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More than a dance lesson

Wed, 17 Sep 2008 11:27:43 -0700

Students at the Arathi School of Indian Dance learn about their culture as they follow in the footsteps of their ancestors. Video by Kin Man Hui/Express-News.

Wagner HS honors namesake on 9-11

Thu, 11 Sep 2008 13:53:50 -0700

Wagner High School honors their namesake Karen Wagner and other 9-11 victims with a wreath laying ceremony. Video by Kin Man Hui/Express-News.

EN VIDEO: Holy Salsa

Thu, 07 Aug 2008 13:19:56 -0700

See the secret ingredient behind the popularity of Holy Salsa at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower and why they make it. Video by Kin Man Hui/Express-News.

Beer of the Week: Brother Thelonious

Wed, 06 Aug 2008 17:31:43 -0700

Brew Notes blogger Travis E. Poling reviews North Coast Brewing Company's Brother Thelonious at the Flying Saucer in San Antonio. Video by Kin Man Hui/Express-News.

EN Video: Trying out for the Silverdancers

Sat, 02 Aug 2008 15:48:32 -0700

See and hear what motivates women to tryout for the Spurs' Silverdancers and what it takes to become part of the squad. Video by Kin Man Hui/Express-News.

EN VIDEO: "Breaking Dawn" brings out the vampires

Sat, 02 Aug 2008 12:10:31 -0700

A release party for "Breaking Dawn," the last in the Twilight series by author Stephenie Meyer, was held at Barnes & Noble, 281@1604 in San Antonio. VIDEO BY BILLY CALZADA/gcalzada@express-news.net

EN VIDEO: Medieval Battles is a teaching tool

Wed, 30 Jul 2008 18:15:49 -0700

Children learn about history, teamwork and strategy through the game "Medieval Battles" at San Antonio Academy. VIDEO BY BILLY CALZADA/gcalzada@express-news.net

Memories of Robert T. Herres

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 16:29:03 -0700

Friends and family recount memories of Robert T. Herres, former vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and USAA Chairman, after a memorial ceremony Monday at First Presbyterian Church. He died July 24 of brain cancer.

Like the Olympics of Texas

Sun, 27 Jul 2008 12:38:55 -0700

By the final day of the TAAF Games of Texas, multiple athletics records had already been broken, and officials expected even more. The July 24-27 event drew 8,000 athletes competing in 17 sports. By Angela Grant/agrant@express-news.net

EN Video: "Texans taking care of Texas"

Thu, 31 Jul 2008 16:26:19 -0700

See the 149th Fighter Wing of the Texas Air National Guard helping out with the relief efforts in Pharr, Texas in the wake of Hurricane Dolly. Video by Kin Man Hui/kmhui@express-news.net

Cowboys Corner

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 01:02:05 -0800

The Express-News' David Kendrick and Cowboys beat writer Tom Orsborn discuss the team.

Spurs Show

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 00:16:49 -0800

Express-News Spurs beat writer Jeff McDonald and NBA beat writer Mike Monroe give their insight on the team.

Playground built in a day

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 18:43:58 -0800

Volunteers from the National League of Cities work with KaBOOM! to build a playground in West End Park on Nov. 13.

North Star Mall's Giant Boots turn 30

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 19:28:22 -0800

The giant boots at North Star Mall, designed and built by artist Bob Wade, turn 30 this year. Wade revisited the boots this week and recalled some of the footwear's quirky history. Video by Vianna Davila/vdavila@express-news.net

Cowboys Corner

Thu, 12 Nov 2009 12:18:35 -0800

Express-News Cowboys beat writer Tom Orsborn and columnist Richard Oliver discuss the team heading into their game at Green Bay.

Spurs Show, Week 3

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 10:09:01 -0800

Express-News Spurs beat writer Jeff McDonald and NBA writer Mike Monroe discuss the team heading into Monday's game against Toronto.

White-tailed deer hunting season begins

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 19:39:01 -0800

White-tailed deer hunting season kicked off this past weekend. Many local hunters flocked to Los Cazadores, a massive hunting supply and feed store in Pearsall. Video by Vianna Davila/vdavila@express-news.net

Wurstfest Train Layout Competition

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 18:54:50 -0800

Wurstfest organizers introduce a new event in 2009, a train layout competition at the New Braunfels Civic/Convention Center.

Cowboys Corner

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 00:21:04 -0800

Express-News Cowboys beat writer Tom Orsborn and columnist Richard Oliver discuss the team heading into a key game at Philadelphia.

Spurs Week 2 Show: Special Bats Edition

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 14:25:53 -0800

San Antonio Express-News Spurs beat writer Jeff McDonald and NBA writer Mike Monroe take a look at the team. Video by David Kendrick.

Spurs Show, Week 2

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 14:09:47 -0800

San Antonio Express-News Spurs beat writer Jeff McDonald and NBA writer Mike Monroe give their take on the team.

Cowboys Corner with Tom Orsborn and Richard Oliver

Mon, 02 Nov 2009 14:20:02 -0800

San Antonio Express-News beat writer Tom Orsborn and columnist Richard Oliver discuss the team heading into Week 8 of the NFL season. The Cowboys face the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday.

Spurs Show

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 23:31:39 -0700

Express-News NBA writer Mike Monroe, playing both himself and Spurs beat writer Jeff McDonald, discusses the team's first three games of the 2009-2010 season.

Cowboys-Falcons Preview

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 00:32:30 -0700

San Antonio Express-News Cowboys beat writer Tom Orsborn and columnist Richard Oliver discuss the team's upcoming game against the Atlanta Falcons.

Ambush in Atascosa - 10 Years Later

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 15:32:40 -0700

Last week was the 10th anniversary of a shooting in Atascosa County that left three officers dead in one of the worst attacks on law enforcement in Texas history.

Man finds missile launcher on rural property

Wed, 14 Oct 2009 18:57:02 -0700

Jarrette Schule, 34, had a surprisingly hard time getting the U.S. military to pick up an anti-tank weapon he found on his rural land.

Scientists make device to keep organs fresher for transplant

Mon, 12 Oct 2009 09:32:05 -0700

Two Health Science Center researchers have long teamed in a cluttered lab to machine new medical technology

Cowboys Corner

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 13:35:05 -0700

Express-News Cowboys beat writer Tom Orsborn and columnist Richard Oliver break down the Cowboys' loss to Denver and upcoming game against Kansas City.

Sinkhole recharge

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 15:15:03 -0700

A series of caves in Stone Oak City Park are part of the recharge zone for the aquifer.

National Night Out

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:00:16 -0700

San Antonio celebrated the 26th Annual National Night Out with hundreds of gatherings across the city. Here are sights and sounds from three of them: Spring Hill Apartments, Calvary Temple Church, and Last Chance Ministries.

Lightning in slow motion

Sun, 04 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Video and slow motion shots of an early morning thunder storm

Praying for S.A.

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 10:40:49 -0700

A gathering of mostly Spanish-speaking Christian churches pray for the city as they drive along Loop 1604. Video by Kin Man Hui/kmhui@express-news.net

Inside the STP nuclear plant

Sat, 26 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Behind barbed wire and vehicle barriers, the South Texas Project nuclear plant in rural Matagorda County has been producing electricity for 20 years.

River Journey

Sun, 13 Sep 2009 16:10:15 -0700

In the summer of 1939, C.P. Autrey and Fred Burkett Jr. paddled hundreds of miles down the San Antonio River from San Antonio to the coast. Seventy years later, Autrey recalls the six-week journey.

Pickin for the Record

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 16:17:43 -0700

Almost 2,000 people played "The Luckenbach Song" on their guitars in Luckenbach, breaking the world record on Aug. 23, 2009.

Closing arguments in Keller trial

Thu, 20 Aug 2009 18:58:31 -0700

Closing arguments were heard Thursday in a special hearing to determine if Judge Sharon Keller intentionally blocked an 11th hour death row appeal.

Special siblings: Fernando, Amanda and Adela

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 15:27:43 -0700

One of two video family portraits about the siblings of children with special needs

Special siblings: Fanny and Lennon

Tue, 18 Aug 2009 15:27:32 -0700

One of two video family portraits of siblings of special needs children

Judge Keller hearing begins

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 18:07:43 -0700

A special hearing started this week to determine if Texas Court of Appeals Judge Sharon Keller in any way blocked a death row inmate's stay of execution in 2007.

Robert Rodriguez premieres "Shorts"

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 15:56:11 -0700

Director Robert Rodriguez, a San Antonio native, premieres his children's movie, "Shorts" in Austin on Aug. 16.

Jonas Brother Inspires Activism and Fanaticism

Thu, 13 Aug 2009 11:17:24 -0700

More than 500 runners gathered at Sunset Station to participate in the iWin Joe Jonas Fun Run, benefitting Special Olympics Texas and the Change for the Children Foundation. Joe Jonas, one third of pop super-group the Jonas Brothers, led the run.

A Fashion Fiasco

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 13:09:59 -0700

Using his 2007 Tobin Award for Design prize money, John McBurney created a clothing line called "Recessionista Couturettes: A Fashion Fiasco." The line incorporates drag, recycled materials and the 12 months of the year -- and a lot of color.

Hearing on proposed CPS nuclear facility

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 00:52:48 -0700

Community and council members gathered Monday night for a public hearing on a proposed CPS nuclear facility.

Homeless Vets struggle, but hopeful

Sat, 08 Aug 2009 20:11:23 -0700

While hard data on the number of homeless Veterans is still difficult to obtain, it's no mystery to San Antonio's Salvation Army that some Veterans are still looking for a place to call home.

Spurs Silver Dancers Auditions

Tue, 04 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Ladies show off their moves in hopes of making the Spurs Silver Dancers team at the Aug. 4 audition finals at Cowboys Dancehall.

Flamenco Festival

Thu, 06 Aug 2009 06:37:37 -0700

The Guadalupe Cultural Arts Center holds their 3rd Annual Encanto Flamenco Festival. Flamenco performer Omayra Amaya talks about the dance and what it means to her. Video by Kin Man Hui/kmhui@express-news.net

Memorial to slain Baby Scotty grows

Tue, 28 Jul 2009 21:07:00 -0700

Many have come to mourn, and find peace, at a memorial to infant, Scott Wesley Buchholz Sanchez, brutally mutilated and killed by his mother July 26.

