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Let’s make 2025 the year of the volunteer

Let’s make 2025 the year of the volunteer

Hello my fellow Cueroites, Wow, 2024 has come and gone, what a year it was!! I can’t wait for what 2025 has in store. I am hoping for an exciting and productive year in 2025, which will be my full year in office. This time next year I will be faced with a decision on running for re-election in 2026. In January 2025, the City Secretary will be accepting filing documents for the two At-large and District 2 council positions which will be up for re-election this coming year (May 2025). If interested please contact Jennifer Urban, City Secretary, in city hall. 01/08/2025 01:18 PM

Craig Morgan Seekamp, Sr.

Craig Morgan Seekamp, Sr.

YOAKUM: Craig Morgan Seekamp, Sr., a life-long resident of Yoakum died unexpectedly on December 28, 2024 at the age of 71. Craig was born on October 12, 1953 to Charles and Joyce (Kopecky) Seekamp. 01/08/2025 01:18 PM

Celebrating community and hope at Christmas in the Park

Celebrating community and hope at Christmas in the Park

Dear Editor, This past Saturday, I had the privilege of volunteering with the Cuero ISD Education Foundation at the annual Christmas in the Park event. Amidst the twinkling lights and festive decorations, I was reminded of the true spirit of Christmas—hope. It was heartwarming to see people from all walks of life, including those traveling from different states, coming together to enjoy the beautiful illuminations. As I engaged with attendees, I witnessed the profound impact this event has on our community. There were people facing tough battles, such as cancer and recovery from abuse, as well as those simply searching for a bit of joy during the holiday season. Seeing their faces light up with the Christmas spirit gave me a deep sense of warmth and a renewed sense of duty. It was a powerful reminder that even small acts of kindness, like volunteering at such events, can bring immense joy and comfort to many. I am incredibly grateful to live in a community that supports this honorable display year after year. I’m also thankful to be part of an organization like the Cuero ISD Education Foundation, which dedicates its time to spreading joy through smiles, greetings, and even a peppermint stick for those passing through to enjoy the scenery. A heartfelt thank you to Christmas in the Park for bringing this magical experience to life each year, and to the Cuero ISD Education Foundation for their unwavering commitment to our community. It is moments like these that make me proud to call Cuero my home. This is truly the place you want to be. 01/08/2025 01:18 PM

Beware of fog

On December 17 in early morning fog, two 18-wheelers collided on Hwy 119 N. and FM 108 near Frank Kozielski Road. The road was closed most of the day to clear the wreckage. One driver was injured but expected to recover, while no information was available on the other drivery. 01/02/2025 11:37 AM

How much does local news matter?

How much does local news matter?

A few readers have complimented us on the traditional journalistic style in covering DeWitt County news. I learned the art of journalism slowly and I’m still learning. 01/02/2025 11:37 AM

The 25-foot lighted pole tree is the newest addition to the Christmas Park Project. The Frankie Seifert family donated a sleigh, which was repainted and decorated with green wooden fir trees made by Connie Hall and Rene Alvarez. PHOTOS BY ELE CHEW

Yorktown transformed into Christmas wonderland

The Christmas Park Project is managed by the Chamber of Commerce. Each year, the Chamber adds to its collection of wooden cutouts, all created by artisan Mary Ann Kenne. This year’s Christmas layout was coordinated by Mary Ann, Katie Newman (Chamber Executive Director), Sylvia Hernandez (Chamber President), and concerned citizens Connie Hall and Rene Alvarez. The cutouts are sponsored by community members, often in memory of or in honor of loved ones. 01/02/2025 11:37 AM

Entrance Closing

Entrance Closing

For safety reasons, the Cuero Regional Hospital will close its Main Plaza entrance and Angel Garden accesses, starting January 6. However, the Angel will continue to watch over the hospital visitors from her cobblestone pathway. 01/02/2025 11:37 AM

Thank you God for lightning as well as rain

Thank you God for lightning as well as rain

GOD first...Heavenly Father, we are hopeful in finding ways in helping those around us. Use our talents and our resources, through Your Amazing Grace, in helping the many who are without hope and faith. Give us strength, guidance, and patience as we try to show others the power and might of Thy mercy. We pray in the name of Jesus Christ. Amen. 01/02/2025 11:37 AM

