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PEARL HARBOR - A DAY THAT WILL LIVE IN INFAMY It was early Sunday morning in 1941 near a lagoon harbor on the island of Oahu, Hawaii, west of Honolulu. It was the headquarters of the United States Pacific Fleet. Beautiful swaying palm trees stood against the wind and crystal blue waters were visible as the sun rose higher in the morning sky as singing waves lapped the shore. Possibly, there was the laughter of children and islanders, as people strolled in the morning sun. Many military personnel had been given passes to attend religious services off base. At 7:02 a.m., two radar operators spotted large groups of aircraft in flight toward the island from the north, but, with a flight of B-17s expected from the United States at the time, they were told to sound no alarm. So as the sky filled with Japanese bombers, the air assault came as a devastating surprise. Just before 8 a.m. on December 7, 1941, hundreds of Japanese fighter planes descended on the American naval base at Pearl Harbor. The Japanese plan was simple: Destroy the Pacific Fleet. Then Americans would not be able to fight back as Japan’s armed forces spread across the South Pacific. Japanese planes clouded the sky at 8:10 when an 1,800-pound bomb smashed through the deck of the USS Arizona and hit her forward ammunition magazine. The ship exploded and sank with more than 1,000 men trapped inside. continued page 4
Rio Frio Historic Church Hosts Huajilla Unit Meeting
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The Frio Canyon Chamber of Commerce would like to thank Kathy Suttle for all of her hard work on the “Funky Christmas Follies”. Without her the event would not have been the great success it was!!. Thank You for everything you do for our Community!!
BETTY DEVOS…SECRETARY OF EDUCATION ELECT by Elaine Padgett Carnegie
Betsy DeVos is hardly a household name, but the Michigan billionaire and conservative activist has quietly helped change the education landscape in many states, spending millions of dollars in a push to expand voucher programs that give families taxpayer dollars to pay for private and religious schools. President-elect Donald Trump’s decision to nominate Betsy DeVos, as his education secretary has caused great consternation in parts of the education world — those parts that are deeply
concerned about the future of public education. Now DeVos is poised to spread her preference for vouchers nationwide. President-elect Donald Trump’s nomination for education secretary suggests he MIGHT be aiming to follow through with campaign promises to expand the movement toward “school choice” — including vouchers and charter schools — in an effort to break up a public education system that he has called “a government-run monopoly.” Trump’s pick has intensified what
already was a polarized debate about school choice. Advocates for such choice see in the Trump administration an extraordinary opportunity to advance their cause on a national scale, whereas teachers unions and many Democrats fear an unprecedented and catastrophic attack on public schools, which they see as one of the nation’s bedrock civic institutions. Jim DeMint, president of the conservative Heritage Foundation, cheered DeVos on Wednesday, saying that “the school choice movement will have a
champion in the Education Department.” American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten said that Trump’s pick “makes it loud and clear that his education policy will focus on privatizing, defunding and destroying public education in America.” Kary Moss, executive director of the American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan, explained the anxiety many have about DeVos as education secretary in a statement that said in part: continued page 4
SAHAWE DANCERS ENTERTAIN AT THE DAR UVALDE DE LAS ENCINAS CHAPTER MEETING
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National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), Uvalde de las Encinas Chapter, Regent Lesley Jones opened the November meeting by welcoming 16 members and two guests at the El Progreso Library at 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 19th. After the opening rituals, Pat Burrier read the President General’s Message, which commended members for honoring veterans on November 1 1th, with a reminder that the 100th anniversary of Armistice Day will be celebrated in 2018 and chapters should begin planning activities to honor all veterans of all wars on that occasion. She also noted we should be especially grateful for all our blessings as we enjoy Thanksgiving with our families this year. Revis Leonard read the National Defense Report, which included information about Fort Huachuca, in the Huachuca Mountains in Southeastern Arizona about fifteen miles north of the Mexican border. This outpost was established by Captain Samuel Whitside in March continued page 5
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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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Daughters of the Republic of Texas 4th and 7th Grade Texas History Essay Contest Calling all 4th and 7th Grade Texas History Students! It is time for the Daughters of the Republic of Texas – Texas History Essay contest. The CaddelSmith Chapter of DRT is pleased to help sponsor this contest. The purpose of this contest is to stimulate interest in the early history of Texas to the schools and students of our state. 4th and 7th grade students participating have an opportunity to win at four different levels. 1) First, second and third place winners will be selected by the Caddel-Smith Chapter. They will be recognized March 4, 2017, at the Leakey United Methodist Church, Leakey at 2:00 p.m. with certificates and cash prizes (1st place, $50.00; 2nd place, $30.00; 3rd place, $20.00). 2) The first-place winner will be judged on the District VII level. Our association is divided into ten districts, each district submitting one winner. 3) The Education and Flag Committee with the guidance of the Fifth Vice President General will select one state winner for the 4th grade and one state winner for the 7th grade. The 4th and 7th grade state
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winners will be invited to attend the Daughters of the Republic of Texas Historical Evening, May 26, 2017 in Dallas. The winner will be asked to read his/her essay at the Historical Evening event. The winner will receive a cash prize and dinner for three to this event. 4) The Caddel-Smith Chapter awards a $1,000 Scholarship each year to a graduating senior. To be eligible, the senior must have placed 1st either in the 4th grade or the 7th grade essay contest. The senior will contact the Caddel-Smith Chapter of DRT for a scholarship application. Winners from 2015-2016 Essay Contest are picThe 2016-2017 4th grade essay tured with Mrs. Kay Anderson. L-R Kay Andertopic: “Sam Houston” son, Hailey Spaniel, Leakey; Kayley Phillippe, The 2016-2017 7th grade essay Utopia; and Kristopher Allen, Leakey. topic: “Samuel Maverick” If your 4th grade and 7th grade teacher has not received information about the Essay
Contest and you want to participate, please contact Kay Anderson, Leakey, 830232-5019 (H), 830591-8080 (Cell). Mrs. Anderson will provide your teacher with the Contest Rules. This is a good opportunity to learn about writing essays. You will be required to write essays throughout your school years. DEADLINE FOR COMPLETING ESSAYS: Essays will be picked up at your school on January 23, 2017. Good Luck to each of You! We look forward to seeing outstanding essays from each of you.
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Frio Canyon Branch - Leakey Join Us For Our Annual Christmas Open House Monday, December 12th 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Complimentary photos with Santa Schedule 9:00 a.m. Leakey ISD ( Pre K & Kinder) 10:00 a.m. Big Springs (Kinder-4th) 10:30 a.m. Carol Morrison’s Dulcimer Music 12:00 p.m. Erin Fortner 1:00 p.m. Leakey ISD (1st-3rd) ***With special music by Amy Hubbard***
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JAIL REGISTER
November 27 - December 3, 2016
NO ARRESTS
Real County Sheriff’s Office Weekly Dispatch Report November 27- December 3, 2016 11/27/2016 @ 920 responded to Ranch Road 337 west of Leakey for loose cattle 1358 responded to a residence on Chula Vista #1 east of Camp Wood to unlock a vehicle
12/2/2016 @ 2228 responded to Ranch Road 336 north of Leakey for a motorist assist
11/29/2016 @ 1731 responded to a residence on Patterson Creek west of Leakey for a report of harassing phone calls 11/30/2016 @ 2219 responded to a residence on Flat Rock Road south of Leakey for a civil standby
Real County Law Officers Bruce Carr, Sheriff Steven Castro, Deputy Sheriff Mark Cox, Deputy Sheriff Nathan Johnson, Deputy Sheriff Teddy Douthit, Deputy Sheriff Jim Wilson, Constable Corporal Jake Sanchez, 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.
The Compassionate Friends, Supporting Family After a Child Dies Annual Worldwide Candle Lighting
Sunday, December 11, 2016
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at Riverside Nature Center, 150 Francisco Lemos Street, Kerrville THE HILL COUNTRY HERALD WILL NOT HAVE A PAPER FOR THE ISSUE DATES OF November 23rd and December 28th WE WISH ALL OF OUR READERS A HAPPY THANKSGIVING AND A MERRY CHRISTMAS.
Sul Ross State University Rio Grande College will be closed to celebrate the holidays Wed., Dec. 21, 2016 through Sun., Jan. 1, 2017. Offices at all sites will reopen Mon., Jan. 2, 2017 at 8 a.m. Spring classes begin Tues., Jan. 17.
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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, Bella Rubio 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 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:Gene Buckner 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
NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of BOBBY W. RYAN, Deceased, were issued on November 18, 2016, in Cause No. 2016-1224-PR, pending in the County Court of Real County, Texas, to: SHERYL R. MICHALAK. All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. SHERYL R. MICHALAK, Independent Executor c/o Casey A. Burns BBCs LAW OFFICE PLLC P.O. Box 3025 Marble Falls, TX 78654 DATED the 5”’ day of December, 2016.
The Texas Hill Country Chapter of The Compassionate Friends, TCF, is joining with hundreds of TCF memorial services around the world for our program and candle lighting honoring the memory of our children who left us too soon. We light a candle for all children who have died … that their light may always shine. The Compassionate Friends Worldwide Candle Lighting unites family and friends around the globe in lighting candles at 7:00 p.m. local time. Hundreds of thousands of persons commemorate and honor the memory of all children gone too soon. In the Hill Country The Compassionate Friends, a support group for bereaved parents and siblings, is sponsoring the TCF Candle Lighting at the Riverside Nature Center, 150 Francisco Lemos Street, Kerrville, from 6:00- 8:00 p.m. Sunday, December 11. There will be special readings, music, and the lighting of candles in remembrance of sons and daughters, siblings, and grandchildren who have died. The death may be recent or long ago and from any cause. All families and friends in the community are invited to attend. Please bring a framed picture of the loved one or a small remembrance and a potluck dish to share at the fellowship time after the program. Now believed to be the largest mass candle lighting on the globe, the 20th annual Worldwide Candle Lighting, a gift to the bereavement community from The Compassionate Friends, creates a virtual 24-hour wave of light as it moves from time zone to time zone. TCF’s WWCL started in the United States in 1997 as a small Internet observance, but has since swelled in numbers as word has spread throughout the world of the remembrance. Hundreds of formal candle lighting events are held and thousands of informal candle lightings are conducted in homes as families gather in quiet remembrance of children who have died, but will never be forgotten. For information, please call Sue Endsley at (830) 928- 7745.
