Area News
SO disputes chief’s claim over jail turn-aways
Is there no room at county lock-up? Frio County Chief Deputy Peter Salinas is disputing a claim made by the Pearsall Police chief that county jailers are denying cell space to local detainees. Chief Daniel Flores told councilors on Tuesday, July 9, that his officers are arresting suspects with active warrants or those who have…
Read More25 jailed in La Salle, July 8 – 21
COUNTY ARRESTS Twenty-five individuals were arrested in La Salle County over the past two weeks on a range of felony and misdemeanor charges as well as on warrants issued locally and in other jurisdictions. Arrests were made by deputies of the La Salle County Sheriff’s Office, troopers of the Texas Department of Public Safety Highway…
Read MoreGrand Opening
ALAMO LUMBER on North Main Street in Cotulla held its official grand opening on Friday morning, July 19, as part of a two-day celebration that also included sales promotions, snacks and refreshments, and a student fundraiser. Branch Manager Heather Remmers cut the ribbon at the new store, joined by JD Lichtenberger, assistant manager; Kevin Nall,…
Read MoreCounty supports Back-to-School Health Fair with fund donation for backpacks
La Salle County commissioners voted unanimously on Monday, July 8, to contribute $2,500 to the Brush Country Chamber of Commerce for its popular annual health fair, set for the last Wednesday of the month. The 4-6 p.m. July 31 event in the AB Alexander Convention Center on the IH-35 access road in Cotulla has increased…
Read MoreTechnology aids in recovery of stolen tractor in Frio
A San Antonio man was able to locate his Kubota tractor through the use of a Bluetooth tracking device, five months after the equipment had been stolen. Frio County deputies say the man was traveling along County Road 2662 when he received a notification from an Apple AirTag tracking device that had been placed on…
Read MoreSeven-hour standoff ends in couple’s arrest, children’s rescue
Barricaded in Pearsall motel room while FBI, state, local officers wait outside An Illinois couple faces a rake of felony charges after a seven-hour standoff with federal, state, and local law enforcement for interference with child custody after the pair allegedly abducted their three children and were found in Pearsall. Local and state authorities…
Read MoreDemolition begins at iconic store on plaza
Building could not be salvaged, City Hall says A building that served for generations as the backdrop to community events in the heart of Cotulla’s Hispanic historical district is being leveled this week. Cotulla streets and parks department crews began the process of demolishing the former Botanica Vasquez, previously known as Red Store #3, on…
Read MoreLucio pursues childhood dream of becoming Airborne Special Forces operator
Raised by his father, a Gulf War and Operation Desert Storm veteran, Pearsall’s Isaiah Lucio, 27, will pursue his childhood dream of becoming an Airborne Special Forces operator after earning his bachelor’s degree in Computer Information Systems from Texas A&M University-San Antonio, while commissioning as a Second Lieutenant from the University of Texas at San…
Read MoreCouncilors lay groundwork for $1M fire truck
“We were not anticipating this” At a price of more than $900,000 plus additional expenses, purchase of a fully equipped truck for the Cotulla Volunteer Fire Department may only be possible through a shared agreement with the county government. Cotulla city councilors agreed Thursday evening, July 11, to approve a resolution that makes it legal…
Read MoreDeputies nab SA fugitive wanted by US Marshals
By Breyana Segura A San Antonio man allegedly attempting to evade capture on a felony criminal charge was taken into custody by US Marshals and Frio County sheriff’s deputies on Wednesday, July 10. Frio County deputies say US Marshals requested the department’s assistance after learning a wanted suspect, 18-year-old Lavonte Webb, was found living in…
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