Local church calls for volunteers to help improve reading levels in underprivileged area

SAN ANTONIO – Denise Santana has a lot of patience and love for the kids she serves through the Harpers Chapels Ministries. The free after-school program has grown in popularity, prompting volunteers to expand services from one to three days a week. “The kids need consistency,” Santana said. Children in the program are given something … Read more

San Antonio couple stuck in Mexico City after man’s girlfriend allegedly drugged

MEXICO – A San Antonio couple is experiencing what you’d describe as a “nightmare vacation.” Anthony Grigsby, 41, and his girlfriend, Rachel Villarreal, 36, were supposed to be back in the Alamo City on Jan. 16. But since then, they’ve been in a Mexico City hospital. “This, unfortunately, happened to us, and this is our … Read more

‘My heart died’ | Venus pastor’s beloved wife and 17-year-old daughter killed in weekend crash

According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, the accident happened at 2:30 p.m. on I-20 East in Howard County. VENUS, Texas — For years at New Hope Community Church in Venus, Senior Pastor Mark McDaniel helped his congregants cope with pain and loss. “People would come to me with grief and heartache,” he told … Read more

Missing Live Oak teen found, Selma police say

He had been missing for several days. SELMA, Texas — Selma police said they have located a 17-year-old who is safe with his family after leaving home the morning of Jan. 26.  Live Oak police previously confirmed they were searching for the teen. Authorities thanked the public for their help, adding an investigation remains ongoing.  … Read more