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🌱 SA Ranked No. 1 'Solar Superstar' + New 'Chelada Nada' Brew + Tacos

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Good morning, San Antonio! It's Saturday, so let's get you started with everything you need to know going on today in San Antonio.

First, today's weather:

Morning sprinkles; windy. High: 86 Low: 70.

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Here are the top stories in San Antonio today:

  1. According to a report titled "Shining Cities: The Top U.S. Cities for Solar Energy," written "by the Environment Texas Research and Policy Center," San Antonio is "No. 1 in Texas and No. 5 in the nation for solar energy." The ranking designates "San Antonio a 'Solar Superstar' — which means it has 100 or more watts of solar photovoltaic capacity installed per capita." According to Rudy Garza, interim president and CEO of CPS Energy, "the (Solar Superstar) designation speaks volumes about the work we have done as a community to make San Antonio a leader in the clean energy space." Luke Metzger, executive director of Environment Texas, said, "San Antonio is setting the pace statewide when it comes to solar adoption, and the 'Solar Superstar' designation shows how much progress Texas has made in the past few years." For more information visit: (KSAT San Antonio)
  2. Athletic Brewing Co. and ARRIBA bottled michelada mix now have a canned version of "Michelada" called "Chelada Nada," which is a combination "of a tomato- and seafood-laden michelada with Athletic Brewing's beer" but without the alcohol. The new brew "will be available at "Total Wine, H-E-B and Whole Foods stores" starting Wednesday, April 27, and will cost $13.99 per six-pack. For more details please visit: (San Antonio Current)
  3. After a 2-year pause due to the COVID-19 pandemic, "Taco Fest: Music Y Más" is returning to San Antonio next month, but at a new location and with "performances by South Texas musical heavyweights including Santiago Jimenez Jr., El Dusty, FEA and others." This year's event will be held at Travis Park downtown on Saturday, May 14. Besides the live music performances, the event "will feature tacos from dozens of beloved area restaurants, taquerias and food trucks plus cooking demonstrations, storytelling and an expanded children's area." Taco Fest programmer Jim Mendiola said, "San Antonio understands that tacos are more than just food, they're a way of life." He added, "The culmination of taco mastery, music and culture that exists at Taco Fest is truly something special, and we are thrilled to bring the third annual event to the heart of downtown at Travis Park." Limited general admission tickets are available now for $20, as well as VIP tickets for Taco Fest at $60, which "include access to a cantina lounge, vouchers for tacos, drink tickets and exclusive cocktails," and children under 10 are free when accompanied by a ticketed adult. Part of the proceeds from Taco Fest "will benefit SATX Inner City Development, a local nonprofit that supports the needs of Westside neighborhoods." For more event details visit: (San Antonio Current)

Today in San Antonio:

From my notebook:

  • "April is Autism Appreciation Month! The San Antonio Zoo greatly appreciates its autistic team members, guests, and their families. While autism greatly varies from person to person, autism, or autism spectrum disorder (ASD), refers to a broad range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech and nonverbal communication. According to the Centers for Disease Control, autism affects an estimated 1 in 44 children in the United States today. Understanding more about ASD can help you better understand the individuals who are living with it. Visit @nationalautism for stories, resources, and advocacy tools." (Instagram)
  • "Planning a date night? Take them to the San Antonio River Walk for delicious eats, a beautiful atmosphere and a night that will be unforgettable! Details at https://bit.ly/3gD3eax." (Facebook)
  • "San Antonio Pets Alive! needs your help! They are completely out of newspaper! Please visit any one of their locations to drop off your newspaper donations. Locations include Building One Rescue Center at Animal Care Services (4710 Highway 151), Petco Love Adoption Center (6001 NW Loop 410, Ste. 103), and Medical Care Center (9107 Marbach Road, Ste. 109)." (Instagram)
  • "Visit the Culture Commons gallery and view artistic works by a diverse group of 15 local women artists in the 'Status of Women in San Antonio: Reflections in The Pursuit of Gender Equality.' Their reflections are a must-see during your visit! Details at https://bit.ly/35KSVPS." (Facebook)

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That's it for today! See you tomorrow for your next 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 that you think may appeal to our readers!

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