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FATAL ACCIDENT IN UVALDE COUNTY CLAIMS 13 LIVES

by Julie Becker

REAL COUNTY CONSTABLE’S CORNER ............................ Page 9

REAL COUNTY CITY CLEANUP ............................ Page 3

Texas Water Symposium planned for April 27 in

Fredericksburg ............................ Page 7

Last Wednesday, March 29, 2017, a head-on collision occurred north of Concan in Uvalde County. A dodge pickup driven by Jack Dillon Young, of Leakey, veered into oncoming traffic and struck a passenger bus carrying 13 passengers and the bus driver. 13 of the 14 were killed in the collision.

First Responders to the scene were met with a horrific site. Law enforcement responded from Uvalde County and Real County.

National Transportation Safety Board had this to say in their final press conference: Jennifer Morrison, NTSB’s lead investigator on the case, said in a press conference Monday that their team is in the fact-gathering stage of the investigation and a full report could take up

to a year to complete. She also stated NTSB would be reviewing toxicology reports and cell phone records from both drivers. Morrison sent the NTSB condolences to all the families involved.

She said the bus was equipped with seat belts and that all of the passengers were wearing seat belts as well as the driver of the bus. She said the driver of pick up was not wearing his seat belt. She said the NTSB has deployed several separate teams to review the accident scene and those reports will be included in their final report. Witnesses indicate texting could have been a factor in the crash. Texas law enforcement officials released the names of the victims : Murray William Barrett, 67, Howard Bryan Allen, 81, Rhonda Barlow Allen,

61, Harold Boyd Barber, 87, Margaret Robinson Barber, 82, Cristie Clare Moore, 68, Donna Elizabeth Hawkins, 69, Avis Scholl Banks, 83, Mildred Goodlett Rosamond, 87, Addie Maurine Schmeltekopf, 84, Sue Wynn Tysdal, 76, Martha Holcomb Walker, 84, Dorothy Fern Vulliet, 84. The lone survivor from the bus, 64-year-old Rose Mary Harris of New Braunfels, has been upgraded to stable condition at a hospital in San Antonio, the DPS said. The driver of the pickup was released from the hospital yesterday. Real County Sheriff Bruce Carr issued this statement: “The Real County Sheriff’s Office wishes to convey our condolences to the friends and family’s of those who lost their lives and to the two individuals who suffered

injuries in the horrific auto accident in Uvalde County on March 29, 2017. As the accident occurred in Uvalde County, my office is not involved in the ongoing investigation. It is my understanding the accident investigation is being conducted by the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) and the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS). I appreciate the local citizens who took action by notifying law enforcement. I would like to thank my Administrative Assistant, Ken Manchester and Deputy Teddy Douthit who stepped up to assist Uvalde County and DPS in coordination of emergency services in a professional manner.” The Herald sends our condolences to the families of the victims. We pray for you.

Huajilla Unit Retired Teachers Attend State Convention

by Irene Rodriguez-Dubberly, President, Huajilla Unit RTA

Lola Hill and Walter Huegele from Pipe Creek and Irene and Sam Dubberly from Yancey were among the 1500 delegates, presenters and guests at the 64th Annual TRTA Convention and TRTA Day at the Capitol in Austin on March 27-29. Hill and the Dubberlys are officers of the Huajilla Unit; Huegele is a committee member.

The members attended the District 20 Caucus where the delegates were confirmed then reviewed and discussed the amendments to be considered at the BOD. Members also were given instructions on the group’s presentation promoting San Antonio for the 2018 state convention.

Local units were reminded of the deadline for submitting the officers’ list and the June 1 Leadership Training in Floresville. Prior to the evening’s welcome and awards dinner, members attended a social mixer.

On the second day, members attended several break-out sessions. continued page 5

State Representative Andrew Murr are Huajilla Unit delegates Walter Huegele and Lola Hill from Pipe Creek and Sam and Irene Dubberly from Yancey.

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Nueces Canyon One Act Play ADVANCES and is Taking Their Show on the Road Again!

By OAP Co-Director Kathy Hicks

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LETTERS TO THE EDITOR ............................ Page 5 L to R back row: Skylar Balderas, Kyle Floyd, Jordan Phillips, Caitlin Boatright, Jacob Harmon, Nataliah DeLeon, Micah Vernor, Nichole DeLaRosa, Helen Perez; front row: Shelby Pannell, Gabriella Irwin, Tyanna Schexnider, Bethany Fisher, Harleigh Paterson

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INDEX Legals/Jail Register ... . Page 3Community News ......... Page 4-7 Feature Story ............... Page 8-9 Obituaries ...................... Page 10 Classifieds ..................... Page 14

Today’s Weather

High: 71° Low: 47°

On Friday, March 31, 2017 the Nueces Canyon One Act Play Company traveled to Bastrop to compete in the University Interscholastic League 1A Region IV Area I One Act Play Competition. The plays were presented in this order: Prairie Lea HS – Kamikaze Kate, Nueces Canyon HS - Sylvia, Jonesboro HSThe Great Gatsby, D’Hanis HS- The Diviners, Dimebox HS- The Freeway, and McMullen County HSAlways a Bridesmaid.

The NC students did an outstanding job, some giving their best performances yet. At the closing awards ceremony the following names were announced and awards given. Honor Crew Member- Micah Vernor, All Star Tech Crew- Nueces

Canyon High School: Micah Vernor, Nataliah Deleon, Jacob Harmon, Helen Perez, Shelby Pannell, Honorable Mention All Star Cast- Tyanna Schexnider for her role as Phyllis, Honorable Mention All Star CastJordan Phillips for her role as Kate, All Star Cast- Gabriella Irwin for her role as Sylvia.

The Region IV One Act Play Competition is Saturday, April 8th in the Dr. W. W. O’Donnell Performing Arts Center on the Blinn College Campus in Brenham, Texas. Performances will began at 1:00 pm and run back to back. Nueces Canyon will be the fourth school to perform.

“Break A Leg!”

VIETNAM VETERAN DAVID ROSS SPEAKS TO DAR MEMBERS

by Karen Collins

Uvalde de las Encinas Chapter members, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR), meeting at El Progreso Library in Uvalde heard a most interesting and enlightening presentation from Vietnam veteran David Ross, who served in the U.S. Marine Corps as a marksman and a sniper during his tour of duty. He received four presidential citations from both Presidents Johnson and Nixon, three purple hearts, a Silver Star, and is currently a candidate for a Medal of Honor. He told of the horrors of the war, and impressed his audience with his tremendous patriotism and bravery. He received a standing ovation at the conclusion of the program.

Fifteen members attended the meeting, and Regent Lesley Jones

recognized Mona Booker and Jewell Rossitor as guests. The report given by Secretary Diane Carrillo was approved as read, and Registrar Nancy Baker reported that the paperwork for several new members is almost complete. We now have 61 members with ten prospective members. Regent Jones presented the treasurer’s report, in the absence of Sharon Hubble, and it was approved.

Nancy Baker read Ann Turner Dillon’s President General’s Message which encouraged members to check the DAR website and keep up with the organization’s activities and goals. The National Defense Report, read by Diane Dooley, discussed the importance of service dogs to help soldiers with PTSD and other health issues. Mr. Ross added information

about his experience with service dogs, and how valuable they were to active military operations as well as to veterans.

Following the meeting, most of the ladies enjoyed lunch and visiting at the local Italian Restaurant. The next meeting of the Uvalde de las Encinas Chapter, NSDAR, will be at The El Progreso Library on March 298th, and will be the organization’s annual business meeting.

This organization meets on the third Saturday of each month. Any woman 18 years of age or older, regardless of race, religion, or ethnic background, who can prove lineal descent from a patriot of the American Revolution is eligible for membership in DAR. For more information, contact Lesley Jones at 830.563.2347.

Pictured are speaker David Ross (center) with DAR Regent Lesley Jones and Parliamentarian Betty Lawrence

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If you would like to donate to the RAFFLE please contact Nina Maguire 210-827-8074.

Come out to the FRIO CANYON PARK to support your WYLD Eagles!

Baseball games will be held all day!

2017 Rabies Drive Location: Camp Wood City Hall Date: Wednesday, April 19th Time: 3pm – 6pm

Rabies - $12 Canine Vaccinations

Feline Vaccinations

Dhppl - $27

FVRCP - $27

Lepto - $15

Leukemia - $35

Bordetella - $15 Rattlesnake - $30 *Pets must be at 12 weeks of age or older to receive a rabies vaccination.* Please keep your pet on a leash or in a carrier.

For more information, please call our office at 278-4441

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JAIL REGISTER March 19 - March 25, 2017

Wofford, Ashley Lane ,40 W/M, McAllen, Texas, A/O Deputy Johnson, Assault by Threat, A/D 3/26/2017 $267 PR Bond; Sanders, Deryl Lee, 46 W/M, Camp Wood, Texas, A/O Constable Johnson, (Montgomery County Warrant) Failure to Appear Theft of Prop Greater than or equal to $100 Less than $ 750, A/D 3/29/2017 $10,000 Surety Bond; Nery, Zoe Claire Evelyn ,20 W/F, Spring Branch, Texas, A/O Deputy Cox (Bexar County Warrant) Forgery Comm Inst/Check A/D 3/30/2017, In Custody; Turner, Zachary Aaron, 25 W/M, Spring Branch, Texas, A/O Deputy Cox Unauthorized Use of Vehicle 3/30/2017 Bandera Spring Branch, In Custody

Real County Sheriff’s Office Weekly Dispatch Report March 26- April 1, 2017 03/26/2017 @ 1346 responded to Ranch Road 337 east of Leakey for a one vehicle accident 1405 responded to a residence on Fahrig Road on Ranch Road 336 for suspicious activity 1818 responded to a residence on US State Highway 83 north of Leakey for a disturbance 2132 responded to a residence on US State Highway 83 north of Leakey for verbal disagreement 03/27/2017 @ 1716 responded to Rancho Real on Ranch Road 336 north of Leakey for a motorist assist 03/28/2017 @ 222 responded to Ranch road 337 west of Leakey for a suspicious vehicle 1432 responded to Paloverde Street in Leakey for report of stolen property 1554 responded to John Buchanan road west of Leakey for report of stolen property

Real County Law Officers Bruce Carr, Sheriff Steven Castro, Deputy Sheriff Mark Cox, Deputy Sheriff Teddy Douthit, Deputy Sheriff Nathan Johnson, Constable Corporal Jake Sanchez, DPS Highway Patrol DPS Trooper Robertson Clint Graham, TPWD Game Warden

1700 responded to a residence in Flat Rock subdivision south of Leakey for a civil standby 2150 responded to the Leakey Mercantile in Leakey for a burglary alarm 03/29/2017 @ 646 responded to a residence on Camino Alto Road in Twin Forks subdivision east of Leakey for a burglary alarm 03/30/2017 @ 2057 responded to a residence on east First Street in Camp Wood for a welfare check 03/31/2017 @ 1423 responded to Ranch Road 336 north of Leakey for a motorcycle accident 04/01/2017 @ 1312 responded to Ranch Road 337 east of Leakey for a motorcycle accident 1424 responded to a residence on south Leon Klink in Camp Wood for vandalism

NOTICE EFFECTIVE APRIL 14TH, 2017 LEAKEY AUTO, LEAKEY, TEXAS WILL NO LONGER HAVE VEHICLE INSPECTION SERVICES

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.

