San Antonio exhibit highlights rancheras’ overlooked role in the American Revolution
Read full article: San Antonio exhibit highlights rancheras’ overlooked role in the American RevolutionA new exhibit at the City of San Antonio’s Special Collections Museum is highlighting the often-overlooked role women played in shaping early Texas and supporting the American Revolution.
America250: Spanish Governor’s Palace offers glimpse into San Antonio’s overlooked role in America’s founding
Read full article: America250: Spanish Governor’s Palace offers glimpse into San Antonio’s overlooked role in America’s foundingNestled in the heart of downtown, the Spanish Governor’s Palace stands as one of San Antonio’s oldest surviving landmarks and a reminder that South Texas played a key role in the nation’s fight for independence.
America’s military aviation legacy took flight in San Antonio
Read full article: America’s military aviation legacy took flight in San AntonioEfforts to defend the nation’s airspace can be traced back to San Antonio and Fort Sam Houston, which is considered the birthplace of America’s military aviation.
Fireworks Field Guide: How to keep your family, pets safe this Fourth of July
Read full article: Fireworks Field Guide: How to keep your family, pets safe this Fourth of JulyLocal officials are urging people to take safety precautions to protect themselves, their families and their pets ahead of America's 250th anniversary.
Fireworks stands see strong sales as families prepare to celebrate America’s 250th birthday
Read full article: Fireworks stands see strong sales as families prepare to celebrate America’s 250th birthdayFireworks stands saw strong sales ahead of the Fourth of July weekend as families prepared to celebrate America’s 250th birthday.
America250: Descendants of Revolutionary War supporters keep South Texas history alive
Read full article: America250: Descendants of Revolutionary War supporters keep South Texas history aliveAs the nation celebrates the 250th anniversary of signing the Declaration of Independence, members of the Sons of the American Revolution in San Antonio are highlighting the often-overlooked role South Texas played in helping the United States win its independence.
RBFCU launches ‘Stars, Stripes & Service’ drive to fight hunger across Texas
Read full article: RBFCU launches ‘Stars, Stripes & Service’ drive to fight hunger across TexasRandolph-Brooks Federal Credit Union will launch Stars, Stripes & Service, a statewide food drive running July 1-24, 2026, to help families facing food insecurity across Texas.
New initiative aims to help descendants of San Antonio Missions uncover Indigenous roots
Read full article: New initiative aims to help descendants of San Antonio Missions uncover Indigenous rootsA local organization is launching an effort to help people discover whether they are descendants of the Indigenous communities that helped build San Antonio’s historic missions.
Daughters of the American Revolution members preserve history, honor veterans in San Antonio
Read full article: Daughters of the American Revolution members preserve history, honor veterans in San AntonioAs the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, members of the Daughters of the American Revolution in San Antonio are honoring their ancestors while continuing a mission of education, patriotism and community service.
How The Alamo became one of the most defining sites in U.S. history
Read full article: How The Alamo became one of the most defining sites in U.S. historyAs America approaches its 250th birthday, few places demonstrate the sacrifice that helped shape the nation like The Alamo, which has become a symbol of courage, resilience and the fight for freedom.
Bexar County’s hidden role in the American Revolution highlighted ahead of country’s 250th anniversary
Read full article: Bexar County’s hidden role in the American Revolution highlighted ahead of country’s 250th anniversaryAs America prepares to celebrate 250 years, local leaders are working to highlight a part of the Revolutionary story many people may not know — Bexar County’s role in the fight for independence.
Texas’ oldest VFW post keeps veterans connected as America nears 250 years
Read full article: Texas’ oldest VFW post keeps veterans connected as America nears 250 yearsAs America prepares to celebrate 250 years of freedom, one piece of that history is still alive inside Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 76 — the oldest VFW post in Texas.
They established Texas’ first civilian government. How San Antonians are keeping those ancestors’ memories alive.
Read full article: They established Texas’ first civilian government. How San Antonians are keeping those ancestors’ memories alive.Nearly 300 years ago, 16 families traveled thousands of miles from the Canary Islands to present-day San Antonio.
San Antonio flag company helping America celebrate 250 years of pride, patriotism
Read full article: San Antonio flag company helping America celebrate 250 years of pride, patriotismAs America prepares to celebrate 250 years, one San Antonio company is helping the country show its pride — one flag at a time.