WRITE OF CENTER The writings of Sun Tzu, the ancient Chinese military strategist, are more than 25 centuries old. A notable aphorism attributed to him states: “Attack is the secret of defense; defense is the planning of an attack.” In 1799, George Washington wrote that “Offensive operations are the surest, if not the only means … Read more
FINANCIAL FOCUS As your new graduate prepares to step into the next chapter of life – whether that’s more education or starting a career – one of the best things you can do is help them understand how to use credit cards, debit cards and prepaid cards wisely. They can be powerful financial tools, but … Read more
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
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
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
SEGUIN — There aren’t very many high school baseball teams in the state of Texas that had the chance to play after their graduation date, but Boerne Champion was one of them. The Chargers graduated last Thursday and then played Games 2 and 3 of their series against Leander Rouse that weekend. Champion was hoping … Read more
BUDA — After a Game 1 loss to Rouse, Champion needed a win last Friday to keep their season alive and extend the series to Saturday. The Chargers came through with a 6-4 victory Friday at Buda Johnson and it was Jaedyn Yamaguchi, who had the hit of the game after he broke a 4-4 … Read more
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
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
Officials have identified the man found lifeless Sunday in Boerne City Lake as Du Long, 80, of San Antonio. The Boerne Fire Department about 2:30 p.m. responded to a 911 call for an apparent downing at the popular spot, officials said. Callers said a man had gone underwater and was struggling to stay afloat. Bystanders … Read more