The Real County library- Leakey is looking for a permanent volunteer every Friday morning from 9:30 - 1:00. Volunteering at the library is a wonderful way to meet new people while serving your community.

Duties include checking books in and out, re-shelving returns and helping patrons. The Friday position is especially important because the volunteer covers the library while the librarian hosts two school classes.

If you are looking for a little extra something in your routine, consider becoming a library volunteer! Please call the library if you are willing to fill the Friday position.

PUBLIC NOTICE

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.

Hill Country Telephone Cooperative, Inc. (“HCTC”) is a telecommunications carrier committed to providing high quality telecommunications services at affordable rates to all subscribers throughout its service territory. Basic local services are offered at the following monthly rates: Type of Service Single Party Residence Single Party Business Emergency 911 Service Fee Touch Tone

Monthly Rates* $18.00 - $19.50 $20.00 - $25.00 $ 0.50 FREE

*Rates vary depending on location (exchange).

Recycle in Leakey (Sort items by type before drop-off)

As a part of its service commitment to its subscribers, HCTC continually provides voice grade access to the public switched network, interexchange carriers, telecommunications relay service and 911 emergency services. HCTC also provides access to operator services and directory assistance. Each local exchange access line comes with a primary directory listing at no charge and each subscriber automatically receives an HCTC telephone directory annually. Furthermore, customers can report service trouble to the Cooperative twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week.

Aluminum Cans – no aluminum foil, no steel cans, no cat tins or pie plates, no trash Cardboard – flattened, MUST BE DRY, and free of food contamination (no pizza boxes) #1 Plastic – no lids, no liquids Batteries, rechargeable – no single use batteries Electronics NO – No longer accepting electronics

HCTC understands the importance of consumers having access to quality local telephone service. To help consumers obtain and keep their local service, HCTC offers reduced rates to eligible consumers under the Lifeline program. Lifeline Service is a monthly discount on local service charges that is available to qualified consumers. Qualifying low-income individuals subscribing to residential service who are eligible for Lifeline telephone assistance programs will receive discounts off basic local charges and are eligible for toll blocking at no charge. Additional information may be obtained by contacting the HCTC Business Office.

Basic services are offered to all consumers in the Cooperative’s service territory at the rates, terms and conditions specified in the Cooperative’s tariff on file with the Public Utility Commission of Texas. If you have questions regarding HCTC’s services or rates, please call 830-367-5333 or toll free 800-292-5457. We welcome customer feedback through our customer service department or via our website at any time, and remain available to answer any questions you may have about the telecommunications services we provide.

The drop-off location for recyclables is at Rio Brewster Waste Management, which is on FM 337 west, across the street from the post office. Stop at the RBWM office for directions on where to unload your recyclables. No charge for recyclable items. All proceeds go to support Keep It Real-ly Beautiful, the local 501(c)3 organization for recycling and beautification in Real County.

HILL COUNTRY HERALD 337 RR 337 West P.O. Box 822 Leakey, Texas 78873 (830) 232-6294 (830) 433-1424 Published Each Wednesday Julie Becker/Editor/Publisher Billie Franklin, Sabinal Correspondent

Contributing Writers: Elaine Padgett Carnegie Linda Kirkpatrick

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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, Bruce Carr 830-232-5201 Real County Constable Nathan Johnson 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

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LEAKEY ISD SENIOR SPOTLIGHTS

submitted by Kara Guerra

Jacob Gray

Sofia Rodriguez

Jacob Gray Parents: Steve and Shawn Gray Sister: Jacy Gray Grandparents: Herb and Caroline Gray and Linda and Rick Butts Jacob has attended Leakey ISD since Kindergarten Accomplishments: Two time state golf qualifier, three time regional track finalist, First team All-District football, VASE (Visual Arts Scholastic Events) participant Plans on attending Texas A&M to major in mechanical engineering and possibly minoring in business.

Sofia Rodriguez Parents: Jesse and Leticia Rodriguez Siblings: Stevie, Gloria, Joey, Lorenzo, and Rafael Rodriguez Grandparents: Francisca Navarro and Eremercio Rodriguez Moved from Sabinal, TX and started at Leakey ISD in 8th grade Accomplishments: State Champion in mixed doubles tennis, State Runner-up in singles tennis, All-State basketball, All-Regional basketball, District MVP, State qualifier in VASE, Newcomer of the Year in basketball, Regional qualifier in track, Regional qualifier in academic UIL, Miss Frio River, Student Council President, Senior Class President, NHS President, Homecoming Queen, NHS Vice President, Regional SemiFinalist in basketball, 1st Team All-District volleyball, Regional Quarterfinalist in volleyball, TABC and TGCA All-State Basketball Team, All-State Academic Basketball Team, District Champion in mixed doubles tennis Sofia plans on attending Texas A&M University and majoring in Kinesiology for a career in Athletic Training and minoring in sports journalism and broadcasting.

75th Anniversary of the Hondo Army Air Field (HAAF) submitted by Jamie Kindred

This year, 2017, marks the 75th anniversary of the Hondo Army Air Field (HAAF). In celebration of this historic event, the City of Hondo is excited to present The Hondo Army Airfield Diamond Jubilee Fly-In. The Jubilee will be held April 29, 2017 at the South Texas Regional Airport.

A free event, festivities will include a pancake breakfast hosted by the Experimental Aircraft Association Chapter 35 and a BBQ lunch hosted by Heavy’s BBQ. Purchase tickets for an evening Hangar Dance & concert featuring Gunpowder Soup, a Texas variety band.

Special guests attending are Lieutenant Colonel (Ret.) Dick Cole, the last surviving member of the famed Doolittle Raiders and the Commemorative Air Force Devil Dog, a US Navy variant of the North American B-25 Mitchell. In addition, organizers and participants of the annual STOL (Short Take Off and Landing) Roundup will be demonstrating their short takeoff & landing skills. Various other warbirds are expected to join the celebration including a Beechcraft T34A Mentor and a Boeing Stearman.

HAAF was constructed in 1942 by HB Zachry as a navigator training base for the US Army Air Force. Citizens acquired guarantees of 400 housing units in less than two days. H. B. Zachry of San Antonio used 3,000 employees to construct more than 600 buildings, numerous streets, a utility network, and an airdrome with runways, taxiways, and aprons, in eighty-nine days and at a cost of nearly $7.25 million. A 330-unit housing project known as Navigation Village sprang up on fifty-two acres at the southeastern corner of the 3,675-acre base.

The air field began operations on July 4, 1942, student training on August 10, 1942, and graduated its first class of navigators on November 26 of that year. By that time more than 5,300 military personnel were stationed at the base. The aircraft included C-60s, B-18s, AT-7s, and AT-11s. The school was the largest United States Air Force Navigation School in the world at the time. The Women’s Air Force Service Pilots were assigned there in November 1943. Two notable woman pilots, Betty

Heinrich and Hollywood stunt actress Mary Wiggins, were among the first WASPs to report for duty. Between July 1942 and August 1945 some 14,158 navigators were trained at Hondo. The base was closed on December 29, 1945, and the buildings and fixtures were sold as surplus. By 1950 the population of Hondo had dropped from its

high of 12,000 in 1942 to 4,220.

Between 1945 and 1951 civilian operators such as the Hollaway flying school trained student pilots at the former base under the GI Bill. The base was reactivated at the outset of the Korean War in 1951 with independent contractor Texas Aviation Industries, training pilots in T-6s, T-28s, and T-34s, in a joint effort with the United States Air Force. This arrangement ended when the base was closed again on June 30, 1958. During the 1960s the city of Hondo leased facilities at the base to the Hondo Livestock Auction and to Gary Aerospace, Universal Rundle, and Doss Aviation. The

aviation companies worked with the United States Air Force to screen pilots, and Universal Rundle manufactured toilets. In the spring of 1973 the Air Force began a flightscreening program at Hondo using the T-41 Mescalero, a militarized version of the civilian Cessna 172. The training program, still in operation in the 1980s, was attended by United States and foreign students. After the mid-1970s the base housed a number of businesses, including a fiberglassproducts plant, a greenhouse, a national guard armory, and the Medina Electric Cooperative. The airfield, now called South Texas Regional Airport at Hondo (KHDO), operates as a General Aviation airport.

KHDO offers four active runways, large ramp, a new compass rose, and various aircraft services.

Come early and enjoy the pancake breakfast starting at 8:00a.m, then stick around as LtCol Cole will be located in the same area selling and signing copies of his book, Dick Cole’s War: Doolittle Raider, Hump Pilot, Air Commander. If you’re looking for excitement, the B25 Mitchell Devil Dog will be offering rides for $425 throughout the afternoon. Come back later and enjoy an evening of music and dancing with Gunpowder Soup. Located out of San Antonio, Gunpowder Soup is a premier Texas variety band promising to create fun on the dancefloor with music from the ‘60’s, ‘70’s, ‘80’s, country and classic rock. Tickets for the Hangar Dance are $15 per person or $25 per couple. Tickets are available at the Hondo Area Chamber of Commerce and Eventbrite.com.

Local eatery, Katy’s, will offer heavy hors d’oeuvres for the evening.

“The City of Hondo and the South Texas Regional Airport are very excited to celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the airfield,” said Director o[i]f Aviation, Robert Lee. “It’s an honor to commemorate the men and women who trained here and some of whom also sacrificed their lives so we may enjoy our freedoms today. We are especially honored to have Lt.Col. Dick Cole who, during the bleakest days of WWII, he and the Doolittle Raiders were a beacon of light and hope.”

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Letter to the Editor: I have grave concerns about House Bill 610, which overturns the system for federal funding of public schools that has been in place since 1965 and replaces it with a voucher system. This bill is supported by President Trump and by our representative in District 21, Lamar Smith.

Recently, I attended a public forum on National and State School Vouchers, led

by Dr. Marc Williamson and sponsored by the Gillespie County Democratic Party at the Hill Country University Center in Fredericksburg. He is a past teacher, principal and FISD superintendent. He displayed a refreshing viewpoint on the voucher issue both on the local and national level.

If you look at the National Voucher Bill (HB 610) closely, you will see that numerous federal and state benefits are erased.

Having a mentally retarded sister, I do not

Dear Editor: This time of year is big for the tourism industry in the hill country. Most of the small businesses center their financial year around the bluebonnets. Buses full of people from around the country come just for wildflower tours. While here they eat at our restaurants, shop in our stores, and while doing so keep one of the biggest industries in the area running. As I drive from my job in Fredericksburg to my home in Kerrville, I also enjoy spectaular views of bright blue sky and fields of bluebonnets.

