Voters in Boerne ISD and the city of Fair Oaks Ranch will have contested races to consider during the May 2 election. While the city of Boerne had two seats up for election, only incumbents filed for a place on the ballot.

What you need to know: Keith Rhoden was the only candidate who submitted an application for Fair Oaks Ranch City Council Place 2.

For City Council, Place 6, incumbent Jonathan Swarek will run against challenger Matthew Reigelsperger. Fair Oaks Ranch City Council members serve three-year terms. Swarek was appointed to City Council in March following the resignation of Chesley Muenchow, serving on City Council for a little over a year come election day.

Boerne ISD Place 6 trustee Kristi Schmidt is running unopposed in May, while Place 7 incumbent Rich Sena will run against Michael Ethridge, district staff said. Boerne ISD trustees serve three-year terms.

This Hill Country chain serving cocktails to-go has announced the permanent closure of all locations in San Antonio, New Braunfels and Boerne.

What’s happening: Roc-N-Ritas is closing all five of its locations in the greater San Antonio area, according to a Feb. 13 social media announcement from the business:

• 112 E. San Antonio Ave., Boerne
• 2864 Thousand Oaks Drive, Ste. 101, San Antonio
• 5726 Babcock Road, San Antonio
• 211 Elliot Knox Blvd., New Braunfels

• Locations across San Antonio

Opening its first branch in San Antonio in 1946, the financial institution has been serving residents for decades.

What we know: According to a news release, Jefferson Bank announced the opening of a new branch in Alamo Heights on Feb. 9 to kick off its 80th-anniversary celebration throughout 2026.

“This new banking center reflects our continued investment in San Antonio and our belief that banking is strongest when it is personal, accessible and rooted in the community,” Mitch Walker, the chief executive officer of Jefferson Bank, said in the release.

The banking conglomerate currently has 15 locations serving residents throughout the entire San Antonio metro area, from Boerne to New Braunfels. Their newest branch is located at 7373 Broadway, Ste. 100.

The context: “As the bank celebrates its 80th anniversary, it continues to pursue thoughtful growth, enhancing access and capabilities while preserving its independence and local ownership,” the news release states.

• Locations across San Antonio, New Braunfels and Boerne

Jose Hernandez said he wanted to bring the cuisine of his hometown of Monterrey, Mexico, to San Antonio after moving to the area five years ago with his family.

“We wanted to make something for ourselves,” Hernandez said.

Originally, Hernandez said the idea for the eatery was from his wife, Neree Hernandez, who had years of experience cooking dishes in Mexico.

While the dream took longer than he expected, Hernandez officially opened his new restaurant, Tacos210Mexico, in October 2025.

On the menu: The taco spot offers a selection of traditional Tex-Mex dishes, from street tacos to burrito bowls, all with a twist.

Hernandez said what sets the restaurant apart in San Antonio is its selection of dishes, which are popular in Monterrey and throughout the state of Nuevo León, Mexico.

Learn more: Hernandez said his favorite part about being a first-time restaurant owner is making sure people in the community are well fed.

• 14357 Blanco Road, San Antonio

Early in-person voting in Texas’ primary elections begins Feb. 17 and lasts until Feb. 27.

How it works: Texas has an open primary system, where voters decide at the polling place whether to cast ballots in the Democratic or Republican primary. Voters may not participate in both primaries.

What to expect: Voters will be given a ballot with a slate of statewide seats and other races determined by the voting precinct they live in. During early voting, registered voters can visit any polling location in their county.

Candidates who win their primaries will advance to the Nov. 3 midterm election.

Why it matters: Early voting gives registered voters the opportunity to cast their ballots before primary election day March 3.

Voter advocacy groups and experts told Community Impact that a vote in the March primaries is “the most impactful vote” Texans can cast, due to consistently low voter turnout and competition in certain races. Over 18 million Texans are registered to vote, although about one-fifth of registered voters participated in recent primary elections.