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Flags placed on graves at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery for Memorial Day
Read full article: Flags placed on graves at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery for Memorial DayHundreds of volunteers took time to honor and remember veterans at the Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery on Sunday, placing small American flags at 125,000 sites.
United Way volunteers to assemble emergency kits for 9/11 days of service and remembrance
Read full article: United Way volunteers to assemble emergency kits for 9/11 days of service and remembranceThe United Way of San Antonio and Bexar County is creating hundreds of family emergency kits for their 9/11 days of service and remembrance.
Whatās Up South Texas! Air Force veteran houses homeless veterans through his business
Read full article: Whatās Up South Texas! Air Force veteran houses homeless veterans through his businessA San Antonio Air Foce veteran has combined his love for serving his country and his love for real estate to start a business dedicated to helping other veterans experiencing homelessness.
Whatās Up South Texas! SA woman opens recovery program for those battling substance use disorders
Read full article: Whatās Up South Texas! SA woman opens recovery program for those battling substance use disordersA San Antonio woman is helping those battling substance use disorders stay on track to recovery through her outpatient recovery program.
San Antonio business owner encourages others to support hurricane relief for Idaās aftermath
Read full article: San Antonio business owner encourages others to support hurricane relief for Idaās aftermathA San Antonio business owner is encouraging the community to step up and help people dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Ida, which is now a tropical depression.
Whatās Up South Texas!: Cibolo business feeds hundreds during pandemic through pay-it-forward program
Read full article: Whatās Up South Texas!: Cibolo business feeds hundreds during pandemic through pay-it-forward programA Cibolo couple did not let the pandemic stop them from serving essential workers a free meal thanks to a pay-it-forward idea their son thought of years ago.
Whatās Up South Texas!: Officer honors fallen partner through Police Athletic League for children
Read full article: Whatās Up South Texas!: Officer honors fallen partner through Police Athletic League for childrenA San Antonio police officer nearly killed in the line of duty dedicates his life to bridging the gap between law enforcement and the community in honor of his fallen partner.
Somerset community raises funds for proper memorial service for mother tragically killed
Read full article: Somerset community raises funds for proper memorial service for mother tragically killedThe community of Somerset came together Sunday afternoon for a plate sale in honor of a mother who was tragically murdered.
Whatās Up South Texas!: San Antonio women combine community leadership to serve underserved teens
Read full article: Whatās Up South Texas!: San Antonio women combine community leadership to serve underserved teensTwo powerful San Antonio women have combined their community leadership to serve teenagers in need at Southside Independent School District.
Family hit twice by gun violence remembers legacy of late Army drill sergeant
Read full article: Family hit twice by gun violence remembers legacy of late Army drill sergeantSAN ANTONIO ā A Topeka, Kansas, family is demanding justice after their loved one, U.S. Army Drill Sgt. Jessica Mitchell, was gunned down early New Yearās Day. The family said Jessica Mitchell was beyond loved by those who knew her. āShe is shy at first but very positive,ā said Mayo Mitchell, Jessicaās father, also an Army veteran. They had this to say for the suspect still at large:āThou shall not kill,ā Mayo Mitchell said.
Whatās Up South Texas!: 2020 year-in-review
Read full article: Whatās Up South Texas!: 2020 year-in-reviewSouth Texas ā Despite the coronavirus pandemic and a year filled with frustrations, restrictions, and losses, the community of South Texas hasnāt stop spreading love in the community. Several men, women, children and animals have kept us smiling, inspired, and hopeful about the future. Below are links to the stories we saw on Whatās Up South Texas! :If you have a story or know someone who has a story and is making a difference in our community, send in your tips to jgray@ksat.com or on Facebook at KSAT Japhanie Gray. We would love to kick 2021 off on a fantastic note!
New Braunfels Catholic church celebrates 175 years of history
Read full article: New Braunfels Catholic church celebrates 175 years of historyNew Braunfels ā The year 1845 does not only represent a landmark for the city of New Braunfels, but also the start of the Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church in the city. COVID-19 canceled the city and churchās big plans to celebrate the huge milestone birthday, but that hasnāt stopped church officials from appreciating the history behind it all. āThe bishop came over and talked to the city leaders of New Braunfels and said, āHey, you guys promised us some land for our church. āIt was the little room that grew,ā Phelan said. āThis church has been here for a very very long time,ā Phelan said.