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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VIA Metropolitan Transit está rediseñando su mapa, pero primero necesita la opinión del público.
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Informed updates will make the system map easier to use. Participants who fill out the questionnaire will receive a 31 Day Pass.
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El primer parque temático ultra-accesible del mundo en Texas se expande con salón de belleza y hotel adaptables.
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When visitors enter Morgan's Wonderland in San Antonio, it looks like any other theme park. There’s a rollercoaster, a zip line, a Ferris wheel, and the smell of fresh popcorn. But what it won’t have are long lines or loud noises. Plus, it’s free for people with a disability.
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Morgan's Wonderland, which is believed to be the world's first ultra-accessible theme park, is expanding its offerings to include a hotel and a salon.
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Morgan's is also making improvements to Morgan's Inspiration Island, which is set to reopen in May.
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Abre Morgan's, un salón de belleza ultra-accesible con más planes de expansión a futuro.
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In addition to Morgan's Salon, an ultra-accessible hotel is in the works in San Antonio.
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The University of the Incarnate Word held its 37th annual Light the Way holiday festival Saturday night to bring one million Christmas lights to life on its campus. Fireworks and a large crowd of students and community members marked the tradition.
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The event is meant to help raise funds for families with children who have autism and be a safe space to take part in the Halloween rituals.