Gov. Abbott shares remarks during tribute concert in Kerrville

Victims of 2025’s Hill Country Flood will be remembered throughout the Fourth of July holiday in Kerr County.

At the Kerrville Cross, the Hill Country Flood Memorial Wall was dedicated Friday morning as a place for remembrance and reflection, with plans for future additions as more funds are raised.

One year after the devastating Hill Country flood that claimed more than 130 lives, Kerr County is preparing to remember the victims while continuing to rebuild and push for changes aimed at preventing another tragedy.

A snapshot of how people, businesses have recovered over the last 12 months

With the Fourth of July approaching, a bunch of events taking place in the Hill Country will honor the lives lost in last year’s floods as well as celebrate America’s 250th birthday.

Crider’s dance hall is back. Homes are rebuilt. Kids swim in the river. But there’s also deep grief after the river killed 119 people and traumatized more.

Kerr County commissioners discussed flood warning system agreements during a Tuesday morning meeting, weeks after the county became the first in Texas to install and test new state-funded flash flood warning sirens and sensors under Senate Bill 3.

As Texas counties have faced hurdles to curb the rapid growth of data center developments, cities could have more success with banning them through their zoning laws, land experts say.

The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country has spent $82 million on overall recovery since July 4, 2025. Forty-three percent of that total has been spent getting flood survivors into temporary and, eventually, permanent housing.

A year into recovery efforts in west Kerr County, many families are still waiting for permanent housing, rent help and access to resources, according to Hill Country organizations working with survivors.

The City of Kerrville named Assistant Police Chief Jerel Haley as its new police chief, according to a news release.

During the floods on the Fourth of July last year, experts say the Guadalupe River lost as much as half of the overall green material in the riparian area.

The Community Foundation has allocated $5 million in grants to 15 nonprofits and pledged an additional $10 million over two years to support long-term mental health recovery following the Hill Country flood.

Kerrville Police Chief Chris McCall will retire next month after leading the department since 2020, according to a city news release.

Jellystone Park on the Guadalupe River has reopened its riverfront after last summer’s devastating floods tore through the Hill Country.

A Code Red Alert has been issued for a man considered “armed and dangerous,” according to the Kerr County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO).

A state lawmaker suggested a scenario in which Camp Mystic could open, but without the Eastland family involved in running the business during the second open meeting on Tuesday in Austin.

The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country announced $14 million worth of grants on Thursday to a variety of projects to restore areas along the Guadalupe River.

The Kerrville Police Department is searching for a missing 65-year-old woman who was last seen Wednesday afternoon.

William B. “Dub” Thomas is set to retire after 11 years as Kerr County’s emergency management coordinator.

Soccer with professionals, clubhouse for adults, new Kerrville playground, performing arts & more

The benefit concert in Kerrville featuring “Forrest Gump” actor Gary Sinise has been called off.

Opening its final season before joining the NCAA, Schreiner flag football defeated Texas Southern 19-6 on Saturday.

Zayne Boggs, a 17-year-old student at Hill Country High, said he was skateboarding home from school last week when he lost his balance and collided with the side of a Kerrville ISD bus.

The family of Cecilia “Cile” Steward, the only child still missing after the deadly flood at Camp Mystic, has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the camp.

Lesa Baird spends a lot of her day cuddled up with her best friend, her cat Ella. The two were inseparable before the July 4 floods in the Hill Country, but now they are more connected than ever.

A 17-year-old boy was injured after being struck by a Kerrville Independent School District bus last week, according to a Texas Department of Transportation report.

More than two dozen people from around the community met Tuesday at the Hunt Volunteer Fire Department to share the news of a check presentation.

The Kerrville Police Department said a 35-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a woman’s disappearance that prompted a CLEAR Alert Tuesday morning.

“Forrest Gump” actor Gary Sinise plans to hold a special benefit concert in Kerrville later this year.

The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has issued a CLEAR Alert for a missing woman last seen on Sunday night.

Habitat for Humanity Kerr County giving ten flood victims a new home. They are currently repairing a total of 50 homes.

In Kerr County, the July 4 flood is expected to quadruple serious emotional disturbances in children and more than triple adult PTSD cases this year.

