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Texas Senate Democrats walk out over flood relief delay, criticize Gov. Abbott’s redistricting focus
Read full article: Texas Senate Democrats walk out over flood relief delay, criticize Gov. Abbott’s redistricting focusIn a dramatic turn of events, Texas Senate Democrats staged a walkout on Tuesday, challenging Governor Greg Abbott’s decision to prioritize redistricting over urgent flood relief for the state’s devastated communities.
‘Forever engraved in our hearts’: Names officially released of those who died in July 4th Guadalupe River flood
Read full article: ‘Forever engraved in our hearts’: Names officially released of those who died in July 4th Guadalupe River floodThe Texas Rangers have formally released the names of those who died and the two who still remain missing after the devastating July 4 flood event on the Guadalupe River in Kerr County.
Al Roker joins Hill Country Flood recovery efforts as part of ‘Lend a Hand’ series
Read full article: Al Roker joins Hill Country Flood recovery efforts as part of ‘Lend a Hand’ seriesThe series looks to shine a light on recovery efforts and the inspiring stories of hope. KPRC 2's Re'Chelle Turner is in Texas Hill Country and spoke with Roker to learn more.
Houston dive teams among the nationwide effort to find remaining missing in Texas Hill Country flood
Read full article: Houston dive teams among the nationwide effort to find remaining missing in Texas Hill Country floodElite Houston dive teams are in the Texas Hill Country using rare underwater sonar to search 127 miles of the Guadalupe River for the final two victims of the deadly July 4 flood.
One month after Texas Hill Country floods: A community remembers, rebuilds, finds hope
Read full article: One month after Texas Hill Country floods: A community remembers, rebuilds, finds hopeMonday marks one month since devastating floods swept through the Texas Hill Country on July 4, claiming at least 135 lives. Two people are still missing.
Helping kids return to school after trauma: Community grieves together
Read full article: Helping kids return to school after trauma: Community grieves togetherIn the aftermath of the Hill Country floods, communities are collectively grieving, and parents face the challenge of helping children return to school while managing their trauma.
‘Nobody came’: Flood survivors ask Texas lawmakers for better response efforts at committee hearing
Read full article: ‘Nobody came’: Flood survivors ask Texas lawmakers for better response efforts at committee hearingOn July 31, Texas lawmakers listened to local leaders, survivor testimonies, and experts in Kerrville at a state committee hearing to address flood response after the Hill Country Floods.
FEMA announces billion-dollar funding to boost state disaster readiness and security; here’s how it works
Read full article: FEMA announces billion-dollar funding to boost state disaster readiness and security; here’s how it worksPresident Trump has been clear: States will be empowered and responsible for managing disaster response and protecting their communities,” said Senior Official Performing the Duties of the FEMA Administrator David Richardson.
In Kerr County, some summer camps are reopening after the devastating July 4 flood
Read full article: In Kerr County, some summer camps are reopening after the devastating July 4 floodAt least two summer camps in the Texas Hill Country have invited campers back after sustaining little to no damage from the flood. Other camps are still combing through the rubble.
‘Fourth of July is not over for me:’ Volunteers remain committed to rebuilding weeks after Texas Hill Country floods
Read full article: ‘Fourth of July is not over for me:’ Volunteers remain committed to rebuilding weeks after Texas Hill Country floodsAs you drive across Kerr County, it’s hard to miss the many trees ravaged by raging floodwaters. That's why community members remain dedicated to rebuilding from the devastation.
Kingwood community gathers to honor Wilson family lost in Hill Country flooding
Read full article: Kingwood community gathers to honor Wilson family lost in Hill Country floodingThe Kingwood community is mourning the loss of the Wilson family, who tragically died in the Texas Hill Country flooding. Funeral services for Jeff, Amber, and their son Shiloh, a promising rodeo competitor, are being held at the Humble Civic Center.
Volunteers needed urgently at Houston Humane Society following Texas Hill Country flood rescues
Read full article: Volunteers needed urgently at Houston Humane Society following Texas Hill Country flood rescuesThe Houston Humane Society is urgently seeking volunteers after taking in 43 dogs displaced by recent flooding in the Texas Hill Country, exacerbating the already full shelter's resource strain.
River Oaks community remembers 4 members of the Burgess family killed in Hill Country floods
Read full article: River Oaks community remembers 4 members of the Burgess family killed in Hill Country floodsHundreds gathered at St. John the Divine Episcopal Church in River Oaks on Thursday to celebrate the lives of four Burgess family members who died in the devastating Hill Country floods earlier this month.
‘Power of community’: Pat Green raises over $1 million with livestream concert to benefit Hill Country flood victims
Read full article: ‘Power of community’: Pat Green raises over $1 million with livestream concert to benefit Hill Country flood victimsTexas country music star Pat Green hosted a livestream concert to benefit those impacted by the Hill Country floods in Central Texas.
