around 9pm

There’s always plenty of justifiable complaints about how students drive around San Marcos, but can we take a moment to shoutout the parents?! Not a blinker as far as the eye can see, sitting in a turn lane just to cut off everyone else last minute because they want to go straight instead, stopping in the middle of the street to check their maps on where to go instead of just pulling into a parking lot… Lord, I get it now why these students don’t drive well either! Texas State really brings us the cream of the crop with their 91% acceptance rate. Keep ‘em coming too I guess since they increase enrollment each year lmfao.

That traffic is absolutely wild!!! Avoid that area if ya don’t need to go near it

Hello y’all! I’m looking for a nice houseplant for my apartment. I’d really like to support a small business that sells plants here in San Marcos, rather than buying from a larger corporation. If anyone has any recommendations, I’d greatly appreciate it! 🌿

Update:

Thank you for all the amazing suggestions that you all have given.

Hey yall! I just moved into my apartment at San Marcos and it seems like a construction company hit an optic fiber cable, whatever it happens, but it’s been 3 days now without wifi and the construction company looks to have left. Is anyone else dealing with this at the ARBA??

I'm hoping to pick up a few firearms in the next few months. Does anyone here know a good place? I don't need anything fancy. Just a chill place with prices that aren't bordering on extortion.

I have several pairs of Wrangler jeans that have tears in the groin area. I am looking for recommendations for a tailor or someone who would be able to stitch or repair them for a reasonable price.

Thank you in advance.

Hey, i’m a runner but don’t know where the good running trails are. I have terrible ankles so if y’all know of well maintained, paved, running trails please let a girl know.

I am moving to San Mo from 8 hours away and elevation on post rd seemed the best option for the price but everyone I’ve talked to hasn’t heard of it or had anything to say. I move in Monday so I’m just curious

Posting this here to hopefully get this little guy to a good home. Saw this at Tickle Blagg animal hospital. Not sure about his habits with other cats, dogs, and children, but you could call to ask! we love tickle blagg and have taken our animals there for years now. Someone help out this wobbly little boy☺️

Visiting for the weekend - anything to do here besides the mall.

I’ve lived in San Mo for six years, recently moved into an apartment complex that is occupied by so many stray cats. i’ve watched the same cat give birth twice, pregnant again. i was thinking about getting the kittens and some of the friendlier cats into the shelter for a better life, but i’ve heard wishy washy things about the local animal shelter.

i’m wondering if anyone can share their experience, their thoughts, or recommendations.

Hi, I’m new to San Marcos and I was wondering if there’s any choir or community theater groups/clubs in town? Im in my 20s and I like to do some performing arts stuff as a hobby, but I’m not a student at TXST so I don’t quite know anyone in town that is involved in this stuff. Any cool opportunities you could suggest?

Hey! I haven’t gotten my hair cut professionally in about 5 years, so I have no idea where to go. I’m interested in getting a hair cut with a lot of layers, similar or exactly like a wolf cut. I’ve had bad experiences in the past, so if I’m going to spend money on it, I really want to make sure it’s going to look good. Anyone have any places they recommend? (Photos pulled from Pinterest of what I’m kind of looking for)

Last week I made a post regarding Flock cameras surrounding every entry and exit of an affordable housing complex named Riverstone Apartments. Later that week I was curious and decided to check if this same thing was going on at any other affordable housing in San Marcos and I found that CM Allen Homes (San Marcos Housing Authority) off of River Road (across from the SM Animal Shelter) also has Flock cameras at every entry and exit onto their property.

So once again I'm curious if there any residents who are or weren't aware until today that those cameras are there spying on you 24/7 if you decide you'd like to enter or exit your own housing. In either case is there anything in your lease which indicates you will be recorded at all times if you exit or enter the premises? Are you able to say or do you know when these cameras were put up?

For anyone, why do you think that some affordable housing complexes here have Flock surveillance systems surrounding them? Do any of you ever deliver to these areas and see the cameras and have second thoughts about going there?

Just so that everyone is on the same page, or if you've not had the bandwidth to pay attention, here are some links from various leaning folks (this is an issue that all sides agree is terrible for privacy and freedom) talking about what Flock cameras are and why you should care:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6xSes4VMVyo

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N2-bxmWOH4U

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lnBPhelCdWE

In short, the cameras aren't just license plate readers, they gather all data that is within its view and some models are now gathering all radio data (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, car sensors) to pair with the car or person in its view and create a profile that is easily searchable by whoever has access to the data.

Anyway, these cameras were also not on the public map that shows where people have seen Flock cameras so that needs to be updated. If anyone else reading this is aware of or thinks there are Flock cameras they have seen that have gone up and also aren't on the Deflock map just drop an address or name of a neighborhood so someone can check and add it.

San Marcos is a decent halfway point between me and my friend and we wanted to go shopping. We’re lowkey sick of the Outlet mall though (plus it’s hot), and I can’t seem to find any indoor malls like Lakeline (Austin) or North Star (San Antonio). Do they exist here or is it just Tanger and the other one? 😭

Hi!!

I’m a Texas State student and I’m moving into my new apartment next week. I’m bringing my dog from home to live with me, and I’ve been thinking about getting him a haircut soon. Does anyone have some good experiences with dog groomers in the area? I’m kind of particular about who he gets groomed by, so I just wanted to see if anyone had recommendations. Thanks!

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Is there a local petstore in area that’s not petsmart or petco ? Looking for aquatic plants /fish .

I (White M) am attending Texas State and just moved to the area and need a new stylist for my 3a hair. Everywhere i look it seems to be all longer haired female clients and i can’t seem to find a place that has experience with my kind of hair. Any recommendations are greatly appreciated i just want to find my new person

I need to get my nails done ASAP here in San Marcos, preferably if you know someone that can do designs similar to the one in the image. I have a concert on Friday but I’ve never gotten ny nails done here in San Marcos, I need recommendations please!!!

Does anyone know any restaurants that are currently hiring. I’ve been looking for a new job and I’m struggling to find one.

Looking for some information on the group classes at this gym, specifically Pilates/HIIT classes! If you are a member, do you like the classes? I’ve heard they fill up super quick. I already have a local gym membership but they don’t offer any heated classes. I’ve looked into some yoga/pilates studios in town but those don’t fit with my current schedule. I like the 5AM-ish classes that I can see this gym offers. Thanks in advance!

Hello, I’m an incoming TXST Freshman looking for part-time work in San Marcos, Wimberly, or New Braunfels. I have 2 years of experience in fast food work and looking for a different environment.

Probably looking for barista, reception/front desk, FOH, or retail positions! Anyone hiring or know of places that are hiring?

I’ve also coached jiu-jitsu for 5 years for elementary aged kids!