By Edmond Ortiz San Antonio-area voters are heading to the polls May 2 to determine the outcome of city council races in 12 cities, and school board contests in six school districts. Meanwhile, Schertz voters are casting ballots to settle a special Schertz City Council election. Prepare for May 2 elections Candidates participating in local…
By Edmond Ortiz Fiesta, San Antonio’s annual 11-day citywide party, officially gets underway April 16. While Fiesta veterans have their favorite, longtime events, there are still changes, helpful tips, and unofficial Fiesta happenings to keep in mind this time around. Out and about A majority of Fiesta events take place in downtown or the urban…
By Edmond Ortiz A decision by San Antonio’s mass transit agency to not pursue a free-fare program highlights this round of news briefs. Elsewhere, Selma is getting ready to build a fire and police emergency training complex, and Leon Valley has both finalized a location for a public veterans’ monument, and opted to continue a…
By Edmond Ortiz Local officials and affordable housing advocates say a newly opened apartment complex in the Tobin Hill neighborhood can help people seeking affordable housing options just north of downtown. What you should know City officials and leaders from project partners gathered for a Jan. 21 ground-breaking ceremony for the Four25 San Pedro Apartments…
By Edmond Ortiz The city of San Antonio is officially providing money for a pilot program designed to reduce student absenteeism by underwriting bus passes for middle and high schoolers who otherwise may have trouble getting to school. What you should know The City Council voted Jan. 15 to approve the District 7 council office’s…
By Edmond Ortiz San Antonio can diversify its housing options with a focus on empty or underdeveloped parcels, future transportation, and more mixed-use development along commercial routes. These and other suggestions are offered in a new Central Library exhibit that is the result of a year-long study performed by architecture, planning and design faculty and…
By Edmond Ortiz A dedicated rapid bus service serving San Antonio’s East and West sides will not open until 2029, but passengers interested in the planned service can find out more about it by visiting a newly opened information office. What you should know Officials with VIA and local governmental organizations and partners gathered Nov….
By Edmond Ortz It is an extra busy time for VIA Metropolitan Transit, which is launching its on-demand ride service in southeast San Antonio, and reopening its Windcrest-area transit facility. What you should know VIA rolled out its VIA Link service on Nov. 3 for customers needing to get around parts of the East and…
By Edmond Ortiz In recognition of Make A Difference Day, VIA Metropolitan Transit will offer fare-free all day long Oct. 25 across its whole system. What you should know Partnering with the city of San Antonio, VIA is inviting the public to use its Park and Ride service and visit key events and destinations in…
