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Completion of new Lytle water tower expected in mid-September

Lytle City Attorney Austin Beck addresses the city council Monday regarding an engagement letter to hire Houston-based BrooksWatson to perform the city’s fiscal year 2025-2026 financial audit. (Photo by Anton Riecher)

By Anton Riecher
Erection of Lytle’s long-delayed elevated water storage tank is expected by July 8 with completion, including painting and inspection, by mid-September, an engineering contractor reported to the city council Monday night.
Scott Horowitz of TRC Engineers said that the project is one to two weeks behind schedule, citing a revamped timeline provided by project contractor, Avon, IN-based Phoenix Fabricators and Erectors.
“The contractor explained that it’s partly due to the inclement weather that they’ve had in the past 30 days or so,” he said.
Painting will begin immediately after erection and take about 30 days. After painting and inspection, remaining work should take another 35 days.
Originally slated for construction in February, Phoenix Fabricators blamed labor shortages and massive increase in demand for tank construction for the initial delay. The company faces a substantial penalty on its final bill for the lengthy setbacks, city staff has previously said.
Once completed, bringing the new water tower online will require careful balancing of the entire city water system to avoid problems, especially for commercial users, Mayor Ruben Gonzalez said.
In other business, the council unanimously approved an engagement letter with Houston-based auditing firm BrooksWatson & Co. covering the city audit for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026. This is the second consecutive audit by BrooksWatson performed for the city.
Action on engaging the firm had previously been tabled to allow staff to work with the firm on accountability measures such as moving the report deadline from March to February with BrooksWatson providing an update on the audit’s status in January.
Council members including District 4 Alderman Michael Rodriguez raised concerns that the draft did not include liquidated damages or monetary penalties for missed deadlines.
“If I’m not mistaken I saw nowhere in there where there were provisions for damages liquidation or damages for them not fulfilling their part,” Rodriguez said.
City Attorney Austin Beck with Davidson Troilio Ream and Garza reported that BrooksWatson was unwilling to agree to such monetary requirements. If the council insists, it would likely require finding another auditor with that requirement included in the RFQ (request for quote).
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The San Antonio Spurs: The reason I exist

