LOCAL: Castle Hills, Shavano Park, North Central, 78213, 78230, 78248, 78249 September 2016

SEPT. 12 - OCT. 10, 2016

VOL. 5, ISSUE 3

COMMUNITY NEWS SERVING THE COMMUNITIES OF CASTLE HILLS SHAVANO PARK AND THE NORTH SIDE 78213 78230 78231 78248 78249

HEALTHY FOOD INFLUX

List of stores offering organic, chemicalfree foods is growing along N.W. Military Highway corridor — PG. 12

NEIGHBORHOODS AGAINST

WILDFIRE AREAS WEST, NORTH AND NORTHWEST OF CITY HOLD GREATEST RISK — PG. 16

CASTLE HILLS

STILL THE

CHAMP

Castle Hills world boxing champion ‘Jesse’ James Leija keeping busy with promotions, gyms — PG. 14

MIKE SHANDS New interim city manager steps into role while search is on for permanent replacement — PG. 10 SHAVANO PARK SMART METERS Residents with questions, concerns invited to forums with CPS Energy — PG. 19

BUY LOCAL HAYWARD GAUDE PHOTOGRAPHY - PG. 21 EAT LOCAL PHO PLACE - PG. 22

LOCAL DEALS SHOP AND SAVE BIG - PG. 27

2

SEPT. 12 - OCT. 10, 2016

FROM THE EDITOR tedwards@localcommunitynews.com

210-641-2570 6 Weeks FREE Rent *Specials subject to change without notice

President Harold J. Lees

Publisher Gregg Rosenfield

Assoc. Publisher Rick Upton

Director of Operations Jaselle Luna

EDITORIAL Executive Editor Thomas Edwards News Staff Collette Orquiz, Bain Serna and Will Wright Contributing Writers Gaby Galindo, Edmond Ortiz, Travis E. Poling, Arthur Schechter and Susan Yerkes ART Creative Director Florence D. Edwards Contributing Photographer Rudy B. Ornelas

• Clubroom with Starbucks Machine and Pool Table.

• Resort-style pool-one large/main pool perfect for swimming laps • Pet Park and Pet Grooming Station.

• Laminate wood floors • Spacious closets • Ceiling fans with lighting in all bedrooms • Private patios and balconies* 11539 Huebner Road • San Antonio, TX 78230 Local: 210-641-2570 Triompheapartments.com Email: info@triompheapartments.com MON-THURS: 9:00 AM - 6:30 PM FRI: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM • SAT: 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM SUN: 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM

ADVERTISING Zone Manager Marc Olson Controller Gracie Cortinez READER SERVICE Mailing Address 4204 Gardendale St., Ste. 201 SA, TX 78229 Fax (210) 616.9677 Phone Advertising Inquiries(210) 338.8842 molson@localcommunitynews.com Story Ideas tips@localcommunitynews.com Website www.salocallowdown.com

LOCAL Community News publications Zone 1: 78204, 78205, 78209, 78210, 78212, 78215 Zone 2: 78213, 78230, 78231, 78248, 78249 Zone 3: 78216, 78232, 78247 Zone 4/5: 78109, 78148, 78233, 78239, 78108, 78132, 78154, 78266 Zone 7: 78015, 78023, 78255, 78256, 78257 For advertising, customer service or editorial, please call us at 210-338-8842 or write to us at: Local Community News 4204 Gardendale St., Ste. 201 San Antonio, TX 78229 Reproduction in whole or in part without our permission is prohibited, 2016 Helen Publishing LLC and Local Community News LLC, all rights reserved.

An Army brat’s life

I

consider myself lucky to have grown up in a military family, the son of a career Army officer and a hard-working mom who was a schoolteacher.

We moved often, and the experience taught my family to be adaptable, ready for challenges and tolerant of new people.

These days, when I see strife in the United States involving various cultures and ethnicities, I wish others had the opportunity to grow up as I did. Life as a dependent on Army posts had its challenges, but the military has always been a great equalizer.

Ahead of most civilian culture, the military closed gender and ethnic gaps.

It created a level playing field where ability and not skin color, chromosomes or ethnic origin mattered so long as you did your duty for your country.

The homes on the streets of the military reservations where I was raised held not only American families of all backgrounds, but Koreans, Germans, Filipinos, Japanese, French and others from a variety of cultures and countries.

We never thought of ourselves in those terms. We were just Army brats, united by our shared experiences as our parents defended America.

I have tried to teach my children the values I learned in a military family: Don’t judge based on skin color, gender, accent or faith, but on a person’s contributions to the well-being of the community. That’s what really counts.

THOMAS EDWARDS EXECUTIVE EDITOR ON THE COVER: A familiar face is back again in Castle Hills — Mike Shands. The former city manager has returned as the interim administrator for that post while the City Council begins a search for a permanent replacement. The former city manager, Diane Pfeil, was ousted in July. See story on page 10. Photo by Rudy B. Ornelas

3

SALOCALLOWDOWN.COM

LOCAL COMMENTARY

Reimagining the Alamo

by SUSAN YERKES

B

efore you read further, I’d like to ask you to do one quick thing.

Ready? OK. Imagine the Alamo.

You probably thought about the Shrine of Texas Liberty, or the Battle of the Alamo or the iconic little stone building downtown. Even if you’ve never actually visited, you can probably picture it. Most of us have a pretty good notion of what the Alamo resembles now, and a vague, Hollywood-formed idea of its 1836 appearance during the battle immortalized in Texas history and legend.

If you’re keen on Texas lore, you may go further, and visualize what the Alamo might look like if you razed all the neighboring buildings and recreated the throes of conflict 180 years past. An endeavor of this magnitude has been advanced and shelved several times, but these days, such a sweeping reconstruction is in the works, since the state, the city and the private Alamo Endowment are raising many millions to finally act on an ambitious Alamo Master Plan.

This time, something big is guaranteed to happen. It will take several years to do things right. It probably won’t involve reconstructing the entire compound, and while it will focus on the Battle of the Alamo, it will encompass much more.

This go-round, the folks who will design the changes in Alamo Plaza aren’t just imagining the Alamo ­— they are reimagining — incorporating the most familiar images into a broader picture, starting with what was here even before the Alamo was established as a Spanish mission. It’s about understanding how the Alamo, the priests, and later the soldiers,

came here, changed life for the natives, and became part of the fabric of San Antonio.

It’s even about how the building itself altered, and how downtown and thriving businesses grew around the crumbling fortress and almost swallowed it, until the Daughters of the Republic of Texas took a stand to protect and maintain it.

DRT deserves much credit for its dedicated work, but the Daughters could never have mustered the kind of wallop the current partnership of city, state and private donors bring to the table. Today, the Alamo and the four other Spanish missions are part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site; the Alamo has the most complex history.

I really believe something fine is afoot after talking to folks who have been involved with the Alamo Plaza Advisory Committee since it was formed in 2014, attending the first Alamo Master Plan public meeting, studying reimaginethealamo.org and watching YouTube videos of fascinating daily briefings on a recent archaeological dig.

The comprehensive project’s first draft won’t be ready until next spring; the

PROMOTEability PREPARE for a NEW CAREER or PROMOTION UIW’s School of Professional Studies and School of Online Learning offer quality undergraduate and graduate degrees that are tailored to adults and in high demand within today’s competitive job market.

We are offering more options including our new expanded day classes!

PROGRAM BENEFITS: 100% online or classroom Free textbooks for undergrads Accelerated 8-week courses Reduced tuition for adults No academic or application fees

Now Enrolling for Fall II 210-757-0202 | 800-318-1876 eapadmission@uiwtx.edu www.AdultEd.UIW.edu

current timeline has construction starting in 2021. It’s likely the three landmark historic structures across the plaza from the Alamo and the beautiful old post office building at the north end will remain, with a visitors’ center, museums and exhibits housed in some of them.

I’m hoping the street in front of the Alamo will close, enlarging the plaza and making it more walkable. Planners say accessibility remains a key. At the first Master Plan public session Aug. 2, George Skarmeas, whose firm Preservation Design Partnership was selected to integrate and organize the project, assured us there wouldn’t be an admission charge for the Alamo. He also predicted people will visit in timed groups, instead of just wandering in off the street, to prevent crowding.

Skarmeas stressed how public engagement is critical. The Alamo is still profoundly emotional for many. Check out reimaginethealamo. org. Listen to all the presentations you’ll find there. Get involved, and let me know what you imagine. syerkes@localcommunitynews.com

4

SEPT. 12 - OCT. 10, 2016

OUR TURN Views and opinions about your community

Graffiti cleanup

I Be Our Guest for a Backyard Brisket Dinner “No one has friends over to microwave.”

Learn what “Seniors. Living.” means to a Life Long Learning Experience featuring Heartis secrets to the best barbecue.

Limited Seating. Call 210-492-1928 to reserve your place.

What: BBQ Brisket Dinner When: Thursday, September 29th, 2016 • 6pm Where: Heartis Assisted Living & Memory Care 15430 Huebner Road

Join Us! Heartis San Antonio 15430 Huebner Rd • San Antonio, TX 78248 Phone: 210-492-1928 • Fax: 210-492-1644 marketing@heartissanantonio.com www.heartis.com

Copyright © 2016 by Uhlig LLC. All rights reserved.

n spite of progress curtailing graffiti, the defacement of public and private property still plagues our community. One answer could be channeling the efforts of the taggers who create these eyesores into more creative outlets.

Like many local municipalities, San Antonio’s graffiti-removal program relies on both municipal crews and unpaid neighborhood helpers. Illegal markings are a year-round problem with an uptick in the summer when school is out.

No matter when the offense occurs, these city employees and volunteers work hard to erase the defacement of bridges, buildings, street signs and other edifices.

When tagging appears on walls and

spaces, it is not art — it is a crime.

Showing disrespect to public possessions is showing disrespect to the community.

Removal of the damage also is costly. San Antonio budgets about $1.2 million a year for graffiti abatement.

