Traci Collie, a math teacher at Spring Branch Middle School, won the KENS 5 EXCEL Award for her innovative teaching methods and received a $1,000 prize.

San Antonio, Texas, has become particularly popular with the Gen Z demographic, with approximately 19,000 young people moving there. Growth in the area is challenging local infrastructure, with concerns over perpetual construction on I-35.

The new upscale H-E-B store in the Boerne area near San Antonio is set to open on March 6, featuring a 104,000-square-foot space as part of the Lemon Creek Ranch development.

The Dry Dock Oyster Bar in San Antonio has been closed due to unpaid rent after serving seafood for over 40 years, with a plan to possibly reopen later in the month.

Teamsters Local 997 strikes at Molson Coors in Fort Worth for better pay and benefits, following the company's profitable quarter. Molson Coors is prepared with contingency plans.

Central Texans increasingly opt for in-home pet end-of-life care, with services like Lap of Love providing comfort for pets like Hurley. Meanwhile, organizations strive to find homes for shelter animals like Zani, a dog awaiting adoption at LAWS.

NEISD in San Antonio is enhancing door safety protocols and remaining vigilant to ensure student safety, having spent $2.5 million on security devices.

The Ella Austin Community Center in San Antonio provides various social services and has incorporated a mental health program to combat stigma and support communities of color.

Bandera ISD will implement a four-day school week to address teacher shortages, student burnout, and budgetary issues, starting in the 2024-25 school year.

A search for missing girl Lina Sardar Khil in San Antonio yielded no results, despite a tip from an inmate. The investigation continues with a $250,000 reward for information.

The article highlights the vibrant community and new businesses in San Antonio's Deco District, noting the area's unique character, mix of old and new establishments, and the sense of community among residents.

Radio host Lisa Lopez-Galvan died in a mass shooting after the Kansas City Chiefs' Super Bowl parade; two teens are in custody. She was a prominent figure in the Tejano music community.

The article covers the challenges faced by America's unpaid family caregivers, emphasizing their financial struggles, isolation, and lack of resources, particularly for those caring for someone with dementia.