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Volume 64, Number 25

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Christmas on Main Street arrives Saturday Free event runs from noon until early evening and includes city tree lighting BY MARK K. CAMPBELL This year’s Christmas on Main Street will be like no other. The traditional tree lighting and bike giveaway return but so do other unique opportunities to bring cheer to the holiday season, such as: • a blacksmith demonstration • a tacky sweater contest

• impromptu caroling groups • a community singalong at the Christmas tree at 5 p.m. Committee Chair Kim Ware said, “This is a true community event. It’s all about kids and families. All activities at 404 Main are free thanks to many local businesses.” Azle Women’s Business Associa-

tion is sponsoring all activities and Azle Optimist Club, all funds raised will go to disadvantaged youth in the vendors along Main Street. AISD, Bennett said. “We’ll have over It all begins at 65 vendors and ac- Festival map! tivities,” said Vera .........................see page 5A noon when Mayor Alan Brundrett Bennett, Azle Womreads a proclamaen’s Business Assotion in front of Fidelity Natonal Title ciation president. Working in conjunction with the at 224 West Main Street.

Fifteen minutes later, that’s also where the Tacky Sweater Contest will be conducted with the winner earning $50. From then until 6 p.m., an array of vendors selling food and crafts will be lined up all along Main Street – from the museum, site of the later tree lightPLEASE SEE MAIN, PAGE 4A.

‘Be Heard’

After victorious outings against Northwest Eaton and Fort Worth O.D. Wyatt Nov. 24, Azle wrestlers – wearing “Be Heard” t-shirts – assembled outside the gym to release balloons in remembrance of former Hornet Dammion Heard. After a prayer, Azle Coach Chris Allen spoke, mentioning the importance of not taking anyone for granted. Heard died under mysterious circumstances last April in Colorado where he wrestled for Western Colorado and was a rising star. After the brief ceremony at the high school, green balloons were released and floated away on the stout south breeze. Photos by Mark K. Campbell

Double trouble

2 kidnappers, 2 cases, 2 locations on Knob Hill Road

BY CARLA NOAH STUTSMAN Two separate kidnapping cases ended with arrests during the week of Thanksgiving. Ironically, although the two cases don’t appear to be related, the arrests were both made at locations on Knob Hill Road in unincorporated Parker County by Parker County Sheriff’s deputies. Devilish first case Deputies arrested Darrell Kent Burnsed, age 61, of Azle, on Nov. 23 on a Parker County warrant for aggravated kidnapping. Burnsed remained in the Parker County jail in lieu of $50,000 bond Dec. 1 for the first-degree felony charge. He is also held on a motion to adju-

Darrell Kent Burnsed

James Castleman Gipson

dicate guilt on a charge of possession of marijuana, 5-50 pounds. Burnsed was sentenced to seven years’ deferred adjudication for that crime on Oct. 2, 2012. According to information con-

tained in a probable cause affidavit, a 47-year-old Fort Worth man told deputies he had been at Burnsed’s home Oct. 26 in the 2300 block of Knob Hill Road with Burnsed and two other men.

The four men were using methamphetamine in a barn on the property, when, according to the victim, Burnsed became angry and accused the victim of “having the devil in him.” That’s when Burnsed and the two other men attacked the victim outside the barn when he tried to leave. Burnsed allegedly punched and kicked the victim as he lay on the ground. Then the victim was tied up and placed inside a shed on the property. Burnsed allegedly told the victim he planned to execute him after Burnsed retrieved a gun. The victim was located and untied by a friend who knew he was at Burnsed’s home and came to find him. According to the affidavit, Burnsed admitted to beating and tying the vic-

BY CARLA NOAH STUTSMAN Most people call them “lake patrol officers” – those cops on boats who issue citations for things like having too few personal flotation devices on your boat, or for a lack of proper lighting, or even for boating while intoxicated. Police officers with the Tarrant ReEarly in 2015, Eagle Mountain Lake was closed due to lack of water. Then came the massive spring rains which also shut down the lake. Now once again, EML has been closed, starting Nov. 28 after big gional Water District’s (TRWD) Law precipitation over Thanksgiving capped the rainiest November ever. Photo by Mark K. Campbell Enforcement Division (LED) do, in

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Kidnapping No. 2 Less is known about the second kidnapping case. James Castleman Gipson, 37, was arrested Nov. 28 when Parker County deputies responded to a suspicious person call in the 2000 block of Knob Hill Road. A routine check revealed Gipson was the subject of an active Tarrant County arrest warrant for aggravated kidnapping, including terrorizing the victim. The charge is also a felony in the first degree. Details about the case were unavailable at press time; however, Gipson was held in the Parker County jail Nov. 30 in lieu of $25,000 bond.

TRWD officers investigating thefts from boats

Lake Closed...Again

tim up and holding him in the shed.

fact, carry out those duties. They’re also highly-trained and skilled – not only as police officers, but as public safety divers, marine accident investigators, and have received specialty training in environmental law, active shooter response, asset and personnel protection. And right now, officers are investiPLEASE SEE LAKE, PAGE 9A.

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5 Years Ago In December 2010, the 21st annual Parade of Lights on Eagle Mountain Lake – with 27 entrants – raised $1,000 for local charities.

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Azle Chef needs votes to earn slot on TV’s Chopped BY CARLA NOAH STUTSMAN

The forecast for the Thanksgiving holidays said it all – 8-plus inches of rain over four days just isn’t conducive to bridge construction work. Rick White, Director of Public Services for the city of Azle, now estimates the South Stewart Street Bridge will not be open for at least another week – and maybe two if there is additional heavy rainfall. Crews from Reynolds Asphalt were busy paving the roadway on Dec. 1, but TxDOT’s contractor still has striping and guard rail and drainage work to complete before the bridge can be opened to traffic, White said. Photo by Mark K. Campbell

It’s official. Chef Joseph Koons of Azle is one of 10 semifinalists for the next season of Food Network's popular show Chopped. Four finalists – who will appear to compete on the show – will be selected in a voting process that’s already underway and runs through Dec. 14. Chef Koons is asking for your votes to help him represent the Azle community in one of those four coveted spots. Voting is permitted up to five times per day. Point your browser to www. foodnetwork.com/chopped and click on the “Restaurant Challenge” tab. Scroll down and look for the photo of Chef Joseph Koons’ dish called Porchetta in the Forest and click on it to cast your vote. Results will be announced Porchetta in the Forest by Chef Joseph Koons is his enDec. 15. try to compete in the TV show Chopped.

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Members of the Azle High School baseball team visited Eagle Crest Villa November 17 to serve dessert to the residents, visit and play games.

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Store off the shopping block Brookshire’s no longer for sale BY MARK K. CAMPBELL When word got out a few weeks ago that Brookshire’s Grocery stores might be for sale, it was news that devoted customers did not want to hear. But, rejoice Brookshire’s fans: The chain is off the market. On Nov. 23, parent company Brookshire Holdings sent out a press release that noted “the possible sale of the company has been terminated.” That made folks happy, and they let us know on our Facebook page. Not only did the social media post get a whopping 140 “likes” and get “shared” 25 times but plenty of folks expressed their happiness. “Great news, love that place.” “That warms my heart. Brookshire’s is the only grocery store left with good customer service.” “Everyone is always so friendly and helpful.” “My favorite store!” Those kinds of statements made store manager Mark Laudenheimer smile. “We’ve had great support,” he said. “It’s all been positive and people said they are thankful we’re staying.” Laudenheimer said the comments weren’t just about Brookshire’s expressly. “Customers were concerned about our people,” he said. Now that the possibility of being sold is past, the manager said things are full steam ahead. “We hope to be around for a long time,” Laudenheimer said. That’s what devotees of Brookshire’s want to hear.

After weeks of concern from local shoppers, the parent company of Brookshire’s Grocery decided to no longer consider selling the chain. Photo by Mark K. Campbell

SENIOR SPOTLIGHT BY SUE TURNIPSEED The B. J. Clark Community Center is a place for those over 60 years of age to gather and socialize with others near their age. According to various health reports, socializing is the most important activity in maintaining good mental health. The Azle Senior Center is open 9 a.m.-2 p.m Monday through Friday. There are many activities to become involved in and surely there is one that will interest you. Some activities are dominoes, chicken foot, bridge, puzzles, exercise, computers, and reading. During November the Azle Senior Center had a “no shave” month with the cost of shaving supplies not used being donated to the American Cancer Society. The winner of the “no shave” was Tom Horn, with a nice growth of beard. Congratulations to Tom for going a month without shaving and

giving to the cancer fund. Thursday, Dec. 3 will be Throw Back Day when those who want to share a memory will delight the others with their memories of a special time or event. The Hope & Johnny Band played for the group gathered for lunch Wednesday, Nov. 25. They asked Director Kip Young to sing with them and she sang two songs. On Dec. 8 a group will be going to the ice sculpture in Grapevine and will stop for lunch afterward. For those not going on the field trip there will be bingo provided by Lake Lodge. Wednesday, Dec. 9 will be our monthly birthday and anniversary celebration. On Dec. 10 there will be Diabetes Talk with Billy, and Dec. 11 will be Funny Friday. Call 817-444-0070 to make a lunch reservation and join in the many activities.

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...and take some time to enjoy life’s pleasures at Eagle Crest Villa Retirement and Assisted Living Community. After all, you’ve worked hard for years, and it’s nice to know there’s a place where you can have freedom and independence in a safe and secure environment. From the park-like setting to the luxurious apartments and elegant dining room, this special community is a spot you’ll be proud to call home... without all the responsibilities. Come see for yourself. Stop by, meet the staff, and find out why the residents of Eagle Crest take time to smell the roses. • Linen and maid service • Attendants available 24-hours • Transportation to local doctors, pharmacies, and shopping centers • Activities and social events • Full-service barber and beauty salon • Exercise room • Game areas • TV room • Meals prepared three times a day, plus snacks

Texas Commission on Environmental Quality NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR SMALL MUNICIPAL SEPARATE STORM SEWER SYSTEM (MS4) General Permit Authorization No. TXR040604 APPLICATION. City of Pelican Bay, 1300 Pelican Circle, Azle, Texas 76020, has applied to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) under the Texas Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (TPDES) General Permit No. TXR040000 for a new authorization number TXR040604 to discharge from the City of Pelican Bay municipal separate storm sewer system (MS4). The new authorization would replace expired authorization number TXR040238. The notice of intent (NOI) and stormwater management program were received by the TCEQ on September 28, 2015. The MS4 is located the Dallas-Fort Worth urbanized area in Tarrant County, Texas. The MS4 will discharge to the drainage area of the Trinity River Basin. A copy of the NOI, stormwater management program, general permit, and general permit fact sheet is available for viewing and copying at City of Pelican Bay City Hall, 1300 Pelican Circle, Azle, Texas 76020. The Executive Director of the TCEQ has made a preliminary decision to approve authorization of this MS4 under TPDES General Permit No. TXR040000. PUBLIC COMMENT. Written public comments may be submitted to the Office of Chief Clerk, at the address provided in the information section below, within 30 days of the date of newspaper publication of this notice. In addition, the public may request a public meeting. If significant interest exists, the Executive Director will direct the applicant to publish a notice of the public meeting and hold the public meeting. The applicant must publish notice of a public meeting at least 30 days prior to the meeting in a newspaper of general circulation in the county where the MS4 is located. If the MS4 is located in more than one county, the applicant must publish notice in a newspaper of general circulation in the county containing the largest residential population. The Executive Director will consider all relevant information pertaining to whether the applicant meets the requirements of the general permit and will issue a written determination as to any final action on the NOI for authorization under the general permit. INFORMATION. Written public comments should be submitted to the Office of the Chief Clerk, MC 105, TCEQ, P.O.Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087 or electronically at www.tceq.texas.gov/about/comments.html. For additional information, about the application for authorization under TPDES General Permit No. TXR040000 or the procedure for public participation in the general permit process, individual members of the general public may contact the TCEQ Public Education Program at 1-800-687-4040. Si desea información en Español, puede Ilamar al 1-800-687-4040, General information regarding the TCEQ can be found at our web site at www.tceq.texas.gov Issued: November 10, 2015

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NEWS DIGEST Lakeside Taste of Christmas is Dec. 5 A Taste of Christmas is slated for Saturday, Dec. 5 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m at First Baptist Church Lakeside, FM 1886 and State Hwy. 199. Recipes will be provided at the event at. Call 817-237-8113 for more information.

