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December ramblings in the night sky
December ramblings in the night sky
I have a lot of things to discuss this month, so let’s dive right into it. Since Christmas is right around the corner, I get inquiries about this time for the best telescope for the budding Astrophysicist in your family. 12/04/2022 12:00 AM
Fair Oaks Ranch Rotarians earn club of the year honors
Fair Oaks Ranch Rotarians earn club of the year honors
The Rotary Club of Fair Oaks Ranch was recognized as the 2021-22 “Club of the Year” at the Annual Rotary District 5840 Conference held Nov. 9 through Nov. 11 in Kerrville. In addition, Greg Maxton, who served as president during the July 2021 to June 2022 rotary year, was selected as “President of the Year.” 11/30/2022 12:00 AM
Adopting a shelter/rescue cat Part
Adopting a shelter/rescue cat Part
After finding the perfect feline friend at a rescue or shelter to add to the family, many people cannot wait to bring their new addition home. 11/30/2022 12:00 AM
People with synesthesia experience world with multiple senses
People with synesthesia experience world with multiple senses
Dear Doctors: When our grandson first learned his colors, he sang them along with music. We thought he was copying that song for learning the ABCs. But when he got older, he started saying that he 'hears' the colors. We have been told this is called synesthesia. How and why does it happen? 11/30/2022 12:00 AM
8 BISD students honored by local vets
8 BISD students honored by local vets
A total of eight Boerne ISD Students and Staff have been selected to receive awards from Boerne’s VFW Post 688. Three students won awards in the Patriot’s Pen Essay Contest, while three earned accolades in the Voice of Democracy Audio Essay Contest, and two Teachers earned Citizenship Teacher Awards. 11/30/2022 12:00 AM
Beer road trip: New Braunfels – Part
Beer road trip: New Braunfels – Part
Guadalupe Brewing Co. got its start as many small breweries do, making beer in a pieced together system in a leased warehouse space. Bordered by farmland and a massive limestone quarry and cement plant on the southwestern edge of New Braunfels, Keith and Anna Kilker have spent years moving away from the warehouse and tasting-room vibe to create a destination. 11/27/2022 12:00 AM
GVTC Foundation’s Thanksgiving Give Back Project delivers 616 meals
GVTC Foundation’s Thanksgiving Give Back Project delivers 616 meals
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Is a donor-advised fund right for you?
Is a donor-advised fund right for you?
You can find many ways to support charitable organizations. One method that’s gained popularity over the past few years is called a donor-advised fund. Should you consider it? 11/27/2022 12:00 AM
Boerne bonds approved by voters
Boerne bonds approved by voters
The City of Boerne’s two bond propositions were approved by voters in the November 8, 2022, General Election, based on the unofficial results. 11/27/2022 12:00 AM
HCDBM invites you to “Give Hope” this Giving Tuesday
HCDBM invites you to “Give Hope” this Giving Tuesday
BOERNE— Hill Country Daily Bread Ministries will celebrate GivingTuesday with millions of others around the world for a global giving day Nov. 29. GivingTuesday kicks-off the generosity season, and HCDBM aims to continue to “give hope” by uniting and equipping people with food, resources and training to transform lives through Christ. 11/27/2022 12:00 AM
The gift of reading
The gift of reading
I’ve been reading books with a theme, once again. For the last several months I devoured any books I could get my hands on about libraries or bookshops. Then I discovered a sub-genre, if you will, among these. I was drawn to books that explored the idea of “the gift of reading.” I found this in both fiction and non-fiction titles. 11/27/2022 12:00 AM
Boerne Chamber tells of Christmas cheer
Boerne Chamber tells of Christmas cheer
‘Tis the season to shop local in Boerne! I’d like to invite our community to support our Boerne Restaurant and Retailer Owner’s Association this December for A Toast to Old Town and Kinder Fest weekends. 11/27/2022 12:00 AM
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