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Radio Host to Address Sutton County Republican Women

The Sutton County Republican Women will meet Thursday, March 21st at 12 noon. The meeting will be held at The Water Hole located at the Sonora Golf Club (1612 Golf Course Road). Lunch may be purchased for $12.00.

County Judge Orders Burn Ban Effective March 6

Below is the order prohibiting outdoor burning that was put into effect March 6, 2024 and will be adopted Monday, March 11 at Commissioners Court.

Local Super Tuesday Election Results Are In

Over the past few weeks local Sonora residents made their way to the polls. There are a total of 2,328 registered voters in Sutton County. Of those, only 798 ballots were cast, representing 34.28% of voters. There were 757 Republican and 41 Democratic.

Virtual Social Media Success Event

The ASU-SBDC (Angelo State University Small Business Development Center) is excited to host the virtual event “A Simple Recipe for Social Media Success” on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at no cost.
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Obituaries
Saundra Sue Shanks Hudson
Saundra Sue Shanks Hudson, 79, passed away on Sunday, March 10, 2024, in Eldorado, Texas. She was a loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend.
Jimmie Clayton (Dod) James
Jimmie Clayton (Dod) James was born October 31, 1945 in McCamey, Texas the son of Jimmie Tommie James and Edith Faught James.
Michael Wayne Dillard
It is with a heavy heart that we announce the news of Michael Wayne Dillard's passing on January 25th, 2024, at the age of 69.
Local Public Notices
February 22, 2024
1) Sheriff's Sale
February 15, 2024
1) Sutton County Notice of Sheriff's Sale
February 8, 2024
1) Notice of Tabulation 2) Water Conservation
February 1, 2024
1) Water Conservation
January 25, 2024
1) HCTC Non-Discrimination Statement: 2) PNP Operating Fluid Injection Permit
Sports
Sonora Hosts the Annual Colt Relays and Bronco Relays
On Thursday, February 22, 2024 Sonora hosted the annual Colt and Lady Colt relays. The 8th grade girls and the 7th grade boys place first in the home relay event. Results are as follows:
SAFE AT HOME
Ashton Bryant slides into home on Monday, February 19, 2024 as the Broncos kick off the season home opener with a win against the San Angelo Saints.
ANGIE BRYANT | THE DEVIL’S RIVER NEWS
Sonora Wins in a Thriller on Opening Night
It came down to the wire on Monday night, as the Sonora baseball team grabbed the victory in walk-off fashion, 10-9, over the San Angelo Saints.
FINAL GAME
The sun set on the 2023 football season for the Sonora Broncos as the team fell in the semi-final regional rematch against the Hawley Bearcats on Friday, November 24, 2023.  The team will lose 21 seniors for the 2024 season. Thank you seniors for an outstanding year. ANGIE BRYANT| THE DEVIL’S RIVER NEWS
Broncos 2023 Season Comes to an End After a Hard Fought Game Against Hawley
Another successful Sonora Bronco football season has come to a conclusion. We “did that other thing” last Friday night in San Angelo as a former Sonora Head Football Coach used to say.
TEAMWORK
Wrap ‘em up, push ‘em down and support the head. The Broncos gather together and put a stop to the Farwell Steers. Sonora was picked to lose by three points but they showed them otherwise as they defeated Farwell 42-14 in Snyder on Friday, November 17, 2023. The Broncos will travel to San Angelo to take on the Hawley Bearcats for a rematch of last year’s regional semi-final game. 
ANGIE BRYANT| THE DEVIL’S RIVER NEWS
Sonora Thumps Farwell Steers to Claim Another Area Championship
For the second consecutive year, the Sonora Broncos 11-1, 4-1, defeated the Farwell Steers in the Area playoff round of 2A Div 1 football. The Bronco defense played lights out the majority of the game and keyed on Farwell’s rushing attack, which this season consisted of Corey Stancell and quarterback Jonathan Armstrong. The Broncos limited Stancell to 31 yards on six carries and one touchdown. Armstrong had to run for his life most of the second half of the game and gained 65 yards. Farewell, Farwell.
Concho Valley
ASU News: $5.2 Million Gift for New Golf Facility
Angelo State University has received a $5.2 million gift from an anonymous donor to fund construction of an all-inclusive new golf facility, the Angelo State Golf Complex, on the east side of the ASU campus.
Ft. McKavett Archeology Exhibiton
Fort McKavett State Historic Site will host an archeology exhibition at its visitor center museum on Friday, March 1, 2024. Special tours and exhibits will be featured.
SAGHS to Hold Feb. 6 Virtual Meeting
Genealogy enthusiasts and researchers are invited to join SAGHS for an exciting virtual event, “Lost in Your Genealogical Research? Would a Map Help?”
Lone Star State

Massive Panhandle Wildfires Sparked by Power Lines

Two wildfires that burned more than a million acres in the Panhandle were caused by downed power lines, according to the Texas A&M Forest Service. Juan Rodriguez, with the service, told the Texas …

Legislative Committee to Investigate Cause of Panhandle Wildfires

LUBBOCK — Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan is creating a legislative committee to investigate the Texas Panhandle wildfires to ensure the state is prepared for future disasters. His Tuesday announcement comes more than two weeks after the deadly infernos first started burning more than 1 million acres in the region.

Largest Wildfire in State History Raged as Week Began

A wildfire in the Texas Panhandle had consumed more than 1 million acres and as of Sunday was just 15% contained, according to the Texas A&M Forest Service. It is the largest wildfire in Texas history.

Earling Voting Ends Friday in Party Primary Elections

Early voting in the March 5 primary election ends Friday with a host of candidates on the ballot in both parties, including president, U.S. Senate, all 38 Texas U.S. representatives, all 150 Texas House representatives, and down to local races for district attorney, sheriff and other positions.
Lifestyle
How do airplanes fly? An aerospace engineer explains the physics of flight
U.S. airlines carry more than 800 million passengers per year. Lasha Kilasonia/iStock via Getty Images Plus Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If …
Leading Automotive Brand Celebrates Industry Success
(BPT) - 2023 was immensely successful for Kia, as the auto maker introduced six new or refreshed models, grew overall market share, and captured new audience consideration for the company’s …
Tips to Maximize Your Outdoor Space
(BPT) - Spring is almost here! The rising temperatures serve as a reminder that it’s time to start preparing for outdoor entertaining. Whether you are looking to completely revamp your setup or …
El apoyo entre compañeros ayuda a la prosperidad de personas con parálisis
(BPT) - Cuando Ligia Andrade Zúñiga tenía 28 años, sufrió un accidente automovilístico que le causó una grave lesión en la médula …
Descubre 5 formas económicas de aprovechar al máximo el verano
(BPT) - ¡El verano está a la vuelta de la esquina! Como los niños están de vacaciones, es el momento perfecto para planificar un viaje o dos, y pasar tiempo de calidad …