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Let’s Talk About It: LA PRENSA TEXAS Founded 1913 - Fundada en 1913

FELONY IN TEXAS - WHAT DOES THAT MEAN FOR YOU?

Publisher / Editora: Yvette Tello y.tello@laprensatexas.com

chance after serving their time?

Would you hire someone with a felony record? Why or why not?

What changes should be made to help people re-enter the workforce successfully? Let’s talk about it…

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By Yvette Tello

Joseph Martinez: “Or run for POTUS”

Felony in Texas - what does that mean for you?

In Texas, having a felony on your record can feel like wearing a permanent label—one that follows you everywhere you go.

For many, it doesn’t matter how much time has passed, how much you’ve changed, or how hard you’re trying to do better. The system isn’t built to make it easy to move forward. Finding a job becomes one of the biggest challenges. Many employers won’t even consider an application once they see a conviction.

Others may offer work, but often at low wages with long hours and little opportunity for growth. It can be discouraging, exhausting, and at times, feel hopeless. So what happens to people who are trying to do the right thing? To those who want to work, provide for their families, and contribute to their communities? Events like the 2nd Chance Job Fair, led by Tommy Calvert, create space—if only for one day—where judgment is set aside and opportunity is offered. But one day out of the year raises an important question…Is that enough? If we truly believe in redemption, should someone’s worst mistake define the rest of their life? Or should there be more pathways to rebuild, to restore dignity, and to earn a second chance? Do you believe people deserve a second

Jeff Hull: “I am a convicted felon of over 28yrs. I used to think that no one would hire me because of it. I found out that I was shooting myself down even before I applied for the job. It wasn’t just society looking down on me but I kept carrying that cross everywhere I went. So I didn’t bother applying at many locations that were hiring. Come to find out that the type of felony you have makes the difference. I have burglary charges. So getting a job in retail or like at a Dollar Tree was impossible. Then I applied at the State Hospital to work in the kitchen. I got the job regardless of my felony.Had I had an assault or abuse case. Then I would not have been hired. The thing is that the State Hospital job was literally a Federal Government job with good benefits, pay and overtime. Here I was thinking that because I was a felon. I couldn’t get a good job.

That’s just not 100% true. Not to mention that I had that job over 20yrs ago at a time when it seemed much harder for a convicted felon to get a job. Things have changed and thank God for it. A convicted felon can get a good job. It may require a change in the type of job you apply for but it’s not impossible. Before worrying if society is holding you back. Ask yourself “Am I hold-

ing myself back”?. It’s not about the job you want. It’s about the job you need. So try something different but more importantly.

Stop shooting yourself down before you even try. Obviously I am a firm believer that felons who have served their time and have paid their debt to society and who have made a conscious effort to turn themselves around do deserve that opportunity.”

Stevi e Lane Martin: “I mean people can read and do course work in prison to make higher education so it can be easier once they get out. This should be a normalized thing.”

Mindy Jones: “Hospital administrators are guilty of far worse most of the time” Mary Czech: “As a parent of a 3 time felon this gives me hope.

Praying he turns a corner and makes better decisions” J en Maday Hull: “I can’t be a pharmacy technician with a misdemeanor theft” Cin dy Barrand; “I think they are more worried about the assault charges” Robert Thompson: “Depends on the type of felony and how old they “ Joe Beattie: “Forgiveness and redemption” Calvin Peake: “Where are these jobs at? Felon here asking”

Rose Goods: “I love to see someone change their life around by putting in the work and bettering themselves.”

David Coleman: “Slow money iIs Better than no money. Being true to yourself will manifest Great Things” Brandon Howard: “I’m a super felon and make $20 an hour. Been on the news and everything” Freddie L Williams: “People Coming Out Of Prison Are Getting Better Job” Jaime Zamora: “So my brother has felonies; bail jumping and discharge of a firearm when he was 16 but he didn’t actually do anything. He just did not tell the people. He has been off parole since 2021. Would he be eligible or is he pretty screwed for life?”

Henny Lee: “Not if your felony was committed with a firearm” Janice Calim: “After the president Is a 34x felony” Dean Sun: “I think the federal government in Congress needs to change the law for anyone with a federal felony who has done their time, especially if it’s nonviolent who has successfully done their time successfully done their probation and has been a productive citizen. They should get their rights back. No one is perfect.

Everybody makes mistakes, but you should never be punished for the rest of your life, especially if it’s a nonviolent offense. They need to change the felony laws”

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About the artist: Pat Charette

Born and raised in San Antonio, Texas, Pat Charette, a talented Mexican Folk Artist, discovered her passion for art at an early age.

While attending Longfellow Middle School, she began exploring her creativity, and by the 7th grade, she created a 3’x3’ tapestry of a young girl made from burlap and felt. The piece, along with six others, was selected for display at Crossroads Mall an early achievement that revealed her natural artistic ability.

Encouraged by her parents, Pat en olled in beginner art classes at the Witte Museum, where she explored various mediums and expanded her artistic vision. Her childhood experiences visiting family in Mexico played a pivotal role in shaping her style. Surrounded by vibrant colors in paintings, homes, and gardens, she developed a deep appreciation for bold expression—something that continues to define her work today. After graduating high school, she spent 10 years working office jobs before dedicating 25 years as an IT Instructor for the government.

Despite her professional career, her

passion for art never faded. In 2009, she co-founded “Artwerx Alley,” a local gallery in San Antonio that became a creative space for artists.

During this time, her work gained wider recognition, including a feature with PBS affiliate KLRN in 2010 for a Día de los Muertos segment. She later stepped away from the gallery to explore new artistic paths and continue growing her craft. Her work has received notable recognition over the years. In 2015, her design was selected as the official poster for Fiesta’s “Piñatas in the Barrio,” and in 2016, her Día de los Muertos altar was featured in Texas Monthly magazine. As a Mexican Folk Artist, she works across a wide range of mediums including canvas, furniture, textiles, mosaic, and mixed media. She is especially known for incorporating recycled and found objects into her assemblage work. More recently, she has expanded into mural art, bringing large-scale cultural storytelling to life. In February 2026, she married her husband, fellow professional artist Damian Charette, who has become both her partner and a major source of inspiration. Together, in March 2026, they completed a large-scale mural honoring Women’s History Month at Basila Frocks, a revitalized historic building on San Antonio’s West Side. The mural spans multiple walls and serves as a vibrant tribute to culture, history, and empowerment. Her work continues to be rooted in culture, color, and corazón—telling stories of heritage, identity, and lived experience.

