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Janet Elizabeth Lancaster Schwarz Nov. 13, 1945 June 10, 2026 Janet Elizabeth Lancaster Schwarz (Born Nov. 13, 1945) passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. Janet was born in San Antonio and grew up and lived her whole life in Boerne. At just 13 years old, Janet met the love of her … Read more

PROGRESSIVE VIEWS Vote-by-mail is also called vote-at-home or absentee voting. It’s increasing throughout the United States because it’s a great way to improve voter turnout, reduce election costs and maintain security. The Vote at Home Institute is a nonpartisan organization dedicated to ensuring the security of our elections and putting voters needs first. In the … Read more

FINANCIAL FOCUS As temperatures rise and storm season approaches, it’s a good idea to review your homeowners insurance policy. Tornadoes, hurricanes, wildfires, flooding and other natural disasters can strike with little warning. If your coverage is outdated, you could find yourself without adequate protection when you need it most. Many people set up a policy … Read more

Cover all news Editor, News is news. Good journalism reports it in a fair and balanced way. Views are views. Thank you for publishing the varied viewpoints in our community. Colorful pictures and stories of hometown events are why The Boerne Star has been my paper for 50 years. Please continue to cover all the … Read more

Editor, We are five-year residents of our forever home here in Boerne. We are independent voters who for lack of a political home for Independents, have joined the open and welcoming local Democrats. We have found this group to be well-informed teachers, nurses, physicians, social workers, business members, trade workers and humanitarians who care about … Read more

Thank you for covering Democratic events in Kendall County. I understand that the Star has received pushback from local Republicans as a result of that coverage. As someone who earned a bachelor’s degree in journalism in the late ‘70s and a master’s degree in journalism in the ‘90s, I know only too well that objective … Read more

JUNE 25 • MAI TAI SHOWDOWN at Camp Bar and Feed, 421 S. Main St., from 6:30-8 p.m. Professional and amateur bartenders will compete to craft the ultimate Mai Tai. Guests can sample and vote for the entries. $25/entry. Details: 830-423-5454. • SUP YOGA AT Boerne Lake: Let the paddleboard become your yoga mat from … Read more

AUSTIN — Texas has been recognized with the state’s 13th Gold Shovel Award by Area Development magazine for outstanding achievement in attracting high-value business investment projects that will create a significant number of new jobs in communities across the state. “Texas again wins gold for new jobs and business investment,” Gov. Greg Abbott said Wednesday … Read more

NEW BRAUNFELS — The GVTC Foundation celebrated two decades of community impact during its Spring Award Breakfast held Thursday, May 28, at the Knibbe Auditorium, recognizing 92 nonprofit organizations and awarding nearly $350,000 through its Spring 2026 grant and sponsorship program. The event marked a significant milestone for the Foundation, which has now invested over … Read more

BOERNE — Boerne Independent School District Superintendent Kristin Craft has been named a 2026 Women’s Leadership Award winner by the San Antonio Business Journal. Craft is one of only 25 women selected for this year’s honor from nearly 100 nominations. The 2026 Women’s Leadership Award winners will be honored during an awards luncheon on Aug. … Read more