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Chloe Hobbs is this year’s Real County Junior Horse Club Rodeo Queen. Chloe is the daughter of Casey Allen and Gini Hobbs and sister to Joaquin McCauley. She is a Junior attending Utopia ISD, where she participates in volleyball and is very active in the Live Stock show, where she shows steers. In rodeo she competes in clover leaf barrels, straight barrels, pole bending, goat tying, and breakaway roping. She loves rodeo but says her favorite event is the barrels. Chloe rides her horse Corona Light as she participates throughout the area in rodeos. Chloe is 16 years old and her favorite color is Red, and her favorite food is Whataburger fries. Rinley Wernette is this year’s Little Miss Rodeo Queen. Rinley is the 7 year old daughter of Shane and Sarah Wernette and sister to Cooper Wernette. She lives in Utopia Texas and is in the second grade at Utopia Elementary. She enjoys riding her horses Pedro and Oreo, gymnastics, hunting, swimming in the river, slumber parties and the movies. Rinley especially enjoys goat tying. Rinley’s favorite color is pink and her favorite food is Avacado. Don’t miss our July Jubilee Rodeo Royalty at the Red, White and You 4th of July Series Rodeo, Friday July
FOR REAL COUNTY
Dub’s Corner ............................ Page 7
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LOCAL HORSE CLUB PLAYNIGHTS
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A SHATTERED SPRING THE STORY OF 1927 ROCKSPRINGS TORNADO ............................ Page 4
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INDEX Legals/Jail Register ... . Page 3Community News ......... Page 4-6 Feature Story ................ Page 7 Community Events.........Page 8-9 Obituaries ...................... Page 10 Classifieds ..................... Page 14
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6th and Saturday July 7th, 8:00 pm both nights at the Real County Junior Horse Club Arena, Leakey, Texas. All proceeds benefit the Real County Junior Horse Club. Come support this wonderful organization that gives children the opportunity to be outside and enjoy the wonders of nature, healthy competition and success! The first play-day activities were held in 1974. The Real County Jr. Horse Club became an official organization “to further the participation of youth in activities on horseback, and related activities.” Over the last 40 plus years club members held bake sales, barbecues, and goat roping’s to raise money so the concession, restrooms, and arena could be built. Thousands of hours of labor were donated by men and women of the horse club. Since those first years, the Horse Club has continued to grow and last year was able to purchase the arena. Although the faces of the board, directors, and members have changed, the purpose of the organization is still the same. There are no paid staff members in their organization. all funds raised are utilized to reward the youth of the club for their participation in the organization and each year the club awards scholarships to deserving youth of our area.
RIMKUS MANAGEMENT NAMED BUSINESS OF THE YEAR Each year the Frio Canyon Chamber of Commerce selects a local business that has impacted the community in a positive way. This year that honor was awarded to Rimkus Management. Rimkus Management was awarded the contract to manage the concessions inside Garner State Park in 2001. Keeping it as a family business, Brett was named President of the company, and his father Daniel Rimkus the CEO. Ginger Patterson-Danny’s sister is the business accountant and Bo Allen-the matriarch of the family is the eagle eye over it all. Bo checks over each bill and invoice, she writes the checks and completes daily reports required by TPWD. In 2003, Brett married Renee Rimkus. Renee joined the hands on portion of the business with buying, staging and setting the stores. They soon welcomed children Fisher, Hayden and Ruby to the family.
This summer, the adoption of Heather, Chase and Holton will be finalized as well. It is not uncommon to find the Rimkus kids pitching in to help the family business by picking up trash, checking customers out or any number of odd jobs. At the time Rimkus Mgmt. was awarded the contract, the concessions consisted of a small souvenir shop, grill, mini golf, park store and kayak rentals. Over the past 18 years, Rimkus Management has made several improvements as well as added to the concessions. The mini golf course now features a unique candy shop. The small souvenir store is now a large gift shop that showcases a huge variety of souvenirs and a great assortment of unique gift items. At the boat house, you will find an updated boat trailer that houses Stand Up Paddle Boards, continued page 4
BEC Employees Hit 1 Million Hours ‘No Lost Time’ BEC employees recently celebrated 1 million hours worked with no lost time. “Our last ‘Lost Time’ injury was July 2012, so it took us just about six years to reach this milestone,” said Tim Landes, BEC Job Training, Safety and Loss Control Coordinator. That equals to 2,142 days without anyone losing work hours to an injury. “Safety is a group effort and is a top priority, a value and a mindset. I am very proud of our continued focus and
commitment to safety. In an economy in which we are committed to being as efficient, productive and safe as possible, this achievement is all the more notable,” Landes said. The previous record for BEC was 743,770 hours with no lost time in 2012. “This is an important achievement that illustrates how seriously our teammates are committed to safety,” Landes said. “I’m very proud of our continued focus and commitment on safety.”
BEC has continually emphasized safety and has developed a culture where everyone has a say in safety. “It is key that all employees are positively involved and motivated with their safety as well as the safety of others. By providing a full circle approach to safety—ergonomic, behavior-based safety coaching, around the clock care and support from initiatives which target the issues affecting employees—we are able to consider each individual as a
Real County Commissioner’s Court At Monday’s Real County Commissioner’s Court meeting, Commissioners again held tight to the purse strings. The first item on the agenda was discussion of the application to the Texas (*Water) Development Board for Flood Early Warning systems. Carl Esser from Esser and Co., told the court Real County did not receive the grant for the purchase of the warning system. Judge W.B. “Sonny” Sansom told the Commissioners “We will just have to wait until the next grant comes up.” With that the court took no action or discussion on
the purchase of the Flood Early Warning system. Commissioners appointed Commissioner Ramon Ybarra as delegate of updating the County Road Inventory with the Texas Department of Transportation. Commissioner Ybarra discussed with Commissioners the lease for the Nutrition Van from Nueces Canyon ISD for $1.00/per year. Sansom stated since the County Attorney was not present, the court needed to wait to approve the lease until he could review it. Commissioners took no action. Next was agenda item for discussion and/or
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act upon Roy Chisum Bridge. Commissioner Bryan Shackelford motioned to accept the bid from Nick Morales to repair the bridge, Commissioners approved. Next was Road and Bridge Budget line items for 2018. During this discussion Ybarra stated the dire need for vehicles for the road hands, stating one of the trucks currently used will only go 10-15 mph. He also stated the need for road equipment for both road maintenance crews. Sansom stated several line items in the current budget were in the red totaling approximately $90k.
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person, rather than just an employee. Relentless and continued efforts have created a culture where safety is the most important aspect of our business because without employees, servicing our members is impossible,” added Landes. He added that safety is the top priority, followed by customer focus and operational excellence.
After some lengthy discussions of where to get the money from, Commissioners took no action. Sansom stated “We will just have to wait until October.” In Treasurer’s reports from previous months, Emergency Reserves are listed at over one (1) million dollars while the Super Now Account is over two (2) million dollars. If you would like to voice your opinion as to where your tax dollars are spent please contact your Commissioner, their numbers are listed on page 3.
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REAL COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE WANTED PERSONS AND FUGITIVES
JAIL REGISTER June 3 - June 9, 2018
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.
NO REPORT THIS WEEK
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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
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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.
