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The Texas Department of Public Safety is increasing traffic enforcement efforts across the state for Labor Day weekend.  As part of the Operation Crash Awareness Reduction Effort (CARE), more troopers will be out on the road from September 4-7. The operation is a specialized campaign in which Texas Highway Patrol (THP) Troopers look for drivers who are speeding, intoxicated or not complying with other laws.  "As Labor Day weekend marks […]

The Community Foundation is reminding residents of Kerr County and Comfort who were impacted by the July 2026 floods that they may be eligible for Emergency Housing Assistance as they continue navigating recovery.  Qualified residents may receive up to three months of emergency housing assistance, according to a press release. If you previously completed a Needs Assessment survey and have been assigned a Disaster Case Manager, contact your case manager […]

The City of Kerrville wants to update the public on repairs being done to the Sh 16 Bridge repairs following the July 2026 flooding, which caused significant damage to TxDOT infrastructure along the Guadalupe River.  During the flood event, a large barge was carried downstream and struck the SH 16 bridge.  The impact damaged one of the bridge's exterior beams. On August 8, 2026, TxDOT awarded an emergency maintenance contract […]

Thanks to the incredible generosity of the Hal & Charlie Peterson Foundation and Texas Regional Bank, the Imagination + Literacy Hub is becoming a reality for Kerr Kids.  The venue will be a welcome space for little readers, dreamers, builders, tinkerers, and future engineers.  The Hub will have books, STEM, plenty of creativity, and BIG imaginations come together in one spot. Kerr Kids is asking for the public's help as […]

Governor Greg Abbott today announced that President Trump has approved $50 million in federal disaster assistance as part of a Major Disaster Declaration, following severe weather and flooding that impacted communities across the state in July, according to a news release. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has approved its Public Assistance program, including assistance for emergency work and the repair or replacement of disaster-damaged facilities, for 19 counties: Bandera, […]

As wildfire threats continue, the Texas Division of Emergency Management and Texas A&M Forest Service urge the public to prepare Wildfire Readiness Kits.  TDEM reminds us that it takes just a spark to ignite a fire and prompt local evaluations. It is recommended that kits are filled with the following items: ~Food and Water and Pet Supplies ~First Aid, Medication, Hygiene Supplies ~Communication, Lighting, Document Bag Items Pack your supplies […]

September is National Preparedness Month, and for more than 20 years, FEMA's Ready Campaign has been reminding Americans that disasters can strike anywhere at anytime.  This year's theme, Americans Stand Ready, celebrates a shared spirit of resourcefulness and duty: ~Know Your Risks: Learn which natural disasters or emergencies are most common in your local area. ~Make a Plan: Create a family emergency communication plan and pick safe meeting places. ~Build […]

Kerr County officials have announced the Burn Ban is in effect for all of Kerr County, beginning Wednesday, September 2, 2026.  The ban on open-flame, outdoor burning is in effect in Kerr County Precincts 1, 2, 3 and 4. Any questions pertaining to the burn ban may be directed to the Kerr County Commissioners' Court at 830-792-2215. For more information call 830-792-HEAT (4328), 830-315-BURN (2876), or visit kerrcountytx.gov.

The Kerr County Court at Law is returning to its home at the Kerr County Courthouse, 700 Main Street in Kerrville.  Here's what the public needs to know: ~Friday, Sept. 4-The Court at Law office will be CLOSED for relocation. ~Monday, Sept. 7-Most Kerr County offices will be CLOSED in observance of Labor Day. ~Tuesday, Sept. 8-The Court at Law office will REOPEN to the public at 8 a.m. in […]