Tag: Kerrville

Categories
Kerrville Weekly News Roundup

Kerrville Weekly News Roundup: July 8, 2023

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 shouts out to Margot Newcomb for being honored by Morgan’s Wonderland Theme Park for her work in handicap accessibility. He also shouts out to the Schreiner University School of Nursing which had a 100% pass rate on National Licensure exam. Tom encourages listeners to visit the final weekend of the 40th anniversary celebration at the Museum of Western Art.

·      Andrew discusses the 4th of July Concert on the River this year which featured the Randy Rogers Band. He also talks about the Cailloux preview party for the 2023-24 arts season in Kerrville. Andrew shouts out The Lead for its photos from the event.

·      Andrew and Tom welcome the break in temperature for the weekend.

Resources

Tom Fox on LinkedIn

Gilbert Paiz on LinkedIn

Andrew Gay on LinkedIn

Texas Hill Country Podcast Network

Categories
Kerrville Weekly News Roundup

Kerrville Weekly News Roundup: June 30, 2023

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 talks the inane ballot counting workshop and the fans scaring people away from becoming sports referees. He shouts out to the 4th and the Hunt Art Sales set for July 1 at Bridget’s Basket.
  • Andrew talks about KPUB and the ongoing water shortage. Andrew shouts out to the 4th on the River.
  • Andrew and Tom remind everyone to be safe this weekend with these over 100 degree temperatures.

Resources

Tom Fox on LinkedIn

Gilbert Paiz on LinkedIn

Andrew Gay on LinkedIn

Texas Hill Country Podcast Network

Categories
Kerrville Weekly News Roundup

Kerrville Weekly News Roundup: June 23, 2023

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 talks the shooting of a Mountain Home resident and approval of a Johnny Manzel statue on the grounds of City Hall.

·      Andrew talks about Sci-Fi author Larry Morris who will speak at the Kerrville Library on Saturday about his sci-fi series and the non-profit Last Chance Forever which rescues birds.

·      Andrew and Tom remind everyone to be safe this weekend with these over 100 degree temperatures.

Resources

Tom Fox on LinkedIn

Gilbert Paiz on LinkedIn

Andrew Gay on LinkedIn

Texas Hill Country Podcast Network

Categories
Kerrville Weekly News Roundup

Kerrville Weekly News Roundup: June 17, 2023

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 talks about a trial balloon to change the time for citizen comment in the City Council Meeting and Flag Day.

·      Andrew talks about potential move of the County Tax office and new condos in Hunt.

·      Andrew shouts out to all the dads listening for Father’s Day and Tom reminds everyone to be safe this weekend.

Resources

Tom Fox on LinkedIn

Gilbert Paiz on LinkedIn

Andrew Gay on LinkedIn

Texas Hill Country Podcast Network

Categories
Kerrville Weekly News Roundup

Kerrville Weekly News Roundup: June 9, 2023

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 talks about the Kerrville Folk Festival, Parker Wolf and his grandparents from Centerpoint, Janet and Jim Wolf. Parker will play at Carnegie Hall this summer. He ends by reminding folks to be careful about being outside in the heat.  and Camp Stewart celebrating its centennial this year.

·      Andrew talks about the Meals on Wheels for pets program at Dieter Center, which received a matching grant from PetSmart. They also delve into the topic of human smuggling and issues at the southern border and concludes with the Shatter the Stigma 5K and fun run on Saturday, June 10, at Schreiner University’s Trailhead Beer Garden to raise awareness for mental Health.

Resources

Tom Fox on LinkedIn

Gilbert Paiz on LinkedIn

Andrew Gay on LinkedIn

Texas Hill Country Podcast Network

Categories
Kerrville Weekly News Roundup

Kerrville Weekly News Roundup: May 26, 2023

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 talks about the Kerrville Public School Foundation  and Camp Stewart celebrating its centennial this year.

·      Andrew talks about Plea in Abatement hearing the Harley Belew case and the resignation of City Manager EA Hoppe to move to Frisco.

·      Gilbert talks about school graduations and the upcoming Kerrville Business Expo.

