State Rep. Carrie Isaac is a Republican whose district includes New Braunfels.

New Braunfels state rep attempts to block LGBTQ+ Pride celebration in her home town

In a letter seeking to shut down the event, Rep. Carrie Isaac invoked a state ban on explicit drag shows that was blocked by a federal judge.

by Sanford Nowlin October 9, 2025October 9, 2025

In a letter seeking to shut down the event, Rep. Carrie Isaac invoked a state ban on explicit drag shows that was blocked by a federal judge.

News

This wacky San Antonio-area mansion for sale has its own ice cream parlor and a pool table that used to be a car

by San Antonio Current Staff August 29, 2025

Music

Catching up with New Braunfels’ Austin Meade ahead of his two-night stand at Whitewater Amphitheater

The singer-songwriter is expecting a new album out this fall and performs Thursday and Friday in his hometown.

by Sanford Nowlin August 19, 2025August 30, 2025

News

Texas measles outbreak jumps to 124 cases as San Antonio health officials issue exposure warning

Warnings have also gone out to residents of San Marcos and New Braunfels due to visits from an infected person.

by Sanford Nowlin February 25, 2025May 12, 2025

News

At least two San Antonio-area residents received Jan. 6 pardons from Trump

At least 15 other people from the area reportedly have served their time or are involved in cases moving through the system.

by Stephanie Koithan January 22, 2025February 7, 2025

News

Two San Antonio-area ZIP Codes rank among nation’s hottest real estate markets

SA’s Alamo Ranch and part of New Braunfels made Opendoor’s 2024 list of the 10 most desirable markets.

by Michael Karlis January 9, 2025June 21, 2025

Arts

Back for a second year, New Braunfels Renaissance Faire expands to two weekends

This year’s faire will run Dec. 6-8 and 13-15.

by Stephanie Koithan December 2, 2024July 1, 2025

Music

Willie Nelson returning to San Antonio area’s Whitewater Amphitheater in spring

Tickets to the show, which also features Robert Earl Keen, go on sale this Friday.

by Stephanie Koithan November 14, 2024August 5, 2025

News

Texans share photos of northern lights on social media

Thursday’s aurora borealis was spotted as far south as Del Rio.

by Michael Karlis October 11, 2024October 14, 2024

News

Survey names New Braunfels and Fredericksburg among Texas’ best make-out spots

Two of the three Texas locations to make the list are a quick drive from San Antonio.

by Sanford Nowlin August 28, 2024June 21, 2025

News

How a U.S. Supreme Court case about gender-affirming care ban could impact Texas

Texas’ ban on transition-related care for minors is currently before the Supreme Court of Texas.

by Eleanor Klibanoff, The Texas Tribune June 25, 2024August 26, 2024

Movies

New Braunfels native helped bring new Pixar animated movie Inside Out 2 to life

Jacob Brooks, who grew up in the San Antonio area, also worked on Ratatouille, Toy Story 3 and Monster’s University.

by Kiko Martinez June 14, 2024July 31, 2025

Food & Drink

New Braunfels’ Cancun Mexican restaurant being rebuilt after fire

The owner said he hopes to complete construction and open as early as December.

by Travis E. Poling May 11, 2024July 29, 2025

Food & Drink

Gruene Tea Haus now open north of San Antonio

The new spot specializes in artisanal loose-leaf teas from all over the world.

by Nina Rangel May 8, 2024June 17, 2025

Food & Drink

San Antonio-based Lucy Cooper’s to open comedy club inside New Braunfels store

The venue will present one show on Fridays and two on Saturdays once it launches on May 8.

by Nina Rangel April 19, 2024July 12, 2025

Food & Drink

New Braunfels craft cocktail spot to host Bloody Mary Festival this Sunday

The Reserve on 1863’s Bloody Mary Fest will feature multiple iterations of the popular brunch sipper.

by Nina Rangel April 12, 2024April 14, 2025

Food & Drink

San Antonio’s Laika Cheesecakes opens New Braunfels location

Unlike the mini-chain’s other stores, the one in New Braunfels offers drive-thru service.

by Nina Rangel March 13, 2024May 20, 2025

Food & Drink

L&L Hawaiian Barbecue opens fourth San Antonio location

The Honolulu-based chain’s newest outpost is in the northeastern suburb of Universal City.

by Nina Rangel March 12, 2024July 6, 2025

News

San Antonio area’s Schlitterbahn now hiring 2,000 people for new season

The park is hiring across multiple departments, and its pay rates are as high as $17 per hour.

by Nina Rangel February 14, 2024May 22, 2025

Music

Catching up with the Bacon Brothers ahead of their Gruene Hall performance

The duo, consisting of Hollywood star Kevin Bacon and his real-life brother Michael, will play the historic dance hall on Friday.

by Mike McMahan January 16, 2024July 27, 2025