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A LETTER FROM REAL COUNTY SHERIFF To the citizens of Real County: After almost four months serving as your sheriff I believe we have made significant strides in our efforts to serve the public in our three most important tasks: Protect Life and Property, Keep the Peace, and Enforce the Law. We have cut our warrant list by more than half, going from four typed pages of outstanding warrants to now having a page and a half. We have begun to implement strategies and policies both internally and externally that will make our agency more productive for the citizens of Real County. We are working well
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REAL COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE WANTED PERSONS AND FUGITIVES
New Staff at Leakey ISD
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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
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by Dr. Barbara Skipper, Superintendent, Leakey ISD
in Kinesiology from Sam Houston State University. Joining Coach Stacey as Offensive Coordinator is Gared Chandler, formerly of Poth ISD, who has a Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology and Physical Education from Texas A&M Corpus Christi and a Master’s in Administration from Lamar University in Beaumont. Other teachers include Esmeralda Ruiz who recently graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree from Sul Ross University majoring in Spanish. Rachel Marlin is joining the staff as an additional 5th grade teacher and has a Bachelor’s Degree in Behavioral Science from Hardin Simmons University. Charlie Orr is joining
the staff in special education with a BBA in Business Administration and Special Education All Level Certification. Last, the district has hired LVN, Angela Downum, to serve the campus as school nurse this year. Half of these individuals already leave in and around Leakey. The others moved here over the summer. When you see them, give them a big Leakey Welcome! On August 17 the Booster Club and PTO at 6:30 PM in the Leakey Cafetorium will have their yearly Meet-the-Eagles Event where the staff members will be introduced!
by Julie Becker
Rachel Hanson, Chief Executive Officer of Community Health Development, Inc. (CHDI) made a presentation to the Real County Commissioners at their monthly meeting this week with a proclamation for National Health Center Week, August 13-19. Hanson was accompanied by Christopher Farwell, the new PA at Rolling Hills in Leakey, and longtime director Anita Shackelford. In other business Commissioners voted against a Burn Ban this month. Commissioners Joe Connell, Jr. and Raymon Ybarra voted in favor of a burn ban citing continuing dry conditions, while Commissioners Manuel Rubio and Bryan Shackelford voted against, casting the deciding vote, Real County Judge Garry Merritt voted against the burn ban. Commissioners heard from Leakey Floral Cemetery President Kathy Brooks as she requested $6000 from the county for continued operations of the cemetery. Brooks also requested assistance from anyone in the
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environment where personal achievement and job proficiency is rewarded vs. simple longevity gives staff a motivational factor that is productive and makes them invested in their own advancement while becoming more valuable to the agency and ultimately more valuable to the community. To that end, I want to create a pay structure at the Sheriff’s Office that is performance based and rewards experience, motivation, improvement, and proficiency. I wish to have a five level system that coincides with the TCOLE Certified, Basic, Intermediate, Advanced, and Master levels
Real County Commissioners Approve National Health Week and Vote 3-2 NO BURN BAN
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DRT Announces New Texas Honor Day
as a team and we are seeing results in our community from our efforts. As we go into the budget season I know funding for the sheriff’s office and other county offices is one of the greatest challenges we face. As sheriff I have goals and objectives for the agency I believe are important to achieve public safety in our community, and I know some of those will require a financial investment from the community. I believe our greatest resource is people and it is important to invest in them. Government agencies typically have a “time is service” model for employment compensation vs. a “merit and performance” based model. Creating an
The new Leakey School Principal, DeeAnna Blanton, comes from Zephyr ISD where she was K-12 Principal. Mrs. Blanton has a BS in Interdisciplinary Studies from Texas A&M Commerce and a Masters in Administration also from Texas A& M Commerce. She says that she looks forward to working with the Leakey students as well as a district that has a history of strong community interest and involvement. New teachers include Head Football Coach and Defensive Coordinator, Joshua Stacey, formerly of Center Point ISD. Mr. Stacey has a Bachelor’s degree in history from Texas A&M University and a Master’s
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FRIO RIVER TASK FORCE UPDATE
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community that is interested in learning and continuing the work of the cemetery association. Commissioners discussed an Interlocal agreement with the City of Leakey regarding use of water from a city well. With further discussion necessary and changes suggested, the item was tabled until next month’s meeting. Commissioners voted 5-0 to reject the proposed Appraisal District Budget, noting an increase in rent would be in the future for the Appraisal District. Commissioners approved the 2018 Sheriff and Constable fee schedule. Commissioners approved the proposed 2018 Holiday and Payday schedule. Commissioners accepted the resignation effective August 18 from the Real County Nutrition Director. A letter from the Trappers club was reviewed indicating the requested $6,000 increase would be used for administrative costs only. With no further business the court was adjourned.
Pictured LtoR: Rachel Hanson, Christopher Farwell and Anita Shackelford
Hochheim Branch 72 Makes Local Donations Every year Hochheim Prairie Farm Mutual Branch 72 meets to elect certain community organizations to receive donations. This past week, Branch Official Rex Strayer, presented Real County Library, Leakey, Frio Canyon Garden Club and Frio Canyon EMS with donations to each of their efforts. The Real County Library offers many services to the public including Inter-library loan, fax (incoming and outgoing), copying (color and black & white), scan and email documents, wireless printing, personal DVD repair and cleaning. The Frio Canyon Garden Club welcomes individuals who are interested in learning and sharing information on gardening and water conservation. Orga-
nized and federated in 1994, the Frio Canyon Garden Club of Leakey, Texas, is a member of the National Council of State Clubs, Inc. (South Central Region) and the Texas Garden Clubs, Inc. The FCEMS was established in 1975, by concerned members of the community and the local chapter of the Lion’s Club. The residents of the Frio Canyon owe these people a debt of gratitude for having the foresight to organize an emergency medical service where none had previously existed. All of these organizations deserve a tremendous amount of support for the unending work they perform in our community.
Pictured ltor: Eileen Bell, Library, Sandra Hodge, Frio Canyon Garden Club, Rex Strayer, Hochheim Branch 72 President, Dianne Rogers, Frio Canyon EMS, Patti Berkstresser, President of Friends of the Library
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JAIL REGISTER August 6- August 12, 2017
Moore, Austin Willers, 25 W/M, Leakey, Texas, A/O Deputy Castro, Assault Fam/House Mem Impede Breath/Cirrculation, A/D, 8/6/2017, $20,000 Surety Bond; Neal, Corky Dale, 23 W/M, Leakey, Texas, A/O Deputy Chisum, Driving While Lisence Invalid w/Prev Conviction, A/D 8/12/2017, $ 3,000 Surety Bond Real County Law Officers Nathan T. Johnson, Sheriff Steven Castro, Deputy Sheriff Mark Cox, Deputy Sheriff Teddy Douthit, Deputy Sheriff William Johnson, Deputy Sheriff Corporal Jake Sanchez, DPS Highway Patrol Alexander Robertson, DPS Highway Patrol Clint Graham, TPWD Game Warden A/D - ARREST DATE A/O - ARRESTING OFFICER
