Get Ready for Gala XV: A Night of Elegance and Generosity!
Cuero, Texas – The DeWitt Medical Foundation and Cuero Regional Hospital are excited to announce the much-anticipated Gala XV, set to take place on Saturday, April 26th, at the beautiful Kenneth and Jacque Schumacher’s Ranch 884.
Event Highlights:
Prepare for an unforgettable evening featuring mouth-watering cuisine from Alimento Catering by John Welder, an open bar courtesy of 5D Travelin’ Tavern, and a thrilling live auction with one-of-a-kind items up for bid. The event promises to be even more exhilarating with the introduction of the Pick & Win Extravaganza, adding a brand-new twist to the festivities.
And to keep the energy high throughout the night, the incredible sounds of The Motts will be providing live entertainment.
Exciting Giveaways:
Guests will have the chance to participate in the Diamond Giveaway and Shots for Shotgun. Thanks to the generosity of Deutsch & Deutsch, one lucky attendee will take home a stunning 2.01ct Marquise diamond. Additionally, with the support of Dr. John & Kathy Frels, another fortunate guest could win a Beretta® 686 Silver Pigeon I Field Over/Under Shotgun.
Beneficiary:
Proceeds from this spectacular event will directly benefit the relocation and expansion of Cuero Regional Hospital’s laboratory and pharmacy departments. These much-needed upgrades will not only enhance testing speed and in-house capabilities but also ensure faster and more efficient care for patients. The newly optimized pharmacy will further allow the hospital to offer in-house pharmacy services to its employees.
For more information about the event, please visit Cuero Regional Hospital’s Foundation website https://www.cueroregionalhospital.org/foundation/gala-xv/ or contact the Foundation office at 361-524-6103 / nlantz@cuerohospital.org.
Yorktown FFA Vet Tech Team Makes Strong Debut at Tompkins FFA CDE Contest
The Yorktown FFA Vet Tech team Allie Geffert, Trent Foerster, Layne Geffert and Taylor Roberts embarked on their first contest of the season, traveling to Katy to compete in the Tompkins FFA CDE contest. Despite being their inaugural competition of the year, the team demonstrated commendable skills and resilience.
Yorktown secured 9th place overall, with team member Layne Geffert achieving an impressive 11th place out of 96 students. This remarkable performance highlights the team’s dedication and potential. 
The team is excited about the season ahead and with their enthusiasm and determination, they are well on their way to achieving their ultimate goals.
Stay tuned as we follow their journey and witness their progress throughout the season. Congratulations to the Yorktown FFA Vet Tech team on their strong start!
Rylan Rau’s Remarkable Achievement at Karnes County Commercial Heifer Sale
Congratulations are in order for Rylan Rau, whose dedication and hard work have paid off spectacularly. Rylan’s commercial heifers sold for an impressive $17,000 each, totaling $34,000 for the Reserve Grand Champion Commercial Heifers at the Karnes County Commercial Heifer sale.
Rylan’s journey with his show projects has been marked by perseverance and commitment, and this achievement is a testament to his efforts. The support from buyers, supporters, and everyone who believes in the potential of our youth has been invaluable.
Yorktown ISD is proud to celebrate Rylan’s success and the bright future that lies ahead for him and other young achievers in our community. Here’s to more milestones and continued excellence!
Municipal Court Cancelled Wednesday, January 22, 2024
Municipal Court will be cancelled Wednesday, January 22. Cases will be reset, please call 361-275-6114 during regular business hours for more information.
FACT FOCUS: A look at false and misleading claims Trump made at inaugural events
Associated Press Fact Check on Trump’s Claims FACT FOCUS: A look at false and misleading claims Trump made at inaugural events | AP News
*Biden did not pardon 33 murderers
*Trump resurfaces false claim about the 2020 election
*Nancy Pelosi did not reject National Guard troops on Jan. 6
*Trump repeats unfounded claim about immigrants
*Inflation did not reach record highs under Biden
*Promise of an External Revenue Service to collect tariffs
*Calls for revocation of EV mandate that doesn’t exist
*China does not operate the Panama Canal
FACT FOCUS: A look at false and misleading claims Trump made at inaugural events | AP News
Trump grants sweeping pardon of Jan. 6 defendants, including rioters who violently attacked police
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Monday pardoned, commuted the prison sentences or vowed to dismiss the cases of all of the 1,500-plus people charged with crimes in the Jan. 6, 2021, U.S. Capitol riot, including people convicted of assaulting police officers, using his clemency powers on his first day back in office to undo the massive prosecution of the unprecedented assault on the seat of American democracy. 
Trump’s action, just hours after his return to the White House, paves the way for the release from prison of people found guilty of violent attacks on police, as well as leaders of far-right extremist groups convicted of failed plots to keep the Republicans in power after he lost the 2020 election to former President Joe Biden. 
The pardons are a culmination of Trump’s yearslong campaign to rewrite the history of the Jan. 6 attack that left more than 100 police officers injured as the angry mob of Trump supporters — some armed with poles, bats and bear spray — overwhelmed law enforcement, shattered windows and sent lawmakers and aides running into hiding. While pardons were expected, the speed and the scope of the clemency amounted to a stunning dismantling of the Justice Department’s effort to hold participants accountable over what has been described as one of the darkest days in the country’s history.
Former Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio, who was sentenced to 22 years in prison after his conviction of seditious conspiracy, was being processed for release from his cell in Louisiana following Trump’s executive action, his lawyer told ABC News Monday evening.
Craig Sicknick, whose brother Capitol Police officer Brian Sicknick died the day after being attacked by rioters, told ABC News’ Rachel Scott that Trump’s pardons were a “betrayal of decency.”
“The man doesn’t understand pain or suffering of others. He can’t comprehend anyone else’s feelings,” Sicknick said. “We now have no rule of law.”
U.S. Capitol Police Officer Brian Sicknick, who engaged with pro-Trump rioters during the Jan. 6 insurrection, was sprayed with a chemical substance outside the Capitol at around 2:20 p.m. ET on Jan. 6, the report said.
At approximately 10 p.m., 42-year-old Sicknick collapsed at the Capitol and was transported to a local hospital. He died nearly 24 hours later after suffering two strokes brought on by the rioter’s attacks of the Capitol.
Sicknick has been counted as one of five people who died as a result of the insurrection attempt at the U.S. Capitol during which extremists — egged on by then-President Donald Trump and his acolytes in Congress — stormed the complex in an attempt to halt the certification of President Biden’s White House victory.