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Voters pick choices for November
(Posted Wed 08:24 am)
Fifty percent of the registered voters in DeWitt County made their way to the polls for the Republican and Democratic Primary elections last Tuesday. Of the 5,900 registered voters, almost 2,950 cast ballots in the primaries.
At least four local contested races were decided with party candidates chosen to be in the November general election.
Two years ago, when presidential candidates were on the ballots, 67% of the registered voters in this county voted in the primaries.
There will be a runoff election for those that voted in the Republican Primary. It will be between Eddie Zamora and Paul Haring More
(Posted Wed 08:24 am)
Fifty percent of the registered voters in DeWitt County made their way to the polls for the Republican and Democratic Primary elections last Tuesday. Of the 5,900 registered voters, almost 2,950 cast ballots in the primaries.
At least four local contested races were decided with party candidates chosen to be in the November general election.
Two years ago, when presidential candidates were on the ballots, 67% of the registered voters in this county voted in the primaries.
There will be a runoff election for those that voted in the Republican Primary. It will be between Eddie Zamora and Paul Haring More
Weldon releases 'Whitey on the Ranch"
(Posted Wed 08:37 am)
DeWitt County’s newest author, Stayton Weldon has released his book “Whitey on the Ranch”.
Weldon will signing copies of the book Saturday, March 13, from 10 to 4 at Millies On Main in Cuero. Copies of the book are available at Wagner Hardware, Ful-O-Pep Ranch Center, and DeWitt Producers Coop. in Cuero.
Weldon said this book was written for his grandchildren but it will appeal to all ages.
“Whitey” is Weldon’s 1997 GMC pickup and the book was written from the truck’s viewpoint. It covers the time from when it was new through 144,000 miles with most of those More
(Posted Wed 08:37 am)
DeWitt County’s newest author, Stayton Weldon has released his book “Whitey on the Ranch”.Weldon will signing copies of the book Saturday, March 13, from 10 to 4 at Millies On Main in Cuero. Copies of the book are available at Wagner Hardware, Ful-O-Pep Ranch Center, and DeWitt Producers Coop. in Cuero.
Weldon said this book was written for his grandchildren but it will appeal to all ages.
“Whitey” is Weldon’s 1997 GMC pickup and the book was written from the truck’s viewpoint. It covers the time from when it was new through 144,000 miles with most of those More
Deputies arrest two men
(Posted Wed 08:36 am)
Two arrests were made last week by DeWitt County Sheriff’s Office involving separate incidents.
A 40-year-old man was arrested February 2nd and charged with second degree felony injury to a child. The man was accused of bruising and injuring his infant daughter. His bond was set at $20,000. The man’s name was withheld to protect the identify of the child.
Also early last week a 63-year-old DeWitt County man was injured and charged with two counts of prohibited sexual conduct.
Sheriff Jode Zavesky and Investigator Carl Bowen said a complaint was filed by the man’s middle age daughter that the More
(Posted Wed 08:36 am)
Two arrests were made last week by DeWitt County Sheriff’s Office involving separate incidents.
A 40-year-old man was arrested February 2nd and charged with second degree felony injury to a child. The man was accused of bruising and injuring his infant daughter. His bond was set at $20,000. The man’s name was withheld to protect the identify of the child.
Also early last week a 63-year-old DeWitt County man was injured and charged with two counts of prohibited sexual conduct.
Sheriff Jode Zavesky and Investigator Carl Bowen said a complaint was filed by the man’s middle age daughter that the More
Crime stoppers starts here
(Posted Wed 08:35 am)
Sheriff Jode Zavesky announced that the DeWitt County Sheriff’s Office has launched a crime stoppers program in DeWitt County.
Sheriff Zavesky explained, “Crime touches all lives, directly or indirectly.”
He noted, Crime Stoppers, which began in 1976, is a successful non-profit community-based organization which combines the cooperative efforts of the community, the media, and law enforcement in the fight against crime. Guaranteeing anonymity and a cash reward, Crime Stoppers encourages the public to call with information that leads to the arrest of persons committing crimes.
Figures as of 03/01/2010 for Crime Stoppers USA.
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(Posted Wed 08:35 am)
Sheriff Jode Zavesky announced that the DeWitt County Sheriff’s Office has launched a crime stoppers program in DeWitt County.
Sheriff Zavesky explained, “Crime touches all lives, directly or indirectly.”
He noted, Crime Stoppers, which began in 1976, is a successful non-profit community-based organization which combines the cooperative efforts of the community, the media, and law enforcement in the fight against crime. Guaranteeing anonymity and a cash reward, Crime Stoppers encourages the public to call with information that leads to the arrest of persons committing crimes.
Figures as of 03/01/2010 for Crime Stoppers USA.
According to More
'Coolest' city vote
(Posted Wed 08:35 am)
Cuero has been nominated, through the Cuero Development Corporation, as one of Amercia's Coolest Small Towns. Cuero is in the running along with 20 other small town cities in the U.S. The results will be announced in the September 2010 issue of Budget Travel Magazine. The deadline to vote is May 9th.
Click on the America's Coolest Small Town website at www.budgettravel.com/bt-dyn/content/article/2010/01/28/AR2010012802688 to cast your vote. You can vote daily and every two hours apart. Cuero is in third place at the moment so please vote and forward this email to all your contacts, have More
(Posted Wed 08:35 am)
Cuero has been nominated, through the Cuero Development Corporation, as one of Amercia's Coolest Small Towns. Cuero is in the running along with 20 other small town cities in the U.S. The results will be announced in the September 2010 issue of Budget Travel Magazine. The deadline to vote is May 9th.
