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SHS Girls Headed to State Mariah Fletcher, Honesty Spotwood, Adreanna Ortiz and Brooklyn Woodard in the 4 x 100m relay, and Laramie Terrell in the 400m run will represent Stamford at the State Track Meet on May 12. (Photo courtesy of Coach Edwards)

It’s Baseball, Y’all BY ALLISON BIGBIE The Stamford Bulldogs were originally scheduled to play the Anson Tigers on Tuesday, April 24th. At 2-0 in our favor, the game was cut short due to the sirens going off for dangerous lightning that was too close to home so it was pushed to resume play on Wednesday, if weather permits, right? Well, it didn’t, of

course, so on to Thursday, the 26th. At 3:30 on that Thursday afternoon, since the game was past the 5th inning on Tuesday, the game picked up where it was cut off. Anson was up to bat with one on first base. The Tiger got a hit. SEE BASEBALL, PAGE 16

James Washington Picked by Pittsburgh Steelers in NFL Draft BY WILL MCCLURE It seemed like all of Stamford, let alone the Big Country, was glued to the 2018 NFL Draft last Friday evening as Oklahoma State University’s and Stamford’s own James Washington patiently waited for his name to be called. After nearly two and a half hours into the second day and nearing the end of the second round, the pick was in as the Pittsburgh Steelers selected Washington as the 60th overall pick for the evening. Shortly before the official announcement, Washington received the call that he had been waiting for as he was surrounded by friends and family at the draft party event held at the Roundup Hall in Stamford. On the other end of the line was none other than Steeler Head Coach Mike Tomlin who gave Washington his words of endorsement and first welcome into the Steeler family, which the Steelers would share to their fans on social media. SEE WASHINGTON, PAGE 15

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Grand Theatre Name A Seat Fundraiser The Grand Theatre will open soon and we need your help to “fill the house” for generations to come. The theatre has been thoroughly renovated and we are down to the final details including the purchase and installation of brand new, rocking leather seats with

cup holders. You can be a part of history in the making by naming a seat: -in memory of a loved one who has passed away -as a special gift to honor someone for a birthday, anniversary or just because -for a business, organization, or graduating class

For a $250 tax deductible donation, you will receive a personalized name plate attached to the seat. The inscription for the seat can include your name, the name of a loved one or the name of an organization, business or community group. (Please note this is

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Bend Cowboy Church in Funston, Texas on Saturday, May 5th. Meeting starting at 10:30 followed by a meal. Bring your favorite dessert.

not considered a reserved seat.) This is a great way to honor a loved one and to help bring back the Grand! For more information, please call 325-669-1149 or email grandtheatrestamford@gmail.com.

MARK THE DATE... RENTALS INFO: The TCR Old Timer’s Association rents the Bunkhouse and Roundup buildings. The new manager is Ann Heathington, and she can be reached at 325-773-8057. Please leave a message and she will return your call. (You will be reaching a business called From Scratch.) The price for the Bunkhouse is $50 deposit and $250 for a one day rental. The price for the Roundup is $150 deposit and $325 for a one day rental.

FREE CONCERT: The Celebration Singers show choir will perform a free public concert of popular music in Abilene’s historic Paramount Theater at 7pm, Friday, May 4th. No advance reservations or tickets are needed. Free and convenient parking is available.

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MEETING: Bethel Cemetery Association annual meeting will be held at the Brazos

BIRTHDAYS May 4 – Nancy Clifton, Sarah Wedeking May 5 – Joni Guzman M ay 6 – Chance Birdsong, Denise White May 10 – Bryson Bolin, Carolyn Smith Know someone who is having a birthday? Please remember to call us at 325-773-5550 and let us know!

CINCO DE MAYO CELEBRATION: St. Ann’s Catholic Church will host a Cinco de Mayo Celebration on Saturday, May 5th from 10am-7pm. All of the community is invited. There will be tons of food booths, games, bingo, raffles, and a DJ providing music. GARAGE SALES: Bronte Annual Citywide Garage Sales will be Saturday, May 5 beginning at 8:00am. Maps will be available at 8 am at the First National Bank parking lot, corner of HWY 277 and 158 in Bronte.

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SEED SIGNUP: The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service will conduct a seed cotton program sign-up May 14, 8-11 a.m. at the Stamford High School Auditorium, 507 S. Orient St., Stamford, to help producers become familiar with the changes brought about through the recently reinstated government program. For tickets or more information Steve Estes, CEA-Ag./NR or Kim Miles, CEA-FCS at (325)823-2432 or email jones@ag.tamu.edu.

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Mrs. Corzine’s Pre-K class in line for the next event at the Parade of Schools Track Meet.

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JONES COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT The Jones County Sheriff’s Office from April 21st thru April 27th responded to 58 calls for service. There were 15 Traffic Stops conducted. The following people were booked into the Jones County Jail during this period: Michael Allen Walker, Possession of Controlled Substance; Evading Arrest/Detention; Warrant; Arturo Neito Medina, Driving while Intoxicated; Chadwyck Harwell Baize, Court Commit; Ryan Preston Coats, Reckless Driving; Tinajo Roxana West, Warrant; Moses Adam Young, Possession of Marijuana <2oz; Kelsey Renae Mata, Warrants x2; Rene Moreno, Warrants x2; Devonee Dawn Ingram, Warrants x2; Alexis June Stapleton, Warrant; Cameron Ingram, Warrants x2; Samantha Ann Castro, Driving while License Invalid; Expired Registration; Fictitious Registration; Amber Hughlett, Theft of Property by Check; Marilyn Estella Armstrong, Assault Family Violence; Landon Underwood, Warrant; Billie Miller, Hold for Haskell County; James Cork-Malone, Warrant; Samuel Reyes, Public Intoxication; Roger Alan Smith, Warrants x3; Caleb Devereaux, Warrant Summary of calls responded to: Agency Assist – 1, Alarm – 1, Assault – 4, Civil Matter – 1, Criminal Mischief – 1, Disturbance – 3, Domestic Disturbance – 1, Fire – 3, Harassment – 1, Illegal Dumping – 2, Investigations – 6, Livestock – 11, Missing Persons – 1, Motorist Assist – 2, Motor Vehicle Accident – 2, Public Service – 4, Reckless Driver – 1, Shots Fired – 1, Suspicious Activity – 4, Theft – 2, Transport – 2, Warrant Service – 2, Welfare Check – 1, 911 Hang-up – 1 Calls Responded to: 04/22/2018 Deputy Zertuche responded to a suspicious person call. Calling party stated that an unknown female was on their property that appeared to be disoriented. Deputy Zertuche made contact with the female and determined that she was nowhere near her residence. Jones County dispatch contacted a law enforcement center in the D/FW area and it was determined she was missing from the area. Family members were contacted and picked up the female. 04/23/2018 Deputy Steckly responded to a suspicious person call. Calling party stated a male was sitting on the side of the roadway. Deputy Steckly located the male and determined that the male was walking to his residence and stopped to take a break. 04/24/2018 Sergeant Alfaro responded to a domestic disturbance call. Calling party stated that she and her husband had a physical altercation but the husband left the property. A report was taken and investigation is ongoing. 04/26/2018 Deputy Lively responded to a disturbance call. Calling party stated that a male individual would not leave the property. Deputy Lively made contact with the individual who voluntarily left the property. 04/27/2018 Deputy Soliz responded to an assault call. Calling party stated that an individual arrived at their place of business with obvious injuries. Deputy Soliz made contact with the individual and determined that an assault had taken place. Report was taken; investigation is ongoing. ESTRAYS: The Jones County Sheriff’s Office will post Estray notices on the Jones County Website. Please check the website for any Estrays and notify the Sheriff’s Office at 325-823-3201 if you have any information on an Estray. Thank you, Deputy Alfaro.

