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Two homes destroyed in fire on West Side, SAFD says; no injuries reported
SUMMARY: A fire destroyed two homes on San Antonio’s West Side near SeaWorld early this morning. The San Antonio Fire Department believes the blaze may have started between the homes, but everyone escaped safely, including a pet python. Toby Graham, whose home was affected, had forgotten his female ball python in her cage. Despite the fire, the snake managed to escape from the second floor cage, possibly aided by water sprayed by firefighters. The snake was later found unharmed and returned to Graham, who plans to take her to the vet and give her a name.

Two homes are expected to be total losses following a fire on the West Side on Thursday morning, according to the San Antonio Fire Department.
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Women’s History Month: Lori Wilson’s rise up high school ranks lands her close to home
SUMMARY: Lori Wilson, the athletic director and head girls basketball coach at Lidle High School, has nearly 30 years of coaching experience, with over a decade at her current school, close to her hometown. Wilson emphasizes the importance of building relationships with her players, treating them like daughters, and fostering accountability and hard work. She attributes her success to strong community support, her coaching staff, and the toughness instilled by her parents. Wilson has celebrated multiple achievements, including winning district titles, and continues to advocate for resilience in coaching, highlighting that perseverance through challenges leads to success.

Between the city limits of Somerset and Lytle, Lori Wilson achieved two major milestones in her life.
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New subdivision coming to abandoned, unfinished neighborhood in south Austin
SUMMARY: New Home Co. has acquired a previously abandoned subdivision on West Dittmar Road in south Austin, formerly known as Southstone. Construction by previous owners had halted, leaving unfinished homes that became vandalized. The company began demolition this month and plans to build duplexes and two-story single-family homes starting at $400,000. The City of Austin’s Development Services Department had regularly visited the property due to complaints of illegal dumping and safety issues, but with the site now cleared, code violations are being closed. New Home Co. aims to complete the project with 217 units and amenities like trails and a pool.
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Proposed Texas bill would require proof of citizenship in order to vote
SUMMARY: Texas lawmakers are debating Senate Bill 16, which would require voters to provide proof of citizenship, such as a birth certificate or passport, when registering. Opponents argue that this could disenfranchise U.S. citizens, particularly low-income or young voters who cannot afford or access these documents. They claim it could suppress voter participation. Supporters argue the bill is necessary to ensure election integrity and prevent ineligible individuals from voting, despite no evidence of widespread fraud. The bill, proposed by Senator Brian Hughes, could lead to penalties for officials who fail to verify citizenship before registering voters. The bill is pending in committee.

Opponents argue the requirement would disenfranchise U.S. citizens who don’t have copies of their birth certificates or passports and wouldn’t want to go through the time and expense to get the required documentation. Proponents said the law is necessary to ensure the integrity of Texas elections.
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