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BEC Helping to Keep It Real-ly Beautiful Bandera Electric Cooperative and The Real County Night Skies team, part of Keep It Real-ly Beautiful, have taken a major step in the reduction of light pollution in our community. BEC has installed three Dark Sky Compliant outdoor lighting choices on HWY 337 to assist customers with choosing dark sky friendly lights. Signs have been installed on each of the three lights, designating the wattage and output. The 50-Watt LED light, the best choice for Dark Skies, is on the north side of 337, across from
the BEC offices. The 80-Watt and 100-Watt lights are on the south side of the road. Did you know a 50-Watt LED emits roughly the same amount of light as a 100-Watt traditional street light? Many of the current street lights and yard security lights shine light into the night sky as well as on the ground. This light pollution wastes energy
and money and creates a light “dome” over Real County, which can be seen for miles. Directing the light downward and using only the amount of light needed is crucial in creating darker skies. As the International Dark Sky Places program is rapidly expanding, more and more people learn of the benefits of a dark sky designation, another goal for our area. Here’s a sampling of some of the positive impacts a designation can provide. continued page 7
by Patti Berkstresser
Pictured Patti Berkstresser and BEC Lineman Jesse Salazar
Sabinal Band Heads to State Competition
by Billie Franklin photo by Diana Medina
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Sabinal Band made a 2 rating in Cuero on Saturday and will be going to State on November 6 for pre-eliminations. If they make that, the next day, November 7 will be the finals. This takes place at the Alamo Dome in San Antonio. Best of luck to you all and hang onto your hats!
Festival Brings Together Good Things to Know and Fun Things to Do ............................ Page 7
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INDEX Legals/Jail Register ... . Page 3Community News ......... Page 4-7 Feature Story ............... Page 8-9 Obituaries ...................... Page 10 Classifieds ..................... Page 14
Today’s Weather
High: 76° Low: 49°
The Hill Country Alliance brings its eighth annual Rainwater Revival + Hill Country Living Festival to the Dripping Springs Ranch Park on Saturday, November 4. The Festival is a combination of fun things to do, like live music, wine tasting, food trailers, tiny homes— and good things to know about, such as water conservation, dark night skies, land stewardship, and wildlife management. More than 75 vendors will share their products, services and information on rainwater harvesting, sustainable energy, green building, home improvements, groundwater conservation, habitat improvement, and much more. A top-notch lineup of ten speakers
throughout the day will talk about firewise communities, tips for buying rural land, living small and lightly, going solar, catching rainwater, protecting Hill Country rivers, and enjoying Hill Country wine. Landowners will be interested in learning about the best kept secret in the Hill Country, as Tim Miller with Plateau Land and Wildlife encourages, “Come learn about how wildlife management is providing thousands of landowners with an easy and rewarding way to own land while still maintaining an Ag valuation/exemption in Texas.” Wildlife and habitat management equipment will be on display. The Hill Country Music stage will be
alive throughout the day, starting with Mr. Will DuPuy’s exclusive show for kiddos at 10:30 a.m. La Tampiqueña brings their part country, part Tex-Mex party sound to the noontime show, and Drew Womack, singer/songwriter extraordinaire, takes the stage at 1:30 p.m., accompanied by Tamineh Gueramy on fiddle and backup vocals. The free, family friendly Festival will begin to heat up at 3:30pm when Mike and the Moonpies hit the stage. Fronted by songwriter Mike Harmeier, the sixpiece Moonpies bring strong songwriting, traditional country textures, and classic rock sensibilities. But everything touched by the Moonpies is drenched with the distinct vibe of a Texas dance
hall. Dancers encouraged! The Rainwater Revival + Hill Country Living Festival is sponsored by Braun & Gresham and the Plateau companies, Texas Parks and Wildlife, City of Dripping Springs, The John and Florence Newman Foundation, the Cynthia and George Mitchell Foundation, Cow Creek Groundwater Conservation District, Pedernales Electric Cooperative, Lower Colorado River Authority, and WaterPR, among others. Get more information at RainwaterRevival.com.
The Hill Country Alliance is a nonprofit organization whose purpose is to raise public awareness and build community support around the need to preserve the natural resources and heritage of the Texas Hill Country.
Another Banner Year for Deer – Season Opens Nov. 4 White-tailed deer season opens Saturday, Nov. 4 in both the North and South Zones. The forecast is excellent, and we expect another record year. Habitat conditions were good this spring, setting the stage for robust antler and population growth. If you need a place to hunt, check out the more than 1 million acres of Public Hunting Land available to you with a $48 Annual Public Hunting Permit. We encourage all hunters to take the full bag limit in counties that have an overpopulation of deer. A hunting license is required of any person, regardless of age, who hunts any animal, bird, frog or turtle in Texas (except furbearers, if the hunter possesses a trapper’s license.) No license is required for nuisance fur-bearing animals, depredating hogs or coyotes. Non-residents under 17 years of age may purchase and hunt with the Youth Hunting License. Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) is a fatal deer disease that has
been discovered in white-tailed deer and mule deer in localized portions of Texas. In order to detect and manage this disease, the department has designated CWD zones within which the intact, unfrozen head of any white-tailed or mule deer harvested by a hunter must be presented at a TPWD-designated check station within 48 hours of harvest. A “buck deer” is a deer with a hardened antler protruding through the skin. An “unbranched antlered deer” is a buck with an antler having no more than one antler point. All other deer are antlerless deer. A buck must be tagged with a buck deer tag from the hunter’s hunting license tag or applicable permit. White-tailed Deer - Except for deer taken under MLDP tag, no person may take more than five white-tailed deer or more than three bucks (all seasons combined) in one license year. Bag limits in individual counties may be less
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Frio Canyon Homemakers
Saturday, November 4 9:00 AM ~ 1:00 PM Tinkum Hall Leakey United Methodist Church
Baked Goods, Jams, Pickles, Candy Holiday Items, Decorations, Gifts and Much More . Enjoy a cup of coffee and/or a sweet treat for a small charge at our coffee bar.
Proceeds from the bazaar are used to purchase “I Like Me� Books for kindergarten students, and to support community organizations.
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JAIL REGISTER October 22 - October 28, 2017 Collins, Shannon Leigh, 36 W/F, Knippa, Texas, A/O Sheriff Johnson, Obtain Drugs by Fraud, A/D 10/27/2017, Weekend Time Served; Schultz, Bryttany Marie, 30 W/F, Camp Wood, Texas, A/O Trooper Movante, Display Fictitious License Plate, A/D 10/27/2017, In Custody, Edwards County Jail Real County Law Officers Nathan T. Johnson, Sheriff Steven Castro, Deputy Sheriff Mark Cox, Deputy Sheriff Teddy Douthit, Deputy Sheriff William Johnson, Deputy Sheriff Kevin Chisum, Real County Constable Corporal Jake Sanchez, DPS Highway Patrol Alexander Robertson, DPS Highway Patrol Clint Graham, TPWD Game Warden A/D - ARREST DATE A/O - ARRESTING OFFICER
Disclaimer: All print and other visual media is for informational purposes only. This information is considered public information under the Freedom of Information Act and the Public Records Act. Any indication of an arrest is not intended to imply or infer that such individual has been convicted of a crime. All persons are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Real County Sheriff’s Office Weekly Dispatch Report October 22 - October 28, 2017 10/22/2017 @ 1722 responded to Texas Highway 55 one mile north of Camp Wood for a motorist assist
Camp Wood for a motor vehicle accident 2037 responded to West 5th street in Camp Wood for a robbery
10/23/2017 @ 1819 responded to Ranch Road 337 East of Camp Wood for loose live stock
10/27/2017 @ 525 responded to US Highway 83 North of Leakey for a motor vehicle accident 1346 responded to Ranch Road 337 East of Camp Wood for a motorcycle accident
10/24/2017 @ 1117 responded to US Highway 83 North of Leakey for a stranded motorist
10/28/2017 @ 1209 responded to Ranch Road 337 East of Leakey for a motorcycle accident 1218 responded to Ranch Road 337 East of Camp Wood for a motorcycle accident 1633 responded to Stripes in Leakey for a suspicious vehicle
10/25/2017 @ 2011 responded to River Road West of Camp Wood for a civil dispute 10/26/2017 @ 1521 responded to Texas Highway 55 south of
DETAINER LIST
REAL COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE WANTED PERSONS AND FUGITIVES
McMahan, Khristy Anne, 49 W/F Theft of Property => $100 <$750 Theft of Property => $100 <$750 5/9/2017, Texas Department of Criminal Justice Frenzel, Devon, 22 W/M, Violation of Probation - Aggravated Assault Causing Bodily Injury w/ a Deadly Weapon 5/16/2017, Uvalde County Jail, Texas Pitcher, John Truman, 43 W/M, Bond Forfeiture - Burglary of Habitation, Bond Forfeiture - Bail Jumping and Failure to Appear - Bond Forfeiture - Terrorist Threat10/20/2017, Dearborn County Jail, IN
The Real County Sheriff’s Office has numerous felony, misdemeanor, and capias warrants and we are actively seeking to apprehend all persons wanted by the various courts within our jurisdiction. The wanted individuals highlighted below are six individuals we have highlighted for this week’s “FUGITIVE SECTION”. We need your help to apprehend these subjects and hold them responsible for criminal acts committed in our community. If you know where these subjects are please call the Real County Sheriff’s Office at 830-232-5201. If you ARE one of these subjects or know you have outstanding warrants…. TURN YOURSELF IN AT ONCE.
