This Week in Victoria 021325

This Week in Victoria 021325
Season 9, Episode 11

Welcome to This Week in Victoria! Each week, Brother Gary Moses and Chris Doelle sit down and go over all the happenings in the Crossroads.

Main Themes:

• Community Events and Promotion: The primary focus of the conversation is the promotion of a wide range of local events happening in Victoria, Texas. This includes cultural events (theater, art exhibits), sporting events (baseball, softball, TAAF winter games), Valentine's Day celebrations, the upcoming Victoria Livestock Show, and various community gatherings.
• Emphasis on Community Engagement: Both Chris and Brother Gary express a strong commitment to being involved in the community. They attend events, promote them on air, and highlight the efforts of volunteers and local organizations. They also seem to know and support many of the individuals and businesses mentioned.
• Friendship and Mutual Respect: A strong sense of friendship and respect exists between Chris and Brother Gary. They greet each other warmly, express gratitude, and compliment each other's contributions to the community. There is a general tone of positivity and camaraderie.
• Time and the Pace of Community Life: Both speakers express amazement at how quickly time is passing and how packed the local event calendar is. They seem to revel in the busy nature of community life.

Most Important Ideas/Facts:

• Event Listings: The conversation provides a detailed list of events occurring around Valentine's Day, including:
• Roses and Rose at Peaches and Tortillas (Mercantile)
• Valentine's Paint Night (Public Library)
• "The Addams Family" at the Welder Center
• DeLeon Club of Victoria community meet and greet with the new superintendent of VISD
• Spring art exhibit at Victoria College Fine Arts Gallery
• Wash and Wag (North Corner Pettis Center)
• Fun Friday at the Victoria Public Library (heart wreath making)
• Team tech at the public library
• "Be my Valentine" dance (CWV Hall)
• Pat Matula and the Lonstar Playboys (VFW Hall)
• Will Roads (Errol Crafters)
• Valentine necklaces (Children's Cup Museum)
• UHB baseball double header (Riverside Stadium)
• Victoria Livestock Show Barbecue Cook off
• Battle Drive C3 Victory Church Valentine's Mixer
• Victoria Livestock Show Parade (Downtown Victoria)
• Victoria Public Change
• Victoria Public Library Chess Club
• Coast Riders gathering
• Aaron Ball and his band at Aerocrafters
• Curtis Grimes at Moonshine Drinkery
• Winging and Yoakum at the Bill Convention Center
• UHB Softball at the Victoria Youth Sports Complex
• TAAF winter games
• Farmers market (Patty Dobson Public Health Center)
• Valentine's party (Child Museum)
• Benefit for Miss Clara Ramos (Rustic Ranch)
• Bippityy Boppity Princess T party (Here's a Scoop)
• Metal show (Dodge City)
• Our Lady of Victory Blue and Gold Banquet (Our Lady of Victory Cafeteria)
• KC's barbecue pork state plates (KC Hall)
• Victoria Livestock Show: The kickoff of the Victoria Livestock Show season is a major upcoming event, and the speakers plan to be heavily involved in its various activities. As Brother Gary states, "Actually, we start this weekend, Chris, is the first activities of the Victoria Livestock Show 2025."
• Local Business Support: There is clear support for local businesses, including mentions of specific stores, restaurants, and performance venues.
• Adopt a Hive: A local company called "Adopt a Hive," which places and maintains beehives on residential properties, is mentioned. Chris considers them as a possible new sponsor and likes the idea for his own property.
• Show's Longevity: Chris reveals that they are nearing the end of season nine and preparing for season ten, highlighting the radio show's long-standing presence in the community.

Key Quotes:

• "Literally fun event, man. Fun event." - Brother Gary, describing the Empty Bowl event, highlighting his enthusiasm for community service.
• "Even a bad show done live is much better." - Chris, emphasizing the value of live theater, even if the production isn't perfect.
• "We live hungry." - Chris, jokingly responding about being hungry, showing their familiarity and comfort with each other.
• "It comes around faster and faster, doesn't it?" - Brother Gary, referring to the cycle of events and the fast pace of community life.
• "Friendship never wains." - Chris, expressing his appreciation for his friendship with Brother Gary.
• "Always a pleasure, Mr. Chris. We love you, brother." - Brother Gary, closing the segment with a heartfelt expression of affection.
• "That's the way we like it, right, brother?" - Chris, showing excitement and fondness for a busy community event schedule.

Inferences:

• Chris and Brother Gary are well-known figures in the Victoria, Texas community.
• The show enjoys significant local support, evident in the mentions of sponsors and the audience's engagement with community events.
• The community of Victoria, Texas, is vibrant and active with a wide range of cultural, recreational, and charitable activities.

A big thank you to the sponsors that make this show possible:

Gulf Coast Audiology

LaVaca BBQ
Camacho Tractor

Meals on Wheels
Board Game Legends
Nani's Sweeter Side

Fresh Media Works

Theme music is Creative Commons Music by Jason Shaw on Audionautix.com