Resources

Tom Fox on LinkedIn

Gilbert Paiz on LinkedIn

Andrew Gay on LinkedIn

Texas Hill Country Podcast Network

Categories
Kerrville Weekly News Roundup

Kerrville Weekly News Roundup: May 20, 2023

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 talks about the Hill Country Youth Ranch and the 100th anniversary of Camp Stewart. He concludes with shout out to the San Antonio Spurs for winning the rights to Victor Wembanyama.

·      Andrew talks about KPUB, Museum of Western Art celebrating 40 years and the power outage caused by a squirrel.

·      Gilbert talks about the election results and the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country which provides grants to non-profits.

Resources

Tom Fox on LinkedIn

Gilbert Paiz on LinkedIn

Andrew Gay on LinkedIn

Texas Hill Country Podcast Network

Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country

Categories
Kerrville Weekly News Roundup

Kerrville Weekly News Roundup: May 12, 2023

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 talks about the Harvey Belew and the Kerrville Library forum of mystery writers on Saturday May 13. He concludes with an admonition to be careful out there with the severe weather predicted for the weekend.

·      Andrew talks Killdeer Manufacturing receiving a special supplier designation from Boeing, an agreement for a 3-year public arts project in Kerrville and that the Place 2 City Council Race has not yet been decided. Andrew concludes with an admonition to ‘Turn Around, Don’t Drown’ if you see high water while driving.

Resources

Tom Fox on LinkedIn

Gilbert Paiz on LinkedIn

Andrew Gay on LinkedIn

Texas Hill Country Podcast Network

Categories
Kerrville Weekly News Roundup

Kerrville Weekly News Roundup: May 5, 2023

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, Gilbert and Andrew discuss the following stories which caught their attention over the past week.

  • Tom talks the Commissioner’s Court decision to hire a health care professional, City of Kerrville lawn and brush removal and King Charles coronation.
  • Gilbert talks about the upcoming city elections and the history and celebrations of Cinco de Mayo. He also reminds citizens to vote in the City and School District elections
  • Andrew talks charity events this weekend and hopes for good weather for outdoor activities.

Resources

Tom Fox on LinkedIn

Gilbert Paiz on LinkedIn

Andrew Gay on LinkedIn

Texas Hill Country Podcast Network

Categories
Investing in the Future

Investing in the Future – Chad Portie – Facilitating Eye – Opening Moments: A Leadership Class Experience

How do small towns and rural counties invest in their future? Tom Fox and Andrew Gay explore this topic in their new podcast series Investing in the Future – Developing Leadership in Kerr County. Leadership Kerr County is the premier leadership program in the Hill Country which enables men and women to learn more about the issues and topics that face Kerrville, Kerr County, and the Hill Country daily; everything from education and social services to economic development and health care. Kerr County has decided to invest in its citizens to create future leaders and lay a foundation for their future involvement in the leadership of Kerrville and Kerr County. This podcast is produced and hosted by the Texas Hill Country Podcast Network.

Welcome to the latest Investing in the Future episode hosted by Tom Fox and Andrew Gay. In this episode, they sit down with Chad Portie, the front office manager at Inn of the Hills and a current participant in the Kirk County leadership class. Chad talks about how he found out about the program and how it opened his eyes to the impact of the community around him. They also discuss Chad’s eye-opening moments during field trips, including the stigma surrounding mental health facilities and the importance of public works. The hosts also share their experience with the Disc assessment that helped them develop better relationships and improve productivity at work.

This episode is filled with stories about personal growth, professional development, and building lasting relationships. Every segment is packed with insight, humor, and valuable takeaways. Don’t miss out on this dynamic Investing in the Future episode with Tom Fox, Andrew Gay, and special guest Chad Portie.

Key Highlights:

· Chad’s experience in Kirk County leadership class

· Leadership Class Experience and Eye-Opening Moments

· The Value of DISC Assessments and Building Relationships

· Chad’s journey to Kerrville through radio work

 Resources

Andrew Gay on LinkedIn

Tom Fox on LinkedIn