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Cornell is a hero in his own way
Cornell is a hero in his own way

Brad Cornell is all about helping others, and he gives an emphasized meaning to the common phrase “Service with a smile.”

01/18/2022 12:00 AM
COVID cases still on way up
COVID cases still on way up

With the omicron variant of COVID-19 still spreading rapidly throughout the county, state and nation, the Kendall County officials are working to set up a county testing facility and to put on more vaccination drives.

01/18/2022 12:00 AM
Planners eye permit guidance assistance
Planners eye permit guidance assistance

The Boerne Planning and Zoning Commission is looking to establish a subcommittee to develop criteria that will guide planners in approving or denying special-use permits for bed-and-breakfasts around town. The concept came up after handfuls of requests were brought before the planners during each meeting since the adoption of the new Unified Development Code last year.

01/18/2022 12:00 AM
Sawin declares as an independent for Texas House District 19 seat
Sawin declares as an independent for Texas House District 19 seat

LAKEWAY — Kodi Sawin recently submitted her Declaration of Intent to run as an independent for state representative in Texas House District 19.

01/18/2022 12:00 AM
Dozens of school districts close due to COVID
Dozens of school districts close due to COVID

Several dozen school districts across the state were forced to close last week because of the omicron variant of COVID-19, sending home students, staff and teachers. Most school districts planned to reopen on Tuesday following the MLK holiday.

01/18/2022 12:00 AM
COVID-19 causes Geneva to cancel classes around weekend, MKL holiday
COVID-19 causes Geneva to cancel classes around weekend, MKL holiday

The Geneva School of Boerne canceled classes last Friday and this Tuesday around Monday’s Martin Luther King Jr. holiday because of a spike in COVID-19 cases, officials announced.

01/18/2022 12:00 AM
Planning for incapacity because we never know
Planning for incapacity because we never know

When it comes to estate planning, most people automatically think about only a will or trust to ensure the right people inherit their stuff when they die. Although that thought is not wrong, it also leaves out a very important piece of planning for life. Consider that at some point before your eventual death, you could be incapacitated by accident or illness.

01/18/2022 12:00 AM
Abbott appoints Boerne resident to Specialty Courts Advisory Council
Abbott appoints Boerne resident to Specialty Courts Advisory Council

AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott has appointed five individuals, including Diane Bull of Boerne, to the Specialty Courts Advisory Council. The council evaluates applications for grant funding for specialty courts from the governor’s office and makes funding recommendations to the criminal justice division regarding best practices.

01/18/2022 12:00 AM
Secretary of state reminds Texans to register to vote for March 1 primary
Secretary of state reminds Texans to register to vote for March 1 primary

AUSTIN — Texas Secretary of State John Scott last week reminded all eligible Texas voters to make sure they are registered to vote ahead of the January 31 voter registration deadline for the March 1, 2022, primary elections in Texas.

01/18/2022 12:00 AM
One more look…
One more look…

The annual Kendall County Junior Livestock Show took place at the youth agriculture and equestrian center during the first week in January as hundreds of local 4H and FFA youth showed their best animals during the various shows and competitions. The cattle were in the spotlight toward the end of the week as Bailey Fischer (Bib 156) works her Brahman to keep it in line as she paraded around the arena before Addison Page patiently waited behind her Hereford variety for the judges to finish. During the middle of the week, sheep, goats and lambs took center stage, and Mason Rogers walked his goat and then tried to keep it under control. Star photos by Keith E. Domke and Tenley Jackson

01/18/2022 12:00 AM
Heirloom Boutique
Heirloom Boutique

The Greater Boerne Chamber of Commerce recently welcomed Heirloom Boutique into the Boerne business community with a special ribbon-cutting ceremony. Heirloom Boutique was founded with one mission in mind: to offer cute, everyday clothes that surpass the trends. Sometimes trendy, boutique clothing doesn’t always fit the day-to-day life, and that’s why Heirloom offers clothing that fits everyday life and needs. Find Heirloom Boutique set up at Boerne Market Days every month, by going to heirloomtx.com or keep up by following its Facebook page or on Instagram or Pinterest. Individuals also may call 210-373-2242.

01/14/2022 12:00 AM
Kendall County Junior Livestock Association
Kendall County Junior Livestock Association

The Greater Boerne Chamber of Commerce played host to a special ribbon-cutting ceremony to help celebrate the 2022 Kendall County Junior Livestock Show and Sale. The ceremony took place before the sale at the Kendall County Youth Agriculture and Equestrian Center. The Kendall County Jr. Livestock Show Association provides an opportunity for 4-H and FFA members to exhibit their livestock projects before the public fostering excellence in livestock production skills and practices. The money the youth earn at the sale helps to fund their higher education goals in the future. Photo courtesy of the Greater Boerne Chamber of Commerce

01/14/2022 12:00 AM
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