James Haddock

Apr 9, 2024 | paisano-online.com | James Haddock

The Brooks Development Authority (BDA), the entity in charge of revitalizing the Brooks Air Force Base area, spent a total of $18,540 over the span of three UTSA football games from the comfort of a suite — but it is for educational purposes, right? Since Brooks Air Force Base was shut down in 2011, the BDA has been tasked with revitalizing 1,308 acres of land on the Southside of San Antonio. With such a monumental mission, the news of this seemingly frivolous spending was unsettling to many.

Mar 5, 2024 | paisano-online.com | James Haddock

To kick off the start of Contemporary Art Month in San Antonio, the Contemporary at Blue Star Gallery hosted an event on March 1, where they debuted two new exhibitions. In front of the steps of the gallery, the organizers started the evening with heartfelt speeches and an announcement that had the potential to shape the future of four local up-and-coming artists. The Contemporary announced their selection for who they would send to Germany to be a part of their.