Gilmer Brookshire Donates Water and Ice to Storm-Affected Residents

October 19, 2025

GILMER, TX (EAST TEXAS NEWS) – Brookshire Grocery Company is supporting the Gilmer community by providing free cases of water and bags of ice to those affected by this week’s storms.

According to a Facebook post made Thursday morning, Brookshire’s is giving away bags of ice and cases of water while supplies last.

The giveaway for the community begins today, March 24, at 9 a.m. at 1800 North Wood Street in Gilmer.

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Brookshire Grocery Company continues to support people affected by the storms, the release states.

Madelyn Carter

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