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A cool good deed done for Shinola’s beloved late owner

BY NATALIE GENTRY Shinola’s Texas Cafe of Springtown is a busy place.

Every second Saturday live music is heard on the patio – one that’s now cooled in the summer and heated in the winter.

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Lingle’s Final Ride

The addition of temperature control in the outdoor eating space was the last project owners Robin and Tommy Frantom began before Tommy died unexpectedly last May. “Tommy had called Russell (Reed) PLEASE SEE SHINOLA’S, PAGE 4A.

Traffic stopped on Main Street for a horse drawn carriage as Springtown resident Ruth Lingle was laid to rest Nov. 12.

Photo by Natalie Gentry

Character education key to combating bullying in school SISD taking an active stance in educating students on the issue Robin Frantom adjusts the temperature on the LG unit located on the patio area of Shinola’s in Springtown.

Photo by Natalie Gentry

BY NATALIE GENTRY Bullying is a national issue with tendrils that are creeping into every aspect of life.

Earlier this week there were even accusations of bullying within the NFL. Springtown Independent School District (SISD) takes any allegation of bullying seriously.

“We are working hard to be proactive in addressing this complicated issue,” said Mike Kelly, SISD Superintendent.

However, Kelley and other officials with the district understand that a merely reactionary approach will not do much to decrease the occurrences of bullying in the schools.

Springtown Middle School (SMS) has implemented a couple of programs to address “relational aggression.”

The school has focused on programs that teach and encourage students to intervene appropriately when bullying occurs.

SMS counselor, Tammie Mueller explained the Peers Making Peace program. “We have eight trained Peer Mediators who accept referrals from students, teachers, and administrators.”

Peers Making Peace is one of the few conflict resolution programs in the nation to be recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, the Center for Substance Abuse Prevention, and the Office for Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention.

“Peer Mediators also monitor the hallways during passing periods,” Mueller said. “Their presence has already shown a decrease in student-to-student aggression.”

In addition to peer mediators, SMS also trains student “lifeguards.”

Lifeguards are student volunteers who are trained to identify relational aggression, like exclusion, gossip, silent treatment, body language, verbal putOn the Friday before Veterans Day, James Sorah, Jane Sorah, and downs, and hurtful or damaging notes, Jillian Sorah (kneeling) were part of two groups – American Heri- texts, or posts.

Currently there are over 100 Lifetage Girls and Trail Life USA Generations of Faith Family Church guards at SMS who refuse to be byTroop 1228 – that placed flags on all veterans’ graves.

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Displays fill the halls of Goshen Creek Elementary as part of the Rachel’s Challenge program. This program is only one of the many that SISD has in place to combat bullying.

Photos courtesy of SISD priately to bullying behavior.

“Teaching all SMS kids to be good friends or good classmates is our goal,” said Mueller.

Most of the students have embraced these programs.

Mueller and SMS Principal, Mark Wilson are encouraged by the fact that the students have begun a Mean Stinks grassroots campaign.

“They are promoting good citizenship by signing an anti-bullying pledge and painting their pinky nail blue,” Mueller said. “Even a lot of boys are getting into the act although meanstinks.com was initially intended for girls.”

The point is, Muller said, everyone wants to take a stand against mean people.

Sarah Raj, Goshen Creek Elementary School’s (GCES) counselor agrees.

The school is piloting Rachel’s Challenge, a nationally-known series of student-empowering programs and strategies designed to equip students and adults to combat bullying.

“GCES adopted Rachel’s Challenge earlier this year to hopefully make a positive impact on the climate and culture on our campus,” she said. “So far, we have implemented several components including chain links of kindness, goal setting strategies, and guidance lessons focused on positivity and good character.”

The chain links of kindness are by far the most tangible component for the students.

Raj explained that students receive chain links for doing intentional acts of kindness.

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NEWS DIGEST GriefShare focuses on holidays First Baptist Church Castle Hills, 401 Beverly Road in Azle, will host a “Surviving the Holidays Seminar” Saturday, Nov. 16. The event focuses on helping those who are grieving make it through the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays.

The 10 a.m.-noon program comes through GriefShare with a $10 fee that includes a workbook.

For more information, contact Lonnie Hamel at 817-5003283 or at lfh246@gmail.com. More information is available at www.griefshare.org/holidays.

First Baptist mission auction Nov. 21 Lottie Moon Missions will again be the beneficiary of First Baptist Church Springtown’s annual auction. The event – which runs from 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 21 – offers handmade items for purchase as well as silent and regular auction.

The church address is 500 North Main Street.

Neighbor to Neighbors needs food Springtown food pantry Neighbor to Neighbors hopes to provide full meals for 300 to 350 families this holiday season.

Donations of food and money will be accepted through Dec. 18 at 413 S. Main Street. N2N is open Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to noon the first three weeks of each month. Holiday meals will be delivered Dec. 21.

Project Celebration selling t-shirts “Once a Porcupine, Always a Porcupine” says a t-shirt offered for sale by the 2014 Project Celebration committee.

Shirts cost $15 with all proceeds going to the ’14 celebration for SHS seniors. Sizes range from adult small to adult XXX. To order, visit www.carriewilkerson.com/shs-alumni-shirtorder-page/.

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Local trainer shows winners at AQHA World Championships Turning Point Ranch owner makes mark in OKC

BY CARLA NOAH STUTSMAN The 2013 American Quarter Horse Association Open World Championship Show runs through Nov. 23 in Oklahoma City, and the Azle/ Springtown area is already well-represented there.

Chuck Briggs, a trainer who owns Turning Point Ranch off Jay Bird Lane, has shown two winning equines so far in the show.

A brief phone call to Briggs Wednesday revealed a schedule that prevented him from talking at length, but elicited a confident statement that “the show runs for another week, so there will be more.”

The Epigraph assumes he meant more wins.

Briggs showed two winners at the show on Sunday, Nov. 10.

Blue Sky Serenade captured the reserve world championship title in progressive working hunter competition. The reserve world champion is owned by Rodger Call of Fort Worth.

American Quarter Horse Blue Sky Serenade is a 2008 brown gelding. Blue Sky Serenade, sired by Skys Blue Boy and out of Spooky Detail, was bred by Brenda Larsen of Webster, Wisconsin.

In the progressive working hunter class, 18 entries competed for world champion honors and a purse of $9,830.34.

Reserve world champions received a prize package that included a custom-designed silver trophy, Montana Silversmiths buckle, a specially designed logoed jacket, an embroidered

Santa event Dec. 8-9 in W’ford The 2nd Annual Santa is Coming to Town is slated for Dec. 7-8 from noon until 7 p.m. at Hollow Hill Farm Event Center, 1680 Mary Drive in Weatherford. Food, games, and crafts will be available. For a fee, photographers will take family portraits or shots with Santa. For more information, call 214-596-8081 or 214-840-3980.

Meet the Epigraph Staff Chuck Briggs of Turning Point Ranch is pictured atop Dirty Sexy Money, who captured third place in senior working hunter competition at the AQHA World Championships in Oklahoma City Sunday, Nov. 10.

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Blue Sky Serenade was named reserve world champion in progressive working hunter competition at the AQHA World Championships in Oklahoma City Sunday, Nov. 10. The horse was shown by Chuck Briggs of Turning Point Ranch on Jay Bird Lane.

blanket, and a medallion.

Briggs also showed Dirty Sexy Money to capture third place in senior working hunter competition at the show.

The third place horse is owned by Janet and Kent Martin of Wells.

Dirty Sexy Money is a 2007 gray gelding sired by Sheiks Big Leaguer and out of Fight Over Emmie, and bred by Melissa Ann Miller of Belton.

In the senior working hunter class, 22 entries competed for world champion honors and a purse of $12,014.86.

Third place received a prize package that included a custom-designed bronze trophy, specially designed logoed jacket, boots, and a medallion.

The AQHA World Show is the pinnacle event for American Quarter Horse owners and exhibitors around the world, who must qualify for the event by earning a predetermined number of points to compete in each of the classes representing halter, English and western disciplines. More than 3,390 entries from the United States, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brazil, Canada, China, Germany, Mexico and the United Kingdom are competing for 98 world championships at this year’s event, November 8-23 at State Fair Park in Oklahoma City.

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Youth Appreciation Leadership

Scores of students filed into the Springtown High School cafeteria early on the morning of Nov. 12 and were recognized by the Springtown Optimist Club as part of the group’s annual Youth Appreciation Leadership event. All teens in attendance held at least one leadership role at SHS – many had more than one.

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Shinola’s recipient of local A/C pros’ kindness ■ SHINOLA’S, FROM PAGE ONE.

(Reed) a few days before he passed away and asked him to begin looking for a unit to put on the patio,” Robin Frantom said. “After Tommy passed, Russell called me and told me how much they all really cared about Tommy and that he wanted to organize it so they could honor (Tommy) and donate the unit.”

Frantom presented a plaque to the owners of A/C & Heat

By Russell and Morrison Supply Company for their combined donation of the LG heating and cooling unit on the patio.

“Tommy was a special person,” Reed, of AC & Heat by Russell, said.

People who knew Tommy

Frantom, tells stories of his love for his wife, his inclination for practical jokes, and his dedication to his staff.

“Tommy treated everyone he knew like family,” said Frantom. “Like our vendors, they weren’t just vendors to him. And our employees are like family.”

A testament to the devotion both Frantoms have shown their staff is the fact that 15 of the 23 Shinola’s employees have been with the restaurant it opened.

In an industry infamous for employee turnover, that statement speaks volumes.

Reed and Billy Morrison, of Morrison Supply Company decided that they needed to complete Tommy’s last project for the restaurant a reality.

Quick! It’s Wintertime!

“I said ‘We really need to do something’ to Billy,” Reed said. “He had the idea of getting LG on board, and I just thought that was a great idea.”

We are just happy that we could take a burden off of (Robin).”

“The units are amazing,” said Morrison. “They heat and cool, and this one will keep the area comfortable.”

The unit has proven itself in the heat this summer; Frantom said it has kept the area comfortable. Now, she says, comes its cold weather test.

“It has been such a blessing to have the patio heated and cooled,” Frantom said.

“Sundays have become busier because people know we can seat them and it won’t be too hot or cold.”

The first freeze of the year Nov. 13 convinced a tree to shed all its leaves at once – right atop Jessica Wells’ truck. The City of Springtown employee said she had never seen that happen in her eight years here.

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Robin Frantom (center), owner of Shinola’s Texas Cafe in Springtown presented a plaque to (l-r) Billy and Stephanie Morrison of Morrison Supply Company and Patty and Russell Reed of A/C & Heat by Russell in appreciation for their donation of the heating and cooling unit in the patio area of the restaurant.

Photo by Natalie Gentry

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LUNCH PRICES EC-4th Grade ...... $2.00 5th-12th Grade ..... $2.25 Reduced ..............$0.40 Adult .................... $3.25

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of JOHN D. ANDERSON, Deceased, were issued on November 7, 2013, in Cause No. 13P245, pending in the County Court of Parker County, Texas, to: Ruth Ann Dommert.

All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. c/o: Ruth Ann Dommert 403 Azle Highway, Weatherford, Texas 76085 DATED the 6th day of November, 2013.

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Obituaries Helen Joyce Megason

Ruth Lingle

Helen Joyce Megason 87, A loving mother, Mimi, went home to be with her Lord on Tuesday, Nov. 12, 2013.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, Nov. 16, 2013 at Alexander’s Midway, Springtown.

Joyce was born April 20, 1926. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband of 57 years, George A. Megason in 2002; grandson, Jason Lynn Mageson: and one sister, Bobbie Dillard.

Survivors include son, George Lynn Megason and wife, Debbie; daughter, Pamela Scoggins; son, Sam Megason and fiancé Kelly; two grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; 1 great-great granddaughter; 2 nieces and 2 nephews; extended family and many friends.

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Ruth Lingle, 77, beloved mother, grandmother and friend, passed away on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2013 at a local hospital.

Funeral service was held 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday at White’s Springtown Chapel, 401 N. Main St., Springtown.

Interment: Springtown Cemetery Visitation was 6 - 8 p.m.

Monday at the funeral home.

Ruth Neomi Gilliland was born on April 27, 1936 to Nelson Milroy and Fannie Stamey Gilliland in Valdese, North Carolina. She met and married William Farris Lingle on Nov. 12, 1949.

Ruth lived life to the fullest and never took anything for granted. She leaves behind a legacy.

Ruth was preceded in death by her husband, William Farris Lingle in February of 1984; and her parents.

Survivors include children, David Lingle, Danny Lingle, both of Springtown, Richard Lingle of Oklahoma, Wilma Melendez and husband, Efrain, of Chico, Barbara Moorhead, Zenita Matlock, Darrell Lingle and wife, Darla and Frankie Lingle, all of Springtown; 26 granchildren; 54 great-grandchildren; 6 greatgreat-grandchildren; and a host of loving family members and friends.

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Leigh Ann Martin 1975-2013

Leigh Ann Martin, 38 of Springtown, Texas went to be with the Lord on Nov. 7, 2013 due to medical reasons in Cypress, Texas.

Leigh Ann Martin was born in Fort Worth, TX to Keith and Phyllis Martin on Feb. 6, 1975.

She grew up in Springtown before moving to the Houston area in 1993 where she and her family lived for the past 19 years. She had returned to the Springtown area this past year to help care for her father during his illness.

Celebration of Life Memorial service will be Saturday, Nov. 16, 2013 at the Springtown Church of Christ at noon with lunch provided for everyone after the service to sit and visit and share their memories and stories of Leigh Ann. She and her infectious smile will be missed by many. She kept us all laughing with her quick wit and funny antics.

Leigh Ann was preceded in death by her mother-in-law Polly Thompson of Cypress; great-grandfather Earl Burns Sr. and grandfather Earl Burns Jr., grandmother Mary Ruth Martin and grandfather Edward Martin.

Survivors include John Russell husband and love of her life; son, Johnny Russell of Cypress; parents, Keith and Phyllis Martin of Springtown; sisters, Lori Randolph and husband Kenny, Cheryl Evans and husband Richie; brother, Mitchell Martin and Lauren all of Springtown; nieces and nephews Justin, Jessica, Jordan, Hunter, Morgan, & Brayden of Springtown; grandmother, Brunetta Burns of Springtown; father-in-law, Hank Thompson; brother-in-law, John Thompson and wife Susan; nieces Cheyene and Baileah Thompson of Mexia; sister-in-law, Lynn; niece, Ashley; numerous aunts, uncles, & cousins. Many precious friends from the Houston area, her beloved dog, Ashi.

Love you bigger!

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Tickets for Toys returns to Springtown PD

BY NATALIE GENTRY The Springtown Police Department will begin their holiday toy drive next week.

From Nov. 18-Dec. 23 officers will issue little red tickets for toys for minor violations.

These tickets are not actual citations but an opportunity to spread Christmas cheer.

The hope is that, in the spirit of giving, recipients of the “tickets” will pay it forward and donate a new, unwrapped gift for a needy local child.

Those who receive a ticket need to make sure to attach it to the donated toy.

Springtown has joined many police departments around the country such as Boston, Lubbock, and several Cincinnati suburbs that participate in this tradition.

Donations may be dropped off 24 hours a day at Springtown PD and during business hours at The Dog House Pet Salon.

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Request patrol ........................................... 30 Vehicle Maintenance ................................. 27 Report writing ............................................ 23 Parking violation .......................................... 1 In suspect’s presence .................................. 1 Meet ambulance/CareFlite .......................... 1 Security check ......................................... 316 Animal at large............................................. 1 Traffic stop ............................................... 104 Traffic control ............................................... 1 911 hangup .................................................. 2 Ordinance violation ...................................... 1 Welfare concern .......................................... 4 Impound lot .................................................. 7 Out of vehicle............................................... 5 Out at station ............................................. 55 Court ............................................................ 1 School security ............................................ 9

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Veterans Day Patriotism Veterans since WWI were honored on Veteran’s day with flags placed upon graves at Springtown cemetary.

Home Improvement • General Contractor • New Construction Additions Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling Architectural Planning and Design This little “ticket” will take the place of some minor traffic violation citations this holiday season. The actual tickets are red. Photo Courtesy of the Springtown Police Department

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Jordan Russell from Springtown, Jorie West of Sayani from Springtown, Dylan Sosebee from Weatherford, Grace Kautz from Weatherford and Christie West of Sayani from Springtown participated in a Native American-themed campout.

Group learns of Native American culture

BY NATALIE GENTRY The sounds of Springtown’s Native American music duo Sayani could be heard Nov. 8 as over 100 American Heritage Girls and leaders gathered around a council fire at Camp Holland in Weatherford.

The campout, hosted by troop Tx5160, provided girls ages 12-18 with the opportunity to participate in a range of traditional Native American activities including knife and tomahawk throwing, archery, fire building, and travois lashing races.

Each troop in attendance was assigned a tribe to represent. The names of these tribes were displayed on flags and banners the girls made.

In addition, handmade items such as sample dwellings and tanned rabbit hides filled the campsites.

Gloria Elam of the Springtown Legends Museum attended and brought her wealth of knowledge of Native American as well as authentic artifacts.

One highlight of the weekend was the Native American cooking contest.

One meal included Muscovy duck stew made from a molasses and herb-marinated duck the girls had butchered, vegetables they had raised, and herbs they had harvested from the land.

The girls created a side dish of mesquite bean

flat cakes by using a mortar and pestle to grind their own flour from mesquite beans and wheat.

They then combined the flour with fresh milk and free range chicken eggs to create cakes.

Roasted pumpkin seeds topped off the meal that was served in containers made from gourds.

Many of the girls dressed in Native American regalia as they presented the meals to the judges in an authentic 20-foot teepee.

“Even though in reality the girls were in the middle of the city, Camp Holland gives the feeling of truly being in the country,” Camp Director, LeAnn Russell of Springtown said.

“The nights are filled with the sights and sounds of wildlife with owls hooting and raccoons looking for leftover S’mores,” she continued. “And in the early mornings the campers were greeted by deer and the melodies of songbirds.”

The weekend ended with the girls completing projects designed to leave the campgrounds in better condition than they had found them.

American Heritage Girls is a program available to girls ages 5 to 18.

There is also a program for boys of the same ages entitled Trail Life USA. More information can be found on their websites at www.ahgonline.org or www.traillifeusa.com.

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The links are then displayed in the classrooms and hallways of the building to be a reminder to students and staff alike to continue to treat others with kindness and compassion.

To date, more than 4,000 chain links have been awarded.

Each morning, GCES Principal Wesley Thomas shares a positive quote during announcements, and students have begun to journal in the classroom about short term and long term goals.

“The students have become more aware of their behavior and its impact on others,” Raj said. “The change in climate and negative behaviors will not be an overnight one, but we have certainly seen a shift begin to occur since the implementation.”

Superintendent Kelley said the district will review the program’s impact at the end of the year and decide whether or not to adopt it at other campuses in the future.

The district has tackled bullying outside of the classroom too.

The athletic department has begun reading and using Coaching to Change Lives with the district’s sports programs.

The book features curriculum for teaching values such as self-discipline, responsibility, accountability, leadership, and loyalty.

One program that umbrellas the entire district is the “Character Counts.”

The program is an approach to character education intended not to exclude anyone.

It is based on six ethical values -- trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring and citizenship.

Every 6 weeks a new character trait is incorporated into the curriculum by teachers. It is designed to instill ethical behavior and teach good citizenship to students and families.

“Many teachers informally make character education an integral part of teaching every day,” Kelley said.

The hope is that implementing a formal program will raise awareness within the school community and promote cooperation between teachers, students, parents, and Springtown as a whole.

“One area where I believe we need to do a better job is in closing the communication gap between the schools and parents,” Kelley said.

If parents know and understand the programs in place in the schools then they will understand any terminology used by their children and respond accordingly.

“I have to believe these programs are working,” Kelley said.

He explained that communication between home and school is the key to raising awareness and combating bullying.

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Project Celebration golf tourney fundraiser an ace

BY MARK K. CAMPBELL The annual Project Celebration golf tournament gave the end-of-prom party a big boost.

At Azle’s Cross Timbers Golf Course, 17 teams contested for bragging rights.

The winners were Bob Eakin, Josh Derting, J.W. Sneed, and David Sneed; the quartet combined for a stunning score of 51.

Taking second place with a 57 was the

team of Lance Tate, Eric Smythe, Corey Phillips, and Shannon Hart.

Aside from playing a round, several unique awards were claimed.

Jeremy Posel won the longest drive competition on hole 18. The winner on No. 5 was Kali Schmidt.

The highlight came after all the prizes and awards had been passed out.

That’s when a name was drawn for a single chance at sinking a putt for $5,000.

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That honor went to Chris Gilley. He lined up the 60-footer but didn’t make the monster putt.

“He was a great sport,” said Carrie Wilkerson whose company sponsored the contest.

Project Celebration is an alcohol-free, safe alternative after-prom party for SHS seniors.

The event cleared around $6,000, organizers said.

With a shockingly low score of 51, the winners of the Project Celebration golf tournament were (l-r) Josh Derting, Bob Eakin, David Sneed, JW Sneed.

On Senior Night during the Nov. 8 Springtown-FW Diamond Hill-Jarvis football game, drum majors Hunter Poe and Emily Wilkerson were named Band Beau and Band Sweetheart.

CALENDAR ASSE International Student Exchange Programs (ASSE) is seeking local families to host boys and girls between the ages of 15 to 18 from a variety of countries around the world.

Students come with an enthusiasm to practice their English and

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They will also share their own culture with host families. Host families welcome these students into their family, not as a guest, but as a family member, giving both the students and families a

rich cultural experience. In addition, students have pocket money for personal expenses; and full health, accident and liability insurance. Students are academically selected onto program, and host families can choose their students from a wide variety of

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Upon entering Jorge's, you are greeted with a warm and welcoming atmosphere that transcends from Jorge himself into his place.

He has been in the food service industry for decades. Not only does he promise to feed your appetite with delicious food, he also guarantees to feed the soul. You will leave in a better mood than the one you walked in with!

It's a great place to bring the family and friends and make new friends.

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Quake, rattle, and roll: Fun with earthquakes

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ot to get all Seinfeldian or anything, but what’s the deal with all the earthquakes?

Really, is this the place you figured would be shaken to bits then fall into the molten core of the earth, Springtown? It’s supposed to be California, right?

I saw Superman (the last good one, back in 1978). Lois Lane’s car falls into an earthquake-caused split in the earth and she suffocates but then Supes flies so fast that he turns the planet’s time back and he saves Margot Kidder.

What if Springtown falls victim to getting swallowed up? No one around here can fly that fast. Plus, such an earthquake would be very inconvenient. Property values would plummet – and property would, literally.

No, there’s nothing good about an

earthquake, even if your workplace disappearing into a gaping abyss gets you the rest of the day off.

Three theories are being floated about why it’s earthquake-city around here.

1. Fracking.

Almost everyone hates fracking. It has something to do with the ground being drilled into, then a bunch of precious water being pumped deep underground, then monstrous clouds of gas being ejected to the surface and captured in Mason jars; then your neighbor getting giant checks for doing absolutely nothing while you slave at work for barely minimum wage! It’s the ultimate “I drink your milkshake!”

Ask anyone not getting a check and they’ll tell you fracking is responsible for everything bad right now – Windows 8.0, the Cowboys defense, Obamacare.

2. The apocalypse.

The Bible (somewhere near the back) is loaded with references about the earth going crazy.

There are plenty of mentions of earthquakes ON YOUR in the early books, too.

MARK If you had a Mark K. Campbell Starbucks in Sodom or Gomorrah, well, too bad. It got quaked.

Moses knew things were serious on Mount Sinai when he went up to fetch the Ten Commandments and the mountain shook. And what about the Walls of Jericho? That was either an earthquake or some very primitive

Dear Editor: I would like to sincerely thank the Springtown Epigraph for your continued support and coverage of the Springtown War Memorial Association’s efforts to honor, recognize, and forever remember those who have served, fought and died in service to our country in the U.S. Military.

The SWMA “Run to Remember” event held on November 2, 2013 was proudly sponsored by Pastor Josh Richards and Cornerstone Community Church, Pastor Lori Cotton and First United Methodist Church of Springtown, Kathy Hicks of Tiger Mart Exxon Springtown, Jeremy Martin, The Parker County Young Marines, Saxon Bailey of White Doves Above, Amy and Junior Styles of Trinity S. Concrete, Phyllis Hall of Proclaim Liberty, Sandra Corley

fault) and slaps it! Slap Jack earthquake! No, wait, here’s a better example. Jenga! You pull out the wrong piece of wood and everything comes crashing down! Hold on, the whole earth doesn’t tumble down in an earthquake. Give me a minute…

Forget it. The main thing is: We’re having lots of earthquakes. Oh, they laughed at me when I took a geology course on quakes’ cousin volcanoes in college. Sure, it was an elective and was the only class that fit my limited time frame, but it’s paying off now!

Thanks to my education at that famed geological university, UTA, I can tell you that, without question, the reason for all the earthquakes is God using the gas industry to fulfill prophesy.

You’re welcome. And hang on.

Mark K. Campbell is the Epigraph editor and the earth rumbled just down the highway from him.

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fracking which could be some very impressive foreshadowing when you think about it.

Anyway, some humongous earthquakes are coming according to the Revelation. It’s just not going to be End Times without some real-life Sensurround. (If you get that, bless you.)

If you hear a trumpet blast coincide with a quake that shakes that picture off the wall of Granny twerking last Halloween, then, well, get ready.

3. Geological faults.

Many people dismiss the fact that our beloved town sits near or around a fault. (Faults being underground make them pretty hard to see. Plus they’ll move around on you.)

So all this earthquake activity is a natural occurrence. Think of the part of the earth under all the top dirt as some kind of game. Like Slap Jack.

Really big Slap Jack. Every once in a while, a giant hand sees a Jack (i.e.,

of SKC Designz, the Springtown Volunteer Fire Department, the Springtown Police Department, the City of Springtown and Miss Springtown Kalie Wells.

Thanks to the generous support of these patriotic individuals, churches, businesses, loyal volunteers, and registered participants SWMA is able to make a donation to “Homes for Troops” a non-profit organization that assist severely injured veterans by building homes that provide maximum freedom of movement and the ability to live independently.

We must not forget that our country remains at war and that thousands of our military remain deployed around the world.

There have been 116 U.S. troops killed in action since the beginning of 2013.

Even as we lose troops, more brave men and women step forward to say, “I’m ready to serve”. Because we con-

tinue to have an all-volunteer military, those individuals who reach the age of 18 know that they will not have to put themselves in harm’s way in service to our country unless it is their decision to do so.

Because others are willing to serve, the mothers, fathers, sisters, brothers and other family members of these individuals can live their lives without the worry of opening their door to uniform-clad strangers telling them that their loved one will not be coming home.

We owe each of the men and women who have served and those that continue to volunteer to serve the assurance that their sacrifices to this country will never be forgotten.

Rhonda McRae Very Proud Mother of USMC Cpl J. Heath McRae KIA July 24, 2007 Diyala Province, Iraq

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t all began with a simple con- ter and friendship, we sat down and versation. A pastor’s wife told had lunch together and celebrated me how God had provided the how God had provided for this small funds to repair one of their air church. What a great example of conditioners at the church, but Kingdom partnerships at work! they couldn’t make contact with I have been vague about names and the A/C company who had ministries for two reasons. given them the original bid.

One is that I didn’t ask I called a friend (Mr. D) their permission to use in the business, who has a their names or the names great heart for ministry and of their ministries. mission, and asked if he The second is the most would take a look. The next important reason. I don’t day he was there and got want anyone but God to them fixed up for about a get the credit. Each of quarter of the quoted price. these men, and their minWhile he was there, he istries, would agree. There noticed that the church had will certainly be more opabsolutely no insulation in portunities for us to work their attic. He called and LIFE MATTERS together in partnerships left a message for another and some of them may bemutual friend (Mr. M) to Gerry Lewis come more public, but for see if they could figure out now, I wanted to just make a way to help this church. That friend it about the story of how God often couldn’t answer the call because he looks at you and me and sees us. was in a meeting with a representative When I say that our lives matter to (Mr. G) from a world-wide ministry God, we tend to see that as our individat their Dallas-area facility. In that ual lives mattering. And they do. He meeting, Mr. G mentioned that he was does see our individual lives and needs. trying to figure out what to do with a But He also sees the intricate interlarge donation of…wait for it…insu- sections that we can’t see and He sees lation. the collective potential. So, we can So, Mr. M leaves the meeting and also say our life matters. checks his voicemail. Bingo! He turns Hebrews 10:24-25 says, “Let us around and walks back into Mr. G’s think of ways to motivate one another office and says, “Have I got a deal for to acts of love and good works. And you!” About four phone calls later, we let us not neglect our meeting togethhad a plan. er, as some people do, but encourage So, last Saturday morning, Mr. D, one another.”

Mr. M, Mr. G, Mr. Me, and about a Who is your one another? dozen other folks representing these various ministries showed up at the Azle resident Dr. Gerry Lewis – author, blogger, church with a trailer full of insulation church consultant, and leadership coach – serves as Executive Director of the Harvest Baptist Asand a brand new insulation blowing sociation headquartered in Decatur. The opinions rig. Twenty-one bags of insulation expressed in this column are his own and may not later, accompanied by a lot of laughrepresent the views of HBA.

A bluebonnet bonus: Nitrogen the natural way

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t's ironic that the name Lupinus is derived from the Latin word lupus, meaning wolf. In fact, at one time bluebonnets were known as wolf flowers because they appeared to devour the soil, as they were often found growing in thin rocky soils which didn't support any other plant life. But it was later discovered that bluebonnets did not rob, but enhanced the soil.

In nature there exists a form of natural fertilizer which is pure and clean.

It is the fertilizer, especially nitrogen, produced by soil organisms. The best known of these nitrogen-fixing soil organisms is a bacterium, known as Rhizobium, which lives on the roots of legumes such as clover, alfalfa and vetch. The relationship between this bacterium and the plant is referred to as symbiotic, meaning that both organisms involved benefit.

The plant receives the much needed nitrogen from the bacterium which has the ability to take nitrogen from the air. The bacterium, in return, lives on the roots and receives life support from the plant. Man benefits as well

because the plant, which has been nurtured by the bacteria-formed nitrogen rather than applied fertilization, can then be utilized as a nitrogen source when the plant tissue decomposes.

The nitrogen produced from this system is "clean" because there is no salt or chemical toxin potential.

The use of legumes specifically as a source of nitrogen has not been a common practice in Texas. The main reason for this has been the expense involved in their establishment. There is, however, a legume which thrives in all areas of Texas, produces nitrogen via Rhizobium bacteria, and is the state flower as well – the bluebonnet.

The Texas bluebonnet belongs to the legume or bean family (Fabaceae or Leguminosae). Bluebonnets are probably the most important native rangeland legume in Texas, often occupying hundreds of acres of rolling hillsides during the cool (fall, winter and spring) months. The roots of these legumes are highly nodulated, making them important sources of nitrogen for the soil. Because lupines are able to invade soils low in nitrogen, they

have become established in disturbed areas. This is the reason why certain species are used as cover crops for the enrichment of agricultural soils.

Bluebonnet have HISTORICAL plants the capacity , HIGHLIGHTS with the help of Rhizobium, Laurie Moseley to produce as much nitrogen as soybeans, which often yield as much as 100 pounds of nitrogen per acre. Bluebonnets are not a preferred food of deer, as are clover and vetch.

Therefore, survival of bluebonnet plants in areas heavily populated with deer is ensured. The bluebonnet is also extremely cold tolerant, so freezes normally will not kill the plants.

The additional colors of the state flower were not genetically created

by man; these colors have existed for as long as bluebonnets have bloomed.

The additional colors, which already existed in nature and have for hundreds of years, were simply isolated, purified and grown in large numbers.

No plant breeding or genetic manipulation of bluebonnets has been done except by God. All of these colors have been developed to enhance the Texas state flower.

All of these colors, by law, are legally the state flower. Now, for the first time in history, color patterns of the state flower can be planted and enjoyed.

And, since these colors are all naturally occurring selections, they complement each other perfectly, making design and color selection almost foolproof. There is nothing prettier than a mixed bed of pink, white and blue bluebonnets. Through working with Mother Nature, the Texas state flower can now be raised to new heights of beauty and enjoyment.

Others hasten to add: “If a bluebonnet flower is white, it shouldn't be called a bluebonnet, it's a whitebonnet.”

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Every proposed constitutional amendment passes

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ll nine proposed amendments to the state constitution on the Nov. 5 election

ballot passed.

Texas Secretary of State John Steen, the state’s chief elections officer, on Nov. 6 commented that the 2013 constitutional amendment election “was our first statewide election with a photo ID requirement in place, and it was smooth, secure and successful.”

The photo identification requirement took effect following a U.S. Supreme Court decision in June on a Voting Rights Act case that challenged the state law over its potential negative effects on voter turnout, particularly among Texas’ black and Latino voters, older Texans, rural Texans and Texans of lower income.

On Election Day, Steen said unofficial vote totals for Proposition 1 indicate that 1,144,844 voters cast a ballot, a 66 percent

homestead of a parincrease over the tially disabled vet2011 constitutional eran or the surviving amendment election spouse of a partially in which 690,052 disabled veteran if voters cast a ballot. the residence homeHere are brief destead was donated scriptions of each to the veteran by a proposition: charitable organizaProp. 1, authoriztion. ing the Legislature to Prop. 5, authorizing provide for the crethe making of reverse ation of a homestead mortgage loans for property tax exempSTATE the purchase of hometion for the surviving CAPITAL stead property, and spouse of an armed forces member killed HIGHLIGHTS to amend lender disclosures and other rein action.

Prop. 2, repealing Ed Sterling quirements in connection with such loans. the State Medical Prop. 6, providing for the Education Board and the “obsolete” State Medical Educa- creation of the State Water Implementation Fund and for the tion Fund.

Prop. 3, authorizing a po- fund to be used in assisting in litical subdivision to extend the the finance of priority projects number of days of an exemp- in the state water plan to ensure tion from ad valorem taxation the availability of adequate wathat are already covered by an ter resources.

Prop. 7, authorizing a homead valorem tax exemption.

Prop. 4, authorizing the Leg- rule municipality to provide in islature to create an ad valorem its charter the procedure to fill a tax exemption on the residence vacancy on its governing body

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Prop. 8, repealing the article of the constitution relating to the creation of a hospital district in Hidalgo County.

Prop. 9, relating to expanding the types of sanctions that may be assessed against a judge or justice following a formal proceeding instituted by the State Commission on Judicial Conduct.

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In the lawsuit, Abbott alleges the guidelines are unlawful because they overstep the federal agency’s statutory authority “and improperly bully the State and its agencies into jeopardizing the safety of Texans.”

Abbott seeks a declaratory judgment that the state and its agencies “are entitled to maintain and enforce state laws and policies that absolutely bar convicted felons — or a certain category of convicted felons — from government employment; a declaration that the EEOC cannot enforce its guidelines against the State of Texas — and an injunction that bars the EEOC from issuing right-to-sue letters to persons seeking to pursue this type of discrimination charge against the State of Texas or any of its agencies; and a judgment holding unlawful and setting aside the EEOC’s hiring guidelines.”

lic Safety on Nov. 5 announced a mobile disaster unit has been deployed to central Texas to issue replacement Texas driver licenses and replacement Texas identification cards to victims who lost those documents as a result of the severe storms and flooding that recently impacted that area of the state.

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AG sues over hiring rules Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott on Nov. 4 announced he had filed a lawsuit challenging guidelines issued by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission that “limit the ability of employers – including the State of Texas and its agencies – from categorically excluding convicted felons from employment,” he said.

Abbott said the hiring guidelines the EEOC adopted in 2012 “prohibit Texas and its agencies from categorically Unit issues identification A Texas Department of Pubexcluding convicted felons for

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Lady Porcupines pose with their Area trophy after beating Glen Rose 3-1 at Brock Nov. 8. The winners: (front, l-r) Gabby Terry, Mackensie Martin, Karrah Cooper, Kendyl Dean, Jill Ray, Sydney Farris, Ryleigh Strickland; (back) coach Mallory Daniel, Brittani Sanders, Taylor Babcock, Abby Holmes, Kelly Boyett, Katelynn Mainord, Brooklyn Dauenhauer, Ashley Mainord, Shelbi Meek, Abbi Hatton, coach Hannah Adams, head coach Leighann Strickland.

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Regional tourney next as ladies streak past 2 foes

BY MARK K CAMPBELL The Lady Porcupine volleyball team is headed back to the regional tournament.

Springtown (32-8) won its second and third playoff match to claim one of the four regional berths in Snyder.

SHS will face Big Spring at 3 p.m. at The Coliseum Friday, Nov. 15.

To get there, the Lady Porcupines defeated Glen Rose and Iowa Park.

At Brock High School, Glen Rose fell 25-18, 23-25, 25-15, 25-19.

While Springtown wasn’t hitting on all cylinders, coach Leighann Strickland said that “our overall play was good.”

She said SHS overcame passing and serving that dipped from earlier contests. Still, the Lady Tigers were thwarted.

“We corrected and took care of several balls that looked really good,” Strickland recalled.

Lady Porcupine Shelbi Meek makes sure a Lady Tiger “People stepped up and played well when we needed them to.” shot stays on her side of the net.

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Two that stepped up were Ashley Mainord and Shelbi Meek who killed 19, and 18 balls each.

Iowa Park was swept away 25-29, 25-14, 25-23 in a dominant performance.

“We were focused and ready to play,” Strickland said. “All the girls really stepped up.”

Meek again was strong with 18 assists, 12 kills, 4 aces, 9 digs and a block. SHS dug out 48 balls.

The other regional game is Abilene Wylie (No. 6 in 3A) vs.

Liberty Hill. The winners of the Brooklyn Dauenhauer leaps to stop a Glen Rose kill in two matches play Saturday at 2. Brock in the Area match.

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SHS bashes Eagles in season finale

BY MARK K CAMPBELL Springtown scored twice on As expected, the Porcupine interception returns and even recorded two football team safeties. Three took care of of those four business in oddities octhe final four Springtown curred in the games of the first quarter as season. vs.

SHS rolled up Just like Wichita Falls Hirschi 39 points.

2012, SpringStarting QB town (5-5, 4-1) Thurs. Nov. 14 Landry Turnwent 4-0 to 7 p.m. er continued claim second place in 6-3A. Memorial Stadium to spread the wealth around And, again, it Wichita Falls when it came was Diamond to hitting reHill-Jarvis that ceivers. capped the regular season.

He left the game early yet SHS mashed the Fort Worth school 74-0 on Senior Night at still went 7-of-9 passing with four of the aerials going to Porcupine Stadium.

Springtown coach Brad touchdowns – to Ryan Hester, Turner got in all his seniors – Dillon Springfield, Dylan Ray, and Ryan Snow. and everybody else.

The Springtown defense was To keep the score down after the Porcupines built up a gigan- hardly challenged by the Eatic 60-0 halftime lead, a run- gles, woefully short-handed.

Diamond Hill managed a sinning clock was begun, meaning it didn’t stop for first downs or gle first down and five, yes, five total offensive yards. out-of-bounds plays.

Someone caught all three Eventually, Turner told his squad to not score under any Springtown quarterback Tyler Hickman dives for extra yardage against Diamond Hill. The Porcupines are off to circumstances.

PLEASE SEE SHS, PAGE 12A. Wichita Falls to face Hirschi Thursday, Nov. 14 in a bi-district clash.

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BOX SCORE Springtown 74, FW Diamond Hill-Jarvis 0

FW DH-J 0 0 0 0 ............ 0 S’town 39 21 7 7 .......... 74 Scoring summary S – Runner tackled in end zone SAFETY S – Ryan Hester 6 pass from Landry Turner (Eric Avalos kick) S – Evan Glesne 27 INT (Avalos kick) S – Dillon Springfield 2 pass from Turner (Avalos kick) S – Ricardo Reynoso 39 INT (Avalos kick) S – Dylan Ray 7 pass from Turner (Avalos kick) S – Runner tackled in end zone SAFETY S – Ryan Snow 10 pass from Turner (Avalos kick) S – Tyler Hickman 3 run (Avalos kick) S – Springfield 17 pass from Hickman (Avalos kick) S – Dawson Hinkley 10 run (Avalos kick) S – Hinkley 30 run (Avalos kick)

Late in the Diamond Hill game, Springtown rushed the ball often, to run out the clock. Still, Porcupines Dawson Hinkley (left) and Mateo Herrera picked up some big chunks of yardage.

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passes the Eagle QB threw; two receivers were SHS defensive backs who returned them for first quarter touchdowns – Evan Glesne and Ricardo Reynoso.

Coach Turner said the game served its purpose. Springtown came out of the contest with no

injuries; everyone got to play; and the Porcupines head into its bi-district clash with Wichita Falls Hirschi with a four-game winning streak and some momentum.

The scene mirrors 2012, even down to returning to Wichita Falls for the playoffs. But this time the foe is Hirschi.

The football contest ended with, once again, the tiebreaker being needed. That tally was 66.

Two contestants missed just one game, the Texas Tech loss to Kansas State.

With a guess of 52, the final $20 winner was Paul Rayfield.

Taking the $10 second place cash was Wes Robinson (47).

Two others missed two games. Eddy Swanzy (72) was closest, Clyde Bradshaw (56) too far off.

The Springtown High School junior varsity and freshman football teams concluded 2013 with huge victories.

The JV battered Fort Worth Diamond Hill-Jarvis 53-0 Nov. 7.

Hayden Quinn scored a trio of rushing touchdowns behind the blocking of Cole Scott, Sam Chambers, Bryan Brooks, Dalton Downing, and Roger McConnell.

Also breaking the plane running the ball were SHS JV QB Austin Bauman, twice, and Mario Campos.

Two defensive players scored TDs. Miguel Galan knocked an Eagle ball loose and Tristan Brawner ran it in. A second time, Jacob Deskins scooped

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8/30 at Liberty Chris. 41-44 9/6 at Decatur 28-35 9/13 Trimble Tech 53-0 9/20 at Gainesville 18-41 9/27 Graham 14-49 10/11 *Kennedale 28-56 10/18 *at Castleberry 56-8 10/25 *Lake Worth 49-7 11/1 *at Mineral Wells 35-19 11/8 *FW Diamond Hill 74-0 *6-3A game

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Individual statistics Rushing – Diamond Hill: Jose Balderas, 7-21; Rene Montes, 6-20; Martin Rosales, 3-4; Zelth Ortiz-Perez, 3-4; Sammy Gonzalez, 10-(-43). Springtown: Dawson Hinkley, 9-133; Ryan Snow, 4-56; Javier Hernandez, 3-36; Tyler Hickman, 3-31; Fisher Drewry, 4-28.

Passing – Diamond Hill: Rosales, 1-3-2-(-1). Springtown: Landry Turner, 7-9-0-121; Hickman, 3-3-0-47.

Receiving – Diamond Hill: Gonzalez, 1-(-1). Springtown: Dillon Springfield, 5-133; Snow, 2-30; Mateo Herrera, 1-12: Dylan Ray, 1-7; Ryan Hester, 1-6.

Interceptions – Springtown: Ricardo Reynoso, 1-39; Evan Glesne, 1-27.

Tackles – (Springtown only solo/assist) Kaleb Keys, 4/1; Jesse Springfield, 3/2; Zach Lund, 3/0; Jared Nelson, 2/4; Kolyn Waldrop, 2/3; Josh White, 2/2; Chance Nelson, Robert Dease, 2/1; Garrett Mauldin, Dakota Harthcock, 2/0; Damian Sprayberry, 1/1; Clayton Walker, Collin Rector, Garrett McCullough, 1/0; Hinkley, 0/2; Glesne, 0/1.

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Springtown coach Brad Turner hopes his defense can wrap up elusive Huskie ball carriers. If it comes down to one Porcupine trying to do it: “It could be like trying to get the last minnow in the bucket – it’s hard to do.”

Hirschi has an unorthodox offense which means pitches and reverses and an anything-goes mentality on every play.

“They have speed galore and are very athletic,” Turner said.

Another strong suit for the Huskies is its return game. “We’ll have to adjust our kicking; we just can’t kick it to them.”

Defensively, expect WFHHS to blitz occasionally and a 6-5 defensive end, De’Shawn Harley, can clog things up.

The two teams have a pair of common foes. Both teams lost to Graham; Hirschi 32-0 and Springtown 49-14. Both beat Mineral Wells. The Huskies won 68-0 over the Rams in Week Zero and SHS beat Mineral Wells 35-19.

Turner said, “We’re where we want to be. We’re playing our best. But they are a talented team playing in front of their home crowd. We are going to have to play for four quarters.”

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up a fumble freed by Hunter Robinson.

Mason Phillips and Gerald Lillo recorded sacks while the secondary of Drake York, Blake Sanders, and Richard Najera permitted only one completion.

Coach Duncan McLean lauded the superior kicking of Stephan Kolasch and Thiago Peredo who shone “as they have all year long.”

The 9th got revenge on an earlier Lake Worth loss and clubbed the Bullfrogs in the season finale, 59-28.

In that earlier clash, SHS was suffering injuries and a top player had been promoted to the varsity.

Coach Stryker Strickland said the Porcupines were ready

for another shot. “The kids had their best week of practice all season.”

Tyler White turned in a stellar performance. Back from an arm injury, he ran five times for 34 yards and a score and caught two balls for 15 yards as well as making several tackles.

QB Caleb Chesney was exceptional, hitting 31 of his 40 passes for 300 yards and four touchdowns. He also ran for 151 yards and two more TDs. Catching touchdown passes: Jonathan Chavez, Brennan Weaver, and Books Pennington; the latter also picked off a Frog pass.

Austin Chenault, Wyatt Rawls and the offensive line earned kudos from Strickland, too.

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When four of your starting players are still involved in another sport, the early games of a new sport’s season won’t reflect what is to come.

That’s the case with the Lady Porcupine basketball team that lost to Nolan Catholic Nov. 12 in the season opener for Springtown (0-1), 53-24.

However, coach Susan Croft lauded the efforts of a trio of freshmen. “Adrianne Easter, Bailey Willett, and Khristin Mote stepped up and at times I had all three of them on the floor at the same time.”

Mote led the Lady Porcupines in scoring with 10 points, going 5-of-9 from the floor, 56 percent. She also grabbed seven rebounds and had a pair of steals.

Jordan Doremus, a returning letterman, scored six points and grabbed six rebounds.

The varsity is not playing a tournament in this weekend but both the JV and freshman teams are, in Bridgeport, Croft said.

“They look to get better playing some tough competition,” the coach noted.

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Movie Man

Thursday, Novemver 14, 2013

Thoroughly average bad guys hurt Marvel sequel Sequels are tricky things.

When a movie hits, it’s rare when the follow-up is as good or better.

Sometimes they’re still pretty good, but just a notch below the original.

About the film Marvel Comic superhero Thor, like Iron Man, was a second tier character. While the God of Thunder certainly had his devotees, the Big Boys were always Spider-Man and the Fantastic Four.

All others followed, including the X-Men and the Hulk – popular today but not when they first came out.

Thor was one of those characters who grew into prominence. Like Wolverine, Thor did not debut in his own book, but originally appeared in another mag.

Wolvie first showed up in The Incredible Hulk No. 181 (well, there was a one panel appearance the previous issue).

Thor originally popped up in 1962 in Journey into Mystery No. 83 and caught kids’ eyes.

He got his own comic in 1966, and it ran for hundreds of issues.

(As a Marvel boy growing up, the Movie Man remembers a Thor adventure where the Norse god actually lost a battle, to the Sandman. It was the first time Movie Boy had ever seen a hero get defeated. [Naturally, the Asgardian rallied and smote Sandman big time in the next issue.])

The 2011 Thor movie (Movie Man No. 929, a 7) was a surprise; it did everything right with its look and bad guy – brother Loki – and, most of all, humor.

Witty remarks during battles are superhero comic book staples. Thor’s banter often was laced with “thees” and “thous” which made the lines even funnier. The first movie had that in spades and it worked.

Now, with The Dark World, there are some yuks but cer-

tainly fewer.

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The plot (spoiler) Thor (Chris Hemsworth) had his own adventure then helped out the Avengers, so he hasn’t seen his earthling lady love Jane (Natalie Portman) for two years. He returns, however, when she discovers a portal on our planet and gets infected with the Aether (“ether”), an evil substance.

Hemsworth takes Portman to his home planet of Asgard.

The ancient Dark Elves seek the Aether because the seven realms Asgard and their king Odin (Anthony Hopkins) protect are about to line up which means the Aether possessor can control them all. (The Movie Man has done you a huge favor by explaining this much better than the movie does.)

Those Dark Elves are tough, led by Malekith (Christopher Eccleston). Things look bad for Asgard, et al, so Hemsworth must turn to his recently incarcerated brother, Loki (Tom Huddleston) for help.

There’s a giant battle where a great sacrifice is made so Thor can win. Or so it appears. Eccleston and Hemsworth engage in a mighty fight that shoots them between worlds through the portals.

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Movie Man Meanwhile, as they pop up on earth while dueling, Portman and recently returned scientist Selvig (Stellan Skarsgard) work to bring an end to the mess by destroying the Aether.

Eventually, Hemsworth returns to Asgard to turn down the crown. Daddy Hopkins says, well, okay, but then…

chuckle.

The other great moment is a spoiler and under Best Scene.

The movie has some laughs but not like the first. Still, The Dark World fares much better when on Earth.

Skarsgard, pants-less, get off a real zinger.

The effects are solid, especially the Viking-esque skiffs that go from sailing on the water then go zipping into outer space.

The Dark World has two stingers. The first “extra scene” comes early during the end credits and it’s the one that sets up the next Thor movie.

What works Hemsworth looks perfect as Thor. And equally well-cast is Huddleston. His Loki is a fantastic character, the sort you love to hate.

There are a couple of standout moments. One is the ending; it’s boffo and classic Mar- Best scene (spoiler) Hemsworth has freed Hudvel – the Movie Man had to

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BY CARLA NOAH STUTSMAN It was Tuesday, Nov. 5 – Election Day and the day Azle High School’s Marching Green Pride competed for the state title – when the earth started shaking around Springtown and Azle.

At 9:32 p.m. that night, a 2.6 magnitude earthquake rattled the Reno area. Oddly, some folks felt it while others did not.

That was just the beginning.

Since then, four additional quakes have shaken the area. The five recorded events include: • 2.6 magnitude about 1 mile southeast of Reno; • 2.7 magnitude about 2.5 miles southwest of Springtown; • 2.9 magnitude about 2 miles southeast of Springtown; • 3.0 magnitude about 2 miles south of Springtown; • 2.8 magnitude about 1/2 mile west of Briar.

Folks around town seem to have a few different theories about why the earthquakes are occurring.

Springtown 2.9

2.6 3.0 2.7

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There’s the apocalypse theory. Sources close to the reigning authority on that subject would only confirm that signs and wonders (like earthquakes) will continue to increase, but no one knows the day or the hour of His return.

Then there’s the most-popular theory, the fracking theory.

Tim Hartley, spokesman for Devon Energy, one of the leading gas well operators in North Texas, said his company is obviously aware of the recent seismic activity here.

“We are as concerned as anyone about it, and we don’t think anyone is completely certain of the cause,” Hartley said from his office in Oklahoma City, where the company is based. “Earthquakes are a natural phenomenon, and yet we understand there is increased study to see if there are any man-made causes.

“At Devon Energy, we are a ‘best practices’-focused company

– everything we do, we try to do it the right way with our neighbors in mind,” Hartley said. “We live here, too.”

Hartley pointed to the increased seismic activity in the Oklahoma City area that’s caused tremendous research to try and determine whether fracking is a contributor to the earth’s shifting.

“So far, the people who study this for a living aren’t even sure,” Hartley said.

Finally, there’s the theory that we live on – or close to, depending upon who’s talking – the Balcones Fault Zone, and earthquakes tend to occur along fault lines.

Regardless of the cause, the Azle News and Springtown Epigraph will continue to monitor any further shaking and report incidents as they occur on both Facebook and Twitter.

Unless the next one is the Big One.

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Sales tax figures: Azle ekes up, Springtown tumbles Large gains and large losses punctuate otherwise slow climb Texas Comptroller Susan Combs announced Nov. 6 that state sales tax revenue in October was $2.14 billion, up 5.4 percent compared to October 2012.

The sales tax figures represent September sales reported by monthly tax filers and July, August and September sales reported by quarterly filers.

Locally, it was a familiar hodge-podge of small ups and downs interspersed with a few notably large rises and falls.

Azle showed a gain over November 2012 of less than one percent – 0.74 percent, to be exact – with $186,934 compared with $185,553 last year.

With one month remaining in the calendar year, the city is up 2.89 percent in year-to-date collections, $1,947,150 this year compared with $1,892,234 in 2012.

Springtown, however, showed a large loss this month, collecting just $75,617 compared with $99,015 in November 2012. That puts the city behind by 3.87 percent in its year-to-date totals, with $818,968 so far this year compared with $851,959 in the first 11 months of 2012.

Azle’s Crime Control and Prevention District saw a 26.30 percent jump in revenues in November with $33,018 compared with $26,141 in November 2012. The district’s year-todate revenues are at $362,453, up 5.92 percent from last year’s $342,172.

In Reno, a November check for $8,975 represents a 34.46 percent gain over November 2012 revenues of $6,674.

That brings year-to-date totals to $78,989, up 11.36 percent from 2012 year-to-date totals of $70,927.

But Sanctuary’s revenue for November dropped 4.65 percent, from $1,302 in November 2012 to $1,242. Year-to-date, the tiny town has collected $12,509, a 0.85 percent drop from the $12,618 it had collected in the first 11 months of 2012.

Parker County received $654,181 in November, 14.67 percent more than its November revenue of $570,478.

The county’s year-to-date revenue is up from $6,253,994 in 2012 to $6,395,808, a gain of 2.26 percent.

In total, the cities in Parker County received $1,327,674

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in November sales tax revenues. That represents a 0.58 percent gain over November 2012 totals of $1,319,996.

With $14,303,820 in yearto-date revenues, those cities are up 3.41 percent over 2012 year-to-date totals of $13,831,725.

On the Tarrant County side, Lakeside’s November revenue is $6,724, 8.79 percent less than its November 2012 revenue of $7,372.

The city’s year-to-date totals are at $67,258, 6.22 percent below its 2012 revenues of $71,725.

In Pelican Bay, November revenue of $1,496 is down 8.80 percent from $1,640 in November 2012. For the first 11 months of 2012, its total revenues of $17,171 are down 18.49 percent from 2012 levels of $21,068.

