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MM Meyers,local author publishes book: Pocket watch Portal Adventure

MM Meyers of Moore, Texas with her newly released book which can be ordered on Amazon.

So what would you do if while out playing at your grandparent’s ranch you find a pocketwatch? What if this pocket watch has special powers and you happen to find this out totally by accident? What if that special power is to take you to other places and times?
Mrs. Mary Meyers, of Moore, is thrilled to announce that her first book has been published, a dream come true for this talented Grandma.
“My grandchildren and I wrote this book called Pocketwatch Portal Adventure, and it was just released on Amazon,” Myers said.
Her grandkids Justice age 10, Teddy age 9, Ellie 6, and baby Artie 3, all contributed on this book.
“This book was written for their daddy, their real life hero. Please keep him and his unit in prayer as he heads on a very long deployment.”
You can find the book on Amazon. Her author name is MM Myers if anyone trys to look up books on Amazon.
As summarized on this listing, “This enchanting children’s book weaves together…

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Devine council calls public hearing on proposed tax increase

By Anton Riecher
A public hearing on a proposed Devine city tax rate of 59 cents per $100 valuation has been scheduled for 6 p.m. Sept. 17 at the city community center.
The city council voted 5-0 on the proposal during a budget workshop held Aug. 27.
“We honestly would like to see consideration for the 59 cent tax rate which would generate some $100,000 extra,” City Administrator David Jordan told the council during the budget workshop.
The present municipal tax rate is $.55 per $100 valuation.
Discussion during the workshop session covered topics as diverse as election expenses, longevity pay, city vehicles and police overtime.
District 4 Council Member Josh Ritchey expressed concern about the prospect of reduced sales tax influenced by election year economic issues.
District 5 Council Member Debbie Randall said she considered the proposed tax rate a “very conservative number.”
“I’ve always said we need to live within our means,” Randall said. “But if we’re going to go to 59 cents I think at least the numbers are conservative enough.”
In other action, the council approved a motion to proceed with negotiations with Maguire Iron, Inc. to refurbish the city’s main above ground water storage tank near Warhorse Stadium.
The motion by District 3 Council Member Jeff Miller, seconded by District 2 Council Member Michael Hernandez, also involves…

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Devine Herman Sons Dance Class begins Sept. 9

Registration underway, non-members can join this year

The Devine Hermann Sons Dance Class this year is allowing Non-Members of Hermann Sons to join the Dance Class. Registration is underway and classes will begin September 9th at the Biry Hermann Sons Lodge at 111B S Teel, in downtown Devine.
Members of Hermann Sons this year will pay $35.00 per month for 9 months. Non-Members will pay a $200.00 Registration Fee and $35.00 per month.
For any Questions, please contact Miss Rowdie directly at hermannsonsdancedevine@gmail.com.
If you’re not a Hermann Sons Member and want to become one please contact Cynthis Sultenfuss or Robin Sultenfuss at Get More Insurance Services at 111A S Teel Devine TX 830-663-9191.
The new dance year starts September 9. You may register by going to Hermannsonslife.org and register for this year’s dance class. 

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Here’s how to add a veteran’s name to the Memorial monument

The name drive is on-going until September 13, 2025. The cost this year is $150.00 per name. Cost is for the Engraver to come on site to add the names to the monument. Please remember Active-Duty members, veterans and Deceased veteran’s names can be engraved on the monument.
Forms can be downloaded from the City of Natalia website or a copy of the forms can be picked up at the Natalia City Office. All information for submitting the name(s) is on the form.
If additional information is needed, please contact Ruby Vera @ 210-275-1150 or NMDD@cityofnatalia.com.

Is adoption in your heart?

Meet Nayeli….

Nayeli is a pre-teen gal with a super sweet personality that stands out as the moment you meet her and see her smile, as she is always looking forward to meeting new people.
One of Nayeli’s superpowers is to see the best attributes of those around her, as she makes a point to give them compliments.
Nayeli has matured with her age, and when around other children, she is not afraid to channel her inner child and use her imagination.
Nayeli has a big heart and is always caring for those that are around her. There is no doubt that Nayeli strives to be happy and keep those around her as happy as she is.


Nayeli loves to play with Pokémon cards, race cars, and monster trucks, but she can also channel into her girly self and play with barbie dolls and make-believe games.
Nayeli loves education and really put initiative when she is learning subjects and activities.  She also loves school because she gets to interact with other children her age.
Nayeli has never played on an organized team but looks forward to trying her talents at playing basketball, and being part of a team. She also is looking forward to a career as a nurse as Nayeli likes to give back and help others.
When going out to eat, Nayeli loves all kinds of food, but her favorite is Mexican.
Nayeli wants to be part of a family with a mom and dad who will love and accept her as part of the family.
If you think you could be a forever family for Nayeli or another Texas child, call 1-800-233-3405. For more information visit www.adoptchildren.org where you can find a schedule of online public information meetings, and learn about the foster/adoption program.
You can also view the NEW www.heartgallerystx.org website, where South Texas children have their portraits along with individual personal stories they wish to share, with their future forever family.