Through every piece, she aims to create joy, connection, and meaning for those who encounter her art. She remains committed to her passion, continuing to create art for those who appreciate its beauty and significance.

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FABIAN SAUCEDO FELìZ COMPLEAÑOS Por Franco Fabián Saucedo, un bien educado y conocedor de los juegos digitales de la moda actual de acuerdo a su edad.

El 14 de abril sus enamorados padres Adriana Saucedo y Daniel Saucedo, lo felicitaron por su noveno cumpleaños, recibiendo emotivas felicitaciones de su hermano Felipe y su hermana Valerie. Fabián,

decidió celebrar en grande su cumpleaños durante el sábado 25 de abril en su casa.

Para así compartir su felicidad con familiares, amistades y de sus amigos del equipo Los Rieleros, de su buen amigo Juan Sánchez y lServando Hernández (ahí presentes) en la fiesta, así como de sus también grandes amigos Chuy Carmona, copatrocinador de Rieleros y de su “padrino” Gabriel

Morales, (directivo de Rieleros), quien lo felicitó con anticipación. Así como de amistades y familiares quienes le llevaron bonitos regalos de acuerdo a su edad. Sus padres, se dedicaron a darle una fiesta de acuerdo a sus gustos y preferencias, por lo cual Fabián disfrutó del brincolín estilo Castillo, así como deliciosa cena de hamburguesas y sausages, acompañados por ensaladas y

picantes salsas. Y del rico Pastel, en el cual tuvo que apagar las nueve velas. Cabe destacar que el feliz cumpleañero, desde a su corta edad ha acompañado a su progenitor durante los partidos que el ha jugado con el equipo Rieleros en la categoría Abierta Dominical Liga Potranco.

Donde jugadores y seguidores lo aprecian por ser un niño que los motiva y ellos esperan

verlo en el futuro vestir la casaca de Rieleros en categoría Abierta que sigue brindando apoyo a beisbolistas novatos en la región de San Antonio.

La Prensa Texas, agradece de antemano las atenciones brindadas por los esposos Adriana y Daniel Saucedo (Chi Chi), durante la fiesta de Fabián, quien a la vez, compartió con sus invitados la quiebra de sus dos coloridas Piñatas, llenas de golosinas. Fabián, emocionado repartió cajas alusivas repletas de dulces que fueron las delicias de pequeños y adultos.

(Fotos de Franco).

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COMISIÓN DE CALIDAD AMBIENTAL DE TEXAS AVISO DE UN PERMISO FEDERAL PARA OPERACIÓN PRELIMINAR Permiso Preliminar Número: O4789 SOLICITUD Y PERMISO PRELIMINAR. NuStar Logistics, L.P., 2829 Texaco Rd, Corpus Christi, TX 78402-1922, ha presentado una solicitud ante la Comisión de Calidad Ambiental de Texas (TCEQ, por sus siglas en inglés) para la expedición inicial de un Permiso Federal de Operación (en adelante denominado como Permiso) núm. O4789, Solicitud núm. 38589, para autorizar la operación de San Antonio South Terminal, un Other Warehousing and Storage instalación. El área a la cual se refiere la solicitud está ubicada en 10619 S US Highway 281 en la ciudad de San Antonio, Condado de Bexar, Texas 78221-9721. Este enlace a un mapa electrónico de la ubicación general del sitio o la instalación es proporcionado como una cortesía y no es parte de la solicitud o el aviso. Para la ubicación exacta, consulte la solicitud. https://gisweb.tceq.texas.gov/LocationMapper/?marker=-98.476111,29.310277&level=13 Esta solicitud fue recibida por la TCEQ el 16 de julio de 2025.

El propósito de un Permiso Federal de Operación es mejorar el acatamiento general con las normas que gobiernan el control de la contaminación atmosférica, claramente definiendo todos los requisitos aplicables como están definidos en el Título 30 del Código Administrativo de Texas § 122.10 (30 TAC § 122.10, por sus siglas en inglés). El permiso preliminar, si es aprobado, codificará las condiciones bajo las cuales el área debe operar. El permiso no autorizará construcción nueva. El director ejecutivo ha concluido la revisión técnica de la solicitud y ha hecho una decisión preliminar para preparar el permiso preliminar para la revisión y comentario público. El director ejecutivo de la TCEQ recomienda la expedición de este permiso preliminar. La solicitud de permiso, la declaración de fundamentos y el proyecto de permiso estarán disponibles para su consulta y reproducción en TCEQ Region 13 Office, 14250 Judson Rd, San Antonio, Texas 78233-4480 a partir del primer día de la publicación de este aviso. El proyecto de permiso y la declaración de fundamentos están disponibles electrónicamente en la página web de la TCEQ: www.tceq.texas.gov/goto/tvnotice. La solicitud (junto con cualquier actualización) está disponible través del siguiente enlace: https://www.tceq.texas.gov/permitting/air/airpermit-applications-notices. Es posible acceder a esta información electrónicamente en la Secretaría Oficial, ubicada en el Edificio F (planta baja) de las Oficinas Centrales de la TCEQ en Austin, Texas, así como en la Oficina Regional en San Antonio de la comisión. También es posible acceder electrónicamente a materiales de apoyo relevantes en estas ubicaciones (entre ellos los permisos de Revisión de Nuevas Fuentes que se han incorporado por referencia).

COMENTARIOS/NOTIFICACIÓN PÚBLICA Y AUDIENCIA. Cualquier persona puede entregar comentarios públicos sobre el permiso preliminar. Comentarios relacionados a la exactitud, lo completo, y lo apropiado de las condiciones del permiso pueden resultar en cambios al permiso preliminar. Una persona que podría ser afectada por la emisión de contaminantes atmosféricos del área del sitio del permiso puede solicitar una audiencia de aviso y comentarios. El propósito de la audiencia de notificación y comentarios es para proporcionar la oportunidad para entregar comentarios sobre el permiso preliminar. El permiso puede ser cambiado en base a si los comentarios relacionados con el permiso permiten el cumplimiento con el Título 30 del Código Administrativo de Texas, Capítulo 122 (ejemplos pueden incluir que el permiso no tiene todos los requisitos aplicables que correspondan o que no se cumplieron los procedimientos de aviso público). La TCEQ puede otorgar una audiencia de aviso y comentarios con respecto a esta solicitud si una petición por escrito es presentada dentro de los treinta días después de la publicación del anuncio en el diario. La solicitud de audiencia debe incluir la base de la solicitud, incluyendo una descripción de como la persona puede ser afectada por la emisión de contaminantes atmosféricos del área de la solicitud. La solicitud también debería especificar las condiciones del permiso borrador que son inapropiados o especificar como la decisión preliminar para expedir o denegar el permiso es inapropiado. Todos los asuntos razonablemente verificables deben ser planteados y todos los argumentos razonablemente disponibles deben ser entregados a no más tardar al final del período de comentarios públicos. Si se concede una audiencia de aviso y comentario, todos los individuos que presentaron comentarios por escrito o una solicitud de audiencia recibirán confirmación por escrito de la audiencia. Esta confirmación indicará la fecha, hora y lugar de la audiencia.

