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The Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library is scheduled to host numerous eclipse-related events this weekend leading up to Monday's, April 8, total solar eclipse, which is expected to draw thousands of visitors to the Texas Hill Country.  All of the library's events are free and open to the public, but some of the events do require advanced registration. On Saturday, April 6, the library is welcoming renowned eclipse expert, Professor Mark Littman, […]

After originally issuing a burn ban/no dig order on Monday, April 1, Kerr County Judge Rob Kelly amended and clarified the eclipse-related order on Tuesday, April 2.  The amended order stipulates that a countywide burn ban will be in place from 12 a.m. on Saturday, April 6, until noon on Wednesday, April 10. The burn ban order prohibits open flames, sparks or embers and makes it unlawful to burn brush […]

Kerr County Judge Rob Kelly has implemented a limited burn ban and no dig order related to the solar eclipse on Monday, April 8.  The burn ban will become effective at 12 a.m. on April 5 and continue until noon on Wednesday, April 10.  The ban prohibits any open-air flames, sparks or embers.  The no dig order requires all public and private entities to suspend any underground operations between 12 […]

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, […]