Bearkat Donations
Attention Sam Houston graduates: Alumni are purchasing a Christmas in the Park sign for our alma mater. If you wish to donate and be recognized as a contributor, please mail a payment of $200 (per graduate). The due date is April 30. Make a check or cashier’s check to Martha Lucas - address to Martha Lucas, 131 E. Main St. Cuero, TX, 77954. Provide your - name, year graduated, and phone number in case needed for contact. If you have any questions, call Martha Lucas at 361275-4083 or Shane Simon at 361-564-8418. Go Bearkats!
New Museum Hours
Yorktown Historical Museum will have new hours of operation beginning May 1. The museum will be open on Fridays and Saturdays from 1-4 pm. Appointments are available upon request. If you would be interested in being a docent please contact Beverly Bruns at 361935-5243
National Day of Prayer
Let’s intercede for the world and love one another. You’re invited to pray. Thursday, May 1, 5:30 p.m. at Cuero Library Pavilion, 207 E. Main Street in Cuero. Everyone invited, bring your law chairs. Contact: Pastor Earl 361243-8684.
DEMOCRATIC WOMEN
The DeWitt/ LaVaca County Democratic Women will hold its monthly meeting on Friday May 2 from 11 am to 1 pm at Maya’s restaurant in Cuero. All are invited. The organization’s website is DeWittLavacaTx-Democratic Women (https://dewittlavacatxdemocratwomen. wordpress.com/). For more information contact Wanda Campbell at dewittlavacatxdem-ocraticwomen@ yahoo. com.
PASTOR WASHINGTON CELEBRATION
Mt. Bethany Baptist Church invites you to help us celebrate the 19th year of dedicated and faithful service of Pastor Kelving F. Washington on Sunday, May 4, at 11 a.m. with Rev. Elwin B. Washington, associate minister of New Sunlight Baptist Church in Lake Charles, La. and at 3 p.m. with Rev. Dale Laster, pastor of Evergreen Baptist Church in Hallettsville, Texas.
RABKE METHODIST CHURCH The Rabke Methodist Church will hold the Annual Decoration Sunday Celebration on Sunday, May 4, 2025. A pot luck luncheon will be held on the grounds at 12:00 noon and the Church Service will begin at 2:00 p.m. A short celebration at the Rabke Cemetery will follow the church services. All are welcomed!
SUMMER PLAY AUDITIONS
Auditions for the Shiner Gaslight Dinner Theatre summer play, “The Voice of the Prairie” are scheduled for Monday and Tuesday, May 5th, and 6th from 6:00 to 8:30 p.m. at the theatre. The “voice” belongs to Davey Quinn, who, in the early days of this century, tells stories on the radio, recounting his youthful adventures. Playwright John Olive has written a story which beckons the theatre audience to remember a more innocent time when radio opened the world of imagination. There is a need for 5 to 12 actors including two younger teens. No experience is necessary! Come have fun this summer with the head storytellers, Leslie Buesing and Vickie Westergren. www. shinergaslight.org
CHICKEN BBQ FUNDRAISER
The Cuero American Legion Post 3 is having an Armed Forces Day Special Chicken BBQ Fundraiser, May 17, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Drive Through Only, 310 S. Esplanade, $15 Donate for one whole chicken. Tickets available at DeWitt County Coop & Anders Auto.
EMS WEEK
May 19-25 is EMS week. Meet and Greet YEMS first responders on Sunday, May 18 from 5-7 p.m. at the Yorktown EMS station, 508 N Riedel St. Blood pressure checks and education material available. Hot dogs, chips and drinks will be served.
SPRING FESTIVAL St. Michael Catholic Church in Cuero announces its Annual Parish SPRING FESTIVAL on Sunday, May 18, on the parish grounds, 309 E. Church St. A Roast Beef Dinner with all the trimmings will be served from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Dining will be on-site or drive thru for plates to-go. Meal tickets are $15. Also planned for the afternoon is Live Music from the Rusty Steins Polka Band from 11 a.m. to noon, Beer Garden, Live Auction, Silent Auction, Bingo, Country Store and Raffle. The Live Auction will start at 12:15 p.m. Come enjoy a great meal and a fun-filled day for all ages! The FESTIVAL will benefit St. Michael Church and School. For more information, contact the church office at 361-275-3554, Father Jacob Mendoza, pastor.
YORKTOWN PHOTO CONTEST
The Yorktown Chamber of Commerce is calling all local photographers of all ages and skill levels to submit photos that capture the beauty of our town. The winning photo will be featured on community postcards. Requirements: incorporate Yorktown, high resolution JPEG or PNG (minimum 300 dpi), landscape orientation. Submit to cc@yorktowntx. com by Friday May 30.
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 afitts@cityofcuero. com or call 361-485-8090.
WOODMAN CEMETERY CLEANUP
Volunteers are desperately needed and greatly appreciated at the Woodman Cemetery Cleanup to be held on Aug. 9 starting at 7 a.m. If possible, please bring work equipment. Any questions, contact Carol Ross Brookens @ 512922-9885.
HISTORY OF DEWITT COUNTY 1899 AVAILABLE LOCALLY
Following the recent reception for the completion of ‘History of DeWitt County 1899’ by DeWitt County Historical Commission, those interested in obtaining a copy have been asking where the new books are available. Commission members have attempted to make copies of the new publication available at local and area museums and related offices. In Cuero the museums that have ‘History of DeWitt County 1899’ books available include DeWitt County Historical Museum, Chisholm Trail Heritage Museum, and Cuero Heritage Museum. Also Cuero Chamber of Commerce will have a few copies of the book available to the public. In Yorktown the books are available at Yorktown Historical Museum and in Yoakum at the Yoakum Historical Museum.
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 361-2438684 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 775304-7802.
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 361-2935576.
