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Jars of Love
Peanut butter is one of the most requested items by food pantries due to its nutritional value, long shelf life, and affordability. Through March 25, a Jars of Love peanut butter donation barrel is located at The Cuero Record, 119 E. Main Street, and other organizations in the Crossroads, served by the Food Bank of the Golden Crescent. Donations are also accepted online on the website at https:// www.tfbgc.org/jarsoflove Through the online donation portal, the community can also participate in the $20 Challenge, where $20 = 10 jars of peanut butter, helping to provide even more support for local families
Cuero Livestock Show
The 76th Annual Cuero Livestock Show continues through Friday, Mar. 7, with the auction at the Friar Ag Center. Look for the full schedule in today’s special section and on the Cuero Livestock Show Facebook page: Mar. 5 Breed Heifer & Swine, Mar.6-Steers, Sheep, & Goat, Mar. 7-Auction.
Kid’s Bunco
Something FUN to do! Kids Bunco, ages 8-18, Sunday, March 9 at 2:30 p.m. at the Yorktown Historical Museum. It’s free to play, but please RSVP to Amy Lamprecht at 361-491-1920 by March 7!
Substitutes, Cafeteria, Bus Driver training
The Cuero ISD will hold its substitute training on Wednesday, March 5, at 8:30 a.m. in the Cuero ISD Administration Office located at 960 East Broadway, Cuero. This training will provide individuals wishing to work in the classroom, cafeteria, or driving a bus with information necessary for success while substituting in the district. This also includes state mandated training for Safety and Security and Stop the Bleed Training. All substitutes must attend this training. New applicants need to bring a copy of their social security card, driver’s license, and transcript or diploma to the training as well. Applicants that have not completed an application with Cuero ISD, need to go to www.cueroisd.org. For more information, contact Jessica Hernandez at 361-275-1914 or Melissa Jimenez at 361-275-1900.
Brunch Buddies & Bingo Seniors 55 and older are invited to Brunch Buddies and Bingo on Thursday, March 6th from 10:30 a.m. – noon in the Education Room at Cuero Regional Hospital. Seniors will enjoy a free meal, “Joint Health” presentation, and a few games of bingo with prizes! RSVP’s are required and open to the first 50 seniors only. Call the hospital at 361-275-6191 or email [email protected] to get your name on the list to attend.
Democratic Women’s Meeting
The DeWitt/LaVaca County Democratic Women will hold its February meeting on Friday Mar.7 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Maya’s restaurant in Cuero.All are invited. The organization’s website is De-WittLavacaTxDemocratic Women (https://dewittlavacatxdemocratwomen. wordpress.com/).
For more information contact Margaret Vandeveer at dewittlavacatxdemocraticwomen@ yahoo.com.
Giddy Up for Amy
Get ready for an unforgettable evening to benefit Amy Ames’ therapy for cancer treatment, Saturday, March 8, 6-11 p.m at 2099 Spies Rd.Yorktown.
Gardening Presentation The second presentation for the 2025 “Lunch and Learn With the Masters” program, sponsored by Victoria County Master Gardener Association, will be held Monday, March 10, noon-1 p.m. at VEG Pavilion in Victoria, 283 Bachelor Dr., across from the Victoria Regional Airport control tower. The event is open to all area residents free of charge. Master Gardener David Hensley will lead a program titled “Here We Go a Mulching.” Those who desire to do so may bring a sack lunch and beverage.
T.P.A. Breakfast
The Traveler's Association will have the regular monthly meeting on Tues. March 11, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. at Bahnhof Cafe, 213 W. Main, Cuero, TX. All members and prospective members are invited to attend and enjoy having breakfast with the group. Note: This month it will be the second Tuesday instead of the first Tuesday.
Cuero Chamber Awards Banquet
The Cuero Chamber of Commerce Agriculture & Visitor’s Bureau will host the Carnival of Success Social and Awards Banquet on Thursday, March 13, at The Venue on Church Street. The social starts at 5:30 p.m. with dinner at 6 p.m. and awards ceremony at 7 p.m. Business casual attire or Mardi Gras themes. RSVP by March 6. For more information, call the chamber at 361-275-2112 Music Bingo
Music Bingo is coming to Yorktown on Friday, March 14 at 5D Steakhouse. Play begins at 7. Individual tickets are $25, table of 4 is $125 & a table of 8 is $250. Tables of 4 & 8 will be treated to snacks and wine. Profits from the evening will go towards the purchase of a community digital marquee serving the Yorktown area. Tickets can be purchased at any of Yorktown’s 4 banks, the Chamber office or online by calling 361-564-8446.
