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Home remains in Kroeger family for six generations, 104 years

The Kroeger homestead today.

Elizabeth Word Adkisson and husband Bill are looking forward to carrying on family traditions in a home that was built 104 years ago by Elizabeth’s great-grandfather in 1916 and has remained in the family ever since.
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Frank Cantalni wins Stroud Award

Lewis Stroud, right, is pictured with Frank Cantalni, the recipient of the 3rd Annual Lewis Stroud Award.

I had the pleasure of introducing the 3rd Annual Lewis Stroud Award. Continue reading “Frank Cantalni wins Stroud Award”

Devine 4-H competes at the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo

Pictured Left to Right: Caitlyn Breiten, Corinne Fowler, Thres Villa, Collier Paige, Rozlyn Courtade, Charlie Stricker, Pauline Calame, Sydney Weyel, and Coach Madeline Steubing.

The Consumer Decision Making contest took place this past Saturday, February 15th at the San Antonio Stock Show. Continue reading “Devine 4-H competes at the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo”

DExSTA to award six $1,000 scholarships to DHS seniors

Seated, starting from the front left: New Board members – Mary Ambriz Castellano ’69 & Neva Muennink Saathoff ’69; Honor Class Representatives from the Class of 1970 – Russell Roberson, Russell Ehlinger, Ruthie Griffin Smith, Rick Smith; and Parliamentarian Karen Howard Muennink ’76. Standing left to right: Sharon Crouch Jasik ’67, Secretary Katie Keilman Shults ’71, President Nancy Ehlinger Saathoff ’75, Jeff Wisenbaker ’75, Sandy Wilkinson Beck ’72, Wendy Carr ex-Teacher, and Connie Clawson Nixon ’77. (Not pictured: Susan Rackley Schott ’72 and Stanley Ehlinger ’77).

Applications are available NOW at the DHS office, with a DEADLINE of March 6th!
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Quilts, textiles enhance DAAS concert

Roberta Dossey was one of a number of quilters who displayed works at the DAAS concert.

In the 30th season of the Devine Area Artists’ Series, something new was added to the February 8 concert. Continue reading “Quilts, textiles enhance DAAS concert”

Divine Savior Lutheran Church celebrates 30 years

The Rev. Bruce Drees (right), first pastor of Divine Savior, poses for a photo with current pastor Rev. Randall Wehmeyer following the Jan. 19 Anniversary Service.

“We are saved by grace alone” was the cry of the Lutheran Reformers in the 16th Century. Continue reading “Divine Savior Lutheran Church celebrates 30 years”

Showband Colao plus quilt and textile exhibit Feb. 8

Ray Colao is performing at the George S. Woods Community Center in Devine on Saturday, Feb. 8.

Colao, an accomplished professional show band that has graced stages all over the United States, will perform at the February 8 concert of the Devine Area Artists’ Series. Continue reading “Showband Colao plus quilt and textile exhibit Feb. 8”

Devine Golf Club tournament, Super Bowl party a huge success

With over 150 people at the Superbowl Party, and 21 teams in the golf tournament, the Devine Golf Course’s Super Bowl weekend event was a huge success.
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Vera honored for reaching milestone birthday

Ofilia G. Vera was honored for reaching her 100th birthday by Mayor Tommy Ortiz during the Natalia City Council meeting on January 27. Vera turned 100 on Jan. 27, and also received proclamations honoring her from Texas State Representative Andrew Murr, Texas State Senator Pete Flores, and US Congressman Will Hurd. Pictured with Vera are her granddaughter, Councilwoman Selica Vera, and Mayor Ortiz.

Ofilia Vera was honored for reaching her 100th birthday on January 27 with a proclamation from the City of Natalia. Continue reading “Vera honored for reaching milestone birthday”

Devine Food Pantry is purchasing building to have permanent home

After years of struggling to operate the food pantry in several different locations, and at times not sure that we will have a place to operate from, the Devine Food Pantry is purchasing the building and property where we are currently leasing. Continue reading “Devine Food Pantry is purchasing building to have permanent home”