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The Stamford Insurance Agency has been doing business in Stamford, Texas since 1964. The current team consists of Lindsay Strand, Jonita Felty, Jason Hall, Pam Vahlenkamp, Amanda Medrano, Dale Choate and (not pictured) Kevin Corzine, Lanesa Hall. SIA at 124 S. Swenson, Stamford, TX, (325) 773-2754. See Story Page 2
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BENEFIT: Michael Burfiend Family Benefit to help pay for handicap accessible bathroom. Enchilada Casserole Dinner $8.00/ plate. Sunday, January 26th 11:00-1:30 High School Cafeteria. Take-outs will be available.
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MEET THE CANDIDATES: The Leadership Advisory Board of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service in Jones County will host Meet the Candidates Dinner on Thursday, January 30, 2020. The event will be held at the Anson Opera House, 1120 11th St. in Anson. Dinner will be served at 6 p.m. and candidate presentations will begin at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for 10 and under and are available at the door or in our office.
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RETIREMENT PARTY: Raymond Pippin will be retiring from the City after 26 years of devoted service to the citizens of Stamford. A Retirement Party will be held at Stamford City Hall on Friday, January 31, 2020 at 10:00 a.m.
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SMORGASBORD: Swedish Smorgasbord will be Saturday, February 8, 2020, at Bethel Lutheran Church in Avoca, (Ericksdahl Community) Texas. Tickets are $25.00 (sold in advance only). Available Seating Times are 5:00, 6:00 and 7:00 p.m. For tickets contact Annette Wilson (325)773-2104 or Tena Tankersley (325)668-2796.
Happy Birthday! Jan 31 - Carlos Vega, Joe Walton Know someone who is having a birthday? Call us at 325-773-5550 and let us know! Each week a drawing will be held, and the winner will receive a free $10 Gift Certificate from Noteworthy! Please provide your name and a phone number when submitting the birthday, so that we can contact you when they win. In 2020, the decisions for the Stamford Hospital District will be made by Board Members Sutton Page, Gary Decker, Kevin McCright, Wyatt Oakley, Chuck Muehlstein, Mark Lundgren and Kevin Corzine. Their next meeting is Tuesday, February 4, 2020, 7:45am in the Board Room at the Stamford Hospital building. See Full Story Page 10
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Stamford Insurance Agency Serving the Community Since 1964 BY KAY SPEARS
Jason and Lanesa Hall have owned the Stamford Insurance Agency since February 1, 2018, keeping alive the business Norris and Nancy Russell began in 1964 in Stamford, Texas. The Russells introduced their new business the year the Beatles stormed American with Beatlemania, the Civil Rights Act of 1964 was signed into law, Martin Luther King, Jr. received the Nobel Peace Prize and gasoline was 30 cents a gallon. The Russells set up the Stamford Insurance Agency (SIA) at 215 S. Wetherbee. They used a small, spare office in the Oldsmobile Auto Company selling Motor Insurance Company products before bringing the Inland General Insurance Company of Fort Worth on board. This began the company’s focus on providing their customers with choices of different insurance companies to best meet their needs. After Norris Russell obtained his license, the agency was able to be appointed agent for Floyd West Company and Beacon Insurance Company. The Oldsmobile Company was incorporated into Trail Chevrolet in 1965 and SIA moved to a small office building at 218 W. McHarg until 1966 when the agency was moved to a large office at 126 W. Hamilton. It was at this time they became representatives of Hartford Insurance Company. Happening at about the same time, the December 23, 1963 edition of The Stamford American/Stamford Leader contained an ad announcing the merger of Moreland Mutual Insurance and the Tayman Insurance Agency. The merged company was located at the Tayman Insurance Agency location, 112 W. McHarg. The Turner Agency owned by Jimmy Turner purchased the combined company in 1966. Jimmy Turner passed away from an apparent heart attack at age 41 in January 1972. The January 6, 1972 obituary stated his widow managed the Turner Insurance Agency until she sold it to Norris Russell later in 1972. The Turner Agency managed the
Inland General Insurance Company, which the Russells also purchased before moving the office to 112 W. McHarg. An article in the December 1, 1994 edition of the Stamford American stated, “The company had now obtained Continental Insurance Company and Providence Washington Insurance Company. Then, with the purchase of a small agency owned by Bernard Buie, they acquired Plains Insurance Company. Nancy Russell received her agent’s license in 1974 and became a full-time agent of the company.” Several secretaries were employed along with Vicki Elkins in 1976 and Sylvia Padron in 1979. These two ladies were with the company in 1994. Stamford Insurance Agency moved to 112 N. Swenson in 1982. In 1987 the Russells sold the business to Randy and Betty Murphree, who grew up in Rotan, Texas. The December 1, 1994 article stated, “Randy, who holds a B. A. degree in Finance and Marketing from West Texas State University (now West Texas A&M) had previously been employed at Rolling Plains Production Credit Association in Stamford.” Betty Murphree was also a WTSU graduate and taught gifted/talented students and 7th grade English in Stamford in 1994. The couple’s son, Josh, aged 15 at the time, worked part-time at the agency. He later joined his parents at SIA as an insurance agent and owner of the business. An ad in the October 17, 1996 Stamford American shows Randy Murphree diversified by also opening Randy’s Realty in Stamford, Texas. The Murphree’s business was growing steadily and in 2008 they were able to purchase and move into the building at 124 S. Swenson. The 120-124 S. Swenson building was built in 1929 on the same site after they tore down the original store to build the present edifice. The smaller, 124, building was the grocery store part of Bryant-Link and was originally owned by the First National Bank, the building next door on the corner to
the south. Ads from the Stamford American in the 1970’s and the sale information from Jones County Appraisal District revealed that the Thompson Jewelry Store was at that location for many years. The Jones County Appraisal District has C. E. Thompson selling the smaller, 124 S. Swenson, part of the “Bryant-Link” building to AEP Texas North Company in 1990 and then it was sold to Care-A-Lot Home Health Services, Inc. in 1992. 5D Partners came to own the property and sold it to the Stamford Insurance Agency in 2008. Since 2018 the Halls have owned SIA and the historic building they occupy. Hall moved his family to Stamford from Haskell, Texas in 2000. This is the 19th year his wife has been teaching in the Stamford ISD. She is the Reading Intervention and Dyslexia Coordinator at the Oliver Elementary campus. They have two children, Chloe, a Sophomore at Stamford High School and Karsten, their fourth grader at Oliver. Stamford Insurance Agency handles home, auto, life, workmen’s compensation, commercial, farm and ranch. “We specialize in the farm and ranch side of it,” Hall stated. They can cover personal, commercial, oil and gas and other areas. SIA has an office in Snyder, Texas as well as the Stamford location. They utilize about fifty different companies to offer their customers a wide range of insurance coverage. “We are an independent agency, so we have the option to go with multiple, different carriers. That gives us more flexibility in what we can offer to people,” Hall stated. The helpful, friendly staff is there to answer questions and help you with your insurance needs. SIA is located “on the West side of the square” at 124 S. Swenson, Stamford, TX, (325) 773-2754. They are open Monday – Thursday, 8:00 – 5:00 and 8:00 – 4:30 on Fridays. They are closed 12:00 – 1:00 for lunch.
Stamford Bulldog Austin Brewer was named KTXS StudentAthlete of the Week for his outstanding play on the basketball court and his exceptional accomplishments in the classroom. (Photo by Bearden Photography)
Denise Dennis (shown with her brother Billy Dennis) appeared on the West Texas Rehab Telethon on Saturday to donate the $815 that she had collected through monetary donations and the sale of aluminum cans people donated to her. Denise would like to thank everyone who donated cans or money so that she could make her yearly donation to the cause that is dear to her heart.
