• Northside Independent School District is the Alamo City’s largest district and is celebrating 75 years of being open.
• Fox Tech High School is the city’s oldest public high school that opened in September 1879.
• Southwest ISD names its middle schools after Challenger shuttle astronauts.
• The North East ISD Class of 2024 set a new record for AVID program scholarships by earning $20 million.

• Number of schools: 7
• Number of students: 3,421
• Student-teacher ratio: 16:1
• No. 6 school district in Texas
• 100% graduation rate

• Number of schools: 12
• Number of students: 10,617
• Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
• No. 1,258 school district in Texas
• 89.7% graduation rate

• Number of schools: 2
• Number of students: 1,627
• Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
• No. 43 school district in Texas
• 95% graduation rate

• Number of schools: 8
• Number of students: 6,785
• Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
• No. 71 school district for athletes in Texas
• 98.9% graduation rate

• Number of schools: 100
• Number of students: 44,710
• Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
• No. 230 school district for athletes in Texas
• 87.2% graduation rate

• Number of schools: 18
• Number of students: 13,277
• Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
• No. 290 school district for athletes in Texas
• 96.5% graduation rate

• Trades of the West: The Art, Culture and Craft of Mezcal with Bruxo | Thursday, Aug. 22 | 5:30-9 p.m. | The Briscoe Western Art Museum | $40-$60 | Experience the flavors of summer at this program celebrating mezcal and Mexico with tastings paired with small bites.
• Bellydance Evolution’s: The Jungle Book | Thursday, Aug. 22 | 6:30 p.m. | Jo Long Theatre | $28 | Embark on a journey with this dance group as they depict a story through world fusion dance.

• Short ‘n Sweet Album Listening Party | Friday, Aug. 23 | 5-10 p.m. | Feliz Modern | Cost of purchase | They’re working late ‘cause they’re celebrating Sabrina Carpenter’s highly anticipated album release with extended hours and local vendors.
• Agarita + Azul Barrientos | Friday, Aug. 23 | 7:30 p.m. | The Stable Hall | Free | Celebrate Xicanx Month with a blend of original compositions + classical masterpieces with this local quartet and Latin American musician.
• Tequila and Tassels: A Burlesque Show | Friday, Aug. 23| Times vary | Havana Bar at Hotel Havana | $15 | Make your way to the hotel’s speakeasy for a show by Maria G, specialty Don Julio cocktails, and a limited snack menu.

• San Antonio Cleanup Countdown | Saturday, Aug. 24 | 9 a.m.-12 p.m. | Golden Star Cafe Parking Lot | Free | Take your leadership skills to the next level by becoming a City Problem Solver and cleaning up this area in District 5.
• Golden Hour Fitness Classes | Saturday, Aug. 24 | 7:30-8:30 p.m. | Make Ready Market | $25 | Release your stresses with a Pilates, barre, and yoga workout, and stay for happy hour.

• 1,032,610. That’s how many people flew in + out of SAT in July, making it the busiest month on record. This tops the previous recording of 1,000,172 passengers that was set in July 2023 — a 3% increase. Learn more about our local airport.

• Houston-based developer Rockspring is moving forward with its multifamily project in the Tobin Hill neighborhood. The Zoning Commission approved of an infill development designation this week. This will allow the creation of ~900 units near the St. Mary’s Strip. (SA Business Journal)

• Mario Ochoa, co-founder and co-owner of Sammis|Ochoa PR + Digital Marketing, passed away on Sunday, Aug. 18. Ochoa spent 14+ years helping local businesses and individuals achieve their goals. Learn more about his legacy and how you can help the Ochoa family.

• Bexar County commissioners approved a transfer of $100 million in sales tax revenue for VIA’s Rapid Silver Line. This funding will connect the far West + East sides through the heart of downtown, and the line is slated to open in 2028. (TPR)

• Merit Coffee Co. will roll out its products to 42 H-E-B stores around Texas. The coffee brand teased the collab with cryptic messages on its Instagram. Stay tuned for a giveaway featuring a $100 H-E-B gift card, a bag of Merit coffee, and a mug for three winners. (MySA)

• The City of Seguin is seeking a developer to assist with the redevelopment of a historic property in the city’s downtown. Interested parties can sign up to receive the RFQ when it goes live on Wednesday, Aug. 28, and join a site tour at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 5.

• San Antonio Botanical Garden is hosting its September Plant Sale on Saturday, Sept. 14 and Sunday, Sept.15, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Browse through 200+ varieties of native plants, succulents, grasses, and pollinator-friendly plants. A $10 registration grants participants a 30-minute slot to shop.

• Do you like spicy wings? Whataburger is introducing its hottest flavor to date: Meet the new Nashville Hot WhataWings. The latest twist debuts on Tuesday, Sept. 3 for a limited time, while supplies last. Learn about the origins of WhataWings with Executive Chef James Sanchez.

• Shiner’s Spoetzl Brewery plans to add a cocktail lounge and restaurant. The 8,500-sqft addition will include a full kitchen, covered patio, fire pits, and a VIP area. The 115-year-old brewery breaks ground on Friday, Sept. 6, with free beer and barbecue. (SA Current)

• Let’s break down the 2024 College Football Season and what the SEC looks like this year. Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the Texas A&M Aggies with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.

• Looking to dine out this weekend? According to OpenTable, top-loved restaurants this month include Bliss for food and SILO Prime for ambience.*

• Did you hear that? Most hearing aids have one processor. These bad boys have two. They process speech and noise separately, so speech gets clearer and crisper. No wonder 385,000+ customers love them.*

• The Tower weighs 80 million pounds.
• There are 952 steps to get to the top.
• The concrete shaft in the center is 45 feet in diameter and is 605 feet tall.
• Its three elevators can carry 1,950 passengers per hour.

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• 15% — 11-20 years
• 10% — 1-10 years
• 4% — Less than a year