What's the news out of Eagle Pass today, May 16, 2023?

 By Bard

Here are some of the top headlines from Eagle Pass, Texas on May 16, 2023:

*Eagle Pass City Council Approves New Ordinances

The Eagle Pass City Council approved two new ordinances on Monday night. The first ordinance prohibits the discharge of fireworks within city limits. The second ordinance prohibits the possession of open containers of alcohol in public places.

*Local Man Arrested for DWI

A local man was arrested for driving while intoxicated on Monday night. The man was pulled over by police after he was seen driving erratically. He failed a sobriety test and was arrested.

*Eagle Pass High School Graduates Top of Class

Eagle Pass High School graduate Juan Hernandez graduated at the top of his class on Saturday. Hernandez was valedictorian of the class of 2023. He plans to attend the University of Texas at Austin in the fall.

*Eagle Pass Woman Wins $1 Million Lottery

An Eagle Pass woman won $1 million in the Texas Lottery on Monday. The woman purchased the winning ticket at a convenience store in Eagle Pass. She plans to use the money to pay off her bills and buy a new car.

*Eagle Pass Chamber of Commerce Announces New Events

The Eagle Pass Chamber of Commerce announced a number of new events for the upcoming year. The events include a business expo, a job fair, and a farmers market.

These are just a few of the top headlines from Eagle Pass, Texas on May 16, 2023. For more news, visit the Eagle Pass Chamber of Commerce website or the Eagle Pass Independent newspaper website.