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Tri-Canyon’s Only Weekly Newspaper! Vol. 9 No. 27
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FOR REAL COUNTY WHAT DOES THE UNITED STATES NATIONAL ANTHEM MEAN? ............................ Page 4
LOCAL HORSE CLUB PLAYNIGHTS
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NRA/Leakey Wastewater Project June Progress Report
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JULY JUBILEE HERE WE COME! LET’S RODEO Are you ready to Rodeo? We are!! Come out to the Real County Junior Horse Club arena, North of Leakey, for the Best Rodeo in South Texas! Friday Night and Saturday Night July 6th and 7th at 8 p.m. both nights. Saturday night after the bullriding, don’t miss the wildest show on foot. Our local RopeWyld Productions will have a goat roping, if you swing a rope and have never roped a goat, it’s a bucket list item! Do it Now! If you have never seen goat roping, it’s a must see! Don’t miss the Frio Canyon
Chamber of Commerce Annual Patriotic Parade Saturday July 7th at 10 a.m., get there early to get a good spot. After the parade enjoy Arts and Crafts and awesome food on the Square in Downtown, Leakey, Texas. Each year the little quaint town of Leakey swells to several thousands visitors. Come and join us for lots of fun, food and excitement. The Real County Junior Horse Club has hosted the Annual July Jubilee rodeo for the past 42 years and with your support will continue for another 40 more!
Water News and Drought Conditions As I check the forecast, I see that we have a few very slight chances for showers over the next week to ten days and the temperatures will hover around the century mark over this same period. The rivers flows have dropped to levels that are not good for floating (lots of walking) and with no rainfall this downward trend will continue. A word of caution if you do go floating stay in the river channel with the moving water, stay out of the stagnant warm water pools; these are the breeding grounds for bacteria that can give you all kinds of bladder infections or other such illnesses. June rainfall totals at my office are 0.0”. The overcast days have been helpful but lack of moisture have set the area up like a tinder box just waiting for that first spark. We have quite a fuel load with the spring rain and we know the heat of Texas in July and August is here for a while. Lawns do not need to be watered every day, every
third or fourth day is sufficient to keep the lawn green and growing. Watering the lawn on a daily basis sets you up
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CDC Urges Public To Start The Conversation About Sepsis ............................ Page 11
INDEX Legals/Jail Register ... . Page 3Community News ......... Page 4-6 Feature Story ................ Page 7 Community Events.........Page 8-9 Obituaries ...................... Page 10 Classifieds ..................... Page 14
Today’s Weather
High: 98° Low: 69°
by Joel Pigg, General Manager-RECRD
for disease issues and shallow rooting which makes your lawn more apt to be harmed by the heat. Apply enough water
to wet soil to a depth of 4-6 inches. After watering your lawn, determine the depth the water reaches by using a soil probe or screwdriver. Even during the hottest months, one inch of water per week is usually adequate. Stress for your lawn is natural, especially during the summer. When your lawn is ready for water, it will have a grayish cast and footprints will remain in the turf. Wait for these signs of stress to appear before watering. Avoid watering on windy days, and only water in the early morning or late evening to reduce evaporation. According to the U.S. Drought Monitor Real County is in the Moderate to Severe Drought Stage as of June 26th when the last report came out, I think with the high winds we have been experiencing over the last two weeks we are in the Severe to Extreme Stage. Please be cautious when at the river or cooking out over the 4th of July Holiday and continue to pray for rain.
Breshears Graduates Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training
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July 4, 2018
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2nd Lt. Michael A Breshears in his flight gear about to enter the cockpit of the T-38. Photographed at ENJJPT, Sheppard AFB, Texas.
2nd Lieutenant Michael A. Breshears, 24, of Leakey, Texas, graduated from Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training (ENJJPT) on Friday, June 29, 2018. In addition, Lt. Breshears was given two awards at the graduation ceremony. The first was the Distinguished Graduate Award, for a combination of high academic scores and performance during daily flights. The second was the Flying Excellence Award, in recognition for above average performance and flying skill. Both awards were presented by Col. Andrea Themely, Commander of the 80th Flying Training Wing. Michael’s military wings were pinned on by his friend and mentor Lt Col. Michael “Bones” McCoy, Texas Air National Guard (Ret.). ENJJPT is an intensive 55-week training course designed to train fighter pilots for NATO alliance. Participating countries include Germany, Italy, Norway, Turkey, and Greece, among others. Student pilots at ENJJPT first learn to fly in the T-6 Texan II, and
then move on to the T-38 Talon, the only Mach 1 capable jet trainer in the world. The curriculum includes basic aircraft handling, instrument flying, 4-ship formation flying, and tactical low-level navigation. Michael is the son of CA and Caroline Breshears of Leakey, and brother to Sara Breshears of Lubbock, Texas. He is the grandson of Carol Cocke Hoff of Rio Frio, all of whom attended his graduation from ENJJPT. He is the grandson of the late Michael S. Hoff of Houston and the late Cecil and Florence Breshears of Leakey. Lt. Breshears graduated from Leakey ISD in 2011, and received his BS in Aeronautical Science from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in May of 2015. He received his commission as 2nd Lieutenant in the US Air Force / South Dakota Air National Guard in March of 2017. Following his graduation, Lt. Breshears will be moving to Tucson, AZ to complete follow-on training in the F-16 Fighting Falcon.
LEAKEY LIONS CLUB ANNOUNCES SCHOLARSHIP WINNERS by Julie Becker
The Leakey Lions Club is proud to announce their 2018 Lions Club Scholarship winners. They are Sydney Jones and Satera Perez. Lion President Johnnie Jackson, along with other members of the club, presented the awards to the recipients. Sydney Jones will attend Texas Tech University to obtain her degree in AgriBusiness. She has aspirations to one day be one of the top agricultural consultants/managers in Texas. Sydney says “My love and appreciation for this way of life only grows as I get older and someday I want to play a part in being a beef supplier to hundreds of families across the United States.
Satera Perez will attend Texas State University and receive her Bachelors of Science in Nursing. Satera has aspirations in health science that would assist her in pursuing a medical career as a nurse. Her vision is to one day be able to build an extreme amount of hospitals and educational schools throughout third world countries. Satera says “I decided on a career as a nurse because my passion has always been assisting others and trying to improve their quality of life.” Congratulations to both of these young ladies as they pursue their dreams of making a difference in the world we live in.
Pictured LtoR: Lee Adami, Johnnie Jackson, Sydney Jones, Satera Perez, Debbie Jackson, Steve Gasper
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LEAKEY PRO RODEO “SOUTH TEXAS SIX PACK” SERIES “RED, WHITE & YOU FOURTH OF JULY SERIES” $2,500 Added Sanctioned: CPRA / UPRA Perfs: 2 Perfs: July 6 - 8:00PM; July 7 - 8:00PM Slack: Friday after perf No slack will be taken until perfs fill Slack Order: GBR, SW, CR, GBK, TR ADDED MONEY: $2,500 / $250 / BB & SB @ $300 / TR @ $400 / BR @ $500 Books open before Bullriding beFees: $80 / BB & BR @ $65 / SW, CR & GBK @ gins. Roping begins after Bullrid$100/ TR @ $300 team ing. 3 header $20 per team. Books Non-member welcome w/$10 permit remain open until the end of 1st STK CONT: CADILLAC RODEO CO. round. Books Open: Mon, July 2 10:00AM to 5:00PM Multiple entries welcome per team. Pay out to top 3 teams. Tues, July 3 9:00AM to 4:00PM 1/2 proceeds go towards pay out. ENTER @ 800-54-RODEO (800-547-6336) BUCKLES TO TOP HEADER Bring your own rope! Mutton Bustin enter @ arena AND HEELER!!
8:00 P.M. Adults $10 6-12 yrs. $5 5 & under Free
(Will have a few extra on hand for sale)
FRIO CANYON CHAMBER PRESENTS
the 42nd annual
JulyJubilee FRIDAY, JULY 6TH
SATURDAY, JULY 7TH
R O D E O 8:00 PM
P A R A D E 10:00 AM
BULL RIDING LADIES BARRELS BRONC RIDING BAREBACK CALF ROPING TEAM ROPING
2018 LEAKEY LIONS CLUB RAFFLE
DRAWING JULY 7, 2018 @ 3:00 p.m. $5 EACH TICKET OR $20 FOR 5 TICKETS
CATCH A LION AND GET A TICKET!!
$250 donated by Kerrville Walmart
Dove Hunt in Concan Texas $250 value donated by Texas Dove Hunter
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red, white and blue lawn chairs $120 Value – donated by Homecraft in Kerrville, Jerry & Deana Hickman and John & Sandy Patrick
Patriotic Wreath
created by Tamela Weber $100 Value donated by Tamela & David Weber
3 Night stay Frio Springs Lodges $750 Value donated by Cheryl & Chip Rhodes & Frio Springs Lodges
2 night stay @ River Haven $271.36 Value donated by Fred & Barbara Huff
35 quart Tan Yeti
donated by Happy Hollow - Value $250.00
Weedeater $80 Value – donated by Home Depot Kerrville
30 person Guided Hayride in Garner $175 Value donated by John & Debbie Jackson /FOG
THANK YOU FOR SUPPORTING LOCAL CHARITIES THRU LEAKEY LIONS CLUB!!
Original framed watercolor by Lee Keithley Adami $650 Value – donated by Lee & Linda Adami
Wednesday, July 4, 2018
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JAIL REGISTER
Real County Sheriff’s Office Weekly Dispatch Report
Miller, Klint Eugene, 30 W/M, Camp Wood, Texas, A/O Deputy Ortiz, Assault Causes Bodily Injury Family Member, A/D 6/26/2018, $4,000 Surety Bond; Harvey, Joshua Darrell, 36 W/M, Camp Wood, Texas, A/O Deputy Cox, Sexual Assault Child (Gillespie County Warrant) Sexual Assault Child (Gillespie County Warrant) Sexual Assault Child (Gillespie County Warrant) Sexual Assault Child (Gillespie County Warrant), A/D 6/30/2018, $15,000 Surety Bond, $20,000 Surety Bond,$15,000 Surety Bond, $20,000 Surety Bond;
June 24 - June 30, 2018
June 24 - June 30, 2018
Real County Law Officers Nathan T. Johnson, Sheriff Steven Castro, Deputy Sheriff Mark Cox, Deputy Sheriff Teddy Douthit, Deputy Sheriff Jonathan Ortiz, Deputy Sheriff Kevin Chisum, Real County Constable
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.
