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Back Porch News - Edition January 15th

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U.S. Postal Service Announces New Prices for 2021 No Increase in Forever Stamp

**THIS PRESS RELEASE WAS POSTED ON OCT 9, 2020.  RATE CHANGES EFFECTIVE JAN 21, 2021 WASHINGTON, DC — The United States Postal Service filed notice with the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) today of price changes to take effect Jan. 24, 2021. The proposed prices, approved by the Postal Service Board of Governors, would raise Mailing Services product prices approximately 1.8 percent for First-Class Mail and 1.5 percent for other categories. Although Mailing Services price increases are based on the

4 Ways to Structure Your Day for Success

Productivity is always a big push at the beginning of the year. Everyone wants to do more with less, less money, less time, and fewer resources. This article will show you four ways to structure your day for greater success in achieving your goals. The one that best works for you is a personal decision but trying several of these can give you some good insights into how you (and your employees) work best. 4 Ways to Structure Your Day for Success Time Segmenting The first way to think about your day is the

Recruitment started for Hill Country College Preparatory High School

Thank you for your interest in being part of Hill Country College Preparatory High School. Admission Application and additional information about the process will be available starting January 15.    Check out our slide decksw/ application and tour information: HCCPHS Campus Tour Presentation 

Comal County reports 97 COVID-19 cases; five deaths

Comal County is reporting 97 new cases of COVID-19 for a total of 7,245 cases.  45 of the cases are probable and 52 are confirmed cases.   The County also confirms the deaths of five more Comal County residents:  New Braunfels woman in her 90s passed away on 12/27/2020.New Braunfels man in his 80s passed away on 12/31/2020.New Braunfels woman in her 90s passed away on 1/2/2021.New Braunfels woman in her 80s passed away on 1/4/2021.New Braunfels woman in her 60s passed on 1/13/2021 at a San Antonio

Smithson Valley alumnus named 2020 Paycom Jim Thorpe Award winner

With family and friends including his Smithson Valley High School coaches and teachers watching, Trevon Moehrig, a 2018 SVHS graduate, was named the 2020 Paycom Jim Thorpe Award winner, Jan. 7. The announcement was made during the virtual Home Depot College Football Awards on ESPN.The former offensive player, #44, at SVHS, Moehrig, 21, has made history for his college team, Texas Christian University, as the first defensive back from TCU to receive this award. He led nationwide ballots in the closest

Holiday-giving traditions continued this year at Comal ISD

In the spirit of the holidays, students from across the Comal Independent School District gave back to their communities through various toy, clothing and food drives leading up to the district’s winter break. Here are just a few of the ways students spread holiday joy this year.  5th Annual Angel Tree Project   Seven Comal ISD campuses participated in the 5th Annual Angel Tree Project sponsored by the Bulverde/Spring Branch Angels. This year, the project helped 170 families and 470 children from birth

A Heart for Service Students Learn the Value of Serving Others Through FACS Classes

Back in elementary school, Kate Merriman was happy to drive to school with her mom, who helped with special education classes. However, sometimes the ride home was not so easy. It was her mom’s first opportunity to share some of the challenges she had faced that day.   “I thought I could never do what she does,” Kate remembers. “Now, it makes me want to do it even more.”   Kate is a senior at Smithson Valley (SVHS) now and already has eyes on her future. She wants to be a special ed teacher. Any

Comal County adds 170 new COVID-19 cases; five deaths

Comal County is reporting 170 new cases of COVID-19 for a total of 6,545 cases.  12 are confirmed cases and 158 are probable.  Public Health also confirms the deaths of five more Comal County residents.  A NB woman in her 80s died on 1/3/21A NB man in his 80s died on 1/3/21A NB woman in his 80s on 1/3/21A NB man in his 50s  died on 12/31/20A Southern Comal County man in his 70s died on 12/31/20  The total number of deceased is now 168.   The County has 873 active confirmed and probable COVID-19

SBA Workshops and Events in January 2021

 For small businesses across America, 2020 was one of the most challenging years in history. The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) continues to stand ready to support small businesses impacted by the pandemic with educational resources and financial relief. The SBA also has your back if you are thinking about starting a business in 2021. Click here to learn what four things you can do to get your business off the ground.   Map out your future small business plans in 2021 and beyond

