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BKCEDC supports incubator project with $75,000 donation
BKCEDC supports incubator project with $75,000 donation
The Boerne Kendall County Economic Development Corporation recently made a $75,000 donation toward the launch of Das GreenHaus, the first business incubator in Kendall County scheduled to open in early 2023. The $75,000 investment in the project signifies the commitment the BKCEDC has made to assist with the establishment of Das GreenHaus, information in a press release stated. 07/08/2022 12:00 AM
The Boerne Star visits Europe
The Boerne Star visits Europe
A group of Boerne High students, parents and teachers recently went on an 11-day trip to Europe and visited four different countries. The group took along a copy of the Boerne Star for their reading enjoyment. The group visited France, Switzerland, Germany and Austria and posed for a photo in front of Nueschwanstein Castle in Hohenschwangau, Germany, the inspiration for the Disney Cinderella castle. Holding the copy of the newspaper is BHS girls soccer coach Jeremy Shannon. Submitted photo 07/08/2022 12:00 AM
Budget season begins
Budget season begins
As the budget season for the next fiscal year nears, Boerne city staff and officials are gearing up to begin the budget process with the many fiscal impacts of the past year in mind. 07/08/2022 12:00 AM
BISD drug testing ‘on target’
BISD drug testing ‘on target’
During the recently completed 2022-23 academic year, less than 5 percent of Boerne ISD students who were checked for drug use tested positive. 07/08/2022 12:00 AM
Freedom rings through Comfort
Freedom rings through Comfort
The town of Comfort hosted its annual Independence Day Parade Monday, kicking off with its Children’s Bike Parade before businesses, organizations and residences lined the streets with colorful floats and flags. Photos by Scarlet Lyons 07/08/2022 12:00 AM
County Conservation: Commissioners eye parks funding
County Conservation: Commissioners eye parks funding
The Kendall County commissioners are looking for ways to fund park land acquisition and other land protection efforts after a local nonprofit director urged county officials to match development with conservation. 07/08/2022 12:00 AM
Centurions elect new officers
Centurions elect new officers
The Centurions of Kendall County recently elected new officers for 2022-23. They took office at the Centurions’ annual installation ceremony at Fair Oaks Ranch Country Club. The new officers are, from left: Historian Ken Nietenhoefer, Secretary Randy Niemeier, Treasurer Justin Boerner, President Paul Duran and Vice President Donnie Poitenent. The Centurions of Kendall County is a nonprofit association dedicated to the enrichment of life in Kendall County. The organization has contributed over $1 million to various groups and individuals. 07/05/2022 12:00 AM
Wet or dry? The nose isn’t always telling in dogs
Wet or dry? The nose isn’t always telling in dogs
It is a common belief that a wet nose is the sign of a healthy dog and that a dry nose indicates illness. 07/05/2022 12:00 AM
Boerne earns honors from state magazines
Boerne earns honors from state magazines
The city of Boerne recently earned a trio of honors from Texas-based magazines. The awards from “Austin Monthly,” “San Antonio Magazine” and Texas Music” were created to celebrate the top travel destinations and attractions across the Lone Star State, information from the city of Boerne stated. 07/05/2022 12:00 AM
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LAW ENFORCEMENT 07/05/2022 12:00 AM
451st District Court addresses several felony cases
451st District Court addresses several felony cases
The 451st District Court was in full swing Thursday morning as Fourth Administrative Judicial Region Judge Sid Harle ran through the felony docket, overseeing plea deals and issuing warrants for those who failed to make their court date. 07/05/2022 12:00 AM
Investigation continues into courthouse entrance fire
Investigation continues into courthouse entrance fire
Editor’s note: Because of The Star’s early press deadline due to the July 4 holiday on Monday, this story was written on Friday, July 1. 07/05/2022 12:00 AM
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