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Flood Control
7:45 am
Thu February 14, 2013

S. Flores Bridge Re-Opens, Flooding Eased

Credit Eileen Pace / TPR
Bexar County Commissioner Chico Rodriguez cuts the ribbon to re-open the S. Flores Bridge along Sixmile Creek

After a year-long flood control project had roads torn up along Sixmile Creek, Bexar County has re-opened the South Flores Bridge. With seven low-water crossings, the poor drainage around the area was a threat to nearby homes and properties during heavy rains.

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Bexar County Law Enforcement
8:25 am
Wed February 13, 2013

Sheriff And County Manager Work On Plan For Jail Staffing

Credit Eileen Pace / TPR
Since her swearing in on Jan. 1, Pamerleau has had to work on correcting staffing issues at the Bexar County Jail.

Sheriff Susan Pamerleau returned to county commissioners Tuesday to give them a promised update on her progress to correct staffing and overtime issues at the Bexar County Jail. 

The new sheriff told commissioners she is working with the county manager to create a multi-pronged approach to the problem.

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Valentine's Day
3:53 pm
Mon February 11, 2013

Following Controversial Remarks Last Year, Pastor Joe Sullivan Back On Courthouse Steps

Credit Ryan Loyd / TPR
Couples will gather on the steps of the Bexar County Courthouse to exchange vows in what is a San Antonio tradition.

The pastor who came under fire last year for his remarks at the Valentine’s Day ceremonies at the Bexar County Courthouse will be allowed to perform marriages again this year.

Last Valentine’s Day, a video recording captured his not so loving comments to same-sex couples who showed up to the midnight ceremony. In the recording, he can be heard saying, "If people are here just trying to be repulsive and offensive to people, you'll have to deal with God one of these days after this."

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Arts For A Cause
7:15 am
Fri February 8, 2013

Woodlawn Theater Raising Money For Victims Of Domestic Violence

Credit Woodlawn Theatre
"Chapter 2" stars Philip Kazen, Catherine Babbitt, Greg Hinojosa and Catherine Hayes

As part of the Bexar County Family Justice Center's annual fundraiser, the Woodlawn Theater is donating all proceeds from it's latest show, Neil Simon's "Chapter 2," to help victims of domestic violence.

The Woodlawn presents top shows for a variety of audiences, but the owners also have a vision of being a community resource for non-profit  organizations.

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