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Water News and River Flows Flows at all crossings on the Frio River were taken on July 24th, 2017. Fulgham’s Crossing just south of the Alto Frio Baptist Encampment had a flow of 23,989 gpm last month and now has a flow of 14,640 gpm; this is a reduction in flow of about 39%. The Leakey Springs crossing had a flow of 4,320 gpm last measurement, and a flow of 4,662 gpm this reading; a 7% increase in flow since the last measurement. This crossing has remained very constant since last summer with only slight variations from one measurement to the next.

The Mill Creek Crossing showed a decrease in flow this measurement of about 20%; there are culverts on the south end of this crossing that continue to have no flow.

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editor@hillcountryherald.net by: Joel Pigg, General Manager, RECRD

This crossing has a flow of 10,109 gpm this measurement which is down from the last measurement of 12,628 gpm last month.

On the west prong of the Frio River, the Rancho Real crossing had a flow of 6,982 gpm last month compared to a flow of 6,163 gpm this measurement decreasing by 12%. The Kent Creek crossing showed an approximately 10% increase in flow since the last measurement; to a flow of 1,344 gpm this month up from a flow of 1,209 gpm last measurement.

The Nueces River flows were taken on July 20th, 2017. McDonalds Crossing was flowing at 20,843 gpm last measurement and decreased to a flow of 16,687 gpm continued page 4

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Mr. and Mrs. Forrest Hatley, Jr. Named Nueces Canyon Old Settlers Reunion King And Queen The Nueces Canyon Chamber of Commerce has announced that Mr. and Mrs. Forrest Hatley, Jr. have been named as King and Queen of the 56th annual Nueces Canyon Old Settlers Reunion in Camp Wood, Texas, to be held on August fifth this year. Forrest, Jr. and Charlotte have both lived in this area all their lives, and both are graduates of NCHS. Their sons, Steve and Ray, also attended and graduated from NCHS. Charlotte and Forrest, Jr. have spent 59 years together, having been married on July 26, 1958. They have been in the ranching business most of these years. Both have worked with the local volunteer fire department, and Charlotte was active with EMS for more than 13 years.

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They are also supporters of school activities. They are members of the Church of Church of Christ.

The Nueces Canyon Ex-Students and Teachers Association will hold its annual meeting on Friday, August 4, 2017, in conjunction with the 56th annual Old Settlers Reunion, at Lindbergh Park in Camp Wood, with registration beginning at 6: 30 p.m. and the business meeting starting promptly at 7. Members of classes ending in ‘7’ will be honored this year.

The Parade will begin promptly at ten on Saturday morning. Everyone is encouraged to participate in this exciting show.

Arts and craft booth spaces may be reserved, beginning at $50, and lots

of vendors have already secured their spots. Persons interested in having booths should contact Debra Hicks at 830.597.2288. Stage entertainment starts with DJ Mario Rangel, and features “The Baxter Boys.” Plan to enjoy an afternoon in the park, then move up the road to before 7:30 p.m. to attend the TX Senior Pro Bullriders and American Pro Bullriding Federation –Open Event, which promises to be highly entertaining.

The last event of the day will be a street dance in town in front of the local fire department building, scheduled to begin at 9 p.m.

Come one, come all to this funfilled weekend in the Nueces Canyon.

Sabinal FFA Chapter received their Lone Star Degree at the Texas FFA Convention

by Michelle Whalen Sabinal High School FFA

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

Today’s Weather

High: 94° Low: 71°

Six members of the Sabinal FFA Chapter received their Lone Star Degree at the Texas FFA Convention. The Lone Star Degree is the highest degree of membership at the state level. The members included Reece Dodson, Tori Penney, Cameron Moore, Emma Pace, Thomas Powell and Iliana Medina. (Iliana not pictured because she did not attend the degree ceremony).

Thomas Powell was 1st in District, 1st in Area and in the top 8 in the state for his Star Lone Star degree in Agricultural Placement. Star in Agricultural Placement: Outstanding achievement in an employment SAE (Supervised Agricultural Experience), these can include work-based learning, along with active participation in the FFA. For Thomas’s SAE, he worked for Powell Ranch Construction, as well as being an active FFA member. We are so proud of Thomas’s accomplishments for being a state finalist, and the first in Sabinal FFA history to do so for a Star Degree. Sabinal FFA had 5 members attend the State FFA Convention including Emma Pace, Keylie Rihn, Sarah Miller, Cinco Whitehurst and Frankie Luna. Sabinal FFA is looking forward to another successful year!

Death Toll Rises in San Antonio Human Trafficking Case The death toll has now risen to 10 in one of the worst illegal trafficking cases in Texas history. Crowded inside of the boiling tractor-trailer, they took turns taking breaths from a hole in the semi.

Some fainted. Others banged on the wall to get the driver’s attention but he kept going, one man who survived the journey told federal authorities. The driver, James Matthew Bradley Jr. told federal investigators he had no idea dozens of undocumented immigrants were stuffed inside tractor-trailer he was hauling. The 60-year-old Florida man was charged Monday with knowingly transporting undocumented immigrants. The tractor-trailer was found parked at a Walmart in San Antonio early Sunday morning after an employee at the store called police.

Eight people in the truck were already

dead, and two more died after being hospitalized. Dozens more were severely injured, and many will suffer from permanent injury, said authorities.

Bringing back memories from May 13, 2003 when 19 illegal aliens perished in a tractor trailer near Victoria, Texas in a similar situation. Governor Greg Abbott released the following statement after at least 10 people died in an apparent human trafficking operation in San Antonio, TX. “The loss of these lives is a heartbreaking tragedy,” said Governor Abbott. “Human trafficking is an epidemic that Texas is working to eradicate. To that end, Texas will continue to provide protection for the victims who have been robbed of their most basic rights, and bring down the full weight of the law for the perpetrators of this despicable crime.”

In May 2017, Governor Abbott signed a law, Senate Bill 128, which provides information to the trucking industry

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about how to recognize and report signs of human trafficking.

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JAIL REGISTER July 16- July 22, 2017

Heranadez, Fortunato James ,31 W/M, San Angelo, Texas, A/O CPL. Sanchez, Driving While License Invalid w/ Previous Conviction, A/D 7/22/2017, $4,000 Surety Bond

Real County Law Officers Nathan T. Johnson, Sheriff Steven Castro, Deputy Sheriff Mark Cox, Deputy Sheriff Teddy Douthit, Deputy Sheriff William Johnson, Deputy Sheriff Corporal Jake Sanchez, DPS Highway Patrol Alexander Robertson, DPS Highway Patrol Clint Graham, TPWD Game Warden A/D - ARREST DATE A/O - ARRESTING OFFICER

Disclaimer: All print and other visual media is for informational purposes only. This information is considered public information under the Freedom of Information Act and the Public Records Act. Any indication of an arrest is not intended to imply or infer that such individual has been convicted of a crime. All persons are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

Real County Sheriff’s Office Weekly Dispatch Report July 16- July 22, 2017 07/16/2017 @ 0940 responded to a residence in Vista Oaks Subdivision east of Camp Wood for a verbal disagreement 1105 responded to the Leakey Independent School District for vandalism 07/17/2017 @ 1840 responded to Fulgham’s Crossing on Farm to Market Road 1120 for an illegally parked vehicle 1019 responded to a residence on West Fifth Street in Camp Wood for a verbal disagreement 07/18/2017 @ 1959 responded to US Highway 83 south of Leakey for loose livestock 2144 responded to a residence on West Fifth Street in Camp Wood for a verbal disagreement

Wood for suspicious activity 07/21/2017 @ 1336 responded to a residence on US Highway 83 south of Leakey for a burglary alarm 2355 responded to The Historic Leakey Inn in Leakey for suspicious activity 07/22/2017 @ 1210 responded to a residence on Rancho Real Subdivision on Ranch Road 336 north of Leakey for stolen property 1429 responded to Texas State Highway 55 south of Camp Wood for a reckless driver 1811 responded to Second Crossing east of Leakey to unlock a vehicle

07/20/2017 @ 2302 responded to the Family Dollar Store in Camp

DETAINER LIST

REAL COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE WANTED PERSONS AND FUGITIVES

Nies, Sheri Michelle 42 W/F Theft of Property => $100 < $750 5/25/ 2017 TDCJ McMahan, Khristy Anne 49 W/F Theft of Property => $100 <$750 Theft of Property => $100 <$750 5/9/2017 Midland County Jail, Texas Frenzel, Devon 22 W/M Violation of Probation - Aggravated Assault Causing Bodily Injury w/ a Deadly Weapon 5/16/2017 Uvalde County Jail, Texas McAlpine, Theodore 34 W/M Violation of Probation - Deadly Conduct 6/5/2017 Morgan County Jail, Missouri Newton, Melba 23 W/F Violation of Probation - Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle 6/16/2017 Uvalde County Jail, Texas Chapa, David Anthony 39 W/M Unauthorized use of Vehicle 6/30/2017 Uvalde County Jail, Texas

The Real County Sheriff’s Office has numerous felony, misdemeanor, and capias warrants and we are actively seeking to apprehend all persons wanted by the various courts within our jurisdiction. The wanted individuals highlighted below are six individuals we have highlighted for this week’s “FUGITIVE SECTION”. We need your help to apprehend these subjects and hold them responsible for criminal acts committed in our community. If you know where these subjects are please call the Real County Sheriff’s Office at 830-232-5201. If you ARE one of these subjects or know you have outstanding warrants…. TURN YOURSELF IN AT ONCE.

Editor’s Note: This list is provided by Real County Sheriff’s Office, it lists subjects that are being held by Real County in contracted jail facilities awaiting trial

HOLDING LIST Espino, Jorge Aggravated Assault with Deadly Weapon District 8/13/2016 2 YRS TDCJ 6/29/2017 Bandera Espino, Jorge Unlawful Possession of a Firearm By Felon District 8/13/2016 4 YRS TDCJ 6/29/2017 Bandera Harlow, Bobby Violation of Probation - False Name Info / Forgery Vehicle Registration District 5/1/2017 SAFPF 6/29/2017 Bandera Magers, Will Travis Violation of Probation - Evading Arrest / Detention with Motor Vehicle District 6/6/2017 Uvalde Ward, Lance Weldon Violation of Probation - Possession of a Controlled Substance PG 1 < 1 gram District 6/28/2017 1 YR TDCJ 6/29/2017 Bandera

EMT-B class starting in Uvalde at SWTJC on Aug. 28th running through the semester, MondayFriday at 5pm-10pm.

If interested call EMS office in Leakey, 830-232-5299 or emailemtprogram@swtjc.edu. Classes only have 15 slots. Informational meeting at SWTJC on July 20th, Bluebonnet Rm. 6-7pm.

