Good morning, New Braunfels.

Teachers and school officials gathered on Thursday at the Area Teacher of the Year Back to School luncheon—acknowledging the significant role of educators as students prepared for the upcoming school year.

The event highlighted how local teachers support learning in the community.

Students + families gathered on Thursday at Legend Point Elementary in New Braunfels for the ribbon cutting, where the community celebrated the school's Dragon pride and learned about its new beginnings.

Comal County Judge Sherman Krause proposed the recommended 2026 budget and set tax rate public hearings at the Commissioners Court on Aug.

7 — his proposal outlines when residents can review the changes.

The Klocks Live Performance

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Krause's Cafe — Check venue for entry cost — Dance the night away with The Klocks, a top-40 band capable of covering multiple genres since 1995.

Afternoon with Pauline Reese

4-10 p.m. — The Redbird Listening Room — $10 group fee — Enjoy an intimate session of stories and songs by the Queen of Texas Music herself.

Rattlesnake Milk Concert

9-10:30 p.m. — Gruene Hall — Tickets available — Experience the unique blend of country, punk, and surf from Texas's own Rattlesnake Milk.

GARY THE SHOWMAN Swing Dance Night

12:15 a.m. — Chesmar Homes Wasser Ranch — Check for entry fees — Dance the night away to the energetic swing tunes performed by Gary the Showman.

Soul Sessions

6:30-9:30 p.m. — Krause's Cafe — No cover charge — Experience the soulful sounds of Central Texas' top R&B, Soul, and Funk musicians.

Treaty Oak Revival Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Whitewater Amphitheater — $ — Experience the unique blend of Texas Red Dirt Country and Southern Rock with Treaty Oak Revival.

Trunk Monkeys Live Performance

3-6 p.m. — Krause's Cafe — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant live music experience featuring the eclectic sounds of Trunk Monkeys.

Canyon Freshman Football vs. Austin

5-7 p.m. — Canyon High School — Free entry — Catch the thrilling non-conference matchup of freshman football teams as Canyon hosts Austin.

James McMurtry Live Concert

8-11 p.m. — Gruene Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the powerful storytelling and electric performances of Americana icon James McMurtry.

Stories and Songs with Pug Johnson

7:30 p.m. — The Redbird Listening Room — $10 BYOB fee — Experience a night of storytelling and musical performances from Texas-based artist Pug Johnson.