It’s Fall, Y’all! You are cordially invited to welcome the season at the annual Arts and Crafts show, Saturday, September 30. The show opens at 9AM and closes at 3PM, at the Lytle Community Center, 19031 Priest in Lytle.
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Keep up with what’s going on in Devine, Natalia, Lytle, Bigfoot and Moore areas in Medina, Frio, and Atascosa Counties.
Why a plane traveling 750 MPH+ causes a “sonic boom”like the one in Medina County
A “sonic boom” that rattled windows in Medina County last Saturday, September 9 certainly turned some heads. According to Hondo PD Chief Justin Soza, they believe it was a military F-15 that caused the ruckus.
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SA Bomb squad called into investigate….object found at local home, a false alarm
Last Tuesday, the SA Bomb Squad was called to assist with a case in Hondo after detectives found “a piece of an electronic accelerator detonator” at a residence in town.
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St. Joseph’s Octoberfest…Kids games and bingo is back, exciting LIVE music lineup
The St. Joseph’s Catholic Church is gearing up for a good time for a good cause this coming October 7th from 11 am to 11 pm. All proceeds from the annual Octoberfest will go toward the new replica prayer chapel this year. They are also excited to announce that the popular kid’s games and bingo is back this year as well as a great line up of live music.
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“I never saw it coming”….How one Cancer survivor hopes to help others by sharing her story
On January 25th, I was diagnosed with high grade serious carcinoma ovarian cancer, stage 1C3. I never saw it coming. This is my story:
My name is June Salazar. I am from LaCoste, Texas but have lived in the Devine area for almost 12 years. I am 43 years old, married to Bryan Lorenz, and have three children – ages 19, 18 and 9 .
New business alert! My Time Garden & Nursery Opening in Devine Sept. 15th
By Kayleen Holder
Editor
Miranda and George Weimer, of Devine, are excited to announce the opening of a new nursery in Devine opening this coming September 15. The new nursery will be unique in that it will focus on Texas native plants and trees, and especially those believed to have medicinal roots.
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Smith honored for announcing Natalia Football for 50 Years,NHS Homecoming Friday
Natalia Alumni and lifelong resident Sam Smith was honored last Friday night for being the “Voice of the Natalia Football Team” for 50 years! The 73-year-old, lifelong fan, former school board member and current City Council Member (25+ years) did the honorary coin flip for the kickoff to Devine vs. Natalia, before the Mustangs presented Smith with a signed helmet honoring his dedication to the program and town.
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80’s Throwback Party at the Park
You’re invited to join the “Ultimate 80’s Throwback Party at the Park” this coming Saturday, Sept. 16th in Pleasanton. Admission is FREE, so bring your lawn chairs, blankets and ice chests (no glass please).
It’s BYOB.
There will be great music featuring the 86’d and The Texas Tone Rangers, face painting, photo booth, and lots of vendors to shop.
The Corn hole tournament begins at 6:30 PM. There’s also a huge drawing for a 2024 Chevrolet Trax.
Costume Contest-There is a FREE 80’s Costume Contest with big cash prizes, including $500 for first place.
Medina County to collect $2 Million more in property taxes at new tax rate
By Jerry Beck
On September 7, the focus of the Medina County Commissioners Court session was on Employee raises, the Tax Rate and the 2023-24 Budget.
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Hundreds of new laws go into effect this month
By Gary Borders
A total of 774 new laws went into effect on Sept. 1, affecting Texans in many areas of their lives, the Austin American-Statesman reported. The new laws concern property taxes, registration fees and voting access, among other issues. Several have drawn court challenges from opponents.
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