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City Manager Proposes Budget Without Layoffs After Month of Pushback; Funding Cuts Planned Elsewhere
For more than a month, city employees have been waiting and wondering if they are one of the 22 full-time employees and 4 part-time employees slated for layoffs. Pushback from City staff and the City Council has pressured City Manager Shawna Burkhart to create a version of the budget without layoffs.
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Port of Del Rio Extending Hours for Cargo Traffic
The International Trade Community came together for a special meeting on Wednesday July 23 in Del Rio. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officials from the Del Rio Port of Entry (POE) announced upcoming changes in operating hours for cargo imports and exports across the international bridge. An hour or two will be added onto the evening service for export and import processing at the in Del Rio/Ciudad Acuña Port of Entry.

Stevie Quilo
Jul 25, 20252 min read


Airport Commission Meeting Discloses New Details About Airline Recruitment
The Del Rio International Airport Commission and The City of Del Rio are in active discussions with two distinct regional airlines to restore commercial flights. The identified airlines operate regional jets (ERJ-145s or CRJs) and offer essential interline agreements with major carriers, like United and American Airlines. The Airport Commission convened on May 19, 2025, presenting a clear and detailed picture of the proactive efforts and progress made over the last 2 years si

Stevie Quilo
May 25, 20255 min read


Tesla Building EV Supercharger Station off Bedell Avenue
Del Rio’s first Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station is under construction on the far side of Rudy's Country Store and Barbecue parking lot. Across from Walmart, off Bedell Avenue, there are 8 Tesla Gen-4 Superchargers. The onsite installation team confirmed the 8 supercharger stalls should be fully operational in 2-3 weeks.

Stevie Quilo
Apr 28, 20253 min read


Washington D.C. Advocacy Trip Gains Federal Support for Del Rio
The City of Del Rio visited Washington D.C. for an advocacy trip last week, regarding “key projects that will shape our community’s future.”

Stevie Quilo
Mar 16, 20254 min read


Visitor "Favorite Places" Ranked by Chamber’s New Artificial Intelligence Software
“Top 5 Lists” have been identified by AI for the following categories: Del Rio Visitor’s Most Frequented Hotel Chains, Dine-In Franchises,

Stevie Quilo
Mar 11, 20254 min read


Del Rio to Hire New City Planner, EDC Director, and Other Essential Staff in Preparation for Projected Population Growth and Emergency Infrastructure Projects
The near future will bring significant economic development and population growth to the City of Del Rio.

Stevie Quilo
Feb 25, 20254 min read


Funding for Water and Wastewater Projects Explained at Special City Council Meeting
Amid the startup of numerous high-cost infrastructure projects, City Manager Shawna Burkhart called a special city council meeting...

Stevie Quilo
Feb 20, 20256 min read


Red Roof Inn Del Rio Opens After Lengthy Renovation
Red Roof Inn, an award winning leader in the lodging industry, has announced the opening of the Red Roof Inn Del Rio...

Alondra Sanchez
Feb 7, 20252 min read


Starbucks Remodel and Temporary Closure to Begin This Weekend
The Del Rio Starbucks located on the corner of Veterans and Chevrolet will be temporarily closed beginning Sunday, October 6, 2024 as the es

Alondra Sanchez
Oct 3, 20241 min read
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