45 Cheers to 45 Years: City of San Antonio to announce changes to annual ‘Raul Jimenez Thanksgiving Dinner’

The special press conference will take place Tuesday with special announcements for a new approach to serve more in the community. SAN ANTONIO — Organizers are coming together Tuesday morning for a press conference to celebrate 45 years of serving others at the annual “Raul Jimenez Thanksgiving Dinner.” The dinner serves 25,000 people with the … Read more

Residents gather for Halloween block party aimed at shining positive light on San Antonio’s east-side community

Organizers said the event is not only a great way for families to connect but also to showcase the great, yet often misunderstood side of San Antonio. SAN ANTONIO — Hundreds gathered for a block party on San Antonio’s east-side on Sunday. The annual Hallo-east Community Block Party is hosted by the group San Antonio … Read more

9th Annual Texas Kosher BBQ Championship will be held on Sunday

The winning teams will receive a coveted belt buckle memorializing the BBQ, a grand prize check of $2,000 and bragging rights for a year. SAN ANTONIO — The 9th Annual Texas Kosher BBQ Championship is back for another year of food and family fun! Each year, Congregation Agudas Achim presents the largest Kosher BBQ Championship … Read more

‘This is a big change in Texas’ | Diwali celebrations take over Houston as fireworks sales for the festival kick off for the first time

Harris County officials approved fireworks sales for the Festival of Lights from Oct. 25 to Nov. 1. HOUSTON — For Diwali celebrations in Harris County, an extra flare is being added to the festivities this year. In September, the Harris County Commissioners Court approved fireworks sales for Diwali — the “Festival of Lights” — celebrated … Read more

Things to do in SA this weekend: Celebrate Day of the Dead, catch some legendary rockers in concert and more

Diá de los Muertos gets off to an early start this weekend with the return of Muertos Fest at Hemisfair. SAN ANTONIO — The last weekend of October will be a busy one in San Antonio.  From major concerts and Halloween fun to Día de los Muertos kickoff celebrations, there’s a long list to choose … Read more