Cities in Tarrant County received $40,310,974 in November, a 1.80 percent increase from November 2012 revenues of $39,597,209.

But year-to-date totals of 406,725,000 remain up 4.94 percent from 2012 levels of $387,578,514.

Combs will send cities, coun-

RATE

PARKER COUNTY’S TOP FIVE Weatherford 1.50% 807,301 Azle 1.25% 186,934 Hudson Oaks 1.50% 117,680 Willow Park 1.50% 78,417 Springtown 1.50% 75,617 County Total

PRIOR YEAR

THIS PAYMENT

2013 TOTAL

% CHANGE

795,904 1.43% 185,553 0.74% 114,378 2.88% 66,393 18.10% 99,015 -23.63%

2012 TOTAL % CHANGE

8,860,054 1,947,150 1,405,556 645,846 818,968

8,599,086 3.03% 1,892,334 2.89% 1,330,574 5.63% 574,006 12.51% 851,959 -3.87%

1,327,674

1,319,996

0.58%

14,303,820

13,831,725

3.41%

342,172

5.92%

Azle Crime Control Dist

0.25%

33,018

26,141

26.30%

362,453

Reno Sanctuary

1.00% 1.25%

8,975 1,242

6,674 1,302

34.46% -4.65%

78,989 12,509

Parker

0.50%

654,181

570,478

14.67%

6,395,808

6,253,994

2.26%

TARRANT COUNTY’S TOP FIVE Fort Worth 1.00% 11,230,872 Arlington 1.75% 8,193,891 Grand Prairie 1.75% 3,966,821 Grapevine 1.50% 3,189,495 Mansfield 2.00% 1,599,964

10,667,141 8,540,259 4,148,454 2,794,097 1,525,618

5.28% -4.05% -4.37% 14.15% 4.87%

109,304,522 87,394,651 40,082,020 34,025,669 15,011,841

103,403,945 82,145,888 37,334,063 32,799,747 14,560,792

5.70% 6.38% 7.36% 3.73% 3.09%

County Total

40,310,974

39,597,209

1.80%

406,725,000

387,578,514

4.94%

6,724 1,496

7,372 1,640

-8.79% -8.80%

67,258 17,171

431,875,774

404,429,014

Lakeside Pelican Bay

2.00% 1.00%

70,927 11.36% 12,618 -0.85%

71,725 -6.22% 21,068 -18.49%

1146 payments TOTAL

ties, transit systems and special purpose taxing districts their November local sales tax allocations totaling $654.6 million, up 7 percent compared to November 2012.

“Growth in sales tax revenues was led by collections from the

6.78% 4,348,928,940 4,091,851,779

telecommunications sector,” Combs said. “The construction sector also showed significant gains. State sales tax revenue has increased for 43 consecutive months.”

Statewide, Combs distributed $431,875,774 to cities, 6.78

6.28%

percent more than in November 2012, when $404,429,014 was distributed.

So far in 2013, cities in Texas have received sales tax revenues of $4,348,958,940, up 6.28 percent from $4,091,851,779 during the first 11 months of 2012.

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RENO POLICE DEPT. Tarrant County Grand Jury indicts INVESTIGATIONS area residents

The following offenses occurred or were reported November 3 through November 9 and are being investigated by Reno police.

Nov. 3

The following individuals were indicted by a Tarrant County grand jury during the month of October: David James Henson, 22, of Springtown, was indicted Oct. 17 on a charge of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon.

Jimmy D. Crosby, 32, of Azle, was indicted Oct. 7 on a charge of driving while intoxicated with a child under the age of 15.

Mathew Jeromy Dunn, 34, was indicted Oct. 31 on a charge of driving while intoxicated with a child under the age of 15.

Daniel James Kane, 46, of Azle, was indicted Oct. 10 on a charge of harassment of a public servant.

James Davis, 22, of Springtown, was indicted Oct. 10 for possession of a controlled substance in penalty group 1, less than one gram.

Russell Dewayne Singleton, 47, of Azle, was indicted Oct.

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11 for possession of a controlled substance in penalty Nov. 5 group 1, less than one gram.

Jimmy Ray Carey, 28, of Springtown, was indicted Oct. Nov. 6 14 on a charge of assault causing bodily injury to a family or household member, his second Nov. 7 such charge within a 12 month period.

Nov. 8 Sharon Elizabeth Brown, 41, of Azle, was indicted Oct. 16 for possession of a controlled substance in penalty group 1, Nov. 9 less than one gram.

Bobby Lee Cason III, 21, of Azle, was indicted Oct. 22 for unauthorized use of a vehicle as well as for evading arrest or detention with a vehicle.

Chance Jordan Gilliland, 28, If you have information regarding any of the incidents above, of Azle, was indicted Oct. 24 please contact the Reno Police Department at 817-221-2500. for possession of a controlled substance in penalty group 1, less than one gram. on a charge of theft of materials Dianne Elizabeth Dow, 23, of nized crime.

Glynn Andrew McFalls, 52, aluminum/bronze/copper less Azle, was indicted Oct. 29 on a charge of engaging in orga- of Azle, was indicted Oct. 31 than $20,000.

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The following individu- the Parker County jail without als who list addresses in the bond.

A 70-year old Springtown Azle and/or Springtown areas were arrested by various woman was arrested on Nov.4 law enforcement agencies and by Azle police and charged booked into the Parker Coun- with theft of property valued ty Jail during the week of Nov between $500 and $1,500.

She posted $1,000 bond and 3-9.

A 27-year-old Springtown was released from the Parker man was arrested by Parker County jail three hours later.

Parker County Sheriff’s County Sheriff’s deputies on Nov. 3 for a Reno warrant deputies arrested a 48-yearfor theft of property valued old Springtown woman on between $50 and $500. He Nov 4 for violating parole. posted $750 bond and was re- As of Nov 11 she was held at leased from the Parker County the Parker County jail without bond. jail the same day.

Weatherford police arrested Andrew Murphy Howard, 30, of Azle was arrested by a 29-year-old Springtown man Parker County Sheriff’s depu- on Nov. 5 for a Weatherford ties on Nov. 4 for warrants warrant for public intoxicafor aggravated assault with a tion. He posted $400 bond and deadly weapon and aggravat- was released from the Parker ed sexual assault. As of Nov. County jail Nov. 7.

A 41-year-old Azle man 11 he remained in the Parker County jail in lieu of $75,000 was arrested by Parker County Sheriff’s deputies on Nov. bond.

Deputies from the Parker 5 and charged with theft of County Sheriff’s Offi ce ar- property valued between rested a 23-year-old Azle man $1,500 and $20,000. He poston Nov. 4 for a bench warrant ed $7,500 bond and was refor prohibited substances in a leased from the Parker County correctional facility and a de- jail an hour later.

William Bruce Senn Jr., 31, tainer issued by the Texas Department of Corrections. As of of Springtown, was arrested Nov. 11 he was still lodged in by Parker County Sheriff’s

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deputies on Nov. 5 on warrants for two charges of sexual assault of a child. As of Nov. 11 he was lodged in the Parker County jail in lieu of $100,000 bond.

Reno police arrested a 40-year-old Azle woman on Nov. 6 on a warrant for failure to appear in court for multiple traffi c violations. She posted $927 bond and was released from Parker County jail on Nov. 10.

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Parker County Sheriff’s deputies arrested a 23-yearold Springtown man for a county warrant for assault (family violence). He posted $30,010 bond and was released from the Parker County jail an hour later.

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Kevin Glen Pilant, 46, of Springtown was arrested by troopers of the Department of Public Safety (DPS) on Nov. 9 and charged with DWI. He posted $1,000 bond and was released from the Parker County jail later that day.

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11:27 a.m. ............... Motorist assist ........................................... Silver Creek area 1:28 p.m. ............... Illegal burn ................................................ Silver Creek area 4:13 p.m. ............... Lift assist ................................................... Silver Creek area 10:2;7 a.m. ............... EMS .......................................................... Silver Creek area 1:34 p.m. ............... Smoke investigation .................................. Silver Creek area 4:24 p.m. ............... Smoke alarm .................................................... LaJunta area 9:59 a.m. ............... Traffi c assistance...................................... Silver Creek area 11:19 a.m. ............... EMS .......................................................... Silver Creek area 9:53 p.m. ............... Structure fi re ........................................................ Reno area

Lake Report

Conservation Level

Current Level

Current Status

Lake Bridgeport 836.00 815.67 -20.33 Eagle Mountain Lake 649.10 642.10 -7.00 Richland-Chambers Res. 315.00 306.43 -8.57 Cedar Creek Lake 322.00 316.45 -5.55 Lake Arlington 550.00 544.36 -5.64 Lake Benbrook 694.00 687.50 -6.50 Lake Worth 594.00 590.56 -3.44 *Data provided by USGS, Nov. 12

SPRINGTOWN FAMILY HEALTH CENTER “Providing quality healthcare for Springtown & surrounding communities”

MEDICAL CARE FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY

New Location 308 W. Hwy 199

Now Giving Flu Shots

Trusted Family Dental Care

25 Cash or Credit Card

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Now accepting new patients.

Walk-Ins Welcome.

Chris Opella, MD

Gene McDaniel, D.O. Since 1971

Keeping your smile healthy and bright through the ages!

Call Today! 817-270-GRIN Eagle Mountain Family Dental 116 DENVER TRAIL • AZLE • 817-444-3890 Kyle Reeves, D.D.S. www.eaglemountainfamilydental.com

817-239-1271

Joy Family Eye Care Lighting your way to clearer vision

1449 Avondale Haslet Rd. • Haslet 817-439-5400

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Accepting Most Vision, Healthcare & Medicare plans

• Contacts, Glasses, & Medical Eye Exams • Diabetic & Glaucoma Exams • Treatment of Injuries & Infections • Walk-Ins Welcome You Can Book Your Appointment Online 24/7!

Truck Wrecks

EXPERIENCE COUNTS

Lawyers with more than 100 years combined expertise.

Local roads are overwhelmed Ryan A. Krebs, M.D., J.D. in Full-time Law Practice with oil eld trucks. Law en- Doctor-Lawyer Richard A. Dodd, L.C. forcement says these trucks Timothy R. Cappolino, P.C. Board Certified Personal Injury Trial Law and Civil pose a danger to normal trafc. Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization NO FEE FOR FIRST VISIT We represent local people hurt CAMERON, TEXAS by these dangerous trucks.

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FAA approved training. Financial aid if qualified – Housing available. Job placement assistance CALL Aviation Institute of Maintenance Dallas - 800-475-4102 or Houston - 800-743-1392

Dr. McDaniel is Board Certified in Family Practice and specializes in Pediatrics and Adult Medicine

Dr. Opella is Board Certified in Family Practice and specializes in pediatrics, women’s health and adult medicine

Accepting All Major Health Plans call for information

Mon.-Thurs. 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Friday 8:00 a.m. – Noon

308 W. Hwy. 199 817-523-5402 Springtown Available by appointment ....

Douglas Kyle, M.D. Board Certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Dr. Kyle specializes in Gynecologic evaluation and surgery including laparoscopic surgery, normal and high risk obstetrics, sonograms and infertility evaluation.

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Kyle, call

940-627-4216

Express Inc. CONTRACTORS NEEDED! Daily Express, a leader in Heavy Haul and Specialized Transportation, is in need of experienced Contractors to pull our step-deck and lowboy trailers hauling Machinery, Construction, fabricated and Agricultural loads to multiple destinations. We can also lease on Contractors with their own Step-deck or RGN’s.

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CARPET

Warehouse full of rolls and remnants “Since 1979”

817-237-7871 8305 Jacksboro Hwy. Fort Worth, TX 76135

www.larryscarpet.com

5207 E. Hwy. 199, LaJunta 817-221-3989 IGLESIA BAUTISTA Nueva Jerusalen 6640 Midway Rd., Springtown 817-677-2907 HARVEST TIME APOSTOLIC INDIAN OAKS PRIMITIVE 1 Block N. FM 2048 in Keeter 817-433-8220 BAPTIST CHURCH 3229 Shawnee Trail, Lake Worth ASSEMBLY OF GOD 817-237-8441 FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD LAJUNTA BAPTIST 114 Porter Drive, Azle Hwy. 199 in LaJunta 817-237-4903 817-221-3989 FELLOWSHIP OF LAKE WORTH LAKE WORTH BAPTIST 4024 Dakota Trail, Lake Worth 4445 Hodgkins, Lake Worth 817-237-9433 817-237-4163 NEW BEGINNINGS CHURCH LIGHTHOUSE BAPTIST 810 Goshen Rd, Springtown 6409 FM 730 S., Azle 817-523-4462 817-444-4311 OUTREACH OF LOVE METROPOLITAN BAPTIST Hwy. 199 W. at FM 2257, Azle 6051 Azle Ave., Fort Worth 817-221-2983 / 817-221-5760 817-237-2201 BAPTIST MIDWAY BAPTIST ASH CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH 4110 E. Hwy. 199, Springtown 300 South Stewart, Azle 817-221-LOVE 817-444-3219 NEW HOPE BAPTIST AGNES INDEPENDENT BAPTIST 782 New Hope Rd., Reno area 350 Agnes N., Springtown 817-221-2184 817-523-7271 NORTHWEST BAPTIST BETHEL MISSIONARY BAPTIST 5500 Boat Club Rd., Lake Worth 408 S. Ash St., Springtown 817-237-6063 or 817-270-8476 817-220-4238 SILVER CREEK BAPTIST AZLE AVENUE BAPTIST 730 S. & Veal Station Rd., Azle 2901 Azle Ave., Fort Worth 817-444-2325 817- 626-5556 NEW BEGINNINGS BAPTIST CHURCH BRIAR FIRST BAPTIST 3605 Jacksboro Hwy., Azle West of FM 730 N. at sign, Briar 817-707-2741 817- 444-3484 PLEASANT GROVE BAPTIST BROOKSHIRE BAPTIST FM 2048 and CR 4677, Boyd 114 Brookshire Ave., Azle 940-433-5477 817-237-0892 SPRINGTOWN BAPTIST TEMPLE CALVARY HEIGHTS BAPTIST 201 J. E. Woody Rd., Springtown 1 block off Hwy. 199, 817-523-0376 east of David’s Patio, UNION BAPTIST CHURCH Springtown, 817-221-2241 3451 Sarra Lane, Springtown CENTRAL BAPTIST 817-613-1441 4290 Old Agnes Road - 817-594-5918 WALNUT CREEK BAPTIST CHRISTWAY BAPTIST 220 W. Reno Rd. in Reno 7673 West Hwy. 199, Agnes 817-221-2110 817-220-9133 or 817-220-3581 WEST PARKWAY BAPTIST CLEAR FORK BAPTIST 836 NW Parkway, Azle Corner of FM 730 & Ragle Rd., Weather- 817-444-3752 ford, 817-594-1154 PRIMERA IGLESIA BAUTISTA COTTONWOOD CREEK BAPTIST 301 S. Stewart, Azle 10905 Jacksboro Hwy., Fort Worth 817-523-0074 817-238-8269 817- 237-8113 BIBLE CROSSWAY BAPTIST CHURCH COMMUNITY BIBLE FELLOWSHIP 1355 Northwest Pkwy., Azle 1405 Reynolds Rd., Reno 817-691-0000 817-444-7117 CROSSROADS BAPTIST CHURCH CROSSING FELLOWSHIP Corner of FM 730 South & FM 1886 1177 Southeast Parkway, Azle 817-270-8476 817-381-5888 · 817-381-5808 EAGLE MOUNTAIN BAPTIST NORTHWEST BIBLE CHURCH 8780 Eagle Mtn. Circle, Azle 5025 Jacksboro Hwy., Fort Worth 817-237-4135 817-624-2111 FAITH BAPTIST FELLOWSHIP SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH 1411 Carter Road, Springtown 591 S. Reno Rd., Springtown 817-220-5828 817-221-3444 FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF AZLE CATHOLIC 1017 Boyd Road HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC 817-444-4828 800 Highcrest Dr., Azle FIRST BAPTIST CASTLE HILLS 817-444-3063 401 Beverly Rd., Azle CHRISTIAN 817-237-3891 THE CHURCH AT AZLE FIRST BAPTIST LAKE WORTH 1801 S. Stewart, Azle 700 Charbonneau Tr., 817-444-9973 west side of Effie Morris Elementary 817-237-2624 AZLE CHRISTIAN (DISCIPLES OF CHRIST) FIRST BAPTIST LAKESIDE 8801 Jacksboro Hwy., Lakeside 117 Church St., Azle 817-444-3527 817-237-8113 AZLE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP FIRST BAPTIST BRIAR 35 West Forty Estates., Azle 6 miles N. of Azle on FM 730 817-688-3339 817-444-3484 CENTRAL CHRISTIAN FIRST BAPTIST COTTONDALE 1602 S. Main St., Weatherford 1 block N. of FM 2123, Cottondale 817-594-3043 940-433-5539 FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH FIRST BAPTIST PEASTER 4th & Main, Paradise FM 920 in Peaster GREATER VISION FELLOWSHIP 817-596-8805 1801 S. Stewart St., Azle FIRST BAPTIST POOLVILLE 817-825-0485 1 block W. of FM 920, Poolville LIGHTHOUSE CHRISTIAN 817-594-3916 FELLOWSHIP FIRST BAPTIST SPRINGTOWN 404 Main St., Azle 5th & Main Street, Springtown 817-308-2557 817-523-7011 THE ABBEY CHURCH FRIENDSHIP BAPTIST 10400 Jacksboro Hwy., Azle 801 Friendship Rd., 9½ miles S. of 817-238-1404 Springtown off Hwy. 51 S. 817-594-5940 or 817-599-4917 VICTORY CHRISTIAN CENTER 737 Boyd Rd., Azle FUNDAMENTAL BAPTIST 817-444-LOVE 5th & Main in Springtown 817-523-5477 WORD OF FAITH CHRISTIAN CENTER 1¼ mi. S. of LaJunta GRACE BAPTIST 817-677-2577 3 miles N. of Springtown on Hwy. 51 across from Radio Tower CHURCH OF CHRIST HERITAGE BAPTIST CHURCH AZLE CHURCH of CHRIST 3577 FM 51 N., Weatherford 336 NW Parkway 817-564-3946 817-444-3268 HILLTOP FAMILY CHURCH BRIAR CHURCH of CHRIST 1227 Old Cottondale Road, 109 W.N. Woody Rd. Springtown, 817-220-7177 (½ block west of FM 730 N. in Briar) LAJUNTA BAPTIST 817-444-7102

MIDWAY CHURCH of CHRIST 6400 Midway Rd. 817-221-2107 NEWSOME MOUND ROAD CHURCH of CHRIST 1460 Newsome Mound Rd. 817-677-3290 NORTHWEST CHURCH of CHRIST 6059 Azle Ave., Fort Worth 817-237-1205 POOLVILLE CHURCH of CHRIST West of FM 920 in Poolville 817-594-4182 SOUTHSIDE CHURCH of CHRIST 130 W. Bradshaw Lane, Springtown 817-221-2799 SPRINGTOWN CHURCH of CHRIST Just west of Hwy. 51 North 817-523-4419 TRI-COUNTY CHURCH of CHRIST 525 Hwy. 199 W., Springtown 817-538-8209

4300 Williams Spring Rd., Fort Worth 1 mile west of 820 on Jacksboro Hwy. JOHN KNOX PRESBYTERIAN 4350 River Oaks Blvd, River Oaks 817-642-9265

OTHER

Garrett’s ngtown i r p S Drug

“Serving Springtown Since 1977” NORTH SIDE OF SQUARE 817-523-7227 www.SpringtownDrug.com Metro 817-220-7927

2 miles south of Azle

817-444-1301

Se habla espanol Mon.-Fri. 9-5 Sat. 9-3

• New & Used Tires • State Inspections • Roadside Assistance • U-Haul Rentals

Joe Rider

113 Denver Trail • Azle 817-444-3249 Fax 817-444-3275 www.eaglecrestvilla.com STUDIO - 1 bath , 350 sq. ft.

ONE BEDROOM - 1 bath, 450 sq. ft TWO BEDROOM - 1 bath, 642 sq. ft.

