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Lifted from the Pages of The Devil’s River News

Lifted from the Pages of The Devil’s River News Vol. 1 No. 3, November 1, 1890: The Devil’s River News is the euphonious name of a newspaper in Sutton County. It is a seven column, four page …

Mayor Gomez Won’t Seek Re-Election

Sonora City Council met for their monthly meeting on Monday, May 19, 2025, hearing monthly reports and a bombshell from the mayor.

DRN to Mark 135 Years

The Devils River News traces its history back to 1890 when Mike Murphy set up his press and began publishing the newspaper in the frontier settlement of Sonora.

Top Graduates Announced at SHS Awards Ceremony

Sonora Secondary held their awards ceremonies on Wednesday, May 14, 2025. Numerous students were given special awards for academic performances.
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Obituaries
Cynthia Ann Hall Ward
Cynthia Ann Hall Ward, 87, of Sonora, Texas, passed away June 16, 2025 at the Schleicher County Nursing Home in Eldorado, Texas.
Cynthia Gaile Luna
On Wednesday, May 28, 2025, the Lord, without a doubt, held Cynthia Gaile Luna close to Him and gently carrying her home to the Father’s House.
Robert Carl Teaff
Robert Carl Teaff, 46, of Harper, Kansas, passed away unexpectedly on May 20, 2025.
Local Public Notices
May 22, 2025
1) Notice to Creditors- Balch 2) Second Notices- Holmes Wrecker
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
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.
TRACK TRIO
Sonora track stars wrapped up district competition on Friday, April 4, 2025. Three Sonora team mates raced head-to-head in the 1600m run. Pictured (L-R) Wyatt Killough, Tres Garza and Jaycob Ramirez. JL MANKIN | THE BIG LAKE WILDCAT
Sonora Track Stars Compete at District, Advance to Area Meet
The Broncos and Lady Broncos wrapped up district on Friday, April 2, 2025. The top four finishers in each event from district will advance to the Area meet this Thursday in Sterling City to …
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.
Concho Valley
ASU Adds New Online Degrees in Artificial Intelligence
Angelo State University students can now be part of the ongoing evolution and progression of artificial intelligence (AI) as ASU has added two new online AI degrees, a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in AI and a Master of Science (M.S.) in AI, that are both already enrolling students for the upcoming fall semester.
ASU WHIRLYBIRD -- Angelo State University’s newest degree track will offer students the opportunity to learn about helicopter flight operations and earn a license as a helicopter pilot. --  COURTESY PHOTO
ASU Adds Helicopter Pilot Degree Track
Angelo State University students can now train to become helicopter pilots through a new Flight Operations - Helicopter degree track in ASU’s Bachelor of Commercial Aviation (B.C.A.) program that is now accepting students into the new track for the upcoming fall semester.
Fort Concho to Celebrate Armed Forces Day on Saturday
Fort Concho will celebrate Armed Forces Day on Saturday, May 17, with hourly cannon firings from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. near the site’s Visitor Center at Barracks 1630 South Oakes St.
Lone Star State

Gonzales, Rollins Lead Effort to Combat New World Srewworm

U.S. Congressman Tony Gonzales (TX-23) and U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins on Wednesday, June 18th, launched an $8.5 million sterile New World screwworm (NWS) fly dispersal facility in South Texas and announced a sweeping five-pronged plan to enhance USDA’s already robust ability to detect, control, and eliminate this pest. Per the USDA, the facility in South Texas is expected to be ready within six months.

Governor Abbott Calls Latest Legislative Session His ‘Best’

Gov. Greg Abbott says he got everything he pushed for during the Legislature’s 89th session, which ended on June 2.

Governor Abbott Signs Property Tax Relief Laws

Governor Greg Abbott on Monday signed House Bill 9, Senate Bill 4, and Senate Bill 23 into law to provide lasting property tax relief for Texans at a bill signing ceremony at Robson Ranch Clubhouse.

Juneteenth National Holiday Was First Celebrated in Galveston, Texas

Exactly 160 years ago, on June 19, 1865, a date we now celebrate as the federal Juneteenth holiday, Union General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston Texas to proclaim the end of the Civil War.
Lifestyle
How to find the best cooling sheets
Naturepedic reports that cooling sheets enhance sleep by regulating temperature; choose breathable, moisture-wicking fabrics for comfort.
A relationship expert's number one tip for dating in every decade
Hims reports that each decade brings unique dating challenges and opportunities. Emphasizing honesty and self-awareness is essential for meaningful connections.
10 worst states to be a landlord (avoid these risky markets)
TurboTenant reports the 10 worst states for landlords due to strict regulations, high taxes, and challenging eviction processes.
2025 Allstate America’s Best Drivers Report reveals the safest and riskiest driving cities
(BPT) - Texas tops the safety charts, the Pacific Northwest makes big gains, and Boston returns as America's riskiest driving city in Allstate's 17th annual report. The 2025 Allstate America's Best …
5 simple and delicious recipes to make in your blender
(BPT) - There's no end to the number of kitchen gadgets you can buy, but in terms of versatility, the blender cannot be matched. If you only use your blender for making smoothies, you're missing out! …