LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

So much for civility Editor, In the May 24 issue of the Boerne Star, the Kendall County Democrat bemoans “Political and racial gerrymandering” but he is upset with the U.S. Supreme Courts overturning of Louisiana’s 2024 Congressional district map. Anyone familiar with the term gerrymandering would be concerned about Districts 2 and 6 that were … Read more

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

MAY 30 • MOONDANCE OUTDOOR CONCERT from 7-9 p.m. at Cibolo Nature Center, 140 City Park Road. Enjoy live music by Cactus Country, local vendors and good times. Doors open at 6 p.m.; tickets are $15/person. • HERFF FARM TOUR: Take a stroll through the garden with the farm manager, Shyann Martinez. The tour, 10-10:30 … Read more

AREA CRIME REPORTS

LAW ENFORCEMENT The following is a brief, partial recap of incidents reported by the Boerne Police Department and the Kendall County Sheriff’s Office. General locations are listed rather than specific addresses. Anyone with information about any of these incidents is asked to call the Boerne Police at 830-249-8645, the Kendall County Sheriff’s Office at 830-249-9721 … Read more

Free fishing day in Texas set for June 6

Texans can fish for free on Saturday, June 6. On the first Saturday in June of each year, everyone can fish recreationally without licenses or endorsements. This opportunity exists so that more people can try fishing for the first time, Consider inviting a friend or family member to join you. Fishing in State Parks Anglers … Read more

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

MAY 28 • BOERNE COMMUNITY THEATER presents “Helen on Wheels,” a play about a feisty, gun-toting and whiskey-drinking grandmother in Oklahoma defies her son’s wishes to move, clashing with the local sheriff while maintaining her independence and causing chaos. 8 p.m. May 28, 29 and 30; 2:30 p.m. on May 31. Tickets: https://buy.ticketstothecity. com/purchase.php?event_id=18986 Contact: … Read more

Boerne graduates make the most of their night

Members of the Boerne High School Color Guard open the May 22 Boerne Boerne School Board President Kristi Schmidt presents a Boerne High School senior with her diploma during the school’s May 22 graduation ceremony. Members of the Boerne High School graduating class of 2026 stand for the National Anthem Monday. Boerne High School graduate … Read more

Review, update your beneficiaries

FINANCIAL FOCUS When you open a retirement account or buy a life insurance policy, you’re asked to name a beneficiary. It might seem like just another form to fill out, but this simple step can affect your family’s future. Many people don’t give beneficiary designations much thought after signing the initial paperwork. It may have … Read more