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3-1-1 VOTE FOR NEW REAL COUNTY SHERIFF Real County Commissioners met Monday to decide who would take the reins as Real County Sheriff following the untimely death of Sheriff Bruce Carr. Real County Commissioner Joe Connell motioned to appoint current Real County Constable Nathan Johnson as interim Sheriff of Real County, seconded by Commissioner Ramon Ybarra, Commissioner Manuel Rubio voted in favor, however, Commissioner Bryan Shackelford opposed the motion and Real County Judge Garry Merritt abstained from voting, making it a 3-1-1 vote. Sheriff Nathan Johnson was sworn in shortly thereafter. On Tuesday April 11, 2017 notice was posted of a meeting of the Real County Commissioner’s Court to be held on Friday April 14, 2017 to consider and/or act upon process for appointment of Real County Sheriff. Commissioners approved notice of posting for the vacant position of Real
by Julie Becker
County Sheriff. The employment notice was posted from April 14 to the following Friday April 21, 2017. One week to take applications for Real County Sheriff. Notice was also posted on April 14, 2017 for a meeting of Commissioners Court to be held on Monday April 24, 2017 to decide upon the appointment of Sheriff. There were only two applicants for the position. Real County Constable Nathan Johnson and former Real County Deputy Don Gass. Following interviews held in executive session Commissioners cast their votes. Newly appointed Sheriff Nathan Johnson submitted this letter to the Citizens of Real County: I want to thank the members of the Real County Commissioner’s Court for placing their faith and confidence in me and appointing me Sheriff of Real County. continued page 3
Real County Sheriff Nathan T. Johnson
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Last August 24th the headline read “Real County Proposed Budget Drops Constable Salary from $21K to $2,400 Annually.” In that article citizens were made aware that the Real County Commissioners Court was reviewing the upcoming budget and had proposed the reduction of the salary for the Real County Constable from $21,262.07 to $2,400 per year. Citizens were up in arms at the proposed budget item. This was the only Constable position, since Commissioners had earlier dissolved the second Constable position. Real County Commissioner Joe Connell stated the reasoning for eliminating the second Constable position was “The future plan for the Real County Sheriff’s office is to hire another deputy, thereby facilitating two law enforcement officers for each community in Real County. After the headline hit the stands citizens from Real County, mostly from the Nueces Canyon area rallied behind the newly elected Constable Nathan
Johnson and requested the office be fully funded. Real County Judge Garry Merritt told taxpayers “The reduction was based on previous Constables performance and what the taxpayers were getting for their money.” Merritt said “To promote unity in the county, I will support a starting salary of $35K for the County Constable.” In the Sept. 7, 2016 issue we reported Commissioner’s set the Constable salary at $30K, Merrit opposed the motion stating he favored a salary of $35K per year. During this process incoming Commissioner Ramon Ybarra read to the court a petition from citizens of Real County, mostly from the Nueces Canyon, it is noted the second signature on the petition was the newly elected Commissioner, that in part read “ We the undersigned registered voters of Real County believe that the Real County Constable’s budget has been purposely gutted by the Real County Judge and Commissioners Court in an effort to force a duly elected County Official to
resign. We further believe this has been done as retaliation against the newly elected Constable and we feel that it will leave the Western portion of Real County without adequate law enforcement. We feel that the current Real County Judge has failed to meet his duties and obligations to the citizens of Real County by spending adequate time in the performance of his duties. We further feel that the current Commissioners have no concerns for the best interest of the citizens of Real County and have allowed the current County Judge to completely have his way in all County issues. Thus being useless to the citizens as a whole.” Real County Justice of the Peace Pct. 3&4, J.D. Martinez resigned his position last week in Commissioner’s Court. He told the Herald his possible bid for the County Judge position required his resignation from the position as Justice of the Peace. The citizens of Real County stood firm and won the battle for the Constable
Improvements Continue in Leakey ISD REAL COUNTY CITY CLEANUP
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salary and thus the position. But, will Commissioners fill the position? Will they maintain the salary that the citizens fought so hard for? In recent days the Real County Constable had to be on call 24/7 to make any arrest, in the absence of a Sheriff. In months prior questions were asked of the Commissioners and Merritt as to a plan for the Sheriff’s Office without a Sheriff in place, with little or no response. Real County does have two deputies stationed in the Nueces Canyon. So, the Western portion of Real County, the Nueces Canyon, is again without a Constable or JP. Losing these positions was not an option for it’s citizens and they overwhelmingly let the Real County Commissioners know it. But with the appointment of former Constable Nathan Johnson to the Real County Sheriff’s position, have we won the battle but lost the war? Give this important issue your attention and then CALL YOUR COUNTY COMMISSIONER!
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On April 25th the long-awaited steel building that will house a new weight room/field house arrived at Leakey ISD shortly after 8:00 AM. The 50’X100’ building, unloaded by Leakey Maintenance staff Jim Couvillon and Jeff Bobo, will be erected on a site right outside the Leakey Eagle Football Stadium. Fill saved from the last building project will provide some of what is needed for the site work before the concrete foundation is poured and the building erected. The building will house a weight room, dressing rooms and lockers for middle school and high school football players, storage areas, new guest restrooms, and a ticket booth. The weight room is designed for use by all men and women Leakey athletes. The building is being built with the proceeds of the Cecil Perry Estate, donated for the use of all Leakey athletes. Cecil Perry was a big fan of Leakey athletics. Superintendent, Dr. Barbara Skipper, said “The field house is long overdue. It will support not only our athletes but also visitor athletes during athletic contests.” She thanks the board for its vision and hard work to make this building a reality for Leakey students. Athletic Director, Donnie Dutton, has been instrumental in working with a board sub-committee made up of Charlie Reagor, Amy Springer, and Joel Pigg on the design of the field house. Completion date is estimated as early next fall.
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INDEX
by Julie Becker
Community Council of South Central Texas (CCSCT) Achieves 100% of Federally Mandated Organizational Standards In January of 2015 the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services - Office of Community Services, released Information Memorandum No. 138 announcing the implementation of 58 Organizational Standards that private Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) eligible entities must implement by March 31, 2017. CCSCT is one of 40 CSBG eligible entities funded in Texas through the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs
(TDHCA). The 58 Organizational Standards are built around 3 major elements of operation including: Maximum Feasible Participation; Vision and Direction; Operations and Accountability. On April 20, 2017, TDHCA notified CCSCT of successfully meeting 100% of the 58 Organizational Standards. TDHCA conducted a thorough review of documents submitted by CCSCT, demonstrating implementation of all 58
Organizational Standards. CCSCT provides services in 23 counties in south central Texas including Atascosa, Bandera, Bee, Comal, Dimmit, Edwards, Frio, Gillespie, Guadalupe, Karnes, Kendall, Kerr, Kinney, La Salle, Live Oak, Maverick, Medina, McMullen, Real, Uvalde, Val Verde, Wilson, Zavala. CCSCT, Inc. is dedicated to empowering low-income families and individuals in South Central Texas by helping
them transition out of poverty and become self-sufficient. The organization does this by providing comprehensive health, nutrition and social service programs that support families and individuals throughout the transition period. For additional information about programs and services provided by CCSCT please visit our website at www.ccsct.org and like our Facebook Page.
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JAIL REGISTER April 16 - April 22, 2017 Falcon, Juan Jesus, 55 W/M, Camp Wood, Texas, A/O Constalbe Johnson, Grand Jury Indictment Possession of Controlled Substance Analog PG1 < 1G A/D 4/19/2017, $15,000.00 Surety Bond (Same Bond) Pre Trial Release; Goines, Travis Ray, 38 W/M, Leakey, Texas, A/O Constable Johnson, Grand Jury Indictment - Unauthorized Use of Vehicle, A/D 4/20/2017 $5,000.00 Surety Bond; Cangemi, Mark Allen II, 24 W/M, Uvalde, Texas, A/O Constable Johnson, Grand Jury Indictment - Credit or Debit Card Abuse 4/20/2017 4/22/2017 $5,000.00 Surety Bond; Martin, Thomas Wayne, 50 W/M, Camp Wood, Texas, A/O Constable Johnson, Driving While Lisence Invalid with Previous Conviction or Suspension, A/D 4/21/2017 $1,500.00 Surety Bond Real County Law Officers Nathan T. Johnson, Sheriff Steven Castro, Deputy Sheriff Mark Cox, Deputy Sheriff Teddy Douthit, Deputy Sheriff William Johnson, Deputy Sheriff Corporal Jake Sanchez, DPS Highway Patrol DPS Trooper Alexander Robertson Clint Graham, TPWD Game Warden A/D - ARREST DATE A/O - ARRESTING OFFICER Disclaimer: All print and other visual media is for informational purposes only. This information is considered public information under the Freedom of Information Act and the Public Records Act. Any indication of an arrest is not intended to imply or infer that such individual has been convicted of a crime. All persons are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Legal Notice Legal notice is hereby given in accordance with the terms of the provisions of the Texas Alcoholic code that: Application has been made with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a Wine and Beer Retailer’s On-Premise permit, by Hart Concan LLC, DBA Leakey Inn, to be located at 527 S. US Hwy 83, Leakey, Real County, Texas 78873. Officers of said LLC are Bradley Hart, manager, and Dallas, Manager.