IBCA BBQ Cookoff
The 12th Annual IBCA BBQ Cook-Off will take place March 14-15 at Gruenau Hall, 1012 Gruenau Rd, Yorktown, with a $5,000 pay out There will be raffle items and tickets will be available during the cook-off, or you can contact Danny or Dianna to purchase them. Taste judges are always needed starting at 10am on Saturday. Contact Danny Metting at 361649-1647 or Dianna Metting at 361-491-1217.
Crucial Blood Drive
We’re in a critical blood shortage throughout all of South Texas, meaning we have less than a 1-day supply of O+/- blood and around a 2-day supply of all other blood types. There are 15 available appointments at the Blood Drive at Holy Cross, Yorktown, March 16, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. https://donor.southtexasblood. org/.../drive_schedule/ 148478 This is a great opportunity for students to earn their Red Cord Graduation Points or to have friends/ family donate on their behalf for additional points. All blood types are desperately needed, and walk-ins are always welcome! One simple donation has the potential to help up to 3 local patients!
Lindenau Chicken BBQ LIndenau Rifle Club Annual Chicken BBQ will be held Sunday, March 16, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. PRESALE TICKETS ONLY. Tickets are $15 and the meal consists of: ½ BBQ chicken, German Potatoes, Stuffed cabbage, Pinto Beans, and BBQ sauce. Tickets can be purchased at Security Storage from 8 a.m. to noon, the DeWitt county Co-op, Anders Auto, or you can call Janis at 361-275-4777. Proceeds used for the preservation of the old dance hall. The last day to purchase tickets is March 14 at noon. New members welcome!
SWCD CEU Class
The DeWitt County Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD) is hosting a CEU event for all private applicator license holders who need credits for their license renewal. It will be on March 18th at the DeWitt County Veterans Center, 901 E Hwy 72 Yorktown, TX. Sign in begins at 7:30 and the cost is $30.00. Presentations start at 8:00 and run until 2:30. Lunch is provided. Pre-register at dewittcounty@ swcd.texas.gov or call or text Velinda Geffert, district secretary, at 361-935-6848.
Sunday Afternoon Kaffeeklatsch
If you are a fan of Texas history and especially DeWitt County history, you are invited to a special event celebrating a new book about the people and places of this county in the late 1800’s. DeWitt County Historical Commission is celebrating its new book “History of DeWitt County 1899.” Originally written in German, it was discovered in Yorktown in 2020. Translated into English, it is part of the 175th Anniversary of DeWitt County. The book also contains essays written by early DeWitt County resident Rudolf Kleberg. The event will be held Sunday, March 23, from 2-4 p.m. at the English German School, located at 205 N. Terrell on the Chisholm Trail Museum property. The Sunday Afternoon Kaffeeklatsch will feature German wine tasting and special guest Dr. James Kearney, translator for the book.
Local Scholarships
DeWitt County Farm Bureau will be awarding scholarships to qualified 2025 graduating seniors in DeWitt County. These scholarships are only for DeWitt County residents. Applicants from Yoakum High School, Cuero High School, Yorktown High School, Nordheim High School as well as an approved home school program are eligible, provided they are the son or daughter of a DeWitt County Farm Bureau member with a current membership. Applicants must be enrolling in a college, university or a vocational school in the fall semester following graduation.
Contact your high school counselor for assistance with the application form and other requirements. Submit the materials to the DeWitt County Farm Bureau, P. O. Box 271, Cuero, Texas 77954, or drop off before deadline at 312 E. Main Street, Cuero, Texas 77954.
The submission deadline is March 28. Questions may be directed to DeWitt County Farm Bureau, County Secretary, Heather Dolan at 361-275-6177.
Westhoff Spring Festival Westhoff School PTC Annual Spring Festival, Saturday, March 29, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., 244 Lynch Ave., Westhoff. Pre-Sale BBQ Plates, $10, Live Auction at noon, Cake Walk, Games, Country Store, Small ($1) and Large ($5) Raffle tickets. For more information, call 830-236-5519.
Yorktown Elementary School Reunion
YES Class of 1995 plans are underway for our 30 year class reunion on Saturday, March 29 at Vietnam veteran center (old American Legion Hall) 901 Hwy 72 E beginning at 3 pm. We are asking for donations to help cover the hall expense and briskets. Everyone is ask to please bring a snack, side or dessert to go with chopped brisket on a bun. Please RSVP on here or to Crystal Alvarez at 361-550-8913, Tammy Childers at 361-548-3536 or Amy Lamprecht at 361-4911920. Looking forward to seeing everyone.
