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July 24, 2013 Tri-Canyon’s Only Weekly Newspaper!

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INSIDE ROAD CONSTRUCTION WHERE IN THE WORLD DID YOU Perry Signs SCHEDULED FOR THE SISTERS WEAR YOUR REAL COUNTY Historic CENTENNIAL T-SHIRT? Pro-Life Legislation

by Julie Becker

by Julie Becker

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THE REAL COUNTY APPRAISAL DISTRICT OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED THE WEEK OF AUGUST 5-9 FOR OFFICE RENOVATIONS.

Ingram Owes Its Roots to Morriss Family

A foreman for the Allen Keller Construction Company this week confirmed road construction for the next several weeks on the “Sisters.” He said the crew is preparing RR 337 West of Leakey for a re pavement to the base of the mountain beginning this week. Following that an area on top of the mountain will be re paved. After completion of the construction

on RR 337 West the crew will move to RR 336 and then over to RR 335. New pavement for each of the roadways will hopefully eliminate some of the accidents. While these roads are a draw for motorcycle enthusiasts they are still very dangerous. Caution is advised when traveling these mountainous terrain roads.

GeoFORCE Students Prepare for Final Year

by Billie Franklin photo by Ken Cave

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city Houston to take on the challenges of a rigorous math and science curriculum, to pursue higher education in these fields, and to enter the high-tech workforce.

Each summer GeoFORCE takes over 600 high school students on spectacular geologic field trips in Texas Left to right Alisha Contreras, Sarah Reagor, and Miranda Cave. and throughout the United States.

Every year these three students have held positions in GeoForce. This will be their Taught by university faculty and research final year, their last summer in the program. scientists, and mentored by professional GeoFORCE is a selective outreach program of geologists from our industry partners, the trips the Jackson School of Geosciences, designed engage and empower the students by exposing to encourage students from minority-serving them to something completely different from high schools in rural South Texas and inner- their home and school environment.

Jim & Brenda O’Dell of Leakey are pictured with grancdhilren Macyn & Wyler Callahan at Legoland, California. If you are planning a trip pick up your T-shirt before you leave! Get yours for only $15 each,. Contact Willis Springfield at 830-232-5783 or come by the Hill Country Herald shop to get yours today. They also have coffee mugs, note cards and “Wagons Ho” History Books. Be sure to send in your picture to the Hill Country Herald! Have Fun out there and SPREAD THE WORD!

BENEFIT LUNCH FOR MARY LONGORIA

A benefit lunch for Mary Longoria sponsored by the Catholic Women’s Club, Family and Friends will be held Sunday July 28, 2013 from 11: 00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at St. Raymond’s Catholic Church in Leakey, Texas. Carne Guisada, Rice, Beans, Homemade Flour Tortillas, Tea and Dessert will sell for $8 per plate. All proceeds will go directly to Mary to help pay for her diabetic medical /living expenses. Please come and help, for it is in the giving that we receive!

RCJHC

The Real County Junior Horse Club will have their final ride night and awards ceremony Thursday July 25th at 6:30 p.m. The awards will be presented following the final rides. Come on out and watch the kids receive their awards and be sure and stop by the concession stand for the best burger in town! See ya there!

SABINAL YELLOWJACKET BAND ATTENDS TEXAS STATE BAND CAMP

by Zachary Sims

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VET CLINIC Saturday August 10th from 10AM to 1PM at Burk Feed and Western Wear, Leakey, Texas

INDEX State News .................... Page 2 Legals/Jail Register ...... Page 3 Community News ......... Page 4-6 Feature Story ................. Page 7 Obituaries ...................... Page 8 Classifieds ..................... Page 12

Today’s Weather

High: 95° Low: 73°

The 2013 summer has been a busy one for members of the Sabinal Yellowjacket Band. Students performed at the annual Cypress Day Celebration in Sabinal on June 15, 2013. They performed some of their favorite tunes for the crowd at the city park.

Two Yellowjacket band members also attended the Texas State Band Camp. Sean Shelby went to camp playing the Baritone Saxophone, and Meredith Hubble played the Tenor Saxophone. Sean received 1st chair, while Meredith received 3rd chair. Because of Sean’s

placement, he was given the great opportunity to play in the Saxophone Quartet while at camp.

These two students did very well representing Sabinal, and will bring back a great deal of knowledge from to camp to help the Yellowjacket band this year.

Eight more of Sabinal’s students attended the Texas Tech University Band and Orchestra Camp.

Abraham

Gonzalez and Angela Contreras attended the drum major camp. They learned how to teach students marching fundamentals, as well as how to become a better leader.

While at camp, they also reviewed and perfected new marching styles and conducting patterns.

The other 6 students to attend the Texas Tech Band Camp completed an audition that placed them in one of 5 bands. The students were Joshua Rodriguez on Trombone, Karina Davis on French Horn, Taylor Chapman on Alto Saxophone, Sarah Miller on Trumpet, Marlowe Story on Flute, and Tatum Story on French Horn. continued page 2

NUECES CANYON JR LIVESTOCK RODEO NEWS!!

Be prepared for new and improved things at this year’s rodeo during the Old Settlers Reunion, Aug.2nd and 3rd. We will have a van shuttle running from the NC Church of Christ to the rodeo grounds starting at 7: 00 PM to 8:15 PM each night for those that don’t like parking on Hwy.55. The return trip will start at 10:00 PM to 11:00 PM. Alcohol is not allowed on the vans.

Seating at the arena has been expanded with donor boxes added and additional seating at the end of the arena. The association would like to thank the Rocksprings and Uvalde fair associations for the use of their equipment. Another big thanks goes to Daniel Sifuentes Fencing for redoing our back livestock pen.

Lester Meier has promised us another exciting, top rodeo. This year we have been blessed with a $1,000.00 donation for added money. This will draw

talented contestants from across the state. We also have received two buckles to be given in remembrance of Joe Cox to the winners of the barrel race each night.

Our concession stand will be stocked to serve everyone’s appetites and thirst. Come buy the ‘meal deal’ special or a rotisserie hot dog. All varieties of snacks will be available.

We strive to produce a family friendly, patriotic rodeo for your entertainment. The cost of the tickets has been held to last year’s prices. Adults will be $10.00 and children 10 & under will be $5.00. Children 3 & under will be N/C. Please plan on attending one or both of these performances. Thanks! See you there.

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SABINAL YELLOWJACKET BAND ATTENDS TEXAS STATE BAND CAMP by Zachary Sims Joshua Rodriguez made 2nd chair in the high school 4th band, while Karina Davis made 7th chair in the high school 4th band. The remaining students were all in the middle school band. Taylor Chapman made 4th chair, Sarah Miller made 6th chair, Marlowe Story made 4th chair, and Tatum Story made 1st chair.

The students completed a week of rehearsals and sectionals to perform a concert at the end of the week. The students also participated in two elective courses throughout the day, as well as activities in the evenings including: dances,

Hello, Texas! The Numbers Are In..

The Texas Department of State Health Services has just released the latest figures on rabies in Texas.

In 2012, there were 639 cases of rabies confirmed in wild animal species in the state, with bats leading the pack at 331 and skunks a close second at 273. Others species affected were raccoons, foxes, coyotes, and, believe it or not, 1 deer.

In domestic animal species, there were 44 cases confirmed (good news -down from 76 a year ago), including 16 dogs and 14 cats.

Others included horses, goats, and cattle.

Bexar and surrounding counties had over 18

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karaoke, pool parties, bingo, and concerts put on by camp faculty.

Joshua Rodriguez, Marlowe Story and Tatum Story received Excellence awards from their band’s director. This is a great honor for these students and the Yellowjacket Band!

All of the students have really made Sabinal proud with their work over the summer. We hope to take more students to camp next year and continue the tradition. We would like to thank the community for all of your support that you have given these students and the Sabinal Yellowjacket Band this year!

by Dr. Chris Pinney

confirmed cases of rabies.

The take-away: Keep all pets current on their rabies vaccinations, especially cats (indoor cats are notorious for capturing sick bats that may have found their way into a home via the attic, etc.).

Avoid contact with bats and skunks. If you find a bat on the ground, do not touch it!

Chances are, it is either injured or ill, and if ill, chances are it could be rabies. Don’t risk it. Same with skunks. They are highly susceptible to rabies and are a major vector of the disease to humans.

The Experience Works Senior Community Service Employment

Program (SCSEP) is currently accepting applications. Program applicants must be age 55 or older, unemployed, live in Kerr County, and have incomes of $13,964 per year or less for a family of one ($18,913 for family of two). There are currently several openings for qualified candidates.

“In this difficult economy, many older Texans are finding it necessary to find work,” says Nicolina Ortiz, local employment and training coordinator for Experience Works. “Unfortunately, finding a job can be especially difficult for older workers who have not looked for employment for some time or for those who been unsuccessful in their job hunt. Our program is a stepping stone for people desperate for work. We can provide immediate assistance and wages, for those who qualify for the SCSEP.” Experience Works SCSEP is available at no cost to people who meet eligibility criteria.

The program provides paid community service assignments at local public and non-profit organizations, training, referral to needed services, and job search assistance. With updated skills, participants use their community service training as a springboard to permanent jobs with local employers.

For more information call 1-800-842-4982 or email

nicolina_ortiz@experienceworks.org. To find out more about experience works, visit www.experienceworks.org.

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Perry Signs Historic Pro-Life Legislation Gov. Rick Perry was joined by Texas legislators to stand for life and sign House Bill 2, which protects unborn babies after the fifth month of a pregnancy and raises standards for women’s health care in Texas.

“This is an important day for those who support life and for those who support the health of Texas women,” Gov. Perry said. “In signing House Bill 2, we celebrate and further cement the foundation on which the culture of life in Texas is built.”

HB 2 builds on Texas’ strong pro-life efforts by banning abortions after the fifth month of a pregnancy. The bill also requires physicians who perform abortions to have hospital admitting privileges at a facility within 30 miles. Additionally, it mandates that only a physician may dispense or administer abortioninducing drugs, and requires the

physician to comply with all FDA guidelines for the drug. The bill also requires licensed abortion facilities to meet the same minimum safety standards as ambulatory surgical centers, beginning Sept. 1, 2014.

“New research and advanced technology give prematurelyborn children a renewed chance at life, which should give us all pause as we argue the definition of viability and consider the human impact of abortion,” Gov. Perry said. “Additionally, House Bill 2

ensures that anyone performing abortions in Texas is doing so in a facility that is safe, clean and prepared to deal with any emergencies that might occur - a reasonable, common sense expectation for those caring for the health and safety of Texans.”

Gov. Perry continues to be a staunch defender of life in Texas. He has signed legislation requiring parents to consent to their minor daughter’s abortion, banning tax dollars from being used to support abortion facilities, and requiring women to have a sonogram before an abortion. The governor has also fought to ensure Texas women get the health services they need, including $100 million in new funding to expand women’s health services and creating the Texas Women’s Health Program.

Texas Is the New Frontier for Opportunity, Innovation in America Gov. Rick Perry highlighted the fiscally conservative policies that have helped strengthen Texas’ jobs climate, including the state’s low taxes, smart regulations, fair courts and skilled workforce. The governor spoke at the Texas Association of Business Central Texas Chamber of Commerce.

“Over the last ten years, Texas has been responsible for 30 percent of the net new jobs created nationwide that’s one state on its own responsible for nearly one out of every three jobs created in the U.S.,” Gov. Perry said.

“Texas continues to evolve into the new frontier for opportunity and innovation in America, with thriving communities, a deep cultural base and a tremendous quality of life.

This all adds up to a Texas economy that’s healthy and strong, and will remain that way for many years to come.”

Texas’s economic climate continues to receive national accolades and attention, including being named the Best State to do Business for nine years in a row by Chief Executive Magazine’s survey of 700 CEOs. The

governor also noted that Austin has been selected to host the X Games for the next four years, further proof of Central Texas’ growing economic, cultural and global presence.

Gov. Perry also touted legislation passed during the 83rd Session to maintain Texas’ strong economic momentum, including bills creating a new university in South Texas, providing historic funding for water infrastructure projects, and keeping the tax burden low on job creators.

Joe Pool Announces Candidacy for Texas Railroad Commissioner Dripping Springs, Texas— July 18, 2013 — A 5th generation Texan, Joe Pool, Jr. has spent his career in Texas Oil and Gas. Born and raised in Dallas with his summers spent on a family farm along the Old San Antonio Railroad which is now the center of the EagleBine Oil Play. A UT Law Graduate with experience as an Oil & Gas Operator he has served as an Oil & Gas consultant for numerous corporations as well as law firms. Pool understands oil & gas and has the unique qualities to continue improving Texas Energy Production as the next Texas

Railroad Commissioner.

“I learned from my father at a young age that being a servant to the Great State of Texas was an admirable trait and one that ensures the future of Texas,” said Pool. Joe Pool was a 3 term Texas Congressional Member and was well known for his time spent on the House UnAmerican Activities Committee.

“I am the one candidate that has drilled and completed over 100 wells as a working interest owner.

I have also risked capital, drilled holes and plugged and abandoned my fair share of wells. I understand

the need to be fiscally responsible, environmentally conscientious and business friendly.” “I also believe that the greatness of our State is in the pride of our Fellow Statesmen,” reflected Pool.

