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During the recent floods all over central and
eastern Texas, the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office Swift Water Rescue Team was called out and involved in 17 namesake rescues on Memorial Day. Swift water rescue (also called “white water rescue”) is a subset of technical rescue dealing in white water conditions. Due to the added pressure of moving water, swift water rescue involves the use of specially trained personnel, ropes and mechanical advantage systems that are often much more robust than those used in standard rope rescue. The main goal is to use or deflect the water’s power to assist in the rescue of the endangered person(s), as in most situations there is no easy way to overcome the power of the water. The Williamson County Team, which is an all-volunteer unit, consists of two sergeants, four detectives, five deputies, all commanded by Lt. James David. Each member is certified as Advanced Swift Water Technician and Advanced Boat Operator and the Team is equipped with two 12-foot inflatable boats, one 16-foot Rescue Boat and numerous pieces of safety equipment to rescue victims from raging creeks and rivers. Among the rescues performed by this specialized unit were a married couple swept out of
their vehicle on North Drive in Taylor. The man was located first, and the Team began searching for the woman, who is a double amputee. She was found downstream, hypothermic, and holding onto a tree limb with only her head above water. The Team maneuvered their boat into position and rescued the woman, taking her to the bank where Williamson County EMS was waiting. The Team rescued four adults, one child and four family dogs from the roof top of a house on Mustang Drive, in Taylor. The Team also assisted Georgetown Fire Department in rescuing nine persons trapped between two creeks at FM 973 and Rice’s Crossing. Although the Swift Water Rescue Team has been in existence for many years, it wasn’t until Sheriff James Wilson came into office, expanded the Team, and purchased all the latest equipment that enabled the Team to function as an elite rescue unit. The cost is an astonishing amount of money, however Sheriff Wilson spends forfeited drug funds to completely equip the Team and not a dollar of taxpayer money.
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Watering Schedule Returns to Normal Limits
Outdoor watering limits are returning to normal for the first time in 19 months due to recent rains. The Brazos River Authority lifted drought declarations for all lakes and reservoirs in the Brazos River basin, including Lake Georgetown and Stillhouse Hollow Lake. As a result, the City of Georgetown is exiting the city’s Drought Contingency Plan. Memorial Day rain raised Lake Georgetown 20 feet to 800 feet, which is nine feet above the full level. Stillhouse Hollow Lake, another source of water for the city, is at the full level, up 10 feet since Sunday. Effective today, the watering limit for Georgetown customers returns to three times each week, according to the odd-even schedule. While drought contingency restrictions have been lifted, water conservation is strongly encouraged. Based on historical patterns, drought conditions will likely re-emerge in the future and could persist for some time.
Normal Watering Schedule
Water no more than three times each week, and follow this schedule for irrigation systems and sprinklers,
based on the last digit of your address number: • Odd address: Tues and/or Thurs and/or Saturday • Even address: Wed and/or Friday and/or Sunday Watering with a sprinkler or irrigation system is not permitted any time on Monday. Watering with a handheld hose or bucket or using drip irrigation can be done any day and any time of day. Washing a vehicle can be done any day at any time.
Georgetown is 2nd Fastest Growing City in Nation
Georgetown is the secondfastest growing city in the U.S., according to data released by the U.S. Census Bureau on Wednesday. For cities of 50,000 residents or greater, Georgetown had the second-highest rate of population growth in the country. The Census estimates that Georgetown grew from 54,934 to 59,102 in the period from July 1, 2013 to July 1, 2014. That’s an increase of 4,168 residents and a growth rate of 7.6 percent for that year. The Census estimates are based on sampling data. Georgetown’s population growth shows no signs of slowing down. According to the City’s Planning Department, another 1,214 single-family homes have been platted in the city limits and another 1,116
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Georgetown Fire Department Honors 1st Academy Graduates public servant, so you must be wise in your decision making. Keep yourselves safe so you can save others.” He also reminded them of the history of the department, begun in 1881; “We stand on broad shoulders, but it is hard to come across
a better vocation than this; where you are paid to help people.” The cadets also presented a special ceremonial ax to their instructors (left) to commemorate the inaugural class and their gratitude for the dedication of the officers to their training.
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Georgetown celebrated
an historic first on May 29. For the first time in its 134-year history, the city’s Fire Department graduated eight cadets in Class #1 from its own Fire (“Green”) Academy; a 17-week training program for new public safety servants. Also honored were eight Transition Academy gradu-
ates with previous firefighting training, but who learned Texas protocols and compliance and “received the Georgetown polish” as Chief John Sullivan described it. Sullivan said, “In January, we hired some fantastic folks who have great attitudes. They spent 17 weeks learning the bare minimum
and will spend the next year in probationary status to learn what they need to know and keep the community safe.” In light of Georgetown’s growth and future prospects, the fire department is growing as well and plans to recruit for Class #2, which begins in the fall.
