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What you can do to help local wildlife

The Animal Welfare Institute notes that the following are some things that ordinary citizens can do to help local wildlife.
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What you can do to help local wildlife

As the world’s population has increased, so, too, has the need to accommodate such growth. Areas that were wild as recently as 100 years ago may have long since been overrun by housing and urban development, leaving little space for local wildlife to call home.

SMAL receives $10,000 NEA grant for citywide art exhibit

“Awake and Alert,” 1985 (acrylic on canvas) is one of the works of art by Roberto Rios that will be on display in San Marcos during 2023.
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SMAL receives $10,000 NEA grant for citywide art exhibit

The San Marcos Art League recently announced it has been approved by the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) to receive a Challenge America award of $10,000. This grant will support a city-wide exhibition of the art of Roberto Rios. This grant is one of 262 Challenge America awards totaling $2.62 million that were announced by the NEA as part of its first round of fiscal year 2023 grants.

The basics of container gardening

Gardening can be less labor-intensive and even more successful when people consider the many benefits of container gardening.
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The basics of container gardening

Gardening is a rewarding hobby that has been linked to health benefits like reduced stress and improved mental well-being. Gardening also can lead to an inviting home landscape full of attractive blooms and/or delicious foods.

Answers to Go

Happy Year of the Rabbit, 2023.
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Answers to Go

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Answers to Go

Q.What is the Lunar New Year? Is it the same as Chinese New Year? A. Yes, Lunar New Year is the same as Chinese New Year. It is also referred to as the Spring Festival, bringing hope for a good harvest in the year to come. In 2023, Lunar New Year is Jan. 22.

Mind Windows

Roberto Rios painting “Flight” mural for the Airmen Heritage Museum at Lackland Air Force Base, 1978.
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Mind Windows

Roberto Rios in his garage painting “Marfa Sector” mural for U.S. Border Patrol Marfa Station, 1977.

Mind Windows

‘The Art of Roberto Rios’ on display in various galleries

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