Joe Pool, Jr. brings a strong commitment to nurturing job creation and fighting against the overreach of the EPA and other Federal Government regulatory agencies. Proud to be called a Constitutional Conservative, Joe Pool, Jr. understands the working man’s need for safety and security in the energy industries

Shawn Streib Gray, Broker 830-232-4500 FEATURED LISTING: Concan Country Club. Golf course lots…your choice….just $60,000 FEATURED LISTING: Tierra Linda in Concan. ONLY 1 LOT LEFT!!! $50,000 Property 001 : 9.3 ac. Views, underground utilities and sensible restrictions. Borders a large ranch.

Owner/Broker. $129,900 Property 002: Gorgeous 4BD/4BA custom home at 482 Camino del Rancho in Concan on 6+ acs. $595,000 HUGE REDUCTION Property 3-6: 1+ ac. Commercial lots Concan.

Frontage on US HWY 83. All utilities available. $139,000-$149,000 Property 007: 1570 sq. ft. 3/2 on 5+ acs. Great workshop w/extra living quarters. 435 RR 337 West is a MUST SEE. $196,000 Property 008: Old Town Uvalde! 823 N. Getty St. Charming 2/2 home w/2 guest houses. HUGE REDUCTION $206,000 Property 009 : 134 acs. RR337 West frontage.

Great for hunting. Elec. meter. Views. Will divide into 84 and 50 ac. $328,300 REDUCED Property 010: 2.61 ac. lot on county rd. just 2 mi. east of Leakey. Covered w/oaks, city water & elec. avail. Great home base for RV! $69,000 Property 012: Beautiful RIVERFRONT cabin!

2.27 acs. Rentals OK. Huge deck overlooking the Frio, secluded, bunkhouse. $350,000 Property 013 : 96 Canyon Oaks Dr. in Concan.

3BD/3BA 1792 sq. ft. home. Great rental potential $268,000 NEWProperty 014 : TEXAS TUSCAN! Stunning home on 10 acs. w/pool, outdoor kitchen, extensive landscaping, fenced/x-fenced. $369,000 Property 015: Nice 2 ac. lot in Saddle Mtn. Water meter in place, elec & phone run across front of lot. $49,000 REDUCED POSSIBLE O.F. Property 016: 3BD/2BA on nearly 1⁄2 ac. @ 525 Davis Place in Twin Forks. Beautiful river park and nice, spacious home. $129,000 Property 017: Whiskey Mountain Inn. 1869 Farmhouse on 17.69 acs. w/6 rental cabins.

Gorgeous! $498,500 REDUCED!!

Property 018 : HUNTING! 31+ ACS. Blinds, feeders and travel trailer! Remote but good access.

REDUCED $74,900 PENDING Property 019 : RIVERFRONT HOME! 6+ acs.

3BR/3.5BA + Apt. Fishing pond, huge barn, rock patios! $699,000 REDUCED! POSSIBLE O.F. NEWProperty 020: 75+ac. in Concan! No restrictions, end-of-road privacy. 4/2 mfg. DW home, guest cabin, studio. 24507 N. Hwy. 83 $595,000 Property 022 : INCOME PRODUCING! 2/1 house and 3/2 mobile home. Frio River access + close to Garner State Park. $126,500 REDUCED Property 023: Cute log cabin on 7+/- acs. Deer Creek Estates. On a seasonal creek, remote, pretty views. $125,000 REDUCED Property 024: Frio River Place lot. Nearly THREE acres! Water & elec. available. Nice river access.

RV usage ok. $109,000 REDUCED Property 025 : RR336 north of Leakey. 17+ acs.

West prong of the Frio River on eastern boundary $222,000 REDUCED Property 026-027 : RIVER FRONT! Gorgeous oak and cypress trees, views of the mountains. $225,000 EA. POSSIBLE OWNER FINANCING Property 028 : Frio River Place 1.51 acs. SUPER CLOSE to river. Water system& elec. Nice area. $75,000 POSSIBLE OWNER FINANCING Property 029 : 260 acs. +/- WILL DIVIDE Hwy. frontage, Call Martin for all the details! $4250 per acre Property 030: Rancho Real, 10 ac. of remote land.

4x4 needed. Great hunting or recreational tract.

Pretty flat topography. $32,500 Property 031: Riverfront home in the Frio Pecan Farm! In rental pool. Lots of amenities. $269,000 REDUCED Property 032: 1167 River Road in Concan on 1AC. 3BD/2BA. Location, views, in rental pool, furnished. Great Buy at $249,000 REDUCED Property 033: 5.16 ac. lot near town. City water & elec. Gorgeous views, paved roads, security gate. $84,900 Property 034: 3 acs. In Concan fronting Hwy. 127.

Just past Neal’s& Frio River. Great Commercial location! $225,000

Property 035: 144 acs. Leakey city limits. Huge trees, county road frontage. Great homeplace or Development $7,000 per ac. PENDING NEWProperty 036: 8.65 acs. In Shady Oaks.

Private yet minutes from town. Lots of big oaks.

Electricity available. $69,000 Property 037: 5.3 ac. in Deer Creek Estates.

HUGE oak trees and views. Gated entry & private paved road access. All useable land. $64,500 Property 038: Cozy 2/2 log cabin in Frio Pecan Farm. Managed rentals. Investment property. $175,000 Property 039: Beautiful & spacious 4Bd/3Ba on nearly 1 ac. in Twin Forks. Super floor plan, covered porch, newer constr. $225,000 Property 040: Newer rock home in River Tree.

Heavily treed lot, unique touches throughout, outdoor fp, GREAT river park. $259,900 Property 041: 25 acs. Hunting property w/well & electricity. Frontage on Hwy. 41. Great location. $95,000 Property 042: Estate size lot in The Ranch. Huge Oak & pecan trees, ag. Exempt, underground elec.

Frio access. NICE! $181,000 Property 043: 10+ acs. AG EXEMPT! Great homesite. Small tank site, meter pole, RR337 & County Rd. frontage. $105,000 Property 044-046 : Canyon Oaks/Concan lots.

River access, elec./ water available. 1ac. to 9+ acs.!!! $42,500 to $85,000 Property 047: 1+/- ac. lot Mountain Valley in Concan. Close to golf course, House Pasture, Frio.

Rentals OK!!! $89,000 Property 048: 3BD/2BA nice brick home w/ workshop & barn. Emerald Oaks Subdv. 103 Laurel St. $275,000 Property 049:84 acs. Off 337 W. Great hunting property….great price of $1950 per acre! Adjacent property available (See #9) $163,800 Property 050: River access lot w/huge trees! All utilities. Frio River Place. Just steps from the Frio!

Owner/Agent $86,000 Property 051: 3/2 ROCK home on 5+ acs. w/ Patterson Creek frontage& no restrictions. Close to town, great views. $279,000 NEWProperty 052: 5+ acres just West of Leakey.

Fronts on John Buchanan Rd. Bldg. site faces east and is ready to go! $52,500 NEWProperty 053: 130+ acs. In Concan. Bear Creek Rd. Both sides of Bear Creek, partially fenced. NO Restrictions. Development Potential.

Property 054: Palo Verde Ln. Nice 3/2 mfrd. Home on over 1⁄4 acre lot. Oak Trees and fenced yard. $79,900 OWNER WILL FINANCE Property 055: Two adjacent lots in Emerald Oaks Subdivision. Each lot is 1/2 acre. Very nice area. $22,500 EACH Property 056: Lovely newer home on 4 ac. close to town. Views for MILES! Huge porches, custom cabinetry, workshop. $229,500 Property 057: 10 ac. in Rancho Real. Flat to gently rolling and very secluded. Must have 4x4 for access. Only $40,000 Property 058: 39 ac. in Rancho Real. Big views and great hunting. 4x4 is a MUST to access this property. $79,960 NEWProperty 059: Lot #260 in Twin Forks. Very close to Cathedral Park and the beautiful Frio River! Water& Elec. available. $25,000 Property 060: The Ranch Subdivision in Concan.

Ag. Exempt residential lot 6+ ACS.w/Frio Access. $133,140 NEWProperty 061: 3BD/2 1⁄2 BA home PLUS guest house! Newly remodeled. Investors should take a look! $150,000 Property 064: Two 1+ ac. lots w/Hwy. 83 frontage.

No Restrictions. Elec. & city water available. $37,500 each lot.

Property 065: 3/2 brick house on RR337. No Restrictions. Currently a successful nightly rental.

CLOSE to river. $129,500 REDUCED Property 066-070: 15 to 89+ acs. On RR 2748 near Garner. Choose your tract size!! $115,000 to $429,000 OWNER TERMS

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JAIL REGISTER

Real County Sheriff’s Office Weekly Dispatch Report July 14, - July 20, 2013

July 14 - July 20, 2013 MAUEL, ZACHARY JOHN 34 W/ M, LEAKEY, TEXAS, A/O CARR, POSSESSION WITH INTENT TO DELIVER CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE PENALTY GROUP 1 MORE THAN 4 GRAMS LESS THAN 200 GRAMS $35,000 SURETY WITH PRETRIAL; RAY, JAMES EDWARD 28 W/M, CAMPWOOD, TEXAS, A/O TOLLESON, FAIL TO APPEAR - THEFT OF PROPERTY GREATER OR EQUAL TO $50 LESS THAN $500 ( EL PASO COUNTY WARRANT ) $3,500 SURETY; BOONE, DAVID ALLEN, 35 W/M, RIO FRIO, TEXAS, A/O BRICE GRAND JURY INDICTMENT COUNT I SEXUAL ASSAULT OF CHILD; COUNT II SEXUAL ASSAULT OF CHILD

Real County Law Officers James E. Brice, Sheriff Don Gass, Deputy Sheriff Chris Sheridan, Deputy Sheriff Bruce Carr, Deputy Sheriff Jim Wilson, Constable Joe Tolleson, Constable Corporal Jake Sanchez, DPS Highway Patrol Clint Graham, TPWD Game Warden

General Contractor

Treespraying for ball moss

830.591.4734(CELL) 830-232-6727 No more remembering to put the trash out on trash day, just put it in the dumpster.

Leakey, Tx 78873

PROFESSIONAL REAL ESTATE & HOME INSPECTION SERVICE fsctwc@hctc.net 830.232.6742 210.844.2602 P.O. Box 185 Leakey, Texas 78873

TOM CALDWELL

Billie Franklin,

Sabinal Correspondent

Contributing Writers: Dave Crowe Elaine Padgett Carnegie Katie Burkhart Irene Van Winkle email:

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Comparison of Proposed Rates with Last Year’s Rates Maintenance Interest Local Revenue

Student Last Year’s Rate Rate to Maintain Same Level of Maintenance & Operations Revenue & Pay Debt Service Proposed Rate

&Operations $ 1.04

$ 1.04284 $ 1.04

& Sinking Fund* Total Per Student $ .0

$ .0 $ .0

* $ 1.04

$ 9,608

State Per

$ 1.04284 $ 10,206 * $1.04 $ 10,221

$1, 369 $1,369

Comparison of Proposed Levy with Last Year’s Levy on Average Residence Last Year This Year Average Market Value of Residences $90,528 $94,515 Average Taxable Value of Residences $69,466 $75,146 Last Year’s Rate Versus Proposed Rate per $100 Value $ 1.04 $ 1.04 Taxes Due on Average Residence $ 722.45 $781.52 Increase (Decrease) in Taxes $ 59.07 Under state law, the dollar amount of school taxes imposed on the residence homestead of a person 65 years of age or older, or of the surviving spouse of such a person, if the surviving spouse was 55 years of age or older when the person died, may not be increased above the amount paid in the first year after the person turned 65, regardless of changes in tax rate or property value.

Notice of Rollback Rate: The highest tax rate the district can adopt before requiring voter approval at an election is $1.0401 This election will be automatically held if the district adopts a rate in excess of the rollback rate of $1.0401.

Fund Balances The following estimated balances will remain at the end of the current fiscal year and are not encumbered with or by a corresponding debt obligation, less estimated funds necessary for operating the district before receipt of the first state aid payment: Maintenance and Operations Fund Balance(s) $ 147,937 Interest & Sinking Fund Balance(s) $ 0.000

GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS

City of Leakey Mayor: Harry Schneemann Secretary: Dee Dee Wally Office: 830-232-6757 Fax: 830-232-6775 Councilmen: Ken Auld • Hugh Buchanan • Carl Jensen • Jesus Rubio • Bob Bowers Leakey Volunteer Fire Dept.830-232-4005 Frio Canyon EMS, Inc.830-232-5299 City of Camp Wood Mayor: Ben Cox Office: 830-597-2265 Fax: 830-597-5365 email:cityhall@swtexas.net Aldermen: Curtis Wilson • Brant Hickman • Sammie Ives •Jesse Chavez • Josh Cox Volunteer Fire Dept:830-597-6100 Camp Wood Library: 830-597-3208 Nueces Canyon EMS: 830-597-4200 City of Sabinal Mayor: Louis Landeros Secretary: Betty Jo Harris Office: 830-988-2218 Councilmembers: Nancy Alvarado, Chuck Van Pelt, Alma Martinez, Linda Musquiz, Eloisa Munoz and Mike Nuckles Sabinal Library 830-988-2911 Sabinal Municipal Judge: Anita Herndon 830-988-2630 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 Chris Lacey: 830-597-6129 Sheriff, James Earl Brice 830-232-5201 Tax Assessor-Collector Donna Brice: 830-232-6210 Treasurer, Mairi Gray 830-232-6627 Chief Appraiser Kelley Shults 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

LEGAL NOTICE THE STATE OF TEXAS TO: KEVIN D. LEE, and All Whom it May Concern, Respondents; GREETINGS: NOTICE TO RESPONDENT: You have been sued. You may employ an attorney. If you, or your attorney, do not file a written answer with the clerk who issued this citation by 10:00 a.m. on the Monday next following the expiration of twenty days after you were served this citation and petition, a default judgment may be taken against you.

