New Bentley dealership opens near Boerne, Fair Oaks Ranch
A luxury car manufacturer is expanding its presence in North America, adding a new showroom near Boerne and Fair Oaks Ranch.
What’s happening
Bentley Motors opened its newest showroom in early November at 27605 I-10 near Boerne, dealership staff told Community Impact.
It’s situated beside Lamborghini San Antonio and will be operated by the same ownership and staff.
Read the full story by Reporter Andrew Creelman.
New Braunfels looks to update thoroughfare plan to meet growing population needs
The city of New Braunfels is planning to update its 2012 Regional Transportation Plan, known as the Thoroughfare Plan, with hopes of easing strain on existing infrastructure and shifting resources to roadways more aligned with projected population data.
During a Nov. 4 New Braunfels City Council meeting, Deputy City Manager Jordan Matney and Transportation and Construction Services Director Garry Ford updated City Council on some of the possible changes to the plan, including additions, removals and changes to right of way plans.
A quick note
The 2012 plan was coordinated with the city of Seguin, Comal and Guadalupe counties, the Alamo Area Metropolitan Organization and the Texas Department of Transportation. The Thoroughfare Plan identifies major existing and proposed roadways within the city limits and the extraterritorial jurisdiction and serves as a comprehensive document to help the city guide growth, preserve rights of way and plan for future transportation needs.
The plan update uses new data and public feedback to account for new projections of future needs for the city.
Read the full story by Reporter Ethan Thomas.
Check out 12 holiday happenings in New Braunfels
From festivals to conventions, check out these 12 events scheduled across New Braunfels from late December to mid-January.
This list is not comprehensive, and events are subject to change.
December
4th Annual Grinch Market
Catch a glimpse of the infamous Grinch and shop for holiday goods and gifts from local vendors.
- Dec. 14, 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
- Freiheit Country Store, 2157 FM 1101, New Braunfels
Featuring live music, head to this local wine and beer tasting event in historic Gruene to support Texas breweries and wineries.
- Dec. 19, 5-8 p.m.
- The Grapevine, 1612 Hunter Road, New Braunfels
The Weighted Plate closes after 1 year at new location in New Braunfels
A local bar, grill and live music venue has shut its doors in New Braunfels.
What’s happening
The Weighted Plate officially closed Nov. 22 at 5441 FM 1102, owner Cody Teer told Community Impact.
“We had a good thing going,” Teer said. “The community has been super supportive with helping us right now.”
Teer cited the early November installation of “no parking” signs along FM 1102 and directly in front of the business as the main driver behind the shutdown.
Read the full story by Reporter Andrew Creelman.
New Braunfels City Council approves exemptions to downtown paid parking
New Braunfels City Council has officially approved exemptions to its paid-parking program, allowing drivers with disabled license plates or placards to park for free downtown, following a second and final reading at its regular meeting Nov. 24.
The update
Under Texas Transportation Code Section 681, vehicles displaying a valid disabled license plate or placard will not be charged parking fees at parking meters, as previously reported by Community Impact. The exemption, recommended by city staff, aligns with state law and community feedback.
New Braunfels does not use parking meters, but staff determined the legislative intent of the statute is clear—individuals with disabilities should not be required to pay for public parking. Disabled veteran plates are not automatically eligible unless paired with an appropriate placard, agenda documents state.
Read the full story by Reporter Ethan Thomas.
