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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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STOLEN TRUCK RECOVERED; SUSPECT ARRESTED
On April 3rd, 2025, at approximately 11:57 a.m. the Del Rio Police Department responded to the 1300 block of East Gibbs regarding a stolen vehicle. The victim reported his 2002 Chevrolet truck had been stolen from the location while he was inside the store.

Connect Del Rio
Apr 14, 20251 min read


Community Rocks Out at Yukfest 15!
On Saturday, April 12, 2025, the Casa De La Cultura hosted the 15th annual Yukfest music festival. Bands, vendors, and fans alike joined in to make a memorable night for all ages.

Paul Hackemesser
Apr 14, 20251 min read


Low Lake Levels Reduce Amistad Dam Flood Release Risk for 2025
With hurricane season approaching, annual flood warning notices have been circulated. The IBWC (International Boundary and Water Commission)

Stevie Quilo
Apr 14, 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 DΓ©cor 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


Whitehead Memorial Museum holds 24th Annual Cajun Fest
On Saturday night, April 5, 2025, the Whitehead Memorial Museum hosted the 24th annual Cajun Fest Fundraiser.

Paul Hackemesser
Apr 9, 20251 min read


CRIME BLOTTER: 3/23/25 - 4/2/25
Crime Blotter - 03/16/2025 - 03/22/2025

Connect Del Rio
Apr 9, 20254 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


Whitehead Museum Issues "Call to Action"
A beloved landmark and invaluable community resource, the Whitehead Memorial Museum, has issued a call to action.

Stevie Quilo
Apr 9, 20253 min read
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