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Yorktown
Three seats available in May 12 city council election
(Posted Wed 04:22 pm)
Feb. 4 is the first day to register for the city council election on May 12.
The council members whose seats are up for election are Manuel Serrano, Ruben B. B. Garcia and Fraces Villa.
The deadline to register is March 5.
(Posted Wed 04:22 pm)
Feb. 4 is the first day to register for the city council election on May 12.
The council members whose seats are up for election are Manuel Serrano, Ruben B. B. Garcia and Fraces Villa.
The deadline to register is March 5.
Minister trying to raise diabetes awareness
by ELIZABETH RODRIGUEZ, Yorktown News-View
(Posted Wed 03:19 pm)
When the Rev. Pete Guajardo came to Primera Iglesia Bautista in October 2011, he knew big changes were in store. One important priority was bringing diabetes education classes to the area.
Guajardo said he learned about the classes being offered in Cuero and Yoakum, and then arranged to have them offered in Yorktown by a grant from TMF Health Quality Institute. Classes are led by Hilda Ramirez, RN, CDE of Texas Home Health.
“Diabetes, mainly type 2 diabetes, is a big problem within our Hispanic culture, especially around here in South Texas,” Guajardo said.
Sandi English, PhD, More...
by ELIZABETH RODRIGUEZ, Yorktown News-View
(Posted Wed 03:19 pm)
When the Rev. Pete Guajardo came to Primera Iglesia Bautista in October 2011, he knew big changes were in store. One important priority was bringing diabetes education classes to the area.Guajardo said he learned about the classes being offered in Cuero and Yoakum, and then arranged to have them offered in Yorktown by a grant from TMF Health Quality Institute. Classes are led by Hilda Ramirez, RN, CDE of Texas Home Health.
“Diabetes, mainly type 2 diabetes, is a big problem within our Hispanic culture, especially around here in South Texas,” Guajardo said.
Sandi English, PhD, More...
Shook debates current El Camino Real map
by PAM CULPEPPER, Yorktown News-View
(Posted Wed 03:16 pm)
Dr. Robert W. Shook, retired professor of history at Victoria College, has spent 10 years peering over maps and diaries that are centuries old. In the process, he made a discovery that will change current maps of the El Camino Real de las Tejas Historical Trail, provided the National Parks Service recognizes his findings.
At the request of local historian, Larry Butler, he presented his research to members of the Yorktown Historical Museum on Thursday, Jan. 19.
Dr. Shook said that the 2007 NPS map has a portion of the trail running from Puente del More...
by PAM CULPEPPER, Yorktown News-View
(Posted Wed 03:16 pm)
Dr. Robert W. Shook, retired professor of history at Victoria College, has spent 10 years peering over maps and diaries that are centuries old. In the process, he made a discovery that will change current maps of the El Camino Real de las Tejas Historical Trail, provided the National Parks Service recognizes his findings.At the request of local historian, Larry Butler, he presented his research to members of the Yorktown Historical Museum on Thursday, Jan. 19.
Dr. Shook said that the 2007 NPS map has a portion of the trail running from Puente del More...
Frels receives Lions Club honor
(Posted Wed 03:10 pm)
Dr. John Frels was presented a Melvin Jones Fellowship Award at the Yorktown Lions Club meeting on Jan. 17.
This award is one of the highest awards presented by Lions Club Internations.
Shown are from left, past district governer John Simpson, Dr. John Frels and Yorktown Lions Club president, Sherian Salge.
(Posted Wed 03:10 pm)
Dr. John Frels was presented a Melvin Jones Fellowship Award at the Yorktown Lions Club meeting on Jan. 17. This award is one of the highest awards presented by Lions Club Internations.
Shown are from left, past district governer John Simpson, Dr. John Frels and Yorktown Lions Club president, Sherian Salge.
YISD recognizes all who serve on school board
(Posted Wed 03:09 pm)
January 2012 is School Board Recognition Month and a good time to spotlight more than 7,300 men and women who serve our local schools and help promote public education.
