May 23 2013 Edition

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May 23, 2013 Tri-Canyon’s Only Weekly Newspaper!

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VET CLINIC Burk Feed and Western Wear, Leakey on Saturday May 25th from 9 am to 12 noon

Clean air first drew Stevens family to Hill Country

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♦ Current Weekly News for Leakey, Camp Wood, Sabinal, Utopia and Surrounding Areas ♦

AMERICAN APATHY!

We have all heard the saying, “as American as Mom’s Apple Pie!” That saying gives us a feeling of peaceful, unfettered Sunday afternoons at Mama’s house. Even the “red, white and blue” is a phrase that makes many Americans automatically take a little deeper breath and feel a sense of pride or

accomplishment.

We are now two hundred and thirty seven years into the world that the rag tag colonial army secured…a future we have shared and partaken of with all generations since that time. Soon after the birth of the United States of America, citizens walked their streets with a sense of accomplishment, ownership, and responsibility, realizing that they as individuals played an essential role in keeping what liberty and

By Elaine Padgett Carnegie

freedom had been so hard won.

Citizens policed one another and their towns. They kept a close watch on the actions of their elected officials because they understood the vital importance of being involved and being informed…

If we fast forward through history to the Civil War… the greatest division this country has ever known we find American citizens on both sides still actively participating in and keeping careful eyes on their political representatives both at the local level and Federal positions of authority.

Eagle Ford Shale Introduction

Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day

by Julie Becker

by Billie Franklin

On May 13, at the regular meeting of City Council, Jason Clark and John Stacy from the University of Texas in San Antonio addressed City Council and those present about the Eagle Ford Shale Community Development Program. They are covering a 21 county region and they are offering a series of four workshops to learn more about funding available, planning for our community in relation to the recent influx of Ealge Ford Shale impact to our area. They then passed out forms for everyone to fill out in order to select the best time for these workshops.

Many members of the Sabinal Chamber of Commerce were on hand to hear this special presentation.

Mear Bridge

WHERE IN THE WORLD DID YOU WEAR YOUR REAL COUNTY CENTENNIAL T-SHIRT?

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It’s the Zumba Chicks in the infinity pool at Mystic Mountain Rain Forest Adventures, Ocho Rios, Jamaica! They had just completed their “bobsled” flight down the mountain -- a “screaming” success for them all! This was the last stop on their cruise ---- no, thank God, not THAT cruise! Standing from left to right: Toy Pendleton, Becky Doeppenschmidt, Pat Walzel, Janet Atchison, Claudia Jones and Beth Lawless.If you are planning a trip pick up your T-shirt before you leave! Get yours for only $15 each, we have all sizes. Contact Willis Springfield at 830-232-5783 or come by the Hill Country Herald shop to get yours today. They also have coffee mugs, note cards and Christmas ornaments. Be sure to send in your picture to the Hill Country Herald! Have Fun out there and SPREAD THE WORD!

DOWNTOWN LEAKEY GRAND OPENINGS

By Julie Becker

Dub’s Corner Frio Canon Dedicates Granny ............................ Page 9

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By William Sames IV

Come and join us in Downtown Leakey, Texas on Friday, May 24th at Noon for the biggest GRAND OPENINGS in downtown history! Downtown Leakey will hold SIX GRAND OPENINGS IN ONE DAY!! The Millwrights Daughter will start the festivities at NOON on Friday. This beautifully decorated antique shop has a little something for everyone and owner Pam Rice can assist you with your decorating needs. Moving up the block our next stop is Ella Purl’s Trading Post. Here, Kristi will serve you the best coffee in town, bakery goods, unique gifts ideas and a great breakfast and lunch menu. Next is the Re-Grand Opening of Cold River Hardware. Bryan and Lori have restocked and are ready for the summer season with all of your hardware needs plus a little extra for your trip to the River! The Hill Country

Herald office offers all your office needs, copies, faxes, and a central location to get your WEEKLY copy of the Hill Country Herald! They also exclusively feature Cold River Jewelry designs and a wonderful selection of BLING as well as many gift items. The latest additions to the BLOCK are the Frio Canyon Family Dollar Plus Store and The Friends Grill.

The Dollar Plus Store offers a variety of items to fill your list and the BEST Bluebell ice cream by the scoop! The Friends Grill opened last week to rave reviews.

The Grill has all your home cooking just in time for the summer months, when its just too hot to get in that kitchen!! So ya’ll come on down to DOWNTOWN LEAKEY and enjoy our open houses and warm smiles on a daily basis but especially Friday!! Be sure to sign up for the prizes at several locations!!

Miranda Richter Signs with Richland

by Julie Becker

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The Utopia Lions Club ............................ Page 9

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

Today’s Weather

High: 92° Low: 68°

L to R. Diane Mear, Jesse Luxton, Maria Mear, Luther Bushong, and Martha Bushong Sames attended the Granny Mear Bridge dedication at Frio Canon on May 18, 2013.

On Saturday, May 18, 2013, the community at Frio Canon dedicated its Frio River bridge as the Granny Mear Bridge. The bridge was constructed in 2007 and was dedicated to Sabra Adaline Mear who owned and ranched the property from 1892 until her death on March 21, 1948.

The ceremony took place on a knoll on the east side of the river overlooking the bridge.

Approximately 50 people attended the dedication. Five of Sabra’s descendents were present: Luther Bushong (last surviving grandchild) and three grandchildren (Maggie Newman, Jesse Luxton, Diane Mear, and Martha Bushong Sames). Maria Mear, the wife of the late Johnny Mear (one of Sabra’s sons) was also present along with several others who had married into the Mear linage.

Dub Suttle of Suttle and

Company Real Estate emceed the event. Martha Sames gave a brief history of Sabra Mear’s life and how she came to Real County and began ranching. She was followed by her father, Luther Bushong, who told stories about his grandmother and the things he remembered about her. Jim Hornfisher, a literary agent for books such as “One Ranger” and author of several books dealing with the Navy in World War II spoke about valuing our history and teaching our children about their heritage and the history of the land they occupy.

After the ceremony, David Dalgleish, owner of Frio Canon, invited the attendees to the “Red House” for a lunch of hamburgers and hotdogs with all the fixings. The “Red House” was previously Granny Mear’s home. Frio Canon moved the house from

its original location near the bridge to the far end of the property overlooking the Frio River. Granny Mear’s house now serves as the Frio Canon office and community center and was remodeled to preserve much of the original structure and to add modern functionality to it.

Dalgleish’s family members and staff also invited attendees on a tour the Frio Canon History Trail. The trail is a pathway featuring 13 plaques that display information about the history of the Frio Canon property and the history of Real County. Non-residents of the Frio Canon community are welcome to request a history trail tour by contacting the property manager through the Frio Canon website: http: //www.friocanon.com/ (use the Contact Tab to send a request).

L to R. Betty Smith, Amanda Gonzalez, Miranda Richter, Linda and Will Bourland

On Monday, Miranda Richter signed a Letter of Intent on an academic scholarship to play volleyball for Richland College in Dallas, Texas.

Miranda is the daughter of Ryan Richter of San Antonio and Amanda Gonzalez of Leakey, Texas. She is also the granddaughter of Linda and Will Bourland and great granddaughter of Betty Smith and the late Herman (Smitty) Smith. Richter will start this fall with the Richland Thunderducks. Richter has played on a tournament team, the San Antonio Hornets, she was scouted at one of the tournaments and offered an academic scholarship. Leakey Coach Phil Aris was a major supporter within LISD and very instrumental in Richter securing the scholarship to play for Richland. The community is very proud and Miranda and wishes her luck on her new adventure.

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Wednesday, May 23, 2013

AMERICAN APATHY! We fast forward again to the late 1800’s where our government learned how useful the tool of “propaganda” is and combined it with “fear mongering”, to conceive one of the bloodiest eras in our history as we committed atrocities against the Native American who stood in the way of our expansion (and therefore financial gain) in the West.

Here we just take a little jump to the early 1900’s and the birth of Industry…the quick expansion of Governmental oversight Committees, the migration of Americans from the land to the City…and life became easier.

No matter who points a finger at who and when…during this period Government became too large for the average citizen to keep an involved eye on what their representatives were doing or NOT doing…complacency

was born… a tranquil child unable to think for itself. When complacency then gave birth to apathy…don’t think Uncle Sam wasn’t watching the evolutionary birth of that poor simple minded child!

The World Wars again united the citizenry of America into action and America began to voice its collective social consciousness. In the next decades we saw protests and rallies. Activism and the citizens in assemblies protesting the actions of a government whose behavior they could not abide. We also saw the greatest American government action toward its own people in the history of America…so far…

The American government sent a message to the American people and it was…”opposition would not be tolerated and those in conflict would be punished

By Elaine Padgett Carnegie

quickly and severely!”

What has been called a prophetic insight, a quote by President Harry S. Truman, “When even one Americanwho has done nothing wrong-is forced by fear to shut his mind and close his mouth, then all Americans are in peril.”

All these years later those who disagree with the actions of our government are labeled “unpatriotic” or worse “terrorists”. The child aptly named apathy is giving birth to a grossly deformed still born child who will be named fear.

The headstone of this pitiful child will shadow every living being in this Country. Fear of what the government can and certainly will do to your life and the lives of your children is a greater concern in the world we live in today than if our “elected“ officials are doing

Water News and River Flows River flows were taken on the Frio and Nueces Rivers on May 20th with all flows across the region lower than two weeks ago. The small amount of precipitation we have gotten since the last flow readings did not measure enough to make the flows any better.

The crossings are all declining now, and I think we will see declines in the flow readings until we get a significant rainfall event. Fulgham’s Crossing just south of the Alto Frio Baptist Encampment had a flow of 5,496 gpm (gallons per minute) earlier this month and now has a flow of 5,496 gpm or approximately a 25% reduction in just two weeks, this is a significant drop in

the flow. The Leakey Springs Crossing had a flow of 2,852 gpm earlier this month and had a flow of 2,212 during the week of the 20th for a decrease of about 22%. There is a great deal of fluctuation at this crossing due to the water use by home owners along the spring. The Mill Creek Crossing is flowing a bit slower this time than last, there are still culverts on both end of this crossing that have no flow reading, this crossing has decreased to a flow of 5,038 gpm this week down from the flow two weeks ago of 5,423 gpm or a decline of about 7%. This crossing also looks about the same as the last reading I can’t tell a difference

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

their jobs. Our government believes that we will not rock the boat…we have too much to lose.

I read an article by J.M. Appleton at www.usobserver.com . I encourage you to go to that website and read the article “Apathy in America Today” where Mr. Appleton discusses the parallels between the United States of America and Rome. It is eye opening and very frightening. I would like to end this article with a quote from his.

“Engineered apathetic response is obviously the goal of a government seeking to disengage its people. It is designed to lull citizens into a sense of false security. Electronic media and entertainment industry, professional sports, video gaming and casino gambling

are just a few diversions that provide a means of physical and mental escape from the stressors we face as a nation. They create an illusion that life is good and all is well. Now more than ever before Americans are spending more of their dwindling capital on these activities while the world around them continues to crumble at close to free fall speed.”

Told you it was frightening!

All of that is true. I could not find one word in his article that did not make sense to me.

Some of the other research I did suggested our government is poisoning us with aerosol chemicals, fluoride in our water and genetically modified foods. No doubt that is also true, however, we are like cattle to the slaughter as we quietly march through the supermarket aisle, pull up to the fast food

line…and try to “keep up with the Joneses”.

Another thought that caught my attention is what Morpheus said to Neo in the popular science fiction thriller the “Matrix”.

“Neo, like everyone else, you were born into bondage, born inside of a prison that you cannot smell, taste or touch. A prison for your mind. Unfortunately, no one can be told what the Matrix is…you have to see it for yourself.” This website was www.veteranstoday.com , and they say that what the financial global elite fear more than anything else is the citizens of America armed with the truth.

If America did not still have the power to make a difference then no one would fear if we knew the truth or not. It all boils down to one thing…we all have choices…

by Joel Pigg, General Manager

when I look at the crossing; I have to rely on the flow numbers to tell me the subtle little change. On the west prong of the Frio River the weather is having a similar effect on the flows, the Rancho Real crossing had a flow of 3,359 gpm this week compared to a flow of 4,260 gpm two weeks ago or a decrease of about 21%. The Kent Creek crossing also showed a decrease since two weeks ago with a flow of 284 gpm this week down from a flow of 460 gpm two weeks ago or a decrease of 38%. Nueces River flows were taken on May 20th and they too showed similar results as that found on

a remarkable success this year. Thank you for making a difference in our community and for your continued support.

