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Cafe Chris with community’s help will rise from the ashes

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Beloved owners comfortable giving but not used to taking help


Monday, March 11 was a busy day at Café Chris in Pleasanton. Owners Mary Rodriguez and Erica Lopez were short-staffed but both women rolled up their sleeves and helped unload $4,600 worth of food and produce. At the end of the day, Mary locked up for the evening and headed home only to be woken up by Erica at 11 […]

POTEET SPLASH PARK OFFICIALLY OPEN

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The City of Poteet and Poteet Chamber of Commerce welcomed a large crowd of visitors to come celebrate their new Splash Park located at Canyon Park Tuesday afternoon. The 4,500 square foot project was completed by RAH Contracting, LLC just in time for spring break. The park is open now through the summer.

Pleasanton police arrest three in shooting incident

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Investigators find three suspects in Pleasanton, Jourdanton and Poteet


Three men have been arrested by Pleasanton Police following an investigation into a shooting that occurred on Sunday, March 3. Pleasanton police were dispatched to a residence in the 400 block of Water Street around 2:30 a.m. on March 3 and found a male victim inside with multiple gunshot wounds throughout his body and missing multiple fingers from his hand. […]

Two local races headed to runoff election

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County Attorney decision comes May 28, Louis re-elected as DA


Two local races are headed to the Republican Primary Runoff on May 28. County Attorney candidates Molly Groesbeck Solis and incumbent Lucinda Vickers are headed to the runoff as both were separated by 317 votes. On the other hand, the Pct. 4 Constable race will continue with John “Andy” Rutherford and Ernest “EJ” Lozano. “In a three-way race, a runoff […]

2024 MARCH PRIMARY UNOFFICIAL RESULTS

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Poteet ISD seeks $65M bond

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Bond steering committee makes recommendations


Poteet ISD is feeling a good pinch of growth making district leaders search for ways to accommodate students and staff while maintaining the safety standards of today’s public schools. With the help of a steering committee while studying many facets of improving campuses and accommodating growth, it was the recommendation that a $65 million bond be put on the ballot […]

County to hire Animal Control Director

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Atascosa County commissioners voted to create the position of Animal Control Director at its regular meeting held on Monday. Atascosa County Judge Weldon Cude presented the motion while commissioners voted for the position with Pct. 3 Commissioner Eliseo Perez abstained from the vote. Cude said the county will be hiring Sarah Rihn, who has been with the San Antonio Humane […]

Jourdanton city council votes for interlocal agreement with county

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Interlocal agreement with county would aid in law enforcement support services


A Board of Adjustment meeting was held Monday, March 4 before the regular Jourdanton City Council meeting. The Public Hearing was regarding a variance request from El Shaldei Church of God located at 2303 Brown Avenue. They want to add a 13 ft. by 13 ft. awning to the building’s front to protect parishioners when it is raining. It will […]

Out and About

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Poteet Public Library Spring Break events March 13- St. Patrick’s Day craft and March 14- Movie with Popcorn, 2-3 p.m. on both days. Wings & Wheels on March 16 Sponsored by City of Pleasanton and Lillian R. Cashmer Insurance Agency at Municipal Airport from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Static air and car show. Come meet regional pilots and car enthusiasts. Enjoy […]

Molina officially named city manager

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Jourdanton city council votes unanimously on contract agreement


Jourdanton City Council voted unanimously to offer a contract to newly selected City Manager Debbie Molina on Monday. “I have to thank the council for giving me this opportunity,” Molina said. “I’m very honored to continue working for the City of Jourdanton.” Molina signed a two-year contract that will pay her a $100,000 base salary annually. The terms of the […]


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