The Yorktown ISD will join other districts across the state to celebrate the countless contributions of these dedicated community leaders.
“Local school board members work tirelessly and devote hundreds of hours to lead our students to success. Setting aside time in January is only a small way to celebrate their service to our community and students and say thank you for caring so much about More...
(Posted Wed 03:09 pm)
January 2012 is School Board Recognition Month and a good time to spotlight more than 7,300 men and women who serve our local schools and help promote public education. The Yorktown ISD will join other districts across the state to celebrate the countless contributions of these dedicated community leaders.
“Local school board members work tirelessly and devote hundreds of hours to lead our students to success. Setting aside time in January is only a small way to celebrate their service to our community and students and say thank you for caring so much about More...
Area restaurants welcome new business
by ELIZABETH RODRIGUEZ, Yorktown News-View
(Posted 1/17/2012 04:16 pm)
A sign outside the Wildcat Cafe owned by Laura Billings welcomes oilfield and pipeline employees. Laura Billings said she feels right at home with her new restaurant customers from the oil field. Her husband has been working in the business for seven years.
Billings said her customers feel the same way, “We’re on first name basis with most of them. They like the down home atmosphere, rather than the restaurant atmosphere because most of them are away from home,” Billings said.
Yorktown athletic paraphernalia, from Little League to high school events cover the walls of the restaurant. Vintage uniforms gathered from Billing’s family members are hung throughout the area, including a cheerleading More...
by ELIZABETH RODRIGUEZ, Yorktown News-View
(Posted 1/17/2012 04:16 pm)
A sign outside the Wildcat Cafe owned by Laura Billings welcomes oilfield and pipeline employees. Laura Billings said she feels right at home with her new restaurant customers from the oil field. Her husband has been working in the business for seven years.
Billings said her customers feel the same way, “We’re on first name basis with most of them. They like the down home atmosphere, rather than the restaurant atmosphere because most of them are away from home,” Billings said.
Yorktown athletic paraphernalia, from Little League to high school events cover the walls of the restaurant. Vintage uniforms gathered from Billing’s family members are hung throughout the area, including a cheerleading More...
Community helps woman reunite with dog
by MARI GOHLKE, Yorktown News-View
(Posted 1/17/2012 04:05 pm)
After an exhausting, 11-day search to find her lost dog, Hope Perez’s prayers were answered last week when she opened the door to her trailer house.
“I slept late that morning because I was up all night worrying. It was so quiet. Even my other dogs weren’t making much noise. I opened the door and Spook just ran in,” Perez recalled smiling, hugging the grey-colored Great Dane/Labrador mix sitting by her side.
“He was like Dorothy in ‘The Wizard of Oz’ when she came home after running away -- Spook just went right to sleep, he More...
by MARI GOHLKE, Yorktown News-View
(Posted 1/17/2012 04:05 pm)
After an exhausting, 11-day search to find her lost dog, Hope Perez’s prayers were answered last week when she opened the door to her trailer house.“I slept late that morning because I was up all night worrying. It was so quiet. Even my other dogs weren’t making much noise. I opened the door and Spook just ran in,” Perez recalled smiling, hugging the grey-colored Great Dane/Labrador mix sitting by her side.
“He was like Dorothy in ‘The Wizard of Oz’ when she came home after running away -- Spook just went right to sleep, he More...
Applause
Tam, Hinds to marry Feb. 18
(Posted Wed 03:14 pm)
Cynthia Tam and Matt L. Hinds announce their engagement and upcoming marriage on Feb. 18 at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Yorktown.
Cynthia is the daughter of Rose Marie Tam and the late Tony Tam of Yorktown and Matt is the son of Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Hinds of Victoria.
(Posted Wed 03:14 pm)
Cynthia Tam and Matt L. Hinds announce their engagement and upcoming marriage on Feb. 18 at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Yorktown. Cynthia is the daughter of Rose Marie Tam and the late Tony Tam of Yorktown and Matt is the son of Mr. and Mrs. W. M. Hinds of Victoria.
