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.
The Devine News Made You Smile….. The Natalia All Star Minor boys putting in hard work during their summer break.
Delaney Richardson, 3 years old, fishing with her daddy Colton Richardson. She is all smiles after reeling in her first bass! Look for many more Made You Smile Campaign photos over the next few weeks!
Darius Billalobos, Elijah Carmona, Coda Sanchez and Cameron Sanchez enjoying family vacation at Port Aransas. Goodsport undercover is Robert Billilobos.
Come out and learn about AACOG’s three evidence-based Health and Wellness Programs that can be offered in your community for free. Classes are for individuals 60 years of age and older.
We will meet on Monday, July 1 from 10am to 11am at the First United Methodist Church located at 212 W Benton Ave, Devine.
Opening day at the library 1965. From left: Attorney Melvin Corley, Attorney Joe E. Briscoe (Library Board Chairman), High School Instructor Lucille Day, Librarian Margo Symington, Board Member Willie Mae Driscoll, Mayor Sid Malone, Library Assistant Nettie Petri, and Board Member Jack Tilley.
The struggle, cooperation and amazing volunteerism that brought the first public library to Devine
By Sherry Symington
March 23, 2001
“One small boy stood in the fireplace to look up the chimney, another peered under the desk. A little pixie of a girl popped in, her head swathed in black ruffled lace covering large rollers. Suddenly a baseball flew through the open door and several rows of books clattered to the floor.”
–Margo Symington, Librarian, May 27, 1965
The description above, written by the new librarian in her journal, was a typical evening in the first days of the Devine Public Library. Opened in a modest 1-room building next to the Little League field, Devine’s first library had more potential than polish in those early days. However, without the dedication of a handful of people to jump start the project, and the support and hard work of many of Devine’s citizens, this library may never have happened. Now, 36 years later, Devine boasts one of the largest, most modern, and most well stocked libraries for a town of its size.
Bookless in Devine
Before 1965, you couldn’t get books to read in Devine unless you bought a paperback at the grocery store or had access to the high school library. “This town needs a public library!” declared Ida Sample, English teacher at Devine Public High School. The year was 1955 and Attorney Joe E. Briscoe was listening. Together…
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The first Devine Public Library was housed in a 1-room former Boy Scout building next to the Little League field. The new sign on the building and freshly planted trees in 1965 hinted at the treasure of books inside.
Current Events Club
You may have noticed something new at Four Corners this past weekend. Every year, on June 14th, our country celebrates Flag Day, and the Devine Current Events Club set up a patriotic display to help our community remember. Did you know that on June 14, 1777, the Second Continental Congress resolved and adopted the flag of the United States? The resolution stated “That the flag of the thirteen United States be thirteen stripes, alternate red and white; that the union be thirteen stars, white in a blue field…” As states have been entered, stars have been added. Though not a federal holiday, our community and nation have the privilege and responsibility to honor the national emblem of our United States of America, recognized around the world: the flag of the United States.
Devine’s Current Events Club has kicked off the December 14, 2024, Wreaths Across America project, working towards and raising funds for the National Ceremony Day to again take place at Devine Evergreen and St. Joseph Catholic cemeteries.
In an effort to carry out the mission to REMEMBER, HONOR, and TEACH, the club will commemorate patriotic days as reminders of the sacrifice and service of our military service members and their families.
Look for displays at Devine’s Four Corners on Memorial Day, Flag Day, Independence Day, Patriot Day, Veteran’s Day, and WAA Ceremony Day.
Independence Day is July 4th! Fly your US flag and honor our American troops!
Help us REMEMBER, HONOR, and TEACH.
Devine Chamber of Commerce
You may have been noticing the new patriotic banners bought by the Devine Chamber of Commerce. They are hanging on poles all up and…
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ABILENE, TX (06/13/2024) — Local students were named to the Abilene Christian University Dean’s Honor Roll for the Spring 2024 semester. To earn Dean’s Honor Roll recognition, students must achieve a 3.6 or higher GPA while enrolled in at least 12 credit hours.
Josette Villanueva, a senior Kinesiology major from Devine
Zacchaeus Morphew, a senior Engineering major from Devine
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Receiving their 25 years of continuous service certificate were Kay Anderson, Patricia Burrier, Roberta Himebrook, Elaine Nichols. Members not in attendance Ruby Brigman, Metche Franke, Quinna Hughs, Mary Lou Johnson, Benita Lane, Hollace Smith and Belinda Vanatta.