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Paint Creek Student Attends Haskell Rotary Desiree Acosta Parents - Frances Acosta and Chris Acosta Participates - in basketball, FFA, NHS, Gifted and Talented, UIL, Yearbook staff, and Class Vice President Special awards - Citizenship Award, Kay Overton Athletic Award and President’s Award for Academic Excellence Hobbies - Baking and Painting Future Plans - Major in Pre-Occupational Therapy and minor in Kinesiology with hopes to attend Occupational Therapy School College - Texas Tech University
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Richard Allen Ivy
Patricia Lee Gray 79, of Stamford passed away Wednesday January 15, 2020 in Abilene, Texas. Visitation was held from 5-6 p.m. on Sunday, January 19th, 2020 at Kinney-Underwood Funeral Home. Funeral Service was held Monday January 20, at 2:00 p.m. at the Orient Street Church of Christ with Pastor Wes Horn officiating and burial followed in Highland Memorial Cemetery in Stamford. Pat was born in Stamford on January 5, 1941 to the Marvin Lee and Dorothy Lanell (Crow) Massey. She attended school in Stamford and graduated from Stamford High School in 1959. She married her sweetheart Thomas Warren Gray on June 22, 1959 in Stamford, “Daddy Tom” (as he was fondly called) passed on November 3, 1995. Pat was a lifetime resident of Stamford where she was a housewife and baby sat children until she decided to pursue her dream and follow in her mother’s footsteps. She became a Licensed Vocational Nurse graduating from nursing school in 1979. She worked night shift her entire career as a LVN so that she could be there for her children and her husband during the day, also later in her life, for her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She enjoyed crocheting and made afghans for all of her family. She loved to dance and later when unable to dance she liked to sit and watch others dance. Pat also enjoyed visiting with friends at the VIP Center. Pat was preceded in death by her parents, husband, brother Hugh Thomas (Tommy) Massey, son William Warren “ Butch” Gray, 2 daughters Marka Lanell Gray Wilcox and Virginia Denise “Ginger” Gray Cook; 2 sons-in-law Michael Wilcox and David Reyes; 1 granddaughter; 1 great grandson and 1 great granddaughter, and Stepmother Louise Massey. Those left to cherish her memory are 1 daughter Dorothy Lee Ann Gray Reyes; 4 grandsons, Keith Myer and Jackie Stone, Rory Cook and Lina D’Hondt, Eli Reyes and Christeena Stephens and Jordan Cook; 4 granddaughters, Angela Mock, Sarah Cook and Michael Howerton, Ashley and Alex Silguero, Rachel Reyes; 4 Great Grand Children Willie, Addy, Kinley, Mia; Son-in-Law Aylois Cook; Daughter-in-law Denise Gray, Step-brother Alan Plumlee and Step-sister Jocile Ender.
Richard Allen Ivy, 85, of Midland, passed away on Thursday, January 16, 2020. A visitation was held from 6:00pm-8:00pm, Monday, January 20, 2020 at Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home. A graveside service was held at 3:00pm, Tuesday, January 21, 2020, at Resthaven Memorial Park, with longtime friend, Brother Bob Porterfield officiating. Richard was born on December 27, 1934 in Stamford, Texas to Curtis Ivy and Gertude Griggs Ivy. Richard married the love of his life, Patricia Skiles on June 7, 1953 in Stamford, Texas. You can’t put into words the way he was. He loved his family more than anything. He was always laughing and making jokes. He was called “ Mr. Goodwrench” because he could fix anything, no matter what it was. Richard was a “Ford man” all the way. Football, eating, cigars, and his chewing tobacco were his favorite pastimes. Going to their lakehouse with all the family was his greatest pleasure. He worked for Borden’s many years, and later became Maintenance Engineer of One Wall Plaza until retirement at age 72. Richard loved Texas, especially the Texas Longhorns. He was a walking history book, and was very patriotic. He was our Hero. He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Patricia Ivy; daughters: Debbie Ivy-Pool, Jerri Brandon, Shirley Stroud (Roger), and Lisa Ivy; 9 grandchildren, Mark Mitchell, Larisa Flores (Joe), Mandy Goodman (Bill), Brice Pool, Michael Pete Brandon (Shayne), Billy Stroud, Christy Stroud, Luke Stroud (Sarah), and Korey James. And 16 great-grandchildren. Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Midland. Online condolences can be made at www.npwelch.com.
VIP Menu January 27-31 Monday Chicken & Rice Casserole, Green Beans, Salad, Spiced Apple Tuesday Taco Soup, Salad, Cheese Sticks, Crackers, Jell-O Wednesday Chicken Pot Pie, Salad, Strawberries, Crackers Thursday Sausage & Potato, Ranch Beans, Beets, Jell-O Friday Frito Pie, Salad, Refried Beans, Ice Cream
JONES COUNTY CALLS FOR SERVICE 1/5-1/11 Abandoned Vehicle 2 Agency Asst 2 Alarm 1 Animal Control 5 Attempt to Locate 1 Case Follow Up 5 Control Burn 2 Criminal History 1 Criminal Trespass 1 Death 1 Grass Fire 1 Other Fire 1 Structure Fire 1 Illegal Dumping 1 Information Only 6 Jail Incident 1
Livestock Out 7 Medical/EMS 7 Motorist Assist 4 MVA 1 Prisoner Transfer 3 Public Service 7 Pursuit 2 Reckless Driver 5 Request Officer 12 Road Hazard 1 Routine Patrol 2 Suspicious Person 4 Suspicious Vehicle 2 Theft 3 Traffic Stop 20 Warrant Service 2 Welfare Check 4
BALES GINNED AT AREA GINS as of 1/20/20 Ericksdahl Coop Gin - 6672 (final) Farmer’s Coop Gin-Stamford - 25,114 (final) Farmer’s Coop Gin-Radium - 9,037 (final) Farmer’s Coop Gin-Anson - 13,020
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State of the City, Part II Stamford’s 20 in 20 Plan outlines 20 areas of emphasis identified in the last 20 months’ worth of work. As we work together towards a Better Stamford, these 20 items are important to that vision. Editor’s Note: Items 1-8 in the 20 in 20 Plan were outlined in last week’s issue. 9. Reliable High-Speed Internet We’ve all talked about the unsatisfactory state of internet in Stamford. High speed internet is the modern-day railroad. It connects a community to the rest of the world and it is critical to our economic success. Without reliable high-speed internet, it is difficult to attract new businesses or residents. In partnership with Connected Nation Texas, a nonprofit working to improve internet access in Texas (and as part of a larger, nationwide effort), we are launching a broadband committee for Stamford that will meet with internet service providers and bring reliable, affordable high speed internet to Stamford one way or another. 10. Mental Health Improvement After my proclamation for World Mental Health Day, I was honored to hear from several of you who were eager to assist with mental health needs in the community. I am proud to announce the creation of Stamford’s first ever Mayoral Advisory Committee on Mental Health. This committee will identify mental health needs in Stamford, identify deficiencies in resources and support, and seek solutions from partners both inside and outside our community. 11. Downtown Square Beautification Our 2019-20 city budget includes funds for square beautification, which we intend to apply towards replacement of light posts and electrical outlets on
ESSAYS FROM WEST OF 98 James M. Decker the post office lawn, none of which are working. We intend to work with local community partners and downtown leaders to enhance the overall beauty of downtown, with improved landscaping and other aesthetic improvements. The Grand Theatre has increased downtown traffic and it is time to build on that success to restore downtown Stamford’s place as a true destination for business and pleasure. 12. Affordable Housing Stamford’s cost of living is extraordinarily low by national standards, which should be a key component to marketing our community to outsiders who are looking to small towns and rural America for a better place to live. However, we must have high-quality, affordable housing to offer. This is a multilayered need. Young singles and couples may not want the demands and responsibilities of home ownership and would prefer a quality apartment. Working class families may need a larger home, but may not be ready to purchase, so they need a quality rent house. Senior citizens may be looking to downsize and sell their home to a younger family, but they need enjoyable retiree housing that doesn’t require them to move to Abilene or Dallas-Fort Worth. Moreover, new residential construction inside the city limits is critical to growing Stamford’s tax base. Several cities have instituted tax incentives for new residential construction, which is
a no-brainer in Stamford. This spring, we will introduce an ordinance to offer such incentives. Through a combination of tax incentives, marketing to developers, and pursuit of state and federal grants, we can encourage new construction for affordable housing of all types. 13. Code Enforcement Our city leadership is committed to beautification of our city through code enforcement. Our city code enforcement staff has done an excellent job of stepping up enforcement on several of our widespread problems like junk vehicles and high weeds and has worked to obtain clearance to demolish several burned-out and other unsafe, uninhabitable structures that have long been abandoned. In 2020, we will continue to empower our city staff to enforce our health and safety codes, give opportunities for remediation where they are warranted, and to take action against those who would thumb their noses at the decency of their neighbors and the community at large. 14. Street Sign Replacement Poorly maintained street signs in Stamford are an extraordinary frustration of mine. We have too many signs that are broken, missing, misspelled, or illegible. We have not repaired or replaced signs in a number of years. This must be rectified and it will be. I have instructed city staff to bring our sign-making machine to working order and begin fixing signs. We are prioritizing signs on major thoroughfares and near schools and will move
outward from there until all substandard signs are replaced. 15. Law Enforcement And Drug Culture Over the past decadeplus, the Stamford Police Department has greatly impacted the crime rate in Stamford. For a variety of reasons, we have not done a good job of communicating our successes to our community. It is important to share the large drug busts and high-profile arrests, but it is just as important to share the everyday successes of law enforcement. Our citizens need to know when big events happen, but they also need to know when petty crimes are solved, property is recovered, and repeat criminals are arrested. In an initiative spearheaded by our city administration, we will regularly provide reports on those everyday activities. I have written at length about the culture of despair in rural America that leads to addiction, overdoses, and drug-related crimes. This culture will not be fixed through law enforcement alone. Through our mental health initiative, we will work to provide solutions for abuse and addiction before the criminal justice system takes over. Through continued code enforcement and demolition of abandoned structures, we will reduce the number of locations in Stamford in which drug trafficking can take place. 16. Emergency Medicine We have discussed on many occasions the state of rural healthcare in Stamford, in Texas, and in America. Healthcare in SEE DECKER, PG 12
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MORE TRADE-WAR PAYMENTS ‘COMING VERY QUICKLY,’ TRUMP TELLS FARMERS In his third appearance in three years before the largest U.S farm group, President Trump told cheering farmers that they will get a final round of KASN AG REPORT $3.6 billion in trade-war payments despite trade With Richard Kemp deals intended to spur money-making ag exports. WHERE PERDUE SEES ‘FLEXIBILITY’ IN SCHOOL FOOD, CRITICS SEE JUNK FOOD The USDA will propose a new round of “commonsense flexibility” for school meals this week, says USDA Secretary Sonny Perdue. Skeptics said it will mean more pizza, burgers and fries and fewer servings of fruits and vegetables. TALKS & EATS – MANHATTAN – SURF ‘N’ TURF: CAN OUR SEAFOOD SURVIVE BIG AG AND CLIMATE CHANGE? As oceans warm, our major fisheries are shifting. At the same time, farm runoff is contributing to dead zones from the Gulf of Mexico to Long Island. Both of these issues – climate change and farming practices – affect the health of ocean ecosystems and, ultimately, the seafood that winds up on our plates. Join moderator and bestselling author Paul Greenberg for a stimulating discussion Feb. 10, 2020, 7:30 p.m., at Subculture in Greenwich Village. VIP reception with drinks and bites beforehand. AG PURCHASES FROM U.S. WILL HINGE ON CHINESE DEMAND, SAYS VICE PREMIER The “phase one” trade agreement with China assures sales of “up to $50 billion in agriculture alone,” said President Trump at a White House signing ceremony on Wednesday, although Chinese Vice Premier Liu He said sales would depend on domestic demand and U.S. prices. A senior administration official said later that the pact did not require China to remove retaliatory tariffs on U.S. farm goods — a potential barrier to exports.