HOLDING LIST Editor’s Note: This list is provided by Real County Sheriff’s Office, it lists subjects that are being held by Real County in contracted jail facilities awaiting trial
McAlpine, Theodore Violation of Probation Deadly Conduct, District 8/15/2017, SAFPF Bandera Rivas-Rocha, Juanita Violation of Probation Burglary of a Habitation District, 8/25/2017 6 YRS TDCJ, 10/13/2017 Bandera
Shannon, Joshua Benjamin
Violation of Parole - Injury to a Child Causing Bodily Injury, District, 9/7/2017 Bandera
Shannon, Joshua Benjamin
Violation of Probation Burglary of a Habitation District, 10/13/2017 Bandera Parks, David Scott Violation of Parole - Driving While Intoxicated 3rd or More (Bell County), District 9/10/2017, Bandera Schultz, Bryttany Marie Display Fictitious License Plate, County, 10/27/2017 Edwards
Felony Warrant Amelia Denise Dustin DOB 05-15-1981 Bond Forfeiture
Securing document by deception – 1 Warrant
Ashley Falcon DOB 02-25-1992 Assault causing bodily injury – 1 Warrant
Gerald J. Jones DOB 09-22-1962 VOP – Criminal Mischief – 1 Warrant
Capias Pro-Fine (Subjects CAN MAKE PAYOFF by contacting our office with cash, cashier’s check, or money order)
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FI Jose A. Cruz-Rodriguez DOB 02-16-1985 Possession of Marijuana – 1 Warrant
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Brett Fraizer AKA “Buck” AKA Brett Lara DOB 05-11-1988 Operating an ATV on public roadway - 3 Warrants
Juan A. Estrada AKA “Juanito” DOB 10-22-1992 Numerous citations – 6 Warrants
November 7, 2017 Constitutional Amendment Election Ballot Language GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS
City of Leakey Mayor: Harry Schneemann Secretary: Dee Dee Wally Office: 830-232-6757 Fax: 830-232-6775 Councilmen: Ken Auld • Roel Gonzalez• Carl Jensen Frankie DeLeon • Bob Bowers Leakey Volunteer Fire Dept.830-232-4005 Frio Canyon EMS, Inc.830-232-5299 City of Camp Wood Mayor: Jesse Chavez Office: 830-597-2265 Fax: 830-597-5365 email:cityhall@swtexas.net Aldermen: Brianna Taylor • Juan ( Mafy ) Gomez Johnie Wooldridge • Domingo Tobar • Josh Cox Volunteer Fire Dept:830-597-6100 Camp Wood Library: 830-597-3208 Nueces Canyon EMS: 830-597-4200 City of Sabinal Mayor: Charles Story Secretary: Betty Jo Harris Office: 830-988-2218 Councilmembers: Ali Alejandro, Louis “Mando” Landeros, Danny Dean, J. R. Flores, Mike Nuckles, and Andy Schaefer Sabinal Library 830-988-2911 Sabinal Municipal Judge: Anita Herndon 830-988-2630 Justice of the Peace Precinct #2 Bobby G. McIntosh,830- 988-2462 Real County County Judge, Garry Merritt 830-232-5304 Real County Attorney, Bobby Jack Rushing 830-232-6461 County/District Clerk, Jennifer Manchester 830-232-5202 Justice of the Peace Dianne Rogers: 830-232-6630 Justice of the Peace VACANT: 830-597-6149 Sheriff, Nathan Johnson 830-232-5201 Real County Constable Kevin Chisum 830-232-5201 Tax Assessor-Collector Donna Brice: 830-232-6210 Treasurer, Mairi Gray 830-232-6627 Chief Appraiser Michael Mann 830-232-6248 Real County Public Library 830-232-5199 Camp Wood Public Library 830-597-3208 Real County Commissioners: Precinct #1: Manuel Rubio Pct.#2: Bryan Shackelford Pct. #3:Raymon Ybarra Pct.#4: Joe W. Connell, Sr. Real Edwards Conservation & Reclamation District PO Box 807 . Camp Wood, Texas 78833 (830) 597-3322 office Fax (830) 597-3320 recrd@swtexas.net email Roland Trees, Board President Joel Pigg, General Manager
STATE OF TEXAS PROPOSITION NUMBER 1 (HJR 21) “The constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of part of the market value of the residence homestead of a partially disabled veteran or the surviving spouse of a partially disabled veteran if the residence homestead was donated to the disabled veteran by a charitable organization for less than the market value of the residence homestead and harmonizing certain related provisions of the Texas Constitution.” STATE OF TEXAS PROPOSITION NUMBER 2 (SJR 60) “The constitutional amendment to establish a lower amount for expenses that can be charged to a borrower and removing certain financing expense limitations for a home equity loan, establishing certain authorized lenders to make a home equity loan, changing certain options for the refinancing of home equity loans, changing the threshold for an advance of a home equity line of credit, and allowing home equity loans on agricultural homesteads.” STATE OF TEXAS PROPOSITION NUMBER 3 (SJR 34) “The constitutional amendment limiting the service of certain officeholders appointed by the governor and confirmed by the senate after the expiration of the person’s term of office.” STATE OF TEXAS PROPOSITION NUMBER 4 (SJR 6) “The constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to require a court to provide notice to the attorney general of a challenge to the constitutionality of a state statute and authorizing the legislature to prescribe a waiting period before the court may enter a judgment holding the statute unconstitutional.” STATE OF TEXAS PROPOSITION NUMBER 5 (HJR 100) “The constitutional amendment on professional sports team charitable foundations conducting charitable raffles.” STATE OF TEXAS PROPOSITION NUMBER 6 (SJR 1) “The constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature to provide for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of all or part of the market value of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a first responder who is killed or fatally injured in the line of duty.” STATE OF TEXAS PROPOSITION NUMBER 7 (HJR 37) “The constitutional amendment relating to legislative authority to permit credit unions and other financial institutions to award prizes by lot to promote savings.”
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Get in the know about this hidden, dangerous form of bullying (BPT) - Bullying is never acceptable, but food allergy bullying - which happens when children and teens living with life-threatening allergies (LTAs) are teased, ridiculed or even threatened or assaulted with food to which they are severely allergic - is especially dangerous. On the surface, when one child waves, say, peanut butter in the face of a student with a severe peanut allergy, it may seem like just another form of childhood teasing. But to a child with LTAs, incidents like this can make school feel unsafe and escalate from emotional to physical bullying - which can even be life-threatening. To bring attention to this issue and promote greater acceptance of those living with food allergies, leading allergy advocacy organizations, including Allergy & Asthma Network (the Network), Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Connection Team (FAACT), Food Allergy Research & Education (FARE) and Kids with Food Allergies (KFA), along with kaléo, are launching No Appetite for Bullying, an anti-bullying initiative. The campaign aims to make a positive impact on children with food allergies, by encouraging them, their parents, teachers, and peers to be voices against food allergy bullying. Learn more at www.NoAppetiteForBullying.com. “The problem with food allergy bullying is people - whether children or adults - may not grasp the seriousness of this ‘teasing,’” according to Lynda Mitchell, Founder of KFA. “But kids who have food allergies live with a different reality: they know that one bite could lead to a serious allergic reaction. Kaléo commissioned an omnibus survey of 1,000 parents of children in elementary through high school, including 750 parents of children without life-threatening allergies (LTAs) and 250 parents of children with LTAs to unearth gaps in knowledge and perceptions that exist around food
allergy bullying. According to the survey, 82 percent of parents of children with LTAs who believe children are bullied due to food allergies think that their child has been bullied because of those allergies. However, nearly 80 percent of parents of children without LTAs surveyed indicated that they don’t think food allergies are a reason children are bullied. Students between the ages of 13 and 17 are invited to visit www.NoAppetiteForBullyin g.com to join the No Appetite for Bullying Teen Coalition, which will work with the advocacy organizations and kaléo to share experiences, provide support, and discuss solutions to help end food allergy bullying. “More adults should be aware of the seriousness of this problem so they can help create a safe, positive environment for food allergy sufferers to participate in school and other activities - like every kid deserves,” said Tonya Winders, President and CEO of the Network and mother of a 12-year-old girl who has been bullied due to LTAs. What can you do?
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A History of Real County, Texas, Wagons, Ho! is now on sale at the Real County Public Library and the Hill Country Herald Office. The Centennial Edition bearing the Centennial Logo sells for $95. Recognized as exceptional, this collection of stories of the pioneers of Real County makes a great gift for relatives or students of local history.
Education and understanding are essential to change the dynamic around LTAs and food allergy bullying. Kids with food allergies are protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act, and they are entitled to the same education opportunities non-allergic children have. Get on the same page: Educate your children about food allergies. If your child has been impacted by food allergy bullying, encourage them to join the No Appetite for Bullying Teen Coalition to unite with other students who also want to stand up against food allergy bullying. Take action: Whether you witness this form of teasing or a child reports it to you, speak up! By sharing your story, you can help other students understand that food allergy bullying is potentially life-threatening and should not be tolerated. Learn more: Visit www.NoAppetiteForBull ying.com for more tips on how you can help students feel supported and safe outside the home.
Ladies Bible Class will Begin on November 1, 2017 Ladies, get ready!! Our Bible Class will soon begin. Class begins on November 1, 2017 from 10:00 am to 11:00am each Wednesday during the school year. Here are some special details about the class. We meet in the annex at the Nueces Canyon Church of Christ. . Prayer requests and a prayer starts off the morning routine. At this time we are working on a book study for the novel “Leading Ladies Willing Hearts, Willing Hands” by Teresa Hampton, foreword by Jan McWhorter. This book is available at the meeting. Scripture study is also an important part of the class. Make plans to join us! For more information please contact Jan Maxwell at 830-597-6117.
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Lady Panthers are State Bound!!!
On The Frio at the Frio Pecan Farm Pavilion 830-232-5022
By Coach Toby Kramer
It was a great day to run in Corpus Christi the Regional Cross Country Meet. The weather was beautiful and the competition was fierce. The Lady Panthers took out with the pack and settled in to the race working hard to find their pace and in the end battled their way to the finish tying for 3rd place but due to the tie breaker rule the Lady Panthers received the 4th place team spot just nine points away from first place advancing them to the State Meet. Medaling in 7th place was Paige Elliott with a time of 13:59. Placing 25th was Layne Hicks running a personal best of 14:54 , followed by Nataliah DeLeon in 27th with a season best of 14:57, Leslie Taylor brought home 31st with a time of 15:08, Megan Sifuentes ran a solid 15:40 placing 46th, Amanda White ran 16:50 placing 71st, and Payton Nevarez placed 99th with a time of 18:13. The Lady Panthers have been training hard and are ready to compete. They will be making their debut at the UIL State Cross Country Meet on Saturday, Nov. 4th at 11:10 am in Round Rock, Texas. L to R: Layne Hicks, Payton Nevarez, Leslie Taylor, Paige Elliott, Megan Sifuentes, Nataliah DeLeon, Amanda White
Nueces Canyon Panthers at the Regional Championships By Boys coach Deyanira Flores
Cross country is one of the most challenging sports out there. If it was not, then everyone would do it. Five boys took on the challenge of creating a Nueces Canyon Panther Cross Country team, over a decade since the last, and made an appearance at the UIL Region IV Championships, last Monday, October 23. Out of 22 teams, Barksdale-Nueces Canyon came in 11th with a score of 292 points. Daunte came in 16th and
after pulling the qualifying teams out, he placed 11th with a time of 19:22. Personal records for our number 2 and number 3 runners; Moses Falcon came in with a 20: 58 in 44th place and less than a second behind was Mikey Ibarra with a time of 21:00 in 45th. Kambryn Deleon came in 86th with his personal best time of 22:39. Rounding out the team, Edmund Winston placed 123 with a time of 25:11. The team had outstanding workouts in
the week leading up to the regional meet. They were surpassed their expectations and worked harder than ever before. The realization of having more than you think is a mental state that leads athletes to the next level. Great work this season guys!
