Southside San Antonio Archives

Explore VIDA Builder Incentives Offered in June

June 9, 2026

Summer is nearly here! June is an ideal time to find a new home in VIDA as the community prepares to celebrate its 4th anniversary and the grand opening of…

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VIDA’s 2026 Fiesta Medal: Celebrating San Antonio Art

April 1, 2026

In San Antonio, Fiesta isn't just a day on the calendar; it's a season. Streets hum with parades, music floats across neighborhoods, and medals glint from sashes, jackets, and backpacks.…

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Sprawling oak branches stretch across a cloudy blue sky from an upward perspective.

Southside Guide to San Antonio Parks and Trails

May 23, 2025

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…

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Educare stakeholders and sponsors come together for a groundbreaking. They hold shovels and stand near the Texas A&M - SA mascot.

News: San Antonio’s South Side Sees Surge in Development around TAMUSA

May 8, 2025

An 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…

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The American flag, the Texas Flag, and the Texas A&M flag stand waving in front of the Texas A&M San Antonio campus

Study: Economic impact nearly doubled in four years at A&M-San Antonio

May 7, 2025

The ripple effect in Bexar County from the growing South Side campus rose from $166 million to almost $300 million.

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Realtor Smile Orosco stands amongst friends at a fiesta in San Antonio

Celebrating the Vibrancy of the Southside: Makers & Shakers of 2023

December 18, 2023

This 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.

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Flor shares information about Celebrate Dyslexia Schools

Southside Makers & Shakers: Flor E. Gutiérrez

November 16, 2023

Flor 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.

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Davida S. Smyth, PhD Associate Professor of Molecular Microbiology Department of Life Sciences Texas A&M University, San Antonio

Southside Makers & Shakers: Dr. Davida Smyth

October 19, 2023

Dr. 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.

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Southside Makers & Shakers: Sarita Zúñiga

September 11, 2023

Sarita 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.

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Sara Briseño Gerrish poses in a green blouse with a smile and her arms crossed for a portrait

Southside Makers & Shakers: Sara Briseño Gerrish

August 10, 2023

Sara 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.

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San Antonio Business Journal: South Side VIDA community plots next phase of development

July 27, 2023

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Southside Makers & Shakers: Roxie Freeman

July 18, 2023

Roxie 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.

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