A little trivia offsets Washington crazies Nov 6, 2009
The first Eagle Scout west of the Mississippi is buried in San Marcos. The geographical center of North America is near Rugby, North Dakota. (Rockport Pilot, TX)
SFA Looks to Get Back in the Win Column Against Nicholls Saturday Nov 6, 2009
The Lumberjacks had not only there six-game win streak snapped in San Marcos, but had a string of 110 consecutive passes without a pick ended with his interception prior to halftime. became the 18th head coach of the SFA Lumberjack football team in December, 2006. (Sfajacks.com)
Brenham cruises to 19th consecutive victory, faces Beaumont Ozen next Nov 5, 2009
In other Region III playoff matches, Magnolia defeated San Marcos and Little Cypress-Mauriceville beat Baytown Goose Creek Memorial. Magnolia and LC-M will now meet in the area round later this week, with the winner advancing to play the Brenham-Beaumont Ozen winner. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Board OKs Landrys buyout offer Nov 4, 2009
The company has three Saltgrass Steak House restaurants in the Austin area: one in Austin, one in Round Rock and one in San Marcos. In August, a special committee consisting of outside directors had considered an offer in Fertitta for another go-private transaction through which Landry s shareholders would receive shares of subsidiary Landry s in exchange for Landry s shares. (Austin Business Journal, TX)
White Glove buys Gravity Technical Nov 4, 2009
It mostly provides IT and security services to automotive dealerships in the Dallas, Austin, San Marcos and San Antonio markets. White Glove was founded in 2001 as Network Logistic Inc. The company employs 42 workers and operates offices in Austin and San Antonio. (Austin Business Journal, TX)
Austin gets $13.4M for affordable housing Nov 3, 2009
Other local governments receiving grants include Bexar County, Brownsville, Edinburg, Harlingen, Laredo, McAllen, Mission, Pharr, Round Rock, San Antonio, San Benito, San Marcos, Victoria and Williamson County. This funding represents HUD s continuing investment in helping our local partners improve their communities, Housing and Urban Development Secretary Shaun Donovan said. (Austin Business Journal, TX)
Bobcats End SFA Win Streak Nov 1, 2009
SAN MARCOS, Texas - The 11th-ranked Stephen F. Austin Lumberjacks' win streak came to an end Saturday with a 28-7 setback at Texas State. The loss, which is SFA's first conference loss of the season, ended a six-game win streak which dated back to Sept. 12th. (Sfajacks.com)
B-CHS football program not lacking Oct 31, 2009
shutup wrote on Oct 30, 2009 11:14 PM:" There are two things people who are criticizing Champion football/coaches are forgetting. 1. They are using a new offense and defense this year. I have watched every game this season, including tonight's blow out of San Marcos, and I have seen a lot of improvement. It is going to take more than one season to perfect both. 2. The split of students for the two high schools is going to hurt ahtletics no matter what anybody says. Remember, the spread offense... (Boerne Star, TX)
SFA Heads to Texas State Oct 31, 2009
Lumberjacks prepare for a key conference showdown in San Marcos. SFA travels to San Marcos Saturday for a clash with the 'Cats ... The Stephen F. Austin Lumberjack football team (6-1/3-0 SLC) will put its six-game win streak on the line against the defending Southland Conference Champion Texas State Bobcats Saturday in San Marcos. (Sfajacks.com)
Multichannel Newswire Oct 30, 2009
Time Warner Cable is closing call centers in Waco and San Marcos, shifting jobs to Central Texas hub in Austin, The Waco Tribune-Herald Web site reports. FCC Republican Robert McDowell is cautioning the agency not to allow the understandable uncertainty about new technology to "lure us into unwarranted regulation, which may be difficult or impossible to reverse.". (Multichannel News)
Local News: TWC Merging Call Centers in Texas Oct 30, 2009
