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Boerne is in the Running for Hallmark’s Merriest Christmas Town + Interview with Hallmark SVP Danielle Mullen

On Boerne Radio 103.9 FM, host Baron Wiley speaks with Danielle Mullin, Senior Vice President of Brand Marketing at Hallmark Media, about Hallmark Channel’s 25th anniversary and the contest to find Hallmark’s Merriest Christmas Town in America. Boerne is one of 25 finalists and the only Texas town on the list. Mullin explains the criteria—welcoming, festive, authentic community spirit—and says finalists receive an official Hallmark Christmas Town toolkit, while the winning town will have a scene from a Hallmark Christmas movie filmed there.

Studio guest Jennifer Nichols shares why she nominated Boerne, citing its holiday traditions, neighborly support during celebrations and floods, and the town’s real Main Street charm.

Listeners are urged to vote daily at boerneradio.com by September 4.

• 00:00 Welcome and Vote Push
• 00:52 Hallmark Contest Origins
• 01:52 Prizes and Filming a Scene
• 02:43 What Makes Hallmark Special
• 03:43 Boerne Hallmark Moment
• 04:24 How Hallmark Picks Merriest
• 05:14 Jennifer Nominates Boerne
• 06:46 Community Spirit in Action
• 07:09 Boerne Name and Snow
• 07:54 Final Thoughts and Thanks
• 09:36 Vote Daily Call to Action
• 09:57 Hallmark Checklist and Farewell

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This is a radio interview segment from Boost Boerne Business (Boerne Radio 103.9 FM) featuring host Baron Wiley and guest Jen Bells of Genesis Counseling Center. The conversation covers:

 

Genesis's growth to 10 licensed therapists serving ages 5 through geriatric, and their team-based, faith-rooted approach to mental health care

Community impact: support for local schools, churches, and nonprofits, especially amid repeated flooding trauma in the area

Youth mental health pressures, resilience, and the importance of seeking counsel

The client onboarding process and how to get started (GenesisCounselingCenter.com, 830-967-7422)

Unique offerings beyond traditional therapy: outdoor therapy sessions, marriage/parenting intensives, and church/community partnerships

New psychological testing services launching with an incoming staff psychologist

Reflections on purpose, sustainability, and the center's growth story from one counselor to ten

0:03 — Intro & welcome

1:10 — What is Genesis Counseling Center?

2:42 — Coping with recurring flood trauma

3:59 — Anxiety in kids, parents, and teachers

6:15 — How to get started (website, phone, first appointment)

7:29 — Outreach to churches & organizations

9:24 — Finding joy and avoiding burnout

13:21 — Outdoor therapy program

14:48 — Marriage intensives

16:05 — New psychological testing services

17:33 — Reflecting on the journey from day one to today

Original Air Date:  August 22nd, 2026 as heard on Boerne Radio 103.9FM

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Boerne Community Theatre Preview: “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” + Hill Country’s Got Talent 10th Anniversary

On Boerne Radio’s “Boost Boerne Business,” host Baron Wiley interviews Christine Crowley of the Boerne Community Theatre about upcoming productions and fundraising. The theatre celebrates 35 years, along with the 10th anniversary of its major fundraiser, Hill Country’s Got Talent. They preview the musical comedy “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown,” opening August 21, including set and cast details and a sensory-friendly performance on Thursday, August 27 for people on the spectrum (free for them and family; reservations by phone at 830-249-9166).

She notes HVAC replacement as a major need, ways to donate, and teases the season lineup through Christmas.

Contact:  www.BoerneTheatre.org 830-249-9166

As heard on Boerne Radio 103.9FM on Saturday August 15th, 2026.

• 00:00 Show Intro and Welcome
• 01:00 Theater Milestones and Anniversaries
• 01:24 Charlie Brown Musical Preview
• 01:59 Behind the Scenes and Cast
• 04:20 Sensory Friendly Performance
• 06:20 Hill Country's Got Talent Details
• 07:42 Sponsorships Tickets and Auctions
• 09:54 Fundraiser Needs HVAC Support
• 11:17 Upcoming Season Lineup
• 12:40 Holiday Radio Traditions
• 13:28 Rights Costs and Theater Economics
• 14:54 Wrap Up and Final Thanks

 

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Baron Wiley interviews John Wilhelm (CEO) and Ellie Maxwell about the Second Annual One Hope For Kids Golf Tournament, a fundraiser for an organization that finds Christian foster/adoptive homes for abused and neglected children in South Texas.

