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RWOYA March speakers: Lavaca County law enforcement

RWOYA March speakers: Lavaca County law enforcement

The Republican Women of the Yoakum Area (RWOYA) announced their keynote speakers for their next meeting/ luncheon, on Wednesday, March 12, as Lavaca County Sheriff Steven Greenwell and Lavaca County Attorney James Reeves. The speakers will share information on the status of law enforcement and the justice system situation in Lavaca County. 03/05/2025 03:55 PM

Photo by Peggy Savage Mardi Gras ATV Parade kicked off the 1st annual Mardi Gras in Yorktown

Yorktown celebrated its inaugural Mardi Gras

On March 1, Yorktown came alive with vibrant colors and lively celebrations as it hosted its inaugural Mardi Gras, hosted by Dwayne and Susan Belaire of D’zo Mercantile. The festivities kicked off with an exhilarating Mardi Gras ATV Parade at 10 a.m., where splendidly decorated vehicles paraded through the streets, _lling the air with excitement and anticipation. 03/05/2025 03:55 PM

Track season takes off

Track season takes off

The Cuero Gobblers took to the track on February 27 in Goliad participating in the Shirley Fmka Relays. The Varsity Boys _nished in 9th place overall, and the JV Boys brought home the silver, _nishing 2nd, just 5 points shy of Ingleside who topped the list. Sophomore Jessiah Rodriguez jumped a personal best, for the JV Boys team, of 5’9” in the high jump. Coach Adam DuBose noted “after _ghting the rain and cold the last few weeks we were happy to _nally get out on the track. I am extremely excited about the way our guys competed in every event they were in.” 03/05/2025 03:55 PM

Electronic brand registry proposed in senate

AUSTIN – Texas & Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association executive director of law enforcement, brand and inspection services Scott Williamson testi_ed before the Texas Senate Committee on Water, Agriculture & Rural Affairs on February 24. 03/05/2025 03:55 PM

CHS powerlifter Jaide Jones 2nd place 132 unequipped, 650lb total. She quali_ed for state at the Regional meet at Bert Ogden Arena,in Edinburg, Feb. 25. State competition will be held at the same arena on March 13. (Contributed Photo)

Another Gobbler Going to State

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CHS golfers tee it high and let it fly

CHS golfers tee it high and let it fly

The Yoakum Tom Tom Golf Tournament proved to be an exciting event showcasing talent from some of our local towns. With four schools participating and more than 30 golfers, there were some incredible performances from both the Lady Gobblers and Gobblers, who took to the course on February 26. 03/05/2025 03:55 PM

Engineering skills learned in AgMec classes

Ele Chew, reporter Landon Duckett, an Agricultural Mechanic (AgMec) student at Cuero High School, will showcase the flatbed he built from scratch at the 2025 Cuero Livestock Show. “I drive a Chevy Duramax truck and I wanted to put a flatbed on it to make it easier to pull trailers. 03/05/2025 03:55 PM

Lady Gobblers make First state appearance

Lady Gobblers make First state appearance

The excitement of a state championship brings together communities, fans, and athletes all eager to support their team’s moment under the big lights. For the Cuero Lady Gobblers, their first appearance in the UIL Class 4A Division II State Championship basketball game was a historical occasion, representing the hard work, dedication, and resilience that epitomized their season. 03/05/2025 03:55 PM

A ‘Simply Epic’ Season for the Lady Gobblers

A ‘Simply Epic’ Season for the Lady Gobblers

Just in time for celebrating Women’s History Month, the 2025 Lady Gobbler basketball team made their first appearance at the UIL Class 4A Division II State Championship on February 28. See the story on on Page 16 (Photo by Mike Cantu) 03/05/2025 03:55 PM

Lieutenant Investigator Bethany Hobbs has been accepted into a 10-week FBI National Academy course, taking place from March 24 to June 5. Sheriff Carl Bowen said FBI agents recognized Hobbs' potential during a local training session. (Photo by Mike Cantu)

DeWitt investigator picked for FBI training

Ele Chew, reporter DeWitt County Sheriff Carl Bowen announced at the Commissioner’s Court that Lieutenant Investigator Bethany Hobbs has been accepted into a prestigious, 10-week course at the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virginia, running from March 24 to June 5. This program is considered one of the premier law enforcement training courses in the world, and participation is by invitation only, with a class size of 265 members, including international students. 03/05/2025 03:55 PM

