Do you recognize this place? It sits on the same latitude as San Antonio. | Photo via Flickr
Have you ever wondered what would happen if you walked in a straight line around the world from San Antonio? Wonder no longer, wanderer. Let us introduce you to LatLon Connect, an online tool that allows users to explore cities across the world that share the same latitude and longitude.
Here’s what we found
We stuck with the default settings, looking for places with 100,000+ people with a buffer zone of 6.21 miles (that’s 10 kilometers).
In our search, 15+ results popped up, with one place that caught our eye lying on the other side of the world: the Chinese city of Zigong, pictured above. As of recent estimates, there are more than 2.5 million people living in the city, which is renowned for its salt manufacturing history + industry, as well as the large amount of dinosaur fossils found in the region.
The largest US city the Alamo City is aligned with? Wichita Falls in North Texas. We won’t spoil which other places we found — find out for yourself.
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On Sept. 23, 1960, North Star Mall — one of the first indoor malls in America — opened at the intersection of San Pedro + Loop 410, marking a new retail era for San Antonio. (Chron)
Opening
Chef Jason Dady Restaurant Group just launched a new concept on Thursday, Sept. 18: a pop-up Texas pit barbecue shack featuring delicious slow-roasted meats + quirky sides like elote cream corn with Flaming Cheetos. The new Lil Bros’ BBQ Shack is located at The Rock at La Cantera. (San Antonio Business Journal)
Closing
After a decade on St. Mary’s Strip in the Alamo City, beloved live music venue the Amp Room is closing its doors. “We’re beyond grateful for the loyalty, love, and unforgettable nights we’ve shared with all of you,” wrote management in a Facebook post announcing the closure. (CultureMap San Antonio)
Coming Soon
The buzz is real. The Gunter Hotel on St. Mary’s Street will soon be welcoming a new guest: South Korean-based bakery chain Paris Baguette in its first San Antonio location. The kitchen is up + running but the exact date of opening has not yet been announced. (CultureMap San Antonio)
Ranked
Two San Antonio companies — H-E-B and CPS Energy — just ranked No. 445 + No. 551, respectively, on Forbes’s 2025 list of Best Employers for Company Culture. The final list of 600 US employers includes 28 other Texas-based companies. (Forbes)
Announced
Air Canada is back. For the past six years, San Antonio International Airport hasn’t offered nonstop flights into Canada, but that’s all about to change. The global airline is poised to launch three-times-a-week direct flights to Toronto from SAT starting in May 2026. (San Antonio Business Journal)
Number
No. 7. That’s where San Antonio ranks on a new Playbook list of US cities where home prices have dropped the most year over year. Austin and Dallas ranked No. 3 and No. 8, respectively. Experts say to make a play now for a house in these markets. (The Playbook)
Plan Ahead
Don’t miss two hot “Life of a Showgirl"-themed events coming to San Antonio this fall. A Swift-themed brunch hosted by DJ Miss Genafire will be held at Maria Bonita on Saturday, Oct. 4 — or lace your skates and enjoy a two-hour-long listening party at Skateland West on Sunday, Oct. 12. (MySA)
Sports
Host Jeff Garcia and Sports Illustrated’s Matt Guzman break down Stephon Castle’s potential in a dynamic trio with De’Aaron Fox and Dylan Harper. Get the latest news, analysis, and insider information for the San Antonio Spurs with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
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Asked
Asked
Pack your bags for Toronto: Which of the following foods is not traditionally associated with Canada?
“Looks weird, is delicious.” -whoever invented poutine, probably.
Photo by Donna Provencher, via SATXtoday
A. Poutine B. Peameal bacon sandwich C. Fairy bread D. Ketchup chips
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While I didn’t wind up being able to compete in the World Taco Eating Championship 2025 at Taco Cabana, I did have an absolutely amazing time attending — and meeting winner + champion taco eater Geoffrey Esper, who ate 51 Taco Cabana bean and cheese tacos in just eight minutes, setting a new world record.
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