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Guadalupe Rosas Guadalupe Rosas age 83, was reunited with her beloved husband, Tony Rosas, Sr. in heaven Sunday morning, April 29, 2018. Her life was celebrated Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at the House of God Church (204 E. McGown) with Pastor Bobby Acosta officiating. Burial followed in Highland Memorial Cemetery under the direction of Tankersley Funeral Home. Visitation was Tuesday from 6-8 p.m. at Tankersley Funeral Home (807 S. Columbia). Born December 11, 1934 in Alice, TX, Guadalupe Gonzales was the daughter of the late Juan and Juanita Rodriguez Gonzales. She spent her formative years in Houston, TX where she attended school before permanently relocating in 1960 to Jones County and finally Stamford, TX. She married Antonio Rosas, Sr. in 1956. He preceded her in death in 1995. Guadalupe was employed by Skyview Living Center for several of years where she worked in numerous capacities including cooking for the residents. She was a Mom first and foremost and loved her family and friends dearly. She had talents that she turned into hobbies from making quilts, doing ceramics, gardening, arranging the flowers for services at the Four-Square Church and making tamales for her family and to sell. She enjoyed listening to Christian music. Guadalupe was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, a brother, Gilbert Gonzales, 2 sons, Raymie Rosas and Michael Rosas, a sister Clementina Rios and a grandson Anthony Moreno. She is survived by her 8 children, Esperanza Martinez, Connie Escobedo (Kelly), Lori Young (Michael), Arlene Longoria (Hector), Tony Rosas, Jr. (Gail), Johnny Rosas (Rene), Ernest Luna and Steve Luna (Mary); brothers, Domingo Gonzales (Rosemary) and Gonzalo Gonzales; 17 grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Condolences and memories may be shared online at www.tankersleyfuneralhome.com.

news@americannewspapers.net Well, April rushed by us just like the other three months did. I don’t remember getting anything done I had planned to do, but that’s beside the point. May is here. We will take a look at some of the things to remember for May. I don’t have any school news but I know there are many events being this school year is just about over. I know the teachers and students are glad. Friday, May 4. the ladies of the Hobby Club will be going to Abilene for their day out. Meet at the Lutheran Church at 5 P M. Sunday, May 6, is meeting day for the members of the Old Glory Lodge starting at 4 P M. Bring a vegetable or salad and dessert for the evening meal. Fried chicken will be furnished. Wednesday, May 9, The Multi County Retired Teachers and School Personnel will meet at the Baptist Church in Avoca for their luncheon and meeting beginning at 11:30 AM. Thursday, May 10, there will be a Senior Citizens Dance at the Old Glory Community Center from 7 P M until 10 P M. with a live band and snacks will be furnished. Everyone is invited. Sunday, May 13, is Mother’s Day. This is a very special day for all families, Mothers are very special. Saturday, May 26, there will be a musical at the Old Glory Community Center beginning at 5:30 P M. Mark your calendar. May 27 and 28 will be the memorial weekend. That is always a busy and traveling time for many. On Tuesday, May 17, Aimee Bowman of Chil-

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mother of dress joined nine chilCarm Letz dren, with for a good six surviving. road trip to Among other Tennessee. survivors is a They visited sister, Mittie Graceland Dunham of and then on Old Glory. to Nashville Dale and where they OLD GLORY NEWS Carm Letz visited many By Anita Dozier and Doug interesting and Debbie places includVahlenkamp joined Marvin ing the Plantation and and Brenda Vahlenkamp of the Grand Ole Opry. They Aspermont at the home of got to attend a show at Keith and Lou Corzine near the Grand Ole Opry. They Stamford for hamburgers returned home on Sunday, and card games on SaturMay 22. I spent Wednesday morn- day evening. Dale and Carm Letz ing in Aspermont visiting were among the many that with friends. I visited with enjoyed a pot luck lunch “Tuffy” Metcalf and Martha at the Methodist Church in McDowell in the Hospital Stamford on Sunday. there. They seemed to be We had a great musidoing better. At the Care Home I visited with Corene cal on Saturday evening at the Community Center in Lowack, Clara Walker, downtown Old Glory with Jack Jones and got to visit approximately 65 folks in with the Activity Director, attendance. Thanks to the Rhonda McDowell. I then great musicians from all stopped at the Dairy Queen around the Big Country and had coffee with Johnny that came and presented and Doris Pittcock, Steve a wonderful evening of Duncan and Duane Young. Country and Western MuSpending a few days with sic. We had folks from out Pide and Mittie Dunham of state to join us, Maribeth were his sister, Carol Watts Power from Warren, Ohio and her friend, Nancy Lee, and Bobby Weaver from both of Tulsa, Oklahoma. Norman, Oklahoma. Many Bo and Whiz Creighton and Thanks to Bernice Rhoads daughter, Brazeal, stopped and Whiz Creighton for by to visit with Pide and the pies, Bernice helped in Mittie Dunham on Friday, the concession stand in the Saturday and Sunday. absence of Sybil KendRodney and Tracy Dunham ricks who was attending a of Hamlin visited with his reunion. Thanks to Bo and parents a couple of days. Whiz Creighton and daughShelly Dunham and ter, Brazeal for helping to friend, Gerral Walden of clean up at the end of the Sydney spent a couple of evening. Winning the door days with her parents Pide prizes were Wanda Acker and Mittie Dunham. of Rotan and Ken Arnold of Our deepest sympaAbilene. We hope to see all thy to the family of Faye of you again on May 26 for Worthington Chapman of the next musical. Midland who passed on Deanne Conner of WichiSaturday. Faye 87, was the

ta Falls spent the weekend with her grandparents, Danny and Phyllis Letz. On Saturday, Danny and Phyllis went to Abilene on Saturday afternoon to take a guitar that Danny had repaired to Clint Kniffen. Later Danny and Phyllis had dinner out and then drove to visit with daughter, Jana, and husband, Albert Hinkle. They got to visit with several grandchildren and great grandchildren. Mike and Maxelle Baldree and grandson, Duke Baldree of Tuscola spent Saturday afternoon with his mother, Anita Dozier. It sure was nice to have them for the afternoon, they helped me with several things that needed to be done. Maxelle went with me to the Center to make sandwiches and other things for the musical. I sure did enjoy having the great grandson, Duke, who is two and quite a character. Thought for the week: “The three grand essentials of happiness are: something to do, someone to love, and something to hope for.” Happy Birthday Wishes go to Sabrina Pippen, Lisa Olson, Diane Jouett, Barbara Sherrod, Denton Dudensing, Doug Vahlenkamp, Jami Wilde, Tom Lee Rhoads, Emmalee Phemister, John Jouett, Norma Jean Talley, Don Pyron, David Sikes, Madison Mills, Will Meier, Pat Mathis, Leisa Morrow, Ann Spitzer, Dr. Norm Dozier, Laverne Rash, Susan Kittley, Jerry Hahn, Kortney Smith, Vanessa Lehrmann, Brittany Weaver and Gabriel Vahlenkamp. We wish you many more. Anniversary greetings go to John and Celinda Allison. Have a great day.

