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Texas State junior infielder Aaron Lugo (1) steps up to bat against LSU in the Astros Foundation Classic, March 3, 2024, at Minute Maid Park in Houston.

[Photo] High-scoring offense not enough as pitching falters in loss to Roadrunners

Adrian Ramirez, Sports Reporter
May 1, 2024
The Texas State baseball team pledging to the National Anthem before the Texas game, Saturday, March. 2, 2024, at Minute Maid Park in Houston.

[Photo] “It’s special”: Bobcats reflect on playing under MLB lights

James Horton, Sports Reporter
March 8, 2024
The Texas State baseball team celebrates sophomore infielder Chase Mora's (2) grand slam against Texas, Saturday, March. 2, 2024, at Minute Maid Park in Houston.

[Photo] Bobcats win two at Minute Maid in dramatic weekend

Adrian Ramirez, Sports Reporter
March 6, 2024
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[Photo] Lindsey Street Housing Project continues development plans

James Phillips, News Contributor
March 5, 2024
Members of the Texas State baseball team cheer on teammates from the dugout during the last pitch of the game against No. 15 Texas, Saturday, March 2, 2024, at Minute Maid Park in Houston.

[Photo] Former Bobcats excelling in pro ball and minors

May 20, 2024
Texas State sophomore infielder Chase Mora (2) celebrates his grand slam against Texas, Saturday, March. 2, 2024, at Minute Maid Park in Houston.

[Photo] Mora decorated with honors after stellar week at the plate

March 6, 2024
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[Photo] Local businesses approach to taking on Winter Break

Jacquelyn Burrer, Life and Arts Contributor
January 14, 2024
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[Photo] Commissioners Court does not approve court reporter salary increase, discusses food insecurity

Candace Taggart, News Contributor
December 6, 2023
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[Photo] City Council discusses single-use beverage container ban and cooler limit in riverfront parks

Brad Hunt, News Contributor
December 6, 2023
Texas State junior defensive end Ben Bell prepares for the Louisiana-Monroe game, Saturday, Oct. 14, 2023, at Jim Wacker Field at UFCU Stadium.

[Photo] Conference championship or bust for Texas State football

Jude Botello, Sports Contributor
October 19, 2023
Two friends kick a ball around, Monday, Aug. 8, 2021 at Sewell Park in San Marcos.

[Photo] SMTX moves forward with container ban at city parks

Ezekiel Ramirez, News Contributor
October 6, 2023
Texas State sophomore middle blocker Jade Defraeye (5) spikes the ball over the net, Thursday, Sept. 21, 2023, at Strahan Arena.

[Photo] Texas State swept by James Madison to begin two-game series

Georgia Weeks, Sports Contributor
September 29, 2023
Texas State senior setter Ryann Torres (14) gives pointers to teammates, Saturday, August 19, 2023, at Strahan Arena.

[Photo] Bobcats sweep UT Martin in final game of Tennessee Classic

Kobe Arriaga, Sports Reporter
August 27, 2023
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[Photo] Commissioners Court proclaims emergency preparedness month, awards contract

Lesdy Hernandez, News Contributor
August 23, 2023
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[Photo] Present and future of university discussed at State of Texas State speech

Blake Leschber, News Editor
August 20, 2023
Texas State sophomore pitcher Levi Wells (25) pitches to a Cardinal batter during game four of the NCAA Stanford Regional against Stanford, Saturday, June 5, 2022, at Klein Field at Sunken Diamond in Palo Alto, CA. The Bobcats won 5-2, sending Texas State Baseball to an NCAA Regional final for the first time in its program history.

[Photo] Levi Wells selected by Baltimore Orioles in fourth round of MLB Draft

July 10, 2023
Texas State men's basketball head coach Terrence Johnson talks strategy over a timeout during a game against Coastal Carolina, Sat. Feb 5, 2022, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats won 69-64.

[Photo] Men's basketball defeats Miami Ohio, for first win of season

November 12, 2023
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[Photo] Residents sue Hays County over handling of road bond

October 29, 2024
A file photo of the San Marcos City Council meeting chamber.

[Photo] City Council considers low-income housing application, hears calls for ceasefire in Gaza

March 20, 2024
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[Photo] Hays County Commissioners Court approves road bond for November ballot

August 15, 2024
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[Photo] Commissioners Court proclaims county a StormReady Community, renews vendors on courthouse lawn

March 12, 2024
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[Photo] Hays County Commissioners Court proclaim GIS day, employee insurance changes

November 21, 2024
A photo of the Texas State University sign in front of the Performing Arts Center.