Matthew “Moose” Lopez
Sports Editor
Being born in San Antonio means you inherently hold three things close to your heart: Your favorite breakfast tacos, what side of town you’re from and the San Antonio Spurs.
The Spurs have been a pillar in the community since before I could even formulate a sentence. San Antonio is a basketball city. Babies are given basketballs with their birth details at hospitals. Images of Tim Duncan, Tony Parker, Manu Ginobili and Gregg Popovich pepper the outsides of buildings and the insides of bars and restaurants, serving as shining symbols of consistent excellence fortified by a passion to win as a group, ever as an individual.
I couldn’t tell you where it all started. I wasn’t born when David Robinson or Duncan got drafted. When I was barely three years old, the Spurs were on championship number two of their five ring dynasty. By the time I was graduating Middle School, the Spurs had taken down the infamous Lebron James led Miami Heat after losing to them in seven games the year before. The city-wide party that erupted in 2014 was an experience I’ll never forget. The streets were flooded with honking cars, cheering fans and smiling faces. When the Spurs are successful, the city has a buzz to it, as if the trials and tribulations of life melt away once tip-off happens. The Spurs are the only prominent professional sports team (save for the rising star of the Missions) in San Antonio, so rooting for the home team feels all the more gratifying when your whole city unifies for it. 
However, the last few years would see the Spurs fall out of relevance. The team has missed the playoffs the past six years and the franchise cornerstone players had all left or retired. The Spurs teams that people grew up with and the names the community had ingrained in their psyche were gone. The quiet dominance of the silver and black soon faded into the history of the NBA. The city stopped caring as much and who could blame them, winning wasn’t a luxury but an expectation. To be honest there wasn’t much to cheer for anyways, for a while they were one of the worst teams in the league. I have to admit that Spurs fans are spoiled. We’ve known nothing but victory for the better part of two decades.
Now the Spurs are back in the NBA Finals, a familiar place for the organization and the city, but the faces that got them there are as green as they come. San Antonio has fully backed this new young squad with the ferocity and passion of my formative years. This wasn’t an overnight change, this was built up all season. This team of young talented players had to prove to the city that they were worth its unwavering support and they did so ten-fold. Going into the season, the average fan had reasonable expectations of simply making it to the playoffs. It was a very realistic goal given how much talent the roster had. Soon, Spurs fans and the entire NBA would realize that these young hoopers were capable of so much more. This team is unquestionably ahead of schedule. They soon rose from an exciting up-and-coming team to title contenders in a matter of months. For the first time in my adult life, the Spurs are good and that sentiment applies to a lot of the population in San Antonio. I think that’s what makes this run all the more special for the community as a whole. For the older generation, they are seeing a return to form while the younger fans are witnessing the beginning of a potential dynasty; both have been starved to see a winning Spurs season. The excitement and buzz the city once had in my childhood has returned and now you can’t go anywhere without someone talking about the team or talking about the game from the other night. People I’ve known for years and have never once mentioned basketball in a sentence are bringing up which referees will be officiating the Spurs games. It’s not just in San Antonio though, the silver and black fandom reaches all the way here in Medina County. I see trucks with huge Spurs flags waving behind coming down East Hondo Avenue here in Devine. People from Natalia brandishing spurs shirts on game days. Lytle hosting huge watch parties at various establishments. They’re not even from San Antonio but the excitement for the team is as passionate as anyone from the 210.
Sports are funny because it’s such a physical and tactile thing, but the concepts and emotions surrounding it are so abstract. I can’t tell you why I cried when the Spurs beat the Oklahoma City Thunder to advance to the finals. I can’t explain why families come together to watch the games. I can’t describe why complete strangers are embracing in the streets after every Spurs win. The only rationale I can come up with is that it makes people happy and sometimes that’s the only explanation needed. At the time of press, the Spurs just took a big win in game three over New York at Madison Square Garden. San Antonio is trailing the Knicks 1-2 in the series, but no matter how this series plays out, I’ll be tuned into every game. The roller coaster of emotions that comes with supporting your team is what makes sports so special.

Upcoming local events

June
10 – Free Summer Kid Movie Series at Castroville Rainbow Theater showing How to Train Your Dragon at 10:30 a.m.
10 – Lytle Public Library Story Time from 10:30 – 11 a.m. | Ages 2-5
10 – Devine Driscoll Public Library Sit & Stitch Club from 6 – 7:30 p.m. | Ages 15+
11 – Free Summer Kid Movie Series at Castroville Rainbow Theater showing How to Train Your Dragon at 10:30 a.m.
11 – Lytle Public Library Craft With Us from 5:30 – 7 p.m.
11 – Live Music at Cora’s 471 Grill featuring Eric Middleton from Midnight River Choir at 7 p.m.
12 – VBS Safari Adventure from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. at Crossroads Community Church
12 – Devine Driscoll Public Library Plant Swap from 2 -3 p.m. | No Reservations Required
12 – Wrestling Throwdown at 7 p.m. 15126 Main St Lytle, TX 78052 United States
12 – Pop-Up and Rummage Sale from 8am – 3pm at Lucky Clover Coffee Shop Lytle Tx
13 – Pop-Up and Rummage Sale from 8am – 3pm at Lucky Clover Coffee Shop Lytle Tx
13 – Live Music at Cora’s 471 Grill featuring Timber Wilde, Bo Bumble, and Garrett Mann at 7 p.m.
13 – City of Devine Flag Day Celebration at Briscoe City Park
15 – Summer Teen Club – Candy Sushi Making from 4 – 5:30 p.m. at Devine Driscoll Public Library | Ages 13-18 | Registration Required
16 – Devine Driscoll Public Library Hand Embroidery Club from 5:30 – 7 p.m.| Ages 14 & older | Registration Required
16 – Regular Devine City Council Meeting at 6 p.m. at Devine Community Center
17 – Lytle Public Library Story Time from 10:30 – 11 a.m. | Ages 2-5
17 – Free Summer Kid Movie Series at Castroville Rainbow Theater showing Gabby’s Dollhouse at 10:30 a.m.
18 – Free Summer Kid Movie Series at Castroville Rainbow Theater showing Gabby’s Dollhouse at 10:30 a.m.
18 – Live Music at Cora’s 471 Grill featuring Lonestar Gentry from the Pat Green Band at 7 p.m.
18 – Lytle Public Library Craft With Us from 5:30 – 7 p.m.
20 – Live Music at Cora’s 471 Grill featuring JP McCabe at 7 p.m.
20 – Devine Saturday Night Lights – College Street Market from 5 – 9 p.m. in downtown Devine
20 – Moon & Makers Market from 5 – 11 p.m. at Dahlgreen Food Truck Park in Somerset
20 – Comedy Night at Lytle Memorial VFW Post 12041 | Doors Open 6 p.m. | Show Starts 7 p.m.
22 – Lytle City Council Meeting at 6:30 p.m.
24 – Free Summer Kid Movie Series at Castroville Rainbow Theater showing Dog Man at 10:30 a.m.
24 – Lytle Public Library Story Time from 10:30 – 11 a.m. | Ages 2-5
25 – Free Summer Kid Movie Series at Castroville Rainbow Theater showing Dog Man at 10:30 a.m.
25 – Live Music at Cora’s 471 Grill featuring Damon Curtis & Mikele Buck at 7 p.m.
25 – Lytle Public Library Craft With Us from 5:30 – 7 p.m.
27 – Ritual & Restore Market from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Texicana Boutique | Lytle Tx
27 – Live Music at Cora’s 471 Grill featuring Kristin Foreman at 7 p.m.
If you want to add an event to this calendar, please email devinereporter@devinenews.com or call (830) 665 – 2211 and leave a message for Brianna.

