Cuero, Texas — The Cuero Municipal Golf Course is set to host the charity golf tournament on July 6th, 2024. This exciting event aims to raise funds to support Kourtni Morrow’s battle against colon cancer.
Event Details:
Date: July 6th, 2024
Time: 9 AM registration, 10 AM tee time
Location: Cuero Municipal Golf Course
Format: 4-person scramble
Entry Fee: $400 per team
Prizes:
Prizes will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners.
Special categories include men’s and women’s longest drive and closest to the pin.
Sponsorship Opportunities:
Hole Sponsor: $100
Flag Sponsor: $500
Contact Information:
For those interested in playing or sponsoring, please reach out to:
Megan Boehl at 361-218-6221
Megan Castillo at 361-564-4818
Deadline for Sponsorship:
Become a tournament sponsor by June 31, 2024.
Join us for a day of golf, camaraderie, and community support. Let’s make a difference in Kourtni’s journey toward recovery!
The Lifeway Jesus Jamboree is here, and we’re ready to celebrate our freedom to worship together. This family-friendly gathering promises an evening filled with fellowship, fun, and faith.
Event Highlights
Light Food: Enjoy delicious bites as we break bread together.
Games: Fun activities for all ages!
Music: Lift your spirits with soul-stirring melodies.
Devotional: A moment of reflection and inspiration.
Fireworks: A dazzling display to light up the night sky!
Practical Details
Date: Saturday, June 29
Time: 6:00 PM onwards
Location: The Gohmert’s home at 9897 N US Hwy 183, Goliad, TX
Bring Your Lawn Chairs
To ensure everyone’s comfort, we encourage you to bring your lawn chairs. Settle in, relax, and soak in the spirit of community.
RSVP
Please let us know if you’ll be joining us. Contact Lifeway Baptist Church to confirm your attendance. We look forward to seeing you and your family at this uplifting event! RSVP by clicking the FB link and click on the Going button:
Howdy folks! The feathers are fluffin’, the tunes are strummin’, and the excitement is building! Join us at the Rally with Ruby for an unforgettable evening of music, merriment, and turkey-themed fun.
Event Details:
What: Rally with Ruby
When: Saturday, June 29th, 7:00 PM
Where: Downtown Cuero (Main Street)
Live Music by VHS: From 8:30 PM to 11:30 PM, the band VHS will transport you back to the roaring ‘90s with their foot-stompin’ jams. And guess what? It’s FREE AS A BIRD! So bring your dancing shoes and groove under the starlit Texas sky.
Turkey Races and Ruby Begonia: Before the music kicks off, don’t miss the turkey races at 7:00 PM. These feathered speedsters are sure to ruffle some feathers! Plus, we’ll select the next Ruby Begonia—our hometown hero—to race against Worthington, Minnesota’s Paycheck for the coveted title of Turkey Capital of the World at Turkeyfest (October 11th-13th).
Food, Drinks, and More: While you tap your toes to the tunes, indulge in tasty grub and sip on cool drinks. It’s a feast fit for a flock!
5D Travelin’ Tavern Sponsors the Fun: A big ol’ thank you to 5D Travelin’ Tavern for making this gathering possible. It’s just the way we turkeys like it in Cuero—full of flavor, camaraderie, and good ol’ Texas hospitality.
Gobble Gobble! We can’t wait to see all you fine folks there. Let’s celebrate community, music, and the spirit of Cuero. Bring your friends, your family, and your best turkey dance moves!
About VHS:VHS is a high-energy band that blends nostalgia, rock, and soul. Get ready to groove with their infectious beats!
Cuero, Texas — Calvary Baptist Church is excited to announce its upcoming Vacation Bible School (VBS). The event will take place from June 10th to June 14th, with sessions running from 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM each day. VBS is open to children who have completed kindergarten through fifth grade.
