06.28.2023

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Today’s Forecast

53º | Partly cloudy | 20% chance of rain | Sunrise 7:29 a.m. | Sunset 5:48 p.m.

🐶 New (pet) vehicle alert

San Antonio Pets Alive! expands Headin’ Home program

San Antonio Pets Alive expands its fleet with the addition of a bus, sprinter van, and a smaller van. | Photo by San Antonio Pets Alive!

Nearly a hundred animals come through shelters door every single day in San Antonio, equating to thousands a month. It’s a critical point for the city’s animals, and San Antonio Pets Alive! needs your help providing life-saving solutions through its expanded Headin’ Home transport program.

Who is San Antonio Pets Alive?

Since 2011, San Antonio Pets Alive’s mission is determined to provide programs and services in order to eliminate the need for euthanasia, and has helped save the lives of over 65,000 animals. This 501(c)3 non-profit organization is determined to rescue and provide safe options for the growing number of homeless pets in our city.

SATXtoday: sa pets alive — Adopt, foster, or volunteer today.
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Photo by San Antonio Pets Alive

What is the Headin’ Home Program?

This programs sends at-risk dogs + puppies to rescue partners in other parts of the US — even to other countries — where space is available. These are usually places like the Pacific Northwest, the Mid-Atlantic, Northeast, Wisconsin and even Canada.

By partnering with other animal rescue organizations, it ensures these dogs find loving families and get a fresh start. Recently the organization added three new vehicles to its fleet:

Sprinter van (holds 35-40 crates)
Donated bus (holds 90 crates)
Smaller van (holds 25 crates)

The organization’s Headin’ Home Program transports dogs to rescue partners in other states where space is available.
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Photo by San Antonio Pets Alive!

How can I help?

The influx of adoptable pets is relentless, and the available kennel space is scarce. To expand and maintain this initiative, here are a few ways you can help San Antonio Pets Alive!:

Adopt, foster, and volunteer
Make a gift to the organization
Check out their Amazon wishlist
Other ways to give

Events

Wednesday, June 28

Southwest Rising | Wednesday, June 28 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | The Briscoe Western Art Museum, 210 W. Market St., San Antonio | $12-$14 | Experience contemporary art in the Southwest from curator and art dealer Elaine Horwitch.
Hidden from History | Wednesday, June 28 | 11 a.m.-12 p.m. | Thousand Oaks Library, 4618 Thousand Oaks Dr., San Antonio | Free | Explore the LGBTQ+ history of the city with UTSA Archivist Melissa Gohlke.
Sunset Sessions | Wednesday, June 28 | 6-8:45 p.m. | The Historic Pearl, 303 Pearl Pkwy., San Antonio | Free | Bring a blanket and enjoy drinks + live music by the best DJs in town.

Thursday, June 29

Chase Wright | Thursday, June 29 | 6 p.m. | The Rustic, 17619 La Cantera Pkwy. Ste. 204, San Antonio | Free | Come eat + listen to live music at this venue.
Strength Training Class | Thursday, June 29 | 6-7 p.m. | The Historic Pearl, 303 Pearl Parkway, San Antonio | Free | Get your workout shoes for this fitness class hosted by Amp Studio.
Summer Night City | Thursday, June 29 | 7:30 p.m. | Legacy Park, 103 W. Houston St., San Antonio | Free | Hang out with Texas Public Radio + Department of Arts & Culture and enjoy live music.
Turtle Racing | Thursday, June 29 | 8-10:30 p.m. | Little Woodrow’s Stone Oak, 606 W. Afton Oaks Blvd., San Antonio | Free | Come out for season seven of this weekly racing event and stay after for the DJ.

Events calendar here

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Beauty

Seriously, no one can mess up this minimalist beauty routine

The viral MERIT Signature Makeup Bag is free with every first purchase. | Photos by MERIT Beauty

10-step skincare routines and makeup tutorials may dominate our social feeds, but the reality? Most of us don’t have time for that.

For us, getting ready means a pared-back beauty routine that we can do on the go — which is exactly why cult-favorite, minimalist beauty brand MERIT created The MERIT Sets: curated routines that help you get everything you need (for less).

Plus, get their chic Signature Makeup Bag free with your first order.