Views like this make me wonder why

LETTER TO THE EDITOR see a program that has benefitted her in the past that will remain with this dubious voucher program.

Regarding the SB 3 in our state legislature: if there was a level playing field, the voucher system might work. But there’s isn’t a level playing field. The impoverished children of this nation and community have always been here. It does a tremendous disservice to take away the programs that children depend on such as no cost breakfast and lunch. What about special needs and handicapped children?

Under this program, there are no serious penalties for charter schools not meeting or supporting their educational goals.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR Lamar Smith keeps hindering the Environmental Protection Agency. Recently he’s proposed the HONEST Act, which will undo protection for individuals who report scientific finds or companies’ violations to the EPA, making them choose between their personal safety and the safety of our land. One only has to look back east at the millions they’ve had to spend trying to

Huajilla Unit Retired Teachers As a member of the state membership committee, Irene Dubberly, along with the other members and led by state Vice President Patricia Macias, presented a session on Retaining, Regaining and Recruiting TRTA members.

A luncheon session featured TRTA Executive Director Tim Lee in a round table discussion with Representatives John Zerwas, Chair of the House Appropriations Committee and Trent Ashby, both strong proponents of TRTA retirees, who reviewed their proposal to save TRS Care for retirees; important in attaining this goal is the support of the Senate.

After a smooth BOD session where only bylaws revisions were adopted, District 20

3/28/2017-Day 68 of 100-Trump signs an executive order on energy independence, a sweeping repudiation of Obama-era environmental initiatives that substitutes a a strategy of combating climate change through international cooperation for an America-first energy policy. Meanwhile, House Intelligence Chairman Devin Nunes faces pressure to recuse himself or step down as leader of the investigation of Russian meddling in the 2016 presidential election.

3/29/2017-Day 69 of 100-The president kicks off the day with complaints on Twitter about the media. “Remember when the failing @nytimes apologized to its subscribers, right after the election, because their coverage was so wrong.

Now worse!” he tweets. Trump later holds an opioid abuse listening session, joined by New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, leader of the White House’s new commission to combat the opioid crisis.

3/30/2017-Day 70 of 100-Trump takes to Twitter to threaten the conservative group that opposed him on health care:

reverse industrial pollution that happened to their soil and water before the establishment of the EPA to see the agency’s importance. One also only has to look at who’s donating the most to Smith: oil and coal companies.

It’s clear that Smith are more concerned with crawling into the pockets of billionnaires than with the people of the Hill Country. Smith would rather our blue sky and bluebonnets be gone and our way of life destroyed, just for a little more green in his pocket.

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3/31/2017-Day 71 of 100-While Trump encourages Michael Flynn to offer testimony to investigators in exchange for immunity, congressional leaders investigating Russia’s interference in the election

ment is sending a clear and necessary message that the laws of this land are going to be enforced. Texas joins the Trump administration in its commitment to end sanctuary cities, and I look forward to signing legislation that bans these dangerous policies in Texas once and for all.”

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4/1/2017-Day 72 of 100-Trump kicks off another Saturday with tweets attacking the media, with NBC’s Chuck Todd as the target: “When will Sleepy Eyes Chuck Todd and @NBCNews start talking about the Obama SURVEILLANCE SCANDAL and stop with the Fake Trump/Russia story?”

The president also uses Twitter to praise a New York Times article on Obamacare, though he still describes the newspaper as “failing.”

4/2/2017-Day 73 of 100-Trump expresses confidence, both on social media and at the golf course, that he and aides can resurrect their attempt to repeal Obamacare. Before hitting the links with one of his critics on health care, Republican Sen. Rand Paul, the president tweets: “Anybody (especially Fake News media) who thinks that Repeal & Replace of ObamaCare is dead does not know the love and strength in R Party!”

Governor Abbott Applauds Department Of Justice Action Against Sanctuary Cities Governor Greg Abbott today issued the following statement after Attorney General Jeff Sessions announced the Department of Justice will withhold and claw back federal funds from sanctuary cities that do not comply with immigration laws and enforcement, specifically U.S. Code 1373.

“I applaud today’s bold action by Attorney General Sessions that aims to end sanctuary city policies that endanger American lives,” said Governor Abbott. “After years of the previous administration turning a blind eye to this issue, the federal govern-

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Upon adjournment, Bill Barnes led a discussion on current legislative issues. Later, presidents and treasurers received details related to moving district and local units under the TRTA umbrella as a 501(c)(4) non-profit entity.

On Wednesday morning, more than 1500 red-shirted TRTA members swarmed the capitol to the overflowing House and Senate galleries as they were recognized with a resolution, and members of the TRTA Executive Officers were honored

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The time for the biggest celebration in Sabinal just passed. The hogs are all gone and the winners have good memories. The carnival was from Oklahoma and tied in with their festivities. This year there was one hog catching on Friday night, followed by a dance. Saturday was the big day, followed by an early Sunday morning rain storm and the final hog catching contest at 2 p.m. My grandchildren spent their time going on the rides of the Garry Moore Amusements & Sons. Many people in Sabinal pooled together to help make this fund raiser successful for the Lions Club and all now deserve a rest.

Cascarones

The Sabinal Student Council, under the direction of Mrs. De Leon, are busy today making cascarones and learning about the history of the egg shells filled with confetti.

The cascarones will be delivered during Holy Week to the elderly in town. It is sure to bring back many happy memories and possibly be shared with grandchildren and greatgrandchildren.

The word cascaron is derived from the Spanish word “cascara” which means egg shell.

Originally the practice came from China where the shells were filled with perfumed powder and given as gifts. During the 13th century, Marco Polo brought the custom to Italy and it was soon taken to Spain. It is attributed to Carlotta, wife of Emperor Maximilian, that the custom arrived in Mexico. The powder was replaced by confetti and is still used during Carnival or Mardi Gras in Mexico. In America, the custom is to use them at Easter Tide. That way it ties in with the ever popular Easter egg hunts.

As a surprise, take one in your hand, crush it, and then sprinkle it on the head of an unsuspecting person. It is said that it will bring good luck to that person.

sion. Holy Saturday at 7:30 p.m. the Easter Vigil will be held at St. Joseph in Knippa. At St. Patrick’s the Easter Vigil will begin at 9:30 p.m. On Easter Sunday, at St. Mary’s in Vanderpool, there will be the Easter Mass at 9 a.m. and at 11 a.m. at St. Patrick’s the Easter Mass will begin at 11 a.m.

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Comedian Kim Dayoc will be the entertainment. Hostesses are Billie Franklin and Melba Henry. This should be a really fun meeting; come if you can.

Big Springs Charter School This week in the library the Book Fair is going on. The final day is April 7. On April 13, Career Day will be held.

Holy Week April 9 - 16 Protestant services are as follows: Maundy Thursday service, April 13 at 7 p.m. will be held at First Baptist Church

by Billie Franklin

Thursday, April 13 at 5:30 p.m. at St. Joseph in Knippa, Confessions will be followed by Mass at 8 p.m. At St. Patrick’s, Confessions will be at 8 p.m. followed

by Mass at 8 p.m. and Adoration until midnight. Good Friday, April 14 at St. Patrick’s at noon will be Stations of the Cross; at 2:45 p.m. will be the Divine Mercy Chaplet; at 3 p.m. will be the Seven Last Words of Christ; at 5 p.m. will be Confessions; at 6 p.m. will be the Sorrowful Rosary; at 7 p.m. will be the Lord’s Pas-

The Wednesday Night Bible Study will have a covered dish supper followed by a sing-a-long. It is open to all.

During Holy Week, the Sonrise Service will be held on April 16, Easter Sunday at 7 a.m. in the sanctuary followed by a hearty breakfast after the service in the Annex. Attendees will still have time to attend the church of their choice.

First Baptist The turnout for the dunking booth on Saturday during the Wild Hog Festival revealed it was a very popular event. Joe Redus was not the only wet master.

It seems that some of the youth and even Pastor Monty Benson got in on the fun. Money earned will be used for youth expenses.

First United Methodist On Tuesday and Friday at 8:30 a.m. the exercise class will be held in the Fellowship Hall.

Palm Sunday, April 9, there will be study groups and Sunday School from 9:45 to 10: 30 a.m. Worship service is from 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Confirmation rehearsal will begin at 12:30 p.m. All parents and mentors are encouraged to attend. Confirmation Sunday will be on April 23.

Also on Palm Sunday, the youth group will meet at 5:30 p.m. for an evening meal, worship, and Bible study. It is open to grades 6 through 12.

Caladiums are on sale by the Sabinal Methodist Ladies at 75¢ or 10 for $7.50. Colors are red, pink, white, and can be sold mixed also.

Contact person is Betty Mathis.

St. Patrick’s Catholic This Friday, April 7, is First Friday of the month. All Fridays during Lent are days of abstinence, meaning all person over 14 years of age are to abstain from eating meat. Eucharistic Adoration begins at 8 a.m. and will continue until the Rosary at 6 p.m., followed by Benediction and Holy Mass. The Way of the Cross is held every Friday at 6 p.m. in both Knippa and Sabinal, and in Vanderpool every Sunday at 8:30 a.m. during Lent.

There will be a festival on Sunday, May 7 beginning at 10:30 a.m. There will be games, a cake walk, and hamburgers for sale. The raffle will take place during the Festival. Tickets are now on sale. Contact Maria Banda for your chance. The tickets are $2 each and there are 32 prizes. This is an opportunity for fun for the entire family.

Mexican Government Funds Scholarships Del Rio–In a ceremony held Friday, Mar. 24, Carlos Obrador, the Mexican consul in Del Rio, and Paul Sorrels, Vice President of Sul Ross State University Rio Grande College, celebrated eight RGC students who won scholarships.

The students, all living in the Del Rio area, have benefited from the generosity of the Mexican government through its Institute for Mexicans Abroad (IME) of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The IME Becas (scholarships) are provided to Mexican nationals and students with close to ties to Mexico who are enrolled in higher education programs in other countries. In addition to improving accessibility to education, the funds promote higher education so their citizens may contribute to the enrichment of the host country.

The 2017 recipients include the following students who are pursuing bachelor’s degrees that lead EC-6 bilingual generalist teaching certification Maria Chapa, Jose Limon, Edith Trevino, and Daniela Velazco. Other awardees are Sandra George, who is also pursuing a teaching degree; Maria Ortega, who is working towards a mathematics degree;

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Cutline for attached photo: Those celebrating at the scholarship ceremony held Friday, Mar. 24 in Del Rio were, from left to right, Mexican consul Carlos Obrador and students Daniela Velazco, Sandra George, Guadalupe Romero, Maria Chapa, Jose Limon, and RGC Vice President Paul Sorrels. Other recipients not pictured are Edith Trevino, Maria Ortega, and Azucena Villanueva.

and Guadalupe Romero and Azucena Villanueva, both studying for degrees in Spanish.

