LOCALCOMMUNITYNEWS.COM VOL. 9, ISSUE 12 | JUNE 8 - JULY 13, 2021
LOCAL COMMUNITY NEWS LOOP 1604 EXPANSION HAPPENING PG. 05
Enjoy the goods at North Side farmers' markets
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Fiesta returns, but smaller in scale
Fiesta is back! Check out a listing of major events on pg. 18. Courtesy photo/Betsy Newman Photography
UPGRADES WILL BE MADE FROM BANDERA ROAD TO I-35 NORTH by EDMOND ORTIZ
THIS SUMMER HERALDS the arrival of major work on part of Loop 1604, which will be widened and improved across ROADWORK continues on pg. 10
the far North Side during most of the decade.
The Texas Department of Transportation posted an online update in May about work crews starting project preparation on the Northwest Side. Elected leaders acknowledged the work will cause headaches for motorists, but ultimately traffic congestion should be reduced.
“My office is working with TxDOT to ensure neighbors have the most up-to-date information about the project, so they know what’s coming and what to expect,” said District 8 Councilman Manny Peláez. “We are here if you have any questions or comments along the way.” Residents can call 210-2070943 or email council.district8@ sanantonio.gov.
by EDMOND ORTIZ
AFTER THE COVID-19 pandemic caused the cancellation of Fiesta 2020, San Antonio’s biggest party is returning with safety measures and fewer events.
The Fiesta San Antonio Commission has released the final Fiesta 2021 calendar, with officially sanctioned PARTY continues on pg. 18