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All content by Mandalyn Lewallen
Multimedia Editor Kobe Arriaga poses in front of a Texas State image, Friday, Nov. 22, 2024, at Live Oak Hall.

[Photo] Senior 30: Writing, Photography and the Field of Dreams: My Path to Graduation

Kobe Arriaga, Multimedia Editor
December 4, 2024
Decorations light up the Sights and Sounds festival, Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023 at San Marcos Plaza Park.

[Photo] Sights & Sounds festival scales back for 2024

Lucciana Choueiry and Jacquelyn Burrer
December 3, 2024
Texas State senior outfielder Piper Randolph (11) meets her teammates at home base to celebrate hitting a home run during the game against Penn State at the NCAA Regionals Tournament, Saturday, May 18, 2024, at Davis Diamond in College Station, Texas.

[Photo] Bobcat softball inks five on National Signing Day

Adrian Ramirez, Sports Reporter
November 25, 2024
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[Photo] Neglecting student safety at TXST is unacceptable

Aubrey Haynes, Opinions Contributor
November 14, 2024
Texas State sophomore midfielder Kaylie Smith (22) receives a pass from a teammate during the game against Marshall, Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024, at Bobcat Soccer Complex.

[Photo] Bobcats suffer heartbreaking loss in Sun Belt Championship versus No. 1 Dukes

Hope Monte, Sports Reporter
November 10, 2024
Members of the Texas State baseball team gather in the dugout in-between innings during the game against Louisiana-Lafayette, Friday, March 29, 2024, at Bobcat Ballpark.

[Photo] Bobcat baseball announces hiring of former Minnesota Twins run production coordinator

Jackson Kruse, Assistant Sports Editor
November 9, 2024
Texas State sophomore midfielder Kaylie Smith (22) receives a pass from a teammate during the match against Marshall, Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024, at Bobcat Soccer Complex.

[Photo] Bobcat soccer advances to Sun Belt Championship in record-making fashion

Candice Gilmore, Sports Reporter
November 6, 2024
The Texas State soccer team celebrate its win against Incarnate Word, Sunday, Aug. 25, 2024, at Bobcat Soccer Complex.

[Photo] Texas State soccer earns three United Soccer Coaches All-Region Team nominations

December 12, 2024
The Texas State men’s basketball team huddles together before the game against Marshall, Saturday, Jan. 6, 2024, at Strahan Arena.

[Photo] Texas State Men's Basketball preview 2024-25

November 4, 2024
The Old Hays County Jail sits on the corner of Fredericksburg Street, Sunday, Oct. 27, 2024, near downtown San Marcos.

[Photo] The story of the San Marcos serial killer

Marisa Nuñez, Editor-in-Chief
October 31, 2024
Texas State junior defender Marie Philipzen (31) fights for possession of the ball during the game against Marshall, Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024, at Bobcat Soccer Complex.

[Photo] Late heroics get Texas State back into the win column

Hunter Machon, Sports Contributor
October 28, 2024
Texas State sophomore midfielder Kaylie Smith (22) dribbles the ball down the sideline during the match against Marshall, Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024, at Bobcat Soccer Complex.

[Photo] Bobcats and Jaguars draw in battle of Western Division top seeds

Candice Gilmore, Sports Reporter
October 25, 2024
The Texas State soccer team celebrates forward freshman Sydney Bassa’s (20) goal during the game against Incarnate Word, Sunday, Aug. 25, 2024, at Bobcat Soccer Complex.

[Photo] Bobcat soccer says bye to history-setting seniors

December 4, 2024
Texas State sophomore midfielder Victoria Meza (4) passes the ball down field to a teammate during the game against Marshall, Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024, at Bobcat Soccer Complex.

[Photo] Texas State soccer remains undefeated against Southern Mississippi

September 29, 2024
Texas State freshman wide receiver Jordan Martin (14) and his teammates celebrate his touchdown during the game against Sam Houston State, Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, at NRG Stadium in Houston.

[Photo] Breaking down Texas State’s loss against Sam Houston State

October 2, 2024
Texas State freshman wide receiver Jordan Martin (14) and his teammates celebrate his touchdown during the game against Sam Houston State, Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, at NRG Stadium in Houston.

[Photo] Texas State wins Sun Belt opener against defending conference champions

October 4, 2024
Texas State midfielder sophomore Annabelle Fisher (28) rushes to fight for possession of the ball during the game against Incarnate Word, Sunday, Aug. 25, 2024, at Bobcat Soccer Complex.

[Photo] Philipzen's goal extends Texas State's historic win streak

October 11, 2024
Texas State midfielder junior Lily Erb (11) runs to meet the pass during the game against Incarnate Word, Sunday, Aug. 25, 2024, at Bobcat Soccer Complex.

[Photo] Bobcats dominate second half to clinch a draw against Arkansas State

October 5, 2024
Texas State defender senior Kennley Bradley (12) kicks the ball down field during the game against University of Louisiana-Monroe, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024 at Bobcat Soccer Complex.

