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North San Antonio Edition VOLUME 4, ISSUE 10 JULY 22 AUG. 20, 2025
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Urban vibe comes to Stone Oak INSIDE 14 Upcoming mixed-use development Providence by the Green to foster new community hub
Providence by the Green, a development coming soon to Stone Oak, will feature new retail and dining options overlooking the Canyon Springs Golf Course.
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• Opened May 16 • 2339 E. Evans Road, Ste. 103, San Antonio • www.pingssichuankitchen.com 4 Cremations of America The business offers cremation services and grief resources. • Opened April 1 • 19141 Stone Oak Parkway, Ste. 102, San Antonio • www.cremationsofamerica.com 5 Slim Chickens The fast-food restaurant serves chicken tenders and wings. • Opened June 9 • 7022 N. Loop 1604 E., San Antonio • www.slimchickens.com Rise Up Youth, Inc. The nonprofit aims to provide children with more access to self-defense classes and learning opportunities. • Opened in March • Serves Bexar and surrounding counties • Instagram: riseupyouth2025 6 Nova Head Spa The business will offer scalp treatments, cranial massages and facial cleanses. • Opened July 9 • 20323 Huebner Road, Ste. 105, San Antonio • www.novaheadspa.com
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7 Kennedy’s Barbershop The barbershop will offer studio-style cuts, lineups, shaves and beard trims. • Opening mid-July • 19179 Blanco Road, Ste. 111, San Antonio • www.kennedysbarbershop.com 8 Black Rock Coffee The shop specializes in classic coffees and specialty drinks.
2 Burger King The nationwide fast food chain sells burgers and breakfast items. • Opened June 17 • 18030 Wurzbach Parkway, San Antonio • www.bk.com 3 Ping’s Sinchuan Kitchen The Chinese restaurant serves classic Sichuan dishes.
Now open
1 Duck & Dumpling The restaurant offers a wide range of Chinese cuisine, including soup, boiled or steamed dumplings. • Opened May 19 • 3003 Thousand Oaks Drive, San Antonio • www.duckndumplingtx.com
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12 Morgan’s Hotel The hotel broke ground in North San Antonio on June 12. • 18211 Wurzbach Parkway, San Antonio • www.morganshotelsa.com 13 TruLight 127 Ministries The nonprofit, which serves foster families and children in the San Antonio area, celebrated its 10th anniversary in June. • 3925 Linne Road, Seguin • linktr.ee/trulight127
• Opening late 2025 • 20147 Stone Oak Parkway, San Antonio • www.br.coffee 9 Crust Pizza The Texas-based pizzeria will offer a variety of appetizers, pizzas and pastas. • Opening late 2025 • 20135 Stone Oak Parkway, San Antonio • www.crustpizzaco.com
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10 Walmart The store reopened June 13 after receiving renovations that included improved signage and upgraded freezers. • 5555 De Zavala Road, San Antonio • www.walmart.com 11 The Dominion Country Club The clubhouse, members-only dining area, the bar and lounge were upgraded, club officials said in a news release. • 1 Dominion Drive, San Antonio • www.the-dominion.com
Closings
15 Fatburger The fast casual restaurant serves chicken sandwiches, turkey burgers, a variety of buffalo wings, such as sweet bourbon BBQ, coconut jerk and honey garlic, milkshakes, fries and onion rings. • Opening November • 4250 TPC Parkway, Ste. 101, San Antonio • www.fatburger.com
14 The Look Furniture The furniture store sold home decor and Hill Country- themed furniture. • Closing end of July
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BY PARKS KUGLE
O cials break ground on VIA Green Line On June 13, city and VIA Metropolitan Transit o cials held a groundbreaking ceremony for the Advanced Rapid Transit Green Line, which will run from Roosevelt Avenue to Isom Road. The overview In a ceremony held at the Roosevelt Park Clubhouse, city and VIA o cials celebrated plans to begin construction in July, which will consist of utility adjustments, such as moving utility poles and re hydrants. During the ceremony, former Mayor Ron Nirenberg said the VIA ART system would be a transformative project that would change the way San Antonians approach transportation. “The project will link major employment centers and enhance access for thousands of residents, create true economic impact and opportunity in our city,” Nirenberg said. Construction will be broken into segments to help streamline the process, and VIA will provide at least 30 days’ notice before construction begins in each segment. Shavano Park renews waste contract Shavano Park City Council renewed its solid waste and recycling services contract with Republic Services on June 23. What you need to know Curtis Leeth, Shavano Park assistant city manager, said contract renewal was due, which lowered the monthly cost for resi- dents from $34.11 to $29.93 . The decision also factored in results following a residential satisfaction survey. Although 78% of respondents believe the current recycling program was e ective, 60% said they wanted more household hazardous waste pickups. To deal with the lack of household hazard- ous waste pickup, the council voted to add a household hazardous waste pickup for an additional $1.31 per month per customer.
