College student who owns food business says he’s ready for crowds after positive review by TikTok food critic Keith Lee

Ishmael Wilson is the owner of HTX Food Plug. He makes boudin balls fried in a Hot Cheetos crust. HOUSTON — A small business owner in Houston prepped for potentially his busiest weekend yet Friday after viral food critic Keith Lee reviewed his boudin balls. Ishmael Wilson is a full-time college student who started his … Read more

The historic Guadalupe Theater closes down for over a year of renovations

40th annual Holiday Saxophones show was the last performance before renovations began. SAN ANTONIO — The curtains have closed at the Historic Guadalupe Theater on San Antonio’s west side, at least, for now. After Friday night’s Holiday Saxophones show, the venue will close while it is renovated. Musical Director George Prado has been a part … Read more

UPDATE: Young mother passes away from injuries in Cherokee County crash leaving behind 1-year-old daughter

CUNEY, Texas — A young East Texas mother passed away Friday following a wreck in Cherokee County earlier this month, leaving behind her 1-year-old daughter.   Jazmin Macias, 24, of Little Elm, died in connection with injuries from a two-vehicle wreck on Dec. 8 near Cuney, according to information from family members. The father of her … Read more

‘I’m just happy to be here’ | Heart procedure saves St. Ambrose athlete’s life

After her sophomore year, Keeli Frerich discovered she had a low heart rate. A year and a half later, she would undergo a life-changing procedure. DAVENPORT, Iowa — For many years, soccer has been a huge passion for Keeli Frerich. Her passion would lead her to play at St. Ambrose University. Exercising has been a … Read more