Be watching next year for the announcement of the 2014 Utopia Community Auction, then plant to attend, go home with some great items, and enjoy a day of community spirit and help in raising money for the people and organizations in the Sabinal Canyon.

The Utopia Lions Club, the Utopia EMS, and the Utopia Volunteer Fire and Rescue would like to thank everyone involved for making out 2013 Utopia Community Auction a great success.

We were able to raise about $40,000 this year thanks to generous contributions and a lot of hard work. The resulting money raised will impact the lives of many people and organizations in our community.

The fundraiser this year was a joint effort of the Utopia EMS, the Utopia Volunteer Fire and Rescue, and the Utopia Lions Club.

The funds raised through this event will be distributed equally between these three organizations.

Because of the generosity of businesses, corporations, and individuals both in the Sabinal Canyon and throughout Texas, we are able to provide necessary funds for people Water and organizations here in the Sabinal Canyon.

Harvesting Our EMS and VFD will use the funds towards purchasing much needed equipment and & training for their members. The Utopia Lions Reclamation Club proceeds will be used for contributions to the Vanderpool VFD, the Utopia Schools scholarships, 4H/FFA projects, and other charitable organizations within our community. Another recipient of the Lions www.centuryoakswaterharvesting.com Club proceeds, the Texas Lions Camp in Kerrville, will benefit special needs children. Accredited Professional Thanks to all who helped make this endeavor

CENTURY OAKS RAINWATER HARVESTING, LLC. Tim Mauel 830-232-4442

Roofing, Seamless Gutters and All Types of Construction

the Frio River. McDonalds Crossing was at 7,575 gpm two weeks ago and dropped to a flow of 7,362 gpm this week or a decline of 3%. This crossing is still in great need of a flushing rain to clean up the vegetation on the upriver side of the crossing. The Nueces River Dam on Highway 55 south of Camp Wood had a flow of 9,273 gpm two weeks ago and declined to a flow of 8,418 gpm this week or a decline of 9%. The old bridge at this crossing

is very clearly visible right now and it will take a good amount of rainfall to cover it back up. There is a small chance of rain during the week of the 20th and into Memorial Day Weekend but I am not going to hold my breath for a substantial rainfall event to occur. I guess that a small chance is better than not getting a chance at all.

Continue to pray for rain and conserve all the water you can, it is going to be a long summer.

Shawn Streib Gray, Broker 830-232-4500

NEW LISTING: Concan Country Club. Golf course lots…your choice….just $60,000 NEW LISTING: Tierra Linda in Concan. 1+ ac. lots….your choice…..just $50,000 **Excellent financing offered by First State Bank of Uvalde**These will sell FAST!** Property 001 : 9.3 ac. Views, underground utilities and sensible restrictions. Borders a large ranch. Owner/Broker. $129,900 Property 002: Gorgeous 4BD/4BA custom home at 482 Camino del Rancho in Concan.

High-end finishes on 6+ acs. $699,000 Property 3-6: 1+ ac. Commercial lots Concan.

Frontage on US HWY 83. All utilities available. $139,000-$149,000 NEWProperty 007: 1570 sq. ft. 3/2 on 5+ acs.

Great workshop w/extra living quarters. 435 RR 337 West is a MUST SEE. $196,000 Property 008: Old Town Uvalde! 823 N. Getty St. Charming 2/2 home w/2 guest houses.

HUGE REDUCTION $206,000 Property 009 : 134 acs. RR337 West frontage.

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

2.27 acs. Rentals OK. Huge deck overlooking the Frio, secluded, bunkhouse. $350,000 Property 013 : 417 Oriole Ave. Valley Ranch.

All brick 3/2 open floorplan w/workshop. 2.24 acs. Attached 2C garage. $199,000 Property 015: Heavily treed 2 ac. lot in Saddle Mtn. Water meter in place, elec & phone run across front of lot. $60,000 POSSIBLE O.F. Property 016: 3BD/2BA on nearly 1⁄2 ac. @ 525 Davis Place in Twin Forks. Beautiful river park and nice, spacious home. $129,000 Property 017: Whiskey Mountain Inn. 1869 Farmhouse on 17.69 acs. w/6 rental cabins.

Gorgeous! $579,000 Property 018 : HUNTING! 31+ ACS. Blinds, feeders and travel trailer! Remote but good access. REDUCED $74,900 POSSIBLE O.F. Property 019 : RIVERFRONT HOME! 6+ acs.

3BR/3.5BA + Apt. Fishing pond, huge barn, rock patios! $699,000 REDUCED! POSSIBLE O.F. Property 022 : INCOME PRODUCING! 2/1 house and 3/2 mobile home. Frio River access + close to Garner State Park. $126,500 REDUCED Property 023: Cute log cabin on 7+/- acs. Deer Creek Estates. On a seasonal creek, remote, pretty views. $140,000 Property 024: Frio River Place lot. Nearly THREE acres! Water & elec. available. Nice river access. RV usage ok. $119,000 Property 025 : RR336 north of Leakey. 17+ acs. West prong of the Frio River on eastern boundary $222,000 REDUCED Property 026-027 : RIVER FRONT! Gorgeous oak and cypress trees, views of the mountains. $225,000 EA. POSSIBLE OWNER FINANCING Property 028 : Frio River Place 1.51 acs.

SUPER CLOSE to river. Water system & elec. Nice area. $75,000 POSSIBLE OWNER FINANCING Property 029 : 260 acs. +/- WILL DIVIDE Hwy. frontage, Call Martin for all the details! $4250 per acre Property 030: Rancho Real, 10 ac. of remote land. 4x4 needed. Great hunting or recreational tract. Pretty flat topography. $32,500 Property 031: Riverfront home in the Frio Pecan Farm! In rental pool. Lots of amenities. $269,000 REDUCED Property 032: 3/2 Rock House @ 1167 River Road in Concan. Super nice with great loca-

tion, views, in rental pool, furnished. $269,000 Property 033: 5.16 ac. lot near town. City water & elec. Gorgeous views, paved roads, security gate. $84,900 Property 034: 3 acs. In Concan fronting Hwy. 127. Just past Neal’s & Frio River. Great Commercial location! $225,000 Property 035: 144 acs. Leakey city limits.

Huge trees, county road frontage. Great homeplace or Development $7,000 per ac.

REDUCED Property 036: Riverfront lot w/water & electric. Huge cypress and oak trees. Very nice! 1.78 acs. $159,000 POSSIBLE OWNER FINANCING Property 037: 5.3 ac. in Deer Creek Estates.

HUGE oak trees and views. Gated entry & private paved road access. All useable land. $64,500 Property 038: Cozy 2/2 log cabin in Frio Pecan Farm. Managed rentals. Investment property. $175,000 Property 039: Beautiful & spacious 4Bd/3Ba on nearly 1 ac. in Twin Forks. Super floor plan, covered porch, newer constr. $225,000 Property 040: Beautiful rock home. Unique details. River Park. 1620 sq. ft. on 1.24 acs.

HUGE trees. Outdoor fp. $259,900 REDUCED Property 041: 25 acs. Hunting property w/well & electricity. Frontage on Hwy. 41. Great location. $95,000 Property 043: 10+ acs. AG EXEMPT! Great homesite. Small tank site, meter pole, RR337 & County Rd. frontage. $105,000 Property 044-046 : Canyon Oaks/Concan lots.

River access, elec./ water available. 1ac. to 9+ acs.!!! $42,500 to $85,000 Property 047: 1+/- ac. lot Mountain Valley in Concan. Close to golf course, House Pasture, Frio. Rentals OK!!! $89,000 NEWProperty 048: 3BD/2BA nice brick home w/workshop & barn. Emerald Oaks Subdv.

103 Laurel St. $275,000 Property 049:84 acs. Off 337 W. Great hunting property….great price of $1950 per acre! Adjacent property available (See #9) $163,800 Property 050: River access lot w/huge trees!

All utilities. Frio River Place. Just steps from the Frio! Owner/Agent $86,000 Property 051: Cute rock 3/2 home on 5+ acs. w/Patterson Creek frontage & no restrictions.

Close to town, great views. $279,000 Property 053: 7+ acs. Frio frontage w/large 4/2 DW plus nice barn. $299,000 NEWProperty 054: Palo Verde Ln. Nice 3/2 mfrd. Home on over 1⁄4 acre lot. Oak Trees and fenced yard. $79,900 OWNER WILL FINANCE NEWProperty 055: Two adjacent lots in Emerald Oaks Subdivision. Each lot is 1/2 acre.

Very nice area. $22,500 EACH Property 056: Lovely newer home on 4 ac. close to town. Views for MILES! Huge porches, custom cabinetry, workshop. $229,500 Property 057: 10 ac. in Rancho Real. Flat to rolling. Remote location and rugged access.

Small cabin. 4x4 required. $40,000 Property 058: 39 ac. in Rancho Real. Big views and great hunting. 4x4 is a MUST to access this property. $79,960 Property 060: The Ranch Subdivision in Concan. Ag. Exempt residential lot 6+ ACS.w/ Frio Access. $133,140 Property 064: Two 1+ ac. lots w/Hwy. 83 frontage. No Restrictions. Elec. & city water available. $37,500 each lot.

Property 065: 3/2 brick house on RR337. No Restrictions. Currently a successful nightly rental. CLOSE to river. $129,500 REDUCED Property 067-070: 15 to 89+ acs. On RR 2748 near Garner. Choose your tract size!! $115,000 to $429,000 OWNER TERMS

VISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION, NEW See website for additional LISTINGS, PICTURES AND PLATS. Give us a call to list YOUR property….. We getproperties results!

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Real County Sheriff’s Office Weekly Dispatch Report May 12, - May 18, 2013

JAIL REGISTER May 12 - May 18, 2013

NO ARRESTS

5/12/2013 @ 1824 responded to a business on US Highway 83 North for an alarm

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

5/16/2013 @ 349 responded to a business on US Highway 83 South for an alarm

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.

GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS

City of Leakey Mayor: Harry Schneemann Secretary: Dee Dee Wally Office: 830-232-6757 Fax: 830-232-6775 Councilmen: Ken Auld • Hugh Buchanan • Carl Jensen • Jesus Rubio • Bob Bowers Leakey Volunteer Fire Dept.830-232-4005 Frio Canyon EMS, Inc.830-232-5299 City of Camp Wood Mayor: Ben Cox Office: 830-597-2265 Fax: 830-597-5365 email:cityhall@swtexas.net Aldermen: Curtis Wilson • Brant Hickman • Sammie Ives •Jesse Chavez • Josh Cox Volunteer Fire Dept:830-597-6100 Camp Wood Library: 830-597-3208 Nueces Canyon EMS: 830-597-4200 City of Sabinal Mayor: Louis Landeros Secretary: Betty Jo Harris Office: 830-988-2218 Councilmembers: Nancy Alvarado, Chuck Van Pelt, Alma Martinez, Linda Musquiz, Eloisa Munoz and Mike Nuckles Sabinal Library 830-988-2911 Sabinal Municipal Judge: Anita Herndon 830-988-2630 Real County County Judge, Garry Merritt 830-232-5304 Real County Attorney, Bobby Jack Rushing 830-232-6461 County/District Clerk, Bella Rubio 830-232-5202 Justice of the Peace Dianne Rogers: 830-232-6630 Justice of the Peace Chris Lacey: 830-597-6129 Sheriff, James Earl Brice 830-232-5201 Tax Assessor-Collector Donna Brice: 830-232-6210 Treasurer, Mairi Gray 830-232-6627 Chief Appraiser Kelley Shults 830-232-6248 Real County Public Library 830-232-5199 Camp Wood Public Library 830-597-3208 Real County Commissioners: Precinct #1: Manuel Rubio Pct.#2: Bryan Shackelford Pct. #3:Gene Buckner Pct.#4: Joe W. Connell, Sr. Real Edwards Conservation & Reclamation District PO Box 807 . Camp Wood, Texas 78833 (830) 597-3322 office Fax (830) 597-3320 recrd@swtexas.net email Roland Trees, Board President Joel Pigg, General Manager

You could say that I am one of those weird and strange people who can be considered a morning person. Even this Sunday morning when there is absolutely no need to do so, my internal alarm went off at 4:00 AM. I guess there are some advantages to waking up so early. It allows me considerable quiet time to get my day organized while most are still enjoying a blissful sleep.

Some mornings, I am motivated and get a lot accomplished before daylight and then others, well not so much. Now, this Sunday morning, I am sitting at the computer trying to focus my thoughts and write this article.

