Kerrville man loses home in devastating Texas flood but gains hope through community support

Daniel Olivas finds faith in community support after losing his Kerrville home to Guadalupe River flooding. KERRVILLE, Texas — When catastrophic flooding from the Guadalupe River tore through Kerrville, Daniel Olivas lost his home—but found a deeper sense of faith in the people around him.  The UTEP graduate from El Paso Daniel says the love … Read more

‘Never give up’: Kerrville man on mission to sharpen chainsaw blades for free after Hill Country flooding

Bob Cordes has sharpened more than 300 chainsaw blades so far, proving crucial for first responders as they press on with search and recovery efforts. KERRVILLE, Texas — When catastrophic flooding struck the Hill Country on July Fourth, one Kerrville man began working around the clock, sharpening chainsaw blades free of charge for first responders … Read more

Aftermath of deadly Texas Hill Country floods prompts response from statewide emergency task force

When communities are overwhelmed after disaster strikes, the Texas Emergency Medical Task Force is called in. SAN ANTONIO — As the water began to rise at the Guadalupe River on the Fourth of July, first responders stepped into action. The medical need quickly rose from a local response to a statewide call for help. First … Read more

Central Texas flood victims can report damage by phone or online through Individual State of Texas Assessment Tool

Texas officials assessing flood damage are urging residents to use iSTAT survey for help tracking damage to property caused by flooding. AUSTIN, Texas — Emergency management officials throughout Central Texas are still assessing the damages of the deadly flooding across the region over the Independence Day Weekend. Much of the damage is to homes, businesses … Read more

Body of 8-year-old Bellville cowgirl who loved rodeo being escorted home from Kerrville today

Virginia “Ginny” Hollis was at Camp Mystic when the July 4 flood killed more than two dozen campers, counselors and the co-owner. BELLVILLE, Texas — Another Camp Mystic camper from the Greater Houston area will be escorted home to Bellville today by law enforcement agencies from that area.  The body of 8-year-old Virginia “Ginny” Hollis … Read more

Body of 8-year-old Bellville cowgirl who loved rodeo escorted home from Kerrville today

Virginia “Ginny” Hollis was at Camp Mystic when the July 4 flood killed more than two dozen campers, counselors and the co-owner. BELLVILLE, Texas — Another Camp Mystic camper from the Greater Houston was escorted home to Bellville today by law enforcement agencies from that area.  The body of 8-year-old Virginia “Ginny” Hollis was found … Read more

Body of 8-year-old Bellville cowgirl who loved her horse and the Astros escorted home from Kerrville today

Virginia “Ginny” Hollis was at Camp Mystic when the July 4 flood killed more than two dozen campers, counselors and the co-owner. BELLVILLE, Texas — Another Camp Mystic camper from the Greater Houston area was escorted home to Bellville Wednesday by law enforcement agencies from that area.  The body of 8-year-old Virginia “Ginny” Hollis was … Read more