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What a special place!

Devine Area Health and Hospice Resource, Inc.

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By Kayleen Holder
Editor
Devine Area Health and Hospice thrift store is only one store I know, where we can feel good about every cent we spend. That’s because every penny you spend at Devine Hospice thrift store goes back to a good cause in our community!
The work that these volunteers do really packs a punch, allowing them to be part of one of the absolute greatest organizations in Devine. In fact, Devine Hospice thrift store donated over $190,000 to local charities, scholarships, and more.
Another special thing they are able to do is help with people’s medical bills. In the past five fiscal years, they have donated over $230,000 toward helping area families facing overwhelming medical issues.
What a unique place this is, and what a beautiful way the community comes together here, raising enough funds to donate over $725,000 to help others in need over the past five years!
If you’ve ever shopped here, it’s no wonder they are so successful, you can find anything from beautiful paintings, to furniture, to jewelry/clothes and dishes, all organized beautifully and for a bargain price!
So the next time you are looking for a good deal, or have…

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PLUCKED!

Warhorses Jackson Hagdorn, Edwin Belor, Tyler Hinnant, and the rest of the offensive line are ready for some action. Photo by Brigid Howard

Warhorses defeather Owls 46-19

32-point 2nd half ambush too much to swallow for Hondo

Jerel Beaty
Staff writer
A narrow first-half Battle of the Creek between Devine and Hondo in Barry Field last Friday quickly and thoroughly shifted the Warhorses direction during their 32-point surge in the game’s final 24 minutes. The Warhorses won 46-19.
A nail-biting 14-7 Devine lead at the break inflated to 28-7 with three minutes to go in the third quarter. Hondo struck quickly to pull within two scores, but the true onslaught was just beginning for the Warhorses.
Devine’s 18-point fourth quarter put to rest which team owned the “Creek Rights” for 2024. Hondo took that honor a year ago with their 44-6 win.
Oh, but what a difference a year makes!
Devine was in complete charge of this one as their defense never let the Owl offense breath while the Warhorse offense continually put drives together that, even if they did not end in a score, put Hondo in long-drive situations just to even be able to sniff the end zone.
Head Coach Paul Gomez on his team’s victory.
“It was definitely a good win against a really solid Hondo football team this past Friday! I am certainly proud of the effort and discipline that our boys played with. More importantly, we played as a team and, together, we knew we could be successful.”
‘Successful’ is quite an understatement as this is one of the bigger Devine wins over Hondo in recent memory. Coming into the game, the Horses had reason to “fear” the Owls as Hondo had three impressive victories prior.
“Courage is not the absence of fear, but the conquering of it” and the Horses definitely conquered any fear they may have had before the opening kickoff even hit the air.
“We were physical, and aggressive from the beginning. Our offensive line, tight ends and running backs did a great job blocking all night. Everyone committed to being their best, even when the ball was not in their own hands.”
Quarterbacks are the only skill position guaranteed to…

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Arabians defeat Pleasanton in a 5-set thriller!

Powerful middle hitter Arabian #10 Bella Flores slams one over the net denying two Pleasanton blockers. It’s not very often that fans get to see a game as exciting as this battle last Friday night! Everyone in the stands sat on the edge of their seats as the Arabians and Eagles duked it out. Photo by KK Calame.

Jerel Beaty
Staff writer
The Arabian volleyball team is hitting their stride at just the right time of season as Devine began District 29-4A with three straight wins to open at 3-0, which puts them in a tie for first with Floresville, early in league action.
Devine handled the Lady Wildcats easily in four sets on September 17 while turning into the “Cardiac Kids” against Pleasanton on September 20 as they rallied from an 0-2 set-deficit, to win in five thrilling sets.
Pleasanton
Many fans in attendance at the Arabians vs Lady Eagles match in Pleasanton last Friday may have wandered out of the gym just a tad early to get to the football stadium their respective towns were playing in that evening.
For those that hung around, especially Arabian Nation fans, they were treated to a miraculous comeback by Devine that saw them rally to the 5-set victory.
“What a night! We started off real slow, not playing like us,” Head Coach Leigh Anne McIver stated after her team’s sluggish, error-prone start. “It was not until the third set that we came alive and started playing to our true capabilities.”
Pleasanton got off to a torrid start, dropping Devine 25-15 in the first set. At that point, it looked like it could be a quick Lady Eagle winning night.
The Arabians picked up their game in the second set, barely coming out of set two on the short end with a 25-23 final score.
“We started slow in the second set as well, but…

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8th Grade Fillys Split Wins

8th grader Olivia Taylor setting up Amy Outlaw. Photo by Zackary Espinosa.