Real CAD is seeking Real County residents to serve on the Appraisal Review Board (ARB). Compensation provided. Please contact our office at 232-6248 or www.realcad .org for more info.
New Rates for rental of the American Legion Hall, Leakey, Texas $300 per day exception is that any & all American Legion members, in good standing and current on their dues, will have a rate of $50 per day. A $200 deposit will be required for anyone renting the hall. These rates will go into effect as of today April 26, 2017
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Real County Sheriff’s Office Weekly Dispatch Report April 16- April 22, 2017 04/16/2017 @ 1229 responded to US Highway 83 south of Leakey for a motor vehicle accident 2232 responded to the First State Bank of Uvalde in Camp Wood for a burglary alarm
04/21/2017 @ 1957 responded to US Highway 83 south of Leakey for a reckless driver 2003 responded to a residence on North San Antonio Street in Camp Wood for a welfare check
04/17/2017 @ 1657 responded to Ranch Road 337 west of Leakey for a motor vehicle accident
04/22/2017 @ 1222 responded to US Highway 83 north of Leakey for a motorcycle accident 1554 responded to State Highway 55 north of Camp Wood for a burglary alarm 1634 responded to the intersection of US Highway 83 and Ranch Road 337 for a motor vehicle accident
04/19/2017 @ 1713 responded to State Highway 55 south of Camp Wood for a reckless driver
NOTICE OF MUNICIPAL ELECTION CITY OF LEAKEY To The Registered Voters of Leakey, Texas:
Notice is hereby given that the polling place listed below will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 6, 2017, for voting in a municipal election to elect three council members for full term (2 years). LOCATION OF POLLING PLACE: CITY HALL – 148 W. FOURTH STREET Early voting by personal appearance will be conducted on the following dates and time: Monday – April 24 9am – 12am Tuesday – April 25 and Wednesday – April 26 7am – 7pm Thursday – April 27 8am – 5pm Friday – April 28 and Monday – May 1 9am – 12am Tuesday – May 2 8am – 5pm LOCATION OF EARLY VOTING: CITY HALL – 148 W. FOURTH STREET Applications for ballot by mail shall be mailed to: Dee Dee Wally P.O. Box 219 Leakey, Texas 78873 Applications for ballot by mail must be received no later than the close of business on April 25, 2017. Issued this the 13th day of March 2017. Harry L. Schneemann, Mayor, City of Leakey
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I thank the members of the community for their thoughts, prayers, and support as we move forward to do the work of the people with regard to public safety, keeping the peace, protecting life and property, and enforcing the law. We have a dedicated and capable team in place at the sheriff’s office. Bruce Carr’s passing left our heart and soul a little empty, but we are ready, willing, and able to take on the challenge of our friend, and colleague’s passing. We purpose to keep the faith and confidence he would expect of us all in this situation, and to honor his memory through our dedicated service.
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GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS City of Leakey Mayor: Harry Schneemann Secretary: Dee Dee Wally Office: 830-232-6757 Fax: 830-232-6775 Councilmen: Ken Auld • Roel Gonzalez• Carl Jensen Frankie DeLeon • Bob Bowers Leakey Volunteer Fire Dept.830-232-4005 Frio Canyon EMS, Inc.830-232-5299 City of Camp Wood Mayor: Jesse Chavez Office: 830-597-2265 Fax: 830-597-5365 email:cityhall@swtexas.net Aldermen: Curtis Wilson • Domingo Tobar • Sammie Ives •Darlene Bullard • Josh Cox Volunteer Fire Dept:830-597-6100 Camp Wood Library: 830-597-3208 Nueces Canyon EMS: 830-597-4200 City of Sabinal Mayor: Charles Story Secretary: Betty Jo Harris Office: 830-988-2218 Councilmembers: Ali Alejandro, Nancy Alvarado, Danny Dean, J. R. Flores, Mike Nuckles, and Andy Schaefer Sabinal Library 830-988-2911 Sabinal Municipal Judge: Anita Herndon 830-988-2630 Justice of the Peace Precinct #2 Bobby G. McIntosh,830- 988-2462 Real County County Judge, Garry Merritt 830-232-5304 Real County Attorney, Bobby Jack Rushing 830-232-6461 County/District Clerk, Jennifer Manchester 830-232-5202 Justice of the Peace Dianne Rogers: 830-232-6630 Justice of the Peace JD Martinez: 830-597-6149 Sheriff, Nathan Johnson 830-232-5201 Real County Constable VACANT 830-232-5201 Tax Assessor-Collector Donna Brice: 830-232-6210 Treasurer, Mairi Gray 830-232-6627 Chief Appraiser Michael Mann 830-232-6248 Real County Public Library 830-232-5199 Camp Wood Public Library 830-597-3208 Real County Commissioners: Precinct #1: Manuel Rubio Pct.#2: Bryan Shackelford Pct. #3:Raymon Ybarra Pct.#4: Joe W. Connell, Sr. Real Edwards Conservation & Reclamation District PO Box 807 . Camp Wood, Texas 78833 (830) 597-3322 office Fax (830) 597-3320 recrd@swtexas.net email Roland Trees, Board President Joel Pigg, General Manager
Although our team may be tested and tried, it is our mission and purpose to serve faithfully the people of Real County to the best of our ability. It is our commitment to hone our skills and harness our resources to be increasingly more effective in our duty as peace officers and support staff. As much as it is within me, I faithfully commit to serve as your Sheriff and discharge the duty entrusted to me. I will do my best to honor those who have gone before me and served the citizens of Real County in this capacity. “He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To
act justly, love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God“. Micah 6:8. This is my aspiration as I serve you in the capacity of Sheriff. I appreciate your thoughts, prayers, and support. Semper Fidelis, Nathan T. Johnson Sheriff Please take the time to stop by the Real County Sheriff’s Office and say hello to Sheriff Johnson, though he tells us he is still just Nathan, and wish him luck as he endeavors to move Real County forward.
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A History of Real County, Texas, Wagons, Ho! is now on sale at the Real County Public Library. The Centennial Edition bearing the Centennial Logo sells for $95. Buyers may choose a packet of eight Centennial note cards or a 2014 Historical Calendar as a BONUS to their purchase. Books with the same bonus offer continue to be on sale at the Hill Country Herald office, downtown Leakey. Recognized as exceptional, this collection of stories of the pioneers of Real County makes a great gift for relatives or students of local history.
The Frio Canyon EMS needs your help. We are seeking a qualified person to sit on the Board of Directors as Treasurer. This is a volunteer position. Must be able to maintain and present a budget at the monthly Board meetings. Must be fluent in Quick Books and have a working knowledge of financial budgeting. Please contact Ed Mack at ecmack@ymail.com for details. Volunteering for the FCEMS is a integral part of maintaining our quality of life here in Real County. Thank you
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Ethan Bobo Parents: Jeff and Jennifer Bobo Brother: Ashton Bobo Grandparents: Kay Keesee of Pineland, TX, Tom and Judy Albrecht of Fort Worth, TX Moved from Fort Worth to Leakey four years ago Accomplishments: Four years of High School Football, Two years of Varsity Basketball, Tennis, and Track. Ethan plans to further his education through college or Technical School, but is undecided on a specific career path.
