Yorktown
News-View wins awards in TGCPA contest
(Posted Fri 02:35 pm)
PORT ARANSAS - The Yorktown News-View won first place for general excellence in the 2011 Texas Gulf Coast Press Association contest.
The contest results were announced Friday during the TGCPA's annual convention.
The News-View also won a second-place award for its "Distinctly DeWitt" visitor's guide in the special sections category, and third place in display advertising.
The News-View's sister paper, The Cuero Record, won two first-place awards and five awards overall.
The Record won first place for its sports coverage and first place for its "Distinctly DeWitt" visitor's guide in the special sections category.
The Record was More...
(Posted Fri 02:35 pm)
PORT ARANSAS - The Yorktown News-View won first place for general excellence in the 2011 Texas Gulf Coast Press Association contest.
The contest results were announced Friday during the TGCPA's annual convention.
The News-View also won a second-place award for its "Distinctly DeWitt" visitor's guide in the special sections category, and third place in display advertising.
The News-View's sister paper, The Cuero Record, won two first-place awards and five awards overall.
The Record won first place for its sports coverage and first place for its "Distinctly DeWitt" visitor's guide in the special sections category.
The Record was More...
May Business of the Month announced
(Posted Tue 02:29 pm)
The Yorktown Chamber of Commerce has selected Alterations Plus Custom Sewing as the Business of The Month.
Located at 122 E. 5th Street, the home-based business, started in 1965 and owned by W. Ceanne M. Cox, a current Chamber of Commerce Director, is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. After hours appointments are gladly accepted.
Alterations Plus Custom Sewing provides alterations on all types of clothing from jeans to wedding attire for both men and women. They also specialize in hand quilting consulting, free estimates, and clothing repair, including zippers. More...
(Posted Tue 02:29 pm)
The Yorktown Chamber of Commerce has selected Alterations Plus Custom Sewing as the Business of The Month. Located at 122 E. 5th Street, the home-based business, started in 1965 and owned by W. Ceanne M. Cox, a current Chamber of Commerce Director, is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. After hours appointments are gladly accepted.
Alterations Plus Custom Sewing provides alterations on all types of clothing from jeans to wedding attire for both men and women. They also specialize in hand quilting consulting, free estimates, and clothing repair, including zippers. More...
Bond issue easily passes
by By GLENN REA, Editor & Publisher
(Posted Tue 02:18 pm)
Yorktown School District voters gave overwhelming approval to Saturday’s $5.8 million bond proposition election.
The election passed with 343 votes in favor of selling the bonds and 58 against.
With this approval, the district will be able to build a new high school classroom building; add central air/heating system at the elementary school; general remodeling of the junior high school and build new public restrooms at Wildcat Stadium.
With just over 25% of the registered voters going to the polls, the election results show that 170 votes were cast during the early voting period. Of that More...
by By GLENN REA, Editor & Publisher
(Posted Tue 02:18 pm)
Yorktown School District voters gave overwhelming approval to Saturday’s $5.8 million bond proposition election.
The election passed with 343 votes in favor of selling the bonds and 58 against.
With this approval, the district will be able to build a new high school classroom building; add central air/heating system at the elementary school; general remodeling of the junior high school and build new public restrooms at Wildcat Stadium.
With just over 25% of the registered voters going to the polls, the election results show that 170 votes were cast during the early voting period. Of that More...
Special bond election held Saturday
(Posted 5/12/2012 08:47 pm)
A special bond election was held Saturday.
The results were 343 for and 58 against the building of a new high school.
The votes will be canvassed May 21.
(Posted 5/12/2012 08:47 pm)
A special bond election was held Saturday.
The results were 343 for and 58 against the building of a new high school.
The votes will be canvassed May 21.
YHS students participate in UIL events
(Posted 5/9/2012 09:04 am)
Shown are students who participated in the 31-A UIL Meet, bottom row from left, Blake Freeman, Kimberly Alvarez, Kaycee Perez, Elizabeth Ochoa and J.D. Schroeder; second row from left, Marcus Ramirez, Nicole Martinez, Krystan Saunders, Alana Stern, Stephanie Schlinke, Jennifer flores, Callen Matejek and Michael Ragusin; third row from left, Torrie Hallmark, Samantha Niemeier, Ashlynn Sievers, Caitlin Seifert, Madison Weise, Victoria Pena, Danielle Penn, Paige Milson, Shannon Flores and Abigail Nash; top row from left, Caleb Schendel, J.D. Parret, Samuel Foegelle, James Semper, and Isaac Imes. Luis Hernandez, Kameryn Browning, Kelsey Lynch, Michael Coffman, Daniella Parella and Shamar Nation were unavailable for the photo. Students from Yorktown High School pursued academic excellence this spring, participating in contests sponsored by the University Interscholastic League.
These scholars competed in the District 31-A UIL Academic Meet in March.
Speech, writing and academic events were held at Woodsboro High School.
The stage at Calallen High School was the setting for the One Act Play zone contest.
Students participating and receiving awards are as follows:
Accounting, 1st Place Team-Torrie Hallmark, 1st Place; Victoria Pena, 3rd Place; Danielle Penn, 4th Place
Social Studies, 1st Place More...
