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‘We’re together’: Brackenridge Park campers prepared for Easter Sunday despite rainy forecast
Read full article: ‘We’re together’: Brackenridge Park campers prepared for Easter Sunday despite rainy forecastEven with a soggy start to Easter Sunday, families camping at Brackenridge Park said the weather won’t dampen their celebrations.
San Antonio River Authority hosts ‘Sun-Day’ program at southeast Bexar County park
Read full article: San Antonio River Authority hosts ‘Sun-Day’ program at southeast Bexar County parkOn Sunday, the San Antonio River Authority hosted a new program at Trueheart Ranch Nature Park in southeast Bexar County called "Sun-Day."
Course maps for inaugural half, full San Antonio Marathon released
Read full article: Course maps for inaugural half, full San Antonio Marathon releasedThe San Antonio Marathon released its official course routes for the inaugural marathon and half marathon scheduled for Saturday, Dec. 7, a news release said.
New statewide litter campaign seeks volunteers for watershed cleaning
Read full article: New statewide litter campaign seeks volunteers for watershed cleaningA new statewide litter campaign aimed at cleaning watersheds is seeking volunteers for a slew of projects over the next two months, including one in San Antonio.
🏀 Things to do in San Antonio this weekend: Final Four, CarFest, ‘Mamma Mia!’ musical
Read full article: 🏀 Things to do in San Antonio this weekend: Final Four, CarFest, ‘Mamma Mia!’ musicalGet ready to have a slam-dunk of a time this weekend as the NCAA Men’s Final Four takes over downtown San Antonio.
TPWD preparing to launch 83rd paddling trail near Texas coastal town
Read full article: TPWD preparing to launch 83rd paddling trail near Texas coastal townThe Texas Parks and Wildlife Department announced the opening of its 83rd paddling trail, this time coming to land near the Powderhorn Wildlife Management Area and State Park near Port O’Connor.
Whole Earth Provision Co. taking donations through April for Texas State Parks Month
Read full article: Whole Earth Provision Co. taking donations through April for Texas State Parks MonthWhole Earth Provision Co., across its six stores, will collect donations for the state parks system during April for Texas State Parks Month.
State lawmaker declines to pursue bill to dismantle Texas Parks and Wildlife Department further
Read full article: State lawmaker declines to pursue bill to dismantle Texas Parks and Wildlife Department furtherA state Representative announced he is reversing course and will not pursue his own proposed legislation that would have dismantled the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.
Ribbon-cutting ceremony held at Hemisfair for new Civic Park space
Read full article: Ribbon-cutting ceremony held at Hemisfair for new Civic Park spaceHemisfair held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to unveil a new section of Civic Park that featured gathering spaces and a walkway connecting Hemisfair to downtown.
Lawmaker files bill to dismantle Texas Parks and Wildlife Department; TPWD defends ‘important role’
Read full article: Lawmaker files bill to dismantle Texas Parks and Wildlife Department; TPWD defends ‘important role’After a lawmaker filed a bill to dismantle Texas Parks and Wildlife and reassign its responsibilities to three state agencies, the department said it is “proud of the important role” it serves.
San Antonio Spurs' Harrison Barnes, wife Brittany unveil renovated community court on West Side
Read full article: San Antonio Spurs' Harrison Barnes, wife Brittany unveil renovated community court on West SideSan Antonio Spurs' forward Harrison Barnes and his wife, Brittany Barnes, unveiled a newly renovated basketball court at the Guadalupe Community Center.
Trump administration’s federal budget cuts could impact San Antonio’s historic missions
Read full article: Trump administration’s federal budget cuts could impact San Antonio’s historic missionsAs part of the Trump administration’s federal budget cuts, the National Park Service (NPS) is facing significant reductions that could impact San Antonio’s historic missions, including the closure of the law enforcement facility at Mission San Jose.
Thousands of volunteers clear trash from San Antonio rivers, waterways at annual Basura Bash
Read full article: Thousands of volunteers clear trash from San Antonio rivers, waterways at annual Basura BashThis year, more than 3,000 volunteers came out across 23 different sites across San Antonio to clear trash out of rivers and waterways.
Wimberley’s Blue Hole Park awarded $3 million to support environmental programming at future nature hub
Read full article: Wimberley’s Blue Hole Park awarded $3 million to support environmental programming at future nature hubBlue Hole Regional Park will see plenty of green thanks to funding from Hays County to support environmental education and conservation efforts at a future nature center.
Free plant giveaway at SAWS' ‘Spring Bloom’ gardening event on Saturday
Read full article: Free plant giveaway at SAWS' ‘Spring Bloom’ gardening event on SaturdayThe San Antonio Water System (SAWS) is holding a free event on Saturday that will feature speaker sessions on gardening and how to be mindful about water use.
