August 15, 2019 Forging Hope Program to Donate $165,000 to Local Nonprofits KERRVILLE, TEXAS – James Avery Artisan Jewelry, the family-owned jewelry retailer known for making artisan jewelry in the Texas Hill Country, is celebrating its 65th Anniversary. Founded in 1954, James Avery began his jewelry legacy with about $250 in capital and a small […]
KEDC chief talks new role, opportunities
From the Kerrville Daily Times, November 2018 Gil Salinas said he could talk for hours about economic development. “I’m an economic development nerd,” he said. “I really found my match in my career and what I enjoy doing, and that is fostering and creating opportunities. We’re not giving people jobs or businesses money, we’re […]
Kerrville City Council Approves Community Solar LMI Rate
Oct 10, 2018 – Public Announcement By Kerrville Public Utility At yesterday’s City Council meeting a new Community Solar Low- and Moderate-Income Household Tariff was approved. KPUB has been working on several community solar projects which will ultimately benefit all of our customers: Because the systems are installed on our distribution system, we will reduce […]
Kerrville Folk Festival grounds undergo renovations as kickoff date nears
Jacob Karre Staff Writer jacob.karre@dailytimes.com May 9, 2018 When the Kerrville Folk Festival isn’t happening, work is constantly underway to improve the 50-acre Quiet Valley Ranch. Right now, there are at least 14 projects in various phases as the grounds are being prepared for the 47th festival, which will kick off May 24. “We try […]
James Avery Jewelry celebrates 60th anniversary
Star-Telegram by Celestina Blok May 6, 2015 Having worked part time at a James Avery Jewelry store during the holiday season while in college, I became familiar with the Texas Hill Country craftsman’s mission of celebrating life through the beauty of design. Countless customers came in to buy special-occasion gifts in sterling silver and gold, […]