January 2024 now the second wettest on record; rain brings improvements to aquifer, drought monitor

Rounds of rain this week have brought multi-inch rainfall totals to parts of South Central Texas, helping the Edwards Aquifer and area rivers, along with improving areas of drought. Key Points Since Sunday (Jan. 21), over 5 and a half inches of rain have fallen in San Antonio This rain brings our monthly total to … Read more

San Antonio chefs, restaurants named semifinalists for prestigious James Beard Awards

SAN ANTONIO – Some of the best and brightest in San Antonio’s food scene are one step closer to nationwide recognition. The James Beard Foundation announced semifinalists Wednesday for the 2024 James Beard Awards. Those who were named semifinalists include chefs and restaurants from all 50 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. The … Read more

Here’s your Republican Party March primary sample ballot for Bexar County

SAN ANTONIO – Texas will hold its 2024 primary elections on March 5, also known as Super Tuesday. Voters will nominate candidates to represent the Democratic and Republican parties for the November general election. Candidates on the ballot include US president, US Senate, congressional and state legislative offices, the State Board of Education, the Railroad … Read more