Come on out and join the Devine Education Foundation for a Casino Night this Friday from 6-10 p.m. at the Devine Community Center. The event is being hosted by the foundation to raise money to support the students and staff at Devine ISD. “Our mission is about kids and staff. We raise money to help with items and programs the normal budget cannot,” Mrs. Brenda Gardner, DEF executive director, said. Contact Brenda Gardner to purchase tickets, brenda.gardner@devineisd.org or call the Central Office, 830-851-0710. “It will be a fun evening. Plus, we have lots of Silent Auction items,” she said. Items include a large basket of Mary Kay body care products along with some wine, a Jon Hart Revolver Holder and Shag Bag from Mag’s Place, Quarry Golf for four, two pieces of French Kande Jewelry, Orka Ice Chest, Guided Bay Fishing for two, Meat Box, Deathgrip Precision Tripod, Toolbox from Alamo Truck Accessories, Fire Pit, Yeti Bucket Plus, Tito’s Basket, Golf at Castroville, and Elmer T Whiskey. “We will have more items that evening. We still have tickets left, so I hope lots will come help us in our mission to help those in our school district,” Gardner said.
“I want to thank everyone for the prayers and support for my sister in law Tina (Barron) Finto and her family”, said Kim Finto. She was diagnosed with stage 4 gall bladder cancer earlier this month. She is a kind and generous person always willing to lend a helping hand to family and friends and the community. “We will be having a benefit for her at our next Market Day here at Brown Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram on January 14th. We will have drawings and will be selling BBQ brisket plates with all the trimmings. If you or someone you know would like to donate items for our drawings, please let me know as soon as possible so we can get the tickets made up”. said Kim. If you plan on donating items, please let me know what they are, and pictures would be great so that I can post them to our event. Again, thank you so much for all the love and support for Tina Finto, Charles and Christy. To help contact Kim Finto, 210-825-5390, kimfinto@browndodge.com or kimfinto@gmail.com
Over the years Claude Butch Morgan has shared the stage with greats such as Willie Nelson and Hank Williams Jr.
Local musician Claude Butch Morgan will be performing at Bon Cafe every Tuesday from 6-8 pm. It will bring back many old memories of times past, he said. “The start of my musical history is right here in good old Devine. I wrote my first song in 1963 at my parent’s house at 601 Mockingbird Lane, I’ve written 1,000’s since that time,” Morgan said. “I had several bands while in high school here, The Electras, The Illusions, The Shannon’s, and Chapter XVI. I don’t remember all the details. I was busy and not taking good notes. “Somewhere around 1964/65 our band “The Illusions” opened a teen club in what was the Wooten Bakery, (now “the Bon Cafe.”) We called it, “The Illusions A Go-Go.” “I think it was only on Saturday evenings and I’m not sure how long it lasted, but not long. “Across the street was Schott’s Model Market. Out front of it there were two soda machines. We realized soon that teenagers wanted sodas. They would run across the street and buy them. So I had a brilliant idea. I started getting there early on Saturdays and buying up all of Mr. Schott’s sodas, paying full price, then I’d bring them across the street to The Illusions A Go-Go and sell them, adding another nickel to the price we paid and wah la, we made a little profit and it kept our fans at the Go-Go! “We did that a few Saturdays until my mother got a phone call from Mr. Schott. He was not happy about us emptying his machine on Saturday night and told my mother just that. My mom was on our side of course and quickly said to him, “I thought selling sodas was the point of your machine.” He replied, “Yea but they’re taking them across the street to the Go-Go and selling them for a profit!” Mom said, “Well with all due respect, they paid for them and technically aren’t yours anymore right?” “We never heard another thing about it. “I tell you this because I am once again playing in this historic old building. Starting on Tuesday, Nov 29th from 6-8pm, I will be performing some of the songs I’ve written, as well as some old favorites you might recognize. “We are calling this event The TUnESDAY Music club. Nothing would please us more than to have you make it your weekly hang. I promise good, wholesome music with uplifting lyrics and joyful attitude. “I will do my very best to put a smile on your face and promise you won’t have to go across the street to get something to drink. The Bon Cafe has great non-alcoholic beverages and pastries for you to enjoy. “Please consider this your personal invitation to join “The TuNESDAY Music Club.”
