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Devine PD tracks down forklift stolen from Walmart

Press Release by Devine PD

On June 4, 2024 at 8:20 a.m., Corporal Feliza Miller was dispatched to the Walmart located at 175 IH 35 in response to a reported theft. Upon arrival, Miller met with the store’s management, who reported that a forklift had been stolen from the property. The forklift was a Nissan brand and valued at $25,000.

During the investigation, Devine Police were able to recover the stolen forklift outside the city limits later the same day. After processing, the forklift was returned to Walmart management. Lieutenant Chris Andrews credited the successful recovery to the “diligent teamwork within the Department.” Nathan Young, a 30-year-old resident of Devine, was arrested yesterday evening by Devine Officers on a felony theft warrant in connection with the forklift theft. Young also faced additional charges for unrelated misdemeanor warrants

Current Events Club

L-R: members Dennie Randall, Glenda Allen, Martha Wall, Sessie Franceschini, Linda Kreinhop, and Linda McAnelly ready to serve ice cream after the Memorial Day ceremony. Not pictured: Brenda Butler, Tammy Morse, Dinah Argo, and Alma Horvath.

Kickoff 2024 Wreaths Across America Campaign at Post 3966 Memorial Day Ceremony

On Memorial Day, we remembered. On Monday morning, May 27th, Devine VFW Post 3966 presented a meaningful ceremony in front of their mural to remember and honor our nation’s fallen veterans of war. The Current Events Club of Devine was there in support and to kick off Devine’s 3rd year of participation in the National Wreaths Across America program.
Retired Air Force veteran Gary Saathoff presided over the ceremony, with Post Commander Jesse Rodriguez, Pastor Mike Petit of Calvary Chapel Church, and Boy Scout Troop 72 assisting. Certainly a day of solemn remembrance, the program included…

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Congratulations Coach Poppe, Gabe and Corey!

Congratulations to Coach Heath Poppe for being selected as one of the head coaches along with two of his seniors for the San Antonio Area Baseball Coaches Association Senior game. Coach Heath Poppe is in his 25th year coaching and teaching. He has 4 years as head coach (2 in Jourdanton/ 2 Devine). He has 46 career wins and was 2016 THSCA Assistant Coach of the year under George Villa.

The Value of High School Sports

Devine Spring Sports Banquet giving the invocation is Senior Hilary Barnett.

Jerel Beaty
Staff Writer
With all Devine High School sports seasons and banquets now in the books, the hundreds of Arabian, Warhorse, Colt, and Filly student-athletes can look back on not only the successes of their respective teams but can also reflect on what the intrinsic value of competing in such sports is.
Whether as part of a team or individually, high school sports offer invaluable benefits that extend far beyond the playing field as both foster crucial life skills such as teamwork, discipline, perseverance, and leadership, which are essential for success in all aspects of life.
Team sports teach the importance of collaboration, communication, and…

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Home on the range; DHS now has a golf driving range

Tee, anyone? Arabian golfers Brianna Schaefer and Charlee Rangel put the new driving range platforms to the test.

Jerel Beaty
Staff Writer
Devine Head Golf Coach Mark Mangold was quick to show his appreciation to David and Jo Grego and Bobby and Lorena Rangel for their generous donations to the school district’s new driving range.
The Grego’s donated 10 hitting mats that adorn the top of the 10 cement platforms that the Rangel’s donated…

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Arabian & WarhorseSports Banquet Awards

Arabian Student Fan of the Year was Kylie DuBose .

Jerel Beaty
Staff Writer
The Devine Athletic Booster Club does a tremendous job yearly in hosting awards banquets to honor Devine High School student-athletes who proudly represent their school, community, family, and themselves by participating in extracurricular activities.
Over 130 award certificates were handed out by the head coaches of various sports programs.
Congratulations to all who earned recognition as well as to all members of each of the team!
Volleyball
Co-MVP Rylee Esquibel, Brooklyn Miller Defensive MVP Kelsey Dishman Heart of an Arabian Kaylee Romano AV 1000 Liz De Los Santos Outstanding Setter Kate Featherly.
Football
Overall MVP Gabriel Esquibel Offensive MVP Samuel Guardiola Defensive MVP Trystan LaFond Fighting Heart Seth DeLeon, Wero Torres Most Improved Christian Monreal, Brayden Reyes Most Outstanding…

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Arabians #1 Fan Ruby Samarrippa.

Warhorse Adult Fan of the Year was Brenda Burford .

Lytle Senior Awards Banquet

Legacy Bowl Member Mike Fernandez along with Co -Founder Eric Smith present Lytle Senior Athletes Calyssa Sevier and Brandon Abando with the 2023 Legacy Bowl Scholarships. Thanks to 25+ Sponsors from 5+ communities- this scholarship remains a constant in both Lytle and Natalia.

Legacy Bowl Co-Chairman Eric Smith and Legacy Bowl member Mike Fernandez honored retiring Lytle ISD Superintendent Dr. Michelle Carroll Smith with a plaque for her dedication to the youth of Lytle and for her support of the Legacy Bowl. Smith also recognized Lytle ISD Athletic Director Lori Wilson and Head Football Coach Mike Trevino for their leadership.