Michael Ralph Franks

Michael Ralph Franks, a beloved son, brother, and friend, passed away at the age of 76 on Monday, June 8, 2026, at the La Casita Care Program in San Antonio, Texas. A former resident of Devine, Texas, Mike leaves behind cherished memories and the warmth of a loving family.
Born on October 6, 1949, in San Antonio, Michael was the son of Ralph Ervin Franks and Dorothy Evelyn Collard, both of whom preceded him in death. He is also preceded in death by his brother-in-law, David Fargason, and his niece, Donna Fargason Powe. Mike is survived by his sisters, June Fargason and Cynthia Morris (Jack) of Devine, Texas, along with his nieces Carolyn Evermon (Travis), Julie Pritchard (Todd), and Karen Zacharias Enax (Blake). He was a proud uncle to many great-nieces and nephews.
Michael’s early years were spent in the Black Creek Community, where he developed a strong connection to country life and the Black Creek Baptist Church. When the family transitioned to city living in Devine, Mike attended Devine High School and graduated in 1967. His high school years were filled with adventure as he participated in football, track, FFA, and even pitched watermelons at the Fargason Farm.
After high school, Mike attended Tarleton State University before bravely serving in the Navy on the USS Valcour. Upon returning home, he honed his construction skills under the guidance of his cousins, Charles C. Bruton, and Charles Fischer, and later built homes, hotels, and businesses across Texas. His heart remained with his family, and he cherished the time spent at the Fargason Farm with his sister, June, and her family. Family gatherings-especially during Christmas-were filled with laughter and cherished memories. His generosity also included gifting wedding dresses, wedding cake, and Rodeo tickets.
Sadly, as the years progressed, Mike faced health challenges post-COVID, leading him to spend the last chapters of his life in various healthcare facilities. The family extends heartfelt gratitude to La Casita Care Program and its compassionate staff, who took such wonderful care of him during this difficult time.
We know that he is with his heavenly father and all of his heavenly family. His broken health and broken spirit are now healed, and he is rejoicing.
In honor of Michael’s life, Visitation will be held on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 10:00 A.M. with Memorial Services beginning at 11:00 A.M. at Black Creek Baptist Church in Devine, Texas, with service to conclude at the Church.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Black Creek Baptist Church of Devine, Texas.
Anyone wishing to leave condolences, share memories, or sign the online guestbook may do so by visiting www.primrosefuneralservices.com Arrangements are under the direction of Primrose Funeral Services, 303 W. College Ave., Devine, Texas 78016, (830) 663-4445.