(Posted 5/9/2012 09:04 am)
Shown are students who participated in the 31-A UIL Meet, bottom row from left, Blake Freeman, Kimberly Alvarez, Kaycee Perez, Elizabeth Ochoa and J.D. Schroeder; second row from left, Marcus Ramirez, Nicole Martinez, Krystan Saunders, Alana Stern, Stephanie Schlinke, Jennifer flores, Callen Matejek and Michael Ragusin; third row from left, Torrie Hallmark, Samantha Niemeier, Ashlynn Sievers, Caitlin Seifert, Madison Weise, Victoria Pena, Danielle Penn, Paige Milson, Shannon Flores and Abigail Nash; top row from left, Caleb Schendel, J.D. Parret, Samuel Foegelle, James Semper, and Isaac Imes. Luis Hernandez, Kameryn Browning, Kelsey Lynch, Michael Coffman, Daniella Parella and Shamar Nation were unavailable for the photo. Students from Yorktown High School pursued academic excellence this spring, participating in contests sponsored by the University Interscholastic League.
These scholars competed in the District 31-A UIL Academic Meet in March.
Speech, writing and academic events were held at Woodsboro High School.
The stage at Calallen High School was the setting for the One Act Play zone contest.
Students participating and receiving awards are as follows:
Accounting, 1st Place Team-Torrie Hallmark, 1st Place; Victoria Pena, 3rd Place; Danielle Penn, 4th Place
Social Studies, 1st Place More...
Eichhorn had passion for serving seniors
by By ELIZABETH RODRIGUEZ, The Yorktown News-View
(Posted 5/9/2012 09:00 am)
Joyce Eicchorn knows the concept of going above and beyond very well.
Since being approached with her late husband Norman to establish the DeWitt County Senior Citizens program ten years ago, which included the Cuero Senior Nutrition site and Meals on Wheels, she graciously gave her time and resources to be able to provide residents of Cuero, Meyersville, Yorktown and Nordheim with a hot meal every day.
However, Eichhorn stepped down from her position at the center this January when the Area Agency on Aging of Golden Crescent took over the program. This month, the program, along with More...
by By ELIZABETH RODRIGUEZ, The Yorktown News-View
(Posted 5/9/2012 09:00 am)
Joyce Eicchorn knows the concept of going above and beyond very well.Since being approached with her late husband Norman to establish the DeWitt County Senior Citizens program ten years ago, which included the Cuero Senior Nutrition site and Meals on Wheels, she graciously gave her time and resources to be able to provide residents of Cuero, Meyersville, Yorktown and Nordheim with a hot meal every day.
However, Eichhorn stepped down from her position at the center this January when the Area Agency on Aging of Golden Crescent took over the program. This month, the program, along with More...
Over 100 voters cast early ballots
(Posted 5/9/2012 08:55 am)
Early voting ended Tuesday for the Yorktown ISD bond issue. Polls will be open Saturday, May 12, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Yorktown High School, 338 W. Main, for this election.
The district has called a $5.8 million bond issue election and voters will be asked to vote for or against selling the bonds.
Through Monday a little over 100 people had cast their ballots in early voting.
If approved the money would be used to build a new high school classroom building and make improvements to the buildings on other campuses. Along with More...
(Posted 5/9/2012 08:55 am)
Early voting ended Tuesday for the Yorktown ISD bond issue. Polls will be open Saturday, May 12, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Yorktown High School, 338 W. Main, for this election.
The district has called a $5.8 million bond issue election and voters will be asked to vote for or against selling the bonds.
Through Monday a little over 100 people had cast their ballots in early voting.
If approved the money would be used to build a new high school classroom building and make improvements to the buildings on other campuses. Along with More...
DeWitt
Nordheim May Fest this weekend
(Posted Fri 03:10 pm)
The Nordheim May Fest will be held at Nordheim Shooting Club May 18-20.
Admission is $12 for adults and $6 for children.
TTTPA Hot Rod Truck and Tractor Pull will be held at 7 p.m. on May 18-19. TMTPA Mini Rod Tractor Pull will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 19.
On Saturday, a remote control tractor pull will be held at 10 a.m. A barbecue and chili cook off will begin Saturday morning and winners will be announced at 4 p.m. A dance Saturday night will feature More...
(Posted Fri 03:10 pm)
The Nordheim May Fest will be held at Nordheim Shooting Club May 18-20.
Admission is $12 for adults and $6 for children.
TTTPA Hot Rod Truck and Tractor Pull will be held at 7 p.m. on May 18-19. TMTPA Mini Rod Tractor Pull will be held at 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 19.
On Saturday, a remote control tractor pull will be held at 10 a.m. A barbecue and chili cook off will begin Saturday morning and winners will be announced at 4 p.m. A dance Saturday night will feature More...
DeWitt-Lavaca Special Education Co-op presenting parent education event May 24
(Posted Wed 12:43 pm)
DeWitt-Lavaca Special Education Co-op will present a parent education event on Thursday, May 24. The event will be held at Lifeway Baptist Church on 403 E. Sarah St. in Cuero.
Check in and lunch will be at noon. The program will begin at 12:30 p.m.
Guest speaker Brenda Nelson, regional coordinator for Partners Resource Network-TEAM Project, will present “Understanding the ARD Process.” The presentation will provide an overview of the ARD process so that parents will be prepared to participate at every stage of the process. She is the parent of a child with a disability and is More...
(Posted Wed 12:43 pm)
DeWitt-Lavaca Special Education Co-op will present a parent education event on Thursday, May 24. The event will be held at Lifeway Baptist Church on 403 E. Sarah St. in Cuero.
Check in and lunch will be at noon. The program will begin at 12:30 p.m.
