Celebrating 126 Years of Serving the communities of Devine, Natalia, Lytle, Bigfoot, and Moore in Medina, Frio, and Atascosa Counties
Birth Announcements, Engagement Announcements, Feature stories and photos about local residents in Devine, Natalia, Lytle, Bigfoot/Moore areas. Also special features on the latest research and healthcare trends.
In early November, two dedicated linemen from Medina Electric Cooperative, Edward Varnador and David Hernandez, successfully participated in an electrification mission to the rural village of Matasano, Zacapa, in the Republic of Guatemala. The project aimed to bring the transformative power of electricity to a community still living without this essential resource.
Situated in a mountainous region, Matasano villagers adhere…
TO CONTINUE READING…CLICK HERE or go to www.devinenewsmembers.com
Popular gourd can be used for seasonal recipes, fall décor, bird food and more
By Paul Schattenberg
Halloween is over, but that doesn’t mean you have to dump your pumpkin.
From pumpkin spice lattes to harvest-themed front porches, pumpkins are an iconic part of fall. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts offer some tips on ways to use these popular gourds in and around your home beyond Oct. 31.
Pumpkins that were not carved for jack-o-lanterns can be…
TO CONTINUE READING…CLICK HERE or go to www.devinenewsmembers.com
Natalia ISD superintendent, Dr. Lana Collavo
By Victoria Arredondo
Freelance Writer
Growing up in South Texas in a small town called Taft, Dr. Lana Collavo aspired to be a teacher.
As a little girl, she would pretend to teach her sister, along with their stuffed animals.
“It was just my…
TO CONTINUE READING…CLICK HERE or go to www.devinenewsmembers.com
For over 20 years, Brett Lorraine has been working at the Devine Evergreen Cemetery, ensuring that it is looking well groomed and taken care of. His duties include clearing grave sites of any trash or dead flowers, mowing, weed-eating, trimming, and removing dead limbs. The cemetery has a board, and it is to these members that Brett reports if he notices any complications or damage. Brett says that he takes pride in his work and loves hearing…
To CONTINUE READING login at www.DevineNewsMembers.com
Pictured L to R Twin brothers SSGT Richardo B. Cortez and SFC Henry B. Cortez 1990 at Desert Storm (Saudi Arabia/Iraq). These two local veterans are honored to be the Grand Marshall’s of the Parade this year.
The Lytle Ex-Student Association invites you to join the celebration of Homecoming 2023 on November 3 & 4. There are several exciting activities planned.
Local veterans Staff Sgt (SSG) Ricardo B. Cortez and Sgt First Class (SFC) Henry B. Cortez will be appearing as 2023 Grand Marshalls for the Class of 1966…
To CONTINUE READING login at www.DevineNewsMembers.com
Standout cowboy Enoch Hall, an 8th grader from Devine took one of the top spots in 11 Texas Jr. High School Rodeo events. Courtesy photos.
Standout cowboy Enoch Hall, an 8th grader from Devine took one of the top spots in 11 Texas Jr. High School Rodeo events including: Bull riding, Boys breakaway, Team Roping, Chute Dogging, Ribbon Roping, Bareback riding, Tie down and Calf Roping. He placed as follows:….
To CONTINUE READING login at www.DevineNewsMembers.com
Wes and Rhonda Korchynski with their grands Berkley, Khloe and Trey.
Rhonda has been a member of both the Evergreen and Saint Joseph Cemetery boards; however, because of work duties, she is having to step back and not be as active for a time. But as a “grave-walker,” Rhonda states that she has officially been photographing and documenting graves for about 12 years on Find-A-Grave…
To CONTINUE READING login at www.DevineNewsMembers.com
*Please NOTE there are 2 LISTS depending on which cemetery your loved one is buried in.
Please contact Martha Wall at 210-213-5620 or Linda Kreinhop at 713-562-7504 or reach out to them on Facebook to add your loved one to the list of veterans who will receive a wreath on their grave in honor of their service as part of the Wreaths of America Program. There is NO COST.
However, if you would like to SPONSOR a wreath, the cost is $17 and you can do so at www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/TX1147P
The 2 Cemetery Lists for Devine are below:
Continue reading “Current List of Veterans buried in Devine”
The Friendship Art Club gathered an enthusiastic group of artists, craftsmen and student artists to open the gates to Fall.
Continue reading “Local artists place in Lytle Friendship Art Club show”
The Devine Garden Club held their first meeting for the new season on September 28th, 2023 at the home of Sondra Rackley. She along with her co-host, Susan Wisenbaker, had a beautiful array of delicious foods for the 21 members that attended.
After the club meeting was held, a presentation was coordinated by Denise Unger, guest speaker, demonstrating the technique for making cement stepping stones, using a variety of items such as broken plates, glass, marbles, etc.
Each member displayed their imagination on their stepping stones, each one unique and beautiful. After the presentation, a few of the members went to the four corners and posted the new signs at each corner reflecting the club’s project since 1947.