Edgewood walkout participants honored

Fri, 24 Jul 2009 13:01:43 -0700

More than 40 years after walking out of their classes in protest of poor conditions, dozens of Edgewood students were honored at the 11th annual San Antonio Association of Hispanic Journalists Gala.

body/percussion

Thu, 23 Jul 2009 16:29:05 -0700

The Third Coast Rhythm Project visits the youth program at San Juan Community Center to teach kids to make music using their bodies as instruments. SDulai@express-news.net

The flag maker

Tue, 21 Jul 2009 15:26:01 -0700

On the 40th anniversary of the Apollo 11 mission, Oscar Torres reflects on his part in creating the American flag that astronauts placed on the moon.

Kids Fly

Sun, 19 Jul 2009 07:35:34 -0700

Students who participated in a week-long camp sponsored by the Aviation Career Education Academy fly with pilots at the Stinson Airport on their graduation date Saturday, July 18, 2009. The students range from 14 to 18 years old.

Kids get fit with animals at San Antonio Zoo

Sat, 18 Jul 2009 10:04:06 -0700

Project Measure Up encourages youth to move their bodies like the animals they see at the zoo during Health Collaborative summer event

Rally Stu

Thu, 09 Jul 2009 14:27:35 -0700

Missions radio announcer Stu Paul performs the "Rally Chango" dance, which has become a Missions staple since it was first shown on the Wolff Stadium video screen in 2007.

After the Saddle, a Sanctuary

Mon, 06 Jul 2009 13:34:30 -0700

At Meadow Haven Horse Rescue in Nixon, Texas, Darla Cherry cares for 64 horses, many of them abandoned or abused. She deals with her own health problems, having battled multiple sclerosis since 2000.

Fireworks bring locals together

Sat, 04 Jul 2009 23:43:43 -0700

For San Antonians wanting to pop fireworks on the Fourth of July, seven "Safe Zones" were opened for public use outside the city limits.

Camp C.A.M.P.

Sat, 27 Jun 2009 18:00:00 -0700

See what makes Camp C.A.M.P. - a summer camp for children with special needs - a unique experience for the campers as well as the counselors. Video by Kin Man Hui/kmhui@express-news.net

Canine Called to Duty

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 20:01:53 -0700

The U.S. Marine Corps selects an 11-week-old English Bulldog from Castroville to serve as the latest mascot. Video by Kin Man Hui/kmhui@express-news.net

The Dancing Barber

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 15:00:00 -0700

A day before this 100th birthday, west side barber, Luis Salinas, retires. He celebrates by dancing on his birthday.

El Barbero bailador

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 15:30:00 -0700

Un dîa antes de cumplir 100 años, Luis Salinas se retiro como barbero. Al siguinte dîa, se la pasa bailando en su compleaños.

Birds dive-bomb lunch crowd

Tue, 23 Jun 2009 08:27:54 -0700

Birds at a San Antonio deli have taken to swooping down and attacking unsuspecting men.

Drivers learn how to build their own electric cars

Sun, 21 Jun 2009 08:45:42 -0700

An adult-education class learns the pros and cons of do-it-yourself electric vehicles

Camp Bullis

Wed, 17 Jun 2009 15:22:34 -0700

Officals at Camp Bullis try to find the balance between stewardship of the enviroment and operations for millitary training.

A Texas Tradition

Sat, 13 Jun 2009 15:03:03 -0700

Twice a year, rancher Debbie O'Neill and a handful of cowboys converge on the Pope Ranch in West Texas for a round up.

VLOG: First week

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 18:01:18 -0700

Mayor talks about setting priorities

Remembering D-Day

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 21:24:34 -0700

Gen. William McBride, 87, remembers his predawn bombing mission over Utah Beach.

Longfellow band flourishes

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 18:38:10 -0700

San Antonio Independent School District officials say consolidating schools to create larger campuses results in better course offerings. They point to Longfellow Middle School as a prime example.

Rare Invitation

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 17:07:49 -0700

The Texas Children's Choir receives a rare invitation to sing with the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. They leave Friday.

A Surprise for Hannah

Thu, 04 Jun 2009 15:15:11 -0700

Ten -year-old Hannah Eschrig gets a surprise visit at her Randolph Elementary School classroom.

VLOG: Julián Castro moves in

Tue, 09 Jun 2009 18:26:09 -0700

Julián Castro set up shop in the mayor's office at City Hall on Sunday, May 31. Follow him through this video blog.

An Apology to Vets

Sat, 30 May 2009 14:14:28 -0700

Japanese Ambassador to the United States, Ichiro Fujisaki, speaks at the 64th reunion of the American Defenders of Bataan and Corregidor and offers an apology to veterans and their families.

Mayor Hardberger Retrospective

Fri, 29 May 2009 16:54:36 -0700

San Antonio Mayor Phil Hardberger discusses various aspects of his term in office. Video by Kin Man Hui and Anita Baca.

Frank Miller Interview

Sat, 30 May 2009 21:00:00 -0700

Excerpt from job interview with San Antonio's new Aviation Department director.

Cornea transplants

Thu, 28 May 2009 17:30:13 -0700

An explanation of a cornea transplant. Flash graphic by Mike Fisher/San Antonio Express-News.

Car owners show off vintage Jaguars at Main Plaza

Fri, 22 May 2009 16:47:57 -0700

Mayor Phil Hardberger, who owns a Jaguar, enjoyed checking out vintage cars on display in downtown San Antonio.

Unusual approach to living wills

Fri, 22 May 2009 15:39:16 -0700

Advance directives can save loved ones pain, and a Health Science Center professor makes it painless to draw one up

Keep Watch for my Dad

Mon, 18 May 2009 18:06:11 -0700

Mason Weld, 12, of Helotes reads a poem he wrote while his father, Lt. Col. Kyle Weld, was deployed to Balad, Iraq from May to October 2008.

Countdown to SA River water flow

Sat, 16 May 2009 10:24:25 -0700

The Museum Reach San Antonio River extension project is nearing completion. During a ceremony on Friday, May 15, 2009, water began flowing into the river bed. Billy Calzada / gcalzada@express-news.net

Good dog or bad dog?

Fri, 15 May 2009 18:00:00 -0700

Iris Dalferes is a Hurricane Katrina evacuee who moved into a publicly funded house in a Northwest neighborhood three years ago. Her newest dog, Genghis Kahn., has at least one neighbor on edge. Brian Chasnoff / bchasnoff@express-news.net

The British are coming

Wed, 13 May 2009 21:46:30 -0700

An army of Redcoats descended upon the Main Street Plaza in Boerne. Over 100 eighth graders from Boerne Middle School North put on a reenactment of several key events of the American Revolution.

Bike ride for orphans

Wed, 13 May 2009 07:43:01 -0700

John Shinsky, Joe DeLamielleure and Eljay Bowron, former Michigan State football players, rode bikes from Michigan to Ciudad de Ninos Orphanage in Matamoros, Mexico, raising money. Billy Calzada / gcalzada@express-news.net

Why aren't people voting?

Sat, 09 May 2009 21:17:26 -0700

The voter turnout for Saturday's election was the lowest in a decade for a contested mayoral race in San Antonio. Why?

Kids learn about opera at Rhodes Middle School

Sat, 09 May 2009 15:00:16 -0700

Under the tutelage of choir director Katherine Whiting, students learn what it takes to put on an opera. Billy Calzada / gcalzada@express-news.net

Miss Sam Houston 2009

Fri, 08 May 2009 19:52:50 -0700

Katie Jones is crowned during the Miss Sam Houston Scholarship Pageant, at Sam Houston high school. Six girls competed for a $500 scholarship to apply to their college education. Katie hopes to attend UTSA to study for an English as a second language

River Baptisms

Sat, 09 May 2009 08:50:46 -0700

On a Sunday afternoon in April, hundreds gathered at the Guadalupe River just miles south of Sisterdale to watch 256 people get baptized.

Alpacas in Boerne

Wed, 06 May 2009 15:18:49 -0700

Alpacas are as cute as puppies but they are not suitable pets says alpaca breeder Suzanne Baker. Better to think of them as livestock.

Gas main fire

Wed, 06 May 2009 11:52:21 -0700

A fire fed by a gas main rupture burns at the intersection of Blanco and Huebner on Wednesday, May 6, 2009. Fire chief Charles Hood said a trenching machine cut a 30-inch gas main. Billy Calzada / gcalzada@express-news.net

A wedding goes on

Tue, 05 May 2009 10:13:36 -0700

In Comal County, a couple holds their wedding, despite concerns about public gatherings in this time of swine flu. Billy Calzada / gcalzada@express-news.net

Mexican travelers head home to flu threat

Mon, 04 May 2009 04:48:24 -0700

Travelers and employees of a local bus station talk about how the swine flu threat has affected their lives. On average, 26 buses per day pass through the station headed to and from Mexico.

Two mothers of boys with autism

Sat, 25 Apr 2009 12:05:38 -0700

A portrait of two women whose children have autism and how their families and lives have been shaped by it

Terror Remembered

Sat, 25 Apr 2009 21:00:00 -0700

T.J. Lapping, Gary Nagy and Cecilia Penix survived a day of terror 30 years ago, when Ira Attebury opened fire at the Battle of Flowers Parade, killing two and injuring dozens. But the three survivors still have vivid memories of that day.

Band on the Road to Success

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 13:16:56 -0700

The Thomas Jefferson High School marching band and instructor Roxanne Vickers put on a show for the school's neighborhood while preparing for the parades. Visual Story by Kin Man Hui/kmhui@express-news.net

Eco Fashion

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 17:12:44 -0700

With a years worth banners and returned recycled bags, fashion students from the University of Incarnate Word have created a collection of clothing.

Tamale Fest at the Lake 2009

Sun, 19 Apr 2009 07:11:34 -0700

Tamale eating contestants excel during the Our Lady of the Lake University Alumni group and Delicious Tamales Fiesta San Antonio Tamale Fest on April 18, 2009. Billy Calzada / gcalzada@express-news.net

Dos Fiestas

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 16:59:38 -0700

Two very different celebrations in the first Fiesta weekend show there's something for everyone.