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Felony Warrant Shannon Dewayne Hewitt DOB 12-31-1979

Wanted on Possession of a Controlled Substance – 1 warrant

Mary Rodriguez AKA Mary Bishop DOB 10-15-1968 Wanted for FELONY BOND FORFEITURE – 1 warrant

EMS REPORT

Frio Canyon EMS, Inc. June 2017, Call Report FCEMS had 24 Calls: Transported: 16 patients Trauma: 15, Medical: 9 UMH, Uvalde: 11 14 patients were local folks PRMC, Kerr.: 3 10 patients were visitors Helicopter: 2

GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS City of Leakey Mayor: Harry Schneemann Secretary: Dee Dee Wally Office: 830-232-6757 Fax: 830-232-6775 Councilmen: Ken Auld • Roel Gonzalez• Carl Jensen Frankie DeLeon • Bob Bowers Leakey Volunteer Fire Dept.830-232-4005 Frio Canyon EMS, Inc.830-232-5299 City of Camp Wood Mayor: Jesse Chavez Office: 830-597-2265 Fax: 830-597-5365 email:cityhall@swtexas.net Aldermen: Brianna Taylor • Juan ( Mafy ) Gomez Johnie Wooldridge • Domingo Tobar • Josh Cox Volunteer Fire Dept:830-597-6100 Camp Wood Library: 830-597-3208 Nueces Canyon EMS: 830-597-4200 City of Sabinal Mayor: Charles Story Secretary: Betty Jo Harris Office: 830-988-2218 Councilmembers: Ali Alejandro, Louis “Mando” Landeros, Danny Dean, J. R. Flores, Mike Nuckles, and Andy Schaefer Sabinal Library 830-988-2911 Sabinal Municipal Judge: Anita Herndon 830-988-2630 Justice of the Peace Precinct #2 Bobby G. McIntosh,830- 988-2462 Real County County Judge, Garry Merritt 830-232-5304 Real County Attorney, Bobby Jack Rushing 830-232-6461 County/District Clerk, Jennifer Manchester 830-232-5202 Justice of the Peace Dianne Rogers: 830-232-6630 Justice of the Peace VACANT: 830-597-6149 Sheriff, Nathan Johnson 830-232-5201 Real County Constable VACANT 830-232-5201 Tax Assessor-Collector Donna Brice: 830-232-6210 Treasurer, Mairi Gray 830-232-6627 Chief Appraiser Michael Mann 830-232-6248 Real County Public Library 830-232-5199 Camp Wood Public Library 830-597-3208 Real County Commissioners: Precinct #1: Manuel Rubio Pct.#2: Bryan Shackelford Pct. #3:Raymon Ybarra Pct.#4: Joe W. Connell, Sr. Real Edwards Conservation & Reclamation District PO Box 807 . Camp Wood, Texas 78833 (830) 597-3322 office Fax (830) 597-3320 recrd@swtexas.net email Roland Trees, Board President Joel Pigg, General Manager

Darrell Duke DOB 09-21-1966 Wanted for Felony DWI – 1 Warrant

Melissa Hurst DOB 06-12-1981 Bond Forfeiture–Theft–1 Warrant

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Kiersten Issacks DOB 12-01-1995 Wanted for Felony Possession of a Controlled Substance – 1 warrant

Zachary Green DOB 02-12-1990 Bond Forfeiture DWLI – 1 Warrant

REAL COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE CRIMINAL ACTIVITY ALERT & REQUEST FOR ASSISTANCE On Saturday July 22nd an unidentified male, driving a gold-colored “lifted” Ford F250 or F350 pickup with a brush guard, posed as a Direct TV Contractor and used a ruse of needing a telephone and an offer of a free upgrade on the Direct TV system to deceive the victim and gain access to a residence. The suspect stole a firearm and cash from victims at the location.

The thief was described as a slender white male (possibly Hispanic) wearing blue jeans and a button down shirt. If you have any information about the identity of the suspect or have knowledge of a similar incident, please contact my office to assist us in apprehending this thief before he can harm anyone else.

-- Sheriff Nathan T. Johnson

PUBLIC NOTICE It is the policy of Big Springs Charter School, not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or handicap in its vocational programs, services or activities as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended: Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.

It is the policy of Big Springs Charter School, to provide a free and appropriate education to all students consisting of regular and special education and related aides and services in career and technology education programs that are designed to meet individual education needs of disabled persons as adequately as the needs of non-disabled persons are met and are based upon adherence to provisions set forth in 34 CFR 104.33-104.36; 34 CFR 104.31-104.40.

It is the policy of Big Springs Charter School, not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, handicap, or age in its employment practices as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended; and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended.

Big Springs Charter School, will take steps to assure that lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in all educational and vocational programs.

For information about your rights or grievance procedures, contact the Title IX Coordinator and Superintendent, Albert Hernandez, Big Springs Charter School, PO Box 399, Leakey, TX., 78873, phone 830-232-7100.

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For those of you that live in the northern portion of Edwards County near Telegraph here are the latest flow measurements for the crossings in your area. The first crossing on Highway 377 near Telegraph had a flow of 41,135 gpm a few weeks ago and has decreased to a flow of 40,107 gpm or a decrease in flow of about 2%. There are a couple of culverts at this crossing that have debris clogging the pipes. The second crossing on Highway 377 near the Evergreen School had a flow of 43,375 gpm a few weeks ago when I last checked the flow and now has a flow of 44,720 gpm

or an increase of about 3%. This crossing also has pipes that are clogged with gravel causing some reduction in flow.

Well Registration I am still asking everyone that has a well on their property to make sure that the well is registered with the District, we would like to know that the well is on your property just for knowledge that the well exists.

We are not wanting to get into your business and tell you how to use or how much to use your well we just want to know that the hole is there. The more information we have on the wells the more we will be able to protect your interests when outsiders come looking for water to take for their use. Our District has operated from its inception in the belief of private property rights and we are motivated by the principle of education first and regulation as a last resort in the conservation of this very important natural resource.

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The announcement was made during TTA’s board of directors’ meeting held in Austin in June.

TTA’s mission is to support the needs of Texas’ public transportation systems through statewide advocacy and education.

The Texas Transit Association (TTA) was organized in 1986 as a 501 (c)(6), nonprofit business league . TTA’s membership is composed of Texas metropolitan, small urban and rural transit agencies as well as private and public entities from across the United States.

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“I am honored to be elected for another term on the TTA board of directors as well as being chosen as the Rural Vice-President. With various mobility barriers in this large state, public transportation is the key to moving people. We cannot do this alone, but envision a comprehensive seamless transit system in Texas through the coordination of both public and private entities. We see TTA as a catalyst and leader to promote mobility in Texas that would one day set standards across the U.S. on how to transport riders with the most cost effective manner and best efficiency possible. I look forward to serving another term and working to solving transit issues across the state. ”, states HidalgoCook.

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NCCISD Registration Dates Registration packets will be mailed to Nueces Canyon families at the end of July. Complete a packet for each student. Make sure both the parent and the student have signed the forms you each need to sign. You will need to bring the completed packet with you to register for the 2017-2018 school year.

Elementary Campus Registration: o August 2nd, 3rd, & 4th

o 9:00am – 3:00pm o Elementary Office Junior High & High School Campus Registration: o August 8th & 9th o 9:00am – 3:00pm o JH&HS Office

AAU Junior Olympic Games Qualifiers from Nueces Canyon

By NC Coach Deyanira Flores

Santos and Elena Flores have qualified for the AAU Junior Olympic Games for the National Track and Field Meet in Ypilsanti, Michigan. They will compete in Rynearson Stadium at Eastern Michigan University July 31-August 5. Santos won his region with a 2:06 in the 800m.

Beating teams around the area, the relays

did outstanding. As their second leg, he helped the 1600m relay, winning it with a 3:41. They also brought home the gold in the 3200m relay, running a 9:04. Elena Flores had a great summer season as well.

As an athlete, she is developing and learning. She qualified in the 1500m, placing 5th with a time of 6:03. Their work ethic

has gone from hard work to consistency.

AAU is good for development and winning Nationals is great, but getting to STATE is the key! Looking forward to a great year at the Canyon. Refer to coacho.com for more results.

NC EX-STUDENTS AND TEACHERS ASSOCIATION TO MEET ON AUGUST 4 The Nueces Canyon Ex-Students and Teachers Association will hold its annual meeting on Friday, August 4, 2017, in conjunction with the 56th annual Old Settlers Reunion, at Lindbergh Park in Camp Wood, with registration beginning at 6:30 p.m. and the business meeting starting promptly at 7. Members of classes ending in ‘7’ will be honored this year.

As in years past, those in attendance register for door prizes by donating $1 to help build up the scholarship fund and to assist with the cost of refreshments.

Donations to the scholarship fund are also accepted at this time.

Officers this year are Samantha

Ives, president; Susie Shackelford, president-elect; and Kristi Powers, secretarytreasurer. During the business meeting, exes will need to elect a new presidentelect.

Everyone who ever attended or taught classes in the Nueces Canyon schools, including Camp Wood, Montell, Barksdale, and Vance, is invited to attend this reunion.

Other exes from Hackberry, Brushy Creek, Pulliam, Bull Head, Cedar Creek, Camp Wood Creek, or any other local school from past years are also invited to enjoy the festivities on August fourth. A school not previously mentioned and only recently brought to our attention was the Race

Track School, near the old Ben Casey place above Barksdale.

Featured on the program for the third consecutive year will be locally famous Shane Stumpf from Comfort, Texas. He is the son of Dana (Hutto) and Randy Stumpf, and will be a senior at Comfort High School this fall. He sings country-western songs while playing the guitar or the fiddle, and we are most fortunate that he agreed to entertain the group again this year.

People who would volunteer to help with refreshments or door prizes should call Jakelynn Crawford as soon as possible at 830.507.3479.

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NUECES CANYON OLD SETTLERS REUNION SET FOR AUGUST 4, 5 It’s that time of the year again! The Nueces Canyon Chamber of Commerce wishes to announce that the 56th annual Old Settlers Reunion will be held on Friday and Saturday, August fifth and sixth, at the Charles Lindberg Park in Camp Wood, Texas, and to invite everyone in this area to attend. It is a time to see old friends, meet new friends, and to enjoy music and activities in the park. Several high school class reunions are also planned.

The first event on the list is the Ex-Students and Teachers Reunion in the park on Friday night.