12/3/2016 @ 712 responded to Leakey Buckstop for a report of a lost child 1227 responded to a residence on Middleton Drive in Leakey for a report of suspicious activity 1639 responded to Leakey Community Health Development for a burglary alarm 2038 responded to Leakey Buckstop for suspicious activity
CASEY A. BURNS Attorney for SHERYL R. MICHALAK State Bar No.: 24050356 BURNs LAw OFFICE PLLC P. 0. Box 3025 Marble Falls, TX 78654 Telephone: (830) 201-4014 Facsimile: (888) 511-1644 E-Mail: casey@caseyburns1aw.com
LETTER TO THE EDITOR Dear Friends, As many of you know I was injured in a fall and broke my back. But, thanks to some very skillful and Dedicated EMS technicians out of Rocksprings and a quick helicopter ride to Brook Army Medical Center (now SAMMC) in San Antonio, I received extremely good care. I want everyone to know how much I appreciate your concerns and prayers. My recovery is going well and I should be back to my normal short, fat, bald, old, broke and cranky self very soon. I especially want to thank my fellow troglodytes (you know who you are) for your prayers and especially the original get well card. It jump started my recovery. God bless all of you and many thanks. Tom Caldwell Leakey, Texas
On December 12, 2016, the Huajilla Unit TRTA will meet at 11 AM at the Alsatian Restaurant in Castroville for a Christmas social luncheon. Books collected in the annual book project will be presented to several Medina County organizations. Please RSVP with your area contact person or President Irene Dubberly. The regular meeting schedule will resume in January 2017.
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The Leakey Eagles defeated La Pryor 55-41 and Knippa 53-42 on Thursday December 1st to claim a spot in the championship game of the Southwest Texas Junior College tournament with the undefeated Brackett Tigers. Brackett boasts a 39 point average margin of victory versus other opponents this season. Early on, it looked like the Tigers might cruise to another blowout as they jumped out to a double digit lead early in the 2nd quarter and a 15 point lead at halftime. The Eagles, however, battled back to within 6 points with a little over 2 minutes to go in the game. Brackett played well down the stretch and
prevailed 41-31. The Eagles ended up 3-1 for the week with a 33-27 win over the Harper Longhorns whose line up contains three 6’6” players. Leakey had several other bright spots for the week as well. Haden Hart racked up a double double in the La Pryor game with 12 points (making 6 of 9 shots), 11 rebounds and he added 3 assists with only 1 turnover. Ethan Bobo provided a great spark off the bench with 9 points (making 4 of 5 shots) and great defense against the Bulldogs. As a team, the Eagles had 15 assists on their 21 made baskets and outrebounded the Bulldogs 39-27. In the Knippa game, Quinten
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Pigg made 50% of his shots for team high 20 points and 8 rebounds. Coleman Kerr led the team in assists for the tournament and scored 17 points in the Thursday games. Rylan Springer led the team in scoring and rebounding in the championship game. Hudson Springer was selected to the all tournament team. He provided a big spark in Leakey’s comeback attempt with 9 points and a couple key steals in the 4th quarter of the championship game. This week the Eagles host Natalia Tuesday (Dec 6th) before traveling to the Menard Thursday (Dec 8th) and Saturday (Dec 10th). The Eagles appreciate the support!
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Next, torpedoes pierced the shell of the battleship USS Oklahoma and with 400 sailors aboard, she lost her balance, rolled onto her side and slipped underwater. By the time the attack was over, every battleship in Pearl Harbor had sustained significant damage. (All but USS Arizona and USS Utah were eventually salvaged and repaired.) The barrage lasted just two hours, but it was devastating. The Japanese managed to destroy 20 American ships and more than 300 airplanes. Most important, almost 2,500 men were killed and another 1,000 or more were wounded. Still, the Japanese failed to cripple the Pacific Fleet. By the 1940’s, battleships were no longer the most important naval vessel: Aircraft carriers were, and as it happened, all of the Pacific Fleet’s carriers were away from the base on December 7. Moreover, the Pearl Harbor assault had left the base’s most vital onshore facilities–oil storage depots, repair shops, shipyards and submarine docks–intact. As a result, the U.S. Navy was able to rebound relatively quickly from the attack. The day after the assault, President Franklin D. Roosevelt said, “Yesterday, December 7, 1941 - a date which will live in infamy - the United States of America was suddenly and deliberately attacked by naval and air forces of the Empire of Japan. In the remainder of this speech he asked Congress to declare war on Japan; Congress approved his declaration with just one dissenting vote. Three days later, Japanese allies Germany and Italy also
declared war on the United States, and again Congress reciprocated. More than two years into the conflict, America had finally joined World War II. The American contribution to the successful Allied war effort spanned four long years and cost more than 400,000 American lives. As Pearl Harbor Day is remembered this year for the 75th time... there are those who still recall that day. I will end this article with their memories: Frances Lockaby knows exactly where she was when she heard about the attack on Pearl Harbor. On Dec. 7, 1941, she was 12 years old, riding with her parents from their home in Travelers Rest to visit cousins in Greenville. As they passed the United Methodist Church, the news bulletin came over the radio. “My daddy had been in World War I,” Lockaby recalled. “And he stopped the car right in the middle of the road, and he says, ‘This means war. We’re going to have another war.’ Anne Pecht’s family was a rarity in 1941: They had a television. “It was a Sunday, and my mother was in the kitchen getting dinner ready,” recalled Pecht, who grew up in Connecticut. “When we came back from church, my father turned on the radio, and immediately turned on our little bitty television set. He said, ‘You better come and listen.’ … And so the family crowded around this little television set to see the first pictures of the bombings. We could hardly believe it.” Suddenly life got very serious,” Pecht said. “We went into rationing of food and gas and coal and things like that. The table was not as full
of food as it had been before that. Movies told us more about the war than anything you could get on the radio. Of course, it took our imagination to fill in the holes, but still, it was traumatic, and so you just never got away from the war. You thought about it morning, noon and night.” Miriam DuPuy, just a few weeks shy of her 15th birthday, was at home listening to the New York Philharmonic on the radio with her parents and siblings. “They said, ‘We interrupt this program for a special news bulletin.’ … And we all stopped whatever we were doing and listened,” DuPuy said. “And I guess we all looked at each other … and wondered, ‘What did he say?’ And they said it again. DuPuy recalls later seeing a photo of the fall of Paris, and the image of a man “whose face was contorted in tears.” The war changed the world in vast ways, but it also shaped the lives of individuals who never set foot on a battlefield. You became more aware of your surroundings, you cared more about people, you were more a part of humanity, and you felt the grief when you saw the gold star that meant a person in that family had died in the war in someone’s window,” DuPuy, said. “Or when you saw what was happening in Europe, you were horrified. Things that you will never get over, simply because you saw them.” (The information from this article was taken from history.com and greenville.com among others.)
SECRETARY OF EDUCATION ELECT We strongly urge Congress to scrutinize the record of Betsy DeVos, who has been a staunch proponent of school vouchers, a misguided idea that diverts taxpayer dollars into private and parochial schools and perverts the bedrock American value of separation of church and state. She and her husband served as the primary fundraisers and engine for a Michigan ballot initiative — Kids First! Yes! Coalition that voters soundly rejected in 2000. She has ardently supported the unlimited, unregulated growth of charter schools in Michigan, elevating for-profit schools with no consideration of the severe harm done to traditional public schools. She’s done this despite overwhelming evidence that proves that charters do no better at educating children than traditional public schools and serve only to exacerbate funding
problems for cash-strapped public districts. We believe that all children have a right to a quality public education, and we fear that Betsy DeVos’ relentless advocacy of charter schools and vouchers betrays these principles.” Of course, our public school systems have been failing for some time. I have said before that my children did not get the quality of education that I received in the 60’s and 70’s from Public Schools. I am of the mind that when the Government stuck their big fat nose into the classroom Public Education began to decline. They took the separation of church and state to new levels of ridiculous and began to focus on too much that did not have much to do with a well rounded education, homemaking, shop and life skills went out the window! Yes, our Public School system
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needs some real attention. On the other hand… It is a basic American principal… free education for every child. Betsy DeVos’ will put an end to that if she has her way! Fix the Public Schools, take government out of the equation and allow the teachers to teach again. Do not take the right to free education from the children of America… it is a recipe for disaster! It is time to let your voices be heard yet again. Write or call your congressmen and local representatives. We don’t want free access to education denied to American children. It is hard enough in the economic climate to just live, many will not qualify for government aid for education and will still not be able to afford private or charter schooling for their kids. As I said, It is a recipe for disaster!
