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Current Weekly News for Leakey, Camp Wood, Sabinal, Utopia and Surrounding Areas Vol. 5 No. 12

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MILITARY TRAINING COMING TO REAL COUNTY Over the last several weeks information has trickled in regarding a proposed military training to take place in seven of the Southwestern states. I received several notifications from individuals and watchdog organizations. I received no notification from local officials, but was forwarded a response from Real County Judge Garry Merritt “An 8 week military training exercise is scheduled for mid July to mid September of this year in several states, including Texas. Some of the exercise may take place in Real County. A military information specialist will be at our

Commissioners Court meeting at 9:00 a.m. on April 13 to give us more details. Please pass the word that this meeting is open to the public if anyone would like to hear the information first-hand.”

Military News Organization Stars and

Stripes reported U.S. Army Special Operations Command is pushing back against alarmist claims that an upcoming U.S. military exercise is a preparation for imposing martial law or subduing right-leaning groups and individuals.

Conspiracy theories about the exercise, known as JADE HELM 15, appeared online this week. Some commentators railing against the event referred to an online slide show allegedly created by USASOC, which outlined a special operations exercise slated to take place across multiple states, outside the confines of U.S. military bases. In the slide show, a map of the southwest region of the United States labels Texas and other territory as “hostile” or “insurgent pocket.” The document also refers to coordination with law enforcement agencies.

SABINAL STANDOUT SELECTED

BY U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY FOR 2015 SUMMER SEMINAR Sabinal High School Principal Luciano Castro announced Sabinal High School student Miranda Robles has accepted an offer to attend this year’s United States Air Force Academy Summer Seminar. Robles is slated to attend the program in June along with other conferred selectees from across the nation.

Summer Seminar at the Air Force Academy offers a unique opportunity for emerging leaders to see the Academy experience firsthand. The seminar is specially designed for high school juniors heading into their senior year. The program is geared to be both fun and demanding. During the week long seminar attendees will be able to explore academic majors through workshops taught

by Air Force Academy faculty members in subjects ranging from aeronautics to humanities while participating in a variety of physical fitness activities.

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Raymond Robles and daughter Miranda Robles

Governor Abbott Files Amicus Brief Calling On Court To Halt President Obama’s Executive Amnesty ............................ Page 2

LETTER TO THE EDITOR ............................ Page 2

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

Today’s Weather

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Officials at USASOCM were not able to immediately verify the authenticity of the slide show because their computer firewalls prevented them from accessing the websites where the document appeared.

Army Lt. Col. Mark Lastoria, a USASOC spokesman, confirmed that there is an upcoming exercise called Jade Helm 15 which is scheduled to take place this summer at locations in Texas, Arizona, New Mexico, Utah, Colorado, California and Nevada. But he denied the event is preparation for some sort of military takeover.

“That notion was proposed by a few individuals who are unfamiliar with how and why USASOC conducts training exercises,” he said in an email.

“This exercise is routine training to maintain a high level of readiness for Army Special Operations Forces

Water News and River Flows River flows were taken on the Frio River and Nueces River on March 23rd and 24th with the flows fluctuating once again; five of the crossings showed an increase in flow and two of the crossings showed a decrease in flow.

The Dam Crossing on the Nueces River showed the largest increase which was about 35% or 5,887 gallons per minute and the Kent Creek Crossing north of Leakey on RR 336 on the Frio

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because they must be ready to support potential missions anywhere in the world on a moment’s notice.”

He said the only thing unique about this particular exercise, which is slated to take place between July 15 and Sept. 15, is “the use of new challenging terrain” which was chosen because it is similar to conditions special operations forces operate in overseas.

Lastoria said coordination with local law enforcement is necessary for safety reasons because some of the training will take place outside of military bases where civilian agencies have jurisdiction.

He said his office has been receiving a lot of calls from people who heard about the exercise and are concerned about “the nature of the training objectives.”

Calls this week to Thomas Mead, Operations Planner, were not returned. (map may be viewed on page 13)

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Ross Smith was born in 1929 in Lebanon, Indiana, to Marie and Oral Smith. He had 4 sisters and 1 brother.

One sister died as an infant, his parents divorced and one brother and sister were adopted out. His mother, his remaining sister and he, moved in with his grandparents, Samuel and Ida Wilkins. His mother never remarried.

At the age of 17, before completing high school, his mother signed permission, and he joined the United States Marine Corp on May 4. 1946. For basic training, he was sent to Parris Island, near Beaufort, South Carolina. He then was sent to Cherry Point, near Havelock, North Carolina. More training was given to him at Jacksonville, Florida, and at the Naval Air Technical Training Center, near Millington, Tennessee. He was transferred to El Toro California Marine Corp Air Station near Irvine, California. Next up was Guam, where he spent 2 years as a mechanic.

He also got his GED while on Guam, fulfilling a promise to his mother. He was then transferred back to Cherry Point and spent 2 years there. Then it was back to the Naval Air Technical Training Center in Tennessee as an instructor for plane mechanics. He was there 3 years.

Korea came along and he went there as an aircraft mechanic. He was then transferred to Akron, Ohio, where he was in the same hanger as the Goodyear

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River increased 30% or 300 gallons per minute. Rainfall varied last week ranging from 0.5 inches in the Rio Frio area to 1.6 inches in Leakey to 1.9 inches in Camp Wood with totals on the Nueces increasing to the South toward Uvalde County. If you know where these crossing are located across the District you can tell that there is a slight pattern in the fluctuations this reading. Flows from Leakey to Rio

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FRIO CANYON GARDEN CLUB

Frio went down this time as the rainfall amounts went down to the south. On the other hand flows from Barksdale to Camp Wood to the Uvalde County line increased as rainfall amounts were greater.

The following is the most current flow rates for our District. Fulgham’s Crossing just south of the Alto Frio Baptist Encampment had a flow of 10,614 gpm last measurement and

now has a flow of 5,992 gpm. This is approximately a 44% decrease in the flow. March of 2014 had a flow of 11,033 gpm at this site. The Leakey Springs Crossing had a flow of 3,650 gpm last measurement and a flow of 3,289 gpm this reading which is about a 10% decrease of flow. Last March the flow was 3,302 gpm, this site is very similar to one year ago. continued page 11

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blimp. When the Marine Corp closed that operation down, he went back to Tustin, California, to the Marine Corp Air Station there. It was while there that he made the switch to helicopter mechanic.

In the 1960’s, he was transferred to Japan, close to Tokyo, to a helicopter station. He was sent to Laos, which was having a problem, working with one of two squadrons of helicopters on an aircraft carrier.

They appeared off the coast of Vietnam and were ready to deploy, but with their presence, the problem in Laos was resolved. He got liberty in Hong Kong, then went back to Japan. Next up was the new Marine Corp Station at Okinawa, followed by a trip to the Philippines, then back to Tustin, California. In 1963, he was put on recruitment duty in New Orleans, Louisiana, which he loved. He retired from the service in 1966. He landed a job as an aircraft mechanic at Lakefront Airport in the Big Easy, held it until 1970.

It was there that he met his future wife, Geraldine Allain. They were married July 5, 1971.

He got a job with the railroad in Atlanta, Georgia, for a year, then came back to Lakefront. In 1974, they headed to New Mexico, but turned back, and moved instead to San Angelo. At first, he worked for Mitsubishi Aircraft, as an inspector, until the business sold. He got a job as a stocker for Bealls Department Store in San Angelo, and in 1985, went to work for

the San Angelo Standard Times. He was involved with computer networking and was an assistant to another retired Air Force person. In 1994, he retired at the age of 65, and he and his wife moved to Fort Clark Springs, having had a membership for some time.

He has two children, a boy and a girl by a previous marriage, and his wife has two boys, the closest one living in San Antonio.

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Governor Abbott Files Amicus Brief Calling On Court To Halt President Obama’s Executive Amnesty AUSTIN – Governor Greg Abbott has filed an amicus brief in opposition to the Obama administration’s Emergency Motion for Stay Pending Appeal in the case to halt President Obama’s executive amnesty. The Governors of Louisiana, New Jersey and South Dakota joined Governor Abbott in filing an amicus curiae or friend of the court brief.

“President Obama and his lawyers have shown an alarming lack of respect for the Rule of Law throughout this entire judicial process,” Governor Abbott said in a statement. “I expect their request for a stay to be denied so these proceedings can continue, and I am confident the case will ultimately result in victory not only for the State of Texas, but also for the Constitution of the United States.” In the brief, the Governor says the states have two interests in defending the preliminary injunction entered by the district court: to protect the executive branches in the Governors’ states from

“irreparable injuries,” and to rebut “the arguments offered by the State of Washington on behalf of 13 other states.” The brief goes on to highlight that, while the State of Washington may prefer the immigration policy embodied in the President’s executive action, this case is not a debate about immigration policy; instead it is about the Constitution and the President’s most recent attempt to circumvent it. The Governors’ brief emphasizes that Congress passed the federal immigration laws in 1952, and that those laws have been amended numerous times over the ensuing decades. Those efforts by previous Congresses and previous Presidents mean nothing if they allow the current President to unilaterally dispense with those statutes, unilaterally create a new immigration system, unilaterally create new employment and social welfare programs, and insulate the entire effort from judicial review.

First Lady Cecilia Abbott Visits Irving, Tours Thomas Haley Elementary School

IRVING – Texas First Lady Cecilia Abbott today visited Thomas Haley Elementary School in Irving, where she toured the school and met with the Principal and Irving ISD Superintendent, as well as teachers and students in several classrooms.

“Thank you to Dr. Parra and Principal Zavala for the warm welcome to Thomas Haley Elementary.

I’m so proud of what you have achieved - Thomas Haley Elementary is home to the Irving ISD Teacher of the Year, and the school district was the National AP District of the Year,” said Mrs. Abbott. “It was so wonderful to be back in a school today and have the

opportunity to visit with teachers and students. As a former teacher and principal, I know that the path to success begins with education. Governor Abbott and I are committed to making sure that all Texas students have access to the best education possible, and we look forward to working with administrators, teachers and parents across our great state to create the best education system in the nation.”

The First Lady was joined by Irving ISD Superintendent Dr. Jose Parra, who was a guest of the Governor and First Lady for the Governor’s State of the State Address in February.

SABINAL STANDOUT SELECTED BY U.S. AIR FORCE ACADEMY FOR 2015 SUMMER SEMINAR continued from front page

“Miranda exemplifies all the qualities of an outstanding young leader in our academic classrooms, in our hallways, and on our athletic teams,” said Castro. “She is deserving of this terrific opportunity, and we are very proud that she will be representing Sabinal High School in Colorado Springs this summer.”

According to the Academy, students are selected to participate in Summer Seminar on a whole person concept that includes those who demonstrate sustained leadership experience or potential in extracurricular

and community activities, athletics and academics.

Robles is a triple-letterman in varsity basketball, cross country and track, and serves as secretary of Sabinal’s National Honor Society chapter. In addition, Robles is currently a candidate for the University of Texas’ McCombs School of Business Subiendo Academy for Rising Leaders Program.

Miranda is the daughter of Frank and Leticia Curtis of Utopia, Texas, and Raymond and Yvette Robles of Helotes, Texas

Dear Editor , OBAMA. RACE & IMMIGRATION I said years ago in this Leakey paper (or the previous one), before Obama was elected, that if we elect this man, who is only two generation away from the African mud hut in Kenya, East Africa, confused by his Marxist-socialist training at Harvard, to be President of the United States, he will not only mismanage and run-down this country, but if he fails to perform, all the pent-up American racism of yesteryear, will come back with a vengeance.

I also said that Obama would appoint black people and minorities in key positions at all levels of government, from your local Social Security office, to all Agencies, all Cabinet Secretaries, and all power positions of the bureaucracy, up to the US Attorney General, and the IRS, all of whom will be surrounding themselves with a newly hired staff of only black people, rubbing their hands and thinking: “pay-back time!” (It is only human, isn’t it?). The irony is that, a hypocritical Congress would never dare NOT to confirm Obama’s Black and/or minority appointees, however incompetent.

Look what happened! Today, we have large scale racial riots in the streets of many cities, we have groups of fraternity students singing racial hate songs in chorus, and blaring out the “N” word. Sleezy politicial demagogues like Al Sharpton and others are playing the race card on both sides of the color spectrum. And TV pundits are fanning the fire. Race, race, race, is the talk of the day. It will not end well.

It may have relieved the deep guilt feelings of America’s racist past, to elect Obama, but it is obvious now to many folks, that it was a well-meant mistake.

But from what I understand, the blacks alone are certainly not the problem of America. In fact, the educated and religious ones are by and large nice, friendly, and law-abiding people. The TV is now full of good-looking Blacks, male, females, gays, liberals, radicals, and all types, like never before. (our Police apparently sees to it, that most of the bad ones are in jail, or are just shot in the streets, some by mistake). So, stop picking on blacks, please. They have it hard enough.

According to former klu Klux Klan leader David Duke, who was interviewed on Aljazeera TV recently, he never had any issues with the blacks on a racial basis.

His concern has always been, and continues to be the destruction of the white Anglo-European American Culture in favor of a slew of other ethnicities and Cultures.

The Klan has a bad name. But what is so wrong about white American Christians of European ancestry (70% of the country) wanting to safeguard their culture and protect it from outlandish foreign influences, and strange alienating ethnicities with offensive customs and morals? (e.g. bad treatment of women, murderous religious dogmas, controversial dress codes, excessive greed, etc.)

