SAN ANTONIO

Mid-century modern homes are time capsules

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SAN ANTONIO – Driving the serpentine streets of Shearer Hills/Ridgeview is like looking through a retro lens. “I was flabbergasted. I was like, ‘Wow, look at all these beautiful mid-century modern homes,’” said Andrea Duarte, recalling the time she was making the move from a big city apartment to San Antonio. “It had that very … Read more

Flood risk remains high for parts of Shearer Hills/Ridgeview neighborhood

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SAN ANTONIO – The Shearer Hills/Ridgeview neighborhood is centrally located in San Antonio, but it’s that location that also puts those who live there in a precarious position. It sits next to Olmos Basin and lies in the Olmos Creek watershed. Additionally, urbanization has occurred around the neighborhood’s edges, increasing the flood risk. Flooding has … Read more

‘Driven by fear’: Shearer Hills/Ridgeview neighbors weigh in on Migrant Resource Center

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SAN ANTONIO – People who live in Shearer Hills/Ridgeview describe the community as welcoming, and over the past two years, they’ve welcomed thousands of temporary neighbors. In 2022, the neighborhood became the home of the Migrant Resource Center, located on San Pedro Avenue. The city opened the facility to help asylum seekers reach their final … Read more

Shearer Hills/Ridgeview: A hidden gem that converges food and shopping, and navigates country’s immigration issue

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SAN ANTONIO – Neighbors call it one of the city’s best-kept secrets, a gem. They have the iconic North Star Mall boots in their boundary and a slice of San Antonio nostalgia at the Rollercade. It’s also where political division and humanity meet, as it is the site of the San Antonio Migrant Resource Center. … Read more

SAFC announces new jersey partner in local health nonprofit

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SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio FC’s newest jersey partnership comes from a homegrown health nonprofit. SAFC jerseys will feature the logo of Community First Health Plans for the coming season, the team announced Thursday. Recommended Videos Toyota — which previously acted as jersey sponsor — will remain as the naming rights partner for the field, … Read more

Residents frustrated as bike lane project in Shearer Hills/Ridgeview remains stagnant

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SAN ANTONIO – Libby Day says one of her favorite things about the Shearer Hills/Ridgeview neighborhood is its position within the city to places like the airport, shopping centers and downtown San Antonio. “Everything that you need is super close. But there are some challenges when it comes to getting around,” the avid bicyclist said. … Read more