PROPANE TANKS

817-237-3325

43Years of Quality ISO 9001:2001 Compliant Check us out on our web site

Phone 817-444-2533 B.J. Clark

817-444-1717

489 Hwy. 199 Springtown 817-220-2499

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817-424-5202

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DRY CLEANING& LAUNDRY 828 Boyd Hwy., Suite 110 • Azle, Texas 76020 Located in the 730 Shopping Center

Commercial & Residential

Experienced & Competitive Prices www.djhuffmaninc.com Repair & Installation Landscaping Sod/Hydromulching

Drains Rock & Stonework Landscape Lighting

Family Owned & Operated Since 1989 SENIOR DISCOUNTS • FREE ESTIMATES

817-270-0544 • 817-379-0545 Compliments of

PROPANE

140 W. MAIN ST.

817-444-4613

“In business since 1946”

Our family serving your family since 1908

Propane, Inc.

A RETIREMENT AND ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITY

636 Profit St., Azle, Tx

Dr. Michael D. Conte

a’s arc&iAUTOMOTIVE GTIRE SHOP Rural Gas Supply “Celebrating 13 years serving Azle area”

Clarks Precision Machine & Tool

Azle Vision Source

1227 Old Cottondale • 817-220-7177

“Caring about what Jesus cares about... You!”

CPMT

BETTER LIFE COMMUNITY CHURCH www.clarksmachine.com bjc@clarksmachine.com 3131 E. Hwy 199, Spt 817-677-2300 CORNERSTONE COMMUNITY Specializing in Family Eyecare CHURCH 2233 Hwy 199 East, Springtown Therapeutic Optometrist 817-221-LIFE (5433) FAMILY CHURCH 9 miles S. of Springtown on Hwy. 51 601 B 817-599-7655 NW Pkwy • Azle FOUNTAIN OF FAITH 4397 E. Hwy 199, Springtown 817-304-4739 GRACE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH CHURCH OF GOD ABUNDANT LIFE CHURCH of GOD 2964 W. Hwy 114, Paradise 940-969-2427 4800 East Hwy. 199, Suite 7 Springtown, 817-677-3208 HARVEST FOR CHRIST CHURCH CHURCH OF GOD of LAKESIDE 1108 NW Parkway (Hwy 199), Azle 9500 Confederate Park Rd. (FM 1886) 817-740-5774 817-237-5500 or 817-237-7837 THE HOUSE OF PRAYER EPISCOPAL 1356 Reno Rd., Springtown ST. ANNE’S EPISCOPAL 817-221-2551 6055 Azle Ave., Fort Worth JUBILEE HOUSE 817-237-1888 11210 Hwy. 199 W., Poolville PROVIDENCE REFORMED 817-271-8008 EPISCOPAL 405 Bowie Dr., Weatherford LIBERTY LIGHTHOUSE 817-596-7476 120 S. Main St., Springtown ST. ELISABETH EPISCOPAL 817-523-0222 5910 Black Oak Lane, River Oaks OASIS CHRISTIAN CENTRE 817-739-0504 CHURCH & HEALING SCHOOL Celebrating over 25 years in business GOSPEL 1121 S.E. Parkway, Azle CENTRAL FULL GOSPEL POWERHOUSE OF PRAISE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH 3009 Delaware Tr., Lake Worth AZLE 1649 S.E. Parkway, Azle 817-237-7919 817-319-7364 JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES Rodney Gatlin, D.C. KINGDOM HALL OF JEHOVAH’S BRANDED CROSS COWBOY CHURCH 400 Boyd Court WITNESSES 3282 FM 2048, Boyd 76023 212 Pearson Lane, Azle www.azlechiropractic.com 817-221-2242 940-636-9158 LUTHERAN SECRET PLACE MINISTRIES GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN 112 Optimist Rd., Springtown (MISSOURI SYNOD) 682-229-1433 1313 SE Parkway, Azle SPRINGTOWN 7TH DAY 817-237-4822 ADVENTIST HOPE LUTHERAN (ELCA) Hwy. 199 4 miles west of Springtown 4795 Hwy. 199, Reno GOSPEL GATHERING FELLOWSHIP 817-221-HOPE 7315 Silver Creek Rd at Flatrock Rd, Azle METHODIST 817-313-1793 BOYD UNITED METHODIST GOSPEL WAY COWBOY CHURCH FM 730 North in Boyd 420 Jaybird Ln. (FM 2257/ Hwy 199) 940-433-5334 EAGLE MT. UNITED METHODIST Springtown, 817-225-8755 7955 Reed Rd., Azle LIGHTHOUSE HARBOR CHURCH 817-444-0226 1960 Long Circle, Pelican Bay FIRST UNITED METHODIST 817-444-3547 200 Church St., Azle JESUS NAME HOUSE OF PRAYER 817-444-3323 2813 E. Hwy. 199, LIGHTHOUSE FELLOWSHIP third drive past Boyd Feed Store 7200 Robertson Rd., Fort Worth 817-237-2758 817-221-4426 SILVER CREEK NEW LIFE FAMILY FELLOWSHIP UNITED METHODIST 525 W. Hwy. 199, Springtown 2200 Church Rd., Azle 817-523-2045 817-444-1382 NEW LIGHTED WAY FIRST UNITED METHODIST 624 Harbor Dr. Circle, Azle Hwy. 51 N & 3rd Street, Springtown 817-444-1577 817-523-7874 NORTHWEST TEMPLE OF PRAISE GARVIN UNITED METHODIST 3 miles West of Boyd on C.R. 4699 6781 Jacksboro Hwy., Lake Worth POOLVILLE UNITED METHODIST PRECIOUS FAITH TEMPLE CHURCH 1 block W. of FM 920 8601 Hwy. 199 @ Vance Godbey’s (behind Poolville Post Office) SPIRIT FILLED CHURCH 817-599-3601 603 SE Parkway, Azle THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS 817-444-3058 THE HOUSE OF PRAYER (THE MORMONS) 1356 Reno Rd., Springtown THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST 817-221-2551 OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS UNIVERSAL LIGHT OF CHRIST 1010 Timberoaks, Azle 6117 Graham St., Lake Worth 817-237-5075 817-881-3889 PENTECOSTAL REAL FAMILY FELLOWSHIP GRACE CHAPEL 202 Pearson Lane, Azle UNITED PENTECOSTAL CHURCH AMERICAN STANDARD - GOODMAN 3508 Shawnee Trail, Lake Worth 817-677-5963 817- 237-4844 SOULS HARBOR IGLESIA CRISTIANA JUDA 11701 Jacksboro Hwy., Azle 1649 S.E. Parkway, Azle 817-726-2065 TACLB021367C PRESBYTERIAN WESTERN HARVEST GRACE FIRST PRESBYTERIAN FELLOWSHIP CENTER 606 Mockingbird Lane, Weatherford 6577 Old Springtown Rd., Weatherford 817-594-2744 817-523-2855 or 817-995-9087 ORTHODOX PRESBYTERIAN SHEPHERD’S HEART CHURCH CHURCH OF FORT WORTH 14435 FM 730 N • Azle Meeting at Northwest YMCA 940-577-1954 5315 Boat Club Road, Fort Worth 817-989-9800 WESTERN STAR COWBOY CHURCH CONVENANT ORTHODOX 790 CR 3696 • Springtown PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 817-880-5488

HILLTOP FAMILY CHURCH

11480 FM 730 S

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302 Palo Pinto 1088 E. Hwy 199 Weatherford Springtown 817-594-3888 817-220-5959 Front Row (L-R): Anita White, Bob White, Kari Wright and Mark Reynolds Back Row (L-R): Jim Cleaver, Bruce Duncan, Richard Woodman and Jay Morrill

Full Service Funeral Home Cremation Services • Pre-Need Plans Azle • Springtown • Mineral Wells • Weatherford 817-596-4811 • www.whitesfuneral.com

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ABSTEIN’S APPLIANCES. I’m back!

All major appliance repair. 817-5285030.

Seal Coating, Pot Hole Repairs, Crack Filling 817-907-7410 • 817-221-2125 008 Autos, Trucks Get rid of those yard cars, as well as good used cars. Arvin 817-9258768.

Up to 16 words, first insertion:

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Over 16 words, add 20 cents per word • Discounted rates for additional insertions available if no weeks are skipped and words do not change • Boxed display ads also available (All ads must be paid in advance unless you have previously established credit)

All items sold as is where is.

10% Buyer’s Premium Concessions On Site.

WESTERN ART AUCTION Featuring the Art of Jack Bryant Sr., Jack Bryant Jr., Chuck DeHaan & Thomas Mormum New ls r O igina s t & Prin Billy May 817-655-3661

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Saturday, November 23

Viewing at 11 am · Auction at 1 pm

No Credit Cards - Cash or Checks Only.

Carports

Carports and Patio Covers. All steel construction. Off-duty firefighter.

817-925-0922.

Allen Chesney Concrete All Types of Concrete Work Residential - Commercial Foundations, driveways, sand, gravel, demolition, haul-off, retaining walls 817-271-4541

Kiley Chesney Construction

026 Excavating

HALL'S

Sand, Dirt & Gravel Qualified Family Business Since 1938

☺ All types materials delivered ☺ Excavation—Final Grade—Demolition We Shape the World to Fit Your Needs!

You have a Friend in the Business!

Cliff Hall

(817)221-2681

Dirt & Concrete Work Driveways • House Slabs • Garages • Add-ons Small Land Clean-ups • Gravel Driveways Kiley Chesney, Owner Springtown, TX • Mobile 817-846-6645

2007 Signature Lincoln Towncar, 1 owner, 44,500 miles, superior condition, $13,500. 817-597-6188.

013 Business Opportunity Established Restaurant For Sale in Springtown. Great Business Opportunity! Call for more information. Serious inquiries 972375-3097.

014 Campers & Trailers

J.A.M. Concrete

TOM'S 444-5069

BOBCAT SERVICE

• Small jobs accepted • Rough landscaping • Jobsite clearing

All Types of Concrete, Building Pads, Driveway, Patios, Walk Jim McKiel 30 yrs. exp.

Bobcat & Tractor Service

817-480-8841

021 Child Care

• Lot Clearing • Driveways/Parking Lots • Pasture Mowing

817-523-4137

ARK CHRISTIAN LEARNING CENTER has a loving place for your child. Ages 2 weeks-12 years, ABEKA pre-school, 3 meals, 2 snacks. Service to all Azle schools and SES. Mon-Fri, 6A-6:30P. 817237-3711; 817-994-5228.

ALL TYPES OF EXCAVATING

Advertising Works!

817-523-7248 • 817-239-6215

Tanks • House Pads • Clearing Also ..

Sand • Top Soil • Gravel

024 Electrician For Sale or Trade: 1986 Bounder MH, very clean, have to see to appreciate. $6,000/OBO. Call David 817-363-0245.

BULLDAWG ELECTRIC CO. All types of electrical services and MH hook-ups. Free Estimates.

817-675-4921 www.bulldawgelectric.com.

TECL#25253.

  • SITE PREPARATION• GRAVEL ROADS • LOT CLEARING• PARKING LOTS • LEVELING • DEMOLITION • FINAL GRADE • STOCK TANKS • LAND EROSION

Dump Truck Hauling

817-919-3696

Road base, cheap. 817-220-0180, leave message.

Shelled papershell pecans, $7/lb.

817-444-0621.

Jazzy Hoveround power chair, like new, $700/OBO. 817-237-3803.

HelpFX, $40; Action Stepper, $20; AbDo, $40; 2-year-old healthy dogs, all shots current, FREE. 817-2212826; 817-929-9642.

Interested in buying used bikes and bike parts. Please call 817-233-1126 leave message.

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027 Exterminating CLASSIC PEST CONTROL OPERATORS TPCL 12509 817-444-0371 www.classicpco.com

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TEXAS CONCEALED HANDGUN LICENSE CLASSES in Azle/ Springtown. txchlcoach.com or 817757-6507.

Saturday & Sunday, Nov. 16th & 17th, 8A-? 1112 Lee Lane, Azle.

Travel Through Time Tea Room Building

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1960 Thunderbird, 352 auto, rebuilt engine, new brake system, $5,500. 817-629-3153.

For Sale

14’ Welding Trailer with top rack, $1,700/OBO. Call 817-523-4191.

HOMETOWN AUCTION SERVICE· Judy Norred, Auctioneer Lic# 16795 Phone# 940-577-1733 · http://www.hometownauctionservice.com

1986 Chevy Camero, 2-door, automatic, runs good, $800. 817237-0408 or 817-565-5468.

Nobody does it better!

Fencing

NEIGHBORHOOD SALE: Don’t Miss It! Friday-Saturday, 221 & 295 CR 4770, Boyd, between Azle/Boyd off 730 N. 40x50 Indoor Shop Sale, farm equipment.

Multi-Family Yard Sale Friday, Saturday & Sunday, 117 & 123 Dotson Court, off Knob Hill. Tools, household items, clothes.

All types fences and metal buildings built and repaired. Portable welding, 817-444-6461.

Wednesday-Saturday, 8:30A-6:00P, 105 N. Jarvis Lane, Azle. Household items, antiques, clothes, etc.

BOBBY’S FENCE. All types, free estimates, over 23 years experience 817-444-3213.

Family Yard Sale, 1 day only, Nov. 16th, 8A to 2P, 6823 Ice House Road. Everything must go!!

RAY’S FENCE CO. Free Estimates, 817-444-2146, raysfencecompany@ aol.com.

KILEY CHESNEY CONSTRUCTION All Types Fences - Tractor Work 817-846-6645

030 Firewood Split Firewood, seasoned, ready to burn. Your truck - I load, full load, $75, credit cards accepted.

817-690-4011; 817-444-0861 A.W. Teater.

Burn and cook wood (Mesquite/ Oak). Deliverable. Riley’s Tree Service 817-840-8937; Amanda 817-602-8394, text/call. Messages returned shortly.

Seasoned split firewood: half cord, $125; full cord, $225. Will deliver.

Call 817-808-2873.

Half cord picked up, $125, you load; half cord delivered, $175; 1 cord picked up, $175, you load; 1 cord delivered, $250. Add $25 for stacking. 817-596-3788.

Cheap wood, my place, 2 miles east of Springtown. Oak & Pecan, $10/ car, $20-$40 pickup load. Cord split, $200, Cord logs, $120. Call 817475-9884.

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034 Garage Sales Sale Nov. 15th-16th, 208 Overhill Drive, Springtown. Lots of girl’s clothes size 7/8, some 10/12; 50 in.

Samsung TV; doll furniture, etc. 817986-9411.

*Antiques *Glass *Knives *Tools *20 Ft Gooseneck Stock Trailer *Furniture *Tons of Christmas Items *Christmas Trees *Nativity Scenes *Artwork* *Entertainment Center *Lighted Corner Display Cabinet *1880 American Walnut Bedroom Suite *Antique Oak Sideboard *Large Area Rug *Vintage Copper & Brass Decorator Pieces *Store Displays *Large Antique Oak Store Display *Hundreds of 1950's & 1960's Baseball Cards *Books *Collectibles *Arts & Crafts Items* Bicycles* Huge Box Lots *And Much More*

2006 Honda Civic, 4-door w/ moon roof, new tires & breaks, excellent condition, $7,500/OBO. 817-821-6377.

1989 Chevy Camero, 4-speed, 52K miles, good condition, $2,800. 817-752-7172.

Reach more than 8,000 households with combo advertising in the Azle News and the Springtown Epigraph.

Saturday, Nov. 16th, 8A-4P, 804 Maggard Court, Azle.

Preview 9-4 Friday November 15, 2013

2002 Ford Focus, mint condition, dependable car, $3,295/OBO. 817-220-4095.

Most ads require payment in advance, but we do accept VISA, MASTERCARD OR DISCOVER by phone.

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Auctions

Electric stove top; double oven; washer & dryer...and misc. furnishings. 817-929-0503.

Springtown Epigraph THE

817-270-3340 - Azle - classifi ed@azlenews.net 817-220-7217 - Springtown - shirley@springtown-epigraph.net

CLASSIFIED 1. Air Condition/Heating 2. ......................Antiques 3.................... Appliances 4..........Appliance Repair 5.....................Arts/Crafts 6............. Asphalt Paving 7........................ Auctions 8................ Autos, Trucks 9..... Auto Repair Service 10.........Backhoe Service 11............. Boats, Motors 12...............Bookkeeping 13..................... Business Opportunity 14........ Campers/Trailers 15...................... Carports 16...... Equipment Repair 17............ Carpet Service 18 ......................Catering 19...............Cement Work 20.................Ceramic tile 21................... Child Care 22................... Cosmetics 23...Computers/Services

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035 Garden/Mowing Service

Serving the Metroplex Since 1975 FAMILY OWNED• FREE ESTIMATES • INSURED FALL DISCOUNT 10% OFF Residential • CommeRCial tRee Removal • topping pRuning • Feeding

817- 220-1141 817-444-9574

Friday-Saturday, 7A-4P, 12021 FM 730 N., Azle. Antiques, Coke signs, women’s clothes. Too much to list.

