🌱 27,000 Pounds Of Trash In San Antonio River + More Migrants To Come

Happy Friday, neighbors. We survived the week! Elaine Thompson in your inbox this morning with everything you need to know about what's happening these days in San Antonio. Today we'll cover...

• Locals prepare for what's next after Title 42 ends.
• Art museum receives large grant to create new art curator position.
• Who is to blame for the thousands of pounds of trash in the San Antonio River?

But first, today's weather: A severe afternoon t-storm. High: 90 Low: 71.

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Here are the top stories in San Antonio today:

1. San Antonio neighbors "brace for massive crowds of migrants as Title 42 comes to an end." Anonymous residents expressed their concern for seeing an extreme overflow of migrant faces every single day, from their own front doors. One neighbor noted how much trash has built up from migrants who have been stuck in limbo in the city, before they head to their next destinations. A migrant expressed his goal of moving to New York for work but still needing resources here until that day comes. FOX 29 has the full details from the Migrant Resource Center on how they will move forward with operations.
2. San Antonio's McNay Art Museum received a $650,000 national grant that will spotlight a new position to curate Latinx artists' work. McNay's Director Matthew McLendon said, "The curator will help ensure that we are prioritizing the representation and voices of the communities we serve here in San Antonio and the surrounding region." McNay Art Museum is the only museum in Texas to receive this grant along with several other states in the nation. KENS5 has the full story.
3. According to the San Antonio River Authority, "more than 27,000 pounds of mixed litter was removed from the San Antonio River" since April 20. Heavy rains and storms during the month of May could possibly add to this debris pile. The San Antonio River Authority plans to work through the weekend to continue to remove the trash. Volunteers and residents admire San Antonio's beauty but also are sorrowful due to the realization that they believe we all have a part in how human trash has ended up in waterways. Visit KENS5 to learn more.

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Today in San Antonio:

• Cinco De Mayo at The Hayden (11 AM)
• Carver Youth Matinee: San Antonio Dance Festival at Carver Community Cultural Center (11 AM)
• First Friday Cinco de Mayo at Blue Star Arts Complex (4 PM)
• San Antonio MiniFest at Paper Tiger (5:45 PM)
• 7th Annual “Lucky 7” Puta de Mayo Festival at Deco Ballroom Event Center (6 PM)

From my notebook:

• For the foodies: "We get it. It can be difficult to keep up with the fast pace of San Antonio’s restaurant and bar scene. We have you covered with our weekly roundup of essential food news." (CultureMap San Antonio)
• Entertainment and celebrations: "This week, Texas Parks & Wildlife's nonprofit funding partner announced a collaboration with sparkling water company Rambler for a tribute album to Texas music under the 100 Years of Texas State Parks umbrella. Texas Parks and Wildlife benefit album Texas Wild this fall." (mySA)
• A job well done, by SAPD: "🚨ARRESTED!! Roland Contreras Jr. 32 years old.🚨 At approximately 9:30 p.m. on 4/6/2023, SAPD officers were dispatched to the 1800 block of SW Military for shots fired. When they arrived, officers located a deceased female inside a vehicle." (San Antonio Police Department via Facebook)
• A guide to Cinco de Mayo in the city! "San Antonio is the perfect spot to celebrate Cinco de Mayo. 🎉 Whether you’re a foodie, a history buff, or someone who just likes to enjoy a nice margarita — we have something for you." Visit San Antonio via Instagram for the guide!

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Friday off right. I'll see you around!

— Elaine Thompson

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