Comentarios públicos por escrito y/o peticiones para una audiencia de aviso y comentarios deberían ser presentados a la Comisión de Calidad Ambiental (TCEQ), Oficina del Secretario Oficial (Office of Chief Clerk), MC-105, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087, o por internet al www14.tceq.texas.gov/epic/eComment/, dentro de treinta días después de la fecha de publicación en el periódico de este aviso. Si se comunica electrónicamente con la TCEQ, favor de notar que su correo electrónico, tal como su dirección de correo doméstico, formarán parte del archivo público de la agencia.

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Un aviso de la acción final propuesta que incluye una respuesta a los comentarios y denotando cualquier cambio al permiso preliminar, será enviado a todas las personas que hayan presentado comentarios públicos, una solicitud de audiencia o que hayan solicitado ser incluidos en la lista de correo. Este envío de correo también proveerá instrucciones para hacer peticiones públicas a la Agencia de Protección Ambiental (EPA, por sus siglas en inglés), para solicitar que la EPA se oponga a la expedición del permiso preliminar. Después de recibir una solicitud, la EPA solamente podrá objetar a la expedición de un permiso que no cumple con los requisitos aplicables o los requisitos del 30 TAC Capítulo 122.

LISTA PARA ENVÍO DE CORREO. Aparte de entregar comentarios públicos, usted puede solicitar ser incluido en una lista para envío de correo con respecto a esta solicitud al enviar su petición a la Oficina del Secretario Oficial (Office of Chief Clerk) a la dirección antes mencionada. Los que se encuentran en la lista para envío de correo recibirán copias de avisos públicos futuros (si hay) para esta solicitud enviados por correo por el Secretario Oficial.

INFORMACIÓN. Para más información sobre el proceso de tramitación de permisos, favor de llamar al Programa de Educación pública de la TCEQ sin costo al 1-800-687-4040, o bien visitar su sitio web, www.tceq.texas.gov/goto/pep. Para información en español, favor de llamar al 1-800-687-4040. También es posible consultar oportunidades de participación pública en nuestro sitio web, www.tceq.texas.gov/goto/participation.

Puede obtener más información sobre NuStar Logistics, L.P. llamando a Mr. David Edge al teléfono (361) 249-9446.

Fecha de Expedición: 6 de abril de 2026

NOW HIRING Harmony Public Schools is looking for a Science Teacher to teach Science courses to secondary school students. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Science Education or any subfield of natural science and 1 year of experience as Science Teacher at secondary school level Job is in San Antonio, Texas.

If interested in this opportunity, mail your resume to Harmony Public Schools, 1255 Enclave Pkwy, Houston, TX 77077, Attn: HR Dept., Refer to Ad#FM.

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COMISIÓN DE CALIDAD AMBIENTAL DE TEXAS AVISO DE UN PERMISO FEDERAL PARA OPERACIÓN PRELIMINAR Permiso Preliminar Número: O4794 SOLICITUD Y PERMISO PRELIMINAR. CyrusOne LLC, 2850 N Harwood St Ste 2200, Dallas, TX 75201- 2640, ha presentado una solicitud ante la Comisión de Calidad Ambiental de Texas (TCEQ, por sus siglas en inglés) para la expedición inicial de un Permiso Federal de Operación (en adelante denominado como Permiso) núm. O4794, Solicitud núm. 38610, para autorizar la operación de SAT2 SAT3 SAT4, un Data Processing, Hosting, and Related Services instalación. El área a la cual se refiere la solicitud está ubicada en 9554 Westover Hills Blvd en la ciudad de San Antonio, Condado de Bexar, Texas 78251- 2702. Este enlace a un mapa electrónico de la ubicación general del sitio o la instalación es proporcionado como una cortesía y no es parte de la solicitud o el aviso. Para la ubicación exacta, consulte la solicitud. https://gisweb.tceq.texas.gov/LocationMapper/?marker=-98.673055,29.470833&level=13 Esta solicitud fue recibida por la TCEQ el 21 de julio de 2025.

El propósito de un Permiso Federal de Operación es mejorar el acatamiento general con las normas que gobiernan el control de la contaminación atmosférica, claramente definiendo todos los requisitos aplicables como están definidos en el Título 30 del Código Administrativo de Texas § 122.10 (30 TAC § 122.10, por sus siglas en inglés). El permiso preliminar, si es aprobado, codificará las condiciones bajo las cuales el área debe operar. El permiso no autorizará construcción nueva. El director ejecutivo ha concluido la revisión técnica de la solicitud y ha hecho una decisión preliminar para preparar el permiso preliminar para la revisión y comentario público. El director ejecutivo de la TCEQ recomienda la expedición de este permiso preliminar. La solicitud de permiso, la declaración de fundamentos y el proyecto de permiso estarán disponibles para su consulta y reproducción en TCEQ Region 13 Office, 14250 Judson Rd, San Antonio, Texas 78233-4480 a partir del primer día de la publicación de este aviso. El proyecto de permiso y la declaración de fundamentos están disponibles electrónicamente en la página web de la TCEQ: www.tceq.texas.gov/goto/tvnotice. La solicitud (junto con cualquier actualización) está disponible través del siguiente enlace: https://www.tceq.texas.gov/permitting/air/airpermit- applications-notices. Es posible acceder a esta información electrónicamente en la Secretaría Oficial, ubicada en el Edificio F (planta baja) de las Oficinas Centrales de la TCEQ en Austin, Texas, así como en la Oficina Regional en San Antonio de la comisión. También es posible acceder electrónicamente a materiales de apoyo relevantes en estas ubicaciones (entre ellos los permisos de Revisión de Nuevas Fuentes que se han incorporado por referencia).