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Forty-five points, that’s what the sixman world used as a point difference between the Nueces Canyon Panthers and the Eden Bulldogs. Simply put, the Eden Bulldogs were forty-five point favorites over the Nueces Canyon Panthers. For many that don’t know, forty-five points is the most that any team is favored or under dogged in the game of sixman football. It did
not matter. When the game ended, the Panthers had defeated the Eden Bulldogs, 60-59. Offensively, the Panthers dialed up 7 TD’s in the air by Zavey Acosta and Victor Contreras. On the other end of the TD receptions were Tony Gonzales, Roy Schexnider, and Victor Contreras. Defensively, the Panthers came up with
timely stops, and turnovers when they needed them. Eli Ludlow’s interception in the fourth quarter, sealed the Bulldogs fate. The Panthers travel to Lometa on Friday, November 3rd to try to earn their first sixman playoff spot since returning to sixman last year. Good luck Panthers!
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Cold Homecoming Festivities were held before packed home stands at Northcutt Stadium on Friday, October 27th at halftime. Nataliah DeLeon, escorted by Daunte Flores; Britney Pannell, escorted by Eli Ludlow; and Megan Sifuentes, escorted by Winston Walker were Nueces Canyon High School’s Homecoming Court for 2017. Nueces Canyon High School was honored to crown as our 2017 Homecoming Queen Megan Sifuentes. NCHS 2016 Homecoming Queen Gabriella Irwin crowned Megan. Megan also received a beautiful jacket donated by Delores Vernor of Delores Unique Designs. The Nueces Canyon High School cheerleaders chose senior Daunte Flores as Cheerleader Beau. Daunte also received two complimentary meals donated from Casa Falcon. This year’s Football Sweetheart was Megan Sifuentes. The Pride of Pantherland Band chose as their Sweetheart Micah Vernor and as their Band Beau Kyle Floyd. Congratulations to all who were honored.
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Located 23 miles north of Brackettville, Kickapoo Cavern State Park offers a wide range of sights and activities. Its mixed habitats are home to a variety of wildlife, including 240 species of birds and a migrant bat population in Stuart Bat Cave. Activities include camping, hiking, biking, wildlife watching, and guided tours of Kickapoo Cavern every Saturday. Guided Tours for Kickapoo Cavern: Reservations Required Call 830-563-2342 Cost: $10/person plus park entrance fee of $3. No children under 5 years of age in Cavern.
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SABINAL HAPPENINGS
Civic Club Meets
ing from God’s Holy Word. Cindy Casburn had a video on Operation Christmas Child. This was Pastor Appreciation Sunday. The 5th Sunday potluck dinner was held in honor of Pastor Jim Fox following the worship service. He was presented a gift from the congregation as well as being the honoree at the dinner. That evening Senior Elder Charles D. Story, accompanied by his wife, Glenda, rolled a big plastic container labelled “HELP MEAT THE NEED IF YOU CAN” to The Lounge where he presented it to Javier R. Flores for distribution to locals. It was loaded with all sorts of canned meats, collected from the parishners. November 19 is the deadline for poinsettas ordered through Anita Herndon. Proceeds from the sales go to children’s ministries.
The Sabinal Civic Club will hold its monthly meeting tomorrow afternoon at 4 p.m. The program will be given by Javier R. Flores. Service provided to the citizens, goals and projects of the Sabinal Emergency Medical Services will be the topic. Patty Driskill, Mary Sanchez, and yours truly will be hostesses of the meeting. Anyone interested in the EMS and/or the Civic Club are welcome to attend. If you want to make a difference in Sabinal, come join us.
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At the Veteran’s Day program on November 10 at 11 a.m. at the Fairplex in Uvalde, the American Legion Post 56 and Uvalde de las Encinas Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution will host the program. Honorees are Vietnam veterans; there will be special gifts for the soldiers and widows of soldiers of that era. Speaker for the event is Jose M. Ramos, Senior Advisor to the Chief of Events and Operations for the United States of American Vietnam War 50th Anniversary Commemoration.
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Samaritan’s Purse Operation Christmas Child provides gifts to children all over the world and its President is Franklin Graham, son of Billy Graham. This is the week you need to pack your boxes if you have not already done so. Be sure to include your $9 donation with each box and mark if it is for a boy or a girl. They need to be turned in November 13 through Monday, November 20 to Kathy Sprott at Central Christian Church, located on Center Street, adjacent to First State Bank - Sabinal Branch. If you need more shoe boxes, she assures me that she has plenty as well as flyers that have labels and an envelope for your monetary contribution. Contact her at 830-988-2081 if you need boxes, labels, or have questions. Leave a message if she is not at home and she will return your call.
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Continuing the 50 Days of Prayer which began on October 15 and will lead up to Advent. The Church is seeking to be in devotion to God during the season His Greatest Blessing, His Son. On November 11 at 11 a.m. the church will be having a big party for the youth, serving hot dogs with all the kid friendly
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foods, and working on filling the boxes for Christmas Child.
A Special Trip
Pam and the Reverend Monty Benson took a trip to Abilene to visit Hardin Simmons University’s homecoming and 6 White Horses reunion. While growing up, Pam, the daughter of William “Doc” Beazley, recalls fond memories of feeding those world famous horses. Her father is remembered for his many years of caring for the animals. So it was for her, a trip back in time. The six white horses put Hardin Simmons University on the map so to speak. They have been in parades, rodeos, and other events all over the United States, Canada, Europe, and beyond.
FFA to Sonora
The Sabinal Future Farmers of America went to the Sonora LDE Benefit this past weekend. Monies raised go to the FFA Chapters that were devastated by Hurricane Harvey. Emma Pace won first place for Job Interview; Megan Curtis came in third for SR Creed Speaking; and Austyn Schulte placed fourth for Greenhand Speaking.
Neighborhood Watch
On November 14, the Sabinal Neighborhood Watch group will hold their covered dish meal at First Baptist Church at 6:30 p.m. The main dish is provided. We bring the rest. Hope to see you there.
“Sing Joy to the World”
The community Christmas cantata will be held at First Baptist Church on Sunday, December 10 at 7:30 p.m. at First Baptist Church, located on San Antonio Street between Peters and Tyler Avenues. It is being conducted by Steven Henry. This is guaranteed to be music at its finest. Come if you can.
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Parker Boyd opened the service by read-
Dudley Ilse led the sing along this past Sunday. Special guest at the service was District Superintendent John Wright. The 5th Sunday meal following the service was in honor of Mary and Greg Bales and Dudley Ilse. Superintendent Wright also stayed for the meal. Sunday evening the annual Charge Conference was held at First United Methodist in Uvalde jointly with La Divina Trinidad Iglesia Metodista and this church. District Superintendent Wright conducted the meeting. Coming November 4, Saturday, the all male singing group “God’s Scrap Iron” will be held at 7 p.m. in the sanctuary. A special offering will be taken for relief efforts for those who suffered from Hurricane Irma. This Saturday, a memorial service will be held for Ivy Keeble at 11 a.m. Next Sunday is All Saints Day and pictures are to be placed on a table for those who can be memorialized. There will be no lighting of candles, a change from past years.
St. Patrick’s Catholic
Flowers this week were placed on the Altar in memory of Remigio Reyes by his son, Robert, and widow, Lula Reyes. What a nice way to bring Glory to God and remember their loved one. Tonight, there will be a Mass held at St. Patrick’s at 6:30 p.m. Tomorrow evening at 6 p.m., Mass will be held at St. Patrick’s Cemetery. Please bring a chair to attend. November 3, Friday, is First Friday of the month Eucharistic Adoration begins at 8 a.m.; will be followed by Rosary at 6 p.m.; Benediction; and Holy Mass. November 4 is First Saturday with Mass at St. Patrick’s at 8 a.m. in reparation to the Immaculate Heart of Mary. Maria Banda is asking for volunteers for a tamalada on Saturday, December 2, beginning at 7 a.m. To help her the number is 830-988-2557. She will also take donations of ingredients for the tamale project. Proceeds from the sale of tamales will go for needs of the church. You can also place an order for pick-up on Sunday, December 17, from noon to 3 p.m.
