KCB Bench Dedication A memorial bench will be dedicated to Cuero resident Emily Davis who passed away in August 2025 along MLK Drive Thursday, April 9, at 10:30 a.m. Davis gave 15 years of service to Keep Cuero Beautiful.

Cornhole Tournament & Live Music Nordheim Volunteer Fire Department will host a Cornhole Tournament and Live Music at the Nordheim Fire Department Friday, April 10. Registration is at 6 p.m., and there will be live music from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Cash prize and T-shirts for top team, food and drink available, and live music is by The Well Diggers. Registration is $20 per team.

Don’t Mess With Texas highway cleanup Keep Cuero Beautiful is hosting a highway cleanup Saturday, April 11. Citizens are encouraged to form teams to help cleanup litter along the area highways. Those participating should meet at the Market Pavilion at 8:30 a.m. to get assignments and supplies for the cleanup.

Lunch and Learn

Victoria County Master Gardeners Bradley Jones and Olimpia Sauseda will present a lecture on plant propagation methods Monday, April 13, during a “Lunch and Learn with the Masters” program. This will be a demonstration program, outlining the various forms of plant propagation. The program will be held free to the public from noon until 1 p.m. at Victoria Educational Gardens Pavilion, 283 Bachelor Dr., across from the Victoria Regional Airport control tower. Those attending may bring a beverage and sack lunch.

Congressional Meet and Greet

Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz will hold a Meet and Greet in Gonzales County at Come and Take It Bar & Grill, 401 St. George St., in Gonzales, Monday, April 13, at noon.

CRH Blood Drive

Cuero Regional Hospital will host a blood drive for the South Texas Blood and Tissue Center in the Education Classroom on Thursday, April 15, from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Anyone who is 16 years old, weighing 120 pounds (with parental consent form), or at least 17 years old weighing 110 pounds, and in good general health can donate blood. Donors must present photo ID, last four digits of their social security number and their birth date. Please visit South-TexasBlood.org to make an appointment.Walk-ins are welcome. For questions regarding blood donations, contact South Texas Blood & Tissue at 210-731-5590. For further information regarding location, please contact Kathy Simon at 361-275-6191.

Yorktown Western Days Association Scholarships

The Yorktown Western Days Association is excited to announce that applications are now open for sponsorship opportunities for graduating seniors at Yorktown and Nordheim High Schools until April 16. This is a wonderful opportunity for students to receive support as they take the next step toward their future. Interested seniors may pick up application information from their school counselors. The Western Days Association is proud to invest in the success of our local youth and to give back to the community through this means. These scholarships are made possible through the generous support of our community and the continued success of Western Days events. Together, we are helping build a brighter future for the next generation.

Governor’s Small Business Summit

Cuero has been selected as one of just 15 cities in Texas to host the Governor’s Small Business Summit. It will be April 16, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Anne Friar Thomas Homemaking Building. This statewide event will bring entrepreneurs, business owners, and federal resource partners together right here in our community. This summit is built to support small businesses at every stage. Expect valuable breakout sessions, direct access to trusted partners, practical tools you can use immediately, lunch included, and complimentary headshots. $20 fee; to register visit https://gov.texas. gov/business/event/ governors-small-business- summit-cuero

Bingo, Bags and Badges The Gonzales Regional Children’s Advocacy Center serving Gonzales, Lavaca and DeWitt Counties will host Bingo, Bags and Badges Fundraiser at J.B Wells Expo Center in Gonzales Friday, April 17, 6 to 9 p.m. $50 perperson or $500 per table. Cash Bar and Silent Auction. Visit www.normashouse.net for information.

Swing for St. Michael’s There will be a golf tournament benefiting St. Michael’s Catholic School at Cuero Municipal Golf Course Friday, April 17. It will be a four-person scramble, 18-hole tournament. $400 per team. Register and pay at stmschoolcuero. org

Masonic Lodge Blood Drive

The Cuero Masonic Lodge is sponsoring a Blood Drive through the South Texas Blood & Tissue Center on April 18 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. It will be held in the parking lot of the Cuero Lube and Tire at 1000 Courthouse St. Parking will be available at the baseball park.

Cuero Boys & Girls Club Golf Tournament There will be a golf tournament benefiting the Boys & Girls Club of Cuero at Cuero Municipal Golf Course April 18. It will be a four-person scramble, 18-hole tournament. $500 per team. Register and pay online at boysandgirlsclubofcuero. com

Schmidt Family Reunion

The event will take place at the VFW Hall in Yorktown April 19, starting at 11 a.m. Please bring a main dish, a side and a dessert. Drinks and flatware will be provided. For Bingo, bring a small prize. Call 210-288-0327 for information.

Earth Day Coloring Contest

Coloring books can be picked up from school teachers by students who are PreK through the 3rd grade for an Earth Day Coloring Contest through April 17. Winners to be announced April 20.

Cuero Lake Cleanup Keep Cuero Beautiful is sponsoring a lake cleanup Tuesday, April 21. Supplies provided. Meet at park clubhouse at 5 p.m.

Earth Day Plant Swap Earth Day Celebration April 22, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bring a plant to swap or come to get a plant if you don’t have one. Other giveaways and gardening demonstrations, plus recycling advice.

Ag Business Luncheon The keynote speaker at the Ag Business Luncheon will be Brooklyn Clement, director of South Texas Economic and Energy Roundtable, along with Laramie Adams providing Texas Farm Bureau legislative updates, Anne Friar Thomas Homemaking Building, Wednesday, April 22, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Earth Day Celebration Keep Cuero Beautiful is sponsoring a chance to win a galvanized steel raised garden bed or a nature smart birdhouse with a solar-powered camera. Winners will be chosen April 22. Tickets are $5 each or five for $20. Purchase tickets at the Cuero Chamber of Commerce.

Victoria Crossroads ICA Chapter Meeting Independent’s Cattlemen’s Association will meet at Aimee’s Bluebird Cafe, 1000 S. Esplanade St. in Cuero Thursday, April 23, at 6:30 p.m. Beef meal to be provided. RSVP 361-652-8014.

Arbor Day & Tree Dedication

The City of Cuero Tree Board will celebrate Arbor Day and Tree Dedication: H. Wayne Adickes at the corner of West Reuss and Indianola April 24 at 10 a.m. There will be a presentation by Rachel Sarlls of Texas A&M Forestry Service and Amber Fitts.

Nordheim Market Days Market Days will be celebrated by Nordheim Historical Museum on Broadway April 25 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Nathan Colt Young will entertain from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. while visitors shop. Karoke Contest from 2 to 4 p.m. with a $10 entry fee and $50 prize. Music by Vicki Cross will close out the event.

4th Annual Touch Truck Join Friends of De-Witt County Children for kids to touch, explore and climb on trucks at Cuero VFW Saturday, April 25, 9:30 a.m. to noon. 934 U.S. Hwy. 183 N in Cuero.

Westhoff Cemetery Decoration Day

The decorating will be done Sunday, April 26, starting at 2 p.m. (weather permitting) at the beautiful Westhoff Cemetery with a brief service by Rev. J.R. Putnam.

Immediately following, at 2:30 p.m. The Westhoff Cemetery Association Meeting will be held at St. John's Lutheran Parish Hall. All donations will be greatly appreciated.

San Luis Catholic Church Annual ‘Jamaica’

San Luis Catholic Church in Yorktown will be hosting the annual Jamaica, Sunday, April 26, 502 E. 2nd St. Mass with a Mariachi Trio will begin at 8 a.m. Breakfast items will include menudo, breakfast tacos and baked goods will be available after Mass. Carne Guisada with rice, beans and tortillas will be served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for $15 dine-in or to-go plates. Homemade tamales $15/dozen Other food booths and snacks will be available in the afternoon along with live entertainment and other activities, including performances by Los MisMos and Johnathan Guerrero, children’s activities, horseshoe and cornhole tournaments, Country Store, cake walk, bingo, silent auction, live auction and raffle.

Spring Feast

Garfield Hall will host a Spring Feast Sausage Supper and Free Texas Music Country Dance Friday, April 26, 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. Dance music will be Polkas, Country and Western and Waltzes. The event is 11 miles west of Yorktown off Hwy. 119 between Yorktown and Gillett. Food to go tickets $12 for adults, $8 children.

