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The Hill Country Podcast – Kerrville City Manager Dalton Rice

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Post date November 15, 2023
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Dalton Rice is a seasoned professional with a diverse background spanning the military, healthcare administration, and public administration. As the current City Manager of Kerrville, Texas, Rice offers a unique perspective on the role and responsibilities of a city manager in Texas. He views the city manager as the chief executive officer of a city, responsible for overseeing all departments and appointed by the city council, a contrast to a mayoral system where the mayor is elected as the CEO. Rice’s experiences in the military and public sectors have shaped his understanding of the importance of navigating the political landscape, maintaining neutrality, and fostering open dialogue with city residents. Join Tom Fox, Andrew Gay, and Dalton Rice as they delve deeper into this topic on the next episode of the Hill Country Podcast.

Key Highlights:

Navigating Political Impacts: The City Manager System
Dalton Rice’s Journey from Firefighter to Green Beret
The Demands and Commitment of City Management
Enhancing Community Well-being through Quality Projects

Resources:

City of Kerrville

Tom Fox

Tags City Manager, Dalton Rice, Economic Development, Kerrville

Kerrville Weekly News Roundup: November 11, 2023

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Post date November 10, 2023
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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 we will enjoy or participate in this weekend.

In this episode, Tom is on assignment so Gilbert and Andrew take the helm to discuss the following stories that caught his attention over the past week.

A new Kerr County County Clerk is formally appointed.
New crosswalk art at Clay and Water Street.
State voter-approved property tax relief.
Star Party at Schreiner University.
Happy Birthday to the Marine Corps.
Thank a Veteran.

Resources:

Tom Fox on LinkedIn

Gilbert Paiz on LinkedIn

Andrew Gay on LinkedIn

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Hill Country Podcast – Educational Leadership in Kerrville and Kerr County, Part 1

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Post date November 1, 2023
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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. Join Tom as he explores the people, places, and activities of the Texas Hill Country. In this episode, I begin a special two-part episode on primary and secondary education in Kerrville, Kerr County, and the Hill Country. In this exploration, I am joined by Dr. Robert Templeton, Superintendent of the Independent Ingram School District, Dr. Brent Ringo, Superintendent of the Kerrville Independent School District, and Dr. Charlie McCormick, President of Schreiner University in Kerrville.

Dr. Templeton, Dr. Ringo, and Dr. McCormick are all leaders in rural school districts, each with a unique perspective on leadership and educational challenges in these areas. Dr. Templeton, having grown up in a small town in West Texas, believes in providing equal opportunities and high standards for all students, regardless of their background or socioeconomic status. Dr. Ringo, a product of a humble upbringing in Amarillo, Texas, emphasizes the importance of collaboration, vision, and prioritizing students’ success in overcoming the challenges faced by rural school districts. Dr. McCormick, a seasoned higher education professional, focuses on cultivating capacity and competency in students who may not meet traditional academic metrics, highlighting the importance of inclusivity and collaboration and recognizing the value of all individuals in the education system. Join Tom Fox, Dr. Robert Templeton, Dr. Brent Ringo, and Dr. Charlie McCormick on this episode of the Hill Country Podcast to delve deeper into their experiences and perspectives on leadership and educational challenges in rural school districts.

Key Highlights:

Influential Past Relationships Shaping Leadership Styles
Building Capacity through Collaborative Education
Supporting Essential Staff and Student Well-being
Transparent Communication for Strong Leadership
The Regional Influence of Schreiner University
Opportunity for Associate’s Degree from High School

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Dr. Robert Templeton

Dr. Brent Ringo

Dr. Charlie McCormick

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Tags Dr. Brent Ringo, Dr. Charlie McCormick, Dr. Robert Templeton, Ingram ISD, Kerr County, Kerrville, KISD, Schreiner University

Kerrville Weekly News Roundup: October 28, 2023

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Post date October 27, 2023
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In this episode, Andrew and Gilbert are on assignment, so Tom takes a solo turn to discuss the following stories that caught his attention over the past week.

Drag racing lawsuit filed over deaths.
Annular Eclipse update.
Anne Overby was sworn onto the Kerrville County Commissioners Court.
Lennar Homebuilders.
Updated crime report on carjackers and ATM thieves.
Upcoming Tivy HS reunions.