Disclaimer: All print and other visual media is for informational purposes only. This information is considered public information under the Freedom of Information Act and the Public Records Act. Any indication of an arrest is not intended to imply or infer that such individual has been convicted of a crime. All persons are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Real County Sheriff’s Office Weekly Dispatch Report August 6- August 12, 2017 08/06/2017 @ 052 responded to the Public Library in Leakey for a verbal disagreement 229 responded to a residence on Rio Grande Street in Camp Wood for a verbal disagreement 716 responded to US Highway 83 south of Leakey for loose livestock 1341 responded to a residence on Canal Circle Drive off of Farm to Market Road 1120 south of Leakey for a vehicle unlock 2231 responded to West Frio Street in Camp Wood for suspicious activity 08/07/2017 @ 1303 responded to a residence on East
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HOLDING LIST Espino, Jorge Aggravated Assault with Deadly Weapon District 8/13/2016 2 YRS TDCJ 6/29/2017 7/26/2017 Bandera Espino, Jorge Unlawful Possession of a Firearm By Felon District 8/13/2016 4 YRS TDCJ 6/29/2017 7/26/2017 Bandera Harlow, Bobby Violation of Probation - False Name Info / Forgery Vehicle Registration District 5/1/2017 SAFPF 6/29/ 2017 8/4/2017 Bandera Magers, Will Travis Violation of Probation - Evading Arrest / Detention with Motor Vehicle District 6/6/2017 Uvalde Mauel, Zachary John Violation of Pre-trial Release - Possession of Controlled Substance PG1 > = 4G < 200G District 7/25/2017 Edwards Green, Zachary Michael Bond Forfeiture - Driving While License Invalid w/ Previous Conviction County 7/31/2017 Bandera Hewitt, Shannon Dewayne Grand Jury Indictment - Possession of Controlled Substance PG 1 Less than 1 gram District 8/8/2017 Bandera Hewitt, Shannon Dewayne Grand Jury Indictment - Possession of Controlled Substance PG 1 Less than 1 gram District 8/8/2017 Bandera Hewitt, Shannon Dewayne Bond Forfeiture Warrant - FTA - Possession of Controlled Substance PG 2 1 to 4 grams District 8/8/2017 Bandera Hewitt, Shannon Dewayne Bond Forfeiture Warrant - FTA - Possession of Controlled Substance PG 1 Less than 1 gram District 8/8/2017 Bandera Hewitt, Shannon Dewayne Show Cause - Pre/Post Trial Supervision Agreement District 8/8/2017 Bandera
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08/09/2017 @ 1614 responded to a residence on Ash Creek Road off of Ranch Road 336 north of Leakey for a welfare check 08/10/2017 @ 2011 responded to US Highway 83 north of Leakey for loose livestock 08/12/2017 @ 1552 responded to a residence on South Leon Klink in Camp Wood for a verbal disagreement
REAL COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE WANTED PERSONS AND FUGITIVES
Nies, Sheri Michelle 42 W/F Theft of Property => $100 < $750 5/25/ 2017 TDCJ McMahan, Khristy Anne 49 W/F Theft of Property => $100 <$750 Theft of Property => $100 <$750 5/9/2017 Midland County Jail, Texas Frenzel, Devon 22 W/M Violation of Probation - Aggravated Assault Causing Bodily Injury w/ a Deadly Weapon 5/16/2017 Uvalde County Jail, Texas McAlpine, Theodore 34 W/M Violation of Probation - Deadly Conduct 6/5/2017 Morgan County Jail, Missouri Newton, Melba 23 W/F Violation of Probation - Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle 6/16/2017 Uvalde County Jail, Texas Chapa, David Anthony 39 W/M Unauthorized use of Vehicle 6/30/2017 Uvalde County Jail, Texas
Editor’s Note: This list is provided by Real County Sheriff’s Office, it lists subjects that are being held by Real County in contracted jail facilities awaiting trial
Fourth Street in Camp Wood for a welfare check 08/08/2017 @ 1132 responded to US Highway 83 north of Leakey for a vehicle unlock
The Real County Sheriff’s Office has numerous felony, misdemeanor, and capias warrants and we are actively seeking to apprehend all persons wanted by the various courts within our jurisdiction. The wanted individuals highlighted below are six individuals we have highlighted for this week’s “FUGITIVE SECTION”. We need your help to apprehend these subjects and hold them responsible for criminal acts committed in our community. If you know where these subjects are please call the Real County Sheriff’s Office at 830-232-5201. If you ARE one of these subjects or know you have outstanding warrants…. TURN YOURSELF IN AT ONCE.
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Zachary Green DOB 02-12-1990 Bond Forfeiture DWLI – 1 Warrant
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Melissa Hurst DOB 06-12-1981 Bond Forfeiture–Theft–1 Warrant
Felony Warrant Jerry Silvernale DOB 10-01-1993 Felony Theft of a Firearm – 1 Warrant
Capias Pro-Fine (Subjects CAN MAKE PAYOFF by contacting our office with cash, cashier’s check, or money order)
Gerald Joseph Jones DOB 09-22-1962 VOP – Criminal Mischief – 1 Warrant
William Howard Randles DOB 06-19-1990 Failure to Appear – numerous traffic violations – 4 Warrants
Liliana Garcia DOB 01-19-1983 Failure to Appear – traffic violations – 2 Warrants
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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: Brianna Taylor • Juan ( Mafy ) Gomez Johnie Wooldridge • Domingo Tobar • 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, Louis “Mando” Landeros, 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 VACANT: 830-597-6149 Sheriff, Nathan Johnson 830-232-5201 Real County Constable Kevin Chisum 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
REAL COUNTY INDIGENT HEALTH CARE PROGRAM COUNTY INDIGENT HEALTH CARE PROGRAM The Real County Indigent Health Care Program (CIHCP) is a state mandated medical program for county residents that need medical service and do not qualify for other state or federal health care assistance programs. Real County’s Indigent Health Care Program adheres to the regulations established by the Texas Department of Health under the Indigent Health Care and Treatment Act of 1985, as amended. ELIGIBILITY STANDARDS • RESIDENCY: Available only to Real County residents as defined in Chapter 61 of the Health and Safety Code. • INCOME: Monthly household income must be at or below 21% of the federal poverty level. A household is defined as a person living alone or two or more persons living together where legal responsibility for support exists, excluding disqualified persons. • RESOURCES: Total countable household resources may not exceed $2,000, or $3,000 If the household contains a relative who is aged or disabled. • ELIGIBILITY FOR OTHER HEALTH CARE: Considered a program of “last resort”. Applicants must apply for any other program for which they are potentially eligible, such as Medicaid or Social Security Disability. Applications will be pended for County Indigent Health Care until a decision is reached by other programs APPLICATION PROCESS 1. Application forms may be obtained at the following CIHCP location: Real County Courthouse Annex PO Box 69, 193 S. US Hwy 83, Leakey, TX 78873 Telephone (830) 232-6627; Fax (830) 232-6681 Office hours: Monday – Friday 8 am -5 pm (Closed 12 pm – 1pm). 2. Application forms must be completed in full, signed and dated. 3. If deemed necessary, an interview appointment will be scheduled via letter. 4. Applicants must provide all requested information and documentation or applications will be denied. 5. Verification of residency, income, household composition and resources is required, if questionable. 6. Eligibility letter will be issued within 14 business days after the date a completed application and all required documentation is received by the CIHCP office. 7. Rules are subject to change with revision of the CIHCP Handbook.
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To that end, I want to create a pay structure at the Sheriff’s Office that is performance based and rewards experience, motivation, improvement, and proficiency. I wish to have a five level system that coincides with the TCOLE Certified, Basic, Intermediate, Advanced, and Master levels but has additional specific continued from front page identifiable skills associated to the job. This gives me latitude to pay an experienced and proficient officer than a raw recruit out of the academy they more meeting agencyand objectives, and butmore has additional specific identifiable skills associatedbecause to the job. Thisare gives me capable latitude toof pay an experienced proficient officer more than ame rawarecruit out of thetool academy because they are more capable of meeting agency objectives, and it gives me a motivational it gives motivational for professional development.