Yorktown Chamber of Commerce Scholarships

Yorktown Chamber of Commerce scholarship applications are available at the Yorktown High School office or the Chamber office at 141 S. Riedel Street. Deadline is May 1 at 5 p.m.

Cuero Car & Bike Show There will be a car and bike show with a $500 prize for Best of Show at Cuero Municipal Park May 2, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Vendors, food, People’s Choice and Bike Run to be featured.

Pastor’s 20th Anniversary Celebration Mt. Bethany Baptist Church will celebrate the 20th anniversary of Pastor Kelvin F. Washington’s service Sunday, May 3, at 3 p.m. The guest speaker will be the Rev. Elwin B. Washington of Lake Charles, La. Traditional services will be at 11 a.m. 5 Pridgen St.

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Nordheim May Feast The Nordheim Shooting Club May Feast Weekend will be May 15-17, featuring truck and tractor pulls, a chili and BBQ cookoff, craft booths, hamburgers, homemade ice cream and cold drinks. There will be a Saturday night dance with entertainment by Nathan Colt Young. A BBQ pork meal will be served for lunch Sunday, May 17, 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Plates are $15 for dine-in or dineout. Cash or checks only.

Art Exhibition by Jose A. Ramirez

“Abstraction Diversity,” a solo art exhibition by Jose A. Ramirez is on display through May 16, at Linocut Relief Printmaking, 124 E. Church St., in Cuero. Museum hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Chicken BBQ Fundraiser

Cuero American Legion Post 3 is having a Memorial Day Chicken BBQ fundraiser drive-through only May 30 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at 310 Esplanade in Cuero. $15 donation for one whole chicken. Tickets available at DeWitt County Coop and Anders Auto.

Early Childhood Screening

Early childhood screening for Cuero, Meyersville, Nursery, and Westhoff ISD is available through Child Find through May 31. Early childhood intervention programs serve children with developmental delays and their families. Eligibility is determined through assessment by program staff. Those who wish to have their child evaluated may contact Crystal Hamilton at (361) 275-1900 ext 121 to schedule an appointment anytime in April and May.

Search for American Revolution Descendants Do you have an ancestor who supported the American Revolution? Help us teach our children and grandchildren their history. On July 3-4, Dewitt County Historical Commission will be celebrating America’s 250th anniversary with patriotic events honoring ancestors who supported the cause for independence. Send us their names and stories to share in the programs. Email: dewitt-county- archives@dwcotx.org Or call Peggy Ledbetter: 361648-0003.

CTHM is dedicated to creating fun events for both the old and the young, and last week it was all for the youngsters. The monthly 'story time' sessions are held the 4th Saturday of every month and feature a children's book reading and arts and craft activities. The event is free and hosted by CTHM staff.

The March event was extra special because it featured a book authored and illustrated by a Texas resident and one with close ties to Cuero. Marsha Edmands’ published book 'Raisin, the Last Puppy Chosen' tells the heartfelt story of how a little left behind puppy was finally adopted.

Colorful illustrations show the pup caged and depressed and kind of forgotten until a nice lady named Marsha comes to adopt him and give him a forever home. It is a true story.

Over 30 pre-school children attended the event to hear the story of Raisin and meet Raisin in person. The kids were given dog prints to color, personal polaroid pics and a real box of 'raisins' with Raisin's photo on the front. Several children arrived with their moms and the preschool groups from St. Micheal's and Grace Episcopal also attended.

Ms. Edmands’ book is available for purchase at the Pet Adoptions of Cuero shelter or on Amazon with proceeds benefitting PAOC. Six little adoptable kittens came along from PAOC to the event for some one-onone attention with the children.

The Chisholm Trail Heritage Museum has always strived to provide educational and enlightening activities for the children and the community. The English German Schoolhouse is a community treasure of history and having events like Cowpoke Story Time showcases the old with the new.

That’s why it's important to control unowned cat populations in a sustainable and humane way.

Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) is a process where stray cats are humanely trapped and brought to a veterinary clinic to be neutered or spayed. Afterwards, the cats are returned to where they were trapped.

“TNR is the only humane, evidence- based, effective method to control unowned cat populations that live outdoors,” said Dr. Amanda Blake, an associate research scientist in the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (VMBS). “It stops the breeding cycle and, in turn, addresses many community concerns, like disease spread, fighting, spraying, and yowling.”

Blake and VMBS assistant professor Dr. Sue Yee Lim discuss the importance of TNR and what the community can do to help control unowned cat populations.

TNR has proven to be more effective than traditional animal control methods because by stopping the breeding cycle, the approach also reduces shelter intake while improving the overall health of an unowned cat colony.

“Simply removing feral cats from their stable environment will only create the vacuum effect,” Lim said. “With plenty of natural food sources and no competition, new cats will come into the community, continuing the cycle.”

Instead, when unowned cats are humanely trapped and brought to veterinary clinics for a spay or neutering procedure, they also can be examined under anesthesia, treated for minor wounds, and vaccinated against rabies, feline leukemia virus (FeLV), and feline viral rhinotracheitis, calicivirus, and panleukopenia (FVRCP). Vaccinating cats builds immunity against common feline diseases and protects the entire colony.

“Health benefits of TNR are numerous to the cats,” Blake said. “This includes decreased fighting and injuries as well as a decrease in diseases associated with reproduction and cancers.”

Veterinarians caring for these feral or unowned animals will often clip one tip of the cat’s ear, which acts as a universal sign that shows the cat is spayed or neutered. After the cat is fully alert and has recovered from anesthesia, it is typically released back to its original location within 24 to 48 hours.

The success of TNR heavily relies on community members’ cooperation with the protocols, according to Lim and Blake.

As such, it’s important for community members to educate themselves on TNR. This includes understanding that they should not place large amounts of food out and leave it unmonitored, feed cats without the intention of TNR or take feral cats to shelters Instead, community cat caregivers should only place enough food that can be consumed in a 30-minute period. This will help prevent unwanted animals, like raccoons or skunks, from being attracted to the area and will help the caregiver monitor the TNR colony and account for newcomers.

In order to humanely trap unowned cats, community members can place food inside traps that are secured in the open position at the same time each day to “trap train” them. This helps avoid scaring the cat and, overall, encourages them to keep returning to the trap.

“This is an excellent way to get them used to that experience so that when you are able to secure an appointment for TNR, it almost guarantees the cats will go into the traps,” Blake said. “Toys — like laser pointers and wand toys — are also useful for bonding moments with them. Earning their trust can take patience and time, but it feels so special when they warm up to you.”

If a mother cat has kittens with her, it is important to assess the health and age of the kittens before trapping her. If the kittens are 2 to 3 months old, trapping the mother is safe. Kittens in need of medical care should also be trapped so they can receive treatment.

Once treated, cats should be returned to their environment where they were trapped.

“Neutered cats returning to their natural environment where they are used to are less likely to run away,” Lim said. “They are able to fend for themselves and remain as a stable population, preventing the influx of other stray cats.”

Successful TNR programs require significant funding and volunteer support. The largest costs are surgical supplies, medications, and trapping materials.

“Most volunteers start at a place of kindness and compassion and then end up being overwhelmed by the high surgical and operational costs,” Lim said. “We need volunteers to trap cats humanely and safely, and we also need volunteer veterinarians who are willing to help these cats. We should have community efforts that will fund the TNR endeavors so that the financial burden of TNR does not fall on the shoulders of compassionate community members.”

While there are many aspects to successful TNR programs, one of the most important steps people can take is to educate themselves on how TNR can play a role in their communities.

“The problem of feral cats is here to stay, and we must find a sustainable partnership between stakeholders,” Lim said. “If we are able to provide information in a manner that is easy to understand and provide people with resources, we will be able to tackle this issue holistically.”

While TNR programs can be costly, complex, and heavily dependent on community support, they prove to be the most effective and humane way to stabilize unowned outdoor cat populations. By stopping the breeding cycle and improving colony health conditions, TNR offers a caring solution to overpopulation and the concerns that come with it.

Pet Talk is a service of the College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, Texas A&M University. Stories can be viewed on the web at vetmed.tamu.edu/ news/pet-talk. Suggestions for future topics may be directed to vmbs-editor@tamu.edu.

