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All content by Marisa Nunez
Electronic media senior Marisa Nuñez poses in front of Tokyo Tower, March 13, 2025, in Japan.

Senior 30: “Yesterday’s gone, we gotta keep moving on”

Marisa Nunez, Editor In Chief
May 2, 2025
Art alumna Jackelyn Bracamontes poses next to her thesis piece “Untitled“ at the Green Hils Rising showcase, Friday, March 7, 2025, at the San Marcos Art Center.

Art exhibition showcases Texas State talent

Marisa Nuñez, Editor-in-Chief
March 20, 2025
Grins restaurant inviting residents to its 50th anniversary party on their marquee, Friday, Feb. 14, 2025.

Grins to change management after celebrating 50-year anniversary

Marisa Nuñez, Editor-in-Chief
February 19, 2025
Texas State theater performance and production junior Dietrich Calhoun plays original music during George's Open Mic Night, Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025, at the LBJ Student Center.

(Photo Gallery) – Star Snaps Jan. 19 – 25

Maya Contreras, Robert Stephenson, Laura Walker, Marisa Nunez, and Carlene Ottah
January 27, 2025
Students reunite with their parents after being released, Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2024, at San Marcos High School. Some parents were outside the school since the initial call occurred at 3:32 p.m.

Suspect arrested for San Marcos High School false shooter threat

Marisa Nuñez, Editor-in-Chief
December 10, 2024
Wicked movie poster on new IMAX screen, Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024, in Kyle, Texas.

Review: New Wicked movie honors musical adaptation, defies expectations

Marisa Nuñez, Editor-in-Chief
November 21, 2024
Texas State student holds sign reading "There is still love in the world," counter protesting demonstration Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024, at the Stallions statue.

Demonstrators spark counter-protest of hundreds at TXST

Lucciana Choueiry, Blake Leschber, and Marisa Nuñez
November 6, 2024
Jane Hughson reelected as San Marcos Mayor

Jane Hughson reelected as San Marcos Mayor

Marisa Nuñez, Editor-in-Chief
November 6, 2024
Victoria sits in the haunted museum, Monday, Oct. 28, 2024, at Triple Six Coffee Social.

Community members display spooky sides through oddity collections

Marisa Nuñez, Editor-in-Chief
November 1, 2024
The Old Hays County Jail sits on the corner of Fredericksburg Street, Sunday, Oct. 27, 2024, near downtown San Marcos.

The story of the San Marcos serial killer

Marisa Nuñez, Editor-in-Chief
October 31, 2024
A man waves at students as kids are released, Tuesday, Sept. 24, 2024, from San Marcos High School. Students were released from lockdown starting at 5:30 p.m.

[Photo] San Marcos High School cleared after false threat

Blake Leschber, Managing Editor
September 24, 2024
Former Texas State student Bayle Bucceri poses for a photo, February 2022, at The Belmont in Los Angeles. Photo courtesy of Lilla Herman.

Memory of former student lives on after death through new bar

Marisa Nuñez, Editor-in-Chief
September 10, 2024
Texas State Alumnus Ben Nudelman, Rachel Fletcher and dog Mila run in Bikini Hill Run Club, Sunday, July 21, 2024, at Sewell Park. Mila is the first dog to run with the run club.

Three locals start run club to build community

Marisa Nuñez, Editor-in-Chief
August 29, 2024
Volunteer Mary O'Hara separates trash, Sunday, July 7, 2024, at Rio Vista Park.

[Photo] Clean up your own mess: group picks up trash left in San Marcos River

Cassandra Tamez, Life and Arts Contributor
July 13, 2024
TXST may no longer host presidential debate

TXST may no longer host presidential debate

Marisa Nuñez, Blake Leschber, and Lucciana Choueiry
May 15, 2024
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Biden withdraws from fall debates including TXST date

Marisa Nuñez, Editor in Chief
May 15, 2024
A downed oak tree lays over one of the sand volleyball courts, Friday, May 10, 2024, at Sewell Park.

TXST, San Marcos undergoes severe weather damages

Marisa Nuñez and Blake Leschber
May 10, 2024
Students raise awareness through April events

Students raise awareness through April events

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Editor
April 16, 2024
Front of house worker Caitlyn Crockett pours a drink at Bazaar, Friday, March 29, 2024, in San Marcos.

New bar on The Square to have grand opening

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Editor
April 4, 2024
Price Center committee member Margaret Adie stands in front of her artwork, Friday, March 22, 2024, at the Price Center.

Exhibit highlights artists for Women’s History Month

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Editor
March 27, 2024
Solangel "Lilo Viva" Vergara receives tips from a crowd member, Friday, March 1, 2024, at Railyard Bar and Grill.

Rainbow Night returns to San Marcos after 10 years

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Editor
March 19, 2024
Former Texas State Student Emergency Services Coordinator Glynis Christine studies a sculpture, Friday, March 1, 2024, at the San Marcos Art Center.