HOLDING LIST
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 INMATE
CURRENT CHARGE
COURT Date of Arrest
Sentence
Sentence Date Paper Ready
Housed/Released
Shannon, Joshua Benjamin
Violation of Parole - Injury to a Child Causing Bodily Injury
District
9/7/2017
Bandera
Shannon, Joshua Benjamin
Violation of Probation - Burglary of a Habitation
District
10/13/2017
Bandera
Shannon, Joshua Benjamin
Possession of a Controlled Substance PG1 < 1G
District
2/6/2018
Bunk, Sharon Carol
Violation of Probation - Poss CS PG 1 > 4G < 200G
District
5/4/2018
Falcon,Mathew Eric
Burglary of a Building
District
5/17/2018
Bandera
Falcon,Mathew Eric
Burglary of a Coin Operated / Collection Machine
County 5/17/2018
Bandera
Falcon,Mathew Eric
Evading Arrest Detention
Galindo,Michael Eugene
Possession of a Controlled Substance PG1 < 1G
Galindo,Michael Eugene Galindo,Michael Eugene
Bandera Texas 6/1/2018 6/18/2018 Department of Corrections
SAFPF
County 5/17/2018
06/24/2018 @ • 054 responded to a residence on Pecan Drive east of Leakey for an agency assist LVFD • 943 responded to a residence on River Place Road south of Leakey for illegally burning during a burn ban • 1037 responded to a residence on South San Pedro Street in Camp Wood for a civil standby • 1438 responded to Flat Rock Circle bridge south of Leakey for a report of illegally parked vehicles • 1526 responded to a residence on Canal Circle south of Leakey for an agency assist FCEMS • 1619 responded to a residence on Stamford Hollow Road south of Leakey for theft and criminal mischief 06/26/2018 @ • 355 responded to a residence on Ranch Road 337 east of Camp Wood for a report of a burglary of a habitation • 1045 responded to a residence on Bruce Lane north of Camp Wood for a family disturbance • 1815 responded to Camino Del Paso east of Leakey for a motor vehicle accident 06/27/2018 @ • 1045 responded to Bayberry Lane east of Camp Wood for a report of illegally burning during a burn ban
6/22/2018
6/25/2018
$15,000 Surety Bond
6/27/2018
Capias Pro Fine-Operating an All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) On a Public Road
JP
6/22/2018
N/A
N/A
Capias Pro Fine-Operating an All Terrain Vehicle (ATV) On a Public Road
JP
6/22/2018
N/A
N/A
N/A
Credit for Jail Time Served
6/27/2018
N/A
Credit for Jail Time Served
Falcon, Ashley Daniel e
Failure to Appear - Evading Arrest
County 6/25/2018
Bandera
6/27/2018
Falcon, Ashley Daniel e
Violation of Probation - Assault Causes Bodily Injury
County 6/25/2018
Bandera
Age Race / Sex
CURRENT CHARGE
Date of Detainer
In Custody of
McMahan, Khristy Anne
49
Theft of Property => $100 <$750 W/F Theft of Property => $100 <$750
Pitcher, John Truman
43
W/M Bond Forfeiture - Burglary of Habitation
10/20/2017
Pitcher, John Truman
43
W/M Bond Forfeiture - Bail Jumping and Failure to Appear
10/20/2017
Pitcher, John Truman
43
W/M Bond Forfeiture - Terrorist Threat
10/20/2017
Hosmer, Jonathan
44
W/M Violation of Probation - Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle
3/6/2018
Fritsch, Tif annie Cherie
34
W/F Violation of Probation - Forgery
4/16/2018
Mendoza, Eduardo Carreon
22
W/M Violation of Probation - Escape
4/16/2018
Mendoza, Eduardo Carreon
22
Violation of Probation - Burglary of a Building of CT1 W/M Theft of Property >1500<2000 CT2
4/16/2018
Medina County Jail, TX Texas Department of Corrections Texas Department of Corrections Texas Department of Corrections
Isaaks, Kiersten
22
W/F Violation of Probation - Poss. CS PG1 < 1 Gram
4/17/2018
Travis County Jail, TX
Lewis, Kenneth
34
W/M Violation of Probation - False Report to Peace Officer
4/20/2018
San Jacinto County Jail, TX
Adams, Cameron
19
W/M Bail Jumping and Failure to Appear
5/11/2018
Jefferson County Jail, TX
Nicholas, Nick Anthony
45
W/M Bail Jumping and Failure to Appear
6/17/2018
Uvalde County Jail, TX
Novak, John
28
W/M Violation of Pre Supervision Agreement
6/25/2018
Alamo Heights PD, TX
Ta, John Phuong
33
A/M VOP - Evading Arrest/Detention W/Motor Vehicle
6/25/2018
Tarrant County Jail, TX
Ta, John Phuong
33
A/M VOP - Possession of Marijuana < 2oz
6/25/2018
Tarrant County Jail, TX
Ta, John Phuong
33
A/M VOP - Driving While License Inv W/Prev Conv/Susp/W/O Fin Res
6/25/2018
Tarrant County Jail, TX
Ta, John Phuong
33
A/M VOP - Possession of Marijuana < 2oz
6/25/2018
Tarrant County Jail, TX
5/9/2017
Julie Becker/Editor/Publisher Billie Franklin, Sabinal Correspondent
Contributing Writers: Elaine Padgett Carnegie Linda Kirkpatrick
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P A C Christopher Wilson DOB 01-06-1984 VOP – Criminal Mischief – 1 Warrant
John Ta DOB 11-26-1984 VOP – Evading Arrest + - 4
D E R U T
P A C
Christopher Tomerlin DOB 01-201986 Failure to appear – Violation of pre-trial release – 2 Warrants
Capias Pro-Fine (Subjects CAN MAKE PAYOFF by contacting our office with cash, cashier’s check, or money order)
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U T P
6/18/2018 $8,000 Surety Bond
CA
John Novak DOB 11-01-1989 VOP – Burglary of a Building – 1 Warrant
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Released / Transferred Date Released / Transferred to
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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.
DETAINER LIST INMATE
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2045 responded to a residence on Ranch Road 337 east of Camp Wood for a domestic disturbance 06/28/2018 @ 956 responded to The First State Bank of Uvalde in Camp Wood for a report of a suspicious vehicle 1126 responded to US Highway 83 north of Leakey for loose livestock 2041 responded to Ranch Road 337 east of Camp Wood for loose livestock 06/29/2018 @ 1107 responded to a residence on East 3rd Street east of Leakey for a welfare check 2240 responded to US Highway 83 north of Leakey for a stranded motorist 2307 responded to US Highway 83 north of Leakey for a report of a suspicious vehicle 06/30/2018 @ 936 responded to US Highway 83 north of Leakey for a stranded motorist 1245 responded to a residence on Weston Road for a report of trespassers 1326 responded to Fulgham’s Crossing on Farm to Market Road 1120 south of Leakey for illegally parked vehicles
REAL COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE WANTED PERSONS AND FUGITIVES
Released Date
Bandera
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GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS City of Leakey Mayor: Harry Schneemann Secretary: Dee Dee Wally Office: 830-232-6757 Fax: 830-232-6775 Councilmen: Ken Auld • Roel Gonzalez• Carl Jensen Frankie DeLeon • Hazel Pendley 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, W.B. “Sonny” Sansom 830-232-5304 Real County Attorney, Bobby Jack Rushing 830-232-6461 County/District Clerk, D’Ann Green 830-232-5202 Justice of the Peace Dianne Rogers: 830-232-6630 or 830-597-6149 Sheriff, Nathan Johnson 830-232-5201 Real County Constable Kevin Chisum 830-232-5201 Tax Assessor-Collector Donna Brice: 830-232-6210 Treasurer, Mairi Gray 830-232-6627 Chief Appraiser Juan Saucedo 830-232-6248 Real County Public Library 830-232-5199 Camp Wood Public Library 830-597-3208 Real County Commissioners: Precinct #1: Manuel Rubio Phone: 830-232-6623 Pct.#2: Bryan Shackelford Phone: 830-232-5756 or 591-4734 (cell) Pct. #3:Raymon Ybarra 830-279-6787 Pct.#4: Joe W. Connell, Sr. 830-597-5159
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T P CA
Vincent Bort DOB 06-07-1988 VOP - Burglary of a Habitation - Warrant
D E R
U T P
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Bobby Harlow DOB 01-30-1983 VOP – False Information / Felony Evading / UUMV – 3 Charges
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Everyone knows why we celebrate the Fourth Day of July…United States Independence! But, do you know why the particular day? Do you know how the 13 Colonies that would become the United States declared their Independence from Britain? Well, on July 4, 1776, the thirteen colonies claimed their independence from England, an event which eventually led to the formation of the United States. Each year on July 4th, also known as Independence Day, Americans celebrate this historic event. Conflict between the colonies and England was already a year old when the colonies convened a Continental Congress in Philadelphia in the summer of 1776. In a June 7 session in the Pennsylvania State House (later Independence Hall), Richard Henry Lee of Virginia presented a resolution with the famous words: “Resolved: That these United Colonies are, and of right ought to be, free and independent States, that they are absolved from all allegiance to
the British Crown, and that all political connection between them and the State of Great Britain is, and ought to be, totally dissolved.” Lee’s words were the impetus for the drafting of a formal Declaration of Independence, although the resolution was not followed up on immediately. On June 11, consideration of the resolution was postponed by a vote of seven colonies to five, with New York abstaining. However, a Committee of Five was appointed to draft a statement presenting to the world the colonies’ case for independence. Members of the Committee included John Adams of Massachusetts, Roger Sherman of Connecticut, Benjamin Franklin of Pennsylvania, Robert R. Livingston of New York and Thomas Jefferson of Virginia. The task of drafting the actual document fell on Jefferson. On July 1, 1776, the Continental Congress reconvened, and on the following day, the Lee Resolution for independence was adopted by 12 of
the 13 colonies, New York not voting. Discussions of Jefferson’s Declaration of Independence resulted in some minor changes, but the spirit of the document was unchanged. The process of revision continued through all of July 3 and into the late afternoon of July 4, when the Declaration was officially adopted. Of the 13 colonies, nine voted in favor of the Declaration, two -- Pennsylvania and South Carolina -- voted No, Delaware was undecided and New York abstained. John Hancock, President of the Continental Congress, signed the Declaration of Independence. It is said that John Hancock’s signed his name “with a great flourish” so England’s “King George can read that without spectacles!” Today, the original copy of the Declaration is housed in the National Archives in Washington, D.C., and July 4 has been designated a national holiday to commemorate the day the United States laid down its claim to be a free and independent nation.
