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The Hill Country Podcast

The Hill Country Podcast: Dr. Brent Ringo – Building Bridges: Creating a Stronger School – Community Connection

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 special episode, Tom is joined by Kerrville Independent School District Superintendent Dr. Brent Ringo as a guest. Additionally, Andrew Gay and Gilbert Paiz join Tom as special co-hosts for this episode.

Dr. Brent Ringo, the new superintendent of the Kerrville Independent School District in Texas, believes that community outreach is essential for schools as they reflect the values of the community. Through a listening tour, Dr. Ringo understands the community’s needs and the role the KISD Foundation and community support play in providing resources and assistance. Challenges such as teacher recruitment, funding, and issues of disrespect and abuse are being addressed through collaboration, innovation, and safety measures. Innovative pathways for students, including certification programs and alternative schools, are being implemented to support diverse student needs. Dr. Ringo also discusses the misconceptions surrounding charter schools and the controversial topic of vouchers. Parents are encouraged to use the hashtag #Kisdinspires to showcase the positive aspects of the district.

 Key Highlights:

  • Dr. Brent Ringo: New KISD Superintendent
  • KISD Foundation and Community Support
  • Challenges in Teacher Recruitment and Funding
  • Addressing Challenges in Education
  • School Safety Measures
  • Innovative Pathways for Students

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Kerrville Weekly News Roundup

Kerrville Weekly News Roundup: August 19, 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, Gilbert and Andrew are out on assignment so Tom discusses the stories which caught his attention over the past week.

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Tom Fox on LinkedIn

Gilbert Paiz on LinkedIn

Andrew Gay on LinkedIn

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Kerrville Weekly News Roundup

Kerrville Weekly News Roundup: August 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 discusses the Level 2 water rationing that Kerrville and Kerr County is now under and the Free Splash day at Kerrville-Schreiner Park on Saturday August 5. He invites listeners to drop by the Kerrville Rotary Club booth at the Kerrville Business Expo on Saturday August 5.
  • Andrew take a deep dive into the Kerrville Business Expo on Saturday August 5, why should attend and who will be there, including the Texas Hill Country Advisors.

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Tom Fox on LinkedIn

Gilbert Paiz on LinkedIn

Andrew Gay on LinkedIn

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Kerrville Weekly News Roundup: July 29, 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 notes the trial date set for Harvey Bellew for his potential removal from office and shouts to the construction of the new county animal shelter. This weekend he will be nursing one of his pooches who had knew surgery this week.
  • Andrew discusses hospitality business in Kerrville and the Kerrville Visitors and Conventions Bureau which it supports. He reminds people that August 1 is the deadline for Leadership Kerr County Class 2023-24 (registration and information). Andrew is looking forward to seeing Oppenheimer this weekend.
  • Gilbert shouts out to the Back to School Bash and says he is tired of the Anti-LGBTQ protested outside the Library. He says he is staying inside this weekend.

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Tom Fox on LinkedIn

Gilbert Paiz on LinkedIn

Andrew Gay on LinkedIn

Texas Hill Country Podcast Network

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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

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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.

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Tom Fox on LinkedIn

Gilbert Paiz on LinkedIn

Andrew Gay on LinkedIn

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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

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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

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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

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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