Del Rio School Board to Meet Tuesday and Budget Session
The San Felipe Del Rio Consolidated ISD board eyes a 7 p.m. session Tuesday at the district office 205 Memorial Drive for a closed personnel deliberation under Government Code 551.074, followed by a budget workshop. City council meets 7:30 p.m. at City Hall 109 W Broadway to discuss street sweeper purchase, facility uses at the Del Rio Civic Center and Joe Ramos Center, and a Rainbow Transit franchise.
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Del Rio arts groups launch stARTing to heal program
The Del Rio Council for the Arts and the Amistad Family Violence and Rape Crisis Center will run a therapeutic art program for children aged 4 to 11 whose parents seek counseling. The project is funded by a grant from Del Rio See ART Page 8.
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Positive reception at BRAC hearing for Laughlin base
Del Rio and Fort Worth attendees praised Laughlin Air Force Base at the BRAC regional meeting. About 30 to 45 locals supported the base. Councilman Lee Weathersbee lauded the presentations and urged against closing Laughlin. Najla Wills credited the Military Affairs Committee and Chamber of Commerce with strong effort. Jerry Horne said Laughlin is in good shape and emphasized ongoing advocacy. See reaction page.
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Wills to attend travel confab in Washington session
Najla Wills, owner of American Passenger Travel Agency and city councilwoman, will serve as a delegate at the first White House Conference on Travel and Tourism in Washington October 30-31 after nomination by Congressman Henry Bonilla. The event aims to craft a national tourism strategy and raise awareness of the industry’s economic impact.
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Pilot Scott OGrady Returns to White House for Private Talk
AP report on Scott OGrady visiting President Clinton at the White House for a private account of his Bosnia ordeal after six days of survival and rescue by Marines. Clinton praises his courage, as family members greet him at Andrews Air Force Base and a Pentagon ceremony follows.
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Youngster Arturo Martinez Named National Little League Sportsman of the Year
Arturo Tuti Martinez a 12 year old Rotary team pitcher and infielder has been selected as the National Little League Sportsman of the Year. Nominated by his coach for courage loyalty and character Martinez led by example even after his mother died early in the season. His loyalty to teammates and calm leadership inspired his club and the city as coaches seek to instill similar values.
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