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Candice Avila-Garcia

9 months

When they tell you “once a journalist, always a journalist,” it’s true. Happy to be back at @mySA PR friends send me pitches at Candice.Garcia @mysa .com

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

6 months

Texas is really Texan’ right now: - Cowboys lose - ERCOT asking to conserve energy - HEB panic buying - Arctic blast Did I miss anything else?

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

Alright, alright, alright. 'Mask, vax, just keep livin' via @mySA

Matthew McConaughey's message to Abbott: 'Mask, vax, and just keep livin'

Matthew McConaughey's potential 2022 gubernatorial run is still a rumor...

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

School starts Monday for some San Antonio school districts and my heart aches for parents. Remember kids under 12 can’t get vaccinated. Whether or not kids “have mild reactions” isn’t the point. As a parent, I don’t ever want to see my child sick.

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

7 months

Hear me out - I think I perfected the best chips n’ salsa combo.

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

1 year

The best part of the Spurs’ #1 pick is my son will be able to grow up watching the Spurs play with their #1 pick like I did with Duncan in ‘97.

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

This puts the excuse of “my dog ate my homework” to shame. Read more by @smartinezwrites via @mySA

Peacock stops S.A. lab workers from getting to work

“Sorry I’m late, the peacock wouldn’t let me in!”

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

4 years

I just have one question, where is Dr. Fauci?!

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

2 years

I washed my car. I did my part to increase our rain chances in San Antonio 🌧

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

1 month

Hoodrat snacks taking me back to 2008 when I was at Jefferson HS.

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

CAREER UPDATE: Today is my last day at @mySA . Looking back on a decade as a journalist, I couldn’t be more happy with the growth I’ve gained professionally. As I turn the page of my new career in PR, journalism will always be in my heart.

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

4 years

My first day back at work and Slack is down. Okay I see you 2021 👀

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

It’s a reality that needs improvement in San Antonio. Read more on the new audit conducted by the @saahj and how local anchors are reacting to the numbers ⬇️ via @mySA

Why aren't there more Hispanic anchors in a predominantly Hispanic city like San Antonio?

Latinos make up a fraction of TV anchor spots in San Antonio.

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

2 years

IDK who needs to hear this but gas at Sam’s Club and Costco is $3.95 ⛽️

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

16 days

Early Sunday mornings at HEB are a vibe.

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

2 years

Holding my son extra tight tonight 💔

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

9 years

Whataburger in Fredericksburg honoring Wimberley flood victim who was a regular customer that will be missed. http://t.co/1HjGuJidvb

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

I can barely run a mile, so this is amazing for an important issue. via @mySA

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

Thank you @emiliaclarke for recognizing moms in your upcoming comic book M.O.M.:Mother of Madness.

Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

Just writing some mom things. The new comic book features an unlikely and often overlooked superhero: mom. #momlife READ MORE⬇️ via @mySA

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

CAREER UPDATE: After 10 years of journalism, I am entering new role in Public Relations. I want to be an example for my son & show him anything is possible if you have faith in yourself. It’s about challenging myself & taking a leap of faith to become who I am meant to be.

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

4 years

BREAKING: P. Terry’s is coming to San Antonio! 🍔🍟 @mySA READ MORE ⬇️⬇️

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

. @katiefriel ain't wrong when she says: "Yes, Love in Paradise is bad TV, but in that moment it represented something more: my antidote for this next phase of this horrible, never-ending pandemic." READ MORE ⬇️ via @mySA

I am so mad at Texas that this ridiculous reality show is the only thing getting me through

The only thing keeping me sane is watching a bunch of strangers try to find love in...

www.mysanantonio.com

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

5 years

The saddest tweet ever.

Eric

@EricPuenteee

5 years

This is a “barbacoa taco” in Austin..