John Ta DOB 11-26-1984 VOP – Evading Arrest + - 4
Michael Galindo DOB 02-04-1988 Capias Pro-Fines – 2 Warrants
Ashley Falcon DOB 02-25-1992 Bail Jumping – Failure to appear – 1 Warrant
Capias Pro-Fine (Subjects CAN MAKE PAYOFF by contacting our office with cash, cashier’s check, or money order)
DETAINER LIST McMahan, Khristy Anne, 49 W/F, Theft of Property => $100 <$750 Theft of Property => $100 <$750 5/9/2017, Texas Department of Criminal Justice Pitcher, John Truman, 43 W/M, Bond Forfeiture - Burglary of Habitation, Bond Forfeiture - Bail Jumping and Failure to Appear - Bond Forfeiture - Terrorist Threat10/20/2017, Dearborn County Jail, IN Hosmer, Jonathan 44 W/M, Violation of Probation - Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle 3/6/2018 Medina County Jail, TX Fritsch, Tiffannie Cherie, 34 W/F, Violation of Probation - Forgery, 4/16/2018, Texas Depeartment of Corrections Mendoza, Eduardo Carreon, 22 W/M, Violation of Probation - Escape, 4/16/2018, Texas Depeartment of Corrections, Violation of Probation - Burglary of a Building of CT1 Theft of Property >1500<2000 CT2 4/16/2018, Texas Depeartment 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 Adams, Cameron 19 W/M Bail Jumping and Failure to Appear 5/11/ 2018 Jefferson County Jail, TX Novak, John 28 W/M Bail Jumping and Failure to Appear 6/8/2018 Uvalde County Jail, TX 6/9/2018 $3,000 Surety Bond
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 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 Bandera Cortez-Flores, Jesus Unauthorized use of Vehicle District 12/28/2017 16 Mths TDCJ State Jail 4/13/2018 Bandera Bunk, Sharon Carol Violation of Probation - Poss CS PG 1 > 4G < 200G District 5/4/2018 Bandera
Falcon,Estrellita Hidalgo Violation of Probation - Theft Prop >=$100<$750 County 5/13/2018 45 Days CJT 5/14/2018 N/A Edwards 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 County 5/17/2018 Bandera Rainwater,Jenifer Lynn Forgery (10 days jail sanction) District 6/1/2018 10 Days CJT (Sanction) 6/1/2018
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Christopher Tomerlin DOB 01-201986 Failure to appear – Violation of pre-trial release – 2 Warrants
Michael Wells DOB 12-21-1965 VOP – Discharging a firearm / Disorderly Conduct – 1 Warrant
Christopher Wilson DOB 01-06-1984 VOP – Criminal Mischief – 1 Warrant
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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
NOTICE CALLING FOR BOARD OF DIRECTORS
ELECTION ON NOVEMBER 6, 2018 The Real-Edwards Conservation and Reclamation District (the District) will hold an election on Tuesday, November 6 th , 2018 to elect five (5) directors; two (2) directors, Places 5 and 7 will be residents of Edwards County and Places 6 and 8 will be residents of Real County. An At-Large Position will also be elected at this time and will be a resident of the District (Real County or Edwards County). Applications will be available beginning Saturday, July 21st, 2018 during regular business hours (8:00 A.M. till 5:00 P.M.) at: the Real-Edwards Conservation and Reclamation District Office located at 234 Evergreen Street, Leakey, or by request in Leakey or Rocksprings from General Manager, Joel Pigg. I will make arrangements to meet you with the necessary paperwork. Applications must be filed no later than 5:00 PM on Monday, August 20th, 2018. For more information, contact the District Office at (830) 232-5733 or email joelpigg@recrd.org
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Members of the Nueces Canyon C.I.S.D. Board of Education met in regular session on June 18th, 2018. Danny Irwin, Board President, presided at the meeting. The board meeting was called to order at 6:35 pm. Mark Martinez gave the invocation. Kristi Powers gave the Principals Report and reported to the board: · NCCISD had 16 high school graduates for the 2017-2018 school year. · Two of the NCHS Seniors, Nicole DeLaRosa and Nataliah DeLeon, participated in UIL Academic State competition. · The band traveled to Dallas/Fort Worth on an end of year trip. · Each campus enjoyed field days at the end of the school year. Students took the ACT test on June 9 – 16 out of 19 of the Class of 2019 have taken the ACT. Kristi Powers presented the Food Services Report for the month saying: · The cafeteria is anticipated to finish up the budget year in good financial shape. The Girls Athletic report included: · 12 girls are involved in HS summer league basketball in Boerne 2 and 11 girls are competing on the JH level. · Open gym is all this month and through July on Mon., Tues., and Thurs. evenings · 5 kids from high school to elementary levels will be competing in summer track events around the state · Mrs. Powers has been promoting tennis in our community and school with “Match-night Mondays” held every Monday evening from 7:00 PM- 8:30PM at the elementary courts. So spread the word to any adults interested. · Recent NC graduates, Tori Carabajal and Megan Sifuentes both competed in their last game together as team mates when they represented the red “Team Texas”
in the WTxCA All Star game at ASU on June 3rd · Megan Sifuentes will compete in the TSMCA All Star game in mid-July. Napthali Fletcher gave the Boys Athletic report: · Strength and conditioning and open gym are currently happening. · Basketball camp and football camps are scheduled. In the Transportation Report to the School Board Stephen Smith reported: · The fleet is in good condition. In the Maintenance Report to the School Board Stephen Smith reported: · Summer cleaning of the elementary campus is almost complete · Summer cleaning of the junior high and high school campus will begin soon. · The turf on the football field is undergoing a revitalization process. · One air conditioning unit at the elementary will be replaced. Leda Winston addressed the board in Open Forum regarding administrative staffing. In the consent agenda the board: • The board approved the minutes of the previous meeting. • The board voted to accept and pay bills as presented. • The board accepted the Budget/ Finance report as presented. Several action items were considered by the School Board: · The board voted to approve the 20182019 Texas Teacher Evaluation and Support System Calendar. · The board voted to approve the Agreement for the Purchase of Attendance Credits (Netting Chapter 42 Funding). · The board voted to approve Campus and District Improvement Plans for 20182019. · The board voted to approve suspension
of policy DC (LOCAL) and delegating to the superintendent the authority to employ contract personnel until the August Board Meeting. The board went into Executive Session from 7:05 until 8:41pm. Upon opening into Regular Session: · The board voted to acknowledge resignation of Aaron Ashford. · The board voted to acknowledge resignation of Danielle Irwin. · The board voted to accept resignation of LaGina Evans. · The board voted to accept the resignation of Shelli Carnes. · The board voted to accept the resignation of Luci Harmon. · The board voted to hire Brittney Griggs as an elementary teacher. · The board voted to hire Shawna Moore as a district administrator. Under Informational Items: · The 2018-2019 Staff Handbook was presented. · Board members discussed the recent Leadership Conference. · Mrs. Powers gave a quick overview of recent STAAR scores. A full review will occur at the August Meeting. The Meeting was adjourned at 8:51pm. In attendance at the meeting were NC School Board members; President Danny Irwin, Vice President Mark Martinez, Secretary Noreda Sifuentes, Ignacio Sanchez, Denise Rogers, Clint Luce, and Benito H. Carabajal IV. Nueces Canyon Superintendent of Schools, Kristi Powers, and Boys Athletic Director Napthali Fletcher attended the meeting. Attending and reporting on Maintenance and Transportation was Stephen Smith. Also present were; Nancy Luce, Katherine Hicks, Leda Winston, Shawna Moore, Brittanie Briggs, Scott Pomeroy, Edmund Winston, and Tena Hunger.
RIMKUS MANAGEMENT NAMED BUSINESS OF THE YEAR continued from front page
Ifloat islands, and the classic paddle boats and kayaks. The most recent addition to the concessions is in the Pavilion. Previously home to the Garner Grill, visitors will now find sweet treats and snacks in the ice cream shop. No worries, the Garner Grill is still around. In order to protect the historic Pavilion, the grill is now out front in a refurbished 1974 airstream trailer. Alongside the physical additions to the concessions, Rimkus Management has also been cutting edge with the use of technology and social media. Not only is Rimkus Mgmt the only concessionaire to manage a state park page, Brett has been a speaker at TPWD meetings to train others on how to use social media more
effectively. Brett is most well-known for the popular Dam Report where he gives water level updates, float information and overall current park information as a live Facebook feed, allowing watchers to ask questions in real time and participate in the report. Rimkus Management employs approximately 45 summer staff members each season. The company prides itself on being a family friendly business and making sure each of the stores within the park exemplify those standards. Congratulations to the Rimkus family! We appreciate all you do for our communities.