Anyone who has traversed the streets of Barksdale for the last several years, knows the horrendous state of disrepair they are in. From past discussions, most know that there is no money to repave them. While many of the streets in Rocksprings are in a similar state, there is one basic difference. Rocksprings is an incorporated community and therefor the streets are the responsibility of the City of Rocksprings. Since Barksdale is unincorporated the streets are listed as county roads and maintenance and repair is the County’s responsibility. However, I digress from the main topic. Over the next several days,

5/18/2013 @ 1415 responded to a business on US Highway 83 South for an alarm 1720 responded to a residence on Frio Canyon Trail for an alarm

LEAKEY ISD NOTICE OF INTENT TO HIRE

DATE: May 17, 2013 POSITION: LIBRARY AIDE MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Maintain and record the availability and use of library materials.

Ordering and inventory control of text books.

Clerical responsibilities for the Accelerated Reading Program.

Coding and recording of District assets.

Please contact Mr. Don Ferguson, at 830-232-5595 for further information regarding this position.

The Leakey ISD does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, military status, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant’s job qualifications, experience, and abilities

Edwards County Commissioner’s Corner

the Road Crew will be working on the streets here in Barksdale. The intent is to remove the old pavement and to replace it with a hard packed surface.

While this is not the perfect solution, it is simply all we can do at this time.

This process will likely cause some inconvenience as normal traffic may have to be diverted at times. So I ask for patience as the crews work on the streets.

Barksdale newest business opened on May 10th. Dana’s Hot Dog House is now open Friday thru Sunday and appears to off to a good start. With a multitude of selections and variations of hot dogs, there is something for almost everyone. After sampling a few of the selections, the “Fiesta Dog” is my favorite. Yet, there are so many left to try.

You can always tell when spring arrives. For years we always noted the flocks of geese heading south but now; well now we have another indicator. It starts with a trickle and soon becomes a flood. You can hear the roaring sound for what seems like miles. Yes, you guess it. The motorcycles are here. Over the last few weeks there has been a noticeable increase of bikers coming thru and Memorial Day Weekend will be no exception. The Gypsy International Mandatory will come to the Canyon for three days this Memorial Day Weekend and there may be as many as 800 additional bikers here.

Add that to the normal influx and there will be a definite impact. Granted, at times, the increase in traffic and noise does create a few headaches.

However, with the exception of an unruly few, these individuals are just like us so let us show them our Canyon Hospitality.

Last week’s Commissioners’ Court meeting

LEAKEY ISD NOTICE OF INTENT TO HIRE

DATE: May 16, 2013 POSITION: CAFETERIA WORKER CAFETERIA SUBSTITUTES MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES: Preparation of breakfast and lunch meals.

Cleaning of the cafeteria kitchen and lunch room area.

Maintaining food preparation information.

Ordering and storage of food preparation items.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Lifting – 15 to 45 pounds Carrying – 15 to 45 pounds Standing except during lunch and scheduled work breaks Please contact Mr. Don Ferguson, at 830-232-5595 for further information regarding this position.

The Leakey ISD does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, military status, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant’s job qualifications, experience, and abilities

LEGAL NOTICE THE STATE OF TEXAS

By Lee Sweeten

was interesting to say the least. From what appeared to be a routine agenda, a controversial and somewhat spirited discussion came about relating to closing a road going thru the County Fairgrounds. I felt that I did not have enough information at the time to cast a knowledgeable vote so, I suggested that we take no action at the time and asked that more research be done.

Finally after a somewhat heated discussion the Court took no action. Since the meeting, it has been rumored that this was a personal issue and I would hope that is not the case. As Commissioners, we should and are required to be above that. Granted there are things that we all take a personal interest in and that is ok.

However, by law we cannot be a part of an issue that will affect/impact us as individuals. We are elected by the people of this County to conduct the County’s business and we should do that and only that. I know at times, I have supported some issues and not supported others where I have been criticized. I can honestly say that I have always tried to base my vote on the information at hand and that I have not and will not vote be a part of an issue that can/will affect me personally.

Budget time is upon us and we will hold our first Budget workshop at 8:30 AM on Tuesday June 10th, prior to the Commissioners’ Court Meeting.

It should be to no one’s surprise that we will need to look for additional places to trim.

This week’s quote comes from a conservative group who asked “How does a country trillions of dollars in debt give billions of dollars in financial aid to other countries?”

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

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Wednesday, May 23, 2013

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Keena was selected to the 1A-2A-3A AllStar Track Team. I nominated her based on her performances this year. A committee voted her on the team based on her times, distances and number of events she was in.

There were a total of 14 athletes chosen from the three divisions.

Only two came from the 1A division 2 which makes it even more impressive.

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Leakey ISD Valedictorian and Salutatorian

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Leakey ISD announced the Valedictorian and Salutatorian for the Class of 2013 late last week.

Keena Auld, the daughter of Ken Auld and Annie Moses, was awarded the Valedictorian title for her many years of hard work and dedication. She will graduate with a 3.9 GPA and has been accepted into Texas A&M at Bryan College Station where she will work toward a degree in environmental studies . The Leakey ISD Salutatorian is Emilio Navarro, who is the son of Fernando and Anna Navarro. Emilio graduates with a 3.8 GPA and plans to attend UTSA at San Antonio in the fall, pursuing a degree in business marketing. Keena’s and Emilio’s parents are also Leakey alumni. Congratulations to both of these young academicians and their families. Leakey ISD is extremely proud of you!

Statement by Gov. Rick Perry on Creation of Texas Tech Health Sciences Center at El Paso Gov. Rick Perry today issued the following statement regarding the signing of Senate Bill 120, which adds the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center at El Paso to the Texas

Tech University System as an independent institution within the system: “With Texas’s unprecedented population growth comes increased demand on important

services, such as health care.

SB 120 will help Texas keep up with our growing population’s unique medical needs, reaffirming our commitment to improving access to and the quality of

health care in our state while ensuring Texas students have a variety of higher education options.”

Statement by Gov. Rick Perry on Oklahoma Tornado Damage AUSTIN - Gov. Rick Perry today released the following statement regarding this afternoon’s tornadoes in Oklahoma: The images emerging from Oklahoma today are a terrifying reminder of how quickly the force of Mother Nature can devastate entire communities. Our hearts are heavy for all Americans who have been affected by the recent outbreak of storms across our country. State emergency assets in Texas will remain on alert and stand ready to help our neighbors any way we can.

Statement by Gov. Rick Perry on Passage of House Bill 4

Gov. Rick Perry today issued the following statement on the passage of House Bill 4, which provides for active, full-time governance at the Texas Water Development Board; creates a new funding mechanism to

support water-supply project implementation over the next 50 years; and directs local, regional and state officials to prioritize projects to ensure efficient use of available assistance: “HB 4 helps ensure Texas has

a reliable water supply for the next 50 years by promoting conservation and innovative reuse, while further developing brackish and desalination water treatment in addition to traditional reservoir and pipe-

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Wednesday, May 23, 2013

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Caleb Evans Day at NCHS

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L to R: Will Evans, Laura Evans, Livi Evans, LaGina Evans, Caleb Evans, and Steven Evans.

Caleb Evans was honored on Thursday, May 2nd at NCHS. Caleb plans to attend Southwest Texas Junior College and major in Wildlife Management and then transfer to Texas A&M University.

Caleb is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Steven Evans.

Caleb has been a team captain and an all district lineman in football, he is a

member of the Panther Band and has marched at the UIL State Marching Band Contest. Caleb has participated in track and powerlifting. He is a member of the National Honor Society and will be an honor graduate.

On hand to celebrate with Caleb were his parents, his younger brother Will, and his grandparents.

Caleb was presented with a card from the staff and a proclamation declaring May 2nd as Caleb Evans Day at NCCISD. A video that highlighted Caleb’s many accomplishments was enjoyed during the ceremony.

Congratulations, Caleb!

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NUECES CANYON SENIOR SPOTLIGHT Juan Onate

Juanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hobbies are fishing and hunting.

His plans include attending SWTJC for his welding certification. Juanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s favorite foods, music, bands, and movies include pizza, fish, 21 and over, Ted, and Project X. During High School Juan participated in Football, Track, Powerlifting, and the FFA Ag Mechanics Trailer Team. His fondest memories of school are hanging out with friends, competing in Ag Mechanics trailer competitions, and playing in the football playoffs his Junior year. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thanks to my parents and friends for always being there for me.â&#x20AC;?

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Rakeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s favorite hobbies are fishing, hunting, working, and hanging out with friends. Future plans for Rake are to go to college to major in geology.

His favorite type of food is pizza.

Rake enjoys country music, and his favorite movies are scary and action.

In high school, he participated in football-MVP LB Defense. Rakeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fondest memory is hanging out with his friends, and favorite school activity is playing football. Rake is one of NCHS December graduates. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thanks to my mom who has always been there for me through everything.â&#x20AC;?

Ryan Parks

Ryanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hobbies are hanging out with his family and friends, and playing sports. Ryanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s future plans are to attend SWTJC and from there fulfill his hopes to make it into nursing school.

He loves Whataburger, and listening to rock, rap, and country music. He also enjoys watching action-filled and comedy movies. Ryan participated in FFA, band, track, cross country, basketball, and football, in which he received the All Academic award. â&#x20AC;&#x153;One of the best memories I have from high school is when my football team made it to the playoffs for the first time in 22 years, my Junior year.â&#x20AC;? Ryanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s favorite school activity is football: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nothing better than the feeling I get after winning a game and knowing my team worked hard for the same goal.â&#x20AC;?

â&#x20AC;&#x153;I want to give a huge thanks to my family. Without their support and love I wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have accomplished so many great things in my life. Also I want to give a huge thanks to my friends for making high school so much fun along the way.â&#x20AC;?

Jakeb Patterson

Jakeb is a NCHS December graduate.

Alyssa Ramirez

Alyssaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hobbies are being with her family, playing sports and hanging out with her friends.

Alyssaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s future plans are to attend San Antonio College, then transfer to UTSA to earn her Bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree in Sports Management. Her favorite foods are chicken and Mexican, and she likes all music. Alyssa participated in powerlifting and went to state, cross country, was regional tournament qualifier in basketball twice, track, band, and was All American Cheerleader in the New Years Day Parade in London, England. One of her fondest memories of high school is advancing to state in powerlifting. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I lifted what I thought was impossible. Then I placed at the state meet.â&#x20AC;? Alyssaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s favorite school activity was working with the kids when she had to help coach them for Little Dribblers. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thank you to my grandparents, and mom and dad, for making me who I am today. I wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t let you down, I love you all.â&#x20AC;?

Ace Sanchez

Aceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s favorite hobbies are fishing, hunting, arrowhead digging, and hanging out with family and friends.

Aceâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s future plans are to succeed in whatever he decides to do. His favorite foods are steak and shrimp. Ace enjoys rap and Tejano music, and his favorite bands are Lamafia, La Costombre, Grupo Mossore, Kumbia Kings, Drake, Lil Wayne, and 2Chains. In high school, Ace participated in track, CC, basketball, football, and tennis.

His fondest memory of high school is playing for the District Champ game and breaking the playoff drought. His favorite school activity is building trailers in Ag. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Thanks to my parents for always being there for me and supporting me through all these years.â&#x20AC;?

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Wednesday, May 23, 2013

SABINAL HAPPENINGS

Street Dance

There will be a street dance, sponsored by the Sabinal Chamber of Commerce on Rheiner Avenue, just off Center Street, on Friday evening from 8 pm to midnight. Vale Rodriguez and his band will provide the music. It is open to all. The dance is free of charge. There will be drinks and eats available at a nominal cost.

For more information, call Julie at 426-0009 or Jeanie at 275-9527.

Come and have a good time.

May 26 or June 2 at 11 am.

The Rosary (Chaplet, approximately 10 minutes) will be prayed to the Sacred Heart of Jesus following every Mass. June is the month of devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and all are invited to join in this

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At the Take Off Pounds Sensibly meeting of May 9, Area Captain Kathie Sweeten from San Antonio presented a slide show about TOPS “Real Peope - Real Weight Loss” to Sabinal Chapter # 1960.

Attending with her was her 17 year old grandson, Kendall Washington, who attends school in Castroville.

Following the slide show, she opened up the meeting to a question and answer period.

EMS Meets

On May 9, the Board of the Sabinal Emergency Medical Services met. At that meeting, Charles McFarland resigned as Administrator but is remaining on the Board. Treasurer Louis “Mando” Landeros resigned as Treasurer. Javier R Flores was appointed Administrator. Board member Martina Flores was elected Treasurer.

