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A first look at a new Kerrville neighborhood for survivors of deadly July 4 floods
By Courtney Friedman, Adam B. Higgins at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 23, 2026
· 3 min read
The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country has spent $82 million on recovery as a part of the Kerr County Flood Relief Fund established July 4, 2025 — the day of historic flooding in the Hill Country. The figure includes mental health, economic recovery and environmental restoration, but ...
Key takeaway on July 4, 2025) to make coffee, and I looked out the back of the window and the water was coming fast and got up to eight foot (feet) — where my garage was,” Vance said.
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The development of The Mariposa Community in Kerrville marks a significant step in the recovery efforts for flood survivors in the Texas Hill Country. With 130 families already permanently re-housed and 98 more nearing completion, the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country's investment in housing is yielding tangible results. The foundation's focus on housing as the cornerstone of recovery is well-founded, as it enables families to rebuild their lives and regain a sense of stability. As the new neighborhood prepares to welcome its first residents, the impact on the local community will be worth watching, particularly in terms of how it affects the surrounding area's economic and social fabric. The collaboration between the foundation, Habitat for Humanity, and other nonprofits has been crucial in driving this progress, and their continued efforts will be essential in supporting the long-term recovery of flood-affected families in the region.
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Category: business ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 3 min
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