2024 Business DIRECTORY RETAIL • BUILDERS FINANCIAL • INSURANCE REAL ESTATE • MORE
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2024 Greater La Vernia Chamber Officers
Kasie Tankersley, President GVEC
Debbie Nutt, Vicki Hinojosa, 1st Vice President 2nd Vice President Twin Creek Insurance RE/MAX Cornerstone Agency
Caylin Herley, Secretary Circle N Maze
Join the Chamber!
Join over 170 local businesses and organizations that already hold “the key” ... Chamber membership.
Briana Dominguez, Treasurer Johanson Rental Properties
info@LaVerniaChamber.com www.laverniachamber.com
DIRECTORY INDEX
AAAH Water & Health, LLC ........................................... 4 Action Coach of Coastal Bend ....................................... 5 Adam Valdez, CPA, PLLC ................................................ 6 AG Tax Preparation & Accounting Services ................... 5 Air Rescue A/C & Heating .............................................. 7 All This Crafted .............................................................. 6 American Investment Planners, LLC .............................. 7 Authentic Surfaces ........................................................ 8 Authentic Trophies Taxidermy, LLC................................ 8 Baldy’s Classic American Diner ..................................... 8 Bard Craft Designs Embroidery...................................... 9 Bear Country Storage ................................................... 9 Bear Necessities Laundromat ........................................ 9 Berger Land Surveying ................................................. 10 Best Western Green Oak Inn & Suites ........................ 10 Bethany Whitley, Farmers Insurance ........................... 12 Big Sun Solar ............................................................... 11 Bob Wright Real Estate ............................................... 13 Bowman Veterinary Services ....................................... 12 BRT Land Services ....................................................... 13 Budget Blinds of La Vernia .......................................... 13 Buffalo Joe’s Sandwich Shop ....................................... 14 Camp Gladiator La Vernia ............................................ 14 Century 21, The Hills Realty ........................................ 15 Christian Brothers Artisan Gallery ............................... 15 Circle N Maze............................................................... 15 City of La Vernia/Municipal Development District ..... 16 Clip ‘N Tails Pet Salon, LLC ........................................... 16 Connally Memorial La Vernia ...................................... 17 Connie Terry, Justice of the Peace, Ptc. 3 .................... 17 Crisp Realty, Inc. .......................................................... 17 Custom Construction, LLC ........................................... 18 D & D Custom Homes .................................................. 18 D-Brand Electric .......................................................... 18 Debbie Nutt - RE/MAX Cornerstone ............................ 20 Dennis Richter Drywall ................................................ 19 Diamondback Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration ..................................................... 19 Dominos Pizza La Vernia .............................................. 21 Double T BBQ ............................................................. 21 Dr. Ekmark Family Medicine ....................................... 22 Drama Kids International ............................................ 21
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Dunn’s Electric Service ................................................ 22 Edward Jones Investments, Lane Talbert..................... 23 Edward Jones Investments, Stacy Mikolajczyk ............ 23 Emily the Mobile Notary ............................................. 23 Eye Associates of South Texas ..................................... 24 F-Bomb Diesel Performance ........................................ 24 Finch Funeral Chapel .................................................. 24 First Baptist Church of La Vernia.................................. 26 First United Bank ......................................................... 26 Firstmark Credit Union ................................................ 25 Floresville Electric Light & Power System .................. 26 Fulmer Realty, LLC ...................................................... 27 Gatewood Bookkeeping, LLC ....................................... 28 Gatewood Superior Inspections .................................. 28 Grandview Weddings and Events ............................... 28 GVEC ........................................................................... 29 Halo Roofing ................................................................ 30 Hayes Heritage Realty, LLC .......................................... 30 Heavenly Touch Massage Therapy .............................. 31 Hilary Barras, Realtor................................................... 32 Homestead & Ranch Real Estate, The Heather Murray Team ........................................ 33 Hook It Towing............................................................. 34 Hope Assembly of God ............................................... 34 Immanuel Lutheran Church ......................................... 34 Inspirations Pool Service ............................................. 35 Jamie Lynn Home, LLC ................................................. 35 Johanson Rental Properties ......................................... 36 Joseph Creek Homes ................................................... 37 Jumpy Thingz Party Rentals ......................................... 36 Karnes County National Bank ..................................... 38 Katie Lou’s Salon .......................................................... 38 KC Custom Homes ....................................................... 39 Key Concepts Marketing ............................................. 40 Kickin’ Asphalt ............................................................. 40 Koepp Chevrolet, Inc. ................................................. 41 L&D Infrared Services .................................................. 41 LaRusso Music ............................................................. 41 Laura Schmidbauer Photography ................................ 42 Lauren Hayward, Realtor ............................................. 43 La Vernia Church of Christ ........................................... 42 La Vernia Country Store............................................... 43
2023 Chamber Scholarship Winners
“Promoting the development of local businesses and enhancing the economic attractiveness of the Greater La Vernia Area.”
