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McGee and Parker Named Top EHS Graduates for 2025

Andrew McGee (L) is the 2025 EHS valedictorian while Cade Parker (R) is the class salutatorian.

Andrew McGee is the Valedictorian of the Eldorado High School Class of 2025, according to a statement released by the school on Monday. McGee completed his four years at EHS with a 101.8604 grade …

EHS Recognizes Top Scholars During 2025 Academic Awards Program

CREAM OF THE CROP -- Students with the highest average for the 2024-25 school year include: Freshman - Lily Aguero; Sophomore - Nasir Jones and Micah McGee; Junior - Brason Brock; Seniors Andrew McGee and Cade Parker. Brason Brock also had the highest average for the school year at any grade level. -- KATHY MANKIN | THE ELDORADO SUCCESS

The EHS Academic Awards Program was held on Monday, May 12th, 2025, in the Eldorado High School Auditorium.

Top Musicians Honored at EHS Spring Band Concert

TALENTED MUSICIAN -- EHS senior Ayla Doran received the 2025 John Philip Sousa Band Award during the Spring Band Concert on May 5th. -- KATHY MANKIN | THE ELDORADO SUCCESS

Eldorado Spring Band Concert was held May 5th in the Eldorado High School Gym under the direction of EHS Band Director Riley Spencer.

County Commissioners Asked About Office Space in Old Library

Schleicher County Commissioners met Monday morning, May 12th, in the Memorial Building and heard from Cindy Cawley, manager of the Plateau Underground Water Conservation & Control District, who asked if the water district could use the space being vacated by the Public Library on South Main Street.

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The Blotter

ARRESTS MAY 6 • Douglas Lee Bowmer, 45, arrested on a warrant for failure to register as a sex offender annually. Released 5/7/25 on a $25,000 surety bond.

SCISD Facility Planning Committee Recommends Constructing $23.5 Million Elementary School

The Schleicher County ISD board of trustees met Monday evening, May 12th and heard from Emily Adame who presented the district’s facility planning committee report in which the committee …

Eldorado City Council Meets at Old Senior Center

Eldorado City Council met Monday evening, May 12th at the old Senior Center building due to ongoing renovations inside City Hall.

Eldorado Game Association Awards 17 $2,000 Scholarships

The Eldorado Game Association was pleased to award 17 $2,000 scholarships at the Academic Awards Program on Monday, May 12 in the EHS auditorium

Voters Pick Rodriguez, Swift

Schleicher County voters returned two incumbents to office on Saturday, May 3rd, as they went to the polls to decide seats on the school board and water district board.

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ARRESTS APR 29 • Pedro De Los Santos, 40, arrested on a Bextar County warrant. Still in custody. APR 30 • John Steven Gourley, 42, arrested for unlawful possession of a firearm by …

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Obituaries

Roger Keith Tucker

Roger Keith Tucker went to join his Savior on April 15, 2025. Roger was born in Frederick, Oklahoma to Bertha and J. M. Tucker on September 17, 1935.

Danell Baker McCormack

Danell Baker McCormack passed away on April, 18, 2025. Graveside services will be held Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. in Eldorado Cemetery, and a memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church in Eldorado.

Matthews “Matt” Brown

Matthews “Matt” Brown was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, son, and follower of Jesus. Born and raised in Houston, Texas, he lived a life full of faith, kindness, and …

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LOCAL PUBLIC NOTICES

May 15, 2025

1) Schleicher County ISD Request for Qualifications for Architect; 2) Sheriff Sale

May 8, 2025

1) Schleicher County Notice of Adoption of Revise Election Precincts; 2) Sheriff Sale; 3) Schleicher County ISD Request for Qualifications for Architect

May 1, 2025

1) Schleicher County Appraisal Property Tax Protest and Appeals Procedures

April 24, 2025

1) Schleicher County Invitation to Bid

April 17, 2025

1) Schleicher County Invitation to Bid

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SPORTS

Eagles Tennis Earn Medals at District Tourney

The EHS tennis team traveled to Big Lake April 28-29 to compete in the District 7-2A Tennis Tournament.

SWING BATTER, BATTER, SWING -- Eagles catcher Eleazar Hernandez provides a target behind the plate as a Wink Wildcat batter attempts to lay down a bunt during Bi-District Playoff action on Thursday, May 1st in Fort Stockton. The Wildcats won the best-of-three series by scores of 9-3 and 5-4, ending the Eagles 2025 season. -- COURTESY PHOTO | SUZIE BYBEE

Eagles Season Ends With Bi-District Loss to Wink

The Eldorado Eagles baseball team’s 2025 season came to an end on Thursday, May 1st as they lost the first two games of a best-of-three Bi-District Championship series to the Wink Wildcats at Panther Field in Fort Stockton.

HIGH ATHLETIC & ACADEMIC STANDARDS -- Six Lady Eagles claimed seven spots on the Texas High School Coaches Association’s 2025 Academic All-State Team. They include (Front L-R) Ava Rodriguez - Track; Madeline Valeriano - Track, Ayla Doran - Track, (Back L-R) Allison Meador - Softball, Minelly Montes - Softball and Track, and Naomi Martinez - Softball. -- COURTESY PHOTO | ILLUSIONS PHOTOGRAPHY

EHS Track, Softball Athletes Earn Academic Recognition

Six members of the EHS Lady Eagle track and softball teams have been named to the 2025 Texas High School Coaches Association Academic All-State Teams.

STRIKE THREE! Eagles catcher Cody Bybee squeezes a high fast ball from Jonnie Rae Adame as a Sonora Bronco batter strikes out in the Warbirds 18-3 win over Sonora on Saturday, April 26th. The win came in the second half of a double header with the Eagles winning the first game 9-3. Eldorado will travel to Fort Stockton on Thursday, May 1st where they will face the Wink Wildcats at 5p.m. to begin a best-of-three series. The second game, and third if necessary, will be played beginning at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 3rd, also in Fort Stockton. -- KATHY MANKIN | THE ELDORADO SUCCESS

Eagles Look to Bi-District Series with Wink After Sweeping Sonora to End District Season

The Eldorado Eagles baseball team swept the Sonora Broncos in a double header played Saturday, April 26th, at Bronco Field in Sonora. The back-to-back wins propelled the Eagles into the State 2A …

TRIPLE JUMPING TO THE STATE MEET -- Kember Briley will represent Eldorado High School at the State 2A Track Meet in Austin on May 2nd after placing third in the triple jump with a distance of 44-11.50 at the Regional Meet in Canyon last week. His was the best 3rd Place jump in Texas, qualifying him to advance to the State Meet as a wildcard. -- JAY SEDBERRY | ROPES ISD

Briley Advances to State Track Meet

Eldorado High School will be represented at the State Track Meet on May 2nd by Kember Briley. The EHS junior placed 3rd in the triple jump at the Regional Track Meet in Canyon last week. He earned a …

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Concho Valley

Fort Concho to Celebrate Armed Forces Day on Saturday

Fort Concho will celebrate Armed Forces Day on Saturday, May 17, with hourly cannon firings from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. near the site’s Visitor Center at Barracks 1630 South Oakes St.

Fort Concho to Host Frontier Day on Saturday, April 26th

Celebrate San Angelo’s heritage Saturday, April 26, as the fort hosts the annual Frontier Day event, promoting our city’s ranching, pioneer and agricultural traditions. Fort …

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San Angelo Man Posing as 11-Year-Old in Child Pornography Production Case Sentenced to 50 years in Federal Prison

A San Angelo man who impersonated an 11-year-old child and persuaded a 9-year-old female child to produce child sexual abuse material was sentenced Tuesday to 50 years in federal prison, announced Acting United States Attorney for the Northern District of Texas Chad E. Meacham.

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Lone Star State

Governor Abbott Signs School Voucher Bill Into Law

Gov. Greg Abbott last week signed a $1 billion private school voucher bill into law in front of a large crowd at the Governor’s Mansion, the San Antonio Express-News and other media outlets reported. Abbott called the new law the biggest legislative win of his time in the governor’s office and touted the new program as the largest in the nation.

Texas DPS Urges Texans to Stay Cool, but Prepare for a Long, Hot Summer

Temperatures are soaring across the state this week and the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is urging Texans to take precautions to stay safe. Taking simple steps now can help protect you and your loved ones this week and beyond.

House Bill Proposes New Standardized Test for Texas Students

A Texas House bill would eliminate the State of Texas Assessment of Academic Readiness test and replace it with a test comparing students’ performance to one another rather than state-set standards, the Austin American-Statesman reported.

Wildfire Awareness Month Highlights Safety Strategies

In 2024, Texas saw 5,187 wildfires burn over 1.3 million acres. Because wildfires are unpredictable and know no boundaries, every Texan should always be prepared.

FEATURED FUGITIVE -- Kevin Galileo Morales Saravia of El Salvador is the featured fugitive for the month of May on the DPS 10 Most Wanted Criminal Illegal Immigrants List. -- | COURTESY PHOTO

DPS Fugitive: Salvadoran Child Sex Predator

AUSTIN – A criminal illegal immigrant wanted for sexually abusing a child is this month’s Featured Fugitive. Kevin Galileo Morales Saravia has been added to the 10 Most Wanted Criminal Illegal Immigrants List and the reward for information leading to his arrest is increased to $4,000 during the month of May if the tip is received this month.

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