Fredericksburg residents and Gillespie County Commissioners urge the City of Fredericksburg to work with the county on developments in the extraterritorial jurisdictions. According to the Standard Radio Post, City Manager Clinton Bailey held several meetings with residents that included Commissioner Precinct 3 Chuck Jenschke, representatives of developments on Hollmig Lane and the Sonoma Oaks Subdivision. Drainage and traffic are main issues.

Texts and emails to and from Kerr County Judge Rob Kelly explain why he was missing from the July 4 th  flood briefings with state officials. According to CBS Texas, Kelly was with his wife who was concerned about looting after their property experienced flooding. He was originally in Austin for the holiday and returned at 10am to Kerrville. Kelly held a press conference at 11:30am and went home afterwards. He indicated to Commissioner Tom Jones at 9pm, he wasn’t able to retu

The City of Kerrville municipal offices and the Butt-Holdsworth Memorial Library will close on Tuesday, in observance of the Veterans Day holiday. The Parks and Recreation office at Kerrville-Schreiner Park will remain open. Regular business hours resume on Wednesday.

Kerr County Animal Control reports the county’s eighth positive case of rabies for this year. A skunk was found in a residential yard in the 300 block of Queen Bee Drive, in the Bumble Bee neighborhood located between Ingram and Hunt. An animal control officer collected the specimen last Friday, which tested positive for the disease.  The family’s pets were exposed to the skunk.  They will have to go through the rabies protocol of quarantine and vaccine boosters if vaccinated

If you’re needing help to navigate the appeal process with FEMA, Texas RioGrande Legal Aid is hosting a free FEMA Appeal Clinic at the Doyle Center, Kerrville next Tuesday. TRLA staff will be on hand to answer questions, assist with FEMA applications and appeals, and provide legal guidance for disaster-related issues. The clinic is from 4 to 7pm.  The Doyle is at 110 West Barnett Street.

Fredericksburg Mayor Pro-Tem has filed for Mayor for the May 2026 election. According to the Standard Radio Post, Emily Kirchner announced her candidacy and her campaign slogan “Leadership that Listens”. Current Mayor Jeryl Hoover will not seek re-election. (Photo: FBG Standard Radio Post)

Fair Oaks Ranch Mayor, Greg Maxton accepts a 10 thousand dollar donation from the 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝗿 𝗢𝗮𝗸𝘀 𝗥𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗵 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗼𝘄𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 (𝗙𝗢𝗥𝗛𝗔). The funds will go toward the City’s 𝗢𝗮𝗸 𝗪𝗶𝗹𝘁 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺 . Oak wilt is a serious disease that threatens the community’s live and red oak trees. FORHA’s gift will provide additional reimbursement opportunities for residents who take action to prevent or treat oak wilt on their properties. For informat

Boerne woman arrested for vandalism. According to the Boerne Star, Claire Breitzeutz, 52 was arrested by Boerne Police last Tuesday and was charged with 3 counts of criminal mischief. Breitzeutz was caught on surveillance from 2 locations breaking windows on Main Street.

Governor Greg Abbott launched his campaign seeking his 4 th term as Texas Governor. Abbott launched it yesterday in Houston according to the Texas Tribune.

A reminder that tomorrow is Veterans Day, a National holiday. Government offices are closed. No mail to be delivered. Banks are closed. Offices will reopen on Wednesday.

The National Museum of the Pacific War is hosting a Veterans Day commemoration ceremony on Tuesday at 11 a.m. The event will take place in the museum’s memorial courtyard. Brigadier General Kevin Jarrad, Commanding General of the 4 th  Marine Division is the guest speaker.

Salvation Army Kerrville Kroc Center releases fundraisers total. The 38 th Annual Circle of Service raised almost 48 thousand dollars at the September luncheon. In October, the 15 th  Annual Pumpkin Run raised almost 43 hundred dollars.

Mike Allen throws his hat into the ring for Kerr County Commissioner Precinct 2. Rich Paces, current commissioner is running for re-election. (photo: M Allen's FB)

Semper Fidelis – Today is the 250 th birthday of the United States Marine Corps. Governor Abbott will deliver a speech at a cake cutting ceremony today at noon at the State Capitol. Joining the Governor are USMC Colonel Chris Chase, USMC Retired Colonel Joe McPhail, Texas Veterans Commission Secretary and Marine veteran Chuck Wright, Round Rock High School JROTC Marine Color Guard, and singer Monty Warden.

Heart of the Hills Camp for Girls in Hunt has new ownership. According to the camp’s website hohcamp.com trusteeship has passed from the Ragsdale family to Elisabeth and John Hay, camp parents. Camp Director and Owner Jane Ragsdale died during the July 4 th  flood.   John (Chief #78) is a longtime Stewart camper and the Hay children have attended camp at Heart of the Hills and Stewart. The Hay’s are moving the camp to a new location on the North Fork of the Guadalupe, center

Invasive pests, solar panels and international water treaties were among the topics reviewed by the Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) Resolutions Committee earlier this week in Waco. The TFB reviewed and consolidated more than 180 resolutions. On the topic of solar panels in Texas, the committee discussed the growing impact on farmland. Members supported a resolution encouraging the use of agrivoltaics—dual-use systems that allow for energy generation while maintaining agricultural pro

Bandera woman completes the Appalachian Trail. According to the Bandera Prophet, Corinne McMullan walked the 2100 mile trek along the ridge of the Appalachian Mountains. I took her over 4 months to complete the journey.

Veterans Day dance at American Legion  Post 244 is Saturday from 7-10 p.m in Fredericksburg. The dance is at the American Legion Hall 726 S. Washington St.

Hot Tax grant request applications are now being accepted in Fredericksburg. Entities that received funding in 2025 are required to submit an Annual Financial Report by Friday, Nov. 21, which is the application deadline. Funding is for events happening in calendar year 2026. Once received, the City Council, City staff and the Convention and Visitor Bureau will review the applications to ensure completeness and suitability based on state law requirements. On January 13 The Cit

Fair Oaks Ranch is closing City Hall on Tuesday for Veteran’s Day. Normal business hours will resume on Wednesday.