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Nueces Canyon Board of Education Members of the Nueces Canyon C.I.S.D. Board of Education met in regular session on April 17th, 2017. Danny Irwin, Board President, presided at the meeting. The board meeting was called to order at 6:31pm. Tena Hunger gave the invocation. Michael Man addressed the board in Open Forum regarding Tax Collections. Principal Luci Harmon reported Elementary enrollment of 164 and Junior High and High School enrollment of 114. · On March 22nd our high school students competed at the UIL district academic meet in Knippa. As a school, we placed 2nd in the district competition and had 14 students qualify for regionals. Also Gabby Irwin and Nataliah DeLeon qualified to compete at state in prose reading. · Our One Act Play also advanced to Regional. Our One Act Play was selected to be state alternate. · The Innovation committee continues to meet even though our plan is complete. The committee is currently working on plans for staff development and engaging in comprehensive needs assessment. · Coach Sweeten is in the middle of the Lil Dribblers competitions. · We have attended training regarding the new Kindergarten Readiness Assessment that is being rolled out by the state. · By the end of April, the Iowa Test of Basic Skills will be complete for all Kindergarten, first, and second grade students. · We are expecting STAAR results from our March testing back by April 18th. Luci Harmon also presented the Food Services Report for the month saying: · Mrs. Wredding wants to speed up anything I can for the High School Student’s at lunch. She is also looking into new blue serving trays.
Girls Athletic Director Brandy Sweeten reported: · In the District 31-A Tennis Tournament N.C. captured a 3rd place medal in Girls Singles with Grace Burleson. · In JH, Track the girls won the meet by a whopping 87 points ahead of their next opponent with 206 points! · The HS Panthers girls track team won District with a total of 213 points to the next score of 93! · In Area Track the girls team scored 138 points to win the meet. Boys Athletic Director Keith Hughes reported: · Nueces Canyon CISD hosted the District 31-1A Junior High Track Meet on April 1st. The NCJH boys track team finished 4th place with 86.4 points. · Nueces Canyon CISD hosted the District 31-1A Track Meet on April 3rd. The NCCISD boys track team finished 1st place with 142 points. · The Nueces Canyon CISD Varsity Boys competed at the Area 31/32-1A Track Meet on April 13th. The NCCISD boys track team finished 1st place. · Tennis finished up District 31-A Tournament held at the Uvalde Tennis Complex on April 3rd and 4th. In the Transportation Report to the School Board Stephen Smith reported: · The bus order will be placed after factory retooling is completed. · Another bus is under repair. In the Maintenance Report to the School Board Stephen Smith reported: · The Air conditioning units in the Elementary server room and at the Field House have been replaced. In the consent agenda the board: The board approved the minutes of the previous meeting.
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The board voted to accept and pay bills as presented. The board accepted the Budget/Finance report as presented. Several action items were considered by the School Board: The board voted to approve TASB policy Updates 106 and 107. The board went into Executive Session from 7:20 until 7:44pm. Upon opening into Regular Session: The board voted to accept the resignation of David Kring. The board voted to hire Mike Sloan as teacher and coach, Elizabeth Mangelburger as a part time teacher, and Carol Vernor as a classroom teacher. The Meeting was adjourned at 7:47pm. In attendance at the meeting were NC School Board members; President Danny Irwin, Vice President Charles E. Hunger, Secretary Noreda Sifuentes, Ignacio Sanchez, and Denise Rogers. Nueces Canyon Superintendent of Schools, Kristi Powers, as well as Principal, Luci Harmon, Girls Athletic Director Brandy Sweeten, and Boys Athletic Director Keith Hughes attended the meeting. Attending and reporting on Maintenance and Transportation was Stephen Smith. Also present were; Michael Mann, and Tena Hunger. Board Member Clint Luce was not in attendance. The next board meeting was set for May 15th at 6:30pm. The Nueces Canyon Board of Education normally meets at the Administration Building in Barksdale, on the third Monday of each month at 6:30pm. Please call the District Business Office at 830234-3514 or consult the school calendar at www.nccisd.net to verify meeting dates and times.
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A senior celebration day was held on April 11 at Nueces Canyon JH/ HS to honor Gabriella Irwin. Gabby is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Danny Irwin. She has been accepted to Schreiner University in Kerrville and plans to major in Sports Management. This was also a special day for Gabby because she signed her letter of intent to play basketball at Schreiner University. Her family and coaches were on hand to celebrate this as well. Gabby has been an outstanding student at Nueces Canyon CISD. She has been an All-State Basketball player for two years and has qualified for the Regional track meet her freshman, sophomore, and junior years. She participates in Prose Interpretation in UIL Academics and last year was the alternate to the UIL State Academic Meet. This year, Gabby has qualified for the UIL State Academic Meet and will compete in May. Gabby has been involved in one act play for all of high school. She was recently named the Best Actress at
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Gabby was presented a card from the faculty and staff and a video was shown in her honor. NCCISD would like to congratulate Gabby and wish her the very best with her future.
Nueces Canyon TABC, TSMCA, & TGCA All Stars By Brandy Sweeten and Keith Hughes
Nueces Canyon would like to take a moment to recognize three of its’ senior class basketball members from the 20162017 season. Nick DeLaRosa was selected to the TABC All-Academic Team for maintaining a 92 or above grade-point average for the year while playing Varsity Basketball for the Panthers. Point guard, Jayden Aguilera, and secondary guard, Gabby Irwin, were both named to the TGCA All-State Team. Aguilera was named to the TABC All-Region Team, and Irwin
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was named to the TABC All State Team. In addition, both players were chosen to compete in the TSMCA (Texas Six-man Coaches Association) All Star Game to be played at Midwestern University in Wichita Falls in mid-July this summer. And finally, Irwin has just been named to the illustrious TABC All Star Team to be held in San Antonio on May 19th. Both Aguilera and Irwin built prestigious basketball resumes for their high school careers, leading their teams to: a Regional Quarterfinalist finish
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Our Sabinal Volunteer Fire Department held their annual fundraiser and brisket supper last Saturday evening at Veterans Memorial Live Oak Park. During the dinner there were drawings for prizes also. My name was called shortly after I had left. I returned to find out that I had won $500! How about that! The food was good, the donations go to support our fire department, and getting to visit with many friends guaranteed a fun evening.
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The Sabinal Civic Club will meet in the Fellowship Hall of First United Methodist Church for the traditional Silver Tea on May 4 at 4 p.m. Recipients of the scholarships and their families are invited to attend. Hostesses are Ava Denny, Sean Johnston, and Liz Massey.
Central Christian
Sunday School begins at 9:45 a.m. Wednesday night Bible Study is on Ephesians and begins at 6:30 p.m.
Church of Christ
On Sunday, May 7, at 3 p.m. the Contemporary Christian group, “Alleluia” from San Antonio, will perform in the sanctuary. All are invited to come and hear this talented singing group.
First Baptist
This coming Sunday the church will partake of the Lord’s Supper and following the service, there will be a Fifth Sunday luncheon. On May 7, the five graduating seniors will be recognized and there will be another luncheon to honor them. On Mother’s Day, the service will include baby dedications.
First United Methodist
This past Sunday, six young people were confirmed and baptized. Five were baptized in the sanctuary and my grandson, Robert Vickers, wanted to be baptized in
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the river, “just like Jesus” he said. So, after the service was over, family and friends travelled to the Shudde ranch and witnessed the special baptism. This was the first baptism on the ranch as far as Gerry and Janelle Shudde can recall. Also, the youth group met at the Shudde Ranch for their special time together that evening. Each Tuesday and Friday at 8:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall, an exercise class is offered. On Thursday, Frontier Girls meet at 6:30 p.m., also in the Fellowship Hall. On Sunday, Sunday school and small groups meet from 9:45 to 10:30 a.m. with the church service from 11 to 12:15. Upcoming, Monday May1 at 7 p.m., the Administrative Council and all leaders will have a “One Board” meeting in the Fellowship Hall with the Reverend Dr. Ralph Mann, Pastor of Bulverde United Methodist Church. The subject will be about combining all meetings of the church into one.
