Health + Wellness

Back-to-School, Back-to-Sports

Back-to-School, Back-to-Sports: 3 Smart Ways to Beat InjuriesWhen the school year begins, so do practices, tryouts, and weekend games. For young athletes, this transition is exciting—but it’s also one of the highest-risk times for sports injuries. After a break, the body needs time to recondition. If athletes push too hard too soon, skip warm-ups, or neglect recovery, they increase the chance of sprains, strains, or overuse injuries.At Accelerate Sport and Spine Rehab in New Braunfels, we...

Real Estate

The Importance of Marketing as a Custom Home Builder in the Texas Hill Country

The Texas Hill Country is renowned for its breathtaking scenery, from rolling hills to winding rivers, making it a dream destination for those looking to build a luxury custom home on their own land. After securing the perfect lot with picturesque views, one of the most important decisions a client will make is choosing the right custom home builder, one known for exceptional craftsmanship and a strong reputation.Long before a contract is ever signed, trust begins to take shape. In today’s...

Food + Beverage

The Spiced Cucumber

Article and Photography by Freddy C's Bar & Patio Refreshing and balanced, this cocktail brings together cool cucumber flavors, bright citrus, and a touch of heat. Premium cucumber vodka provides a crisp foundation, while fresh lime juice and simple syrup create a smooth, balanced profile. A few dashes of Tabasco and a chili powder rim add a subtle kick that builds with each sip. Finished in a chamoy-rimmed coupe, this cocktail delivers layers of sweet, tangy, savory, and spicy flavors that...

Life + Culture

Community Starts Here

How Mill Street Youth Center is reshaping support for New Braunfels teens Article by Kelly Shearing | Photography by Mill Street Youth Center For years, one question quietly lingered in New Braunfels: Where do teenagers go after the school day ends? For younger children, there are camps, daycare programs, and endless activity options. But for middle and high school students, the choices narrow fast. For the team behind Mill Street Youth Center, that gap felt impossible to ignore, and today...

Local Services

Paws & Pampering

More than a pet spa, Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming creates an experience where pets and their owners feel right at home. Article by Kelly Shearing | Photography by Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming has carved out a sweet spot in New Braunfels by making pet care feel personal. The boutique shop is bright, playful, and welcoming, but what keeps people coming back is the way it treats every dog like a regular from the first visit. For owner Lissett, that has always been the...

Fitness

Training for Life

Inside SBG New Braunfels’ approach to confidence, discipline, and growth through jiu jitsu Article by Kelly Shearing | Photography by SBG New Braunfels Every parent hopes to find activities that help shape who their child becomes. At SBG New Braunfels, owners Coach Michael and his wife, Coach Kaylee, have built a Brazilian jiu jitsu program where kids learn confidence, resilience, and self-defense while developing life skills that reach far beyond the mat. We sat down with Coach Michael to...

Education

Educators Who Inspire

Celebrating local teachers creating meaningful connections with every student Article by Kelly Shearing When our community was invited to nominate favorite teachers for the upcoming Kids & Pets Issue, one theme stood out immediately: great teachers leave a lasting mark. Across New Braunfels classrooms, these educators are doing far more than teaching. They are building confidence, inspiring curiosity, and creating spaces where students feel seen, supported, and loved. Samantha Harms is...

Home + Design

The Perfect Pachanga

How Pachanga Pools turns outdoor spaces into the perfect backyard party for the whole family Article by Kelly Shearing | Photography by Pachanga Pools When Troy French launched Pachanga Pools, he had a simple vision in mind: creating outdoor spaces where families genuinely want to spend their time. The name says it all. “I was born and raised in South Texas, and pachanga basically means you’re going to have a backyard party,” Troy shared. “Friends and everybody come gather and have a good...

Sports + Recreation

Camp, A Place to Grow

Comforting homesick Shawn, our Women’s Director asked the first-time camper what her favorite part of camp was. Through crocodile tears Shawn replied, “When the big girls threw us our own party, because it made me feel special.” Jenna, one of the ‘big girls’, overhearing Shawn chimed in, “I was homesick my first year at camp too...” In that moment, Jenna realized God was using her past homesickness to help a new friend. Jenna’s victory over homesickness had empowered her to walk in greater...

Home Services

Why Outdoor Shades?

The Benefits of Exterior Roller Shades: Why More Homeowners Are Looking Outside Their WindowsIf you've ever stood in a sun-drenched room in July, squinting against the glare and reaching for the thermostat, you already understand the basic problem exterior roller shades solve. Most of us think about window treatments as an indoor decision — curtains, blinds, interior shades — but some of the most effective ways to control heat, light, and privacy happen before sunlight ever touches the glass...