Next month, May, will be the end of my first term as your Mayor, and I will also be sworn in for the start of a second term. I can’t believe how fast two years transpired.

March 24 was a busy day. I started the day reviewing a $2.5 million grant with representatives from the General Land Office, which will be used on infrastructure. The Mayor’s Youth Council visited the Dewitt County Courthouse and received an awesome presentation on Criminal Justice procedures by District Attorney Brian Cromeens in the District courtroom. The group found the presentation very informative. Thank you, Sir! I finished the day by reading a proclamation recognizing 80 years of baseball in Cuero and throwing out the first pitch at the Cuero High School Gobbler baseball game.

Shout out to Jenni Garrett on all her hard work on a memorable program. Former Cuero High School Baseball Alumni who played Major League Baseball were in attendance and introduced to the audience. In addition, current and past baseball alumni were in attendance, which was well done by Mrs. Garrett.

I attended the Rotary Club meeting and presented a City of Cuero updates program, on March 26. On 30 March, the Local Emergency Planning Committee met and received a briefing from the National Weather Service. On the morning of March 31, the ribbon was cut at the Cuero City Park Clubhouse, recognizing plant improvements to the clubhouse exterior by the Keep Cuero Beautiful committee. Special thanks to former Cuero Mayor Sara Post Meyer.

The 250 Anniversary July 4th Committee met at the Chamber of Commerce office to discuss plans for the upcoming 4th of July Celebration. Information can be found on the Chamber of Commerce website. I finished the day at the Cuero Fire Station welcoming the South Texas Fire Chiefs to Cuero, Butch Tolbert treated the group to his stew and cornbread combo, thanks Butch!

April 1 was filled with sirens and sounds from first responder vehicles recognizing April as Child Abuse Awareness Month. The Friends of Dewitt County Children and Norma’s House placed pinwheels and cutouts at the Old John C. French property signifying abused children (anonymous) in Dewitt County. I read a proclamation urging the Citizens of Cuero to recognize the Month of April as Child Abuse Awareness month. Special thanks to Katie Klores (Friends of Dewitt County Children) and Deane Novasead (Norma’s House) for all their efforts for our children.

On April 2, I attended the Cuero High School College and Career Fair, thank you for the invitation, Ms. Gina Rico. The rain has been a blessing, and we need more.

More to follow.

Brandy Gail Dominguez, 40, of Yoakum, CT1-Theft Prop <$2,500 2/More Previous Conviction, Bond of $5,000, CT2-Credit Card Or Debit Card Abuse Elderly, Bond of $5,000, CT3-Forgery Financial Instrument Enhanced, Bond of $5,000, DCSO Gilberto Navarro, 56, of Yorktown, Capias Pro Fine/No Motor Vehicle Liability Insurance, Fine of $381, Capias Pro Fine/No Motor Vehicle Liability Insurance, Fine of $381, Capias Pro Fine/Display Expired License Plates, Fine of $231, Capias Pro Fine/Display Expired License Plates, Fine of $231, Capias Pro Fine/ Driving While License Suspended Invalid, Fine of $381, Capias Pro Fine/Bail Jumping and Failure to Appear, Fine of $276, Capias Pro Fine/Bail Jumping and Failure to Appear, Fine of $276, Capias Pro Fine/Bail Jumping and Failure to Appear, Fine of $276, Capias Pro Fine/Bail Jumping and Failure to Appear, Fine of $276, Capias Pro Fine/Bail Jumping and Failure to Appear, Fine of $276, DCSO Alexandra Colette Ogea, 40, of Georgetown, Possession Marijuana<2oz, Bond of $2,000, Unlawful Carrying Weapon, Bond of $4,000, Possession Controlled Substance PG2>=1G<4G, Bond of $10,000, DPS Joseph Eric Bernal, 41, New Braunfels, Public Intoxication, Bond of $500, Cuero PD Matthew Dillan Crossland, 36, of Yorktown, Evading Arrest Detention with Vehicle, Bond of $10,000, Cuero PD Michael Wayne Baker, 51, of Cuero, No Motor Vehicle Liability Insurance, Bond of $500, Capias Pro Fine/Display Fictitious License Plates, Fine of $281, Capias Pro Fine/Bail Jumping and Failure to Appear, Fine of $391, Capias Pro Fine/No Driver’s License, Fine of $396, Capias Pro Fine/Bail Jumping and Failure to Appear, Fine of $367, Cuero PD Molly Andrea Oviedo, 26, of Austin, Possession Marijuana<2oz Drug Free Zone, Bond of $4,000, Possession Controlled Substance PG1>1G Drug Free Zone, Bond of $25,000, Prohibited Substance/Item In Correctional Facility, Bond of $10,000, Tamper/Fabricate Physical Evidence with Intent to Impair, Bond of $10,000, Cuero PD Ethan Walker McCollum, 26, of Cedar Park, Possession Marijuana<2oz Drug Free Zone, Bond of $4,000, Cuero PD Monica Ramirez, 24, of Yoakum, Aggravated Assault Date/Family/House with Weapon SBI, Bond of $300,000, Criminal Mischief >=$100<$750, Bond of $2,500 (Lavaca Co), Yoakum PD

March 28, 2026

Jacob Allen Rawlinson, 23, of Cuero, Assault Causes Bodily Injury, Bond of $5,000, DCSO Kyle Lee Eakin, 25, of Cuero, Aggravated Assault Date/Family/House with Weapon, Bond of $150,000, Unlawful Possession Firearm by Felon, Bond of $10,000, Unlawful Possession Firearm by Felon, Bond of $20,000, DCSO Linda Blackwell, 38, of Yoakum, Violation Bond/Protective Order Assault/Stalk IAT (Lavaca Co), Bond of $50,000, Yoakum PD Paden Douglas Cook, 28, of San Marcus, Possession Marijuana<2oz, Bond of $2,000, Possession Controlled Substance PG1>1G<4G, Bond of $10,000, DPS

March 29, 2026

Jeremy William Matejek, 31, of Nordheim, Sale/Distribute/Display Harmful Material to Minor, Bond of $5,000, Resist Arrest/Search or Transport, Bond of $4,000, Unlawful Disclosure or Promotion of Intimate Visual Material, Bond of $10,000, DCSO

March 30, 2026

Robert Adolph Bitterly, 62, of Cuero, Driving While Intoxicated 2nd Offense, Bond of $4,000, DPS Roderick Toniel Fryer, 28, of Cuero, Harassment (Fayette Co.), Bond of $5,000, DCSO Robert Anthony Trevino, 61, of Yorktown, Bail Jumping/Failure to Appear/Possession Controlled Substance PG 2A <=2oz, Bond of $1,000, DCSO Christopher Anthony Howard, 40, of Cuero, Motion to Revoke/Possession Controlled Substance PG 1 < 1G, No Bond, Cuero PD March 31, 2026 William Scott Collins, 53, of Marion, Theft Cattle/Horse/Exotic Livestock < $150K, Bond of $10,000, DCSO

April 01, 2026

Marvin Kuykendall, 68, of Yoakum, Driving While License Invalid/Suspended with Previous Conviction, Bond of $2,000, Cuero PD Ashley Denise Gohlke, 41, of Victoria, Violation Probation/Tamper/Fabricate Physical Evidence with Intent to Impair, Bond of $30,000, DCSO James Alvin Pape, 60, of Cuero, Theft Property<$ 100 with Previous Conviction, Bond of $2,000, Cuero PD Sarita Perez, 45, of Mesquite, No Driver’s License, Bond of $500, Bail Jumping and Failure to Appear, Bond of $500, Cuero PD

April 02, 2026

Kragan Nwai Johnson, 29, of Cuero, Driving While License Invalid/Suspended with Previous Conviction, Bond of $1,000, Cuero PD

Assist Citizen on Hwy 72 W, Cuero Animal Case on E 5TH St, Yorktown Check – Welfare on N Nau St, Yorktown 911 Open Line on Royal Oaks #1, Yorktown Property – Damage on Wolf Hollow Rd, Cuero Loose Livestock on W Hwy 111, Yoakum Property Damage on E 7th St, Yorktown Loose Livestock on FM 953, Cuero Loose Livestock on Thomaston River Rd, Thomaston Assisted DPS with Accident on E Hwy 72, Yorktown