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Roberto Cantu of Excell Acadamy in Uvalde gave an excellent report on bullying, both confrontational and cyber-space at this month’s meeting. For anyone interested in protecting property, lives, and aiding the police, this group of people meet the second Tuesday of every month at First Baptist Church at 6:30 pm. You are welcome to join

Angermiller Celebrates

Former Municipal Judge Marjorie Angermiller celebrated her 92nd birthday at Amistad Nursing Home in Uvalde on Monday afternoon. A large cake was served to attendees and residents alike.

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On Mother’s Day, all mothers were presented pink carnations. Potted plants were presented to the Oldest mother, Wendy Owens; Youngest mother, Amanda Haynes; and the child that came the fartherest to be with Mother, Cheryl Cockerell of Fairfield, Texas.

With Hayden Keeney, age 11, on fiddle, and mother Leah Keeney on guitar, they will present special music this coming Sunday.

Jim Richard will sing “He Touched Me”.

First United Methodist

In the pulpit Sunday was Lay Leader Nettie White, presenting the children’s time was Betty Mathis, and a solo was rendered by childrens choir member Jacelynn Vickers who sang “This Little Light of Mine”.

St. Patrick Catholic

The second collection taken Mother’s Day was $84.47 which went to the Catholic Charities of Central Texas who directed the funds to the families in the disaster in West, Texas.

Sabinal high school graduates for 2013 and their families are invited to attend Mass on

by Billie Franklin

Barbara Jane Creech; and Victoria Tristan, daughter of Lupe and Judy Tristan.

And freshmen assisting with the induction were Hannah Carter, daughter of Wayne and Charla Carter; Karina Davis, daughter of Jacob and Cristina Davis; Bernardo Jimenez, son of Adan and Rosa Jimenez; Jordan Jones, daughter of Jeffrey and Mary Alice Jones; Abigail Mechler, daughter of Santiago and Debie Contreras; Kammi Rihn, daughter of Josh and Jodi Rihn; Miranda Robles, daughter of Frank and Letty Curtis; Anthony Rodriguez, son of David and Gracie Rodriguez; and Valarie Verstuyft, daughter of Kenneth and Leslie Verstuyft.

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Family Dollar

On Wednesday at 8 am, Family Dollar opened its doors for business in Sabinal.

The first customer making the first purchase was Brittany Haynes, daughter of Glenda Haynes. Following that transaction, a great crowd of people were anxious to see, purchase, visit, and enjoy the new store.

A number of people were on hand to help us orient ourselves around the store. On Saturday was the grand opening and even more people were waiting for the doors to open. Many from Utopia came down to see and discover that many things are now available in Sabinal and convenient for them also.

There will be a spagetti dinner on Friday night at 6 pm. Tickets can be purchased from any beginning or high school band member. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students. The meal will be served in the gym. Proceeds go to support our growing band. They are under the direction of Zac Simms.

EMS Open House

There were about 50 people who attended the Sabinal Emergency Medical Services open house on Monday evening. Hot dogs, chips, cookies and punch were enjoyed by all. A tour of the facilities was given upon

Sabinal Meat Lab

Ag Teacher Charley Black announces that the last day to buy meat from the Future Farmers of America kids at the school meat lab is May 31. Be sure and stock up for the summer on this very excellent meat

NJHS Induction

The Sabinal 2012-2013 inductees to the National Junior Honor Society are Mercedes Alejandro, daughter of Freddie and Elizabeth Alejandro; Coleman Davenport, son of Bryan and Dovenport; Emma Pace, daugher of Matthew Pace; Tori Penny, daughter of Henry and Rara Penny; Julissa Reyes, daughter of Felix and Michelle Reyes; Joshua Rodriguez, son of Cruz Rodriguez; and Gloria Romero, daughter of San Juana Romero. They were inducted at noon at a special ceremony at the Sabinal High School gym.

Assisting with the induction were current members. From the seventh grade were Pablo Arteaga, son of Mr. and Mrs.Baltazar Arteaga; Taylor Chapman, daughter of Lucas and Kim Chapman; Sarah Miller, daughter of Kyle and Stacy Miller; Nadia Navarro, daughter of David and Debra Navarro; Baylee Rubio, daughter of Cuero Musquiz and Sonia Rubio; Marlowe and Tatum Story, twin daughters of Mike and Katie Story; Nathan Valdez, son of Willie and Gloria Valdez; and Trey Valdez, son of Joseph and Vanessa Valdez.

From eight grade, were Hunter Gonzales, son of Katrina Gonzales; Kayleigh Karre, daughter of Howard and Jennifer Karre; Cameron Moore, daughter of Leonard and

request. It is evident that the EMS has come a long way in developing a comfortable place for people on weekend duty to stay at the facility. Our local cub scouts attended the open house and got special treatment in that they got to ride in the ambulance!

EMS Administrator Javier R Flores is shown demonstrating the equipment in the ambulance.

School Board Runoff

On Monday evening a special meeting was called by the Sabinal ISD School Board to canvass the recount results. Because the May 11th election resulted in a tie for the third position, and the canvass upheld the tie, there will be a runoff election between incumbent Andres “Tito” Guevara and Lupe Tristan, Jr. First day to vote early in person will be Monday, June 3 from 8 am to 4:30 pm at the school administrative office and from 9 am to noon at Concan Community Center. Last day to vote early in person will be Tuesday June 11 from 9 am to noon at Concan Community Center and from 8 am to 5 pm at the school adminstrative office.

Election Day will be Saturday June 15 at City Hall in Sabinal from 7 am to 7 pm and Concan Community Center 9-12.

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Mayor Louis A. Landeros, Jr. called the regular meeting of the Sabinal City Council to order at 7:00 p.m. on May 13,. 2013 with the following aldermen, staff and visitors present: Mike Nuckles, Chuck Van Pelt, Nancy Alvarado, Linda Musquiz, Alma Martinez, Eloisa Muniz, Jesus Reyes, Aaron Martinez, Betty Jo Harris, John Facey, Jason Clark, Nora G. Gomez, Jeanie Abshire, Santiago Contreras, Jr., Sherry Cantrell, Julie Skiles, Florene Russell, Mary Ann Hobart, Pat Pfeil, Katie Pfeil, Brad Pfeil and Monty Benson.

The invocation was led by Betty Jo Harris and the pledge by Mayor Louis A. Landeros, Jr. On a motion by Musquiz and second by Van Pelt, all six voted to approve the accounts payable and interim bills as presented.

Mary Ann Hobart spoke on the watering schedule. She stated that it is too hard for old ladies to stumble around in the middle of the night dragging hoses.

Jason Clark and John Facey of UTSA spoke on the Eagle Ford Development Program being started at the university. They are reaching out to a number of cities and county that may be affected by the increase in production. It would not cost the city anything since it is a grant-funded program. There will be a series of workshops in the sub-regions. They are soliciting support.

On a motion by Van Pelt and second by Nuckles, all six voted to approve the minutes of the April 1, 8, 15, and 22, 2013 meeting with one correction on the April 8th minutes.

Jesus Reyes gave the police report for April.

Aaron Martinez gave the public works report

for april.

BettyJo Harris gave the financial reports for April and noted that the city has received a check for a rebate on water useage from Edwards Aquifer Authority in the amount of $7,986.05.

Mayor Landeros announced that the canvass of the May 11, 2013 election will be May 14, 2013 at 7:00 p.M. Jeanie Abshire, Julie Skiles and Sherry Cantrell spoke on behalf of the newly reorganized Chamber of Commerce. Steven Pena passed out a contract to be signed by the city and the chamber of commerce in order for the chamber to use the hotel/motel tax funds collected by the city to advertise for tourism.

Skiles said they are not ready to receive the money yet. They still need one more laison.

Pena said he would give them some names. On a motion by Nuckles and second by Alvarado, all six voted to table the question of the contract until the June 24, 2013 meeting.

The next item on the agenda was the light at the post office. Harris suggested an increase in wattage for the existing light. On a motion by Van Pelt and second by Musquiz, all six voted to contact AEP about the increase.

On the item for the shades for the baseball bleachers, Alvarado moved to ask the little league for half of the funds needed ($1,000.00) To pay for the building of the shades. Musquiz seconded the motion, and all six voted for.

There was a short discussion regarding using the reused water from the wastewater plant to water some of the school fields. It would take an agreement from Ms. Cynthis Mc Cann

and a permit from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality. On a motion by Alvarado and second by Musquiz, all six voted to get Van Pelt to talk to Mr. Grill and find out if the school would pay for required piping.

On the item about the stage III water restriction language, Alvarado moved to leave the language as is. Muniz seconded the motion; and the vote was as follows: for-Alvarado, Martinez and Muniz. Against-Van Pelt and Nuckles.

Abstaining-Musquiz. Motion passed.

Nuckles asked that Vic Hildebran be asked to come and talk to the city about leasing water from someone in Medina County.

There was a break from 8:43 p.m. To 8:49 p.m.

Mayor Landeros called a closed session at 8:50 p.m. Per Texas Gov’t code annoted (a) section 551.074-Jesse Rios probation completion (b) continuation of wastewater utility service for Nora Gomez d/b/a Nora’s Tacos-service address 426 E Fisher Ave Sabinal.

The city council reconvened to act on items A and B at 9:52 p.m.

On a motion by Nuckles and second by Alvarado, all six voted to make Rios a regular, full time officer at a rate of $12.26 Per hour, retroactive to April 22, 2013. There was a great deal of discussion between members of the council, Mr. Pena and Ms. Gomez, mostly in Spanish. On a motion by Van Pelt and second by Musquiz, Musquiz, Van Pelt, Nuckles, Martinez and Muniz voted to hire a neutral contractor to look at the wastewater line problems at Nora’s Tacos. Alvarado abstained. Motion passed. On a motion by Alvarado and second by Nuckles, all six voted to adjourn at 10:55 p.M.

Wednesday, May 23, 2013

Clean air first drew Stevens family to Hill Country

By Irene Van Winkle

Jack and Frances Real Stevens of Hunt can see Medina’s water later became county clerk. Annie worked at JC Penney.” tower from their back yard, but what they walk on every day is the When Caspar came from San Antonio in 1857, he lived across land their ancestors walked.

Turtle Creek from Charles and “Ami” (as spelled in census) or Aime They are both Hill Country natives who were childhood friends, and Schreiner. He was married to the older sister, Emilie. then became so much more once they grew up.

“He was looking for water for the sheep, and Charles Schreiner, The Stevens family were relative latecomers compared to the Real while he was scouting with the Texas Rangers, had seen the plentiful family; but, as they like to say in Texas, they “got here as quick as waters of Turtle Creek,” Frances said. they could.” 1911 to be exact.

Frances’s grandmother on her mother’s side was Emma Dietert. She Jack’s maternal grandparents, George and Clella Doyle came here married Oscar Rosenthal who ran a store in Kerrville. Their children from Missouri for George’s health. He lived nearly 40 more years, were Esther (Frances’ Mother), Hilda and Oscar Rosenthal, Jr. after they had told Frances is one of the family he would eight children. barely live a few Her sisters are years, if he was Ella Fisher lucky. (deceased), Huldah Many came to the Cunningham Hill Country for its (deceased), Edna clean air and water.

Priour (deceased), “They arrived in Meta Syfan and Kerrville on the Elma Acree. Her train,” Jack said. brother is Felix “My grandfather Real, Jr. and one was what they other brother, called ‘a lunger,’ for Walter, died at age tuberculosis. He and 5 in 1921. my grandmother The land where could not get a place they live once to stay because of belonged to Felix that, so they camped Real, Frances said. out with their two Four brothers, sons young children in a of Walter Real — covered wagon and Felix, Aime, Louis a tent down by the and Hugo Real (Guadalupe) river, — bought 30,000 near where the acres around Hunt, new Dietert Senior which over the Center is going in. years has been split On Guadalupe Street. In this 1939 photograph, the Stevens and Doyle families stop for a photo in front of their home on Park up and/or many sold Street in Kerrville. Shown here, from left, are Jack Stevens (who eventually married Frances Real), his There was a whole off. Their neighbors father Homer (who called himself “Jack”), brother “Poochie,” mother Dorothy Doyle Stevens, aunt cluster of people there include the Fisher Catherine Doyle holding baby Mickey, Merrill Doyle, and grandparents Clella and George Doyle. like that.” families and the His mother graduated Wendell Wamplers. from Tivy High School, and then attended the College of Industrial Jack talked about getting into Annapolis.

Arts (CIA), now Texas Women’s University in Denton.

