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Hill Country Readies for Burst of Eclipse Viewers: Kerrville and Boerne Mobilize Amid Traffic and Supply Concerns
Hill Country is bracing for a celestial spectacle that's projected to draw in a massive crowd. As April 8 looms closer, thousands of star gazers and eclipse chasers are expected to descend upon the area to witness a total solar eclipse. Local officials are not taking the event lightly, having spent years planning for the influx of visitors. Kerrville Convention and Visitor's Bureau's Leslie Jones highlighted the extended discussions about the event, telling KSAT, "They've been having these conversations since 2017 because it was announced that we would be in totality for the next one."
Missing 14-year-old girl found safe, authorities say
SAN ANTONIO — Bexar County authorities say a 14-year-old Boerne girl they were previously searching for has been found. Officials previously said the teen was last seen at her home on Monday night before she was reported missing Tuesday. No other details were provided. >MORE LOCAL NEWS:. >TRENDING ON...
Solar Eclipse: Be Prepared
Authorities are expecting Boerne’s population to double on April 8, when the total solar eclipse occurs.While the population may bring more traffic onto Boerne’s streets and into its businesses, officials expect the departure to be its biggest headache.Chris Shadrock, Boerne director of communications, summarized discussion from a March 18 emergency management meeting held leading up to the event, now just over two weeks away.“Plan now how you want to spend the day,” Shadrock said. “Within Kendall County, we have a front-row seat. If you like crowds and want to celebrate this moment with others, do so. But just be prepared ...
Suspects facing several charges for stealing car at gas station, leading deputies on a chase, BCSO says
SAN ANTONIO — Multiple local law enforcement agencies including Texas DPS, the Bexar County Sheriff's Office, and the Atascosa Sheriff's Office helped arrest three suspects after an aggravated robbery on Tuesday morning. Police said a victim was pumping gas at a convenience store on Tarpon Drive in Boerne when...
Finalist named to take retiring Sharyland ISD superintendent’s position
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... McALLEN — The Sharyland ISD school board named Elaine Howard, deputy superintendent of Boerne ISD, as the finalist for superintendent position with current superintendent Maria Vidaurri retiring. After three days of conducting interviews in special board meetings, the school district announced Howard as...
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