East Point Energy is officially calling off their plans for a BESS facility in Comfort.  The company states 'shifting strategic priorities.' State Representative Ellen Troxclair shared the following update about the Battery Energy Storage System (BESS).  Troxclair said “This was a team effort, led by a united community. We consistently demonstrated to anyone who would listen that this small rural town, with a volunteer fire department, limited water, and no egress, was an uns

Sign up for the STEM Solutions Showcase at the Science Mill on Friday. For more details and times visit sciencemill.org .

Kronkosky Foundation staff member joins the winners list of the San Antonio Business Journal 40 under 40. Julie Bedingfield, Vice President of Community Engagement. The award ceremony is in March. On last year’s winner’s list of 40 under 40 was Kerrville’s City Manager, Dalton Rice.

Farewell reception for outgoing Kerrville City Attorney, Mike Hayes took place prior to yesterday’s City Council meeting. Hayes replacement William Tatsch was caught up to speed during executive session including litigation pertaining to the July 4 th flood.  Hayes last day is Monday, February 2nd. Hayes and his wife are moving closer to family.

Once again, the Gillespie County Republican Party has voted to hand count their upcoming Primary Election. Gillespie needs hand counters to join this community endeavor. Training is free. Contact the Fredericksburg Tea Party for training dates and locations at fredericksburgteaparty.org .

Kendall County lifts their Burn Ban. For additional outdoor burning information visit Kendallcountytx.gov

Bandera County lifts their burn ban. Before you light it up, remember: safety is still the priority. Mind the wind, keep a water source handy, and stay with your fire until it’s completely out.  Register your burn ban online. Visit banderacounty.org for more information.

Kerr County Cert Open House is this Saturday 10am to noon.  Kerr County Community Emergency Response Team or (CERT) is recruiting new squad members. The meeting is in the Sheriff’s Office Training Room, 400 Clearwater Paseo Drive. Applications available on the Kerr County Website.

Winter Storm Fern has left the building. Hill Country government operations and school districts are returning to normal business hours today.

BISD schools and offices will resume as normal tomorrow, Tuesday, Jan. 27. We hope you enjoyed your ice day experience! Please remember to dress warmly for the chilly temperatures expected tomorrow morning. Stay safe, and we’ll see you in the morning!

The City of Kerrville will resume regular business hours on Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026 , at all city-operated facilities, with the exception of the Scott Schreiner Municipal Golf Course, which will remain closed.   An Arctic front continues to bring overnight temperatures in the teens and low 20s; however, conditions are expected to improve significantly throughout the day Tuesday.   While city operations will reopen, most area school districts across Kerr County will remain clos

Out of an abundance of caution, Fredericksburg ISD will be closed Tuesday, January 27, 2026. Roadways remain wet and could refreeze overnight, particularly in areas outside city limits. While some locations may appear clear, conditions can vary across the community. This decision helps reduce traffic during early morning hours and supports local law enforcement and emergency personnel as they continue public safety operations. We will continue to work with city, county, and e

Out of an abundance of caution, all Ingram ISD campuses and district offices will be closed on Tuesday, Jan. 27.We plan to return to normal operations on Wednesday, January 28.Families should continue to monitor the Ingram ISD website, social media, and local media outlets for updates.

City of Fredericksburg Trash Collection On Monday The City’s Sanitation Department attempted to collect trash for Monday customers on a delayed schedule; however, road conditions were deemed unsafe. Collection for both Monday and Tuesday customers will begin on Tuesday as soon as conditions improve and it is safe to proceed.

City of Fredericksburg buildings, facilities and offices will open at 1 p.m. on Tuesday. Gillespie County facilities will be closed until 1 p.m. on Tuesday. The Commissioners' Court meeting scheduled for 9 a.m. has been canceled and will be rescheduled for Monday, Feb. 2 at 9 a.m. Fredericksburg ISD is closed on Tuesday, Jan. 27. Many businesses in the area have altered hours of operation, so please call ahead to check availability if you must leave your home to reach a busin

Kerrville, Texas — Kerrville Independent School District (KISD) announced today that all district campuses and District Offices will remain closed on Tuesday, January 27, 2026. While certain roadways within the community have shown improvement, many areas remain icy and wet. Additionally, extremely low temperatures are forecast through tonight and into Tuesday morning. Refreezing is expected and may produce hazardous travel conditions during early morning commutes. Updates re

Due to continued hazardous road conditions, Johnson City ISD will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, January 27th. All athletic events and extracurricular activities scheduled for tomorrow have also been postponed. At this time, we plan to resume classes on Wednesday, January 28th. We will continue to monitor conditions and will provide updates as needed. Thank you for your patience and understanding. Please stay safe and warm.

The City of Bandera and Bandera County Offices are closed today. Please plan accordingly and continue to use caution if traveling. #banderacounty   #cityofbandera   #officeclosures   #StayHomeStaySafe   #hillcountrywinter   #icyroads   #ranchradiomarketinggroup

City Offices Closed Monday, Jan. 26, Due to Extreme Ice and Cold Did someone mention Kerrville? Think they meant Brrrrville! City crews continue 24/7 operations re-treating streets and bridges with de-icing agents and gravel to reduce roadway hazards. Winter Storm Fern is expected to bring continued icy conditions over the next several days. Due to current forecasts, the City of Kerrville is sharing the following closures, service impacts, and community updates for Monday, Ja

𝗖𝗟𝗢𝗦𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗘 * Due to the extreme winter storm, Kerr County, Texas, offices will be 𝗖𝗟𝗢𝗦𝗘𝗗 on Monday, Jan. 26. This includes offices in the: • Kerr County Courthouse, 700 Main Street, Kerrville, • Allie Burton Annex, 550 Earl Garrett Street, Kerrville • West Kerr County Courthouse Annex, 510 College Street, Ingram. Emergency services will continue without interruption. 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘁 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝘁𝗽𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗱 - The Kerr County Commissioners' Court regular session or