com Says Waco, San Marcos Closings Shift Jobs to Austin ... Time Warner Cable is closing call centers in Waco and San Marcos, shifting jobs to Central Texas hub in Austin, The Waco Tribune-Herald Web site reports. (Multichannel News)
Sul Ross’ Rio Grande Research Center awarded $1.434 million for water study Oct 29, 2009
Researchers from Sul Ross, Lamar University, Texas State University San Marcos and Sam Houston State as well as some non-governmental agencies are involved. The project began in 2004, partly in response to the fact that the once-mighty Rio Grande/Rio Bravo actually ceased flowing to the Gulf of Mexico for a period of time. (Odessa American, TX)
Storm Dumps Heavy Snow On Rockies, Plains Oct 29, 2009
In San Diego County, wind toppled a tree onto a car in San Marcos but the couple inside escaped serious injury. The National Weather Service warned of the possibility of further gusts up to 50 mph through Thursday morning in Los Angeles and Ventura counties. (Click2Houston, TX)
Lumberjacks Move into FCSnow.com Top 10 Oct 29, 2009
SFA returns to action Saturday when they travel to San Marcos, Texas, to face Texas State. The game against the defending league champs is slated to begin at 2 p.m. from Bobcat Stadium. (Sfajacks.com)
SFA Back At Home To Close Out SLC West Oct 28, 2009
SFA VS THE OPPONENTS vs Texas State, Tied 22-22 The last time: Texas St. 3, SFA 2 Oct. 20, 2008 San Marcos vs UTA, SFA leads 24-17 The last time: SFA 3, UTA 0 Nov. 1, 2009 Arlington. FOLLOW THE LADYJACKS SFA's matches versus both the Bearkats and Mavs can be followed via Gametracker at www. (Sfajacks.com)
SFA Hammers Sam Houston State Oct 25, 2009
The Lumberjacks return to action Saturday when they travel to San Marcos, Texas, to take on defending Southland Conference champion Texas State. The game against the Bobcats is slated to begin at 2 p.m. from Bobcat Stadium. (Sfajacks.com)
Week 8 High School Football Scores Oct 25, 2009
CLASS 5A Aolidated 34, Harker Heights 17 Abilene 63, Haltom City 0 Alief Hastings 28, Houston Strake Jesuit 24 Allen 55, Dallas Jesuit 14 Arlington 59, Arlington Bowie 35 Arlington Martin 58, Mansfield 7 Austin Bowie 27, Pflugerville Connally 7 Austin Westlake 38, Austin Anderson 10 Baytown Lee 7, Channelview 6 Beaumont West Brook 13, Port Arthur Memorial 7 Belton 45, Killeen Ellison 20 Cedar Park 28, Round Rock Stony Point 21 Colleyville Heritage 49, Keller Central 21 Conroe Oak Ridge 48, New... (KWTX.com, TX)
Texas Homeowner Shoots Would-Be Attacker During Home Invasion Oct 24, 2009
SAN MARCOS (October 23, 2009)A homeowner in San Marcos shot a would-be intruder three times Thursday night after the 21-year-old man, who was armed with a BB gun, broke into his house ... Earlier this week, a San Marcos College student was shot when two people broke into his home and earlier this year, another homeowner in San Marcos opened fire on four teenagers from Luling who broke into his house, killing two of them ... It is quiet unusual for the city of San Marcos to have this type of... (KWTX.com, TX)
Weynand leads Texas State to win Oct 24, 2009
Published: Friday, October 23, 2009 1:23 PM CDT SAN MARCOS, Texas Former Brenham High School volleyball player Jessica Weynand had 10 kills and nine digs Thursday night in Texas State s 3-0 victory over Nicholls State. Weynand, a senior, has helped Texas State to an 11-12 overall record and a 5-3 mark in the Southland Conference. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Texas State Edges Ladyjacks Oct 24, 2009
SAN MARCOS, Texas - Serena Hines scored the game-winning goal with eight minutes to play in the first overtime Friday to lead Texas State to a 1-0 win over Stephen F. Austin. Hines' goal in the 96th minute was the only real edge for the Bobcats in a game that was as closely contested as any SFA has played this season. (Sfajacks.com)
SFA Hits Road For Pivotal Weekend Oct 23, 2009
