Von Ormy VFW Hall Named After Local WWII Hero Odilón De León
In a touching ceremony held earlier this year, the American Legion Post 466 in Von Ormy, on the outskirts of San Antonio, was officially named after native son and World War II Navy veteran Odilón "Odie" De León. The February 15th dedication honors a man whose story...
Latina Artist Scherezade Garcia Imparts Visual Narratives of Her Homeland
By Dr. Ricardo Romo The popular exhibition "Voces de Luz: Cambiando el Mundo con Arte y Amor" at La Peña Gallery in Austin celebrated International Women’s Day with a vibrant showcase of women artists. Curated by Dolores Garcia, the exhibit reintroduced me to the...
Serie Internacional Flying Chanclas Vs. Furia Azul Aplaudida por Coahuilenses
Por Franco Todo un éxito resultó la serie beisbolera en el Nelson W. Wolff Municipal Stadium, sede del club San Antonio Missions. Las fechas 28,29 y 30 de marzo, en partidos de pretemporada amistosos a nivel internacional, fueron aplaudidas por fanáticos de los...
Pioneering Change as the First Latina CEO of the Witte Museum
In a groundbreaking moment for the Witte Museum, Dr. Michelle Cuellar Everidge has taken on the role of CEO and President, marking a significant milestone not just for the institution but also for the San Antonio community. Hailing from the vibrant border town of...
16th Annual Mujeres de Aztlan Exhibition- Mujeres Artistas: Iluminando El Futuro Opens March 8 at Centro Cultural Aztlan
Through this annual exhibition that celebrates International Women’s Day, Centro Cultural Aztlan aims to raise the visibility of women artists working to develop their careers and expand their artistic expressions. The Mujeres Artistas: Iluminando El Futuro exhibition...
Groundbreaking ‘Black Cowboys: An American Story’ returns to the Witte Museum
Photos by Ricardo Romo Explore the lives and work of the numerous Black men, women and children – enslaved and free – who labored on the ranches of Texas and participated in cattle drives before the Civil War through the turn of the twentieth century in Black Cowboys:...
Black History Month: An Important Historical Event
Since 1976, every U.S. president has officially designated the month of February as Black History Month. And to commemorate and celebrate Black History Month, I would like to share with you this personal true story. When my wife Jo Emma and I go to our cottage in...
Guardabosques de Texas Descubren Operación Ilegal de Contrabando de Venado Cola Blanca
Cortesía de Parques y Vida Silvestre de Texas Los guardabosques de Texas concluyeron una investigación que condujo al arresto y condena de dos personas involucradas en el traslado ilegal de venados de cola blanca en cautiverio. Un criador de venados del sur de Texas y...
Remembering Joe Bernal: A Dedicated Public Servant
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Joe Bernal, a respected Democratic politician and a cherished member of our community.. Joe’s life was a testament to his unwavering commitment to public service and advocacy for the people he represented. He was...
Spurs Arena Proposal Not on May Ballot—Your Voice Needed
Image from Bexar County Commissioner Tommy Calvert YouTube. Dear Friends, I am reaching out to share an important update from the Bexar County Commissioners Court regarding the Spurs Arena proposal and the Frost Bank Center’s future. We have decided to not take action...