COMENTARIOS/NOTIFICACIÓN PÚBLICA Y AUDIENCIA. Cualquier persona puede entregar comentarios públicos sobre el permisopreliminar. Comentarios relacionados a la exactitud, lo completo, y lo apropiado de las condiciones del permiso pueden resultar en cambios al permiso preliminar. Una persona que podría ser afectada por la emisión de contaminantes atmosféricos del área del sitio del permiso puede solicitar una audiencia de aviso y comentarios. El propósito de la audiencia de notificación y comentarios es para proporcionar la oportunidad para entregar comentarios sobre el permiso preliminar. El permiso puede ser cambiado en base a si los comentarios relacionados con el permiso permiten el cumplimiento con el Título 30 del Código Administrativo de Texas, Capítulo 122 (ejemplos pueden incluir que el permiso no tiene todos los requisitos aplicables que correspondan o que no se cumplieron los procedimientos de aviso público). La TCEQ puede otorgar una audiencia de aviso y comentarios con respecto a esta solicitud si una petición por escrito es presentada dentro de los treinta días después de la publicación del anuncio en el diario. La solicitud de audiencia debe incluir la base de la solicitud, incluyendo una descripción de como la persona puede ser afectada por la emisión de contaminantes atmosféricos del área de la solicitud. La solicitud también debería especificar las condiciones del permiso borrador que son inapropiados o especificar como la decisión preliminar para expedir o denegar el permiso es inapropiado. Todos los asuntos razonablemente verificables deben ser planteados y todos los argumentos razonablemente disponibles deben ser entregados a no más tardar al final del período de comentarios públicos. Si se concede una audiencia de aviso y comentario, todos los individuos que presentaron comentarios por escrito o una solicitud de audiencia recibirán confirmación por escrito de la audiencia. Esta confirmación indicará la fecha, hora y lugar de la audiencia.

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Comentarios públicos por escrito y/o peticiones para una audiencia de aviso y comentarios deberían ser presentados a la Comisión de Calidad Ambiental (TCEQ), Oficina del Secretario Oficial (Office of Chief Clerk), MC-105, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087, o por internet al www14.tceq.texas.gov/epic/eComment/, dentro de treinta días después de la fecha de publicación en el periódico de este aviso. Si se comunica electrónicamente con la TCEQ, favor de notar que su correo electrónico, tal como su dirección de correo doméstico, formarán parte del archivo público de la agencia.

Un aviso de la acción final propuesta que incluye una respuesta a los comentarios y denotando cualquier cambio al permiso preliminar, será enviado a todas las personas que hayan presentado comentarios públicos, una solicitud de audiencia o que hayan solicitado ser incluidos en la lista de correo. Este envío de correo también proveerá instrucciones para hacer peticiones públicas a la Agencia de Protección Ambiental (EPA, por sus siglas en inglés), para solicitar que la EPA se oponga a la expedición del permiso preliminar. Después de recibir una solicitud, la EPA solamente podrá objetar a la expedición de un permiso que no cumple con los requisitos aplicables o los requisitos del 30 TAC Capítulo 122.

LISTA PARA ENVÍO DE CORREO. Aparte de entregar comentarios públicos, usted puede solicitar ser incluido en una lista para envío de correo con respecto a esta solicitud al enviar su petición a la Oficina del Secretario Oficial (Office of Chief Clerk) a la dirección antes mencionada. Los que se encuentran en la lista para envío de correo recibirán copias de avisos públicos futuros (si hay) para esta solicitud enviados por correo por el Secretario Oficial.

INFORMACIÓN. Para más información sobre el proceso de tramitación de permisos, favor de llamar al Programa de Educación pública de la TCEQ sin costo al 1-800-687-4040, o bien visitar su sitio web, www.tceq.texas.gov/goto/pep. Para información en español, favor de llamar al 1-800-687-4040. También es posible consultar oportunidades de participación pública en nuestro sitio web, www.tceq.texas.gov/goto/participation. Puede obtener más información sobre CyrusOne LLC llamando a Mrs. Laura Cottrell al teléfono (603) 793-0534.

Fecha de Expedición: 17 de abril de 2026

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Albert Uresti, MPA, PCAC Office of the Tax Assessor - Collector TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR ISSUES URGENT PUBLIC WARNING: BEWARE OF ONLINE VEHICLE PURCHASE FRAUD! (FAKE TITLES AND/OR STOLEN VEHICLES!) San Antonio, Texas - Bexar County Tax Assessor-Collector Albert Uresti is warning residents to exercise caution when purchasing vehicles through social media or online marketplaces following a recent increase in cases involving fraudulent vehicle titles and stolen vehicles. This includes one yesterday where a person, who did not speak English, was swindled out of $23,000 and another one today for $1,000.

In the last three weeks alone, four different individuals have been swindled out of $20,000, $24,000, $23,000, and $1,000. Additionally, from Nov 2025 to Feb 2026, multiple victims were defrauded out of their hard-earned money in cash amounts ranging from $6,000 to $18,000.

Prior to November 2025, numerous buyers were deceived out of amounts ranging from $5,000 to an incredible $42,000 in cash.

“It is heartbreaking to continue to see cases where individuals, believing they are saving money, are purchasing vehicles through private online transactions, only to find that the title is fraudulent or the vehicle is stolen. I strongly encourage buyers to complete any person-to-person transactions, especially those involving cash, in our Tax Office with both the buyer and seller present. If the seller refuses to meet you in our office, DO NOT BUY THE VEHICLE!” said Albert Uresti, Bexar County Tax Assessor-Collector.

The Tax Assessor-Collector’s Office reminds the public that many fraudulent transactions occur when buyers meet sellers through informal arrangements such as at bank and store parking lots, apartment complexes, or other public locations. In a case just last week, a victim with her family lost $24,000 after meeting a seller in Houston and purchasing a 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe. The seller presented a copy of a fraudulent identification to the buyer, and the vehicle was later confirmed to be stolen.

To help prevent fraud, Uresti recommends the following: • Meet the seller for your purchase at one of our Tax Office locations or at a Full-Service Title Company BEFORE making payment.

• Avoid transactions where the seller refuses to accompany you to our office.

• Beware of a deal that is too good to be true, because it most likely is.

“I’m asking our citizens to please be vigilant when buying a vehicle from someone they don’t know, especially if the vehicle is advertised online. Our citizens work too hard for their money to lose it to these professional con-artists, who have no conscience. They use fraudulent documents and copies of fake identifications. They’ll even let you test-drive the stolen car,” said Albert Uresti.

