Life + Culture

Tuscany in Texas

Inside the Magic of In Contrada Article and Photography by Chelsea Humphreys Step through the gates at In Contrada and you might forget you’re still in Texas. Jasmine hangs in the air, live music drifts through the vines, and somewhere nearby, a wood-fired pizza is bubbling to life. It feels more like a lazy afternoon in the Italian countryside than a weekend in San Antonio.   That’s exactly what Ed and his wife, Karen, had in mind when they found the property during the pandemic. With their...

Life + Culture

Wander Together

Helping others travel with heart and confidence Article by Sydney Leever | Photography by Yvette Hartridge Tucked between the oak trees of San Antonio’s hill country sits a suburban home that holds treasures from across the globe, including handwoven African table runners, Aztec tapestries, and spirit animal idols painted at Machu Picchu. It’s the home of Nikki and Tommie Jones, Stone Oak locals and retired Army veterans with a combined 50 years of service and a passion for travel that has...

Arts + Culture

Never Too Late to Rock

Rock of Ages is redefining what it means to grow older—with music, friendship, and unforgettable performances. Article by Jessie Mangum | Photography by Michele Patton At School of Rock San Antonio, music is more than a performance—it’s a powerful tool for connection, creativity, and lifelong learning. The Rock of Ages program, designed specifically for adults aged 50 and better, exemplifies this mission by creating a welcoming space where older adults can thrive both musically and socially...

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Unbreakable Journey

Dr. Robb Kelly’s path from rock bottom to lasting recovery Article by Sydney Leever | Photography by Yvette Hartridge When you think of an addiction specialist, what comes to mind? Business casual? A fancy PhD? While Robb Kelly does hold a PhD from Oxford, I was not expecting the doctor to greet me wearing neon green glasses, plaid green trousers, and matching green monogrammed moccasins. He owns 18 pairs of glasses in various colors including green, red, and even rainbow. “When I first...