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Incoming DeWitt County 4-H Ambassadors – Gunnar Frank, Jana Justiss, Ella Jander, Andrew Hahn. Not Pictured: Caleb Keller. (Contributed Photos)

4-H banquet celebrates achievements

. 08/21/2024 06:30 AM

Cuero hospital nationally recognized for high-quality stroke care

Cuero hospital nationally recognized for high-quality stroke care

The American Heart Association presents Get With The Guidelines - Stroke Gold Plus award for proven dedication to ensuring all stroke patients have access to best practices and life-saving care Cuero Regional Hospital has received the American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines - Stroke Gold Plus quality achievement award for its commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatmentaccording to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines, ultimately leading to more lives saved and reduced disability. Stroke is the No. 08/21/2024 06:30 AM

The YHS 2024-25 Cheerleaders attended the UCA Cheer Camp in Galveston. Pictured: Front Row (L-R): Brielle Allman, Alaina Guzman, Leighton Kirchoff, Destiny Longoria, Paige Deleon. Back Row (L-R): Rylie Krueger (mascot), Serenity Rodriguez, Malayshia Thomas, Ashlie Gaida, Brycen Allman, Syd...

YHS Cheerleaders Compete at UCA in Galveston

The Yorktown High School Cheerleaders attended the UCA Cheer Camp at Moody Gardens in Galveston, Texas, from July 1619. For three days, the cheerleaders learned new band chants, cheer, stunts and so much. There were also competitions where the Yorktown cheerleaders received many awards. Here is a list of the awards: 1st Place Cheer-Small Varsity Division; 3rd Place Dance- Small Varsity Division; Most Energetic Mascot Trophy-Wally the Wildcat (Rylie Krueger); 4- All American Recipients: Seniors - Malayshia Thomas, Brycen Allman, Sydnie Krueger and sophomore Paige Deleon; The “Pin It” Forward Award- Sydnie Krueger; 4- Blue Superior Ribbons; 4Spirit Sticks; 3- Superior Blue Ribbons-Wally the Wildcat; 1- Red Ribbon- Wally the Wildcat; Top Mushy Mascot Award-Wally the Wildcat. 08/21/2024 06:30 AM

Walking the pups OLLIE and OREO – Marilyn Hajek and Stephanie Pustka. (Contributed photos)

Yoakum Nursing & Rehab PAWS UP for Pets

The local pet rescue and shelter was the recipient of a special visit and “work day” recently from the staff of Yoakum Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. Not only did the team arrive ready to pitch in with the many shelter duties but they also brought a bevy of cat and dog food and shelter supplies too. 08/21/2024 06:30 AM

The big heart of Nordheim beats strong and steady

The big heart of Nordheim beats strong and steady

GOD first...Heavenly Father, what joy it is to have a memory in our late years of so many friends, neighbors, and the experiences we have witnessed. Some are sad, some are beautifully rare, and some have contributed untold stories we are able to share. Lord, help us in remembering the good things and forget the bad. We ask in the name of our dear Savior, Christ Jesus. Amen. 08/21/2024 06:30 AM

RRC proposes overhaul of oil & gas waste management

RRC proposes overhaul of oil & gas waste management

AUSTIN - RRC Commissioners voted to publish for public comment proposed amendments that are critical to updating the agency’s rules regulating waste management facilities. This is the first overhaul of RRC’s waste management rules in four decades. 08/21/2024 06:30 AM

Heat-related deaths in Texas likely undercounted

Heat-related deaths in Texas likely undercounted

As Texans endure the dog days of summer, experts say deaths related to heat in Texas and nationwide are likely undercounted, the Texas Standard reported. With climate change causing warmer days and nights, last year was the hottest on record in Texas. 08/21/2024 06:30 AM

Erwin Schuenemann

Erwin Schuenemann

Erwin Schuenemann, 93, of Nordheim, passed away at home on August 17, 2024 surrounded by his family. Erwin was born November 22, 1930 in Nordheim to the late August and Elsa Schuenemann. Erwin was baptized and confirmed at St. Paul Lutheran Church of Nordheim and was a lifelong member. He married the love of his life, Mildred Mae Wunderlich on November 25, 1956 at St. Paul Lutheran Church of Nordheim. 08/21/2024 06:30 AM