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Region Band Contest On Saturday, December 3rd, members of the Nueces Canyon High School Band competed in the Association of Texas Small School Bands Region 11 Region Band contest. Amanda White on Tuba, Kyle Floyd on Trombone, Micah Vernor on Flute and Camille Harris also on Flute, all did a great job representing our band, school,
By Band Director Ted Buhrts
and community. Camille Harris not on made the region band, but qualified for area as well. In Region 11, 4A and below, she placed fifth in the Region Symphonic (top) band. Camille will be attending the Region clinic this Friday and Saturday with a concert to be given Saturday at 2pm at Pleasanton
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This past weekend, December 1st – 3rd, the Prowling Panthers competed in the 57th annual SWTJC Invitational. N.C. had drawn the tougher bracket and an early game with the Lady Rockcrushers from Knippa. On a bit of a crisp morning, the Panthers took a while to warm-up as they were slow on their defensive rotations. A young, but improved Knippa team found the bottom of the net when N.C. was sluggish to defend. And a hobbled Gabby Irwin seemed tentative on a tender left ankle to begin play. Even still the Panthers were too much on the inside for the undersized Crushers. N.C. took the 46 – 28 victory and were glad to move onto the next round. Top scoring for the Canyon was freshman, Zoe Burleson, with 18 points; Gabby Irwin with 11; and Megan Sifuentes had a solid start with 8 points. In the next round, the Canyon faced Leakey, the team who beat them during the Championship round last year. Big Blue would have to get by them if they were going to get another crack at the Championship Game. In the early minutes, each team exchanged blows with traded buckets. Gabby Irwin went to work early with penetrating drives and an outside three-pointer. Near the end of the first quarter, the Panthers’ superior speed began to show. The Panthers grabbed two steals and a rebound, and converted them into break away lay-ups for Jayden Aguilera
to wrestle the lead away from the Eagles. However just before the buzzer, N.C. took an outside shot a bit prematurely, and the Eagles’ senior guard made them pay with an NBA-range three-pointer banked-in to level the score a bit, 13 – 10 at the end of one quarter. In the second quarter, Irwin went back to work either hitting a driving jumper or dishing to N.C.’s new-found size inside with freshman Zoe Burleson. Ironically, it was on the defensive end where Burleson made her presence known. The six-footer gave a dominating performance on the defensive end, holding Leakey’s post to only 6 points on the night. Burleson, along with her teammates began to wear down the Eagles towards the end of the second quarter to grab a slight lead of 26 – 17. And in the second half, the Canyon put on a clinic as far as their defense. The entire team showed their best defense of the season holding the Eagles to only 8 points for the rest of the game. N.C. converted their steals into transition buckets by getting the ball in the hands of Jayden Aguilera to cash in with lay-ups. Aguilera led all scorers with 22 big ones to go with 5 assists. Irwin followed, with her own grand performance of 20 points to go with 8 steals, and 4 assists; and Zoe Burleson had her best all-around game with 9 points, 5 steals, and 4 assists. Big Blue advanced to the finals with the resounding 61 – 25 victory. In the Finals, N.C. faced off
against the Lady Buffs of Utopia. In the first half, the Panthers took control early. Their superior size on the inside overtook the game from the get-go. Utopia really had no answer for Burleson on the inside as her teammates penetrated and dished to her numerous times. She led all scorers with 26 points and 12 rebounds. Also, the Panthers’ 3\4 defense seemed to make the Buffalos’ guards apprehensive. By halftime, the game seemed all but over with N.C. going into the locker room up 36 -9. However, in the second half, the Panthers could learn a valuable lesson. Their intensity dropped mightily, and Utopia’s shooting touch came to life. The scrappy Utopia team outscored the Panthers in both quarters of the second half. N.C. had to rest Irwin’s ailing ankle, and N.C.’s bench nor the rest of the starters responded well. The Panthers did finish out the tournament with a 17-point victory, (56-39) but they will have to learn to play through lulls in the game much better for future competition. Even still, Gabby Irwin put up 11 points and 6 assists on limited playing, Jayden Aguilera had a great tournament all in all, and finished with 9 points on the night. Megan Sifuentes played solid defense over the tournament, and Vicki Ruiz gave good minutes off the bench for the Panthers. This victory would be N.C.’s first Championship since 2013 and their 11th overall to lead all schools in the area.
SAHAWE DANCERS ENTERTAIN 1877 to guard southern Arizona against the Chircahua Apaches, and has remained active when more than 50 other forts and posts in the territory were closed after Geronimo surrendered in 1886. Presently this national landmark houses the Army Military Affiliate Radio System (MARS), and continues its mission of border security by actively supporting the United States Border Patrol. It provides a vital part of our national defense and a link to a rich military history. Members were reminded by Regent Jones to add their contributions to the collec-
tion of Three’in’One Body Wash, Shampoo, and Conditioner to be distributed to veterans in December at the VA Hospital in Kerrville. Ramon Castro, adult leader of the Sahawe Dancers, who are recognized as being Uvalde’s Ambassadors of Good Will and are a 66-year tradition, introduced the group and fielded questions from the audience before the Dancers performed for a most interested group of ladies. The colorful costumes, made by the individual dancers, and their variety of performances were loudly applauded by the DAR members.
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The next gathering of the chapter will be the Christmas Party on Saturday, December 10, 2016, at the home of Toni Hull at 11 a.m. 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 DAR membership. For more information, contact Regent Lesley Jones at 830-563-2347. The group enjoyed lunch and a time of visitation at Jack’s Steak House following the meeting.
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Christmas has begun at the Ed Brune Charter School already. Students who live on the ranch were treated to an early
Each new resident on the ranch lined up and drew a number in order to see who selected their beautiful quilt for his or her bed first and then all students were allowed to select a hand made pillowcase as a special Christmas present. Cookies, ice cream, and punch were served prior to the awarding of the bedding. Also, some of the children put on a talent show. All had a great time.
placed in Central Christian were either memorials or honorariums. The Wednesday evening Bible Study has been postponed until the first of the new year.
This coming Wednesday, December 14 at 11:45 a.m., the Sabinal Senior Citizens are having a meal and bingo. The main dishes will be furnished and they ask if you would bring a dessert and a bingo prize. Come and join the fun. The Senior Citizens Center is located at 210 West Rheiner Avenue.
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Each year the Sabinal Quilt Club makes a quilt to raffle and the proceeds go to a non-profit or service organization. The drawing on the blue churn dash quilt occurred on November 29 with Julie Burris drawing the winning ticket. The winner was Jacob Mewhinney, who works under Dean Sterling at State Farm Insurance. It was presented to him by members of the quilt club on Friday, November 30, in Uvalde.
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This past Sunday, scripture was read by Fred Rooker and the message was delivered by Marold Sams. The church family has been greatly blessed by having several different people deliver quality messages. The Lord’s Supper is offered each week and open to anyone who has accepted Jesus as Lord and Savior and wants to partake. Following the morning service, all were invited to stay for a holiday dinner on the grounds.
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This coming Sunday, everyone’s invited to Pancakes for Breakfast at 10 a.m.. Stay for the service. The Youth, who are under the direction of Joe Redus, are taking a big part in the service, as it is Youth Sunday. Uvalde UMC Choir Performance In the Worship Space, Thursday, December 8 @ 7:00 pm. Open to all. Playground Fundraiser On Saturday, December 10 from 9:00 am to noon Frozen and ready to heat chicken spaghetti or enchilada casseroles, perfect for meals during the holiday season. Small casserole is $10.00 and a large is $18.00 All donations to benefit the construction of a new community playground for Sabinal. Advent Bible Study - The Coming of Christ in each Gospel Each week we will go further into the gospel messages of Christ’s arrival. Tuesday evenings during Advent 6, 13, & 20 at 7:00 pm At the Sabinal Dairy Queen - open to all Come have your favorite treat and fellowship Children and Youth Christmas Celebration In the Worship Space, Sunday, December 11 @ 5:30 pm Open to all. Youth Group - next meeting is December 18 at 5:30 pm For 6 - 12 grade Evening meal, worship, & Bible study Submitted by Glenn A. Luhrs
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This past Sunday there was a Frito pie and sausage wrap sale with the proceeds going toward the purchase of new church pews. December is the Month of the Divine Infancy. At St. Patrick’s the Novena for the Virgin of Guadalupe began on Sunday, December 4 and will run through December 12. All are invited to come and pray before Mass. The next Religious Education classes will be held on Sunday, December 11, from 9 a.m. to 10:50 a.m. Then they are expected to attend the Mass. December 8, Thursday, is the Solemnity of Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary. A Holy Day of Obligation is December 7 with a Vigil Mass beginning at 6:30 p.m. or on December 8 with Mass at St. Mary’s in Vanderpool at 9 a.m. and at 6:30 p.m. in Sabinal. At. St. Patrick’s on Monday, December 12 at 6:00 a.m., Las Mananitas will be followed by Mass at 6:30 a.m. and there will be breakfast following the Mass. If possible, please bring your favorite dish to share.
