Boerne Buc-ee's zoning ratification postponed amid desire to review information
For two months, a number of Boerne residents have spoken at public meetings about concerns of the Buc-ee’s planned for construction off I-10 near US 87, or Main Street.
What's happening? On Sept. 8, the Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing for the ratification of a zoning designation for 5.155 acres of property neighboring the construction site.
After over two hours of citizen comments and commission discussions, the zoning ratification was unanimously tabled for 60 days, giving additional time to review information before a recommendation is made to City Council.
Despite tabling the agenda item, city staff said Buc-ee’s can still move forward with its project, since the property in question has previously been zoned at the highest commercial zoning prior to the update of the city's Unified Development Code in 2021. The proposed use of the property in question is for an accessory parking lot for Buc-ee’s employees.
New business selling smoothies and acai bowls coming soon to Boerne
Playa Bowls is poised to open a location in the Boerne Town Center, bringing smoothies and acai bowls off I-10.
The details: The project is expected to begin mid-September and be completed by early 2026.
Founded in New Jersey and having expanded to more than 300 stores nationwide, Playa Bowls offers a variety of bowls using plant-based ingredients, alongside a selection of smoothies and pressed juices.
CI Foodie: Learn more about these new restaurants across San Antonio
Get the scoop on the newest restaurants and eateries in the San Antonio area to try this fall.
KPOT The nationwide Korean barbecue and hot pot chain allows customers choose from a variety of meats, vegetables, noodles and more to heat their own meals, build-your-own style.
Opened Aug. 28
Gong Cafe The new Japanese eatery menu serves authentic sushi, specialty rolls, seafood and more. Traditional Hibachi dinners are also on the table for guests, with meat and seafood combos.
Opened Sept. 6
Boerne Epicure Gourmet Delicatessen With its new brick and mortar, the deli has a selection of fresh meats, cheeses and specialty subs like the London Pub and the Greek Taverna.
Opened Sept. 8
Shipley Do-Nuts The food chain specializes in handcrafted donuts, entree-focused kolaches filled with various meats and cheeses and specialty coffees and teas.
Cellphone ban, library materials: 8 new Texas laws impacting public schools
When Texas students returned to school in August, some substantial changes awaited them.
The overview:
House Bill 2 increases state funding for public schools by $8.4 billion.
House Bill 1481 prohibits students from using cellphones and other personal communication devices throughout the school day.
Senate Bill 12 requires parental consent for students to receive "medical, psychiatric and psychological treatment" on campus.
Senate Bill 13 gives parents and school boards more oversight of library materials.
House Bill 6 gives teachers more discretion to remove repeatedly disruptive or violent students from class.
Senate Bill 10 requires most schools to display donated posters of the Ten Commandments in classrooms.
Senate Bill 11 allows districts to set aside time for students and staff to pray or read religious texts at school.
Senate Bill 965 codifies school employees' rights to "engage in religious speech or prayer while on duty."
The context: The sweeping changes come after lawmakers passed what state leaders have called “transformative” education laws during this year’s regular legislative session, which ended June 2.
