Absenteeism spiked in the pandemic. Texas schools want the state’s help to keep students in the classroom.

Chronically absent students — those who missed at least 10% of their school days — are more likely to drop out, education advocates say. TEXAS, USA — This story was first published in The Texas Tribune and can be viewed here.  In a typical school week, Delaila Constante makes more than a dozen calls to … Read more

A mom, a student: How a San Antonio parent juggles school, work and child care for a better future

One in four Texas students is raising a child while getting a college degree. For Isabella Mapes, it has meant little sleep and, at times, a lonely journey. SAN ANTONIO — This story was first published on The Texas Tribune and can be viewed here.  Labor had come so early in the morning, the contractions … Read more

Devin Vassell to have his high school jersey retired; Chris Paul, Stephon Castle featured in commercial filmed in San Antonio

Vassell’s No. 24 high school jersey will be raised to the rafters. SAN ANTONIO — Congratulations to San Antonio Spurs‘ Devin Vassell, as his Peachtree Ridge High School basketball jersey will be retired. The school announced that Vassell’s No. 24 jersey will be raised to the rafters Tuesday night in his hometown of  Suwanee, Georgia. … Read more

San Antonio Spurs’ GM Brian Wright: The architect of success | Locked On Spurs

SAN ANTONIO — With General Manager Brian Wright at the helm, the San Antonio Spurs are making strategic moves that fans approve of. Host Jeff Garcia and guest Raul Dominguez from the AP Sports dissect the implications of the De’Aaron Fox trade, Wright’s impressive track record, and the Spurs’ recent matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies.  … Read more

Spurs’ GM Brian Wright: The architect of success | Locked On Spurs

SAN ANTONIO — With General Manager Brian Wright at the helm, the San Antonio Spurs are making strategic moves that fans approve of. Host Jeff Garcia and guest Raul Dominguez from the AP Sports dissect the implications of the De’Aaron Fox trade, Wright’s impressive track record, and the Spurs’ recent matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies.  … Read more

Bexar County reinstates burn ban for 90 days

The order previously expired on Jan. 27, but Bexar County is experiencing “above normal dry conditions which exacerbate severe brush fire conditions.” BEXAR COUNTY, Texas — A burn ban order has been reinstated after being approved by Bexar County Commissioners Court. The order previously expired on Jan. 27. Bexar County is experiencing “above normal dry … Read more