Wednesday, November 1, 2017
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Battle of Gonzales When Domingo de Ugartechea, military commander in Texas, received word that the American colonists of Gonzales refused to surrender a small cannon that had been given that settlement in 1831 as a defense against the Indians, he dispatched Francisco de Castañeda and 100 dragoons to retrieve it. Ugartechea realized that, given the tensions between the Texans and Antonio López de Santa Anna’s Centralist government, the slightest provocation might ignite hostilities. He therefore instructed Castañeda to use force if necessary but to avoid open conflict if possible. The company rode out of San Antonio de Béxar on September 27, 1835. When Castañeda’s troops reached the Guadalupe River opposite Gonzales on September 29 they found their path blocked by high water and eighteen militiamen (later called the Old Eighteen). Castañeda announced that he carried a dispatch for alcalde Andrew Ponton but was informed that he was out of town and that the Mexican dragoons would have to wait on the west side of the river until he returned. Unable to proceed, Castañeda pitched camp 300 yards from the ford. As he awaited word from the absent alcalde, the men of Gonzales summoned reinforcements from several of the surrounding settlements. Later, a Coushatta Indian entered the Mexican camp and informed Castañeda that the number of Texan volunteers now numbered at least 140 and more were expected. Knowing he could not force the guarded crossing, Castañeda abandoned his campsite near the ford and marched his troops in search of another place not so well defended, where he could “cross without any embarrassment.” Around sundown on October 1 he ordered his dragoons to pitch camp seven miles upriver from the contested ford on land belonging to colonist Ezekiel Williams. The Texans were also on the move. On the night of October 1 their troops crossed to the west bank of the Guadalupe and marched upriver toward Castañeda’s new camp. On the morning of October 2, 1835, Lieutenant Castañeda requested the cannon be returned to the Mexican military-a condition on which it had been loaned to DeWitt’s Colony-but the Texians pointed to the gun which stood about 200 yards to their rear, and said, “there it is-come and take it.” Soon after the conflict began, at the request of the Anglo leaders, the ladies of the settlement hastily made a flag to fly over the cannon. The flag featured a white ground with a black cannon in the center, and the motto “Come and take it!” above and below. During a lull in the fighting Castañeda arranged a parley with Texan commander John Henry Moore. Castañeda inquired why he and his men had been attacked without provocation,
When Texan troops issued their famous challenge, “Come and take it!” on the morning of October 2, 1835, they set the tone for the rest of the Texas Revolution. This legendary phrase has been used in a variety of ways beyond the Battle of Gonzales, but it still remains a colorful part of Texas history and a Lone Star State symbol of defiance. Keep reading to learn more about the story of this Especially Texan motto
and Moore replied that the Texans were fighting to keep their cannon and to uphold the Constitution of 1824. Castañeda then assured Moore that he was himself a Federalist and personally opposed to the policies of Santa Anna. He added that he had no wish to fight colonists; he only had orders to reclaim the cannon. Moore then invited Castañeda to join the Texans in their fight for the federal Constitution of 1824. Castañeda explained that as a soldier he was obliged to follow his orders, whether or not he agreed with the politics behind them. At that point negotiations broke down, and the two commanders returned to their respective units. When the fighting resumed, Castañeda, finding himself outnumbered and outgunned, ordered a withdrawal toward Bexar. He may also have been mindful of his orders not to participate in actions that were likely to bring about a conflict. In his report to Ugartechea, Castañeda stated that “since the orders from your Lordship were for me to withdraw without compromising the honor of Mexican arms, I did so.” Despite Castañeda’s efforts to avoid war, the so-called battle of Gonzales (which was really only a brief skirmish) marked a clear break between the American colonists and the Mexican government.
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DRT: TEXAS HISTORY ESSAY CONTEST It is time once again for the Daughters of the Republic of Texas essay contest for fourth and seventh grade students. The topic for fourth grade is Stephen F. Austin: His Life and Contribution to the Republic of Texas; the topic for seventh grade is Austin’s Old 300: Who, What and Why. Essay guidelines and contest information
are available at area schools. Interested students should ask their fourth and seventh grade social studies teachers for more details. Local winning essays in each age group are recognized with cash prizes, and first-place essays entitle students to apply for a Caddel-Smith college scholarship their senior year.
Those first-place essays are forwarded to a DRT District VII committee, and if they are judged first place there, they will compete for honors and prizes at the state level. The deadline for completing this year’s essays will be January 23, 2018.
BEC Helping to Keep It Real-ly Beautiful 1. It helps attracts more visitors Gaining dark sky status means that parks and communities provide public education about dark skies. In addition, the community promotes and advocates the great sky viewing available with dark skies. A designation is also a good marketing tool because it provides new and unique ways to draw visitors. 2. It brings economic benefits to surrounding communities The increase in visitors due to a dark sky designation also means an increase in customers for local area businesses. Dark skies have proven to have a positive impact on businesses in studied areas. 3. It improves both human and wildlife health. Unnatural light disrupts feeding and breeding, impacts migratory patterns and life cycles and affects human natural
rhythms. What can you do to help with this cause? Look at your lights to determine if a directional adjustment, shielding, or light replacement would contribute to a darker sky and still maintain the light you need. An LED light will not only reduce light
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#010 NEW LISTING 23.24 acres in Montell, huge Pecan bottom with over 40 grafted trees, 3 wells, hunter cabin, completely fenced, rolling terrain with Nueces River frontage! SOLD! #008 NEW LISTING 3BR/2B home on quiet street near school. It is on a large lot with nice shade trees, open and covered decks, carport and outbuildings. There is a bonus room that would be perfect for an office or possibly another bedroom. $135,000. #003 10 acres south of Leakey in Rio Frio, gated, gently rolling terrain, huge Pecan and Oak trees, seasonal creek, unfinished metal cabin on slab with covered front porch, underground electricity to cabin. $140,000. #002 17.5 acres with 2br/2b home, pond, garage/workshop, outbuildings, outdoor shower, paved road to home, good 4W drive up hill to feeder, fenced on three sides with auto gate. Great hunting of Aoudad, Sika, Whitetail, Turkey, Hogs and Axis. $329,900. CONTRACT PENDING #011 1.02 acres in Concan, with access to the Frio River, paved roads, and central water system. Set your cabin here and enjoy long beautiful views with the potential for rental income! $55,000. #021 2.73 acres with access to the Frio River, paved roads, central water system, an area for rv hookups with restrooms, all behind a locked gate. This is one of the largest lots in Frio River Place and backs up to a large ranch for great views and privacy! Priced to sell at $99,000. #001 NEW LISTING Comfy 2BR/2B log home with guest house, workshop and shed on three manicured lots in Twin Forks. Access to two gorgeous Frio River park areas! $179,900. #005 5.32 acres, west of Leakey off of John Buchanan Rd. Hilly terrain provides long views to the south and east, county road frontage with electricity at the road and fenced on one side with entrance gate. Ag exemption in place for low taxes! MAJOR REDUCTION, BEST PRICED LOT IN SHADY OAKS! $40,000. #007 6.37 acres, in The Ranch, beautiful gated development south of Concan, with paved roads, underground electricity, and access to gorgeous Frio River park area with deep blue water and pavilion for picnics. Under wildlife exemption you will see large herds of exotics free roaming and you will enjoy low taxes! $136,955. #012 3 city lots with approximately .8 of an acre, electricity, septic, and 2 city water meters in place. Lots of potential, either residential or commercial with Hwy. 83 frontage! $120,000. #004 1.29 acres of prime commercial property located on Hwy. 83 and across the highway from busy Stripes convenient store! Completely fenced with city water meter and tons of oaks trees you will have endless potential on this one! Leakey is growing and this is the best time to purchase before prices rise! REDUCED!!! $175,000. #006 2 acres with 139 feet of Frio River frontage, north of Leakey. Included is an energy efficient, fully furnished, 2BR/2B cabin ready to enjoy that may be put in the vacation rental pool for added income. $168,900. CONTRACT PENDING #017 22.85 acres in Campwood with a 3BR/2B recently remodeled home. There is jaw dropping views from the hillside home and access to the Nueces River. Plenty of room in the back to hunt! $210,000. OWNER FINANCE OFFERED #016 1.01 acre in gated Valley Vista, hill top with great views, clubhouse with pool, stocked fishing pond, 35 acres of wilderness area for hiking and underground electricity. $49,500. #015 7.23 acres in gated Valley Vista, with great views of stocked pond, paved roads, access to underground elec., clubhouse with pool and 35 acres of wilderness area for hiking. $55,500. #014 1.01 acre in Valley Vista, hilltop with great views, clubhouse with pool, stocked fishing pond, 35 acres of wilderness area and underground electricity. $39,500.
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All veterans, their families & friends, and those who support veterans are invited to attend the 3rd Annual Veterans Town Hall Meeting on Thursday Nov. 2nd from 6-7 p.m. at the Kerrville VA’s Medical Center’s auditorium. This forum provides a special opportunity to ask hard questions and get answers of general concern from the Directors of VA’s three agencies, the Veterans Benefits Administration, the Veterans Health Administration and the National Cemetery Administration. It will be preceded by an Information Fair from 4: 30 to 6 p.m. where you can get information/answers from several VA organizations and help with personal matters. For job seekers, representatives from Human Resources will be present. Serving veterans is a noble calling. To that end, a VA Job Fair will be held Saturday, Nov. 4th from
