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After the Storm: The flood that changed the Hill Country
By Andrea Slaydon, Beth Peak at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 26, 2026
· 3 min read
Nearly a year after catastrophic flooding devastated parts of the Texas Hill Country, signs of recovery are everywhere.Homes are being rebuilt. Businesses are reopening. Communities are finding ways to move forward.But for many who lived through the disaster, the memories remain as vivid as ever....
Key takeaway On July 1, KPRC 2 premieres After the Storm: The flood that changed the Hill Country, a documentary exploring the flood, the rescue efforts, the recovery, and the people whose lives were forever changed.
Why this matters in Tomball News
The resilience of the Hunt Store in the face of catastrophic flooding serves as a powerful symbol for the Texas Hill Country's ability to rebuild and recover. For Tomball residents, the story of the Hunt Store's destruction and rebirth may resonate deeply, given the Houston area's own history of flooding and recovery efforts. The fact that the store has long functioned as a social center for the community, hosting family reunions and community meetings, underscores the importance of local gathering spaces in times of crisis. As the documentary "After the Storm" premieres, Tomball residents may reflect on their own experiences with flooding and the role that local businesses have played in their community's recovery. The "Hunt Strong" phrase, born from the recovery effort, may also inspire Tomball residents to think about their own community's resilience and ability to come together in the face of adversity.
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Category: business ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Nearly a year after catastrophic flooding devastated parts of the Texas Hill Country, signs of recovery are everywhere.Homes are being rebuilt. Businesses are reopening. Communities are finding ways to move forward.But for many who lived through the disaster, the memories remain as vivid as ever....
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