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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The Epilepsy Foundation Central & South Texas recently held a training session on what to do when a person suffers a seizure. -
Training is available for companies, organizations, government entities, and anyone who integrates accessibility into work and personal spaces. -
Se espera que la nueva Terminal C del aeropuerto abra sus puertas en 2028. -
The airport’s new Terminal C is expected to open in 2028.
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On Saturday, September 13, the Deaf Association of San Antonio (DASA) held its long-awaited return of the Deaf Festival. -
This slate of events promises something for everyone celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month. -
Dennise Frausto is a braillist who creates curriculum for Northside Independent School District for visually-impaired students. -
September is National Library Card Sign-Up Month. -
Public comments on the proposed rescission were being accepted through Sept. 2. The extended deadline is now Sept. 17. -
New sensory-friendly surgical center offers procedures for disabled patients seeking outpatient careThe University Health Surgery Center at Morgan’s MAC is open Monday through Friday 6 a.m. to 5 p.m., and closed weekends.
