University Star

05/29/2026

Senza Maeso, a bar and tasting room located on the outskirts of San Marcos at 1090 FM 32, will close on May 31 due to financial strain. Funded almost entirely by the brothers who own it, the bar became a unique gathering place where residents could slow down, connect and feel part of a community for a short, but meaningful, nearly three years until the brothers could no longer fund the project with their savings.

From clinking glasses under string lights to crowded live-music nights, San Marcos is losing an unconventional hangout when Senza Maseo closes its doors on May 31. Senza Maeso, a bar and tasting room located on the outskirts of San Marcos at 1090 FM 32, will close on May 31 due to financial strain.....

05/25/2026

In a season that has been marked with high high’s and low low’s, Texas State’s season will continue as they earned an at-large bid to the 2026 NCAA Tournament early Monday morning, remaining in-state to play in the College Station Regional, hosted by No. 12 Texas A&M in Olsen Field at Blue Bell Park this weekend from Friday, May 29 to Sunday, June 1.

In a season that has been marked with high high’s and low low’s, Texas State’s season will continue as they earned an at-large bid to the 2026 NCAA Tournament early Monday morning, remaining in-state to play in the College Station Regional, hosted by No. 12 Texas A&M in Olsen Field at Blue Bel...

05/21/2026

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05/20/2026

AD: Class is out, savings are IN!

Moving into a new apartment for the summer? Setting up your first college house? We are bringing you a massive Memorial Day Sale at the San Marcos ReStore to help you budget like a pro.
Get ready for an epic store-wide sale plus unbeatable doorbusters on the essentials you actually need. We are talking couch upgrades, desk setups, kitchen appliances, and unique decor to make your space yours without draining your bank account.

Swipe through to see some of the departments packed with fresh arrivals, and keep your eyes on our feed for the full sale details dropping soon!
Find us right off the highway: 2521 I-35, San Marcos, TX 78666

05/15/2026

AD: Finals are over, your suitcase is full, and somehow you still have… stuff.

Instead of tossing it, donate it. Your gently used items get a second life and help build affordable homes right here in our community.

Drop it at the ReStore before you head out for summer break.

San Marcos ReStore, 2521 I-35, San Marcos, TX 78666

Too much to haul? Schedule a free donation pick-up: austinhabitat.org/restore/donate

05/13/2026

An immigration judge denied cancellation of removal for Gerardo Reyes, a San Antonio father detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) after a traffic stop in March, after Hays County prosecutors declined to file criminal charges against him.

An immigration judge denied cancellation of removal for Gerardo Reyes, a San Antonio father detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) after a traffic stop in March, after Hays County prosecutors declined to file criminal charges against him. Since the cancellation of removal was denied,....

05/12/2026

AD: Ready to connect with the brightest thinkers, learn from the most passionate leaders and lead the conversation on issues that matter to you? The Texas Tribune Festival is for you! TribFest is where the biggest conversations shaping our state come to life. It’s a vibrant platform for students and educators to engage, connect and get inspired, together. You’ll connect with some of the smartest, most passionate people in Texas and explore the issues that affect your life, from education and the economy to health care, energy, technology, culture and the arts. Plus, at TribFest, students and educators can: ● Hear directly from the policymakers and advocates deciding what’s next for Texas education ● Attend students-only breakfasts, lunches and networking events ● Get tickets for just $65, an 80% discount just for students and educators! At TribFest, you’re not just in the audience. You’re part of the conversation. Ask questions, challenge ideas and leave inspired for what’s next. Don’t miss your chance to be part of something big! Get tickets and join the conversation this September at https://trib.it/tribfest2026-studentmedia-universitystar.

05/10/2026

In a low-scoring nail biter, the fifth-seeded South Alabama Jaguars prevailed 3-2 Saturday night in the Sun Belt Conference Championship Game against the three-seeded Texas State Bobcats at Lamson Park in Lafayette, La.

In a low-scoring nail biter, the fifth-seeded South Alabama Jaguars prevailed 3-2 Saturday night in the Sun Belt Conference Championship Game against the three-seeded Texas State Bobcats at Lamson Park in Lafayette, La. The Jaguars (32-25, 13-11 SBC) utilized a pitching duo of Sydney Scapin and Ryle...

05/07/2026

Canvas is experiencing a nationwide data breach, leading to a shutdown and halting finals at Texas State.

Canvas is experiencing a nationwide data breach, leading to a shutdown and halting finals at Texas State. In an email to students, staff and faculty, Texas State’s Division of Information Technology (ITAC) asserted that it is working with Instructure, the parent company of Canvas, to determine if ...

05/07/2026

Six rooms tested positive for biological growth in San Jacinto Hall on March 20, including Stachybotrys, also known as black mold.

Six rooms tested positive for biological growth in San Jacinto Hall on March 20, including Stachybotrys, also known as black mold. During this testing, Burch Environmental Services identified the growth of four fungal species using indoor air samples. According to their report, mold has likely been....