Roeder family welcomes son
(Posted 1/17/2012 03:29 pm)
Debbie and Don Roeder of Yorktown announce the arrival of their son, Carter Jackson Roeder. He was born on Dec. 16, 2011 at 7:54 a.m. at DeTar Hospital North in Victoria.
He weighed 6 pounds, 13 ounces and measured 19 inches in length.
His sister Kaitlyn Leigh Roeder welcomed him home.
His grandparents are Roman and Virgie Drabek of Schulenburg, and Eddie and Donna Roeder of Yorktown; his great-grandmother is Helen Crocker of Yorktown.
(Posted 1/17/2012 03:29 pm)
Debbie and Don Roeder of Yorktown announce the arrival of their son, Carter Jackson Roeder. He was born on Dec. 16, 2011 at 7:54 a.m. at DeTar Hospital North in Victoria.
He weighed 6 pounds, 13 ounces and measured 19 inches in length.
His sister Kaitlyn Leigh Roeder welcomed him home.
His grandparents are Roman and Virgie Drabek of Schulenburg, and Eddie and Donna Roeder of Yorktown; his great-grandmother is Helen Crocker of Yorktown.
Five generations
(Posted 1/4/2012 02:19 pm)
Five Generations of the Plasczyk family are shown. Front row from left, Sherry Oakes, daughter of Shirley, holding Craig’s son, Remington and Shirley Keseling. Back row from left, Edmond Plasczyk, Craig Oakes, son of Sherry, and Alice Plasczyk.
(Posted 1/4/2012 02:19 pm)
Five Generations of the Plasczyk family are shown. Front row from left, Sherry Oakes, daughter of Shirley, holding Craig’s son, Remington and Shirley Keseling. Back row from left, Edmond Plasczyk, Craig Oakes, son of Sherry, and Alice Plasczyk.
Briefly
News-View In Brief
(Posted 1/17/2012 03:25 pm)
Big Buck Awards Banquet set for Jan. 21
Western DeWitt Wildlife Management Association Annual Big Buck Contest Awards Banquet will be held Jan. 21 at the fire station in Yorktown.
Sign-in begins at 6 p.m. All big buck entries must have antlers present to receive awards.
Call Jeff Massey at 361-491-1402 or Don Roeder at 361-649-7111 for more information.
Soup ‘n’ Sides event set for Jan. 26
St. Paul Lutheran Church in Yorktown is having their annual Soup ‘n’ Sides event from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Jan. 26
Plates More...
(Posted 1/17/2012 03:25 pm)
Big Buck Awards Banquet set for Jan. 21
Western DeWitt Wildlife Management Association Annual Big Buck Contest Awards Banquet will be held Jan. 21 at the fire station in Yorktown.
Sign-in begins at 6 p.m. All big buck entries must have antlers present to receive awards.
Call Jeff Massey at 361-491-1402 or Don Roeder at 361-649-7111 for more information.
Soup ‘n’ Sides event set for Jan. 26
St. Paul Lutheran Church in Yorktown is having their annual Soup ‘n’ Sides event from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Jan. 26
Plates More...
Flu shots available Tuesday
(Posted 11/18/2011 12:37 pm)
Cuero DeWitt County Health Department will be at the Yorktown Fire Station administering flu vaccines Tuesday, Nov. 22 from 9 a.m. through noon.
Flu shots will be $20 for adults and $10 for children. Medicare and Medicaid will be accepted.
Call 361-275-0920 for more information.
(Posted 11/18/2011 12:37 pm)
Cuero DeWitt County Health Department will be at the Yorktown Fire Station administering flu vaccines Tuesday, Nov. 22 from 9 a.m. through noon.
Flu shots will be $20 for adults and $10 for children. Medicare and Medicaid will be accepted.
Call 361-275-0920 for more information.
