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Upcoming Downtown Lane Closures

By South San Antonio News | Jan 26, 2024

San Antonio residents and commuters should be aware of upcoming lane closures in Downtown San Antonio. Two separate construction projects will impact traffic flow in the area.Starting on Monday, February 5, a section of Santa Rosa Street will be closed for two weeks in order to extend water lines. The closure will affect two blocks of Santa Rosa Street, from Dolorosa Street to Houston Street. However, the intersections of Santa Rosa & Dolorosa (eastbound only), Santa Rosa & Commerce (westbound only), and Santa Rosa & Houston (westbound and eastbound) will remain open to...

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Report: 75% of the 592 students at Southwest Elementary School not on "college track" in 2021-22 school year

By South San Antonio News | Jan 25, 2024

Of the 592 students at Southwest Elementary School in San Antonio, 444 (75%) weren't on the academic track to qualify for college in the 2021-22 school year, according to South San Antonio News' analysis of test scores from the Texas Education Agency (TEA).

Report: 75% of the 592 students at Southwest Elementary School not on "college track" in 2021-22 school year

By South San Antonio News | Jan 25, 2024

Of the 592 students at Southwest Elementary School in San Antonio, 444 (75%) weren't on the academic track to qualify for college in the 2021-22 school year, according to South San Antonio News' analysis of test scores from the Texas Education Agency (TEA).

There was 1 American Indian student enrolled in Natalia ISD schools in 2021-22 school year

By South San Antonio News | Jan 25, 2024

Natalia ISD schools had one American Indian student enrolled in their schools in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Texas Education Agency.

Ramiro S. Salazar Announces Retirement as Library Director

By South San Antonio News | Jan 25, 2024

Ramiro S. Salazar, Director of the San Antonio Public Library (SAPL), has announced his retirement after 19 years of dedicated service. His last day in office will be on March 1, 2024. City Manager Erik Walsh expressed his gratitude for Salazar's contributions to the growth and success of the library system, stating that he has demonstrated unwavering commitment to fostering literacy, education, and a love for learning among all residents.Salazar has been responsible for managing a team of over 550 employees who deliver library services to residents in San Antonio and...

San Antonio Parks and Recreation Receives $1.5M State Grant

By South San Antonio News | Jan 25, 2024

San Antonio Parks and Recreation Department has been awarded a $1.5 million grant from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission. The grant will be used to fund the Cassiano Park Revitalization Project on the city's historic West Side. The application from San Antonio Parks and Recreation received the highest score among all submissions and was among a small group of Texas cities awarded the maximum funding. The grant is a testament to the advocacy and support of the West Side community, neighborhood leaders, City Council, and State leadership. Homer Garcia III, Director...

San Antonio International Airport Breaks All-Time Passenger Record

By South San Antonio News | Jan 25, 2024

San Antonio International Airport (SAT) has achieved a significant milestone as it broke its all-time passenger record in 2023, making it the busiest year in the airport's 80-year history. A total of 10,676,570 passengers flew through SAT, surpassing the previous record set in 2019 by 3 percent."We are on cloud nine," expressed Jesus Saenz, Director of Airports, San Antonio Airport System (SAAS). "This is a historical milestone for SAT with 10.7 million passengers. We know how much hard work went into it all – with new routes announced domestically and internationally....

Analysis: 113 of 142 students at Shirleen Zacharias Early Clge Leadership Academy not on "college track" in 2021-22 school year

By South San Antonio News | Jan 24, 2024

Of the 142 students at Shirleen Zacharias Early Clge Leadership Academy in Somerset, 113 (79%) weren't on the academic track to qualify for college in the 2021-22 school year, according to South San Antonio News' analysis of test scores from the Texas Education Agency (TEA).

Analysis: 113 of 142 students at Shirleen Zacharias Early Clge Leadership Academy not on "college track" in 2021-22 school year

By South San Antonio News | Jan 24, 2024

Of the 142 students at Shirleen Zacharias Early Clge Leadership Academy in Somerset, 113 (79%) weren't on the academic track to qualify for college in the 2021-22 school year, according to South San Antonio News' analysis of test scores from the Texas Education Agency (TEA).

