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The Kerr County Tax Office will be closed for part of the day on Thursday, March 13.  The office will be closing its doors to the public on this day beginning at 11:30 a.m.  The brief closure is necessary so that staff may complete state-mandated Texas Department of Motor Vehicle training, according to Kerr County Tax Assessor-Collector Bob Reeves. Kerr County is serving as host to the training event, which […]

The Austin Hill Country Chapter of the Ninety-Nines has announced its "Spirit of the WASP" Aviation Scholarship, which aims to offer an opportunity for aspiring and continuing pilots.  One of the scholarship's goals is to help ensure the lasting impact of the WASP contributions to aviation. Those familiar with the Women Air Force Service Pilots of WWII (WASP) know the significant role they played in Texas history, training on the […]

Schreiner University has announced the appointment of Dr. Russell Frohardt as Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, effective March 17, 2025. Dr. Frohardt brings more than 20 years of academic leadership experience, with a strong background in student success, faculty engagement, and innovative curriculum development.  He most recently served as Interim Vice President for Academic Success at Northwest Vista College (NVC) in San Antonio, where he led initiatives that […]

The Kerrville Parks and Recreation Department is gearing up for its annual Skateboard Competition scheduled for Saturday, April 12 at the Skate Park in Singing Wind Park, 2112 Singing Wind Dr.  Check-in and warm-up will start at 9:30 a.m., and the competition will begin at 10 a.m.  Each participant will have three minutes to perform their best skills to compete for the top spot in their age division. This event […]

The Schreiner University Equestrian Team is hosting a spring fundraiser on March 22 from 11:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Camp Stewart in Hunt.  The event will feature a polo match between the San Antonio Polo Club and Camp Stewart, a silent auction and a buffet and bar. Tickets must be reserved in advance online at Schreiner.edu/polo.  General admission is $50 per person.  The $100 VIP Access includes the buffet […]

Kerr County residents are being asked to consider becoming a VA Medical Foster Home, offered through the VHA.  The Medical Foster Home (MFA) program offers veterans who need daily care a unique alternative to nursing homes.  Approved veterans live in caregivers' homes, receive personalized attention and one-on-one care, and are supported by VA's primary care teams who provide medical care directly in the home. "Right now, there are no options […]

Kerrville Police Department Sgt. Jonathon Lamb is scheduled to present an informative overview of scam awareness at Dietert Center, 451 Guadalupe Street in Kerrville, on Tuesday, March 18 from 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.  This seminar is offered free of charge and reservations are not required. The seminar's goal is to help prevent members of our community from falling victim to scams and give helpful tools to raise awareness on […]

San Antonio-based contractor Guido Construction will begin long-awaited repairs on the Cailloux Theater this week. The $3 million project, which was approved by Kerrville residents as part of a $20 million sales tax bond election in 2023, will replace the theater's roof, install a new heating, ventilation and cooling system, and repair damage from leaks.  Work is expected to be completed by August. The 800-seat Cailloux Theater is part of […]

The 36th Heart of Texas Country Music Festival kicks off on Thursday, March 13 in Brady, Texas.  The event  runs through Saturday, March 22, presenting 24 shows by the stars and legends of country music.  Tickets, schedule, venues, dates, and performance times can be found at www.heartoftexascountry.com or by phoning (325) 597-1895. According to host and founder Tracy Pitcox, the event is one of the largest of its kind, featuring […]