STRIVE FOR PERFECTION AND ON THE WAY, CATCH EXCELLENCE. ~CHIEF SULLIVAN Mayor Dale Ross encouraged and congratulated the cadets. “We are continuing to move forward with our plan to offer EMS services beginning October 1, and I couldn’t be prouder of the new graduates and Chief Valedictorian Joseph Toomgam with Logan, Zoey and wife, Amber
Sullivan.” Class Valedictorian, Joseph Toomgam also received the Cadet Leadership award for his excellent work ethic, leadership and ability to motivate others. Toomgam said, “This is overwhelming because everyone in the academy worked very hard and this is a great group of guys. Anyone is deserving of these awards, but it makes the job so much easier when you like the guys you work with every day.” Academy instructor and Assistant Chief Jeff Davis said the cadet award validated the quality of the class because every cadet received votes for it. Sullivan’s address to the graduates extolled the virtues of their career choice: “You have chosen to enter into a career where people’s lives are on the line. You are assuming the role of
of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) held its annual scholarship luncheon May 16. The group awarded two $1000 scholarships to graduating senior women from Georgetown and East View High Schools.
Left: Baily Lawson from Georgetown HS. She is going to Texas A&M—will be in the CORPS and plans to be a lawyer. Right: Sarah Tobin from East View HS. She will be going to Texas Tech and plans to be a nurse.
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Crisis Intervention Team (not all pictured): Deputy Rick Romero, Deputy Ed Harrington, Captain Mike Gleason, Office Specialist Cheryl Chaltry, Deputy Allen Turner, Sgt. Frank Saenz, Lt. Robert Gremillion, Office Specialist Virginia Johnson, Deputy Sean Cox, Deputy Ron LeBoeuf, Deputy Bill Pentecost, Paul Bogan, Deputy Lesley Malinak, Deputy Josh Olson. The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) has been selected as the 2015 Outstanding Criminal Justice Program Award recipient for the western region by the National Criminal Justice Association. The NCJA recognizes law enforcement programs that collaborate to address important issues in the communities and can document the effectiveness of the program quantitatively. The CIT was created under the direction and leadership of Sheriff James Wilson in 2005. Sheriff Wilson recognized the need for solutions to problems created from a mental health crisis impacting the County and the State of Texas, and accepted the challenge from the Com-
missioners Court to create a countywide solution for a public safety system that was being inundated and over-taxed with mental health concerns. He created a specialized team of well trained and certified mental health officers that deal exclusively with mental health calls throughout the county. The goals of the CIT are to protect the rights of the mentally ill; give those with mental illness access to the appropriate level of care; and to divert the mentally ill from the criminal justice system and hospital emergency rooms. Prior to the creation of the CIT, mental health calls were causing EMS incidents to skyrocket. There were millions of dollars in uncompensated care in
local emergency rooms, and costs at the jail were increasing. County Attorney Dee Hobbs praised the CIT for providing “an invaluable service to those in need, while also ensuring excellent public safety for our communities.” In addition to saving county taxpayers millions of dollars since 2005 through diversions of mentally ill to appropriate resources, they help save lives. One family impacted with mental illness wrote, “Until we were made aware of the Crisis Intervention Team, we had felt helpless, lost and completely alone in handling this mental illness. Thanks to the CIT, our daughter was able to get the treatment she needed and did not become another innocent lost in the system.”
appreciate being able to connect with other families, volunteers and staff who care about providing opportunities for their loved one.” Everyone at R.O.C.K. strives to maintain a foundation of good business. Without it, care of the horses, staff, and volunteers are not optimal.
have the long term stability to be here for future generations of individuals born with special needs or veterans returning from war.” R.O.C.K. staff and 250plus volunteers are pleased as well that all their hard work to improve efficiency, and promote doing the right thing has been noticed and honored. R.O.C.K. Board Member Bill Mateja says, “Ultimately, being recognized for this award is humbling and challenging, and a huge honor. Nancy and her staff always try to do the right thing. On the rare occasion that they stumble, there is a
(R.O.C.K.) received RecognizeGood’s 2015 Ethics in Business & Community (EiBC) Award for non-profit organizations. The 13th annual luncheon was held May 21 at The University WE ALWAYS DO OUR of Texas in Austin. BEST TO PROVIDE RecognizeGood® honors businesses, nonprofits and CLEAN GOOD STEWindividuals across Austin ARDSHIP OF THE NONwho demonstrate exemPROFIT DOLLAR. plary ethical practices. ~NANCY KRENEK EiBC awards not only help facilitate a greater dialogue among those who believe that doing the right thing is good business, but also preserve and expand the ethical environment that allows businesses to prosper, grow, and support local communities. R.O.C.K. founder and CEO Nancy Krenek was honored and delighted to have been recognized R.O.C.K. Founder and CEO Nancy Krenek helping a young client make friends with such a pres- with therapy horse “Sonny.” tigious award but “Our focus, our passion , refreshing attitude of transsays good business is never and our drive are connectparency and accountability about awards. ing children, adults and which ultimately proves the Krenek says, “Clients veterans to healing thru high standards and quality really value the connection horses,” she says. “But, if of the agency, as well as with the horse that we are we don’t nurture the busiservice to others.” able to create. They also ness structure, we will not
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New Chaplain at Wilco Juvenile Justice Services On Wednesday, WCJS
Executive Director Scott Matthew introduced to the Board and appointed Kory Capps as the Department Chaplain for Juvenile Services. Capps says, “I am tremendously humbled and honored by this opportunity!” Capps will maintain his current duties as Prevention Coordinator and his duties as Chaplain will focus on chaplaincy in juvenile justice along with its connection to the department vision and youth asset development. · Developing communitybased and faith-based support systems for youth transitioning from facility care to community care. · Coordinating volunteer services; recruitment, training and management of the religious volunteers. · Managing and supervising the provision of religious services on an interfaith and interdenominational basis. · Providing faith-based
counseling, prayer, and religious material to youth or staff members upon their request. Prior to joining the department, Capps worked in youth ministry for 12 years. He earned his bachelor’s degree from Northwestern College and his master’s degree in Divinity from Southern Baptist University. In February of this year, Capps was awarded a Certificate of Endorsement by the Chaplaincy and Pastoral Counseling Endorsement Council of the