Helen Solis Gallegos

Helen Solis Gallegos, of Castroville, Texas, passed away June 5, 2026 at the age of 91. She was born May 15, 1935 in Castroville, Texas, one of seven children born to Jesus and Maria Hernandez Solis.
On February 11, 1956, Helen married Stevan R. Gallegos at St. Louis Catholic Church in Castroville. Stevan passed away on December 26, 2025, just a few months before their seventieth wedding anniversary. Their marriage was blessed with six children.
Helen was a member of the St. Ann’s Altar Society and the Guadalupana Society at St. Louis Catholic Church.
Survivors include her children, Richard Gallegos (Maritza) of Alexandria, Virginia, Steve Gallegos (Gail) of Sanger, Mickey Gallegos of Castroville, Kenny Gallegos (Melissa) of Castroville, Stefanie Gallegos of San Antonio, and Felicia Larson (Dane) of Round Rock; grandchildren, Breslly Perez, Nicole Jones (Terry), Chris Gallegos, Alicia Gallegos, Aimee Lee (Jerry), Alex Robertson (Ryan), Ken Gallegos, Amanda Griggs (Justan), Megan Gallegos, Gerald Gallegos, Karina Cardenas, Carissa Cardenas, Tyce Larson, and Kolby Larson; ten great-grandchildren; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
Helen was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Stevan R. Gallegos; brothers, Jessie Solis, Joe Solis, David Solis, Rudy Solis, Sr., and John “Johnny” Solis; and sister, Lucia Reyna.
Visitation will be Tuesday, June 16, 2026 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Tondre-Guinn Funeral Home, with the Holy Rosary recited at 5:30 p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at St. Louis Catholic Church. Interment will follow at St. Louis Catholic Cemetery in Castroville, Texas.
One of Helen and Stevan’s last requests was for them to be buried together at the same time. Their request will be honored and Stevan’s urn will be placed in the casket with Helen. As Stevan was a retired Lt. Col in the United States Air Force, Military Honors will be rendered for him during their joint committal service and burial at St. Louis Catholic Cemetery.
Memorials may be made in Helen’s memory to St. Louis Catholic School, Blessed Moye Catholic School, or to the charity of your choice.
Arrangements by Tondre-Guinn Funeral Home. www.tondre-guinn.com

Local Police Report

Devine Police Report

May 29
15:08PM – Officer assisted MCSO on Teel Dr with subject who had a gun.
15:28PM – MSCO reported a two vehicle accident on 300 Teel Dr. Both parties exchanged information.
19:41PM – Complainant on IH 35 reported theft in the amount of $89.98. Subject was cited and released with a citation.
20:13PM – MSCO reported two vehicle accident on Teel Dr. Both parties exchanged information.
22:06PM – MSCO reported suspicious activity on Upson Dr of dark SUV parked across street from complainant. All was okay.
May 30
18:24PM – MSCO reported suspicious activity on Windy Knoll Dr – 3 females seen jumping fence across city park. Unable to locate.
May 31
0:01AM – Officer assisted MSCO on CR 775 with a disturbance. One female arrested.
17:58PM – MSCO reported suspicious activity – blue Chevy trail blazer driving around Atkins Ave area.
June 1
12:13PM – Complainant on Briscoe Ave referenced a blue truck hauling shrubs nearly striking her vehicle on two separate occasions. Appeared to be a FM driver possibly on cellular device. Unable to locate.
18:48PM – Officer assisted MSCO with translating for a traffic complaint that occurred on IH 35.
June 2
7:28AM – Complainant on Transportation Dr called in reference to a traffic violation. Subject was cited.
14:22PM – Officer provided back up for MSCO on Hondo Ave.
19:20PM – Complainant reported suspicious activity on Hondo Ave in reference to male at location. Contact was made with owner, who advised she gave male permission to be at residence.
22:24PM – City ordinance violation on SH 132 in reference to subject in grey Nissan Versa playing loud music for 2 hours. Made contact with male subject. Music was turned off.
June 3
15:45 – Caller on Hondo Ave reported minor accident between two vehicles. Courtesy ride given to Unit 1 by Friendly Glens.
June 4
06:58AM – Traffic complaint in reference to road rage – Ford Mustang slamming on his brakes.
10:53AM – Complainant on Martin Dr called in reference to 18 wheeler blocking roadway. Officer made location. 18 wheeler moved out of roadway. TxDot was notified for diesel spill.
16:31PM – Warrant service on Teel Dr for male subject resisting officer and manufacturing controlled substance. Subject jailed.
22:00PM – Caller on Hondo Ave turned in a social security card.

