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500-unit South Side apartment project prepares to kick off
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500-unit South Side apartment project prepares to kick off

Discover “The Judy,” the first phase of the San Antonio Housing Trust’s Vida project, bringing 90 affordable senior housing units to South San Antonio.

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Community Update: November 2024
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Community Update: November 2024

Phase 5 planning is now underway! As the largest of VIDA’s 7 phases, this north eastern corner of VIDA will add roughly 500 homes, the second mile of the Madla Greenway, neighborhood parks and more. Watch for updates as construction is expected to be underway mid-2025.

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Southside Makers & Shakers Military Edition: Oswaldo Garcia
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Southside Makers & Shakers Military Edition: Oswaldo Garcia

This special edition of our blog pays tribute to the service and sacrifices of military families, showcasing the resilience and contributions of veterans within our community. In this edition, we interview Oswaldo Garcia, a Marine veteran and VIDA resident.

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Constructing the Future: University Health Campus Progress at VIDA
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Constructing the Future: University Health Campus Progress at VIDA

As construction progresses on the University Health campus at VIDA, San Antonio’s Southside healthcare transformation is visibly underway. The 68-acre health hub aims to redefine healthcare access in Southside and…

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Growth at Vida means more South Side housing
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Growth at Vida means more South Side housing

A master-planned community on San Antonio’s South Side is getting ready for its fourth phase of development, which will bring it closer to delivering the nearly 1,700 housing units it has planned. Vida San Antonio, which is being developed by New Braunfels-based Southstar, filed plans for a new subdivision with the city Planning Commission this week.

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San Antonio Small Business Guide: Comida del Southside
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San Antonio Small Business Guide: Comida del Southside

Celebrating the Southside means supporting the many local businesses that make living in this area so special. If you’re looking to spend locally, check out some of the many small, family-owned spots featured in this list of Southside San Antonio local businesses.

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VIDA San Antonio Residents Celebrate Pool and Clubhouse Groundbreaking
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VIDA San Antonio Residents Celebrate Pool and Clubhouse Groundbreaking

Late this summer, VIDA San Antonio residents celebrated an important milestone for the VIDA community: the groundbreaking of VIDA’s pool and clubhouse.

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Southside Makers & Shakers: Special Pet Edition with Archie & Skylar
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Southside Makers & Shakers: Special Pet Edition with Archie & Skylar

As part of National Dog Week, we’re back with a special pet edition of our Southside Makers & Shakers series, that highlights members in our community. This month, we’re excited to introduce Archie & Skylar, two beloved pups who not only call VIDA San Antonio home but have also captured the hearts of many through their online presence.

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VIDA San Antonio Honored with Statewide Recognition

VIDA San Antonio Honored with Statewide Recognition

Texas Association of Builders (TAB). On Friday, July 12, TAB recognized VIDA for its exceptional contributions to residential construction, awarding the prestigious STAR awards for Best Community Amenity for the…

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VIDA San Antonio Unveils New Street Names Celebrating Local Chefs and Artists
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VIDA San Antonio Unveils New Street Names Celebrating Local Chefs and Artists

The VIDA San Antonio community continues its tradition of recognizing local and regional artists through in-community art installations, design features and street names. The 600-acre community adjacent to Texas A&M…

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Southside Makers & Shakers: Darnell Smith
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Southside Makers & Shakers: Darnell Smith

San Antonio’s Southside is home to a very special community of creators, hard workers, and people that inspire—many of whom are leaders across the Alamo city. Our Texas A&M-San Antonio,…

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Southside Makers & Shakers: Brenda Anz
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Southside Makers & Shakers: Brenda Anz

San Antonio’s Southside is home to a very special community of creators, hard workers, and people that inspire—many of whom are leaders across the Alamo city. Our Tell us about…

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