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In 2017 a Memorial to Remember the horrifying events of the F5 tornado that hit Rocksprings, Texas took place and now Barbara Perkins, has written a book entitled “Shattered Spring” to document the facts and memories of the third worst tornado in recorded Texas history! She cut her teeth on those stories! Barbara is the daughter of June Bain and Kenneth Perkins, who have deep roots in the Nueces Canyon. June is the daughter of Grace Wells and Claud Bain. Barbara’s great-great grandfather, Henry Wells, founded Vance and served as an Edwards County Commissioner. Her grandfather, Albert Griffin Wells, had a store in Vance and was a rancher. He went on to serve as County Judge of Real County. Her grandfather, Dick Perkins, owned a ranch at Silver Lake and was the commissioner for Precinct 2 of Edwards County at the time of the tornado. Her grandmother, Lillie Perkins, served as postmaster at Barksdale for many years. Barbara graduated from Nueces Canyon High School. The 1927 F5 tornado that destroyed Rocksprings is about the people. Perkins’ grandfather, Dick Perkins, an Edwards County Commissioner at the time of the storm, was instrumental in organizing search and rescue efforts after the storm. All power went out, so he stood in front of the old hotel and shouted for people to come toward his voice. His stories intrigued her, and she began research on the book in 2014.This book is not about the weather or how tornadoes form, although there is an appendix with some information on that.
Gleaned from interviews, family stories, and historical records, this is the people’s story and there are over 550 people mentioned in the book. Barbara is her family historian and a member of the Texas State Historical Association. She began researching the 1927 tornado in 2014 because her grandfather, Dick Perkins, was there and the stories that were passed down intrigued her. Her daughter, Andrea Wallace, was also interested because her great aunt, Hattie Wallace Cowden, was killed in the storm. During her research, Barbara discovered that she knew other people who survived the storm such as Bonnie Barrows, Cloie Dimple Taylor, and Lena Harrington. She regrets that she didn’t start her research
when they were still alive. Barbara is the author of Saving Savannah, The Lives and Times of June Bain and Kenneth Perkins, and two children’s books, Savannah, The Bamboozler, and The Beautiful Ladybug. She and her husband, Hank Coleman, live in Richwood, Texas. The book “Shattered Spring” is available on Amazon. For autographed copies, go to her website at https://bperkins218.wixsite.com/ mysite. There are special arrangements for Area Merchants, Bookstores and resellers to get a special price break at Amazon. The author set up those buying channels so everyone can experience the story of Rocksprings, Texas!
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NOTICE OF SPECIAL ELECTION (Aviso de Eleccion Especial)
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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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Wednesday, June 27, 2018
SABINAL HAPPENINGS
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On the southwest corner of Kennedy Avenue and Center Street live the Buteo family (name means buzzard in Latin and is pronounced Beauty-o). Neighboring businesses are often guilty of watching the couple. Husband, Mergatroyd, and wife, Ambrothynia, seldom venture-tovulture far from their home. Sometimes, following a rain, when the sun comes out, one or the other, seldom both, come to dry their black feathers in the warmth afforded by the sunlight. I have even seen Mergie preening himself before returning home. In their high-rise apartment above the busy intersection, they never complain about noisy, backed-up traffic. They are an ideal couple, obviously well suited to one another, and rid our City of dead bodies, yet do not run a mortuary or maintain a cemetery. As I do my Sunday morning rounds for church news, I have never encountered them. I guess they are not very religious. They raised two children, but they did not attend school here, probably because they had Buzzard Breath, which runs in that family. There is no known cure for Buzzard Breath. I wonder though, do they pay school and county taxes? How much does their downtown rent run, or are they just squatters? I happen to know that they don’t own the building. How can they afford Dish TV? In what type of industry are they engaged? I am guessing something in the aeronautics field. When was the last time they filed with Social Security? Do they file income tax jointly or separately? Where do they bank? With First State Bank - Sabinal Branch just across the street, I would assume there, but have never seen them darken their doors. I don’t think they are even registered to vote and have never seen them in a City Council meeting, which is held just across the street. I doubt they attend school board meetings either. They don’t trade with our local businesses and I just found out that they do not have a post office box here. Odd.
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For over 100 years Hudson Brotherhood has been a tool to gather men and boys
in the area in fellowship. They share a devotional, breakfast and fellowship with one another in churches each month, excluding the month of December. This month, the Baptist Church played host. Brother Monty Benson provided the devotional and Eddie McKinney provided the breakfast. There were 9 members present.
Arteaga Wedding
On Saturday evening at 6:30 p.m., the 2007 movie “The Ultimate Gift” was shown. It stared Drew Fuller and featured James Garner. The first of a series, next month another in that series will be shown. It was a very good movie with lots of food for thought. On Sunday, two baptisms took place. JJ Adams, son of Jesse & Kristin Adams and Levi Braesicke, son of Miles and Kristin Braesicke. A reception for the families took place in the Fellowship Hall following the service. Great-grandmother Erline Braesicke shared that this is the fourth generation, all living, to be baptized in the church. It all began with her infant baptism. Upcoming events are Church Council Meeting Wednesday, July 18 at 11:30 a.m., Movie night on Saturday, July 21, at 6: 30 p.m., and the playground dedication, in memory of Pauline Kelling, which will take place July 22, following the Sunday worship. There will also be a covered dish meal.
First Baptist
Jean Wilmoth provided music for last Sunday’s service. No bulletin, are you sure this was the Baptist Church? With Monty and Pam on vacation, there was no time to get it done. They visited their daughter in Golden Colorado. In addition, the toured the “Unsinkable Molly Brown” home, visited the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, and hiked the area near Idaho Springs in the snow. When they arrived home, they found their driveway newly paved. And with the new brick on the parsonage, they thought it a beautiful site to come home to. On Saturday afternoon, Savanna Gonzalez, daughter of Martha Gomez and Larry Gonzalez, and Llin Arteaga, son of Maria and Mario Arteaga, were married at New Fountain Methodist Church. Performed in both English and Spanish, the happy couple decided to honor both their countries, America and Mexico. Two small boys were dressed at Charros, and the little girls were all in Mexican dresses with flower bands and streamers in their hair. The custom of the penny to the groom and the riata that encircled the couple were presented by his parents. A reception and dance followed the ceremony at Veterans Memorial Live Oak Park where they celebrated into the night.
Central Christian
Special visitors to church this week was the family of Anna Pearl Wooten. A whole row was taken by the family and good friends met and greeted them all. This Wednesday night at 6:30 p.m., the Bible Study will begin the Book of 1 Peter. It is open to the community.
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On Friday evening, C. S. Lewis’s “A Wrinkle in Time” was shown. Planning to have movie night now every two weeks through the summer, be sure and come. The dates are July 6 and 20, August 3 and 17, all on Friday evenings at 6:30 p.m. Children under 11 need to have a parent in attendance. This week Vacation Bible School is going full blast. Kids are guaranteed a good time. A new session for “The Class Meeting” begins soon. Contact Reverend Glenn A. Luhrs if interested. The Administrative Council will meet on July 9 at 7:30 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall.
St. Patrick’s Catholic
On June 30, Saturday evening at the Mass at 7:30 p.m., Confirmation will be held. The raffle and BBQ plate sale will take place on Sunday, July 8, with plate sales beginning at 10:30 a.m. and the raffle drawing at 1 p.m. in the Large Parish Hall. There are 25 prizes to be raffled off. All ticket sales, both monies and stubs, need to be turned in to Maria Banda soon. Proceeds go to pay for the church insurance.