Mr. Duke’s gripe today is not with the Blacks but with the Jews. (....., although Jews are white. See? He is not a racist in the conventional sense. LOL). However, I noticed that he avoids using the word Jew or Semite, so as not to be labeled “anti-semite”, which in American politics is a death sentence...., much worse than the label “racist”. Mr. Duke calls them ZIONISTS. They virtually

control all aspects of American life, says the former Klan leader...., and endanger the whole world, at the same time.

As a multi-cultural immigrant myself I am fascinated and alarmed by the unmitigated cultural mess of the American melting pot, and the resulting scene in public places. Try New York. It is not really a uniform melting pot, producing a uniform American culture. Far from it! It is a bad metaphor, because melting pots produce something better than what went into them, like beautiful shiny alloys, e.g. stainless steel. America is more like a stew of vegetables, than a melting pot.

(Cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, garlic, onions, shallots, radish, okra, carrots, leeks, celery, tomatoes, peas, beans, you name it.). You can still identify each vegetable...., and each one has its own flavor and character.

If you ask this immigrant, (put me down as garlic for my French ancestors) the “melting pot” thing is not melting very well these days........., and the boiling stew smells to high heaven. (can you smell the garlic?). Many ethnicities seem to cause some kind of problems (drugs, prostitution, slave trade, foreign brides, terrorism, financial fraud, etc.), and they often resent and fight each other. Mainstream American patriots are waking up to a new nightmare: out-of-control immigration and immigration demagoguery. Terrorists, Gang members, sick people, children, are all flocking-in together illegally or legally by Presidential Order. Obama is selling out America to the crazies. Some ethnicities, namely fundamentalist Muslims specialize in cutting other people’s head off...., for crying out loud. (Are we really created equal? Are we?). One good thing about Muslims is, they’ll cut your head off, but they don’t charge interest on loans. It’s against their religion. (Can’t say the same for Jews, and British bankers!..., can you?).

If I ruled the world, I would prefer to encourage sustainable diversity of birds as well as ethnic cultures, each in its own HABITAT, visiting, playing, and and trading with each other in mutual respect and appreciation, rather than creating a “melting pot”.

(The only thing the “melting pot” produces well are democratic votes, and the perpetration of the Welfare State). If you haven’t noticed, some of these ethnic types are endangered species...., and some are very venomous species. This is a new era. Please stop destroying the rain forest, and the rare species, but also stop all immigration worldwide. Ethnicities are part of the planet’s eco-system. Call Green Peace! Help people, ethnicities and cultures florish peacefully at home, in their own geographic habitat. They will be happier, I promise. STOP BRINGING THE WHOLE THIRD WORLD INTO AMERICA AND EUROPE. This has been a disaster!!! If anything, it’s a ZOO without cages..., not a “melting pot.” (The European immigrants of earlier centuries were one thing, but outlandish, wild, criminal, weird, and/or insane third world immigrants sneaking-in today are another). Enough is enough.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Gueric Boucard Leakey, Texas

NEW SEX OFFENDER REGISTRATION

by Julie Becker

Over the past three weeks, we have published all of the registered sex offenders listed on the Texas Department of Public Safety website for Real County. We will continue to publish any new registrants and will periodically publish the entire list and/or their entire descriptions and pictures. You will not find the below listed sex offender on the website, however his Real County registration has been completed. If you have any questions or suggestions regarding this series please give me a call or email me .

Sells,Tommy Dale Sr. 710 S. Nueces St Camp Wood, TX The Sabinal Civic Club will meet Thursday April 2, 2015 in the Sabinal Public Library at 4:00PM. Frank Jones III and Johnny Ruiz from Utopia will be presenting the program. They are authors of books for young people and adults alike. Hostesses will be Melba Henry, Patty Driskill and Frances Guevara. The club will discuss the bingo fund raiser set for April 11, 2015. The money raised will be for scholarships. Members who are in charge of gifts are to bring them to the meeting.

Registration Lifetime Verification Monthly Sex Male Race White Ethnicity Non-Hispanic Height 5’06” Weight 160 lbs Hair Color Gray Aggravated Sexual Assault – Child/Enhanced P.C. 22.021(a)(2)(B) Indecency W/Child – Sexual Contact / Enhanced P.C. 21.11(a)(1) Victim Age 6 Disposition Date 03/01/2001 Sentence Sentenced 15 yrs Status Parole

The Uvalde Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas will meet Thursday, April 2, 2015 from 5: 15pm to 6:30pm at the El Progreso Memorial Library in the Doughty History Room. The program will include a stroll in the wildscape garden followed by a business meeting. The garden is changing on a daily basis with many new plants being added. Prospective members and persons with interest are always welcome to attend.

Shawn Streib Gray, Broker 830-232-4500 230 US Hwy. 83 Leakey, Texas 78873 HOMES Property 002: 2 story family home in Saddle Mtn. on 2+ ac. Sits on bank of creek. Lots of decks + hot tub! Fun house!! $179,950 Property 009: Lovely& spacious 4BD/4BA home on 1.5+ acs. Frontage on Little Dry Frio. Pool and huge oaks. Must See!! $249,000 Property 010: Log cabin on Patterson Creek under giant oaks! 2BD/2BA + loft. Cabin next door also available. $159,000 Property 012: 89 Roy Chisum Rd. 13.9 acs. Sunrise Ridge.

Spacious main home, 5 rental units, 600’ Frio River frontage! $779,000 PENDING Property 013 : 96 Canyon Oaks Dr. in Concan. 3BD/ 3BA 1792 sq. ft. home. Great rental potential $229,500 POSSIBLE OWNER FINANCE! Property 014: 3/2 in Concan. AWESOME views. New windows & AC. Carport w/storage, huge new deck, stone firepit. $275,000 Property 018: Darling 3/2 near Ingram Elem. Stone exterior. New flooring and new CA/CH. Detached 1 car garage. $117,500 PENDING NEWProperty 022: Cute cabin on 2.64 acres with large front & back decks. Fronts RR1120. Walk right out back to the Frio River! $279,900 Property 023: 3BR/3.5BA on 5+ acs. w/Patterson Creek frontage. Excellent rental history. $349,000 HUGE REDUCTION Property 024: Stunning 4BD/3.5BA contemporary on golf course. Beautiful views. 2500 sq. ft. w/tons of upgrades. $419,000 NEWProperty 032: Cute 2/1 log home w/one car garage.

Next door to Property #10! Patterson Creek behind the homes. Just $139,000 Property 039: Beautiful & spacious 4Bd/3Ba on nearly 1 ac. in Twin Forks. Super floor plan, covered porch, newer constr. $225,000 Property 040: Newer rock home in River Tree. Heavily treed lot, unique touches throughout, outdoor fp, river park. $240,000 PENDING Property 041: 3/2 log home. Wrap-around porch all 4 sides! 2.94 acs. More acreage available. Gorgeous river access! $250,000 REDUCED NEWProperty 049: 4738 RR 1051 in Reagan Wells.

Well kept 4BR/2BA home on 17.78 beautiful acres! No restrictions. NICE! $375,000 Property 050: 5+ acres, small cabin, fenced, private with lovely frontage on the West Frio River. All utilities in place. $178,500 NEWProperty 051:Breezy Oaks is a 4/2 in Concan. Sleeps 14 and in rental pool. Private, oak trees, large porch, selling furnished! $209,900 Property 061: INCOME PRODUCING 2BD/2BA condo in Concan. Resort style pool, covered balcony, pretty views. $124,999 Property 065: 3/2 brick house on RR337. No Restrictions.

Currently a successful nightly rental. CLOSE to river. $129,500 Property 071: 4/3 in Mtn. Valley--Concan. “Southern Comfort” Sleeps 16 @ $425/nt. Nice firepit and attached 1C garage. $319,000 REDUCED Property 073: 616 E Mesquite, Uvalde. Neat 2/2 home about to undergo a remodel. Buy now and choose your colors!!! $150,000 Property 075: 3/2 on 5.3 acres in Deer Creek. Gorgeous oak trees; fenced lot, newer home. MUST SEE! $275,000 Property 080: Home& guest home on 28 acres in Leakey!

In-ground pool, entertaining areas, barn, unrestricted!

Owner is LREA $750,000 Property 084: 2BD/2BA home on 1⁄2 acre on Garner Field Rd. across from SWTJC. Excellent location. Well kept home. $239,900 Property 085: 179 Roy Chisum Rd. 4BR/3BA on .82 acs. w/ gorgeous & private river access! No restr. Potential for income! $385,000 LOTS Property 001 : 9.3 ac. Views, underground utilities and sensible restrictions. Borders a large ranch. Owner/Broker. $129,900 MAKE OFFER! Property 007 : Concan Country Club lot! On Starry Night cul-de-sac w/lots of trees. Great Price. $70,000 NEWProperty 008: 2.73 acs. in desirable Frio River Place.

Flat, treed lot w/water & elec. available. Close to Frio River! $99,000 MOTIVATED Property 011: RIVERFRONT! 2.15 ac. lot ready for your RV. 2 car garage + a slab. Central water & elec. in place. $215,000 Property 017: Frio River Frontage!!! 2+ ac. lot w/156’ of river. City water, meter loop and septic all in place. Must see! $194,900 Property 019: 2 ac. lot in Saddle Mtn. No HOA, mobiles ok! Has water meter, elec. at property. Lots of oaks. $52,500 Property 021: 3 view lots in Concan, TX! 1+ ac. each.

Water& elec. avail, nightly rentals OK. Great price! $29,999 Ea/$75,000 All *REDUCED* Property 026-027 : RIVER FRONT! Gorgeous oak and cypress trees, views of the mountains. $225,000 EA. POSSIBLE OWNER FINANCING Property 028 : Frio River Place 1.51 acs. SUPER CLOSE to river. Water system& elec. Nice area. $75,000 POSSIBLE OWNER FINANCING Property 033: 5.16 ac. lot near town. City water & elec.

Gorgeous views, paved roads, security gate. $84,900

Property 036: 8.65 acs. In Shady Oaks. Private yet minutes from town. Lots of big oaks. Electricity available. $69,000 Property 043: 8+ acs. w/gorgeous oaks and great bldg. sites. Electricity available. AG EXEMPT taxes!! Shady Oaks Subdv. $77,045 Property 044: 3.2 ac. lot w/gated entrance, paved roads, underground electricity and city water. Nice oaks & no cedar! $64,500 TERMS. Property 045-046 : Canyon Oaks/Concan lots. River access, elec./ water available. 1ac. $42,500 per lot Property 047: 1+/- ac. lot Mountain Valley in Concan.

Close to golf course, House Pasture, Frio. Rentals OK!!! $89,000 Property 048: Beautiful, heavily treed lot in The Ranch.

Oak, pecan & elm trees in abundance. 6.37 acs. Frio River access. $143,325 Property 052: 5+ acres just West of Leakey. Fronts on John Buchanan Rd. Bldg. site faces east and is ready to go! $52,500 Property 054:Riverfront lot in Concan. Rentals ok.

Decades old hand-crafted stone staircase to river.

Heartstone Subdv. $319,000 NEWProperty 063: Lovely 3⁄4 acre lot in Heartstone Subdivision. One of the last remaining river access lots available! Get it NOW! $119.000 Property 064: Another beautiful lot in The Ranch! 5.76 ac.

Ag. Exempt taxes, river access, backs to larger acreage for privacy. $139,000 Property 066-068: 3 adjacent tracts in Deer Creek Estates—Rio Frio, TX. Beautiful homesites with views!

9-12 acs. $9,000 PER AC Property 074: 5.02 ac. lot in The Ranch in Concan. Ag. Exempt for tax purposes. Beautiful river access. Wonderful homesite! $108.000 Property 077: Seven 1 acre lots in Tierra Linda in Concan!

Beautiful, flat, easy to build. Close to golf & House Pasture. $79,000 each Property 078: 5+ ac. River Front lot in Rancho Real north of Leakey. West Frio frontage, no utilities. $89,000 Property 081-83: 1-9 ac. lots in Concan. You have to see these lots. All utilities and VIEWS for miles. $39,500-$49,500--$55,500 ACREAGE Property 015: 37.72 acs. of excellent hunting property.

3 sides fenced, has elec., water well, & home in need of repair. $162,500 Property 016: All useable land on this 10.43 ac. tract between Sabinal and Utopia. Good horse property. Hunting OK. $57,365 PENDING Property 025 : RR336 north of Leakey. 17+ acs. West prong of the Frio River on eastern boundary $222,000 Property 029 : 260 acs. +/- WILL DIVIDE Hwy. 337W frontage. Call Martin for all the details! $4250 per acre Property 030: Five (5) Spring Country hunting tracts totaling 68 acres. Will possibly divide. $153,000 NEWProperty 034: Scenic views from this 19 ac. tract just a mile east of Leakey. County rd. frontage, private well & electricity. $85,500 Property 035: 35 acs. of great hunting in Spring Country Ranch. Access to spring fed pool. 4x4 needed. No utilities. $104,940 NEWProperty 053: 25 acres in Hidden Hills, Center Point, TX—Kerr County. Gated, paved roads, beautiful homes!

Ag. Exempt! $230,000 Property 058: 39 ac. in Rancho Real. Big views and great hunting. 4x4 is a MUST to access this property. $79,960 Property 060: 125 ac. west of Leakey on Hwy 337.

Electricity on 2 sides. Frontage on highway and County Rd. $4,250 per acre Property 062:12+ acs. STUNNING views. Easy access via county road. West of Leakey. Elec available. Great homesite. $4,000 per acre Property 076: 25+ AC @Reagan Wells. Elec available.

