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Parks closed in San Antonio area, Live Oak and Converse due to flooding
Read full article: Parks closed in San Antonio area, Live Oak and Converse due to floodingWith heavy rain pouring in overnight and throughout Thursday afternoon, Bexar County, the City of Live Oak, the City of Converse announced park closures due to weather and flooding.
TPWD bringing new ‘Better Outside’ podcast to listeners’ ears
Read full article: TPWD bringing new ‘Better Outside’ podcast to listeners’ earsListeners will soon be able to travel from the expanse of West Texas down into the Texas Hill Country, all through a new podcast from the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.
San Antonio River Authority, Bexar County celebrate completion of San Pedro Creek Culture Park
Read full article: San Antonio River Authority, Bexar County celebrate completion of San Pedro Creek Culture ParkSan Antonio River Authority and Bexar County officials celebrated the completion of the San Pedro Creek Cultural Park Thursday afternoon.
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department acquires 671-acre property in West Texas
Read full article: Texas Parks and Wildlife Department acquires 671-acre property in West TexasThe Nature Conservancy in Texas (TNC) and Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) announced the purchase of a 671-acre property in West Texas near Big Bend National Park.
Final design plans coming soon for Arboretum San Antonio, second largest in South Texas, developers say
Read full article: Final design plans coming soon for Arboretum San Antonio, second largest in South Texas, developers sayFinal design plans for Arboretum San Antonio, the city’s soon-to-be 200-acre-plus tree sanctuary, will be revealed during an event next weekend.
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department purchases over 1,000 acres of land for new state park
Read full article: Texas Parks and Wildlife Department purchases over 1,000 acres of land for new state parkThe Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) purchased 1,100 acres to create a new state park in Lampasas and Burnet Counties, according to a news release.
Hemisfair’s Yanaguana Garden ranked among the 10 best public playgrounds in US
Read full article: Hemisfair’s Yanaguana Garden ranked among the 10 best public playgrounds in USYanaguana Garden at Hemisfair was listed as one of the 10 best public playgrounds in the nation, according to rankings released Wednesday by USA Today.
Woodlawn Lake Park open to Easter weekend campers in wake of several recent incidents
Read full article: Woodlawn Lake Park open to Easter weekend campers in wake of several recent incidentsSeveral recent incidents at Woodlawn Lake Park seem to cast a dark cloud over a place popular among San Antonians for Easter weekend camping.
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."
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.
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.
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.
Drought, scarcity cited in water conservation notices issued by Enchanted Rock officials
Read full article: Drought, scarcity cited in water conservation notices issued by Enchanted Rock officialsOfficials at the Enchanted Rock State Natural Area closed 2024 with a water warning for the new year, citing ongoing drought and scarcity in Central Texas.
Canyon Lake Overlook Park, dam service road to close temporarily for maintenance work next year
Read full article: Canyon Lake Overlook Park, dam service road to close temporarily for maintenance work next yearThe Fort Worth District of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has announced a temporary closure of Overlook Park and the Canyon Dam Service Road at Canyon Lake for upcoming maintenance work.
Three designs for Arboretum San Antonio revealed at community input sessions
Read full article: Three designs for Arboretum San Antonio revealed at community input sessionsThree design concepts for Arboretum San Antonio were shown to the public earlier this week, revealing more about the forthcoming park.
Padre Island National Seashore seeking public comment on invasive species removal
Read full article: Padre Island National Seashore seeking public comment on invasive species removalThe park is seeking public comment on a draft plan that would allow the removal of invasive swine and antelope species, a news release from the Padre Island National Seashore said.
Public can see concepts for Arboretum San Antonio during second round of input sessions
Read full article: Public can see concepts for Arboretum San Antonio during second round of input sessionsThe team behind Arboretum San Antonio is hosting two community events to gauge public feedback on the park, which will be located on land near the former Republic Gold Course, not far from Brooks.
Parkgoers cautious after second body in two weeks found on area walking trails
Read full article: Parkgoers cautious after second body in two weeks found on area walking trailsFor the second time in as many weeks, local law enforcement officers are investigating a suspicious death on a walking trail along the Salado Creek Greenway, prompting some parkgoers to wonder if the city's trails are safe.
Enchanted Rock set for 630-acre expansion; Government Canyon could see growth, too
Read full article: Enchanted Rock set for 630-acre expansion; Government Canyon could see growth, tooEnchanted Rock is set to expand due to a 630-acre land acquisition approved last month by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission.
Free party, resource fair at Hamilton Community Center this Saturday
Read full article: Free party, resource fair at Hamilton Community Center this SaturdaySan Antonio Parks and Recreation is hosting a community party and resource fair at the Hamilton Community Center on the Northeast Side this Saturday.