“As a freshman in high school, in the 1930s and before WWII, I had “In 1922, my father, Homer Newton Stevens, came with his mother always wanted to go to the Naval Academy in Annapolis, Md.” who was ill, brother and sister, from Smithville, right after he had “I think it was a combination of things. I had seen a movie with Dick graduated from high school,” Jack said. “He enrolled his brother Powell and Ruby Keeler called ‘Shipmates Forever,’ and it really and sister in school, and he also enrolled at Tivy to play quarterback intrigued me.” on the football team (yes, even though he had already graduated), Jack’s fellow classmates were highlighted in a book by Jack and adopted the name ‘Jack.’” Fortunately for him, Jack said, he Sheehan recently. The classmates included former president Jimmy wasn’t given his father’s original first name.

Carter, Bill Crowe, once chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and Jack’s grandmother died that Christmas and they all returned to ambassador Great Britain, Stan Turner, former director of the CIA, Smithville. and others, along with Jack.

Dr. J. J. Delaney, the designated president of the soon-to-be-opened Jack spent three years at the Academy, but schooling was four Schreiner Institute, saw “Jack” play football, contacted him in years compressed into three due to the war, so that even though he Smithville and offered him a football scholarship when Schreiner actually graduated in 1946, his ring said 1947. Nonetheless, World Institute opened in the fall of 1923.

War II had ended.

“Jack” accepted the offer, returned to Kerrville and worked during While at Tivy, Frances and Jack had gone to dances and socialized the summer driving a Model-T truck in which he transported people together, but had never visualized a serious relationship. After and luggage to the Presbyterian Westminister Encampment. On graduating from Tivy in 1942, Frances went to the University his way down Park Street, “Jack” drove past the Doyle home and of Texas. Jack entered the Academy in 1943. In the fall of 1944, Dorothy Doyle caught his eye. everything changed. Through coincidence they were both home He became the first captain of the Schreiner Institute football team. in September, when they normally would not be, plus behind-theThe only other student in the college department at Schreiner was scenes workings of relatives (which Jack and Frances agreed may his Tivy teammate, D.H. Comparette. have been a “set-up”), led to a new way of looking at each other.

Jack’s parents married in 1924, and he went on to work for 40 years The lack of competition from other men due to wartime and school, at Fawcett Furniture on Water Street. Dorothy died of cancer at age also worked in Jack’s favor. His sharp looking Naval Academy 44. “dress whites” didn’t hurt either.

Jack has a brother, Merrill Stevens, who still lives in Austin.

They were “thrown together,” and began dating. Soon after Jack Jack’s uncle, Merrill Doyle, wrote a book in 1975 called returned to Annapolis he invited Frances to come to his class Ring “Reminiscences of My Youth, and Other Catastrophes,” which Dance in June 1945, at which time they became formally engaged in included local stories, and a few myths, about the good, the wild a long-standing Naval Academy tradition. They were married June and the humorous. His mural can be viewed at Butt-Holdsworth 12, 1946 at St. Peter’s Episcopal Church in Kerrville.

Memorial Library’s upper floor.

“That’s where we had gone to Sunday school every week,” Jack Merrill’s narratives include stories about George Doyle, the third of said. five children. George’s father, William, died when George was 18, The next 30 years were hectic, since Jack’s career as a Navy pilot and the estate was whittled down quickly, due to their “youth and resulted in 27 moves around the world and across the country, inexperience.” including Dallas, two tours in the Tonkin Gulf, California, Maine, Clella Davis was daughter of the mayor of Nevada, Mo. In 1899, Washington, D.C., Florida, Rhode Island and Hawaii. Their last George and Clella had a “whirlwind courtship,” and eloped to Fort active duty station was in Naples, Italy.

Scott, Kan. “Going from the hectic pace of the Pentagon that was like a One child and many moves later, Clella at one point took the vacation,” Jack said. “When ‘we’ retired, there was no question children to Chicago where she studied under Flo Ziegfeld’s father. where we were going,” he added — the Hill Country they both She eventually led a church choir, as did Jack’s own mother, loved and missed.

Dorothy, who later was even billed as “The Blues Queen” on San They had three children, Jack, Jr. who also retired from the Navy Antonio radio. and lives in Kerrville with his family; Susan Crummel who lives Doyle became enamored of movies, and met Buffalo Bill through in Fort Worth with her husband and after a 30 year teaching career George’s brother, Harvey. He also wrote about a Beaumont man joined with her sister, Janet Habermann who lives with her husband named Smith who made his riches from what appeared to be a in Boulder, Colo., writing and illustrating children’s books. bad land deal — but the property actually sat where the famous oil Not content to sit back and be idle, Jack and Frances have kept busy gusher, Spindletop, was discovered, and turned the homeless man since then. They have kept close contact with the Naval Academy, into a multimillionaire. and Jack has been a “Blue and Gold Officer” who helps counsel According to most stories, the Real family came from Germany, and potential academy candidates.

Frances said her ancestors arrived from Dusseldorf when they came “I served on the 21st Congressional Committee for nominations, to America. However, their history actually goes back to the Spanish and it’s very heartwarming. I counseled several Ingram Tom Moore Inquisition. graduates.”

“The name, Real, means ‘royal’ in Spanish,” Frances said. “They He said this was his way to give something back. In addition to were nobility, who fled from Spain in 1588. Many of them went high grades and other factors, every Naval Academy applicant must to Germany, but we even found a Felix Real restaurant in Vaduz, receive a nomination from a member of Congress.

Lichtenstein.”

“You have to establish the fact that you’re motivated,” Jack said.

Others, she added, went to Italy, where their name became spelled “I started writing my own letters for five years to Congressman Reale.

Charles South before I got in.”

Frances’ family group came to America in 1849. In 1860, Caspar Just before his term was up, South managed to squeeze Jack’s name Real was 36 years old, living as a farmer on Turtle Creek with in ahead of his opponent’s. Jack, who was working at JC Penney, the family. The census showed they had eight children, except for had thought he might not have received the nomination.

Charles, who had not yet been born.

“My brother called me at work and told me something had come in Caspar’s oldest child, Walter, married Marie Radeleff, and Frances’ the mail from the Navy, but I didn’t know until I read it that it was father was Felix Rudolph, one of their nine children. Frances’ from the Academy saying I was accepted.” cousin, Emmie Muenker, was a well-known figure as county clerk He said one of his favorite planes was the S2-F, a four-man twin in Kerrville, who recently passed away. engine prop plane.

Her parents met when William Muenker, who came from Koln “It was used for anti-submarine warfare and operated off an aircraft (Cologne), and decided to quit his career as an opera singer to carrier,” Jack said. “When catapulted, you had about 120 feet of become a farmer. After making inquiries and getting references, flight deck to attain 120 miles per hour flying speed and get in the William sailed out and met Lena Real’s family. Smitten with the shy air.” and very proper girl, he asked Lena to come back with him, but she Among their more recent activities, Jack said he has served 15 years refused. Frances said William went back to Germany, but, unable to on the board of Sid Peterson Memorial Hospital, and helped found get over Lena, wrote and asked her that, if he returned to America, the Schreiner Former Student Association. He served on the first 9would she consent to marry him. She agreed, and he sailed back.

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“Uncle Willie became a dairy farmer, and was with the Hildebrand They also faithfully attend Tivy High School class reunions. And, dairy farm in San Antonio,” Frances said. “In 1937 after Uncle they continue the ranching tradition on their own little piece of Willie passed away, Lena’s children brought her back to the Hill heaven.

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O B I T U A R I E S Allen Smith, Jr.

Richard Horner Germaine

Martin W. Peters

(January 4, 1935 - May 16, 2013)

(September 29, 1924 - May 14, 2013)

(October 31, 1933 - May 15, 2013)

Martin W. Peters 78, of Barksdale, Texas went to be with his lord on May 16, 2013 at his home outside Barksdale.

He was born January 4, 1935, the son of Walter H. Peters and Martha Groun Peters. Martin joined the US Army 101st Airborn, not long after graduating high school and retired after 28 years of service to his country. On February 14, 1966, Martin married Joan Ellen Peters.

He and Joan moved to the canyon soon after he retired. Here he has been a chef for many of the hunting ranches and had his own deer processing business. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Joan Peters, daughter, Randee Lindahl; two sons, Tony Peters and Nathan Peters; grandchildren, Megan Matteson, Ricky Gonzales, Nicole Kalkes, Katy Lindahl and Andrew Lindall. He is also survived by his great-grandchildren, Gabriel Gonzales, Eli Gonzales, Kylie Kalkes, Kooper , Kalkes, Kallen Kalkes, and Mitchell Matteson .Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m. Monday, May 19, 2013, at Nelson Funeral Chapel in Camp Wood, TX, with Pastor Curtis Wilson and Pastor J.R. Rollison officiating.The family invites you to leave a condolence at: www.nelso nfuneralhomes.net Arrangements are under the personal care of Nelson Funeral Home of Camp Wood, Texas.

Richard Horner Germaine, 88 of Montell, Texas went to be with his Lord on May 14, 2013 at the Methodist Hospital in San Antonio, Texas.

He was born on September 29, 1924 in Mishawaka, Indiana to Leota Eldridge and Richard Horner. He grew up in Detroit, Michigan. He enlisted into the United States Army infantry as a military policeman at the age of 19, and served in five major World War II Battles: Normandy, Northern France, Ardennes, Rhineland and Central Europe (Battle of the Bulge). He received several decorations: EAME Theater ribbon, with/5 Bronze Stars, Good Conduct Ribbon, and WWII Victory Medal and 4 Oak Clusters and was honorably discharged in January 1946. He moved to Laredo, Texas with his mother, Leota Phipps, where he met and married Matilde Villafranca in December 1947. In 1976 he and Matilde moved to Montell. He worked in the Canyon for many years before he retired as a construction contractor.

He was preceded in death by his parents Leota Phipps, Richard Horner, Step-father Al Germaine and step-father Richman Phipps II. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Matilde and three daughters, Louise Iris Humphrey (Travis W. Humphrey, Sr.), Mary Ellen Mumme (Allen W. Mumme) both of Montell, Texas, Patricia Ann Platt (Lyle Platt) of West Palm Beach, Florida, and one brother, Richman Phipps, III of Kerrville, Texas.

Grandchildren: Louise M. Prouty, Travis W. Humphrey III, Andrew M. Humphrey, Richard L. Humphrey, Sean A. Noblett, Jennifer L. Lippert, Ashley N. Mumme, Alexander Platt.

Great Grandchildren: Michael Prouty, Ashley Prouty, Diana Humphrey, Travis W. Humphrey IV, Matthew Humphrey, Elizabeth Humphrey, Zachary Noblett, Zane Noblett, Christopher A. Lippert, Brandon K. Lippert, Adam C Easty.

Pallbearers: Allen Mumme, Richman Phipps, Sean Noblett, Andrew Humphrey, Travis W. Humphrey III, Richard Humphrey.

Honorary Pallbearers: Robert Rodriguez, Alex Platt, Lyle Platt, Christopher Lippert, Michael Prouty, Mike Wismann.

A visitation will be held at Nelson Funeral Chapel on Friday, May 17, 2013, 10 am to 8p.m, with Rosary to be recited at 7 p.m.

Services were held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday May 18, 2013, St, Mary Magdalen Catholic Church in Camp Wood, Texas, Father Ken Dakin officiated. Interment followed in the Montell Cemetery.

Allen Smith, Jr. 79, of Camp Wood, Texas went to be with his Lord May 15, 2013 at University Hospital in San Antonio, Texas. He was born in Real County on October 31, 1933, to Allen Smith, Sr. and Alice Wells Smith.

Allen spent his childhood years in Nueces Canyon and graduated from Rocksprings High School in 1952. He graduated from Spartan Aeronautical Institute in 1953, then attended Sul Ross University and subsequently joined the Army where he served for two years.

Allen married Beth Mansfield on July 19, 1958 in London, Texas. He and Beth resided in Junction from 1958-1960, Rocksprings from 1960-1984, Ozona from 1984-1998, and then Nueces Canyon.

Allen retired from Country Boys Feed and Supply in March 2013. He was the happiest when he was with family and friends and helping others.

He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Beth Smith of Camp Wood, two daughters Cheryl New and Jimmy Reeves of Liberty Hill, Texas, Wanda Sanders of Leander, Texas.

Grandchildren: Dobie New and wife Brittany, Dakota New, Colt New and all of those who called him Grandad including Jake, Jason, & Jayla Reeves. Brother: Clinton Smith and wife Nettie of Junction, Texas. Sister: Bonnie Sierakowski and husband Stan of San Angelo, Texas.

He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews who were each very special to him.

He was preceded in death by: his parents, Allen Smith, Sr. and Alice Wells Smith, sister, Edda Ray Moody and husband Dean Allan, mother and father-in-law: Beatrice and Cecil Mansfield, niece: Sherrie Mansfield Walter.