03-28-2026

Assault Physical on FM 953, Cuero Loose Livestock on FM 1447, Cuero Criminal Trespass on FM 1447, Cuero Criminal Trespass on W Main St, Yorktown Disturbance – Family on FM 953, Cuero Animal Case on Plum St, Nordheim

03-29-2026

Disturbance Family on Kenne Rd, Meyersville Harassment on W 6th St, Nordheim Road Hazard on E Hwy 72, Cuero Animal Abuse on FM 2980, Yorktown Animal Injured on N Church, Yorktown Assisted Fire w/ Brush Fire on Fairview St, Nordheim Reckless Driver on FM 237, Yorktown Suspicious Activity on N Eckhardt St, Yorktown

03-30-2026

Road Hazard on Hwy 87 S, Cuero Animal Case on N Nau St, Yorktown Theft on Golly Rd, Cuero Warrant Service on N Gonzales St, Cuero Suspicious Vehicle on Hwy 72 W, Nordheim

03-31-2026

Suspicious Activity on W Main St, Yorktown Warrant Service on E Live Oak St, Cuero Loose Livestock on Hwy 87 S, Thomaston Livestock – Found on Hahn Rd, Yoakum Loose Livestock on Cabeza Rd, Nordheim Loose Livestock on Hwy 119 S, Yorktown Death on Harvey Haun Rd, Yorktown

04-01-2026

Noise Disturbance on Anderson Ave, Westhoff Assist Citizen on N Esplanade, Cuero Assist Citizen on Schleicher St, Westhoff Disturbance-Family on N Eckhardt St, Yorktown Assisted CPD w/Reckless Driver on Verhelle Rd, Cuero Reckless Driver on FM 2718, Yorktown Loose Livestock on FM 237, Yorktown Animal Case on Giles Rd, Yoakum Suspicious Vehicle on N Range St, Yorktown

04-02-2026

Abandoned Vehicle on W Hwy 72, Cuero Loose Livestock on Gruenau Rd, Yorktown Assisted DPS with Accident on S Hwy 87, Cuero Animal Case on Cabeza Rd, Nordheim Threats Communications on Chestnut St, Nordheim Dispute W 1st St, Yorktown

Jesus died between two thieves. One came to repentance and the other was hardened to the ways of the world and wished only to be saved from the cross.

One of the criminals as he hung on the cross hurled insults at Jesus, saying “If you are the Christ, save Yourself and us!” Luke 23:39. NKJV In our modern-day times aren’t some of us continuing to hurl insults at Christ? Aren’t many of our friends and acquaintances saying that we need to believe in the world and worldly reasoning to get along with people? Has the age of forgiveness been forgotten? There are many times when our friends, relatives, and others try to manipulate one another and end up being cross or mad at each other over something trivial. The days go by and a forgiving spirit is forgotten because the incident is not as fresh as it once was on our minds and we hang on to resentment and chastisement.

Just as the thief on the cross, we believe in ourselves and what the world teaches instead of giving our lives over to Jesus and trusting in Him for salvation and eternal life. Our hope is not in this world, but peace and contentment are granted to us through Christ and only through Him.

In Luke 23:40-43 we are told, “but the other criminal rebuked him. “Do you not fear God,” he said, “seeing you are under the same condemnation? We are punished justly, for we are getting what our deeds deserve. But this man has done nothing wrong.”

Then he said, “Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom.”

Jesus answered him, “I tell you the truth, today you will be with me in paradise.”

This thief was truly penitent and even though Christ was in His greatest struggle and agony, forgave him of his sins and accepted him into eternal rest.

The same is true for us today if we will accept Jesus Christ as our personal Lord and Savior. When He calls us home, we too can be sure of having eternal life with Him in a place we call Heaven.

As we walk this earth, we need to remember that we need to have a forgiving spirit. Matthew 6:14 says, “For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you.”

Prayer - Father, thank you for loving a sinner like me. Help me to forgive others and have understanding just as you have forgiven me for my sins.” Amen.

DeWitt/LaVaca County Democratic Women The group will hold its monthly meeting on Tuesday, April 7, at its new headquarters in Cuero at 210 N. Esplanade next to Rosie’s Mexican restaurant in Cuero. The meet and greet starts at 5 p.m., and the meeting begins at 5:30 p.m. This is a change in day and time to accommodate those who have asked for a better time for working people. All are invited. The organization also invites area men to join the group and participate in all activities. The headquarters is open Monday thru Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come celebrate Democrats’ past and future successes. For more information contact dewittlavacadems@ gmail. com

Freemasons Offer Scholarships Yorktown and Nordheim 2026 graduating seniors planning to attend technical school or college are invited to apply for a scholarship from Yorktown’s Cameron Masonic Lodge. Education is a key factor in the future success of not only our community but the country as a whole. The Freemasons are pleased to be able to offer further educational assistance through the scholarship program. The deadline for applying is noon on Thursday, April 9. Students should contact their respective school counselors for more information.

DeWitt County Briefs

KCB Bench Dedication A memorial bench will be dedicated to Cuero resident Emily Davis who passed away in August 2025 along MLK Drive Thursday, April 9, at 10:30 a.m. Davis gave 15 years of service to Keep Cuero Beautiful.

Cornhole Tournament & Live Music Nordheim Volunteer Fire Department will host a Cornhole Tournament and Live Music at the Nordheim Fire Department Friday, April 10. Registration is at 6 p.m., and there will be live music from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Cash prize and T-shirts for top team, food and drink available, and live music is by The Well Diggers. Registration is $20 per team.

Don’t Mess With Texas highway cleanup Keep Cuero Beautiful is hosting a highway cleanup Saturday, April 11. Citizens are encouraged to form teams to help clean-up litter along the area highways. Those participating should meet at the Market Pavilion at 8:30 a.m. to get assignments and supplies for the cleanup.

Lunch and Learn

Victoria County Master Gardeners Bradley Jones and Olimpia Sauseda will present a lecture on plant propagation methods Monday, April 13, during a “Lunch and Learn with the Masters” program.This will be a demonstration program, outlining the various forms of plant propagation. The program will be held free to the public from noon until 1 p.m. at Victoria Educational Gardens Pavilion, 283 Bachelor Dr., across from the Victoria Regional Airport control tower. Those attending may bring a beverage and sack lunch.

Congressional Meet and Greet

Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz will hold a Meet and Greet in Gonzales County at Come and Take It Bar & Grill, 401 St. George St., in Gonzales, Monday, April 13, at noon.

CRH Blood Drive

Cuero Regional Hospital will host a blood drive for the South Texas Blood and Tissue Center in the Education Classroom on Thursday, April 15, from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Anyone who is 16 years old, weighing 120 pounds (with parental consent form), or at least 17 years old weighing 110 pounds, and in good general health can donate blood. Donors must present photo ID, last four digits of their social security number and their birth date. Please visit SouthTexasBlood. org to make an appointment.Walk-ins are welcome. For questions regarding blood donations, contact South Texas Blood & Tissue at 210-731-5590. For further information regarding location, please contact Kathy Simon at 361-275-6191.

Yorktown Western Days Association Scholarships

The Yorktown Western Days Association is excited to announce that applications are now open for sponsorship opportunities for graduating seniors at Yorktown and Nordheim High Schools until April 16. This is a wonderful opportunity for students to receive support as they take the next step toward their future. Interested seniors may pick up application information from their school counselors. The Western Days Association is proud to invest in the success of our local youth and to give back to the community through this means. These scholarships are made possible through the generous support of our community and the continued success of Western Days events. Together, we are helping build a brighter future for the next generation.

