Save the date: Wednesday, November 18th: In celebration of National Adoption Month, the Child Protection Court of South Texas is hosting a Mass Adoption Day at 9:30 A.M. at the First United Methodist Church in Kerrville, 321 Thompson Drive. This event will finalize adoptions for several children, marking the beginning of new chapters in their lives. For more information on the work of CASA volunteers and to get involved, visit www.hccasa.org. Image from Pinterest

If you have property along the Guadalupe River and tributaries, the Hill Country Alliance is giving away cypress and sycamore trees, native grasses, sedges and other plants this Saturday. The giveaway is from 2 to 6 p.m. at the Trailhead Beer Garden, on the Schreiner Campus in Kerrville. Nick Loveland of the Hill Country Alliance made the announcement at the Kerr County Commissioners Court meeting yesterday. RSVP by today at hillcountryalliance.org.

The Community of the Hill Country yesterday held a press conference at Kerrville ISD regarding the funding of mental health services for Kerr County. According to Austin Dickson, Chief Executive Officer the foundation has committed 6.2 million dollars for the County’s mental health partners for programs to expand mental health care, including school-based counseling, grief support and services for trauma. Kerrville ISD received 780 thousand dollars for their mental health pro

The eligibility of an independent candidate on the general election ballot for the position of Kerr County Commissioner Precinct 2 has been settled. Although Kerr County Commissioner of Precinct 2, Rich Paces retained his seat during the November 3rd election, the question of eligibility of Jeremy Walther as an independent candidate on the ballot for the Commissioner position remained unanswered. Kerr County Judge Rob Kelly in an Administrative Declaration of Candidate Inelig

Fredericksburg Billies Marching Band is state bound. The band recently placed second in the UIL Area Marching Band contest on Saturday in Pflugerville. The state prelims for 4A schools Wednesday at the Alamodome in San Antonio. Uiltexas.org has the schedule.

The Small Business administration has loans for residents in Bandera, Comal, Kendall and Medina to rebuild their homes and businesses. This also includes renters and non-profits. Sabrie Lika tells more: Audio: 17 SEC Cue: sba.gov.

Kerrville may look into a watershed program that could fund riverside clean-up, stabilization of the streambank and property buybacks. According to the Daily Times, The Natural Resources Conservation Service, a program under the Emergency Watershed Protection Program offers technical and financial assistance for mitigation floods projects and erosion. The city would have to contribute 25 percent of constructions costs and ongoing maintenance if they participate. No decision

Boerne Utilities customers will see updated rates for several utility services following recent City Council approval. The new rates are designed to support the long-term reliability of the City's utility systems, address infrastructure needs and more fairly distribute costs among customers. Residents can review the updated rate schedules at the City of Boerne’s website.

𝗙𝗘𝗠𝗔 𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗜𝗩𝗜𝗗𝗨𝗔𝗟 𝗔𝗦𝗦𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗗 𝗙𝗢𝗥 Hill Country counties including, Bandera, Comal, Frio, Gillespie, Kendall, 𝗞𝗘𝗥𝗥, Kimble, Medina and Real. The federal government has approved the State of Texas’ appeal for FEMA Individual Assistance following the July 2026 storms and flooding announced by Governor Abbott on Friday. This approval provides an opportunity for residents impacted by the flooding to receive financial assistance for el

The first annual Trunk or Treat at the Kerr County Animal Control tonight from 6 to 8pm. pet costume contest, treats and more. Rain or Shine. 199 Spur 100, Kerrville.

Early voting today continues in the Hill Country. This week’s hours are from 7am to 7pm, Monday through Friday. Election day is Tuesday, November 3rd. Check your counties websites for your polling location. You must have a photo ID in order to vote.

The City of Kerrville disappointed in FEMA’s decision to deny the State of Texas’ request for Individual Assistance following the devastating storms and flooding in July 2026. The city stated that they remain hopeful that the appeal process will provide an opportunity for FEMA to reconsider its determination and make much-needed assistance available to the individuals and families who need it most.

Governor Greg Abbott and the Texas Division of Emergency Management are reviewing a decision from FEMA not to grant individual assistance or hazard mitigation for counties affected by the July 2026 floods. They are in the process of appealing it, according to a statement from the governor’s office. Under federal guidelines, the state has 30 days from the date of the formal notification to submit additional supporting data and file an official appeal. Disaster recovery experts

A third party to review all evidence seized through search warrants executed in the Camp Mystic criminal probe. Michael Keesler, a retired judge from Dallas County has been assigned the task of reviewing the data starting next week. Senior District Judge Sid Harle made the ruling in a Kerr County courtroom yesterday. According to KXAN, family members and supporters of the 27 girls killed during the July 2025 flood attended the hearing. Along with members of the Eastland fa

Public hearing this morning in Bandera regarding a speed limit drop on Wharton’s Dock. At 10am, Bandera County commissioners will meet on plans to reduce the speed from 45 mph to 35 mph for 2.3 miles on Wharton’s Dock Road. The stretch of road to be considered is from Hwy. 173 S to Rodeo Road.

Save the date: Halloween night. The Ingram Drive through Trunk or Treat from 5 to 9pm. Ingram Volunteer Fire Department, in conjunction with the City of Ingram, is bringing Halloween fun straight to the community with treats.

Street closures in Kerrville today for the Tivy High School homecoming parade. The parade route to include downtown will stage on Hugo Street starting at 5:30 p.m. The parade will turn right from Hugo onto Water Street, go east on Water across Sidney Baker, and will end at the Star at Earl Garrett and Water. Water Street will close from Sidney Baker to Washington Street, and Earl Garrett Street will close from Water Street to Main Street, starting at 5:45 p.m. The parade sta

Grant applications re-opened for the 2026 Flood Rebuilding Grant Program by LiftFund. The program supports eligible small businesses that experienced physical damage from the 2026 floods and is available to qualifying businesses in Kerr County and Comfort. You have until next Friday, Oct. 30th to apply. To review eligibility requirements and apply: visit liftfund.com

Ingram VFD to receive a winter windfall. According to the West Kerr Current, Chief Diana Baccus reported that receipts of about 91 thousand 500 dollars are expected to fill their coffers from FEMA grants and TDEM. The amounts are pending. VFD met with FEMA last week regarding several categories of claims that would replace monies spent on emergency response for the July 2026 flood, plus claims for damages to roads and fences. According to Baccus, FEMA has to set a date for si

Teachers win BIG day thousands of dollars of grants from the Bandera ISD Education Foundation. All campuses were visited by the Foundation yesterday and teachers were awarded over $130 thousand dollars in grants.