Lytle council approves stormwater fee reprieve for school district

By Anton Riecher
Lytle ISD Superintendent Dustin Breithaupt addressed the Lytle city council during a public hearing on the city’s stormwater utility system Aug. 26.
A rate of $7 per equivalent residential unit in the proposed creation of a stormwater utility fund to better manage drainage issues was approved by the Lytle City Council earlier this year.
In Texas, cities are authorized to adopt local stormwater drainage utility systems to protect public health from flooding and health issues. Through the utility, communities organize maintenance activities and capital projects to better manage the situation.
Equivalent residential units or ERUs are a taxable unit representing the average square footage of impervious area for a residential property. Impervious area refers to surfaces that allow little or no stormwater infiltration into the ground such as asphalt, concrete, brick or stone.
City Administrator Zachary Meadows said that the school district noted that because their budget is already in place for the year meeting the new utility rate effective in October would be difficult.
“What the council did was…

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Want to join Devine Garden Club?

If you are a nature lover, a bird watcher, a landscape designer, conservationist or just enjoy seeing things grow, there is a position open just waiting for you to claim it. To be qualified, you must be able to see beauty and colors, smell fragrance, enjoy clean air, or touching the earth, flowers and plants and the taste of clean water.
You must be in the age range of 16 to 106 and have some experience in walking barefoot in the grass or picnicking in the park. Or maybe you have hiked in the woods and stopped to smell the roses. Beginners will find their wages are a few aching muscles and the pay-off will be a rise in spirits and a joyful heart. If you enjoy the experience, you may advance to the title of chairman of a project or an officer in the garden club.
Benefits include the security of social friendships with garden club members everywhere. The benefit of retirement is a wheelbarrow full of happy memories, a perennial remembrance of worthwhile accomplishments, the pleasure of learning from other gardeners and, perhaps, a beautiful garden that is all your own creation.

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LEGACY BOWLNatalia and Lytle set for 64th battleat Walter Joyce Stadium

The Lytle Pirate Cheerleaders get the crowd going. The Pirates won the Legacy Bowl last year in a thriller, and both teams are looking to go on another streak in the rivalry matchup.

Eric Smith
Staff Writer
The Natalia Mustangs (1-0) and the Lytle Pirates (0-1) will square off this coming Friday at Walter Joyce Stadium for the 64th time in the history of the two programs dating back to 1933. The Pirates were able to break an 8-year drought last season 23-14 over the Mustangs and everyone is expecting this year’s contest to be a close one.
Rival Battle History
The Natalia Mustangs lead the historic battle between the two programs 34-27-3 overall as this will mark the “15th Legacy Bowl” battle between the two programs dating back to the start in 2004-2005. The Pirates won the first ever Legacy Bowl game 25-24 in OT in 04-05’ as that was the first of six in a row for the black and gold. Other results were as follows: 05-06’: 23-14. (Natalia and Lytle did not play again until 2012-2013 due to vandalism of a school bus). 2012-2013 it resumed with a 35-33 win for Lytle HS. Other wins for LHS: 13-14’: 41-13, 14-15’: 42-20. In 2015-2016, Natalia won their first of eight straight games with the following results: 15-16’: 19-6, 16-17’: 34-21, 17-18’: 30-3, 18-19’: 7-6, 19-20’: 63-10, 20-21’: 26-14, 21-22’ 41-0, 22-23’: 47-3. Last season, as mentioned the Pirates snapped the eight-game win streak 23-14 in a thriller.

Natalia Preview
The Natalia Mustangs are coming off their season opening victory on the road vs. Skidmore-Tynan. Lytle Head Coach Mike Trevino was asked his thoughts on Natalia and had the following to say:….

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The Mustangs celebrating their big win last week.

District action on the horizon for Arabian volleyball

The Varsity Arabians will be playing at home on Friday against McMullen County.

Jerel Beaty
Staff Writer
Arabian volleyball may be on what many call a “rough patch” as the losses are outnumbering the wins at this point in the season. Head Coach Leigh Anne McIver is fully aware of what lies ahead for her team as the tough “tournament season” portion and pre-district schedule is almost complete.
“I understand that we do not have the full concept of ‘how to win’ right now, but that is why I scheduled these tough-type games and tournaments that lead into District 29-4A,” McIver said, confident in her team’s ability to learn on the fly and to be ready for what is still to come during the 2024 campaign.
Recent games against perennial playoff teams like Crystal City, Canyon Lake, San Antonio Christian, Hondo, Medina Valley, and last year’s 29-4A winner Floresville has helped the Arabian squad come together as a team more than any normal fan can probably see at this point.
“Our confidence is not shaken; it is actually…

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