City of Lytle…Rowan data center in Lytle applies for Tax Reinvestment Zone #2 for property tax abatements, city public hearing Oct.19

The City Council of the City of Lytle will conduct a public hearing at City Hall, 14916 Main Street, Lytle, Texas on Monday, October 19, 2026 at 6:30 PM, during an open meeting to consider the application by Rowan Lytle LLC to designate certain property located in the City of Lytle’s extra territorial jurisdiction as a Reinvestment Zone that will be eligible for property tax abatement under Chapter 312 of the Texas Tax Code, if and when the area is annexed into the City of Lytle, and the reinvestment zone is to be named the “Reinvestment Zone Number Two – City of Lytle” (the “Zone”).
The property in the Zone is approximately 284.25 acres in Medina County primarily in the Lytle ISD and is included in Medina County Appraisal District property tax parcels: 7865, 7868, 7809, 83866, and 516178.
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288 acres proposed for voluntary annexation to Lytle

The City Council of the City of Lytle, Texas will hold a Public Hearing for the Proposed Extension of the Lytle municipal boundaries by Voluntary Annexation of the territory located West of Hwy. 132 and North of CR 683 , Lytle, Texas 78052, and described as:
A combined total of 288.10 acres, as described in Deed Number 2026001392 of the Deed Records of Medina County, Texas, and consisting of a 129.21 acre tract of land, legally described as H. RANSING SURVEY 517, a 127.47 acre tract of land, legally described as M. DENSON SURVEY 449, a 25 acre tract of land legally described as G. RISSMAN SURVEY 450 1/2, and a 2.36 acre tract of land, legally described as G. RISSMAN SURVEY 450 1/2.
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Festival, dance, bbq, bingo, drawings all at St. Joseph’s Octoberfest this Saturday

Los Palominos to headline, only 2,000 tickets will be sold!

The annual Octoberfest hosted by St. Joseph Catholic Church in Devine is set for Saturday, October 3, 2026.
Festival all day
The festival will feature vendors and entertainments all day long as usual to include crafts, food booths, bake sales, and the annual bingo, barbeque plate sale at 11:00 am, bingo at 2:00 and drawings. Grand Prize this year is a beautiful 2026 Ford Mustang donated by Chaparral Ford and the Dunford family. Tickets for the drawings for a long list of prizes, is $50. They can be bought online or in person at the parish office, from members or at the festival. Top prizes include a Lawn Care Power Package with a Zero Turn mower, trailer, and weed eater, outdoor cooking package, cash, gift cards and more.
Live Music/Dance 5-11 pm
Los Palominos will headline the live music. Also performing will be Ybarra Boyz, Chente Barrera, Xavier Rendon, and 2nd Stage: The Return band. Johnny Ramirez will be the Master of Ceremonies.


The festival is free, but there will be a $20 fee at the gate after 5:00 pm. Children under 12 enter free. No outside food allowed. Bring your chair and come enjoy the music.
Scan the QR code to purchase tickets for the drawing and general admission tickets for the event. See ad in the paper for code and details.
Join us for one of the biggest community celebrations of the year on Saturday, October 3 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Devine, TX! Bring your family, friends, and lawn chairs for an evening filled with incredible live music, delicious food, fun games, and exciting prizes. Only 2,000 entry tickets will be sold.
St Joseph Catholic Church Octoberfest 2026 Lineup
11am-Festival Opening Prayer (Father
Antonio)
11:15am-12:30pm- DJ Reggie Peña
1-2pm- Mariachi
2-3pm-Elvis (Michael McMullen)
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Local Police reports