4 New Year’s Resolutions for Your Small Business

This year has been a little more difficult to figure out new year’s resolutions. Part of that is because we’re all still reeling from the “lessons” we learned in 2020. Even the best prepared businesses lacked preparation for a global pandemic. Still, the new year is a great time to reexamine what you’ve been doing and how it can get better. Here are a few ideas:   4 New Year’s Resolutions for Your Business The following ideas are a good start and in case you are one of the “words” people when it comes

Comal County Public Health administered all allotted COVID-19 vaccines

After a full week of scheduled vaccinations, Comal County Public Health has administered its full allotment of Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccinations. PUBLIC HEALTH IS CURRENTLY OUT OF COVID-19 VACCINE.  “Public Health has administered all COVID-19 vaccine allotted by the state and is currently out,” said Comal County Public Health Director Cheryl Fraser. “Please go to our County website to find information on who qualifies for the vaccine at this time as well as other locations that still have available

Step Up, Scale Down to Celebrate Healthy Weight Week

Start the New Year with a new you and celebrate Healthy Weight Week from January 18th -24th. The week is dedicated to encourage all of us to consume nutritious foods, live more actively, and feel more positive about ourselves. Achieving a more healthy weight is vital to reducing our risk for various types of cancer and chronic conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, and heart disease.  As anyone who has tried to lose weight knows, the process is often not easy, likely because numerous factors

55 new COVID-19 cases; 274 recoveries reported in Comal County

Comal County is reporting 55 new cases of COVID-19 for a total of 6,177 cases.  10 are confirmed cases and 45 are probable.   The County also confirms another death. A man from Canyon Lake passed away on December 29, 2020.   The County now has 679 active confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases.  Of those, 49 are hospitalized.  Region:Number of new cases:New Braunfels44N of Canyon Lake5S of Canyon Lake0S Comal County (Garden Ridge) 0Bulverde/Spring Branch6Fair Oaks 0 Age Range: Number of new cases: Under

Comal County confirms 11 deaths and 113 new COVID-19 cases; Active Cases now at 899

Comal County is reporting 113 new cases of COVID-19 for a total of 6,122 cases.  18 are confirmed cases, and 95 are probable.   The County also confirms the deaths of eleven Comal County residents over a four day period. A New Braunfels woman in her 30s on 12/22A New Braunfels man in his 70s on 12/25A New Braunfels woman in her 80s on 12/25A New Braunfels woman in her 80s on 12/25A New Braunfels woman in her 80s on 12/25A New Braunfels man in his 80s on 12/26A New Braunfels woman in her 70s on 12/27A New

Move Your Business Story Off of the About Page

If you spend any time speaking with copywriters or website writers, they will tell you a lot of businesses understand the importance of an effective About Us page on their website. As there’s been a lot of information written about telling your business story over the last decade and how customers want to do business with people they know, like and trust, many realize the value. You likely know that the About Page has the potential to become one of the most heavily visited pages on your

Governor’s Executive Order means capacity cutbacks and closures in Comal County

NEW BRAUNFELS (December 28, 2020) -  Comal County has received word from Dr. John Hellerstedt, Commissioner of the Department of State Health Services; businesses that operate at 75% capacity now have to cut back to 50% capacity.   That’s because Comal County is part of Trauma Service Area P, which for the last seven days has exceeded 15% or more of total hospital capacity with COVID-19 patients.  As Per Governor Abbott’s Executive Order GA-32, any business that is operating at 75% capacity in a Trauma

Bulverde Spring Branch - The Back Porch News - Dec 25th Edition

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Comal County reports 79 more COVID-19 Cases; Active case number now at 796

Comal County reports an additional 79 COVID-19 cases today, bringing the County’s total to 6,009.  Six cases are confirmed and 73 cases are probable. Comal County now has 796 active cases; of those 59 are hospitalized.  The total number of deceased remains at 146.  Region:Number of new cases:New Braunfels71N of Canyon Lake2S of Canyon Lake1S Comal County (Garden Ridge) 0Bulverde/Spring Branch5Fair Oaks 0 Age Range: Number of new cases: Under 20720’s1130’s / 40’s2950’s / 60’s 2470 and older8  There are 68