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Jones County Stock Show Results BREEDING GILTS: Gracie Feagan, Anson FFA, 3; Grayson Feagan, Jones County 4-H, Reserve Grand Champion, 2; Riley Moore, Lueders-Avoca FFA, Grand Champion, 1 BREEDING HEIFERS: Ethan Byerly , Hamlin FFA, Grand Champion, Sr. Showmanship 1 BREEDING RABBITS - DOES: Show Class 1 Sadie Bristow, Jones County 4-H, 1; Caitlyn Clawson, Hamlin FFA, 3; Chyla Henry, Hamlin FFA, 4; Dennis Montanez, Hamlin FFA, 2; Chyla Henry, Hamlin FFA, Reserve Grand Champion, 1; Bonnie Lee, Hamlin FFA, 2; Tori Steinbach, Hamlin FFA, 3; Sadie Bristow, Jones County 4-H, 1; Chyla Henry, Hamlin FFA, 3; Jordan Woods, Hamlin FFA, 2; Sadie Bristow, Jones County 4-H, 2; Sadie Bristow, Jones County 4-H, 4; Kiersten Childress, Hawley FFA, Grand Champion, 1; Alyssa Wyatt, Lueders-Avoca FFA, 3 COMMERCIAL CALVES: Asher Jobe, Anson FFA, Reserve Grand Champion, 2; Asher Jobe, Anson FFA Grand Champion, 1; Landry Overby, Anson FFA, 6; Landry Overby, Anson FFA, 4; Laramy Overby, Anson FFA, 5; Laramy Overby, Anson FFA, 3; Garet
Roberts, Anson FFA, 7; Garet Roberts, Anson FFA, 8 FRYER RABBITS: Makenna Collier, Anson FFA, 3; Chyla Henry, Hamlin FFA, 6; Macie Josselet, Hawley FFA, 1; Skylar Merrick, Hawley FFA, 8; Mathieu Richard, Anson FFA, 5; Chelsea Rodriguez, Anson FFA, 2; Lyla Wall, Hawley FFA, 7; Lyla Wall, Hawley FFA, 4; Kiersten Childress, Hawley FFA, Reserve Grand Champion, 1; Dakota Curd, Hamlin FFA, 7; Dakota Curd, Hamlin FFA, 3; Lopez Ephran, LuedersAvoca FFA, 2; Marissa Flores, Anson FFA, 6; Scotty Hock, Lueders-Avoca FFA, 8; Bonnie Lee, Hamlin FFA, 5; Priscilla Rodriguez, Anson FFA, 4; Caitlyn Clawson, Hamlin FFA, 1; Donovan Dennett, Hamlin FFA, 5; Ava Hagler, Jones County 4-H, 8; Emma Hagler, Anson FFA, 7; Dennis Montanez, Hamlin FFA, 2; Brooke Thompson, Hamlin FFA, 6; Brianna Villanueava, Lueders-Avoca FFA, 3; Jordan Woods, Hamlin FFA, 4; Ava Hagler, Jones County 4-H, 6; Emma Hagler, Anson FFA, 5; Heather Huggins, Lueders-Avoca FFA, 3; Evan Lopez, Lueders-Avoca FFA, 2; Trista McIntire, Anson FFA, 7; Trista McIntire, Anson FFA, 1;
Jedidiah White, Jones County 4-H, 4; Sadie Bristow, Jones County 4-H , Grand Champion, Sr. Showmanship, 1; Sadie Bristow, Jones County 4-H, 3; Hannah Flores, Anson FFA, 8; Samantha Garcia, Jones County 4-H, 4; Araceli Maldonado, Anson FFA, 7; Megan Stinnett, Anson FFA, 2; Samuel Wilburn, Jones County 4-H, Jr. Showmanship, 5; Kadynce Yarbrough, Jones County 4-H, 6 MARKET BARROWS - BOPB: Christen Anderson, Hawley FFA, 4; Jayden DeAnda, Hawley FFA, 6; Rodey Hooper, Hawley FFA, 1; Delaney Knight, Hawley FFA, 3; Tori Steinbach, Hamlin FFA, 5; Alyssa Wyatt, Lueders-Avoca FFA, 2; Kylar Cory, Hawley FFA, 4; Ava Davis, Hawley FFA, 3; Mason McWilliams, Hawley FFA, 6; Kyla Porter, Hawley FFA, 2; Brooke Teichelman, Jones County 4-H, 1, Breed Champion; Caleb Thompson, Hamlin FFA, 5; Kristen Johns, Lueders-Avoca FFA, 5; Riley Moore, Lueders-Avoca FFA, 2; Hunter Teichelman, Jones County 4-H, 3; Gage Westbrook, Hawley FFA, Jr. Showmanship, 4; Alyssa Wyatt, Lueders-Avoca FFA, Sr. Showmanship, 1, Reserve Breed Champion MARKET BARROWS DUROC : McKinley Corley, Hawley FFA, 1; Jake DeVore, Hawley FFA,3; Amber Merrick, Hawley FFA, 4; Lexi Williams, Lueders-Avoca FFA, 2; Whitney Elliott, Hawley FFA, 3; Brayden Roensch, Hawley FFA, 2; Jayden Vaughn, Hamlin FFA, 5; Anna Willits, Hawley FFA, 1, Breed Champion; Gage Wright, Hawley FFA, 4; McKayla Olney, Hawley FFA,
4; Brady Shoemaker, Hamlin FFA, 2; Karleigh West, Hawley FFA, 5; Grayson Westbrook, Hawley FFA, 3; Lexi Williams, Lueders-Avoca FFA, 1, Reserve Breed Champion MARKET BARROWS - HAMP: Mattie Barnes, LuedersAvoca FFA, 1; McKinley Corley, Hawley FFA, 2; Riley Moore, Lueders-Avoca FFA, 3; Brittney Villanueva, Lueders-Avoca FFA, 5; Alyssa Webb, Lueders-Avoca FFA, 6; Ravin Wright, Hawley FFA, 4; McKinley Corley, Hawley FFA, 3; Aubrie Frazier, Hawley FFA, 5; Austin Lozano, Hamlin FFA, 6; Wesley Muehlstein, Jones County 4-H, 1, Breed Champion; Brycen Stofel, Hawley FFA, 4 ; Corley Williams, Hawley FFA, 2; Rodey Hooper, Hawley FFA, 5; Emily Muehlstein, Jones County 4-H, 2; Justin Olney, Hawley FFA, 4; Kyla Porter, Hawley FFA, 1; Hunter Teichelman, Jones County 4-H, 3; Emma Carreon, Jones County 4-H, 1, Reserve Breed Champion; Brycen Roda, Jones County 4-H, 3; Natalie Shields, Jones County 4-H, 5; Rebecca Shields, Jones County 4-H, 4; Brooke Teichelman, Jones County 4-H, 2 MARKET BARROWS - WOPB: Mattie Barnes, Lueders-Avoca FFA, 4; Riley Moore, LuedersAvoca FFA, 2; Kyla Porter, Hawley FFA, 1, Reserve Breed Champion; Alyssa Wyatt, Lueders-Avoca FFA, 3; Lukas Moreno, Hawley FFA, 3; Dylan Muehlstein, Jones County 4-H, 1, Breed Champion; McKayla Olney, Hawley FFA, 2 MARKET BARROWS - YORK: Jake Bristow, Hawley FFA, 1, Breed Champion; Brycen Stofel, Hawley FFA, 2, Reserve
