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DeWitt County Activity Report
DeWitt County Activity Report
Following is the DeWitt County Sheriff’s activity report for June 28 to July 4 as submitted to The Cuero Record by the DCSO: ACCIDENTS- 2 LOOSE LIVESTOCK- 4 6-28-2024 Accident on FM 240, Yorktown Suspicious Person on W Main St, Yorktown Fight at 208 W Live Oak St, Cuero Assault Physical on W Main St, Yorktown Scam on E Live Oak St, Cuero 6-29-2024 Death on Oak St, Nordheim Asst. CPD w/Criminal Mischief on N Esplanade, Cuero Property Found on Fortran Rd, Cuero Assisted CPD w/Criminal Mischief on N Esplanade, Cuero Suspicious Activity on E 4 th St, Nordheim 6-30-2024 Disturbance on Hwy 72W, Yorktown Loose Livestock on Crestview Dr, Cuero Disabled Vehicle on Hwy 183 N, Cuero Violate EPO/Bond Conditions on Golly Rd, Cuero 7-1-2024 Check-Welfare on N HWY 183, Hochheim Check-Welfare on W HWY 72, Yorktown Assist Citizen on Woods Rd, Yorktown 7-2-2024 Burglary Attempt on W 4 th St, Yorktown Accident on E 8 th St, Yorktown Check-Welfare on FM 682, Yoakum Death on Evens Rd, Yoakum Criminal Mischief on N Riedel St, Yorktown 7-3-2024 Theft on W HWY 111, Yoakum Livestock-Loose on Biemer Rd, Cuero Livestock-Loose on Hwy 87 N, Westhoff Criminal Trespass on Hrabovsky Rd, Yoakum Harassment on Joe Pokluda Rd, Nordheim Fire-Smoke on Metting School Rd, Yorktown Reckless Driver on Hwy 183 N, Cuero 7-4-2024 Loose-Livestock on Hwy 87 N, Cuero Road Hazard on FM 953, Cuero Burglary Building on N Church St, Yorktown Animal Case on FM 236, Cuero Criminal Mischief on N Riedel St, Yorktown Alarm-Business on W Main St, Yorktown Assisted Cuero PD w/Suspicious Person on McArthur St, Cuero Suspicious Vehicle on Glen Oaks LN, Cuero. 07/09/2024 01:52 PM
Up your grilling game during National Grilling Month
Up your grilling game during National Grilling Month
July is National Grilling Month. It is a time to celebrate with your favorite food, alongside family and friends. This month, go outdoors! Breathe fresh air and enjoy what nature has to offer with flavors from the grill. 07/09/2024 01:52 PM
Yard of the month
Yard of the month
Showing her patriotic pride, Mandy Hahn’s yard has been named the July 2024 Yard of the Month. Anyone can send nominations to cc@yorktowntx. 07/09/2024 01:52 PM
County spared effects of Beryl
County spared effects of Beryl
As of press time, the bands of Hurricane Beryl are barely brushing through DeWitt County. The western side of the storm is seeing little rainfall, but this was not known over the weekend as county leaders made decisions about public meetings. 07/09/2024 01:52 PM
Dylan McDaniel with Wild Things Zoofari describes his chinchilla name Henry to children at the Yorktown Public Library. This week’s Friends of the Library program welcomes the Texas Snake Man at 10 a.m. on Wednesday. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Exotic animals visit kiddos at library
Dylan McDaniel has been working with animals all his life and doing shows with them for five years. On July 3rd, McDaniel from Wild Things Zoofari brought six of his animals to show at the Yorktown Public Library. 07/09/2024 01:52 PM
Jay Babcock (L) and Cory Smith (R) hold raffle baskets at the Cuero Home Health office, 613 Esplanade. Proceeds from the ongoing raffle will help homebound patients with extra necessities during the Christmas holidays. Tickets can be purchased for $5 at the office during business hours wit...