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It pinpoints a distinct historical moment, being an inspired first-hand account of the moment of national anxiety we experienced during the War of 1812 at the Battle of Fort McHenry. Here’s how its told “The Burning of Washington and the Battle of New Orleans”: “The British navy had been terrorizing the Atlantic coast, particularly the Chesapeake Bay area, from the start of the war. The U.S. had few warships with which to challenge the British, who sometimes sent detachments to coastal towns offering them the choice of paying a fine or being bombarded. The British moved up the Chesapeake Bay in the summer of 1814, heading not really toward Washington but toward Baltimore. …The attack [on Baltimore] was two-pronged: a land attack on North Point and a siege of Fort McHenry in the harbor. Major General Samuel Smith stopped the British at North Point, in an unexpected and certainly unusual American victory. All now waited to see how the siege would go at the important fort. Major George Armistead was in charge of U.S. defenses there. Bombardment of the fort by British ships began on September 13th. Nearly 2,000 cannonballs were launched at the fort over 24 hours, but damage was light. The British commander decided to land troops west of Fort McHenry, hoping to lure the U.S. army away from North Point, but Armistead discovered them and opened fire, scattering the landing party of British soldiers. Early on the morning of September 14, the giant American flag that local seamstress Mary Pickersgill and her daughter had made was raised over the fort, to replace the one torn apart the night before. Seeing that the fort still stood in American hands, British land forces withdrew and returned to the ships. British General Cochrane then withdrew the fleet to prepare for the attack on New Orleans. Francis Scott Key was an American lawyer who had gone on a mercy mission to the British to gain the release of an American doctor who had been captured but had previously tended British soldiers. Key was on a truce ship in Baltimore Harbor during the bombardment. When morning dawned
on the 14th, and Key saw his country’s flag still flying over Fort McHenry, he wrote the words of “The Star-Spangled Banner” on the back of a letter in a paroxysm of joy. It became the U.S. national anthem in 1931.” This is the dramatic moment that gave birth to our anthem. The first stanza, which is all we ever sing, is a question. It can be boiled down to this: Tell me, can you see our flag still flying after the bombardment, or have we been defeated? Let’s go over it in pieces:
O! say can you see by the dawn’s early light,/What so proudly we hailed at the twilight’s last gleaming: As the sun is rising after a long night of British bombardment of our fort, can you see the flag that was flying last night as the sun set, which, as Americans, we had proudly hailed (saluted) as the light faded and the attack began? Whose broad stripes and bright stars through the perilous fight,/O’er the ramparts we watched, were so gallantly streaming?: We could see the flag at the ramparts, or defensive wall, of the fort, flying high during the battle. And the rockets’ red glare, the bombs bursting in air,/Gave proof through the night that our flag was still there: All through the night, the exploding British missiles periodically lit up the flag; every so often we could see that it was still flying, and we had hope that the fort had not surrendered. O! say does that star-spangled banner yet wave,/O’er the land of the free and the home of the brave?: Tell me, is the flag still flying, meaning we have not lost the war, and our nation is still free? (Or is the very different flag of Britain flying over Fort McHenry?) It is an anguished question about the fate of
the nation, that first stanza. It’s odd that we don’t sing the other stanzas, which are just as dramatic but more victorious. Stanza 2 reveals that the flag is indeed there: “Now it catches the gleam of the morning’s first beam,/In full glory reflected now shines in the stream:/’Tis the star-spangled banner, O! long may it wave/O’er the land of the free and the home of the brave.” Stanza 3 vents some fury at the British: “And where is that band who so vauntingly swore/That the havoc of war and the battle’s confusion,/A home and a country, should leave us no more?/Their blood has washed out their foul footsteps’ pollution./No refuge could save the hireling and slave/ From the terror of flight, or the gloom of the grave”. Stanza 4 is fully triumphant: O! thus be it ever, when freemen shall stand Between their loved home and the war’s desolation. Blest with vict’ry and peace, may the Heav’n rescued land Praise the Power that hath made and preserved us a nation! Then conquer we must, when our cause it is just, And this be our motto: “In God is our trust;” And the star-spangled banner in triumph shall wave O’er the land of the free and the home of the brave! One has to wonder why we don’t sing this final stanza, in which the U.S. is a “Heaven-rescued land” with a special place in God’s plan. Is it simply because songs are usually shortened to just the first stanza? It’s odd that the verse of our anthem that we sing at moments of national triumph is the verse that is fraught with terror and uncertainty, and not the verse bursting with self-confidence. But we like that first stanza, with its breathless anticipation; it catches a moment of great importance in our nation’s history and reminds us just how many millions of Americans over the centuries have burned with anxiety for this country, and seen it through very difficult times. It’s not a blood-thirsty, militaristic song, but a narrative of military triumph allowing for the continued moral victory of democracy. GOD BLESS THE USA!!
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NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION (Aviso de Eleccion Especial)
On The Frio at the Frio Pecan Farm Pavilion 830-232-5022
2018 JULY 31 SD19 SPECIAL ELECTION
(el 31st de Julio de 2018 para votar en la eleccion especcion 2018 31 de Julio SD19)
To the registered voters of REAL COUNTY Texas: (A los votantes registrados REAL COUNTY, Texas) Notice is hereby given that the polling places listed below will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., on JULY 31ST, 2018, for voting in the 2018 July 31st SD19 SPECIAL ELECTION. (Notifiquese, por las presente, que las casillas electorales sitados abajo se abrirán desde las 7:00 a.m. hasta las 7:00 p.m. el 31st de Julio de 2018 para votar en la elección especial 2018 31 de Julio SD19 On Election Day, voters must vote in their precinct where registered to vote. El Día de Elección, los votantes deberán votar en su precinto donde están inscritos para votar.) (Location of Election Day Polling Places
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COURTROOM, REAL COUNTY, COURTHOUSE, 146 SOUTH US HWY 83, LEAKEY TEXAS
PREC. NO. 1,2,6
COUNTY HOUSE REAL COUNTY, 107 E. 5TH ST. CAMP WOOD TEXAS
PREC. NO 3,4&7
Voting, a voter may vote at any of the locations listed below:
(Para Votación Adelantada, los votantes podrán votar en cualquiera de las ubicaciones nombradas abajo.)
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SABINAL HAPPENINGS
Quilt Raffle Results
Ladies of the Sabinal Quilt Club held a
raffle and had their drawing for their quilt and child’s book on Wednesday, June 26. Drawing the winning ticket was club member Mary Ann Flores. The ticket winner was Aaron Esquivel. Monies from the sale of the raffle tickets will go to purchase supplies for their next project, lap robes for wheel chair persons. Total monies earned was $190.00.
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recognition of Independence Day. Music was provided by Modine Horton and Brother Monty. A collection box has been set up in the foyer of the church for donations of shoes. This brainchild is the handiwork of Debra Navarro and many children have benefited from it. Upcoming is a Summer Mission Trip to the Houston area, joining with City Church of Del Rio. It will be held July 23 - 27. One-on-one ministry is much needed in the area. Mark your calendars for Night Life. It will be held July 30 - August 3.
First United Methodist
The message this past Sunday was the Ministry of Vacation Bible School. The Communion offering was for the Methodist Children’s Home in Waco. Music was provided by Barbara Dillahunty. This coming Sunday, there will be a sing-along prior to the service. It begins at 10:40.
St. Patrick’s Catholic
by Billie Franklin
churches: St. Joseph in Knippa, St. Mary in Vanderpool, and St. Patrick’s. We will miss him. On Saturday, June 30, there were 56 Confirmands coming from Camp Wood, Knippa, Rocksprings, Sabinal, and Vanderpool. Bishop Pfeifer from San Antonio conducted the confirmation. The BBQ plate sale and raffle will take place this Sunday: plate sales start at 10:30 a.m. and raffle begins at 1 p.m.
Bathing Center Street
Last Wednesday at 7 p.m., the Sabinal Volunteer Fire Department members: Ross Horton, Fire Chief Andy Schaefer, Pancho and Jerod Schmidt were joined by Sabinal ISD staff: Coaches David Navarro, Amber Sanchez, Richard Sanchez, Steven Sanchez and Paraprofessional Debra Navarro along with students: Sarah Alejandro, Raegan Cox, Ricky Moreno, Karolina Navarro, Park Silvers, Cinco Whitehurst, and Brooklyn Young. They were joined by Alma and Sarah Martinez, Civic Club members Sean Johnston, Ann Keith, Betty Mathis, and yours truly. The project we were involved in was the cleaning of buildings and sidewalks for the two blocks of Center Street from Avenues North Front to Kennedy. A major undertaking, they completed it in under two hours. This project was formed under the guidance of the Sabinal Civic Club. In appreciation, business women Chris Colvin of Rustic Charm and Julie Skiles of Heaven’s Landing provided a meal of hot dogs, chips, and water to the participants. Take a look, Sabinal is clean once again,
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The Sabinal Senior Citizens Center has a new cook and her name is Oralia Lorenzi. She and her husband are originally from Edinburg, but have always loved the Hill Country. Husband, Manuel, is a retired Edinburg police officer. After retirement, they moved and he delivered propane out of Brady. Though they have family in Uvalde, they wanted to live in a small town and chose Sabinal. Living in an RV, reveals that they really like to travel, having been in a number of states. They did buy land here so that they would have a place to come home to after their wanderings. Prior to moving to Sabinal, they lived in Blanco, where she worked for a number of years at both Stripes and the Sunset Restaurant. The County is currently looking for another cook to act as helper to Oralia. Contact person would be Anadalia at 2788868 or Betty Harris at 988-2218. A bingo to celebrate the 4th of July was held on Tuesday. All you needed was a prize and you would be guaranteed hot dogs, chips, a drink, and a good time.