Guest speaker Brenda Nelson, regional coordinator for Partners Resource Network-TEAM Project, will present “Understanding the ARD Process.” The presentation will provide an overview of the ARD process so that parents will be prepared to participate at every stage of the process. She is the parent of a child with a disability and is More...
DeWitt County Retired School Personnel Association visit Victoria Educational Gardens
(Posted Tue 02:26 pm)
The Victoria Educational Gardens provided the site for the DeWitt County Retired School Personnel meeting on April 17. Members enjoyed an informative tour of the gardens led by Helen Boatman, a Master Gardener. The group toured the butterfly area, the vegetable garden, the green houses, and the bird habitat, and then walked under the rose arbor on their way to the to the Meditation Garden.
The business meeting was held in a cool patio area of the VEG. Margaret Bluntzer reported that she would contact the area high schools concerning candidates for the Retired School Personnel scholarships. Phyllis More...
(Posted Tue 02:26 pm)
The Victoria Educational Gardens provided the site for the DeWitt County Retired School Personnel meeting on April 17. Members enjoyed an informative tour of the gardens led by Helen Boatman, a Master Gardener. The group toured the butterfly area, the vegetable garden, the green houses, and the bird habitat, and then walked under the rose arbor on their way to the to the Meditation Garden.
The business meeting was held in a cool patio area of the VEG. Margaret Bluntzer reported that she would contact the area high schools concerning candidates for the Retired School Personnel scholarships. Phyllis More...
Sales tax revenues continue to rise
(Posted Tue 02:23 pm)
Texas Comptroller Susan Combs announced that state sales tax revenue in April was $2.07 billion, up 10.9 percent compared to April 2011.
In DeWitt County, Cuero showed a 43.94 percent increase over the same period last year, Yorktown showed a 28.47 percent increase and Nordheim showed a 31.20 percent increase.
Cuero has now received $1,112,907 sales tax rebate, which compares to $733,126 a year ago, Yorktown has now received $155,058 sales tax rebate, which compares to $120,690 a year ago and Nordheim has now received $8,035, which compares to $6,124 a year ago.
In the region, Goliad More...
(Posted Tue 02:23 pm)
Texas Comptroller Susan Combs announced that state sales tax revenue in April was $2.07 billion, up 10.9 percent compared to April 2011.
In DeWitt County, Cuero showed a 43.94 percent increase over the same period last year, Yorktown showed a 28.47 percent increase and Nordheim showed a 31.20 percent increase.
Cuero has now received $1,112,907 sales tax rebate, which compares to $733,126 a year ago, Yorktown has now received $155,058 sales tax rebate, which compares to $120,690 a year ago and Nordheim has now received $8,035, which compares to $6,124 a year ago.
In the region, Goliad More...
DeWitt among most active counties in Eagle Ford
by By COY SLAVIK, News-View Managing Editor
(Posted Tue 02:21 pm)
DeWitt County ranked sixth out of the 14 Eagle Ford Shale counties in numbers of wells completed in 2011, according to a study released last week by the Center for Community and Business Research at The University of Texas at San Antonio Institute for Economic Development.
DeWitt County had 140 wells (105 gas, 35 oil) during 2011. Dimmitt County (304) produced the most wells in the Eagle Ford. Neigboring Karnes County ranked second with 272.
A total of 1,649 wells were completed in the 14-county region, according to the study, which measured the development of oil and More...
by By COY SLAVIK, News-View Managing Editor
(Posted Tue 02:21 pm)
DeWitt County ranked sixth out of the 14 Eagle Ford Shale counties in numbers of wells completed in 2011, according to a study released last week by the Center for Community and Business Research at The University of Texas at San Antonio Institute for Economic Development.
DeWitt County had 140 wells (105 gas, 35 oil) during 2011. Dimmitt County (304) produced the most wells in the Eagle Ford. Neigboring Karnes County ranked second with 272.
A total of 1,649 wells were completed in the 14-county region, according to the study, which measured the development of oil and More...
Region
Two workers injured in fracking explosion
(Posted Thu 08:11 am)
NIXON - Two workers sustained second-degree burns early Wednesday from an explosion at a Vann Energy location near Nixon.
According to the Gonzales County Sheriff's Office, the workers were injured during the fracturing process. "Fracking" is done by using chemically treated water to crack the shale and release natural gas.
The GCSO said both men were airlifted to a San Antonio hospital. Their names were not released.
Some nearby homes were evacuated for about two hours after the explosion as a precaution.
(Posted Thu 08:11 am)
NIXON - Two workers sustained second-degree burns early Wednesday from an explosion at a Vann Energy location near Nixon.
According to the Gonzales County Sheriff's Office, the workers were injured during the fracturing process. "Fracking" is done by using chemically treated water to crack the shale and release natural gas.
The GCSO said both men were airlifted to a San Antonio hospital. Their names were not released.
Some nearby homes were evacuated for about two hours after the explosion as a precaution.
Beeville choir performing in Goliad May 5
(Posted 4/24/2012 03:03 pm)
The Beeville Community Chorus, under the direction of Dr. James Lee, will present its annual spring concert at Mission Espiritu Santo De Zuniga in Goliad State Park on May 5 at 7:30 p.m.
The choir will present a program of sacred, patriotic, spirituals and Broadway show tunes. Opening the concert will be a performance of “Say It With Music,” by American composer, Irving Berlin. Rhythmic instruments will set the stage for the sacred song, “Let the People Sing Hosanna!” Mr. Jeff Brewer, assistant-director of the choir will direct two songs with text from the Bible, “O More...
