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Military deployments are not limited to warzones. Soldiers can be sent all over the world for various reasons. No matter the mission or location of deployment, they appreciate the support of the community. It is a difficult job that many are unable or unwilling to do but are benefited by in every way. The 4-133rd Field Artillery Regiment (High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems) is located in San Marcos.

After an extended period of gloom, Americans are starting to feel better about inflation and the economy — a trend that could sustain consumer spending, fuel economic growth and potentially affect President Joe Biden's political fortunes.

This article is co-published and co-reported with Military Times, an independent news organization reporting on issues important to the U.S. military.

A zoning change to allow for a gas station, convenience store, car wash and retail center on six acres of land at the corner of Mc-Carty Lane and Rattler Road was approved by the San Marcos Planning and Zoning Commission on Tuesday night.

SMHS hosts spring musical of former Broadway show

Tensions are running high in the Red Sea. Houthi rebels based in Yemen have been targeting cargo ships, firing missiles at vessels bearing flags of a variety of nations. Their goal appears to be to widen the conflict in the Middle East while simultaneously putting pressure on Europe.

The CHRISTUS Santa Rosa San Marcos Foundation announced its upcoming Stars of Texas Gala on Thursday, May 2. As Hays County’s premiere annual black-tie event, the gala will honor community philanthropists Bill and Linda Pennington and feature entertainment by Straight Tequila Night.

The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday ordered Texas to allow federal border agents access to the state’s border with Mexico, where Texas officials have deployed miles of concertina wire.

Knowledge is power, and often that power can come with a hefty price tag. However, Lifelong Learning provides free learning opportunities in San Marcos to quench the curious mind without breaking the bank. Lifelong Learning Director Marianne Reese is currently spearheading a community lecture series that involves six unique topics on six consecutive Fridays at the San Marcos Public Library.

Bring on the rain

The San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District implemented the School Marshal Program at the beginning of the school year in response to a lack of available School Resource Officers from the city and Texas legislation requiring an armed guard on every school campus. A committee has been formed specifically to evaluate the efficacy of the program throughout time and any viable alternatives, according to district officials. The SMCISD Board of Trustees held a discussion regarding the charge and expectations for the Police Force Committee at the regularly scheduled meeting on Jan 16.

Wimberley’s oldest retailer, King Feed and Hardware, caught fire in the early morning hours of Tuesday. A patron of the Brookshire Brothers’ Tobacco Barn and gas station noticed the flames at its location on RR12 and called Wimberley Fire and Rescue. King Feed co-owner Bryan Toifl was on the scene by 5:45 a.m. and was joined shortly thereafter by the business’ other owner, Laurie Ward. Both are previous employees who took over ownership in 2019 from then owner Chris Nichols.