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In a sudden reversal, Camp Mystic announced Thursday it will no longer attempt to reopen any portion of its camp this summer and has withdrawn its application for a 2026 summer license, as scrutiny intensifies following last year's deadly Fourth of July floods.  The decision comes after weeks of pressure from state leaders and emotional testimony from families who lost loved ones in the tragedy, which claimed the lives of […]

Texas residents can stock up on emergency preparedness supplies tax-free through Monday, April 27, as the state's annual Emergency Supplies Sales Tax Holiday is underway.  The holiday is aimed at helping Texans prepare for natural disasters such as hurricanes, flash floods, and wildfires. There is no limit on the number of qualifying items that can be purchased, and shoppers do not need to provide an exemption certificate to receive the […]

Monday is the last day to register to vote or update voter information before ballots are cast in one of the state's most closely watched election races.  One of the biggest races on the ballot is the U.S. Senate runoff between incumbent John Cornyn and challenger Ken Paxton.  In the March primary, Cornyn and Paxton finished as the top two candidates, but neither secured a majority, forcing a runoff.  Cornyn […]

The ban on open-air, open-flame burning will be lifted across all of Kerr County, including in any zones previously identified as "affected" by the July 4, 2025, flood disaster, effective at 8 a.m. on Friday, April 24.  Most recently on April 3, all four precincts in the county had lifted the burn ban due to recent heavy rains.  However, while the burn ban has been lifted and reinstated numerous times […]

Texas Rangers were at Camp Mystic on Thursday as part of their ongoing investigation, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety.  Earlier this month, the Texas Department of State Health Services said it was reviewing hundreds of complaints filed about the care of the children at the camp. Camp Mystic has faced heightened scrutiny since last July after 27 girls died during flooding on the Guadalupe River. Lt. Gov. […]

In celebration of National Teacher Appreciation Week, Whataburger, the Texas-based fast-food chain is once again hosting its annual "Whatateacher" event, offering free breakfast to teachers and school staff.  On Thursday, May 7, educators can visit participating Whataburger locations between 5 and 9 a.m. local time to receive a complimentary breakfast item. Options include a Breakfast on a Bun, Honey Butter Chicken Biscuit, or Breakfast Taquito.  To redeem the offer, guests […]

Kerr Together, the long-term recovery operation established in response to the July 4th, 2025 flood announced a partnership with two specialized nonprofit dive organizations to enhance safety along the Guadalupe River's most popular recreational areas.  With generous support from HEB and GEM, Kerr Together has entered into agreements with San Antonio Search & Support and Rampart Vigilance, two nonprofit organizations with extensive expertise in underwater search and recovery operations.  Together, […]

H-E-B announced it is giving away 276,000 free reusable bags across Texas as part of its annual Earth Day celebration.  Beginning at 8 a.m. on April 22, customers visiting any H-E-B, Central Market, Joe V's Smart Shop or Mi Tienda location in Texas can receive a complimentary Earth Day bag while supplies last. Since launching the tradition in 2008, H-E-B says it has distributed more than 3.4 million reusable bags.  […]

A Clear Alert has been issued for a missing Bandera man who may be endangered.  According to the Bandera County Sheriff's Office, 64-year-old Brett Walker was last seen around 1 p.m. Monday in the 140 block of Oak Drive in Bandera. Authorities describe Walker as a white male, 5-foot-7, about 195 pounds, with brown hair and brown eyes.  Officials say he has shoulder-length hair with balding on the top and […]