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Declining enrollment, money issues cited in St. Paul Catholic School closure announcement
SUMMARY: St. Paul Catholic School in San Antonio is closing after over 70 years, citing declining enrollment, budget shortfalls, and $1 million in deferred maintenance. Enrollment has dropped from over 500 in the 1950s to just 100 today. The school relied on $4 million annually from the parish to operate. Nationwide, Catholic school enrollment has declined over the past decade, though it has recently stabilized. Some hope that proposed school voucher legislation in Texas could boost future Catholic school enrollment, but church leaders say it won’t provide immediate relief. Families like Melanie Romero’s are saddened by the unexpected closure.

In an online statement, the archdiocese said the school has only about 100 students, has had to rely on about $250,000 from the parish each year, and has more than $1 million in deferred maintenance needs.
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NEXT UP IN SAN ANTONIO: Friday night storms and a BIG temp drop
SUMMARY: Meteorologist Sarah Spivey forecasts storms for San Antonio on Friday night into Saturday morning, potentially impacting events like the Final Four and the Lero Texas Open. Strong storms may produce large hail and damaging winds. Following the storms, a significant temperature drop is expected from Saturday night through Monday, with Sunday morning lows in the 40s and afternoon highs in the 60s. Today and tomorrow will be warm, reaching near 90°F, while western areas might see temperatures rise to triple digits. A small chance of stray storms exists today, but overall, humidity will decrease after the front passes.

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Mother turns son's tragedy into mental health mission
SUMMARY: After the tragic suicide of her son Ian, a prosecutor in the Orleans DA’s office, Karen Kirsting is dedicated to improving mental health support for first responders. Ian, who was known for his empathy, struggled silently with mental health issues, ultimately taking his life at 34. In response, the DA’s office is creating a position for a clinical therapist to aid staff coping with the stress of crime victim care. Karen is advocating for open discussions about mental health and the shame surrounding suicide, hoping to ensure no one else feels isolated in their struggles. Resources like the suicide crisis hotline are emphasized.

A mother’s mission to honor her late son’s legacy sparks a new mental health initiative.
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2 men rescued after climbing down cliff to retrieve cellphone
SUMMARY: Two 19-year-olds were rescued after attempting to retrieve a dropped cell phone from a cliff near Mud Creek Park in San Antonio. The men had been hiking and drinking when one of them dropped his phone over a steep drop. Unable to climb back up, they called 911 for help. Firefighters used ropes to rescue them, and paramedics checked them for injuries, finding none. Although unharmed, the men were issued tickets for their actions. Local residents, familiar with the area’s danger, expressed concern over the men’s risky behavior in such a treacherous location.

Two men, who apparently went to great lengths to retrieve a dropped cellphone by climbing down a cliff, had to be rescued themselves.
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