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Library continues special anniversary year
Library continues special anniversary year
The 1950s often are portrayed as a time of youthful exuberance and post-World War II suburbia happiness as the economic engine continued to hum along. And it was, of course, a magical time of growing up for those who are now in or approaching their eighth decade of circling the sun. 05/17/2022 12:00 AM
Circumstances with husband’s affair
Circumstances with husband’s affair
Q: My husband had an affair with another woman. It’s over now, I genuinely believe he’s truly sorry, and we’re working toward reconciliation. But as a somewhat embarrassing practical consideration – should he be tested for sexually transmitted infections (STI) and diseases? 05/17/2022 12:00 AM
Early runoff voting ends this Friday
Early runoff voting ends this Friday
Early voting in the May 24 primary runoff elections ends Friday, May 20. Under state law, voters who cast ballots in either party’s primary election must vote only in the same party’s runoff election. Voters who did not cast ballots in the primary may vote in either party’s runoff election. 05/17/2022 12:00 AM
Let us all come forth
Let us all come forth
Editor’s note: This is a reprinted column from Jack Purcell’s “On the Journey” archives. It originally appeared in The Star in 2013. 05/13/2022 12:00 AM
National Day of Prayer
National Day of Prayer
For the first time, the local National Day of Prayer took place at Messiah Lutheran Church in Boerne on Thursday, May 5. Several individuals led attendees through prayers, including Bryan English, front left, the director of the Church Ambassador Network, who led the prayer segment on government. Brad Sanders was the announcer; Helen Wenzel, with Angels All Around You Ministry, gave the prayer for the military; Mark Giardinelli was a coordinator; Mandi Turner was the praise singer; Kathlin Jauregui, director of the Hill Country Pregnancy Care Center, gave a prayer for families; Kathy Giardinelli was a coordinator; and Benton Leachman served as a singer and musician. Back row: Tim Ristow gave a prayer for media in America; Mike Lang, retired owner of KCAC, presented the prayer segment on business and the workplace; Artie Dolt was the reader; the Rev. Alex Lahue of Messiah gave the devotional and prayed for churches across the country; Elijah Hawkins was the worship Leader; and Bryan Degner, retired coach and American history teacher, led the prayer on education. Submitted photo 05/13/2022 12:00 AM
Financial issues facing women business owners
Financial issues facing women business owners
As a business owner, you’re always busy, so it’s understandable if you’ve put off thinking about events that won’t occur until far in the future – such as your retirement, the sale or transfer of your business and the settling of your estate. 05/13/2022 12:00 AM
Social and news media censorship
Social and news media censorship
Freedom of speech and information is the single most important aspect of a well-functioning democracy. 05/13/2022 12:00 AM
Haircuts, black cats and singing at the table
Haircuts, black cats and singing at the table
Beware. It’s here again. 05/13/2022 12:00 AM
Time to waddle and enjoy Boerne art scene
Time to waddle and enjoy Boerne art scene
Boerne Art Waddle, celebrating its 10th year, begins Friday afternoon at Tusculum Brewing Company on the Hill Country Mile for a Meet the Artists reception from 4 to 7 p.m. Featured artist Katrina Gorman will be available to share her creative spirit and sign this year’s art poster inspired by her fabric painting “New Smiles.” 05/13/2022 12:00 AM
National Day of Prayer
National Day of Prayer
05/11/2022 07:44 AM
‘Present Laughter’
‘Present Laughter’
05/11/2022 07:15 AM
Stroll along trail during annual Art Waddle
Stroll along trail during annual Art Waddle
05/11/2022 07:13 AM
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