Local home health service helps patients heal, avoid hospital
When the regional hospital shut down its home health services, a Cuero physical therapist and business owner bridged that healthcare gap when he purchased Cuero Home Health. “I wanted people to be able to continue to have those services here locally and find a way to make that happen,” Jay Babcock said. 07/09/2024 01:52 PM
NEWS-VIEW IN BRIEF
NEWS-VIEW IN BRIEF
Friends of DeWitt County Children’s 2nd Annual Touch-A-Truck, Saturday, July 6, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Cuero VFW, 934 U.S. Highway 183 N. Explore, touch and climb on all kinds of vehicles (Horn-free 10-10:30 a.m.). 07/03/2024 07:20 AM
The Yorktown City Council meets in City Hall on June 24: (L-R) Mike Rippamonti, Crystal Hurta, Michele Warwas, Mayor Bill Baker, Megan Thomas, Connie Hall and Dickey Rodriguez. A number of subjects were discussed, including a $5,000 a month dip in sales taxes. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO
Out with old, in with new
While the city is turning junk into bucks with its new GovDeals account, its purchase of a Kubota excavator will pay dividends in proper repairs for years to come, according to Mayor Bill Baker. Throughout the regular meeting of the Yorktown City Council on June 24, references were made to the ways a new excavator will benefit the city. 07/03/2024 07:20 AM
The Cuero Record Devotional Page
The Cuero Record Devotional Page
We are told in the gospel of Matthew that one nation will rise against another. We are told there will be famines and earthquakes in various places. We are told many false prophets will arise and lead many astray. Think about it people, all of this is happening today. 07/02/2024 01:13 PM
County treasurer enhances financial skills at conference
County treasurer enhances financial skills at conference
Desirae Poth-Garibay attended the 2024 Conference of the County Investment Academy, hosted by the Texas Association of Counties (TAC), from June 10 to 12 in Dallas County. The annual conference offers county officials crucial insights and resources on investment strategies, financial management and best practices. 07/02/2024 01:13 PM
Grants of up to $50,000 available to nonprofits, first responders
Grants of up to $50,000 available to nonprofits, first responders
AUSTIN, Texas – The Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) will accept applications in July for community grants of up to $50,000. Eligible projects include improvements to fire stations, community centers, sports fields, libraries and other facilities, as well as providing updated gear and equipment for emergency responders. 07/02/2024 01:13 PM
Westhoff American Legion holds meeting
Westhoff American Legion holds meeting
The Westhoff American Legion Post 369, Ladies Auxiliary and Sons of the American Legion met on Monday, June 24, 2024 at 7 pm at St John Lutheran Church Parish Hall. Items discussed included future Legion hall rentals, future meeting dates, and historical information. Also, 129 flags were placed at 4 cemeteries in Westhoff for Memorial Day. There were 6 members who helped with this project. Patriotism awards were presented to two Westhoff School students, Carter Collins and Amy Gallaga, at the school commencement ceremony on May 23, 2024. Pastor Jan Putman has been working on a Facebook page for the Legion and his work is appreciated. Kristye Kahlich presented patriotic bags that will be distributed to homebound members for a Fourth of July project. 07/02/2024 01:13 PM
Jacob Catron
Teacher arrested on charge of improper relationship
First year teacher at Nordheim ISD, Jacob Catron, was arrested on May 15 by DeWitt County Sheriff’s office on charges of an improper relationship with a student. “We received a complaint of an improper relationship between a student and a teacher, investigated and found probable cause to believe it had occurred,” DeWitt County Sheriff Carl Bowen said. 07/02/2024 01:13 PM
COVID closes Cuero store temporarily
COVID closes Cuero store temporarily
The COVID-19 virus caught up with six employees of Alamo Lumber in early June, which was roughly half their employees, according to Manager Steve Kolhoff. “The store had to close for half a day,” he said. 07/02/2024 01:13 PM
Judge Daryl Fowler
Fowler recognized for judicial education
DeWitt County Judge Daryl Fowler has been honored by the Texas Association of Counties' (TAC) Texas Judicial Academy for going the extra mile. The academy recognizes county judges who attain significant judicial education beyond state requirements as Fellows. 07/02/2024 01:13 PM
Pause for Pets
Pause for Pets
Another adorable litter of pups has arrived at Pet Adoptions of Cuero. These spunky terrier/retriever mixes are looking for their new forever homes. 07/02/2024 01:13 PM
About 50 vendors participated in Yorktown’s first Sunday Market on June 23. Emily Jennings with the Rockin K Boutique organized the event. On August 3, look for a Saturday Evening Market in the City Park from 6 -10 p.m.. (Contributed Photo)
Sunday Market
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