60th Annual Jones County Fair Home & Garden Division Planning Meeting Date Set Are you interested in assisting with the planning and implementing of the 60th Annual Jones County Fair which will be held September 20-22, 2018? Your help is welcome and appreciated!! The Planning meeting for the 2018 Fair will be held on Thursday,

May 10th at the Anson Senior Citizens Building. We are in need of superintendents and helpers for Art Division, Horticulture Division and Hobbies and Crafts Division. If these divisions are your specialty, we would love to welcome

you to our committee. If these are not your expertise, we have plenty of places you can help out. Please contact Kim Miles, CEA-FCH at the Jones County Extension Office, (325)8232432 or send her an email to jones@ ag.tamu.edu.

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HELLO FROM COWBOY COUNTRY By Luci Wedeking Hey, y’all! Hope everybody is well out there. I’ve got some exciting news to share… we got the grant we applied for back in January!!! Woohoo! Thanks to all who were hoping and praying for us, it came through! The Tocker Foundation has awarded $4,600 to purchase museum quality archival shelving, so we may begin to build Stamford’s first professionally maintained historical archive. This is a big deal and a ground-breaking success, as the Tocker Foundation typically only funds libraries. This is the first time they have granted funding for an archive and may be formative of the direction they choose to take with similar projects in the future. Now if you recall, we took a big risk with this new idea and applied for $23,000… for an idea they had never funded before. In full, the $23,000 would have also purchased the computer and software we still need to catalog the collection, as well as hundreds of archival boxes that we now have ample space for. $4,600 is not the full $23,000 requested, but we have been blessed with the means to start! This grant award allows for the very foundation on which to build, and I think they are hoping to see what this gift inspires, what we as a community choose to do with it. Tocker Grants are often a catalyst to more growth within a community, generosity that inspires others to do the same. I believe they are hoping to see that the City of Stamford and others in our area care about this project as much as we do and step up to contribute in similar fashion. This is almost like a test to see if this new idea will work, because they finished their award statement with a glorious promise… they want to give us another grant, to digitize the whole archive once we have

organized and completed the project from our end. How amazing is that! Digitizing our photo collection has long been a dream of mine, and something I have slowly been working on for the last several years. We already have nearly 1,000 photos digitized and ready to share online. We only have about 14,000 or so more to go! If we can work together to get our archives organized and are awarded more grant funding, it will save years of work and tens of thousands of dollars. Plus, Stamford’s full photo archive will be sharable with the world via the Portal to Texas History, just as our old Stamford American newspaper archives are already being shared online (also made possible by a Tocker Grant). The foundation has been quietly partnering with our community through our library for over a decade, granting us cumulatively more than $55,000 over the last several years. I’m not going to let them down. WE are not going to let them down! We need a little help from the good people of Stamford to help us get to the next step and make this dream a reality! Did you know, unlike the library, the museum is not funded by the City of Stamford? Yes, the city owns the building, funds some minor indirect costs, and oversees the museum, but almost all of our funding to operate comes from the Hotel/Motel Tax and NOT the City’s “general fund” budget. That means our success is fully dependent on tourism trends, grant funding, and donations from folks like you. I will be asking the City of Stamford to release funds from our museum savings account to purchase the new computer we need so badly, as well as the Past Perfect software to begin to catalog our museum collection. This will not be funded by the City, but by the museum itself, indepen-

dently. So, we are prepared to do our part! I will also be looking for other grant opportunities and foundations to partner with us to help fill in the gaps. I’m reaching out to our friends and neighbors for donations to help us complete this project, so we can get the next round of grant funding that has been so generously promised. As we have already begun doing over the last several months, for the TCR and Swenson family collections, we plan to purchase a variety of professional quality archival boxes from our office supply budget as we can afford them (again, funded by the museum and not the City). This will happen little by little, which for the long list and specificity of what’s needed may take years… it’s kind of like that Johnny Cash song, One Piece at a Time, except we aren’t stealing, we’re buying it legit from a professional museum supplier. Ultimately the total cost of these archival supplies is just under $15,000. We are going to do this the right way, I’m not settling for less than best. We are no longer storing our priceless century old photographs in junk drawers and random piles. Times have changed in the museum, and we’re headed back in the right direction, back to our original mission with new standards set in process and procedure. We have a chance here to really make this great, to have a world class cultural center in Stamford. We have a story unlike anywhere else in the world, of the SMS and the TCR, an immigrant story, a ranching empire, and a cowboy town. It’s a saga of the Old West and the new west, and we are making a carefully planned investment to preserve this special history to define our future. Friends, there are two ways you can help! We are selling copies of our book, Stamford, co-authored by the museum and James

Various archival boxes purchased by the museum to hold TCR and Swenson Family collections. More are needed as we proceed with the archives. Collett, as well as a new book we helped research, The SMS Ranch by Dawn Youngblood. Profits of all books sold in the museum (not from Amazon or other retailers) will go directly to funding the museum. You may also make a taxdeductible donation to the Cowboy Country Museum, which will be deposited in the Museum’s independent bank account, not the City’s general fund. We want to be clear, all donations to the museum go to the museum, and only the museum. In the meantime, we will be working hard with what we have, and not waiting around for the rest. I’m already looking forward to posting updates over the next several months as the archive room comes together! Thanks to this grant funding, this is just the beginning of a bright future for this project. I am so thankful for this new opportunity and the continued support from the Tocker Foundation. Hope y’all will keep rooting for us to see it through. Remember, we are here to give back to the community. This is your museum!

Mark Your Calendar! 60th Annual Jones County Fair Dates Set for September 20-22 The 2018 Jones County Fair plans are underway, and everyone is getting excited. The dates for the fair will be September 20-22 at the Jones County Fair Grounds. To celebrate the 60th year of the Fair, activities that have been previously featured will be returning with a couple of new activities added. Home & Garden Division will feature items from canning, sewn, photography art, horticulture, baked items, crafts. 4-H and FFA members will compete in the livestock division with sheep, goat and cattle divisions. ADDED this year, BBQ Cookoff. In addition to the Jones County Fair activities, the Anson Chamber of Commerce have planned a Family, Fun Night with adult and kids activities. Everyone make plans to attend all activities September 20-22. For more information contact the Jones County Fair at (325)823-2432.

