Extreme personalities, extreme weather, and extreme planes . . . These are just some of the things that have put Del Rio, TX on the map!
Mustang Miracle
Back to Blog Not Just a Game of Golf In 1957, this team of Hispanic golfers shocked Texas by winning state Read Article Here by Texas Standard – FULL STORY Mustang Miracle- Golf Team tells story made of legend Read Article Here by Latin Sports Hall of Fame – FULL STORY Joe Treviño, Felipe…
Gone But Not Forgotten: San Felipe ISD’s Legacy
Back to Blog For 41 years, San Felipe ISD stood as a beacon of pride, resilience, and cultural identity for Del Rio’s Latino community. You may not see too many Del Rioans sporting Purple and Gold T-shirts or sweaters nowadays, nor hear chants of ‘Yea Mustangs!’ But for 41 years, from the early ’30s to…
Texas Highways: Ancient Artistry
Back to Blog Ancient Artistry: Texas’ prehistoric artwork is a premier archeological resource Texas Highways highlights opportunities to see local rock art up close in this piece by Amanda Ogle.
Texas Parks & Wildlife: Destination Del Rio
A first-hand account of a trip to Seminole Canyon and a Rock Art Foundation Rendevous.
Laughlin Air Force Base
Originally called Laughlin Field, Laughlin Air Force base has been training pilots on a variety of airframes since 1942.
Border Radio
In the 1930s, the controversial Dr. Brinkley established a million-watt radio program to hawk his wares, setting the stage for XERF.
Army Days
What do camels, the army, and a 1950s television series have in common? Learn more about the history of Fort Clark.
The Great Acuña Flood & Amistad Dam
Before there were early warning systems or the Amistad Dam, a hurricane surge overwhelmed our sister city of Acuña and washed out Texas bridges.