A 15-member team labors six days a week, aided by 2,500 volunteers.

Wouldn’t it be nice if all those dollars and man-hours could be spent on something more progressive than cleaning up messy doodles?

The best deterrent is not only rapidly scrubbing the scribbling, but also encouraging taggers to alter their anti-social behavior through positive expressions of creativity.

How about art class in school, painting on a real canvas or pitching in with a creative community project? Those, too, are artistic endeavors and don’t involve defiling someone else’s property.

-The Local Community News editorial board includes Harry Lees, Gregg Rosenfield and Thomas Edwards.

Braces for all ages The Orthodontic Practice at UT Dentistry San Antonio creates beautiful smiles for ages 8 to 80.

Select the best braces for you or your child!

Choose from: • Traditional metal braces • Clear or tooth-colored braces • Clear, removable aligners such as Invisalign • Invisible lingual braces (on back side of teeth) UT Dentistry is the clinical practice of the School of Dentistry at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio.

UTDentistry.com/braces 210-450-3500

5

SALOCALLOWDOWN.COM

HAPPENING LOCAL

Plan your month with our calendar of upcoming events in the community.

OUR GUIDE TO YOUR MONTH

HAPPENING KEY

FITNESS

ART

NEISD BOARD North East Independent School District trustees will meet at 5:30 p.m. at 8961 Tesoro Drive. The first hour is closed to the public. To confirm dates and times of sessions normally scheduled on the second Monday of the month, call 407-0533.

SEPT. 12 & OCT. 10

CASTLE HILLS The next City Council meetings are slated for 6:30 p.m. in City Hall, 209 Lemonwood Drive, on the second Tuesday of the month. For more, visit http://www.cityofcastlehills.com/.

SEPT. 13 & OCT. 11

EVENT

OUTDOOR

MUSIC

FOOD

MEMORY-CARE TALKS 14, 28 On selected dates through November, Arden Courts of San Antonio, 15290 Huebner Road, will host a series regarding Alzheimer’s disease and the various stages of other forms of dementia. Learn coping techniques from 6-7:30 p.m., when a light dinner will be provide, too. Attend one, or all, of these informative sessions intended for caregivers and patients. Space is limited; RSVP early.

For questions and to register, call 408-9100 or contact SanAntonio@arden-courts.com.

SEPT.

HAPPENING continues on pg. 06

DIGITAL EDITIONS AT WWW.SALOCALLOWDOWN.COM

High School

Superior Ballet Training for Ages 3 - Adult We Offer an Array of Classes to Meet Your Dance Goals

• Morning & Evening Teen/Adult Ballet Classes • Morning Home School Ballet Classes • Morning & Afternoon Creative Movement (3-5 yrs old) • Modern & Jazz • Boys Strength & Conditioning The Ballet Conservatory fulfills the developmental needs of serious young dancers, regardless of economic background, in a safe, nurturing and pre-professional dance company environment.

CALL US TODAY FOR MORE INFORMATION!

210.820.3400

www.BalletSouthTexas.org 5200 Broadway St., San Antonio, TX 78209

Service • Band d • Percussiion • Orch hesttra • Keyboard • Live Sound

Serving South Texas Since 1946 Rent-to-Own Rentals, Month-to-Month Rentals New and Used Instruments All Major Brands Director Approved!

Quality Repair, Fast Turnaround 2121 N.W. Military Hwy. San Antonio, TX 78213

A Cu

o T n o i dit a r T linary

er! b m e Rem

TICKETS $50

SEPTEMBER 29TH, 2016

7:00PM TO 10:00PM AT THE DOSEUM 2800 BROADWAY A Night Of Live Music, Fine Winee, Cocktails, Incredible Food, Sileent Auction, & Casino Games

Alamo Heights Chamber of Commerce

EAT.DRINK.REPEAT.

210-349-2775 800-275-4767

WWW.TASTEOFTHEHEIGHTS.COM 210.822.7027

210-509-4100

Portions of the proceeds will benefit

New Location Alamo Ranch Shopping Center @ Culebra/1604

www.HSMusicService.com

6

Introductory 1.99% APR* fixed for the first 6 months; variable 3.75% - 4.00% APR thereafter.

The Amegy Bank Great Don’t-Wait Rate.

Apply for yours today.

A Home Equity Line of Credit from Amegy Bank can fund just about anything under the sun, like a pool, a dream trip, college tuition or even cash flow management for the family budget. And when you can do it with a low introductory rate this great, the last thing you want to do is wait.

Respond Now!

Get a low introductory rate on an Amegy Bank Home Equity Line of Credit. Apply for yours today.

Online:

Call/Visit: Jose Rivas (210) 343-4511 8525 Wurzbach Rd San Antonio, TX 78240 jose.rivas@amegybank.com NMLS#1214301

www.amegybank.com/PromoHELOC

SEPT. 12 - OCT. 10, 2016

HAPPENING continues from pg. 05 MUSIC FOR A CAUSE The County Line Bar-B-Q 15 provides concerts benefiting the San Antonio Food Bank; artists go on stage 7:30-9:30 p.m. on the open-air patio. Admission is free, but attendees can contribute a nonperishable food item or monetary donation to the charity. Roger Creager will perform to conclude the seasonal music series.

The restaurant is at 10101 Interstate 10 West. For lineup updates and more, visit http://countyline.com/I10Music_ shedule_sponsors.html or call 641-1998.

SEPT.

HOLOCAUST SURVIVOR SPEAKS Robbie Waisman, 15 imprisoned in Nazi concentration camps, comes to the Barshop Jewish Community Center, 12500 N.W. Military Highway on the Campus of the San Antonio Jewish Community, at 7 p.m. to discuss his experiences. For more, call Maya Siler at 302-6867.

SEPT.

LOW-IMPACT DEVELOPMENT Hardberger Park’s Urban 17 Ecology Center, 8400 N.W. Military Highway (western entrance), hosts a presentation by Jacob Aalf from 9-11 a.m. about managing stormwater runoff through conservation. No registration required. Though free, a $3 donation, or $5 per family, is suggested. For more, call 492-7472.

SEPT.

SEX-TRAFFICKING IN SAN ANTONIO TALK 20 Experts will be on hand at the Barshop Jewish Community Center’s Holzman Auditorium, 12500 N.W. Military Highway, on the Campus of the San Antonio Jewish Community, for a frank discussion on trafficked teenagers.

The National Council of Jewish Women hosts the 7-9 p.m. event open to the public.

For more, visit www.ncjwsa.org/programs/ trafficked-teens/ or call Marcia Waldgeir at 325-9775 or Ruthie Wurzburg at 365-6754.

SEPT.

Important Disclosure Information: *Loans subject to credit approval; terms and conditions apply. Minimum loan amount is $8,000. Minimum draw amount is $4,000. Property insurance is required, and other restrictions or conditions may apply. Other loan options are available. Speak with an Amegy banker for more details. Effective 03/21/2016 through 06/30/2016, 1.99% introductory APR is fixed for the first 6 months of account opening; variable APR of 3.75% - 4.00% after that. The variable APR is based on the Prime Rate as stated in The Wall Street Journal plus a margin and is subject to change. Prime Rate is currently 3.50% as of 03/21/2016.

Maximum APR is 18%. The interest rate will change effective with changes in the Index.

Offer not available for existing Amegy Bank Home Equity Lines of Credit. No additional interest rate discounts may apply during the introductory rate period. After the introductory rate period, additional rate discounts may apply. Maximum discount .25%. Speak with an Amegy banker for more details. No closing costs on loans up to $250,000, unless a full appraisal is necessary. For lines over $250,000, borrower is responsible for third party closing costs, which may not exceed 3% of line amount.

A division of ZB, N.A. Member FDIC. ©2016 ZB, N.A.

Equal Housing Lender NMLS#467014

DROP-IN MAHJONG The Senior Center in the 21 Barshop Jewish Community Center is home on the third Wednesday of every month at 6:30 p.m. to mahjong.

Coffee will be served. Everyone is welcome to play. The JCC is on the Campus of

SEPT.

the San Antonio Jewish Community, 12500 N.W. Military Highway. For more, call Cathy Pottorf at 302-6870.

BEE INFORMED The Texas AgriLife Extension Office, 22 3355 Cherry Ridge Drive, Suite 208, will be buzzing from 6-8:30 p.m., when commercial beekeeper Randy Verhoek is the guest speaker. The discussion, beginning at 6:30 p.m., is free and open to the public. The tutorial is presented by Bexar County Master Gardeners. The group usually conducts general meetings the third Thursday of every other month, except in this case.

For more, call 631-0400 or visit http:// www.bexarmg.org/come-bee-informed/.

SEPT.

SILVER ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION Boasting 22 more than 50 shops, the Ironside Antiques Mall, 10211 Ironside Drive, is celebrating 25 years in business with a party from 5-7 p.m.

There will be wine, hors d’oeuvres and music. For more, call 694-0134.

SEPT.

HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH The San Antonio Public Library 24 is currently commemorating the Alamo City’s rich, diverse culture and history. As part of a series, come to the Cody Branch Library meeting room, 11441 Vance Jackson Road, from 2-4 p.m. for a remembrance of U.S. Rep. Henry B. Gonzalez. Eugene Rodriguez will celebrate the life of the local politician.

For more on Latinos in public service, call 207-9100. For more on Latino artists’ exhibits running through Nov. 7, call 207-2500 or visit mysapl.org.

SEPT.

NATURE WALK: GRASS Floyd Waller of the Native 24 Plant Society of Texas shares his expertise on grasses at Hardberger Park’s Urban Ecology Center, 8400 N.W. Military Highway (western entrance), from 8-10 a.m. No registration required. Though free, a $3 donation, or $5 per family, is suggested. For more, call 492-7472.

SEPT.

SHAVANO PARK City Council holds its monthly meeting 26 at 6:30 p.m. in City Hall, 900 Saddletree Court, on the fourth

SEPT.

