Why we carve pumpkins
SQUIRRELING ALONG It’s been said that a certain squirrel (yours truly) bounces around a lot, and I am not ashamed to admit it. Just last week as I was sending one of my little squirrels off to a day at the pumpkin patch with friends… I realized I haven’t actually got a clue why we…
Read MoreWhite Chocolate Mug Cake
Candy, candy everywhere… but all I wanted was cake. That’s where a quick microwave treat can save the day! White Chocolate Mug Cake As printed in Mug Cakes by Leslie Bilderback Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter ¼ cup white chocolate chips 1 large egg 3 ½ tablespoons buttermilk ¼ teaspoon pure vanilla extract 2 tablespoons…
Read MoreMinerva Carrizales
Minerva Carrizales, 89, of Pearsall, died on October 19, 2024 with her family by her side. She was born on January 19, 1935 to parents Francisco and Maria Vinton Robledo and lived in Pearsall all her life. She is preceded in death by her husband Filiberto A. Carrizales, daughter Marcella Cruz, and brother Manuel Robledo…
Read MoreGloria Leal
Gloria Leal, 80, of Seymour, Texas, died on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 in Wichita Falls. She was born on April 8, 1944 in Pearsall to Julian and Jesusa Navarro Frausto. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Rudy Leal, infant daughter Rachel Leal, brothers Joe Frausto and Julian Frausto Jr., sisters Josie Hernandez…
Read MoreCheryl Denise “Lela” Benavides
Cheryl Denise “Lela” Benavides, 58, of Pearsall, died on October 20, 2024, surrounded by her family. She was born on March 19, 1966 in Pearsall. She is preceded in death by her maternal grandmother Elvira Juarez Trevino and numerous aunts and uncles. Denise is survived by her daughters Valeria Benavides, Vanessa (Leonides Gonzalez), and Vianca…
Read MoreCOUNTY ARRESTS
31 jailed in Frio, October 7 – 20 Thirty-one individuals were arrested in Frio County between Monday, October 7, and Sunday, October 20, on a range of felony and misdemeanor charges. Arrests were made by deputies of the Frio County Sheriff’s Office, troopers of the Department of Public Safety Highway Patrol, and officers of the…
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MAVERICKS’ HOMECOMING
MAVERICKS’ HOMECOMING was celebrated at Pearsall ISD’s Mack Laxson Field on Friday evening, October 25, and Ethan Vela and Kristen Morales were crowned Homecoming King and Queen during halftime ceremonies at the Mavericks’ varsity game against the SA Memorial Minutemen. Pearsall won the game 28-21. (CURRENT Photo: Manuel Azocar III)
Read MoreBaggin’ and Snaggin’ Mavericks 4-H event is a big hit
The Pearsall Mavericks 4-H organization hosted its third annual Baggin’ and Snaggin’ Cornhole Tournament & Goat Roping plus Cabrito Cook Off fundraiser on Saturday, October 12, drawing a huge crowd for the family-friendly event. This year, the 4-H club added the Kids Goat Ranch Rodeo, which drew a huge crowd. Six teams entered and competed…
Read MoreCajun Mac and Cheese
Cajun Mac and Cheese As printed in 9×13: The Perfect-Fit Dish, by the Meredith Corporation, 2010 3 cups dried tricolor or plain elbow macaroni (12 ounces) 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (8 ounces) 4 ounces American cheese, cubed 2 tablespoons butter or margarine 3/4 cup chopped sweet onion (such as Vidalia, Walla Walla, or Maui)…
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