Gorgeous creek and swimming hole. No restrictions. Hwy. frontage. $282,238 Property 079: 39.66 acs. set up for hunting. Wonderful cabin w/all the comforts of home + stunning views. Spring Country. $150,000 PENDING Property 086: 26.69 acs. west of Leakey 6 miles. County Road frontage. Elec available. Rough to rolling terrain. $4,000 per acre COMMERCIAL Property 3-6: 1+ ac. Commercial lots Concan. Frontage on US HWY 83. All utilities available. MAKE OFFER!!! $139,000-$149,000 Property 012: 89 Roy Chisum Rd. 13.9 acs. Sunrise Ridge.

Spacious main home, 5 rental units, 600’ Frio River frontage! $779,000 PENDING Property 020: RIVER RAGS ‘N RHINESTONES. Hwy 83 includes SIX acres of commercial land and building. $399,000 REDUCED Property 031: Riverfront home in the Frio Pecan Farm! In rental pool. Lots of amenities. $269,000 Property 37 & 38: 2BD/2BA adjacent log cabins in Frio Pecan Farm. Income producing. All reasonable offers considered! $147,000 each Property 69: 2BD/2BA log cabin in Frio Pecan Farm.

Income producing $155,000 Property 056: LEAKEY BEVERAGE BARN. Turn key opportunity for established business! Land & FFE included! Great price $350,000 Property 057: BURK FEED & WESTERN WEAR! Turnkey business opportunity on Hwy. 83. Possible owner financing. $435,000 REDUCED

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Wednesday, March 25, 2015

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JAIL REGISTER

Real County Sheriff’s Office Weekly Dispatch Report March 15 - March 21, 2015

March 15- March 21, 2015

NEAL, CORKY DALE, 21 W/M, LEAKEY, TEXAS, A/O CASTRO VIOLATION OF PROBATION BURGLARY OF BUILDING VIOLATION OF PROBATION - DWLI W/ PREVIOUS CONVICTION, IN CUSTODY; CRAWFORD,HEATHER RENAE, 44 W/F, LEAKEY, TEXAS, A/O CASTRO, THEFT

BY CHECK GRATER OR EQUAL TO $20 LESS THAN $500 CAPIAS PRO FINE FAIL TO APPEAR (X2) CAPIAS PRO FINE - DRIVING WHILE LICENSE INVALID, $2,000 PR BOND, PAID FINE RELEASED

BY JP, PAID FINE RELEASED BY JP. Real County Law Officers Bruce Carr, Sheriff Steven Castro, Deputy Sheriff Mark Cox, Deputy Sheriff Nathan Johnson, Deputy Sheriff Jim Wilson, Constable Corporal Jake Sanchez, DPS Highway Patrol Clint Graham, TPWD Game Warden 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.

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2218 responded to the Buckhorn Bar & Grill for a loud noise complaint 3/20/2015 @ • 1022 responded to the Post Office in Camp Wood to take a report of credit card abuse • 1101 responded to TX Highway 55 South of Camp Wood for a deer stuck in the fence 3/21/2015 @ • 1135 responded to a residence on Jo Jan Van Road for a report of a missing person • 1435 responded to Ash Creek road for civil process • 1523 responded to a residence in Twin Forks for a report of suspicious activity • 1527 responded to TX Highway 55 South of Camp Wood to assist a stranded motorist • 1946 responded to the Flat Rock subdivision for a report of trespassing and littering 2136 responded to Ranch Road 1120 and Evergreen Street in Leakey for a motor vehicle accident

NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of Ophilia Guerra, Deceased, were issued on March 20, 2015, in Cause No. 2015-1189-PR, pending in the County Court of Real County, Texas, to Veronica Valenzuela.

All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. c/o:

Sara Wells Simmonds Attorney at Law P.O. Box 1230 Sabinal, Texas 78881

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“WIC is an equal opportunity Provider and employer”

WIC services are free!

The Community Council of South Central Texas, Inc. (CCSCT) changed the Community Services office phone number for Uvalde, Real and Zavala Counties. The new phone number is (830)278-3699 to schedule an appointment. Services provided by the Community Services Division include: utility assistance, case management, tenant based rental, home programs, and information and referrals. Office hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 and 1:00 p.m. – 5:00. CCSCT does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, family status or disability. Equal housing opportunity.

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3/15/2015 @ • 1015 responded to the Leakey Auto Supply for a report of a theft • 1032 responded to the River Haven Cabins for a report of a theft • 1810 responded to Shandley & Associates in Leakey for a burglary alarm • 1937 responded to the Public Library in Leakey for a report of suspicious activity • 1942 responded to Ranch Road 1120 in Rio Frio for a report of a vehicle speeding 3/17/2015 @ • 907 responded to the Hill Country Motel in Camp Wood for a report of suspicious activity 3/18/2015 @ • 1445 responded to a residence at the 400 block of East 2nd Street in Camp Wood for a report of a fight • 1959 responded to the 200 block of John Buchanan road in Leakey for an abandoned vehicle 3/19/2015 @

Please contact: Community Health Development, Inc. 908 South Evans, Building A Uvalde, TX 78801 (830) 278-5604 ext. 3100 Reyes Lopez, Chair or Rachel A. Gonzales-Hanson, CEO

WIC has several clinics in this area.

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Leakey First Baptist Church 1st Thursday of the Month Camp Wood First Baptist Church 3rd Thursday of the Month

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Community Health Development, Inc., Board of Directors has called for its Annual meeting to be held March 26, 2015 at 5:30 p.m. at 200 S. Evans, Uvalde, Texas in the Conference Room of Our Health/Nuestro Centro de Salud.

The five slots to be filled are: A.) One Patient Representative from Uvalde County (Slot#2) B.) One Patient Representative (Slot#3) Migrant/Seasonal Farmworker C.) One Patient Representative (Slot#10), (Real, Edward County) D.) One Representative from a CommunityBased Service Organization E.) One Representative from the Health Care Field F.) One Representative from a Publicly Funded Service Entity Patient representatives on the Board must meet the following criteria: 1.) A registered patient who has been seen by a member of the medical/dental staff within the past two years.

2.) Must be 18 years of age or older.

The Client Representatives will be elected by those present at the meeting who are registered patients. The representatives from CommunityBased Service Organization, Health Care Field, and a Publicly Funded Service Entity will be accepted by the Board of Directors.

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NOTICE B I DS N O W O P E N F O R : 2008 Chevrolet 3500 Duramax Diesel with ambulance box mounted Vehicle can be seen at Frio Canyon EMS in Leakey.

Sale will be AS IS. No warranty implied, stated or otherwise.

Send sealed bids via mail with contact info to: Jimmie Walker Ambulance Bid PO Box 1117, Leakey, TX 78873 Bidding will close April 3, 2015 Winning bid will be chosen at EMS Board Meeting April 6, 2015

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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 • John Buchanan • Carl Jensen • Jesus Rubio • Bob Bowers Leakey Volunteer Fire Dept.830-232-4005 Frio Canyon EMS, Inc.830-232-5299 City of Camp Wood Mayor: Jesse Chavez Office: 830-597-2265 Fax: 830-597-5365 email:cityhall@swtexas.net Aldermen: Curtis Wilson • Domingo Tobar • Sammie Ives •Darlene Bullard • Josh Cox Volunteer Fire Dept:830-597-6100 Camp Wood Library: 830-597-3208 Nueces Canyon EMS: 830-597-4200 City of Sabinal Mayor: Louis Landeros Secretary: Betty Jo Harris Office: 830-988-2218 Councilmembers: Nancy Alvarado, Chuck Van Pelt, Jeanette Keilman, Linda Musquiz, Eloisa Munoz and Mike Nuckles Sabinal Library 830-988-2911 Sabinal Municipal Judge: Anita Herndon 830-988-2630 Real County County Judge, Garry Merritt 830-232-5304 Real County Attorney, Bobby Jack Rushing 830-232-6461 County/District Clerk, Bella Rubio 830-232-5202 Justice of the Peace Dianne Rogers: 830-232-6630 Justice of the Peace JD Martinez: 830-597-6129 Sheriff, Bruce Carr 830-232-5201 Tax Assessor-Collector Donna Brice: 830-232-6210 Treasurer, Mairi Gray 830-232-6627 Chief Appraiser Kelley Shults 830-232-6248 Real County Public Library 830-232-5199 Camp Wood Public Library 830-597-3208 Real County Commissioners: Precinct #1: Manuel Rubio Pct.#2: Bryan Shackelford Pct. #3:Gene Buckner Pct.#4: Joe W. Connell, Sr. Real Edwards Conservation & Reclamation District PO Box 807 . Camp Wood, Texas 78833 (830) 597-3322 office Fax (830) 597-3320 recrd@swtexas.net email Roland Trees, Board President Joel Pigg, General Manager

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This week I’m going to update you on World News. Not anything too in detail so I will let you know you can find all of these stories if you wish to read more in the New York Times, CBS.com or NBC.com and Yahoo.com. I took these headline stories from these sources.

Well, it is the first day of Spring on this writing and it is raining cats and dogs where I sit in the Piney Woods of East Texas...hoping our little river gets some of this one too!

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Millionaire Robert Durst was illegally arrested on charges that he murdered a woman in California, as well as drug and weapons charges filed in New Orleans, attorneys said in court papers Friday.

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Justice Department is investigating the congressional expenses and business deals of Illinois Rep. Aaron Schock, and FBI agents have begun issuing subpoenas to witnesses, a person familiar with the case told The Associated Press on Friday.

PORT GIBSON, Miss. (AP) — An FBI agent appealed for patience Friday after a black man was found hanging from a tree in Mississippi, saying 30 federal, state and local agents were working intensively to determine whether he was killed or committed suicide.”

Everybody wants answers and wants them quickly. We understand that,” FBI Special

By Elaine Padgett Carnegie Agent Don Alway told a crowd outside the Claiborne County Courthouse. “We are going to hold off on coming to any conclusions until the facts take us to a definitive answer.”

A little closer to home... SAN ANTONIO (Reuters) - Lucy Coffey, the oldest living female U.S. military veteran, has died at the age of 108. Coffey, who served with the Women’s Army Auxiliary Corps in the Pacific Theater during World War Two and retired after nearly three decades of military-related service, died on Thursday morning in Texas, the Bexar County Veterans Service Office said. She was working at an A&P grocery store in Dallas in 1943 when she joined the newly formed Women’s Army Auxiliary Corps, according to her Department of Defense biography.

PORTLAND, Ore. (Reuters) - A sixth University of Oregon student has contracted the potentially deadly meningococcal disease amid an outbreak that erupted in January, and more cases could emerge, public health officials said on Thursday.

Health officials said a 20year-old college sophomore who lives off campus has been

confirmed as having contracted meningococcemia, a bacterial precursor to meningitis that can also lead to damaging blood infections.

Washington (AFP) - President Barack Obama on Thursday warned Israel’s Benjamin Netanyahu that Washington will “re-assess” its policies after the prime minister’s election win called into question crucial US diplomatic cover for Israel at the UN. Two full days after Netanyahu’s shock election victory, the White House said Obama called the Israeli leader to congratulate him -- though the message was decidedly lukewarm.

OMRANE SUPERIEUR, TUNISIA (Reuters) - Shortly before he and a friend gunned down 20 foreign tourists at Tunisia’s Bardo museum, Yassine al-Abidi sat down to a breakfast of olive oil and dates with his family and left for work at his travel agency as usual. They said he was typical of…

PORTLAND, Ore. (Reuters) - A sixth University of Oregon student has contracted the potentially deadly meningococcal disease amid an outbreak that erupted in January, and more cases could

LISD TRUSTEES APPROVE CONSTRUCTION BIDS AND RESIGNATIONS

by Julie Becker

On Monday Leakey ISD Trustees approved construction bids for Doors, Wood Blocking, Carpentry, Technology and Concrete Stain, They also approved a change order for building end columns and girts. A proposed change was requested by the girls coach for shower doors instead of shower curtains, the request was tabled until a later date, with Trustee Jerry W. Bates stating “We need to prioritize right now.”

Trustees approved several personnel related issues after returning from closed session.

While in open session the Board approved Teachers Resignation – Rebecca Brauchle; Matt Meador; Reggie Gardner; Terminated M. B. Davis probationary contract; All dual contract, term contracts of teachers and counselor were approved according to the list presented to the board. The district voted to employ Dr. Barbara Skipper

as Superintendent according to the terms discussed in closed session.

I would like to take this opportunity to express my personal and professional appreciation to Dr. Skipper.

This project is overwhelming just to watch, much less to be in charge of, she has demonstrated absolute professionalism and unmatched organizational skills with this project and my hats off to her! In this month’s construction update Dr. Skipper reviewed the budget noting overages in regard to the City water connection. City Engineer Joel Wilkinson of up to $4600 and additional substantial connection costs were not budgeted. Skipper reviewed possible furniture purchases, classroom equipment, some cafeteria furniture, noting the current smaller tables will be used, but are too small for the older students.

A presentation was given on the purchase of the gym seating.

With the requested type of seats the new gym will seat 554 people. The first two rows on the home side will have seat backs with 30” spacing for a total of 72 premium seats! The entire seating will be electric powered for moving the seats in and out to facilitate athletic practices.

In discussion of the field house construction it was noted a benefactor has donated funds to be used for the Athletic Department and the attorneys advised it would take approximately 60 days to probate the will and receive the funds. Current plans call for a 40x80 building, but the locations is still “up in the air.”

Trustees also voted to cancel the May Trustee Election.