The petition of JAMES W. FLOYD AND KATHY J. FLOYD, Petitioner was filed in the 38th Judicial District Court of REAL County, Texas on the 28th day of June, 2013 against STORMI JEAN LaMUNYON AND KEVIN D. LEE, Respondent in the above entitled cause and entitled “In the Interest of LYLAH ROSE MARIE FLOYD, a child.”

The suit requests That Petitioners Be Appointed Sole Managing Conservators Of The Child, as is more fully shown by Petition on file in this suit.

The date and place of birth of the child/children who is/are the subject of the suit is/are: BIRTH DATE: 01/26/2010 BIRTH PLACE: NA “The court has authority in this suit to render an order in the child’s (children’s) interest that will be binding on you, including the termination of the Parent-child Relationship, the determination of paternity, and the appointment of a conservator with authority to consent to the child’s (children’s) adoption.”

ISSUED AND GIVEN UNDER my hand and seal of said Court at Leakey, Texas, on this the 3rd day of July, 2013.

Bella A. Rubio, District Clerk 38th Judicial District Court Real County, Texas

$1,730

* The Interest & Sinking Fund tax revenue is used to pay for bonded indebtedness on construction, equipment, or both.

The bonds, and the tax rate necessary to pay those bonds, were approved by the voters of this district.

Let us take out the trash for you

157 US Hwy. 83 South P.O. Box 822 Leakey, Texas 78873 (830) 232-6294 (830) 433-1424 Published Each Wednesday Julie Becker/Editor/Publisher

Comparison of Proposed Budget with Last Year’s Budget The applicable percentage increase or decrease (or difference) in the amount budgeted in the preceding fiscal year and the amount budgeted for the fiscal year that begins during the current tax year is indicated for each of the following expenditure categories.

Maintenance and operations 1.83 % increase or 0 % ( decrease) Debt service 0 % increase or 6.17 % (decrease) Total. Expenditures _ % increase or 3.74 % (decrease)

Revenue

Rio Brewster Waste Management

HILL COUNTRY HERALD

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING TO DISCUSS BUDGET AND PROPOSED TAX RATE The Leakey Independent School District will hold a public meeting at 6:00 p.m, August 19, 2013 in the Leakey ISD School Cafeteria, Leakey, Texas. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the school district’s budget that will determine the tax rate that will be adopted. Public participation in the discussion is invited.

The tax rate that is ultimately adopted at this meeting or at a separate meeting at a later date may not exceed the proposed rate shown below unless the district publishes a revised notice containing the same information and comparisons set out below and holds another public meeting to discuss the revised notice.

Bonded Indebtedness Total amount of outstanding and unpaid bonded indebtedness* $ -0* Outstanding principal.

SERVICES

Professional Inspector License #9190

Pursuant to the Texas Local Government Code Section 152.905, notice is hereby given by the Presiding Judge of the 38th Judicial District, the Honorable Camile G. DuBose, of a public hearing to be held in open court on Friday, August 23, 2013 at 9:00 a.m. in the District Courtroom, Real County Courthouse, Leakey, Texas. The purpose of said hearing will be for setting the compensation of the Of�icial Court Reporter.

* “Appraised Value” is the amount shown on the appraisal roll and defined by Section 1.04(8), Tax Code. ** “New Property” is defined by Section 26.012(17), Tax Code. *** “Taxable value” is defined by Section 1.04(10), Tax Code.

FIREWOOD/ DAY HUNTING

P.O. Box 868

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

Total Appraised Value and Total Taxable Value (as calculated under Section 26.04,Tax Code) Preceding Tax Year Current Tax Year Total appraised value* of all property $765,177,296 $766,573,348 Total appraised value* of new property** $ 1,954,224 $ 1,291,797 Total taxable value*** of all property $257,121,283 $259,691,230 Total taxable value*** of new property** $ 1,917,841 $ 1,291,797

Bryan Shackelford

Owners

7/20/2013 @ - 1118 responded to Ranch Road 1120 south for a vehicle parked in a no parking zone - 1340 responded to Patterson Drive in Leakey for an out of control burn - 1501 responded to Ranch Road 337 East for a vehicle parked in a no parking zone - 1542 responded to Ranch Road 1120 south for a vehicle parked in a no parking zone 2144 responded to Texas Highway 55 south for a report of loud explosions

Maintenance Tax $1.04 / $100 (Proposed rate for maintenance and operations) School Debt Service Tax Approved by Local Voters $ -0- /$100 (Proposed rate to pay bonded indebtedness)

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.

Larry & Patricia Chisum

7/14/2013 @ - 148 responded to the 400 block of South Nueces Street in Camp Wood for a disturbance call - 2105 responded to US Highway 83 South of Leakey for a report of a reckless driver 7/18/2013 @ - 021 responded to Seventh Street in Leakey for a disturbance call 7/19/2013 @ - 1428 responded to US Highway 83 north for a motor vehicle accident - 1905 responded to US Highway 83 south for a motor vehicle accident

Frio Canyon Annual EMS Meeting, open to all who are interested, On Aug. 5th, a the Real County Courthouse at 7pm Leakey Floral Cemetery Association is serching for the family of Helena Brown Vest.

Please call Kathy Brooks, 830-232-5495 SEND YOUR PUBLIC NOTICES TO

editor@hillcountryherald.net FRIO CANYON EMS IS IN DESPERATE NEED OF DRIVERS AND MEDICS

If you are interested please contact Diane at 830-232-5299

TEXAS RANCHEROS MINI STORAGE

NEW INSULATED UNITS

5X10, 10X20, 10X30 UNITS RENTAL PRICES FROM $30 PER MONTH Office Location: 171 E. Main, Leakey, Texas Office Hours: 9 am to 3 pm, Tues., Wed., Thurs.

830-232-5656 830-232-5290

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Wednesday, July 24, 2013

The Devil’s Sinkhole State Natural Area

Rocksprings, TX Birding, Nature Walks, Day and Motorcycle Tours Tours begin from the Rocksprings Visitors Center 830-683-2287 tours@devilssinkhole.org

BATS AND MORE BATS

The Devil’s Sinkhole National Natural Landmark is experiencing a big bat population boom. The landmark, the centerpiece of the 1856-acre Devil’s Sinkhole State Natural Area is home to Texas’s fourth biggest bat colony estimated as large as 3.8 million bats. Every night during bat season (May through October) hordes of Mexican freetail bats arise from the immense sinkhole, Texas’s fourth deepest cave and largest one-chamber cave. The bats arise in a complicated counter clockwise pattern, a bat tornado. Spectators are able to view this wonder of nature Wednesdays through Sundays by contacting the Rocksprings Visitors Center at 830-683-7645 or tours@devilssinkhole.org. The bat tour and the other tours to the state natural area all begin at the Rocksprings Visitors Center and must be guided. The Devil’s Sinkhole Society, a nonprofit Texas Parks and Wildlife friends group, has provided tours to the amazing cave and its beautiful suroundings for twelve years. Day tours, nature walks, and birding tours are currently also available. From August through October, the Society volunteeres will offer morning bat return tours by reservation.

FRIO CANYON DOLLAR PLUS STORE

NOW OPEN IN OUR NEW LOCATION DOWNTOWN LEAKEY ACROSS FROM THE COURTHOUSE Ice Cream Shoppe 16 Flavors Blue Bell Ice Cream! Groceries, Snacks, Cold Drinks & Ice, Makeup, Medicines, Greeting Cards Fishing Supplies, Swimming Gear & Sunglasses, Picnic Supplies, Automotive, Toys, Games Store Hours are: Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat 7am to 10pm Sunday 11am to 10 pm

BLUEBELL ICE CREAM 1/2 Gallons Brown Rim & Gold Rim

$5.99

Closed on Tuesdays

US Hwy. 83 Leakey, Texas 830-232-4260

“The Lumber Yard” since 1958 Hardware • Plumbing • Electrical Siding • Doors • Insulation Truss Package* • Concrete Products Roof Packages* • Beams to size* *special order

www.realbuilding.net

Job Site Delivery Blueprint Take-offs Door/Window Take-offs

(AUSTIN) — Texas Comptroller Susan Combs reminds shoppers they can save money on certain items priced under $100 during the state’s annual sales tax holiday. This year, the sales tax holiday is scheduled for Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 9 -11.

The law exempts most clothing, footwear, school supplies and backpacks priced under $100 from sales tax, which could save shoppers about $8 on every $100 they spend during the weekend.

“Texas families can take advantage of the sales tax holiday when doing their backto-school shopping,” Combs said. “The tax holiday applies to a variety of items ranging from

pens to jeans to help shoppers around Texas save some of their hard earned money.”

Lists of apparel and school supplies that may be purchased tax free can be found on the Comptroller’s website at www.TexasTaxHoliday.org.

This year, shoppers will save an estimated $74.1 million in state and local sales taxes during the Sales Tax Holiday.

The dates for the tax holiday weekend are established by the Legislature in the state tax code.

The sales tax holiday has been an annual event since 1999.

Freddie Cuellar 830-426-4261

Mama Chole’s

Mexican Restaurant (830) 232-6111

Jimmy Albarado III Alma Albarado Owners Hwy 83 Downtown Leakey, Texas

“motorcycle friendly”

RESERVE YOUR STAY:

830-232-5246 OR leakeyinn@gmail.com

527 S. Hwy 83 Leakey, TX, 78873 USA

MISSOURA’S GENERAL STORE & CONFECTIONARY

BEER, WINE, SODIE POP’S TEE SHIRTS, SOUVENIRS, NIK NAKS & CONFECTIONARY TREATS THAT WILL SURELY TICKLE YOUR FANCY.

Send Your Club News To editor@ hillcountryherald.net

NO CHARGE FOR NON-PROFITS

The 2nd Annual Marcus Martinez 2013 Softball Tournament The tournament was held on Saturday June15th, 2013. The M&M Scholarship Committee would like to thank our wonderful community and surrounding communities. This event was made possible by the following business’s and individuals; Applebee’s-Uvalde, TX, Drips & Doodles-Leakey, TX McDonald’s-San Antonio, TX The Hot Dog Stand-Leakey, TX Vinny’s Italian Restaurant- Leakey, TX Real Building Supply-Leakey, TX Cold River Hardware-Leakey, TX Motorcycle Stop- Leakey, TX Kwik Car- Uvalde, Texas Neal’s Restaurant-Concan, TX Fat Rob’s Tube and Shuttle-Concan, TX Rhode’s Taxidermy- Kerrville, TX River Rags and Rhinestones- Leakey, TX Michelle Bingham Photography-Leakey, TX Beauty in the Beads-TX The Treehouse-Leakey, TX Hill Country BBQ-Leakey, TX House Pasture- Concan, TX Leakey Auto Supply-Leakey, Texas Chilli’s Restaurant-Kerrville, TX A&A Tire Service-Kerrville, TX Friends Grill-Leakey, TX Kico’s Auto Repair-Leakey, TX

Lala’s Mexican Food Restaurant-Leakey, TX Frio’s Dry Fifty-Concan, TX Dora’s Nursery- Concan, TX Buchanan Cabins-Concan, TX Texas Hip Chic Bling-Leakey, TX RW Ranch-Leakey, TX Frio Fergie-Concan, TX Mama Chole’s-Leakey, TX Frio Springs Lodges-Leakey, TX Ella Purls-Leakey, TX JR Construction-Leakey, TX Club at Concan-Concan, Texas Buzzie BBQ-Kerrville, TX Lake House Restaurant-Kerrville, TX Chicken Express-Kerrville, TX Kens Stoepel Ford-Kerrville, TX Happy Hollow-Leakey, Texas M&M’s - Leakey, TX Wal-Mart-TX Minnie & Ben Martinez, Juanita & Raymundo Martinez, Nina Maguire & Bert Martinez, The Hohman Family, The Vinton Family, Nina & Martin Martinez, Sid Bort, Renda Dean, David Snell, Elly & Duane Wilson, Angela Strieb & Kathy Sowersby, Deana & Jerry Hickman, Darren, Lisa Blackman, Peggy Yaklin, Letty Lara, Anne Navarro, Rene Martinez, Ben Martinez,

RIVER RAGS N RHINESTONES TAX FREE WEEKEND AUGUST �TH , ��TH AND ��TH

Real Building Supply, Inc. U.S. Hwy 83 Leakey, Texas 830-232-5241

Hauling Road Base • Sand • Gravel • Asphalt Trash Removal Service • Roll-Offs • Demolition

ONLY $9 per week

Texas Sales Tax Holiday is Aug. 9 to 11

George Martinez, The Faulkners-Hunt, TX, Mike Hurley.