St. Patrick’s Catholic
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inside. Since this was the Divine Mercy Sunday, members gathered to pray the chaplet to the Divine Mercy mid-afternoon. With the May Church festival coming up on May 7, beginning at 10:30 a.m., garage sale items are accepted (no clothing) and all raffle tickets are due at the church office by Monday, May 1. At the festival, there will be Frito pie, hamburgers, nachos, pickles, sweets, sodas for sale. In addition, there will be a cake walk, games, and the garage sale. The drawing of prizes will be done during the afternoon. Proceeds go to the purchase of new pews for the church.
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School Nurse Cecilia Reyes is announcing the second Sabinal ISD Health Fair and Farmers Market as a means of Community Outreach to be held downtown on Center Street on April 28 from 5 to 7 p.m. The Sabinal EMS, located just north of City Hall, will be taking blood pressure checks; your blood sugar can be checked at the Sabinal Health Clinic, located at 517 N. Center Street. This year there will be no races, a change from last year.
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The South Texas chapter of the Singing Women of Texas will be in concert at Frio Canyon Baptist Church Saturday, May 6th, at 6:00 P.M. There is no fee and everyone is invited. Music of Singing Women includes traditional, contemporary, southern gospel, hymn arrangements and patriotic selections. Singing Women is a Ministry of Texas Baptists. Today, there are eight chapters in the 23 year old ministry and are active in missions throughout the state and nation. They have had the privilege to present the Gospel through music in area churches, community events, prisons, retirement communities and other venues. SWOST is comprised of both professional and nonprofessional singers and instrumentalists, all representing their local churches. New members are welcomed and encouraged. Come for an evening of praise and worship through music.
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Governor Abbott Announces San Patricio County As Site For Multi-Billion Dollar ExxonMobil And SABIC Petrochemical Project AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today announced that San Patricio County has been selected as the site for the development of a petrochemical plant that will represent a multi-billion dollar investment in the State of Texas. ExxonMobil Chemical Company and SABIC US Projects LLC have developed a partnership to build the plant for the production of components used to manufacture polyester, anti-freeze, plastic bottles and food packaging products for emerging global markets. A Texas Enterprise Fund (TEF) offer of $1.35 million has been extended to SABIC and a TEF offer of $5 million has been extended to ExxonMobil. The project is expected to create over 600 direct jobs and as many as 3,500 indirect jobs. This project will have the largest capital investment of any TEF awardee during Governor Abbott’s tenure and is expected to generate $22 billion in economic output during the construction phase and more than $50 billion in economic output during the first six years of operations. “Texas has shown the business world that our state is the place where innovation and
ingenuity thrive,” said Governor Abbott. “This decision by SABIC and ExxonMobil is a tremendous win for not just San Patricio County, but for the entire State of Texas. This record-breaking project illustrates that our business climate is exactly what leading and growing companies are seeking when investing in their future.” “This decision represents a significant milestone for both the local community and the state of Texas,” said Neil Chapman, president of ExxonMobil Chemical Coxmpany. “We wish to thank local and state officials who have been instrumental in the site selection process, as well as everyone in the community who attended meetings to
learn more about the project and provided us with constructive feedback. We will continue listening to local residents and businesses and look forward to continuing to work together.” “We are focused on geographic diversification to supply new markets,” said SABIC vice chairman and CEO Yousef Abdullah Al-Benyan. “The proposed venture would capture competitive feedstock, capitalize on the growing global demand for ethylene-based products, and reinforce SABIC’s strong position in the value chain.” This proposed project is part of ExxonMobil’s Growing the Gulf Initiative announced in March.
Wednesday, April 26, 2017
Hill Country Herald Page 7
U.S. recognizes Republic of Texas claims to disputed territory
On this day in 1838, the United States and the Republic of Texas signed the Convention of Limits, which recognized Texas claims to disputed territory in Red River County. The agreement also set the west bank of the Sabine River as the eastern boundary of Texas. In the middle of the twentieth century, the boundaries of Texas were 2,845.3 miles long, counting the great arc of the Gulf Coast line and only the larger river bends. If the smaller meanderings of the rivers and the tidewater coast line were followed, the boundary was 4,137 miles long and enclosed 263,644 square miles of land and 3,695 square miles of water surface. The location of Texas boundaries has been the subject of international and interstate conflict resulting in treaties, litigation, and commissions from 1736 to the present. Controversy over details continues, as the tidelands controversy and the Chamizal dispute illustrate. The eastern boundary was the first to become the subject of controversy and the first to be marked definitely. Both Spain and France claimed the area of present Texas, and by 1716 Spanish presidios at Los Adaes and French trading posts at Natchitoches were separated by only a few miles. In 1736 the commanders at the two outposts agreed on the Arroyo Hondo, a Red River tributary between the Sabine River and Natchitoches, as the boundary between Louisiana and New Spain. After Louisiana was ceded to Spain in 1762, the Arroyo Hondo continued to be regarded as the boundary between the province of Louisiana, a subdivision of the captaincy-general of Cuba, and the province of Texas, a subdivision of the commandancy-general of the Provincias Internas. When the United States purchased Louisiana in 1803, the boundary of the purchase was not defined, but early in 1804 President Thomas Jefferson decided that the territory extended to the Rio Grande. To refute this claim Spain began to investigate her historic claim to the Texas area; Father Melchor de Talamantes and later José Antonio Pichardo made detailed studies of the limits of Louisiana and Texas. While they made academic investigations of the historic boundaries, Spanish forces, in 1806, moved east of the Sabine River to repel an anticipated invasion by Aaron Burr. In order to avert a clash, James Wilkinson and Simón de Herrera, the United States and Spanish military commanders, entered into an agreement that established the Neutral Ground, the area between the Arroyo Hondo and the Sabine River, as a buffer. The makeshift arrangement lasted until 1819, when the Adams-
Onís Treaty between Spain and the United States defined the eastern boundary of Texas as beginning at the mouth of the Sabine River, continuing along the west bank of the river to its intersection with the thirty-second parallel, and running due north from that intersection to the Red River. Spain delayed ratification of the Adams-Onís Treaty until 1821. By that time Mexico had declared her independence of Spain and refused to recognize the treaty boundary line. In 1828, after repeated efforts by the United States, the Mexican administration agreed to a survey of the 1819 line, but the Mexican congress refused to confirm the survey treaty until 1832, and then the line remained unsurveyed. Meanwhile, between 1819 and 1836 the Neches River was occasionally advanced as the eastern boundary of Texas. In 1840–41 a survey was made of that portion of the line between the Republic of Texas and the United States from the Gulf of Mexico to the Red River by a joint commission representing the two countries. On July 5, 1848, the United States Congress passed an act giving its consent to the state of Texas to move its eastern boundary from the west bank of the Sabine River (including Sabine Pass and Sabine Lake to the middle of that stream, and on November 24, 1849, the Texas legislature enacted a law to that effect. The boundary was unchallenged from that time until November 27, 1941, when Louisiana governor Sam Jones wrote Texas governor Coke Stevenson, asserting that Louisiana’s western border was the west bank of the Sabine River. Louisiana’s claim rested on United States treaties of 1819 with Spain, 1828 with Mexico, and 1838 with the Republic of Texas, all of which designated the west bank of the Sabine as the boundary of the United States. However, the boundary of the United States at the west bank of the Sabine River was not identical to that of the Louisiana boundary, which extended only to the middle of the river. The state of Louisiana contended that the United States was negotiating on Louisiana’s behalf and consequently had no authority to grant Texas the western half of the river in the act of 1848. It was more than twenty-seven years after Governor Jones’s letter to Governor Stevenson before Louisiana participated in any legal proceedings. United States district judge Robert Van Pelt, special master for the United States Supreme Court, heard the claims and recommended to the court, in a report filed in May 1972, that the boundary between Texas and Louisiana should be the geographic middle of the Sabine River, Sabine Lake, and Sabine Pass. He also recommended that Louisiana be awarded all islands that existed in the river on April 8, 1812 (the date Louisiana was admitted to the Union), subject, however, to any claims that Texas might make to any such islands by reason of acquiescence and prescription; that all islands formed in the eastern half of the Sabine River since 1812 be awarded to Louisiana; and that all islands formed in the western half of the river since 1812 be awarded to Texas. Sixty-one square miles of the river and lake was involved in the dispute; at stake were more than 35,000 acres of land, four producing oil wells, and $2.6 million in oil lease bonuses collected by Texas. Both states filed exceptions to the recommendations by the special master in July 1972, and after answers to each state’s exceptions the Supreme Court was to rule on the master’s report. The case was argued before the court in December 1972; the court’s ruling came early in March 1973, saying, in effect, that the boundary was the geographic middle of the Sabine River. However, the case was sent back to the special master for further study in regard to the ownership of islands and also to determine the extension of the boundary into the Gulf of Mexico.
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Pictured are the Alpha Chi initiates-front row, left to right, are Jenniffer Montoya, Angela Martinez, and Dalia Martinez. Back row, left to right, are Azucena Villanueva, Araceli Vega, Adriana Ortiz, Pedro Navarro, Mychal Sanchez, Evelyn Hernandez, Emmanuel Odin, and Jesus Cuellar. Those inducted in absentia included Edward Beyer, Katrina Flores, and Edith Trevino, all of Del Rio; Mary Jo Rico of Eagle Pass; Mariah Rivera of Fresno and Esmeralda Ruiz of Utopia.
Eagle Pass-The La Mansión Reception Room vibrated with enthusiasm on Saturday, April 22, as outstanding Sul Ross State University Rio Grande College students were honored for their academic achievements. Seventeen scholars were inducted into Alpha Chi, a national collegiate honor society that recognizes students across all disciplines who demonstrate high academic achievement. Dr. Patricia Nicosia, Professor of Mathematics and Chair of the Natural and Behavioral Sciences department and Dr. Tim Wilson, Professor of Education, led the ceremony in which the initiates were presented with a medallion and a pin. Those inducted include Edward Beyer, Katrina Flores, Angela Martinez, Emmanuel Odin, Edith Trevino, and Azucena Villanueva, all of Del Rio; Jesus Cuellar, Evelyn Hernandez, Dalia Martinez, Jenniffer Montoya, Adriana Ortiz, Mary Jo Rico, and Mychal Sanchez, of Eagle Pass; Mariah Rivera of Fresno; Esmeralda Ruiz of Utopia; and Pedro Navarro and Araceli Vega of Uvalde. Also recognized were students who qualified for the Dean’s List, those who have served in the Student Government Association, students who have mentored first year RGC students,
and campus clubs. Dr. Sarah Roche, Professor of English and Chair of the Humanities department, recognized the Writing Center tutors. Favorites chosen by RGC students include Dr. Fernando Quiz, Professor of Education, and staff members Bobbi Jo Guerra of Del Rio, Juan Garza of Eagle Pass, and Thania Bernal of Uvalde. Favorite students include Angela R. Martinez and Emmanuel Odin of Del Rio; Jenniffer Montoya and Abraham Carranco of Eagle Pass; and Aryel Ramirez and Alejandro Maldonado of Uvalde. Dr. Claudia Wright led the program, introducing guests and serving as mistress of ceremonies. Poncho Nevárez, State Representative of District 74, spoke to the gathering about the importance of RGC in the communities it serves as well as the significance of higher education in general. Other public figures from Eagle Pass taking part in the festivities were Ramsey English Cantú, Mayor; Delia Esquivel, Outreach Office Manager, Southwest Texas Junior College; David Saucedo, Maverick County Judge; and Samuel Mijares, Deputy Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction for Eagle Pass Independent School District. Rio Grande College’s spring commencement ceremony is set for Saturday, May 13, at the Del Rio Civic Center at 7:30 p.m
Wednesday, April 26, 2017
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The Upper Nueces-Frio Soil & Water Conservation District #238 Promotes Soil and Water Stewardship Week
Rocksprings, TX- April 25, 2017 - As a part of Edwards and Real Counties for 62 years, the UPPER NUECESFRIO SWCD #238 wants to remind you that each of us has a connection to natural resources. The National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) is celebrating the 62nd year of Stewardship week April 30th to May 7th, 2017. The 2017 Stewardship Week is themed, “Healthy Soils Are Full of Life!”. Marty Graham is Chairman of the Board for the Upper Nueces-Frio The Honorable Judge Souli Shanklin signing the 2017 Stewardship Week Proclamation. SWCD, which was formed in January needs. of 1955 and Headquarters in RockStewardship Week helps to remind us springs at the USDA Service Center. Financial all of the power each person has to conserve assistance comes to an SWCD from various natural resources and improve the world. federal, state and local agencies. A primary When everyone works together with their local source of help a district offers to agricultural conservation district, that power continuously landowners or operators in Edwards and Real Counties is the technical assistance of the Natu- grows. Productive soils are the foundation of any healthy ecosystem. As the world’s popularal Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), tion grows and demand for food production an agency of the United States Department of increases, it’s essential that we work together to Agriculture (USDA). Through a Memoranda protect and enhance our soils. of Understanding with USDA/NRCS, local SWCD’s are able to furnish technical assistance Additional resources are located in the guide found at: www.nacdnet.org/education/ to farmers and ranchers in the preparation of a resources/healthy-soils. The Upper Nueces-Frio complete soil and water conservation plan to SWCD #238 can be reached at 830-683-2187 meet each land unit’s specific capabilities and ext. 103.
Bandera Electric Cooperative Holds a Fan Drive for Local Seniors in Need Bandera Electric Cooperative, in coordination with Meals on Wheels, is asking for donations of new box fans for the BEC Fan Drive. The fan drive will run from April 1 through BEC’s 78th Annual Meeting on Saturday May 20 at Mansfield Park. BEC asks members to drop off a new fan now at any Bandera Electric office, or at the Annual meeting. Fans can be purchased for less than twenty dollars at local retailers. Monetary donations are also accepted to purchase new fans. Donations will be taken to Meals on Wheels and distributed to seniors in need throughout Bandera Electric’s service area. If you would like to participate, or have any questions, please contact Public Relations at PublicRelations@BanderaElectric.com or call Kristina De La Fuente at (866) 226-3372 ext. 6036. About Bandera Electric Bandera Electric Cooperative currently
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In addition to the Annual Meeting, BEC will host the second annual Energy and Technology Fair that highlights local businesses. BEC will showcase its own initiatives that include fiber to the home, BEC Solar and community solar. Other exhibits will feature products such as energy-efficient heating and cooling systems, rainwater storage containers, solar pumps, energy-efficient windows and insulation and native Texas plants. Chief Executive Officer, William Hetherington, encourages all members to “let your voice be heard with your vote and
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O B I T U A R I E S Patricia Davis Berry
Jose Luis Medina
(April 27, 1920 - April 18, 2017)
(October 8, 1939 - April 18, 2017) Jose Luis Medina of Sabinal passed away on April 18, 2017 at Northeast Baptist Hospital in San Antonio at the age of 77. He was born on October 8, 1939 in D’Hanis to Juan Antonio and Felis (Ybarra) Medina. He is survived by his daughters, Martha Moreno and husband, Richard of Sabinal, Enedina Neely of Kerrville and Bertha Reddick of Sabinal; sons, Jose Luis Medina, Jr. and wife, Connie of Uvalde, Juan Medina and wife, Diana, Andres Medina and Jimmy Medina and wife, Susie all of Sabinal; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Celia Castillo; and grandson, grandson, William L.
Reddick. A rosary was held on Thursday at 7:20 p.m. at Rushing Estes Knowles Mortuary in Sabinal. A funeral mass was held on Friday, April 21, 2017 at 3:00 p.m. at St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Sabinal. Burial followed at Sabinal Cemetery. Pallbearers were Ricky Moreno, Ricky Moreno, Jr., Matthew Medina, Shane Medina, Nick Moreno, Randy Moreno, Diego Medina, and James Reddick.