Event Details:
Dates: June 10th – June 14th
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Age Group: Completed kindergarten through fifth grade
Join us for a week of fun, learning, and fellowship! For more information and registration, visit our website at Calvary Baptist Church.
Rodney Allen Chatman, 50, of Cuero, Texas, went home to be with the Lord on October 3, 2026. Born in Kerrville, Texas, to Clara (Palmer) and William Chatman, he spent his life in Cuero, the community he loved. Known for his warm and welcoming personality, he left a lasting impact on everyone who knew him.
A graduate of Cuero High School, Rodney was a standout defensive lineman who played with determination and heart. He carried that same grit into his adult life, working in security roles and later at a meat processing plant, where he was known for his friendly nature and ability to make coworkers feel like family.
Rodney was passionate about barbecuing and spent years perfecting his skills at the pit. He was also a devoted fan of both the Houston Texans and Texas Longhorns, consistently cheering them on through every season. His faith in God grounded him throughout his life and shaped the kindness he showed to others.
He was the proud father of three daughters, Kiana Barnes, Tionna Chatman, and Alesia Chatman, and was also survived by his parents, William and Clara Chatman; and his siblings, Jerry Warren Jr., Gina Crain, Anthony Warren, Dalana Childs, and Toya Gonzalez.
A Celebration of Life will be held Sunday, October 18, 2026, with viewing at 1:30 p.m. and services at 2:30 p.m. at Freund Funeral Home, 213 N. Gonzales St., Cuero, Texas.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Outreach for Souls Church, Cuero, TX.
The Yoakum Police Department and Yoakum Fire Department welcomed families, neighbors, and community supporters to the City Park Pavilion on Tuesday evening for this year’s National Night Out, an event focused on strengthening neighborhood ties and promoting public safety. The gathering, held from 6 to 8 p.m., brought together residents of all ages for an evening of connection, conversation, and hands‑on interaction with local first responders.
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The pavilion stayed busy throughout the night as children explored police units, fire trucks, and EMS vehicles, guided by officers, firefighters, and EMTs who took time to answer questions and demonstrate equipment. Music played in the background while families visited with one another, enjoyed free hot dogs and refreshments, and took part in the relaxed, welcoming atmosphere created by both departments.
National Night Out is designed to build stronger neighborhoods through positive engagement, and Yoakum’s event reflected that spirit. Officers and firefighters spent the evening talking with residents about safety, community concerns, and the shared goal of keeping Yoakum strong. Many attendees expressed appreciation for the opportunity to meet first responders outside of emergency situations and to learn more about the work they do every day.
The Yoakum Police Department and Yoakum Fire/EMS emphasized that community partnerships are essential to creating a safer, more connected city. Tuesday’s turnout demonstrated that Yoakum residents continue to value those relationships and the chance to come together in support of one another.
As the evening wrapped up, organizers thanked everyone for attending and reaffirmed their commitment to working “better together” to keep Yoakum safe. The event closed with smiles, full plates, and a renewed sense of community pride.
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Connor Thigpen delivered one of the most remarkable performances ever recorded at the National Skeet Shooting Association’s 2026 World Skeet Championships in San Antonio, capturing the High Over All title with an extraordinary 499×500. The achievement places him among the most elite competitors in the sport’s history, with multiple national outlets confirming the magnitude of his accomplishment.
Thigpen, a high school senior from Cuero, Texas, entered the World Championships representing Team Remington and quickly established himself as the shooter to watch. Across the week‑long competition, he demonstrated unwavering focus, technical mastery, and mental endurance — qualities essential for success in skeet shooting’s most demanding events.
His HOA victory came in a field of 587 shooters, with no other competitor surpassing 498 targets. He followed that triumph by winning the High All Around title, finishing regulation tied at 596×600 with teammate Sheaffer Stanfill before securing the championship in a shoot‑off. Earlier in the week, Thigpen also claimed the Mini World HOA crown, posting 399×400 to set the tone for his historic run.