Thank you for your support! ***Special thanks to everyone who participated on the softball teams, umpires, scoreboard keepers, all the concession stand volunteers, raffle booth volunteers.

Ruben Navarro for the opening prayer, Tristan Elmore who sang the National Anthem, Hill Country Herald for all the free advertisement for the event, The American Legion, All the business’s that sponsored the teams, Bert Martinez for Donating The Championship Medals, Les and Cynthia Edgington, Rene Martinez, Letty, Celina & David Lara, Cecy & Scott Buchanan, Isaiah & Anthony Chavez, Raymundo Martinez, Juanita & Raymundo Martinez, Ray & Inez Martinez, Sid Bort, Maria Guerrero, Frio Canyon Park…. Because of you a senior from Leakey ISD will receive a scholarship in Marcus Martinez’s name. You made this possible and for that we thank you from the bottom of hearts. If we missed your name we apologize. We worked very hard to keep up with all the workers at the event and everyone who donated.

Martin, Nina & Olivia are wonderful people that have suffered a great loss. Their faith in the Lord and the support from their family, friends and the community will keep Marcus’s spirit alive.

Marcus you will forever be in our hearts. ~Love you Mijo~ Support your local business’s because when it comes down to it….They will always be there to help you.

I love Leakey~Nina Maguire

ALL CHILDREN’S,WOMEN’S AND MEN’S CLOTHES ��% OFF PLUS YOU PAY NO TAXES ALL CHILDREN,WOMEN’S AND MEN’S SHOES AND FLIP FLOPS ��% OFF AND YOU PAY NO TAXES WOMEN’S BOOTS ALL ��% BUT YOU HAVE TO PAY TAXES

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LEAKEY ISD 2013-2014 SCHOOL SUPPLY LIST KINDERGARTEN 2 (24 count) Crayola crayons 1 (8 count) Crayola crayons 1 (4 ounce) ELMER’S glue 8 LARGE glue sticks 1 yellow highlighter 1 pkg. classic color markers 1 small school supply box 1 12 pk. Pencils 2 boxes Kleenex 1 box Ziploc bags (Girls sandwich, Boys gallon size) 1 blunt tip scissors 1 green plastic folder with pockets 1 blue plastic folder with pockets 1 backpack (without wheels) 1 watercolors FIRST GRADE 1 box Crayola crayons (24 count) 2 wide rule composition notebooks #2 pencils (Dixon Ticonderoga) 1dozen 1 pair pointed scissors 1 large glue stick 4 pocket folders w/brads 1 plastic supply box (small) 1 small backpack (without wheels) 1 bottle Germ-X – 10 oz SECOND GRADE 1 small pencil box 1 box crayola markers 2 boxes tissue 2 pkg crayons (16 or 24 count) 2 pkg #2 pencils 1 4 oz. Elmer’s white glue

1 small pair sharp student scissors 1 large erasers 1 pkg. 9x12 multicolored construction paper 1 wide ruled composition notebook (for journal) 1 pkg wide ruled notebook paper 1 - 1” binder 1 backpack (without wheels)

THIRD GRADE 1 composition book 1 spiral notebook 1 pair scissors 1 small supply box 1 pkg. construction paper ( multicolored or white) 2 pkgs. Pencils

2 large glue sticks 2 box crayons 2 highlighters (any two different colors) 3 boxes tissue 6 folders- pockets & brads-blue,green,yellow,ora nge,red,purple FOURTH GRADE 4 pk Post it notes any size/color 2 pkgs #2 pencils (24 count) 2 spiral notebooks wide ruled 3 composition notebooks 8 folders with pockets and brads (solid colors please) 2 pkg wide ruled notebook paper 1 hard ruler (inches & centimeters), please no bendable ones 2 glue sticks 1 pkg map pencils 1 pkg crayons (24 count) 3 boxes tissue 1 pair student scissors 2 1-inch binders – hard cover with pockets 1 bottle hand sanitizer with pump top NO PENCIL SHARPENERS FIFTH GRADE 1 boxes tissues 24 #2 pencils 1 pkg. wide ruled notebook paper 1 pkg. crayola map pencils (12 count) 1 pkg. Crayola fine line, classic colors markers (10 count) 1 pair scissors with point 1 pencil box – full size

Wednesday, July 24, 2013

Hill Country Herald Page 5

It is Mini Cheer Camp Time!

By Cheer Sponsor Nancy Luce

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Break out those Pom-Poms! Nueces Canyon Mini Cheer Camp will be held Friday, August 16th from 9:00am to 2:30pm at the Nueces Canyon HS Gym. The camp fee will be $30.00 that includes a camp t-shirt or $20.00 without. Attendees need get the correct t-shirt sizes to Nancy Luce by Aug 12th. Contact Nancy Luce at 234-3524 or 279-4506. See you there! Pictured: High School Cheer Squad: Alisabeth Threadgill, Natalie Vargulish, Aspen Winston, Gabby Irwin, Mascot: Nikki Milliorn, Kristol Choz-Perez, Savannah Amine, Hailey Luce, and Ozzie Watters

Real County Centennial 5K Fun Run/Walk Kids Courthouse Dash Saturday August 31, 2013 @ 8:00 am Race Information: 5K Run/Walk- $25.00 Kids Courthouse Dash- $10.00 NOTE: KIDS 9 an older can participate in 5K if parent thinks child is capable. Kids 8 and younger can participate in Courthouse Dash. 5k will run first and then Kids Dash.

All proceeds will benefit Leakey & Nueces Canyon Athletics Awards will be given to Top Female and Top Male

Registration Packet Pick-up Information: Registration Form can be printed online.

Mail or register online (www.realcounty1913.com).

Send in registration form along with your check or cash to: Real County Centennial Willis Springfield Attn: Fun Run 5k Walk/Run P.O. Box 96 Rio Frio, TX 78879

911 System. Once again, more business as usual. So, I think I will refrain from saying that it has been “Business as Usual.� As to the above examples, the County is slowly but surely addressing each.

Well it is that time again. Yes, time to get out the old pencil and work on the budget for next year. The Commissioners’ Court has already held two budget workshops.

However, we cannot really get down to business until we receive the “Certified Appraisals.� Those totals should be out this week and then it begins in earnest.

We already know that insurance costs are going up. We suspect that Oil and Gas revenues will be down again. Over the last two budget years we have made substantial cuts and have tried to streamline as many processes as possible. Once again, it looks like another very frugal year for the County.

The next planned budget workshop is

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scheduled for August 13th at 1:15 PM at the Courthouse Annex.

This weekâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s quote comes from Thomas Jefferson who said, â&#x20AC;&#x153;I consider the foundation of the Constitution as laid on this ground that â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;all powers not delegated to the United States, by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the states, are reserved to the states or to the people.â&#x20AC;&#x2122; To take a single step beyond the boundaries thus specially drawn around the powers of Congress, is to take possession of a boundless field of power, not longer susceptible of any definition.â&#x20AC;?

As always, if you have comments on this article or other County related issues, feel free to contact me either on my cell (210) 912-8481 or at home (830) 234-3160 or via email at burrogone@yahoo.com

Event: Nueces River Ecosystem Workshop Presenter: Sky Lewey-Nueces River Authority Date: July 24, 2013 Time: 9 am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 12pm Place: Nueces Canyon High School- Room 15 (Jan Pratherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s classroom) Purpose: To learn about the Nueces River water quality and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s riparian. The event will occur on July 24, 2013 from 9am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 12pm.

The program is set up for all ages.

Did you know that the aquatic life in our local watershed can indicate the quality of our river and its riparian area? Come join Sky Lewey with the Nueces River Authority and Jan Prather and collect and classify aquatic insects of the Nueces River. The event will begin at the Nueces Canyon High School in Room 17. Participants will then trek to the river and collect local aquatic insects. This information will be documented and compared with the data from previous collections. From the investigation the group will determine what is need to improve our local ecosystem.

For more information call Jan Prather at 830-591-3257.

NUECES CANYON ELEMENTARY 2013-2014 School Supply List Kindergarten Supply List 2013-14 2 boxes of tissue 1 pair of fiskar primary scissors 1 box of washable markers 8 pack 1 plastic supply box (cigar box size) 6 glue sticks 1 package #2 pencils 1 tri-fold nap mat (Wal-Mart) No blankets or pillows 7 pocket folders 1 spiral notebook (70 pages) 1 package baby wipes 1 box pint-size Ziploc bags First Grade Supply list for 2013-14 2 composition notebooks 3 glue sticks 1 bottle glue (8 oz) 5 pocket folders 1 box quart-size Ziploc bags 1 plastic supply box 2 boxes of tissues 1 box crayons (24) 1 pair fiskar primary scissors 2 boxes #2 pencils 2 packages pencil top erasers 1 zippered pencil pouch 1 three ring binder (1 1â &#x201E;2 inch) 1 three ring binder 1 inch

Second Grade Supply List 2013-14 1 backpack 1 box of 24 crayons (no markers) 2 boxes of #2 pencils (wood) 3 packages pencil top erasers 1 pair fiskar primary scissors 1 large box colored pencils 2 large glue sticks 2 boxes of tissues (200 ct) 1 plastic supply box 2 composition notebooks 6 pocket folders with brads 1 package wide-ruled notebook paper 1 package of 4 dry erase markers (med pt) 1 box Ziploc bags (quart or pint) Third Grade Supply List 2013-14 1 pocket folder 1 pair fiskar scissors 1 glue stick 2 three-ring binder (1 inch) 1 box crayons 1 box colored pencils (24) 1 red pen 3 packages #2 pencils 2 packages wide-ruled notebook paper 2 boxes tissues 1 package quart size Ziploc bags Replenish pencils and paper throughout the school year

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Edwards County Commissionerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Corner Yes, I know it has been some time since my last article and I do apologize for that.

The only excuse I have is that there has not been any major issues on the front burner for a while. I could say that it is business as usual; but over the last couple of years, I have found that business as usual has (at times) not been a good thing. I will say that there are those that would like to return to the old days of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Business as Usual.â&#x20AC;?

I am not one of those individuals. In the past, business as usual caused the County to utilize the Reserve Account to fund its budget. Business as usual created a problem when the County failed to take notice on the problems with its insurance through the West Texas Rural Counties Association. At the last Commissioners Court Meeting, it was brought to our attention that the County had not been receiving the $50,000+ from Middle Rio Grande COG to update the

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4th-6th Grade Supply List 2013-14 1 spiral notebook 6 composition notebooks 6 boxes #2 pencils 4 package pencil top erasers 12 red pens 2 boxes colored pencils 4 glue sticks 3 boxes tissues 4 plastic pocket folders with brads (red, yellow, blue, and green) 3 packages highlighters 1 box quart size Ziploc bags 1 three-ring binder (11/2 inch) 2 package of rule paper 1 pair scissors Pre-K Supply List 2013-14 1 rest mat 1 backpack (no rollers please) 2 boxes 200 ct tissues 1 pkg baby wipes 1 pair blunt tip fiskar scissors 1 plastic school box (cigar box size) 4 glue sticks 2 boxes 24 ct crayons 1 pkg #2 pencils 4 plastic pocket folders with brads Boys 1 box gallon Ziploc bags Girls 1 box quart Ziploc bags

** All 1st-6th grade students should have tennis shoes and socks for PE each day.

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Page 6 Hill Country Herald

Wednesday, July 24, 2013

SABINAL HAPPENINGS

by Billie Franklin

8-4

Open Letter

WILSON PEST CONTROL SERVICES

Pest & Termite Control Tree Spraying Lawn Treatment

Residential & Commercial Jim Wilson PCL-12791 Ricci Pendley 830-232-5599 830-279-4836 cell “Call On Us When They Are 830-486-7053 cell Crawling On You!!

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OPEN 6 DAYS A WEEK 8-5

Placed around town at several bulletin boards this weekend is an open letter, intended to critique the Sabinal City Council. This letter points out several attention getting items against various member of the City Council. This letter informs the general public about moves by members of the Council which the author deems inappropriate.

My question to this letter is, prior to the last City Election, why wasn’t your name placed on the ballot? Do you think that you could do a better job, if so, why not run instead of complaining in this manner. The letter is signed anonymous. Too bad because perhaps you could make a difference, if you feel a difference is needed.

School Parking Lots

Every year the school board and administration have improvements to both elementary and junior/high school campuses. This year the focus was on the parking lots which has led to much more parking available and one way traffic, in order to simplify and be safer for students and visitors alike. At the high school, drivers will be expected to enter on the east side for parking and in front of the cafeteria will be exit only.

At the elementary school, the change is even more pronounced. You enter north of the big live oak tree and can find parking both north and south of the entrance.

In front of the elementary school, only handicapped parking is allowed. There is a lot more parking, in designated areas only. There are two access lanes which are for drop offs and are to be used as drive through only. Parking in those areas will not be allowed. South of the parking lot is for exit only. There is no parking allowed along Dunlap Avenue from Pickford to River Street on the north side and no parking allowed along Dunlap Avenue from the alley to the stop sign in front of Pickford. This design is for the safety of the children and if you comply with the signs and directions of the staff, you will notice a difference and see that safety is of the utmost concern.

