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A.D. Ibarra
-Siete Lomas Park
A report was received by County Commissioner Roberto Ruiz of the possible sighting of an alligator at a small pond in Siete Lomas Park where a female witness testified she had seen a large reptile eating a duck or water fowl.
Commissioner Ruiz contacted Cody Buckaloo of the Texas Department of Parks & Wildlife who was hesitant about the existence of this particular animal as no tracks were found, but he did confess that the animals have been sighted all along the Rio Grande.
He asks that parents and especially children beware of the possibility of the existence of alligators in our area.
A Ten Month Old Toddler Nearly Drowns In Bath Tub; Transported To San Antonio, Texas Via Airlife
Maverick County Sheriff's Office(PRESS RELEASE) - On Tuesday October 10, 2013, at approximately 12:00 am Maverick County Sheriff's Deputies were dispatched to Fort Duncan Regional Medical Center in reference to a 10 month old male toddler that had possibly drowned in bathroom tub.
Couple Covered in Multiple Stab Wounds and Blood
(press release)
On wednesday, october 9, 2013, at approximately 9:54 pm, the Eagle Pass Police Department was dispatched to 213 Medina Street.
Officers from squad B were informed upon arrival that an adult male and female were in the bedroom unconscious. The first officer at the scene made entry to the bedroom where he found a couple covered in multiple stab wounds and blood.
An apparent struggle was evident between the couple.
The female was pronounced dead upon arrival and male was transported to the Fort Duncan Hospital. The male is currently waiting to be transported via Air Life to Universal Hospital in San Antonio, Texas for further treatment.
The Eagle Pass Police Department has previously responded to said address for numerous complaints of family violence. This case was turned over to the Criminal Investigation for further investigation.
Press Release
-Eagle Pass October 8, 2013 4:00 P.M. Statement from Chief Granato
Regarding reports in the media concerning officers being suspended or officers fired. The department has various internal investigations at any given time. Employee discipline is not discussed with the media as employees are entitled to privacy. However, in an effort to provide accurate information we find it necessary to address the specific accounts circulating in the media today regarding the alleged termination of two police officers. Presently, those media accounts are inaccurate.
Dignitaries and staff members at San Luis Elementary participated in National Walk and Bike to School festivities as State Representative Alfonso Nevarez, EPISD Superintendent Gilbert Gonzlaez and representatives of the Texas Department of Health joined the Fightin’ Cardinals and Principal Sylvia Saucedo in stressing an awareness of the healthy and worthwhile endeavor which is walking to school and/or riding your bicycle to school on a daily basis. Superintendent Gonzalez mentioned a very good point in that the students are excited, alert and ready to capture the day’s objectives after the brisk walk.” Nevarez said it is a great opportunity to spend time with your children.
A.D. Ibarra
-Southwest HS, San Antonio, TX
The Mighty Eagle Marching Band under the direction of David Solis returned with a 2nd Place finish from "Drums Along the Medina" the marching contest hosted by the Dragons of Southwest High School. CC Winn's Thundering Maverick Marching Band Placed also brought back a 3rd Place from the contest. The Mighty Eagle Marching Band impressed the judges with their version of "Qidam," a show we have already done in the past, an award winning performance back in 2005 under then director Raul Gonzalez.
Press Release
-Maverick County Sheriff's Office
Maverick County Sheriff Tom Schmerber announced today the company GEO as of November will no longer be managing the prison located North of Eagle Pass. The Sheriff spoke in simpler terms stating to the citizens of Maverick County that this unfortunate situation will have no effect on the operation of the prison. The Sheriff would also like to clarify to the residents of Maverick County that the prison will not close and he is working closely together with Commissioner's Court on options that are available to the county.
A.D. Ibarra
-Eagle Pass
As Americans attempt to select a health care provider through the site of the Affordable Care Act, they have been finding that the site which has been placed to handle the high number of initial requests has been saturated to the point of inactivity which has been yet another criticism of the legislation by the Republican Party.
Much like our very own John Salazar stated in his fabulous 'Uphill and Against the Wind' this past weekend, the Budget Blackout which has been highly publicized and heavily criticized, comes in the wake of political backlash which is a direct attack on anything Obama and has no place in the American landscape, however, Humberto Duran of the United Medical Centers, has advised the public that they should not be discouraged, The Affordable Care Act has even taken this into consideration and one can opt to access the program through their toll free telephone lines as well.
He also says that citizens should not worry as another provision of this legislation is that the open marketplace opened October 1st, but you have through March 30th to be able to find the health care that is right for you before then.
Sandra Selina Mendoza Crowned 2013 Homecoming Queen
A.D. Ibarra
-Foster-Veterans
Memorial Stadium
Besides the fact that the Eagle Pass Eagles were busy defeating the United South Panthers on the field, halftime found the pageantry of 2013 Homecoming activities as Sandra Mendoza and Chris Perez were crowned Homecoming Queen and King representing the Lady Eagles Softball Team. Mendoza was appropriately crowned by last year's Queen and King Jessica Garcia and Roland Rodriguez who came back to make their final official appearance as Eagle Pass Eagles.
Briana Carreon and Carmelo Casas, representing Student Council were crowned Princess and Prince, Bethanny Vielma and Pedro Gonzalez representing the Cheereleaders were crowned Dutchess and Duke.
Gabriela Victoria Sifuentes and Juan Carlos Rodriguez II, Madelynne Abigael Santos and Aiden James Muñoz, Ana Cristina Valdez and Mario Ernesto Rodriguez, Rylee Lynn Gloria and Marcos Rodriguez and Carissa Ileana Morin and Diego Sifuentes all accompanied the winners and all other participants onto the field at the onset of the ceremony.
Eagle Pass Police Dept. and DEA conduct riad at local homes; four arrested
EAGLE PASS, Texas -- On Thursday, October 3, 2013, at approximately 10:25 am, The Eagle Pass Police Department with assistance from the Drug Enforcement Administration, executed a State Search Warrant at 127 Colorado Street. At the scene three males, one female, and one male juvenile were detained for investigation. All four adults were formally charged and arrested for numerous charges. Armando Narciso Ramirez, 24, Jesus Mendoza, Jr., 27, Mark Anthony Ojeda, 21, and Aidee Azucena Ramirez, 38 all of Eagle Pass, Texas were arrested. Defendants are being charged with Possession of Marijuana with intent to Distribute, Possession of Cocaine with Intent to Distribute, and Possession of a Controlled Substance with Intent to Distribute.