Devine Police Report

September 11
10:22AM – Suspicious person on Teel Dr N wearing dark shirt and tan shorts wanting to buy items but didn’t have correct amount. Located by police.
11:04AM – Complainant on Sayers Dr concerned over pickup in her yard for over an hour. All okay.
18:49PM – Two-vehicle minor accident on Teel Dr S. Unit 1 was in parking lot and started to back up without seeing unit 2. No damage was done to unit 1. Unit 2 had dent and scratch to left bumper. Both parties exchanged information.
23:10PM – Complainant reported loud music disturbance on Upson Dr. Complainant said neighbor was “bumping rap music” and asked him to turn it down. No music heard.
September 12
00:00AM – Female on Bright Dr N booked into jail for causing injury to an elderly.
22:32PM – Anonymous caller reported there was a party with underage drinking and drugs. Family party, no issues observed.
September 13
01:15AM – Anonymous caller referenced loud music at residence on Ross Ave. Home owner was contacted and music turned down immediately.
02:48AM – Officers assisted MSCO with disturbance between male and female on CR 6768. Male left location prior to officer arrival. Females property was thrown out.
11:30AM – Officer assisted MSCO with patting down two females on deputy’s traffic stop on IH 35 SB.
19:00PM – Citation issued for an 18 wheeler parked on Oakhill Dr.
20:38PM – Citation issued for an 18 wheeler parked on Oakhill Dr.
September 14
09:23AM – Caller reported male possibly selling watermelon without permit on Hondo Ave.
10:20AM – Complainant on Hayden Ave reported suspicious green truck parked on her driveway.
11:02AM – Complainant reported suspicious truck on Davis Ave parked on property. Male subject was asleep on back of truck and identified by police.
14:16PM – Citation issued for an 18 wheeler parked on Oakhill Dr.
18:08PM – Traffic complaint on Hondo Ave referencing broken hitch on truck with RV.
September 15
19:51PM – Traffic complaint on Faye Ave in reference to male driving a polaris in area. Unable to locate.
23:50PM – Disturbance on Dixon Dr in reference to male fighting with family member. Male was booked into jail for assault.
September 16
22:13PM – Traffic violation stop on North Bright Dr. Female was booked into jail for driving while license is invalid.

