New Braunfels
Coverage of New Braunfels in the Nexus archive.
- Prosecutors drop DWI charge against former Peñitas cop who passed out behind the wheel
Prosecutors dropped a drunken driving charge against Joseph James Granchelli, a former police officer who passed out behind the wheel. The Hidalgo County District Attorney’s Office officially dropped the case after he completed a “Drug & Alcohol Awareness Class.”
- Need backup power? Automakers want you to look no further than their vehicles in your driveway
Automakers are promoting vehicles as backup power sources. A resident of New Braunfels, Texas, experienced difficulties running his septic tank during Winter Storm Uri, forcing him to use water from his backyard pool for toilets.
- New Braunfels temporarily closes access to Comal River due to inclement weather
The city of New Braunfels has temporarily closed access to the Comal River for all recreational activities due to hazardous conditions caused by continued rainfall. The closure is effective immediately.
- New Braunfels city manager to retire after 18 years leading city
New Braunfels City Manager Robert Camareno plans to retire in May 2027 after 18 years leading the city.