Governor’s Small Business Summit

Cuero has been selected as one of just 15 cities in Texas to host the Governor’s Small Business Summit. It will be April 16, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Anne Friar Thomas Homemaking Building. This statewide event will bring entrepreneurs, business owners, and federal resource partners together right here in our community. This summit is built to support small businesses at every stage. Expect valuable breakout sessions, direct access to trusted partners, practical tools you can use immediately, lunch included, and complimentary headshots. $20 fee; to register visit https://gov.texas. gov/business/event/ governors-small-business- summit-cuero

Bingo, Bags and Badges

The Gonzales Regional Children’s Advocacy Center serving Gonzales, Lavaca and DeWitt Counties will host Bingo, Bags and Badges Fundraiser at J.B Wells Expo Center in Gonzales Friday, April 17, 6 to 9 p.m. $50 perperson or $500 per table. Cash Bar and Silent Auction. Visit www. normashouse.net for information.

Swing for St. Michael’s There will be a golf tournament benefiting St. Michael’s Catholic School at Cuero Municipal Golf Course Friday, April 17. It will be a four-person scramble, 18-hole tournament. $400 per team. Register and pay at stmschoolcuero. org

Masonic Lodge Blood Drive

The Cuero Masonic Lodge is sponsoring a Blood Drive through the South Texas Blood & Tissue Center on April 18 from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. It will be held in the parking lot of the Cuero Lube and Tire at 1000 Courthouse St. Parking will be available at the baseball park.

Cuero Boys & Girls Club Golf Tournament There will be a golf tournament benefiting the Boys & Girls Club of Cuero at Cuero Municipal Golf Course April 18. It will be a four-person scramble, 18-hole tournament. $500 per team. Register and pay online at boysandgirlsclubofcuero. com

Schmidt Family Reunion

The event will take place at the VFW Hall in Yorktown April 19, starting at 11 a.m. Please bring a main dish, a side and a dessert. Drinks and flatware will be provided. For Bingo, bring a small prize. Call 210-2880327 for information.

Earth Day Coloring Contest

Coloring books can be picked up from school teachers by students who are PreK through the 3rd grade for an Earth Day Coloring Contest through April 17. Winners to be announced April 20.

Cuero Lake Cleanup Keep Cuero Beautiful is sponsoring a lake cleanup Tuesday, April 21. Supplies provided. Meet at park clubhouse at 5 p.m.

Earth Day Plant Swap Earth Day Celebration April 22, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Bring a plant to swap or come to get a plant if you don’t have one. Other giveaways and gardening demonstrations, plus recycling advice.

Ag Business Luncheon The keynote speaker at the Ag Business Luncheon will be Brooklyn Clement, director of South Texas Economic and Energy Roundtable, along with Laramie Adams providing Texas Farm Bureau legislative updates, Anne Friar Thomas Homemaking Building, Wednesday, April 22, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Earth Day Celebration Keep Cuero Beautiful is sponsoring a chance to win a galvanized steel raised garden bed or a nature smart birdhouse with a solar-powered camera. Winners will be chosen April 22. Tickets are $5 each or five for $20. Purchase tickets at the Cuero Chamber of Commerce.

Victoria Crossroads ICA Chapter Meeting Independent’s Cattlemen’s Association will meet at Aimee’s Bluebird Cafe, 1000 S. Esplanade St. in Cuero Thursday, April 23, at 6:30 p.m. Beef meal to be provided. RSVP 361652-8014.

Arbor Day & Tree Dedication

The City of Cuero Tree Board will celebrate Arbor Day and Tree Dedication: H. Wayne Adickes at the corner of West Reuss and Indianola April 24 at 10 a.m. There will be a presentation by Rachel Sarlls of Texas A&M Forestry Service and Amber Fitts.

Nordheim Market Days Market Days will be celebrated by Nordheim Historical Museum on Broadway April 25 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Nathan Colt Young will entertain from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. while visitors shop. Karoke Contest from 2 to 4 p.m. with a $10 entry fee and $50 prize. Music by Vicki Cross will close out the event.

4th Annual Touch Truck Join Friends of De-Witt County Children for kids to touch, explore and climb on trucks at Cuero VFW Saturday, April 25, 9:30 a.m. to noon. 934 U.S. Hwy. 183 N in Cuero.

Westhoff Cemetery Decoration Day The decorating will be done Sunday, April 26, starting at 2 p.m. (weather permitting) at the beautiful Westhoff Cemetery with a brief service by Rev. J.R. Putnam.

Immediately following, at 2:30 p.m. The Westhoff Cemetery Association Meeting will be held at St. John's Lutheran Parish Hall. All donations will be greatly appreciated.

San Luis Catholic Church Annual ‘Jamaica’

San Luis Catholic Church in Yorktown will be hosting the annual Jamaica, Sunday, April 26, 502 E. 2nd St. Mass with a Mariachi Trio will begin at 8 a.m. Breakfast items will include menudo, breakfast tacos and baked goods will be available after Mass. Carne Guisada with rice, beans and tortillas will be served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for $15 dine-in or to-go plates. Homemade tamales $15/ dozen Other food booths and snacks will be available in the afternoon along with live entertainment and other activities, including performances by Los MisMos and Johnathan Guerrero, children’s activities, horseshoe and cornhole tournaments, Country Store, cake walk, bingo, silent auction, live auction and raffle.

Spring Feast

Garfield Hall will host a Spring Feast Sausage Supper and Free Texas Music Country Dance Friday, April 26, 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. Dance music will be Polkas, Country and Western and Waltzes. The event is 11 miles west of Yorktown off Hwy. 119 between Yorktown and Gillett. Food to go tickets $12 for adults, $8 children.

Yorktown Chamber of Commerce Scholarships

Yorktown Chamber of Commerce scholarship applications are available at the Yorktown High School office or the Chamber office at 141 S. Riedel Street. Deadline is May 1 at 5 p.m.

Cuero Car & Bike Show There will be a car and bike show with a $500 prize for Best of Show at Cuero Municipal Park May 2, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Vendors, food, People’s Choice and Bike Run to be featured.

Pastor’s 20th Anniversary Celebration Mt. Bethany Baptist Church will celebrate the 20th anniversary of Pastor Kelvin F. Washington’s service Sunday, May 3, at 3 p.m. The guest speaker will be the Rev. Elwin B. Washington of Lake Charles, La. Traditional services will be at 11 a.m. 5 Pridgen St. in Cuero.

Nordheim May Feast The Nordheim Shooting Club May Feast Weekend will be May 15-17, featuring truck and tractor pulls, a chili and BBQ cookoff, craft booths, hamburgers, homemade ice cream and cold drinks. There will be a Saturday night dance with entertainment by Nathan Colt Young. A BBQ pork meal will be served for lunch Sunday, May 17, 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Plates are $15 for dine-in or dineout. Cash or checks only.

Art Exhibition by Jose A. Ramirez

“Abstraction Diversity,” a solo art exhibition by Jose A. Ramirez is on display through May 16, at Linocut Relief Printmaking, 124 E. Church St., in Cuero. Museum hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Chicken BBQ Fundraiser

Cuero American Legion Post 3 is having a Memorial Day Chicken BBQ fundraiser drive-through only May 30 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at 310 Esplanade in Cuero. $15 donation for one whole chicken. Tickets available at DeWitt County Coop and Anders Auto.

Early Childhood Screening

Early childhood screening for Cuero, Meyersville, Nursery, and Westhoff ISD is available through Child Find through May 31. Early childhood intervention programs serve children with developmental delays and their families. Eligibility is determined through assessment by program staff. Those who wish to have their child evaluated may contact Crystal Hamilton at (361) 275-1900 ext 121 to schedule an appointment anytime in April and May.

Search for American Revolution

Descendants

Do you have an ancestor who supported the American Revolution? Help us teach our children and grandchildren their history. On July 3-4, Dewitt County Historical Commission will be celebrating America’s 250th anniversary with patriotic events honoring ancestors who supported the cause for independence. Send us their names and stories to share in the programs. Email: dewitt-county-archives@ dwcotx.org Or call Peggy Ledbetter: 361-648-0003.

Library/Crown Hospice

Senior Social Hour

Crown Hospice is holding a Senior Social Hour at the Yorktown Public Library on the 1st Monday of every month. The social hour begins at 10 a.m. and is open to the public. Bingo, prizes and snacks are all provided free of charge. The hosts look forward to you attending.

AA Meetings

AA meets every Monday and Friday night at 7 p.m. at the Cuero Public Library.