Art exhibit highlights TXST’s bond to San Marcos

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Editor
March 5, 2024
San Marcos residents Mike and Angie Harelick on the dance floor at the Golden Sweethearts Ball, Friday Feb. 9, 2024, at the San Marcos Activity Center.

Seniors dance the night away at Golden Sweethearts Ball

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Editor
February 19, 2024
TXST Love Stories

TXST Love Stories

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Editor
February 14, 2024
Business management sophomore Pablo Cardona performs "Que Chulada de Mujer" at the men's basketball halftime show, Saturday, Jan. 20, 2024, in Strahan Arena.

The story behind TXST’s self-taught ranchera singer

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Editor
January 31, 2024
Mental health unit (left to right) Kelly Castillio, Grant Sheridan and Joseph Osborne posing for a photo in their office on Jan. 11, 2024, at the San Marcos police station.

SMPD Mental Health Unit highlights the importance of mental health

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Editor
January 20, 2024
Infographic by Sarah Manning

Bobcat guide for a more nutritious lifestyle

Marisa Nunez, Life and Arts Editor
January 19, 2024
Owner Gabriel Garza standing in front of his stand on its last day on Dec. 30, 2023, at Chili Dog Stand.

Chili Dog Stand ends legacy after 71 years of serving San Marcos community

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Editor
January 11, 2024
Business management junior, Bailey Stewart checking dishes, Sunday, Sept. 10, 2023 at Grins Restaurant.

[Photo] Sharing smiles at Grins: Customers reflect on San Marcos’ long-time staple

Haley Velasco, Life and Arts Editor
September 17, 2023
Local drag queen Brianna St. James performs on stage at SMTX Pride, Sept. 9, 2023, at San Marcos Plaza Park.

Senate Bill 12 affects local drag community

Marisa Nuñez, News Contributor
September 15, 2023
Stellar Coffee Co. barista Isabella Anderson helps a customer, Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023 at Stellar Coffee Co. in San Marcos

[Photo] Stellar Coffee Co. closes its doors after more than decade-long history

Haley Velasco, Life and Arts Editor
September 13, 2023
Co-founder Jason Sherman, Studio San Martian volunteers and artists clearing the studio, Wednesday, Aug. 30. 2023 at Studio San Martian before officially closing Thursday, Aug. 31, 2023.

Studio San Martian to continue after closure

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Reporter
September 7, 2023
Local photo documentarian, Christopher Paul Cardoza posing in front of his work, Thursday, Aug. 17, 2023 at Jo's Cafe.

Local photo documentarian finds his passion through his muse, San Marcos

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Reporter
August 27, 2023
Defenseman Nick Grabner shoots the puck during the alumni game, Saturday, Aug. 19, 2023, at Ice and Field at the Crossover in Cedar Park, Texas.

Hockey makes changes for success after disastrous season

Marisa Nuñez, Sports Contributor
August 27, 2023
Student farmers Emily Nickerson, Canyon Tillmon and Landon Brown taking down tomato vines, Wednesday, Aug. 16, 2023 at Bobcat Farm to prepare for seasonal crops.

Budding student-run farm continues its growth

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Reporter
August 26, 2023
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Students joining organizations find impact on mental health and stability

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Reporter
July 16, 2023
Senior lecturer for the School of Journalism and Mass Communication and general manager and faculty adviser of KTSW-FM 89.9, Dan Schumacher speaking at commencement, 2015, at Strahan Arena.

The legacy of longtime commencement speaker: Dan Schumacher

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Reporter
May 9, 2023
A family views specimens from the San Marcos River through microscopes, Saturday, April 22, 2023, at the 10th Annual Earth Day San Marcos Festival at Spring Lake.

San Marcos celebrates Earth Day

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Editor
April 24, 2023
Coco (right) looks at her owner, Texas State communication studies senior Gabi Lopez with her sister Luna (left), Sunday, April 9, 2023, at The Dog Park in San Marcos.

Best parks for dogs in San Marcos

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Editor
April 14, 2023
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How to adopt a pet in San Marcos

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Editor
April 14, 2023
Texas State student actors Nicholas May (left), Connor B. Duncan and Calin Eastes rehearse for Slaughterhouse-Five, Sunday, March 19, 2023, at the Theatre Center. The cast started their last week of rehearsals with a pajama day.

Theater organization to bring attention to history

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Editor
March 27, 2023
Texas State President Kelly Damphousse greets students on the sidelines at the homecoming football game against Southern Miss, Saturday, Oct. 22, 2022. 

How President Damphousse is getting to know the students, faculty and staff

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Editor
March 2, 2023
Texas State creative writing graduate student SG Huerta holds their chapbook titled "Last Stop," Monday, Feb. 27, 2023, in front of Flowers Hall. The book's poems were written during a time when Huerta was dealing with the grief of losing their father to suicide.

