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SPECIAL INSERT THE REAL COUNTY HISTORICAL COMMISSION The Real County Historical Commission will hold their quarterly meeting on November 15, 2014 at the Montell Country Club. “The Life and Times of John Baylor” will be presented by Virginia Davis

Somewhere in the West COW TOWN

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Dub’s Corner ............................ Page 11

History of Veterans Day

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H.E.B. GENEROUSLY GIVES BACK TO COMMUNITIES Friends of the Library for Real County received a donation from H. E. Butt Family Foundation at the Library’s monthly board meeting held in the Library Conference Room on October 27. The H. E. Butt Family Foundation appreciates and supports the Library in its mission to provide recreational, informational, and educational materials and services to all age groups. The Library serves as the Leakey ISD Library for grades K-5 and offers eBooks as well as tablets for registered patrons. Providing services in print and electronically is an important part of knowledge transfer from one generation to the next. The H. E. Butt Family Foundation is excited to have the ability to donate to an organization which lines up with its values of serving and offering services to children of the community. “It is a privilege to give to a community which provides so much support to our mission year after year,” says Foundation Senior Director Mike Tackett. The Library was represented by Board Members Sandra Hodge, Carl Wood, Christie Mensi, and Susan Walker. Representatives of the H. E. Butt Foundation were Gretchyn Lopez, Foundation resident and Library volunteer, Marie Phillips, Foundation Administrative Assistant, and Mike Tackett, Senior Director of Operations.

REAL COUNTY COMMISSIONERS SET DATE FOR INTERVIEWS Pct. 3 Passes Local Option Election Real County Commissioners held their regular meeting on Monday, November 10 at the Real County Courthouse. Following an executive session, Commissioners voted to interview candidates for the position of Sheriff for Real County on November 18th at 5:00 p.m. The court will hold a special called meeting to conduct the interviews. Commissioners also set the starting salary of JP Pct. 3&4 at $11,000 per year, in line with JP Pct. 1&2 salary of $11,292. Commissioners continue to hold off setting the salary and taking applications for Constable Pct. 3&4 until the Sheriff position is filled.

Commissioners canvassed votes in the

local option election to legalize the sale of beer and wine in Real County Justice Pct. 3. The measure passed with a 87 to 56 vote. Commissioners also canvassed votes in local option election to legalize the sale of all alcoholic beverages including mixed beverages in Real County Justice Pct. 3. This measure passed with a smaller margin at 75 to 63. Real County Dist./County Clerk Bella Rubio confirmed Real County Chief Appraiser, Kelly Shults requested the petition to conduct the election.

Commissioners declined to grant the Nueces River Authority use of county Rights of Way for placement of waste-

water lines and appurtenances along or in Vermillion Subdivision. Real County Judge Garry Merritt told the court the plat did not make it clear that the County had the authority to grant usage of the utility easement. Commissioner Rubio asked if NRA has spoken to the property owners.

Tom Brown, representing Naismith Engineering, the engineer on the wastewater project for the City of Leakey, said he did not have a problem talking to the owners and did not foresee a problem with the request. Rubio said “If it was clear the easement was given to the County, we could grant the easement.”

Commissioners reviewed and granted sev-

by Julie Becker

eral variances, vacate and resubdivision of plats. J.D. Martinez, Real County Emergency Management Coordinator accepted a very nice donation ($5,000) from Foundations for Laity Renewal. Martinez said the funds would go toward an emergency generator, computer and printer.

On action item for renewal of retiree insurance plan, Commissioner Joe Connell opposed the motion, but it passed with a 3-1 vote.

Commissioners granted Merritt negotiation privileges to work with Texas Commission on Environmental Quality regarding an enforcement issue on a complaint investigation.

COLDER WEATHER BRINGS OUT NICE BUCKS

by Julie Becker

Kessiah Tom

Luke Merritt

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EMS REPORTS Holy Big Buck!! Look what hunting season has brought out! Luke Merritt got this nice buck while hunting with his Uncle Cully, Aunt Lanie and Cousin Cade, in Alpine, Texas. His dad, Real County Judge Garry Merritt said it scored a 163!

Congratulations to Luke! Kessiah Tom shot this double beam 10 point at Cooper

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NATIONAL WEATHER ALERT

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: 55° Low: 30°

Mountain Ranch (home of Jim & Martha Tom), Leakey, Texas on the morning of September 28th, 2014, opening bow weekend, with a crossbow. Kessiah is Jim & Martha’s oldest daughter and currently resides in Dallas, Tx. Congratulations to Kessiah!

I was wondering about the hullabaloo regarding this cold air coming in so I did a little research. It’s interesting really how this storm was born. First, I would like to give you the Weather Alert for Real County and then I’ll discuss where it came from and why.

Local Weather Alert…Special Weather Statement for Real County, TX. Other affected areas: Llano, TX; Burnet, TX; Williamson, TX; Val Verde, TX;

By Elaine Padgett Carnegie

Edwards, TX; Real, TX; Kerr, TX; Bandera, TX; Gillespie, TX; Kendall, TX; Blanco, TX; Hays, TX; Travis, TX; Bastrop, TX; Lee, TX; Kinney, TX; Uvalde, TX; Medina, TX; Bexar, TX; Comal, TX; Guadalupe, TX; Caldwell, TX; Fayette, TX; Maverick, TX; Zavala, TX; Frio, TX; Atascosa, TX; Wilson, TX; Karnes, TX; Gonzales, TX; De Witt, TX; Lavaca, TX; Dimmit, TX , and more. Issued by The National Weather Service, (NWS) Austin/San Antonio, TX for Tue, Nov 11, 2014, 7:25 AM CST, Local Radar Map, Updated Nov 11, 2014, 10:20am CST… ... MUCH COLDER TEMPERATURES TODAY THROUGH FRIDAY WITH THE FIRST FREEZE OF THE SEASON POSSIBLE IN SOME AREAS LATER THIS WEEK... A STRONG COLD FRONT WILL MOVE THROUGH SOUTH CENTRAL TEXAS THIS MORNING. TEMPERATURES THIS AFTERNOON WILL REMAIN IN THE LOWER 50S ACROSS THE HILL COUNTRY AND CENTRAL TEXAS TO THE UPPER 50S TO NEAR 60 ACROSS SOUTHERN AREAS. BY WEDNESDAY MORNING

TEMPERATURES WILL DIP INTO THE MID AND UPPER 30S ACROSS THE HILL COUNTRY AND CENTRAL TEXAS TO LOW 40S ELSEWHERE. HIGHS ON WEDNESDAY WILL ONLY BE IN THE UPPER 40S TO TO MID 50S... WITH IT FEELING EVEN COLDER WITH A BRISK NORTH WIND. EVEN COLDER TEMPERATURES ARE EXPECTED THURSDAY... WITH LOWS ACROSS SOME LOCATIONS IN THE NORTHERN HILL COUNTRY POSSIBLY DIPPING TO THE FREEZING MARK...