Cardboard Boat Competition

Fri, 17 Apr 2009 19:03:12 -0700

NEISD students learn physics by designing and racing boats made entirely of cardboard and tape on April 17, 2009. Billy Calzada / gcalzada@express-news.net

The Newcomers

Sat, 18 Apr 2009 21:00:00 -0700

See and hear how educator Kerry Haupert of Mead Elementary teaches refugee children who speak little to no English. Audio-visual story by Kin Man Hui/Express-News.

Alamo Tea Party

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 08:25:16 -0700

Thousands of protesters fill Alamo Plaza for a "tea party" rally against federal spending.

Pearl Farmers Market: A taste of San Antonio history

Sat, 11 Apr 2009 00:00:00 -0700

A new farmers market is changing the way people think about food and where it comes from.

Second-tier Mayoral Candidate Speaks Out

Fri, 10 Apr 2009 20:50:22 -0700

Rhett Smith, a security guard running for mayor, believes his First Amendment rights are being violated.

Ataui Deng: From Sudan to Fashion Week

Fri, 10 Apr 2009 20:38:10 -0700

In 2002 Ataui’s family fled the violence in Sudan, briefly living in Egypt before moving to San Antonio in 2004. Last year Ataui signed with Trump Model Management.

Via Crucis through downtown San Antonio

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 09:04:11 -0700

San Fernando Cathedral parishioners relive Jesus' final trek to the Cross on Good Friday. Billy Calzada / gcalzada@express-news.net

Jewish blessing of the sun

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 16:58:16 -0700

The congregation of Chabad Lubavitch of South Texas recites the Birchat HaChamah, which, every 28 years, celebrates creation and the sun. Billy Calzada / gcalzada@express-news.net

First San Antonio casualty of Iraq war remembered

Tue, 07 Apr 2009 21:41:38 -0700

Patrick and Patricia Miller visited their son's grave and a memorial tree on the sixth anniversary of his death during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Billy Calzada / gcalzada@express-news.net

Inside a Colossal Colon

Tue, 31 Mar 2009 16:51:00 -0700

A 40-foot Colossal Colon at Northeast Baptist Hospital is touted as a good way to learn about colon health, and screening and prevention of colon cancer.

To Catch a Hog

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 17:04:56 -0700

The city of Sanibal, Texas, is holding its 18th annual Champions of Wild Hog Catching Festival during the weekend of March 28 and 29, 2009. Billy Calzada / gcalzada@express-news.net

Former high school star Jerrell Wilkerson balances new life

Tue, 24 Mar 2009 22:21:31 -0700

The former Clark football player is now an Incarnate Word football player, a husband and a father to his son, 3-year-old Jamerion. Wilkerson gave up a full-ride scholarship at Texas to take care of his family.

Life as a high school student, athlete and mother

Sun, 22 Mar 2009 21:00:00 -0700

Wagner High freshman Bryanna Rosa Mills is a sprinter for the junior varsity track team. Not only does she have to balance practice and schoolwork, but she also has to take care of her 1-year-old son, Kemari.

From Africa to America

Sat, 21 Mar 2009 22:02:40 -0700

Siblings Ciza Ribori and Doroteya Mkurikiye fled to San Antonio as political refugees in 2007. Both face new challenges of attending high school and trying to determine their future. Video by Kin Man Hui/kmhui@express-news.net

Rev. Claude Black funeral

Sat, 21 Mar 2009 21:29:04 -0700

Rev. Claude Black, civil rights leader, pastor and politician, was laid to rest in San Antonio on Saturday, March 21, 2009. Video by Billy Calzada / gcalzada@express-news.net

PETA protests Ft. Sam Houston

Thu, 23 Apr 2009 16:53:42 -0700

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals protests animal research at Ft. Sam Houston; bystanders debate the issue. Billy Calzada / gcalzada@express-news.net

Local archer Staten Holmes nails gold and aims for 2012

Sat, 14 Mar 2009 00:00:00 -0700

Local archer Staten Holmes helped Team USA capture gold at the 2009 World Indoor Archery Championships in Rzeszów, Poland. Holmes, a pharmacist at Walgreens, now is eyeing the 2012 Olympics in London.

NIA is a workout for body, mind and spirit

Sun, 01 Mar 2009 13:48:22 -0800

In February, NIA co-founder Carlos Rosas came to San Antonio for the first time to lead classes at the Synergy Studio.

S.O.A.R.

Tue, 03 Feb 2009 10:20:03 -0800

A mother of autistic twins looks forward to the special needs park, Morgan's Wonderland, funded by the non-profit organization Sports Outdoor And Recreation (S.O.A.R.).

UTSA decks the halls with art

Thu, 11 Dec 2008 18:03:12 -0800

At the University of Texas at San Antonio, art isn't confined to a gallery. The university's art collection, featuring works by top San Antonio and regional artists, is displayed all over the campus.

Stumpy's Story

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 16:44:09 -0800

One of Alamo Plaza's quirkiest people tries to drum up business for a haunted house.

Trains in the garden

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 16:32:48 -0800

The Botanical Gardens and the Texas Transportation Museum teamed up for the second year in a row to put model trains on display during the holiday season. The trains will be on display until Dec. 14.

Hand bells bring joy to holidays

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 15:37:51 -0800

The River City Ringers is a community hand bell choir that will perform three Christmas concerts this year. Members enjoy bringing listeners the gift of music.

San Antonio from birds-eye view

Thu, 04 Dec 2008 15:01:44 -0800

Tourists and San Antonio residents alike enjoy seeing the city from the sky on rides with Alamo Helicopter Tours.

Start of holiday season at Alamo

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 09:25:21 -0800

It took more than an hour for city crews to erect a 50-foot Christmas tree at the Alamo on Nov. 18. Watch the entire process compressed to less than one minute.

Fire Safety on Halloween

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 14:59:58 -0700

Fire dangers abound on Halloween for children. Fire Chief Charles Hood gives tips.

Terrific Treehouses

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 16:49:29 -0700

Creative treehouses are on display at the San Antonio Botanical Garden during the Terrific Treehouses exhibit until Dec. 7, 2008. Video by Billy Calzada/gcalzada@express-news.net

Beer of the Week: Mike's Mild English Ale

Sat, 16 Aug 2008 14:39:29 -0700

Brew Notes blogger Travis E. Poling attends the Alamo City Cerveza Fest and interviews the reigning best of show winner Mike Heniff. Video by Kin Man Hui/Express-News.

EN VIDEO: Poker for charity

Sun, 10 Aug 2008 13:16:43 -0700

Tony Parker and Eva Longoria Parker hosted a casino night charity event to raise money for Eva's Heros, a nonprofit that helps children with disabilities.

EN VIDEO: Dogs in the garden

Sun, 10 Aug 2008 13:07:43 -0700

Workers at the San Antonio Botanical Gardens estimate that more than 1,000 visitors with furry friends will have visited the gardens during this year's Dog Days of Summer, Aug. 2 & 3.

Beer of the Week: Blue Star Fools Golden Ale

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 15:01:25 -0700

Brew Notes blogger Travis E. Poling reviews Blue Star Brewery's Belgian-style golden ale. Video by Kin Man Hui/Express-News.

Good music, great food

Sun, 20 Jul 2008 20:01:27 -0700

People enjoyed latin music, dancing, tacos, gorditas and more at the annual Hispanic State Fair at Rosedale Park on Sunday. The San Antonio Parks Foundation coordinates the free event.

Brew Notes: Sierra Nevada Anniv. Ale

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 20:34:49 -0700

Brew Notes blogger Travis Poling reviews Sierra Nevada's Anniversary Ale. Video by Kin Man Hui/kmhui@express-news.net

Miniature horse costumes

Sat, 12 Jul 2008 22:54:21 -0700

A San Antonio miniature horse club contestant speaks of her love for the breed. BILLY CALZADA/gcalzada@express-news.net

Pig in a poke

Sun, 20 Jul 2008 20:10:19 -0700

Screams were a common sound during the pig scramble at the La Vernia Fire and Rescue 4th of July Picnic. Children screamed in exhilaration, and the pigs screamed in pure terror.

Luling Watermelon Thump

Sat, 28 Jun 2008 18:02:26 -0700

Luling's annual Watermelon thump festival featured patrons spittin' seeds, wearing watermelon fashion and auctioning large melons. BILLY CALZADA/gcalzada@express-news.net

Shaking up self confidence

Mon, 21 Jul 2008 15:10:35 -0700

Learning to dance to hip hop provides a shot of self esteem for Alyssa Hernandez and Dominique Jimenez. They're deaf, but they can shake it just like anyone else. The pair will perform June 27 with the San Antonio Deaf Dance Company.

In touch with Da Vinci

Sat, 12 Jul 2008 13:20:36 -0700

The Witte Museum lets visitors get hands-on with mechanical inventions derived from drawings by Leonardo Da Vinci. Video by Kin Man Hui/kmhui@express-news.net

Old West, alive again

Mon, 21 Jul 2008 15:11:00 -0700

Enchanted Springs Ranch in Boerne just began its Summer Chuck Wagon Dinner, where visitors can wander an Old West town, eat barbeque in the cowboy way, and try to avoid gun-toting bad guys.

A Viking at Folklife

Sat, 14 Jun 2008 19:07:19 -0700

Einar Ivarsson the Viking makes the rounds at the Texas Folklife Festival in San Antonio on June 14, 2008. BILLY CALZADA/gcalzada@express-news.net

Chihuahua crazy

Sun, 08 Jun 2008 00:33:33 -0700

Chihuahuas run wild at the Annual Fiestas de Juan Seguin Chihuahua Races in downtown Seguin, Texas, on Saturday, June 7, 2008. BILLY CALZADA/ EXPRESS-NEWS

Cypress Falls Café and Swimming Hole

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 08:30:16 -0700

Cypress Falls in Wimberley is just over one hour from downtown San Antonio and offers opportunities for swimming, picnicking, boating, fishing, volleyball and tennis.

Blue Hole

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 08:28:26 -0700

Blue Hole Regional Park in Wimberley is just over one hour from downtown San Antonio and offers opportunities for swimming, picnicking, and jumping off rope swings.

Landmark Inn

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 08:35:04 -0700

Landmark Inn in Castroville is only 31 minutes from downtown San Antonio and offers opportunities for swimming, picnicking and canoeing.

Palmetto State Park

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 08:46:17 -0700

Palmetto State Park in Gonzales is just over one hour from downtown San Antonio and offers opportunities for camping, picnicking, hiking, fishing, birding, canoeing, swimming and tubing.

