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South Central Texas remains in drought, and although large wildfires are not anticipated over the Memorial Day weekend, Texas A&M Forest Service asks the public to be cautious with outdoor activities that could cause a spark. Tips to keep in mind are:
Anyone caught driving a motorized vehicle in Canyon Lake parks or on boat ramps managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) could face fines of up to $5,000 and an appearance before a U.S. magistrate in federal court. USACE’s Fort
Comal County’s fire marshal lifted the burn ban for unincorporated areas today after heavy overnight rain drenched the area. County commissioners voted to implement a burn ban Thursday after the Keetch-Byram Drought Index (KBDI) rose to 517 points. By law, burn bans
Heading to Canyon Lake for Memorial Day weekend? So is the Comal County sheriff. And Pct. 1 and Pct. 4 constables. Sheriff Mark Reynolds plans to dispatch more deputies to the parks around Canyon Lake and to patrols on Canyon Lake and
Startz Memorial VFW Post 8800 hosts Memorial Day-Remember and Honor 11 a.m. Monday, May 26. The event includes a special recognition of the deceased and an invocation and benediction by Grace Bible Church of Canyon Lake Pastor William “Bill” Cooley. Boy Scout
At their weekly meeting today, Comal County commissioners voted to implement a burn ban for unincorporated areas of the county. The burn ban goes into effect at 6 a.m. Friday. Today’s Keetch-Byram Drought Index (KBDI) is 517, and due to high temperatures
Canyon Lake’s only 45% full, but not all Memorial Day weekend closures are drought-related. Overlook Park Overlook Park, whose service road atop Canyon Lake dam offers the most spectacular views of the area, is closed. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) said
Stick to the parks if you plan to visit Canyon Lake over the Memorial Day weekend. Comal County Pct. 1 Commissioner Doug Leecock, who spearheaded the Canyon Lake Boat Ramps Community Alliance before his election in November 2024, today said Comal and
Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) urges boaters and recreationalists on unregistered paddlecraft like canoes, kayaks, and stand-up paddleboards to wear life jackets, stay sober, and take safety seriously. “Texas game wardens will be out Memorial Day weekend to ensure the public
Pct. 1 Commissioner Doug Leecock said Comal County Road Department crews will need another week to complete concrete repairs at Boat Ramp #1, 579 Skyline Dr. The entire parking area will remain closed through May 23. The ramp closed May 8 to