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158. Spay, Neuter, Repeat: Solving San Antonio's Stray Problem

This week on bigcitysmalltown, we examine the pressing issue of San Antonio’s stray animal population and the role of affordable spay and neuter services in addressing it. With a 20% euthanasia rate at the city’s shelters and persistent challenges around pet overpopulation, anima ...  Show more

157. Grassroots Carbon is the San Antonio Startup Reinventing the Ranch Economy

This week on bigcitysmalltown, we examine Grassroots Carbon—a San Antonio-based company working at the intersection of ranching, environmental stewardship, and carbon markets. Founded in 2021 by Lew Moorman and Ed Byrne, Grassroots Carbon partners with ranchers across Texas and b ...  Show more

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