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Response to Grace The Word of God tells us that it is by faith that we are made right in God’s eyes (Heb. 11:6). When we put our faith in Jesus Christ and His sacrifice that he paid at Calvary we become righteous in the Lord’s eyes. Our salvation is given to us through His blood and we are adopted into God’s family. From that moment forward we have the privilege of getting to know our Creator and Savior in an intimate relationship through the Holy Spirit. I say privilege, because without a doubt that’s what it is. But the key to our relationship with God is that it depends on our willingness to seek Him and our effort to pursue him. Again we are saved by faith… We cannot work our way to Heaven. But I will say that we can work our way to a deeper and closer relationship with the Almighty God. The Word of God says to “make every effort to respond to God’s promises” (2 Pet. 1:5). Our faith and closeness to God is our responsibility and depends on our effort to want to know Him more. In other words, in our relationship with Jesus, He has done His part and it’s up to us to do ours and sacrifice our own selves for His glory (Rom. 12:1). If you want to be good at baseball what do you do? You practice… If you want to get to know someone what do you do? More than likely you spend time with them or you ask them questions in order to get to know them on a personal level. The same is true with our relationship with God. We must be willing to get to know Him and draw close to Him. Because guess what! When we draw close to God He promises to draw close to us (James 4:8). We must look to grow in our faith. We should not be immature in our faith but instead be mature in faith as we grow in our relationship with God (Eph. 4:13-14). Don’t be satisfied with just knowing of God but truly get to know Him. Sanctification is the process of becoming holy and more like the One True God who is indeed Holy (Lev. 19:2). We should look to pursue holiness in every aspect

of our lives. The Word of God says to “Work at living a holy life, for those who are not holy will not see the Lord” (Heb. 12:14). Work is the key word… We must be willing to put a little effort forward in our relationship with God. If we don’t, then we will not grow in faith and we will not be holy as our Lord God is holy. John the Beloved wrote that, “Those who have been born into God’s family do not make a practice of sinning, because God’s life is in them. So they can’t keep on sinning, because they are children of God” (1 John 3:9). As a confessing believer we should not continue down the road that leads to destruction. When we continue to do the things that we know are not of God (James 4:17) we find ourselves disrespecting the Blood of Christ. We have been called to live holy and pure lives that are founded on the Word of God and the saving power of Jesus Christ our Lord (1 Pet. 1:15-16). The Ball is in your court… The sacrifice has been made and the opportunity of a deepened relationship has been given. It’s up to YOU to submit to His Spirit and to allow Him to transform you. We must look to become Holy like our Holy and Glorious God. Put away the sin that so easily trips you up (Heb. 12:1) and devote your life to the One who died for you. Be conformed into His image by seeking Him above all else (Matt. 6:33). Every day is a gift from God and our number one priority should be to know Him more. Don’t take one day for granted, because the days are going by way too fast. Don’t be satisfied where you are but instead continue to seek Him and allow Him to take you to the top of the mountain. There’s a Holy God on that mountain, and so I beg you to work at becoming Holy for your own soul’s sake… God Bless you this coming week! Happy Cinco de Mayo! Respect the Blood, Dalton Mathis

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“Movin’ On!” - Free Concert By Celebration Singers The Celebration Singers, our Big Country’s premier adult show choir of talented vocalists and musicians, will perform a free public concert of popular music in Abilene’s historic Paramount Theater on Friday evening, May 4th.. The curtain will open at 7:00 pm for the one-time only performance. No advance reservations or tickets are needed. Free and convenient parking is available. For more than two decades, this choral group has performed public spring and winter concerts in Abilene with free admission. The spring performances have featured many varieties of popular music and the winter shows both secular and sacred holiday music. The Spring show theme is “MOVIN’ ON!” , a musical journey through life with family, friends, love, faith, inspiration, and patriotism. The program will feature solos, duets, small groups and, of course, the full show choir lending their voices to the many selections. It will be full of beautiful and memorable songs in different styles and arrangements, including “Rhythm of Life”, “Thank God for Kids”, “Stand By Me”, “It Had To Be You”, “My Lighthouse”, “United We Stand”, “He Ain’t Heavy, He’s My Brother” , “You’ve Got a Friend” , “Somewhere (There’s a Place for Us)”, and many more. The late J.G. Martin, PhD, Professor of Music at Hardin-Simmons University, was the founder and original Director of Celebration Singers. Dr. Martin loved music and used creative ways to bring more music to more people in the

Abilene area. He directed the first program in December of 1997. It was a huge success and Celebration Singers have been performing for appreciative area audiences ever since. The current Director, Betty Ann Blackburn, succeeded Dr. Martin in 2007. Ms. Blackburn, a distinguished professional, has appeared in every major US concert hall, including New York’s Lincoln Center, and abroad in Paris, Frankfurt and World Trade Fair concerts. She performed twice for Presidents at the White House, appeared on Broadway with Fiddler on the Roof, toured Europe with legendary international entertainers, made many national television appearances, and performed with the Abilene Philharmonic, Abilene Opera and Abilene Collegiate Opera. Mrs. Blackburn has been staff accompanist with the HardinSimmons University vocal department for many years and is music director at Dyess Air Force Base Chapel. She is also named in Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers. Dr. Larry McGraw, Associate Dean of the Logsdon School of Theology at Hardin-Simmons University, is the long-time master of ceremonies. He is also an Abilene radio personality and the public announcer for HSU football, baseball and volleyball. Celebration Singers, Inc. is a secular Texas non-profit corporation and IRS 501(c)(3) tax-deductible charitable organization consisting of vocalists and musicians selected by audition or invitation from throughout our Big Coun-

try. All are non-paid volunteers who practice weekly and freely contribute their time and talent. In addition to two annual shows at the Paramount, smaller groups perform free programs throughout the year at other venues. Performance expenses are underwritten by state and local grants, concert underwriters and sponsors, program advertisers and individual donations. All contributions are tax-deductible. For more information, please see www.celebrationsingersabilene.com & facebook. com/celebrationsingerstx. Make plans now to attend this special Spring show. You will be glad you did. Moreover, you will discover why the Celebration Singers fill the Paramount Theater for every performance. Regular patrons seldom miss a concert and new patrons are always surprised to hear the musical quality, variety and talent presented. Celebration Singers believe music is life and that is why our hearts have beats. The wonderful gift of music always travels with us through life in so many special ways. “I love to hear a choir. I love the humanity... to see the faces of real people devoting themselves to a piece of music. I like the teamwork. It makes me feel optimistic about the human race when I see them cooperating like that.” - music icon Paul McCartney John Compere Community Member Board of Directors Celebration Singers, Inc.

Paint Creek Athletes Participate in District Track Meet The Paint Creek Junior High Track Team competed at the District 17-A track meet on April 5 at the Graford Track Complex. The Girls finished 6th and the Boys were 5th. GIRLS Long Jump: 11 Hall, Anastasia 10-00.75 100 Meter Dash: 5 Hall, Anasta-

sia 15.61 200 Meter Dash: 7 Hall, Anastasia 34.71 BOYS Long Jump: 8 Castillo, Kaiden 1210.25; 12 Blair, Gus 10-11.75 Shot Put: 1 Gonzales, David 3511.50; 2 Garcia, Mark 32-08.50 Discus Throw: 1 Garcia, Mark 9602; 6 Gonzales, David 72-02.50

110 Meter Hurdles: 1 Souther, Dylan 20.85 100 Meter Dash: 9 Blair, Steelyn 16.18; 14 Rhodes, Levi 18.05 4x200 Meter Relay: 2 Paint Creek ‘A’ 2:05.39’ 1) Castillo, Kaiden 2) Souther, Dylan 3) Sanford, Austen 4) Blair, Gus 200 Meter Dash: 12 Blair, Gus 34.03; 15 Blair, Steelyn 39.64

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Bulldogs Defeat Pipers

Behind the excellent pitching of Zach Duran, the Bulldogs outscored the Pipers 7-0 in Friday’s contest. Duran also contributed 2 RBIs and Josh Mueller added 2 hits. 1 2 3456 7 R H E Hamlin 0 0 00 000 0 1 5 Stamford 0 0 20 14X 7 4 0 With a win over Anson, Stamford finished 3rd in district and advances to the Bi-District playoffs. They will play Miles in a best of 3 series in Hermleigh Thursday and Friday at 5:00 and Saturday at 1:00. The games will be broadcast on KVRP 97.1FM on Thursday, on KVRP 1400AM Friday, and Saturday’s game (if necessary) TBD.

