Val Verde County to consider sheriff staff promotions
The county commission meets Tuesday to consider promoting James Altgelt to chief deputy at 25000 annually and promoting Guy Clapton to jail captain at 20000 annually, effective January 1. Also seeking authority to deputize sheriff staff. Lita Grey Chaplin dies at 88 in Los Angeles after long illness.
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J R Koog marks last day as sheriff in Val Verde
After 42 years in law enforcement and 18 years as sheriff, J R Koog retires on a high note. Interim Sheriff Chief Deputy Oscar Gonzalez will run operations until the next election. Koog touts a paid off Val Verde Detention Center, trained personnel, and a modernizing department as he shifts to civilian life.
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Gonzalez
del Rio
Aki Hatfield Retires After 14 Years at Del Rio News-Herald
Eiko Hatfield known as Aki retires after a 14 year tenure with Del Rio News-Herald. She began part time in 1981, moved to full time, and served as cashier receptionist and publishers’ assistant. She praises colleagues and her love of numbers.
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Aki) Hatfield
Aki
del Rio News-Herald
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Roger Hatfield
Joe San Miguel
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Lowriders spread across towns fueling community pride
The piece describes the rise of lowrider clubs from the Southwest to nationwide and beyond, noting Hispanic roots, community benefits, and costly accessories. It highlights Del Rio as a local example where clubs unite friends, fundraisers aid the needy, and car shows promote club identity through expensive rims, flashy paint, plush interiors, and powerful sound systems.
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Newsprint costs force Del Rio News-Herald price hike
News-Herald publisher Joe San Miguel cites rising newsprint prices nearly doubling in recent years as the main cost pressure, with personnel as the other top expense. Beginning Jan 1 1996 seven day home delivery will cost 7.75 per month, offering savings over daily stand prices. The paper prints for other clients and will not cut service, urging readers to pay on time to support carriers.
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Legally concealed guns hit the streets in Texas
In Austin AP reports Texans with concealed handgun licenses may carry from Jan 1 law enacted in 1995. About 1,200 licenses issued at $140 for four years while over 36,324 have applied. DPS and police expect ongoing caution and discretion in encounters, with officers asking license status and weapon location when appropriate.
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