Business
Now Open: 2 new retailers in Converse, 2 Northeast Side salons, pickleball/padel/dining hub in New Braunfels
By Edmond Ortiz Converse recently welcomed the launch of two national retailers’ storefronts in mid-November as part of the latest business openings in the San Antonio area. Other new local enterprises include salons in La Vernia and Live Oak, a South Side credit union branch, a combination pickleball/padel/dining destination in New Braunfels, a creative studio…
Expansion of Stone Oak hospital hits critical point
By Edmond Ortiz A Nov. 20 event was held at Methodist Hospital | Stone Oak to highlight a major milestone in the ongoing $104 million expansion project. What is happening Officials with Methodist Healthcare and the construction contractor gathered with counterparts and staff at Methodist Hospital | Stone Oak where a steel-topping ceremony was held…
Developer begins building gated residential housing community on South Side
By Edmond Ortiz A local company has started construction work on its first residential development, which will be located in south San Antonio. What is happening Gilley Properties International, a part of Gilley International Group, announced on Nov. 11 that it is constructing Villaret Commons, at 1519 W. Villaret Blvd., near Palo Alto College and…
Where to get a free Thanksgiving meal or to help those in need this holiday in the San Antonio area
By Edmond Ortiz A west San Antonio nonprofit and a local county commissioner are among local businesses, civic leaders and organizations looking to make sure that struggling area families do not spend Thanksgiving without a traditional turkey. What you should know A handful of local groups, companies and individuals are sponsoring free Thanksgiving meal giveaways…
Methodist Healthcare begins construction on new medical simulation center
By Edmond Ortiz Methodist Healthcare has started a project at a Medical Center-area facility that will provide simulation and training to help enhance clinical education and improve patient care across South Texas. What you should know Methodist Healthcare officials held what they called a wall-breaking ceremony on Oct. 30 to kick off $7.5 million in…
San Antonio Zoo’s new scenic route raises healthcare awareness
By Edmond Ortiz The San Antonio Zoo now has a walking route where visitors can be reminded of the importance of health, well-being and family engagement. What you should know Zoo officials hosted an Oct. 29 event with representatives from Methodist Healthcare to celebrate the opening of the Methodist Healthcare Health Walk, a mile-long route…
Now Open: 2 new North Side book stores, Boerne business park, Cibolo realty firm
By Edmond Ortiz The latest business openings in the San Antonio area include 2 independently-owned book shops, a Cibolo real estate practice, a self-storage facility on the West Side, and healthcare providers near Alamo Heights and on the Southwest Side. Additionally, a New Braunfels-based nonprofit has opened a new office, and a recently completed business…
Read more about Live Oak’s 3 new businesses
By Edmond Ortiz October has been a busy month in the Live Oak business community, which welcomed a specialty sports retail superstore, a pickleball venue, and a pet groomer all within a few weeks time. Dick’s House of Sport Live Oak is home to the San Antonio-area’s first Dick’s House of Sport, a new concept…
LiftFund recognized for supporting post-disaster recovery of small businesses, communities
By Edmond Ortiz San Antonio-based nonprofit LiftFund recently received an award that goes to organizations that help to rebuild local economies after a disaster and economic disruption. What happened LiftFund was presented with the 2025 Outstanding CDFI (Community Development Financial Institutions) Award on Oct. 22 during a gathering of financial institutions, impact investors, and economic…
San Antonio biomedical organization collects first cell donation on unique bus
By Edmond Ortiz A first was recently achieved in San Antonio with the only mobile cell therapy collection vehicle in the world. What happened San Antonio-based nonprofit BioBridge Global Advanced Therapies’ mobile cell collection bus – the only vehicle of its kind – recorded its first donation, BBG representatives said on Oct. 22. According to…