Nueces Canyon students will combine with those from earlier schools such as Camp Wood, Barksdale, Montell, Hackberry, Vance, Pulliam, Brushy Creek, Camp Wood Creek, and possibly others to reminisce and retell important stories. Guests should gather in the park at about 6:30 to register; a short business meeting will begin at seven, and local celebrity Shane Stumpf will then entertain the crowd with his repertoire of country-western music. Shane sings and plays guitar and fiddle, and this will be his third appearance at this event.

The Parade will begin promptly at ten on Saturday morning. Everyone is encouraged to participate in this exciting show. Floats should be lined up at the south end of town near the First Baptist Church by 8: 30 a.m. so that judging can be completed before the parade starts.

The judges will award ribbons and trophies shortly after 9:00.

Next on the agenda is the opening ceremony and the crowning of the king and queen, Mr. and Mrs. Forrest Hatley, Jr. This revered couple and their family will be featured in an elaborate coronation that honors them for their contributions to this area. Both Mr. and Mrs. Hatley graduated from high school here, Mr. Hatley from Barksdale and Mrs. Hatley from Nueces Canyon, and both their sons are also NC graduates. The couple are descendants of

families who were among the earliest settlers in this area, and both have lived here all their lives.

Following the coronation, the washer pitching and horseshoe pitching contests will begin. Entry fee for each team is $20, and signs in the park will direct interested people to the registration locations.

Persons entering the Salsa Contest and the Pie Contest should have their entries in the park by 9 a.m. The Pie Contest is divided into Open and Pecan, and crusts for the pies must be home-made. Salsa entries should contain a pint jar of salsa and a smaller “taster” jar. The pint jars will be sold to the highest bidders in auctions throughout the day, as will be the pecan pies and whatever other kinds of pies are entered in the contest. There is no entry fee for this contest, and all area cooks are invited to show off their skills while having a good time comparing notes.

Arts and craft booth spaces may be reserved, beginning at $50, and lots of vendors have already secured their spots. Persons interested in having booths should contact Debra Hicks at 830.597.2288. Stage entertainment starts with DJ Mario Rangel, and features “The Baxter Boys.” Plan to enjoy an afternoon in the park, then move up the road to before 7:30 p.m. to attend the TX Senior Pro Bullriders and American Pro Bullriding Federation –Open Event, which promises to be highly entertaining.

The last event of the day will be a street dance in town in front of the local fire department building, scheduled to begin at 9 p.m.

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Joshua DeLeon, son of the Lupe DeLeons, was at Rustic Charm on Saturday afternoon, autographing his book that he wrote: “Destiny and the Red Orb”. A Science Fiction book, it was well received and he was pleased that several of his former teachers dropped by for a purchase and stayed to visit with him. The topic is the end of the world and it is very well written.

I was on page 70 and found only one printing error, a comma that was missing. This is a self-published book! Wow, Joshua, you are quite a writer! A copy of the book will be available at the high school library.

Also, several books are available at Gabriel’s Landing.

Painting Classes Held

On Saturday afternoon, there were two groups of ladies who met with Megan Smith of San Angelo. She led them step by step in a lesson on painting. The subject was cacti and the ladies caught on quickly.

As several of the ladies were leaving, they said they want to do it again; it was fun.

Megan Smith is co-owner along with Tori Stubbs whose combined talents have a full service salon and boutique. The shop is called Burlap and Paisley and is located at 322 N. Chadbourne in San Angelo. The

This fellowship of Christian men and boys met at First Baptist Church on Sunday morning, promptly at 8 a.m. Breakfast was brought by Jim Braden and the devotional

by Brother Monty Benson. Everything was good; they could have used a few more men and boys to help eat up the breakfast.

Each fourth Sunday morning, the group shares breakfast, a devotional, and friendship, excluding the month of December. It is open to all faiths and they meet, rotating from several of the churches in town.

Come and join them. You will be welcomed.

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Scripture and announcements were done

by Charles D. Story. Pastor Jim Fox did the service. On Wednesday evening, a Bible study is held at 6:30 p.m. Ephesians is being studied in depth. Pastor Fox leads the study.

On Fifth Sunday, a potluck dinner will follow the service.

First Baptist

Night Life was going full blast all week long at First Baptist with Thursday evening’s service at Veterans Memorial Live Oak Park. Prior to the service, the teens played basketball and had supper. That night there were 58 young people and workers. Friday night, there were three baptisms. Of merit, during the games, the youth divided into two groups, Superman and Batman. Each time all week long, Superman team reigned supreme. The kids came from D’Hanis and Uvalde as well as Sabinal.

This was the fifteenth year for First Baptist of Sabinal to put on Night Life. And each year, it is a big hit with the teens. A

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Communion will be served during the service this coming Sunday with a meal to follow.

First United Methodist

This past Sunday in the absence of the Reverend Glenn A. Luhrs, lay speaker Nettie White delivered the message. Following the service, a good number of people attended “The Gathering” Hospitality table for coffee, sweets, and drinks.

There are still caladiums available for the general public. Contact person is Betty Mathis.

There will be a final Summer Reading Program this Friday. It is held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. with reading assistance for the children. Lunch is also served.

The final Family Movie Night will be held this coming Friday beginning at 6:30 p.m. Children under the age of 11 must be accompanied by a responsible person over the age of 18. All drinks, snacks, candies, etc. are free and the movie is also free.

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At the July 16 chalupas plate sale, the ladies raised over $450 with the proceeds going to the needs of the church. And the food was so good.

August 4 is First Friday of the month.

Eucharistic Adoration begins at 8 a.m. and runs until the Rosary at 6 p.m. followed by the Benediction and Holy Mass.

August 5 is First Saturday of the month with Mass at St. Patrick’s at 11:30 a.m. in reparation to the Immaculate Heart of Mary.

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AUSTIN: Last week, the Texas Legislature convened in Austin for a special session called by Governor Abbott to address a series of pressing issues facing the state, including property tax reform. Viewing this as an opportunity to press for groundbreaking changes to the way in which we fund public schools, Representative Andrew Murr (R-Junction) filed a piece of legislation that, if passed, will fully and finally end the “Robin Hood” school finance system and accomplish real property tax relief by cutting the average homeowner’s property tax bill by almost half.

House Bill 285 will eliminate the portion of a property owner’s tax bill dedicated to the maintenance and operation (M&O) of school districts and replace it with an increase in the state sales tax from 6.25% to 12%. On average across the state, the M&O school taxes accounts for roughly 43% of an owner’s property taxes (varying depending on locality). It is also the part of our property taxes that are subject to recapture, otherwise known as “Robin Hood.” While the legislation is intended to be revenue neutral, Rep. Murr said the economic impact of lifting the burden of financing schools off the shoulders of property owners will be tremendous.

“While Texas is generally viewed as a lowtax state, the dirty little secret is that our property tax rates are among the highest in the nation,” said Rep. Murr. “In fact, it’s

only places like New Jersey, Illinois and Connecticut who have higher rates than ours. Naturally this has an impact on the investment decisions made by everyone from large corporations all the way down to your next door neighbors.

“Slashing the property tax will provide tangible incentives for out-of-state businesses to relocate to Texas and for existing businesses to expand and create new jobs.

It will give families greater opportunities for home ownership, while also protecting existing homeowners, particularly those on fixed-incomes, from skyrocketing appraisals and crippling tax bills.

“I hear from constituents every day about their property tax concerns. They want real relief, and while the state does not collect any property tax directly, meaning only local governments do, the state has an obvious tool at its disposal to affect change. That is by changing the way the state funds its constitutional obligations to provide public education for our children.”

One of the key features of HB 285 is that it will finally end the Robin Hood school

finance system where local tax dollars from “property wealthy” school districts like Llano ISD, Hunt ISD, Crockett County CCD, and even Leakey ISD, are taken from their districts and redistributed across the state. Forty percent of the school districts in our Texas House district fall into this category, and last year over $27.4 million of their local tax dollars were sent to Austin to comply with this antiquated system.

Rep. Murr continued, “People have been complaining about Robin Hood for as long as I can remember, but it’s actually quite an easy problem to solve. It just requires the political will to say that enough is enough, and that we will no longer saddle property owners with an unjust tax system that punishes them for owning their little piece of Texas. It’s time to end the unfair practice of Obama-style “wealth re-distribution” to pay for public schools.

“At the end of the day, this legislation is about more than fixing school finance, lowering taxes or stimulating the economy.

Fundamentally it is about the right to property. Coming from a family of ranchers, the right to own our land is one of the most sacred rights we have as Texans and Americans. Yet given the fact that property taxes are never-ending and that our land will be taken from us if we stop paying, regardless of our means or economic situation, the reality is that we are just renting from the government. True private property rights will never be a reality in Texas as long as we have a property tax, and I believe HB 285 is a first, substantial step towards eliminating it for good.”

Wednesday, July 26, 2017

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“Somewhere in the West” TEXAS AND THE CIVIL WAR

By Linda Kirkpatrick

I do know that in this day and time, the word Civil War “We can not be whipped, though they may kill us all.” can open an assortment of problems but that is not the intent By the end of the war on April 9, 1865 at Appomattox here. As most of you who know me realize, I am against rewrit- Court House in Virginia, the Texans had fought in at least ten ing history. No matter if right or wrong, it happened and really major battles to include: Battle of Eltham’s Landing, Battle of cannot be reversed, erased or even ignored. Because the Civil Seven Pines, Battle of Gaines Mill, Second Manassas, AntieWar happened, I was born in Texas, because the Civil War hap- tam (Miller’s Cornfield), Fredericksburg, Gettysburg, Chickapened one of my favorite hobbies, genealogy, became part of mauga, Wilderness and Cold Harbor. my life, but all of that is another story for another time.

When the 1st Texas Infantry surrendered at Appomattox, Issues and groundwork for the Civil War could have there were only 149 men left and another Texas company had started when a boat of African slaves set foot in Jamestown, no survivors at all. Estimates state that of the thousands that Virginia in 1619. No one could have predicted the results. joined the three largest of the Texas Regiments that only 617 On April 12, 1861, some 242 years survived. later, Confederate soldiers at Fort Sumter, The war began when the ConfedSouth Carolina would fire the first shot erates attacked Union Soldiers at Fort of this controversial war. By this time, Sumter, South Carolina on April 12, several southern states had filed declara1861 and ended on April 9, 1865 when tions of secession. The first Confederate Robert E. Lee surrendered to Ulysses forces were under the command General S. Grant at Appomattox Courthouse, P. G. T. Beauregard. Fort Sumter was vulso most people think. You see, those nerable and Beauregard took advantage Texans sometimes would just not stop. of this situation. Two days later, Union The very last battle of the Civil War forces surrendered. This battle is noted as took place at Palmito Ranch, Texas on the first battle of the American Civil War. May 13, 1865.

