The journey to Irma Sanchez’s first book, “Los Tejanos De Bexar,” began with her mission to shine a light on her great-greatgrandfather, Luis Castañon. An important part of Texas history, Castañon participated in the Siege of Bexar in the fall of 1835. Along with Sanchez’s family’s history, the fictional book includes the untold stories of Tejanos who participated in the […]
Living
Share the gift of life, register for bone marrow program
Bernal in need of stem cell transplantCould you be the potential match for those in need of a stem cell transplant? You can join the donor registry through NMDP, formerly known as Be The Match, to find out and help those like Erica Bernal. After her annual physical, some of her lab results were off. She was sent to a hematologist and a bone marrow biopsy […]
Sweepstakes for Poteet Aggie Band
On Tuesday, March 5, the Poteet High School band wrote history at the University Interscholastic League (UIL) Region 11 Concert and Sight Reading Evaluation at Pleasanton High School. The band earned Division I (“Superior”) ratings in both their Concert and Sight Reading portions of the evaluation, which are the highest ratings possible. As a result, the Fighting Aggie Band has […]
Eagle Band at Disney
Members of the Mighty Pleasanton Eagle Band are currently embarking on the trip of a lifetime this spring break. They were invited to perform at Disney World in Orlando, Florida. Through a fundraising campaign, they were able to raise much-needed funds for the trip. They send a special thank you to all of the sponsors and those who have supported […]
Eagle Band honored
Congratulations to the Symphonic Band and the Wind Ensemble on their performances recently at UIL Concert and Sight Reading. The Symphonic Band receiveda1fromallsix judges for an overall rating of Superior in both stage and sight reading and earning a Sweepstakes. The Wind Ensemble received straight 1s on stage and two 2s and a 1 in sight reading, for an overall […]
Medical Benefit for Rick Flores March 24
Poteet City Councilman Rick Flores, who serves as Poteet Mayor ProTem and Poteet VFD President, is in need of the community’s support. A fundraiser is planned for Sunday, March 24, to assist with his mounting medical expenses from 11 a.m. until sold out. Stop by the Poteet Fire Station and purchase a BBQ plate which will include chicken, rice, beans […]
THE GIFT OF BOOKS
Atascosa-McMullen Retired School Personnel received 14 cases of free books from Pleasanton H-E-B. These Forever Books are distributed through the county schools each year for students to take home. AMRSP has purchased many books from H-E-B in previous years because they are reasonably priced, durable, popular topics and many are bilingual. Pictured from left are: Jason Smith, top store leader; […]
Upcoming Easter Egg Hunt events planned
Easter Fun in Poteet The City of Poteet and Poteet Chamber of Commerce invite the community to their Easter Fun at Poteet Canyon Park on March 16. The festivities will take place from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. They are accepting donations of Easter items at Poteet City Hall such as plastic eggs, baskets, candy, etc. If you would like to be […]
Foster, Adopt meeting
An important, informative meeting will take place on March 26 from 6:30-8 p.m. at Community Bible Chapel, located at 1176 W. Oaklawn Rd. in Pleasanton. This meeting is for those interested in adoption or becoming foster parents. Discover the profound impact of fostering and explore various opportunities for the church and community to get involved. Registration for the meeting is […]