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Hello again, friends! It's me, Gabriela Cantu Couvillion, your host of the San Antonio Daily. Keep reading for everything you need to know about what's going on around town...

First, today's weather:

Cloudy. High: 94 Low: 73.

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Here are the top stories in San Antonio today:

  1. According to a report by Tech Bloc and Port San Antonio, "San Antonio's information technology industry generates an annual economic impact of nearly $11 billion and employs 48,000 people." Trinity University Professors Emeriti Richard Butler and Mary Stefl" did most of the research. The information was "based on the most recent workforce and economic data available through the end of 2021 from the Texas Workforce Commission and other sources." For the full report, please visit: (KSAT San Antonio)
  2. Dunnhumby eCommerce Retailer Preference Index ranked San Antonio-based H-E-B "the top online grocery retailer," followed by Amazon and Amazon Fresh, among others. The ranking was based "on customer preference drivers of owned digital asset usage, ease and reliability, substitutes, products, and price." Grant Steadman, president of Dunnhumby, said, "H-E-B's impressive performance proves that it's possible to compete and win against Amazon when it comes to grocery e-commerce. Their success offers midsize and regional retailers a road map on how to succeed online." (mySA)
  3. According to 'Fortune' magazine and Great Place to Work, "some of the state's top employers to work for are right here in San Antonio." Top employers were chosen from two categories: "small and midsize employers, and large employers." Local special education services provider, AIM, "ranked No. 7 on the small and midsize employers list." The large employers list included San Antonio's NuStar Energy, which ranked No. 12, and USAA at No. 15. For the full list of "the Best Companies to Work For in 2022" visit: (culturemap.com)
  4. Despite the ragged state of San Antonio's "Miraflores" park on Broadway and Hildebrand, the 5-acre area "is breathtaking and magical, and the man who created it remains one of Texas' most mysterious characters." Dr. Aureliano Urrutia was "one of the best doctors in the city," and his property built in 1921 was originally on 15 acres. His great-granddaughter, Anne Elise Urrutia, wrote a book titled "Miraflores: San Antonio's Mexican Garden of Memory" from Trinity Press. UTSA Honors College teacher John Phillip Santos said, "The daring and the audacity that Urrutia brought to this story is really kind of unparalleled. I'm hoping Elise's book is going to help spark a renewal of curiosity about this legacy." (Texas Public Radio)
  5. Fourth of July is right around the corner, and there are many fun events taking place in San Antonio to celebrate Independence Day! From "firework shows to free outdoor movies and more," there will be a lot going on during that holiday! For a list with details of "8 fun things to do in San Antonio this Fourth of July weekend" visit: (San Antonio Magazine)

Today in San Antonio:

From my notebook:

  • "San Antonio's own Matthew Cardone will hang up his gloves after Saturday's match. Thank you for always representing our community and soccer in the Alamo City. We can't wait to see how you succeed in the next stage of your life." (San Antonio FC via Instagram)
  • "The Center for Conservation and Research at San Antonio Zoo is thrilled to announce another successful Texas horned lizard hatching, the first of many expected clutches of the season. These Texas horned lizards will be released into the wild in the fall. " (San Antonio Zoo via Instagram)
  • "Update on Bonnie from San Antonio Pets Alive! Beautiful blue-eyed Bonnie has made great strides this week! She has gained weight and now weighs 8.9 lbs! She has warmed up to her fosters and is learning to trust again. We were relieved her distemper test came back negative. She is getting treated for some other illnesses and will hopefully continue to feel better each day. Big victories for our little fighter, Bonnie!" (San Antonio Pets Alive! via Instagram)
  • "Plan your Saturday and join the festival vibes for Jungle Boogie Nights: Zoochella, our family-friendly wild twist on the California-based Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival, at the San Antonio Zoo! We'll be open late until 9 p.m. for a day packed full of music with interactive performances, live bands, DJs, dance parties, and free giveaways! Visit our website for more information at sazoo.org." (San Antonio Zoo via Instagram)
  • "Grab your red, white and blue and celebrate the armed forces at the Armed Forces River Parade on Saturday, July 2. This event is fun for the whole family! Details at https://bit.ly/37l0tsM." (The San Antonio River Walk via Facebook)

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— Gabriela Cantu 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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