IME-Becas funds help support Mexican national students living in the Del Rio area

and enrolled in undergraduate or graduate studies at RGC. For more information or to apply, contact Julia Alderete, Student Support Specialist on the Del Rio campus at 830.703.4812.

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DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION PLANS FIELD TRIP TO FORT CLARK SPRINGS submitted by Karen Collins

The Uvalde de las Encinas Chapter members, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), meeting at the El Progreso Library in Uvalde on Saturday, March 18th, were led in their annual business session by Regent Lesley Jones, and then planned an April field trip to Fort Clark Springs in Brackettville.

The group will meet at 10:30 on Saturday, April 8th, at the Palisado Building for a wagon tour of the Fort, followed by lunch, and a visit to the Historical Society Museum and the Suttler’s Store.

Billie Toalson read the President General’s Message which reminded members of the 126th Continental Congress which will be held in Washington, DC, at the end of June 2017.

She also mentioned membership goals, and encouraged all chapters to help new members to participate in local, state, and national goals. The National Defense Report, read by Francis Karasek, discussed World War I, and the impact it had on every nation on earth. About 40 million persons died in the “war that was supposed to end all wars.”

Members discussed next year’s Veterans Day Program, which will be on November 10th, and the state conference

which will be in San Antonio next March.

Ancestor Appreciation Day will be celebrated on September 27th. The group also agreed that the meeting time will be changed from 11 a.m. to 10:30, beginning with the September 2017 meeting.

The April meeting will be at Fort Clark Springs in Brackettville on April 8th, and the May meeting will be on May 20th, back at the El Progreso Library in Uvalde. Good citizens from area schools will be honored, and a pizza luncheon will be served to the group.

This organization meets on the third Saturday of each month. Any woman 18 years of age or older, regardless of race, religion, or ethnic background, who can prove lineal descent from a patriot of the American Revolution is eligible for membership in DAR. For more information, contact Lesley Jones at 830-563-2347.

Texas Water Symposium planned for April 27 in Fredericksburg: Invasive Species Impacts On Water Resources, Economics and Ecosystems The final Texas Water Symposium of the 2016-2017 school year has been set for 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 27th at the Texas Tech Hill Country University Center, Fredericksburg, Texas. The Texas Water Symposium is free and open to the public.

Join our panel in a discussion of potential costs of invasive species to native wildlife and infrastructure, approaching threats, and the most effective ways for Hill Country boaters, ranchers and landowners to protect our waterways.

Invasions of non-native plants, animals and parasites are regarded by biologists as a major threat to biological diversity worldwide and can have major impacts on water resources and economics. They threaten the survival of native plants and animals, interfere with ecosystems and hybridize with native species. They have created specific and immediate threats to our river’s native aquatic flora and fauna, and in many cases threaten the productivity of the industrial and water supply infrastructure upon which our economy

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Invasive Arundo cane, Zebra Mussels, and Hydrilla are among a host of aquatic plants and animals that are not native to Texas and compete with native animals and plants for food and space. Because introduced species lack natural enemies in our waterways, they can multiply and spread at an alarming rate, interfering with boat traffic, affecting water quality and quantity, and causing a range of other problems.

Tim Birdsong, aquatic biologist and Ecosystem/Habitat Assessment Chief of Inland Fisheries for Texas Parks and Wildlife will moderate a panel of invasive species specialists in a discussion of invasives in the Hill Country, their potential costs to native wildlife and infrastructure, approaching threats, and the most effective ways for the Hill Country to protect our waterways. The full program can be found at www.hillcountryalliance.org/ texaswatersymposium.

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The Symposium is a partnership project of Schreiner University, Texas Tech University, Texas Public Radio and the Hill Country Alliance. For more information, visit the Texas Water Symposium, and listen to past shows online. To stay informed about future programs, subscribe at www.hillcountryalliance.org.

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First Lady Encourages Texans To Help Find “A Place To Stay” For Texas Children In Foster Care Texas First Lady Cecilia Abbott today attended and addressed concertgoers at the A Place to Stay Concert, featuring music from the newly released album The Foster EP by Texas singer/songwriters Radney Foster and Kyle Hutton. The Foster EP is a collection of songs narrating some of the experiences of children in the Texas foster care system. Through the album and today’s concert, the First Lady, Texas Music Office Director Brendon Anthony, Texas Department of Family and Protective Services Commissioner Hank Whitman, Foster, Hutton and others hope to inspire and educate Texans about the ways they can become involved in helping and supporting these children and families.

“As Texans, we really are one family, and we are called to care for each other,” the First Lady said. “Finding safe and loving homes for all of our boys and girls living in foster care, and supporting our foster and adoptive parents, is a bigger job than state government can

do alone. It requires a Network of Nurture – a legion of Texans to make sure these children and families are getting the resources and support they need. I want to thank Kyle and Radney for all that they are doing for the children of Texas.”

Also on hand at the concert were representatives from the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, child placement agencies, and nonprofits that support children in the Texas foster care system and foster and adoptive families. The organizations provided information to interested concertgoers about the ways they can become a foster or adoptive parent or provide support in other ways to the thousands of Texas children waiting for a foster or adoptive home.

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REAL COUNTY CONSTABLE’S CORNER NATHAN T. JOHNSON Editor’s Note: Each month Real County Constable Nathan Johnson sends a detailed report summarizing activities/duties for the previous month. The Constable’s effort to keep citizens of Real County safe are to be applauded, so each month the HCH will feature the “Constable’s Corner.” If you see Constable Johnson take the time to say THANK YOU!

MARCH 2017 March was a busy month but with both spring break and mandated training for new constables I felt like I was not able to serve as many warrants as I had hoped during March. I took some days off to be with my family during spring break and was gone to Huntsville at the Bill Blackwood Law Enforcement Management Institute of Texas for the entire week of the 19th – 24th. I am happy to report that I was able to complete the required training for new constables and have attached a copy of my certificate to this report for review by the Commissioners Court.

COMMUNITY INTERACTION / SERVICE Security checks on buildings and property – Leakey area businesses Security checks on buildings and property – Camp Wood area businesses Security checks on residences and ranches – Surrounding county area Security detail for NCCISD prom activities Assist police Explorers program activity LAW ENFORCEMENT / PEACE OFFICER DUTIES 1.

COURT BAILIFF DUTIES · Justice Court PCT 1&2 (No court scheduled) · Justice Court PCT 3&4 (March 28th) · County Court (Unavailable to bailiff due to school) · District Court (March 30th – Special Setting) · Attorney General (AG) Court (March 6th) · Child Protective Services (CPS) Court (March 2nd) · Grand Jury (March 31st) WARRANT SERVICE Warrants served / Arrests made (Misdemeanor / Felony / Capias) – 6 total INVESTIGATIONS CONDUCTED Cases / complaints to investigate – 4 Cases still open – 2 Cases closed – 1 Cases referred to other agency (Texas Ranger Service) -1 CASES FILED County Attorney for prosecution – 0 District Attorney for prosecution – 0

Other – cases filed for information or incidents non-criminal - 2 5. TRANSPORTS Conducted transports for the sheriff’s office: In county for Sheriff’s Office/other agency - 1 Mental Health Transport - 1 Out of county (Bandera / Uvalde / Rocksprings) – 6 inmate transports Out of area – 2 inmate transport Out of state – 0 CITATIONS ISSUED JP 1&2 - None JP 3&4 – None FINES / FEES COLLECTED JP 1&2 – None JP 3&4 – $279.00 collected in fines (Capias ProFines) Process Service Fees: CURRENTLY FEES ARE SENT TO THE SHERIFF’S OFFICE AGENCY ASSISTS Assist Sheriff’s Office with transports, case investigation Assist other constable with surveillance of target subject Assist City of Camp Wood with Code Enforcement needs Assist NCCISD with student behavioral issue CIVIL PROCESS SERVED Writs / Subpoenas / Summons / Evictions -5 total CIVIL PROCESS ATTEMPTS Writs / Subpoenas / Summons / Evictions - 4 total OTHER Motorist Assistance – 2 total BUILDING & EQUIPMENT ISSUES Nothing new to report TECHNOLOGY ISSUES Nothing new to report GOALS / PROJECTS Continue to locate and serve outstanding arrest warrants on warrant list Continue to collect outstanding fines owed to the county CURRENT AGENCY NEEDS None identified at this time BUDGET / EXPENDITURES / OTHER Funds expended for: Fuel / travel / repairs / postage / equipment TOTAL HOURS OF SERVICE Total hours of service logged- 168 total MILES TRAVELED Total miles traveled in execution of constable duties __3,800___

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Property 09: The finest home in the Concan Country Club is available! 3BA/2.5BA, oversized garage and HUGE patio. $575,000 REDUCED Property 11: 800’ RIVERFRONT! Paradise on the FRIO. 27+ acs. Cute 2BD/1BA cottage ++ NO RESTRICTIONS $699,000 REDUCED Property 18: 9.47 ac. Near Garner! 3BD/2BA + office and an 800 sq. ft. guest house! GORGEOUS views; hunting ok. $279,900 PENDING Property 19: 4BD/3BA home on 9+ ac. in THE RANCH in Concan! Unique & Special property w/river access! Ag. Valuation.. $599,000 Property 24:Cute 3/2 brick home in town. Easy walk to shops, restaurants, library and the Frio! Circle drive + carport. $129,500 Property 26: RIVERFRONT home on 2+ acres. Beautiful, hill country modern design. High end finishes & appliances. $539,000 Property 27: 4BD/3.5BA home w/gorgeous views. 621 Catclaw Mtn. Rd. in Concan. Rental OK. Frio river access! $575,000 Property 32: 470 Middle Rd. in Rio Frio is a beautiful 10 ac.tract with 2BD/2BA rock home + guest quarters. MUST SEE $299,000 PENDING Property 38: 1137 Skylane North in Uvalde! Beautiful 3BD/ 2BA under old oaks! Close to schools. Numerous updates. $224,000 Property 41: Nice 52 acre place with a spacious 2BD/2BA home located halfway between Uvalde & Camp Wood. $295,000 REDUCED Property 42: 337 River House. 1.68 acs. with 3BD/2.5BA main home + 1/1 Gst. House! River front and POOL! $425,000 HUGE REDUCTION! Property 48: EXCELLENT location! Next to House Pasture in Concan. 3BD/3BA + lg. bunk room. New POOL! It RENTS! $420,000 REDUCED Property 65: 306 Walter White Rd. 3BD/2BA log home on 1 ac.

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Mr. Trujillo is right – and we can prepare students to solve these real-world problems by designing the pipeline that educates future computer science and STEM professionals to start at the middle school level. Earlier exposure to computer science education may inspire students to choose a STEM pathway in high school, and increase the quantity of locally-grown computer scientists we ultimately let loose into the workforce.

