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Rise and shine, San Antonio! Let's get you all caught up to start this Monday, January 17 off on an informed note. Here's what's going on today in town.

First, today's weather:

Plenty of sunshine. High: 72 Low: 43.

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Here are the top stories today in San Antonio:

  1. Today on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, "most municipal offices will be closed" and although "public safety and emergency services will remain in operations," some city services will close while others will be open. For the complete press release, including details on the city services' holiday schedule, please visit: (Press Release Desk)
  2. Although the local MLK March is cancelled today due to the COVID-19 surge, there are still other ways to honor Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday in San Antonio. One way is by attending the Dakota Artisan Market from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at The Dakota Eastside Icehouse, located at 433 S. Hackberry St., where crafts from local makers will be featured. Another way is by participating in the March History Harvest and sharing photos, stories or documents from past MLK marches. This event, which "started in 1987 and has since grown to become one of the largest in the country," is hosted by the San Antonio African American Community Archive and Museum. To share your story, click HERE and for MLK events' information, visit: (San Antonio Magazine)
  3. The San Antonio Martin Luther King Jr. Commission and Metro Health are having a COVID-19 vaccine and testing pop-up clinic today, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, and no appointment is required. The clinic is being held at the Davis-Scott Family YMCA, located at 1213 Iowa St., from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. For the complete press release, with details on the vaccines and testing sites, please visit: (Press Release Desk)
  4. A new public art project titled "Spheres of Reflection" was recently inaugurated by The City of San Antonio's Department of Arts & Culture at Martin Luther King Park, located at 3503 Martin Luther King Drive. "The 13-foot-sculpture, which rests on a 4-foot-tall foundation, was created by local San Antonio Artist Kaldric Dow and celebrates African American culture." For the complete press release on the artist and his work of art, please visit: (Press Release Desk)
  5. The City of San Antonio Parks and Recreation Department will hold "a public hearing to name the Southside Lions Community Center and Gym to Ramon V. Quintero Community Center, located in City Council District 3, at 3100 Hiawatha Street." The meeting will be held at the Southside Lions Community Center on Tuesday, Jan. 18 at 6 p.m. and you can also see it live streamed here. For the complete press release, including details on Public Comment Opportunities, please visit: (Press Release Desk)
  6. The search continues for 3-year-old Lina Sardar Khil, who disappeared on December 20, almost a month ago. Michael Martin, Community Outreach and Public Relations representative for the Islamic Center of San Antonio, "said Lina's family and their community are trying to stay positive, but after this long, it's only grown to be more difficult." He added, "Based on what we hear from law enforcement, you know they talk about the time frames and the sooner they can get a lead, the sooner they can find some things out, the better." The Islamic Center offered a $100,000 reward for any information and although tips flowed in at the beginning, unfortunately that has changed. On Saturday, Jan. 15, Search and Rescue SATX "was out searching again" and will continue the search next week. If you have any information, please call San Antonio Police Department, the lead agency in the investigation, at (210)207-7660.(KSAT San Antonio)

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Today in San Antonio:

  • Free Classes Today at Honest Soul Yoga and Fitness. (6 a.m.)
  • Acequia Park Bird Walk at Bexar Audubon Society. (8:30 a.m.)
  • Boardroom Salon Hybrid Hiring Event at The Rim Crossing. (9 a.m.)
  • A Virtual Black History Tour: "The MLK March of San Antonio, TX." Online. (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

  • "All San Antonio ISD schools and offices are closed today as we honor the life and transformative work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. His legacy lives on empowering individuals, strengthening communities, and breaking down barriers. #MartinLutherKingJrDay. (Facebook)
  • San Antonio Zoo offers $8 admission Monday in honor of Betty White (ksat.com)." (Facebook)
  • "Discover good finds at your local Goodwill San Antonio! Our Blanco North store has a wide selection of treasures available daily. Open Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Get Directions HERE." (Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Monday off right. See you all tomorrow for another update!

— Gabriela Couvillion

About me: I'm an active mom of two grown sons and lifelong San Antonio resident. I received a BA in Spanish from the University of Texas at San Antonio, and in my free time I immerse myself in creative writing. Thanks for reading Patch, and feel free to reach out if you have any news and happenings you think may appeal to our readers!

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