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Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance Center’s July Civilian in the Spotlight
NORFOLK, Va. — This month, Mid-Atlantic Regional Maintenance (MARMC) Center recognizes an Elkhart, Indiana native, Steven ‘Toby’ Kondzella. As Project Manager (PM) for USS San Antonio (LPD 17), Kondzella is being recognized for overcoming significant setbacks during San Antonio’s Selected Restricted Availability (SRA). “The biggest challenge...
Reports of robbery cause heavy police presence at bank in Schertz, suspect in custody
SCHERTZ, Texas — The San Antonio Police Department responded to a bank in Schertz after getting calls about a possible robbery taking place. Around 3 p.m. on Thursday, SAPD responded to the Randolph Brooks Federal Credit Union located at 4980 FM 3009 after receiving reports of a possible robbery.
1 killed, 1 injured in one-vehicle crash on Northeast Side
SAN ANTONIO – One person was killed and another was injured in a one-vehicle crash Thursday afternoon on the Northeast Side. San Antonio police said the driver of a flatbed truck was traveling west on Loop 1604 when the vehicle hydroplaned, hit a sign and rolled over. The driver...
SAISD Foundation, donors distribute dorm room supplies to recent HS graduates
SAN ANTONIO – The San Antonio Independent School District and several donors partnered to donate school supplies to recent high school graduates. The SAISD Foundation — the district’s nonprofit public charity — exists to expand and encourage success for new graduates, according to a press release from the group.
Hot Energy Coming to Civic Park
As the end of summer draws near, there are only two more opportunities to dance the night away at Hemisfair Civic Park for Sound Cream Sunset Sessions. The free, weekly dance parties and DJ showcases at Hemisfair Civic Park continue 7:30 to 10:30p.m. each Thursday in July and end July 25. Visitors can spend family time on the Great Lawn, cool off in the springs or shop local at the Texas Market, all while listening to tunes provided by DJs from across Texas.
San Antonio Film Festival to celebrate 30th anniversary with six-day event
SAN ANTONIO - The San Antonio Film Festival is upon us, with tickets now on sale as it celebrates its 30th anniversary. The nonprofit SAFILM-San Antonio Film Festival runs from July 30 to Aug. 4. It will offer live performances, interactive experiences, after-parties, and over 200 film screenings. Ticket pricing...
Vote for top WR in Corpus Christi area entering 2024 Texas high school football season
Who is the Coastal Bend's top receiver entering the 2024 Texas high school football season? The Caller-Times released a list of five receivers to watch this week and now it is your turn to vote. Make your selection of the Corpus Christi area's best receiver and be sure to read...
Morgans Fully Inclusive Salon Is Now Open
Morgans is all about inclusion, and they have added another way for people of all abilities to enjoy their space. The fully inclusive Morgans Salon is now open, and Alondra stopped by for a sneak peek. Morgan’s Salon. 5210 Thousand Oaks Dr. Inside Morgan’s MAC. (830) 286-3373. IG:...
Councilmember Teri Castillo announces housing policies to spur affordable housing development
San Antonio District 5 Councilmember Teri Castillo announced two new city housing policies during a press conference on Wednesday that she said would increase the amount of deeply affordable housing stock in San Antonio. The Community Land Trust (CLT) Tiered Affordability and Stay SA policies would tackle new affordable housing...
MAP: 19,000 cars were reported stolen in San Antonio over 12 months. See where in searchable database.
SAN ANTONIO – Nearly 19,000 car thefts were reported to San Antonio police over a 12-month period, according to records obtained and analyzed by KSAT. The thefts are so widespread that mapping one year of them covers the entire city of San Antonio, from Stone Oak to Brooks City Base and from La Cantera to The Forum.
Uvalde CISD Principals Sandra Gonzalez, Hector Lopez and Patricia Merlos to attend Harvard University’s prestigious training program
Harvard University’s prestigious training through the Raising School Leaders program. – Cohort includes 30 school leaders from across Texas – AUSTIN, TX (July 16, 2024) – The Charles Butt Foundation, a non-profit pursuing a more equitable and prosperous future for all Texans through education and community partnerships, has selected Sandra Gonzales of Batesville School, Hector Lopez of Crossroads Academy High School, and Patricia Merlos of Morales Junior High School as one of 30 principals from traditional and charter school districts across Texas to attend a weeklong summer institute at the Principals’ Center at the Harvard Graduate School of Education.
San Antonio attorney cleared of criminal wrongdoing after series of dismissals
SAN ANTONIO – A San Antonio attorney arrested three times in 11 months has been cleared of criminal wrongdoing after a series of dismissals in his cases, court records provided by the attorney and gathered by KSAT show. Jonathan Perez faced charges ranging from continuous violence against a family...
Inaugural UTA Athletics Roadshow Set for Late August
The inaugural UTA Athletics Roadshow is set to take place statewide during the final week of August. Director of Athletics Jon Fagg, select head coaches, members of the UTA Athletics department and campus staff will travel to Austin, Houston, San Antonio and Waco from August 26-29 – allowing UTA alumni and members of these communities to connect with UTA Athletics in a new and engaging way.
Voelcker Biomedical Research Academy welcomes 15th cohort of high-schoolers for hands-on research
Latest $1 million donation helps eliminate barriers to success. Adriana Avendano was just a high school junior when a doctor asked her if he should recommend a hysterectomy for his patient with severe endometriosis. She was participating as a Voelcker Biomedical Research Academy scholar at UT Health San Antonio, one...
San Antonio’s first arboretum input workshop happening in August
SAN ANTONIO – A massive green space filled with trees on the city’s Southeast Side is catching the attention of locals. “I’m a teacher at South San High School. I teach environmental science and to bring the kids out here, this is amazing to have in our neighborhood,” said David Perez, San Antonio resident.
San Antonio Faces Urban Challenges, Ranked Low for Quality of Life and Seventh Dirtiest City Nationwide
San Antonio has drawn attention for its less-than-stellar rankings in two recent studies, pointing to significant urban challenges. According to a study shared by FOX San Antonio, the city ranks 436th out of 500 in terms of quality of life, based on an array of factors such as employment wages, life expectancy, and food security. Another study by LawnStarter, published by MySA, places San Antonio as the seventh dirtiest city in the nation when considering pollution and living conditions.
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