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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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Experience Agriculture this Summer with Horses, Goats, and Doug the Donkey: ‘Miner Farms’ Offers Camps for Kids and Teens
Located just half-a-mile away from the Whitehead Museum down Alderete Lane is Miner Farms, also known as 14 Hand Ranch for its additional rearing of horses on the same 1.5 acre plot of land. Owned and operated by Christine Miner, who has a degree in agriculture education, Miner Farms has gained a reputation for providing supervised agricultural experiences to young Del Rioans by sponsoring the Agriculture Club of Del Rio High School and hosting regular events that welcome fam

Eddie Martinez
May 25, 20253 min read


Southwest Water Coalition to hold Major San Felipe Creek Cleanup
Volunteers from the Southwest Water Coalition are hosting a major San Felipe Creek Cleanup on May 24, and everyone in the community is encouraged to participate. The San Felipe Creek is a cherished community resource, the lifeblood of Del Rio. Sadly, it is suffering. Creek conditions are so severe that the Southwest Water Coalition has teamed up with Keep Texas Beautiful, Trash Free Gulf, and Texas Litter Database to conduct a systematic litter survey of the area.

Stevie Quilo
May 12, 20253 min read


San Antonio’s Fiesta Flambeau Parade Featured Del Rio Royalty
9 pageant queens from Del Rio joined the most extravagant part of San Antonio’s multi-day Fiesta festival by appearing in the Flambeau Parade this year, which is known as the largest illuminated night parade in America. The local queens who appeared in the parade are crowned by the Brown Plaza Association, creating a lineup of celebration-themed titles, including Miss Fiesta and Miss Cinco de Mayo, and range from ages 6 to 20 years old. Riding atop a vibrant float designed to

Eddie Martinez
May 12, 20253 min read


Bike Del Rio Launches Bike Donation Program
Addressing a critical transportation gap in Del Rio, Bike Del Rio has launched a vital Bike Donation Program to provide bicycles to community members facing financial hardship. Bike Del Rio, a ragtag team of passionate volunteers dedicated to promoting cycling for fun, fitness, and community wellness, is expanding its impact with a new mission focused on service. Over the last 2 years, they have cultivated a thriving cycling culture in Del Rio, supported local wellness nonpro

Stevie Quilo
May 2, 20255 min read


VVRMC Memorializes Late Mental Health Program Director
At the center of Val Verde Regional Medical Center, you’ll find an outdoor courtyard known as the Tranquility Garden. With a large, senior tree giving ample shade and wind chimes ringing in the breeze, it’s a place designed to help hospital visitors find a moment of peace.

Eddie Martinez
Apr 30, 20253 min read


Val Verde County Branch Library Opens In East San Felipe
On Tuesday, April 15, Val Verde County Branch Library opened its doors with a ribbon cutting ceremony to the reveling of many in attendance

Eddie Martinez
Apr 23, 20252 min read


Comstock Panthers Continue Their Winning Streak!
The Comstock Panthers continued their impressive season with a strong showing at the Area Track Meet held in McMullen County, securing multiple spots at the upcoming Regional Meet in Seguin.

Paul Hackemesser
Apr 15, 20252 min read


Guatemala Consul Castillo Receives Promotion, Awards, and Fond Farewell
Mr. Randy Estuardo Castillo Tocay, Consul of Guatemala in Del Rio, has called Del Rio home for 5 years. Henceforth he will be known as General Consul, but his promotion comes with a difficult goodbye.

Stevie Quilo
Apr 15, 20253 min read


45th Annual Miss Val Verde Pageant Crowns New Royalty!
Saturday, April 7, 2025, the Miss Val Verde Pageant System held its 45th annual Miss Val Verde Pageant at the Del Rio Civic Center.

Paul Hackemesser
Apr 13, 20252 min read


Local Event Business, Beyond the Decor, Expands Showroom with New Location
Beyond the Décor has grown from small town balloon garlands to high quality service in 6 short years since their modest beginning.

Stevie Quilo
Apr 13, 20254 min read


Mexican AND Vegan? Author and Chef Promotes New Cookbook to Fans at Home
Ramirez has authored a cookbook, Comida Casera, that features over 100 vegan versions of Mexican dishes.

Eddie Martinez
Apr 11, 20253 min read


April's First Friday Art Walk "Place of Water" by Gage Brown
On April 4, 2025, the Casa De La Cultura held their First Friday Art Walk featuring Place of Water by artist Gage Brown. The event also feat

Paul Hackemesser
Apr 9, 20252 min read
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