How many American Indian students were enrolled in Somerset ISD schools in 2021-22 school year?

By South San Antonio News | Jan 24, 2024

Somerset ISD schools had one American Indian student enrolled in their schools in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Texas Education Agency.

Analysis: 302 of 372 students at Newell E. Woolls Intermediate School not on "college track" in 2021-22 school year

By South San Antonio News | Jan 23, 2024

Of the 372 students at Newell E. Woolls Intermediate School in Hondo, 302 (81%) weren't on the academic track to qualify for college in the 2021-22 school year, according to South San Antonio News' analysis of test scores from the Texas Education Agency (TEA).

District 5 Councilwoman Highlights Need to Reduce Violent Crime

By South San Antonio News | Jan 23, 2024

District 5 Councilwoman Highlights the Need for a Comprehensive Approach to Reduce Violent CrimeSan Antonio, Jan 23, 2024 - City Council will soon be briefed on the Violence Prevention Strategic Plan, a collaborative effort between the City of San Antonio Metropolitan Health District, the San Antonio Police Department, St. John’s Baptist Church, and the University of Texas at San Antonio. The plan aims to provide evidence-based strategies to prevent violence and stop it before it starts.Councilwoman Teri Castillo, Chair of the Community Health Committee, emphasized the...

Medina Valley ISD schools Education: 21 American Indian students were enrolled in schools in 2021-22 school year

By South San Antonio News | Jan 23, 2024

Medina Valley ISD schools had 21 American Indian students enrolled in their schools in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Texas Education Agency.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Medina County in week ending Jan. 20?

By South San Antonio News | Jan 23, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Medina County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 20, according to GasBuddy.com.

Analysis: 405 of 493 students at Freedom Elementary School not on "college track" in 2021-22 school year

By South San Antonio News | Jan 22, 2024

Of the 493 students at Freedom Elementary School in San Antonio, 405 (82%) weren't on the academic track to qualify for college in the 2021-22 school year, according to South San Antonio News' analysis of test scores from the Texas Education Agency (TEA).

Analysis: 405 of 493 students at Freedom Elementary School not on "college track" in 2021-22 school year

By South San Antonio News | Jan 22, 2024

Of the 493 students at Freedom Elementary School in San Antonio, 405 (82%) weren't on the academic track to qualify for college in the 2021-22 school year, according to South San Antonio News' analysis of test scores from the Texas Education Agency (TEA).

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Upcoming Downtown Lane Closures

Report: 75% of the 592 students at Southwest Elementary School not on "college track" in 2021-22 school year

Report: 75% of the 592 students at Southwest Elementary School not on "college track" in 2021-22 school year

There was 1 American Indian student enrolled in Natalia ISD schools in 2021-22 school year

Ramiro S. Salazar Announces Retirement as Library Director

San Antonio Parks and Recreation Receives $1.5M State Grant

San Antonio International Airport Breaks All-Time Passenger Record

Analysis: 113 of 142 students at Shirleen Zacharias Early Clge Leadership Academy not on "college track" in 2021-22 school year

Analysis: 113 of 142 students at Shirleen Zacharias Early Clge Leadership Academy not on "college track" in 2021-22 school year

How many American Indian students were enrolled in Somerset ISD schools in 2021-22 school year?

Analysis: 302 of 372 students at Newell E. Woolls Intermediate School not on "college track" in 2021-22 school year

District 5 Councilwoman Highlights Need to Reduce Violent Crime

Medina Valley ISD schools Education: 21 American Indian students were enrolled in schools in 2021-22 school year

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Medina County in week ending Jan. 20?

Analysis: 405 of 493 students at Freedom Elementary School not on "college track" in 2021-22 school year

Analysis: 405 of 493 students at Freedom Elementary School not on "college track" in 2021-22 school year

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