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Childbirth Classes at CRH We're here to make your experience a cherished memory for your growing family. Join us for our Childbirth Classes where we will discuss plans for delivery and learn about options for your own personalized birth plan. 12/04/2024 06:21 PM

Robert Barnes Thornton

Robert Barnes Thornton

Bob Thornton peacefully went to be with the Lord on November 22 surrounded by family. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, lawyer and friend. 12/04/2024 06:21 PM

Eugueno Rios

Eugueno Rios, 76, went to his forever home on November 17, 2024, with his family by his side. He was born on September 15, 1948, in Moody, TX, to Domingo Rios and Adela Guzman Rios. Eugene, affectionately known by his family and friends as Jeep, Caño, and Geno, was devoted to his loving wife Linda of 52 years. Eugene and Linda met in February 1972 at Yorktown City Park; it was love at first sight. They were inseparable and enjoyed going on road trips, working in the yard together, and embarking on their many ice cream adventures. Eugene showed constant love to his children, grandchildren, and entire family. 12/04/2024 06:21 PM

Sheldon Eugene Kenne

Sheldon Eugene Kenne

Sheldon Eugene Kenne, 71, of Yorktown passed away Sunday, December 1, 2024. He was born June 1, 1953 in Nordheim to Clifton and Aileen Bohach Kenne. He married the love of his life Mary Ann Bomba on July 14, 1974. They recently celebrated their 50 th anniversary surrounded by family. He served in the United States Airforce. He later retired from Dupont after over 30 years. He was happiest when he was surrounded by his wife, his boys and their families. He would sit on the back porch for hours to spend time with his family or to watch the cow parade every day when they would move from one patch to another. He took pride in having a beautifully mowed lawn. 12/04/2024 06:21 PM

YISD blood drives smash records

YISD blood drives smash records

From South Texas Blood & Tissue: Congratulations to YISD students and families for another Record Breaking -amazing life-saving event! October 5th was a HUGE day! There were 26 sign-ups, and 44+ heroes showed up! 12/04/2024 06:21 PM

Gary Borders / Capital Highlights

Deportation vow alarms construction industry

The state’s construction industry is voicing concern that President- elect Trump’s vow to deport millions of undocumented immigrants would cause major labor shortfalls, according to the Texas Standard. 12/04/2024 06:21 PM

Gilbert Pargmann/ Nordheim News

Children visit with Santa at Christmas in Nordheim

GOD first...Heavenly Father, with every Thanksgiving, we are blessed with an abundance of greetings and fellowship that comes about by Your Grace as we continue this tradition in meaningful ways. You provide these blessings as our hearts are filled with giving and receiving by all those around us. Help us to challenge ourselves to do more for people in need or simply respond with a kind thank you. In Jesus Christ's name we pray. Amen. Lord, I'm going Your way. 12/04/2024 06:21 PM

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Coach Onofre and his Varsity Basketball team assisted the Yorktown Chamber of Commerce with putting up the Christmas garland along the downtown bridge. Mike and Mary Ressman donated the garland. 12/04/2024 06:21 PM

62nd Annual DeWitt County Pecan Show Results

62nd Annual DeWitt County Pecan Show Results

The 62nd Annual DeWitt County Pecan Show was held on Tuesday, November 26, at the Friar Ag Center in Cuero. There were 42 total entries coming from four counties (DeWitt – 10 entries, Victoria – 16 entries, Lavaca – 14, Fayette – 2), with 29 of these entries advancing to the Regional Show. The East Texas Regional Pecan Show will be held in College Station, TX on February 3-4, 2025. The Annual Pecan Show is sponsored by Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service of DeWitt County and the Pecan Show Committee. Committee members and Extension Agents working the Show this year were: Anthony Netardus, Denise Goebel, Jennifer Netardus, Kernell Moritz, Bill Braden, Mark Vavrusa, Andrew Kutac, Nola Bohuslav, and Joe Janak. The judges for the 2024 Pecan Show were Scott Willey, Fayette County Ag Extension Agent and Paul Hajovsky, Fayette County pecan grower. The Grand Champions in each of the three pecan divisions received a $25 cash award. Special thanks to the Cuero Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture; De-Witt M&J – Mark Vavrusa; and Cuero Pecan House – Annette, Erwin and Anthony Rath, for sponsoring the plaques, rosettes, ribbons, and cash prizes. The results of this year’s show are as follows: 12/04/2024 06:21 PM

When water temperatures chill, the bass fishing prospects heat up on lakes across Texas.

