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College administrators and board members confirmed Southwest Texas College credits are valid at any public university in the state, and said at an April 16 meeting rumors of issues are years-old and “unfounded.” Dual credit director Savanna Martinez presented on the high school programs, which serve students at 33 campuses across 24 districts. Afterward, board members questioned course transferability to […]
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Man falls asleep, crashes into church
Building was empty at time of wreckUvalde EMS transported a man to University Hospital in San Antonio for treatment around 7:30 p.m. April 26 after he crashed a truck and trailer into the stone exterior of First Presbyterian Church on North Getty Street. While the accident happened on a Sunday, it was late enough in the evening that nobody was at the church. The driver — […]
Suspect at-large in Uvalde Estates armed robbery
One arrested so far in T-shirt deal gone wrongOne arrested so far in T-shirt deal gone wrong, Uvalde County Sheriff’s Office said investigation remains ongoing as of April 30
Uvalde High School Illusions place ninth at state
The Uvalde Illusions, Uvalde High School’s winter guard and percussion ensemble, placed ninth out of 12 groups at Texas Educational Colorguard Association state competition on April 11 in Kingsville. “The students fundraised everything to make this season happen. Fundraising to purchase music, uniforms, props, meals and transportation,” band director Marcos Molina said. “Every student worked past what they thought was […]
Uvalde grad part of moon mission
NASA engineer still remembers his high school algebra teacherFor Luis Saucedo, a Uvalde High School class of 1995 graduate and NASA engineer, the safe return of the Artemis II crew from their lunar flyby mission marked the highlight of his career. Saucedo is the Orion spacecraft’s vehicle integration manager, and he played a pivotal role in sending astronauts to the moon for the first time in 50 years. […]
Shooting suspect arrested for auto theft
Zavala County Sheriff’s Office deputies arrested Nicholas Bazzano, 17, on April 4 after he allegedly initiated a high-speed chase in a stolen vehicle, crashed and fled on foot. The mother of the vehicle’s owner believes Bazzano planned the crime for months. According to ZCSO, deputy Homero Arredondo saw a Silver GMC Sierra truck, which had been reported stolen in Uvalde […]
Rep. Tony Gonzales announces resignation
With just months left in his third and final term, U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales submitted his resignation effective April 14, succumbing to mounting pressure from his peers over allegations of sexual harassment. “There is a season for everything and God has a plan for us all. When Congress returns tomorrow, I will file my retirement from office. It has been […]
Sabinal promotes coach Stiteler to athletic director
Sabinal Independent School District’s board of trustees selected Hank Stiteler, current defensive coordinator and track coach, as their new athletic director on April 13 out of 34 applicants. Stiteler, a 23-year veteran coach and teacher, will fill the position upon Jeff Kowalski’s exit. Kowalski served as the Yellowjackets’ AD for six years and will retire at the end of the […]
Rep. Tony Gonzales resigns
FREEWith just months left in his third and final term, Rep. Tony Gonzales announced his resignation on April 13, succumbing to mounting pressure from his peers over allegations of sexual harassment. “There is a season for everything and God has a plan for us all. When Congress returns tomorrow, I will file my retirement from office. It has been my […]
Early voting begins April 20 for school board races
Early voting for school board elections begins April 20, and races in Uvalde and Nueces Canyon’s school districts are contested. Election day is May 2. Early voting runs through April 28, though polling places will be closed April 21 for San Jacinto Day. The last day to request a ballot by mail is April 20, and ballots must be received […]
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