It’s Friday August 30th. 

Today in Texas history-the founding of Houston. Just 9 days after General Sam Houston had won Texas its independence in 1836, 2 brothers named a potential town after him. Augustus and John Allen bought 6,642 acres for a buck forty a pop, and began laying down their plans. Quickly, the city became the capital of the Republic, and eventually, Texas became the 28th state. Although it is no longer the capital, it continues to bare the name of our first president, as well as hold 2.3 million people, making it the largest city in the Lone Star State.  And to all the Houstonians who’ve moved here to Boerne…you’re welcome.

 The Boerne Animal Care Services is dealing with a full house... Just yesterday they took in nearly a dozen cats and kittens with already limited space. If you’ve been in the market for a new kitty meow, stop by the Boerne ACS or call 830-249-2456. Their adoption fees have been lower to just $25 - and coming up on Wednesday September 18th from 10 to 2 is their special Rabies Vaccination Clinic and a good day to get your City of Boerne Pet License.   You can register at boerne-TX.gov/acs.

The Boerne Independent School District is proud to announce a new safety and security initiative called the Empowered Partner Program. It’s designed to keep students safe through local business partnerships to become safe zones where students can seek help if they need assistance. Some of these proud businesses include 28 Songs, Das Greenhaus, Hill Country Pregnancy Center and the Hill Country Animal League.

If you’re looking for something to do this weekend, the 118th Kendall County Fair kicks off today! That means a carnival, shopping and food, and good ol’ mutton bustin at the rodeo will be happening tonight through the rest of the weekend. The purpose of the annual fair is to display the best agriculture products and livestock from Kendall County and the surrounding hill country area, plus have a great deal of fun. 

Boerne Radio News is delivered to you by The Boerne Star… The Bank and Trust on Bandera Road led by Carlin Friar here in Boerne - the Bank and Trust has been building businesses for the last 114 years in Texas - and now a full-service bank… walk into the Bank Trust today - open a new account, get a business loan, and get Carlin Friar to help you.   They are right across the street from the Sonic - but it’s always Happy Hour at the Bank and Trust - TheBankandTrust.bank.

Have a great weekend…

Baron Wiley - Boerne Radio 103.9FM