Special Coverage

National News Know-how Media Literacy Program accepting applications

Written by San Antonio Pub... on May 10, 2013

San Antonio Public Library is currently accepting applications for its “News Know-how” program, a two-week media literacy program for teens grades 10 -12. There are 15 participant openings and the program will run July 22 – August 2, 2013 at Central Library.

"Ballroom Luminoso" illuminates Theo/Malone underpass

Written by City of San Antonio on May 10, 2013

The City’s Department for Culture and Creative Development (DCCD) added another site to San Antonio’s roster of public art which spans all city council districts. City Councilman David Medina hosted the unveiling and was joined by City Manager Sheryl Sculley and other City officials in lighting “Ballroom Luminoso” at the underpass of Theo/Malone and IH-35, located on the south side of District 5.

Sign up for Girls Inc. Glenda Woods Girls University Summer Camp

Written by Girls Inc on May 08, 2013

Enrollment for Girls Inc. of San Antonio’s annual Glenda Woods Girls University summer camp is going on now. The 2013 session of Glenda Woods Girls University will take place at three sites around San Antonio this summer, serving a total of 140 girls from June 10 through August 16, 2013, Monday through Friday from 7:45 am to 5:30 pm.

Vocal cord therapy restores singer’s range

Written by School of Medicine on Apr 30, 2013

Joe Miraglilo sings four days a week at Durty Nelly’s Irish Pub on the San Antonio River Walk. His repertoire extends from ’50s to current hits. “It’s not uncommon for me to sing five or six Journey songs in a row, followed by Def Leppard and Bon Jovi,” he said. “People love to hear Journey on the piano.”

The piano bar is a happening place over the holidays, and this past season was no exception. “The Friday and Saturday night of the Alamo Bowl I had huge crowds, but I knew something was wrong with my voice,” Miraglilo said.

SAWS Board Trustee requests City rescind approval of water service in Comal County

Written by annalisapeace on Apr 29, 2013

On March 11, 2013, the Board of Trustees of the San Antonio Water System approved water and wastewater service to Crescent Hills, a development located entirely in Comal County on the Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone.