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.  

Volunteers from the Southwest Water Coalition are hosting a major San Felipe Creek Cleanup on May 24, and everyone in the community is encouraged to participate. The San Felipe Creek is a cherished community resource, the lifeblood of Del Rio. Sadly, it is suffering. Creek conditions are so severe that the Southwest Water Coalition has teamed up with Keep Texas Beautiful, Trash Free Gulf, and Texas Litter Database to conduct a systematic litter survey of the area.

The San Felipe Springs Golf Course has struggled with profitability for years, profits steadily declining since the City of Del Rio acquired ownership in 2015. Major golf course improvements are required, but the municipal business is not profitable enough to reinvest in itself. The San Felipe Spring Golf course has been kept up by money from the city’s General Fund for years. To prevent shutdown or emergency sale, the city is making big changes.