Toy donations sought through Dec. 14 All four area White’s Funeral Homes – in Azle at 105 Denver Trail, Springtown, Weatherford, and Mineral Wells – are conducting a toy drive through Dec. 14. Toys are accepted Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. All toys – for boys or girls ages 6 months to 15 years – will be donated to the Pythian Children’s Home and local angel trees. Call 817-596-4811 for details.

Reno Toys for Tots deadline looms Dec. 15 Reno is accepting gifts for its annual Toys for Tots programs. Applications to receive gifts can be picked up at City Hall, 195 West Reno Road. The deadline for applications is Dec. 15. Call 817-221-2500 for more information.

Dino picture is kid friendly Summing up The Good Dinosaur is not a top tier Pixar movie; it’s middlin’ and that’s better than most animated movies. That’s two solid Pixar efforts in 2015 – nice.

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ened by other critters – a huge snake is especially aggressive – and inclement weather. (Apparently dinosaurs evolving instead of humans made no difference when it comes to climate change.) It will scare very Next up little ones. Creed.

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ing, to 404 Main Street where a variety of indoor festivities is planned. Visitors can enjoy a cake walk at 107 Main or stop by the game truck in front of The Azle News at 321 Main. Boy Scout Troop 243 will be selling mistletoe, popcorn, and hot chocolate at Ain’t That Something at 133 Main. Find tamales in front of Neat Cuts at 104 Church Street. Look for Toys For Tots collection boxes all along Main Street – and you can hitch a ride on golf carts to get around. There’s a silent auction in front of the museum where, at 5:30, the city’s official tree will be lit followed by the annual parade. From 2-5 at 404 Main, a plethora of events await, including pictures with Santa, free ornaments, cookie decorating, snow globe photos, “living Christmas cards,” and a 7-second video that can be made into a book. Also indoors at 404 Main: the yearly bicycle giveaway that thrills so many youngsters. Singers and dancers will perform throughout the day at FiMembers of the Azle Optimist Club – (l-r) Edwin Newton, Nate Simmons, Paul Crab- delity National Title, 224 West tree, Brian Rogers, Jack Scott, and David Klements – erected this year’s city Christ- Main. Azle PD will be patrolling mas tree at the museum at 124 West Main Street; the tree will be lit at dusk Saturday, the event. Dec. 4 as part of the Christmas on Main Street celebration.

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Obituaries Karen Lee Caddell 1966-2015

Willis “Will” F. Fagan 1933-2015

commissioned as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Air Force. After training he flew B-25s, B-47s and, his favorite, the B-58 supersonic bomber. Will served his country in Vietnam flying the F-4. Upon returning from Vietnam, Will commanded a munitions maintenance squadron at Carswell AFB, commanded the Munitions Training Group at Lowry AFB in Denver, Colorado, and served his final three years on the general’s staff for Eighth Air Force at Carswell. Will retired in 1985 after 30 years in the Air Force. He and his wife, Sharon, treasured the many friends they made during his long and rewarding career. Willis will be forever remembered by his family and friends. Will was predeceased by his parents, Ellis and Helen Fagan of Idabel, Oklahoma; and his son, Dean Cochran of Idabel, Oklahoma. Survivors include his wife of 42 years, Sharon; his daughters, Mary Helen Fagan, Stacy Ringer and husband, Guy, Laura Johnson and Tony Johnson, and Beth Fagan; grandchildren, Noah Ringer, Britton Douglas and wife, Sarah, and Graham Douglas; and his brother, Fred Fagan.

Savior on Nov. 23, 2015. She was born Sept. 14, 1966 to her parents, Daniel Caddell and Jenny Pack. Karen was a very proud parent and grandparent. She loved to minister about our Lord, especially to “the least of these” that were incarcerated and needed to hear the message of God’s love and grace. She will be missed. Survivors include her daughter, Brittany Brandon; her son, Michael Caddell; her mother, Jenny Pack and grandsons, Bentley Willard, Cannon Brandon and Tristan Caddell. Karen Lee Caddell was called to be with our Lord and

The Azle News, Retired U.S. Air Force Col. Dec. 2, 2015 Edition Willis “Will” F. Fagan flew his final mission and “slipped the surly bonds of Earth” on Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2015. Celebration of life was held at 1 p.m. Friday at White’s Funeral Home in Azle. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the Leuke24, 1941 in Mulvane, Kan- mia & Lymphoma Society, lls. sas the daughter of Luther org, in Will’s memory. and Ruby (Lovelady) Simon. Will was born in Haworth, Annabelle graduated from Oklahoma, to the late Ellis Mulvane High School and and Helen Fagan on June 19, graduated from Kansas State 1933. After living in many loUniversity with a bachelor’s cations in McCurtain County, degree in social work. She Oklahoma, Will graduated worked for the Social and Re- from Idabel High School in habilitation Services in Salina 1951. He graduated from for 27 years retiring in 2004. Oklahoma A&M College On March 24, 1967 she mar- (Oklahoma State University) ried Lester Young in Winfield, in 1955. Kansas. Annabelle was a memUpon graduation, Will was ber of the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Abilene Doll Club. Annabelle loved collecting dolls. She had collected over 800 dolls. She was preceded in death by her parents. Survivors include her loving husband, Lester of the home; her daughter, Shellie Williams of Belleville; son, Michael 1-800-593-2747 Cole of Belleville; brother, www.galbreaithpickard.com Dwayne Simon of Azle; seven James R. Plowman grandchildren and nine greatNorma Plowman grandchildren.

Annabelle Young 1941-2015

Annabelle Young passed away Monday, Nov. 23, 2015 at the Memorial Hospital in Abilene.The family has selected cremation and there will be no services. Memorial contributions may be made to Village Manor and may be sent in care of the Martin-Becker-Carlson Funeral Home, 414 NW 3rd, Abilene, Kansas 67410. Annabelle was born March

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James A. Cozad, 73 of Sanctuary passed away on Nov. 28, 2015 peacefully while in his home. There will be no services; rather in his honor the family asks that you make a donation to either of the following charitable organization: www.lungcancerresearch-

foundation.org www.castforkids.org/programs/fishing-kids Jim was born Dec. 25, 1941, one of 13 siblings of the late Madeline and Ira Cozad. Jim had a love of cars and planes and started “Dent Tech” a small business working with local auto dealers & customers. In his spare time he and his wife loved to travel, he enjoyed visiting National and State Parks as well as other countries. They visited many often taking family and friends along. One of his most favorite things was fishing and hunting. If all the chores were done Jim would be at the lake or making plans to take his boys on a fishing trip. He loved to share his knowledge and his opinion. Jim was loved by so many friends and family. He was preceded in death by three brothers and sisters. He is survived by his wife Nancy Cozad, three sons; 10 grandchildren; nine brothers and sisters. The Azle News, Dec. 2, 2015 Edition

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Wilma Ilene Stevens 1932-2015

Lea Ann Poindexter 1958-2015

Wilma was born in Adams County, Indiana to Harold and Dottie Runkle. She was a graduate of Geneva High School and later married Billy Joe Stevens. Wilma will be missed. Survivors include her children, Stephen Stevens and Brenda Burch; grandsons, Kelly and Scott Stevens; granddaughters, Ashley Barnes, Jesseca Martin, Deirdre Delaney; 10 greatgrandchildren; two great-greatgrandchildren; brothers, Jim, George, Richard, David and Bob Runkle; sisters, Joan Bolke, Gloria Anderson, and Maxine Farris.

Lea Ann Poindexter, 57, passed away Friday, Oct. 23, The Azle News, 2015. Memorial service will be held Dec. 2, 2015 Edition at 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5, in Biggers Funeral Chapel. Lea Ann was born Jan. 7, 1958, in Kennett, Missouri, to Lawrence and Anna Ruth Holt. She was raised in Kennett and graduated from Kennett High and passed away Nov. 20, 2015. Bobbie was an artistic visionary that was well recognized by her community. Art was her passion along with anything craft related. She worked for Azle ISD in the cafeteria for seven years. She will be missed. Survivors include her daughter, Sherri Keiffer; step-daughter, Sheryl Smith; seven grandchildren; twin brother, Billy Powers; brother, Earl Powers; several nieces and nephews; lifelong friends Donna and Barney McKBobbie was born Feb. 6, 1938 inney and other friends. The Azle News, to her parents Douglas and JonDec. 2, 2015 Edition nie Powers in Hillsboro, Texas

Wilma Stevens of Springtown, was called to our Lord and Savior on Nov. 14, 2015.

Bobbie Deloris Younger 1938 – 2015

Doyle Dee Roseberry 2015

School in 1976. After moving to Fort Worth, she married Johnny Poindexter on Dec. 31, 1985. She worked for many years as a paralegal for the Tarrant County District Attorney’s Office before her retirement. She was preceded in death by her mother, Anna Ruth Holt and brother-in-law, Tommy Poindexter. Survivors include her fourlegged companion and pug, Andi; husband of 29 years, Johnny Poindexter; father, Lawrence Holt; brother, Larry Holt; niece Doyle Dee Roseberry 85, of and nephew, Emily and Jared Azle, passed away on Nov. 29, Holt; mother-in-law, Joy Shep- 2015. pard and husband, Tom; brothFuneral services will be held ers-in-law, Danny Poindexter, at Roberts Family Affordable Ronnie Walcott and Randy Walcott; close friend and neighbor, Linda Ludwig; and countless other friends and loved ones. The Azle News, Dec. 2, 2015 Edition

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Vera Leola Brown Scott, 93, passed away Thursday, Nov. 26, 2015, in Azle. Funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 3, at Baum-

gardner Funeral Home. Visitations are from 4 - 7 p.m. Wednesday at Baumgardner Funeral Home. She was preceded in death by her husband, William Clark Scott. Survivors include daughter, Judy Patino and husband, Robert; sister, Mary Ruth Temple; grandchildren, Amy Karr and husband, Troy, Paula Paschal and husband, Byron, Vicky Scruggs and husband, Chris, Stephen Patino and wife, Joanna, and Martin Patino and wife, Brittany; 17 greatgrandchildren; and 21 greatgreat-grandchildren. The Azle News, Dec. 2, 2015 Edition

Eva Ann Collum, 69, loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, was released to our Heavenly Father on Nov. 29, 2015.

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Susan Marie Anderson Voorhies, 64, a loving mother, sister and grandmother, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Friday, Nov. 6, 2015 in Weatherford.

A memorial service was held Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2015 at Alexander’s Midway Funeral Home. Susan was born Nov. 3, 1951 in Lowell, Massachusetts to Alden and Catherine McGarth Anderson. They both preceded her in death. Susan was an eight year pancreatic cancer survivor. Survivors include children, Donnie (Sandy) Voorhies and Michelle Voorhies; siblings, Sandra Bell, Andy (Rachel) Anderson, Cathleen Hamel, William (Abbe) Anderson and John Anderson; and one grandson, Micheal Voorhies. The Azle News, Dec. 2, 2015 Edition

Her love and beautiful smile will reign forever in our hearts. Proceeded in death by her granddaughter, Kayla Plumley; brother, Lawerence Autrey, mother, Eva Marie Harrell; father, James Autrey. Survivors include husband, John T. Collum Jr.; daughter, Stacy Collum; son, Brian and wife Marie Plumley; daughter, Jamie Plumley Gilbert; son, John Thomas Collum III and wife Melissa, her step-son, Tommy Lee Collum; stepdaughter, Margaret Harper; brother, Starlin Autrey; sister, Linda Harris; 16 grand-children and 10 great-grandchildren. The Azle News, Dec. 2, 2015 Edition

Everett “E. J.” Gray

Susan Marie Voorhies Everett “E. J.” Gray, 70, loving husband, father, grandfather and friend passed away Thursday, Nov. 19, 2015. Funeral service was held at 2 p.m. Wednesday in White’s Azle Chapel. Interment was held at Ash Creek Cemetery. Visitation was from 6 - 8 p.m. Tuesday at White’s Azle Funeral Home. Everett was born Feb. 15, 1945 in Crowell to Merell Ev-

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Lake thefts rise to felony level on Eagle Mountain ■ LAKE, FROM PAGE ONE.

