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Private School Vouchers Are Law in Texas. Here’s How They Will Work.

Gov. Greg Abbott on Saturday signed legislation authorizing a private school voucher program into law, marking the grand finale of an oftentimes ugly conflict that has largely defined Texas politics this decade.

City Council Considers Swimming Pool Fee Hike, Ports-to-Plains Update

Sonora City Council members heard from Rachel Duran during a special meeting on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, concerning proposed prices at the local swimming pool. They also heard an update regarding the Ports-to-Plains Corridor. Duran noted that the rising cost of staffing and maintaining the swimming pool, as well as higher utility costs, mean that a new pricing structure is required.

Coming Soon...LMH Pharmacy

The Sutton County Hospital District board of directors met Monday, April 28th. Although the meeting was a relatively short one, big decisions were made as the group emerged from a closed-door executive session when the board voted to authorize CEO Joe Marshall to negotiate a purchase of Pharm House Drug.

Sutton Among 5 WT Counties Designated as Primary Natural Disaster Areas for Drought

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced Tuesday that Sutton County is included in a “secretarial natural disaster designated area” that allows the USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) to extend much-needed emergency credit to producers recovering from natural disasters through emergency loans.
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Obituaries
Savell Charles Shannon
Savell Charles Shannon finally experienced complete healing on April 27, 2025, at the age of 63.
Juan “Johnny” Rodolfo Esparza
It is with a heavy heart that we say goodbye to our beloved dad. Juan Rodolfo Esparza, lovingly know as Johnny, was called home to be with our lord on April 24th, 2025.
Jerry Don Balch
Jerry Don Balch entered this world weighing a mere two pounds, embodying a fighting spirit that never wavered throughout his life.
Local Public Notices
May 8, 2025
1) Holmes Wrecker 11 First Notices 2) Vacuum Hydro Truck System Invitation to Bid 3) Driveway Repair Project Invitation to Bid
May 1, 2025
1) Public Notice Attn Property Owners 2)Tx Comptrollers Office Helps Property Taxpayers 3) Property Owners Can Protest Property Appraisal Values 4) Appraisal Notices for 2025 5) Public Notice Property Tax Protest & Appeal Procedures 6) Summer School 2025
April 24, 2025
1) Letter of Testamentary
April 10, 2025
1) Notice of General Election for SISD 2) County Public Notice of Test Tabulating Equipment
April 3, 2025
1) City Testing Tabulating Equipment
Sports
Track Season Ends at Regionals, Sending One to State Competition
Kam Aguero won gold in the boys 400 Meter Dash at the UIL Region 1-2A Track Meet held Saturday, April 19th on the campus of West Texas A&M University in Canyon.
Golf Teams Are Headed Back to Austin for Some State Competition
The Lady Bronco and Bronco golf teams competed in the Region 1 - 2A Golf Tournament last week.
NEXT STEP: REGIONAL TOURNEYS
Both the boys and girls golf teams walked away with district championships on Monday, March 31, 2025. The girls will travel to Canyon to play at the Palo Duro Creek Golf Course on April 14th and 15th. The boys will compete April 16th and 17th. (Front L-R) Rylie Thorp, Sofia Garcia, Gentri Trainer, Madison Galindo, Lynden Cearley, Braylin Galindo and Destany Castillo, (Back L-R) Dylan Ford, Jayden Welborn, Weston Fisher, Jayce Martinez, Juan Castillo and Christian Martinez. COURTESY PHOTO
Sonora Golf Teams Headed to Regionals
Both the boys and girls teams competed in the District 7 2A golf tournament over the last two Mondays. After the final round on Monday, March 31, 2025, both teams were awarded district championship trophies.
STATE CHAMPS
The Sonora Bronco team tennis brings home their first state championship. Front row (L-R) Braylin Welborn, Sydney Routh, Kyndall Weston, Sinise Rodriguez, Destany Castillo, Madison Galindo and Jayla Williams. Back row (L-R) Coach Alejandro Sanchez, Michael Martinez, Iggy Mendoza, Isa Gonzales, Aaron Segura, Christian Martinez, Weston Fisher, Dylan Ford, Lane Perez, Coach Dylan Hester and Coach Coby Herring. COURTESY PHOTO
Sonora Broncos Capture Their First Team Tennis State Championship
The Sonora Bronco tennis team competed in Abilene on March 7th and 8th. The team was awarded the number three seed and played Normangee in the first round.
Sonora Track Hosts Colt and Bronco Relays
Last week Sonora hosted the Colt Relays on Friday, February 28, 2025 and the Bronco Relays on Saturday, March 1, 2025.
Concho Valley
Fort Concho to Host Frontier Day on Saturday, April 26th
Celebrate San Angelo’s heritage Saturday, April 26, as the fort hosts the annual Frontier Day event, promoting our city’s ranching, pioneer and agricultural traditions. Fort …
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San Angelo Man Posing as 11-Year-Old in Child Pornography Production Case Sentenced to 50 years in Federal Prison
A San Angelo man who impersonated an 11-year-old child and persuaded a 9-year-old female child to produce child sexual abuse material was sentenced Tuesday to 50 years in federal prison, announced Acting United States Attorney for the Northern District of Texas Chad E. Meacham.
ZEBRA MUSSELS -- Zebra mussels are highly invasive freshwater mollusks, introduced to the United States in the late 1980s. These small mussels grow to only approximately 1.5 inches long but are considered one of the most destructive invasive species in North America. Invasive mussels, unlike native mussels, can attach to nearly any hard surface and form dense colonies. --  COURTESY PHOTO
TPWD Announces Lake Nasworthy Is Infested with Invasive Zebra Mussels
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) has designated Lake Nasworthy, near San Angelo, as “infested” with invasive zebra mussels. This designation signifies there is an established reproducing population present in the lake.
Lone Star State