DEWITT COUNTY ARREST REPORT

DEWITT COUNTY ARREST REPORT

Jail Average Daily Count – 70 Inmates Housed for Other Agencies – 22 December 20, 2024 Summer Elizabeth Self, 44 of Cuero, Possession Controlled Substance PG2<1G Drug Free Zone, Bond of $10,000, Ran Stop Sign, Bond of $500, Bail Jumping and Failure to Appear, Bond of $500, No Motor Vehicle Liability Insurance, Bond of $500, Violate Promise to Appear, Bond of $500, No Motor Vehicle Liability Insurance, Bond of $500, Bail Jumping and Failure to Appear, Bond of $500, Cuero PD Alana Rana Reyna, 46, of Cuero, Capias Pro Fine/Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Fine of $------, Cuero PD Joshua Dakota Vesely, 30, of Smiley, Capias Pro Fine/Open Container Passenger Area of Vehicle, Fine of $557.70, Cuero PD Aron Mendoza, 25, of Eagle Pass, Bail Jumping and Failure to Appear Felony, Bond of $30,000, DCSO December 21, 2024 Robert Demetrios Garza, 20, of Cuero, Indecency with a Child Sexual Contact, Bond of $30,000, Cuero PD Sadie Mariah Saenz, 29, of Cuero, Aggravated Assault with Deadly Weapon, Bond of $20,000, Cuero PD Francisco Lopez, 29, of Yoakum, Unlawful Possession Firearm by Felon, Bond of $10,000, Child Under 8/ Less Than 4'9' Unsecured, Fine of $366.60, Driving While License Invalid, Fine of $499.20, DPS Christopher Eugene White, 42, of Cuero, Assault against Elderly or Disabled Individual, Bond of $10,000, Possession Controlled Substance PG1<1G, Bond of $10,000, Possession Controlled Substance PG2<1G, Bond of $10,000, Cuero PD December 22, 2024 Alexander Cardona Rojas, 22, of Yoakum, Driving While Intoxicated/Open Alcohol Container, Bond of $2,000, DPS December 23, 2024 Chad Eugene Montgomery, 51, of Cuero, Count 1-Continuous Sexual Abuse Young Child, Bond of $75,000, Count 2-Indecency with Child Sexual Contact, Bond of $50,000, Count 2-Indecency with Child Sexual Contact, Bond of $50,000, Cuero PD Stephanie Ann Martinez, 37, of Cuero, Aggravated Assault Deadly Weapon, Bond of $25,000, Cuero PD December 24, 2024 No Arrest on this Date December 25, 2024 No Arrest on this Date December 26, 2024 Kate Bennett, 32, of Yoakum, Assault Causes Bodily Injury Family Member, Bond of $4,000, Yoakum PD. 01/02/2025 11:37 AM

DEWITT COUNTY ACTIVITY REPORT

DEWITT COUNTY ACTIVITY REPORT

ACCIDENTS-2 LOOSE LIVESTOCK-7 12-20-2024 Loose Livestock on Mission Valley Rd, Cuero Abandoned Vehicle on FM 236, Cuero Violate EPO/Bond Conditions on E Main St, Yorktown Disabled Vehicle on Hwy N183, Cuero Suspicious Person ON Dlugosch-Boldt Rd, Cuero 12-21-2024 Shots Fired on W Hwy 72, Cuero Suspicious Person on Old Cuero Rd, Yoakum Fire – Grass on Edgar Leesville Rd, Cuero Assist Motorist on S Hwy 87, Cuero Harassment on S FM 2980, Yorktown Accident on Isdale Dr, Yoakum 12-22-2024 Livestock – Loose on W 7th St, Yorktown Fire – Investigation on Lynch Ave, Westhoff Assist Citizen on N West St, Yorktown Road Hazard on E Hwy 72, Yorktown Assist Citizen on Hwy 77A, Cuero Criminal Trespass on Cheapside Rd, Westhoff Check – Welfare on Cabeza Rd, Nordheim 12-23-2024 Suspicious Vehicle on Live Oak Rd, Cuero Accident on FM 953, Cuero Assist Citizen on FM 953, Cuero Suspicious Vehicle on Live Oak Rd, Cuero Loose Livestock on Old Cuero Rd, Cuero Suspicious Person on W Hwy 72, Yorktown Suspicious Person on FM 2718, Cuero Abandoned Vehicle on FM 236, Cuero Disturbance on N Simpson St, Yorktown 12-24-2024 Theft-Medicine on FM 766, Cuero Littering on Hwy 111 W, Yoakum Loose Livestock on Hix Green Rd, Nordheim Suspicious Activity on Emil Zielonka Rd, Yorktown Extra Patrol on Glen Oaks Ln, Cuero 12-25-2024 Weather Related on Main St, Yorktown Road Hazard on Hwy 72 W, Nordheim Livestock Missing on S River Rd, Cuero Loose Livestock on FM 443, Yoakum Disabled Vehicle on Hwy 183 N, Cuero Disabled Vehicle on Hwy 183 N, Cuero Loose Livestock on Hwy 72 W, Yorktown Loose Livestock on Hwy 77A, Yoakum Road Hazard on Remmers Rd, Nordheim Animal Injured on Pete Jablonski Rd, Yorktown Reckless Driver on Hwy 87 N, Cuero Assisted CPD w/Fight on N Esplanade, Cuero Reckless Driver on Hwy 119 N, Yorktown Shots Fired on FM 766, Cuero 12-26-2024 Disabled Vehicle on Hwy 72 W, Yorktown Theft on Rainbow Rd, Thomaston Theft – Shoplifting on Hwy 72 W, Yorktown Loose Livestock on Old Cuero Rd, Yoakum Property Damage on FM 2816, Cuero Assist Motorist on FM 766, Cuero Assist Citizen on N West St, Yorktown Open Door on S Gaebler St, Yorktown Assisted CPD w/ Accident on E Bailey St, Cuero Loose Livestock on FM 953, Cuero Assist Citizen on Hwy 77A, Cuero 01/02/2025 11:37 AM

