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Caldwell County announces incentives for $1.3 billion data center near Uhland

Phase 1 of the data center is expected to cost $1.3 billion and will be located about 10 minutes from the San Marcos Regional Airport. The entire project is expected to cost more than $4 billion.
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Caldwell County announces incentives for $1.3 billion data center near Uhland

The need to house critical computer applications, information and data is greater now than ever. That’s why plans are underway for a large data center campus, on approximately 206 acres, to be constructed at the southeast corner of FM 2720 and Bob White Rd., in Caldwell County about a 10 minute drive from the San Marcos Regional Airport.

WHEELS IN MOTION
WHEELS IN MOTION

Texas State students learn about ceramics, one of the oldest art forms. Above, Tom May, Texas State University School of Art and Design lecturer, pulls a 2,000-degree piece out of the kiln. Below, Kendall Harvey works with clay on the wheel.
Daily Record photo by Shannon West.

WHEELS IN MOTION

Kennedy Kindred rolls clay to add to a piece of pottery.
Daily Record photo by Shannon West.

WHEELS IN MOTION

Kassie Brown shows off her recent Ceramics project meant to resemble a pathogen.
Daily Record photo by Shannon.

WHEELS IN MOTION

Learning about the oldest art form

SMPD: 2023 saw a 30% reduction in violent crime

The San Marcos City Council received a presentation from San Marcos Police Chief Stan Standridge, which discussed the San Marcos Police Department’s efforts to work with the community to reduce violent crime and to provide services to community members experiencing mental health issues. The discussion provided a review of new programs as well as advances in technology and staffing with a specific focus on mental health services provided to the community.

New renovations opened at San Marcos Treatment Center
New renovations opened at San Marcos Treatment Center

The Ribbon Cutting held on Friday, March 8 celebrated the opening of the Silver Spoon Cafeteria, a renovated and updated dining facility serving the residents of the San Marcos Treatment Center. Above, on the back row, is Shawn Ollivierre, Assistant Director of Plant Operations; Alfredo Frausto, Frausto and Castillo Construction; Gilbert Sanchez, Director of Plant Operations; Mike Maloney, COO; Ike Okoye, Health and Human Services Policy Advisor and Senator Donna Campbell, M.D. On the front row, Winston Chieza, Director of Nursing; Lilly Parker, Registered Dietician; Andy Herod, CEO and Sherri Gonzalez, Director of Business Development. Below is a view of the new dining room facilities, which were part of the remodel.
Daily Record photos by Celeste Cook

New renovations opened at San Marcos Treatment Center

Though San Marcos Treatment Center is tucked away onto a quiet hillside just off Lime Kiln Road, on Friday, the entire place was abuzz with celebration. The in-patient therapeutic facility opened its newly-renovated Silver Spoon Cafeteria amid a fanfare of ribbons and balloons.

Are 4-leaf clovers actually lucky?

St. Patrick’s Day, celebrated on March 17, commemorates the death of St. Patrick, known for spreading Christianity in Ireland. The day is often associated with four-leaf clovers, believed to bring luck. Theories abound regarding the connection between clovers and luck, including their use in warding off evil spirits or their rarity. However, due to incomplete Celtic records, these theories remain unverified. The distinction between shamrocks and four-leaf clovers is subjective; while some claim shamrocks have three leaves and clovers have four, there is no scientific basis for this differentiation. Notably, the fourth leaf on a clover is a genetic mutation, not a natural occurrence.

Heritage Association of San Marcos to host 3rd Annual Easter Egg Hunt on March 23

Kids and families at the Heritage Association of San Marcos’ inaugural Easter egg hunt in 2022.
Daily Record file photo

Heritage Association of San Marcos to host 3rd Annual Easter Egg Hunt on March 23

“We want this to be an Easter Egg Hunt on steroids,” said Brian Olson, who is chairing the Easter Egg Hunt committee along with Allison Hardy for the Heritage Association of San Marcos. “It is not just candy. We get sponsors for the event, so we can purchase nice toys and prizes like fishing poles and tackle boxes, bicycles and rafts. It is mainly toys and activities people can do outside.”

San Marcos Area Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting

Transforming plain walls into stunning works of art, Wall Fire Studios utilizes cutting-edge wallPEN print technology to print on any vertical surface. Whether you have a blank canvas and need guidance or a specific idea in mind, Wall Fire Studios is here to bring your walls to life.
Photo provided by the San Marcos Area Chamber of Commerce

San Marcos Area Chamber of Commerce Ribbon Cutting

Wall Fire Studios

KZSM: Kissing Alley Concerts Resume Thursday with Justin James Bridges and Friends

KZSM proudly presents our first 2024 Kissing Alley concert Thursday, March 21, 7-9 p.m. in the historic alley off Hopkins Street just opposite the courthouse. We're thrilled to feature Justin James Bridges, along with the sensational guest performer, Kali Rose KB, who clinched the title of Best New Artist at the 2024 San Marcos Music Awards.

How to improve on your time during races

Moe Johnson Running with Moe

How to improve on your time during races

The area race season is starting up and nearby races for runners are becoming more frequent. Whether an entrant walks, jogs, or runs the one thing that most participants want is “What was my time?” Much of how fast, or slow, a runner records for a time often depends on how difficult the course was, the temperature on the race day and how well the runner felt that morning. Many runners mention that they entered the race “for fun and exercise,” but if they can be a few seconds or more faster than their previous best time it becomes an encouragement to try to be a little faster at the next race. There is a saying in running circles that states, “If you train or run slow your race time will be slow.” In order to run faster the runner must train faster.

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