The 36th Annual Devine Lions Club Golf Tournament will be held on Saturday, June 6 with a shotgun start at 10 a.m.
Chartered on April 22, 1952, the Lions Club can be found all over the United States and are the largest service organization in the world.
“We help in all different aspects of the community,” Devine Lions Club president Lewis Stroud said.
Stroud, who has been president for 26+ years, says that their annual golf tournament is the only fundraiser and all the funds accumulated go right back to Devine, which includes non-profits and scholarships.
“We help Devine Salvation Army, Mission Devine, and we give 2,000 dollar scholarships to two Devine ISD seniors,” Stroud said. “Anywhere there’s a need, there’s a lion.”
Devine Lions Club help other non-profits such as Medina County Livestock Show, Devine Little League, Devine Youth Sports Association, Devine EMS, Devine VFD, Friends of the Devine Library, Devine Food Pantry, Medina County Crime Stoppers, Devine PD Blue Santa, Medina County Sheriff’s Brown Santa, Devine Police Nightout, Gift of Hope, and so many more.
“Hole sponsors are also very important,” Stroud said. “Hole sponsors pay $100, which is a form of donation — all donations of any amount will gladly be accepted.”
There will be three member teams, Men and Women.
Individual entry fee will be $100, this includes the cart, green fees, and beverages and one mulligan will be $10.
First place team will win $750 — sponsored by Brown Chevrolet, second place team will win $570 — sponsored by Chaparral Ford, third place team will win $450 — sponsored by American Momentum Bank.
Entry deadline is Saturday, June 6 and mail entry fee, form and check(s) will go to Devine Golf Course, 116 Malone Drive, Devine, Texas 78016. Please include entry fee for each golfer listed. If fewer than three golfers are listed, Devine Lions Club will complete the threesome from individual entries. To reserve a cart, or for more information, please call the Devine Golf Course at 830-665-9943.
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Ray recognized nationally in NACD Photo and Poster Contests
Kenzie Ray
The National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) announced the winners of its 2025 Photo and Poster Contests during the 80th NACD Annual Meeting, held in San Antonio. The annual contests highlight the creativity and conservation awareness of students from across the nation, and this year, Texas youth were proudly among those recognized on the national stage.
Kenzie Alan Ray captured national recognition by winning the NACD Photo Contest in the Close-Up Conservation Youth Division. Kenzie, the daughter of Keith and Kendria Ray, is currently a sophomore at Devine High School. Her passion for photography began during her first year in 4-H, when Medina County AgriLife hosted photography workshops that sparked her interest in capturing the world through a creative lens.
Through her award-winning close-up image, Kenzie demonstrated how conservation can be seen in even the smallest details, reminding viewers that stewardship often begins with simply taking a closer look. Her achievement reflects not only her artistic talent, but also the importance of youth programs that connect students to natural resources education.
Texas was also represented in the NACD Poster Contest, where Anayah Serna, representing the Austin County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) #347, earned 2nd place in her division at the national level. Anayah is a 10-year-old fourth grader who loves to paint and draw landscapes, often drawing inspiration from the books she reads and the world around her.
Anayah won the 2025 Texas Conservation Awards Program Poster Contest, advancing to national competition. The theme was “Home is Where the Habitat Is,” encouraged students to explore and illustrate the habitats that support the diverse species found across Texas and the United States. Through her artwork, Anayah thoughtfully captured the connection between wildlife, habitat, and responsible land stewardship.
The NACD Photo and Poster Contests are part of a long-standing effort by conservation districts nationwide to engage youth and adults in natural resource conservation. By encouraging artistic expression alongside environmental education, the contests help cultivate the next generation of conservation leaders.
The Texas Soil and Water Conservation Board is proud to support programs that empower students like Kenzie and Anayah to explore conservation through creativity, proving that conservation awareness can begin with a camera, a canvas, and a commitment to caring for the land.
Upcoming local events
April
1 – Lytle Public Library Story Time ages 2-5 from 10:30-11 a.m.
