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COMMERCE STREET: Mayor Ron Nirenberg on proposal for educating, training tens of thousands of SA workers
Breaking NewsThe mayor hopes to ask voters to approve funding in November to extend workforce development and education initiatives aimed at curbing poverty.4:44 PM CDT August 5, 2020SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio voters could weigh in this November on a proposal to redirect a one-eighth-cent sales tax portion toward workforce development and job training initiatives.City officials say around 160,000 people lost employment as a result of the pandemic, exacerbating what were problems that existed prior to 2020. The initiatives call for asking voters to devote the funding source toward...…Breaking NewsThe mayor hopes to ask voters to approve funding in November to extend workforce development and education initiatives aimed at curbing poverty.4:44 PM CDT August 5, 2020SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio voters could weigh in this November on a proposal to redirect a one-eighth-cent sales tax portion toward workforce development and job training initiatives.City officials say around 160,000 people lost employment as a result of the pandemic, exacerbating what were problems that existed prior to 2020. The initiatives call for asking voters to devote the funding source toward...WW…
Raul Jimenez Thanksgiving Dinner organizers put out the call for volunteers, donations
Breaking NewsThe Raul Jimenez Thanksgiving Dinner will shift to delivery this year to protect against the coronavirus.11:17 AM CST November 10, 2020The hall at Henry B. González Convention Center won't filled with thousands of people this year for the Raul Jimenez Thanksgiving Dinner, but the delicious meals will still be delivered to those in need.In the past, volunteers have delivered a small percentage of meals for those who can't make it out of their home, but now organizers of the Jimenez dinner say that'll triple as they hope to deliver 10,000 meals this Thanksgiving. The...…Breaking NewsThe Raul Jimenez Thanksgiving Dinner will shift to delivery this year to protect against the coronavirus.11:17 AM CST November 10, 2020The hall at Henry B. González Convention Center won't filled with thousands of people this year for the Raul Jimenez Thanksgiving Dinner, but the delicious meals will still be delivered to those in need.In the past, volunteers have delivered a small percentage of meals for those who can't make it out of their home, but now organizers of the Jimenez dinner say that'll triple as they hope to deliver 10,000 meals this Thanksgiving. The...WW…
Funeral services held for Bexar County Emergency Management Coordinator Kyle Coleman
Breaking NewsColeman passed away on Tuesday, July 14, due to complications from COVID-19.Credit: Bexar County4:34 PM CDT July 20, 2020SAN ANTONIO — A funeral service was held Friday for Kyle Coleman, Bexar County’s Emergency Management Coordinator, who passed away after having been diagnosed with coronavirus.A procession began around 7:30 a.m. at Olinger-Saenz Mortuary, located at 6614 South Flores.A recording of the live stream of the procession can be viewed below:LIVE: Funeral procession underway for Kyle Coleman, Bexar County’s Emergency Management Coordinator who died of complications...…Breaking NewsColeman passed away on Tuesday, July 14, due to complications from COVID-19.Credit: Bexar County4:34 PM CDT July 20, 2020SAN ANTONIO — A funeral service was held Friday for Kyle Coleman, Bexar County’s Emergency Management Coordinator, who passed away after having been diagnosed with coronavirus.A procession began around 7:30 a.m. at Olinger-Saenz Mortuary, located at 6614 South Flores.A recording of the live stream of the procession can be viewed below:LIVE: Funeral procession underway for Kyle Coleman, Bexar County’s Emergency Management Coordinator who died of complications...WW…
San Antonio Zoo welcomes pair of hyenas
Breaking NewsThe newly arrived hyenas will begin exploring their new habitat at The Grottos in the coming weeks.Credit: San Antonio Zoo8:59 AM CDT September 25, 2020SAN ANTONIO — A pair of hyenas will now call the San Antonio Zoo home. While the zoo hasn't cared for hyenas since 2014, the zoo worked closely with the officials who relocated the hyenas to ensure the animals had a safe home. The hyenas are believed to be 7 and 4 years old; the sexes are currently unknown as hyenas do not have external anatomy to help differentiate between male and female. The newly arrived...…Breaking NewsThe newly arrived hyenas will begin exploring their new habitat at The Grottos in the coming weeks.Credit: San Antonio Zoo8:59 AM CDT September 25, 2020SAN ANTONIO — A pair of hyenas will now call the San Antonio Zoo home. While the zoo hasn't cared for hyenas since 2014, the zoo worked closely with the officials who relocated the hyenas to ensure the animals had a safe home. The hyenas are believed to be 7 and 4 years old; the sexes are currently unknown as hyenas do not have external anatomy to help differentiate between male and female. The newly arrived...WW…
Free flu shots for all this Saturday at a huge drive-thru event
