Maria Elisa Perales
Maria Elisa Perales, 94, died on August 22, 2022. She was born on June 2, 1928 to Pedro and Maria Estela Garcia. She is preceded in death by her husband Ramiro V. Perales, children Trine Blanco and Ramiro Perales Jr. (Christina), siblings Pedro Garcia, Cleotilde Garcia and Geraldo Garcia. Maria is survived by her children…
Read More67 jailed in Frio, June 28 – August 22
COUNTY ARRESTS Sixty-seven individuals were arrested in Frio County between Tuesday, June 28, and Monday, August 22, 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…
Read MoreMaria Anastacia Flores Sotelo
Maria Anastacia Flores Sotelo, 82, died on August 24, 2022. She was born on December 5, 1939 to Jose Flores and Isabel De La Cruz Flores. She is preceded in death by her parents, grandson Manuel Perez, four brothers and two sisters. Sotelo is survived by her husband Victor Sotelo Sr., children Ana Aide (Javier…
Read MoreThe Bible and the Headlines: News You Can Use
By David Bachelor, PhD The good news in the headlines this week is that you do not have to stop traveling just because you’re dead. The most recent entry into the deceased travel miles program is Nichelle Nichols, aka Lieutenant Uhura of the original “Star Trek.” Saturday’s New York Times carried the headline, “Ashes of…
Read MoreGaldina “Nina” Martinez Castor
Galdina “Nina” Martinez Castor, 93, died on Saturday, August 27, 2022. She was born in Dilley April 18, 1929. She is preceded in death by her husband Manuel DeLeon Castor, granddaughter Rachel Molina, sisters Esperanza Montemayor and Felicitas Ramirez. Galdina is survived by nine children Janie Castor Perez and husband Avel Perez, Manuel Castor and…
Read MoreFlooding prompts disaster declaration
Heavy rains through Texas last week caused flooding, particularly in the Dallas area, prompting Gov. Greg Abbott to issue a disaster declaration for 23 affected counties. Texans who were affected by the rain, which dumped more than 10 inches in Dallas, are encouraged to file insurance claims with their providers and to complete the voluntary…
Read MoreJalapeno Cornbread
I overheard a conversation somewhere and someone said they absolutely adore jalapeño cornbread. I’m still not a fan of cornbread, but something about it being jalapeño laced makes me think I would try it. Jalapeño Cornbread, from Mrs. Harvey Penshorn (Peggy) As printed in The San Antonio Conservation Society Cook Book, from The San Antonio…
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ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Derby Water System Emergency Well Repairs The Derby Water System is requesting bids for Emergency Well repairs. The project scope includes the repair of the water well pumping system and accessories, All Equipment, Piping, Electrical and Site Work. The Project is funded through the Texas Water Development Board’s (“TWDB”) Drinking Water State…
Read MoreLa Salle SO nets $200k in Operation Stonegarden funds
Monies to pay for overtime and new equipment The La Salle County Sheriff’s Office is the recipient of $200,000 in federal funding that will be used to support border security through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Operation Stonegarden Grant Program. The funding is made available to law enforcement agencies with the objective of enhancing…
Read MoreHow do you glue?
How do you glue? Something I have struggled with in crafting and arts is finding simple lists and breakdowns of the everyday supplies I might need to use. Today I wanted to share adhesives that you might use in collages or mixed media arts. Adhesives Breakdown Shared from Creative Collage by Marie Browning, 2008 The…
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