(Posted 4/24/2012 03:03 pm)
The Beeville Community Chorus, under the direction of Dr. James Lee, will present its annual spring concert at Mission Espiritu Santo De Zuniga in Goliad State Park on May 5 at 7:30 p.m.
The choir will present a program of sacred, patriotic, spirituals and Broadway show tunes. Opening the concert will be a performance of “Say It With Music,” by American composer, Irving Berlin. Rhythmic instruments will set the stage for the sacred song, “Let the People Sing Hosanna!” Mr. Jeff Brewer, assistant-director of the choir will direct two songs with text from the Bible, “O More...
Full day of activities at Czech celebration May 20
(Posted 4/17/2012 02:31 pm)
The Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center will host a full day of activities to celebrate and to honor Czech heritage and traditions on from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on May 20.
The new Czech Music Museum of Texas located at the entrance to the Czech Center in the Kalich House will be open for tours. Highlighted in the museum are four separate genres of Czech music. They are classical music of czech composers, spiritual/liturgical music, folk music and dance, and czech brass bands and instrumental music.
The celebration will begin at 10 a.m. in the More...
(Posted 4/17/2012 02:31 pm)
The Texas Czech Heritage and Cultural Center will host a full day of activities to celebrate and to honor Czech heritage and traditions on from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on May 20.
The new Czech Music Museum of Texas located at the entrance to the Czech Center in the Kalich House will be open for tours. Highlighted in the museum are four separate genres of Czech music. They are classical music of czech composers, spiritual/liturgical music, folk music and dance, and czech brass bands and instrumental music.
The celebration will begin at 10 a.m. in the More...
Alpha Phi celebrates 78th birthday
(Posted 3/21/2012 02:16 pm)
The Alpha Phi Chapter of the Delta Kappa Gamma Society International celebrated its 78th birthday anniversary on March 3 at the Holy Cross Lutheran Church Parish Hall in Yoakum.
The theme of the celebration was “Renewing Friendships in Alpha Phi—78 Years Young.”
The group met at 11:30 a.m. for fellowship, conducted an initiation ceremony for two new members, and ate a salad luncheon hosted by Yoakum member, Linda Colman.
A welcome was given by President Joyce Ann Warwas. An impressive initiation ceremony for Sarah Hahn from Yorktown and Pam Wick from Hallettsville was conducted by More...
(Posted 3/21/2012 02:16 pm)
The Alpha Phi Chapter of the Delta Kappa Gamma Society International celebrated its 78th birthday anniversary on March 3 at the Holy Cross Lutheran Church Parish Hall in Yoakum.The theme of the celebration was “Renewing Friendships in Alpha Phi—78 Years Young.”
The group met at 11:30 a.m. for fellowship, conducted an initiation ceremony for two new members, and ate a salad luncheon hosted by Yoakum member, Linda Colman.
A welcome was given by President Joyce Ann Warwas. An impressive initiation ceremony for Sarah Hahn from Yorktown and Pam Wick from Hallettsville was conducted by More...
Applause
Lainey Alexis Lemke
(Posted Wed 02:39 pm)
Brandon and Crystal Lemke of Runge are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Lainey Alexis Lemke. She was born on April 24 at 12:38 p.m. at Guadalupe Regional Hospital in Seguin. She weighed six pounds, four ounces and was 19.5 inches long.
Welcoming her home is her big brother, Easton Alexander Lemke. Her granparents are Linda K. and Paul Yanta of Runge as well as Mr. and Mrs. Warren Lemke of Yorktown. Her great-grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Erwin Schuenemann of Nordheim and the late Mr. and Mrs. Frank Yanta of Runge as well as More...
(Posted Wed 02:39 pm)
Brandon and Crystal Lemke of Runge are proud to announce the birth of their daughter, Lainey Alexis Lemke. She was born on April 24 at 12:38 p.m. at Guadalupe Regional Hospital in Seguin. She weighed six pounds, four ounces and was 19.5 inches long. Welcoming her home is her big brother, Easton Alexander Lemke. Her granparents are Linda K. and Paul Yanta of Runge as well as Mr. and Mrs. Warren Lemke of Yorktown. Her great-grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Erwin Schuenemann of Nordheim and the late Mr. and Mrs. Frank Yanta of Runge as well as More...
Kuecker-Moore
(Posted Tue 02:25 pm)
Audrey Kay Kuecker and W. Marshall Moore IV were united in marriage on March 23 at The Winfield Inn in Kyle.
The Rev. Al Hoerig of Elgin officiated. A reception, dinner and dance was held following the ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of David and Marsha Kuecker of Portland, Texas. She is the granddaughter of Leebell and Audrey Kuecker of Cuero and the late Curtis E. and Robbie Nell Brown.
The groom is the son of Allen and Linda K. Duderstadt of Cuero and Bill Moore of Port O’Connor. He is the grandson of Verlie More...
(Posted Tue 02:25 pm)
Audrey Kay Kuecker and W. Marshall Moore IV were united in marriage on March 23 at The Winfield Inn in Kyle.The Rev. Al Hoerig of Elgin officiated. A reception, dinner and dance was held following the ceremony.
The bride is the daughter of David and Marsha Kuecker of Portland, Texas. She is the granddaughter of Leebell and Audrey Kuecker of Cuero and the late Curtis E. and Robbie Nell Brown.