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Breed Champion; Brycen Stofel, Hawley FFA, 3; Jake Vickers, Hawley FFA, 5; Gage Westbrook, Hawley FFA, 4 MARKET BARROWS - CROSS: Lukas Moreno, Hawley FFA, 6; Dylan Muehlstein, Jones County 4-H, 3; Emily Muehlstein, Jones County 4-H, 1; Wesley Muehlstein, Jones County 4-H, 2; Rylie Price, Hawley FFA, 5; Jake Vickers, Hawley FFA, 7; Anna Willits, Hawley FFA, 4; Camden Ables, Hawley FFA, 1; McKinley Corley, Hawley FFA, 2; Tyler Huggins, Lueders-Avoca FFA, 4; Evan Lopez, Lueders-Avoca FFA, 5; Gaven Olney, Hawley FFA, 6; Gage Westbrook, Hawley FFA, 3; Mattie Barnes, Lueders-Avoca FFA, 6; Tristan Comer, Hawley FFA, 3; Jeremiah Jarvis, LuedersAvoca FFA, 2; Delaney Knight, Hawley FFA, 5; Lukas Moreno, Hawley FFA, 7; Emily Muehlstein, Jones County 4-H, Grand Champion, 1, Breed Champion; Gaven Olney, Hawley FFA, 4; Emma Carreon, Jones County 4-H, 3; Emma Carreon, Jones County 4-H, 5; Kristen Johns, Lueders-Avoca FFA, 4; Grayson Westbrook, Hawley FFA, 2; Alyssa Wyatt, LuedersAvoca FFA, Reserve Grand Champion, 1, Reserve Breed Champion MARKET LAMBS FINEWOOL: Tawnee Bland, Jones County 4-H, 3; Tawnee Bland, Jones County 4-H, 1; Sadie Bristow, Jones County 4-H, 2; Tawnee Bland, Jones County 4-H, Reserve Grand Champion, 1, Reserve Breed Champion; Kensie Bowen, Jones County 4-H, Jr. Showmanship, 3; Graycie Pearce, Jones County 4-H, 2; Tawnee Bland, Jones County 4-H, Grand Champion, 1, Breed Champion; Sadie
Bristow, Jones County 4-H, 3 ; Sadie Bristow, Jones County 4-H, 2 MARKET LAMBS - MEDIUM WOOL: Jordan Parker, Hamlin FFA, 2; Kaley Parker, Hamlin FFA, 1; Sadie Bristow, Jones County 4-H, 1, Breed Champion; Emily Pearce, Jones County 4-H, 2; Kristen Johns, Lueders-Avoca FFA, Sr. Showmanship, 1, Reserve Breed Champion; Kristen Johns, Lueders-Avoca FFA, 2 MARKET STEERS - AOB: Elizabeth Dennis, Jones County 4-H, 3; Teyla Dennis, Jones County 4-H, Jr. Showmanship, 1; Rowdy Miller, Jones County 4-H, 2; Allison Stone, Jones County 4-H, Grand Champion, 1; Carson Stone, Jones County 4-H, Reserve Grand Champion, 2 MEAT GOATS: Cole Estes, Jones County 4-H, 1; Samantha Garcia, Jones County 4-H, 2; Max Hagler, Anson FFA, 3; Kelsi Martin, Hamlin FFA, 4; Jaedyn Stewardson, Jones County 4-H, 5; Kensie Bowen, Jones County 4-H, 3; Cole Estes, Jones County 4-H, 2; Haygen Garcia, Jones County 4-H, 6; Roxanne Rivera, Hamlin FFA, 4; Molly Wilburn, Jones County 4-H, Reserve Grand Champion, Sr. Showmanship, 1; Molly Wilburn, Jones County 4-H, 5; Miley Adkins, Jones County 4-H, 3; Mason Hagler, Anson FFA, 4; Kelsi Martin, Hamlin FFA, 5; Riley Rister, Jones County 4-H, 2; Jaedyn Stewardson, Jones County 4-H, 1; Cashley Clawson, Hamlin FFA, 2; Cole Estes, Jones County 4-H, Grand Champion, Jr. Showmanship, 1; Haygen Garcia, Jones County 4-H, 3; Hunter Garcia, Jones County 4-H, 4; Emily Pearce, Jones County 4-H, 5
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Grand Champion Lamb – Tawnee Bland, Jones Co. 4-H, She had Reserve Champion also. Grand Champion Pig – Emily Muehlstein, Jones County 4-H
Reserve Champion Pig – Alyssa Wyatt, Lueders Avoca FFA
Grand Champion Goat – Cole Estes, Jones Co. 4-H
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Bulldogs Win Two The Bulldogs handily defeated the Winters Blizzards 7041 on Tuesday, January 14. Stamford outscored Winters 41 to 15 in the middle two quarters to extend their lead to an insurmountable 58 to 28 going into the 4th quarter. Leading all scorers was Austin Brewer with 17 points. Others contributing were Trace Price with 12, D’Marcus Barber and Lane Patton with 10 apiece, Charles Moore 8, Keyven Mueller 7, and Stephon Johnson 6. Stamford 17 20 21 12--70 Winters 13 8 7 13--41 Friday, January 17 saw the Bulldogs once again run over an opponent as they outscored the Haskell Indians 72 to 37. Austin Brewer scored a whopping 29 points, D’Marcus Barber had 14, Keyven Mueller 11, Stephon Johnson and Trace Price had 7 each, and Isaiah Gonzales and Charles Moore scored 2 apiece. Stamford 21 13 19 19 --72 Haskell 12 2 10 13 --37
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Lady Dawgs Win a Nailbiter The Lady Bulldogs held off a 4th quarter surge by the Lady Lions to gain the win 43-40. Leading all scorers was Shandlee Mueller with 12 points. Citlaly Gutierrez scored 9 points, Tylee Jo Bevel 7, Laylonna Applin 6, Bresha Applin 4, Macy Detamore 3, and Audrey Brewer 2. Stamford 18 8 13 4--43 Albany 4 11 15 10--40
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Stormy Higgins attended the open Stamford Hospital District Board Meeting Tuesday, January 21, 2020. He wanted the Board to be aware of the need for voters in the southern part of Jones County to vote regarding SHD matters.
