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From a Small Village in Southern Italy to the Boerne ISD Boardroom: How One Trustee's Family Story Shaped a Commitment to 11,200 Students

Rich Sena, a Boerne ISD board trustee since 2014, is seeking re-election on May 2. Driven by his immigrant grandparents' belief in education, he highlights the district's consistent top ratings and strong student outcomes during his tenure.

Contact: Rich Sena - B.I.S.D Trustee, Place 7Email Contact

Boerne ISD Remains One of Only 31 Districts in Texas to Earn Top A-Rating Every Year Since Accountability System Began

Trustee Rich Sena, seeking re-election May 2, points to academic results achieved with $3,000 less per student than state average

Contact: Rich Sena - B.I.S.D Trustee, Place 7Email Contact

Boerne ISD Remains One of Only 31 Districts in Texas to Earn Top A-Rating Every Year Since Accountability System Began

Boerne ISD has maintained a top A-rating since the Texas accountability system's inception, achieved with $3,000 less per student than the state average. Trustee Rich Sena highlights these achievements as he seeks re-election.

Contact: Rich Sena - B.I.S.D Trustee, Place 7Email Contact

Rich Sena Seeks Re-Election to Boerne ISD Board, Cites Growth & Fiscal Stewardship

Boerne ISD Board member Rich Sena, a long-serving trustee, announces his re-election bid, highlighting the district's A-rating, P-TECH program, $85M in taxpayer savings through bond refinancing, and commitment to supporting staff and managing rapid growth while preserving community values.

Contact: Justin McKenzieEmail Contact

Oscar Salinas Highlights DA Role in Bexar County Amidst Growing Caseloads

Democratic District Attorney candidate Oscar Salinas discusses the challenges of managing a $57M budget, 560 employees, and 10,000 new felony cases annually in Bexar County, emphasizing justice, efficiency, and community-focused prosecution.

Contact: Justin McKenzieEmail Contact

JC Taylor Announces Candidacy for Kendall County Commissioner, Precinct 2 Local Business Leader Calls on Voters to Participate in the March 3 Rep

JC Taylor, a lifelong Kendall County resident and local business leader, has announced his candidacy for Kendall County Commissioner, Precinct 2. Taylor is urging voters to participate in the March 3 Republican Primary, where the race is expected to be decided, with early voting running February 17–27

Contact: Justin McKenzieEmail Contact

Vote Like A Texan Features John Hash, Democratic Candidate for Texas House District 50

Vote Like A Texan features first-time Texas House District 50 candidate John Hash in a candid conversation on public education, housing affordability, and why primary elections matter. The episode highlights voter turnout, modern campaigning, and what’s driving Texans to step into public service.

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Vote Like a Texan Explores Growth, Water, and Local Power in Kendall County with Commissioner Chad Carpenter

In this episode of Vote Like a Texan, Kendall County Commissioner Chad Carpenter discusses growth, water resources, infrastructure, and property rights in the Texas Hill Country, explaining why county commissioner elections play a critical role in shaping local communities and the future of Kendall County.

Contact: Justin McKenzieEmail Contact

Former FEC Chairman Trey Trainor Lays Out Vision for Texas Leadership in New “Vote Like a Texan” Episode

Former FEC Chairman Trey Trainor joins Vote Like a Texan to discuss why Texas faces a critical leadership moment in Congress. From election integrity and border security to returning federal dollars to local communities, Trainor explains why experience matters in the CD-21 primary.

Contact: Justin McKenzieEmail Contact

Vote Like A Texan Features Congressional District 31 Candidate Abhiram Garapati

Vote Like A Texan sits down with Congressional District 31 candidate Abhiram Garapati to discuss immigration, fiscal responsibility, agriculture, rural infrastructure, STEM education, and the future of technology in Central Texas—giving voters direct access to the candidate’s views ahead of the primary.

Contact: Justin McKenzieEmail Contact

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