The groom is the son of Allen and Linda K. Duderstadt of Cuero and Bill Moore of Port O’Connor. He is the grandson of Verlie More...
Yorktown's Smidt returns to College Finals Rodeo
(Posted 5/9/2012 08:42 am)
During the Spring Classic Roping in Giddings on March 11, Caleb won the eight head calf roping match against No. 1 ranked PRCA calf roper, Justin Maass. Caleb Smidt of Yorktown, has qualified for his third and final year for the College National Finals Rodeo in Casper, Wyo.
Over 400 students from over 100 universities and colleges will compete in Casper this year.
These cowboys and cowgirls have competed all year in one of the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association 11 regions for a chance to participate at the CNFR.
The top three students in each of the nine events, and top two men’s and women’s teams for the NIRA’s 11 regions qualify for the CNFR.
Caleb, senior More...
(Posted 5/9/2012 08:42 am)
During the Spring Classic Roping in Giddings on March 11, Caleb won the eight head calf roping match against No. 1 ranked PRCA calf roper, Justin Maass. Caleb Smidt of Yorktown, has qualified for his third and final year for the College National Finals Rodeo in Casper, Wyo.
Over 400 students from over 100 universities and colleges will compete in Casper this year.
These cowboys and cowgirls have competed all year in one of the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association 11 regions for a chance to participate at the CNFR.
The top three students in each of the nine events, and top two men’s and women’s teams for the NIRA’s 11 regions qualify for the CNFR.
Caleb, senior More...
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News-View in Brief
(Posted 2/28/2012 03:30 pm)
Sponsors needed for Shattered Dreams event
The Yorktown Western Days Association, in conjunction with the Yorktown Independent School District, will be producing the Shattered Dreams program on March 8-9. The program is designed to discourage youth drinking and driving.
Sponsors are needed to help support this event. Anyone interested in being a sponsor may contact the YWDA office at 361-564-2661.
Volunteers need to host exchange students
Volunteers are needed to host international high school exchange students for the 2012-2013 school year.
The students, from over 20 countries all speak English, have spending money and More...
(Posted 2/28/2012 03:30 pm)
Sponsors needed for Shattered Dreams event
The Yorktown Western Days Association, in conjunction with the Yorktown Independent School District, will be producing the Shattered Dreams program on March 8-9. The program is designed to discourage youth drinking and driving.
Sponsors are needed to help support this event. Anyone interested in being a sponsor may contact the YWDA office at 361-564-2661.
Volunteers need to host exchange students
Volunteers are needed to host international high school exchange students for the 2012-2013 school year.
The students, from over 20 countries all speak English, have spending money and More...
News-View in Brief
(Posted 2/22/2012 11:41 am)
Sponsors needed for Shattered Dreams event
The Yorktown Western Days Association, in conjunction with the Yorktown Independent School District, will be producing the Shattered Dreams program on March 8-9. The program is designed to discourage youth drinking and driving.
Sponsors are needed to help support this event. Anyone interested in being a sponsor may contact the YWDA office at 361-564-2661.
Tickets available for Chamber banquet
The Yorktown Chamber of Commerce invites the local business owners and the public to the 94th Annual Chamber Awards Banquet on March 1 at the Yorktown Community Hall.
A social More...
(Posted 2/22/2012 11:41 am)
Sponsors needed for Shattered Dreams event
The Yorktown Western Days Association, in conjunction with the Yorktown Independent School District, will be producing the Shattered Dreams program on March 8-9. The program is designed to discourage youth drinking and driving.
Sponsors are needed to help support this event. Anyone interested in being a sponsor may contact the YWDA office at 361-564-2661.
Tickets available for Chamber banquet
The Yorktown Chamber of Commerce invites the local business owners and the public to the 94th Annual Chamber Awards Banquet on March 1 at the Yorktown Community Hall.
A social More...
Obituaries
Vicki Autrey Stehling
(Posted Tue 12:58 pm)
Vicki Autrey Stehling passed away May 12, 2012 in Yorktown.
She was born Oct. 15, 1959 in Sweetwater to James and Neva Autrey.
She married David Stehling July 8, 1978. She was a registered nurse for the State of Texas.
She is survived by her husband David Stehling of Yorktown, daughters Mandy Stehling of Westhoff and Amy Stehling of Victoria, her parents, sisters Deborah McGavock of Iredell, Kim Blaschke of Yorktown and brother Jay Autrey of Dilley.
She is preceded in death by her grandparents Jim and Susie Autery and Jessie and Johnny More...
(Posted Tue 12:58 pm)
Vicki Autrey Stehling passed away May 12, 2012 in Yorktown.
She was born Oct. 15, 1959 in Sweetwater to James and Neva Autrey.
She married David Stehling July 8, 1978. She was a registered nurse for the State of Texas.
She is survived by her husband David Stehling of Yorktown, daughters Mandy Stehling of Westhoff and Amy Stehling of Victoria, her parents, sisters Deborah McGavock of Iredell, Kim Blaschke of Yorktown and brother Jay Autrey of Dilley.
She is preceded in death by her grandparents Jim and Susie Autery and Jessie and Johnny More...
Hermelinda Hernandez
(Posted 5/10/2012 09:18 am)
Hermelinda Hernandez, 51, of Yorktown, died Tuesday May 8, 2012.
