State Capital Highlights

Panel sets $7 billion minimum for Rainy Day Fund

On Dec. 11, a Senate-House joint committee empaneled to adopt a sufficient balance for the state’s “rainy day fund” approved $7 billion as the floor for it. Properly titled the Economic Stabilization Fund, the oil and gas tax-fueled pool of money was created by constitutional amendment in 1988 when oil was selling as low as $10 a barrel, causing state […]

Poteet receives early Christmas present

Rep. Cuellar, USDA grant over $3.1 million for water facility improvements

Congressman Henry Cuellar (D-TX28) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Department of Rural Development, has awarded the City of Poteet, a federal grant of $1,220,000 and a loan of $1,875,000 to fund improvements to City of Poteet’s existing water system. The USDA has given the City of Poteet 40 years to repay the over $1.8 million loan with a […]

Article well written



We have just read the landman article in your paper following the interview with Leon Zabava. We want to thank Leon for his time and energy spent writing the article. Our oldest daughter, Kara, had met Thelma Cardwell-Cale in San Antonio and after a short visit, she told Leon about their meeting, and that this lady (Kara) said her father […]

THE PLEASANTON POLICE DEPARTMENT CRIME REPORT LOG

December 9- December 15, 2014

Accident, Minor on Oaklawn (5), Second St., Commerce, Main St., Reed St., Sixth St.Assault on GoodwinBurglary of a Habitation on San AntonioBurglary of a Vehicle on Eagle View, WeemsCriminal Mischief on Goodwin, Bette Dr., San Antonio St.Disturbance on Stadium Dr., Quail HollowDriving While Intoxicated on Crockett St.Harassment on Austin St.Possession of Controlled Substance on OaklawnPossible Drug Activity on OaklawnPublic Intoxication […]

Let it snow



If all you want for Christmas is to have some snow Cowboy Fellowship is bringing it to town! Friday December 19th from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday December 20th from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cowboy Fellowship will be a hosting a snow day. Full of worship, fellowship and snow. Tickets are only $10 each and include playing […]

U. S. Congressman Henry Cuellar honors Judge Diana Bautista




Atascosa County Judge Diana Bautista is retiring and U. S. Congressman Henry Cuellar made a surprise visit to the courthouse Monday morning, December 15, to honor her. Dr. Cuellar presented her with a plaque with this message, “ I rise today to honor the exceptional career of Atascosa County Judge Diana Bautista. Judge Bautista has served the people of South […]

$5,000 CASH REWARD

Arson investigation needs info

The Atascosa County Fire Marshal along with Crime Stoppers is hoping that a FIVE THOUSAND-DOLLAR cash reward being offered for one week only will help solve a reported arson located in the 700 block of San Antonio Street, located in the city of Pleasanton. On November 26, 2014 at about 6:00 p.m. emergency personnel were dispatched to the 700 block […]

Closed For Christmas



Reindeer Bucks winners announced




Lots of folks registered for the Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce and area merchants Reindeer Bucks shopping spree. The chamber gave away $500 worth of gift certificates to those who registered. Winners were announced during the Downtown Pleasanton Merchants Association event last Saturday, December 13. Businesses also participated in the fun and offered gift certificates or items to encourage shoppers to […]

Christmas services set



All Saints Episcopal Join All Saints Episcopal Church at 6:30 p.m. on Christmas Eve to sing your favorite Christmas songs and carols. Their traditional Candlelight Service begins at 7 p.m. with the Rev. Craig Pooser, celebrant. After the service they will enjoy refreshments and fellowship with gift bags for the children. The church is located at Hwy. 97 in Pleasanton. […]