SATX-BNE: Impact 11/7/2025

The city of Boerne and surrounding areas are growing, bringing in additional retail, residential and community developments. From a new education and training center to medical office spaces, here are five developments being constructed in the Boerne area.

• New Alamo Colleges District facility bringing job training, education programs to Boerne
• One Seven Business Park nears completion in Boerne, offering medical, professional office space
• Morningside at Menger Springs expansion to bring 51 independent living units
• Wellness Plaza at Boerne aims to bring health care, retail to Herff Road
• Northside Community Park construction underway following Sept. 3 groundbreaking

This health-focused grocer is celebrating a big milestone this fall in Boerne.

Meet the team: The local organic supermarket Nature’s Presence officially recognized its 20th anniversary in business on Nov. 5 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

Current owners Lance and Mary Lira took over the store in 2022, and the previous owners began the business in 2005.

“We’ve been in Boerne for 22 years,” Lira said. “[The store] was the perfect fit.”

Staying local: Nature’s Presence is stocked with organic groceries, supplements and care products, staff told Community Impact.

For groceries, there’s locally-sourced frozen meats, snacks, honey, sauces and more, plus organic pet food.

Supplements range from essential oils to vitamins, minerals and CBD lotions and gummies, according to the grocer’s website.

There’s also a variety of personal hygiene supplies like lotions, shampoos and conditioners at the shop.

• 807 N. Main St., Boerne

This nationwide grocery store chain has continued its expansion in San Antonio, recently opening a brand new location on the city’s north side.

In case you missed it: Trader Joe’s officially unveiled its newest brick-and-mortar at 11745 I-10, Ste. 410, in the Huebner Oaks Center on Nov. 4.

According to the store’s website, it’s San Antonio’s third overall location, with 500 scattered throughout the United States.

Across Central Texas, the chain recently opened a new location in Bee Cave on Oct. 29, according to previous reporting from Community Impact.

What they offer: Known for its store brand products, produce and more, Trader Joe’s offers “unconventional” and “interesting” options for grocery shopping, according to its website.

There’s also a floral section, bakery, and deli.

• 11745 I-10, Ste. 410, San Antonio

Get the latest information on live music and events happening at this year's Wurstfest in New Braunfels.

Opening Ceremonies with Alex Meixner
Catch the storied opening event of the festival with the “biting of the sausage” and the tapping of the first keg, along with live music and more.

• Nov. 7, 5:30 - 6:00 p.m.

• Nov. 7: Squeezebox with Mollie B, 4 p.m; Munchholzhauser Blaskapella, 8 p.m.
• Nov. 8: Jodie Mikula Orchestra, 11:10 a.m.; Seven Dutchmen Orchestra, 2:40 p.m.
• Nov. 9: Die FrohlicheTanzgruppe, 1:05 p.m.

• Nov. 7: Die Bayrischen Hiatamadln, 4:45 p.m.; Alex Meixner Band, 6:25 p.m.
• Nov. 8: Comal Community Band, 11:10 a.m.; Terry Cavanagh & Alpine Express, 1:05 p.m.
• Nov. 9: Shiner Hobo Band, 11:10 a.m.

• Nov. 7: Yodel Blitz, 4:45 p.m.; Walburg Boys, 6:30 p.m.
• Nov. 8: Kerry Christensen Master Yodeler, 11:00 a.m., The Oompahs, 11:55 a.m.; Alpenfest, 1:15 p.m.
• Nov. 9: Edelweiss Kinder Chor von New Braunfels, 11:50 a.m.; Auf Geht’s Musik, 5:15 p.m.