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UTSA engineering students launch Halloween pumpkins for annual educational competition

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In the annual Monster Mash Pumpkin Smash, students compete to see who can launch the furthest pumpkin for a chance at $1,000. SAN ANTONIO — Leftover Halloween pumpkins were put to good use in the University of Texas at San Antonio’s (UTSA) annual Monster Mash Pumpkin Smash. The festive and educational competition involves engineering students … Read more

BCSO looking for 61-year-old woman last seen sitting on the staircase of her apartment

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Sandra Alvarez, 61, was last seen on Friday wearing a red top and shorts at her apartment located at 8355 Crestway Dr. BEXAR COUNTY, Texas — A woman last seen sitting on the staircase of her Converse apartment is missing, according to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office. Sandra Alvarez, 61, was last seen on Friday … Read more

Roadrunners hand Memphis their second loss of the season after surviving late run

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Led by Owen McCown’s four touchdown passes, UTSA get their fourth win of the season as they defeat the Tigers. SAN ANTONIO — UTSA earned their fourth win of the season after handing Memphis their second loss Saturday, 44-36. After being tied 24-24 in a back-and-forth game going into halftime, the UTSA offense and defense … Read more

Five things to watch: San Antonio Spurs vs. Minnesota Timberwolves

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SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Spurs (2-3) will host the Minnesota Timberwolves (3-2) Saturday night at the Frost Center Arena. GAME REWIND The Spurs are coming off a 106-88 road win versus Utah. Victor Wembanyama had a bounce-back performance with 25 points, nine rebounds, five blocks, and five steals. Jeremy Sochan finished with 11 … Read more