Blakely’s Letters and Legacy | Texas News

Texas News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 3, 2026 · 1m

On July 4th, a summer camp in Texas became the site of a heartbreaking tragedy when floodwaters claimed the lives of 27 girls, including eight-year-old Blakely McCrory — a radiant child known for her laughter, pranks, and love of animals. Just days before the disaster, Blakely penned heartfelt letters to her family, one of which begged her mom not to sell her beloved Barbie Dream House. Now, her mother honors her legacy through “Blakely’s Butterfly,” selling butterfly door hangers to fund theater scholarships, while her school raises money to build a pavilion in her name — keeping her joyful…