Kicks for Kids
A shoe drive, aptly named Kicks for Kids, has been around several years here in Sabinal. This year’s shoe drive will take place August 6 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Sabinal Health Fair which is scheduled to be held at the school cafeteria. To donate shoes prior to that time, please drop them off at Sabinal ISD, the Church of Christ, First Baptist, or Methodist Church. Contact person is Debra Navarro at 830-433-1092 if you have any questions.
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It was decided, due to conflict with celebrations on July 4, that the Wednesday Night service not be held. See you Sunday. Emmanuel Lutheran There are no activities this coming Wednesday. Men’s Morning Bible Study is set for 6:40 a.m., July 5. Church Council meeting is set for Sunday, July 8, at 10:45 a.m. Playground Dedication and covered dish meal are scheduled for Sunday, July 22 following the worship service.
First Baptist
The service opened with
Sunday June 24, following the Mass, a reception and meal was held in the large parish hall to honor Father Antonio Hernandez who has been moved to St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Devine. His last Mass was held this past Sunday. People that he served came from Knippa, Rocksprings, Vanderpool, Utopia, and of course Sabinal. Sandwiches, chips, cake, water, and tea were served. A plaque was presented to him from the combined
at least these two blocks! For my part, I had a blast directing traffic and snapping pictures!
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NRA/Leakey Wastewater Project June Progress Report by Adam M. Luke, P.E. Hanson Professional Services, Inc.
A. PROJECT SUMMARY • The Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) authorized a $425,958 planning grant in 2009 to investigate the need for wastewater improvements in Real County. • On October 21, 2011, the TWDB approved a $9.961M loan forgiveness from the CWSRF and a $1.082M grant from the EDAP for the design and initial construction phase of a new wastewater collection and treatment system. The new wastewater system is intended to replace faulty private septic tanks that threaten the City of Leakey's water supply and recreational income of the Frio River. • The TWDB signed an agreement with the NRA on April 10, 2012 to fund the project. • A notice to proceed for permitting, land acquisition, and design was gi\/en to Naismith Engineering, Inc. on April 16, 2012. Naismith Engineering merged with Hanson on September 12, 2016. • A request to amend the project schedule was submitted on February 14, 2013, discussed with TWDB Board Members on February 28, 2013, and approved by the Executive Administrator in a letter dated March 4, 2013. • The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality issued a permit to the NRA on December 2, 2014, authorizing irrigation of treated wastewater effluent onto a 194 acre tract of land purchased by the NRA with a $2.198M TWDB grant in 2010. The permit expired on May 1, 2018, and is in the process of being renewed. • The first notice to proceed on a construction portion of the project was issued in November 2015. • On December 14, 2015, an additional $16.547M grant was approved for construction funding by the TWDB. • In brief, the scope of the project is to provide first-time wastewater collection and treatment service to the City of Leakey and surrounding neighborhoods within a determined project boundary. The final design capacity of the wastewater treatment plant (\/\M/TP) and regional facility will be 0.4 MGD (million gallons per day). B. PROJECT TASKS Now that the project is primarily in the construction phase, this section has been revised from early progress reports to discuss the various construction identification numbers (CIDs) assigned to the project by the TWDB. CID #1 — TxDOT Subset Contractor: Hoo\/er Construction Notice to Proceed: 11/9/15 Scheduled Completion Date: 7/12/18 No change: paperwork and punch-list items are in progress to close out the TxDOT Subset. The TxDOT Subset is roughly one third of the overall project collection system that was constructed prior to paving and drainage improvements to U.S. 83 and RR 337 by TxDOT within the Leakey city limits. Originally bid in September 2015, the scope included approximately 9,600 feet of pipe and 44 manholes only on U.S. 83 and RR 337, to be completed in March 2016. Change orders have more than doubled the scope, expanded the work area into residential streets, and extended the schedule of the project to keep construction efforts continuous and ongoing. Paving of City of Leakey streets affected by the wastewater project was also paid for by the NRA through the TWDB grant funds in this construction contract. CID #2 — 0.25 MGD WWTP Contractor: Associated Construction Partners (ACP) Notice to Proceed: 7/18/16 Scheduled Completion Date: 12/20/18 Construction continues at the wastewater treatment plant. The dewatering slab and vertical concrete of the influent and effluent channels of the chlorine contact tank was placed in June. Efforts are underway to dry in the control room. Preparation of the concrete surface of immersed structures for coatings is underway. The currently approved schedule shows a completion date in December 2018. CID #3 — Office Building Renovation and Site Work Contractor: TBD Notice to Proceed: TBD Scheduled Completion Date: TBD No change: architectural and engineering redesign efforts of the office building continue. The project is planned to be re-bid. This portion of the o\/eraII project is not critical to the commissioning of the new wastewater collection system and treatment plant, and is currently not a high priority. Hanson and the NRA will have to identify how to complete the office building project in a method approved by the TWDB. CID #4 — Collection System Packaqe A Contractor: Hoover Construction Notice to Proceed: 3/9/17 Scheduled Completion Date: 7/11/18 Electrical conduit work is underway in the elevated slabs at the Alto Frio lift station. Line work continues along FM 1120, Evergreen Street, and side streets. As a reminder, Package A includes the lines that extend from the WWTP to the Alto Frio Baptist Encampment, along FM 1120, into parts of Leakey south of RR 337, and neighborhoods west of U.S. 83, roughly the second one-third of the collection system. CID #5 — Collection System Package B Contractor: TBD Notice to Proceed: TBD Scheduled Completion Date: 2019 Bids for Package B were opened in Uvalde on June 15, 2018. Hanson has been analyzing the bids and researching the apparent low bidder. The NRA's Design & Construction Committee met in Corpus Christi on June 28, 2018 to discuss the bids. Another committee meeting to discuss the bids and potentially an award is currently scheduled for July 18, 2018 to allow additional time to analyze the bids, the overall project budget, and the apparent low bidder. As a reminder, Package B generally includes the northeastern portion of the Leakey area, including Fisher Lane, Sherman Lane, the Twin Forks subdivision, and the Frio River Ranches subdivision, roughly the final one-third of the collection system. CID #6 — Effluent Irriqation System and Storaqe Ponds Contractor: TBD Notice to Proceed: TBD Scheduled Completion Date: 2019 Bids for Package B were opened in Uvalde on June 15, 2018. Hanson has been analyzing the bids and researching the apparent low bidder. The NRA’s Design & Construction Committee met in Corpus Christi on June 28, 2018 to discuss the bids. Another committee meeting to discuss the bids and potentially an award is currently scheduled for July 18, 2018 to allow additional time to analyze the bids, the overall project budget, and the apparent low bidder. Phase 1 and Phase 2 Residential Wastewater Hook-Up Projects Contractor: TBD Notice to Proceed: TBD Scheduled Completion Date. TBD The NRA, Hanson, and representatives from the USDA continue to work through the various documents and procedures that are being required of the NRA before the grant/loan for Phase 1 hook-up construction can be closed. A time extension to close on the loan was given through September 2018. Since the hook-up projects are to be funded by the USDA, they will not receive a CID number from the TWDB. The design and funding process with USDA will be repeated for Phase 2 as the rest of the collection system is constructed. Additional CIDs - WWTP Phase 2 to 0.4 MGD Contractor: TBD Notice to Proceed: TBD Scheduled Completion Date: TBD No change: preliminary design efforts for upgrading the WWTP to 0.4 MGD capacity are ongoing. Final closeout of all portions of the project will likely extend into 2019. A. PROJECT SCHEDULE The current estimated project schedule is generally outlined below, and has been updated based on construction progress.
Complete TxDOT Subset Summer 2018 Begin Package A Construction March 2017 Begin Package B Construction Summer 2018 Complete WWTP Construction Winter 2018 Begin Phase 1 Hook-Ups Fall 2018 Complete Package A Summer 2018 Complete Package B 2019 Complete Hook-Ups, Ponds, and Irrigation System 2019 Project Closeout 2019 A. PROJECT MEETINGS Hanson has been making regular site visits to meet with contractors and local officials. The monthly construction meetings with contractors were held the week of June 11, 2018. As previously mentioned, the NRA's Design & Construction Committee met on June 28, 2018 to discuss the two recently opened bids. Regular field meetings are being held by the NRA’s Utility Director and contractors on-site in Leakey. Various other on-site and telephone meetings have been regularly occurring between Hanson, the NRA, local representatives, vendors, landowners, and other project team members. B. CHANGES TO THE SCOPE AND BUDGET No changes to the overall scope or intent of the project have been made during this reporting period. C. PROBLEMS OR POTENTIAL PROBLEMS As mentioned in previous reports, the issue of timing of residential hook-ups funding from the USDA and the commissioning of the WWTP continues to be a potential problem. The NRA is in the process of securing the needed documentation to close on the residential hook-up loan/grant funding. It is currently unknown when individual residences will be able to connect to the new WWTP. The NRA and Hanson are working with the various agencies involved to get through this complicated process.
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WANT A NEW SADDLE? COME RIDE WITH US AND WIN ONE! REAL COUNTY JUNIOR HORSE CLUB
SUMMER PLAYDAY SERIES BEGINS
(NOTE NEW START TIME 7:30PM FOR ROPING - LEADLINE STARTS AT 8PM) June 7th Signup/Points Please plan on attending for sign ups this night. All riders must provide a negative coggins for each horse present. June 14th Points/Ribbons June 21st Points/Rodeo Queen Contest June 28th Ribbons/Points July 5th will be Grand Entry Practice. NO PLAYDAY. July 12th Ribbons/Points July 19th Points July 26th Points - AWARDS ceremony. MUST PARTICIPATE 5 NIGHTS IN ORDER TO BE QUALIFIED FOR AWARDS Books open 7:00p.m. All Leadlinel events first. EVENTS: CALF ROPING, POLE BENDING, CLOVERLEAF BARRELS, STRAIGHT AWAY BARRELS, GOATS, AGE GROUPS: LEADLINE, 5&under, 6-7, 8-10, 11-13, 14-19 (ALL AGES AND SKILL LEVELS WELCOME!) Membership $20 per child must be accompanied by one Adult registration $20
Roping starts at 7:30pm followed by lead line and then other riders. Please contact Duke Hohmann, 830-232-5747, for Rodeo Queen Information Call before you Haul Julie 830-433-1424
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Take a 2018 Devil’s Sinkhole bat tour. Bat-normous! Call 830-683-2287 to make a reservation. Bat-stonishing! All tours start at the Rocksprings Visitors Center. Bat-tastic! devilssinkhole@swtexas.net Day, walking, and birding tours available, too.