Shana Beaty
DMS 8th Grade Volleyball A and B Teams played against Carrizo Springs on Monday, October 16th. Devine’s Maroon Team came out ready to compete winning the first set 25-17. But then, the Fillys fell short in the second set losing 12-25 as Carrizo decided to bring their aggressive play to the court. Due to time constraints and location, Devine and Carrizo Springs split the “wins” and called the game a “tie”. The Filly Gold Team beat Carrizo Springs in the first set 22-13. Devine lost the second set 16-19 making this game a “tie” as well.
A-TEAM STATS
ACES: Madalynn Hester-3, Emma Gonzales, Aaliyah Morales, Gigi Madrid each w/1
KILLS: A’dell Holder-3, Leann Guemes-3, Madrid-2, Peyton Dixon-Davis-1
ASSISTS: Morales-3, Madrid-1
BLOCKS: Dixon Davis-2, Holder-1
DIGS: Malone-9, Gonzales-3, Hester-2
B-TEAM STATS:
ACES: Paislee Freisenhahn-8, Caitlin Gelinas-6,…

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JV Arabians continue their volleyball roll

The JV Arabians celebrate a great play.

Jerel Beaty
Staff writer
The JV Arabians continue dominating District 29-4A as they picked up two more victories over the past week. Devine defeated Carrizo Springs in two sets followed by another dominating performance in Pleasonton with their 2-0 win.
Carrizo Springs
Devine won the first set 25-22 before putting the pedal to the metal in set two in their 25-12 two-set sweep.
“We fought for every point in the first match and had to battle all the way to the end,” said Coach Alejandra Mora. “It was a back-and-forth match as we made just too many errors early on.”
The errors were mostly put away for the night in set two as Devine went on to the 13-point win.
“We kept our intensity up and starting off strong in the second set.”
Brooke DuBose had a nice service-run as she railed off six straight points, with four of those being good for an ace.
Kyrie DuBose led the way with 10 kills while Ava Rangel notched two more. Rylie Wells took away the middle…

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World Senior Professional Bull Riders compete in Bigfoot, Texas

The Senior Professional Bullriders competed right here in Bigfoot, Texas recently. Photo by Brigid Howard.

For some, being in your mid 30’s is considered “over the hill” for bull riding. But thanks to three cowboys who had a passion for continuing their rodeo careers, the World Senior Professional Bull Riders Association (WSPBR) was born in 2009. They recently competed in a rodeo this September at TW Arena in Bigfoot.
They held an open bull ride after the WSPBR event as well.
Robert Long, Morgan Saunders and Troy Moseley are the “Founding Fathers”, of WSPBR, which is now considered, the longest running and most competitive senior bull riding association in the world, according to wspbr.com.
“With 30+ events per year and over 300 members, the WSPBR attracts bull riders from all over the continental United States and beyond those borders. Membership cards are scattered from Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, New Mexico, Kansas, Missouri, Arkansas, Iowa, Indiana, Virginia and Colorado,” their website states.
Some even travel here from as far away as…

