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A year after Hill Country floods, owners of destroyed Hunt Store have three-phase restoration plan
By Courtney Friedman, Adam Barraza at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· July 4, 2026
· 3 min read
The Hunt Store was a central piece of the community before the devastating flood last year, and the owners promise it will be again.“It really is the heartbeat of the community. And when we lost it in the flood, we learned that it’s not really something of convenience; it’s a necessity and someth...
Key takeaway The iconic Hunt Store was built at its current location in 1946 and updated in 1973.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The Hunt Store's restoration plan is a significant development for Terrell Hills , given the store's role as a community hub. The fact that regulars continued to gather daily, even in temporary tents, underscores the store's importance to local social fabric. As the Mini Hunt Store comes online, residents can expect to see a renewed focus on food, beverage, and live music, which will help revitalize the area. The preservation of iconic features like the fireplace and front doors will also help maintain the store's historic character. The Dunn's stewardship approach, acknowledging the store's true ownership lies with the community, suggests a commitment to balancing progress with tradition. As the three-phase restoration plan unfolds, Terrell Hills residents will be watching to see how the new Hunt Store blends old and new, and whether it can reclaim its status as the community's heartbeat.
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Category: business ·
Published: July 4, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? The Hunt Store was a central piece of the community before the devastating flood last year, and the owners promise it will be again.“It really is the heartbeat of the community. And when we lost it in the flood, we learned that it’s not really something of convenience; it’s a necessity and someth...
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