Lytle Police Report

Monday, September 14
12:43 AM – 15300 Blk. Oak St. – Officer responded to assist a patient having a medical emergency.
1:40 AM – 15300 Blk. Oak St. – Officer responded to a patient complaint that her call button was not working.
5:45 AM – 15300 Blk. Oak St. – Officer responded to a patient reporting that the nurses were not providing her medication.
5:55 AM – 18700 Blk. Wisdom Rd. – Officers responded to a report of a neighbor’s pig in their yard.
4:00 PM – 14600 Blk. Main St. – Officer responded to assist with an outdated carbon monoxide alarm sounding off.
4:30 PM – 15100 Blk. Main St. – Officer responded to unlock a vehicle.
6:59 PM – 15300 Blk. Oak St. – Officer responded to assist a patient having a medical emergency.
7:01 PM – 14900 Blk. Main St. – Officer responded with Lytle VFD for a lift assist for a person who fell.
9:03 PM – Reckless Driver – IH 35 – Officer responded but could not locate the white box truck.
9:46 PM – 19500 Blk. McDonald St. – Officer responded to unlock a 2006 Honda Pilot.
Tuesday, September 15
2:57 AM – 15300 Blk. Oak St. – Officer responded to speak with a patient.
5:01 15300 Blk. Oak St. – Officer responded to speak with a patient.
6:03 AM – 15300 Blk. Oak St. – Officer responded to assist a patient having a medical emergency.
2:18 PM – Main St. @ McDonald St. – Officer responded to a two-vehicle injury accident.
6:39 PM – 15300 Blk. Oak St. – Officer responded to speak with a patient.
7:05 PM – 19300 Blk. McDonald St. – Officer responded to a report of a missing 87-year-old male. The male had left with a friend.
8:33 PM – 19800 Blk. IH 35 – Officer responded to a 911 hang-up that was accidentally called by an employee.
9:46 PM – 16000 Blk. Imes Way – Officer responded to a report of a physical disturbance between a husband and wife. Male (38) was arrested for Assault Causing Bodily Injury, Family Member, and booked into the Atascosa County Jail.
9:41 PM – 15300 Blk. Oak St. – Officers responded to a report of a package that arrived for a patient that contained THC pens and CBD gummies. The officers seized the contraband.
Wednesday, September 16
6:15 AM –15300 Blk. Oak St. – Officer responded to speak to a patient.
8:07 AM IH 35 SB @ FM 3175 Overpass – Officer responded to a dresser in the roadway. Officers moved the debris off the roadway.
10:07 AM – Lytle PD – Officer released personal property to its owner.
2:30 PM – Lake Shore Estates – Officer responded to a suspicious white Ford Bronco but could not locate it.
Thursday, September 17
8:55 AM – 15300 Blk. Oak St. – Officer responded because Medina County EMS needed to contact the Nursing Home staff regarding a patient transported earlier.
12:55 PM – 19500 Blk. McDonald St. – Officers responded to unlock a 2012 Dodge Durango.
2:00 PM Ofc. Diaz – 16100 Blk. Medlock Valley – Officer spoke with a complainant by phone regarding a missing Hilti hammer drill from the work site in August, valued at $1,650.
2:30 PM – IH 35 SB @ MM 133 – Officers responded outside Lytle city limits to a report of an 18-wheeler on fire. Officer remained on scene for traffic control.
3:37 PM – Lytle PD – Officers received information from Brown County Child Protection Service in Minnesota
regarding possible child abuse. The address was in Atascosa County outside the city limits of Lytle. ACSO was notified.
9:32 PM – 15300 Blk. Cottage St. – Officers responded to an unwanted guest at her residence.
Friday, September 18
12:29 AM Ofc – 19500 Blk. S. Somerset – Officer initiated a traffic stop for failing to stop at the designated point, resulting in the arrest of a 21-year-old male for Tampering with Physical Evidence and Resisting Arrest. The male was transported by EMS to the Hospital for a medical emergency and released from custody, with pending charges to be filed.
9:00 AM – Lytle PD – Officer spoke to a complainant regarding Theft of Service home brush pickup.
10:15 AM – Lytle PD – Officer spoke with a complainant by phone about recovering a $1,000 deposit on a home
purchase.
10:21 AM – 15100 Blk. Main St. – Officer responded to a truck that struck the building’s roof gutter.
12:57 – 15100 Blk. Magnolia St. – Officers responded to a vehicle with three passengers knocking on the resident’s
door. The passenger, a 30-year-old male, was arrested and then released on an active warrant out of Hidalgo County for Dangerous Drugs. Hidalgo County declined to extradite the male.
2:05 PM – 14200 Blk. Main St.) Officers responded outside of the city limits of Lytle for a report of a female pointing a machine gun at the complainant. Officers detained the 44-year-old female and turned her over to the Atascosa County Sheriff’s Deputy. Officers determined the machine gun was an airsoft gun.
3:59 PM – Lytle PD – Officer spoke to a parent on the phone regarding a child custody issue.
4:10 PM – Lytle PD – Officer released personal property to its owner.
5:30 PM – 19300 Blk. McDonald St. – Officer responded to a report of a male walking with a large rock in his hand. Everything was okay.
5:36 PM – N. Prairie St. @ Railroad St. – Officer responded to a report of the crossing arms down. Union Pacific was notified.
6:32 PM – Lytle PD – Officer spoke to a parent regarding a child custody issue.
7:40 AM – Lytle PD – Officer spoke with a complainant at the PD regarding AT&T adding three new cell phones to
his account that were not his.
11:20 PM – 18700 Blk. Wisdom Rd. – Officers responded to a neighbor’s pet pig in their yard.
Saturday, September 19
12:28 AM Ofc. Barrera – Reckless Driver – IH 35 SB @ MM 133 – Officer responded but could not locate the vehicle.
1:14 AM – 15000 Blk. Main St. – Officer initiated a traffic stop for speeding, which resulted in the arrest of Male (28) for Driving While Intoxicated. Male was booked into the Atascosa County Jail.
12:00 PM – Lytle PD – Officer spoke with a complainant by phone regarding unwanted contact from another person.
7:45 PM – McDonald St. @ IH 35 Frontage Rd. – Officer responded to a report of a loose horse. The owner had possession upon arrival.
10:50 PM – 14400 Blk. Main St. – Officer responded to a report of a possible assault. Everything was okay.
11:18 PM – 19300 Blk. McDonald St. – Officer responded to an active fire alarm. Everything was okay.
11:47 PM – Suspicious Activity – 19500 Blk. McDonald St. – Officer observed 4 males in a vehicle. Everything was okay.
Sunday, September 20
5:11 AM – 15300 Blk. Lake St. – Officers observed an abandoned, wrecked 2013 gray Subaru Impreza in a resident’s fence.
7:35 AM – 15300 Blk. Oak St. – Officer responded to the death of a 63-year-old male.
2:21 PM – 14800 Blk. Lytle-Somerset St. – Officer responded to unlock a 2027 Isuzu truck.
8:09 PM – Reckless Driver – FM 3175 @ IH 35 – Officers responded but could not locate the vehicle.