Eagle Ford Shale Update

Judi‛s Angel Wings Café Downtown Barksdale, Texas

WEEKLY SPECIALS

Wed.- Hamburger Basket $3.99 Friday-ALL YOU CAN EAT Catfish $8.99 Hours 8 AM – 8 PM Sunday hours 8 AM – 4 PM Closed Mondays & Tuesdays Phone (830) 234-3176 Serving Breakfast , Lunch, & Dinner Bikers & Hunters We Welcome Your Business

BIKERS DRINK TEA OR COFFE FREE!!

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Casa Falcon 830-597-5111 Downtown Camp Wood, TX 78833

DonCo-RENTALS Hwy. 90 West Uvalde, Texas

DON WILLEMIN Bentonite Dealer Pond/Tank Sealer Sell-Buy-Rent Heavy Machinery

830-278-1308 Shop 830-278-9663 Home 830-591-3008 or 830-591-8314 Mobile

The final meeting for the Eagle Ford Shale Development Program will take place tomorrow at Utopia-On-The-River, 363 County Road 360, south of Utopia. The topic will be systhesis and will gather the information collected into a useful projection for the future of our area. If you have attended past workshops, this is your opportunity to see where we have been heading with all the data given either by the University of Texas in San Antonio group or from those in attendance. If you have

not attended, you might find it of interest to learn more about grants and how to proceed with accessing funding for worthwhile projects.

There will be a few more, shorter informative sessions, offered for those interested in following up with their projects. The time and place have not yet been determined.

Rain Came and Went

At my place in Sabinal, over a three day period, I got seven tenths of an inch, but appreciate every drop. Other places varied with some receiving very generous downpours. However, most of us would gladly welcome more.

TOPS Club

At Sabinal TOPS Club #1960 last Thursday, we met and learned about soup with a fill in the blanks called “Into the Soup Pot It Goes”. Tomorrow we will have a weigh-in only at the home of Mary Ann Flores, 419 W. Fisher Avenue, from 4 to 5 pm. If you cannot come at that time, her contact number is 279-3361. Perhaps she can arrange to have you weigh at a more convenient time for you.

Slowly but surely, the regulars are losing weight. It is not easy, but at some point many of us need to take the steps toward weight loss in order to extend our lives. If this problem describes you or someone you love, consider coming to TOPS. This week is only a weigh in, but next time, August 1, the club will have their regular meeting at the Sabinal Senior Citizens building. At that meeting we will play vegetable bingo.

Please bring a prize of a can of vegetables fresh vegetables, or even vegetable crackers or chips as prizes for the bingo.

100 Mile Yard Sale

Take advantage of the Hotter-ThanHell Yard Sale offer which will be held on August 2, 3, and 4 in towns from Castroville to Brackettville along Highway 90. If you want to have your sale placed on a map of Sabinal, contact the Sabinal Chamber of Commerce, so that when they hand the maps out, people wanting to see what things they can get will know where you are so that they can buy from you.

Anything from clothing to baked goods to drinks will be for sale on those days.

If you want to clean out closets and sell your useful items to the public, this is your opportunity. Call the Sabinal Chamber at 426-0121 or the Uvalde Chamber at 2784115 or debra@visituvalde.com and they will be glad to see that your spot is placed on the map for hand-out to people following the sales.

Hudson Brotherhood

will be held at First United Methodist Church in the fellowship hall at 8 am. Hudson Brotherhood has been an opportunity for men and boys in our area to have fellowship together, regardless of denomination, for over 100 years, and is still going strong. Every 4th Sunday, excluding the month of December, they meet for a devotional and breakfast from 8 to 9 am at one of the local churches. It is open to all faiths.

My Hope America

At age 95, the beloved Billy Graham is currently filming what may be his last attempt to reach non-Christians in America, with scheduled completion by November.

Called My Hope America, he is offering a pre-presentation, videos, literature, prayer meetings, and training events including on-line opportunities for pastors and individuals through all churches open to his wisdom. Pre-presentations started Sunday with many already being offered across the nation. Contact person for Sabinal is the Reverend Monty Benson at 988-2344.

Leave a message and he will get back to you.

First Baptist

At First Baptist, interum Youth Pastor, Joe Redus, is having Night Life on August 5 through 9 from 8 pm to 11 pm at the church.

Ryan Roberts and his band will return this year for the event. Young people seventh grade through seniors are invited to attend.

Just show up.

First United Methodist

Pastor Leighanne Brechin will be welcomed for her return assignment at FUMC with an ice cream social on July 28 at 6 pm in the fellowship hall. To welcome her back, please bring a dessert or some home made ice cream. This is always a time of fun and fellowship in the life of the church.

St. Patrick Catholic

At St. Patrick, Vacation Bible will be offered on July 29, 30, and 31 from 9 to 11: 30 am and ages kindergarten through 5th grades. To help, if you are over the age of 18, a background check is required. That form may be picked up at the church office.

Their hours are from 10 to noon and 3 to 5 pm Monday through Friday. The number is 988-2255.

Emmanuel Lutheran at Knippa

The Vacation Bible School held last week in Knippa was operated through volunteers from St. Paul Lutheran Church in Hondo.

Almost 40 children came to the VBS Tuesday through Friday with closing Friday night. It was a fantastic event for the children as well as the volunteers.

This coming Sunday, Hudson Brotherhood

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Ingram Owes Its Roots to Morriss Family The town of Old Ingram owes its roots to land bought by Reverend J.C.W. Ingram from pioneer settler Abner McWhorter Morriss in 1879. It became the hub of a community that soon boasted a post office, general store and telephone company.

The known origin of A. M. Morriss goes back a few more generations, but this family branch should not be confused with other similar-sounding names.

According to family ancestral lore, it’s all in the spelling: If you spell it with one o’s, then you have probably have something to hide.

If you spell it with only one r’ and one s’, then you’re probably hiding from the law. No offense, really!

The story might start with A. M.’s father, John George Morriss (18101897), who was born in Hopkinsville, Ky. to Adam and Nell (McWhorter) Morriss. John came from Hopkinsville to join his older brother, Abner, at his trading post on the Red River known as Coahuila y Texas.

From narratives written in various sources, including the Hill Country Album (1986) and Bob Bennett’s Kerr County (1956), John became fluent in Cherokee and Choctaw, as well as familiar with the western territories.

The United States Army engaged him as scout and interpreter while moving tribes to the Indian Territory.

John went to Alabama where he developed a new strain of horses, crossing Kentucky thoroughbreds with Morgans. It was an early predecessor to the quarter horse that combined speed with endurance.

In 1831, he returned to Texas and applied for a Mexican land grant in the DeWitt Colony (now in Lavaca County). The following year, he received a league of land.

He married Arminta Keller (whose family had come from Illinois and then South Carolina) in 1835 after his return to the states, and they had seven children: Adam, Jane, Abner McWhorter (1839), Susan, John, Jr., Nathaniel and Margaret. While they lived in Missouri, Arminta died in 1848, shortly after their last child’s birth, and only three of the children (Jane, Susan and Abner) survived to adulthood. Abner (who died in 1924) was the only child to survive his father.

Jane married Dr. John Moore, but moved to Kerr County after he died. Her youngest daughter, Elizabeth ( Lizzie ) married Tom Moore.

Daughter Susan married Airs Marion Gilmer, who was the second mayor of Kerrville. She was the first Morriss at Sunset Cemetery.

In 1853, John got the mail contract, and ran it (with A. M.’s eventual help) until 1857. At age 14, A.M. carried mail tri-weekly between La Grange, Hallettsville and Victoria.

By 1861, A.M. signed up for the First Texas Cavalry, under General Whitfield, who once told him, Abner, this is it! War is hell! He later served with infantry divisions as far away as Tennessee.

By 1863, while on furlough in Lavaca County, he married Ann Thompson of Mississippi, who had moved to Jefferson, Texas in 1848 when she was 3 years old.

A.M. and Ann had five children: Airs Gilmer (born in 1865), Edward Elijah (1868-1929), Adam Jordan and twins, Will Abner and Patti.

Airs Gilmer was father to Ruth and Patti Beall.

A.M. Morriss and Airs M. Gilmer moved with their cattle herds to Kerr County. A.M. Gilmer was in charge of the driving.

They sold six acres to Rev. Ingram for $10 an acre, then moved farther up west of Kerrville by 1883.

The first year they lived in Kerr County, Airs and his brother Edward rode horseback to school in Kerrville then located in a one-room building on the corner of the present day Main and Sidney Baker streets. Ann Morriss (who died in 1934) was the first school teacher in western Kerr County, riding horseback to Henderson Branch. Her 36 pupils included her own young twins.

Patti Beall and Will also attended Tivy High School (now an administration building at Tivy and North streets). She was later admitted to Juilliard School of Music in New York, and finally moved to Olney, Texas.

Edward Elijah, called E.E. , married Mary Jane Sproul in 1888, at the two-room home of her parents’ home near Johnson Creek, when she was 16 and he 20 years of age. Mary Jane’s family (her father was Billy) had come from Louisiana, and she had at least two sisters, Hada and Dora. Mary Jane (1871-1948) was born in Selma, Texas to William and Margaret (Edens). Her parents had a farm where Randolph Air Force Base is now, but they moved to Kerr County when she was 11 years of age. She attended Dry Branch and Sunset schools.

E.E. had built a one-room house nearby, and they lived there for several years. Meanwhile their family grew to nine children: Edward Ernest, Carl Adam, Robert Hal, Annie Mae (1896-1957), Mary Lorine (1902-1989), Margaret Merle, Elizabeth and Sproul Abner (named for his uncle). Another child, a baby girl, only lived three

by Irene Van Winkle

weeks.

Several books were written later by members of this new generation.Lorine Morriss Carpenter wrote a biography, Her Little Candle Ñ The story of My Mother, Mary Jane Sproul Morris.

Lorine’s son, Robby Carpenter, a Kerrville dentist, said she also wrote three books of poems.

In her book, Lorine described her parents’ wedding, down to the seven petticoats Mary Jane wore, all the food her grandmother Sproul had prepared, and the simple ceremony performed by Presbyterian minister, John Vann.

She also mentioned that no wine was served, no rice was thrown, and there was no music.

When E.E. received a quarter section of land from the state of Texas, he was the first of his family to move to the Divide area, 15 miles from their parents. Mary Jane, according to Lorine, was an excellent horsewoman, riding sidesaddle even when pregnant.

E.E. and Mary Jane were both buried at the family plot in Sunset Cemetery alongside their infant.

Lorine, who later became an English teacher, attended the historic Schofield School, which many young women attended in the early 1900s.

She describes her days and classmates in 1923: I had a small class of boarding girls and a few girls from over in town.

Little Seawillow Fitzsimmons stayed with an auntie and was a day student.

Little Nell Schreiner, too, was a day student. They were very nice little girls, so precise!

She recounted that her principal, Miss Lipscomb, resigned due to poor health.

Robby added that Annie Mae wrote a book about her own grandmother, called Her name was Ann. He said he has a class photo of his aunt (who was class salutatorian) at the old Tivy High School. In that same class was the valedictorian Howard Butt, who was only about 14 years old at the time.

Early life on the Divide (they lived about 10 miles west of Garven Store), was isolated, but the family managed to leave for the big city occasionally.

Mother told me that when she was a child, the big excitement was four or five times a year when they would go to town in Kerrville.

They worked hard a whole day, got a few days’ worth of chores done and then loaded up the wagon. They spent the night at the ranch, then got up at three or four a.m., and headed out. The trip to Kerrville by wagon took all day. They’d get there by dark, and then spend the night by the river (now Louise Hays Park) or at the yard behind Schreiner’s. Then they’d spend the next day or two shopping at Schreiner’s and other places.

By the time they were ready to leave, they’d reverse the schedule, get up early morning, drive all day, and then get home after dark. Of course, the next day, they’d unpack and have to catch up on all the chores.

Now the same drive takes 40-45 minutes, Robby said.

By the time Lorine and her siblings were getting married and having their own children, Mary Louise had moved to Rocksprings, where she had a large house built on the family ranch.

Annie Mae taught at the Dee Hughes school, and did not attend Lorine’s wedding to Jim Carpenter in 1925. The newlyweds spent most of their married lives in Junction.

Toward the end of the decade, although E.E. was already in his early 60s, Lorine said he still dreamed of moving farther west, against the protests of his family. He and Mary Jane had only been living in their new home for a few years.

Sadly, he died while visiting in San Antonio with Will. After getting a call, Dr. Cade could do nothing but pronounce him as he arrived.

E.E.’s last words, Lorine said, were: We won’t all be going west.

The cold December funeral precluded a festive Christmas celebration, and a 14-inch snowfall left people housebound.

Lorine had a favorite saying, Robby said: I’ve lived in a generation of the most changes that any generation on Planet Earth ever experienced, I’ve gone from the covered wagon to the space age.

Robby’s siblings are Mary, Betty, Jim (deceased), Sue, Carol. He met his wife, also named Carol, at a revival in Boerne where her father was a pastor at the First Baptist Church. They have two children, Sarah and David.

