SATX-NSA: Impact 10/8/2025

A new pediatric dentistry practice is coming to the Castle Hills area of northern San Antonio.

Called Wellness Pediatric Dentistry and Airway, it’s expected to open in early December at 2211 NW Military Hwy., Ste. 119 in the Castle Hills Market strip mall.

What’s special about it? “We're going to offer holistic pediatric dentistry including fluoride-free options and biocompatible materials,” Owner and practicing dentist Dr. Christi Wengler told Community Impact in an email.

The clinic’s main focus will be on pediatric patients below 17 years old, with standard cleanings, check-ups, exams and in-house sedation plus comfort options.

Additional treatments include “airway evaluation and treatment; including palate expansion, Invisalign and minimally invasive dentistry,” Wengler said.

The context: The clinic is one of four that have expanded into the north San Antonio area over the last few months, according to previous reporting from Community Impact.

• 2211 NW Military Hwy., Ste. 119, Castle Hills

A popular chain of Japanese department stores has made its way into San Antonio, opening its first location in the region.

In case you missed it: Teso Life officially launched to the public on Oct. 3 at 12720 I-10 in Northwest San Antonio, the store’s management team told Community Impact during the grand opening.

Headquartered in New York, the supermarket chain has locations across the country, with over 30 locations from the East to the West Coast.

In Texas, their store locator tool shows additional locations in Houston and Dallas, marking the chain’s third city in the state.

What’s special about it?: From health and hygiene products, housewares, car supplies and more, Teso Life has the standard offerings of a supermarket, although sourced internationally, according to their website.

There’s also an eclectic supply of Asian foods and beverages on sale, like Japanese desserts, chips, sodas and more.

Additionally, the store has a section of claw machines where customers can win prizes, alongside a dedicated toys section including Labubu dolls and more.

• 12720 I-10, San Antonio

The University of Texas at San Antonio, UTSA, is expanding its student housing in 2026.

The details: Located at 14440 Roadrunner Way, the new 188,301-square-foot construction will be a four-story building with a total of 163 units. The building also features nine handicap-accessible units. A swimming pool is also planned as a future project.

The project is estimated to begin on Nov. 11 and be completed on July 1, 2026.

• 14440 Roadrunner Way, San Antonio

From Oct. 13-19, Texas residents will not have to pay to apply to in-state public colleges and universities.

The details: During Free College Application Week, application fees will be waived for all Texas residents applying to undergraduate programs at public colleges and universities located in Texas. First-time college students, transfer students and students returning to school are eligible, according to the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.

To qualify for the fee waiver, all applications must be submitted through ApplyTexas, the state’s college application portal.

What they're saying: “Texas prioritizes opportunities for students to pursue the best education they need to succeed in high demand, good-paying jobs after graduation,” Gov. Greg Abbott said in an Aug. 29 news release. “By supporting our students today, we are investing in a stronger Texas tomorrow.” 

Put in perspective: Most high school seniors apply to 5-10 colleges or universities and each application costs about $60-$75, state lawmakers estimated in June.