Baptist General Convention in Texas. He has a wide range of experience in youth ministry including work as a recreational director at a residential program, to case manager and supervisor of both aftercare and mentoring programs. He has also facilitated vocational and job readiness programs, in addition to “Ready for Life” which is a preparation for adult living program. Prior to moving to Texas, Kory spent a large portion of his career with Straight
Ahead Ministries, an international faith-based organization working with youth in their communities and in more than 400 juvenile detention centers in 19 states and five countries. While there, he was mentored by Dr. Scott Larson, a worldwide youth expert who has authored 12 books and numerous articles on working effectively with at-risk youth – Dr. Larson is in high demand as a speaker and trainer worldwide. Capps also previously served as the Kentucky State Coordinator for Straight Ahead where he was tasked with providing an array of services to at-risk youth. In this role, Kory mobilized and trained volunteers along with networking with various youth programs and community resources. The program provided mentoring, job training, basic life skills training, and connected youth to services in their community. Capps began his career with Williamson County
Juvenile Services as a Court Officer. He transitioned to become the PROMPT Probation Officer working with an intensive field mental health caseload towards the end of 2013, and briefly served in the role of Georgetown Field Probation Supervisor before transitioning into his current role as Prevention Coordinator. Capps excelled in each of these roles within the department. His personable nature, passion for serving youth, education and experience in ministry, and clear communication style make him an excellent fit for this
role. Most importantly, he is a humble and positive person; a youth advocate; a supportive co-worker and supervisor; and a true collaborator who is dedicated to bringing the department and the community together to create positive change opportunities for youth and families. Matt Smith, Asst. Executive Director & Director of Mental Health says, “We believe he will be able to make a significant impact in collaborating with the broader faith community in order to extend support to our youth and families.”
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Severe Weather Reminders and References
In the past week, severe weather has
reminded us that here in Texas we must always remain prepared. Thankfully, we did not suffer the damage that some of our neighboring communities did during this period of uncommonly wet weather. Whenever we are faced with situations such as we had this week we learn something. In our case here at ESD 5/Jarrell Fire Department, we learned social media can be a great help in getting warnings out to those we serve. With bad weather looming we were able to broadcast shelter areas via social media and newscasts in a very short amount of time. The City of Jarrell opened the community center with its adjoining storm shelters for those who needed to find shelter. It was also helpful for travelers who needed a place to go. The old siren in downtown Jarrell was sounded for those in that area. But once again we have learned something through the trial. As I stated on a social medial site yesterday, the siren can only be heard by a few. So what is the best way to be aware of impending disaster situations? Well, there
are several. If you go to WILCO.ORG and go to EMERGENCY COMMUNICATIONS you can sign up to receive notifications. Also, in this age of technology there are several apps for smart phones that will send weather and public safety announcements. And of course, the one piece of equipment we should all have in our homes is a weather radio. First and foremost, however, is we must all have personal awareness. I spoke with one young lady yesterday who said she spent some time in a store freezer with some chickens because she was unaware, when she went shopping, that the weather was as bad as it was. Despite all of the technology and procedures, we are all responsible for being aware of what is going on around us. Our second responsibility is preparedness. Although we live in a rapidly growing area, we are still rural in many respects. Emergency resources are few and we may need to fend for ourselves a bit longer than those in more urban areas. One great resource can be found online at Ready.gov/severeweather. This website gives guidance on developing a plan for your family for many
types of emergency situations. Other simple things you can do to help yourself: Make sure you have a clear posted address on your property. What works for the mail carrier is tough to see in the dark as we attempt to find your residence. Get a reflective address sign that can be located quickly. For information about these signs you can call us at 512-746-2505 or e-mail admin@wilcoesd5.org If you have a storm shelter, make sure it is adequately stocked. Make sure someone knows your address and that you are entering a shelter. That way if you become trapped, someone will know you have taken to shelter. And as always, avoid traveling if at all possible during times of severe weather. If you must travel, do not drive into deep or rushing water. “Turn around, don’t drown.” As I write this article I remember that this week, May 27 marks 18 years since our community was struck by a severe tornado. Let us all remember those who still suffer the loss of loved ones and keep them in our prayers. Please also remember the many
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people who worked so tirelessly in the aftermath of that day. I want to recognize the Jarrell volunteers who served in that time and all of the commitment that they showed to this community. There is not room in this article of course to recognize all of the individuals, organizations and businesses that gave their support during that time. As I have said before, the heart and spirit of compassion that was shown by this community during that trying time makes me proud to be a part of it. Please keep your fire fighters in your thoughts and prayers. Chief Mark McAdams ESD #5
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Jarrell FD Honors Shane Ragsdale Here’s the Steeple...At Last year; however he worked hand in hand with retired JVFD Chief Clifford Tschoerner and Assistant Chief Russ Barfield for many years in tireless service to the community. After having spent that many years serving as a fire fighter, Shane excelled at what he did. Considering the large area covered by few people in ESD #5, it was always comforting to see Shane arrive on the scene of an emergency. If you see Shane Ragsdale, or any of the others who committed many years of volunteer service to your community, take time to thank them. These individuals spent many sleepless nights serving their community, even though most had to get up and make it to a day job the next morning. To my brother fire fighter, Shane Ragsdale, and to all of those that have served with him, you are appreciated not only by this department, but also by all of those to whom you rendered help over the years. Enjoy your nights of not having a pager go off and call you out - you have earned them!