Resources

Tom Fox on LinkedIn

Gilbert Paiz on LinkedIn

Andrew Gay on LinkedIn

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Kerrville Weekly News Roundup: October 14, 2023

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Post date October 13, 2023
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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, Tom and Andrew discuss the following stories which caught their attention over the past week.

· Tom discusses the Lennar Housing project and the removal of Harvey Belew from the Commissioners Court website. He shouts out to the ALCS featuring the Houston Astros and Texas Rangers starting Sunday night in Houston.

· Andrew discusses the eclipse coming to Kerrville. Andrew shouts out to our visitors and reminds people to be safe and wear the glasses.

Resources

Tom Fox on LinkedIn

Gilbert Paiz on LinkedIn

Andrew Gay on LinkedIn

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Tags 2023 Annular Eclipse, ALCS, Harvey Belew, Kerrville, Lennar Housing Development

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Hill Country Podcast – Dr. Byron Black on Preventing and Managing Diabetes Through Exercise

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Post date October 11, 2023
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Dr. Byron Black is a seasoned healthcare professional with a comprehensive approach to managing high-risk health conditions. With a strong academic background in exercise science and health promotion, Dr. Byron has developed a unique perspective on managing conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, obesity, and age-related conditions. He emphasizes the importance of physical activity and nutrition in managing these conditions, stating that exercise can often be more effective than medication alone. His expertise lies in guiding exercise and nutrition, and he is dedicated to helping high-risk individuals improve their overall well-being. Join Tom Fox and Dr. Byron Black as they delve deeper into this topic on the next episode of the Hill Country Podcast.

Key Highlights:

Dr. Byron Black’s extensive education and experience
Specialized medical fitness clinic for comorbidities
Exercise as the Key to Managing Diabetes

Resources:

Tom Fox

Tags diabetes, Dr. Byron Black, Kerrville, Medical Fitness Clinic of Kerrville

Hill Country Podcast – Deb Rouse on Kerrville Folk Festival Welcome Home Fest

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Post date October 4, 2023
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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. Join Tom as he explores the people, places, and activities of the Texas Hill Country. In this episode, I am joined by Deb Rouse, Executive Director of the Kerrville Folk Festival, on the October 12-15 Welcome Home Festival and Annular Eclipse at the Quiet Valley Ranch.

Deb Rouse, the executive director of the Kerrville Folk Festival, has a rich history with the festival, having attended from a young age and later becoming a dedicated volunteer. Her perspective on the festival emphasizes the diversity and inclusivity of its music events, shaped by her experiences traveling to various folk festivals and organizing vibrant events like October’s Welcome Home Fest. She highlights the festival’s commitment to providing opportunities for aspiring songwriters and musicians of all levels, offering a variety of workshops and classes, and showcasing traditional folk programming. Rouse also underscores the festival’s dedication to supporting and promoting artists at various stages of their careers, citing the success of former volunteers like Anais Mitchell. Join Tom Fox and Deb Rouse on this episode of the Hill Country Podcast to delve deeper into the diverse music events and challenges of the Kerrville Folk Festival.

Key Highlights:

Kerrville Folk Festival: Connecting Earth and Universe
Anais Mitchell’s Magical Performances at Kerrville
Booking Artists and Securing Bigger Names
Discover the Kerrville Folk Festival Experience

Resources:

Kerrville Folk Festival

Tom Fox

Tags 2023 Annular Eclipse, annular eclipse, Deb Rouse, Kerrville, Kerrville Folk Festival, Welcome Home Festival

Kerrville Weekly News Roundup: September 30, 2023

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Post date September 30, 2023
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In this episode, Tom, Gilbert, and Andrew discuss the following stories that caught their attention over the past week.

Tom discusses the proposed Guadalupe River Center and the disqualification of Harley Belew from holding office due to his felony conviction. He shouts out to Andrew, attending the UT v. Kansas football game.
Andrew discusses the tax increase approved by the Kerrville City Council. He is looking for the UT/Kansas game and his first in-person D-1 game in many years.
Gilbert talks about the proposed EMS center for Kerrville and the fallout from Texas state Representative Andrew Muir for his prosecution in the impeachment of Texas AG Ken Paxton.

Resources:

Tom Fox on LinkedIn

Gilbert Paiz on LinkedIn

Andrew Gay on LinkedIn