Comal County reports 90 COVID-19 cases; Active cases now 785

Comal County reports 90 COVID-19 cases today, bringing the County’s total to 5,930.  47 are confirmed cases, and 43 are probable cases.  The County now has 785 active confirmed and probable COVID-19 cases.  Of those, 46 are hospitalized.  The total number of deceased remains at 146.   Region:Number of new cases:New Braunfels56N of Canyon Lake5S of Canyon Lake7S Comal County (Garden Ridge) 3Bulverde/Spring Branch19Fair Oaks 0 Age Range: Number of new cases: Under 206  20’s2130’s / 40’s3050’s / 60’s 2670 and

Cancer Patients Rely on CLEANGIE Professional Cleaning and Services

LOCAL COMPANY MAKING A DIFFERENCE DURING COVID-19Bulverde, TX – December 18, 2020 – CLEANGIE Professional Cleaning and Services has teamed up with Cleaning for a Reason, a nonprofit providing free house cleaning to cancer patients throughout the United States and Canada. Angie Moreno, owner of CLEANGIE, understands the value of support and a clean home when undergoing cancer treatment.“I’ve always put others first, so I love serving others,” said Moreno. “My grandmother was diagnosed with breast cancer well

Comal ISD district teachers of the year announced

Two well-deserving teachers were named the 2019-2020 District Teacher of the Year for the Comal Independent School District this week for their work in the classroom. Both are known for making personal connections and lasting impressions with their students, and they have done so by teaching subjects which often become passions and lead to careers, art and agriculture. The Comal ISD Elementary District Teacher of the Year is Jessica Coleman who teaches art at Freiheit Elementary. The Comal ISD Secondary

Smart Business Program Offers Real-World Experience for Prospective Entrepreneurs

Many of the vocational classes offered today at high schools are not your typical electives. Comal ISD's Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, like the Business, Marketing and Finance program at Smithson Valley and other high schools, are part of a multi-faceted, modern curriculum that provides students with the technical knowledge and real-world skills they need to get started in a current or emerging profession.   “Choose a job you love and you’ll never work a day in your life.” This familiar

Start Selling Through Social with 3 Awesome Post Examples

According to recent research by BlueVenn, 17% of shoppers do not plan on shopping in stores this year (up from 8% in 2019) and it makes sense that 61% of marketers fear losing their business to online sources.  If you’re one of those marketers or businesses who worries your customers are leaving you for online shopping, you need to take action.  We know not everyone feels confident enough to implement e-commerce and certainly not mid-way through December or later. But we do have an easy way to get

Back Porch News - Edition December 11th

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The GVTC Foundation’s Thanksgiving Giveback Project Delivers 427 Meals this Year!

The GVTC Foundation’s Thanksgiving Giveback Project Delivers 427 Meals this Year!November is a time to step back from the busyness of our daily lives and give thanks for all that brings us happiness. Here at GVTC, we are so thankful that we could hold our Thanksgiving Giveback for the 8th consecutive year amid the pandemic. Though our process was changed this year with social distancing, PPE, and contactless deliveries, we were so excited to give back to our community again, especially with the hard times

Smithson Valley High School receives 2020 College Success Award

        For the second year in a row, Comal ISD’s Smithson Valley High School has received the College Success Award from GreatSchools.org. It is one of 314 schools in Texas to receive this year’s award.         “We are honored to receive this award once more,” says SVHS Principal Michael Wahl. “Our teachers and counselors strive to support and work with every student to prepare them for their future whether that be military, college or career.”         Launched in 2018, the College Success Award honors

Back Porch News - Edition November 13th

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The Eyes Have It!

 The Eyes Have It! With a face mask as the new standard in our wardrobes these days, they filter out the smile, frown, gasp, wow expressions that we all use each day. Our communication is now amplified by our eyes, and our tone of voice to get our words delivered and understood.   A brief example is how a 6-month-old baby uses his/her eyes to communicate their feelings as their main source of getting their point across. Crying would be their verbal skill most in use.   Our

Elective Medicine -- Health Science Program Gives Students a Head Start on Their Future

Elective Medicine Michelle Santos-Adames has always loved science. But the periodic table of elements and the laws of physics never inspired her. Instead it was an anatomy class the Canyon High School (CHS) senior took last year that clicked. Medical science – the kind of stuff her mom did years ago as a combat medic in the Army – resonated with Michelle and now has her thinking about a future in the medical field. Thanks to the Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs available to students at Comal

Back Porch News - Edition October 30th

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Yelp Ads Have Changed. Here’s What You Need to Know.