Bexar County OKs $4.31M in grants
Bexar County Commissioners Court considered funding 14 projects using three grants from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development on June 24. In a nutshell The funds are geared toward expanding economic opportunities for low-to-moderate income people, a ordable housing and assisting individuals who are homeless or at risk of homelessness regain housing stability.
The VIA Advanced Rapid Transit system will be similar to a light rail.
Segment 1: Steves Avenue to Roosevelt Avenue • Underground and overhead utility relocations around new stations and intersections • Temporary sidewalk and concrete/asphalt roadway patching where needed • Potential sidewalk and curb/driveway reconstruction
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Hollywood Park to contract new tow service On June 17, Hollywood Park City Council authorized Mayor Chester Drash and city sta to negotiate and execute a contract with Texas Towing, which will handle towing services for the city. The gist The town received requests for proposals from Creswell’s Wrecker Service, Johnny’s Wrecker Service and Texas Towing. Prior to recommending Texas Towing, city o cials: • Reviewed required licenses and insurance coverages • Reviewed records of driver training and drug screenings • Reviewed phone or in-person interviews with each tow provider
Texas Towing services has: Over 40 trucks 60 licensed operators A vehicle storage facility in San Antonio A minimum of 12 trucks deployed in the area during the day and eight at night, with on-call operators in case of an emergency
SOURCE: CITY OF HOLLYWOOD PARK COMMUNITY IMPACT
• Reviewed service capabilities and capacities The new contract will increase the city’s revenue share and provide no-cost towing for city vehicles up to a certain limit. Texas Towing also has a proven track record with other cities of comparable size, such as Alamo Heights and Shavano Park. Stay tuned If Mayor Drash and city o cials are unable to negotiate a satisfactory contract with Texas Towing, City Council authorized them to seek a contract with Johnny’s Wrecker Service.
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Transportation
BY PARKS KUGLE
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4 I-35 Northeast Expansion south project Project: TxDOT is expanding approximately 20 miles of I-35 from North Walters Street to FM 11032 in Bexar County. Phase 1 of the I-35 NEX south project includes designing, constructing and maintenance of 4.2 miles of non-tolled improvements along I-35 and runs through northeast San Antonio and adjacent roadways to Windcrest in Bexar County. Update: According to the TxDOT website, work includes the construction of three elevated lanes, including two mainlanes and one high-occupancy vehicle in each direction. • Timeline: Summer 2024-2028. • Cost: $700 million • Funding source: Federal and state funds estimated to be completed in 2026. Construction from US 281 to Redland Road is estimated to be completed in 2027. • Timeline: 2021-2027 • Cost: $497 million (segments mentioned above) • Funding source: Federal and state funds
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3 Vance Jackson Road (Huebner Road to Wurzbach Road) project Project: Part of the city of San Antonio’s 2022-2027 bond program, work includes a series of roadway improvements, such as adding a consistent two-way center turn lane, building improved sidewalks and a shared-use-path and installing underground drainage to low-water-crossings. Update: The project is currently in the design phase and is estimated to begin construction in 2027 • Timeline: winter 2027-fall 2028 • Cost: $16.40 million • Funding source: 2022-2027 bond program
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1 Sonterra Boulevard Extension project Project: Part of the city of San Antonio’s 2022-2027 bond program, work includes widening the road into a four-lane roadway that leads to Loop 1604. Additional upgrades include a raised center median; roadway lighting in the median; a 6-foot sidewalk; a 12-foot shared-use path; two 11-foot left lanes; and two 12-foot right lanes. Update: According to city documents, construction workers have completed the first layer of asphalt and begun flatwork for Phase 1, and constructed the roundabout, sidewalks and shared-use path. • Timeline: summer 2024-summer 2025 • Cost: $6.3 million • Funding source: 2022-2027 bond program
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Events
BY ANDREW CREELMAN
July
First Timer’s Land Bridge Hike The Phil Hardberger Park Conservancy is hosting a morning hike for beginners, a two-hour excursion that will teach participants about the area’s ecology and the importance of the Robert L.B. Tobin Land Bridge. • July 29, 8:30-10:30 a.m. • Free • Salado Outdoor Classroom, 13203 Blanco Road, San Antonio • www.philhardbergerpark.org/calendar-events
August
Hike the McNay Go to the McNay Art Museum to experience a unique hiking tour of the grounds. On each stop, participants will partake in drawing, sketching or mindfulness activities. • Aug. 2, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. • $10-45 (based on membership) • 6000 N. New Braunfels Ave., San Antonio • www.mcnayart.org
