The last episode of the San Marcos Scoop is here, and for the finale, Exsar reflected on his time in the city, talking about challenges that San Marcos will face in the future. Thank you to everyone who has listened to the show for the past year. Your support has made all of this possible. This isn't goodbye but see you soon. Thanks for everything, San Marcos! Peace.

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Reflecting on my time in San Marcos

This week on the San Marcos Scoop, Exsar was joined by San Marcos Planning & Zoning Commissioner Gabrielle Moore to discuss zoning, downtown density, housing supply and other key issues here in San Marcos. Moore is an avid biker and always brainstorming ways San Martians can be better stewards of our environment through smart planning and growth. Support the show: Patreon.com/SanMarcosScoop

An interview with Planning & Zoning Commissioner Gabrielle Moore

Exsar and Scott are back in the studio and ready to tackle a new week in San Marcos politics. This week's episode was filled with discussion about historic preservation. Are the city council and historic preservation commission trying to force the designation of historic structures in light of the demolition of the San Marcos Telephone Co. building? The 2019 city council elections are right around the corner. Who will we see run for office? Lastly, local immigrant activist organization Mano Amiga hosting a candlelight vigil on June 12, calling for the end of inhumane conditions reported at detention centers across the state. Support the show: Patreon.com/SanMarcosScoop

Inside Scoop: Too much historic preservation? Mano Amiga hosts vigil on detention crisis

Despite an overpopulated jail that is costing the county millions to outsource prisoners, Hays County District Attorney Wes Mau said the county will continue to prosecute possession of marijuana. But does Texas need to take a different approach in regards to how we prosecute minor offenders? And what does the DA's statement mean for the rest of the criminal justice system? In 2017, county records indicate marijuana possession was the leading charge with over 800 arrests. Critics point to these numbers as hard evidence that taking a different approach to marijuana possession may relieve some of the pressures on the jail and court system. Joining Exsar on the San Marcos Scoop was Karen Munoz and Joe Ptak. Munoz is the co-founder of Mano Amiga, criminal justice and immigration rights activists group and Ptak is a local expert in the criminal justice system. Together, the trio discussed how changing the paradigm on marijuana offenders could help save the taxpayers millions while potentially saving the lives of thousands of people. Support the show: Patreon.com/SanMarcosScoop Links: http://www.fox7austin.com/news/local-news/hays-county-will-continue-prosecuting-marijuana-cases-despite-new-hemp-law-1 https://www.facebook.com/ManoAmigaSM/

Hays County will continue to prosecute marijuana possession, sparking community outcry

Dr. Peter Tschirhart, the associate dean for the Honors College at Texas State University, is an avid biker here is in San Marcos. For Tschirhart, San Marcos could be a hub for a walkable, bikeable, densely populated city that could better the health of the citizens of San Marcos. But how do we get there? This week on the show, Exsar and Peter discussed the city's transportation, zoning, density and the relationship with Texas State University. Support the show: Patreon.com/SanMarcosScoop

A conversation about transportation with the Associate Dean of the Honors College at TXST

Welcome back to another episode of the Inside Scoop. This week, Scott is back from Seattle and ready to talk about a plethora of topics here in San Marcos. On the show, Exsar and Scott discussed the future of historic preservation in the city of San Marcos after a new proposed ordinance looks to crack down on historic buildings. Support the show: Patreon.com/SanMarcosScoop

Inside Scoop: The future of historic preservation and development in San Marcos

On Tuesday, a Travis County Judge dismissed a lawsuit by Hays County in the fight against Kinder Morgan's 420-mile natural gas pipeline. But is the fight just beginning, or will Kinder Morgan build their pipeline straight through Hays County? On this week's episode of the San Marcos Scoop, Hays County Commissioner Lon Shell gave an update on the situation with Kinder Morgan. Support the show: Patreon.com/SanMarcosScoop

Travis County Judge rules in favor of Kinder Morgan in lawsuit with Hays County

The season finale of Scoop Sports Season 1 is here. Gus and Javi take some time to reflect on their first season as podcast hosts and look ahead to what will come in Season 2. On this week's episode, the duo finished the season by discussion who should win the best player awards in the NBA. Thank you to everyone for the support this season, and we'll be back soon to kickoff the NFL season.

