Marcela is a sweet, active 16 year old teen who enjoys spending time hanging out with friends and seeking her next adventure. She also likes to read, draw, paint, watch movies, sing and listen to music.
Marcela also enjoys various traditional style Mexican dishes, and looks forward to a forever family who she can eat evening meals with, as she try’s her skills in the kitchen.
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Eating healthier
There hasn’t been any rain this past week, however, someone at breakfast this morning, said that showers are predicted for Wednesday and Thursday.
Our country church, St. Ann’s reopened this morning for the first time in several months. We now have sun proof screens on our windows and all the benches and kneelers have been refinished.
Homecoming Parade coming up
Another slow week at Lytle P.D., officers handled 51 calls for service and conducted 37 traffic stops. Those stops resulted in 16 citations and 21 warnings.
Officers made three arrests last week: #1 – Officers responded to H.E.B. Plus for a report of a shoplifter. The female suspect had unpaid merchandise in her purse. The merchandise was a Chocolate Pecan Pie for $2.98, a package of Ground Beef (93%) valued at $6.19, and 2 packages of Prime NY strip steaks (valued at $35.50 and $32.94) with a total value of $77.61.
Getting Ready to be Excited
I would not pretend to understand the mindset of all the folks who read The Devine News, but I am kinda/sorta sure that some portion of those, at least those nice enough to read my Tales, are in about the same mood as I am getting to be in. And that is about ready to become excited.
Hail damage? Tips to file an insurance claim
Did hail or strong winds damage your home or car?
If you have wind and hail coverage on your home policy or comprehensive coverage on your auto policy, your insurance company should pay for your hail damage.
File a claim as soon as you can.
Some claim tips:
Take photos and video of the damage. Also, make a list of the damage inside and outside your house or car. Don’t throw away damaged items until your insurance company gives permission.
Prevent more damage. Remove standing water. Cover broken windows and holes to keep out rain. Save all receipts. Your policy may pay for temporary repairs.
Be available for the adjuster visit. Make sure they see everything.
Keep a list of everyone you talk to at your insurance company. Be ready to answer questions about the damage.
Ask about living expenses. If you can’t stay in your house, most policies will cover some related costs. Keep your receipts.
Have a question about insurance? Call the Texas Department of Insurance at 800-252-3439 or visit www.tdi.texas.gov.
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.
Drawing for vehicle
There will also be a drawing for a vehicle donated by the Dunford family at Chaparral Ford, and a huge silent auction as always.
LIVE MUSIC
Lots of great live music is lined up. The tunes will kick off with a Mariachi band at 11am, DJ Reggie Pena will be there throughout the day, as well as Plata y Oro Folklorio dancers who perform from 12-1pm, a Christian band Closer Walk will play 1-2pm, the Solis Brothers 2:30-4:30, and Christ and Cassandra Salinas will play from 5-8. Groupo Vida band will be headlining the stage 8:30 to 11pm.
Admission
Admission is free until 5 pm, and $5 admission after 5pm.
Volunteer or make a donation
Our Octoberfest signs are up! The festival is three weeks away. We still need volunteers. If you’re interested contact Ernie Morales at 210-415-6751. We are also in need of soda and water donations, you can drop those off at the church office. If you would like to make a cash prize donation for our bingo please reach out to Hazel Flores at 830-334-7351.
Devine Police Report
September 22
12:16PM – Complainant advised someone was burning. Subject ID’s and was burning in dumpster. DVFD was paged out due to subject had no water.
15:18PM – Officer dispatched to Hondo Ave for minor accident.
16:14PM – Complainant on Malone Dr advised chunk of concrete in road. Roadway was cleared.
Thank You!! ATTENTION!!! Devine Little League Annual Meeting Oct. 4
The Devine Little League will be having their annual meeting Wednesday, October 4th 2023 at 7PM at the Little League Office in Devine to close out last season as we prepare for the upcoming season and will be open to the general public.
We encourage anyone interested in helping us with the new season to join our board.
We would like to give a huge thanks to Downing Well Services for all the help they have put into the field. We now have shaded bleachers and dugout shade, new fencing and a fresh coat of paint was done around the field. We would also like to recognize other businesses that have helped, Bulletproof Customs, Circle C Services, Triple S Steel, Cowboy Pest Control, Safety Plus, Parker’s Building Supply, Extreme Party Rentals, Navarro Electric, Land & Ranch Fencing Supply, Amigos Steel, Legacy Office Centers, MP Haulers, Harrison’s Supply & Market, Phillip’s Olive Orchards, STX Electric and Carl Patterson.
We would also like to thank our personal donations, Jessica Alexander, Haley Brown, Jacob Barron, Ryan & Kristen Garza, Maggie Johnson, Joe Jones, Chris & Nicole LaFond, David & Kelli Maxwell, Frederick Moscot, Rudy Parra, Samantha Richter, Jesse Silva and Chris Toalson.
Our Meeting will be Wednesday, October 4th 2023 at 7PM at the Little League Office in Devine. Hope to see you there.
Devine Garden Club opened first meeting making stepping stones
The Devine Garden Club held their first meeting for the new season on September 28th, 2023 at the home of Sondra Rackley. She along with her co-host, Susan Wisenbaker, had a beautiful array of delicious foods for the 21 members that attended.
After the club meeting was held, a presentation was coordinated by Denise Unger, guest speaker, demonstrating the technique for making cement stepping stones, using a variety of items such as broken plates, glass, marbles, etc.
Each member displayed their imagination on their stepping stones, each one unique and beautiful. After the presentation, a few of the members went to the four corners and posted the new signs at each corner reflecting the club’s project since 1947.
Safety and preparedness tips for the solar eclipse
Texans across the state prepare for the natural phenomena occurring on Oct. 14
By Blair Fannin
With six years since the last solar eclipse, state officials are warning Texans to prepare for the Oct. 14 event as it is expected to draw thousands to the Lone Star State.
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service’s Disaster Assessment Recovery, DAR, unit, along with state emergency preparedness officials, urge individuals to be mindful of increased traffic and resources leading up to and the day of the event.
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