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DEWITT COUNTY ACTIVITY REPORT

DEWITT COUNTY ACTIVITY REPORT

ACCIDENTS-5 LOOSE LIVESTOCK-6 03-07-2025 Assist Motorist on Hwy 72 W, Yorktown Assist Motorist on Hwy 183 N, Cuero Accident on Hwy 119 S, Yorktown Assisted DPS w/ Accident on FM 240, Westhoff Assisted FD w/Fire Investigation on Hwy 72, Cuero 03-08-2025 Assisted CPD w/Assault Physical on Moss Ln, Cuero Grass Fire on Simecek Rd, Yorktown Accident on Fechner Rd, Yorktown Loose Livestock on FM 682, Yoakum Loose Livestock on Hwy 72 W, Cuero Assist Citizen on E Live Oak St, Cuero Assisted Ykt FD w/Fire-Grass on Simecek Rd, Yorktown Illegal Dumping on Ckodre Rd, Yorktown Suspicious Activity on Tulley Rd, Cuero 03-09-2025 Shots Fired on Talk Ranch Rd, Nordheim Suspicious Vehicle on Hwy 87 S, Cuero Assisted DPS w/Accident on Hwy 183 N, Cuero Suspicious Vehicle on Kaiser Rd, Cuero Shots Fired on Hwy 111, Yoakum Loose Livestock on Hwy 119 S, Yorktown 03-10-2025 Assist other Agency on W Main St, Yorktown Assist Citizen on N Esplanade, Cuero Assist Motorist on N Hwy 119, Yorktown Assisted Ykt FD w/Fire – Grass on FM 2718, Cuero Animal Found W Heaton St, Cuero Loose Livestock on Schroeder RD, Yorktown 03-11-2025 Assisted DPS W/Accident on N Hwy 77A / Hample RD, Yoakum Reckless Driver on E Hwy 72, Nordheim Livestock – Loose on Old Cheapside Rd, Cuero Livestock – Loose on Tulley Rd, Cuero Reckless Driver on Hwy 72E, Nordheim Assisted CPD W / Reckless Driver on S Hwy 87, Cuero Check – Welfare on N Hwy 183, Cuero 03-12-2025 Dispute on Zengerle Rd, Thomaston Disabled vehicle on W Hwy 72, Yorktown Warrant Service Matejek Rd, Yorktown Harassment on E Main St, Yorktown Assist Other Agency on E Main St, Yorktown Abuse on N Range St, Yorktown Theft on Hwy 72 W, Cuero 03-13-2025 Warrant Service on N Gonzales, Cuero Property Lost/Missing on Hwy 72W, Yorktown Assisted CFD w/Grass Fire on Hwy 77A, Cuero Property Found on FM 3010, Yoakum Scam on Nord Slickfield Rd, Nordheim Assist Motorist on Hwy 183 S, Cuero Check Welfare on N Range St, Yorktown 03/19/2025 12:38 PM

Thank you from historic dance hall

Thank you from historic dance hall

Dear Editor, Members of the Lindenau Rifle Club (Dance Hall) would like to thank the community for their support for our recent fundraiser, the Spring Chicken BBQ. It takes many dedicated folks to make this event a success, and we appreciate each and every one; those who get the word out, those who sell presale tickets, and those who do the labor-intensive preparations. All proceeds enable us to preserve the dancehall for all to enjoy. 03/19/2025 12:38 PM

Reporter ‘dukes’ it out with hound

Reporter ‘dukes’ it out with hound

Hi It's Taylor Lapp again, reporting for Pet Adoptions of Cuero. I last reported on a lovely pup named LADY and good news: she was adopted! Here's another special canine that I interviewed this week: DUKE T - So my first questions- what's your name and how old are you? 03/19/2025 12:38 PM

Gunner Mungia hit a single against Refugio. PHOTOS BY DEIRDRE ALEXANDER

Wildcats fall short in district matchup against Bobcats

Monday, March 10 the Yorktown baseball team played against the Refugio Bobcats on their home field. The Wildcats fell short in their first district game, 11-1 after five innings. 03/19/2025 12:38 PM

Kitty Kat junior Hayle Russell clears the bar enroute to placing first in pole vault. CONTRIBUTED PHOTOS

Wildcat, Kitty Kat tracksters compete in Jack Adcock

The Yorktown Wildcat and Kitty Kat high school track teams competed on March 6th, 2025, in the Jack Adcock Relays in Cuero. Other teams competing were: Cuero, Edna, El Campo, Floresville, Gonzales, Hallettsville, Port Lavaca Calhoun, Shiner St. Paul, Victoria East, Victoria Gators, Victoria St. Joseph, Victoria West, Wimberly and Yoakum. 03/19/2025 12:38 PM

Wildcat senior Johnathan Guerrero placed 2nd in the 132 pound weight class at the Regional Powerlifting Championship and advanced to state. CONTRIBUTED PHOTOS

