BELL COUNTY, Texas (KXXV) — Bell County Republican leaders are mourning the death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, calling it a devastating loss and vowing to continue his mission in the community.

Addie Baird, Chair of the Bell County Republican Party, tells 25 News that she and other party leaders were in a meeting when the news broke.

Kirk was 31-years-old when he was shot and killed during a speaking event at a Utah university Wednesday afternoon .

Baird says she and fellow county republicans plan to honor Kirk's legacy, and continue the work he started.

Watch the full story here: ‘Absolutely devastating’: Bell County republicans mourn Charlie Kirk’s death

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Neighbors in our community are in shock following Charlie Kirk's shooting death.

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