Elizabeth Buerkle – $2,100 Adrian Bowdoin – $2,100 Kayla Frederick – $4,200
DIRECTORY INDEX
La Vernia Dry Cleaners & Laundry .............................. 44 La Vernia Education Foundation ................................. 44 La Vernia Grizzlies Youth Sports Association ............... 44 La Vernia Historical Association .................................. 45 La Vernia I.S.D. ............................................................ 45 La Vernia Insurance Agency ........................................ 45 La Vernia Lions Club..................................................... 46 La Vernia Market Days ................................................ 46 La Vernia News/Wilson County News ........................ 47 La Vernia Pump & Supply, Inc. ..................................... 46 La Vernia’s Den ............................................................ 48 Legacy Business Consulting ......................................... 49 Livingway Family Church ............................................. 50 LV Learning Academy................................................... 50 LV Nails & Spa .............................................................. 50 Mac Medspa & Be Beautiful Boutique ........................ 51 McDonald’s, Stagg Restaurants, LLC ........................... 51 Metal Tech .................................................................. 51 Michelle DeLurme Photography ................................. 52 MK Dance Academy .................................................... 53 Morrison Realty Group, LLC ........................................ 54 Movement Magic Fitness ........................................... 55 M-R Plumbing Co......................................................... 52 Muddy Paws Dog Boarding and Obedience School ..................................................... 56 Murray Air Conditioning .............................................. 56 Nylorac Mobile Massage ............................................. 56 Option One Real Estate ............................................... 57 Osborne Properties ..................................................... 57 Osborne Stables Equine Rescue, Inc. .......................... 58 OSO Construction & Materials ................................... 58 Pilot Roofing ................................................................ 59 Pixigig Photo Booth Company ..................................... 60 Precision Pest Control ................................................. 60 Pullman Storage .......................................................... 61 Rah Rah’s Cheer & Tumbling ....................................... 61 Red Status Customs ..................................................... 62 Regan Fohn, Mortgage Broker ..................................... 62 RevIVe Wellness, PLLC ................................................ 63 Robert Anthony Group ............................................... 63 Rocket Mortgage ........................................................ 64 Roeber Insurance Agency ............................................ 63
Roxanna Stewart, Realtor ............................................ 64 Rustic Blades Barber Shop .......................................... 65 Sherry Haley, Scentsy .................................................. 65 Seguin Title Company .................................................. 65 Shay Symm Fitness Facility ......................................... 66 Shonda Niewierski, Mary Kay ...................................... 66 Sonic Drive-In La Vernia ............................................... 66 South Roots Realty ..................................................... 67 South Texas RV Service Center .................................... 67 S.S. Water Supply Corporation .................................... 67 Strey Insurance Agency, LLC ....................................... 68 Studio La Vida ............................................................. 68 Sunscape Granite & Marble ........................................ 68 SWBC PEO ................................................................... 69 Sweet Southern Soul Boutique & Florals ..................... 70 SystemTools Software, Inc. ......................................... 70 Texas Farm Credit ........................................................ 70 Texas Homes ................................................................ 71 The Center For Healing & Hope of South Texas ........................................................... 72 The Computer Loft ...................................................... 72 The Cooling Rack ......................................................... 72 The Emergency Clinic La Vernia ................................... 73 The Seppala Real Estate Group ................................... 