Hey there, San Antonio! Here's to a day of discovery -- let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. βοΈοΈ In today's newsletter:
Discover San Antonio's transit history along I-10
San Antonio's ambitious downtown transformation plan
Man fatally struck on NE Loop 410
Also on today's calendar: Paint in the Dark and 12 other events.
Today's riddle: What do you call a mountain with hiccups? π€ (Answer below!)
Weather forecast:
Sunday: Hot, with a high of 100 and low of 77 degrees. πΆ Hot!
Monday: Hot, temps: high: 102, low: 77.
Tuesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 98 and low of 74 degrees.
π° News we're reading
1. Before VIA, San Antonio buses had passenger stops along Interstate 10 (expressnews.com) β San Antonio's transit history reveals a time when buses had stops along Interstate 10, a practice phased out with the creation of VIA Metropolitan Transit. The article explores the evolution of public transportation in the city, highlighting the role of key figures and infrastructure developments.
2. What we know about Project Marvel, the plan for a new Spurs arena and entertainment district in downtown San Antonio (ksat.com) β San Antonio is planning a major redevelopment project called Project Marvel, which aims to transform downtown with a new Spurs arena and entertainment district. The project includes significant upgrades to existing infrastructure and facilities, with an estimated cost of $3-4 billion. City officials are exploring various funding options, including a potential venue tax election in November.
3. Man fatally struck while running across NE Loop 410; driver accused of DWI, police say (ksat.com) β A man in his early 20s was fatally struck by a vehicle while running across Northeast Loop 410 in San Antonio. The driver, who stayed at the scene, was arrested for suspected DWI. The incident remains under investigation.
4. Driver arrested after crashing into Cornerstone Church during βmental crisis,' SAPD says (ksat.com) β A driver experiencing a mental crisis crashed into Cornerstone Church on San Antonio's North Side. The San Antonio Police Department reports the driver will face charges after a mental health evaluation.
5. BOLO: Police Seek Tips on Missing Texas Boy with Medical Condition (crimeonline.com) β Police are seeking public assistance in locating 13-year-old Ross Alan Cady, who went missing from south of downtown San Antonio. Cady, who has a medical condition, was last seen wearing a blue SeaWorld shirt and blue jeans.
π Upcoming Events in San Antonio
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Paint in the Dark
Collins Garden Branch Library, 200 N Park Blvd, San Antonio, TX, 78204
2:00 pm
The Righteous Brothers | Lovin' Feelin' Farewell Tour
Tobin Center for the Performing Arts , 100 Auditorium Cir , San Antonio
7:00 pm
Johnson HS Office open 8 - 5 (closed on Friday)
Johnson H S San Antonio, TX 78259
Let's Build: Lego Club
Collins Garden Library, 200 N Park Blvd, San Antonio, TX, 78204
2:00 pm
Wowzitude Livestreamed Worldwide Travel
Collins Garden Branch Library , 200 N Park Blvd , San Antonio
12:45 pm
Teen Club @ Collins Garden Library
Collins Garden Library, 200 N Park Blvd, San Antonio, TX, 78204
1:00 pm
Tuesday Family Movies - The Garfield Movie
Collins Garden Branch Library, 200 N Park Blvd, San Antonio, TX, 78204
3:00 pm
AI Made Simple for Women in Business
11854 Wurzbach Rd , San Antonio
9:00 am
Stories, Songs & Puppetry with Sue Young
Collins Garden Branch Library, 200 N Park Blvd, San Antonio, TX, 78204
2:00 pm
Speech/Debate - NSDA National Championship
Johnson H S San Antonio, TX 78259
The Home Team
Vibes Event Center, 1211 E Houston St, San Antonio
6:30 pm
Bailey Spinn
Paper Tiger, 2410 N St Mary's St, San Antonio
6:00 pm
π Events Nearby
Texas Fashion Industry Initiative Sip & Swim β RM
Ranch Motel & Leisure Club , 3101 Broadway , San Antonio
12:00 pm
Mega Pay-What-You-Can Sale
Spare Parts Center for Creative Reuse , 13491 Wetmore Rd , San Antonio
12:00 pm
Starlight Dance
The Josephine Theatre , 339 W Josephine St , San Antonio
2:00 pm
Beautiful - The Carole King Musical
Wonder Theatre , 4522 Fredericksburg Rd A-90 , San Antonio
3:00 pm
Beautiful: The Carole King Musical
Wonder Theatre , 4522 Fredericksburg Rd A-90 , San Antonio
3:00 pm
Make & Take: Czech Kolaches
Central Market , 4821 Broadway , San Antonio
5:00 pm
Defying Gravity
Carver Community Cultural Center , 226 N Hackberry St , San Antonio
5:00 pm
KARAOKE NIGHT WITH THE GATHERING SAN ANTONIO
Picks Bar , 4553 N Loop 1604 W #1101 , San Antonio
6:00 pm
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Your day is only as good as you make it. Make it great! (Nextdoor Woodglen)
Update: Pet Reunited
A dog who went missing in San Antonio, TX, has been safely reunited with their family after 2 hours, 21 minutes. Message from Finder: Shepard found⦠(Nextdoor Palo Alto)
MyJobsCorner posted a job opening for Custodian Jobs: Hiring Immediately! Full Time / Part Time - $18-$47/Hr in San Antonio. Apply here.
Sodexo, Inc. posted a job opening for Stock Worker and Receiver in San Antonio. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near San Antonio here.
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