AND UPPER 30S TO AROUND 40 ELSEWHERE. HIGHS ON THURSDAY WILL ONLY RANGE FROM THE MID 40S TO LOW 50S. AT THIS TIME... FREEZING TEMPERATURES OF 28 TO 32 DEGREES ARE EXPECTED FRIDAY MORNING ALONG AND NORTH OF A ROCKSPRINGS TO MEDINA TO BOERNE TO NEW BRAUNFELS TO AUSTIN LINE. THERE IS THE POSSIBILITY OF THIS LINE BEING EXTENDED SLIGHTLY FARTHER SOUTH IN THE COMING DAYS... continued page 2

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NATIONAL WEATHER ALERT AS MODELS HAVE BEEN TRENDING COLDER. SOUTH OF THE LINE LOW TEMPERATURES IN THE MID AND UPPER 30S ARE EXPECTED FRIDAY MORNING. HIGHS ON FRIDAY WILL ONLY BE IN THE UPPER 40S TO MID 50S. SLIGHTLY WARMER TEMPERATURES ARE EXPECTED OVER THE WEEKEND...

ALONG WITH A SLIGHT CHANCE OF RAIN SATURDAY. They say remnants of the Super Typhoon Nuri which became one of the most powerful tropical cyclones of 2014 on November 2 as it churned over the open waters of the western Pacific Ocean, east of the Philippines and south of Japan, is to blame for the Arctic

blast that has buried the mid-west and is heading our direction as I write this.

In the Philippines, where the storm was named “Paeng,” high waves generated by Nuri were a concern even though its violent winds never came close to shore. The Philippine weather agency, PAGASA, warned fishermen and other sea-faring vessels to stay out of the rough seas. Nuri stayed well east of Japan’s Ryukyu Islands, including Okinawa, as it turned northeastward on a path that kept the center well southeast of the Japanese mainland. The most dangerous impacts to Japan were high waves.

As Nuri weakened, it would join the jet stream and a very strong disturbance in the mid-latitude belt of westerly winds, developing into an

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extremely powerful non-tropical storm over the Bering Sea, near the western Aleutian Islands of Alaska. The NWS says, “A massive storm fueled by the remnants of Typhoon Nuri did not do much damage in Alaska’s sparsely populated Aleutian Islands, but forecasters say it’s anchoring a system that will push a frigid blast of air into the mainland United States and send temperatures plunging early this week. Parts of the lower 48 could see temperatures between 20 and 40 degrees below average, the National Weather Service said Sunday.”

The storm peaked Friday with sustained winds of 70 mph and gusts up to 96 mph on Alaska’s Shemya Island. While it has weakened, it also is helping change the jet stream

flow and anchoring a cold pattern that will send a surge of arctic air from the northern high Plains into the central Plains, said Bob Oravec, lead forecaster with the College Park, Maryland, weather service office.

On Alaska’s Shemya Island, where 120 civilian contractors staff an early warning radar installation for the U.S. military, only minor facility damage was reported at Eareckson Air Station on the island 1,500 miles southwest Anchorage, Alaskan Command public affairs officer Tommie Baker said.

While other parts of the country were expecting their first big winter storms, parts of south-central and southwest of Alaska could see windy, warmer and wet conditions, said Shaun Baines, a meteorologist for

the weather service in Anchorage, Alaska. Temperatures along the Gulf of Alaska coastline were in the 40s.

Winter storm warnings were in effect Sunday for parts of Montana, North Dakota and South Dakota, with 4 to 5 inches of snow across the plains of Montana and up to 10 inches possible in the mountains. “The big news for us will be the combination of really cold temperatures and really breezy conditions,” he said.

So now you know…the mid-west is calling it a white out. Airlines are not charging rescheduling fees for flights due to weather conditions. Looks like we might have a repeat of last winters harsh conditions. “Cuddle up!”

Governor-elect Abbott Announces Judge Carlos Cascos As Secretary Of State Nominee AUSTIN – Governor-elect Greg Abbott today announced Cameron County Judge Carlos Cascos as his prospective nominee for Texas Secretary of State, his first appointment as Governor-elect.

Appearing with Judge Cascos at an economic development roundtable with a bipartisan group of Rio Grande Valley business and political leaders, and later at a press conference at the Capitol in Austin, Abbott spoke to Cascos’ qualifications to play a vital role in his administration: “Because the Rio Grande Valley plays such an important role economically and for the future of our state, I will ask for the indulgence of voters in Cameron County for the greater good of the region and the State of Texas as I ask Judge Carlos Cascos to serve as our next Secretary of State,” said Abbott, “I know Judge Cascos will give the Rio Grande Valley a strong voice in Austin and will inspire the next generation of Hispanic leaders as he works on behalf of all Texans.”

“While my heart and roots are here in Cameron County, I owe it to my constituents – and Texans across the Rio Grande Valley – to accept this appointment, subject to Senate confirmation, and

ensure that the voices of South Texas are heard County Commissioner for 12 years, and was actively involved in at the highest levels of state government,” many civic organizations. said Judge Cascos, “Governor-elect Abbott’s Born in Matamoros, Mexico, Judge Cascos became a permanent decision to choose someone from South resident of the United States and then a citizen when he was an Texas as his first appointment demonstrates adolescent. He and his wife, Aurora Candida “Candi” Cascos his continued commitment to the Rio Grande live in Brownsville and have two adult daughters, Casandra and Valley. Our community plays a vital role in Andrea.

Texas’ future, economically and culturally, and our voice needs to be heard loud and clear in Austin.”