SFA at Texas State Friday, Oct. 23 7 p.m. San Marcos, Texas ... The Ladyjacks will meet Southland Conference-leading Texas State Friday in a 7 p.m. match in San Marcos, Texas. (Sfajacks.com)
Saks Off 5th to open at Park Lane Oct 21, 2009
The other Texas stores are located in San Antonio, Katy Mills, Houston Grove, Grapevine, Rio Grande, San Marcos and Mercedes. Once North Dallas Park Lane development is complete, the entertainment center will feature 2. (Dallas Business Journal, TX)
Services at driver license offices change Oct 21, 2009
Commercial driver testing currently administered in Austin (North Lamar, South Congress and Northwest), San Marcos and Georgetown will be conducted at the Austin Denson office. For more information about driver records and driver license reinstatement, go to. (Rockport Pilot, TX)
Baby's Body Found Following South Texas Apartment Complex Fire Oct 20, 2009
Posted by: Joan Location: San Marcos on Oct 19, 2009 at 01:18 PM Y'all make it sound like she quietly walked out of the burning building carrying her belongings and said "Oh by the way, my kid is still in there" Is it at all possible that she became overwhelmed by smoke and flames trying to get her baby and her only option was to get help. My guess is yes. (KWTX.com, TX)
Weynand posts double-double in loss Oct 16, 2009
Published: Thursday, October 15, 2009 11:48 AM CDT SAN MARCOS Former Brenham High School volleyball player Jessica Weynand had 12 kills and 10 digs Wednesday night in Texas State s 3-2 loss to Central Arkansas. Weynand s 12 kills led Texas State, which fell to 9-12 on the season and 3-3 in the Southland Conference. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Center for Arts international juried exhibit will open today Oct 14, 2009
Final selections are Linda Norton, Camden, ME; John Olvey, Corpus Christi; Kathy O Rourke, San Antonio; Oscar Silva, Staples; Debbie Stevens, Cypress; Bob Thomas, Houston; Jeff Weaver, Gloucester, MA; Art Werger, Athens, OH; and Carolyn Whiteside, San Marcos. The Rockport Center for the Arts is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing an environment which nurtures the expressing and appreciation of art for residents and tourists alike. (Rockport Pilot, TX)
Latino Sports Association honors athletes Oct 9, 2009
He gained All-American honors while playing football at Southwest Texas State University (now Texas State University) in San Marcos. He was drafted by and played for the. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Cross Country Dominates At Texas State Oct 8, 2009
Dominating the course in San Marcos, Fredericksburg High School cross country runners won three divisions at the Texas State Classic held Saturday, including topping both the varsity boys and varsity girls A-AAA standings. Sophomore Bo Porter won a gold medal at the meet, while juniors Dickson Seals and Kayla Castillo each earned silver in varsity divisions for the Billies. (Fredericksburg Standard Radio Post, TX)
ACISD Sub-Varsity Sport Shorts Oct 7, 2009
The Rockport-Fulton Middle School Lady Buc cross country teams placed fifth at the Texas State Invitational in San Marcos Saturday, Oct. 3. The seventh and eighth graders ran as one team and placed fifth out of nine teams with 122 points. (Rockport Pilot, TX)
UT Arlington Looks for Road Win at Texas State Oct 7, 2009
Texas Ahe only team to beat the Bobcats in San Marcos this season ... UTA holds a 12-10 lead in matches played in San Marcos. (Utamavs.com)
TRACK: Lady Pirates CC places third Oct 7, 2009
Published: Wednesday, October 7, 2009 12:25 AM CDT The Rockport-Fulton High School Lady Pirate cross country teams took third place at the Texas State Invitational in San Marcos Saturday, Oct. 3. The team scored 73 points to finish third among the six teams in the 4A-5A division. (Rockport Pilot, TX)
Betty Jo Crocker (91) Oct 7, 2009