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Hill Country Herald Page 7
Dub’s Corner The alarm clock went off at 5:30 AM on a Saturday in July of 1965. I rolled out of bed, quickly washed my face, brushed my teeth, put on my clothes and went out the door to fire up my old 56 Chevy. It was time to go to work. Mike Twilligear and I worked together at Garner State Park and it was just a short drive to his house to pick him up. Our job was to open up the store which was right beneath “Old Baldy”. It took me less than two minutes to get to his house, and I was not surprised to find that he was still asleep. A few taps on his window roused him and he quickly joined me for our ride ten miles south to the park. Our day at the store was very busy but uneventful and we got off at 2 P.M. We both had girlfriends that were camping in Garner at the time, and we had dates that night to go to Criders Rodeo in Hunt, Texas. We were cowboys don’t ya know, and we felt it was necessary from time to time to prove it. We planned to demonstrate that there was substance beneath the hats that we always had on our heads and the boots on our feet. Tonight, we were making our debut as bull riders. We spent the afternoon swimming in the Frio with our girlfriends and then went home around 4 to get ready for the evenings adventure. My old Chevy got a work out that day because we picked up our dates in Garner around 6 and headed to Criders which was 55 miles away on a very crooked road. Mikes date was from Houston and mine was from Portland, and they were beautiful. The pressure was on because we did not plan to disappoint them. The parking lot at Criders was filling up fast when we arrived about 7 and Mike and I hurried to the registration desk. They only had 10 bulls and there were usually 15 to 20 boys that wanted to participate. To ride, your name had to be drawn out of a hat. Wearing our skin tight blue denims, our best boots, and our hats screwed down on our heads, we swaggered up to the booth, put our name in the hat with an abundance of bravado, all the time thinking to ourselves, good Lord, please don’t let my name be drawn! We’d never been on a bull before! Well, our luck ran out right there at that registration booth. Mike and I both drew a bull. The rodeo was on. L.V. Hubbard, who sometimes went by the name of Hardrock Hogenhagen from Hog Waller Holler, was our friend and mentor in the ways of the cowboy life. He was standing nearby and assisted both Mike and I in getting seated on our bulls while they were in the chute. Getting the rope on the bull and getting seated just right was all important. Mike drew a bull by name of Black Bart and he went first. That bull literally flew out of the gate, but Mike was really doing well, and it looked like he would make it to the buzzer, until the critter went into a crazy spin at the last second. The rider was on his back in the arena wiping dirt out of his mouth when the buzzer went off. The crowd gave him a standing ovation. Mike flashed his best gap-toothed grin and waved to the crowd like it was no big deal. Mike was cool! Now it was my turn. I gave the girls a thumb up with my most confident macho look, like this was all in a day’s work, and walked quickly up to the chute. I had drawn a bull called Little Red. L.V. told me that this bull had only been ridden twice in his life and he had a reputation for being mean. I’m thinking, “what in the hell have I gotten myself into?” when L.V. steps up to help me mount the animal. He pulled that rope around the bull as tight as he could and put an extra amount of rosin in my glove to help me keep a tight grip. He gave me these instructions. “Keep your center of gravity right on top of this rope, like you are sitting on your hand. Dig your spurs into the side of this bull and use them to hang on and keep yourself sitting straight”, you understand? I nodded in the affirmative. He gave me a wide grin, patted me on the back, and said, “you go show these folks what a bull rider is”! Now right about here is where things started to go seriously wrong. I boldly told the gate man “outside”! There was an immediate jolt as the animal flew out of the gate and I found
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myself trying to ride a whirlwind that was moving in six directions at once. It was about 3 seconds into what was supposed to be an 8 second ride when Little Red went to the right, but me, well I went to the left. This story should have ended well right there, that is if my hand had not been hung up in the rope that was still on the bull. Little Red drug me all over the arena while he was kicking, bucking, slinging his head and blowing snot all over me and the clowns that were working franticly trying to get me loose, to no avail. Meanwhile, the power of the bull is throwing me all around, over, under, in the back and to the front like a ragdoll. There was no time to panic. I was busy trying to free myself along with the clown’s assistance when I heard a familiar voice at my side telling me not to panic and pushing one of the clowns out of the way. It was L.V. He managed to get one of his hands in the rope and the other on my hand, and he jerked it out of the rope. I was grateful to be alive when I realized I was free and unhurt. But, for some reason known only to the bull, he was not a happy camper! He was definitely in a fighting mood as he turned around and raced toward us. L.V. and I sprinted to the fence and jumped as high as we could up on it to get out of the animal’s way as he passed beneath us. The audience gave L.V. a standing ovation. I signaled to the crowd that I was ok, and they gave me a round of applause too. The bad news is that I didn’t win any prize money. The really bad news is that my brand-new straw hat was ruined, being stomped to shreds in the arena. I had just paid $15 for that hat and that was a lot of money in those days. The good news is that I didn’t get killed, thanks to Hardrock Hogenhagen from Hog Waller Holler. He had my back that night, and as far as I know he has always had it to this day. I know that I will always have his. That’s what friends do! Anyway, I decided then and there that a career as a bull rider was not in my future. Besides, the look in my girlfriend’s eye told me that I didn’t have to prove a thing to her from that point on. There was a dance going on in Criders after the rodeo and normally that is where we would go, but we decided not to stay because some guy named Willie Nelson was playing. He was kind of geeky and you couldn’t dance to his music. Any way I had bull manure all over my pants. I thought that was macho, but my girlfriend, not so much. Now for the exciting part of the story. L.V. caught a ride back to Leakey with the four of us. There might have been some alcohol involved, I don’t remember for sure. Anyway, there were deer all over the road and L.V., well he wanted to practice his roping skills. So, while Hardrock rode on the right front fender of my 56 Chevy with his 50-foot rope in one hand and a cold beer in the other, it was my job to get him close enough to a deer to rope it. I found out that night that not only was I not much of a bull rider, I couldn’t drive in the bar ditches at night worth a darn either. I did manage to get the close enough on three occasions for him to throw a loop, but not close enough for success. We dropped our dates off at their camps in Garner around midnight. By the time we took L.V. to his house, it was about 1 in the morning, but that was ok because we didn’t have to be at work until 6 AM, seven days a week. The alarm went off at 5:30 AM, I went to pick up Mike and found him asleep. Deja vous! Another day, another dollar. Such was a day in the life of country boys growing up in the Frio Canyon. It occurs to me that we were lucky to have made it through those formative years, but it’s a good thing we did though because it sure would have been a big disappointment for the girls of Garner had we not! We were cowboys don’t ya know! Dub
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your name, or pets, or family members, or any other conceivable thought in your brain at the moment. The big problem for me is that about the time I get used to technical procedure, they go and change the darn thing, and at the ripe old age of 53, you just can’t teach an old dog a new trick that easily. My kids, on the other hand, don’t seem to be bothered by all these new techno developments in the least. Whether it’s smart phones, computers, and all the other gadgets out there, they just power through any problems that come up. When I’m completely stymied, I just call one of them over, and a few taps later, they figure it out. It’s sort of embarrassing to have your own kids make you feel like a completely useless individual. Heck I made a 68 on my 9 year-old son’s math homework just before school ended for summer. I guess I’m just not the math/science/technical skills kind of guy. One of my favorite moves is Apollo 13 starring Tom Hanks. In a particularly tense scene, a tired Jim Lovell, played by Hanks, is trying to solve a calculus problem related to reentry, and he asks Houston to check his math. The conversation goes like this, “Houston, I’ve completed these gimbal conversions, but I need to check my arithmetic.” In the next frame, some of the smartest mathematicians in the world pull out their slide rules, check his calculations, and then confirm that he is spot on, and good to go. The fascinating part of this scene is that all of this problem is solved without the support of a computer. I often imagine myself as Lovell in this scenario. There I am as the commander of Apollo 13, tumbling thousands of miles out in space. “Houston, we have a problem… I have tried to apply this calculus equation to our angle of reentry, but I need you to check my arithmetic. By the way, Houston, can I use the word “takeaway” instead of “minus.” “Oh heck, Houston, just forget it and tell me where we keep the pill that causes a painless death!”
