Good morning, New Braunfels.

Connections CEO was honored with the Community Builder Award by the New Braunfels Masonic Lodge—an award given to non-Mason groups and individuals who show strong community leadership and Masonic values in New Braunfels.

Business leaders met on Wednesday, April 23 at the McKenna Center for the Greater New Braunfels Economic Development Foundation luncheon where a $1.4 billion Highway 46 project was proposed—officials said the plan will face further review in upcoming meetings.

Local experts are promoting water-wise landscaping to cut water use in New Braunfels—encouraging the use of native plants that require less water.

This focus on conservation is featured in this week’s H-Z edition to help residents protect our water resources.

Comal County Commissioners recognized early Canyon Lake-area settlers Benedict and Anetta Kaderli—who left Switzerland in 1873 and settled on 160 acres northwest of New Braunfels in 1877—with a new historical marker.

Hot Texas Swing Band Performance

7 PM – 1 AM — Gruene Hall — Ticketed event — Enjoy the vibrant sounds of Texas swing music along the beautiful Guadalupe River.

Soul Sessions: A Whitney Houston Tribute

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Brauntex Performing Arts Theatre — Cost not listed — Experience a breathtaking tribute to Whitney Houston's legendary music live on stage.

Elle Townley Live Performance

6:30-7:10 p.m. — Freiheit Country Store — Free entry — Experience the captivating sounds of a young country singer inspired by legends like Dolly Parton and modern stars like Miranda Lambert.

Saengerfest Festival

12-10:30 p.m. — The Lost and Found NBTX — Free entry — Enjoy a lively Saengerfest with music, family activities, and local food and wine sampling.

Harfmann Duo Performance

11:30 a.m. — Krause's Cafe — No cover charge — Enjoy the lively tunes of Walt Harfmann featuring a blend of European polkas and waltzes.

Eric Heideman Live Performance

6 PM - 12 AM — Gruene Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful blues of Austin's rising star, Eric Heideman.

Beauty and the Beast Ballet

2-4 p.m. — Brauntex Performing Arts Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting tale of Belle and the Beast in a delightful family-friendly ballet.

Old 97's Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — Gruene Hall — $19 — Catch the energetic Old 97's live at the historic Gruene Hall for a night of great music.

Robert Earl Keen Concert

9:00-10:30 p.m. — Gruene Hall — Tickets from $195 — Experience a night of live music with Texas country legend Robert Earl Keen.

Afternoon with Tony Kamel

3:30-9:30 p.m. — The Redbird Listening Room — BYOB with a $10 fee — Enjoy stories and songs from GRAMMY-nominated artist Tony Kamel.