A new resolution in Kerr County in the fight against Battery Energy Storage Systems. The Commissioners Court unanimously approved the resolution requiring BESS developers to submit full documentation demonstrating compliance with all applicable state or national safety and fire codes and standards and all laws and orders pertaining to critical infrastructure security for the court's approval prior to initiating construction. The commissioners also unanimously approved contra

Have you ever wondered why your auto or home insurance has been declined, canceled or not renewed? A new Texas law requires insurance companies to tell you in writing the reason or reasons. HB 2067 went into effect January 1 st .

The Nebo Mountain Fire in Gillespie County impact estimated at 1160 acres, lies primarily between Exxon Road and Legion Creek Road in the northern part of the County. Ground crews patrolled containment lines and targeted hotspots. No fire spread outside containment lines and major areas of concern was reported. Local crews monitored the area performing mop-up duties. No evacuations were ordered. No injuries have been reported. Only two outbuildings were reported lost. The

Texas exported $6.4 billion in agricultural goods to Mexico and Canada in 2025 according to data released by the nonprofit organization Farmers For Free Trade. For example, in 2024, Texas exported more than 250 million dollars in fresh fruit to Canada, compared with less than 1 million to the rest of the world, per FFT data. The three countries must meet July 1 to review the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement's future. What is at stake in 2026, is duty-free access and pred

The first Bandera County Fair is in the planning stages. Local students were asked to design the logo. The top five winners in the Logo Contest were named in an award ceremony recently. June Flowers designed the winning logo. The Bandera County Fair, a four-day event at Mansfield Park, will include carnival rides, exhibits, live music and more.

State Representative Wes Virdell pushes back on Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick’s call to not renew the license for Camp Mystic for this summer. Patrick sent a letter to the Department of State Health Services urging DSHS to not renew the license which expires March 6th. Camp Mystic has until March 31 st to renew. In a social media post, Virdell wrote: The camp is not reopening the same cabins that were in the flood. Also, the camp was hit with an unprecedented flood th

St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Fredericksburg has their Lenten Fish Fry Friday. The dinner is from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at St. Joseph’s Halle, 212 W. San Antonio, St.

U.S. Coast Guard Petty Officer 3rd Class Scott Ruskan, who saved over 160 people at Camp Mystic in Texas was honored by President Donald Trump during his State of the Union address. Ruskan was awarded the Legion of Merit medal, for military members for exceptional conduct.

3 teenagers and one adult are in custody for the capital murder of a New Braunfels teen, 16 years old that took place on Thursday, February 20th. The incident occurred at a residence off Sangerhalle Road. The investigation is ongoing.

Bandera’s Frontier Times Museum Spring Break activities are March 9 th through the 13 th . The Museum is celebrating with America’s 250 th birthday with horses, sheep and birds, Oh My. And daily covered wagon rides. For the full schedule visit frontiertimesmuseum.org .

Kerrville City Council adopted a resolution cancelling the General Election in May. Joe Herring, Councilmember Place 3 Kent McKinney and the only person filing for Place 4, Crystal Smith will take office during a swearing in ceremony May 12 during a special called City Council Meeting.

Burnet County and the City of Burnet are joining together to form a 391 commission against the 765KV transmission lines expected to go through their area. According to the Daily Tribune, property owners would be impacted with eminent domain, reduced property values, 200 to 330 foot eastments and 15 to 18 story towers with the highest voltage powerlines ever to be built in Texas. The commission’s name is the Burnet County Highland Lakes Sub-Regional Planning Commission. Build

Boerne’s Top Dispatcher of the Year is Stephen Scott. Boerne dispatch serves all public safety organizations in Kendall County, including seven fire departments, EMS, the Kendall County Sheriff’s Office, Fair Oaks Ranch Police, and Boerne Police.

If you want to be a part of a longstanding tradition in the Hill Country, The Kerrville Folk Festival Foundation has five open Board seats this spring. Foundation Members may submit nominations through 1:59pm on Thursday. If you know someone with experience in financial management, fundraising, nonprofit leadership, or deep roots in our music community, now is the time to nominate them. Details and rules are available at: https://www.kerrvillefolkfestival.org/board-of-direc

The Texas Hill Country Senior Softball League has Sign-Ups, open practice and skill assessments today from 6 to 8pm. Meet up at the Kerrville Sports Complex. For fees and requirements visit thcssl.org .

Expect multiple traffic delays from various projects this week in Fair Oaks Ranch. To safely remove a tree on Fair Oaks Parkway, crews will be implementing a temporary traffic shift today and tomorrow. Traffic Flow for Fair Oaks Parkway between Oakview Pass and Pope Crossing will have two-way traffic on one side of the street. Also expect alternating Lane Closures on Dietz-Elkhorn from Preakness Lane to Ralph Fair Road through Friday. Also, crews are adding a left-turn lane

Suspicious package in Fredericksburg brings in the San Antonio PD bomb squad yesterday afternoon. Police activity closed off – Creek Street and South Adams Street. The Fredericksburg Police Department responded to a report of a suspicious package around 2pm in the area. Evacuations were conducted of area businesses and residents. The San Antonio Police Bomb Squad arrived, evaluated the situation and issued an ‘all clear after a few hours”. This is the second bomb incident

Save the date: The Tivy Winter Ensemble Showcase is Friday, March 13 th 6pm at the Schreiner Event Center. Activities include Winterguard Performance, an indoor drumline performance and silent auction.

Fatality accident in Gillespie County Sunday night. At approximately 10:45 p.m., Texas DPS Troopers responded to a fatal two-vehicle crash on US-87 North near Cherry Mountain Loop. Preliminary investigation indicates that a Chevrolet Silverado was traveling northbound on US-87 when the driver failed to maintain a single lane and struck the driver-side mirror of a Ford F-550 who was also traveling northbound. The Silverado lost control, left the roadway, and rolled over. The

Kerr County Engineer central to the details regarding the July 4 th floods passes away. According to an official statement from Kerr County regarding the passing away of Charlie Hastings, “During the July 4 flood disaster and its aftermath, Charlie was an invaluable resource and uplifting presence on our emergency response team, working tirelessly to serve the people of Kerr County when they needed him most. He embodied the very best of what we hope for in our public servant