Ironically, the war would begin and end Early in the war, the Union army with shots from the Confederate soldiers. tried but failed to occupy the town of Many families fled the Deep South Brownsville in deep south Texas. Their to Texas. Then some who fled to Texas goal was to blockade supplies coming turned around and “joined up”. Some into Texas. Those determined Texans moved on in to Mexico to escape the war. kept biting at the heels of the Union but The 1st, 4th and 5th Texas Infantry towards the end of the war, they were Regiments were the primary regiments beginning to lose control. In February from Texas that fought. Companies from of 1865, the Union was convinced that the following Texas counties formed in they could take Brownsville but what General John Bell Hood Richmond, Virginia in August of 1861: the higher authorities wanted was a Marion, Cass, Polk, Houston, Tyler, peace agreement with the confederate Anderson, Cherokee, Sabine, San Augustine, Newton, Nacogsoldiers. The Texans were told that if they took an oath of alledoches, Galveston and Trinity. General John Bell Hood led giance to the United States that they could take their families these companies and they were called Hood’s Texas Brigade. and leave.

Approximately 3500 originally enlisted but during the war, Major General John G. Walker read the proposal and that number would grow to 4,400. The Texas men were fierce. took offense. Lt. General Edmund Kirby Smith was not ready That fierceness forced their causality rate to 61%. It is hard to to surrender either. There was a time that I thought that the believe that of all the men to enlist from Texas that over half troops there didn’t know of Lee’s surrender but they did. A would never see Texas again. steamer traveling up the Rio Grande brought a copy of the New Little did anyone know at the time that the dreams that Orleans Times to the Confederates at Palmito Ranch. The artiDavid R. Miller had for his cornfield would never materialize. cles in the paper told of Lee’s surrender and Lincoln’s death.

He probably planned to harvest feed for his livestock, meals The Texas Regiment was in “no quit” mode though. The Union for his family and possible extra to sell. Mr. Miller’s 30-acre forces thought that with a bit of pressure that the Confederates cornfield was close to harvest the day the Union and Confeder- could be persuaded to surrender but they sure had that wrong. ate armies met. The cornfield was only a small part of the much Though outnumbered, the Texans were persistent and larger Antietam Battlefield. The Battle of Antietam went down that no quit attitude was strengthened when Colonel “RIP” in history as the bloodiest single day of the Civil War with the Ford arrived with the Second Texas Cavalry, Colonel Santos Battle at the Cornfield contributing its share of the blood.

Benavides and his Texas Cavalry Regiment arrived, and parts Because of the rain that began to fall, General Hood’s of the Gidding’s Battalion came along with a few cannons.

Texas Brigade were given permission to fall back and cook This move surprised the Union. Where in the heck did rations as they all of these had not eaten in crazy Texans several days. The come from? The fighting continued Union realized but Hood gave his and reported, word that his men “Having no artilwould be ready lery to oppose when called. the enemy’s six The call twelve-pounder came earlier than field pieces our expected but Hood position became mounted his horse untenable. We and led the men therefore fell back into the cornback fighting.” field battle. Many Colonel Ford of 2,300 of them found it different marched forward when he wrote in while still stuffhis diaries that the ing their pockets Union “seemed with half-cooked to have lost his rations. The men presence of mind fiercely fought. and retreated in They charged out a rather confused of control into manner.”

Union lines but For four painting of Battle of Palmito Ranch when the fog and hours the Texas smoke cleared, the Brigade and the Union forces claimed victory and Miller’s field of dreams was Union battled it out until Ford said, “We will let well enough totally destroyed. alone, and retire.” And, with those words, the war was over.

The 1st Texas Infantry would record 82% men lost There are various reports of numbers dead during the during this battle. This would be the highest rate for any of the entire Civil War. One study lists as many as 850,000, one being Confederate regiments during the war. my direct ancestor, Alexander Taylor who was captured in the Throughout the war, the Texas Brigade only lost one Battle of the Wilderness and later dying in a prisoner of war battle flag. Union troops captured that flag during the battle at camp in Elmira, New York.

Miller’s Cornfield.

All the recent activities of destroying and hiding history The heroics and causalities of the Texas Brigade cover sparked me to write this story of the Texas involvement in the the pages of Civil War history. The Texas Brigade boasted the Civil War. Right or wrong just depends on your perception. The best riders and riflemen of the Civil War. One young woman war happened and that we should not forget. received a letter from her husband and in the letter he wrote,

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

“Most folks won’t hear the back-to-school bell for another month, but it’s never too early to take advantage of the opportunity

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Texas’ tax holiday weekend has been an annual event since 1999.

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Upper Nueces-Frio Soil and Water Conservation District - Real County - Local Work Group Meeting – August 9, 2017 The Upper Nueces-Frio SWCD will be holding their annual Local Work Group Meeting for Real County on August 9th, 2017 at 10:30 a.m. at the Real County Library, 225 Main St., Leakey, TX 78873. The purpose of the local work group is to provide input on how to prioritize local natural resource concerns. These are used to develop quality plans and are taken into account during the ranking process during fiscal year 2018. Common resource

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Ways to treat these concerns include common practices such brush management, cross fences, and water development. Please come and join us on August 9th, 2017 and let your voice be heard.

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Old Galveston Lives Again Ashton Villa has survived some of the toughest times of Texas history. From the Civil War to the devastating 1900 Galveston hurricane, this longstanding landmark represents the state’s ability to recover, even after the worst disasters.

Ashton Villa, one of the first brick structures in Texas, is located on Broadway in Galveston. It was built in 1859 by James Moreau Brown, who by the late 1850s had developed the largest hardware store west of the Mississippi.

Brown purchased four lots in Galveston on January 7, 1859.

He designed the building and used slave labor and skilled European craftsmen.

His wife, Rebecca Ashton Stoddart, named the new family residence Ashton Villa in memory of one of her ancestors, Lt. Isaac Ashton, a Revolutionary War hero.

Brown died in 1895, leaving ownership of Ashton Villa to his wife. The home withstood the devastation of the Galveston hurricane of 1900, but its basement was filled with sand and silt from the Gulf, and the surrounding grounds were topped with two feet of soil as part of the island’s grade raising efforts. In 1927 the villa was sold by a granddaughter to El Mina Shrine. The Shriners made minor modifications

to the interior of the house to suit their needs and used it for the next forty years as their business offices and for social functions.

In June 1968 El Mina Shrine placed the Ashton Villa property for sale. It was rumored that the house was also threatened with demolition. In a campaign led by the Galveston Historical Foundation, $125,000 was raised to purchase Ashton Villa.

Further funding from both government and private sources helped restore and refurnish the historic home. Much of the original furniture and art was retrieved and is now a part of the collection.

Ashton Villa was opened to the public on July 25, 1974, and is administered by the Galveston Historical Foundation.

It is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Programs at the villa include daily public tours, property rentals, continuing restoration, special events, and a volunteer program. In June 1987, after accomplishing Galveston’s first urban archeology, Ashton Villa opened an archeology exhibit that includes an interpretation of domestic life as well as the history of the house and its family.

2nd Annual Hunt Hondo offers a full day of adventure for the whole family The Hondo Area Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce plans for the 2nd Annual Hunt Hondo event, coming up Saturday, August 12. Paloma Pachanga, located at 1210 US Hwy 90 East, will host this year’s event and a full day of fun activities are being planned. Beginning promptly at 8am, the Rock Your Camo 5k, which was a huge success last year with over 75 participants, will start at the General Store at Paloma Pachanga and wind around the property offering a true cross-country jaunt! Fun for the whole family, be sure to register by August 4 to guarantee a souvenir t-shirt.

Registration is $20 per person. Children age 5 and under can participate free of charge (no t-shirt). Race day registration is permitted, but there is no guarantee the participant will receive a t-shirt. Awards will be given to top runners and best camo attire.

The Texas Dove Hunters Association is bringing back the very popular Dove 101 class. This class will be held inside the General Store. Great for anyone new to hunting, this class encourages all who are age 8 and up. Included in the $15 registration, the class offers safety lessons, bird identification, ethics in the field and hands-on demonstrations. Lunch and a Dove 101 booklet are also included in this class.

Silver Creek Meat and Outdoor Gear is sponsoring an archery competition for the first time this year. The Archery competition will begin at 9am and will run throughout the day, giving everyone a chance to participate at a time that works for their schedule. Scores will be tallied at the end of the day and prizes will be awarded at 4pm. Traditional bows and arrows will be provided for youth and adult divisions. Pre-registration is $7 per division.

Registration at the event is $10 per division. Prizes include trophies for the top 3 in each division, cooler and gift card package valued at $150, jerky box valued at $75, $100 fresh steaks package, outdoor edge processing kits, gift cards for the winners of each division and more. Divisions: Men and women for age 8 and under; 9-13, 14-17 and 18 and up.

Be sure to bring the little ones as we’re looking for the cutest kid all dressed up in camo attire. The Cutest Camo Kid must be 5 years old or younger and dressed to impress in their finest camo attire and gear (no live weapons). This event will take place at 10: 00 under the pavilion. Winners will receive prizes for top boy, top girl and overall camo cutie.

Another first time addition to Hunt Hondo is Kid’s Fishin’. Sponsored by Legacy Irrigation, this activity is sure to to provide a day full of adventure for children up to age 14. For a $5 wristband, participants can fish from 9am to 4pm. There is no registration for this fun event. Bait will be provided for this catch and release activity, but you must bring your own lucky fishing pole.

Have you heard of Parisa? Well it’s only the most talked about delicacy in all of South Texas…or maybe just Medina county?