Natalia Police Report

September 15, 2026 – At approximately 0800 hours, ffficers responded to the area of 404 Bartlett regarding a report of smoke. Upon arrival, Officers observed the homeowner burning a small amount of brush in the yard. Officers contacted the homeowner, advised them of local open-burning regulations/safety precautions, and instructed them to extinguish the fire immediately. The homeowner complied without issue and extinguished the fire completely. No hazards or structural damage were observed, and officers returned to service.
September 15, 2026 – At approximately 2324, during traffic enforcement, officers initiated a stop on a vehicle with an inoperable license plate light. Contact was made with the driver, who admitted to not having liability insurance on the vehicle. The driver was issued a warning for the equipment violation and a citation for failure to maintain financial responsibility, with a summons to appear at Natalia City Hall. Because the vehicle was uninsured, it was impounded and towed by Morales’s Towing following a standard inventory search. Officer then returned to service.
September 16, 2026 – At approximately 0800, an officer initiated a traffic stop on a northbound vehicle displaying an expired registration sticker (06/2026). The officer initially intended to issue a written warning, but due to a printer malfunction during the stop, a verbal warning was given instead, Officer then returned to service
September 16, 2026 – At approximately bout 1322, while officers were conducting patrol, observed a stalled vehicle intersection of FM 471 S and STATE HIGHWAY 132 with 3 people in the vehicle. The Officer made contact with the driver and the driver asked can the officer take her family to lytle due to the heat while she waits on her brother to arrive and fix the vehicle. The officer then initiated a courtesy ride to her parents, and then returned back to service.
September 16, 2026 – At approximately 1512, during a routine patrol on State Highway 132, about an officer stopped a vehicle operating without a front license plate or visible registration. Contact was made with the driver, who could not provide a physical driver’s license, proof of insurance, or a vehicle title, and admitted the vehicle was uninsured. Further checks revealed the vehicle’s registration was expired as of March 2026, though the driver had no active warrants and the vehicle was not reported stolen. Due to the lack of insurance, expired registration, and failure to provide a physical license, the vehicle was impounded and towed by Friendly Glenn’s Towing. The driver declined a courtesy ride, stating a family member was on the way to pick them up. Officer then returned to service
September 17, 2026 – At approximately 1104, an officer was flagged down by a citizen requesting a police report to assist a lending company with an ongoing identity theft investigation. No further action was required., Officer then returned back to service
September 17, 2026 – At approximately 1124 hours, officers responded to a report of a person walking along the interstate with a stroller. Authorities located a male subject pushing a stroller containing bags rather than a child. After confirming he had no active warrants, the individual was instructed to move to a safe area away from oncoming traffic. No further action was required. Officers then returned to service.
September 17, 2026 – At approximately 1557, authorities responded to a report of a person allegedly pushed from a moving green Ford Explorer. Officers located the subject with minor scrapes and traced the vehicle to a nearby residence. Following interviews with the driver, the subject, and the initial witness, it was determined that no assault took place. The subject ultimately admitted to voluntarily jumping from the moving vehicle during an argument. EMS evaluated and treated the individual at the scene for minor injuries, and no further action was required. Officers then returned to service.
September 17, 2026 – At approximately 1826, officers responded to a call regarding a civil dispute involving a residential construction project. A property owner reported that a construction contractor was in breach of contract by five days and requested documentation for potential legal action. The parties were advised that the disagreement was civil in nature and must be resolved through the legal process. No further police action was taken. Officers then returned to service.
September 18, 2026 – At approximately 1135, officers responded to a minor vehicular accident at a Loves truck stop. Two drivers were involved when a Toyota Tundra struck a Honda. Both parties exchanged personal, vehicle, and insurance information before leaving the scene without incident. Officers then returned back to service.
