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Lavaca residents express mixed feelings on downtown Spurs arena, Hemisfair development plans
SUMMARY: Project Marvel, which includes plans for a new San Antonio Spurs arena in the historically established Lavaka neighborhood, has drawn mixed reactions from residents. City officials aim to engage with locals, but concerns about gentrification, increased traffic, and noise loom large. While some residents express excitement about revitalization and potential business growth, others worry that development could force them out of their homes. The city has provided minimal details, including no clear funding plan. Residents are skeptical about city intentions and the impact on their community, highlighting a need for thoughtful consideration of development effects.
Now that “Project Marvel” is out in the open, the shot clock has begun for the City of San Antonio to win over nearby residents.
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Morning Forecast – Wednesday, Nov. 27th
SUMMARY: Meteorologist Chase Ward reports clear conditions on Doppler radar, although cloud cover is increasing. Temperature has risen from the 40s to the 50s due to a southerly warm air flow. Expect above-average temperatures near 70°F today, but a cold front will bring a significant drop in temperatures through the weekend, with highs in the mid-50s and lows in the 20s and 30s. Patchy showers are anticipated tonight and Thanksgiving morning, with minor rainfall expected. By late Thanksgiving, temperatures will begin to cool, marking the start of a consistent cold trend for the following week.
Cloud cover has increased due to southerly flow of the winds. More moisture will continue to funnel in with the clouds through this …
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NOLA Walk of Fame unveiled
SUMMARY: A new Walk of Fame in New Orleans aims to honor the legacies of influential local figures, ensuring their contributions are remembered for future generations. One highlighted individual is Ora Castle Haley, a civil rights activist who played a crucial role in integrating public accommodations and Charity Hospital. Her grandson, Blair Doon Haley, emphasizes her sacrifices for justice and equity. The Walk of Fame will feature 50 plaques, beginning with tributes to Todd Graves and Lil Wayne, and aims to enhance tourism and educate visitors about the city’s rich history. The installation is slated for completion by February 6th.
A new NOLA Walk of Fame will showcase those special people, so their names and their legacies will live on for generations to come. WWL’s Eleanor Tabone reports.
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Texas Gov. Abbott, incoming US border czar double down on mass deportation efforts
SUMMARY: Governor Greg Abbott visited the border in Eagle Pass, Texas, to deliver early Thanksgiving meals to state troopers and National Guard members. During his visit, he criticized the Biden Administration’s border security efforts and expressed his support for incoming President Donald Trump, emphasizing a collaborative approach to border management. Local resident Jesse VES voiced concerns about potential changes following the election. Tom Homan, an incoming border official, praised Abbott’s border strategies as a model for the future. After Eagle Pass, Abbott continued his visit to Edinburg, reinforcing his message about border security planning.
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott headed to the U.S.-Mexico border for the first time since the presidential election.
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