74 The Shed ...................................................................... 74 The Smartt Team ......................................................... 75 The Texan Store ........................................................... 75 The UPS Store La Vernia .............................................. 76 Third Coast Bank SSB ................................................... 77 Timber Point LV ........................................................... 78 Title Express ................................................................ 77 TKO Listings ................................................................. 79 Torvik Martial Arts ....................................................... 79 Twin Creek Insurance Agency ...................................... 80 Waggin’ Trails Dog Park .............................................. 80 Waste Connections ..................................................... 80 White Lightning Liquor ................................................ 81 Witten Pest Control ..................................................... 81 Witte’s Barbecue & Steak House ................................ 81 Women Warrior Veterans of Wilson County .............. 82 Zenerouslife Wellness Center ...................................... 82
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Rick Wiseman Owner
Authentic Surfaces PO Box 516 La Vernia, TX 78121 Cell 210-387-8965
Granite Silestone Authenticsurfaces.net
AUTHENTIC TROPHIES TAXIDERMY, LLC
by David Verrips www.authentictrophiestaxidermy.com 5880 FM 775 La Vernia, TX 78121
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830-217-4141 Cell 210-415-7300 Email dandlhunt@live.com
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BERGER LAND SURVEYING P.O. Box 489 172 Rosewood Drive La Vernia, TX 78121 Email: jberger.bls@gmail.com
Jeffrey B. Berger, R.P.L.S. Owner
Title, Boundary, & Topographic Surveys Office: 830-217-4228 Cell: 210-215-7256 TPFELS Firm No. 10171400
For business or leisure, there’s always a little something extra.
•Complimentary hot breakfast •Free wireless internet access •Meeting space with natural light •Refrigerators & microwaves in all rooms •Outdoor pool •Fitness center
Green Oak Inn & Suites 100 S. 1346, La Vernia • 830-253-1204 www.bestwestern.com
Each Best Western® branded hotel is independently owned and operated.
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Bowman Veterinary Services Boarding available at this location!
Creatures Big and Small! Stephen Bowman, DVM Joseph Miga, DVM 18174 Hwy 87 W, Adkins
830-253-1041
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BEFORE
Site Prep • Land Clearing Field, Yard, Tree Services Insured-Professional Locally Owned-Quality Results
AFTER
BRT LAND SERVICES www.brtlandservices.com Facebook: BRTLandServices
210-781-8011
BLINDS - SHUTTERS SHADES - DRAPES - SOLAR SCREENS - & MORE
FREE IN-HOME CONSULTATION LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED CHARLES & DEANN STRICKLAND
210-667-9040
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GOURMET SANDWICHES • SALADS • BURGERS
Everything made fresh!
BUFFALO JOE’S SANDWICH SHOP — EstablishEd in 2003 —
13330 W US Hwy 87, La Vernia • 830-779-2398
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Vintage & Custom Handmade Gifts & Decor •Home Decor •Patio Decor •Jewelry •Golf & Novelty Art
•Woodworking •Tables & Lamps •Signs •Much More
203 E. Chihuahua, La Vernia 210-744-6894 Follow us on Christian Brothers Artisan Gallery
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City of La Vernia Yvonne Griffin City Administrator
PO Box 225 102 E. Chihuahua Street La Vernia, TX 78121 Yvonne.Griffin@lavernia-tx.gov
O: 830-779-4541 F: 830-253-1198 C: 830-581-9349 www.lavernia-tx.gov
Where pets go for their “SPA DAY” Call us to set up an appointment for grooming or boarding.
CLIP’N TAILS PET SALON 13672 Hwy 87 W., La Vernia 830-947-9506
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Connie Terry Justice of the peace Wilson County Precinct 3
(830) 779-2285
FAX (830) 779-4425
cterry@wilsoncountytx.gov P.O. Box 503 | 402 Bluebonnet La Vernia, Texas 78121
Locally owned for 35 years 1987-2022
A tradition of excellence and reputation for results.
830-253-1009
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Custom Construction LLC
Custom Homes & Barndominiums
210-389-0226
www.customconstruction-llc.com
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DENNIS RICHTER DRYWALL Drywall has been our business for over 40 years!
Specializing in New Home Construction
Sheetrocking Taping & Floating • Texture
4092 CR 342, La Vernia, TX 78121 • 210-392-3281 • 210-415-6115 dennisrichterdrywall@yahoo.com
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ORDER NOW
➜ CALL 830-581-0003 ➜ ONLINE www.dominos.com
194 S. FM 1346, Ste 105, La Vernia
ENROLL TODAY!
