It’s Thursday March 5th. 

And a couple of Boerne Birthdays today…Happy Birthdayto Blake Wilson, he’s the guy running the Wolf Den Gaming, and to Fly Fisherman Chris Pauriea. 

On this date in 1836, Santa Anna held a counsel of war to plan the final attack on the Alamo...and ordered his artillery batteries moved closer to the fort….According to tradition, Lt. Col. William B. Travis drew a line in the sand, offering  the defenders a final chance to stay or leave.  All but one stayed, and the Alamo would fall the next day.

The Boerne Parks Improvement projects continue, and after 10 months of work, City leadership, residents, and ball players gathered at Northrup Park to officially open the new Field 11.  Before renovations, Field 11 was not used for organized league play due to its rough playing surface and lack of lighting. Now, new LED dark-sky compliant lighting has been installed to expand hours of use.  Other improvements include a  redone in and out field, a new irrigation system and a shiny new scoreboard and press box.  

The beloved Creek Restaurant, which has been a staple to Boerne for many years, will be closing its doors on March 14th. Staff took to Instagram to announce the closure, thanking all of the guests that came through their doors and celebrating every occasion. You can still make a reservation to say your goodbyes before next Saturday.

The Boerne Star confirms that the burn ban will stay in place until Kendall County receives significant rainfall. The ban is needed as first responders prepare for the wildfire season, often characterized by dry conditions or drought, (check) rising temperatures (check) and gusty winds like today (check).   Fire Marshall Brady Constantine says he’s not sure when the ban will be lifted, but currently most of the state is in burn ban mode as well. 

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And by our Weather Sponsor Mr Electric - it’ll be breezy and warm today getting to 82 - and Mr. Electric says expect thunder and lightning this Saturday and Sunday.

Baron Wiley - Boerne Radio 103.9FM