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Broncos Overcome Second-Largest Point Deficit in Recent Sonora Football History, Stun Christoval 40-32

MISSED ME, MISSED ME!
Armani Coronado side steps and finds his way around a Christoval Cougar during first quarter action. The Broncos overcame a 20-point deficit to notch up a road win on a rainy night inside Christoval’s Jack Pardee Stadium on Friday, Oct. 2, 2026. Coronado rushed for 163 yards in the contest. NANCY GLASSCOCK | SPECIAL TO THE DEVIL’S RIVER NEWS

Last Friday night in Christoval, the Sonora Broncos overcame being 20 points down after a wild first quarter against the then 1-3 district opponent Cougars on Jack Pardee Stadium’s grass field. Many football teams would have lost focus and stayed in the 20-point hole. The Broncos simply refused to stay there.

Broncos Celebrate Homecoming with 50-14 Rout of TLCA Eagles

Beau Blackbird goes up for the block during the 50-14 win over TLCA on Friday, September 18, 2026.

The 2026 Sonora Homecoming turned into a celebration from start to finish last Friday night.

WILDFIRE

HCTC Donates $10,000 to Sonora Independent School District

$10,000 DONATION
HCTC made a donation of $10,000 to Sonora ISD on Friday, September 11, 2026. Pictured (L-R) Public Relations Specialist Madysen McDonald, SISD Superindendant Michael Kissire, HCTC CEO Craig Cook and Sonora Customer Sales Consultant Abriana Islas. ANGIE BRYANT | THE DEVIL’S RIVER NEWS

HCTC is proud to announce a $10,000 investment in local schools serving the Sonora community, continuing the cooperative’s commitment to supporting the communities it serves.

Sonora Rolls Past Eldorado 40-20 in the 277 Showdown

NOT TODAY
Evan Arredondo blocks a throw by Eagle quarterback Garrett Walling. The Broncos defeated Eldorado 40-20 on Friday, September 11, 2026. NANCY GLASSCOCK | SPECIAL TO THE DEVIL’S RIVER NEWS

The Sonora Broncos took control early and held off a late Eldorado rally Friday night, defeating the Eagles 40-20 at Bronco Stadium.

Dry River Fire Burns Nearly 9,000 Acres in Sutton County

Firefighters attained full containment Tuesday of the Dry River Fire after the Sutton County wildfire burned 8,939 acres west and southwest of Sonora during the past week.

What is New for Hunting Season 2026-2027

AUSTIN — The 2026-27 hunting season has kicked off successfully with the dove opener across Texas on Sept. 1. However, hunters should be aware of regulation changes before entering the field.

Broncos Win Season Opener On the Road in Miles

Sonora traveled to Miles to open the 2026 football season in a match up with the Div 2 2-A Bulldogs. The Broncos won the coin toss and deferred to the second half.

Sonora Hires New City Manager

Najee R. Holverstott is Sonora’s newly hired city manager. His official first day was Monday, August 31, 2026.

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Obituaries

Billy Don Martin

Billy was born October 21, 1942, in Mason, Texas, to Clay and Leona Martin. The third of four boys, he grew up on Lone Mountain, where life was simple, water came straight from the garden hose, and baths were taken only when absolutely necessary.

David William “Bill” Green

David William “Bill” Green, 75, passed away on October 1, 2026, in Austin, Texas. He was born December 5, 1950, in Eldorado to Billy and Gloria Green and grew up in Sonora. Bill was a man of …

Billy Bryan (Bill) Savell

Billy Bryan (Bill) Savell, 92, was a Christ follower, a loving and loyal husband, and a compassionate Daddy and Pawpaw.