The intersection of mathematics and technology will continue to produce life changing advancements, and it is our responsibility to continue this trend. I am grateful for the teachers who participated in the training, and for the school districts that support them.

It is my hope that together we will educate the next generation of world-renown computer scientists right here in TX-23.

The following Schools participated in the program: Buena Vista ISD Buena Vista Secondary School D’Hanis ISD D’Hanis Secondary Devine ISD Devine High School Eagle Pass ISD CC Winn High School Memorial Junior High Fort Davis ISD Fort Davis Junior and Senior High Fort Hancock ISD Fort Hancock High School Knippa ISD Knippa Early College High School North East ISD Jose M. Lopez Middle School Design and Technology Academy Northside ISD John Folks Middle School Bernal Middle School Dolph Briscoe Middle School Hector Garcia Middle School Jordan Middle School Presidio ISD Lucy Rede Franco Middle School

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40 teachers in 16 school districts, impacting over 1,000 students San Antonio, which will expose over 1,000 students to computer science this coming year alone.

Six Northside ISD of San Antonio teachers who attended the training will reach over 500 students themselves, and the effort multiplies with each additional school year.

Tech companies including Dell, Intel, Facebook, and Brocade sponsored the cost of travel and tuition.

Coding lessons will be administered through a video game platform, which will allow students to interact with technology in a relatable way while learning critical mathematics concepts. “This curriculum will get students much more engaged because they can use a lot more visuals than they normally can. Now that everything is more technology-oriented, I believe these types of lessons will help motivate my students to continue to study computer science,” said Hector Diego, one of the participants in the training who teaches in Eagle Pass.

We need to add new computer science courses to the state-approved curriculum but this process could take years to be funded and approved. By integrating lessons into existing math courses, schools will be able to introduce students to computer science immediately.

“We’ve all been math teachers for years, and I think this training has opened our eyes to the need for combining the language, structure and discipline of computer science with subjects we’re already teaching in the classroom,” illustrated Ryan Trujillo of Socorro ISD. “It’s just a little adjustment we need in order to really prepare these students to use coding to tackle real problems. I think this is absolutely necessary for students today.”

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NEWProperty 07: 15 acres in Concan w/Hwy. 127 frontage.

Small hunter’s cabin. No utilities but elec. is close. $103,569 Property 10: 31.05 acres. Just off Hwy. 41 in far NW Real County. Fairview Ranch. Neat little hunting place! $99,360 Property 11: 800’ RIVERFRONT! Paradise on the FRIO. 27+ acs. Cute 2BD/1BA cottage ++ NO RESTRICTIONS $699,000 REDUCED Property 12: 5+ ac north of Leakey w/2400 sq. ft. metal bldg.

Hwy. frontage. Some elevation for great views. Ag. Exempt. $179,000 REDUCED Property 13: 67.4 acs. in Paint Creek Ranch. Teaming w/exotics, relatively flat, cabin w/elec. & rain harvest. NICE!! $185,000 Property 14: 30 acres. w/Hwy. 41 frontage in far NW Real County. Fairview Ranch. Neat little hunting place! Elec. avail. $105,000 PENDING Property 22: LIVE WATER ranch! 195 acs. w/both sides of Camp Wood Creek! 4BD/3.5BA home, 50x100 barn on slab.

Must see! $1.8M Property 25 : RR336 north of Leakey. 17+ acs. West prong of the Frio River on eastern boundary $222,000 Property 28: 10 AC of heavily treed hunting land. 9 mi. N of Leakey. Owners have access to park area w/spring fed pool! $35,000 Property 29 : 260 acs. +/- WILL DIVIDE Hwy. 337W frontage. Views for miles! $4250 per acre Property 30: 25 acs. at 350 Pvt. Rd. 3360 in Concan. Hunting ok. Generator powered well on property. Easy access. $109,000 PENDING Property 34: 71 ac. w/shipping container converted to a bunk room. Big views. Remote, no utilities. 4x4 needed. $190,000 PENDING Property 40: 17.6 acres w/Frio frontage! Close to Leakey.

Several building sites. Electricity nearby. $230,000 Property 46: Between Leakey & Camp Wood is 28+ ac. ready for hunting, camping and enjoying the views! Elec close. $98,000 REDUCED Property 51: 37.23 acres. w/Hwy. 41 frontage. Fairview Ranch.

Water well & electricity. Addtl. acreage available. $137,751 Property 60: 125 ac. west of Leakey on Hwy 337. Electricity on 2 sides. Frontage on highway and County Rd. $4,250 per acre Property 61: 20 acres. w/Hwy. 41 frontage in far NW Real County. Fairview Ranch. Neat little hunting place! Elec. avail. $70,000 Property 86: 26.69 acs. west of Leakey 6 miles. County Road frontage. Elec available. VIEWS! Rough to rolling terrain. $4,000 per acre

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Hurd on the Hill: Training the Next Generation of World-Renown Computer Scientists Coding is the language of the 21st Century economy, and if our kids can’t speak it, they’re going to be left behind.

I am not just referring to jobs at tech companies. Employers from HEB to Toyota are actively hiring tech professionals, at salaries significantly higher than the statewide average, to deal with everything from inventory and logistics to anti-hacking and privacy protection. I just heard about a cattle rancher from the San Antonio-area who has created an online marketplace, proving that even agriculture is following the digital trend.

As our traditional industries become more digitized, one common problem has become clear: we are not producing enough computer scientists to meet demand. This comes up over and over when I meet with employers across the 23rd Congressional District of Texas.

In 2015, an estimated 42,000 computing jobs went unfilled in Texas, yet only 2,100 computer scientists graduated from our universities. As a computer science graduate myself, I know there is much more we can do to increase our homegrown talent-pipeline for these types of jobs. This is why I worked with public and private sector members of our community to teach math teachers how to incorporate computer science lessons into their state-approved curriculum.

Thanks to the University of Texas Center for STEM Education and a non-profit teacher training organization called Bootstrap, last weekend, 40 middle and high school teachers from 16 school districts between San Antonio and Socorro attended the inaugural teacher training at Bexar BiblioTech in

golf course, House Pasture, Frio. Rentals OK!!! $89,000 Property 52: 5+ ac West of Leakey. Fronts on John Buchanan Rd. Bldg. site faces east and is ready to go! $52,500 Property 55: 1 acre lot in Valley Vista w/AMAZING views!

Underground electric & water at site. $44,500 Property 81-83: 1-9 ac. lots in Concan. You have to see these lots. All utilities and VIEWS for miles. $39,500--$49,500-$55,500

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Wednesday, April 5, 2017

O B I T U A R I E S Mike R. Butler

Keith Bradford

(August 3rd, 1948 - March 30th, 2017)

(July 10, 1927 - April 1, 2017)

Mike R. Butler, age 68, of Camp Wood, TX went to meet the Lord on March 30th, 2017 in San Antonio, TX. Mike was born in Odessa, Texas, on August 3rd, 1948.

Mike was preceded in death by his father, Bill M. Butler, mother, Edith O. Woody, and brother, Billy Anthony Butler (Tony). Those left to honor and cherish his memory are his son, Michael Shane Butler of Conroe, TX, and a niece, Martha King of League City. Mike was a one in a million whom never met a stranger and always left you with a memory. He will be greatly missed by family, friends, and the many individuals that crossed his path. Visitation will be held Thursday evening 4 to 7 p.m. at Nelson Funeral Chapel in Camp Wood.

Funeral Services will be Friday, April 7th 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at the House of Praise located on Hwy 55 in Barksdale and officiated by Brother Carroll. Graveside service will follow at the Garden of Memories Cemetery on Hwy 377 just east of Camp Wood. The family invites you to leave a condolence at www.nelsonfuneralhomes.net Arrangements are under the personal care of Nelson Funeral Home of Camp Wood, Texas.

Keith Bradford left his earthly home to be with his Lord and Savior, on April 1, 2017. He passed from this life peacefully in the care of Vistas Hospice in San Antonio, Texas. Keith was born in Rocksprings, Texas on July 10, 1927 to Hal and Jewel (Hopkins) Bradford and spent the majority of his 89 years in Edwards County in the ranch business. He loved livestock, wildlife and was an avid football and basketball fan. He also loved a game of chance of most any kind. He will be missed by family and friends.

Keith is survived by his son Zeke Bradford and wife Georga of Del Rio, grandson Keith Bradford and wife Lauren of Del Rio, sister Shirley Ross of Hot Springs, Ar., great-grandchildren Hannah and Lili Bradford of McAllen and Walker Hal Bradford of Del Rio, step daughter Tammy Whitworth and her children Tiffany and Chad all of Rocksprings. Memorial Service will be at the Rocksprings Cemetery on Wednesday, April 12, 2017 at 10 a.m. Arrangements are under the personal care of Nelson Funeral Home of Rocksprings, Texas. The family invites you to leave a condolence at www.nelsonfuneralhomes.net

The presence of faith within community The idea of faith within any community usually leads to thoughts about various types of churches and this can definitely be a part of it, however, if we step back and observe the larger picture we notice that faith is more of an overall spiritual presence than just the local assemblies themselves. We realize there is a huge difference between being religious and spiritual and this has everything to do with how we connect with God and society. The Christian evangelical emphasis is based on the great commission which involves allowing the light of Christ to shine as we associate with those who are watching. Though many have yet to embrace their spiritual mission, the needs are great and there is no shortage of opportunities to become involved. For the follower of Christ, we are given the responsibility to develop a genuine lifestyle of sensitivity and there is no greater environment to become a walking, breathing lighthouse of love and concern than in our local community.

One definition of community according to Merriam Webster is: “a feeling of fellowship with others as a result of sharing common attitudes,

interests, and goals.” This allows us to develop lifelong connections with neighbors, co-workers, friends, church members and businesses that can evolve into lasting relationships. Especially within the smaller communities, this concept can be preserved by caring parents and concerned individuals that are not afraid to roll up their sleeves and become actively involved so that future generations can continue to enjoy a sense of belonging.

In the 1830’s the young French nobleman, Alexis de Tocqueville traveled throughout the United States carefully observing its people and institutions. When explaining the success of America’s democratic republic to his countrymen, he commented at length about the critical role played by America’s religious devotion. He observed that spirituality was essential to forming this nation’s political convictions and I can see why. Those who genuinely walk with God are called to be a spiritual witness and testimony everywhere they go as well as being a practical asset providing stability, trust and integrity. With the stress of social correctness, we need the sincerity of sound spiritual wisdom along with

moral demonstrations of God’s character now more than ever.

In 2006 and 2007, Robert Putham of Harvard and David Campbell of Notre Dame also surveyed a large and representative sample of Americans about the role of faith in their lives.

One of the unique contributions of their research discovered that behaviors, attitudes and beliefs of those who are considered people of faith are more likely to give their time and financial support to both religious and non-religious causes.