HAPPENING continues on pg. 07

7

SALOCALLOWDOWN.COM HAPPENING continues from pg. 06 Monday of the month. For more, visit http://www.shavanopark.org/.

NISD TRUSTEES The Northside Independent School District 27 board regularly meets the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. in the conference room at 5900 Evers Road. Sessions are open to the public. For more and to confirm dates and times, visit www.nisd.net.

SEPT.

DISTRICT 9 NEIGHBORHOOD ALLIANCE Meetings are usually 28 held on the fourth Wednesday of the month at 7 p.m. in Stone Oak Methodist Hospital, 1139 E. Sonterra Blvd., Classroom No. 1. The hospital is just off U.S. 281 North. For more, call Art Downey, alliance president, at 497-8873.

SEPT.

FIRE PREVENTION Texas Forest Service’s 1 Logan Scherschel provides information on using landscaping to

OCT.

keep your property safe from fires.

Hardberger Park’s Urban Ecology Center, 8400 N.W. Military Highway (western entrance), hosts the 9-11 a.m. tutorial.

No registration required. Though free, a $3 donation, or $5 per family, is suggested. For more, call 492-7472.

NEISD MARCHING BAND FESTIVAL 2016 4 All seven North East Independent School District high schools will perform beginning at 7 p.m. at Heroes Stadium, 4799 Thousand Oaks Drive. The festival is free and open to the public. For more, contact Jody Noblett at jnoble@neisd.net.

OCT.

NATIVE AMERICAN STORYTELLER Bring the 8 kids to Hardberger Park’s Urban Ecology Center, 8400 N.W. Military Highway (western entrance), from 10 a.m. to noon to hear Grandma Coyote, Emma Ortega, recite tales

Summer Pool Sale

• Easy & Automated • Water- & Energ y-efficient • Virtually chlorine-free

100% Financing oac

OCT.

HAPPENING continues on pg. 20

SUMMER POOL SALE* —$36,400 • Rock Excavation • SmartVac Eco • 304’ SmartDeck • LED Light • White Pebble Plaster

We're at our best so you can be at yours.

license# 9/1/16 name - 9/30/16. *May not be combined with any other offer/discount. For new customers/contractsstudio phone

street address suite# geo locator elementsmassage.com/slug

EXTENSIVE CUSTOMER REFERRALS #1BuildRanke e —9 yr i n d P o o l ear A m s in eric a! ar ow —

CBP Certified

Free brochure, Our massage experience is second to none. In fact, if you in-home estimate, next one is on us. So take some time for you and schedule & custom 3D plan today, because when your inner happiness shines throug everything in life a little better.

Design

210.680.0006 800.262.7064

open text box for group url or info

Center San Antonio ME 2642 210.541.4050 10003 NW Military Hwy Suite 1102 Alon Town Centre elementsmassage.com/san-antonio

North San Antonio ME2495 210.497.7770 21019 US Hwy 281 N Suite 838 Stone Ridge Market

Massage session includes time for consultation and dressing. Void where prohibited or otherwise restricted by law.

Other restrictions may apply; see studio for details and information about The Elements Promise™. ME 2642

Open

Daily 7575 N. Loop 1604 W.

bluehaven.com

Renovation & Modernization Specialists

8

SEPT. 12 - OCT. 10, 2016

LOCAL LOWDOWN Take a quick look at what’s new in the community from opening and closings to news tidbits.

Open and Opening Soon 1. HAYWARD GAUDE PHOTOGRAPHY, 555 W. Bitters Road, Suite 109, is a fine portrait design and photography studio in the Alley on Bitters that specializes in portrait art to hang in homes for years. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Monday through Friday, and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. For more, call 2651101 or visit haywardgaudephotography. com (See story on page 21)

2. PHO PLACE, 1160 N. Loop 1604 West, Suite 107, offers a wide variety of Vietnamese and Chinese food, including pho noodle soup, pad thai, curry thai, spring roll, autumn roll, boba smoothies, Vietnamese coffee and much more. Hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

Address of local business Name of local business

For more, call 493-2885 or visit www. myphoplace.com. (See story on page 22)

3. FOREVER YOUNG FINE ART LLC, 11729 Whisper Valley St., carries a wide variety of high-end art supplies such as Chameleon pens — which create “stunning 3-D effects” as well — as licensed artwork and prints that include characters from Harry Potter, “Star Wars,” Disney, Marvel and DC comics. Hours are 1:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday, and 1-5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. For more, email cesar@foreveryoungfineart.com or visit www.foreveryoungfineart.com.

IN OTHER NEWS THE GREATER EDWARDS AQUIFER ALLIANCE AND District 8 Councilman

Ron Nirenberg recently joined neighbors and Boy Scout Troop 66 at the Woods of Shavano Community Center to “begin planning the first of 10 rain gardens to be constructed over the Edwards Aquifer Recharge Zone to help preserve and protect San Antonio’s primary drinkingwater source,” according to officials.

Planners said the Woods of Shavano was chosen as the first community in the city to be the site of a rain garden, with the goal to improve the quality of water entering the aquifer. Planting is in Indian Woods Park and kicks off Sept.

24. The overview and organizational meeting was held Aug. 14. Volunteers will work with GEAA Community Rain Gardens Project Manager Deborah Reid.

According to a release, “A rain garden consists of native drought-tolerant plants constructed to retain stormwater and drain quickly to reduce the pollutants like heavy metals and petroleum-based contaminants from reaching the aquifer.”

SHAVANO PARK RESIDENT DANNY SIMMERMAN WON THE South Amateur

We’re ready for anything under the sun.

Championship golf title at Wolfdancer Golf Club in Lost Pines Aug. 7. The win marks Simmerman’s second South Regional Championship golf title of the season. According to officials, Simmerman’s victory marks him as “the first individual in the Texas Golf Association South Regional Series to hold both the South Amateur title and the South Mid-Amateur title in the same year.”

ALDERWOMAN MARY ANN HISEL HAS JOINED the Shavano Park Tree Committee. The committee was founded in 2015 in order “to enhance the quality of life and the present and future health, safety and welfare of all citizens, to enhance property values, and to ensure proper planting and care of trees on public property,” according to officials.

THE SHAVANO PARK CITY COUNCIL HAS APPROVED CHANGING the name of Collins Circle to Pond Hill Road. “We expect that in the future, the intersection

LOWDOWN continues on pg. 09

We want you to enjoy the summer with your family without worrying about where to go for medical emergencies. We’re here for you 24/7, and it’s our mission to get you well, and back to enjoying your summer, fast.

24 hr

-Timothy Vu, M.D., FACEP

• • • • •

ER

Bronchitis Ear Aches Flu & Flu Like Symptoms Allergy & Cold Treatments Broken Bone & Sports Injury Treatment • Adult Pediatric Services

Get in. Get Out. Get Back to your summer.

210-561-4433 4999 De Zavala San Antonio, TX 78249 • FOSSIL CREEK • DE ZAVALA • CULEBRA RD • ALAMO HEIGHTS

CompleteEmergencyCare.com

9

SALOCALLOWDOWN.COM LOWDOWN continues from pg. 08 of Pond Hill and Northwest Military (Highway) will have a traffic light,” said City Manager Bill Hill. “Now is the best opportunity to change the street name so that this future signalized intersection will only have one street name and confusion will be avoided for drivers trying to reconcile multiple cross-street names.”

Hill said there are no existing businesses or residences with Collins Circle addresses, so “there is very little impact.”

SHAVANO PARK HAS BEEN NAMED A SCENIC CITY by the Scenic City Certification program. The award is “a result of the city’s ongoing efforts to protect city property values, maintain and build excellent infrastructure, and enhance the city image all while maintaining a rural atmosphere,” according to a release. A reception is set for Oct. 6 in Austin to present the city with its Scenic City Certification during the Texas Municipal League’s Annual Conference Week.

DISTRICT 8 COUNCILMAN RON NIRENBERG COLLABORATED WITH THE Magik Performing Arts Center, 5359 Casa Bella St., to host a free back-toschool party that featured a backpackand-school-supplies giveaway, as well as a performance of “Goldilocks and the Three Bears,” magic shows and more. More than 350 backpacks and school supply kits were offered at the gathering, which also featured music, a book sale and photo opportunities with a San Antonio Fire Department fire engine. A ribboncutting ceremony commemorating the roadway reconstruction of Casa Bella also took place before the back-to-school event in front of the Magik Performing Arts Center.

ADOBE DRIVE IN CASTLE HILLS will be closed to through traffic due to a construction project that runs until Oct. 20, according to the city website.

A $1.3 BILLION BUDGET APPROVED BY NORTHSIDE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT trustees for the 2016-17 academic year does not call for a tax increase. According to a statement issued by NISD, “Following a public hearing held Aug. 16, trustees accepted

a recommendation that the property tax rate not be increased, and would remain at $1.3755 per $100 valuation.

Northside ISD has not raised the school tax rate for the past six years.

The adopted tax rate is less than the tax rate that was projected in School Bond 2014 by $0.0889, which translates to an annual savings of over $158 for the average value home in Northside.”

THOSE WISHING TO HONOR A NORTHSIDE INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT teacher or staff member can purchase an honor paver, which will be displayed at the Plaza of Influence when it opens in October. The NISD employee can be a campus administrator, coach, support staff member or teacher who made an impact on the person nominating him or her. Every $50 taxdeductible donation for the honor paver will go toward the Northside Education Foundation’s grant programs, which benefit student and staff enrichment.

Each honor paver will feature the purchaser’s name and the reason why he or she selected the educator who went “Beyond the Game,” district officials said. The Plaza of Influence is at the Northside Sports Gym, located at the Farris Athletic Complex, 8400 N. Loop 1604 West. A ceremony to showcase the honor pavers is set for 6:30 p.m. Nov. 30.

CLARK HIGH SCHOOL IS SET TO RECEIVE infrastructure upgrades from bond dollars approved by Northside Independent School District voters.

