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Light at the End of the (Rainy) Tunnel?

Facebook scam hits Springtown

BY NATALIE GENTRY Another new scam has popped up in the Facebook universe.

This time the scammers are creating “clone” accounts of people who may already be on the targeted person’s friends list or who are friends of friends.

Local scam victim Brenda Chapmon Harris, of Springtown, says this has happened to her twice.

“I got a message from Mary Harms supposedly asking for a friend request,” Harris said. “I accepted and ‘she’ began messaging me.

“The moment the messages started talking about winning some money and a laptop, I knew it wasn’t Mary, so I called her to let her know about it,” she continued.

Harms said she has since changed her password in case this was an instance of her account being hacked.

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Always double check friend requests: Don’t just automatically click PLEASE SEE SCAM, PAGE 3A.

Graduation contingency in place if rains don’t stop

BY NATALIE GENTRY Springtown High School will be celebrating the Class of 2015 graduation this Saturday, May 30 at 8 p.m. at Porcupine Stadium.

Hopefully.

The recent bout of inclement weather and the forecast for this weekend has made it apparent that the contingency plan may be put into play this year.

Beware of Facebook fakes Springtown Independent School District (SISD) Superintendent Mike Kelley cautions parents and graduates alike to be careful where they get their information about the event.

“There are several Facebook pages

At dusk on May 26, the sun reminded drivers on Highway 199 headed to Springtown that the rain will eventually stop. Already, this is one of the wettest Mays in recorded history.

Photo by Mark K. Campbell

Harris said the same scenario happened again about a week later with another Springtown user’s account.

She also noted that not everyone catches on at first.

One of her friends sent $300 to a scammer who used the same approach.

“She was so upset when she realized she had lost that money,” Harris said.

“These people are taking advantage of people who are trusting.”

According to the Better Business Bureau, this is a fairly new scam making its way around the social media website.

They recommend taking the following steps to make sure Facebook users don't fall victim to this kind of trick:

that might appear to be school-sponsored or school-sanctioned pages, but in fact have no affiliation or legitimate association with the District,” Kelley said.

“Please do not rely on Facebook pages titled ‘Springtown ISD High School,’ ‘Springtown ISD High School Graduation’ or ‘Springtown ISD Parents in the Know.’

“While they may appear to be legitimate and could even include information the district has shared through school-sponsored sites, these pages are not ours and should not be viewed as such,” he continued.

Kelley has posted information about PLEASE SEE SISD, PAGE 3A.

Remembering the Fallen

First ‘Acceptance Day’ lauds SHS Class of 2015 decisions

BY NATALIE GENTRY day, May 13. earning a two-year or four-year deThis event was organized to rec- gree, joining the military, or acquiring Springtown High School counselors and the Dean of Students hosted their ognize senior students for their post- post-secondary certificates. first annual Acceptance Day Wednes- secondary plans, whether that entails Over 100 SHS students have made the decision for higher education after graduation.

Although many teens have been accepted to numerous colleges, this was an opportunity to announce what their final decision will be.

Students will be attending four-year universities such as Texas Christian University, The University of Texas, Texas Tech University, Tarleton State University, Mary Hardin-Baylor, Oklahoma State University, and the University of North Texas, just to name a few.

Some will be attending two-year community colleges like Weatherford College, Tarrant County College, and Austin Community College.

Several other students will be going to different branches of the U.S. military, including the Texas Army National Guard Reserves, Air Force, Navy, and Army.

In addition, some students will be attending Universal Technical School of Dallas, SHS celebrated the more than 100 students who have made the decision Lincoln Tech., Tulsa Weld- Red carnations stand in front of the Veterans Memorial May 23 in for higher education after graduation during the first annual Acceptance ing, and Le Cordon Bleu. honor of Springtown residents who died in combat. MORE PHODay May 13.

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Memorial Day 2015

Keynote speaker SISD Superintendent Mike Kelley delivered a tribute to the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for America.

With newly-elected Mayor Tom Clayton watching, the Memorial Wreath was presented by Springtown City Administrator Doug Hughes as “Taps� played.

The Parker County Young Marines once again posted the colors for the Pledge of Allegiance and the National Anthem during the somber May 23 ceremony.

Photos by Natalie Gentry

During a special presentation at the Memorial Day gathering, Rhonda McRae (left) presented a photo album to Mark Krey in recognition of his dedication to the creation and completion of the War Memorial.

Tristan Rix, Ty Rix, and Faith Styles, the nephews and niece of U.S. Marine Cpl. Heath McRae, led the National Anthem.

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Scam tricking some locals directly about the suspicious activity. Otherwise, they may “accept” for new requests. never know that their account Take a few moments to look has been impersonated. over the profile and verify that account is a real person, not a Report fake accounts to scam. Scan your list of current Facebook: Facebook does not friends to see if any show up allow accounts that are pretwice (the newer account is go- tending to be someone else. ing to be the scammer).

The Facebook watchdog site Don’t blindly trust friends’ Facecrooks.com has also put recommendations: Just be- out a list of steps to take to cause a link, video, or other in- make sure your account isn’t formation is shared by a friend hacked or cloned. doesn’t mean that it’s safe to 1. Change your profile picclick. It could be a fake ac- ture and cover photo to somecount, a hacker, or mean that thing other than a personal your friend hasn’t done his or photo. her research.

2. Limit your friend list visibility to 'Only Me.' Watch for poor grammar: 3. Do not confirm a new Scam Facebook posts are of- friend request from someone ten riddled with typos and poor you are already friends with until you verify it is legit.

SISD administration has put together a contingency plan in case the weather turns bad for graduation Saturday, English.

They note that item 2 is the May 30. Photo by Natalie Gentry Alert your friends: If your most important. Even if they Facebook friend suddenly swipe your photos, the scamstarts posting links to work-at- mers will not get very far if home schemes or scandalous they don't have a list to excelebrity videos, tell him or her ploit. n SCAM, FROM PAGE ONE.

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the contingency plan on the SISD app, website, and Facebook pages.

A back-up plan is in place “For the last several years, our graduates have had months of notice about a contingency plan that moves our ceremony back by 24 hours if inclement weather prevents the ceremony from beginning on the originally scheduled date,” Kelley said.

“For the Class of 2015, this means that Commencement will be held on Sunday, May 31 if we cannot hold the ceremony on Saturday.”

Kelley noted that the district administrators plan to carefully weather conditions Saturday afternoon and utilize ParentLink’s automated calling feature as well as the district’s app, Facebook page, and website to communicate with parents and other guests.

“If a delayed start is in order, we will send messages and post information as soon as possi-

All veterans of WWII are invited to attend a monthly luncheon guests, so a move from the sta- he said. held in their honor at 11:30 a.m., Friday, May 29 at the Aloha dium to the gym will mean that “Additional seating will be Events Center at Hawaiian Falls Park, 8905 Clifford Street in seating will be limited.” available in our auditorium, White Settlement. which should seat approxiThere is no cost for veterans, but an RSVP is encouraged.

Tickets and simulcast mately 600 people. We hope to Transportation may be available.

Kelley said there are over simulcast video and audio of Call Kevin Boldt at 817-706-9933 for information.

190 graduates in Springtown the ceremony in the auditorium High School’s Class of 2015. as well as online through our This fact means each graduate website.” can expect to receive five tickParents and friends of the ets to share with their guests.

Class of 2015 can keep up with “We understand this creates any changes or notifications on In Concert an inconvenience, and hope the district’s Facebook page at New site means space issues He also noted that this pos- that all our friends will under- www.facebook.com/SpringSunday, May 31, 2015 at 3 pm sible change of location will af- stand that this situation is not townISD, or the website at fect the size of the audience to one that we have control over,” www.springtownisd.net.

First United Methodist Church in Concert the ceremony.

200 Church Street, Azle “The home side of our footSunday, May 31, 2015 at 3 pm ball stadium was designed to hold approximately 4,000 peoVoiceslobortis of Fort Worth present a concert of choral Nam feliswill sed est commodo posuere. ple. Our gymnasium is signifimusic, representing music from the Renaissance to the First United Methodist Church cantly smaller, and all our gradContemporary.200 VoicesChurch of Fort Worth is a chamber choir Street uates’ friends and family will of 20 singers whose presentations consist solely of a not be able to participate in the For information leading to the recovery Azle, Texas 76020 formal ceremony,” Kelley said. cappella music, with styles ranging from early motets or identification of person responsible for “Unfortunately, a move to the [Date and Time] Voices oftoFort Worth will present a concert of varied choral music, representing music contemporary spirituals and everything in between. gymnasium will require that the theft of our civil war cannon replica. from the Renaissance to the Contemporary. Voices of Fort Worth is a chamber choir of Come and hear Fort Worth’s newest choral ensemble. each graduate be issued a small 20 singers whose presentations consist solely of a cappella music, with styles ranging number of tickets to share with The cannon was stolen recently from our from early Voices oftoFort Worth is spirituals conducted

by Founder and Come and motets contemporary and everything in between. invited guests. hear Fort Worth’s newest choral ensemble.

Voices of Fort Worth is conducted by Artistic Director, Dr. James M. Bierschenk.

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Soggy Kick Off to Summer

The “official beginning of summer” – Memorial Day – arrived and and so did more rain.

A spider’s web caught some of the drops that sent Walnut Creek below it rushing while boots were required for picnicking in Springtown Park. Photos by Mark K. Campbell

High school band students medal at state Grocery aiding First Responders again by natalie Gentry Fifty-one Sound of Springtown students competed in the University Interscholastic League (UIL) Texas State Solo and Ensemble competition Saturday, May 23 at Hendrickson High School in Pflugerville, Texas.