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In Loving Memory of: Bruce Carr Given by: First State Bank of Uvalde
Patricia “Patsy” Davis Berry of Uvalde died April 18, 2017 at Amistad Nursing and Rehab Center where she resided since October 2014. Patsy was born on April 27, 1920 in Kinney County to Harry Kimball Davis and Roberta (Rowland) Davis. She spent most of her life in the community of Laguna in rural Uvalde County. She was married March 18, 1936 to William “Bill” Berry in Montell until his untimely death in 1971. She then was married to Archie Welch of Camp Wood in August 1975 until his death in 1983. She cared for her disabled father for approximately 20 years. After his death in 1962, she started working at Piggly Wiggly in Uvalde, while taking night classes at SWTJC until she was able to teach with an Emergency Certificate in Camp Wood. She continued taking night classes while teaching, traveling to Our Lady of the Lake College in San Antonio two or three nights a week, spending one summer at the college. She graduated from Our Lady of the Lake College in 1968 with a degree in Elementary Education. Following graduation until her retirement in 1986, she taught at Anthon Elementary and Robb Elementary Schools. She took pride in her Life Membership in the Mayflower Society of America. After her retirement, she spent her time gardening. When she could not go outside, reading was a favorite leisure activity. Patsy is survived by two daughters, Carolyn Lamirand of Carrizo Springs and Helen Lloyd of New Braunfels; one son, George Berry; eight grandchildren and several great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her two husbands; sons, Robert William Berry and William B. “Billy” Berry; grandsons, Kevin Wooldridge and Duane Lloyd; sister, Fanny Brown; and three brothers, Ollie Davis, Ernest Jones; and Hubbard Jones. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, April 22, 2017 at 2:00 PM at Rushing-Estes-Knowles Mortuary with burial to follow in Montell Cemetery. Rev. Steve Peyton will officiate. Pallbearers will be W.D. “Dub” Sutherland, Roy Routh, Robert Verdon, Rodney Lloyd, and Leslie Lloyd.
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Bible Facts - Hosea the Picture of God’s Undying Love - Part II We’ve seen how Hosea obeyed the Lord defiled.” (Hosea and married a woman who became unfaith6:10). Chapters ful to him (chapters 1 and 2). Now we see 7 - 13 record 722 BC 10 Northern Tribes God instructing him again, “Go again, Israel’s sins, “Israel” Assyrian Captivity love a woman who is loved by a lover and hardness of heart 4 BC 1043 BC 1004 BC 971 BC 931 BC 586 BC Return from Captivity 2 Southern Tribes 597 BC “Judah” w/ Benjamin is committing adultery, just like the love and unfaith536 458 444 BC Divided King King King Jesus 606 BC Ezra Nehemiah Kingdom Saul David Solomon born Babylonian of the Lord for the children of Israel…” fulness. {The Zerubbabel Captivity (Hosea 3:1b). God is using Hosea’s marnames Israel, Zechariah (520) Nahum (650-612) Amos (760-750) Obadiah (845?) riage as a living example of the unfaithfulSamaria, and Haggai (520) Zephaniah (635-625) Hosea (750-725) Joel (830?) Esther (483?) Jeremiah (626-586) Isaiah (740-690) Jonah (780) ness of the nation of Israel. “So I bought Ephraim all refer Ezra (458) Habakkuk (610-606) Micah (735-700) Nehemiah (444) Daniel (605-534) her for myself for fifteen shekels of silver, to the 10 NorthMalachi (445-432) Ezekiel (592-570) and one and one-half homers of barley. And ern tribes - that’s I said to her, “You shall stay with me many metonymy! days; you shall not play the harlot, nor - CG.} Chapter of Ezekiel chapter four where Ezekiel lays on shall you have a man—so, too, will I be toward 14 is God’s reassurance that He will save a remhis left side for 390 days and then on his right you.”For the children of Israel shall abide many side for 40 days; and again in chapter five where nant. “I will heal their backsliding, I will love days without king or prince, without sacrifice them freely, for My anger has turned away from he shaves his head and beard, as living signs of or sacred pillar, without ephod or teraphim. him.” (Hosea 14:4). what is ahead for God’s people. - CG} Afterward the children of Israel shall return and This message of Hosea also begins the Hosea’s message is the final message to seek the Lord their God and David their king. dire warnings to God’s people about the dangers Israel (10 Northern tribes) before their defeat They shall fear the Lord and His goodness in the and capture by the Assyrians. Hosea 4:1 - 6:3 of departing from God’s Word and following latter days.” (Hosea 3:2-5). Gomer had apparman’s precepts and commandments. Isaiah uses graphically describes the spiritual adultery of ently been enslaved because of her harlotry and Israel. It is especially sad to read the words “My similar language, “Inasmuch Hosea purchases her back from the slave market people are destroyed for lack of knowledge” (4: as these people draw near with that she’s in; God promises to do the same with their mouths and honor Me with 6a) - and that because their leaders had rejected His nation Israel. The remaining eleven chapters knowledge and forgotten God’s law (4:6b - c). their lips, but have removed their of Hosea talk about the unfaithful Israel and hearts far from Me, and their “Ephraim is oppressed, crushed in judgment, Faithful God and how He promises to take her fear toward Me is taught by the because he was determined to follow man’s back despite her wicked adultery. commandment of men” (Isaiah command.” (Hosea 5:11, NASB). {Ephraim is Hosea’s personal experience with an 29:13); which is quoted in the ‘metonymy’ for the nation of Israel - CG.}”I unfaithful wife illustrates his prophetic message. have seen a horrible thing in the house of N.T. in Mark 7:6-8. {God uses living lessons like this more and The message of Hosea Israel: there is the harlotry of Ephraim; Israel is more as captivity draws near. See the example teaches us that God is faith-
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ERIN MORAN--(Joanie) of the 80’s sitcom “Happy Days” succumbed to complications of Stage 4 Cancer on Saturday in her home in Corydon, IN. ‘Happy Days’ Star Erin Moran Dead At 56. The California-born actress is best known for playing Joanie Cunningham on the 1970s sitcom “Happy Days.” According to TMZ, Moran’s body was found unre-
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GRANNY’S KITCHEN BACK TO BASICS... SUMMER’S COMING With temperatures increasing, kids finishing the year and getting ready to be home for the summer and really looking forward to those days in the sun… it is also time to take stock of new demands on our time and maybe new recipes with a trend toward “cooling it off!” Here are some new summer salad recipes I will be trying. Let us know if you enjoy them.
CUCUMBER BALSAMIC CAPRESE SALAD It’s getting time for some fresh, no nonsense salads, just like this cucumber balsamic caprese salad. I could eat this stuff all day. Springtime means freshness, and this is a hiked up version of traditional tomato, mozzarella, and basil. 3⁄4 cup grape tomatoes, halved, (or sliced medium tomatoes) 1⁄2 cucumber, peeled and chopped into bite sized pieces 7 or 8 large basil leaves, chopped 2 oz. fresh mozzarella, torn into bite sized pieces Reduced balsamic vinegar, about 1 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil, 1 to 2 tbsp salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste Reduce balsamic vinegar on the stovetop on low heat, stirring occasionally, measure out 1⁄2 cup and reduced it 50%, 10 to 20 minutes. Let cool, refrigerate any leftovers. Assemble salad in a shallow bowl or on a plate as desired, add salt and pepper, then drizzle with good extra virgin olive oil and then the reduced balsamic vinegar. Serve cold.
By Elaine Padgett Carnegie
LUNCHTIME HEALTHY TUNA SALAD
I don’t know about you, but I get stuck in a rut when it comes to lunches. Same old fried egg sandwich or leftover spaghetti every day. Well here’s a recipe that lets you use up some of the veggies in the refrigerator and provide a very tasty, low calorie meal…a lunchtime healthy tuna salad. 1 5oz. can water packed Albacore tuna 2 cups grated cabbage, I used red and green 1 medium carrot sliced thinly 1 or 2 radishes, sliced thinly 1⁄4 cup chopped arugula 1⁄4 cup chopped radish leafs 1⁄4 cup Dannon whole milk plain yogurt 1 tbsp Miracle Whip or mayo 1⁄4 tsp salt 1⁄4 tsp black pepper Drain the water from the tuna, use a fork to break it up then place in a medium sized bowl. Add all the other ingredients and toss well to combine. Serve cold. NOTES It is best to use this salad right away. If stored overnight in the refrigerator, the salt will draw the liquid from the vegetables and not be as appetizing.
SEARED SALMON SALAD NICOISE
COLD MANGO PASTA SALAD Dressing 1⁄4 cup extra virgin olive oil 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice 2 tbsp white wine vinegar Salad 5 oz. rotini or other style pasta of choice, cooked per directions, drained and cooled 1 mango, peeled and diced into bite sized pieces 1 cup shredded red cabbage 1⁄2 cup frozen corn, thawed 3 scallions, coarsely chopped 1⁄4 cup diced red onion, (about 1⁄4 of a red onion) 1⁄2 cup grape tomatoes, cut in half 1⁄4 cup coarse chopped fresh cilantro leaves 1⁄2 tsp kosher salt 1⁄2 tsp ground black pepper Dressing-Shake or whisk ingredients together to emulsify and re-shake or whisk before adding to the salad. SaladFold all ingredients together in a bowl, add the dressing and mix to fully coat. Refrigerate for 1 or 2 hours to meld flavors for best taste. Serve cold.
