A Silent Stand in Salado: How Women Closed the Town’s Only Saloon | Weird Wild West

In 1882, Salado’s women employed a unique protest to close the town’s only saloon, using knitting, patience and presence to uphold community morals. SALADO, Texas — Long before protests had hashtags or boycotts went viral, a group of determined women in Salado shut down the town’s only saloon using nothing more than knitting needles, patience … Read more

State Fair of Texas Rodeo paused for the upcoming 2026 season, officials say

This is not goodbye, it’s so long for now, according to the State Fair. 🤠 DALLAS — The State Fair of Texas has made the decision to pause its rodeo for the 2026 fair season, officials say.  In a statement released on Sunday, the State Fair says it evaluates its entertainment, attraction, and exhibitor offerings … Read more

San Antonio climbs national film rankings, named a top film-friendly city

San Antonio climbs to No. 14 of top film-friendly cities in North America, driven by robust incentives, diverse locations and booming local production. SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio has earned a spot among the top film-friendly cities in North America for the eighth year in a row, according to MovieMaker Magazine’s 2026 rankings. The city … Read more

San Antonio Restaurant Weeks returns with new dining deals across the city

Proceeds from the event help support CULINARIA’s year-round work promoting San Antonio as a food and wine destination. SAN ANTONIO — Clear your calendars and loosen your belts. San Antonio Restaurant Weeks is bringing two weeks of specially priced, multi-course meals to restaurants across the city, according to a press release. CULINARIA, a nonprofit organization … Read more

James Avery unveils new store on San Antonio’s north side

After the official opening, James Avery said it will host a grand opening celebration on Jan. 24 featuring gift card giveaways and more. SAN ANTONIO — A Texas jewelry favorite is growing its San Antonio footprint. James Avery Artisan Jewelry is opening a new store on the city’s north side on Saturday, continuing its longtime … Read more

Zito’s Deli still going strong 50 years later | Neighborhood Eats

The San Antonio submarine sandwich shop is still thriving despite steady competition. SAN ANTONIO — Zito’s Deli in San Antonio celebrated 50 years in 2025.  “I always kid people that we just don’t let anybody in here,” says Brad Zito, owner of Zito’s Deli. “You’ve got to know somebody….time flies when you are having fun. … Read more

Gunter Hotel unveils chef-curated ‘dog menu’ at Jots restaurant in downtown San Antonio

The new menu allows dogs to dine alongside their owners at the historic hotel just steps from the River Walk, according to the Gunter Hotel. SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio’s four-legged foodies have a new reason to wag their tails downtown. The Gunter Hotel announced it has launched a chef-curated dog menu at its signature … Read more