1625 Palo Alto Rd. Just five minutes from VIDA, Palo Alto Park features a playground, skate park, basketball and tennis courts, paved walking and bicycling trails, two shaded pavilions, and…
read moreAn area of San Antonio that has suffered from economic invisibility and infrastructural neglect for decades is now primed for a historic takeoff. One of the engines propelling that ascent…
read moreThe ripple effect in Bexar County from the growing South Side campus rose from $166 million to almost $300 million.
read moreThis year’s Southside Makers & Shakers featured an inspiring lineup of community leaders, from entrepreneurs and educators to artists and advocates, all dedicated to making a lasting impact on San Antonio’s Southside.
read moreFlor E. Gutiérrez is the founding superintendent of Celebrate Dyslexia Schools, a tuition-free charter focused on providing an enriching, safe educational environment for dyslexic children in San Antonio, driven by her passion for improving lives through education on the Southside.
read moreDr. Davida Smyth is an Associate Professor of Molecular Microbiology at Texas A&M University – San Antonio, where she combines teaching and research to inspire students through project-based learning and real-world scientific experiences that address global challenges.
read moreSarita Zúñiga is the owner of Sarita’s Dance Studio, Inc., a pillar of the Southside community, offering diverse dance education, scholarships, and professional development for aspiring dancers. With over 60 years in the dance field, Sarita is dedicated to inspiring and empowering students to achieve their dreams while giving back to the community.
read moreSara Briseño Gerrish, co-owner of RE/MAX Unlimited, has been a leader in Southside San Antonio’s real estate and community development, advocating for housing access and economic growth through her work with local organizations like the San Antonio Board of REALTORS® and South Texas Business Partnership.
read moreRoxie Freeman, upcoming Principal of Southwest Legacy High School, has dedicated her 16-year education career to empowering students on San Antonio’s Southside. As a 2023 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards finalist, she remains motivated by her students’ potential and is excited to guide them toward successful futures in the community.
read moreApril Monterrosa, founder of Live from the Southside Magazine, highlights the rich stories of the Southside community while advocating for financial literacy and homeownership resources, all while building meaningful partnerships and collaborations.
read moreIn this Makers & Shakers blog, we meet Lynn Blanco Pérez, a Toyota Motor Manufacturing Texas employee and the founder of The Parting Planner, a business dedicated to celebrating the lives of loved ones and providing support through life’s most challenging moments, all while staying deeply connected to the Southside community.
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