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Del Rio Continues to Draw Top Government Leaders: A Diplomatic Hotspot
The Minister of Guatemala visited Del Rio over the weekend, just two weeks after VP JP Vance. Trump’s presidential initiatives have reignited Del Rio as a center stage for international diplomacy. Del Rio's strategic location has long made it a hub for trade and foreign relations.
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Safe Kids Val Verde Seeks to Expand Child Safety and Injury Prevention Work
Safe Kids Val Verde County is a branch of the Safe Kids Worldwide Coalition, founded in 1998, that works through Val Verde Regional Medical
Alondra Sanchez
Mar 193 min read


Casa de la Cultura Set to Host First Women's Conference Since 1986
In honor of International Women’s Month in March and International Women’s Day on the 8th, committee members are gearing up to host Del Rio.
Alondra Sanchez
Mar 172 min read


$8,000 of Cash Prizes Attract Out of Town Visitors to Rotary’s Big Money Bash: Cornhole Fundraiser for Bike Pump Track
The Civic Center came alive last weekend for Rotary Club’s First Annual Big Money Border Bash. Competitive cornhole players from across the
Stevie Quilo
Mar 13 min read


CASA Val Verde Looks Forward to Expanding Advocacy for Local Youth
CASA Val Verde became an official CASA program in September of 2024, located at 317 S. Main St., and is recruiting volunteers and funding.
Alondra Sanchez
Feb 265 min read


Local Nonprofits Gather for Civic Academy Workshop in Del Rio
Community organizers, advocacy managers, and coalition leaders gathered at the Val Verde County Library this Saturday 2/15/2025.
Stevie Quilo
Feb 162 min read


Council Approves Collaboration with Rotary Club on Pump Track
Following the Rotary Club’s presentation on the potential plans for a bicycle pump track adjacent to the Del Rio Skate Garden at the previou
Alondra Sanchez
Feb 21 min read


Rotary Club Presents Pump Track Proposal to City Council
Jake Carsten then went on to present the design concepts and plans for the potential pump track. “This is a bicycle pump track designed to b
Alondra Sanchez
Jan 154 min read


Rotary Club Hopes to Bring Pump Track to Del Rio
The Rotary Club, along with Del Rio Parks Foundation Trails Committee Lead, Jake Carsten, will be presenting their proposal for the pump tra
Alondra Sanchez
Jan 102 min read


Local Gypsy MC and Elks Lodge Host 2024 Toy Drive
The Gypsy Motorcycle Club International and the Elks Lodge joined forces to host the 2024 Toys for Tots, bringing holiday cheer to underpriv
Willard Jenkins
Dec 28, 20242 min read


AARC Urges Council to Improve Animal Control Facility Conditions and Address Stray Animal Population
Members of the Del Rio Animal Advocacy & Rescue Coalition took to the podium during the citizen’s comments portion of the November 19th City
Alondra Sanchez
Nov 20, 20242 min read


San Felipe Exes Keep Tradition Alive at 37th Annual Black and White Ball
The 37th annual Black and White Ball, a beloved tradition in Del Rio, Texas, took place this year under the direction of the San Felipe Exes
Willard Jenkins
Nov 14, 20242 min read


Citizen Urges the City Council to Prioritize Water Conservation Amid Ongoing Drought
Sandra Fuentes, co-chair of the Border Organization, took to the podium during the citizen’s comments portion of the Regular City Council Me
Alondra Sanchez
Aug 29, 20242 min read
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