Lady Dawgs Defeat Hamlin And they were off.........to the Regional Track Meet last Thursday

Hall of Fame Banquet May 7th This is the last week to purchase tickets to the Big Country Athletic Hall of Fame Induction Banquet on Monday, May 7th, at 6:30 PM at the Abilene Convention Center. Tickets are $65 each. This year’s inductees and their home towns are Jody Brown, Cross Plains; Dick Compton, Colorado City; Darcell Edwards, Coleman; Fred Green Abilene High; A.J. Jack Mills Jr., Stamford; Mike Morris, Abilene Cooper and John Thomas, Abilene High. Deceased “Bill Hart Memorial Legends” to be recognized are Gene Alford of Rising Star and Colonel Buster Mills from Ranger. Tickets can be purchased by going to www.bigcountryhalloffame.org or calling 325-668-3685. A.J. (Jack) Mills Jr., was a co-captain quarterback and valedictorian on Gordon Wood’s first state championship team at Stamford in 1955. After graduating with two degrees from Oklahoma, he became an assistant athletic director at the University of Colorado in 1965-66. He is now in private law practice in Boulder, Colo., specializing in representation of hundreds of professional athletes, including Eric Dickerson, Tony Boselli and pro golfer Hale Irwin, as well as his newest client, Heisman Trophy winning quarterback Baker Mayfield from Oklahoma. Mills is the founder and managing partner of Ascent Sports Management and is now a noted attorney and sports agent in Colorado.

The Lady Bulldogs jumped out to an 8-run first inning and never looked back, defeating the Lady Pipers 17-2. Leading the offense were Laramie Terrell with 2 hits and 3 RBIs; Kaitlyn Kovar with 2 hits; and Macy Fernandez with 2 RBIs. 1 2 3456 7 R H E Stamford 8 6 0 3 X X X 17 8 1 Hamlin 2 0 00 XXX 2 1 6

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STAMFORD ISD MENU May 7th-11th Monday Sausage Kolache, Yogurt, Fruit -- Assorted Fruit Juice, Milk Variety Steak Fingers, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Carrot Coins, Roll, Strawberries & Bananas, Milk Variety Tuesday Breakfast Taquito, Fruit, Assorted Fruit Juice, Milk Variety French Bread Pizza, Marinara Sauce, Garden Salad, California Veggies, Fruit Cup, Pudding, Milk Variety Wednesday Waffles, Sausage, Fruit -- As-

sorted Fruit Juice, Milk Variety Mexican Combo Plate, Mexicali Corn, Salsa, Refried Beans, Lettuce/Tomato, Sliced Peaches, Milk Variety Thursday Breakfast Pizza, Fruit, Assorted Fruit Juice, Milk Variety Sloppy Joe Sandwich, Broccoli Bites, Oven Fries, Fresh Fruit, Milk Variety Friday SCHOOL HOLIDAY!!!

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VIP MENU May 7th-11th Monday Beef Stroganoff, Mix Veggies, Salad, Bread, Pineapple Upside Down Cake Tuesday Taco Salad, Refried Beans, Hominy, Rosie Pears Wednesday Steak Sandwich, Lettuce, Tomato, Baked Beans,

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Does Exercise Trump A Poor Diet?

DEAR DR. ROACH: My husband is physically fit and works out daily through biking, elliptical trainer, playing hockey, working outside, etc. He is of appropriate weight, and his cholesterol and sugar numbers are normal, as is his blood pressure. What concerns me is his diet. Every day, he eats meat -- red meat, pork or chicken. He also eats lunch meat and plenty of cheese. He says working out counters the effect of these foods. He has a heart murmur, and his father passed away unexpectedly from either a heart attack or stroke at age 74 this past summer. Can all of this add to his potential to have a heart attack, or do the test results indicate that he is fine? -- J.M. ANSWER: To be optimally healthy, both exercise and diet are important. People argue passionately about what is the healthiest diet and whether eating red meat is healthy. Although some people have seized on newer study results, I have read many studies in the past 30 years, (comma) and believe that eating less meat and more fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, nuts and seeds, and fish is much healthier. In my opinion, your husband’s eating habits do contribute to heart attack risk despite his exercise regimen. I also should add that processed meats have been convincingly linked to increased cancer risk; however, the magnitude of that risk is small. That does not mean he has to change his eating habits entirely in order to get healthier; small changes are more likely to be acceptable to him. Starting with one meal a day of fish or creatively cooked plants (some people find mushrooms, for example, a very good meat substitute) can help reduce his risk. The booklet on heart attacks, America’s No. 1 killer, explains what happens, how they are treated and how they are avoided. Readers can order a copy by writing: Dr. Roach Book No. 102 628 Virginia Dr. Orlando, FL 32803 Enclose a check or money order (no cash) for $4.75 U.S./$6 Can. with the recipient’s printed name and address. Please allow four weeks for delivery. DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 77-year-old man. A year ago, I was diagnosed with atrial fibrillation. I went to a cardiologist, who performed a nuclear stress test, an echocardiogram and two 24-hour EKGs (Holter monitors). I was treated with metoprolol and Eliquis. The issue is that I exercise six days a week. I have absolutely no symptoms, and am wondering whether these medications are of any benefit. My cardiologist recommends continuing with both to avoid a stroke. During exercise,

TO YOUR GOOD HEALTH By Dr Keith Roach, M.D. my heart rate will occasionally rise to over 170 beats per minute. Do you have any comments? -- M.G. ANSWER: I would comment that there are several benefits to treatment. As your cardiologist noted, people with atrial fibrillation are at a higher risk for stroke, and apixaban (Eliquis) is one treatment that helps reduce that risk. So, I certainly would recommend continuing that medication, if your cardiologist has decided it’s right for you (some people with atrial fibrillation are treated with warfarin; others with aspirin, instead of apixaban and similar drugs). A second goal is keeping the heart rate in a safe zone. Very fast heart rates (which often can be seen in atrial fibrillation) can cause symptoms, lower blood pressure to dangerous levels and cause damage to the heart muscle. A heart rate of 170 in a 77-year-old man is higher than I am comfortable with, and higher than most published recommendations I have read. Metoprolol, a beta blocker, slows heart rate but is better at slowing resting heart rate than exercise-induced heart rate. I certainly wouldn’t recommend stopping or lowering the metoprolol, and I would be sure that your cardiologist knows your heart rate at peak exercise. Dr. Roach regrets that he is unable to answer individual letters, but will incorporate them in the column whenever possible. Readers may email questions to ToYourGoodHealth@med.cornell.edu or request an order form of available health newsletters at 628 Virginia Dr., Orlando, FL 32803. Health newsletters may be ordered from www.rbmamall.com. (c) 2018 North America Syndicate Inc. All Rights Reserved