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Mayor Charles D. Story called the regular meeting of the Sabinal City Council to order at 7:00 p.m. on November 14, 2016 with the following aldermen, staff and visitors present: Mike Nuckles, Nancy Alvarado, Danny Dean, Ali Alejandro, Javier Flores, Andy Schaefer, Jesus Reyes, Betty Jo Harris, Jerod Neely, Jimmy R. Oranday, Hunter Schuehle, Dorothy Howard, and Jesse Lopez. Mayor Story led the invocation and pledge to the United States flag. On a motion by Flores and second by Alejandro, all six voted to approve the accounts payable and interim bills as presented. There were no citizens signed up to speak. Court clerk Amanda Renger gave the municipal court report. Chief Jesus Reyes gave the police report. Director of public works Jimmy Oranday gave the public works report. There were questions about the sewer contract (alamo), the water tower work, inspections, brush at mrs. Keath’s, gas meters, why the samples
are not sent by freight and weedy lots on the hill. Dean also mentioned there is going to be a program with the eaa next year where they will reveal leaks and repair them. City secetary Betty Jo Harris gave the financial reports on all accounts and noted that over 225 letters to gas customers had been sent on November 10, 2016. Hunter schuehle presented the request from tri-properties to close the north/south alley on the half block the company owns. The idea is to enlarge the shell station/subway and other improvements. On a motion by Dean and second by Schaefer, all six voted to pass Resolution 16-7, authorizing conveyance of row parcel-north/south alley, block 22, original town addition to tri-properties company. On a motion by Dean and second by Alvarado, all six voted to approve the quick-claim deed conveying a 0.064 Acre tract of land located within the corporate limits of the city of Sabinal, in Uvalde County, Texas, being a 20-foot-wide alley
Cuellar Creates Advantages Now a senior at Sul Ross Rio Grande College, Jesus Cuellar wanted to gain an advantage when he decided on a career in law enforcement. Even though he could qualify for many jobs with his high school diploma, he chose to complete a bachelor’s degree before applying for positions. He also took the time to apply for the Maxey Companies scholarship and complete the financial literacy class, which earned him extra money that he will use to help pay off his student loan. He graduates in the spring with a major in criminal justice and a minor in psychology, setting him up to join the law
in block 22, original town of Sabinal to triproperties company. On a motion by Flores and second by Alvarado, Flores, Alvarado, Nuckles, Alejandro, and Schaefer voted to approve the minutes of the October 24, 2016 meeting. Dean abstained. Motion passed. On a motion by Alvarado and second by Nuckles, all six voted to divide the city’s fourteen votes between Federico M. Flores, Javier Flores and Hector Luevano. There was a long discussion about the scope of services and requirements to be placed in requests for proposals for waste collection services. Mayor Story instructed Oranday to get ideas from nuckles. There was no action. Mayor Story announced that attorney Ashley White will be leaving to go to a firm in Dallas, and Jesse Lopez will be taking her place. The prosecutor will be Richard Lindner. On a motion by Alvarado and second by Nuckles, all six voted to adourn at 8:05 p.m.
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enforcement community in something more than an entry level position. The Eagle Pass native currently works at Comanche Ranch, where he has been for five years since he was a sophomore in high school. He maintains the facilities that house the owner’s warbirds, vintage military aircraft that are flown to and exhibited at airshows. Jesus caught flying fever and hopes to earn a helicopter pilot’s license one day. Cuellar has enjoyed taking classes from Dr. Martin Urbina, especially his criminal justice multiculturalism class. He said, “Every-
one gets to express an opinion and students get to learn not just what the professor tells you, but also from other students.” He praised Urbina for encouraging students to see life differently and urging them to do to what is right for them. He also credits his parents with his desire to complete college as they have encouraged all of their children to earn degrees. RGC offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate scholarships. Information about them and how to apply may be found at www.sulross.edu/rgc under the RGC Financial Aid link.
Wednesday, December 7, 2016
Rio Frio Historic Church Hosts Huajilla Unit by Linda Perkins
The Huajilla Unit TRTA meeting was called to order at 10:20 a.m. Later, as a young man, Suttle worked for John Nance Garner IV November 14, 2016 by President Irene Dubberly. Louis Stroud (1868-1967), 32nd vice-president during the presidency of Frankoffered the opening prayer and blessing of the meal to be served lin D. Roosevelt. Suttle shared memories of Garner—known as after adjourning the meeting. President Dubberly led the group in Cactus Jack—in two parts: Part 1. Garner, the Politician and Part reciting the pledges to the American and Texas flags and in sing- 2. Garner, the Family Man. ing “God Bless America.” Dubberly thanked the Rio Frio group Garner’s political career began after playing semiprofessional ball for arranging and setting up the facility. After giving welcome, and attending Vanderbilt University in Tennessee for one year. Dubberly called on Charles Carlson to provide a brief history of the After that he began to read the law, passed the bar exam, and was historic church, its restoration to its original 1915 look, and trans- admitted to the Texas bar in 1890. He moved to Uvalde in 1892 formation from church to area community center. Carlson then as a lawyer. In 1895 while running for county judge, Garner met invited all present after lunch to tour several Huajilla Unit mem- Mariette (Ettie) Rheiner of Sabinal. Hearing that she opposed his bers’ homes in the Rio Frio area. Carlson also indicated that he candidacy because she thought him a “scalawag,” he determined would introduce the speaker later after conclusion of the business to meet her. Garner asked her out; and, after a brief courtship, meeting. Dubberly then recognized TRTA District 20 president married her in November 1895. The couple had only one son Barbara Soto who would speak later during the meeting. Tully. In 1898 Garner was elected as a state legislator and earned The minutes of the October 27 meeting were presented. No cor- the name “Cactus Jack” because he wanted the cactus flower to rections or additions were indicated; they were approved for filing. become the state flower. Elected as a conservative Democrat, The treasurer’s report was presented next by Sam Dubberly. He Garner served from 1903-33 in the US House of Representatives; moved to approve the treasurer’s report for filing; Bruce Simpson Ettie was his secretary. He was a great speaker, having the ability seconded the motion, and it carried. to speak extemporaneously. Also known for his “colorful vocabuThe following committee reports were given: lary,” Garner was a “man’s man.” Due to his great influence, he Informative and Protective Committee Chair Linda Perkins was elected as minority whip in 1928, and in 1931 he took over announced that handouts were available on the registration table. as speaker of the House. His ability to use this powerful position The Community and Volunteer Services, Membership, and Book made him a household name in the US. Furthermore, he had the Project Committee reports were presented by Chair Lola Hill. reputation of doing right, even if it caused him to lose. Regarding CVS, Hill reminded members to keep track of their vol- Continuing his memories of Cactus Jack, Suttle shared a list of unteer hours from January 1- December 31, 2016 and turn them in noteworthy programs influenced by and pushed through by the at the January 23, 2017, meeting. Hours may be calculated on vari- former vice-president: The graduated income tax; repeal of Proous activities such as babysitting, volunteering for church projects, hibition; the Federal Reserve System; construction of rural roads; community projects, et cetera. work for people during the Great Depression; the CCC (Civilian Hill thanked the calling committee for contacting members about Conservation Corps); construction of many US parks (including meetings and encouraging members to renew their membership for Garner State Park, although opposed initially to its being named 2016-17 if they had not already done so. after him and thinking it a pork-barrel project). As Hill began her report on the Huajilla Book Project, she passed Ultimately, Garner’s conservative views and President Roosevelt’s around an envelope, reminding members that they could donate liberal visions for the nation created dissension between them. money or place new or gently used books for children in a box on During Garner’s second term as vice-president, the gap between the registration table. Hill and her committee will divide the books the two grew wider. By 1940 Garner, having been assured by equally and donate them Roosevelt that he would at the Christmas social not seek a third term, luncheon to several area decided to run for presiorganizations whose dent. After learning that goals include encouragthe President would run ing reading and provida third time, Garner ran ing a happy holiday. anyway but lost in the Health Committee primary. John Wallace Chair Pat Havel then became vice-president in highlighted a section on Roosevelt’s third term. mnemonics (activities to By 1941 Garner returned maintain memory and to Uvalde, leaving Washmind sharpness) in the ington, DC behind forNovember 2016 “HRTA ever. As a family man he Health Bulletin she had lived with his wife Ettie been disseminated at the in the “servants’ quarbeginning of the meetters” behind the Rheiner ing. Library until her death Irene Dubberly, unit hisin 1948. Their son Tully torian and website chair, lived next door. When reminded members to Garner retired from public look for minutes and office, no governmentDub Suttle (left), who presented a program on “My Memories of John Nance Garner.” Suttle photos of various unit worked for Mr. Garner from age 15 until after Garner’s passing. Charles Carlson (right), a host funded security was promeetings and activities member of the meeting held at the Historic Rio Frio Building, presents an appreciation gift of vided; so, Suttle related on the Huajilla Unit huajilla honey to Suttle. that his job was to help Facebook page. with security for the viceDubberly also asked members—at least three from different president, then 90 years old. In the early ‘60s Garner had suffered towns—to consider serving on the nominating committee to rec- a stroke, and part of Suttle’s job was to help him get up, get dressed, ommend officers for 2017-18. and be ready to meet the numerous visitors who came to call on Since November is TRTA Foundation month, Chair Bruce Simpson him. Suttle recalls that on November 22, 1963, Garner’s birthday, passed an envelope among the audience for donations; as the enve- the house was full of guests. The phone rang and Mrs. Lincoln, lope made its rounds, Simpson reiterated several specific cases in President John F. Kennedy’s secretary, indicated that the President which the money is used to help retirees in distress and for needs wanted to wish Garner a happy birthday. A short time later Kenin school classrooms. Examples include a TRTA member who nedy had been shot and was dead. On November 7, 1967, a few received money for new tires and another who received money for days before his 99th birthday, John Nance Garner IV died. His life dentures. Schools destroyed by an explosion in West, Texas, in had spanned several eras: Reconstruction to the Space Age. Suttle 2013 also benefited from Foundation money. Donations at today’s recalls numerous dignitaries attended the funeral, including Senameeting will be added to an amount already budgeted by Huajilla tor John Tower and Hubert H. Humphrey. Unit to be sent to the state organization. Simpson also pointed out A couple of weeks after his father’s death, Tully Garner called that members may donate individually; Suttle (a student at SWTJC) and asked the latest issue of The Voice contains a him to stop by the house. Tully wanted form for individual contributions to the to speak with Suttle about his educafund. In addition, the state organization tional plans after receiving his associate will be offering a new scholarship prodegree. When told that Suttle intended gram in 2017-18 for first-year teachers. to attend A&I in Kingsville, Tully stated Legislative and Education Committee that Suttle’s education would be paid for. Chair Ken Hanson urged members and Furthermore, Tully paid off the remainguests to contact the recently elected ing debt on Suttle’s car and continued to Senator Carlos Uresti (District 19) and provide the salary Suttle had received Representative Andrew Murr (District while working for the vice-president. 