due to the help of our few paid staff and dedicated volunteers we have been able to respond and provide service to them all. One of our most seasoned volunteers has “hung up his boots” after more than forty years of dedicated service to Williamson County. Shane Ragsdale received honors at the Jarrell Fire Department appreciation dinner held on May 16, 2015 for his many years of dedicated service. Brother Ragsdale served as a Shane Ragsdale was presented an volunteer firefighter honorary ax by Captain Cliff Tschofor Georgetown, erner and Captain Chris Hoelscher for Weir, and Jarrell over the years. Shane his years of dedicated service to the Ragsdale’s years of Jarrell FD. service have been superlative, but most hings around the fire house continue to get busier telling to me about his in our rapidly growing area, character is that he was never concerned whether and both the career and he was called Chief, Officer volunteer members of the or firefighter. He always department have remained demonstrated a willingactive in response and ness to serve his neighbors training. Our total numregardless of what title he ber of emergencies each month is slowly showing an held, and over the years he increase and the occurrence spent time in all of these positions. I regret that I of “catching a second call” only had brief amount of while already assigned to time to work with Shane an emergency seems to be since coming on board last increasing as well. So far,
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rell, First United Methodist, improved its standing, literally, with the installation of the building’s first steeple, thanks to Jarrell resident and church member Bud Beaty. Beaty, who is a master of many trades, is known to be very good with his hands and spends a great deal of time, along with his wife Edith, volunteering for the church. He decided about six months ago to build the people a belfry in his backyard shop. Friends say he can build just about anything if he sees a good picture of it. Jarrell historian and author Priscilla King says the church was originally built at Corn Hill in the mid-19th century and was moved to Jarrell in 1909. The church fell victim to severe Texas weather in 1925 and was blown down. Anything but discouraged, the congregation rebuilt the church with as much of the original wood that could be reclaimed after the storm. “We have never had a steeple before,” King says, “So visitors don’t always recognize that it’s a church.” Pastor Tommy Prud’homme was very ex-
cited to hear the steeple was ready for the lift. “I know this is something the church has been talking about for a long time. We are a traditional congregation and it always felt a little like something was missing to demonstrate that this is a place for the faithful to worship. On some level it bothered people that the traditional look of a church wasn’t their own.” The backyard steeple is not only a boon for morale, it also saved the
congregation from having to purchase one, which could cost up to $5000. Beaty, however did want to express thanks on behalf of the church to Builder’s First choice for helping with supplies. Top: Scott Jurk and Steve Johns installing the top of the steeple. Center: Install team Bud Beaty, Steve Johns, Scott Jurk and Charlie Raeke. Bottom: The new look of First Methodist Church. (Photos courtesy Priscilla King)
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ment Company (GREX) recently celebrated the official groundbreaking of its new headquarters. President Shell advises that construction begins this week and its completion is scheduled for the end of this year. The 15,000+ square foot building is designed to accommodate the rapidly growing company as they continue to develop new technology for track inspection and material handling. The larger space will house all departments for the headquarters employees under one roof. GREX profes-
sionals have grown to over 140 serving the railroad industry in the U.S. Tim Harris, Vice President Corporate Affairs and Business Management will be leading the building project development. “We are so excited to get this project underway. The planning and designing of the new building on our campus has been in the works for months, so to see it all begin, is great. We are all looking forward to the continuous growth of the company,” Harris said. “GREX is a unique and innovative group that
prides itself on developing products and services that are setting new standards in safety and maintenance technology. This new office space will help us continue to provide our railroads with the best quality customer service.” GREX was recently honored by a visit from Congressman John Carter in recognition of another, metaphorical groundbreaking; the rollout of their patented railroad scanning system, Aurora Xi. GREX develops solutions that solve some of the oldest track maintenance
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Popular Science at Frost Elementary As the school year winds
down, graduations and final projects abound. Frost Elementary, being no exception, held its first Marine Activities, Resources & Education (MARE) Science Fair. MARE schools help create the next generation of ocean literate citizens by integrating marine activities and exploring the ocean with students. Primary classrooms performed some of the classics; experiments to discover how colored water affects flowers, how volcanos work, where to find the most germs, and how mold grows. Upper classes (4th and 5th grade) performed studies in ocean science and the Sea Perch groups successfully built their own submersible robots, well enough to compete in underwater obstacle courses. Coached by Dana Marsh and Chad Harris, the fifth grade team worked together for eight weeks with plans provided by the Office of Naval Research and were able to complete the test course in 1:48. “Although when we built it,” Austin says, “some things didn’t work so we put our own degisn into it.” The team
even had the courage to interview and present their project to a US Navy Admiral. The budding engineers say they are excited about the project and they are looking forward to working together again next year. Team member Trevor says, “I was already interested in engineering and I want to be one when I grow up. We messed up a trigger the night before competition, but that is science; trial and error.” Science teacher Claire Phillips was very excited about the school’s first science fair. “We had 54 kids participate and we were especially pleased that some of the primary grades
participated as an option. I am happy to have the kids engaged in science; learning about everything from mold, slime, fish, worms, and even a tsunami. Phillips was most proud of her GT students who built an air cannon from scraps and used a bike pump to create pressure. “The depths to which they researched their projects really surprised me,” she says, “And I have to thank my co-teachers for giving me the time to work with such great kids and interesting projects. The kids really got into getting dirty and doing it for real for themselves.”
