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Mary Muse has announced that she will be retiring as executive director of Kerrville Folk Festival following this year's event, effective June 30, 2023. Muse has served in this role for eight years and says that one of her greatest accomplishments during her tenure at Quiet Valley Ranch has been putting together a business model which was better aligned with its nonprofit structure. Muse adds that building a fund balance […]

Kerr County announced it has received an award which recognizes it as one of the safest places to work among all county governments across the state. The county received the 2022 Texas Association of Counties Risk Management Pool Excellence in Safety Award based on its involvement and commitment to safety in the workplace and for controlling workers' compensation claims. According to TAC RMP Southwest Region Risk Management Consultant II Victor […]

Numerous cyclists will be on the roads and highways of Gillespie County for Texas Hell Week, a cycling event that gathers cyclists to enjoy the Texas Hill Country and spring weather. Motorists are reminded to be cautious and respectful of cyclists and prepare for some delays on certain roads. The designated route on Friday, March 31 begins at the Center Point-Waring-Welfare Loop, proceeding to Bankersmith-Hayden Ranch Loop. The final day […]

The Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library has released their schedule of events for the month of April with activities for all ages to enjoy beginning with an Eclipse Kick-Off Party this Saturday, April 1. The event begins at 10:30 a.m. with Karen Guerriero of Kerrville Pets Alive with a discussion on the impact of natural events on animals. At 2 p.m. Mark Ward from the Hill Country Astronomers will be sharing his […]