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

5 months

No one hustles harder in San Antonio than a Girl Scout during cookie season 🍪

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

1 month

S A T U R D A Y

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

4 years

BREAKING: Metro Health confirms third travel-related case of coronavirus in San Antonio. Officials say the individual recently traveled to Spain. @mySA

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 months

My husband is cutting the yard and I’m cleaning the house. This is peak married life.

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

2 years

On my way to judge some great San Antonio BBQ for @MikeTaylorShow annual @for_keds cook-off benefiting @salarmysatx See ya there!

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

9 months

Only in San Antonio

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

4 years

San Antonio anchor @stevespriester may have gotten some serious 'street cred' thanks to @1future READ MORE ⬇️⬇️⬇️ via @mySA

San Antonio anchor featured on rapper Future's song

One of San Antonio's favorite anchors Steve Spriester, was featured on rapper Future's...

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

Fall print for fall weather 🍁 Cold front I see you 👀

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

8 months

You know that scene in Home Alone when Kevin goes grocery shopping and his total is like $19? Ugh what a time.

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

BRB going to watch the Halloween saga 🔪 via @mySA

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

4 years

BREAKING: First case of COVID-19 outside of quarantine confirmed in San Antonio. Officials say it was a travel-related. @mySA

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

Just writing some mom things. The new comic book features an unlikely and often overlooked superhero: mom. #momlife READ MORE⬇️ via @mySA

'Game of Thrones' star's new comic book unleashes unlikely superhero

This new comic book features an unlikely and often overlooked superhero: mom.

www.mysanantonio.com

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

1 month

San Antonio traffic. That’s it. That’s the tweet.

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

2 years

Charge your phones. That’s it. That’s the tweet.

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

32 and fabulous 🤍 Thank you for all the kind birthday wishes 🤍🤍

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

Details on this little San Antonio ‘cave’ gave me the chills. Read more about the cool little mystery at San Pedro Springs park as told by: @camillesaccount via @mySA

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

REMINDER: Vaccines are FREE 💉

City of San Antonio

@COSAGOV

3 years

No Appointment Needed! Here are the pop-up COVID-19 vaccine clinics across the city this week. To find the nearest vaccine clinic visit us online at

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

Cutest pumpkin in the patch 🎃

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

So much fun judging BBQ for @MikeTaylorShow @for_keds and the @salarmysatx 😋

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

I’m naming my next born, Diggs. That’s it. That’s the tweet.

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

. @KENS5 team welcomes a new female sports anchor joining @JoeKENS5 and @VinnieKENS5 Welcome to San Antonio @EricaRossKENS5 READ MORE ⬇️ via @mySA

KENS 5 adds female sports anchor Erica Ross to the team

KENS 5 announces new addition to the Eyewitness News team.

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

4 years

I keep getting asked what I want for my birthday. But when I look down at my son, I realize that my life is complete. 💙 My greatest gift this year was becoming a mother.

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

2 years

You know you’re Catholic when your mom reminds you at 7 a.m. to eat fish today.

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

Mom vibes.

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

2 years

Remember when you had to find out if school was canceled during winter weather by watching the ticker at the bottom of the morning newscast? Sigh. #millennial

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

2 years

It’s a toddler-free mama afternoon.

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

2 months

As a San Antonio native - I had no idea H-E-B had a store inside North Star Mall. Any guesses on what that spot is today? Great read by @stevensantanas Any other nostalgic spots we should know about? Tell us in the comments ⬇️

Yes. There was once an H-E-B inside North Star Mall.

H-E-B was in the mall until the early 1980s.

www.mysanantonio.com

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

2 years

Just a typical day in PR

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

Hands down the best project I've worked on so far this year! Check it out! ⬇️ via @mySA

If there was a movie about San Antonio anchors, here's who would play them.

Do you ever look at local TV anchors and think "they remind me of someone."Well, we...

