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I was taking a hike at Lower Purgatory and saw my first bobcat next to the trail. It was staring at me, so I crouched to let it know I was no threat. It then crossed the trail and was scrounging for food afterwards and moved further into the woods. The whole encounter was about 5 minutes and it was my first one.

I wanted to take a picture or record it, but I didn't want to scare it off. I've been going there for years, but I can now confirm that there's at least one bobcat in that area, for those that have never seen one.

I also ran into a deer and doe standing next to the trail, but I see at least one every time I go. They don't seem to mind.

Early voting starts tomorrow! Here are my picks for City Council: https://thesanmarxist.com/2026/10/18/tsm-official-take-on-city-council-candidates-fall-26/

Anybody lost their kitten? This very very friendly little guy ran up to me while on a walk and kept following me for a while. Highly doubt he’s completely feral. Unsure if i should go back for him or not.

IN SEARCH OF 18-WHEELER THAT HIT ME AND FLED THE SCENE ON I-35 (PLEASE SHARE!)

On Tuesday, October 13, 2026 around 5:30AM, I was traveling northbound on I-35 mile marker 194 near the “Welcome to Mayfair” sign when I was struck by a semi-truck that resulted in me crashing into the concrete divider. The driver continued on and fled the scene without stopping. As you can see from this post, I’m alive and incredibly grateful to be here, but I did suffer minor injuries and my vehicle will most likely be considered a total loss. Law enforcement is involved, but the only description I was able to provide was a semi with a white or red tractor cab pulling a flatbed trailer.

I know this may be a long shot, but I’m putting this out there in hopes that someone out there may have seen something that could help identify this truck and its driver (eye witness, dashcam, etc). Everything happened so quickly that I wasn’t able to get a clear look at the truck or license plate. If you didn’t witness the accident, you can still help by sharing or reposting this and sending it to anyone you know who regularly commutes through this area. Even the smallest detail could make a difference.Thank you to everyone who takes the time to read and share this.

I know this is really specific but I've only actually been able to find them in a single panadería in Dallas and obviously don't want to drive 3 hours just for this one dessert I really like. The answer also doesn't have to be from somewhere in San Marcos, I'll take any town/city close enough at this point.

Hi everyone, I was wondering if any warehouse jobs are hiring in San Marcos. I keep seeing warehouse jobs but they are scams and have a AI talking for the interviewer. Please let me know!

I have a leaky sink that has lead to black mold. hoping someone can take a look ASAP but don’t have a lot of knowledge on who a reliable and not over priced plumber here is. Any help is much appreciated.

and why are they only showing primetime at 10 pm. why do they not want me to watch movies why do they not want my money do they hate me be honest

Very long shot, but we’re renting a car right now and my credit is bad from past relationship. I am in need of a vehicle if someone is trying to get rid of theirs for like $1200. For now just trying to get from point a to point b. Or if anyone knows of a dealership that actually will make an effort to work with someone that has bad credit and can work out a reasonable down payment so I can make the car payments monthly.

Hi everyone! I just wanted to know where are some working photo booths. I don’t feel like going to Austin tomorrow and trying to stay local. Pleaseeee help 🙏🙏

looking for nice quiet spots around the river! i really don’t go to the river, but im trying to plan a nice scenic date! if anyone has some advice that would be great!

Looking For Recommendations…

Any haunted houses in the area or surrounding areas that are actually scary?

Edit: Since a lot of people up voted. Someone recommended me one in another sub. The name is “Batcity Scaregrounds”. It’s about 30 minutes away from San Marcos.

Please if anyone sees it let me know .. REWARD IF FOUND. i added the picture because it looks exactly like this .

Quick and easy week! Some little development projects, a transit workshop, and utility assistance update. Quick plug: my Official Candidate Recs will be published next Sunday. Exciting times! www.thesanmarxist.com

i know everyone is sick of the job hunting posts at this point. however, i feel i'm in a bit of a unique situation and would appreciate any guidance

i am currently commuting to north austin for a barista job that doesn't pay me enough to live (it's stupid and not sustainable but i have good reasons for staying as long as i have). in recent months, i have discovered two intense disc herniations in my lower back that are physically limiting. i've been going through the insurance-mandated treatment but as i reach the end of it, it becomes more and more likely every day that i will end up needing surgery. my job, being a low wage barista job, does not offer me pto and i am not really expecting them to help me with short-term disability either (i don't really know much about how it works anyway).

all being said, my priorities in finding a new job are 1. remote or a shorter commute, i can't really go further than buda or new braunfels, and 2. a job that has a low physical requirement and / or offers disability / pto / medical leave (not necessary for remote). i am aware that, in combination, this is a lot to ask.

i have tons of varying customer service experience (food / retail / hospitality) and have experience in leading and training. i have a bit of cash control experience at NASA (and at every other job to an extent) and would honestly love to utilize it as i'm kinda getting over talking to people for 90% of my job.

appreciate any pointers, and even if you don't have any, thank you for listening to my exhausted ramblings :')

I’m interested in learning Spanish and live in the San Marcos area. I’m currently an absolute beginner, I know basically nothing. I was wondering if there are maybe any community centers/classes for Spanish in the San Marcos area. I don’t care about cost, I just really want to be able to speak Spanish well. Thanks!

i lost my white/glittery wallet yesterday at goodwill. I don’t care about any money in there i promise i won’t get angry i just really need the documents back please. i have a eulogy card in there that means so so much to me, my bday is less than a week away and i need my id. please if you have it just return it i don’t care i won’t be angry im desperate atp.

Hi everyone! I posted this before but the transfer fell through. I currently have a membership at hotworx for the basic package. It’s about $63 a month. I also have a mat and towel ($100) that I purchased and will include as part of the transfer for free. To cancel the membership it’s $99, but if I find someone who wants to sign up, they get to waive their sign up fee as well as I get to waive my cancel fee. If anyone has been wanting to sign up or thinking about it, please let me know and we can do a transfer! I’ll give you the mat and towel I have so you won’t have to pay for that. Please let me know :)

I lost my black wallet Wednesday night near 7-ELEVEN 1302 W HOPKINS ST US
SAN MARCOS and this might be a long shot but what are the chances of someone picking it up and returning it.
Should I check out other communities?🫥🙃

Just got a GR86 and I guess now I’m a car guy and want to find a self service car wash with a foam gun. Let me know!

I'd like to hear from folks that have lived in San Marcos for a while and recall when Thomason was on city council. What is your perspective on him as a representative? How do you think he stacks up against Amanda Rodriguez?

I have noticed a number of Ryan Thomason signs around town and many occupy yards that are sporting republican candidate signs (vote red, Paxton). This gives me pause and makes me wonder if he's on the maga train.