Trustee Alberto Gonzalez did not file to retain his seat on the board and local businesswoman Tammie Dugat was the only

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LONGMONT, Colo. (AP) — A 34-year-old woman was accused of stabbing a pregnant woman in the stomach and removing her baby, while the expectant mother visited her home to buy baby clothes advertised on Craigslist, Colorado authorities said. The woman survived, the child did not.

Associated Press-Islamic State has published a video purporting to show the beheading of three Kurdish peshmerga fighters in northern Iraq by militants who threatened to kill “dozens” more of those being held captive. The six-minute clip, which appeared timed to coincide with celebrations for the Kurdish New Year.

SIEM REAP, Cambodia (AP) — U.S. first lady Michelle Obama traveled Friday from Japan to Cambodia — a journey from one of Asia’s richest countries to one of its poorest — as part of a campaign to help millions of girls around the world stay in school.

(CNN) ISIS apparently claimed responsibility Thursday for the deadly terrorist attack at a landmark museum in the heart of that country’s capital, a mass shooting that has shaken the birthplace of the Arab Spring and stirred questions about militants in the country.

And that bloodshed, the ISIS message warned, is “just the start.”

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LEAKEY ISD SENIOR SPOTLIGHT

Dimitri Perez ,the son of Chris Perez and Brandi Pichardo has participated in football, basketball, tennis , and track.

He has also been involved in UIL, VASE, and the Pioneer Leadership Program. After graduation Dimitri plans to enlist in the United States Army to advance in the medical or engineering fields and then to complete courses to major in either Kinesiology/ Physical Therapy of Civil Engineering based on his service path.

person who filed for the position. Dugat owns Mustang Sally’s boutique in downtown Leakey. Trustee Shawn Gray filed for another term on the board. Gray owns Frio Canyon Real Estate in downtown Leakey. Thank you to both of these ladies for giving of their time for our children.

Next year’s calendar was reviewed at length, but no action was taken pending further discussion. In the Principal’s report appreciation was given to Uvalde dentist Brandi Lindsey for providing dental work to a LISD student.

In the Superintendent’s report Dr. Skipper said she is looking at grants for water catchment systems. If you have any questions or would like to review the construction plans or information, please contact the administration department at LISD.

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Reanna Pena Achieves Garrett Howton and Nathaniel Shearer Achieve another Another MOS

By Instructor Jan Prather

MOS Certificate

By Instructor, Janis Prather

Through the Career and Technical Education (CTE) program, Garrett Howton and Nathaniel Shearer once again have earned a MOS certification.

These students have an MOS certification in Word 2010 and now in PowerPoint 2010. They are also in the process of studying for the Excel MOS Certification. We are very proud of these two young men for their dedication and hard work at earning these nationally recognized certifications.

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NCHS Tennis Team at Brackettville Tournament

By Coach David Kring

Nueces Canyon tennis players competed in the Brackettville Tournament on Thursday, March 12th, and Friday March 13th in Brackettville. Boys Doubles, Boys Singles, and Mixed Doubles were played on Thursday. Girls Doubles and Girls Singles were completed on Friday .In Boys Doubles, Josh S. and Mason J. were winners in their first round over a team from Utopia. They lost their

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second round match to Dilley and found themselves in the draw for 3rd and 4th place with Brackettville. Brackettville won 7-6 (4), 6-4 in a close match and captured 3rd, while Nueces Canyon finished 4th.

Also in Boys Doubles, Josh R. and Wesley H. lost their first round to a team from Utopia and then had to withdraw from the rest of the tournament so they could compete in the La Pryor Track meet that

afternoon. Damien O. lost his first round match in Boys Singles to a player from Dilley and then he also had to withdraw to compete in the La Pryor Track Meet.

In Mixed Doubles, Ethan T. and Nikki R. failed to win a match.

On Friday, in Girls Singles, Meagan Prather finished in second place, Grace B. was third and Amanda W. failed to win a match.

NCHS has Two TGCA All State Team Members

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Two Nueces Canyon Girls Basketball players were named to the TGCA All State Team recently. Senior point guard Hailey Luce and Sophomore guard Gabby Irwin earned the prestigious honor for the 1-A Division. The recognition was a reflection not only on the two athlete’s contribution throughout the season, but also on their teammates who matured together into real play-off contenders. The Panthers advanced to the Regional Quarterfinals this year. This was the deepest N.C. had advanced into the play-offs since the 2011 campaign. This was also the last time the Canyon has had an All-State player on their roster, and now they can proudly claim two Panthers. Congratulations to N.C.’s two guards and the entire Girls Basketball Team for this honor.

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Rocksprings Track Meet The NC girls track team traveled to Rocksprings on Thursday, March 19th to take part in the Rocksprings Track Meet. Although on spring break, 14 girls participated and scored 91 points to end up 3rd in a field of 9 schools.

Results are as follows:

Gabby Irwin4th 200 m dash, 2nd long jump, 3rd high jump, 2nd 1600 m relay, 5th 400 m relay Natalie Vargulish5th 400 m relay, 3rd 800 m relay, 2nd 1600 m relay Hailey Luce2nd 1600 m relay, 3rd

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800 m relay Aspen Winston2nd 300 m hurdles, 100 m hurdles Bethany Fisher2nd discus, 4th shot put, 100 m dash Megan Sifuentes4th long jump, 5th 100 m hurdles, 4th high jump Natalia Deleon-

6th 800 m run, 400 m dash Vicki Ruiz3rd shot put, 4th discus Zenaida Galindoshot put Tori Carabajaltriple jump, 400 m dash Tyanna Schexniderpole vault, 100 m dash Jayden Aguilera-

Dominique Ramirez Day at NCCISD Monday, March 23 was celebrated as Nikki Ramirez Day at Nueces Canyon CISD. Nikki is a senior and will graduate in May of 2015.

Nikki was recently elected Prom Queen and was elected

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Prom Princess her junior year.

She was also elected to the Homecoming Court this year.

Nikki served as the manager of the girls basketball team and was the manager of the Panther football team. Nikki has also

been a member of the Panther Band.

Nikki has been accepted to Northwest Vista College in San Antonio and plans to pursue a career in sports medicine.

Nikki’s parents and

2nd 1600 m relay, 3rd 800 m relay, 5th 400 m relay Amanda Whitediscus, 100 m dash Grace White3rd 800 m relay, 5th 400 m relay, long jump, 200 m dash

By Superintendent Kristi Powers

grandparents along with other family members were on hand to celebrate. NCCISD would like to congratulate Nikki and wish her the best of luck with her future plans!

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Deliveries Relocating Foundations Set-ups Re-leveling

EMS at Work On Saturday, I noticed the Sabinal Emergency Medical Services ambulance outside the shed, all sorts of things out of place. Looked like a story to me. They were hard at work placing flooring in both the bathroom and the lounge/bedroom of the EMS shed. By Sunday all was back to normal. They are hoping to open the building up for personnel to live in, trying to make it more comfortable for them. Also they upgraded the bathroom, still in the works. The shower needs to be replaced but the toilet was redone completely. Since they are holding EMS classes on site, they found a need to get the repairs done. The EMS will have a fund raiser booth at the Wild Hog Festival. Be sure and come by to purchase a cake, cookies, pie, or a snack.

They need the money and you will be hungry. They will sate your appetite and you will support a good cause. What a deal!

Sabinal Cemetery Association When the Sabinal Cemetery Association met recently, the big topic of discussion was the need for a new building in which to store their equipment. Several months ago the present building was burglarized and equipment stolen. They feel a need to find a more secure building. They are asking for donations for that very worthy cause. Any amount of money is not too little. If you can donate, please mail the amount to the Sabinal Cemetery Association, P O Box 94, Sabinal, Texas 78881.

Annual Wild Hog Catching This coming weekend, beginning with a dance on Friday night, the Sabinal Lions Club will host their big, and I do mean big, Wild Hog Catching Contest which will run through Sunday afternoon. The ladies of the Sabinal Civic Club get involved and are in support of the biggest project that Sabinal undertakes each year. Each year the event seems to grow, there are over 10,000 people who invade our town to watch, participate, or just visit the locals. So get ready folks, its coming near you.

Hudson Brotherhood Since last Sunday was the fourth Sunday,

Hudson Brotherhood met at Central Christian Church at 8 am. There were 15 men and boys in attendance. The devotional was brought by Gerry Shudde and the breakfast courtesy of Larry Truelove.

Brotherhood is a time of fellowship amongst all churches in the are by the males in our area. It is open to all. They promptly dismiss at 9 am so that the men can go to their respective churches.

Easter Egg Hunt First Baptist and First United Methodist are sponsoring an Easter egg hunt on the Saturday, April 4, at the Veterans Memorial Live Oak Park, located to the right of Cullins Avenue and to the left of Center Street. The hunt begins promptly at 2 pm, and is for children, toddlers through third grade. Eggs are being provided by First Baptist and the Methodist are the good cooks who are providing the cookies.

Central Christian On Easter Sunday, the Central Christian Church will host an Easter Sunrise service, beginning promptly at 7 am which will be followed by breakfast.

First Baptist Sunday evening at First Baptist the dedicated Abi and Connie Jacklin for their two week trip, leaving March 28 for Peru on a mission trip. On Thursday, First Baptist will host the community wide Maundy Thursday service at 7 pm..

First United Methodist It was announced during the church service this past Sunday that the Reverend Leighanne Brechin and her husband will be leaving our church and the one he serves in Devine in June. Replacements have yet to be announced.

For the first time, there was a full slate of activities with a calendar that was full of something going on every day, excluding Friday and Saturday. Up next week is Palm Sunday. This church will host a community wide Good Friday service at 7 pm.

St. Patrick Catholic On St. Patrick’s on Tuesday, following the Mass, the church celebrated St. Patrick’s Day with a small festival in the small hall

beside the church office. Sandwiches, sweets, and drinks were served to all in attendance while Irish music filled the air.

The Way of the Cross is held every Friday during Lent at 6 pm, followed by Mass at 6:30 pm. The May 3rd raffle tickets are still

on sale and contact person is Maria Banda.

Proceeds to go to pay for the property insurance for the Church. Pope Francis is preparing to visit the United States in September of this year. He asks for the prayers of Catholics worldwide to be for the family as well as for the World Meeting on Families.

Senior Center Bingo On April 11 at the Sabinal Senior Citizens Center from 2 to 4 pm, there will be a bingo. Hamburger plates will be available for $5 which includes chips and a drink.

Prizes will be worth $20 to $30 dollars.

Games are $10 for 12 chances. Proceeds go to support the center.

Just Missed It On Saturday, March 14, I was in Brackettville at Ziggy’s Roadside BBQ, working on an interview and taking pictures of the Veterans Room for my column, then hurried over to do another interview with a second WW II veteran. Little did I know that the Veterans Room would soon be visited by William Ballard “Will” Hurd, our U.S. Representative from the 23rd Congressional District who replaced Pete Gallego. Oh, well, you win some, you lose some. Sorry folks, I just can’t be everywhere.

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Sabinal band students perform exceptionally well at Solo & Ensemble

by Zachary Sims

On March 21, 2015, 25 of Sabinal’s band members attended a solo & ensemble contest held at Lytle High School. This is a competition where students either prepare a solo work on their instrument that is accompanied by a pianist, or they prepare and ensemble piece which is played by a small group of students. All performances are given a rating from 1 through 5, with a division 1 being Superior.

Last year, Sabinal took 7 soloists to solo & ensemble; 4 of the students received a division 2, and 3 of the students received a division 1.

This year, Sabinal took 17 soloists and 5 ensembles to the contest. Of the 22 events, 18 of them received a division 1 and 4 of them received a division 2! The amount of students participating in this year’s solo & ensemble more than tripled from the previous year.

To top of all of the resounding success garnered by the Sabinal band students, Bernardo Jimenez will be attending the state solo & ensemble contest in May! Jimenez played a class 1 solo (the hardest you can play) by memory. Because he received a division 1 rating on his solo and had it memorized, he will be the first student to represent the band at an individual contest on the state level in over 10 years!

Jimenez continues to make his band and community proud of all of his accomplishments.

Back: Jaylen Rodriguez, Emma Pace, Davin Fredde, Heath White, Joshua Rodriguez, Bernardo Jimenez, Luke Davis Middle: Danyelle Trevino, John Gonzalez, Nathan Valdez, Gabriel Gonzalez, Mary Escalante, Tiburcio Leija, Taylor Chapman, Marissa Deleon, Tre Tristan Front: Autumn Davis, Baylee Rubio, Kaylee Samaniego, Sarah Miller, Jada Ramirez, Hope Lopez, Marlowe Story, Karina Davis, Trey Valdez

Bernardo is in the picture by himself to be recognized for him going to state solo & ensemble contest

Wednesday, March 25, 2015

Hill Country Herald Page 7

ONE CHILD, ONE TEACHER

On March 20, there were 600 students in India that were expelled for cheating with the aid of friends and family.

The reason for the smuggled scraps of paper and textbooks?

Mandatory tests for all tenth graders, with respectively 1.4 million students in over 1,200 high schools across the country. However, these tests are tremendously important, since passing these tests can continue these students’ education.

In America, there are mandatory tests; for freshman, it’s the End of Course exams, and for college-bound seniors, it’s the SAT or ACT. Though, these tests do not determine whether a student continues with their education, because the student can retake these tests once, twice, or even thrice. The opportunity to complete high school, no matter the background of the student, is part of the American dream - along

with the added opportunity to attend college whenever, wherever.

The students in India who were recently expelled obviously want an education, but most do not have the privilege. Education is a privilege, and that is why in countries where it is fought for, both the teachers and students focus on it so much.