The enhancements will involve about 50 percent of the total construction funds available, officials said. The work includes updating heatingventing-air-conditioning systems, widening play areas and adding lighting systems, officials said.

WAL-MART HAS DONATED 16.3 ACRES NEAR ITS STORE AT BLANCO ROAD AND WURZBACH PARKWAY that adds more land to Hardberger Park and helps conserve the area’s natural resources, officials said. Prior to a recent City Council vote to accept the land, District 9 Councilman Joe Krier thanked Wal-Mart. He noted the company’s assistance to local organizations and programs such as Meals on Wheels, LiftFund and American GI Forum.

From flu care to critical care, our experienced Board Certified Emergency Medicine Physicians and staff are available 24/7 to care for you.

Comprehensive Care: • State of the art laboratory & radiology services • Inpatient observation suites • Experienced and compassionate staff • Pediatric Care

16403 Huebner Road • San Antonio,TX 78248 210-564-9790 • www.inwood-er.com Locally owned and operated by US Veterans From the Community ~ For the Community

Emergency care has never been easier.

Schedule

10

SEPT. 12 - OCT. 10, 2016

CASTLE HILLS continues from pg. 01

Your Emergency Room Visit

ONLINE.

christussantarosa.org/ER

Mike Shands says he is glad to return to Castle Hills as the interim city manager. In addition to being a former Castle Hills resident and the former city manager, he also served in the same capacity in New Braunfels. Shands also is an Army veteran. Photo by Rudy B. Ornelas

New administrator says it feels like coming home

by BAIN SERNA

Your ER care process begins within

You’ll see a provider within

We strive to meet our 5/30 commitment. There may be times when critical emergencies, epidemics, and diversions impact our performance.

If you feel you or your child’s life is in danger, have suffered a severe injury,

bite, burn; feel that symptoms of heart attack or stroke, Ifanimal you feel youoror yourorchild’s lifeyou is inhave danger; have suffered a severe injury, please dial 9-1-1, or go to the nearest emergency room immediately. animal bite, or burn; or feel that you have symptoms of heart attack or stroke, please dial 9-1-1, or go to the nearest emergency room immediately.

C

ASTLE HILLS — A familiar face has returned to City Hall with the hiring of Mike Shands as the interim city manager following Diane Pfeil’s dismissal.

Shands’ appointment became effective Aug. 1. Officials are continuing a search for a permanent city manager after the City Council in a 4-1 noconfidence vote on July 8 ousted Pfeil.

A former Castle Hills resident, Shands also served as New Braunfels city manager.

“I lived here (in Castle Hills) in the ’70s and ’80s for 12 years, and then I came back from 2002 to 2006 as the city

manager here after I retired from New Braunfels, where I was the city manager there from 1984 to 2001,” Shands said.

The administrator said being back in Castle Hills feels like “a good fit.”

“What I like about Castle Hills is that I’m familiar with the city because I lived here and because I was here as city manager,” he said. “I know the people and I know the city and a lot of its background. It’s good to be working for the people you know, and it’s good to be working for people that you have an idea about what they want as a community, what they want to keep and what they want to change.”

Shands, who was born in Lawton, Oklahoma, is a a self-professed Army brat whose father was a career soldier. Shands earned a bachelor’s degree at the University of Texas at Austin and enrolled in the ROTC program, eventually becoming an Army officer serving in military police units.

He later received a master’s degree

CASTLE HILLS continues on pg. 11

IT’S EASIER TO BUILD TRUST AND CONFIDENCE WHENEVER PEOPLE KNOW THEY HAVE EXPERIENCE WITH YOU BEFORE. MIKE SHANDS, CASTLE HILLS INTERIM CITY MANAGER

11

CASTLE HILLS continues from pg. 10 in public administration from the University of Texas at San Antonio.

Returning to Castle Hills reminds him of coming home, Shands said.

“It’s easier to build trust and confidence whenever people know they have experience with you before,” the veteran municipal employee said. “I think the contributions I can make to Castle Hills are probably increased because of the friendships and knowledge I have with the community. We’ve got good employees here, some are new and some have been here many years, but they all seem very motivated and interested in doing the best thing for the community.”

For now, Shands will serve through December, said city officials.

“I thought it was a great decision by the council to approve Mike Shands,” said Mayor Tim Howell. “He’s done an extremely good job before and is well known in the industry, and it’s really worked out well.”

The city needs to maintain its stability, the mayor added.

“In order to do that, we needed a person with a lot of experience that knows Castle Hills, and he was the first person that came to mind,” Howell said.

Though his position is temporary, Shands said he will work hard to be an important link between the community and city government.

“It’s about participating and which way we want to go as a community, what direction are we going and what’s our destination, and how are we going to get there as a community,” he said. “It’s about serving the public.

The taxpayer is our employer.”

He realizes there will be disagreements, but said there is no reason solutions can’t be found.

“It works best when the City Council and city staff and the community can be united, even if there’s disagreements,” he said. “We’ve got different lifestyles, different social levels, different economic levels. We’ve got a community that comes together and works together very well.”

The city is advertising for a new city manager through the Texas Municipal League website.

“What we’ve done now is notify TML and they have search efforts that they do,” Howell said. “People that are interested from around the country will send in their resumes.”

R O O D OUT

FUN

BROUGHT TO YOU BY SAWS

San Antonio’s fun in the sun is fueled by water. Wells, pumps and pipes work hard underground while our city plays above in parks, pools, playgrounds and backyards. SAWS is, well, underneath it all.

SAWS. Making this wonderful city…waterful.

saws.org/waterful

Photo: Yanaguana Garden at Hemisfair

12

SEPT. 12 - OCT. 10, 2016

GROCERS continues from pg. 01

Millennials are looking for choice, nutritionist says

by TRAVIS E. POLING

T

he trend toward eating more organic and chemicalfree foods has continued unabated nationwide, and competition for customers embracing that lifestyle has intensified along the Northwest Military Highway corridor.

This summer, Natural Grocers opened at 13310 N.W. Military Highway bracketed by two Whole Foods Markets to the north and south and about a mile from H-E-B’s Alon Market. Also, the Phoenix-based healthy-living chain Sprouts Farmers Market has a location at

Natural Grocers is joining the influx of other outlets on the North and far North sides offering healthy food choices.

The Natural Grocers at 13310 N.W. Military Highway has a nutritionist on staff. Photos by Collette Orquiz

Callaghan Road and Interstate 10 West.

Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, a Colorado chain of more than 100 stores in 17 states, hopes San Antonians will take to their concept, which includes a nutritionist on staff at every store for free consultations.

While the trend toward healthy eating isn’t new, it is taking on a new

life with changing shopping patterns.

“The demographics of how people are shopping for food and making decisions is completely changing,” said Angela Lemond, a registered dietietian/ nutritionist in private practice and a spokeswoman for the 4,000-member Texas Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

More men are doing the shopping for households, shoppers are buying food every few days or just for the night and more are going to multiple locations for their provender and other dietary needs, Lemond added.

“Millennials are flocking to (the healthyeating trend) and more are choosing to eat alone at home,” Lemond said. “They want to have more control over what they choose and not have what they eat dictated by the preferences of a dining companion.”

She said millennials especially think nothing of making multiple stops at different stores to get exactly what they want to fit their lifestyle.

The traffic in the Natural Grocers store since the June 14 grand opening “has been very decent,” said AnnaLee Terrin, nutritional health coach for the store.

“There are people coming in who want to know more” about the concept and about how to eat better, she said.

While most of the earliest customers hailed from the nearby neighborhoods,

GROCERS continues on pg. 13

GET OFF TO A GREAT START WITH HELP FROM HUNTINGTON

SAVE SAVE $100* $

75

BEST SCHOOL YEAR EVER

SAVE $75

Personalized Attention. Proven Results.

10003 N.W. Military Hwy. #1103 (210) 558-0636 19141 Stone Oak Parkway (210) 494-5858

1.800.CAN.LEARN

Make this your best school year yet!

Huntington has helped students K-12 improve their grades, academic skills, and confidence since 1977.

THE HUNTINGTON ADVANTAGE • Thorough academic evaluations • Proven programs tailored to each student’s needs • Individualized instruction from highly qualified teachers TUTORING Reading - Writing - Math - Study Skills - Spelling Vocabulary - Phonics Algebra - Geometry - Trigonometry - Pre-Calculus Calculus - Earth Science - Biology - Chemistry - Physics TEST PREP SAT - PSAT/NMSQT - ACT - State Tests - Advanced Placement (AP) SSAT - ISEE - HSPT - GED -A SVAB “I wish to express my sincere gratitude for the excellent work you have done with my son. Not only have his academic skills greatly improved, his self-confidence has grown.”

–Ruth H.

© 2015 Huntington Mark, LLC. Independently Owned and Operated. SAT and Advanced Placement (AP) are registered trademarks of the College Board. PSAT/NMSQT is a registered trademark of the College Board and the National Merit Scholarship Corporation. ACT is a registered trademark of ACT, Inc. None of these entities were involved in the production of, and do not endorse the program.*Offer valid for Academic Evaluation or Tuition, new students only. Not valid with any other offer.

HLC1847.1

13

SALOCALLOWDOWN.COM GROCERS continues from pg. 12 the store now draws shoppers from Leon Valley and Boerne, Terrin said. One of the most common reasons people come from greater distances “is to find foods that don’t contain certain ingredients,” Terrin said.

“We’re big on nutritional education, including free coaching sessions” and helping customers with specific diets for medical conditions, Terrin said.

“I give them options and recommendations if they want to go that way and explain what it will do for them,” she added.

Those sessions often occur after a diagnosis from a doctor that might require certain types of foods or restrictions on certain ingredients.

The store has a classroom and a demonstration kitchen where Terrin and guest presenters do four or more classes a month on different themes.

Several fall-themed programs are coming up, including one on organic, pastureraised turkeys ahead of the holidays.

Another educational tool for customers

who want to drill deeply into sometimescontroversial issues is the Political Podium just inside the front door of the store.

