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Jeff Gessas, TXST Philosophy Department lecturer, lectures to a room full of people at the library.
Daily Record photos by Shannon West

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Jeff Gessas, TXST Philosophy Department lecturer, discussed the history of Spring Lake and the engaged ecology viewpoint for protection of the springs, which are currently flowing at their slowest rate, during the Philosophy Dialogues at the San Marcos Public Library.
Daily Record photos by Shannon West

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Professor discusses history of Spring Lake and engaged ecology

Fri, 05/03/2024 - 12:00am

Spring Lake, Aquarena Springs and the San Marcos Springs are all names for a cherished asset in the community – the headwaters of the San Marcos River. It has been a theme park in the past and is now under special protections due to the endangered species located there. It is not open to the public to swim in at their leisure, but it can still be snorkeled in or paddled on in small numbers through tours operated by the Meadows Center for Water and the Environment. The springs have a rich history and are a central part of the cre- ation story and the home to the Coahuiltecan people for thousands of years. In the conclusion of the Philosophy Dialogue Lecture Series hosted at the San Marcos Public Library and spearheaded by Jo Ann Carson, a Texas State University Department of Philosophy senior lecturer, the final discussion involved Spring Lake. Jeff Gessas, TXST Department of Philosophy lecturer, explained the history, the need to protect this valuable resource and the engaged ecology and environmental justice implications associated with the springs.

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Enjoy a carriage ride as part of the Heritage Association of San Marcos Home Tour. The above photo is taken from a post card depending a carriage ride on Fort Street, now Hopkins Street, circa the 1890s.
Photo reproduced from the San Marcos-Hays County Collection at the San Marcos Public Library

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110 years ago, wagons were still part of daily life in San Marcos. To get around town, all you had was a horse, your feet, and if lucky a bicycle. The wealthier people had buggies and carriages, the working people had buckboards. Most everyone needed horses. Horses need care, and wheeled conveyances need building and repairing. It is estimated that in 1880, there were over 80,000 carriage manufacturers in the country. Every town had carriage makers, blacksmiths, and a livery stable. San Marcos had several of each.
Photo reproduced from the San Marcos-Hays County Collection at the San Marcos Public Library

Experience the history of San Marcos first hand with this weekend's Home Tour

Fri, 05/03/2024 - 12:00am

Perhaps the most noted early 1900s blacksmith in San Marcos was a man named Ulysses Cephas. His restored bungalow home will be a featured property on this year’s Heritage Home Tour on May 4 and 5. It is entirely possible that Cephas worked on the carriages (pictured above,) although there were other blacksmiths in town. But it is a reality that within the next few weeks, his home will be an anchor to the new Dunbar National Register Historic District. That is a very big deal, and the Heritage Association is honored to help celebrate. Tour visitors will see displays, hear cultural stories, get to sample favorite cultural desserts. For those taking the self guided tour, cross the street to the Calaboose Museum to learn all about blacksmithing and see the restoration in progress of the old San Marcos Colored School.

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Swimming has been suspended at this time for Jacob's Well, which has had significant issues with low spring flow since last summer. Before: Jacob’s Well on October 2019, at a normal water level. After: Jacob’s Well on April 30, 2024, below average water levels
Photo courtesy of Katherine Sturdivant, Hays County Parks Department.

Jacob's Well suspends swimming season due to continued low flow

Fri, 05/03/2024 - 12:00am

The Hays County Parks Department announced that Jacob’s Well Natural Area is suspending its 2024 summer swimming season until further notice. The summer swimming season, which typically extends from May 1 through Sept. 30 of each year, will be suspended due to below-average spring flow and water levels. Hays County officials plan to re-evaluate water conditions monthly to determine whether swimming might become possible at a later date.

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Hays County Crime Stoppers Executive Director Jeff Jordan spoke at the Town Hall.
Daily Record photo by Shannon West

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Kirsta Melton, a prosecutor who has tried human trafficking cases for a decade, told some stories of cases she has tried and gave red flags to look for.
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Child and human trafficking town hall educates public

Thu, 05/02/2024 - 12:00am

Content Warning: This article contains true stories of child sexual assault and child trafficking.

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TourStop #4 is the home of Irving and Rachel Seligman at 515 Scott Street.
Photo courtesy of HASM

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This old brick patio was recently unearthed after having been hidden for many years. In the background, on adjacent land, can be seen an 1800's structure that may have been a one-room schoolhouse.
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Home Tour to show off Scott Street cabin from 1901

Thu, 05/02/2024 - 12:00am

The Circa 1901 side gabled cottage at 515 Scott Street, is a national folk style residential treasure. It retains original wood siding and the original wood windows. The hipped roof rear addition and the enclosed hipped roof side porch are both also of historic age. Because the house has retained integrity over the years, it is eligible to contribute to a National Register of Historic Places district.

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Above, Rizz Pies & Coffee Assistant Manager Chastity Boyett collects a payment from customer Maria Stafford. The location serves a variety of handcrafted teas, pastries and personal pies. Below, Rizz Pies & Coffee owner Alsu Shamuratova poses in front of the restaurant's new location. The space was occupied by Earth Burger.
Daily Record photo by Jessica L. James

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Holly Doran, 28, and Jonathon Jackson, 34, unbox their smashed croissant at Rizz Pies & Coffee during the restaurant's soft opening Tuesday.
Daily Record photo by Jessica L. James

AMERICAN DREAM

Thu, 05/02/2024 - 12:00am

Rizz Pies & Coffee opens doors, 'A new generation of fast food'

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Cheating wife still calling the shots in damaged union

Thu, 05/02/2024 - 12:00am

DEAR ABBY: After 10 years of being with my wife, including eight years of marriage, I accidentally discovered she was having affairs online. She put me through weeks of lies, denial, minimizing and obfuscating before finally giving me full disclosure. At this point, I’ll never know if I can believe her after her seven years of off-and-on cheating with one main partner and two others. Even if I were to believe she’s remorseful and has changed, it’s hard to live with what’s already happened.

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ECONOMIST: Texas has a need for more power

Thu, 05/02/2024 - 12:00am

The dynamic Texas economy and its growing population (and hot summers) require increases in electric generation and transmission capacity well beyond what was expected even a few years ago. Basic patterns of business expansion have been in place for decades. However, there are profound and unanticipated changes underway which are shifting power demand growth into an entirely new gear.

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