1 – American Legion Post 371 Meeting at 6:30 p.m. in Natalia Tx
2 – Lytle Public Library Craft with Us from 5:30-7 p.m.
2 – Live music at Cora’s 471 Grill featuring Jerry Deleon at 7 p.m.
3 – St Andrew Good Friday Fish Plate Sale from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
3 – Live Music Night at Roosters Ice House featuring Jay Martinez and the boys
3 – Lytle Nursing Home Annual Easter Egg Hunt Egg-stravaganza at 10 a.m.
3 – Lytle VFW Karaoke Night at 7 p.m.
3 – Devine Acres Farm Spring Country Fest
4 – Devine Acres Farm Spring Country Fest
4 – Live music at Black Creek Bar & Grill featuring Jimmy Green at 7 p.m.
4 – Live music at Billy’s Dining and Dancing presenting the Nick Lawrence band at 9 p.m.
4 – Easter Egg Hunt at Devine Golf Course | Age 0-4 at 3 p.m. | Age 5-8 at 3:20 p.m. | Age 9 & up at 3:40 p.m.
4 – City of Lytle Easter Eggs-travaganza 10am-noon at John Lott Municipal Park, $1 per child or a canned good
4 – Lytle VFW Easter Egg Hunt at Lytle Memorial VFW Post from 1 to 5 p.m.
4 – Community Easter Egg Hunt at Roosters Ice House from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.
5 – Lytle VFW Bingo | Card Sales 2 p.m. | Early Bird 2:30 p.m. | Game Start 3 p.m.
7 – Devine Driscoll Public Library Preschool Story Time at 10:30 a.m | Limit 15 | Registration required
8 – Devine Driscoll Public Library Stitch Club 6-7:30 p.m. | Registration required
8 – Lytle Public Library Story Time ages 2-5 from 10:30-11 a.m.
9 – Live music at Cora’s 471 Grill featuring Mario Flores at 7 p.m.
9 – Devine Driscoll Public Library Crafting After Hours from 6-8 p.m. | Registration required
9 – Lytle Public Library Craft with Us from 5:30-7 p.m
10 – Devine Driscoll Public Library Plant Swap from 2-3 p.m.
10 – El Gallo Fiesta Night at Rooster’s Ice House from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m.
10 – Devine Chamber of Commerce Mixer from 6-11 p.m. at The Farm 2238 FM 2200 Devine, TX
10 – Lytle Elementary School Bike Rodeo from 7-8 a.m. | Registration required
10 – Poteet Strawberry Festival
11 – Poteet Strawberry Festival
11 – Cookin’ for a Claus BBQ Cook-Off at The Farm in Devine from 9 a.m. to TBD
11 – Farm Tour: Conservation in Action at Smith Pastures in Devine, TX from 1 – 3:30 p.m.
11 – Devine Education Foundation Fifth Annual Golf Tournament at 10 a.m. tee time
12 – Poteet Strawberry Festival
12 – St. John Bosco Church Hall Bingo | Doors open at 1 p.m. | Early Bird 2 p.m.
13 – Devine Driscoll Public Library Lego Club from 4:30-5:30 p.m. | Registration required
14 – Devine Driscoll Public Library Preschool Story Time at 10:30 a.m. | Limit 15 | Registration required
14 – Devine Driscoll Public Library Embroidery Club from 5:30-6:30 p.m.
15 – Lytle Public Library Story Time ages 2-5 from 10:30-11 a.m.
16 – Devine Driscoll Public Library Planner Club from 5-6:30 p.m. | Registration required
16 – Lytle Public Library Craft with Us from 5:30-7 p.m
16 – Live music at Cora’s 471 Grill featuring Nick Lawrence at 7 p.m.