Do you have the kind of business that people review? Do people find you through Yelp or would you like them to? If so, just like social media sites such as Facebook, you may get more traction if you decide to run ads.   Yelp did a major overhaul of its ads platform in May of this year and at the end of September it announced another big rollout with some teasers for the future. This article will give you a summary of all the details you need to know in order to figure out if the Yelp ad suite is for

Back Porch News - Edition October 9th

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Bracken Christian School hires new Coordinator of Strategic Partnerships and Grants

Bracken Christian School has hired Verlyn Maldonado as its new Coordinator of Strategic Partnerships and Grants.  Mrs. Maldonado is the former Executive Director of American Sunrise. American Sunrise was founded by former U.S. HUD Secretary Henry Cisneros and his wife former San Antonio City Councilwoman Mary Alice Cisneros in 2001, to provide educational services for children and families in the Westside of San Antonio.   Mrs. Maldonado has experience managing all operational aspects of non-profits

Why Now Is the Perfect Time to Use Experiential Marketing

Do you feel like your business is just shouting into the wind? Does it seem like the time you spend on social media is extensive but yields few results? Are you sick and tired of Zoom calls that take too long and accomplish too little? If so, it might be time to think about experiential marketing.   Experiential marketing is the act of creating a memorable experience that will be associated with your brand. Many smaller businesses think of experiential marketing as the type of thing that businesses with

Comal ISD Bass Fishing Club takes championship title at first bass fishing tournament of the year

 In only its second year, the Comal ISD Bass Fishing program kicked off the season with a School Champions trophy during the first tournament of the year at Lake Buchanan on Sept. 26. With 31 anglers and 16 teams of two each, the Comal ISD Bass Fishing Club had quite a showing at the tournament taking first, fifth and eighth place spots.The team of Evan Velez and Evan Koop from Smithson Valley High School took the top honor, while Braxton Alexander and Cade Dornburg of SVHS took fifth, and Aaden Thomas and

Brother donates life-saving bone marrow to little sister

        One year ago, a 13-year-old, eighth-grade student at Smithson Valley Middle School donated his bone marrow to his little sister. This year, she is cancer free, attending school and dancing on the SVMS dance team, thanks to his perfect match.           Hunter Pavlik, now 14 and a freshman at Smithson Valley High School, didn’t think twice about donating bone marrow to his little sister, Sydney, who was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia (AML) in May of 2019.         With a 25 percent chance

Road Work Ahead - Schoenthal Rd

Road Work Ahead. Please be advised: Beginning Monday, October 5th, road crews will be paving Schoenthal Rd. The intersections of FM 1836 and FM 3009 will be affected. If you travel this area, please know that traffic will remain open to one lane only with traffic control present. Work is expected to continue through Wednesday.⏯️www.cceo.org for more information

Comal ISD mother shares lessons learned during son’s cancer journey

        Four years ago, her son was diagnosed with osteosarcoma at the age of 10, and this summer the Comal ISD mother of two published a book titled, Joy in the Journey, about the life lessons she and her family learned through the ups and downs.         At the time of the diagnosis, Sarah Permenter was like any other busy mom, working full-time and chaperoning her kids to and from activities, and she began sharing her family’s cancer journey through the CaringBridge website. It was an easy way to let

Your Website May Be Killing Business If…

Your Website May Be Killing Business If…   A website is one of the most potent marketing tools you have. It’s open when your best sales person is asleep and represents you even when your doors are closed. It can help you sell to people who have never been to your town, your state, or even your country. That’s why it is essential that your website represents the best of your business and serves as a sales tool and resource center for your audience. There are a number of “gurus” out there who will tell

Help Spring Branch Middle School earn funds for New Die Cut Equipment

 Spring Branch Middle School New die cut equipment  $1,000.00 needed Our school is in need of updating our die cut equipment. Teachers and staff use the die cuts for all subjects including math, ELA, social studies, and science. The die cuts are also used to make signs and bulletin boards. BECOME A SUPPORTERWays You Can Support UsDrop Off Printer Cartridges          Recycling for IndividualsDrop off your toner and inkjet printer cartridges at our location, during normal business hours. All printer

Back Porch News - Edition September 11th

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Comal ISD’s second school of choice opens

