Welcome to Texas Hill Country Insider, a local podcast covering the people, business, growth, and culture shaping the Texas Hill Country.
Hosted by Ryan Rendon, a Texas Hill Country realtor, and Steven Butcher, a custom home builder, this show explores real estate, development, local business, community issues, events, and the stories behind what is happening across Fredericksburg, Kerrville, and the surrounding region.
If you want smart, local conversations about the Hill Country from people who live and work in it, you’re in the right place.
New episodes featuring local leaders, business owners, community voices, and the people helping shape the future of the Texas Hill Country.
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Don’t mind the missing ceiling tile, but we are ready to start shooting! @ButcherBehrensSignatureHomes
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🥂 Texas Testicle Festival Returns Monthly in Fredericksburg
🥩 Rocky Mountain Oysters + snow crab? The Texas Testicle Festival is back monthly in Fredericksburg — next up: June 28! #TexasTesticleFestival #FredericksburgTX #HillCountryEvents #Bankersmith #FoodieFestivals
Would you try Rocky Mountain Oysters at the Testicle Fest?
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🏨 New Luxury Hotel Coming to Fredericksburg in 2027
🏨 A 210-room luxury Kimpton hotel is coming to Fredericksburg in 2027 — complete with rooftop views, event space, and a resort-style pool. #FredericksburgTX #KimptonFredericksburg #LuxuryTravel #TexasHillCountry #TheMeuse2027
What’s your first reaction to a 210-room luxury hotel in Fredericksburg?
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🎉 New Downtown Water Street Festival Coming This Fall
🎉 The first-ever Downtown Water Street Festival is coming to Kerrville on Oct. 25! Vendor and sponsor spots are open — don’t miss out. #KerrvilleTX #WaterStreetFestival #HillCountryEvents #ShopLocal #FallFest2025
Would you check out Kerrville’s first-ever Water Street Festival this fall?
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🏊 LBJ State Park Pool Set to Reopen This Summer
🏊♂️ The LBJ State Park pool is set to reopen this summer after major upgrades! Stay tuned for the official date. #LBJStatePark #StonewallTX #TexasStateParks #SummerSwimming #HillCountryRecreation
You hitting the upgraded LBJ pool this summer?
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🚰 Kerrville Ramps Up Water Monitoring Despite Recent Rain
🚰 Kerrville is boosting water monitoring and conservation efforts — the drought isn’t over yet. #KerrvilleTX #WaterConservation #TexasDrought #SmartWaterUse #HillCountryNews
Still thinking about water use in Kerrville?
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🏊♂️ Kerrville’s Olympic Pool Closed for 2025 Season
🚫 Kerrville’s Olympic Pool will stay closed all summer — reopening pushed to 2026 due to delays and funding gaps. #KerrvilleTX #OlympicPool #HillCountryNews #CityProjects #SummerPlans
Olympic Pool’s closed all summer—bummer?
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🎉 Fredericksburg Food & Wine Festival Kicks Off with Summer Preview Week
🎟️ From queso throwdowns to silent discos — Fredericksburg’s Food & Wine Preview Week is July 21–27. Tickets on sale now! #FredericksburgTX #FoodAndWineFestival #HillCountryEats #PreviewWeek2025 #TexasFoodieEvents
Preview Week: queso, wine, silent disco… you going?
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⛳ Scott Shriner Golf Course is getting expert help ahead of its grand reopening! Consultant Mitch Harrell is now guiding the post-renovation transition. #KerrvilleTX #ScottShrinerGolf #GolfCourseReno #HillCountryGolf #PGAPros
What would make you actually play here?
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🥩 Salt Lick BBQ is coming to The Sycamore! Construction starts Sept. 2025, with a 2026 opening. Cellars, BBQ, and a mystery concept on the way! #HillCountryTX #SaltLickBBQ #TheSycamore #TexasBBQ #ComingSoon2026
Would you make the drive for Salt Lick at The Sycamore?
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