Either way, we’re out to find out who makes the best parisa around! Parisa is a meat spread filled with spices, peppers, cheese and is cured with lime or lemon juice. Some say the perfect vehicle for the spread is a saltine cracker, and is best washed down with an ice cold beer. The origin of parisa dates back to the French/German settlers who brought the recipe with them and it lives on today. If you visit Hondo, Castroville, D’hanis or Quihi, you might find a slight variation in each recipe. What’s in

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Property 27: 4BD/3.5BA home w/gorgeous views. 621 Catclaw Mtn. Rd. in Concan. Rental OK. Frio river access! $575,000 Property 39: Cute 1BD/1BA cabin on 6.37 ac. in Roaring Springs Ranch! VIEWS for miles + gorgeous common areas. $108,000 REDUCED Property 41: Nice 52 acre place with a spacious 2BD/2BA home located halfway between Uvalde & Camp Wood. $295,000 REDUCED Property 42: 337 River House. 1.68 acs. with 3BD/2.5BA main home + 1/1 Gst. House! River front and POOL! $425,000 PENDING NEWProperty 45: Large 3/3 home in the unique Frio Cielo Ranch community between Leakey/Uvalde. Wonderful amenities. $174,900 Property 48: EXCELLENT location! Next to House Pasture in Concan. 3BD/3BA + lg. bunk room. New POOL! It RENTS! $420,000 Property 78: 4BD/3BA home on nearly one ac. 179 Roy Chisum Rd. No restrictions! 500’ of private river access! $299,000 LOTS Property 01 : 9.3 ac. Views, underground elec., city water and sensible restrictions. Borders a large ranch. Owner/ Broker. $99,900 Property 08: Wooded residential lot in Canyon Oaks. Frio River access + hillside and valley views. Water & elec available. $56,000 Property 15: 1.18 acre lot in Rio Park Estates. Frio River access, unequipped well, adjacent lot (Prop 16) also available. $45,000 Property 16: 1.18 acre lot in Rio Park Estates. Frio River access, adjacent lot (Prop 15) also available. $40,000 NEWProperty 30: 1.19 ac. lot w/water & elec. available in Frio River Place. It’s just a stone’s throw from the gorgeous Frio! $79,000 NEWProperty 34: 7+ ac. lot in R-N-R Ranch—Rio Frio,

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Shady Oaks Subdv. $77,045 Property 52: 5+ ac West of Leakey. Fronts on John Buchanan Rd. Bldg. site faces east and is ready to go! $52,500 Property 55: 1 acre lot in Valley Vista w/AMAZING views! Underground electric & water at site. $44,500 Property 81-83: 1-9 ac. lots in Concan. You have to see these lots. All utilities and VIEWS for miles. $39,500-$49,500--$55,500 ACREAGE Property 07: 15 acres in Concan w/Hwy. 127 frontage. Small hunter’s cabin. No utilities but elec. is close. $103,569 Property 10: 31.05 acres. Just off Hwy. 41 in far NW Real County. Fairview Ranch. Neat little hunting place! $99,360 Property 12: 5+ ac north of Leakey w/2400 sq. ft. metal bldg. Hwy. frontage. Some elevation for great views. Ag. Exempt. $179,000 REDUCED NEWProperty 14: 22 acre hunting tract located 9 miles N of Leakey in Spring Country Ranch. Nice hunter’s camp. $66,000 PENDING Property 22: LIVE WATER ranch! 195 acs. w/both sides of Camp Wood Creek! 4BD/3.5BA home, 50x100 barn on slab. Must see! $1.8M Property 25 : RR336 north of Leakey. 17+ acs. West prong of the Frio River on eastern boundary. Owner/Agent $222,000 Property 29 : 170 acs. +/- WILL DIVIDE Hwy. 337W frontage. Views for miles! $4250 per acre NEWProperty 37: 32.49 acs. fronting Hwy. 55 btwn Rocksprings & Barksdale. Terrific views & building sites. $69,000 NEWProperty 38: 24+/- ac hunting tract at the back of Rancho Real. Borders large ranch. Very gamey...see game pics on website! $73,890 Property 40: 17.6 acres w/Frio frontage! Close to Leakey.

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Plan on staying all day as there will be food trucks providing options for breakfast and lunch and wild game sampling throughout the day.

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Hondo Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director, Roxanne Carter said she was looking forward to an even bigger crowd this year over last.

“We are proud of our agriculture heritage here in Medina County and this Hunt Hondo event is just another way we get to celebrate who we are through shooting sports, food, fun and family James Pasture Clearing & Fencing is now offering services in the area. friendly outdoor activities. We encourWe are local and ready to meet your needs. We specialize in age everyone to come and invite their • cedar and pasture clearing We also offer post out of town guests to be a part of this • new fencing or fencing repairs, driving that can drive outdoor event as we celebrate hunting up to 3in in diameter • construction clean up in God’s country.”

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Wednesday, July 26, 2017

O B I T U A R I E S JIMMY MCDOWELL WILLIAMS

Bennie Fee Stewart

Norbert Otto Kay, Sr.

(May 26, 1937 - July 21, 2017)

(September 11, 1919 - July 21, 2017)

(April 1, 1943 - July 4, 2017)

Leakey—Jimmy McDowell Williams, 80, went to be with the Lord on Friday, July 21, 2017. He was born in Fort Worth on May 26, 1937 to the late Jow McDowell Williams and Minnie Maurice Mead Williams.

Jimmy graduated from Refugio High School in 1956, attended Del Mar College in Corpus Christi. Soon after, he married Linda Arlene Kelley of Refugio.

Together they raised three children; daughters, Kelley Williams Harrell (Tony), Allison Williams Kelly and son, Chad Williams (Donna). Jimmy worked at Quintana Petroleum as a tool pusher, where he retired at the age of 61. Jimmy was a master carpenter in his spare time, but his greatest creation was not with his hands but with his kind heart. Jimmy is survived by his wife, Linda, his three children, eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

A celebration of Jimmy’s life will be held on Saturday, July 29, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at First United Methodist Church. 419 North Market Street, Leakey, Texas. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First United Methodist Church, Leaky, Texas.

Condolences and memories may be shared at www.gracefuneralhome .net. Arrangements entrusted to Grace Funeral Home, 2401 Houston Hwy, Victoria

Bennie Fee was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend. She was always a gracious hostess, welcoming all to her home. Bennie Fee Stewart of Mansfield, TX, formerly of Uvalde and the Nueces Canyon, passed away on July 21, 2017 in Mansfield at the age of 97, after a long illness. She was born on September 11, 1919 in Wayland, Texas to Benjamin Franklin Stone and Debby May Robertson Stone. She married J.W. Stewart on January 14, 1940 in Quemado, TX. He preceded her in death in 2005. She is survived by three sons. Johnnie Stewart and wife Suzanne of Mansfield, TX; Jimmie Stewart and wife Linda of Webster, NC and Ronnie Stewart of Castle, OK. Seven grandchildren, Dr. Julie Vowell and Corby of Mansfield, Tx., Stephanie Stewart of Mansfield, Tx., Drs. Jim and Jo Ann Stewart of San Diego, CA, Mike Stewart of Sylva, NC, Chris Stewart and Jessica of Tulsa, OK, Deborah and Travis Vancampen of Azle, TX, Dwight Tom and Cheryl of Portland, OR. Thirteen great grandchildren, Courtney and Brandon Vowell, Mia and Grant Stewart, Noah, Micah, Asher, and Levi Stewart, Elijah, Evan, Rebekah, and Quinlyn Vancampen, and Kyle Tom. She is preceded in death by her husband, J.W. Stewart, one infant daughter, Janna Kay Stewart, her parents Benjamin Franklin and Debby May Robertson Stone, brothers J.D. and sister-in-law Rudene Stone, Gainerd E. Stone, and two half sisters, Eva Davis and Clara Gray.

Pallbearers will be Jim Stewart, Mike Stewart, Chris Stewart, Dwight Tom, Corby Vowell, Travis Vancampen, and Cole Comfort.

Funeral arrangements will be coordinated by Rushing-EstesKnowles Mortuary. The service will held on Saturday, July 29 at 4:00p.m. at Rushing-Estes-Knowles Chapel. Visitation will begin at 2:30p.m.

Norbert Otto Kay, Sr. of Sabinal passed away on July 4, 2017 at Kindred Medical Hospital in San Antonio at the age of 74. He was born on April 1, 1943 in Charlotte, Texas to Johnie Elmo and Frances Geraldine (Johnson) Kay, Sr. He married Calladonia Anderson on November 13, 1965 in San Antonio. He is survived by his wife of 51 years of Sabinal; sons, Norbert Kay, Jr. and Sean Kay both of Sabinal; sisters, Noreen Scrivner and husband, James of Ballnger, Texas and Jeanie Walters of San Antonio, Texas; brothers, Johnie Elmo Kay, Jr. and wife Sharon of San Antonio and Gerald Kay and wife, Carol of Sabinal. He was preceded in death by his parents. Cremation is under the direction of Rushing-EstesKnowles Mortuary.

Sabinal EMS, Inc. has received the following memorials: In memory of Charles McFarland: James Kincaid- Sabinal, Texas Charles and Mary Bates- San Antonio, Texas In memory of Phyliss White: Charles and Mary Bates- San Antonio, Texas Memorial contributions are used for equipment and technology advancements.

Contributions may be sent to: Sabinal EMS, Inc. PO BOX 104 Sabinal, Texas 78881

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

near Berlin. Betsie suffered and died there on December 16, 1944. Corrie miraculously survived and in her book entitled The Hiding Place, she tells her inspiring story about the power of forgiveness. The depth of what she learned is seen in quotes such as this one; “You can never learn that Christ is all you need, until Christ is all you have.”

The evil horrors of the holocaust are beyond comprehension and a sad reminder of the fallen state of mankind. When Corrie and Betsy were struggling to stay alive with sleeping on lice infested straw and nothing to eat but a small amount of bread and water each day, she tells of a particular prison guard that was cruel to them and how these nightmares haunted and tortured her soul. When Germany surrendered the war, Corrie was finally released and after regaining her health, she began traveling around the world giving her testimony for Jesus. Another of her popular declarations is, “Love is the strongest force in the world” (especially when we include our enemies). It was now 1947 and she had been invited to a large gathering in Munich to share with a devastated country how God desires that we let go of the resentment and forgive each

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Sacred Heart of Mary Catholic Church 401 N Hwy 377 P O Box 877 Rocksprings, TX 78880 830.683.2165 Mass: 9:00am Sunday

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Reál County Church 121 Oak Hill Ste. 4 Leakey, Texas Sunday School: 10:00am Worship: 11:00am

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

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

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

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In Loving Memory of: Ronald McCauley Given by: Linda & Billy Joe Brice Deann & David Crews In Loving Memory: Sam Flanagan Given by: David & Patricia Kapavik

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A True Account of Faith and Forgiveness For those of you that have never heard of a woman named Corrie Ten Boom and her remarkable family, it is truly a heart-breaking account of courage and sacrifice. We begin our story with Cornelia (nicknamed Corrie) who was born in Haarlem, Netherlands, in 1892. She was raised in a devoted Christian atmosphere and lived in a large house above her father’s business where he was a jeweler and watch maker. This loving family believed in demonstrating their spiritual convictions by offering shelter, food and help to anyone in need. They also held a deep respect for the Jewish community in Amsterdam, considering them precious in God’s sight and during World War II, actually participated in an underground organization that secretly hid hundreds of Jews to protect them from arrest by Nazi authorities. Within their home, they built false walls, and alarm systems, but eventually were betrayed by one of their Dutch neighbors. Unfortunately, all ten of the family members were incarcerated, including Corrie’s 84-year-old father, who soon died in the Scheveningen prison, located near The Hague.

Corrie and her sister Betsie were taken to the notorious Ravensbrück concentration camp,

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by William F. Holland Jr., DD.,C.ED.D. Minister/Chaplain

other. Her message was centered on confessing our sins, and as we forgive, God is faithful to forgive us and begin the healing process. She said it was common to have auditoriums filled with solemn faces and when dismissed they would not say anything and quietly leave.

She had just finished speaking when she saw a balding, heavyset man in a gray overcoat working his way toward her and then it was instantly clear, this was the evil guard from the concentration camp. He did not recognize her, and exclaimed, “What a fine message you have spoken fräulein” as he stretched out his hand.

He joyfully confirmed how good it is to know that our sins are washed away forever. She literally felt paralyzed as it seemed the entire world had stopped. Emotionally confused, she fumbled with her pockets and stared at the floor as her mind flashed back to the piles of dirty clothes on the floor and the shame of her and Betsy standing naked in front of him as he mocked and slapped them with his leather crop. He spoke up again and said she had mentioned Ravensbrück

and that he had been a guard there, but since that time, he had become a Christian and now believes that God has forgiven him for the cruel things he did there. Again, the hand came out as he boldly asked, “Will you please forgive me?”

She admits this was gut wrenching but placing all of her trust in God, she followed the Biblical command, grabbed his hand and said yes, with all of her heart. Her words are remembered; “Forgiveness is the key that unlocks the door of resentment and the handcuffs of hatred. It is the power that breaks the chains of bitterness and the shackles of selfishness.”

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

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Wednesday, July 26, 2017 SAN ANTONIO— A San Antonio police officer removes crime scene tape from near the area where eight people were found dead in a tractor-trailer loaded with multiple others, outside a Walmart store in stifling summer heat in what police are calling a horrific human trafficking case, Sunday, July 23, 2017, in San Antonio.

Nine immigrants have died after they were trapped inside a tractor-trailer at a Walmart parking lot, officials confirmed Sunday afternoon.

Several people are still in critical condition at local hospitals. Eight immigrants were found dead inside the closed trailer just after midnight Saturday.

More than two dozen others, the only ones left of the estimated 100 who started the trip, were taken to area hospitals, many in serious to critical condition due to the heat. Law enforcement is at the scene where people were discovered inside a tractor trailer in a Walmart parking lot at IH35 South and Palo Alto Road, Sunday, July 23, 2017. Reports say that 8 were dead including two children and several were transported to area hospitals.

Seventeen were with life threatening injuries. The driver of the vehicle, 60-yearold James M. Bradley Jr. of Florida, was booked into a federal jail in San Antonio on Sunday morning for his alleged role in what U.S. Attorney Richard Durbin called “an alien smuggling venture gone horribly wrong.”

The truck was parked at a back corner of the Walmart parking lot at 8538 S. Interstate 35 and Texas 16 on the Southwest Side at least since Saturday evening.

G-20 summit protesters clash with police.

At least 76 police officers were injured when violent protesters clashed with police on Thursday in the streets of Hamburg, Germany, where this week’s G-20 summit is set to take place, police said.

Three of the officers are being treated at the hospital, police said. One of the injured officers suffered an eye wound after a firecracker exploded in their face.

In addition, a police officer and one official were attacked near a fish market in the St. Pauli neighborhood, Hamburg police said in a press release. The two were able to escape in a rescue vehicle and were not injured, according to police.

WASHINGTON — With a razor-thin margin for success in the balance, Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz. — recently diagnosed with an aggressive brain tumor — will return to Washington Tuesday to take a critical vote on health care. “Sena-

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tor McCain looks forward to returning to the United States Senate tomorrow to continue working on important legislation, including health care reform, the National Defense Authorization Act, and new sanctions on Russia, Iran and North Korea,” McCain’s office said in a statement Monday.

JERUSALEM — After days of violent protests, bloodshed and a diplomatic crisis with Jordan over the placement of metal detectors at the entrances to the Aqsa Mosque Compound in Jerusalem’s Old City, the Israeli government said early Tuesday it would remove them.

The turnabout came after a day of intense

complain they lack independence to do their jobs, officials say. The clash between internationalists urging the traditional U.S. leadership role in the world and advocates of an “America First” approach has worn down foreign policy and intelligence professionals inside the government, according to the officials. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson has told friends he will be lucky to last a year in his job, according to a friend, while two officials said national security adviser H.R. McMaster was frustrated by what he sees as disorganization and indiscipline on key policy issues inside the White House.

MICROCHIPS—Some workers at a company in Wisconsin will soon be getting microchips in order to enter the office, log into computers and even buy a snack or two with just a swipe of the hand. Todd Westby, the CEO of tech company Three Square Market, told ABC News today that of the 80 employees at the company’s River Falls headquarters, more than 50 had agreed to get implants. Westby said, however, that participation was not required. The microchip uses RFID -- radio frequency identification -- technology and was approved by the Food and Drug Administration in 2004. It is the size of a grain of

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discussions between leaders of Israel and Jordan, the custodian of the shrine, and with American mediation. It also occurred hours after the end of a standoff prompted by a confrontation at the Israeli Embassy in Amman, Jordan, that led to the deaths of two Jordanians.

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Frustration is mounting among leading foreign policy officials in President Donald Trump’s administration as they chafe at some policy and bureaucratic defeats and

rice and will be placed between the thumb and forefinger. Westby said that when his team was initially approached with the idea, there was some reluctance mixed with excitement. But, after more details were released and conversations were had, the majority of managers were on board and opted to partner with BioHax International to get the microchips.

SEAWORLD—The last killer whale born in captivity under SeaWorld’s former orca-breeding program died Monday at the company’s San Antonio park, SeaWorld said. Veterinarians were treating 3-month-old Kyara for an infection last weekend, but her health continued to decline, the Orlando-based company said in a news release. “Kyara had a tremendous impact on the entire zoological team, not to mention all of the guests that had the chance to see her,” San Antonio trainer Julie Sigman said in a statement.

“The heart and support that has gone into caring for her throughout Takara’s pregnancy until today has been amazing. As animal caregivers we dedicate our lives to these animals, and this loss will be felt throughout the entire SeaWorld family.”

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PIONEER REAL ESTATE

Shirley Shandley, Broker 698 Highway 83 South * Office 830-232-6422 · #8 – New Listing! 3/2 Home on 1.97 AC, large game room, barn & storage bldg., fenced backyard, fronts FM 1120 $279,000 · #9 – New Listing! 370.79 AC Real Co. Ideal hunting property, Rock House w/fireplace, well w/50,000 gal. storage tank, barns, pens, Co. Rd. access, Sika, Fallow, Axis, Elk, Black Buck Antelope $2656 Per AC · #12 – New Listing! Frio Riverfront – 3/2 Home perfect for entertaining on 1.81 AC, large deck shaded by huge oaks, both sides Frio River + adjoins 20 AC private river park $389,000 · #33 – MOTIVATED SELLER! 3/2/2 Exceptionally Neat & well maintained home on 1.3 AC, high ceilings, fenced, workshop, landscaped $219,000 REDUCED! · #3 – New Listing! 5.07 AC+/- Concan, Uvalde Co., remote homesite, heavily treed, 1.4 miles off Hwy 127 $29,000 · #11 – New Listing! 429.14 AC Edwards Co. private & secluded with space for hunting, hiking & other recreational activities. Free roaming wildlife, nice elevation changes & covered in native vegetation $579,336 · #6 – 55.38 AC Hunting Ranch NW Real Co. easy access from I-10, fronts Hwy 41, Cabin w/electricity $185,523 · #37 – Waterfront furnished cabin, all utilities + well house/utility room w/washer/dryer, freezer, refrigerator, Kawasaki Mule, paddle boat $224,000 · #10 – 6.10 Fenced AC, Cabin with spectacular views from front porch, dbl carport, RV with covered deck, minutes to Garner SP & Frio River $224,950 · #15 – Frio River Access at private park – Pretty 1.68 Ac lot, water & electric available, views, RV storage, short walk to river $115,000 · #4 – 5.74 AC off scenic RR 337, several bldg. sites, fencing, low taxes, sensible restrictions, great views $48,000 · #36 – 9.3 AC Homesite in gated community West of Leakey, water, electric, beautiful views, possible owner terms $108,600 · #26 – 1.87 AC Private Frio River Park Access – RiverTree, gated community, water/electric available (Owner/Assoc. Broker) $75,000

· #5 – Concan 3/2 Home Canyon Oaks, restricted Frio River access at private river park, rental income possibility $217,000 · #32 – 27.22 AC+/- off Hwy 41 with plenty of cover & numerous oaks, lots of wildlife in area, electricity close $90,000 · #7 – 90.87 AC+/- off RR 337, cabin, well, electric, septic, storage bldg., 2 RV hookups, Axis, Whitetail, Sika $515,000 · #42 – Gorgeous Frio Riverfront – 4/3.5 home on 3.54 AC, covered porches, fenced yard, cabana overlooking river $595,000 · #45 - Sabinal Riverfront Lot, Hwy 187 front, Utopia, joins #46 (Owner/Agent) $75,000 · #46 – Fronts Sabinal River & Hwy 187 just outside Utopia, metal 2 car storage bldg., joins #45 (Owner/ Agent) $85,000 · #30 – Nueces River Access 4.56 AC water & elect. avail., septic installed. Bldg site w/view of hills, gated community $90,000 · #1 – 6.57 AC fronts Wilson Creek, water well, electric, septic, caliche pad, 30 amp RV hook-up, spectacular views! $139,000 · #29 – 3.58 AC N. of Leakey, fronts Hwy 83, water & electric available, nice views $99,999 · #31 – 7 AC Hillside views, 3/2 Home overlooking spring-fed lake which is part of 50 AC park for Roaring Springs $199,000 · #28 – Prime Frio River tract, Frio Vista #7, Cypress trees, N. of Leakey 1.26 AC (Owner/Broker) $275,000 · #57 – 1.07 AC Concan adjacent & access to community clubhouse/swim pool, water system, underground utilities, paved street (Owner/Broker) $49,500 · #13 – 4.40 AC between Garner SP & Concan, water & electric available, access to club house w/pool $55,500 · #56 – Lot 27 VV 1.08 AC, gated community near Garner State Park, underground water & elect. $49,500 · #77 – Lot 57 VV 1.01 AC, elect. & water, gated, area access to clubhouse w/swim pool $39,500 · #44 – 5.601 AC Sabinal Riverfront, huge Cypress Trees, beautiful view of river, gated community (Owner/ Agent) $215,000 PENDING

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KICKAPOO CAVERN STATE PARK •Camping •Picnicking •Hiking •Mountain Biking •Cave Tours •Bat Flight Viewing

Located 23 miles north of Brackettville, Kickapoo Cavern State Park offers a wide range of sights and activities.