Pallbearers are: Stan Cottle, Jimmy Reeves, Stanley New, Colt New, Bill Brown, Garrett Brown, Josh Sierakowski and Randy Gibbs.

Honorary pallbearers are: Allen Ray Moody, Clint Smith, Jr., Carlos Gibbs, Grant Seale, Bill Seale, Bobby Cottle, John Cox, and Bill Davis.

Funeral services were held at 3:00p.m., Saturday, May 18, 2013 in the Barksdale Baptist Church in Barksdale, Texas, with Pastor Blake Westbrook and Pastor Charlie Baird officiated. Committal services followed at 5:00 p.m. in the Rocksprings Cemetery.

Interpretation of Matthew 25: 31-46 by Allen Smith, Jr. “There’s gonna be a Cut N Shoot someday…Some will go to the North and some will go to the South pasture, and you don’t want to end up in the South pasture.”

Arrangements are under the personal care of Nelson Funeral Home of Camp Wood, Texas.

Pete Schaefer

(February 11, 1924 - May 16, 2013) Albert “Pete” Austin Schaefer of Uvalde died on May 16, 2013 in his home at the age of 89. He was born on February 11, 1924 in Utopia, TX to Albert and Bertie (Guess) Schaefer. Pete is suvived by his brothers, Raymond Schaefer, and Gene Schaefer and wife, Margaret, all of Uvalde; sisters, Rosalie Taylor or San Antonio; and Linda Hocker of Uvalde; sons, Rick Schaefer, and Steve Schaefer and companion, Lebo Turkett, all of Uvalde; Jeff Schaefer and wife, Jan of New Braunfels; daughters, Oveta Mollica of San Antonio; Susan Wyatt and husband, Robert of Hunt, TX; Sheri Atkinson of Sabinal; and Lisa Bridges and husband, Phil of Pipe Creek, TX; thirteen grandchildren, eighteen greatgrandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. Pete is preceded in death by his parents; sister, Lorene Clayton; and his wife, Frances Schaefer. He was a veteran of WWII, enjoyed country life, and had a lifelong passion for playing his fiddle with family and friends. Funeral services were held on Monday, May 20, 2013 at 9:00 AM at RushingEstes-Knowles Mortuary burial followed in Hillcrest Cemetery. Mr. Paul Stephens officiated. Pallbearers were Robert Mollica, Scott Schaefer, Justin Bridges, Jonathan Schaefer, Jason Schaefer, and Tyler Schaefer.

Honorary pallbearers were Steve Schaefer, Jr. and Henry Penney.

Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day Memorial Day, originally called Decoration Day, is a day of remembrance for those who have died in our nation’s service. There are many stories as to its actual beginnings, with over two dozen cities and towns laying claim to being the birthplace of Memorial Day. There is also evidence that organized women’s groups in the South were decorating graves before the end of the Civil War: a hymn published in 1867, “Kneel Where Our Loves are Sleeping” by Nella L. Sweet carried the dedication “To The Ladies of the South who are Decorating the Graves of the Confederate Dead” (Source: Duke University’s Historic American Sheet Music, 1850-1920). While Waterloo N.Y. was officially declared the birthplace of Memorial Day by President Lyndon Johnson in May 1966, it’s difficult to prove conclusively the origins of the day. It is more likely that it had many separate beginnings; each of those towns and every planned or spontaneous gathering of people to honor the war dead in the 1860’s tapped into the general human need to honor our dead, each contributed honorably to the growing movement that culminated in Gen Logan giving his official proclamation in 1868. It is not important who was the very first, what is important is that Memorial Day was

established. Memorial Day is not about division. It is about reconciliation; it is about coming together to honor those who gave their all. Memorial Day was officially proclaimed on 5 May 1868 by General John Logan, national commander of the Grand Army of the Republic, in his General Order No. 11, and was first observed on 30 May 1868, when flowers were placed on the graves of Union and Confederate soldiers at Arlington National Cemetery.

The first state to officially recognize the holiday was New York in 1873. By 1890 it was recognized by all of the northern states. The South refused to acknowledge the day, honoring their dead on separate days until after World War I (when the holiday changed from honoring just those who died fighting in the Civil War to honoring Americans who died fighting in any war). It is now celebrated in almost every State on the last Monday in May (passed by Congress with the National Holiday Act of 1971 (P.L. 90 - 363) to ensure a three day weekend for Federal holidays), though several southern states have an additional separate day for honoring the Confederate war dead: January 19 in Texas, April 26 in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, and Mississippi; May 10 in South Carolina; and June 3 (Jefferson Davis’ birthday) in Louisiana and Ten-

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In 1915, inspired by the poem “In Flanders Fields,” Moina Michael replied with her own poem: We cherish too, the Poppy red That grows on fields where valor led, It seems to signal to the skies That blood of heroes never dies.

She then conceived of an idea to wear red poppies on Memorial day in honor of those who died serving the nation during war. She was the first to wear one, and sold poppies to her friends and co-workers with the money going to benefit servicemen in need.

Later a Madam Guerin from France was visiting the United States and learned of this new custom started by Ms.Michael and when she returned to France, made artificial red poppies to raise money for war orphaned children and widowed women. This tradition spread to other countries. In 1921, the Franco-American Children’s League sold poppies nationally to benefit war orphans of France and Belgium. The League disbanded a year later and Madam Guerin approached the VFW for help. Shortly before Memorial Day in 1922 the VFW became the first veterans’ organization to nationally sell poppies. Two years later their “Buddy” Poppy program was selling artificial poppies made by disabled veterans. In

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Cemetery. They then patrol 24 hours Traditional observance of Memorial a day during the weekend to ensure day has diminished over the years. that each flag remains standing. In Many Americans nowadays have 1951, the Boy Scouts and Cub Scouts forgotten the meaning and traditions of St. Louis began placing flags on the of Memorial Day. At many cemeteries, 150,000 graves at Jefferson Barracks the graves of the fallen are increasingly National Cemetery as an annual Good ignored, neglected. Most people no Turn, a practice that continues to this longer remember the proper flag day. etiquette for the day. While there are towns and cities that still hold Memorial Day LAGUNA MONUMENT CO. parades, many 4139 Hwy. 90 East have not held a parade in Uvalde, Texas 78801 decades. Some Billy Welch people think Office the day is for 830-278-5261 honoring any and Cell all dead, and not just those fallen 830-591-6367 “Let Us Help You Select An Appropriate Memorial” in service to our www.lagunamonument.com country.

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Our founding fathers authored the Declaration of Independence and a Constitution that has withstood the test of time. These men came from all walks of life; they were Doctors, Lawyers, Shopkeepers, Farmers, Blacksmiths, and Carpenters and they founded the greatest republic the world has ever known.

They were brave men that put their very lives on the line so that future generations might enjoy the freedoms that we so lightly take for granted today. They were men of honor; men that said what they meant and meant what they said. But the main thing they had in common was the fact that they were Statesmen, one and all. That is to say they always put the best interest of their country before their own. What happened?

Our country has been taken over by professional politicians. The majority of our present Congress, Cabinet Ministers, and everyone all the way up to the President are made up of men and women that have never ran a successful business, met a payroll, or created one job that didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t arise by virtue of a government program. They donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have a clue about what it is like here in the trenches, but they go about making laws, rules, and programs that donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t apply to them, just us. It appears that their primary concern is to say and do the right things that will get them re elected. They draw healthy pensions when they retire or are voted out of office. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s wrong!

It was the intent of the founders of this country that we should have citizen representation, and that it was a privilege to serve, not a permanent vocation. Once elected, the individual would serve

The Utopia Lions Club The Utopia Lions Club held its monthly meeting at 7PM at the Utopia Senior Citizens Building on May 9, 2013. Following a meal of pizza, salad, and homemade ice cream, President Rod Chalmers called the meeting to order.

Beverly Williford, 2013 Auction Chairman, reported that the Utopia Community Auction was a huge success.

This year the Auction, a joint effort of the Utopia Lions Club, Utopia EMS and Utopia Volunteer Fire and Rescue, raised over $40,000.

This was distributed equally between these organizations. The monies raised will go far in helping residents and organizations in the Sabinal Canyon.

In the absence of Scholarship Chairman Marilyn Chalmers, Rod Chalmers gave a report to the Club that the scholarship committee had recently interviewed eight students for this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Utopia Lions Club

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one or two terms, and then return to their usual vocation. Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the way it was, and thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the way it still should be. I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know about you, but the next time I go to the polls, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m going to think long and hard before I vote for any candidate that is an incumbent. I believe that if that official has served more than two terms, they just might be part of the problem. We can do no worse by electing someone new.

A few months ago I attended a meeting at the Real County Courthouse. The speaker was making a presentation that pertained to a potential grant for the purposes of constructing a recreational park that the City of Leakey would control. The audience was told that the grant, if obtained, would pay for the construction of the park. However, there was a considerable amount of concern voiced by Mayor Schneemann and several members of the city council about the potential cost of maintenance. The mayor and councilmen appeared to be unanimous in their dissent, and they were not swayed by the speakerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s rhetoric. I was there, I heard the presentation, and I respectfully disagree with the city officials on this issue. However, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d also like to say that I have the utmost respect for each and every one of them because they didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t play politics. They stood up for what they believed, and they did the job they felt they were elected to do. They were prepared to take the heat. They didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t sugar coat anything, and with all the things going on in our country, all the negative campaign ads, the backstabbing, the dirty politics, their conduct was like a breath of fresh air. You know where these men stand on the issues, and while I disagree with them this time, Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m here to tell you that if I lived in the city of Leakey, I would vote for them, because they have earned my respect. We need more elected officials that will tell it like it is, and not just what they think we want to hear. Think about that the next time you go to the polls.

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submitted by Marilyn Chalmers A Mop and Broom Sale, organized by Kelly Longbotham, will be held Thursday, May 16, 2013, in the parking lot of the First State Bank of Uvalde, Utopia Branch. Several Lions volunteered to help with this community effort.

Following the business meeting, a delightful program on â&#x20AC;&#x153;How to Make Delicious Homemade Ice Creamâ&#x20AC;? was presented by Sid and Jacque Chaney and Inez Smith. Hopefully, members of the Lions Club will be inspired to enter the Ice Cream Crank-Off in February, 2014.

The next and final meeting of the year will be held on June 13, 2013, at the Utopia Senior Citizens building. At that time, Utopia Lions Club officers for 2013-2014 will be installed.

scholarships. The committee was very impressed with the quality of the graduating seniors who were interviewed. Thanks go to Utopia ISD for the quality education for our kids. And, congratulations and best wishes to our graduating seniors! The scholarship recipients will be announced on the night of the Utopia High School graduation ceremonies set for May 25, 2013.

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Location & Contact Information church of Christ at the corner of US 83 & 3rd Street 830 - 232 - 6933

Monday - Thursday June 10-13 5:30 pm to 8:15 pm (Supper begins at 5:30)

COME JOIN LEAKEY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH IN SHOWING KIDS HOW TO STAND STRONG FOR GOD! June 17-20, 9:00AM - 12:00 Noon Pre-K thru 5th Grade Volunteers and Participants pre-register by going to https://www.groupvbspro.com/vbs/ez/ leakeyamc or You may pick up forms at Real County Library or the Church Office A dropbox is located outside office door of Leakey UMC. QUESTIONS? Contact CHRISTIE WYNN (830) 232-6266 or (281) 793-1519

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Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a few handy tips on how to control various types of dog odors.

1. Brush daily. Daily brushing removes excess oils from the haircoat that will otherwise turn rancid and contribute to that â&#x20AC;&#x153;doggieâ&#x20AC;? smell we all know and love. For even better results, apply an oatmeal conditioning spray to the haircoat prior to brushing.

2. Bathe infrequently. Too much bathing will remove too much oil and dry out the skin, causing a rebound effect that leads to excess oil being secreted by the sebaceous glands. When this oil turns rancid, your nose suffers.

3. Treat the ears. Ear infections are a major cause of noxious dog odor, so be sure your dog doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have one. If so, get some medicine from your vet to treat it. Make the infection go away,

and the smell will go away.

4. Grab the baking soda. Baking soda can be used as a dry shampoo (or be added to the bath water) to neutralize odors and to keep a haircoat in top condition. Baking soda is gentle on the skin and non-allergenic. Rub a small amount into the haircoat and brush it in well.

5. Squeeze the lemons. Lemon extract diluted in distilled water can keep your dogâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s coat smelling, well, like lemons. It makes an excellent flea preventive. Fleas donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t like citrus, so they certainly wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t like your dogâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lemon-scented coat. You will, however, as your pet will smell clean and refreshed. A solution can be concocted by boiled distilled water, then immersing lemons in it and allowing them to sit in it for 12 hours. You can then apply the mixture to your dogâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s coat with a spray bottle.