DeWitt County Arrest Report

DeWitt County Arrest Report

Jail Average Daily Count – 90 Inmates Housed for Other Agencies – 20 Aug 09, 2024 Raquel Amaya Delossantos, 40, of Kenedy, Violation Probation/ Arson, Bond of $40,000, DCSO Alvin Franklin Felder Jr, 49, of Yorktown, Driving While License Invalid, Bond of $500, Bail Jumping/Failure to Appear, Bond of $500, Cuero PD Billy Howard Luker, 62, of Yorktown, Violation of Burn Ban Ordinance, Fine of $431, Failure to Appear, Fine of $431, Possession Controlled Substance PG3 <28G Drug Free Zone, Bond of $5,000, Cuero PD Robert Preiss, 63, of Cuero, Assault Family Violence, Bond of $4,000, Cuero PD Aug 10, 2024 No arrests were made on this date Aug 11, 2024 Martin Villa Jr, 30, of Port Lavaca, Driving While Intoxicated 3rd or More, Bond of $15,000, Driving While License Invalid Previous Convictions, Bond of $2,000, Parole Violation, No Bond, DPS Kayden Owens, 17, of Yoakum, Bail Jumping/ Failure to Appear (Bell Co), Bond of $2,000, Yoakum PD Aug 12, 2024 Belinda Ann Stanek, 61, of Victoria, Theft of Property>$100<$750 with Previous Convictions, Bond of $4,000, DCSO George Valentinelee Urrutia, 22, of Karnes City, Motion to Revoke/ Burglary of Habitation, Bond of $50,000, DCSO Aug 13, 2024 William Cody Baker, 26, of San Antonio, Motion to Revoke, Injury to Child/Elderly/ Disabled Criminal Negligence, Bond of $50,000, DCSO Aug 14, 2024 Derrick Dewayne Price, 42, of Cuero, Injury Child/Elderly/ Disabled Bodily Injury, Bond of $10,000, Cuero PD Eric Raul Martinez, 26, of Cuero, Forgery, Bond of $5,000, Forgery, Bond of $5,000, Possession Controlled Substance PG2<1G, Bond of $5,000, Cuero PD Timothy Dakota Kitchens, 29, of Cuero, Speeding 10% or Over 43 MPH in 30 MPH, Bond of $500, Violate Promise to Appear, Bond of $500, Cuero PD Aug 15, 2024 No Arrest as of Press Time. 08/21/2024 06:30 AM

DeWitt County Activity Report

DeWitt County Activity Report

ACCIDENTS- 7 LOOSE LIVESTOCK- 3 08-09-2024 Check – Welfare on Hwy 87S, Cuero Assisted DPS w/Accident on Hwy 111W, Yoakum Fraud on E Slickfield Rd, Yorktown Disabled Vehicle on E Main St, Yorktown Road Hazard on FM 237, Cuero Fire on Hwy 87 N, Westhoff 08-10-2024 Alarm-Business on E Broadway, Cuero Assist Citizen on Crestview Dr, Cuero Alarm-Residential on Morgan Rd, Cuero Weather Related Main St, Yorktown Weather Related on N West St, Yorktown Accident – Deer on Hwy 183 N, Cuero Missing Person on Brandt Rd, Yorktown Accident on Old Cheapside Rd, Cuero Disabled Vehicle on Hwy 72 W, Cuero Assist Citizen on Muschalek Rd, Yorktown Loose Livestock on Dubose Ranch Rd, Westhoff 08-11-2024 Accident on FM 237, Meyersville Accident on Hwy 183 N, Cuero Assist Citizen on W 10th St, Yorktown Animal Bite on W 4th St, Yorktown 08-12-2024 Accident on FM 766, Cuero Loose Livestock on Old Yoakum Rd, Cuero Property – Damage on W HWY 72, Yorktown Ordinance Violation on Crestview Dr, Cuero Assist Citizen on E 9th St, Yorktown Check – Welfare on Callahan Rd, Yorktown 08-13-2024 Disturbance on S Gohmert St, Yorktown Accident on Hwy 72E, Nordheim Animal Case on Mussleman Rd, Yoakum 08-14-2024 Accident on Hopkinsville Rd, Cuero Suspicious Activity on W HWY 72, Yorktown Threats-Communicating on FM 1447, Cuero Theft on E 8th St, Yorktown Loose Livestock on Bellevue Cemetery Rd, Cheapside 08-15-2024 Suspicious Activity on Metting Rd, Yorktown Suspicious Vehicle on Hwy 183, Yoakum Animal Carcass on Hrabovsky Rd, Yoakum Animal Abuse on W Main, Yorktown Reckless Driver on FM 953, Cuero Abandoned Vehicle on Sauer-Bade Rd, Cuero Fraud on S River Rd, Cuero Assist Citizen on Westview Dr, Yorktown Theft on Crestview Dr, Cuero Harassment on S Gaebler St, Yorktown Assist Citizen on E 11th St, Yorktown. 08/21/2024 06:30 AM