Its mixed habitats are home to a variety of wildlife, including 240 species of birds and a migrant bat population in Stuart Bat Cave. Activities include camping, hiking, biking, wildlife watching, and guided tours of Kickapoo Cavern every Saturday.

Guided Tours for Kickapoo Cavern: Reservations Required Call 830-563-2342 Cost: $10/person plus park entrance fee of $3.

No children under 5 years of age in Cavern.

ANNOUNCING THE HCH RECIPE CONTEST Beginning July 15, 2017 and ending November 15, 2017 the Hill Country Herald will be sponsoring a recipe contest. If chosen your recipe will be featured in the Hill Country Herald Newspaper and in the Hill Country Herald Recipe Book which will be available in January of 2018!

RULES 1. All submissions must be typed and submitted by email to: emcarnegie1956@gmail.com.

2. We encourage you to tell us about your recipe. Tell us for instance: It is your favorite recipe because your grandmother made it every Thanksgiving. Then tell us about Thanksgiving with Grandma!

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Send pictures. We want as many recipes and experiences from local residents, long time tourists or new visitors as we can get! But more importantly, we want the story of the recipe. We want our Hill Country Recipe Book to be representative of all the People who read our paper!

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We will not, of course be able to choose every recipe, but if you’re your recipe and story are chosen, they will be featured in the Hill Country Herald Newspaper and in the Hill Country Recipe Book that will be available online and at the Newspaper Office in January 2018.

GRANNY’S KITCHEN BACK TO BASICS..PERFECT SALADS FOR HOT WEATHER One of the best parts of summer is the availability of fresh ingredients. Farmer’s market and greens that are in our own gardens. There is nothing like a garden ripened tomato or a fresh carrot right out of the ground. Many people have forgotten the goodness of “home grown goodness.” Here are some recipes that will help you remember!

FRESH GREENS SALAD WITH BASIL MINT VINAIGRETTE

Delightfully fresh summer vinaigrette.

Course Salad dressing 1/3 cup fresh basil, packed 20 good sized leaves 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves, packed 15 to 20 leaves 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil 2 tbsp lemon juice 1 clove garlic 1/4 tsp kosher salt Place all ingredients into a small food processor and run until finely chopped. Add vinaigrette to a bowl of greens and vegetables for a family sized tossed salad, or add 2 to 2 1/2 tablespoons to an individual salad.

Recipe Notes* The salad I made consisted of leafy greens, sliced strawberries, toasted walnuts, sliced red onion and a little chopped green onion.

FRESH ASIAN SESAME SALAD

4 cups shredded napa cabbage 1 cup shredded red cabbage 2/3 cup P.F. Chang’s® Sesame Sauce 1 cup shredded carrot 1 cup thinly sliced red bell pepper 1 cup matchstick cut English cucumber, unpeeled 1 cup frozen shelled edamame, cooked and cooled 1/2 cup crunchy wonton strips 1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions (scallions) 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro 1 tablespoon thinly sliced fresh mint leaves 1 tablespoon thinly sliced fresh Thai basil 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds Stir together napa cabbage, red cabbage and 1/3 cup sesame sauce in large bowl. Place cabbage on serving platter. Top with carrot, bell pepper, cucumber, edamame, green onion and wonton strips. Sprinkle with herbs, green onion and sesame seeds. Drizzle with remaining 1/3 cup sauce. Serve immediately, present platter and toss just before enjoying. TIPS*Salad will be lightly dressed, add additional sesame sauce for even more flavor. Add cooked chicken, shrimp or salmon for a complete meal. If Thai Basil isn’t available in your market, you can substitute regular basil. Look for wonton strips with the salad toppings in the produce section.

AVOCADO CORN SALAD

Try this tempting Avocado Corn Salad recipe that is loaded with zesty spices and ripe tomatoes that comes together in minutes. Recipe developed by Billy Parisi.

3 cups frozen or canned whole kernel corn, drained 1/2 tablespoon chili powder 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 cup diced red onion 3 large avocados, pitted, peeled, and diced 1 (28 oz) can Ro*Tel® Mild Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies, drained 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1/2 tablespoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

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1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Stir together corn, chili powder and olive oil in a medium bowl. Spread the mixture evenly across the parchment paper.

Bake for 10 minutes and cool immediately. Transfer the corn to a large serving bowl and toss it together with the red onions, avocados, tomatoes, lime juice, salt, pepper and cilantro. Chill before serving.

HEALTHY ZOODLES

1 medium zucchini , spiraled into noodles 2/3 cup frozen peas 10 grape tomatoes , halved 3 tbsp basil pesto , (I used Kirkland brand from Cost-co) 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes grated Parmesan cheese if desired ring 2 quarts of water to a boil in a sauce pan and add the zucchini and peas. Boil for 2 minutes then strain to remove the water. Place vegetables back in the sauce pan and add pesto, salt and red pepper flakes, stirring to combine. Finally, add the tomatoes and lightly toss to combine.

Serve hot and add a small bit of grated Parmesan if desired

FRESH RASPBERRY CREAM DESSERT

Perfect dessert for a summertime picnic.

Crust 1 1/2 cups Graham cracker crumbs 12 whole crackers 5 tbsp melted butter 1 tbsp sugar 1/8 tsp salt Cheese filling 8 oz. cream cheese room temperature 1/4 cup powdered sugar 1 tsp vanilla Raspberries 12 oz. fresh raspberries about 3 cups 2 cups water 2 tbsp sugar 3 oz. raspberry Jello package 1 tbsp cornstarch Instructions Crust Preheat oven to 350°.

Mix crust ingredients well in a medium sized bowl. Pour into an 8X8 inch pyrex baking dish and press to level. I used the bottom of a 1/4 cup metal measure to even the crust.

Place the baking dish into the oven for 12 minutes until the crust just starts to brown. Remove and place on a rack to cool. Cheese filling-Wash and dry the bowl you previously used and add cheese, sugar and vanilla. Use a spatula to fully combine. Place cheese on top of the cooled crust and use a small offset spreader or small spatula to spread evenly. Raspberries Place half the raspberries in a small sauce pan with 1/2 cup water. Bring to boil and stir to break down the raspberries, 5 minutes.

Use a fine strainer to strain the liquid from the seeds and pulp. Use a spatula to press most of the raspberry liquid into a bowl. Discard the seeds and pulp, clean the sauce pan and add the raspberry liquid back. Add 2 tbsp sugar and bring to a boil.

Dissolve 1 tbsp cornstarch in 2 or 3 tbsp. cold water, then add to the pan with the raspberry liquid.

Boil stirring until thickened and reduced some. 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and cool.

In a small sauce pan, boil 1 cup of water, take off the heat and add the 3 oz. of jello powder. Stir to fully dissolve then add 1/2 cup cold water and set aside to cool.

Pour the cooled raspberry sauce onto the cheese filling and tilt around to fully coat.

Arrange the remaining raspberries on the raspberry sauce then carefully add the cooled jello so as not to disrupt the raspberry sauce layer.

Place into the refrigerator for 3 to 4 hours until the jello is set.

Recipe Notes - The entire recipe from start until the dish is put into the refrigerator takes about 2 1/2 hours, allowing for 1 1/2 hours of cooling.

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A LOOK BACK - THE 1970’S The 1970s were a tumultuous time. The decade was in some ways, a continuation of the 1960s, yet in some ways, the teens of the 1970’s were a little lost. They were not of the 1960’s and they could not go back to the 1950’s although people began in this decade to reminisce about the “Good Old Days” …

Women, African Americans, Native Americans, and other marginalized people continued their fight for equality, and many Americans joined the protest against the ongoing war in Vietnam.

In other ways, however, the decade was a rejection of the 1960s.

A “New Right” mobilized in defense of political conservatism and traditional family roles, and the behavior of President Richard Nixon undermined many people’s faith in the good intentions of the federal government.

By the end of the decade, these divisions and disappointments had set a tone for public life that many would argue is still with us today. Many Americans, particularly working class and middle-class whites, responded to the turbulence of the late 1960s–the urban riots, the antiwar protests, the alienating counterculture–by embracing a new kind of conservative populism. Sick of what they interpreted as spoiled hippies and whining protestors, tired of an interfering government that, in their view, coddled poor people and black people at taxpayer expense, these individuals formed what political strategists called a “silent majority.”

This silent majority swept President Richard Nixon into office in 1968.

The 1970s energy crisis was a period when the major industrial countries of the world, particularly the United States, Canada, Western Europe, Japan, Australia, and New Zealand, faced substantial petroleum shortages, real and perceived, as well as elevated prices. Although there were genuine concerns with supply, part of the run-up in prices resulted from the perception of a crisis.

The combination of stagnant growth and price inflation during this era led to the coinage of the term stagflation.

1970’s New Right conservatives resented and resisted what they saw as government meddling. For example, they fought against high taxes, environmental regulations, highway speed limits, national park policies in the West (the so-called “Sagebrush Rebel-

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lion”) and affirmative action and school desegregation plans. Proposition 13 referendum–“a primal scream by The People against Big Government,” said The New York Times–tried to limit the size of government by restricting the amount of property tax that the state could collect from individual homeowners.)

In some ways, though, 1960s liberalism continued to flourish.

For example, the crusade to protect the environment from all sorts of assaults–toxic industrial waste in places like Love Canal, New York; dangerous meltdowns at nuclear power plants such as the one at Three Mile Island in Pennsylvania; highways through city neighborhoods–really took off during the 1970s. Americans celebrated the first Earth Day in 1970, and Congress passed the National Environmental Policy Act that same year. The Clean Air Act and the Clean Water Act followed two years later. The oil crisis of the late 1970s drew further attention to the issue of conservation. By then, environmentalism was so mainstream that the U.S. Forest Service’s Woodsy Owl interrupted Saturday morning cartoons to

“It is unconscionable that public entities would collect dues and PAC funds from their employees to fund unions that turn around and use that money to lobby the public entity and elect public servants. If unions cannot survive without public assistance, it is because the union is not adding value for its members. The practice of public entities collecting union dues must be stopped.” - Jon Fisher, President, Associated Builders and Contractors of Texas.

“We know that those funds are used to push policies that undermine job providers in Texas, and in some cases, used to fund campaigns against individual businesses. Our NFIB/Texas small business members are already at a disadvantage when it comes to burdensome regulations. We don’t need our government giving labor unions even more of a leg up.

