San Marcos riverfront parks reopen

For the past two months, the parks in San Marcos have been closed in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the community.

Hays County completes COVID-19 testing at nursing home facilities

The task force, made of 18 testing and eight support personnel, has set up a system allowing them to test up to 100 people an hour at facilities in Dripping Springs, Wimberley, Kyle and San Marcos.

Police: San Marcos hit-and-run suspect turns himself in

SMPD says the arrest was only possible after a citizen recognized the red Chevrolet truck involved in the crash. 

City of San Marcos to reopen riverfront parks May 22

Individuals may utilize the river for active recreation such as tubing, kayaking, canoeing, or swimming. Dog walking and exercising is permitted on park trails open to the public.

Texas Rangers identify man who killed San Marcos police officer, injured two others

The Rangers say Jose Alfredo Perez DeLaCruz, 46, was the person who shot and killed Officer Justin Putnam and wounded officers Franco Stewart and Justin Mueller on the evening of April 18.

San Marcos Police Officer returns home after recovering from gunshot wound

According to the City of San Marcos, Officer Franco Stewart was released from physical therapy following a gunshot wound he sustained when he was ambushed during a domestic dispute call. 

Local malls open up for business, but with safety protocols

You'll start to see many businesses around Austin begin to open, with precautions. But if you ask the city council, they have a different opinion.

Some San Marcos businesses to reopen starting May 1

Any business needing to determine its occupancy limit may contact the San Marcos Fire Department Prevention Division and the city says an inspector will respond to your location and calculate the allowed occupancy.

Texas State University expands Bobcat Promise program in response to COVID-19

Bobcat Promise is now designed to increase access for Texas students with a family adjusted gross income (AGI) that does not exceed $50,000 annually. Previously, the upper AGI limit was set at $35,000.

Fundraiser held for San Marcos Police Officer Paul Beller

Beller is currently recovering at a rehabilitation center in Houston after he was hit by a car on I-35 on March 23 when he responded to a report of lumber in the road.

Family remembers fallen San Marcos Police Officer

They say their brother was so much more than just a fun guy and agree he was their family's protector so it came to no surprise when he became a San Marcos Police Officer.

San Marcos police provide update on wounded officers

According to the department, both Officers Justin Mueller and Franco Stewart have made progress since they were injured in a shooting that wounded both officers and killed fellow officer Justin Putnam. 

Texas State launches Bobcat Cares Program to provide $30M in student assistance

The CARES allocation will help Texas State students deal with the financial burden caused by the COVID-19 crisis and assist with the costs of attending college by providing money directly to them.

Hays County Commissioners Court votes to rescind road permits for Permian Highway Pipeline

The motion requires the permits to be rescinded until Kinder Morgan complies with the Texas Railroad Commission’s Notice of Violation for the damage done in Blanco County and provides a plan to prevent further impact to ground and surface water.

San Marcos parks to remain closed until further notice

People violating this parks closure order are subject to a fine of up to $1,000 and possible arrest on charges of criminal trespass if a person refuses to leave after being warned to do so by a peace officer.