Leakey Class of 1988- 30 year Class Reunion! Saturday July 7th at Frio Pecan Farm! Pizza, burgers, and chicken wings are available to buy until 9:00 pm. Beer and wine set up for sale.
No outside beer or wine.
Party from 8-12. Rick/Jesse Rubio will be DJ-ing. All Leakey teachers and any Leakey Ex students, family and friends are invited!!
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HOMES Property 01: 159 Laurel St. 3/2.5/2car Beautiful, spacious rock home on 1.86 ac. w/nice workshop. Lovely neighborhood. $320,000 REDUCED NEW Property 7: 227 Myrtle in Uvalde is a 4BD/2BA home w/updated kitch. + 2 living areas. Fresh paint, new AC! Must see! $229,500 Property 09: 5BD/4BA/2HB home on the Frio! 2.72 ac. lot w/~247’ of river frontage. 230 Skippin Stone Ln. Rental OK. $1,900,000 Property 11: 157 Spring Branch in Twin Forks is a super nice 3BD/2BA home on TWO LOTS! Gorgeous Frio River access! $229,000 Property 13: 28 ac. w/cute 1BD/1BA cabin and creek frontage in Rancho Real. 631 Riemer Rd. $179,000 REDUCED NEW Property 21: Highly desired location on CR350! 10+ unrestricted ac., FRIO RIVER FRONTAGE, DW mobile and older home. $780,000 NEW Property 24: Charming 2/1 cottage nestled under HUGE oaks on fenced 1.2+ ac. Unrestricted. City water, access via RR1120. $167,500 Property 25: HEARTSTONE! 4bd/4ba APPRX. 2800 sq. ft. Circle drive, pool & views! Directly across from river access. $765,000 NEW Property 38: 600 Boone St., Uvalde. Updated 3BD/1BA on corner lot. Bonus room for office/nursery + indoor utility rm. $70,000 NEW Property 45: Energy efficient 2BD/2BA home with frontage on West Frio! 2.3 ac. lot. No HOA. Nightly rental potential! $179,000 NEW Property 46: Energy efficient 2BD/2BA home with frontage on West Frio! 2.9 ac. lot. No HOA. Nightly rental potential! $179,000 NEW Property 47: 8484 RR336 Charming 3/3/2 brick home on 53 acres w/West Frio River frontage. No restrictions. $799,000
LOTS Property 14: 1+ acre lot in Canyon Oaks—Concan. Hilltop/views + gorgeous river access park. Water/elec. avail. Rentals OK. $49,000 Property 8: Three adjacent 7+ acre lots located in Rio Frio. Beautiful & flat bottomland with large oaks. $75,000 each PENDING (2 still avail) Property 19: 15 acres with seasonal creek. Remote yet civilized! Views in every direction. Easy access & electricity available. $142,000 Property 20: Your choice of three Canyon Oaks lots! Each 1 ac. w/water & elec. avail. Frio River Park for owners! $43,900 & $46,900each Property 21: Highly desired location on CR350! 5+ (TBS) unrestricted acres with FRIO RIVER FRONTAGE! Older home. $430,000 Property 22: LAST ONE LEFT!! 1.26 acre lot in Concan in the popular Tierra Linda Subdivision. Water/Elec. avail. $75,000 Property 28: 5 (5ac.) tracts north of Leakey to choose from! Remote & heavily wooded. Rancho Real. $33,500 to $44,500 (river view) NEW Property 30: Frio River front lot just minutes from downtown Leakey. 1.15 acres, water & elec. available. Owner/Broker $149,000 Property 34: 7+ ac. lot in R-N-R Ranch—Rio Frio, TX. Beautiful oaks, well/septic in place but need to be verified/tested. $107,700 REDUCED Property 35: 5.16 ac. just west of Leakey. Gated, city water, paved roads, underground electric. See Old Baldy from here! $69,900 Property 37: Lot 35 in Valley Vista features gorgeous westerly views, all utilities, and use of community pool & clubhouse! $50,000 Property 43: 8+ acs. w/gorgeous oaks and great bldg. sites. Electricity available. AG VALUATION = LOW taxes!! Shady Oaks Subdv. $77,045 Property 52: 5+ ac West of Leakey. Fronts on John Buchanan Rd. Bldg. site faces east and is ready to go! $52,500 Property 53: Lot 82, 7.7 acres in Canyon Oaks Unit 4. Water & elec available. Great views & river access! Addtl. Acreage avail. $149,000 Property 55: Lot 84, 11 acres in Canyon Oaks Unit 4. Water & elec available. Great views & river access! Addtl. Acreage avail. $109,000 Property 56: Lot 85A, 6 acres in Canyon Oaks Unit 4. Water & elec available. Great views & river access! Addtl. Acreage avail. $98,000
ACREAGE Property 2: 73.41 ac. west of Leakey. Fronts on county road. Water well & Electricity. Not in a subdivision. $299,500 Property 8: Three adjacent 7+ acre lots located in Rio Frio. Beautiful & flat bottomland with large oaks. $75,000 each or $210,000 all Property 10: 31.05 acres. Just off Hwy. 41 in far NW Real County. Fairview Ranch. Neat little hunting place! $99,360 NEW Property 11: 22 ac. w/cabin, electricity, strong spring and views for miles! Located ~1 mi. off RR336. $135,000 Property 12: 5+ ac north of Leakey w/2400 sq. ft. metal bldg. Hwy. frontage. Some elevation for great views. $179,000 REDUCED Property 13: 28 ac. w/cute 1BD/1BA cabin and creek frontage in Rancho Real. 631 Riemer Rd. $179,000 REDUCED Property 15: 6.5 acres in Concan with over 500’ of frontage on Hwy. 83! Nice & flat w/oaks. NO restrictions! $199,000 Property 16: 36 acres in Spring Country Ranch. Wooded w/deep draws & dry creek. 1 mile from spring fed pond/park area. $91,000REDUCED Property 17: 33 acres in Spring Country Ranch. 4x4 required. Borders large ranch to the south. No utilities! $75,712 REDUCED Property 19: 15 acres with seasonal creek. Remote yet civilized! Views in every direction. Easy access & electricity available. $142,000 Property 23: Remote yet easy access make this 40 ac. a real find! Old camp house w/elec. Off 41W approx. 8 miles. $99,000 PENDING Property 26: 20 acres—Rugged, remote and gorgeous w/a HUGE spring in the canyon. 4x4 needed, no utilities. $61,200 SOLD NEW Property 27: 72 acs. 9 mi E of Rocksprings. Low fence & next to Devil’s Sinkhole State Park. Cabin has elec & septic. $189,200 Property 29 : 170 acs. +/- WILL DIVIDE Hwy. 337W frontage. Views for miles! $3900 per acre REDUCED Property 40: 17.6 acres w/Frio frontage! Close to Leakey. Several building sites. Electricity nearby. $230,000 Property 44: Secluded 15 ac. in Spring Country Ranch. 4x4 required & no utilities. Rough it here! Access to spring fed pond. $47,280 Property 49: 9+ ac. 3 mi north of Leakey. Lovely views + flat land, water/elec. available, fenced 2 sides. Views & oak trees! $112,000REDUCED
COMMERCIAL Property 3-6: 1+ ac. Commercial lots Concan. Frontage on US HWY 83. All utilities available. MAKE OFFER!!! $139,000-$149,000 Property 15: 6.5 acres in Concan with over 500’ of frontage on Hwy. 83! Nice & flat w/oaks. NO restrictions! $199,000 NEW Property 21: Highly desired location on CR350! 10.9 unrestricted ac., FRIO RIVER FRONTAGE, DW mobile and older home. $780,000 Property 36: Riverstone Vacation Cabins! 13.9 acres w/500’ of Frio river frontage. 5 cabins + main home. $775,000 REDUCED
UPDATED 07/02/2018
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Frio Canyon Parks Associa�on We were unable to have the May mee�ng for the second Qtr. We will meet on Monday, July 16th at 7pm to sa�sfy the quarterly reports. Next Mee�ng: Next PARK mee�ng is set for August 13th, 2018 at 7pm Reminder that there will only be 4 mee�ngs a year, ONE per Qtr. 2018 mee�ngs are scheduled for: Start �me 7pm Monday Feb. 12th Monday, May 14th Monday, Aug 13th Monday, Nov 12th Please come join us, volunteers needed!!!
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O B I T U A R I E S Betty Berkstresser
Haygood Gulley
(December 29, 1935 - June 14, 2018)
(May 12, 1919 - July 01, 2018)
Jack Haygood Gulley of Uvalde, Texas passed away on June 14, 2018 at St. Luke’s Baptist Hospital in San Antonio. Services will be held at St. Philips Episcopal church in Uvalde on Saturday, July 21, at 10:30, followed by a Masonic graveside of his ashes and there will follow a reception at the Uvalde Country Club a Celebration of his Life.
Arrangements for Betty Berkstresser who passed from this life on Sunday, July 1, 2018, are pending at this time and will be announced when they become available. Arrangements are under the personal care of Nelson Funeral Home of Leakey, Texas.
