NAVAL SUPPORT ACTIVITY SOUDA BAY, Greece (July 8, 2025) Master-at-Arms 3rd Class Cody Munoz, assigned to Naval Support Activity (NSA) Souda Bay, is reenlisted by Lt. j.g. Matthew Whaley, security officer, NSA Souda Bay, on July 8, 2025, onboard NSA Souda Bay, Greece. NSA Souda Bay is an operational ashore installation that enables and supports…
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San Antonio native uses a thermal imaging camera during a drill aboard USS Ralph Johnson
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…
Cypher Crew Lights Up the Tokyo Night Festival, Dancing with Fierce Character
San Antonio Dance Team Shines in Houston K-pop/J-pop Competition Tokyo X presents a collaboration with Soundbox Dance Studios, featuring a K-pop and J-pop dance competition for the first time. The event took place at the NRG Center in Houston, Texas, on June 15th and drew attention from across the globe as judges flew in from…
President Donald J. Trump Approves Major Disaster Declaration for Texas
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…
Sailors aboard the USS John Finn conduct a visit, board, search and seizure drill in the Philippine Sea
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…
Non-stop Rodeos, Free Hot Dogs, Dwarf Wrestling and Pet Parades – a Wild West 4th of July Celebration Only in Bandera Texas, the Cowboy Capital of the World
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…
San Antonio native participates in a small arms qualification aboard USS Tripoli
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.
Sip Into Summer: Whataburger® Debuts New Prickly Pear Raspberry Whatafresher™ — Tangy, Tantalizing and Totally Refreshing
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….
Bandera native serves with U.S. Navy during multi-national exercise in the Baltic Sea
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…
San Antonio native defends America from under the sea
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…