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👉5 New Businesses + 103 Year Old Veteran Recognized

👉5 New Businesses + 103 Year Old Veteran Recognized

Chris Brantner
June 19, 2025

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Good morning, Boerne. This is The Boerne Life, the newsletter that wants to remind you that City offices are closed today in recognition of Juneteenth, the day that news of the Civil War ending reached Galveston, Texas.

Here’s a quick look at what we have for you today:

5 new businesses coming to town
Gas smell yesterday
103 year old veteran recognized
Have you been to this winery in the hills?
Dino Discovery Day at Science Mill
Live! at the Library TONIGHT

Here we go!

— Chris

THINGS ARE TAKING SHAPE AT THE RANCH ⛳️

Fair Oaks Ranch Golf & Country Club is buzzing with exciting updates. The kitchen is back open with brand-new equipment, fresh mats have been installed at the driving range, and new patio and pool furniture is ready for summer lounging. Rocking chairs now sit out front of the new Golf Center — just begging for a sunset sit.

The upgraded fitness center is nearly complete, and the Pavilion renovation is moving fast with new floors already in and bar installation underway. Big things are coming to The Ranch!

📞 Interested in touring the club? Call (210) 582-6700 or click here to learn more.

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FIVE NEW BUSINESSES COMING TO BOERNE

Boerne business is booming! From paint and keepsakes to steaks and saunas, five new businesses are working to get ready to open around town.

Two of them we haven’t mentioned anywhere else yet — so if you want the inside scoop, now’s your chance.

➡️ Read the full list

DID YOU SMELL GAS YESTERDAY?

If you noticed a strong gas smell around Boerne yesterday, you're not alone. The City of Boerne confirmed it was due to a routine gas line cleanout by West Texas Gas in Leon Valley. Strong south winds carried the odorant (the chemical added to gas for safety) into our area.

✅ No leak
✅ No emergency
🏠 If you’re sensitive to smells, heading indoors was the right move.

That said, if you ever have concerns about your home’s gas lines, Olde Town Plumbing is our trusted local partner for inspections, repairs, and installations. Licensed, reliable, and right here in Boerne.

📞 Call (830) 446-5227
🔗 More from Olde Town Plumbing here

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103-YEAR-OLD WWII VETERAN HONORED IN BOERNE

Pedro Vera Awarded High Distinction for Role in Liberating Europe

Boerne’s Veterans Plaza was the site of a powerful moment yesterday as 103-year-old Pedro Vera, a World War II Army veteran, received the French Legion of Honor for his role in liberating France during the war.

Vera served as an ambulance driver on D-Day at Normandy and throughout Europe’s toughest battles. His message today is simple but profound: “War is ugly… I hope there are no more wars.”

➡️ Read his remarkable story

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NEW PARTNER SPOTLIGHT 🍷

Comfort’s Hidden Gem, Now a Boerne Life Partner

We’re excited to welcome Singing Water Vineyards as one of our newest partners! This family-friendly winery in Comfort has long been a Hill Country favorite (and one of our favorites). They have live music every weekend, delicious food, a relaxed outdoor setting, and plenty of space for the kids to play (plus goats!).

You might remember that earlier this year, their cabernet sauvignon made headlines for winning Best in the Nation, beating out California for the first time ever. If you haven’t been yet, now’s the time to go experience it for yourself.

Just wait until you drive up to see this beautiful property surrounded by hills with vines growing out front and creek running behind it. You really have to see it to believe it!

📍 316 Mill Dam Rd, Comfort, TX
🍷 singingwatervineyards.com

Open Thursday - Sunday. Tell them The Boerne Life sent you!

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WHAT’S HAPPENING TODAY?

Today’s event section is brought to by Live! at the Library, the free concert series that takes place on the 3rd Thursday of every month at the library amphitheater. Today is the third Thursday, so we hope to see you out there. Bring your lawn chairs and coolers. Starts at 7 pm and lasts until around 8:30 or so!

➡️ Learn more

🦖 DINO DISCOVERY DAY AT THE SCIENCE MILL

A ROAR-SOME Saturday Adventure for the Whole Family

Looking for an easy summer day trip that the kids will love? Head out to Johnson City this Saturday, June 21, for Dino Discovery Day at the Science Mill — a hands-on, prehistoric celebration packed with STEM fun.

Young paleontologists can dig for fossils, collect dinosaur facts, and create their own dino designs. Special guests from the Heritage Museum of the Texas Hill Country will even be on-site with real fossil castings and expert insights. Activities run from 10 am to 5 pm and are included with general admission.

🎟️ Get Tickets Here
📍 Science Mill, 101 S Lady Bird Lane, Johnson City, TX

WEATHER FORECAST

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Looking for a place to escape the heat and relax? Then you need to visit StretchLab! Whether you’re dealing with sore muscles or an aching back, they can help. Get 50% off your first 50-minute stretch session by calling (830) 208-7795 or reserving your spot here.

Thursday: High: 90º | Low: 73º | 15% chance of precipitation

Friday: High: 90º | Low: 73º | 15% chance of precipitation

Burn Ban: Off

Water Restrictions: Stage 2

THROWBACK THURSDAY

Did You Know Someone in Boerne Won $20 Million a Couple Years Ago?

Back in 2023, a Boerne resident quietly became $20 million richer after hitting the top prize in the Texas Lottery’s $20 Million Supreme scratch-off game. The winning ticket was purchased at M and M Food Mart on E. Blanco Road — talk about a lucky stop!

The winner chose to remain anonymous, but their big win remains a fun piece of recent Boerne history. That prize was only the second of four top jackpots claimed in the game.

➡️ See the post here