Natalia Police Report

June 1, 2026
6:45 PM – Civil Matter – 600 block of Seventh Street. Officers responded to a civil dispute. Information was gathered and parties were advised of civil remedies.
June 3, 2026
12:46 PM – Minor Accident – 21548 FM 471 – Incident report completed regarding a minor traffic accident. No major injuries reported.
7:25 AM – Animal Control – 600 block of Seventh Street – Officers responded to a report of loose animals within the city limits. Area checked and appropriate action taken.
8:47 AM – Assistance Call – Chubby’s, Natalia – Officer provided assistance regarding a non-criminal matter.
12:46 PM – Minor Accident – Love’s Truck Stop, 21548 FM 471 – Officers investigated a minor vehicle accident.
June 4, 2026
10:23 AM – Information Report (Code Compliance) – 100 block of Third Street – Information report documented.
10:27 AM – Information Report (CC) – 100 block of Sixth Street – Information report documented.
10:32 AM – Information Report (CC) – 600 block of Kearney Street Information report documented.
10:44 AM – Information Report (CC) – 400 block of Bartlett Street Information report documented.
10:47 AM – Information Report (CC) – 300 block of Bartlett Street Information report documented.
11:03 AM – Information Report (CC) – 700 block of Seventh Street Information report documented.
11:37 AM – Information Report (CC) – 200 block of Aubrey Street – Information report documented.
12:29 PM – Information Report – Location: Natalia ISD – Information report documented.
June 5, 2026
1:20 AM – Cresson Street and Third Street – A suspicious circumstance investigation was conducted; no one was located.
June 6, 2026
1:36 AM – Reckless Driving – FM 471 & 5th Street – Officers responded to reports of reckless driving. Investigation conducted and report submitted.
4:19 PM – Hospice Death – 500 block of Sixth Street – Officers responded to a hospice death. Notification and documentation completed.
June 7, 2026
10:59 AM – Minor Accident – 1900 block of Hwy 132 – Officers investigated a minor traffic accident.
4:06 PM – Civil Matter – 500 block of Seventh Street – Officers responded to a civil dispute and provided guidance to the involved parties.