September 18, 2026 – At approximately 2130, officers responded to a call regarding shots fired in a residential area. Authorities patrolled the neighborhood and were initially unable to locate any evidence of gunfire. Officers later heard several loud bangs resembling fireworks near FM 471, but subsequent checks of the area revealed no unusual activity or hazards. Officers then returned to service
September 18, 2026 – At approximately 2150, officers responded to a library after a building was found with an open door. Authorities cleared the interior and contacted an employee, who stated the facility was closed around 1800 hours and a visitor had been inside to use the restroom shortly before closing. While checking the property, the employee discovered that a front security camera was missing, though they declined to pursue trespassing charges against the individual who had visited earlier. Officers contacted the visitor at a nearby residence, who confirmed being inside the library earlier in the day to use the restroom and stated the door was left unlocked upon departure. No further action was taken. Officers then returned to service
September 19, 2026 – At approximately 0144, officers responded to a call regarding a man sleeping on the grass next to a vehicle. Upon arrival, authorities discovered a turned-off vehicle parked on the grass that had collided with a wooden menu sign, alongside a male subject sleeping and audibly snoring on the ground. Upon waking, the subject exhibited signs of intoxication, including slurred speech, glossy eyes, and the odor of alcohol. An open container of alcohol was located inside the vehicle’s cup holder. Due to observed indicators of impairment and an inability to maintain balance, the individual was temporarily detained. State troopers were unavailable to perform standard field sobriety tests at the scene, and the insured vehicle was registered to the subject. Officers then returned to service
September 19, 2026 – At approximately 2255, officers responded to a public service call regarding an ongoing dispute between two individuals accusing each other of harassment. One party reported being harassed and claimed the other owed money and had stolen a dog years prior. Upon contacting the second party, officers reviewed text messages, voicemails, and social media evidence showing reciprocal complaints. Following inconsistent statements from the initial complainant and an investigation into the matter, both individuals were instructed to cease all contact with one another. No further action was taken. Officers then returned to service
September 20, 2026 – At approximately 1800, officers responded to a residence on Bartlett Street to provide a police standby while friends of an individual currently hospitalized retrieved personal belongings using a U-Haul. Authorities maintained order at the scene and confirmed the property owner’s consent via phone. The retrieval was completed without incident, and individuals on scene were advised to contact law enforcement if any safety issues arose. Officers then returned to service.
September 20, 2026 – At approximately 2102, while on patrol, an officer was flagged down by a concerned citizen assisting a stalled vehicle who suspected the car might be stolen. Authorities made contact with the buyer, who stated the vehicle had broken down shortly after he purchased it for $1,100 and that he wanted his money back.
A database check revealed the vehicle was not reported stolen, though it displayed mismatched license plates front and rear. Officers assisted the parties in traveling to the original seller’s residence, where the homeowner agreed the situation was a misunderstanding and issued a full cash refund to the buyer. Officers then returned back to service.
September 20, 2026 – At approximately 2120, officers and deputies responded to a call regarding a black Jeep traveling toward a local travel stop involving a reported firearm. Upon arrival, law enforcement units secured the scene and determined that the incident stemmed from a civil argument. Officers stood by to maintain peace, and no further action was required. Officers then returned back to service.
September 20, 2026 – At approximately 2151, law enforcement officers attempted to execute an active warrant at a residential location. Upon arrival, officers contacted a homeowner who stated they did not know the individual’s current whereabouts. Authorities were unable to locate the subject at the scene. Officers then returned back to service.
September 20, 2026 – At approximately 2231 , law enforcement officers successfully executed an active warrant for a probation violation involving a previous assault charge against a family or household member. Authorities verified the confirmed warrant with dispatch, located the subject, and placed him into custody without incident for transport and booking. Officers then returned back to service.

