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Tri-Canyon’s Only Weekly Newspaper! Vol. 9 No. 28
INSIDE REAL COUNTY SHERIFF’S REPORT
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July 11, 2018
JULY JUBILEE 2018 “WHAT A WILD RIDE!” Through the mud and the rain the 2018 Real County Junior Horse Club Rodeo marched into the record books. It was the wildest ride we have had in awhile. Determined to make a go of it, contestants fought the mud, blinding rain and rank horses to make the 2018 rodeo one of the most memorable. Friday afternoon about 2 pm the skies opened up and gave us the rain we have been praying for, but by 8 p.m. the show was on!! With a full house, the spectators watched as the bulls yard darted all of the riders. On Saturday everyone woke to gorgeous skies and sunshine. Off to the parade. Deanna Hickman and her
band of merrymen and women put on an awesome parade. The crowd was at capacity! The winners of the parade were: Best overall - Kings of the Frio Most Unique- Republican Party Commercial- 1st place - Historic Leakey Inn 2nd - First State Bank of Uvalde 3rd- Doras Nursery Organization- 1st-Community Health 2nd-Deer Creek 3rd- Utopia FFA Open- 1st-Hill Country Hideaway 2nd-Oak Hill Cabins 3rd place - tie Parks and Wildlife and-
Fridays on the Frio. Thank you to the Frio Canyon Chamber of Commerce for all the work they do to make the parade and Jubilee on the square a success. Special Thanks to Vincent and Russell
for making the square happen! Tiffany Graham did a great job with all of the booths and keeping everyone in line! Your ready now girl! Back to the Real County Junior Horse Club arena on Saturday night for another round. Just after starting the skies opened up again, and then it got fun! If you missed it, you missed a bucket list item. Thank you to all the volunteers that make our rodeo happen every year, to all of our flag bearers, workers in the concession stand, cookers, arena help, too many to name. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts, remember we do it for the kids!
LEAKEY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS “CRYBABIES” ACCORDING TO CITY SECRETARY by Julie Becker
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LOCAL HORSE CLUB PLAYNIGHTS
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Come Join us at The Cross...New Fellowship Church Prayer Walk
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JUST FOR GRINS
According to City of Leakey Secretary, Dee Dee Wally, the city council is a “bunch of freaking crybabies.” This is the comment that was made at the closing of the monthly City meeting held Monday July 9, 2018 at Leakey City Hall. Wally addressed the council seeking signatures on the City of Leakey Utility Fund #801666 and General Fund #800872. The agenda item read to consider and act on Hazel Pendley as authorized signature on the accounts. Council
member Roel Gonzalez questioned “Does it have to be Hazel?” Mayor Harry Schneemann stated “No, it can be whoever yall want it to be.” Council member Martin Martinez questioned if Wally had to be on the account. After some loud discussion, Council member Frankie DeLeon made a motion for the signatory to be Gonzalez, seconded by Martinez. Following the motion’s passing Wally became upset and made the comment calling the council “bunch
STAY SAFE IN THE HEAT Thank God for the rain! We really needed it, but at this writing, it is moving out of our area and the rising temperatures forecast through this week will be “feels like” the triple digits again. Though July is the month of outdoor fun, barbecues, and sunshine, that wonderful time of the year when memories are made, it is also the time of stifling heat. Whatever brings you outside — picnics with family, the river, a bike ride with friends, a jog in the park or just a stroll around the block — it’s important to stay safe when the temperature rises. July is the American National Month for picnics! What a wonderful time of year it is too. Enjoy the long days of summer, it can be a wonderful, happy time of
of freaking crybabies.” Local businessman Ronnie Willams immediately returned with the comment “That was not nice, Dee Dee.” Wally stated “I don’t care!” Gonzalez reminded Wally she was speaking to the council. Wally stated “I don’t care who you are.” She then addressed Martinez, “You sat there and said do I have to be on it.” Martinez replied, “I was just asking, what’s wrong with asking?” Wally replied “Well I’m getting tired of it, so one day yall are
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INDEX Legals/Jail Register ... . Page 3Community News ......... Page 4-6 Feature Story ................ Page 7 Community Events.........Page 8-9 Obituaries ...................... Page 10 Classifieds ..................... Page 14
