By Matthew “Moose” Lopez and Kayleen Holder
If you talked to Cara “Care Bear” Garcia, you wouldn’t think she had just gone through a life altering event. Instead, you’d find an energized and optimistic high school senior, excited about college and eager to begin her next chapter in life.
Garcia spent 68 days in the hospital, two weeks in intensive care, and underwent multiple surgeries after a head-on collision in front of Medina Valley High School September 13, 2024. In the following weeks and months, people from all over the United States were touched by her story.
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Warhorse golf District 27-4A Runner-Up
Ramirez, Sollock, Gallegos, Williamson, & Valles Regional Bound
Jerel Beaty
Staff Writer
Devine shot a two-day score of 660 to place behind only team champion Pleasanton who posted 636 at the March 31, April 1 District 27-4A Golf Tournament. Day One was played in Uvalde, Day Two in Floresville.
Jameson Ramirez, Jacob Sollock, Aaron Gallegos, Gavin Williamson, and Eli Valles now advance to Regional along with Head Coach Mark Mangold and assistant coach Jacob Alegria.
Ramirez led the Horses with 156 (80/76) and placed 5th overall followed by Sollock with 160 (84/76) while placing 6th overall.
Gallegos was next with 161 (77/84-7th), then Williamson at 188 (91/97-17th), and Valles 192 (100/92).
Team rankings
1st Pleasanton 636 (322/314), 2nd Devine 660 (332/328), 3rd Floresville 661 (340/321), 4th Uvalde 731 (362/369), 5th Floresville “B” 759 (404/355), 6th Carrizo Springs 776 (404/372).
Arabian Golf takesDistrict Championship!
Schaefer, Morales, Ramirez, Marek, & Balderrama are Regional Bound
Jerel Beaty
Staff Writer
Devine clinched the District 27-4A Golf Championship with their two-day score of 752, which was 58 strokes ahead of runner-up Pleasanton who posted 810. Floresville was an even more-distant third with 938.
Day One was played in Uvalde on March 31, followed by Day Two in Floresville on April 1.
Brianna Schaefer, Gabby Morales, Mackenzie Ramirez, Kenadi Marek, and Briana Balderrama await Regional along with Head Coach Mark Mangold and assistant coach Jacob Alegria.
Schaefer played tremendous as she was 2nd Medalist overall after shooting 91 on Day One and 87 on Day Two for a two-day score of 178. Her 178 was only two shy of district champion Payton Garza of Pleasanton who posted 176 (88/88).
Morales had a terrific outing as well as she placed 3rd overall with a 185 (93/92).
Ramirez gave Devine three of the top four spots as she finished 4th overall, also with a 185 (91/94).
Marek was barely out of the top 5 as she placed 6th with a score of 205 (96/109).
Balderrama came in 11th place overall at 220 (112/108).
Kenzie Schott played as an individual medalist and place 15th overall at 234 (116/118).
Team rankings
1st Devine 178 (91/87), 2nd Pleasanton 810 (403/407), 3rd Floresville 938 (468/470), 4th Somerset 1,010 (505/505), 5th Carrizo Springs 1,072 (544/528).
Local Crime Report
Lytle Police Report
Monday, March 31
3:13 AM – IH 35 NB @ MM 131 – Officers responded to a report of a reckless driver and discovered an elderly female with two blown tires. Her son was enroute to assist with repairs.
3:43 AM – 15100 Blk. Main St. – Officer responded to a report of a suspicious person to discover a female requesting a ride.
8:23 AM – 19525 McDonald St. – Officers responded to check on an elderly female. Everything was okay.
12:00 PM – Lytle PD – Officer spoke to a complainant on the phone regarding an unwanted visitor at his residence.
12:10 PM – 14600 Blk. FM 2790 – Officer responded to a two-vehicle non-injury accident.
12:55 PM – Assist HSI – 16500 Blk. Wisdom Rd. – Officers responded to assist Homeland Security with an investigation.
2:26 PM – 16500 Blk. Wisdom Rd. – Officer responded to a two-vehicle non-injury accident.
2:33 PM – 14900 Blk. Main St. – Officer responded to check on a parked vehicle.
4:24 PM – Main St. @ McDonald St. – Officer responded to a two-vehicle non-injury hit and run accident.
