Fiesta Commission President Charles Barrett (at lectern) prepares for a news conference as Fiesta royalty shake maracas.
San Antonio DA Susan Reed and Fiesta Commission President Charles Barrett pose for a photo before the news conference.
The conference begins.
DA Susan Reed encourages everyone to use designated dirvers if they drink during Fiesta events.
Fiesta Commission President Charles Barrett praises the efforts of various groups to promote alcohol safety.
DA Susan Reed talks to a KENS reporter after the news conference.
Jessica Ramirez, Miss Fiesta San Antonio 2009, is interviewed.
Ashley Dixon, the Queen of Soul, talks with a reporter. She is flanked by her court.
Charles Barrett waves as he concludes his remarks at the news conference sponsored by the San Antonio Coalition on Alcohol and Drug Abuse