George Vaughn

d. Sept. 11 2026 “This is George Vaughn.” That’s how he answered every phone call. We will miss his voice. We will miss our dad. On Sept. 11 2026, George passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his family. George was born in Austin, Texas, to Florine and Carroll Vaughn. He lived in both … Read more

Berlee Ann McCoury

Feb. 23,1937 – Sept. 9, 2026 Berlee Ann McCoury passed away peacefully on Sept. 9, 2026, at her home in Boerne, Texas. Berlee was born on Feb. 23, 1937, in Beaumont, Texas, to Leopold and Bernice (Pardue) Kuhn. She graduated from Baylor University with a major in biology and a minor in chemistry. Berlee married … Read more

Freída J. Pressler

Freida J. Pressler Nov. 17, 1955 – Sept. 6, 2026 In Loving Memory of the Honorable Judge Frieda J. Pressler. It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Precinct 4 Justice of the Peace Judge Frieda J. Pressler, at the age of 70, on Sept. 6, 2026. She was a truly remarkable … Read more

Michael “Mike” Kaderli

d. Sept. 9, 2026 Michael “Mike” David Kaderli, a long-time resident of Boerne, Texas, passed away peacefully on Sept. 9, 2026, at the age of 82. Mike was born and raised in Fredericksburg, Texas, and if you spent more than five minutes with him, he made sure you knew it. He was endlessly proud of … Read more

CALENDAR OF EVENTS:

SEPTEMBER 19 • PICKLEBALL DOUBLESTOURNAMENT: Grab your partner and join this Fall Pickleball Tournament at Boerne City Park, 106 City Park Road. Games will begin at 8:30 a.m.; cost is $20 per team. Register at: www. boerneparks.com • FREE PAPER SHREDDING: Bring the documents you need to destroy, to Holt Financial Group, 10-5 Falls Court, … Read more

Johnson joins Arts Council board

CELEBRATING THE ARTS HCCArts is happy to announce that Tia Johnson, a resident of Boerne for the past six years, has joined the board of directors of the Hill Country Council for the Arts. Evacuating often from South Louisiana hurricanes, and Johnson’s family sheltering here on and off since 2008, Tia was overjoyed to finally … Read more

Upcoming Programs

• Sept. 23, 7 p.m. – Sound Meditation will meet in the community room. • Sept. 24, 1:30 p.m. – The Drawing Club will meet in the conference room. • Sept. 25, 10 a.m. – Tai Chi will take place in the community room. Source link

Here For Every Student and Every Need

GUEST COMMENTARY Public education is rooted in a simple belief: every student deserves the opportunity to learn, belong, and reach their full potential, regardless of where they come from or the circumstances that shape their lives. Public education is a great equalizer because it gives every student access to the teachers, resources, and experiences they … Read more

A brighter tomorrow

GUEST COMMENTARY As we gather this High Holiday season in the heart of the Texas Hill Country, we are reminded of the beauty and resilience of this land. The rolling hills, clear skies and endless horizons reflect a truth we carry into the new year: even after the harshest seasons, new life always finds a … Read more