Person cited for leaving corpses of 2 headless sharks, other marine animals on Padre Island beach, officials say
Read full article: Person cited for leaving corpses of 2 headless sharks, other marine animals on Padre Island beach, officials sayThe remains of two sharks were next to a deceased and mutilated stingray and about 15 mostly intact dead crabs, according to a Facebook post from the Padre Island National Seashore.
San Antonio will soon be home to South Texas’ first Arboretum. Its organizers want your input.
Read full article: San Antonio will soon be home to South Texas’ first Arboretum. Its organizers want your input.Organizers and planners of the forthcoming Arboretum San Antonio want to hear from the community at two input sessions next week.
Parks & Rec inaugural program offers kids lesson in nature, outdoor fun
Read full article: Parks & Rec inaugural program offers kids lesson in nature, outdoor funSome kids had fun paddling a kayak and learning to use a bow and arrow at San Antonio Parks & Recreation’s inaugural program, Aim To Float.
City of Schertz announces $12 million project for parks and recreation enhancement
Read full article: City of Schertz announces $12 million project for parks and recreation enhancementThe City of Schertz and the Schertz Economic Development Corporation announced a $12 million project for two new parks and an enhancement for the Schertz Soccer Complex.
Pavilion at Rosedale Park to be renamed in honor of late San Antonio boxer
Read full article: Pavilion at Rosedale Park to be renamed in honor of late San Antonio boxerSan Antonio City City Council on Thursday unanimously approved the renaming of Rosedale Park’s Pavilion 2 to honor the late San Antonio boxer Robert “Pikin” Quiroga.
Portions of Texas beaches, coastal parks close ahead of tropical storm warnings
Read full article: Portions of Texas beaches, coastal parks close ahead of tropical storm warningsThe National Park Service and Texas Parks and Wildlife Department are asking visitors to stay cautious on beaches and coastal parks this week as a tropical storm develops in the Gulf of Mexico.
Celebrate Earth Day with tree giveaways, educational activities at these San Antonio events
Read full article: Celebrate Earth Day with tree giveaways, educational activities at these San Antonio eventsEarth Day is Monday, April 22, but businesses and organizations around San Antonio will celebrate early with events this weekend.
Celebrate Earth Day with free tree and plant giveaway at Woodlawn Lake Park in San Antonio
Read full article: Celebrate Earth Day with free tree and plant giveaway at Woodlawn Lake Park in San AntonioEarth Day is Monday, April 22 and the City of San Antonio’s Parks and Recreation Department will celebrate with a tree and plant giveaway this weekend.
San Antonio’s Parks and Recreation Department gets four awards at state conference
Read full article: San Antonio’s Parks and Recreation Department gets four awards at state conferenceThe state recognized San Antonio’s Parks and Recreation Department with four awards at a park conference last month. The department received the awards at the Texas Recreation and Park Society’s (TRAPS) annual conference in Galveston, including a coveted Texas Gold Medal award.
Explore the wonders of nature through art during free festival in Confluence Park
Read full article: Explore the wonders of nature through art during free festival in Confluence ParkThe San Antonio River Foundation will host Cochineala, a free festival that teaches people about organisms and animals through art, on Saturday.
Mitchell Lake Audubon Center hosts inaugural Wellness Weekend
Read full article: Mitchell Lake Audubon Center hosts inaugural Wellness WeekendMitchell Lake Audubon Center is excited to announce its inaugural Wellness Weekend event in collaboration with Live From the Southside, Latino Outdoors, and REACH Peer Support.
San Antonio Parks and Recreation awarded $1.5 million grant for West Side park
Read full article: San Antonio Parks and Recreation awarded $1.5 million grant for West Side parkThe $1.5 million grant will increase the number of outdoor activities available at Cassiano Park, which already has a pool, two playgrounds, a pavilion, picnic sites, a basketball court, and trail.
Bexar County buys former golf course for $4.5 million for 160-acre park
Read full article: Bexar County buys former golf course for $4.5 million for 160-acre parkBexar County Commissioners on Tuesday approved the purchase of nearly 160 acres of land for a new county park on the county’s northeast side.
San Antonio only ‘gold medal’ city in Texas, according to CityHealth’s rankings of public health policy
Read full article: San Antonio only ‘gold medal’ city in Texas, according to CityHealth’s rankings of public health policySan Antonio recently landed a spot on a list of cities praised for their public health policies aimed at assisting marginalized communities, according to data from CityHealth.
Entry to Big Bend, Padre Island National Seashore and other national parks will be free on these days in 2024
Read full article: Entry to Big Bend, Padre Island National Seashore and other national parks will be free on these days in 2024The National Park Service has announced the days when visitors can get into dozens of national parks for free in the new year.