9:08 PM – 19500 Blk. S. Benton St. – Officers responded to a check on a juvenile. The case is under investigation.
Tuesday, April 01
12:55 AM – 14800 Blk. Main St. – Officer responded to an active alarm. The business was secure.
4:58 AM – FM 2790 @ Farmer – Officers responded to assist a motorist with changing a flat tire.
5:32 AM – 19900 Blk. FM 3175 – Officers responded to an unruly consumer. The consumer was transported to the San Antonio Behavioral Hospital for an Emergency Detention.
9:20 AM – Main St. @ Martin St. – Officers responded to a two-vehicle non-injury accident.
12:31 PM – 15000 Blk. Main St. – Officers responded to a two-vehicle non-injury accident.
12:31 PM – Lytle PD – Officers spoke to a victim of bank fraud for $204.95. The bank was not in Lytle and the transaction originated in Pennsylvania. The male received his money back from the bank.
1:38 PM – IH 35 @ MM 132 – Officer responded to a report of road rage between two vehicles.
2:32 PM – 19300 Blk. McDonald St. – Officer initiated a traffic stop for an expired motor vehicle registration which resulted in the arrest of a 42 year old female for POCS. Subject was booked into the Atascosa County Jail.
4:24 PM – 15000 Blk. Adams St. – Officer responded to a report of an intoxicated male. A 46 year old male was arrested for public intoxication and booked into the Atascosa County Jail.
5:30 PM – 19900 Blk. IH 35 SB – Officer conducted a fire inspection for a food trailer.
7:08 PM – 19500 Blk. McDonald St. – Officers responded to a two-vehicle non-injury accident.
9:04 PM – 14800 Blk. Main St. – Officers located a male illegally dumping trash into a private dumpster.
9:49 PM – 19800 Blk. Creek St. – Officer responded to a report of possible harassment.
10:24 PM – FM 3175 @ IH 35 NB Frontage Rd. – Officers responded to check on a male walking on the roadway.
Wednesday, April 02
2:00 AM – 14800 Blk. Main St. – Officer responded to an active alarm. The business was secure.
5:10 AM – 19500 Blk. IH 35 – Officer responded to a report of a suspicious van. Everything was okay.
6:46 AM – 18900 Blk. FM 2790 – Officer responded to a report of a tree branch in the roadway. Public Works was contacted.
12:15 PM – Lytle PD – Officer received a found wallet and returned the wallet to the owner.
2:09 PM – 17100 Blk. SH 132 – Officer responded to unlock a 2001 Chevrolet Silverado.
4:26 PM – 14800 Blk. Star Cross Trail – Officers responded to a vehicle blocking a driveway.
7:25 PM – Wisdom Rd. @ Tippen Rd. – Officers responded to a report of a loose goat.
9:09 PM – 15100 Blk. Norvell St. – Officers responded to a report of a Rattlesnake at a residence.
Thursday, April 03
1:35 AM – Saddle Ridge Subdivision – Officer responded to an active construction alarm. Everything was okay.
8:57 AM – Main St. @ FM 2790 – Officer responded to a two-vehicle non-injury accident.
10:58 AM – 100 Blk. CR 6843 – Officer responded to a report that of suspicious activity that occurred at 2:00 AM.
2:15 PM – 19300 Blk. McDonald St. – Officer responded to a report of a stolen black 2020 Ford F250 between 5:30 AM to 1:30 PM.
3:22 PM – 19500 Blk. McDonald St. – Officers responded to a two-vehicle non-injury accident.
5:07 PM – Lytle PD – Officer spoke to a parent regarding a civil matter.
7:57 PM – 18000 Blk. Wisdom Rd. – Officers responded to a report of gunfire but could not locate where the shots originated.
8:47 PM – Main St. @ Benton St. – Officers initiated a traffic stop for failing to yield the right of way which resulted in the arrest of a 56 year old female for Possession of a Controlled substance, Failure to ID Fugitive from Justice, and an active warrant out of Atascosa County for Possession of a Controlled Substance. Subject was booked into the Atascosa County Jail.
9:33 PM – 18000 Wisdom Rd. – Officer responded to a 911 hang up. Everything was okay.
10:00 PM – 15200 Blk. Main St. – Officer responded to a report of a child on a bicycle in the middle of the roadway but could not locate her.