“I do not think there is any thrill that can go through the human heart like that felt by the inventor as he sees some creation of the brain unfolding to success... such emotions make a man forget food, sleep, friends, love, everything.” ~Nikola Tesla
Top: 5th Grade Sea Perch team: Trevor, Diego, Austin, and Sutton Right: Science teacher Claire Phillips shows off the 5th grade aircannon--which was functional outside. Left: Pre-K teacher Dede Harper explains her class project; osmosis via flowers drinking colored water.
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Building Better Brains by Jim Kelley
Brain buster: Sedentary
lifestyles create multiple means of destruction to the brain. The brain was designed to be in operation while in motion, thus exercise is necessary. However, strenuous exercise is counterproductive. The body doesn’t need a large amount of exercise; just three 20-minute sessions throughout the week during which you breathe deeply and sweat. When these conditions are met, the brain produces a substance called brain-derived neurotropic factor. This substance stimulates new growth in the brain. New connections are stimulated through the presence and activity of this hormone. Conversely, not exercising begins the slow decline in the brain mass. It’s important to note that because of our sedentary lifestyle, our breathing has become shallow and has diminished productive effects. Smaller amounts of oxygen are acquired and fewer undesirable gases are expelled. There is also the component of the cardiovascular system in the brain. Exercise keeps this system limber. Otherwise, those path-
ways will become much like the garden hose you left out in this yard over the summer. If a garden hose is not being constantly flexed and used, it becomes brittle and cracks. So does our cardiovascular system. We need times of mild stress to flex the walls of our blood vessels. Additionally, physical activity aids in the breakdown of the food in our digestive tract mechanically. The constant motion of regular walking creates churning in the digestive tract for the more solid foods. In my role as a nursing home inspector one of the commonly missed conditions by the health professionals is a condition caused by the immobility of the patient. Food stops moving through the digestive tract then begins to break down yielding ammonia. Ammonia immediately penetrates into the circulatory system and goes to the brain. When one of these poor souls has this condition, they may exhibit features of psychosis or dementia when in reality they are experiencing an ammonia-induced delirium from blocked bowels. Numerous health conditions such as osteoporosis and diabetes are also powerfully affected by lack of exercise. Brain nutrition: Quercetin is a bioflavonoid found in apples, onions and garlic. It restricts inflammation when it interacts with immune cells and limits the release of histamines found in most allergies. The Mayo Clinic and researchers in China have
discovered that quercetin has a strong effect on prostate cancer. Quercetin increases the vital mitochondrial function so they can provide more consistent power to run the sets of our brain. And if that isn’t enough is also an excellent antioxidant. EEG neurofeedback: One of the aspects of EEG neurofeedback training is the extra development that can be directed specific brain regions. When analysis indicates subpar performance, electrodes are placed over the regions in question and the brain’s performance is monitored during the training exercise. The trainee sits comfortably watching a video while the software compares brain performance to what should be normal activity. Whenever the performance begins to approach normal, the brightness of the screen becomes greater. Conversely, as the performance moves away from normal the screen darkens. FMRI studies have shown the development of new pathways in the brain and increased gray matter (which is the
part of the brain that does our thinking) when successful neurofeedback training is done. HEG sensors reveal increased blood-flow when successful training is accomplished. Benefit of Christian lifestyle: University of Texas conducted research on 1504 Texas adults who attended religious services at least weekly. It was found that they were more likely to maintain good health practices. They routinely had physical and dental examinations. They were 84% more likely to do strenuous exercise. 73% were more likely to walk. 49% were
more likely to get restful sleep. They were twice as likely to regularly use seatbelts. They were half as likely to go bars or smoke and three times as likely to moderate alcohol consumption. They were 60% more likely to take vitamins. Wayne State University in Detroit Michigan studied 88 people who had suffered traumatic brain injury. Tracking up to 20 years after injury, those who had reported a powerful connection to God were found to have the least amount of distress, greater satisfaction in their lives, and exhibited pronounced improvement in their functioning. So these studies show objectively that our Christian value on our physical self as the property and temple of God develops the mindset and practices which lead to greater health. It shows when those bodies suffer injury this mindset yields not only a greater quality of life, but also greater levels of recovery. 1Co 6:17-20 But the person who is united to the
Lord becomes one spirit with Him. Shun immorality and all sexual looseness [flee from impurity in thought, word, or deed]. Any other sin which a man commits is one outside the body, but he who commits sexual immorality sins against his own body. Do you not know that your body is the temple (the very sanctuary) of the Holy Spirit Who lives within you, Whom you have received [as a Gift] from God? You are not your own, you were bought with a price [purchased with the precious blood of Christ and made His own]. So then, honor God and bring glory to Him in your body. Jim Kelley is an ordained minister who uses current research and developing EEG technologies to augment an intense form of pastoral care, which is designed to address the complete person. After his first pastorate in 1972, he left traditional pastoral care to search out the causes and solutions for moral mental, spiritual and physical failures so common in the church. This included 15 years performing psychological services for several government organizations that met the needs of the elderly, the young, the abused and the mentally ill. He is certified as a practitioner and trainer in the field of neurofeedback and is certified as a quantitative EEG technologist. Contact Jim at The Center For PowerFilled Living at 512-8690936 or visit ChristNeuro. org.