18 – Country Music Festival @ Devine Acres for Audrey Jane’s Light fundraiser
18 – Lisa’s Sugar Fix Pop-Up Market from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Tommy Joe’s BBQ
19 – Natalia Athletic Booster Golf Tournament at Devine Golf Course at 12 p.m. tee time
19 – Lytle St. Andrew Chicken & Sausage Plate Sale from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
21 – Devine Driscoll Public Library Preschool Story Time at 10:30 a.m. | Limit 15 | Registration required
22 – Lytle Public Library Story Time ages 2-5 from 10:30-11 a.m.
22 – Devine Driscoll Public Library Collage Club from 5:30-7 p.m. | Registration required
23 – Devine Driscoll Public Library Crafting After Hours 2.0 from 6-8 p.m. | Registration required
23 – Lytle Public Library Craft with Us from 5:30-7 p.m
24 – Tri-County 29th Annual Chapter Banquet at 6 p.m. at the Atascosa Show Barn
25 – Devine Masonic Lodge Golf Tournament at Devine Golf Course 1 p.m. tee time
27 – Devine Driscoll Public Library Art Club from 4:30-5:30 p.m. | Registration required
28 – Devine Driscoll Public Library Preschool Story Time at 10:30 a.m. | Limit 15 | Registration required
29 – Lytle Public Library Story Time ages 2-5 from 10:30-11 a.m.
30 – Lytle Public Library Craft with Us from 5:30-7 p.m
May
1 – 4 Way Tournament at Devine Golf Course all weekend
1 – Lytle VFW Ranch Trash Smoke Showdown BBQ Cook-Off | DJ 12-3 p.m. | Alejandro Escamilla Band 3-7 p.m.
2 – Lytle VFW Ranch Trash Smoke Showdown BBQ Cook-Off | DJ 12-3 p.m. | Alejandro Escamilla Band 3-7 p.m.
2 – 1 – 4 Way Tournament at Devine Golf Course all weekend
2 – Inmaculada Concepcion Church Community Yard Sale from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
9 – Mother’s Day Market at My Time at The Garden at 5 p.m.
13 – Storytime with Jamie Lin Wilson at the Castroville Rainbow Theater with special guest Wade Bowen at 7 p.m.
17 – Blackie Boehme Tournament at Devine Golf Course at 12 p.m. tee time
If you want to add an event to this calendar, please email devinereporter@devinenews.com or call (830) 665 – 2211 and leave a message for Brianna.
Local Police report
Natalia Police Report
03/24/2026: Officers responded to the 900 block of 4th Street.
03/25/2026: Officers were dispatched to the 100 block of 3rd Street East to assist EMS.
03/25/2026: Officers responded to a dispatch call regarding a vehicle fire in the 21000 block of FM 471.
03/26/2026: Officers responded to IH-35 South at CR 6700 for a suicidal subject.
03/26/2026: Officers responded to the 500 block of Miller for Code Enforcement.
03/27/2026: Officers were dispatched to the 700 block of 5th Street regarding a Disturbance.
03/27/2026: Officers responded to the 100 block of East 5th Street regarding Indecency with a Child.
Devine Police Report
March 20
0:49AM – Complainant on Brown Ave. requested patrol by due to seeing dark colored sedan pass slowly by residence multiple times in past 20 minutes and used their driveway to turn around.
3:27AM – Officer dispatched to Teel Dr N for male and female arguing outside residence. Parties separated for the night.
March 21
12:13PM – Officer dispatched to Hondo Ave E in reference to male skating down the road. Officer made contact with subject; all okay.
18:09PM – Late entry – assisted MCSO with active disturbance on TX SH 173. Occurred on 3/18/26.
18:19PM – Officer dispatched to IH 35 S for theft. Male subject cited and released.
20:56PM – Assisted MCSO blocking off right side of lane on IH 35 at crash scene.
21:08PM – Assisted MCSO on CR 652 until deputies arrived. 5 year old male found by passerby on SH 173.
22:52PM – Complainant advised wallet was stolen from her shopping card while inside store around 2200 hours.
March 22
10:52AM – Complainant advised stolen credit card was used at store on E Hondo Ave. at 2233 hours. Total $65.81.
