At Connect Del Rio, we believe staying informed should be simple, clear, and accessible for everyone. That’s why we’ve created a new visual breakdown of the latest School Board Meeting—designed specifically with our community in mind.

The bells rang out at St. Joseph Catholic Church on Thursday May 8th, moments after the election of Pope Leo XIV. The parish on Wernett Street, along with Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, called for a Mass of Thanksgiving followed by a Holy Hour, which is the tradition of spending an hour in prayer and meditation. During the Mass, congregants were invited to pray for Pope Leo XIV during the subsequent Holy Hour.

Del Rio resident and U.S. citizen, Jose Manuel Villanueva, arrived to work as usual on Saturday morning, April 10, 2025. Villanueva clocked in on time around 10:00AM and was scheduled for a double that day. His shift at Long John Silver’s in Del Rio had just begun, when law enforcement agents filed into the establishment and placed him under arrest. Federal agents from Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) led the operation, with support from state and city agencies.

Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention: The Texas Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority advised: “Motor vehicle theft and burglary from a motor vehicle can happen any time of year but the summer months are the busiest time for car thieves. The Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority encourages Texans to always remember to secure their vehicle. Remember “If You Like It-Lock It.” Lock your vehicle and take your belongings – do everything in your power to reduce your chances of be

Hundreds of teachers took center stage at the San Felipe Del Rio Consolidated Independent School District (SFDR-CISD) Teacher Appreciation Celebration, with a night full of high-energy performances and heartfelt assemblies. Educators from across the district celebrated together, putting on extraordinary performances with full garb and choreography. In a great show of strength and unity, teachers demonstrated their commitment to their profession and to one another. All 16 camp

On Saturday, May 10, 2025, at A. Ramon Imports, Queen City Market hosted the Mother's Day Market that featured multiple vendors, live music, and loteria.

This week, Connect Del Rio has a brief continuation of the Hamilton Well vs. New Well story… Del Rio’s water crisis is evolving into an overarching issue about sustainability. Can the city sustain its population growth, conserve groundwater resources, and guarantee financial viability for residents, all at the same time? The way local government solves the water crisis will determine the answers.

Your city council round-up from the meeting that took place on May 13, 2025! See this stunning and easy to read visual summary of the City of Del Rio City Council Meeting.

Our goal with the crime blotter is to keep the community informed about incidents that may impact public safety. We provide relevant and informative updates while respecting privacy and focusing on matters of broader public safety concern. Information is shared regarding a range of criminal activity that occurs within the Del Rio Texas jurisdiction, but not all arrests are included.