The Tax Assessor-Collector’s Office offers guidelines on how to ensure private auto purchases are safe and legitimate. Primarily, the buyer can ask the seller to meet them at the local Tax Assessor-Collector’s Office, or one of the 19 private Full-Service Title Companies in Bexar County, to transfer the title before a payment is made. Citizens can also verify some title information on the TDMV website at https://www.txdmv.gov/motorists/buying-or-selling-a-vehicle/title-check-look-before-you-buy You can also call the Tax Assessor-Collector’s Office at 210-335-2251 to verify certain information.

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Albert Uresti, MPA, PCAC Office of the Tax Assessor - Collector RECAUDADOR DE IMPUESTOS ADVIERTE URGENTEMENTE AL PÚBLICO: ¡CUIDADO CON EL FRAUDE EN LA COMPRA DE VEHÍCULOS EN LÍNEA! (¡TÍTULOS FALSOS Y VEHÍCULOS ROBADOS!) El Tasador-Recaudador de Impuestos del Condado de Bexar, Albert Uresti, advierte a los residentes a tomar precauciones al comprar vehículos a través de redes sociales o mercados en línea, debido a un reciente casos de títulos falsos y vehículos robados. Tan solo hoy, una persona que no hablaba inglés fue estafada por $25,500 después de ver un anuncio en español para la venta de un vehículo.

En las últimas cuatro semanas, cuatro personas han sido estafadas por cantidades que van desde $1,000 hasta más de $25,500. De noviembre 2025 a febrero 2026, otras víctimas perdieron entre $6,000 y $18,000. Antes de noviembre 2025, compradores también fueron estafados por cantidades que alcanzaron $42,000.

“Es triste seguir viendo casos en donde las personas, creyendo que están ahorrando dinero, compran vehículos por transacciones privadas en línea, solo para descubrir que el título es falso o robado. Recomiendo firmemente a los compradores que completen cualquier transacción de persona a persona, especialmente aquellas que impliquen dinero efectivo, en nuestra Oficina de Impuestos, con la presencia del comprador y vendedor. Si el vendedor no quiere venir con usted a nuestra oficina, ¡NO COMPRE EL VEHÍCULO!”, dijo Albert Uresti, Tasador-Recaudador de Impuestos del Condado de Bexar.

La Oficina del Tasador-Recaudador de Impuestos informa al público que muchas transacciones falsas ocurren cuando compradores y vendedores se reúnen por acuerdos informales, como estacionamientos y otros lugares públicos. En un caso hace dos semanas, una víctima y su familia perdieron $24,000 después de juntarse con un vendedor en Houston. El vendedor presentó una identificación falsa y luego se confirmó que el vehículo había sido robado.

Para ayudar a prevenir el fraude, Uresti recomienda lo siguiente: • Júntese con el vendedor en una de nuestras oficinas de impuestos o en una compañía de títulos antes de pagar • Evite transacciones donde el vendedor no lo acompañe a nuestra oficina • Cuidado con ofertas que parecen demasiado buenas para ser verdad “Les pido a nuestros residentes que estén atentos al comprar un vehículo de alguien que no conocen, especialmente si se anuncia en línea. La gente trabaja muy duro por su dinero como para perderlo ante estafadores profesionales sin conciencia.”, dijo Albert Uresti.

La Oficina del Tasador-Recaudador de Impuestos ofrece reglas sobre cómo asegurar que las compras privadas de vehículos sean seguras y legítimas. Principalmente, el comprador puede pedir al vendedor que se reúna en la oficina local del Tasador-Recaudador de Impuestos, o en una de las 19 compañías privadas de títulos de servicio completo en el Condado de Bexar, para transferir el título antes de realizar el pago.

Los ciudadanos pueden verificar la información del título en el sitio web de TxDMV: https://www.txdmv.gov/motorists/buying-or-selling-a-vehicle/title-check-look-before-you-buy También puede llamar a la Oficina del Tasador-Recaudador de Impuestos al 210-335-2251 para verificar cierta información.

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Adventures in Toyland Lights Up Fiesta Flambeau 2026

A Night of Culture, Creativity, and Community Powered by Tradition and Partnership

By La Prensa Texas Staff

San Antonio’s streets came alive with color, music, and imagination during the 2026 Fiesta Flambeau Parade, as this year’s theme, “Adventures in Toyland,” transformed the city into a glowing celebration of childhood nostalgia and cultural pride. Since its founding in 1948, Fiesta Flambeau has grown into one of the most iconic events in the nation—recognized as the largest illuminated night parade in the United States. What began as a torchlit procession has evolved into a dazzling showcase of culture, creativity, and community, drawing hundreds of thousands of spectators each year to downtown San Antonio. This year’s parade was a true reflection of that legacy, highlighted by a powerful collaboration between La Prensa Texas, JMT Studios, Tejano star Shelly Lares, and the Moonstruck Foundation—all coming together in one unified presence that embodied the spirit of Fiesta. Publisher and owner, Yvette Tello brought creativity and cultural storytelling to life as La Llorona Barbie, a striking fusion of folklore and modern iconography that captivated paradegoers. Alongside her, Jaclyn Tacoronte of JMT Studios energized the crowd as Jessie from Toy Story, representing the growing digital and creative force behind La Prensa Texas. Together, they shared the spotlight with Shelly Lares, who delivered an unforgettable performance atop a beautifully restored antique fire truck, blending music and tradition into one electrifying moment.

Riding alongside them, the Moonstruck Foundation added purpose and meaning to the celebration, reinforcing its commitment to uplifting the community and supporting impactful causes. Enhancing the experience was the exceptional hospitality provided by the AC Hotel & Element by Westin San Antonio Riverwalk, which hosted La Prensa Texas during the parade. The accommodations offered both comfort and elegance, along with a stunning, direct view of the parade route—creating the perfect setting for live coverage and content capture. From arrival to departure, the level of service and attention to detail reflected the very best of San Antonio hospitality, allowing the team to fully immerse themselves in the energy and tradition of Fiesta. Behind the brilliance of Fiesta Flambeau is the continued support of partners who believe in preserving this cultural tradition. Leading that effort is the Gamez Law Firm, the main sponsor of Fiesta Flambeau, whose commitment to San Antonio extends far beyond the parade route. Gamez Law Firm has built a reputation not only for legal excellence, but for its unwavering dedication to the community. Through its support of events like Fiesta Flambeau, the firm helps ensure that traditions rooted in culture and unity continue to thrive. Their investment reflects a deeper mission—supporting families, celebrating heritage, and

strengthening the community they proudly serve. From dazzling lights to meaningful partnerships, the 2026 Fiesta Flambeau Parade proved once again why it remains one of San Antonio’s most treasured traditions. It is a celebration where culture meets creativity, and where organizations, artists, and community leaders come together to create something unforgettable.

