UCISD safety plan I am writing to express my concerns regarding the implementation of the School Safety Standards at Uvalde Consolidated Independent School District. As a passionate advocate for educational excellence and safety, I believe it is crucial to address this matter with urgency and determination. First, I want to commend the school district for the commitment of our educators […]
2023-05-28
Booster club seeks members
The Uvalde Athletic Booster Club is seeking members for the 2023-24 school year. Cost for a basic club membership is $25. For more information on joining the club, access the Uvalde CISD webpage – ucisd.net/domain/1207 or e-mail club secretary Veronica Fosbenner at vvalerio23@hotmail.com. “We appreciate all that the booster club does to support the athletic department,” said UHS football […]
WWI soldiers faced two fronts: war and Spanish flu
On Armistice Day, Nov. 11, 1927, mothers of Uvalde soldiers gathered at The Grove to watch the unveiling of the bronze tablet containing their sons’ names. That same year The Grove was renamed Memorial Park in honor of servicemen who died for our country. Of the 35 names listed on the tablet, over half didn’t die in battle; they were […]
A time to honor soldiers’ sacrifice
They have come from every walk of life: salesmen, farmers, welders, clerks, housewives and even professional athletes. The thing they have in common, above all else, is that they made the ultimate sacrifice. Tomorrow, as we enjoy a holiday that may include a trip to the river or a backyard barbecue with family and friends, take a moment to reflect […]
Thomas G. Hupp
Thomas G. Hupp passed away April 21, 2023, at the age of 86 in Uvalde, Texas, with his loving wife Patricia, daughter Lisa, and faithful dog Tiger at his side. He and Patricia were devoted to one another for more than 40 years. In addition to his wife, he is survived by both of his daughters – Linda Simmons and […]
UHS cross-country coach looks to her expand program
The 2023 Uvalde High School cross-country running season will begin in August. With most of her athletes returning from last season, UHS head coach Libby Gonzales expects to have an improved performance from 2022. But Gonzales is hoping to bring depth to her program with an infusion of newcomers to the cross-country team. “We only lost a couple of runners […]
Kenneth D. Sorrells
Kenneth Dale Sorrells III, 26, of Knippa died on May 22, 2023, at his residence. A funeral service is set May 28 at 2 p.m. at Rushing-Estes-Knowles Mortuary, and interment will follow at the Knippa Cemetery. He was born on Sept. 13, 1996, in Uvalde to Lisa Lutz and Kenneth Dale Sorrells Jr. He is survived by his mother, of […]