 Comal ISD’s second school of choice opens         Approximately 46 freshmen boys and girls opened the doors to a new school of choice in the Comal Independent School District this school year. Featuring project-based learning and collaboration, the Hill Country College Preparatory High School occupies one side of Spring Branch Middle School on U.S. Highway 46 in Spring Branch.             The inaugural class is excited to establish traditions as the new year begins with the school’s mascot, the Falcons,

NATURAL BRIDGE CAVERNS UNVEILS MULTIMILLION DOLLAR TECHNOLOGY EXPANSION TO ENHANCE POPULAR “DISCOVER

  NATURAL BRIDGE CAVERNS UNVEILS MULTIMILLION DOLLAR TECHNOLOGY EXPANSION TO ENHANCE POPULAR “DISCOVERY” TOUR   Upgrades Include Programmable LED Lighting, Underground Wi-Fi and Weather Stations to Monitor Cavern Environment.          Bulverde, TX (August 31, 2020) – Natural Bridge Cavernscontinues to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the discovery of Texas’ largest cavern system by giving visitors the gift of experiencing their popular Discovery Tour with a brand-new, multi-faceted,

The Kiwanis Club Delivered School Supplies to SJRC

The Kiwanis Club of New Braunfels and their Bulverde Spring Branch Kiwanis Satellite Club delivered an SUV full of school supplies to the St. Jude’s Ranch for Children’s school. Many thanks to club members that donated the much needed supplies. If you would like to become part of this fantastic organization who’s only purpose is to support children, send me a message at clarkmb2@gmail.com and I’ll show you how to make it happen.

Low Price Gas Shares Advice on Reading your Propane Tank Gauge!

Low Price Gas Propane How to read your propane tank gauge!(830) 282-8197Schedule today for $1.89 a gallon!It's as easy as checking the gas levels on your vehicle. If your tank runs out of propane, National Safety Codes require that a qualified professional tests your propane system BEFORE turning on the gas again. Lets keep that from happening by understanding how easy it is to read the gauge on your propane tank. 1. Open the lid of your tank to reveal the gauge. Propane is

Become a Licensed Massage Therapist at Massage Heights

We are excited to announce we have partnered with Texas A&M to offer Massage therapy training at Massage Heights Bulverde Spring Branch and New Braunfels. This is a self paced program online with the hands on requirement taught at Massage Heights. This will allow individuals to obtain their Massage Therapy License without having to travel to San Antonio or Austin. Texas A&M is offering a $3,000 scholarship and employment opportunity for you to become a licensed Massage Therapist! This state-of-the-art

4 Marketing Tips for Businesses with No Marketing Budget

4 Marketing Tips for Businesses with No Marketing Budget  You likely have heard the phrase, “you need to spend money to make money.” I'm not here to argue that from either side but digital marketing has allowed businesses with very small budgets to make a big impression. While it hasn't exactly leveled the playing field, it certainly has helped businesses gain a larger audience with very little investment.   Most of these tools and strategies are free. But it's important to note that when it comes to

Office Suite for Lease

Office Suite for lease in The Bulverde Oaks office building, located at 2631 Bulverde Road, Bulverde, TX 78163.Fully FurnishedAccess to conference roomAccess to kitchenette Janitorial service included with rentTurn Key ready for immediate move-in Month to Month leaseNo deposit requiredElectric included with rent

BSB ''The Back Porch News'' - May 15th Edition

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Kiwanis Diaper Drive for St Jude’s Ranch for Children

2020 totals this year for Kiwanis Diaper Drive for St Jude’s Ranch for children exceeded the drive last year thanks to the generous people of our communities with the donations of 14,408 Diapers 18,986 wipes, a Johnson gift pack, stuffed animal, baby clothes, and $150. This year we had four schools engaged in collection of diapers and wipes. Canyon Lake High School Student Council advisor Tina Platt and students collected 2,601 diapers and 1,496 wipes. Bracken Christen School National Junior Honor Society

Brand New Gifts! from Popcorn Friday

  New Gift Options    Now Available!    Buy Now   Gift Baskets  We have carefully selected our top flavors for your special occasion. Check out our new boxed basket, perfect for any gift!      Other Gift Options     Gift BoxJOLLY JARS     Flavors For Valentines Day!    Strawberry Milkshake Strawberry, Bavarian Cream candied popcorn drizzled with White Chocolate will melt any Heart.Shop Now »Cupids

