The glow of community
Santa arrives at the Christmas lighting ceremony Friday in New Braunfels.

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The glow of community
An estimated 1,500 people watched Friday as 1,500 Christmas lights brightened the night at the annual downtown holiday kickoff.

Landfill expansion will take trash for years
The only local landfill was expanded to take 20 to 30 more years of trash.

Cold weather expected for Thanksgiving
Prepare to bundle up for Thanksgiving as a cold front heads this way.

How to support the troops this holiday season
For American military men and women serving overseas during the holidays, receiving a letter, card or holiday care package from home means a lot.

General: Three area bases to consolidate
Big changes are afoot at area military bases and Brig. Gen. Leonard Patrick paid a visit to the Chamber Friday.

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Editorials

Herald-Zeitung voting recommendations
Concerning the amendment propositions for the Texas constitution.

Rancher assistance about politics, not aid
Recent publicity about drought assistance to ranchers is more about politics than actually helping suffering ranchers.

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Sports

Unicorns, Cougarettes victorious on Thursday
New Braunfels' Katie Hittle scored 17 points and the Unicorns had four players in double figures

Starting from scratch
The dark and musty conditions on Wednesday would normally be appalling to most coaches and athletes

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Life

Thanksgiving's at her house ...
Home or motor home, Carla Ricketts cooks a feast.

Make sausage while the sun shines
Local sausage maker shares methods, tips for family tradition.

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