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🌱 Search for Lina Khil + WRR Tree Collection + Homeless + SA Zoo

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Happy Tuesday, San Antonio! Here's everything you need to know about what's happening today in town.

First, today's weather:

Mostly sunny and warmer. High: 69 Low: 44.

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Here are the top stories today in San Antonio:

  1. The search continues for missing 3-year-old Lina Khil, who disappeared on Monday, Dec. 20 from Villa Del Cabo apartments, located at the 9400 block of Fredericksburg Road. On Sunday, Jan. 2, The Eagles Flight Advocacy & Outreach organization and people in the Afghan community "joined forces to search for Lina in the greenbelt area behind St. George Maronite Catholic Church on Babcock Road," however, her whereabouts are still unknown. The Islamic Center of San Antonio and Crime Stoppers are offering a $150,000 reward for information "that leads to the arrest of a suspect involved" in Lina's disappearance. Anyone with information is asked to call SAPD's missing person unit at 210-207-7660. (KSAT San Antonio)
  2. Now that the holidays are over, it's time to start thinking of what to do with that dead Christmas tree. Well, why not donate it to Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation (WRR)? They are "accepting donations of untreated, natural Christmas trees to use as enrichment for the animals in their care." Trees can be dropped off from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. at WRR at 1354 Basse Road or at WRR's sanctuary located at 355 Old Blanco Road in Kendalia. For more information and for more tips on what to do with your tree, visit: (mycanyonlake.com)
  3. As temperatures dropped in San Antonio, local organizations and nonprofits worked hard on Sunday, Jan. 2, to get people off the streets and into shelter before the freeze. Valerie Salas, director of Homeless Services for Christian Assistance Ministries (CAM), said, "Not one person is left out in this cold that wants to get out of the freezing weather. As cold as it's going to get (Sunday night) it's going to be painful and threatening to their life." About 80 homeless people were transported to shelters, but unfortunately the majority chose to stay where they were. Those who remained on the streets were given hand warmers, blankets and coats to try and stay warm. The work was made easier thanks to a new app called The Weather Shelter Coalition app, which "was made to ease some of the difficulties the volunteers had faced in last year's winter storm." Alex Fleming, pastor of the Life Restored Church, met with designers to make the app a reality. For more details, please visit: (ksat.com)
  4. In an effort to help "conserve the endangered Puerto Rican toad population, the San Antonio Zoo recently released Puerto Rican Crested Toad Tadpoles into their native habitat." The species, which was thought to be extinct, was discovered "in the Guanica National Forest in the southern portion of the main island." Tim Morrow, Zoo president and CEO, said "Saving Puerto Rican Crested Toads is one of almost 20 research and conservation programs San Antonio Zoo has partnered with to create a global community that loves, engages with, acts for, and protects animals and the places where they live." He added, "We're honored to be a part of this initiative. It's a great testament to this community's dedication to wildlife protection as well as the depth of our abilities." For more information on this wildlife initiative, visit: (mySanAntonio.com)

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Today in San Antonio:

"Nature, Power, and Maya Royals" Event at San Antonio Museum of Art. (10 a.m.)

Holiday Lights on the River Walk. (5:30 p.m.)

Glam Gala Hair and Makeup Artists Celebration at Lambermont Events. (6 p.m.)

Trivia Tuesdays at The Good Kind. (7 p.m.)

ENCORE!! ROSELLA with a Twist! Painting with a Twist-Artisan's Alley Event at ROSELLA Coffee and Wine Bar. (7 p.m.)

SATX Comedy Showcase at Laugh Out Loud San Antonio Comedy Club. (7:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

  • "Double tap to join us in wishing San Antonio Spurs' Doug McDermott a happy birthday!" (Instagram)
  • "Enjoy the twinkling lights along The San Antonio River Walk through Jan. 9! Whether you are enjoying a date night on the river or taking the entire family, it is a magical experience that you do not want to miss: https://bit.ly/3ynlVHb." (Facebook)
  • "Feeling the end of holiday season blues? Start planning a road trip to any of these fantastic places at San Antonio Things to Do!" (Facebook)
  • "Get in touch with history at San Antonio Missions National Park!" (Instagram)
  • "It's San Antonio Rodeo Matinee Madness time, y'all! Buy four tickets to any of our 2022 matinee shows and receive two Rudy's BBQ $10 gift cards! Shop now at the link in our bio." (Instagram)

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— 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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