Sometimes the best dishes are the simplest. That’s what this delicious springtime seared salmon salad nicoise is. Make this for your significant other and impress the heck out of them. A traditional salad nicoise usually has green beans but asparagus is a nice substitute. The salmon tastes wonderful with the vegetables, but seared tuna would be nice too. Your choice. This is totally delicious stuff. Vinaigrette 1 tsp dijon mustard 2 tbsp chopped parsley 1 tbsp red wine vinegar 2 garlic cloves, finely minced or pasted 1 tsp dried tarragon juice from half a lemon 1⁄4 tsp salt 1⁄4 tsp ground black pepper 1⁄2 cup olive oil Salmon and salad 2 salmon fillets 5 to 6 ounces each, skin removed 3 or 4 cups spring mix salad greens 1 large ripe tomato cut into wedges 1⁄4 cup olives, halved 12 ounces asparagus, (or green beans) 2 or 3 boiled eggs 6 baby potatoes salt and pepper to taste Vinaigrette-Using a salad oil shaker or lidded jar, mix all ingredients and shake to emulsify. Salmon and salad-Place salad greens in a mixing bowl and add 1⁄2 to 2/3 of the vinaigrette, toss to coat. Clean then slowly boil the potatoes until done, 18 to 20 minutes. Steam the asparagus 4 minutes then place in an ice bath to stop the cooking. Boil the eggs, 61⁄2 minutes for runny yolk, 8 to 9 minutes for hard yolk, place in ice bath 30 seconds to cool. Salt and pepper all sides of the salmon and sear in a hot cast iron or carbon steel skillet with 3 tbsp of vegetable oil, 2 minutes per side then remove to a plate. Assemble the dish on a good sized plate, first placing the greens down, then laying the remaining components, with the seared salmon in the middle. Coat with additional vinaigrette and salt and pepper to taste.
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Uvalde, Texas – The Edwards Region of the Texas Grazing Land Coalition will be hosting a meeting with a roundtable discussion on May 19, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. at the First State Bank of Uvalde, McNelly Room located at 200 E. Nopal, Uvalde, Texas. The intention of this meeting is to provide an opportunity for land managers to discuss the possibility of forming a Prescribed Burn Association (PBA) in this region of the state. Anyone interested in prescribed burning in Uvalde and sourrounding counties is urged to attend. Prescribed burning is an effective management tool on rangelands used to reduce wildfire hazard, control invasive brush species, increase forage quality,
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Would a Prescribed Burn Association Benefit Southwest Texas?
and improve wildlife habitat among many other benefits. Historically wildfires burned an estimated several million acres statewide each year. This region of the state was thought to have burned every 10 to 15 years. This historic fire regime kept brush such as cedar and mesquite off of the grasslands. Prescribed burning mimics these natural wildfires which shaped the landscape. Sam Jetton, Vice President of the Upper Llanos Prescribed Burn Association, will provide information on the benefits of prescribed burn associations. Dr. Mort Kothmann, President of the Prescribed Burn Alliance of Texas, will discuss the steps involved in forming a prescribed burn association.
A roundtable discussion will follow to allow landowners and managers the opportunity to ask questions to speakers and members of neighboring associations. This meeting will provide attendees the opportunity to begin forming a prescribed burn association. There are currently 11 active prescribed burn associations in the state. Prescribed burn associations are based on the principal of neighbor helping neighbor to safely apply fire to the landscape. Prescribed Burn Associations are non-profit organizations that often collect dues which are used to purchase shared equipment such as drip torches, water sprayers, and two-way radios. Providing training and promoting
prescribed fire in the community are also priorities for most prescribed burn associations. If we work together, we can forge relationships that will help us be better stewards of the land. For more information contact Kason Haby at 830-741-0717. USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender. To file a complaint of discrimination, write: USDA, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Ave., SW, Washington, DC 20250-9410 or call (866) 632-9992 (Toll-free Customer Service), (800) 8778339 (Local or Federal relay), (866) 377-8642 (Relay voice users).
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National Small Business Week cosponsors hosting training webinars/webcast May 2-4 WASHINGTON, D.C. – As part of National Small Business Week, April 30 – May 6, the U.S. Small Business Administration, SCORE and cosponsors from Visa, YP, Google, Salesforce, Constant Contact and Chase will be hosting numerous training webinars/ webcast. The webinars/webcast are free of charge, but registration space is limited on a first-come, first-served basis. NSBW 2017 – Webinar/Webcast Schedule 1. The U.S. Economic Outlook and Its Impact on Small Businesses Presented by Visa May 2, 2017 2-3 p.m. EDT Join Visa Economist, Jay Hawkins, as he shares the near-term outlook for the U.S. economy including the health of small businesses, consumer spending, housing prices and more. In this session, Hawkins will cover: · An analysis of which demographic segment(s) will provide opportunities for future spending growth, partially derived from VisaNet data. · The current economic expansion. · Whether the slowdown in job growth in March is expected to persist, or if job growth is expected to rebound for the balance of 2017 and 2018. 2. 5 Fabulous Habits of Local Business Champions Presented by YP May 3, 2017 2-3 p.m. EDT Learn how to go from being a local business owner to a local business CHAMPION by having a: · Consistent and accurate online presence across all sites · Business profile full of rich content like videos, images and reviews · Well-designed, easy-to-navigate website · Business phone that’s answered! · Solid social media marketing strategy 3. Grow Your Business Online Presented by Google May 3, 2017 4-5 p.m. EDT People no longer “go” online, they live online. More than ever, it’s important for businesses to show up in the critical moments when potential customers search for answers, products, and services they need. In this session, learn the basics of connecting with customers online, including reaching local customers with a free business listing, search engine optimization
tips to help your website be found, and an introduction to online advertising. 4. The Future of Small Business Innovation (Webcast) Presented by Salesforce May 4, 2017 2:30 p.m.- 3:30 p.m. EDT Hear how small businesses are turning innovation into growth. Salesforce LIVE webcast “The Future of Small Business Innovation” — find out how some of the world’s most successful companies are using innovation to propel business growth. 5. How to Write Your Email Content in 15 Minutes or Less Presented by Constant Contact May 4, 2017 3:30-4:30 p.m. EDT Struggling to find the words, images and the right calls-to-action that make the biggest impact with your email marketing? With just about 15 minutes and an easyto-follow formula, you can kick writer’s block to the curb and be confident that you’ll know exactly what to say to create an effective email marketing message. In this you will receive: · A worksheet to help you write your marketing email in 15 minutes or less and advice on how to use it · Guidance on keeping your email marketing focused on your business goals · A simple checklist to reference before you hit send · An opportunity to ask questions and interact with our workshop presenters 6. Find the Hidden Money in America Presented by Chase May 4, 2017 5-6 p.m. EDT There are so many hidden opportunities available to entrepreneurs, but many don’t know where to look for them. If you don’t take advantage of these opportunities, in the form of grants, contracts, government programs, and private sector resources, you are leaving money on the table. In this webinar, best-selling author, Nely Galán, gives advice on how and where to pursue the hidden money in America. You will learn about:
· The importance of having your own money · How entrepreneurship provides a path to empowerment · Taking advantage of hidden opportunities For additional information on National Small Business Week, please visit http://www.sba.gov/ smallbusinessweek About the Small Business Administration The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) was created in 1953 and since January 13, 2012 has served as a Cabinet-level agency of the federal government to aid, counsel, assist and protect the interests of small business concerns, to preserve free competitive enterprise and to maintain and strengthen the overall economy of our nation. The SBA helps Americans start, build and grow businesses. Through an extensive network of field offices and partnerships with public and private organizations, the SBA delivers its services to people throughout the United States, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands and Guam. www.sba.gov
