San Antonio, Texas

American Juniors runner-up Jordan McCoy, who is now signed with Sean Combs, also hails from San Antonio.
. Syndicated advice columnist Heloise was born in San Antonio and still resides there. Atlanta Falcons official web site (http://www.atlantafalcons.com/)
. While not a native of San Antonio, actor Tommy Lee Jones makes his home just outside the city on a 3,000-acre cattle ranch. No Falcons' players have been elected to the Hall of Fame. Native actors include Carol Burnett, Ann Prentiss, Hal LeSueur, and Joan Crawford. Timeline / Important Years.

Olympic gold medalist swimmer Josh Davis was born in San Antonio on September 1, 1972, the same day Mark Spitz won one of his seven 1972 gold medals and made Olympic history. The Atlanta Falcons are a National Football League team based in Atlanta, Georgia. Professional wrestler Shawn Michaels grew up on Lackland Air Force Base, where his father, an Air Force colonel, was stationed. Eugene Robinson. Cole High School, having led his team to a 36-0 record and a state championship his senior year. Andre Rison. Shaquille O'Neal graduated from Robert G. Bill Fralic.

NFL players from San Antonio include Keith Cash and Kerry Cash (Holmes High School), John Hagy, Priest Holmes and Ndukwe "N.D." Kalu (Marshall High School). Chris Miller. city, and later went on to serve as the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development under President Bill Clinton. Jamal Anderson. He was the first Hispanic mayor of a major U.S. Deion Sanders. Henry Cisneros was the mayor of San Antonio from 1981 to 1989. Billy "White Shoes" Johnson.

San Antonio has several neighborhoods of interest:. Jessie Tuggle. San Antonio has a robust nightlife that centers on several key areas:. Mike Kenn. San Antonio is also home to the Double-A Minor League affilate of the Seattle Mariners, the San Antonio Missions who play at Nelson Wolff Stadium on the west side of the city. 10 Steve Bartkowski. One of the immediate consequences for the SBC Center is the creation of two new teams, The San Antonio Rampage of the American Hockey League and the San Antonio Silver Stars of the WNBA. Falcon").

Previously, the Spurs played at the Alamodome, which was built for football, but the Spurs built and moved into the SBC Center in 2002. 60 Tommy Nobis ("Mr. The Spurs have been playing in San Antonio since 1973 and have won two NBA Championships. 57 Jeff Van Note. The city's only top-level professional sports team, and consequently the team most San Antonians follow, is the San Antonio Spurs of the NBA. 31 William Andrews. And many other institutions that offer courses and trainings for individuals. Duckett.

San Antonio hosts several institutions of higher education offering associate's degrees or higher, including:. T.J. There are about 40 radio stations that can be heard in the San Antonio area with 30 of these located inside San Antonio. Perhaps the most visible station in San Antonio is WOAI AM-1200 (affiliated with the TV Station), who are the radio home of the San Antonio Spurs. Alge Crumpler.
. Warrick Dunn. The following list are the major affiliate television stations in the city. Patrick Kerney.

While the city may be one of the largest in the country, San Antonio is only the 37th largest television market in the United States, according to Neilsen. Michael Vick. A second newspaper, the San Antonio Light, existed, but it went out of business in 1993. Rich Coady. The Express-News currently circulates as the largest newspaper service in South Texas. Keith Brooking. San Antonio has one major newspaper, the San Antonio Express-News, which has been in service since 1865. The team advances to NFC Championship game before falling to the Philadelphia Eagles 27-10.

The old Sunset Station (http://www.sunset-station.com|) is now an entertainment venue owned by VIA and neighbored by the current station and the Alamodome. Mora, the Falcons go 11-5 and win NFC South easily. From there, the Sunset Limited travels west to Los Angeles and east to Orlando three times per week. 2004 - Buoyed by the return of QB Michael Vick and energized by new head coach Jim L. San Antonio serves as the southern terminus for Amtrak's Texas Eagle train service, originating in Chicago. The Falcons draft Virginia Tech CB DeAngelo Hall with the 8th pick in the 2004 NFL Draft. VIA also offers a special service to city events, including Spurs games and city parades, from its Park and Ride locations. With 3 games left in the season, coach Dan Reeves resigns, handing the team to his defensive coordinator and former Bills coach Wade Phillips.

