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A man was sentenced to 70 years in a Texas prison for crimes against children, according to Kendall County Criminal District Attorney Nicole S. Bishop.  Eduardo De Jesus Pineda Quinonez, 35, of Guatemala, was sentenced to 50 years for possession of child sexual abuse images and an additional 20 years for indecency with a child after pleading guilty to both charges. A news release said Quinonez is expected to be […]

Governor Greg Abbott has heightened the readiness level of the Texas State Emergency Operations Center to Level III (Increased Readiness) as severe storms threaten the state.  The Texas Division of Emergency Management (TDEM) has been instructed to prepare for the impending weather, which is expected to bring heavy rainfall and potential flash flooding across West, North, Central, Southwest, and East Texas. The National Weather Service warns of damaging winds, large […]

The City of Kerrville wants to inform the community that the Municipal Court will be closed Monday, Nov. 24 through Friday, Nov. 28 during the week of Thanksgiving. Upon reopening on Monday, Dec. 1, the Municipal Court will begin operating from the new Public Safety Facility located at 365 Clearwater Drive, Ste. 100, in Kerrville.  Normal business hours will resume Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. when the Court reopens […]

The City of Kerrville has announced the kickoff of the annual "Christmas in Kerrville" Poem Search, inviting community members to share their creativity and help capture the charm and spirit of the holiday season. Community members of all ages are encouraged to submit an original poem following the rules and regulations listed at www.kerrvilletx.gov.  Each poem must be accompanied by a signed release form by the poet or their legal […]

Locals and visitors alike are invited to attend the City of Kerrville's 24th Annual Holiday Lighted Parade on Nov. 22 beginning at 6 p.m., which will feature area First Responders as the parade's Grand Marshals in recognition of their courage, dedication and steadfast service to our community. This year's theme celebrates the unity and resilience that defines Kerrville, shining a light on those who answer the call - day and […]

A new down payment assistance program has been announced for Kerr County residents affected by the deadly Fourth of July floods.  On Wednesday, the Texas State Affordable Housing Corporation, Connective and the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country announced the new program is funded by the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund, the $4 million investment that is a part of the Foundation's larger $40 million commitment to help local […]

Whataburger is honoring veterans and active-duty military personnel with a special offer.  Starting Nov. 11, veterans and service members can enjoy a complimentary Taquito every Tuesday during breakfast hours at any Whataburger location through Dec. 30. The Taquito, wrapped in a soft flour tortilla and filled with scrambled eggs and a choice of sausage, bacon, or potato, can be claimed by showing a military or veterans ID or other proof […]

ByHeart Inc. has announced a full recall of all its Whole Nutrition Formula products due to concerns about potential contamination leading to infant botulism.  To date, the outbreak has affected 15 babies in 12 states, including Texas.  The formula is sold nationwide and online. The decision to expand the recall was made late Monday after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) informed the company of two additional cases of […]