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Fair Oaks Ranch Police Department sees increase in annual calls for service, decrease in cases reported

On March 19, Fair Oaks Ranch Police Chief Todd Smith gave the annual police department report.

“2025 was a strong year for the department,” Smith said. “We accomplished a lot, but what I am most proud of is our dedication to our community.”

Breaking it down: In 2025, the city of Fair Oaks Ranch received 5,312 calls for service, the majority of which were animal services calls and security checks. The department received around 28% more calls than the previous year.

“That tells us two things: the community is growing, and the residents trust us to respond,” Smith said.

Response times in 2025 averaged at three minutes. This response time averages all calls, and the response time for emergency calls is less than two minutes, Smith said.

 
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Boerne art gallery to expand, celebrate 15th anniversary on the Hill Country Mile

A locally owned art gallery is set to celebrate a big milestone this spring, along with an expanded brick-and-mortar location.

What’s happening: Texas Treasures Fine Art Gallery will celebrate its 15th anniversary in Boerne from April 9-12, staff told Community Impact.

The gallery is located in the heart of downtown Boerne at 195 S. Main St.

According to the gallery’s website, this is the schedule of events for the four-day celebration:

  • April 9, 4-8 p.m.

  • April 10, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

  • April 11, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

  • April 12, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.


There will be over 20 local and regional artists in attendance to go with live demonstrations, sculpting classes and more. The event is free and open to the public.

Additionally, the gallery is currently in the process of expanding to add more space for artists, according to a Facebook post from the business.

Take a closer look: Texas Treasures Co. oversees four separate businesses on Main St. in Boerne, including the Fine Art Gallery, according to their website.

  • 195 S. Main St., Boerne

 

FOODIE FRIDAY
Check out these new restaurants and bars opening across the San Antonio area.

Austin-based Pinthouse Pizza opens first San Antonio location this week

This Austin-based restaurant has expanded, opening its first San Antonio location at 5534 N. Loop 1604 W. on March 23. The brewpub is known for a wide range of craft beers, pizzas and sandwiches.

Read here.

 

☕️ Cibolo-based mobile coffee service now operating across San Antonio
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🍝 Bella Sera officially settles into new location in Boerne
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🥩 Outback Steakhouse closes in Northeast San Antonio after 25 years
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🍗 Anthony's opens food truck in Cibolo
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New Braunfels-based Muck & Fuss to open San Antonio location

This New Braunfels-born burger joint is planning to open a second location at 2422 N. Loop 1604 W., San Antonio, this fall. Muck & Fuss serves a selection of gourmet burgers along with craft beers. The restaurant also has truffle fries, milkshakes and more.

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Metro News
Dill Dinkers opens largest San Antonio indoor pickleball facility near UTSA

Dill Dinkers opened its second San Antonio location near the University of Texas at San Antonio.

The details: The new 24,000-square-foot facility is the largest indoor pickleball facility in San Antonio. Situated in its own climate-controlled building, the new Dill Dinkers features 10 indoor courts, two dedicated social areas, a large parking lot and is built using sound-dampening materials to create a quieter environment.

According to a news release, the courts are individually fenced and are equipped with ProCushion surfaces for joint support and LED sport lighting. The new location’s pro shop offers paddles, balls and accessories. The shop also offers demo gear and exclusive member pricing, the news release states.

Dill Dinkers UTSA will host beginner clinics, leagues for all levels, tournaments and private event rentals. Coaching staff will include UT San Antonio student-athletes. The new location is also launching a Newbie + Beginner Academy, which is a structured seven-week program designed for players with little to no experience, according to the release.

  • 5131 Beckwith Blvd., San Antonio

 

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SATX Market President

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