 

0:00     Intro — Baron welcomes John Wilhelm & Ellie Maxwell back to Boerne Radio

0:38     Tournament details — Sept 28, Dominion Country Club, 7am registration, 8am tee off

0:56     One Hope For Kids background — 11 years, 11,000 children served, 460 licensed homes

1:36     Faith-based foster care in Texas — what families are/aren't allowed to do

2:41     Current need — 4 children removed daily in the area due to abuse/neglect

3:03     Boerne foster families — churches providing support networks

3:26     How to get involved — 1hopeforkids.org

3:45     John's background — former pastor turned CEO, 20+ years in ministry

4:06     Emotional story — biological mom relinquishes children to foster family who adopts them

5:57     Sponsors — Liberty Capital Bank (title), Cross Mountain Church, Boerne Lifestyle Magazine, Howard Energy Partners, Boerne Radio, Hollywood Crawford Garage Doors, McKenna Foundation

7:21     Golf pro David Murrah returning as event support

7:56     How to register — 1hopeforkids.org → Events → Golf Registration

8:31     Ways to give without golfing — donate online, sponsor a team, donate prizes

9:07     Testimonial from Garrett Sladek (Equitable), first repeat team registrant

9:55     Silent auction items — vacation homes, hunting trips, sports memorabilia, beauty/portrait packages, Pilates classes

11:16  Closing — thanks, call to action, sign off

Original Air Date:  August 1st, 2026 as heard on Boerne Radio 103.9FM

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Barron Wiley sits down with Jess Lewis, Business Development Representative at Alliance Credit Union, right on South Main Street in Boerne, TX. They cover everything Alliance offers — mortgages, business lending, the Stars program for first responders, and what makes a credit union different from a traditional bank. Plus, Jess shares her Boerne roots, her love of gardening, and how Alliance is getting involved in the community.

 

Alliance Credit Union — For People, Not for Profit.

 

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0:00 — Welcome & Intro / Boost Boerne Business preview

0:20 — Introducing Jess Lewis & Alliance Credit Union

0:39 — Where is Alliance located on Main Street?

1:16 — How Alliance can save you money (mortgages, CDs, business lending)

1:34 — The Stars Program: giving back to first responders

1:54 — Credit union vs. traditional bank — what's the difference?

2:13 — Jess's Boerne roots & Berges Fest memories

3:35 — Alliance merges with United Texas Credit Union

3:51 — Alliance's Texas history (85+ years) & locations

4:25 — Jess's specialty: mortgages & commercial/business lending

5:01 — Jess's love of gardening & cooking

6:22 — How to open an account or get lending help

6:47 — Alliance's community involvement & what's coming next

7:37 — How to contact Jess: 210-213-7021

8:14 — Jess's career at USAA & joining Alliance

8:32 — Meet the team: mortgage & consumer lending staff

9:17 — Closing thanks & BBB VIP luncheon announcement

📍 1440 South Main St, Boerne, TX

🌐 alliancecutx.com

📞 Jess Lewis: 210-213-7021

Original Air Date:  July 25th, 2026 as heard on Boerne Radio 103.9FM

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Baron Wiley sits down with Kelly Kuhl, Program Director for LifeWise Academy, to discuss an exciting new Bible education program coming to Boerne ISD public schools. LifeWise Academy is a national nonprofit that provides once-a-week Bible classes to public school students during school hours — legally, off-campus, and at no cost to the district. Learn how it works, why it's 100% legal (backed by a 1952 Supreme Court ruling), and how you can get your child enrolled or support the program.

Timeline:

0:00 – Intro & how Baron and Kelly met at the National Day of Prayer

0:44 – Kelly's background in teaching and education

1:04 – How LifeWise Academy came to Boerne (thanks to Tangi Patton)

1:44 – What is LifeWise Academy?