[Photo] Meza's late tie-breaker extends Texas State's undefeated streak

October 13, 2024
Texas State junior midfielder Lily Erb (11) passes the ball to a teammate during the match against Marshall, Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024, at Bobcat Soccer Complex.

[Photo] Monarchs shutout Texas State to snap undefeated streak

October 19, 2024
Texas State junior midfielder Lily Erb (11) passes the ball to a teammate during the match against Marshall, Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024, at Bobcat Soccer Complex.

[Photo] Monarchs shutout Texas State to snap undefeated streak

Hunter Machon, Sports Contributor
October 19, 2024
Texas State defender senior Kennley Bradley (12) kicks the ball down field during the game against University of Louisiana-Monroe, Sunday, Oct. 13, 2024 at Bobcat Soccer Complex.

[Photo] Meza’s late tie-breaker extends Texas State’s undefeated streak

Hope Monte, Sports Contributor
October 13, 2024
Texas State seniors Maria Lora (left) and Sofia Fortuno (right) high-five after scoring a point during their doubles match against Troy, Friday, April 5, 2024, at Texas State Tennis Complex.

[Photo] Female athletes at Texas State show pride in Hispanic heritage, pursue lifelong dreams

Hope Monte, Sports Contributor
October 10, 2024
Texas State freshman wide receiver Jordan Martin (14) and his teammates celebrate his touchdown during the game against Sam Houston State, Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, at NRG Stadium in Houston.

[Photo] Breaking down Texas State’s loss against Sam Houston State

Jacob De Luna, Sports Reporter
October 2, 2024
Texas State rugby member Cole Douglass celebrates victory over UTSA with his team, Friday, Sept. 27, 2024, at the West Campus Soccer Fields

(Photo Gallery) – Star Snaps Sept. 23-29

Khang Le, Carlene Ottah, Nathalie Yanez, and Mandalyn Lewallen
September 30, 2024
Texas State freshman lieutenant Molly Bender performs during the halftime show at the H-Showdown against Sam Houston State, Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, at NRG Stadium.

Texas State sophomore midfielder Victoria Meza (4) passes the ball down field to a teammate during the game against Marshall, Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024, at Bobcat Soccer Complex.

[Photo] Texas State soccer remains undefeated against Southern Mississippi

Brendan Fielding, Sports Reporter
September 29, 2024
Texas State redshirt junior cornerback Josh Eaton (1) runs the ball down the sideline during the Bobcats' first game against Sam Houston State University since 2011 at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas Sept. 28, 2024.

[Photo] Texas State football falls one point short to Sam Houston

Max Martinez, Sports Reporter
September 28, 2024
Texas State junior defender Marie Philipzen (31) fights for possession of the ball during the game against Marshall, Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024, at Bobcat Soccer Complex.

[Photo] Bobcats stomp out The Thundering Herd in dominating home conference opener

Hope Monte, Sports Contributor
September 27, 2024
Texas State senior Kiana Graham prepares to serve the ball during her singles match at the Fall Invite Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024, at Bobcat Tennis Complex.

[Photo] Bobcats continue stretch of fall tournaments at Diving Eagle Invitational

Adrian Ramirez, Sports Reporter
September 25, 2024
Texas State junior accounting major Sebastian Perez Diaz registers to vote during the Hispanic-Serving Institution Community Day event, Monday, Sept. 10, 2024 in LBJ Ballroom.

[Photo] Voter registration efforts increase before elections

Ryan Claycamp, Senior News Reporter
September 20, 2024
Cars fill up the west side UFCU Stadium parking lot, Monday, Sept. 16, 2024. The west and east stadium lots are two of the main parking lots commuters can park at on campus.

[Photo] Star Surveys: Gameday Parking Communication

September 16, 2024
Texas State senior Kiana Graham prepares to serve the ball during her singles match at the Fall Invite Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024, at Bobcat Tennis Complex.

[Photo] Bobcats defend home court in TXST Fall Invite

Adrian Ramirez, Sports Reporter
September 10, 2024
Elise Dalton, Texas State senior Ethan Dalton’s sister, gives a speech during her brother’s memorial service Thursday, Sept. 5, 2024, outside LBJ Student Center.

[Photo] Community honors TXST student after his death

Lucciana Choueiry, News Editor
September 5, 2024
Texas State junior tennis player Sofia Fortuno celebrate a point during the doubles match against Troy, Friday, April 5, 2024, at Bobcat Tennis Complex.

[Photo] 2023-24 Sports Year in Review

Sports Staff
August 26, 2024
Texas State forward junior Mady Soumare (9) dribbles the ball across the field during the game against Incarnate Word, Sunday, Aug. 25, 2024 at Bobcat Soccer Complex.

[Photo] Texas State sparks win streak as Soumare nets two against Cardinals

Brendan Fielding, Assistant Sports Editor
August 26, 2024
Cafe owner Krendi Harmon stands in front of new sign at Cafe Cortado Friday, June 28, 2024, at 221 North Street.

