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All content by Laura Figi
Mars performing in the cage at Stonewall Warehouse. Photo credit: Laura Figi

Mars is out of this world

Laura Figi
March 10, 2020
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(Video) Star Rundown: Elected women of Hays County, inclusive coloring books and basketball on ESPN2

Laura Figi, Laura Nunez, Claire Partain, and Haley Brand
March 5, 2020
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Nine days of spring break activities

Laura Figi and Brianna Benitez
March 3, 2020
Associate Professor Dr. Mary Esther Huerta, Lecturer Yolanda Reyes, and Assistant Dean Dr. Ruben Garza enjoyed the treats and company at “Paletas and Platicas” during HSI week.

Professor spreads laughter for generations to come

Laura Figi
March 3, 2020

Five tips to survive student housing

Laura Figi
February 18, 2020
“Love Letters From Downtown” gives San Marcos residents a place to mail their Valentine’s letter from Kissing Alley located off Hopkins Drive

Valentine’s mailbox opens in Kissing Alley

Madyson Sanchez and Laura Figi
February 12, 2020
Graphic by Hannah Thompson

Valentine’s dates for every type of love

Laura Figi
February 12, 2020
The HOME Center logo as it appears on the Facebook page. Photo credit: Courtesy of Hannah Durrance

HOME Center provides hands-on aid for homeless in San Marcos

Laura Figi
January 21, 2020
Haven made claims to open in time for the last fall semester but still has no live-in tenants.

Haven issued new stop work order

Laura Figi
January 16, 2020
Texas State student Sabrina Chapa exits a Student Government meeting after being asked to leave by University Police Department officers, Monday, April 8, 2019, in the LBJ Teaching Theater at Texas State University. Chapa was one of several student protesters attending the meeting to publicly speak out against conservative organization Turning Point USA.

(Gallery) Best photos of 2019

Jaden Edison, Kate Connors, Jamie Dorsey, Rebecca Harrell, Chinedu Chukuka, Katelyn Lester, Gabriela Martinez, Jakob Rodriguez, and Laura Figi
December 31, 2019
The stop work order was placed at the main door of the complex, where it remains. Photo credit: Photo by Laura Figi

Haven issues first refund

Laura Figi
December 11, 2019
Photo courtesy of E.R. BillsA military image of David Bayless.

San Marcos 10 revisit Texas State for 50-year protest anniversary

Laura Figi
November 19, 2019
Tortoriello played keyboard and sang during their Friday set on the Miller Lite stage.

A closer look at the bands of ACL

Laura Figi
October 10, 2019
Zilker park decorated in the yearly trappings of ACL.

A first-timer’s perspective: ACL do’s and don’t’s

Laura Figi
October 10, 2019
The ACL flags waving in the gentle breeze of day three.

ACL Weekend One: Lizzo, Cardi B and Mumford and Sons finish out day three

Laura Figi
October 6, 2019
Billie Eilish performs from afar on the Honda stage.

ACL Weekend One: day two features international artists and massive crowds

Laura Figi
October 5, 2019
Tame Impala fans raise their hands to the song “Apocalypse Dreams.”

ACL Weekend One: day one kicks up the heat

Laura Figi
October 4, 2019
Haven delays move-in date, again

Haven delays move-in date, again

Laura Figi
October 1, 2019
A danger sign on the Haven apartments campus indicates that the complex is not yet safe for pedestrians.

Haven only knows

Laura Figi
September 10, 2019
Graphic courtesy of the Cost Guys

Apartment construction threatens to ruin San Marcos charm

Laura Figi
August 29, 2019
Ramos (right) and Russell (left) get excited about their first official business day on campus. Photo credit: Laura Figi

Student-run company offers coffee accessibility

Laura Figi
August 28, 2019
Ramos (right) and Russell (left) get excited about their first official business day on campus.

Student-run company offers coffee accessibility

Laura Figi
August 27, 2019
Five local events to do in San Marcos. Illustration by Jaden Edison.

Five local events to attend this summer

Laura Figi
June 4, 2019
Nadine, played by Houston Hataway, is never caught without her coffee and pink handbag. Photo by Laura Figi

German on Stage students perform “Der Gast ist König”

Laura Figi
May 8, 2019
A dog poses as the Statue of Liberty, Saturday, April 20, 2019, at Mutt Strutt in Plaza Park. For 15 years, the Mutt Strutt has served as a charity event for the San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter. [Photo by Laura Figi]

Mutt Strutt raises money for local animal shelter

Laura Figi
April 23, 2019
Students sign their commitment to refuse opioids, Wednesday Apr. 3, in the Quad. Photo courtesy of NOpioids

Texas State students stand against opioid addiction

Laura Figi
April 16, 2019
Photo Courtesy of Abdual Muhialdin

Alumnus recognized as first Texas State Rangel Fellow

Laura Figi
April 11, 2019
Thompson takes an incredible leap over a rail. Photo courtesy Ryan Thompson

Texas State senior to become skateboarding professional

Laura Figi
April 7, 2019
Molly Hayes, March 23, singing and dancing with the kids in the audience. Photo By Laura Figi

Blue Dahlia hosts Drag Queen Story Hour

Laura Figi
April 7, 2019
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