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gating a rash of thefts from Outboard motor thefts boats. Ironically, while Foster was “Our main objective is the investigating the marine thefts, protection of the reservoir (Ea- he was contacted by a man gle Mountain Lake, in Azle’s who believed his motor had case) as well as the people been stolen. in and around it,” said David The man told Foster he got a Geary, reservoir manager and call from another man asking chief of TRWD LED. for information about the moThat objective is carried out tor, which he had been shown through water safety inspec- at a storage facility near the tions, preventative patrol, water lake after answering an ad on quality control, enforcement of Craigslist. ordinances (failed septic sysBut the victim – who had retems are a particular favorite of cently moved out of state with some lake dwellers), asset and plans to return for the rest of environmental his belongings protection, and – said his momore. tor wasn’t for For instance, sale. Geary and Texas Parks TRWD Offiand Wildlife cer M. Foster officers took were a few the primary minutes late position in the for an interensuing invesview for this tigation with David Geary story – they’d assistance TRWD LED Chief come directly from TRWD from rescuing LED. a hiker who had fallen down To date, 16 additional outa steep embankment at Eagle board motors have been recovMountain Park and needed ered as a result of that investimedical attention. gation. TRWD LED officers also pa“The owner of the storage trol the watershed around Eagle facility where the motors were Mountain Lake as part of their stored was very cooperative, normal course of business, of- as were the people at Sunten providing valuable backup tex Marinas, who own Eagle for Tarrant, Parker and Wise Mountain, Harbor One, and County Sheriff’s deputies, as Lake Country Marinas,” Foswell as police departments in ter said. “Something many Azle, Lake Worth, Saginaw and people don’t realize is that orother agencies located around ganized marine theft is more the lake. common in winter months, when boating activities are at Marine theft case a minimum.” Currently, Foster and other Geary said the individual LED officers are investigat- thefts have been relatively ing a large marine theft case small, but as the investigation involving multiple pilfering continued, the incidents have of items left in boats around been grouped into one case Eagle Mountain Lake and encompassing many stolen are asking for the public’s items. help. “It started off small, but it’s The thefts are believed to added up, and it’s now a felony have started near the end of case,” Geary said. July, and were initially discovered by a TRWD officer who Keep your boat safe noticed damage to a boat as he Geary offered the following was walking on a dock at Har- tips from www.boatus.com as bor One Marina. a guideline for keeping your Officers have already re- boat and property safe. covered more than 80 items • Begin by looking at your – coolers, fishing equipment, boat through the eyes of a at least one TV and a tablet thief: How hard would it be computer – from pawn shops to steal the boat? How long across the Metroplex related to would it take? this case. • What would you have to do There is a small window of to break in? Is there equipment time in the legal process dur- that isn’t protected? ing which those items may be • Most boats are stolen while returned to their owners, but on their trailer; don’t make it only if the items are reported easy for a thief to hook it up as stolen and identified by the and take off. If possible, park owner. the trailer away from the road. TRWD police encourage If you must leave your boat in all boat owners in the area to the driveway, don’t leave the immediately check their boats hitch facing the street. Chain and take inventory. your trailer to a tree or a sturdy Report any missing items by post. Or, remove one or more calling TRWD's dispatch at the tires and store them inside Azle Police Department at 817- along with the lug nuts. Not 444-3221. A TRWD officer will only does this make it imposrespond to take a theft report. sible to pull the trailer; it proIf you have friends or neigh- longs tire life and reduces the bors who are out of town, chances of a flat. make arrangements to check • Consider removing the litheir boats and report missing cense plate and lights as well;

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cabin doors or hatch boards with locks that are harder to defeat. Stainless steel hasps or bars can be fitted that are much harder to break into than what manufacturers typically offer. • Make sure there is good lighting where you keep your boat. Would a burglar feel threatened? • If you have curtains, keep them drawn to keep prying eyes off of valuables. If you can’t, be sure to store alcoholic beverages and valuables where they won’t be seen. • Don’t leave your keys in a cockpit locker. This is a common practice and thieves know it. Hide keys below or, better yet, take them home.

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hile laboring at a journalism conference at TCU to make this paper better, a seminar began with a description of the average American. The typical red, white, and blue flag-wavin’ person in the U.S. today is 5 feet, 6.5 inches tall and weighs 175 pounds. The average American (TAA) is very good at eating. TAA consumes 48 pints of ice cream annually. Every year, TAA eats 105.3 pounds of red meat and 105.6 pounds of poultry.

The average TAA eats two snacks daily. weight is 175 One out of every eight had a pizza pounds. That’s today. true for me – if TAA uses the restroom six times evit was 1979. ery day. TAA conTAA sees 400 ad messages daily sumes 48 pints and watches four hours of TV. of ice cream TAA “hangs out” with a mobile deannually. Or vice two hours daily while looking at as I call it, July something printed 20 minutes a day. 18-20. TAA checks a mobile device 80 The average times every 24 hours. ON YOUR amount of red As I examined these one by one, I MARK meat eaten is was quickly convinced that I wasn’t pounds. an AA – not even close. Mark K. Campbell 105.3 I eat that much The average height is 5-6.5. I’m 6-0 in hamburg(I keep telling people) – actually I’m ers every year. Not counting whatever 5-11.5 and shrinking.

kind of red “meat” is in hot dogs and baloney. TAA eats 105.6 pounds of poultry. I eat a lot of chicken, at least four times this much at Chick-Fil-A alone. TAA eats two snacks daily. I define “snack” as a dozen donuts – 15 if they’re hot. One out of eight eats pizza. I don’t eat a ton of pizza, but when I do, I recall a friend who said it was possible to eat a lot of the triangular treat if you consume it in such a manner that it stacks geometrically in your gut. Think stomach Tetris. TAA uses the bathroom six times daily. If I’ve had my usual dose of 6 diet Cokes – and/or 6 hot dogs – that

restroom number is way higher. TAA sees 400 ad messages daily. And that’s just unwanted ones on Facebook. TAA watches four hours of TV. That’s actually about right; some Simpsons episodes I’ve seen 80 times. TAA hangs out with a mobile device two hours daily. That’s way low; I check my phone frequently “for work” – which is what I tell myself about Conan O’Brien’s Twitter feed. TAA checks a mobile device 80 times daily. Yes. There could be a new grandchild photo on there. Mark K. Campbell is the News editor and is currently playing Word Brain app several hours daily. For work.

No more “Happy Thanksgiving”

LETTER TO THE EDITOR Our president is involved in yet another scandal Dear Editor: How much longer can our country suffer the putrescent of another scandal by President Obama, and his administration as now reported by numerous TV, radio, and print media regarding military intelligence of Muslim extremist (ISIS)? As more whistle blowers and documents come to light, it has become increasingly clear that President Obama intentionally misled and lied to the American people about the true strength and capability of this new

sub-human enemy called ISIS in order to give Mr. Obama a more auspicious commander-in-chief presence. A formal investigation is underway, and, if founded to be true, this is an impeachable offense as Mr. Obama deliberately emboldened America's enemies with his shenanigans and devious conduct. I really don't think Mr. Obama knows what country he is fighting for. Worse yet, 54 percent of American voters seemingly approve of this nonsense and are on board to hand this country over to a caliphate! America, all is not lost; you're still getting your FREE STUFF, aren't you? And there are seven additional states to now take a vacation to as Mr. Obama proudly proclaimed in 2007,

and I'll quote him verbatim: “I've been to all 57 states now.” Must be true – he's the smartest man to occupy the White House as Democrats shout out. Joseph L. Bryan Fort Worth

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he Cowboys lost an- ings that people were thankful for. I other game and Tony appreciated the reminders that some Romo came up lame. people were not surrounded by famDon’t worry; be happy! ily and friends and abundance of food, Somebody warmth, and shelter…and fed us Brusthat we should pray for sels sprouts and gave us them and encourage them Thanksgiving dinner pouts. as we can. Don’t worry; be happy! The Here’s where my mind neighbors partied way too made the shift: I noticed loud. We didn’t have much all the things people have of a crowd. Don’t worry; to be thankful FOR and be happy! We couldn’t pay very little about Who we for plane fare home and are thankful TO. (Perhaps had to spend the day alone. implied, but not stated). Don’t worry; be happy! “Happy Thanksgiving” Wooooooo….Don’t worry; is ultimately about us. As happy Thanksgiving! long as we are happy, we It may seem strange to LIFE MATTERS have Thanksgiving sucyou that I shared my thank- Gerry Lewis cess. “Happy Holidays” ful list last week (while and “Merry Christmas” are announcing that Thanksgiving is also about us. If expressing sentiment my favorite holiday) and this week I and experiencing a sense of happiness am making an announcement that I is enough for you, that’s OK with me. don’t want to wish anyone a “Happy “Happy and/or Merry” every day to Thanksgiving” ever again. you! And I mean that with all seriousYep! He’s finally gone off his rock- ness. I really hope you’re really happy. er! We always thought he was a little It’s just not enough for me. off. It has now officially been conI don’t want to be satisfied with a firmed. No more “Happy Thanksgiv- happy day or even a happy life. I want ing”? What in the world happened? to be overwhelmed by gratitude to Nothing happened that made me God. I want my gratitude to be drivchange my mind. Thanksgiving is still en – not by happiness or joy about my favorite. And this year’s was the circumstances – by connection to the best ever! (I made up some of that Source of every breath I take. stuff in the first paragraph. I just need“Give thanks in all circumstances; ed some rhymes and sadness to make for this is God’s will for you in Christ my point). Jesus.” (1 Thessalonians 5:18). The But something did happen to affect verse doesn’t say just to BE thankful. the way I think about “Happy Thanks- It says to GIVE thanks. Actively. Degiving.” I looked at Facebook. I know liberately. Intentionally. some of you are thinking that I just I’m not boycotting the words “Hapconfirmed what you already believed py Thanksgiving.” I’m just calling about that evil social media thing, but myself to something more. I actually loved seeing all the photos of It’s not about me. food and families and seeing the hunAzle resident Dr. Gerry Lewis is director of dreds of “Happy Thanksgiving” wishes missions for the Harvest Baptist Association, that almost everyone was posting. which is headquartered in Decatur. He writes a blog at www.drgerrylewis.com. I enjoyed seeing the specific bless-

Moses Austin descendant opens Galveston history museum

ecause of my attendance for many years at the conventions of the Texas State Historical Assn., I have met J.P. Bryan, Jr., descended from Moses Austin, the man who came to Texas in 1820 wanting to establish an Anglo colony in Texas. Of course, it was his son, Stephen F. Austin, who brought in the first Anglo settlers, making the latter the Father of Texas. The Father of Texas died of pneumonia the year of Texas Independence (1836) before he could marry and have children. J. P. Bryan, Jr. is descended from Stephen's sister Emily. The column this week is about Bryan, a great-great-grandson of Emily, but a great-great nephew of Stephen F. Austin. I can't remember exactly when, but early in my four decades of TSHA membership and conventions someone pointed Bryan out to me, mentioning his significant ancestors. I was teaching Texas History at the time, so of course I was duly impressed. What occasions my column on Bry-

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an this week is an article that appeared in the Fort Worth Star-Telegram in mid-summer about a museum he and his wife opened in Galveston. It is called the Bryan Museum, and houses 70,000 artifacts on the old West that he and his wife Mary Jon Bryan have collected over many years. These include rare documents, weapons, saddles, spurs, uniforms, fine art, religious art and books. Bryan housed the artifacts at his place of business, the Houston offices of Torch Energy Advisors, a firm he founded in 1981. In fact, the Texas State Historical Assn. held its annual convention in Houston in 2012, and Bryan held a reception at his business. I was able to view a great deal of his collection, which covered an entire floor. Many call his collection “the largest and most significant of its kind.” It traces the story of the American West and its peoples over the last 2,500 years. Bryan is very aware of his unique ancestry, and this apparently inspired his love for history, especially of Texas and the West. He served as

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do that!” The Bryan Museum, which opened July 1, 2015, is in the former Galveston Orphan’s Home, built in 1895, making the 30,000 square-foot museum an antique to be preserved as well. The orphanage occupied the building until 1984 and had been vacant for ten years when Bryan purchased it in October 2013 for less than a million dollars. He spent $2 million on improvements to turn it into his museum and bought adjacent property for a parking lot. It is a non-profit museum and has 22 employees. Money to operate it will depend on memberships and daily admission fees. Bryan also plans to let people rent it for weddings and other events and is building a 300-seat glass conservatory. He wants to establish an endowment for the museum. Bryan has written introductions to two books, one on Texas artist Julian Onderdonk, and another on the history of the Texas State Historical Assn. He was elected a Fellow of the Association in 2012. He has raised more money over the years for TSHA than

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anyone else through its history. In addition, he and his wife give a $5,000 award each year to an outstanding teacher of Texas history. At the 2014 convention in San Antonio a former student of mine at Tarrant County College, Patricia Ritchie, a middle school teacher, won the award. Actually, there was a tie with another teacher. Rather than split the money between them, Bryan and his wife chose to award each of the two winners $5,000. Of course, I was extremely proud of my former student and knew by her enthusiasm when in my class that she always would do well. J. P. Bryan, Jr., the descendant of the Austin founders of Texas, preserves the state's history in many ways: fundraising for the TSHA, his award to teachers and now with his museum. If any of the readers of this column plan to be in Galveston someday, be sure to look up the Bryan Museum! Retired history professor J’Nell Pate of Azle has authored several books, many of which are on sale in the lobby of the Azle News.

