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News releases, public notices, and announcements from Caldwell County.

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All roads have reopened

All county roads have reopened following the heavy rainfall and resulting flooding risk from the previous weekend. There are no county road closures at this time.

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WEATHER UPDATE: Flood Watch has expired

July 6 10 p.m.: The Flood Watch has expired. 7:55: The Flood Watch has been extended through 10 p.m. tonight. The messaging from the US National Weather Service Austin-San Antonio Texas remains the same as it has all day. The watch is in place because there is a risk of flooding …

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Independence Day holiday schedule

Caldwell County administrative offices will close at noon Thursday, July 3 and reopen Monday, July 7 in observance of the Independence Day Holiday. Wishing everyone in Caldwell County a safe and happy July 4!

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PLEASE READ: What to know about the July 4 fireworks period

The July 4 Fireworks period in which fireworks can be bought and sold in Caldwell County has begun and will run through July 4. Please be aware that the sale and use of aerial fireworks with sticks and fins is prohibited .

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Commissioners Court Recap: June 24, 2025

Caldwell County Commissioners paid respects to a fallen veteran, discussed outdoor burning and authorized a grant application at their June 24, 2025 regular meeting. . (Pictured l-r: Pct. 1 Commissioner B.J. Westmoreland, Pct. 2 Commissioner Rusty Horne, County Judge Hoppy Haden,…

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Caldwell County Commissioners commemorate Juneteenth with proclamation

June 19 - also known as Juneteenth - commemorates the announcement of the abolition of slavery in Texas and became a day of jubilation and liberation for former slaves, specifically the day in 1865 when enslaved people in Galveston learned of their freedom when Maj. General Gordo…

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New license plate laws to take effect July 1

Motor vehicle dealers next month will begin issuing metal license plates directly to buyers of new and used vehicles, ending the practice of placing temporary paper tags on a vehicle after a sale . The rule change stems from HB 718, which was passed in 2023. The law takes effect …

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Commissioners Court Recap: June 10, 2025

Caldwell County Commissioners discussed an order to authorize the issuance of bonds, a safety action plan related to future grant applications and the burn ban at its June 10, 2025 regular meeting. . (Pictured l-r: Pct. 1 Commissioner B.J. Westmoreland, Pct. 2 Commissioner Rusty …

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June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month

Caldwell County Commissioners recently proclaimed June as Elder Abuse Awareness Month . Abuse of older adults and people with disabilities is a community concern, affecting thousands of people across Texas. There were 123,852 reports of abuse older adults and people with disabili…