“We are very pleased with their results as all students had wonderful performances,” said director of bands for Springtown Independent School District Chris McLellan.

In total, 22 students earned medals at the event including:

Carter, Jennifer Hibler, Jacob Matthews, Koty Mattocks, Kaleb Northrup, Trichel, Cameron Walden, and Sarah Wallace – percussion ensemble

Division 2 ensembles (UIL does not award medals for these ensembles.)

Krystina Hickey, Ashley Levesque, and Stephanie Sayles – woodwind trio Destiny Montes, Brianna Negrete, and Kyage Pike – flute trio Ehren Batig, Haley Brown, Lizbeth Najera, and Rachael Rayford – woodwind quartet; Gold medal soloists Nazaketh Montes, Michala Rodriguez, and Madison Beckwith, marimba Dayton Schrage – clarinet trio Cameron Bosch, snare drum; Amrin Bailey, Kaylon Cremeen, Becca Eaton, Nikki Sorrels, Shelbie Steele, and ElizaSilver medal soloists beth Thorp – brass sextet Parker Eudey, marimba Shea Bailey, Bryce Bird, Parker Eudey, Sophia Ashley Levesque, oboe Kelley, Koty Mattocks, Rhiannon Meadows, Clara Peter Merts, trumpet McIntosh, Jacob Nelson, Raven Hickson-Penrod, Grace Scott, French horn Tre Rutledge, Holden Steedman, Cam Walden, and Division 1 ensemble medalists Sarah Wallace – percussion ensemble.

Macario Buendia, Aaron Byrd, Jacob Mat“We are very proud of all of the participants on thews, and Grant Trichel – percussion ensemble; fine performances and representing SHS with pride Beckwith, Bosch, Buendia, Byrd, Harrison and class,” McLellan said.

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N2N gearing up for the summer

by Natalie Gentry The Neighbor to Neighbors (N2N) food pantry is preparing for the summer to begin.

The pantry will be hosting a clearance sale May 29 to clear out some of the excess clothing articles the pantry has accumulated.

The sale will run from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Anyone can come by and fill a trash bag full for $5.

In addition, one of the air-conditioning units at the pantry has broken down.

With the onset of summer just around the corner, they are looking for any donations to help maintain a reasonable temperature in the building.

Anyone choosing to donate to the repair should note that the donation is for “AC repair” in the memo section of the check.

As always, N2N is constantly looking for volunteers to help around the pantry.

They are particularly seeking computer-literate office workers who can dedicate Tuesday and Wednesday from 9 a.m. to noon.

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Next Year’s Cheer Squads

The new 2015-2016 SHS varsity cheerleading squad is: (front, l-r: Jaylee Grubis (mascot), Chanae Pitts Richardson, Taylor Teague, Kayla White, Jill Rutherford, Alli Roglin, Katie Caughy, and Jill Ray; (back) Meagan Crowson, Paige Witt, Sydney Gramm, Taylor Ervin, Katie Roglin, Chayton Seabourn, Tasha Hartman, and Haley Davis (mascot).

SISD free meal program returns Natalie Gentry The Springtown Independent School District (SISD) will once again provide free meals to any child in the area under the age of 18 this summer.

From Monday through Thursday, June 1-25, children can receive one free meal at each meal time.

Adults may also receive meals for $3.50 during these times.

The meals will be served in the Springtown Middle School Cafeteria with breakfast running from

7:30-8 a.m. and lunch from 10:45 a.m.-12 p.m.

Residents who may be traveling this summer can dial 2-1-1 from any phone, and by pressing 1, a caller can be directed to free meal programs in the area.

The only information needed is the zip code.

This service is provided by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.

More information can also be found at www.211texas.org.

The SHS junior varsity cheerleading squad for the 2015-2016 school year: (front, l-r) Hope Stuart, Maddie Owens, Lily Trepasso, Kaylen Rhodes, Mindy Mullins, and Kambree Smith; (back) Emily Berlin, Hailey Snell, Maysie Courtney, Hannah Downes, Lexy Burt, Rachel Hellam, and Sam Wann.

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Retiring teachers, personnel recognized

by Natalie Gentry Springtown ISD employees, families, and friends gathered May 19 in the SHS auditorium to honor their own.

Following a pledge to the U.S. and Texas flags by the Reno Rockets Flight Crew, this year’s retirees walked to the stage following introductions by SISD Superintendent Mike Kelley.

Speakers highlighted each retiree’s career in the classroom, lauding their dedication and devotion to the students.

This year’s retirees included Jackie Atkins, Mary Beckworth, Sharon Buell, Marty Findley, Cindy Goodson, Susan Mauldin, Hueelen Marrell, Sharron Murphree, Linda Patterson, Judy Walls, and Phyllis Wilson.

Teacher and Paraprofessional of the Year were announced next.

Those winners were: Goshen Creek Elementary – Eleanor Carter, teacher, and Christy Lemons, paraprofessional Springtown Elementary – Marsh Winfield and Marsha D’Avingnon Reno Elementary – Katie Wellborn and Carmen Apolinar Springtown Intermediate – Suzanne Stewart and Karen Read Springtown Middle School – Cheryl Brouhard and Letty Camacho Springtown High School – Christie Thompson and Linda Autry This year’s Educator Lamar Awards – named after the Father of Texas education, Mirabeau B. Lamar – were named next.

Winners of the award, sponsored by Eureka Lodge No. 371, were chosen in part by past recipients.

Those victors were: Jodee Gilbert-Uhlmann – Goshen Creek Elementary Donna Rutherford – elementary Cindy Haugen – secondary level Reno Elementary School Principal Traunsa Reeves received Shane Strickland – district level The event ended with service awards, including one her 35-year service award from Superintendent Mike Kelley 35-year pin awarded to Traunsa Reeves of Reno Ele- during the annual personnel awards ceremony May 19.

Photo courtesy of the SHS yearbook staff mentary.

Obituaries

Kenneth Ray Harrison 1931-2015

2015 in Weatherford.

A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday, May 28, 2015 at First Baptist Church, Springtown. Interment will be at Perrin Cemetery. Visitation was held from 6 - 8 p.m.

Wednesday at White’s Funeral Home, Springtown.

Kenneth was born Sept. 25, 1931 in Munday to the late Henry and Pearl Harrison. He retired from the Federal Aviation Administration after 35 years of service. Kenneth was a devoted member of the First Kenneth Ray Harrison, 83, Baptist Church of Springpassed away Monday, May 25, town.

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NEWS DIGEST Annual bike rally arrives June 6 The Sixth Annual All-American Bike Rally takes off from Springtown High School Saturday, June 6 at 8 a.m.

The fee is $25 in advance or $30 on the day of the event, per rider.

The rally, which covers a variety of distances, is part of the “Triple Dog Dare You” three-race challenge with Granbury and Weatherford.

To register, call 817-220-7828 or visit www.bikereg.com or download a form at www.springtownchamber.org and fax it to 817-523-3268.

SEF golf tournament set for June 11 The annual Springtown Educational Foundation’s benefit golf tournament is slated for Thursday, June 11 at Azle’s Cross Timbers Golf Course, 1181 South Stewart Street.

Proceeds raised go to scholarships for the SHS graduating Class of 2016.

Entry forms are available at SISD offices at 101 East 2nd Street and Cross Timbers.

For more information, call Tootie Hall at 817-789-2008.

Special test signups end June 12 For the July 2015 TAKS exit level tests, TAKS out-of-school (OOS) examinees (including former TAAS and TEAMS examinees) must register online at http://www.TexasAssessmentcom/taksoos.

Registration for the July exit level tests ends June 12, 2015 at 5 p.m. Examinees who do not register by this date must be registered by the SHS campus test coordinator on the day of testing. The July 2015 TAKS exit level tests will be administered as follows: July 6 (English language arts); July 7 (math); July 8 (science); July 9 (social studies).

On the day(s) of testing, examinees should arrive at Springtown High School at least 30 minutes before the designated testing time. Examinees must present picture identification, such as a driver’s license, DPS ID, military ID, school ID, or resident alien card to test. Examinees will not be able to take the test(s) without a picture ID. Contact the SHS campus test coordinator for designated testing times.

Springtown’s George named to Dean’s list

Shayla Rae George, of Springtown, was named to Schreiner University Dean’s List.

George was included on the roster of high-achieving students for the spring 2015 term.

To qualify for the Dean’s List, a full-time student must have passing grades in all courses and Kenneth was preceded in must earn at least a 3.50 grade point average with at least 12 hours credit for the term.

Schreiner University is located in Kerrville, Texas. death by his first wife, Margaret, and his parents.

Survivors include wife, Ola Mae Harrison; daughters, Cheryl Franklin; Phyllis DeGarmo and husband, Rob; Austin Dean Smith, a Springtown native, from DBU. step-sons, Jerry, Paul Woods graduated with a Master of Education in EducaDBU is a comprehensive Christ-centered uniand wife, Willene; five grandtional Leadership from Dallas Baptist University versity dedicated to producing servant leaders children; eight great-grand(DBU) during spring commencement. through the integration of faith and learning. children; brother, Charles HarAustin was among the 655 graduates receiving DBU provides nationally recognized prorison; and numerous nieces undergraduate, Master’s, and doctoral degrees grams in adult education and online education. and nephews.

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Music is great, but can a song save your life?

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n David Letterman’s last show, he exited his lengthy TV career to a song by the Foo Fighters, “Everlong.”

He mentioned how special the song was to him as he recovered from heart surgery years earlier.

I know what he’s talking about.

Sometimes a song takes on some kind of special power, one that affects only you in an indescribable way.

