History

SATXtoday: torch of friendship
Culture
Unwrap these four gifts given to the city of San Antonio
These city gifts are way better than a Jelly of the Month Club membership.
December 24, 2025 03:00 AM
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Staff
SATXtoday: Bexar County Buffalo Soldiers Association
History
Buffalo Soldiers and their impact on San Antonio
Diving into the Bexar County Buffalo Soldiers’ Association and the history of the Buffalo Soldier
February 27, 2024
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Adriana Christian
Capture of the Alamo on a cloudy day.
History
The Travis Letter returns to the Alamo
View the famous letter on display at this World Heritage Site
February 16, 2024
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Adriana Christian
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History
San Antonio Zoo discovers time capsule from 1993
Let’s take a peek inside and see the artifacts from 1993.
February 2, 2024
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Nicholas Caballero
SATXtoday: DreamWeek San Antonio
Events
DreamWeek Summit 2024 returns to San Antonio
Find out how you can celebrate and honor the legacy of MLK in your community.
January 4, 2024
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Adriana Christian
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History
Explaining “The Grotto” art installation in San Antonio
Have you visited this part of Museum Reach?
January 3, 2024
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Nicholas Caballero
Snowfall on the river in Brackenridge Park
Travel and Outdoors
The history of snow in the Alamo City
Snow hasn’t always brought winter magic to San Antonio, but that doesn’t stop us from dreaming of a white Christmas.
December 19, 2023
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Dayten Rose
SATXtoday: The Stable Hall
Music
The Historic Pearl announces a new live music venue
Learn about the Stable Hall’s history and who will be performing first at the venue.
October 25, 2023
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Adriana Christian
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Culture
Celebrating two years of SATXtoday
You bring the orange juice, and we’ll bring the champagne.
October 24, 2023
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Nicholas Caballero
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Culture
Día de los Muertos in San Antonio
Explore the Day of the Dead festivals + events happening around town.
October 17, 2023
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Adriana Christian
SATXtoday: UTSA Football
Play
The ultimate guide to sports teams in San Antonio
From the Missions to the Spurs, we’re sharing all details of San Antonio’s sports teams.
August 22, 2023
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Adriana Christian
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SATXtoday: Skyline San Antonio
City
Honoring Emancipation Day in San Antonio
A resource guide about the history and celebration of Juneteenth in San Antonio.
June 2, 2025
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Adriana Christian
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Live
20 facts you didn’t know about San Antonio
We’re bringing you 20 fun facts about the Alamo City, so you’ll want to quiz yourself whether you’re a trivia fiend or local enthusiast.
May 29, 2025
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Adriana Christian
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Culture
San Antonio’s summer reading list for adults
Get ready for a summer full of page turners — these books are geared toward adults and have proven to be popular in the Alamo City.
May 28, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
A tray of barbecue snacks from Burnt Bean Co. features crispy pork rinds, deviled eggs, spicy pickles, pimento cheese dip, a smoked sausage link, and glazed brisket slices. The food is arranged neatly on brown butcher paper over a white tray. Everything sits on a rustic wooden table.
Food
San Antonio’s top-ranked barbecue spots
Texas Monthly ranked a San Antonio-area spot as its No. 1 pick, with other local spots earning recognition on it’s “Best BBQ Joints” list.
May 27, 2025
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Michael Beausoleil
An adult sits in the back of a double tube and a kid sits in the front, both with their hands in the air, as w lifeguard begins pushing the tube down a water slide.
Travel and Outdoors
17 ways to cool off this summer in San Antonio
Beat the South Texas heat at city pools, splash pads, and recreation areas.
May 23, 2025
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Adriana Christian
SATXtoday: Bexar County Court House
City
The biggest takeaways from the San Antonio State of the County
The fireside chat facilitated by the Metro SA Chamber with Bexar County Judge Peter Sakai covered timely topics — from the county’s role in development efforts to infrastructure investments.
May 22, 2025
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Skylar Webb
A heap of tomatoes and vegetation in a dark brown wooden bin outside.
City
The beginner’s guide to composting in San Antonio
We’re answering questions like “What is composting?” and “How do I compost in an apartment?”
May 21, 2025
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Nicholas Caballero
Orange and red augua fresca with a mango rim.
Food
Where to find the best aguas frescas in San Antonio
Nothing beats a cool sip on a hot summer day.
May 20, 2025
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Nicholas Caballero
Rendering showing an updated Alamodome, new Spurs arena, land bridge, and expanded Hemisfair area.
City
Answered: What our readers think of Project Marvel
Our readers provided lots of thoughts on the downtown development — from enthusiastic support to intense critiques.
May 19, 2025
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Patrick Sidwell
SATXtoday: Phil Hardberger Park Land Bridge
Play
31 parks in San Antonio
We’re highlighting the 31 best parks that San Antonio, TX has to offer — complete with Confluence Park, Denman Estate Park, and Tom Slick Park.
May 19, 2025
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Nicholas Caballero