10:13 PM 20200 Blk. IH 35 – Officer responded to a report of a male sleeping in a vehicle. Everything was okay.
Friday, April 04
1:12 AM – 19300 Blk. McDonald St. – Officer responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle to discover everything was okay.
8:55 AM – 19300 Blk. McDonald St. – Officer released a set of Jeep keys belonging to the dealership.
9:15 AM – Assist Code Compliance Official– 14800 Blk. Main St. – Officers responded to assist in an administrative search warrant for a building inspection.
10:15 AM – 14900 Blk. Main St. – Officers responded to an active alarm. Everything was okay.
12:20 PM – 19500 Blk. IH 35 – Officer responded to unwanted homeless females in front of the store who were panhandling.
2:07 PM – Main St. & Priest Blvd. – Officer responded to a civil matter regarding a vehicle.
6:10 PM – 14900 Blk. Main St. – Officer responded to an active alarm. Everything was okay.
7:14 PM – Assist Lytle Animal Control – 19300 Blk. McDonald St. – Officer responded to stray kittens at the HEB. Animal Control took possession of the cats.
7:18 PM – McDonald St. @ Railroad St. – Officer initiated a traffic stop for disregarding a stop sign that resulted in the arrest of an 18 year old male for unlawfully carrying a weapon. A 17 year old male and a 16 year old male were issued a citation and released for possession of drug paraphernalia. Subject was booked into the Atascosa County Jail.
Saturday, April 05
12:19 AM – 15300 Blk. Main St. – Officers responded to a civil matter regarding a parked vehicle in front of the store.
5:05 AM – 20000 Huckleberry St. – Officers responded to an active disturbance. The parties were separated for the night.
5:55 AM – Lytle Farms Subdivision – Officer responded to an active alarm. Everything was okay.
7:25 AM – 14800 Blk. Main St. – Officer responded to an active alarm. The business was secure.
7:42 AM – 14900 Blk. Main St. – Officers responded to an active alarm. Everything was okay.
9:47 AM – 19500 Blk. S. Benton St. – Officers responded to a welfare check that resulted in the arrest of a 54 year old female for Assault. Subject was booked into the Atascosa County Jail.
11:55 AM – Lytle Farms Subdivision – Officer responded to an active alarm. Everything was okay.
11:55 PM – 14800 Blk. Main St. – Officer responded to an active alarm. The business was secure.
Sunday, April 06
1:30 AM – Main St. @ Benton City Rd. – Officers initiated a traffic stop for speeding that resulted in two juveniles being released to their guardians, charges are pending.
3:53 AM – Assist Medina County Sheriff’s Office – 15000 Blk. Main St. – Officers responded to look for a missing 12-year-old female missing from outside the city limits of Lytle but could not locate her.
7:56 AM – 14800 Blk. Main St. – Officer responded to an active alarm. Everything was okay.
8:24 PM – 19300 Blk. McDonald St. – Complainant reported a GPS “ping” off his stolen trailer. Officers located a stolen Ford F150 out of Kendall County, a Utility Trailer, a Suspected Stolen Skid Steer, and a Power Washer out of San Antonio that resulted in the arrest of a 25 year old male for Theft and Possession of a Controlled Substance. Subject was booked into the Atascosa County Jail.
Devine Police Report
March 28
6:16AM – Complainant on Devine Dr advised someone beating on their front door. No one answered call back on door. Residence was secured.
17:15PM – Individual on Hondo Ave giving away puppies was advised they needed to get a solicitors permit.
19:48PM – Complainant on Windy Knoll Dr advised checking property due to seeing possible stolen property at another location that had been inside the residence 2 days prior.
22:42PM – Officer served warrant on male for poss pg 2 less 1 gram. Subject jailed.
23:00PM – Officer served nine Devine municipal warrants on male. Subject jailed.
March 29
21:29PM – Complainant on Hondo Ave advised of suspicious male at library. ID’d by police.
22:43PM – Officer dispatched to IH 35 S in reference to male shoplifting. Citation issued.
March 30
0:49AM – Officer dispatched to FM 463 for Silver Chevy pickup all over roadway. Sobriety test conducted and citation issued.
2:55AM – Complainant on Windy Knoll called in reference to window to house open again. Cleared house and more items appear to be gone.
