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Kerr County Animal Services has confirmed its fifth case of rabies of 2024 after receiving a call last week regarding a deceased skunk that had been found in the backyard of a residence located on Earl Garrett Street in Kerrville.  The department was notified on Tuesday, March 26 that the animal was found dead and that there was exposure between the skunk and pets.  The positive result of rabies was […]

The 2024 Texas Hell Week has officially begun in Gillespie County.  The springtime tradition dates back to 1991 and kicked off last weekend.  On each day of Texas Hell Week, riders are provided with 3 ride choices on the back roads of Fredericksburg.  The annual event also offers cyclists evening seminars ranging in topics such as coaching, nutrition and crewing. The start and finish of the events will be at […]

As spring winds continue, the Public Works Department is providing some tips for helping keep trash and recyclable materials from being blown onto streets and lawns.  It is suggested that residents place bins at the street the morning of service rather than the night before.  Trash and recycling bins are lightweight, meaning they tend to roll easily or blow over.  Less time at the curb reduces the chance of materials […]

The Science Mill in Johnson City, which lies in the path of totality for the April 8 eclipse, is making limited space at the museum available for viewing.  Each ticket includes regular admission for four people, four solar eclipse glasses, and a parking space in the west parking lot off of US Hwy 290.  Parking is contingent on the weather and cannot be guaranteed except for inside the west parking […]

The Kerrville Police Department has given more updates regarding Sunday morning's single vehicle accident which resulted in a fatality.  On Sunday, March 24, at approximately 1:37 a.m., a single vehicle was involved in a rollover accident in the 200 block of Holdsworth Drive, resulting in the death of 15-year-old Ayden Elyse Vargas, of Kerrville. The driver of the vehicle, 19-year-old Aden Alberto Neri, of Fredericksburg and three other juvenile passengers, […]

The Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library has announced its newest addition titled "STEAM to Go," which consists of kits that come fully equipped with everything needed to facilitate interactive, hands-on learning experiences for kids.  These kits are accessible to all library cardholders and offer an enriching educational opportunity for families and educators. All kits can be utilized individually or as part of a group and are curated around themes such as animals, […]

The City of Kerrville municipal offices will be closed Friday, March 29, in observance of Good Friday and the Easter holiday.  The City secretary's office will be open from 8:30-11:30 a.m. Friday for election-related business. The Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library will be closed Friday, March 29 through Sunday, March 31 in observance of the Easter holiday.  All municipal offices and the Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library will resume regular business on Monday, April […]

Kerr County officials announced Monday that there are no road closures planned out during the eclipse event on Monday, April 8, but say that detours are likely. Kerr County Sheriff Larry Leitha told county commissioners during the regular session on Monday that there is some misinformation circulating in the community and encourages the public to get their facts from credible sources.  Leitha reminds everyone that the county, city and local […]

Kerr County property owners who have questions surrounding an agricultural use questionnaire recently mailed by the Kerr Central Appraisal District are invited to an upcoming town hall meeting.  The informational meeting will be hosted by Kerr County Commissioner (Pct. 4) Don Harris on Wednesday, March 27, at 6 p.m. at the Hill Country Youth Event Center, 3785 T 27 in Kerrville. KCAD Chief Appraiser Sharon Constantinides, RPA, CCA, has confirmed […]