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2018 Stars Over Abilene Quilt Show Come join The Abilene Quilters’ Guild at our 24th annual Stars Over Abilene Quilt Show at the Abilene Convention Center June 8th and 9th! The hours Friday are from 10 am to 6 pm and Saturday 10 am to 5 pm. The show will be held at the Abilene Convention Center at North 6th and Pine. Tickets will be sold at the door and are $6 with a $1 discount for those older than 62. Children under 12 are admitted free. There will be more than 200 quilts of all patterns, sizes and fabrics for viewing. Friday visitors can vote for their favorite quilts for the Viewer’s Choice Awards. The quiltmakers will be eager to see which quilts will receive the ribbons and awards which will be hung in time for the the Saturday show. To make the show more enjoyable for children, they may participate in a Scavenger Hunt which will be held both days. More than 20 new and returning vendors will offer notions, fabrics, patterns and other assorted quilting items. If you are a fabricholic this is definite-

ly the place to be. Vendors will also be donating door prizes which will be given both days. Both Saturday and Sunday you will find many tips, new ideas, clever notions and great “how-tos” during demonstrations by the vendors. In addition, there will be a raffle quilt made by guild members. The pattern for the quilt is entitled “Lemon Tree Quilt” and was designed by Peddlecar Quilts. Done in shades of light blue, medium blue and cream the fabric is a Robyn Pandolph creation and the quilt is a full/ queen size. Tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5. The drawing will be held at 4 pm Saturday afternoon with the proceeds going to Abilene Habitat for Humanity. The winner does not have to be present to win. Zo-Ray Creations will offer two workshops for both beginner and advanced quilters. Both classes will be from 9 am to 4 pm. The Friday class will be a Sue Pelland “Hearts and More” technique class while the Saturday class will be a “Square-in-a-Square

Constellation” class. For more information on Janie Alonzo of Austin, Texas, who will be teaching the classes google Zo-Ray Creations. Each class costs $40. To register for a class or for more information contact Regina at 325-7333935. The Guild invites non-members as well as members to enter their quilt(s). Entry forms must be postmarked by May 14, 2018. No late entries will be accepted. The entry fee of $3 per quilt will be collected when the quilt is turned in at the Abilene Convention Center on Wednesday, June 6th. Quilts can be picked up after 6pm on Saturday, June 9th. Entry forms are located on Facebook at Abilene Quilters Guild, or by contacting Regina at 325-733-3935 or at miin2002@suddenlinknet. A snack bar will be open both days. Our legendary Chicken salad sandwich or a pimiento cheese sandwich, chips, brownies, and drinks will be available for purchase for $6 during open hours. For further information, contact miin2002@suddenlink.net

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STAMFORD RESIDENCE AND REHABILITATION NEWS By Jayme Brattain We sure have been busy this month. We have had Easter, Bingo, Trips to the movies, BBQ’s, and a wonderful April Birthday Party. The Church of Christ came and hosted a wonderful April Birthday Party for our residents. They had all kinds of cupcakes and cakes, then they even sang a few classic songs with the residents. We had a great time and can’t wait for them to come back again. We took some of the residents to Abilene to see “I Can Only Imagine,” and then to eat a Cracker Barrel. We all absolutely loved the

movie and ended up crying through most of it. It was a fantastic trip all around. Now we are planning to take a group of residents to the Cowboy Museum here in town. I really think they will love it especially since the majority of our residents have lived in Stamford most their lives. Now it’s time to start getting ready for our Cinco de Mayo Fiesta. We are having the party on the 7th, and Elvis is come out to perform another awesome show for the residents. They love when he comes out. So if you are free,

please join us for the Party at 2 pm on the 7th. It’s going to be a blast. Okay, that’s it for this week. We hope you all have a blessed week. Joshua1: 9 “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go.” Thanks, Jayme Brattain Activity Director

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Roots To Boots

Never Say Never So, what’s been going on with you this week? Nothing major has happened in Stamford from what I can think of. Well, except for the fact that our own James Washington was drafted to the Pittsburgh Steelers! I would be remiss if I did not talk about this event this week because I am sure that is on the minds of practically every single Stamford citizen and many others around our area. It seemed like someWill McClure thing that was only just an idea when it was only a few short years ago that a lot of people were talking about if James ended up going to the NFL. That idea ended up becoming a reality for this very humble young man who, and I think we can all agree on this, deserves to be where he is now. Not once did he rest on his laurels or forget where he came from as he continued to push forward with hard work, dedication, and even achieving his ultimate goal of being the first in his family to graduate college. That is really saying something when graduating with a degree was the goal and not the fame. No matter how many times he was talked up by sports broadcasters, which included surprise about his small town upbringing and his humble attitude, he continued to be himself and would not change despite the recognition that he received. Even when there was doubt, he never said never and look where he is now! This brings me to my thoughts this week and they are simple: never say never. I talked about this a few weeks ago when I talked about fighting for your dreams and the idea still rings true even more now. There are so many times where we forgo pursuing our dreams because we are told that they are impossible or that they will “never” happen. People all over the world have to give up hope because they let others bring them down with that word “never.” When I personally think about it, I actually do not use it in the negative light, preferring instead to use it with “never give up” or “never back down” or even “never stop dreaming.” Are some goals difficult to obtain? Of course, but you do not need to use the word “never” to bring you down more. Even though saying something like it “will not happen” is better, it still makes one doubt themselves and their dreams. I think that after this past week that word “never” will not be said at least for a long time as the entire country witnessed a small town kid who puts others before himself and overcame doubt to be able to open another chapter as a professional football player. We all have dreams at some point in our lives, and there will be a lot of times where we are told that it is not possible. However, we cannot think that way as it may damage whatever small goals that we have for ourselves. Even when we know that something will be a long shot, we still need to go for it to the best of our ability and even if things end with the dream not being obtained, we can safely say with pride that we chose to not give up our dreams. We all have big dreams that we want to obtain, but it is ultimately how we pursue that dream that will define us in the end. All you need is hard work, dedication, a great support group, and a “never say never” attitude. Who knows? Maybe one day the dream will become a reality. Until next time, dear reader, my cap’s off to you!

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A group of immigrants in Dallas has formed an organization called Roots to Boots. Boris Gremont and his wife Joan immigrated to the US from South Africa in 1978 and settled in Dallas. Boris was an established, successful accountant in Johannesburg but he says every day was uncertain as to what the day might bring politically. He had to re-qualify as a CPA in Texas. “When I went to see the certification board, they said, ‘give us ninety dollars, stay here for ninety days and we’ll make you a CPA.’ I thought this is my kind of town.” He was showing some South Africans around town and took them to a grocery store. What they saw was 60 kinds of bread. They thought the country was too confusing and decided not to immigrate to the US. Boris found a job in the accounting department at Neiman-Marcus. “Once I gave a financial report to some executives and when I was about forty-five minutes into my presentation, one of them asked

me to start over because he didn’t understand a word I had said.” When Boris left South Africa, getting money out of the country was dangerous. “If you were caught taking money out of South Africa, it was considered treason and you would get a prison sentence,” says Boris. “And they don’t have the American legal system that you have here with all the lawyers fighting for you. There it’s pretty much an open and shut case.” Boris had a friend who found a way to take his wealth with him when he left South Africa. “He decided he was going to take his money out in diamonds, since South Africa was a diamond-producing country. So he devised a scheme. He was going to put his arm in a plaster cast and he was going to

imbed the diamonds in the plaster cast and take it through the airport and go to London. He called the security authorities at the airport the day he was leaving and said there was a British Airways flight from South Africa to London and that a short fellow (he was short) was planning to take that flight. He said the fellow had his arm in a plaster cast and it’s full of diamonds. The security people asked for his name, and he hung up the phone. “That evening he got to the airport. His arm was in a plaster cast and of course they were watching for him. They pulled him aside and took him

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into an interrogation room and asked him about the diamonds in his cast. He said he had no idea what they were talking about. They badgered him and badgered him and eventually they were convinced he had diamonds in his cast. They brought a big pair of scissors and cut off the plaster cast, peeled it off layer-by-layer and there were no diamonds. “The security officials were very embarrassed and apologetic and the man told them they had made him miss his flight. They told him they would get him on tomorrow night’s flight. The next night he went to the airport with his cast full of diamonds and they escorted him into the plane.”