53). The most effective means of conIn summing up his memories of J.N. veying concerns, Hanson advised, is a Garner and the family, Suttle remarked, phone call or face-to-face (whenever “They were givers, not takers.” possible) meeting. Following the program, President DubHanson then turned to discussing health berly thanked Suttle and gave him a jar care for TRTA retirees. To compare/ of Huajilla honey on behalf of the Unit. contrast the present Aetna plan with the Dubberly subsequently returned to the new Humana Medicare Advantage Plan agenda, calling on TRTA District 20 Huajilla Present Irene Dubberly presenting an appreciation that will automatically begin January President Barbara Soto to give greetings gift of huajilla honey to guest and speaker Barbara Soto, 1, 2017, Hanson suggested going to District 20 President, and her husband Jesse. to local members. Soto urged members TRS.gov website or Humana and search to continue pushing for defined benfor the Medicare Advantage plan for Texas state retirees. Two pages efits. She explained that Humana had been awarded the contract displaying benefits of the Humana Medicare Advantage Plan will for the Medicare Advantage Plan because they had offered a lower pop up, including comparison of HMOs and PPOs (advantages and bid for the same benefits. Soto also encouraged members to make disadvantages of both). Regarding TRS-Care, Hanson indicated sure we are promoting education and benefits so the future will that the 2017 Texas Legislature will attempt to “fix” problems, at be bright for future retirees. She observed that one reason TRSleast for the next two years. However, Hanson warned that they Care may be in financial trouble is that retirees are living longer. will most likely be “kicking the can down the road” but fall short of She encouraged members to stay informed by going to the TRTA making any long-term, lasting changes. Hanson warned the audi- website, reading the TRTA quarterly publication The Voice, and ence to be watchful regarding Medicare; it is a two-tier system. registering online to receive Tim Lee’s Inside Line. Finally, Soto Doctors who continue to keep paper records only will probably be reminded members about the state convention in March in Austin. paid less than those who utilize electronic record-keeping. Wednesday will be “Wear Red Day;” TRTA members should wear Hanson continued, discussing two looming battles that will most red shirts so they will be identified as retired teachers. likely be waged in the 2017 legislative session: School choice— The final agenda item was the memorial ceremony to honor all where the money will go is important—and possible changes to veterans and their families. Barbara Soto offered a prayer for all the 2013 Senate bill (SB 1458), that will attempt to solve health veterans, living or deceased. President Dubberly read the names of care and annuity problems for the unretired. There were no other veterans provided by Huajilla members, and Sam Dubberly read a committee reports. Dubberly subsequently suspended the agenda moving poem “We Were Soldiers, Too” by Will Rodriguez, veteran temporarily for the program. Before Charles Carlson introduced of the Vietnamese conflict and Irene’s brother. Dubb Suttle to talk about his “Memories of John Nance Garner,” he Following the ceremony, President Dubberly announced the thanked Madis Keath for playing the piano and reminded the audi- Christmas Social Luncheon on Monday, December 12 at the ence to stay after lunch to tour the following area members’ homes: Alsatian Inn in Castroville. Cost of the buffet will be $14-15. No Gerry Bridges, Betsy Pogue, and his and Kathy’s. gifts will be exchanged. However, suggestions for activities will Suttle, a Rio Frio product, lived part of the time with both sets be appreciated. There being no further business, the meeting was of grandparents, dividing his childhood and school attendance adjourned at 12 p.m. between Leakey and Uvalde.
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Once again, the Barksdale Community came together to make the 6th Annual Community Thanksgiving a success. Over 60 people came to Angel Wings Cafe on Thanksgiving Day to be a part of the annual event. While many of those attending have been there in past years, there were some who were not able to attend this year and there were other individuals who came for the first time. No mater whether it was their first time or the 6th time, everyone came together not only to give thanks for the many blessing we have in our lives, our community and our Country but to enjoy the great food, friendships and down home Barksdale hospitality...... After a short introduction by Lee Sweeten and a blessing by Neil Shackelford, Pastor of the Barksdale Baptist Church, everyone lined up to enjoy the food. Besides the usual turkey and dressing (with giblet gravy), there was ham, sweet potato dishes of various types, green beans and of course green bean casserole, pinto beans, salads of several types and several other dishes. As to the desserts, well believe me when I say, there were so many that it is impossible to list them all. Needless to say there was food for everyone’s taste and enough that all were encouraged to take some home with them. Will there be a 7th Annual Barksdale Community Thanksgiving? After the success of the first six and after comments and requests from those attending, of course there will be and plans are already under way for 2017. So, if you missed this year, you have next year to come and enjoy the Community Fellowship of Barksdale. As is my custom, I always close with a quote. So what better way to end and article about Thanksgiving than with a quote from William A Ward, who said, “God gave you a gift of 86,400 seconds today. Have you used one to say “thank you?”
Bandera Electric Cooperative “Trip of a Lifetime” Bandera Electric Cooperative will sponsor three Bandera EC members’ children for a “Trip of a Lifetime” to Washington D.C., June 6–16. We encourage all sophomores, juniors and seniors to apply by completing the Government-in-Action Youth Tour application and an essay. Youth Tour Winners will be chosen anonymously. While in Washington, students will participate in guided tours of historic sites, museums and congressional offices where they will meet their members of Congress. Youth Tour 2017 highlights include: • Capitol Hill to visit with members of Congress • The Capitol Building • Library of Congress • Arlington National Cemetery • Smithsonian Institution
• Jefferson, Lincoln and Franklin Delano Roosevelt memorials • Vietnam, World War II and Korean memorials • Washington Monument Please visit our website to complete an application at BanderaElectric.com/YouthPrograms. Applications are due on or before January 18, 2017. Bandera Electric Cooperative currently serves nearly 24,000 members and provides electric service to more than 34,000 meters in a seven county territory in Texas Hill Country. As a member-owned cooperative, BEC continually searches for new, innovative programs to promote energy efficiency and quality member service. Find more information about BEC at BanderaElectric.com or by calling (866) 226-3372.
Bandera Electric Cooperative Scholarships Each year Bandera Electric Cooperative offers scholarships to eligible high school seniors and currently enrolled postsecondary students. Bandera EC is committed to the education of our members and their children—the leaders of tomorrow. We encourage our members and their children who are graduating seniors or current college students to apply for the 2017-2018 Bandera EC Scholarship. Since 1999, Bandera EC has awarded more than 170 schol-
arships totaling more than $200,000. This year, Bandera EC will award 10 $2500 scholarships. Recipients of the scholarships will be chosen based on the following: • Financial necessity • Written essay • Participation in community and school activities The recipients are chosen anonymously by a scholarship committee comprised of Bandera EC members and will be announced at local graduation and award ceremonies. Please visit our website to complete an application at BanderaElectric.com/YouthPrograms. Applications are due by Wednesday, March 1, 2017.
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American Military Heroes
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by Tracy Renee Lee
When I was a young woman, I lived in Nice France. One day, as a friend and I were sitting at a sidewalk café, a few young men walked by and in an instant, the entire café was buzzing with excited conversation. The young men were the topic and cause of the excitement, for at first glance, although they were dressed like any other young men, one could instantly see that these young men were definitely not French; these young men were Americans. Their nationality was not the cause of excitement. No, the cause for excitement was that these young men were indeed American military men. I was surprised at the enthusiasm among the French patrons. I had been somewhat prejudiced in my opinion while studying French in high school, that the French were not terribly impressed with Americans, and perhaps even less impressed with American military service members. Nevertheless, it was evident that my education had been somewhat askew. As I watched the young men pass by the cafe, I was surprised at my own excitement. I felt such pride that these young men were representative of my nation. I felt such safety knowing that they were there in the same city in which I resided. I also experienced tremendous honor deep within my soul as I witnessed the respect the French had for their military service. Throughout my life, I have never forgotten that moment. It had a monumental impact on my life’s views. It was one of those moments where one realizes she has received an epiphany of knowledge that has changed her understanding, and that she will never be able to forget, change, or deny that knowledge as long as she lives. At that moment, I realized that America was different than other nations because the hearts of her people are different. Our motivations, our focus, and our efforts are directional, and we are driven to improve life for ourselves and others. Moreover, the French people surrounding me realized it too. The chance passing of these fine American troops inspired tears and adulations among the patrons of the café. More importantly to me, however, was that it filled my soul with an appreciation for the bravery and boldness of American service members who travel the world, at their own peril, to bring safety, relief, and prosperity to others. I realized it, and I witnessed the French people around me exude it. I did not know at that moment that the American military would be a significant influence in my life, but nearly four years later, I met and married an American military service member. My husband was stationed in San Diego CA, and our three daughters were born there. Being a military wife was by far the most difficult thing I have ever experienced. Worrying about one’s husband as he was called upon to travel to distant shores, liberate oppressed nations, and offer humanitarian relief, are experiences which separate women from girls. To provide liberty, the American serviceman heads into battle, risking his life and his family’s future. His quest to annihilate oppression is so overwhelmingly brave and yet gracious that it reaches beyond human logic. These are the men of the American military. Their spiritual strengths motivate them to risk everything precious. When my husband returned from the 1st Gulf war, we traveled together to France to celebrate our anniversary and his safe return to our family. We visited and stayed with a French family in Freneuse France. Our experience with this family was humbling as they took us to the shores of Normandy and expressed their gratitude for the American servicemen. We visited the American cemeteries where row upon row of US Troops lay resting after their ultimate sacrifices on behalf of the European oppressed. We sat at our friend’s home as visitor after visitor came by to meet and have tea with us. One after another, they openly expressed their gratitude for their nation’s liberation and shared their familial history and impact of freedom as it was restored to them by American troops. As it had so many years before in the beautiful city of Nice France, my respect for American bravery and sacrifice swelled within my heart. This time, however, the intensity of my experience as a military wife
magnified the profoundness of death suffered by American troops and their survivors. As a funeral director, I often direct military service member’s last services. The military honors provided by the Department of Defense are awe inspiring. This past weekend, I directed a service for a Vietnam Veteran. As I sat in my arrangement room with his wife, finalizing the details of his service, we discussed his military honors. The services needed a brief delay allowing his grandson travel time home from his duty station. He had followed his grandfather’s heroic example and was in the service of his nation some distance away. As we continued our interview, I realized that this Vietnam Veteran had passed his desire to serve through the generations of his family. He had two sons, as well as, his grandson who were service members. His widow preferred that rather than strangers render his military honors, his sons and grandson lovingly provide them. The pall bearers carried the wartime hero to his final resting place, and his grave was dedicated as hallowed ground. The boatswain’s pipe blew a final farewell, and the last bell rang signaling to all that a hero had departed. Just before taps rang true, three men stepped out of ranks and marched to the casket. They lifted the flag and with great care, folded it into a beautiful field of blue with white stars. The sons relinquished the folded flag to the grandson, and as he called his about face, he marched over to his grandmother. Handsomely dressed in his crisp uniform, he thanked his grandmother for her husband’s brave service, tearfully handed her the folded flag on behalf of a grateful nation, and slowly and methodically saluted the final moment his grandfather’s body remained above ground. That was it. That was goodbye. It was beautiful, spiritual, emotional, ceremonial, and wholly inadequate for the service and sacrifices given by an American hero. Amazing American heroes lie in graves all across the world with untold stories of selflessness and sacrifice, and their families mourn their loss. Giving a folded flag to the survivor of an American hero seems too trivial unless you understand the symbolism of its colors as adopted from the Great Seal. “…White signifies purity and innocence, Red, hardiness & valour, and Blue signifies vigilance, perseverance & justice.” (Charles Thompson, Secretary of the Continental Congress,1777) “The star is a symbol of the heavens and the divine goal to which man has aspired from time immemorial; the stripe is symbolic of the rays of light emanating from the sun.” (1977, House of Representatives) A hero is a hero by nature, not by choice. They perform heroics because it is who they are, not because they desire accolades. A folded American flag is probably the greatest form of respect one could give an American hero. It embodies the very spirit of American loyalty and sacrifice,
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America’s principles of liberty and justice, and the selfless nature of American military heroes. American military families suffer the pain and anguish that their service members experience as they serve for liberty and justice across the globe. They come together on the day of burial with heavy hearts and lay to rest their American heroes as they receive their folded flags and emotionally listen to the bugler’s final notes of honor and respect. As Pearl Harbor Day approaches, I recall the recognition and regard offered as the American servicemen walked past the sidewalk
café in Nice France. I remember the gratitude expressed by our friends and their neighbors who experienced the great liberation of Normandy. Pearl Harbor
Day is an American Day of Remembrance. People who are grateful for and humbled by, the pure sacrifices of our great American military heroes also remember it.
