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Fatal Motorcycle Crash on Highway 211 Near Government Canyon State Area Under Investigation
A deadly accident claimed the life of a motorcyclist early yesterday morning on Highway 211, located in the vicinity of Government Canyon State Natural Area. As reported by FOX San Antonio, the motorcyclist, who has yet to be identified by authorities, was reportedly traveling at a high speed when they lost control of their vehicle, leading to a fatal crash.
SAPD: Southeast Side convenience store robbed, suspect arrested
SAN ANTONIO (KTSA News) — The San Antonio Police Department thinks it has the person responsible for a robbery at a convenience store on Saturday. Officers were called to 1900 block of Dollarhide Avenue shortly after 11:15 p.m. They were told the suspect had been wearing a ski mask before walking behind the counter, pulling a knife, and then taking numerous items before running off.
San Antonio Firefighters Subdue Blaze at Construction Site, Arson Investigation Underway
San Antonio's Southwest side witnessed an eruption of flames earlier today as firefighters were called to a residential structure in the throes of construction at 5950 Kim Valley Dr. According to KENS5, the fire department arrived swiftly after midnight to confront the blaze that had seized the property's roof. Despite...
Science & Medicine: Exercise affects men and women differently
Exercise impacts men and women differently. That’s one of the conclusions of a study published in early May in “Nature” that used data gathered at UT Health San Antonio. It’s part of a nationwide, multi-site study on exercise and the human body. Blake Rasmussen heads the San Antonio site of the Molecular Transducers of Physical Activity Consortium, known as MoTrPAC.
Woman Crashes Car Into San Antonio Apartment Complex After Leg Cramp Causes Unintended Acceleration
On a seemingly serene Saturday afternoon, a routine drive turned disruptive when a woman found her car crashing into a north-side San Antonio apartment complex. The incident, reported by KENS 5, occurred around 3:30 p.m. at the 11500 block of Vance Jackson, where local law enforcement was dispatched following calls of the collision.
19% Boost in Fresh Produce Sales: San Antonio’s Double Up Food Bucks – Check it Out!
Positive Impact on Food Security and Local Producers. According to San Antonio Report, San Antonio’s Chicho Boys Fruit Market has become the first store in the city to join the Double Up Food Bucks program which is a USDA-funded initiative doubling Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits for fruits and vegetables. The Double Up Food Bucks program which requires no enrollment or special requests automatically applies a 50% discount at the register when customers use their SNAP cards. Venessa Garcia has a lot to gain from this. Her latest shopping trip would have normally cost more than $70 yet she only spent slightly more than $22. She puts her $100 monthly savings toward bills and other needs such as gas. Jamie Gonzalez-Stevens the president of the Food Policy Council of San Antonio and the coordinator of community involvement for Chicho Boys has emphasized the importance of the Double Up Food Bucks program.
Centennial Celebration, Camp Founder Girls Marks 100 Years of Cultivating 'Black Girl Magic' in San Antonio
Some things never go out of style, like the perseverance displayed by Mattie Wilson Landry when she founded Camp Founder Girls in 1924 after facing racial exclusion, a powerful moment in San Antonio's history that's still inspiring today, 100 years later. As San Antonio Report details, this significant anniversary marks a century of what's fondly been dubbed 'Black girl magic,' a term that encapsulates the successes and the vibrant spirit of Black women and girls who have been part of the camp's legacy.
Teenager missing after argument with guardian
SAN ANTONIO - A 15-year-old girl, Kaniesa Perez, has been reported missing after an argument with her guardian. The Bexar County Sheriff's Office is seeking the public's assistance in locating Kaniesa Perez, who was last seen on July 6, 2024, near the 15000 block of Cardamom Cove in Von Ormy, Texas.
Gary Job Corps students assist Sunrise Village Retirement Community
, , Operated by the Southside Community Center, Sunrise Village Retirement Center is an affordable senior community in San Marcos. Southside Community Center Director said that, “The Gary Job Corps Center is a wonderful partner, assisting with building projects, volunteering for ‘World Homeless Day’ activities, serving residents and having student interns through the Work-Based Learning Program as projects came up.” For over 20 years, Gary Job Corps students in the construction trades have been involved with projects in the Central Texas Area, including the community center in Redwood, classroom building at the Burke Center for Youth in Driftwood, the walking and jogging trail around Christus Santa Rosa Hospital in San Marcos, the ADA ramp at Martindale City Hall, numerous projects for Parks and Recreation and the City of San Marcos as well as the outdoor patio for AMVETS in Kyle.
Seasons of Science helps teach about recycling
, , Certain types of plastic don’t recycle well. In fact, that is true of many types of plastic. The Seasons of Science event hosted by Texas State University’s Daniel-Bucklin Biology Education Research Group sought to teach children about plastics and show them some fun ways to re-use the types that don’t recycle well. One of the activities allowed children to color on plastic and then heat it up so it would shrink into what was transformed into a button for a shirt. “It is a fully free, family- friendly activity where we are promoting science and biology education within our communities,”...
Austin Humane Society aids coastal shelters, seeks help as Hurricane Beryl nears
AUSTIN, Texas — The Austin Humane Society is supporting shelters along the Texas coast, as Texans brace themselves for the landfall of Hurricane Beryl. AHS activated its Emergency Pet Shelter Saturday. The humane society evacuated 96 shelter animals so far from a shelter in the track forecast zone and...
Longhorn Legend shines brightly across the pond, Lulu Sun in quarterfinals at Wimbledon
On Sunday, yet another former Texas Longhorn star made international headlines as tennis player Lulu Sun defeated Great Britain’s Emma Raducanu in the Round of 16 at Wimbledon. Sun, who is from New Zealand and was raised in Switzerland before attending the University of Texas, entered the tournament unseeded...
Massive SEC Matchup Named College Football’s Must-See Game In 2024
The Texas Longhorns and Oklahoma Sooners officially joined the SEC on July 1. Texas ended things in the Big 12 on a high note by claiming the title over the Oklahoma State Cowboys. However, this year, the Longhorns will face an SEC powerhouse as a new conference member. A critical SEC ...
The Spurs are quietly winning free agency
The San Antonio Spurs are a rebuilding team. Every move they make is centered around maximizing Victor Wembanyama's prime years, which remain in the distant future. That's a difficult balancing act. As a franchise, you want to improve every season. The quicker Wembanyama can start getting postseason reps, the better. Yet, you still have to crawl before you walk and walk before you run. Since the free-agency period opened on June 30, the Spurs have quietly positioned themselves to make immediate improvements while adding flexibility toward the end of the decade. Chris Paul's addition will ensure Wembanyama has a Hall of Fame talent...
First-Ever Buc-ee’s Store in Texas Goes Up in Flames
A fire broke out Monday morning at the first-ever Buc-ee's store in Luling, Texas. The travel center store, which was built in 2003, was severely damaged by the fire Monday morning. The good news is the building was not occupied as a new store was built in the area, thus...
New Austin Super Tower Will Be The Tallest Building in Texas by 20 Feet
"Everything is bigger in Texas." Yeah, we're all familiar with that ol' Chesnut. Maybe a new saying should be "Everything gets bigger and bigger in Texas." Soon Austin, TX, will be home to the tallest building in the state. Currently, the tallest building in Austin is The Independent and the...
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