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A Case of Meningitis B Reported BY KAY SPEARS The plus side of attending a 7:45am meeting is enjoying a beautiful sunrise while driving from Anson to Stamford, Texas. On Tuesday, January 21, 2020 the Stamford Hospital District Board met in the Stamford Hospital Board Room. All Board Members were present, Kevin Corzine, Gary Decker, Mark Lundgren, Kevin McCright, Chuck Muehlstein and Sutton Page. In addition, Haskell CEO Chris Strickland, Haskell Chief Operations Officer Michelle Stevens, Stamford Staff Lab Director Bill Lee, Billing Manager Nancy Clark and Administrative Assistant Debbie Walters were in attendance. Wyatt Oakley gave the invocation after Kevin McCright, Board President, opened the meeting. The minutes from the January 7, 2020 meeting were approved. Nancy Clark
addressed the first item of business, the Financial Report. Clark went over statistics and data in the packet provided to those at the table. The different areas of the financial report were discussed to the satisfaction of the Board and the report was approved as presented. She stated they were “remaining frugal” and bringing the dollar amount of outstanding invoices down. Clark stated the electric contracts are in place for the next 10 years. She added the gas consumption has dropped significantly due to not using parts of the hospital building. Bill Lee stated he is waiting on the third boiler repair bid. The Pink Ladies require three bids in order to apply for monetary help. He said he has the application filled out. Strickland stated the bid amounts appear to be significantly less than originally thought. Strickland stated the plan is to use the hospital building in the future. He wants the boiler repaired soon in order to keep the building’s infrastructure in good shape, working order. He brought up the need to bill for Medicare Part A. He stated the challenge is with Medicaid since it was processed incorrectly with the last change of ownership. “Now we are officially out of network with Medicaid. Which is a huge slap in the face, but we are working diligently to get back in network.” He stated Medicaid will be easier to get because they already have a Medicare number. It will take time. Medicaid patients will be cash pay only; they cannot bill Medicaid patient’s insurance company at this time. Clark stated insurance companies are “reaching out to us,” which is positive. The Financial Report was accepted as presented. The Clinic Operations Report was presented by Chris Strickland. He stated they must “come up with an effective date” concern-
ing the 855 application to manage the Stamford Health Clinic. He stated this will be a topic when they go into Executive Session. He said he needs a lease from the EDC by the end of January 2020. Strickland stated he spoke with Jim Astin last week and the number presented to Astin was acceptable. Strickland reported that the construction at the Clinic building (1303 Mabee St.) continues with a new water heater, ceiling tiles are in, the painting and the flooring in the back. Bill Lee is contacting moving companies to take equipment to the Clinic safely. “There are a lot of moving parts.” An inventory plan is taking place and everything going to the Clinic will be marked. He would like to have the Clinic open before the end of February. Strickland stated, “There’s been tons of flu here, there’s been tons of flu in Haskell. Strep throat, something that looks like strep throat, that’s not. Something that looks like the flu, that’s not. We’ve had Flu B’s, now its switching to Flu A and pneumonias on top of that.” He stated there was an incident at the Stamford Clinic recently of a woman positive for Meningitis B. She complained of a severe headache and flu like symptoms. She was sent to Anson General Hospital and they sent her to MedCity in Fort Worth, TX. She had her blood work done there and she was diagnosed with Bacterial Meningitis. It has been reported to the CDC and there will be an investigation at some point. Lee reported, while at the Stamford Clinic, the patient was kept isolated until picked up and taken to Anson, then Fort Worth. Protocol was followed which included prophylactic antibiotics given to anyone who may have come in contact with her. Clinic hours was brought up, if the hours are until
6:00pm, then the Clinic needs to remain open until 6:00pm. Next on the agenda was the Order of Election for 2-year term. It was approved for the order to be Place 4 (Mark Lundgren), Place 5 (Chuck Muehlstein), Place 6 (Kevin Corzine) and Place 7 (Wyatt Oakley). Stormy Higgins of the Ft. Phantom area asked the Board if there could be a SHD voting box at Ft. Phantom Baptist Church. He stated it had been 35 years since this had been done. The Board indicated they would look into it. The service contract for the Chemistry Analyzer was approved. Lee stated less than one percent of the blood draws were done before 8:00am or after 5:00pm. He reported changing the hours would save money. It was approved to change the lab hours to 8:00 – 5:00. Stamford EMS and Metro Care services were discussed with no action taken. Decker stated Metro Care refuses to go on nonpay calls, leaving them to Anson or Stamford EMS. If someone is not transported, the EMS company does not get paid for the time and trip. Stamford EMS Board Members have met with the Jones County Judge and others that have a vested interest. He explained the difficulties dealing with Metro Care in Abilene, TX. The Board went into Executive Session and when they returned to Open Session there was no action taken and the meeting was adjourned. The next meeting of the Stamford Hospital District Board of Directors will take place on Tuesday, February 4, 2020 at 7:45am.
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Two school buses from Haskell, TX CSID were spotted Tuesday morning, January 21, 2020 in front of The Grand Theater in Stamford, TX. The kids were sure to enjoy the outing and the showing of “Doolittle.” Welcome to Stamford!
Lueders-Avoca Lady Raiders beat Paint Creek Friday night at home 43-15. Boys were also victorious final 72-12. (Photo courtesy of Roger Niehaus)
JONES COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT Jones County Arrest Report 1/5-1/18 1/5/2020 4:13:00 PM, Raul Rodriguez, Warrant - Fail To Comply W/Personal Recog On Poss CS-Jones Co F2 1/6/2020 5:00:00 AM, John Waid Bailey, Warrant - Theft Prop <100 Enh Iat MB , No Insurance MC 1/6/2020 4:27:00 PM, Richard Dan Lollar, Warrant (MRT) Assault Causes Bodily Injury FAMily Violence MA 1/6/2020 7:23:00 PM, Lupe Rios , Unl Carrying Weapon MA, Poss Marij <2oz MB 1/8/2020 6:49:00 PM, Christopher Steven Gutierrez, Warrant - Theft Prop >=$100<$750 Mb, Warrant - Theft Of Serv >=$100<$750 MB 1/9/2020 12:02:00 AM, Tommy Joe Newago, Warrant (Haskell Co) - Agg Assault W/Deadly Weapon/Family Member 1/9/2020 6:31:00 AM, Lynne Strickland, Poss CS Pg 1 >=1g<4g F3 , Proh Substance/ Item In Corr/Civ Com Facility F3 1/9/2020 7:00:00 PM, Perrilyn Samantha Blain-Shifflett, Warrant - Theft Prop <$100 W/Prev Convic MB 1/9/2020 7:33:00 PM, Carl Slade Wall, S/W Theft Prop >=$100<$750 Mb , S/W Criminal Mischief >=$750<$2,500 MA 1/9/2020 10:49:00 PM, Jarred Colt Smith, Poss CS Pg 1 <1g 1/10/2020 2:59:00 PM, Samuel Leeks, Warrant (Haskell Co) Sexual Assault F2 1/11/2020 1:24:00 AM, Destinee Reanee Vinson, Public Intoxication MC 1/11/2020 2:58:00 PM, Justice Marie Pardo, Warrant - Poss Cs Pg 1 <1g FS 1/11/2020 4:48:00 PM, Adreanna Rene Flores, Poss Cs Pg 1 <1g FS 1/11/2020 9:43:00 PM, David Michael Land, Poss Marij <2oz Mb, No Insurance Mc , Expired Drivers License MC 1/13/2020 8:40:00 AM, Brandon George Humbert, Poss Cs Pg 3 < 28g Ma, 521.457 - Driving While License Invalid Mc, Unl Poss Firearm By Felon F3, Poss Marij <2oz Mb , Tamper W/ Identification Numbers MA 1/13/2020 11:41:00 AM, James Michael Peters, Poss Use Inhale/Ingest Volatile Chem MB
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Stamford is now on a more stable footing, thanks to the Stamford Hospital District’s recent partnership with Haskell Memorial Hospital and the joint agreement with Hendrick Health System to provide specialty care services. However, improved emergency care remains a critical concern for both the Stamford Hospital District and the City of Stamford, which jointly operate the Stamford EMS. As we continue to move into this new era of healthcare in Stamford, community leaders are focused on the standard of care provided by our EMS. Through technology, better employee training, and better facilities and equipment, a modern-day ambulance can truly become the community’s mobile emergency room. That is our goal in Stamford. 17. Better Partnership and Coordination with TxDOT It is no secret that Stamford has received substandard care from the Texas Department of Transportation ever since
our local maintenance yard was closed several years ago. This substandard care extends from simple maintenance to seasonal projects like de-icing in winter and right-of-way mowing in the summer. Many of you expressed concerns over the malfunctioning red-light cameras at the Hamilton/Orient intersection adjacent to Harmon Park. We expressed those concerns to our county TxDOT office, which were blown off. After a social media campaign and some well-placed calls by community members, TxDOT leadership was able to send a repair crew to fix the red-light cameras. This is the first step in the City of Stamford working to ensure TxDOT hears our needs and provides solutions. Recently, we provided TxDOT a list of signs that are broken or missing, primarily city limits signs and highway identifier signs. It is my understanding that TxDOT will soon replace those signs. Our next step will
be a conversation with TxDOT leadership to better coordinate summer right-of-way mowing. Our highways should be spruced up in advance of the Texas Cowboy Reunion bringing thousands of visitors to town, much like. In recent years, the mowing has been erratic, poorly timed, or non-existent. As these conversations continue, I aim to ensure that TxDOT provides Stamford the level of care and maintenance that it deserves. 18. 2020 Census The 2020 Census by the federal government will soon begin and the City of Stamford is preparing to assist in the Census and encourage a high response. City staff has recently reached out to the Census Bureau to ask for a meeting with the City Council. Census results make a significant difference in all areas of government. County commissioner precincts, state representative and senate districts, federal congressional districts, and
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numerous funding allocations are affected by census results. Research indicates that certain groups are at greater risk of being undercounted, including Latino, and African American demographics. Stamford’s leaders will be proactive to ensure that our people are properly counted and that we are properly represented and funded for the next decade. 19. Cemetery Beautification and Improvement Over the past year, our City Council has taken action to improve the longstanding neglect of the West Cemetery. We have improved road access and cleared brush, bringing the condition of the cemetery from horrific to merely substandard. We have received offers to help from several community members, both with family connections to the cemetery and with a general interest in cemeteries and genealogy. Because many graves are lost or are unmarked in the cemetery, our next step is to plan a Memorial Wall on which we can list the names of each
individual buried at the cemetery. There is nothing that can excuse the years of neglect of this cemetery, and that neglect makes me sick. But we can improve the future. Highland Memorial Cemetery, while in better shape, needs several improvements, namely repainting of the sign on the entrance archway and improvement of several roads through the cemetery. These issues have been identified and are being tackled moving forward. 20. Listening Sessions Last but most certainly not least, I want to hear from YOU. I’d like to think that I know a lot about our community, but I certainly don’t know everything. And I most certainly don’t have all the answers either. Beginning early in 2020, I will host a series of listening sessions around the community. These will be informal and will be held in every part of town. Some might be a gathering at a building, others might consist of conversations while we pick up trash on a street
that needs cleaning. But these will be opportunities for you to express your thoughts, your ideas, and your concerns, and for me to listen. The work ahead of us is great, but the community of Stamford and its people of Stamford are too important for me to ever be deterred by the size of the job ahead. A Better Stamford won’t be created overnight, but very few truly great accomplishments ever come easily in life. I thank you all for your support, encouragement, ideas, and conversation. They provide more fuel to my fire than you realize. As we step into the new year and take action on our 20 in 2020 Plan, I look forward to sharing the ride with each you. As the new decade dawns, a new era in Stamford is unfolding.
