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It was my privilege as a retired museum professional to take part in feasibility discussions, exploring the potential of refurbishing the affectionately referred to Old Jailhouse. Those participating were given a tour that included time in the second-floor cells. At that moment, I recalled conversations regarding literature created by the incarcerated.

The Texas Department of Transportation announced earlier this week it has delayed the planned Highway 46 bridge demolition work over Interstate 10 for two weeks.

A group of people decided to continue the Boerne tradition of marching in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday as they gathered at Main Plaza and made their way along Main Street. The annual march usually is sponsored by the Boerne Family YMCA, but concerns about the recent surge in local COVID-19 cases prompted the organization to cancel its plans. 

It was quite the scene and atmosphere last Saturday morning at The Bevy here in Boerne, if I say so myself.

One issue that differentiates Republicans and Democrats as we enter the midterm election season is crime. Today, we will analyze the different approaches of the two parties toward crime and its impact on our citizens.

Editor’s note: This is a reprinted column from Jack Purcell’s “On the Journey” archives. It originally appeared in The Star in 2013.

During your working years, you’ve probably met the costs of living through your salary. But once you retire, where will the money come from? Is there a way to give yourself a “paycheck” for retirement?