Hispanic Texans likely largest demographic
The U.S. Census Bureau released its latest estimate, which indicates Hispanic residents in Texas make up more of the state’s population than white residents. The new population figures from the American Community Survey indicate Hispanic Texans comprise 40.2% of the state’s population last year, while non-Hispanic white Texans made up 39.4%, as reported in the…
Read MoreThe Bible And The Headlines: News You Can Use
By David Bachelor, PhD On Monday the American media celebrated the return of an American held captive in Afghanistan. The Washington Post headline was, “U.S. Hails Release of Taliban Captive Following Prisoner Swap.” Mark Frerichs was exchanged for an Afghan warlord held by the U.S. since 2005. The repatriation of this warlord “. . .…
Read More36 jailed in Frio, August 23 – September 18
Thirty-six individuals were arrested in Frio County between Friday, August 23, and Sunday, September 18, 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 Pearsall Police Department. In addition to those being…
Read MoreArtie Jesse Trevino
Artie Jesse Trevino, 64, of Pearsall, died on August 21, 2022, in Hawaii. He was born on December 23, 1957, in Dilley to Artemio and Maria de Jesus Trevino. He is preceded in death by his grandmother Josephina Maciel, father Artemio Trevino and sister Yvonne Gomez. Artie is survived by his children Blas Artemio Trevino,…
Read MoreCaramel Biscuits
Yes, yes, I know, it’s a recipe from the exact same cookbook as I just shared with you last week. The honest truth is that I saw the words caramel and biscuit together and couldn’t pass it up. You probably know these better as monkey bread… it doesn’t matter what you call them, they’re awesome.…
Read MoreCity moves ahead on gun range project
Old Cotulla Landfill targeted as practice site for TDCJ, other agencies Cotulla city councilors have given the green light to a partnership with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice for construction of a gun range at the former municipal landfill on the southeastern outskirts of the community. Located beside FM 624 and close to the…
Read MoreShower thoughts with Shelly
“… and by now, everyone has heard, and everyone is talking about it, and the gossip and the rumors have already gotten out of hand…” –A “But you have to keep it a secret. These guys really don’t need to know about that.” –M Why is it, do you suppose, any of us cares at…
Read MoreThe Bible And The Headlines: News You Can Use
By David Bachelor, PhD It has not happened in 70 years, so the death of the British monarch was a newsworthy event. Every aspect of Queen Elizabeth II’s final days were commented on by the British press and the media of the international community. Within hours of her passing, the focus of many articles considered…
Read MoreIrene E. Hernandez
Irene E. Hernandez, 81, died on Thursday, September 1, 2022 surrounded by her family. She was born in Pearsall to Leopoldo and Juanita Elizondo. She was preceded in death by her parents, sons David Hernandez, George Hernandez III, husband George Hernandez Jr. and daughter Mary Eliza Hernandez. Irene is survived by her daughter Maria Elena…
Read MoreDilley ISD offers free student meals
Dilley ISD has announced that it will provide free meals to all students for the 2022-23 school year as it will continue its policy to operate the Community Eligibility Program (CEP) under the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program. According to a press release, schools qualifying to operate CEP serve breakfast and lunch…
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