The Kerrville Daily Times

12/24/2024

With more than 10,000 volunteer hours contributed in 2024 to the surrounding area, Texas Hill Country Gardeners are a force for beauty, gardening and plant education in our community.

The 2024 President’s Lifetime Achievement Award was given to Jackie Connelly. The U.S. President’s Volunteer Service Award was initiated by President George H.W. Bush in 2003. The award recognizes exceptional individuals who volunteer their time and talents to meet their community’s needs.

With more than 10,000 volunteer hours contributed in 2024 to the surrounding area, Texas Hill Country Gardeners are a force for beauty, gardening and plant education in our community.

12/23/2024

As the holiday season unfolds, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to our readers, families, and the entire Kerrville community. Your continued support means the world to us, and we’re honored to be a part of this vibrant town.

Please note that the Kerrville Daily Times will be closed on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, as our team takes time to enjoy the season with family and friends. We’ll be back to serve you after the holidays, ready for another exciting year of stories, news, and community updates.

12/23/2024

The holidays can be a food lover’s paradise. But for any dieter, it can be a nightmare.

“You have to consume 3,500 extra calories to gain 1 pound,” Clinical Dietitians Connie Lutze and Baylie Davies with Peterson Health remind readers. “Don’t eat or skip breakfast to eat more at that holiday party, then you will be starving and overeat, filling your plate even more.”

The holidays can be a food lover’s paradise. But for any dieter, it can be a nightmare.

12/21/2024

“Collaboration” was the most common solution by stakeholders at the Kerrville Economic Development Corporation State of Childcare Summit held on Tuesday at Schreiner University.

12/20/2024

The Kerrville Police Department will be ramping up traffic enforcement, thanks to a grant funded through the Texas Department of Transportation Selective Traffic Enforcement Program.

Additional officers began working traffic enforcement on an overtime basis on Dec. 16 and will continue through Jan. 1.

The Kerrville Police Department will be ramping up traffic enforcement, thanks to a grant funded through the Texas Department of Transportation Selective Traffic Enforcement Program.

12/19/2024

Kerrville Pets Alive! will transport several dogs impounded at Kerr County Animal Services to their Safe House property for an adoption event on Saturday, Dec. 21. The event will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 2102 Memorial Blvd.

Gypsy is a 3-year-old heeler mix who is recovering from cancer surgery funded by KPA! Gypsy is in need of a forever home, and she will be at this weekend’s adoption event.

Kerrville Pets Alive! will transport several dogs impounded at Kerr County Animal Services to their Safe House property for an adoption event on Saturday, Dec. 21. The event will be

12/19/2024

Kerrville Public Utility Board has announced the promotion of Amy Dozier to the position of assistant general manager.

12/18/2024

Check out the newest episode of The Hill Country Podcast! Host Tom Fox interviews our very own publisher John Wells. John shares his journey from digital advertising to local journalism, his vision for enhancing local news, and his plans for community engagement. They also discuss the role of local government reporting, expanding coverage of local sports and education, and introducing new segments to increase reader participation. Key highlights include John Wells' career journey, the difference between local and major newspapers, the importance of community-focused journalism, challenges faced in local news, and how local sports are being covered.

The Hill Country Podcast - Behind the Scenes at Kerrville Daily Times with John Wells Compliance Podcast Network

12/18/2024

Born in 1924, he has a century of stories in his recollection, with front row experience, from Tivy High School to the Pacific, even alongside Admiral Chester Nimitz.

“It’s been an interesting life,” Collin Furr said.

Born in 1924, he has a century of stories in his recollection, with front row experience, from Tivy High School to the Pacific, even alongside Admiral Chester Nimitz.

12/18/2024

The Kerrville Public Utility Board is now accepting applications for its 2025 scholarship program. Scholarships are offered for both undergraduate and trade school/technical students.

All applications for the undergraduate scholarships must be received by Friday, Feb. 28, 2025, to be eligible for consideration.

The Kerrville Public Utility Board is now accepting applications for its 2025 scholarship program. Scholarships are offered for both undergraduate and trade school/technical students.

12/17/2024

Volunteers from the Hill Country Chapter of the American Red Cross and members of the Kerrville Area Chamber of Commerce celebrated the remodeling of the Red Cross offices at 333 Earl Garrett St. in downtown Kerrville with a ribbon cutting.

“They started the remodeling last summer,” said Debbie Zabica, executive director of the Hill Country Chapter. “They put in new flooring, countertops, bathrooms and energy efficient windows.”

Volunteers from the Hill Country Chapter of the American Red Cross and members of the Kerrville Area Chamber of Commerce celebrated the remodeling of the Red Cross offices at 333

12/17/2024

🍁🥞 Happy Maple Syrup Day! 🥞🍁

Today, we’re celebrating the sweet, golden goodness of maple syrup! Whether you love it on pancakes, waffles, oatmeal, or even in a cozy cup of coffee, it’s the perfect way to add a little sweetness to your day.

What’s your favorite way to enjoy maple syrup? Share your syrupy creations with us in the comments below! 👇 And don’t forget to pair it with your Kerrville Daily Times for a sweet reading experience! 📰✨

12/14/2024

It’s time for Texans to brace for cedar fever season once again.

Cedar fever is an allergic reaction to the pollen released by mountain cedar trees, and unfortunately, you don’t have to be allergic to the pollen for it to affect you.

In Texas, the predominant species of mountain cedar is Ashe juniper, making cedar fever especially irritating in the Hill Country west of I-35, where there are primarily juniper trees mixed in with oaks and a few other species.

COLLEGE STATION — It’s time for Texans to brace for cedar fever season once again.

12/13/2024

KPA! is shaking it up this year by collecting donations on Saturday, Dec. 21, and then distributing them to pet owners in need on Sunday, Dec. 22.

The event will take place in the Kerr County Courthouse parking lot at the corner of Sidney Baker and Main Street in downtown Kerrville. The hours will be from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday for donation drop off and noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday for pet owners to pick up food.

Make a pet’s holiday by donating food, litter or pet toys to the Annual Kerrville Pets Alive! Fill Their Bowls Pet Food Drive.

12/13/2024

The city of Kerrville announced the winner of its annual Kerrville Christmas Poem contest at Tuesday’s city council meeting.

Katy Kappel won this year’s honor with her submission, “Christmas in Kerrville.”

The contest is sponsored each year by the city. The Kerrville Christmas Committee reviewed each poem submitted and selected their three favorites.

Those three poems were posted on the city of Kerrville’s page, where citizens voted for their favorite poem that best captured “Christmas in Kerrville” by “liking” their favorite poem.

The city of Kerrville announced the winner of its annual Kerrville Christmas Poem contest at Tuesday’s city council meeting.

12/12/2024

***UPDATE: LIGHTS ARE WORKING*** Texas Department of Transportation is en route to Sidney Baker/SH16 and Holdsworth Drive from Seguin; the traffic lights are flashing red in all directions. Our KPD team is conducting traffic control, drive with caution and expect delays. We will advise when the lights are fixed, as of now we do not have a projected time when they'll be working again.

12/12/2024

On-demand bus service will be available in Kerrville beginning Jan. 1 through an agreement between the city and Alamo Regional Transit, known locally as ART.

The service is limited to Kerrville residents, who can call for a pick-up or use a mobile app to request service.

On-demand bus service will be available in Kerrville beginning Jan. 1 through an agreement between the city and Alamo Regional Transit, known locally as ART.

12/12/2024

Leasing for a new 273-unit apartment complex should begin in January 2026, according to the project developer who spoke at Thursday's groundbreaking for Bluewood Hillside Heights.