An extensive bus and trolley system is provided by the city's metropolitan transit system, VIA. (http://www.viainfo.net|) VIA offers 78 regular bus routes and four trolley routes, including express routes from downtown to the theme parks. 2003 - After star QB Michael Vick breaks his leg in the preseason, the Falcons suffer through a 5-11 season. It has two terminals and is served by 12 airlines serving 28 destinations including 3 in Mexico. Who is to become the face of the franchise. The San Antonio International Airport is located in north central San Antonio, approximately eight miles from downtown. With that pick they selected Mike Vick. The council hires a City Manager to serve as the City's chief administrator. 2001 - Trade the #3 pick along with Tim Dwight to the San Diego Chargers for the #1 pick in the draft.

San Antonio politics is non-partisian. Representatives are paid $20 dollars a meeting, while the Mayor earns $4040 dollars a year. Once there, however, they lost, 34-19 to the Denver Broncos. This includes 10 district representatives and 1 mayor to pass laws and establish policies for the city. With a 14-2 final record and winners of the NFC West, the Falcons would reach Super Bowl XXXIII after upsetting the 15-1 Vikings at Minnesota in the NFC Championship Game. Voters elect 11 representatives. On November 8, they won 41-10 over the Patriots at New England, snapping a streak of 22 consecutive losses at cold-weather sites in November and December that had dated back to 1982. San Antonio operates on the council-manager form of government. 1998 - Led by QB Chris Chandler and RB Jamal Anderson, the Falcons have their greatest season to date.

Out of the total population, 24.3% of those under the age of 18 and 13.5% of those 65 and older are living below the poverty line. They go on to lose to the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field. 17.3% of the population and 14.0% of families are below the poverty line. 1995 - In the final game of the season, the Falcons beat the San Francisco 49ers to secure a playoff spot. The per capita income for the city is $17,487. 1992 - The Georgia Dome becomes the new home for the Atlanta Falcons, as they move from the Atlanta-Fulton County Stadium. Males have a median income of $30,061 versus $24,444 for females. 1982 - The Falcons make the playoffs in this strike-shortened season with a record of 5-4, and lose to the Minnesota Vikings in Minnesota.

The median income for a household in the city is $36,214, and the median income for a family is $41,331. 1980 - Another playoff berth for the Falcons, as they win the NFC West, but again lose to the Dallas Cowboys in the playoffs. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there are 89.7 males. 1978 - The Falcons make the playoffs for the first time, and beat visiting Philadelphia Eagles, but lose to the Dallas Cowboys in Dallas. For every 100 females there are 93.5 males. 1977 - The Falcons defense sets an NFL record for the fewest points allowed in a 14 game season, 129. In San Antonio, 48% of the population are Males, and 52% of the population are Females. 1972 - The Falcons finish second in the NFC West — their highest division finish in franchise history up to that point.

The median age is 32 years. 1971 - The Falcons finish with a winning record for the first time, at 7-6-1. In the city the population is spread out with 28.5% under the age of 18, 10.8% from 18 to 24, 30.8% from 25 to 44, 19.4% from 45 to 64, and 10.4% who are 65 years of age or older. Miami Dolphins. Whites tend to settle on the North and Northwest side, Blacks generally on the East side, Hispanics in the West, Central and South sides. 30 vs. According to Texas.com, the current racial make up of San Antonio is: 32% non-Hispanic White, 7% African-American, 2% Asian, 1% Native American; 58% of the population is Hispanic. 1970 - First Monday Night Football game in Atlanta - Nov.

