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After a weird winter in San Antonio, it’s time to start planning spring weekend getaways. A perennial favorite destination is Fredericksburg, and even if you’ve been there before, this burg offers plenty of reasons to go back: wineries, distilleries, fun and fine dining, accommodations with character, and plenty of great outdoor excursions. Check out our suggestions for a getaway that has it all. Specialty food brand Fischer & Wieser created the Fischer & Wieser Farmstead,…

Reappraisals of more than 700 commercial properties across the United States since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic have resulted in billions in property value loss.

With restaurants and liquor stores singled out in his Tweet, one of the most likely targets of product pulls would be Russian vodka.

Tonight at 7 p.m., KSAT 12 anchors Steve Spriester and Stephania Jimenez will cover the Texas primary election live in the video player above and on all KSAT 12 digital platforms.

While there is no presidential election in 2022, there are still important midterm races, both local and statewide. Some of the key races during the March 1 primary election include Texas governor and other statewide offices, Bexar County Judge and District Attorney, state legislative races and U.S. House of Representative seats. (Find all election results here.)

The election will determine the Democratic and Republican candidates who will advance to compete in the final round of voting during the general election on Nov. 8.

#StephAndSteve will be joined by candidates and local political observers, including:

Kevin Wolff, Former Bexar County Precinct 3 Commissioner and San Antonio City CouncilmanDemonte Alexander, San Antonio-based Public Affairs ConsultantMolly Cox, Founder and CEO of Molly Cox ConsultingKSAT reporters covering election watch parties liveCurrent and former candidates will drop into the stream throughout the night

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A San Antonio real estate firm co-founded by multimillionaire entrepreneur Graham Weston is converting a historic landmark on the campus of San Antonio College into a restaurant, hotel, and entertainment space. The firm, Weston Urban, is paying a little over $2 million for the Koehler House. Trustees of the Alamo Colleges District decided last year to sell the property, at 310 W. Ashby Pl. in the Tobin Hill neighborhood, in an effort to save money…

The Alamo is launching two exhibits in time for Texas Independence Day.

Officials said that on Wednesday, there will be a new preview of the Phil Collins collection “Supplies For War” at the Exhibit Hall and an opening of the “Alamo Archaeology” exhibit inside the Long Barrack.

The preview of the Phil Collins collection will be open from Wednesday, March 2 through Sunday, April 24. It will move into the new Exhibition Hall & Collections Building when it opens later this year.

“The Phil Collins Preview is just a taste of what will be on display in the Exhibition Hall & Collections Buildings when it opens later this year,” Kate Rogers, executive director of The Alamo Trust, Inc., said in a news release. “With our plans for even more immersive exhibits, including an interpretation of the south gate in Alamo Plaza, a visit to The Alamo is quickly becoming a much deeper, narrative-rich experience that it has ever been before.”

Due to Texas Independence Day, admission to the preview will be free to the public on Wednesday. After that, admission will be $5-$9 to the public, but free to members of Friends of the Alamo.

Admission to the archaeology exhibit will be free.

The news release adds that the “Alamo Archaeology” exhibit lets visitors see an excavation unit and learn about archaeological discoveries.

To learn more about activities at the Texas Independence Day Celebration, click here.

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WATCH: Historians recreate start of the Battle of the Alamo, Mexican Army’s arrival

The 26th annual Cesar E. Chavez March for Justice is scheduled for March 26 after a two-year hiatus due to COVID-19.

City leaders announced plans for the march during a press conference on Monday.

Thousands of people participate in the annual march in honor of the legacy of civil rights leader Cesar Chavez.

San Antonio leaders also announced the city’s first official Cesar Chavez City Holiday to be held on March 31.

The following people were in attendance at the press conference:

Mayor Ron Nirenberg Ernest J. Martinez, Chair, Cesar E. Chavez Legacy & Educational Foundation Erika Prosper, First Lady of San Antonio and Grand Marshal Eric Cooper, President & CEO, San Antonio Food Bank Jeff Arndt, President & CEO, VIA

For more information, visit www.sanatonio.gov/chavezmarch.

Also on KSAT:

WATCH: 2021 Cesar Chavez March for Justice goes virtualCesar Chavez, in a way, is looking over President Joe Biden’s shoulder

In the wake of the tragic collapse of a condo building in Surfside, Florida, that killed nearly 100, just about every aspect of the condominium industry has been put under the microscope.

Just as Lowe’s is pushing to widen its product assortment, Yeti is pulling its merchandise off the home-improvement retailer’s shelves. It is part of a larger strategy by the popular cooler maker.

I’m never ready for daylight saving time but here we are — mere weeks away from the shortest and unhappiest day of the year. At least for me.

Clocks will “spring forward” in the wee morning hours of March 13 but at least there’s a lot of cool stuff going on in San Antonio to keep your mind off losing sleep. Like St. Patrick’s Day and the official kickoff of Fiesta.

March is a big month for our city with major festivals and events but it’s also Women’s History Month.

Another major day (depending on who you are) is March 2, which is Texas Independence Day. If you want to celebrate the anniversary of Texas formally declaring its independence from Mexico in the most Texas way possible you can catch some armadillo races in honor of the historic day — details are in the list of events.

It’s also crawfish season for you Cajun-lovin’ foodies out there. I’ve already had a ton of crawfish this year but I’m ready for more.

