Arts + Culture

A Texas-Born Tale of Adventure, Friendship, and Heart

Lina the Javelina: a Kids’ Story as Big as the Lone Star State Article by Daniel Gertson | Photography by Paula VM Every great children’s story begins with a spark—an idea, a moment of inspiration that takes root and grows. For Boerne authors Marybell and Eric Morse, that spark ignited somewhere between the wild beauty of Big Bend, the childhood allure of cowboy life, and the scrappy charm of a little javelina named “Lina.” But this story doesn’t just belong to Lina. It’s also the story of...

Education

Young Hearts, Strong Hearts

How One Teen-Led Program Is Building a Future Free from Teen Dating Violence Article by Caroline Heiberg Teen dating violence (TDV) is a pressing yet often overlooked issue that affects millions of young people every year. Here in Kendall County, a beacon of hope shines brightly through the Young Hearts program, an initiative of the Kendall County Women's Shelter (KCWS). This program is dedicated to preventing teen dating violence by teaching adolescents how to build and maintain healthy...

Sports + Recreation

Preserving Our Future

Albert & Bessie Kronkosky State Natural Area will provide spectacular views and conserve our land for future generations. Article by Aubrey Matson | Photography by Daniel Gertson It may only be about seven miles from Boerne, but when you visit in the coming years, you’ll feel like you’re far away. Since 2011, intentional and meticulous development and preservation have been ongoing, trying to keep the 3,757 acres in its natural state while preparing it for the public as the Albert & Bessie...

Health + Wellness

Strengthening Your Connections

Expert advice on making all of your relationships more profound, robust, and fulfilling during this season of love—and all year long. Article and Photography by “Love.” “Romance.” “Relationships.” These words are virtually synonymous with February. While they may seem like simple concepts, we can all struggle with them. So we asked two experts at Genesis Counseling Center of Texas—Heather Shealy-Mawhirter, LPC, and Paul R. Stephenson, LPC—to share some of their best advice on making...

Travel

A Flight of Romance

This Unique Hill Country Escape Offers Relaxation and Reconnection in a Setting You Won’t Find Anywhere Else Article by Daniel Gertson | Photography by Traeger Fuhrmann/Wingman Imagery The elegant wine. The rolling hills. The spectacular sunsets. Few Hill Country getaways are more lavish than a trip to Fredericksburg. But when you make your stay in one of these luxurious cabins, you may just find peak romance. The Wine Barrel Cabins are the dream of husband-and-wife duo Josh and Kerri...

Shopping

A Few of Our Favorite Things

You won’t find any raindrops on roses or whiskers on kittens on our list, but the Boerne Lifestyle team shares some of our favorite foods, products, and places in the Hill Country. Article and Photography by The “Silent Sean” Taco at Mary’s Tacos | Aubrey, Social Media Coordinator “For me, this is a Boerne staple. When I was away at school and I would come home for the holidays, this was the first thing I wanted when I got home. It’s simply taco mastery.” Glasshouse Candles from Hey...

Food + Beverage

Dinner For (More Than) Two

The whole family is invited to this delicious and fun Valentine’s Day meal. Photography by Molly Johnson Valentine’s meals are often about sophisticated flavors and fancy cooking techniques. It’s almost as if the difficulty of preparation directly correlates to how much you love your significant other. But what if your Valentine’s plans include little ones this year? No one has the time to truss a pheasant, and your kids are unlikely to appreciate the delicate flavors of caviar and champagne. ...

Shopping

Local Makers Love

The Shoppes at 222 is home to many locally made treasures. Article by Aubrey Matson | Photography by Jessi Edison “Something for everyone” is the mission of the Shoppes at 222, says Owner Abbey Frazier. The store, located just off Main Street, features a wide variety of local vendors throughout the store. Frazier, who was a vendor in the shops before she became the owner in 2022, travels to local markets to find the unique local vendors she asks to join her store. While there is sooooo much...

Health + Wellness

Give the Gift of Wellness

These are great ways to pamper and refresh your someone special. Article and Photography by Valentine’s Day is a time to celebrate love, connection, and the little gestures that show your significant other just how much you care. Instead of flowers and chocolates this year, why not consider an experience that can bring you both closer while promoting physical and emotional well-being? These local companies give you a great way to take care of your special someone because nothing says “I love...

Food + Beverage

It's Amore!

When You Try One of These Pizza Pies, You’ll Start Singing Too Article by Daniel Gertson | Photography by Molly Johnson, Daniel Gertson, Jessi Edison When Dean Martin imagined the moon as a pizza making someone fall in love, he might have had one of these pies in mind. It’s no surprise that the fresh dough, silky cheese, smooth sauces, and delightful toppings inspire poems. So come along for a tour of Hill Country pizza places where locals can’t get enough. Inferno's Wood Fired Oven &...