Witness Observes Atlantis Launch from Kennedy Space Center
Daniel A. Miles, son of LuAnna Miles of Del Rio, observed Space Shuttle Atlantis launch from Kennedy Space Center Florida on November 15 as a guest of Carl J. Meade US Air Force Lt. Col. The mission remained classified for the Department of Defense and was delayed from July to November.
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Daniel A. Miles
LuAnna Miles
del Rio
Kennedy Space Center
Florida
Carl J. Meade
USAF
Department of Defense
Earth
Alumni to Meet for 1991 UT Texas Independence Day Plans
UT Alumni announce final plans for the 1991 gathering to honor Texas Independence Day. Jesse Fernandez, president, says a meeting will be held Tuesday at 7 p.m. in the Del Rio National Bank Conference Center to discuss events and guest Col. Joh Blaha, visiting March 2 for navigation training flight, will speak on the current space program.
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University of Texas
Jesse Fernandez
del Rio National Bank
Joh Blaha
Fernandez
Winter Visitor Welcome Party in Del Rio Planned
Del Rio to host the ninth annual Winter Visitor Welcome Party Sunday December 9 from 3 to 5 p m at the Civic Center 1915 Avenue F. Snow Birds returning for the season will enjoy tamales border buttermilk soft drinks coffee and the Amistad Sams will serve homemade cookies. Entertainment includes the Cactus Twirlers Falcon Squares Road Runner Square Dance Clubs and the Eighth Grade Band.
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del Rio
Chamber of Commerce
de Rio
Civic Center
Avenue F
Amistad Sams
Cactus Twirlers
Falcon Squares
Road Runner
Export snag worries Texas Department of Agriculture livestock facility
TDA faces backlash as per head fees and Mexican inspections pressuring cattle and sheep shipments at Cienegas Road facility. Marketing Director Darrell McDonald criticizes rigid, ground inspections and seeks relief while noting potential impact on the sheep industry and slaughter plans amid evolving Mexican regulations.
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Texas Department of Agriculture
Cienegas Road
TDA
Darrell McDonald
McDonald
Mex
Ican
Mexico
Reta Petterson
McDonald Said, Dr. Petterson
Texas
Night Parade Features Sparky Fire Dog Ride
Sparky the fire dog leads a mobile float with several children and firefighters atop an old fire engine during Saturday’s annual Christmas Night Parade.
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Sparky
Del Rio Chamber Hosts Texas Travel Counselors Tour
The Del Rio Chamber of Commerce, sponsored by the Texas Travel Industry Association, will host State Travel Counselors on a study tour starting December 4. VIP visitors include managers of 12 tourist bureaus and officials from the Highway Department Tourism Division, plus Bruce Neal and Bob Phillips. They will tour local sites such as Alamo Village, Whitehead Memorial Museum, Val Verde Winery, and Amistad Dam with meals at Holiday Inn and a dinner at Crosby's Restaurant.
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The
del Rio Chamber of Commerce
Texas Travel Industry Association
Chamber
Highway Department Tourism Division
Austin
Bruce Neal
Bob Phillips
Classic Attractions
del Rio
Alamo Village
Whitehead
Night Parade Lights Up Streets With Many Floats
More than 15 floats highlighted the third annual Christmas Night Parade on Saturday, ending at Greenwood Park with a tree lighting. Mayor's Trophy prizes were awarded in four categories including Laughlin Air Force Base for Corporate and Armed Forces, San Felipe Creek Walk Association for Civic Religious or Social, Howard College of Nursing for Educational Secondary, and Ruben Chavira Just Say No Club for Educational Primary riding the Queen City Transit trolley.
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Greenwood Park
Laughlin Air Force Base
San Felipe Creek
Ruben Chavira
Queen City
Lights Mark Tree Lighting at Greenwood Park Ceremony
A Saturday night ceremony lit a tree at Greenwood Park drawing a large crowd that watched the event.
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Greenwood Park
Lake Amistad Festival of Lights Parade Sets Sail
Fifteen vessels entered the Lake Amistad Festival of Lights second annual event with boats in pleasure, cruiser, houseboat and sailboat classes. Spectators can view the water parade from Black Brush Point, Diablo East, Governor's Landing and nearby docks before a 9 p.m awards ceremony.
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Lake Amistad
Black Brush Point
Diablo East
Cliff Area
Harbor Area
Governor’s Landing
Diablo East Dock Area
A&M mascot creator and Del Rio dog trainer Carrel
Val Verde County profile of Raymond Carrel and his lifework transforming family dogs into show collies. He built Reveille V from his stock, runs 4-H dog programs and Amistad Kennel Club classes, funds shows through washes, and guides 8 to 18 year olds toward state and local dog exhibitions.
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Raymond Carrel
Carrel
Kennel Club
Carresua
Caired
Pete Mansinge
del Rio
Rament Carrel
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Lake Amistad Resort and Marina
Jack Davis
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Quality Marine
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Cripple Creek Saloon
Air Force Marina
Chris Hypke
OK Distributors
W.u Spencer
Guys Marine i
Stan Blalock
David Halley
W.W Holstrom
Val Verde County
A&m
Mary Nell Petty
Laughlin All Field
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