Don’t forget to scroll down to the “free” section of the newsletter. There’s a lot of really cool stuff this month that’s free admission! – By the way, if you’re reading this as an article and not as an email then you’re missing stuff!

Here’s what’s going on in the San Antonio area in March:

From the Sea to the Stars: Exploring the Past and Present – You can celebrate San Antonio’s Hispanic heritage at this unique event put on by the Witte Museum on March 2.San Antonio Spurs – The Spurs will be playing nine home games in San Antonio in March. Games are scheduled for March 3, 7, 9, 11, 12, 14, 16, 18 and 30.Dark Side of the Brew and Skew Music Festival – Head to the Sunken Garden Theater on March 5 for the Dark Side of the Brew and Skew Music Festival featuring some of the best restaurants in San Antonio in addition to live music. The event will also be the launch of one of Islla St. Brewing’s specialty crafted beer and seltzers.Evening with Heroes – The 15th annual Evening with Heroes takes place after the Alamo officially closes to the public, allowing guests to experience the fort in a new light. A guide will lead your group through nine candlelit scenarios as you witness history unfold. This event takes place March 5.Ballet Nepantla – Ballet Nepantla will perform “Valentina” in San Antonio on March 5 as part of an 8-city Texas tour. The performance fuses traditional ballet folklórico with contemporary ballet.Mimosa Fest – The Paper Tiger is hosting Mimosa Fest on March 5. There will be live music, food and of course — drinks. 🥂Krause’s Cafe and Biergarten – Krause’s Cafe and Biergarten is hosting armadillo races on March 6 in celebration of Texas Independence Day, which falls on March 2.Drowning Pool – The Rock Box will host Drowning Pool, Ill Nino and Hed PE for the Brothers in Arms tour on March 13.Bob Dylan – Famed singer-songwriter Bob Dylan will be performing at the Majestic Theatre on March 14.All Elite Wrestling – On March 16, All Elite Wrestling (AEW) will perform “Dynamite Rampage” at the Freeman Coliseum.Katt Williams – Comedian Katt Williams is bringing his “World War III” Tour to the Freeman Coliseum on March 19.Judas Priest – English heavy metal band Judas Priest is bringing its 50 Heavy Metal Years tour to San Antonio on March 21 at the Freeman Coliseum.Quinceanera Expo – This expo is for people looking for vendors for Quinceaneras, weddings and sweet sixteen parties. The expo will take place March 27 at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center.Ministry – Metal band Ministry will be performing at the Aztec Theatre on March 28.Valero Texas Open – Some of the world’s best PGA Tour players will descend on San Antonio as Round One of the Valero Texas Open officially kicks off on March 31.

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McNay Art Museum – Enjoy free general admission to the McNay every Thursday from 4 to 9 p.m., courtesy of H-E-B, and the first Sunday of every month from noon to 5 p.m., courtesy of the Dickson Allen Foundation.San Antonio Job Fair – Looking for a job in the San Antonio area? This is a great opportunity to get in touch with hiring managers in the community. The job fair will take place on March 3.Cajun Festival – Cook up an appetite at the Cajun Festival on March 5-6 at Trader’s Village. Crawfish and shrimp will be available for purchase and guests can enjoy live Cajun music from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on both festival days.Wizard of Oz – Sing along to the classic “The Wizard of Oz” at Travis Park on March 5 as part of Slab Cinema.Encanto – Another Slab Cinema sing-along at Travis Park on March 19 will feature the movie “Encanto.” Don’t talk about Bruno.San Antonio Roasted Corn – Get ready to celebrate elote at the SA Roasted Corn Festival on March 26. Tickets will not be required for the festival but preregistration is available on Eventbrite.Taste of the Southside – Experience the culture, food, art and music of San Antonio’s South Side at Taste of the Southside on March 26 and 27. There will be food, live music and games for kids at this family-friendly event.Fiesta – Let’s get ready to party, San Antonio – it’s finally time for Fiesta! The official kick-off event, Fiesta Fiesta, will be at Hemisfair on March 31.

I am going to have a TON of Fiesta news and information coming up in mid-March so stay tuned. It’s San Antonio’s “party with a purpose” and KSAT has already covered some big announcements for the celebration — like the new route for Battle of Flowers and Fiesta Flambeau.

St. Patrick’s Day

Shamrock Shuffle 5K & 1K – The 9th Annual Shamrock Shuffle will be held at O.P. Schnabel Park on March 12. Registration ends March 11. This is a jogger/stroller-friendly course and dogs are allowed.

Dyeing of the San Antonio River – An annual St. Patrick’s Day tradition in San Antonio will continue this year — the dyeing of the San Antonio River along the River Walk. This year, the dyeing will take place from 1-3 p.m. on March 17 and March 19. There will also be parades on March 19.

St. Patrick’s Day Artisan Show – You can shop from more than 40 handmade artisan booths, including pottery, textiles, jewelry, woodwork, paintings, beadwork, and more at this artisan show that takes place March 18-20 at the 602 E. Commerce Street near the Shops at Rivercenter.

Howl at the Moon – Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at this street festival on March 19. Howl at the Moon will be donating a portion of ticket sales to the San Antonio Humane Society.

Lucky’s St. Patrick’s Day Pub Crawl – This is the 5th annual Lucky’s St. Patrick’s Day Pub Crawl. Check-in starts at Pat O’Briens on March 19.

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Do you have any ideas or know about any events going on in the area. You can reach me at mpatton@ksat.com.

-Mary Claire Patton, KSAT Digital Journalist