Max Starcke Park

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 08:37:23 -0700

Max Starcke Park in Seguin is only 45 minutes from downtown San Antonio and offers opportunities for picnicking, fishing and swimming.

Chili Queen Cookoff

Mon, 26 May 2008 19:16:41 -0700

Learn about the Chili Queen cookoff and what it means to the competitors. Video by Kin Man Hui/kmhui@express-news.net

Nichol's Landing on the Guadalupe River

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 08:49:36 -0700

Nichol's Landing is a Rockwellian scene where children swing from trees and splash into a swimming hole. It is a great place for kayakers on the Guadalupe River in Comal County.

Five Mile Dam-Dudley Johnson Park

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 08:31:32 -0700

The Blanco River at Five-Mile Dam is usually peaceful, perfect for a lazy summer afternoon. This remote site is just north of San Marcos, 53 minutes from San Antonio.

Rio Vista Falls Park

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 08:47:31 -0700

Rio Vista Falls Park is the heart of vibrant San Marcos urban water recreation. It is 45 minutes from San Antonio at I-35 exit 205.

Louise Hays Park

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 08:50:35 -0700

Louise Hays Park in Kerrville is just over one hour from downtown San Antonio, and provides opportunities for swimming, picnicking, kayaking, canoeing and fishing.

Kerrville-Schreiner Park

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 08:51:07 -0700

Kerrville-Schreiner park is just over one hour from downtown San Antonio, and provides opportunities for swimming, canoeing, kayaking, boating, fishing, camping, hiking and mountain biking.

Boerne City Lake

Tue, 10 Jun 2008 21:00:00 -0700

Boerne City Lake park is only 39 minutes from downtown San Antonio and provides opportunities for swimming, jumping from rope swings, picnicking, kayaking, canoeing, fishing and some boating.

Model "T" Anniversary

Sun, 18 May 2008 13:11:27 -0700

The local chapter of "T" Fords of Texas celebrated 100 years of the historic automobile with a stop at the Pig Stand and a drive past the Alamo. Video by Kin Man Hui/kmhui@express-news.net

HOG Biker Rally

Fri, 02 May 2008 16:55:30 -0700

Harley Davidson motorcyclists gather in New Braunfels for the 2008 State H.O.G. Rally. BILLY CALZADA / EXPRESS-NEWS

Fiesta Challenge 10

Sat, 26 Apr 2008 20:46:30 -0700

What are the titles of at least five Fiesta Queens?

Fiesta Pooch Parade 2008

Sun, 27 Apr 2008 13:52:17 -0700

The 10th Annual San Antonio Fiesta Pooch Parade attracts countless dogs and dog lovers. BILLY CALZADA / EXPRESS-NEWS

Fiesta Challenge 9

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 17:17:37 -0700

How did the first Battle of Flowers start?

A Fiesta band stand

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0700

The Somerset High School Band performed at the Battle of Flowers Band Festival and wanted to prove it's worth after winning a couple UIL contests recently.

Fiesta Challenge 8

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 14:59:27 -0700

At what Fiesta event would you find 'Maria's Tortillas?'

Meet the barkers

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 22:01:32 -0700

Get a feel for the food and the fun of NIOSA with the help of barkers who beckon you toward their food booths. Video by Kin Man Hui - kmhui@express-news.net

Fiesta Challenge 7

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 15:48:27 -0700

Which parades do Fiesta organizers call the "Big Three?"

A visit to Cornyation 2008

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 23:26:50 -0700

Hear and see what Cornyation is all about. Video by Kin Man Hui - kmhui@express-news.net

Fiesta Challenge 6

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 15:58:53 -0700

What do people throw at Cornyation?

Fiesta Challenge 5

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 15:36:49 -0700

What does the acronym 'NIOSA' stand for?

Flamboyant for Fiesta

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Michele Moad-Hageman went on a quest to create a truly flamboyant hat for the Fiesta Hat Contest hosted by the Woman's Club of San Antonio.

Sticky Wickets

Sun, 20 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0700

People had old-fashioned fun Sunday at the Sticky Wickets Croquet Tournament. The proceeds benefit the programs of the Blessed Sacrament Academy.

Rey Feo returns to his roots

Sat, 19 Apr 2008 17:41:17 -0700

The Piñatas in the Barrio Feista 2008 event saw El Rey Feo, Fernando Reyes, returning to his roots. BILLY CALZADA / EXPRESS-NEWS

Fiesta Challenge 4

Sun, 20 Apr 2008 21:00:00 -0700

Which of the following can you eat at Fiesta: charreada, anticucho or guitaron?

Fiesta Challenge 3

Sat, 19 Apr 2008 21:00:00 -0700

What do they play at the Sticky Wickets tournament?

"Medal Mania"

Sun, 19 Oct 2008 12:04:34 -0700

Watch the action of medal and pin trading at the 2008 Fiesta opening celebration. Video by Kin Man Hui.

Fiesta Challenge 2

Sat, 19 Apr 2008 14:53:54 -0700

Who were King Cotton, Selamat and Omala?

Fiesta Cascarones

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 22:24:30 -0700

Cascarones are a potent symbol of Fiesta San Antonio. Their colorful confetti filling will litter the streets for the next 10 days. The Express-News attempts to answer some of the questions about cascarones. BILLY CALZADA / EXPRESS-NEWS

Flower making magic

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Seven ladies, eight weeks, 10,000 flowers: All for ONE Battle of Flowers Parade. The major Fiesta event simply couldn't go on without the flower makers of Fiesta Floral.

On Easter, games galore

Sun, 23 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Easter turns Brackenridge Park into a campground, and seems to turn the people of San Antonio into volleyball players, soccer stars, and cascarone bombers.

District 7 Easter Egg Hunt

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 11:59:28 -0700

San Antonio Councilman Justin R. Rodriguez holds an Easter Egg hunt at Woodlawn Lake. A young constituent gathers 24 eggs, but wants more. BILLY CALZADA / STAFF

A play of lights

Tue, 18 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0700

On the new Illuminations Tour at Natural Bridge Caverns, guides play with light and darkness and guests create a chorus of Oohs, Aahs and gasps of amazement.

2008 Fest of Tails

Sat, 15 Mar 2008 15:35:24 -0700

The Fest of Tails on March 15 offered lovers of kites and dogs an opportunity to combine the two in San Antonio. BILLY CALZADA / EXPRESS-NEWS

Amazement factory

Wed, 12 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Amazement and awe are the most prominent feelings at Saltimbanco, a Cirque du Soleil show that opened March 12 at the AT&T Center. The show, which runs through March 16, includes feats of acrobatics, music and dancing.

Old school wrestling

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0800

South Texas Professional Wrestling is a company that offers big nights of entertainment for small towns in South Texas.

Cattle Drive in San Antonio

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 05:06:50 -0800

Longhorn cattle are driven up Houston Street in San Antonio during the 2008 San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo Cattle Drive on Jan. 26, 2008. BILLY CALZADA / STAFF

Nordic walking

Sun, 20 Jan 2008 09:39:43 -0800

Personal trainer explains and demonstrates Nordic walking.

Marshall directs SA Opera's Elixir of Love

Sat, 19 Jan 2008 12:25:54 -0800

Hollywood director Garry Marshall directs Elilxir of Love, performed by the San Antonio Opera. BILLY CALZADA / STAFF

Monster Jam Pit Party

Sat, 12 Jan 2008 16:27:00 -0800

Adults and children enjoy the U.S. Hot Rod Association Monster Jam Pit Party at the Alamodome on Saturday, Jan. 12, 2008. BILLY CALZADA / STAFF

2008 resolutions

Mon, 31 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0800

Some in San Antonio will resolve in 2008 to be better Christians, exercise, get good grades and spend more time with family.

Hermes toy giveaway

Sun, 23 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0800

Children got sports balls, skateboards and barbies at the Hermes Music Project of Love event on Dec. 23 at the Freeman Coliseum.

Lucha Libre

Mon, 10 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0800

The Texas Wolverine All-Stars wrestlers put on a Lucha-style show every other Friday night.

Trains and Flowers

Wed, 04 Nov 2009 06:55:02 -0800

See model trains run for fun amongst plants and flowers at the San Antonio Botanical Center. Video by Kin Man Hui/Staff.

Hannah Montana makeovers

Mon, 12 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0800

In preparation for the Nov. 12 Hannah Montana concert, little girls crowded into Club Libby Lu to get makeovers to look like the singer and actress.

Wine festival begins

Wed, 07 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0800

People rode barges on the River Walk and tasted wines from local vineyards as part of one of the kick off events of the New World Wine and Food Festival.

Adult harmonica class

Tue, 06 Nov 2007 13:56:22 -0800

Adults, many with no musical experience, take a bold step forward by taking up the harmonica, under the tutelage of Don McCree. BILLY CALZADA / STAFF

At the air show

Sun, 04 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0700

A video montage of the second day of the Randolph Air Force Base Air Show.

Monte Vista trick or treaters

Wed, 31 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0700

This neighborhood in central San Antonio is popular with trick or treaters because some homeowners go all out on their decorations and candy.

Quilts

Tue, 30 Oct 2007 21:30:10 -0700

The Bulverde Quilt Group makes quilts and donates them to children's hospitals.

Ghost hunters

Mon, 29 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0700

Some say San Antonio is the most haunted city in this country. A small group of real ghost hunters in 2006 took advantage of that reputation.

Greek Funstival 2007

Sat, 20 Oct 2007 17:45:04 -0700

The Annual Greek Funstival of St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church offered food, fun and culture. BILLY CALZADA / STAFF

Tejas Rodeo Company

Sun, 14 Oct 2007 21:00:00 -0700

A fun time for everyone at a good 'ole fashioned rodeo. Video by Kin Man Hui/Express-News.

High-Tech Bowhunting

Thu, 13 Dec 2007 10:03:05 -0800

Two inventors find new ways for effective bowhunting. Kin Man Hui/Express-News

16 de Septiembre at La Villita

Sat, 15 Sep 2007 22:01:31 -0700

The Mexican Independence Day celebration "Festival de Los Niños" at La Villita offered fun for children and adults alike. BILLY CALZADA / STAFF

Alamo Extravaganza

Sat, 15 Sep 2007 19:47:53 -0700

The Alamo Extravanza at Woodlawn Lake offered a chance for physically challenged people to enjoy horseback riding and other activities. BILLY CALZADA / STAFF

High adventure

Thu, 13 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0700

Venture Crew 100 is a brand new group for 14- to 21-year-old boys and girls who enjoy high adventure activities like canoeing, hiking and camping. On Sept. 8, the nine-member Crew canoed down the Nueces River with a group of Boy Scouts.