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Temple Baptist Church Jesse Morton 309 E Campbell 325-773-2550 AM Service: 11:00
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LOCAL CHURCHES Avoca Baptist Church Rev. Les Mims 773-3531 AM Worship: 11:00 Avoca United Methodist Church Dennis Huffaker 773-3909 AM Worship: 9:45 Bethel Church of God in Christ Pastor Session 407 W Handlan 325-773-5730 Bethel (Christ) Lutheran Church Rev. Richard Strait 1024 E. Vanderbilt 325-773-5949 AM Worship: 9:00 Bethel Lutheran Church Rev. Richard Strait 10707 N. FM 600 325-773-5949 AM Worship: 11:00
Central Presbyterian Rev. Dr. Kelly Pigott 601 Rowland 325-773-3381 AM Worship: 11:00 Common Ground Youth Ministry Paul Wright 219 S Swenson 325-773-3604 Faith Lutheran Church Sagerton, Texas 940-200-0723 AM Worship: 10:30 Family Church of Christ 1505 E. Wells St 325-773-5250 Worship: 9:45 a.m. 1st Assembly 1214 Compton Pastor John Shepard Worship: Saturday @ 6:00PM (325)267-0955
First Baptist Church John Ward 214 N Swenson 325-773-2781 AM Worship: 11:00 House of God Pastor Bobby Acosta 802 Ferguson St Sundays 11:00 am Lueders First Baptist Church Roscoe McCoy 228-4622 AM Worship: 11:00 MacKenzie Trail Cowboy Church AM worship 11:00 Heart of God Church 114 E Campbell Joanne Ochoa AM Worship 10:30 Nugent Baptist Church Craig Thames 228-4457 Worship: 11:00
Orient Street Church of Christ Wes Horn 510 S Orient 773-3419 Worship: 10:30 Paint Creek Baptist Church Pastor Tony Grand 940-864-3358 AM Worship: 11:00
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St. John’s United Methodist Church Pastor John Erwin 201 S Ferguson 325-773-2561 AM Worship: 10:50 Solomon Temple Baptist Church Rev. Donnie Massey 315 N. Haskell St. 325-773-2213 AM Worship 11:00
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Governor Requests Presidential Disaster Declaration
AUSTIN — Gov. Greg Abbott on Jan. 13 asked for a presidential disaster declaration for three counties that sustained widespread damage attributed to severe thunderstorms, straight-line winds, hail and tornadoes. The stormy weather on Oct. 20-21 hit Cameron, Dallas and Erath counties. Abbott’s request includes public assistance and hazard mitigation. “The State of Texas is committed to ensuring the people of Cameron, Dallas and Erath counties have the resources they need to continue rebuilding the public infrastructure,” Abbott said. “With the help of our federal partners, these communities can rebuild quickly and gain access to important recovery resources. I ask that the president swiftly grant this request in order to expedite valuable support to these counties.” If Abbott’s request is granted, local jurisdictions will be eligible for federal reimbursement for the cost of disaster-related debris removal, emergency measures to protect life and property and permanent repair work to damaged or destroyed infrastructure such as roads, bridges, water treatment facilities, parks and publicly owned property. PROCLAMATION EXTENDED Gov. Abbott on Jan. 14 extended the disaster proclamation he originally signed on Aug. 23, 2017, and amended several times thereafter, pertaining to 60 counties affected by Hurricane Harvey. Texas law authorizes the use of all available resources of state government and of political subdivisions that are reasonably necessary to cope with the disaster. MILLER HAILS TRADE DEAL When President Donald Trump signed the “Phase One” trade agreement with China on Jan. 15, Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller called it “huge, Texas-sized news.” The agreement calls for China to increase its purchase of
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U.S.-produced goods by $200 billion, including the import of agricultural products by $40 billion to $50 billion over the next two years. U.S. negotiators agreed to cut tariffs in half on goods from China, from 15% down to 7.5%. GOAL: DONOR PROTECTION Texas Attorney General Paxton on Jan. 14 joined the attorneys general of 23 states in an agreement with PayPal Charitable Fund Inc., the charitable arm of PayPal. In the agreement, the states seek to ensure donors are given clear information and disclosures on where their money goes when making charitable contributions through the company’s online payment platform. Previously, the platform aggregated and distributed funds to the donors’ chosen charities without collecting fees; however, charities that maintained a PayPal account received contributions more quickly than others. That fact was not disclosed to donors, nor was the fact that sometimes contributions were redirected away from the donor’s selected charity and given to a different organization with similar purposes. “Texans are generous people who selflessly give to countless charities and causes. They deserve to know exactly where their contributions go and how they are handled,” Paxton said. “The agreement reached today marks a recognition of the responsibilities charitable funds have to donors, and we are grateful for the new PayPal
Charitable Fund provisions that will better inform all who choose to give to charity through the online platform.” AGENCY SET RECORD AGAIN During calendar year 2019 the Texas Railroad Commission processed a record 11,654 new drilling permits. The Lone Star State’s oil and gas industry regulating agency announced its staff also set a record in taking just two days on average to process standard drilling permits, one day below the Legislative requirement. Also, according to a Jan. 13 news release, the agency processed permits at this faster-than-required rate for two years in a row, beginning in calendar year 2018. “The Railroad Commission’s technological solutions enable operators to quickly apply for and receive drilling permits,” said Wei Wang, executive director of the agency. “Nearly 99 percent of operators apply for drilling permits online. This allows our staff to thoroughly and quickly review each application to ensure operators meet all drilling permit requirements.” Texas leads the nation in oil and gas production, with the Permian Basin in West Texas ranking as the nation’s top energy production region. In the last 12 months Texas operators reported 1.438 billion barrels of oil produced and almost 10 trillion cubic feet of gas. The U.S. Geological Survey estimates the Permian Basin contains 66 billion barrels of oil, nearly 300 trillion cubic feet of natural gas and 21 billion barrels of natural gas liquids in the Midland and Delaware Basins. “Texas will continue to be the nation’s leader in energy production,” Wang said. “The Railroad Commission’s efficient, timely permit review processes are essential to the continued development of the state’s energy resources and ultimately support Texas’ economic prosperity.”