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In 1972, after years of campaigning by feminists, Congress approved the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) to the Constitution, which reads: “Equality of rights under the law shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any state on account of sex.” It seemed that the Amendment would pass easily. Twentytwo of the necessary 38 states ratified it right away, and the remaining states seemed close behind. However, the ERA alarmed many conservative activists, who feared that it would undermine traditional gender roles. These activists mobilized against the Amendment and managed to defeat it. In 1977, Indiana became the 35th–and last–state to ratify the ERA. When the United States invaded Cambodia in 1970, hundreds of thousands of protestors clogged city streets and shut down college campuses. On May 4, National Guardsmen shot four student demonstrators at an antiwar rally at Kent State University in Ohio.

Ten days later, police officers killed two black student protestors at Mississippi’s Jackson State University.

Members of Congress tried to limit the president’s power by revoking the Gulf of Tonkin resolution authorizing the use of military force in Southeast Asia, but Nixon simply ignored them. Even after The New York Times published the Pentagon Papers, which called the government’s justifications for war into question, the bloody and inconclusive conflict continued.

American troops did not leave the region until 1973.

After Watergate, people withdrew from politics altogether. They turned instead to pop culture which was easy to do in such a trend-laden, fadhappy decade. In general, by the end of the decade, many young people were using their freedom to simply do as they pleased: to wear what they wanted, to grow their hair long, listened to 8-track tapes of Jackson Browne, Olivia Newton-John. They made latch-hook rugs and macramé, took up racquetball and yoga, read “I’m OK, You’re OK” and “The Joy of Sex,” and smoked even more pot than they had in the 1960s.

Governor Abbott Announces Growing Support For Legislation Prohibiting Use Of Taxpayer Dollars To Collect Union Dues AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott today announced that his call for legislation that prohibits both state and local governments from deducting union dues from public employees’ paychecks is generating growing support across Texas. Prohibiting the use of taxpayer dollars to fund the collection of union dues is part of the Governor’s 20-item agenda for the ongoing special legislative session.

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We applaud the Governor for standing up for small business and working to preserve the Texas business-friendly environment for all.” - Annie Spilman, Legislative Director, National Federation of Independent Business - Texas “The state of Texas currently collects membership dues for private organizations such as labor unions.

This is not an appropriate role of government and we are proud to stand alongside Governor Abbott to remove state government from this practice in the upcoming special session.” - Jerome Greener, State Director, Americans for Prosperity – TX ”Despite Texas being a Right to Work state, the Foundation’s research has identified numerous state policies that favor unions over workers, employers, and taxpayers – including allowing state and local governments to serve as dues collectors for unions.

This is not the proper role of government and Texas should join with other states that have prohibited this and require unions make private arrangements with their members like most other organizations.”

- Bill Peacock, Vice President of Research, Texas Public Policy Foundation

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EMPLOYMENT 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 Temporary Full-Time Receptionist Professional Administrative support needed at Big Springs Ranch for Children. Must be able to professionally answer multiple line phones, appropriately direct clients and perform clerical functions. Computer skills needed in Word and Excel. Must be at least 21. This position will start July 10.

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Teachers wanted. Sabinal ISD values their teachers as we are one of the top paying school districts in our Region, and we are competitive across the State regardless of size of district. Pay range: $41,407- $62,488, depending on assignment. Our teachers enjoy well behaved students, strong administrative and board support and small 12:1 class size.

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NEW LISTINGS PRICE REDUCED!!! Three bed-room 2 1⁄2 bath home outside the city limits on 1.74 acres. Home is in like new condition and features a covered deck and a detached workshop. City water. Huge oak trees provide a lot of shade for the beautiful yard. $189,000.

Three bed-room 2 bath riverfront home on the Frio River.

Four decks to choose from when you want to drink coffee and listen to the river. $425,000.

Three bed-room two bath home with approximately 2,223 square feet, on 45 acres, close to town, yet private. Other improvements include a large barn. $579,000.

Three bed-room one bath log home on 28 acres, approximately 11 miles south of Utopia. Extensive frontage on Highway 187. Won’t last long at $305,000.

Two bed-room one bath home in Leakey, located on corner lot and walking distance to schools. $129,900.

Cabin #9 in Frio Pecan Farm. Great Income producing property. Two bed-room 2 bath cabin fully furnished and with all the amenities offered by the Pecan Farm for only $155,000.

190 acres on the Nueces River with no restrictions! Dam on river provides great fishing and swimming! Primary dwelling is a 2 bedroom, 2 bath home with a covered porch. Improvements also include a guest house and workshop. Two large springs on site feed the river. Indian mounds and pecan trees all along the river banks. Great rolling topography. $1,699,000.

Three bed-room 2 bath modern brick home on 3.25 acres just outside Sabinal, Texas. Two large outbuildings consisting of an equipment shed and a workshop. Plenty of room for a garden or a 4-H project. Approximately 2 miles to town. $225,000.

COMMERCIAL Established Auto Parts Store located in the heart of Leakey.

Well established, great business in a great location. $259,000 plus inventory!

PRICE REDUCED! OWNER FINANCING OPPORTUNITY! Looking for an established business in the Frio Canyon. Now you can own the Leakey Beverage Barn.

Best location in town right across the street from Stripes.

This is a well-established money maker! $295,000.

Like new office building on the south side of town, where all the new development is happening. Great access and visibility from Highway 83. A rock fireplace in the reception area adds to the rustic ambience this building provides.

Sit outside in the morning and drink coffee on the huge covered front porch. $250,000.

OAKRIDGE LODGE AND CABIN located in the RIDGE. The main lodge features over 4300 feet of centrally heated and cooled area that is configured to sleep up to 30 guests.

The property also features a detached cabin that sleeps an additional 10 guests. This is the best income producer in the Frio Canyon. An in ground pool and outdoor fireplace adds to the ambience, or relax on the upper deck and watch the sun go down. This property commands approximately $1,000 per night and is on track for 100 nights this year.

This is the investment you’ve been looking for. Call today for a showing.

Like new retail building located along Highway 83, close to Stripes with great visibility and easy access. Has a history of successful operations. This is the first building on the left that you see when you enter Leakey from the south.

Over 2,000 sf of building area situated on a highly visible one-acre tract on Highway 83. $275,000.

LAND 5-acre river front tract in Rancho Real. Great building site with beautiful river frontage. Go to sleep at night listening to the water running over the rapids. Only $119,000.

Great hunting tract with good building sites in Rancho

Real. Outstanding views! Ideal for hunting, camping, or just relaxing. Short drive to black top. 16 acres for $66,000.

2.467 acres located on east prong of the Frio River.

Approximately 156 feet of river frontage lined with huge Cypress Trees. Highway 83 frontage makes access easy.

Property could be placed in rental pool. $255,000.

Great building site in Frio Canyon Estates, right behind Old Baldy! This subdivision features a beautiful river park for all property owners. One acre for $49,500.

Great hunting tract in Leakey Hills. 31 acres with easy access and favorable topography. Two ground blinds and feeders, RV, all for only $99,000.

PRICE REDUCED! 14 acres of Cypress lined Mill Creek in close proximity to Lost Maples State Park. Great for gentleman’s estate building along the bank of the creek.

Good tillable soil that is perfect for vineyard. Extensive black top frontage with “live” water and excellent topography.

PRICE REDUCED!!! 5-acre tract in the Ridge. Great building site, access to river park, paved roads, security gate, TCEQ approved water system, only $92,000.

Beautiful home site in Frio River Place. Gated community, sensible restrictions, beautiful river park, parking area for owner’s RV, priced right at $75,000.

BEAUTIFUL RIVER FRONT TRACT, this 5 acre building site on the Frio River can be yours today! Huge cypress trees line this blue water hole that is teeming with fish.

Fronts on Highway 83 and the Frio River, private, yet close to town. Good restrictions, beautiful building site overlooking the river. It just doesn’t get any better than this!!! Price Reduced to $299,900 THE RIDGE-Experience the Texas hill country at its finest w/ private access to your own beautiful Frio River park w/BBQ pavilion. Underground utilities WITH TCEQ APPROVED WATER SYSTEM, paved roads, security gate, free roaming wildlife, hiking, biking & much more!

This restricted subdivision offers 5 acre tracts of peaceful solitude that are beautiful building sites for your dream home, retirement, or vacation get-away. B&B allowed. Call for a showing or take a drive out 4 mi. south on RR 1120.

Prices start at $99,500 RESIDENTIAL Four bedroom 3 bath home on 6.88 acres just outside D’Hanis Texas. Great home with plenty of space for a garden or orchard. Barn in the back yard complete with storage area and a smoke house. Private but close to town. Easy commute to Hondo or San Antonio. Priced at $269,000.

Beautiful one bedroom one bath cabin in Reagan Wells.

Great rock patio and huge wood deck. Mature live oaks, over 100 acres of common area for property owners in this development. This can be your private get away in the woods. $139,000.

PRICE REDUCED!!! Like new home in the heart of Leakey. Three bedroom two baths with approximately 1640 sf of centrally heated and cooled area. Walking distance to the banks, restaurants, grocery store, and the court house. All this for just $179,000.

PRICE REDUCED!!! This is turnkey, and ready for you!

Approximately 176 feet of river frontage and a home in Frio River Place. Beautiful cypress lined private swimming hole in addition to subdivision park, three bedrooms and three full baths in main house, with guest quarters complete with a full bath. Lots of storage space, huge covered patio to watch the sun go down over the river, black top frontage. Close to Garner, Con Can, and Leakey, yet quiet and peaceful. $549,900.

RIVERTREE! Two story log home nestled beneath huge Pecan trees. Walking distance to the river, 3 bedrooms, 3 bath, vaulted ceiling and wrap around porch. $329,900.

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

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

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Marilyn’s

In the old Legion Hall 4,000 square feet!

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

WE HAVE A GREAT SELECTION AND GREAT PRICES!

BAR STOOLS * MATTRESSES * SOFAS * RECLINERS

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

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

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

Directions to Utopia Golf Course

Utopia Golf is located in the Sabinal Canyon near the town of Utopia, Texas, in Uvalde County. The front gate is located on Hwy. 187, one mile south of Utopia. Two popular state parks - Garner State Park and Lost Maples State Park - are less than a 16 mile drive away. We are 30 miles from Bandera, 18 miles from Sabinal, 22 miles from Concan or Leakey, and 42 miles from Uvalde. Come visit us!

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

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FUNDRAISER AT MILL CREEK CAFE LEAKEY, TEXAS

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