About Judge Carlos Cascos: Carlos Cascos is the current Cameron County Judge, a position he was elected to in 2006. Judge Cascos is a Certified Public Accountant, Certified Government Financial Manager, and a Diplomat of the American Board NO CHARGE FOR NON-PROFITS of Forensic Accounting. Prior to becoming Cameron County’s top elected official, Judge Cascos was a member of the Texas Public Safety Commission, which oversees the Texas Shawn Streib Gray, Broker Department of Public Safety, a Cameron 830-232-4500 230 US Hwy. 83 Leakey, Texas 78873

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Barksdale Community Thanksgiving “The Tradition Lives On”

by Lee Sweeten

For the last three years, Angel Wings Cafe along with a few local residents have sponsored a Community Thanksgiving in Barksdale. Now with Angel Wings closed, many of us wondered if the tradition would fade away like so many other things. However, fear not, as there are those among us who have decided to keep the tradition going. Yes, the there will be a 4th Annual Barksdale Community Thanksgiving and this year the event will be held at the Mary B Powers Hall located directly across the street from the High School. While this is called a “Barksdale Community Thanksgiving,” it is an area wide event and is open to all who wish to join us in keeping our Community tradition alive. Simply stated, if you are in the area, then you are welcome to join us. Turkey and Dressing along with Ham will be furnished however there is a need for side dishes from sweet potatoes to desserts. So we asked that those attending bring a covered dish to share.

If you have no plans for Thanksgiving and would like

to enjoy a community wide fellowship along with some great food, why not join us as we give thanks for all our blessings as individuals, communities and of course as a nation? Lunch will be served around 1:00 PM. Bring family and/or friends and of a covered dish if possible What a great occasion to renew old friendships and establish new ones and of course keep our community tradition alive.

As is my norm, I always close with a quote so what better way to end and article about Thanksgiving with a quote from John Clayton who said, “Thanksgiving is a time when the world gets to see just how blessed and how workable the Christian system is. The emphasis is not on giving or buying, but on being thankful and expressing that appreciation to God and to one another.”

For more information contact Judy Koehne at (830) 234-3240 or Lee Sweeten at (210) 912-8481 or email burrogone@yahoo.com.

Texas Leaders Launch New Effort to Help Veterans Texas leaders are committing more than $1 million in state support for an innovative pilot program that will address Texas veterans’ mental health needs.

The new project, the Texas Veterans Initiative, will allow the state’s $1 million investment to match local and private funds to expand and evaluate communitybased mental health programs serving veterans and their families. If the pilot phase generates widespread interest from communities around the state, the Legislature could act in 2015 to expand it. The project will be funded by the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.

The decision to support the program with public dollars was made by Governor Rick Perry, Lieutenant Governor David Dewhurst and House Speaker Joe Straus.

“This unique public-private partnership represents an opportunity for the State of Texas, private donors and local communities to work together to create enduring solutions for addressing mental health needs for Texas veterans and their families,” Governor Perry said.

“Each of the parties involved will share responsibility and accountability in helping improve the lives of Texas veterans who have already given so much to our nation.”

Funding will focus on regional collaborations that address severe mental health needs that are not currently met, as prioritized by each community.

“As a U.S. Air Force veteran myself, and a longtime advocate for honoring our commitments to our veterans, I support this effort to enhance the innovative approaches that local medical providers across Texas are developing to better serve our veteran communities,” added Lieutenant Governor David Dewhurst. “This new partnership is the next transformative step in our efforts to ensure our veterans receive the quality of medical care they were promised and earned with their faithful service and sacrifices.”

Speaker Straus added, “This project brings communities together to provide better outcomes for Texans who served our country in uniform. It’s a smart, effective way to address an issue that affects veterans across this state. This pilot program is a very good starting point as we head into the legislative session.”

Projects funded by the Texas Veterans Initiative will be selected through a competitive statewide request for proposal process, administered through a memorandum of understanding between the Texas Health and Human Services Commission and the non-profit Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute. Applications will be developed by community organizations and funding partners, and thoroughly reviewed by a panel of Texas veterans, state and community leaders, and mental health experts.

The objective will be to award state funding to programs throughout Texas, with decisions made on successful applicants for the pilot phase no later than March 1, 2015. One goal of the pilot phase is to generate a backlog of promising programs that demonstrates both the interest and the types of programs that would be considered in subsequent phases of the Texas Veterans Initiative. Using private funding, the Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute will evaluate the outcomes of projects funded by the initiative and provide technical support and operational oversight to the program.

“The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs currently offers a variety of mental health programs but there are still many gaps and geographic barriers,” said Dr. Kyle Janek, Executive Commissioner for Texas Health and Human Services. “The Texas Veterans Initiative will create an opportunity for Texas communities to come together to fill those gaps and improve the delivery of mental health services to veterans and their families for years to come.”

“The Texas Veterans Initiative is designed to efficiently use state and local resources by identifying and filling gaps in services communities currently provide to veterans,” said Tom Luce, CEO of the Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute. “It is our goal to identify and evaluate promising practices in veterans’ mental health, and scale programs that work across the state.”

For more information about the Texas Veterans Initiative, and to respond to the request for proposals, please visit http://www.texasstateofmind.org/texasveteransinitiative

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Currently a successful nightly rental. CLOSE to river. $129,500 Property 071: 4/3 in Mtn. Valley--Concan. “Southern Comfort” Sleeps 16 @ $425/nt. Nice firepit and attached 1C garage. $319,000 REDUCED NEWProperty 072: Darling Spanish style on Getty St. in Uvalde. 2/2 + TWO guest houses! Great rental income $198,000 NEWProperty 073: 616 E Mesquite, Uvalde. Neat 2/2 home about to undergo a remodel. Buy now and choose your colors!!! $150,000 Property 075: 3/2 on 5.3 acres in Deer Creek. Gorgeous oak trees; fenced lot, newer home. MUST SEE! $275,000 Property 080: Home& guest home on 28 acres in Leakey!