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Brush the coat well after doing so.

6. Swipe the Speed Stick. Deodorant sticks do an amazing job of getting rid of the odor from anal sac secretions. If you wipe some on a paper towel or gauze pad and wipe the anal region with it after the sacs are expressed, the smell magically disappears.

7. Polecat remedies. Substances commonly used to neutralize skunk odor include, tomato juice, club soda, Dawn Dish Soap, and commercial products such as Skunk-Off. Your dog should be bathed first with a shampoo, then one or more of these items can be applied. Allow them to remain on the coat for at least fifteen minutes prior to rinsing. Be forewarned: Several such treatments may be needed, especially in a longhaired dog, to finally get rid of the smell.

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GRANNY’S KITCHEN Back to Basics....Memorial Day Style

by Elaine Padgett Carnegie

Bring on the sunshine...break out the grill for Bacon Onion Cheeseburgers Heat the grill to medium heat and lay bacon slices out in a baking pan that will fit inside your grill. Top the bacon pieces with pats of butter and slice onions on top of that, cover with foil. Place the pan inside the grill and cook for about ten minutes.

Prepare your hamburgers according to your favorite recipe and place on grill after bacon onion mixture has been cooking for ten minutes. Bacon and burgers will be done at about the same time. Cover the burgers with a thick slice of your favorite cheese and allow to melt. Remove all from the grill and toast your buns. Allow everyone to prepare their own burger the way they like it and Enjoy!

Easy Chicken Terikayi For The Grill Ingredients

Adobo Sirloin Ingredients

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves 1 cup teriyaki sauce 1/4 cup lemon juice 2 teaspoons minced fresh garlic 2 teaspoons sesame oil Place chicken, teriyaki sauce, lemon juice, garlic, and sesame oil in a large resealable plastic bag. Seal bag, and shake to coat. Place in refrigerator for 24 hours, turning every so often. Preheat grill for high heat. Lightly oil the grill grate. Remove chicken from bag, discarding any remaining marinade. Grill for 6 to 8 minutes each side, or until juices run clear when chicken is pierced with a fork.

1 lime, juiced 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon ground cumin 2 tablespoons finely chopped canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce adobo sauce from canned chipotle peppers to taste 4 (8 ounce) beef sirloin steaks salt and pepper to taste In a small bowl, mix the lime juice, garlic, oregano, and cumin. Stir in chipotle peppers, and season to taste with adobo sauce. Pierce the meat on both sides with a sharp knife, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and place in a glass dish. Pour lime and chipotle sauce over meat, and turn to coat. Cover, and marinate in the refrigerator for 1 to 2 hours. Preheat grill for high heat.

SALMON! Ingredients

1/4 cup brown sugar 1/4 cup olive oil 1/4 cup soy sauce 2 teaspoons lemon pepper 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried basil 1 teaspoon dried parsley 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 4 (6 ounce) salmon fillets Whisk together the brown sugar, olive oil, soy sauce, lemon pepper, thyme, basil, parsley, and garlic powder in a bowl, and pour into a resealable plastic bag. Add the salmon fillets, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, turning occasionally. Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat, and lightly oil the grate. Remove the salmon from the marinade, and shake off excess. Discard the remaining marinade. Grill the salmon on the preheated grill until browned and the fish flakes easily with a fork, about 5 minutes on each side.

Grilled Potatoes-Quick Easy and Good Ingredients

Use two baking potatoes. Poke each potato with the tines of a fork. Place the potatoes in a microwave oven, and cook on high power for about 5 minutes. Check about halfway through, and turn potatoes over for even cooking. Slice each potato in half the long way and cook potatoes another 2 minutes on high power.Preheat a grill for medium heat.

Brush the potato tops with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper to taste.

Cook on prepared grill for 15 to 20 minutes, turning once.

Grilled Corn on the Cob Ingredients

6 ears corn 6 tablespoons butter, softened salt and pepper to taste Directions Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat and lightly oil grate.

Peel back corn husks and remove silk. Place 1 tablespoon butter, salt and pepper on each piece of corn. Close husks.

Wrap each ear of corn tightly in aluminum foil. Place on the prepared grill. Cook approximately 30 minutes, turning occasionally, until corn is tender.

Sweet Restaurant Slaw Ingredients

1 (16 ounce) bag coleslaw mix 2 tablespoons diced onion 2/3 cup creamy salad dressing (such as Miracle Whip™) 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 1/2 cup white sugar 1 tablespoon white vinegar 1/4 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon poppy seeds Directions Combine the coleslaw mix and onion in a large bowl.

Whisk together the salad dressing, vegetable oil, sugar, vinegar, salt, and poppy seeds in a medium bowl; blend thoroughly. Pour dressing mixture over coleslaw mix and toss to coat. Chill at least 2 hours before serving.

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· #75 – 500 AC+/- Axis & Whitetail Deer, good accommodations, blinds, feeders $1,082,396 · #1 New Listing! 6.73 AC MOL, access Nueces River & flowing springs, 3-4 BD/2 BA Home, Lg. barn $579,000 · #7 New Listing! 3 BD/2 BA Manf. Home in Leakey, RCAD 1600 sq. ft, out bldg., garden area, pens, 1.095 AC $80’s · #93 Both sides Frio River, 33.37 AC, Lg. 2 BD/2 BA LOG home, fireplace, loft, sleeping porch $525,000 · #36 – 9.3 AC Hillside homesite, gated comm., water & elect. avail. $111,600 · #92 - 59 AC Box Canyon end of road privacy, 2 homes, rock patio, minutes to Leakey $575,000 · #88 - 3/2 home overlooking Frio River, cathedral ceiling, fireplace, 2 Lg. desks, 1.36 AC, in Rental Pool $399,500 · #77 - 3 River Access tracts w/3 BD/2 BA home & Frio River Access thru 2 parks $350,000 · #52 Lg. 3 BD/2 BA Brick Home, 1.38 AC w/Frio River Access, separate guest cabin, workshop, nice patio w/rock fountain, Lg. decks under towering trees $289,000 · #30 Commercial Opportunity! 5 AC+/- fronts Hwy 83 & 1120 $265,000 · #91 - 5.23 AC located adjacent Roaring Springs 50 AC spring-fed park, Tract #74. Scenic hillside views $37,000 · #87 - 6.37 AC vacation cabin w/wrap around deck & wonderful views. Enjoy 50 AC spring fed park for swimming, fishing & hiking, gated community $129,000 · #37 Commercial Bldg. adj. Courthouse, 2056 sq ft MOL $375,000 · #85 - 31.72 AC both sides of creek, water well, elect., cabin $325,000 · #45 Frio Riverfront 2 BD/2 BA Home overhanging Frio River, 2 storage bldg. $349,000 · #98 Very Large 3 BD/2 BA Home w/SS appliances, Frio River Access, mult. RV hook-up, 2.1 AC corner tract w/ Lg. trees $349,000 · #79 – 92.64 AC, Hunter’s Cabin, riverfront, pasture land, water well $333,504 · #60 Owner Terms 1.385 AC well, Hwy 1120 front, fenced 15% dn 6% Int 10 yrs $80’s · #13 – 3/2 Log Home, Frio River Access, 2.9 AC $289,000 · #2 - 7.236 Acres w/access to Leakey Springs Park, Large 3 BD/2.5 BA Home, RV barn/workshop. Now $279,000 · #70 – 1.2 AC Frio River Place Restricted Homesite w/Frio River Access thru gated comm.. park, use of RV storage $70’s · #46 13 acres +/- hillside 3/2 home, garage, workshop.

Ideal for horses & star gazers $249,900 · #68 - 6.5 AC spring & riverfront, small cottage, barn, root cellar, garden $155,000 · #80 - 109 AC+/- Ranch for horse enthusiast, 4/3 1⁄2

Home, swim pool, barn $649,000 · #61 A rare find 200 AC+/-, 3500’ Creekfront MOL, w/ springs, 4/3 home, native & exotic game, pecan bottom, barn w/Liv. Quarters $1,650,000 · #6, 8, 30, 37, 47, 71 – 6 Commercial Properties – CK our website · #9 - 5.5 AC Garner Park area, well, elect., lg. shop w/ living quarters, fenced, easy access $152,000 · #71 - 2/2 LOG CABIN, access to Frio River in rental pool, mgt. by Frio Pecan Farm Assoc. $175,000 · #54, 62, 67, 74 Four Twin Forks lots w/Frio River Access, water hook-up & elect. avail. $33,000 & up · #20, 21 River Oaks, River Access, gated comm.., water & elect., 2+ AC tracts, owner terms $45,000 each · #4 Frio River Access – Immaculate 2 BD/2 BA Rock Home w/high ceilings, sunroom, fenced yard $325,000 · #3 – 21+ AC 3/3 custom built home features gourmet kitchen w/granite countertops, living room w/FP, guest house, large metal barn/living quarters $689,000 · #18, 35, 57, 82 Valley Vista, water, elect. avail., clubhouse, swim pool, Concan & Garner Park area $41,990 & up · #15 Frio River Access & RV hook-up in park are part of the amenities for this 3 BD/2 BA home on 1 AC w/CA/ CH, fireplace, 2 carport with office room $169,500 · #49 – 92.5 AC+/- approx. 1300’ riverfront, cabin w/ kitchen, bath, well, elect. Huge trees $877,610 · #43, 69, 81, 84 Shady Oaks 5+ acres $51,000 & up · #19, 48, 78 – 5+ Acre RIVERFRONT TRACTS N. of Leakey, W. Prong Frio River starting $89,000 · #86 – 229.71 Acres, live water, 3 dwellings, Reagan Wells area, native & exotic game $825,808 · #42 Saddle Mountain Creekfront unimproved tract with water meter, great views $49,500 (Owner/Assoc. Broker) · #63, 64 Shadow Acres 3.58 & 4.5 AC, Hwy 83 front $40’s · #12, 26 RiverTree unimproved tracts w/access to Frio River & RV storage areas · #17, 40, 55 Crown Mt. gated Comm., water hook-ups & elect. avail., 22 acre tracts & up · #24 – 59.47 AC Hwy 55 front, city water, elect. meter, homesite, not in subdivision (Owner/Assoc. Broker) Possible Owner Terms $208,145 · #25, 87, 91 Roaring Springs 5+ Acre tracts, access to spring-fed 50 acre park for fishing, swimming & hiking.

Starting at $33,995 · #76 – 62 AC MOL Log/stone furnished 3/2 home, orchard, ponds, hunting, Wildlife Tax status. Possible Owner Terms $575,000 · #34, 38, 50, 56, 73, 90 Affordable Homes – several to choose from.

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RCJHC

Real County Junior Horse Club

2013 HORSE CLUB SHOW NIGHT SCHEDULE June 6th Sign up/Points June 13th Points/Ribbon June 20th Points/Rodeo Queen Contest th June 27 Points/Ribbon July 4th Grand Entry Practice July 11th Points July 18th Points/Ribbon July 25th Points/Awards Night August 1st Rain Out Must participate 5 nights in order to be qualified for Awards Please contact Duke Hohmann, 830-232-5747, for Rodeo Queen Information

Frio Canyon Motorcycle Stop on Hwy 337 West

2013 COWBOY BREAKFAST The 16th Annual Cowboy Breakfast sponsored by the Friends of the Library will be held at the Motorcycle Stop on Highway 337 West from 7:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. on Memorial Weekend, May 25th. This year’s event will be held at the outdoor pavilion and patio at the Motorcycle Stop. The Hawks Nest chuck wagon owned by Rick and Regina Verde of Leakey will be cooking homemade biscuits. If you have never seen old fashioned cowboy cooking, come on out. All you can eat sausage and eggs, along with has brown, homemade jellies, coffee and juice will be served.

Live country music will make the morning a delight, so come on out and bring your family, friends, and company.

The FOL would like to thank our sponsors for their participation and support of our breakfast. They include: Manning Safety Services, Inc. of Jourdanton, Chisum Construction of Leakey, Texrome, Inc. of Leakey, Glenn and Debra Bradley, Bandera Electric Coop., Earl Burns, Hondo National Bank-Leakey, Rick and Shelly Collins of Leakey Mercantile Grocery, Bob and Robin Albright of the Motorcycle Stop, First State Bank of Uvalde-Leakey, Mike Voiles of Westex Investments, Dean Sterling of State Farm Insurance, Carl and Judy Wood, Kay and Bailey Anderson, AEP of Texas and Jim and Joan Reed of ABC Signs of Leakey.