ROTARY CLUB NEWS APRIL 24, 2018

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Jim West, Incoming President for the Stamford Rotary Club beginning July 1, 2018, attended the Leadership Training Program for incoming Rotary officers for the new Rotary year held in Fort Worth. The Rotary Theme for 2018-2019 is “BE THE INSPIRATION”. The first session was about how to promote your Club through social media. The second session was about the Rotary Foundation, the Paul Harris Fellowship and the many grants that could be available for Rotary projects. The final session was on navigating the Rotary Club with all the information on the Rotary Web Site. He said that it was a very informative meeting, and he is looking forward to great things in the new Rotary Year.

Each year, the Club picks a topic for which the seniors prepare an essay and the one submitting the best essay will be awarded a $1000.00 scholarship based solely on the essay. The topic this year is “ WHAT ARE THE TOP THREE INFLUENCES THAT HAVE HELPED YOU IN MAKING DECISIONS AS YOU PLAN TO PREPARE FOR YOUR FUTURE?”. Eight students that wrote essays were Braleigh Hickman, Devin Hughes, Hayden Lewis , Zenaida Moreno, Miya Sanchez, Morgan Sanders and Bailee Wiley. They attended our meeting today and told something about themselves, their achievements in school and their plans for the future. They were also asked to tell about what has been some of their observa-

tions and memories about their high school years. We can be proud of our teachers for bringing out the best in our students as they graduate and plan for their future.

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Inside/Outside Garage Sale 1501 Hudson, Stamford. Friday and Saturday 8:00am to 4 pm. No early birds, please.

Stamford Residence & Rehab is looking to hire a Weekend RN Supervisor & PRN CNA’S, LVN’S, & RN’S. Please call for more info. (325)773-3671

111 E Campbell 3 stories, 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths and 6 fireplaces!.Reduced $217,900

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515 Dodson Drive Nice 2 story, 4 br, 2 bath family home!.............................In Contract 1217 Compton Gorgeous Stone home w/ 2 bedrooms, 1 bath....... Reduced.$69,900 806 Davenport Nice brick home 3 bd, 1 bath, 1 car garage w fenced yard and cellar!....... $64,900 716 E Oliver Great Family Home 4/2 /2 quiet area!.......................List price $59,900 1310 Hudson 3 Bd, 2 bath w/carport close to country club.............Reduced $56,500 916 Wesleyan G2 Bd 1 Bath Brick Home w/ CH/A and 2 Car Garage...In Contract 1403 Hudson Rd Cute 2 bd w/ 1 car garage and huge bk yard in nice area!.....$34,500 412 E Handlan Clean 2 br, 1 bath with storage and EXTRA lot on corner!......$32,000 1609 Swenson new 1,200 sq ft metal building...................... Reduced $29,500 717 E Campbell great 3/2 on corner lot! Needs TLC!...........Reduced $21,900 HAMLIN 48 AVE B Great family home 3/2/2 on corner lot!....Reduced $89,500 RULE 1501 Union nice Brick home w/ 3bd, 1.5 bath and shop!.....Reduced $42,000

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Jones County 704± Ac Clear Fork, Cult. & Pasture 165± Ac Combo livestock/hunting place! 152± Ac N of Trent Cultivation 155± Ac LIVE WATER! SOLD 38± Cultivation near Noodle SOLD

Haskell County 620± Ac Mule Creek Ranch Great Hunting w Nice Cabin! 545± Ac Pasture, Cultivation BIG Water! 520± Ac cultivation & pasture 160± Ac North of Rule, CRP 48± Ac Great Homesite & Stock farm! Shackelford County 248± Ac All pasture, Great Hunting 181± Ac quail buffer & fishing! SOLD

Stonewall County 4,743± Ac Patterson N Ranch 925 ± Ac Pasture, Cul. Great Hunting w/ cabin 548 ± Ac Pasture, Cul. Great Hunting 483± Ac Half Cultivation 118± Ac N of Aspermont Fisher County 1,561± Ac Hunters Paradise! 631± Ac All Pasture! Rough Creek Area 178 ± Ac Shinnery, Fantastic Hunting Kent Co 789± Ac Improvements w Hunting! SOLD

Sagebrush Living Center has openings: *Direct Care staff for all shifts *Cook’s Helper in Dietary 2 mornings and 2 afternoons. These shifts are rotating, on 4 off 2 days. *Weekend Janitor/Maid. This shift is from 7:00am to 3:00pm Sat & Sun. Pick up applications at Sagebrush Living Center, 1101 Columbia St, Stamford, TX 79553, 325-773-2791. Stamford Memorial Hospital is seeking a full time Dietary Aide. In keeping with our organization’s values, this role contributes by providing high quality service in a cheerful, timely manner. The dietary aide position is responsible for providing nourishing food to residents, guests and employees under sanitary conditions as directed and in accordance with established policies and procedures. This position requires cooking, cleaning, dishwashing and all aspects of a full service kitchen. A high school diploma or equivalent is required. One year of previous institutional food preparation and Food Handlers Certification is preferred. To apply, please visit our website at http:// stamfordhosp.com/.

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HELP WANTED Stamford Healthcare System is currently seeking a Groundskeeper/Maintenance Worker. This is a full-time, entry level position. Prior experience is not required. High school graduate or equivalent is preferred. This position performs duties in landscaping, maintaining outside grounds of the hospital and assisting with maintenance duties. For an application, please visit our web site http://stamfordhosp. com/ or apply in person at Stamford Memorial Hospital. The Grand Theatre will open soon! We are currently seeking a Director of Operations to manage the theatre and oversee all events and development of future endeavors. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, energetic, creative and a self starter with preferred experience in non-profit management, project development, fundraising, marketing and event planning. Candidates should email resume and cover letter to grandtheatrestamford@gmail. com by Monday, May 7th at 5 pm.

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Weekend Baylor nurse 32/40 and a night shift nurse; Weekend shift differential of $2 hr for nurses and $1 hr for C N A.; $1000 sign on bonus for the two open FT nurse positions. Contact: Marsha Mickler, Director of Nursing; Stamford Residence & Rehab Center, 1003 Columbia St., Stamford, Texas 79533, (325) 773-3671 Stamford Healthcare System is seeking a Full-Time Universal Worker at Country Elegance. In keeping with our organization’s values, this role contributes by providing high quality service in a cheerful, timely manner. The universal worker is responsible for providing residents with desired services in a caring, safe and efficient manner, dressing and maintaining proper clothing and hygiene, cleaning and food preparation while maintaining order, safety and cleanliness. Previous experience is preferred. For an application, please visit our website at http:// stamfordhosp.com/ or drop by the front desk between the hours 8:00 to 5:00 Monday – Thursday.