Helen Louise Crook
(February 07, 1930 - June 30, 2018)
There is no charge for
Arrangements for Helen Louise Crook who passed from this life on Saturday, June 30, 2018, are pending at this time and will be announced when they become available. Arrangements are under the personal care of Nelson Funeral Home of Leakey, Texas.
obituaries in
The Following Donations have been made to the Frio Canyon EMS:
In Loving Memory of: Jesse Guinn Given by: The Lynam Family
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WHEN PARENTS AND CHILDREN DISAGREE Children are a wonderful blessing! How exciting it is to hold a little baby and imagine the person they will become along with all the great things they will experience and accomplish. These feelings of expectation and happiness are amazing and hopefully will continue as we watch them grow throughout our lifetime, however, as children develop beyond their formative years and into their teens, our excitement often turns to confusion and discouragement. No one is perfect or has all the answers, and we might as well face the reality that even with our prayers, sometimes our offspring will not always go the way we thought they would. When children are young, they are subjected to the influences of their parents. As they grow older, they begin to explore and absorb what everyone else has to say about everything. In this process of comparing what they have been told with all of the new information they are gathering, it’s only a matter of time until they start forming their own opinions and worldviews about what is right and wrong. Often, these ideas and belief systems are different from their parents and of course
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 St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church Camp Wood, TX Mass: 11:30am Sunday Sacred Heart of Mary Catholic Church 401 N Hwy 377 P O Box 877 Rocksprings, TX 78880 830.683.2165 Mass: 9:00am Sunday Reál County Church 121 Oak Hill Ste. 4 Leakey, Texas Sunday School: 10:00am Worship: 11:00am Evening Worship: 6:00pm Wednesday Bible Study: 7:00pm Preacher: Charlie Gant
becomes an agonizing disappointment as they watch their child evolve into someone they never imagined. Proverbs chapter 22 reminds us how important it is to teach and raise a child according to God’s principles and we are grateful for His promise that as they grow older they will remember and embrace these truths. So, what can parents do that are facing this situation? I’ve been asked this question many times over the years and it seems as time goes on, I am hearing it even more. We can start with accepting that we cannot change what anyone believes and this includes our precious child. To present this statement in an even more sobering perspective, we can ask ourselves, is it possible that anyone could change what we believe? Probably not. So, once we understand the guidelines of the situation, we can move forward. We are living in an ever-changing world that is filled with all types of philosophies and ideologies which are being advertised as correct and acceptable alternative truths. Since we are referring to our ideas and opinions, let’s go back and recall our own experiences when we were in our teens and early twenties. As you were developing into an adult, did you
Come and Worship With Us 979-743-1066 Frio Canyon Baptist Church Pastor Michael Howard Hwy 83 South Leakey, TX (830) 232-5883 Sunday School: 9:45am Worship Service: 11:00am Evening Worship: 6:00pm Wed. Prayer: 6:30pm First Baptist Church P O Box 56 Hwy 83N Leakey, TX Pastor: Mark Spaniel Bible Study: 10:00am Worship: 11:00am Evening Worship: 6:00pm Wednesday Prayer: 7:00pm Mon-Fri Daily Prayer 11:00am 830.232.5344 Living Waters Church Hwy 1050 Utopia, TX 830.966.2426 Sunday School: 9:30 am Worship: 10:30 am Wednesday: 7:00pm Youth Alive: Saturday 7:00pm Children’s Church 2nd & 4th Sunday
@10:30 Youth Pastor Josef & Christy Richarz Pastor Dr. Robert Richarz 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
New Fellowship Church Hwy 337 & Camino Alto Leakey, TX 830.232.4287 Sunday School: 9:45am Pastor: Greg Mutchler Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship 10:45 a.m. Evening 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Service and Youth 6:30 p.m. Leakey Church of Christ One Block N of Courthouse Leakey, TX 78873 830.232.6933 Sunday School: 10:00am Come and Worship: 10:45am Evening: 6:00pm Wednesday: 7:00pm
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 Concan Baptist Mission Hwy 83 Concan, TX Worship: 9:30am Sunday School: 10:30am Evening Worship: 6:00pm Wednesday Bible Study: 6:00pm Pastor Ron Lowery Cowboy Church in the Nueces River Canyon HWY 55 N @ Angel Wings Cafe’ PO Box 158 Barksdale, TX 78828 (830) 234-3180 or 2345170 5th Sunday 6:30 pm and Every Tuesday @ 6:30 pm United Methodist Church P O Box 417 419 N. Market
by William F. Holland Jr., DD., C.ED.D. Minister/Chaplain
agree with the views of your parents? In some clans we notice that politics, religion, and social issues are not a big deal while in other families these topics consistently dominate the conversation. After an exhaustive exploration, some young adults will accept and approve their parent’s views while others will conclude their parents were either not intellectually able or willing to research the subject thus hindering their understanding. Moms and dads are not intentionally leading their children into error, but we can all make mistakes. Often, the child attempts to explain their newly discovered persuasions, only to encounter intense attitudes of displeasure and rejection. In these cases, it’s common to have both sides praying for each other that God will open eyes and hearts. When we pray we know that trusting God is acknowledging that He is the only one who has the power to transform someone’s thinking. Along with this fervent commitment to intercede, I must include another consideration just as important. There is a huge difference between asking God to make someone believe like we do and asking Him to open their eyes to the truth. You see, if we are just wanting a
Leakey, TX 78873 830.232.6266 Pastor: Rev. Walter Prescher Adult Sunday School: 9:30 am Worship: 11:00 am Children’s Church: 11:10 am Wednesday: 5:30 pm, Youth Group, Grades 7-12 Mt. Home Divide Chapel Hwy. 41 (near YO gate) 121 Divide School Rd. 640-3307 2nd Sun: 2:30 p.m. Wed.: 11a.m. Bible Study Reagan Wells Baptist Church 8415 Ranch Road 1051 830-232-5504 Pastor: Mark Moore Sunday School: 9:45 am Sunday Services: 10:50 am & 6:00 pm Wednesday Service: 7:00 pm Sabinal Church of Christ Sunday school 10 a.m. Worship 11 a.m & 6.p.m. Wednesday 6 p.m. Minister David Sprott 830-988-2081
“mini-me” we are missing the point. Having someone who believes exactly like us might make us feel good, but what if we are wrong? At the end of the day, sometimes the parents are right and sometimes the next generation is right. Nonetheless, it’s important to remember that God’s love is what binds us together far beyond our convictions and interpretations. Yes, what we believe is who we are and learning how to get along with someone when you strongly disagree with them is challenging to say the least, but if we desire to have a meaningful relationship with them, it is also necessary. Since Jesus is the way, the truth, and the life, we will always discover more unity and agreement when we humbly listen and learn from Him. Read more articles and stories about the Christian life and ask about our free scripture CD at billyhollandministries.com
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Wednesday, July 4, 2018
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Illnesses caused by Cyclospora parasite prompt public health investigation State health officials are investigating 56 cases of illness due to the parasite Cyclospora since the beginning of May. DSHS is working with local health departments around the state and health departments in other states seeing an outbreak to gather information about the cases and determine whether there is a common source for the infections. Cyclosporiasis is an intestinal illness caused by consuming food or water contaminated with the microscopic Cyclospora parasite. The main symptom is watery diarrhea lasting a few days to a few months. Additional symptoms may include loss of appetite, fatigue, weight loss, abdominal cramps, bloating,
increased gas, nausea, vomiting and a low fever. Symptoms may come and go multiple times over a period of weeks or months. People with symptoms that could be related to Cyclospora should contact their health care provider for treatment. A recent health advisory asks providers to test patients who have diarrhea lasting more than a few days or diarrhea accompanied by severe loss of appetite or fatigue. Health care providers should promptly report cases so that public health can investigate them and attempt to determine the source in order to head off future cases. Past outbreaks in the U.S. have been
associated with consumption of imported fresh produce, including fresh prepackaged salad mix, raspberries, basil, snow peas, and mesclun greens. Texas has had multiple outbreaks linked to cilantro. DSHS recommends thoroughly washing all fresh produce, but that may not entirely eliminate the risk because Cyclospora can be very difficult to wash off. Cooking will kill the parasite. Infection is generally not transmitted directly from person-to-person. There were 319 cases of cyclosporiasis in Texas reported last year.
CDC Urges Public To Start The Conversation About Sepsis (BPT) - Each year, at least 1.7 million Americans develop sepsis, and nearly 270,000 die as a result. While anyone can get an infection, and almost any infection can lead to sepsis, only 55% of Americans have heard of sepsis.[1] Sepsis is the body’s extreme response to an infection. It is lifethreatening, and without timely treatment, sepsis can rapidly lead to tissue damage, organ failure, and death. Sepsis happens when an infection you already have - in your skin, lungs, urinary tract, or somewhere else - triggers a chain reaction throughout your body. Start the conversation about sepsis today with your doctor or nurse using these five questions: 1. How can I protect myself from sepsis? It’s important to know the signs and symptoms of sepsis, and act fast if sepsis is suspected. Signs and symptoms of sepsis can include one or a combination of any of the following: confusion or disorientation; shortness of breath; high heart rate; fever, or shivering, or feeling very cold; extreme pain or discomfort; and clammy or sweaty skin. An infection that’s not getting better or is getting worse can lead to sepsis. Get medical care immediately if you suspect sepsis. 2. How can I prevent infections? Talk to your doctor or nurse about steps you can take to prevent infections that can lead to sepsis. To prevent infections, take good care of chronic conditions and get recommended vaccines. Also, practice good hygiene like washing your hands and keeping cuts clean and covered until healed. 3. Who is at higher risk for developing sepsis? Certain people are at higher risk, including adults 65 or older; people with chronic medical conditions, such as diabetes, lung disease, cancer, and kidney disease; people with weakened immune systems; and children younger than one.
