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Local Events in Devine, Natalia, Lytle, Bigfoot, Moore in Medina, Frio, and Atascosa Counties!

FIRST TIME SHOWN IN 58 YEARS…TV Segment about Devine Cactus Zoo

For the first time in 58 years, this 4-minute, narrated TV segment of the Cactus Zoo will be seen again, and YOU have the opportunity to see it for yourself!

In the summer of 1955, the Humble Oil TV station came to Devine, Texas to film one of the most unique exhibits in Texas, the “Cactus Zoo”, as part of their Texas in Review TV segments. Tourists from far and wide came to view the “cacti-sculptures” of the Three Bears, Davy Crockett, Jonah & the Whale, the Roadrunner vs the Snake, and more!
The late Mr. O.T. Baker, of the Institute of Texas Cultures and the Folklife Festival fame, is featured in the…

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Devine Reunions & Homecoming Oct. 14

CLASS OF 1973 – 50TH REUNION & CLASS OF 1963 – 60TH REUNION

Each year classmates get together to celebrate their years by having reunions, and many do it on Homecoming weekend. This year the DHS Classes of 1963 and 1973 will be celebrating theirs privately and at the DExSTA Homecoming Saturday Social on October 14th at the VFW (old Green Alamo). *If you are in these classes, contact your class representatives for more information.

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St. Joseph’s Octoberfest this Saturday! Kids games and bingo is back, exciting LIVE music lineup

The St. Joseph’s Catholic Church is gearing up for a good time for a good cause this coming October 7th from 11 am to 11 pm. All proceeds from the annual Octoberfest will go toward the new replica prayer chapel this year. They are also excited to announce that the popular kid’s games and bingo is back this year as well as a great line up of live music.
Drawing for vehicle
There will also be a drawing for a vehicle donated by the Dunford family at Chaparral Ford, and a huge silent auction as always.
LIVE MUSIC
Lots of great live music is lined up. The tunes will kick off with a Mariachi band at 11am, DJ Reggie Pena will be there throughout the day, as well as Plata y Oro Folklorio dancers who perform from 12-1pm, a Christian band Closer Walk will play 1-2pm, the Solis Brothers 2:30-4:30, and Christ and Cassandra Salinas will play from 5-8. One change, is the headliner band. The LA 45 band will be on the stage from 8:30 to 11pm.


Admission
Admission is free until 5 pm, and $5 admission after 5pm.
Volunteer or make a donation
Our Octoberfest signs are up! The festival is three weeks away. We still need volunteers. If you’re interested contact Ernie Morales at 210-415-6751. We are also in need of soda and water donations, you can drop those off at the church office. If you would like to make a cash prize donation for our bingo please reach out to Hazel Flores at 830-334-7351. See ad on this page for more info.

5K Benefit for Coach Wueste Oct 28th

Natalia Coach Melissa Wueste was diagnosed with Stage II breast cancer in May 2023. Since then, Coach Wueste has undergone radiation treatments and other procedures and will continue the fight over the next few months.
As Breast Cancer Awareness month approaches us we hope you will join us for some benefit events to raise money and support her battle. All proceeds will go to the Wueste family to help with health expenses as she continues her fight.
Coach Wueste is the Head Softball Coach as well as Assistant Cross Country Coach in Natalia.
There will be several upcoming benefit events such as a T shirt sale, 5K color run on October 28, wrist band/lanyards are currently being sold, and a car wash is planned in the near future.
For more information or to make donations please contact Coach Ilyan Martinez at ilyan.martinez@nataliaisd.net or by calling (210) 279-2438. They also expect to have t-shirts available to sell soon.

Hail damage? Tips to file an insurance claim

Did hail or strong winds damage your home or car?
If you have wind and hail coverage on your home policy or comprehensive coverage on your auto policy, your insurance company should pay for your hail damage.
File a claim as soon as you can.
Some claim tips:
Take photos and video of the damage. Also, make a list of the damage inside and outside your house or car. Don’t throw away damaged items until your insurance company gives permission.
Prevent more damage. Remove standing water. Cover broken windows and holes to keep out rain. Save all receipts. Your policy may pay for temporary repairs.
Be available for the adjuster visit. Make sure they see everything.
Keep a list of everyone you talk to at your insurance company. Be ready to answer questions about the damage.
Ask about living expenses. If you can’t stay in your house, most policies will cover some related costs. Keep your receipts.
Have a question about insurance? Call the Texas Department of Insurance at 800-252-3439 or visit www.tdi.texas.gov.

