Jennifer Gilliland recaps the week of October 30 through November 5th

This week in Uvalde was very  busy, so if you missed anything lhere are the details. Early voting wrapped up as the candidates urged citizens to come to vote and by Friday’s end aproximately over 1,400  votes have been cast. Election day is Tuesday, November 8, 2022, you may check your voter status as well as the polling location at My Voter Portal (texas.gov) . Please remember your vote matters

  Wednesday was exceptionally busy as multiple events took place sometimes simultaneously. It was Dia de los Muertos which celebrates the lives of loved ones we lost especially those 21 beautiful angels. Beto O’Rourke held a rally in front of the Civic Center and then walked with a majority of  the 21  families from O’Feila’s Restaurant  to the cemetery where the celebrations continued. Dia de los Muertos was also celebrated later that evening at the town square complete with several booths as well as music.  Uvalde High School had the Homecoming parade and a bonfire which has not happened in many years. On Friday night, Uvalde played Somerset and despite the loss the Coyotes are playoff bound. The 2022 Homecoming Queen and King are Elizabeth De Leon and Jarrett Hernandez. What a beautiful night congratulations.

  Early this morning, Lexi’s Legacy Run was held where about 30 participants walked, ran, or rolled from Lexi’s Murall down Nopal, down Fourth, down Studer, down Camp, and back to Lexi’s mural. It was an honor to participate, and I know Lexi’s smiling!

  The 41st  Hunter’s Roundup took  place at the Uvalde County Fairplex  from at 5 pm to 10 pm.