Jarrell ISD Elementary Teacher of the Year by Deborah Marquis
A very humble Heather
Dunnam explained the events that transpired thoughout the 2014-2015 school year at Jarrell Elementary that led to her selection as Teacher of the Year by her peers. She opened, to no one’s surprise, by saying, “I do not feel like I have done anything extra-ordinary to receive this honor. I simply get up every morning, put a smile on my face and show up for those kids that need me the most…whether I feel like it or not. That is part of what being a teacher is all about.” When the selection was announced on May 12, Mrs. Dunnam shared on social media, “Today I was voted “Teacher of the Year”- now let me clarify that I am not now nor will
I ever be the best teacher on our campus...but I do strive to be a smiling face, a listening ear, and a compassionate role model with a teaching spirit for the children of Jarrell Elementary.”
I THANK EACH AND EVERY ONE OF MY PEERS FOR THIS AMAZING HONOR...I AM TRULY HUMBLED. ~HEATHER DUNNAM Nurse Kay Clayman was named Support Staff of the year. Teachers vote during each grading period for their superlatives and Teacher of the Year is selected during the sixth period. Other milestone winners were Jaclynne Bizzell, Carol Sukup, Susan Reiley and Denise Tolbert.
Walk with the Doc
Jarrell’s Dr. Loy Graham (center) is putting her walking shoes where her mouth is!
On May 18, Dr. Graham began hosting “Walk With The Doc” on Monday evenings at 6:30 pm at Jarrell Middle School. This free weekly event is open to the public and provides a chance for members of the Jarrell community to get acquainted while getting some fresh air and exercise.
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Celebration Church Serving Hundreds Devastated by Floods
Celebration Church in Georgetown has been working to provide relief to families affected by the recent floods. Members have been gathering work orders from victims to better know how to serve the affected areas, and the church is partnering with Christ in Action, Samaritan’s Purse, and PromiseLand San Marcos to coordinate efforts. To date, Celebration has provided $1000 in gift cards to families as well as hours of relief service. To partner with Celebration Church’s outreach efforts, visit CelebrationChurchTX.com.
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Honoring Those Who Gave All for Williamson County
An over-capacity crowd met in the Sun City ballroom
to honor and memorialize the 175 Williamson County veterans who sacrificed their lives in World War I, World War II, Korea, Vietnam and the global War on Terror. The ceremony included posting of the colors, a statement from Governor Abbott read by State Representative Marsha Farney, and invocation from Chaplain Paul Howe (COL USAF -Ret). Keynote speaker congressman John Carter spoke well of Texans and all Americans who were and are willing to sacrifice abroad and at home. “As we leave this event today, let’s think about what we can do as Americans to say “thank you” to the men and women who have, for generations, gone a long way from home to protect liberty and freedom right here in the United States of America.” After a touching performance by the Village Elementary Honors Choir, which received a standing ovation, the crowd recognized those missing in action, followed by a haunting “Taps” played by echoing buglers. Despite the weather, Sun City succeeded with a dignified and well-done memoriam once again.