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as “I’ll Fly Away”, “He Touched Me” and “Going Home”. Of course a Christmas program would not be complete without “White Christmas”, “I’ll Be Home for Christmas”, “Mary Did You Know?”, and “Silent Night.” In the spirit of Christmas giving, we will be giving away poinsettas and CD’s, and CD’s will be for sale during the intermission and after the program. One of the DC’s is a salute to Stephen Hill, and it contains only compositions by him. We look forward to celebrating with you. This performance
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O B I T U A R I E S Thomas Hendel
Arturo C. Gonzales
(November 17, 1951 - November 28, 2016)
(December 2, 1952 - November 22, 2016)
Arrangements for Thomas Hendel who passed from this life on Sunday, November 28, 2016 are pending at this time and will be announced when they become available. Arrangements are under the personal care of Nelson Funeral Home of Camp Wood, Texas.
Arturo C. Gonzales, age 63, of Rocksprings, Texas passed away Tuesday, November 22, 2016, in Kerrville, Texas. He was born in Rocksprings, Texas on December 2, 1952, to Jesus R. Gonzales Sr. and Refugia Cordova Gonzales. Arturo is preceded in death by his lovely wife, Margarita, his parents, Jesus and Refugia, his brother, Jesus Gonzales Jr., as well as his nephew, Jesse Ramos. Arturo was very close to his family and was loved dearly by everyone. Arturo was the most selfless, hardworking man. As a sheep shearer most of his life Arturo worked hard and enjoyed his time with family and friends. Arturo was a loving uncle and a dear person to everyone. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends. Those left to honor and cherish his memory are his siblings, Corina Rodriquez, Ramiro Gonzales Sr., Elodia Rodriquez, Mary Lou Ramos, Lilly Esparza, Leticia Gonzales, Ray Gonzales, Billy Gonzales Sr., and Lupe Gonzales; numerous nieces, nephews and many friends. In his final days, Arturo was surrounded by his brothers, sisters, aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and first cousins that never left his side, and helped to reach the hand of Jesus to cross over to that precious mansion in the sky that God had waiting for him. Pallbearers included Ramiro Gonzales Jr., Rudy Zapata, Rocky Rodriquez, Tyler Parr, Karmichael Ramos, and Jacob Gonzales. Honorary pallbearers included Efrain Castillo Sr., Chavel Rangel, and Fidencio Muñoz. Visitation was 4 - 8 p.m. Thursday and Friday, November 24 & 25, at Nelson Funeral Chapel, Rocksprings, with Recitation of the Holy Rosary at 7 p.m. each night. A Mass of Christian Burial was held Saturday, November 26, 2016, 11 a.m. at Sacred Heart of Mary Catholic Church, with Father Adrian Adamik officiating. Burial followed at the Rocksprings Cemetery. The family invites you to leave a condolence at www.ne lsonfuneralhomes.net Arrangements are under the personal care of Nelson Funeral Home of Rocksprings, Texas.
Oscar Townsend Moore
(April 2, 1918 - November 30, 2016) Oscar Townsend Moore of Utopia passed away on November 30, 2106 at Sid Peterson Hospital in Kerrville at the age of 98. He was born on April 2, 1918 in Vanderpool, Texas to Oscar Thomas and Minnie (Polvado) Moore. He enjoyed taking care of his goat herd, gardening, planting trees and the country life. He is survived by his son, Douglas Moore and wife, Christa of Bedford; sisters, Bonnie Baker of Carrizo Springs, and Joann Baumann of Hondo; daughter in laws, Dorothy Moore of Utopia and Darlene Moore of Wichita Falls; and numerous nieces, nephews, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. He was preceded by his wife, Ilene O’Bryant Moore; parents; and sons, Dennis Moore, and Donn Moore. A graveside service were held on Sunday, December 4, 2016 at 2:00 PM at Vanderpool Cemetery in Vanderpool.
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Bible Facts and Oddities - The Holy Bible is Most Unique The Bible is a most unique book. Well, actually it is a collection of books. The Bible consists two ‘volumes’, you might say: the Old Testament and the New Testament. The Old Testament is a collection of 39 books beginning with Genesis and ending with Malachi. {Many Catholic Bibles still contain an additional seven books in their Old Testament; as well as additions to the books of Esther and Daniel. Orthodox Bibles contain these and an additional six books. You can find information online, such as: http://www.christianbiblereference.org/faq_ bibles.htm - CG.} All New Testaments contain the same 27 books beginning with the Gospel of Matthew and ending with Revelation. This collection of 66 books {the 39 of the Old Testament (OT) and the 27 of the New Testament (NT) - CG.} was written over a period of approximately 1,600 years. These books were written by AT LEAST 40 different authors. The original writings were written in 3 different languages in different countries of the world! Does that sound convoluted? It would be except for the fact that the Bible has no significant contradictions in it -from Genesis through Revelation! This is only possible because men did not write from their own understanding; they were guided by
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the Spirit of God! There is a common theme throughout the Bible because there is a common author, God Himself! “All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work.” (2 Timothy 3:16-17). This term “inspiration” of God literally means “God-breathed” and it refers to the fact that God literally put His words into the mouth of the holy men that wrote the Scriptures. God explained it this way to Moses at the burning bush when he allowed Aaron to be the spokesperson for Moses: “Now you shall speak to him and put the words in his mouth. And I will be with your mouth and with his mouth, and I will teach you what you shall do. So he shall be your spokesman to the people. And he himself shall be as a mouth for you, and you shall be to him as God.” (Exodus 4:15-16). The apostle Peter said the same thing in slightly different terms, “knowing this first, that no prophecy of Scripture is of any private interpretation, for prophecy never came by the will of man, but holy men of God spoke as they were moved by the Holy Spirit.” (2 Peter 1:20-21). These holy men were “moved” - or
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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
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‘carried along’ - by the Holy Spirit. It was not the men writing who understood the message and conveyed it to others. On the contrary, many times they DID NOT understand what they were saying or writing. {As we progress in this series I will give ample evidence that biblical writers and speakers were often revealing things that were contrary to their understanding; and many times far beyond their comprehension. In multiplied instances the knowledge of man, and even science, did not catch on to these truths for hundreds or thousands of years! - CG} There is only one logical explanation. These things were revealed to ancient men by some supernatural, maybe even ‘extraterrestrial intelligence’, - I like to call it “the God of all Creation”! As always, I’m going to try and keep my puny mind out of these discussions. I’ll endeavor to give the book, chapter, and verse from God’s Word so that you can rest your faith upon God’s Word and not upon the word of Charlie…which will not help you in the Judgment Day. Dear reader, my prayer for you is that you will be like the ancient Bereans of Acts 17 and verse 11: “These were more fair-minded than those in Thessalonica, in that they received the word with all readiness, and searched the Scriptures daily
to find out whether these things were so.” I urge you to take your Bible and read it there yourself. If I have made a mistake, you will be my best friend if you point that out to me so I can correct it. It is bad if a man believes error, it is MUCH WORSE if he teaches that error to others! That is why James writes, “My brethren, let not many of you become teachers, knowing that we shall receive a stricter judgment.” (James 3:1). Let us all strive to understand these things together, and to help each other to grow and mature in our knowledge, faith, service, and love as God allows. Amen? Again, if I can help you understand these things better, or answer other questions that you might have; that is the reason that I am here in this part of Texas. I believe in the Providence of God! This next series of articles will contain facts, oddities, surprises and insight (hopefully) into this most unique of all books - The Holy Bible. Let’s enjoy the ride together. Thanks for reading. You can contact me by the means most convenient for you at: Charlie Gant, P.O. Box 837, Leakey, TX 78873; home: (830) 232-4777; text to: (979) 743 1066; e-mail: charliegant@hotmail.com