(Castroville, Texas – November 8, 2022) The City of Castroville will host the first Castroville Business Power Lunch Workshop on December 7, 2022, at 11 a.m. – 12 p.m., at Sammy’s Restaurant, in Castroville. The workshop theme is “Getting access to capital for your business.” The workshop will feature information about state and federal funding opportunities available to businesses or aspiring entrepreneurs. “As a Texas business owner, I know first-hand the challenges that business owners across the state face, especially when looking for working capital to grow a business. My goal is to share information about various funding sources and how to meet funding requirements and position your business to successfully obtain capital, says Janice M. Gonzalez, Owner of Founder, EMC Strategy Group, LLC. The City of Castroville will host monthly lunch workshops throughout the year aimed at supporting business development and job creation in support of economic development. This workshop luncheon is sponsored by EMC Strategy Group, LLC. Space is limited to the first 15 businesses that register. Register by email to Mitchell.gonzalez@emcstrategygroup.com.
Devine Education Foundation will host a Casino Night Friday, Dec. 2 at the Devine Community Center from 6-10 p.m. The event is being sponsored to raise money to help fund DISD programs and teaching grants. In only its second year, the foundation has awarded $15,000 to help fund the newly organized Fire/EMT Academy and to help lower tuition costs for students taking dual-credit courses at DHS. Several teaching grants will be awarded in the next few weeks. Casino Night will feature lots of fun, food, and a Silent Auction. “We are excited to bring this to our community. It will be a fun evening and help our students and staff in the process,” Mrs. Brenda Gardner, DEF executive director, said. Because of space, only 325 tickets will be sold. Only those 21 and over will be allowed to attend. Tickets may be purchased by contacting Gardner at brenda.gardner@devineisd.org or calling 830-851-0717.
The Natalia ISD Mustang Band and Agriculture Program are joining forces to raise funds. The funds raised will support program needs, enrich experiences, and provide scholarships for students. Join us on December 17th at 1:00 pm for golf, games, shopping, Santa, and more! Golf Tournament: 4-person scramble with cash prizes for the top three teams. Location: Devine Golf Course 1:00 pm shot gun start. You can sign up your team by calling Devine Golf Course (830) 665-9943. $100 per person, includes cart, meal, and drink. Shopping: Come shop local vendors and small businesses. Great time to find those special gifts for the holidays! Santa & Hot Chocolate: Santa will make a very special visit to take pictures with kids of all ages. Enjoy some hot chocolate and goodies with Santa. There will be music entertainment and games as well! Stop by on December 17th starting at 1:00 pm to support amazing programs at Natalia ISD!
Devine Athletic Booster Club will be hosting a Varsity Fall Sports Banquet on Sunday, December 4th, 2022 in the DHS Gymnasium. The meal will be served beginning at 4:00 pm and the program will begin at 5:00pm. Varsity Athletes being recognized will include Football, Cheer, Volleyball, Cross Country and Team Tennis. Meal tickets will be on sale for $10 for anyone wishing to attend the Fall Sports Banquet. You may purchase a ticket at any DSAC home basketball game at concession, DHS office, or DABC board member n(Alison Brown, Stacy Guzman, Emily Reyes, Leslie Pike, Kim Aaron) beginning Monday October 31st thru Friday November 18th. Varsity Athletes will receive their ticket from their coach prior to the banquet.
Singer/Songwriter and Country Music Artist Nate DeLeon grew up right here in Medina County. He has quickly gained traction in the music scene and recently released his debut album “Houston”, which is streaming on all platforms.