Top/Bottom, L-R: USAF-Retired Master Chief Tim Timko and wife Connie stood to be recognized with all veterans. • World War II veteran Artie Young (95) with Georgetown Fire Chief John Sullivan • East View and Stony Point High Schools JR-ROTC with Congressman John Carter • Georgetown electorate and distinguished friends—Council Member John Hesser, Georgetown’s First Lady Mickie Ross, State Representative Marsha Farney, Commissioner Valerie Covey, Round Rock Mayor Matt Powell, Mayor Dale Ross, Council Member Ty Gipson, Council Member Steve Fought, Commissioner Lisa Birkman, Council Member Keith Brainard
Senior Living Communities Win “Best of” Awards for 2015 SeniorAdvisor.com re-
cently released their Best of Senior Living 2015 Awards, all of which are chosen based on the reviews and ratings provided on their site. Not only does Georgetown have over 20 assisted living facilities to choose from; it has two of the top senior living communities in the nation; Georgetown Living and The Lodge at Rocky Hollow. Every senior living facility is different, so while families can be confident
these homes have offered a quality experience to a number of other seniors, managers and staff agree that reviews don’t always guarantee the perfect fit. Using lists such as these is a good start to the research process. To learn more about the kind of care they offer, their exact location, and how their pricing works, potential clients need to do a little more digging. Awards are merely a head start on where to look. To earn an award, an
Top: Georgetown Living. Bottom: the grounds at The Lodge at Rocky Hollow
assisted living home has to have an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 or higher, which is not an easy standard to meet. Most of the nearly 100,000 senior living communities on the website don’t manage it. The Lodge at Rocky Hollow also received a “Best of” rating at caring.com thanks to consistent fivestar reviews. Provider and owner Hope Paffe says “What sets The Lodge apart is that we are the only local facility that provides psychiatric treatment and behavioral management.” Many places provide memory care, but some residents have additional challenges due to PTSD, TBI or Alzheimer’s and may have been moved from place to place. “Many of our patients,” Paffe says, “Are happy to find their forever home with us.” Paffe has been in health care over 20 years and wears many hats at the Lodge. Her facility is set up like a large home with private apartments and baths. They are also preparing to break ground on a new wing, “The Lake House” that will increase their residency from 32 to 48. The Lake House will have a full exercise room and river aquarium and will
have specialists for additional psychological issues, including—and especially—military veterans. Paffe, a nurse herself,
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FAITH / LIFESTYLE
The 300 by Butch Horton
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offer these 300 plus words which are prayerfully written, in the hopes that they would inspire the
church, the reader, to embrace with joy the certainty of the coming Christ. I have spent many hours in the last week studying the biblical events of the rapture, the second coming of Christ, and the final judgment. Without fail the study of the end times always sharpens my awareness as to the frailty and the brevity of this life. During such times my thoughts and conversation are more consciously centered on the finality of life. Also I find that it changes my perspective on what
is worthy of my time and what is not. My passion for evangelism is stirred, and my view of people becomes more spiritually focused as I consider the eternal future of those God brings into my life. How can you or I contemplate the reality of such things as the rapture, when Jesus comes back for His church, without bringing into our focus the spiritual outcome for others we meet day to day? For others who may or may not know the love of the Savior, the forgiveness and grace of
our Lord. Yes it is both a joy and a burden, to think about such things as this. A joy knowing that I am one counted among the saved. A burden knowing and understanding that the work of the church is life or death. Nonetheless, the rapture is a biblical fact which demands our immediate and undivided at-
tention. I encourage you to read 1st Thessalonians chapter 4, and Matthew chapters 24 & 25 as you pray and listen with your heart. If you are a born-again believer, embrace the truth of it all and live for Him. If you are yet to surrender
your life to Christ and call upon Him as Savior and Lord, may God use these words to reach your heart. I am available to speak with anyone who may have a question or maybe just needs to talk. My name is Butch Horton, and my cell number is 512-966-8817.
pizza, etc. The news and mail show up every day and we only think about it when it doesn’t show up. Do you tip more when your pizza is delivered in the rain/snow/heat wave? Sure, delivering is the job of a delivery person, but whoever he or she may be, they are doing a job that I didn’t want and I generally tip not so much on the work involved, but for what the convenience means to me. I read somewhere that no matter the bill, a $5 tip is the least I could do since I could afford to have someone make my food for me and bring it to me. I do the same for babysitters. Sure, Son went to bed at 8:00 so the sitter watched TV and relaxed until 10:30 but I enjoyed the heck out of three hours of grown-up time so I pay for what
it meant to me. And since Son has no grandparents within a 100-mile radius, I could not live without good babysitters. Or good pizza delivered to my door. On the other far end of the philosophy spectrum, I am also glad for (some) spoiled Hollywood actors who get paid a gazillion dollars a minute to do what they do. Why? Because I don’t want to see anyone but Harrison Ford driving the Millenium Falcon. There is no substitute for Han Solo, and his movies have brought fun and joy to easily a billion people across two or three generations. That’s like, a nickel for every instance of handsome snark that only Ford can deliver. Total bargain. In the same vein, I wouldn’t be nearly as excited to hear that Toy Story 4 will be out in Summer 2017 so I don’t care what Tom Hanks charges to be in it. Just sayin’... pay Woody whatever he needs.
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People We Can’t Live Without I don’t mean your mom, boyfriend, or even your broker. I’m talking about the people Mike Rowe used to honor on his show “Dirty Jobs”; the people who keep things going around here. I had lunch with a businessman today who said he routinely leaves sticky-buns out for his trash collectors. Think about how much it would cut into our days if we had to have a vehicle big enough, or that we could tolerate loading our trash into and taking it to the landfill ourselves... once a month? Could you stand to let your trash build up or--schedule the time twice a week to do it yourself?
