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Barry Manilow concert scheduled for Thursday at Frost Bank Center postponed
SAN ANTONIO – Singer Barry Manilow’s concert scheduled for Thursday night at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio has been postponed. According to a news release, Manilow contracted COVID-19, forcing him to reschedule three of his upcoming concerts. Manilow’s show at the Frost Bank Center has been...
Triple digit days for now, but here’s when San Antonio typically starts to see some fall-like changes
As South Texans, we know to expect heat and humidity every summer. While thankfully this summer hasn’t been nearly as hot as 2023 (which ended up breaking the record for the hottest summer ever on record in San Antonio), many people are likely starting to wonder when our first fall cold front will make its way into San Antonio.
Sage Geosystems begins construction of 3 MW geothermal storage facility for ERCOT grid
Houston-based Sage Geosystems has started construction on a 3 MW geo-pressurized geothermal energy storage system in Christine, Texas. The announcement follows a land-use agreement signed with the San Miguel Electric Cooperative Inc. (SMECI) enabling the location of the facility near an existing coal-fueled power plant. Sage will serve as merchant, buying and selling electricity to the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) grid.
Victor Wembanyama Admits Current NBA Star Was His 'Childhood Favorite'
San Antonio Spurs center and French national basketball player Victor Wembanayma recently joined M6 Info, a news station in France, where he recapped his time at the Paris Olympics. While Wembanyama spoke about the gold medal game, in which France lost to Team USA, 98-87, he was asked about ...
Uvalde Police Timid, Bungling During School Shooting, New Records Reveal
Perhaps the greatest rebuttal to calls for confidence in police is the conduct of law enforcement officers at Robb Elementary School shooting in Uvalde, Texas. There, on May 24, 2022, almost 400 cops not only stood around while a lunatic murdered children and teachers, but they prevented parents from stepping in to do what those in uniform wouldn't. Now, new reporting gives greater insight into the depths of the officers' inaction that day, and just how unwise it is to rely on them for protection.
VP Candidate J.D. Vance Courts Texas Elite with High-Dollar San Antonio Fundraiser
Republican vice presidential candidate J.D. Vance made strategic moves across Texas, landing in San Antonio on Monday for a fundraising breakfast event that commanded high-dollar donations. The event, one of three Texan fundraisers over two days, was hosted by Dennis Nixon, the CEO of Laredo-based International Bank of Commerce, as reported by My San Antonio.
Pleasanton police thwart human smuggling operation
Pleasanton police officers thwarted a potential human smuggling operation on Thursday morning as a result of a traffic stop on US-281. According to police reports, officers were patrolling the 1000 block of Second St. at around 10 a.m. when an Acura TL was observed by officers speeding above 45 miles per hour in a 35-mile-per-hour zone.
Naumenko Named 2024 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholar
Darya Naumenko from Southwest Texas College in Uvalde is one of 210 Phi Theta Kappa members named a 2024 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholar and will receive a $1,000 scholarship. The Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholarship Program helps new Phi Theta Kappa members cover educational expenses while enrolled in associate...
UTRGV ‘pipeline programs’ welcome more med students
EDINBURG, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley School of Medicine is working to get more students into medicine, in hopes their efforts can help the Valley’s doctor shortage. Medical students now have a variety of programs helping them though school. The Vaqueros Md program is one that tracks Valley high schoolers […]
'Peace, love and rock and roll' | Rich's Rock N Roll Shop closing after 38 years
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The current owners of Rich's Rock N Roll Shop announced on social media Wednesday that the store would be closing after serving the community for 38 years. Almost four decades ago, Rich Trudeau opened the the shop's doors hoping to create a haven for music...
MINISO to open at Sunrise Mall in Brownsville
BROWNSVILLE, Texas (ValleyCentral) — MINISO, a global retail store inspired by Japanese pop culture and lifestyle is coming to Sunrise Mall in Brownsville. Sunrise Mall officially announced Wednesday that MINISO is coming soon. MINISO specializes in lifestyle and pop culture items including toys, plushies, collectibles, beauty essentials, home goods, fragrances, electronics, snacks and beverages. Pop […]
Mission Housing Authority Granted $40 Million in Housing Tax Credits
MISSION- The Mission Housing Authority celebrated a major achievement by securing $40 million in Housing Tax Credits between 2023 and July 2024. The Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) awards tax credits annually in July. This significant funding will construct two new mixed-income complexes, providing 204 modern, high-quality...
Taqueria owner ‘bothered’ by Food Patrol catching and questioning violations
ALAMO, Texas (ValleyCentral) — In this week’s Food 4 Thought, the Food Patrol is heading to a taqueria in Hidalgo County with nearly two dozen violations and an owner who could not be bothered to step out of the kitchen. We surprised Ramses Tacos & Tequila located at...
Trucker claims he was “obligated” to smuggle migrants because he owed a guy drug money
A truck driver arrested for smuggling migrants told agents he had no choice because he owed a man drug money. The driver was arrested on August 6th at the Freer, Texas border checkpoint after 10 p.m. According to Laredo Morning Times, a K9 unit alerted to the possible presence of contraband inside of a tractor […] The post Trucker claims he was “obligated” to smuggle migrants because he owed a guy drug money appeared first on CDLLife.
Def Leppard, Journey and the Steve Miller Band Friday Night in the Alamo Dome, Ready?
This one has been a long time coming but finely it’s here, The Stadium tour with Def Leppard, Journey and the Steve Miller Band Friday night in the Almo Dome. I found some videos to get us ready for the show. Fan shot from Arlington earlier this week, check it out.
Couples celebrate unbreakable bonds at Laredo’s new Love Lock Bridge
LAREDO, Tex. (KGNS) - Couples are already making their mark on Laredo’s new Love Lock Bridge, attaching padlocks to celebrate their eternal love. On Monday, August 12, the City of Laredo held an inauguration ceremony for the Love Lock Bridge. The event was hosted by District 6 Council Member Dr. Tyler King and 4 Life Center.
Lady Eagles fall in five sets to Alice
A comeback bid by the Woodsboro Lady Eagles fell short in a five-set loss to the Alice Lady Coyotes on Aug. 13 at the Eagle Dome. Alice won the first two sets 25-19, 25-19 before the Lady Eagles took the next two by scores of 25-20, 25-22. The Lady Coyotes edged Woodsboro 16-14 in the decisive fifth set.
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