Texas Metal Arts

Sat, 08 Sep 2007 16:55:49 -0700

"Texas Metal Arts - A Festival in Gruene" offers a chance for metal artists to display their wares and educate the public about their techniques. BILLY CALZADA / STAFF

Labor Day Sprinkle

Mon, 03 Sep 2007 16:08:16 -0700

A sprinkle of rain on the San Antonio River Walk on Labor Day. BILLY CALZADA / STAFF

Market Square Labor Day

Sat, 01 Sep 2007 17:39:36 -0700

People celebrate the Labor Day weekend and the 29th anniversary of Market Square. BILLY CALZADA / STAFF

Battle of the brews

Fri, 17 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0700

Beer aficionados take part in the 2007 Alamo City Cerveza Fest

Proud to be hick

Thu, 16 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0700

Women chugged root beer and dug their fingers in tubs of brown mud in the Miss Hick Chick Contest, which promotes country performer and television personality Cowboy Troy. The winner will move on to the national contest in Nashville.

Kids excited about cooking

Tue, 14 Aug 2007 12:00:00 -0700

Children spend three hours cooking a meal and taste their creations at classes by the Young Chef's Academy San Antonio franchise.

Mustangs in Leon Valley

Sat, 11 Aug 2007 18:33:41 -0700

This 1968 Shelby Mustang GT 500 belonging to Ron and Peggy Putz was a highlight of the Leon Valley Trade and Market Days Open Car Show on Aug. 11, 2007.

Dogs Days

Sat, 04 Aug 2007 13:29:02 -0700

The San Antonio Botanical Center holds Dog Days - a treat for owners and pets at the garden. Video by Kin Man Hui/Express-News

Kids interact with art at Chagall exhibit

Sun, 29 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0700

At this exhibit, there's no restriction about touching the art. Kids who visit the Chagall for Children exhibit at the San Antonio Children's Museum get to rearrange paintings and even get inside of them.

Helotes Live Music Marketplace

Sun, 22 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0700

The city of Helotes on July 22 hosted the first ever Helotes Live Music Marketplace. The city created the event, which includes vendors, music and food, to draw people to revitalize the area of Old Town Helotes.

Arachnocon 2007

Sat, 21 Jul 2007 16:43:27 -0700

A visit to Arachnocon 2007 where arachnids are the main topic of discussion by enthusiasts and curiosity-seekers. Video by Kin Man Hui/Express-News.

Hometown Artist's Rodeo

Wed, 11 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0700

Local bands and artists, as well as first time performers, meet at The Cove every second Tuesday for the "Hometown Artist Rodeo."

Tango Argentino

Mon, 16 Mar 2009 13:12:16 -0700

St. Mary's University's lecture and workshop series, Las Americas Letters, sponsors Tango Argentino which looks at the art of tango dancing. Watch dancers take part in a tango workshop. Video by Kin Man Hui/Express-News

Mother of five balances duties as Trinity coach

Thu, 26 Feb 2009 00:00:00 -0800

Trinity women's basketball coach Amie Bradley has five children, ages one to nine. In her four seasons with the Division-III Tigers, Bradley, a former Texas basketball standout, has ammassed a 75-30 overall record

Free group-weddings on Valentine's Day

Sat, 14 Feb 2009 15:41:41 -0800

Hundreds of couples were married in free ceremonies offered by the county on Valentine's Day

The Last Game

Sun, 25 Jan 2009 21:00:00 -0800

A group of women have gathered for as many as 70 years to play the game of Bunco. They recently played their last game. Kin Man Hui/Express-News

San Antonio's violin makers

Thu, 08 Jan 2009 12:35:40 -0800

Antonio Strad Violin makes and repairs high-end string instruments

Santa for Seniors

Thu, 01 Jan 2009 14:15:10 -0800

Volunteers from the Jefferson Area Community Outreach for Older People deliver donated gifts to homebound seniors.

Artist discusses Chicano pride

Sun, 21 Dec 2008 10:34:18 -0800

Adan Hernandez uses barrio as artistic influence

Baby monkeys in Jozani Forest

Sat, 20 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0800

Baby red colobus monkeys at play with their mothers in Jozani Forest, the last remnant of Zanzibar's original mahogany forest.

Stone Town Fish Market

Sat, 20 Dec 2008 00:00:00 -0800

An early-morning walk through the fish market in Stone Town, Zanzibar.

Zanzibar Spice Tour

Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 -0800

Spice tours take tourists to a spice farm, where they can smell, taste and touch spice plants like cloves, cinnamon and cardamom.

San Antonio's "Bluebonnet Painter"

Tue, 09 Dec 2008 17:46:29 -0800

An exhibit at the Witte Museum explores the career of Julian Onderdonk, an American impressionist best known for his paintings of bluebonnets.

Chaplain prays with police officers

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 15:00:00 -0800

Rev. Samuel Spencer is a chaplain for the San Antonio Police Department. Listen to Spencer pray with officers at the SAPD South Substation.

Dia de los Muertos parade

Sun, 02 Nov 2008 16:51:59 -0800

Crowds of people marched and danced with a Dia de los Muertos parade through Market Square on Nov. 2. The Las Monas dance group lead the parade, which was organized by the Museo Alameda.

Getting ready for Halloween

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 15:35:11 -0700

People are buying last-minute costumes this week, but many San Antonio homes are already spooky and scary to celebrate Halloween.

Mentalist by day, cop by night

Wed, 29 Oct 2008 13:00:00 -0700

"Candin" transforms into a mentalism performer when he's not at work as a missing persons detective on the graveyard shift at the San Antonio Police Department.

Marian devotees gather to open new shrine in Helotes

Tue, 21 Oct 2008 12:45:08 -0700

Marian Catholics with the Schoenstatt Movement celebrate with a dedication service in Hill Country.

New Marian chapel fosters Catholic spirituality

Sat, 18 Oct 2008 15:00:00 -0700

Schoenstatt community sees new chapel as spiritual home, place of devotion to the Virgin Mary, God. The new chapel opened Saturday in Helotes.

New shoes for needy children

Sun, 28 Sep 2008 13:25:03 -0700

Every year the Salvation Army provides brand new shoes to thousands of needy children as part of its Shoe-In for Kids program.

The price a wife pays

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 15:47:35 -0700

Tammy Edwards says life feels surreal since her husband, Staff Sgt. Chris Edwards, was seriously injured in the war in Iraq. But she pushes forward as best she can, and she tries to help her son, Riley, answer hard questions.

The internal battle

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 15:43:52 -0700

It's just as hard for the Edwards family to deal with Staff Sgt. Chris Edwards' mental and emotional injuries as it is to heal his physical wounds. Edwards was burned over 80 percent of his body when a bomb exploded under his patrol vehicle in 2005.

Hectic, day after day

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 15:40:20 -0700

Tammy Edwards has experienced non-stop hectic days caring for her 4-year-old son Riley and helping with the recovery of her husband, Staff Sgt. Chris Edwards, who was seriously wounded in Iraq in April 2005.

Hard work to recover

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 15:37:05 -0700

Staff Sgt. Chris Edwards does hours of physical therapy every day to regain the abilities to feed and clothe himself. Edwards was burned over 80 percent of his body when a bomb exploded under his patrol vehicle in Iraq in April 2005.

Dealing with daily pain

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 15:32:28 -0700

Staff Sgt. Chris Edwards must deal with excruciating pain every day during his recovery from an injury he suffered in Iraq. Edwards was burned over 80 percent of his body when a bomb exploded under his patrol vehicle in April 2005.

Difficulty of managing diabetes

Tue, 30 Sep 2008 06:32:41 -0700

About 80 percent of Dr. Robert Trevino's patients are diabetics. Trevino says only about three out of 10 patients follow all his advice to manage their diabetes: eating right, exercising, and taking their medications properly.

Living with diabetes

Tue, 23 Sep 2008 16:31:09 -0700

Ruben Rodela was diagnosed with diabetes at 10. At 31 years old, he went on dialysis because his kidneys failed. Listen to Rodela discuss how the disease affects his life.

Endangered birds find new home

Wed, 03 Sep 2008 17:25:46 -0700

Nine endangered birds -- Attwater's Prairie Chickens -- found new homes on a private ranch near Goliad, thanks to bird specialists from SeaWorld San Antonio and the San Antonio Zoo, who raised the birds from eggs.

A senior gardener

Wed, 03 Sep 2008 12:50:08 -0700

Raymond Cantu, 70, uses his skills with plants to brighten up the lives of residents at San Jacinto Senior Community Center. Video by BILLY CALZADA/gcalzada@express-news.net

Celebrate Bandera 2008

Sat, 30 Aug 2008 16:51:12 -0700

Bandera, Texas, the self-described "Cowboy Capital of the World," throws a wing-ding to celebrate its western heritage. Video by Billy Calzada / gcalzada@express-news.net

One stop Quinceanera shop

Sun, 24 Aug 2008 15:50:41 -0700

Mothers and daughters oohed and awed at fancy dresses, cakes and more at the Priscilla's Advice Quinceanera Expo, which helps families plan their daughters' fifteenth birthday parties and coming-of-age celebrations.

Back to school in style

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 13:58:06 -0700

Children in the foster care system got treated to new hair styles at the Back to School Hair-A-Thon, a Child Protective Services event that also taught foster parents about care and maintenance for African American hair and skin.

EN VIDEO: Skateboarding to the savior

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 11:40:25 -0700

More than an awesome hangout with rails and ramps, Delta Force Skate Church ministers to young people who are often exposed to drugs, gangs and crime. The Lakeview Baptist Church program has been successful at turning many of them to God.