The Fieldhouse Campus Outfitters: Same Store. New Owner

A parting letter from Jana Hehs: It has been a pleasure owning The Fieldhouse Campus Outfitters store - I have enjoyed every minute. There has been so many great people in the community that have come in and supported this awesome business, and I have been extremely blessed. Being a retired school teachers of 30 years and working 2 years for The Fieldhouse, while owning it for 3 years,  has been a joy.  In finishing, I just want to say a big THANK YOU to all, and please continue to come in and support

CLEANGIE is BBB Accredited

CLEANGIE is excited to announce that we are BBB Accredited!  CLEANGIE has always been committed  to our customers, and now we’re committing to the Better Business Bureau’s Accreditation Standards, Standards for Trust to: Build Trust: Advertise Honestly: Tell the Truth: Be Transparent: Honor Promises: Be Responsive: Safeguard Privacy: and Embody Integrity. We are honored to qualify for such a designation that is not granted to all businesses who are invited to qualify.

Ranch Radio Group is 7th time Bonner Mclane Award Winner

The Texas Association of Broadcasters honored partners in service at the 2019 Annual Convention in Austin, Texas.  The prestigious Bonner McLane Award was presented to The Hill Country’s own Ranch Radio Group for outstanding public service to local communities.  Accepting the award on behalf of Ranch Radio Group’s four-station cluster were owners Mark and Susan Grubbs.“This award means a lot to our team,” Mr. Grubbs said, “as it recognizes the many, many hours, including weekends and after-hours that our

Eric Anderson Named One of the Top 50 Education Experts

Pilates By Design, LLC to Host Power PIlates Education Programs

Pilates By Design, LLC TO HOST POWER PILATES EDUCATION PROGRAMSPilates By Design, LLC Confirmed to Offer Power Pilates Certifications Starting September 6-8, 2019 Spring Branch, TX: Pilates By Design, LLC is pleased to announce their new hosting affiliation with Power Pilates, the leading educator of Classical Pilates. Pilates By Design, LLC will hold their first Power Pilates training, Core Mat I, on September 6-8, 2019. The Core Mat I program is the foundation of the Power Pilates method. Each subsequent

Acclaimed San Antonio athlete raising funds, awareness of sex trafficking.

In Texas, it is estimated that there are 79,000 victims of sex trafficking each year. The average age a girl is first trafficked is 12-14. Eighty percent of Bexar County’s sex trafficking cases involve minors. San Antonio acclaimed athlete and volleyball coach April Fricke is cycling 1,103 miles along IH-10 corridor from Beaumont to El Paso, Texas May 6 through May 20 to raise awareness of human trafficking in Texas. Fricke will be half way through. Thank you to Texas MedClinic for being a Corporate

Belle of the Ball 2019

The 4th Annual 2019 Bulverde Belle of the Ball Prom Dress Project was a smashing success!  Our Boutique weekend started with a bang with girls waiting to get in when we opened the doors at 9:00!  On Saturday morning, we had seven fitting rooms filled with giggling girls and a line through the Boutique awaiting their turns. Our community made sure that the girls had plenty of dresses to try on…we had approximately 700 dresses in stock.  Sixty five girls purchased at least one dress and as a result,

Close Your Local Land Transaction With Your Local Lawyer

The Law Office of Jason M. Rammel, P.C. now offers title insurance and closing services as an approved attorney for Texas Lone Star Title. Services include reviewing the title commitment, document preparation, resolution of title and closing issues, and conducting closings for residential, commercial, and farm and ranch transactions in Comal County and statewide.  Closings can be conducted remotely or at our offices located in Faithville Park, 17080 Highway 45 W, Suite 108-B, Spring Branch, Texas.  Jason

Kiwanis Diaper Drive Delivery for St Jude's Children's Ranch

2019 totals this year for Kiwanis Diaper Drive for St Jude’s Children’s Ranch exceeded the drive last year thanks to the generous people of our communities with the donations of 11,976 Diapers and 16,474 wipes!This year we had two schools engaged in collection of diapers and wipes. Canyon Lake High School Student Council advisor Tina Platt contacted us after they read the article in the New Braunfels Herald-Zeitung to be included in the drive. They collected 739 diapers and 536 wipes. Bracken Christen