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The New World Screwworm, a highly destructive, flesh-eating parasite, led to a state disaster declaration issued by Texas Governor Greg Abbott on January 29, across all 254 counties.  For wildlife, the primary concerns are severe population declines, agonizing infestations in vulnerable species such as White-tailed deer and Bighorn sheep, and high mortality rates. During a call on Monday with reporters, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said that White-tailed deer and […]

A woman was found dead Monday after her vehicle was swept away by floodwaters in Bandera County, according to the Bandera County Sheriff's Office.  Bandera County Sheriff Josh Teitge said the sheriff's office received a call from the woman on Monday around 5:30 a.m.  She told authorities her car was moving into the creek due to fast-moving water near Lower Mason Creek Road near Chipman Lane. According to BCSO, the […]

The Kerr County Veterans Service Office (VSO) in partnership with the Alamo Area Council of Governments (AACOG) is hosting a free fan giveaway and resource event Wednesday, June 17, at the Kerr County VSO offices, 550 Earl Garrett Street in Kerrville. "The purpose of this event is to connect eligible Kerr County senior citizens with valuable support services designed to help them maintain their independence, health and quality of life," […]

Kerr County Emergency Management is now an operating partner in one of the most significant public safety investments this community has ever seen, according to a news release.  The Guadalupe River Flood Warning System is not simply a network of sirens and gauges.  Kerr County officials say it is a commitment - one that demands clear protocols, trained personnel and disciplined coordination across multiple agencies. Currently, the county is developing […]

In the face of an ongoing and significant threat of the New World screwworm (NWS) identified in neighboring Gillespie County, Kerr County Judge Rob Kelly on Monday signed a Kerr County Local State of Disaster Declaration, which went into effect immediately.  The declaration will continue for a period of 7 days, after which it will appear before the Kerr County Commissioners' Court in its regular, open session planned Monday, June […]

As a result of Monday morning's flash flooding, an incident occurred involving a vehicle being swept away by rapidly moving floodwaters, according to the Bandera County Sheriff's Office.  Bandera County officials say one person was in the vehicle when it was swept away. Multiple Bandera County emergency agencies are currently conducting search operations in the area of Lower Mason Creek Road and Chipman Lane.  Personnel from Center Point Volunteer Fire […]

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has announced a new, no-cost digital training program designed to rapidly increase the state's force of certified New World Screwworm inspectors.  This latest push is fueled by a recent re-emergence of the New World Screwworm, a highly destructive parasite that puts the state's $15 billion cattle market at risk. The educational platform features instructional videos, lesson guides, and diagnostic quizzes focused on proper identification, official reporting […]

~More than 250,000 Sloosh dive sticks are being recalled because they pose an impalement hazard to children, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.  The recall covers about 254,000 Sloosh dive sticks, contained in Sloosh water toys packages, with the model number 40041. The recalled products were sold online at Amazon, Temu, Wayfair, Target Plus and SHEIN from February 2019 through October 2025 for between $17 and $22.  Consumers […]

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Collins announced in a Thursday news conference that the total number of New World screwworm cases has risen to eight since last week's breakout.  Authorities have implemented quarantines in 10 counties, including Gillespie, Kerr and Kimble counties, and are releasing sterile flies to halt the spread. Screwworm flies lay their eggs in wounds or orifices of warm-blooded animals.  When they hatch within 12 to 24 […]