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Community Invited to Give Input on $12.5M Carver Library Project

By San Antonio Standard Report | Nov 7, 2023

San Antonio Public Library (SAPL) will host a public input meeting to gather feedback for the upcoming major renovation and expansion of the Carver Branch Library. The meeting will take place on Wednesday, November 8 at 6 p.m. at Second Baptist Church (3310 E. Commerce St., 78220).

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San Antonio Public Libraries opening at 2 p.m. on November 3

By San Antonio Standard Report | Nov 1, 2023

The modified schedule allows staff to participate in quarterly professional development.

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Airport Announces 45th Nonstop Destination: Burbank

By San Antonio Standard Report | Oct 30, 2023

San Antonio International Airport (SAT) is adding its 45th nonstop destination: Burbank, California. Southwest Airlines will start new service to Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) in June 2024.

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City Council Approves Domestic Violence Signage Ordinance

By San Antonio Standard Report | Oct 28, 2023

On October 19, the San Antonio City Council approved an ordinance requiring domestic violence resources signage to be posted in places of public accommodation. The ordinance will require local businesses to display signage in their bathrooms to expand communication of domestic violence prevention, link individuals to resources more quickly, and raise awareness of the issue among community members.

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San Antonio International Airport Conducts Emergency Exercise

By San Antonio Standard Report | Oct 23, 2023

San Antonio International Airport (SAT) conducted a routine training exercise to simulate a real-world emergency incident involving a plane crash. SAT staff were joined by many groups who played a role in the training, such as Southwest Texas Regional Advisory Council (STRAC), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), San Antonio Fire Department, San Antonio Airport Police Department, San Antonio Police Department, hospitals and the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

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Diwali San Antonio Festival Lights Up New Park at Hemisfair

By San Antonio Standard Report | Oct 19, 2023

Tastes, arts, and music of India will be showcased.

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Get Spooky with the San Antonio Public Library

By San Antonio Standard Report | Oct 18, 2023

Get ready for fall with fun and spooky events, programs, and activities for all ages.

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Airport Celebrates Beginning of Ground Load Facility

By San Antonio Standard Report | Oct 18, 2023

Federal and City leaders marked the groundbreaking today of the Ground Load Facility, which will add three new ground gates at San Antonio International Airport (SAT). This is one of the major enabling projects for SAT’s Terminal Development Program – made possible because of a $20 million grant from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

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San Antonio Receives APATX Award for Urban Planning Efforts

By San Antonio Standard Report | Oct 17, 2023

Northeast Corridor Revitalization Initiative leads to statewide recognition

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Airport Adds Eighth Nonstop International Destination

By San Antonio Standard Report | Oct 16, 2023

San Antonio International Airport (SAT) announced its eighth nonstop international destination today: Torreon, Mexico (TRC). Viva Aerobus, Mexico’s ultra-low-cost airline, announced it will begin flying to its fifth Mexican city from SAT on June 1, 2024. SAT will be one of only two U.S. cities with nonstop service to TRC. Viva Aerobus also announced it will increase its popular nonstop service again from SAT to Leon/Guanajuato (BJX).

San Antonio Mayor Recognized as 2023 Planning Advocate

By San Antonio Standard Report | Oct 16, 2023

American Planning Association – Texas Chapter recognizes Mayor as an Urban Planning Champion

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City of San Antonio Celebrates Energy Efficiency Day 2023

By San Antonio Standard Report | Oct 13, 2023

Moving towards an energy efficiency city now and in the future

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Return on Investment Study Reveals Ready to Work Program Impact

By San Antonio Standard Report | Oct 9, 2023

Return on Investment Study Reveals Year 1 of Ready to Work Program Yields $1.7 Billion in Local Economic Impact

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Information Sessions to Prepare for Reopening of Home Rehab Program

By San Antonio Standard Report | Oct 3, 2023

In preparation for the reopening of the Home Rehabilitation Program, the City of San Antonio is hosting information sessions from Oct. 2-19 to help homeowners learn how to apply in advance of the application period from Oct. 23 to Nov. 20.

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San Antonio Wins “Best Overall” Sister City Program

By San Antonio Standard Report | Oct 2, 2023

The prestigious award by Sister Cities International is for cities larger than 300,000 residents

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2024 Budget Responds to the Needs of City Residents

By San Antonio Standard Report | Sep 20, 2023

The City of San Antonio continues to grow, and with that growth, the needs and expectations of our citizens has also increased. District 9 has worked closely with the City Manager’s office to ensure we use available funds in a way that reflects the vision and needs our constituents have. The $3.7 billion budget increases funding for core city services, such as public safety, homelessness, infrastructure, and community engagement.

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Cornyn, Warren Introduce Bill to Award Congressional Gold Medal to U.S. Army ‘Dustoff’ Crews

By San Antonio Standard Report | Sep 20, 2023

Would Recognize Extraordinary Heroism of Vietnam War Veterans

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Rep. Tony Gonzales Condemns New Mexico Governor's Anti-2A Agenda

By San Antonio Standard Report | Sep 20, 2023

On September 14, Congressman Tony Gonzales (TX-23) joined a House Resolution to condemn New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham for her “emergency public health order” that prohibits the open and concealed carry of firearms in Albuquerque and its surrounding county, including city sidewalks and parks. Violators of this order may face civil penalties and fines up to $5,000.

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Municipal Court Launches Consistent School Attendance Campaign

By San Antonio Standard Report | Sep 13, 2023

In a united effort to address the critical importance of consistent school attendance and tackle the challenges associated with chronic absenteeism, the San Antonio Municipal Court has partnered with Pre-K 4 SA and Communities in Schools to launch the Attendance Matters campaign. This initiative aligns with September’s Attendance Awareness Month and aims to equip the community with helpful resources.

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Cornyn, Colleagues Urge Biden Admin to End Crackdown on School Hunting and Archery Programs

By San Antonio Standard Report | Sep 13, 2023

U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) led a letter today with 17 of his Senate colleagues urging U.S. Department of Education Secretary Miguel Cardona to implement the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act as Congress intended and restore federal funding for educational activities like hunting and archery: