NEWS — Del Rio City Council roundup
By Karen GleasonThe 830 Times Six of the seven members of the Del Rio City Council were present for Tuesday’s meeting. Mayor Al Arreola was absent. Here’s what happened at the meeting: Council hears from United Civic Organization members • Grant Weiland and former Del Rio Mayor Roberto “Bobby” Fernandez,
Del Rio News
NEWS — Seminole Canyon pauses many activities due to flooding
Seminole Canyon State Park press release The park has received over 3 inches of rain in the last few days, with more rain forecast for tonight and tomorrow. Here is
NEWS — NWS issues flood warnings for Val Verde
From staff reports The National Weather Service on Friday morning said flood warnings remain in effect for portions of the Rio Grande and Devils River. The warning continues for the
NEWS — City crews perform 7 water rescues
By Karen GleasonThe 830 Times Rising waters caused by Thursday morning’s heavy rains kept the Del Rio Fire Department and the Del Rio Police Department busy. Leaders in both departments
New rains soak Del Rio
By Karen Gleason The 830 Times A train of powerful thunderstorms barreled over Del Rio early today, bringing torrential rains that flooded the San Felipe Creek and low-water crossings
NEWS — Flash Flood Warning issued for southeastern Val Verde County
By Joel Langton The 830 Times As rains continue to come down, Val Verde County Sheriff’s Office deputies are turning east-bound traffic around at Laughlin Air Force Base. The
NEWS — County judge addresses citizens’ flooding concerns
By Karen GleasonThe 830 Times County Judge Lewis G. Owens Jr. assured county residents he and the four county commissioners are ready to deal with any problems caused by anticipated
Del Rio Sports
SPORTS — Chivas legend visits local soccer shop
By Brian Argabright The 830 Times An estimated 200 people strolled into Del Rio’s lone store dedicated to the “beautiful game” for an opportunity to meet a Mexico soccer
SPORTS — Pro wrestling event fills Joe Ramos gym for Fourth of July
By Brian Argabright The 830 Times While the sun blazed and turned the area around the Dr. Alfredo Gutierrez Amphitheater into something of an outdoor oven, a different kind
SPORTS — Pro wrestling returns for Fourth of July
By Brian Argabright The 830 Times What better way to celebrate America’s Independence Day than to take in a pro wrestling card! Texas Wrestling Entertainment, a longtime visitor to
SPORTS — Mitchell signs with University of the Southwest
By Brian Argabright The 830 Times William “Lefty” Mitchell took his time to make a collegiate choice, but his faith has guided him the entire way. Mitchell, a former
SPORTS — Rams alum Cooper headed to A&M
By Brian Argabright The 830 Times Texas State’s loss is Texas A&M’s gain. The Del Rio High School grade, and Rams baseball program alumnus, has moved from Texas State
SPORTS — Golf booster club holds scholarship tournament
From staff reports The Del Rio High School Golf Boosters will host their 2026 Annual Scholarship Tournament on Saturday, June 27, at the San Felipe Springs Golf Course. Registration begins
Community
New rains soak Del Rio
By Karen Gleason The 830 Times A train of powerful thunderstorms barreled over Del Rio early today, bringing torrential rains that flooded the San Felipe Creek and low-water crossings
COMMUNITY — Youthful production of Alice in Wonderland Jr. arrives this weekend
By Brian Argabright The 830 Times It’s a flurry of makeup adjustments and wardrobe tests. several versions of the same character are standing or seated around the Del Rio
Independence Day Rodeo kicks off tonight
By Joel Langton The 830 Times Rotary Club’s annual tradition returns June 26-27 at the Val Verde Fairgrounds. Del Rio will kick off celebrating America’s 250th birthday will start about
COMMUNITY — Val Verde 4-H mohair judgers win top honors in state competition
By Karen GleasonThe 830 Times A trio of Val Verde County 4-H members were honored by county commissioners court Wednesday after placing first in a statewide mohair judging competition. Tommy
Catch fish and protect your local creek
By Louis Zylka The 830 Times The annual Armored Catfish Tournament will take place in the San Felipe area from Friday, June 19, through Sunday, June 21, and families
City of Del Rio previews 2026 Fourth of July events
By Louis Zylka The 830 Times With the Fourth of July around the corner, city officials have announced the list of events for this year’s celebration of Independence Day. Esme