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Wednesday, December 2, 2015 Azle News

Disaster-stricken counties to receive federal aid: 15

resident Barack Obama on Nov. 25 ordered federal disaster aid to supplement Texas state and local recovery efforts in the area affected by severe storms, tornadoes, straight-line winds and flooding during the period of Oct. 22-31. President Obama’s action makes federal funding available to affected individuals in the counties of Bastrop, Brazoria, Caldwell, Comal, Galveston, Guadalupe, Hardin, Harris, Hays, Hidalgo, Liberty, Navarro, Travis, Willacy and Wilson. Assistance can include grants for temporary housing and home repairs, low-cost loans to cover uninsured property losses, and other programs to help individuals and business owners recover from the effects of the disaster. Federal funding is also available on a cost-sharing basis for hazard mitigation measures statewide, according to the White House. The disaster declaration came in response to a Nov. 20 request by Gov. Greg Abbott. “I want to thank the

President and FEMA for their swift response to Texas’ request for a federal disaster declaration,” Abbott said on Nov. 25. “Texas looks forward to working with its FEMA partners to ensure those in need receive the assistance necessary to start rebuilding their lives.” Governor travels to Havana Gov. Abbott on Nov. 24 announced his plan to lead a delegation to Havana, Cuba to participate in meetings and events focusing on travel, trade and exports from Nov. 30 through Dec. 2. Abbott said he would meet with Cuba’s Ministry of Foreign Trade and Investment, Port of Mariel, the Cuban Export-Import Corporation, Cuba Chamber of Commerce, Alimport (Cuba’s food import-export company), and various economic institutions. This is the governor’s second international business development trip since taking office. The first was a trip to Mexico City in September. “With a new era of eased trade and travel restrictions between the U.S. and Cuba, and as the 12th largest

economy in the world, Texas has an opportunity to capitalize and expand its economic footprint at home and abroad. “Opening the door to business with Texas will expand free enSTATE terprise and the freedom that CAPITAL flows from it. HIGHLIGHTS look forward toI Ed Sterling expanding business opportunities for both Texas and Cuba,” Abbott said. Planned Parenthood files suit Planned Parenthood affiliates in Texas and 10 patient co-plaintiffs on Nov. 23 filed suit against the state of Texas, saying the action was brought “in order to protect care for more than 13,000 patients whose access to HIV screening, cancer screenings, birth control, and other preventive care at

Planned Parenthood is at risk.” The Office of the Governor on Oct. 19 announced that federal Medicaid funding for Planned Parenthood and its Texas affiliates would be terminated, in coordination with a letter issued by the Office of Inspector General at Texas Health and Human Services Commission to Planned Parenthood. Highway fund gets infusion Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar on Nov. 24 announced the transfer of $2.27 billion into the State Highway Fund and the Economic Stabilization Fund commonly known as the Rainy Day Fund. Each fund received more than $1.13 billion, or 50 percent of the total transfer. According to the announcement, the transfer amounts are based on whether oil production and natural gas production tax revenues exceed 1987 collections. If either tax is greater than the 1987 threshold, an amount equal to 75 percent of the excess is transferred. In November 2014, Texas voters approved an amendment to the state constitution allocating at least one-half of these severance taxes to the rainy day

fund and the remainder to the State Highway Fund for use on non-toll highway construction, maintenance and right-of-way acquisition. Texas job growth continues Texas Workforce Commission on Nov. 23 announced that Texas employers added 20,000 seasonally adjusted non-farm jobs in October, marking the eighth month of 2015 with jobs added. The state’s job increases have yielded a 1.7 percent annual growth rate continuing its string of positive annual growth for 66 consecutive months. “Texas employers continue to contribute to the Texas economy by adding jobs, including 203,900 over the past year,” said TWC Chairman Andres Alcantar. Texas’ seasonally adjusted unemployment rate increased to 4.4 percent in October, up from 4.2 percent in September, and remained below the national average of 5.0 percent. Veteran state reporter and legislative analyst Ed Sterling is member services director for the Texas Press Association, whose 518 member newspapers have combined circulation of 3.7 million.

LETTER Abbott correct on keeping refugees out of Texas I recently read from other periodicals negative words concerning Gov. Greg Abbott not wanting to “open the door to Texas” to Syrian refugees. Frankly, I am pleased he is taking a strong stand on the issue. He is only trying to protect us, knowing that a terrorist – or more – could very well be among the group. God bless you, Governor! Jean Stivers Azle

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All-District list heavy with football Hornets Ramos earns unique honor

BY MARK K. CAMPBELL Hornets with two interceptions. Another exceptional Hornet Azle’s most talented player landed the Hornets’ highest recognized by 5-5A coaches was kicker postseason Alex Quevedo. honor when He was a 2015 football First Team pick Utility Player of the Year kudos were as a punter and passed out. Trey Ramos place kicker, a Trey Ramos First Team rare double. – who ended Aric Brazell, TE Most of his AHS caAlex Quevedo, K, P Azle’s other reer with a First Team seSeth Bell, LB 4-TD, first half lections were performance Seth Ortega, LB defensive: lineagainst Rider Sean Townsend, S backers Seth last month in Second Team Bell and Seth the regular seaChase Smith, RB Ortega, and son finale – was Kade Griffin, C safety Sean picked as the Townsend. District 5-5A Chase Slake, OT Aric BraUtility Player Jac Clay, DE zell was a First of the Year. TJ Buenrostro, CB Team pick as a Azle coach Thomas Widder, LB tight end. Devon Dorris Honorable Mention Bell was the said the award Hornets’ top Nick Davis, QB is considered to tackler with be a First Team Jon Mark Castillo, G 115 total and selection both Andrew Lutz, DT 76 solo – both offensively and Zach Petter, LB team highs. defensively. Gabe Davidson, DE Ortega had Aside from 42 solo tackles his heroics on among his 74 the offensive side of the ball, Ramos was the total. His 15 tackles for loss led AHS. Hornets defensive leader. Townsend’s 60 solo tackles He carded 65 solo tackles, had 47 assists, and tallied 112 was third highest behind Bell and Ramos. total tackles. Six more Hornets were SecRamos was the only Hornet ond Team and five others landin double digits in the “Stinger Big Hit” category with a whop- ed on the Honorable Mention roster. ping 22. Azle finished 3-4, fifth in Trey Ramos runs against Wichita Falls Rider where he scored four first half touchdowns in what would be his He caused a team high four final game as a Hornet. The senior was Azle’s top defensive player, too. Photo by Mark K. Campbell fumbles and was one of three District 5-5A in 2015.

5-5A All-District

Basketball Hornets fall to Owls, Jackets BY MARK K. CAMPBELL Slow starts in the first games of the season have stymied the Hornet basketball team early. Azle (0-3) struggled to score in the opening minutes against Joshua and Cleburne. The holes were too great to overcome, and AHS lost them both. At home against Joshua Nov. 20 in the new Azle gym, the Hornets could not find the basket the entire first period, trailing 9-0. When a free throw finally fell, the Hornets began gearing up and poured in 18 points to make a game of it before eventually falling 46-39 to the Owls. Jason Crane was Azle’s top scorer with 18 points. Bowen Moyer added 12 points and blocked 4 balls while Dylan Flynn netted 7 points. Max Miller paced rebounders with 5. On Nov. 23, the Hornets ventured to Cleburne to play another Johnson County foe.

Once again, AHS struggled to score early and fell behind 10-0 in the first four minutes. The Yellow Jackets got the victory, 58-40. Shooting just 26 percent doomed Azle as did a poor 1-for-12 3-point effort. Noah Laduca hit for a teamhigh 9 points and paced the Hornets with 10 rebounds, 7 defensively. Right behind was Moyer with 8 points. Cole Maxfield blocked 2 Jacket efforts. Josh Golliday and Moyer stole 2 balls apiece. 9th – The freshman Hornets (2-1) lost for the first time this season, 50-49 to Cleburne; AHS trailed at halftime 25-11. Bradley Crawford’s 14 points was tops. Christian Morales and Seth Winn scored 9 each, and Payton Vaughn added 8 points. Pacing the young Hornet defense were Jericho Ware and Winn, coaches said.

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Girls search for another victory The Lady Hornet varsity basketball team continues to look for another 2015-16 victory. Azle (1-5) tumbled to Richland 54-37 Nov. 24. Still without injured spark plug Kaycie Dunkerley, two other key players did not face the Lady Rebels – high scoring Payton Berger and Kylee Browne. Bailey Natusch’s 9 points was tops for AHS. Breeona Cannon and Cassidy Bowen added 6 apiece. Rachel Wood paced rebounders with 8. The Lady Hornets out-scored the hosts 28-25 in the second half. The JV, with 13 points from Autumn Johnson, beat Richland 48-23. Savannah Johnson added 8 points and Morgan Ashmore scored 7. The Azle frosh lost 21-14 to Richland; the game was a 1-point affair into the fourth quarter. Kenleigh Browne led AHS scorers with 6 points.

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A trio of Azle High tennis players received 5-5A Honorable Mention nods, including Mikayla Davis (left) who was lauded for singles play and her court time with doubles teammate Macie Strickland (right). Hunter Beck landed on the boys singles elite roster.

Basketball Forte’s girls faced Azle JH. The 8th A won 30-15 behind 12 points from Sadie McCambridge, 10 from Allie Wood, and 8 by Kilian McDonald-Boyer. The 8th B beat AJH 20-7. “We fought hard for four quarters,” coaches recalled. The 7th A fell to Azle 37-20. “They fought all game long and Hornet Cole Maxfield (3) and a visiting Joshua Owl get physical under the basket never gave up,” coaches said. during Azle’s Nov. 20 home game. Photo by Mark K. Campbell

Wednesday, December 3, 2015

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Azle wipes out rivals on mats BY MARK K. CAMPBELL The Azle wrestling team dominated Northwest Eaton and Fort Worth Wyatt in AHS’ first-ever matches in the new high school gym. The Azle boys crushed Eaton 64-3 and Wyatt 62-12. Afterward, both AHS squads assembled outside and released balloons in memory of former Hornet Dammion Heard. About the matches, Coach Chris Allen said, “Everything went good; it was nice to wrestle in the new gym.” The girls overwhelmed Eaton 26-4; Wyatt did not have enough for team competition, but both Azle girls won against their Fort Worth counterparts. Earlier, Azle competed in Coppell in a packed tourney.

The boys finished 4-1 with victories over Dallas Skyline, Northwest, Coppell, and Frisco Heritage. Only 2015 state champions – Frisco Centennial – stopped Azle and then by just four points. “It was a good effort by our kids; we had some big wins by sophomore Shawn Joseph and senior Hayden Buchanan,” Allen said. For the Lady Hornets, Lauren Dale went undefeated. Allen said sophomore Alexis Hanna shone on the mats. The girls went 3-2 with wins over Heritage, Skyline, and Centennial and losses to Cop- Lady Hornet Hali Davis (top) is about to be declared the winner by the official as she keeps a Northwest Eaton wrestler down on the AHS mats. Photo by Mark K. Campbell pell and Northwest. Next for the squads is a home clash against Haltom and Springtown Dec. 3.