They also concluded with what George Washington declared in his farewell address, that “of all the dispositions and habits which lead to political prosperity, religion and morality are indispensable supports.” When discussing how Christians should participate in socially responsible ways, active faith is clearly just as vital for maintaining community today as it was when the Pilgrims and Puritans arrived.

Since the foundation of love begins with God and family, we can agree the vision of community is to allow the character and compassion of Jesus to overflow into good works unto all people. This type of faith is not about denomi-

nations or a particular religious dogma, but it’s more centered on an innocent enthusiasm to cooperate with others in order to live in peace.

When people are committed to following God’s directives they will not be able to ignore the needs of those around them, thus, when followers of Christ reach out to embrace community, everyone benefits. Community faith is about individuals who feel an accountability to step out beyond the walls of the organized church and interact with the world that surrounds the church. Christians were never called to be spectators – they are equipped and empowered to be participators! Social religion talks about the cross while the true disciple of Jesus is identified with what it means. In fact, all people within God’s Kingdom should be excited for the challenge to openly live what they believe and be included within society as an optimistic ingredient of faith, love and hope.

Dr. Holland lives in Central Kentucky with his wife Cheryl, where he is a Christian author and community outreach chaplain. Request a free copy of his new CD at: billyhollandministries.c om

Bible Facts - Amos the “Sheepbreeder” Prophet Our historical timeline helps us to focus our attention on the next prophet in line as we count down the years toward Israel’s (both northern and southern tribes) return to Jerusalem in the years between 536 and 444 BC. {There was a three-stage return to the Promised Land as the restored nation prepares to meet the ‘Anointed One’ sent from the Father - CG.} The time of Amos’ writing is given in the first verse of his book: “in the days of Uzziah king of Judah, and in the days of Jeroboam the son of Joash, king of Israel” (Amos 1:1). This “Jeroboam” is NOT the Jeroboam that reigned over the 10 northern tribes when the nation of Israel divided in the year 931 BC. This “son of Joash” reigned from about 786 - 746 BC during the reigns of King Amaziah and King Azariah {called Uzziah in 2 Chronicles 26:1} of Judah (2 Kings 14). {Amos uses the name Uzziah here in his book also.} Since these kings reigned many decades: Jeroboam - 41 years (2 Kings 14:23); and Azariah {Uzziah - 2 Chron. 26} - 52 years (2 Kings 15:2) Amos also adds “two years before the earthquake” (Amos 1:1c) to be more specific as to the time that he worked as a prophet. {Unfortunately, we can find no specific date of this ‘earthquake’ but it probably meant a lot to the readers of Amos’ day. - CG} Amos’ prophesy was that “which he saw concerning Israel” (Amos 1:1) {which are the

St. Raymond Catholic Church 2nd and Mountain St. P O Box 989 Leakey, TX 78873 830.232.5852 Mass: 5:30pm Saturday 6:00 pm 1st and 3rd Wednesdays Parish Priest Fr. Adrian Adamik Rectory: 830.683.2165 St. Mary Catholic Church Hwy 187 Vanderpool, TX Mass: 9:00am Sunday Contact:830.966.6268

Time of the Writing Prophets 10 Northern Tribes “Israel” 1043 BC King Saul

1004 BC King David

971 BC King Solomon

931 BC Divided Kingdom

Obadiah (845?)

Joel (830?)

Jonah (780)

Amos Hosea Isaiah Micah

(760-750) (750-725) (740-690) (735-700)

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Evening Worship: 6:00pm Wednesday Bible Study: 7:00pm Preacher: Charlie Gant 830.232.4230 Frio Canyon Baptist Church Pastor Michael Howard Hwy 83 South Leakey, TX (830) 232-5883 Sunday School: 9:45am Worship Service: 11:00am Evening Worship: 6:00pm Wed. Prayer: 6:30pm

Sacred Heart of Mary Catholic Church 401 N Hwy 377 P O Box 877 Rocksprings, TX 78880 830.683.2165 Mass: 9:00am Sunday Reál County Church 121 Oak Hill Ste. 4 Leakey, Texas Sunday School: 10:00am Worship: 11:00am

Living Waters Church Hwy 1050 Utopia, TX 830.966.2426 Sunday School: 9:30 am Worship: 10:30 am

Wednesday: 7:00pm Youth Alive: Saturday 7:00pm Youth Pastor James Jones Pastor Dr. Robert Richarz

830.232.6933 Sunday School: 10:00am Come and Worship: 10:45am Evening: 6:00pm Wednesday: 7:00pm

Church in the Valley Hwy 83 Leakey, TX 78873 830.232.6090 Pastor Ray Miller Sunday School: 9:45am Worship: 10:45am Childrens Church 11 Evening: 6:00pm Wed. Service 6:30 Fellowship (2nd & 4th) 7:00pm Spanish Service Sat. 6:00pm

Concan Church of Christ Hwy 83 Concan 830.232.4058 Ministers: Paul Goodnight and Ray Melton Sunday School: 10:00am Com and Worship: 11:00am Evening: 6:00pm Wednesday: 7:00pm

New Fellowship Church Hwy 337 & Camino Alto Leakey, TX 830.232.4287 Sunday School: 9:45am Pastor: Greg Mutchler Sunday School 9:45 a.m.

Worship 10:45 a.m.

Evening 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday Service and Youth 6:30 p.m.

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722 BC Assyrian Captivity

2 Southern Tribes “Judah” w/ Benjamin

10 northern tribes ruled over by Jeroboam II (as he’ll be referred to from this point onward). It is very interesting that God’s message through Amos includes prophecies against six of Israel’s Gentile neighbors and against Judah before he starts speaking to Israel herself (Amos 1:3 - 2: 5). The word play “For three transgressions… and for four” (Amos 1:3, 6, 9, 11, 13; 2:1, 4, 6) is probably used to signify that God’s patience has run out. He could have punished them for three transgressions but He waited for one more before His patience ran out {I believe - CG}.

It is also interesting to note that the Gentile nations are condemned for their cruelty toward others whereas Judah and Israel are condemned for violating the Law of the Lord and for idolatry.

First Baptist Church P O Box 56 Hwy 83N Leakey, TX Pastor: Mark Spaniel Bible Study: 10:00am Worship: 11:00am Evening Worship: 6:00pm Wednesday Prayer: 7:00pm Mon-Fri Daily Prayer 11:00am 830.232.5344

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(Amos 4:6); a drought - they didn’t return to Him (Amos 4:7-8); crop failure - they didn’t return to Him (Amos 4:9); plague and punishment - they didn’t return to Him (Amos 4: 10-11); so He finally tells them “Prepare to meet your God, O Israel” (Amos 4:12).

God promised punishment and captivity to Israel because they worshipped at Bethel instead of Jerusalem. God abhorred their offerings (Amos 5:21-23). God even relented after starting punishment twice (Amos 7:1-6). And He even promised to save a remnant (Amos 9: 8).

God would even restore the glory of David again. The New Testament writers tell us that the restoration of the “tabernacle of David” was accomplished in the first century AD when the Gentiles entered the kingdom of Christ (Amos 9:11-12 cf Acts 15:15-18). These things were prophesied to the 10 northern tribes about 750 BC and they went into Assyrian captivity about 722 BC. Amos’ prophetic ministry was relatively short yet we can even learn things about God’s mercy, patience and expectations for His people - in our time (Romans 15:4).

Thanks Contact me: Charlie Gant, P.O. Box 837, Leakey, TX 78873. Text to: 979 743-1066; email: charliegant@hotmail.com

Concan Baptist Mission Hwy 83 Concan, TX Worship: 9:30am Sunday School: 10:30am Evening Worship: 6:00pm Wednesday Bible Study: 6:00pm Pastor Willis Adair Cowboy Church in the Nueces River Canyon HWY 55 N @ Angel Wings Cafe’ PO Box 158 Barksdale, TX 78828 (830) 234-3180 or 2345170

Nahum Zephaniah Jeremiah Habakkuk Daniel Ezekiel

586 BC Return from Captivity 597 BC 536 458 444 BC 606 BC Ezra Nehemiah Babylonian Zerubbabel Captivity

(650-612) (635-625) (626-586) (610-606) (605-534) (592-570)

Zechariah Haggai Esther Ezra Nehemiah Malachi

4 BC Jesus born

(520) (520) (483?)

(458) (444) (445-432)

God’s condemnation of Israel begins in chapter two and verse six. Several times the Lord reminds Israel of the great things that He has done for them: destroyed their enemies before them (Amos 2:9); brought them out of Egypt (Amos 2:10) and even raised up prophets from their sons and raised up some sons to be Nazarites {see Numbers 6:2-8}(Amos 2:11). But the people didn’t want these holy ones! “But you gave the Nazirites wine to drink, and commanded the prophets saying, do not prophesy!”

(Amos 2:12).

It is also profitable for us to realize that the Lord brings on hardships and difficulties as a way to provoke His people to return to Him. He caused a shortage of bread - they didn’t return to Him

5th Sunday 6:30 pm and Every Tuesday @ 6:30 pm United Methodist Church P O Box 417 419 N. Market Leakey, TX 78873 830.232.6266 Pastor: Rev. Walter Prescher Adult Sunday School: 9:30 am Worship: 11:00 am Children’s Church: 11:10 am Wednesday: 5:30 pm,

Youth Group, Grades 7-12 Mt. Home Divide Chapel Hwy. 41 (near YO gate) 121 Divide School Rd. 640-3307 2nd Sun: 2:30 p.m.

Wed.: 11a.m. Bible Study

Reagan Wells Baptist Church 8415 Ranch Road 1051 830-232-5504 Pastor: Mark Moore Sunday School: 9:45 am Sunday Services: 10:50 am & 6:00 pm Wednesday Service: 7:00 pm

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NORTH KOREA—Trump will meet China’s president Xi Jinping (left) on Thursday, while he said the United States will “solve” the nuclear threat from North Korea, with or without China’s help. “If China is not going to solve North Korea, we will. That is all I am telling you,” he said in an interview with UK paper Financial Times. Pressed on whether he thought he could succeed alone, he replied: “Totally.” Mr Trump was speaking ahead of a scheduled visit from Chinese President Xi Jinping this week.

“China has great influence over North Korea. And China will either decide to help us with North Korea, or they won’t. And if they do that will be very good for China, and if they don’t it won’t be good for anyone,” Mr Trump told the FT. Asked if he meant “oneon-one” unilateral action, Mr Trump said: “I don’t have to say any more. Totally.”

MOCOA COLUMBIA—Desperate search for Colombian flood survivors; death toll reaches 200 Residents and rescuers resumed the desperate search for survivors Sunday in the Colombian city of Mocoa, one day after surging rivers drove a wall of water and debris through the city, killing at least 200 people and injuring 200 more.

Scores of people remained missing amid the vast sea of mud, debris and destruction, Colombia President Juan Manuel Santos said. He tweeted Sunday that he would help lead the effort to restore water service and power to the devastated area.

The tragedy was triggered by a deluge that dumped 5 inches of rain on the region Friday night, about half the amount of rain the region normally gets for the entire month of March, Santos said. Early Saturday, the Mocoa River and its tributaries overwhelmed their banks. Santos blamed climate change for disaster.

ATLANTA—Interstate 85 collapses in massive fire in Atlanta. A massive fire caused a portion of heavily traveled Interstate 85 to collapse in northeast Atlanta Thursday evening. There were no deaths or injuries in the explosion and fire, but the bridge collapse Thursday severed the vital roadway that runs north-south through downtown Atlanta. The interstate carries 250,000 vehicles daily, Georgia transportation commissioner Russell McMurry told USA TODAY. A homeless man charged with setting the fire was smoking crack cocaine at the time, a court document indicated Saturday. Basil Eleby, 39, was arraigned on charges of first-degree arson and criminal damage to property. Eleby, who has a string of previous drug and assault arrests, according to Fulton County jail records, was held on $200,000 bond.

CHICAGO—Chicago Police charge 14year-old boy in Facebook Live gang rape.

Police on Saturday charged a 14-year-old boy for his role in an alleged gang rape of a 15-year-old girl last month that was streamed on Facebook Live. The boy, whose named was not released by police because of his age, was charged with aggravated criminal assault, manufacturing of child pornography, and dissemination of child pornography, according to Chicago Police spokesman Anthony Guglielimi. The video, which has been removed from Facebook, was viewed by dozens of people, but no one called authorities.

FORD—Ford recalling 52,000 trucks because they may move in park! Ford

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By Elaine Padgett Carnegie

Motor says it will recall 52,000 F-250 trucks over concerns the vehicles could move while in park. In a statement, Ford is advising owners of the 6.2-liter models of the F-250 to use their parking brake at all times to keep the vehicle from moving. “A damaged park rod actuating plate might not achieve mechanical park within the automatic transmission after the driver moves the shift lever to park,” reads a statement from Ford. If the

the trailer, flipped it and tore its side off,” Higgins said. Alexander’s dad had gone to the grocery store just before the storm occurred and arrived back home to find Gotch and his daughter dead, witnesses told KLFY-TV. Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards put the entire state on “high alert” and urged residents to stay off the roads. He told people that their cellphones should be charged and close by so they can receive urgent weather alerts through Monday.

CHECHNYA—The Chechen Government Is Reportedly Kidnapping And Murdering Gay Men But the Chechen government denies that gay men even exist in Chechnya. “You cannot arrest or repress people who just don’t exist in the republic,” a spokesman told Interfax.

Local authorities in Chechnya are behind the disappearance of more than 100 gay men from across the Muslim majority republic, a Russian newspaper reported on Saturday. The revelation came from Novaya Gazeta, a privately-owned newspaper known for its investigations. An atmosphere of anti-gay feeling has been stewing in Chechnya since early March.

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LOUISIANA—A mother and her 3-yearold daughter were killed in Louisiana Sunday morning when high winds flipped their mobile home off its foundation.

Francine Gotch, 38, and her daughter, Neville Alexander, were inside the trailer when the storm hit the rural community of Breaux Bridge, about 50 miles west of Baton Rouge, St. Martin Parish Sheriff’s Office Maj. Ginny Higgins said. “It hit

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By Elaine Padgett Carnegie

Easter is a wonderful time of year…It’s Spring and the new season is beginning. It’s green outside and the air is fresh! We are blessed one and all! Here are some old favorites and some new ideas for Easter Dinner. Happy Easter everyone!

Tangy Honey Glazed Ham

1 (10 pound) fully-cooked, bone-in ham 1 1/4 cups packed dark brown sugar 1/3 cup pineapple juice 1/3 cup honey 1/3 large orange, juiced and zested 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Place ham in a roasting pan.

In a small saucepan, combine brown sugar, pineapple juice, honey, orange juice, orange zest, Dijon mustard, and ground cloves. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for 5 to 10 minutes. Set aside.

Bake ham in preheated oven uncovered for 2 hours. Remove ham from oven, and brush with glaze.

Bake for an additional 30 to 45 minutes, brushing ham with glaze every 10 minutes.

Classic Savory Deviled Eggs 6 hard-cooked eggs, halved 1/4 cup mayonnaise 1 teaspoon rice wine vinegar 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh dill 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 1/8 teaspoon salt 12 sprigs fresh dill (optional) Scoop egg yolks into a bowl and set egg whites aside. Mash yolks, mayonnaise, vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon chopped dill, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and salt. Spoon yolk mixture into egg whites. Garnish with dill sprigs. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

Creamy Au Gratin Potatoes

4 russet potatoes, sliced into 1/4 inch slices 1 onion, sliced into rings salt and pepper to taste 3 tablespoons butter 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 cups milk 1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Butter a 1 quart casserole dish. Layer 1/2 of the potatoes into bottom of the prepared casserole dish. Top with the onion slices, and add the remaining potatoes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. In a medium-size saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Mix in the flour and salt, and stir constantly with a whisk for one minute. Stir in milk. Cook until mixture has thickened. Stir in cheese all at once, and continue stirring until melted, about 30 to 60 seconds. Pour cheese over the potatoes, and cover the dish with aluminum foil. Bake 1 1/2 hours in the preheated oven.

Braided Easter Egg Bread

“This decorative Easter bread has whole eggs baked into it! Do not cook the whole eggs, as they will bake at the same time that the bread does. The eggs can also be dyed for extra color.”

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, divided 1/4 cup white sugar 1 teaspoon salt 1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast 2/3 cup milk 2 tablespoons butter 2 eggs 5 whole eggs, dyed if desired 2 tablespoons butter, melted In a large bowl, combine 1 cup flour, sugar, salt and yeast; stir well. Combine milk and butter in a small saucepan; heat until milk is warm and butter is softened but not melted.

Gradually add the milk and butter to the flour mixture; stirring constantly. Add two eggs and 1/2 cup flour; beat well. Add the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, stirring well after each addition.

When the dough has pulled together, turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 8 minutes. Lightly oil a large bowl, place the dough in the bowl and turn to coat with oil. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place until doubled in volume,

about 1 hour. Deflate the dough and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Divide the dough into two equal size rounds; cover and let rest for 10 minutes. Roll each round into a long roll about 36 inches long and 1 1/2 inches thick. Using the two long pieces of dough, form a loosely braided ring, leaving spaces for the five colored eggs. Seal the ends of the ring together and use your fingers to slide the eggs between the braids of dough. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place loaf on a buttered baking sheet and cover loosely with a damp towel. Place loaf in a warm place and let rise until doubled in bulk, about 45 minutes. Brush risen loaf with melted butter. Bake in preheated oven for 50 to 55 minutes, or until golden.

Rainbow Citrus Cake

3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 5 teaspoons baking powder 1 teaspoon salt 3/4 cup shortening 2 1/4 cups white sugar 4 eggs, room temperature 1 1/2 cups milk 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest 2 teaspoons grated orange zest 2 teaspoons grated lime zest 2 drops yellow food coloring 2 drops orange food coloring 2 drops green food coloring 1 recipe Lemon Custard Filling

Orange Cream Frosting

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour three 9-inch pans. Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside. In a large bowl, cream together the shortening and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing until each egg is incorporated; stir in the vanilla. Beat in the flour mixture alternately with the milk. Divide batter into 3 bowls.

In the first bowl, stir in lemon zest and yellow food coloring; pour into prepared pan. In the second bowl, stir in orange zest and orange food coloring; pour into second prepared pan. In the last bowl, stir in the lime zest and green food coloring; pour into third prepared pan. Bake in the preheated oven until a toothpick inserted into the center of each cake layer comes out clean, about 30 minutes.

Let cool in pan for 5 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack and cool completely. Assemble the cake: stack the layers together with the Lemon Filling* in between the layers. Frost sides and top with Orange Cream Frosting*. Refrigerate until serving.

Lemon Custard Filling

1/2 cup white sugar 1/4 cup cornstarch 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 egg yolks 3/4 cup water 1/3 cup lemon juice 2 tablespoons butter. In a large saucepan or double boiler combine sugar, cornstarch and salt.

Mix well. Beat the egg yolks and water together, then whisk into sugar mixture. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture is thickened. Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice and butter. Cover with plastic wrap until completely cooled.

Orange Cream Frosting

1/2 cup butter, softened 3 1/2 cups confectioners’ sugar 1 pinch salt 2 tablespoons orange juice 2 tablespoons light corn syrup 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 2 drops orange food coloring In a large bowl, beat softened butter, confectioners’ sugar and salt until smooth. Add orange juice, corn syrup and vanilla. Beat until smooth and creamy. Tint with orange food coloring.

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AN EASTER FARM YARD Farm Animal Eggs-This farm scene’s cuteness level is off the scale. Get the kids and round up the supplies and add a new dimension to Easter Egg Coloring this year! These are so cute that I had to share this week to give you enough time to prepare for Easter!

All you need is: – boiled eggs or (blown out) – tissue paper in light blue and pink– felt in red, orange and white– pink foam rubber– pipe cleaners in white– white tiny pompoms, scissors– hot glue– black permanent marker, pink pen. Egg dye. Cut out the shapes you need and assemble the animals. Here’s a list what you need for each animal and if you want, you can let the kids decide what they want to make and assemble the parts for them to do it, however, you will have to supervise the hot glue gun: For the sheep:Brown egg. 2 short pieces of pipe cleaner,pompoms, 2 felt ears, 1 piece of pipe cleaner at very short Fold the two longer pipe cleaners into a V and stick them at the bottom of the egg. They make the legs. Make sure your future sheep will be able to stand. Attach the pompoms around the whole body and leave a little of the egg free at the peak to create its face. Stick the ears left and right alongside its head and paint eyes and nose. Stick the smaller pipe cleaner into the whole at the other end to make its tail.

For the pigs: 1 brown egg, 2 pipe cleaner at 3 cm length colored pink, 1 circle out of pink foam rubber, a tail twisted out of a 4 cm

long pink tissue paper stripe, 2 ears out of pink tissue paper. Fold the two longer pipe cleaners into a V and stick them at the bottom of the egg. Attach the foam rubber to the front and the ears to the top of the egg. Place the tail in the hole on the back and voilá! Piglets out of quail eggs (or smaller pink plastic eggs from the store) Even more adorable!

For the hens: 2 white eggs, 1 brown egg, orange felt beaks, red felt combs, 1 pair of orange felt feet, Stick the comb on top of both eggs over the holes or hot glue and the beak at the front. One egg gets the feet while the other can be sitting in a 1/2 egg shell, dyed or not. Draw some eyes on top and it’s done!

For the rabbit: 1 white egg, 1 pair of ears out of white felt, 1 set of teeth out of white felt, 4 pieces of white thread at the length of 1 cm 1 small white pompom 1 set of feet out of white felt. Paint with the pink pen the insides of the rabbit ears. Stick them to the top of the egg and the feet to the bottom. For the face paint a pink dot for the nose and 2 black dots as eyes. Attach the thread as whiskers and the pompom at the back as tails.