9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at KVAMC’s Auditorium for positions in nursing, pharmacy, police service, housekeeping and engineering. Applicants should come prepared with an Application Package ( Resume, DD 214 and VA Disability Letter if applicable) Drivers License and Social Security Card. For more information, call 210-617-5300 ext.14937, 17878 or 14577. As a top Hill Country employer, KVAMC’s annual payroll of $35,000,000 signifies a strong economic presence whose ripple effects benefit area businesses. We urge all to attend the Veterans Town Hall Meeting. Your presence demonstrates how much you value KVAMC and its 400 dedicated employees who daily practice “Putting Veterans 1st”. Vicki T. Marsh, Colonel, U.S. Marine Corps (Retired) President, Hill Country Veterans Council
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Real County, Pct. 3&4, Justice of the Peace office, located in the City of Camp Wood Office building, will have new hours: Monday: 2:00 pm-5:00 pm Tuesday: 2:00 pm-5:00 pm Wednesday: CLOSED Thursday: CLOSED Friday: 8:00 am—1:00 pm
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HOMES Property 09: 61 Laurel Ln. in Concan! Immaculate 3BD/2BA. Landscaping, carport, storage, standing seam roof! Rental pool. $315,000 Property 11: 157 Spring Branch in Twin Forks is a super nice 3BD/2BA home on TWO LOTS! Gorgeous Frio River access! $229,000 NEWProperty 13: 28 ac. w/cute 1BD/1BA cabin and creek frontage in Rancho Real. 631 Riemer Rd. $190,000 Property 18: 3BD/2BA log home under huge pecan trees. 85 Pecan Bottom Lp in River Tree. Gorgeous river access! $339,000 Property 19: 4BD/3BA home on 9+ ac. in THE RANCH in Concan! Unique property w/river access! Ag. Valuation.. $485,000 REDUCED Property 21: TWO exceptional 3BD/2BA homes on 5 acs. in The Ranch in Concan. Gorgeous river park. Must see! $699,000 Property 22: Lot 15, Canyon Oaks#1 in Concan! Newer 3BD/2.5BA w/extensive porches. Solid rental history. $315,000 Property 24:Cute 3/2 brick home in town. Easy walk to shops, restaurants, library and the Frio! Circle drive + carport. $129,500 NEWProperty 25: HEARTSTONE! 4bd/4ba APPRX. 2800 sq. ft. Circle drive, pool & views! Directly across from river access. $765,000 Property 26: RIVERFRONT home on 2+ acres. Beautiful, hill country modern design. High end finishes & appliances. GORGEOUS! $539,000 Property 27: 4BD/3.5BA home w/gorgeous views. 621 Catclaw Mtn. Rd. in Concan. Rental OK. Frio river access! $549,000 REDUCED NEWProperty 33: HEARTSTONE! 2.68 ac. lot w/~290’ of FRIO frontage! 5BD/5BA/2HB. Outdoor kitchen, infinity pool and more! $1,300,000 Property 41: Nice 52 acre place with a spacious 2BD/2BA home located halfway between Uvalde & Camp Wood. $275,000 REDUCED Property 78: 4BD/3BA home on nearly one ac. 179 Roy Chisum Rd. No restrictions! 500’ of private river access! $299,000
LOTS Property 01 : 9.3 ac. Views, underground elec., city water and sensible restrictions. Borders a large ranch. Owner/Broker. $99,900 PENDING Property 08: Wooded residential lot in Canyon Oaks. Frio River access + hillside and valley views. Water & elec available. $56,000 Property 14: 1+ acre lot in Canyon Oaks—Concan. Hilltop/views + gorgeous river access park. Water/elec. avail. Rentals OK. $49,000 Property 30: Valley Vista Lot 67 is 1+ acre. Community pool & clubhouse. All utilities. VIEWS for miles. Backs to greenbelt $39,500 Property 31: Lot 3 in Valley Vista is 4.4 useable acres. All utilities + use of community pool and clubhouse. $55,500 Property 32: Lot 36 in Valley Vista has stunning easterly views. 1+ acre. All utilities + use of community pool and clubhouse. $49,500 Property 34: 7+ ac. lot in R-N-R Ranch—Rio Frio, TX. Beautiful oaks, well/septic in place but need to be verified/tested. $118,000 Property 35: 5.16 ac. just west of Leakey. Gated, city water, paved roads, underground electric. See Old Baldy from here! $69,900 REDUCED NEWProperty 37: Lot 35 in Valley Vista features gorgeous westerly views, all utilities, and use of community pool & clubhouse! $50,000 Property 43: 8+ acs. w/gorgeous oaks and great bldg. sites. Electricity available. AG VALUATION = LOW taxes!! Shady Oaks Subdv. $77,045 NEWProperty 46: Million $$ views from this very buildable hilltop lot in Canyon Oaks—Concan. Water/elec available. Frio access. $88,000 Property 52: 5+ ac West of Leakey. Fronts on John Buchanan Rd. Bldg. site faces east and is ready to go! $52,500 NEWProperty 53: Lot 82, 7.7 acres in Canyon Oaks Unit 4. Water & elec available. Great views & river access! Addtl. Acreage avail. $149,000 NEWProperty 54: Lot 83, 16.6 acres Canyon Oaks Unit 4. Water & elec available. Great views & river access! Addtl. Acreage avail. $149,000 NEWProperty 55: Lot 84, 11 acres in Canyon Oaks Unit 4. Water & elec available. Great views & river access! Addtl. Acreage avail. $109,000 NEWProperty 56: Lot 85A, 6 acres in Canyon Oaks Unit 4. Water & elec available. Great views & river access! Addtl. Acreage avail. $98,000 NEWProperty 57: Lot 85B, 4 acres in Canyon Oaks Unit 4. Water & elec available. Great views & river access! Addtl. Acreage avail. $49,000
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Press Release Submitted by: Lana Carr The annual meeting for the Real County Wildlife Association was held on September 19th at the Real County Courthouse. After accepting the minutes and the Treasurer’s Report, new officers were elected as follows: President, Will Bourland; Vice-President, Ricci Pendley and Secretary/Treasurer, Johnny Preece. Plans for our Annual Wildlife Dinner were discussed. This year’s dinner will be on November 3rd at 6:00 pm at the North Chapel at Alto Vista Baptist Encampment. The Association will provide the game, brisket, sausage, beans, potato salad, coleslaw and bread. Members of the Association are asked to bring a side dish or dessert. Membership fees are $20.00 a year and can be paid at or before the Annual Wildlife Dinner. Recognition for the winners of the 2016 Trophy Contest will be presented during the dinner. The 2016 winners are as follows:
NEWProperty 16: 36 acres in Spring Country Ranch. Wooded w/deep draws & dry creek. ~1 mile from spring fed pond/park area. $101,920 NEWProperty 17: 33 acres in Spring Country Ranch. 4x4 required. Borders large ranch to the south. No utilities! $84,125 Property 07: 15 acres in Concan w/Hwy. 127 frontage. Small hunter’s cabin. No utilities but elec. is close. $103,569 Property 10: 31.05 acres. Just off Hwy. 41 in far NW Real County. Fairview Ranch. Neat little hunting place! $99,360 Property 12: 5+ ac north of Leakey w/2400 sq. ft. metal bldg. Hwy. frontage. Some elevation for great views. Ag. Exempt. $179,000 REDUCED Property 15: 82+ ac w/deep soil, big live oaks, native grasses & minimal cedar. Water & elec. High fenced $230,000 REDUCED Property 25 : RR336 north of Leakey. 17+ acs. West prong of the Frio River on eastern boundary. Owner/Agent $222,000 Property 29 : 170 acs. +/- WILL DIVIDE Hwy. 337W frontage. Views for miles! $3900 per acre REDUCED Property 38: 24+/- ac hunting tract at the back of Rancho Real. Borders large ranch. Very gamey... pics on website! $69,890 REDUCED Property 40: 17.6 acres w/Frio frontage! Close to Leakey. Several building sites. Electricity nearby. $230,000 Property 41: Nice 52 acre place with a spacious 2BD/2BA home located halfway between Uvalde & Camp Wood. $275,000 REDUCED Property 46: Between Leakey & Camp Wood is 28+ ac. ready for hunting, camping and enjoying the views! Elec close. $90,000 REDUCED Property 48: 6+ acres with water & electricity available! Ag. val, water/elec. available, fenced 2 sides. Views & oak trees! $78,000 PENDING Property 49: 9+ ac. 3 miles north or Leakey. Ag. valuation, water/elec. available, fenced 2 sides. Views & oak trees! $117,000 Property 50: 16.5 ac. +/- north of Leakey. Perimeter fenced, Ag. valuation, water/elec. available. Will divide (see above). $179,000 Property 51: 37.23 acres. w/Hwy. 41 frontage. Fairview Ranch. Water well & electricity. Addtl. acreage available. $137,751
COMMERCIAL Property 3-6: 1+ ac. Commercial lots Concan. Frontage on US HWY 83. All utilities available. MAKE OFFER!!! $139,000-$149,000 Property 28: 545 N. US Hwy. 83 is nearly a half acre with great visibility & road frntg 3 sides. 1800sf bldg. w/commercial kitchen. $295,000 Property 36: Riverstone Vacation Cabins! 13.9 acres w/500’ of Frio river frontage. 5 cabins + main home. $775,000 REDUCED
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DATES AND TIMES OF LOCAL BLOOD DRIVES 11/2 Kerrville Wal-Mart in the parking lot from 8am-6pm 11/2 Boerne Wal-Mart in the parking lot from 1pm-6pm 11/2 Fredericksburg Wal-Mart in the parking lot from 1pm-6pm 11/2 Bandera Lowe’s Market in the parking lot from 1pm-6pm 11/3 Belk Charity Day Drive with Encore Radio 104.9FM Bloodmobile at the River Hills Mall 12:30pm-5:30pm 11/4 Harper VFD Blood Drive and Fish Fry, 84 N. Ranch Road 783, Harper 10am-3pm
Friday, November 10 is an important day here at Nueces Canyon Junior High and High School! It is when we will be celebrating Veterans Day. We will have our annual Veterans Day Assembly that morning at 10:00 a.m. in the high school gym. If you have a family member that is a veteran or currently serving, and you would like a photo of them to be included in the program, please bring it to the Junior High & High School Office as soon as possible. We would like to invite all veterans and community members from the Nueces Canyon area to attend this assembly as our honored quests.
11/11 HEB plus! Boerne, 420 West Bandera Road, Boerne in the parking lot 11am-3pm 11/12 St. John Lutheran, 315 Rosewood, Boerne in the parking lot 8am-noon 11/13 Fredericksburg Community Blood and Platelet Drive in the American Legion Hall at 726 Washington, Fredericksburg sponsored by the Churches of Stonewall 11am – 7pm 11/14 Kerrville Platelet drive at Wal-Mart from 9am-2pm by appointment only 11/18 Boerne Platelet drive at Wal-Mart from 9am-2pm by appointment only 11/18 St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church, 202 W. Kronkosky, Boerne 4pm-8pm 11/19 St. Peter the Apostle Catholic Church, 02 W. Kronkosky, Boerne 8:45am-1:45pm Both days in Classrooms 151/153 in the Family Life Building 11/27 Leakey High School blood drive in the Fellowship Hall of the United Methodist Church, First & Market, Leakey 10am – 2:15pm 11/27 Comfort High School, 143 Hwy 87 N., Comfort in the parking lot 8:30am-3pm 11/31 Texas Regional Bank, 416 Main, Blanco Bloodmobile on the square 9am-2pm
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O B I T U A R I E S Michael Ray Kirkland, Sr
The Following Donations have been made to the Frio Canyon EMS:
Michael Ray Kirkland, Sr., age 68 of Leakey, Texas, passed away Thursday, October 26, 2017. He was born in Pasadena, Texas to parents Earl Dudley Kirkland, Sr. and Dorothy Adams Kirkland. He is preceded in death by his mother. Survivors include his wife, Faye Kirkland; father, Earl Dudley Kirkland, Sr.; children, Mikey, Michelle; Bubba, Judy, Barbara and Billy; siblings, Earline, Dudley, Donald Lee and Linda; grandchildren, Sharon, Shawn, Shane, Corbin, Camden, Kelton, Billy, Jr., Jacob, Caylen, Jessica, Hannah, Zac and Nic; numerous great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. A Life Celebration for Michael ‘Mike’ Kirkland is scheduled for Saturday, November 4, 2017 at 1 pm at the Frio Pecan Farm Pavilion. Bring your memories and share.