Schreiner University has added another sport to its growing list of women’s athletic programs.

Although freezing rain and sleet have moved away from South Central Texas, the overnight conditions resulted in significant ice accumulation.

KSAT is providing the latest on weather, traffic, power outages and more in and around San Antonio during this weekend’s wintry weather.

The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country said trauma-related symptoms following the Fourth of July floods are likely to intensify and continue for years without assistance.

TxDOT told KSAT that maintenance crews will begin pretreating roadways Thursday morning, focusing first on the Hill Country — including Kerrville and Boerne — and on northern parts of San Antonio.

For Kerrville native Nancy Alford, returning to help after the Hill Country floods has been emotional and meaningful.

Texas Department of Transportation officials are seeking public input on which major road projects should be prioritized in rural counties outside Bexar County over the next several years.

Hundreds of newly released messages add more detail to the devastating timeline of the deadly floods.

The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country is announcing a new small-business initiative for the Kerrville region and providing a six-month recovery update on the July 4 floods on Tuesday morning.

Kerr County Commissioners held a meeting on Monday morning to discuss several topics, including the implementation of an outdoor flood warning system.

Another year came and went in the blink of an eye. 2025 was memorable for many reasons, including heavy rainfall, a worsening drought, beautiful Northern Lights displays and even more snow.

Along the Guadalupe River, one man is trying to turn a piece of land into a place of remembrance.

The county where more than 100 died in July floods wants to quickly build a $5 million flood warning system.

Habitat for Humanity Kerr County is hoping to have some families in new homes by the end of the year, but they face some delays.

The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country held a workshop on Monday at the Arcadia Live Theater in Kerrville to update nonprofit leaders and local stakeholders on the ongoing flood recovery from the July 4 disaster.

Amid catastrophic flooding and cries for help on the morning of July 4, newly released 911 calls reveal Kerr County dispatchers remaining calm and steady-handed, while several community members were attempting to help their neighbors.

The Kerrville Police Department has released the 911 calls from the catastrophic July 4 floods in the Hill Country.

Nearly six months after the July 4 flood that swamped parts of Kerr County, families and business owners say recovery is moving too slowly, even after the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country announced it had raised $100 million from donors around the world.

Mental health experts expect the July 4 floods have resulted in post-traumatic stress disorder, unhealthy hypervigilance and recurring thoughts on disasters among campers.

Four months after devastating July 4 flooding damaged its facility, the Dietert Center in Kerrville has reopened its doors thanks to an outpouring of community volunteers and support.

On Monday morning, hours before Light on the Hill began distributing food to families, a line of cars that stretched a mile long started lining up as early as midnight.

Individuals claiming to be from Texas A&M are going door-to-door asking residents to shoot deer in their yard, according to a social media post from KPD.

Kerr County commissioners met on Monday to discuss several community-related topics, including a new study regarding flood impacts.

The City of Kerrville said it is working to remove crosswalk art from three well-trafficked intersections after Governor Greg Abbott threatened to withhold funding from any Texas city who doesn’t comply with the order.

Kerr County commissioners met Tuesday to discuss ongoing flood recovery efforts and the status of implementing a flood warning system.

Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick said Camp Mystic leaders would be invited to testify before the committees, as part of what Speaker Dustin Burrows said would be a “comprehensive and thorough review.”

The stretch of the River Trail between the Camp Meeting Creek bridge and the Francisco Lemos Street bridge is now open for the first time since the deadly Fourth of July flood in Kerrville.

Kerrville Parks and Recreation Department announced that certain areas will reopen to the public next week, just more than three months after the deadly Fourth of July flooding.

1011 Bistro co-owner Tomas Valdes said his Kerrville restaurant, which has been open since 2012, is set to close permanently.

The flood damage forced the Kerrville VFW Post to gut its facility completely. Four feet of interior walls and contents were lost, including the kitchen and bar.

The Kerrville City Council approved raising the property tax rate by nearly 8% on Tuesday night.

Camp Mystic plans to reopen next summer near the site where 27 girls and counselors died in a July flood.

Kerr County Commissioners Court met on Monday to discuss continued flood recovery efforts and several community items.

