Inside Killeen

On this episode of Inside Killeen, Reginald Hodges, president and CEO of the Training Center of Central Texas, joins us to discuss the organization's history, its growth and its mission to prepare the next generation of skilled workers. Hodges shares how the training center is transforming lives through hands-on education, creating career opportunities for graduates and addressing critical wo...

The Inside Killeen podcast crew is joined by Opinion Editor Dave Miller to talk about some of the local contests that were influenced by the big blue wave that hit the Nov. 3 election.  Send us a message. Let us know what you think of the podcast or suggest a guest we should interview. Support the show

Employers across Central Texas are looking for welders, technicians, HVAC specialists, automation experts, and medical coders, and not enough people are trained to fill those jobs. Dr. Melissa Gonzalez chairs Industrial Technology and Office Technology at Central Texas College, so she hears from both sides: employers who need workers and students who need careers. In this episode she breaks down w...

Here’s your quick Killeen–Fort Hood area news update for October 30, 2026 Read more at kdhnews.com. https://kdhnews.com/business/training-center-of-central-texas-expands-energy-training-facility-in-heights/article_f2fc448e-a964-49b8-a40b-b876e362e261.html https://kdhnews.com/military/latest-fired-army-general-once-served-as-1st-cav-deputy-commander-at-fort-hood/article_a43d2fae-19a6-4f34-8fab-d8cb...

The Inside Killeen crew talks about the upcoming election and Copperas Cove Editor Erik Walsh and Video Editor Hamida Botchway talk about their coverage of the Ken Paxton rally in Killeen. Send us a message. Let us know what you think of the podcast or suggest a guest we should interview. Support the show

Justin Early, who is running for U.S. Congress in District 31 on the Democratic ticket, speaks about issues with AI, data centers and including term limits for congressmen. He also talks about a potential constitutional crisis looming ahead of the election. Send us a message. Let us know what you think of the podcast or suggest a guest we should interview. Support the show

Breast cancer awareness is more than wearing pink. It's about education, early detection, access to care and conversations that could save lives. On this episode of Inside Killeen, we welcome Dr. Caren Chen for an important discussion about breast cancer awareness, prevention, screening and the importance of taking charge of your health. Join us on Inside Killeen, where local conversations ad...

The Inside Killeen podcast crew talk with local author Mattie Leonard about her experience with domestic violence, drug addiction and overcoming trauma. She talks about her three books on those subjects.  Send us a message. Let us know what you think of the podcast or suggest a guest we should interview. Support the show

Radio personality Piggie Harris joins the Inside Killeen podcast for a wide-ranging conversation about her life, career and connection to Central Texas. Harris shares the experiences that shaped the person behind the microphone before joining the Inside Killeen crew to discuss some of the hot topics and conversations happening across Bell County. Send us a message. Let us know what you think of th...

Innovation Black Chamber of Commerce President Ronnie Russell returns to the Inside Killeen podcast to discuss what’s been happening with the IBCC and its work across Central Texas. Russell gives an update on the chamber’s latest initiatives, programs and events, while discussing its continued efforts to support entrepreneurs, develop local businesses and create opportunities throughout the commun...

How much are we being watched? KDH News reporters Kevin Limiti, Ethan Housewright and Erik Walsh discuss the recent controversies regarding Flock cameras and what a surveillance state means for the country. Send us a message. Let us know what you think of the podcast or suggest a guest we should interview. Support the show

On this episode of the Inside Killeen podcast, entrepreneur Toni Ringgold joins the conversation to discuss the continued expansion of Space Create and the new ventures she’s pursuing. Ringgold shares what’s behind the growth of her business, how Space Create continues to evolve, and what inspired her to branch into new opportunities. The conversation also explores entrepreneurship, taking risks,...

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, a time to bring greater attention to mental health, recognize warning signs and encourage conversations that can save lives. On this episode of the Inside Killeen Podcast, Dr. Elizabeth Jennings joins the conversation to discuss mental health, suicide awareness and the importance of creating spaces where people feel comfortable asking for help. The...

Former Killeen mayor and councilman Riakos "Rock" Adams joins the Inside Killeen podcast to talk about some of the recent Killeen City Council controversies and the council's inner workings. Send us a message. Let us know what you think of the podcast or suggest a guest we should interview. Support the show

Terrell Scriber, Early College High School teacher, Marine Corps veteran, and host of the podcast Raising Scholars joins us for a conversation about what it really means to raise a scholar. We dig into his definition of "scholar identity," how families can set kids up for a strong start to the school year, where Texas education policy (TEA, SBOE, STAAR) is helping or hurting whole-person...

The Inside Killeen podcast crew recounts their experience covering the press conference and rally held by State Rep. James Talarico in his campaign for U.S. Senate  Host Kevin Limiti is joined by Erik Walsh, Copperas Cove editor, and Hamida Botchway, the KDH News multimedia/video journalist. Send us a message. Let us know what you think of the podcast or suggest a guest we should interview. Suppor...

Copperas Cove editor Erik Walsh joins the Inside Killeen podcast to talk about the upcoming massive VA clinic being built it Copperas Cove, and what that could mean for the city. Send us a message. Let us know what you think of the podcast or suggest a guest we should interview. Support the show

The Inside Killeen podcast is joined by KDH reporter Ethan Housewright, who is diving into a few of the hundreds of cold cases in the city of Killeen as part of an ongoing series.  Send us a message. Let us know what you think of the podcast or suggest a guest we should interview. Support the show

The Friends in Crisis homeless shelter is receiving no funds from the city of Killeen in the upcoming fiscal year. Families in Crisis directors Suzanne Armour and William Hall come on the podcast to discuss some of the implications. Send us a message. Let us know what you think of the podcast or suggest a guest we should interview. Support the show

KDH News editors Jacob Brooks and Dave Miller join the podcast to talk about the recent controversy regarding an alleged directive about a north Killeen grocery store. Send us a message. Let us know what you think of the podcast or suggest a guest we should interview. Support the show

KDH News' own Copperas Cove reporter and editor Erik Walsh goes into detail about a meeting over the discussion of a proclamation held at a recent Copperas Cove council meeting.  Send us a message. Let us know what you think of the podcast or suggest a guest we should interview. Support the show

Killeen Daily Herald reporters Daelan Cheh, Kevin Limiti and Hamida Botchway sat down with downtown business owner and Main Street Board Chair Khandiese Cooper to discuss what's happening in Downtown Killeen, ongoing revitalization efforts and the vision for the district's future. Send us a message. Let us know what you think of the podcast or suggest a guest we should interview. Support...

Louie Minor, the outgoing Bell County commissioner for precinct 4, talks with Inside Killeen on the upcoming ballot vote on a hospital district as well as some of the issues with indigent healthcare in the county. Send us a message. Let us know what you think of the podcast or suggest a guest we should interview. Support the show

Jeffery Reynolds, who just a few weeks ago was the assistant city manager of the Killeen government, was on tap to be Killeen’s interim city manager and, possibly, a top candidate for the permanent role. Instead, he was arrested and charged with indecent assault involving another city employee in late May. In this episode, Inside Killeen discusses the case and what it means for the city of Killeen...

In this episode of the Inside Killeen podcast, Deputy Managing Editor Dave Miller talks about how fraught the recent Harker Heights election was, and the surprising turnout in the runoff for mayor of Harker Heights.  Send us a message. Let us know what you think of the podcast or suggest a guest we should interview. Support the show