Lifestyle, Traveling, and Texas Latin Cultural
Fireman Apprentice Adolfo Madrid from San Antonio, Texas, uses a thermal imaging camera (TIC) during a damage control drill aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Ralph Johnson (DDG 114) while operating in the Indian Ocean, July 8. Ralph Johnson is forward deployed and assigned to Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s largest DESRON and…
WASHINGTON — FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Texas to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, straight-line winds and flooding from July 2, 2025, and continuing. The President’s action makes federal funding available to affected individuals in Kerr County. Assistance can include grants for temporary housing and…
Kerrville, Texas. – Operation BBQ Relief (OBR), a much-loved nonprofit founded by big-hearted Kansas City pitmasters, is returning to Texas to provide BBQ, comfort, and a sense of normalcy to all those impacted by the catastrophic flooding. This marks OBR’s 15th deployment to Texas since 2012. In the 14 prior deployments, the organization provided more than…
Cryptologic Technician (Technical) Chief Petty Officer Nick Lynch, from San Antonio, Texas, dons a bullet proof vest during a visit, board, search and seizure drill aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS John Finn (DDG 113) in the Philippine Sea, June 27. John Finn is forward-deployed and assigned to Destroyer Squadron (DESRON) 15, the Navy’s…
BANDERA, TEXAS – (June 27, 2025] – Get ready for a rip-roarin’ good time this Independence Day as Bandera, Texas, the Cowboy Capital of the World, pulls out all the stops for an unforgettable 4th of July celebration! From thrilling rodeo action to a charming pet parade and even a unique wrestling spectacle, there’s something for…
Aviation Boatswain’s Mate (Aircraft Handling) 3rd Class Christopher Everett, from San Antonio, shoots an M18 pistol during a gun shoot aboard amphibious assault carrier USS Tripoli (LHA 7), June 5, 2025. Tripoli is currently underway in the Pacific Ocean forward deploying to Sasebo, Japan as part of a scheduled rotation of force in the Pacific.
SAN ANTONIO, June 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Whataburger fans, summer just got a whole lot fresher. Introducing Whatafreshers – a new line of premium craft beverages designed to bring the temperatures down while unleashing serious flavor. First to make a splash? The Prickly Pear Raspberry Whatafresher – a vibrant, sun-soaked swirl with all the flair of the Southwest….
MILLINGTON, Tenn. – Petty Officer 1st Class Kevin Martinez, a native of Bandera, Texas, serves the U.S. Navy assigned to Naval Construction Battalion (NCB) 14, which is participating in Baltic Operations (BALTOPS) 2025 in northeastern Europe. This multi-national exercise runs from June 5 to 20. Martinez graduated from Bandera High School in 2005. Additionally, Martinez…
KINGS BAY, Ga. – Petty Officer 2nd Class Eric Badillo, a native of San Antonio, Texas, serves the U.S. Navy assigned to USS West Virginia, homeported at Naval Submarine Base Kings Bay. As a submariner, Badillo is part of a small percentage of Navy personnel continuing a 125-year tradition of service under the sea to…
KELLER, Texas, June 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Texans, your freezer just got a gut-health glow-up! Wild About Mixmi®, the frozen yogurt that puts the fun in functional food, is now available in more than 280 H-E-B stores statewide. Each creamy, crave-worthy cup of Mixmi is loaded with prebiotic fiber and over ONE BILLION probiotics—turning every shopper into a…