Melanie Salazar is a journalist based near Austin, TX. Her experience varies from writing for publications like the San Antonio Report and San Antonio Magazine to being the previous senior editor for Texas State University's chapter of Her Campus Magazine and a Lead Writing Consultant at Texas State University's Writing Center. As a journalist, she specializes in covering music, lifestyle, culture and entertainment.
‘I Just Feel a General Sense of Dread’: Texas College Students React to Presidential Debate
(SAN MARCOS, Texas) — Texas State University students were left feeling uneasy about their candidate choices after watching the presidential debate on Sept. 10.
Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump took to the national stage for their first debate.
Texas man spends $4K on signed Taylor Swift guitar, smashes it, donates it back to FFA
People spend a lot of money when it comes to Taylor Swift.
But videos of a North Texas man who spent thousands of dollars on a Swift-themed auction item have gone viral for a slightly different reason.
Victor Wembanyama, Chris Paul pair up for Spurs Media Day photos, laugh about height difference
As the San Antonio Spurs gear up for the 2024-2025 season, the team held their annual media day, providing a glimpse of the players in their uniforms and their goals for the upcoming year.
With the Spurs acquiring two NBA veterans in July (Harrison Barnes and Chris Paul), there was a lot to receive updates on.
Viral videos show just how scary Central Texas crickets can be
Texas has an array of qualities that make it an enjoyable place to live. Sure, the state has flaws like every other location — packed highways, triple-digit heat — but we love it anyway.
Non-Texans see the allure of it, too. The state saw the second-highest net migration of over 170,000 people in 2022, according to USA Today. But there is one quality that is a deal-breaker for some, leading them to second-guess their choice to move here, and it’s probably not what you think. Crickets.
Family-friendly and scary Halloween events at San Antonio Botanical Garden
Typically known for its year-round nature display and tranquil environment, the San Antonio Botanical Garden will transform this fall to celebrate the eerie, riveting holiday of Halloween.
This high school may have broken the Guinness World Record for the biggest mum in history
It’s that time of year again when extravagant, human-sized homecoming mums flood social media, both confusing non-Texans and exciting current residents.
Magnitude 2.1 earthquake recorded near Canyon Lake
A minor earthquake was reported to have shaken Canyon Lake, an unincorporated community in Comal County, on Thursday.
Inside the challenge of Austin’s dating scene: It’s not you, it’s everyone
Austin’s disappointing dating scene seems to be an ongoing joke on social media.
Countless videos of users sharing their disastrous dating experiences have been posted on TikTok in the past three months alone.
The city is partly known for its indie, eccentric, and fragmentedly spread wealthy population. It attracts a mix of people with its scenic trails, music festivals, and tech startups, so what’s going on?
Hozier draws design at San Antonio concert for fan who collects celebrity-sketched tattoos
Hozier made one lucky fan’s night by drawing a tattoo design for her at the latest stop of his “Unreal Earth Tour” on Wednesday.
The Grammy-nominated artist performed with special guest Allison Russell at The Frost Bank Center in San Antonio.
Is spotting alligators in Texas swimming spots more common than you think?
It’s a common belief, or more so a comforting thought, that because alligators usually avoid being near humans, they wouldn’t be active in frequently visited swimming spots. But is it more common than you think?
Viral video shows San Antonio transformed back in time for filming of ‘1923’
Videos showing parts of downtown San Antonio decked out in old-timey electric cars and “townsfolk” dressed in 1920s fashion have gone viral.
These aren’t early Halloween enthusiasts or a passionate crowd of festival attendees: Filming has been underway in the city for the Paramount+ “Yellowstone” prequel "1923."
New Yelp ranking deems Austin restaurant as best taco spot in Texas
From television features to five-star ratings, Austin restaurant Cuantos Tacos is yet again receiving praise for its mouthwatering tacos.
San Marcos High School lifts lockdown after no active threat found by police
A lockdown has been lifted at San Marcos High School after the San Marcos Police Department confirmed there is no active threat on the campus.
Austin Coffee Festival offers over 40 roasters, live music, learning sessions this weekend
The Austin Coffee Festival returns for its third year this weekend featuring over 40 Texas roasters and coffee in the vendor lineup. If you find yourself winding down in the evening and looking forward to tomorrow morning’s cup of coffee, this event is for you.
Pumpkin Nights returns to Austin, D-FW area in time for spooky season
October is just around the corner, but some would argue the Halloween season already has begun. Pumpkin Nights kicked off Thursday in the Austin and Dallas-Fort Worth locations.