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

Owner is LREA $750,000 Property 084: 2BD/2BA home on 1⁄2 acre on Garner Field Rd. across from SWTJC. Excellent location. Well kept home. $239,900 Property 085: 179 Roy Chisum Rd. 4BR/3BA on .82 acs. w/ gorgeous & private river access! No restr. Potential for income! $385,000 LOTS Property 001 : 9.3 ac. Views, underground utilities and sensible restrictions. Borders a large ranch. Owner/Broker. $129,900 MAKE OFFER! Property 011: Very nice 1.2 ac. lot ready for your RV in Frio River Place. Central water & elec. in place. River Access. $84,500 REDUCED Property 017: Frio River Frontage!!! 2+ ac. lot w/156’ of river. City water, meter loop and septic all in place. Must see! $189,900 REDUCED Property 019: 2 ac. lot in Saddle Mtn. No HOA, mobiles ok! Has water meter, elec. at property. Lots of oaks. $49,000 Property 021: 3 view lots in Canyon Oaks—Concan, TX! 1+ ac. each. Water & elec. available, nightly rentals OK. $39,000 Per Lot Property 024: Frio River Place lot. Nearly THREE acres!

Water & elec. available. Nice river access. RV usage ok. $109,000 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 032: Lot 68 in Concan Country Club is on golf course. 1⁄2 acre w/nice trees, all utilities, hole #2. Super nice! $75,000 Property 033: 5.16 ac. lot near town. City water & elec.

Gorgeous views, paved roads, security gate. $84,900 Property 036: 8.65 acs. In Shady Oaks. Private yet minutes from town. Lots of big oaks. Electricity available. $69,000 Property 042: Estate size lot in The Ranch. Huge Oak & pecan trees, ag. Exempt, underground elec. Frio access.

NICE! $181,000 Property 043: 8+ acs. w/gorgeous oaks and great bldg. sites. Electricity available. AG EXEMPT taxes!! Shady Oaks Subdv. $77,045 Property 044: 3.2 ac. lot w/gated entrance, paved roads, underground electricity and city water. Nice oaks & no cedar! $64,500 TERMS. Property 045-046 : Canyon Oaks/Concan lots. River access, elec./ water available. 1ac. $42,500 per lot Property 047: 1+/- ac. lot Mountain Valley in Concan.

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

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

Decades old hand-crafted stone staircase to river.

Heartstone Subdv. $319,000 Property 055: Two adjacent lots in Emerald Oaks Subdivision. Each lot is 1/2 acre. Very nice area. $22,500 EACH Property 059: Lot #260 in Twin Forks. Very close to Cathedral Park and the beautiful Frio River! Water & Elec. available. $25,000 Property 060: The Ranch Subdivision in Concan. Ag. Exempt residential lot 6+ ACS.w/Frio Access. $133,140 PENDING Property 063:Heartstone Subdivision in Concan! .88 ac. river access lot w/all underground utilities, paved roads, gated entry. $109,000 NEWProperty 064: Beautiful trees abound on this 7.51 ac. lot in The Ranch! Ag. Exempt taxes and river access. $165,000 PENDING Property 066-068: 3 adjacent tracts in Deer Creek Estates—Rio Frio, TX. Beautiful homesites with views!

9-12 acs. $9,000 PER AC Property 074: 5.02 ac. lot in The Ranch in Concan.

Ag. Exempt for tax purposes. Beautiful river access.

Wonderful homesite! $108.000 Property 077: Seven 1 acre lots in Tierra Linda in Concan!

Beautiful, flat, easy to build. Close to golf & House Pasture. $79,000 each Property 078: 5+ ac. River Front lot in Rancho Real north of Leakey. West Frio frontage, no utilities. $89,000 Property 081-83: 1-9 ac. lots in Concan. You have to see these lots. All utilities and VIEWS for miles. $39,500-$49,500--$55,500 ACREAGE Property 008: Rancho Real hunting tract. 25.61 acres, about 100 yds. from elec! Views, not too hard to access. $60,183 NEWProperty 016: All useable land on this 10.43 ac. tract between Sabinal and Utopia. Good horse property.

Hunting OK. $57,365 Property 025 : RR336 north of Leakey. 17+ acs. West prong of the Frio River on eastern boundary $222,000 Property 029 : 260 acs. +/- WILL DIVIDE Hwy. 337W frontage. Call Martin for all the details! $4250 per acre Property 030: Five (5) Spring Country hunting tracts totaling 68 acres. Will possibly divide. $153,000 Property 034: 21.62 ac. of rough, rugged country! Great for hunting. 4x4 needed to access. Gorgeous views. $54,050 Property 035: 35 acs. of great hunting in Spring Country Ranch. Access to spring fed pool. 4x4 needed. No utilities. $104,940 Property 049: 12.78 acs. in Leakey Hills. Hunting or recreational. Easy access. Great price! $39,000 PENDING Property 058: 39 ac. in Rancho Real. Big views and great hunting. 4x4 is a MUST to access this property. $79,960 Property 076: 25+ AC @Reagan Wells. Elec available.

Gorgeous creek and swimming hole. No restrictions. Hwy. frontage. $282,238 Property 079: 39.66 acs. well set up for hunting.

Wonderful cabin w/all the comforts of home + stunning views. Spring Country. $150,000 COMMERCIAL Property 3-6: 1+ ac. Commercial lots Concan. Frontage on US HWY 83. All utilities available. $139,000-$149,000 NEWProperty 012: 89 Roy Chisum Rd. 13.9 acs. Sunrise Ridge. Spacious main home, 5 rental units, 600’ Frio River frontage! $779,000 Property 020: RIVER RAGS ‘N RHINESTONES. Hwy 83 includes SIX acres of commercial land! All FFE & $240k in inventory. $640,000 Property 031: Riverfront home in the Frio Pecan Farm! In rental pool. Lots of amenities. $269,000 Property 37, 38 & 69: 2BD/2BA log cabins in Frio Pecan Farm. Lowest price! Income producing $155,000 TO 159,000 each Property 056: LEAKEY BEVERAGE BARN. Turn key opportunity for established business! Land & FFE included! Great price $350,000 Property 057: BURK FEED & WESTERN WEAR! Turnkey business opportunity on Hwy. 83. Possible owner financing. $485,000

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JAIL REGISTER

Real County Sheriff’s Office Weekly Dispatch Report November 2 - November 8, 2014

November 1- November 8, 2014 ADCOCK,BRADLEY DWAINE, 40 W/M, RIESEL, TEXAS, A/O CARR, DWI BAC >=0.15, $4,000 SURETY

11/3/2014 @ • 818 responded to Walter White Ranch Road in Leakey for a report of trespassing 11/4/2014 @ • 644 responded to US Highway 83 in Leakey for a report of a reckless driver • 713 responded to US Highway 83 north of Leakey for loose cattle

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

830-968-1311 832-867-8195

SIGNS & MORE

The Hill Country Herald staff will be taking the Thanksgiving and Christmas weeks off. We will not have a paper on November 26th or December 24th. We appreciate your patronage as advertisers and as readers! May you all have a Blessed Holiday Season.

