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Louis Amestoy

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.

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Parents seek emergency order to stop Camp Mystic from destroying evidence, court date set for March 4

Travis County Judge to hear request for temporary restraining order March 4

Photo gallery: Wilder Blue at Arcadia Live

Playing to a near capacity crowd, the Americana band "The Wilder Blue" rocked, rolled and serenaded the audience at the Arcadia Live on Friday night.

Brenda Maxine Light: Dec. 4, 1950-Feb. 5, 2026

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.

Jessie Montanez: Sept. 2, 1957-Feb. 9, 2026

Jessie honorably served his country in the United States Navy, a chapter of his life he carried with pride.

Doris Jean Sholund: Aug. 1, 1943-Feb. 5, 2026

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.

Victoria Cobian: April 21, 1957-Feb. 10, 2026

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.

Harrell “Bill” Parr Jr: Aug. 21, 1927-Feb. 10, 2026

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.

The Lead Live Podcast
The Lead Live Podcast: Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2026 episode

The episode featured a wide-ranging discussion on local events, politics, and technology from Pint & Plow Brewing Co.

Leonard Perkins: July 13, 1947-Feb. 4, 2026

He worked at Keystone Resorts for a couple years as a lift maintenance operator before suffering cardiomyopathy. He moved to Kerrville in late 2000.

The Lead Live Podcast
The Lead Live Podcast: Tuesday, Feb. 3, 2026

Legal opinions suggest the county may face challenges in narrowly focusing regulations on only BESS plants without affecting other commercial developments.