We attended the funeral of a long-time friend of ours today and while listening to different folks talk about him, this Tale came running into my old brain.
Under two years older than me, we had a LOT of commonalities. Some are listed below to provide context.
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South Texas Arts Academy offers Summer Camps in Devine
The South Texas Arts Academy will be offering several different summer camps in Devine beginning in June.
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Summer Safe Seminar
Here we are at the end of the school year, what an exciting and stressful time. Parents and students, especially those of seniors, need a minute to slow down and talk about real things that matter and make safety a priority.
Medina County 4H wins big at district roundup
Medina County 4H participants in the District 10 4H Spring Roundup were honored Monday during the regular session of the Medina County Commissioners Court.
The 4H had nearly 85 members participate in the roundup with half of its members participating in numerous district contests.
In the wool and mohair judging Medina County senior team including Zohana Wavie, Mikayla Birney, Molly Lessing and Yancey Pearson received second place and will be advancing to state roundup. Wavie received third place in the individual wool judging. In mohair judging, Hunter Gilliam received second place in the junior age division.
In the senior division Wavie received individual…
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Local artist has art featured on cover of new book
Local artist Jeanette Rench, of Devine, will have her artwork featured on the front cover a book titled “Midnight Clear” by Denise Mich’el, of San Antonio. The painting on the cover is titled “The Breath of God.”
The author shares a little about how this all came about.
“Several years ago I was blessed to accompany my friend, Jeanette Rench, a painter who resides in Devine, on a trip to the Warrior and Family Support Center. As a writer…
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Devine 1st United Methodist Church – SCUBA VBS Registration
Join us for “Scuba” Vacation Bible School at Devine First United Methodist Church on June 10-14, 2024 from 8:30am – 11:50am for children going into Kindergarten thru entering 5th grade.
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Where in the Bible will I find…?
Psalm 84:10 “For a day in thy courts is better than a thousand. I had rather be a doorkeeper in the house of my God, than to dwell in the tents of wickedness.”
Class of 1974 Natalia High School 50 Year Reunion
The NHS Class of 1974 will be having its golden 50 Year Reunion on June 22nd at the Triple C Restaurant in Devine from 4 to 9:30 pm. The cost is $30 per person to cover the meal, beverage and appetizers. Pay upon entry in cash, by Paypal or Cashapp.
There will be awards, free drawing prizes, trivia about classmates and much more.
See our Facebook page: Natalia High School Class of 1974 or you can call Paul at (210) 378-8767.
Regional Tennis Results
Oakely Malone and Savannah Pequeno close out their 2024 season.
Kelsey Dishman won her first round match beating Rockport Fulton 6-1,6-2, then she lost her second round match to Wimberley 6-0,2-6,4-6.
Jeremy Steinbrunner lost his first round match to TM 1-6,3-6.
Savanna Pequeno/Oakley Malone lost their first round match to Bellville 0-6,0-6.
Adam Salinas/Lily Lawless lost their first round…
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State Golf
Kelsey Dishman waws one of five Arabians representing Devine at the State Gold Tournament. Photo by JL Vail Photography
Jerel Beaty
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Kelsey Dishman, Lily Lawless, Gabby Morales, Kaylee Romano, and Brianna Schaefer played Legend’s Golf Course in Kingsland May 6-7 as they took on the best of the rest of Class 4A at the State Golf Tournament.
After winning the District 29-4A championship and finishing third at Regional, Devine placed 12th overall at State as they put their clubs away for the last time for the 2024 season.
“There are 209 schools in Class 4A,” stated Head Coach Mark Mangold about where his team ranks with the…
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Arabian Lilly Lawless at the State Golf Tournament. Photo by JL Vail Photography