Fall fishing heating up as water temperatures chill on lakes across the state

Riley Harris of Orange has reeled in plenty of heavyweight bass over the years, but none to compare to the bruiser that gobbled up his football jig on the morning of November 22 at Sam Rayburn Reservoir. 12/04/2024 06:21 PM

The Yorktown Kitty Kats - Champions of the Kitty Kat Classic CONTRIBUTED PHOTOS

Kitty Kats come out on top in new YISD tourney

Just before Thanksgiving, November 21 - 23, Yorktown ISD hosted the 1st Annual Kitty Kat Classic girls basketball tournament. The tenteam tournament featured two pools. Pool A was Yorktown, St. Joseph (Victoria), Nordheim, Louise, and Banquete’s JV, who replaced a team that dropped out late. Pool B was Runge, Nixon-Smiley, Natalia, Industrial and Banquete. Each team played two games on Thursday and two games on Friday, and then were paired with the corresponding placed team from the other pool on Saturday. 12/04/2024 06:21 PM

A resident addresses the Yorktown City Council regarding her property on Sixth Street. PHOTO BY ELE CHEW

Clean Sweep: Council moves forward with cleanup of buildings, junk cars, rv, and commercial vehicles

The Yorktown City Council discussed the cleanup of two properties with landowners who attended the November 25 regular meeting. Eight property owners were notified that the city needs to hear from them on plans to repair or demolish their structures, in accordance with city ordinance. 12/04/2024 06:21 PM

NEWS-VIEW IN BRIEF

NEWS-VIEW IN BRIEF

Keep an eye out for the Grinch at the Firemen Stew, Bake Sale & Lion’s Club Raffle, starting at 5 p.m December 5 in Downtown Yorktown. Santa & Mrs. Clause at 6 p.m. with snow machine and performances by the YHS band and Christa Leigh’s School of Dance. Seating available. 12/04/2024 06:21 PM

DeWitt County Sheriff Carl addresses the Commissioner’s Court in regard to a hotel charge. PHOTO BY ELE CHEW

Buck stops at Sheriff’s door for no-show charge

DeWitt County Commissioners heard from Sheriff Carl Bowen at their meeting on November 25 about a hotel charge incurred by a former employee who did not attend training. Bowen had previously asked the county to pay the $171. 35, but withdrew that request. 12/04/2024 06:21 PM

First Fall Fest

First Fall Fest

Children, teens and families enjoyed the first Yorktown Fall Festival on Sunday, November 24, at the City Park. Sponsors included: HEB Cuero, Walmart Cuero, Kermit and Doris Koehler, Crown Hospice, Jennifer Webb, Franke Farm Services, Friends of the Library, Tiffany Lemke, Yorktown Girl Scouts, Catholic Daughters, Yorktown FFA, Yorktown Project Graduation, Molly Capak, Skinny's Fireworks, Sylvan Learning Center, National Honor Society, The Extra Mile Cleaning Company, Yorktown Lions Club, El Shaddai Ranch, 5D Travelin Tavern, Stir Soda and Blowin Smoke BBQ. 12/04/2024 06:21 PM

Frances Carolyn Asher Lester

Frances Carolyn Asher Lester

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Frances Carolyn Asher Lester. Frances Carolyn Asher Lester was born to Frank Miller Asher and Floy Parker Asher on November 15, 1941 in Smiley, Texas where she spent her loving childhood with her younger beloved brother, Robert Franklin Asher. 11/27/2024 01:52 PM

Time for Deputy Santa requests, donations

Time for Deputy Santa requests, donations

Dear Editor, It is that time of year again! Christmas is just around the corner. The DeWitt County Sheriffs Office will again be sponsoring the Deputy Santa Program for the needy children of this county. The last 27 years that Deputy Santa has been in operation have been a great success. We have helped so many needy children in our county have a wonderful, merry Christmas. We wish to continue to provide for the needy children throughout DeWitt County. Our efforts have taken us from one end of the county to the other and throughout all of our communities. We would like to thank all of our contributors from the past 26 years, and we hope their donations along with any new donations this year will help satisfy the needs of the children in our community. 11/27/2024 01:52 PM

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