Cursing is not a flattering form of speech for the speaker and certainly not for any intended or even incidental target. Of course, in Texiz and much of the Old South, we don’t say “cursing,” we refer to the vile verbal bile as “cussin’.” My mother’s list of unacceptable words was endless. On the other hand, Dad’s raising was more […]
Stock show breaks records … again
Sales total $786,155 for Atascosa youthThough the sales price for the Grand Champion steer was down from last year’s record-breaking amount, the 61st Atascosa County Livestock Show held its own and came out as another one for the books overall. Total sales of $786,155 were up $39,155 from 2014’s auction – with 286 participating in the auction. Last year’s sales list had 259. There were […]
More on drive-thru
This regards the complaint about the Poteet Wells Fargo drive-up window, or lack thereof. Recently, many banks across the country have closed due to the economy. This branch, while it is small, is very convenient to so many of us in the part of the county, and closing it would certainly inconvenience us. The employees are pleasant, accommodating and the […]
Governor Perry ends tenure with final address to lawmakers
State Capital HighlightsGov. Rick Perry delivered his farewell address to a joint session of the House and Senate on Jan. 15. Before recounting various aspects of the state’s performance during his record-breaking tenure as chief executive, Perry said, “I have come here to reflect on what we have done together, and to say farewell. But most of all, to tell you it […]
Best chalupas ever
The Way I See ItDriving down Hwy. 281 and seeing the rubble of an old building sent a pang from my heart down to my stomach. My heart first because I loved Arguijo’s restaurant so much in its heyday. Victoria and Jesus Arguijo ran this establishment with such ease. You see, it was more than a place to eat or knock back a few […]
THE PLEASANTON POLICE DEPARTMENT CRIME REPORT LOG
Janury 13 – January 19, 2015 Accident -Hunt St., Main St.Accident, Minor -Oaklawn (2)Accident, Major -Hwy 97 EAggravated Assault -SecondBurglary Hwy 97 E.Burglary, Building -CollegeBurglary, Habitation-Oaklawn, Colony, Sandy Ln.Burglary, Vehicle -Brush Country, Oaklawn, First St.Child in Vehicle-Main St.Criminal Mischief -OaklawnDisturbance -Oaklawn, Bensdale, Spur St., Veteran’s Memorial Rd., Adams, Stadium Dr., WinshipDriving While Intoxicated -Goodwin, Oaklawn, Second St.Harassment-OaklawnMissing Person-GoodwinPublic Intoxication-TradeReckless Driver-ColwellShots […]
Council honors three; discusses contract for City Manager in executive session
The Pleasanton City Council agenda was full for the January 15 meeting – the first meeting held since the December 4 regular session. Present were Mayor Clint Powell, Doug Best, District 1, Abraham Saenz, District 2; Diana Prasifka, District 3; J.R. Gallegos, District 4, Roger Garza, District 5 and Jeanne Israel, District 6. Scotty Smith from Cowboy Fellowship, gave the […]
WHERE ARE THEY?
Greg Cisnero, 26, was last seen in Jourdanton on January 11, 2014. If anyone has information please contact Jourdanton Police Department. 830-769-2241. Michelle Longoria- Villarreal, 33, was last seen on FM 173 on January 31, 2014. She was wearing blue jeans and black fitted shirt. If anyone has information please contact Atascosa County Sheriff’s department at 830-769-3434.