Tropical storm arlene may threaten Del Rio Gulf coast
National Weather Service meteorologist Dan Koch warns a tropical cyclone could strengthen into a tropical storm named Arlene and approach near Brownsville within 48 hours with 65 to 70 mph winds before landfall. Heavy rain possible for Val Verde County with unpredictable track late Sunday night into Monday.
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Dan Koch
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Arlene
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Combatting heat with energy efficient tips
Central Power & Light area manager Jeff Stracener offers practical steps to keep homes cool while cutting costs. Improve air filtration and insulation with caulking and weather stripping, aim for an attic R value of 30, install a high efficiency water heater, set water heater to 125 degrees, and turn off breakers when away. Set air conditioning to 85 degrees when away, 78 degrees at home, use ceiling fans, change filters monthly, and have ducts cleaned yearly.
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Jeff Stracener
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Parks Get Facelift in Del Rio to Improve Public Playgrounds
Del Rio city crews of six workers each repair and replace playground equipment across 26 park areas including Moore Park Buena Vista Park and Lions Park. A $4 000 to 5 000 budget for 1992 93 funds upkeep with new slides installed at Moore Park and Buena Vista Pool. City inspector Fernando Perez conducted reviews. maintenance prioritizes Friday work and prompt fixes to keep kids safe.
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Moore Park
Roberto Sifuentes
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Sifuentes
Fernando Perez
Moore Park Pool
Buena Vista Pool
West Martin Park
Buena Vista Park
G.I. Forum Park
San Felipe Lions Park
U.C.O0. Park
Riverside Park
Fourteenth Street Park
Crestline Park
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Lions Park
Taini Street
Craft family plants roots in Del Rio faith mission
Russell Craft and his wife Raenell commit to Del Rio after moving from Longview in 1986 to establish Del Rio Christian Fellowship at 732 S Main St. Craft, born in Lubbock and raised in Marshall, earned a pharmacy degree in 1962 and spent years in retail practice before answering the pastor call in 1975. He helped found Longview Christian Fellowship and now serves in local service groups here.
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Longview
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