Oddities and Curiosities Expo Find all things bizarre and out of the ordinary at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center. Vendors and artists will showcase eclectic antiques and jewelry along with workshops and classes for attendees. • Aug. 2-3, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. • $23 (admission) • Henry B. González Convention Center, 900 E. Market St., San Antonio • www.odditiesandcuriositiesexpo.com
2YD Toys Expo Catch a showcase of all things toys, comics and cards at the Rolling Oaks Mall. Vintage action figures, dolls and props will be on display and for sale. • Aug. 2-3, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. • Free • Rolling Oaks Mall, 6909 N. Loop 1604 E., San Antonio • www.facebook.com/2ydtoysexpo 1st Annual San Antonio’s BBQ Festival The festival will have barbecue and drinks from local vendors, food trucks, restaurants and chefs, plus a lineup of live music and unlimited tastings. • Aug. 10, 3-7 p.m. • $23 (admission) • The Social Spot, 930 Broadway St., San Antonio • www.facebook.com/sabbqfest
2nd Annual Alamo Delta Waterfowl Banquet This banquet will showcase what the waterfowling world has to offer with dinner, networking and entertainment. Auctions and raffles for gear and hunting supplies will be held and youth tickets are $10. • Aug. 22, 6 p.m. • $65 (admission) • Christopher Hall, 1602 Thousand Oaks Drive, San Antonio • www.deltawaterfowl.org Back to School Supply Drive Get to the base of the Tower of the Americas for a back-to-school supply drive. Items include backpacks, notebooks, binders, crayons, pencils, glue, erasers and more. All donations go to local students in need.
• August 23, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. • Free • 739 E. César E. Chávez Blvd., San Antonio • www.toweroftheamericas.com
Run for Mental Health 5K/10K/ Half Marathon
Durango Fest Head to this live music and entertainment festival at the El Corona Event Center to see live performances from an array of definitive bands and artists of the Mexican Duranguense scene. • August 23, 9 p.m. • $60 (admission) • El Corona Event Center, 7535 W. Hwy. 90, San Antonio • www.eventmania.com
Head to Lady Bird Johnson Park to compete in either a 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon for awareness towards mental health needs. The race is laid-back, self-timed and on a flat course. • Aug. 16, 7:30-11:30 a.m. • $37-$45 (tickets) • Lady Bird Johnson Park,
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Real estate
BY PARKS KUGLE
Home edition
2025
Readers, welcome to your annual CI Home Edition.
Learn more about maintaining upcoming developments in this special guide. The current population in Bexar County sits at around 2 million people, and is projected to increase by more than 1.1 million people by 2040, according to data from the county. With population growth comes changes to the local real estate market and new developments. In this edition, learn more about local real estate trends and how unique developments—like Providence by the Green—are moving into North San Antonio. This guide also includes information on how to utilize sustainable landscaping practices and a local nonpro t that gives back to veterans.
In this Home edition, we share stories about new developments in the area and tips on xeriscaping, which could also earn you rebates. In addition, we share a story about a non-pro t called Military Warriors Support Foundation, which assists combat veterans with various programs and services. Many thanks to our advertisers for making this kind of local coverage possible, and our readers for staying connected with what’s happening around town.
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How cultivating local plants can help residents save water utilize strategic plant placement, shrubs, trees, natural grasses, and ground cover, such as mulch, gravel and rocks. Common plants include the orange-and-red-blossomed Pride of Barbados, Red Yucca, and Lantana, which provide ground cover. Jimenez said xeriscaped landscapes can also
Esteban Jimenez, CEO of San Antonio-based landscaping company XeriPro, said that, unlike traditional landscaping, xeriscaping creates land- scapes designed around native plants that existed in the region prior to human settlement. The framework Xeriscaping, or the use of local ora, not only saves money and reduces water usage, but it also cultivates a landscape that can thrive in the midst of extreme heat. Jimenez said a common misconception is that xeriscaping always means a bare yard of only rocks and cacti. Instead, he said a xeriscaped yard with South Texas plants is usually green and lush. “We’re trying to battle that misconception, which is, it doesn’t mean zero plants. It means choosing the right plants and the things that are going to survive and do well within the climate that you’re working with,” Jimenez said. Xeriscaping involves multiple components that
impact the local ecosystem by using pollinators to attract butter ies, humming birds, and local wild- life, or plants that can act as either deer-friendly vegetation or deer repellents. How it works Jimenez said residents can go to the San Antonio Water System, or SAWS, website to learn what speci c plants qualify for rebates. “At Rainbow Nursery, you’ll see a lot of the plants will have the SAWS logo on them, saying, If you plant these, you’ll get a credit from us,” Jimenez said.