A Family’s Love
by Tracy Renee Lee
Quite often when I direct out of town services, I will arrange for my clients to have their visitation and funeral on the same day; one immediately following the other. Doing so saves my client money, as I am not staying in hotels more nights than necessary, nor am I forced to bill them for non-productive hours. Last week, I directed such a service. My husband and I rose early and set out on our way across the great state of Texas. It was a peaceful morning as the sun rose over the majestic Texas landscape. My heart was filled with gratitude for such beauty and peace. As we arrived and set up at our destination, I saw that this family had several very young children in attendance. As they hovered around their loved one, I noticed that they would each touch the decedent’s cheek with the back of their fingers. They would then slowly glide their hand toward her hair, gently caress, and reposition her curls. It was a very endearing gesture. I also noticed that although they could barely reach over the casket’s edge, even the very young children would follow this outward display of affection, and would enlist the assistance of an adult to lift them so that they could hug and kiss their loved one. Gathering around, survivors would reminisce and offer stories of wonderfully touching and funny experiences they had once shared with their dearly departed matriarch. It was a very touching display. In my professional career, I have never before seen a family so uninhibited with death’s stigma, so eager to touch their decedent, so freely expressive of their love and admiration for her, nor one involving so many very young children completely at ease with death. As the service began, the Pastor introduced himself and spoke a little about his background. He was a recovered drug addict, former prisoner, and reformed motorcycle gang member. His service was very personal. He related the depths of his struggles to the pain and anguish the family was currently suffering. Near the end of his sermon, he moved toward the congregation and invited the brokenhearted and mourners into a prayer circle. As the family members rose and came forward, the prayer circle became
a prayer huddle. Sisters, brothers, children, cousins, aunts, and uncles descended toward the Pastor. As they came toward him, he stretched out his long arms and gathered them as a mother hen gathers her baby chicks under her wings. (Matthew 23:37) He bowed his head and supplicated to the Divine Creator to comfort them with his redeeming grace, and to dispel the weight of darkness and pain. Their service ended and I came forward to direct the recession of those in attendance. Tearful friends offered condolences as they passed the casket. It was then time for the family to come forward. As I dismissed them one by one, each paused beside the casket, lingering, reflecting, and then bending forward to kiss their loved one farewell. As they gathered en masse to the side, allowing me room to come forward and close the casket, my movement involuntarily halted. My breath caught itself as my eyes fell upon the casket scene. There, directly before me, I beheld a vision: a vision of love, sorrow, respect, and hope. As her survivors had paused beside her casket offering their final farewells, they had each placed into the casket, a meaningful photograph of him or her taken with the decedent during her lifetime. This matriarch who had been a mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin, wife, daughter, and friend to so many, was now adorned with an evidentiary display, respectfully and lovingly placed upon her person by sorrowful survivors motivated through sincere gratitude, showcasing the love, influence, and wisdom she had unselfishly shared with them. The display of love and affection was overpowering. The intensity of this woman’s love and influence was alive and powerful even as she lay dead in her casket. My soul, so deeply touched, stilled for a moment. As I stood there frozen, my thoughts raced. It was something so beautiful and so amazingly spiritual that I desired to capture and record it as an historical moment. I, of course, could not. One cannot capture spiritual expression with a camera and trying to do so would have been completely inappropriate. Yet, there I remained, frozen and consuming the majestic
Mercy is the Result of Humility It’s easy to be suspicious and though it’s wrong, unfortunately it’s common to judge unfairly and display negative emotions toward others. If we could only remember that many people are going through some type of painful trial and difficulty which usually explains their unusual behavior. I am regularly involved with those who are struggling with serious problems and it changes your perspective when you know the circumstances. As Christians we are called to be a light that represents the nature of Jesus and this includes patience, mercy, long-suffering, forgiveness, and love. This is so that everyone can see Christ within us and hopefully inspire them to learn more about who He is. When we act ugly and rude, we are actually turning others away from the message of grace that we proclaim is the spiritual compass the lost world desperately needs. You have probably noticed that people around you are carefully observing your every move which by the way is having a direct impact on what they think about you and God. It’s true, how we live reveals much more about us than even what we say.
St. Raymond Catholic Church 2nd and Mountain St. P O Box 989 Leakey, TX 78873 830.232.5852 Mass: 5:30pm Saturday 6:00 pm 1st and 3rd Wednesdays Parish Priest Fr. Adrian Adamik Rectory: 830.683.2165 St. Mary Catholic Church Hwy 187 Vanderpool, TX Mass: 9:00am Sunday Contact:830.966.6268 St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church Camp Wood, TX Mass: 11:30am Sunday Sacred Heart of Mary Catholic Church 401 N Hwy 377 P O Box 877 Rocksprings, TX 78880 830.683.2165 Mass: 9:00am Sunday Reál County Church 121 Oak Hill Ste. 4 Leakey, Texas Sunday School: 10:00am Worship: 11:00am Evening Worship: 6:00pm
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by William F. Holland Jr., DD.,C.ED.D. Minister/Chaplain
It would be wonderful if we could know what is going on within the lives of those all around us but most of the time we can hardly deal with our own problems. I published a book last year called “A lifestyle of worship” that is about developing a spiritual awareness of God’s presence and how this discernment can drastically change the way we see life. I am convinced we will not grow in our compassion for people until we draw nearer to God. It only makes sense the closer we are to Him the more concern we will have for others. When I’m focused and trying to do God’s will, I am more humble and have no desire to judge others. It’s when we are distant from Him and filled with arrogance that we gravitate toward negative and critical reactions. Rick Warren is quoted, “God’s mercy to us is the motivation for showing mercy to others. Remember, you will never be asked to forgive someone else more than God has forgiven you.” I read a story a while back about a young stewardess that told about her experiences. She had always considered herself a happy and positive person and was so excited when she had been
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Wednesday Bible Study: 7:00pm Preacher: Charlie Gant 830.232.4230 Frio Canyon Baptist Church Pastor Michael Howard Hwy 83 South Leakey, TX (830) 232-5883 Sunday School: 9:45am Worship Service: 11:00am Evening Worship: 6:00pm Wed. Prayer: 6:30pm First Baptist Church P O Box 56 Hwy 83N Leakey, TX Pastor: Mark Spaniel Bible Study: 10:00am Worship: 11:00am Evening Worship: 6:00pm Wednesday Prayer: 7:00pm Mon-Fri Daily Prayer 11:00am 830.232.5344 Living Waters Church Hwy 1050 Utopia, TX 830.966.2426 Sunday School: 9:30 am Worship: 10:30 am Wednesday: 7:00pm Youth Alive: Saturday 7:00pm
Youth Pastor James Jones Pastor Dr. Robert Richarz Church in the Valley Hwy 83 Leakey, TX 78873 830.232.6090 Pastor Ray Miller Sunday School: 9:45am Worship: 10:45am Childrens Church 11 Evening: 6:00pm Wed. Service 6:30 Fellowship (2nd & 4th) 7:00pm Spanish Service Sat. 6:00pm
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beauty of this family’s love and gratitude. I was somehow aware of movement within my peripheral vision and realized my husband was moving to my aid. I unwillingly yanked my awareness back to my duties and began to move forward toward the casket. As I reached up to close the lid, I realized I would need to relocate several of the photographs tucked into the cap panel so that they would not fall as gravity’s pull worked its power upon repositioning their angle during closure. I could not inflict the sorrow any of these loving survivors would suffer if their photograph drifted on a current of air onto the floor, or dropped and hit their loved one as she rested there so peacefully. I reinstated the casket lid in its upright position and began reaching for the precarious photographs. As I did so, the family moved to assist me. I was so touched by their love for the woman lying in the casket that my hands began to shake and tears began flowing down my cheeks. The photographs were repositioned and I tenderly lowered the casket lid, allowing them every possible moment to touch and glimpse her as she faded from their view. We proceeded to the cemetery to commit her to her grave. As she descended below ground level, her family members stood around the parameter of her casket, touching it, until it was beyond their reach. One by one, they turned and tearfully departed through the gates of the cemetery as the melodic and lyrical beauty of “Jealous of the Angels” gently caressed their souls. As I drove home that afternoon, the Texas landscape was vibrantly alive with the glorious colors of a fall sunset. My heart, still filled with the lingering beauty of this family’s service, was thankful for the Master’s Throne of Grace where one might find mercy in times of need. (Hebrews 4:16) I was honored to have served a soul who had reflected Christ’s love and everlasting light so profoundly upon those whom she had served, and touched by the symbolism of life’s cycle as the sun’s evening rays brilliantly lit up falls foliage as it prepares to tumble to the ground.
