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Growth and Challenges in San Antonio's Job Market
Tuesday, August 6, 2024

Growth and Challenges in San Antonio's Job Market

Growth and Challenges in San Antonio's Job Market According to recent statistics provided by Workforce Solutions Alamo, the unemployment rate in the San Antonio-New Braunfels area crept up to 4.2% this June, marking an increase from May's 3.5% and ...

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Tuesday, August 6, 2024

"Living for Myself, My People, and My Community" - LSA 48 Health and Wellness Day

Health and Wellness Day at LSA 48 was a comprehensive exploration of the theme “Living for Myself, My People, My Community.” The event began with an inspiring welcome from Gordon Hartman of Morgan’s Wonderland. Hartman presented eye-opening statistics on the gaps in services available for the special needs population, highlighting the incredible efforts by his team to close these gaps not just in San Antonio, but for all communities in need. 

 

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Networking with the Greater Chamber
Tuesday, July 2, 2024

Networking with the Greater Chamber

Networking is one of the most crucial elements for business and professional growth and success. For the Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce members, networking is continuous: during mixers, at major events, and during industry council meetings. ...

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Breaking Down Texas’ New Business Courts
Tuesday, July 2, 2024

Breaking Down Texas’ New Business Courts

Last year, Governor Abbott signed House Bill 19 into law, introducing specialized business trial courts into our judicial system. These courts, designed to expedite the resolution of high-stakes business disputes exceeding $10 million, are the ...

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Opening Doors for Business to Government Opportunities
Tuesday, July 2, 2024

Opening Doors for Business to Government Opportunities

Business-to-government opportunities are very popular with Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce companies. As a major center of federal organizations outside of the Washington, DC, area, Alamo City has much to offer those seeking to continue or ...

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SAT Closer to Direct Flight to DCA
Tuesday, June 4, 2024

SAT Closer to Direct Flight to DCA

SAT Closer to Direct Flight to DCA The long-awaited FAA reauthorization bill has passed both Chambers of Congress and was signed by the President last month. After years of effort by the City of San Antonio and the Greater San Antonio Chamber of ...

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LSA 48 Education Day, aka Day of the Recess Rebels!
Tuesday, June 4, 2024

LSA 48 Education Day, aka Day of the Recess Rebels!

LSA 48 met for Education Day, aka Day of the Recess Rebels! Because if you’re educated, then Oh The Places You’ll Go! Our mission is to transform San Antonio’s education system into the most connected, accessible, equitable, and ...

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Texas Legislative Interim Charges for 2024
Tuesday, June 4, 2024

Texas Legislative Interim Charges for 2024

Texas Legislative Interim Charges for 2024 Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick outlined 57 issues for the Texas Senate to examine — ranging from border security to innovative power generation — before the next legislative session begins in January. ...

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Update on the City Charter Review Commission
Tuesday, June 4, 2024

Update on the City Charter Review Commission

Update on the City Charter Review Commission The Mayor-appointed City Charter Review Commission has completed deliberations and will present its recommendations to the City Council in the June 5th B Session. The Council can accept recommendations ...

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First Direct Flights to Europe from SAT Departing Soon
Monday, May 6, 2024

First Direct Flights to Europe from SAT Departing Soon

The San Antonio Airport will have seasonal, nonstop flights to Europe starting on Friday, May 17, 2024. Condor Airlines will fly to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) in Germany, which connects to dozens of destinations throughout Europe and beyond. Tickets ...

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Municipal Election Results
Monday, May 6, 2024

Municipal Election Results

Voters from across Bexar County headed to the polls for a municipal election on Saturday, May 4. Turnout was not impressive. Only 37,476 ballots were cast out of 1.25 million registered voters for a turnout of 2.99%. The 2022 municipal election had ...

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Board Action Report - April
Tuesday, April 30, 2024

Board Action Report - April

The Greater San Antonio Chamber held its monthly Executive Board meeting at The Rock at La Cantera on April 18, 2024. We are grateful to the San Antonio Spurs & Entertainment for hosting us in the lovely venue. Our 2024 Chair of the Board, Mario ...

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