Obituaries
Linda Joyce Barth
(Posted Wed 01:45 pm)
Linda Joyce Barth, a former editor of Houston House & Home Magazine and a joyful aesthete known for her discerning eye for design, architecture and fashion, died on Jan. 21, 2012, after a long battle with cancer, at the rural home of her cousins near Angleton.
Linda, who also worked in years past for an advertising agency in Denver and wrote for Houston’s city magazine, Houston Metropolitan, became editor of Houston House & Home in 2002. In the pages of the magazine each month, she introduced Houstonians to cutting-edge architects and designers and went inside some of the More...
(Posted Wed 01:45 pm)
Linda Joyce Barth, a former editor of Houston House & Home Magazine and a joyful aesthete known for her discerning eye for design, architecture and fashion, died on Jan. 21, 2012, after a long battle with cancer, at the rural home of her cousins near Angleton.Linda, who also worked in years past for an advertising agency in Denver and wrote for Houston’s city magazine, Houston Metropolitan, became editor of Houston House & Home in 2002. In the pages of the magazine each month, she introduced Houstonians to cutting-edge architects and designers and went inside some of the More...
Ysabel S. Alaniz
(Posted 1/19/2012 09:31 am)
Ysabel S. Alaniz, 66, of Yorktown passed away Tuesday Jan. 17, 2012.
He was born in Runge on May 28, 1945 to the late Isabel and Evangelina Sanchez Alaniz.
Survivors include brothers, Guadalupe Alaniz and Jose Alaniz; and sisters, Dora Moreno, Trinity Hackney, Maria Morin, Lydia Garcia, Sanjuanna Castenada and Susana Grimaldo.
Visitation will be held from 2-9 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 19, 2012 at Finch Funeral Chapel in Yorktown with Prayer Service at 7 p.m. Funeral Service will be held 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 20, 2012 at Finch Funeral Chapel in Yorktown. Interment will More...
(Posted 1/19/2012 09:31 am)
Ysabel S. Alaniz, 66, of Yorktown passed away Tuesday Jan. 17, 2012.
He was born in Runge on May 28, 1945 to the late Isabel and Evangelina Sanchez Alaniz.
Survivors include brothers, Guadalupe Alaniz and Jose Alaniz; and sisters, Dora Moreno, Trinity Hackney, Maria Morin, Lydia Garcia, Sanjuanna Castenada and Susana Grimaldo.
Visitation will be held from 2-9 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 19, 2012 at Finch Funeral Chapel in Yorktown with Prayer Service at 7 p.m. Funeral Service will be held 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 20, 2012 at Finch Funeral Chapel in Yorktown. Interment will More...
Max Ann Sinast Farlee
(Posted 1/17/2012 03:48 pm)
Max Ann Sinast Farlee, 78, of Lake Jackson, passed away Monday, Dec. 19, 2011, at Matagorda Regional Hospital in Bay City.
She was born on Oct. 22, 1933 in Yorktown to Max and Anna Katherine Sinast.
She was a member of Victory Fellowship Church. She enjoyed cross stitching, painting, and crafts. She loved to dance and sight seeing.
She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Alton Sinast, Gail Sinast and Busey Sinast; and sisters, Maurine Bluntzer, Mildred Woffard and Charlene Stroman; and first husband, Leroy Schroller.
She is survived by her loving husband More...
(Posted 1/17/2012 03:48 pm)
Max Ann Sinast Farlee, 78, of Lake Jackson, passed away Monday, Dec. 19, 2011, at Matagorda Regional Hospital in Bay City.She was born on Oct. 22, 1933 in Yorktown to Max and Anna Katherine Sinast.
She was a member of Victory Fellowship Church. She enjoyed cross stitching, painting, and crafts. She loved to dance and sight seeing.
She was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Alton Sinast, Gail Sinast and Busey Sinast; and sisters, Maurine Bluntzer, Mildred Woffard and Charlene Stroman; and first husband, Leroy Schroller.
She is survived by her loving husband More...
