Category: Top News Stories

Keep up with what’s going on in Devine, Natalia, Lytle, Bigfoot and Moore areas in Medina, Frio, and Atascosa Counties.

Meet Carlos…

Meet 13-year-old Carlos who has a strong passion for sports and loves staying active. His favorite activities include playing basketball, running track, and football. Being part of a team and staying busy are very important to him.
Carlos has several simple pleasures in life, for example, his favorite foods, which include pizza, macaroni, and tacos.
Carlos enjoys extracurricular activities as he has a strong passion for sports and loves staying active. Topping his list of favorite activities include playing basketball, running track, and football.
Like many young teens his age, he also likes playing video games, watching television, especially sporting events like baseball, basketball, and football.
As for his future education, Carlos said he would like to attend college and play for the college team.
Carlos would thrive in a forever family where he feels included. He enjoys being around others. Most importantly, Carlos needs a family that can offer him love, encouragement, and a strong sense of belonging.
In his own words … Hi, my name is Carlos. I enjoy showing my fun and talkative side and enjoy spending time with my friends.
If you think you could be a forever family for Carlos or another Texas child, please call 1-800-233-3405 for more information or visit www.adoptchildren.org where you can find a schedule of online public information meetings, and learn about the foster/adoption program.
You can also view the www.heartgallerystx.org website, where South Texas children have their portraits along with individual personal stories they wish to share, with their future forever family.

Lytle’s 75th Anniversary celebration…

On September 19th, Main Street will come alive for an unforgettable evening filled with glowing parade floats, live music, local vendors, and a vibrant community atmosphere. This once-in-a-generation celebration honors Lytle’s rich history while bringing the community together for a night of connection, entertainment, and hometown pride.
Event Schedule
-Live music kicks off at 5:00 P.M., setting the tone for an exciting evening of festivities.
-The highly anticipated Night Parade begins at 8:00 PM, featuring illuminated floats and community participants lighting up the streets.
-After the parade, the celebration continues with a block party full of music, energy and unforgettable moments.
Guests can enjoy:
-Shopping local vendors
-Delicious food and drinks
-Family-friendly entertainment
-A high-energy, community-driven celebration
Vendor Information
We are currently accepting vendors to be part of this high-traffic, high-impact event. Vendor setup will take place from 12:00 P.M. – 2:30 P.M., and all booths must be fully set and ready by 2:30 P.M. Early setup is strongly encouraged to ensure a smooth arrival and maximize exposure before peak attendance.
This event is expected to draw a large crowd, making it the perfect opportunity to showcase your business, connect with the community, and be part of a historic celebration.
To apply as a vendor please purchase your spot or contact Leann by text 210-705-3400
Additional Event Detail
For sponsorship opportunities and updates on music and entertainment, visit unbeardedmedia.com
For parade route details and city information, visit: lytletx.org
Come out and support your community and be part of the celebration as we honor the past, celebrate the present, and light the way for Lytle’s future.

Bigfoot VFD BBQ Fundraiser Sept. 19

PRESS RELEASE–Bigfoot VFD will host its 18th Annual BBQ Fundraiser on Saturday, September 19 at the Bigfoot Park.
We will be serving our traditional smoked-all-night BBQ brisket and Kiolbassa® sausage, potato salad, green beans, all the trimmings and a drink for $15.00 starting at 11:00 am.
We’ll have a bake sale with homemade treats, a new T shirt design, and some great items for our bid sheet and ticket auctions too.
Bigfoot Cattle Company has generously donated a big 5 month old full blooded brahman bull calf for our silent auction at 1 pm. He’s ready to take his place in a new herd. We look forward to seeing you on Saturday, September 19 for some great BBQ. We appreciate your support! If you would like to volunteer or donate, contact Denise at (210) 542-0774 or d4woody2gmail.com.

Medina County terminates 2021 tax deal with Microsoft

By Anton Riecher
Medina County commissioners voted unanimously Tuesday to terminate an economic development agreement between the county and Microsoft involving an 80 percent tax abatement for construction of the first in a growing number of area data centers.
In the wake of the growing controversy concerning data center development, Microsoft announced it would no longer seek tax abatements for new data centers and is actively working to unwind existing tax break agreements.

“The Microsoft position now on all these agreements is to terminate them like it never happened,” County Judge Keith Lutz said.
Earlier this year Microsoft President Brad Smith announced a “community-first” plan for artificial intelligence and cloud infrastructure. As part of this initiative, Microsoft pledged to stop seeking local property tax abatements and pay its full share of local property taxes. The company also pledged to “unwind” exiting tax incentive agreements previously secured.
Initially, the termination of the…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 $42 a year in Medina County. Support important local city, county, and school news like this!

Parade entries being accepted for Devine Fall Cactus Festival Parade Nov. 7, Enter early for best placement

Enter now to get in the lineup for the 2026 Devine Parade which kicks off the annual Devine Fall Cactus Festival. Enjoy the mighty Warhorse Marching Band and all the parade floats filled with kiddos. The Chamber of Commerce is encouraging those who wish to be in the parade to enter as soon as possible for the best placement in the parade. It is FREE, so be a part of one of Devine’s favorite traditions.

We invite organizations, businesses, schools, churches, service clubs and community groups to join us for a fun filled celebration. Theme is 250th USA so get out your red, white and blue and decorate with the theme or as you wish. Entries must be family oriented and respectful.
Entries can be made on paper or online. A form is available online on the chamber website at devinechamberofcommerce.org, or use the one in the newspaper or pick one up at the Devine News Office.
Email the simple form to devineparade@gmail.com. Or mail it to Devine Chamber of Commerce, PO Box 441, Devine, Texas 78016. Or drop off at Get More Insurance, 111A S. Teel Dr., Devine. Please return completed entries by October 25th.
Categories: commercial/business, youth group, ag entries, religious group, antique vehicles, chamber or association.
The parade will begin at the middle school and travel through downtown Devine, and conclude at the VFW.
Let’s make this the best parade yet! We can’t do it without you. For questions please email us at devineparade@gmail.com.

Touchdown!

Touchdown after touchdown, the Brown family, Brown Chevrolet, and Brown Dodge have been a part of the success of Devine ISD athletics and academics. Recently, they purchased a new digital scoreboard for Warhorse Stadium with all the bells and whistles to replace the last one which was at least 25 years old. The stadium was built around 1954. Brown Chevrolet has replaced at least three scoreboards for the field since its start in 1966.

Above, Devine Athletic Director/Head Football Coach Jacob Campsey, Supt. Todd Grandjean, and the Devine ISD School Board thanked Lanette Brown Cuevas, President of Brown Chevrolet, generations of the Brown family and Brown Auto staff at the first home game last Friday night at center field for the beautiful new scoreboard. And yes, Devine lit up the scoreboard multiple times for the Warhorses 35-17 win over Johnson City. Photo by Kathleen Calame.

Submit names….Medina County’s Veteran’s Memorial MonumentDeadline is Sept. 5

The “Name Drive” for additional names to be engraved on the monument began May 25th. The new names will be called out during the Veterans Day Ceremony on November 11th. This year the cost will be $175.00 per name. The increase in cost is for the engraver to come on site to at the monument to engrave the name.
Please remember the individual you wish to honor with their name monument has to have been either born in Medina County, raised in Medina County or currently is living in Medina County. Applications can be downloaded from the City of Natalia website, City of Natalia Office, and Natalia Municipal Development District. The deadline for all applications to be received is September 5th. All information is on the application form.