New Braunfels Utilities rebates look to cut costs on customers’ electric, water bills
Rebates offered by New Braunfels Utilities aim to give money back to customers while encouraging conservation.
What is it
Rebates are programs designed to assist NBU customers in implementing water or energy conservation practices or technologies at their homes, said Andrew Cummings, NBU’s director of customer solutions. The rebates are accredited to customers’ bills.
Read the full story by Editor Amira Van Leeuwen.
3 businesses coming soon to New Braunfels
Learn about 3 businesses coming soon to New Braunfels.
River City Refillery
The business—owned by Kelley Pacillas—looks to reduce plastic waste and increase the use of non-toxic home goods by giving customers the ability to refill their items using glass jars and other reusable containers brought from home.
- Opening July
- 2165 Gabriels Place, Ste. 1101, New Braunfels
The business provides healthcare services for individuals with Medicare plans and focuses on preventive care.
- Opening November
- 1037 State Hwy. 46, Ste. 107, New Braunfels
The Purple Pig serves up BBQ, midwestern-style
Demetric Herron, owner of The Purple Pig BBQ, said he started his culinary career after serving in the United States Army, working his way up from food tents to food trucks.
Then, along with his wife, Cherise, he took the final step and officially opened restaurant in November 2021, bringing the Schertz community something different—Midwestern style barbecue.
The background
Herron grew up learning the Midwestern craft from his great-uncle in Indianapolis, Indiana.
“I remember looking at ribs that were the size of me when I was a little kid,” Herron said.
Read the full story by Reporter Andrew Creelman.
Chipotle, Papa Nachos, Mainz Meat Market: 5 upcoming businesses in Boerne
Learn more about 5 businesses coming soon to the Boerne area.
Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii
Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii will be opening its first location in Boerne, according to a Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation filing. Beverages at the business include lattes, teas, lemonades and other coffee-based drinks.
- Opening TBD
- 34590 IH-10 W., Boerne
Developers said the project will focus on providing high-quality office space with a historic flair and architectural nod to the Depot buildings that once stood in its place.
- Opening TBD
- 209 Ebner Street, Boerne
Schertz City Council selects design services for future $1.28M road construction
The Shertz City Council approved authorizing an agreement with Kimley-Horn and Associates to design the 2025 Street Preservation and Maintenance, or SPAM, Resurfacing Project on June 17.
The project is the latest phase in annual street rehabilitation in the city, consisting of applying a slurry seal or new driving surface in several neighborhoods, according to agenda documents.
The design contract with Kimley-Horn and Associates is $179,180, with the total construction and design budget for the project at just over $1.28 million, according to agenda documents.
Read the full story by Reporter Thomas Leffler.
Cibolo Business Center to bring 60,000 square-feet of commercial space to Northeast San Antonio
A new development called Cibolo Business Center, located at 280 Weil Road, is looking to bring more commercial space to Northeast San Antonio.
The overview
The project—which is being developed by Zlatony Properties—sits on a 20-acre tract of land and will offer 60,000 square-feet of flex and build-to-suit spaces at full build out.
Read the full story by Editor Amira Van Leeuwen.
Reinventing an icon: How the $550 million Alamo Plan will fuel North San Antonio’s economy
To reshape visitors’ perception of the Alamo, The Alamo Trust, state and city officials are working on major expansions to drastically boost tourism.
Jeff Webster, CEO and president of the Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce, said the state projects that the plan will grow tourism at the Alamo by 56%.
The overview
Known as the Alamo Plan, a series of projects aims to tell the full story of Texas history. The plan includes reestablishing the original four-and-a-half-acre footprint, building the Alamo Visitor Center and Museum, the Texas Cavaliers Education Center and a pedestrian mall.
Read the full story by Reporter Parks Kugle.