A Wildcat charges upfield with a slew of defenders trying to bring him down. PHOTOS BY DEIRDRE ALEXANDER

Wildcats perform with high execution, physicality

Friday, Aug. 16 Yorktown scrimmaged the Woodsboro Eagles at Wildcat Stadium. 08/21/2024 06:30 AM

Malaysia Thomas sets to middle hitter Stehling for the kill against Falls City at the South Texas Showdown. PHOTOS BY DEIRDRE ALEXANDER

Volleyball opens with wins, 2nd at Showdown

The Yorktown High School Kitty Kat volleyball program hosted a dual match against Ganado and Nixon- Smiley on Tuesday, Aug. 13. Two matches resulting in two wins was the perfect start of the 2024 season. On the weekend, the Kitty Kats would finish 2-1 in tournament pool play, defeating Pawnee (25-6, 25-11) and Faith Academy (27-25, 2513) while falling short to Tidehaven(25-18, 15-25, 14-16). 08/21/2024 06:30 AM

Area Small Museums hear about UHV’s history center

Area Small Museums hear about UHV’s history center

The Chisholm Trail Heritage Museum’s German English School was the venue this month for the quarterly meeting of the Small Museums of South Texas group. The Chisholm Trail Museum as well as the Cuero Heritage Museum, the Pharmacy and Medical Museum, and the DeWitt County Historical Museum partnered to host 32 representatives of museums from Cuero, Orange Grove, Palacios, Pleasanton, George West, and La Grange. 08/21/2024 06:30 AM

Judge Fowler

New formula prompts county to reconsider taxes

A ruling on foregone revenue, by the state comptroller on August 1 gave DeWitt County Court the possibility of adding .06778 to the allowable tax rate before voter approval is required. At the August 12 Commissioners Court meeting, County Tax Assessor/ Collector Ashley D. 08/21/2024 06:30 AM

CISDEF board members Sandy White, Bonnie Wheeler, and Darwin Koenning lend a hand in preparing lunches for grateful Cuero ISD staff. (Contributed photos)

Teachers receive free lunches at Back-to School event

The Cuero ISD Education Foundation (CISDEF) was pleased to show its support for Cuero ISD educators at the district’s Back-to-School Convocation. The CISDEF Board of Directors voted to provide lunch for all district employees at the convocation. 08/21/2024 06:30 AM

The Cuero City Manager and Police Chief are drafting an ordinance to allow golf carts on public streets. (Staff photo)

City urged to defund airport, may allow golf carts on streets and utilities are going up

The regular meeting of Cuero City Council on August 12 began with Public Comments from Former Mayor Buzz Edge urging Council to reconsider funding the Cuero Municipal Airport. He cited low airplane registrations and the potential need for funds. He requested further discussion before any decisions are made. 08/21/2024 06:30 AM

Stephanie Villarreal addresses the Cuero ISD school board on the issue of bullying. (Staff photo)

‘We can all do more’

Community brings bullying concerns to Cuero board Approximately 15 community members attended the Cuero ISD board meeting on Aug. 15 to voice concerns about bullying. 08/21/2024 06:30 AM

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