Azle’s Ty Parker (left) gets a leg up on an Eagle when Northwest Eaton visited AHS Nov. 24. At the same gathering, Lady Hornet Trinity Smith (top) wraps up a Lady Eagle. Azle will host Springtown and Haltom Thursday, Dec. 3. Photos by Mark K. Campbell

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Azle News Wednesday, December 2, 2015

The Good Dinosaur is simply just that – good Pixar’s second movie in one year – a rarity – has arrived with The Good Dinosaur. It could hardly be more different looking than the earlier one, Inside Out (Movie Man No. 1144, 7), and that’s a good thing. About the film This has been the year of 7s for the Movie Man, another rare thing. With The Good Dinosaur earning a 7, that’s five 7s in a row: Bridge of Spies; Spectre; The Peanuts Movie; and The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 2. In case you think the Movie Man is getting soft, it’s happened twice before: 2000 – Original Kings of Comedy; Almost Famous; Remember the Titans; Meet the Parents; and The Contender and 2001 – Bandits; From Hell; K-PAX; Monsters, Inc.; and Shallow Hal. What’s more unusual is the remarkable total number of 7s in 2015 including Paddington; Kingsmen: The Secret Service; McFarland, USA; Focus; The Avengers: Age of Ultron; Jurassic World; Ant-Man; Straight Out of Compton; and The Visit. That’s 15, by far the most 7s in one year for the Movie Man – and three reviews remain. Often a 7 has cracked the Top Ten in the Best of Year tallies; this year, some really good movies will be left out. (The Worst of Year is a lock. A 1 is the rarest Movie Man rating [excluding 10, of course, since only Movie Wife is a 10], and Ted 2 has already cemented the crappiest movie of 2015 with it.) In case you’re wondering, consecutive 9s has never occurred, and the longest stretch of 8s is three – at the end of 2003 with The Return of the King and the first two reviews of 2004, Cold Mountain and Big Fish and earlier this year with The Imitation Game, Selma, and American Sniper. Finally, since we’re going number crazy here, the highest tally of consecutive highlyrated movies – five in a row – is

39, almost an 8 average. While there have been plenty of 37s and a couple of 38s, only twice has 39 occurred. The first was in 1999 and was really the best stretch of movies the Movie Man has ever seen; the 39 quintet was Sleepy Hollow (8), Toy Story 2 (9, Best of Year), The World Is Not Enough (7); The Green Mile (9); and Stuart Little (6). (The next two movies were Man on the Moon [7] and Fantasia 2000 [9], capping a remarkable couple of weeks). The second 39 came at the end of 2012 but bears an asterisk; in the middle of the stretch came a holiday essay. Still, the five consecutive movies that tallied 39 were: Skyfall (8); Lincoln (8); Life of Pi (9, Best of Year); Hitchcock (7), and The Hobbit (7). The run was dashed with This Is 40 (4). With the highly reviewed Creed coming next week, another 7 would break that record – but the elite bar of 40 will remain unreached, for now. The plot (spoiler) A meteor just misses Earth so dinosaurs evolve while humans remain dog-like scavengers. Arlo (voiced by Raymond Ochoa) is the weakest of three dino hatchlings of Poppa (Jeffrey Wright) and Momma

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Prehistoric peril Starring (voices): Raymond Ochoa, Jeffrey Wright, Sam Elliott Directed by: Peter Sohn Rated PG for: scary critters email: movieman@azlenews.net

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Movie Man (Frances McDormand). His siblings – Buck (Marcus Scribner) and Libby (Maleah-NipayPadilla) – shine early, but Arlo struggles. When essential corn is discovered being stolen, Poppa charges Arlo with catching the culprit. He does; it’s the wild human Spot (Jack Bright) who scurries around on all fours. But soft-hearted Arlo lets Spot go, forcing the father and son to track him. A flash flood kills Poppa and sweeps Arlo far from home. He begins to try to return, and Spot and Arlo eventually become a friendly team. But the route home is long and hard. Creepy carnivorous pterodactyls attack and terri-

The pterodactyls are quirky and friendly with a whiff of the old Terrytunes cartoons. Then they suddenly turn evil and threaten Arlo and Spot; it’s a flip-flop change of pace that works. That’s followed by another left turn when the fearsome T-Rexes turn out to be good guys. The 3-D is above average, especially in the short, Sanjay’s Super Team. The short before the main feature is daring – it’s a combination of Hinduism and superheroes as well as a comment on religion tradition between young and hold – and it works. However, ultra-conservative Christians will likely be offended, especially in these troubled real-life ethnic and spiritual times.

fying T-Rexes – the leader is Butch, voiced by burly Sam Elliot – tower. Then there’s the relentless prehistoric weather that batters Arlo and the orphan Spot. But the duo matures and handles Best scene Arlo and Spot are hungry. what befalls them. They come upon rotting fruit on the ground and gorge on it – What works (spoiler) Never has a movie’s back- fruit that has fermented. Their grounds been as eye-popping. “trip” is brief but funny. It’s the That makes the goofy way the only adult-oriented segment in characters are rendered even the movie and will surely fly over most kids’ heads. more unique.

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COMMUNITY Wednesday, December 2, 2015

Drying Out The wettest November ever recorded pushed the greatest precipitation year to even higher heights. On Nov. 27, DFW Airport officially recorded 3.45 inches of rain, setting not only a record for that date but making the downfall the greatest single amount ever for any November day. For the month, 9.86 inches fell, substantially besting the usual total of 2.71 inches. For 2015, 58.78 inches has fallen, breaking the old record of 53.54 of 1991. Photos by Mark K. Campbell

Everyone is welcome to the Azle Christmas Celebration The Optimist Club, Azle Area Chamber of Commerce and the Azle News invite you, your friends and family to join us on

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Springtown Legends Museum presents the….

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Tickets may be purchased at the following locations: Springtown Chamber of Commerce & Springtown Legends Museum

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Waters Self-guided Tour includes: Still Rooms dow Mea in, Cabin, Sunrise Cab and Pavilion

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Festivities will begin at noon on Main St. with Vendor booths and Main St. businesses open for Holiday Shopping. Festivities will then continue at 404 W. Main Street from 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. with refreshments and free activities for the kids, including the opportunity to meet Santa Claus and have a picture taken. Our Christmas Parade celebration will begin at 5:30 p.m. by lighting the Christmas tree at Azle Historical Museum followed by the Christmas Parade. Parade staging will be in front of the Azle Elementary “Rock School.” After the Parade, Winners will be announced at The Azle Museum at 124 W. Main Street.

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Wednesday, December 2, 2015

PARKER COUNTY ARRESTS The following individuals who list addresses in the Azle and/or Springtown areas were arrested by various law enforcement agencies and booked into the Parker County Jail during the period Nov. 2228: • Belinda Sara Yvonne Summers, 40, of Azle, was arrested by Parker County Sheriff’s deputies Nov. 20 and charged with possession of a controlled substance in penalty group 1, less than a gram. She remained in the Parker County jail Nov. 30 in lieu of $10,000 bond. • Richard Duane King, 40, of Springtown, was arrested Nov. 21 by Weatherford police and charged with possession of a controlled substance in penalty group 1, less than a gram. He posted $10,000 bond and was released from the Parker County jail Nov. 27. • Mark Randall Jenkins, 56, of Springtown, was arrested by Parker County Sheriff’s deputies Nov. 22 and charged with aggravated assault causing serious bodily injury or deadly conduct, discharging a firearm. He posted $30,000 bond and was released from the Parker County jail Nov. 24. • Aaron Brady Bazzell, 37, of Springtown, was arrested by Weatherford police Nov. 26

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$2,500 bond for each charge for a total of $5,000 and was released from the Parker County This chattering squirrel was not happy that a house cat was moseying around its territory in Azle’s Central Park. Photo by Mark K. Campbell jail the same day.

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BY MARK K. CAMPBELL After the wettest November jacking up the numbers to what has become the wettest year in recorded North Texas weather history, waters are finally receding. The water might be leaving but something else could be staying behind: unwanted pests ranging from ants to snakes to scorpions to rats. Rising water sent the critters scurrying to high ground – sometimes into homes and businesses, and the invaders don’t want to leave their new, dry residences. After all, there’s food and

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This devotional and directory is made possible by these businesses who encourage all of us to attend worship services. GRACE BAPTIST POOLVILLE UNITED METHODBRIAR CHURCH of CHRIST APOSTOLIC

3 miles N. of Springtown on Hwy. 51 across from Radio Tower HERITAGE BAPTIST CHURCH 3577 FM 51 N., Weatherford 817-564-3946 HILLTOP FAMILY CHURCH 1227 Old Cottondale Road, ASSEMBLY OF GOD Springtown, 817-220-7177 FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD LAJUNTA BAPTIST 114 Porter Drive, Azle 5207 E. Hwy. 199, LaJunta 817-237-4903 817-221-3989 FELLOWSHIP OF LAKE WORTH IGLESIA BAUTISTA 4024 Dakota Trail, Lake Worth Nueva Jerusalen 817-237-9433 6640 Midway Rd., Springtown NEW BEGINNINGS CHURCH 817-694-0444 810 Goshen Rd, Springtown INDIAN OAKS PRIMITIVE 817-523-4462 BAPTIST CHURCH OUTREACH OF LOVE 3229 Shawnee Trail, Lake Worth Hwy. 199 W. at FM 2257, Azle 817-237-8441 817-221-2983 / 817-221-5760 LAKE WORTH BAPTIST BAPTIST 4445 Hodgkins, Lake Worth ASH CREEK BAPTIST CHURCH 817-237-4163 300 South Stewart, Azle LIGHTHOUSE BAPTIST 817-444-3219 6409 FM 730 S., Azle AGNES INDEPENDENT BAPTIST 817-444-4311 350 Agnes N., Springtown METROPOLITAN BAPTIST 817-523-7271 6051 Azle Ave., Fort Worth BETHEL MISSIONARY BAPTIST 817-237-2201 408 S. Ash St., Springtown MIDWAY BAPTIST 817-220-4238 4110 E. Hwy. 199, Springtown AZLE AVENUE BAPTIST 817-221-LOVE 2901 Azle Ave., Fort Worth NEW HOPE BAPTIST 817- 626-5556 782 New Hope Rd., Reno area BRIAR FIRST BAPTIST 817-221-2184 West of FM 730 N. at sign, Briar NORTHWEST BAPTIST 817- 444-3484 5500 Boat Club Rd., Lake Worth BROOKSHIRE BAPTIST 817-237-6063 or 817-270-8476 114 Brookshire Ave., Azle SILVER CREEK BAPTIST 817-237-0892 730 S. & Veal Station Rd., Azle CALVARY HEIGHTS BAPTIST 817-444-2325 1 block off Hwy. 199, NEW BEGINNINGS BAPTIST east of David’s Patio, CHURCH Springtown, 817-221-2241 3605 Jacksboro Hwy., Azle CENTRAL BAPTIST 817-707-2741 4290 Old Agnes Road - 817-594PLEASANT GROVE BAPTIST 5918 FM 2048 and CR 4677, Boyd CHRISTWAY BAPTIST 940-433-5477 7673 West Hwy. 199, Agnes PRIMERA IGLESIA BAUTISTA 817-220-9133 or 817-220-3581 301 S. Stewart, Azle CLEAR FORK BAPTIST 817-523-0074 Corner of FM 730 & Ragle Rd., SPRINGTOWN BAPTIST Weatherford, 817-594-1154 TEMPLE COTTONWOOD CREEK 201 J. E. Woody Rd., Springtown BAPTIST 817-523-0376 10905 Jacksboro Hwy., Fort Worth UNION BAPTIST CHURCH 817-238-8269 817- 237-8113 3451 Sarra Lane, Springtown EAGLE MOUNTAIN BAPTIST 817-613-1441 8780 Eagle Mtn. Circle, Azle WALNUT CREEK BAPTIST 817-237-4135 220 W. Reno Rd. in Reno FAITH BAPTIST FELLOWSHIP 817-221-2110 1411 Carter Road, Springtown WEST PARKWAY BAPTIST 817-220-5828 836 NW Parkway, Azle FELLOWSHIP BAPTIST 817-444-3752 CHURCH BIBLE 171 Green Branch Road, Weatherford COMMUNITY BIBLE FELLOW817-454-4582 SHIP 1405 Reynolds Rd., Reno FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF 817-444-7117 AZLE 1017 Boyd Road CROSSING FELLOWSHIP 817-444-4828 1177 Southeast Parkway, Azle FIRST BAPTIST CASTLE HILLS 817-381-5888 · 817-381-5808 401 Beverly Rd., Azle NORTHWEST BIBLE CHURCH 817-237-3891 5025 Jacksboro Hwy., Fort Worth FIRST BAPTIST LAKE WORTH 817-624-2111 700 Charbonneau Tr., SOLID ROCK BIBLE CHURCH west side of Effie Morris Elementary 591 S. Reno Rd., Springtown 817-237-2624 817-221-3444 FIRST BAPTIST LAKESIDE CATHOLIC 8801 Jacksboro Hwy., Lakeside HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC 817-237-8113 800 Highcrest Dr., Azle FIRST BAPTIST BRIAR 817-444-3063 6 miles N. of Azle on FM 730 CHRISTIAN 817-444-3484 FIRST BAPTIST COTTONDALE THE CHURCH AT AZLE 1 block N. of FM 2123, Cottondale 1801 S. Stewart, Azle 817-444-9973 940-433-5539 AZLE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP FIRST BAPTIST PEASTER 35 West Forty Estates., Azle FM 920 in Peaster 817-688-3339 817-596-8805 GREATER VISION FELLOWSHIP FIRST BAPTIST POOLVILLE 1801 S. Stewart St., Azle 1 block W. of FM 920, Poolville 817-825-0485 817-594-3916 FIRST BAPTIST SPRINGTOWN THE ABBEY CHURCH 10400 Jacksboro Hwy., Azle 5th & Main Street, Springtown 817-238-1404 817-523-7011 VICTORY CHRISTIAN CENTER FRIENDSHIP BAPTIST 801 Friendship Rd., 9½ miles S. of 737 Boyd Rd., Azle 817-444-LOVE Springtown off Hwy. 51 S. CHURCH OF CHRIST 817-594-5940 or 817-599-4917 AZLE CHURCH of CHRIST FUNDAMENTAL BAPTIST 5th & Main in Springtown 336 NW Parkway 817-523-5477 817-444-3268 CORNERSTONE APOSTOLIC CHURCH 1801 FM 730 N., Azle 817-400-0612 HARVEST TIME APOSTOLIC 1 Block N. FM 2048 in Keeter 817-433-8220

