Local News

A process is currently underway to update the Kerrville 2050 Comprehensive Plan, which includes a Downtown Plan and Nimitz Lake Area Plan, and city officials are inviting the public to stay informed by attending  a community open house on Wednesday, October 23, from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Arcadia Theater, 717 Water Street.  The updated Plan will reaffirm the vision and goals of Kerrville 2050 while proposing actionable recommendations to guide […]

The International Festival and Event Association (IFEA) recently announced that the Kerrville Parks and Recreation Department's Kerrville Eclipse Festival is the recipient of two prestigious awards:  gold for Best Commemorative Poster and silver for Best New Event.  This esteemed recognition celebrates the outstanding achievements, creativity, promotional efforts, operational excellence, and community outreach of festivals worldwide. "The International Festival and Event Association is a tremendous honor for the Kerrville Parks and […]

The 13th Annual Kerrville Triathlon Festival will be held September 27-29 in Kerrville.  This two-day event includes five races, a sports exposition, and a free Kids Fun Run that welcomes over a thousand athletes to Kerrville every September.  Area residents are reminded to be mindful of athletes, volunteers, and first responders on roadways and encourage individuals to seek alternate routes this weekend due to anticipated traffic and road closures.  Kerrville […]

The City of Kerrville's Wastewater Collections Department will be performing two days of smoke testing along Town Creek beginning September 25.  Operations on both days will run from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., and there are no road closures planned.  The testing will not affect the flow of traffic. On Wednesday, Sept. 25, testing will extend from the Harper Road exit at Interstate 10 down Old Harper Road and the […]

Starting October 1, the City of Kerrville will begin charging a three-percent fee on all credit card transactions, which includes purchases that are completed in person, over the phone, or online.  This new fee is due to the rising costs associated with credit card transactions. Utility customers can still opt to take advantage of the bank draft option for utility bills, or make payments via cash or check.  Individuals interested […]

The Kerrville Parks and Recreation Department is now accepting applications for the 23rd Annual Holiday Lighted Parade, which is scheduled to take place on Saturday, November 23, at 6 p.m. in Downtown Kerrville. Registration information and parade rules can be found online at www.kerrvilletx.gov/1344/Holiday-Lighted-Parade.  All entries must be completed online, and payment is due at the time of registration.  All participants must review the rules and regulations before applying, and […]

The local affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness is meeting on Thursday, September 19 at 6 p.m. at the Dietert Center, 451 Guadalupe Street in Kerrville in the Take Five Room.  The event's topic will be led by Kathy Turner, QPR Instructor for Together With Hill Country Veterans, and will provide a framework of questions and responses to help an individual in a suicidal situation.  Meetings are open […]

The Texas Department of Public Safety is offering Saturday appointments at select driver license offices across the state through the end of September.  Participating offices will be open for half days on Saturdays, with appointments available on September 21 and 28.  These services are by appointment only and can be booked online at:  txdpsscheduler.com. Texas DPS says in a statement that it aims to accommodate more customers needing driver license […]

The League of Women Voters of Texas outlines several major deadlines and dates for Texas voters in the upcoming November 5 election. October 7 is the final day prospective voters can register to vote or change their address before the General Election.  October 21 is the first day to vote in person, with early voting running through November 1. The last day to apply for a ballot by mail is […]