Xeriscaped yards can be bene cial for the local ecosystem.
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Real estate
BY PARKS KUGLE
1604 Public Improvement District to include new townhomes, hotel
New housing development Centero at Stone Oak in the works
1604 Public Improvement District
Amenities area (these include pocket parks, pickleball courts, dog play and picnic areas) The district consist of commercial and residential development across 22 acres. Commercial Hotel Townhome community
Chesmar Homes is now selling properties at its newest development in Stone Oak. Known as Centero at Stone Oak, the community o ers three and four-bedroom homes in seven di erent models. The details Located at 20675 Huebner Road, the single-fam- ily community o ers homes ranging from 1,661 to 2,300 square feet. Prices start at $425,990 and go up to $495,990. Amenities include a 50-inch electric replace in each home, covered patios and two to three bathrooms. Centero at Stone Oak is located within North East ISD, with residents zoned for Las Lomas Elementary School, Barbara Bush Middle School and Ronald Reagan High School. Liz Hernandez, a new home consultant with Chesmar Homes, said Centero Stone Oak stands out because it is the only development in the area where people can buy a newly constructed home.
tandem pickleball courts, three trailheads and 52 o -street parking spaces. Though construction of the public improve- ment district is estimated to cost around $4.5 million, $6 million in funds have been earmarked for its construction. The reason $6 million has been allocated is because these investments are going to happen in the future so expenditures may increase, said David Wright, a developer with Bitterblue Group. By the numbers According to city documents, the estimated property tax rate for the 1604 PID is $0.206283 per $100 valuation. It is estimated to generate $1.545 million in additional revenue for the city once it is fully developed.
A mixed-use development, which will include retail, a hotel, townhomes and a park connected to trailheads, is coming to Shavano Park. Sorting out details Known as the Shavano Park 1604 Public Improvement District, the proposed mixed-use development will sit on 22 acres at the intersection of Loop 1604 and Pond Hill Road. According to city documents, the development will include approxi- mately 6.6 acres of residential property.
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“[Centero at Stone Oak] is in a centralized location in a highly desirable area, and [the community] is the only new development in Stone Oak. Everything else is pre-owned, [and] you would have to remodel to [give a pre-owned home comparable amenities,]” Hernandez said. Stay tuned The development is currently under construc- tion and is estimated to be fully completed by late 2027.
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VINEYARD 1309 N Loop 1604 W (210) 408-8206
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LEGACY 2003 N Loop 1604 E (210) 494-8600
Real estate
BY ANDREW CREELMAN
The Military Warriors Support Foundation, which was founded in San Antonio in 2004, aims to reduce stressors of home ownership and assist wounded veterans and their families. The backstory Casey Kinser’s husband, a United States Army Staff Sergeant, was wounded in combat in Iraq, so the couple got involved with the Military Warriors Support Foundation in 2009. “I initially just said, can I help?” Kinser explained. “I liked it and I got to volunteer, and that was 15 years ago.” Now, she’s the Executive Vice President of the foundation, which offers a program called Homes4WoundedHeroes, an opportunity for those wounded in military combat to move into mortgage-free homes. How it works The Military Warriors Support Foundation partners with inancial institutions across the United States to donate bank-owned or foreclosed homes to Homes4WoundedHeroes, according to Kinser. “They donate the properties to our founda- tion, we renovate them and get them into move- in-ready condition for heroes and select veteran or Gold Star spouses,” Kinser said. Once they take over the deed for the home, Kinser said that the foundation provides veterans with not just a place to live, but also a inancial plan and mentorship. “It’s a three-year program where families meet with mentors and work on budgeting and spending control on the home,” Kinser said. After three years, the deed for the new home is of icially placed into the name of the family who received it, according to Kinser. Why it matters Kinser said that she has been deeply affected by witnessing the successful transitions that military families have undergone after moving into their mortgage-free homes. “Finding a home can be a challenge for these families,” Kinser said. “To see them at the end of the program, they feel so incredibly empowered.” Homes4WoundedHeroes helps provide mortgage- free housing to veterans
Casey Kinser said that she started with the Military Warriors Support Foundation as a volunteer.
