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...
Living Heritage Trades Academy
Courtesy of the Office of Historic Preservation In 2024, the Living Heritage Trades Academy (LHTA) continued transforming lives through its workforce development model, advancing the mission to perpetuate traditional crafts, conserve housing stock, and promote...
A New Year’s Resolution for 2025
I invite you to join me in making the same New Year's Resolution. This special note, which is so simple, yet deeply inspiring and profound, was penned by Jo Emma's second cousin, Angelina "Nena" Casso de Salinas, who passed away on Tuesday, September 18, 2012. Her...
San Antonio Area Foundation Announces New Grants
The San Antonio Area Foundation announced its last round of 2024 grants, focused on helping nonprofits in our region with infrastructure and collaborative projects. The competitive application process, reviewed and approved by the Area Foundation Board of Directors,...
San Antonio Takes Center Stage in National Urban Development Conversation
San Antonio's commitment to innovative urban development took center stage last week as the city welcomed distinguished members of the American Accelerator Advisory Committee, marking a significant milestone in the city's approach to community-driven progress. The...
SA Women’s Hall of Fame
Courtesy of Glenda Raichlen (San Antonio, TX) – Meet the San Antonio Women’s Hall of Fame Class of 2025 Thursday, Dec. 5, at Alamo Colleges District Office, 2222 N. Alamo St. The inductees include retired astronaut Eileen Collins, the first woman to pilot a space...
