January
• The Yorktown Chamber of Commerce hosted an evening of Bunco on Jan. 3 at 5D tavern. Money raised went toward the purchase of an electronic marquee to be installed in front of the Fire Station Hall. The marquee will be used to keep folks informed of activities in and around the local area.
• Three Yorktown residents were among 54 nursing students who completed the intense studies of the Victoria College Vocational Nursing Program to graduate and start careers in 2025. They were Cayla Green, Dakota Ratjen and Emily Jones.
• Brian Cromeens, the new 24th Judicial District Attorney, takes the oath of office on Jan. 1 accompanied by his wife, Maggie, and daughter Libby. District Judge Stephen Williams administered the oath.
• Organizers for Yorktown’s first Mardi Gras asked the public for helping design a T-shirt for the festival they hope will become an annual event. Designs should reflect traditional themes and the colors of gold and purple, they said.
• Sheriff Carl Bowen informed the DeWitt County Commissioners Court that six of 10 hot water heaters in the county jail were out of service during the regular meeting Jan.13. Though the repair request was urgent due to possibilities of leaks, the nothing could be ordered until the vendor submitted a cost quote.
• DeWitt County officials urged residents to prepare for severe winter weather to include freezing rain, snow and sleet the third week of January. School districts closed for the Martin Luther King holiday cancelled classes the following Tuesday.
• DeWitt County saw an increase in stomach flu cases, primarily flu type A, along with rising COVID- 19 cases, while Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) cases declined, according to Cuero Regional Hospital’s Dr. Paul Willers.
• The DeWitt County 4-H Livestock Judging Team of Nathan Oakes, Jackie Finney, Percy Torrez, and Wyatt Luddeke secured 1st place at the Western National Roundup on Jan. 10 in Denver. The win qualifies them for the International Royal Highland Show in Scotland this June.
February
The installation of new park benches by “Keep Yorktown Beautiful” was completed. The stylish and comfortable benches were expected to enhance the beauty of ocal parks and also provide a welcoming space for residents and visitors to relax and enjoy the great outdoors.
• After a one-year absence, the Yorktown Kitty Kats made it back to the playoffs, clinching a berth with a 52-43 victory over the Kenedy Leopards in a fourth-place tie breaker.
• The Yorktown ISD Board of Trustees learned along with others across the state that a voucher program being considered by the Texas Legislature would be expected to cut 10 percent from public school funding in Texas.
• “No Tractor Trailer” signs became effective at US 183 & Old Gonzales Road, FM 766 & Blackwell Road, Old Gonzales Road at Railroad Crossing, US 72 & Old San Antonio Road, US 183 & Old San Antonio Road, and US 72 and Old San Antonio Bypass. Residents had complained about nearly being run off the narrow roads by trucks.
Brian Cromeens, the new 24th Judicial District Attorney 1/ 8/ 25
• 2025 Yorktown FFA Sweetheart Laynie Boyd took center stage as she awarded ribbons and honors to the winners at the Yorktown Stock Show.
• Yorktown ISD continued to expand its Teacher Incentive Allotment (TIA) program, increasing the number of designated teachers from 13 last year to 20 this year. With this growth, these educators received a combined total of approximately $270,000 in additional compensation, an increase of $100,000 from the previous year.
• The 2025 Miss Yorktown Court was crowned by Western Day officials at the beginning of the City Council meeting Feb. 25.
March
• Yorktown came alive with vibrant colors and lively celebrations as it hosted its inaugural Mardi Gras March 1. The festivities kicked off with an exhilarating Mardi Gras ATV Parade where splendidly decorated vehicles paraded through the streets, filling the air with excite- ment and anticipation.
• The DeWitt County Historical Commission announced publication of the new book ‘History of DeWitt County - 1899.’ The German language book was translated and published by the Commission was set to be revealed at a reception March 23 at the English-German School, 205 North Terrell, on the Chisholm Trail Museum grounds.
• DeWitt County Sheriff’s Department Lieutenant Investigator Bethany Hobbs was accept- ed into a 10-week course at the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virg.
• Brycen Allman, a Yorktown resident and high school senior, was crowned Miss San Antonio Teen USA in early March.
• The DeWitt County Commissioners Court approved the purchase in Yorktown of 1.4 acres of land for $195,000 from Texas Store Property LLC to build a new Precinct 2 Justice of the Peace building.
• An adult Yorktown Prom Night for dressed-up dining and dancing was held a 5D restaurant March 8. It was promoted by the Yorktown Chamber of Commerce.
• Yorktown ISD installed new signs across its campuses and facilities that a Guardian program is in place to provide protection for students and staff.
• Bluebonnets that usually are in full bloom in March were delayed in 2025 due to a late freeze. Wildflower enthusiasts were told to expect full blooming in April.
• A fire broke out in the 800 block of Metting School Rd. in Yorktown on March 24, resulting in the complete loss of the home, despite the efforts of multiple fire department’s help.
• The DeWitt Medical Foundation Gala received a donation of $100,000 from Two Bar, LLP.
April
• The Yorktown Chamber of Commerce partnered with the Yorktown Nursing Home for this year’s Community-Wide Easter Egg Hunt on April 12. Residents enjoyed watching local chil dren search for colorful eggs with the Easter Bunny and Rowdy Rooster spreading joy.
• Yorktown High School 2025 Prom King was Cameron Willis.
• The Presbyterian Church of Yorktown started its first full year with a pastor after not having one for two decades. Pastor Michael Smith joined the church in the fall.
• Former DeWitt County Constable Kelly Phelps was arrested by the Texas Rangers and charged with tampering with a government record and abuse of official capacity in connection with a county automobile accident. He was released on a $50,000 bond.
• The Yorktown Public Library was recognized for its involvement from a one-room building to a tech hub. The front door greets visitors from all age groups with various activities ranging from “Toddler Timer” every Tuesday to “Senior Socials.”
• The DeWitt County Commissioners Court announced it would be considering the placement of a granite monument and bronze replica of Colonel William Barret Travis’s Letter from the Alamo at the courthouse at the request of the Alamo Letter Society.
• Golden Crescent 4/ 16/ 25
Habitat for Humanity announced it would be seeking a family who would like to apply for a home in Yorktown. Anonymous donors provided funds to build the home.
• Yorktown Independent School District announced a significant academic achievement. The Texas Education Agency (TEA) recently finalized the 2023 Accountability Ratings, and YISD officially improved from a “C” rating in 2022 to a “B” rating district-wide.
• The 2025 Girl Scout World Thinking Day was held at the Victoria VFW Post 4146. Fifteen area troops participated, representing different countries with facts about climate, food, history,
Yorktown’s first Mardi Gras festival 3/ 5/ 25 Bexlee Blaschke (L-R) and Carla Sullivan show their basket of eggs to the Easter Bunny at the Yorktown Community-Wide Easter Egg Hunt on April 12.