Scoop Sports: The final episode of Scoop Sports season 1 and who are the NBA MVP's?

This week on The Inside Scoop, Exsar and Kim Porterfield, yes, THE Kim Porterfield, discussed a myriad of housing projects around the city. Kim is filling in for Scott, who is currently enjoying his vacation in Seattle. Here is today's agenda: -San Marcos City Council postpones a decision on a downtown 5-story student housing development. -The San Marcos Telephone Company was demolished this week, sparking community-wide outcry. -What is the sentiment around students in San Marcos like today? Thanks for tuning in, and we'll see you next week.

Inside Scoop: The San Marcos Telephone Company no longer exists

Addressing public school finance reform was a key priority for lawmaker's this legislative session. On June 11, Governor Greg Abbott signed HB 3, which sets aside $11.6 billion for public schools and property tax relief. How will this bill affect the San Marcos Consolidated Independent School District, and what challenges does the district still face despite the bill? How does the housing market in San Marcos also affect funding for the district? This week on the San Marcos Scoop, Exsar sat with SMCISD Trustee Miguel Arredondo to discuss the implications of HB 3. Support the show: Patreon.com/SanMarcosScoop

How the school finance bill, HB 3, will impact SMCISD

This week on Scoop Sports, Gus and Javi were joined by their good friend Xavier to discuss the result of the NBA Finals. But now that the Toronto Raptors are champions, what will be in store for the next NBA season? Scoop Sports, every Tuesday.

Toronto are champions, but what's in store for the next NBA season?

This week on the San Marcos Scoop, Exsar sat with Dr. Thomas Larsen, lecturer and research associate with the Department of Geography at Texas State University. Dr. Larsen is also a member of Move SM, a group of individuals who are looking to serve the city as an informal transportation advisory board. On this week's episode, the duo discussed the initiatives of Move SM and their vision for San Marcos. Support the show: Patreon.com/SanMarcosScoop

Move SM on a vision zero for San Marcos

Apologies for the delay with the episode, but Gus and Javi are back from out of town and ready to talk about the NBA Finals. Despite the heartbreaking injury for Kevin Durant, can the Warriors win the finals? The duo reacts to Game 5. Scoop Sports, every Tuesday.

Scoop Sports: Can the Golden State Warriors make the comeback?

Happy Monday San Martians and welcome to another episode of the Inside Scoop. This week, Exsar and Scott kept the show short but discussed some key topics in San Marcos. Here is the agenda below: -The Mural Arts Program Committee does not exist after city council decision. -Will the city council approve the student development that was denied by the Planning & Zoning Commission last week? -Hybrid voting machines, which keep a physical and electronic tab of your vote, may soon make a splash in the next election. -Former Gubernatorial candidate and state senator Wendy Davis may run for a congressional seat representing Hays County. -Rep. Erin Zwiener filed over 50 bills during her first session in office. Wow! Thanks for tuning in! We'll see you next week.

Inside Scoop: hybrid voting machines will soon come to a ballot near you

Murals have become an essential component of the culture in San Marcos, banding together artists, residents and university students alike for the appreciation of art. But could the future of our murals be at stake? On June 4, the San Marcos City Council quietly disbanded the Mural Arts Program Committee, subsequently transferring the responsibility of the committee to the Arts Commission. The decision has not sat well with those who helped form the Mural Arts Program Committee, a key body of members responsible for establishing the nearly 30 murals around San Marcos. Former Mayor and founding member of the Mural Arts Program Committee John Thomaides sat down with Exsar to discuss the decision by the council. For Thomaides, the decision could have dire implications for future murals. Support the show: Patreon.com/SanMarcosScoop

The Mural Arts Program Committee no longer exists

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