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Medina County Development Facing Aquifer Concerns
“Tomorrow, the staff is recommending that the staff go further than just denying and write to TCEQ and say, before you grant this we want you to have a hearing in which you hear us (and) our position”
A development near Helotes is meeting with environmental concerns and several groups are planning to speak out over an additional request to establish a municipal water district in the area. via KSAT-TV San Antonio
City Council turns away huge developer proposal
“TCEQ has not been a strong representative in protecting the aquifer”
The city Thursday emphatically rejected a request for water and sewer service because of concerns that hundreds of thousands of gallons of treated sewage water from a proposed high-end development northwest of ... via MySA.com
Texas MMA Fight Gear This week Random Alan takes the show to Texas MMA Fight Gear to get a little grappling experience. via WOAI.com
“We look forward to introducing more energy-saving, environmentally responsible homes to the community”
Carmona Hills, off Loop 410 and Ray Ellison Drive, opened with five new models as part of The Meridian Collection. via MySanAntonio.com
Editorial: Bandera County actions require public scrutiny
Open government is crucial to the operation and efficiency of good government. Recent actions by the Bandera County commissioners raise questions regarding how open they are about their activities. via MySanAntonio.com
Open records order prompts Bandera suit
“A suit is the last thing we want to do”
Bandera County has filed a lawsuit against Attorney General Greg Abbott to try to overturn an open records opinion issued by his office that local officials decry as potentially harmful to their constituents. via MySA.com
Storm front brings high winds, heavy rain
“Wind damage also was reported in DeWitt County, and at Stinson Field in San Antonio, wind speeds of 62 mph were recorded.”
This mesquite tree uprooted by winds accompanying thunderstorms in the region Sunday night has left a huge hole in a Floresville yard. via The Wilson County News
Macias attorney calls election 'tainted'
“This one was tainted by a series of very serious illegalities.”
Whether due to human error or outright fraud, Dist. 73 State Rep. Nathan Macias is claiming in a civil lawsuit that the results of the March 4 primary election are invalid. via The New Braunfels Herald
Macias suit disputes primary results
“There is no other option but to ask a judge to order a new election”
Despite a recount showing him losing by 17 votes, state Rep. Nathan Macias refused to concede his House District 73 race against Doug Miller on Monday, saying he is going to court to try for a new Republican ... via MySA.com
“It's a tough business. You can't fall in love with the motorcycle. You've got to fall in love with making money”
American IronHorse Motorcycle was pressured by creditors into filing for bankruptcy protection this week as it seeks a buyer, Chief Executive R.B. "Buck" Hendrickson confirmed Friday. via Fort Worth Star-Telegram
Bandera eight-liner hall shut down
“We'd stay here all day until it's gone.”
San Antonians Andy and Tammy Gonzales were out of luck when they arrived Friday at the local gaming parlor they'd visited weekly since it opened two years ago. via MySA.com
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Santa Fe runner goes the distance
“These local race directors, Darrell Beatty, Robby Sabban and Steve Boone, have done such a good job starting up these races that I keep coming back.”
Santa Fe runner Richard Jares topped off his marathon season Sunday with some special recognition. via The Galveston County Daily News
Gillespie Co. officials: Election was lawful
“There are all kinds of rumors and innuendoes going on out there, but many - if not all - are coming from the loser's side”
Controversy has surrounded Gillespie County's March 4 Republican primary, specifically concerning the ballot count in the Dist. via The New Braunfels Herald
Severe thunderstorms expected this afternoon
“The ingredients are there for some severe thunderstorms this afternoon”
A storm system that brought the San Antonio area scattered showers this morning is expected to clear up briefly before thunderstorms start rolling in later today, forecasters said. via MySanAntonio.com
Comfort deciding whether to incorporate
“Comfort has considered incorporation on several occasions in the past, but the county judge has never been asked to schedule an incorporation election”
Is incorporation right for Comfort? This is what local residents are trying to decide. via Kerrville Daily Times
“We just got in here four months ago and it's going to make it really tough on us”
Brace yourselves. It's going to be another bumpy ride these next few days along sections of Loop 410. via WOAI.com
Jeep Liberty a choice SUV for rugged roads
Pinto Canyon Road is one of Texas' loneliest highways. Drive all 52 miles of it from Marfa southwest to the sleepy town of Ruidosa on the Rio Grande and you might see three or four other vehicles, or maybe not ... via Austin American-Statesman
Money pours into state rep race
The race for the District 73 seat in the Texas House of Representatives continues to heat up, as advertisements for both candidates are filling the airwaves and television screens right up to today's primary ... via The New Braunfels Herald
“We do have to document whether or not the community falls in that area, so please be kind in answering those questions.”
Pandora residents young and old crowd into the Pandora Baptist Fellowship Feb. 19 to meet with officials about a possible public water project for the community. via The Wilson County News