The wooden structure holds copies of articles for customers to make up their own mind on issues such as the use of genetically modified organisms to produce foodstuffs, the nutrient content of foods grown certain ways, the case for organics and an explanation of why Natural Grocers doesn’t carry certain foods or supplements.

“Some people don’t know where to stand on these political issues and want more information,” Terrin said.

A file cabinet overflowing with information on hundreds of food- and supplement-related issues is at the back of the store so any employee can help a customer with questions even if the nutritionist is out.

Another feature is the all-organic produce section, which isn’t as big as most supermarkets, but is competitively priced with nonorganic selections in season at other stores, staffers said.

Natural Grocers also carries a large selection of teas, fair-trade coffees,

Building Relationships that last a lifetime

essential oils and probiotics. The ice cream section – Terrin’s favorite – contains selections made with humanely gathered milk, along with milks derived from soybeans, almonds, coconuts and cashews to address varying dietary restrictions.

Natural Grocers is opening a second San Antonio-area location in Alamo Heights early next year.

In the area, H-E-B Alon Market has on-site nutrition services and a My Fit Foods department. Whole Foods, as competition increases in a healthy, organic-foods market it once ruled, proclaims on its San Antonio Facebook page “Proud to be San Antonio’s first allnatural and organic grocer since 1993.”

And Sprouts has healthy-living resource guides online and in the store.

Having nutritionists in the store as Natural Grocers does is important to help consumers make evidence-based decisions instead of just following the latest fad touted on television, Lemond said.

“They’re trying to provide positive guidance,” Lemond said. “I think that’s a wonderful trend.”

8th Annual Weston Wright

“Lighting the Way” 5K Run/Walk

ING

BENEFIT

Blind Children’s Education Program Turning DIS-ABILITY into ABILITY

Be honest.

Be kind.

Be the best you ca be.

Saturday, October 22, 2016

Pre-K through 8th Grade

Valero Campus on Loop 1604 One Valero Way

Accredited by the Independent Schools Association of the Southwest. Member of the National Association of Independent schools. SAA admits students of any race, color, and national or ethnic origin.

TING PRESEN OR S N O P S Chipped timed race managed by Irun

SA-ACADEMY.ORG

www.salighthouse.org/events

For more info or to register now

(210) 531-1533 nlipton@salighthouse.org

“The Happy Handyman” Written by his daughter, Trudy Lesage

Last week I had a question about Muriatic acid which reminded me about Acid Magic. I thought that Acid Magic was such a unique product that is needs more than just a few words. We saw Acid Magic at the International Hardware Show while it was still in Chicago, in the basement area of the show which was my dad’s favorite. Certol makes Acid Magic and in Chicago they were demonstrating how different it is than regular muriatic acid. Acid Magic has 90% less fumes, does not burn on intact to your skin, it doesn’t leech fumes out of the bottle so you can store it easily, and it has the strength of standard muriatic acid. So you can clean pools and spas to include filters, clean toilets and remove rust scale from tools. What really caught my eye about Acid Magic is the ability to clean off lime and hard water from sprinkler over spray on red or dark colored brick. If you wanted to clean it before, you had to use muriatic acid and a wire brush, all the while keeping water running beside you for quick rinses.

There is a bank down from us with red brick exterior and the brightest white halos from the sprinkler system that you have ever seen. I am sure they have never tried to clean off the deposits. I took a sprayer bottle of Acid Magic, a sprayer bottle of clear water, and a scrub brush to the bank to see how well the Acid Magic would work. I was amazed! Acid Magic cleaned within seconds, and the brick was back to red and not hazy white. Wet the brick first, spray the Acid Magic, lightly scrub let it work a minute and then rinse. Even though Acid Magic is safe, please use gloves and goggles and keep water running to rinse with. Acid Magic whitens and brightens concrete, so I tried it on their sidewalk. If it works as well as it did on the brick, I am using on the thirty year old sidewalks in front of my house.

Now to the email.....

Question: Trudy this is really not a question, but a remark about a product that you sent me. The People / Puppy treads are working out wonderfully for my mom. They are clear, and offer a safe step out of the shower, and on the front porch. You can trim them to the size that you need and they adhere well even in a damp area. I am going to put them on the puppy treadmill for my dog so he has a better grip when exercising. Thank you for sending them right away!

Answer: You are welcome. People /Puppy Treads are new for us and I liked them because they are clear and soft but a safe tread for safety. They can be trimmed easily with just scissors. If you need any more help you always call the store in San Antonio 210-341-1573 or go to our website, www. happyhandyman.com and we will ship right to you.

As always purchases over twenty dollars will ship for five dollars freight in Texas.

For more tips & offers go to:

APPYHANDYMAN.COM

14

UT Medicine Senior Health

SEPT. 12 - OCT. 10, 2016

LEIJA continues from pg. 01

Now Accepting New Patients UT Medicine Senior Health has board certified doctors and a caring staff who specialize in the challenges facing older adults.

Call (210) 450-9890 for appointments.

Visit UTMedSeniorHealth.org for more information.

2829 Babcock Road, Suite 525, San Antonio, Texas 78229

(located within CHRISTUS Santa Rosa North West, Tower 1)

Back to School = An Employment Opportunity...

Make a Difference in Your Community Today!

New Driver Pay $13/Hr. We offer COMPETITIVE PAY and GREAT BENEFITS! • Health Plans • Cafeteria Plan • Hospital Indemnity • Tax Sheltered Accounts • Sick Leave Bank • AETNA Disability Ins. • Dental Plan • Employee Assistance Program All applicants must be able to pass a Fingerprint Background Check, Pre-Employment Agility Assessment and Drug Screen prior to employment with North East ISD. North East Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer.

APPLY ONLINE and call the number:

www.NEISD.net • 210-356-9229

Dean Leija (left) is one of the sons of two-time boxing world champion 'Jesse' James Leija (right); in the middle is Jim Monning, 75, who trains at the elder Leija's ChampionFit Gym. Another son, James Leija Jr. (not pictured), is pursuing a career in boxing. Photo by Rudy B. Ornelas

Boxer’s son, now in training, graduated from Antonian

by BAIN SERNA

C

ASTLE HILLS — These days, two-time boxing world champion “Jesse” James Leija is working just as hard outside the ring as he did in it as a promoter, trainer and business owner.

Leija, who moved his family to Castle Hills 15 years ago, is endeavoring to bring major fights to San Antonio through a boxing promotion company, Leija & Battah Promotions, with business partner Mike Battah.

As a trainer, he is schooling a son and other boxers young and old in the sport through his gyms. However, he wasn’t originally sure he wanted to be a promoter.

“I was against it at first because I had been in boxing for 20 years already and I knew that the promotion business was a tough business,” Leija said. “Mike was a great businessman, so I agreed and we had our first promotion that was a success. We eventually talked with Oscar De La Hoya

and Golden Boy Promotions. We went to their offices and told them we wanted a partnership and they were all for it.”

The first major fight — Canelo Alvarez versus Austin Trout, a major boxing world title bout held April 20, 2013 — put 40,000 spectators in the Alamodome.

Leija & Battah eventually parted ways with Golden Boy to collaborate with Premier Boxing Channel, with a focus on bringing major fights to San Antonio and other Texas cities.

Leija knows firsthand the brutal heights and competitive side of pro boxing, as he was a World Boxing Council and International Boxing Association world champion, in 1994 and 1998 respectively, as well as a three-time North American Boxing Federation champion, among other honors.

Leija also was a very successful amateur boxer before turning pro, winning the San Antonio Golden Gloves tournament in 1988.

He began his pro boxing career in October 1988 and had his last fight in 2005.

“One thing that really drove me about being a boxer as opposed to being in team sports was that it’s only you,” Leija said. “You can’t depend on other guys to score points or things like that.

You can’t depend on anyone else but

LEIJA continues on pg. 15

15

SALOCALLOWDOWN.COM LEIJA continues from pg. 14 yourself when you’re in the ring.”

Leija grew up on the South Side, and his roots there are still important, he said.

“I fought all over the U.S.,” he said.

“Whenever I heard the ring announcer say I was from San Antonio, Texas, that was a special moment for me. Every time I heard that in a ring intro I wanted to make San Antonio proud. I’m proud to be from San Antonio and I am proud of my city.”

Leija and his wife, Lisa, eventually moved from the South Side to Castle Hills with their children in 2001.

“Castle Hills is a great community,” Leija said. “The people here are established and very friendly. Castle Hills is great because I’m in the center of San Antonio.

I’m five minutes from the airport and 10 minutes from downtown.”

His neighbors feel the same about him.

“I am proud to say ‘Jesse’ James has chosen Castle Hills to be his home,” said Mayor Tim Howell. “His contribution to the boxing world, as well as his commitment to bringing up young boxers in the San Antonio area through his training center, is a positive statement of his commitment to the future of a sport

that he has obviously well mastered.”

Leija also wears the hats of boxing trainer and coach.

He trains his oldest son, James Leija Jr., a graduate of Antonian College Preparatory High School, who has joined the professional boxing ranks and has a record of 2-0. The elder Leija also trains others; he is the owner of ChampionFit Gym, with locations at 4553 N. Loop 1604 West and 6824 San Pedro Ave. His oldest client is in his 70s; the youngest is 7.

Another son, Dean Leija, works as a trainer at his father’s gym.

“I train men and women and it’s a pro-boxing workout for the average person. One thing that people love about it is a total body workout,” he said.

But the “sweet science” also yields other dividends.

“It teaches people of all backgrounds how to defend themselves,” he said. “I have had kids that are being bullied come into my gym and learn how to defend themselves and respect themselves. Those are my best rewards for me now, seeing bullied kids gain confidence and people getting in great shape and losing weight.”