There are 433,122 housing units at an average density of 410.3/km² (1,062.7/mi²). He amasses 294 total tackles a franchise record that stands today. The population density is 1,084.4/km² (2,808.5/mi²). The aforementioned Nobis wins the NFL Rookie of the Year Award and becomes the first Falcon named to the Pro Bowl. There are 1,144,646 people, 405,474 households, and 280,993 families residing in the city. 1966 - The Falcons play their first NFL season. According to the 2000 census, San Antonio is the 9th largest city in the United States and the third largest in Texas. They draft Tommy Nobis, LB, University of Texas with the 1st pick of the 1966 NFL Draft (http://www.profootballhof.com/history/general/draft/1966.jsp) held on November 27, 1965, making him the first ever Falcon.

Note: These are averages provided from www.weather.com. Smith Sr. May, June and October have quite a bit of precipitation. NFL Commissioner Pete Rozelle, grants ownership to Rankin M. The lowest recorded temperature ever was 0°F in 1949. 1965 - The Atlanta Falcons are born. The average coolest month is January.

The highest temperature ever to be recorded was 108°F in 1986. In San Antonio, July is the average warmest month. Monthly Averages (in degrees Fahrenheit):. Only a few freezes occur each year and snow is almost unheard of.

San Antonio's weather can be described as somewhat dry air, hot in the summer, cool in the winter, and rather comfortable in the spring and fall. The city sits on the Balcones Escarpment. The total area is 1.09% water. 1,055.6 km² (407.56 mi²) of it is land and 11.7 km² (4.51 mi²) of it is water.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 1,067.3 km² (412.07 mi²). San Antonio also has no shortage of establishments offering Texas style barbecue, and for the truly intrepid barbecue aficionado, a day trip to some of the more renowned barbecue pits and smokehouses of Central Texas is both necessary and easily manageable. Beyond taking in the sights and sounds of San Antonio, tourists can sample some of its world famous Tex-Mex cuisine at the many fine restaurants located throughout the city. tall cowboy boots at North Star Mall.

Visitors can also experience something of the cowboy culture every February at the San Antonio Stock Show & Rodeo; year round, they can also see the 40 ft. Every April, San Antonio hosts Fiesta San Antonio, a 10-day celebration of the city's diverse cultures and of the heroes of the Battle of the Alamo and the Battle of San Jacinto, featuring over one hundred events held throughout the city. Other places of interest include Brackenridge Park (home of the San Antonio Zoo), the missions of the San Antonio Missions National Historical Park, the Witte Museum, the McNay Art Museum, SeaWorld of Texas, and the Six Flags Fiesta Texas theme park. The downtown area also features HemisFair Park (home of the Tower of the Americas and the Institute of Texan Cultures), La Villita, El Mercado, and the city's most widely recognized landmark, the Alamo.

Lined with numerous shops, bars, and restaurants as well as the Arneson River Theater, this attraction is transformed into an impressive festival of lights during the Christmas and New Year holiday period. The jewel of the city is the Paseo del Rio, or River Walk, which meanders through the downtown area. San Antonio is a popular tourist destination. It was placed in its new location, three blocks south of the Alamo, over four days in 1985, and cost $650,000 to move.

The Fairmont Hotel, built in 1906, is in the Guinness Book of World Records as one of the heaviest buildings ever moved intact. San Antonio is served by San Antonio International Airport. SBC Communications, Valero Energy Corp, United Services Automobile Association, Tesoro Petroleum Corp, Southwest Research Institute, H-E-B supermarkets and Clear Channel Communications are headquartered in San Antonio. San Antonio is home to the state's first art museum (Marion Koogler McNay Art Museum).

The city is home to Fort Sam Houston, Lackland Air Force Base, Randolph Air Force Base and Brooks City Base. Famous for its Riverwalk and the Alamo, the Spurs basketball team, the Tower of the Americas, and being home to SeaWorld and Six Flags theme parks, San Antonio is visited by 20 million tourists per year. Today, the Alamo is in the heart of downtown San Antonio. The Battle of the Alamo took place nearby in 1836, and eventually the town would grow to encompass the embattled mission.

