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No debate: BHS tops field
No debate: BHS tops field
The Boerne High School Speech and Debate Team won the 2022 District 28 4-A championship at the end of January. Clare Stauber and Connor MacDonald went a perfect 5-0 during the tournament to qualify for the UIL state meet at the University of Texas at Austin in March. Submitted photo 02/15/2022 12:00 AM
Geneva employs new development director
Geneva employs new development director
The Geneva School of Boerne recently announced it has hired Melissa McKenzie as its new development director. She joined the school’s advancement team on February 1. 02/15/2022 12:00 AM
Cibolo recognizes city employee
Cibolo recognizes city employee
The Cibolo Center for Conservation recently recognized Laura Haning, the director of the City’s Planning and Community Development Department, for her leadership during the creation of the Unified Development Code. 02/15/2022 12:00 AM
Creating strong bond with mate
Creating strong bond with mate
Q: My wife and I often feel overwhelmed by “life stuff.” I think we spend so much time and energy in our roles as Mom and Dad that we neglect our own relationship. Is it just a case of recognizing that our needs as a couple have to be put on hold until our kids are older and less demanding? 02/15/2022 12:00 AM
Mail-in ballot applications rejected at high rate
Mail-in ballot applications rejected at high rate
Mail-in ballot applications for the March 1 primary are being rejected by almost 40 percent – largely because of a missing ID number, which is now required after a new voting bill passed the legislature last year. 02/15/2022 12:00 AM
Clarification
Clarification
Empty Bowls Hill Country is scheduled from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, February 19, at Kronkosky Place, 17 Old San Antonio Road in Boerne. The soups that go with the purchase of a bowl will be packed in “to go” containers. 02/15/2022 12:00 AM
Genealogical Society of Kendall County presents history award
Genealogical Society of Kendall County presents history award
The Genealogical Society of Kendall County named the first winner of its Ed Mergele Award for History. Author Janice Hosking Brazil was honored for her book, “Voices Among the Leaves, An American History As Seen From Our Family Tree.” Brazil was presented with an engraved crystal trophy and cash award during the society’s January meeting. 02/11/2022 12:00 AM
Gallery 195 presenting Pankey exhibition
Gallery 195 presenting Pankey exhibition
Gallery 195 of Boerne is sponsoring a meet the artists reception from 4 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, February 12, where guests can enjoy a glass of wine – and good conversation. 02/11/2022 12:00 AM
BHS sophomore named to national orchestra
BHS sophomore named to national orchestra
Boerne High School sophomore violinist Sam Igbo has been invited to be a member of the National Youth Orchestra of the United States of America for the 2022 season. Igbo was named to the All-State Orchestra earlier in the school year. 02/11/2022 12:00 AM
Faery seeks to become Precinct 2 justice of the peace
Faery seeks to become Precinct 2 justice of the peace
William E. Faery has filed as a candidate for the Tuesday, March 1, Republican primary election. He is seeking the seat of Precinct 2 justice of the peace. 02/11/2022 12:00 AM
The reality of true forgiveness
The reality of true forgiveness
Editor’s note: This is a reprinted column from Jack Purcell’s “On the Journey” archives. It originally appeared in The Star in 2013. 02/11/2022 12:00 AM
Should inflation affect investment?
Should inflation affect investment?
As you know, inflation heated up in 2021, following years of pretty stable – and low – numbers. And now, early in 2022, we’re still seeing elevated prices. As a consumer, you may need to adjust your activities somewhat, but as an investor, how should you respond to inflation? 02/11/2022 12:00 AM
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