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On Thursday, I spoke with San Antonio retired veteran, U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sergeant Dana Cisneros,who was recently honored with an all-terrain wheelchair at the Alamo in San Antonio for her services by the non-profit that assists veterans, Freedom Alliance.

This is San Antonio veteran, U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery Sergeant Dana Cisneros. She's trying out her new all-terrain wheelchair. Story coming soon.

This Threads post! πŸ˜­πŸ’” β€œThe hardest thing in this world is to live in it. Be brave. Live.. for me.” Buffy the Vampire Slayer, season 5 finale, β€œThe Gift”. www.threads.net/@thelegacyof...

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April 22nd! I. Am. There! (Squeals) πŸ™ŒπŸΌπŸ«ΆπŸΌπŸ’―βœ¨οΈ youtu.be/AE4wxt70aUM?...

Possible measles exposures happened at various locations in San Antonio on Saturday, Feb. 15, according to the Texas Department of State Health Services. www.tpr.org/public-healt...

The team announced that Victor Wembanyama has deep vein thrombosis in his right shoulder, forcing him off the team for the rest of the season.

We seem to be having a disagreement about workspace and playtime. πŸ˜†β€οΈπŸˆβ€β¬› Working from home 🏑 πŸ˜‚

The ASL and sensory friendly performances is on Sat. Feb. 22 at 2 p.m. People with disabilities get in free for that showing. www.tpr.org/bioscience-m...

Violinist Maria DueΓ±as draws on bel canto to make her violin β€œsing” the caprices of Paganini. My interview with her on the occasion of her new album: www.tpr.org/arts-culture...

The fired staffers were tasked with making sure medications given to animals work well and are safe.

Thomas Murray, a sophomore at Central Catholic High School, wants the public's help to raise funds for his 5K fundraiser to create an accessible-friendly playground as part of his Eagle Scout project. www.tpr.org/arts-culture...

My heart is so full! πŸ₯° I'm so proud of my cast, the staged reading, and extremely proud of the story we got to tell and the feedback we got from the audience! I can't wait for the full production in May! Grateful for my friends Amanda (pictured), Anthony, and Ardis, who came to support me 🩷

Here at Overtime Theater ❀️ Going to check out the first of Teatro Audaz's reading, Dora's Westside Adventures! ✨️ Here with the playwright of Guardian Angel, Adrian Noel! We are on at 7 p.m. tonight! 🎭 If you're in San Antonio, come by and check it out! Link to reserve your spot in comments 😊

Me getting ready for tonight's staged table reading and repeating tbis in my head. Minus the whole handsome prince waiting for me to show up. πŸ™ƒπŸŽ­ Wish me luck

On #Fronteras: Methodist Healthcare Ministries partnered with @tamu.bsky.social to study arsenic in the drinking water of colonias in the RGV. Hear what was learned in this 2-yr study with Drs. Garett Sansom & Taehyun Roh, and Christine Yanas. @texaspublicradio.bsky.social shorturl.at/TY43G

Happy Valentine's Day! πŸ₯°

I'm directing a short play! 🎭 If you're in San Antonio this weekend, come see two free staged table readings. Reserve your spot today! 🩷 givebutter.com/4Azmgl?fbcli...

🎢 I can't wait to see your face Crash when we're switching lanes My love's beyond the pain But if I miss the brake, we're dancin' in the flames It's indescribable 🎢 open.spotify.com/track/7z7kvU...

A police chase in downtown San Antonio ended Thursday afternoon with officers shooting and killing one suspect and injuring another as the getaway vehicle crashed into a building and caught fire. Read more here. www.tpr.org/criminal-jus...

Listen to Texas Standard for my story on The Mermaid Cafe πŸ§œπŸ»β€β™€οΈ β˜•οΈπŸ§

The production begins at 7 on Friday night and Saturday night at Southwest High School. Read more here. www.tpr.org/arts-culture...

Here at Palo Alto College to see Miscast Theatre Company 's production of 17 Minutes.

Today was a good, busy day. Had the pleasure of interviewing the owner of The Mermaid Cafe. Leah, Drew, and Karen were kind enough to bring me one of their cakes. Gluten-free! It was delicious, and I can't wait for it to open - hopefully in March. 🩷 πŸ“Έ @normdog1.bsky.social

On #Fronteras: Latino USA: A Cartoon History by Ilan Stavans, illustrated by @laloalcaraz.bsky.social, encompasses Latino history from 1492-2024. Stavans talks about balancing humor with history, even when that history is challenged and challenging. @texaspublicradio.bsky.social shorturl.at/vsqGP

This song has been in my head all day! Had to interrupt my Wicked soundtrack to listen to this one πŸ˜ƒπŸ©· open.spotify.com/track/7z7kvU...

In case you missed me on Texas Standard. Here's my story on Miscast Theatre Company's new play! 🩷

I'm on Texas Standard now! Listen to my latest story!

17 Minutes is a dramatic play that takes place in the aftermath of a school shooting. Read more here. www.tpr.org/arts-culture...

Most San Antonio school districts resumed class Wednesday, but SAISD schools have not.

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This mornings snow featuring Poe gazing out the window.πŸ˜†πŸ©·πŸˆβ€β¬›β„οΈπŸ₯Ά

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Leon Valley Public Library will follow NISD decisions on closures on Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2025. Northside ISD is canceling classes on Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2025 due to inclement weather.

San Antonio University/College closures: University of Texas at San Antonio (Sent notice on Friday) Alamo Colleges Texas A&M San Antonio St. Mary's University

The City of San Antonio is opening up six overnight Resilience Hubs beginning tonight at 6 p.m. www.sa.gov/Directory/Ne...

San Antonio School Closure Updates - Northside ISD and Northeast ISD have canceled classes and all extracurricular events for Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2025 due to inclement weather. Classes are expected to resume Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025, and will continue to monitor weather conditions.

Click to read about MLK weather in San Antonio, school closures, and chances of snow. πŸ₯Ά

Cat won't let me finish working. Had to get out of everything. Move your booty! πŸ˜‚β€οΈπŸˆβ€β¬› Love my baby!

Me, the person who gets cold easily, caught without the proper jacket and freezing her hands off while waiting for the bus. Oops! πŸ™ƒ

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