The May meeting of the Caddel-Smith Chapter of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas was called to order at 10:35 a.m. by President Kay Anderson. Twenty members and one guest were welcomed.
Jakelynn Crawford reported that the 2025 4th and 7th grade Texas History essay subjects are: 4th grade, ‘Juana Navarro Alsbury, Survivor of the Alamo’, and 7th grade subject, ‘Which site should be regarded as the Birthplace of the Republic of Texas: West Columbia, Washington-on-the-Brazos, or San Jacinto?’
Billie Nast, sponsor of the Children of the Republic of Texas, John Blanton II chapter, reported that they will be attending the CRT Convention in Waco on June 21-22, 2024. She has submitted award reports prior to the Convention which include; 2nd Vice President General’s Project consisting of squares of fabric with the Republic of Texas symbols and historic sites drawn on them. Twelve of our CRT members colored the quilt squares. Those members are Cole Almand, Edie Almand, Eloise Buescher, Mattie Mae Buescher, Catie Cerny, Alexis Long, Rinley Wernette, Griffin Wilson, and T.R. Wilson, along with Associate Members, Rand Redden, Adie Wilson and Johny Wilson.
The CRT Corresponding Secretary General’s Project was to draw and color…
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BUST N BURN shoot, silent auction, BBQ event Sept. 13-14, 2024 in Devine
New- State Championship Cook-off
The 11th Annual DJ Carlson Memorial BUST N BURN will be on September 13&14, 2024, the second weekend of September yearly, and will be hosted at the same location as last year, at The Farm, 2238 FM 2200 West, Devine just past the airport a litte ways..
Alternatives To Walking Your Dog In The Summer
A Texas A&M veterinarian suggests indoor activities like flyball or doggy social events, plus swimming for dogs that enjoy water. Read on Texas A&M Today
BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION, June 6, 2024 — Walking your dog daily is an excellent activity for dogs and owners, alike, because it brings mental and physical stimulation to your pet and creates an unbreakable bond between you and your furry friend. However, as summer approaches and the temperature begins to rise, owners should be aware of the risks associated with walking pets in the heat.
Dr. Lori Teller, a clinical professor at the Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, has some tips on identifying signs that it may be too hot to walk your pet and suggestions on ways to exercise them more safely on hot summer days.
Recognizing When It’s ‘Too Hot To Walk’
It is important to pay attention to your dog and know when it might be too hot to take them for a walk.
“When it is hot outside, many dogs can be adversely impacted and suffer from heat exhaustion or heat stroke,” Teller said. “Dogs cannot sweat, and panting is not an effective mechanism for cooling off, so dogs do not have efficient ways of handling excessive heat.”
Teller also said there is no specific temperature that is too hot for dogs.
“A good rule is to avoid the hottest times of the day in the summer and limit walks or runs to early morning or late evening times when the temperatures have dropped some,” Teller said. “It may also be a good idea….
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The Missing Man Table Ceremony was a special feature of the Memorial Day ceremony at the Devine VFW Post 3966 on Monday, May 27, 2024. The table, chair, and each item placed on it had significance for anyone whose family member was in military service, and who had passed, especially ones who gave their lives in service of their country.
“The table that stands before you is a place of honor. In setting this table, we acknowledge those missing from our celebration today, and we Remember Them.”
“The table is small and will be set for one – symbolizing the vulnerability of a lone prisoner against this captor, or the isolation and distance from family of someone killed in action.” “Remember!” (Devine…
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L-R: members Dennie Randall, Glenda Allen, Martha Wall, Sessie Franceschini, Linda Kreinhop, and Linda McAnelly ready to serve ice cream after the Memorial Day ceremony. Not pictured: Brenda Butler, Tammy Morse, Dinah Argo, and Alma Horvath.
Kickoff 2024 Wreaths Across America Campaign at Post 3966 Memorial Day Ceremony
On Memorial Day, we remembered. On Monday morning, May 27th, Devine VFW Post 3966 presented a meaningful ceremony in front of their mural to remember and honor our nation’s fallen veterans of war. The Current Events Club of Devine was there in support and to kick off Devine’s 3rd year of participation in the National Wreaths Across America program.
Retired Air Force veteran Gary Saathoff presided over the ceremony, with Post Commander Jesse Rodriguez, Pastor Mike Petit of Calvary Chapel Church, and Boy Scout Troop 72 assisting. Certainly a day of solemn remembrance, the program included…
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