We talked about bus drivers in a previous issue. Would your boss let you come to work late and leave early every day so you could drop off and pick up your kids at school? Do we thank them as often as we grouse if they happen to be a few minutes late? Police get a bad wrap too often too. A few nights ago, I was at a red light at Shell and 195. Late night, no cars anywhere, light still red. The police officer behind me flipped on his lights, blocked the highway then motioned for the waiting cars to go on through the red light. He didn’t solve the crime problem in Williamson County, but still, he got my whining, over-tired son home a few minutes sooner, and I was grateful. Stop in at the 7-Eleven on Williams Drive any morning and you’re likely to be treated to a free cup of coffee by one of Georgetown’s finest. Just because they want citizens to know they
are neighbors and friends. How about your minister? This is the man or woman called upon to celebrate a wedding and comfort a funeral, sometimes within hours of each other. Can’t be easy, and certainly can’t be done by just anyone. We just expect them to show up, and they do, even though they have families and problems of their own. Oh, and they also don’t charge you $180/hour for therapy either. With all the storms we’ve had lately, the city has hired out contractors to trim trees all over, to keep power lines from being snapped or ignited by connectors or spikes. One such crew on my street skipped a beat in their cutting and chipping and stuffed in a few limbs
just as I, my son, and my dogs walked by. I pointed to the big loud machine as bits of wood and leaves flew out of the chute into the truck. Magical—when you’re five years old. They didn’t have to entertain us, but they smiled when they did it. And since one of the trees across the street caught fire on a wire last year, I was glad to see them. I would also put into this category “anyone who delivers anything.” This includes newspapers, mail,
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Water, Water Everywhere - Really, It’s Everywhere! by Mike Payne
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t seems as if now might be a good time to reflect on some simple truths concerning the state of water, both in the world and in Texas. Take a look at a map of the world. You’ll probably notice that the great majority of it is blue. According to the United States Geological service, about 71 percent of the Earth’s surface is water covered. Water also exists in the air as water vapor, in rivers and lakes, in icecaps, and glaciers, as well as in the ground as soil moisture and in aquifers. Here in Texas, we have the Carrizo-Wilcox Aquifer, which is a major aquifer extending from the Louisiana border to the border of Mexico in a wide band adjacent to and northwest of the Gulf Coast aquifer. The aquifer reaches 3000 feet in thickness, and the freshwater saturated thickness of the sands averages 670 feet. When water is drawn from the aquifer and then measured, the recharge rate is nothing short of astonishing. All this to say, there is absolutely no shortage of water in Texas, or anywhere else in the world for that matter. The problem is three-fold. In general, the biggest problem is that the water isn’t where the people are; the second problem is that the ocean’s water must be transformed before we can consume it; and the third problem is that in India, as well as in other parts of the world, they are diverting rivers and depriving their neighbors of the
normal course of water as it flows across the continents. Basically, it all comes down to getting the water to where the people are. Please note that in the United States there are more than 185,000 miles of liquid petroleum pipelines, nearly 320,000 miles of gas transmission pipelines, and more than 2 million miles of gas distribution pipelines that move energy about the country. It seems more than obvious to me what we need to be doing here in Texas to move our water around. Let’s take a look at what we know for fact. People are flocking to Texas because it is the paradigm of success, both in quality of life, and for its unmatched economic engine. It is quite simply an example of what Ronald Reagan was referring to when he spoke of a shining city on a hill. It epitomizes what America used to be, and should be again. Here in Texas, we can’t simply conserve our way to an ample water supply — not to say that conservation shouldn’t be a part of any plan. And we can’t say that because our lakes are filling back up with this current El Niño pattern we’re out of trouble now. What we can say with confidence is
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that global warming has little or nothing to do with our current water situation. Droughts have been recorded as a problem in Texas since Spaniards explored the area. Alvar Nuñez Cabeza de Vaca found a population of soil tillers near the site of present day Presidio where it had not rained for two years. Regarding the white man as a god, they begged him to tell the sky to rain. Stephen F. Austin’s first colonists were hurt by drought. In 1822 their initial food crop died from lack of moisture. Each decade since then has been marked with one period of drought, some longer, some shorter. In summation, there are solutions to this “water problem”, and while complicated, must be addressed by our legislature which must configure a plan to allow for the very thing that made this nation great —an opportunity for private industry to make a profit providing the needs and wants of our citizens. Let’s start digging today. We’re only a short distance from where the water is. It really is that simple. The future of our great grandchildren depends on it!
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The following prayer, originally entitled “Let Our Hearts Be Stout”, was written by President Franklin D. Roosevelt as Allied troops were invading German-occupied Europe during World War II. The prayer was read to the Nation on radio on the evening of D-Day, June 6, 1944, while American, British and Canadian troops were fighting to establish five beach heads on the coast of Normandy in northern France. The previous night, June 5th, the President had also been on the radio to announce that Allied troops had entered Rome. The spectacular news that Rome had been liberated was quickly superceded by news of the gigantic D-Day invasion which began at 6:30 a.m. on June 6th. By midnight, about 57,000 American and 75,000 British and Canadian soldiers had made it ashore, amid losses that included 2,500 killed and 8,500 wounded. ~The History Place, Great Speeches
My Fellow Americans:
Last night, when I spoke with you about the fall of Rome, I knew at that moment that troops of the United States and our Allies were crossing the Channel in another and greater operation. It has come to pass with success thus far. And so, in this poignant hour, I ask you to join with me in prayer: Almighty God: Our sons, pride of our nation, this day have set upon a mighty endeavor, a struggle to preserve our Republic, our religion, and our civilization, and to set free a suffering humanity.
Lead them straight and true; give strength to their arms, stoutness to their hearts, steadfastness in their faith. They will need Thy blessings. Their road will be long and hard. For the enemy is strong. He may hurl back our forces. Success may not come with rushing speed, but we shall return again and again; and we know that by Thy grace, and by the righteousness of our cause, our sons will triumph. They will be sore tried, by night and by day, without rest -- until the victory is won. The darkness will be rent by noise and flame. Men’s souls will be shaken with the violences of war. For these men are lately drawn from the ways of peace. They fight not for the lust of conquest. They fight to end conquest. They fight to liberate. They fight to let justice
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