And you latch onto it for dear life.

For most of us, “Everlong” is just another rock song. But not for Letterman.

That’s how I feel about an obscure song you’ve probably never heard of, R.E.M.’s “Endgame.”

In February 1996 – early on the morning of the 27th, to be exact – I was heading to what would become a five-alarm apartment fire in Arlington.

But I never made it. En route, I felt left arm numbness, unbelievable nausea, and I started sweating madly.

Holy cow, was I having a heart atON YOUR tack at 39 years old?!

MARK I spent the rest of the shift in the ER; then, after the blood work was deemed Mark K. Campbell okay, I was sent home.

But the symptoms returned, and I

began an insane amount of testing to try to figure out what was wrong.

I was ridiculously fit then: I tested in the one percentile of humanity on the treadmill. (Oh, to be in such good shape today!)

All tests kept coming back fine; they final-

ly settled on reflux as the culprit, but I knew it was not just that. (A truism: No one will ever know your body better than you.)

So, while I went through proddings and pokings, I would come home – incredibly nauseated with plenty of anxiety – and plop down in front of our home computer (a behemoth tower in those days).

The machine could play music and I put in R.E.M.’s Out of Time then clicked over to “Endgame.”

There are no words in it – just some “da-das.” I don’t know why I found such solace in the music, but I did.

Somehow, I knew I wouldn’t die if

that song was playing. Sounds dumb, of course, but I sat there and listened to “Endgame” (appreciating the irony of the title) over and over and over.

Day after day. Over and over.

I finally self-diagnosed myself with physical exhaustion. I began taking a few vacation days.

And, weeks later, I started a steady recovery.

Can a song save your life? I don’t have solid proof, but I say yes.

Mark K. Campbell is the Epigraph editor and figured a religious song should’ve fixed things but that wasn’t the case in 1996 despite plenty of cueing up of DC Talk’s “Jesus Freak.”

On how to take a compliment

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on Smelley, Parker County Farm Bureau president, said a new ruling by the House of Representatives against the Environmental Protection Agency is a good thing.

The U.S. House moved to stop the implementation of the EPA’s Waters of the U.S. (WOTUS) effort.

Smelley said that plan would “greatly limit what Texas landowners are able to do with their property.”

WOTUS would have expanded federal jurisdiction over very small water bodies, flood plains, and land that is not even wet most of the time, Smelley said.

“We want clean water,” he said. “But that’s not what this is. This is an attempt

to control what we do on our lands.

“The move by the U.S. House is a step in the right direction.”

The president said plenty of farmers and ranchers in Parker County had voiced opposition.

“It’s time to ditch this rule for Texas’ sake,” Smelley said.

There is more information on “Ditch the Rule” at ditchtherule.fb.org.

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ou have an interesting bringing the compliment. sense of humor.”

That sentence folSpiritualized Faux Humility – “It lowed, “I enjoy read- wasn’t me, it was all God.” Here’s ing your newspaper the truth: God could have used anycolumn” when I was one He wanted. He doesn’t need us. introduced to someone at a funeral Here’s another truth: In this circumvisitation. After four years of writing stance, God chose to use US and He newspaper columns, I never know has gifted and equipped us for this where I’m going to meet a new reader. moment. Do we really want to deny I took the sense of humor the work of His grace in us comment as a compliment – and through us in the life because the context seemed of another person – just so to favor that interpretation. we can look spiritual?

But I still had to reply, “Well, ‘interesting’ is defiSelf-abasement – I’m nitely a good description.” not talking about self-depAt some point in our recating humor. I’m talklives, most of us are going ing about a true belief that to have to figure out how to you are without any worth take a compliment. Mason to God and His kingdom Cooley said, “We are prepurposes; that just how pared for insults, but comunworthy you are is going pliments leave us baffled.” LIFE MATTERS to be found out at any moI actually addressed this ment. If you really believe issue earlier this year in a Gerry Lewis that about yourself, please blog post that did not apspend some time with a pear as a newspaper column. I’m not counselor who can guide you through going to duplicate that post in its en- a process of understanding who you tirety, but here are some excerpts from are in Christ. the thoughts I shared about how NOT So, how should we respond? I want to respond: you to try these two simple words on for size: “Thank” and “you.”

Arrogance – “I was good, wasn’t Once you get those mastered, you I!” Most people won’t really say that, might really go out on a limb and say but we might just fail to acknowledge something like, “Thank you. I really the compliment. Arrogance may not appreciate your kind words. It was my be intended, but we may give the im- pleasure.” pression that we think we are too good When we take a compliment that to speak to someone who made the ef- way, the person giving it has been fort to bring the compliment. acknowledged. The compliment, received. The blessing, returned. And Faux Humility – “Oh, it was noth- God has been glorified in our attitude ing, really.” We don’t believe it was as well as our words. nothing, do we? If it really was nothActions…words…attitudes…they ing, why did we bother to do it? Se- all matter to God. riously! Do we really have enough Azle resident Dr. Gerry Lewis is director of misspare time on our hands to spend it sions for the Harvest Baptist Association, which doing nothing and doing nothing pub- is headquartered in Decatur. He writes a blog at licly? It was something to the person www.drgerrylewis.com.

A grandfather’s story, Part 7: Work hard, play hard

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he haying season was an important event. We used a clumsy horse rake that was dragged along the ground by one horse.

When the rake was full, it was dumped by a sort of revolving process. I recall one incident in which the performance of this duty involved me in a peck of trouble, and shed a new light on the subject in a ‘pointed’ way, so to speak.

“It was a hot day, in midsummer, and I was so sleepy that I nearly fell off the horse at times. Father was holding the rake, and manipulating its eccentric evolutions, or rather its revolutions. The old sorrel horse was apparently ruminating on the futility of ‘making hay while the sun shone.’

All nature seemed to be inclined to drowse, when suddenly there was an awakening. Old Sorrel was making a futile effort to kick some object off his left ear with his near hind foot.

“Then he manifested a desire to jump out of his harness, kick the rake The

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over or perform other similar exercises, which no well-regulated horse should be guilty of, under normal conditions. On looking back over my shoulder I observed that Father was engaged in a mysterious and inexplicable operation. He had a wisp of hay in one hand and his old straw hat in the other, and was seemingly attempting to brush something away from his neck and head.

“About this time I was made painfully aware of the true inwardness of the situation. I wore a hickory shirt and a very loose pair of trousers. A big bumblebee had found his way up the leg of my nether garment, and when he reached the right place, he left a deep impression, causing me to dismount suddenly and emulate Father's example in hunting a wisp of hay.

When the excitement subsided we smoked out the bees and dug up their nest, which was hidden in a little hole in the meadow.

“There was weeding to be done, and it seemed as if we never could get

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those weeds all killed, and I suppose, as a matter of fact, we never did. About the only way Father could get a fair amount of work done was to give us a ‘stint’ HISTORICAL to perform. this was HIGHLIGHTS When finished we would be alLaurie Moseley lowed to play.

It is astonishing to learn what marvelous feats of labor could be performed, under these conditions.

“When the stint was finished and we were free, we usually made a grand rush for the Stump Pond. This pond was almost circular in shape. At one side was a gravelly beach where we undressed. Here the water was com-

paratively shallow, and the little fellows could wade and splash about in safety. Over on the south side was a steep bank, standing five or six feet above the level of the pond.

“An old elm stump projected over the water and made an excellent place from which to dive. Ordinarily the water was from five to six feet in depth.

The fellow who could take a header from the old stump was entitled to high rank among the daredevils. It seems but yesterday when my brothers, Frank, Albert, little brother Arthur, and myself made our way to the shady spot around the Stump Pond.

“The Mathews boys were often there, too. There was Lute, killed years ago, accidentally in Colorado, Will, who died in Colorado as a result of overwork as a physician, Elwyn, and Benny, all glorious fellows. What a noisy lot of roisterers we were. And how we did enjoy the old swimming holes.

“And so the time was spent, the hard work giving added zest to play. Not far

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from the house, on the other side of the creek was a small garden spot, in which Father planted a grove of walnut trees, about the time we moved into the concrete house near the creek. This was about 1867 or 1868.

I dropped the nuts for him, which he covered with a hoe. These grew, and in after years made a beautiful grove.

A natural grove already adjoined the walnut grove, which we improved, for a picnic ground. It was a grand place for picnics and family reunions.

“The young people of the neighborhood gathered here and had all sorts of fun. They would build a platform, and have a dance occasionally. We would take our old cabinet organ over there, and with violins, cello and other instruments we made the old woods ring. I played the violin. Albert furnished the bass with his cello, and sister Lottie played the organ, very skillfully.”

Laurie Moseley is an author, archeologist and historian who lives in Springtown. He is the director of Springtown’s Legends Museum.

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Texas government trinity of Abbott, Patrick, Straus announce tax relief package compromise

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ov. Greg Abbott, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and House Speaker Joe Straus on May 21 jointly announced a $3.8 billion tax relief package for Texas businesses and homeowners.

According to the announcement, the agreement reached

by Patrick and Straus on a tax proposal, along with additional legislation, includes: 1. A 25 percent permanent reduction in the business margins tax; 2. A $10,000 increase in the homestead exemption, beginning in 2015, subject to passage of a constitutional amendment adopted in the November election; and 3. SB 1760, legislation requiring a 60 percent vote of the governing body of any taxing unit wishing to adopt an increase in property taxes that exceeds the effective tax rate.

“Texas leaders have come to-

gether to advance conservative principles that will improve the lives of Texans and continue to make Texas the model for doing business,” Abbott said. “Every dollar businesses and homeowners pay in taxes is a dollar that could be invested in new jobs, higher wages and stimulating the Texas economy.”