HIS CONTRIBUTION TO THE BOXING WORLD ... IS A POSITIVE STATEMENT OF HIS COMMITMENT TO THE FUTURE OF A SPORT THAT HE HAS OBVIOUSLY WELL MASTERED. TIM HOWELL, CASTLE HILLS MAYOR

$4,500 Cash for Junkers

with or without a trade-in!

Visit or call Mission Mitsubishi for the complete details.

MIRAGE ALL-NEW MIRAGE G4

with Apple Play & Android Auto

Drive-in, get an oil change & get FOUR tickets to an SA Missions baseball game!

(210) 9800 San Pedro @ Loop 410

MissionMitsubishi. com

342-2886

MISSION MITSUBISHI

50 PERCENT OFF ALL REGENCY FANS LIFETIME WARRANTY, QUIET FANS WITH 3 CAPACITORS. REGENCY FAN BLADES PROVIDE THE BEST WIND CHILL TO KEEP YOU COOL! Vantage Outdoor Fan

66” span Createamajor aesthetic statement with the Vantage Includes light kit and Remote Ceiling fan’s modern industrial design featuring eight, gently Curved blades. This enormous fan’s whisper quiet DC motor will Cool the largest of spaces and the fan’s warm white LED light comes with Cover which may be used when the light is not needed

Create comfort in Style with the Vail Ceiling Fan Beautiful Faci lity Rental Availa ble!

Call Now! Specialize in Ballroom/Latin/Salsa/Swing/Country Special Choreography for Weddings and Quinceaneras

Come Dance You Deserve It!

No Partner Needed! Group, Private Lessons & Dance Parties BEGINNER CLASSES Available Now! 20 Years of Dance Instruction, Performances and Competition

Come Dance Every Friday Night Friday Night Parties Start @ 7pm with our Group Lesson.

14602 Huebner Rd., San Antonio, TX 78230 210.620.3662 www.AstonBallroomDance.com

The Vail Ceiling Fan features 5 blades and 4 colors, comes with LED light, 14 degree blade pitch, 6 speed remote control which is included.

$10 store coupon off your next purchase of $40 or more. (must be used by 9/30/16)

Ages 5 to 95 and Up!

2361 NW MILITARY HWY., SAN ANTONIO, TX 78231

210-341-1573 HAPPYHANDYMAN.COM

Sales person needed, Hardware Experience a Must.

16

SEPT. 12 - OCT. 10, 2016

WILDFIRE continues from pg. 01

79 percent of brush fires happen near communities

by EDMOND ORTIZ

T

he danger of out-of-control brush infernos on the far North and Northwest sides has prompted San Antonio officials, firefighters and neighbors to join forces in support of a community wildfire protection plan.

The city recently completed the initiative, incorporating the document with the SA Tomorrow Comprehensive Plan. It identifies citywide risk levels; how neighborhoods can reduce threats; and how first responders should act when a wildfire erupts.

The San Antonio Fire Department performs controlled burns to clear select open spaces of fuel buildup, lowering the chance of wildfires. Photo courtesy/San Antonio Fire Department

Thanks in large part to the completion of the protection guidelines, the San Antonio Fire Department accepted a

WILDFIRE continues on pg. 17

Helping Children and Adults Breathe and Sleep Better Understanding Your Child’s Brain

Investigations Since 1989 ALL TYPES OF INVESTIGATIONS INCLUDING:

Need a PI?

➤ Background Investigations ➤ Due Diligence Investigations ➤ Financial Investigations ➤ Insurance Investigations ➤ Transportation & Cargo Investigations ➤ Surveillance ➤ Countermeasures

Kelly E. Riddle; TCI, TTPLI Dallas, TX Houston, TX Nashville, TN Tucson, AZ

Regional Offices:

Oklahoma City, OK Miami, FL New York, NY Atlanta, GA

Los Angeles, CA New Orlleanns, LA LA Arlington VA, Columbus OH,

Birmingham AL, Jacksonville, FL. Domestic and Internatiionnal

(888) 873-1714 • www.kelmarglobal.com • Email: info@KelmarGlobal.com 2553 Jackson Keller, Suite 200, San Antonio, TX 78230 © Copyright 2016 Kelmar and Associates #C05785

Texas Pediatric Specialties and Family Sleep Center Recognize John M. Palmer MD Pediatric Pulmonology

Dr. John M. Palmer has been in San Antonio 8 years, with his “Native Texan” wife and two daughters. Dr Palmer has a Specialty Board Certification in Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine, General Pediatrics. Special interests include Asthma, Sleep Disorders, Cystic Fibrosis and Technology Dependent Children.

Professional Memberships Include: Director for the Department of Defense Cystic Fibrosis Center Chief of the Pediatric Subspecialty Clinic at the San Antonio Military Medical Center (SAMMC) John M. Palmer, MD, FAAP Chief of the Pediatric Pulmonary Service at SAMMC Pediatric Pulmonology General Pediatrician for five years and flight surgeon for two years Call for an appointment today!

Dr. Tarak Patel Lesley Vernor Pediatric Pulmonology NP Pediatric Pulmonology Dr. Kelly Smith Dr. Avie Grunspan Pediatric Pulmonology Sleep Medicine Dr. John Palmer Sarah Campana Pediatric Pulmonology NP Sleep Medicine Dr. Carter Richards Pediatric Neurology

Main Locations: Shavano Park, Pond Hill Road Medical Center, Huebner Road

Satellite Locations: New Braunfels, Common Street Westover Hills, Highway 151

www.txmss.com • 210-249-5020

17

SALOCALLOWDOWN.COM

Assisted Living and Memory Care

conveniently located in your community WILDFIRE continues from pg. 16 $10,000 grant from the Texas A&M Forest Service, which spurred the plan’s creation.

In the process of formulating SA Tomorrow, officials took what District 8 Councilman Ron Nirenberg called a “360-degree view of San Antonio.”

District 8 covers the North and Northwest sides where communities, such as The Dominion and near the University of Texas at San Antonio, abut wide, hilly natural areas.

“One of the existential threats has been wildfires because much of the city now extends into areas of open space and brush that could turn into kindling,” Nirenberg said.

In addition to District 8, regions in District 9 including Stone Oak are prone to conflagrations. Municipalities, including Shavano Park, are also taking steps to protect vulnerable properties through programs such as Firewise Communities.

“We’re diligent about protecting our community,” said Shavano Park Fire Chief/Marshal Michael Naughton.

A risk-assessment summary shows land west, northwest and north of San Antonio’s city limits has the highest likelihood of seeing blazes start and escalate.

“I think the wildfire plan, as it relates to the growth of the city and where our resources stack up, (is) a significant step forward,” Nirenberg said.

The Wildland-Urban Interface is where manmade structures and other infrastructure blend with undeveloped wilderness or vegetative fuels.

Accordingly, population growth within these borders greatly increases risks. Studies indicate 79 percent of Texas wildfires occur within

two miles of a community.

The Fire Department reported 83 wildfires from 2007 to October 2015, most caused by what officials call miscellaneous factors, but burning debris — mainly brush — sparked several others.

Local firefighters were extra busy in 2011 when a lengthy drought exacerbated dangerous conditions.

Late last summer, several small blazes originated in Stone Oak. A utility truck accidentally caught fire and sparked a larger wildfire, which reached Stone Oak Parkway and Evans Road. Two days later, a grass fire at nearby Camp Bullis burned 150 acres, but no structures.

“We encourage communities to develop protection plans,” said Logan Scherschel, a Texas A&M Forest Service WUI specialist. Scherschel and his colleagues worked with SAFD to discern high- and low-risk sectors citywide.

“We did risk assessments on each community,” Scherschel said, adding Ashe juniper, often called mountain cedar — prevalent locally — is the biggest potential fuel for a brush fire.

Prolonged arid environs, affecting more than a third of Texas, compound the issue.

Scherschel said newer Northwest Side developments typically feature noncombustible materials. However, older neighborhoods in low-risk parts of town remain ill-equipped.

He noted many characteristics determine how fast and large a brush fire can develop: the density of a community’s tree canopy, proximity of edifices to foliage, and the amount of overgrowth, dead trees and brush.

“Terrain also plays a big factor in

WILDFIRE continues on pg. 18

Serve It Up For Kids Tennis Program Come learn and play tennis in a positive and fun environment. All ages and levels are invited. Parents are welcome to participate in the classes for the same fee as their child. Each program session will consist of four classes from 4:30 to 6 pm. The cost for each session is $60. You can mix days to add up to 4 lessons. If you need a racket, we will have several sizes available for purchase: $12 for 23 and 25 inch rackets and $15 for 27 inch adult size rackets. This price is cheaper than you can buy a racket at any store. The last day of each session is Prize Day where the students get to hit for various prizes! Everyone goes home with a prize! Bring a plastic bag to hold your prizes.

Location: Hunters Creek Swim & Racket Club at 3630 Hunters Circle

SESSION ONE DATES

Mondays: Sept. 12, 19, 26, Oct. 3 Wednesdays: Sept.7, 14, 21, 28

SESSION TWO DATES

Mondays: Oct. 10, 17, 24 Nov. 7 Wednesdays: Oct.5, 12, 19, 26

Rain Make Up Dates: Nov. 2, 14

Contact Shelly at serveitupforkids@gmail.com or visit our webpage at https://sites.google.com/site/serveitupforkids 214-995-3628 by phone or text or via email at serveitupforkids@gmail.com You can also contact Georgie Holmes for info at 210-379-1116

Introducing our new Vibrant Life program!

To optimize health and well-being by passionately promoting a Vibrant Life filled with joyful experiences, meaningful endeavors, and abundant opportunities to connect with family, friends and the local community.

CALL (210)492-4040 TODAY TO SCHEDULE YOUR PRIVATE TOUR 3220 NORTH LOOP 1604 WEST • SHAVANO PARK, TX 78231 WWW.SHAVANOPARKSENIORLIVING.COM

18

SEPT. 12 - OCT. 10, 2016

WILDFIRE continues from pg. 17

Banquet Room Seats Up to 150 First Rate Customer Service In House Catering Customized Menus Hill Country Feel Elegant Setting You’ll never know who you’ll see during Christmas at SilverHorn!