The 1st ever Heart of a Mustang Toy Drive and Scholarship program Dinner and Dance is set for Saturday, November 19th at the South Texas Events Center (Rics) in Devine. Come out and join Natalia’s own Nate De Leon, as he will headline the event that will take place to raise money for the big toy drive that is right around the corner. Dinner The event will kick-off at 7:00 p.m. with a dinner consisting of (tentative menu) Spaghetti, salad, bread, desert and tea. Dance At 8:00 p.m., the Dance will begin with Nate DeLeon and his full band as he will play all of the good Texas Country Hits, as well as some classic country and of course the new stuff as well. About Nate Nate De Leon is a 24 year old Independent Texas Singer Songwriter who has quickly gained traction in the local music scene. He went from singing in his room just a few years ago to playing bucket list venues. The future looks bright for this young singer songwriter. Raised in Natalia, Texas, Nate’s love for music has always been a part of his life. Brought up in a family of musicians, he quickly learned the guitar at a young age. It wasn’t until the summer of 2019 when he fell in love with the art of songwriting. It was Songwriters Circle at Cheatham Street Warehouse in San Marcos, Texas where Nate began to write his own songs and pursue his music career. Since 2019, he has gone on to play notable venues such as Cheatham Street Warehouse, Floore’s Country Store, and Nutty Brown Amphitheater. De Leon’s musical influences range from various artists such as Parker McCollum, Glen Frey, Gary Allan, The Goo Goo Dolls and Dan Layus. His debut release, “Houston”. Is out now an all streaming platforms and is starting to gain some traction and is a sure crowd favorite at the live shows. Be on the lookout for a show near you, you won’t want to miss it! Silent Raffle There will also be a Silent Raffle take place with a number of great things to bid on. (We still need silent auction raffle items). None of this would be possible, without the following sponsors who have stepped up thus far to assist: Title Sponsors: A6 Logistics (Mike Aguirre and Family ($750.00 donation), South Texas Heat Football ($500.00 donation), Bravo Country Homes ($500.00 donation), Chaparral Ford ($500.00 donation), MP Haulers (Martin and Brandy Perez- $500.00 donation), North Park Chevrolet Castroville ($500.00 donation), CD Tire Natalia ($500.00 donation), Hellas Construction ($500.00 donation), Mag’s Place, Devine ($500.00 donation), and Texas Family Wellness Clinic, Calallen ($500.00 donation). Silver Sponsors of $250.00 – Natalia Alumni Paul Noland, Mike & Brenda Fernandez and Family, US Congressman Tony Gonzales, Brad Boyd and Brush Country Realty, Security State Bank. If you would like to be a Title Sponsor, a Silver Sponsor or a “Heart Sponsor for $100.00”, please contact Eric Smith at 210-737-4786. Tickets ARE ON SALE! Visit “Eventbrite” and search Heart of a Mustang in Devine Texas. A single ticket is available for $20.00 with a pair of tickets for a couple for $35.00. Tickets will also be available at the door for the same price or without a meal $15 each or two for $25. Doors will open at 6:30 pm. ALL PROCEEDS will benefit the toy drive and the scholarship program! Your support would be a huge blessing to assure we can bless families that are less fortunate once again. We are halfway to our goal of $15,000, please come out to help make Christmas special for these young children. All tickets purchased before Saturday at 9 pm will be entered into three cash drawings at the event.
Join the fun this Saturday for a great cause, helping to raise money that will be needed for future treatments for the adorable and most sweet, Audrey Jane Capps, 4 years old.
The Divine Savior Lutheran Church is hosting its Seventh Annual Gift of Hope fundraiser Saturday, November 12. Audrey Jane Capps, a precious, beautiful, brilliant four-and-a-half-year-old, has been given the Gift of Hope this year. Audrey has an incurable illness, and she suffers from A-T. The condition is a genetic disorder known as Ataxia Telangiectasia. A-T affects the nervous system and other body systems. Over time the affected children typically develop difficulty with walking, balance, hand coordination, involuntary jerking movements, muscle twitches, and disturbances in nerve function (neuropathy). Audrey is beginning to experience some of these symptoms. Children with A-T typically have average intelligence but slow motor and verbal response. This type of response is where lifelong therapy will be her forever journey. There is no cure at this time for problems associated with A-T. Treatment is supportive but has to remain proactive. Physical Therapy, as well as verbal therapy, will remain a lifelong process for Audrey. She also goes to occupational therapy, and music therapy and participates in horse and water therapy. Besides those she is benefiting from massage therapy every two weeks, and melatonin therapy with Dr. Neel. “We are