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Taylor - My husband and I are thinking about selling our house this summer. If we decide to pull the trigger, any advice on how to prepare our property for potential buyers? - Marjorie Hey Marjorie - There are so many ways to prepare for selling a house, but a lot of the details will hopefully be handled by a realtor. As far as getting the house ready to go, there are a few things you should think about and get to work on. 1. Fix the obvious issues. Your house probably has minor defects that you started ignoring years ago. While those are insignificant to you, people looking to buy a new house are going to inspect every detail and try to find any reason to knock the price down. If you have doors that stick or windows that don’t close all the way, those repairs are definitely worth making ahead of time. Spend on fixing things now so you can get more money from the actual sale. Even though you’re about to stop living there, your house
is still an investment. 2. Move past the nostalgia. One of the biggest issues for people selling their homes is letting go of the history they share with that location. You may have lived in that house through a marriage and some wonderful family-building years, and those memories are special and important. However, your past doesn’t factor into a prospective homebuyer’s future. There might be rooms you want to leave a certain way because it reminds you of returning from the hospital with a newborn, but you have to remember you’re leaving this house. Those memories will live on, but they don’t need to be preserved in a home you’re trying to sell. Try to take a business-minded approach to your sale, preparing the house for strangers who aren’t interested in the home’s past, but rather what it can offer in the future. 3. Do some landscaping. Even if the inside is immaculate, the front yard and driveway and entrance are the first things people will see. Don’t expect them to ignore an unkempt garden or a carport that really needs
to be repaved. It’s easy to get caught up in the general value of a property and the size of a lot, but you can’t overlook the superficial elements that drive the sticker price. Do your best to make the interior and exterior as presentable as possible. With a little bit of effort, you can maximize your returns and feel great about the wealth your home generates. Keep your eyes on the future while holding your memories dear and everything will work out. Good luck, Marjorie!
Disclosure: Information presented is for educational purposes only and is not an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies. Investments involve risk and, unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed. Be sure to first consult with a qualified financial adviser and/or tax professional before implementing any strategy discussed herein. Past performance is not indicative of future performance. To submit a question to be answered in this column, please send it via email to Question@TaylorKovar.com, or via regular mail to Lessons on Wealth, 106 E Lufkin Ave., Lufkin, TX 75901.
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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
Bat-rific!
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 PENDING 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 REDUCED 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 PENDING 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 miles north or Leakey. Ag. valuation, 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+ 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
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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 Jesse Marvin Guinn
(November 26, 1926 - June 21, 2018) Jesse Marvin Guinn, devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and brother was called to be with the Lord on June 21, 2018 at the age of 91. Jesse was born on November 26, 1926 on the Waggoner Ranch near Electra, Texas. He was eleventh of twelve children born to James Miley Guinn and Bessie Lee Guinn. The family moved to Freer, Texas in 1937, where his dad worked in the oil fields. Jesse graduated from Freer High School in 1945. He was active in track and Captain of the Freer Buckaroo football team. He loved telling his children and grandchildren how he played football in Cowboy boots, a leather helmet, and on a grass-burr field. Since fuel was rationed and the family lived a good distance from town, the high school boarded Jesse in the Bass Hotel, paying for his room and board, during football season. Jesse was named All South Texas his senior year with scholarships from Texas A&I – Kingsville and SMU-Dallas. Jesse was drafted 18 days after graduation into the Army. He joined the Paratroopers. His military service during WWII was in the South Pacific, and served with the 457th Parachute Field Artillery, 11th Air Born Division, Yamagata, Japan. Upon discharge from the service, Jesse went to work for D&B, a division of Continental Supply Company in Freer, Texas repairing bottom hole pumps. The company went from D&B to Continental-Emsco Oilfield Supply and later to LTV Energy Products. Jesse retired with 44 years of service in 1991. Jesse and Anne married September 12, 1974. Jesse has one daughter, Gwendolyn “Gigi” from his previous marriage and two step-daughters, Debra and Stephanie, from his current marriage. They bought property near the Frio River in 1979 and spent many summers with family and friends. Jesse and Anne moved permanently to their property on September 1, 1999. Upon their move to Leakey, they became active members of the community and various organizations. Jesse was an active member of Leakey United Methodist Church for the past 18 years as well as the Leakey Lions Club and the American Legion Miles James Post 489. Jesse loved working in his acre-plus garden and through the years, he had some very prolific gardens. He enjoyed canning a good portion of his produce as well as sharing with friends. Jesse was also an avid deer hunter. He had a deer lease for 30 plus years near Johnson City plus Freer and Beeville. His last years were spent watching “his” deer from his back screened in porch. Those left to honor and cherish his memory: his loving wife of 43 years, Anne Moore Guinn. Children: daughters Gwendolyn “Gigi” Guinn (Corpus Christi), Debra Sikes (Corpus Christi) and Stephanie (Kevin) Craven (Canyon Lake). Granddaughters: Kimberly Anne Sikes (San Antonio), Ashley (Laz) Paredez (Corpus Christi), Breanne (Brent) Garbe (Houston), Jessica (Cameron) Cabrera (Corpus Christi) and Hallee Craven (Canyon Lake). Great Grandchildren: Hannah Overton, Alyssa Paredez, Taylor Paredez, Lukus Paredez (Corpus Christi), Maddison Moncado (San Antonio) and Brynlie Garbe (Houston). Sister: Betty June Pierce (Ft Worth) and numerous nieces and nephews. Pallbearers included Kevin Craven, Mike Guinn, Laz Paredez, Andrew Moncado, Brent Garbe, Luke Paredez, and Cameron Cabrera. Honorary pallbearers included Pat Power, Guinn Turner, Joe Waligura, Buddy Malek, Jerry Bates, and Sandy Gibson. Visitation was held 4:30 to 7:00 p.m. Monday, June 25th, with family present at Nelson Funeral Chapel, Leakey, Texas. Funeral services were held 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 26, 2018, at Leakey United Methodist Church. Officiant Reverend Walter Prescher. Burial followed at the Rio Frio Cemetery, with Military Honors. The family requests donations are made to Frio Canyon EMS, Box 804, Leakey, TX 78873, American Legion, Miles James Post, Box 489, Box 194, Leakey, TX 78873, or Leakey United Methodist Church, Box 417, Leakey, TX 78833. Arrangements are under the personal care of Nelson Funeral Home of Leakey, Texas. The family invites you to leave a condolence at www.nelsonfuneralhomes.net
GO AHEAD AND ASK - GOOD IS LISTENING We know that people pray for all types of things and many times I wonder if God takes every request seriously or if He considers some of them unreasonable. For example, I’m sure that at sporting events both sides are praying for victory over the opposing team but I’ve always thought these types of prayers generally fall into the category of the non-spiritual variety. The Bible actually mentions unsuitable attitudes behind our prayers and uses the word, “amiss” which means, flawed, incorrect, harmful, and inappropriate. James 4:3 explains, “Ye ask, and receive not, because you ask amiss, that you may consume it upon your lusts.” We find other connotations related to this way of thinking such as mistaken, and inaccurate intentions related to wrong and impure motives. So, along with other reasons why our prayers are not answered, we can add this one to the list. We realize its difficult to understand the difference between a legitimate prayer and one that falls into the classification of being selfish, but this does not mean that God is not listening and carefully considering each one. An amazing prayer request is found in the tenth
