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Kerr Together has announced an event scheduled for Wednesday, July 29, in Ingram intended to assist with recent flood recovery efforts. This Wednesday, from 9-11 a.m. at the Ingram Fire Department, disaster case managers will be available, helping with iSTAT intake and Rebuild Kerr needs assessments.  All Hands and Hearts will also be present to share volunteer resources, and mental health professionals will be on-site.  Flood buckets with cleaning supplies […]

Kerrville-Schreiner Park (KSP) is now open, with most amenities available, according to the City of Kerrville Parks and Recreation Department.  The following areas are open: ~RV Sites ~Tent Sites ~Recreation Hall ~Playground (Day Use) ~Pollinator Garden (Day Use) ~KSP Hillside, including the Bird Blind and 14 miles of hiking and biking trails The following areas will remain CLOSED until further notice: ~Beachfront/River Access ~Amphitheater ~Riverside Mini Cabins Visitors are reminded […]

Kerr County has reported its seventh case of rabies for 2026.  On Tuesday, July 21, Kerr County Animal Control was notified by a family in the 1700 block of Ranchero Road in Kerrville that there was a deceased skunk in their yard. The zoological lab that does the testing deemed the specimen "DESTROYED", according to KCAC Director Reagan Givens.  "Because the family's dogs had killed the skunk, the specimen was […]

Texas Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller expressed his concerns Thursday that last week's floods could potentially worsen the spread of the New World screwworm, a parasitic fly that spreads quickly and mostly targets warm-blooded animals. Miller said the state is now currently dealing with more than 40 cases and also criticized the federal response.  Miller said, "USDA has failed in my opinion..." Miller said flooding and the moisture left behind can […]

A Kendall County horse ranch is asking for help after last week's flooding resulted in several feet of water inside its buildings, damaged expensive equipment and left crews digging out from heavy mud. Corrival Ranch, a horse breeding, training, rehabilitation and boarding center, has been operating in Boerne for three years.  According to Ben Wolff, a Corrival Ranch investor, the flood washed away a significant amount of the work and […]

Hunt residents who need volunteer assistance, including help with flood cleanup or recovery, should complete the Volunteer Assistance Request Form.  As volunteer teams become available, you will be contacted and connected with teams based on your current needs and available resources. Request volunteer assistance at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAlpQLSeSW2vhsPLAEM9xDHIFoRwNVK-YtdwR48TH6q7i6R2eE_ncjA/ViewForm. Anyone wanting to volunteer can complete a form at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAlpQLScAboaFpukpXi06QecPEOdBqeacv8Y20w_fAQ4OweoqjWEew/ViewForm.

A Flood Recovery Mold Consultation event is scheduled for 5:30 p.m., Monday, July 27 via Zoom.  Lenard Crafted Homes is covering the cost of this consultation for everyone in attendance. This consultation is being led by Andrew Melrose and Craig Lenard and is designed to help our community take the correct steps following flood damage, according to a release. To reserve your spot, send your name and email to marketing@lenardcraftedhomes.com.  […]

A Disaster Recovery Center will open for residents impacted by last week's floods on Saturday, July 25, from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Office, 38 Business Court in Fredericksburg, according to Gillespie County Emergency Management. Impacted residents are welcome to go to the center and speak with recovery agencies and organizations regarding important information about insurance claim processes, insurance documentation, damage survey submissions, agriculture relief funds, […]