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Join Jeff Flinn from the Boerne Star as he sits down with Kim Bloom, Executive Director of the Greater Boerne Chamber of Commerce, and Rob Weller, Immediate Past Chair and 2026 Treasurer, to discuss the Chamber's incredible growth and upcoming events. Learn about their 290+ annual events, 6% membership growth reaching 1,200+ members, and the sold-out Annual Gala happening January 24th. Discover how the Chamber serves businesses of all sizes, from networking opportunities to marketing support, and hear inspiring stories about community resilience following the July 4th flooding disaster. Whether you're a business owner, community member, or considering Chamber membership, this conversation reveals why the Boerne Chamber is the third largest in the San Antonio region with an impressive 80% retention rate.

Timeline:

0:00 - Introduction & Welcome

0:32 - Meet Kim Bloom & Rob Weller

1:52 - Kim's Awards & Recognition (40 Under 40, SBA Champion Award)

3:30 - Why Join the Chamber? The Three Buckets

5:03 - Getting Value from Membership

5:37 - After Hours Mixers & Hollywood Nights Event

6:11 - Morning Mingles & Networking Tips

7:38 - Board of Directors & Community Partners

10:42 - 2025 Highlights: 290+ Events & 291 New Members

12:00 - Reaching 1,200+ Members (3rd Largest Chamber)

12:37 - 80% Retention Rate

12:58 - Annual Gala Success (350+ Attendees, Sold Out in 3 Days)

14:04 - Diva Night Success Story

14:53 - Diva Night Sales Records (4,000 Women Outspend 40,000 at Dickens)

16:10 - Boerne Little League World Series Parade Story

18:36 - Chamber Team & Staff Excellence

19:31 - Rob Weller's Role at Jefferson Bank

20:12 - Gala Details: January 24th, Five Business Awards

20:48 - New Award: Small New Business of the Year

21:01 - Rob's MC Skills & Gala Entertainment

22:42 - New Orleans/French Quarter Theme

23:48 - Community Resilience After July 4th Flooding

24:47 - Closing Remarks & Chamber Calendar

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Original Air Date: January 17, 2026, as heard on Boerne Radio 103.9FM

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Boerne Star sports editor Kerry Barboza talks with Champion High School football coach Blaine Ellis discussing the 2025 season. Here's a summary and timeline:

Summary

Champion Football 2025 Season Recap

The Champion Chargers had an outstanding 2025 season, finishing 9-3 and reaching the third round of playoffs - their best performance since 2019. After starting district play 1-2, the team rallied with a 6-game winning streak, demonstrating exceptional chemistry and buy-in. Key highlights include:

Offensive firepower: QB Julian Navarrete connected with WR Brogan Dempsey for multiple deep touchdowns throughout the season. Dempsey became Champion's all-time leading touchdown scorer

Resilience: Overcame early district losses to Smithson Valley and New Braunfels to secure a playoff spot

Depth: Freshman QB Ryder stepped up when needed, playing both offense and defense

Playoff run: Defeated Southwest (41-14) and Pharr-San Juan-Alamo before falling to New Braunfels in the third round

Coach Ellis credits the team's chemistry, leadership, and "playoff mentality" starting from week 4 as keys to success.

Timeline

[0:00-1:00] Introduction and season overview - 9 wins, first playoff win since 2021

[1:00-3:00] Team chemistry and comparison to 2019 state semifinal team

[3:00-6:00] Coaching changes - OC Kevin Brown and QB coach Josh Adkins departed; Coach Mangold promoted

[6:00-10:00] Early district struggles - Started 2-2, 1-2 in district after losses to Smithson Valley and New Braunfels

[10:00-14:00] Four-game district winning streak - Beat MacArthur, Victoria East, Wagner (clinched playoffs), and Steele

[14:00-16:00] Brogan Dempsey and Julian Navarrete connection - Deep ball success

[16:00-18:00] First round playoff win vs Southwest (41-14)

[18:00-22:00] Second round at Pharr-San Juan-Alamo - Controversial officiating, viral social media moment, but secured the win

[22:00-24:00] Third round loss to New Braunfels on Thanksgiving weekend - Proud of team's second-half rally

[24:00-26:00] Looking ahead - UIL realignment, potential new district opponents, spring football decision pending

[26:00] Wrap-up

Original Air Date: January 10, 2026, as heard on Boerne Radio 103.9FM

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