More than 700 trees will be given away at Día del Árbol: Texas Arbor Day Celebration
Read full article: More than 700 trees will be given away at Día del Árbol: Texas Arbor Day CelebrationThe San Antonio Parks and Recreation Department will give away more than 700 trees during the Día del Árbol: Texas Arbor Day Celebration.
Portions of Big Bend National Park will be closed in October due to removal of non-native sheep
Read full article: Portions of Big Bend National Park will be closed in October due to removal of non-native sheepThe National Park Service will close sections of the Big Bend National Park in October due to the aerial shootings of non-native aoudad (barbary sheep).
New parks with trails and educational facilities opening along Medina, San Antonio rivers
Read full article: New parks with trails and educational facilities opening along Medina, San Antonio riversThe San Antonio River Authority is opening a 74-acre park in West Bexar County and a 351-acre park in South Bexar County just in time for fall outings.
1.2 million people visited San Antonio Missions last year, spent nearly $100 million in communities
Read full article: 1.2 million people visited San Antonio Missions last year, spent nearly $100 million in communitiesThe San Antonio Missions National Historical Park brought in 1.2 million visitors last year, resulting in millions of dollars benefiting the local economy, a report states.
San Antonio parks seeing string of thefts, vandalism over last few weeks
Read full article: San Antonio parks seeing string of thefts, vandalism over last few weeksA string of thefts and vandalism has hit local parks. In the last several weeks, a 3D model, an interactive microphone, and two plaques have been stolen.
Get outside on the South Side this summer at Mitchell Lake Audubon Center
Read full article: Get outside on the South Side this summer at Mitchell Lake Audubon CenterMitchell Lake Audubon Center is excited to partner with Live From the Southside magazine to encourage San Antonio residents to get outside on the South Side with up to four free entry tickets per visit for San Antonio residents with discount code SouthsideSummer23, starting July 1 through Aug. 31.
Bexar County parks will be closed Saturday, Sunday due to potential for flash flooding
Read full article: Bexar County parks will be closed Saturday, Sunday due to potential for flash floodingAll Bexar County parks will be closed Saturday and Sunday due to the potential for flash flooding, county officials announced on Friday.
Families wrap up Easter camping at San Antonio parks with holiday traditions
Read full article: Families wrap up Easter camping at San Antonio parks with holiday traditionsAfter camping all weekend long, braving cold temperatures and soggy weather, San Antonians in city parks geared up for a big day of traditional activities and fun for Easter.
Park officials share update on ‘mystery animal’ caught on camera in Rio Grande Valley
Read full article: Park officials share update on ‘mystery animal’ caught on camera in Rio Grande ValleyTexas state park officials may have figured out what kind of “mystery creature” was spotted lurking around at night in the Rio Grande Valley area.
‘Mystery animal’ caught on camera wandering around Rio Grande Valley area. Any guesses?
Read full article: ‘Mystery animal’ caught on camera wandering around Rio Grande Valley area. Any guesses?Texas state park officials are scratching their heads, trying to identify a “mystery animal” recently spotted lurking around the Rio Grande Valley area at night.
Nation’s oldest Spanish aqueduct located in San Antonio is getting $290,000 in repairs
Read full article: Nation’s oldest Spanish aqueduct located in San Antonio is getting $290,000 in repairsThe National Park Service announced that the nation’s oldest Spanish aqueduct, which is located in San Antonio, is undergoing much-needed repairs.
Padre Island National Seashore considers changes to beach driving, asks for public input
Read full article: Padre Island National Seashore considers changes to beach driving, asks for public inputThe Padre Island National Seashore is asking for public input on a series of possible changes at the national park, including potentially limiting beach driving.
Free Cinco de Mayo Festival on South Side will benefit Harlandale Education Foundation
Read full article: Free Cinco de Mayo Festival on South Side will benefit Harlandale Education FoundationThe May 7 event will feature a car show and a salsa contest; food trucks, vendors will be on site at Mission County Park
Veteran from South Side running 100 miles on San Antonio trails for autism awareness
Read full article: Veteran from South Side running 100 miles on San Antonio trails for autism awarenessFrank Vasquez is a veteran of the Marines, ultra-runner and motivational speaker. On April 23 and 24, he will be the first person to run 100 miles around San Antonio through the Howard W. Peak Greenway Trail System for autism awareness.
Easter camping to be allowed at Brackenridge, 8 other San Antonio parks this weekend
Read full article: Easter camping to be allowed at Brackenridge, 8 other San Antonio parks this weekendAfter a two-year ban on Easter camping at San Antonio parks due to COVID-19, authorities have decided to lift the curfew for this weekend.
