‘Someone has to do it’ | East Texans doing their part in Hill Country Storm recovery

“There’s no two people out here, no two different departments,” Casey Billing said. “It’s all one unit together out here searching for the same cause.” TYLER, Texas — East Texans and volunteers from across the region are stepping up in a big way to support recovery efforts in the flood-ravaged Hill Country. Volunteers are helping … Read more

‘Stay out of flood waters’ | Texas Parks and Wildlife warning about dangers in the water

Floodwaters can remain hazardous for days and may contain harmful bacteria, hidden debris, and powerful currents. KERR COUNTY, Texas — Officials are cautioning folks who may want to get in the water that there may be hidden dangers lurking in the water. Texas Parks and Wildlife wants you to wait to get back in the … Read more

‘I ate my words’ | Kerrville businessman reflects on unimaginable flood damage

River Trail Cottages, a staple in the community for decades, now has several units filled with mud and debris following the destructive July 4th flooding. KERRVILLE, Texas — A Kerrville business located along the Guadalupe River is cleaning up and assessing the damage after floodwaters ripped through the property on the Fourth of July, leaving … Read more

Texas high school senior helps save family from raging floodwaters, finds pet dog safe in washing machine

The high school senior was met with a small miracle when he returned to his home after the water receded and found his dog, alive in the washing machine. HUNT, Texas — On Friday morning, many people had only minutes to escape the raging floodwaters of the Guadalupe River in Hunt — including the Vlasek … Read more

‘We lift each other up with music’: Kerrville honky-tonk reopens after floods

Howdy’s Bar & Chill reopens with karaoke night, offering comfort to a community healing from devastating floods. KERRVILLE, Texas — Wednesday, a familiar sound returned to the banks of the Guadalupe River: music. Just days after devastating floods swept through the Hill Country, Howdy’s Bar & Chill reopened its doors — welcoming the public back … Read more