Published: Tuesday, October 6, 2009 1:05 AM CDT Betty Jo Crocker, 82, of San Antonio, a former resident of San Marcos, passed away at her daughters home in Waring, Friday, Oct. 2, 2009 ... Betty Jo graduated from San Marcos High School and married Wayne Crocker who was from Pearsall ... They then moved back to San Marcos where she went to work for Dr. Scheib, team physician for Southwest Texas. (Boerne Star, TX)
Southwestern travel notes Oct 6, 2009
A traveling exhibit about the life of early Texan Jose Policarpio "Polly" Rodriguez will be on view at the LBJ Museum of San Marcos through Oct. 15 in honor of National Hispanic Heritage Month. "A Tejano Son of Texas" describes Rodriguez's journey from his native Mexico to Texas, where he later became a Texas Ranger, rancher, justice of the peace and Methodist minister. (Herald Online, SC -- Lifestyles)
Drafthouse sells local cinemas Oct 6, 2009
has acquired the two existing local theaters, located in West Oaks Mall and in Katy at 531 South Mason Road, and has plans to construct new properties in the Houston market as well as in Amarillo, Corpus Christi, Lubbock, Midland and San Marcos. Triple Tap s principals, Norman Abdallah and Neil Billingsley-Michaelsen, between them have more than 40 years of restaurant, franchise, corporate finance and concept development experience. (Houston Business Journal, TX)
Frantz has 16 Kills, Mavs Fall to Bearkats Oct 4, 2009
UT Arlington will complete its three-match road trip next week with a 6:30 p.m. first serve against Texas State on Friday, Oct. 9, in San Marcos, Texas, at Strahan Coliseum. Team Information. (Utamavs.com)
TRACK: Varsity Pirate cross country competes in Islander Splash Oct 3, 2009
The team will head to San Marcos for the Texas State Classic Saturday, Oct. 3. Article Rating. (Rockport Pilot, TX)
In the line of duty (331) Oct 3, 2009
Tom Kelleys career evolved from risk management assessment to safety and today he is a school safety specialist with the Texas School Safety Center at Texas State University in San Marcos. Their oldest son Jason, who was inspired by the honor shown at his uncles funeral to write an editorial for his school newspaper about the significance of law enforcement and the sacrifices officers make, has graduated from Texas State and is training to become a corrections officer with the Hays County... (Boerne Star, TX)
Boise State's OOC Schedule Tougher Than #1-4 Oct 2, 2009
8 Texas Christian played Clemson , Virginia and Texas State-San Marcos. Clemson is #20, Virginia is rated #80 while San Marcos is #138. (BroncoCountry.com)
Tennis Falls In Pair Of Matches Oct 1, 2009
HELPING THE TEAM - Victories on the court by Evan McGraw Thursday and Monday earned points for the Fredericksburg High School tennis team in matches with San Marcos and Boerne. On Thursday, McGraw and partner Dylan Kyle defeated Robert Lee and Jordan Ogltree of San Marcos 7-5, 6-4 and McGraw was a singles winner over Jacob Lucas 6-1, 6-4 ... The team fell to the state s 13th-ranked AAAA team on Thursday (10-6 to San Marcos) and then was edged by Boerne, 10-8, on Monday. (Fredericksburg Standard Radio Post, TX)
Cross Country Posts Top Three Finishes In Llano Oct 1, 2009
Runners will look to continue their hot streak at the Texas State Classic Saturday in San Marcos. The varsity boys will run at 9:25 a.m., followed by the varsity girls at 10:05 a.m.. (Fredericksburg Standard Radio Post, TX)
Weynand named SLC player of the week Sep 30, 2009
Published: Tuesday, September 29, 2009 2:15 PM CDT SAN MARCOS, Texas Jessica Weynand was named the Southland Conference volleyball offensive player of the week on Wednesday. This is Weynand s first honor of the season, along with Texas State s. Texas State went 2-0 on the week. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Kathleen (Kathi) Ann Ginsberg Sep 24, 2009
Grandchildren J.D., Kacie, Kayla Collings of San Marcos, CA. Brother, Bill Taylor and wife Deloris of Sparks, NV. (Half Moon Bay Review, CA)
Obituaries in the news Sep 23, 2009