Josephine DeLeon Perez
(Posted 1/17/2012 03:46 pm)
Josephine DeLeon Perez, 91, of Houston, formerly of Yorktown, died Monday Jan. 9, 2012.
She was born June 20, 1920, in Westhoff to the late Felipe DeLeon and Felicitias Hernandez DeLeon.
She is survived by her children, Vera Botello, Blanche Perez, Alfred Perez Jr., Alcario Perez, Connie Gallarza, Susan Redmon, Carmen Perez, John Perez, Helen Troyer and Terry Perez, 28 grandchildren, 49 great-grandchildren and 5 great-great grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister Rafaela DeLeon, and brother Juan DeLeon of Victoria, Texas.
She is preceded in death by her husband Alfred Perez Sr.
More...
(Posted 1/17/2012 03:46 pm)
Josephine DeLeon Perez, 91, of Houston, formerly of Yorktown, died Monday Jan. 9, 2012. She was born June 20, 1920, in Westhoff to the late Felipe DeLeon and Felicitias Hernandez DeLeon.
She is survived by her children, Vera Botello, Blanche Perez, Alfred Perez Jr., Alcario Perez, Connie Gallarza, Susan Redmon, Carmen Perez, John Perez, Helen Troyer and Terry Perez, 28 grandchildren, 49 great-grandchildren and 5 great-great grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister Rafaela DeLeon, and brother Juan DeLeon of Victoria, Texas.
She is preceded in death by her husband Alfred Perez Sr.
Joe Baros Jr.
(Posted 1/17/2012 03:33 pm)
Joe Baros Jr., 77, of Yorktown passed away Friday, Jan. 13, 2012.
He was born Nov. 3, 1934 in Westhoff to the late Joe Baros Sr. and Frances Simecek Baros. He proudly served in the United States Army as a Specialist Fouth Class. He was honorably discharged in 1959. Joe was a retired office manager, he owned Joe’s Corner from 1978-1992. He loved to fish, play pool, and watch the Dallas Cowboys. He will greatly miss his breakfast and coffee buddies.
He is survived by his son Joe Baros III and wife Priscilla of Yorktown, daughter More...
(Posted 1/17/2012 03:33 pm)
Joe Baros Jr., 77, of Yorktown passed away Friday, Jan. 13, 2012. He was born Nov. 3, 1934 in Westhoff to the late Joe Baros Sr. and Frances Simecek Baros. He proudly served in the United States Army as a Specialist Fouth Class. He was honorably discharged in 1959. Joe was a retired office manager, he owned Joe’s Corner from 1978-1992. He loved to fish, play pool, and watch the Dallas Cowboys. He will greatly miss his breakfast and coffee buddies.
He is survived by his son Joe Baros III and wife Priscilla of Yorktown, daughter More...
Sheila Ann (Lindblom) Park
(Posted 1/10/2012 03:52 pm)
Sheila Ann (Lindblom) Park passed away on Dec. 16, 2011 in San Antonio. Sheila was adopted at birth by Dr. L. L. and Mrs. Esther (Wilson) Lindblom on Nov. 8, 1939 in Dallas.
Her father served as a naval officer during W.W.II and the family moved in with relatives who lived nearest his station. After the war, the Lindblom family moved to the San Antonio area.
Sheila graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in San Antonio where she was in All-State Choir and on the swimming team. During her high school years she was a soloist More...
(Posted 1/10/2012 03:52 pm)
Sheila Ann (Lindblom) Park passed away on Dec. 16, 2011 in San Antonio. Sheila was adopted at birth by Dr. L. L. and Mrs. Esther (Wilson) Lindblom on Nov. 8, 1939 in Dallas.
Her father served as a naval officer during W.W.II and the family moved in with relatives who lived nearest his station. After the war, the Lindblom family moved to the San Antonio area.
Sheila graduated from Thomas Jefferson High School in San Antonio where she was in All-State Choir and on the swimming team. During her high school years she was a soloist More...