830-232-5096 The Huajilla Unit of TRTA will hold its monthly meeting and luncheon on November 17, 2014, beginning at 10 AM at the Devine United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall. The Border Patrol will have a short program and the Wesley Nurse will be available for BP and Cholesterol screening. The meal will be catered by Rocky’s Grill, so please indicate your attendance to your contact person for a meal count.

(AUSTIN) — On this Veterans Day, Texas Comptroller Susan Combs is saluting the more than 1.7 million men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces and make their home in Texas.

“We are proud these veterans call Texas home and will continue to provide support and opportunities to these men and women who have served our nation throughout the years,” Combs said. “Veterans in Texas provide ongoing service to their local communities and represent a significant contribution to the Texas economy. This is significant in addition to the nearly $150 billion economic impact provided by military installations across the state.”

There are more than 880,000 veterans employed in Texas, according to the Census Bureau. These veterans work in

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Notice to Nueces Canyon CISD Property Tax Payers Nueces Canyon CISD has consolidated the assessment and collection of property taxes under one agency, the Real County Appraisal District. NCCISD no longer employs a separate tax collector.

The Real County Appraisal District will collect the taxes owed to NCCISD. Tax statements will be generated from the Real County Appraisal District and sent to tax payers and will include taxes owed to NCCISD. Property taxes may still be paid locally in the administrative building at NCCISD in Barksdale, TX. Any issues relating to appraisals or property need to be addressed to Kelly Schultz, the Real County Chief Appraiser – Tax Assessor/Collector.

Comptroller Susan Combs Salutes Texas Veterans and Their Economic Impact

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many different employment sectors from construction and national security to schools and hospitals.

Approximately 59 percent of veteran labor force participants in Texas were employees of private, for-profit companies in 2011.

Approximately 25 percent were federal, state or local government employees, and 10 percent were self-employed.

Here are a few more ways veterans are affecting the Texas economy: • Nearly 200,000 businesses in the state are owned by veterans, with sales totaling more than $95 billion, according to a Census Bureau survey of business owners.

• The estimated median income of veterans in Texas in 2013 was $38,869 — more than $12,700

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“For October 2014 Sabinal EMS responded to a total of 18 dispatches where 25 response forms were issued.

11 received treatment but were not transported, 5 transported to Uvalde Memorial Hospital, 5 transported to Medina Regional Hospital, 1 transported by Alamo Area Ambulance for higher level of care, and

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: Jesse Chavez Office: 830-597-2265 Fax: 830-597-5365 email:cityhall@swtexas.net Aldermen: Curtis Wilson • Domingo Tobar • Sammie Ives •Darlene Bullard • Josh Cox Volunteer Fire Dept:830-597-6100 Camp Wood Library: 830-597-3208 Nueces Canyon EMS: 830-597-4200 City of Sabinal Mayor: Louis Landeros Secretary: Betty Jo Harris Office: 830-988-2218 Councilmembers: Nancy Alvarado, Chuck Van Pelt, Jeanette Keilman, Linda Musquiz, Eloisa Munoz and Mike Nuckles Sabinal Library 830-988-2911 Sabinal Municipal Judge: Anita Herndon 830-988-2630 Real County County Judge, Garry Merritt 830-232-5304 Real County Attorney, Bobby Jack Rushing 830-232-6461 County/District Clerk, Bella Rubio 830-232-5202 Justice of the Peace Dianne Rogers: 830-232-6630 Justice of the Peace 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

higher than the median income of the total working population in Texas ($26,161).

• According to USAA, Houston, Dallas and Austin are among the top 10 cities in the nation for veterans to find military skill related jobs.

The counties with the largest numbers of veterans in 2013 were Harris, Bexar, Tarrant, Dallas, Collin, Travis, El Paso, Bell, Denton and Montgomery. Over half (51 percent) of the state’s veteran population resided in these 10 counties.

For more information on veterans, the significant impact of the military and the Texas economy, go to the Comptroller website, http://www.thetexaseconomy.org/ military.

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The State granted variance was used 1 time out of the 18 calls, and 8 days were covered using the variance.

Sabinal EMS, Inc. is currently operating under a variance granted

by Texas Department of State Health Services. The law requires two certified personnel on the ambulance at all times. The variance allows Sabinal EMS, Inc. to operate out of compliance by allowing one non-certified driver and one certified technician.”

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The Leakey Eagle varsity and junior varsity basketball teams will be showing they have what it takes to dunk, travel, lay-up, and serve anything but a basketball.

On Saturday, November 22nd, 2014, these Leakey High School athletes will be hosting a fundraiser at Mill Creek Café from 11 am to closing. Players will be working for tips, but not tips about the game. Barbee

by Leakey ISD Yearbook Staff

Reagor has graciously agreed to allow student-athletes to take over Mill Creek for the day. They will be serving customers for monetary tips to help with the 2014-15 basketball season. The tips received will be deposited directly into their basketball activity account to pay for athletes meals on the road, basketball equipment, and other expenses that occur over the course of a

season.

In what should prove to be a very entertaining day, the Leakey Athletic Department, athletes, and parents would appreciate community support in joining these hard-working athletes for Tip-ABasketball-Player and help these kids raise money for a worthwhile cause.

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On Saturday, November 8th, 2014, Leakey Pioneers student leaders, along with eighty other Pioneers from around the Texas Hill Country, Pioneer Clair Glass attended the Capital Farm Credit Rural Youth Entrepreneurship Competition at University of Texas at San Antonio.

The Leakey Pioneers, Hayley Bates, Clairisa Glass, Ethan Wynn, and Rylan Springer competed individually and were allowed seven minutes to present written

and verbal proposals of their agriculturalbased business plans for their communities.

Each individual’s plan included and was judged upon an analysis of the importance of agriculture in their community and how their business plan is feasible for their region, an executive summary, company description, market research, product/ service line, marketing and sales approach, financial projections, presentation, and overall business concept.