[Photo] Texas State announces provost, executive vice president for academic affairs

December 5, 2023
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[Photo] Commissioners Court recognizes Pretrial, Probation and Parole Supervision Week, recognizes Tom Green Elementary

July 16, 2024
Texas State Baseball breaks out for the final time before the Bobcat's first game of the NCAA Baseball Stanford Regional against UC Santa Barbara, Friday, June 3, 2022, at Klein Field at Sunken Diamond in Palo Alto, California. The Bobcats defeated the Gauchos 7-3.

[Photo] Texas State baseball kicks off 2024 season against Penguins

February 15, 2024
A file photo of the Hays County Historic Courthouse. 

[Photo] Commissioners Court renews contract with APA!, proclaims Parks and Recreation Month

July 3, 2024
Star file photo of San Marcos City Council Chamber. 

[Photo] City Council approves grocery store development incentives, hears calls for police accountability in SMPD shooting

May 8, 2024
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.

[Photo] Texas State to remain in Sun Belt Conference

October 2, 2024
Texas State redshirt junior quarterback Layne Hatcher (3) passes the ball to an open receiver during a game against Baylor, Saturday, Sept. 17, 2022, at McLane Stadium. The Bobcats lost 42-7.

[Photo] Bobcats return home for final non-conference matchup against HCU

September 23, 2022
Texas State senior forward Da'Nasia Hood (32) takes a free-throw shot during a game against the University of Louisiana, Thursday, Feb. 10, 2022, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats won in OT 72-71.

Texas State redshirt junior forward Lauryn Thompson (25) talks to her teammates while playing offense during a game against the University of Louisiana, Thursday, Feb. 10, 2022, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats won in OT 72-71.

Texas State senior guard Mason Harrell (12) looks for an open teammate to pass the ball to during a game against Coastal Carolina, Sat. Feb 5, 2022, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats won 69-64.

A file photo of the San Marcos City Council meeting chamber.

[Photo] City council approves SMTX Buc-ee's location

March 6, 2024
Texas State men's basketball head coach T.J. Johnson talks strategy to junior guard Drue Drinnon (55) during a time out in a game against Appalachian State, Thursday, Feb. 3, 2022, at Strahan Arena. The Bobcats won 68-66.

[Photo] Texas State begins season in disappointing fashion with upset loss to Little Rock

November 7, 2023
Texas State Fall 2021 graduates stand before the start of the commencement ceremony, Saturday, Dec. 11, 2021, at Strahan Arena.

[Photo] Black graduation rates lowest among TXST students

March 28, 2024
Texas State sophomore punter Seamus O'Kelly (99) prepares to punt the ball back to Coastal Carolina, Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021, at Brooks Stadium.

[Photo] O’Kelly named to Ray Guy Award preseason watchlist

August 14, 2023
Texas State senior defensive specialist Brooke Johnson (12) hugs Head Coach Sean Huiet during Senior Day, Sunday, Nov. 7, 2021, at Strahan Arena.

[Photo] Huiet secures 100th career win in first match of UTEP Tournament

September 20, 2024
Texas State students walk across campus, Monday, August 23, 2021, by the LBJ Student Center.

[Photo] Texas State to host presidential debate

November 20, 2023
San Marcos CISD school buses, April 22, 2021, at Owen Goodnight Middle School.

[Photo] SMCISD to purchase new electric buses

February 1, 2024
A file photo of the Lyndon Baines Johnson statue located on Texas State’s campus.

[Photo] Tickets for the presidential debate to be limited for students

March 2, 2024
Hays County released cumulative but unofficial results from the May 2021 general election on May 1. 

[Photo] Hays County General Election 2023 voting guide

October 27, 2023
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[Photo] SWAT responds to suspect barricade

November 27, 2023
A dormant San Marcos Police Department cruiser Thursday, Oct. 15, 2020, at the San Marcos Police Department.

[Photo] SMPD investigating homicide, suspect in custody

October 30, 2023
(Left to right) San Marcos City Council members Melissa Derrick, Saul Gonzales, Ed Mihalkanin, Mayor Jane Hughson, Mark Rockeymoore and Maxfield Baker review a proposal at a city council meeting, Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2020, at San Marcos City Hall.

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