3 Family, Friday-Saturday, Nov. 22-23, 8AM, 330 Thomas Road, Springtown. Clothes, furniture, animal feeders, decorative columns and much more.

Nov. 15th-16th, 8A-5P, 212 Turpin Drive, Azle. Clothing: maternity, baby boy, ladies-all sizes. Lot of misc!

Multi-Family Yard Sale SaturdaySunday, Nov. 16-17, 9A-? (no earlybirds please), 1009 Ellie’s Court, Springtown. Pfaff 130 heavy-duty sewing machine (good condition), various household items, DVDs, chrildren’s toys. Children will be selling treats. Come by and say hi!

INSIDE/OUTSIDE SALE SATURDAY ONLY Dishes, Pictures, Furniture, Cast Iron 9 miles west of 199/51 on 199, left on Poolville Cutoff

Find it in the classifieds!

035 Garden/Mowing Service Tractor, garden, tilling and brush hogging small acreages. Call Floyd at 817-220-6260.

RICH TOP SOIL $10-$20 per yard. David 817-300-4350. supergrassdirt.com.

Masonry & Stone Work, retaining walls, patios, flowerbeds, houses, entries. Anything with stone and repairs. 817-919-4487.

FREE ESTIMATES. Mowing, weed eating, scrap haul off, property clean up. Call Brett 817-881-2357.

Tree trimming, removal, mow, weeding, cleanup, tilling, rake leaves, haul-offs. Free estimates.

Kevin 817-363-0010.

STEPHEN’S TRACTOR WORK. Free Estimates. Mowing, tilling, bucket work, posthole digging and more.

817-403-2992.

STUMP GRINDING Don’t dig it! Grind it!

1 or 100 - We can do it. $65 minimum

817-237-5592

Chad's Tree Service

Trimming • Removals - Stump Grinding Systemic Feeding • Brush Chipping • Cable Bracing

817-221-2201 • 817-246-5943 Insured for your protection Lic. #4346 & #6537

For Sale

FRESH BROWN EGGS from locally pastured hens. Fertile, large to jumbo, incredibly tasty, $3/doz. 817881-7297.

2 woodburning stoves, $200 & $500.

817-733-0306.

Twin size Tempur-Pedic bed, have remote to raise head & foot of bed.

Great for older person. Like new, $850. 817-964-2560.

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FREE TES ESTIMA

Commercial & Residential Sprinkler Installation & Repair Landscaping & Design · Drainage Rock & Stonework · Landscape Lighting Sod & Hydromulching Family Owned & Operated Since 1989

djhuffmaninc.com Experienced & Competitive Prices

SENIOR DISCOUNTS • FREE ESTIMATES

817-270-0544 • 817-379-0545

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Anderton Tree Service 817-875-2763

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· Pruning · Removals · Stump Grinding · Sick Tree Diagnosis · Lot Clearing/ Underbrush Removal AndertonTreeService.com Insured · 10% Senior Citizen Discount

Campfire Lawn & Garden Trees trimmed-removed Full lawn care & haul-offs

Insured • Azle since 1962 Compare Prices

No Job Too Small

Terms Available 817-444-0861 A.W. Teater 817-690-4011 cell

All major credit cards accepted

Landscape Dependable and Reliable Online Account Sprinklers Management Lawn Care

Best Lawn Guarantee in Town

WE’RE HIRING!

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Experienced House Framers needed, Parker County and surrounding areas. 817-913-4009.

Energetic Handyman needed Mon-Fri in Springtown. Must have some experience in plumbing, electrical, mowing, building, etc. No certification required. Starting pay is $10/hour. Call Diana 817-349-3066.

Stone Trucking is looking to hire a class A-CDL Driver. Contact Richard at 817-677-3489.

EAGLE CREST VILLA taking applications for experienced COOK. Apply in person: 113 Denver Trail, Azle, Texas.

Will Reed State Farm Insurance.

Inside Sales/Service position. High paced, team oriented environment.

Send resume to wbreed5@gmail. com.

Experienced Waitress needed at Stewart Street Cafe, 117 S. Stewart, Azle. Apply in person. Must be able to pass test.

Experienced in-home Caregiver for female with end-stage Alzheimer’s, Azle/Reno area, Sat. & Sun. 6P-8A, $50 a night, Sun. 8A-6P, paid hourly by agency, light housekeeping/ meal prep/Pass Background/Drug.

References required. 817-713-8472.

Vance Godbey’s Restaurant is now hiring Dishwashers and Caterers for part-time work. 817-237-2218.

ATTENTION

FULL TIME LAUNDRY HELP

• Sod • Stone Work • Flower Beds • Fencing • Clean Up • Trees

Split Shift 2 Days/2 Nights

LI 19046

Azle Manor, Inc.

Tree Service

721 Dunaway Lane · Azle· Texas · 76020 EOE 817-444-2536

All work is done by off duty professional firefighters

Tree Removal & Trimming · Brush Hog · Box Blade Front Loader · Tiller · Truck & Trailer for Hauling

Cook’s Helper Hours may vary.

Apply in person

Azle Manor

Call, Text 817-291-3955 or Email jonny5206@yahoo.com

E.O.E.

721 Dunaway 444-2536

Trucking Company

Hiring

Best Prices in Town!

FREE E stimat es Estimat stimates

“Class A” Flat Bed Drivers and Frac Sand Haulers.

2 years of verifiable driving exp. $500 BONUS after 90 days, plus Benefits.

Lawn & Garden Maintenance

•Clean Up • Mowing • Edging • Weedeating •Rake & Bag Leaves •Tree Trimming

Irrigation Repair Licensed Professional Services include Wire & Valve locates, Pipe repair, Head adjust or replace, System Design

817-845-6965

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Unwanted debris removed at a reasonable rate. Call Tom 817-4488578.

Clean up and haul off. Old appliances and metal. 817-7238861.

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Fertilized Coastal Hay For Sale Round Bales - Will Deliver Springtown/Azle Area 940-389-1936 Horse quality fertilized Coastal hay square bales, $8/each. 817-9094052.

Horse quality square bales in barn, $7.50/bale, minimum 20 bales. No checks, cash only. 817-694-5554.

Fertilized Coastal round bales from last year, $50 each. Must have own way of loading. 682-239-5137.

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LVN & CNA needed for Lake Worth Nursing Home. Contact Jon 817319-9073.

Business is Booming! Now interviewing servers. Apply in person, Shinola’s Texas Cafe, Springtown.

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NOW HIRING: 2 Openings at group homes located in Azle. 1 parttime & 1 full-time position. Both positions require working weekends.

Must have clean criminal & driving records. Training will be provided.

Please text or call 817-443-2494, Monday-Friday, 9A-5P.

FULL TIME LAUNDRY HELP Split Shift 2 Days/2 Nights Azle Manor, Inc.

721 Dunaway Lane · Azle· Texas · 76020 EOE 817-444-2536

Paid Weekly, Insurance, Aflac, Paid Vacations and much more

Call Daniel 1-800-448-6323 Wise Regional Health System

Part-time Help, resale shop in Weatherford. 817-599-3510.

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MAINSTREAM (group home for adults with developmental disabilities) is hiring Part-time Direct Contact Staff for 17 hour weekday shift (2nd & 3rd shift) or 24 hour weekend shifts. Paid training.

Starting pay is minimum wage. Good potential for full-time employment.

Call Sandra or Carole at 817-2702747, Mon-Fri, 9A-3P. Poolville ISD is accepting applications for a Bus Driver. Please contact Kurt Kronenberger or Alice Flowers at 817-594-4452.

For all of our available job opportunities, visit

www.WiseRegional.com A Not-For-Profit Hospital • EOE Decatur, TX • Job Line: 940-626-2525

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Home Repair & Improvement. Solar screens installed, free estimates, reasonable rates, 25 years experience 817-681-7287.

Help Wanted: Registered TAX PREPARER. Must have PTIN Number. 817-270-3672.

Before you buy vinyl siding or windows, call Jimmy for a free estimate 817-444-5270; 817-2967567. allamericanhc.net.

Tree Climbers with rope & saddle experience. Must have transportation and good driving record. 817-596-3788.

Keith Hays Construction Company.

All types cement work, carpentry, roofing and metal buildings. 817220-7201

WERRY THEORY EMBROIDERY in Azle has a position available for a Zig Zag Operator to sew patches onto school letter jackets.

Experience required. Apply in person at 12000 FM 730 N. or call 817-4445424. Position is part-time with no weekends.

WILLIE SIMON TILE & WOOD. Shower, Tub Surround & Backsplashes. 817-366-4555.

Town of lakeside is accepting applications for Water & Wastewater Technician I. For applications and job description, visit Town website at lakesidetexas.us.

Find a Job in the Classified Help Wanted Section.

Let my 40 years of experience work for you. Integrity and quality work at affordable prices. BOBBY MCWILLIAMS PAINTING 817-8216377. www.bobbymcwilliams.com.

LOOK Vinyl Siding: Insulated Replacement Windows: Complete Remodeling Lowest Prices: Best Material Free Estimates: Since 1963 817-991-6815

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Azle Manor

721 Dunaway Ln. • 817-444-2536

Graphic Artist Full-time position.

Training may be provided for qualified candidate.

The appropriate candidate must have a positive attitude, be accustomed to working on deadlines and be a good team player.

040 Home Improvement LEXINGTON BLOWN INSULATION CO. WINTER SPECIAL: $1 per sq. ft. of attic space, Gov. rating to get R-16=6.5”, We Give 8”. Feel the Difference Today!

GARAGE ENCLOSURES: Take your dingy garage and turn it into a New Energy Efficient home office/living room/den. Call Ray anytime 817770-2793.

GOOD SAMARITAN HANDYMAN SERVICE, INC. All your home repairs and remodeling needs. Dependable service, reasonable prices, free estimates. Randy 817-320-6782.

Mr. Sweeps Chimney Cleaning Service

Excellent computer skills and some web knowledge are a must and knowledge of Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator and WordPress a plus. Accuracy, ability to closely follow directions and attention to detail are essential to success.

Keep your home safe.

Call Parker/Wise County’s oldest chimney sweeping company, Mr. Sweeps

To apply, Email: johnna@azlenews.net or Mail to: Azle News – Attn: Johnna Bridges 321 W. Main St., Azle, TX 76020

Early Fall Special

NO PHONE CALL APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

Affiliated with Baylor Health Care System

HOUSE CLEANING RELIEF POSITION. Not needed daily, but available @ 7:45AM Mon-Fri. Home by 2PM on days worked. Leave message: 817-237-9848.

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with 2 years experience Oilfield/Environmental Construction Transportation

Copyright 2013 by Orbison Bros.

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Class A CDL Drivers ATTENTION

by Charley & Guy Orbison

Help Wanted

NOW HIRING

Pete Garcia • Joe Garcia

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NOW OFFERING: Brush Hog Services

817-444-6259

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Part-Time

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Classifieds

Deadline: 5:00 PM Monday

Advertizing Works!

040 Home Improvement PAINTING, REMODELING, CARPENTRY. Home Improvement Special: $100 off any job of $1,000 or more. Painting, carpentry, sheetrock, storage buildings, porch covers, decks. 36 years experience.

Call Bill Rosser now for a Free Estimate. 817-374-2566; 866-3743559. www.billrosserpainting.com.

Home repairs, bobcat services, mowing, tractor mowing. No job too big or too small. 682-229-9145.

Tree Trimming & Removal Painting, Plumbing General Handyman Experienced, Reliable Affordable, References Free Estimates 817-489-8848

040 Home Improvement DEVIN’S HANDYMAN SERVICE. Carpentry, cement, rock, granite, tile, painting, siding, insulation, kitchen/ bath, roof/gutters, powerwashing, decks. FALL SPECIAL: 20% Off w/ this Ad! 817-629-9608.

WORKHORSE HANDYMAN SERVICES. Bathrooms, kitchens, roofing, remodels, mobile home repair and roof repair. Quality at a reasonable rate. 817-874-6109.

CHIP’S CONSTRUCTION. Fencing, metal buildings, welding, carports, decks, farm & ranch repair, general construction. 817-372-9472.

Local Azle Movers looking for extra work during the down season. We have multiple skill sets including hauling & moving, trees, painting, yard work, cleaning/organizing garages. OVERALL HANDYMAN WORK. 817-312-4786.

Need some work done - Look Here!

Devin’s Handyman Service • Carpentry • Cement • Rock • Granite • Tile • Painting • Siding

• Insulation FALL • Kitchen/ SPECIAL Bath 20% OFF • Roof & with Gutters this ad!

• Powerwashing • Decks

Call Devin at 817-629-9608

817-692-5624 ask for Doug

www.mrsweepschimneycleaning.com

$75.00 BMH

Custom Homes BRIAN HENSLEY 817.229.7668

Steve Feltman Painting

• Interior & Exterior • Bed • Commercial Residential • Texture • Tape • Seal & texture • Sheetrock repair/replace • Remove old wallpaper/seal & texture • Pole fence painting • Pressure washing Cabinetry/Wood Work/Staining

Call Steve

817-800-9591

Chapman Carpentry Off-Duty Firefighter Professional & Dependable exterior & interior remodeling, patio covers, drywall repairs

817-946-6787 817-444-4198

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Sebastian Enterprises CUSTOM HOME BUILDING Since 1995

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REMODEL & REPAIR HOME & BUSINESS

Many Happy Local Customers

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MILLIE’S HAVE BROOM WILL TRAVEL 817-444-5281; 817-455-9877.

NEWFANGLED CLEANING. Old-Fashioned Cleaning DONE

BY OWNER ONLY! Residential cleaning, clean-outs, move-ins & make-ready. 25+ years experience.

Call or text Beth 817-361-2182 for more information.

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Reliable Lady seeks cleaning jobs; large, small, domestic & commercial, attention to detail, excellent ironing.

817-503-5564.

Your Cleaning Service Professional Cleaning since 1989 Phone hours: Mon thru Fri 7 am - 1 pm: 817-237-9848 PLEASE LEAVE VOICE MAIL our pros may be out chasing fairy dust

Backgrounds Checked We furnish Tools & Chemicals

Hospitality Guarantee “Your Way”

One time - Monthly - Bi-Weekly - Weekly, or as needed

You’ll love the care you get!

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Job Wanted

Handyman needs work. Call 817308-0787.

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Masonry

Masonry & Stone Work, retaining walls, patios, flowerbeds, houses, entries. Anything with stone and repairs. 817-919-4487.

Since 1989

JAMES WOOD MASONRY. INC. Quality Masonry work! • No job too small

BRICK • STONE • GLASS BLOCK office:

817-444-2581 cell:817-233-1126

Azle, TX ,L.L.C.

concrete

commercial • residential

Landscape Designs, Patios, Outdoor Kitchens, Retaining Walls, Mailboxes Free All Types Stone & Brick Work New Construction • Remodels Estimates

Cell 817-308-6512 Home 817-444-3806 email alvarogsilva@verizon.net

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Commercial • Residential FREE ESTIMATES • FULLY INSURED Repairs • New Construction

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Certified PREFERRED CONTRACTOR State Applicator # 106 www.owenscorning.com

Mark Cozart 817-233-6668

Jeremy Cozart 817-237-2028

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• Roofing • Windows • Attic Insulation • Painting

Will pay top dollar for grazing and hay leases. Call 940-389-1936.

712 N. MaiN • SpriNgtowN

817-523-4137 069

Registered Standard Poodle puppies. Ready to go Dec. 1st!

Females, $600/males, $550. Now taking deposits. Country Pups Grooming Salon 817-677-2800.

HORSE BOARDING. Give your horse the best care. Just ask my customers. 817-789-0137.

Local Breeder Selling Parakeets & Love Birds; Parakeet, Love Bird & Parrot seed and different size cages, plus millet spray. 817-715-2446, 9A-6P.

Menix Pet Lodge

Climate Controlled Kennels Dog Runs, Large Yard Where Pets are Pampered

817-983-1435

Carolyn’s Critter Sitter

ROOFING & METAL BUILDINGS 817-220-1794 817-304-4224 Tired of always replacing your roof?

Call us for a metal roof quote.

We’ll be here after the storm.

Sand/Gravel

Pool Service

060 Professional Services PROFESSIONAL HOUSE CLEANING 817-602-1696.

Home Decor Designer/Small Remodel, Refresh Decor, Staging for Quick Sale. 7 years experience. Call Judi at 817-925-2189.

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GFA/GRAHAM PLUMBING CO. M#15899

“The Solution To All Your Plumbing Needs”

CommercialResidential Serving Springtown, Azle, Boyd, Weatherford Area

817-220-2469 grahamplumbingco.com

Plumbing Repairs Drains Cleaned Water Heaters Faucets Slab Leaks

817-444-3054 M10078

Check out our websites: www.azlenews.net www.springtown-epigraph.net

Dozer and Tractor Work

TOP SOIL • ROADBASE • BRICK SAND DRIVEWAY GRAVEL • CRUSHED STONE (sizes ¼ inch up to 2 feet)

YOU CALL...

WE HAUL

Jerry W. Mitchell

817-444-DIRT(3478)

Quality Family Business Since 1938 CALL Cliff Hall

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Sell it in 817-319-6224 the classifieds

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Insurance Claim Specialists  

Pet Sitting Specialist Local References

As the leaves fall, we’ll be there to catch them all. GANNON SWIMMING POOL SERVICE. 817230-3838.

BEST DEAL

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(817)221-2681 We go the extra mile to ensure you get more for your $. On House Pads, Driveways, Lot Clearing & Tractor Work, Etc.

Storage

Innerspace Storage Hwy 199, Springtown. Now renting all unit sizes, 24-hour access. 817-6774050.

MIDWAY SELF STORAGE & BOAT STORAGE. Located in between Azle/Lakeside, off Hwy 199. Contact Jennifer 817-988-9045 or Brian 405203-1967.

