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The Hill Country Podcast – Lorena Guillen on the July 4th Flood: Part 1 – The Flood

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Post date December 3, 2025
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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 one of the most unique areas of Texas. Today, I begin a two-part series with Lorena Guillen, owner of Howdy’s Restaurant and Blue Oak RV Park. The July 4th flood completely inundated her RV Park. In Part 1, Guillen discusses the events of the morning of July 4. In Part 2, she will discuss the events of that tragedy through today.

She begins with the beauty of July 3rd and goes to bed early on July 4. Guillen relates being awakened by flashing lights of a swift water rescue team, putting into the river. She recounts the devastating flood event where a second wave of water caused severe damage and displacement. She describes the rapid onset of the flood, the destruction of RVs, and the harrowing survival of her husband, who was swept 30-45 feet down a river but managed to climb to safety. She relates the surreal sensation of feeling electricity in the water and the loss of animals they were trying to rescue. The fire department eventually evacuated everyone from a nearby restaurant as the water levels continued to rise.

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The Hill Country Podcast – Lessons from Kerrville and Kerr County’s July 4th Disaster

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Post date July 9, 2025
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Welcome to the award-winning The Hill Country Podcast. In this episode, Tom Fox is joined by Marc Duncan, a disaster recovery and prevention expert, and they take a deep dive into the details of what happened in Kerr County and Kerrville over the July 4th weekend. They discuss the similarities between frameworks used in the public sector and corporate risk management, exploring the complexities of coordinating multiple stakeholders during a disaster, the importance of training and awareness, and the crucial role of effective communication. They also discuss the integrated response of public and private organizations, as well as the ongoing efforts to manage both immediate and long-term recovery after a natural disaster. This episode offers valuable insights into the multifaceted field of emergency management, as well as the practical steps involved in responding to and recovering from major weather-related events.

Key highlights:

Understanding Risk Management
Challenges in Emergency Management
Training and Awareness
Handling Weather-Related Disasters
Post-Disaster Coordination and Recovery
Role of Private and Nonprofit Organizations

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Please consider donating to support the rebuilding efforts that will be necessary following this tragic event. You can donate to flood relief for victims of the Kerr County flooding by visiting the Hill Country Flood Relief here: https://bit.ly/4klTYpz.

Tags Crisis Management, Disaster Management, July 4 Flood, Kerr County, Kerrville, Marc Duncan

Kerrville Weekly News Roundup: June 7, 2025

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Welcome to the Kerrville Weekly News Roundup. Each week, veteran podcaster Tom Fox and his colleagues, Andrew Gay and Gilbert Paiz, get together to go over a couple of their favorite stories from the past week from Kerrville and the greater Hill Country. Sit back, enjoy a cup of morning coffee, and listen in to get a wrap-up of the Kerrville Weekly News. We each consider two of our favorite stories and discuss the upcoming weekend’s events that we will enjoy or participate in.

In this episode, Tom takes a solo turn to examine some of the stories that caught their attention over the past week.

Stories include:

Watch out for utility scams
City denies County request for sign variance
Last weekend of the Kerrville Folk Festival
More County Meetings over County Animal Shelter

Resources:

Tom Fox on LinkedIn

Gilbert Paiz on LinkedIn

Andrew Gay on LinkedIn

Fredericksburg Standard

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Kerrville Weekly News Roundup: Week Ending February 15, 2025

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Welcome to the Kerrville Weekly News Roundup. Each week, veteran podcaster Tom Fox and his colleagues Andrew Gay and Gilbert Paiz get together to go over a couple of their favorite stories from the past week from Kerrville and the greater Hill Country. Sit back, enjoy a cup of morning coffee and listen in to get a wrap up of the Kerrville Weekly News. We each consider two of our favorite stories and talk about the upcoming weekend’s events which will enjoy or participate in this weekend.

In this episode, Andrew, Tom and Gil returns to take a look at some of the stories which caught their attention over the past week.

Stories Include

Bi-County 391 Commission Approved
Immigration Policy Protests in Kerrville
KPSF Fundraiser
Hotel Tax for Kerr County
Sherlock Holmes-Mare of the Night Kerrville Premier

Resources

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Gilbert Paiz on LinkedIn

Andrew Gay on LinkedIn

Tags 391 Commission, Kerr County, Kerrville, KPSF, Sherlock Holmes-Mare of the Night

Kerrville Weekly News Roundup: October 19, 2024

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Post date October 19, 2024
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In this episode, Tom and Andrew are back to look at some of the things that caught their attention over the past week.

Stories Include:

Kerr County explores 391 Commission
Kerrville wins two top prizes for its Eclipse marketing
Doug Dawson will put on an art clinic
Kerrville Chamber of Commerce highlights city’s top businesses
Hill Country Youth Orchestra High Tea fundraiser

Resources:

Tom Fox on LinkedIn

Gilbert Paiz on LinkedIn

Andrew Gay on LinkedIn

Tags 391 Commission, HCAF, HCYO, Kerr County, Kerrville

Kerrville Weekly News Roundup: October 5, 2024

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Sit back, enjoy a cup of morning coffee and listen in to get a wrap up of the Kerrville Weekly News. We each consider two of our favorite stories and talk about the upcoming weekend’s events, which we will enjoy or participate in this weekend.

In this episode, Tom is back to look at some of the things that caught his attention over the past week.

Stories Include:

Welcome Home Fest at Quiet Valley Ranch
Kerrville Pets Alive with another adoption weekend
Controlled growth in Kerrville and Kerr County
Terror threats against Tivy HS and KISD
Hill Country Youth Orchestra High Tea fundraiser

Resources:

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Gilbert Paiz on LinkedIn

Andrew Gay on LinkedIn

Tags HCYO, Kerr County, Kerrville

Kerrville Weekly News Roundup: July 20, 2024

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Post date July 20, 2024
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In this episode, Tom takes a solo turn back to look at some of the things that caught his attention over the past week.

Stories Include:

First-time home buyers in Texas are under pressure
Great new exhibit at MOWA
County budget
Big wins at regional swim meet
Fred Gilmore honored

Resources:

Tom Fox on LinkedIn

Gilbert Paiz on LinkedIn

Andrew Gay on LinkedIn

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Charlie McIlvain for Kerr County Commissioner

The Hill Country Podcast – Charlie McIlvain – Candidate for Kerr County Commissioner, Precinct 3

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Post date February 21, 2024
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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 visits with Charlie McIlvain about the candidate for Kerr County Commissioner, Precinct 3.

Charlie McIlvain is a seasoned leader whose journey began in high school and college, where he was recognized as one of the top leaders in the Interact program and served as the ROTC battalion commander. His perspective on leadership is that it is a significant part of life, shaped by his early experiences in various leadership roles. These experiences laid the groundwork for his continued involvement in leadership positions throughout his career, emphasizing the importance of service and community engagement. His active participation in organizations like Rotary, where he has served as club president in two communities, and his tenure on various travel industry boards underscore his commitment to leadership and service. Charlie believes in the value of diverse experiences and learning from different environments, a belief that is reflected in his global perspective and attendance at international Rotary conventions.

Key Highlights:

Navigating Leadership Roles from High School Onward
Tourism’s Economic Impact on Kerrville’s Tax Revenue
Thriving Business Environment in Kerrville, Texas
Global Impact of Rotary Club Service

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