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From new boutiques to several businesses closing on Main Street, check out these January updates from across Boerne and Fair Oaks Ranch.
Now open
The Sharing Kind Boutique
This new teen-focused shop on the Hill Country Mile features clothing, accessories, handbags and more.
The Kendall Restaurant
This restaurant—which replaced Peggy’s on the Green—features traditional American steakhouse fare, from seared meats to specialty sandwiches and more.
Inside 9 Golf & Social Club
This new golf simulator features 24/7 access, memberships, workspaces and bays for group parties and private events.
ACE Plastic Surgery
Guided by Dr. Agustín Cornejo, the business offers a range of services and procedures for face, body, skin and other features. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on Jan. 7 to celebrate the official opening of the clinic.
Coming soon
Elara Aesthetics & Boutique
The new salon and shop—locally-owned by Michelle Hoyt—will offer a variety of women’s clothing and accessories, a spa for facials and the ability for customers to host private events.
Texas Regional Bank
This Texas-based bank chain is planning to open a brand-new branch in the Hill Country, offering patrons traditional banking services, trust and wealth management services and mortgage loans.
In the news
State Farm
Local insurance agent Ginny Thompson celebrated her 40th anniversary serving the local area with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Nov. 7.
400 Blanco Annex
The historical building—now used for county municipal offices—got this new name after a Kendall County Commissioners’ Court hearing on Jan. 13.
Sisterdale Volunteer Fire Department
The local volunteer fire department celebrated its 50th year serving the Hill Country with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Jan. 21.
Das Festival of Kendall County
A new event called the Das Pageant will take place during one of Kendall County’s biggest German festivals this summer, and more details will be released soon about the upcoming beauty pageant.
Relocations
The Pearl Antler
This locally-owned gift shop is moving to The Shoppes at 222 from its current location on the Hill Country Mile.
Renovations
H-E-B
The supermarket is gearing up for a minor renovation soon. According to filings with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, it will be a $250,000 alteration to approximately 325 square feet of the store.
Closings
GameStop
The nationwide gaming retailer has shut down its sole location in Boerne following a wave of closures across the entire United States.
The Red Rooster
The local gift shop and antique store offered a selection of vintage goods, antique gifts and home decor, according to their Facebook page.
Bush’s Chicken
Boerne’s lone location of this fast food restaurant permanently closed. The eatery offered fried chicken tenders and classic Southern sides like mashed potatoes, okra, coleslaw and more.
Worth the trip
La Panadería Bakery Café
This local coffee shop and bakery chain has opened its fifth area location, offering a Mexican-inspired selection of specialty coffee, baked goods and more.
Teriyaki Madness
This new fast casual restaurant offers completely customizable teriyaki bowls with a wide selection of toppings, meats and sauces.
