What began as a volunteer-run hotline 40 years ago has grown into a comprehensive agency providing services to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and unhoused individuals, said Janis Parsley, Crisis Center of Comal County's interim CEO.

Some details: Crisis Center of Comal County officials and community members celebrated the nonprofit's 40th anniversary and grand opening of its new three-story shelter June 25 four years after their Common Street shelter caught fire.

"Through every season of growth one thing has remained constant—our commitment to positively impacting the lives of those we've served," Parsley said during the June 25 ribbon-cutting. "Today we celebrate not only a new building, but a new chapter. This facility will allow us to serve more individuals and families, expand our programs and meet the growing needs of our growing community for years to come."

New Braunfels Utilities has completed two projects designed to strengthen electricity reliability and support the city's growing needs.

The two projects, named Hueco Springs Substation and Henne Substation, are funded through a combination of impact fees, utility rates and the Service Availability Charge, according to a news release.

Some details: The Hueco Springs Substation, located along River Road at Edwards Boulevard, will serve NBU customers in the Veramendi area and western portions of NBU’s service territory. The $13.13 million project provides additional electricity capacity and flexibility to help maintain service during equipment issues, maintenance work and unexpected outages, according to the release.

NBU also completed upgrades to the Henne Substation located at 5207 Goodwin Lane. Construction on the $4.89 million project began in September 2025 and consisted of converting the substation to a breaker-and-a-half configuration. This is a more advanced design that meets LCRA standards and improves system reliability by giving operators more flexibility to conduct maintenance or isolate equipment issues while minimizing customer outages, according to the release.

Lone Star Circle of Care has now brought mobile mammography services to communities across Central Texas for five years. The Big Pink Bus launched in July 2021, increasing access to breast cancer screening in the region, according to a news release.

“For five years, the Big Pink Bus has brought life-saving mammography services directly to women across Central Texas,” said Jon Calvin, CEO of Lone Star Circle of Care. “This milestone reflects our ongoing commitment to early detection and expanding access to care.”

What they offer: Through the Big Pink Bus, Lone Star Circle of Care offers mammography services and breast cancer screenings. The resource’s team also supports clients after their initial visit through follow-up support and getting connected to additional resources.

The local impact: Since its initial launch, the bus has given over 10,000 mammograms, and over 80 of those patients were diagnosed with breast cancer through their initial screenings. In the last five years, the bus has traveled over 53,000 miles through Central Texas counties, including Bastrop, Hays, Travis and Williamson. 

In 2021, the Price Center and Garden opened a part-time resale shop to help fund its operations and support local vendors. Shop 1893 will celebrate its fifth anniversary all of July with a month-long sale.

The two-minute impact: Shop 1893 offers shoppers decor, jewelry, household goods, clothing and more from over 40 small and local vendors. The shop is located in a 133-year-old two-story chapel, built in 1893, according to the Price Center’s website.

The store was opened in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic with mostly donated items. While the shop still sells donated items, it also offers a mix of vintage items, original creations and collectibles.

"The Shop has grown into one of the main attractions at the center," said Executive Director Clay DeStefano in a news release

The details: Throughout the month of July, Shop 1893 will feature a 25% off sale on all Price Center-marked merchandise, according to the website. Many store vendors will be holding similar discount sales.

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