Contact Bryan Ledesma 210-545-5300 BLedesma@SilverhornGolfClub.com

You’re always set for a sitter.

a fire’s behavior. Preheating of a fire happens as it moves upslope,” he added.

Goals of the wildfire-protection plan include ensuring residents’ safety, limiting property loss and promoting maintenance of healthy ecosystems.

“A devastating wildfire can moonscape the landscape and make it difficult (to recover),” said SAFD Wildland Program Coordinator Capt. Brian Stanish.

The plan has numerous objectives, including identifying shelters and safe refuge locations for public evacuations; conducting civic education and awareness about such spots and risk reduction; expanding brush pickups; and working with state and city agencies to decrease fuel on public and private properties.

The protection plan could also help first responders dispel residents’ misconceptions regarding eliminating habitat.

“When people hear of trimming trees, we’re not talking (about) bulldozing them, but to clear the seal,” Stanish said, referring

to creating gaps so wildfires don’t spread.

Another objective in the protection plan is to identify candidates for Firewise Community designation.

The National Fire Protection Association’s program enables cities and neighborhoods — regardless of size — to proactively outline how to reduce residential risks and encourage prevention options among property owners. Communities take five steps to earn Firewise recognition.

There are four local Firewise Communities: Shavano Park, Los Reyes Canyons HOA in Helotes, the Stone Oak subdivision of Big Springs and Leon Valley.

Shavano Park has been a Firewise Community for more than three months.

Naughton said his department disseminates materials showing residents how to remove brush and debris and clear out trees.

Plus, firefighters attend every Shavano Park city event to offer education.

Naughton also said his city maintains strict building standards and code enforcement, which helps augment wildfire prevention.

RETIREMENTRedefined Independent Living Apartments & Cottages

3 FREE Sitter Hours Requires new customers complete family set-up process with College Sitters.

Use promo code THREEFREE.

Making life easier for Moms (it’s what we do).

Whether you have a meeting at school or just need to run errands, we’re the simple solution to your day to day needs.

ADANTELIFE.COM

San Antonio | 210 202 0303 | collegesitters.com

PHONE: 210.493.0101 FAX: 210.493.0102 2702 Cembalo Boulevard, San Antonio, Texas 78230

AL#104864

© 2015 College Nannies and Tutors. Offer good for new customers only. Some exclusions apply. Void where prohibited.

19

SALOCALLOWDOWN.COM SHAVANO PARK continues from pg. 01

Roadshows offer opportunities to ask CPS energy

by BAIN SERNA

S

HAVANO PARK — Residents will have several opportunities to air questions or concerns at public forums in September about the pending installation of controversial CPS Energy smart meters.

The meters, which the utility says replace older analog utility devices with wireless units that save man hours and fuel costs, highlighted the discussion at the City Council meeting Aug. 29.

Some ratepayers in cities where CPS Energy operates have expressed worries about costs and safety related to smart meters.

“Coordination has been made with CPS to hold two town hall meetings regarding the smart-meter initiative,” City Manager Bill Hill said. “The format is basically a presentation by CPS Energy with questions then later directed to subjectmatter experts at tables which will be set up at City Hall council chambers, and (there will) be an opportunity to engage and answer a number of questions.”

Those meetings are 6-8 p.m. Sept.

22 and 10 a.m. to noon Sept. 24 at City Hall, 900 Saddletree Court off of Northwest Military Highway.

“CPS also informed me that there are other community events which may be of interest to citizens of Shavano Park,” Hill said, adding those sessions are called Energy Savings Roadshows. “These sessions provide information regarding the smart-meter initiative, weatherization programs, rebates, demand-response, natural gas, safety and a lot of other things besides smart meters.”

The roadshows are 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Sept. 28 at the Jewish Community Center, 12500 N.W. Military on the Campus of the San Antonio Jewish Community; and 5:307:30 p.m. Oct. 13 at Aggie Park, 6205 West Ave. in Castle Hills.

Also during the council meeting, city leaders acknowledged CPS Energy is honoring their request to delay smart-meter installation until November and December.

Officials are still in discussion with the energy utility about reducing or eliminating the $20 opt-out fee for those who wish to keep their existing analog meters. A CPS Energy spokesman earlier said the fee is needed to pay for the costs of vehicle fuel and sending someone on foot to read the meters.

Some residents also want CPS Energy to use specialized installers to ensure better safety function of the meters.

“This all started in June when the City Council directed the city attorney to (draft) a memorandum advising the City Council of its authority to, by ordinance, limit the smart meter opt-out fee and to require the installation of smart meters under the supervision of a trained journeyman, lineman or a licensed electrician,” Hill told the council.

Living with Alzheimer’s

for Caregivers - Middle Stage Series A Free Dementia Caregiving Program

Conducted by This series will explore planning for the future, care provision and safety issues, how to handle behavioral challenges, medication management, and how to cope as a caregiver.

Come to one or come to all. Call early to RSVP as seating is limited.

You do not have to attend any single part to attend the others. A light supper will be served at all events.

Adult care will be provided by qualified staff. Please ask for this service when making your reservation.

Part 1: September 14 Part 2: Septmeber 28 Part 3: October 12 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm Arden Courts of San Antonio 15290 Huebner Road San Antonio, TX 78231 Co-sponsored by:

Assisted Living Facility ID #100213

Call (210) 408-9100 or e-mail SanAntonio@arden-courts.com to RSVP San Antonio and South Texas Chapter

10552_SanAntonio_4.67x2.5.indd 1

7/6/16 11:04 AM

The St. Luke’s Experience An Admission Preview - October 26, 2016 @ 9 a.m.

RSVP to 210.826.0664 or admission@sles-sa.org Forming confident and faithful scholars, citizens and leaders since 1947.

15 St. Luke’s Lane | San Antonio, TX 78209 | 210.826.0664 | www.sles-sa.org St. Luke’s Episcopal School is accredited by Independent Schools Association of the Southwest and the Southwestern Association of Episcopal Schools.

Leaders In Digestive Health ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS AT ALL LOCATIONS MEDICAL CENTER | STONE OAK | NORTHEAST WESTOVER HILLS - NOW JULY OPEN2016 WESTOVER HILLS - OPENING SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT TODAY! www.gastrousa.com | 210.614.1234

20

SEPT. 12 - OCT. 10, 2016

HAPPENING continues from pg. 07 about spirit animals and more. No registration required. Though free, a $3 donation, or $5 per family, is suggested. For more, call 492-7472.

BEXAR COUNTY MASTER OCT. GARDENERS The association’s 13 directors meet the second Thursday of each month from 4-6 p.m. at 3355 Cherry Ridge St., Suite 208. All members are welcome. For more, visit http://www.bexarmg.org.

WALK FOR A CAUSE Eisenhower Park, 19399 N.W. 15 Military Highway, hosts the San Antonio NF Walk at 9 a.m. (check-in and activities start at 8 a.m.). The community gathering will support the fight against neurofibromatosis, a rare genetic disorder causing tumor growth on nerves. Everyone must register for the open-to-the public event. On-leash dogs are welcome, too. For more including registration information, visit www.nfwalk.org/sanantonio.

OCT.

NEVER TOO OLD TO LEARN East Independent School FALL North District Community Education and Northside Adult & Community Education present two separate programs containing a multitude of enrichment courses for adults and kids. For the former, most classes are taught in NEISD facilities or the district’s Community Learning Center, 8750 Tesoro Drive. For more, visit https://communityed.neisd.net or call Carrie Smith, NEISD Community Education Coordinator, at 401-0140. For the latter, to receive more information regarding course registration, schedules, venues, and costs, visit www.nisd.net/acc.

THIS

STROLLER FITNESS TUESDAYS Fitness in the Park’s Stroller Strides by Fit 4 Mom meets from 9:30-10:30 a.m. at Hardberger Park’s eastern entrance, 13203 Blanco Road. Assemble at the picnic tables. The stroller-based program is intended for mothers of tots. For more including possible cancellations due to inclement weather, call 279-7430.

NORTH STAR MALL WALKERS ONGOING This group of (mainly) seniors enjoys the mall’s pleasant temperatures and smooth flooring to exercise most mornings. Participants gather just before 8 a.m. at the food court, and set off singly or in pairs or groups – it’s unstructured. The activity is free and open to anyone wanting exercise. On Thursdays, walkers gather at the food court from 8-9 a.m. for coffee and a speaker discussing a topic of general interest.

GOODWILL PICKUPS ONGOING Goodwill Industries offers donation pickup services for large amounts of clothing, household items and furniture at Bexar County residences. For more, call 271-8881 or fill out pickup forms available at www. goodwillsa.org/home-pickup-services.

ON THE HORIZON BEYOND HIGH SCHOOL North East Independent 26 School District’s College Night is 6-8 p.m. at Blossom Athletic Center,

OCT.

12002 Jones Maltsberger Road. More than 100 institutions and universities are expected to provide representatives available to visit with students and parents. For more, visit www.neisd.net.

CHRISTMAS CRAFT SALE annual two-day event, 11-12 The sponsored by the Altar Society of St. Gregory the Great Parish, will take place from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 11 and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 12 behind the church at 709 Beryl Drive. Handmade Christmas decorations, wreaths, baby items, dolls, aprons, quilts, jewelry, afghans and baked goodies are just some of the gifts available. Raffle and silent auction, too. Admission and parking are free. For more, call 342-5271.

NOV.

SUBMITTING EVENTS: Email all

the details along with your contact information two months in advance to tips@localcommunitynewscom.

LOCAL IS WHERE YOU ARE LOCAL IS WHAT WE DO

Home Improvement Professionals

Say hello to Mr. Handyman & goodbye to that “TTo-D Do” list!

Mr. Handyman is the most trusted and professional handyman you can call for all your home maintenance and repairs!

$25 OFF

This coupon is valid for $25 worth of services provided by Mr. Handyman.