Fredrick “Fern” Davalos

2009–2026
With heavy hearts and countless happy memories, we announce the passing of Fredrick “Fern” Davalos, who departed this world in 2026 after 17 years of living life exactly as he pleased.
Fern came into the family in the most unexpected way. On Easter Sunday in April 2009, he was discovered hiding underneath the house. What began as a little dog found beneath the floorboards quickly became a lifelong member of the Davalos family.
Fern wasted no time choosing his person. He became especially close to Grandpa Juan, faithfully keeping him company and taking his role as Grandpa’s personal protector very seriously. The two shared several happy years together until Grandpa passed away in 2012.
After that, Fern redirected his attention toward Grandma Anna, whom he spent the next several years lovingly annoying. He endured—and took full advantage of—her singing “La Manita” whenever treats were involved. Fern remained by her side until her passing in 2016.
Following Grandma Anna’s passing, Fern moved to San Antonio, where he entered what can only be described as his retirement era.
There, he enjoyed the finer things in life: chasing squirrels, demanding snacks, supervising the household, and eating absolutely anything that was remotely edible. Fern loved all food, but he held a particular fondness for McDonald’s Chicken Nugget Happy Meals, which he shared on numerous occasions with his cousin Matthew.
For 17 years, Fern was a loyal companion, a professional treat enthusiast, a dedicated squirrel hunter, and a beloved member of the family. He had the remarkable ability to leave paw prints on the hearts of everyone around him.
Fern is survived by three brothers and three sisters, along with numerous nieces and nephews who will remember him fondly.
He was preceded in death by Grandpa Juan and Grandma Anna, both of whom were fortunate enough to know and love him during the earlier chapters of his life.

Rest peacefully, Fern.
May the squirrels be slow,
the treats be plentiful,
the Happy Meals never run out of nuggets,
and may someone up there finally learn to sing “La Manita” just the way Grandma did.

Virginia Frances Meyers

Virginia Frances Meyers of Devine, Tx passed away September 3, 2026 at the age of 61. She was born June 23, 1965 in San Antonio, Tx to Lawrence Busby and Dolores (Wendell, Busby) Medd. Virginia moved with her parents to Pearsall, where she graduated from Pearsall schools, married Jack Meyers in 1990 and raised her family in Devine.
Virginia was preceded in death by her Father Lawrence Busby and Brother Jerry Wayne Busby of Hondo, Tx. She is survived by her husband Jack Meyers, her mother Dolores Medd and her children.
Son Randolph Haass, wife Lauren, grandchildren Elaine and Randolph L. Haass. Son Ethan Meyers, wife Heather, grandchildren Nicolas Sparks-Meyers, Bryson Sparks-Meyers and Mark Meyers. Son Joseph Meyers. Nieces Amber Brune and Kayla Busby Robles and numerous grand nieces and nephews. Aunts Virginia Soule, Cecilia Hickman and Janet Rider.
In her earlier years she worked as a beautician in Devine then pursued her career as a bookkeeper for 20 years at Brown Chevrolet. Virginia was diagnosed with brain cancer and took it in stride as she did with all her life. Her legacy lives on through the family she cherished and the countless memories she leaves behind.
Memorials may be made in her memory to:
Mays Cancer Clinic
7979 Wurzbach Rd
San Antonio, Texas 78229
A “Celebration of Life” will be announced at a later date.

Nancy Janelle Love Bales

Nancy Janelle Love Bales, 86, of Devine, Texas, passed away on Saturday, September 12, 2026. 
Nancy was born on December 31, 1939 in Round Rock, Texas to Clyde Milton and Carrie Mae Bingham Love.  She attended Sharp Schools, in Sharp, Texas.  On September 1, 1957 she married Larry Dean Bales.  They were married for 56 wonderful years.  Larry passed away in 2013.   Nancy was a devoted mother of two sons and one daughter. She was involved in both Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts with her children, along with being a room mother at school.  She attended all sporting events.  She loved being involved in her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren’s lives.  Nancy was a mother figure to all the children in the neighborhood, and many still called her mom. 
She worked as an Activity Director {Devine} and later after going to college and earning her Administrator’s License, ran nursing homes in Pearsall and Pleasanton.  After she retired, she went to work at the Devine News and enjoyed many years with the ladies that she would call family.
She is survived by her son, Layne Bales and wife Nadine of Lytle and a daughter Kimberley Bales of Devine, 6 grandchildren. Lauren (Bales) Haass and husband Randolph, of Biry, Colton Bales of Woodinville, WA. Leslie (Bales) Raymond and husband Aubrey of Surprise, AR, Elizabeth (Libby) Bales of San Antonio, Lillie and Max Bales of Hondo. And four great-grandchildren Elaine Haass, Eleanor Raymond, Abigail Raymond, and Randolph Haass. 
Nancy was also survived by sisters Dottie “Sissie” Stevenson, and Karen “Susie” Dixon and husband Bill, her bothers Leon Love and wife Coty and Lynn “Buster” Love and brothers-in-law Bob Merritt and Paul “Krutch” Kruse, sisters-in-law Kathren Shelton, and Linda Jarvis and husband Louis along with many beloved nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her father-in-law and mother-in-law Derwood and Willie Bales, her husband Larry Dean. son Mitchell Bales, her sisters Bobbye Ruth and husband Joe Runnels, Florene “Rene” and husband J.D. Acord. Wanda Elaine “Sookie” Merritt, Judi Kruse. Brothers Jimmie and wife Barbara Love, Dennis Love, and Bryan Neal Love, brother-in-law Martin Stevenson, and Thomas Hickey. Sister-in-law Frances {Bales} Walker and husband Cliff Walker.
Memorial to be held October 10, 2026, at 11:00 am at Devine Community Center 200 East Hondo Ave, Devine, Texas.  Family and friends are invited to stay for a meal following the memorial. 