14:23PM – Complainant on Hondo Ave E was at gas pumps exchanging child custody when female assaulted her and then left scene. Charges pending.
19:49PM – Complainant on Breeze Dr called in reference to a suspicious blue car in area. Requesting extra patrols.
March 23
0:20AM – Skimmer check at various businesses in area. All clear, none found.
10:26AM – Complainant on Bentson Dr advised of vehicle blocking fire hydrant. Officer made contact with owner and vehicle moved.
March 24
10:48AM – Complainant on Thompson Dr requesting courtesy patrol due to gray Honda parked across street with occupant in it. All okay.
11:01AM – Complainant on Bright Dr N called in reference to male subject in white shirt, red ball cap and blue jeans on vacant property. Unable to locate subject.
16:56PM – Complainant on Hondo Ave E reported a reckless driver since Lytle, parked at Devine Place Apartments.
17:17PM – Officer stopped vehicle on Hondo Ave E for traffic violation. Subject cited for DWLI and released.
March 25
7:30AM – Officer dispatched for minor accident.
8:00AM – Officer dispatched to Hondo Ave W for minor accident.
17:04PM – Officer dispatched to IH 35 S for minor accident.
17:17PM – Officer dispatched to IH 35 S for minor accident.
20:30PM – Assisted DPS on IH 35 NB at MM 152 with crash. Three injured and taken to BAMC.
March 26
10:05AM – Officer dispatched to Teel Dr N for minor accident.
12:45PM – Complainant on Bright Dr N called in reference to relative on property causing verbal disturbance with her and her grandmother.
15:20PM – Officer dispatched to IH 35 NB access road for minor accident. Was in county area, MSCO took over.
15:43PM – Complainant on Cardinal Dr called in reference to black Volkswagen with subject shooting water guns at passers by. Spoke to principal of High School, all okay.
16:32PM – Officer dispatched to Teel Dr N for minor accident.
18:10PM – Officer dispatched to Thompson Ave for male and female family members arguing. Male was asked to leave location.
Lytle Police Report
Monday, March 23
1:30 AM – Assist Bexar County Sheriff’s Office – IH 35 NB @ MM 133 – Officer responded outside the city limits of Lytle to assist with a rollover accident.
8:49 AM – 15000 Blk. Main St. – Officer initiated a traffic stop for an expired motor vehicle registration, which resulted in the discovery of a small amount of marijuana, which was seized by the officers.
1:00 PM – Lytle PD – Officer released personal property to its owner.
3:25 PM – S. Benton St. @ Oak St. – Officer observed an elderly female walking. Everything was okay.
3:33 PM – CR 681 @ FM 2790 – The officer observed a door-to-door salesman and advised him to stop selling until he obtains a permit from City Hall.
7:18 PM – 18600 Blk. N. Benton St. – Officers responded to a report of a reckless driver but were unable to locate the vehicle.
Tuesday, March 24
2:30 AM – Farmer @ Medlock Valley – Officer responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle and identified the driver and passenger. Officers contacted the parents of a 16-year-old passenger and waited until they arrived to pick up their daughter.
4:22 AM – Assist SAPD – IH 35 @ MM 133 – Officers responded to assist in a vehicle pursuit of a stolen SAPD Patrol SUV that originated outside the city limits of Lytle. The pursuit was terminated on Live Oak St. when SAPD boxed in the vehicle and arrested the driver.
9:26 AM – 14800 Blk. Main St. – Officer responded to a two-vehicle non-injury accident.
1:02 PM – Lytle PD – Officer spoke to a female regarding a forged check that was cashed on her husband’s account in the amount of $9,800 at the Lytle State Bank.
7:10 PM – 19900 Blk. FM 3175 – Officers made contact with a consumer regarding her phone being jammed while she was in the facility.
8:11 PM – Lytle PD – Officer conducted a follow-up on the forged check that was cashed at the Lytle State Bank.
Wednesday, March 25
3:04 AM – 14600 Blk. FM 2790 – Officer responded to an active alarm. The business was secure.