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THE TRUMP TRANSITION I decided to write about President elect Donald Trump this week. I admit he scared me. I have been a lifelong Democrat like my Fathers before me… however, I cannot even begin to tell you how horrified I am at their antics this year. I have grown disillusioned and hopeless concerning those people. I admit, I was and am still apprehensive about our future, but I do not think that Donald Trump is getting any kind of fair shot in the mainstream media. They want to gripe about the fact he is rich and has other interests besides being president! Well, I am fairly certain that America knew that when they voted him in as President of the United States! I am fairly certain that was a big draw for Donald Trump! Successful, enterprising business man who learned the language of the people, fearless in the face of criticism and mockery! Nobody “bought” Mr. Trump! He didn’t want or need their money and at this point most of America believes he was surprised by our faith in him and he is doing exactly what Donald Trump does… and the media is steadily trying to crucify him! He has a successful blended family like most of the rest of us. He has appointees that mainstream media are calling “nonTrumpian”. Our Media has become a gaggle of geese, nothing you can believe and nothing you can have faith in! All you can do is research until you actually ferret out the facts! So, in the beginning… Donald Trump retreated to gather himself. Then he went on a campaign speaking in several places across the Country to “Thank the People!” Did you ever hear of a President doing that before? Me either! So, he is different… YES! That’s why America voted for him. That is why America put their faith in him. CNN is saying, “Donald Trump anchored his presidential campaign on defying convention and flouting political norms, and it worked better than anyone ever expected. But now the President-elect is applying the same unorthodox, off-the-cuff style of leadership to sensitive diplomatic procedure and it’s causing a storm at home and overseas. Trump flew in the face of four decades of international protocol and precedent Friday when he became the first President or President-elect known to speak directly to the leader of Taiwan since the US established formal relations with Beijing in 1979.” Others said, “Friday’s call left some China-watchers wondering whether Trump was sending a shot across the Asian giant’s bows and previewing a significant shift in US adherence to the “One China” policy that has helped prevent a clash between the US and China over the nationalist island.” I agree with others who say Donald Trump is going to do it differently! Perhaps he doesn’t believe in a 4th grade mentality where if you want to be friends with one you MUST shun the other. Perhaps it is a new day in America! Maybe we elected a Man for a change…maybe we have a light at the end of the tunnel. Trump will have wide latitude to reorient US foreign policy as he sees fit when he is inaugurated — after all he won a democratic election after a campaign in which he proposed sweeping shifts to the America’s global role. He will be commander-in-chief and he will be President of the United States! The last week suggests that Trump wasn’t joking when he pledged to make US foreign policy more “unpredictable.” He raised doubts during the campaign about the US commitment to NATO, said US allies like South Korea and Japan should pay more for US protection and has signaled he will seek to forge better relations with Russia. Trump’s transition team dismissed claims by Democrats that Trump
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either did not understand the implications of the Taiwan call — or that he is ignoring the advice of US national security officials. Conway said Trump had made “dozens and dozens” of phone calls with world leaders that had gone “really well” and said he was “well aware of what US policy has been on Taiwan.” Many, who believe President Barack Obama has been an unassertive US leader warmly praised Trump’s call with Tsai. Arkansas GOP Sen. Tom Cotton said in a statement that Trump was doing the right thing. “I commend President-elect Trump for his conversation with President Tsai Ing-wen, which reaffirms our commitment to the only democracy on Chinese soil. I have met with President Tsai twice and I’m confident she expressed to the President-elect the same desire for closer relations with the United States.” For Me…Donald Trump’s response said it all! “Interesting how the U.S. sells Taiwan billions of dollars of military equipment but I should not accept a congratulatory call.” The President-elect defended himself in his own Tweet. Trump has a point. The official China Daily, which reflects government policy, warned against over-interpreting the call between Trump and Tsai. “For Trump, it exposed nothing but his and his transition team’s inexperience in dealing with foreign affairs,” the paper said. The Trump Camp has been silent in response to those remarks. Next, “A team of intelligence analysts has offered to give Trump daily briefings since his election victory but so far, he has turned them away, the Post reported. Mike Pence, on the other hand, has made time for the briefings every day since the election.” Main stream media is trying to paint the President elect as irresponsible or a “figurehead” type of President. The Trump Camp addressed this with, “National security is Donald Trump’s No. 1 priority and I think he’s taking it very seriously,” Nunes said. “Look how many leaders he’s met with, how many phone calls he’s done, positions he’s filled. People who are being critical need to get a life.” In America today the true fact is that the Media needs to “get a life!” Just tell us the truth and keep your opinions to yourself… we are perfectly capable of our own opinions! As Donald Trump prepares his cabinet, Democrats dig in and the political view is that, “If Senate Republicans stay united, they can confirm President-elect Donald Trump’s Cabinet nominees without any support from Democrats. But even if the minority party can’t block nominees, its members still plan to turn Trump’s Cabinet choices into a major fight early next year.” What a continued shame to that Party. It is time all combined efforts to resurrect this Country and do what is best for the people …not the Party! It is why we elected Donald Trump. I pray that President elect Donald Trump keeps his promises to America and makes this Nation great again!
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GRANNY’S KITCHEN BACK TO BASICS... JAZZY HOLIDAY TABLE TREATS As promised this segment is continued from last week with more treats for your holiday table. Many of these you can make ahead and store them so your last minutes are not so rushed and your Christmas or New Year Celebration is still amazing! Happy Holidays and as always, Enjoy!!
Hazelnut Ganache Tart With Sea Salt
No matter how you slice it, this stunner offers a one-two punch of chocolate in each bite, thanks to a crunchy wafer-cookie crust and a silky-smooth filling. 3/4 cup hazelnuts 1 1/2 cups crushed chocolate wafer cookies (from about 30 cookies) 6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter, melted 1 1/2 cups heavy cream 12 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped 1 teaspoon flaky sea salt Heat oven to 350° F. Spread the hazelnuts on a large rimmed baking sheet and toast in oven, tossing occasionally, until fragrant, 10 to 12 minutes. Rub the warm nuts in a clean dish towel to remove the skins (discard the skins). In a food processor, finely grind 1⁄2 cup of the hazelnuts. Add the crushed cookies and butter and pulse until moistened. Press the mixture into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch removable-bottom fluted tart pan. Place on a rimmed baking sheet and bake until dry, 10 to 12 minutes (if the crust puffs up during baking, gently press it down with the back of a spoon). Let cool in the pan on a wire rack. Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan, bring the cream just to a boil. Remove from heat and whisk in the chocolate until smooth. Pour into the cooled tart shell. Refrigerate until set, about 1 hour. Chop the remaining 1⁄4 cup nuts and sprinkle on the tart. Sprinkle with the salt just before serving. For the easiest slicing, use a thin, sharp knife, wiping it clean and running it under hot water between slices. Refrigerated at a constant temperature and covered, this dessert will keep 4 days.
Chocolate Shortbread Cookies
A shower of coarse sugar just before baking adds a hint of holiday sparkle to these not-too-sweet disks. Don’t have a fluted cookie cutter? A basic round one works just as well. 2 cups all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled, plus more for the work surface 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, at room temperature 1 cup confectioners’ sugar 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract coarse decorating or turbinado sugar, for sprinkling In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa, and salt. Using an electric mixer, beat the butter and confectioners’ sugar on medium-high until fluffy; beat in the vanilla. Reduce speed to low and gradually mix in the flour mixture until just combined (do not overmix). On a lightly floured surface or piece of parchment paper, roll the dough out 1⁄4 inch thick. With a 2-inch cookie cutter (preferably fluted), cut the dough into rounds, flouring the cutter and rerolling the scraps as necessary. Arrange 1 inch apart on parchment-lined baking sheets. Refrigerate on the baking sheets for at least 2 hours and up to 1 day. Heat oven to 350° F. Sprinkle the rounds generously with the coarse sugar and bake, rotating the sheets halfway through, until set, 20 to 22 minutes. Cool slightly on baking sheets, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
Italian Thumbprint Cookies
What starts as a simple shortbread cookie gets gussies up with the addition of marmalade and jam and a drizzle of white chocolate. The white chocolate drizzle is optional but it sure does make for a pretty presentation. 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened 1 cup granulated sugar, divided 2 teaspoons lemon zest (from 1 lemon) 2 teaspoons vanilla extract 3 cups all-purpose flour 2 tablespoons cornstarch 1⁄4 teaspoon table salt 1/3 cup orange marmalade 1/3 cup plum preserves or seedless raspberry jam 2 ounces white chocolate, finely chopped Beat butter and 2/3 cup of the sugar with an electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Beat in lemon zest and vanilla. Whisk together flour, cornstarch, and salt in a medium bowl. Gradually add flour mixture to butter mixture, beating at low speed until well com-
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bined, about 2 minutes. Shape dough into a disk, and wrap with plastic wrap; chill 1 hour. Meanwhile, place marmalade and preserves into 2 separate small microwave-safe bowls; microwave both on HIGH until thick and bubbly, about 3 minutes, stirring at 1-minute intervals. Cool completely, about 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350°F and line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Place remaining 1/3 cup sugar in a shallow dish. Shape dough into 36 balls, about 1 tablespoon each; roll dough balls in sugar, and place 2 inches apart on prepared baking sheets. Press thumb into the center of each cookie, leaving an indentation. Fill half of the cookies with marmalade and the remaining half with plum preserves or jam. Bake until cookies are set but not browned, 12 to 14 minutes. Cool on pans about 3 minutes. Transfer cookies to wire racks to cool completely, about 20 minutes. Place white chocolate in a small microwave-safe bowl; microwave on HIGH, stirring every 15 seconds, until completely melted and smooth, about 45 seconds. Drizzle cookies with melted chocolate, and let stand until dry and set, about 20 minutes.