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Local Public Notices

September 24

1)Public Notice Type B Sales Tax Proceeds 2) Commissioners Court 26-27Budget and Tax Rate Hearing 3) Sutton County Notice of Public Hearing Tax Increase

September 3, 2026

1) City of Sonora Budget Hearing 2) City of Sonora Public Hearing Tax Increase 3) LMH Budget Hearing 4) SCUWCD Tax Rate Hearing 5) LMH Taxpayer Impact Statement 6) LMH Tax Rates 7) Commissioners Budget and Tax Rate Hearing

August 27, 2026

1) PCR Jellies 2) LMH 2026 Tax Rate 3) Temp. Disaster Exemption 4) SCUWCD Tax Rate 5) Sutton County Appraisal District Budget 6) The Towers, LLC Public Notice 7) Commissioners Budget & Proposed Tax Rate

August 20, 2026

1) Sutton County Budget-Tax Rate Public Hearing 2) PCR Jellies TABC 3) First Notice Holmes Wrecker

August 13, 2026

1) Sonora ISD

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Sports

Sonora JV Girls Win Harper Meet; Varsity Teams Place Third

Sonora’s junior varsity girls captured the team championship while both varsity squads finished third on Wednesday, Sept. 2, at the Harper XC Invitational.

Broncos Lose Home Opener to Harper Longhorns

The 2026 home opener for the Sonora Broncos was spoiled by the visiting Division 2 2A Harper Longhorns.

Broncos Scrimmage And Non-District Schedule Preview

Two-a-days have started for the 2026 Sonora Broncos. Sixty freshmen through seniors have come out to prepare for another year of hard-hitting football. This season, after the realignment, the Broncos are in 2A Region 1 District 4.

BACK TO BACK BRONZE

UP AND OVER
Brook Kaiser is up and over during the Cotton Patch Relays in Wall on Friday, April 4, 2026. See story page 2.
PHOTO BY NANCY GLASSCOCK| SPECIAL TO THE DEVIL’S RIVER NEWS

Sonora Posts Solid Efforts at Cotton Patch Relays

Sonora athletes turned in a number of strong performances across all divisions at the 2026 Cotton Patch Relays held April 2nd at Wall High School, highlighted by multiple top-five finishes in both running and relay events.

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Concho Valley

Fess Parker Festival Saturday at Fort Concho

Are you looking for something to do on Saturday, August 15? A 45-mile drive north on U.S. 277 from Eldorado will take you to the Fess Parker Fess-tival at Fort Concho in San Angelo where the actor …

ASU News: New Exhibit of ‘Abandoned’ Student Artworks

Angelo State University is hosting a new exhibit of artworks left behind by departed art students that will run through Friday, July 24, in the Carr Education-Fine Arts (EFA) Building, 2602 Dena …

ASU Earns National Top 10 ‘Military Friendly School’ Status for 17th Time

For the 17th time, Angelo State University has earned the “Military Friendly School” designation from Victory Media (VIQTORY), which comprises several digital and print resources, including G.I. …

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Lone Star State

Paxton, Talarico Spar Over Gas Taxes, Diesel Prices

U.S. Senate candidates Ken Paxton, the Republican nominee, and Democratic nominee James Talarico traded jabs last week over rising gas and diesel prices, The Texas Tribune reported. …

Wildland Firefighter Memorial Service

A recent spate of wildfires in and around Schleicher County has served as another reminder of how quickly fire can spread across drought-prone West Texas, making this year’s annual Wildland …

Voter Registration Deadline Nears

The deadline to register to vote in the Nov. 3 general election is Oct. 5. Early voting starts Oct. 19 and runs through Oct. 30, according to the Texas Secretary of State’s office. …

New Texas Law Limits Insurance Denials Based on Roof Age

The Texas Department of Insurance (TDI) is clarifying its rule that insurance companies can’t decline or not renew a home insurance policy based on the age of a house or its roof. Under the …

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Lifestyle

How real estate can help build generational wealth

Buchanan Street Partners reports that real estate is a key avenue for building generational wealth, providing income, tax benefits, and appreciation over time for families.

The trucking companies with the worst federal safety scores

THE702FIRM Injury Attorneys reports on trucking companies with high out-of-service rates based on federal inspections.

What every woman should know about menopause and heart health

Hone Health reports that heart disease is the top cause of death for U.S. women, with perimenopause seen as a key time to monitor cardiovascular health.

Why you sweat more in Halloween costumes, and how to stay fresh anyway

AXE reports that Halloween costumes cause excessive sweating due to synthetic fabrics, layers, and limited airflow.

The faster-turnaround advantage: How preferred SBA lenders help businesses move quickly

Plains State Bank reports that Preferred SBA lenders expedite loan approvals for small businesses, providing critical financial support quickly, especially during economic downturns.