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

I can respect this kind of urgency

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

2 years

🚨CAREER UPDATE🚨 Remember my articles on local TV personalities? Well I’m back, but in audio form! I’m the HOST of the NEW PODCAST, “Be Heard,” launched by @noisytrumpet ! 🧵THREAD AHEAD ⬇️

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

2 years

I went on my first business trip ✈️ The PR world is wild y’all and it was the best career decision I ever made.

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

Her last day on air was July 12. Details on her departure ⬇️

Isis Romero announces exit from KSAT 12

Her last day on air was July 12.

www.mysanantonio.com

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

2 months

Who else put bananas in their cornflakes cereal growing up? Bonus points if you made your own Frosted Flakes by adding sugar to it.

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

4 months

Anyone remember those AOL CDs for free internet hours? What a time!

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

So far only one San Antonio station has responded to my request for comment. Here’s what KENS 5 says about a recent audit on anchor diversity. READ MORE ⬇️

KENS 5 management responds to troubling SAAHJ report

The San Antonio station says they welcome ideas from SAAHJ on how to improve...

www.mysanantonio.com

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

2 years

I’ve lived in Texas my whole life and I still can’t get used to this rollercoaster weather. Pick a season!

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

2 months

I miss the TGIF lineup or renting movies from Blockbuster/Hollywood Video on Fridays. Those were the days.

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

2 years

My toddler loves bean and cheese tacos for breakfast. I’ve taught him well.

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

GOOD NEWS: @CletoRodriguez is improving and he has a message for those who remain unvaccinated READ MORE ⬇️

'I will be getting vaccinated:' Cleto Rodriguez shares emotional update from hospital bed

"This is no joke. It is scary."

www.mysanantonio.com

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

When they say journalism isn’t stressful…I beg to differ. Also being diagnosed with postpartum anxiety doesn’t help but I love what I do even if I get attacked for it.

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

5 years

🗣️ATTENTION SAN ANTONIO! @BurgerBoySA will open it's third location TODAY at 10:30 a.m. 🍔FIRST TEN PEOPLE GET A $100 BURGER BOY GIFT CARD!!! STORY VIA @TaylorPettaway READ MORE ⬇️⬇️⬇️ @mySA

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

So excited to be part of this great team! If you haven’t already give @NoisyTrumpet a follow ⬇️

Noisy Trumpet 🎺

@NoisyTrumpet

3 years

Meet the newest additions to the team: Ray and Candice! They are joining the team as a Senior Full Stack Developer and a Public Relations Account Executive, respectively.🎺

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

2 years

Nov. 1 Me:

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

No one: Absolutely no one: My neighbor: Have you seen my pet scorpion

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

I’m sending my husband to @heb with a grocery list. Prayers.

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

2 months

In honor of Mother's Day coming up, things San Antonio moms say: "Don't go out with your hair wet or you'll get sick."

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

San Antonio TV journalist @MMedinanews shares details on her next adventure with @SATXPolice via @mySA

KENS 5 reporter parting ways with the San Antonio TV station

Journalist Mariah Medina will be switching roles from TV to public relations.

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

. @CletoRodriguez remains in ICU fighting for his life. His wife spoke with @News4SA on the importance of getting vaccinated. READ ⬇️

'None of us were vaccinated': Cleto Rodriguez's wife urges people to get COVID vaccine

Members of the family shared their story with News 4 San Antonio.

www.mysanantonio.com

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

4 years

If you’re wondering the app the city talked about in order to receive updates on COVID-19 it’s called “Ready South Texas” in the App Store both in the iTunes and Google Play stores. You can also text COSAGOV to 55000 to receive text message updates. @mySA

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

It was such a pleasure to catch up and chat with @TheBridgetSmith . A true gem in the TV business. She's doing big things in Los Angeles, but never forgets her roots in San Antonio. READ MORE ⬇️ via @mySA

Longtime San Antonio TV anchor gets candid about leaving her hometown

Former 'Great Day SA' host Bridget Smith is thriving with a new show in the works and...