A LETTER FROM REAL COUNTY SHERIFF tool for professional development. The pay structure for deputy sheriffs would be as follows: Base a deputyfor would be $35,000 a $100.00 per month increase for each level attained. Thepay payforstructure deputy sheriffswith would be as follows:
Base pay for a deputy would be $35,000 with a $100.00 per month increase for each level attained. LEVEL 1 (New Officer) LEVEL 2 (Basic) LEVEL 3 (Intermediate) LEVEL 4 (Advanced) LEVEL 5 (Master) $35,000 annual $36,200 annual $37,400 annual $38,600 annual $39,800 annual
This structure would reduce the starting salary from what we are now paying for a new officer and for those completing their first year of service as a peace officer fresh out of the academy. Any changes in level attained / awarded within a fiscal budget year would not take effect until the next budget year. Future base rates would be looked at on an annual basis and raises or cost of living adjustments given to the county at large would impact the base line and be extrapolated forward depending upon performance level. The pay structure for dispatcher / jailers would be as follows: LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 $10.00 per hour wage $ 11.00 $12.00
LEVEL 4 $13.00
LEVEL 5 $14.00
Current staff would be evaluated and placed in a level that would coincide with both certificate level and performance ability. Jailer/Dispatchers would be able to use either certification (in addition to other criteria) as a benchmark for level pay, but would not be eligible for level pay using both jailer and dispatcher certificates (no double dipping). As with the sworn deputies, any changes in level attained / awarded within a fiscal budget year would not take effect until the next budget year. Future base rates would be looked at on an annual basis and raises or cost of living adjustments given to the county at large would impact the base line and be extrapolated forward depending upon performance level. The Sheriffs Assistant is a position I wish to develop into a much more productive element of our public safety team. This position is tasked with several duties in addition to overseeing dispatch. They are the Jail Administrator, Sex Offender Registrar (and should be doing sex offender compliance verifications but cannot at this time due to lack of personnel), Records management coordinator, Conservator of Warrants and Capias, UCR designee, NIBERS designee, Racial Profile reporting designee, general logistical and supply coordinator, and office supervisor for jailers and dispatchers. It is my desire to remove this person (Ken Manchester at present) from the role of line dispatcher and to task him with other imperative duties associated with the sheriff’s office administration, warrant service, and sex offender compliance. This position is a separate position from dispatch jailer but would in essence be a LEVEL 6 at a rate of $15.00 This would also be a base line amount evaluated annually. This position is critical to the development of our agency and Ken is filling the position well. Currently we have four dispatch slots funded and have one opening we have not been able to fill to date. I want to create a fifth slot which will reduce overtime and allow Ken to take on the role I need him to do as the Sheriff’s Assistant and dispatch / jail supervisor vs. him also filling a line dispatcher slot. If we fully fund five dispatch slots, the Sheriff’s Assistant could be made into a salaried position like the deputies and this would reduce overtime payments. Going line by line in the budget on things that need to be addressed I want to articulate what I believe are necessary expenditures in these areas. ITEM REQUESTED FUNDS DISCUSSION
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I want to create the best agency we can to serve the people of Real County. I need changes in our budget and pay structure in order to recruit, retain, and develop staff as the most vital resource to accomplish our public safety objectives. As the commissioner’s court meets to finalize our budget for this coming year, I wish to inform the public of what I have requested, why I have requested it, and how I believe it is important to meet our goals. I am available should any member of the public wish to speak with me about these budget requests or expenditures. If you are supportive of what the sheriff’s office is doing, please support us in our efforts to make the Real County Sheriff’s Office the best it can be. Semper Fi, Nathan T. Johnson Sheriff
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The Ward Cousins’ 28th Annual Reunion On July 14-16, 2017, the Mary B. Powers Hall in Barksdale was once again filled with descendants of William Carroll and Mary Sansom Ward. One hundred eight relatives and friends were present for the 28th Ward reunion. The days were full of great food, visiting, a silent auction and slide show, genealogy, dominoes, swimming and washer pitching. Coming out as champions in the washer pitching were Jace Pape and Cauy Routh. Winning second place were Trevor Ward and Jim Gower. The “42” domino contest had first place won by Jim Gower and Lloyd Ward. Second place winners were Daryl Ward and Lindsay Ward. Relatives and friends attending were Chet, Amanda, and Carrol Ward Miller of Rodeo, NM, Don Strawn and Derek and Kitten Strawn LaBounty of Florence, Wanda and Bud Gower and
Jim, Kellie, Jane and Adam Gower of Killeen, Shane, Sy, Slone, and Shauna Gower Elms of Florence, Daryl and Patsy Ward of Goldthwaite, Scott and Weston Ward of San Angelo, Lloyd, Susie, and Payden Ward of Sheffield, Lindsay, Elena, and Halle Ward of Snyder, Vaughn and Melinda Ward of Camp Wood, Beau, Ioana, Elias, Tyler, Andi, and Madalina Ward of Petersburg, AK, Travis and Katy Ward of Austin, Lonnie and Sonya Ward of Kingsland, Ruth Ward of Barksdale, Delbert and Linda Ward Pape, Pete, Tina, Cassidi, Cammi, and Jaron Pape, Ben, Crystal, Lexi, Leah, Dax, and Drew Pape, and Brian, Landon, Brayla, Tyler, and Lisa Pape Choate of Baytown, Jace, Jenny, Logan, and Cadence Pape of Townsend, MA, Dennis and Shirley Ward and Denisa Ward Mendel, McKinsey and Paxton of Granbury, Dayno and Liz Ward Stotts, and Lynn, Chase, Addison, and Ginger
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Stotts Baker of Barksdale, Roy, Cauy, Cole, Cody, and Katherine Stotts Routh of Uvalde, Bill, Samantha, and Aeson Stotts of Andrews, Randal, Stephanie, Rylynn, and Ryder Ward of Camp Wood, Cameron and Emerie Schomber, Randy Ward, Marc Delgado, and Ian and Steve and Trevor Ward of Barksdale, Tammy, Keith, and Kendon Woodard of Lubbock, Nick and Keitha Woodard Clifton of Odessa, Tommy, Mary Lou, Hollis, and Andrew Ward of Camp Wood, Helen Davis and Chuck Osborn of Tuscon, AZ, Melanie, Ezra, Colt, and Jackson Demoree of San Antonio, Rosa Pacheco of Rodeo, NM and MacKenzie Fletcher of Lubbock. The Ward clan hopes to have many in attendance next July 20-22, 2018 for the 29th reunion at the Mary B. Powers Hall in Barksdale.
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BALLONS AND BOUQUETS ….sitting here trying to write this article for the paper to give the Bull Bash results as well as Thank everyone, the words just seem so small and insufficient. Such very small words filled with so many emotions: gratitude for the help & support; hope for the future; love of the canyon and it’s children. But enough of that. This Nueces Canyon Junior Livestock Association thus Nueces Canyon had one amazingly successful Bull Bash event with over 60 Bull riders ---Mini Bulls, Junior Bulls, Open Bulls, & Senior Bulls. Plus dozens of both boy and girl Mutton Busters! If you where not able to be there at Bruce Park Arena, you had better mark your calender right now for August 4, 2018. That is the first Saturday in August for next years OSR Nueces Canyon Junior Livestock Association’s exciting Bull Bash. Is year was so successful. The bleachers were full with standing room only, while the arena was full of really big, hard bucking bulls. NCJLA had many generous sponsors: Diamond Level – Boaz Export Crating Co., Ag-Pro Uvalde; Gold Level – Vernor Material, Camp Wood Hard-
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When first elected, Will Hurd made his meetings at the Dairy Queens in Texas, because it is a local gathering place. Some of his meetings have outgrown the DQ’s and the meetings have had to be held in larger areas. In Uvalde, Hurd and his team met with constituents at the Tomas Valle American Legion Hall and in Hondo, they met constituents in the Hondo Public Library. In Dilley, they met a good crowd at the Dairy Queen. In all three places, Hurd explained first why he does these DC to DQ trips. He is their representative and he wants to know how to help them so he can represent them better in Congress. Then he told what bills he has supported, what has been made into law, his help for the veterans, and border security measures. He then opened up each meeting to answer questions. He was very well informed, in some cases even on the state level. He did however encourage those asking about Texas issues to contact their state representative. He summed up the meetings by thanking the voters for supporting him and for coming out.
provide a prize for you if you had one and came to Meet the Jackets, and I did! The high school classes were introduced, several skits were done, then prizes were awarded for the purple rocks. Mine was Dino and my prize was a $5 gift card from DQ. There were 5 rocks hidden in town and only 4 were brought to Meet the Jackets. New teachers were introduced. The football boys went into the stands to find their matching rock, their jersey number to the number on the rock. The person who held that rock went down with their football player counterpart and the dance competition began. Most of the kids had fun, the band sounded great, and I feel ready for this school year.
Brother Monty Benson of First Baptist, Reverend Glenn A. Luhrs, David Sprott of the Church of Christ, and Father Antonio Hernandez were on hand. Father Antonio spoke and Brother Monty closed with prayer, praying for the teachers and their work with our children. On Sunday, August 20, there will be a Prayer Walk which will meet at the elementary school parking lot at 7 p.m. The purpose is to be in prayer for the students, teachers, and staff as they begin their new year the following day. It is open to all in the community. Several ministers will be on hand to lead the walk.
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Neighborhood Watch met on August I to discuss National Night Out which will take place on October 3 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Live Oak Park. At the park, there will be a brief introduction to attendees about the purpose of National Night Out and Neighborhood Watch. There will be free food, games, prizes, and a guaranteed good time for all ages. Mark you calendars for this favorite event coming up. The next Neighborhood Watch will be on November 14 at 6:40 p.m. at First Baptist Church. There will be a pot luck dinner in celebration of the upcoming holidays.
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Youth in the spotlight this Sunday was Colleene Casburn. She read Proverbs 1: 10. The church is blessed to have young people willing to take part in the service. Birthdays and announcements were done by Charles D. Story. The message, from 1 Corinthians 6, was delivered by Pastor Jim Fox. A new invitational hymn was sung: “Room at the Cross for You”. The first sermon on Hymns of the Faith focused on “How Great Thou Art”. Youth water wars are scheduled for August 20 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. This is for all students in grades 7 through 12. There will be food in addition to the water games, so dress accordingly. This is a great way to celebrate the beginning of a new year at school.