The Kerr County Commissioners Court met on Monday to discuss flood recovery efforts, the city’s budget and community and public items.

Spurs Sports & Entertainment joined over 30 other teams to host ‘Sport for Healing Fest,' bringing in more than 2,000 families to play sports and have access to counselors.

Help for the Hill Country is coming from halfway across the country.

The families of 12 Hill Country flood victims have been added to the lawsuit against a Hill Country campground.

The City of Kerrville’s Economic Improvement Corporation is expected to meet on Monday to discuss the city’s continued response to the floods on the Fourth of July.

After an RV Park lost 28 trailers in severe flooding on July 4th, a local musician stepped in to help the owners get back on their feet.

Hill Country and Central Texas homeowners, renters and businesses have two weeks left to request federal assistance after the catastrophic floods in July.

Two disaster recovery centers (DRCs) in Kerr County will close briefly before reopening early next week; however, officials are sending mixed signals on the closures.

The new plan is a mid-tier, Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) option available to employees and their families.

The Kerrville Police Department is warning locals of potential scam texts in the area.

The Kerrville City Council approved its fiscal year 2026 budget on Tuesday night, but one big question remains unanswered: Will the property tax rate increase in Kerrville?

The Kerr County Commissioners’ Court unanimously approved a motion on Monday to reappoint the President and Treasurer of the county’s Emergency Services District (ESD) #4.

Ongoing cleanup from deadly July 4 flooding and a looming vote to adopt a proposed budget were topics of conversation during a short Kerr County commissioners meeting Tuesday morning.

Senate Bill 10 seeks to limit the growth of property tax rates after a disaster. One expert argues, however, the bill fails to meaningfully reform the process because it is written too loosely.

KSAT Sports photojournalist Adam Barraza headed to the Texas Hill Country for the latest installment of the BGC Road Trip.

In an emotional home opener Friday night, Tivy High School’s football team and the Kerrville community came together to honor the 117 lives lost in July’s devastating flood. A traditional Friday night football game turned into a powerful tribute to both victims and first responders.

Small business owners in Kerrville, Ingram struggle to get back on their feet, facing up to millions of dollars in rebuilds

Last week, the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country announced $40 million of its donations would be going toward housing for the people whose homes were affected during the floods. Now, KSAT is finding out how that's being distributed.

Adrian Wollney owns Riverhills Automotive Services Center in Kerrville and has recently invested in a mobile garage truck. The mobile unit was helpful on July 4 when the Guadalupe River flooded.

The Upper Guadalupe River Authority hosted its first scheduled board meeting with public comment since the Hill Country floods.

More than 560,000 cubic yards of debris have been collected in the Hill Country, according to Kerrville officials.

Kerrville first responders and other city employees are dealing with changes that will increase their monthly payment toward insurance for themselves and their families.

In this week’s episode, Matthew and Eleanor talk to Texas Tribune climate reporter Emily Foxhall about the emotional pleas Camp Mystic parents made to state lawmakers and analyze the proposed new laws in response to the Kerrville floods.

Kerr County residents and business owners will ask leaders to take steps towards restoring recreational activities on Ingram Lake and the Guadalupe River on Monday.

The county said 411,059 cubic yards would be enough to fill 32 football fields with over six feet of storm debris.

KSAT reporter Avery Everett spoke one-on-one with Gov. Abbott about the current special session.

Senate Bill 10 would close a lever actively being considered to fund disaster recovery from the Hill Country Floods

The Kerrville Police Department is investigating an animal cruelty case after a cat was shot with a pellet gun on Friday evening.

After the July 4 floods in the Hill Country, one woman did something unique with the leftover debris — she repurposed it. And now, it’s paying off.

Here’s where the proposed laws to address camp safety, flood warnings and emergency response stand in the Legislature.

The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country has a four-pronged recovery plan: rebuilding homes, supporting mental health, economic recovery, and reviving the area’s quality of life.

The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country has committed $40 million to a housing fund to help people displaced by the July 4 floods.

Kerrville City Council unanimously voted to move through public hearings with a tax rate of 57.11 cents per $100 of assessed property value.