chapter of the book of Joshua. Israel is at war with the Amorites and with Joshua leading the way, we are given an account of this true story. In verse 12, it’s recorded that Joshua declared to the Lord and in front of the entire army for the Sun and the Moon to stand still until they could defeat the enemy. God actually granted this request and for an entire day, the Sun and Moon miraculously stood still. Israel eventually won this battle and it’s described as an overwhelming victory in which the enemy was completely destroyed. When I think of modern military leaders standing strong in prayer, I must admit that General George Patton is not on the top of my list. However, it’s recorded in history that Patton also believed in prayer and had faith in the power of God. Most of us have heard of the World War II conflict called, The Battle of the Bulge, and on a cold December in 1944, the American ground forces were struggling because dense clouds were preventing air support. Patton realized the fate of the war was now being determined by the terrible weather. He aggressively took action and ordered this prayer to be distributed to every unit in the
The Following Donations have been made to the Frio Canyon EMS:
In Loving Memory of: Jim Bennett Given By: Alan & Martha Babcock In Loving Memory of: Jesse Guinn Given by: Robert & Mary Orr, Jr. In Loving Memory of: Jim Bennett Given by: Carl & Wendy Hardcastle In Loving Memory of: Jim Bennett Given by: Glenda Fleming
by William F. Holland Jr., DD., C.ED.D. Minister/Chaplain
Third Army. “Almighty and most merciful God, we humbly beseech Thee, of Thy great goodness, to restrain these moderate rains with which we have had to contend. Grant us fair weather for battle. Graciously hearken to us soldiers who call upon Thee that, armed with Thy power, we may advance from victory to victory and crush the oppression and wickedness of our enemies, and establish Thy justice among men and nations. Amen.” Whether you believe this was a miracle or simply a coincidence, the fog and clouds dissipated and allied air power helped defeat the last major German offensive of the war. Though faith on this level is rare, I recently read a few innocent prayers that young school children had written down and as they are honest, some were also comical. One 8-year-old boy prayed that his math test would be easy and another classmate made his heavenly request for the cafeteria to serve chocolate cake every day. Others had a more mature petition when they asked God to protect every law enforcement, firefighter, and first responder. One 10-yearold girl said, “Dear God, thank you for helping
George Washington win the Revolutionary War so that we could become the United States of America and live free” which I thought was a wonderful appreciation for answered prayer. Nonetheless, it’s beyond the imagination how God listens to everyone all at once, sorting through millions of prayer requests every hour, then deciding yes, or no, or wait till later. This is why He is the Sovereign Almighty whose attributes include being Omniscient, Omnipresent, and Omnipotent. As we continue in our journey and are inspired to believe that mountains can be moved with a small amount of faith, I see nothing wrong with sincerely asking God for a larger amount of confidence. We accept that all prayers may not be answered, but at the same time, if our motives are pure and God is in agreement, we can embrace His promise that nothing is impossible. Read more articles and stories at billyhollandmi nistries.com
There is no charge for 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
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 Spanish Service Sat. 6:00pm
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
obituaries in P O Box 417 419 N. Market 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
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Bee responsible! How to attract pollinators to your garden and help them thrive
(BPT) - It’s been in the news for years now: the decline of pollinators such as honeybees and butterflies, and how it’s upsetting our world’s healthy ecosystem. We need pollinators for the growth of many of the foods we eat each day - according to the Natural Resources Conservation Service, some scientists estimate that one in three bites of food we take result from the work of pollinators. Berries, apples, oranges, almonds and scores of other foods, not to mention flowers, rely on pollinators. If they disappear, those foods will fade along with them. So, why are pollinators declining? They can’t find enough food because their habitats are disappearing. Fortunately, we can all help protect pollinators. Ortho, a leading brand in lawn and garden, recently teamed up with the Pollinator Stewardship Council for a consumer education campaign, “Bee Responsible,” aimed at helping home gardeners protect the pollinators in their yards, attract more of them and help them thrive. In 2016, after evaluating the risk to honeybees and other pollinators, Ortho also announced plans to phase out neonicotinoid-based pesticides from all its outdoor gardening products and is investing in alternative pest control solutions. Ortho’s parent company, Scotts Miracle-Gro, has funded 125 pollinator-friendly gardens throughout the country. Want to attract pollinators to your yard and help them thrive? Here are some tips. Make your garden pollinator friendly. Nectar and pollen-packed plants attract honeybees, butterflies, hummingbirds and other pollinators. Choose colorful flowers, such as alyssum, aster, delphinium, flax, lavender, liatris, lupine, phlox or zinnia. Check with your local garden store for native plants and flowers that thrive in
your climate and choose a range of plants that bloom in different seasons. Encourage neighbors to do the same. If one pollinator-friendly garden is good, a network of them dotting your neighborhood is better. This could provide enough habitat and resources to help restore and bolster the pollinator population in your community. Control pests in your garden. Insects and mites can bring disease and destruction to your garden, undoing all of the good you’re trying to do for pollinators. Ortho’s neonic-alternative 3-in-1 Insect, Mite & Disease control will help banish the bad bugs in your garden. To use responsibly, avoid spraying when it’s windy, apply the product at dusk and dawn when pollinators are less active and avoid using the product on blooms. Another tip: Use native plants whenever possible. They usually require less pesticide than plants from other zones. Provide shelter. Bees and butterflies need
shelter, so make sure your yard has some cozy nesting sites, like leaves, moss, piles of grass or a patch of yard you just let go wild. Also, check out bee houses in your neighborhood garden store. They’re artistic and fun, and they provide bees with shelter for their offspring to thrive. Don’t forget the water. Your garden will provide the nectar and pollen. But bees, birds and butterflies need water, too. A decorative bird bath, water feature or even a shallow rain catcher will give your buzzing friends the water they need. Install a hummingbird feeder. Imagine sitting outside with your first cup of coffee in the morning and watching those magical hummingbirds dart around the feeder. You’ll be nourishing your garden and your spirit at the same time. By providing pollinators with friendly habitats, backyard gardeners can help these vital components in our ecosystem regain a foothold.
It’s Time to Start Your Compost Pile Summer is here. It’s a great time to get your compost pile started. It takes three to four months for organic ingredients to break down and form compost, so starting in the summer means you’ll have a finished product ready in time to fertilize your yard this fall. In most parts of Texas, applying compost in the fall helps prepare plants for winter. Many of the items that typically go in the trash, like food scraps, paper products, and leaves can be composted. Composting benefits the environment by helping reduce landfill waste and conserve water. • Food scraps account for nearly 15 percent of household waste. Fruits and vegetable peels can be composted instead of going in the trash. • Leaves, grass clippings, and other yard debris make up 13 percent of the waste sent to landfills each year, and it costs Texans over $250 million a year to collect and dispose of that waste. Instead of throwing them out in the garbage, many yard materials can be useful. • Compost can serve as a soil conditioner that nourishes your yard. It supplements or replaces chemical fertilizers, which reduces runoff that could harm waterways. • Mixing compost into your lawn or garden also reduces the need for watering by up to 60 percent. Not only will you save money on your water bill, you’ll also save time watering and fertilizing your lawn.
What Is Mulch?
Mulch is one of the best landscape substances for growing healthy plants and conserving water. The best mulch for your yard is one created from native sources and could include straw, newspaper, sawdust, bark, pine needles, leaves, grass clippings, and compost. They can benefit your lawn and garden by aiding in root development, preventing erosion, suppressing weeds, moderating soil temperature, and adding nutrients as they break down slowly. Mulching also helps conserve water by reducing water lost through evaporation.
How to Use Mulch
Put a 4-inch layer of mulch around your trees and shrubs and a 2-inch layer around your garden plants. These should be the depths of the layers after settling. To prevent diseases and pest infestation, mulch should not be piled up against the stems or trunks of plants. For best results, use long-lasting mulches (wood chips, wood shavings, evergreen needles). Create a self-mulching lawn! Wait to mow until your grass is between 2 and 4 inches high. Then mow off only the top one-third of the grass, and don’t bag the clippings. This way, the clippings will feed your soil and won’t smother your grass. If you have too many clippings, rake them into mulch layers around trees and shrubbery.