Meanwhile, the passage of a state budget for fiscal years 2016 and 2017, the Legislature’s primary task, is in its final stages. The buzz around the Capitol before Memorial Day weekend was that with tax relief resolved, an agreement on the budget that will satisfy the governor’s expectations will soon follow.

Unemployment numbers reported Texas Workforce Commission on May 22 reported Texas has added an estimated 287,000 seasonally adjusted jobs over the past year including a modest gain in April with the ad-

dition of 1 , 2 0 0 p o s i tions during the month.

T h e state unemployment rate remained steady at STATE 4.2 percent in CAPITAL April, down a HIGHLIGHTS full perEd Sterling centage point from 5.2 percent a year ago. Texas continues to trend well below the national unemployment rate of 5.4 percent.

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With more than 260,000 available jobs currently posted on WorkInTexas.com, job seekers have good options here in Texas.”

Legislators agree on e-cig bill SB 97 by Sen. Juan “Chuy” Hinojosa, D-McAllen, would ban the sale of e-cigarettes to minors. The Senate concurred

with House amendments on May 18, allowing the legislation to proceed to the governor’s office for a final signature.

According to the Senate news service, House provisions added to the bill would strengthen on-line sales restrictions and the penalty for selling e-cigarettes to minors would be a fine of up to $500, the same as selling tobacco products to a minor. If Gov. Abbott signs the bill into law, it will take effect on Oct. 1.

E-cigarettes vaporize a liquid containing nicotine that is inhaled by the user. Hinojosa expressed concern that use of “vaping” products is growing among younger Texans, saying, “We now have many minors using e-cigs in school because they think that it is a way to avoid smoking tobacco cigarettes.”

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Weekend patrols to increase Texas Department of Public Safety on May 20 announced a plan to increase trooper patrols this Memorial Day weekend on Texas roadways. Troopers will be looking for drunken drivers, speeding, and seat belt and other traffic violators statewide.

Last year during the Memorial Day weekend, DPS troopers arrested 413 drunk drivers and issued 5,439 speeding citations, 1,053 seat belt and child safety restraint tickets, and cited 684 drivers for driving without insurance. Additionally, troopers made 182 fugitive arrests and 168 felony arrests.

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Ball teams earn All-District kudos

Two Lady Porcupines earned SHS softball and baseball squads reached the postseason “superlatives,” special recognithanks to talented players – tion for the 2015 season.

Kaitlin Hill was the District many of whom received post8-4A Offensive Player of the district honors.

Year while Brittany Burris was selected as the Utility Player of the Year.

SOFTBALL In baseball, Logan McPherALL-DISTRICT son, Russell Gideon, and KaOffensive Player of the Year leb Chesney were First Team Kaitlin Hill choices.

Utility Player of the Year Brittany Burris BASEBALL First Team ALL-DISTRICT Gabby Casanova, CF First Team Jasmine Ricks, C Logan McPherson, P Second Team Russell Gideon, INF Martha Chavez, RF Kaleb Chesney, INF Kayla White, P Second Team Chayton Seabourn, 2B Chance Nelson, OF Ekko Hurst, 3B Honorable Mention Honorable Mention Garrett Mauldin, INF Julia Perez Even though he excelled as a shorstop, Porcupine LoTyler Hickman, OF gan McPherson was an 8-4A First Team All-District pick Lady Porcupine Kaitlin Hill’s 2015 play made her the Brittany Briggs as a pitcher.

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Summer camps ready to kick off next week; POJO Maker deadline May 31 It’s summer sports camp time!

Beginning June 1 with volleyball, several other camps run all the way into August.

The volleyball camp is set for June 1-4 for youth entering grades 4-9. It costs $50 and will be conducted at the Springtown High School gym.

Also beginning June 1 is the arrival of the annual Speed and Strength Camp known as the POJO Maker.

That fee is $100 and it runs six weeks, through July 16.

Held at the SHS Multi-Purpose Center (MPC), the POJO Maker is split into two sessions – one for boys entering grades 9-12 and another for boys 7-8 and girls 7-12. The registration deadline is May 31.

Other camps: • Soccer – June 2-5, three sessions for grades 1-3; 4-6; and 7-9 at Porcupine Stadium.

$30/$40/$50.

• Baseball – June 8-11, grades 3-9 at the MPC. $50 • Girls’ basketball – June 8-11 for grades K-9 at the SHS gym. $50 • Softball – June 15-18, two sessions for grades 3-5 and 6-9 at the SHS softball field. $40/$50 • Boys’ basketball – June 1518, grades K-8 at the SHS gym. $50

• Football – July 27-30, grades 7-9 at the MPC. $50 A pair of “elite” camps is also slated.

For the special soccer camp, the dates are June 2-5 with a $60 fee. Boys take the pitch from 9-11 a.m. and girls from 11:15-1:15 p.m. The camps for grades 9-12 will be held at the stadium.

The Elite Volleyball Camp arrives July 30-Aug. 1 for

grades 9-12 and costs $125. It’s set for the SHS gym.

All camp information is available at springtownisd.net under “Athletics” and “General Information.”

Excluding elite camps, each child after the first one that registers for the same camp from the same family can participate at half price.

More info at 817-220-3040, the athletic director’s office.

Oops...

Last week, we said that Dillon Springfield was the first Porcupine state track champion. That’s wrong.

Former Athletic Director Bill Reed recalled that someone in the mid-1960’s won a state title. He’s right.

SHS’ first track champ – according to UIL archives – was Floyd Worlow who won the 1A shot in 1966 with a throw of 53 feet, 11.75 inches.

We’re sorry about that error and are happy to set the record straight.

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Forecast for Disney’s Tomorrowland: Boring Ah, Disney: The kings of making bland, forgettable movies – films that look so fantastic in advance and end up being “well, that was okay, I guess.” Tomorrowland is another one of those.

About the film (spoiler) The Movie Man got suckered in to putting Tomorrowland on his top 10 for the summer; that might become a rare Movie Man misfire.

While the advance notices were not great, Disney put on a big push to get audiences to the movie. But there’s some grumbling out there that the PG rating is too light.

There are some startlingly violent scenes in Tomorrowland that are surprising some folks who are taking their young children to auditoriums. Instead of a sci-fi-lite, follow-your-dream gooey Disney concoction, there are scenes of decapitation, amputation, fights, and even a little girl getting hit by a car. (It’s all robot damage, but they look human and that’s freaking out some children, apparently.)

So maybe Tomorrowland should be a PG-13. There have been plenty of movies that have questionable ratings – in fact deciding on how to rate a movie in the first place has been a chore ever since the initial ratings system in 1968 of G, M, R, and X (soon, M was changed to GP).

The big change arrived in 1984. Earlier, in 1975, Jaws got a PG yet it was full of horrific images. Then came 1984 when Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom (directed, like Jaws, by Steven Spielberg) and Gremlins (produced by Spielberg) were also parentally ragged for having too many scenes deemed inappropriate for children.

So the PG-13 was born – a rating to span the PG and R ratings. (Originally the rating was to be PG-14.) The first movie to get a PG-13 was Red Dawn on July 1, 1984.

Today, there are still ratings controversies and studios battle for the coveted PG-13 rather

than the R – which theoretically bans many teenagers and therefore cuts into the theatrical take. Cuts are almost always made after previews to make sure that the friendlier PG-13 is achieved. Tomorrowland probably should be a PG-13.

The plot Today’s world is crumbling.

There are wars and famine and death and mayhem everywhere. Genius teenager Casey (Britt Robertson), daughter of a NASA scientist (Tim McGraw) who will soon be out of work, gets arrested for damaging a launch pad.

When she gets her items back from the cops, a pin is with her belongings. Picking it up, she gets a glimpse of a futuristic society. A little girl, Athena (Raffey Cassidy), comes looking for Robertson. Their journey leads them to cranky adult Frank (George Clooney) who was part of Tomorrowland, a secret society where the best of the best worked, as a child.

Robertson’s very presence causes a monitor blip that shocks Clooney. Soon, they are set upon by killer humanoid robots from Tomorrowland. The only way to stop what is deemed the end of the world in 58 days is to travel to the dimension that houses Tomorrowland.

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There, Governor Nix (Hugh Laurie) oversees a dilapidated landscape – one far different looking than Robertson glimpsed. Laurie says Earth had plenty of chances to be a wonderful place but they blew it, so Tomorrowland is going to let the world end.

But, Robertson has a plan…

What works Clooney is always fun. He’s a bit craggy these days, but he wears it well and it fits this role.

The movie is much better when he’s around. Laurie makes for a good bad guy, too.

The actual plot – that there’s a pin that can take you to a wonderland – is a great idea. Even though opportunities seem

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There’s a fun (and violent) sequence in a Houston toy store that contains a ton of “Easter eggs” for the Disney faithful.

Best scene (spoiler) The ending helps Tomorrowland a lot. The day has been saved and a new breed of young human-looking robots is being sent to Earth to seek out the next

generation of dreamers and creators. The unique pin is shown being clandestinely given to a variety of folks – environmentalists, singers, artists, scientists – all of whom, in the final scene, pop up in a vast wheat field with Tomorrowland in the distance.

It’s a great image.

What doesn’t work (spoilers) This is classic, icky, treehugging Disney at its finest – peace, love, and happiness will help us all get along.

The plot’s pivot point – that a giant antenna is beaming negative images down to Earth and that’s what’s causing all the evil in the world – is pretty dumb.

And so is the resolution to take down the tower.

Robertson is grating and buying her as a genius is hard.

The scene where Clooney says farewell to young girl robot Cassidy it’s a little creepy.