doing everything we can to keep this sweet girl healthy and happy, but we are in a race against time to find a cure for Audrey Jane and we truly appreciate all of your support!” The Capps/Calame Families. Audrey starts kindergarten next year and is very excited and can hardly wait. “Audrey Jane Capps is four years old and a proud resident of Devine, Texas. Audrey Jane loves spending time with her family, friends, and animals. She loves to fish, ride her horse, play dress-up, have tea parties, swim, and dance! Audrey has a zeal for life like no other and sees the true beauty in everything around her!”, said her parents Josh and Brittany Capps. “At age 3, Audrey was diagnosed with Ataxia-Telangiectasia (A-T). A-T is a rare neurodegenerative genetic disorder that impairs movement and coordination, weakens the immune system, and causes an increased risk for cancer. Kids with A-T typically start losing physical abilities step-by-step between ages 4 and 8. By the age of 10, most kids will be in a wheelchair.” Audrey is the granddaughter of Ken and Debbie Capps and Tommy and KK Calame, all of Devine. “Audrey Jane is so precious to our family. She is such a light and enjoys her life to the fullest with her very active imagination and spunky personality! There isn’t anything we wouldn’t do to help find a cute for her and all the A-T kiddos fighting this disease. Thank you so much for choosing to raise money for our girl. We are SO appreciative!” The Capps/Calame Families. Brittany and Josh Capps are Audrey’s parents; they face their daughter’s challenges daily with faith, hope, and love. God created each one of us uniquely in his image. Disability might appear to mar that image like a reflection in a shattered mirror. Still, God is shining his light on the broken pieces to reveal more of Himself to us and the world. Parents, grandparents, and families with children with special needs go through a host of emotions every hour of every day. Divine Savior Lutheran Church prays that a “Gift of Hope” will shed a little light on Audrey’s forever journey.
The Seventh Annual’ Gift of Hope” Golf Tournament, Saturday Divine Savior Lutheran Church’s Seventh Annual golf tournament will coincide with a Bar-Q-Que plate lunch. This year the tournament returns to the Devine Golf Club’s golf course. The entry fee for the golf tournament is $75.00 per player, including a golf cart, a free meal after tournament play, and green costs. There are to be four-person teams with a shotgun start, and handicaps for women are 24 and for men 18. A door prize drawing is for the golf participants, and cash prizes with an entire field. Other competitive activities include a chipping contest at $20.00 per participant and a Tiger Drive at $40.00 per team. Please call the Devine Golf Pro Shop to sign up early at 830-665-9943.Hole sponsors are $100.00 each. Hole sponsors for the chipping green are $50 each. Live Music and Dance Entertainment, 11-1 Our live music and dance entertainment are hosted by “DJ Bobby G.” of San Antonio, Texas. DJ Bobby G brings recorded music from the Top 40, Tejano, Cumbia, Oldies Dance, Hip-Hop, and ‘70s, ‘80s, and ‘90s. Once again, Randy Brown has graciously volunteered his country band to perform from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm. Hermann Sons Dance class of Devine, Texas, will also perform on the church grounds. Special thanks go to these folks; we could not do it without you. Silent Auction, 11-1 A silent Auction is to take place on Saturday, November 12, in the Divine Savior Lutheran Fellowship Hall from 11am-1pm. All donations can be delivered to the Fellowship Hall between 10 am-5pm, Wed.-Fri. before the weekend of the event. The cutoff date will be THURSDAY, NOV, 9th. Please call the church before delivering these items (830-663-3735). Your gift is sincerely appreciated. Our special thanks to the Devine News; you have always been there for our continuing seven-year journey. We would not be able to help others without them. Also, thank you to all who have contributed with challenging work contributions and faith in the “Gift of Hope.” We love You, Audrey Jane! “A gift of hope is truly a ray of sunshine after a day of gloom”. In memory of Jessie Esch, Joyce Haass, Claudia Carberry, and Bryleigh Shullanberger. Your precious lives will always be remembered. Come join in the fun this Saturday, Nov. 12, 2022 at the Divine Savior Lutheran Church from 11-2, or at the Devine Golf Course for the tourney. For more information, contact Robert Cappella at 210-771-7484 or Marla Cappella at 210-363-2718.
The Annual Veterans Day Ceremony will take place on Friday, November 11, 2022 at 11:00 am at the front of the Veterans Memorial Monument in Natalia, Texas. As in years past, limited seating will be available. St Hwy 132 will be blocked off for the event. We invite you to come to the Ceremony as it is our time to pay tribute to the men and women of our County who chose and continue to choose to protect and defend our Country.