EN VIDEO: The Dignowity Hill Pushcart Derby

Sun, 27 Jul 2008 10:16:22 -0700

San Antonio artists compete in the Dignowity Hill Pushcart Derby in East San Antonio on July 26, 2008. VIDEO BY BILLY CALZADA/gcalzada@express-news.net

Learning to value water

Wed, 06 Aug 2008 08:03:30 -0700

Children learn about where water comes from, and how to conserve it, in a class at "Summer at the Academy," an enrichment program at the San Antonio Academy. By Angela Grant/agrant@express-News.net

EN VIDEO: Cycling San Antonio - Broadway/Austin Highway/410

Sun, 20 Jul 2008 11:06:30 -0700

Colin McDonald bikes from downtown to Broadway to Austin Highway. BILLY CALZADA/gcalzada@express-news.net

EN VIDEO: Cycling San Antonio - Blanco Road

Sun, 20 Jul 2008 11:05:29 -0700

Colin McDonald bikes from Loop 1604 at Blanco to downtown San Antonio. BILLY CALZADA/gcalzada@express-news.net

Long-haired Chihuahua

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 21:00:00 -0700

A dog a day: Learn about the long-haired Chihuahua, one of the breeds participating in the River City Cluster of Dog Shows.

Doberman Pinscher

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 21:00:00 -0700

A dog a day: Learn about the Doberman Pinscher, one of the breeds participating in the River City Cluster of Dog Shows.

Chinese Crested

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:00:00 -0700

A dog a day: Learn about the Chinese Crested, one of the breeds participating in the River City Cluster of Dog Shows.

Australian Shepherd

Sat, 12 Jul 2008 21:00:00 -0700

A dog a day: Learn about the Australian Shepherd, one of the breeds participating in the River City Cluster of Dog Shows.

Dog fashion photo shoot

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 17:31:38 -0700

Canines visit the photography studio at the San Antonio Express-News, where they are photographed to illustrate a feature on the upcoming River City Cluster of Dogs Show. BILLY CALZADA/gcalzada@express-news.net

Big church, small church

Mon, 21 Jul 2008 15:09:40 -0700

Houston super pastor Joel Osteen packed the AT&T Center on Sunday with high-technology preaching. But how does the experience compare to a small community church in San Antonio?

Emergency room ministry

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 14:10:54 -0700

Teenagers with the Windcrest United Methodist Church spend Wednesday nights performing a faith-based puppet show for children at Methodist Children's Hospital's emergency room.

EN VIDEO: Cycling San Antonio - SW Military

Sun, 20 Jul 2008 11:06:59 -0700

Colin McDonald bikes from 410 at Old Pearsall Road to SW Military Highway, downtown via Mission Parkway and South Alamo Street. BILLY CALZADA/gcalzada@express-news.net

Steak Night at Floore Country Store

Wed, 25 Jun 2008 15:26:31 -0700

Steak Night is a popular mid-week diversion for many families and restaurants in the San Antonio area. BILLY CALZADA/gcalzada@express-news.net

Built to perfection

Sat, 14 Jun 2008 15:09:31 -0700

Prince Fontenot sponsors the South Texas Bodybuilding and Figure Fitness Championship in San Antonio. See men and women at their peak of physical shape. Video by Kin Man Hui/kmhui@express-news.net

Deserving diversion

Mon, 21 Jul 2008 15:11:28 -0700

Teenagers with cancer from all over the nation visited the area for some much-deserved fun for The Sunshine Kids Texas Hill Country Adventure.

A cycle of Inspiration

Thu, 05 Jun 2008 14:37:29 -0700

"Franko" Guerrero is a motorcycle builder who is inspired by his father, who passed away in March 2008. BILLY CALZADA / EXPRESS-NEWS

On Terlingua Time

Mon, 02 Jun 2008 21:00:00 -0700

Hanging out with the Terlingua locals at the Porch and La Kiva.

Youthful musical genius

Sun, 01 Jun 2008 00:00:00 -0700

At the Child Prodigy concert, you can close your eyes and imagine listening to world-class musicians. In reality, it's eight to thirteen year olds playing. The June 1 concert by Musical Bridges Around the World was at the Carver Community Center.

A community jam

Mon, 21 Jul 2008 15:14:09 -0700

The County Line Community Band is made of all volunteers who love playing music. They perform at small community events in areas surrounding San Antonio.

Adjusting to college life

Mon, 21 Jul 2008 15:14:40 -0700

Colin Wright didn't go too far from his home in Austin to attend the University of Texas at San Antonio. But life in his freshman year still took some adjustment.

San Antonians' prayers

Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Celebrating the National Day of Prayer at City Hall on May 1, people of San Antonio prayed about the nation's financial crisis, the leadership of the country, and bringing others to God.

Afternoon in Harlem

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 21:00:00 -0700

The sights, sounds and people of one of New York City's most famous neighborhoods

Ministry clown

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 15:38:52 -0700

Donnabelle, aka Donna Manna, is a clown that uses her red nose and oversized shoes to teach the Gospel. BILLY CALZADA / EXPRESS-NEWS

Fundraiser for Emilio's band members

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 13:49:07 -0700

A fundraiser was held to benefit Ricky Vega and Ray Diaz de Leon, bandmates of Tejano music star Emilio Navaira. Their bus crashed on March 23. BILLY CALZADA / EXPRESS-NEWS

Spirituality vs. education

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 21:00:00 -0700

Jonathan Piedra is a freshman majoring in architecture at San Antonio College. But his first priority is to keep up his spiritual duties as a Jehovah's Witness, while also laboring for good grades.

A talented carpenter

Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Carpenter Mat Geng is a perfectionist who won't stop laboring until his creations are flawless. He relies on his fingertips to reveal that perfection -- He went blind in his 30s and has never seen his woodworking masterpieces.

Healthy eating, made easy

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Registered Dietician Letty Holmbo provides nutritional counseling to families and people with special diet needs. But she takes her service one step further, actually cooking health meals and delivering them to clients.

New bird in the sky

Sun, 16 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0700

Veracity Aviation is a new helicopter flight school based in New Braunfels. Owner Derrick Smith created the company after his former employer, Silver State Helicopters, went bankrupt.

Slinging Ink Tattoo Expo

Fri, 07 Mar 2008 17:13:27 -0800

Tattoo artists share about their work at the Slinging Ink Tattoo Expo at Freeman Coliseum. BILLY CALZADA / EXPRESS-NEWS

An Altar for Emma

Thu, 28 Feb 2008 17:54:40 -0800

The cast of "An Altar for Emma" rehearses for their performances Feb. 29-March 9. Emma Tenayuca was a San Antonio labor leader in the 1930s. BILLY CALZADA / EXPRESS-NEWS

Phantom of the Opera at the Majestic

Thu, 28 Feb 2008 17:01:04 -0800

Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Phantom of the Opera runs at the Majestic Theatre in San Antonio from Feb. 27 - March 23, 2008. The long-running Broadway show is famous for its chandelier and exotic costumes. BILLY CALZADA / EXPRESS-NEWS

Elise Goen's path to college degree

Thu, 06 Mar 2008 21:00:00 -0800

The keys to a comfortable, middle-class life increasingly hang on one peg - a bachelor's degree. We've followed Elise Goen, a sophomore at Trinity Unversity, as she makes her way through college.

Vintage Air

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 21:00:00 -0800

Custom air conditioner manufacturers for antique cars, classic cars and hot rods.

Flashback to Medieval times

Wed, 20 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0800

In the Barony of Bjornsborg, Medieval fighters can still claim a title and ladies still clamor after Rennaisance fashion. It's the local chapter of the Society for Creative Anachronism, a group of history buffs who take their passions beyond books.

Zumba!

Fri, 22 Feb 2008 09:00:00 -0800

Local exercisers move to the beat of a Latin-flavored workout. Video by Paula Hunt.

Barn Report: A child and her lamb

Wed, 13 Feb 2008 16:44:50 -0800

Feb. 13: Reagan Hamlin, 8, has no problem handling a lamb almost twice her weight. BILLY CALZADA / EXPRESS-NEWS

Barn Report: Cowboy's best friend

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0800

Feb. 10: Certified farrier Gary Weers of Seguin discusses how important horses are in his life.

San Antonio Asian Festival

Sat, 09 Feb 2008 19:54:46 -0800

The 21st annual Asian Festival at the Institute of Texan Cultures on Saturday, Feb. 9, 2008. Countries represented include India, China, Pakistan, Japan, Thailand and many others. BILLY CALZADA / EXPRESS-NEWS

Barn Report: Simbrah calf and mom

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 16:59:36 -0800

Feb. 7 - Chris White II cares for a simbrah cow and her 15-day-old calf in a barn at the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo. BILLY CALZADA / EXPRESS-NEWS

Barn Report: A heifer in the family

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 05:03:27 -0800

Feb. 6: Paige Stevens of Victoria is close to her heifer; she considers it family. BILLY CALZADA / STAFF

Barn Report: Pigs are cute

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 05:04:25 -0800

Feb. 5: Brandi Boldin and Hope Evans of Farmersville, Texas, tend to their gilt pigs, which they describe as "cute" and "clean," at the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo. BILLY CALZADA / STAFF

Barn Report: Corkscrew curls

Mon, 04 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0800

Feb. 4: To prepare an angora goat to show at the San Antonio Livestock Show & Rodeo, participants must separate the goat's curls to give its coat a clean, uniform look.

Barn Report: Bling in the Barn

Sun, 03 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0800

Feb. 3: Girls competing in the Junior Boer Goat Show tried to impress the judges by dressing in bright colors and flashy, shiny belts.

Spelling Bee!

Wed, 30 Jan 2008 15:57:36 -0800

San Antonio kids asked to spell many "regional" words.

Bringing up babies

Wed, 16 Jan 2008 23:06:51 -0800

Mary Traugott adopts gibbons to raise in her Marion, Texas home. Video by Kin Man Hui/Express-News

Christmas pageant

Mon, 24 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0800

Children reenacted the Biblical story of the birth of Jesus at St. Matthew Catholic Church on Christmas Eve.

Living Nativity Scene

Mon, 17 Dec 2007 08:52:57 -0800

Concordia Lutheran Church holds a drive-through living nativity, taking spectators through the Biblical Christmas story. BILLY CALZADA / STAFF

Windcrest Christmas Lights

Sat, 15 Dec 2007 00:32:19 -0800

Windcrest, Texas, has a tradition of amazing Christmas light displays. Each holiday season, thousands drive and walk its streets, enjoying the displays. BILLY CALZADA / STAFF

Christmas singer

Thu, 13 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0800

Dave Christopher had a lucrative job in the oilfield industry until he decided to give it up to become a Christian singer. He volunteers to sing Christmas songs at retirement homes.