For example, the seventeenyear-old Nobel Prize laureate Malala Yousafzai was taught in secret at Edgbaston High School, because the Taliban in the country of Pakistan do not want women to be educated.

Her self titled book, “I Am Malala”, is now to be studied at George Mason University.

When I was visiting in Austria, I discovered that my homestay sister knew what she claimed “a bit of French” as the majority of the language. This was along with the fluidity of her native tongue, German, and her near-perfect English.

Did I mention she could play several instruments, could play soccer, and was working on what Austrian students call a Vorwissenschaftliche Arbeit or - short version - VWA? The VWA is a pre-scientific work that all students have to complete in order to graduate.

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by Lane Riggs

The minimum for this project?

Twenty pages.

Yet, I myself will complain about homework in two or three classes. And why? The simple answer is that I take my education for granted. I know that I will finish high school, I know I will attend college.

Financially, the road may not be paved; but otherwise, it is nothing I have to worry about. The long answer is that although American education may be the dream, because of its availability, it is not the best education it can be.

I have been taught the core subjects my whole life, but now that I am more mature, I realize that there are things American students are not taught, because parents might think the subjects too hard, too demanding, too subjective.

The other day, I was reading something hanging in the hall of my high school that claimed that America’s education is one of the leading in the world, though a study recently revealed that America follows behind 16 industrialized countries in science, and 23 in math. The reading scores from American students were thrown away because of a printing error. However, this is the result of students like

me who take their education for granted, and especially of those students who attend school chiefly because desks offer a “good” napping place.

The solution to this? Maybe there is no solution. I know that the solution is definitely not outlawing an education for women; but I believe that the solution is to continue allowing every student an education. The tests may not be as hard as though in India, but some American students will still cheat. The moral is that I do not blame the students in India because I probably would have done the same, in order to pursue an education that would have been prohibited from me otherwise. To any of my teachers that may read this, this does not mean that I want you to assign a project that requires 20 pages of work, but rather that you continue to teach me. Malala once said, “One child, one teacher, one pen and one book can change the world.” Standardized and mandatory tests are not changing the world, the students in every country that has to take these are.

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UTOPIA STUDENTS NAMED TOP WINNERS AT REPUBLIC OF TEXAS MUSEUM ART CONTEST

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Three Utopia students were named the top winners at the District VII Republic of Texas Museum Art Contest, as announced earlier this month by Billie Nast, member of the Caddel-Smith Chapter, Daughters of the Republic of Texas, and coordinator for this project.

Krista McDonald won the first place award and a check for $100; Cecilia Schaefer was second and awarded a check for $60, and Lane Riggs was third and received a check for $40. They each also were awarded certificates. Their

entries were power-point presentations denoting a historical site, event, or activity that occurred or individuals in the local districts prior to 1850 who helped settle Texas. Winning entries will be displayed on special occasions at the Republic of Texas Museum and at the DRT Convention.

Other contests sponsored by the Republic of Texas Art Museum include a Poster Contest for elementary age students in kindergarten through fifth grade; an Original Artwork Contest for middle

school students in grades six through eight; a senior citizen Original Artwork Contest for adults over age 55; and the Power-Point Computer Contest for students in sixth through twelfth grades.

Texas is divided into ten districts for this competition, and District VII includes 37 Texas counties.

These Utopia students and their teacher Mrs. Lynn Scotty are to be commended for their success in this contest.

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MONTELL COUNTRY CLUB/COMMUNITY CENTER TO HOST SPAGHETTI DINNER Come one, come all! This Saturday evening, March 28, 2015, the Montell Country Club will host its annual fundraiser, a spaghetti dinner.

The event will begin at 5:00 and last until 7:00, or until the food runs out. It’s an all-you-can-eat meal including salad, garlic bread, tea and coffee, and a dazzling array of scrumptious homemade desserts.

Music will be provided by Anna and Nathan Lafrenze and Toni Hull. And the evening wouldn’t be complete without the much-anticipated Baked Goods Auction featuring some of the Nueces Canyon’s finest delectables.

There is no charge, but donations are warmly welcomed, and the proceeds will be shared by the Country Club (used for upkeep of the historic old school house) and the Nueces Canyon EMS. Good food, good fellowship, good music, all for a good cause – how can you beat that?!

Montell is a quaint little spot that has seen a lot of history. During the late 1870’s

and early 1880’s, several English and Irish families moved to the valley. The community grew large enough to merit a post office, two churches, couple of small grocery stores, and a school. The original school was probably built around 188,

but it was torn down in 1913 and sold to the Montell Country Club, which built the present structure in 1923-24.

The School Board paid the Montell Country Club $72.00 to use the building. A number of area residents today can remember attending school in the two-room building. Today the old school serves as a community center for family events such as birthday parties, bridal showers, and funeral receptions, as well as a polling place on election days.

Montell is located 30 miles north of Uvalde, or about 10 miles south of Camp Wood, on Highway 55. The Montell Country Club/Community Center is situated on the west side of the highway, behind the Episcopalian Church of the Ascension, and near the Montell Methodist Church.

So come join us for a wonderful evening visiting with old friends, tapping your toes to the music, and eating to your heart’s content!

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Wednesday, March 25, 2015

O B I T U A R I E S Marion (O’dell) Yoss Boatright

Lola Vivian Tampke Patton (July 28, 1918-March 19, 2015)

(October 10, 1923-March 20, 2015)

Marion Yoss Boatright, 83, beloved mother, grandmother, greatgrandmother and friend, passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2015.

Graveside Service were held at 1 p.m.

Saturday in Willow Springs Cemetery in Parker County. Visitation was held at 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at White’s Funeral Home, 130 Houston Ave., Weatherford, Texas. Marion was born July 31, 1931 in Timpson, daughter of Terry and Monnie Bell Sapp Blackmon. She felt that raising all of her children to have been her greatest accomplishment. They have been her most treasured inspiration. One of Marion’s favorite quotes was “Don’t ever be afraid to say you’re sorry”.

She was preceded in death by husbands, Glen Yoss and Floyd Boatright; children, Howard (Beau) Boatright, Billy Boatright, Jesse Boatright, Reba Brock and Toni Yoss Berry. She is survived by Children, Tom and Nelda Yoss, Leon and Ellen Boatright, T. Marie and Wade Shackleford, Hank and Alice Boatright, Tim and Patty Yoss, Veda and Charlie Goines, Tammie and Bobby Helm, Floyd (George) and Teresa Boatright, Barbara and Conrad Elmore, Albert and LaNae Boatright and Terry and Carynne Boatright; 56 grandchildren; and too many great and great-greatgrandchildren to name.

The angels rejoiced and Lola Vivian Tampke Patton went to be with her Lord on Thursday, March 19, 2015. Lola was born on July 28, 1918 in Utopia, Texas to Wilhelm Fritz and Nancy Caroline Tampke.

She married Robert Bounds Patton on December 22, 1939. She was preceded in death by her husband Robert Patton, her daughter Bobbie Sue Hatley, son-in-law Bobby Wayne Hatley, and grandson Jason Patton. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her brother Roy Dean Tampke, brother W.A. and wife Velma Tampke, and sister Lois and husband Gerald Storms. She is survived by her children, Peggy and husband Skipper Luce of Montell, son David and wife Janet Patton of Barksdale, son Donald and wife Marsha Patton of Leakey, son Richard and wife Barbara Patton, of Rocky Ford, Colorado, and daughter Beth and husband Lynn Shipman of D’Hanis. Lola was also the proud grandmother of 17 grandchildren, 37 great-grandchildren and 11 great-great grandchildren, and was beloved Aunt Lola to numerous nieces and nephews. Bob and Lola began their life in the Nueces Canyon area in 1955 along with their five children, Bobbie Sue, Peggy, David, Donald, and Richard.

Baby sister Beth was then added to the family. Bob and Lola raised their children on the ranch in Vance, Texas. Lola loved her church and community, and cooking was one of her favorite ways to show it. So many people can remember her homemade rolls, enchiladas, pound cake, fudge and divinity.

Lola proudly fed school kids, Girl Scouts, and hunters for so many years. Lola is affectionately remembered by most as Grannie Pat. Grannie Pat kept kids for more years than anyone can remember and loved them all as her own. There are dear family friends who have trusted generations of their children to her care. It was amazing, but somehow Grannie Pat managed to get a house full of kids to take a nap all at the same time every day...and we all know that front porch was held up by popsicle sticks. Grannie’s laugh and sneeze were equally hearty and if you got within arm’s reach, you got a hug! It will be those sparkling eyes, those full laughs, and those warm hugs that will be missed by so many. Pallbearers include Bob Lloyd, Milburn Wooldridge, Jesse Lockhart, Ben Lockhart, Phil Williams, and Oscar Reavis. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to First Baptist Church Camp Wood, Hospice of Uvalde, Bobby Wayne Scholarship Fund (Southwest Texas Junior College, Uvalde), or an organization of your choice. Visitation was held Sunday, March 22, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Nelson Funeral Chapel in Camp Wood.

Funeral services were held Monday, March 23, 2015, 2:00 p.m. at the First Baptist Church in Camp Wood, Texas, with Pastor JR Rollison and Pastor Carroll Vernor officiating.

Burial followed at the Vance Cemetery. The family invites you to leave a condolence at www.nelsonfuneralhomes.net Arrangements are under the personal care of Nelson Funeral Home of Camp Wood, Texas.

Thomas Loyd Mitchell, Jr. of Rocksprings, Texas, passed away March 20, 2015 at the age of 91, surrounded by his family who loved him so very much. He was born October 10, 1923 in Marfa, Texas, to Thomas Loyd Mitchell and Francis Ruth Onderdonk.

He is survived by the love of his life Dorothy Faye Mitchell; daughters, Connie Mitchell Johnson and husband Tom of Ordway, Colorado; Sherrie Mitchell of Del Rio; and Zane Mitchell Todd of San Angelo; grandchildren: Andrea Starbuck, Dudley Snyder, Julie Clayton, Shawn Jack, Tyson Jack, Cody Jack, Casey Jack, Kassidy Todd and Micah Faye Painter; 11 great grandsons, 8 great granddaughters with another on the way, and 2 great-great granddaughters. Loyd moved to Rocksprings with his family, including siblings Mary Louise, Crawford, Ro, Bill, when he was a sophomore in high school. He married Dorothy Faye Phillips August 29, 1942 in Junction, Texas. They have been married for 72 years and raised their three girls in Rocksprings.

Loyd and his brother Crawford served in World War II in the US Army, First Calvary, Remount Division for three years in Burma, India. Their battalion took 500 head of horses to the Chinese through the Burma Pass. Loyd was the World Champion Calf Roper in 1951 and served as the President of the Southwestern Rodeo Association. He would rope during the rodeo performance and then play with the Rocksprings Playboys for the dances afterwards. He lost his ring finger during a shipping accident and could still play every chord on his guitar.

Loyd was well known for his successful entrepreneurial ventures. Loyd and Faye opened Mitchell’s Feed Mill in 1960.

He worked hard to develop a special formulated pellet, which produced many Grand Champion Angora goats. Later he opened Mitchell’s Locker Plant where he shipped cabrito from New York to California. He shipped thousands of head of sheep to Mexico from the feedlot behind the Feed Mill. Loyd had many friends that he met while buying livestock at countless auctions around the Southwest. In 1976, he built Mitchell’s Pig-O-Tel, a farrow to finish operation, managed by Mike Todd. He started a company called Mitchco, repurposing the sheep manure from the feedlot into a Texas favorite for a floral fertilizer. A special thanks to Bobby Cottle, Ronnie Eckhart, and Agapito Franco for the many dedicated years they spent behind the wheel and miles stretching over the U.S. Loyd started playing golf at the age of 50. He and Faye would play in many couples’ tournaments around the state. They both had Hole-In-Ones at the Del Rio San Felipe Country Club within a month of one another. Loyd played the Pebble Beach Golf Course on his 80th birthday, where he completed the course in 80 strokes. He then played the Buckhorn Golf Course in Comfort, Texas on his 90th birthday and shot a 90. Loyd and Faye have enjoyed their lake house at Rough Canyon for the past forty three years. Loyd spent countless hours fishing with his family and friends. Pop’s catfish was always served to his family and friends whether at the lake or in his special kitchen in Rocksprings. His legacy to his daughters has been his pursuit of excellence in all his endeavors, whether in business, roping, music, ranching, golfing, or fishing.

Pallbearers include Justin Burk, Charles Carson, Bill Davis, Agapito Franco, Mike Murphy, Dudley Snyder, Mike Todd, and Mike Wren. Funeral services were held at Nelson’s Funeral Home in Rocksprings, Monday, March 23 at 2:00 p.m. Burial followed at the Rocksprings Cemetery. The family would like to thank Loyd’s longtime friend, Layton Black of Goldthwaite, for officiating the service. The family request donations in lieu of flowers to be made to the West Texas Boys Ranch, P.O. Box 4077, San Angelo, Texas 76904. The family invites you to leave a condolence at www.nelsonfuneralhomes.net Arrangements are under the personal care of Nelson Funeral Home of Rocksprings, Texas.

(July 31, 1931- March 11, 2015)

For Mom

Back L to R - Leon, Terry, Albert, Tiny Marie, George, Barbie Front L to R - Timmy, Hank, Tommy, Veda, & Tammie

Cecil A. Hutson, Sr.

(June 11, 1937 - March 18, 2015) Cecil A. Hutson, Sr. of Montell passed away at his residence on March 18, 2015 at the age of 77. He was born to Ben and Lucille (Sweeten) Hutson on June 11, 1937 in Houston, Texas. He married Joyce Thomas on July 23, 1960 in Houston. Cecil was a lifelong evangelist of the church of Christ and served as an elder in the Lord’s church. His passion for the Word of God was contagious and he influenced countless souls.

