H.O. ADLER AND THE BOY SCOUTS

Historic H.O. Adler general merchandise store building in downtown Boerne Texas, later home to Bergmann Lumber Company and now Tusculum Brewing Company

Published in 2011, the late John Eddie Vogt’s book, Witches, Bitches, and Other Small Town Folks, brings to life the quirky, unforgettable, and entertaining tales of growing up and living in Kendall County from the 1930s through the 1960s. Thanks to the gracious permission of his family, The Kendall Gentleman is honored to share excerpts … Read more

Serving Where It Feels Like Home

Officer Cody Shelton standing in uniform in front of a Boerne Police Department patrol vehicle in Texas.

For Officer Cody Shelton, service has never been about the spotlight. It has always been about showing up when it matters most, often when no one is watching and no one is keeping score. Shelton grew up in Quincy, Illinois, a small, close knit community where relationships and accountability mattered. When he later arrived in … Read more

Bruno Phillip: Boerne’s Fallen Son and the Legacy of Service

Historic World War I photograph of U.S. soldiers marching in formation through a European village, rifles shouldered and flag raised.

In the quiet corners of Boerne, Texas, where limestone buildings line Main Street and the Hill Country breeze carries echoes of history, one name endures as a symbol of sacrifice and patriotism: Private Bruno Phillip. Though his life was cut short on the battlefields of France during World War I, his legacy lives on in … Read more

Deep Roots Create Strong Trees: Serving Our Neighbors in Kendall County.

Large oak tree with sprawling branches against a clear evening sky, symbolizing deep roots and strength.

The most important people in my life are not on billboards or TV. The most important and influential people in my life are not famous. They are not world leaders or politicians. The most important and influential people in my life, I run into and meet every day. They are the ones who are walking … Read more

Exploring Boerne, Texas and the Maverick Legacy

Tom Allred, a respected Kendall County leader and contributor to The Kendall Gentleman, photographed in classic Western attire.

A Journey Through the Hill Country’s Rich History  Nestled in the heart of Texas Hill Country, Boerne stands as a gateway to the past, rich with tales of  rugged independence and pioneering spirit. This charming town offers a unique lens through which  visitors can explore the broader history of Texas, a state built on resilience … Read more