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The Hill Country Podcast – Kerr Together: Community Collaboration and Resilience in Kerrville

Welcome to the award-winning The Hill Country Podcast. The Texas Hill Country is one of the most beautiful places on earth. In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with the people and organizations that make this the most unique area of Texas. ⁠This week, Tom welcomes three pivotal figures from Kerr Together—Theresa Metcalf, Kelly Hagemeier, and Judy Eychner.

Our topic this week is Kerr Connect, which was created in the wake of the devastating July 4th flood in Kerr County. They explore the unique partnership between the city’s government, private businesses, and citizens, which exemplifies the community’s resilience and collaboration, especially during the economic recovery from the devastating July 4th flood. The discussion covers the formation of various working groups, including long-term recovery efforts, economic development, and river stewardship. The leaders share their experiences of community-driven initiatives, the importance of clear communication, and how everyday citizens stepped into leadership roles to aid in disaster recovery. For those interested in learning more or getting involved, they recommend visiting the Kerr Together website.

Key highlights:

Economic Recovery from the July 4th Flood
Community-Driven Efforts and Long-Term Recovery
Reimagining Kerrville’s Future
Organizing and Mobilizing Community Support
How to Get Involved with Kerr Together

Resources:

⁠Kerr Together⁠

Other Hill Country Focused Podcasts

⁠Hill Country Authors Podcast⁠

⁠Hill Country Artists Podcast⁠

⁠Texas Hill Country Podcast Network⁠

Cover Art

⁠Nancy Huffman⁠

Rotary Voices of Kerrville – Judy Eychner’s Rotary Journey: Community Contributions

Welcome to Rotary Voices of Kerrville, the podcast series that shines a spotlight on the Rotary Club of Kerrville, Texas—a club with a rich community service, leadership, and dedication history. For nearly 100 years, the Rotary Club of Kerrville has been at the heart of initiatives that make a real difference locally and globally. Through this podcast, we’ll explore the club’s incredible projects, hear from its inspiring members, and learn about the values driving their commitment to “Service Above Self.” In this episode, host Tom Fox speaks with Judy Eychner, who shares her experiences and journey with the Rotary Club. This is the first of a two-part husband and wife series, as Judy’s husband, George Eychner, will join us for our next episode.

Judy’s Rotary journey started with her invitation to join by Sherry Cunningham in the early 2000s. Judy reflects on her professional background in real estate and her initial attraction to Rotary due to its inclusivity and the values it stands for. She elaborates on her involvement in various Rotary initiatives, such as the ”Josh the Otter’ water safety program, highway cleanup, and fundraising events like ”Pints for Polio.” Judy highlights key aspects like friendships, community work, and the role of women in Rotary, which have significantly enriched her professional and personal life.

We discuss Rotary’s impact on fostering community bonds and providing networking opportunities. Judy discusses her public service in Kerrville, emphasizing how civic life and Rotary involvement complement each other. This episode provides valuable insights for young professional women considering joining Rotary, emphasizing the dual benefits of community service and personal growth.