He fell in love with her as a young boy; of course, she never aged, so grizzly, teary-eyed old man Cooney hovering over an 8-year-old girl is more than offputting.

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the lack of “flow” in Tomorrowland. The movie staggers around herky-jerky, and it’s anything but smooth.

The rating As mentioned, the violence is severe enough to warrant a PG-13 and that car-hitting-girl scene is downright shocking.

Summing up Even with director Brad Bird and Lost’s Damon Lindelof involved, Tomorrowland is a disappointment. It should’ve been an awe-inspiring marvel, yet, somehow, it’s almost boring.

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A great exchange

Student from Germany samples American life in Azle

BY MISTY SHAW It’s not every day that a high school student leaves home at age 15 and flies halfway across the world to join a new family in a different country.

But that’s exactly what foreign exchange students do, including Azle High School’s Benedikt Witteler, who came here from Germany last year as part of the Northwest Student Exchange (NWSE) program.

“I’m having a good time,” Witteler said. “In the beginning it was probably a little hard, but I never really was homesick.

“It was super easy for me to make friends. Everybody was really nice and now I have a lot of friends here, so that’s great.”

A new family Witteler has become a valued member of the Roddy family, bonding closely with fellow AHS student Xan Roddy and his older sister, Kali Roddy, who live in Azle with their grandparents, Earyl and Betty Roddy.

“It’s been a great experience for us,” said Earyl Roddy.

“Benedikt just fits in extremely well with the family – right from the beginning, he started catching on to the family jokes and everything that we do.”

Though he is a long way from his home and family in the

Benedikt Witteler, an exchange student from Germany, was welcomed with open arms by his host family in Azle: (l-r) Xan Roddy, Benedikt Witteler, Betty Roddy, Earyl Roddy, and Kali Roddy. Witteler returns home now that his sophomore year at AHS is completed. small village of Wachenheim, Germany, Witteler seems right at home among the Roddys.

“He’s very helpful around the house, which I hope will set a better example for two other

people,” Earyl Roddy quipped. calated really quickly, and now “We just could not have imag- we’re just really, really close.” ined him fitting so well within The boys had similar interests the family.” in marching band and sports, with Roddy helping Witteler Studying abroad, locally understand the rules of AmeriWitteler is one of five foreign can football and baseball when exchange students enrolled at they attended local games.

AHS this year; Springtown Witteler has been very active High School has six. in extracurricular activities at “These are amazing kids,” said Susan Jackubowski, NWSE area coordinator. “They often speak three or four languages, and they’re very strongly based in community activities – they’re the kind of kids you want to give this opportunity.”

There’s a common theme among the program’s applicants, Jackubowski said.

“They all say the same thing in their letters – they want to see what American teenage life is like, because America is the dream.

“What they are all looking for is to live the daily life of an American teenager."

Witteler has two older sisters, both of whom also participated in a foreign exchange program.

AHS, where he found more opportunities to do so than in Germany. There, activities are done privately after school only one or two days a week.

“I’m having a lot of fun in band,” he said. “I play tennis, and I play the trumpet, but in Germany, we don’t have marching band for example, so

that was a great experience in the summer. It’s just a lot of fun to do it on a daily basis.”

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him from excelling academically.

“School is not so hard here, not so stressful,” he said. “Here, with no high effort, I’m able to make really good grades, like all A’s and not have any trouble.

But for the effort I give here, in Germany, I would make like C’s and D’s.”

Earyl Roddy says Witteler is dedicated to his studies and has a strong work ethic.

“He’s a very hard worker -he works very hard on his academics and wants to succeed there. That’s just his way.”

Witteler even earned a letter jacket for his accomplishments in band, Roddy said.

“He did a solo in the UIL competition, so he’s qualified to get a letter jacket,” said Roddy.

“They’ll be ordering that next week and it won’t be in until the fall, so we’ll ship it to him.

But he’ll be the only one in his (German) high school with an Benedikt Witteler just finAmerican letter jacket to wear.” ished his sophomore year at AHS. Photo by Misty Shaw An exchange of cultures The Roddy household has A band trip over spring break been enriched by Witteler’s took him to Corpus Christi and presence, learning first-hand San Antonio, “so that was pretabout his German culture. ty cool,” he said.

“Benedikt and I – when it’s “We’ve also tried to take him just the two of us, we talk, and to different places around this it’s nice,” said Kali Roddy. “It’s area,” Earyl Roddy said. “One nice hearing from a different weekend, my wife took him all country’s perspective, it’s re- over downtown Dallas to see ally interesting. that area too. We tried to show “We’ve learned a lot about him just as much as we can.”

Germany – it’s Witteler also not just alcohol accompanied and wieners,” the Roddy famshe joked. ily to church; Of course, he and Xan Witteler has abRoddy even sorbed plenty played the part of American of shepherds in culture, too. the Christmas Earyl Roddy He and Xan pageant.

Host family member Roddy can of“Church is ten be found very different watching rehere, because runs of How I Met Your Moth- in Germany we only have Cather, and Witteler has developed olic and Protestant churches, a penchant for spicy Mexican and here in the United States food. you have like, everything, and “We have Mexican food in that’s cool to see how different Germany, but we only eat it it is,” Witteler said. like once every few months,” said Witteler. “In general, you Family ties across the pond don’t go out to eat that often in Witteler often uses Skype to Germany.” keep in touch with his family They’ve gone bowling and back home, helping the Roddys seen a few big-screen movies, develop an international familand Witteler has now been to ial relationship with them.

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they’re very nice people, very supportive,” Earyl Roddy said.

“I don’t know if we will, but someday we’d sure like to meet them,” Earyl Roddy said.

Xan Roddy says he definitely plans to visit Witteler in Germany someday; he’s already trying to save money for the trip.

“At my house, you’re always welcome,” Witteler told Roddy.

Bonds to last a lifetime With the school year coming to a close this week, Witteler will soon return home with “mixed feelings” about leaving his Roddy family.

“Of course I’m looking forward to seeing my family again, and my German friends, but like, one week later, I’m going to feel the same way about the people and family here,” he said. “But I think it’s a good sign if I’m going to miss everybody here. You just can’t be in two places at the same time.”

Xan Roddy said “Benny told me he wishes he could just go to Germany for like, two weeks, and then come back here, and just go back and forth – he wants to stay here, but he also wants to see his family.”

Perhaps that’s what makes it so hard for Witteler to leave, having had such a positive experience in America.

“I am glad that I got to go the entire school year,” Witteler said. “It gives you so much more experience, and it helps my English, which has gotten better, and I think you’re learning way more after 10 months, so I’m glad that I got to stay.”

Life will be different for the Roddy family, too, after “Benny” has gone back to Germany.

“We’re definitely going to miss him,” Earyl Roddy said, to which Witteler immediately replied, “I’m going to miss you!”

Consider hosting Jackubowski said hosting a foreign exchange student is a fun and rewarding experience for all involved, and encouraged more local families to participate.

“We’re not looking for just traditional families – it can be single-parent families, retirees – anybody can host these students,” she said.

For more information about the NWSE program, email susanjackubowski@gmail.com or call 678-429-6707.

The Azle News and Springtown Epigraph welcome new part-time reporter Misty Shaw to the editorial staff.

“I’m really excited to be here,” Shaw said. “Everyone has been so warm and friendly, and I enjoy getting to know people in my new community.”

Though she is new to the area, Shaw is no stranger to the newspaper business. After graduating from Tarleton State University with a BA in English, she got her start in 2004 as a reporter for the Stephenville Empire-Tribune.

She was promoted to News Editor in 2006, but shortly thereafter, her husband, Doug Shaw, gained employment with the State of Texas in Austin, so the couple relocated.

After living in Austin for almost a decade, the Shaws happily returned to the North Texas area, having moved to Springtown three months ago.

After working as a proofreader for the last several years, Shaw says she was eager to get back to her writing roots as a newspaper reporter.

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Compliments of a’s arc&iAUTOMOTIVE GTIRE SHOP Rural Gas Supply 11480 FM 730 S 2 miles south of Azle

817-444-1301

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

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

PROPANE

140 W. MAIN ST.

817-444-4613

“In business since 1946�

Our family serving your family since 1908

Call Johnna for details TODAY

817-270-3340 Cliff’s AUTO SERVICE CENTER

Propane, Inc.

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

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

Clay Stanton

“Celebrating 15 years serving Azle area�

Joe Rider A RETIREMENT AND ASSISTED LIVING COMMUNITY

Phone 817-444-2533 B.J. Clark

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

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

Ad Classifi cation 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

001 Air Conditioning/Heating

46........... Looking to Buy 47.............. Lost & Found 48 Maintenance/Repairs 49...................... Masonry 50 Mobile Home Service 51................ Motorcycles 52.........................Movers 53.. Musical Instruments 54........... Music Lessons 55.............Miscellaneous 56........................ Notices 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

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

Up to 16 words, first insertion:

Combo (Azle & Springtown) Only $8.00!

Over 16 words, add 20 cents per word • Discounted rates for additional insertions available if no weeks are skipped and words do not change

(All ads must be paid in advance unless you have previously established credit)

June 17 • 10 AM Property tour: Sunday, May 31 • 1 – 4 PM

97± ACRES

Tract A - 53± acres, 3 BR, 2 BA 1,800± sq-ft home Barn, shop, & pecan orchard Tract B - 22± acres Tract C - 11± acres, 4 BR, 2 BA 2,500± sq-ft home Tract D - 11± acres, 3 BR, 2 BA 1,600± sq-ft home

BufordResources.com

Campers & Trailers

Like new Fun Finder: 1 BR 1 BA, sleeps 6, 26 ft., slideout, stove, oven, push button awning, hitch hookup with stabilizers. Have to see to appreciate, $15,000. 817688-8297.

