New Braunfels welcomes new mayor and council members
Two new council members were also welcomed to the dais and district 2 council member Justin Meadows was elected as Mayor Pro Tem.
Schlitterbahn to reopen in mid-June at 25% capacity
The park can see more than a million guests in a season at full capacity.
Le Petit Parties Couture closed in March
The party venue hosted parties, playdates, etiquette lessons and more.
Gov. Abbott issues proclamation allowing water parks to open
Starting Friday, May 29, water parks will be allowed to open but must limit guests to 25% of their normal operating capacity.
Texas schools may begin hosting sports workouts, band practices June 8
The University Interscholastic League released guidelines for allowing sports workouts and marching bands to practice.
Reopening will be its own challenge
Local business owner faces backlash over delayed reopening
Gruene Hall celebrated 45th anniversary in May
The dance hall reopened on May 22 with social distancing measures.
Granzin Bar-B-Q to reopen May 30 after self-imposed closure
Two back-of-house employees tested positive for COVID-19 earlier this month.
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Employee at Westpointe Village H-E-B confirmed with COVID-19, Comal and Guadalupe County break past 200 total cases
While Comal County continues reporting breakdowns of local cases and testing, Guadalupe County reduced the flow of information and the state inflated its testing numbers.
2tarts Bakery owners named New Braunfels Chamber’s Small Business Persons of the Year
The sisters have served sweet treats to the New Braunfels community since 2009 and are both involved in several community organizations and nonprofits.
LIST: What is open, closed in Texas and how businesses can operate
Texas openings are staggered with different opening dates and operating limits.
New Braunfels and Comal County announce Memorial Day holiday closures
Some city and county facilities will be closed for the holiday weekend.
Texas to test all state hospitals, supported living centers for COVID-19
All patients, residents and staff at Texas' 23 state hospitals and supported living centers will be tested for coronavirus regardless of symptoms or exposure.
Comal and Guadalupe County combined COVID-19 case count at 197
There have also been 10 positive tests for antibodies which are not included in county totals.
Budget cuts slated for Texas state agencies, higher education institutions in 2020-21 biennium
Texas state agencies and institutions of higher education to expect a 5% reduction in budget plans for the 2020-21 biennium as part of the state's response to the economic ramifications of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Pop’s BBQ celebrated one year of business at the end of March
The barbecue restaurant serves brisket, banana pudding and more
Census data: New Braunfels' population grows to 90,209
The population grew by 32,469 residents, which represents a 56.4% jump.
Gov. Abbott removes late-fee barrier for Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission license, permit renewal
Gov. Greg Abbott is allowing the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission to waive the late fee for license and permit renewals that have lapsed since March 13, according to a May 20 press release.
Questions about a Texas driver's license? Department of Public Safety offices to begin phased reopening May 26
Limited services will be offered by appointment only.
State, federal officials offer resources, advice for Texas small business owners
“Small businesses are having to pivot, and we are seeing that. We are having businesses that had one business model that had to change," said Adriana Cruz, executive director for economic development and tourism in the Office of the Texas Governor.
Updated: Appeals court blocks vote-by-mail expansion; Texas Supreme Court hears separate case
The ruling is the latest in the ongoing debate over whether access to mail ballots should be expanded in Texas during the coronavirus pandemic.
Six new cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Comal County, 16 total active cases
260 tests were conducted in local nursing homes on Tuesday, all of which are pending.