Originally founded by Canary Islanders in 1731 (although a small Indian community had already been established in the San Pedro Springs area called Yanaguana), San Antonio de Béxar was an early Spanish settlement in the Americas. As of January 2005, it had an estimated population of 1,282,800, greater than that of Dallas; it is now ranked as the 8th largest city in the U.S. It is the county seat of Bexar County.⁶ As of the 2000 census, San Antonio had a resident population of 1,144,646, and was the ninth largest city in the United States and the third largest in Texas. state of Texas.

San Antonio is a city in the U.S. The only thing missing is a grocery store! While the bus system (VIA Metropolitan Transit (http://www.viainfo.net)) is not ideal, it is far better than most mass transit systems in the US. Another benefit is that rush hour traffic is generally going in the opposite direction. It is surprisingly affordable to live in the downtown area, although there can be a waiting list for an apartment to open up.

Downtown has a growing residential population. The southeastern suburb of China Grove has a song written and sung about it by the Doobie Brothers entitled "China Grove.". Inwood just inside Loop 1604 is where many newly upper class residences are located. Castle Hills is another upscale community with houses dating around the 1950's era.

Castle Hills is a little further North, located around Loop 410 and Blanco. The city of Alamo Heights is populated with historically wealthy families. The North Central side of San Antonio contains some of the most valuable residential property in the city. The northeast suburb of Windcrest is known for its tradition of elaborately decorating homes with lights every Christmas.

It comprises parts of some twenty-two blocks with seventy-nine historic structures, most dating from the second half of the nineteenth century. The King William Historic District is just south of the central business district of San Antonio. Its distinguished residential architecture, primarily from San Antonio's "Gilded Age," defined as extending from 1890 to 1930, forms the most extensive and intact neighborhood of this era in Texas. The Monte Vista National Historic District is located one and a half miles north of downtown San Antonio and is home to approximately 3,000 people.

On this strip, several bars can be found, such as Paparay's, Joey's, the Mix,Tycoon Flats, small coffee shops such as The Candlelight, and the latino-themed video bar, Arriba. Also in the area is the North Saint Mary's Strip, located to the east of main street. Away from downtown, a strip of Main Street near San Antonio College includes predominantly gay clubs, such as The Electric Company (for younger crowds), The Saint, The Silver Dollar Saloon (a country-western themed nightspot), and the Heat. San Antonios Underground Hip Hop Culture is best represented by the Prhymemates Crew and infuses local clubs and bars with an urban feel through, DJing, Breakdancing, and MCing, that only a big city can evoke.

Downtown San Antonio, away from the river, has several clubs, including the popular Coyote Ugly franchise bar, gay nightspot The Bonham Exchange, and the Rivercenter Comedy Club. Notable clubs in this area include the Hard Rock Cafe, the DANCEPLEX (formerly Polly Esther's), Club RIVE/TABU and Dick's Last Resort. The Riverwalk is home to several night clubs, all with a 2am or later closing time, depending on what night it is. San Antonio Spurs, National Basketball Association.

San Antonio Silver Stars, Women's National Basketball Association. San Antonio Rampage, American Hockey League. San Antonio Missions, Texas League Minor league baseball. Central Library Of San Antonio [10] (http://www.ci.sat.tx.us/LIBRARY/central/).

Northside I.S.D [9] (http://nisd.net/). Also home to 6th Largest School District in the State. Hallmark Institute Of Technology [8] (http://www.hallmarkinstitute.com). [7] (http://www.itt-tech.edu).

ITT Technical Institute. [6] (http://www.accd.edu). Alamo Community College District. The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio.

The University of Texas at San Antonio [5] (http://www.utsa.edu). University of the Incarnate Word [4] (http://www.uiw.edu). Trinity University [3] (http://www.trinity.edu). Mary's University [2] (http://www.stmarytx.edu).

St. Our Lady of the Lake University [1] (http://www.ollusa.edu).