🌱 Local Jiu Jitsu Gym Fundraises For Paramedic + Opioid Settlement

Happy Monday, San Antonio! Elaine Thompson here with your new copy of the San Antonio Patch newsletter. Follow along for stories on:

• A local gym raised funds for a late paramedic's children.
• More funds were approved for statewide opioid settlement.
• Bexar County inmate died following medical episode.

But first, today's weather:

Variably cloudy and warm. High: 93 Low: 73.

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Here are the top stories today in San Antonio:

1. San Antonio paramedic Samuel Hudson died after suffering heart failure on March 15. Owner Denise Nogueira organized a fundraiser at her Jiu Jitsu gym, Brazilian Top Team Texas, to set up a trust fund for Hudson's two children. Hudson was a student and member at the gym. Next year Nogueira plans to host another fundraising event in Hudson's memory, with funds reserved for families in need. Learn more details at KENS5.
2. "Bexar County Commissioners approved a policy that will guide how the county spends over $14 million it received from a statewide opioid settlement." $1.5 million was already spent on providing Narcan to the Sheriff's Department, creating a substance use coordinator position, and expanding the Casa Mia women's recovery center. Through Casa Mia, women are able to go through recovery, have their children cared for, and attend school. To read about some who are benefiting from this new policy, visit KSAT San Antonio.
3. A Bexar County inmate died at a local hospital after having a medical episode in his cell. Forty-year-old Hector Lopez was found unresponsive in his cell on March 31 before noon. At 1:02 p.m., Lopez died at the hospital. The medical examiner does not have an exact cause of death at this time. This is an ongoing investigation and KSAT San Antonio will have future updates.

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Today in San Antonio:

• "Breast Ultrasound Screening Coming Direct to You!" at 21019 U.S. Hwy. 281 (9 AM)
• City Council Meeting at City of Windcrest Council Chambers (6 PM)
• Teen Time at El Sendero Library (6 PM)
• Children's Yoga at Pruitt Public Library (6 PM)
• National Poetry Month: Poetry Open Mic at Westfall Library (6 PM)

From my notebook:

• Abortion laws in Texas: "Physicians are finding themselves torn between providing medically appropriate care and staying in compliance with the state’s draconian anti-abortion laws." (SA Current)
  
• Experience Springtime at the San Antonio Zoo: "Step into a world of wonder during Blooms, Bees, & Butterflies! Immerse yourself in beautiful gardens, witness the magic of pollination, and marvel at the delicate beauty of winged wonders." (San Antonio Zoo via Instagram)
• San Antonio Pets Alive! has something fun for you to do! "SAPA! invites ALL pet parents to participate in this creative, fun and engaging contest that supports at-risk animals in our community. 💜🐾📸 It’s easy to participate! To enter, go to www.gogophotocontest.com/sanantoniopetsalive." (San Antonio Pets Alive! via Instagram)
• Free Museum Days in the city: "Discover the vibrant culture of San Antonio without breaking the bank! Our guide to Free Museum Days San Antonio 2023 can help you! 🖼️" (San Antonio Things To Do via Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Monday off right. See you all tomorrow morning for another update!

— Elaine Thompson

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