Today’s Weather
High: 91° Low: 70°
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year, and with a few safeguards you can continue to enjoy the summertime on the hottest days, no matter your age. If you’re a heart patient, older than 50 or overweight at any age, you might need to take special precautions in the heat. Certain heart medications like beta blockers, ace receptor blockers, ace inhibitors, calcium channel blockers and diuretics (which deplete the body of sodium) can exaggerate the body’s response to heat. Even if you’re not on medications, older people also need to take precautions in the heat. Heat is hard on the heart. If you’re older, you may not always be aware that you’re thirsty. If you’re going to be outside, it’s important to drink water even if you
don’t think you need it. A dip in the water will lower your body temp and keep your skin hydrated, be sure to apply plenty of sunscreen and if you are ready to brave the heat, watch the clock, it’s best to avoid the outdoors in the early afternoon (about noon to 3 p.m.) because the sun is usually at its strongest, putting you at higher risk for heat-related illnesses. Dress carefully for the heat. We probably sweat the most in your shoes, so choose well-ventilated shoes and look for socks that repel perspiration.
Real County Commissioner’s Court Real County Commissioners met in their monthly meeting on Monday July 9, 2018. Following approval of minutes of previous meetings, Commissioners approved a vacate and replat of Tract 22, Rancho Real Subdivision, Unit III. Bill Heilner addressed the court regarding his request to hold a private fireworks display during the weekend of July 20, 2018 at the Rocking D Ranch in Real County. Commissioners were advised by County Attorney Bobby Jack Rushing no action was necessary it was just an informational presentation. Commissioners appointed Real County Tax Assessor/Collector Donna Brice as the officer to calculate the 2018 tax rate. Commissioners approved the 2017 Delinquent tax roll. Commissioners approved the early payment discount options of October 3%, November 2%
going to have this whole damn place to yourself.” The meeting was quickly adjourned. Earlier in the meeting the council approved the implementation of Stage 1 water restrictions. I requested the list for the restrictions but I did not receive them. I will publish them next week.
and December 1% regarding the 2018 property taxes. Commissioners also approved a 1% local option homestead and over 65 exemptions regarding the 2018 property taxes. Real County Judge W.B. (Sonny) Sansom, Jr. and Treasurer Mairi Gray were designated signatories on the TXCDBG grant #7216025. Commissioners approved payment of the invoice for that grant to Hoover Construction Company in the amount of $86,768.71. Commissioners approved a Resolution for the Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services. Commissioner’s were advised by Real County Sheriff Nathan T. Johnson regarding the Intergovernmental Agreement between Edwards County and Real County regarding housing of Real County
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prisoners in the Edwards County jail. Commissioners questioned the cost in relation to the cost in Bandera. Johnson stated the cost was slightly less but health services are not provided in Edwards County. Commissioners approved the agreement. Commissioners approved the renewal and benefit confirmation with the Texas Association of Counties Health and Employee Benefits pool for 2018-2019. A lengthy discussed ensued regarding the renewal contract for the electrical service at the County House in Camp Wood. After much discussion Commissioners agreed to renew the service with AEP. Commissioner Manuel Rubio addressed the court regarding electrical outlets on the courthouse lawn. He stated the estimated cost would be about $300 and that would provide an
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outlet at the base of three trees. Commissioners discussed at length the renewal of two current CD’s, one for $365k which matured on July 6, 2018 and one for $105k that will mature on July 27, 2018, both are held at First State Bank. Commissioner Ramon Ybarra questioned Commissioners as to the removal of the $105k to purchase much need equipment but the comment fell on deaf ears. Commissioners voted 4-1 with Ybarra opposing, to move the $105k CD to Security Service Federal Credit Union. As for the $365k CD, Commissioners voted to renew with First State Bank. Two other CD’s will renew in 2019 one for $334k and one for $285k for a total in CD’s of $1,091,338.40. With no further business court was adjourned.