TRY A CLASS FOR FREE!
We do drama “different.” Our students enjoy an exciting mix of theatre games, improvisation, scripted work, and more in a safe and inclusive environment. We can’t wait to showcase our students in our Spring Performance. Plus, don’t forget we even do Summer Camps.
✓ Build confidence ✓ Foster creativity ✓ Develop social skills ✓ Grow emotional-intelligence ✓ Strengthen public-speaking ✓ Embrace individuality
830-216-7222
www.dramakids.com/tx6 facebook.com/mydramakids
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NOW OPEN Premier Family Medicine Provider in La Vernia.
Dr. Ekmark Family Medicine 101 Woodbridge Dr., Bldg. B Ste 101 & 102 La Vernia, TX 78121 830-581-8027 drekmarkfamilymedicine.com
Hours: Monday - Friday 7am - 4pm
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COMMERCIAL
RESIDENTIAL
210-415-9844
Fax 210-648-3060
MKT-5894M-A
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Finch Funeral Chapel 13767 US Hwy 87 La Vernia, Texas 78121 Owner: Troy Finch 830-779-1090 24
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Chamber members take an active part in growing their own businesses while making a positive impact on the quality of life and business in the Greater La Vernia area.
Monthly Membership Meeting
Our monthly membership meetings are held the second Wednesday of the month at noon at the La Vernia Church of Christ Hall. Participation of each of our members is the key to the successes we’ve achieved in the Greater La Vernia area.
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Need a winning Real Estate Team?
Your local real estate expert
BARRAS Realtor®
951-377-0398
Specializing in Residential, Farm & Ranch, Acreage and Luxury Real Estate in Wilson and Surrounding Counties Hilary@hilarysellstexas.com #HilarySellsTexas www.hilarysellstexas.com
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JOHANSON RENTAL PROPERTIES Keith & Becky Johanson, Owners PO Box 460 • 203 E. Chihuahua La Vernia, TX 78121 Office: 830-779-7171 • Cell: 210-415-3776 kj_1554@yahoo.com
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Kickin’ Asphalt began its journey to success in early 2003, with the mind set of ...
“Lets build driveways like highways.”
Please call us for a free estimate!
We speciALize in: •hot mix asphalt •chip seal •base work •asphalt patch repair •seal coating No job is too big or small - we do them all!!
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➜ Find insulation problems in new and old construction ➜ Find problems with plumbing leaks and blockages ➜ Find electrical problems in residential, commercial, and industrial
Graham Lawrence 210-986-8596 oseas154@aol.com
➜ Find problems with roof and any water damage
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Next Day Service Button Replacement At No Extra Charge Alterations Available Mon.-Fri. 7:15-6:30 Sat. 10-2
830-779-2220
Hwy 87, La Vernia (across from Koepp Chevrolet)
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Thank you for 20 great years and many more to come!
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Connect to Your Community SHOP LOCAL, EAT LOCAL, READ LOCAL Local businesses and restaurants need your support more now than ever. And they’ve come up with creative ways for you to shop safely and conveniently through in-store, delivery, pickup, and online. That is why we also have come up with very creative ways to keep you connected to what is happening in your community. Find all the information you need to discover what is available. In print, online, and socially through our platforms and services, we will keep you in touch with the best shopping deals, ideas on what to do with your family, and always the latest news, to help you navigate through 2024.
✔ Newspapers – print and online editions ✔ Free E-mail News ✔ Community App – GoWilsonApp.com (iPhone/Android) ✔ Livestream Video feeds about the community ✔ Local Meeting Coverage through video and print ✔ Newspapers In Education Program that presents the news to local students
Wilson County News
wilsoncountynews.com
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We offer quality nail and skin services. Our goal is to provide the customer service you deserve. We look forward to serving you!
100 San Antonio Rd., La Vernia 50
571-230-6638
14091 US Hwy 87 W, La Vernia Facebook.com/StaggMcDonalds/
METAL TECH METAL BUILDINGS CONCRETE WORK PATIO COVERS GARAGES
OUR COMPANY HAS OVER 30 YEARS EXPERIENCE TO SERVE YOU. IF WE CAN’T HELP YOU, WE KNOW SOMEONE THAT CAN...
