Attractions
The Boulevards and Visions of Kemp and Kell
By Shannon Gillette
Kemp and Kell Boulevards make it possible to navigate around Wichita Falls, Texas. Their namesakes, Joseph A. Kemp and Frank Kell, made Wichita Falls possible. In the early developmental stages of the city a common mantra was, “think like Kemp, but work like Kell.”
Kemp was the dreamer and could see the potential where others could not. Kell had the work ethic and knowledge to make the dreams come true. Kemp and Kell were not two businessmen who happened upon Wichita Falls during the critical developmental. Kell was married to Kemp’s sister making the two brothers-in-law, and their empire was truly a family affair.
Joseph A. Kemp was born July 31, 1861, in Bosque County, Texas. Upon graduating high school he took over his father’s grocery business. It was this experience that lit his entrepreneurial fire.
Kemp moved his family to Wichita Falls in 1883 where he established many businesses, both wholesale and retail, turning Wichita Falls into an important trade hub for the surrounding area including Fort Sill. Kemp had his hand in all the major industries: railroads, banking and oil.
To read more pick up a copy of the November 2016 NTFR issue or call 940-872-5922 to subscribe.
Attractions
On the Road with Dave Alexander
It’s already March and the smell of springtime parties and special events is in the air.
Everybody knows in order to have a great party, you’ve got to have the right music.
Well, that’s where my friend Katie Dieter comes to the rescue.
Katie, aka DJ KD “The Spinner,” has been spinning the right mix for parties and special events throughout North Texas for years now. Her passion for music helps to make your special event one your friends will never forget. Whether you’re planning a wedding, banquet, school event or just a backyard get-together with friends, DJ KD “The Spinner” is the right call for you.
To read more, pick up a copy of the March issue of NTFR magazine. To subscribe by mail, call 940-872-5922.
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On the Road with Dave Alexander
Seems lately these days Texas is becoming the envy of musicians from around the world.
With the overwhelming response to “Yellowstone,” the television series, Texas once again finds itself under the microscope of the world, much like the late 1980’s TV series know to all around the globe as “Dallas.”
With that said, the musician population in Texas is beginning to grow as many aspiring performers turn their sights on Texas instead of Nashville. Meet my newly-found friend and fellow musician Grace Partridge. This youthful 19 year old has recently made Texas her new home. She began fiddling at age four in Rigby, Idaho. Grace worked her way through the National Fiddle championships in Weiser, Idaho, becoming a five-time national champion. She’s even played on the Grand Ole Opry. Still yet, her desire to become a true Texas Fiddler has brought her to the Lone Star State. I’m pretty sure we can thank Bob Wills for that.
To read more, pick up a copy of the January 2024 issue of NTFR magazine. To subscribe by mail, call 940-872-5922.
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On the Road with Dave Alexander
On Nov. 4, 2023, the Wichita Falls Symphony Orchestra will present an evening of Texas Cowboy, Country and Western Swing with yours truly, Dave Alexander and the fabulous Quebe Sisters.
Enjoy the music of Bob Wills, Willie Nelson, Gene Autry and many more of your Texas Music favorites performed with a full symphony orchestra. We also will feature music from my latest CD, “From The Saddle To Symphony Hall,” along with some of my own compositions. It is guaranteed to be a night to remember.
To read more, pick up a copy of the October issue of NTFR magazine. To subscribe by mail, call 940-872-5922.
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