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After the Flood: A beloved dancehall returns after the deadliest day in Hunt, Texas
By Austin McAfee, Ricky Munoz at KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· July 4, 2026
· 2 min read
A year after the floods devastated Hunt, claiming more than 130 lives and shattering treasured hometown businesses, there are signs of a comeback.Just five miles down the road, Crider’s Rodeo and Dancehall is open again. For 101 years, it’s been a place where generations have come to celebrate, c...
Key takeaway For 101 years, it’s been a place where generations have come to celebrate, connect, and make memories.
Why this matters in The Piney Point
The reopening of Crider's Rodeo and Dancehall in Hunt, Texas, resonates deeply in the Piney Point Village community, where many residents have ties to the Houston area's vibrant entertainment scene. As a beloved gathering spot for generations, Crider's revival serves as a testament to the region's capacity for rebirth and renewal. For Piney Point Village residents who frequent Houston's dancehalls and rodeos, Crider's return is a welcome sign of normalcy in a region still healing from devastating floods. The dancehall's resurgence also underscores the importance of community-driven efforts in rebuilding and restoring local institutions, a theme that echoes throughout Harris County. As Crider's doors open once more, Piney Point Village residents can take heart in the knowledge that their neighbors in Hunt are rebuilding and thriving, a powerful symbol of the Houston area's unwavering spirit.
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Category: business ·
Published: July 4, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A year after the floods devastated Hunt, claiming more than 130 lives and shattering treasured hometown businesses, there are signs of a comeback.Just five miles down the road, Crider’s Rodeo and Dancehall is open again. For 101 years, it’s been a place where generations have come to celebrate, c...
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