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EMPLOYMENT Leakey ISD is hiring substitute teachers (for all grade levels) and substitute bus drivers. Excellent working conditions, friendly staff and great kids. Application is on the website at www.leakeyisd.net under Human Resources tab or contact the Human Resource office/Business Office at (830) 232-5595 for an application. ARE YOU A DEPENDABLE & HONEST PERSON LOOKING FOR A JOB?…… Ranch is just 5 miles south of Leakey. Transportation, Valid Driver’s License, Current Work References and Similar Work Experience a MUST. Please call the office to schedule an interview 830-232-6003. Receptionist/Bookkeeper May pick up application at Roadrunner Energy Inc. 597 Hwy 83 S Leakey Fulltime position with benefits Need Part-Time Janitorial Workers, Great Pay, Please Call 1-855-595-5589 Work with abused children and teens on one of our residential campuses near Kerrville or Leakey. Career ladder after pre-service training, certification. Room and board. Benefits package. Family-style houses. Ranch setting. Must be 21 or older. Singles or married couples. No pets. Subject to background check and drug test. Hill Country Youth Ranch. 830-367-6111. Or contact@youth-ranch.org EOE
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Part-time/ full-time cleaning help needed for upcoming 2017 summer season. Reliable transportation required. Call Cassie @ (830)232-6797 or email us whiskeymountaini nn@gmail.com Big Springs Ranch for Children is in search of a Maintenance Worker. Grounds keeping and minor facility repairs. Entry-level position. Weed-eating and tree-trimming. Must be able to lift and move furniture and heavy appliances, as needed. Drug test and background check. Fulltime, plus benefits. Please call Hill Country Youth Ranch, 830-367-6111 or contact@youthranch.org EOE Part time cleaning help needed. Reliable transportation required. Call Frio River Cabins at 830-232-5996. Part time housekeeping help needed. Call Margie at River Haven Cabins 830-232-5400 Looking for person to do odd jobs, yard cleaning, mowing, trash removal. Call 830-232-5457
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Check out the Ridge Subdivision if you are looking for a beautiful building site in the Frio Canyon with all the amenities, such as a TCEQ approved water system, beautiful river park, paved roads, and a security gate. Prices start at $99,500 for 5 acre tracts. You’d pay that much for a 1-acre tract in Concan with all the noise and traffic. Why do that? Don’t overlook the Ridge. Call us for a tour of heaven in the hill country today. HUNTING PROPERTY PENDING!!! 190 acres on the Nueces River with no restrictions! Dam on river provides great fishing and swimming! Primary dwelling is a 2 bedroom, 2 bath home with a covered porch. Improvements also include a guest house and workshop. Two large springs on site feed the river. Indian mounds and pecan trees all along the river banks. Great rolling topography. $1,699,000. NEW LISTING! 5-acre river front tract in Rancho Real. Great building site with beautiful river view. Go to sleep at night listening to the water running over the rapids. Only $119,000. NEW LISTING! Great hunting tract with good building sites in Rancho Real. Outstanding views! Ideal for hunting, camping, or just relaxing. Short drive to black top. 16 acres for $66,000. NEW LISTING!! 2.467 acres located on east prong of the Frio River. Approximately 156 feet of river frontage lined with huge Cypress Trees. Highway 83 frontage makes access easy. Property could be placed in rental pool. $255,000. NEW LISTING!! Great building site in Frio Canyon Estates, right behind Old Baldy! This subdivision features a beautiful river park for all property owners. One acre for $49,500. NEW LISTING!! Great hunting tract in Leakey Hills. 31 acres with easy access and favorable topography. Two ground blinds and feeders, RV, all for only $99,000. COMMERCIAL Established Auto Parts Store located in the heart of Leakey. Well established, great business in a great location. $259,000 plus inventory! PRICE REDUCED! OWNER FINANCING OPPORTUNITY! Looking for an established business in the Frio Canyon. Now you can own the Leakey Beverage Barn. Best location in town right across the street from Stripes. This is a wellestablished money maker! $295,000. OAKRIDGE LODGE AND CABIN located in the RIDGE. The main lodge features over 4300 feet of centrally heated and cooled area that is configured to sleep up to 30 guests. The property also features a detached cabin that sleeps an additional 10 guests. This is the best income producer in the Frio Canyon. An in ground pool and outdoor fireplace adds to the ambience, or relax on the upper deck and watch the sun go down. This property commands approximately $1,000 per night and is on track for 100 nights this year. This is the investment you’ve been looking for. Call today for a showing. Like new retail building located along Highway 83, close to Stripes with great visibility and easy access. Has a history of successful operations. This is the first building on the left that you see when you enter Leakey from the south. Over 2,000 sf of building area situated on a highly visible one-acre tract on Highway 83. $275,000. PENDING!!! FRIO PECAN FARM managed rental with 2b/2ba, covered porch, beautiful Pecan grove, wildlife, price reduced to $150,000. Close to Leakey and walking distance to the river! OWNER FINANCING AVAILABLE! LAND Rivertree Subdivision. Beautiful residential lot covered with giant oak trees. Close to community club house and river park. This is probably the prettiest lot in the development. Come look at it and you’ll see what I mean. $95,000 Flatrock Subdivision. This is a 3.11-acre river front tract with over 200 feet of frontage along the east bank of the Cypress lined Frio River. This property is improved with a 2 bedroom one bath manufactured home. $225,000 PRICE REDUCED! 14 acres of Cypress lined Mill Creek in close proximity to Lost Maples State Park. Great for gentleman’s estate building along the bank of the creek. Good tillable soil that is perfect for vineyard. Extensive black top frontage with “live” water and excellent topography. Beautiful home site in Frio River Place. Gated community, sensible restrictions, beautiful river park, parking area for owner’s RV, priced right at $75,000. BEAUTIFUL RIVER FRONT TRACT, this five acre building site on the Frio River can be yours today! Huge cypress trees line this blue water hole that is teeming with fish. Fronts on Highway 83 and the Frio River, private, yet close to town. Good restrictions, beautiful building site overlooking the river. It just doesn’t get any better than this!!! Price Reduced to $299,900 THE RIDGE-Experience the Texas hill country at its finest w/ private access to your own beautiful Frio River park w/BBQ pavilion. Underground utilities WITH TCEQ APPROVED WATER SYSTEM, paved roads, security gate, free roaming wildlife, hiking, biking & much more! This restricted subdivision offers 5 acre tracts of peaceful solitude that are beautiful building sites for your dream home, retirement, or vacation get-away. B&B allowed. Call for a showing or take a drive out 4 mi. south on RR 1120. Prices start at $99,500 RESIDENTIAL NEW LISTING!! Two bedroom one bath cabin situated on a 3-acre lot in Saddle Mountain Estates. Underground utilities provide for a beautiful unobstructed view of the countryside. $112,500. Beautiful one bedroom one bath cabin in Reagan Wells. Great rock patio and huge wood deck. Mature live oaks, over 100 acres of common area for property owners in this development. This can be your private get away in the woods. $139,000. Like new home in the heart of Leakey. Three bedroom two baths with approximately 1640 sf of centrally heated and cooled area. Walking distance to the banks, restaurants, grocery store, and the court house. All this for just $220,000. This is turnkey, and ready for you! Approximately 176 feet of river frontage and a home in Frio River Place. Beautiful cypress lined private swimming hole in addition to subdivision park, three bedrooms and three full baths in main house, with guest quarters complete with a full bath. Lots of storage space, huge covered patio to watch the sun go down over the river, black top frontage. Close to Garner, Con Can, and Leakey, yet quiet and peaceful. $575,000. Like new three bedrooms 2 bath home on 5 acres with river access. Close to town in Frio River Ranch. $245,000. Beautiful four bedrooms, 2 1⁄2 bath home with over 2500 square feet of living area, located in close proximity to the river in Reagan Wells. Did I mention that it had a three car garage and a detached guest house. Huge covered and open deck area. Access to a mile of river and over 100 acres of wooded trails and pasture land. This one is priced right at $429,000. RIVERTREE! Two story log home nestled beneath huge Pecan trees. 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Utopia Golf is located in the Sabinal Canyon near the town of Utopia, Texas, in Uvalde County. The front gate is located on Hwy. 187, one mile south of Utopia. Two popular state parks - Garner State Park and Lost Maples State Park - are less than a 16 mile drive away. We are 30 miles from Bandera, 18 miles from Sabinal, 22 miles from Concan or Leakey, and 42 miles from Uvalde. Come visit us!
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