109 W.N. Woody Rd. (½ block west of FM 730 N. in Briar) 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

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DISCIPLES OF CHRIST AZLE CHRISTIAN 117 Church St., Azle 817-444-3527 CENTRAL CHRISTIAN 1602 S. Main St., Weatherford 817-594-3043 FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH 4th & Main, Paradise

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ST. ANNE’S ANGLICAN EPISCOPAL 6055 Azle Ave., Fort Worth 817-237-1888 PROVIDENCE REFORMED EPISCOPAL 405 Bowie Dr., Weatherford 817-596-7476 ST. ELISABETH EPISCOPAL 5910 Black Oak Lane, River Oaks 817-739-0504

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JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES KINGDOM HALL OF JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES 212 Pearson Lane, Azle 817-221-2242

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BOYD UNITED METHODIST FM 730 North in Boyd 940-433-5334 EAGLE MT. UNITED METHODIST 7955 Reed Rd., Azle 817-444-0226 FIRST UNITED METHODIST 200 Church St., Azle 817-444-3323 LIGHTHOUSE FELLOWSHIP 7200 Robertson Rd., Fort Worth 817-237-2758 SILVER CREEK UNITED METHODIST 2200 Church Rd., Azle 817-444-1382 FIRST UNITED METHODIST Hwy. 51 N & 3rd Street, Springtown 817-523-7874 GARVIN UNITED METHODIST 3 miles West of Boyd on C.R. 4699

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REAL FAMILY FELLOWSHIP 202 Pearson Lane, Azle 817-677-5963 SOULS HARBOR 11701 Jacksboro Hwy., Azle 817-726-2065 WESTERN HARVEST FELLOWSHIP CENTER 6577 Old Springtown Rd., Weatherford 817-523-2855 or 817-995-9087 SHEPHERD’S HEART CHURCH 14435 FM 730 N • Azle 940-577-1954

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817-444-4613

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Ad Classifi cations 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/Patios 16...... Equipment Repair 17............ Carpet Service 18 ......................Catering 19...............Cement Work 20.................Ceramic tile 21................... Child Care 22................... Cosmetics 23...Computers/Services

24................... Electrician 25............... Equipment & Tool Rental 26 ................. Excavating 27............. Exterminating 28 ........ Farm Equipment 29 ...................... Fencing 30 .................... Firewood 31 .............................Free 32 ...................... For Sale 33 .................... Furniture 34.............. Garage Sales 35 ......... Garden/Mowing Service 36........................ Hauling 37...............................Hay 38.............Health/Fitness 39 ............... Help Wanted 40 ...Home Improvement 41 ..........House Leveling 42.......... House Cleaning 43.................. Income Tax 44....... Janitorial Service 45................. Job Wanted

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46........... Looking to Buy 47.............. Lost & Found 48 Maintenance/Repairs 49... Masonry/Stonework 50 Mobile Home Service 51................ Motorcycles 52.........................Movers 53.. Musical Instruments 54........... Music Lessons 55.............Miscellaneous 56..................................... 57........... Pets, Livestock 58..............Piano Service 59................Pool Service 60................Professional Services 61...................... Personal 62.....................Plumbing 63...............Public Notice 64............... Photography 65........................Printing 66........................Roofi ng 67.................... Recycling 68........................Storage

008 Autos, Trucks 2011 Nissan Pathﬁnder, good condition, 54,000 miles, $24,500. 214-923-4788.

2012 Ford Focus 4-door, dark gray, good condition, everything works. Asking $13000. 682-4290305.

69................ Sand/Gravel 70................Septic Tanks 71..... Sewing/Alterations 72.............Sewer Service 73......................TV/Radio 74........... Tractor Service 75.................. Upholstery 76....... Vacuum Cleaners 77........................ Wanted 78.................Well Drilling 79....................... Welding 80.............. Lots/Acreage 81.................. Business & Commercial Property 82.......... Resort Property 83.......... Houses for Sale 84............. Mobile Homes for Rent 85............. Mobile Homes for Sale 86.... Mobile Home/RV Lots 87...........Rent Furnished 88....... Rent Unfurnished 89 .......... Wanted to Rent

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Juan’s Auto Repair

Bishop’s Wise Car

Oil Change • Brakes Tune Up Transmission Work

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014 Campers & Trailers 1993 Ford Explorer 4x4, needs some work, 125,401 miles, $1,500. 817-901-4321.

817-677-2009 Juan Tellez, Mecanico En General 5210 E. Hwy 199 • Springtown

019 Cement Work 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 1996 Sportsman Camper, 33 ft., 2 slideouts, good condition. $8,000. Located in Azle. 817229-0287.

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

All Types of Concrete, Building Pads, Driveway, Patios, Walk Jim McKiel 30 yrs. exp. 40 foot 2008 Montana 5th wheel. Non-smokers, kept under carport. Has four slides, comes with hitch. New 42 inch ﬂat screen TV, king size bed. $22500. 817-444-5376. 817-992-2806. 817-229-4605.

2007 Chevy Silverado 4x4, 4.8 liter V8 w/121K miles, $13,000. 817-948-2645.

37’ Fleetwood Pace Arrow w/1 slide, Ford Titan 10 w/ Banks System, EXCELLENT CONDITION. LOW miles, NEW tires, NEW generator, inspection and more. In Azle. $19,500 FIRM. 817-239-1271. 2012 Nissan Rogue, fully loaded, leather seats, Bluetooth, sunroof, backup camera, AWD, excellent condition, one owner, 48,000 miles, asking $16,200/OBO. 817270-0835.

2015 16 ft. gooseneck dump trailer with remote control, $8,995; 817-444-0450 or 817718-4060.

817-480-8841

021 Child Care ARK CHRISTIAN LEARNING CENTER is now participating in the Texas School Ready Pre-School Program. NOW ENROLLING! M-F, 6A-6:30P, 3 meals & 2 snacks included. Drop off and pick up from Azle & Reno schools. 817-237-3711 or 817-994-5228.

024 Electrician BULLDAWG ELECTRIC CO. All types of electrical services and MH hook-ups. Free Estimates. 817-675-4921 www.bulldawgelectric.com. TECL#25253. USA A BETTER ELECTRICAL SOLUTION, INC. Commercial, Residential, Industrial NO JOB TOO SMALL Emergency Service Service & Repairs Licensed & Insured TECL 20822 817-849-1534

026 Excavating

2008 F350 King Ranch Crew Cab Dually, diesel engine, 151K, new tires, current tags & inspection, clean, good condition, $17,900. 817-271-2075; 817-221-4300.

Small excavation work. Ditches, spread gravel, dirt work, cement footings, trench work, Also: Animal Burials. Reasonable prices. 469386-0343.

HALL'S

Sand, Dirt & Gravel Qualified Family Business Since 1938

28 ft. camper trailer base, dual axles, electric brakes, $800/OBO. 682-229-0149.

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(817)221-2681

ALL TYPES OF EXCAVATING Tanks • House Pads • Clearing Also .. Sand • Top Soil • Gravel

817-523-7248 • 817-239-6215

Excavating

TOM'S BOBCAT SERVICE 444-5069

033 Furniture

FIREWOOD. $80/truck load, $95/8 ft. bed, 80% split Oak. Your truck, I load. 817-495-6157. LEON’S TREE SERVICE. Split Oak, Pecan wood. Pickup or delivery. 817-371-8597. Oak ﬁrewood, ½ cord, $150. 817808-2873. Oak Firewood for Sale. 1 cord, $250; ½ cord, $150. We Load. Delivery available. 940-577-2543 David; 940210-3258 Todd. Firewood. Split oak, pickup/ delivery: ½ cord, $75/$125; 1 cord, $150/$250. Call Kevin 817-3630010.

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For Sale

Dump Truck Hauling

817-919-3696 Bobcat & Tractor Service

• Lot Clearing • Driveways/Parking Lots • Pasture Mowing

817-991-9430

034 Garage Sales Moving Sale 1501 E. Reno Road, Azle, Thursday, Dec. 3rd & Friday, Dec. 4th, 8AM. Tools, medical equipment, lawn equipment. Too much to list. 6 FAMILY SALE. Items: furniture, appliances, household accessories, Christmas decor, jewelry, tools, hunting, technology, clothes: children & adults, toys and misc. 1320 White Dove, of Knob Hill Road (Reno/Azle) Thursday-Saturday. Thursday-Friday, 517 Robin Lane, Azle. Furniture, adult clothing, collectibles, cat ﬁgurines. For directions call 817-228-5790.

Dishes, Pictures, Furniture, Cast Iron

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

8 piece dining room set and extension, solid light oak, seats 6 and china/buffet, $600. 817-9291299.

INSIDE/OUTSIDE SALE SATURDAY ONLY

• Small jobs accepted • Rough landscaping • Jobsite clearing

J.A.M. Concrete

2005 GMC Sierra, 157,700 miles, runs good and in good condition, $4,900. 210-825-8397.

2007 Chevy Silverado Duramax diesel, auto, new ﬂatbed, dual wheels, loaded, new tires, $10,000 cash. 817-946-9780.

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Nobody does it better!

030 Firewood

Auto Repair Service

& Truck Co.

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

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

• Boxed display ads also available

Import and Domestic Free Engine Diagnostics

817-444-5074

CLASSIFIED AD DEADLINE: MONDAY BY 5:00 P.M.

RATES

101 Southeast Parkway • Azle

Parting out 1997 Chevy Extended Cab pickup. 817-771-9617.

Springtown Epigraph THE

9 miles west of 199/51 on 199, left on Poolville Cutoff Aries Spa, rebuilt with warranty, pump, blower, LED light, cover, nice cabinet, $1,200. 940-2101583 or 940-255-5763. Troy Bilt portable generator, 3,550 watt, 110/240 volt, 6.75HP, OV Briggs engine, $175. 817-270-0107 after 7PM. Delta 10 inch table band saw, like new, $75; Delta scroll saw, like new, $75. 817-929-0127.

035 Garden/Mowing Service MANDO’S TREE SERVICE. Take downs, trimming, lot clearing, haul offs. Senior Discounts. Save Big Money! Call 817-808-2873. 20 year expert. K&T GREEN WORKS. Hydromulch, Landscaping, Irrigation Installation & Repairs, Drainage/French Drains and Dirt Work. Free Estimates. Contact us at 817-994-8233. License #0008871.

Freeman Construction Top Soil Rough Landscaping Rock Work

Demolition Lot Clearing Gravel Roads Driveways

Serving the Metroplex Since 1975 FAMILY OWNED• FREE ESTIMATES • INSURED FALL DISCOUNT 10% OFF

817-237-2852

38 years serving Azle & Springtown

028 Farm Equipment

Hal Freeman - Owner

RNA Lawn Services

Get your yard ready for the holidays. I install Christmas Lights & do all yard maintenance. Serving the Community since 2007

817-304-3677

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817- 220-1141 817-444-9574

Advertise in the classifieds today 035 Garden/Mowing Service

Cub Farmall Tractor for Sale, $2,500/ﬁrm. 817-237-5360 or 817-444-7171.

