Author: Matthew McDaniel

OBITUARY Carlos A. Mendez Jr., 57, of Arlington, died tragically on Nov. 7 after being struck by a large vehicle during his morning run on Oct. 27, according to family friends. He is survived by his wife, Cynthia (Cindy), and sons Samuel and Luke. After beginning his career in San Angelo, Mendez went on to cover sports for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram for almost two decades, writing about major league baseball, NASCAR, TCU athletics, and NFL football. Mendez was born April 17, 1968, and raised in San Angelo, where he began developing his writing talents in middle school, benefitting from…

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For folks thinking about taking the next step in business, going out on a limb can seem scary. Whether it’s starting from scratch or expanding an existing operation, having your ducks in a row can give you peace-of-mind, and help you and the people you need help from make informed decisions. According to the experts, the best way to do that is with a business plan. RELATED: SA Biz Plan Competition Enters Home Stretch If you haven’t done one before, (or maybe even if you have), investing the time to help make your proposal go the distance is well worth…

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