19:34PM – MCSO called in reference to black truck with driver smoking weed on Teel Dr. Driver left prior to arrival. Unable to locate.
March 31
14:23PM – Complainant on Dixon Dr called in reference to suspicious male wearing all black that keeps going in and out of store. Sitting on side of building when officer made location. Male ID’d by police and left location.
19:51PM – Assisted MCSO with traffic stop on Hondo Ave W. Male subject ran on foot, last seen on W Benton.
22:28PM – Report of suspicious male by storage units on Teel Dr. Officers made contact with male subject. All okay.
April 1
1:30AM – Officer dispatched to IH 35 NB for report of car hauler on fire. Rear axle had caught fire.
7:20AM – Complainant on Bright Dr N called in reference to male and female arguing. All okay.
10:41AM – Complainant advised of lost set of keys.
19:26PM – Officer dispatched to Flores Dr – male arrived causing issued with ex girlfriend. Male taken to University Hospital for emergency detention.
April 2
10:02AM – Officer dispatched to Moore Ave W in reference to male and female disturbance. All okay.
21:34PM – Complainant on Rosewood called in reference to a physical disturbance between two family members.
April 3
10:08AM – Officer dispatched to Hondo Ave E for verbal disturbance between customers and owners regarding smell of illegal narcotic in room and additional fees added to room. Customer ID’d by police.
16:22PM – Officer dispatched to Hondo Ave W for emergency detention. Therapist on tele-call with patient. Male patient having suicidal ideations, requesting transport to hospital. Taken to Methodist Specialty and Transplant to be admitted.
16:40PM – Complainant on IH 35 S called in reference to a van full (between 15-20) Hispanic males “cat calling” her 9 year old daughter. Officers made location and made contact with some of the males who stated they were field workers coming from Florida on their way back to Mexico.
Dr. John Satterfield Fordtran
Dr. John Satterfield Fordtran, a devoted family man, award winning doctor and researcher, and true Texas cowboy, passed away peacefully surrounded by family at his beloved farm on February 23, 2025, at the age of 93.
Born November 15, 1931, in San Antonio, Texas, John was the middle child of William Moore and Josephine Bell Fordtran. Together with his sisters, Josephine “Dodie” Fordtran Bain and Agnes “Aggie” Fordtran Kendrick, John was raised on a dairy farm in Stockdale, Texas, where early in life he developed an appreciation for hard work, a lesson that would shape his future both in medicine and on the land he cherished.
John’s high school years were spent as a boarding student at Texas Military Institute in San Antonio, and summers were spent at Camp Rio Vista in Ingram, Texas. Upon high school graduation, his father gave him three career choices: doctor, lawyer, or engineer. With a heart for helping others, John chose to study biology at The University of Texas at Austin. That is where he met the love of his life, Jewel Ruth Evans. They were married on July 25, 1953, and built a life filled with love and unending devotion. Together, John and Jewel raised four wonderful children and later welcomed five grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
After college, John and Jewel moved to New Orleans where John attended medical school at Tulane University. After residency training in internal medicine at Parkland Memorial Hospital in Dallas, John joined the US Public Health Service, spending a short period at the National Institutes of Health before being called to the Navajo Indian Hospital in Fort Defiance, Arizona for 16 months. This experience deepened John’s dedication to patient care. He then completed a two-year fellowship in Gastroenterology in Boston before joining the faculty at UT Southwestern Medical School in Dallas in 1962. He remained there until 1979, when he moved to Baylor University Medical Center in Dallas, eventually serving as Chief of Internal Medicine. This was a role he cherished as it allowed him to continue groundbreaking research while mentoring the next generation of physicians. He also served as President of the Baylor Research Institute. To his great delight, he was even awarded an “honorary registered nurse” certificate, a title he treasured. John remained at Baylor Scott & White in various roles until he retired in 2023 at the age of 91.
John dedicated his career to medical research, helping countless patients and leaving an indelible mark on the field worldwide. Despite his many professional achievements, he never sought recognition. His accolades are too numerous to mention, but many stood out. John was the founding co-editor of the textbook Gastrointestinal Disease, now in its 10th edition. He received the distinguished Achievement Award from the American Gastroenterological Association, served as President of the American Society for Clinical Investigation, earned The King Faisal International Prize in Medicine (Saudi Arabia), was elected to The Fellowship in the Royal College of Physicians (London, England), received an Honorary Degree from the Karl Franzens University (Graz, Austria), received the Dallas Historical Society Award for Excellence in Community Service in Health and Science, and countless more.