Lytle Police Report

Monday, June 01
3:00 AM – 19500 Blk. McDonald St. – Officers responded to a report of suspicious activity to discover everything was okay.
7:07 AM – 14500 Blk. Main St. – Officer responded to remove a kitten caught in the wheel well of the caller’s vehicle.
9:43 AM – 15600 Blk. FM 463 – Officer received information regarding the illegal dumping of brush on FM 463.
11:00 AM – Lytle PD – Officer spoke with a complainant regarding false documents from a previous case.
11:06 AM – 19900 Blk. Lonesome Dove – Officer received information regarding the construction of a table that was paid for but never completed.
12:15 PM – Assist San Antonio PD –14600 Blk. FM 2790 – Officer responded to retrieve a stolen Glock 17 from a San Antonio Theft that was sold at the Pawn Shop. The weapon was then released to the San Antonio PD.
1:17 PM – 14600 Blk. Main St. – Officer responded to a 911 hang-up and determined it was an accidental call.
1:48 PM – 19200 Blk. Main St. – Officer initiated a traffic stop on Railroad St. for an expired motor vehicle registration, which resulted in the towing of a 1999 Chevrolet Silverado for fictitious MVR, no insurance, and no driver’s license.
4:36 PM – 18100 Blk. Ball Rd. – Officer responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle to discover the driver was a vendor with a scheduled appointment.
4:59 PM – 19300 Blk. McDonald St. – Officer responded to a report of suspicious person and issued a Criminal Trespass Warning to an unwanted customer.
9:48 PM – 19500 Blk. McDonald St. – Officer responded to unlock a 2018 Ford Escape.
Tuesday, June 02
2:30 AM – 15000 Blk. Main St. – Officer observed a male and provided a courtesy ride to his home.
11:45 AM – 14600 Blk. FM 2790 – Officer responded and issued a Criminal Trespass Warning to an unwanted customer.
11:55 AM – 18900 Blk. FM 2790 – Officer responded to a report of a reckless driver.
7:01 PM – 14800 Blk. Main St. – Officer responded to unlock a 2021 Toyota Corolla.
9:57 PM – 14800 Blk. Lytle-Somerset – Officer responded to unlock a vehicle.
Wednesday, June 03
1:05 AM – 14900 Blk. Lytle-Somerset – Officer responded to the death of a 67-year-old female.
3:00 AM – Lytle PD – Officer spoke to a complainant on the phone regarding child custody and his girlfriend being unfaithful.
7:03 AM – 19300 Blk. McDonald St. – Officer responded to unlock a 2011 Chrysler 200.
10:00 AM – Pleasanton, Texas – Officer conducted a follow-up on an open case.
1:15 PM – 19200 Blk. McDonald St. – Officer responded to a report of a vehicle rolling into the building. No damage was observed to the building or vehicle by the officer.
3:30 PM – 16200 Blk. Farmer – Officer responded to a report of an unknown male attempting to enter his residence and determined it was a construction worker trying to enter the wrong address.
4:15 PM – 19000 Blk. Mason St. – Officer responded to a welfare check and discovered everyone was okay.
6:22 PM – Assist Atascosa County Sheriff’s Office – 18500 Blk. IH 35 – Officers responded outside the city limits of Lytle to assist with a 911 hangup. Everything was okay.
10:09 PM – John Lott Park – Officers responded to a report of a runaway juvenile. The 16-year-old male juvenile was located and returned to his mother after an argument at the park.
11:23 PM – 14600 Blk. FM 2790 – Officer initiated a traffic stop for driving on an improved shoulder, which resulted in the arrest of an 18 year old male for an active felony warrant out of Bexar County for Assault Family/Household Member Impeding Breath/Circulation. Subject was booked into the Atascosa County Jail.
Thursday, June 04
2:11 AM – FM 2790 @ CR 681 – Officers observed a suspicious male walking and provided him a courtesy ride to his residence.
2:38 AM – FM 2790 @ Main St. – Officer initiated a traffic stop for failing to stop at a designated point, which resulted in the arrest of a 27 year old male for Driving While Intoxicated-Drugs. Subject was booked into the Atascosa County Jail.
8:23 AM – Diaz St. @ Main St. – Officer was notified that the train was blocking the intersection due to a mechanical problem.
3:55 PM – 19500 Blk. S. Somerset St. – Officer responded to a welfare check, but the resident’s vehicle was not there.
9:15 PM – 15100 Blk. Magnolia St. – Officer responded to a report of yelling and possible gunfire. Officers contacted a male at the home and determined everything was okay.
11:01 PM – S. Benton St. @ Hester St. – Officers observed a male walking with an AR-15 Pistol, which resulted in the arrest of a 39 year old male, for Possession of a Firearm by a Felon, an active warrant out of the Austin Parole Division, and Public Intoxication. Subject was booked into the Atascosa County Jail.
11:21 PM – 19500 Blk. McDonald St. – Officer responded to unlock a vehicle.
Friday, June 05
12:50 PM – 14800 Blk. Main St. – Officers provided a funeral escort.
3:26 PM – 15100 Blk. Main St. – Officer responded to a report of a suspicious male but was unable to locate him.
5:00 PM – Lytle – Officer conducted a follow-up investigation on an open case.
Saturday, June 06
4:30 AM – 19500 Blk. McDonald St. – Officer responded to an unwanted customer who was escorted off the property.
6:27 AM – 19500 Blk. McDonald St. – Officer responded to a report of a homeless male sleeping on the sidewalk.
9:39 AM – S. Somerset St. @ Oak St. – Officer observed a blue Chevrolet Silverado in the middle of the roadway with a male walking around the truck. Everything was okay.
10:59 AM – Lytle-Somerset – Officer responded to a report of an 18-wheeler blocking the roadway but was unable to locate it.
12:55 PM – 19300 Blk. McDonald St. – Officer responded to a two-vehicle non-injury accident.
3:12 PM – Pine St. – Officer observed the train blocking the crossing and notified Union Pacific Railroad.
9:21 PM – Assist Atascosa County Sheriff’s Office – Officers assisted EMS with a patient involved in a traffic accident outside the city limits of Lytle.
10:01 PM – 14500 Blk. Main St. – Officers responded to an active alarm. The business was secure.
Sunday, June 07
12:30 AM – Main St. @ Somerset St. – Officer responded to a report of a reckless driver but could not locate the vehicle.
1:10 AM – IH 35 @ MM 131 – Officer responded to a report of a reckless driver but could not locate the vehicle.
11:08 AM – Diaz St. – Officer responded to a report that a train was blocking the intersection due to a mechanical
problem.
5:10 PM – 18300 Blk. Wisdom Rd. – Officer observed loose goats outside their fence and notified their owner.
6:00 PM – Assist Medina County Sheriff’s Office – Lytle – Officer was advised of a vehicle pursuit in Medina County approaching Lytle. The call was canceled when MCSO stopped the vehicle before entering Lytle.
10:10 PM – 19500 Blk. McDonald St. – Officer responded to a report of Criminal Trespassing. A 70 year old male was arrested for Criminal Trespass and booked into the Atascosa County Jail.

