The Lead Live Podcast: Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026

Kerrville Parks and Recreation Director Jay Brimhall provided updates on city park developments during an episode of The Lead Live, detailing ongoing flood recovery and new plans for recreational areas.

Brimhall reported that Guadalupe Park is undergoing a complete refresh, which includes fixing handrails damaged during the July flood. He also announced that the city has formalized a bike trails planning document for Singing Wind Park, which aims to replace the existing “wildcatted” dirt paths with sustainable, erosion-resistant trails. Additionally, soccer fields on Loop 534 are in the process of coming back online to alleviate the city’s space squeeze.

The broadcast also included a significant announcement: Co-host Libbie Horton announced she is leaving her position at Arcadia Live on March 13 to pursue her passion for dance and choreography full-time.

Other key news items covered in the episode include:

• Flood Warning System: The Upper Guadalupe River Authority (UGRA) approved an $810,000 contract for a new flood warning system on the Guadalupe River, with some elements hoped to be ready by Memorial Day weekend.
• Media Sale: The Fredericksburg Standard-Radio Post was sold to Times Media Group, an Arizona-based company known for consolidating community newspapers.
• Community Events: Event planner Anabel Medrano detailed the “Green Thumb Gathering” in Center Point on March 7-8 to educate the public on riverbank repair, and Ashley Phillips promoted the free “Rest and Reset” mental health event for teens on Feb. 28 at the Kroc Center.