Click on the America's Coolest Small Town website at www.budgettravel.com/bt-dyn/content/article/2010/01/28/AR2010012802688 to cast your vote. You can vote daily and every two hours apart. Cuero is in third place at the moment so please vote and forward this email to all your contacts, have More
DeWitt Briefs
DeWitt Briefs
(Posted Wed 09:07 am)
Jail dedication March 13
There will be a dedication ceremony for the new DeWitt County Law Enforcement Center on Saturday, March 13, at 10 a.m. It will be at the jail and the public is invited to attend. There will be tours and open house of the new facility. The county-wide Jail Study Committee will be recognized.
St. Michael’s registration
St. Michael’s School will hold registration for the 2010-2011 school year throughout the month of March. In conjunction with registration, and to help facilitate those who work during normal school hours, an open house and evening registration will More
(Posted Wed 09:07 am)
Jail dedication March 13
There will be a dedication ceremony for the new DeWitt County Law Enforcement Center on Saturday, March 13, at 10 a.m. It will be at the jail and the public is invited to attend. There will be tours and open house of the new facility. The county-wide Jail Study Committee will be recognized.
St. Michael’s registration
St. Michael’s School will hold registration for the 2010-2011 school year throughout the month of March. In conjunction with registration, and to help facilitate those who work during normal school hours, an open house and evening registration will More
DeWitt Briefs
(Posted 2/24/2010 09:21 am)
Black History Celebration
The African American Mirage Heritage Association is requesting support for the Historic Black History Celebration to be held at Quinn Chapel Missionary Methodist Church, Reverend Lester Adams, Pastor, 112 Threlkeld St., Cuero, on Sunday, Feb. 27, at 10 a.m. starting with a historic march. There also will be a food booth and bazaar celebrating the organization code and historic program beginning at 10:30 a.m. For more information call Joyce Williams Spears at 832-656-8743 or Amanda Bryant at 275-9404.
Benefit blood drive
Cuero Volunteer Fire Department along with Mount Vernon Mills in conjunction with The More
(Posted 2/24/2010 09:21 am)
Black History Celebration
The African American Mirage Heritage Association is requesting support for the Historic Black History Celebration to be held at Quinn Chapel Missionary Methodist Church, Reverend Lester Adams, Pastor, 112 Threlkeld St., Cuero, on Sunday, Feb. 27, at 10 a.m. starting with a historic march. There also will be a food booth and bazaar celebrating the organization code and historic program beginning at 10:30 a.m. For more information call Joyce Williams Spears at 832-656-8743 or Amanda Bryant at 275-9404.
Benefit blood drive
Cuero Volunteer Fire Department along with Mount Vernon Mills in conjunction with The More
DeWitt Briefs
(Posted 2/10/2010 09:02 am)
Valentine dinner, dance
The Charlie Prause Band of Houston will provide music for dancing following a gourmet buffet dinner on Saturday, Feb. 13, at the VFW Hall hosted by the DeWitt County Historical Commission. Prizes for best attire in keeping with the theme ‘Formal Wear Past and Present’ will be awarded. Attendees may wear dressy clothing or formal wear of any time period. Tickets are $40 from Peggy Ledbetter at the courthouse. The menu includes roast beef, chicken marsala, smoked salmon, fresh vegetables, and apple dumplings al-a-mode. The deadline to purchase tickets is 10 a.m. Wednesday and no More
(Posted 2/10/2010 09:02 am)
Valentine dinner, dance
The Charlie Prause Band of Houston will provide music for dancing following a gourmet buffet dinner on Saturday, Feb. 13, at the VFW Hall hosted by the DeWitt County Historical Commission. Prizes for best attire in keeping with the theme ‘Formal Wear Past and Present’ will be awarded. Attendees may wear dressy clothing or formal wear of any time period. Tickets are $40 from Peggy Ledbetter at the courthouse. The menu includes roast beef, chicken marsala, smoked salmon, fresh vegetables, and apple dumplings al-a-mode. The deadline to purchase tickets is 10 a.m. Wednesday and no More
DeWitt Briefs
(Posted 2/3/2010 10:12 am)
Central DeWitt banquet
Central DeWitt County Wildlife Management Association will host it's annual Buck and Coyote Contest Awards Banquet on Saturday, February 6, at the Cuero VFW. The doors will open at 6:00 p.m.
Chamber ribbon cuttings
The Cuero Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon cutting ceremony for Cuero Community Hospital's expansion and historical exhibit unveiling on Thursday, Feb. 4 at 5 p.m.. The ribbon cutting will take place in the Courtyard of Angels. The public is invited to attend.
The Cuero Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon cutting ceremony for the grand opening of the More
(Posted 2/3/2010 10:12 am)
Central DeWitt banquet
Central DeWitt County Wildlife Management Association will host it's annual Buck and Coyote Contest Awards Banquet on Saturday, February 6, at the Cuero VFW. The doors will open at 6:00 p.m.
Chamber ribbon cuttings
The Cuero Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon cutting ceremony for Cuero Community Hospital's expansion and historical exhibit unveiling on Thursday, Feb. 4 at 5 p.m.. The ribbon cutting will take place in the Courtyard of Angels. The public is invited to attend.
The Cuero Chamber of Commerce will host a ribbon cutting ceremony for the grand opening of the More
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