Residential • CommeRCial tRee Removal • topping pRuning • Feeding

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

817-845-6965

Fencing

KILEY CHESNEY CONSTRUCTION All Types Fences - Tractor Work 817-846-6645 BOBBY’S FENCE. All types, free estimates, over 23 years experience 817-444-3213. RAY’S FENCE CO. Free Estimates, 817-444-2146, raysfencecompany@ aol.com. All types fences and metal buildings built and repaired. Portable welding. 817-444-6461. RESIDENTIAL FENCE REPAIR 30 Years Experience Affordable Pricing Call Pat 817-676-2171

Chad's Tree Service

FREE TES ESTIMA

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

817-221-2201 • 817-246-5943 Insured for your protection

Firefighter Tractor

Tree Service

All work is done by off duty professional firefighters

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

Saul SalinaS All Types of Fencing Farm and Ranch

940-577-6781 • 940-393-9754

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

817-270-3340 - Azle 817-220-7217 - Springtown 035 Garden/Mowing Service

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Don’t dig it! Grind it! 1 or 100 - We can do it. $65 minimum

817-237-5592

Help Wanted

Part Time Custodian 2-Days per week. Must be dependable. Body Shop Technician Must have experience.

WB Tree & Light Service Tree trimming & Removal Mowing • Firewood

High Light Bulb Replacement with bucket truck

Christmas lights installed • Free Estimates

940-577-2543 David • 940-210-3258 Todd wbtreeandlightservice@gmail.com

LEON’S TREE SERVICE Expert take downs Stump Grinding Residential/Commerical

Licensed & Insured • Free Estimates

817-371-8597

Mando’s Tree Service Take Downs, Trimming, Lot Clearing, Haul Offs

Senior Discounts Save Big Money!

Call 817-808-2873

Porter/ Make Ready Must be dependable with good driving record. Duties include driving responsibilities and detailing vehicles.

Karl Klement Properties, Inc. No Positions Available at this Time For consideration of all positions apply to:

Jodi Dusek, H/R Director

605 N. Business 287, Suite 102, Decatur, Texas jdusek@klementford.com

940-627-6362

We offer Benefits, Paid Holidays, Vacation & Training

20 YEAR EXPERT

Hauling

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Hay Fertilized Coastal Horse Quality Hay 4x5 Round Bales $60 each, Will deliver Springtown/Azle Area 940-389-1936

Fresh Coastal Hay Horse Quality Herbicide & Fertilized 4x5 Round Bales $65 ea. Discount for 20 or more and Free Delivery 817-221-3320 Coastal round bales, horse quality, fertilized, no weeds, $55. 817-4752313. Organic Coastal square bales for gardening, bedding and livestock, clean and dry, $5. 817-523-4262.

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Help Wanted

LVN & CNA needed for Lake Worth Nursing Home. 817-237-7184. 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. Now hiring Class B-CDL Mixer Drivers. Production & Safety Bonuses paid monthly, Employer Matching Retirement Plan available. Apply in person at Wise Ready Mix, 1349 NW Parkway, Azle. MAINSTREAM (group home for adults with developmental disabilities) is hiring part-time Direct Contact Staff for 17-hour weekday shifts (2nd & 3rd shifts) or 24-hour weekend shifts. Paid training, starting pay is $7.40 hourly. Good potential for full-time employment. Call Sandra or Carole at 817-2702747, Monday-Friday, 9A-3P. Springtown ISD is accepting applications for Bus Drivers and Monitors. Training available. Contact Jodee Gilbert-Uhlman 817-2201418. WANTED: Experienced Kitchen Staff, Full-time, Long Term. Apply in person at El Paseo Mexican Restaurant in Azle. Early AM hours, 7A-1:30P. Telemarketers needed, hourly pay. 817-221-9222, ask for Ms. Wright. Call between 9AM-Noon, M-F. HOUSEKEEPING: Need a stay-athome Mom who could spare some mornings, as needed, for relief shift. Extra money for you or kids! On days to work, start at 7:45...usually home by 2:00. Requirements: Enjoy cleaning and helping others, auto and auto insurance, driver’s license and social security card. We will train those who meet our basic needs. Position not suitable for one with financial needs. 817-237-9848, leave message for return call. Springtown ISD is now accepting applications for Food Service. May apply online at springtownisd.net. Creekside Grill now hiring for parttime Waitstaff and Kitchen Staff. Apply in person at 10400 FM 730 S., Azle.

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1 TXism: “hot as a ____ griddle” 5 “No Pass No ____” 6 this Collin played throughout TX in his first band 7 this Harris was in “The Right Stuff” with TX Quaid 8 oil additive 9 it’s out of control in Washington 15 promissory ____ 16 in Midland: “Permian Basin _________ Museum” 19 TXism: “drawing _ ____ __ it” 21 left page of an open book 22 aromatic substances used in certain ointments 27 TX Joe Don Baker film: “____ Fear” 28 TX Charley Pride’s “Never ____ __ Loved” (1981) 29 TXism: “a squeaky wheel gets the ______” 30 TXism: “fast as a rat up _ ______” 32 TX Janis died of this (abbr.) 33 silly hats? (2 wds.) 36 TXism: “shootin’ ____” (pistol) 37 he took the title from TX George Foreman in 1974 38 Houston gymnastic coach, Bela

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DFW Airport building Asian surname moral principles this Ralph was host of “Nashville Now” 365 days (abbr.) flight prefix ___ Braunfels, TX Cowboys’ “The Big Cat” (1991-2000) collegiate athletic org. 22

INSIDE SALES Call Center Representative

Respond directly to our customers regarding pricing and data on powertrain products. Inside Sales, call center or automotive experience a plus. We offer competitive hourly pay; $10.00 - $14.00 plus bonus, healthcare and other benefits, paid holidays, vacation & training. Located in Decatur, Tx. For consideration and to schedule a phone interview, please forward your resume to lynns@coltpowertrain.com 1-844-745-2658

NOW HIRING

Class A CDL Drivers with 2 years experience Oilfield/Environmental Construction Transportation Paid Weekly, Insurance, Aflac, Paid Vacations and much more

Call Daniel 1-800-448-6323 Part-time Financial Secretary position available at First United Methodist Church. Seeking detail oriented applicants. Accounting/ Bookkeeping and Computer experience required. Desire candidate with expertise in Quickbooks. Experience with nonprofit accounting principles are advantageous. Payroll and Accounts Payable skills required. Fifteen hours per week. Daytime office hours required. If interested, please submit resume to church@fumcazle.org. Maintenance Position available, experience helpful, 30 hours per week. 817-444-6532. Cat Breeder needs part-time Helper for cattery cleaning, 2-3 days per week. Liberty School area. 817-2700968. Used car dealership needs Office/ Collections Assistant, 30 +/- hours per week, computer skills a must. 940-683-1999, cars4@embarqmail. com. Used car lot needs Auto Detail, light mechanical. 940-399-7060. Experienced tile and wood Helper. Must have own transportation. Call Willie 817-366-4555. Part-time Man to assist with rental maintenance, all phases of work. 817-905-2899.

040 Home Improvement

040

Home Improvement

AZLE HOME REPAIR & REMODEL. No job too big; no job too small. 30 years experience. Contact Doug Batey 817-361-2361. LOCAL HANDYMAN SERVICE & REMODELING. No job too small! Kitchens, bathrooms and all tile work. 817-404-2927. PYRAMID CONSTRUCTION. TILE: Bathroom Shower, Floors; PAINTING: Interior, Exterior, Tape & Bed, Texture, Popcorn Ceiling; Stain Fence; PRESSURE WASHING; ROOFING & More! FREE ESTIMATES. 817-944-7658. 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; 866374-3559. www.billrosserpainting. com. NOW ACCEPTING VISA & MASTERCARD. Before you buy vinyl siding or windows, call Jimmy for a free estimate 817-444-5270; 817-2967567. WILLIE SIMON TILE & WOOD. Shower, Tub Surround & Backsplashes. 817-366-4555. 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.

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 Commercial • Residential

Your Hunt For Quality Is Over

T.R.D. Construction, LLC Home Improvement • General Contractor • New Construction Additions Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling Architectural Planning and Design “No Job Too Small or Too Large” Tommy Russell, Sr. • 817-444-6505 or 817-291-6364 • Fax: 817-444-2206 P.O. Box 224 • Azle • trdconst.llc@hotmail.com AZLEREMODELING.COM

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exterior & interior remodeling, patio covers, drywall repairs

817-946-6787 817-444-4198

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

13 Confederate general Robert _ ___ 14 bird found on TX beaches 15 TXism: “____ ____ poison” (choose) 16 TX Nat Stuckey recorded “___ _ Top” in 1966 17 SEIA is a trade assoc. for the __ _____ industry 18 gloomily 20 TX agcy. that works with disabled (abbr.) 22 this Gainey was a coach & GM for the Dallas Stars (init.)

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23 in Smith Co. on hwy. 135 24 pumbing problem 25 wife of Abraham 26 “he was led ______” 28 “to __ __ not to be” 31 TX ZZ Top album: “____ Hombres”

House Cleaning

NEWFANGLED CLEANING. Old-Fashioned Cleaning DONE BY OWNER ONLY! Residential cleaning, clean-outs, move-ins & make-ready. 25+ years experience. Now Accepting Most Major Credit Cards. Call or text Beth 817-3612182 for more information. Want your house cleaned and decorated for the Holidays? Call us today 817-361-2635; 817-846-4899.

Your Cleaning Service Professional Cleaning since 1989 Phone hours: Mon thru Fri 7 am - 1 pm: 817-237-9848 PLEASE LEAVE VOICE MAIL

Tile • Fencing • PainTing carPenTry • BaThrooms kiTchens • moBile home rePair WE DO IT ALL NO JOB TOO SMALL

34 Cloris of TX-based “The Last Picture Show” (init.) 35 affirmative vote 37 TX B.J. sang “The Eyes of _ ___ York Woman” 40 TX Ivory Joe wrote “Since _ ___ You Baby” (1956) 43 TX Buck Owens show: “___ Haw” 44 TXism: “too many _____ __ the fire” 50 narrow rural roads 51 “___ More Beef”

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Movers

U.S. Army Retired-but not tired! Careful moving-Cheap. Call Big Jim @ 817-237-5151.

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Miscellaneous

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Pets/Livestock

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

We furnish Tools & Chemicals

Chihuahua puppies, carefully raised, to a good home, shots and wormed, $250. 817-902-2461.

Hospitality Guarantee “Your Way”

Red River Horseshoeing

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

You’ll love the care you get!

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Job Wanted

Available to assist with your temporary or part-time Office Administration/Customer Service needs. 40+ years experience. Local references. Shirley 817-220-5302.

049 Masonry/Stonework Azle, TX ,L.L.C.

concrete

Cell 817-308-6512 Home 817-444-3806

www.mrsweepschimneycleaning.com

“TEXAS STYLE”

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817-692-5624

HANDYMAN

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

Chimney & Dryer Vent Cleaning

37 40

commercial • residential

Special: $150

Keep your home safe. Call Parker/Wise County’s oldest chimney sweeping company, Mr. Sweeps.

ask for Doug

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Mr. Sweeps Chimney Cleaning Service

Backgrounds Checked

• Additions •Kitchen & Bathroom Remodels •Ceramic Tile •Foundation Repair •Painting •Pressure Washing •Roofing •Fencing & Decks Call for Free Quote • 817-964-2562

our pros may be out chasing fairy dust

ROBERT’S HANDYMAN SERVICE

1 TXism: “tax wrangler” 2 pie ___ mode 3 La Grange is seat of this county 4 Athens, TX is the “Black-____ ___ _______ of the World” 8 noisy cries 9 Kacey Musgraves put this on in 2015 in Mineola (2 wds.) 10 Bevo’s univer. 11 __ Red Duke 12 TXism: “close enough for _________ work”

Off-Duty Firefighter Professional & Dependable

DOWN

Chapman Carpentry

by Charley & Guy Orbison

Brick, block, stone and rock work & repairs. Mailboxes, planters, cracks in walls, chimney sweeps. Very Reasonable. 682-239-4060.