Concan Church of Christ Hwy 83 Concan 830.232.4058 Ministers: Paul Goodnight and Ray Melton Sunday School: 10:00am Com and Worship: 11:00am Evening: 6:00pm Wednesday: 7:00pm Concan Baptist Mission Hwy 83 Concan, TX Worship: 9:30am Sunday School: 10:30am Evening Worship: 6:00pm Wednesday Bible Study: 6:00pm Pastor Willis Adair Cowboy Church in the Nueces River Canyon HWY 55 N @ Angel Wings Cafe’ PO Box 158 Barksdale, TX 78828 (830) 234-3180 or 2345170 5th Sunday 6:30 pm and Every Tuesday @ 6:30 pm United Methodist Church P O Box 417
selected among many capable candidates. She wanted to help people and serve others and this unique opportunity seemed perfect. However, shortly after she began her new career, the glamorous imaginations turned to a disappointing reality as she realized she was hardly more than a waitress working 30,000 feet above the ground. Nonetheless, she continued trying to be positive but started to become more of an actor that went through the motions of faking a smile and constantly forcing a thank you to groups of people that were rude and harsh. She discovered over time that when someone was desperately calling out for her it was usually not an emergency but rather to complain because their coffee was cold. One day she noticed a man boarding the plane that was carrying a black plastic garbage bag which is an automatic red flag. He placed the bag in the overhead and patted the closure softly. She was having a bad day and with being highly suspicious of what was inside the bag, she warned the crew to keep
419 N. Market Leakey, TX 78873 830.232.6266 Pastor: Rev. Walter Prescher Adult Sunday School: 9:30 am Worship: 11:00 am Children’s Church: 11:10 am Wednesday: 5:30 pm, Youth Group, Grades 7-12 Mt. Home Divide Chapel Hwy. 41 (near YO gate) 121 Divide School Rd. 640-3307 2nd Sun: 2:30 p.m. Wed.: 11a.m. Bible Study Reagan Wells Baptist Church 8415 Ranch Road 1051 830-232-5504 Pastor: Mark Moore Sunday School: 9:45 am Sunday Services: 10:50 am & 6:00 pm Wednesday Service: 7:00 pm Sabinal Church of Christ Sunday school 10 a.m. Worship 11 a.m & 6.p.m. Wednesday 6 p.m. Minister David Sprott 830-988-2081
an eye on him. All of these negative thoughts were swirling inside her mind and had given her a hateful impression even though she knew nothing about the situation. As he was waiting in line for the bathroom she finally saw a perfect chance to pounce on him with a subtle interrogation about his intentions. He looked at her with tears in his eyes and said he had come to New York because his only son was a first responder at ground zero and had been killed when the towers collapsed. He had picked up his uniform which was so precious to him and it was in the plastic bag in the overhead bin. These are the wake-up calls to our conscience that remind us of what a vast difference there is between the way we see life and the way life really is. “Blessed are the merciful: for they shall receive mercy” Matthew 5:7. To read more articles and stories please visit: billyhollandministries.com
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PIONEER REAL ESTATE
Shirley Shandley, Broker PIONEER REAL ESTATE Shirley Shandley, Broker 698 Highway 83 South * Office 830-232-6422 698 Highway 83 South * Office 830-232-6422 · #7 – New Listing! 31.79 AC West of Leakey off scenic FM 337, cabin, generator, 3 blinds, 3 feeders, hunt Whitetail & Axis Deer $85,000 · #5 – New Listing! Rustic Hillside Cabin, power, water & septic on 5 AC, long views from large covered deck, fronts county maintained road, minutes to Leakey & Frio River $119,000 · #13 – New Listing! Twin Forks – 3/2 Home, covered patio, carport, access 2 Frio River parks, gated community $125,000 · #2 – New Listing! 1.9 AC close to Leakey, fenced, small building with bath & living area, workshop, beautiful view of mountains $82,900 · #8 – 3 BD/2 BA Home on 1.97 AC, large game room, barn & storage bldg., fenced backyard, fronts FM 1120 $279,000 · #15 – Newly Priced! Frio River Access at private park – Pretty 1.68 Ac lot, water & electric available, views, RV storage, short walk to river $95,000 · #9 – 370.79 AC Real Co. Ideal hunting property, Rock House w/fireplace, well w/50,000 gal. storage tank, barns, pens, Co. Rd. access, Sika, Fallow, Axis, Elk, Black Buck Antelope $2656 Per AC · #12 – Frio Riverfront – 3 BD/2 BA Home perfect for entertaining on 1.81 AC, large deck shaded by huge oaks, both sides Frio River + adjoins 20 AC private river park $389,000 · #32 – 27.22 AC+/- off Hwy 41 with plenty of cover & numerous oaks, lots of wildlife in area, electricity close $82,000 · #33 – 3 BD/2 BA/2 Car Garage, Exceptionally Neat & well maintained home on 1.3 AC, high ceilings, fenced, workshop, landscaped, minutes to Frio River and Leakey $215,000 · #30 – Nueces River Access 4.56 AC water & electric avail., septic installed. Building site w/view of hills, gated community $84,000 · #3 – 5.07 AC+/- Concan, Uvalde Co., remote homesite, heavily treed, 1.4 miles off Hwy 127 $29,000 · #11 – 429.14 AC Edwards Co. private & secluded with space for hunting, hiking & other recreational activities. Free roaming wildlife, nice elevation changes & covered in native vegetation $579,336 · #29 – 3.58 AC N. of Leakey, fronts Hwy 83, water & electric available, sweeping view of hills $75,000 · #6 – 55.38 AC Hunting Ranch NW Real Co. easy access from I-10, fronts Hwy 41, Cabin w/electricity $185,523 · #37 – 6.14 AC, Waterfront furnished cabin, all utilities + well house/utility room w/washer/dryer, freezer, refrigerator, Kawasaki Mule, paddle boat $219,000 · #4 – 5.74 AC off scenic RR 337, several bldg. sites, fencing, low taxes, sensible restrictions, great views $48,000 · #36 – 9.3 AC Homesite in gated community West of Leakey, water, electric, beautiful views, possible owner terms $108,600 · #26 – 1.87 AC Private Frio River Park Access – RiverTree, gated community, water/electric available (Owner/Assoc. Broker) $75,000 · #44 – 5.601 AC Sabinal Riverfront, huge Cypress Trees, beautiful view of river, gated community (Owner/Agent) $215,000 · #45 - Sabinal Riverfront Lot, Hwy 187 front, Utopia, joins #46 (Owner/Agent) $75,000 · #46 – Fronts Sabinal River & Hwy 187 just outside Utopia, metal 2 car storage bldg., joins #45 (Owner/Agent) $85,000 · #1 – 6.57 AC fronts Wilson Creek, water well, electric, septic, caliche pad, 30 amp RV hook-up, spectacular hilltop views! $139,000 · #31 – 7 AC Hillside views, 3/2 Home overlooking spring-fed lake which is part of 50 AC park for Roaring Springs $199,000 · #57 – 1.07 AC Concan adjacent & access to community clubhouse/swim pool, water system, underground utilities, paved street, build on to rent. OWNER TERMS $5000 down, 7%, 10 yr, $464.44 per month (Owner/Broker) $45,000 · #10 – 6.10 Fenced AC, Nice Cabin with spectacular views from front porch, double carport, RV with covered deck, minutes to Garner SP & Frio River $224,950 PENDING
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ANNOUNCING THE HCH RECIPE CONTEST Beginning July 15, 2017 and ending November 15, 2017 the Hill Country Herald will be sponsoring a recipe contest. If chosen your recipe will be featured in the Hill Country Herald Newspaper and in the Hill Country Herald Recipe Book which will be available in January of 2018! RULES 1. All submissions must be typed and submitted by email to: emcarnegie1956@gmail.com. 2. We encourage you to tell us about your recipe. Tell us for instance: It is your favorite recipe because your grandmother made it every Thanksgiving. Then tell us about Thanksgiving with Grandma! 3. Send pictures. We want as many recipes and experiences from local residents, long time tourists or new visitors as we can get! But more importantly, we want the story of the recipe. We want our Hill Country Recipe Book to be representative of all the People who read our paper! 4. We will not, of course be able to choose every recipe, but if you’re your recipe and story are chosen, they will be featured in the Hill Country Herald Newspaper and in the Hill Country Recipe Book that will be available online and at the Newspaper Office in January 2018.
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GRANNY’S KITCHEN BACK TO BASICS.... SLOW COOKER RECIPES Every year about this time I do an article on slow cooker recipes. I love hot, savory, wonderful scents of cooking food in the cool weather. I love my crock pot! If you have a few moments in the morning you can come home to a well cooked, filling and delicious, homemade meal. Happy Cooking!
BAKED PASTA AND MEAT SAUCE
1 lb ground beef, turkey or Italian sausage 1 onion, finely chopped 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon dried basil 1 teaspoon dried parsley 1 (28oz) can diced tomatoes 1 650ml jar pasta sauce (about 2 1/2 cups) 2 1/2 cups water or chicken broth 1 375g box Penne or Ziti (or other short) pasta (about 4 cups) 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese In a large skillet, cook ground beef and onion until browned. Stir in garlic and salt and cook 1 minute. Add beef mixture, basil, parsley, tomatoes, pasta sauce and water to a 4qt (or larger) slow cooker. Stir. Cook on low for 6 hours or high for 3 hours. Add pasta and stir until combined. Cover and continue cooking for 20-45 minutes (depending on how hot your slow cooker is) -- check and stir at the 20-minute mark. Sprinkle with cheese and cover for 3-5 minutes until cheese is melted.
HEALTHIER SLOW COOKER SPAGHETTI AND MEAT SAUCE
This Healthier Slow Cooker Spaghetti and Meat Sauce is loaded with veggies and protein but tastes just like your old favorite! It cooks completely in the slow cooker — even the pasta! 1 lb lean ground beef 1 medium onion, chopped 1 bell pepper, chopped 1 large carrot, shredded 1 cup fresh chopped spinach 2 1/2 cups low sodium chicken broth (or use water) 1 (28oz) can crushed tomatoes 2 teaspoons minced garlic 2 teaspoons dried basil 2 teaspoons dried oregano 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon dried parsley 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 1 340g box Catelli Smart Veggie Spaghetti freshly grated Parmesan, optional In a medium bowl, microwave ground beef on high until cooked, about 6-8 minutes, stirring every 2 minutes. Drain any juices and add to 4-6 quart slow cooker. Add onion, pepper, carrot, spinach, broth, tomatoes, garlic, basil, oregano, salt, parsley, and pepper. Stir well. Cover and cook on low for 5-7 hours or high for 2-3 hours. Break spaghetti in half and stir into sauce in slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 5 minutes, stir to break up the pasta -- you don’t want clumps! Cover and cook another 5 minutes. Stir. If pasta is cooked to al dente, serve, or cover and cook on high for a few more minutes if necessary. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and serve.
{SLOW COOKER} BBQ CHICKEN CHILI MAC 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts 1 red pepper, diced 1/2 onion, diced 1 540ml (19oz) can black or kidney beans, drained and rinsed 1 tbsp chili powder
by Elaine Padgett Carnegie
1 teaspoon salt 1 28 oz can diced tomatoes with juice 1 tsp minced garlic 1/2 cup barbecue sauce 1/2 cup ketchup 2 cups chicken broth 3 cups (about 1 340g box) dry macaroni (I use whole wheat or high fiber white) 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Add chicken, pepper, onion, beans, chili, powder, tomatoes, garlic, barbecue sauce, ketchup and chicken broth to slow cooker. Cook on low for 4-6 hours (because I used cooked chicken, the cooking time is pretty flexible -- if using raw chicken, you’ll want to cook at least 6-8 hours on low). Half an hour before you wish to serve, set slow cooker to high and stir in salt to taste and dry pasta. After 20-25 minutes, check to see that your pasta is cooked (if not, give it a little more time. I found that 25 minutes was perfect). Stir in cheese and serve.
