Local News in Kendall County

'I Knew I Wanted To Give This Speech': Former Fair Queen Speaks After Microphone Cut

BOERNE STAR WANTS YOUR PHOTOS FOR VETERANS DAY

Veterans Day is fast approaching, and the Boerne Star wants to recognize all who have served our country with their enlistment, their service ... even their lives.Between now and Oct. 21, we invite Bo

Ryan Edward Larson

March 29,1996 - Sept. 7, 2026 Ryan Edward Larson (3/29/96 9/7/26) passed peacefully in his sleep at home. He was a beloved son, nephew, cousin and friend. He was preceded in death by his half-brother,

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

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 (Pard

Freída J. Pressler

Freida J.PresslerNov. 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 Ju

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 i

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. Reg

Book Fest panel to include authors ‘Obsessed With Texas’

THE BOOKWORMThe Writers’ League of Texas is always well represented at the Boerne Book Festival, with their members selling books on site. They are the largest literary organization in Texas, and you’

Johnson joins Arts Council board

CELEBRATING THE ARTSHCCArts 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 of

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 com

Our Why: Here For Every Student and Every Need

GUEST COMMENTARYPublic 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 circum