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People’s reaction to adversity is an indicator of character. Tornados, fires, and floods can be viewed as catastrophic events that tear a family or a community apart by creating permanent victimhood status. Or such events can unite communities by allowing people to eagerly accept the challenge of rebuilding and restoring. This is what happened with the devastating floods of 1998 […]
Coach a person to live now to secure forever
I once again have been taken aback by the circumstances of life and how fast things can change, putting even the most perfect of schedules into a tailspin. Last week was a doozy! Sunday began with the death of a congregation member and pending funeral. Monday I couldn’t get yard work done, too much rain. Tuesday came with a double […]
All Veterans Career Fair is Sept. 1
DAV and RecruitMilitary will hold an All Veterans Career Fair at the Norris Conference Centers, located at 618 NW Loop 410, No. 207, in San Antonio on Thursday, Sept. 1, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. This is a free hiring event for veterans, military spouses, guardsmen, and reservists. Among those companies attending are JP Morgan Chase, Dean Foods, FedEx […]
RSVP seeks reading volunteers
RSVP (Retired Senior Volunteer Program) is currently seeking volunteers ages 55 and up for its America Reads program. Volunteers read with elementary school students, helping with words and comprehension. For more information, call 830-947-3465 or visit RSVPTLU.org.
International Overdose Awareness Day
Help raise awareness and reduce the stigma of drug-related deaths at International Overdose Awareness Day on Wednesday, Aug. 31, from 5-7:30 p.m. at Travis Park at 301 E. Travis St. in San Antonio. The event spreads the message that overdose deaths are preventable and will include informational resource tables and a guest speaker. For more information, contact Debra De La […]
Learn to be prepared in an emergency
The community is welcome to attend a free Emergency Preparedness Fair on Saturday, Aug. 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at 636 Oakhaven Road in Pleasanton. The event will include presenters, demonstrations, and hands-on activities for the entire family. For more information, contact Katrina Sprague at 210-859-4292 or Sabrina7812@gmail.com.
Isaac graduates from basic training
U.S. Air Force Air National Guard Airman 1st Class Damian A. Isaac has graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland in San Antonio. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training also earn […]
La Vernia school district trustees propose 2-cent property-tax hike
La Vernia Independent School District taxpayers may see a 2-cent property-tax rate increase. District trustees proposed the increase in a special Aug. 15 meeting to consider the tax. The increase, if adopted, would raise the current school-tax payment of $1.375 per $100 property valuation to $1.395 per $100 property valuation. This would be an increase from $1,946.82 to $2,071, or […]
Stockdale approves $1.95M budget
The Stockdale City Council has adopted its 2016-17 fiscal year budget after two public hearings — one each for the budget and tax rate — were held. During an Aug. 18 special called meeting, City Manager Banks Akin said the city’s operating budget includes revenue of $1,946,590.64, with expenditures of $1,867,867.27, leaving a balance of $78,723.37. One of the primary […]
Applicants fill November ballots
There’s still time to file to fill the seat being vacated by Johnny Ray Nieto on the Floresville City Council, but 5 p.m. Aug. 22 was the last day to file to run for mayor and council places 1 and 2. Filing for place 3 closes at 5 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 25. As of press time Aug. 22, the following […]
