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Sonora Middle School boys and girls ran away with the championship team plaques in the recent meet in Big Lake. The XC teams, both varsity and middle school, will compete in Mertzon on Wednesday, September 28, 2021. -- | COURTESY PHOTO

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Sonora ISD Trustees Approve Class Size Waiver for One Pre-K Classroom

Wednesday, September 15, 2021 1:48 PM

Members of the Sonora Independent School District Board of Trustees met Tuesday, September 14, 2021 for a brief agenda followed by introduction of new staff and coaches.

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Availability Among Many Concerns Aired at Appraisal District Meeting

Wednesday, September 15, 2021 1:45 PM

The Sutton County Appraisal District Board of Directors met Monday, September 14th with plenty of community members and representatives of governmental jurisdictions in attendance. Several people voiced concerns about the appraisal district office not being open and available to the public. Others were concerned about the work product coming out of the office.

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The Battle of the Big Red

Wednesday, September 15, 2021 1:30 PM

This was only the second time in Sonora’s football history that Christoval and Sonora have met on the gridiron

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Wildlife Biologist Mary Humphrey Retires After 38 Years

Wednesday, September 8, 2021 9:30 AM

Mary Humphrey, local wildlife biologist, officially marked her retirement on August 31, 2021, after 38 years.

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Jackets Sting The Broncos

Wednesday, September 8, 2021 9:27 AM

The Sonora Broncos (1 – 0) were outnumbered and outweighed but never gave up their determination during this game

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Slew of New Laws Take Effect in Texas

Wednesday, September 8, 2021 9:24 AM

Six hundred and sixty-six new Texas laws will go into effect this Wednesday.

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Broncos Stop the Lions in Their Tracks

Wednesday, September 1, 2021 1:34 PM

It was the Battle of Interstate 10 Rivals: Ozona Lions and Sonora Broncos. They met Friday night at Bronco Stadium. The two teams were meeting for the ninety fifth time and this time, Sonora came out on top 32-20.

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City Council Adopts Budget, Sets Tax Rate

Wednesday, September 1, 2021 1:32 PM

City council members met Monday, August 30, 2021 for a brief special meeting to act on the proposed tax rate and budget approval.

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Time to Join the Chamber

Wednesday, September 1, 2021 1:30 PM

As we begin a new physical year here at the chamber, I wanted to remind you that anyone is welcome to become a member.

Individual dues are $60 per year and businesses are $120. If you own multiple businesses the first business is $120 and each additional businesses are $60 per year.

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Angie Bryant Accepts Position as Editor of The Devil’s River News

Wednesday, August 25, 2021 2:48 PM

Angie Bryant is the new editor of The Devil’s River News.

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Recent Obituaries

Raymie Jo McClelland Thompson

Services for Raymie Jo McClelland Thompson of Sweetwater were held at 11:00 o’clock am on Tuesday, September 14, 2021 at Mc Coy Chapel of Memories, with Dr. Andy Hurst officiating.

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MaryCiel Hawkins Miller

MaryCiel Hawkins Miller, 77, passed away in San Antonio, Texas, on July 3, 2021,

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Veronica “Honey” Salazar

A Beloved Daughter, Sister, Wife, Mother and Tia.

Honey gained her wings on August 30, 2021

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J.T. Hill

September 7, 1935 – August 21, 2021

J.T. Hill passed away peacefully in his sleep, August 21, 2021, at the age of 85. He was born on a farm in Lipscomb County, September 17, 1935, the fourth son of Tom and Lizzie Hill. J.T. graduated from Canadian High School in 1953, and what was West Texas State College in 1958, with a degree in physical education.

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Ruth Turk Espy

Ruth Turk Espy was born in Mansfield, OH on December 1, 1925 to Leo and Francis Turk. She grew up in Mansfield and attended school at St. Peter’s Schools until her graduation.

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