The Rand was built in 1913 and is now home to startup incubator Geekdom. | Courtesy of Weston Urban

Major local developer Weston Urban announced Quadrant Biosciences — a life sciences company that delivers diagnostic, therapeutic, and virtual care solutions — as the newest tenant in the historic Rand Building.

The space will serve as its company headquarters. As You Are, an entity of the company, will move into a 6,000-sqft office and offer pediatric telehealth appointments for Texas children in need of autism diagnostic evaluations.

The organization will provide video appointments with physicians to complete diagnostic evaluations among children ages 16 months to 10 years old from the comfort of their own home.

📍 Key positioning

The organization quickly evolved from a novel laboratory-based diagnostic test developer to a full-service provider of clinical services.

Executive Vice President of Marketing and Communications Erin Echelmeyer noted San Antonio as “becoming a hub for biosciences and medical sciences.”

With downtown developments like SATX’s first high-rise multifamily tower 300 Main underway, the demand for urban living continues to rise. Weston Urban CEO Randy Smith shared that companies choosing to set up at The Rand are provided a “true competitive advantage” given its proximity to surrounding amenities and collaborative opportunities.

History of inclusion

This news comes months after another major milestone in inclusive care was unveiled in the 210.

The MAC, one of the latest projects for Morgan’s Inclusion Initiative, opened last September. The revolutionary facility brought 30+ community organizations under one roof to provide all-in-one care to people with special needs.

Gordorn Hartman — recently featured on Wealth — founded Morgan’s Wonderland as the world’s “first-and-only theme park designed with special needs in mind” in 2010.

Since then, San Antonio has developed a reputation of quality care that has led to its moniker, “Inclusion City, USA.” Quadrant Biosciences will continue to build on the 210’s legacy as a leader of inclusion.

EVENTS

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Wednesday, Feb. 1

Betty’s Co x Hemisfair | Wednesday, Feb. 1 | 9 a.m.-5 p.m. | Hemisfair, 434 S. Alamo St., San Antonio | This women’s health clinic for younger women is meeting them where they are.

Thursday, Feb. 2

Thursday Yoga | Thursday, Feb. 2-Thursday, March 23 | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | The Good Kind Southtown, 1127 S. St. Mary’s St., San Antonio | Free | Bring your favorite mat and join instructor Stephanie Jane for yoga in the garden.
Incubus | Thursday, Feb. 2 | 6:30 p.m. | Boeing Center at Tech Port, 3331 General Hudnell Dr., San Antonio | $39.50-$114.50 | Wish you were here — make the “drive” and check out this iconic rock band from California.
“Beauty and the Beast” | Thursday, Feb. 2 | 7-9 p.m. | Reagan High School, 19000 Ronald Reagan Dr., San Antonio | $12-$20 | A cast of 75 actors + a 40-piece orchestra will bring the magic of Disney to life.

Friday, Feb. 3

San Antonio Cup of Capital | Friday, Feb. 3 | 9-10:30 a.m. | Tech Port, 3331 General Hudnell Dr., San Antonio | Free | Meet your next co-founder, investor, mentor, or Capital Factory champion.

Saturday, Feb. 4

Sneaker Con San Antonio | Saturday, Feb. 4 | 12 p.m. | Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, 900 E. Market St., San Antonio | $30 | Check out exciting games, rub elbows with influencers, and score amazing deals from the top sneaker sellers in the nation.
AbbaFab | Saturday, Feb. 4 | 8 p.m. | Empire Theatre, 226 N. St. Mary’s St., San Antonio | $39.50-$59.50 | Be the “Dancing Queen” at this tribute to the music of ABBA.

Sunday, Feb. 5

Sunday Drag Brunch | Sunday, Feb. 5-Sunday, March 19 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Picks Bar, 4553 N. Loop 1604 W., San Antonio | $45-$250 | Bar seating and outdoor seating are also available.

We have a calendar filled with events and activities you can plan for in advance. Click the button below to bookmark ideas for upcoming date nights, family outings, and time with friends.

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NEWS NOTES

Weather

39º | Showers | 70% chance of rain

Development

Port San Antonio is taking the next steps to build a 300,000-sqft office tower that could house multiple high-profile tenants, including DeLorean Motor Co.’s headquarters. Port officials are now moving to identify potential project partners to begin construction later this year. 🏢 (San Antonio Business Journal)
Oxbow Development Corp. — the development subsidiary of Silver Ventures — will seek design of The Lewellan, a nine-story mixed-use building just north of the Pearl. You can livestream the meeting today at 3 p.m. 🏗️ (MySA)

Travel

As of yesterday morning, an estimated 23 flights out of SAT were canceled due to inclement weather. With icy temperatures expected to persist through today, travelers are encouraged to check their flight status before heading to the airport. ✈️ (San Antonio Express-News)

Eat

Laika Cheesecake Bakery will expand its footprint in the 210 with a second location near Heroes Stadium. According to a public filing, renovations to outfit an existing space at 11911 Crosswinds Way will begin in March and wrap up by August. 🥮

Community

Bexar County residents have been given an extra day to pay property taxes following the winter weather closure of county offices. Residents can pay online, by phone (1-888-852-3572), or by drop off payments at any of the county’s four locations. 📲 (San Antonio Express-News)

Job

Allied Universal Event Services is hiring event staff and security to work concerts, conventions, and sporting events at the newly renamed Boeing Center at Tech Port. Those interested in attending the hiring event on Monday, Feb. 6-Tuesday, Feb. 7 can reserve their spot online. 💼

Finance

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Seasonal

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Coming soon

Hey there, Hayden (No. 2) 👋

A South Texas diner with an old school Jewish delicatessen soul — perfection. | Courtesy of The Hayden

The Hayden will brings its South Texas diner with an old school Jewish delicatessen soul to the Alon Market shopping center in the spring at 10003 NW Military Hwy.

The Alamo Heights diner has become an instant classic since opening its doors in 2020.

The eatery’s new location will offer the same inventive menu — from classic New York City deli dishes to funky Jewish mashups like a chicken + potato latke waffle.

You can expect:

A casual atmosphere that’s light and airy
Old-school diner bar stools, booths + a forest of houseplants
The same breakfast, lunch, dinner, and classy cocktails options

While you may start seeing signage around, construction is still underway. Fret not — You can get a taste of the vibes by checking out its original spot at 4025 Broadway St.

Complete details for the grand opening are soon to come. Follow the restaurant’s website + social media for updated information and employment opportunities.

THE WRAP

Today’s issue was written by Iván.

Editor’s pick: Goodbye SATX, hello NYC... for just a few days. If you’re reading this at 6 a.m., odds are I’m already getting ready to head to the Big Apple and see my little brother perform at Carnegie Hall. Don’t worry. I’ll be back soon enough to bring you even more Countdown City content — maybe even some music-related news? Looking at you, TMEA. 👀

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