Breaking NewsYou do have to register ahead of time, but if you don't have insurance - don't worry. Thanks to donations, your shot will be covered free of charge.2:14 PM CDT September 16, 2020SAN ANTONIO — Update: This event has been completely booked. Event organizers say they are planning another event that will be announced soon.Need a flu shot? You can get one this Saturday - at a drive-thru event at the Freeman Coliseum parking lot.H-E-B, Bexar County and University Health System are teaming up to host the event from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 26.The event is open to the public,...…Breaking NewsYou do have to register ahead of time, but if you don't have insurance - don't worry. Thanks to donations, your shot will be covered free of charge.2:14 PM CDT September 16, 2020SAN ANTONIO — Update: This event has been completely booked. Event organizers say they are planning another event that will be announced soon.Need a flu shot? You can get one this Saturday - at a drive-thru event at the Freeman Coliseum parking lot.H-E-B, Bexar County and University Health System are teaming up to host the event from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 26.The event is open to the public,...WW…
Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine now in San Antonio
Breaking NewsSome 500 health care professionals will begin getting the vaccine, including school nurses, according to South Texas Allergy and Asthma Medical Professionals.12:50 PM CST December 23, 2020SAN ANTONIO — Some of the first doses of Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine arrived this morning at South Texas Allergy and Asthma Medical Professionals, also known as STAAMP Allergy.According to STAAMP Allergy, 500 health care professionals will begin getting the vaccine as it works with more than 20 local clinics to vaccinate their healthcare worker staff and teams. STAAMP will also begin...…Breaking NewsSome 500 health care professionals will begin getting the vaccine, including school nurses, according to South Texas Allergy and Asthma Medical Professionals.12:50 PM CST December 23, 2020SAN ANTONIO — Some of the first doses of Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine arrived this morning at South Texas Allergy and Asthma Medical Professionals, also known as STAAMP Allergy.According to STAAMP Allergy, 500 health care professionals will begin getting the vaccine as it works with more than 20 local clinics to vaccinate their healthcare worker staff and teams. STAAMP will also begin...WW…
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What will Halloween look like in San Antonio amid the pandemic?
Breaking NewsWhile city leaders wait to make a decision, some businesses are rolling out their Halloween events this weekend.6:57 PM CDT September 18, 2020SAN ANTONIO — It may not feel like it, but fall is just around the corner and with that comes a major holiday that for many, is hard to avoid. With Halloween just six weeks away the question remains, what will it happen?"It's a bit early to have that discussion," Mayor Ron Nirenberg said in a daily briefing last week as he stated they were waiting on coronavirus results from Labor Day to make any decisions.But for some businesses, it's...…Breaking NewsWhile city leaders wait to make a decision, some businesses are rolling out their Halloween events this weekend.6:57 PM CDT September 18, 2020SAN ANTONIO — It may not feel like it, but fall is just around the corner and with that comes a major holiday that for many, is hard to avoid. With Halloween just six weeks away the question remains, what will it happen?"It's a bit early to have that discussion," Mayor Ron Nirenberg said in a daily briefing last week as he stated they were waiting on coronavirus results from Labor Day to make any decisions.But for some businesses, it's...WW…
H-E-B shows appreciation for Texas educators with discount on school supplies and essentials
Breaking NewsNow through August 27, teachers across the Lone Star State can register online to receive a coupon, which allows them to save up to $50.Credit: KENS 510:49 AM CDT July 24, 2020SAN ANTONIO — H-E-B is giving teachers a Texas-sized thank you by offering a discount on school supplies and essentials. Now through August 27, teachers across the Lone Star State can register online to receive a coupon that will give them 15% off select school supplies and office items. Coupons can be redeemed through September 1. Teachers must no later than 11:59 p.m. on August 27 to receive...…Breaking NewsNow through August 27, teachers across the Lone Star State can register online to receive a coupon, which allows them to save up to $50.Credit: KENS 510:49 AM CDT July 24, 2020SAN ANTONIO — H-E-B is giving teachers a Texas-sized thank you by offering a discount on school supplies and essentials. Now through August 27, teachers across the Lone Star State can register online to receive a coupon that will give them 15% off select school supplies and office items. Coupons can be redeemed through September 1. Teachers must no later than 11:59 p.m. on August 27 to receive...WW…
'Are you kidding me?!': San Antonio delivery driver gets sweet surprise from customer
Breaking NewsFor Luis Semidey, getting a request to pick up groceries wasn't surprising. What was surprising was what happened when he tried to deliver them.6:45 PM CDT April 14, 2020SAN ANTONIO — The driver's seat is a place Luis Semidey is used to. For the longest time, he was an Uber driver as he paid and worked through graduate school. "I stopped Ubering for obvious reasons," he said. "I didn't want to be in close contact with a lot of people." So, instead, the San Antonio man signed up to be a Favor driver, working for a company that allows customers to order practically...…Breaking NewsFor Luis Semidey, getting a request to pick up groceries wasn't surprising. What was surprising was what happened when he tried to deliver them.6:45 PM CDT April 14, 2020SAN ANTONIO — The driver's seat is a place Luis Semidey is used to. For the longest time, he was an Uber driver as he paid and worked through graduate school. "I stopped Ubering for obvious reasons," he said. "I didn't want to be in close contact with a lot of people." So, instead, the San Antonio man signed up to be a Favor driver, working for a company that allows customers to order practically...WW…