Unity Prayer

Unity prayer every third Monday of the month at Cuero Library from 5:456:45 p.m. For more information call 361-2438684 or 361-243-1141

Family Storytime

Every Tuesday from 10 - 11 a.m. the Cuero Municipal Library has Family Storytime. This engaging program features crafts, snacks, stories, and fun activities tailored for children aged 0-5.

DeWitt County Shutterbugs

Do you love photography? Do you want to learn more, be inspired, challenged? Do you want to get together with other creative photographers? If so, please join us at a Shutterbugs meeting. Meetings are held on every third Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. at the Cuero Public Library in Cuero, 207 E. Main St. All ages and levels are welcome. For any questions, please email dcshutterbugs@yahoo. com.

Grief Share

Grief Share Sessions will once again be offered here in Yorktown at the First Baptist Church Fellowship Hall, 401 E Main St.Tuesdays at 6 p.m. If you have any questions please feel free to call either Valda Lamprecht at (361)6497812 or Rosa Serrano at (361)564-8208.

Senior Coffee Hour & Social

Wednesdays at 10 a.m., the American Legion No. 3 will host a Veterans and Seniors Coffee Hour and Social. 310 S. Esplanade. For more information, call 361-275-6334 or 775304-7802.

Bible Study

Come hear Steve Egan, Evangelist for the Cuero Church of Christ, teaching on the 15 historical periods of the Bible, each Wednesday at 7 p.m., 1100 E. McArthur. For more information call 714-292-3352.

Turner Hall Bingo

Turner hall will host Bingo every Thursday at 7:30p.m. Turner Hall is located at 5245 State Highway 111 West. For more information, call 361-293-5576.

Cuero VFW Bingo

Cuero VFW Post 3972 has resumed weekly games of Bingo at the Post Home. Games will begin at 7:30 p.m. Proceeds of these games benefit local charities, youth, and veterans in need. Doors open at 6:30 p.m.

Child Find Evaluations School Districts must ensure that a Free and Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) is provided for children who are identified as needing special education and related services. Child Find is a process to identify, locate and evaluate individuals from birth to 21 years of age who may need special education and related services. Evaluations for Cuero, Meyersville, Nursery and Westhoff ISD are available through Child Find. Early childhood intervention programs serve children with developmental delays and their families. Eligibility is determined through a team assessment by program staff. Please call Crystal Hamilton at 361-275-1903 to schedule an appointment.

Child Screening Services

Residents of Yorktown, are you aware of a child with problems walking, seeing, moving or thinking? Free screening services are available for children from birth through five years of age. Call 361-564-2252 ext. 3002 for an appointment. Screening will be held at Yorktown Elementary School.

Genealogy Library

The Cuero Heritage Museum at 124 E. Church Street, houses the library genealogy section. The museum now has a searchable genealogy database with 480 books. Check it out at https://chmgenealogy. libib.com/ If you are interested in donating to this collection call 361485-8090.

Explore Your Family History

Cuero Municipal Library provides free access to Ancestry.com when connected to the library’s internet. Valuable service is made available through a partnership with the DeWitt County Historical Commission. Explore your family history at the library. Link: https://ancestrylibrary. proquest. co/aleweb/ale/do/login

Lean On Me Organization

God calls us to serve those in need. If you are available to help serve families during times of bereavement, Call Isabel Patton at 361-564-7868.

Meals on Wheels Volunteers Needed

Volunteers are needed to help deliver meals in the central DeWitt County area for Meals on Wheels South Texas. Meals are delivered once a week on Wednesdays from about 11 a.m. to noon. If you are interested in volunteering you can go to mowstx.org or email volunteer@mowstx. org.

eadings: Sunday - Matthew 5:43-48 Monday - Proverbs 20:22 Tuesday - Luke 6:35-38 Wednesday - Romans 12:17-20 Thursday - Isaiah 30:21 Friday - Psalm 37:23-24 Saturday -John 15:5-8

Standout achievement came from Mia Salazar, who secured a 3rd place bronze medal finish in girls singles at the varsity level. Her determination and competitiveness on the court highlighted her growth as a player as well as the hard work she has put into her training.

In the Junior Varsity category, Cuero's talent continued to shine with impressive performances. Maria Gonzales clinched a silver medal in girls singles, demonstrating her remarkable potential as an emerging star. Meanwhile, teammates Shauna Root and the doubles team of Emma Helfer and Kadence Courtney both secured bronze medals in their respective events. The rising stars of Cuero are ready to make their mark at the next level.

Coach Edgar Vander Stucken praised his team's achievements, emphasizing the significance of this year's results. 'We had some excellent individual victories,' he said. 'While five medalists may not seem like a lot, it's the most medals at a district championship tournament for Cuero in many, many years. Every player that medalled will be coming back next year, which is what excites me the most.'

These five outstanding medalists not only contribute to the legacy of Cuero's tennis program but also lay a solid foundation for the upcoming seasons. Coach Vander Stucken believes in the potential for growth among his players, stating, 'We have a lot of room for growth, and that is the exciting part. When you can look to the future and know you will be gaining skills and confidence in your game.'

With the District Championships behind them, the next generation of Cuero tennis players wasted no time getting back to work. On April 1, they took to the practice courts, eager to refine their skills and prepare for future competitions. The schedule ahead is packed, with two Cuero tournaments slated for April 11 and April 25. Additionally, the Cuero team will host the Victoria-Area Junior High District Championships on May 2.

In February, the Trump administration waived more than two dozen environmental laws in order to clear the way for a 150-mile-long wall through West Texas, including Big Bend and the adjoining state park. Opposition quickly arose from people and politicians from both parties.

The sheriffs of Brewster, Culberson, Hudspeth, Presidio and Terrell counties — a mix of Democrats and Republicans — wrote an open letter that said: “Based on decades of combined experience working with this terrain, we believe that construction of a continuous physical border wall in the Big Bend region would not represent the most practical or strategic approach to border security in this area.”

Now, a map on the U.S. Customs and Border Protection website no longer indicates plans to construct a physical wall in the Big Bend region. It is unclear if those plans are final, since the map has been changed several times in the past few weeks.

The rugged area historically has been the least-busy of the nine Border Patrol sectors, accounting for just 1.3% of the 237,538 apprehensions recorded along the entire U.S.-Mexico border during the last fiscal year.

State on trial for un-airconditioned prisons

The state of Texas is now on trial in an Austin federal court to determine whether it must provide air-conditioning in state prisons, kut.org reported. Inmates and their attorneys have argued for decades that summer conditions — where temperatures can reach 110 degrees — constitute cruel and unusual punishment.

“The Constitution requires living conditions that are not exposing individuals to high heat levels, and the evidence has consistently shown that what TDCJ has done as an alternative has just not been effective,” attorney Brandon Duke said. “It’s not a solution.”

The state counters that it is bringing more AC online at its prisons. Plaintiff attorneys say at least five inmates have died in Texas from heat-related illness since 2023.

The Texas Department of Criminal Justice says it would cost $1.5 billion to install air-conditioning systems at all its prisons, and that state lawmakers must approve the funding.

U.S. District Judge Robert Pittman is expected to rule from the bench after the trial concludes.

Camp Mystic files application to reopen this summer Camp Mystic has filed an application with the state to reopen this summer, the Houston Chronicle reported. More than two dozen children and two camp counselors were killed in the July 4 flash floods that swept the camp. The Texas Department of State Health Services, which oversees camp licensing, said it has received complaints about the camp and that it will be “investigated for violations of the laws and rules governing youth camps.”

DSHS has been sued by the parents of nine victims who contend the camp was wrongfully licensed just two days before the disaster last summer, even though it lacked an evacuation plan. In a separate case, a Travis County judge has ordered Camp Mystic to preserve for future examination the cabins and grounds damaged in the floods.

Camp leaders are asking for permission to open its Cypress Lake campus, which they said is “in compliance with all aspects of the state’s new camp safety laws and has implemented additional safety measures that exceed the requirements of those laws.”

Texas public school teacher pay drops

A new report from the University of Houston Education Research Center indicates average pay for Texas public school teachers has dropped about $5,000 over the past decade, the Chronicle reported. The decrease comes even as the cost of living has increased during that time span.

“When we look at those regional differences, there are some increases across the state, but really what we’re seeing is that average teacher salaries haven't kept up with inflation,” said Toni Templeton, the Education Research Center's senior research scientist.