Author Book Signing Join the Chisholm Trail Heritage Museum to welcome accomplished Texas author Elizabeth Crook for a book signing event and Q&A discussion. Thursday Apr 3, 2025, 5:30 p.m. at the Chisholm Trail Heritage Museum, 302 N Esplanade, Cuero. This is a ticketed event. $10 per ticket, or free with the purchase of “The Madstone” or “The Which Way Tree” books from CTHM Gift Shop. Call 361-277-2866 or visit chisholmtrailmuseum. org/events for more.
BBQ Cook Off
First Annual Yorktown Chamber of Commerce BBQ Cook Off. April 4th and 5th. Limited spaces with electricity. $200 entry Brisket, Ribs and Chicken. Contact the chamber at [email protected] or Erik Helbing at 361-676-4744.
Freemasons Offer Scholarships
Yorktown and Nordheim 2025 graduating seniors planning to attend technical school or college are invited to apply for a scholarship from Yorktown’s Cameron Masonic Lodge. Education is a key factor in the future success of not only our community but the country as a whole. The Freemasons are pleased to be able to offer further educational assistance through the scholarship program. The deadline for applying is noon April 8th. Students should contact their respective school counselors for more information.
Yorktown Spring Clean Up
Monday through Friday, April 7-11. Please have all items at the curb by 7 a.m. Monday April 7. Brush bundles are required to be no more than 4 feet in length and tied together with either string or twine and weigh no more than 35 pounds. Pieces of lumber/ wood are also required to be no more than 4 feet in length. TDA cannot take items like tires, construction materials, hazardous material or stones/bricks.
Ag Business Luncheon The Cuero Chamber of Commerce Agriculture & Visitor’s Bureau will host its annual Ag Business Luncheon on Wednesday, April 23, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Anne Friar Thomas Building, 501 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in Cuero. Keynote speaker will be Dr. Jeffrey W. Savell, Vice Chancellor and Dean of Texas A&M Agrilife College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. For more information on tickets and vendor booths, contact 361-275-2112.
Indianola Exhibit
The Cuero Heritage Museum proudly presents Honoring Our Mother: Indianola in Color, an immersive exhibit running from February 1 to June 1, 2025, at 124 E. Church Street, Cuero, Texas. Featuring colorized historic photographs, artifacts, and a compelling video, the exhibit brings the lost port city of Indianola back to life. The video includes Capt. J. M. Reuss' Civil War letter, the harrowing Sheppard story from the 1886 hurricane, the poem Where is My Home, and A. J. Coutret’s account of the 1875 storm. This exhibit offers a vivid journey through Indianola’s past, showcasing its historical significance and lasting impact on Texas. For more information, contact Amber Fitts Jones at [email protected] or call 361-485-8090.
Library/Crown Hospice Hosts Senior Social Hour
Crown Hospice is holding a Senior Social Hour at the Yorktown Public Library on the 1st Monday of every month. The social hour begins at 10 a.m. and is open to the public. Bingo, prizes and snacks are all provided free of charge. The hosts look forward to you attending.
Unity Prayer
Unity prayer every third Monday of the month at Cuero Library from 5:45- 6:45 p.m. for more information cal 361243-8684 or 361-243-1141
Family Storytime
Every Tuesday from 10 - 11 a.m. the Cuero Municipal Library has Family Storytime. This engaging program features crafts, snacks, stories, and fun activities tailored for children aged 0-5.
DeWitt County Shutterbugs
Do you love photography? Do you want to learn more, be inspired, challenged? Do you want to get together with other creative photographers? If so, please join us at a Shutterbugs meeting. Meetings are held on every third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the First Baptist Church in Cuero, 408 N. Gonzales Street. Please enter through the front door under the awning. All ages and levels are welcome. For any questions, please email [email protected].
Senior Coffee Hour & Social
Wednesdays at 10 a.m., the Dinter American Legion No. 3 will host a Veterans and Seniors Coffee Hour and Social. 310 S. Esplanade. For more information, call 361-275-6334 or 775-304-7802.
Bible Study
Come hear Steve Egan, Evangelist for the Cuero Church of Christ, teaching on the 15 historical periods of the Bible, each Wednesday at 7 p.m., 1100 E. McArthur. For more information call 714-292-3352.
Turner Hall Bingo
Turner hall will host Bingo every Thursday at 7:30p.m. Turner Hall is located at 5245 State Highway 111 West. For more information, call 361293-5576.
Cuero VFW Bingo
Cuero VFW Post 3972 has resumed weekly games of Bingo at the Post Home. Games will begin at 7:30 p.m. Proceeds of these games benefit local charities, youth, and veterans in need. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