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Helping you understand total knee replacement (BPT) - Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA), often referred to as knee replacement surgery, can sound like an intimidating and worrisome procedure, especially for those who aren’t familiar with advances in knee replacement implants. Knee replacement surgery is a viable option because it can help alleviate pain and improve mobility by replacing damaged bone. Many patients discover they are able to get their mobility back after surgery and return to doing the things they love. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 43.5% of adults with doctor-diagnosed arthritis have limitations in their usual activities due to their arthritis1. Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis. Knee replacement surgery is a common approach to treating osteoarthritis of the knee - a disease where cartilage covering the bones wears down over time, leaving them to rub against each other and causing pain and reduced motion. Even though TKA is a common procedure performed more than 600,000 times each year in the U.S. alone2, many have misconceptions about knee replacement surgery. Two of the most common fears people express are how painful the procedure and recovery will be, and whether they will regain their mobility afterward. In part, advancements in knee replacement implants such as the
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ATTUNE® Knee from DePuy Synthes can help alleviate some of these concerns. Because it was designed to work in harmony with a patient’s knee muscles and ligaments, the ATTUNE Knee can help increase stability and reduce pain, thereby helping patients get back to living life and pursuing passions sooner3,4. “I’ve been using the ATTUNE Knee in
my practice for about three years,” said Dr. Sarkis Bedikian, orthopaedic surgeon, MidAmerica Orthopaedics. “With the improvements in technology that the ATTUNE Knee delivers, my patients have had less pain and swelling after surgery, allowing them to recover quicker so they can get back to life quicker.” Just as important as the choice of implant, is a focused rehabilitation protocol. “I tell
my patients to expect pain after surgery. They know that they need to listen to their physical therapist and work hard at rehab,” said Dr. Bedikian. “The benefit I have seen with the ATTUNE Knee is that the rehab activities that used to take my patients three months, now take about six weeks.” In fact, in a clinical study, physical therapists noted that ATTUNE Knee patients had significantly greater range of motion than other knee replacement patients, both at two and six weeks postsurgery5. “Before surgery simple tasks like sleeping, visiting friends, and even using the restroom are difficult and significantly impact quality of life,” said Dr. Bedikian. “After surgery, it’s rewarding when my patients tell me they are happy and are able to get back to their activities with less or no pain.” Choosing the right knee replacement is an essential part in helping patients get back to the activities they love sooner. It’s important to know that the performance of knee replacements depends on age, weight, activity level and other factors. There are potential risks and recovery takes time. People with conditions limiting rehabilitation should not have these surgeries. Only an orthopedic surgeon can determine if knee replacement is necessary based on an individual patient’s condition.
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#22 – New Listing! Immaculate 3/2 Home on corner lot Emerald Oaks, open concept, chef’s kitchen, 2 car garage, oak trees, shown by appt., additional land may be available $215,000 · #20 – New Listing! Remote 14.56 AC, cabin with deck, electricity, rain water harvest system, spring fed creek, great for get away or hunting $134,500 · #11 – New Listing! 5.27 AC adjacent to Roaring Springs park, electric meter & pad, great views, access to 50 AC spring fed park for swimming, fishing $57,000 · #1 – New Listing! Gorgeous 3/2 Log Home with sweeping views overlooking Concan & Frio Canyon, large deck, outside patio area, Frio River Access, hasn’t been in rental pool, but could be $329,000 · #10 – New Listing! Hilltop Cabin on 5.33 AC, Hill Country Charm, sleek & modern, energy efficient, includes appliances, DirecTV dish, access to 50 AC park, spring fed swimming area, fishing lake, gated community $135,000 · #16 – New Listing! 20 AC+/- Frio Canyon acreage with current Agriculture Tax Evaluation, no improvements, no HOA, deep soil, partial fencing, near Garner State Park & Frio River $10,000 per acre, To Be Surveyed · #9 – New Listing! 6.28 AC access to spring fed swimming area, fishing lake, hiking, gated community $54,900 · #7 – New Listing! 6.57 Wooded Acres Deer Creek, electricity, fenced, minutes to Garner State Park & Frio River, gated subdivision for privacy $98,550 · #23 – HUGE REDUCTION! 20.16 AC with 4WD Access, furnished hunter’s cabin with rainwater & solar harvest, blinds, feeders, generator, wood burning stove $89,500 · #14 – 9.31 AC Spring Fed Creek, remote & private, 3/2 house w/screened porch & FP, well, electricity, workshop, fruit trees. Possible owner terms, with approved credit $140,000 · #18 – Beautiful Panoramic Views from this 1.01 AC Concan lot, water & electric available, clubhouse with pool, hiking, fishing pond, gated community $55,000 · #19 – FRIO RIVERFRONT HOME 2 BD/2.5 BA with Rock Fireplace near Garner State Park, carport, workshop, fencing, garden & fruit trees, gated community. Many Xtras included $487,500 · #27 – Established Hunting Camp 42.19 AC+/- N. of Leakey, rustic cabin, ATV & foot trails, blinds & feeders already in place, Axis & Whitetail Deer $160,000 · #8 – Nueces River Access 2.28 AC water & electric available, views of surrounding hills, walking distance to river park $46,000 · #3 – 2/1 Brick Home on 2+ Fenced AC in Leakey with 2 vehicle carport, metal pole barn, lots of Oak & Pecan trees, great starter or retirement home $185,000 · #24 – Income Producing Business on 10 AC near Garner State Park, fronts Hwy 83, 8 rental cabins, 2 RV sites, fully equipped restaurant with seating for 90, BBQ kitchen with built in pit. Possible partial financing WAC $1.2 million · #21 – 15.66 AC with approx..1200 ft Creekfront, small cabin, city water available, mature oak trees, easy access, Whitetail & Axis Deer, antelope $264,500 · #15 – FRIO RIVER ACCESS at private park – Pretty 1.68 Ac lot, water & electric available, views, RV storage, short walk to river. Motivated Seller – Make an Offer! $90,000 · #13 – FRIO RIVER ACCESS – 3/2 Home, covered patio, carport, access 2 River parks, gated community near Leakey $125,000 · #2 – 1.9 AC close to Leakey, fenced, small building with bath & living area, workshop, beautiful view of mountains $82,900 · #29 – 3.58 AC N. of Leakey, fronts Hwy 83, water & electric available, sweeping view of hills $75,000 · #6 – 55.38 AC Hunting Ranch NW Real Co. easy access from I-10, fronts Hwy 41, Cabin w/electricity $185,523 · #36 – 9.3 AC Homesite in gated community West of Leakey, water, electric, beautiful views, possible owner terms $108,600 · #44 – 5.601 AC Sabinal Riverfront, huge Cypress Trees, beautiful view of river, gated community (Owner/Agent) $215,000 · #45 - Sabinal Riverfront Lot, Hwy 187 front, Utopia, joins #46 (Owner/Agent) $75,000 · #46 – Fronts Sabinal River & Hwy 187 just outside Utopia, metal 2 car storage bldg., joins #45 (Owner/Agent) $85,000 · #31 – 7 AC Hillside views, 3/2 Home overlooking spring-fed lake which is part of 50 AC park for Roaring Springs $199,000 · #57 – 1.07 AC Concan adjacent & access to community clubhouse/swim pool, water system, underground utilities, paved street, build on to rent. OWNER TERMS $5000 down, 7%, 10 yr, $464.44 per month (Owner/Broker) $45,000 · #5 – Rustic Hillside Cabin, electricity, water & septic on 5 AC, sweeping views from large covered deck, minutes to Leakey & Frio River $109,000 PENDING # 18 1.01 Ac Panoramic Views in ConCan. Utilites available, extra amenities . $55,000 # 30 Nueces River Access 2.28 AC water & electric available, septic installed. Building site w/view of hills, gated community $46,000 PENDING . # 33 3 BD/2 BA/2 Car Garage, Exceptionally Neat & well maintained home on 1.3 AC, high ceilings, fenced, workshop, landscaped, minutes to Frio River and Leakey $ 215,000 PENDING
Bluebonnets No flower is more associated with the Lone Star State than the bluebonnet. The flower lines Texas highways during the spring, making for scenic drives across the state. On March 7, 1901, the Twenty-seventh Texas Legislature adopted the bluebonnet as the state flower. The flower’s popular name derives from its resemblance to a sunbonnet. It has also been called buffalo clover, wolf flower, and, in Spanish, el conejo (“the rabbit”). On March 8, 1971, the legislation was amended to include L. texensis and “any other variety of bluebonnet not heretofore recorded.” At least four other species of bluebonnet grow in Texas: L. havardii, L. concinnus, L. perennis, and L. plattensis. Contrary to various folk stories and legends claiming that the plant originated outside the state, L. texensis and L. subcarnosus are native to Texas. In 1933 the legislature adopted a state flower song, “Bluebonnets,” written by Julia D. Booth and Lora C. Crockett. Also in the 1930s the Highway Department began a landscaping and beautification program and extended the flower’s range. Due largely to that agency’s efforts, bluebonnets now grow along most major highways throughout the state. The flower usually blooms in late March and early April and is found mostly in limestone outcroppings from north central Texas to Mexico. Its popularity is still widespread today. Although early explorers failed to mention the bluebonnet in their descriptions of Texas, Indian lore called the flower a gift from the Great Spirit. The bluebonnet continues to be a favorite subject for artists and photographers, and at the peak of bloom, festivals featuring the flower are held in several locations.
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GRANNY’S KITCHEN
BACK TO BASICS.... 4 t h o f J u l y C e l e b r a t i o n This week we have a few grilling recipes. The Fourth is here and it’s time for family gatherings and lots and lots of good food! Happy Fourth Everyone!
SHRIMP KABOBS
Grilling Spray 1 cup long-grain white rice, uncooked 1-1/4 cups water 3/4 cup canned lite coconut milk 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 can (14.5 oz each) Petite Diced Tomatoes, drained 3/4 cup chopped fresh mango 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro 1 pound peeled and deveined large shrimp (26/33 count) with tail, thawed if frozen 1 tablespoon Canola Oil 3/4 teaspoon curry powder Lime wedges, optional Spray cold grate of gas grill with grilling spray. Preheat grill for medium heat. Stir together rice, water, coconut milk and salt in medium saucepan. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat and simmer 15 to 20 minutes or until liquid is absorbed and rice is tender. Stir in drained tomatoes, mango and cilantro. Meanwhile, toss shrimp with oil and curry powder in large bowl; set aside. When rice is done, thread shrimp evenly onto metal skewers. Grill shrimp 2 to 3 minutes on each side or just until shrimp turn pink. Serve shrimp and rice with lime wedges, if desired
PEACH AND BLUEBERRY FOIL PACKET
2 cups sliced fresh peaches (2 cups = about 4 small) 1 cup fresh blueberries 2 tablespoons firmly packed light brown sugar 1 tablespoon butter or margarine 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg 4 containers (4 fl oz each) Vanilla Bean Greek Frozen Yogurt Preheat gas grill for medium heat. Meanwhile, combine peaches, blueberries, brown sugar, butter or margarine and nutmeg in medium bowl. Place one 18x18 piece of heavy aluminum foil on counter. Place fruit mixture in center of foil. Double fold top and ends of foil, leaving space for steam to gather. Place packet on grate; cover grill. Grill 15 minutes or until fruit is tender. Carefully open packet; serve warm fruit over Greek frozen yogurt.