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At Utopia this past weekend, the folks there held a two day rummage sale. Proceeds are used to support the Activity Center. From 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Friday and from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, they opened up. On Friday, there were people there from Leakey, Rio Frio, Sabinal, and Utopia waiting for the doors to open. On Saturday, the turnout was lighter. However, the ladies who worked the sale were able to get things cleaned up and out of there by 3 p.m.
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money for school supplies. A group of 5 volunteers separated the items by type on Tuesday, August 8. There were items for 49 students. On Saturday, the items were all waiting for the families at First Baptist. There were 12 volunteers from Central Christian, First Baptist and Methodist to help make sure the families got the appropriate items for the grade levels. The hours were from 9 a.m. to noon. Twenty seven students received school supplies during that time.
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On Monday, several pastors met with the teachers at 8 a.m. for their Teachers Breakfast. The Sabinal Lions Club provided breakfast tacos of all types and hot sauce.
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Last Wednesday evening, Sabinal ISD hosted Meet the Jackets. This is an opportunity to meet the new teachers, and see who is on the football team for the upcoming year. The DJ was from San Antonio Sports and he acted as Master of Ceremony. With all the emphasis on Sabinal Rocks, as you were finding a seat in the stands, there were rocks scattered all about with numbers on them. There were also 5 purple rocks in town that promised to
On Sunday at 5 p.m. a Listening meeting was held. The purpose was to answer questions and state concerns about the “One Board” concept for the church. Sid Clary ran the meeting with input from Reverend Glenn A. Luhrs. The “One Board” concept will be voted on at church counsel. In the meantime, members are to talk with others and explain the concept. This coming Sunday, the blessing of the backpacks and a back to school special prayer will be given. Students are asked to bring their backpacks for that special time. School readers are needed to serve beginning in September. Bible News Club is an after school program and it will begin on Wednesday, September 13, and run from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Volunteers and helpers are needed. Check with the office if you have a question or are interested. On Tuesday, September 19 (time not yet confirmed), the Reverend Anna Troy will be at the church to give a missionary update as to what she is now doing. Caladiums continue to be sold through the Sabinal Methodist Ladies. Cost is 75¢ each. Contact person is Betty Mathis.
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The altar flowers for this past weekend were provided by Robbie and Sylvia Alejandro in memory of their mother, Maruke Alejandro. There were chopped barbeque burgers, combos, and brisket tacos on Sunday. Sweets and drinks were also available. Proceeds go to support the local parish. Registration for Assembly 2017, to be held at St. Mary’s University, can be done online. The purpose is to unite clergy, religious and laity, to prepare for Missionary Discipleship. Registration online is at www.assemblysa.org or call 210-734-1911 if interested. Registration for Religious Education Classes is done through the office. Classes for kindergarten through high school being on September 11, from 5 to 6 p.m.
Big Springs Charter School Big Springs Charter School located 8 miles North of Leakey on the Big Springs Ranch for Children has been in operation since 2001. The school serves grades K-12 and is a fully accredited charter school by the Texas Education Agency. All teachers are fully certified by the state of Texas in various core content areas, including special education. Big Springs Charter School offers various programs to educate and prepare all students for success in family, employment and community. Small class sizes and teacher focused individualized learning using the state adopted-curriculum enables students to make gains in their education. Transportation is available. Big Springs Charter School is now accepting applications for the 2017-2018 school year. For more information and registration please contact the school office at (830)-232-7101.
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FOREIGN INVADERS IN TEXAS LAKES Zebra Mussels Zebra mussels are a small, yet destructive, invasive species threatening to spread across Texas by hitching rides on boats and trailers. These mussels often go undetected, as they are smaller than one and a half inches in size. Zebra mussels multiply rapidly – just one mussel can produce up to a million microscopic larvae per year! These invaders hide in water, often going unnoticed due to their size, and attach to hard surfaces, like boat hulls and motors. This invasive species is a threat to all freshwater sources in the state and has devastating economic, recreational, and environmental impacts. Negative Impacts of Zebra Mussels Zebra mussels multiply rapidly over large areas, causing significant environmental and economic damage. Boats – Zebra mussels can damage boats by encrusting boat hulls. They can also clog water systems that are used in boat motors, air conditioners, and heads. The mussels can also cause navigation buoys to sink and can destroy fishing equipment. ZebraMusselPipe.fw_ .png Water Supply – Zebra mussels that colonize inside of pipelines can disrupt the water supply by restricting the flow of water. They also damage the water intake structures that provide water to thousands of homes and businesses, costing taxpayers millions of dollars. Native Species – Zebra mussels lack natural predators in Texas lakes and are able to take over habitats from native species. This damages the lake’s ecology and affects the fish population. Zebra mussels pose a significant threat to native mussels by competing for food and attaching to their shells. A colony of zebra mussels can smother a native mussel colony. Where are Zebra Mussels? Zebra mussels originated in Eurasia and arrived in North America in the late 1980s. They initially invaded the Great Lakes region and the first Texas infestation was discovered in Lake Texoma in 2009. Since then, zebra mussels have made their way in to several other Texas lakes, and could eventually take over all freshwater sources in Texas. Just this summer, two new populations of zebra mussels have been discovered in Texas lakes. Infested Lakes: The water body has an established, reproducing zebra mussel population. Currently, eleven Texas lakes are classified as fully infested – Belton, Bridgeport, Canyon, Dean Gilbert, Eagle Mountain, Lewisville, Randell, Ray Roberts, Stillhouse ZebraMusselStatus.fw_.pngHollow, Texoma, and Travis. Positive Lakes: Zebra mussels or their larvae have been detected on more than one occasion in lakes Livingston, Waco, Worth, and Fishing Hole Lake. At this point, there is no evidence of a reproducing population in these lakes. Rivers downstream of infested lakes, including the Red, Leon, and Elm Fork of the Trinity, are also positive for zebra mussels. Suspect Lakes: Zebra mussels or their larvae have been found once in recent years. In Texas, Lake Fork and Lake Ray Hubbard are classified as “suspect.” Inconclusive Lakes: Zebra mussel DNA or an unverified suspect organism has been found in the past year. Be a Responsible Boater ZebraMusselBoat.fw_.pngThe only way you can be positive that you are not carrying zebra mussels is to always clean, drain, and dry your boat, trailer, and gear. Zebra mussels can survive for days in any water that has been trapped in your boat. In Texas, it is unlawful to possess or transport zebra mussels, dead or alive. Boaters must drain all water from their boat and onboard receptacles before leaving or approaching a body of fresh water. This requirement applies to all types and sizes of boats, including personal watercraft, sailboats, kayaks, canoes, or any other vessel used on public waters. Clean – Clean your boat, trailer, and gear by removing all plants, animals, and foreign objects. A quick trip to the car wash to use high-pressure spray nozzles
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Property 09: The finest home in the Concan Country Club is available! 3BA/2.5BA, oversized garage and HUGE patio. $495,000 REDUCED Property 11: 157 Spring Branch in Twin Forks is a super nice 3BD/2BA home on TWO LOTS! Gorgeous Frio River access! $229,000 NEWProperty 13: 3/2 home on 5+ ac. in Deer Creek. New 30x40 metal bldg. on slab. Covered porch, rock patio/ firepit. NICE! $259,000 Property 18: 3BD/2BA log home under huge pecan trees. 85 Pecan Bottom Lp in River Tree. Gorgeous river access! $339,000 Property 19: 4BD/3BA home on 9+ ac. in THE RANCH in Concan! Unique property w/river access! Ag. Valuation.. $565,000 REDUCED Property 21: TWO exceptional 3BD/2BA homes on 5 acs. in The Ranch in Concan. Gorgeous river park. Must see! $699,000 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 Motivated! Property 27: 4BD/3.5BA home w/gorgeous views. 621 Catclaw Mtn. Rd. in Concan. Rental OK. Frio river access! $575,000 Property 39: Cute 1BD/1BA cabin on 6.37 ac. in Roaring Springs Ranch! VIEWS for miles + gorgeous common areas. $108,000 REDUCED Property 41: Nice 52 acre place with a spacious 2BD/2BA home located halfway between Uvalde & Camp Wood. $295,000 REDUCED NEWProperty 45: Large 3/3 home in the unique Frio Cielo Ranch community between Leakey/Uvalde. Wonderful amenities. $174,900 Property 48: EXCELLENT location! Next to House Pasture in Concan. 3BD/3BA + lg. bunk room. New POOL! It RENTS! $395,000 REDUCED Property 78: 4BD/3BA home on nearly one ac. 179 Roy Chisum Rd. No restrictions! 500’ of private river access! $299,000