That’s all.

For the bird: a blue egg a beak out of orange felt 2 wings out of blue tissue paper. Place the beak on top of the egg and paint the eyes. Stick the wings to the side and the bird’s finished. What other animals can you think off? Am I missing one? Have Fun!

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Some plants, such as passionflowers, twine around posts by sending out tendrils, while the whole stem of other plants, such as honeysuckle, winds around posts and beams. I have decided on wisteria and honeysuckle for the arch and for the garden fence which will run just a short distance cutting the edge of my property from the subdivision easement, alternating bush roses and gardenias, for cover and variety of foliage, and the scent.

Then there are the border areas…this is what I’m thinking… as gardeners we can attract beneficial insects like ladybugs, lacewings, ground beetles and other insects that feed on pests — simply by planting certain flowers. So I researched plants that are both highly ornamental and effective in attracting and sheltering beneficials, and are good for preserving. To get energy to search for their prey, or to reproduce, many beneficial insects feed on nectar (for carbohydrates) and pollen (for protein) from flowering plants. Researchers are discovering that some flowers are much better sources of nectar and pollen to sustain beneficial insects than others, and as an added bonus, many of the nectar sipping/pest-eating insects that are attracted to flower pollen will also pollinate your fruit and vegetable crops and increase your yields. Here is what I found: Bachelor’s Buttons or Cornflower (Centaurea cyanus) This beautiful blue wildflower has extrafloral nectaries, which means the plant’s leaves release nectar even when the flowers are not blooming. Research in Germany has found that bachelor button nectar has a very high sugar content of 75 percent. This nectar is highly attractive to flower flies, ladybugs, lacewings, and beneficial wasps. Sow easy-to-grow bachelor’s buttons seeds directly in the garden in fall or early spring; plants usually reseed energetically.

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Golden Marguerite (Anthemis tinctoria) This long-blooming perennial produces bright yellow 2 inch daisies that are highly attractive to five key kinds of beneficials—ladybugs, lacewings, flower flies, tachinid flies and mini-wasps. It was the only plant out of 170 species to score this well in a 3-year study at botanical gardens in Colorado and Wyoming. Golden marguerite thrives in poor soils, growing 2 to 3 feet high and wide. Deadhead (remove spent flowers) to promote rebloom, and divide plants every 2 to 3 years.

Strawflowers One of the most curious flowers I’ve grown are strawflowers. Even while they’re still attached to the plant, it looks as if the plant has bloomed colored paper in the shape of petals. Strawflowers are fabulously charming in small glass vases lining a windowsill.

Now, how to harvest and preserve those bloom! The best time to harvest (cut and gather) your everlastings is in the morning before the blossoms have fully opened, but after the dew has dried.

Taking them while they’re only partially in bloom is best because they continue to open as they dry. Choose the flowers or seed pods that are as close to perfect looking as possible because flaws such as insect attacks become more obvious once they’ve dried. Cut the flowers close to base of the plant to keep as long a stem as possible.

There are many ways to create dried flowers, but the old-fashioned hanging way works pretty darn well and is the easiest and least expensive.

Other drying methods include using desiccants like silica gel (which is actually the best for retaining color) and microwave drying as well, which includes having water in the microwave along with the flowers.

For the hang-drying method, just pull off the leaves (unless you think the leaves will dry nicely) and tie them in small bunches with a rubber band at the bottom of the stems. Next, find a dry, warm place to hang the flower bunches. Your garage, attic, spare room, garden shed, or even a closet will do.

Be sure to hang them so that the flower bunches don’t touch each other while they’re drying. Some everlasting dry perfectly well when placed upright to dry; this approach works for Chinese Lanterns, Poppy seed heads, and Baby’s Breath. Just place them in jars, vases, or cans. It usually takes about 5 to 6 weeks for the flower bunches to dry.

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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

FOR SALE Solar System $1500, almost new; 1550 gallon Water Tank, barely used, $400, call Kevin 713.449.1411 LAND FOR SALE: Uvalde County 20 acres of hunting land atop a hill, 4 mi west of Montel, Tx. 4 wheel drive transportation a must $20,000 call 210-454-9000

FOR SALE 2005 Dakota Pickup, A/C, Am-Fm, Disc 176k miles $4,500 Call 830-232-5219 or 830-374-6164

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

FOR RENT

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Seven Bluff Cabins is currently hiring housekeepers for the 2017 summer season, starting May 15, 2017 through Labor Day. Please call (830) 232-5260, or pick up an employment application at 4251 County Road 348, Concan, TX. Help wanted...Leakey area. Part time and full time positions available. Looking for reliable, responsible, hard working team player. Must have own transportation. Call for details. 830-232-4388

WANTED Disabled Veteran seeks place to kill a turkey, deer (or Axis), and/or to fish from time to time. Call Charlie Gant (979) 7431066.

Looking for a vehicle in good shape with cash price. Text or call 936.641.3398.?

WANTED 1956 or older car or pickup (prefer pickup) in running condition. Call: 830-739-3937

Handmake Copper pots with Lids Skittles teapots all tinned for use.

Handmade Copper servicers with lids one round one oval tinned.

Turkish Copper Samovar, Russian Brass Samovar.

Many handmade copper & brass articles to list Grand Father Farmer’s Clock 7`6”, German made around 1890 purchased in Egypt.

Antique Wall Clocks Brass/marble candle holder 24” tall Egyptian lunch box 3 Bedroom sets, 1 regular 1 Queen 1 King, Living room furniture Sofa 2 chairs coffee table, 2 end tables, 2 Lamps, 4 recliners 1 Dining room table and with 6 chairs , 1 dining table round with 4 chairs, 1 china cabinet, 1 Antique Dry Sink with mirror, 1 Antique hall tree with mirror.

Too many items to list Estate Sale Pending Lawn mowers, 1 rider, Tractor Ford 8N with shedder and blade.

Radial arm saw, table saw, many tools Estate sale Pending Call 830 734 7925, 830 232 4183 for information and appointment

APARTMENT FOR RENT 2 BEDROOM 1 BATH, WATER AND SEWER INCLUDED, CONVENIENTLY LOCATED IN LEAKEY, TEXAS CALL 830-591-3479

SERVICES Decor Unlimited and the Stained Glass Barn is located on the north east corner of South Pickford Street and West May Avenue in Sabinal.

For traditional stained glass art, custom orders, restorations, and repairs, contact owner/ operator Kathy Miskimen at 915-490-0788.

Handy Man, Carpenter, Frame, Paint, Roofing, Sheetrock. Hang Ceiling Fans, Light Fixtures, Toilets. 20 Years Experience. Please Call 830-928-2043 If you are looking for a pet sitter/Housesitter while you are out for the night or weekend? Or week? Then I will be there for you. Call 830-328-4983. Only available for weekends and holiday weeks

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DEADLINE MONDAY 5:00 p.m.

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FULL TIME REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONALS Exposure is what it’s all about, Properties that we market are placed in a total of 5 multiple listing systems, including San Antonio, Midland/Odessa, Kerrville, Uvalde, and Del Rio. No one else gets your property exposed the way we do. If you seriously want to sell your property, we will seriously get it exposed! Call us today! We Sell Service!

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 NEW LISTING!! 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! 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.

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 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. Walking distance to the river, 3 bedrooms, 3 bath, vaulted ceiling and wrap around porch. $329,900.

Dub Suttle GRI - Broker Kathy Suttle GRI, - Associate Broker Fred McNiel GRI, - Associate Sterlin Boyce - Associate Doug Smith - Associate COME BY FOR ONE OF OUR COMPLETE LISTS OF PROPERTIES, CHECK US OUT ON THE WEBSITE OR SCAN THE QR CODE BELOW WITH YOUR SMARTPHONE!

1260 S US Hwy 83, Leakey, Tx. 1/2 mile south of Leakey city limits on US Hwy 83 830-232-5242 www.SuttleandCompany.com

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Marilyn’s

In the old Legion Hall 4,000 square feet!

Wed-Sat 10:00-5:00 Camp Wood 597-6400

WE HAVE A GREAT SELECTION AND GREAT PRICES!

BAR STOOLS * MATTRESSES * SOFAS * RECLINERS

Utopia Golf Rates Per Person Rate (all prices are before tax) 9 Holes/ 18 Holes Weekday $12 / $17 Weekday Seniors/Juniors $10/ $15 Weekend $15/ $20 Cart Rental $10/ $10

Driving Range: Bucket of balls $5. Utopia Golf memberships are also available.

For more information, contact us at 830-966-5577.

Directions to Utopia Golf Course

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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BBQ, Specialty Meats, Prepared Foods, Fresh Produce, Beer/Wine, Picnic, Gifts, Fuel, Deer Corn/Feed, Hunting/Fishing License, Cold Storage

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830-232-6299 Hours: M-T 7a.m. - 8p.m.

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2017 Don't Mess with Real County, Texas Trash-Off

FRESH START DECORATING CENTER

On April 8, 2017 volunteers throughout Texas will remove litter from roadsides, city parks, school yards, neighborhoods, and waterways during the state’s single largest one-day cleanup event. Keep It Real-ly Beautiful (KIRB), the local affiliate of Keep Texas Beautiful, invites you to participate by “adopting” an area to clean around your street, neighborhood, ranch, school, or favorite park. One block or one mile, it all adds up and makes a difference in our community. And remember, if your “trash” includes #1 plastic, aluminum cans, or clean cardboard, it can be recycled right here in Leakey!

215 N. Getty, Uvalde, Tx.

830-591-2324

• Carpet • Paint • Tile • Window Treatments • Vinyl Flooring *mention this ad for 10% off non sale items

We’d love to know what you’ve accomplished. After the clean up on April 8, please send us an email at keepitreallybeautiful@gmail.com and let us know who you are and what area you have cleaned. We’ll consolidate the list and post a community “Thank You” on the KIRB Facebook page and in the Hill Country Herald!

Call today for a Free Estimate!!

TRITRI-CANYON CANYONBRANCH BRANCH

410 S. HWY. 83 LEAKEY, TEXAS 830.232.4553

CHICKEN EARL’S IS OPEN!!

TUESDAY AND FRIDAY OPEN FROM 11 a.m. until sold out!!

WE TREAT OUR CUSTOMERS LIKE NEIGHBORS BECAUSE THEY ARE

HWY 83 SOUTH, LEAKEY TEXAS

The Hondo National Bank will be closing early in observance of Good Friday Friday April 14 , 2016 @ 12:00 pm

Office Hours-Lobby Mon-Thu 9:00 to 3:00 Fri 9:00 to 4:30 Office Hours-Drive-Thru Mon-Fri 9:00 to 4:30 Sat 9:00 to 12:00 Drive-Up ATM Located at Branch

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