13+ hour, 26+ min ago  (221+ words) Cindy Lynn Close, 68, passed away on Friday, June 19, 2026 in New Braunfels, Texas." She was born in New Braunfels, Texas on December 11, 1957, to Robert Gonzales and Irene Ortiz Gonzales. Cindy graduated from New Braunfels High School and was a Mc Donald's…...

23+ hour, 7+ min ago  (604+ words) With profound sadness and deep gratitude for a life well lived, we announce the unexpected passing of John Aramendia on Father's Day, June 21, 2026. A devoted husband, loving father, successful businessman, talented mechanic and loyal friend, he leaves behind a legacy…...

18+ hour, 56+ min ago  (270+ words) Jim Wesson is the executive director of New Braunfels Christian Ministries and is the former president and administrator of CHRISTUS Santa Rosa - New Braunfels. Transportation is one of the most persistent challenges facing our community. Whether in nonprofit meetings, city…...

22+ hour, 38+ min ago  (498+ words) Fire Chief Ruy Lozano and Police Chief Osbaldo Flores seek to build a joint training facility to improve collaboration and reduce costs. The New Braunfels City Council approved a contract for $150, 000 with Randall Scott Architects Inc. to conduct a feasibility…...

1+ day, 4+ min ago  (527+ words) New Braunfels natives'Jonathan Norris (left) and Aaron Smith are members of Kingdom Collapse, a hard rock band based in San Antonio. San Antonio-based hard rock band Kingdom Collapse is pictured. Hard rock band Kingdom Collapse might be known for performing…...

1+ day, 2+ hour ago  (293+ words) Jakob Willmann, formerly the civilian coordinator for Comal County Crime Stoppers, was arrested June 22 on charges of theft of a public servant and abuse of official capacity, according to the Comal County Sheriff's Department. Specifically, Willmann is charged with abuse…...

1+ day, 13+ hour ago  (498+ words) Reagan Renay (Langemeier) Cass was born on July 14, 1997, in Fort Dodge, Iowa. She grew up in Marion, Texas, and recently resided in Canyon, Texas "Reagan was known for her bright smile, compassionate heart, and ability to make anyone feel welcome....

1+ day, 18+ hour ago  (399+ words) Over the weekend, I had the opportunity to attend the annual Texas Press Association Convention. Over the course of three days, publishers and journalists gathered to learn about innovative ways to better provide their communities with information. On the final…...

1+ day, 18+ hour ago  (387+ words) Long ago, when most Americans left the house for mass entertainment, they flocked to carnivals that crisscrossed the country to delight small towns and big cities. Shows typically included a barker whose steady stream of superfluous oratory enticed folks to…...

1+ day, 22+ hour ago  (932+ words) The Faust Hotel in downtown New Braunfels is pictured on May 13, 2026. Here is your New Braunfels area live music calendar for the week of June 25: (6390 FM 1102, 830-609-9133) Sat " George Joseph Marsh " 7pm (290 W. San Antonio, 830-627-0808) Sat " Buckets & Boards (kid show) " 7: 30pm (18275 FM 306, Canyon Lake…...