Sproul eventually married Annie Laurie, the parents of Gordon Morriss, a Kerrville attorney, who also served one term (elected in 1982) as Kerr County Judge. He has two children: Jessica Rae and Sancho (Gordon, Jr.).

In another Morriss family link to the Divide, the oldest Morriss son (Ernest) married the oldest Snodgrass daughter (Loma).

Jean Ward, daughter of Margaret Merle (the only surviving sibling of E.E. and Mary Jane) works at Trinity Baptist Church in Kerrville.

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Wednesday, July 24, 2013

O B I T U A R I E S

Ronald Joe Thompson

Jerry Shackelford

(August 5, 1940–July 18, 2013)

(November 25, 1943 - July 15, 2013)

Jerry Grant Shackelford, formerly of Leakey, Sugar Land, and Houston, died under the care of Houston Hospice in Cypress, TX, on July 18, 2013.

After graduating from college with a degree in mathematics and marrying his sweetheart Sharon in 1965, Jerry began his career with ODECO in Filey, Yorkshire, England. In 1973, he left the off-shore business to become owner-operator of his own full-service garage—first Inwood Texaco and then Jerry’s Automotive—where he offered dependable service and became foster father to many of his young mechanics.

With retirement, Jerry and Sharon moved to Cypress, TX, where they pursued many personal interests and community activities, including fostering scores of rescued kittens with Purrfect Pets and getting to know local restaurant owners.

Together they shared a lifetime of travel, reading, gardening, and music; enjoying a cup of coffee and a donut; finding the right tool for the job; and many years of river-sitting, goatroasting, jelly-making, discussing six-man football, and poker-playing with family and friends. Jerry celebrated the world through a deep love of nature. His sly humor, quickness with a tune, abundant generosity, and appreciation of waterfalls and all moving bodies of water will be missed. He was seventy-three.

He is survived by his wife Sharon Middlebrooks Shackelford, of Cypress, his mother Rocille Tampke Kramer, of San Antonio, and his son Colin S. Shackelford and his fiancée Melissa L. Brady, of Alpine, TX. He is also survived by his older brother Lt. Col. R. Stanley Shackelford and his wife, Helen; his younger sisters A. Jane Collins and M. Christine Wilmoth and her husband John; his cousin Charla S. Ellis and her husband Jack; his sister-in-law Anita L. Shackelford; his nieces and nephews, Shelly S. Soechting and her husband Justin, Kenneth R. Shackelford, R. Bryan Shackelford and his wife Lori, Amanda J. Collins, Jack A. Collins and his wife Megan, Bonnie K. Collins, Cory B. Nelson and his wife Caroline, Aaron M. Nelson, and Shalan N. Judd and her husband Brian; and his grand-nieces and nephews—Alex, Haley, Kasey, Hannah, Candice and her husband Eric, Drew, Anthon, William, Taylor, McKenna, Jared, and Grant. Jerry was preceded in death by his younger brother Kenneth B. Shackelford in 2007 and by his sister-in-law Tanya Stephen Shackelford in 1998.

Other survivors among his many friends and extended family include those touched by Parkinson’s disease, those involved in research and education, and those who care for others. The family extends their deepest appreciation to Camil Penaranda, of Houston, Houston Area Parkinson’s Society, and Houston Hospice.

A memorial service in Houston will be held at Shirley Acres (217 Woerner Rd.) on Thursday, July 25, 2013, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Funeral services will be held at the Leakey United Methodist Church in Leakey, TX, on Saturday, July 27, 2013, at 2:00 PM, followed by a short grave-side service at Leakey Floral Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be at the church from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Pallbearers will be Ken Shackelford, Bryan Shackelford, Jack Collins, Corey Nelson, Aaron Nelson, and Justin Soechting. Honorary pallbearers will be Rick Evans, David Parr, James Fitzgerald, Charles Hammonds, William Bassett, and Mark Frisina.

The family asks that memorials be given to the Houston Parkinson’s Society (www.hapsonline.org), Houston Hospice (www.houstonhospice.org), Purrfect Pets, Inc. (www.purrfectpet.org), or the charity of the donor’s choice. Flowers may be sent to Nelson Funeral Home, 103 Market St., Leakey, Texas 78873 The family invites you to leave a condolence at (www.nelsonfuneralhomes.net).

Ronald Joe Thompson of Sabinal passed away at Hondo Healthcare on July 15, 2013 at the age of 69. He was born on November 25, 1943 in Brady, Texas to Joseph and Seveda (Allen) Thompson.

He is survived by his daughter, Heather Dunn and husband John of Denver, Colorado; son, Erin Thompson and wife Christine of Sabinal; grandchildren, Meagan Thompson, Dalton Thompson, and Virginia Dunn. He was preceded in death by his parents. A memorial service were held on Saturday, July 20, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. at Rushing-Estes-Knowles Mortuary in Sabinal

Wilfred G. Falkenberg

(June 11, 1927 - July 22, 2013) Wilfred G. Falkenberg of San Antonio passed away on July 22, 2013 at his residence at the age of 86. He was born on June 11, 1927 in Knippa to Henry and Matilda Falkenberg. He is survived by three daughters, Joan Falkenberg, Judy Falkenberg, and Jane Falkenberg, all of San Antonio; two grandchildren, James Roy Falkenberg and Jennifer Jane Feise; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Barbara Falkenberg; and three brothers and two sisters. Wilfred loved to hunt and fish. Graveside services will be held on Wednesday, July 24, 2013 at 2:30 PM at Hillcrest Cemetery.

Refugia A. Murillo

(December 9, 1930 - July 22, 2013)

Refugia A. Murillo of Knippa passed away at Main Methodist Hospital in San Antonio on July 22, 2013 at the age of 82. She was born on December 09, 1930 in Uvalde to Inez and Benita (Perez) Alvarez. She married Matias M. Murillo in Eagle Pass on December 4th 1981. She is survived by her husband of 32 years, nieces; Linda Ojeda and her husband Adolph of Spring, Texas; and Romelia Campos and her husband John of Sealy, Texas, nephews; Gilbert Colunga and wife Gloria of Stafford, Texas; Ralph Colunga and wife Frances, David Colunga and wife Michelle all of Houston, Texas; Ruben Colunga and Dalia of Knippa, Texas and Danny Colunga of Uvalde. She was preceded in death by her sister Aniceta Colunga and nephew Ricky Colunga. A rosary will be held on Friday, July 26, 2013 at 7:00 pm at Rushing-Estes-Knowles Mortuary. Funeral service will be held on Saturday, July 27th at 9:30 am at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Uvalde. Burial will follow in Hillcrest Cemetery.

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Two Men and Their Views

There once were two men who had differing views concerning spiritual things. The first man felt that he was as close to God as he could get when he stood on a mountain or sat beside the gently flowing waters of a beautiful river. He imagined what he thought God might think or say and was opposed to “organized religion.” This first man based his concept of God on his own thoughts and ideas.

The second man believed what was written in the Bible. He was impressed with the fact that that book had been written by more than forty authors, from three different cultures, over a period of more than one thousand four hundred years without a single major discrepancy. Sixty-six different books actually, and nothing but total harmony of message from cover to cover.

This man believed God had revealed His thoughts and instructions in this collection of books called the Bible. From beginning to end he reads “thus says the Lord” (1 Samuel 2:27; Jeremiah 17:5; Ezekiel 37:21; Hebrews 8:10; Revelation 1:8) whenever God promised something to happen. These prophecies reaffirmed the faith this man that God, Himself, was speaking.

He was comforted, and comforted others, during times of grief and distress by words from the Bible. He also believed that God would hold man accountable for what was written and that those words were the truth that could set man free (John 8:32).

He believed what Jesus said, “He who rejects Me, and does not receive My words, has that which judges him—the word that I have spoken will judge him in the last day.” (John 12:48) The first man was a good man. He was honest and trustworthy; a good husband and father. Sure, he drank a bit too much from time to time but those times were rare. He kept his word and expected others to do the same. He just had no time for the Bible or for things religious. He lived life according to his own set of rules and hoped for the best. He didn’t think about it much, but death was the sad end that he had to look forward to. For him there was nothing more to existence than this short life on this earth.

Which of the two is more likely to bear the disappointments and tragedies of life with confidence and hope, without the depression and despair that often leads one to alcohol or drugs so they can cope? It does matter what you rely upon in this life. “O Lord, I know the way of man is not in himself; It is not in man who walks to direct his own steps” (Jeremiah 10:23). “There is a way that seems right to a man, But its end is the way of death” (Proverbs 16:25). We best listen to God and His Word.

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Beat the Heat, Check the Backseat!

One of the biggest weather related risks during the summer months is the possibility of a child dying in a vehicle from heat stroke. The temperature inside a vehicle can rise 20 degrees in as little as 10 minutes, and 50 degrees in an hour- even when outside air temperatures are in the 70’s! The inside of a car acts like a greenhouse, where actual temperatures inside the vehicle can reach 120°F in minutes and approach 150°F in as little as an hour! This can cause hyperthermia (heat stroke) in only minutes, particularly in children, whose body temperatures warm at a rate three to five times faster than an adult. Studies have shown that “cracking the windows” provides little (if any) relief.

From 1998 through 2012, 86 children have died in Texas from heat stroke suffered while in a vehicle (at leat 560 children have died nationwide). Through Jun 7th, 2013, 3 children had already died in Texas, including one in Dallas. Nationally, over half of these (52%) were children that were forgotten by a parent

seat and to never leave children unattended in a vehicle- even for a few moments. Remember that pets should also never be left in a vehicle during the summer months.

or other caregiver, and 18 percent died when parents knowingly left their child in a vehicle.

The rest died playing in an unattended vehicle.

All of these tragic deaths are preventable! To help bring awareness to this issue, the National Weather Service is using the slogan “Beat the Heat, Check the Backseat” to remind people to remember to check for small children in a car

The following are basic safety recommendations: • Never leave a child unattended in a vehicle. Not even for a minute!

• If you see a child unattended in a hot vehicle, call 9-1-1 immediately!

• If a child is missing, always check the pool first, and then the car, including the trunk.

• Be sure that all occupants leave the vehicle when unloading. Don’t overlook sleeping babies.

• Always lock your car and ensure children do not have access to keys or remote entry devices.

• Teach your children that vehicles are never to be used as a play area.

• Keep a stuffed animal in the car seat.

When the child is put in the seat, place the animal in the front with the driver.

• Or, place your purse or briefcase in the back seat as a reminder that you have your child in the car.

• Make “look before you leave” a routine whenever you get out of the car.

• Ensure your child’s school and/or child care provider will call you if your child does not show up for school.

If you have any questions about “Beat the Heat, Check the Backseat”, please contact Mark Fox, Warning Coordination Meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Fort Worth.

Much of the information on this page is based on research by Mr. Jan Null, Certified Consulting Meteorologist, Adjunct Professor of Meteorology at San Francisco State University, CA, and a 34 year veteran with the National Weather Service. You can find his research and information- including the latest statistics- at Golden Gate Weather Services.

More information on the dangers of heat can also be found at the National Weather Service Heat Safety webpage.

HOW TO AVOID A RATTLESNAKE ATTACK

Rattlesnakes are pit vipers, found in various parts of the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

In Central and South America, they are almost everywhere there is wilderness. Contrary to popular belief, rattlesnakes do not deliberately stalk human beings — their natural diet consists of rats and mice, gophers, small birds, frogs, and even the occasional meaty insect. All the same, a snake’s instinct is to protect itself — if you think about it, a snake is a very vulnerable creature without legs, ears, or a large size.

So poisonous venom becomes its key defense mechanism, injected via sharp fangs as soon as prey or threats come near. As such, the duty really rests on you to behave responsibly with alertness. Be wary, be certain, and keep safe.

Know your snake. Is it a rattlesnake or a different kind of snake? To be safe, if you don’t know, don’t hang about to find out and if you cannot see without getting closer, don’t even consider edging in any closer. But if you are aware of what the snake looks like, it might be helpful for a number of reasons, the main one being to know what to do if it does bite you or someone in your group. Another reason it may be helpful is to warn off old Uncle John who insists it’s a pussycat of a snake and he’ll prove it by picking it up.... From a safe distance, look for: A flat, triangular-shaped head (although this may not be adequate to mark it) — broader at the base of the head than at the front Heavy-bodied Openings between the nostrils and eyes — these are the heat-sensing pits Hooded eyes and elliptical pupils — these may not be readily apparent and you’ll have to be fairly close to see this.

Coloration — generally tan and brown patchwork; the Mohave rattlesnake is green, however, and has light bands at its tail end. If you can see these bands with the naked eye, you are probably too close.

A rattle at the end of its tail (made of modified scales). Young rattlesnakes often have only a few parts of the rattler formed — be wary of this as the bites of newborns can be much

more venomous than the bites of adults. Rattles may also be broken off, malformed or silent. Do not rely on the rattler as the only form of identification.

Be aware of when and where you are most likely to encounter a rattlesnake.

You are most likely to encounter rattlesnakes when you are hiking, climbing, camping, or even walking to see a tourist monument.