Average base pay for the state’s most experienced teachers, those with 11 or more years of experience, has declined from about $73,000 to about $66,000 in 2024-25, according to the report.

The Texas Legislature approved pay increases based on teachers’ years of experience, and those raises could show up in future studies.

SpaceX planning what could be biggest-ever IPO

Elon Musk’s SpaceX is confidentially planning to sell shares to the public in what could be the largest initial public offering in history, the Austin American-Statesman reported. It has filed paperwork with the Securities and Exchange Commission that indicates it could raise as much as $75 billion in an IPO by July.

The confidential filing allows companies to get feedback from regulators without revealing information to competitors. However, Space X will have to release a public filing at least 15 days before its IPO “road show,” when it presents its financial plan to potential underwriters and institutional investors.

SpaceX has become the world’s leading commercial rocket launch company. Over the past five years, it has secured $6 billion in contracts from the federal government.

TDI helps stop $400 million Medicare scheme

A Texas Department of Insurance investigator and crime analyst played a key role in arresting a Russian national who submitted $400 million in fake Medicare claims. Nikolai Buzolin established a durable medical equipment company in Houston in 2025. He is charged with stealing patients’ and doctors’ identities to submit fraudulent claims to Medicare Part C.

“A few of the patients checked their explanation of benefits and noticed that they were getting medical equipment that they didn't need. And it was coming from doctors they’d never met,” said TDI Fraud Unit investigator Sgt. Kevin Mannion.

FBI agents arrested Buzolin as he was boarding a plane in Los Angeles to Russia. He faces up to 20 years in prison if found guilty.

“TDI works with federal, state, and local partners to follow cases wherever they go, whether it's California or right here in Texas,” said Mannion. “We track them down, we shut them down, and we help dismantle these criminal activities.”

Gary Borders is a veteran award-winning Texas journalist. He published a number of community newspapers in Texas during a 30year span, including in Longview, Fort Stockton, Nacogdoches, Lufkin and Cedar Park. Email: g b o rd e rs@ texa s press.com.

The excitement of the game reached its peak in the bottom of the ninth inning, with the score tied at 6-6. The Cuero Gobblers executed a brilliant play when Walker Dietze, hit a fielder's choice to the Navarro first baseman, who attempted an unsuccessful throw home, that allowed the winning run to cross the plate. Cuero fans erupted in celebration and the team rallied around Dietze as they pulled out the district win 7-6.

Navarro took an early lead, with a couple of singles to left field that brought home an early run in the first inning. Cuero quickly responded, with Lincoln Orosco scoring on a wild pitch and then a sacrifice fly by Christian Ferrier, allowing his brother Collin to score. which gave them a brief 2-1 advantage.

However, it didn't stop there. Navarro pushed hard to gain momentum, capitalizing on a couple of errors and stringing hits together to score 4 runs in the second inning, extending their lead to 5-2. The tension escalated following another run scored in the third, putting Cuero down 2-6 heading into the bottom of the fourth. The Gobblers Jossiah Taylor singled on a line drive to right which allowed Dietze to score bringing the Gobblers to within 3 runs.

Cuero held the Panthers in the fifth and mounted an impressive comeback in the bottom of the inning. A dropped third strike allowed the Gobblers to capitalize on Navarro’s mistake, with Dietze and Taylor each delivering singles that tied the game at 6-6, setting the stage for an exciting finish.

On the mound, to start off the final innings for Cuero was Will Scott, who ultimately earned the win. With both teams going back and forth with a couple of quick innings, the 9th finally brought the game to a close. Navarro was unable to put anyone on base with two fly balls and one ground out to start the 9th inning. It was the Gobblers who were able to capitalize with the fielder’s choice by Dietze to bring home the winning run, and ultimately win the district match up 7-6.

The Gobblers are now 4-1 in District play and will head to San Antonio to take on Memorial on Tuesday, April 7 before heading to Gonzales on Friday, April 10.

The hospital began operating the Kenedy clinic in 2013 after acquiring it from local physicians, with the goal of maintaining access to healthcare services for the Kenedy community. Although the clinic is located outside of the hospital’s tax district, Cuero Regional Hospital has continued to support its operations for more than a decade. This decision allows us to more responsibly align our resources to support the communities within our hospital district and ensure long-term access to care.

Hospital leadership shared that a combination of declining reimbursement rates and the continued difficulty in recruiting a dedicated provider has made it increasingly challenging to sustain clinic operations. Since January 2025, the clinic has been operating at a financial loss, placing added strain on hospital resources.

“This decision was not made lightly,” hospital officials stated. “We are proud of the care that has been provided in Kenedy over the years and are grateful for the trust the community has placed in us.”

Patients currently receiving care at the Kenedy clinic will continue to have access to services within the Cuero Health system. Care will be transitioned to providers across the organization’s four clinic locations, with staff available to assist patients in selecting a provider and scheduling appointments.

Our obstetric (OB) patients may continue their care with their current provider, Dr. Harvey in Cuero, at Parkside Family Clinic. Other obstetric providers include Dr. Lemley at Yorktown Medical Clinic or Cuero Medical Clinic, and Dr. Watts-Powell at Parkside Family Clinic and Goliad Family Practice.

Hospital representatives emphasized their commitment to ensuring a smooth transition for patients and maintaining access to high-quality, compassionate care throughout the region.

Patients with questions or those needing assistance with scheduling are encouraged to contact any of the Cuero Health clinics: Cuero Medical Clinic 361-275-3466, Parkside Family Clinic 361-275-2800, Yorktown Medical Clinic 361-564-9230 or Goliad Family Practice 361-645-8235.

Organized by the Friends of the Lavaca River group in partnership with the Lavaca- Navidad River Authority (LNRA), the City of Hallettsville, and Lavaca County, the event was hailed as a success by coordinator Mieko Mahi, who also serves as president of the Hallet Oak Foundation’s environmental initiative.

Volunteers gathered at 8 a.m. at Hallet Oak Gallery for check-in, where they received supplies and attended a safety briefing led by Chad Kinsfather, director of environmental services for LNRA. Participants then split into teams and headed to two cleanup sites: the County Road 1 Poor Farm Bridge and the Highway 77/90 Bridge.

The clean-up began at 9 a.m., with teams working efficiently along the Lavaca River. In just 45 minutes, volunteers collected debris before regrouping for a commemorative photo at 10 a.m.

“This event shows what a community can accomplish together in a short amount of time,” said Mahi. “It’s not just about picking up trash—it’s about building awareness and encouraging everyone to help keep our river clean.”

Darrell Wachel, a volunteer, explained, “Among the more unusual items recovered were a cast iron stove with a frying pan, a dog igloo, and a full can of hairspray.” Chad Kinsfather of LNRA noted, “Overall trash levels were lower than in previous years, with most debris consisting of common litter such as cigarette packs, Styrofoam cups, and beverage containers—an encouraging sign of growing environmental awareness.”

Participating groups included members of the Friends of the Lavaca River, staff and families from LNRA, and numerous local volunteers.

The event was made possible through the support of community partners and sponsors, including Inteplast Group, LNRA, the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), the City of Hallettsville, and local leaders and residents. Special thanks were extended to R.L. Bordovsky of Town & Country, Julie and John Martisek, and H-E-B for providing bottled water and Gatorade, as well as Tx-DOT for supplying safety vests.

Media and outreach partners—including Crossroads Today (KAVU-TV Channel 25), Hallettsville Tribune-Herald, De-Witt County Today, Schulenburg Sticker, Newsbreak, and local social media platforms such as Hallet Oak Gallery and the Hallettsville Chamber of Commerce—also played a key role in promoting the event.

Mahi emphasized that the clean-up represents more than a single day of service. “Real change happens through everyday actions,” she said. “Small efforts—like picking up litter or setting an example— create a ripple effect that leads to lasting impact.”

Community members are encouraged to get involved year-round through environmental stewardship and conservation efforts, including opportunities like becoming a Lavaca County Environmental Conservation Ranger.

