Local News

The Kerr County Veterans Service Office has announced it will be temporarily closed due to limited staffing the week of August 24-28.  Those with already scheduled appointments this week WILL be seen. On Wednesday, September 2, the office will be closed as staff prepares for the 2026 Veterans Benefits Fair the following day, Thursday, Sept. 3 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The office, located at 550 Earl Garrett Street […]

Kerr County is launching its Kerr County Disaster Debris Pickup, a 3-week effort to help remove Construction & Demolition (C&D) debris resulting from the July 16 flood and subsequent cleanup and repairs.  This service is meant only for construction debris, including wood, steel, concrete, bricks, masonry blocks, drywall, plaster, flooring materials, ceiling tiles, acoustic panels, sinks, toilets, pipes, electrical wiring, glass windows and shingles, etc. This service is not collecting […]

The Texas Round Up Animal Alliance is gearing up for a TRUAA Cattle Dog round up.  The organization has several incredible Australian Cattle Dogs currently available for adoption, so you're bound to find the perfect companion for your family. Anyone interested in adopting any of TRUAA's dogs can fill out an application at www.TRUAA.org.  Adoptions are by appointment. TRUAA is dedicated to rescuing dogs from euthanasia, restoring them through compassionate […]

The City of Kerrville Public Works Department will begin phased curbside debris collection Monday, Aug. 24.  Following several weeks of collecting and reviewing property owners survey responses and conducting site visits, Public Works staff says it has gathered sufficient information to develop collection routes. Residents are asked to place only items that were damaged by the recent floods in the right of way.  Limiting debris to flood-damaged materials will help […]

The SPCA of Texas is reminding pet owners that extreme heat isn't simply uncomfortable for dogs and cats, it can become deadly in a matter of minutes.  Pets have limited ways to cool themselves.  While they can sweat slightly through their paw pads, panting is their primary way of releasing excess heat, according to SPCA of Texas Chief Veterinarian Dr. Valarie Tynes. When painting isn't enough, a pet's body temperature […]

~The salmonella outbreak tied to jalapeno peppers has grown to 32 states as more than 400 people across the country have reported illnesses, U.S. health regulators said Wednesday.  According to the CDC, a total of 431 people have reported illnesses tied to the current outbreak strain of salmonella.  Of those illnesses, 57 people have been hospitalized and no deaths have been reported. Illnesses began between June 19 and Aug. 2.  […]

The Kerrville Police Department has issued a friendly reminder regarding back-to-school driving and school buses. Drivers on streets with a center left turn lane, such as Sidney Baker, must stop in both directions for school buses loading and unloading.  When you see the flashing lights, stop.  When there is an unpaved median or a physical barrier, drivers in the opposite direction can proceed with caution. School zone speed limits (often […]

Kerr County has a new On-Site Sewage Facilities (OSSF) Order in place, effective August 7, 2026.  The biggest change is a permit is now required for all new septic systems on tracts of ANY size. This new change is NOT retroactive.  Existing systems are fully grandfathered if they were installed before Sept. 1, 1989, and continue to meet state standards.  New construction and/or upgrades to an existing OSSF will require […]