WWW.METALTECHDESIGN.COM
METAL BUILDING SPECIALIST
MARK LACROIX OWNER
MB: (210) 414-9492 51
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M ORRISON RE@LTY GROUP LLC 830830-542542-9050 113 W. Chihu[hu[ l[ v_rni[, tx 78121 210210-289289-0966
210210-385385-5431
“Expect A Difference” Serving Wilson County & surrounding areas for over 30 years. www.morrisonrealtygroupllc.com 54
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TACL B012434E
830-253-1040 210-667-9657 www.Murray-AC.com
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Osborne Properties Commercial Real Estate Brokerage
Bill Osborne
Office: 830-217-4011 Email: bill@osborneproperties.net PO Box 206 / 5056 US Hwy 87 W Sutherland Springs, TX 78161 57
Osborne Stables Equine Rescue, Inc. Horse Rescue/Refuge and Education Center Providing life skills and personal development through horses. 210-827-3136
PO Box 206 / 5056 US Hwy 87 W, Sutherland Springs, TX 78161
Facebook@HandsHeartsandHorses www.osbornestablesequinerescue.org claudette@ osbornestablesequinerescue.org
501 C 3 Non-Profit
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“We See Real Estate Differently” Phone: 210.632.3922
ROEBER INSURANCE AGENCY
830-779-2428
www.roeberins.com LA VERNIA, TX • HOME • AUTO • LIFE • FARM & RANCH 63
NMLS #1084620 • NMLS #3030
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Order ahead on our App!
13887 Hwy 87 W, La Vernia, TX • 830-779-5700 66
830-534-9700
475 Bluebonnet Rd. La Vernia, Texas 78121 •Work with ALL Insurance, Extended Warranty Companies, and Most Manufacturers
105 South Parkway Dr., La Vernia 830-779-5454 www.southtexasrv.com
PARTS AND SERVICE for RVs, Horse, Stock, Utility, & Cargo Trailers
•Certified State Inspection Facility and Propane Filling Station •Tire Sales, Mounting, and Balancing •Certified Applicator for •And Much More ...
Stop by our Parts Department and let US take care of ALL your RV needs.
S. S. Water Supply Corporation
Supplying the water needs of the rural community in Wilson and Bexar County. Office: (830) 779-2837 Email: csr@sswater.net Web: sswater.net 67
Rounding Up All Your Insurance Needs With Downhome Service
Homes ★ Mobile Homes ★ Autos Motor Homes ★ Motorcycles
CommerCial ★ reCreational ★ life
830-779-2238
H.P.
12226 Hwy 87 ★ PO Box 250 La Vernia, TX 78121 www.streyinsurance.com Email: kurt@streyinsurance.com
Studio La Vida Dance - Fitness - LiFe
210-860-2862 www.lvstudiolavida.com
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Your Local Independent Insurance Agency
Auto • Home • Farm/Ranch • Commercial • Life 13578 Hwy 87 W, La Vernia • 210-338-5002
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White Lightning Joe & Jeri’s
Liquor
LLC
Special orders welcome.
IF WE DON’T HAVE IT, WE WILL GET IT. 830-947-0104 Mon.-Sat. 10-9 4137 CR 319, La Vernia
HOME OF THE
e y e b i R d e i r F n e k c i Ch Witte’s Barbecue & Steak House Daily Lunch Specials
12153 US HWY 87 W, La Vernia • 830-779-5121 Wed.-Sat. 11-2, 5-8; Sun. 11-8
www.wittesbbq.com
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Monthly Membership Meeting Our monthly membership meetings are held the second Wednesday of the month at noon at the La Vernia Church of Christ Hall.
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Tickets are available at Bard Craft Designs and Twin Creek Insurance. $45 in advance or $55 at the door. All tickets include entry into the event, a drink ticket, bingo dauber and a set of bingo cards (one for each game/purse). Plus, heavy hors d’oeuvres and desserts served throughout the night.
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Join us and watch your business
grow!
Contact the chamber for more information, email info@LaVerniaChamber.com, or visit our website www.laverniachamber.com.
Spotlight Member of the Year