As the lights dimmed and the final floats passed, one message remained clear—Fiesta is more than a celebration. It is a reflection of San Antonio’s heart, brought to life by those who continue to support, uplift, and shine.

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2026 2nd Chance Job Fair Offers Hope Beyond a Past Mistake

By Yvette Tello For many individuals with a felony on their record, finding a job is not just difficult—it can feel nearly impossible. The stigma follows them long after they’ve served their time, creating barriers that are often invisible to others but deeply felt every day. In Texas, many describe it as carrying a “scarlet letter,” where one mistake continues to define their future, limiting access to stable employment and a fair second chance.

The reality is discouraging.

Opportunities are scarce, and when they do arise, they are often low-paying positions that demand long hours with little room for growth. For those determined to rebuild their lives and provide for their families, navigating the workforce can feel like an uphill battle with no clear path forward. That’s why

the 2026 2nd Chance Job Fair, organized by Tommy Calvert in partnership with the Bexar County Re-entry Center, is more than just an event—it’s a lifeline. Held annually, the job fair brings together employers willing to look beyond a person’s past and focus instead on their potential. For one day, individuals seeking honest work are met not with judgment, but with opportunity. It becomes a space where hope is restored, and where the idea of redemption feels possible.

Hundreds attended this year’s event, each with their own story, but all sharing a common goal: the chance to work, to rebuild, and to move forward. Employers on site offered real opportunities, signaling a shift toward more inclusive hiring practices and a recognition that people deserve the chance to prove themselves. Commissioner

Calvert has remained a strong advocate for second-chance initiatives, understanding that employment is key to breaking cycles and strengthening communities.

Through efforts like this, he continues to open doors for individuals ready to make an honest living. The 2nd Chance Job Fair stands as a powerful reminder that while the system may not always make it easy to move forward, there are leaders and organizations working to change that— one opportunity, one conversation, and one job at a time. For many who walked through those doors, it wasn’t just about finding employment. It was about being seen, being given a chance, and finally believing that their future could be bigger than their past.

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Recollections on the 55th Anniversary of the White House Conference on Youth

By J. Gilberto Quezada It is amazing how fast time flies. I realized that there was one major event that took place and that affected me personally. On April 18th through the 21st, 2026 was the 55th anniversary of my participation in the White House Conference on Youth in 1971. Shortly after I returned to St. Mary's University for the spring semester to work on my M.A. thesis on the life of Father Carmelo A. Tranchese, S.J., I received an invitation from the White House to participate as a delegate to the forthcoming conference. The explanation in the letter indicated that I was recommended by Texas Governor Preston Smith, and that I was one of the leaders assigned to the task force on Race and Minority Group Relations. The university had submitted my name to the governor's office.

Furthermore, the letter explained that all my expenses were to paid, that the conference would take place at Estes Park, Colorado, that I was one of 1,318 delegates representing every state and U.S. territory, with an addition of 100 international invitees, and that the focus was on a number of issues affecting people ages 14 through 24. The topics included Values, Ethics and Culture, Foreign Affairs, the Draft, Drugs, Economy and Employment, Education, Race and Minority Group Relations, National Service and Alternatives, Environment, Legal Rights and Justice. Most importantly, this was going to be my first time in an airplane! At the San Antonio International Airport, I boarded a colorful Braniff Boeing 727, with its blue fuselage and the wings speckled with white and a lighter blue. I was extremely nervous and afraid. Before the plane took off I started praying the rosary silently to calm my nerves and to find solace and peace within my heart and soul. After we landed in Denver, Colorado, on a sunny warm afternoon, chartered buses were ready to take us up the mountain to our destination. Sitting by the window I noticed that the temperature was getting colder and colder. As one of the leaders on the task force on Race and Minority Group Relations, we discussed ethnic identity and minority group interactions among other critical issues. In our summary report, we called for President Nixon to denounce racism as the “cancer of American society. ” We recognized institutional racism as a major problem in the United States. Some of the recommendations included: 1. The rejection of the American concept of the "melting pot. " We emphasized the recognition of the unique features of all the cultures in the United States.

2. The inclusion of racial diversity in all the textbooks at all educational levels. The textbooks must clearly and honestly reflect the diverse racial and ethnic heritage of this country.

3. Bilingual/Bicultural Education must become a reality.

4. The implementation of Multi-Ethnic Studies at the college and university levels. We have come a long way, and I am happy to say that all four of the above recommendations have been implemented and are now part of the Establishment across our country. For example, in 1975, the state of Texas approved the mandated Bilingual Education Program. Other reports from other task forces that were approved by the general assembly called for (a) the immediate United States withdrawal from Indochina, (b) the legalization of marijuana, and (c) an end to the draft as of June 30, 1971. The White House Conference on Youth was held at the height of the Vietnam War and amid growing youth dissatisfaction with the Nixon administration, so many of the task force recommendations opposed existing U.S. policies. Growing up in the Barrio El Azteca in Laredo where the temperatures are extremel hot all year round and no chance of ever getting snow, which I had never seen, a recordbreaking blizzard suddenly fell for two whole days. None of us were prepared for this humongous avalanche. The U.S. Army came to our rescue by lending us military parkas. We covered our shoes with green plastic Glad bags to trudge through the snow to get to the different meeting places.

Despite the annoying discomfort, the spectacular scenery of the mountains covered with snow made it all worthwhile. I stood in awe admiring the majestic beauty of God's marvelous creation. I went to the nearest pay phone and had enough quarters to call Mamá and Jo Emma and share my excitement.

