Category: Events

Community to Honor Veterans with Wreaths Across America Ceremony
The Current Events Club is once again gearing up to participate in the Wreaths Across America program, a heartfelt initiative to honor the service and sacrifice of our nation’s veterans. This year, the club invites the community to join in a solemn wreath-laying ceremony for local veterans at Devine Evergreen and St. Joseph Cemeteries.
Remembering Our Heroes
The mission of Wreaths Across America is simple yet powerful: to remember, honor, and teach the next generation about the importance of freedom and the sacrifices made by those who serve in the military. Volunteers across the nation place fresh, balsam wreaths on the graves of veterans during the holiday season, ensuring that each soldier’s sacrifice is never forgotten.
Locally, the ceremony will recognize veterans who have passed and are laid to rest in America Day ceremony will take place on:
Saturday, December 13, 2025
Time: 11:00 am
Location: Devine Evergreen and St. Joseph Cemeteries
The event is open to the public, and everyone is encouraged to attend, whether to participate in placing wreaths, attend the ceremony, or simply take a moment of reflection at the gravesites.
How You Can Help
The Current Events Club also invites community members to sponsor a wreath. Each wreath costs $17, and donations go directly toward the wreath placement. The wreaths are a symbol of respect and gratitude for those who served and are a cherished part of the event.
If you have family members or know of veterans who are buried at either of the cemeteries, please take a moment to review the list of veterans provided by the club. If you notice any names missing, or if you want to ensure a loved one is included in this year’s wreath-laying, please contact Linda Kreinhop at 830-665-6377 or Martha Wall at 210-213-5620.
Why We Do This
“Wreaths Across America is more than just a ceremony; it’s a way for us to teach future generations the importance of remembering those who came before them,” said Kreinhop. “It’s a reminder of the sacrifices made, not just by soldiers, but by their families and communities. This holiday season, let’s come together to honor these heroes.”
Join Us
The Wreaths Across America ceremony provides a meaningful opportunity for reflection and community bonding, and the Current Events Club invites everyone to participate. Mark your calendars and make plans to join us in honoring our nation’s veterans and ensuring their legacy endures.

Lytle VFW invites you to “Honor a hero, preserve a legacy” and Support our Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post by purchasing a custom laser-engraved brick to be placed on the Memorial Wall near the flag poles at Lytle VFW.
Price: Introductory offer: $50.00 (4”x8”) or $65.00 (8”x8”) per brick if ordered by December 1st.
To place your order on-line please visit: donate.brickmarkers.com/lmvfw

Our Lady of Grace in La Coste, Texas has been designated Jubilee Pilgrimage Site in the Archdiocese and will host activities on October 24 – 25, 2025. This year, the archbishop has proclaimed Assembly as an “Archdiocesan Day of Prayer, Fasting, and Reconciliation.”
This special day at our Jubilee Pilgrimage Site provides an intentional space for the faithful across the archdiocese to slow down from daily responsibilities, to give Jesus their burdens, and to recommit to their baptismal call.
By doing so, we pray everyone will leave Assembly renewed as pilgrims of hope for the world! See the advertisement which has more information and a schedule for our Day of Prayer, Fasting and Reconciliation.

By Anton Riecher
Details in the takeover of ambulance service for Devine and Natalia by Castroville-based ESD1 were reviewed by the Medina County Emergency Services District No. 4 board of commissioners during their monthly meeting Oct. 8.
ESD1 Battalion Chief David Powers, who took charge of local fire and ambulance operations effective Oct. 1, said that the two ESD4 ambulances are scheduled for “rebranding,” i.e., new identifications stickers reflecting the change in management affiliation, by the end of October.
The ambulances will also be stocked with new supplies and fully outfitted with all the necessary medical equipment, Powers said. New equipment will include cardiac monitors and intravenous infusion pumps used to deliver medication and fluids at controlled rates.
“On the morning of Nov. 1 at 600 hours we’re ready to go, ready to respond,” Powers said.
ESD1 has also conducted interviews and hired 13 paramedics to staff the revamped operation, he said.
“They’ve accepted offers and will start at their pre-employment next week,” Powers said.
The new personnel hired will serve only as paramedics attached to the ESD4 ambulance…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!

VFW Post 3966 has several events coming up this Fall. November 8 will be the VFW Golf Tournament at the Devine Golf Course. Contact Gary Saathoff at 210-289-6204.
December 6, 2025, Post 3966 will be hosting a Christmas Market from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. Booths will be available in the Hall and outdoors in the Courtyard and parking lot. Contact James Dossey at 210-882-7689

Lytle Band earns Best Front Ensemble, Best Drumline, Best Color Guard, Best Music, and Best Marching Oct. 11

By Joshua Chessher, M.S. Ed.
Director of Bands, Lytle ISD
The Lytle Pirate Band delivered another outstanding performance of “The Flame Within” at the God’s Country Marching Festival in Hondo on October 11, 2025, earning top honors across multiple categories and continuing their season of excellence. The band was awarded Best Front Ensemble, Best Drumline, Best Color Guard, Best Music, and Best Marching, capping off the day with an impressive 2nd Place Overall finish among 3A bands.
Under the direction of the Lytle Band staff, the Pirate Band’s powerful performance showcased musical precision, disciplined marching, and a spirit of pride that captured the attention of judges and audiences alike. Each section demonstrated the dedication, teamwork, and heart that define the Lytle Band Program.
The Pirate Band now turns its focus to the UIL Region Marching Contest, where they will perform on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at 5:15 p.m. at Hondo High School. The students and staff invite the community to come out and cheer them on as they represent Lytle, proving that Little Things Turn Into Big Things!

Barry Field, Hondo ISD 10/18/25

D.W. Rutledge Stadium – Judson ISD 10/18/25

The Natalia High School Marching Mustang Band received a 1st Division from all three judges and were honored as Best Drum Majors and won 1st Place Overall- 3A in Hondo last weekend, Saturday, October 11 at the God’s Country Marching Festival.
Judges’ comments included…Very Impressive show! Wow! What a good band.  Very musical. The band constantly plays with good tone quality.  Very good technique from all sections.
“I’m very proud of our students.  They have been working very hard and it’s always nice to see their hard work pay off,” said Natalia Band Director Sergio Mendez.
Natalia High School will perform at the Region 11 Marching Contest in Hondo this Saturday, October 18, 2025.
Performance time is 4:40 pm. The community is invited to come out and cheer them on as they compete in Hondo this Saturday.

Huajilla (HARTS) Retired Teachers will meet Monday, October 27, 2025 at First Baptist Church, Hondo, beginning with registration at 9:30 am; meeting at 10 am. Catered meal.
Please check FB, contact your caller or call Earline at 830-931-4921 for details.