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According to multiple reports, Thigpen missed only five targets out of 1,100 thrown throughout the championship — a level of consistency rarely seen at the world level. He credited his success to disciplined preparation, weekly practice sessions leading up to the event, and the reliability of Remington’s STS ammunition across all gauges.
For Team Remington, Thigpen’s sweep of major titles underscores the strength of its rising talent. His performance not only elevates his own standing within the sport but also highlights the depth of skill among Remington’s competitive shooters.
As the dust settles on the 2026 World Skeet Championships, Connor Thigpen’s near‑perfect performance stands as a defining moment — a championship run that will be remembered for years to come.
Sister M. Mildred Truchard, 89, died on October 3, 2026. She was born May 13, 1937, in Sealy, TX, to the late Joe and Lillie (Schneider) Truchard. She was the eldest in a family of two girls and five boys.
Sister Mildred attended Mentz Public School and Columbus High School and Nazareth Academy from which she graduated. She entered Nazareth Convent and became a postulant on December 8, 1954, received the habit on August 24, 1955, and professed her first vows on August 6, 1957. She received a BA degree with a major in English and a minor in History and an MA degree with a major in Biology and a minor in Education from Incarnate Word College in San Antonio. She earned a Masters of Education in Administration from Our Lady of the Lake University and an MA in Pastoral Ministry from Oblate School of Theology both in San Antonio.
During her 69 years as a professed member of the congregation, Sister Mildred ministered as a teacher and/or principal at St. Michael School in Weimer, Immaculate Conception School and Sealy Public School in Sealy, St. Leo School and Blessed Sacrament Academy in San Antonio, Sacred Heart in Hallettsville, St. Joseph High School and Nazareth Academy in Victoria. She was instrumental in opening a Multi-Learning Center as an alternative high school at Blessed Sacrament Academy in 1989. Then she was in parish ministry at Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Ganado. She also served as Local Superior at Incarnate Word Convent and as a General Councilor from 2008-2012 and served as a Vocation Director for a number of years.
Sister Mildred’s hobbies included gardening, painting, arts and crafts and reading. She used her computer skills with the formulation and updating of the IWBS web page for the Congregation and shared her Sisterly Thoughts in the Victoria Diocesan newspaper, The Catholic Lighthouse. She has resided at Incarnate Word Convent Health Care since 2022.
Sister Mildred was preceded in death by her parents and her brothers Francis John Truchard and Denis Truchard. She is survived by her sister Anne Marie Linville (Jim) and brothers Anthony Truchard (Jo Ann), Joseph Truchard (Sally), James Truchard (Marci), and sisters-in-law Barbara and Nancy, many nieces and nephews and grandnieces and grandnephews. Pallbearers and honorary pallbearers will be nieces and nephews of Sister Mildred.
Visitation and rosary will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 8, at Incarnate Word Convent and a Wake Service with Evening Praise and Sharing of Memories will be held at 6:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. at Incarnate Word Convent on Friday, October 9, with Bishop Brendan Cahill as presider. Burial will follow at Catholic Cemetery #3.
Memorial donations may be made to Incarnate Word Convent, Blessed Sacrament Academy, Nazareth Academy, Hospice of South Texas, or donor’s choice.
Stephen Wade Kenne, 70, of Missouri City, passed away on September 29, 2026. He was born on January 21, 1956, to Clifton and Aileen Kenne. On May 13, 1978, he married Janie Korth, beginning a marriage that spanned 48 years and a family that would grow to include two daughters and six grandchildren.
Stephen graduated from Cuero High School, where he was a proud member of two state championship football teams. He later earned a degree in petroleum engineering from Texas A&I University in Kingsville. He began his career with Getty Oil Company in Victoria before relocating to Houston and eventually fulfilled his entrepreneurial spirit by starting his own business.
Stephen was always a huge sports enthusiast. He loved playing football, coaching softball, and watching his daughters and grandkids play just about anything. He always kept up with the Gobblers and would often fall asleep in his recliner watching sports on TV. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing cards, and having a good time with his friends.
