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Montoya sentenced to life for double murder
A Poteet man accused of killing two Leming women in 2023 pled guilty to double homicide on Monday and accepted a plea deal of life in prison without the possibility of parole. Rosendo Jesus Montoya, 28, accepted the plea as District Judge Russell H. Wilson presided over the court at the Atascosa County Justice Center in Jourdanton. Montoya is a 2013 honor graduate of Poteet High School.
Poteet VFW members attend 104th Texas VFW State Convention
Many gathered together in Dallas for the 104th Texas VFW State Convention in June. Among those attending from VFW Post 6970 in Poteet were John E. Shipley, Commander; Herman Hood, Senior Vice Commander; John Pat Clark, Service Officer and Jim Koutny, Historian. Members took part in meetings, elections, installation of...
Poteet city honors councilmember Flores
The Poteet community was left reeling with the recent loss of Rick Flores, Sr. who served on the city council for many years. All that knew him, or knew of him, would quickly say that he was a good man, a godly man, a man of the people whose serene demeanor often spread to those around him. He was the calming, practical and reasonable voice during disagreements among the council members. He was a gentle man whose compassion shone brightly to all.
PISD discusses new teacher allotment program
At the June meeting of the Pleasanton school board, TASB representative Lou Mireles presented them with a check for $3,815 which is the excess revenue from an electric cooperative in which they participate. He thanked them for their ongoing support. Superintendent’s Report. Cheryl Barron reminded the trustees that the...
City park adds local art flare with Art Connects wall
Pleasanton’s Pre-Fourth of July Bash on June 28, not only marked a celebration of freedom, but also the city’s new Art Connect Wall at the Pleasanton River Park. Dozens were in attendance for the ribbon cutting ceremony including city staff, council and residents in the community plus the local artists. Newly elected Mayor JR Gallegos made the opening greetings for the commemoration.
CAST hosts ‘Lunch & Learn’ event
The Children’s Alliance of South Texas held their Lunch and Learn Outreach and Education Program event on June 14 at the Pleasanton Civic Center. CAST Development Director Michelle King shared valuable information on what a Child Advocacy Center (CAC) is, the services they provide, the signs of abuse, how to make a report and the consequences of failure to report.
Walsh named to Kennesaw State’s Dean’s List
Grace Walsh of Pleasanton has been named to Kennesaw State University’s spring 2024 Dean’s List in recognition of academic achievement. Majoring in Industrial Engineering Technology, Walsh is among more than 7,600 students named to the spring 2024 Dean’s List. To qualify, students must earn a semester grade point average of 3.5 or higher and complete a minimum of nine credit hours.
Hagen on spring Dean’s List
Kendall Hagen of Pleasanton is among those students listed on the Dean’s List of Academic Honors at Sam Houston State University in Huntsville. These students are undergraduates who have achieved a grade point average of at least 3.5 out of a perfect 4.0 in all work attempted while enrolled in not less than 12 semester hours.
San Ysidro Clean Up Day set
The next Clean Up Day at San Ysidro Cemetery in Pleasanton is scheduled for July 13 at 8 a.m. Members, please bring mowers, weed eaters, chain saws, gloves, rakes and wheelbarrows to assist with the clean up. If your family gravesites have curbed-in plots, please come and remove old flowers and clean within the area.
Houston man sentenced for intoxication manslaughter
A drunk driver who killed a Pleasanton High School graduate and mother of three was sentenced to 13 years in prison after accepting a plea deal from the district attorney’s office on Monday at the Atascosa Justice Center in Jourdanton. Gregory Barbaro, 35, showed no emotion as he accepted...
West Texas football preview: 13 offensive lineman to watch before the 2024 season
Please consider a subscription. Much of the 2024-25 season coverage will be exclusive to subscribers. Texas high school football is fast approaching its first practices, and excitement grows as fans, players and coaches with high aspirations anticipate the return of Friday night lights in West Texas. Despite the turnover from...
Texas Lottery Confirms Texas Mega Millionaire in Tuesday Drawings
Our friends at the Texas Lottery home office in Austin, Texas are going to need to give the "check writer" some "comp time" after all the big winner checks the Texas Lottery has been asked to write in recent days. The past two Powerball drawings have created multiple financial windfalls for lottery players in the state. And, Tuesday's Mega Millions lottery drawing just gave Texas a brand new millionaire.
FEMA Extends Deadline For East Texas Disaster Assistance
East Texas Was Battered By A Series Of Severe Thunderstorms That Did Major Damage To Areas Of Tyler. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is in East Texas as storm spring storm recovery continues and they are helping homes, churches and businesses with disaster claims. Some disaster recovery centers that...
Experts – Extreme Weather To Become “Normal” In Texas
Texas saw some crazy weather last year, including extremely high temps, and 2024 is looking to bring us more. In fact, experts think this insanity may become "normal". Last year, Texas saw record breaking heat waves and 2024 is expected to be at least as hot, if not hotter. The heat isn't the only extreme weather the lone star state could see this year.
Did We Make The List? FBI’s 2024 Most Dangerous Cities In Texas
When it comes to where we live, we never want it to be considered one of the most dangerous places to live. Here is the FBI's 2024 list of most dangerous cities and one of them is not that far from us. The information is based on crime statistics from January 2023 through September 2023. Violent crimes are any crimes that include murder, rape, robbery, and aggravated assault.
TX environmental groups fight for global plastics treaty
Environmental groups in Texas are backing a proposed global plastics treaty set to be finalized by the end of the year. The treaty aims to minimize plastic's effect on the environment and make manufacturers responsible for managing plastic waste. The treaty also encourages the use of reusable options, such as single-use bags, straws and utensils.
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