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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 #25 – 57.33 AC remote, private & easy access off RR 337 W. of Leakey, views, native & exotic game, unrestricted $143,325 PENDING #18 – 9.85 AC Remote, 4 WD only access, metal cabin, rain harvest water system, solar electric, blinds & feeders $58,000 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 #30 – Nueces River Access 2.28 AC water & electric available, septic installed. Building site w/view of hills, gated community $46,000 PENDING #26 – 1.87 AC Private Frio River Park Access – RiverTree, gated community, water/electric available (Owner/Assoc. Broker) $69,950 PENDING
Butterfield Overland Mail The Butterfield (or Southern) Overland Mail, which operated from September 15, 1858, until March 1, 1861, was a semiweekly mail and passenger stage service from St. Louis, Missouri, and Memphis, Tennessee, across northern Texas to San Francisco, California. The routes from the two eastern termini united at Fort Smith, Arkansas. From St. Louis to San Francisco the distance was 2,795 miles, probably the longest route of any system using horse-drawn conveyances in the history of the United States. An act of Congress, effective on March 3, 1857, authorized a mail contract calling for the conveying of letter mail twice weekly, in both directions, in four-horse coaches or spring wagons suitable for carrying passengers; it was further specified that each trip should be completed within twentyfive days. Awarded to John Butterfield and associates, the contract provided for a compensation of $600,000 per year, in addition to receipts for passengers and express. As of 1858 the route extended from San Francisco to Los Angeles, thence by Fort Yuma, California, and Tucson, Arizona, to Franklin, Texas (present El Paso). From Franklin it ran nearly due east until it reached the area surrounding Horsehead Crossing, at which point it mostly ran northeast until it exited Texas at the Oklahoma border. The route was changed slightly from time to time, the most important change being made late in 1858, when, in order to secure a better water supply, the stages between Franklin and the Pecos followed the El Paso-San Antonio road to Camp Stockton (now Fort Stockton) and thence to the Horsehead Crossing. The mails went through almost without exception in the twenty-five days allowed. The postage rate of ten cents per half ounce resulted in receipts in 1860 of $119,766.77. Early in 1859 Sherman was made a distribution point, through which Texas settlements were given postal service. In addition to mail and express the Concord coaches had room for five or six passengers, and at times more were crowded in. The fare averaged $200 one-way. Passengers, with firearms ready to meet attacks by Indians, generally endured the ordeal of the trip without rest; for if a traveler laid over, he forfeited his seat, and he might be marooned for a month before he could secure another. Stage service on the southern route was terminated in March 1861, when an agreement was made to modify the contract and move the route northward out of Texas.
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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 A Red, White, and Blue Menu-On July 4th, the perfect party will have plenty of red, white, and blue. But don’t stop with the decorations: Prepare a spread of tasty drinks and filling eats punctuated with flag-flying colors.
Blueberry Ginger Bellini
Muddling is a traditional bartending technique where herbs and/or fruit are crushed, releasing their full flavor into a cocktail. Here we muddle blueberries and ginger with sugar and lemon to add another dimension to our take on a bellini. 1/2 cup(s) blueberries 1 tablespoon(s) minced ginger 1 tablespoon(s) sugar Juice of 1/2 lemon 2 cup(s) blueberry juice 1/2 cup(s) sparkling wine, divided Mash blueberries with ginger, sugar, and lemon juice. Add blueberry juice and let steep for at least 5 minutes. Strain; divide among 4 champagne flutes. Top each with 1/2 cup sparkling wine. Carb Servings: 1 1/2 fruit. Carbohydrate Servings: 1 1/2.
Berry Triffle
1 1/2 pound(s) (5 cups) raspberries 3/4 cup(s) confectioners’ sugar 1/4 cup(s) (from 1 large orange) fresh orange juice 10 ounce(s) (1 1/3 cups) mascarpone cheese 1 1/4 cup(s) cold heavy cream 1/2 teaspoon(s) pure vanilla extract Fine salt 20 (or up to 24; from a 7-ounce package) ladyfingers, broken into 1-inch pieces 3/4 pound(s) (2 1/2 cups) blueberries In a medium bowl, combine raspberries with 1/4 cup confectioners’ sugar and orange juice. With the back of a fork, lightly mash berries to release their juices and let sit 10 minutes. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, stir together mascarpone and 1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar until smooth. Whisk in cream, vanilla, and pinch of salt and whisk until soft peaks form, about 4 minutes. Cut one or two pieces parchment 1 inch taller than side of an 8-inch springform pan and line inside of pan. Place half the ladyfingers in pan and top with half the raspberry mixture. With a small offset or rubber spatula, spread half the whipped cream over berries. Tap pan gently on counter to remove air bubbles. Repeat with remaining ladyfingers, raspberry mixture, and whipped cream. Top with blueberries and refrigerate until whipped cream is stiff and cookies have softened, about 3 hours (or, tightly covered with plastic, up to 3 days). To serve, unmold trifle and peel away parchment. Cook’s Note: Cake sparklers were used on this trifle. They should only be used outdoors, according to package instructions; alternatively, look for sparkle candles, which will give you a similar look.
Sweet Berry Lemonade
-Sweet raspberries and blackberries to traditional lemonade to create this beverage, perfect for summer gatherings. Add muddled fresh mint for an alternate twist. 8 cup(s) cold water 2 cup(s) sugar 3 cup(s) (from 15 to 16 medium lemons) fresh lemon juice 3 strip(s) (3 inches by 1 inch each) lemon peel 1 cup(s) raspberries 1 cup(s) blackberries Ice cubes Seltzer or club soda Prepare sugar syrup: In 4-quart saucepan, heat 4 cups water with sugar and lemon peel to boiling over high heat, stirring occasionally. Cover saucepan and boil 3 minutes.
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Remove saucepan from heat. Meanwhile, in food processor, pulse berries until pureed. Pour into medium-mesh sieve set over large bowl and press berry mixture with back of spoon to remove seeds; discard seeds. Remove peel from syrup; stir syrup into berry puree with lemon juice and remaining 4 cups water. Makes 13 cups. Pour into large pitcher with tight-fitting lid. Cover and refrigerate until cold, at least 3 hours or up to 2 days. Serve over ice. Add seltzer to taste; garnish with berries and lemon slices.
Fourth of July Favors for Kids
To make: Start with mailing tubes that have plastic lids. Cut red, white and blue paper and ribbon to size; apply them to tubes using Perfect Glue 1. Trim each tube with a star cutout. Poke a slit in the lids and insert paper “fuses” into each hole. Fill with candy and enjoy.
B B Q Chicken with Spicy Peach Glaze
1 cup(s) peach preserves or jam 1 large clove garlic, minced 2 tablespoon(s) olive oil 1 tablespoon(s) soy sauce 1 teaspoon(s) soy sauce 1 tablespoon(s) dry mustard 1/4 teaspoon(s) cayenne pepper 1 teaspoon(s) salt, plus more to taste 1/4 teaspoon(s) freshly ground black pepper 4 (1 1/4 pounds each) chicken breasts, split 4 ripe peaches, cut in half and pitted Preheat grill to medium hot. In a medium mixing bowl, combine preserves, garlic, olive oil, soy sauce, dry mustard, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper, and mix well to combine. Sprinkle chicken breasts with additional salt and pepper, and place, skin side down, on the grill. Cook the chicken about 10 minutes on each side before brushing the upturned side with glaze. Continue cooking chicken for another 10 to 12 minutes, turning it every 3 to 5 minutes and brushing each upturned side with glaze every time, until the chicken is cooked through. Move chicken to the oven or a cooler part of grill if it gets too dark before it is cooked through. Place peach halves on the grill, cut side down, and grill 2 minutes. Turn, and brush the tops with glaze. Grill 3 to 4 minutes more, until the peaches are soft and the cavities fill with juices. Transfer the cooked chicken and peaches to a serving platter.