2:23 – How it works: once-a-week Bible class during school hours

2:48 – Benefits for students: attendance, behavior, test scores

3:28 – Is it legal? The 1952 Supreme Court case explained

4:29 – Community support: individuals, businesses & churches involved

5:11 – The May 8th fundraising event at The Dinger

5:53 – Host churches: First Baptist, St. John's Anglican, Boerne Bible Church

6:13 – LifeWise Academy's origins: Columbus, OH (2018), now in 34 states

6:54 – How the weekly pickup works (the red LifeWise bus!)

8:00 – It's like VBS all year long

8:41 – Expansion plan: 4 schools by spring, all 8 elementaries by year 2, middle & high schools by year 3

9:23 – The curriculum: head, heart, and hands

10:04 – Community informational meeting: July 23rd, 7 PM, Boerne Public Library

10:29 – No registration required — just show up!

11:09 – Kelly's personal story: she participated in a Release Time program as a kindergartner

12:31 – Website, Facebook & Instagram

13:09 – Closing & thanks

📍 Informational Community Meeting: Thursday, July 23rd at 7:00 PM — Patrick Heath Public Library, Boerne, TX

🌐 Website: lifewise.org/boerneisdtx

📘 Facebook: LifeWise Boerne

📸 Instagram: LifeWise Boerne

Original Air Date:  July 18th, 2026 as heard on Boerne Radio 103.9FM

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On a special LIVE Boost Boerne Business recorded in the Richter Studio at a book signing event, host Baron Wiley celebrates the release of “Athletic as a Camel” by Stan Leech with illustrations by Mykala Jones. Coach Leech shares the book’s inspiration from a high school track moment when his coach jokingly called him “as athletic as a camel,” then praised his effort, a lesson that stayed with him for 50 years; the book is positioned as a multi-generational family read dedicated to his wife, Carla. Jones discusses how she became a full-time artist, her long-standing connection to the Leech family, and her hand-drawn watercolor and colored pencil process, including a vertical foldout page that will appear in future books. They preview a follow-up children’s book, “Wise As a Lamb,” aimed for Christmas, and explain where to buy the current book locally and on Amazon July 28, with plans for wider distribution.

Original Air Date:  July 4th, 2026

• 00:00 Book Launch Welcome
• 00:49 Meet Stan and Stanley
• 01:11 Camel Inspiration Story
• 02:35 Family Roots and Names
• 03:21 Introducing the Illustrator
• 03:57 How They Teamed Up
• 04:57 Writing and Art Process
• 06:25 Next Book Teaser
• 07:08 Where to Buy and Release
• 09:06 Hand-Drawn Details
• 10:02 Dedication and Reading Matters
• 10:55 Michaela at Christmas Ranch
• 11:29 Coaching and Season Update
• 13:15 Final Thanks 

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Barron Wiley sits down with Andy and Missy from Singing Water Vineyards in Comfort, Texas for a wide-ranging conversation about what makes their winery a true Hill Country destination. They cover the vineyard's off-the-beaten-path appeal, their growing "mini-zoo" (including miniature Longhorns!), back-to-back Business of the Year wins from both the Boerne and Comfort Chambers, and how they rallied during the floods to feed first responders. Andy and Missy also share exciting news about their upgraded kitchen, two newly hired culinary-trained chefs, and the launch of Thursday/Friday Steak Nights. The conversation wraps with a deep dive into their winemaking philosophy — led by master winemaker Pat Johnson — and the special role Singing Water plays in the local community: mentoring young employees, hosting proposals, and creating lifelong memories for families across the Texas Hill Country.

0:00 — Welcome & intro to Singing Water Vineyards

0:16 — Andy & Missy welcomed; California-style summer weather

0:33 — Three ways to get to the vineyard; local insider routes

0:49 — "This is where the locals go" — Hill Country vs. Fredericksburg

1:20 — Community vibe: neighbors, families, regulars

1:47 — Family-friendly atmosphere; well-behaved kids & dogs welcome

2:19 — Scenic drives to the vineyard; wildlife sightings

2:31 — The mini-zoo: donkeys, goats, and miniature Longhorns

3:36 — Business of the Year awards from Boerne & Comfort Chambers

4:10 — Storm chaos & the awards ceremony mix-up

4:58 — Feeding first responders during the floods; community concerts

5:45 — New kitchen upgrade; two culinary-trained chefs join the team

6:27 — Launch of Thursday & Friday **Steak Nights**

6:49 — Menu options: filet, salmon, and shareable tomahawk steak

7:26 — Food + wine pairing philosophy; 5,000 years of wisdom

7:45 — Chef Debbie (Flamingo Street) and Chef Mason Grimes (CIA San Antonio)