SLOW COOKER HOT FUDGE CHOCOLATE CAKE
1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 teaspoon baking powder 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste 3/4 cup milk (I used cashewmilk; chocolate milk may be substituted) 1/3 cup vegetable or canola oil 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips 1/2 cup granulated sugar 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder 1 1/2 cups boiling water ice cream and/or whipped topping or whipped cream for serving, optional but recommended Line a 6-quart slow cooker with a liner if using one. I prefer to use liners for easy cleanup and storage, see step 8. Spray liner or base and sides of slow cooker with cooking spray; set aside. To a medium bowl, add the flour, 1/2 cup sugar, 1/4 cup cocoa powder, baking powder, salt, and whisk to combine. Add the milk, oil, vanilla, and stir until just moistened. Turn batter out into prepared slow cooker and spread it into a smooth, even, flat layer. Evenly sprinkle the chocolate chips; set aside. To a medium bowl (the same one you already used is fine, just wipe it clean with a paper towel), add 1/2 cup sugar, 3 tablespoons cocoa powder, the boiling water, and whisk to combine. Carefully pour the hot cocoa-water mixture over the batter in slow cooker. Do not stir. This mixture turns into hot fudge while the cake bakes; do not stir. Cover and cook on high for about 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or until a toothpick inserted into center of cake comes out clean. Start checking at just over one hour to ensure you don’t overbake (no raw egg issues to worry about). My cake was done at 90 minutes. All slow cookers vary so cook until cake is done. I have not tested the recipe using the low heat setting and can’t speak to baking time or results; nor have I tested it using smaller-sized slow cookers. Remove the top portion of the slow cooker (the ceramic bowl the cake is cooking in) from the base (heating element) to allow cake to cool momentarily before serving. I recommend serving with ice cream and/or whipped topping or whipped cream. Cake is best warm and fresh but will keep in an airtight container for up to 5 days at room temp, noting the sauce absorbs into the cake by the second day. Storage is much easier if you use a liner because you can lift the entire liner out, cake and all, and place in an airtight container.
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NEW LAWS ON THE BOOKS FOR SEPTEMBER
After a long, five-month legislative session in the spring, and an August, 30-day special session this summer, there are several new laws on the books that went into effect on September 1. Here is a brief run-down of a few of the new state laws which are currently in force: NO TEXTING AND DRIVING: Effective immediately, reading, writing or sending a text while driving a moving vehicle is against the law. There are exceptions for using a GPS device for directions, and hands-free devices are not impacted by this legislation, but those stopped for this violation for the first time can face fines up to $99. Repeat offenders will be on the hook for as much as $200. As we’ve seen right here in our district, distracted driving can be fatal, so play it safe and handle those text messages once you reach your destination. LOWER FEES FOR HANDGUN LICENSES: Until recently, Texas had one of the high-
est fees in the nation to obtain a handgun license. To bring Texas more in line with other states, we decreased the fee for a first-time license from $140 to $40, and the renewal cost will also drop from $70 to $40. Additionally, licensed peace officers and members of the military will have their fees waived entirely. STANDING WITH POLICE: The penalty for assaulting a police officer is now increased to a second-degree felony as it is considered a hate crime. In recent years, our law enforcement officials have become targets and have been ambushed across the state, including an attack in Dallas last year that left six Dallas officers dead, and one in San Antonio near San Antonio College. HUNTING FROM THE AIR: In our ongoing effort to get a handle on the growing populations of feral hogs, coyotes and other nuisances to farmers and ranchers, we passed a new law to allow folks to hunt these animals from hot air balloons. You do need a permit from Texas Parks and Wildlife before taking to the sky, to eradicate a growing nuisance from our properties. RESTRICTIONS ON DRONES: Flying a drone aircraft over a prison can now cost the drone operator up to $2,000 just for the first offense. This law was written in response to growing concerns
within the law enforcement community that drones are being used to drop drugs, weapons and other contraband into correctional institutions. There are numerous examples in other states of this occurring, so it is a pre-emptive effort to keep contraband out of prisons and to keep our correctional officers safe. PENALTIES FOR CYBERBULLYING: It is now a misdemeanor to electronically harass or bully a minor with the intent of causing them to harm themselves or commit suicide. The new law, also known as “David’s Law” for the young man in Alamo Heights who killed himself last year after a string of cyberbullying attacks, requires schools to notify parents within twenty-four hours if there child has been bullied or is accused of bullying others. Once again, we have seen the unfortunate consequence of unchecked bullying right here in our district, so hopefully this law will keep teachers and administrators more on-alert for this kind of behavior. As always, it is an honor to represent you in the Texas House of Representatives, and I welcome your comments and opinions. Please visit my website at www.AndrewMurr.org or contact our District Office in Kerrville (715 Water St.) at 830-257-0432 and let me hear from you.
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FBI: OPERATION CROSS COUNTRY IXHUMAN TRAFFICKING by Elaine Padgett Carnegie
October 12th-15th was Operation Cross Country 9, done by the FBI to fight Human Slavery and Trafficking. There are so many faces to “Human Trafficking,” says Tracey Dudley; survivor of the lifestyle and super “rescuer” of the streets of Houston. She said she was unsurprised that last spring netted 250 arrests, that drugs, sex and human trafficking are inexplicably linked! Her abuse came from inside the home at 15 years old and she hit the streets of Houston in selfdefense. Quickly caught up into the drug and abusive lifestyle that was killing her, she made her way out and now does all she can to help others trapped in the vicious cycle… OPERATION CROSS COUNTRY IX resulted in 44 arrests in Houston, 12 of which were trafficked victims. According to Fox 26: “The Federal Bureau of Investigation said they arrested 60 people and recovered four juveniles in Georgia as part of a nationwide underage human trafficking sting. Nationwide, 84 minors were recovered, and 120 traffickers were arrested as a part of Operation Cross County XI, which ran from Oct. 12 to Oct. 15. “We at the FBI have no greater mission than to protect our nation’s children from harm. Unfortunately, the number of traffickers arrested—and the number of children recovered—reinforces why we need to continue to do this important work,” said FBI Director Christopher Wray. “This operation isn’t just about taking traffickers off the street. It’s about making sure we offer help and a way out to these young victims who find themselves caught in a vicious cycle of abuse.” In Georgia, Atlanta FBI’s Metro Atlanta Child Exploitation Task Force (MATCH) and Child Exploitation Task Forces (CETF) in Savannah and Augusta participated in Operation Cross Country XI. “The many men and women of law enforcement working on this operation are keenly aware of the importance of recovering these vulnerable young victims,” said David J. LeValley, Special Agent in Charge of the Atlanta FBI Field Office. “I commend every one of them for their hard work and dedi-
cation in the recovery and the apprehension of those responsible for their exploitation. I would also like to thank all of the law enforcement agencies who participated and the various non-government agencies who provided specialized relief and services to the victims of this traumatic brand of human trafficking. Operation Cross Country is a perfect example of our commitment each and every day to the fight against child sex trafficking.” FBI agents and task force officers staged operations in hotels, casinos, and truck stops, as well as on street corners and Internet websites. The youngest victim recovered during this year’s operation was 3 months old, and the average age of victims recovered during the operation was 15 years old. “Child sex trafficking is happening in every community across America, and at the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, we’re working to combat this problem every day,” said NCMEC President and CEO John Clark. “We’re proud to work with the FBI on Operation Cross Country to help find and recover child victims. We hope OCC generates more awareness about this crisis impacting our nation’s children.” It is not just happening in America but all around America, also…. There are unprecedented “International” plans, according to The Guardian, to combat human trafficking and terrorism across the Sahel and into Libya will face a major credibility test on Monday when the UN decides whether to back a new proposed five-nation joint security force across the region. The 5,000strong army costing $400m in the first year is designed to end growing insecurity, a driving force of migration, and combat endemic people-smuggling that has since 2014 seen 30,000 killed in the Sahara and an estimated 10,000 drowned in the central Mediterranean. The joint G5 force, due to be fully operational next spring and working across five Sahel states, has the strong backing of France and Italy, but is suffering a massive shortfall in funds, doubts about its mandate and claims that the Sahel region needs better coordinated devel-
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AUTOCAD DESIGN AND DRAFTING SERVICE opment aid, and fewer security responses, to combat migration. The Trump administration, opposed to multilateral initiatives, has so far refused to let the UN back the G5 Sahel force with cash. The force commanders claim they need €423m in its first year, but so far only €108m has been raised, almost half from the EU. The British say they support the force in principle, but have offered no funds as yet.” France, with the support of the UN secretary general, António Guterres, and regional African leaders, has been pouring diplomatic resources into persuading a skeptical Trump administration that the UN should financially back the force. In an attempt to persuade the Americans, Guterres warned in a report to the security council this month that the “region is now trapped in a vicious cycle in which poor political and security governance, combined with chronic poverty and the effects of climate change, has contributed to the spread of insecurity”. You can’t blame anyone for skepticism, in that portion of the world, life has deteriorated to chaos and no one is safe. In India - Police in southern India have arrested a pastor accused of trafficking girls through a Christian-run orphanage during an investigation into the unregistered children’s home. The Moses Ministries home in Tiruchy, run by Germany-based Christian Initiative for India that was founded by Jacob in 1989, housed 89 children, all said to have been rescued from female. A wave of claims by people saying they were the children’s parents prompted a local court to
rule that all the children should undergo DNA testing to establish their real parentage, and to assist the girls that have lived as slaves since infancy. It is everywhere that our babies are victimized… Learn more at 1 (888) 373-7888, National Human Trafficking Resource Center. SMS: 233733 (Text “HELP” or “INFO”), Hours: 24 hours, 7 days a week. Languages: English, Spanish and 200 more languages, Website: traffickingresourcecenter.org.
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Four Bedroom four bath river front home located in the popular Frio Pecan Farm. Home is a good money maker and is in like new condition. Open floor plan concept with great room. Huge deck overlooking the river. $439,000. PRICE REDUCED!!! Three bed-room 2 1⁄2 bath home outside the city limits on 1.74 acres. Home is in like new condition and features a covered deck and a detached workshop. City water. Huge oak trees provide a lot of shade for the beautiful yard. $189,000. Three bed-room 2 bath riverfront home on the Frio River. Four decks to choose from when you want to drink coffee and listen to the river. $425,000. Three bed-room two bath home with approximately 2,223 square feet, on 45 acres, close to town, yet private. Other improvements include a large barn. $579,000. Two bed-room one bath home in Leakey, located on corner lot and walking distance to schools. $129,900. Cabin #9 in Frio Pecan Farm. Great Income producing property. Two bed-room 2 bath cabin fully furnished and with all the amenities offered by the Pecan Farm for only $155,000. PRICE REDUCED!!! Three bed-room 2 bath modern brick home on 3.25 acres just outside Sabinal, Texas. Two large outbuildings consisting of an equipment shed and a workshop. Plenty of room for a garden or a 4-H project. Approximately 2 miles to town. $215,000.
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