Offer valid one time per household. Available at participating locations only.

Not valid with any other offer.

OFFER EXPIRES: 12/31/16

210-526-3880

www.mrhandyman.com Local Community News_zone 1_gfcu home equity loans_2016_v2.indd 1

7/15/2016 8:57:00 AM

21

SALOCALLOWDOWN.COM

BUY LOCAL Learn more about newest purveyors of goods and services in your area

Hayward Gaude offers timeless photography

by GABY GALINDO

H

ayward Gaude Photography has moved to a new studio at 555 W. Bitters Road, Suite 109, in the Alley on Bitters.

After Hurricane Katrina in 2005, Hayward Gaude and his wife, Shannon, relocated to San Antonio and eventually started a photography business in 2009.

Their latest spot debuted in April.

Gaude, a photographer, specializes in portraits in fine prints, while his wife handles client relations and marketing.

Together, they work to capture special moments and produce fine art that will last a lifetime, the couple said.

“We’ve learned through our own experiences that preserving special times in families’ and children’s lives is really important,” Shannon Gaude said. “To be able to display that and share it with other people is something that is very valuable.”

Hayward Gaude uses 100 percent cotton papers from Europe for his fine-art prints. Those can last for centuries, given the proper care, the photographer said.

“It’s very important to us that photography not be strictly confined to digital because of the opportunity for loss,” he added. “Even though a

Located in the Alley on Bitters, 555 W. Bitters Road, Hayward Gaude Photography has opened in Suite 109 to offer fine prints. Courtesy photos

lot of photography originates in digital, it’s very, very important that people have fine-art prints.”

“My goal with my photography is to be timeless,” he said. “Photography provides a way to create a legacy that cannot be done any other way. It allows people to create a visual history for their lives.”

The studio also hosts Café la Photographie, a free event held 10-11:30 a.m. the third Wednesday of every month, to share

Skinny Strip center joint offers Asian fusion, Korean favorites Beef bulkogi • Gangnam Style street tacos

Price: $6.50-$8.95 lunch $3.95-$12.95 dinner

CARPET

HARDWOOD

555 W. Bitters Road, Suite 109 For more, call 265-1101 or visit www.haywardgaudephotography.com

NATURAL STONE CERAMIC TILE

LAMINATE

VINYL

SPECIALITY MATERIALS

10 years experience

Equal to, or less than the value of the most expensive entree.

Certified Installers

Hours 11am-9pm Sun-Thur; 11am-10pm Fri-Sat 12651 Vance Jackson, Ste 108 • (210) 558-2018 • facebook.com/kogikoreangrill

Let’s Get Creative!

210-478-0943

HAYWARD GAUDE PHOTOGRAPHY

Northwest San Antonio

Buy Two Entrèes Get Third Entrèe Free

11729 Whisper Valley San Antonio, Texas 78230

photography ideas and advice.

It features refreshments as well as special offers and gifts from surrounding businesses.

Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Monday through Friday, and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday.

• Disney Fine Art • Marvel and DC Fine Art • Star Wars Fine Art

• Chameleon Art Pens • Coloring Books • Art Supplies

Create That Special Room, We Can Help!

Mobile Showroom – You see the samples in your home Turn-Key Custom solution based on your needs National Franchise – Locally O wned and Operated http://nwsanantonio.floorcoveringsinternational.com

Free In-home consultation No Obligation

Call to schedule

210-996-3262

The Kids Are Back In School...

It’s Time For A Myron’s Date Night!

Come Celebrate!

22

SEPT. 12 - OCT. 10, 2016

EAT LOCAL Learn about the newest neighborhood places for breakfast, lunch, dinner or drinks

Best Service - Best Food...Come Taste The Difference!

50% OFF 1 Entrée

1 Coupon per table.

Least expensive meal will be discounted.

Expires 10/15/2016

Not valid with any other promotional offers.

San Antonio Location Only.

Pho Place features several different Vietnamese pho, including the house bowl with steak, brisket, meatballs and tendons with a side of cilantro, basil and bean sprouts. They eatery also feature other authentic Thai and Chinese dishes. Photos by Collette Orquiz

Proudly Serving Prime MILITARY HIGHWAY & WURZBACH PARKWAY MYRONSPRIME.COM | 210-493-3031

LEARN TO DIVE LIKE AN OLYMPIAN Fall

Program Dates: Session 1: September 6-29 Session 2: October 3-27 Session 3: November 1-30 REGISTER online at ww www ww.sanantoniodivers.com w

For more information email info@sanantoniodivers.com

Photographer: Brenda Marafioto

Fast-casual Vietnamese dining offered at Pho Place

by COLLETTE ORQUIZ

W

ith years of restaurant experience to his credit, Pho Place owner Tra Tang wants his recently opened eatery to be the premier destination when folks hunger for Vietnamese soup.

Pho Place debuted a few months ago at 1160 N. Loop 1604 West, Suite 107, and serves up gourmet Vietnamese, Chinese and Thai cuisine in a fast-casual setting, Tang said.

“It’s cozy, it’s nice, it’s clean, it’s fast and it tastes absolutely fantastic. It tastes so good,” Tang said. “I’m not just saying that because it’s my food. I’m saying that because customers say that to me.”

Tang and his family have always worked in the food industry. They’ve had five restaurants over the years, with three of them still serving up eats.

He also worked at Panda Express for six years as a manager and trainer.

Patrons at Pho Place order when they walk in, get a number, grab their own drinks and utensils, and the food is brought to them in five minutes, Tang said.

“The main thing is the speed. It comes out really fast. This is probably the only Vietnamese restaurant that does fast-casual,” Tang said.

Besides pho, other popular dishes are fried rice, pad thai, banh mi and orange chicken. They also have tapioca boba smoothies, Thai tea and Vietnamese iced-milk coffee.

Tang uses fresh ingredients to produce his dishes, he said.

“Come and try, we’ll surprise you,” Tang added.

Hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and closed Sunday.

PHO PLACE 1160 N. Loop 160 West, Suite 107 For more, call 493-2885 or visit myphoplace.com

IT’S FAST AND IT TASTES ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC. TRA TANG, OWNER

1/2 Hour Free With purchase of 1 Hour jump time.

M-F only with this coupon. Expires 9/30/17

Jumping fun for all ages!

Factory Dir Direct rect e Hardwood Flooring Ha ar rdw dwood F loorin ing 6” HARDWOOD FLOORING

$5.99/sq. ft.

$

11075 IH-10 W. Ste. 126

(next to Regal 14 in the Heubner Oaks Shopping Center)

210-697-JUMP (5867) www.AltitudeSA.com

2.99

/sq. ft.

R

R RD

RD

HUEBNE

NCO

281

BLA

1218 W. Bitters Road San Antonio, TX78216

RIVE

DO-NUTS

C

1604

C F

NG

R

Not to be combined with any other offer. Expires OCTOBER 31, 2016.

Limit one coupon per customer, per visit. Valid at 1218 W Bitters Rd.

RI

99¢

with your student ID

ITY FLO

O

CALL TODAY FOR A FREE IN-HOME ESTIMATE NO PAYMENT REQUIRED UNTIL UN N JOB IS COMPLETE

210-593-3358

WWW.RCFHARDWOODS.COM

BIT TE

RS RD

210-492-7900

Life Is Precious, Be PreparedTo Save It! Thank You San Antonio For All Your Support!

Be trained to save the life of a Family Member, Friend, Coworker or Anyone!

3 Classes Available

BLS for Healthcare Heartsaver Providers Pediatric First Aid (DR’s, Nurses, Techs) CPR AED Group Rate is $35/Student, Single Student Slightly Higher.

( Teachers, Coaches, Daycare workers, Lifeguards etc... )

We Bake Fresh For You!

Family & Friends CPR/AED

FREE

Drink & Chips

(General Public)

Group Rate is $25/Student.

Group Rate is $45/Student.

American Heartsaver CPRTraining 210-843-3838

Mac1026@satx.rr.com 33 Years in Healthcare • USAF Desert Storm Vet. We issue American Heart Association Certification cards for our cla asses.

8055 West Ave On the corner of West & Lockhill Selma

210-259-8359

2211 N.W. Military Hwy., Casstle Hills, TX 78213 Mon. - Fri. 7:00am - 6:00pm • Sat. 7:00am - 3:00pm

Castle Hills Farm-To-Market • Every Sunday 9am - 1pm

With Purchase of A La Carte Deli Sandwich Must present this coupon. Not valid with any other offer.

Expiration 10/15/2016. .

www.scuzzisitaliangrill.com

$5.00 OFF GIFT CERTIFICATE

(Towards the minimum purchase of $20.00 on Entrees only) Offer can only be used during Lunch hours dine-in only. Multiple certificates will not be accepted. Expires October 31,2016 * local zone 2

Gluten Free Menu and 600 Calorie & Under Entrees are Available

$10.00 OFF GIFT CERTIFICATE

(Towards the minimum purchase of $30.00 on Entrees only) Offer can only be used during Dinner hours dine-in only. Multiple certificates will not be accepted. Expires October 31,2016 * local zone 2

Scuzzis Italian Grill 4035 North Loop 1604 W. SA,TX 78257 • 210-493-8884

Find more LOCAL deals online at salocallowdown.com

L-2

1 DOZEN Do-Nut Holes

shipleydonutsbitters/blanco

LOCAL DEALS

23

SALOCALLOWDOWN.COM

*****ECR WSS Postal Customer

Principle Alfa Romeo

Prsrt Std US Postage Paid Permit 6450 San Antonio TX

PRINCIPLE FIAT

NOW OPEN • Unparalleled Service • Get Your Vehicle Serviced TODAY - No Appointment Necessary • Master Technicians 2119 NE Interstate 410 Loop | San Antonio, TX 78217 principlealfaromeo.com | principlefiat.com | 210-477-3131

COMMUNITY NEWS

4204 GARDENDALE STE. 201 SAN ANTONIO, TX 78229