101 Southeast Parkway • Azle

817-444-5074

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Boats, Motors

2004 Mountaineer Model 305FKS, 1 BR 1 BA, sleeps 6, slideout, has stove, oven, new fridge, hitch hookup, 32 ft. $10,000. 817-223-4355.

2010 North Trail RV, 30’ RLSS, low tow miles, excellent condition, $22,500. 817-523-7981. Must sellhealth reasons.

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Carports/Patios

Carports & Patio Covers, all steel construction. Off-duty firefighter.

817-925-0922.

Advertising Works!

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Cement Work

2005 Stingray 195LS, 20 ft. bowrider with I/O Mercruiser 4.3L, 6 cyl., 190 HP and trailer. $14,000. Seldom used. 817-7097769.

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

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J.A.M. Concrete

Business minded Certified Personal Trainers who are passionate to change lives. Email resume to kimsmith@campgladiator.com.

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

HALL'S

Sand, Dirt & Gravel Qualified Family Business Since 1938

☺ All types materials delivered ☺

Excavation—Final Grade—Demolition We Shape the World to Fit Your Needs!

You have a Friend in the Business!

(817)221-2681

Field Trips! ARK Christian Learning Center is Now Enrolling ‘Focus Weeks’ Summer Program, K-6, as well as Pre-K, Abeka accredited curriculum. 6A-6:30P. All 3 meals and snacks included. Drop-off and pick-up at all Azle schools and Reno. 817-237-3711 or 817-9945228.

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Farm Equipment

FOR SALE: Mitsubishi MTE 2000 garden tractor with 4 wheel drive, 25 HP diesel, 4 speed PTO and box blade. $4,200. 817-2237061.

Electrician

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

USA A BETTER ELECTRICAL SOLUTION, INC. Commercial, Residential, Industrial NO JOB TOO SMALL Emergency Service Service & Repairs Licensed & Insured TECL 20822 817-849-1534

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GABRIEL’S SERVICES. Small excavation, gravel driveways, demolition, brush, fences, etc. 817583-0056 or 817-258-1140.

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

Dump Truck Hauling

817-919-3696

TOM'S BOBCAT SERVICE 444-5069 • Small jobs accepted • Rough landscaping • Jobsite clearing

ALL TYPES OF EXCAVATING Tanks • House Pads • Clearing

Kiley Chesney Construction

Bobcat & Tractor Service

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

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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.

Saul SalinaS All Types of Fencing Farm and Ranch

940-577-6781 • 940-393-9754

• Lot Clearing • Driveways/Parking Lots • Pasture Mowing

817-991-9430

Deer Ridge Estates. 100 Rattling Antler Court, Azle. 7A-1P Saturday, May 30. Couch, baby gear, clothes, toys, decor, household items, misc.

13930 Briarwood Court, Azle (FM 730 near Briar) Saturday, May 30th, 8A-1P. Tools, hunting/ fishing equipment, deck boat, lawn equipment, dining table, antiques and men’s, kid’s & plus size clothing.

Friday & Saturday, May 29th-30th, 8A-6P, 700 W. White Dove, Azle.

Lots of collectibles and misc.

817-237-2092 035 Garden/Mowing Service 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.

WE-MOW-IT Lawn Care Service.

Professional service, affordable prices. Free Estimates. Call Cliff 817-343-7022. Visit our web page at We-Mow-It.com.

If you need your pasture mowed, call 940-389-1936.

WANTED: Independent Gardener 1-2 days weekly to plant flowers and maintain gardens and flowers. 817360-6684.

Moving Sale at 1111 N. Stewart Street Saturday, May 30th from 8A4P. We have a little bit of everything, so please come by.

Irrigation Repair

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

Lawn Care Time? Call Scott at BEST MAN LAWN CARE 817-629-6755.

817-845-6965

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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

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

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

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A.W. TEATER

Sand • Top Soil • Gravel

817-523-7248 • 817-239-6215

3 Family Garage Sale Friday & Saturday, 8A-? 805 Timberoaks Drive, Azle.

TIGERT & SONS IRRIGATION. 25+ years experience. We do it all! Lic# 4543. Call Jim 817-480-8465.

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817-480-8841

Garage Sales

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

1951 International Harvester Farmall Cub, needs TLC. Has blade, good paint job. $3,300 firm. 817-677-3975.

Riding Mower, Washer, Dryer, Furniture, Kitchen Items, Linens, 5 Piece Patio Set, Dolls, Home Decorations, Collectibles & much more.

Priced to Sell

TEXAS CONCEALED HANDGUN LICENSE CLASSES in Azle/ Springtown. txchlcoach.com or 817-757-6507.

Multi Family Sale Friday & Saturday, 8A-4P, 1050 Sterling Lane, Azle.

023 Computers/Services HomeComputerWiz. Computer repair specialist: hardware & software. Call today! Terry Jones 682-229-7273. Email: homecomputerwiz@yahoo.com.

Website: homecomputerwiz.com.

HUGE GARAGE SALE

Hal Freeman - Owner

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Garage Sales

6073 Timber Trail, Azle (off FM 1886) Friday - Saturday 8am - 6pm

Moving Sale Saturday only, 8A-?

13735 Liberty School Road, Azle.

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

817-675-4921 www.bulldawgelectric.com.

TECL#25253.

& Truck Co.

BLUE COLLAR GARAGE Classic Car Repair Buy/Sell Classic Cars From the Driveway To the Highway 817-996-7887

38 years serving Azle & Springtown

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817-237-2852

Cliff Hall

Bishop’s

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Demolition Lot Clearing Gravel Roads Driveways

Lic# #13500 | 10% BP. See website for complete terms

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WWW.WISECARANDTRUCK.NET

Top Soil Rough Landscaping Rock Work

Wednesday

Craig Buford | 405-833-9499

BAD CREDIT OK BUY HERE PAY HERE

Excavating

Freeman Construction

offered in 4 tracts

2003 Mercury Mountaineer, 134K miles, 3rd row seat, cold air, runs and drives good, $3,850. 817677-2007.

Nobody does it better!

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On-site Auction: 383 CR 3798, Springtown, Wise County, TX 76082

Extremely nice 2001 Toyota Avalon, fully loaded, new timing belt and water pump, $3,695.

817-932-9006.

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

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

• Boxed display ads also available

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Autos, Trucks

2011 Lexus 350, fully loaded, sunroof, 27K miles, $23,000. 817237-4712.

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

RATES

AIR WORKS BY SCOTT. A/C & Heating Service and installation, residential & mobile homes, Honest and Fair. TACLB017017E. 817-7248680 Boyd, TX.

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Springtown Epigraph THE

Trees trimmed-removed Full lawn care & haul-offs

GoGo Scooter, like new, works great, $500. 817-223-4355.

Sell it in the classifieds

Insured • Azle since 1962 Compare Prices

No Job Too Small 817-495-6157 Terms Available

All major credit cards accepted

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

STUMP GRINDING Don’t dig it! Grind it!

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

817-237-5592

RNA Lawn Services Spring has Arrived.

I would love to be your personal yard expert.

817-304-3677

Serving the Metroplex Since 1975 Family Owned• FREE ESTIMATES • INSURED SPRING DISCOUNT 10% OFF Residential • CommeRCial tRee Removal • topping pRuning • Feeding

817- 220-1141 817-444-9574

DOBBS

LAWN CARE & SERVICES Dependable - Responsible - Affordable Serving Parker, Tarrant & Wise Counties

817-773-8928 Mowing • Weedeating • Edging Leaf Removal • Tree Trimming & Hauling Splitting Wood • Brush Hogging Tractor / Dirt Work

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MCNEELY’S DEMOLITION & CLEANUP SERVICE Tear Down, Removal, Haul Off, Storage Buildings, Fences Free Estimates 817-996-7887 Scrap Metal Removal. Trash & brush hauled, household appliances, autos, lawn mowers, A/C units. 817374-2571.

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Now hiring experienced Cooks for catering, part-time or full-time. Must have valid driver’s license. Apply in person at Vance Godbey’s Catering, 8601 Jacksboro Highway, Fort Worth 76135. 817-237-2218.

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 minimum wage. Good potential for full-time employment.

Call Sandra or Carole at 817-2702747, Monday-Friday, 9A-3P. Need CDL Driver/Laborer and 2 Laborers for relocating houses. Must be able to drive standard and have current driver’s license. 817-4446516; 817-657-0704.

EAGLE CREST VILLA Now taking applications for 3P-11P and 11A-7P Personal Care Attendant shifts.

Wages dependent upon experience.

Please apply in person: 113 Denver Trail Azle.

Now hiring air conditioning & heating Service Technician. 817-444-3385 or 817-221-2470.

NURSES UNLIMITED, INC. is seeking Attendants in the Azle & Springtown area to assist clients in the home with personal care, meal prep and light housekeeping parttime. E.O.E. Call 1-800-891-3940.

D&S COMMUNITY SERVICES is looking for the right person for the right job. We’re checking applications for a Community Support Trainer for one of our consumers in the Azle area. For more information, please call Karen Booth or Teresa Morgan 940-6966464.

Man to help with lawn and other outside duties, $8/hour to start. 817905-2899.

WANTED: CERTIFIED LIFEGUARDS, June 15th-19th, $15/hour, in Azle area. All inquiries call 682-552-7230.

Classifieds

Deadline: 5:00 PM Monday

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Experienced Caterer needed.

Commission based salary. For more information call 817-5232033, ask for Ashley or email roadsidedickeys@gmail.com.

HIRING LVN Full-time, experience preferred Salary comp. on experience Fill out application at 113 Denver Trail, Azle

Trucking Company

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

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

817-444-7711 • 817-444-7774

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

ACROSS 1 get away from here 5 this Guthrie has been in 8 Farm Aid shows 6 most north TXns ____ for the Cowboys 7 TXism: “salt some ____” (save) 8 TXism: “___ be unarmed in a battle of wits” 9 Gulf shrimping device 12 TXism: “big as the side of _ ____” 17 Jimmy Johnson’s state of residence 19 lawyer, e.g.

21 Tex-Mex restaurant in the Metroplex 22 Barbary sheep 23 sarcastic laughter: “hardy ___ ___” 28 TXism: “____loose and fancy free” 29 TX Ray Price’s “My Shoes ____ Walking Back to You” 30 start of a flightless bird (2 wds.)

31 El Paso explorer: Juan de _____ 35 TX Willie sang “What Was __ ___ Wanted” 36 Wilson Co. seat 42 FBI files about persons or subjects 44 rustles up some grub 46 TXism: “changes his mind __ _____ __ he does socks”

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CLOSEOUT SATURDAY Hay Sale Fertilized Coastal Horse Quality 4x5 Round Bales $75 each Discount for 20 or more 817-221-3320 Fertilized Coastal round bales. Will deliver Springtown/Azle area. 940389-1936.

HAY: 64 fertilized round bales. Take all at $40/each. Must have means to load and haul. 817-233-7573.

SPRIGGING 5 Counties Jack, Wise, Tarrant, Parker, Montague

Health Care Billing & Collections Duties & Responsibilities are:

• Review new admissions to verify Insurance • Set up client information & rates • Medical Billing including medicare, Medicaid, Hospice, Private Pay & Insurance • Follow up of accounts to obtain payments & final disposition of claim Medicaid/Medicare Billing experience preferred • Competitive Pay & Benefits

Azle Manor Healthcare • 817-444-2536 • 721 Dunaway Lane • Azle

COSTAL OR TIFTON 940-229-1045 or 940-229-1046

Parts Driver/Warehouse Must have valid TXDL with good driving record.

Shop Helper/Porter Must have valid TXDL and be dependable.

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. Springtown ISD is accepting applications for Bus Drivers. Training available. Contact Kim Cremeen 817-220-1418.

NOW HIRING: Two Experienced Line Cooks, due to increased business. Pay based on experience.

Apply in person at SHINOLA’S TEXAS CAFE, Springtown.

CDL-A Driver needed for flatbed company. Must pass drug screen.

Call Patty for more information 817523-7037.

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.

A/C Service Technician needed, 5+ years experience, good driving record; HVAC Helper also needed.

817-270-8811.

Sales Professionals Needed Growing department seeking Team Members.

If you are looking for a career with unlimited earning potential, staff support and a great environment to take care of our customers, this is the place for you!

Must be customer friendly, motivated and willing to learn.

No experience necessary. Valid TXDL required.

Chrysler Certified Technicians Competitive pay and benefits.

Karl Klement Properties, Inc. Vending Route Driver Must have valid TXDL & be dependable

Maintenance Laborer Must have valid TXDL & be dependable Carpentry skills a plus! with professionalism, integrity and courtesy.

TEXAS CROSSWORD

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Drivers-OTR: Sign-on, Safety, Fuel Bonuses! NO-Touch Freight.

Excellent Safety Record and Benefits. Vacation, Holidays. Late Model Trucks with APU’s. CDL-A. Rusty 877-412-7209.

NOW HIRING experienced Presser.

Apply in person at Comet Cleaners, 489 E. Hwy 199, Springtown.

HIRING 2 LADIES FOR HOUSE CLEANING. Will NOT work every day. Available Monday thru Friday.

Schedule issued each Friday. Pocket money for Mom or kids. $60-$100+ a week. 817-237-9848, leave message for a call back.

Jodi Dusek, H/R Director

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

940-627-6362

We offer paid holidays, vacation & training.

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Home Improvement

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

• Insulation SPRING • 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

ROBERT’S HANDYMAN SERVICE. I do additions, kitchen & bathroom remodel, ceramic tile, foundation repair, painting, pressure washing, roofing, fencing and decks. Call for Free quote. 817-964-2562.

WORKHORSE HANDYMAN SERVICES. Bathrooms, kitchens, roofing, remodels, mobile home repair and roof repair, well repair.

Quality at a reasonable rate.

817-874-6109.

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 Porches, Stain Fence; ROOFING & More! FREE ESTIMATES. 817-9447658.

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. SPRING SPECIAL: 20% Off w/this Ad! 817-629-9608.

DANNY SHELTON HOME REPAIRS. Sheetrock repair, taping, texturing, doors, trim, painting. Springtown/ Azle. 940-456-3702.

ALL TYPES SIDING. Vinyl windows, all types of doors. Call Rick 817583-0261.

HANDYMAN We Cater to You

“Texas sTyle” Tile • Fencing • PainTing carPenTry • BaThrooms kiTchens • moBile home rePair We Do IT all No Job Too small

HANDYMAN SERVICE No Job Too Small Mobile Homes Welcome Ceiling Fans, Sheetrock, Painting, All Home Repairs 817-401-0415

Sebastian Enterprises CUSTOM HOME BUILDING Since 1995

817-239-9571 817-237-9571

REMODEL & REPAIR HOME & BUSINESS

Many Happy Local Customers Since 1978

Gary 817-550-7776

LOOK Vinyl Siding: Insulated Replacement

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Motorcycles

Windows: Complete Remodeling Lowest Prices: Best Material Free Estimates: Since 1963 817-991-6815

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House Cleaning

WILL CLEAN. Residential or Commercial. Honest and dependable. Please call Eileen at 409-734-7431 cell.

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

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

2008 Goldwing Trike, 34K miles, garage kept, excellent condition, $25,000. 817-565-4465.

Backgrounds Checked We furnish Tools & Chemicals

Hospitality Guarantee “Your Way”

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

You’ll love the care you get!

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Masonry Azle, TX ,L.L.C.

concrete

commercial • residential

For consideration of all positions apply to:

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Pinnacle Bank - Springtown has an opening for a

Please apply online at www.pinnbanktx.com

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Preferred qualifications include previous cash handling and customer service. An equal opportunity employer.

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Keith Hays Construction Company.

Check out the types cement work, carpentry, Advertising Really Works All roofing and metal buildings.

Community Classifieds.

FULL TIME TELLER

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TRIPLE K SERVICES, LLC Custom Cutting & Baling Light Tractor Work Insured Hay for Sale 817-401-6306

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

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

2006 Honda Shadow, 7,500 miles, 1 year warranty, $4,000.

Call Steve at 817-992-2627.

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Movers

U.S. Army Retired-but not tired!

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

Classified Ad Deadline: Mondays by 5PM

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Miscellaneous

H A R H A E MU E G I T Y O D O A S Y E

S C A A R L ROO AWA H E D F L O E L F R F G U F S S I O F T N

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Last Puzzle Solution

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T A X N A E S S E C R E T S

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Roofing

ANDERSON ROOFING & REMODELING Family Owned & Operated

N E R A D P

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Sand/Gravel

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

A sphAlt & G rAvel

A+ Rating • 35 Years Experience Commerical & Residential • Composition Roofs D-FW • Steel Roofs • Siding: plank/hardi/aluminum/steel • Gutters: 5” & 6” • Windows PREFERRED CONTRACTOR • Painting

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Classifieds

Deadline: 5:00 PM Monday

D R I V E W AY S

Seal Coating, Pot Hole Repairs, Crack Filling 817-907-7410 • 817-221-2125

www.owenscorning.com

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817-230-9215 • 817-705-3656

Pets/Livestock

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

HORSE SALE

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

36 Years in Azle

Friday, june 5, 2015 - 6:00 PM Hwy. 281 N. - Stephenville (254) 646-3161 or 968-4844 On-Site EIA Test - $20

817-237-2852

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Certified PREFERRED CONTRACTOR State Applicator #106

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www.owenscorning.com

817-690-0924 • Hot, Cold, Corrective

Commercial & Residential

• 26 yrs exp • Vet References • Prompt • Reliable Service

Well Drilling

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

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MIDVALLEY HORSESHOEING

Welding

Our Business is Metal Buildings - And We’re Good!

DESIGN

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Pool Service

Turn your green pool into a clean pool with GANNON SWIMMING POOL SERVICE. Call TODAY 817230-3838.

060 Professional Services

Contact Paul at Lone Star Professional Tuition & Management Solutions 817-228-3171 or email paul_nicholl2004@hotmail.com; www.lonestartuition.com.

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Plumbing

LANDERS PLUMBING CO.

Plumbing Repairs Drains Cleaned

Slab Leaks

817-444-3054 M10078

GFA/GRAHAM PLUMBING CO. M#15899

“The Solution To All Your Plumbing Needs”

CommercialResidential Serving Springtown, Azle, Boyd, Weatherford Area

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Deductible & Claim Assistance Senior Citizen Discount Repair $90.00 & Up

J.C.Henderson

$2.50 per sq.ft.

Choose your local contractors

682-229-8078 Free Estimates

817-688-6940

Robert Burge

Roofing & Remodeling Residential 817-344-8465 Commercial

New Construction Add On’s Electrical Painting

TARRANT COUNTY ROOFING. *Insurance Claims Specialists *Deductible Assistance *Free Inspections *Licensed & Fully Insured ***BBB MEMBER*** Call Sam at 817-583-3691.

Roofing continued next column...