He loved God’s word and teaching it to others and brought others to Christ by his faithful example and dedication to sharing God’s love.

Cecil had a love and dedication to young people. He served on the Child Welfare Board in Brazoria County and he and his wife cared for many foster children in their home. He directed a session at Bandina Christian Youth Camp for over 50 years and accompanied teens on mission trips into Mexico. Cecil was a missionary in Australia and established the first congregation of the Lord’s church in Canberra, Australia. He shared the gospel around the world including, Mexico, Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Malaysia and Singapore.

He is survived by his wife, Joyce, of 54 years of Montell; daughters, Melanie Travis and husband, Paul, of Angleton, Texas and Cheryl Selby and husband, Doug, of Hurst, Texas; sons, Cecil Hutson, Jr. and wife, Barbie, of Mesquite, Texas, Charles Hutson and wife, Dana, of Athens, Texas, Derek Hutson and wife, Lori, of Round Rock, Texas, and Michael Hutson of Katy, Texas; sister, Barbara Hicks of San Marcos. Cecil was called Grampy by 13 grandchildren: Taylor, Sydney, Andy and Tiffany, Hutt and Erin, Tabitha, Miles and Reagan, Ben, McKenna, Carson, Logan, Braeden, Lexi and Simon. Grampy was also anticipating the arrival of his first great-grandchild in October.

Many other children have claimed him as their “Grampy” through the years. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Pat Dean.

A funeral service will be held on Sunday, March 22, 2015 at 3:00 p.m. at Rushing-Estes-Knowles Mortuary. Burial will follow at Montell Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to the Cecil Hutson Camp Bandina Session, C/O Curtis Sanford, 323 County Road 893B, Angleton, Texas, 77515.

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Sunday School: 10:00am Worship: 11:00am Evening Worship: 6:00pm Wednesday Bible Study: 7:00pm Preacher: Charlie Gant 830.232.4230 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

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United Methodist Church P O Box 417 419 N. Market Leakey, TX 78873 830.232.6266 Pastor: Doug Smith Adult Sunday School: 9:30 am Worship: 11:00 am Children’s Church: 11:10 am Wednesday: 5:30 pm,

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Wednesday, March 25, 2015

Hill Country Herald Page 9

Hidalgo-Cook Re-Elected to Southwest Transit Association Board of Directors Sarah Hidalgo-Cook, General Manager for the Southwest Area Regional Transit District (SWART), was re-elected to a second term on the Southwest Transit Association (SWTA) Board of Directors on March 2nd during the SWTA General Membership meeting. The SWTA general membership congregated in Santa Fe, New Mexico their annual conference and training.

She was also elected to the Executive Board as their Secretary/Treasurer. HidalgoCook will represent the state of Texas and will serve a one year

on the association’s governing board.

SWTA’s mission is to provide a community of education, communication, and advocacy to strengthen its members and their ability to better provide public transportation services and products in the communities they serve. The association consists of members in eight states known as the SWTAnation and consists of Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Kansas,

Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas.

“I look forward to continue working towards reaching SWTA’s goals on advocacy for community transportation. As a representative for the state of Texas, Public Transit is the key

to economic development and partnerships which is essential for our rural areas to access health care, employment and education. I am truly honored to be elected by my peers in the SWTA nation,” states Hidalgo-Cook.

For more information on SWART and public transportation in the Middle Rio Grande Region visit www.paseoswart.org or contact Hidalgo-Cook at 830-278-4155 x 3009 or scook@paseoswart.org.

Capital Farm Credit returns record amount to borrowers LEAKEY, Texas – This month, Capital Farm Credit (CFC) is returning a record $72 million in cash to its member customers in the form of patronage dividends.

Of that $72 million, the Uvalde Credit Office paid out nearly $2.1 million to local members.

“Since 2007, we have returned more than half a billion dollars to our member borrowers through our patronage program,” said Ben Novosad, CFC’s chief executive officer.

“As the largest cooperative ag lender in Texas, the secret to

our long-standing success is our cooperative structure.”

Borrowers who do business with CFC become stockholders and owners in the cooperative, entitling them to share in its earnings through its longstanding patronage program.

CFC’s customers own the business, and patronage payments in the form of cash-back dividends are one of the unique benefits of this customer-owned cooperative.

CFC has a long history of returning nearly all its net income to its customers, making its patronage program one of the best in the nationwide Farm Credit System. Based on strong earnings and a solid capital position, CFC’s board

of directors recently approved a $142 million total patronage declaration on its 2014 net income of $144.1 million.

Borrowers will receive more than half of this amount in cash in March, and the remainder is set aside in their names until eligible for cash distribution, in the future.

“Our earnings and capital belong to the members, and we manage it to their benefit,” added Novosad. “Our board of directors was determined to return as much of our 2014 net income in cash as possible.

“We bring value to our customers by delivering credit and other financially related services to them effectively and efficiently. As we return

the earnings through our patronage program, we effectively lower the cost of doing business for these farmers and ranchers which helps to strengthen the agricultural economy and rural communities we serve.”

Capital Farm Credit has provided financing to Texas farmers, ranchers, rural property owners and agribusinesses for nearly a century. Headquartered in Bryan, it has offices spanning most of Texas. For more information about its patronage program, financial services and office locations, visit www.CapitalFarmCredit .com.

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GRANNY’S KITCHEN BACK TO BASICS

SUMMER’S COMING

Spring break found my house filled with kids between the ages of oh 19 or so to 7 years old. I barely got out of the kitchen...so naturally I began thinking of summertime and the daunting task before us of new ideas to feed the kids for summer. Here are a few I liked! All Recipes can be found at readyseteat.com and I have printed them exactly however... Again, I advocate, organic whenever possible, ground turkey instead of beef, yogurt instead of pudding or ice cream, etc. Teaching them to make healthy choices will keep them from going down the same roads we have traveled!

SLOPPY JOE’S WITH A TWIST 1 pound ground round beef (85% lean) 1 can (15 oz each) Manwich® Original Sloppy Joe Sauce 4 mini sub or bratwurst rolls, split lengthwise 2 tablespoons butter, melted 5 Beef Franks, heated (from 12-oz pkg) 32 unpeeled cucumber slices, about 1/4-inch thick Vegetables for decorating, optional Preheat broiler. Heat large skillet over medium-high heat. Add beef; cook 5 to 7 minutes or until crumbled and no longer pink, stirring occasionally. Drain. Add Sloppy Joe sauce; simmer until hot. Place roll halves on baking sheet; brush cut sides with butter and toast under broiler 2 to 3 minutes or until lightly browned. Cut each frank into 8 pieces.

To assemble, divide meat mixture evenly and place on roll halves. Place 32 frank pieces on top of cucumber slices and secure to sides of rolls with wooden picks to resemble car wheels. Place remaining frank pieces on meat mixture to resemble car driver. Add additional vegetables to decorate sandwiches, if desired. Remove wooden picks before eating. *Involve the kids and have them make the wheels and decorate the ‘cars’. Pickle slices may be used in place of cucumber slices.

CHOCOLATE BUNNY CUPS 1 cup miniature marshmallows 4 pudding cups (5.5 oz each) Super Snack Pack® Creamy Chocolate Pudding 2 whole graham crackers, broken into 8 rectangles Red decorating gel 8 milk chocolate morsels 2 chocolate twists 2 pink jelly beans, cut crosswise in half Reserve 8 marshmallows. Stir remaining marshmallows evenly into pudding cups; set aside. Decorate graham rectangles with gel to resemble ears. Insert 2 decorated rectangles into one corner of each pudding cup. Insert morsels into reserved marshmallows to make eyes. Cut each twist crosswise into 4 pieces. Cut each piece lengthwise into 3 pieces for whiskers. Decorate each pudding cup with eyes, whiskers and jelly bean half to make bunny face. Serve immediately.

COLORFUL BROCOLI SLAW 2 tablespoons Canola Oil 2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar 1 tablespoon granulated sugar 2 teaspoons Zesty Honey Mustard 1 pkg (12 oz each) broccoli coleslaw 1/3 cup raisins 1/4 cup Sunflower Kernels, Roasted & Salted Stir together oil, vinegar, sugar and mustard in large bowl until combined. Add remaining ingredients; toss to mix.

PRETZEL CRUSTED CHICKEN TENDERS No-Stick Cooking Spray 2 cups pretzel twists, crushed into crumbs 1 tablespoon Ranch dip mix (from 1.0-oz pkg) 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper 1/3 cup Egg Beaters® Original 12 boneless skinless chicken breast tenders (12 tenders= about 1-1/4 lbs.)

Preheat oven to 400°F. Spray baking sheet with cooking spray; set aside. Combine pretzel crumbs, dip mix and pepper in resealable food storage bag. Place Egg Beaters in shallow dish. Dip each tender in Egg Beaters, then place in crumb mixture. Shake bag to coat; shake tenders to remove excess. Place coated tenders on baking sheet. Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until no longer pink in centers (165°F) and

browned. *Serve with your favorite dipping sauces, if desired.

CINNAMON DESSERT NACHOS 2 tablespoons granulated sugar 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 4 flour tortillas (6 inch) 2 tablespoons butter, melted 1 cup vanilla ice cream 1/4 cup chocolate syrup, warmed Preheat oven to 425°F. Combine sugar and cinnamon in small bowl; set aside.

Brush both sides of tortillas with butter; cut each tortilla into 8 wedges. Place on foil-lined baking sheet; sprinkle both sides of wedges with cinnamon sugar mixture. Bake 5 minutes on each side or until crisp. Divide chips between 4 plates; top with ice cream and drizzle with chocolate syrup.

Serve immediately.

PEANUT BANANA ROLLUPS 1/4 cup Creamy Peanut Butter 2 whole wheat flour tortillas (8 inch) 2 tablespoons honey 1/4 cup low-fat granola 2 medium bananas Spread peanut butter evenly over each tortilla. Drizzle honey on top of peanut butter; sprinkle with granola. Place a banana in center of each tortilla. Fold in opposite sides; roll up burrito-style.

Cut in half to serve. *Select straighter bananas to make rolling up easier.

RASPBERRY SWEET GRILLED CHEESE BITES 1 wedge light creamy Swiss spreadable cheese 1 slice cinnamon swirl bread 1 tablespoon red raspberry preserves 1 teaspoon buter Spread cheese on bread; top with preserves. Melt butter in small skillet over medium heat. Place bread, cheese-side up, in skillet; cook 3 to 5 minutes or until bread is toasted and cheese begins to soften. Cut into 4 pieces.

FIDEO WITH VIENNA SAUSAGE 2 tablespoons Vegetable Oil, divided 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper 1/4 cup chopped yellow onion 2 cans (4.6 oz each) Vienna Sausages, drained, cut into 1/2-inch pieces 7 ounces dry fideo macaroni, uncooked 1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic 3 cans (8 oz each) Tomato Sauce 1 cup water Heat 1 tablespoon oil in large skillet over medium heat. Add bell pepper, onion and sausages; cook 3 to 5 minutes or until browned. Remove from skillet; set aside. Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil, fideo and garlic to skillet. Stir to coat fideo with oil; cook over medium heat 1 to 2 minutes or until fideo is golden brown, stirring constantly. Stir in tomato sauce and water; return sausage mixture to skillet. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and simmer 10 minutes or until fideo is tender. *Fideo macaroni is a short (about 1 inch long), thin strand of pasta found in the Mexican or Hispanic section of the grocery store. If unavailable, angel hair pasta, broken into short pieces, can be substituted.

TACO SPAGHETTI 1 pound extra lean ground beef (95% lean) 1 pkg (1.5 oz each) mild taco seasoning mix 1 can (10 oz each) Diced Tomatoes& Green Chilies, undrained 2-1/2 cups water 8 ounces dry Pot-Sized™ Spaghetti, uncooked 6 tablespoons reduced fat sour cream Cook beef in large skillet over medium-high heat 7 minutes or until crumbled and no longer pink, stirring occasionally. Add taco seasoning, undrained tomatoes and water; stir to combine. Add spaghetti; bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat and cook 10 minutes or until spaghetti is tender, stirring occasionally. Top each serving with 1 tablespoon sour cream. * Pot-Sized Spaghetti is 5 inches long --- the perfect size to fit in a pan without breaking. If Pot-Sized Spaghetti is not available, break regular spaghetti in half for this recipe.

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Shirley Shandley, Broker 698 Highway 83 South * Office 830-232-6422 · #33 – New Listing! Frio Riverfront 3/2 rock home, Hwy 1120 front, 1.95 AC, separate guest suite, in-ground swim pool $615,000 · #25 – New Listing! Log Cabin, 6.96 AC on seasonal creek, solar panels, fenced. Needs TLC $104,500 · #11 – New Listing! Concan, 3/2 Rock Home, established rental income. Walk to House Pasture Restaurant $330,000 · #1 – New Listing! 2.28 gated AC with Nueces River access, water & electric available, priced to sell $35,000 · #9 – New Listing! 127+ feet Frio River, 4/4 Home plus 1/1 guest house, built in pool, screened in porch overlooks river& pool $595,000 · #6 – New Listing! 10.554 AC 2 BD/1 BA Home plus guest house, 2 story barn, swim pool, security system, fenced & X-fenced, lots of Axis Deer $249,900 · #28 – Prime Frio River tract, Frio Vista #7, Cypress trees, N. of Leakey 1.26 AC (Owner/Broker) $275,000 · #14 – 28.32 AC, 2 BD/1 BA hilltop views, 2 BD cabin, elect., septic, creek PENDING $150,000 · #20 – 5.5 AC Garner Park area, great get away, elect. & well, living quarters.

