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Austin Residents Face Potential Gas Bill Increase, Cities Push Back Against Texas Gas Service's Proposed Hike
A proposed rate hike by the Texas Gas Service (TGS) may soon lead to increased utility bills for some residents in the Austin area. According to a Community Impact report, the increases, intended to take effect on July 8, were suspended by several cities—including West Lake Hills, Bee Cave, and Pflugerville—for 90 days. They are currently contesting the hike, voicing concerns about the potential financial strain on citizens.
Devine VFW $1,000 Pull Tab Bingo Aug. 1 and BBQ plate sale
Devine VFW Post 3966 charity bingo will have a $1000 pull tab bingo Thursday, August 1, 2024. The $10 tickets will be first come, first serve. Multiple pull tabs may be purchased. If attendance is over 100 players, the jackpots for regular Bingo will be raised $100 (to $300 and $600). There may be more than one $1000 pull tab if participation supports it.
Self-driving trucks, drone-like air buses, and freeway EV stations discussed by techies in San Antonio
Leading edge technologies were showcased this week at a tech gathering attended by state and commercial transportation experts in San Antonio. The 2024 Texas Innovation Invitational ended on Wednesday at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center and the Grand Hyatt Riverwalk. Imagine drone-like, low-altitude air buses that could transport commuters...
Former Texas State Coach Manny Matsakis: Bold Tactics and Lasting Impact Despite Short Tenure
SAN MARCOS — Manny Matsakis, Texas State University’s head coach in 2003, was instrumental in the university’s rebranding and logo redesign and developed 27 players who went on to the NFL. Known for his unconventional tactics, Matsakis led Emporia State to national prominence by leading the nation...
Summer Night City: Wezmer & Vintage Pictures
Thursday, June 13 was our second Summer Night City event of the season with performances by Wezmer and Vintage Pictures. Summer Night City is TPR's live, free concert series hosted every Thursday night in June and July. Each week, two artists take the stage and play for the community, accompanied by food trucks, drinks, and local vendors from Last Chance Market. Catch our future Summer Night City performances at TPR Headquarters, located at 321 W. Commerce in the heart of San Antonio.
San Antonio Food Bank expects drop in volunteers in August, calls for additional help
SAN ANTONIO – The San Antonio Food Bank said they often see fewer volunteers in August and are calling for extra support. “As summer wraps up and kids go back to school, families are focused on lots of things and definitely not focused on volunteering and we feel a dip here at the San Antonio Food Bank. It’s tough to get stuff done, because of few volunteers,” Eric Cooper, president and CEO of the San Antonio Food Bank said.
Celebrate 808 Day on August 8th with Performances by Hip Hop Artist
Celebrate 808 Day at Stable Hall with Hip Hop Artist Mike Dimes & Goldie Awards World Champion DJ Buck Rodgers. Mike Dimes & DJ Buck Rodgers Celebrate 808 Day at Stable Hall on August 8th. Admission:. Ticketed & All Ages – $27 advance / $30 day-of-show. Ticket Link:. ·...
Authorities ID man hit, killed by 18-wheeler on Loop 410 on Southeast Side
SAN ANTONIO – A man who was fatally struck by an 18-wheeler on Loop 410 on the Southeast Side has been identified by the Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office. Hector Reyna, 62, was struck just before 11 a.m. Wednesday on the southbound lanes of Southeast Loop 410 near Via De Ventura and Alma, just past Rigsby Avenue, authorities said.
San Antonio hospital thrives in U.S. News ranking across Texas
San Antonio's Methodist Hospital has accomplished a healthy reputation as the No. 1 best hospital in the city, and No. 18 in Texas. It ties for No. 18 with Houston's Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center and Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital in Fort Worth. The accolade appears in U.S....
Spurs are on the verge of making a hard-headed mistake this offseason
There’s no doubt among Silver and Black nation that the Spurs have done well with this rebuild. It’s taking longer than some of the more impatient fans would like, and there’s nothing wrong with clamoring for success in San Antonio. After all, five championships in 15 years makes the impatience understandable, but the rebuild has been a complete overhaul and will pay off in the long run. It already is.
Everything we saw as Zach Bryan played San Antonio's Frost Bank Center on Tuesday
Red Dirt country troubadour Zach Bryan performed Tuesday night at San Antonio's Frost Bank Center — his first of two nights playing the arena. Fans came out in force to hear the singer-songwriter's heartfelt anthems delivered with an undercurrent of heartland rock. Matt Maeson and Levi Turner opened the show.
Mission Day Spa entrepreneurs branch out
, Wimberley’s Mission Day Spa is branching out by offering wouldbe spa owners the opportunity to franchise with them. The business is owned by Jesseca Zollars Smith and her husband, “Chip.” With extensive backgrounds in the beauty and crane industries, respectively, they combined their energies, expertise and considerable personal grit to open the spa at the junction of RR 12 and Highway 32 on the outskirts of Wimberley. Jesseca began working in the beauty and wellness world at 17 as a cosmetics consultant and makeup artist. At 23 she opened her first spa, and from 1998 to 2008 she co-created and...
“Along Came Kinky” documentary pays homage to Friedman
In a fitting homage to Kinky Friedman who passed away on June 27, the First Tuesday SMTX Film Series presents the documentary, “Along Came Kinky … Texas Jewboy for Governor,” August 6 at the Price Center in San Marcos. The documentary by David Hartstein follows the 2006 independent gubernatorial campaign in Texas of Friedman, who, with no political experience, famously campaigned with the slogan, “Why the hell not?” Outspoken, satirical, provocative and proudly offensive, Friedman had already reached iconic status with his band, The Texas Jewboys, when he ran against incumbent Rick Perry and found himself in a rare fiveway race for...
Riffs, Roams and Raves: A Weekly Column
, , , , Riffs, Roams and Raves uncovers the creative, noteworthy and accomplished in the Wimberley Valley and beyond with tips on who to hear, where to go and what to see from managing editor Teresa Kendrick. I hate to keep repeating myself, but the Stars Over Wimberley performance last week of Jessee Lee and Chuck Cannon was another home run for Wimberleyarts. org. Lee, a fast rising singer-songwriter, opened the two-plus hour concert with a short set before Cannon took the stage. Jessee, “with the double e,” kicked off her performance with the priceless “You’re Gonna Be Your Momma” from...
THURSDAY NIGHT LIGHTS SCHOLAR ATHLETE OF THE YEAR
WOAI/KABB / THE CW35 THURSDAY NIGHT LIGHTS SCHOLAR ATHLETE OF THE YEAR. Contest: WOAI/KABB / The CW35 Thursday Night Lights Scholar Athlete of the Year. Station: San Antonio Television, LLC dba WOAI and KABB. Station Address: WOAI/KABB, 4335 NW Loop 410, San Antonio, Texas 78229. Contest Area: San Antonio Viewing...
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