‘Somebody knows something’: 5 years after her sister was murdered in San Antonio, one woman refuses to give up hope

Pam Smotherman was killed at the E-Z Mart in Garden Ridge on July 29, 2020. Her sister, Harriett Mendez, now feels there’s renewed hope for justice. SAN ANTONIO — July 29, 2020, is a date Harriett Mendez will never forget. It’s the night her sister, Pam Smotherman, was murdered while working the overnight shift at … Read more

Local volunteers bring hope to flood-hit areas with crucial cleaning supplies

On Saturday, volunteers in collaboration with Convoy of Hope helped create essential kits which will be delivered to areas in Texas recovering from floods. SAN ANTONIO — In the wake of destruction, hope is showing up in the form of volunteers. From clearing debris to handing out supplies, everyday people are making a big difference.  … Read more

How Gruene Hall, the oldest operating dance hall in Texas, changed country music forever | Remember the Alamo City

Gruene Hall has a rich history of hosting some of the most recognizable country music stars in the industry. And it all started with a bathroom break. NEW BRAUNFELS, Texas — “Remember the Alamo City” has covered some of the most historic and iconic places in San Antonio. But local history doesn’t just lie close to … Read more

How Gruene Hall, the oldest dance hall in Texas, changed country music forever | Remember the Alamo City

Gruene Hall has a rich history of hosting some of the most recognizable country music stars in the industry. And it all started with a bathroom break. NEW BRAUNFELS, Texas — “Remember the Alamo City” has covered some of the most historic and iconic places in San Antonio. But local history doesn’t just lie close to … Read more