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🏈 Let’s pack the Dome

A guide to the UTSA’s 2024 college football season
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Let’s pack the Alamodome this football season and watch the UTSA Roadrunners dominate the American Athletic Conference. | Photo by @utsaathletics
San Antonians, grab your orange + blue “Let’s go 210" banner — football season is back. Dive into all things game day before UTSA’s first game on Saturday, Aug. 31.

What everyone’s talking about:

Roadrunner fans will miss quarterback Frank Harris on the field this season. No worries, you’ll still see some familiar — and new — faces on the Roadrunners. Coach Jeff Traylor is starting his sixth season with the team, and the program is welcoming transfers like offensive lineman Jaylen Garth (Houston), cornerback Denver Harris (LSU), and linebacker Ian Jackson (Alabama). See the full list of new players.

Fun fact: UTSA was recently ranked third in the American Athletic Conference.

Sports bars to catch the games at:

Can’t make it to the Dome? Check out these local sports bars:
SATXtoday: UTSA Football

A previous match up between UTSA and the University of North Texas at the Alamodome.

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Photo by Vashaun Newman

The games worth getting tickets to:

First home game: Kennisaw State vs. UTSA | Saturday, Aug. 30 | 2:30 p.m.

Rival game: UTSA vs. Texas State | Saturday, Sept. 7 | 3 p.m. (Note: This is an away game.)

Browse all home game tickets.

Your must-bring stadium items:

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The Alamodome is home to the UTSA Roadrunners football team.

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Photo by @skylinedronetx

A quick Alamodome survival guide:

  • Catch a safe, round-trip ride with VIA.
  • Alamodome patrons can park off-site through ParkWhiz.
  • Double check its clear bag policy.
  • Pro tip: The Alamodome is a cashless venue.
Asked

Are you planning on attending a UTSA football game this season?
A. Yes, I go every year.
B. Yes, I’ve never been but would like to.
C. No, I’ve never been and don’t plan on it.
D. No, not this year.
Take it to the end zone
 
Events
Wednesday, Aug. 14
  • Black Swan Yoga | Wednesday, Aug. 14 | 7-8 p.m. | Pearl Park | Free | Let go of your daily stressors and unwind with a guided yoga class in front of Food Hall featuring a live DJ session.
  • Wellness Wednesday | Wednesday, Aug. 14 | 7-8 p.m. | Box St. All Day - La Cantera Heights | $26 | Get active with the Sunnyhour Studio and its Pilates class, plus stay after for brunch + bubbles.
Thursday, Aug. 15
  • San Antonio Sundance | Thursday, Aug. 15 | 6 p.m. | Brick | Free | Listen to live music, watch short films, and shop from a vendor market all under one roof.
  • YRP Summer Mixer | Thursday, Aug. 15 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Camp 1604 | Free | Make new networking connections with young professionals at this event hosted by a local media personality.
Friday, Aug. 16
  • Back to School Bash | Friday, Aug. 16 | 11 a.m. | Good Kind Southtown | Cost of purchase | Celebrate the new school year and the reopening of this bar + restaurant with free kids meals, happy hour specials, and music by DJ Ira.
  • National Rum Day | Friday, Aug. 16 | 5-9 p.m. | Stylus Mixology | Free | RSVP to join Brugal 1888 at this 25 and over bar with three rum-inspired stations.
Events calendar here
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News Notes
Announced
  • The Department of Defense Warrior Games will be held in San Antonio in 2025 and 2028, the US Army announced.These annual games feature hundreds of wounded, ill, and injured military service members + veterans. Some of the adaptive sporting events include wheelchair basketball, cycling, indoor rowing, and sitting volleyball.
Number
  • 14. That’s how many San Antonio-based companies landed on the Inc. 5000 2024 list. Some local companies include Full Stack Labs (No. 1,041) and Decor IQ (No. 2,522). These ranking are based off the percentage revenue growth from 2020 through 2023.
Cause
  • Join the Make It Count Market happening on Saturday Aug. 14 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Burgerteca. Shop through local vendors, join a workout class ($20/class), and listen to live music. All workout proceeds will help support April Tellez, a local San Antonian battling a rare type of breast cancer.
Traffic
  • The ongoing construction of the Alamo Visitor Center and Museum has caused additional downtown road closures — specifically along E. Houston Street between Losoya + Alamo. Stay up-to-date with the latest Alamo construction news.
Plan Ahead
  • The Rise Music Festival is happening on Saturday, Oct. 12 from 4 to 11 p.m. at The Espee. Kings Kaleidoscope will headline the event with support from Alexander Pappas, Tedashii, and WHATUPRG. There will also be a variety of food vendors and family-friendly activities. Tickets start at $35.
Regional
  • Pleasanton and Fredericksburg landed on World Atlas’ “10 Best Small Towns in Texas to Visit in 2024.” Each of the towns that were chosen are able to show travelers its regional flair and hospitality in low-key settings surrounded by natural beauty. Take a day trip to Fredericksburg.
Sports
  • The AP Top 25 Preseason Poll is now available and Georgia lands in the top spot. Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the SEC with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Shop
  • These THC gummies tap into the body’s endocannabinoid system and get you feeling right within five minutes. Get 20% off with code FIRST20.*†
Finance
  • Good news: Rates are expected to go down soon. Compare fixed-rate loans and HELOCs to find your best way to borrow — calculate your payment.*
     
    Civic

    💵 County budget by the numbers

    Bexar County to host town halls for fiscal year 2024-2025 budget
    SATXtoday: Bexar County Court House
    The Bexar County Courthouse was built between 1892-1896 and stands on the corner of Dolorosa + Dwyer Streets in downtown San Antonio. | Photo by Lily Thomas
    As the City of San Antonio preps for the release of its proposed FY2025 budget, Bexar County is gearing up to do the same with its public budget discussions.

    So, what’s the difference is between the city and county budgets? While San Antonio focuses on serving the population within the city limits, Bexar County provides services for all county and city residents. Learn more about how the county operates.

    Join one of the upcoming Budget Town Halls to learn more about the budget and share your feedback.

    Note: All meetings will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

    Thursday, Aug. 15
    • Budget Town Hall - Precinct 2 | Westside Education & Training Center, 610 SW 41st St.
    Wednesday, Aug. 21
    • Budget Town Hall - Precinct 1 | CentroMed Health & Wellness Center, 3800 Commercial Ave.
    Tuesday, Aug. 22
    • Budget Town Hall - Precinct 4 | Second Baptist Church Community Center, 3310 E. Commerce St.
    Take the Bexar County Budget Survey
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    Answered

    Do you plan on visiting local eateries during Culinaria’s Restaurant Weeks?

    SATXtoday: go fish wine bar

    Swing by Go Fish Wine Bar near the Historic Pearl for dinner during Restaurant Weeks.

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    Photo by @gofishwinebar

    • 57% participate every year.
    • 29% have never tried it but would like to.
    • 11% have never been and don’t plan on it.
    • 3% are not participating this year.
     
    The Wrap
     
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    Today’s edition by:
    Adriana
    From the editor
    To be honest, I haven’t been to a UTSA football game in a few years. However, I definitely plan on going this season. My dad and I bond over football, so maybe I can convince him to take me to a game or two. Fingers crossed.
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