9 pageant queens from Del Rio joined the most extravagant part of San Antonio’s multi-day Fiesta festival by appearing in the Flambeau Parade this year, which is known as the largest illuminated night parade in America. The local queens who appeared in the parade are crowned by the Brown Plaza Association, creating a lineup of celebration-themed titles, including Miss Fiesta and Miss Cinco de Mayo, and range from ages 6 to 20 years old. Riding atop a vibrant float designed to

After months of inquiry, answers have finally been uncovered about the Del Rio municipal water well debate. The city is taking strides to solve the water crisis quickly, however, their plan of action has been questioned. Connect Del Rio has followed the story since first hearing Ronda Hargrove raise citizen concerns to City Council in February 2025… Why is the city taking on debt to construct a new $12.8 million-dollar well instead of utilizing the existing city-owned Hamilto

Last weekend, the Del Rio High School Smokin’ Rams BBQ Club traveled to Burnet, Texas to compete in the Texas High School State Competition where 3 teams: The Smokin’ Rams, The Blue Flame, and Certified Delicious, represented DRHS in the competition, showcasing the skills and recipes they have been practicing under the guidance of their instructor, Chef Adan Cortez for the last few months.

Photo highlights from the recent Del Rio Comic-con!

Laughlin Air Force Base is actively trying to connect with local small businesses and wants them to bid on more projects. They're even hosting a free training event on Wednesday morning, May 21, 2025, called "Industry Day," to teach people how to become government contractors. Laughlin AFB awards between $35 and $45 million in contracts each fiscal year, with individual bid solicitations ranging from small purchases to multi-million-dollar projects.

By the beginning of the 2025-2026 school year, Garfield Elementary will be no more as it becomes Garfield Middle School. After catching wind of the news, former Garfield Elementary staff planned a reunion outside the school entrance at 300 W Martin Street while its signage still reads ‘Garfield Elementary’. 

Addressing a critical transportation gap in Del Rio, Bike Del Rio has launched a vital Bike Donation Program to provide bicycles to community members facing financial hardship. Bike Del Rio, a ragtag team of passionate volunteers dedicated to promoting cycling for fun, fitness, and community wellness, is expanding its impact with a new mission focused on service. Over the last 2 years, they have cultivated a thriving cycling culture in Del Rio, supported local wellness nonpro

At Del Rio News, our commitment is to report on the events that genuinely shape and affect our community. We announce the return of the Blotter, with a renewed focus on significant crimes—those that have the greatest impact on public safety and well-being. This updated approach seeks to highlight major, high-profile incidents, with the intention of informing the public, fostering accountability, and ultimately contributing to a safer community for all. Through clear, fact-bas

“As of April 16, the Rio Grande, the Lower Rio Grande, was declared an ‘Endangered River’ by the American Rivers Organization,” said Jessie F. Fuentes during the Southwest Water Coalition on Friday afternoon, April 25. He informed the group, “of the 10 rivers that have been declared endangered, the Rio Grande is # 5.

At the center of Val Verde Regional Medical Center, you’ll find an outdoor courtyard known as the Tranquility Garden. With a large, senior tree giving ample shade and wind chimes ringing in the breeze, it’s a place designed to help hospital visitors find a moment of peace.