Mrs. Nancy J Bales at her desk at the Devine News office where she worked laying out the Classifieds (and entertained us) for many years. She was like a Grandma to us all and kept us all in line on press day. She was a beloved mama, memaw, and friend.

Warhorses, Mustangs collide in District 14-3A showdown; Kickoff at 7pm

Varsity Warhorse #23 Logan Alexander(bottom) with the touchdown as #74 Logan Duncan peels the defender off him. Photo by Brigid Howard.

Jerel Beaty
Staff writer
Devine and Natalia both enter Friday night 1-0 in district play and if the opening week of District 14-3A DI play was any indication, this showdown in Warhorse Stadium should come with plenty of fireworks. Although both are beginning district with identical records they arrived there in dramatically different fashions.
The Warhorses opened district play by taking a 62-0 victory over Crystal City and pitching a shutout while turning the scoreboard into a very one-sided affair. Natalia, meanwhile, engaged in a much different kind of offensive fireworks display, outlasting Lytle 60-43 in a game that saw the Mustangs erupt for 38 points in the second half including 24 points in the fourth quarter alone.
And while 60 points would normally be enough to dominate the headlines, Natalia’s offensive production went well beyond the scoreboard as Mustang quarterback Leo Cortinas (#1) carried the ball 39 times for a staggering 468 yards and seven touchdowns as Natalia piled up 687 total yards against the Pirates. Cortinas earned San Antonio Express News Offensive Player of the Week for his Legacy Bowl performance against Lytle.
For Devine Head Coach Jacob Campsey, slowing the Mustang attack starts with slowing down the player at the center of it. “It all starts and ends with their QB who does a phenomenal job operating their offense and is a really good leader and competitor,” Campsey said. “We have to make sure he doesn’t beat us in the run game first and foremost.”
That will be easier said than done as Campsey noted that Natalia does an excellent job creating opportunities for Cortinas in the running game, meaning the Warhorse defense will have to…LOGIN TO CONTINUE READING at www.devinenewsmembers.com. You will get instant access to our full E-edition, and begin getting the newspaper delivered to your home next week for $42 a year in Medina County. Support important local city, county, and school news like this!

5-0 DHS Tennis plays for District Championship Sept. 23 at Uvalde

Varsity Warhorse Billy Shuler won his singles matchup at the Crystal City matchup where Devine dominated. Photo by Mandy Geries.

Jerel Beaty
Staff writer
The time is now for DHS Team Tennis to secure the first of what is hopefully many district championships over the course of the school year for the Warhorses and Arabians. Devine travels to Uvalde for their most important match to date as two undefeated teams fight for a single championship plaque.
Head Coach Kandi Darnell has her team rolling in district play as they sit 5-0 in the district standings after crushing Crystal City 14-5 a week ago. Devine plays Uvalde then finishes off conference play with a match against Pleasanton on September 30.
The tough nonconference matches have served the Arabians and Warhorses well, with another tough one against…LOGIN TO CONTINUE READING at www.devinenewsmembers.com. You will get instant access to our full E-edition, and begin getting the newspaper delivered to your home next week for $42 a year in Medina County. Support important local city, county, and school news like this!