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Property 01 : 9.3 ac. Views, underground elec., city water and sensible restrictions. Borders a large ranch. Owner/ Broker. $99,900 Property 08: Wooded residential lot in Canyon Oaks. Frio River access + hillside and valley views. Water & elec available. $56,000 NEWProperty 14: 1+ acre lot in Canyon Oaks—Concan. Hilltop/views + gorgeous river access park. Water/elec. avail. Rentals OK. $49,000 Property 15: 1.18 acre lot in Rio Park Estates. Frio River access, unequipped well, adjacent lot (Prop 16) also available. $45,000 Property 16: 1.18 acre lot in Rio Park Estates. Frio River access, adjacent lot (Prop 15) also available. $40,000 NEWProperty 30: 1.19 ac. lot w/water & elec. available in Frio River Place & a stone’s throw from the gorgeous Frio! $79,000 PENDING NEWProperty 34: 7+ ac. lot in R-N-R Ranch—Rio Frio, TX. Beautiful oaks, well/septic in place but need to be verified/tested. $118,000
Property 35: 5.16 ac. Adjacent to Prop#33! Buy BOTH for a $10,000 discount ($69,900 each). See Old Baldy from here! $74,900 Property 43: 8+ acs. w/gorgeous oaks and great bldg. sites. Electricity available. AG VALUATION = LOW taxes!! Shady Oaks Subdv. $77,045 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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Property 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 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 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. Owner/Agent $222,000 Property 29 : 170 acs. +/- WILL DIVIDE Hwy. 337W frontage. Views for miles! $4250 per acre NEWProperty 37: 32.49 acs. fronting Hwy. 55 btwn Rocksprings & Barksdale. Terrific views & building sites. $69,000 NEWProperty 38: 24+/- ac hunting tract at the back of Rancho Real. Borders large ranch. Very gamey...see game pics on website! $73,890 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. $90,000 REDUCED Property 51: 37.23 acres. w/Hwy. 41 frontage. Fairview Ranch. Water well & electricity. Addtl. acreage available. $137,751 Property 60: 60 ac.+/- west of Leakey on Hwy 337. Electricity on 2 sides. Frontage on highway and County Rd. $3,900 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
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Wednesday, August 16, 2017
O B I T U A R I E S Suzanne Delaney “Laney” Morales (November 12, 1966 - August 11, 2017)
Gilberto (Gilbert) Chapa
(January 7, 1952 - August 5, 2017)
Charles William “Bill” Stillwell
Suzanne Delaney “Laney” (nicknamed at (birth) Jones Morales passed from this life on August 11, 2017 at the age of 50 in Barksdale, Texas. She was born on November 12, 1966 in Beaumont, Texas. Her first years were spent in the Piney Woods of East Texas in Silsbee, Texas. Her grammar school years were in Southern California at DeMille Elementary in Westminster, California. Where she won the City Championship Hoola Hoop Contest and went on to compete in the Regionals. In softball, she ruled the pitching mounds. In her Junior High years, her family moved to Little Elm, Texas. She continued her prowess in softball attending multiple national tournaments. Her high school sport was cheerleading and basketball which she thoroughly enjoyed. Her greatest joy and accomplishment in life was her children - Meagan, Josh, and Jeff. They meant the world to her. She was so very proud of them. Her bonus was seven beautiful grandchildren - Leah, Aaron, Evan, Allison, Abigail, Jaiden, and Ethan. Laney is Preceded in death by her sister Jennifer Margaret Jones Neuman, survived by her parents, Dave and Ellen Jones (San Antonio, Tx.), grandmother, Margaret Taylor (Gulf Breeze, FL), brother, David Jones Jr. ( San Antonio, Tx.) her children Meagan (Oklahoma), Josh, San Antonio, Texas) and Jeff ( San Antonio, Tx.} her grandkids (Oklahoma), and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews. Laney’s legacy is in the joy she spread to EVERYONE. Visitation will be 6 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, August 17, 2017, at Nelson Funeral Chapel, Camp Wood. Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m. Friday, August 18, 2017, at First Baptist Church, Camp Wood, Texas, with Pastor JR Rollison officiating. Burial will follow in the Garden of Memories Cemetery, Camp Wood, TX. The family invites you to leave a condolence at www.nels onfuneralhomes.net Arrangements are under the personal care of Nelson Funeral Home of Camp Wood, Texas
Gilberto (Gilbert) Chapa, age 65, of Rocksprings, Texas passed away Saturday, August 5, 2017, in Camp Wood, Texas surrounded by his family. He was born in Uvalde, Texas on January 7, 1952, to Adam Chapa and Virginia Deleon Chapa. Those left to honor and cherish his memory are his daughter, Beatrice Benites of Brackettville, TX; numerous grandchildren; brothers, Gilbert Falcon of Houston, TX and Luis Ortiz of Lockport, NY; sisters, Mary T. Morgan of Maxwell, TX and Santos F. Williams of Camp Wood, TX; nieces and nephews, Maria Flores, Mark Martinez, Alexander J. Flores, Christina Flores, Anna Lisa Garza, Annette Y. Chapa, Flor Blanca Henderson, Kathy Galindo, Jessica Morgan, Sara Finch, Jose Luis Ortiz, Luis Angel Ortiz, Laura Castiano, Luis Ortiz, Jr., Conrad Castillo, Cindy Ramos, Adam Chapa, III, Liza Chapa, Annette Chapa and many more nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Adam and Virginia Chapa; brother, Adam Chapa, Jr.; nephew, Alberto E. Flores, III, and niece, Angel Marie Charles. Gilbert had a life with many obstacles but through it all, family was his first priority. He took care of all, of us kids, taught us how to cook and reminded us that family is always gonna be there when you need it. Gilbert enjoyed being outdoors. He loved to fish, go camping, and he was a great swimmer. He enjoyed life and all it entailed, the good and the bad. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends. He is now with the Lord. He is in a better place no more hurting. We Love You and Always Will. Our Brother Pallbearers included Jose Luis Ortiz, Jesus M. Flores, Raulito Nombrano, Jr., Nathan Gutierrez, Chris Smith, Mark Martinez, Jr., Donavan Gutierrez, and Luis Ortiz, Jr. Viewing was 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday, August 10, 2017, at Nelson Funeral Chapel, Camp Wood, Texas. Recitation of the Holy Rosary was at7 p.m. Funeral Mass was held 11 a.m. Friday, August 11, 2017, at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church, Camp Wood. Father Adrian Adamik officiated. Cremation followed service. The family invites you to leave a condolence at www.nelsonfuneralh omes.net Arrangements are under the personal care of Nelson Funeral Home of Camp Wood, Texas.
Charles William “Bill” Stillwell, 81, of Yorktown passed away on Monday, August 14, 2017, in Tyler, Texas. Services will be held on Saturday, August 19th at 10:00 am at St. John Lutheran Church in Westhoff, Texas. Interment will follow in the Westhoff Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6pm to 8 pm on Friday, August 18th, at Finch Funeral Chapel in Nixon, Texas. Bill was born to the late John D. Stillwell and Mary Taylor Stillwell in Camp Wood, Texas on July 2, 1936. Bill served in the Navy during the Korean War. Bill was MIA and survived in the Korean countryside for over 11 months before he was rescued. After coming home from the war, Bill led an adventurous life and had many interesting experiences. Bill was a cattle rancher, goat rancher, bronc rider, truck operator, and had a bulldozer business. All of these business ventures allowed him to lead life to the fullest and meet many new friends. Bill was a vivid storyteller and never talked to a stranger. The stories got better each time he told them. Bill loved to tease his grandkids and they loved their “Papa Bill.” He enjoyed living on his ranch and watching the cows. Bill was hampered later in life due to a medical injury that affected his mobility. We know he is in a better, pain free place now. Bill is survived by his wife of 36 years, Patricia Ortmann Stillwell, and his children: Rhonda Stillwell of Yorktown, Lana (Brad) Hood of Tyler, Scott (Jennifer) Spoor of Spring, Jeff (Nicole) Spoor of Corpus Christi. Bill and Pat are raising their greatgrandchildren, Hannah and Wyatt. He is also survived by his grandchildren: Danielle Field of Yorktown; Trent and Beth Hood of Tyler; Jack, Elizabeth, and Joshua Spoor of Corpus Christi. He is preceded in death by his parents and sister, Ola Creech. Memorials can be made to the American Legion Post 0369 in Westhoff, Texas or St. John Lutheran Church in Westhoff, Texas. The online guestbook may be signed at www.finchfuneralchapels.com.
