SAN ANTONIO

SAN ANTONIO – Gone are many of the elegant 19th century houses that graced much of Dignowity Hill where many of the city’s early leaders in business and industry raised their families. Still, there are vestiges of its affluent past in the mansions that took their place, many known by their familiar names such as … Read more

SAN ANTONIO – As of Monday morning, operations at the international railway crossing bridges in Eagle Pass and El Paso are suspended. U.S. Customs and Border Patrol said they needed to suspend the crossings in part because of the recent resurgence of smuggling organizations moving migrants through Mexico via freight trains. The same day the … Read more

It was a gorgeous weekend in South Central Texas with plenty of sunshine, low humidity, and comfortable temperatures, but it was a different story for folks along the East Coast. A strong low-pressure system brought heavy rains, flooding issues, and strong winds from Florida to the Carolinas, and is now posing the same threats to … Read more

SAN ANTONIO – George Frederick said he defines Dignowity Hill as its history and its people. “I’m glad to be a part of it,” Frederick said. “To be honest with you, this is where the action is.” Frederick serves as the president of Hope House Ministries. For more than 15 years, at the corner of … Read more

SAN ANTONIO – An interesting contrast exists in Dignowity Hill. It’s a brick-and-mortar example of the name chosen for this edition of “Know My Neighborhood: Preservation vs. Progress.” Except in this instance, it might be more appropriate to say preservation and progress. The Carver The Carver Community Cultural Center, or The Carver as it’s known … Read more

SAN ANTONIO – People who live in the Dignowity Hill community say they are hungry for change when it comes to the kinds of food they have available in their neighborhood. Some, including Kristian Ratcliffe, said the historic area just east of downtown San Antonio is chock full of businesses where they can get a … Read more