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Alamo Colleges' work-study program offers bonuses to local employers who hire students

By Elle Johnson | Dec 22, 2020

Alamo Colleges have unveiled a program to benefit both students and local employers.

San Antonio provides $3.5 million to small businesses impacted by COVID-19

By Elle Johnson | Nov 10, 2020

The City of San Antonio will reallocate $3.5 million to small businesses that have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

South San Antonio Chamber supports educational ballot measures

By Elle Johnson | Oct 23, 2020

The South San Antonio Chamber of Commerce has passed a resolution that support funding for several educational programs.

Texas employment continues to rebound from impact of COVID-19 shutdown

By Elle Johnson | Sep 6, 2020

The Texas Workforce Commission recently reported the state's unemployment rate is steadily declining, with recent numbers at their lowest point since the nation's COVID-19 pandemic shutdown in March.

Alliance Regional Water Authority receives $65 million for Carrizo project

By Elle Johnson | Aug 2, 2020

The Alliance Regional Water Authority will receive $65 million from the State Water Implementation Fund for Texas, helping fund a regional construction project.

Cuellar helps secure $66.3 million in funding for Joint Base San Antonio

By Elle Johnson | Jul 19, 2020

Rep. Henry Cuellar has helped secure $66.3 million in funding toward a Training System Simulator, Recruit Housing & Training Facilities, and an F-16 Mission Training Center that will give Joint Base San Antonio new resources to train members of the U.S. military.

Bexar County's appraisal office encourages homeowner input on property values

By Elle Johnson | Jun 26, 2020

Bexar County's appraisal office is encouraging residents to dispute the value given to them on their annual property appraisal if they feel there is a discrepancy.

Bexar County provides Plexiglass kits to local businesses

By Elle Johnson | Jun 12, 2020

Businesses in Bexar County can receive free Plexiglass kits to help distance employees and customers as stores begin to reopen in the area.

Bexar County sheriff asks for inmate transfers to state prisons to resume

By Elle Johnson | May 29, 2020

Last month, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice stopped transferring prisoners from county jails to state prisons to help curb the spread of COVID-19, but they are now being asked to resume by Bexar County Sheriff Javier Salazar.

While governor says Texas golf courses can stay open, many local officials are keeping them closed

By Elle Johnson | May 6, 2020

Gov. Greg Abbott announced that golf courses can remain open across Texas, but players have to abide by social distancing rules and make other alterations.

Fake letter spreading rumors on number of COVID-19 cases in Medina County

By Elle Johnson | Apr 12, 2020

A false document that's going around Medina County is spreading rumors to residents on the number of coronavirus cases in the county, but officials are informing individuals that the letter contains false information.

Republican Party of Medina County's convention slated for March 21

By Elle Johnson | Mar 16, 2020

The Republican Party of Medina County is having its county convention Saturday, March 21 to introduce candidates and consider resolutions.

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