His greatest joy was being a grandpa. He read books, played board games, cheered on the sidelines, and even brushed out hair tangles. The grandkids could convince him to jump into a cold swimming pool on vacation, drive them to get ice cream, and take them to the park for the umpteenth time in a row. Holidays were especially fun for him, with all the kiddos running around. He loved egg hunts, popping firecrackers, and putting together new toys.
He is survived by his wife, Janie Kenne; his daughters, Kaci Howell and Kelli Dougharty and her husband, Neil; his grandchildren, Holton Howell and Nicholas, Shelby, Declan, Zylar, and Colson Dougharty; his sister-in-law, Mary Ann Kenne; and nephews, Clayton, Dustin, and Barton Kenne and their families.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Sheldon Kenne.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Stephen’s honor to Texas Heart Association, Alzheimer’s Association, or American Cancer Society.
Daryl Wayne Ohnheiser, age 59 of Converse, Texas, passed away on September 22, 2026. Daryl was born November 17, 1966 in Yoakum to Fred E. and Bernice M. Gallia Ohnheiser.
He was a 1985 graduate of Yoakum High School and a graduate of T.S.T.C. specializing in auto body and mechanics. Through out his career; he specialized as an auto body mechanic. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and working on old cars, welding, and sporting events. He had a passion for Barbecuing, driving fast cars and going to car shows. He was a member of St. Monica’s Catholic Church in Converse.
Survivors: parents: Fred and Bernice Ohnheiser; sons, Colbe Ohnheiser and Hunter Ohnheiser (Reina); sister, Kari Reischling (Kendall Reischling); nieces, Kiley Reischling, Keira Reischling and Mackenzie Freeman, nephew, Kory Reischling; special friend, Laura Hoffman; brother-in-law, Victor Freeman; mother of his sons, Joan Petru. His Godmother aunt Mildred Thiele.
Preceded in death by: sister, Wanda Freeman, Godfather uncle Kermit Thiele and aunt Gladys Castleberry.
A Funeral Mass was held at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Rev. Matthew Huehlefeld officiating.
Memorial contributions may be given to St. Joseph Catholic Church.
HALLETTSVILLE: Darrell Schindler, 62, passed away on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. He was born on December 8, 1963, in Houston, TX, to Henry and Bertha (Fric) Schindler. Darrell was employed in Hallettsville at Brookshire Brothers Market.
Survivors are his brother, Henry Schindler; numerous nieces and nephews.
YOAKUM: Edena Henry, age 66, entered her sunset on Saturday, September 19, 2026. She was born on May 17, 1960, in Los Angeles, CA, to the late Robert and Rose (Harper) Stokes. Edena was a caregiver and worked in home health.
Survived by sister, Pamela Stokes; brother, Thomas Hilliard; and her sons, Marvin Davis, Sr. (Amanda), and Sidney Henry II of Yoakum, TX; daughters, Candace Henry and A’Karia Ford; grandchildren, Marvin Davis Jr., Kendrick Davis, Amariah Davis, Makenze Davis, Amariah Lewis, SL Lewis IV, De’Von Grant and Amelia Henry; great-grandchildren, Naomi Williams and Tyce Grant.
Preceded in death by her parents; siblings, Horace Hilliard, Calvin Hilliard, Keith Roberts, Robert Stokes Jr. and Rose Marie Stokes.
Funeral Service 11:00 a.m., Saturday, October 17, 2026, at Thiele-Cooper Funeral Home, with Dewayne Arkadie officiating. Burial to follow at Bluebonnet Cemetery in Shiner, TX.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Thiele-Cooper Funeral Home to help defray the costs of the funeral.
Gobble Gobble! We can’t wait to see all you fine folks there. Let’s celebrate community, music, and the spirit of Cuero. Bring your friends, your family, and your best turkey dance moves!