For a full list of candidates and list of election day polling locations, please visit the Jones County Website co.jones.tx.us under the elections tab PUBLIC NOTICE OF TEST OF AUTOMATIC TABULATING EQUIPMENT Notice is hereby given that the automatic tabulating equipment that will be used in the Election held on May 22, 2018 will be tested on May 2, 2018 at 10 AM at The Jones County Courthouse to ascertain that it will accurately count the votes cast for all offices and on all measures. AVISO PÚBLICO DE PRUEBA DE LOS EQUIPOS DE TABULACIÓN AUTOMÁTICA Aviso por este medio es dar que el equipo de tabulación automático que se utilizarán en la elección que se llevará a cabo el 22 de mayo de 2018 se probará el 2 de mayo de 2018 a las 10 de la mañana en el Juzgado del Condado de Jones para determinar que exactamente contará los votos emitidos para todas las oficinas y en todas las medidas.

PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of Roy T. Cozart, Deceased, were issued on April 23, 2018, in Cause No. 18-7342, pending in the County Court of Jones County, Texas, to: Roy Todd Cozart. All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. c/o: M. Elizabeth Raxter Attorney at Law P.O. Box 281 Lockhart, Texas 78644 DATED the 26th day of April, 2018. M. Elizabeth Raxter Attorney for Roy Todd Cozart State Bar No.: 24050084 P.O. Box 281 Lockhart, Texas 78644 Telephone: (512) 398-6996 Facsimile: (512) 665-4801 E-mail: eraxter@tx-elderlaw.com

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WASHINGTON: Continued from Page 1 “You know we’re excited to have you,” Tomlin told Washington. “It’s been a good process for us. Now you see why we went through what we went through in terms of getting to know you…We feel like we’re not starting at zero.” Tomlin would go on to tell Washington that he would be hearing from other members of the Steelers staff as the announcement would formally be made to the nationwide audience. Shortly after Washington’s announcement, the Steelers held a live press conference to explain their selection in more detail and why Stamford’s own would make a great addition to Pittsburgh’s offense. While there was concern about coming from a conference not known for its defense, Washington still continued to impress several NFL franchises with his ability and speed, becoming a major offensive threat for Oklahoma State University over his academic career. Washington’s strengths as a major offensive player with consistent production, despite worries over his size, still fit in with the Steelers’ play style. Steelers’ Offensive Coordinator Randy Fictner stated that Washington was an “interesting young man” after meeting him at the Big 12 Pro Day as well as the NFL Combine and that he made

big plays and had a knack for getting down the field, something that Fictner said Pittsburgh needed. “He’s well conditioned. He plays strong,” Fictner said when asked about Washington’s relatively slow 4.54 40-yard dash at the Combine. “I think he plays 4.54 every play…He’s not one of those ‘maintenance” guys, he’s no maintenance really…He’s obviously intelligent, he’s held down his position for a long time [at OSU]. We would expect he would have that ability to come in and learn and be able to hold down a position quickly.” Fictner would go on to state that Washington was strong-willed and has a strong physique, which will ultimately help him in the NFL and that he is a competitor, noting how Washington wanted to run the 40-yard dash again on Pro Day and that he has the ability to play more than one receiver spot. Fictner ended the press conference by stating that the Steelers were hoping to draft someone like James Washington and were ultimately very happy to have a chance to draft the 2017 Biletnikoff winner. As Washington celebrated with friends and family on that faithful Friday evening, he joins first round draft pick Terrell Edmunds (S), fifthrounders Marcus Allen (S) and Jaylen Samuels (RB), seventh-rounder Joshua

Frazier, and even a familiar face in OSU quarterback Mason Rudolph, who the Steelers picked up as the 75th pick in the third round, ensuring that the duo would remain on the same team. Former OSU safety Tre Flowers went to the Seattle Seahawks, the 146th overall pick in the fifth round, and wide receiver Marcell Ateman was selected by the Oakland Raiders, the 228th overall pick in the seventh round. After the draft, Zach Crabtree (Los Angeles Chargers), Chris Lacy (New England Patriots), Brad Lundblade (Seahawks), DeQuinton Osborne (Dallas Cowboys) and Ramon Richards (Los Angeles Rams) signed with teams as undrafted rookies. With the NFL Draft finally over, anticipation returns as soon Stamford’s own James Washington gets ready to don the yellow and black of the Pittsburgh Steelers this fall while still remembering his humble roots in Texas. While the future is still uncertain, Washington knows that the citizens of Stamford will be behind him every step of his professional journey as his dreams begin their next chapter. One thing that is certain is that the Pittsburgh Steelers gained an entire community of new fans last Friday evening as Stamford will be ready to cheer on one of their own come August.

Center Pastor Randy Rawls 1214 Compton 325-773-2435 Am Worship: 10:45

Paint Creek Baptist Church Pastor Tony Grand 940-864-3358 AM Worship: 11:00

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 Baptist Church Pastor Bud Akins 301 E Moran 773-2577 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 Chapel Gerald Spalding 501 W. McHarg 325-773-2866 AM Worship: 10:00 Faith Lutheran Church Sagerton, Texas 940-200-0723 AM Worship: 10:30 First Assembly of God Family Worship

First Baptist Church Pastor Jacob West 214 N Swenson 325-773-2781 AM Worship: 11:00 House of God Pastor Bobby Acosta 802 Ferguson St Sundays 11:00am Lueders First Baptist Church Roscoe McCoy 228-4622 AM Worship: 11:00 MacKenzie Trail Cowboy Church Greg Taylor 325-513-2505 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 Nugent Church of Christ Nugent, Texas Ron Ballard, Preacher Sun. 10 Bible Classes 11 Morning Assembly Orient Street Church of Christ Wes Horn 510 S Orient 773-3419 Worship: 10:30

St Ann’s Catholic Church Father Angelo Consemino 1001 S Swenson 325-773-2659 AM Mass: 11:00 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 9:30 Temple Baptist Church Jesse Morton 309 E Campbell 325-773-2550 AM Service: 11:00 Trinity Church Dr. Robert Wingrove 220 E. McHarg

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Casey Locke-Sells, an LVN at the Stamford ISD and Stamford Memorial Hospital, takes sophomore, junior, and senior students that are studying Medical Terminology out to the hospital every Wednesday. This helps the students in learning about surgery and sterile processing.

BASEBALL: Continued From Page 1 As our Bulldog shortstop set for the catch, rather than running behind him to avoid collision, the Anson runner ran to second base on the inside, interfering with our chance to make an out. The most common incidence of interference occurs when a member of the offensive team physically hinders the defensive team, decreasing its chances to make an out or increasing the chance that a baserunner will advance. Whenever this offensive interference occurs, the ball becomes dead. If the interference was committed by a batter or a baserunner, that player is called out and all other

runners must return to the bases they occupied at the time of the interference. If interference is committed by a runner with the obvious intent of preventing a double play, the batterrunner will be called out in addition to the runner who committed the interference. Under National Federation of State High School Association rules only, all runners are required to attempt to avoid collisions. If a runner fails to do so, he is guilty of malicious contact, which is one kind of offensive interference. Malicious contact carries the additional penalty of ejection from the game. That gave Anson their

third out in the 7th inning which landed us with an overall victory still at 2-0 just after 30 minutes into the game. Bi-district, here we come! All games will be held in Hermleigh, May 3rd - 5th vs. Miles, Thursday and Friday at 5pm and Saturday at 1pm. Hope to see everyone there, Stamford Proud, BiDistrict Bound! The games will be broadcast on KVRP 97.1FM on Thursday, on KVRP 1400AM Friday, and Saturdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s game (if necessary) TBD.