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O'Banon Snap

Hunter O’Banon takes the snap from Kale Sherrill during the game between Sonora and Ingram Moore. The Broncos clinched their third consecutive win this past week with a 44-13 win over Brady Bulldogs. Sonora will host Bangs this Friday, October 23, at Bronco Stadium. Kickoff is set for 7:00 p.m. DANNY MEYER | THE DEVIL’S RIVER NEWS

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Sonora PD Hires New School Resource Officer

Wednesday, October 21, 2020 1:02 PM

The Sonora Police Department and the City of Sonora announced a new School Resource Officer (SRO), according to a press release Thursday, October 15, 2020.

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October Reports Show Uptick in COVID-19 Cases for Sutton County

Wednesday, October 21, 2020 1:01 PM

Sutton County is showing a steady uptick in the number of new confirmed cases of COVID-19, according to local and area reports.

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Early Voting Turnout Above Average in Sutton County

Wednesday, October 21, 2020 12:59 PM

The November 3rd election has voters eager to cast their ballots early in counties across the state and Sutton County is no exception.

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Council Encourages Masking for Safety, Fun and Treats on Halloween

Wednesday, October 21, 2020 12:56 PM

Sonora City Council members met Monday, October 19, and approved conditions for safe trick or treating in the community on Halloween later this month.

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Understanding Livestock Medication Labels Helps Ensure Safety of Use

Wednesday, October 21, 2020 12:55 PM

Livestock managers and 4-H livestock exhibitors must understand many concepts about animal husbandry. However, one of the most important concepts is to learn how to understand medication labels because it helps ensure a safe end product.

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The Origin of Tech’s ‘Guns Up’ Gesture

Wednesday, October 21, 2020 12:51 PM

You start out with a closed fist. Then stick out your forefinger and raise your thumb. All of a sudden your hand looks like a cocked pistol. That’s Texas Tech’s “Guns Up” gesture that students use at sporting events and in greeting each other. Next year, 2021, will mark the 50th year of “Guns Up.”

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Public Comments Steal Spotlight Away From Hospital Board Budget Hearing and Governance

Wednesday, October 14, 2020 1:55 PM

Board members took a lashing from the public and visitors also confronted each other ahead of a public hearing and regular meeting to handle governing matters related to the Sutton County Hospital District held Monday, October 12, at the Sutton County Civic Center.

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Commissioners Handle Business As Usual Following Columbus Holiday

Wednesday, October 14, 2020 10:27 AM

Sutton County Commissioners handled a lengthy agenda of business as usual Tuesday morning, October 13, which included review and approval of expenses, tax roll numbers, a grant resolution and county department reports.

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Sonora Picks Up Win in 2-3A District Opener

Wednesday, October 14, 2020 10:23 AM

The Sonora Broncos picked up their second consecutive win of the season this past Friday night in the District 2-3A Div. II opener, October 9, at Broncos Stadium.

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Treat Fire Ants Before End Of Fall

Wednesday, October 14, 2020 10:11 AM

September rains brought us much-needed soil moisture. They also increased fire ant activity. If you have that problem, time is running out to treat the ants this fall.

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Recent Obituaries

Daniel “Danny” Erwin Reinhart, III

Daniel “Danny” Erwin Reinhardt, III, age 80, passed away peacefully on October 21, 2020.

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Victor Rene Garza, Sr.

Our beloved father, brother, uncle and friend, Victor Rene Garza, Sr. passed away with family by his side on September 30, 2020 at the age of 49.

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Jimmie Gaile Barrow Cade

Jimmie Gaile Barrow Cade was born in Hico, Texas in 1931 and at the age of five moved to Alpine with her family. After high school graduation she continued her education and graduated from Sul Ross State University. During her school years she was an outstanding volleyball player.

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Rojelio (Roy) Borrego Luna

Rojelio (Roy) Borrego Luna age 62, of Sonora, Texas passed away Friday, September 25, 2020 with his family by side.

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Abel Lozano Romero

Abel Lozano Romero, 51, was called home by Our Lord and has gone to be with our other angels in Heaven.

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