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San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter Pets of the Week

Marlin (52341524)

Looking for a pup that loves quality time? Meet Marlin, a sweet boy that enjoys spending time with staff in the shelter break room. During his hangouts, Marlin is content and receives lots of love. Marlin is a trick aficionado, impressing...

You're Invited to Fire Station #5's Open House

We invite you to attend the San Marcos Fire Department’s Open House on October 7. The Open House returns for the first time since 2020, when health and safety measures forced the event to be called off. This year, we’re back with a ban...

City to Host Public Ribbon Cutting for Uhland Road Improvements Project

The City of San Marcos will celebrate the completion of the Uhland Road Improvements project with a ribbon cutting Thursday, September 28 at 9 a.m. at 1303 Uhland Road, near the Hays County Sherriff’s Office. The public is invited to attend the ...

San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter Pets of the Week

Andes (51914647)

Andes is an adventurous 5-year-old Staffordshire Terrier mix with a playful, goofy spirit. This sweet pup loves the water and is often hanging out at the kiddie pool with a big smile. Andes has had good interactions with other dogs and has...

San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter Pets of the Week

Acorn (51338515)

Acorn is a gorgeous white Labrador Retriever/Shepherd mix that is ready to head home today. Acorn has been in a few foster homes during his stay at the shelter and is a fan favorite! In his shelter notes, fosters say that Acorn is the bigg...

SMTX Utilities Urges Community Action to Conserve Water Amidst Drought

Canyon Lake is experiencing the lowest water level in recorded history. In September 2009, the lake’s elevation reached 892.68 ft-msl. As of August 31, 2023, that number has fallen to 892.42. Canyon Lake is the main water source for the City of ...

Public is Invited to 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony

On Monday, the City of San Marcos will hold a brief remembrance at City Hall to honor the memories of the lives lost on September 11, 2001. The program will open with a welcome from Fire Chief Les Stephens followed by words from Mayor Jane Hughson. The Sa...

San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter Pets of the Week

Pets of the Week: 

Socrates (51167000)

Socrates is fast approaching his one-year mark at the San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter and would love to find a home before the end of September. Socrates is a 5-year-old, Black-Mouth Cur mix that weighs abo...

San Marcos Police Investigate Shooting Involving Off-Duty Kyle Police Officer

At approximately 12:12 a.m. on Saturday, August 26, San Marcos Police were dispatched to the Encino Pointe Apartments, 1800 Post Rd., in response to a shooting that had occurred. Initial calls to 911 referenced multiple gunshots heard near building 13.

Fol...

San Marcos Fire Marshal Promoted to Rank of Assistant Chief

San Marcos Fire Marshal Jonathan Henderson has been promoted to the rank of Assistant Chief/Fire Marshal for the San Marcos Fire Department. Henderson, who has served with the San Marcos Fire Department for 15 years, was appointed as Fire Marshal in April...

San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter Pets of the Week

Frisbee Dan (53813743)

Frisbee Dan is a 4-year-old Welsh Corgi mix with a super sweet personality. With his short stature and adorable appearance, he's a bundle of joy that lights up any room. Frisbee Dan walks well on a leash, does well in his ke...

San Marcos to Enter Stage 4 Drought Restrictions

Due to aquifer levels continuing to drop over the last two months, the City of San Marcos will enter Stage 4 drought restrictions effective Sunday, August 27 at noon. Stage 4 is implemented when the 10-day average Edwards Aquifer index well level...

San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter Pets of the Week

Eggplant (52556498)

Eggplant is a 2-year-old American Pit Bull Terrier mix with a big, wonderful smile, which shelter staff have called his best accessory. Eggplant is more than just a pretty face; he’s also been great at socializing with fellow ...

San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter Pets of the Week

Jack (52774518)

Jack has been with the San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter since early June and is ready to spend the remainder of his summer in a forever home. Jack is a 6-year-old Mountain Swiss Shepherd mix with handsome orange/yellow eyes. He is potty t...

San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter Pets of the Week

Stark Contrast (52417828)

Stark Contrast is a captivating 6-year-old shepherd mix eager to find her forever home! Not only is she gorgeous, but her charming personality is sure to win over any adopter. Stark is potty trained and knows the command &ldqu...

San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter Pets of the Week

Pets of the Week: 

Big John (52665109)

Big John, the 60-pound 3-year-old Shepherd/Pyrenees mix, is a gentle giant that has so much love to give. Big John is fantastic on a leash and saunters when on a walk. Staff and volunteers say that Big John is...

San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter Pets of the Week

San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter Pets of the Week

Pets of the Week: 

Linga (52847561)

Linga is a 2-year-old Domestic Shorthair mix with a heart full of sweetness! This adorable feline is quick to purr up a storm as soon as she feels the gentle tou...

Pets of the Week

Corn Pudding (52583290)

Corn Pudding is a typical hound and uses his nose to lead him through life. In play yards, he spends most of his time sniffing all of the different smells! He has done well in his kennel and knows some basic commands like ...

Pets of the Week

Pets of the Week: 

Lord Farquaad (52894438)

While this stunning pup has only been with the shelter a little under a month, he’s already made a big impression on our staff and volunteers! This sweet boy is Lord Farquaad, a 2-year-old Catahoula Leopa...

Pets of the Week

Pets of the Week: 

Ebaneezer (50694292)

Ebaneezer is a 2-year-old American Staffordshire Terrier mix that weighs approximately 45 lbs. He has had great interactions with other dogs both at the shelter and in his foster home. His foster home says th...

San Marcos to Enter Stage 3 Drought Restrictions

Due to dropping aquifer levels, the City of San Marcos will enter Stage 3 drought restrictions effective Sunday, July 2 at noon. Stage 3 is implemented when the 10-day average Edwards Aquifer index well level falls below 640 feet above mean sea level. On ...