9:14 — Investing in employees; the vineyard as a training ground

9:32 — Young workers: three generations of teens coming through

10:21 — Teaching life skills: checking accounts, clocking in, integrity

11:25 — Proposals every weekend — former young guests returning

11:58 — Tagline idea: "Pouring into families and marriages for 30 years"

12:38 — "We're in God's country" — the spiritual feel of the place

12:52 — The wines: master winemaker Pat Johnson's story

13:38 — Pat's philosophy: "Go where the grape tells me to go"

14:15 — Cellar master Jordan Flanagan; the winery team

14:34 — Bold reds & crisp whites: Texas wine evolution

15:49 — Closing: live music, steak nights, booking events, listener invite

16:31 — Andy's personal invite to come out this weekend

Original Air Date:  June 27th, 2026 as heard on Boerne Radio 103.9FM

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Tammie Bernal Talks Comedy, Crowd Work & a July 1 Comedy + Game Night at Davino Cellars

On Boerne Radio 103.9 FM, Baron Wiley interviews professional comedian Tammy Bernal about the return of Comedy Show and Game Night at Davino Cellars’ new location in Boerne on Wednesday, July 1 at 7:30 PM. 

She shares how she started standup after working in education, her first open mic at LOL Comedy Club, a memorable, difficult show with a disruptive audience member, and why she enjoys crowd interaction.

Find Tammie Bernal on social media @TammieBernalComedy.

• 00:00 Welcome and Invite
• 00:33 Comedy Game Night Details
• 01:15 Crowd Work Style
• 01:48 Standup Origin Story
• 02:55 Bombing Horror Story
• 03:46 High School and Vans
• 04:25 Grandma Life Update
• 05:01 Twin Sister Tales
• 06:35 Comedy Inspirations
• 07:53 Tickets and Giveaways
• 09:23 Socials and Local Support
• 09:58 Booking and Wrap Up

As heard on Boerne Radio 103.9FM on 6/29/26

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Baron Wiley interviews David Murra, PGA head professional at Buckhorn Golf Course in Comfort, TX. They discuss the course's condition, technology (Toptracer, Fairway IQ), staff, golf lessons, upcoming events, the Foresight Golf loyalty program, and charity tournaments. Personal highlights include David's best shot story and a 68 he shot the day before the interview.

0:00     Intro — Welcome, David Murrah introduced as head pro at Buckhorn

0:27     David's passion for teaching golf and helping players

0:43     Host's lesson experience; First Tee used club recommendation

0:59     Course conditions — agronomy team, rain, hill country drought

1:32     Pace of play, Fairway IQ technology, range facilities

2:16     Toptracer technology — club fitting, launch data, tour-level tools

2:38     Golf equipment evolution; forgiving clubs for recreational players

2:55     Golf as a gift — relationships, friendships, hole-in-ones

3:10     David's round of 68 — double bogey recovery, mental approach

4:16     Perspective analogy — front nine birdies vs. back nine birdies

4:31     Best shot of David's life — hole-in-one with his dad at age 12

5:33     David's dad (age 88), first golf lesson, short game strength

6:10     Booking lessons — buckhorngolfcourse.com, staff, all skill levels

6:29     Junior clinics — June 23–25, 22 kids, kids didn't want to leave

7:07     Foresight Golf loyalty points program

7:42     Charity tournaments — 300+ events/year, online booking

8:42     Course character — wide open, affordable, "steal your heart not your pocketbook"

9:01     Directions to Buckhorn from Boerne (Loves/Hwy 87 exit)

9:41     Rockin' Buck Classic — July 12, 1:30 shotgun, scramble, dinner & beer

10:37  Learn to Play program — $69 for 5 group lessons, Wed/Sat sessions

11:27  Closing — "We're not a country club, but we're a club in the country"

Original Air Date:  June 13th, 2026 as heard on Boerne Radio 103.9FM

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