We're looking at you, 'Five Minute Morning' set

News Notes

Jobs

University Health is hosting a nurse and patient care tech job fair today at the University Health Training Center from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Offers include up to $20,000 in retention incentives, on-the-spot offers, and a chance to work in the new Women’s & Children’s Hospital. Interested applicants must preregister.

Giveaway

The Spurs are giving away a Wemby jersey to one lucky fan via Instagram. To enter, you must like the post, leave a comment about how you became a Spurs fan, and tag a friend who you would take to a game. The giveaway closes Friday, June 30 at 5 p.m.

Family

H-E-B will host a Super Fun Saturday Glow Dance Party at Hemisfair. This free family-friendly event will feature live music, a glow dance floor, activity stations, and more. Swing by the Yanaguana Garden in your favorite neon-colored clothes on Saturday, July 15 from 7-9 p.m.

Civic

The City Council approved a one-time grant of $950,000 to The Jewish Family Service to fund Project Launch. The two year pilot program will provide therapists for children in the foster care system, hiring three in total to take on 17-25 patients each. (SA Report)

Biz

Locally owned food and drink businesses can apply for the City of San Antonio Façade Improvement Grant Program starting Monday, July 10. Eligible projects may receive grants ranging from $5,000 to $50,000. Register to attend public information sessions led by the city’s Economic Development Department beginning Wednesday, July 5.

Environment

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department purchased 515 acres of land 30 miles north of San Antonio through public + private funding. The hefty price tag — $25 million — will help preserve the Honey Creek State Natural Area. No date has been released for the opening of the new property. (MySA)

Development

McCombs Properties will turn real estate next to the San Antonio Museum of Art into a mixed-use space. The six acre property — acquired from CPS Energy in January for $29.5 million — will include housing, offices, a hotel, and public spaces. Details about construction and opening dates have not been released. (Express News)

Home

Did you know? Using fans can make a room feel 4-6° cooler. Learn more about how to conserve energy this summer with these simple tips.*

Travel

Dreaming of a trip abroad this summer? Babbel offers lesson plans for 14 different languages spoken throughout the world. Prep for the trip of your dreams with bite-sized, 10-minute lessons that will help you start speaking a new language in just three weeks.*

Civic

💵 Property tax changes

San Antonio City Council votes on homestead exemption

The City Council doubled the City’s homestead exemptions that will bring property tax relief to homeowners. | Photo by Kelly Sikkema on Unsplash

The City Council unanimously voted to double the City’s homestead exemption to 20% — the state maximum. Let’s break it down.

A homestead exemption allows homes to be taxed at 20% less than what they’re appraised for (so a $100,000 home would be taxed like a $80,000 home).
To claim a homestead exemption, the property has to be your primary residence and the owner must have an ownership stake.
Disabled and senior homeowners benefit from a tax freeze and reduction of the property tax rate.
The Bexar County Appraisal District will automatically update existing homestead exemptions.
The City will provide additional property tax relief through $85K in exemptions.

Need help understanding your property taxes? The city is offering free property tax help sessions. During the sessions, the San Antonio Legal Services Association will help explain:

Different tax exemptions available to homeowners.
Guide homeowners through the exemption forms to help lower their property tax bill.

For more info and to verify your exemptions visit the Bexar County Appraisal District website or call them at 210-224-2432.

Shop

Travel

Wanna save 40-90% on flights? Sign up for Going — a free travel membership — and you can browse deals immediately (like a $300+ round trip to Barcelona).

Drink

On a water bottle hunt? Amazon’s No. 1 bestselling insulated bottle is the Owala FreeSip — it’s thoughtfully designed, leak proof, and keeps drinks cold.

Outdoors

Decorating tip: Show your patio some love with a cute and colorful area rug. We love this outdoor-friendly geometric green one.

Shop

Looking to support small businesses? Shop our online store, Six & Main, for all of your summer essentials.

The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
Adriana

From the editor

Now that the humidity has gone away, it’s a little more bearable outside. I can now last 10 minutes in the 104 degree heat instead of five. A win is a win, am I right? However, I’m still burning my hands on my stirring wheel every time I get in the car.

My dog Benny is still wearing his shoes when we go outside. He’s definitely not a fan but I have to protect his little toe beans (that’s what I call his paws). As a reward, I give him a cold doggy ice cream treat for being a good boy.

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