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HighlightSPublications PublisherPRODUCTIONS, LLCBringing Business & Community Together20079 Stone Oak Parkway Suite 1105-195San Antonio, TX 78258 Office: 210-548-6448 Fax: 210-595-1654Advertisingsales@highlightspub.com 210-548-6448Article Submissionsinfo@bsbhighlights.comDirect mailed to 78023, 78258, 78070, 78163 and select routes in 78260. Rack distribution at local area businesses, medical community & libraries.Copyright © 2024 by Barbera Productions LLC. All rights reserved. No part of this issue may be reproduced in whole or in part in any form without permission of the publisher or copyright holder. Neither participating advertisers nor the publishers will be responsible or liable for misinformation, misprints or typographical errors. The publishers reserve the right to edit any submitted material. Barbera Productions is not responsible for unsolicited manuscripts, artwork, or other material.Fast fiber internet iswithin reach!GVTC’s fiber lets you do it all!With 500 Mbps Fiber, you can work, game and stream all at the same time. We even have up to 1 Gig available!For only$ 4796* /monthWith Member Dividend ProgramDOWNLOAD 500andUPLOAD 250Get connected today!866-353-3581 gvtc.com/fiber2025*Terms and conditions apply. Visit gvtc.com/fiber2025 for more info. ^Visit gvtc.com/mdp for more info.DVear Community,alentine’s Day is a special time to express love and appreciation for those closest to our hearts. Manyof us spend time searching for the perfect card to convey our feelings, often pairing it with a thoughtful gift or a romantic dinner at a favorite restaurant.Interestingly, the origins of Valentine’s Day were not rooted in love but were quite dark and unsettling, dating back to Roman times. Over the centuries, it was romanticized, particularly by Shakespeare, and evolved into the celebration we know today. During the Middle Ages, handmade paper cards became a popular tradition, eventually making their way to the New World. In 1913, Hallmark Cards of Kansas City, Missouri, began mass-producing Valentine’s cards, forever changing the month of February.Thankfully, the modern meaning of Valentine’s Day has taken on a much brighter and more heartwarming tone. Today, it’s a time to show appreciation for our spouses, significant others, and even children and grandchildren. Who remembers the joy of childhood Valentine’s celebrations— exchanging cute cards with classmates and heart-shaped candies with fun messages? We hope your February is filled with love, laughter, and wonderful memories.We were thrilled to receive wonderful entries for our Sweetheart Contest! You can find all the heartfelt submissions on page 6. Each one is precious and unique, making it incredibly difficult to select just one winner. Ultimately, the winner will be chosen by luck, so stay tuned for the announcement in our March issue! The lucky recipient will receive a $50 check—perfect for enjoying something fun together.As always, we’re eager to showcase inspiring stories from our community. Do you know of a great cause or a neighbor making a positive impact? Perhaps a young achiever excelling in sports, school, or another area? We’d love to hear about it! Your stories, big or small, are welcome for consideration. Together, we can spread positivity and shine a light on the amazing people and efforts in our neighborhood.Thank you for reading our publication. We also want to extend our gratitude to our advertisers. Their dedication and expertise make this publication possible, and we encourage you to let them know you saw their ad in The Bulverde-Spring Branch Highlights Newspaper and appreciate their support.Until next time, we wish you a February filled with health, happiness, and love.Sincerely,Ronnie & Gina BarberaRonnie & Gina Barbera PublishersWill You Be My Valentine?February 2025www.bsbhighlights.com3MBPS MBPS