Real County Judge Garry Merritt, codeveloper and founder of Pioneers, was extremely proud of each of the student leaders from the Hill Country for the hard work and determination it took to create this type of project and present to a mixed panel of entrepreneurs, community leaders, lawyers, small business owners, etc.

“This was a very beneficial experience, because we learned about leadership and entrepreneurial skills to help us prepare for the future, because we are the future,” says

by Leakey ISD Yearbook Staff

Senior Hayley Bates of her experience at UTSA. Each offering viable proposals, Leakey Pioneers proved themselves as student and future community leaders. Senior Clairisa Glass was chosen as one of ten finalists to present her plan on February 16th at the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo for a 2 in 10 chance at a $10,000 scholarship. “Clair has a lot work to do before February to get ready for this competition. The Leakey Pioneers are extremely supportive of each other, and Clair has a great group ready to assist her in any way possible,” states the Leakey Pioneer facilitator.

Pioneers will now begin preparation to present a rural economic development plan to the Texas Department of Agriculture, a water infrastructure plan to the Texas Water Development Board, and a leadership development plan to the Texas Education Agency on January 21st and 22nd, 2015 at the Capitol in Austin, Texas.

PTO Fall Festival and Leakey ISD Talent Show

by Sofia Rodriguez Leakey ISD Yearbook Staff

The annual Leakey PTO Fall Festival and Leakeys Got Talent Show were held this weekend on the campus at Leakey ISD. Normally held under the covered play-area, the festival venue was changed due to construction for the new Leakey ISD buildings.

There were many booths enjoyed and festivities happening all evening at Eagle Stadium. The Kindergarten train-ride was a favorite for the younger kids. Huge smiles on the children’s faces were evident, as the volunteer parent conductors made their way around the field. The freshmen cake-walk was a best-of show for young and old, as parents and students announced winners throughout the evening. 8th graders hosted a raffle for a Yeti Cooler, and the junior/senior concession sold everything but a bottle of water by the night’s end.

Two all-time favorites of the evening were the sophomore jail and the 5th grade dunking booth. The prisoner population stayed at an all-time high throughout the night and James Diaz, a class jailer said, “It was rough this year! I got scratched and bit while trying to catch some of those little kids to put them in jail!” Nothing but laughter and loud cheers were heard from the area of the dunking booth as student and teachers were falling into the water. Kids and adults had the opportunity to dump coaches like Matt Meador and Mike Springer. As the temperature dropped, this job became a little uncomfortable for those secondary students and staff willing to participate.

The fun did not end with the Fall Festival, as Leakey’s Got Talent show entertained the masses in the gym after the festival ended.

The show was a huge hit and showcased many of Leakey’s most talented students.

Students participating in the show were: Individual and Group Singers - Taylor Dabbs, Marissa Middleton, Ella Morshead. Victoria Spaniel, Jolee Cave, and Maggie Phillips; Drummer Taylor Dabbs in the talent show, – David Hocker; Actors and

Comedians – Daisy Fick (aka Vicky the Clown), Liberty Davis, and Austin Hager; Lip-syncers and Dancers – Truly, Carlye, Justice, Anna, Ella, and Phoebe.

At the end of the show performance awards were handed out to: Phoebe – Best in Show; Anna, Ella, Truly, and Justice – Best Dance; Daisy – Most Original; Taylor, Marissa, and Maggie – Best Ensemble; Liberty – Best Acting; Taylor – Best Vocal; David – Best Solo.

Presented by Leakey ISD’s theatre class, the show was well put together and enjoyed by family and friends

Season Ends for the Eagles On Friday evening the Leakey Eagles soared to Charlotte for a battle against the Trojans. This hard-fought skirmish ended with a 46-14 loss for the Eagles.

Senior Dimitri Perez scored one of the two touchdowns for the Eagles, with Junior Dee Bort scoring the other and the extra-point conversion.

At halftime, the score was 8-8, and the Eagles kept fighting through to the finish.

Pictured: left Marco Carrizales arresting Anna Jones Pictured below: Matt Meador in the dunking booth.

by Quinten Pigg Leakey ISD Yearbook Staff

Keeping the score close until the end of the 3rd quarter, Leakey lost their footing and Charlotte began to pull ahead. The Trojans scored 38 points in the 2nd half of the game, leaving the Eagles with their final loss for the season.

A win for the Leakey Eagles would not have made a difference for this football team, as hopes for the play-offs would have still been out of reach.

For seniors Carson Arthur, Tristan Garay, Juan Carlos Martinez, Dimitri Perez, Curtis Rasco, Lorenzo Rodriguez, Tristan Troch, and Robert Woodruff it was a bitter night.

Through blood, sweat, and tears, they ended their final game of high school football with a loss. These young men will be missed by their teammates for their accomplishments on the field, their comradery, and the leadership they instilled through the season.

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NCJH Football vs. D’Hanis The Nueces Canyon Jr High Panthers finished off the season with another impressive victory on the road in D’Hanis Thursday night, defeating the Cowboys 42-22. The young Panthers struck early and often as they scored touchdowns on the first 3 offensive plays of the game. Victor Contreras was under center on the game’s first play and he tossed to Zavey Acosta who rolled right and hit Roy Schexnider for a 65-yard touchdown pass on the game’s first play. The 2-point conversion by Acosta was good and the Panthers lead 8-0. The defense, led by Victor Contreras, Winston Walker, Lee Harrington, Kyle Floyd, and Gentry Bingham, stopped the Cowboys and forced a punt. The next play Zavey Acosta rolled right and found running room, as he got good blocking from Moses Falcon, and then sprinted 50 yards for a touchdown on the 2nd offensive play of the night. The conversion failed and it was 14-0. The defense stepped up big again as Chris Bejarano and Roy Schexnider made big plays to force another cowboy punt.

On the 3rd offensive play of the game for the Panthers, Winston

By AD Coach Cody Ross

Walker came in motion taking a hand off and sprinted 82 yards for another Panther touchdown. Acosta ran in the conversion to give the Panthers a 22-0 lead after 1 quarter. D’Hanis found the end zone in the second quarter but so did the Panthers a Roy Schexnider plunged in from 1 yard out to give the Panthers a 28-8 halftime lead. In the 3rd quarter, Acosta once again found running room behind the blocking of Mason Hicks, Gentry Bingham, Kyle Floyd, Eli Ludlow, and Chris Bejarano, as he ran 42 yards for the score. Walker added the 2 point conversion to give the Panthers a 36-14 lead. In the final minute of the game, Jordan Short getting his first carry of the year broke tackles behind Diego Aguilar good blocking, and ran 42 yards for the final score of the game. The Panthers finish the season with a 5-2 record and 3-1 in district play. Special thanks to the fans for your support of these young Panthers. Appreciation also goes out to the Mom’s for providing sandwiches for game days! Go Blue!

