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One that got away: Arabians drop 43-40 decision to Somerset

Varsity Arabian #20 Caroline Suhr looks to pass the ball as the defense collapses on her during Devine’s dominant win over Charlotte. Photo by Moose Lopez.

Jerel Beaty
Staff writer
The Arabians were spot-on for most of their important 27-4A matchup against rival Somerset, building as much as a 15-point lead at one point in the third quarter. Things quickly turned in favor of the Lady Bulldogs after that as Somerset stormed back for the 43-40 win on their home court on January 2.
The Arabians defense…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!

Bulldogs edge Warhorses 45-42

Varsity Warhorse Jordan Beaver pushes the ball up the court with his head up looking for the open man during Devine’s game against Davenport. Photo by Moose Lopez.

Jerel Beaty
Staff writer
It was definitely a nip and tuck affair between Devine Warhorses and Somerset Bulldogs on January 2 with both teams desperately wanting to escape with an all-important 27-4A victory. Unfortunately for Devine, the Bulldogs came out on top in round one on their home court by a final score of 45-42.
While neither team…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!

Warhorse freshman put a leash on Bulldogs 48-42

Warhorse freshman Collier Paige rejects a Somerset shot attempt.

Jerel Beaty
Staff writer
The freshmen Warhorse basketball team picked up an impressive road win over Somerset, defeating the Bulldogs 48-42 on January 2. Nate Valle led…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!

Lady Pirates rolling with 3 straight W’s

Varsity Lady Pirate Zabella Garza stops to pop the shot on the baseline in Lytle’s overtime win against Cotulla. Photo from Lori Wilson.

Matthew “Moose” Lopez
Sports editor
The Lytle Lady Pirates started district play blisteringly hot, taking down Dilley 34-32, Poteet 40-29 then beating Cotulla in overtime 39-35. Lytle currently holds first place in the district standings and looks to continue their dominant crusade through the season.
Head coach Lori Wilson said they “beat the teams we needed to beat” over the break and noted it is no surprise that the girls are playing lights-out as of late. Lytle’s…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!

Mustangs kick off 2026 with a big win over Jourdanton

Varsity Mustang #20 Maddox Corker looks to move the ball on the perimeter against SA Memorial. Photo by Moose Lopez.

Matthew “Moose” Lopez
Sports editor
The Natalia varsity Mustangs started district and 2026 undefeated with a 48-31 win over Jourdanton. The Mustangs have an overall record of 5-9 and hold the second place spot in the district standings. Although district play just began, the Mustangs have started off on the right foot.
Head coach Justin Welsh said the win over the Indians began before their team even hit the floor. Welsh said the team was…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!

Natalia Lady Mustangs: Finding the steps to success

Varsity Lady Mustangs #12 Kaylee Uviedo and #10 Kaecey Velasquez navigate the defense on the baseline for an out of bounds play during Natalia’s game against Kennedy. Photo by Moose Lopez.

Matthew “Moose” Lopez
Sports editor
The Natalia Lady Mustangs dropped their third district game against the Jourdanton Squaws, 22-68. Natalia has an overall record of 8-17 and sits at the eighth spot in the district standings. 
Head coach Steven Spangler noted that while the team lost, he believes they performed better than in recent games. Spangler said they knew…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!

Lytle Pirates basketball: Unity begets Victory

Varsity Pirate #3 Weston Jackson drives baseline for the layup during Lytle’s away game against YMLA. Photo by Moose Lopez.

Matthew “Moose” Lopez
Sports editor
The varsity Lytle Pirates started the new year off with a 88-70 win over Cotulla, in their first district game of the season. The Pirates secured fourth place in the district standings and have an overall record of 12-9.
Head coach Arturo Vela said their game 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 $36 a year in Medina County. Support important local city, county, and school news like this!

Severo… adventures, legos,and superheroes are some of my favorite things

Severo is a sweet and energetic boy.  He is very adventurous and is always up for trying new things.  Severo likes the outdoors and likes to play outside and jump on the trampoline. This really helps him channel his awesome energy.
 He loves being kept busy and really enjoys collecting action figures with Toy Story and Avengers, being his favorites.
 Severo also enjoys coloring, drawing, and watching movies. He loves playing basketball and riding his bike. He also likes playing with Legos and playing video games likes Minecraft
 He has a fun personality and may dress up for Halloween as Woody from Toy Story or Captain America.
 Severo advised he wants to have a good job when he grows up as he young and undecided on what he wants to do when he gets older, Severo has mentioned he thinks he would like to be a plumber.
 Severo is seeking to be adopted by a two-parent home with a mother and father to help guide him into his teen years and adulthood, providing him a loving safe home to grow into his full potential.
 In his own words …”My energy is electrifying!”…..
 If you think you could be a forever family for Severo or another Texas child, please call 1-800-233-3405 for more information or visit www.adoptchildren.org or www.heartgallerystx.org. 

A picture of a distant past…

Local man Don Bottoms, of Devine, brought in this treasure of a photo taken during the “Salvage for Victory” campaign launched during World War II, shortly after the attack on Pearl Harbor. He was just a young man then (pictured on the far right), and in the photo above he and his buddies are collecting scrap metal to be melted down and used to build ships, airplanes, ammo, and other things associated with the war effort.
“We would go from home to home asking ladies if they had any pots and pans they didn’t use or any kind of scrap metal or steel,” Bottoms recalls. “In the picture you can see an old lantern, bicycle rim, hot water heater, and car parts. We would take it to the drop off site, and the Army would pick it up and melt it down to be used for guns, airplane parts, whatever they needed.”
Thanks to Mr. Bottoms for sharing this piece of local history!