Valdez and Rubio: Pride of San Anto

Thu, 13 Dec 2007 20:15:41 -0800

Vincent Valdez and Alex Rubio unite for the art show "San Anto: Pride of the Southside / En el Mero Hueso" at the Museo Alameda in San Antonio. BILLY CALZADA / STAFF

Feast Day Celebration

Wed, 12 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0800

Our Lady of Guadalupe Church held an early morning mass and activities all day on Dec. 12 to celebrate the Virgen of Guadalupe.

Las Posadas at OLLU

Sat, 08 Dec 2007 17:49:33 -0800

Mary and Joseph's search for shelter at the first Christmas is replayed in Hispanic tradition at Our Lady of the Lake University. BILLY CALZADA / STAFF

SA Symphony violinist played for peace

Sun, 09 Dec 2007 21:00:00 -0800

Bassam Nashawati played violin with the West-Eastern Divan Orchestra to promote Middle East peace. BILLY CALZADA / STAFF

Cow poo pens

Thu, 29 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0800

John Lopez of JS Shop in Poteet, Texas makes writing pens from cow manure. He gets the poo from cow pastures in the area, grinds it in a blender, applies several layers of glue and polishes it up.

Hunting Ministry for Youth

Tue, 20 Nov 2007 09:00:00 -0800

The Cross Trail Outfitters Youth Hunting and Fishing Club is a ministry to youth, many who come from broken homes. BILLY CALZADA / STAFF

Berry Picking

Thu, 22 Nov 2007 21:00:00 -0800

Ithaca's Kestrel Perch Berries is a community-supported farm that sells seasonal shares of its produce to local residents. Photos by Noelia Santos.

Fall Creek

Thu, 22 Nov 2007 21:00:00 -0800

Ithaca's Fall Creek neighborhood is idyllic, serene and sometimes spectacular. Photos by Noelia Santos.

Jubilation at marathon finish line

Sun, 16 Nov 2008 13:13:50 -0800

Some runners threw their hands up, screaming in jubilation, while others cried with happiness at the finish line of the San Antonio Rock 'n' Roll Marathon.

Residents cheer runners on route

Sun, 16 Nov 2008 09:31:15 -0800

San Antonio residents lined the route of the San Antonio Rock 'n' Roll Marathon on Sunday to support the runners by cheering, and even handing out free beer.

Marathon runners take off

Sun, 16 Nov 2008 07:12:33 -0800

Music, cheering and Texas Governor Rick Perry greeted runners on Sunday morning as they began racing in the San Antonio Rock N' Roll Marathon.

Local officials take punches for charity

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 22:07:22 -0800

Bexar County Judge Nelson Wolff and San Antonio City Councilman Philip Cortez laced up their gloves and fought in separate boxing matches on Nov. 13. The event, "A Night of Community Boxing," benefited the South Texas Hispanic Fund.

Golf fan becomes an inspiration for the tour

Fri, 10 Oct 2008 23:34:01 -0700

Despite having cerebral palsy, D.J. Gregory, 30, has walked every hole of every PGA tournament this season. He has become an inspiration to many including the golfers in the PGA.

EN VIDEO: Rollergirl recovering after injury

Wed, 27 Aug 2008 11:29:22 -0700

Resting in a bed at University Hospital, sensation is finally creeping back into the left leg of a roller derby player who was seriously injured during a match on Sunday Aug. 10.

Goodbye to a legend

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 08:08:03 -0700

Friends, family and fans remembered sports journalist and local celebrity Dan Cook at his funeral Tuesday.

A Retrospective: Dan Cook

Fri, 04 Jul 2008 03:42:29 -0700

Colleagues pay homage to Dan Cook.

Gecko Girls

Mon, 21 Jul 2008 15:09:15 -0700

Team Gecko is a kid's triathalon team in San Antonio. To the director's surprise and pleasure, the team has many more girls than boys this year.

Visions of Victory

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 23:47:01 -0700

The Visions of Victory photo exhibition at the San Antonio Museum of Art runs through Aug. 17. The exhibition includes many iconic sports images. BILLY CALZADA / EXPRESS-NEWS

Spurs fanatics

Thu, 22 May 2008 23:40:47 -0700

With the San Antonio Spurs deadlocked, 3-3, in their NBA playoffs series against New Orleans, fans speak of hope. BILLY CALZADA / EXPRESS-NEWS

The Phoenix Suns arrive

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 16:50:42 -0700

The NBA Phoenix Suns arrive in San Antonio for their first-round NBA playoff series against the San Antonio Spurs. BILLY CALZADA / EXPRESS-NEWS

Remembering a true hero

Sun, 02 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0800

The Madison High School community came together March 2 to remember the life of David Edwards, a former student who was paralyzed after being injured in a school football game. His strength after his injury was an inspiration to many.

Barn Report: Hurry up and wait

Mon, 11 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0800

Although some kids at the San Antonio Stockshow and Rodeo must wait hours or days to show their animals, they somehow find ways to pass the time without getting too bored.

Prim Reapers crush Missyfits

Mon, 11 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0800

The Prim Reapers took on The Missyfits on Feb. 10, the first bout of the 2008 season of the Alamo City Rollergirls. The Prims won 205 to 24.

SA Rampage give a helping hand

Thu, 10 Jan 2008 15:48:03 -0800

San Antonio Rampage hockey players contribute funds to help a single mother buy a home of her own. BILLY CALZADA / STAFF

Alamo Bowl pre-game fan fun

Sat, 29 Dec 2007 15:54:39 -0800

Penn State and Texas A&M fans enjoy themselves before the Valero Alamo Bowl football game on Dec. 29, 2007. BILLY CALZADA / STAFF

Week 16: McCarney's Minute

Sun, 23 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0800

San Antonio Express-News sports writer Dan McCarney discusses high school football, including Judson's loss to Trinity during the last game of playoffs.

Championship Game: Judson 10, Euless Trinity 13

Sat, 22 Dec 2007 20:18:13 -0800

Watch the Class 5A-Division I State Championship football game between the Judson Rockets and the Euless Trinity Trojans on Dec. 22, 2007. Video by Kin Man Hui/Express-News

Week 15: McCarney's Minute

Sun, 16 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0800

San Antonio Express-News sports writer Dan McCarney discusses high school football, including Judson's dominance during playoffs.

HS Playoffs: Madison 21, Katy 66

Sat, 15 Dec 2007 22:12:03 -0800

See Madison take on Katy in the Class 5A Div. II High School football playoffs on Dec. 15, 2007. Video by Kin Man Hui/Express-News

Week 14: McCarney's Minute

Sun, 09 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0800

San Antonio Express-News sports writer Dan McCarney discusses high school football, including games between Madison vs. Smithson Valley and Judson vs. Reagan.

Week 13: McCarney's Minute

Sun, 02 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0800

San Antonio Express-News sports writer Dan McCarney discusses high school football, including games played by Madison, Smithson Valley, Reagan, Judson and New Braunfels.

FBH: Smithson Valley vs. Harlingen South

Sat, 01 Dec 2007 12:48:57 -0800

The Smithson Valley Rangers defeat Harlingen South, 55-7, in third-round Class 5A Division II playoffs action on Nov. 30, 2007. BILLY CALZADA / STAFF

Week 12: McCarney's Minute

Sun, 25 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0800

San Antonio Express-News sports writer Dan McCarney discusses high school football, including Reagan v. O'Connor, New Braunfels v. Alamo Heights, Judson v. Southwest and Madison v. Warren.

FBH: Judson 24, Southwest 16

Sat, 24 Nov 2007 00:42:48 -0800

Judson defeats Southwest, 24-16, in the second round of 5A-Div. I High School Football playoffs at the Alamodome on Nov. 23, 2007. Video by Kin Man Hui/Express-News.

Priest Holmes' longest career run in the NFL

Thu, 22 Nov 2007 17:22:32 -0800

Priest Holmes' longest career run in the NFL was 72 yards against the Tennessee Titans on Dec. 5, 1999, while he was a member of the Baltimore Ravens. (Video courtesy of the Baltimore Ravens)

Week 11: McCarney's Minute

Sun, 18 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0800

San Antonio Express-News sports writer Dan McCarney discusses high school football, including Judson vs. Austin Bowie, Smithson Valley vs. Austin High, Reagan vs. Westlake, and Devine player Stephen Carillo.

FBH: Clark vs. Southwest

Sat, 17 Nov 2007 05:03:45 -0800

Class 5A Division I first-round playoff action pitting Southwest vs.Clark. BILLY CALZADA / STAFF

Week 10: McCarney's Minute

Sun, 11 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0800

San Antonio Express-News sports writer Dan McCarney discusses high school football, including star player Marcus Wright, one of the final games of West Campus, Alamo Heights vs. Tivy and O'Connor v. Warren.

2007 Chili Bowl: Fox Tech 24, Lanier 6

Tue, 13 Nov 2007 09:14:50 -0800

Fox Tech takes on rival Lanier in the 2007 Chili Bowl. Video by Kin Man Hui/Express-News.

Week 9: McCarney's Minute

Sun, 04 Nov 2007 00:00:00 -0700

San Antonio Express-News sports writer Dan McCarney reviews the week in high school football. This week he discusses Southwest v. Carroll and the Holy Bowl, Central Catholic v. Holy Cross.

FBH: CC Carroll @ Southwest

Sat, 03 Nov 2007 05:15:48 -0700

Southwest defeats Corpus Christi Carroll to clinch the 27-5A football title on Nov. 2, 2007. BILLY CALZADA / STAFF

Week 8: McCarney's Minute

Sun, 28 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0700

San Antonio Express-News sports writer Dan McCarney reviews the week in high school football. This week he discusses Smithson Valley v. Reagan and New Braunfels v. Steele.

FBH: Warren 58 @ Holmes 0

Sat, 27 Oct 2007 00:31:37 -0700

Warren takes on Holmes in District 28-5A football. Video/editing - Kin Man Hui/Express-News.

Week 7: McCarney's Minute

Sun, 21 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0700

San Antonio Express-News sports writer Dan McCarney reviews the week in high school football. This week he discusses Wagner v. Judson, Reagan v. Lee and Alamo Heights v. Boerne

Week 6: McCarney's Minute

Sun, 14 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0700

San Antonio Express-News sports writer Dan McCarney reviews the week in high school football. This week he discusses Warren vs. Jay and Judson vs. Madison.

