Frank Addington, Jr Texas is known as a friendly state. In our early days when folks lived out on ranches, town was where people came to get supplies, do a little dancing and visit neighbors at a dance hall on Saturday night and attend Church on Sunday. Technology and screens have changed our lives … Read more
If you drive east of Boerne, where the land begins to rise and the trees crowd closer to the road, you’ll see a stretch of fence that tells you exactly who lives there. Simple white signs with bold red letters, speaking the kind of truths that make people honk, grin, and nod their heads. They … Read more
For Kendall County Sheriff Al Auxier, the badge has never been about authority. It has always been about service to God, to community, and to the men and women who stand beside him. His journey into law enforcement began nearly forty years ago and continues today, guided by the same principles that first led him … Read more
In the story of Kendall County’s development, certain names stand out as pillars of growth and community spirit. Among them is August B. Rausch (1847–1931), whose life and work left a lasting imprint on both the agricultural and commercial foundations of the county, and particularly the growing town of Boerne. Early Life and Roots Born … Read more
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
Over the past few months, I’ve spent a lot of time thinking about standards. Not the kind codified in rule books, but the kind we used to carry within us. The ones that shaped how we looked, spoke, worked, and lived. Somewhere along the way, we’ve let too many of them slip. When I was … Read more
By Stan Leech If you grew up in the 60’s and 70’s, you know what really started the Christmas season. It didn’t begin with the first cold front. It didn’t start with a tree going up in the living room. It didn’t even start with Bing Crosby singing White Christmas on the record player. It … Read more
Telling the stories of Kendall County men has been one of the greatest privileges of my life. Each assignment reminds me of the strength, humility, and faith that define this community. Whether I am photographing a veteran, a public servant, or a neighbor who simply loves well, I see the character that holds this place … Read more
Across decades and battlefields, veterans have shaped the character of our nation and our communities. From the young men storming Normandy’s beaches to those navigating modern conflicts across the globe, their courage, sacrifice, and leadership inspire us all. In Kendall County and beyond, these men and women have answered the call, whether on foreign soil … Read more
Growing up in Brownfield, Texas, we didn’t exactly live in the middle of the fine dining capital of the world, but on special occasions, there was one place in nearby Lubbock that felt like we’d stepped right into something special—the 50 Yard Line. In West Texas terms, the 50 Yard Line was the perfect blend … Read more