Queens Fall in Tough Game Against Madison
Queens suffer a hard defeat to Madison in a close contest, with details and reaction available on page 6A.
09 Dec 2015
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Newspaper
Del Rio News Herald
Location
Del Rio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 2015
Page
1
Queens suffer a hard defeat to Madison in a close contest, with details and reaction available on page 6A.
Sunshine and few afternoon clouds described with light and variable winds. The forecast notes a calm to mild atmosphere with pleasant conditions for most of the day. Residents may expect gentle breeze and comfortable temperatures.
The 73-year-old actor discusses the latest episode of the sci fi series including his reunion with Carrie. The piece covers his matter-of-fact approach to most topics and hints at page 7A for more.
The Texas Supreme Court hears arguments Wednesday on whether UT Austin can justify considering race as a factor in admissions alongside the top ten percent admissions plan that currently accounts for about a quarter of freshman slots. The case tests if the flagship campus may use race as a factor amid the state’s admissions rules.
Annual community drive features food and toy collection from 6 to 10 p.m. at Whitehead Memorial Museum with a Gingerbread House Contest. Casa de la Cultura hosts Noise for Toys at 6 p.m. on December 12 at 302 Cantu Street with a $5 donation or a new toy. Call (830) 768-2287 for details.
In Del Rio, former Maverick County Precinct 3 Commissioner Jose Luis Rosales and ex Maverick County Justice of the Peace Cesar Iracheta admitted guilt to federal bribery and bribery related charges. Rosales pleaded to one count receiving a bribe, Iracheta to one count paying a bribe. They described a 2012 bid rigging scheme where chosen contractors paid cash to Rosales after county checks cleared. BRIBERY, Page 2A.
Alejandro Esparza, 39, of 175 Greenwillow St., was arrested at 1:30 a.m. on Dec. 4 for burglary of a habitation with intent to commit assault, a second degree felony. Police say he broke into a Pierce Street home where a woman and her son were, attacked the woman, and were defended by the son. The woman stabbed Esparza with a screwdriver during the confrontation.
Del Rio City Council approved a contract with S&B Infrastructure Ltd for Phase II studies to assess feasibility of a second international bridge over the Rio Grande linking Del Rio with Ciudad Acuña Mexico. The vote was 5-1-1 with Councilman Wroth opposing and Councilman Sheedy abstaining.
The Ben Carson campaign rolled into Del Rio on Tuesday night seeking local supporters for his 2016 bid. West Texas chair Lily Shoop set up at Rudy's BBQ distributing literature and pitching a grassroots effort to recruit volunteers. Local resident Olga Camarillo voiced concern for grandkids and endorsed Carson citing faith and principles as decisive. Shoop aims to build leaders across Del Rio, Val Verde, and Edwards counties to form a regional campaign team.
BORSTAR agents from Rocksprings and Del Rio, with Edwards County Sheriff's Office, located a 52 year old man at 10 a.m. after a missing hunter alert from Dec 5. The operation, aided by an air unit that could not continue due to heavy fog, concluded with a safe recovery and praise for swift action and medical assessment.
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