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Every Wednesday until January 1, the Cuero Volunteer Fire Department is hosting hayrides through the Christmas in the Park from 6-9 p.m. Night of Lights Walk with friends and family through the beautiful light display in Cuero Park on January 2, at 6:30 p.m. 01/02/2025 11:37 AM

Verda Mae Foerster

Verda Mae Foerster

Verda Mae Foerster, 87, of Yorktown, passed away Sunday, December 15, 2024. She was born June 12, 1937 in Yorktown to Albert and Vera Emma Geffert Podsim. She married the love of her life Edgar J. Foerster on July 19, 1959. 01/02/2025 11:37 AM

Justin Wigley with the massive 23 pointer he took on Nov. 3. Scoring 211 gross and 203 1/8 net, the free-ranging buck is the biggest non-typical ever reported from Angelina County and is sure to be one of the best bucks reported statewide this season. (Courtesy Photo, Justin Wigley)

Angelina County 23 pointer likely to be one Texas’ top bucks of the 2024-25 season

Justin Wigley of Huntington has shot some really nice bucks over the years, but none to compare to the bruiser of a whitetail that came calling on the afternoon of Nov. 3. It was the bewitching hour — roughly 20 minutes before sunset. The buck stepped out in an opening in the company of four does about 80 yards of Wigley’s box blind situated deep in the heart of his 1,200-acre lease in Angelina County. 01/02/2025 11:37 AM

Kubesch named to Elite Academic All-State Team

Kubesch named to Elite Academic All-State Team

Gobbler senior Conner Kubesch earned the distinguished rank of Elite Team in this year’s Texas High School Coaches Association’s academic all-state football team. Several of his teammates were named to the 1st and 2nd team as well. The team recognizes senior athletes, trainers and managers who excel in GPA (grades 9-12), class rank and ACT/SAT score. The Elite Team requires a near perfect score in all categories. 01/02/2025 11:37 AM

Protect your pets on New Years Eve

Protect your pets on New Years Eve

Every shelter, pet rescue and animal control facility dreads two holidays every year.... the Fourth of July and New Year's Eve! There are fireworks, noise makers and lots of extra 'sounds' that our pets - dogs and cats - are not familiar with and puts them in a state of panic. 01/02/2025 11:37 AM

The Cuero Record Devotional Page

The Cuero Record Devotional Page

Each night when I lay down in my bed I say, “Thank you Lord for another day of life.” For the past several months this had been my prayer of thanksgiving because several months ago I was close to going home and being with my heavenly Father. 01/02/2025 11:37 AM

Viticulturist gives tips on selecting sparkling wine

Viticulturist gives tips on selecting sparkling wine

When most people think of sparkling wine, they picture partaking of some while watching the ball drop on New Year’s Eve or when making a heartwarming celebratory toast. Known for their bubbles, sparkling wines are often associated with grand celebrations. 01/02/2025 11:37 AM

New Year’s resolutions for seniors

New Year’s resolutions for seniors

Resolutions can be made at any age. Seniors who may feel that they are past the point in life where trying something new or setting goals is relevant to them can reconsider, as it’s never too late in life to have aspirations big or small. 01/02/2025 11:37 AM

Pavia wins against NCAA, temporarily

Pavia wins against NCAA, temporarily

This past season, Vanderbilt quarterback, Diego Pavia demolished perennial powerhouse Alabama and last season while at New Mexico State he defeated Auburn. His newest opponent appears to be the NCAA, and it seems he is in position to have a big victory. Athletes get five calendar years to play four seasons according to the NCAA. Junior college factors as a season of play. This policy is the heart of the case. 01/02/2025 11:37 AM

Nordheim FFA Stock Show kicks off this month

Nordheim FFA Stock Show kicks off this month

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

Richard Allen “Dickie” Goebel

Richard Allen “Dickie” Goebel

Richard Allen “Dickie” Goebel, 71, of Cuero passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Monday, December 23, 2024. He was born December 20, 1953 in Cuero to Victor and Earlien Rabke Goebel. He married Rhonda Doehrman at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Meyersville on December 3, 1983. 01/02/2025 11:37 AM

Shiner Gaslight Theatre voucher tickets on sale

Shiner Gaslight Theatre voucher tickets on sale

Shiner Gaslight Gift Vouchers (formerly Season Tickets) are on sale for the 2025 productions. Each voucher is $105 and is good for 3 tickets for the 2025 season. Holders can make reservations on-line for each of the plays one week before ticket sales are open to the public. Please log onto www.shinergaslight. org and click on “Gift Vouchers” for detailed information on how to purchase vouchers. 01/02/2025 11:37 AM

NEWS-VIEW IN BRIEF

NEWS-VIEW IN BRIEF

The DeWitt County Commissioners banned two types of fireworks for New Year’s celebrations at the December 9 meeting: the “skyrockets with sticks” and “missiles with fins” cannot be sold or detonated in any portion of the unincorporated area of De-Witt County. 12/26/2024 03:33 PM

County ensures election integrity

County ensures election integrity

Editor’s Note: This is Part 3 of our Top 2024 Stories in DeWitt County. In Part 1 of our series, the results of the local elections were mentioned, including AJ Louderback prevailing over Jeff Bauknight in the May runoff for District 30 State Representative. 12/26/2024 03:33 PM

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Each child, every year

Junior Miss Yorktown 2024 Lilyanna Taylor helps hand out gifts to families for Cowboy Claus on December 19. The annual program, sponsored by Yorktown Western Days and community donations, helps families and children in need, ages 0-15. Cowboy Claus tries to provide a magical Christmas for each child every year. Note to all princesses: If you want to be a part of the Miss Yorktown court, it’s time to turn in pageant applications. 12/26/2024 03:33 PM

Kitty Kat sophomore Gracie Stehling blocks a Kenedy player's shot.

Kitty Kats defeat Leopards to stay perfect in district

On December 17, the Yorktown Kitty Kat Varsity basketball team traveled to Kenedy to take on the Leopards in their third game of District 31-2A action. Yorktown scored the first seven points of the game and led, 7-4, at the end of the first quarter. In the second quarter, the Kitty Kats outscored the Leopards, 15-8, to take a ten point lead at halftime, 22-12. In the second half, the tempo of both teams picked up dramatically, as did the excitement of the game. In the third period, Yorktown extended its lead to 37-22. However, in the fourth period, the Leopards tried to make a game of it, but every time they would make a little run, the Kitty Kats would answer. Both teams scored 15 points in the quarter for the 52-37 final. Freshman Palyn Koopmann led Yorktown with 22 points and senior Nina Villarreal had 11 points, while both had seven rebounds. Sophomore Gracie Stehling had eight points, eight rebounds and four blocked shots. Senior Sydnie Krueger and sophomore Kendall Seivers both pulled down six rebounds. 12/26/2024 03:33 PM

Deidra McCollum

County selects new election administrator

The County Commissioners ratified the DeWitt County Election Commission's decision to hire Deidra McCollum as the new elections administrator during a regular meeting on December 19th. McCollumn will assume the position on January 6. 12/26/2024 03:33 PM

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