Summer Entertainment 2026 @ the Driscoll Public Library

Devine – This summer’s activities and entertainment kicks off Wednesday, June 3rd at 1:00 pm with the return of Bonzo Crunch and his magical show. Bonzo last visited the library in 2011 and we are so excited to have him bringing his clown antics and magical wonders back to us. This program is first come, first seat with a capacity of 200. As with all programs at the library admission is free and this show is open to all ages. Childcare facilities must call in advance to reserve space this allows us to ensure the general public space also.
Afternoon @ the Movies – this year we will travel back in time and all our features will be the original versions of popular animated movies. Summer schedule is Wednesdays: June 10th –Toy Story I (G-80 min); June 24th – Shrek I (PG-90 min); July 1st – Land Before Time (G-70 min); July 15th – Jumanji (PG-104 min); July 22nd – Anastasia (G-94 min). Doors open at 12:30 pm show time is 1:00 pm. Attendees are welcome to bring a blanket and pillow to enjoy the movie. All youth will be provided a snack and drink courtesy of HEB Helping Here. Capacity limit for movie events is 215.
We are excited to welcome Happy Tails Entertainment back to the library on Wednesday, June 17th at 1:00 pm. The show features 6 different exotic animals and attendees learn each animal’s lifestyle and habits. Do they make a good pet or not? At the close of the show a couple of the animals will be available for photo ops. Doors for this event will open at 12:30 pm and admittance is on a first come basis. There is…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 $36 a year in Medina County. Support important local city, county, and school news like this!

Remarks by Secretary of War Pete Hegseth at the 82nd Anniversary of theD-Day Landings at Normandy American Cemetery(As Delivered) June 6, 2026

A World War II veteran is welcomed upon arrival at Deauville-Normandy Airport in France, June 3, 2026. Veterans traveled to Normandy to attend events commemorating the 82nd anniversary of the D-Day landings and to honor those who fought. Photo by Army Sgt. 1st Class Christopher Osburn.