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Live Music at FiddleStix Restaurant Friday, May 24, 2013 FiddleStix restaurant in Utopia is starting the summer off with “Live Music under the Oaks” during their Friday night dinner service. This Friday, May 24th, harmonicist Perry aka “Harper” Weeks will be joined by singer-songwriter Larry Carr from Spring, TX and Mike Duhon, singerbass guitarist.

Weeks, who recently moved to Leakey, TX is looking forward to pursuing a full time musical career in the hill country. He performed at FiddleStix a couple of weeks ago in spite of the welcome rain Utopia received. This Friday night he will be joined by close friends Larry Carr and Mike Duhon.

Carr has been a featured performer several times on “Legends” and “Gospel” nights at the Liberty and Pasadena Oprys.

Several of his songs have made the Broadjam top 10 country charts and have won various contests in the songwriting community. His song repertoire consists mostly of classic country music from artists such as Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings,

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The group will set up outside under the oak trees and people are encouraged to bring their lawn chairs so that they can

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Did you know that on January 23, 1762, two Franciscan Friars from the Rio Grande Missions arrived in the Nueces Canyon area to establish a new Spanish mission. The mission was established for the Lipan Apaches after the one at the San Saba River was destroyed 4 years earlier. The Friars’ names were Diego Jimenez and Joaquin Banos. Thirty Spanish soldiers under the command of Capitan Don Felipe de Rabago y Teran and about 300 Lipan Apaches from the San Saba Presido waited for them. The Indian chief, Gran Cabezon, had chosen the site near the big spring for the mission. A holy Mass was celebrated in the little hut that was to become the chapel. This was the official foundation of our mission. It was named “San Lorenzo de la Santa Cruz”.

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stay around after dinner and enjoy the music. Dinner, consisting of steaks, quail and shrimp, is served from 5:00 to 8:30 p.m. and the music will start around 5: 30. Reservations for parties of 5 or more are accepted and BYOB is welcome.

For more information on this and other live music events at FiddleStix visit www.fiddlestixutopia.com

CALLING ALL QUEENS

The Frio Canyon Chamber is still looking for the following ladies to be on the former Miss Leakey/Frio River float at the July Jubilee Parade: Joanna Thurmond, Gigi Glenn Pannell, Traci Shandley, Angie Pendley, Kirbi Twilligear, Gianna Pannell. Please contact Debra Bradley at gbrad@hctc.netPlease get in touch with Debra as soon as possible if you can help out. Thanks!

PARKVIEW GENERAL STORE

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Tax and Accounting Assistance Dana Sherwood, CPA 830-232-5492 Bonnie’s Bakery est., 1987

7068 Hwy 83 Concan, Tx. Located at the front of Criders Cabin’s just off Hwy 83 between Leakey and Concan.

830-232-5582 Memorial Day Ad.- Weekend Special $2 off dozen Cinnamon rolls or donuts while supplies last. . Veterans’ take an additional 10% off their order.

Location Open 8-3 Tue- Sat starting mid May and always welcomes special orders anytime.

Cinnamon Rolls, donuts, pigs-n-blanket, turnovers daily as well as cookies, breads, pies and specialty cakes made to order. For all your birthday, wedding and celebration needs give us a call we can customize your desert package to fit your needs. No job too big or too small.

Coupon for graduation celebrations- $5 off your order of $25 or more. Cakes, cookies, cupcakes and Pie’s.

Recommend calling to place your order the night before. Email: bonniesbakery1@gmail.com

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UTOPIA RECYCLES Recycling Services for residents and visitors Bring your Plastic, Paper, Cardboard, Tin and Aluminum Cans

Tue./Thurs./Sat. 9 AM – 2 PM

For more information and directions to the recycling center go to http://keeputopiabeautiful.org/utopia_recycles.html Call Claudia @ 830-966-5566

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Big Springs Charter School, an open enrollment charter school near Leakey, is expanding their staff needs for the 2013-2014 school year. We are now accepting applications and resumes for the following positions to begin August 2013: Middle School ELA Teacher Middle School History Teacher Special Education Teacher Special Education Coordinator Bus Driver (drive from Uvalde to Leakey) Each teaching position must hold a current Texas teaching certificate in the subject area being taught, as well as a Special Education Certificate or obtain the Special Education Certificate as soon as possible. Staff transportation is provided from the Uvalde/Leakey and Kerrville/Ingram areas. Competitive salary and TRS benefits. Application is available on the school website: http://www.bigspringscharterschool.com. Please send resume and application to BSCS, PO Box 399, Leakey, TX 78873; Fax 830232-4279, or email ahernandez@bigspringscharterschool.com.

For additional information call 830-232-7101.

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Help Wanted Waitress/cook Full time contact Ella Purls Downtown, Leakey, Texas

Help Wanted ALL POSITIONS All Shifts, Must be Dependable Apply in Person at Mill Creek Cafe, Leakey

Registered Nurse needed for growing Home Health agency in the area. Please call 830-663-5240 or 210-415-0784 for more information.

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FOR RENT

HELP WANTED: Yard hand @ Real Building Supply, Leakey

HOUSE FOR RENT LOCATED IN LEAKEY

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

HOUSE FOR RENT LOCATED IN LEAKEY

Apply in person 830-232-5241

HOUSE FOR RENT

170 PECAN DR 3 BEDROOM 1 1⁄2 BATH LARGE FENCED BACK YARD $750/M PLEASE CALL FOR DETAILS 830-279-3219

170 PECAN DR 1 BEDROOM 1 BATH $450/M PLEASE CALL FOR DETAILS 830-279-3219

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

STORAGE FOR RENT

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

2 bedroom, one bath with FOR RENT- Large 2 Bdrm 1 bath, Centrally located Downtown Leakey, outside upstairs study. Large pets only, call for details Lindsay Merritt at 830-591-6264 kitchen,dining, living FOR RENT - One bedroom area. Two porches and furnished apartment/flat in the historic fenced yard. 2 1/2 miles district of Fort Clark Springs. A great getaway for weekend - or long term stay.

South of Leakey Decorated and furnished by owner/artist. retreat. off Hwy 83. Valley view, Perfect Call for availability and rates. Carole Whitworth 210-957-9278 country feel.

Deposit and references JIM DOES SIGNS Need A New Business Sign? required. Call 232-6665, Call Jim Reed Fran King.

830-232-5096

Properties NEW LISTING: Cadillac Farms, 244 ac located 2 miles west of Leakey. A little bit of everything, fields, mtns, old ranch house, rustic barn. Fronts on FM 337 with Patterson Creek forming the southern boundary.

Abundant wildlife. Call for details.

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

NEW LISTING: Prime residential lots in Tierra Linda subdivision, near the golf course, the House Pasture, and the Frio River in Concan, Texas. Take your pick today for $50,000.

NEW LISTING: Like new double wide in Twin Forks, 3 bedroom 2 bth with approx. 1,848 sf, 2 carport, stg building, huge covered deck to enjoy your coffee.

Only $99,900. Call today for a showing.

NEW LISTING: Cabin on 31 + acres in Leakey Hills. Well, fenced, a nice place with lots of game. $175,000.

GREAT HUNTING PROPERTY 153 acres near Vance. Remote, heavily wooded with well and electricity. All for only $229,900.

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

CANYON OAKS Three bedroom, 3 1⁄2 bath home on River Road. Income producing. Reduced to $399,000 FRIO PECAN FARM managed rental with 2b/2ba, covr’d porch, beautiful Pecan grove, wildlife, $175,000 FRIO PECAN FARM 3 bedroom 3 bth home on river front lot. Like new condition with huge deck overlooking the river. Great income potential. Price reduced to $349,000.

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

FRIO TERRITORY The prettiest building site on the Frio River is waiting for you. Huge cypress trees line this blue water hole that is teeming with fish. Fronts on Highway 83 and the Frio River, private, yet close to town. Good restrictions, beautiful building site overlooking the river. $350,000 LEAKEY HILLS 38.5 Ac, Co Rd access, barn, cabin, stg shed, well, elec List Price: $140,000 LEAKEY HILLS/10 mi west of Leakey, 20.10 ac hunting tract with abundant wildlife and, beautiful views! Blinds & feeders will convey. List $75,000 LEAKEY HILLS 31 acres with cabin, well, electricity, view for miles, good hunting. $175,000 MOUNTAIN VALLEY Huge 2 story home known as the PLATINUM PALACE, This is one of the most popular nightly rentals in Concan. Upper and lower decks with outdoor kitchen and firepit.

Walking distance to the House Pasture and Concan Country Club. Great income producer! Call for more information.

OAKMONT VILLAGE 2.21 acres of heavily wooded building site located just of FM 1120. $49,000 RANCHO REAL The perfect place to get away on 6.5

ac overlooking the river. 2 bedroom one bath cabin with screened porch, with huge Indian Mound in back yard. Private location, waiting just for you. $249,500.

RANCHO REAL River frontage with 22 1⁄2 acres for only $70,000.

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

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

RIVERTREE Over 4 acres with 226 feet of frontage on the Frio River. Excellent building site. $215,000 RIVERTREE Beautiful residential building sites ranging in price from $99,900 to $109,950.

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

SPRING HILL, 3.22 ac, with ranch style 3b/3ba, two 1/2ba, ,FP, pool with spa, outdoor kitchen and firepit.

Owner LREB List $350,000 SPRING HILL-.3.2 acres. Beautiful lot in a gated subdv, city wtr, O.F. terms 10% Dn,7.9% for 15 yrs: List Price $70,000 THE RIDGE-Experience the Texas hill country at its finest w/ private access to your own beautiful Frio River park w/BBQ pavilion. Underground utilities, free roaming wildlife, hiking, biking & much more!

This gorgeous restricted subdivision offers great building sites for your dream home, retirement or vacation get-away. B&B allowed so take advantage of this new development. Call for a showing or take a drive out 4 mi. south on RR 1120. Check out our website for current sales! Prices start $87,500 THE RIDGE New construction, 3 bedroom 3 bth, with 2 fireplaces and outdoor kitchen, walking distance to river. Nestled under huge live oaks. Call for a showing today TWIN FORKS Two tree covered lots in good location with owner financing available. Both for $69,500.

COMMERCIAL OPPORTUNITY City lot w/nice dbl-wide & lg accessory bldg. walking dist to school & shpng. Former Day Care, and should be again. Take advantage of owner financing. List $149,000 COMMERCIAL OPPORTUNTY The Feed Lot is waiting for you to take advantage of a great opportunity to get into the restaurant business.

Everything you need to get started is ready and waiting. Only $145,000. Bank Financing available to the right buyers.

COMMERCIAL OPPORTUNITY. 5 income producing cabins on approx. 7 acres with room for more! $375,000.

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

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

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Dub Suttle – Broker Kathy Suttle – Broker Dink Collins – Associate Michael Rushing – Associate Carrie Chisum – Associate Fred McNiel - Associate COME BY FOR ONE OF OUR

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

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

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Mary Kay Windham, Broker 664 S US Hwy. 83 Leakey, Texas 830-232-4408 office 830-374-7901 cell SEE MORE LISTINGS AND PICTURES AT WWW.HIGHPLACESREALTY.COM NEW LISTING: 24.6 acres on Frio River, 2BR/1B home, rock pa�o, guest house, shed, end of the road! $225,000.

NEW LISTING: 3BR/3B home on the Frio River, guest house, covered pavilion, fire pit, access to 130 acres of common area and one mile Frio River. $379,500.

NEW LISTING: 4.92 acres on the Frio River, good elevated building sites, electricity close! $99,000.

2BR/2B home on 5.2 acres with Frio River frontage! $318,000.

1BR/1B rock cabin on 29.95, well, elec, and sep�c, amazing views. $300,000.

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

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

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

Log home, with workshop, carport, rv shed on .7 of an acre. $145,000 CONTRACT PENDING! 3BR/1.5B home on 2 acres with access to Frio River.

SOLD! 3BR/2B rock home in River Tree, access to Frio on 2.01 acres $175,000. GREAT BUY! 3BR/2B log home in River Tree, access to Frio River

$329,900.

2BR/2B home on 2 acres with access to Frio River.

SOLD! .4 of an acre with access to one mile Frio, all u�li�es. $25,000.

2.9 acres, huge Pecans, u�li�es, access to Frio River in River Tree. $106,000.

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

1.16 acres with access to Frio River, u�li�es in place.

SOLD! 1.18 acres, access to 1 mile Frio River and 130 acres!

All u�li�es in place, great views! $89,000.

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

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

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

Two adjacent lots with access to the Frio River! $45,000. Each 8.09 acres, with well, mixed terrain $109,080. Adjacent 22.6 acres $203,400.

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

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