[Photo] European-inspired coffee shop works to build community in San Marcos

Megan Weise, Life and Arts Reporter
July 26, 2024
Freddy C's Lounge and Patio Bar sits at the corner of the square on East Hopkins Street, Sunday, July 7, 2024.

[Photo] The Square: a cornerstone of SMTX entertainment

Adriana Villanueva, Life and Arts Reporter
July 11, 2024
Allen Dominguez, co-chair of YDSA, and other Texas State students gather to deliver a letter to President Kelly Damphousse against Executive Order 44 on Wednesday, May 8, 2024.

[Photo] TXST changes free speech policy for antisemitism

Ryan Claycamp, Senior News Reporter
July 11, 2024
Crushed can left in the grass, Thursday, July 4, 2024, at Sewell Park.

[Photo] Can’t stop, won’t stop

Lesdy Hernandez, News Reporter
July 10, 2024
Texas State senior outfielder Piper Randolph (11) hits the ball during the game against Penn State at the NCAA Regionals Tournament, Saturday, May 18, 2024, at Davis Diamond in College Station, Texas.

[Photo] Randolph and Jones’ departure leaves outfield open for competition

Kaden Bessent, Sports Contributor
May 22, 2024
Texas State softball players gather ahead of the game versus Penn State at the NCAA Regionals tournament, Friday, May 17, 2024, at Davis Diamond in College Station, Texas.

(Photo Gallery) Texas State softball in the NCAA College Station Regional Tournament

Mandalyn Lewallen, Assistant Multimedia Editor
May 20, 2024
Texas State graduate student Sara Vanderford (26) hits the ball during the game against Texas A&M at the NCAA Regionals championship game, Sunday, May 19, 2024, at Davis Diamond in College Station, Texas.

[Photo] Bobcats season comes to an end in College Station Regional championship

Adrian Ramirez, Sports Reporter
May 20, 2024
Texas State senior outfielder Piper Randolph (11) meets her teammates at home base to celebrate hitting a home run during the game against Penn State at the NCAA Regionals Tournament, Saturday, May 18, 2024, at Davis Diamond in College Station, Texas.

[Photo] Bobcats clinch spot in Regional finals with win over Penn State

Adrian Ramirez, Sports Reporter
May 19, 2024
Texas State senior infielder Alec Patino (23) swings to hit the ball during the game against Sam Houston, Sunday, March 10, 2024, at Bobcat Ballpark.

[Photo] Bush buries Golden Eagles in game one of series

Kaden Bessent, Sports Contributor
May 18, 2024
Texas State sophomore utility Sydney Harvey (9) celebrates scoring a run during the game against Penn State at the NCAA Regionals Tournament, Friday, May 17, 2024, at Davis Diamond in College Station, Texas.

[Photo] Bobcats open College Station Regional with comeback victory over Penn State

Adrian Ramirez, Sports Reporter
May 18, 2024
Texas State students gather outside J.C. Kellam Administration Building to deliver a letter to President Kelly Damphousse against Executive Order 44 on Wednesday, May 8, 2024.

[Photo] TXST plans to implement executive order on antisemitism

Ryan Claycamp, Senior News Reporter
May 18, 2024
The Texas State softball team celebrates its win against South Alabama in the Sun Belt Conference tournament semifinal game, Friday, May 10, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

[Photo] 2024 College Station Regional preview

Adrian Ramirez, Sports Reporter
May 13, 2024
Texas State softball celebrate the win over the University of Louisiana-Lafayette at the Sun Belt Conference Championship, Saturday, May 11, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

(Photo Gallery) Texas State softball prevails in Sun Belt Conference tournament

Mandalyn Lewallen and Meg Boles
May 12, 2024
The Texas State softball team celebrate with the Sun Belt Conference tournament championship trophy following the victory over Louisiana-Lafayette, Saturday, May 11, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

[Photo] Texas State softball senior class further establishes program's legacy

June 20, 2024
The Texas State softball team celebrate J.J. Smith's (25) home run against the University of Louisiana-Lafayette in the Sun Belt Conference Championship game, Saturday, May 11, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

[Photo] Three takeaways from Texas State's Sun Belt tournament championship

May 15, 2024
Texas State softball celebrates its Sun Belt Conference Championship after defeating Louisiana-Lafayette, Saturday, May 11, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

[Photo] Texas State wins 2023-24 Vic Bubas Cup

June 11, 2024
Texas State senior pitcher Jessica Mullins (4) receives her trophy following the Sun Belt Conference Championship victory over the University of Louisiana-Lafayette, Saturday, May 11, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

Texas State sophomore catcher Karmyn Bass (10) slides to second base during the Sun Belt Conference Championship versus the University of Louisiana-Lafayette, Saturday, May 11, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

Texas State senior pitcher Jessica Mullins (4) pitches the ball during the Sun Belt Conference semifinals game against South Alabama, Friday, May 10, 2024, at Bobcat Softball Stadium.

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