PLACE AN AD IN THE CLASSIFIEDS TODAY! 817-270-3340 817-220-7217

Ash Creek Storage Convenient Location

Corner of Main St. & Locust • Azle

817-444-3292

STORAGE UNITS 1350 Liberty School Road

5x10 $30/month

Special!

6 Months ... $150 817-246-4646

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LEASING S TO R AG E UNITS WEST SIDE STORAGE 817-220-5813 817-239-1670

AZCO Self Storage RV, Boat or Trailer Spaces Available

$20.00 per month 1st Month Free! 

Office 11400 FM 730 N. Azle

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Metal Building Erectors

• Pre-engineered Weld-up • Barns/Shops • Arenas/Hangars • Fencing

1220 E. Hwy. 199 • Springtown

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Lots/Acreage

FOR SALE: 30 +/- acres, commercial property, Hwy 199 between Azle & Springtown. 817-798-2645, please leave message.

9 acre hayfield w/haybarn.

Springbranch & Knob Road, Springtown. $75K cash or Owner Finance. Payments, if financed, $702/mo. Shirley 903-517-8045.

081 Business/Commercial 40x50 building for rent 3 miles west of Springtown 817-713-7495.

Great building for Lease, industrial area in Azle. The building is 12,000 sq. ft., bathrooms and office area with heat and A/C. Majority of the 12,000 sq. ft. is shop, concrete floor, loading dock, big overhead door, plenty of parking space. For information call 817-360-3627.

Commercial Leasing: 328 W. Main Street, Azle. Suites starting at $.90 per sq. ft. 817-235-2284; 817-6820838.

3 acre gravel lot in Springtown area for lease. 817-657-5682.

Commercial building just outside Azle area for lease, great opportunity. Can be 1 business or 3.

Only serious calls. Inquiries 8A-8P only. Joyce 817-343-0451.

Professional office spaces for lease, newly repainted, 800 sq. ft. & 1,000 sq. ft. Suites 101 & 103, 1230 E. Hwy 199, Springtown. 817-2202150.

40x60 metal building, fronts Hwy 199, $500/mo., located between Azle and Springtown, 817-992-9570.

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Houses for Sale

FSBO: 3 BR 2 BA brick home on 6.5 acres with barn, 4 car carport, 18x30 gunite pool, 20x30 shop w/30x25 awning. FM 730 N. $245,000/OBO. 817-965-2156.

MUST SELL! 4 BR 2 BA plus den on 1 acre! Huge island kitchen! New appliances! Will help with financing!

817-385-7892.

NEW HOME: 4 BR 2 BA on 1 acre lot! Owner financing available!

Cheaper than rent! New appliances!

817-385-7892.

New Home MUST SELL! 3 BR 2 BA on 1 acre lot! Will help with financing! Affordable payments! 817385-7892.

Upholstery

QUALITY UPHOLSTERING. Free Estimates. Pick-up and Delivery Service. 817-727-6836.

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WELD-DONE CONSTRUCTION LTD.

817-220-2150 www.weld-done.net

Driveway gravel, top soil, septic rock, tandem dump trucks. Grady Mansell 817-713-7495.

Well Drilling

Need a quality water well at a fair price? Also pump sales and installation. Kelvin’s Pump and Well Service, 817-221-4300.

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Welding

Dauenhauer Contractors, Inc.

Metal Buildings · Pre-Engineered · Shops / Barns Arenas / Churches · Aircraft Hangars

817-220-7972

www.metalbuildingstexas.com

Version 2 owner Rodney Vick 817-220-3044 fax 817-523-7639 cell 817-253-1614

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Compare Pricing NO JOB TOO SMALL

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084 Mobile Homes for Rent Units starting at $450/mo., trash service paid. 817-221-3112; 817235-2284.

2006, 2-2, 16x56 mobile home, stamped & colored patio, sidewalks & driveway with carport, small storage shed, No Pets, $800/mo. water/trash included, $800 deposit.

6 miles north of Azle off 730, Boyd address. 940-433-5542.

Pelican Bay: 1524 Partridge, 1-1, S&R, CH/WU, $295/mo. $200 deposit. Owner/Broker 817-9889954.

Pelican Bay: 1404 Dawn Drive N., 2 BR 1.5 BA, stove only, CH/A, $435/ mo. $300 deposit. Owner/Broker 817-988-9954.

Commercial & Residential

PLUMBING CO.

1986 Harley Sportster, very nice, custom with sidecar, 16” spokes, $6,500/OBO. 817-270-0647.

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LANDERS 2000 Harley Sportster, red/white/ blue, 10,000 miles, $8,000 817228-2255.

Roofing

Last Puzzle Solution

Serene GREEN Cleaning. Residential & Commercial. All Natural & Safe Products, Family Owned & Operated, Fully Insured & Bonded, Free Confidential Estimate. 817602-1696. serenegreencleaning@ live.com.

Time to Bling Bling for the Holidays!

You do the blinging and we do the Cleaning. Call to schedule an appointment. COOK’S CLEANING, Jamie 817-489-8171.

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Classifieds

Deadline: 5:00 PM Monday

U.S. Army Retired-but not tired!

Careful moving-Cheap. Call Big Jim @ 817-237-5151.

COMMUNITY

PEASTER ISD: New home, 3 BR 2.5 BA, gameroom, 2 story on 1 acre lot! New appliances! Will help with financing! 817-385-7892.

Advertising Really Works!

085 Mobile Homes For Sale

Very nice 36 ft. RV with 3 slides in Adult Park near Azle. Shop, store room, carport & cover over RV. For Rent or Sale. 817-444-3760.

Share a 3BR/2BA home with 2 adult females. Rent, utilities to split 3 ways. 817-270-1493 (days). Approx.

6 miles north of Azle.

2 bedroom 2 bath SW, $500/mo. plus deposit. 817-366-9654.

2-2 on 1 acre, like new, completely remodeled, fridge, stove & table, $750/mo. $750 deposit. 817-9082211.

4 BR 2 BA mobile home, fenced yard, carport, storage building, Springtown ISD, $800/mo. $800 deposit, water/trash service included. 817-220-7418.

2 BR & small 3 BR SW’s, $475/mo. $300 deposit, $35 application fee.

817-444-0205.

PELICAN BAY: 1324 PELICAN CIRCLE, 2-1, $465/$300 deposit.

Gene Thompson & Associates, 817246-4646. gtatx.com. Hablamos Espanol.

2-2 MH, very nice. 111-A E. Bradshaw Road, Springtown, $750/ mo. $600 security deposit. 817-2204095.

3-2 DW, $725/mo. $500 deposit, $35 application fee. 817-444-0205.

MIDWAY MOBILE HOME PARK SPECIAL JULY DEPOSIT RATES on 2 or 3 bedroom mobile homes for rent. Also RV lots, RV rentals & mobile home lots for rent.

817-221-2002

Classified Deadline: Mondays by 5PM 085 Mobile Homes for Sale TURN TO THE EXPERT In Financing Mobiles on Acreage & Land.

Quick & Easy with No Credit Check or Qualifications.

Any or No Credit.

817-994-3730 7 days til 11PM richardwhitetx@yahoo.com 3-2 DW on 1 acre, 2 LR, WBFP, totally remodeled, 1700 sf, corner lot, lots of trees, 30x40 shop, $75K. 817-313-7675.

SPRINGTOWN: 5 BR 3 BA on 1 acre! Huge living room, home like new. Will help with financing!

Affordable payments! 817-385-7892.

GRANBURY: 3 BR 2 BA, fireplace, lots of trees. Will help with financing!

Cheaper than rent! 817-385-7892.

SPRINGTOWN: 3 BR 2 BA on 1 acre lot! Affordable payments. Will help with financing! 817-385-7892.

WEATHERFORD: 3 BR 2 BA on 1 acre! Owner financing available and affordable payments! 817-385-7892.

K&P Homes, Inc. USED HOME SUPER CENTER 14x56 Fleetwood

Stk#7056

$16,900

32x44 Crestridge 3/2 28x76 Clayton 4/2 28x72 Homestar 4/2

Stk#2562 Stk#1818 Tape & Texture

$32,900 $41,900 $45,900

NEW HOMES - 2014 MODELS 16x70 Champion 3/2 28x68 Champion 4/2 32x68 Champion 4/2 · New, Used Repos · Mobile Home Insurance · Service After the Sale

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$22,900 $49,900 $69,900

817-677-3466

FINANCING AVAILABLE

4272 E. Hwy 199 · Springtown, TX 76082 · Lic. #35875 In Business 10 Years · Open Monday - Saturday

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817-270-3340 - Azle 817-220-7217 - Springtown 086 Mobile Home/RV Lots PELICAN BAY: Mobile Home Lots for rent: 1405 PELICAN DRIVE, $185/mo. $50 deposit; 1708 GALE DRIVE, $155/mo. $50 deposit. Gene Thompson & Associates, 817-2464646. gtatx.com. Hablamos Español.

RV Spot on 199 with 20x20 garage, water & electric included, $350 per month. 817-360-9318.

Covered RV Spaces, Carport, Storage Building, $250/mo. Heritage RV Park. 817-444-3760.

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Mobile Home/RV Lots

Texas Star RV Park Inc.

14504 FM 730 N. • 6 miles North of Azle • Large Lots RV Spaces by • Nice & Clean Day, Week or Month 30 amp - $325/mo. Laundry Facilities 50 amp - $350/mo.

- Free Internet (Electric, Water & Sewer included)

Rent Furnished

1 bedroom Tiny House at Heritage RV Park, $550/mo. all bills paid.

817-444-3760.

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Rent Unfurnished

4-plex, 2-2, Azlewood, $695/$400 security deposit, WBFP, walk-in closets, box windows, large kitchen w/pantry, 1,100 sq. ft. 817-3603039.

SPRINGTOWN APARTMENTS, 624 East 3rd Street. 2 bedroom 1 bath, clean, new carpet, $600/mo. includes water, trash service & basic cable, $500 deposit. 817-875-8406.

2 & 3 bedrooms, 2 bath duplexes, 1 car garage, fenced backyard, all appliances, all brick, great location.

Stewart Bend Duplex Homes in Azle.

817-444-2362. www.stewartbend. com.

3-1.5 duplex in Reno, completely remodeled, $695/mo. $500 deposit, trash service included. 817-2281752.

1 BR, Eagle Mountain Lake front, $800/mo., bills paid. 817-237-2852.

UPSTAIRS EFFICIENCY APARTMENT: 1 BR 1 BA, no pets, $600/mo. plus deposit. 817-9254343.

1616 Newsom Mound Road, Springtown. 2-1, totally remodeled, tile floors, gas range, above stove microwave, dishwasher, fridge w/ice maker, pet friendly, trash service & yard work included, $850/mo. $850 deposit. 817-902-5142.

Nice brick 3-2-2, Springtown ISD, easy access to Hwy 199, hardwood, tile, carpet, ceiling fans, blinds throughout, non smoking, $1,125/ mo. $1,125 deposit. 817-300-4293.

3-1.5 with carport, updated house on large lot with pool, Azle ISD, $750/mo. 682-556-4211.

HALF OFF FIRST MONTH’S RENT! 3-2 duplex, $700/mo. $500 security deposit, small pets allowed, includes water & trash service. 817-909-5160.

1,000 sf, 1 bedroom house, no pets, references required, $550/mo. $300 deposit. 817-629-8214.

3 bedroom 1.5 bath, $600/mo. $600 deposit, $1,000 deposit each pet.

Springtown. Call Mike 817-7140567.

Large 3 bedroom 2 bath home for Lease. 2,150 sq. ft., $950/mo. $1,000 security deposit. 817-8214426.

3-2 house in Springtown, 1,250 sq. ft., $900/mo. 940-389-8322.

3-2 duplex, Springtown ISD, Rolling Glen, no pets, $695/mo. $350 deposit. 817-360-9318.

AZLE: Very nice 3-1-1, fenced backyard with storage building, $850/mo. $500 deposit. 817-3603335.

LEASE: Brick 3-2-2, Azle ISD, close to all, hardwood, tile, carpet, fans, blinds, no pets, non smoking, credit report & references. $885/mo. $850 deposit. 817-807-5295.

Garage apartment, separate from house, 1 bedroom, $575/mo. $275 deposit, utilities paid, non smoking.

817-444-1906.

PELICAN BAY: 1904 PELICAN DRIVE N., 3-2-1, $725/$300 deposit; 1576 REEF, 3-2-1, $685/$300 deposit; 1837 PELICAN DRIVE N., 3-2-1, $665/$300 deposit; 1831 PELICAN OVAL, 2-2, $595/$400 deposit; 1512 CORAL CUT OFF, 2-1, $545/$300 deposit. Gene Thompson & Associates, 817-246-4646. gtatx. com. Hablamos Espanol.

817-946-4862

For Rent Tiny Houses RVs

Covered & Uncovered RV Spaces

Classifieds

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PUBLISHER’S NOTICE All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18.

This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD tollfree at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-free telephone number for the hearing impaired is 1800-927-9275.

Pecan Acres RV Park Inc. 12667 FM 730 South • 1 mile south of Azle

RV Spaces by Day, Week or Month We now have Pull-Throughs!

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AZEL RV PARK 5 MI. W. OF AZLE ON HWY 199 817-677-2160

HERITAGE RV PARK 5 MI. S. ON FM 730 817-444-3760

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AZLE AREA

GOLF/LAKE COMMUNITIES

12533 FM 730 S. - Handyman Special!! 4-2 situated on a little over 4 acres. Great project home.

1113 Willow Ridge Dr. - Nice 4-2-2 with split bedrooms.

Large living area has brick WBFP, bay window in breakfast area, 16x12 workshop with loft and electricity.

105 Venado Ct. - Beautiful new construction home with 4-2-2 with extra room to used as second living, formal dining or study. Large open family room.

104 Bosque Ct. - New construction!! Beautiful 4-2-2 with formal dining and split bedrooms. Large open family room with fireplace.

1317 Glenwood Dr. - Beautiful ! with formal dining SOLD3-2-2 and study.

916 Red Bud Dr. - Nice 3-1 home on fantastic lot. Bonus room, updated kitchen. Great location.

D! 824 Wood Ln. - Cute S 3-2O well home on large lot.

Lmaintained 1528 Chaparral Lane - Fabulous 3-2-2 doublewide with so much to offer. Newly upgraded with lake views!!!

110 Willow Ct. - LAND!!! 1.35 acres located on a cul-de-sac with other houses on the street.

8657 Funtier - Beautiful, spotless 3-2.5-2 home!! New roof and energy efficient all the way. Ceiling fans in every room.

8826 Sandcastle Ct. - Great opportunity!!

ENDING Live in one side and rent the other. Lots of P upgrades!!

521 Clew - Lakefront LUXURY 5-5.5-3 waterfront home on Eagle PENDING Mountain Lake. Azle ISD.

Jimmy Dickens 817-929-3481

Beth Dickens 817-929-3185

Deborah Cottongame 817-999-9026

Cally Winstead 817-688-9856

Debi Leewright 940-389-6077

Michele Holmes 817-723-9580

Jeral Tipton 817-771-5944

Frank Henderson 817-229-3287

Kassie Chadwell 817-253-8952

Dana Burton 936-662-4237

Bobby Dauenhauer 817-832-3469 Teresa Bobbitt 817-308-6911

Dana Forehand 817-542-5793

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340 Huggins Dr. - Great neighborhood. Won’t last long!!

Remodeled in 2008, granite countertops, custom upgrades and great landscaping.

7726 W. Highway 199 - 17.52 Acres of COUNTRY PARADISE! 4 bedrooms, possibly 5, 3.5 bathrooms. Secluded house sits far from the highway noise. Cross-piped fencing, gated entry, bass stocked pond with dock, barn, shed, corrals not to mention wrap-around porch, game room, huge unfinished attic room, custom features throughout! Partially AG exempt, oaks galore, dependable rental property built in, animal ready. This is one that you don’t want to POOLVILLE & SURROUNDING AREAS miss!!! Ready for your family!

500 Stirling - Lovely choice home with 3-2-2 in Rhome.

3121 Knob Rd. - This house has it all 4-2-2, POOL, PROPERTY 370 Greathouse Village - 4-3.5-2 Custom Built Townhouse in and PRIVACY. Granite DING counters, outside entertaining covered PEN Decatur with lots of upgrades. Wood floors, beautiful staircase. veranda, stone fireplace, 35 minutes from downtown.

104 Cora Ct. - This home has it all, 4-3-3 on 2.3 acres, aboveCOMMERCIAL PROPERTIES ground pool. True country paradise.

Century 21 Alliance Properties has several commercial properties for your business needs. For a complete and 609 Raley Ct. - Great open pasture with 6.85 acres. Nice 3-2 up-to-date detailed list of our commercial listings, please call the singlewide sits back far on the property.

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Holiday decorating not bound to strict schedules Colors of Christmas - Holiday Coloring Contest Out-of-the-box themes for your holiday party Elf on the Shelf: useful tool or just creepy?

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Holiday decorating not bound to strict schedules Some people are so eager for Christmas to arrive that they simply cannot wait long to transform their homes from the traditional decor into a holiday wonderland. Others prefer to build up the suspense of the season and wait until mid-December before decking the halls. There is no right or wrong time to start decorating, but there are some tips to make that process easier.

Christmas items can sometimes be found on store shelves as early as September, and even those homeowners who intend to decorate when the season is in full swing can purchase items now and then bring them out when the time comes to decorate. Shopping early allows holiday enthusiasts to be more choosy about their decorations.

Many families start their holiday decorating on the day after Thanksgiving. Such families should know there are benefits to using artificial greenery in the decor. A real Christmas tree or wreath may dry out and present a fire hazard if purchased too early. If you want the tree in the window for a full month or more, an artificial tree is a safer choice. Decorating before December also allows families to enjoy their decorations much

longer. It can be hard work to decorate the house, and equally arduous to remove those decorations, so decorating earlier allows homeowners to enjoy the fruits of their labors a lot longer than they would if they decorate in December.

Some people feel that decorating for Christmas before Thanksgiving is a tad too early, and there are advantages to decorating in early or mid-December, when stores have a wider selection of decorations at shoppers’ disposal.

Some stores do not display all of their merchandise until after Thanksgiving. If you have your heart set on a natural Christmas tree, decorating later helps to ensure the tree remains fresh, fragrant and safe with the right care.

Homeowners who delay their decorations also can take inventory of what neighbors are doing and design a decorating scheme that blends with the neighborhood or stands out.