Sometimes life shows up I have been privileged to sit under many great speakers and teachers in my life. Human behavior and spirituality has always been fascinating to me and it’s an honor to be involved with the work of the ministry. There are mysteries and complicated questions that we will never understand while we live in this realm, but, there are also practical lessons that God can reveal to us when we diligently seek Him. Years ago, I knew a special lady that enjoyed a full life of adventure and was used as a blessing to many. Included within her life of success and respect unfortunately there was also a great deal of tragedy and disappointment. It’s not that this is rare or unusual, but it was how well she responded when things went sour. You could see the years of hurt and pain in her face and sense the agony in her soul but she also had a strong will and fortitude to keep pressing forward. She spent much of her career as a counselor, helping to comfort people in times of emergency with what is defined as psychological first-aid and was known for a simple phrase that she repeated
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weak collection of emotions which usually fail to provide us with the ability to think or act clearly. Christians realize there is no substitute for praying, but sometimes just saying a prayer is not always an automatic fix for our own problems or anyone that is going through a serious situation. In times of adversity we can react with a positive attitude or we make things worse by piling on hopeless declarations. The best preparation for any type of situation is to live in the constant awareness of God’s presence. When we are walking with God and a serious storm comes upon us suddenly, His peace that passes all understanding can lessen the weight of fear and discouragement. We have heard the old saying, “it’s not what happens – it’s how we react to what happens” and since life will have its share of emergencies, we can agree this is important. As you go through this difficulty, may the Lord continue to give you His strength and endurance and I pray that you will continue to lean on His understanding and be surrounded by His comfort and
security. He knows all about the situation, He has heard your prayers and is working on your behalf according to His sovereign will. If you are agonizing over someone in a crisis situation, be encouraged by remembering they know how much you care about them and are comforted with your love. If you are experiencing a severe trial and hurting deeply within your soul, reach out to the Savior today and trust Him completely. “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble” (Psalm 46:1). The Lord never said that we would live free from difficulties and gut-wrenching disappointments, but He did promise that when life “shows up” He would always be there to help us walk through it. Dr. Holland lives in Central Kentucky where he is a Christian minister and community chaplain. You can learn more about his ministry at: billyhollandministries.com
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constantly; “life shows up.” This was her familiar battle cry and a coping mechanism that helped her endure the tragedies and disappointments in her own life. She taught that no matter what we go through, we cannot give up or stop trusting that God will help us overcome. This message of courage and faith are more than just words – they are a mindset and a key to victorious living. There will be times when all of us will be shocked, surprised and caught off guard. These moments of crisis can hit us so hard that we can literally be “knocked out” for an eight count, but with God in our corner, He can help us get back on our feet. When things are going well, we have a tendency to enjoy the ride without a need to be cautious or prepared. If we have not invested the time to make sure our spiritual foundation is solid and our psychological first aid toolbox is loaded, we are vulnerable for an unexpected ambush. When we are drifting too far from the shore and away from the safety of God’s protective harbor, our only defense is a
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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. Leakey Church of Christ One Block N of Courthouse Leakey, TX 78873
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
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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Wednesday, August 16, 2017 VIRGINIA—A 32-year-old woman was killed Saturday and 19 others were injured, five of them critically, when a car rammed into a group of counter-protesters during the “Unite the Right” rally in Charlottesville, Va. A helicopter crash that killed the pilot and a passenger later in the afternoon outside the university town also was linked to the rally by State Police, though officials did not elaborate on how the crash was connected. At a late afternoon news conference, Charlottesville Police Chief Al Thomas said that 35 people had been injured in various confrontations during the rally and made a point of saying that none of those involved his officers. Thomas also said that the car crash was being treated as an act of “criminal homicide.” VIRGINIA –Two Virginia State Police officers who were assisting in the response to the violence surrounding a planned white nationalist rally in Charlottesville died Saturday afternoon after their helicopter crashed seven miles southwest of the city. The officers were traveling in a Virginia State Police helicopter “assisting public safety resources with the ongoing situation in Charlottesville,” according to a spokesperson for the state police, where a confrontation between white nationalists and counter-protesters turned violent in city streets. Cause of the crash is unknown. NORTH KOREA—President Trump from “Fire & Fury” to “Locked and Loaded.” North Korea took its turn Saturday in the country’s escalating, backand-fourth with President Trump, with the state-run newspaper saying leader Kim Jung Un’s revolutionary army is “capable of fighting any war the U.S. wants.” The assertion was made in an editorial that also states the Paektusan army is now “on the standby to launch fire into its mainland, waiting for an order of final attack.” The editorial also argues that the United States “finds itself in an ever-worsening dilemma, being thrown into the grip of extreme security unrest by the DPRK. This is tragicomedy of its own making. … If the Trump administration does not
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want the American empire to meet its tragic doom in its tenure, they had better talk and act properly.” DPRK stands for North Korea’s official name, the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea. CHINA—China’s President Xi Jinping has urged Donald Trump and North Korea to avoid “words and actions” that worsen tensions, state media say. Mr Trump and North Korea have been exchanging hostile rhetoric, with the US president threatening to rain “fire and fury” on the North. But China, North Korea’s only major ally, has been urging restraint. A White House statement said the US and China agreed North Korea must stop “provocative and escalatory behaviour”. A statement by North Korea’s official KCNA news agency issued on Saturday said the Trump administration “had better talk and act properly,” if it did not want “the American empire to meet its tragic doom”. VENEZUELA—Venezuela is melting down! On Friday evening Mr Trump told reporters the US had “many options for Venezuela, including a possible military option if necessary”. “The people are suffering and they’re dying,” he added. The US recently imposed sanctions on President Maduro, branding him a dicta-
tor. In response, a telephone conference with President Trump was requested. White House responded that Mr Trump would gladly speak to his Venezuelan counterpart, when democracy had been restored in the country. The Venezuelan opposition accuses Mr Maduro of trying to cling on to power, but he says the new assembly will bring peace to the country. He also condemned Trumps threat of force in North Korea. INDIA—LUCKNOW, India – Parents of at least 35 children who have died in a hospital in northern India over the past three days have alleged there was a lack of oxygen supply in the children’s ward. District Magistrate Rajiv Rautela denied that the lack of oxygen had caused the deaths, saying the children died of natural causes in Gorakhpur in Uttar Pradesh state. Parents said oxygen supply to the ward ran out Thursday night and patients’ families were given self-inflating bags to help the children breathe. Rautela said Saturday that the hospital owed 6.8 million rupees ($106,000) to the company that supplies the oxygen. Some of the children had been treated for encephalitis, a disease which preys on the young and malnourished and is rampant in the state during the monsoon.