Dress appropriately. When in rattlesnake country, do not be blasé about clothing — the majority of bites occur on the hands, feet and ankles. So, apart from not sticking your hands where they shouldn’t be, clothing becomes an important protection ally:

Behave appropriately when hiking, climbing, walking. When in rattlesnake territory, think like a rattlesnake to keep your mind on how they might behave so that you can behave

Check the campsite before setting up. Arrive in you do get bitten by a rattlesnake, while serious, daylight and set up in daylight. On warm nights, the most rattlesnakes may still be hanging about and if important you cannot see what you are doing, you are at thing is remain risk. calm and still Shut the tent flap at night if camping in — dashing rattlesnake territory or you may wake up to a about moves very unwelcome surprise. Always check before the venom going to bed that an unwanted guest isn’t about faster. already lodged inside, attracted by warmth or Key elements the interesting hiding possibilities presented by are remaining a tent. calm, Make sure all those using the tent keep the flap remaining immobilized and getting to a hospital constantly shut when entering and leaving. as quickly as possible. This helps prevent the Shake out sleeping bags before hopping in. spread of the venom. Keep the bite lower than Many an unwary sleeper has been unpleasantly the victim’s heart (do not elevate the bite; that awoken. will increase circulation and spread the venom Take care collecting firewood. Piles of wood more rapidly), wash affected area and remove are an ideal hiding place for any potential constrictions such as rings (when rattlesnakes. swelling occurs constrictions could cause loss of Use a flashlight at all times during blood flow and necrosis of tissues). night walks.

Be responsible for all children by you. Children are naturally curious and bold all at once. While useful in a safe environment, these traits can lead to harm in a dangerous environment. Make sure that young children understand the dangers of rattlesnakes, know what not to do and know how to behave to avoid a rattlesnake encounter plus how to behave if they do encounter a rattlesnake.

In a party of hikers with children, an adult should always lead and preferably another should bring up the rear.

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Wednesday, July 24, 2013

GRANNY’S KITCHEN BACK TO BASICS - Thinning Down!

By Elaine Padgett Carnegie

Well, yeah, I have put on a few extra resistant pounds in the last couple of years. Trying to get myself motivated for the inevitable, I ran across...”Whip up one of these bikini-friendly blends when you’re in need of a post-workout snack, belly-flattening breakfast, or grab-and-go lunch.” That caught my attention. Bikini friendly...that’s good...although my public bikini days are far, far in the past! Belly flattening...I could definitely use some of that! Eating healthy is always good because it “personally” makes me feel so much better in my daily walk. So I’m sharing this week. I’m not sure if real people really eat some of this stuff...but we’ll see. Let me know if anyone has any success!

1. Clean Green: After a weekend (or a couple weeks) of indulging, break out the blender to clean up your cravings and reboot your digestive system. Watch out, because this baby gets you moving-fast.

1 frozen banana 2 cups kale 1 tablespoon spirulina 2 tablespoons chia seeds 1 1/2 cups unsweetened almond milk 1 cup ice Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.

2. Chocolate Avocado Goddess: This doesn’t sound too

appealing...but you never know? Avocado and chocolate make an incredibly indulgent combo. Here, their flavors blend with banana and other natural ingredients to create a uniquely delicious, creamy treat.

1 ripe avocado, peeled and pitted 2 tablespoons dark unsweetened cocoa powder 2 tablespoons agave nectar 1 frozen banana 1 cup ice 1 cup unsweetened almond milk Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.

3. The San Diego: They say, “whip up this simple

smoothie-it tastes just like the beach!”

2 cups mango chunks 2 frozen bananas 2 tablespoons shredded coconut 1 cup ice 1 1/4 cups almond milk 1 1/4 cups coconut milk 2 tablespoons whey protein powder Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.

4. Green Banana: You’ll go bananas for this creamy,

delicious green drink. Sip this shake for an on-the-go breakfast, to refuel after a workout, or for a mid-afternoon energizer.

2 cups spinach 2 frozen bananas 1 1/2 cups unsweetened almond milk 1 tablespoon whey protein powder Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.

5. Berry Almond Bliss: Berries boast high levels of antioxidants, which help fight free

radicals that cause skin damage. Blend up this bright smoothie to fight wrinkles, smooth your skin, and satisfy your sweet tooth.

1 frozen banana 1 cup frozen strawberries 1 cup frozen blueberries 2 tablespoons almond butter 1 tablespoon flax seed 2 cups unsweetened almond milk Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth.

Now for a couple of healthy summer salads to accompany the above!

CHICKEN FRUIT SALAD

1/4 cup(s) reduced-fat sour cream, 3 tablespoon(s) fruit-flavored vinegar, 4 teaspoon(s) sugar, 1 1/2teaspoon(s) poppy seeds, 1/4 teaspoon(s) salt, Freshly ground pepper, to taste, 8 cup(s) mixed salad greens, 2 cups cubed chicken breast, 1/4 cup(s) chopped walnuts, toasted, 1/4 cup(s) crumbled feta cheese Whisk sour cream, vinegar, sugar, poppy seeds, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until smooth. Reserve 1/4 cup of the dressing in a small bowl. Add the mixed greens to the large bowl and toss to coat. Divide among 4 plates and top with chicken, melon, walnuts, and feta. Drizzle each portion with 1 tablespoon of the reserved dressing.

SUMMER SALAD WITH STRAWBERRIES

1 tablespoon(s) pure maple syrup or brown sugar, 2 tablespoon(s) red-wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon(s) extra-virgin olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon(s) salt, Freshly ground pepper to taste, 3 cup(s) baby spinach, 3 cup(s) watercress, tough stems removed, 2 1/2cup(s) (about 12 ounces) sliced fresh strawberries, 1/3 cup(s) fresh chives, cut into 2-inch pieces, 1/2 cup(s) toasted chopped pecans, 1/4 cup(s) crumbled goat cheese Whisk maple syrup (or brown sugar), vinegar, oil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add spinach, watercress, strawberries, and chives; toss to coat. Divide the salad among 4 plates and top with pecans and goat cheese.

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St. Raymond’s Catholic Church Awards Certificate of Achievement Scholarship

Father Sady Nelson and Deacon Ruben Navarro are pictured presenting Olivia Martinez and Emilio Navarro their Certificate of Achievement Scholarship Award from St. Raymond’s Catholic Church. In the fall Olivia will attend Texas State University and Emilio will attend University of Texas San Antonio. Olivia is the daughter of Martin and Nina Martinez of Leakey, Texas. Olivia is a 2013 graduate of Leakey High School. Emilio is the son of Fernando and Ana Navarro of Leakey, Texas.

Emilio is the 2013 Salutatorian of Leakey High School. Both Olivia and Emilio were presented their awards after the services Saturday night June 29th, followed by cake and punch in the parish hall in their honor.

Wednesday, July 24, 2013

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AMERICA...THE LAND OF UNCERTAINTY

By Elaine Padgett Carnegie

As I researched for this article I was so disheartened by the headlines in our media! You know, our country truly has gone crazy!

There is an article about boycotting Russia from the Olympics because of their laws regarding homosexuals? What business is it of ours? There are people starving and christians being persecuted, governments killing their own people and “we” are worried about laws singling out homosexuals? Then of course there is the black and white thing going on, that rattles the cage of our core...the justice system and every person’s right to a fair trial by a jury of their peers.

Then I read that Ted Cruz is issuing statements that Clergy will be responsible under the law for not performing gay marriages? The once proud American peoples descent into decadence and destruction. We are all individually responsible for our own actions. Freedom to choose...that is what we fought for...remember? I may be in the minority today but I believe that every individual American has a right to live their own life. Choose what you will...be happy...and you better leave me alone to do the same! Which brings me to the subject of this weeks article. A Native American people honoring the traditions of their fathers...the very principals that gave them the life they enjoy today! All of the things that America has forgotten, pushed to the side and become uncomfortable with. A tall building whose very foundation has rotted beneath it for lack of careful maintenance, and as that building sways in the winds of change there is no security any longer for Americans...we are going to take the ride we have earned in this country. God help us.

HISTORIC JOURNEY TO HONOR NATIVE TREATIES AND PROTECT THE EARTH Over 200 Native and Non-Native Paddle Down Hudson River Together Hudson River, NY— It has been 400 years since the first treaty was signed between the first European (Dutch) settlers and the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois Confederacy), an agreement that formed the basis of all later treaties with the English and the United States.

The Haudenosaunee are still here, and this year, peoples from all around the world are joining them to honor and renew this inspiring treaty of peace and friendship. On July 28th, over 200 Native and non-Native paddlers launch near Albany to paddle over 140 miles to NYC side-by-side in two lines to honor and bring to life the imagery of the Two Row Wampum, the beaded record of this treaty. “Each line of the wampum belt represents each of our laws, governments, languages, cultures, our ways of life,” Jake Edwards of the Onondaga Nation Council of Chiefs explains. “It is agreed that we will travel together, side by each, on the river of life… linked by peace, friendship, forever. We will not try to steer each others’ vessels.”

“The Two Row is the oldest and is the grandfather of all subsequent treaties,” said Oren Lyons, Faithkeeper of the Onondaga Nation’s Turtle Clan who has represented the Haudenosaunee in world councils at the United Nations and elsewhere. “The words ‘as long as the sun shines, as long as the waters flow downhill, and as long as the grass grows green’ can be found in many treaties after the 1613 treaty,” Lyons said. “It set a relationship of equity and peace. This campaign is to remind people of the importance of the agreements.”

The Two Row Wampum Renewal Campaign was first suggested by organizers of a non-Native ally group known as Neighbors of the Onondaga Nation (NOON) in 2011, who learned the history and meaning of the Two Row Wampum, and felt a responsibility to share this information. Americans have largely forgotten the importance of treaties, even though Article 6 of the U.S. Constitution states that treaties are the supreme law of the land. In the 1794 Treaty of Canandaigua, George Washington promised protection for Haudenosaunee territories. This act of paddling together is a recognition of the troubled past, and renewal for the future.

“Understanding and honoring the Two Row Wampum can improve relations between our peoples,” explains Andy Mager, the Project Coordinator for the campaign and a member of Neighbors of the Onondaga Nation, “and remind us of our responsibilities to the Earth which we all share. We need this more than ever.”

Protection for the environment is at the heart of this campaign. The Haudenosaunee work closely with their neighbors to protect the environment, as evidenced by their work to address Superfund sites at Onondaga Lake and along the St. Lawrence River, and the strong stance they have taken against hydrofracking, the extreme energy method of extracting methane gas from shale. A similar increasingly

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urgent message of peace and healing for all living beings is being made by Indigenous peoples across North America, including the Dakota Unity Riders from Manitoba, Canada, who will parallel the paddlers on horseback.

“An important aspect of this agreement was that we live in the river of life and we all need to take care of it,” Freida Jacques, Clanmother of the Turtle Clan of the Onondaga Nation reminds us.

“The environment was a part of this agreement.” As climate change inflicts severe flooding and storms, drought and melting ice caps, the lessons of the Two Row Wampum agreement are particularly timely.

“Our ancestors made this great agreement on our behalf 400 years ago,” notes Hickory Edwards, the lead paddler for the Onondaga Nation. “Now is the time for us to think about the people living in the next 400 years.”

In addition to the Two Wampum Canoe Ride the “Unity Ride” is also going on and will end in Washington D.C. Here is a little about it. “The Dakota Nation Unity Riders are coming from their homes in Manitoba, Canada, and reaching out across the United States to bring healing and hope to our country and the world. The horses, which have been to many sacred sites with their riders, are the instruments of this healing journey. The restorative energy of these horses and riders will be felt this summer as their journey brings them into New York and, ultimately, Washington, DC. Truly the Creator will be in the wind and upon the water and land, as these Spiritual Warriors take to the Cause of Unity among all peoples, and deliver their healing message for all living relatives on Planet Earth.

The combined energy of the Two Row Renewal event, involving more than 200 canoes and kayaks led by Hickory Edwards of the Onondaga Nation, and the Unity Ride horses led by Chief Gus High Eagle of the western Dakota Nation will continue this epic journey to the heart of NewYork City. A great alliance and spirit of cooperation will be seen with the coming of these peaceful and giving people as we are transported back in time to a place where Europeans and Indigenous peoples shared this valley in peace. The summer of 2013—the Summer of Unity-Renewing the Torch of Peace.” http://www.nativeresistancenetwork.org/historic-journey-to-honor-native-treaties-and-protect-the-earth.htm

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EMPLOYMENT NOTICE REAL COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE IS ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF DISPATCHER/ JAILER. No experience is required, applicant must have a High School Diploma or Equivalent and a clear criminal history. Applications may be picked up at the Real County Sheriff’s Office from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday – Friday.

REAL COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Maintenance Worker

Yard work and building maintenance. Lift and move furniture, appliances and supplies.

Experience operating machinery a plus. Full time, plus benefits. Big Springs Ranch for Children, 830–232–7110 or 830–232–7139.

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ELLA PURLS is looking for friendly, timely and dependable waitstaff

APPLY IN PERSON DOWNTOWN, LEAKEY

The Buckhorn has employment positions available immediately.

We are looking for Cooks, Bartenders, and Housekeeping!! We are taking applications at the Buckhorn Bar and Grill, 4377 S US Hwy 83 Leakey, TX!! From 10AM to 5PM Daily!!