Yorktown student inducted into Honor Society at Angelo State

Yorktown student inducted into Honor Society at Angelo State

SAN ANGELO, TX (12/09/2024)-- Angelo State University's chapter of the Phi Kappa Phi (PKP) national honor society recently inducted its fall 2024 class of 62 new student members, including Kelly Vinson-Hobbs of Yorktown, during a special initiation ceremony in the Houston Harte University Center. 01/02/2025 11:37 AM

Wastewater leaks from oil wells pose danger

Wastewater leaks from oil wells pose danger

The water that comes up as a byproduct of oil and gas fracking is becoming a bigger headache for the state’s energy operators and those who regulate them, the Houston Chronicle reported. Most of the “produced” water is injected into disposal wells that carry it into geologic formations for containment. 01/02/2025 11:37 AM

John P Hesse

John P Hesse, 95, passed away Friday, December 20, 2024. He was born November 1, 1929 in Cuero, Texas to Percy Vernon and Bertha Hadamek Hesse. After serving a brief stint in the United States Navy, he returned to Cuero and married Marie (Polly) Saenz then moved to Sugarland. He worked for the Imperial Sugar Company and the Texaco service station. 01/02/2025 11:37 AM

Get ready for Nordheim FFA Stock Show

Get ready for Nordheim FFA Stock Show

The Nordheim FFA Stock Show will be held on Saturday, January 25, at the Nordheim FFA Show Barn. The market judging and breeding animal showing will begin at 9:00 AM. Currently, there are 13 Cattle entries, 19 Lambs, 18 Goats, and 9 hogs, for a total of 59 animal projects. The premium auction will begin at 2:00 PM. The Nordheim FFA Stock Show is a 501( c ) (3), so all donations are tax-deductible. The Nordheim School Food, Art, Craft, and Models Show will be happening in the Main Building across the street. The Grand, Reserve, Blue-Ribbon Foods, Art and Crafts will sell at the conclusion of the animal sale. The MODELS will not sell. 01/02/2025 11:37 AM

Pitfalls to avoid when making resolutions this year

Pitfalls to avoid when making resolutions this year

Research into New Year’s resolutions has generally found that fewer than 10 percent of people who make resolutions each year stay the course until they’ve accomplished their goal. In fact, a 2020 poll conducted by OnePoll in conjunction with Crispy Green found that the average person has abandoned his or her resolution by February 1. 01/02/2025 11:37 AM

Kaye Kahlich enjoys walking her dog at Hillside Cemetery. If you have fitness goals, Hillside Cemetery is a great place to pursue them, enjoying fresh air while jogging or walking. (Photo by Ele Chew)

Walkers get in shape at Hillside Cemetery

On Christmas eve, Kaye Kahlich walked her dog at Hillside Cemetery. This cemetery serves not only families visiting their loved ones, but also dog walkers, joggers, and of course, deer. The graves have been adorned with flowers and flags in celebration of the Christmas holidays. Many people have started coming to the cemetery for their daily exercise while the usual walking trail at City Park is in full swing with “Christmas in the Park” festivities. 01/02/2025 11:37 AM

Reuss Street Fire

Reuss Street Fire

First responders, including Cuero FD, Cuero Volunteer FD, Yoakum Volunteer FD, Yorktown Volunteer FD, Cuero PD (traffic control), DeWitt County Emergency Management, TDEM, Cuero EMS, Texas Gas and City of Cuero Utilities, were called to a house fire at 512 E. Reuss St. around 1 a.m. on December 27. No one was injured and the cause is under investigation. 01/02/2025 11:37 AM

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