Beyond the lab and hospital, John, who was lovingly called Johnny by his family, found his greatest peace on horseback, checking on his cows, and entertaining family and friends at his beloved farm near Tioga, Texas. If he wasn’t in the saddle or at the lab, in earlier years you could find him on the tennis court, proving he was just as much an ace with a racket as he was in the medical field. A man of simple pleasures, he never turned down a cold Dr Pepper or a sleeve of peanut butter crackers or Hershey Kisses. These small indulgences brought him joy throughout his life, along with his Ford pick-up trucks!
One of Johnny’s greatest delights in life was attending the annual Fordtran Family Reunion. Over 100 descendants of his parents, affectionately known as Gonny and Poppy, gathered each summer to share memories and stories. He never missed the highlight of the event, the family talent show performed by the younger generations, which was a tradition that filled his heart with pride and laughter.
John was a devoted husband, a loving father, and an adoring grandfather and great-grandfather. His generosity knew no bounds, whether in the kindness he extended to friends and colleagues or the unwavering support he gave his family. To those who knew him, he was more than a brilliant doctor. He was a mentor, a storyteller, a man of integrity, and a rock of quiet strength and humility. He lived an extraordinary life, one marked not just by professional excellence, but by kindness and an unshakable love for those around him.
John is survived by his wife of more than 71 years, Jewel; four children and their spouses: William “Bill” Fordtran (Micki), Bess Stone (Bryan), Josephine “Joey” Wolf (Mark), and Amy Garrison (Rick); five grandchildren and their spouses: Emily Stone Wheeler (Patrick), Sarah Stone Teten (William), Andrew Stone, Richard “Trey” Garrison (Brooke), and William “Will” Garrison; and six great-grandchildren: Willa, Luke, and Sarita Wheeler, and Catherine “Kiki”, John, and Bessie Teten.
The family wishes to express their heartfelt appreciation and gratitude to Terri Honeywell for providing John with great comfort, exceptional care and loving friendship. The family also sincerely thanks Rolando Andeverde for his diligent care of John’s farm and livestock for many years. Both Terri and Rolando’s devoted support enabled John to spend his final years at the farm he so loved.
It’s nearly impossible to sum up such an extraordinary life in a few words, but John’s legacy lives on in the lives he touched, the knowledge he shared, and the family he cherished above all else. His was a life well lived, full of purpose, hard work, and boundless love. John will be deeply missed, but forever remembered.
A Memorial Service and reception will be held on Monday, March 10, 2025, at 2:00 pm at Sparkman-Hillcrest Chapel. A Service will be held on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at 10:00 A.m. at First Baptist Church of Devine, Texas with interment to follow in Evergreen Cemetery.
Donations can be made by check to Fordtran Internal Medicine Education Fund #53937or online through the BSW Foundation or to the charity of your choice.
Q & A By Richard Neel, MD, MPH
In your opinion, what three tests tells you the most about a patient’s health in general?
“A complete blood count can tell you a lot,” Neel said. “The Chem 8 would be another one. It will tell me the electrolyte status, blood sugar, and kidney function, and a urinalysis is another test that gives us a lot of information. A complete Chem Panel will tell us the function of the liver, kidneys, and the gallbladder.”
What came first…fever or congestion?
We’ve all been told that antibiotics can only treat bacterial illness, but viruses just have to run its course. But when you go in to see the doctor, communicating the signs and symptoms in the order they occurred may be more important than you think.
“When a child starts out with congestion first, and then comes out with a fever, it’s more likely to be bacterial,” Dr. Neel said. “However, if the fever is first, and then followed by congestion a few days later—that indicates a viral illness.”
Lab work will help determine viral versus bacterial illness, but knowing the order that symptoms presented themselves is also an important part of the equation, and will be helpful information.
Leaving Mr. Potato Head
“The body is a sacred garment.”
Martha Graham
As I age, my concern is that I am becoming more and more like Mr. Potato Head. Not only does he have a potato head, but he also appears to have an unhealthy potato body. I suspect he is carrying some visceral fat. I may have some too, and this can be a problem.
