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June 2012 (12)
Together, Fort Clark Springs and Brackettville host one of the best hometown Independence Day celebrations to be found in Southwest Texas. This year’s celebration will be held July 6-7. It’s family-friendly fun for all ages! Best of all, admission to all events is FREE.
History. Native Americans, Spanish explorers, cowboys, Buffalo Soldiers – and assorted tourists -- have all been drawn to Las Moras Springs through the ages. It was these very springs, which made the site of such military significance, causing Fort Riley to be established in 1852, with the land leased from none other than Samuel A. Maverick. Fort Riley was renamed Fort Clark, and in 1856, the settlement of Las Moras changed its name to Brackett, after Oscar B. Brackett, who established the supply village. The two – Brackett and Fort Clark, have been two halves of the same coin since then.
Today. Brackettville and Fort Clark Springs are still thriving and drawing travelers to the area. Though no longer a military post, the fort is a favored destination for tourists and those seeking an active retirement lifestyle. Come on in for a peek into the rich history, beautiful architecture, and fascinating museum. Take a dip in the 3rd largest (and possibly coldest) natural swimming pool in Texas, if you need to cool off between activities!
Congratulations to 3 Pizza Hut leaders and a congratulations to the whole Pizza Hut team. Some in attendance said it was a "MUY" night, and the team sure did a lot of walking back and forth to the stage.
The members of our team recognized were:
Jean Moeller- RGM at El Paso Kenworthy DelCo for the "Highest Volume DelCo in the Universe" at $2 million in sales. Jaime Davalos- RGM at Carrizo Springs Red Roof for "Highest Sales Growth for a Red Roof in the Universe" and with 2 awards: David Peoples- RGM and now DM from the Pleasanton RBD/WingStreet SportsBar for "The highest Sales Growth for a RBD and for the Entire Universe"
MUY was also recognized as one of the top 4 new store developers in the system.
Your hard work, dedication to the team, and support make this all possible.
Forty-five local children will perform the beloved classic musical “The Wizard of Oz” by L. Frank Baum on Friday and Saturday, June 29-30 at 7 p.m. at the C.C. Winn Auditorium.
Tickets are only $5 and may be purchased at the door on both nights of the performance.
Cast members listed below are also selling tickets prior to the performances.
A local waring has been issued by authorities in reference to the high temperatures which have been recorded in the past few weeks in this region as the heat index has risen above the 110º mark on several occasions which can cause heat stroke in the very young or in the elderly if the necessary precautions are not taken.
Hector Chavez, Director of Public Services has informed The News Gram that 4,000 tons of trash have been collected during the current campaign of general clean-up in the past three weeks of shrubs, wood, and other waste materials.
Additionally, inspectors have issued 600 notices to residents to clean their properties of weeds and unkept areas.
Wednesday June 27th marks the day that a very special event will be held in the lobby of United Medical Centers in Eagle Pass to bring awareness to the importance of testing oneself in order to detect the deadly AIDS virus.
The City of Eagle Pass Parks and Recreation Department is announcing its 9th annual Summer Sizzler Race Series on July 4th and 14th.
"We're inviting all local athletes from South Texas and Northern Coahuila to our Summer Sizzler Race Series," stated Jorge Sanchez of the Eagle Pass PARD, "We usually get a good turnout for our races as we have had 40-60 participants each year."
The first event will be the 5K run on July 4th at 8:00 A.M. at the Eagle Pass Golf Course where six divisions will be running for cash prizes.
In two strokes of fate and luck, two local residents have been awarded $500 gift cards in one day at Ashley Furniture.
Ashley graciously donated a $500.00 prize in the annual St. Joseph's Raffle among many other community oriented events in which the company goes the extra mile for its customers in both Eagle Pass and Del Rio.
Ashley General Manager Ryan Ricks informed The News Gram that he is happy to inform the general public of the good fortune of two Ashley Furniture customers who will get to put these certificates to good use.
On June 22nd 2012, at approximately 11:24 p.m., Deputies from the Maverick County Sherriff’s Office, responded to a call in reference to a man with a knife. Deputies arrived at the scene and assisted the victim who was crouched down on the curb on his knees with a stab wound to the stomach.
An ambulance was summoned to the scene to treat the victim who was identified as Seferino Barrera from 4031 Landin Circle.
The suspect being his step son who was identified as Adan Roman Guerrero and was subsequently arrested at the scene. Mr. Guerrero was charged with aggravated assault/family violence and is awaiting to be magistrated at the Tom Bowles Detention Center.
A female suspect who was also at the scene was also taken into custody for tampering with evidence. The female suspect was identified as Maria Barrera De Maya who also resides at 4031 Landin Circle. Mrs. De Maya is the mother of the suspect in this case. Mrs. De Maya is also awaiting to be magistrated by a Justice of the Peace.
A new eatery has established itself in Eagle Pass offering our town the indulgence of freshly baked donuts, pastries and delicious coffee to get the day started off on the right foot. The Smile Donut Shop located at 1874 Garrison Street will be open 7 days a week for your breakfast needs offering a wide variety of treats on their menu including a delicious sausage/jalapeno kolach (a savory sausage link wrapped in fluffy pastry and jalapeno to add a kick), donuts in an a assortment of flavors, croissant breakfast sandwiches, breakfast burritos as well as a variety of beverages including gourmet coffee.