She was born in Mexico to Antonio and Florentina Almaguer on Feb. 17, 1961.
She is survived by her parents, husband Mariano Hernandez Sr; children: Jeanette Hernandez, Juan Hernandez, Mariano Hernandez Jr; grandchildren: Luis Hernandez, Michael Hernandez, Dominic Hernandez; sisters: Alicia Alvarez, Luz Maria Almaguer, Maria Salome Alcala, Gisela Almaguer; brothers: Anastasio Almaguer, Augustine Almaguer, Nabor Almaguer, Celedonio Almaguer; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Rosary will be at 7 p.m. on Friday at Finch Funeral Chapel. Funeral Mass will be at 10 More...
(Posted 5/10/2012 09:18 am)
Hermelinda Hernandez, 51, of Yorktown, died Tuesday May 8, 2012.
She was born in Mexico to Antonio and Florentina Almaguer on Feb. 17, 1961.
She is survived by her parents, husband Mariano Hernandez Sr; children: Jeanette Hernandez, Juan Hernandez, Mariano Hernandez Jr; grandchildren: Luis Hernandez, Michael Hernandez, Dominic Hernandez; sisters: Alicia Alvarez, Luz Maria Almaguer, Maria Salome Alcala, Gisela Almaguer; brothers: Anastasio Almaguer, Augustine Almaguer, Nabor Almaguer, Celedonio Almaguer; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Rosary will be at 7 p.m. on Friday at Finch Funeral Chapel. Funeral Mass will be at 10 More...
Apolonio Garza
(Posted 5/9/2012 08:32 am)
Apolonio Garza, formerly of Yorktown, passed away on May 1, 2012, at the age of 82.
He was born in Yorktown on Dec. 31, 1929, to the late Audolio and Paula (Villarreal) Garza.
He was preceded in death by brothers, Adam Garza and Cruz Garza; and sister, Edlia Guerra.
Survivors are sisters, Elvida Garcia, Amalia Garcia, Lucia Diaz; and brother, Robert Garza.
A Rosary was held at 7 p.m. on May 3 at Finch Funeral Chapel in Yorktown.
Funeral Mass was held at 11 a.m. on May 4 at San Luis Catholic Church. More...
(Posted 5/9/2012 08:32 am)
Apolonio Garza, formerly of Yorktown, passed away on May 1, 2012, at the age of 82.
He was born in Yorktown on Dec. 31, 1929, to the late Audolio and Paula (Villarreal) Garza.
He was preceded in death by brothers, Adam Garza and Cruz Garza; and sister, Edlia Guerra.
Survivors are sisters, Elvida Garcia, Amalia Garcia, Lucia Diaz; and brother, Robert Garza.
A Rosary was held at 7 p.m. on May 3 at Finch Funeral Chapel in Yorktown.
Funeral Mass was held at 11 a.m. on May 4 at San Luis Catholic Church. More...
Bernard Raymond Dlugosch
(Posted 5/4/2012 09:06 am)
Bernard Raymond Dlugosch went to his eternal reward on May 2, 2012.
He was born on Aug. 9, 1922 in Cuero to Pete and Veronica Dlugosch. He married Margaret Lyssy on Jan. 28, 1942 in Cuero at St. Michaels Catholic Church. Ben was a farmer and rancher, worked in the oilfield for 30 years, and was a lifetime member of St. Michaels Catholic Church in Cuero.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 70 years, Margaret Lyssy Dlugosch and four daughters, Elizabeth Ann Pollok and husband, Edward, of Bastrop, Carrie Berger and More...
(Posted 5/4/2012 09:06 am)
Bernard Raymond Dlugosch went to his eternal reward on May 2, 2012. He was born on Aug. 9, 1922 in Cuero to Pete and Veronica Dlugosch. He married Margaret Lyssy on Jan. 28, 1942 in Cuero at St. Michaels Catholic Church. Ben was a farmer and rancher, worked in the oilfield for 30 years, and was a lifetime member of St. Michaels Catholic Church in Cuero.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 70 years, Margaret Lyssy Dlugosch and four daughters, Elizabeth Ann Pollok and husband, Edward, of Bastrop, Carrie Berger and More...
Janice Kay Broll-Mims
(Posted 4/24/2012 03:02 pm)
Janice Kay Broll Mims, 58, passed away on April 6, 2012 in San Antonio.
She was born in Corpus Christi on Dec. 27, 1953.
She was preceded in death by two brothers, Kenny and James Broll.
Janice is survived by her husband, Michael Mims; sons, John and Mark Mims; parents, Edward John and Rose Ellen (Scheffler) Broll; brothers and sisters, Kathleen Broll, Ron Broll (Arlene), Jeff Broll, Dennis Broll (Catja), Grace Karrer (Ken), Trisha Cline (Doug) and John Broll.
Her family brought her much love. Janice believed we should all love each other and More...
(Posted 4/24/2012 03:02 pm)
Janice Kay Broll Mims, 58, passed away on April 6, 2012 in San Antonio.
She was born in Corpus Christi on Dec. 27, 1953.
She was preceded in death by two brothers, Kenny and James Broll.
Janice is survived by her husband, Michael Mims; sons, John and Mark Mims; parents, Edward John and Rose Ellen (Scheffler) Broll; brothers and sisters, Kathleen Broll, Ron Broll (Arlene), Jeff Broll, Dennis Broll (Catja), Grace Karrer (Ken), Trisha Cline (Doug) and John Broll.