Visceral fat is often hidden. You can appear fit and trim, more like G.I. Joe than Mr. Potato Head, and still be carrying dangerous visceral fat. Maybe we can shed some of this stuff. I am trying to learn.
Visceral fat is the most dangerous fat in our bodies. It is fat that we can’t see, nestled deep inside and wrapped around our organs. Visceral fat destroys our health, turning our bodies into a breeding ground for disease and discomfort. Visceral fat can trigger inflammation, pump out harmful chemicals, and wreck our hormones. And you don’t have to be overweight to carry visceral fat. You can look fit and still have gobs of silent visceral fat lurking inside your body.
Visceral fat buildup is caused by our lifestyle. One factor is diet, not how much we eat, but what we eat. Ultra-processed foods, sugary snacks, and alcohol all spike our insulin levels and shove our bodies into fat storage mode. Lack of exercise, especially strength training, is another contributor. Stress and the resulting cortisol help your body layer on fat as well. And poor sleep is the icing on the cake for visceral fat. Restorative sleep is the foundation of good health. Lack of quality sleep raises your cortisol levels and ruins your body’s ability to burn fat.
How can you tell if you are carrying visceral fat? I wanted to know this. At 6’ 3” and 200 pounds, I thought I was in relatively good shape (or maybe borderline good shape). Here are some ways to determine if you have visceral fat buildup in your body. First, check your waistline. The waistline test says that if you’re over 40 inches, this is not a good sign. The height to waist ratio is a better gauge. Your waist measurement should be less than half your height. You might also consider the body shape check. If your belly is hard and round, that is visceral fat. Soft and squishy is not great, but better. This is less dangerous subcutaneous fat. Another clue are energy and cravings. If you find that you are tired and sluggish, have brain fog, and crave sugar, these are sure signs of visceral fat.
How do we beat our visceral fat? We can take practical steps to burn it off and keep it off. Here’s how to do it…
Eat Smart – Do not eat less. Instead, eat smart. You can eat in a way that fosters fat burning and stops your body from storing fat. Eat more protein. Protein boosts your metabolism, protects muscle, and keeps you feeling full. Make sure you have some protein on your plate at every meal. And cut back on ultra-processed foods. Some of the best sources of protein are eggs, meat, milk, yogurt, and cheese. Also, eat plenty of fiber, fruits and vegetables, fresh or frozen. It’s okay to eat carbs, just choose whole carbs like sweet potatoes, lentils, oats, and rice. Your goal should be to eat nutrient-dense foods. And reduce your sugar consumption. It’s okay to include some treats that you enjoy. If your diet is too restrictive, this won’t work. Follow the 80/20 rule (80% of food for function / 20% you can eat for fun). And cut back on alcohol, drinking packs on visceral fat. When you drink your liver is too busy processing the alcohol to burn fat.
Strength Training – Start lifting weights, three times a week. Focus on building muscle. Forget about burning calories. More muscle equals a faster metabolism and more fat burning, even at rest.
Manage Your Stress – Do whatever necessary to reduce your stress level. If you are constantly stressed, you are pumping cortisol and storing visceral fat.
Walk Every Day – Walking is one of the best ways to exercise without stressing your body. Walking will help you relax, reduce your cortisol levels, and boost your metabolism. Shoot for 8,000 – 10,000 steps a day.
Sleep – Sleep like your life depends on it. It literally does. Try to get 7-9 hours of sleep each night. Make sure your bedroom is quiet, dark, and cool. And put your phone away. No screens for 30 minutes before bed. Screen exposure messes with your circadian rhythm and suppresses the production of melatonin destroying your sleep.
Give this a try. Burn off that visceral fat, stay healthy, and leave Mr. Potato Head behind.
© 2025 Jody Dyer
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Devine Lions Club golf tournament set for June
The 35th Annual Devine Lions Club Golf Tournament will be held on Saturday, June 7 with a shotgun start at 10 a.m.
Chartered on April 22, 1952, the Lions Club can be found all over the United States and are the largest service organization in the world.
“We help in all different aspects of the community,” Devine Lions Club president Lewis Stroud said.
Stroud, who has been president for 25-30 years, says that their annual golf tournament is the only fundraiser and all the funds accumulated go right back to Devine, which includes non-profits and scholarships.