Powerlifters dominate regionals, punch tickets to state

The Yorktown Wildcat powerlifting team made a statement at the Region Powerlifting Meet on March 6-7, with two lifters earning their spots at the State Powerlifting Meet in Abilene. Senior Johnathan Guerrero delivered a record-shattering performance in the 132-pound weight class, claiming second place and a state qualification. 03/19/2025 12:38 PM

Kolton Eckhardt, Cameron Willis, Conner Saunders, Brody Metting, Colton Rogers CONTRIBUTED PHOTO

Wildcats and Kitty Kats in Yorktown Golf Tournament

The Yorktown golf teams had a remarkable performance at their home tournament held at the Yorktown Country Club on March 11 and 12. The girls team clinched first place on Monday, followed by the boys team securing the top spot the next day. 03/19/2025 12:38 PM

The YISD STEM team placed is going on to the next round of STEM competition in the Cal Ripken Sr. national contest. At the March school board meeting the team explained their robo tractor design. If they make the top 10% in the next round, they will be explaining their design to judges in...

School board focuses on student outcomes

Most school boards start their meetings recognizing the achievements of a few of their students and teachers, but the Yorktown ISD school board consistently spends at least 50% of its meetings recognizing students and focusing directly on their growth. 03/19/2025 12:38 PM

Melissa Terry, a CPA and a partner with Harrison, Waldrop, Uherek, LLP, presented a Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting and an Award of Financial Achievement to Neomi Williams, County Auditor, and her staff. Shown are, from left, Melissa Terry, Neomi William, c...

County buys land for JP2 building

At their regular meeting on March 10, DeWitt County Commissioners approved the land purchase in Yorktown for a new building to be used by the Pct. 2 Justice of the Peace. They also heard a review of the county’s 2024 financial standing from an outside auditor. 03/19/2025 12:38 PM

On March 8th, guests at the adult prom at Yorktown Prom Night were treated to an enchanting evening filled with exquisite dining and lively dancing. The atmosphere was adorned with twinkling lights and elegant decorations, creating a glamorous setting that set the tone for a night of celeb...

Dressing for Dinner (and dancing)

In hot South Texas, the usual dress code typically consists of flip-flops, leggings, jeans, and T-shirts. However, many people long for the opportunity to dress up. 03/19/2025 12:38 PM

Cuero Livestock Commission

Cuero Livestock Commission

March 7, 2025 Number of Head: 1300 There were 181 cows, 32 bulls and 3 sheep. The packer cow market was a little cheaper at $3-$6 lower than last week. 03/11/2025 11:21 AM

This spring check out local family restaurants

This spring check out local family restaurants

Hello All, It’s been a few weeks since my last message. I came down with a case of the flu, which took a week to get over. Please take proper precautions because the Flu, COVID and Upper respiratory virus is currently making its rounds. 03/11/2025 11:21 AM

Gaslight stages comedy based on book

Gaslight stages comedy based on book

This scene from 'Junie B. Jones is Not a Crook,' the Shiner Gaslight Theatre spring play, shows cast members, from left, Alena Winkenwerder, Sarah Liberti, and Laci Ramos. Now is the time to get your tickets for this delightful comedy based on the best-selling book series by Barbara Park and directed by Elaine Plummer. 03/11/2025 11:21 AM

Senior Briley Wieland has earned a wall full of awards for showing her goats and lambs throughout the state. She now looks forward to helping young competitors show their animals. (Photo by Ele Chew)

Livestock competitor takes showing to next level

She’s not your average high school senior. For the last four years, Briley Wieland’s days have been spent in a barn with nine goats – feeding, drenching, walking, washing, and wrapping. Then it’s time to feed again. 03/11/2025 11:21 AM

Hospital directors, Medicare Advantage discussed at board

Hospital directors, Medicare Advantage discussed at board

The Cuero Regional Hospital held a regular meeting on February 27th, where several important topics were discussed. Notably, Martin Leske III was appointed to the CRH Board of Directors to fill a seat vacated by Secretary Charles Papacek, who retired on December 31, 2024. Additionally, the meeting addressed the policy regarding locked front doors and reviewed the Annual Audit Report by Forvis, LLC. 03/11/2025 11:21 AM

Capitalism thrives in Texas

Capitalism thrives in Texas

Capitalism, like Texas itself, is always on the move. Businesses follow opportunity. 03/11/2025 11:21 AM

Celebrating the completion of ‘History of DeWitt County 1899’

Celebrating the completion of ‘History of DeWitt County 1899’

Celebrating the completion of ‘History of DeWitt County 1899’, representatives of DeWitt County Historical Commission gave a copy to Cuero Junior High School Library. Shown, from left, standing are CJHS Library manager Jessie Salazar, students Grady Pick, De’Marion Dilworth, Drake Corpus, Greyson Post, Lisandro Perez, Principal Jaime Dyer; sitting, Amaris Hernandez, Gracie Diebel, DCHC members Tresa Urbanovsky and Bill Matthys, and student Kamryn Villa. 03/11/2025 11:21 AM

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