Buy season pass to Garner Park& you’ll be set for summer vacations $139,500 · #10 – Frio River Access 1.116 AC River Tree #23, gated community w/water, elect., paved street, Tr. Trailer storage area $99,900 · #18 – New Listing! 3.76 AC corner lot in Spring Hill, off RR 337, electric & telephone service, city water, reasonable restrictions $49,900 · #98 – Reduced! Large 3/2 Home w/huge open kitchen/dining/living room, Frio River access at River Tree Park, multi RV hook-ups w/septic, Lg. trees, storage shed $329,000 · #57 – Hilltop building site, 1.07 AC Concan, adjacent & access to community clubhouse & swim pool, water system, underground utilities, paved street $55,000 · #32 - .86 AC Leakey city lot, needs creative new owner to continue the work in progress $150,000 · #68 – REDUCED - This lg. 3/2 Home, guest house, workshop, lg. deck, rock patio& deer proof fence, access 2 Frio River Parks – $260,000 · #16 – New Listing! 525 AC+/- Barksdale, elec., cabin, windmill well, co. rd. frontage, blinds, feeders, cargo container $892,515 · #2 – New Listing! 2.33 AC E. Prong Frio River lined w/Cypress Trees, 1 1⁄2 story home, 2 BD/2BA, 2 story fireplace, lots of decks, CA/CH $282,000 · #63 – 4.5 AC Hwy 83 frontage, homesite, elect., water meter $49,700 · #39 – New Listing! 17.77 AC, 2 BD Rock Cabin, elect., septic, water storage $129,500 · #61 - New Listing! 72.24 AC near Leakey, beautiful log home, 2 story rental apt. Shown by apt. only $775,000 PENDING · #21 – New Listing! Frio River access, .75 AC, underground elect., water system, rentals OK, Concan $109,000 · #23 – Log Home 2/1 1⁄2 w/spring-fed creek front $160,000 · #36 – 9.3 AC Spring Hill gate comm., water, elect., views, homesite, possible owner terms $108,600 · #50 – 3 BD/2 BA Brick Home, large kitchen & open living/dining area w/ high ceilings $145,000 · #27 – Frio River & Leakey Springs Park access. 2.6 AC w/Owner Finance 20% dn., 10 yrs, 5% Now $119,000 · #49 – 92.38 AC Riverfront, cabin, water well, electricity, huge trees $9500 P/AC · #48 – 82.5 AC off Hwy 41 Exotic Game Ranch $247,560 · #58 – 3.4 Acres scenic Hwy 337, well, elect. $75,000 · #75 – 10.88 AC Home, guest cabin, access 50 AC spring-fed park $275,000 · #8 – Frio Riverfront in pristine Concan, Heartstone #8, paved street, underground elect., water system, vacation rentals allowed $319,000

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· #66 – 102.9 AC Hunting prop., may divide $180,093 · #24 – New Listing! Beautiful Frio River, 4 bedroom 3 1⁄2 bath Home, 3.54 AC, Garner Park area $675,000 · #72 – RiverTree 1.24 AC Frio River Access, treed tract w/great building site $82,500 · #71 – Twin Forks tract w/2 BD/2 BA mobile w/lg deck, storage shed $79,000 · #31 – 7 AC w/outstanding views, 3/2 Home overlooking spring-fed lake which is part of 50 AC park for Roaring Springs $229,000 · #67 – Great Commercial Opportunity! 45.37 AC fronts 1 of the 3 sisters scenic motorcycle routes, seasonal springs $453,700 · #15 – 6.3 AC joins Nueces River, Rio Nueces Ranch near Chalk Bluff $39,500 · #62 –1.2 AC Frio River Access, Frio River Place Blk IV Lot 9, gated area, water/elect. avail. REDUCED $70,000 · #29 – 23.57 Acres near Leakey off Hwy 337 E., city water, electricity, cabin $150,000 · #51 – New Listing! Lovely country 2 bedroom, 1 bath home located in middle of 3 acres with Frio River access. Minutes to Garner State Park $265,000 · #4, #38 – Pecan Village – 2 adj. tracts, joins Nueces River, huge trees $30,000 each · #56 – Lot 27 VV 1.08 AC, gated community near Garner State Park, underground water& elect. $49,500 · #77 – Lot 57 VV 1.01 AC, elect. & water, gated, area access to clubhouse w/swim pool $39,500 · #47 – Lot 2 VV 3.95 AC, water, elect., gated community, minutes to Frio River, between Concan-N-Garner State Park $55,500 · #12 – Frio Riverfront 5+ AC tracts, Prime Location, Nightly Rentals OK $295,000 each · #5 – 22.46 AC Camp, hunt, approx.. 90’ of W. Prong Frio Riverfront, meter pole $112,500 PENDING · #7 – 5.44 AC Frio Riverfront, elect. meter pole, min. restrictions, No HOA $159,900 · #35 – 1.01 AC Concan/Garner State Park area, underground elect., water system, scenic views. VV #54 $61,500 · #76 – 1688 AC Great corporate retreat, 7 BD/6 BA home, lodge, foreman’s house, airstrips, springs, creek $6,200,000 · #65 – 44.372 AC Great home place, easy access, Agr. Valuation, great views $288,418 · #70 – New Listing! 201 AC+/- 15 min. to Fredericksburg, Darling 2/1 German Home $840,000 · #13 – 5.62 AC Tract 22 Roaring Springs, access 50 AC park, elect. pole $45,000 · #17 – NUECES RIVER ACCESS, 2+ AC Homesite tracts, water, elect. & phone avail., Gated Comm. $55,000 · #30 – OWNER FINANCING 22.72 AC Crown Mt. Camp Wood, heavily treed, paved streets, water & elect. avail. $73,840 · #42 – Creekfront Lot w/scenic views, water meter (Agent/Owner) $49,500 · #26 – RiverTree, Access Frio River Park, 1.87 AC (Owner/Assoc. Broker) $69,995 · #64 – 3.58 AC Homesite, Hwy 83 front, water, elect. avail. $47,000 · #3 – PRISTENE HOME 21 AC arched entries, high ceilings, granite countertops, SS appliances, 3/3 Home. Guest Home w/oversized 3 car garage/ storage, barn w/liv. Quarters $689,000 PENDING · #69 – 26.6 Acres near Leakey, well, elect., pond, scenic homesite $179,000 · #74 – Frio River Access thru 2 parks, Twin Forks. Water & elect. avail. $27,000 PENDING

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Mary Kay Windham, Broker 664 S US Hwy. 83 Leakey, Texas 830-232-4408 office 830-374-7901 cell SEE MORE LISTINGS AND PICTURES AT WWW.HIGHPLACESREALTY.COM NEW LISTING: 5.32 ACRES with gorgeous views just a few miles west of Leakey. Access from a county road this hillside acreage has good building sites providing views to the south and east.

Taxes on the land are incredibly low and sensible restrictions are in place. $54,900.

NEW LISTING: AFFORDABLE 1.1 ACRE, with water hookup, electricity, fenced on two sides, cleared for building and access to two Frio River park areas! $39,900.

44.94 ACRES, good hunting, elec, septic, two rv’s on concrete pad under shed, with extra storage room, washroom, interior roads, feeders, traps, water hauler and 1600 gallon storage tank. It is a gorgeous drive to the property. Bring the wife, she will be happy here! $169,000.

2.1 ACRES with access to gorgeous Frio River, 2BR/2B mobile, furnished and rv with hook up, huge Pecan trees, park like setting! $125,000.

20 ACRES NEAR TARPLEY, with beautiful home and lots of special touches, seasonal creek frontage, large trees and hillside with great views.

Unique guest home with large outdoor shower. You must see this special place! $430,000.

16 +/- ACRES, south of Leakey with long, spectacular views, 3BR/2B manufactured home with covered front and back decks, carport, and portable metal building. $159,000. CONTRACT PENDING 1.01 ACRES IN VALLEY VISTA, gorgeous long views to the east, access to central water, paved roads, underground electricity, pond, 35 acres wilderness area, clubhouse and pool! $49,500.

7.23 ACRES IN VALLEY VISTA, great views, easy build with access, to central water system, underground elec., paved roads, pond, 35 acres wilderness area, clubhouse and pool! $55,500.

1.O1 ACRES IN VALLEY VISTA jaw dropping views to the west, access to central water, paved roads, underground elec., pond, 35 acres wilderness area, clubhouse and pool! $39,500.

GORGEOUS 22.85 ACRES with jaw dropping views. Recently remodeled 3BR/2B home with two living areas, and covered front porch.

If you are looking for a home with a view and acreage to roam around on and hunt, this is the place for you! REDUCED $250,000.

4.39 ACRES in desirable River Tree development just south of Leakey.

Gated River Tree provides paved roads, central water system, pavilion and rv area along with a beautiful stretch of the Frio River complete with the Lombardy Dam. This property is completely fenced with elec, water hookup, 2 rv hookups, and septic in place. All ready to enjoy with views of surrounding hills. Priced to sell at $99,000.

DARLING ROCK HOME, on almost one acre, conveniently located across from the post office and near shopping. 2BR/1B with covered front and back porch, utility room, small shed, privacy fencing and wet weather creek. Has been used as a weekly rental so income potential is there! $137,000. SOLD!

Water News and River Flows The Mill Creek Crossing showed an increase in flow since the last measurement; it is flowing about 23% higher than the last measurement, there are culverts on both ends of this crossing that still have no flow reading, this crossing has a flow of 6,895 gpm this measurement up from the flow last measurement of 5,342 gpm. This crossing is flowing a little better than it was last March when in had a flow rate of 5,938 gpm.

On the west prong of the Frio River; the Rancho Real crossing had a flow of 3,584 gpm this reading compared to a flow of 3,398 gpm last measurement or

about a 5% increase. The flow at this crossing was 3,151 gpm last March which is slightly lower than this reading. The Kent Creek crossing showed an increase since last measurement with a flow of 1000 gpm this month up from a flow of 700 gpm last measurement or about a 30% increase in flow rate.

Last March the flow at the Kent Creek crossing was 558 gpm so this is a vast improvement over one year ago.

Nueces River flows were taken on March 23rd. McDonalds Crossing was at 10,273 gpm last measurement and increased to a flow of 10,750 gpm this

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measurement; or an increase of about 4%. The flow at this crossing was 9,568 gpm last March so this crossing is showing a slight increase from one year ago. The Nueces River Dam on Highway 55 south of Camp Wood had a flow of 11,221 gpm last reading and increased to a flow of 17,108 gpm this month or about a 35% increase.

This crossing had a flow of 14,545 gpm last March, so the flow here is looking better than this time last year. Remember conserve water where you can, do your part and be water smart.

Spring is springing and the water levels will start going down over

the next couple of months as the trees and plants along the rivers begin greening up and actively growing. However, if we can believe the forecasters there is a chance of rain going into the first of April. Let’s hope this works to our advantage and we get into a wetter pattern for the spring. The tourist season is upon us and we need a good flush on both rivers to clean the river beds and banks and move some of the leaves and muck on down river. Pray for rain and conserve where you can, it could be a long, hot, dry spring and summer.

Public School Sports Access Benefits Texas Homeschooled Students Canton, Mass., 3/19/15---The University Interscholastic League (UIL) requires student athletes to be full-time students in regular attendance at the school they represent, thus effectively barring homeschooled students from participation in athletics at their local public schools. House Bill 347 and Senate Bill 391 could change this, requiring the UIL to change its criteria to allow homeschooled students to compete for their local schools. “Granting homeschooled students access to public school extracurriculars is one of the most important ways lawmakers can support homeschooled students,” said Rachel Coleman, executive director of the Coalition for Responsible Home Education, a group that advocates for homeschooled children. Participation in public school athletics and other extracurriculars has been found to have pronounced benefits for children’s socialization, self-esteem, and leadership skills. A recent study of homeschool alumni found that those who participated in public school athletics rated their homeschooling experience more highly than did other respondents. Further, researcher Joseph Richard Barno found that college admissions officers weighted

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24 HUNTING ACRES, 9 miles north of Leakey, lots of road frontage, hilly terrain, small cabin, storage rv, water storage off of gutter system, outdoor shower, access to spring-fed creek with dam. $57,000. SOLD! ONE OF A KIND vacation camp in desirable River Tree. This 1.4 acres boasts rock main home with 2 bedrooms, 2 loft areas and living, there is a separate bath house and camp kitchen area, and a rv hook up, all nestled under huge Pecan trees with beautiful views. You will only be a short distance from a very nice river park area and have access to pavilion, paved roads and central water. Lots of handcrafted touches on this one!

REDUCED $219,950.

LOTS OF BANG for the buck on this large 3BR/2B brick home situated in a very nice development within Leakey proper. Large metal rv barn with workshop, fenced back yard with another large shop that would be any man’s dream come true. It has wide covered front porch, firepit, and outdoor kitchen and could easily be converted to a mother-in-law quarters.

Manicured yard, large screened in porch on the main home, huge master suite, the list goes on and you must see to appreciate! $249,000.

1.77 ACRE, within walking distance to the Frio park area. Availability of central water and paved roads makes this a perfect spot for vacationing! $82,000.

