James ‘Jim’ Bond

James H. “Jim” Bond, beloved son, faithful husband, loving father, amazing grandfather and thoughtful friend, left this earth for his heavenly home on May 28, 2026. Jim left behind a legacy of deep love for his family, kindness to all he encountered, a faith that was obvious to all who knew him, and a generous … Read more

Kendall County enduring ‘green drought’

Prediction: Not enough rain is coming to reverse trend Recent rains and forecasts for the coming days are not enough to break the drought the Hill Country has endured the past several years, officials said. Milan Michalec, a Cow Creek Groundwater Conservation District precinct 2 director, labeled the conditions gripping Kendall County as a “green … Read more

State sets aside $40.8 mill for veterans, families

State sets aside $ 40.8 mill for veterans, families AUSTIN — Gov. Greg Abbott and the Texas Veterans Commission (TVC) today announced that $40.8 million in Fund for Veterans’ Assistance (FVA) grants will support 190 grants to 160 organizations across the state. Approved by TVC commissioners last week, FVA grants are awarded to nonprofit organizations … Read more

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

JUNE 4 • TIKI TORCH WORKSHOP: A night of creativity, connection and a little bit of magic as you design your own wine bottle tiki torch. Night lasts 6-8 p.m. at Camp Bar and Feed, 421 S. Main St. JUNE 6 • AID THE SILENT 5K: Join “Aid the Silent” at 8 a.m. at Main … Read more

Chicken-salad eatery debuts, offers prizes

A lucky customer joining the flock at the grand opening of Chicken Salad Chick Wednesday morning could fly away with free chicken- salad cartons every week for a year. The restaurant’s debut kicks off at 9 a.m. with a Greater Boerne Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting at 34702 Interstate 10 West. Chicken Salad Chick becomes … Read more

Bending Branch tabs Cernosek as chief operating officer

COMFORT — Bending Branch Winery named its first Chief Operating Officer, promoting Jennifer Cernosek to the new position. Since joining the winery as direct-to-consumer manager in 2018, Cernosek has advanced from general manager to commanding the full breadth of a four-brand company. She now leads a team of nearly 40 individuals spanning winemaking and cellar … Read more

Geneva graduates 39 in Class of ’26

SAN ANTONIO — Geneva School of Boerne hosted its commencement exercises May 23 at University Methodist Church. The Geneva School of Boerne seniors are honored May 23 at commencement exercises at University Methodist Church in San Antonio. This year’s class of 39 seniors marked the private religious school’s 16th graduating class. Fifteen students in the … Read more

College tuition rates to be kept flat

CAPITAL HIGHLIGHTS GARY BORDERS Gov. Greg Abbott ordered all public universities and colleges to keep tuition flat for the upcoming academic year, the Austin American- Statesman reported. Abbott first mandated the tuition freeze in 2023. His order also applies to public health institutions and community colleges. “Higher education must be attainable for Texas students and … Read more

Death in the Boerne Old Jail

SHARING THE PAST On Wednesday, April 22, 1908, Kendall County’s popular and highly respected Sheriff, George August Zoeller, died after shooting himself in the Boerne jail. As was his daily habit, George Zoeller went to the jail before breakfast. He had recently had a severe illness but seemed to have recovered. His wife, Eleanora, thought … Read more

Boerne gearing up for ‘America250’

The special occasion that is America250 is only one month away. With starsand- stripes lighting lining Main Street and Americana décor displayed at City Hall, Main Plaza, and Veterans Plaza, the patriotic spirit is hard to miss. The city’s red, white, and blue-themed decorations will remain up until the end of September. Other city events … Read more