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

5 years

How sweet of @RomaV_TV for the kind shout out on @GreatDaySA ! So happy & honored to have shared her story of being cancer survivor. Read the full story on @mySA by clicking this link ➡️

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

2 years

After work look in 3…2…1 Mom mode activated.

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

4 years

JUST IN: Gov. Abbott says San Antonio will get its first drive-thru testing site in Texas. @mySA

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

2 years

Anyone else in San Antonio remember watching “Our Part of Town Talent Show” on TV? Sigh. Those were the days!

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

*Checks cold front essentials* 🍜 Caldo 🧥 Sweater ☕️ PSL Because...you know, San Antonio. via @mySA

Cold front bringing fall-like temperatures to San Antonio area

Just one more day of sizzling temperatures, folks.

www.mysanantonio.com

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

No one: Me the day after Halloween:

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

2 months

Also if you won - what would you turn it into? Me - I'll bring back Bonanza (IYKYK)

Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

2 months

The starting bid for this San Antonio Red Lobster - $5,000. Who will be the lucky winner? 🦞 via @mySA

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

4 years

🗣 I don’t know who needs to hear this but Supermarket Sweep is now on @netflix . I still dream of being on the show everytime I walk into an H-E-B.

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

I don’t return to work until Jan. 3?!? Again, is this what normal life is like? #recoveringjournalist

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

Trying @HEB butter tortillas brings me major childhood vibes. 🤤

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

5 years

BREAKING: It turns out the Spurs weren't finished with their offseason after all. via @mySA

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

2 years

A beautiful sight in San Antonio 🌧

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

2 years

Because even as a mom, I’m securing media coverage 🎂 Happy Birthday to my little toddler! @alexgarcia_wx

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

4 years

Holy Week is officially underway. I think this Lenten season has been the biggest reminder to pray to God and trust him with all your worries. Although we may feel alone, God never abandons us. 🙏🏻

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

8 months

It’s the Monday-est of all Mondays.

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

2 years

For the first time in my 10 year professional career, I have an office. It’s the weirdest feeling y’all. #PRLife BTW decorating is underway.

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

For nearly 25 years @BillTaylorKENS5 has served San Antonio viewers. But, there are a few things viewers may not know about the weather chief - like he's been seen on TikTok busting a move. Yep, it's true! ⬇️Read my chat w/ Bill about life on & off cam

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

9 months

In my mom “trying to keep it together” era

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

4 years

I'm really going to miss the Luann plate. 😢 READ MORE ⬇️⬇️⬇️ via @mySA

Luby’s to sell restaurant business and assets

Luby’s, the iconic but struggling Texas cafeteria chain known for its comfort foods,...

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

My son slept 7 hours without waking up last night. Then woke up for a feeding and went right back to sleep this morning. I don’t even know when the last time I got a full night’s sleep. This is such a magical moment.

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

1 year

Anyone else feel like this weather came out of nowhere?

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

This mama is back in action. After battling COVID-19 these past few weeks I’m back at work and back to being the 100% for my son. Let’s get this week started mamas!

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

4 years

When I see someone without a mask and not social distancing, I don’t think about the consequences they will have. Instead, I think of the nurses and doctors who have already worked tirelessly around the clock to take care of COVID-19 patients. Just wear a mask 😷

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

6 years

As the @HurricaneCon comes to an end for 2018, @EdPiotrowski doing the last live shot from this year’s conference. Ending it with a bang as he interviews storm chaser @iCyclone #NTWC18 #NTWC2018 @SouthPadreTexas

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

3 years

I worked on a fun piece for @mySA because we just need a little break from everything right now. San Antonio anchors settle the debate...Do they do their own makeup? Here's what @CamillaR_TV @gomez_mayde and @Simone_DeAlba had to say. READ MORE:

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Candice Avila-Garcia

@_candicegarcia

2 years

Media night at @SAMAart for a very special Tony Parker exhibit. #prlife

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