Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) awarded the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting to the City of Alice for its annual comprehensive financial report for the fiscal year that ended Sept. 30, 2020.
By Melissa Cantu Trevino mtrevino@cherryroad.com Residents of Alice held a Prayer Vigil Thursday, May 26 for the tragedy that occurred in the City of Uvalde. Uvalde is similar to the City of Alice and is approximately three hours northwest.
Rising Stars Basketball Camp Dates: June 6-8 Ages/Grades: incoming third - ninth graders Times: third - sixth at 9 a.m., and seventh - ninth at 1 p.m. Fees: $40 - cash only Registration forms are at Alice HS Athletic Office.
The summer heat of South Texas is here and local residents can head to the Alice Multi-Use Complex for the summer months. Starting June 1, the YMCA of Alice - Coastal Bend has the indoor and outdoor pools available.
Hurricane season begins on June 1, and forecasters at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) are predicting above-normal hurricane activity in 2022. NOAA predicts, with a 70% confidence, there could be as many as 21 named storms this year, with three to six being classified as a major hurricane (category 3, 4 or 5). With over 350 miles of coastline in Texas, it is important that residents and businesses located in highrisk areas take proactive steps to prepare for the potential of hurricanes.
Most area schools ended the year and students will be home for the summer months. Agua Dulce Independent School District announced the summer meal programs starting Wednesday, June 1.
The City of Alice Mayor Cynthia Carrasco presented the Alice Mongols Texas Boom Squad a proclamation on Wednesday, May 25 for Motorcycle Awareness. May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, and the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reminds vehicle drivers and motorists that safe driving and riding practices and cooperation from all road users will help reduce the number of fatalities and injuries on the nation’s highways, according to the United States Department of Transportation.
For the first time in the history of the city, the Alice Fire Department now has four certified fire inspectors- an increase from just one certified fire inspector. Three Alice firefighters recently earned a Certification from the Texas Commission on Fire Protection as Certified Fire Inspectors.
The Alice Municipal Golf Course recently hosted The Pan American Golf Association (PAGA) Golf Tournament. There were nearly 50 players for the day.
When the weather heats up, many people and pups love getting in the water to cool down. Whether a dog enjoys swimming or just splashing in the shallows, there are several things to keep in mind to ensure they stay safe this summer.