Good morning, New Braunfels.

Nominations for the annual Rising Stars awards opened on July 10 and remain open through Sept.

11, and the 2027 honorees will be announced on Oct. 1 — highlighting emerging local talent.

Residents in Mystic Shores are challenging the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality's permit renewal for the wastewater treatment plant at Juniper Ranch, formerly Canyon Ranch Unit 1, over environmental impact & property rights concerns.

FDA officials will decide in the coming weeks if compounded peptides can continue for custom therapies— a ruling that may impact local centers like Renew Body Contouring & Med Spa and patients using these treatments.

EVEXIAS Life Sciences has filed a legal challenge against the new restrictive list.

ImagineNation Kids Expo

10 a.m. – 6 p.m. — New Braunfels Civic/Convention Center — Tickets required — Step into a world of wonder with LEGO, superheroes, and interactive fun for all ages.

Songwriter's Night at The Redbird

6-10 p.m. — The Redbird Listening Room — Suggested $10 at the door — Celebrate local talent with an evening of original songs and community vibes.

Flatland Cavalry Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Whitewater Amphitheater — Tickets from $142 — Experience the honky tonk vibes and fresh hits from Flatland Cavalry's 'Work of Heart' album in an intimate outdoor setting.

Gary P. Nunn Concert

8-10:30 p.m. — Gruene Hall — $30 (+ $6.50 service fee) — Enjoy a night of country music featuring Gary P. Nunn and Stoney LaRue.

Harmony Road Concert

2-5 p.m. — Krause's Cafe — Free entry — Experience the melodic duo of seasoned recording artists delivering classic rock and blues in an intimate setting.

Matt Kirk & The Güeyfarers Live Concert

8-11 p.m. — Gruene Hall — $15 + $5.50 service fee — Experience a night of vibrant live music with Matt Kirk and The Güeyfarers.

Bob Schneider Live

8-10:30 p.m. — Gruene Hall — $25 (+ $6.50 service fee) — Enjoy an evening of music with the talented Bob Schneider.

Hannah Swann Live Performance

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Krause's Cafe — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of americana, soul, and blues with local talent Hannah Swann.