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St. Joseph’s Octoberfest

Devine Oct. 5

Gary Hobbs to headline live music
Live entertainment will take place all day Saturday, October 5, 2024 during the annual St. Joseph’s Catholic Church Octoberfest with accomplished Tejano artists Gary Hobbs headlining the evening concert opened up by Los Escorpiones Del Norte. Live entertainment also includes singer/songwriter Cheyenne Saenz of Von Ormy, Mariachis, Folklorico dancers, and square dancers round out the live entertainment. There will be a $5.00 entry fee only.
The festival includes food and drink booths and craft booths all day. BBQ Plates, family fun, children’s games and activities. A cash Bingo. Silent Auction. Corn hole.
The annual drawing with lots of nice prizes will take place Saturday as well. The grand prize is a Ford Maverick Truck donated by Chaparral Ford -Devine & Lytle. Tickets for the drawing are $10. The beautiful blue truck can be seen in the parking lot of the church daily with the sign on it “Win Me”. A list of the prizes are on the ticket which can be purchased at the church office or from parishioners.
St. Joseph’s is located at 108 S. Washington St., Devine, Texas.
Octoberfest will take place all day on Saturday, Oct. 5 from 11:00 am to 11:30 pm.

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Elementary enrollment in Devine still lags behind pre-COVID numbers

By Anton Riecher
Enrollment at John J. Ciavarra Elementary remains below pre-COVID numbers with 489 students presently attending, elementary principal Magdalena Strickland reported to the Devine ISD school board on Sept. 16.
Strickland, who has been principal at Ciavarra for three years, said that enrollment during her first year on campus stood at between 520 to 530 students.
“Our goal was always above 98 percent (capacity) but after COVID it has been kind of hard to get our attendance back up,” Strickland said. “Right now we are holding steady at 93.15 precent.”
Families frequently having to move makes it difficult to establish a steady enrollment figure over a length of time, she said. At least 46 students on the Ciavarra enrollment list have some type of military connection.
Among programs that Ciavarra utilizes to improve student performance is the Texas Curriculum Management Program Cooperative, a shared service agreement between the 20 Educational Service Centers across Texas. TCMPC reflects the combined effort of the ESCs to help schools operate more efficiently and cost effectively.
Ciavarra also utilizes the Character Strong curriculum program that supports students in developing important skills and character traits necessary for success in life and school, Strickland said. The three main goals is teaching students to be kind, strong and well, meaning emotional regulation.
The elementary also utilizes the CHAMPS (Conversation, Help, Activity, Movement, Participation and Success) behavior management program.
“It’s a proactive approach to classroom management that helps teachers create…

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Fall Revival this Sunday

Sept. 29
to Wednesday, Oct. 2 at
Black Creek Baptist Church with
Dr. Ross Chandler

We would like welcome the community to join us as we worship and learn more about God’s plan during this time of revival.
Black Creek Baptist Church is hosting a Fall Revival. Services will be held on Sunday, September 29 at 11:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. Monday, September 30 at 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, October 1 at 7:00 p.m. and Wednesday, October 2 at 7:00 p.m.
Dr. Ross Chandler will be preaching.
We welcome the community to join us during the four day revival.
Black Creek Baptist Church is located at 798 County Road 660, Devine, Texas 78016.

Arabian Airyanna Rodriguez receives Player of the Week honors

Jerel Beaty
Staff writer
Devine’s Airyanna “Yaya” Rodriguez and her Arabian volleyball teammates had a terrific week as they defeated Carrizo Springs in four sets September 17 and Pleasanton in five sets September 20.
Sportswriter David Hinojosa rewarded Rodriguez for her efforts with the San Antonio Express-News Player of the Week honors.
Rodriguez torched the Lady Cats for 22 kills and 17 digs in their 25-15, 22-25, 25-22, 25-23 win.
The Pleasanton game was one for the ages as Devine rallied from a 0-2 deficit to take the next three sets in dramatic fashion.
Losing 25-15, 25-23 set Rodriguez and the Arabians up for one the best matches in recent history as they came back for the 25-15, 27-25, 20-18 scintillating victory.
Rodriguez had 34 kills and 26 digs against the Lady Eagles helping Devine move to a perfect 3-0 in District 29-4A.
Runner-ups to Player of the Week honors were Cobee Beckerson of Center Point, Miranda Clark of San Antonio O’Connor, Lexi Dahl of Davenport, a Sierra DeLoza of Sotomayor, Angel Osteguin of San Antonio Brennan, and Brooke Romo of San Antonio McCollum.
Congratulations, Yaya!