“We help Devine Salvation Army, Mission Devine, and we give 2,000 dollar scholarships to two Devine ISD seniors,” Stroud said. “Anywhere there’s a need, there’s a lion.”
Devine Lions Club help other non-profits such as Medina County Livestock Show, Devine Little League, Devine Youth Sports Association, Devine EMS, Devine VFD, Friends of the Devine Library, Devine Food Pantry, Medina County Crime Stoppers, Devine PD Blue Santa, Medina County Sheriff’s Brown Santa, Devine Police Nightout, Gift of Hope, and so many more.
“Hole sponsors are also very important,” Stroud said. “Hole sponsors pay $100, which is a form of donation — all donations of any amount will gladly be accepted.”
There will be three member teams, Men and Women.
Individual entry fee will be $100, this includes the cart, green fees, and beverages and one mulligan will be $10.
First place team will win $750 — sponsored by Brown Chevrolet, second place team will win $570 — sponsored by Chaparral Ford, third place team will win $450 — sponsored by American Momentum Bank.
Entry deadline is Saturday, June 7 and mail entry fee, form and check(s) will go to Devine Golf Course, 116 Malone Drive, Devine, Texas 78016. Please include entry fee for each golfer listed. If fewer than three golfers are listed, Devine Lions Club will complete the threesome from individual entries. To reserve a cart, or for more information, please call the Devine Golf Course at 830-665-9943.
Coin collection worth over $27,000 dollars ransacked in Atascosa County
CRIME OF THE WEEK: The Atascosa County Sheriff’s Office along with Crime Stoppers is hoping that a reward of up to FIVE THOUSAND-DOLLARS being offered for one week only will help solve the burglary of a residence in the 3000 block of Bruce Road, 4 miles north of the city of Leming off US 281.
On Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at about 2:40 pm Atascosa County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to a residence in the 3000 block of Bruce Road to meet with the homeowner for a burglary of the residence. It was reported to Deputies that the homeowner left out of town on Thursday, March 20, 2025. The neighbor went to feed animals on March 24, 2025, at about 10:00 am and discovered the back door to the residence was forced open. Once the homeowner arrived back at the property on March 25, 2025, the homeowner found the residence ransacked and numerous coins from a coin collection were stolen. The coins consisted of Liberty Head nickels, Washington Head quarters, Liberty Standing quarters, silver dollars, Eisenhower dollars, Buffalo nickels, Franklin half dollars, Kennedy half dollars, Roosevelt dimes, Mercury dimes and half dollars. There was also an 1881 gold coin and 40 – 1 oz silver bars taken. The estimated value of the stolen property is over $27,000.00.
Investigators have some leads in this case and are in need of your assistance to help solve it. If anyone has any more information on these cases or knows who committed the crimes, they are urged to call Crime Stoppers immediately and be eligible for the large cash reward. Remember Crime Stoppers guarantees that you may remain anonymous.
Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $5,000.00 cash reward for one week only for information that leads to the arrest and grand jury indictment of the person or persons responsible for this crime. Crime Stoppers also pays cash rewards for information on any unsolved felony offense. When you call Crime Stoppers you will not be asked to reveal your name. You will be assigned a code number instead. To be eligible for this reward you must call Crime Stoppers at 830-769-2255.
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2025 Devine Homecoming – Sept. 26-27
DHS Class of ’75 – Cheerleaders – Mascots – Pep Squad to be Honored at DExSTA Social!
Hey Devine Ex-Students & Teachers! Mark your calendars for the 2025 Devine Homecoming weekend to be held on September 26 & 27.
It all starts with the Friday night football game at Warhorse Stadium, followed by a Saturday afternoon gathering of all alumni at the “old Green Alamo” which is now the Devine VFW on College Avenue.
The Devine Ex-Student/Teacher Association (DExSTA) will be honoring the 50th Reunion Class of 1975 and all past Cheerleaders, Mascots, and Pep Squad members on Saturday afternoon with alumni from many decades! Make plans to be there with your fellow classmates and teachers!
More Homecoming information will be announced in the coming weeks, so keep updated through The Devine News and on the Facebook page for the Devine Ex-Students/Teachers Association!
*DExSTA Pres. Nancy Ehlinger Saathoff contact info: gnsaathoff@aol.com or 210-289-6205