8:35 AM – 19500 Blk. IH 35 – Officer responded to a report of a snake on the caller’s car mirror. The snake was removed.
11:45 AM – Assist Lytle VFD – 15200 Blk. Hester St. – Officers observed a brush fire that was started by a spark from a welder.
11:50 AM – 19300 Blk. McDonald St. – Officer responded to a two-vehicle non-injury accident.
5:00 PM – 15000 Blk. Adams St. – Officer responded to a report of a phone being hacked that resulted in the arrest of a 51 year old female for an active felony Guadalupe County warrant for Driving While Intoxicated with a child. Subject was booked into the Atascosa County Jail.
5:15 PM – 19300 Blk. McDonald St. – Officer responded to a two-vehicle non-injury accident.
6:24 PM – 19300 Blk. McDonald St. – Officer responded to a report of a dog in a vehicle but could not locate it.
8:30 PM – 19900 Blk. FM 3175 – Officer responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle to discover it was the cleaning crew’s vehicle.
Thursday, March 26
4:01 AM – 19600 Blk. IH 35 Frontage Rd. – Officer initiated a traffic stop for a defective tail lamp that resulted in a citation and release of a 27 year old female for Possession of Drug Paraphernalia.
9:00 AM – 18900 Blk. FM 2790 – Officer provided a bus escort for the Lytle High School Power Lifting Team.
11:17 AM – IH 35 NB – Officer responded to a reckless driving 18-wheeler that resulted in a short pursuit that was terminated at Luckey Rd. Bexar County Sheriff’s Office was notified.
1:32 PM – 14800 Blk. Lytle-Somerset St. – Officer responded to an 18-wheeler blocking the roadway and discovered the truck was broken down and awaiting repairs.
2:15 PM – Lytle PD – Officers observed a brush fire that was started by a spark from a welder, and again determined it was an accident by the same contractor.
7:38 PM – 19900 Blk. FM 3175 – Officers responded to a report of a consumer departing the facility. The consumer voluntarily entered and departed but could not be found.
Friday, March 27
9:26 AM – 16000 Blk. Imes Way – Officers responded to a report of a stolen vehicle and discovered it had been repossessed.
9:45 AM – 15100 Blk. Main St. – Officer received a phone call regarding a forged $20 bill that was passed earlier in the week.
8:56 PM – 14600 Blk. FM 2790 – Officer responded to an active alarm. The business was secure.
9:23 PM – 14600 Blk. FM 2790 – Officer responded to an active alarm. The business was secure.
Saturday, March 28
10:05 AM – 19300 Blk. McDonald St. – Officer responded to a two-vehicle non-injury accident.
10:10 AM – 14600 Blk. Main St. – Officer responded to a report of a $220 meat purchase, but the payment did not go through and was not noticed until the customer departed.
12:19 PM – 20200 Blk. IH 35 – Officer responded to a business alarm and discovered that it was a vendor working on the ventilation system.
12:28 PM – 19900 Blk. FM 2175 – Officer responded to a report of a suspicious person to discover a homeless male. The male departed soon after with his sister.
2:40 PM – Assist Atascosa EMS – 19500 Blk. Bruce St. – Officers responded to assist a patient having a medical emergency.
4:04 PM – 19300 Blk. McDonald St. – Officer responded to unlock a 2015 GMC Terrain.
5:24 PM – 19300 Blk. McDonald St. – Officer responded to a report of a $100 bill stolen from her wallet that was left in a shopping cart. The wallet was returned, and the female did not want to pursue charges.
6:56 PM – 14600 Blk. FM 2790 – Officer responded to an active alarm. The business was secure.
8:19 PM – 14900 Blk. Main St. – Officers responded to a report of shots fired and found the shots to be “pop rock” fireworks being shot at a birthday party.
9:10 PM – 14800 Blk. Lytle-Somerset St. – Officer was approached by a male who turned in a cell phone that was left in the bathroom.
23:18 – 14900 Blk. Main St. – Officers responded to a report of an unknown male knocking on a vacant residence. Officers could not locate the male.
Sunday, March 29
8:01 AM – 15100 Blk. Hester St. – Officer responded to the death of an 83-year-old male.
8:15 AM – Assist Medina / Bexar County Sheriff’s Office – FM 2790 – Officers responded to assist in a vehicle pursuit involving a stolen vehicle. The pursuit originated outside the city limits of Lytle and did not enter the city. Lytle officers were not involved.
8:57 AM – IH 35 SB @ MM 132 – Officer responded to a report of an injured goat but could not locate it.
12:03 PM – SH 132 SB in Medina County – Officer responded to a report of a male wearing a black hoodie and a black backpack lying face down on the side of the roadway, but could not locate him after driving just north of Natalia.
3:56 PM – 19300 Blk. McDonald St. – Officer responded to a two-vehicle non-injury accident.
11:16 PM – Assist Atascosa County Sheriff’s Office – 90 Blk. Fox Run Dr. – Officers responded outside the city limits of Lytle to assist in searching for a male subject stealing property but were unable to locate him.
Larry Wallace
Larry Wallace, 72, was born on September 28, 1953 in Bay City, Texas and passed away on March 29, 2026.
Larry is remembered for his music and his talent in being able to fix any appliance. Larry was a retired millwright.
He is survived by his beloved wife Deborah Wallace, his son Larry Wallace, and his daughters, Crystal Winter and Shanae Garcia. He is also survived by his sister Gayle Murphee and Barney.
Larry was a loving grandfather to Paul Aruza and Ann Aruza, and to his 10 great grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his sister Linda Wallace, two brothers Bill Wallace and another brother. Also by his daughter Mona Wallace and her son Paul Aruza.
Austin C. Bayne II
Austin C. Bayne II, of Moore, Texas, passed away on February 26, 2026, in San Antonio, Texas, after a brief illness.
Austin was born on September 13, 1968, in San Antonio, Texas. Throughout his childhood he lived in several places, including Anchorage, Alaska; Tacoma, Washington; and Lytle, Texas, where he graduated from Lytle High School in 1987.
After high school, Austin spent many years living in Michigan working as an interstate truck driver. Later in life, he returned to Texas to be closer to his family.
Austin was preceded in death by his mother, Henrietta Bayne; his grandfathers, Vernon Bayne and William Sisson; and his grandmothers, Roma Jean Bayne and Oleta Casey.
He is survived by his children: Jayme Bayne of Seguin, Tomarra Bayne of Moore, and K’lynn Hope Newton of Seguin. Jayme and Tomarra’s mother, Dana Wittlif, shared in raising them. Though their relationship was not permanent, they remained friends and co-parented together.
He is also survived by his father, Austin Bayne of Lytle; his sister, Barbara Potter (Mike) of Lytle; and his brother, Kenneth Bayne (Mindy) of Colorado Springs.
Austin leaves behind eight grandchildren — K’den, Amberleigh, Braylen, Ryan, Georgia, Clara, Merlin, and Soren — as well as numerous nieces and nephews who will cherish his memory.
A Celebration of Life will be held on April 11, 2026, at 2:00 P.M. at John Lott Municipal Park.
Mustangs on the track in Karnes City
Mustang Sebastian Soto placed 4th in the 800m run during the meet in Karnes City. Photo by Moose Lopez.
Jerel Beaty
Staff writer
The Mustang track and field varsity and JV teams got back into the groove of things last week in Karnes City. Natalia has one regular season meet left at San Antonio Christian before tackling District 28-3A on April 9-10 on their own fantastic facilities.
Finishing in one of the top six spots of their respective varsity events were Jimmy Ayala, Alim Echeverria, Roger Najera, R.J. De La O, and Matthew Rodriguez.
Scoring points
Anxiety, Art, and Advancement as Devine OAP moves on to Area
DHS OAP Director Jose Guardiola with Award Winners Dakota Nighswander, Nolan Beaty, Maverick Beaty and Kayla Dzierzanowski.
