9-28-1960 – 4-21-2025 Partner of San Juan Tovar; mother of Renee Michelle Castro (John) and the late Santana Nicole Castro; daughter of Ismael and Olivia Gomez; sister of Brenda G. Ramos (Gilbert), Rebecca Lucio (David), Jessica Cardenas (Andrew), and Cathy Ojeda (Tom) Visitation: Thursday, May 1, 9:30 a.m., in Franklin Funeral Home, Floresville Funeral Service: Thursday, 11 a.m. in the […]

Tigers victorious over Warhorses, move into playoffs
The Floresville High School Tiger varsity baseball team went 1-1 for their final week of District play, completing the season with a 10-2 District record and securing a spot in the playoffs. The week started with a close loss to the Pleasanton Eagles on April 22, falling by just 1 point in eight innings, 2-3. On April 25, the Tigers’ […]

Tiger baseball celebrates seniors
On Friday, April 25, the Floresville Tigers baseball organization recognized the seniors from the upcoming class of 2025. Each of the senior players was escorted by his parents, who prepared a walk-on announcement honoring their senior.

FMS track and field athletes finish strong in Pleasanton
The Floresville Middle School track and field program competed in the Junior High Brush Country Relays April 24 in Pleasanton. Athletes excelled in their events, and teams finished with the following results: Seventh-grade boys – second place Seventh-grade girls – first place Eighth-grade boys – third place Eighth-grade girls – first place. Congratulations! Cheer on these athletes at home on […]

Stockdale tennis teams excel at District
Congratulations to the Stockdale tennis program for their 26-3A District team awards. Junior varsity boys – Tennis Team District Champions Varsity boys – Tennis Team District Champions Varsity girls – Tennis Team District Runners- Up.

Stockdale athletes compete at Regional track meet
Peyton Keller qualifies for StateStockdale High School varsity track and field athletes had outstanding performances in the Regional track meet, held April 18-19 at Matador Stadium in Seguin. Results are as follows: Peyton Keller •Girls High Jump – second place – State Qualifier (5’ 5”) •Girls 300-meter hurdles – fifth place (48.17) Cooper Warrick •Boys 3200-meter run – ninth place (10:21.85) •Boys 1600-meter run […]

LADY HORNETS ARE BI-DISTRICT CHAMPIONS
The East Central Lady Hornets celebrate their Bi-District win over the Alexander Laredo Lady Bulldogs April 24. The Lady Hornets won, 6-0, and move on to round two against San Benito for the Area title. Watch for playoff updates at wilsoncountynews.com.

Lady Mustangs softball season comes to an end in Cuero
The Nixon-Smiley Lady Mustangs softball team ended their 2025 season with a loss to the number 11 team in the state in 3A-Division 2, the Hallettsville Lady Brahmas. The Lady Mustangs started their first-round playoff game April 24 strong, with back-to-back singles by sophomore Gracie Gomez and senior Hailee Houseton, but were unable to capitalize on their hits. The Lady […]