Explore San Antonio: Your guide to spring break staycation spots and attractions
Read full article: Explore San Antonio: Your guide to spring break staycation spots and attractionsIf you and your family are not traveling for spring break this year, don’t let that stop you from adventuring out in the city!
How Texas' drought conditions are impacting local rivers, lakes and reservoirs
Read full article: How Texas' drought conditions are impacting local rivers, lakes and reservoirsSouth Central Texas has been in drought conditions for over 1,280 days with new burn bans being implemented. Additionally, rivers and aquifers face historic lows before tubing season.
‘The sky looks otherworldly’: KSAT Connect users share images, videos of dusty skies
Read full article: ‘The sky looks otherworldly’: KSAT Connect users share images, videos of dusty skiesDust churned by Tuesday’s high winds pushed air quality into poor conditions, leaving the San Antonio region’s sky hazy into Wednesday.
Registration now open for Fiesta de los Spurs Run on Flambeau Parade route
Read full article: Registration now open for Fiesta de los Spurs Run on Flambeau Parade routeLace up those running shoes because registration for the fourth annual Fiesta de los Spurs 5K run is now open, according to a team news release.
Photos, videos show damage caused by gusty winds in San Antonio area
Read full article: Photos, videos show damage caused by gusty winds in San Antonio areaAs San Antonio residents continued to experience gusty winds on Tuesday, some KSAT viewers shared photos of the weather — and the damage left behind.
📸 Capture nature’s beauty, win big with San Antonio River Authority’s annual photo contest
Read full article: 📸 Capture nature’s beauty, win big with San Antonio River Authority’s annual photo contestLove capturing the beauty of nature around the San Antonio River Basin? The San Antonio River Authority is hosting its eighth annual River Clicks Photo Contest for people who love to showcase the natural wonders around them.
Comal County taking steps to tackle water crisis amid growth boom
Read full article: Comal County taking steps to tackle water crisis amid growth boomComal Conservation is a community response to the rapid development of subdivision replacing natural areas critical to water conservation and aquifers.
Crackdown on illegal deer breeding activities results in 22 suspects, over 1K pending charges, TPWD says
Read full article: Crackdown on illegal deer breeding activities results in 22 suspects, over 1K pending charges, TPWD saysA recent investigation by the Texas Game Wardens has resulted in 22 suspects and approximately 1,200 total pending charges from across the state involved in a deer breeding industry and black-market wildlife trade, according to a news release.
While medians aren’t often a topic of conversation, they are a source of pride in Stone Oak
Read full article: While medians aren’t often a topic of conversation, they are a source of pride in Stone OakWhen you think about Stone Oak, beautiful homes, rolling hills and increased traffic may come to mind. Medians probably don’t. They are, however, top of mind for many residents who call the sprawling neighborhood home.
Hemisfair to unveil new Civic Park section with gathering spaces, walkways
Read full article: Hemisfair to unveil new Civic Park section with gathering spaces, walkwaysHemisfair will open a new section of Civic Park next month, offering new gathering spaces and a walkway connecting Hemisfair to downtown.
Basura Bash celebrates three decades of cleaning San Antonio waterways
Read full article: Basura Bash celebrates three decades of cleaning San Antonio waterwaysThirty years ago, a tradition started in San Antonio — a weekend of volunteers putting on gloves and picking up trash around parks and waterways.
Big Bend’s Chisos Basin construction delayed until July, officials say
Read full article: Big Bend’s Chisos Basin construction delayed until July, officials sayNational Park Service officials announced on Friday that construction in Big Bend’s Chisos Basin area, initially scheduled for May, will now begin in July.
💘 Things to do this weekend in San Antonio: Valentine’s Day, ‘9 to 5: The Musical,’ Los Lonely Boys
Read full article: 💘 Things to do this weekend in San Antonio: Valentine’s Day, ‘9 to 5: The Musical,’ Los Lonely BoysWhether you're looking for romantic outings or live entertainment, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Love on the run: How a San Antonio club is connecting fitness with romance
Read full article: Love on the run: How a San Antonio club is connecting fitness with romanceThe Dreamers Run Club's recent Valentine's Love Run brought together hundreds of fitness enthusiasts, with singles wearing black and those in relationships in red.
Toddler inspires inclusive renovations at Boerne City Park
Read full article: Toddler inspires inclusive renovations at Boerne City ParkA visit to a local playground inspired a mother to spearhead a community effort to make the play areas at Boerne City Park more inclusive for children with disabilities, leading to significant renovations.