No Phone Calls please Apply in Person!!

FOR SALE

FOR SALE

1995 Buick Riveria, new paint, tires, brakes, working A/C, good condition, $2,500 will consider trade Call 830-232-6806

1989 ALPENLITE DL 5th Wheel with Hitch good tires, clean and working $5,000 OBO Call 830-232-5468

ON SITE FARM ESTATE AUCTION!

Sat-July 27—9am—Preview 8am —1856 Thomas Creek Rd-Tarpley, Tx, The estates of former Justice of the Peace Thomas P Grant, Jr & former mayor of Bandera Horst Pallaske—JD 1050 4 wheel drive tractor w/loader (1100 hrs)-Shredders-Implements-Antiques-Primitives-Trailers1966 Jeep-Large flat screen TV’s-Massive newer bedroom suite & Sofas-20’ overseas container-Tools-HouseholdSmalls-Boxes & contents-Much more!

Don Hill/Texas Land & Auctions TX9672 830/889-7862 Cash/Checks/C.Cards—10% buyers prem-Concessions on site-Seating provided in the shade! Come join the fun of an honest country auction! www.hillsauctions.com From Bandera, take Hwy 16N 3 miles to FM470, turn left 12 miles to Tarpley, turn right on Thomas Creek Rd-go 2 miles to sale site on the right-plenty of parking!

3B/2B Brick home on 2 lots, nice yard, trees, patio, privacy fence, workshop. Large game room with pool table, computer room, fireplace, new heating and cooling system, end of the street privacy. $125,000 call 830-232-4508 and leave message 2004 Palomino Pony pop-up camper 16’-8” long x 7’-1+ wide assembled, sleeps six (6) weighs 1,285 lbs. Includes 3-way refrigerator.

A/C replaced 1-1/2 years ago.

Includes spare tire w/cover and carrier. NADA current value is $4,988. Asking $4,200 OBO

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Ridgid 8K generator with 10K starting watts. Very low hours (less than 50 hours). Electric start w/12V battery. 25 foot remote control panel cord. Subaru 14 hp Commercial Grade EX40 OHC engine. Paid $1,500 less than two (2) years ago Asking $1,000 OBO call Frank Costanzo 210-844-8181

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2005 Fleetwood Terry Quantum 30ft travel trailer, w/slide and bunk house. Great condition with many extras and upgrades.

Includes awning, 19” color T.V., VCR, CD player w/speakers through out trailer.

Located in River Tree Estates, Leakey , Texas . $12,700, 713-906-4097 Beautiful lot with huge pecan trees in the gated, River Tree Extates. This 1.28 acre lot is peaceful with two RV hook-ups, electricity, water, septic system, 20‛x20‛ concrete slab, stone fire pit, vapor security light, rock circle driveway, dish/hookup, horse shoe pit w/ lights. $121,000, 713-906-4097

Duplex FOR RENT

2 bedroom, one bath. Energy efficient, in town $450/month, 1st and last plus cleaning deposit.

Call 830-232-5656 or 830-232-5290

STORAGE/SHOP FOR RENT

Storage/Shop 35x40, 110, 220 and 3 phase elec., In town-Leakey, $250/month.

Call 830-232-5656 or 830-232-5290

FOR RENT- MINI STORAGE $30 AND UP!! 830-232-5656 or 830-232-5290

STORAGE FOR RENT

8X10 $40 * 10X12 $50 ASK ABOUT OUR DISCOUNTS!! Call 830.232.4091

Unique Opportunity for Aggressive Broker or Agent · Frio Canyon Properties office of Texas Land & Ranch Co. · Located next to the Bank in Concan. · Commission plan will be negotiated to suit your income objectives. · Contact Morris Killough 210-415-9850, or Jim Fuchs 210-413-3939

Properties NEW LISTING: Riverfront home on 3.7 acres in Spicewood Springs. Access to over a mile of Frio River.

Four bedroom, three bath, 2 story home sitting on bank of river with a wrap around porch. Wont last long at $429,500.

NEW LISTING: A beautiful hill country home sitting on the bank of the Frio River. Three bedrooms with 2 1⁄2 baths, high ceilings, open floor plan. All this plus a detached 2 bedroom, 2 bath cabin with approximately 148 feet of frontage along the east bank of the river.

Close to town, yet private. Great income potential, only $469,900.

NEW LISTING: Golf Course lots in Con Can Country Club! 1⁄2 acre prime residential sites on golf course and nightly rentals allowed. Take your pick while they last at $60,000.

NEW LISTING: River front home on 2.2 acres. Good swimming hole. Three bedroom 2 bath home with 179 feet of river frontage. Nightly rental potential. $279,500.

NEW LISTING: Cabin on 31 + acres in Leakey Hills.

Well, fenced, a nice place with lots of game. $175,000.

GREAT HUNTING PROPERTY 153 acres near Vance.

Remote, heavily wooded with well and electricity. All for only $229,900.

Cadillac Farms, 244 ac located 2 miles west of Leakey.

A little bit of everything, fields, mtns, old ranch house, rustic barn. Fronts on FM 337 with Patterson Creek forming the southern boundary. Abundant wildlife. Call for details.

HIDDEN RIVER RANCH: 265 acres with a river running through it. Beautiful open fields and huge Pecan bottoms. Abundant wildlife, improvements include 3 single family residences, horse barns and pens, Indian Mounds. It doesn’t get any better than this one. Call today for a showing.

CANYON OAKS Three bedroom, 3 1⁄2 bath home on River Road. Income producing. Reduced to $299,000 FRIO PECAN FARM managed rental with 2b/2ba, covr’d porch, beautiful Pecan grove, wildlife, $172,000 FRIO PECAN FARM 3 bedroom 3 bth home on river front lot. Like new condition with huge deck overlooking the river. Great income potential. Price reduced to $349,000.

FRIO RIVER PLACE Beautiful 1.93 acre building site, heavily wooded. Quiet location. $109,500.

FRIO TERRITORY The prettiest building site on the Frio River is waiting for you. Huge cypress trees line this blue water hole that is teeming with fish. Fronts on Highway 83 and the Frio River, private, yet close to town. Good restrictions, beautiful building site overlooking the river. $350,000 LEAKEY HILLS 38.5 Ac, Co Rd access, barn, cabin, stg shed, well, elec List Price: $140,000 LEAKEY HILLS/10 mi west of Leakey, 20.10 ac hunting tract with abundant wildlife and, beautiful views! Blinds & feeders will convey. List $75,000 LEAKEY HILLS 31 acres with cabin, well, electricity, view for miles, good hunting. $175,000 MOUNTAIN VALLEY 2.3 acres sitting within walking distance of the House Pasture, Concan Country Club and the Frio River. The location doesn’t get any better than this. $129,000.

OAKMONT VILLAGE 2.21 acres of heavily wooded building site located just of FM 1120. $49,000 RANCHO REAL River frontage with 22 1⁄2 acres for

only $70,000.

RANCHO REAL The perfect hunting tract. 36.7 acres adjoining a large ranch. $71,900.

RIVERTREE/1.19 ac home site, heavily wooded & at the end of the street. List price: $109,950 We have several beautiful building sites available in this gated community, both on the river and with river access. Call for info on our inventory.

RIVERTREE Beautiful residential building sites ranging in price from $99,900 to $109,950.

SADDLE MOUNTAIN Two story, three bedroom 2 bath home on 2.55 acres in quiet area.. Vaulted ceilings with a rock fireplace, covered porch and deck. Great setting for what appears to be the best buy in the Frio Canyon! $195,000.

SEVEN BLUFF Like new 2 story home on river just above the crossing at 7 Bluff. It doesn’t get any better than this home and workshop with steps leading down to your deep swimming hole that is lined with huge cypress trees. $749,000. Great investment potential.

PENDING SPRING HILL-.3.2 acres. Beautiful lot in a gated subdv, city wtr, O.F. terms 10% Dn,7.9% for 15 yrs: List Price $70,000 SPRING HILL 3.52 with a beautiful view overlooking Leakey. City water, Price reduced to $69,500 THE RIDGE-Experience the Texas hill country at its finest w/ private access to your own beautiful Frio River park w/BBQ pavilion. Underground utilities, free roaming wildlife, hiking, biking & much more! This gorgeous restricted subdivision offers great building sites for your dream home, retirement or vacation get-away. B&B allowed so take advantage of this new development. Call for a showing or take a drive out 4 mi. south on RR 1120. Check out our website for current sales! Prices start $87,500 THE RIDGE New construction, 3 bedroom 3 bth, with 2 fireplaces and outdoor kitchen, walking distance to river. Nestled under huge live oaks. Call for a showing today TWIN FORKS Two tree covered lots in good location with owner financing available. Both for $69,500.

TWIN FORKS Like new double wide in Twin Forks, 3 bedroom 2 bth with approx. 1,848 sf, 2 carport, stg building, huge covered deck to enjoy your coffee. Only $99,900. Call today for a showing.

COMMERCIAL OPPORTUNITY City lot w/nice dbl-wide & lg accessory bldg. walking dist to school & shpng. Former Day Care, and should be again. Take advantage of owner financing. List $149,000 COMMERCIAL OPPORTUNTY The Feed Lot is waiting for you to take advantage of a great opportunity to get into the restaurant business. Everything you need to get started is ready and waiting. Only $145,000. Bank Financing available to the right buyers. PENDING COMMERCIAL OPPORTUNITY. 5 income producing cabins on approx. 7 acres with room for more! $375,000.

COMMERCIAL OPPORTUNITY Now you can enjoy your own rodeo arena. Located just north of Leakey, complete with bleachers, snack bar, restrooms, and plenty of room for additional buildings or possible dance floor. Over 7 acres of land and improvements with owner financing available. This is a great investment at $225,000.

Call us if you don’t see what you are looking for here. We have numerous other properties that we would be more than glad to help you with. Or better yet, come by for a visit. The coffee pot is always on.

Dub Suttle – Broker Kathy Suttle – Broker Dink Collins – Associate Michael Rushing – Associate Carrie Chisum – Associate Fred McNiel - Associate

COME BY FOR ONE OF OUR COMPLETE LISTS OF PROPERTIES, CHECK US OUT ON THE WEBSITE OR SCAN THE QR CODE BELOW WITH YOUR SMARTPHONE!

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

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Mary Kay Windham, Broker 664 S US Hwy. 83 Leakey, Texas 830-232-4408 office 830-374-7901 cell SEE MORE LISTINGS AND PICTURES AT WWW.HIGHPLACESREALTY.COM NEW LISTING: 2.2 acres with gorgeous views, under fence, completely and beautifully furnished! $129,000.

NEW LISTING: 1 acre, completely fenced, fruit trees, shed, energy efficient 2BR/1B home, long views, wrap-a-round deck, comes tastefully furnished! $195,000.

NEW LISTING: 130.6 acres south of Leakey, valley and three hillsides, wooded, partially completed 1700+ sq. ft. home, electricity. A great buy at $299,000. CONTRACT PENDING ALREADY! NEW LISTING: 14.65 acres with incredible views from the 2BR/2B home, with sunroom, Wrap-a-round porch, city water, open floor plan with lots of privacy! $265,000.

NEW LISTING: Recently remodeled 3BR/2B home in town on 1+ lots, gorgeous colors, crown molding, privacy fencing, at the end of the block on a quiet street with only 3 other homes! $149,000.

26.7 manicured acres, 1BR/1B home, 3BR/1B mobile, workshop/storage, separate bathhouse and restroom, pond, both sides of seasonal creek, ag exempt. Amazing views! $334,500.

24.6 acres on Frio River, 2BR/1B home, rock patio, guest house, shed, end of the road! $225,000. SOLD! 3BR/3B home on the Frio River, guest house, covered pavilion, fire pit, access to 130 acres of common area and one mile Frio River. $379,500.

4.9 acres on the Frio River, good elevated building sites, electricity close! $99,000.

1BR/1B rock cabin on 29.95, well, elec, and septic, amazing

views. $300,000.

3BR/2B home, 3 car garage, guest home, barn, workshop on 21 acres! $499,000.

2/2 Covered mobile on 2 acres covered in Pecans, access to Frio $129,000.

Walk to Frio on this 3.27 acres, home, workshop, outdoor shower/restroom. $299,000.

3BR/2B log home in River Tree, access to Frio River $329,900. .4 of an acre with access to one mile Frio, all utilities. $25,000.

2.9 acres, huge Pecans, utilities, access to Frio River in River Tree. $106,000.

1.14 acres on the Frio River and Lombardy Canal! $168,000.

1.18 acres, access to 1 mile Frio River and 130 acres! All utilities in place, great views! $89,000.

Several 5 acre tracts with access to lake, creek, deep swimming hole. $38,500 to $40,000.

Cozy cabin on 6 acres, access to lake, creek, deep swimming hole. $129,000.

1 acre near Garner, access to Frio River, water hookup available. $52,900.

Two adjacent lots with access to the Frio River! $45,000.

Each 8.09 acres, with well, mixed terrain $109,080. Adjacent 22.6 acres $203,400.

50 acres, with Frio River, Bluff Creek , home and cabin, springs! $595,000.

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