Flooring Fencing Free Trimming Landscaping

Plumbing Sheetrock Roofing Remodeling

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Storage

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

817-444-3292

STORAGE UNITS West Side Storage 20-5813 1350 Liberty School Rd, Azle 2

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Now Leasing Storage Units

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

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5x10 $25/month

Special!

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

PRIVATELY OWNED RV SPACE AVAILABLE Safe, quiet and convenient.

6-month lease, references required, $300/mo. 817-706-4481.

Metal Building Specialist

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• Weld Ups/ Bolt Ups • Pipe Fencing • Concrete • Horse Barns • All Types Fencing • Metal Roofs

Compare Pricing NO JOB TOO SMALL

SPRINGTOWN APARTMENTS, 624 East 3rd Street. 2 bedroom 1 bath, clean, new carpet, $625/mo. includes water, trash service & basic cable, $500 deposit. 817-875-8406.

3-2 duplex, appliances, very clean, close to school, no pets, $875/mo.

817-444-3636.

Apartment for Rent: 3-1½, W/D hookups, CH/A, Azle/Reno area, $695/mo. 903-360-1583.

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.

FOR LEASE IN AZLEWOOD: 3-2-2, fenced, pool, fireplace, $1,200/mo. $800 deposit. 613 Rolling Ridge Court, Azle. 817-319-4517.

Adorable cottage by lake, 2 bedroom 1 bath, WBFP, new tile, carport, water paid, $850/mo. 817238-7737.

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

817-246-4646

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LL SHE817-220-4678 • 3080 W. Hwy 199 12667 FM 730 South • 1 mile south of Azle

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

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

We’ll relocate your RV here for FREE!

Metal Building Erectors

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

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

(up to 50 miles)

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

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Pecan Acres RV Park Inc.

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1220 E. Hwy. 199 • Springtown

Corner of Main St. & Locust • Azle

086 Mobile Home/RV Lots PELICAN BAY: Mobile Home Lots for rent: 1708 GALE DRIVE, $155/ mo. $50 deposit. Gene Thompson & Associates, 817-246-4646. gtatx. com. Hablamos Español.

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

Stewart Bend Duplex Homes in Azle.

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

$

Sell It

Convenient Location

3-2 SW on 2 Acres.

Owner will Finance with No Credit Check.

817-994-3730 richardwhitetx@yahoo.com

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

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

We’ll be here after the storm.

Classifieds!

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

Rent Furnished

$

WELD-DONE CONSTRUCTION LTD.

In The

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

Pre-Engineered Weld-Ups Barns/Shops Chad Shearer-817-696-7173 Zach Wright-817-475-5455

FREE INSPECTION 817-296-2880

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

Call us for a metal roof quote.

UNITS FOR RENT starting at $550/ mo. $450 deposit. A background fee is required. 817-221-3112.

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RV in Park, ready to move into, single or couple. Heritage RV Park.

817-444-3760.

Springtown RV Park

Metal Buildings

Shingles, Flat & Metal Roofs Metal Roof Special

Ash Creek Storage

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Jeremy Cozart 817-237-2028

ROCK

Roofing • Siding • Gutters • Patios • Carport

Ray’s Roofs & Repairs

Roofing

ROOFING & REPAIRS. Free Estimates, all work guaranteed, 30 yrs experience.

Call Ray Carpenter 7 days a week 817-690-1925.

Hail ~ W Wiind?

40 years experience - 20 in Azle All types of roofing Many satisfied homeowners, churches & businesses

817-220-2469 grahamplumbingco.com 066

Mark Cozart 817-233-6668

Here Before The Storm, Here Long After.

ALPINE ROOFING Mountaintop Roofing

Water Heaters Faucets

Fax 817-237-0904

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 .

817-523-4137

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I have 30 years Senior Management experience and an 11 year Tenure in Lecturing.

Office

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.

Licensed LVN in Texas would like to do Private Duty Sitting locally. Also, light housekeeping, if needed. L. Smith 325-347-7585.

INDIVIDUAL PROFESSIONAL COACHING FOR ALL AGES. Offered in Math, English, Economics, Business studies, Resume Presentation and Interview Preparation.

Fabrication and erection of quality metal buildings at reasonable prices, any size - any design

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

E L H In business since 2008

ERECTION

art METAL z o C BUILDING SYSTEMS

426 E HWY 199 • SpringtoWn

LONE STARR STEAMER PROFESSIONAL CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING. Basic Package: 3 rooms and a hall, $89.

Call 817-361-2361.

FABRICATION

084 Mobile Homes for Rent 2 & 3 BR mobile homes for rent, Springtown and Azle ISD, no pets.

817-980-3066.

085 Mobile Homes for Sale

CALL Cliff Hall

Roofing & ConstRuCtion inC.

Purebred Shih Tzu puppies for Sale.

JuniqueShihTzus.com/Puppies. 817677-2898 or 817-707-7234.

Houses for Sale

PELICAN BAY: 1525 PARTRIDGE, 2-1, $435/$300 deposit. Gene Thompson & Associates, 817-2464646. gtatx.com. Hablamos Espanol.

Quality Family Business Since 1938

FREEMAN

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

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Small 2 bedroom house for sale.

30x40 shop, 30x40 barn, stock tank, fenced for horses, on 2½ acres in Reno. Possible owner finance. $87,000. 817-781-3316.

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Lots/Acreage

FOR SALE: .15 acre lot in Azle (1908 Gale Drive). Has electric, city sewage, gravel driveway and includes gas lease royalties. 817237-5118.

1 acre, mobile ready, septic, water well. 252 Cedar, Azle. $30,000.

817-501-0400.

12 & 13 acres to be sold together.

Very secluded and private.

Will consider owner financing.

817-994-3730 richardwhitetx@yahoo.com

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.

Redwood Village Main Street. 2 Suites Available! 650 sq ft for $675 or 850 sq ft for $880 per month.

ADA restrooms, kitchenettes, covered parking. Trash & Water bill paid! Month-to-Month OK! Tim 817360-3627.

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

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

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Azle Creek Apartments

SHADY CREEK APARTMENTS 1 & 2 Bedrooms

519 West Main St. • Azle

$595 1/1 All Bills Paid

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

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$595 2/1 + Electricit y • Newly Remodeled • Friendly & Quiet Community • Laundry On Site

817-444-2430 AZLE OAKS

Rent Unfurnished

(Water, Trash & Sewer Service Included)

APARTMENT 700 JARVIS • AZLE 817-444-1712

Pet Friendly!

(size restrictions and additional fees apply)

Call for appointment

817-598-0663

1 & 2 Bedroom Unfurnished Rent based on income.

TDD:

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

AZLEWOOD APARTMENTS

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

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

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REAL ESTATE Real Estate Deadline Monday by 12:00 PM

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Seller Tip:

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www.c21allianceproperties.com

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COMMUNITY

GOLF/LAKE COMMUNITIES

133 Lilac Lane - Very clean 3-1 home with

double carport. Completely redone 4 yrs. ago!

208 Glenhaven - Updated 3-2-2 has new paint,

carpet & ss appliances! WBFP. New roof.

9327 Dosier Cove-

PENDING

ALEdO & SURROUNdING AREAS

183 Overton RidgePENDING 146 PR 3548 -Private & Peaceful 2 Unique custom

homes on almost 5 acres!

190 N. Rodeo Dr. PENDING 101 Alta Mesa Ct. - Aledo ISD- 3-2.5 -3 with guest 117 Horizon Circle - Custom 5-3-3 with open quarters which includes kitchen, living area, bedroom concept shows pride in ownership!! WBFP, and bathroom. Also has separate entry.

SPRINGTOWN AREA gourmet kitchen, balcony and more.

1027 S. Reno Rd.- 3-2-3 home with shop! Open den and 13765 Briar Rd. PENDING kitchen with large master bedroom. Priced to sell as is!

712 Madeline - Great neighborhood! Great 484 County Road 3781- 15 acre country retreat house! 3-2-3 in Azle ISD. 2 LA’s covered patio, high on a hill. Wonderful view with stock tank. fenced yard & WBFP. Barn for horses.

7 acres this 3-2.5-3 6529 Silver Creek Rd. - 5-4-2 home on almost 806 JE Woody-Situated on over PENDING is the house of your dreams! Perfect floorplan!

3 acres with lots of trees!

130 Williamsburg - One acre charmer with many 104 Charcoal Bluff Ct.- PENDING extras! 4-2-2 is well designed and maintained.

321 Prairie Lane - 3-2 in Azle ISD. Approx. Absolute must see!

605 Dogwood - Country feel in town! 3-3-3 with 2 1,568 sq. ft. Built in 2000. On 1 acre. sunrooms. 2 LA’s, Pool, large kitchen and more!

7626 Briar Rd. - 1 acre w/mature trees, 340 Huggins - Landscaped 3-2-2 with granite countertops, custom upgrades in 2008, HUGE backyard.

3-2 well maintained split bdrm home with workshop, storm cellars and covered deck.

3133 Knob Rd.- Very nice 3-2-2 has no wasted space.

Concrete floors with Texas star etched in entry way.

AZLE ISD.

SERVICE DIRECTORY

Appliance Repair Services

Azle Appliance Repair 229 W. Main Street Azle, Texas 76020

Parts & Service Discounts for Seniors, Military, City of Azle and Azle ISD Employees

817-298-1699 or 817-298-1661 Air Conditioning and Heating

J&E

Air Conditioning & Heating Inc.

Trash/Waste Service

ATEX TRASH

30% OFF

Cooking Appliance Repair

Exterminators

SERVICE

$

27 per month weekly pickup Proudly Serving The Community We Live In

817-344-8464

ATEXTRASh.com

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