SR94 - Recognizing February 13, 2025, as Uvalde County Day.

          SENATE RESOLUTION NO. 94          WHEREAS, Proud residents of Uvalde County are gathering in   Austin on February 13, 2025, to celebrate Uvalde County Day at   the State Capitol; and          WHEREAS, Permanent settlers began to arrive in the region   in the 1850s, and Uvalde County was established in 1856; a   rough-and-tumble frontier area during and after the Civil War,   the county became a ranching center in the late 1800s and was also   renowned for its honey, which took first prize at the Paris   World's Fair in 1900; today, the county's economy continues to be   based on agribusiness, including farming and the raising of   livestock such as cattle, sheep, and goats; and          WHEREAS, Four spring-fed rivers, the Nueces, Leona,   Sabinal, and Frio, have cut ruggedly beautiful canyons through   the region's rolling hills, and the county draws hunters from   around the state with its abundance of deer, quail, doves, and   turkeys; additionally, swimmers, campers, bird-watchers, and   other outdoor enthusiasts may enjoy the activities of the scenic   Garner State Park and Cooks Slough Sanctuary and Nature Park; and          WHEREAS, Founded more than 150 years ago, the city of Uvalde   is the county seat and is home to a number of attractions; John   Nance "Cactus Jack" Garner, the 32nd vice president of the United   States, lived and practiced law there; former Texas governor Dolph   Briscoe Jr. was born and raised in the city and returned to it   following the completion of his terms in office; the Briscoe Art   and Antique Collection displays works collected by Governor   Briscoe and his wife; in addition, the town hosts presentations by   the Sahawe Dancers, who help preserve the Native American cultural   practices of the Southwest with their popular performances; and          WHEREAS, Other communities in the county include Knippa,   Cline, Montell, Utopia, Concan, Reagan Wells, and Sabinal, which   is a popular ranch center and retirement area; and          WHEREAS, The citizens of this notable county are working to   preserve the best of their past even as they look forward to a   bright and promising future, and it is fitting to honor them for   their unique contributions to the story of the Lone Star State;   now, therefore, be it          RESOLVED, That the Senate of the State of Texas, 89th   Legislature, hereby recognize February 13, 2025, as Uvalde   County Day at the State Capitol and extend a warm welcome to the   visiting delegation.     Gutierrez                 ________________________________          President of the Senate               I hereby certify that the     above Resolution was adopted by     the Senate on February 18, 2025.                 ________________________________          Secretary of the Senate                 ________________________________           Member, Texas Senate