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NCHS Girls Cross Country Regional Meet On Saturday, November 1st, the NCHS girls cross country team traveled to Humble for the Regional Meet. The team ranked 6th at the meet, however, only the top 4 teams progress on.

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Nueces Canyon Board of Education Meeting October 20th , 2014

Members of the Nueces Canyon C.I.S.D. Board of Education met in regular session on October 20th, 2014. Danny Irwin, Board President, presided at the meeting. The board meeting was called to order at 6:31 pm.

Tena Taylor gave the invocation.

Principal Luci Harmon reported Elementary enrollment of 161 and Junior High and High School enrollment of 131.

• Teachers are using the Teks Resource System for planning and to ensure correct level of instruction.

• The band marched at the Regional Contest in Hondo on Saturday, October 18th and received a Division 1 rating.

• The junior class took the PSAT test on October 15th.

• We have been holding regular curriculum meetings for vertical alignment, collaboration and for getting more familiar with the TRS system.

• 100% of NCHS Seniors have completed a college admissions application.

Luci Harmon also presented the Food Services Report: • Things are running smoothly in the cafeteria. We are feeding about150 students for breakfast and about 225 for lunch each day.

• A la carte is going well with packaged items available on both campuses. · Region 15 Nutrition Specialists have visited the NCCISD cafeteria. They have been to our cafeteria twice (once completely unannounced) to review our food, our production records, our cafeteria, our breakfast and lunch routines, our menus, and our food preparation procedures. All three Nutrition Specialists gave the NCCISD Food Service Department glowing reports on all visits.

Athletic Director Cody Ross reported: · The Cross Country athletes are working hard and continuing to improve their skills as runners. We are excited to host the district cross country meet Wednesday October 22nd. · Coach Sweeten and Coach Anene are looking forward to a great basketball season from both our girls and boys teams! · Jr High Football Panthers are 3-1 on the season. These guys work extremely hard and are an excited group of young men. · The varsity football team is showing up each day and putting in the work and I’m confident that we can improve. Thank all of you for your continued support. GO BLUE! Mrs. Powers commented that the board continues to support Mr. Ross and the entire coaching staff as they continue the hard work required to turn around a struggling program.

In the Maintenance & Transportation Reports to the School Board Stephen Smith reported that one bus was down temporarily, termites were being addressed at the elementary campus and AC

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issues were ongoing.

Kristi Powers gave the Tax Collections Report to the School Board.

In the consent agenda the board: · The board approved the minutes of the previous meeting. · The board voted to accept and pay bills as presented. · The board accepted the Budget/Finance report as presented.

Several action items were considered by the School Board: · The board voted to allow the Barksdale Public Library members to pursue a historical marker for the little red building. · The board voted to approve the Needs Assessment Summary and Improvement Plan for NC Elementary. · The board voted to approve the Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST) report. · The 2013-2014 FIRST Rating is based on data from 2012-2013 · Rating: Above Standard Achievement · NCCISD Rating: 60 · The board voted to Consolidate the Assessment and Collection of property taxes under the Real County Appraisal District.

Under Informational Items: · 2014 NCCISD Accountability Ratings-District & Campus o Junior High & High School Campus – Met Standard o Elementary Campus – Improvement Required. · Cluster 5 update on ongoing budget negotiations.

The Meeting was adjourned at 7:27pm. In attendance at the meeting were NC School Board members; Danny Irwin, Paul Frizzell, Noreda Sifuentes, Charles E. Hunger, Ignacio Sanchez, and Marcus Harrington. Nueces Canyon Superintendent of Schools, Kristi Powers, as well as Principal, Luci Harmon, and Athletic Director Cody Ross attended the meeting. Attending and reporting on Maintenance and Transportation was Stephen Smith. Also present were; Billye Smith, Amy Harrington, Alisa Threadgill, Kelly Shultz, Reanna Pena, Kaity Johnson, Dalton Pannell and Tena Taylor. Board Member Denise Rogers was not in attendance.

The next board meeting was set for November 17th at 6:30pm. The Nueces Canyon Board of Education normally meets at the Administration Building in Barksdale, on the third Monday of each month at 6: 30pm. Please call the District Business Office at 830-234-3514 or consult the school calendar at www.nccisd.net to verify meeting dates and times.

NCHS Varsity Football vs. D’Hanis

By AD Coach Cody Ross

November 7th, Friday night here in the Nueces Canyon the Panthers played host to the D’Hanis Cowboys in the final game of the year. The Panthers were defeated by a score of 46-12. It was senior night for Bailey Gober, Nathan Carleton, Ben Carabajal, Cres Falcon, Jose Gonzales, and Will Evans. Gober finished the night throwing 2 touchdown passes, one to Nathan

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Carleton to run his total to 9 for the year and the other to Ben Carabajal for his first of the season. Thanks to all the fans and community for your support this season. Go Blue!

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Veterans Honored at Leakey ISD The Leakey Chapter of the National Honor Society and Karen McGuff, chapter sponsor, hosted the annual Veterans Day Program on Tuesday, November 11, 2014.

The celebration began with a gathering of the veterans in the library for coffee, punch, and sweets baked by the members of the National Honor Society. Veterans, students, family, and friends then gathered in the gym to honor and celebrate those who volunteered service to the armed forces of the United States of America.

Following the presentation of the colors, Hayley Bates opened the celebration by leading the audience in the Pledge of

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Allegiance and the invocation. The Leakey ISD Marching Band played the national anthem, followed by a welcome to all veterans by Clairisa Glass.

The entertainment for the morning program began with Leakey elementary students giving a precious vocal performance and choir members, Taylor Dabbs, Marissa Middleton, and Maggie Phillips singing the Military Anthems. Both groups and the marching band were led by Leakey ISD musical maestro, Rick Austin.

