🌱 Search for Lina Khil + Events + Tamale Tree + Ella Enchanted

Good day, people of San Antonio! Gabriela Couvillion here with a brand-new edition of the San Antonio Daily.

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First, today's weather:

Partly sunny and very warm. High: 80 Low: 59.

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Here are the top stories today in San Antonio:

1. The search for missing 3-year-old Lina Sardar Khil continues, as San Antonio police and the FBI continue their efforts to locate her." The child disappeared on Monday evening at the Villas Del Cabo complex in the 9400 block of Fredericksburg Road and "was last seen wearing a black jacket, red dress and black shoes." Police are treating this as a missing person case, and not as an abduction. Here's everything we know so far: (KSAT San Antonio)
2. If you're looking for things to do this holiday weekend with family, friends and out of town guests, there are several events taking place in San Antonio. "Don't miss what's new on your San Antonio Patch community calendar." Here's a list of some fun events taking place in the Alamo City this weekend: (San Antonio Patch)
3. "Holy tamale!" An HEB grocery store located on 1604 and Blanco features a holiday display that is sure "to put you in the tamalada spirit!" The display is a Christmas tree made out of corn husks, topped with a Santa Claus hat, and placed near small pouches of masa! A store representative said, "It ended up being a team project. We just wanted to showcase the Christmas spirit. We had a huge tamale display, and that's sort of how the whole thing came about." No matter how it came about, but one thing is for sure! The display "is a monument to the popular holiday treat." Check it out: (mySA)
4. The Magik Theatre cancelled the rest of the 'Ella Enchanted' shows scheduled through December 24 due to a positive case of COVID-19. Per Magik Theater representatives, you should have received a call from the box office with instructions, but please contact them for any questions and further updates. (mySanAntonio.com)

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Today in San Antonio:

• Zoo Lights at the San Antonio Zoo. (Noon)
• Cooking Together and Forming Bonds at North San Antonio Chamber of Commerce. (4 p.m.)
• Nick Zamora Country Music Artist at The Rustic at La Cantera. (6 p.m.)
• Old West Christmas Light Fest 2021 at Enchanted Springs Ranch in Boerne. (6 p.m.)
• Holiday Light Displays in San Antonio at Various Locations in Town. (6 p.m.)

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From my notebook:

• "San Antonio Police Department's Police Chief William McManus provides an update on missing child." (Facebook)
• "Definitely a moment to remember forever! Academy Sports + Outdoors assisted San Antonio Spurs' Tre, Coyote and the Spurs Hype Squad to surprise three families with gifts and a night full of holiday fun at Travis Park!" (Instagram)
• "Christmas Day is around the corner and we have you covered with a comprehensive guide, including San Antonio things to do, places to eat and more!" (Facebook)
• "Ring in 2022 with a rooftop view of the fireworks at the Hyatt Regency San Antonio on the San Antonio River Walk! An elegant evening to enjoy hors d'oeuvres, a full top-shelf open bar and party favors in a private venue along with exclusive rooftop access. Tickets available now at: https://bit.ly/3298z5k." (Facebook)

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Alrighty, you're all good for today! I'll see you around.

— 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!