This was an unforgettable experience. At the plenary session on the last day of the conference, I was unanimously selected to a committee of ten members. Our task was to meet with key White House staff members in Washington, D.C., in about three weeks. All my traveling and all other expenses were paid for by the U.S. government. The flight to the nation's capital seemed like an eternity. The Boeing 727 landed in Arlington, Virginia, and from there I took the shuttle bus across the Potomac River. We met in an office next door to the Library of Congress and our responsibility was to brief these important bureaucrats on the findings and conclusions of the White House Conference on

Youth. One day after the meeting, I took the underground train to the Capitol Building to visit the Honorable Henry B. González. We did have some free time for some sightseeing. The Washington Monument was a sight to remember. Standing at the base of the Lincoln Memorial was an aweinspiring sight. The following words were etched on the white marble wall above the 16th President who sits majestically and immortalized for generations to come: "In this temple, as in the hearts of the people for whom he saved the Union, the memory of Abraham Lincoln is enshrined forever. " There is no doubt in my mind that the trip and the meetings were a learning experience. The only lamentation I have is that I needed about two more weeks to visit the Smithsonian Institution and the other museums. Three years later and as a result of our task force recommendation to make Bilingual/ Bicultural Education a reality, the Association of American Publishers sent me an invitation to give a talk at a two-day symposium on-- "Bilingual/Bicultural Education: Current Status and Future Trends, " at the Plaza Hotel in New York City, scheduled for Wednesday, October 23 and Thursday, October 24, 1974. The letter also mentioned that all my expenses were going to be paid, plus an honorarium. I was exuberant and looking forward to visiting the Big Apple for the first time. During the infancy of Bilingual Education in the early 1970s, none of the school textbooks were published in the United States. All of them came from Latin American countries. As the Director of the Bilingual Education Program in the South San Antonio Independent School District, I purchased all the Spanish textbooks for the elementary grades from Mexican publishing companies. At the symposium, the publishers wanted to know about this new market that was quickly spreading across the country. The colleges and universities were also caught unprepared to provide teacher certification classes in Bilingual Education. I walked inside the packed cavernous Terrace Room at the Plaza Hotel where I was scheduled to speak at 11:45. As I viewed the sea of eyes focused on me, I muttered a silent prayer— “The Lord is my shepherd I shall not want; The Lord is my shepherd I shall not fear. ” After my presentation and the question and answer period, we had thirty minutes before lunch to indulge in some cocktails in the Persian Room. John Molina, the National Director for Bilingual Education, pulled me aside, holding a dry martini in his right hand, and asked me if I wanted to work for him. He completely caught me off guard and I almost spilled my Cuba Libre. He continued to tell me about the advantages of working at the national level and with my experience in bilingual education, I would be an asset to his division. We exchanged business cards and I told him I needed to consult with my wife. I already knew the answer to his query--a definite "No". The Honorable Herman Badillo, from the House of Representatives, introduced the main speaker, John F. Vance, Executive Vice President for McGraw-Hill Book Company. Even though Central Park was located across the street from the Plaza Hotel, I did not do much sightseeing. Nevertheless, the experience was phenomenal.

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Postmodern Latino Art Featured at The Centro de Artes

By Ricardo Romo, PH.D

Rubio. The “Mural Art in Texas” slideshow was shown daily on the ITC Rotunda for more than 25 years.

The Centro de Artes, located in San Antonio’s Market Square, recently opened its new exhibition titled “A Postmodernist Says ¿Qué?” that brings together Latino artists exploring identity through humor across a range of mediums. Curator Vikky Jones told Texas Public Radio that the exhibit includes collages, sculptures, ceramics, and installations.” Jones added, “The show uses humor to open conversations and offer new perspectives on issues that aren’t always easy to discuss.”

A view of Juan de Dios Mora’s 3D sculpture. A. Courtesy of the Centro de Artes.

Ricky Armendariz, “Last Ride of Juan Diego o [I left my corazon in Mexico].” Courtesy of the Centro de Artes.

I have followed post-modern art for some time, but I did additional research to see how this topic applied to Latino art.

Post-modernism emerged in the late 20th century as a reaction against the rules and certainty of modern art. Post-modernists argued that art can be many things. The Tate Modern in London, one of my favorite museums in the world, defines the post-modern as “associated with scepticism, irony, and philosophical critiques of the concepts of universal truths and objective reality.” The definition I particularly liked described post-modern art as an art movement that “tends to favor irony, mixing styles, quotation, pastiche, and questioning the idea that art must have one ‘correct’ meaning.” The artists in the Centro de Arte exhibit all met this criterion.

Ivanna Bass Caldera of NPR commented that in the Centro de Artes exhibit, “Not all of the pieces featured in the exhibition were necessarily connected to Latino humor. In post-modern art, the viewers are known to have different interpretations. As one example, Nain Leon displayed a series of photographs depicting Whataburger fries and condiments as larger-than-life atop Monahans Sandhills State Park.” Curatlor Vikky Jones added that this Postmodern “takes on funny,” gathering “artists with a range of humor stemming from the Latinx and Chicanx point of view.” Jones added that “because there are so many types of humor, it is a dynamic way for people to relate, and I hope that the audience will appreciate the sensibilities, parodies, caricatures, observations, and nuances of these artists.”

The Centro de Artes exhibit encourages a humorous perspective, and medical researchers have found that humor improves coping, builds resilience, and helps interrupt negative thought patterns. Sharing humor with others can ease tension, deepen relationships, and enhance communication and support. Research highlighted by the Mayo Clinic and Mental Health America shows that humor can also reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression, improve self-esteem and social skills, and activate the brain’s reward system.

Héctor Garza, “Chamuscado.” Courtesy of the Centro de Artes. Photo by Ricardo Romo.

Rubio’s style is often described as bright, energetic, and rooted in the tradition of Latino barrio art, with strong curving line work and mural-scale composition. He also founded and managed spaces for emerging artists in San Antonio, including R Space and Rubio Gallery-South. In 2007, Rubio received a Joan Mitchell Foundation Painters & Sculptors Grant. He has had work shown in regional and national exhibitions. His public art includes pieces for San Pedro Creek Culture Park and San Antonio’s civic and cultural programming.

Raul Rene Gonzalez, “Cecelia Discovers Life in Anot Galaxy.” Courtesy of the Centro de Artes. Photo by Ricardo Romo.

There are 35 artists in the Centro “A Postmodernist Says ¿Qué?” exhibit. One of the most well-known is Rubio. Over the past two decades, Rubio has emerged as one of San Antonio’s most prominent postmodern artists. Born in San Antonio’s Westside, his art contributions and mentorship to young artists date back four decades I first learned about Rubio in the early 1980s when he joined the mural arts team at the Community Arts Program at Cassiano Homes. Over one summer in the mid-1980s, Rubio, as a lead muralist, was assigned an art apprentice, Vicent Valdez, who is today one of America’s best known Latino artists. At the time, I was preparing a slide show on Texas murals for the Institute of Texan Cultures [ITC]. The slideshow “Mural Art in Texas” included over 500 slides and at least 50 images of the San Antonio Cassiano Homes murals, several of which were completed by

Rubio, “Cervesa Xtra.” Courtesy of the Centro de Artes.