Sports
Wildcats chosen for all-district honors
(Posted Wed 03:13 pm)
Several members of the 2011 Yorktown Wildcat football team were recently chosen for the District 15-1A Division 1, All-District Football Team.
First-team selections were: running back and defensive secondary, Rodryck Williams, senior and inside linebacker, Cody Lubyinesky, junior.
Second-team selections were: quarterback, Derek Franke, junior; running back, Cody Lubyinesky, junior; wide receiver, Dylan Martin, junior; offensive line and defensive tackle, Lane Strieber, junior; offensive line, Mason Black, senior; outside linebacker, Caleb Schendel, sophomore and defensive secondary, Kolbe Ybarra, senior.
Two athletes were also selected for the Victoria Advocate All-Area Team. They were Rodryck Williams, second More...
(Posted Wed 03:13 pm)
Several members of the 2011 Yorktown Wildcat football team were recently chosen for the District 15-1A Division 1, All-District Football Team.First-team selections were: running back and defensive secondary, Rodryck Williams, senior and inside linebacker, Cody Lubyinesky, junior.
Second-team selections were: quarterback, Derek Franke, junior; running back, Cody Lubyinesky, junior; wide receiver, Dylan Martin, junior; offensive line and defensive tackle, Lane Strieber, junior; offensive line, Mason Black, senior; outside linebacker, Caleb Schendel, sophomore and defensive secondary, Kolbe Ybarra, senior.
Two athletes were also selected for the Victoria Advocate All-Area Team. They were Rodryck Williams, second More...
Wildcats suffer first district loss
(Posted Wed 01:27 pm)
The Flatonia Bulldogs used five players scoring in double figures to hand the Yorktown Wildcats a 66-51 District 30-1A loss Tuesday night.
The Wildcats' record fell to 16-7 overall and 2-1 in district play while Flatonia improved to 14-13 and 3-1.
Jayden Barefield led Yorktown with 21 points.
The Wildcats return to district action Friday at Shiner.
Flatonia 66, Yorktown 51
Yorktown scorers: Williams 13, Ybarra 2, Stark 11, Barefield 21, Barth 4.
(Posted Wed 01:27 pm)
The Flatonia Bulldogs used five players scoring in double figures to hand the Yorktown Wildcats a 66-51 District 30-1A loss Tuesday night. The Wildcats' record fell to 16-7 overall and 2-1 in district play while Flatonia improved to 14-13 and 3-1.
Jayden Barefield led Yorktown with 21 points.
The Wildcats return to district action Friday at Shiner.
Flatonia 66, Yorktown 51
Yorktown scorers: Williams 13, Ybarra 2, Stark 11, Barefield 21, Barth 4.
Wildcats roll past Runge
(Posted 1/5/2012 12:46 pm)
Jayden Barefield scored 29 points and Rodryck Williams added 16 to lead the Yorktown Wildcats to a 62-47 non-district win over the Runge Yellowjackets on Tuesday.
The win improved the Wildcats to 13-6 on the season while Runge fell to 9-7.
Barefield made three 3-pointers while Williams made two.
Yorktown scorers: Williams 16, Ybarra 9, Metting 1, Martin 2, Barefield 29, Allman 3, Barth 2.
(Posted 1/5/2012 12:46 pm)
Jayden Barefield scored 29 points and Rodryck Williams added 16 to lead the Yorktown Wildcats to a 62-47 non-district win over the Runge Yellowjackets on Tuesday.
The win improved the Wildcats to 13-6 on the season while Runge fell to 9-7.
Barefield made three 3-pointers while Williams made two.
Yorktown scorers: Williams 16, Ybarra 9, Metting 1, Martin 2, Barefield 29, Allman 3, Barth 2.
