Growing up in Southern California, Louis Amestoy remained connected to Texas as the birthplace of his father and grandfather. Texas was always a presence in the family’s life. Amestoy’s great-grandparents settled in San Antonio, Texas, drawn by the city’s connections to Mexico and the region’s German communities. In 2019, Louis Amestoy saw an opportunity to make a home in Texas. After 30 years of working for corporate media chains, Louis Amestoy saw a chance to establish an independent voice in the Texas Hill Country. He launched The Lead to be that vehicle. With investment from Meta, Amestoy began independently publishing on Aug. 9, 2021. The Amestoys have called Kerrville home since 2019.
She devoted 25 years of compassionate service as a nurse at the VA Hospital in Kerrville, where she was known for her kindness, dedication, and genuine concern for those in her care.
Doris Jean ''D.J.'' Sholund passed away on February 5, 2026, at the age of 82 in Kerrville, Texas, in her favorite chair, with a Dr Pepper (with good ice) nearby and QVC on the television.
Family meant everything to her, and she showed her love in her own way: constant support, attention, and always being there whenever someone needed her.
Before entering full-time ministry, Bill worked for the United States Postal Service. He began his pastoral service while still in school, filling in for local churches.
Legal opinions suggest the county may face challenges in narrowly focusing regulations on only BESS plants without affecting other commercial developments.