Rubio’s notable works include Aqua (San Pedro Creek Culture Park, 2018), a long, wavy, blue‑toned mural on ceramic tile, 7 × 47 feet, that evokes the flow of San Pedro Creek and its role in sustaining San Antonio’s Latino communities. East of downtown San Antonio, Rubio contributed to the Vortex, a large‑scale mural that he conceived and executed with youth artists in Blue Star’s MOSAIC program. The Vortex mural was later preserved and restored as part of the San Anto Cultural Arts’ Mural Preservation Initiative.

03 de Mayo de 2026 One of Rubio’s paintings in the Centro exhibit is titled “El Rob.” There is definite humor in this Rubio painting, beginning with the crooked and deformed facial features of “El Rob” and his long golden goatee. Some might consider the figure grotesque. The eyeballs are profoundly large, as is the elongated tongue, which hangs largely outside of the mouth with a jewelry barbell, one of the many objects of body-piercing jewelry on Rob’s face.

“El Rob” sits in front of two different beers, one with the name “Borracho Beer” and the other labeled “Lit Beer,” placed on a small table.

Rubio, “El Rob.” Courtesy of the Centro de Artes.

Eva Marengo Sanchez’s presentation at the Centro “Third Date” is playful and light and reminds us that in stressful times—such as periods of burnout or isolation—finding moments of humor and joy can be especially beneficial.

When we laugh, we are able to create psychological distance from problems, making challenges feel less overwhelming and easier to manage.

Sanchez has been featured in stories by Texas Public Radio and Texas Monthly. On her website, she explains that her paintings are carefully crafted with attention to detail, scale, and composition. “Each painting,” she adds, “represents themes in my life that tell a larger story about geography, identity, and culture.” Sanchez paints canvases in her studio, murals on tall buildings, and is a star in the Latina art scene.

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connect us with past and present, important events, and particular periods in our lives.” Food, especially Sanchez tells us, “is the way I express my family history, life in San Antonio, and contemporary Mexican-American culture.” Sanchez’s interest in objects’ ability to tell stories is central to her practice, and she thoughtfully selects and depicts personal, meaningful subjects.

In another section of the Centro exhibit, I encountered the work of Borderland and post-modern artist Ricky Armendariz, known for challenging traditional ideas about originality, beauty, and artistic authority and admired for his post-modern artistic humor.

Ricky Armendariz, “Ya me voy a therapy.” Courtesy of the Centro de Artes.

In portraying migration’s apocalyptic movements, Armendariz substitutes nature’s four-legged animals and birds, bees, and butterflies as representatives of human migrants. He assigns animal-human symbolism and connectivity to affix human cultures across time. In his own words, Armendariz affirms that many works are “tied to our current state of the border, the exodus of people from one country to another, looking for a better life.”

Ricky Armendariz, “Last Ride of Juan Diego o [I left my corazon in Mexico].” Courtesy of the Centro de Artes.

Armendariz acknowledges a deep passion for Borderland culture and Chicano lifestyles. In the tradition of border art, he has a passion for cars and lowriders. His painting in the Centro exhibit, “Last Ride,” has all the characteristics of a barrio classic “cholo” ride. A bald American eagle dominates the passenger side of the lowrider car, flying high about the New Mexico/Texas mountain range where snakes and nopales abound, revealing Armendariz’s passion for nature and western landscapes.

There is also a small rendering of the Virgin of Guadalupe with a kneeling devotee humerously suggesting that this is indeed a precarious ride.

Raul Rene Gonzalez, Self Portrait. Courtesy of the Centro de Artes.

In another painting, Raul Rene Gonzalez offers a self-portrait photograph with the colors of the American flag adorning his mustache, goatee, and large beard. The blue color of the flag background covers the left side of his beard with specks of white for stars. On the right side, his beard is painted red and white. One wonders if this is a statement of identity, of being Mexican American?

There is also a second self-portrait of Gonzalez patiently looking at the tiny hands of his children, placing hair clips on his beard. The hair clips are colorful, and his passive observation of the process adds to the humor of the situation.

Ricky Armendariz, Home studio. Photo by Ricardo Romo.

Eva M. Sanchez, “Third Date.” Courtesy of the Centro de Artes.

In her “Third Date” painting, Sanchez includes bottles of beer and Coca-Cola in a plastic grocery bag. Particular food and drinks, Sanchez reminds us, “can transport and

In Armendariz’s early works, the American landscape and the hybridization of Mexican, American, and Indigenous cultures informed much of the content of his work. His art has also included an abundant portrayal of birds, rabbits, bears, buffalo, and coyotes all representing the past and present of his life in the Texas-Mexico borderlands.

Raul Rene Gonzalez. Courtesy of the Centro de Artes.

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Animal Care Services Needs Adopters to Empty the Shelters

By Yvette Tello

* Spayed or neutered * Vaccinated with their first round of shots Every spring, animal shelters across the country face * Microchipped with free lifetime registration a heartbreaking reality—more animals are coming in * Eligible for free lifetime training advice and classes than leaving. Litters of puppies and kittens arrive daily, alongside abandoned and surrendered pets, quickly This ensures families are set up for success—and pets pushing shelters beyond capacity. For many of these stay in loving homes for good. Adoptions are available animals, time and space become critical factors. That’s seven days a week and are first-come, first-served. At why San Antonio Animal Care Services (SAACS) is its heart, “Empty the Shelters” is a reminder that solving urgently calling on the community to step up. In part- this crisis isn’t just the shelter’s job—it belongs to the nership with the BISSELL Pet Foundation, SAACS entire community. Because behind every kennel door is is participating in the nationwide “Empty the Shelters a life waiting to be chosen. Will you open your home— initiative”—a two-week effort designed to save lives and change one forever? by finding loving homes for as many pets as possible.

From May 1 through May 17, adoption fees will be reduced to just $25, making it easier than ever for families to welcome a new companion into their home. But this effort is about more than affordability—it’s about *survival, compassion, and community responsibility.

Every adoption does three powerful things: It gives one animal a second chance at life. It opens space for another animal in need. It supports ongoing lifesaving work, as each adoption generates a donation back to SAACS through the foundation. Inside the shelter at 4710 State Highway 151, hundreds of animals are waiting—each with their own story, each hoping for a home. From playful puppies and curious kittens to loyal adult dogs and cats, there is a companion for every kind of family.

And the support doesn’t stop at adoption. Every pet adopted from SAACS comes:

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Conectores Comunitarios

Participantes Activos

Encarnan el espíritu y la misión del Distrito.

Amplifican el impacto de la oportunidad para inspirar a otros.

Construyen puentes entre el Distrito y la comunidad a la que sirve.

Lideran a través de la mentoría, la orientación y acciones significativas.

03 de Mayo de 2026