Jacy Gray and Lorenzo Rodriguez then began roll call of the veterans in attendance with the name and the branch of the armed

forces for which they served.

Hailey Hart proudly introduced Henry Jones, the guest speaker for the program and father of Leakey ISD Librarian Shari Korioth. Jones presented an eloquent speech and received a standing ovation by the crowd.

Respect for the veterans was almost tangible, as LC Medina played a somber rendition of “Taps” to end the program.

The deafening silence was broken as Carson Arthur thanked everyone for their attendance and for their service to keep America free.

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Here in Barksdale, the USGS gauge registered approximately 2.42 The 4th Annual Barksdale Community Thanksgiving Covered Dish inches of nice soaking rain. On Saturday, I had opportunity or I Social will be held this year at the Mary B Powers Hall in Barksdale should say need to dig a fairly good size hole in the pasture. For the on Thanksgiving Day, November 27th, 2014. Lunch will be served at first time in a long time there was still soil moisture down to almost around 1:00 PM. This event is open to area wide residents along with 2 feet. Well it may have been deeper but that is as deep as I went. If friends and those simply passing thru. Turkey and Dressing along there was anything negative about the rain, it would have to be that with Ham will be furnished so if you plan to attend you are asked to it was had a further negative impact on county roads already in need bring along a covered dish to share. For more information about this of repair. Right now the Road Crew is in Precinct 2. While I am not Community Event, contact Judy Koehne at (830) 234-3240 or (830) sure how long they will be able to stay, I am hopeful that the worse 279-27669 or call me on my cell at (210) 912-8481. sections of County Roads 310, 350, 380, 390 and others will see This week’s quotes comes from “ Andy Rooney” who said, “I’ve repairs. learned.... That we should be glad God doesn’t give us everything If you are like me, then you are glad that the elections are over we ask for.” and “I’ve learned.... That to ignore the facts does not and we are no longer bombarded with all of the 30 second sound change the facts.” bites filled with half truths and negative innuendos. Honestly, my As always, if you have comments on this article or other County remote was continually busy attempting to avoid the ads. As with all related issues, feel free to contact me either on my cell (210) 912elections, there are those that are happy with the results and of course 8481 or via email at burrogone@yahoo.com You can also follow the those that are not. However, now it time to put aside differences and County on Face Book and on the web at www.co.edwards.tx.us to come together as communities and as a nation. It is time move forward, time to seek common ground, and time to remember that the objective is to do what is in the best interest for future generations who will inherit what we leave behind. While our system is not perfect, I believe it is still the best in the world today. Each and every candidate who ran should be congratulated for taking part in the process, for be willing to put his/her beliefs and ideas in front of the public; and for wanting to be involved in his/her community.

Last Thursday night (November 6th), the Edwards Central Thursday, November 20th, 2014 Appraisal District Board of Directors held a special called 10:45 AM – 12:45 PM. meeting to appoint an Interim Chief Appraiser for the District. After some discussion the Board voted to appoint Ms. Nelia McNeal, RPA as Interim Chief Appraiser for a period of no more than 90 days. Prior to this appointment Ms The Leakey Community is invited to Leakey ISD’s Annual Thanksgiving Luncheon.

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Adults $5.00 The Edwards County Commissioners’ Court met today Monday, November 10th and there were a couple of items of Children $3.00 (those not enrolled in school) interest on the agenda. The Court approved engineering and administrative contracts related to the County’s recent grant application the Barksdale Water Corporation new well. This project is on a fast track and it appears that the funding will be approved in just a few days. The Court also approved an increase from $9:00 to $10.50 per hour for the starting wage for Road Department personnel. It is hoped that this increase

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Utopia Varsity Girls Cross Country team

by Lane Riggs

The Varsity Girls Cross Country team traveled to the State meet in Round Rock on November 8. The team consists of seniors Krista McDonald, Andrea Ruiz, Cecelia Schaefer, sophomores Kristen Cox, Dakota Beggs, Kaleigh Keeney, and freshman Jayda Martinez.

The girls had competed at District in Nueces Canyon and won the title of District Champs, then they had traveled to compete at the Regionals meet in Houston on November 1, where they placed fourth. The girls team had placed fourth due to a recent change in UIL

rules, which concluded that not only could the top three teams at Regionals advance, but the fourth team could as well. However, the top three teams got medals while the fourth team did not.

At the State meet, the girls ran in the 1A division; girls in this division run two miles. Martinez came in first for Utopia at the 68th position with a time of 14: 21. She was followed by Schaefer in the 94th spot with a time of 14:51. Beggs finished with the placing of 113th and the time of 15:20. McDonald crossed the finish line in the 120th spot with a time of 15:31. Kenney finished in the spot of 128th spot with a running time of 15:49:13. Ruiz finished 130th with a time of 15:49:31. Cox was the last

Utopia girl to cross the finish line with the spot of 140th and the time of 16:44.

While Ruiz, Schaefer, and McDonald are graduating this year and will not run next year, the sophomore and freshman girls show a lot of promise for their high school career.

The girls might not have placed at State, but the work they had put in to get to State was amazing all its own.

Students can strive towards State their whole high school career and still not be able to travel to Round Rock - so the girls have a lot to congratulate themselves on. Utopia has the 16th best Cross Country team in the State of Texas, a state that has more than 8,000 public schools.

Wednesday, November 12, 2014

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Somewhere in the West

Cow Town

B y Linda Kirkpatrick

A few weeks ago I traveled north, destination the Fort Worth Stockyards. The Red Steagall Cowboy Gathering and Will Rogers Medallion Awards drew me there. Those two events were awesome but the history of Fort Worth grabbed me from the start.

They city has done a great job of preserving what got them where they are today. For a trip back in time, this is the place to go. I was intrigued with the preservation of the original buildings and the story of stockyards. ` Fort Worth got its beginnings in 1849 when Major Ripley Arnold founded it as one of the army posts established to protect the settlers from Indian attacks. It grew from an army post into a frontier settlement. Fort Worth has seen soldiers, settlers, outlaws and cattlemen stroll her streets and today the many tourists walk those same steps down Exchange Avenue to experience the way it was. The cattlemen probably made the biggest impact on this area of the Texas frontier. The old Chisholm Trail ran right smack dab through the middle of the Stockyard area.

You might say that the Texas Longhorns made Fort Worth along with the help of a lot of other people. