Hal Austin Hayter passed away on January 24, 2025, at the age of 89.
Hal is preceded in death by his son Patrick Hullen Hayter, parents Archie Lee Hayter, Sr., and Sallie Wells Hayter, brother Archie Lee Hayter, Jr., sisters Marie Hayter Green, Jhonnie Hayter Fischer, Dorothy Hayter Justus, and Betty Jean Hayter Rainwater.
Hal is survived by his wife Carol, and his son Michael Lee Hayter. daughter Judy Hayter Lyon, step-sons Terry and Michael Sandoval. Brother-in-law Simon Rainwater. Granddaughters Lisa Hayter Snell. Nicole Fernandez, Odie Young, and Kelly Lyon. Great-granddaughter Vivian Snell and Great-Grandsons Holland Snell, Robert, Francis, and Thomas Fernandez.
Hal was the 6th and last child born to Sallie and Archie Hayter, on November 1, 1935, in Clovis, New Mexico. His parents sold their wheat farm in Curry County New Mexico, near the town of Broadview, when Hal was 10 years old they moved to Weatherford, Texas. In 1953 Hal Graduated from Weatherford High School, going on to pursue a degree in Mechanical Engineering from Texas Tech University. Hal started working at Kelly Air Force Base in March 1960 and soon moved his family to San Antonio. In the summer of 1969, he relocated to Medina County, Texas.
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Missing boy found
UPDATE: In an update around 3pm this Thursday, January 23, Sheriff Randy Brown stated the missing 15-year-old young man from the Hondo area has been located.
The young man went missing this past Monday, January 20th.
“We are actively searching for him, and running down all leads,” said Sheriff Randy Brown in a short interview this Thursday, January 23.
Authorities issued a plea to the public about three hours ago, around 11 am.

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Cura Aesthetics kicks off new year with new Med Spa in Devine
Weight loss consultations, Wellness injections, infusions, facials and more
Cura Aesthetics is excited to announce they have expanded and opened up their own shop in Devine! They are now located at 508 West Hondo Avenue in Suite B, right next to Dairy Queen in Devine.
They offer several services including facials, chemical peels, wellness injections, and weight loss injections. They also offer IV infusions, lash lifts, and a variety of services designed to make you look and feel good.
Founder Brittney Burns, FNP worked in the medical field for years before ultimately deciding to return to school and get her Nurse Practitioner’s degree. She is following her dream of opening up- a chain of med spas, and we are lucky to have one right here in Devine.
“Even in today’s fast-paced, results-driven world, the truth is that you can’t look your best if you don’t feel it first — and that a little caring can go a long way,” Burns said.”Wellness is inextricably linked to our ability to find beauty in the moments that matter.”
She transitioned into the world of wellness and aesthetics care with a goal of shaping “the course of a client’s care — instead of just reacting to it.” That combined with her passion for aesthetics led her to where she is today: Cura Aesthetics.
“It’s not about how many appointments we can inject into a day, but rather how much of a difference we can make in the lives of every client who walks through our doors,” Burns said.
Her sister Heather Thompson is also very passionate about the services they offer, and they are both excited to share a little bit more about their products and services.
They offer several wellness injections, including: the Meyers Cocktail, Tri-Immune Boost, and LipDelux, and Vitamin D3. As opposed to pills, injections offer more immediate effects, she noted.
“Our Vitamin injections are phenomenal,” Thompson said. “One of the most popular is the Tri-immune Boost, which is the ultimate immune system enhancer. It also has inflammatory properties,” Thompson said.
If you are concerned about weight, “The LipoDelux is very popular to maintain weight and gives you energy,” she adds.
“Vitamin D is the underdog. Most of us don’t get enough sun to have enough Vitamin D. It affects sleep. It affects depression, and it even affects regulatory hormones. So many of us have a Vitamin D difficiency.”
They also offer Tirzepatide and Semaglutide shots which they call “the fit shots.”
“The goal is to lose 1-2 pounds of fat per week,” Thompson said.
When it comes to facials, everything is custom.
“The first thing we do is analyze your skin,” Thompson explains.
They offer firming peptide facials, lip and eye treatments, chemical peels and more.
“Our oxygen facial is extremely popular. It is great for people who have sensitive skin. It’s also great for teens and acne prone skin,” she adds.
Future plans include adding services such as hormone replacement therapy, join restoration, and lab services.
Meet the Team…
Brittney Burns, DNP, FNP-C:
“For as long as I can remember, I’ve been drawn to the intersection of wellness and artistry. Even as a kid growing up in San Antonio, I recognized the impact a person’s health could have on the quality of their life and the lives of the people around them. Although I had yet to define the connection, the concept of wellness always seemed to be inextricably linked with the ability to find beauty in the moments that matter. The way I saw it, helping others, was (and still is) an artform. It was a purpose that only flourished with age, and I took meaningful steps to pursue it. First attending Nursing School and landing a job in Critical Care where I gained an abundance of wisdom in many different roles from pediatrics to cardiac intensive care to trauma and beyond for the first 10 years of my health care career. Despite igniting my passion for problem-solving, this made me wish I was more proactively involved in a patient’s treatment from day one, I returned to school to get my Doctorate of Nursing Practice – Family Nurse Practitioner degree and transitioned into Wellness and Aesthetics care. From my perspective, a person’s well-being is greater than the sum of its parts, and it is only through an integrated approach that we can each feel — and look — like the best possible version of the whole package we are.”
Heather Thompson, LE-C:
“I have worked alongside my sister (Brittney) for several years, including 2 years in Devine, TX. This close collaboration has allowed me to expand my expertise in the medical aesthetics realm, igniting my passion for helping people. With over 15 years of experience in the public sector, I have learned the power of how a warm and kind nature ensures every client feels comfortable, cared for, and welcomed from the moment they walk through the door. It brings me great pleasure to work with Cura Aesthetics offering high end services to our neighbors here in South Texas.”
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Devine man faces 1st degree murder charges in Fowler case
This past Tuesday week, new information led to the arrest of the suspect, 38-year-old Mannie Ricord. The suspect is charged with 1st Degree Murder. The victim, Lloyd “Roger” Fowler, 78 , was found at his home with a single gunshot wound to the head on Sunday, January 12.
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Snow fun! Aerial shots of Devine and more
Snow flurries began falling in the early morning hours, Tuesday January 21 while most were sound asleep, and kiddos woke up to lots of snow covered patches. It was plenty for a good snowball fight and mini snowmen, with the fun lasting several hours before the sunshine started dissipating snow around 11 am.
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Medina County Jr Livestock Show kicks off this week
Tuesday Jan 21 marks the kick off of the 2025 Medina County Jr Livestock Show in Hondo, and it will be a cold one! Over 1,100 entries have been made by area youth, so get out and support these kiddos.
As of Monday morning, leaders planned to proceed with the show the same day with a short 3-hour delay due to expected weather. Check their Facebook for updates.
The stock show is schedule includes:
Jan 21- Sheep, goats, and poultry,
Jan 22-Halter Heifers, steers and rabbits,
Jan 23-Market Swine, Ag Mechanics and Commercial Heifers,
Jan 24- Gilts, yearling ranch colts (9am show, awards and sale at 2pm), youth showcase (public display of showcase projects 2-3pm), and commercial heifers (awards at 4:30 and sale at 5:00pm).
January 25th-Buyers breakfast kicks off at 8 am, followed by Youth Showcase Silent Auction 10am-2pm, and Premium Auction at 11 am.
Feb. 14th filing deadline on Lytle ballot
Filing opens January 15, 2025 and end at 5:00 pm on February 14, 2025 at the City of Lytle office, 14916 Main St..
The City of Lytle operates with a Mayor-Council form of government. The council consists of five Aldermen that each serve a single member district.
The City Council’s primary duty is policy making. The council identifies the needs of the city’s residents and provides programs to meet the changing requirements of the community and measure the effectiveness of ongoing services in the city. See qualifications for becoming a Council member at lytletx.org.
Feb. 14th deadline to file for City of Devine council
Feb. 14th deadline to file for City of Devine council election for District 2 and 4
The City of Devine will be calling for a city alderman election to be held on Saturday, May 3, 2025. Positions currently held by Michael Hernandez (District 2) and Debbie Randall (District 5) are expiring, as well as the Mayor’s seat and Mayor Butch Cook expressed his intent to re-file this week.
Deadline to file for a position is Friday, February 14th by 5:00 p.m. at city hall.
Combined elections-Devine ISD will hold election jointly with the City of Devine and all costs will be shared. If the City of Devine cancels their election, the district will contract with Medina County to hold the election.
