Local News

Schreiner Institute student Jackson Fonville is the most recent student to be accepted to the United States Military Academy West Point, according to Shannon Deville, Director.  Fonville will report to West Point in June to begin basic training to enter in the fall. "This has been a lifelong dream of this young man, so we want to highlight Jackson's success in being accepted," Deville said.  "All of these students face […]

Students in Schreiner University's Sport Management program received 2nd place in the Case Study Competition at the 2025 Applied Sport Management Association Conference, held in Cincinnati, OH, on February 14.  The local team completed alongside 24 undergraduate teams in all divisions across the country. For the Case Study Competition, students developed and presented a proposal aimed at establishing a Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA) expansion team, according to Dr. Matt […]

Schreiner University is inviting the public to attend its Hill Country College Fund (HCCF) Spring Fundraising Luncheon on Thursday, March 20, at 11:30 a.m. on the campus quad at 2100 Memorial Blvd. in Kerrville.  During the luncheon, attendees will hear inspiring stories from current HCCF recipients who have directly benefited from the support of donors, highlighting the tangible difference that scholarships make in helping achieve the ability to pursue higher […]

The City of Kerrville Public Works Department has released helpful information about its upcoming bulky item collection scheduled for the month of March.  This collection is for residential units that have an active account for solid waste services with the City of Kerrville. It is highly recommended that you place items curbside the weekend before your collection begins, or by 7:30 a.m. on the Monday of your collection week.  Each […]

Texas drivers are being warned about a surge in scam texts claiming drivers are evading tolls, targeting customers regarding outstanding and unpaid tolls on the driver's account.  The message impersonating TxTag states to avoid late fees, the driver must pay within 12 hours.  Otherwise, the toll violations will be increased and reported to the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles. The toll operators want to remind customers that they will never […]

The City of Kerrville is now accepting applications for its Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. All applications are due by March 14, and appointments will occur March 25. The city secretary's office accepts applications for all city boards throughout the year. Persons interested should submit the board application specific to the board for which they are applying. Applications are available online on the city's website at https://kerrvilletx.gov/957/Boards-Commissions, or by dropping […]

Select members of the Hill Country Youth Orchestra will be joining Symphony of the Hills for part of its season finale concert "Bach, Beethoven, Boom!" on Thursday, February 27 at the Cailloux Theater, 910 Main, in Kerrville. The concert begins at 7 p.m. with a pre-concert wine reception for ticket holders starting at 6 p.m. Remaining available seats can be reserved directly online at caillouxperformingarts.com, or by calling (830) 896-9393. […]

Registration for the City of Kerrville Parks and Recreation Department's Disc Golf Tournament is still available for a few more dedicated disc golf teams. The tournament will be held at the Disc Golf Course on Schreiner University's campus, 2100 Memorial Blvd., on Saturday, March 29 beginning at 10 a.m. Pre-registration is highly encouraged as the tournament will be capped at 18 teams. The entry fee is $40 per team and […]

Kerrville-Schreiner Park is set to offer plenty of fun and free events for families during Spring Break for both campers and non-campers. Additionally, day-use fees will be waived one hour before each event begins. On Monday, March 10, at 7 p.m., "Inside Out 2" (2024-PG) will start at dark at the amphitheater. S'mores supplies and popcorn will be available while supplies last. Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn […]