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Defendants reach plea deals in district court
Defendants reach plea deals in district court
In typical fashion, as trial dates approached, several defendants struck plea agreements with the prosecutors in the Kendall County District Attorney’s office last Friday afternoon during the felony and misdemeanor pretrial hearings. 01/21/2022 12:00 AM
$165.6 million
$165.6 million
Focusing on community growth, safety concerns and the needs of the district, the Boerne ISD Long-Range Planning Committee recommended a $162.64 million bond to the board of trustees during a special meeting Tuesday night. 01/21/2022 12:00 AM
UTVs get green light in FOR
UTVs get green light in FOR
The Fair Oaks Ranch City Council last week unanimously approved an ordinance amendment allowing the use of off-highway and utility vehicles on city streets while implementing additional safety requirements to ensure the safety of the city’s residents. 01/21/2022 12:00 AM
Canine companion
Canine companion
The Patrick Heath Public Library welcomed Dwight and his owner, Marty Chapman, left above, for a special PAWS for Reading event this past Saturday as children had the opportunity to read and share a story with a trained therapy dog. Recent studies have shown the enormous benefits of sharing a book with a dog as children gain confidence in their reading and oratory skills by doing so. The library plans to host the event monthly. 01/21/2022 12:00 AM
Four-wheeled assistance
Four-wheeled assistance
Earlier this month, Kronkosky Place received a $75,000 check from the Kendall County Commissioners Court to purchase a new handicap-accessible van to continue to provide transportation for seniors. The funding was part of the American Rescue Plan Act which was allocated to Kendall County. Kronkosky Place is an activity center that provides an environment for anyone age 55 and up to participate in leisurely and engaging activities. The transportation program has been an ongoing lifeline for many seniors in the community. KPlace transportation facilitates rides for seniors to and from the center to the grocery store, doctors’ appointments and other essential errands in the local community and will now be able to assist those living with a disability. Pictured are, from left, Nutrition Program Director Jonathan Rivera, CEO Olivia Burdick, Development Director Jenny Settle, Activity Coordinator Carol Hitchler, Transportation Coordinator Chris Anger, Meals on Wheels Coordinator Linda De La Fuente and Bookkeeper Karla Anger. Submitted photo 01/21/2022 12:00 AM
Supects lead police on chase
Supects lead police on chase
Three suspects led Boerne police officers, Kendall County Sheriff’s Office deputies and state troopers on a multi-county chase last Saturday before fleeing on foot. So far, two of the three suspects have been arrested, but one remains at large. 01/21/2022 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
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
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
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
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
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
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