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The group renovates bank-owned or foreclosed homes before handing the keys over to veterans.
COURTESY MILITARY WARRIORS SUPPORT FOUNDATION
Other programs and services o ered by MWSF for combat veterans:
Transportation4Heroes o ers payment-free vehicles Skills4Life provides recreational and social events and opportunities Leadership4Life provides personal and professional growth-focused mentorship Hope4Heroes o ers nancial planning mentoring and resources
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The most recent data compiled by the San Antonio Board of Realtors showed that homes spent more time on the market in the 78230, 78232, 78248 and 78258 ZIP codes year over year compared to the 78231, 78259 and 78260 ZIP codes. Residential market data
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Urban vibe comes to Stone Oak From the cover
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Canyon Springs Golf Course. The 15,800-square- foot multi-use facility will include retail, dining and event spaces. Morris said it will feature a community lounge and a rotating pop-up room that will highlight artisans throughout the community. “[Providence by the Green] will o er more options in one destination,” Morris said.” [It’s] a place of entertainment with an urban vibe that I feel Stone Oak is looking for.”
However, future growth needs to include spaces for small businesses and new job opportunities, Spears said. To ll this need, a new mixed-use development along Canyon Golf Road is in the works. Debra Morris, owner of Providence by the Green, said her upcoming development is designed to o er local residents an urban destination. The building combines an angular, minimalist design with expansive glass walls overlooking
District 9 Council member Misty Spears said that since its inception, Stone Oak has cultivated a high quality of life for its residents. “It’s a beautiful area, and I’ve watched it grow,” Spears said. “[The neighborhood] went from being nothing out here—[just] ranches—[to what it is now] and it’s still growing. It’s been changing for a while, but it’s maintained itself as being one of the top places to live because of the quality of life,” Spears said.
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1 community lounge
1.6 -acre property
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Morris said the space will be ideal for small gatherings and larger, corporate events. “We would love to see the typical baby showers or birthdays or corporate lunches,” Morris said. “We’ve talked about different community events that we would also love to host, [such as] book clubs [and] wine tastings.”
around community above everything else. “The key driving force for this project is commu- nity,” Burke said. “It’s all about having a space for [them] to come to.” Providence by the Green includes six lease spaces and Morris envisions a mix of restaurants, dining and event spaces complemented by seven terraces overlooking the golf course.
Morris said she was inspired to create Provi- dence by the Green when she visited the Source Market Hall in Denver in 2019. She noticed Stone Oak was lacking a walkable destination that features a variety of venues and event spaces for the community to gather around. Ben Burke, project manager from WestEast Design Group, said it’s a development centered
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Browning said Stone Oak’s housing inventory has modestly increased since the post-pandemic peak of 2021-22. “The uptick in inventory has given buyers more negotiating power, yet demand remains steady,” Browning said. As of 2024-25, a single-family home in Stone Oak ranges in price from $375,000-$750,000, while luxury homes in gated communities range from $850,000 to over $1.5 million. Browning said over the last five years, properties have averaged a 5-7% annual increase in value, and generally sell faster than older central neighborhoods. Typically, homes are sold within a 30-60 day window. Though single-family homes are the primary type of residence, Browning said townhomes and upscale apartments are gaining traction. “Within the next 5-10 years, Stone Oak will remain a top-tier submarket, though land constraints will shift focus to redevelopment and vertical construc- tion,” Browning said.
With a median age of 39 and median income ranging from $65,000-$85,000, Stone Oak skews older and wealthier than the San Antonio average, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. “For residents, the attractiveness of Stone Oak includes top-rated schools and master-planned developments,” said Craig Browning, a realtor with Phyllis Browning Co.
Morris said discussions are taking place with potential businesses to lease the space ahead of a projected November opening.
First conception of Providence by the Green
2019
Oct : Property went under contract
2020
June : Purchased property April : Morris partnered with WestEast Designs
2021
Stone Oak area population growth
2022
78258 78260
60K 50K 40K 30K 20K 10K 0
51,672
2023
46,418
2024
Sept : Groundbreaking
37,389
27,696
Oct :Construction complete Nov : Estimated opening
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2022 2023
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SOURCE: U.S. CENSUS BUREAU/COMMUNITY IMPACT
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