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of the Epiphany, when the magi are said to have arrived bearing gifts for the baby Jesus.

Whether families enjoy stringing up lights as soon as Thanksgiving is over or waiting until Christmas Eve, there is no wrong way to embrace the spirit of the season.

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Out-of-the-box themes for your holiday party Parties are an integral part of the holiday season, when friends and family gather to celebrate and give thanks. For holiday hosts, parties are a great opportunity to make the season even more festive with an event that guests won’t soon forget. The following are just a few themes to make your holiday party as memorable as it is merry.

• Christmas sweater party: Christmas sweater parties have grown in popularity over the last decade, when revelers have tried to outdo one another with the most outrageous holidaythemed sweater. Give prizes for the most outlandish sweater and let guests know early on so

they can begin their hunt for a holiday sweater that’s so ugly or outrageous you can’t help but love it.

• Christmas costume party: Costume parties aren’t just for Halloween. This holiday season, consider making your holiday bash a costume party, encouraging guests to dress up as their favorite characters from holiday tales like “Frosty the Snowman,” “A Christmas Carol” or any of the host of beloved holiday legends.

• Caribbean Christmas: The weather come the holiday season may be the one thing to put a damper on the festivities. To combat blue feelings from poPLEASE SEE THINK, PAGE 8.

Pretzel Jell-O Cake

well. Press mixture into the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish. Bake 8-10 minutes, until set. Set aside to cool.

Recipe from Stephanie Cravotta

Strawberry Jell-O, cream cheese and pretzel collide in a fabulous flavor frenzy.

1. Pretzel layer · 2 cups crushed pretzels · 3/4 cup butter, melted · 3 tablespoons white sugar Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Stir together crushed pretzels, melted butter and 3 tablespoons sugar, mix

2. Cream cheese layer · 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened · 1 cup white sugar · 1 (8 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed

3. Jell-O layer · 2 (3 ounce) packages strawberry flavored Jell-O® · 2 cups boiling water · 2 (10 ounce) packages frozen strawberries

Dissolve gelatin in boiling water.

Stir in still frozen strawberries and allow to set briefly. When mixture is about the consistency of egg whites, In a large mixing bowl, mix together pour and spread over cream cheese cream cheese and sugar. Fold in layer. Refrigerate until set. whipped topping. Spread mixture onto cooled pretzel crust layer.

Serves 12.

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Think out-of-the-box on your next party ■ THINK, FROM PAGE 6.

tentially inclement weather, consider a Caribbean theme for your holiday party this season. Rather than wearing sweaters and long pants, wear beach attire and give the party a touch of the Caribbean. Outfit your home in beach decor and serve food and drinks reminiscent of the Caribbean instead of more traditional holiday fare like eggnog and gingerbread cookies.

• Film festival: Holiday movies are another tradition of the season, so why not invite friends

and family over for a holiday film marathon? Include classics like It’s a Wonderful Life and A Christmas Story and encourage guests to submit their own favorites for consideration.

• Christmas karaoke: For those who love to belt out their favorite holiday tunes, consider throwing a Christmas karaoke party that allows guests to perform their own renditions of their favorite Christmas carols.

Purchase a home karaoke set and ask guests in advance of the party if there are any particular songs they’d like to perform.

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Cream Cheese-Stuffed Peppers Recipe from Amber Plumley

Just as soon as this flaky and delicious family favorite appetizer hits the tabletop, it’s gone.

Weeks before Thanksgiving, my family craves these fresh and warm treats.

Before guests arrive on Thanksgiving Day, I sneak and devour one or two just to be sure I get a taste! · 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro · 8 fresh whole jalapeño chiles · 1 teaspoon grated lime peel · 1 (8 ounces) can refrigerated Pillsbury crescent dinner rolls · 4 ounces cream cheese softened · 4 ounces fresh, grated Parmesan cheese · 1/4 cup butter or margarine · 1 tablespoon lime juice Preheat oven to 375 degrees.

Spray baking sheet with cooking spray.

Blend cream cheese, lime juice,

lime peel and cilantro in a bowl and set aside.

Cut each jalapeño in half long ways, cut off stems and remove and throw away seeds.

On a cutting board, unroll crescent dough and separate the already perforated triangles into 8.

Cut each triangle in half, creating a total of 16 triangles.

For each jalapeño half, spoon in 1 teaspoon of cream cheese mix; turn jalapeño cheese side down on top of the dough triangle with the point of jalapeño meeting the triangle point.

Begin to roll the dough and jalapeño to combine and pinch at ends to seal.

In a separate dish, combine melted butter and Parmesan cheese.

Dip each jalapeño wrapped in dough into butter and roll in cheese to coat.

Place each onto baking sheet.

Bake for 10-15 minutes or until Parmesan and dough are golden brown.

Remove cooking sheet promptly, serve warm.

Serves 16.

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Elf on the Shelf: useful tool or just creepy?

How can a little elf become so popular with families during the holidays?

Easy, make it a “special scout elf sent from the North Pole to help Santa Claus manage his naughty and nice lists.”

At least, that’s according to the Elf on the Shelf website, www.elfontheshelf.com.

Once “adopted” by a family, the little boy or girl elf begins their daily adventures.

Every night they take a trip back to Santa’s home in the North Pole to give a rundown of all things nice – and naughty – that occurred that day.

They return just before the household wakes up, always in a different place of course.

What keeps this magic strong is a little holiday belief and childlike wonder.

Only two simple rules are given to kids: 1. The elf cannot be touched or the fragile Christmas magic he has may be lost or weakened to the point of not being able to return to the North Pole.

2. The elf cannot speak or move while anyone is in the house – only watch and listen.

Most often the elf “appears” in PLEASE SEE LITTLE, PAGE 13.

Sweet Potato Soufflé

a shallow 2-quart greased casserole.

Topping: Recipe from Carla Noah Stutsman · 1/2 cup butter · 1/2 cup sugar I found this recipe in Lone Star · 1/4 cup flour Legacy II, a cookbook I bought at · 1 can (8 ounces) crushed Stockyards Traditions, a chic ladies pineapple, drained western clothing store located in the · 1 egg Fort Worth Stockyards in the mid- to late-1980s. The book is an official Melt butter. Cream in sugar and Texas Sesquicentennial cookbook presented by the Austin Junior Fo- flour. Add pineapple and egg and mix rum. The recipe itself was provided well. Pour over sweet potato mixture and bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes.

by Mrs. David (Priscilla) King.

I’ve made this Sweet Potato SoufServes 10. flé for Thanksgiving and Christmas every year since then, and it’s always Note: I always double this recia family favorite. pe. If you do, too, be aware it will probably need to cook an hour or a Sweet potatoes: little more due to the density of the · 2 cans (29 ounces each) sweet sweet potato mixture. You’ll know potatoes it’s getting done when the pineapple · 1/2 cup butter topping begins to lose its gloss and · 1/4 cup milk brown around the edges. · 3 eggs I’ve sometimes sprinkled the top · 2 teaspoons vanilla extract with pecans, and other times, I’ve · 2 cups sugar mixed chopped pecans into the sweet Mash potatoes with a fork until potato mixture. Both were successful – well blended. Add remaining ingre- just make sure you’re not feeding anydients and mix well. Place mixture in one with nut allergies before you try it!

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Travel tips for holiday visits Thousands of people take to the skies come the holiday season. High fares do doubt await holiday travelers, who also can count on higher baggage fees and fuel surcharges. Buying tickets early can help offset some of those costs, but many travelers may not know where they’ll be spending the holidays until the last minute, leaving them at the mercy of the airlines.

Waiting for last-minute airline sales can be tricky, especially during the holidays when everyone needs to travel in a specific date range. Airlines continually evaluate just how many seats they have already sold to determine prices on reduced-fare seating. Getting a good deal or being gouged may come down to a variety of factors, but buying early when flying during a heavy travel season is often the best way to go.

Airlines rarely discount tickets during the holiday season, when demand is especially high.

Therefore, booking as soon as you know your travel plans increases the likelihood you can get the flight you want and not have to make concessions. In addition to booking early, there are other ways to save some money and arrive relatively jolly for a holiday visit.

• Travel midweek. Flying on a weekday is often less expensive than flying on a weekend.

Some travel experts say flights on a Tuesday or Wednesday traditionally offer the lowest fares.

• Consider an alternate route. Choosing connecting flights in travel hub cities may cost less than direct, nonstop flights. While from flight to flight may be less convenient, it’s likely to cost less money.

• Ship your gifts. Rather than paying high fees for extra checked baggage, ship your gifts or have them directly shipped to your loved ones when buying online.

• Book in mid-November.

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• Choose an unpopular flight time. Early-morning, overnight and dinnertime flights are less expensive than more popular travel times.

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This salad is the culminating dish at my family’s Thanksgiving dinner.

Everyone begins asking for it the moment they walk through the door.

In fact, the attempts to sneak bites before dinner got so outrageous that, for a few years, my mom and cousin took turns guarding it to make sure everyone ate dinner first. · 10-15 medium apples · 10 large oranges · 2 pounds seedless red grapes

· 1 large can sliced peaches in syrup · 8 bananas · 3/4 cup sugar

Refrigerate.

Two hours before serving Slice the bananas into medallions.

Add bananas and stir.

Refrigerate.

Night before Peel and cut the apples and oranges into bite sized pieces.

Cut the grapes in half.

Cut the peaches into bit sized pieces. Save the syrup.

Put syrup, apples, oranges, peaches and grapes in a large bowl.

Stir in sugar (add more sugar if fruit isn’t very sweet).

Add Fruit-Fresh to keep fruit from browning.

Serves 12.

Note: Splenda can be substituted for half (but not all) of the sugar.

Salad will end up dry if all sugar is replaced.

This salad tastes best if prepared the night before. That way the juices from the fruits have time to blend.

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ar, eggs and vanilla. Mix well.

Sift dry ingredients together.

Gradually add to creamed mixture, mixing well after each addition, until you get a stiff, pliable dough.

Force through cookie press onto ungreased cookie sheet.

Bake 8-10 minutes until done but not brown.

Cook slightly before removing cookie sheet.

Let cool.

Many years ago when I was a young mother of three little girls, my mother gave me a cookie press saying she probably wouldn’t use it anymore. I’d never even heard of one, but I took it.

A few years later, while looking for something new to try, I found a recipe in my Better Homes & Gardens cookbook which required a cookie press.

Those cookies were such a hit Icing that they have been a requested part · 4 tablespoons milk of our holiday goodies ever since. · 2 tablespoons melted butter They’re really easy and fun · 1+ teaspoon vanilla or to make – as our daughters and almond flavoring grandkids will attest to. · powdered sugar · food coloring (if desired) Cookies Mix milk, butter and flavoring. · 1 ½ cups (or 3 sticks) Add powdered sugar gradually butter or margarine, until you get a thin icing you can softened (NOT melted) drizzle onto the cookies. · 1 cup sugar Or add enough to make a · 1 well beaten egg spreadable icing. · 2 teaspoons vanilla (OR 1 Add milk to thin the icing if it teaspoon vanilla + 1 teaspoon almond flavoring) gets too thick to spread.

Decorate cookies with icing · 4 cups sifted flour · 1 teaspoon baking powder and/or candy sprinkles.

Makes 5-7 dozen depending on Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

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German Drop Cookies Recipe from Johnna Bridges

Simple tasting, delicious desserts loaded with nuts, sprinkled with powdered sugar and no mixer required. · 1-3/4 cup all-purpose flour · 1/2 cup granulated sugar · 1 cup butter, softened · 1/8 teaspoon salt · 1 cup chopped pecans · 1/2 cup powdered sugar · 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Holiday music for the next generation One of the early indicators that the holiday season has arrived is the music play at retail stores and on the radio.

Christmas music evokes strong emotions that help many people recall fond memories of holidays spent with family and friends.

While certain holiday albums have become classics, younger artists have begun to embrace holiday music as well.

For example, Universal Music Group Nashville has announced that Duck the Halls: A Robertson Family Christmas, will be avail-

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

Combine first 5 ingredients with a spoon.

Shape into 1-inch balls and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Bake 20 minutes.

Combine powdered sugar and cinnamon.

Sift powdered sugar mixture over warm cookies or roll cookies in sugar mixture.

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Mix flour, sugar and salt into a bowl.

In a saucepan, combine water, butter and cocoa.

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Little elf popular with many, not everyone ■ LITTLE, FROM PAGE 9.

One little spat or acting out and parents can simply point to their elf and remind kids that they better be on their best behavior.

Santa will find out.

Even when out of eyesight of parents, children still know that the elf is there to help keep tabs on them.

A constant presence helps kids keep in mind to be on their constant behavior.

a family’s home close to Thanksgiving and stays with its adopted family through Christmas Eve. Although Elf on the Shelf set has been around since 2005, its popularity has only recently exploded and has sold over 6 million copies according to their website.

Everyone knows when an elf has been adopted by a particular family.

Not everyone’s a fan Facebook, Twitter and InstaElf on the Shelf, with all gram seem to blow up every its booming popularity, still holiday season with pictures doesn’t sit well with others. of the different – and enterReasons range from those taining – places an elf was that just don’t integrate found whether that be in Santa into their yearly the bathroom after a nice holiday season to the conelf spa treatment, hanging stant watchful elf being from a fan or even in the “creepy.” freezer, feasting away on There are several arsome ice cream. guments that, as good of a tool that Elf on the Parent’s little helper Shelf can be, the downAs much fun as Elf on side might outweigh the the Shelf can be, it can usefulness. also be a tool for parents.

One such argument As kids, our parents is that by having the would say that Santa is constant surveillance watching and you betof an elf – a glorified ter be nice if you didn’t nannycam – kids do want coal in your stocknot learn an important ing. lesson of also being Others may have had good when there are no a hotline to Santa or wrote others watching. letters to make sure Santa Others suggest that knew they were being good. it only helps promote But Santa stayed far away the strayed lesson of kids bein the North Pole. ing good only for the purpose Today, it seems Santa and par- of getting something they want, ents like having an additional totally missing the true spirit of little helper.

Christmas and giving – a general The elf can be a physical pres- observation of the holiday. ence which makes Santa somehow Some who have had experience seem much closer and not so far off. with Elf on the Shelf have found So be good for goodness sake. that the time and effort dedica-

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- Christmas Mouse. A simple same place twice, is not worth inswitch from elf to mouse for corporating this new tradition. those who don’t include Santa for their holiday.

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Elf on the Shelf, Christmas Angel or whatever your family tradition may be, there is a way to incorporate fun tools and lessons for your kids during Christmas.

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Gift wrapping tricks and tips The holidays are here and that means shoppers have started to stockpile gifts for those they love. Once the shopping rush is over, the time to wrap all of those great finds and treasures has come.

Although some people are gift-wrap gurus, there are many others who feel that their wrapping skills are lacking. Regardless, anyone can create delightful wrapped gifts with a little knowhow.

Prepare The first step to wrapping is to have all of the supplies in one place. There are some people who have actually dedicated small rooms as gift-wrap stations. While you don’t have to go this far, find a large table and keep your tape, tags, paper, ribbon, scissor, pen, and other accessories nearby.

Also, sort out the gifts according to recipient and have any gift receipts handy to wrap up with the gift.

Wrap at a time when there are no distractions and you can devote your attention to the task at hand, like after children have gone to bed or during the day when no one is home.

Paper or Bags?

When purchasing wrapping paper, it may be tempting to skimp on the quality of the paper to save money. However, a thicker, higher quality paper will make wrapping go more smoothly.

That’s because it will be less likely to tear on boxes or when you’re rolling out and cutting it.

Thicker paper means you’ll also be able to achieve more intricate folds and better creasing around boxes. It also may be more forgivable around oddly shaped items.

Gift bags are the go-to wrapping medium when you’re short on time or have items that are not easily wrapped with paper. Because they come in a variety of sizes -- and even giant plastic bags to contain large gifts -- they are often more convenient.

• Buy neutral-patterned wrapping paper that coordinates with other papers. This way if you run out of one type of paper you can stagger other pieces and make a collage of papers so there’s no waste.

• Use ribbon to dress up a gift and direct the eye away from any imperfections.

• Keep a stack of paper scraps and use it instead of tissue paper to fill in gift bags.

• Keep scissors sharp for clean cuts.

• Pack smaller items or oddly shaped things into a different container that is easier to wrap.

• Roll up clothing and place into a paper towel tube to turn the wrapping into a candy cane shaped gift.

Practice often makes perfect when it comes to wrapping gifts. Having the right paper, a few Other Tips There are different tips that can help with decorative supplies and some patience can ensure that gifts look festive this year. wrapping.

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Secrets to holiday baking success Certain tips can ensure your holiday baking is successful.

Baking is popular come the holiday season, when baked goods are often gifted or shared with family and friends at holiday gatherings.

Individuals turn out sweet treats left and right, and these treats are often gobbled up by appreciative holiday revelers.

Although some people have mastered baked goods, others can benefit from a few tricks of the trade.

Utilize these tips to make holiday baking that much easier.

• Overworked cookie dough may result in dry cookies. Try not to handle dough more than is necessary to roll it out to desired thickness.

When rolling the dough, put it between

two pieces of waxed paper to reduce flour usage on the rolling pin.

• When baking brownies or other bar-type cookies, line the inside of the pan with greased aluminum foil.

This way you can lift out the dessert and cut it neatly instead of risking sticking.

• The same technique can be used when baking cookies. Line cookie sheets with parchment paper and bake as directed.

The cookies should slide right off when done, and you won’t have messy pans to wash afterward.

• Double-check your oven temperature with a reliable thermometer to make sure it is accurate. This will help you bake more efficiently and adjust the time or temperature accordingly.

• Many cookie doughs can be refrigerated or even frozen, so you can make a big batch and then spread out your baking as needed throughout the season.

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Place a cake pan, filled halfway with hot water, on the bottom shelf of your oven to moisten the air.

Bake the cheesecake for 30 minutes and then reduce the oven temperature to 325 degrees and continue to bake the cheesecake for another 10-20 minutes, or until the edges of the cheesecake are puffed but the center is still a little wet and jiggles when you gently shake the pan.

Total baking time 40-60 minutes.

Remove from oven and place on a wire rack to cool.

Then place the plastic pie cover or a piece of aluminum foil over the top of the pan so the cheesecake will cool slowly.

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Preheat oven to 350 degrees and place the oven rack in the center of the oven.

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