BERRY SMOOTHIE
PARMESAN ENCRUSTED TILAPIA No-Stick Cooking Spray 1/3 cup dry unseasoned bread crumbs 2 teaspoons parsley flakes 1/4 teaspoon paprika 1/4 teaspoon salt 4 tilapia fillets, thawed if frozen (4 fillets = 1 lb) on sale 2 tablespoons Spicy Brown Mustard on sale 4 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese Preheat oven to 375°F. Spray shallow baking pan with cooking spray. Stir together bread crumbs, parsley, paprika and salt in shallow dish. Brush both sides of each fillet with mustard. Place fillets in crumbs; coat with crumbs. Place fillets in baking pan. Sprinkle fillets with cheese. Bake 10 to 12 minutes or until fish flakes easily with fork (145°F).
PATRIOTIC WATERMELON, BLUEBERRY & FETA SALAD
Grilling Spray 1 can (14.5 oz each) Diced Tomatoes, drained 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped fine 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 thick slice (about 1 inch) watermelon with rind (for 2 cups diced) 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese 1 cup fresh blueberries Spray cold grate of gas grill with grilling spray. Preheat grill for high heat. Meanwhile, combine drained tomatoes, basil, oil, vinegar, salt and pepper in medium bowl. Grill watermelon 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until grill marks develop. Cool slightly. Add washed and drained blueberries. Remove rind; dice watermelon. Add to rest of ingredients; gently stir together. Sprinkle with cheese.
by Elaine Padgett Carnegie
1 container (4 fl oz each) Raspberry Greek Frozen Yogurt 1/2 small ripe banana, cut into pieces 1/4 cup lowfat (1%) milk 1/4 cup frozen unsweetened mixed berries 1/2 cup ice cubes Dairy Whipped Topping, optional Place all ingredients, except whipped topping, in blender container; blend until smooth. Top with whipped topping, if desired.
July 4th Layered Drinks Recipe
Layered drinks in red, white, and blue- perfect for 4th of July! Non-alcoholic and kid-friendly for your next party! INGREDIENTS: 1 Cup Red CranApple juice 1 Cup White Sobe Pina Colada flavored drink 1 Cup Blue G2 Gatorade Ice DIRECTIONS: Fill your glass 1/3 of the way full with CranApple juice. Fill to the top with ice. Slowly pour the remaining drinks directly on top of a piece of ice. NOTES: You MUST pour SLOWLY, DIRECTLY over ice
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6 SURE-FIRE TIPS THAT SAVE TIME AND LABOR ON YARD WORK AND GARDENING (BPT) - It’s summertime, and you’ll want to spend many sundrenched hours in the great outdoors. But while Mother Nature is flourishing, it feels like you’re wasting too many precious summer afternoons and evenings doing chores in the yard and garden. Give some of these labor-saving tips a try so you have more time for your favorite summer activities. 1. Get organized Nothing wastes time like having to search around for misplaced trowels, seed packets and garden rakes. It’s worth the time and effort to create a zone in your garage or shed that’s just for gardening and yard care tools. Use organizing tools like pegboards and repurposed containers to keep like items grouped together. A dollar-store photo album is perfect for keeping seed packets and plant care sticks organized for future use. 2. Harness perennial power Instead of planting a new set of annual flowers and plants in the ground each spring, opt for more perennials. These hardy plants will leap back to life without needing much attention. Talk to the university extension office in your area or a local nursery to discover the beautiful blooms that thrive and renew in your region. 3. Lighten your container pots Larger container pots add color and dimension to any yard or patio. Trouble is, they can get heavy and hard to move. Before planting, fill the bottom half of the empty container with packing peanuts. Then, fit a piece of landscaping fabric on top. This lets the water drain through, but still barricades soil. Fill the rest of the container with soil, add the plants, and, voila! Your containers are now several pounds lighter and much easier to move. 4. Automate your watering Watering your lawn and garden is not only physically taxing, it’s
easy to forget. Between over-watering and under-watering, it can also be tough to get just right. Luckily, there’s a new generation of irrigation tools that let you customize and automate your watering schedule for the entire yard with a smartphone app. The Gro 7-Zone Controller is an easy-toinstall smart irrigation system that uses realtime weather data to tailor watering schedules to your lawn’s needs. Add Gro Water Sensors to container pots and gardens to measure the moisture content in your soil; when plants get thirsty, you get a smartphone alert. Finally, Gro precision watering kits feature one-time, easy installation for hands-free watering while delivering water precisely where and when plants need it most. Even if you’re on vacation or getting through a hot dry spell, these tools will greatly streamline your watering routine while keeping your turf lush and blooms beautiful. 5. Use “instant” lawn fertilizer Emptying the grass catcher wastes precious time when mowing the lawn. Save yourself some labor and simply let grass clippings fall right onto the turf. They break down relatively quickly, providing the perfect food for your lawn. 6. Win the war on weeds If unwanted weeds start surfacing in garden beds, try this easy, chemical-free fix. Start by placing newspaper and cardboard on top of the soil, leaving a little space around the stems of the garden plants. Then, cover the entire surface with a layer of mulch. This barrier blocks weeds from emerging at the surface and lets you cross that chore off your list for the rest of the season. The summer season is all too brief. But with these tips, you can spend less time on chores and more time enjoying yourself outside!
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Good Lighting, Games And Garlic Bites: 5 Outdoor Party Tips (BPT) - Whatever the occasion, you can take advantage of the sun and extra space outside for the perfect backyard party. Let these tips help you plan and get your outdoor space ready for guests. 1. Cluster the conversation spots When planning your backyard layout, think beyond the patio table, and provide more than enough seating for all. Arrange sofas and chairs into conversation clusters to keep people outside and enjoying each other’s company. It’s also smart to provide coffee tables, side tables and other spaces where people can set their drinks and snacks. Don’t be afraid to borrow pieces from a friend or neighbor to make the party set complete. 2. Add the right lighting Consider the time of day of your gathering and what that means for your lighting. Intense late-day sun glare is unpleasant for all, but a few strategically placed patio plants can make a dramatic difference (and make the space feel more intimate). For the post-sundown festivities, light up the party zone with holiday lights along deck rails or zig-zagged overhead. Add a fire pit, and, if it’s chilly, an extra stash of throw blankets and jackets and you’ll have a cozy, well-lit space for those late-night talks. 3. Keep flying invaders at bay No one likes it when uninvited guests like flying, biting insects show up. Bottles of insect repellent in a conspicuous place are
a good bet on buggy nights, but keep these (and the spraying area) well away from the food. For a chemical-free alternative, set out a fan or two on a low setting to stir up enough of a breeze to keep the pests away. 4. Get your game on For the ultimate crowd mixer and crowd pleaser, keep a few fun and easy yard games on hand. Dust off the old bocce ball set. Or, with a few simple materials from your local hardware store, you can create and customize DIY versions of your favorites, including bean-bag toss, ring toss or even target shooting with water guns. 5. Keep the snacks simple and stress free The secret to a good party is not stressing over every detail of the décor and the same goes for the food. An array of delicious but simple snacks are more than enough to get the party started. Soft pretzels are always a party favorite, but did you know that most people - 69 percent of them, to be exact - prefer to eat their soft pretzels dipped? Another 28 percent prefer cheese toppings.
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For the perfect snack to spice up the festivities, include a batch of Superpretzel Parmesan Garlic Bites (see recipes below). Parmesan Garlic Bites Ingredients: 9-12 Superpretzel Soft Pretzel Bites 1/2 cup of extra virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons wet, minced garlic 2 tablespoons dry parsley 2 tablespoons pretzel salt 1/4 cup of Parmesan cheese Directions: In a bowl, combine the extra virgin olive oil, garlic, pretzel salt, parsley and cheese and set aside. Deep fry the pretzel bites in your favorite cooking oil at 360 degrees F for about 2 minutes. When done, dredge the pretzel bites into the oil and cheese mixture. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
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HELP WANTED. Labor work. Must have own transportation. Must be reliable, responsible, and a team player. No drugs and subject to background checks. Call (830) 232-4388 for more information. Hill Country Youth Ranch/ Big Springs Ranch for children is in need of live- in house parents. Challenging but rewarding work with a non-profit haven for children that has been around for 40 years in the beautiful Hill Country. Paid training, salary increase every 6 months. Focus on children’s well-being through structure and role modeling while being a leader to the children by organizing and mentoring daily life skills. Housing and meals provided while working. Live-in with scheduled days off. Twenty-one years or older. High school diploma or GED. Current Texas driver’s license. Background check required. Equal Opportunity Employer. Call 830-367-6111 or contact@youth-ranch.org. Big Springs Ranch for Children in Leakey, Texas is looking for a full time maintenance worker. Grounds keeping and minor facility repairs. Entry-level position. Weed-eating and tree-trimming. Must be able to lift and move furniture and heavy appliances, as needed. Drug test and background check. Full-time, plus benefits. EOE. Call 830-367-6111 or contact@youth-ranch.org.
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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. 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 $89,500. 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. 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 $89,500
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Come see this beautiful home on 5 acres in the Ridge! Great open floor plan, three bedrooms three baths with outstanding views of the Frio Canyon. High ceilings, top of the line appliances and counter tops, outdoor kitchen area with inground pool and hot tub. The home is surrounded by huge Oaks that give it a high degree of privacy, yet with an astounding view. This property is not currently in a rental pool, but it could be if you want it too. This one is too beautiful for words, you must see it, so call us today! We can make it happen. $689,900 Four Bedroom four bath river front home located in the popular Frio Pecan Farm. Home is a good money maker and is in like new condition. Open floor plan concept with great room. Huge deck overlooking the river. $439,000. River front home in Rivertree! Three-bedroom, two bath home on 4.38 acres on the Frio River. $459,000. 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. $398,000. 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. PRICE REDUCED!!! 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. $499,000. Two bed-room one bath home in Leakey, located on corner lot and walking distance to schools. $115,000.
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