Source: War.gov
Well, Minister, Ambassador Kushner, Mr. Rose, Chairman Kane, distinguished guests, and most importantly, our veterans. Thank you for being here to commemorate the 82nd anniversary, 82 years young of D-Day. God bless you all.
It is a profound privilege to be with you today on these hallowed grounds. This is not merely a resting place. It is a monument to the unyielding spirit of the American warrior. A testament to the supreme sacrifices our warriors made to liberate an entire continent from the grip of tyranny. We remain ever grateful to the French government, our ally for 250 years for dedicating this land to our fallen.
For every American who visits, it is uniquely stirring to see the stars and stripes proudly flying here in eternal vigil over the thousands of crosses and stars, As a former superintendent of this cemetery once said, looking over the graves, “there they are still serving their country.”
Eighty two years ago today, the survival of Western civilization hung in the balance. Dark forces had swept across Europe. Hitler boasted that his Atlantic wall was impenetrable, but our enemy made a fatal miscalculation. They underestimated the unbreakable will of the American fighting man. The task was daunting, a frontal assault across the churning English Channel directly into beaches and cliffs fortified with iron, concrete, and heavy artillery. An impossible mission, a suicidal mission, the mission of free men. Freedom’s only hope, no turning back.
Alongside the brave forces of Great Britain, Canada, France, Norway, Poland, and our other capable and steadfast allies, the United States military spearheaded a great crusade to shatter the Nazi war machine and liberate a continent. Our troops carried with them the inspiring words of General Eisenhower, but more importantly, they carried the hopes and the prayers of a free world. They embarked into the dark, choppy waters, knowing that many would not return home.
As the ambassador said, ordinary men, extraordinary courage. Like American patriots throughout our history, from Lexington to Gettysburg, they relied on one another, trusting their brothers and their cause. Before dawn, American paratroopers and gliders plunged into the abyss, lit only by enemy tracer fire. Chaotic drops, and fierce resistance, they adapted, they rallied, and they fought. A triumph of American ingenuity and initiative over the rigid mechanized thinking of the enemy. We retain that advantage still today. Sergeant William Ashbrook of the 101st Airborne, the Screaming Eagles looked out of his plane to the site below, saying there were so many boats in the channel, he said that it seemed as if you could step out of the plane and walk to France on top of them. Speed and scale, scale only the American war machine could produce, and we are producing again today. May we learn from this past.
Later that Tuesday morning, the greatest amphibious assault in human history was unleashed. Our American warriors set out to take Omaha and Utah beaches. They rode in Higgins boats, a master stroke of American engineering, manufactured by the blue-collar grit of 20,000 workers in New Orleans. The ramps of those boats dropped, and our men threw themselves, hurled themselves into the waves and onto the blood-stained sand. The courage, the sheer courage that it took to charge into that hailstorm of machine gun fire and artillery, almost unfathomable.
I tell my kids who join us today, and they can barely relate, it barely computes. Who could? Our forefathers did what those men did here. We ask ourselves, could we, and may we always ask. The first waves of soldiers took devastating casualties, thousands of our absolute best cut down. But the American war fighter never quit. Fueled by an unwavering love of country and the men beside them, they pushed forward. They chose to face death rather than surrender or quit, and as they fought inch by bloody inch, the Atlantic wall crumbled. They were indeed the greatest generation. Farm boys from the heartland and city dwellers from the coast, teachers and shopkeepers. The Americans buried here are our very best. Full stop.
War reveals the true character of a nation and her men. The courage of the men who stormed these beaches is the courage that defines the United States of America. May it always. May we earn it. And remember what they did here. The souls here earned it, and we are blessed to have a number of such warriors in our presence again today. They are a living embodiment of the warrior ethos we today revive at the Department of War.
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Meet Felipe … a charismatic, charming teen

Meet Felipe, he is a charismatic, charming teen who is easy to get along with, as he prides himself in being honest and respectful.
During his free time, Felipe enjoys playing sports outside with others his age. He also enjoys playing online video games, along with listening to a variety of music, whether it be to fall asleep or just as a past time.
At school he likes and does well in all of his classes. Felipe enjoys cooking for himself as a method of displaying independence and enjoys cooking meals for those he cares deeply about. Felipe’s passion for cooking has inspired him to want to pursue a career as culinary chef and perhaps open his own restaurant.
Felipe can be competitive when it comes to his hobbies which are basketball, football, and he is a fan of the Baltimore Ravens.
Felipe says he is looking forward to being adopted by his forever family, one he can share new experiences and endeavors with, making new memories with his new family.
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Spikes deployed… Suspect arrested after long chase to Devine area

A pursuit for a driver in a stolen vehicle went quite a ways before ultimately ending on CR 5710 just outside of Devine this Sunday afternoon, where deputies had the road blocked off just before Calame Store. It looked…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 $36 a year in Medina County. Support important local city, county, and school news like this!