Buchmeyer, who had been in declining health, died in a San Marcos nursing home, his son Jon Paul Buchmeyer said by phone Tuesday. Jerry Buchmeyer was perhaps best-known for his handling of a 1985 lawsuit against the 00003B3C Dallas Housing Authority that many say helped desegregate public housing. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Sneak preview: Sunbirds women's soccer Sep 19, 2009
FRESNO PACIFIC VS. CAL STATE SAN MARCOS. Today: 2 p.m. at Ramirez Field. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
POC has changed as years passed Sep 18, 2009
By summer s end, Koehler returned to what was then the Southwest Texas State Teachers College in San Marcos for her teacher certification. When she returned for the 1948-49 school year, POCISD no longer existed, but became part of the Calhoun County Independent School District. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Texas Education Agency gives $1M grant Sep 16, 2009
The grant application was made on behalf of a group of institutions from the Collaborative: Bastrop, Leander, Pflugerville, Round Rock and San Marcos school districts and KIPP-Austin and UT Elementary charter schools. Most Read Stories. (Austin Business Journal, TX)
Former Southwest exec. named pres. of Texas Disposal Systems Sep 16, 2009
The company has over 500 employees and business operations in Austin, Creedmoor, San Antonio, Bee Cave, Georgetown, San Marcos, San Angelo, Alpine, Sealy and Victoria. Most Read Stories. (Austin Business Journal, TX)
Columbus Lady Cards continue to win Sep 16, 2009
The varsity Lady Cards took second place in the San Marcos varsity tournament Saturday, Sept. 5. In pool play, they defeated Navarro 25-14, 25-13; were victorious against C.C. Moody 25-15 and 25-17; and defeated Austin Reagan 25-6 and 25-3 Sept. 4. (Columbus Colorado County Citizen, TX)
Friday Night Lights: Breaking down the stars and stats Sep 14, 2009
Up Next: at San Marcos at 7:30PM on Friday (September 25th). RB - - Killeen Ellison. (Texas Sports -- Rivals.com)
Cougars Return Home After a Three-Game Road Campaign Sep 11, 2009
Houston squared off against Texas State last season in San Marcos, Texas resulting in a 1-0 victory over the Bobcats. This will be the first time since 2006 the two programs have matched up in Robertson Stadium. (Uhcougars.com)
Prime Outlets owner launches fund-raising initiative for breast cancer Sep 11, 2009
The company is launching its Operation Shop Pink Bonus Card at each of its properties, including Prime Outlets in San Marcos. Prime Outlets is the third most visited attraction in Texas behind the San Antonio River Walk and the Alamo. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Police: Texas Teens Slain In Home Invasion Wanted Pot Sep 11, 2009
SAN MARCOS (September 10, 2009)--Four armed teens who broke into a house last week in San Marcos were trying to get marijuana when the resident fatally shot two of the 16-year-olds, police said ... San Marcos Police Chief Howard Williams says the injured teen remains hospitalized but didn't give more information. (KWTX.com, TX)
Yoe graduate killed in action Sep 11, 2009
That was followed by a masters degree in education administration from Texas State University in San Marcos, but his father and friends said his career was always going to be the military. When Andrews joined the military, it seemed to be his true calling, childhood friend Tommy Brashear said. (Cameron Herald, TX)
Tim Nobles (168) Sep 9, 2009
Tim graduated from Southwest Texas State University in San Marcos in 1987. He worked as a construction project manager. (Boerne Star, TX)
Latest Local News Sep 9, 2009
Don't get caught up with being a celebrity or a contestant on reality TV. Those were some of the messages that eighth-graders in Amy Hrin's class at Woodland Park Middle School in San Marcos said they took from President Barack Obama's back-to-school address Tuesday morning. 1:09 p.m. Sept. 8 A 40-year-old man was shot and killed by his father Monday night after he attacked his mother at the couple's Rancho Santa Fe home, the Sheriff's Department said Tuesday. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