Her family brought her much love. Janice believed we should all love each other and More...
Angeline B. Geyer
(Posted 4/10/2012 11:56 am)
Angeline B. Geyer, age 80, of Somerset passed away April 6 in San Antonio.
She is preceded in death by her husband Edward A. Geyer, her parents, Florian and Mary (Ledwig) Guzy and brother Frank Guzy.
She is survived by her children, Debra M. Jenke of Somerset, Edward M. Geyer and wife Jeannette of Somerset, and James D. Geyer and wife Susan of Somerset, four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
She is also survived by sister Patricia Jablonski and husband Henry of San Antonio, sister-in-law Dolores Guzy, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held More...
(Posted 4/10/2012 11:56 am)
Angeline B. Geyer, age 80, of Somerset passed away April 6 in San Antonio.
She is preceded in death by her husband Edward A. Geyer, her parents, Florian and Mary (Ledwig) Guzy and brother Frank Guzy.
She is survived by her children, Debra M. Jenke of Somerset, Edward M. Geyer and wife Jeannette of Somerset, and James D. Geyer and wife Susan of Somerset, four grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
She is also survived by sister Patricia Jablonski and husband Henry of San Antonio, sister-in-law Dolores Guzy, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held More...
Sports
All YHS athletes medal at state meet
by By COY SLAVIK, News-View Managing Editor
(Posted Tue 02:51 pm)
AUSTIN - All Yorktown athletes at Satur-day’s UIL State Track and Field Champion-ships came back home with something to show for their efforts.
Jayden Barefield defended his Class 1A 200-meter dash title with a winning time of 21.50 seconds. Earlier, he combined with Rodryck Williams, Cody Lubyinesky and Kolbe Ybarra to take the bronze medals in the 800-meter relay with a time of 1:28.97.
Saturday morning, Yorktown’s Vickie Niemeyer won the silver medal in the shot put with a mark of 39 feet, 3 inches.
Barefield led the 200 from start to finish.
“I felt real good,” More...
by By COY SLAVIK, News-View Managing Editor
(Posted Tue 02:51 pm)
AUSTIN - All Yorktown athletes at Satur-day’s UIL State Track and Field Champion-ships came back home with something to show for their efforts.Jayden Barefield defended his Class 1A 200-meter dash title with a winning time of 21.50 seconds. Earlier, he combined with Rodryck Williams, Cody Lubyinesky and Kolbe Ybarra to take the bronze medals in the 800-meter relay with a time of 1:28.97.
Saturday morning, Yorktown’s Vickie Niemeyer won the silver medal in the shot put with a mark of 39 feet, 3 inches.
Barefield led the 200 from start to finish.
“I felt real good,” More...
Cuero Gun Club hosting benefit shoot for Wounded Warriors
(Posted 5/1/2012 02:41 pm)
The Cuero Gun Club along with the help of several other organizations like the DeWitt County Sheriff’s Office and the DeWitt County 4-H Shotgun Program will be helping to raise fund for the Wounded Warriors Project on Saturday, May 5, at the Cuero Gun Club. They will sponsor an Iron Man Shoot to raise funds for the Wounded Warriors Project.
The purpose of the project is to raise awareness and enlist the public’s aid for the needs of injured service members, to help injured service members aid and assist each other and to provide unique, direct programs More...
(Posted 5/1/2012 02:41 pm)
The Cuero Gun Club along with the help of several other organizations like the DeWitt County Sheriff’s Office and the DeWitt County 4-H Shotgun Program will be helping to raise fund for the Wounded Warriors Project on Saturday, May 5, at the Cuero Gun Club. They will sponsor an Iron Man Shoot to raise funds for the Wounded Warriors Project.
The purpose of the project is to raise awareness and enlist the public’s aid for the needs of injured service members, to help injured service members aid and assist each other and to provide unique, direct programs More...
YHS varsity cheerleaders to conduct camp July 28
(Posted 5/1/2012 02:36 pm)
The Yorktown High School Varsity cheerleaders will be sponsoring a cheerleading mini camp on July 28.
The one day camp will offer cheers, chants, dances, games, prizes and awards for all participants.
This year, the one day camp will include their snacks, drinks, lunch and a mini camp T-shirt.
Camp will begin at 8:30 a.m. and conclude with a program for parents and friends at 1:30 p.m. at the high school gym.
Participants will be able to perform at one Varsity football game and one Varsity pep rally at the high school.
Students ages More...
(Posted 5/1/2012 02:36 pm)
The Yorktown High School Varsity cheerleaders will be sponsoring a cheerleading mini camp on July 28.
The one day camp will offer cheers, chants, dances, games, prizes and awards for all participants.
This year, the one day camp will include their snacks, drinks, lunch and a mini camp T-shirt.
Camp will begin at 8:30 a.m. and conclude with a program for parents and friends at 1:30 p.m. at the high school gym.
Participants will be able to perform at one Varsity football game and one Varsity pep rally at the high school.
Students ages More...
Wildcats capture area championship in Sinton
(Posted 4/17/2012 02:25 pm)
The Area Track meet was held in Sinton on April 13.
The Wildcats captured the Area Championship for the second year in a row.
“Our boys came out and competed hard, so many stepped up and performed their personal best. Last week at District we earned more points than we expected because the boys were finding a way to beat out their competition, they seemed to have determination and fire that made them unbeatable. Sometimes kids let the pressure get to them, but our boys seemed to be fueled by it.
