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The Calaboose African American History Museum extends heartfelt thanks to the organizers of the June 13 George Floyd Rally in San Marcos. Not only did the rally raise awareness to the racial tensions of today in America, many of the rally participants visited the Calaboose Museum for the first time while gathering at Durham Park before the march and learned about the history of African Americans in Hays County.

On July 14, Texas will hold its 2020 runoff elections to decide the final spots for Democrats and Republicans on the November general election ballot. There are 35 congressional, legislative and state board nominations up for grabs. You can view the full ballot here — https://apps.texastribune. org/features/2020/texas-runoff-election-ballot — and find polling locations here — https://teamrv-mvp.sos. texas.gov/MVP/mvp.do.

As Texas remains in partial shutdown amid a resurgence of COVID-19, you can stay informed by tuning in to our KZSM. org live news specials at noon on Mondays and Fridays. San Marcos Mayor Jane Hughson and County Judge Ruben Becerra call in regularly with their latest updates, and we talk to experts, officials, and your neighbors.

The Bluebonnet Lions held their annual officer installation for 2020-2021, new member inductions and awards presentation on June 16 at Wonder World Cave & Adventure Park. Pictured are Lion Rose Brooks receiving the Key Award for her recruiting efforts in the club (above, left); Lion Patti Blackson receiving the Above & Beyond Award for her willingness to help on all levels in the club (above, middle); and Lion Carol Peters receiving the LCIF Helping Hands Award for her work promoting Lions Club International Foundation within the club (above, right). Photos submitted by the Bluebonnet Lions