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Ismail Mahdi was named a second team All-American as an all-purpose player by the Football Writers Association of America (FWAA) as the organization announced its full list of 2023 All-Americans on Monday.

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Alyssa Ramirez, has officially entered the race for Hays County Commissioner, Precinct 1, by filing for the Democratic primary on Dec. 7, according to a press release.

Two central Texas aquatic species have avoided listing on the Endangered Species Act: the Texas Troglobitic Water Slater–a small subterranean crustacean that lives deep within the Edwards Aquifer in Hays County and the Mimic Cavesnail–a small freshwater snail that lives in the Edwards Aquifer in Bexar County.

Following the District 4 City Council Runoff Election held on Saturday, Dec. 9, unofficial results indicate Dr. Lauralee Harris was elected to serve in District 4, receiving 65.45% of the vote, according to a press release.

Jazzie Hamlett, LPC, will speak to the Rotary Club of San Marcos on Dec. 13.

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Dear Abby

Each month the San Marcos Unitarian Universalist Fellowship selects a local non-profit organization that is doing work in the community that aligns with their religious values to donate to them.

The holidays are in full swing, and in true Texan fashion, we’re doing things big! The Texas Historical Commission has announced several family- friendly events throughout the season that will be sure to lift the spirits of any history buff.

Holiday shopping and gift-giving can often be challenging, but even more so when shopping for a person living with dementia. There are more than 6 million Americans living with Alzheimer’s disease. Depending on the stage of disease, some well-intentioned gifts may no longer be appropriate or practical for the person.

The board of directors of the LBJ Museum of San Marcos stated that they are excited to announce that Douglas Brinkley will be the featured speaker at the 2024 LBJ Museum Benefit Gala scheduled for Saturday, January 20, 2024.