Bellville honors 8-year-old Virginia Hollis with heartfelt tribute after Hill Country floods
Read full article: Bellville honors 8-year-old Virginia Hollis with heartfelt tribute after Hill Country floodsThe small town of Bellville came together to honor the life of 8-year-old Virginia Hollis, who tragically died in the recent Hill Country floods.
Texas football players wear tie with initials of Camp Mystic flood victims at SEC Media Days
Read full article: Texas football players wear tie with initials of Camp Mystic flood victims at SEC Media DaysAmong the excitement and pageantry of the annual SEC Media Days conference in Atlanta, football players at the University of Texas used their platform to show support to the victims of the devastating Hill Country floods.
‘We just want to bring them home’: Montgomery Co. based group brings cadaver dogs to Kerr County
Read full article: ‘We just want to bring them home’: Montgomery Co. based group brings cadaver dogs to Kerr CountySpecial K9 Inc., a nonprofit based in Montgomery County that deploys certified cadaver dogs across the U.S. and internationally. It's an all-volunteer team driven by one mission: to help families find their missing loved ones.
Houston steps up to help Kerr County flood victims with overwhelming support
Read full article: Houston steps up to help Kerr County flood victims with overwhelming supportAfter deadly floods swept through Texas Hill Country, Houstonians responded with truckloads of donations, led by a weeklong relief drive from the Harris County Sheriff’s Office.
Gov. Abbott requests federal disaster assistance for 3 new counties following Texas flooding
Read full article: Gov. Abbott requests federal disaster assistance for 3 new counties following Texas floodingTexas Governor Greg Abbott has requested disaster assistance for three additional counties in Texas due to severe flooding.
Harris County Sheriff’s Office donation drive brings relief to flood-ravaged Kerr County
Read full article: Harris County Sheriff’s Office donation drive brings relief to flood-ravaged Kerr CountyAs Kerr County continues recovering from devastating floods, the Harris County Sheriff’s Office is leading a major donation drive to support families who lost everything.
Pat Green hosting livestream concert to benefit Hill Country flood victims
Read full article: Pat Green hosting livestream concert to benefit Hill Country flood victimsTexas country music star Pat Gren is hosting a livestream concert to benefit those impacted by the Hill Country floods in Central Texas.
Country music star, Kerrville native Robert Earl Keen announces plans for concert to benefit flood victims
Read full article: Country music star, Kerrville native Robert Earl Keen announces plans for concert to benefit flood victimsCountry music star and Kerrville native Robert Earl Keen is making a difference after his hometown was hit with devastating floods.
Death threats and uncertainty over total number of victims: Key takeaways from Kerr County commissioners’ court
Read full article: Death threats and uncertainty over total number of victims: Key takeaways from Kerr County commissioners’ courtKerr County officials met Monday for the first time since the deadly flooding that devastated the Hill Country area on July 4.
Southern Smoke Foundation launches relief fund for food and beverage workers hit by Hill Country floods
Read full article: Southern Smoke Foundation launches relief fund for food and beverage workers hit by Hill Country floodsAs families across the Texas Hill Country continue to recover from the devastating floods that swept through the region over the Fourth of July weekend, a Houston-based nonprofit is stepping in to help a community that often serves others first: food and beverage workers.
What to know about Southern Smoke Foundation’s Hill Country Relief Fund to help Texas flood victims
Read full article: What to know about Southern Smoke Foundation’s Hill Country Relief Fund to help Texas flood victimsHost of "Eat Like a Local," Chris Shepherd, is behind the nonprofit Southern Smoke Foundation, which is committing $150,000 toward the Hill Country Relief Fund application to assist food and beverage workers impacted by the devastating flood.
Officials invite Harris County residents to participate in meetings evaluating flooding
Read full article: Officials invite Harris County residents to participate in meetings evaluating floodingOfficials in Harris County are encouraging the public to participate in discussions and studies in the aftermath of the Hill Country floods.
Procession scheduled for Saturday as body of Shiloh Wilson is brought back to Kingwood
Read full article: Procession scheduled for Saturday as body of Shiloh Wilson is brought back to KingwoodA procession is scheduled to arrive Saturday afternoon in Kingwood as the body of Shiloh Wilson, one of the victim’s of the devastating Guadalupe River flood, is brought back home and reunited with his parents.
‘It hit my heart’: Volunteer finds Camp Mystic victim water bottle, returns it to family after flooding
Read full article: ‘It hit my heart’: Volunteer finds Camp Mystic victim water bottle, returns it to family after floodingAfter finding a child’s water bottle marked with a name along the flood-ravaged Guadalupe River, a volunteer used a Facebook group to track down the grieving family.
Country music artist George Strait announces benefit concert for Texas Hill Country flood recovery
Read full article: Country music artist George Strait announces benefit concert for Texas Hill Country flood recoveryThe concert was announced on Strait’s X page and will be held in Boerne, Texas on July 27. An intimate donor dinner will also be held.