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DRT Announces New Texas Honor Day The Caddel-Smith Chapter recently learned there will be a new Texas Honor Day. The Board of Management of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas has approved the Siege of Bexar, December 9th as a new Texas Honor Day. While most chapters of the state-wide DRT do celebrate and remember The Siege of Bexar, this makes the day official. All DRT Chapters encourage their members and the public to fly their Texas flag on Texas Honor Days. We are encouraged also to speak about this part of Texas history and teach others about this day. The Siege of Bexar began in October of 1835 and ended with the surrender of Mexican General Cos on 9th December 1835. This was the only victory of the Texas Revolution until the Battle of San Jacinto. List of Texas Honor Days: January 26 Lamar Day February 19 Statehood Day March 2 Texas Independence/ Flag Day March 6 Alamo Heroes’ Day March 27 Goliad Heroes’ Day April 21 San Jacinto Day 3rd Sat in September Texian Navy Day September 18 Texas Heroes’ Day October 2 Gonzales Day November 3 Stephen F. Austin’s Birthday November 6 Founders Day
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Shirley Shandley, Broker 698 Highway 83 South * Office 830-232-6422 · #8 – New Listing! 3/2 Home on 1.97 AC, large game room, barn & storage bldg., fenced backyard, fronts FM 1120 $279,000 · #9 – New Listing! 370.79 AC Real Co. Ideal hunting property, Rock House w/fireplace, well w/50,000 gal. storage tank, barns, pens, Co. Rd. access, Sika, Fallow, Axis, Elk, Black Buck Antelope $2656 Per AC · #12 – New Listing! Frio Riverfront – 3/2 Home perfect for entertaining on 1.81 AC, large deck shaded by huge oaks, both sides Frio River + adjoins 20 AC private river park $389,000 · #33 – Newly Priced! 3/2/2 Exceptionally Neat & well maintained home on 1.3 AC, high ceilings, fenced, workshop, landscaped $215,000 · #3 – 5.07 AC+/- Concan, Uvalde Co., remote homesite, heavily treed, 1.4 miles off Hwy 127 $29,000 · #11 – 429.14 AC Edwards Co. private & secluded with space for hunting, hiking & other recreational activities. Free roaming wildlife, nice elevation changes & covered in native vegetation $579,336 · #15 – Newly Priced! Frio River Access at private park – Pretty 1.68 Ac lot, water & electric available, views, RV storage, short walk to river $110,000 · #29 – Newly Priced! 3.58 AC N. of Leakey, fronts Hwy 83, water & electric available, nice views $75,000 · #6 – 55.38 AC Hunting Ranch NW Real Co. easy access from I-10, fronts Hwy 41, Cabin w/electricity $185,523 · #37 – Newly Priced! Waterfront furnished cabin, all utilities + well house/utility room w/washer/dryer, freezer, refrigerator, Kawasaki Mule, paddle boat $219,000 · #10 – 6.10 Fenced AC, Cabin with spectacular views from front porch, dbl carport, RV with covered deck, minutes to Garner SP & Frio River $224,950 · #4 – 5.74 AC off scenic RR 337, several bldg. sites, fencing, low taxes, sensible restrictions, great views $48,000 · #36 – 9.3 AC Homesite in gated community West of Leakey, water, electric, beautiful views, possible owner terms $108,600
· #26 – 1.87 AC Private Frio River Park Access – RiverTree, gated community, water/electric available (Owner/Assoc. Broker) $75,000 · #32 – 27.22 AC+/- off Hwy 41 with plenty of cover & numerous oaks, lots of wildlife in area, electricity close $90,000 · #7 – 90.87 AC+/- off RR 337, cabin, well, electric, septic, storage bldg., 2 RV hookups, Axis, Whitetail, Sika $515,000 · #44 – 5.601 AC Sabinal Riverfront, huge Cypress Trees, beautiful view of river, gated community (Owner/ Agent) $215,000 · #45 - Sabinal Riverfront Lot, Hwy 187 front, Utopia, joins #46 (Owner/Agent) $75,000 · #46 – Fronts Sabinal River & Hwy 187 just outside Utopia, metal 2 car storage bldg., joins #45 (Owner/ Agent) $85,000 · #30 – Nueces River Access 4.56 AC water & elect. avail., septic installed. Bldg site w/view of hills, gated community $84,000 · #1 – 6.57 AC fronts Wilson Creek, water well, electric, septic, caliche pad, 30 amp RV hook-up, spectacular views! $139,000 · #31 – 7 AC Hillside views, 3/2 Home overlooking spring-fed lake which is part of 50 AC park for Roaring Springs $199,000 · #28 – Prime Frio River tract, Frio Vista #7, Cypress trees, N. of Leakey 1.26 AC (Owner/Broker) $275,000 · #57 – Newly Priced! 1.07 AC Concan adjacent & access to community clubhouse/swim pool, water system, underground utilities, paved street. OWNER TERMS $5000 down, 7%, 10 yr, $464.44 per month (Owner/Broker) $45,000 · #13 – 4.40 AC between Garner SP & Concan, water & electric available, access to club house w/pool $55,500 · #56 – Lot 27 VV 1.08 AC, gated community near Garner State Park, underground water & elect. $49,500 · #77 – Lot 57 VV 1.01 AC, elect. & water, gated, area access to clubhouse w/swim pool $39,500
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HCH RECIPE CONTEST Beginning July 15, 2017 and ending November 15, 2017 the Hill Country Herald will be sponsoring a recipe contest. If chosen your recipe will be featured in the Hill Country Herald Newspaper and in the Hill Country Herald Recipe Book which will be available in January of 2018! RULES 1. All submissions must be typed and submitted by email to: emcarnegie1956@gmail.com. 2. We encourage you to tell us about your recipe. Tell us for instance: It is your favorite recipe because your grandmother made it every Thanksgiving. Then tell us about Thanksgiving with Grandma! 3. Send pictures. We want as many recipes and experiences from local residents, long time tourists or new visitors as we can get! But more importantly, we want the story of the recipe. We want our Hill Country Recipe Book to be representative of all the People who read our paper! 4. We will not, of course be able to choose every recipe, but if you’re your recipe and story are chosen, they will be featured in the Hill Country Herald Newspaper and in the Hill Country Recipe Book that will be available online and at the Newspaper Office in January 2018.
GRANNY’S KITCHEN BACK TO BASICS.... OLD FASHIONED RECIPES LIKE GRANNY MADE Submit your recipes for the Recipe Contest! Once the contest has been completed we will be putting together a “Hill Country Herald Recipe Book” that will include all submissions, their story and pictures. If you can’t email the submissions, please mail to P O Box 822, Leakey, TX 78873. In keeping with the spirit of the contest this week we will be publishing old fashioned recipes. Enjoy!
COUNTRY MAC N CHEESE
Our Country Mac ‘n’ Cheese is so easy to make, you might actually feel guilty about it. Your slow cooker will do all the work while you sit back and relax. Cooking doesn’t get much easier than that! 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour 3 1/2 cups milk 2 teaspoons prepared mustard 1 teaspoon instant minced onion 1 (10-3/4-ounce) can Cheddar cheese soup, undiluted 2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese 1 (8-ounce) package pasteurized prepared cheese product, cubed 1 (16-ounce) package elbow macaroni, uncooked 1 1/2 cups cubed cooked ham (optional) 1/4 cup French-fried onions Coat a 4- to 5-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In prepared slow cooker, combine all ingredients except French-fried onions, mix well. Cover and cook on LOW setting 2 to 2-1/2 hours, or until tender. Let stand 10 minutes; stir before serving. Top with French-fried onions.
OLD FASHIONED CHICKEN
Old-Fashioned Chicken is a dish that takes us back to Mom’s kitchen, without all the fuss of preparing it like she did. It’s a great-tasting chicken dish that doesn’t take much tending, so you can get dinner on the table with minimal effort. This easy chicken dinner is sure to please the whole gang because it’s packed with hearty ingredients and tons of flavor. 2 tablespoons oil 1/2 teaspoon salt 2 1/2 pounds chicken thighs or drumsticks (about 8 pieces) 1 onion, chopped 1 (14-ounce) can cannellini beans, drained (See Note) 2 (15-ounce) cans whole potatoes, drained and cut in half 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained 2 tablespoons tomato paste 2 teaspoons dried tarragon 2 teaspoons garlic powder 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, heat oil. Sprinkle salt over chicken and cook 10 minutes, or until browned on each side, turning halfway through cooking. Add onion and saute about 2 minutes. Add remaining ingredients to chicken; mix well. Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low and simmer 30 minutes, or until chicken is tender and cooked through. Notes: You can use any type of white bean here in place of the cannellini beans: pinto beans, garbanzo beans (chickpeas), or black-eyed peas. We love one-pot dinner recipes like these, ‘cause there’s hardly any work or clean-up involved! If you want more one-pot recipes, be sure to check out our collection of 50 Quick and Easy One-Pot Meals. If you love easy chicken recipes that use dark meat, check out our collection of 20+ Simple Chicken Drumstick Recipes.
OLD FASHIONED CORN CHOWDER
If you’re a fan of rich and creamy soups that don’t take a lot of work, you’re in luck. Our Old-Fashioned Corn Chowder is so simple to make and tastes so good, your gang’ll think you spent all day in the kitchen! 6 slices bacon 1 cup chopped onion 4 red potatoes, cubed 1 cup water 2 (14.75-ounce) cans cream-style corn 3 cups half-and-half 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper In a soup pot over medium-high heat, cook bacon until crisp. Remove bacon to a paper towel-lined
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plate, let cool, then crumble and set aside. Over medium heat, cook onion in bacon drippings 3 to 4 minutes, or until tender, stirring constantly. Add potatoes and water; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer 18 to 20 minutes, or until potatoes are fork-tender. Stir remaining ingredients into potato mixture; cook until thoroughly heated, stirring often. Ladle into bowls, sprinkle with bacon, and serve immediately. Serve with a side of homemade cornbread.