TEXAS CROSSWORD

53 TXism: 38 “____ him packing” 54 anger 55 before it was UNT

Keith Hays Construction Company. All types cement work, carpentry, roofing and metal buildings. 817-220-7201 BOBBY MCWILLIAMS PAINTING 817-821-6377. Interior/exterior painting, tape, bed, texture and faux finishing. 38 years experience. www. bobbymcwilliams.com.

040 Home Improvement

Unwanted debris removed at a reasonable rate. Call Tom 817-4488578. MCNEELY’S DEMOLITION & CLEANUP SERVICE Tear Down, Removal, Haul Off, Storage Buildings, Fences, New/Old Construction Debris Dump Truck/Bobcat Service Available Free Estimates 817-996-7887

Classifieds

Deadline: 5:00 PM Monday

STUMP GRINDING

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COMMUNITY

Wednesday, December 2, 2015

CLASSIFIED AD DEADLINE: MONDAYS BY 5:00 P.M. 051

30 Years Experience & Certifi ed Steve Sewell 940-366-1485

HORSE SALE

FRIDAY, DEC 4, 2015 - 6:00 PM Hwy. 281 N. - Stephenville (254) 646-3161 or 968-4844 On-Site EIA Test - $20

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Pool Service

As the leaves fall, we’ll be there to catch them all. GANNON SWIMMING POOL SERVICE. 817230-3838. THE POOL WRANGLER POOL SERVICE Serving Springtown/Azle. Call Mike at 817-771-7257. Free advice anytime!

060 Professional Services LONE STARR STEAMER PROFESSIONAL CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING. Basic Package: 3 rooms and a hall, $89. Call 817-361-2361. A Geological Report for your farm or ranch (maps, cross sections, soils, nearby oil & water wells). $300 $600 each. 817-246-5477.

Motorcycles

Gary 817-550-7776

Sebastian Enterprises

2000 Harley Sportster, red/white/ blue, 10,000 miles, $7,700 817228-2255.

CUSTOM HOME BUILDING Since 1995

817-239-9571 817-237-9571

REMODEL & REPAIR HOME & BUSINESS

Many Happy Local Customers Since 1978

Look here for a Repairman

XV2 13CTV C Yamaha Star Tour Deluxe, 1300 CC shaftdrive, cruise control, valves set, 3K extra chrome, 2 new tires, oil changed, matching trailer. $4,900. 817-500-2325.

Painting • Construction Remodeling • Siding Tile • Decks • Kitchens Bathrooms, etc. Need some help with your next project? Check out the Home Improvement section of the Community Classifieds. Azle News & Springtown Epigraph Hometown Papers!

COMMUNITY

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Plumbing

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Roofing

GRAHAM PLUMBING CO.

FREEMAN

ROOFING & CONSTRUCTION INC.

“The Solution To All Your Plumbing Needs”

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Deadline: 5:00 PM Monday

Commercial • Residential FREE ESTIMATES • FULLY INSURED Repairs • New Construction 36 Years in Azle

817-237-2852

CommercialResidential Serving Springtown, Azle, Boyd, Weatherford Area

LANDERS

www.owenscorning.com

Commercial & Residential

426 E HWY 199 • SpringtoWn

Plumbing Repairs

Hail in This Area Has Caused Damage that Cannot Be Seen From the Ground.

Water Heaters

S h o p L o c a l - D o n ’t g e t s c a m m e d by out of town roofers.

Faucets

In business since 2008

Slab Leaks

P l e a s e G i ve U s a C a l l fo r a Fr e e R o o f I n s p e c t i o n .

817-444-3054 M10078 066

Roofing

Storm, 817-523-4137 HereHereBeforeLongTheAfter.

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Sand/Gravel

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

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.    Insurance Claim Specialists  

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Storage

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

CALL Cliff Hall We go the extra mile to ensure you get more for your $. On House Pads, Driveways, Lot Clearing & Tractor Work, Etc.

A sphAlt & G rAvel

Compare Pricing NO JOB TOO SMALL

(817)221-2681

D R I V E W AY S

Seal Coating, Lots/Acreage Pot Hole Repairs, Crack Filling 080 FOR SALE: 0.15 acre in Azle 817-907-7410 • 817-221-2125 (1908 Gale Drive). Haslotelectric, 078

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.

Advertising Works!

Corner of Main St. & Locust • Azle

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Sell It In The Classifieds!

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Now Leasing Storage Units

STORAGE UNITS 1350 Liberty School Rd, Azle

5x10 $25/month

Special! 6 Months ... $125 817-246-4646

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

nstr E ucti R& on Metal Building Specialist • Weld Ups/ Bolt Ups • Pipe Fencing • Concrete • Horse Barns • All Types Fencing • Metal Roofs

Convenient Location

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

Quality Family Business Since 1938

Ash Creek Storage

West Side Storage 20-5813

PELICAN BAY: 1628 PELICAN COURT, 3-2, $635/$400 deposit; 1425 CARDINAL TERRACE, 2-2, $735/$400 deposit; 1536 SWAN COURT, 2-2 $595/$300 deposit. Gene Thompson & Associates, 817246-4646. gtatx.com. Hablamos Espanol.

3-2 moblie, CH/A, 1 acre, $850/ mo. plus deposit. 213 Clay Court, Springtown. 817-223-1765.

085 Mobile Homes for Sale We buy used mobile homes with clear titles. K&P Homes, Inc. 817-677-3446.

PLUMBING CO.

Drains Cleaned

Springtown ISD. 3-2 DW, $600/mo. $350 deposit, trash service included. 817-220-2447.

3-2 MH, 20x20 garage, $650/mo. $500/deposit, Azle ISD, small pets only, NO APPLICATION FEE. 817909-5160.

Certified PREFERRED CONTRACTOR State Applicator #106

817-220-2469 grahamplumbingco.com

084 Mobile Homes For Rent

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Welding

WELD-DONE CONSTRUCTION LTD.

Metal Building Erectors

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

1220 E. Hwy. 199 • Springtown

817-220-2150 www.weld-done.net Our Business is Metal Buildings - And We’re Good! DESIGN

FABRICATION

ERECTION

art METAL Coz BUILDING SYSTEMS Fabrication and erection of quality metal buildings at reasonable prices, any size - any design Office

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Mark Cozart 817-233-6668

Jeremy Cozart 817-237-2028

city sewage, gravel driveway and includes gas lease royalties. 817237-5118.

081 Business/Commercial Professional Office Space For Lease: 1230 E. Hwy 199, Springtown. Suite 103, 1,100 sq. ft., individual offices; Suite 104, 800 sq. ft. 817-220-2150. 40x50 building for rent 3 miles west of Springtown 817-713-7495. Great building for lease in industrial area in Azle. Building is 2,400 sq. ft. (1,200 office/1,200 shop), has bathrooms, A/C and heat and plenty of parking. Great building for any business. $1,300/mo. $1,300 deposit. For information call 817360-3627. FSBO Commercial .596 acre PRIME AZLE MAIN STREET LOCATION with 1,216 sf house, grandfathered. Can be residence with business. For more info call 817-249-7446. OFFICE SPACE FOR RENT. Perfect for contractor, architect or realtor, month to month. Electric, water and wi-fi included. 3 available (discount for 2 or more), possible reception and overnight parking. 932 E. Hwy 199, Springtown. 817-233-3373.

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Houses for Sale

NEW HOMES: 112 Kenya Court, 76082. Horses allowed, No HOA, $199,900. Contact 682-564-2823. NEW HOMES: 130 Brady Coleman, 76082. Horses allowed, No HOA, $204,900. Contact 682-564-2823. NEW HOMES: 113 Kenya Court, 76082. Horses allowed, No HOA, $209,900. Contact 682-564-2823. NEW HOMES: 124 Brady Coleman, 76082. Horses allowed, No HOA, $214,900. Contact 682-564-2823. NEW HOMES: 106 Kenya Court, 76082. Horses allowed, No HOA, $229,900. Contact 682-564-2823.

084 Mobile Homes for Rent 2 & 3 BR mobile homes for rent, Springtown and Azle ISD, no pets. 817-980-3066. 3 bedroom 2 bath, 1 acre in Azle, refrigerator & stove, CH/A, free water service. 817-602-9519. FIRST MONTH HALF OFF! 3-1 mobile home, $550/mo. plus electric & propane. $500 deposit, CH/A, Azle ISD, No Pets, 1-year lease, application required. 817-270-5682; 817-501-2238.

BANK REPOS 817-677-3446 USED REFURBISHED HOMES 817-677-3446 NEW HOMES-FACTORY DIRECT 817-677-3446 K&P HOMES, INC.

086 Mobile Home/RV Lots PELICAN BAY: Mobile Home Lot for rent 1708 Gale Drive, $155 Mo., $50 Dep. Gene Thompson & Associates, 817-246-4646. gtatx. com. Hablamos Espanol.

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Mobile Home/RV Lots

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!

• • • • •

Large Shaded Lots Nice & Clean Electric, Water & Sewer included Laundry Room & Shower Facilities Wi-Fi

817-846-8190 Call for Rates - 817-291-4679

Springtown RV Park

295/mo Includes Water/Trash Service Wi-Fi & Electricity (Electricity up to 70) $

Rent Furnished

Tiny Houses and RV rental. Azel RV Park 817-677-2160.

817-220-4678 • 3080 W. Hwy 199

Tiny House and RV for rent at Heritage RV Park. 817-444-3760. Lake view house, 5 rooms, 2 with beds, complete kitchen, washer/ dryer included, $1,250/mo. bills paid. 817-229-6510. 14x70 mobile home, fully furnished, 2-2, big living room and kitchen, $500/mo. $500 deposit. S. Bronco Court, Springtown 76082. 817-6901376.

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Rent Unfurnished

SPRINGTOWN APARTMENTS, 624 East 3rd Street. 2 bedroom 1 bath, clean, new carpet, $650/mo. includes water, trash service & basic cable, $500 deposit. 817-657-9591. RENT SPECIAL! 2-2 4-PLEX, IN AZLEWOOD. $750/$600 security deposit, WBFP, walk-in closets, box windows, large kitchen w/pantry, new flooring, 1,100 sq. ft. 817-3603039. PELICAN BAY: 1836 CORAL ROAD, 3-1-1, $695/$400 deposit. Gene Thompson & Associates, 817-2464646. gtatx.com. Hablamos Espanol. Clean 2-1 duplex for rent, tile, fresh paint, stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, CH/A, $600/mo. + utilities. 7394-A Cottonwood Creek Road (about 2 blocks off Nine Mile Bridge & Tenderfoot Trail). Owner/ Manager 817-237-5909. Small 1 bedroom lake cabin, $1,200/mo., on main body of Eagle Mountain Lake. 817-475-6441.

GENE THOMPSON & ASSOCIATES HOMES and MOBILE HOMES FOR RENT gtatx.com

817-246-4646

Azle Creek Apartments 519 West Main St. • Azle $575 & up 2 Bedroom/1 Bath

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COMING SOON: 1 Bedroom & 3 Bedroom • Newly Remodeled • Friendly & Quiet Community • Laundry On Site (Water, Trash & Sewer Service Included)

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Rent Unfurnished

Duplex Homes For Lease 2 & 3 Bedrooms • 2 Bath • 1 Car Garage Stewart Bend Court, off South Stewart Street close to Cross Timbers Golf Course in Azle

(817) 444-2362

www.stewartbend.com; sales@stewartbend.com

Crestwood Apartment Homes Fabulous Floor Plans

To Fit Your Every Need and Lifestyle! New Appliances, FS W/D Connections, Water/Trash Service Included, Warm Colors, Brushed Nickel Hardware and So Much More! Beautiful Pool!

Call for Details 817-444-0030 525 Commerce Street • Azle crestwoodah.com

Eagle Lake Garden APARTMENTS

• Are now taking applications on a first come first serve basis. • Will have rental assistance available for eligible households.

EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITY

1300 VILLAGE GARDEN come AZLE, TX Call onr ow! by 817-444-6532 TTY:(800) 735-2988

SHADY CREEK AZLEWOOD APARTMENTS APARTMENTS

Pet Friendly!

1 & 2 Bedrooms

817-598-0663

• W/D Connections • Swimming Pool • Water/Trash Service Furnished

(size restrictions and additional fees apply)

Call for appointment

AZLE OAKS

APARTMENT 700 JARVIS • AZLE 817-444-1712

1 & 2 Bedroom Unfurnished Rent based on income. TDD:

800-735-2989 This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Find your next home in the Community Classifieds!

817-444-2430

1 & 2 Bedrooms

See the Dif f erence! 817-444-6122

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