2.2 ACRES WITH 172+ FT. OF FRIO FRONTAGE! Neat as a pin, 3BR/2B DW. 1 car covered carport, with shed/workshop on slab, sidewalks, wood steps with landings to shady bank of Frio River, vacation rental potential! SOLD! DO THE MATH! .7 OF AN ACRE, WITH FULLY FURNISHED AND EQUIPED 2500+ SQ. FT.RESTAURANT. Highway 83 frontage with good visibility! Reduced and priced to sell at $110,000.

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

COMMERCIAL BUILDING DOWNTOWN LEAKEY! Two story, with leased restaurant downstairs and offices upstairs! Offices space upstairs could be easily renovated to be living quarters! Move to Leakey and make a living! $325,000.

1.18 ACRE, access to 1 mile Frio River and 130 acres! All utilities in place, great views! REDUCED $85,000.

COZY CABIN on 6 acres, access to lake, creek, deep swimming hole. $129,000.

TWO ADJACENT LOTS, with access to the Frio River! $45,000. Each 8.09 ACRES, located north of Leakey with Hwy. 83 frontage, unequipped well, nice mix of terrain, large Oaks, easy access, good restrictions to protect your investment. mixed terrain $109,080. With owner financing available.

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extracurriculars more heavily for homeschool graduates than for traditionally-schooled graduates, suggesting that extracurricular participation is especially important for homeschooled students who are college-bound. “Excluding homeschooled children from this important aspect of physical and personal development puts them at a profound disadvantage with respect to their peers,” Coleman said. Texas’ House Bill 347 and Senate Bill 391 are part of an ongoing trend toward increasing homeschooled students’ access to extracurriculars in their local public schools. Over half of all states provide homeschooled students some form of participation in athletics or other extracurriculars through their local public schools, and that number is growing. Many states also allow homeschooled students to take individual courses at their local public schools.

In fact, in 2007, the most recent year for which we have data, 16% of homeschooled students were enrolled in school part time.

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FOR SALE BY OWNER 2-2AC. LOTS King Subdivision Walter White Ranch Road, Leakey Lots subject to future water.

CALL 830-232-6665

The H.E. Butt Family Foundation (The Foundation Camp) seeks a full time GROUNDSKEEPER. This position will work in our canyon camp facility location outside Leakey, TX. The groundskeeper will maintain and beautify grounds, planters, trees, and shrubs. Some prior experience is desired but training will be provided. For more information or to apply, please contact Shelley at 713 303 7086 or email sseverson@hebff.org.

The H.E. Butt Family Foundation (The Foundation Camp) seeks a full time, experienced LEAD PAINTER and full time, experienced ASSISTANT PAINTER. These positions wil work in our canyon camp facility located outside Leakey, TX. Painters will apply decorative and protective materials to interior and exterior surfaces of various structures, operate related equipment and comply with all hazardous materials guidelines. For more information or to apply, please contact Shelley at 713 303 7086 or email sseverson@hebff.org

HELP WANTED Seasonal Housekeepers needed, must be dependable and have own transportation, Apply in person and the Frio Pecan Farm, Leakey, Texas

43. Lubricant 44. At any time 46. Brief period of precipitation 48. Digit 49. Line 50. Water hen 51. Floor covering 52. Exchange goods for money 53. A quick short straight punch 56. Not in favor of 59. Malevolent 61. Musical composition 63. Tied 65. Shaft 67. Public violence 68. Boredom 69. Male red deer 70. Unit of area 71. Taunt 72. Novice 73. Rind Down 1. Small piece of cloth or paper

WANTED DEAD OR ALIVE! GOOD-FOR-NOTHIN’ CEDAR TREES This guy has been a public nuisance for years - stealin’ water, killin’ grass, and making people sneeze all winter long!

WE PAY A CASH REWARD OF

$70

for every DEAD (Dry) ton you drag in;

$62

and WE PAY FOR EVERY (You can fit at TON that’s still kickin’. (Green) least one ton of

FRESH EGGS

Go get ‘em!

logs, 4’’ across and bigger on any pickup)

Call the Cedarmill for more info at: (830) 232-6079

FARM FRESH EGGS $2.50 DOZEN @ BURK FEED LEAKEY TEXAS OR CALL 830-232-4752

CROSSWORD PUZZLE

1. Exchange 5. Curved masonary structure 9. Hold firmly 14. Present location 15. Commercial transaction 16. Artery 17. Fury 18. Leg joint 19. Promise solemnly 20. Start abruptly 22. Sodium chloride 24. Challenge 25. Staining substance 26. Heavy metallic element 28. Beam 30. Oval fruit 31. Snakelike fish 32. Consumed 35. Thoroughfare 38. Run away quickly 39. At this time 40. Support 41. Subdued 42. Shrivelled

DEADLINE MONDAY 5:00 p.m.

ONLY 20 CENTS PER WORD!!!

EMPLOYMENT

FOR SALE BY OWNER 5.64 ACRE TRACT 17 IN SHADY OAKS SUBDIVSION Beautiful Views with Deed Restrictions 3 mile west on HWY336, right on John Buchanan Road around to tract 17 $56,500 call 713-876-4366

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REAL ESTATE

It is our policy to furnish a home owners warranty for every property that we market and that qualifies. This would include owner occupied single family residences. It takes the worry away from owners and buyers. If you are a seller, any covered item that needs repair during the term of the listing will be repaired. If you are a buyer, any covered item that needs repair for up to 12 months after closing will be repaired. We furnish the policy, not you. So, if you are considering selling your property, list with us and let us take the worry away from you. Call for details.

Exposure is what it’s all about, Properties that we market are placed in a total of 5 multiple listing systems, including San Antonio, Midland/Odessa, Kerrville, Uvalde, and Del Rio. No one else gets your property exposed the way we do. If you seriously want to sell your property, we will seriously get it exposed! Call us today if you would like a free market analysis in order to determine the potential sales price of your real estate!

RANCHES NEW LISTING! Hidden River Ranch, 265 acres with approximately 3⁄4 mile river frontage, only 2 miles from town, deep in the heart of the Frio Canyon.

Extensive frontage on blacktop, excellent topography with pecan bottoms and field areas, three houses, a horse barn, and tractor shed, fenced and cross fenced.

Property is loaded with wildlife, including Axis and White Tail deer, feral hogs, Blackbuck Antelope, wild turkey, and others. Must see to appreciate.

NEW LISTING! 75 acres just three miles from Rocksprings, rolling tree covered topography, county road frontage, minerals intact. Owner will consider conveying portion of minerals. Good location, good hunting, great access, beautiful topography. $202,500.

244 ac located 2 miles west of Leakey. A little bit of everything, fields, mountains, old ranch house, and rustic barn. Fronts on FM 337 and also on Patterson Creek Road, with Patterson Creek forming the southern boundary. Call for details.

A horse lovers dream. 69 tree covered acres with a 4 bedroom, 3 bath brick home, and horse barn with arena, tillable fields and a Pecan Bottom with several Indian Mounds. Located on Highway 83 between Leakey and Garner State Park.

COMMERCIAL NEW LISTING! Modern Office Building on Highway 83 with a total of 5 acres to the rear. Perfect for RV Park or several types of commercial development.

Access is also provided from FM 1120. Would also make a great location for an apartment complex. Call for details.

COMMERCIAL OPPORTUNITY! Nearly 16 acres on Highway 83 in Concan, with improvements. Only $298,000.

NEW LISTING! Cielo Ridge condominiums, units 201 and 202. Two bedroom, two bath units with fireplaces, close to all the action in Con Can. Great common area amenities such as Olympic size pool.

Only $117,500 per unit.

FRIO PECAN FARM managed rental with 2b/2ba, covered porch, beautiful Pecan grove, wildlife, price reduced to $160,000. Close to Leakey and walking distance to the river!

LAND PRICED REDUCED! DEER CREEK lot with 5.31 restricted acres $59,900.

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

FRIO TERRITORIES! BEAUTIFUL RIVER FRONT TRACT, this five acre building site on the Frio River can be yours today! Huge cypress trees line this

blue water hole that is teeming with fish. Fronts on Highway 83 and the Frio River, private, yet close to town. Good restrictions, beautiful building site overlooking the river. $329,000 OAKMONT VILLAGE 2.21 acres of heavily wooded building site located just of FM 1120. $49,000 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, free roaming wildlife, hiking, biking & much more! This restricted subdivision offers great building sites for your dream home, retirement or vacation get-away.

B&B allowed. Call for a showing or take a drive out 4 mi. south on RR 1120. Prices start at $99,500 NEW LISTING Shady Oaks, 5.07 acres with a view, only $49,500.

SHADY OAKS secluded, heavily wooded 3 acre tract with a view, only $62,900.

SPRING HILL 3.52 acres with a beautiful view overlooking Leakey. City water, Price reduced to $59,900 SPRING HILL 5.1 acres in Spring Hill Subdivision, great view amenity, only $59,900.

TWIN FORKS. Full one acre in unit one, huge oaks, beautiful building site, $49,900.

RESIDENTIAL CANYON OAKS! GREAT INCOME PRODUCER IN THE HEART OF CON CAN, Three bedroom, 3 1⁄2 bath home on River Road. Income producing.

Reduced to $289,000 CANYON OAKS, three bedroom, 2 baths with in ground pool. Established nightly rental, $340,000.

FRIO PECAN FARM managed rental with 2b/2ba, covered porch, beautiful Pecan grove, wildlife, price reduced to $160,000. Close to Leakey and walking distance to the river!

FRIO RIVER PLACE beautiful home overlooking 178 feet of frontage along the Frio River. Three bedroom, 3 1⁄2 baths, huge deck that allows you to enjoy the great outdoors and listen to the running river and the birds.

This is the home on the Frio that you have been looking for. Call for details.

FRIO RIVER RANCH! GREAT INCOME PRODUCER established nightly rental on the Frio River with great swimming hole, close to town, sleeps 13 comfortably. $375,000 RIVERTREE! Two story log home nestled beneath huge Pecan trees. Walking distance to the river, 3 bedroom, 3 bath, vaulted ceiling and wrap around porch. $329,900.

Dub Suttle GRI, Broker - MEMBER: SAN ANTONIO BOARD OF REALTORS; UVALDE BOARD OF REALTORS; KERRVILLE BOARD OF REALTORS; AND THE DEL RIO BOARD OF REALTORS. We get maximum exposure for your property.

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

Kathy Suttle GRI, – Broker COME BY FOR ONE OF OUR Michael Rushing – Associate COMPLETE LISTS OF PROPFred McNiel GRI, - Associate ERTIES, CHECK US OUT ON THE WEBSITE OR SCAN THE QR CODE BELOW WITH YOUR SMARTPHONE!

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

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NOW OPEN FRIDAYS AND SATURDAYS 11AM-9PM

830-232-5022

At the Frio Pecan Farm Pavilion

BEER & WINE AVAILABLE

EAGLE AUTOMOTIVE Gas & Diesel All Makes and Models

MIKE SEWELL

ASE MASTER MECHANIC 252 E. Second Street LEAKEY, TX 78873

(830) 232-4961

Diagnostics, Cummings, CAT, Navistar Certified UTV & ATV OUTFITTING & REPAIR

GOOD FRIDAY MOVIE NIGHT Showing:

The Passion of the Christ Friday, April 3rd 6:30 – 8:30 PM at

Church in the Valley Fellowship Hall Hwy 83 South, Leakey, TX This is Mel Gibson’s epic film which focuses on the last 12 hours of Jesus's life -- from the betrayal, trial and death of Jesus to his brutal crucifixion and resurrection from the tomb. The film is spoken entirely in Latin and Aramaic.

The Crucifixion scenes are violent and incredibly graphic. Rated R - 127 minutes

- FREE Admission - FREE Popcorn and Drink -

This movie is rated R Everyone 17 and older is welcome.

Military Training Coming to Real County

337 W RR 337 LEAKEY, TEXAS 830-232-3337

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MARILYN’S

WE WELCOME ALL RECEPTIONS AND PARTIES AND WOULD BE HAPPY TO HELP YOU PLAN THEM!

WED-SAT 10:00-5:00 CAMP WOOD 591-4889 OVER 50 QUILTS IN STOCK QUEENS START AT $49

SERTA & CORSICANA MATTRESSES

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OPEN SUNDAYS !!

9a.m.-8p.m.

Corner of 83 and 337 DOWNTOWN, LEAKEY, TEXAS

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

Fri. 7-9 Sat. 8-9

TRI-CANYON BRANCH

Located on 83 between Concan and Leakey

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TIRE AND WHEEL CONNECTION

2805 Highway 90 West Hondo, Texas 78861

830.426.TIRE (8473) www.TireandWheelConnection.com

ON THE MOVE WITH YOU!

FRIO CANYON SALON at FRIO SPRINGS LODGES

692 Evergreen Street Leakey, Texas 78873 LODGING OFFICE 830-232-4174

~Reserve your Salon Appointment~ NAILS Julissa Velasques 830-275-7305

410 S Hwy 83 Leakey, TX 78873 Ph. 830-232-4553 Office Hours-Lobby Mon-Thu 9:00 to 3:00 Fri 9:00 to 4:30 Office Hours-Drive-Thru Mon-Fri 9:00 to 4:30 Sat 9:00 to 12:00 Drive-Up ATM Located at Branch Also located inside Concan General Store The Hondo National Bank will be closing early in observance of Good Friday Friday April 3, 2015 @ 12:00 pm

Hair ~ Color / style / perm Terri Lugo 830-591-7494 Maggie Lopez 830-279-8305 Massages Shellie Wade 830-261-0750

Lodging on the Springs of the Beautiful Frio Springs

THE HISTORIC LEAKEY INN Inns & Cabins starting at $79 Hwy 83 & 7th street

Leakey, texas

830-232-5246 Motorcycle friendly