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Judge on Character This past week I was in the middle of a lecture to one of my dual credit English classes concerning gender roles in the Romantic Period of England. In my research for this lecture and in sharing the information with my students, I was fascinated and a bit shocked to learn about issues that we as a society are still fighting against today, but THOUGHTS FROM also how far that we have come in what is considered “normal” UNDER THE CAP and what we have been more accepting of as the years have Will McClure gone on. In particular, many individuals during that time had a strict code of “morality” with how men and women should behave and that anything considered “impure” caused some to be essentially kicked out of society. In fact, I actually learned that during the Romantic Period and just before the start of the Victorian Era that gay men would actually be executed for being in a relationship with another man. It was shocking to think about as in a mostly widely accepted society that we live in today that executing someone based on their sexual orientation is unheard of. It was also during this lecture that an informal discussion came up with my students about the many changes and differences that we have in society, with the consensus being that the many issues that we have in our society today is almost solely based on judgments against others based on one of many factors such as sexual orientation, color of skin, religious beliefs, political parties, etc. It is stunning to think about and may seem like a gross generalization, but it is the truth when you stop and think about it. After this lecture, I started to think about my own personal character and how I look at others. Personally, growing up in a small town like Stamford did not really expose me too much to the many differences, or at least I did not pay any attention. When I would get exposed such as meeting a gay man or someone with a different religion, I will be the first to admit that it would take me a minute to adjust and feel a little uncomfortable, not for any negative reason but simply because I was getting my mind wrapped around actually speaking to these individuals. Now some 15 years later after college and beyond I have made several friends from many different walks of life from different races, from the LGBTQ community and religions and that was because I did not judge them based on their lifestyles or to say that I had friends from different backgrounds. Instead, I became friends with them based simply on the content of their character and treated them like whom they are: human beings. I firmly believe that treating and judging each other as human beings and the content of their character is what is missing in society today as we are so quick to put labels on everybody instead of finding common ground and interests. What anyone does in their personal life is their business and I believe that if we would just accept that a little more every day then we may see fewer debates and arguments over seemingly trivial things. Some may not agree with this idea and that certain lifestyles are “wrong,” but I will also write here and say that I respect their opinion to disagree with me. We are all different in some shape or form and we are going to run across individuals that we will not get along with. However, when we do end up not getting along with another, I think we can all agree that we should judge based on that person’s character and remember that we are all human beings at the end of the day. After all, we can lose out on very meaningful friendships if we let personal bias get in the way of finding common ground. Until next time, dear reader, my cap’s off to you!
Bear Creek: A Smokehouse With A History “I like to think of Bear Creek as a boutique style smokehouse,” says Robbie Shoults, a member of a five generation family that owns and operates Bear Creek Smokehouse in a scenic rural area north of Marshall. Robbie’s mother Brenda Shoults lives in the old home place. Her husband’s parents started the business 76 years ago. “They were raising cotton and couldn’t make a living doing that, so someone suggested they start raising turkeys,” says Brenda. “So they did. These hills were covered in turkeys. They dressed them in the back yard and scalded them in iron wash pots. They didn’t have a telephone. The county agent took orders in town and he would drive the orders out here. They would dress the turkeys and deliver them in town, house to house. That’s how it began.” There are several “most popular” items in the Bear Creek Catalogue; among them a smoked peppered pork tenderloin and a smoked boneless turkey
breast. “It just developed,” says Brenda. “One thing led to another. We added to the inventory ham, smoked chicken, bacon and salt pork. We send out truckloads of salt pork yearround.” Last year the business moved into a 10,000 square feet building with a ceiling 42 feet high and a front porch that’s 100 feet wide. A general store has a bridal registry, Texas souvenirs and high-end gifts. “We design and make our own tshirts,” says Robbie. “One of them reads ‘Bacon America Great Again.’ These soups in jars have been real popular for us. We private label these for Neiman-Marcus and Dillard’s.” Robbie has had lots of television exposure. He has judged on Bobby Flay’s Food Network show 4 times and has cooked on the Today Show with
Al Roker. He was on QVC with Martha Stewart. “Television helps quite a bit with brand recognition,” he says. The smokehouse has become a destination. Big name bands play there (Asleep At The Wheel was to perform there the week after I did this interview). It’s a wedding venue and event center in a rustic setting complete with a windmill, turkeys and longhorns. “We want it to be a place where families can come and enjoy the same place where we grew up. Some folks come to sit on the porch and enjoy the view.
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It’s just fun being up here. We love what we do.” Bear Creek products go all over the country and beyond. Some customers take them in their luggage when they travel overseas. Bear Creek doesn’t raise turkeys. They get them in by the truckloads already processed, then add what Robbie calls “the Bear Creek Magic” before shipping them out. Bear Creek has 25 employees. The number doubles around Christmas. Robbie does most of the marketing. If you dial 800-950 2327 after hours, you’ll hear his distinctive East Texas voice on the answering machine.
Oh, my it got cold, but we have been so truly blessed with such a wonderful rain. It fell so slow and gave us every drop. We have so much to be thankful for. We had a freeze last night or early this morning, but it has been a lovely day. Just want to remind everyone that we will have a musical on Saturday, January 25 at the Old Glory Community Center provided it is not snowing or sleeting. The concession stand will be open at 5:30 P M and the music will begin at 6 P M. Be sure and come to see us for some good food, lot of great music, fun and fellowship. This is the first one for this year so we are looking forward to seeing you. Following evening church service in Aspermont last Sunday, Mittie Dunham joined Niecie Robertson, Lynette Chaney and Marcia Duggan at Marcia’s home and played 42. On Monday, Theresa Anderson of Aspermont joined Mittie on a journey to Lubbock for an appointment. They got to visit with Mittie’s grandson, Colton Hill, while in Lubbock. Kambryn Pierce came from Lubbock on Friday to visit with her grandpar-
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them for desents, Glen sert. and Helen Darbee New PIerce. While of Haskell here she spent Friday drove to night and SatAspermont urday with her to watch her grandparents, cousin, Kelly Dale and Carm Lowack, play basOLD GLORY NEWS Letz. Dale and ketball. Carm Letz Following By Anita Dozier and Doug and the game Debbie Vahlenthey spent kamp met Shawa Kiser and the night with Nonna and Kirk Williamson in Abilene Granddad. for dinner and then attendOn Saturday they were all ed the Rehab Telethon at joined by Kara Briggs and the Civic Center in Abilene. Crete of Haskell, Wes and On Sunday Dale and Carm Tracy Pierce from Nocona and Doug and Debbie had and Kim Lowack from OG. lunch together in Stamford Mittie Dunham attended following church. the Stock Show Sale on Phyllis Letz drove to Saturday. Her son, Rodney Dunham, of Hamlin was the Abilene on Wednesday to meet Sue Callicoatte of auctioneer for the sale. She got to visit with him and his Abilene for lunch at The Bakery near Buffalo Gap. wife, Tracy, their daughter, They enjoyed a nice visit. Dusty Dunham, and her Danny and Phyllis Letz atdaughter, Brooklyn, from tended the dance at Buck’s Fort Worth. Gerral and Shelly Waldon in Sweetwater. Danny and his band played for the spent the weekend at their dance. deer lease near Blackwell. On Sunday, they met Following church service Casey and Emery Letz, in Aspermont, Mittie met Rylan and Cale for lunch in Theresa Anderson, JohnStamford. Rylan was home nie Nell Pittcock, Mattie from Washington for a Weaver, Edna Anderson,, short visit. and Barbara Nauert all of I was saddened to learn Aspermont for lunch. J C of the passing of two dear Riddle of Stamford joined
friends this past week, Laverne Rash of Aspermont and Pat Gray of Stamford. My deepest sympathy to the families of these sweet ladies. Following church services in Sagerton on Sunday I met Verlene Corzine and Meta Kupatt of Stamford and Odene Dudensing of Sagerton for lunch in Stamford. Thought for the week: “Everything you have that you don’t need takes time, space, money, and focus away what truly matters to you. You owe it to yourself to make more room in your life for real joy and purpose.” Happy Birthday Wishes go to Lynn Dudensing, Amy Lane, Stormy Sellers, Brian Gray, Molly Dudensing, Lauran McAden, Clayton Castro, Jaye Lynn Dozier, Kambryn Pierce, Taylor Parker, Billie Dillard, Lindsay Rash, Fern Rash, Henry Groves, Bruce Elmore, Brailey Epley, Crystal Malone, Hannah Wilhite, Jeff Zell and Rebecca Galloway. We wish you many more. Anniversary greetings go to Kraig and Leslie Kupatt. Have a wonderful day.