The Friends of the Lavaca River group invites volunteers and spectators to join next year’s event. Participants can meet at 8 a.m. at Hallet Oak Gallery or head directly to one of the bridge sites at 9 a.m. Volunteers are encouraged to wear rubber boots, long sleeves, sunscreen, hats, sunglasses, and bug spray.

“Every volunteer, sponsor, and supporter helped make this day possible,” Mahi said. “We are truly grateful for a community that cares so deeply about protecting the Lavaca River.”

DeWitt/LaVaca County Democratic Women The group will hold its monthly meeting on Tuesday, April 7, at its new headquarters in Cuero at 210 N. Esplanade next to Rosie’s Mexican restaurant in Cuero. The meet and greet starts at 5 p.m., and the meeting begins at 5:30 p.m. This is a change in day and time to accommodate those who have asked for a better time for working people. All are invited. The organization also invites area men to join the group and participate in all activities. The headquarters is open Monday thru Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come celebrate Democrats’ past and future successes. For more information contact dewittlavacadems@ gmail.com

Freemasons Offer Scholarships Yorktown and Nordheim 2026 graduating seniors planning to attend technical school or college are invited to apply for a scholarship from Yorktown’s Cameron Masonic Lodge. Education is a key factor in the future success of not only our community but the country as a whole. The Freemasons are pleased to be able to offer further educational assistance through the scholarship program. The deadline for applying is noon on Thursday, April 9. Students should contact

GOD first...Heavenly Father, we are always amazed in the things You provide in so many wonderous ways. Our lives take so many turns and yet You are there when we think there is no alternative. As we strengthen our resolve to better serve You, help us when we look at the needs of those around us. We pray in the name of Jesus Christ, Amen. In your prayers, include in your hearts those who are grieving, ill, suffering, or are in harm’s way.

Humor Time: Identical twins went into a bar and laughed as one of the barflies started to gawk at them. One of the twins said, 'Don't worry, the booze hasn't affected you, we're twins.' The drunk said, 'All four of you?'

A married couple were visiting zoo where the animals were kept in compounds instead of cages. Unfortunately, the wife leaned too far over the rail into the compound of the giant male gorilla. As the gorilla was carrying her off, the wife cried, 'What should I do?' The husband said, 'Do what you do at home. Tell him you have a headache!'

Nordheim Historical Museum Market Days on April 25, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Nordheim Historical Museum on Broadway Street. Concessions are available by contacting Bettie Sthehling at 361-550-2612. While shopping you can also enjoy to the music by Nathan Colt Young from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Karaoke contest from 2 to 4 p.m. with a $10 entrance fee. $50 Prize for the winner. For more information contact Bernadette at 830-583-5315. The evening will close out with the music provided by Vicki Cross.

Well, it sure looks like rain is about to fall. How much? Nobody knows and certainly not the weather men on TV. Some of the bad stuff already went past San Antonio and well into the next state east. The Easter Egg Hunt went fairly well, considering it had to be moved to the Shooting Club Hall because of the threat of rain for this past Saturday. And the Sunrise Services were moved from the park to the inside of the church. I am writing this on Thursday, April 2, so we will see if all this really happens. If it all happens as the TV weather people predicted, then that's the way it happened. I'm praying for rain and if my prayer is answered, then it will be an Easter Blessing beyond our expectations. The Lord has different places of blessings to perform and many prayers to answer. Did you pray for rain?

History 25 years ago......April 5, 2001 Heard a rumor that there are some people taking interest in running for the office of Nordheim City Council. It's good to see that there are people in the community that are concerned enough to run for offices available. Larry Hale and Larry Baucum are not running for the office they have held which expires this year. There are no contested races at this time. Vance Frosch is Mayor Pro Tem and has applied for the office of Mayor of Nordheim. Tim Osterloh is going to fill out Vance Frosch's term and Kay Voight and Howard Ann Baumann are filling in for Larry’s terms of office on the City Council. Other members of the City Council are Rena Garcia and Patricia Garcia. We wish them all good luck.

Humor Time: A pastor told his congregation, 'Next week I plan to preach about the sin of lying. To help you understand my sermon. I want you all to read Mark 17.' The following Sunday, as he prepared to deliver his sermon, the pastor asked for a show of hands. He wanted to know how many had read Mark 17. Every hand went up. The Pastor smiled and said, 'Mark has only sixteen chapters. I will now proceed with my sermon on the sin of lying.'

My sweet Marry Louise who passed away two years ago, clipped all my articles from the Yorktown News from January 2001 in scrap books that I am taking articles from each week. Some of the jokes are old and some had been forgotten. I hope you all will enjoy going back 25 years as some are interesting and bring back many memories to share in reading. See you all next week.

The Nordheim Shooting Club May Feast will be coming up soon, and I would like to let everyone know of one major change. The Sunday Meal on May 17 will be served for lunch instead of an evening meal as in the past years. We will be serving from 11:30 a.m. 2 p.m., and the meal will consist of BBQ Pork with all the trimmings. Plates are $15 each and will be in dine-in or carry-out. Cash or checks only. Watch for more details about the Feast Weekend of May 15 to 17. Truck and Tractor Pulls, Chili/ BBQ Cookoff, Craft Booths, Hamburgers, Cold Drinks, Saturday night dance by Nathan Colt Young, Homemade ice cream and much more.

KCB President Sara Meyer told the court that the organization found the county to be somewhere between slightly littered and littered during the group’s February 2026 inspection.

“The overall score for the entire community this year is 2.5, which is better than in 2025,” Meyer said.

There are four possible assessments available, Meyer said. A score of 1 means no litter, 2 is slightly littered by less than 10 pieces, 3 is 10 to 20 pieces of litter and 4 is extremely littered with more than 20.

“The edges of town along major thoroughfares coming into town need greater attention — Hwy. 72, FM 1447, FM 766, Hwy. 183 N & S and Hwy 87S. The City of Cuero continues its work to eliminate the blight in several of our residential areas.”

Meyer said that the county government’s campuses and commission yards scored a 1.

“KCB commends De-Witt County for its diligence in keeping its properties clean, particularly since much of the litter blows onto the properties from the highway or retail businesses adjacent to the properties,” Meyer said. “We appreciate the attention of your staff helping to make Cuero a cleaner, greener community.”

The group inspected commercial and retail properties along the highways, schools, city and county government properties, medical locations and neighborhoods.

“These areas were broad and while parts were well-kept, we had to factor in the areas that were not only littered but creating litter for their neighbors,” Meyer said.

KCB, which is an affiliate of Keep America Beautiful, uses that group’s guidelines for its inspections. Litter is defined as plastic bottles, aluminum cans, plastic bags, cigarette butts, paper, candy wrappers, Styrofoam containers and cardboard boxes.

Assistant Superintendent Kim Fleener reportedly is standing in for Dyer in the meantime.

The Bullard ISD Board of Trustees named Dyer as the lone finalist to head that school district in East Texas during a Feb. 24 meeting. BISD officials said in a press release they expected him to take over after the state mandatory 21day waiting period.

Cuero ISD held a reception thanking Dyer for his “dedication and service to the school district and the community” and “to wish him the very best” on March 24.

Dyer, who said he planned to immediately begin work in Bullard, told the Cuero Record last week that he and his wife Jamie, who also was employed by CISD, were looking forward to returning to his East Texas roots.

“I have always planned to return to East Texas at some point,” said Dyer, who noted he had lived and worked in several areas in Texas during his career.

Dyer joined CISD in 2017, and he earned the Education Service Center Region 3 Superintendent of the Year award during that time, according to his biography released by BISD. Under his leadership, Cuero ISD received its first Texas Education Agency “A” rating in the district's history. Additionally, Cuero created the most Career and Technical Education programs of study of any district in the region and consistently earned one of the highest Career, College, and Military Readiness ratings in the region and the state.

Before Cuero ISD, he served as superintendent in Lovelady ISD for seven years. While at Lovelady, the district was one of only two in the region to receive an 'Exemplary' rating. From 2001 to 2010, Dr. Dyer held various roles, including teacher, coach, assistant principal, principal, and DAEP director in Kirbyville, Trinity, Kennard, and Huntington.

Dyer attended Kilgore College before ultimately earning a bachelor’s degree from Kansas Wesleyan University. He went on to earn both his master’s and doctorate degrees from Stephen F. Austin State University.