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Joe L. Cuellar Jr. (Boy)

November 22, 1967 – June 15, 2024

Beloved Father, Grandfather, Son, Brother & Uncle
Boy passed away peacefully on June 15, 2024 in Galveston, TX. He was born November 22, 1967 to his parents Jose and Matilde Cuellar.
He is preceded in death by his grandparents Faustino and Louisa Cuellar and Enicasio “Nico” and Jesusita “Bessie” Martinez.
He is survived by his parents Jose and Matilde Cuellar, daughters Kimberly Cuellar and Lexi Haitz (Alex), sisters Jo Ann Valenzuela (Eddie) and Veronica “Roni” Rodriguez (Mando), grandchildren Dadrian, Adriana, Joey, Gregory and Gabriela (Gabby), and many nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles.
He will be missed! Gone but never forgotten! Until we meet again Boy! We love you!

Pet Talk

Alternatives To Walking Your Dog In The Summer

A Texas A&M veterinarian suggests indoor activities like flyball or doggy social events, plus swimming for dogs that enjoy water. Read on Texas A&M Today
BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION, June 6, 2024 — Walking your dog daily is an excellent activity for dogs and owners, alike, because it brings mental and physical stimulation to your pet and creates an unbreakable bond between you and your furry friend. However, as summer approaches and the temperature begins to rise, owners should be aware of the risks associated with walking pets in the heat.
Dr. Lori Teller, a clinical professor at the Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, has some tips on identifying signs that it may be too hot to walk your pet and suggestions on ways to exercise them more safely on hot summer days.
Recognizing When It’s ‘Too Hot To Walk’
It is important to pay attention to your dog and know when it might be too hot to take them for a walk.
“When it is hot outside, many dogs can be adversely impacted and suffer from heat exhaustion or heat stroke,” Teller said. “Dogs cannot sweat, and panting is not an effective mechanism for cooling off, so dogs do not have efficient ways of handling excessive heat.”
Teller also said there is no specific temperature that is too hot for dogs.
“A good rule is to avoid the hottest times of the day in the summer and limit walks or runs to early morning or late evening times when the temperatures have dropped some,” Teller said. “It may also be a good idea….

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First Texas National Guard troops move into new Eagle Pass base

Gov. Greg Abbott inaugurated the base, which will be able to house at least 1,800 troops when construction is finished. Credit Kaylee Greenlee Beal for The Texas Tribune

By Alejandro Serrano
Courtesy of The Texas Tribune
MAY 31, 2024–EAGLE PASS — Gov. Greg Abbott on Friday welcomed the first group of Texas National Guard troops to move into a new 80-acre base being built here as part of the state’s $11 billion border initiative.
The base, located on the southern edge of the city, has a dining hall with chef-served meals, dorms that will give each soldier a room and a pavilion where troops can have picnics or put up a basketball hoop. Three hundred troops — who have been living in hotels and other temporary lodging in the region and commuting up to an hour to the border — moved in Friday morning, marching single file with their backpacks and rifles into the food hall.
Officials estimate the base will help the state save $11.5 million a month in…

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Class of 1974 Natalia High School 50 Year Reunion

The NHS Class of 1974 will be having its golden 50 Year Reunion on June 22nd at the Triple C Restaurant in Devine from 4 to 9:30 pm. The cost is $30 per person to cover the meal, beverage and appetizers. Pay upon entry in cash, by Paypal or Cashapp.
There will be awards, free drawing prizes, trivia about classmates and much more.
See our Facebook page: Natalia High School Class of 1974 or you can call Paul at (210) 378-8767.

Freedom Fest: Devine Golf Course to celebrate 4th of July

All are invited to eat, drink, and play at 3 p.m. on July 4 at the Devine Golf Course to celebrate America’s independence.
Families can enjoy the waterslides, a lemonade stand and other free refreshments throughout the evening.
The Koehler Lane Band, a Texas-based rock band with a western twist, will perform live music from 7-10 p.m.
Due to local restrictions, there will be no fireworks.

TxDOT studies I-35 improvements in Medina County

TxDOT is discussing creating additional entrance and exit ramps, AND converting two-way frontage roads to one way, Ripps said. Photo by Anton Riecher.

By Anton Riecher
Development along the Interstate 35 corridor extending through Medina County is included in the Texas Department of Transportation 2025-2028 Rural Transportation Improvement Program, according to a presentation made to the Medina County Commissioners Court Monday.
“We’re looking at it from a holistic standpoint, studying it to hone in on what is priority one, two, three, four, then work on ways to secure funds,” said Clayton Ripps, deputy district engineer for TxDOT’s San Antonio District which encompasses Medina County.
From Loop 410 south through Medina County, TxDOT is looking at the need for…

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Making History!

Pictured on left, Class of 2024’s Madison Wolff is already making history. Wolff was the first Natalia ISD (Class of 2024) student to get her National Registry Emergency Medical Technician Certification Prior to Graduation.
She will be attending Tarleton State University to Become a Veterinarian.

Errors in billing….

Medina County Tax payers over the age of 65 may see additional tax bills due July 1– 1,600 accounts had to be manually corrected

By KK Calame
Several computer errors in trying to allow for the new $100,000 homestead exemption caused additional tax bills for some Medina County taxpayers over the age of 65 or disabled and major frustration for all involved from the tax staff to the taxpayers. If you got an additional tax bill for 2023 it is real and needs to be paid by July 1. Be sure to make payment arrangements. It applies to all School district taxes for anyone with a freeze.
We asked Melissa Lutz, the Medina County Tax Assessor/Collector, to help explain what happened, why, and who it affected. She explained as follows:
The original issue was due to the freeze adjustments for the School districts not being figured correctly.
The Homestead exemption in 2023 was raised from…

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