
Jackie Velez
News Desk Assistantjackie@tpr.org
(210) 614-8977 x332
Jackie Velez is the News Desk Assistant.
Jackie came to TPR as a board operator and assisted with production on TPR’s “The Source.” She now produces general topics for the TPR Newsroom as well as topics from “The Source.”
Jackie grew up in San Antonio Texas and has two bachelor’s degrees in communications with a concentration in journalism and English from the University of the Incarnate Word.
Before joining TPR, she was a marketing intern for the locally based magazine, 71 Magazine, an international interactive publication in 2018 and a digital reporter intern for La Prensa in 2021. In her spare time, Jackie takes part in the writing and performance group Teatro Esperanza. Teatro Esperanza is a group of women who write about their life experiences and growing up in San Antonio. Jackie has also performed on stage for Jump-Start Performance Company and Overtime Theater.
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Events across the city offer art exhibits, film screenings, yoga sessions, book discussions, and puzzles.
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VIA will host a public hearing on the proposed changes at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 19, at the VIA Metro Center, 1021 San Pedro Ave.
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Pigs race, livestock is judged, and students compete for scholarship prizes.
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The Mermaid Cafe is expected to open on Blanco Road in March.
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The production begins at 7 on Friday night and Saturday night at Southwest High School.
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The Miscast Theatre’s production of '17 Minutes' runs from Jan. 24 to Feb. 8 at the Palo Alto College Performing Arts Center.
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The Department of Labor is accepting public comment on the proposed rule through Jan. 17.
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The venue puts on family-friendly performances, and it is the latest space to become sensory certified by KultureCity, a nonprofit that works with venues to include sensory-friendly modifications.
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There's something for everyone at San Antonio's holiday markets and events—unique gift ideas and fun for the whole family.
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Winter weather is creeping into the city, and the group is ready to help keep stray cats warm with environmentally friendly products.