Boerne ISD is exploring improvements to school security, hosting a live demonstration Jan. 9 of a drone system designed to confront armed intruders in seconds.

What’s happening? Campus Guardian Angel utilizes an Austin-based team to pilot drones housed on school campuses. The drones are designed for use during school shootings, working with law enforcement to stop an intruder and give key information on the location of the threat. 

CEO and Founder of Campus Guardian Angel Justin Marston said the primary goal was to have drones operate as the initial response, reaching the intruder in under a minute. By mapping the route of the intruder and utilizing drones to distract or incapacitate a shooter, the technology is designed to help officers respond while reducing the risk of being attacked by the intruder. 

Boerne ISD has not signed an agreement with Campus Guardian Angel to implement the drones at campuses, but district staff said a potential agreement is in the works, possibly bringing the system to the district in the future.

ACE Plastic Surgery, on Jan. 7, celebrated a ribbon-cutting ceremony with the Greater Boerne Chamber of Commerce for its recently opened Boerne location.

The details: Guided by Dr. Agustín Cornejo, the business offers a range of services and procedures for face, body, skin and other features. Alongside surgical options, the business offers nonsurgical procedures such as fillers, Botox and more. 

The business opened its doors in mid-October, and appointments can be made at the location or on the business website. 

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What you need to know: According to a news release, work crews will drain the river from West Josephine Street to South Alamo Street, including the downtown river loop and other extension areas. After draining the river, work crews will remove any sediment build-up and debris, while also inspecting the waterway’s integrity and making any necessary repairs.

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