FBH: Madison @ Judson

Sat, 13 Oct 2007 02:03:09 -0700

A clash of two city powerhouse football teams: Madison takes on Judson at Judson Stadium on Oct. 12, 2007. Video by Kin Man Hui/Express-News.

60 Seconds: Lewis Stroud

Thu, 11 Oct 2007 10:17:29 -0700

His love of the game keeps him going back as a referee. Video by Kin Man Hui/Express-News.

Week 5: McCarney's Minute

Sun, 07 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0700

San Antonio Express-News sports writer Dan McCarney reviews the week in high school football. This week he discusses Steele vs. Clemens and Madison vs. Reagan, including the injury of star player Devin Thomas.

Volleyball serve

Thu, 04 Oct 2007 00:00:00 -0700

Reagan volleyball player Allie Murray illustrates a jump float serve.

Week 4: McCarney's Minute

Sun, 30 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0700

San Antonio Express-News sports writer Dan McCarney reviews the week in high school football. This week he reviews New Braunfels vs. Clemens, Southwest vs. Corpus Christi Ray, and Madison vs. Smithson Valley.

FBH: Madison @ Smithson Valley

Wed, 14 Nov 2007 16:53:07 -0800

Madison against Smithson Valley in high school football at Smithson Valley on Sept. 28, 2007. Kin Man Hui/Express-News

Sept. 23: Dragon Divas vs. Missyfits

Mon, 24 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0700

Tension hung in the air like an electric charge at the championship bout of the Alamo City Rollergirls. The Dragon Divas won the 2007 title when they beat The Missyfits 102 to 93.

Week 3: McCarney's Minute

Sun, 23 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0700

San Antonio Express-News sports writer Dan McCarney reviews the week in high school football. This week he reviews Reagan v. MacArthur, Smithson Valley v. Roosevelt and Judson v. Churchill.

EN: SA GameTime: Canyon 0, Tivy 27

Sat, 22 Sep 2007 03:43:20 -0700

The New Braunfels Canyon visited Kerrville Tivy on Sept. 21, 2007. Tivy won the prep football game, 27-0. BILLY CALZADA / STAFF

Week 2: McCarney's Minute

Sun, 16 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0700

San Antonio Express-News sports writer Dan McCarney reviews the week in high school football. This week he reviews Roosevelt v. Lee, Randolph v. Cole and Smithson v. MacArthur.

EN: SA GameTime: Pleasanton 53, Sam Houston 28

Sat, 15 Sep 2007 01:55:59 -0700

Pleasanton against Sam Houston at San Antonio ISD sports complex on Sept. 14, 2007. Video by Kin Man Hui/Express-News.

Week 1: McCarney's Minute

Sun, 09 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0700

San Antonio Express-News sports writer Dan McCarney discusses three high school football games in the week of Sept. 3 to 8: Madison v. O'Connor, Kerrville Tivy v. Judson and Reagan v. Georgetown.

Week 0: McCarney's Minute

Tue, 11 Sep 2007 15:17:32 -0700

A minute with Dan McCarney as he discusses prep football of the weekend of Aug. 31, 2007. BILLY CALZADA / STAFF

2007 Gucci Bowl

Fri, 31 Aug 2007 01:42:59 -0700

Churchill against Clark in the Gucci Bowl at Farris Stadium on Aug. 30, 2007. Video by Kin Man Hui/Express-News.

Aug. 15: Dragon Divas vs. Prim Reapers

Tue, 21 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0700

The Prim Reapers had to forfeit the August roller derby bout to the Dragon Divas because too many Prims were injured. But the teams still played an exhibition bout with the help of four Missyfits players. The Prims won.

Romo's Family

Wed, 01 Aug 2007 15:25:24 -0700

About 200 members of Tony Romo's family attended the Dallas Cowboys training camp to cheer him on. Video by Kin Man Hui/Express-News.

Fans love Tony Romo

Thu, 26 Jul 2007 15:20:41 -0700

Dallas Cowboys' quarterback Tony Romo has the love of fans at training camp. Video by Kin Man Hui/Express-News

First day of Cowboys practice

Thu, 26 Jul 2007 15:30:37 -0700

The Dallas Cowboys started their first day of their 2007 Training Camp at the Alamodome. Video by Kin Man Hui/Express-News

Cowboys Kickoff Party

Wed, 25 Jul 2007 00:15:47 -0700

The Dallas Cowboys kicked off their 2007 Training Camp at the Alamodome with a bang as they held a free-for-all party with music by the Los Lonely Boys and appearances by all of the Cowboys football players. Video: Kin Man Hui/Express-News.

San Antonio pool player is national champ

Wed, 30 May 2007 00:00:00 -0700

Jose Garcia of San Antonio started playing pool in his family's garage, but he's come a long way since then. He won first place in the 9-ball black tier level of the American Poolplayers Association's competition in Las Vegas.

Badminton championships

Tue, 15 May 2007 00:00:00 -0700

Elementary students from 11 area schools competed on Tuesday, May 15, 2007 in badminton championships organized by the Dreams for Youth program of the San Antonio Sports Foundation.

A Fragrant Franchise

Fri, 06 Feb 2009 15:12:30 -0800

ScentChips USA wax fragrance shops a proven franchising success

Mobile pet spa saves time, relieves stress

Thu, 18 Dec 2008 10:01:52 -0800

One local dog grooming company does brisk business during holiday crunch

San Antonio's oldest candy plant

Mon, 08 Dec 2008 18:45:46 -0800

Judson-Atkinson Candies doing a booming business making Easter candy during the holiday season. Despite the economy, it's business has tripled.

Alamodome transformed

Thu, 25 Sep 2008 18:03:30 -0700

San Antonio builders and home decor companies take over the Alamodome in preparation for The Builders Showcase Expo 2008. By Aissatou Sidime/asidime@express-news.net

Dream kitchens rise

Fri, 26 Sep 2008 09:30:12 -0700

Watch the dream kitchens come to life in preparation for the Builders Showcase Expo 2008 running Sept. 26-28 in the Alamodome. By Aissatou Sidime/asidime@express-news.net

EN VIDEO: Oasis of fuel savings in San Antonio

Thu, 14 Aug 2008 12:16:46 -0700

While many people are cursing high fuel costs, those at Alamo Biodiesel in central San Antonio smile as prices climb. The company's business has blossomed as customers seeking financial relief have sought out its cheaper alternative fuel.

Pet Resort

Sun, 10 Aug 2008 18:55:12 -0700

Pet resorts thrive as demand for services booms

Gas costs affecting tubing

Sun, 20 Jul 2008 06:53:51 -0700

Soaring fuel costs are affecting the tubing business on the Guadalupe River in New Braunfels. But exactly how they're affecting river outfitters really depends on who you ask.

Beer hits the pocketbook

Mon, 21 Jul 2008 15:08:45 -0700

Increased costs for hops and malt, and rising transportation costs, have caused the Blue Star Brewing Company to raise the price of beer by 50 cents.

Sun-kissed water

Mon, 21 Jul 2008 15:10:10 -0700

To offset rising energy costs and do right by the environment, the Army Residence Community is installing a solar thermal power system that will use the sun's energy to heat its water.

Stone Masters

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 13:06:12 -0700

Granite fabricators of countertops

D&A Motor Trike

Fri, 23 May 2008 12:36:59 -0700

Two semi-retired Seguin men build three-wheel motorcycles using custom kits manufactured by Motor Trike Inc. of Troup, Texas

Nintendo's Wii Fit launched Wednesday in U.S.

Wed, 21 May 2008 19:22:22 -0700

Teddy, 9, demonstrates the Wii Fit exercise game. It features yoga, cardio workouts, balance games and strength training. It's become a big hit in Japan, and is expected to become very popular in the United States. Video by L.A. Lorek/Express-News.

Alamo Karts in Boerne

Tue, 20 May 2008 15:52:19 -0700

Alamo Power Sports, a BMW and Triumph motorcycle dealer, opens go kart racing track south of Boerne

Startup Weekend San Antonio

Tue, 20 May 2008 00:00:00 -0700

In 54 hours, 39 strangers met in San Antonio to create three companies out of Startup Weekend San Antonio.

West Chamber

Thu, 08 May 2008 12:58:36 -0700

A day with Mary Cruz, president of West San Antonio Chamber of Commerce

New-to-you building materials

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 00:00:00 -0700

The Habitat for Humanity Home Center sells building materials such as doors, windows and wood that have been donated by businesses or individuals. Shoppers see big savings, and the proceeds benefit Habitat for Humanity.

Hwy 16 Flea Mart

Wed, 02 Apr 2008 13:08:54 -0700

Spring weather brings back visitors to the Hwy 16 Flea Mart on the South Side

La Michoacana

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 12:05:40 -0700

Houston-based Hispanic grocery chain La Michoacana Meat Market establishes downtown's largest supermarket

Rivercity Pedicabs

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 12:06:49 -0700

Rivercity pedicabs gives rides and tours of downtown San Antonio. Video by Valentino Lucio

Economic outlook

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0800

San Antonio's economy continues to boom

Passionate about pitbulls

Mon, 04 Feb 2008 09:23:48 -0800

Members of Alamo City Bully Breeds United advocate for their pitbulls. Video by Kin Man Hui/Express-News

Chasing danger

Mon, 04 Feb 2008 09:23:18 -0800

What is a dangerous dog, and how does Animal Care Services handle them?

Worried residents

Thu, 07 Feb 2008 05:05:13 -0800

Everyday people encounter danger when dogs are allowed to roam freely. BILLY CALZADA / STAFF

Trouble in Toyland: Part 1

Thu, 13 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0800

Because of the numerous high-profile toy recalls this year, parents need to be careful even though some retailers have created toy safety programs.

Trouble in Toyland: Part 2

Sun, 16 Dec 2007 14:53:30 -0800

See what a local toy seller is doing to ensure consumers get the safest toys possible in light of massive recalls of toys made in China.

Trouble in Toyland: Part 3

Thu, 13 Dec 2007 00:00:00 -0800

While children ask Santa for the toys they want this Christmas, their parents are asking whether those toys are safe.