Community

Think about the last time you walked around outside even if it was just to or from your vehicle. You probably saw trash on the ground or blowing around. Did you stop and pick it up?

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.

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.”

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.

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?

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.

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.

‘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.

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.

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.

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?

The City of Boerne’s two bond propositions were approved by voters in the November 8, 2022, General Election, based on the unofficial results.