DEWITT BRIEFS

B RIEFS Welcome Eva’ney Ann Quilpas Born January 15, 2025 7lbs 2oz & 19 ½ inches long to Alexis Rosales & Saul Quilpas at the Cuero Regional Hospital Jars of Love Peanut butter is one of the most requested items by food pantries due to its nutritional value, long shelf life, and affordability. Through March 25, a Jars of Love peanut butter donation barrel is located at The Cuero Record, 119 E. 03/05/2025 03:55 PM

Enrique “Henry” L. Amador

Enrique “Henry” L. Amador

Enrique “Henry” L. Amador 64 of Yorktown died Friday February 21, 2025, in Yorktown. He was born July 15, 1960, in Yorktown to the late Raul and Tomasita Abrigo Amador. Henry spent 42 years with the City of Yorktown advancing to becoming Water and Street Superintendent, retiring from service in 2023. He was a wealth of knowledge of the infrastructure of the City of Yorktown. In his earlier years he enjoyed coaching Little League Baseball. Also enjoyed going fishing with his longtime childhood friend Joe Dee Cornish III. 03/05/2025 03:55 PM

Quinton Metting

Quinton Metting

Quinton Metting, 77, of Yorktown passed away Sunday, February 23, 2025. He was born June 2, 1947 in Yorktown to Wilton and Willis Spies Metting. He graduated from Yorktown High School and is a member of St Paul Lutheran Church in Yorktown. 03/05/2025 03:55 PM

A greener Cuero

A greener Cuero

Community members gathered to plant 76 trees at the Ag Friar Complex on March 1. Mac Martin,the Community Forestry Program Lead,conducted a tree planting demonstration. Heplacedthetreeonitssideandcarefullyremovedthebucket.Avoidyanking the tree out. Various species of oak trees were also available for free for take home. 03/05/2025 03:55 PM

DEWITT COUNTY ACTIVITY REPORT

DEWITT COUNTY ACTIVITY REPORT

ACCIDENTS-3 LOOSE LIVESTOCK-2 02-21-2025 Accident-Fleet on FM 1447, Cuero Disabled Vehicle on Cottonpatch Rd, Yorktown Assist Other Agency on Hwy 77 A, Yoakum Death on N Riedel St, Yorktown Fire on Range St, Yorktown Assist Citizen on Range St, Yorktown Disturbance on N Eckhardt St, Yorktown Assist Motorist Hwy 183 N, Cuero 02-22-2025 Assist Motorist on Hwy 72, Yorktown Accident on FM 682, Yoakum Accident on Hwy 72 W, Yorktown 02-23-2025 Assisted CPD w/Disturbance on 3rd St, Cuero 02-24-2025 Livestock – Loose on Hwy 77S, Yoakum Warrant service on Church St, Yorktown Abandoned vehicle on Rice-Davis Rd, Yoakum Animal case on N Mehnert St, Yorktown Assist citizen on W Main St, Yorktown Abandoned vehicle on Old Gonzales Rd, Cuero Assist other agency on W Main St, Yorktown Animal case on S Mehnert St, Yorktown Loose livestock on S Hwy 183, Cuero 02-25-2025 Assault physical on E Live Oak St, Cuero Death on Live Oak Rd, Cuero Abandoned vehicle on E Main St, Yorktown Abandoned vehicle on W Main St, Yorktown Fire-grass on S River Rd, Cuero Fraud on W Main St, Yorktown Scam on Smith Ranch Rd, Cuero Criminal mischief on Cattle Guard Rd, Cuero Burglary of vehicle on E Hwy 72, Cuero 02-26-2025 Assist Citizen on W 7th St, Yorktown Warrant Service on E Main St, Yorktown Traffic Related on FM 2656, Yorktown Fraud on Lakeside Dr, Cuero Road Hazard on Verhelle Rd, Cuero Disturbance on N Ladner St, Yorktown 02-27-2025 Suspicious Activity on Concrete Edgar Rd, Cuero Assist Motorist on Hwy 77A, Cuero Assist Citizen on Fordtran Rd, Thomaston Disabled Vehicle on Hwy 87 S, Cuero Alarm-Business on E Main St, Yorktown. 03/05/2025 03:55 PM

Voucher bill has backing of House majority

Voucher bill has backing of House majority

A slim majority of Texas House members have indicated they will back House Bill 3, which creates education savings accounts that allow families to use taxpayer money for private school education. The Dallas Morning News reported that 75 Republican legislators have signed on with the bill’s author, state Rep. Brad Buckley, R-Salado, to support the measure. 03/05/2025 03:55 PM

But she wants one of two options:

This new husky knows how to hustle

1. To be reclaimed by her pet parents, or 2. 03/05/2025 03:55 PM

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