OLD FASHIONED POTATO SOUP
Relax as our Old-Fashioned Potato Soup simmers stovetop, and look forward to the thick, rich-tasting result that is as wonderful as the original, but uses a today shortcut to make it even easier. 1 1/2 cups diced onion 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter or margarine 4 cups large-diced potatoes (about 2 to 2-1/2 pounds) 1 carrot, coarsely grated 2 cups water 1 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1 teaspoon dried dillweed 3 cups milk 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 1/4 cup potato flakes In a large saucepan, brown the onion in the butter. Add the potatoes, carrot, water, salt, pepper and dillweed. Cook on low until potatoes are creamy, about 45 minutes. Stir in the milk and parsley and continue cooking until mixture is heated through. Stir in the potato flakes. If you’d like, add frozen peas or broccoli at the milk stage.
OLD FASHIONED CORN BREAD
4 Tbsp vegetable oil or bacon grease divided 2 cups coarse stone-ground cornmeal 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp baking soda 1 tsp kosher salt 2 large eggs 1-1/2 cups buttermilk Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Add 2 Tbsp vegetable oil or bacon grease to the cast-iron skillet. Place the skillet in the oven for about 5-7 minutes to heat up. While the skillet is heating up, combine the cornmeal, baking powder, baking soda and salt in a large bowl. Add the eggs, buttermilk and 2 Tbsp vegetable oil or melted bacon grease to a smaller bowl and whisk until well combined. Add the liquid ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not over mix. Using a heavy-duty oven mitt or potholder, carefully remove the hot skillet from the oven. Tilt the skillet to make sure the bottom and sides are covered with oil. Immediately pour the cornbread batter into the skillet. You should hear a nice sizzle, and you will see the cornbread already start to rise. Place the skillet in the oven and bake for about 20-25 minutes, or until the cornbread is a deep golden brown and has pulled away from the sides a little. To ensure it is done, insert a toothpick into the center. It should come out clean. Serve immediately.
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special session call. “Thanks to the passage of this critical legislation, Texas will now be able to continue to license new doctors and regulate the practice of medicine,” said Governor Abbott. “As the first order of business on my special session call, these
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Governor Greg Abbott Signs Legislation To Reform Municipal Annexation Process AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott signed Senate Bill 6 (SB 6), which will reform and restrict the municipal annexation process. Under the new law, authored by Sen. Donna Campbell and Rep. Dan Huberty, Texans will now be able to vote on whether a city
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property rights matter,” said Governor Abbott. “Residents from across the state that have expressed their concerns about feeling abused by the annexation process have had their voices heard. I’m proud to sign legislation ending forced annexation practices, which is
nothing more than a form of taxation without representation, and I thank the legislature for their attention to this important issue during the special session.”
Governor Greg Abbott Participates In White House’s 2017 Hurricane Preparedness Briefing For State Leaders
AUSTIN - Governor Greg Abbott joined President Donald J. Trump, heads of federal agencies and other Governor’s from across the country via video teleconference for the 2017 White House Hurricane Briefing. In addition to the President, other participants on the teleconference included Department of Homeland Security Acting-Secretary Elaine Duke and Federal Emergency Management Agency Administrator Brock Long, who discussed the importance of readiness efforts and provided an overview of response to and recovery from a hurricane. During the teleconference, Governor Abbott spoke about the preparedness efforts already underway in Texas to ensure the state is ready in the event of a hurricane. “Texas is in a constant state of hurricane preparedness, and the safety of Texans is our top prior-
ity,” said Governor Abbott. “The Texas Division of Emergency Management continues to plan and train in the event of a hurricane, and I would encourage all Texans to be mindful of the dangers and always comply with evacuation orders issued by local officials. I appreciate the efforts of our partners at the federal level in helping to build resilience, preparedness & responsiveness in communities across the country.”
“Natural disaster preparedness is a joint effort between state and local partners, the American people, and the federal government. We at DHS and FEMA are ready to respond quickly, efficiently, and effectively when a disaster occurs,” said Acting Secretary Duke. “We take this responsibility seriously, and like today will continue to coordinate closely with our state and local partners to support our nation’s collective ability to respond.”
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NEW LISTINGS Four Bedroom four bath river front home located in the popular Frio Pecan Farm. Home is a good money maker and is in like new condition. Open floor plan concept with great room. Huge deck overlooking the river. $439,000. PRICE REDUCED!!! Three bed-room 2 1⁄2 bath home outside the city limits on 1.74 acres. Home is in like new condition and features a covered deck and a detached workshop. City water. Huge oak trees provide a lot of shade for the beautiful yard. $189,000. Three bed-room 2 bath riverfront home on the Frio River. Four decks to choose from when you want to drink coffee and listen to the river. $425,000. Three bed-room two bath home with approximately 2,223 square feet, on 45 acres, close to town, yet private. Other improvements include a large barn. $579,000. Three bed-room one bath log home on 28 acres, approximately 11 miles south of Utopia. Extensive frontage on Highway 187. Won’t last long at $305,000. Two bed-room one bath home in Leakey, located on corner lot and walking distance to schools. $129,900. Cabin #9 in Frio Pecan Farm. Great Income producing property. Two bed-room 2 bath cabin fully furnished and with all the amenities offered by the Pecan Farm for only $155,000. 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. Three bed-room 2 bath modern brick home on 3.25 acres just outside Sabinal, Texas. Two large outbuildings consisting of an equipment shed and a workshop. Plenty of room for a garden or a 4-H project. Approximately 2 miles to town. $225,000. COMMERCIAL Established Auto Parts Store located in the heart of Leakey. Well established, great business in a great location. $259,000 plus inventory! Like new office building on the south side of town, where all the new development is happening. Great access and visibility from Highway 83. A rock fireplace in the reception area adds to the rustic ambience this building provides. Sit outside in the morning and drink coffee on the huge covered front porch. $250,000. 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. LAND 5-acre river front tract in Rancho Real. Great building site with beautiful river frontage. Go to sleep at night listening to the water running over the rapids. Only $119,000. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. PRICE REDUCED!!! 5-acre tract in the Ridge. Great building site, access to river park, paved roads, security gate, TCEQ approved water system, only $92,000. 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 5 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 Four bedroom 3 bath home on 6.88 acres just outside D’Hanis Texas. Great home with plenty of space for a garden or orchard. Barn in the back yard complete with storage area and a smoke house. Private but close to town. Easy commute to Hondo or San Antonio. Priced at $269,000. 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. PRICE REDUCED!!! 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 $179,000. PRICE REDUCED!!! 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. $549,900. 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.
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Utopia Golf is located in the Sabinal Canyon near the town of Utopia, Texas, in Uvalde County. The front gate is located on Hwy. 187, one mile south of Utopia. Two popular state parks - Garner State Park and Lost Maples State Park - are less than a 16 mile drive away. We are 30 miles from Bandera, 18 miles from Sabinal, 22 miles from Concan or Leakey, and 42 miles from Uvalde. Come visit us!
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Specialty Meats, Prepared Foods, Fresh Produce, Beer/Wine, Full Coffee and Ice Cream Bars, Gummy Bear Bar, Home Goods, Decor, Picnic, Gifts, Deer Corn/Feed, Hunting/Fishing License!
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STAR DRY CLEANING SERVICES DROP OFF MONDAY BEFORE 9 AM PICK UP THURSDAY DROP OFF THURSDAY BEFORE 9 AM PICK UP MONDAY
• Fresh Cut Steaks • Fresh Ground Beef • Deli Meats • Camping Supplies
OPEN SUNDAYS !! 9a.m.-8p.m. Corner of 83 and 337 DOWNTOWN, LEAKEY, TEXAS
830-232-6299 Hours: M-T 7a.m. - 8p.m. Fri. 7-9 Sat. 8-9
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Wednesday, August 16, 2017
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TRITRI-CANYON CANYONBRANCH BRANCH
410 S. HWY. 83 LEAKEY, TEXAS 830.232.4553
WE TREAT OUR CUSTOMERS LIKE NEIGHBORS BECAUSE THEY ARE CHICKEN EARL’S IS OPEN!! 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
NOW SERVING CHICKEN LIVERS!!
TUESDAY AND FRIDAY
830-232-5001
OPEN FROM 11 a.m. until sold out!!
HWY 83 SOUTH, LEAKEY TEXAS