H-E-B, Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation partner for conservation efforts
Read full article: H-E-B, Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation partner for conservation effortsSan Antonio-based grocery giant H-E-B has announced that it has partnered with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Foundation on a number of conservation efforts across the Lone Star State.
Vandals break into historic churches at San Antonio Missions, causing ‘considerable damage’
Read full article: Vandals break into historic churches at San Antonio Missions, causing ‘considerable damage’Investigators are seeking help from the public to identify vandals who broke into historic churches at San Antonio Missions National Historical Park earlier this month.
Bloom sculptures of native flowers come to life in San Antonio parks and trails
Read full article: Bloom sculptures of native flowers come to life in San Antonio parks and trailsIf you have walked, run or ridden in some of the San Antonio city parks or trailheads recently, you may have noticed large beautiful sculptures depicting South Texas native flowers.
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5 parks around San Antonio to visit this spring
Read full article: 5 parks around San Antonio to visit this springSan Antonio – Spring is here and it is time to get outside, but you don’t have to go far to enjoy the great outdoors. These 5 San Antonio area parks are great spots to enjoy the weather before the summer heat arrives. Brackenridge Park - The park is home to a stretch of the San Antonio River, the Japanese Tea Garden, Sunken Garden Theater, the San Antonio Zoo, Lambert Beach and Tony “Skipper” Martinez ball fields. Hemisfair Park - Hemisfair is a community with residences, local businesses and three public parks in the heart of San Antonio. To learn more about these parks as well as other parks to visit around the city, head to the San Antonio Parks & Recreation website.
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Our Native Daughters bring Black women's voices to forefront
Read full article: Our Native Daughters bring Black women's voices to forefrontThis image released by Smithsonian Channel shows, from left, Rhiannon Giddens, Allison Russell, Leyla McCalla and Amythyst Kiah, of Our Native Daughters, near Parks, La., on Jan. 29, 2018. The group will appear in the documentary "Reclaiming History: Our Native Daughters" premiering Monday on Smithsonian Channel. (Terri Fensel/Smithsonian Channel via AP)NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Playing a banjo as a Black female artist is a form of activism for the four members of Our Native Daughters. Why does someone assume if you’re Black, you must be doing urban music, whatever that means?” said Russell. “Songs of Our Native Daughters” which came out on the Smithsonian Folkways record label in 2019, focused on the stories of women during the transatlantic slave trade, but also the triumphs of Black women.
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San Antonio woman’s mashed potato hack goes viral on Buzzfeed
Read full article: San Antonio woman’s mashed potato hack goes viral on BuzzfeedSAN ANTONIO – A San Antonio woman has recently started trending on Buzzfeed and TikTok thanks to her clever hack about how she makes mashed potatoes. Jourdyn “Jeaux” Parks shared her mashed potato routine to TikTok on Dec. 30 and gave advice for people who prefer their skin on and off when making squishy spuds. Here’s where her trick comes in though, she only uses about a cup of water to boil the potatoes. The rest is chicken or beef stock, depending on what you’re going to serve your mashed potatoes with. For the full rundown of how Parks makes her potatoes click here.
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Best reasons to visit each of the San Antonio Missions
Read full article: Best reasons to visit each of the San Antonio MissionsThe San Antonio Missions National Historical Park was designed to protect and preserve four Spanish frontier missions: Mission Concepcion, Mission San Jose, Mission San Juan Capistrano and Mission Espada. Here are some really great reasons to check out the San Antonio Missions on the South Side. Mission San José at San Antonio Missions National Historical Park (Live From the Southside)Mission San Juan CapistranoMission San Juan Capistrano was built in East Texas in 1716 and was later moved to San Antonio in 1731. Mission San José at San Antonio Missions National Historical Park (Live From the Southside)By bus, VIVA Bus Line 40, also known as the VIVA Missions Route, has stops at all 4 Missions. By taxi, San Antonio Taxi is one of San Antonio’s largest taxi service and Yellow Cab is owned by the Greater San Antonio Transportation Company, San Antonio’s largest taxi service.
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Broncos' A.J. Bouye suspended six games for PED violation
Read full article: Broncos' A.J. Bouye suspended six games for PED violationDenver Broncos cornerback A.J. “Yeah, I was disappointed for him,” Broncos coach Vic Fangio said about an hour after the league suspended Bouye. Missing the final four games of 2020 will cost Bouye $2.34 million. The suspension would hang over Bouye into 2021 when he’d have to sit out the first two regular-season games. Given the injuries and suspension at cornerback, Parks said he was getting a crash course in the Broncos’ 2020 playbook.