8603 FM707 TRUBY RANCH Fantastic Home w/ a pool 126± acres...$975,000 HWY 277 Hawley Faith over Fear home, barn w/horse stalls 51± Ac IN CONTRACT 2952 CR 216 Nice Home on 1 acre south of town! 4/2..........................$153,900 1502 Compton Stamford 3/2/2 Ranch home 1.6± AC!......Reduced! $124,900 1310 PORTLAND Great 3/2 remodel! Must See!...................................$114,500 1105 New Hope Road 2/2 brick Great Location!.................................... SOLD 613 POTOMAC 3/1.5 corner lot!.............................................................. $72,500 703 Columbia Nice 3 bedroom 2 bath on a corner lot w garage!Reduced!$69,900 804 Wells 3/1 w CH/A, tiled walk-in Shower...........................IN CONTRACT 716 E Oliver 4 bedroom/ 2 baths quiet area..............................................$68,900 1207 HUDSON 3 bedroom, 1 bath in a good location!..............................$49,900 New 1315 Hudson Rd 3/1 w CHA Great location!................................$39,900 McHarg Lots with Barn and wet weather creek!.........................................$32,000 712 E Vanderbilt Gorgeous 1910 2 story Victorian home.........................SOLD 519 Commercial Ave, Anson- 3/1 Rock home w Metal shop...............$49,000 Sagerton 3 bd 1 bath with fireplace and out buildings..............IN CONTRACT #10 Country Cove ALBANY Nice 3/2 Brick home in cul-de-sac!...... $164,000 913 Harold St ALBANY beautiful 2 story Call for details!....................$132,000 140 Offield ALBANY Blacksmith Shop, Art Studio and 3/2 mobile Home......$82,000
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1303 Swenson - 25,000 sq ft building 1631 17th St, Anson - over 4,000 sq. ft, restaurant equip....... IN CONTRACT 901 Commercial ANSON- 12,600 Sq. Ft. parking lot, HWY Frontage$175,000 The Hamlin Elevator, 423 E Lake Drive, Hamlin 1270 HWY 222 KNOX CITY Truck Facility on 35± Acres....................$359,000
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FISHER COUNTY
480± AC SE of Roby Tank, water well 170± Ac SE of Rotan Pasture SOLD Paved Rd frontage IN CONTRACT
CALLAHAN COUNTY
1,015± AC Great Sock Farm or Hay farm SOLD 10 ac Old Peanut Co-op Property
HASKELL COUNTY
126 ac cult. N.380 Rule 227± AC N of Rule Good combo place Pasture and cultivation! Great Hunting! 160± AC – The Kittley Irrigated Farm Northwest of Rule! SOLD 271± AC SE of Weinert Dry land farm w/ pasture, tanks and creek! 619± AC N of Lake Stamford pasture and tanks!
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Hanson Paint & Body Shop in Haskell, Texas is taking applications for the position of auto body paint and repairman. Please apply at 207 S. 1st Street, Haskell, Texas.
FOR SALE TREES are now available to order from the California Creek SWCD. We have evergreen and hardwood seedlings. For information on availability and varieties please call Elizabeth Olson at 940-8642617 ext. 4 or 940-256-1174. Deadline to order is February 10th.
NEW 377 ac on Hwy 277 Pasture/Cult. Coop water 1,764± Ac Near Lueders Great Hunting! 782± AC N of Neinda Mostly Cultivated farm 663± AC Great combo place w/ fence, pens, water well and tank 402± AC FM 600 & HWY 180 389± AC Cultivation, Rural water and Electric N of Merkle 323 Ac Creek, Cultivation and Hunting! 253± AC FM 600 & HWY 180 247± Stock Farm SOLD 241± AC FM 600 & HWY 180 239± AC FM 600 & HWY 180 230± AC Ft. Phantom River Ranch, Excellent Hunting! 220± AC Cultivation on California Creek and US HWY 6 RD Frontage 160± AC south of Avoca IN CONTRACT 139± AC- Farrington Cotton Farm Prime Cultivation 50± AC Cultivated farm 45± Acres Right outside of Town 20± AC Near Ft. Phantom OAK TREES w/ Electric and rural water!
STEPHENS COUNTY
85± AC Native pasture w/ house
KENT COUNTY
925± AC-Panther Canyon Ranch-Native pasture w/ food plots, springs on Panther Canyon and Croton Creek on the north Boundary!
DICKENS COUNTY
1,450± AC Fantastic Hunting, Shinnery, Large Stock Tank
SHACKELFORD COUNTY
440± AC North of Abilene Cultivation and pasture w/ Spring, Rural Water and 3 tanks!
STONEWALL COUNTY
330± ac cult. & pasture, good stock farm 5,900± AC- Seven Diamond L Canyon Ranch two creeks and salt fork river 2,082± -AC- Double View RanchSpectacular views, River, 4/3 Home and Barns, rural water! 800± AC - White Ghost River Ranch - Salt Fork of the Brazos! Views of the River Canyon! 658± ac Heath Ranch 200FT elevation changes, live spring and exotics! 320± AC – Hall River Ranch River Frontage w/ 2 story home SOLD 330± AC- Great View of Double Mtns. w/ scenic deep canyons, large neighbors, hunting! 130± AC- Youngers 130 Good Cultivation and great Hunting! 332± AC – Canyon West Ranch Great Views! Water, Electric & Secluded! 133± AC S of Swenson Brushy w/ HWY 380 Frontage Electricity on site! 1,455± Acres Base of the Double Mountains! 165± Acres All pasture, Great Hunting!
TAYLOR COUNTY
5± Acres Off of HWY 351 No Restrictions Reduced $32,500 Taylor Ridge Estates- 20-80 Acre rural tracts Call for info. 707 Ranch 10-12± tracts SOLD 20± Acres White Mines Road Creek, Hunting, No Restrictions $140,000
THROCKMORTON COUNTY
460± AC Morning Star Game Ranch High fenced turnkey w/ Hunting Ranch 160± AC Cultivation and Pasture w/ 3BR Home west of Woodson
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Jay Pace Announces His Candidacy for Jones County Constable
Jay Pace is a longtime resident of Jones County. He graduated Hawley High School in 1977. Jay is married to Ardella Pace and they live near Fort Phantom Lake in Jones County. They have three grown children and four grandchildren. Jay retired from the Abilene Police Department after 25 years with the city of Abilene. He served on patrol, several specialized divisions, and as firearms instructor. He holds an active Masters Peace Officers certification. Jay has been serving as Jones County Constable since February 22, 2019. Pol. Adv paid for by candidate.
Councilman Paul Wright and Mayor James Decker filled for reelection for their seats on the Stamford City Council last week. Stamford City Elections will take place in May.
STAMFORD HIGH SCHOOL 3RD SIX WEEKS HONOR ROLL 9TH GRADE
A: Kayla Cantu, Riley Paige Carver, Emily Patterson, Cameron Shoemaker, Madison Woolf A/B: Laylonna Applin, Jameson Bell, Cruz Cantu, Truett Ekdahl, Serenity Escamilla, Alejandro Flores, Doralynda Guerrero, Hayden Henager, Konstance Jimenez, Stetson Koenig, Coy Lefevre, Samuel Milford, Nicole Moreno, Madison Proffitt, Chloe Ratheal, Alysha Sanchez,
Dominic Vega
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A: Jacelyn Bell, Tylee Bevel, Audrey Brewer, Madison Bryant, Citlaly Gutierrez, Gabby Lintini, Tate Mathis, Shandlee Mueller, Thalia Ponce, Addison Reel, Jessica Sarmiento A/B: Ayanna Aguilar, Bresha Applin, Jaylen Bailey, Cobie Cardenas, Candace Clayton, Macy Detamore, Dylan Faulks, Hilaria Gomez-Her-
nandez, Chloe Hall, Orlando Moreno, Esmeralda Quiroga, Hailee Richardson, Teresa Roque
11TH GRADE
A: Jaelynn Bryant, Kristian Cantu, Carson Carver, CJ Cerda, Zhawn Holden, Taylor Jimenez, Houston Koenig, Cato Macias, Paris Menchue, Laramie Terrell, Luke Thane, Sean Thane A/B: Kelvinasjia Calicutt, Brennon Day, Zak Elkins, Daisy Garcia, Danny Guerrero, Bryson Holt, Logan Jensen, Stephon Johnson, Destiny Karg, Angel Martinez, Katilyn McClintock, Mystikal Medina, Scott Moreno, Gracie Oliver, Natalie Roden, Nicholas Roden, Cierra Stoner, Tyler Wheeler
12TH GRADE
A: Austin Brewer, Joseph Chavez, Sadie Cole, Mallory Copeland, Macie Fernandez, Kenadee Gann, Storey Gomez, Alexis Johnson, Cade Lefevre, Stephanie Pardo, Lane Patton, Brett Patterson, Trace Price, Endia Pryor, Keith Richards, Korey Villanueva, Jackie Yang A/B: Jamin Belisle, Christian Cardenas, Christian Cedillo, Sterling Cullen, Carlee Dancer, Lesly Deleon, Reagan Detamore, Robert Martinez, Josh Mueller, Adreana Ortiz, Abree Ramos, Rabecca Womble