House Bill Proposes New Standardized Test for Texas Students

A Texas House bill would eliminate the State of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness test and replace it with a test comparing students’ performance to one another rather than state-set standards, the Austin American-Statesman reported.

Wildfire Awareness Month Highlights Safety Strategies

In 2024, Texas saw 5,187 wildfires burn over 1.3 million acres. Because wildfires are unpredictable and know no boundaries, every Texan should always be prepared.

DPS Fugitive: Salvadoran Child Sex Predator

AUSTIN – A criminal illegal immigrant wanted for sexually abusing a child is this month’s Featured Fugitive. Kevin Galileo Morales Saravia has been added to the 10 Most Wanted Criminal Illegal Immigrants List and the reward for information leading to his arrest is increased to $4,000 during the month of May if the tip is received this month.

Insurance Fraudster Sentenced to Two Years In Prison, Ordered to Pay $350,000

A federal judge sentenced a McAllen woman who helped commit property and title fraud schemes to 24 months in prison and three years of supervised release.
Lifestyle
Leaders: Stop trying to fix it all
ACT Leadership says that fixing everything isn't leadership, and that the number one trap it sees leaders fall into is the seduction of fixing—especially in fast-moving environments where speed signals competence and hesitation can be mistaken for incompetence.
The 2025 set-jetting hotlist: 8 locations where film tourism is about to boom
DataPulse Research reveals which filming locations destinations could become must-visits for vacationers this year.
Tax alpha: Boost investment returns through strategic tax planning
Range explains how tax alpha strategies can add 1%-1.5% to investors' annual after-tax returns without increasing risk.
What's that racket? 4 car noises you shouldn't ignore
CheapInsurance.com encourages drivers to listen for car noises that can help diagnose a potential problem before it becomes a serious emergency situation.
The guide to accounting automation: How AI accelerates month-end-close
Brex explains how businesses can apply accounting automation to handle routine financial tasks, freeing accountants to focus on more valuable work like analysis, strategy, and business partnership.