Graduate student seeks to help others overcome grief through poetry

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Editor
February 28, 2023
Wendi Rios, an administrative assistant of scholarships and events at McCoy Business College, delivers a speech on reconnecting with the son of a past friend at Star Stories, Wednesday, Oct. 12, 2022 at the Performing Arts Center in San Marcos, Texas.

Storytellers shine at Star Stories

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Editor
October 21, 2022
Texas State mascot, Boko, rides a motorcycle to lead the Bobcats out onto the field before the start of a football game, Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, at Bobcat Stadium.

The Legacy of Boko: Students carry on over 100 years of tradition

Marisa Nuñez, Sophie Somoza, Sports Contributors
October 19, 2022
(Left to right) Texas State alumni Trevor Person and Laurel Toupal look at each other in a scene from "The Beauty of a Blank Space." The world premiere of the film will take place at the 2022 Austin Film Festival next month. 

Alumni to take on Austin Film Festival

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Editor
September 29, 2022
Hula halau Kae'epa Hawaiian dancer Noenoe Dyer performs on the street during The Mermaid Capital of Texas Fest, Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, in Downtown San Marcos.

Mermaids swim through the streets at annual Festival and Promenade

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Editor
September 27, 2022
San Marcos community members at the first SMTX Pride in 2014.

How Rainbow Night became SMTX Pride

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Editor
September 6, 2022
Studio art alumna Mikayla McDonough works on ceramic pieces for her small business Catnip Studios. 

Texas State alumni show passion in business ownership

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Editor
September 2, 2022
Creighton Coyne (left) and Luke Merchant sell their San Marcos-themed playing cards at the San Marcos Farmers Market, Saturday, Aug. 27 2022, on The Square.

Texas State duo creates San Marcos-themed playing cards

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Editor
August 31, 2022
Courtesy of Kevin Mazur/GETTY IMAGES.

Texas State offers course on Harry Styles Spring 2023

Marisa Nunez, Life and Arts Editor
July 20, 2022
Attendees dance in a conga line at Summer in the Park.

Community jams out at Summer in the Park

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Editor
July 13, 2022
Star file photo

Common Experience reveals Systems Thinking as 2022-2023 theme

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Editor
June 1, 2022
Texas State fashion merchandising junior Niko Guzman (left) and applied mathematics senior Audrey Larson model for Rolling Stoned Goods by Rachel Roosth, Wednesday, April 6, 2022, at Devil's Backbone Tavern.

Students prepare to showcase hard work and creativity at spring fashion show

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Reporter
April 26, 2022
Members of ECO learn from Rasmey Mau at her farm. 

Student organization preserves San Marcos environment for over 20 years

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Reporter
April 13, 2022
Artwork and text from "Dutybound" posted to Mark Alvarez II's Instagram, March 24, 2021.

Alumnus pulls from personal experiences to bring fantasy series to life

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Contributor
March 30, 2022
Sherri Wilson works in the back of her store, Monday, March 7, 2022, at Lather.

Woman-owned, eco-friendly business opens in Tanger Outlets

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Contributor
March 9, 2022
Hip Hop Society's Fall crew during practice.

Local dance group shares love of dance through hip-hop

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Contributor
March 3, 2022
Members of the Texas State CHAARG chapter take part in a group barre class, Tuesday, Feb. 8, 2022 at Pure Barre in San Marcos.

CHAARG at Texas State empowers women through fitness

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Contributor
February 23, 2022
Zachary Perkins poses for a photo during a photo shoot for his debut memoir, "How Much Time Do You Have?," Dec. 11, 2021. 

Texas State alumnus takes control of his own narrative in upcoming memoir

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Contributor
February 17, 2022
Hair products sit on a shelf at Phire Girl Hair and Beauty Supply at the San Marcos Premium Outlets. Phire Girl Inc.'s own line of hair care and beauty products are also available to purchase in-store.

Black-owned beauty store comes to San Marcos Premium Outlets

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Contributor
February 8, 2022
Final artwork by Robert Paul for "What Boys Do." 

Professor challenges gender roles with children’s book

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Contributor
February 1, 2022
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Students welcome in the new year with refreshed mindsets and personal goals

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Contributor
January 19, 2022
Kerbey Lane Café, located at 221 Sessom Drive., Monday, Dec. 6, 2021, in San Marcos, Texas.

Austin-based restaurant Kerbey Lane Café comes to San Marcos

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Contributor
December 16, 2021
Kali Reyna, Kaylee Woest and Arielle Mathis practice at dress rehearsal for the "State of Human Affairs" showcase, Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2021, at Evans Auditorium.

BFA seniors bid farewell to Texas State with choreographed routines

Marisa Nuñez, Life and Arts Contributor
November 17, 2021
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