Neopolitan Butter Cookies
These layered cookies are easier to make than you might think. All three doughs are whizzed up right in the food processor so there’s only one bowl to clean. Vanilla Layer: pieces 11⁄2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for work 2 large egg yolks surface 1⁄2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1⁄2 cup powdered sugar 2 to 3 drops natural red liquid food coloring 1⁄4 teaspoon table salt 11⁄2 teaspoons whole milk 1⁄2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into 1⁄2-inch Chocolate Layer: pieces 11⁄4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for work 2 large egg yolks surface 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1⁄2 cup powdered sugar 11⁄2 teaspoons whole milk 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa Pink Layer: 1⁄4 teaspoon table salt 11⁄2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for work 1⁄2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into 1⁄2-inch surface pieces 1⁄2 cup unsifted powdered sugar 3 large egg yolks 1⁄4 teaspoon table salt 1⁄2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1⁄2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into 1⁄2-inch Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, allowing sides of parchment to extend 4 to 5 inches over edges of pan. Coat parchment with nonstick spray. Prepare the Vanilla Layer: Combine flour, powdered sugar, and salt in the bowl of a food processor and pulse until combined, 3 to 4 times. Add butter and pulse until mixture resembles coarse sand, about 5 times. Add egg yolks and vanilla and process until dough forms a ball, 30 to 40 seconds. Transfer dough to prepared baking pan. (Do not clean processor bowl) and press evenly into the bottom of the pan. Brush top of dough with milk. Prepare the Pink Layer: Combine flour, powdered sugar, and salt in processor bowl and pulse until combined, 3 to 4 times. Add butter and pulse until mixture resembles coarse sand, about 5 times. Add egg yolks, vanilla, and food coloring and process until dough forms a ball, 30 to 40 seconds. Transfer dough to a lightly floured surface and roll to a roughly 8-inch square. Press Pink Layer evenly on top of Vanilla Layer in pan. Brush top of dough with milk. Prepare the Chocolate Layer: Wipe out food processor bowl. Combine flour, powdered sugar, cocoa, and salt in food processor bowl and pulse until combined, 3 to 4 times. Add butter and pulse until mixture resembles coarse sand, about 5 times. Add egg yolks and vanilla and process until dough forms a ball, 30 to 40 seconds. Place dough ball on lightly floured surface. Press or roll dough into an 8-inch square. Press Chocolate Layer on top of Pink Layer. Cover pan with plastic wrap, and chill 1 hour. Preheat oven to 325°F and line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Using the ends of the parchment as handles, lift dough out of pan. Cut dough into quarters and cut each quarter crosswise into 18 slices. Arrange slices 1 inch apart on prepared baking sheets. Bake until firm to the touch, 14 to 15 minutes. (Do not let cookies brown) Cool on sheets about 5 minutes. Transfer cookies to wire racks to cool completely, about 20 minutes.
Wednesday, December 7, 2016 US VETERANS-SOUTH DAKOTA PIPELINE—When is enough…Enough! Fox News) MANDAN, N.D. – Military veterans started to gather Sunday near the main Dakota Access pipeline protest camp, where they’ll join the several hundred people who are against the four-state, $3.8 billion project that’s largely complete. Already, a few hundred of the group Veterans Stand for Standing Rock have arrived at the Oceti Sakowin, or Seven Council Fires, camp and the group’s GoFundMe.com page had raised more than $1 million of its $1.2 million goal by Sunday — money due to go toward food, transportation and supplies. The photo shows Law enforcement vehicles line a road leading to a blocked bridge next to the Oceti Sakowin camp where people have gathered to protest the Dakota Access oil pipeline in Cannon Ball, N.D., Saturday, Dec. 3, 2016. (AP Photo/David Goldman) Navy veteran and Harvard graduate student Art Grayson came to the camp because he “couldn’t stand by and watch people being abused,” a reference to contentious and debated clashes between protesters and law enforcement. “People are fighting for something, and I thought they could use my help,” said the 29-year-old from Cambridge, Massachusetts, who flew the first leg of the journey, then met up with other veterans and rode from Bismarck in the back of a pickup truck. TN WILDFIRES— EVIER COUNTY, Tenn. (WLOS) - Local, state, and federal officials offered an update Saturday on the devastating Sevier County fires. Sevier County, the City of Gatlinburg, the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency, and Great Smoky Mountain National Park shared a joint press release. Local, state, and federal crews continue their coordinated response in containing the Chimney Tops 2 Fire, suppressing structural flare-ups in Gatlinburg, conducting thorough damage assessments, and helping residents get services and resources they need to move the community toward recovery. Local officials provided the following updates: To date, there are 13 confirmed fatalities. The following individuals have been newly identified: Edward Taylor, 85, Bradley Phillips, 59, and Constance Reed, 34, Chloe Reed, 12, and Lily Reed, 9. To date there have been 100 people who sustained injuries related to the fire and were treated at LeConte Medical Center. 1,413 structures have been damaged or destroyed by the fire. There are currently 19 crews, 47 engines, six helicopters, five dozers, 605 total personnel fighting the Chimney Top 2 Fire as a part of the Type 1 Federal Incident Management Team. The evacuated areas in Gatlinburg are open for access each day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. through the checkpoint at Gatlinburg City Hall via East Parkway (Highway 321) and Glades Road. This restriction shall remain in effect until the city reopens for the general public. The curfew remains in effect from 6 p.m. until
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6 a.m. nightly. The Spur parkway is open only from Pigeon Forge to the Gatlinburg Welcome Center. There will be no access to Wiley Oakley from the Spur. Wiley Oakley Drive and Greystone Heights Road remain inaccessible due to critical utility work. Emergency crews are working to open it as soon as possible. The Water Boil Advisory is still in effect for Gatlinburg, with the exception of the areas east of City Hall. OAKLAND FIRE VICTIMS—Death toll
rises to 24 as recovery continues at site of Oakland warehouse inferno. FoxNews.com First responders had recovered 24 bodies from the ruins of a Friday inferno at a converted Oakland warehouse known as the “Ghost Ship,” officials said Sunday, raising the death toll substantially from the initial report of nine deceased. Fire and police leaders of the recovery effort became emotional as they described finding the bodies massed in bunches while somber rescue workers removed rubble “bucket by bucket.” “It was quiet. It was heartbreaking,” Oakland Fire Battalion Chief Melinda Drayton said during a news conference. Just 20 percent of the warehouse had been searched on Sunday morning, following 12 hours of night operations, Drayton said.
Authorities expected to be at the site of the blaze for days and said the death toll was likely to rise. Firefighters were forced to breach a wall of the warehouse to gain access on Saturday. Within just feet of the breach, rescue workers found the first body. At the center of the building, near a group of collapsed timber rafters, 10 people were found just feet from each other. LIMA PERU (AFP) - A 5.5magnitude earthquake that struck southeastern Peru killed one person, injured 17 others and damaged dozens of homes, officials said Friday. “Authorities in the district of Ocuviri have confirmed the death of a minor and 17 injured who are now being assisted by medics,” the National Civil Defense Institute (INDECI) said on Twitter after Thursday’s quake. The quake in the Puno region hit at 5:40 pm (2240 GMT) on Thursday, its epicenter 58 kilometers (36 miles) from the town of Lampa and at a depth of 30 kilometers, according to the Geophysical Institute of Peru (IGP). SNOWDEN-YAHOO NEWS—In an exclusive interview with Yahoo Global News Anchor Katie Couric, Edward Snowden says that former CIA Director Gen. David Petraeus — who is under consideration to become President-elect Donald Trump’s secretary of state — disclosed “information that was far more highly classified than I ever did” and yet never “spent a single day in jail.” The fugitive former National Security Agency contractor told Couric that Petraeus’s case is evidence that “We have a two-tiered system of justice in the United States, where people who are either well-connected to government or they have access to an incredible amount of resources get very light punishments.” Snowden’s comments came in an exclusive interview with Couric in Moscow at a crucial moment for him. His lawyers in the United States, fearing that a Trump administration will take an unyielding hard line against him, are seeking either to get him a last-minute pardon from President Obama or to negotiate a plea bargain that would allow him to return to the country without spending a significant amount of time in federal prison for disclosing tens of thousands of classified government documents.
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THE HONDO NATIONAL BANK WILL BE CLOSED FOR THE UPCOMING HOLIDAYS CHRISTMAS HOURS WILL BE: SATURDAY, DECEMBER 24TH, 2016 OPEN 9-12 MONDAY, DECEMBER 26TH, 2016 CLOSED NEW YEAR’S HOURS WILL BE: FRIDAY, DECEMBER 30th, 2016 OPEN 9-3 SATURDAY, DECEMBER 31ST, 2016 OPEN 9-12 MONDAY, JANUARY 2ND, 2017 CLOSED HAVE A MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY NEW YEAR!
Pioneer Village 696 S. Hwy 83, Leakey Come see all our new
Fall Merchandise . Monday – Friday 9:00 – 5:00 pioneervillage.leakeytx@gmail.com 232-4414 Kristi Shandley, Mgr