St. Joseph’s Octoberfest…Kids games and bingo is back, exciting LIVE music lineup

The St. Joseph’s Catholic Church is gearing up for a good time for a good cause this coming October 7th from 11 am to 11 pm. All proceeds from the annual Octoberfest will go toward the new replica prayer chapel this year. They are also excited to announce that the popular kid’s games and bingo is back this year as well as a great line up of live music.
Drawing for vehicle
There will also be a drawing for a vehicle donated by the Dunford family at Chaparral Ford, and a huge silent auction as always.
LIVE MUSIC
Lots of great live music is lined up. The tunes will kick off with a Mariachi band at 11am, DJ Reggie Pena will be there throughout the day, as well as Plata y Oro Folklorio dancers who perform from 12-1pm, a Christian band Closer Walk will play 1-2pm, the Solis Brothers 2:30-4:30, and Christ and Cassandra Salinas will play from 5-8. Groupo Vida band will be headlining the stage 8:30 to 11pm.
Admission
Admission is free until 5 pm, and $5 admission after 5pm.
Volunteer or make a donation
Our Octoberfest signs are up! The festival is three weeks away. We still need volunteers. If you’re interested contact Ernie Morales at 210-415-6751. We are also in need of soda and water donations, you can drop those off at the church office. If you would like to make a cash prize donation for our bingo please reach out to Hazel Flores at 830-334-7351.

Thank You!! ATTENTION!!! Devine Little League Annual Meeting Oct. 4

The Devine Little League will be having their annual meeting Wednesday, October 4th 2023 at 7PM at the Little League Office in Devine to close out last season as we prepare for the upcoming season and will be open to the general public.
We encourage anyone interested in helping us with the new season to join our board.
We would like to give a huge thanks to Downing Well Services for all the help they have put into the field. We now have shaded bleachers and dugout shade, new fencing and a fresh coat of paint was done around the field. We would also like to recognize other businesses that have helped, Bulletproof Customs, Circle C Services, Triple S Steel, Cowboy Pest Control, Safety Plus, Parker’s Building Supply, Extreme Party Rentals, Navarro Electric, Land & Ranch Fencing Supply, Amigos Steel, Legacy Office Centers, MP Haulers, Harrison’s Supply & Market, Phillip’s Olive Orchards, STX Electric and Carl Patterson.
We would also like to thank our personal donations, Jessica Alexander, Haley Brown, Jacob Barron, Ryan & Kristen Garza, Maggie Johnson, Joe Jones, Chris & Nicole LaFond, David & Kelli Maxwell, Frederick Moscot, Rudy Parra, Samantha Richter, Jesse Silva and Chris Toalson.
Our Meeting will be Wednesday, October 4th 2023 at 7PM at the Little League Office in Devine. Hope to see you there.

Safety and preparedness tips for the solar eclipse

Texans across the state prepare for the natural phenomena occurring on Oct. 14

By Blair Fannin
With six years since the last solar eclipse, state officials are warning Texans to prepare for the Oct. 14 event as it is expected to draw thousands to the Lone Star State.
The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service’s Disaster Assessment Recovery, DAR, unit, along with state emergency preparedness officials, urge individuals to be mindful of increased traffic and resources leading up to and the day of the event.

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Serve and Succeed: The 2023 theme of the Wreaths Across America mission

For the second year the Current Events Club is excited to bring the Wreaths Across America (WAA) program to Devine Evergreen and St. Joseph Catholic cemeteries. This year’s ceremony and placement of wreaths on veteran graves will take place on Saturday morning, December 16, at 11:00 o’clock at the ceremony oak where the event was held last year. Join us as we participate in a program that spans across our nation and around the globe to honor our men and women in the armed forces.

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