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WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court on Tuesday upheld President Donald Trump’s ban on travel from several mostly Muslim countries, along partisan lines. rejecting a challenge that it discriminated against Muslims or exceeded his authority. The 5-4 decision Tuesday is the court’s first substantive ruling on a Trump administration policy. Chief Justice John Roberts wrote the majority opinion, joined by his four conservative colleagues. Roberts wrote that presidents have substantial power to regulate immigration. He also rejected the challengers’ claim of anti-Muslim bias. But he was careful not to endorse either Trump’s provocative statements about immigration in general and Muslims in particular. “We express no view on the soundness of the policy,” Roberts wrote. Justice Sonia Sotomayor wrote in a dissent that based on the evidence in the case “a reasonable observer would conclude that the Proclamation was motivated by anti-Muslim animus.” She said her colleagues arrived at the opposite result by “ignoring the facts, misconstruing our legal precedent, and turning a blind eye to the pain and suffering the Proclamation inflicts upon countless families and individuals, many of whom are United States citizens.” Justices Stephen Breyer, Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Elena Kagan also dissented. MEXICOEntire police force of Mexico town detained after mayoral candidate’s assassination. The entire police force of a Mexican town in the state of Michoacán is being questioned in the assassination of a mayoral candidate, the office of the state’s attorney general told CNN on Monday. Fernando Angeles Juarez of the Party of the Democratic Revolution was killed Thursday morning by unknown gunmen. On Saturday, Michoacán State Police went to Ocampo to question 28 municipal officers in a routine check unrelated to Juárez’s death, the law enforcement agency said on Sunday. When they arrived, some of those officers fired shots in the air and resisted their authority, Michoacán State Police said. The agency said all 28 officers were detained on Sunday. On Monday, the Michoacán State Attorney General’s Office confirmed that the officers are now under investigation in Juárez’s death. Mexico is due to go to the polls on July 1 to pick its next president as well as hundreds of federal, state and municipal positions. WASHINGTON-REDEFINING VOTING PRACTICES- The Supreme Court continues to deliver an implicit message to civil rights advocates challenging state election practices as discriminatory: States can do what they want. 9-0 ruling masks deep division on gerrymandering at Supreme Court. The conservative bloc under Chief Justice John Roberts has made plain that it believes states should be freer to determine their own voting maps and election practices, and that concerns about race discrimination simply do not carry the weight of earlier eras. By a 5-4 vote on Monday, the court upheld Texas congressional and legislative
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districts that a lower court declared discriminated against Latinos. Earlier this month, the same 5-4 lineup of Republicanappointed justices against Democraticappointed justices affirmed an Ohio law for purging citizens from voter rolls that challengers said would disproportionately hurt minorities. The Texas and Ohio cases,
combined with the court’s recent actions declining to rule on claims of partisan gerrymandering, and a landmark ruling on the Voting Rights Act five years ago, suggest a freer rein for states. DAILY TROPICAL UPDATE: Large cloud of African dust spreading across the Atlantic. The National Hurricane Center is giving an area of low pressure near the Carolinas a 20% chance of developing this week, otherwise no tropical development is expected. In fact, Travis says a large swath of dry, dusty air from Africa’s Sahara Desert stretches across the Atlantic and into the eastern Caribbean. This is usually a signal that activity in the deep tropics will be minimal for the next couple of weeks. This dust cloud should blow into Houston Friday, turning the sky a hazy gray for the weekend. Allergies and asthma may also flare up in sensitive individuals. STRAWBERRY MOON-Saturn in
opposition: The ringed planet next to the Strawberry Moon on June 27 will make for a great photo op! Saturn will be visible all summer, but if you really want a show, look up this week. The sixth planet will be in opposition to the sun, meaning the Earth will be directly between them. This will make Saturn appear bigger and brighter than any other time this year. Those viewing with a telescope will get a spectacular view of its North Pole and, of course, its renowned ring system. If you don’t have a telescope, though, you can still spot Saturn in the sky. The official time of opposition is 9 a.m. ET | 6 a.m. PT on Wednesday. Overnight Tuesday and overnight Wednesday are both good times to watch, according to AccuWeather. Overnight Tuesday, Saturn will reach its highest point. Overnight Wednesday, Saturn will be closest to the moon, making for great photos. BRYAN, Texas (KTRK) -- More than 36 years ago, a mother and successful realtor was stabbed and left to die behind a home in College Station. investigators have solved the mystery that haunted her family for decades. ORIGINAL COLD CASE REPORT: New technology gives new hope for solving 1981 murder Freeman, a bubbly 40year-old realtor, stopped at a ranch on Greens Prairie Road, in a rural part of College Station back on December 1, 1981. Ginger, as her friends called her, was meeting a potential buyer. He had phoned Freeman’s realty office around three that afternoon. Former colleagues say the caller had a “country sounding accent.” He said he had $73,000 cash and wanted to buy property far from town. DNA found under Freeman’s fingernails was retested by Parabon Snapshot DNA and helped produce a picture of what the killer looked like. From there, additional testing led experts to identify James Otto Earhart as a likely suspect. Earhart, born in 1943, lived in Bryan at the time Freeman was murdered. Freeman was stabbed in the neck 11 times, strangled and bludgeoned in the head with a rock. She died fighting for her life, behind the home she was trying to sell. Earhart was convicted of kidnapping and killing a 9year-old Brazos County girl in 1987. He was executed for that murder on August 11,
1999. In April, investigators tested a DNA specimen from Earhart’s son, which they say has provided ‘clear and convincing’ evidence that Earhart killed Freeman.
Governor Abbott Visits Rio Grande Valley To Receive Briefing On Flooding, Request Federal Disaster Declaration AUSTIN - Governor Greg Abbott today joined local officials and emergency response personnel at the Emergency Operations Center in Edinburg, Texas to receive a briefing, and provide an update, on the ongoing response to recent severe weather and flooding in the Rio Grande Valley. Following the briefing from local officials, the Governor signed an official request for a federal disaster proclamation for Cameron and Hildalgo counties. As damage assessments continue to take place, Governor Abbott will request other types of federal assistance for additional counties. “The recent severe weather and flooding have taken a terrible toll on the people of the Rio Grande Valley,” said Governor Abbott. “I am grateful for the tireless efforts of our first responders, whose swift actions helped save lives in these communities, and I want to assure all those impacted that Texas will do everything possible to
help them through this recovery process.” In his letter to President Trump for federal assistance, the Governor requested Individual Assistance, Direct Federal Assistance, and Hazard Mitigation for Texas counties impacted by the storms. Governor Abbott previously issued a State Disaster Declaration for six Texas counties in response to the storms.
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Beautiful 3-bedroom 2 bath brick home nestled under huge oaks, less than two miles from Garner State Park. Access to great river park just a short walk away. $249,000 Great buy in Twin Forks! Two-bedroom, two bath home with over 2,200 square feet of heated and cooled area, bright sunroom, high ceilings, huge fireplace, all this with access to two of the most beautiful river parks on the Frio River. Only $255,000. Rustic river front cabin on 5 acres in Rancho Real. Beautiful view of the river from your front yard. Enjoy the great outdoors in your covered cabana with an outdoor kitchen, and listen to the sound of a waterfall right beneath you. Very private location. $225,000
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Come look at this beautiful like new stone veneer 4 bedroom 4 1⁄2 bath home in the Frio Pecan Farm with over 800 sf of covered patios along with an inground pool and a firepit. This property will pay for itself as it has been grossing $60,000 annually. Just a short walk to the Frio River. $469,000 Income Producing property on Nueces River. Arrowhead Lodge with 7 rental units and an office, located on 6.955 acres in a quiet setting. Great place for family reunions, weddings, or just weekend getaways. Beautiful river front setting and close to town. $585,000. Price Reduced!! Like new office building on the south side of town, where all the new development is happening. Great frontage and visibility from Highway 83. A rock fireplace in the reception area adds to the rustic ambience. Sit outside in the morning and drink coffee on the huge covered front porch. Possible owner financing at $225,000. 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.
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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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34. Invited 35. False god 36. Small 38. Weep 39. Without a ripple 41. Perch 42. Violent disturbance 44. Pressure 45. Disentangles 46. Blatant 47. TV, radio, etc. 48. A thorny stem 51. Dines 52. French for “State” 53. Affirm 54. Reflected sound 55. Flat-bottomed boat 56. Stitched 58. Frozen water
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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PRESENTS A BROADWAY MUSICAL MEDLEY Saturday July 14th 1:00 p.m. RAYMOND JAMES® FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC. Member FINRA/SIPC
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TRI CANYON BRANCH THE HONDO NATIONAL BANK WILL BE CLOSED IN OBSERVANCE OF INDEPENDENCE DAY WEDNESDAY, JULY 4TH & JULY JUBILEE SATURDAY, JULY 7TH 2018
410 S Hwy 83 Leakey, TX 78873 Ph. 830-232-4553 Office Hours-Lobby Mon-Thu 9:00 to 3:00 THEFri HONDO 9:00NATIONAL to 4:30 BANK WILL Office Hours-Drive-Thru BE CLOSED OBSERVANCE Mon-Fri IN 9:00 to 4:30 OF Sat 9:00 to 12:00 Drive-Up ATMDAY INDEPENDENCE Located at Branch Also located inside Concan WEDNESDAY, JULYGeneral 4TH & Store