Shiner Area Big Buck Contest leaders
(Posted 12/1/2011 09:59 am)
Following are the unofficial weekly results of the 27th Annual Shiner Businessmen's Club Shiner Area Big Buck Contest as of Nov. 28:
Gonzales County
1. Eugene M. Potter of Dale, 12-pointer, 17 3/4-inch spread, 10 1/8-inch R1 tine, 9 5/8-inch R2 tine, 8 1/4-inch L1 tine, 9 5/8-inch L2 tine, 67 3/8 total points;
2. Jana P. Tomlinson of Sealy, 12-pointer, 16 1/8-inch spread, 9 7/8-inch R1 tine, 9 1/4-inch R2 More...
(Posted 12/1/2011 09:59 am)
Following are the unofficial weekly results of the 27th Annual Shiner Businessmen's Club Shiner Area Big Buck Contest as of Nov. 28:
Gonzales County
1. Eugene M. Potter of Dale, 12-pointer, 17 3/4-inch spread, 10 1/8-inch R1 tine, 9 5/8-inch R2 tine, 8 1/4-inch L1 tine, 9 5/8-inch L2 tine, 67 3/8 total points;
2. Jana P. Tomlinson of Sealy, 12-pointer, 16 1/8-inch spread, 9 7/8-inch R1 tine, 9 1/4-inch R2 More...
Kitty Kats win basketball season opener
(Posted 11/16/2011 08:23 am)
KENEDY - The Yorktown Kitty Kats started their basketball season on a winning note Tuesday night with a 24-21 win over the Kenedy Leopards.
Destany Mungia led the way for the Kitty Kats with 11 points.
Kenedy won the junior varsity game.
Yorktown returns to action Friday with varsity and JV games at Refugio.
Yorktown scorers: Mungia 11, Mendez 4, Naranjo 3, Penn 2, Nel 2, Leister 2.
(Posted 11/16/2011 08:23 am)
KENEDY - The Yorktown Kitty Kats started their basketball season on a winning note Tuesday night with a 24-21 win over the Kenedy Leopards.
Destany Mungia led the way for the Kitty Kats with 11 points.
Kenedy won the junior varsity game.
Yorktown returns to action Friday with varsity and JV games at Refugio.
Yorktown scorers: Mungia 11, Mendez 4, Naranjo 3, Penn 2, Nel 2, Leister 2.
Wildcats ousted by La Villa
(Posted 11/13/2011 09:15 am)
CORPUS CHRISTI - The Yorktown Wildcats fell to the La Villa Cardinals 35-18 in their Class 1A, Division I bi-district football game Friday night at Tuloso-Midway High School.
(Posted 11/13/2011 09:15 am)
CORPUS CHRISTI - The Yorktown Wildcats fell to the La Villa Cardinals 35-18 in their Class 1A, Division I bi-district football game Friday night at Tuloso-Midway High School.
Wildcats play Cardinals on Friday
(Posted 11/9/2011 08:27 am)
The Yorktown Wildcats will play the La Villa Cardinals on Friday at the Tuloso-Midway Stadium with a start time of 7:30 p.m.
The pep rally for the game will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday in the Yorktown High School gym.
For directions, check out the district website at www.yisd.org.
(Posted 11/9/2011 08:27 am)
The Yorktown Wildcats will play the La Villa Cardinals on Friday at the Tuloso-Midway Stadium with a start time of 7:30 p.m.
The pep rally for the game will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday in the Yorktown High School gym.
For directions, check out the district website at www.yisd.org.
Kitty Kats to face Benavides in volleyball playoff
(Posted 11/2/2011 11:35 am)
The Yorktown Kitty Kats will face Benavides at 12:30 p.m. Saturday in Sinton in a Class 1A area playoff volleyball match.
Yorktown, the District 30-1A champion, had a bye in the bi-district round. Benavides, the runner-up in District 31-1A, defeated La Villa in the bi-district playoffs Tuesday.
(Posted 11/2/2011 11:35 am)
The Yorktown Kitty Kats will face Benavides at 12:30 p.m. Saturday in Sinton in a Class 1A area playoff volleyball match.
Yorktown, the District 30-1A champion, had a bye in the bi-district round. Benavides, the runner-up in District 31-1A, defeated La Villa in the bi-district playoffs Tuesday.
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