8Texas Resident Shot and Killed 2 Teenagers During Home Invasion» Sep 8, 2009
SAN MARCOS, Texas Police in Texas say a group of teenagers were trying to break into a home when a resident opened fire and killed two of the youths. San Marcos Police Chief Howard Williams says the shootings happened shortly before 2 a.m. Friday ... Authorities declined to release the teenagers' identities but say the two killed were from Luling, about 20 miles from San Marcos. (Fox News)
Nearly $60.5M raised in MDA Telethon Sep 8, 2009
San Marcos Police Chief Howard Williams says the shootings happened shortly before 2 a.m. Friday ... Authorities declined to release the teenagers' identities but say the two killed were from Luling (LOO'-leeng), about 20 miles from San Marcos. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
San Marcos teen fatalities may fall under Castle Doctrine Sep 6, 2009
A fatal San Marcos shooting may fall under the castle doctrine ... "Three of the suspects were armed, one with a handgun, two with what we were later to find out were pellet guns, but very realistic looking, San Marcos Police Chief Howard Williams said. San Marcos Police Chief Howard Williams says the teens burst inside the home. There were three people inside; a college student, and two men, one of which was armed. "He opened his bedroom door. (KHOU.com, TX)
Texas Tech Best Effort of 2009 Not Enough Sep 6, 2009
SAN MARCOS, Texas - There were a record 2,389 people in attendance at Strahan Coliseum to see Texas State (1-3) beat Texas Tech, 3-0, in non-conference volleyball action. But, the final set scores don't indicate how entertained the masses were as both teams battled throughout. (Texastech.com)
Two Texas Teenagers Die In Attempted Home Invasion Friday Sep 5, 2009
SAN MARCOS (September 4, 2009)--An attempted home invasion early Friday in San Marcos left two teenagers dead and a third seriously injured. San Marcos Police Chief Howard Williams says the two 16-year-olds who died when the homeowner opened fire early Friday on the would-be robbers were from Luling, about 20 miles southeast of San Marcos. (KWTX.com, TX)
Swine Flu Cases Confirmed On Texas University Campus Sep 4, 2009
SAN MARCOS (September 3, 2009)Three cases of swine flu have been confirmed on the campus of Texas State University in San Marcos. TSU Student Health Center Director Dr. Emilio Carranco, Jr. said 24 students complaining of flu-like symptoms went to the center during the first week of school. (KWTX.com, TX)
SEN.: Obama 'trying to disavow all things that have made this country different from all others'... Sep 3, 2009
San Marcos (9/2/2009 11:31:18 PM) Just a question for the working folks in Oklahoma. when has Inhofe ever, and I mean ever, supported a position that was favorable to the working man. (The Drudge Report)
Medina Bobcats barely lose to San Marcos Baptist Academy Sep 3, 2009
A 27-yard field goal helped San Marcos Baptist Academy to a 31-28 win over the Medina Bobcats in their season-opening varsity football game ... With a little over six minutes remaining in the ball game, San Marcos Baptist Academy led 17-14, Medina Head Coach Keith Mills said. (Bandera Bulletin, TX)
Lady Cards win at Schulenburg Sep 2, 2009
The Lady Cards varsity volleyball team will compete in the San Marcos Varsity Volleyball Tournament Friday, Sept 4 and Saturday, Sept. 5 at times to be determined. Advertisers. (Columbus Colorado County Citizen, TX)
ATRI Updates Idling Regulations Compendium to Reflect Recent Changes in Texas Sep 1, 2009
Cities: Arlington, Austin, Bastrop, Benbrook, Celina, Cedar Hill, Colleyville, Dallas, Elgin, Euless, Georgetown, Hurst, Hutto, Keene, Lake Worth, Lancaster, Little Elm, Lockhart, Luling, Mabank, McKinney, Mesquite, North Richland Hills, Pecan Hill, Round Rock, Rowlett, San Marcos, University Park, Westlake. Counties: Bastrop, Caldwell, Collin, Hays, Kaufman, Tarrant, Travis, Williamson. (PR Newswire)
