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Aging mother will need help soon
Aging mother will need help soon
Q: My aged mother still lives independently in her own home, but it’s becoming clear that my siblings and I are going to have to step in soon to help her handle her finances and other business matters. Do you have any advice for preparing for what’s to come? 01/25/2022 12:00 AM
Registration form shortage as deadline nears
Registration form shortage as deadline nears
Less than a week remains before the Jan. 31 deadline to register to vote in the March 1 primary. 01/25/2022 12:00 AM
Celebrate the new year, Chinese style
Celebrate the new year, Chinese style
New Year’s Day is weeks past, horns and fluted glasses gone the way of Christmas lights and baubles. But for those of Asian heritage, a glorious celebrate awaits – Asian New Year, also known as the Spring Festival. 01/25/2022 12:00 AM
Boerne ISD names members of 2022 distinguished alumni class
Boerne ISD names members of 2022 distinguished alumni class
The Boerne Independent School District announced Boerne’s Best Distinguished Alumni Class of 2022 inductees. This year’s honorees are Michelle Beadle (BHS ’94), Joseph A. Bergmann (BHS ‘63), Rachel Seewald (BHS ’88) and Robert “Rob” Bradley (BHS ’80) with the Benefactor Award being presented to Carol Mathews. 01/25/2022 12:00 AM
Spring Break Camp at the Cibolo
Spring Break Camp at the Cibolo
This March, we are excited to host our annual three-day Spring Break Camp at the Cibolo, where children can connect with nature while learning and exploring the 160 acres of the Cibolo Nature Center and Herff Farm. 01/25/2022 12:00 AM
The Bortle scale figures out backyard sky quality
The Bortle scale figures out backyard sky quality
If I were to write a book, here would be the ending paragraph. 01/25/2022 12:00 AM
Give yourself some ‘paychecks’ for retirement
Give yourself some ‘paychecks’ for retirement
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? 01/21/2022 12:00 AM
Agreements with God are life-changing
Agreements with God are life-changing
Editor’s note: This is a reprinted column from Jack Purcell’s “On the Journey” archives. It originally appeared in The Star in 2013. 01/21/2022 12:00 AM
Differing views on crime impact
Differing views on crime impact
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. 01/21/2022 12:00 AM
A wonderful setting for a wonderful award
A wonderful setting for a wonderful award
It was quite the scene and atmosphere last Saturday morning at The Bevy here in Boerne, if I say so myself. 01/21/2022 12:00 AM
Literature created under lock and key
Literature created under lock and key
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. 01/21/2022 12:00 AM
Relationships … accepted, safe and significant
Relationships … accepted, safe and significant
When it comes to this month’s lifeskills, relationships and core values, look around you. How does your family, community, even systems and institutions support your core values? 01/21/2022 12:00 AM
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