Shearer Hills/Ridgeview: A hidden gem that converges food and shopping, and navigates countryโs immigration issue
In this episode of Know My Neighborhood, we talk to the people who make Shearer Hills/Ridgeview a mecca for foodies and shopping, and the controversy that comes with being one of the hotspots of the countryโs immigration issue.
Residents frustrated as bike lane project in Shearer Hills/Ridgeview remains stagnant
Community members in the Shearer Hills/Ridgeview community have been asking the City of San Antonio for north-to-south bike lanes for more than a decade. They said it's a life-or-death issue, as they take a chance every time they dare ride along a major road.
Mid-century modern homes are time capsules
Many homes in Shearer Hills/Ridgeview were built in the 1950s and 1960s with a new, fresh style we now call mid-century modern. The homes, with their expansive windows, nearly flat roofs and clean lines are considered architectural gems that evoke a little nostalgia.
History of Shearer Hills reflects San Antonioโs post-war housing boom
Its 1950s and 60s vibe permeates Shearer Hills; it's one of the first developments during San Antonio's post-war building boom. Back then, the area was considered to be outside the city limits. Yet it was created during a time of racial segregation by developer H.J. Shearer, who had a racial covenant in the deed restrictions, a common practice at the time.
Papa's Burgers makes Ridgeview debut with burgers and more
Called Papa's Burgers, the newcomer is located at 6900 San Pedro, Suite 101, in Ridgeview. According to the business's Facebook page, the fast-casual eatery brings "the old fashioned way of doing up burgers and service for a whole new 'Papa's Burgers family' to enjoy!" Papa's Burgers specializes in burgers as well as chicken and fish sandwiches. Caralyne S., who was among the first Yelpers to review the new spot on June 6, wrote, "Awesome burger and customer service. Papa's Burgers is open from 10:30 a.m.3:30 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday, 10:30 a.m.8:30 p.m. on Friday and 11:30 a.m. 8:30 p.m. on Saturday.