“This week More...
(Posted 4/17/2012 02:25 pm)
The Area Track meet was held in Sinton on April 13.
The Wildcats captured the Area Championship for the second year in a row.
“Our boys came out and competed hard, so many stepped up and performed their personal best. Last week at District we earned more points than we expected because the boys were finding a way to beat out their competition, they seemed to have determination and fire that made them unbeatable. Sometimes kids let the pressure get to them, but our boys seemed to be fueled by it.
“This week More...
Former Wildcat coach returns to Generals staff
(Posted 4/12/2012 09:23 am)
VICTORIA - The Victoria Generals announced Thursday that Calvin “Shorty” Cook will return as the team’s assistant coach for the 2012 Texas Collegiate League summer season.
Cook, a native and current resident of Yoakum, is the head baseball coach at Hallettsville High School. Cook was hired at Hallettsville in 2007.
Prior to Cook’s time at Hallettsville, he served as the assistant coach at Brazoswood High School in 1993, as the assistant coach at Yorktown High School from 1995-1997, and as the head coach at Yorktown from 1998-2006.
As a head coach, Cook has led his More...
(Posted 4/12/2012 09:23 am)
VICTORIA - The Victoria Generals announced Thursday that Calvin “Shorty” Cook will return as the team’s assistant coach for the 2012 Texas Collegiate League summer season. Cook, a native and current resident of Yoakum, is the head baseball coach at Hallettsville High School. Cook was hired at Hallettsville in 2007.
Prior to Cook’s time at Hallettsville, he served as the assistant coach at Brazoswood High School in 1993, as the assistant coach at Yorktown High School from 1995-1997, and as the head coach at Yorktown from 1998-2006.
As a head coach, Cook has led his More...
YJHS track and field teams travel to Charlotte for district meet
(Posted 4/10/2012 12:30 pm)
On March 29, the YJHS Wildcats and Kitty Kats traveled to Charlotte, Texas to complete in the district track meet. The results are as follows.
Long jump-Halle Martin 2nd, Laycee Guerrero 3rd
Triple jump-Mercedes Saunders 4th, Emily Gwodsz 3rd, Shelby Franke 4th, Ysidro Garza 5th, Luke Romans 3rd, Cade Westbrook 5th, and Kevin Morehead 6th
High jump-Mercedes Saunders 5th, Lane Gladue 4th, and Joseph Torres 6th
Pole vault-Alexis Kurtz 3rd, Shelby Franke 1st, Wyatt Koricanek 4th, Cy Strieber 1st, Stephen Wagner 5th, Milam Eckhardt 2nd
Shot put-Becca Mireles 1st, Emily Gwosdz 4th, More...
(Posted 4/10/2012 12:30 pm)
On March 29, the YJHS Wildcats and Kitty Kats traveled to Charlotte, Texas to complete in the district track meet. The results are as follows.
Long jump-Halle Martin 2nd, Laycee Guerrero 3rd
Triple jump-Mercedes Saunders 4th, Emily Gwodsz 3rd, Shelby Franke 4th, Ysidro Garza 5th, Luke Romans 3rd, Cade Westbrook 5th, and Kevin Morehead 6th
High jump-Mercedes Saunders 5th, Lane Gladue 4th, and Joseph Torres 6th
Pole vault-Alexis Kurtz 3rd, Shelby Franke 1st, Wyatt Koricanek 4th, Cy Strieber 1st, Stephen Wagner 5th, Milam Eckhardt 2nd
Shot put-Becca Mireles 1st, Emily Gwosdz 4th, More...
YHS track and field teams capture district title at Ben Bolt
(Posted 4/10/2012 12:27 pm)
The Yorktown high school track teams travelled to Ben Bolt for their district meet April 5.
Pettus, Falls City, Charlotte, Santa Maria, Ben Bolt, Kenedy, Woodsboro, Agua Dulce, Benavides, Port Aransas, La Villa and Yorktown partcipated in the event.
The Wildcats were able to capture the district championship for the second year in a row.
“Our boys came out and competed hard, so many stepped up and performed their personal best. We earned more points than we expected because the boys were finding a way to beat out their competition, they seemed More...
(Posted 4/10/2012 12:27 pm)
The Yorktown high school track teams travelled to Ben Bolt for their district meet April 5.
Pettus, Falls City, Charlotte, Santa Maria, Ben Bolt, Kenedy, Woodsboro, Agua Dulce, Benavides, Port Aransas, La Villa and Yorktown partcipated in the event.
The Wildcats were able to capture the district championship for the second year in a row.
“Our boys came out and competed hard, so many stepped up and performed their personal best. We earned more points than we expected because the boys were finding a way to beat out their competition, they seemed More...
Mungia named to all-star team
(Posted 3/27/2012 04:22 pm)
Destany LeAnn Mungia has been selected to play in the third annual Victoria College/Chick-Fil-A Area All-Star Game at the Victoria College Gym at 6 p.m. on March 28.
Destany and 19 other area high school seniors were selected to compete in the basketball match-up.
The 20 All-Stars will be divided into two teams for the contest.
(Posted 3/27/2012 04:22 pm)
Destany LeAnn Mungia has been selected to play in the third annual Victoria College/Chick-Fil-A Area All-Star Game at the Victoria College Gym at 6 p.m. on March 28.Destany and 19 other area high school seniors were selected to compete in the basketball match-up.
The 20 All-Stars will be divided into two teams for the contest.
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