Kerr County
Coverage of Kerr County in the Nexus archive.
- Kerrville restaurant owners reflect one year later
Kerrville restaurant owners are reflecting on the impact of last year's deadly floods in Kerr County, which claimed nearly 120 lives. The Fourth of July in the region this year combined solemn remembrance with celebratory elements.
- Camp La Junta counselor recounts efforts to protect campers during Independence Day Floods
Camp La Junta, located on the Guadalupe River in Kerr County, experienced severe flooding during Independence Day. Counselor Thompson White, who had been in the role for five days, described efforts to protect campers during the disaster.
- Kerr County has new flood sirens, but the activation plan is a ‘work in progress’
Kerr County has installed new flood sirens, but the plan to activate them remains incomplete. The county is assessing progress a year after a 2025 flood that killed over 100 people, prompting promises of changes.
- One year after Kerr County floods, grants help families heal beyond the damage
One year after devastating flooding in Kerr County, families continue to rebuild their lives physically and emotionally with the aid of grants.
- One year after Texas Hill Country floods, UGRA and Kerr County roll out flood warning system
One year after Texas Hill Country floods, UGRA and Kerr County have introduced a new flood warning system. Central Texas residents received an update on the system, though questions remain about its responsibility.
- Kerr County warns $1.25 million siren grant is likely 'insufficient'
Kerr County received a $1 million grant to fund sirens, but warns the total $1.25 million allocated is likely insufficient. The grant was awarded on Dec. 16, according to public records obtained by KXAN Investigates.
- One year after Kerr County flood, families rebuild and a community steps up
The one-year anniversary of the deadly July 4, 2025 flood in Kerr County is approaching, with visible signs of recovery and personal efforts by families to rebuild, supported by the local community.
- Texas Lawmakers Repeatedly Failed to Pass Legislation That Could Have Protected Residents From Deadly Floods
Texas lawmakers failed to pass legislation that could have protected residents from deadly floods, despite repeated warnings and opportunities to curb development in high-risk areas. At least 137 people died in the July 4 tragedy, with most staying in places identified as being at risk for flooding. The state's inability to pass protective legislation has been criticized by experts.
- Camp Mystic pulls plan to reopen this summer after backlash from grieving families
Camp Mystic has canceled its plan to reopen for the summer 2026 season after backlash from grieving families and lawmakers following a catastrophic flood that killed 27 people, including 25 campers and two counselors. The decision follows a tearful apology by the director, who died during rescue efforts, and criticism over the camp's safety and emergency response protocols.