Jerel Beaty
Staff writer
Devine High School’s One Act Play cast and crew continue to pass The Test with flying colors, advancing to the Area round for the first time since 2017 after yet another standout performance at the Bi-District contest on March 24 in Navarro.
After a nine year absence, the troupe will take the stage once again in New Braunfels on April 7 where their emotionally driven and technically polished production has already captured the attention of judges throughout the postseason.
Devine hits the stage at 12:00pm as the second of six productions to hit the stage that day. The first play begins at 11:00am.
At its core, The Test tells the story of Alan, portrayed by senior Maverick Beaty, a high school student navigating the overwhelming pressure of an important exam. What begins as a familiar classroom setting quickly transforms into a deeper exploration of anxiety, as the audience is drawn into the inner workings of Alan’s mind.
As distractions mount and self-doubt intensifies, the performance builds into a powerful portrayal of the mental strain many students quietly endure. Maverick’s compelling performance earned him Best Performer honors in three straight competitions, showcasing an impressive emotional range that anchors the entire production.
Opposite him is his younger real-life brother, freshman Nolan Beaty, who delivers a measured and effective performance as Mr. Williams, the calm, by-the-book teacher whose steady demeanor contrasts sharply with Alan’s internal turmoil.
His role highlights the often unseen divide between what educators observe and what students may be experiencing beneath the surface, a performance that garnered All-Star Cast recognition after his last two performances.
Adding another critical layer is freshman Dakota Nighswander as The Voice, whose presence brings Alan’s spiraling thoughts to life. Her second-straight Honorable Mention All-Star Cast performance amplifies the tension on stage, transforming internal conflict into something tangible and deeply engaging for the audience.
The strength of the production extends well beyond its principal roles. The ensemble cast including the chorus (Gwyn DeLeon, Miranda Guerrero, Emma Martinez) and fellow students (Payton Hester, Jacelyn Delaney, Nathan Sanchez, Manuel Leal, Isabella Duron) works seamlessly to create both the realistic classroom environment and the chaotic mental landscape unfolding within Alan’s mind.
Their ability to shift between these two worlds adds depth and complexity, enhancing the relatability and emotional impact that resonates so strongly with judges.
Behind the scenes, the production’s success is equally dependent on a dedicated and detail-oriented crew. Sophomore Kayla Dzierzanowski was recognized with the All-Star Technician Award, leading a talented group responsible for everything from sound and lighting cues to makeup and wardrobe.
Their precision and adaptability have been essential as the team advances through different venues in competition, ensuring each performance runs smoothly despite the technical demands of the show.
With its relatable theme, layered storytelling, and strong execution both on-stage and behind the scenes, The Test continues to stand out as a powerful and timely production. As Devine prepares for its next performance at Area, the cast and crew have already proven they have what it takes to succeed and with that comes at least one more opportunity to bring their story to life.
Congratulations to Director Jose Guardiola and the remaining cast and crew of Melenie Cardenas, Griffin Blouin, Angelica Castillo, Zack Martinez, Natalie Gutierrez, Briana Balderrama, Jessica Ballesteros, Deidre Bishop, Kassandra Fajardo, Taylor Garcia, VeraLee Martinez on advancing to Area! Best of luck!
Lady Pirates cling to fourth seed in district
Matthew “Moose” Lopez
Sports editor
The Lytle Lady Pirates are gearing up for the home stretch of district play before playoffs. Lytle is currently…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 $36 a year in Medina County. Support important local city, county, and school news like this!
Arabians split week against Somerset and Pearsall
Arabian Karsyn Mann sets up her stance during Devine’s intense game against Pleasanton. Photo by Moose Lopez.
Matthew “Moose” Lopez
Sports editor
The Devine Arabians dropped their game against Somerset, 1-4 in a tough loss that saw the softball squad fight until the last inning. They soon rectified their previous loss with a blowout win over Pearsall, beating the Mavericks 10-0. The Arabians currently sit at fourth in the district standings with a record of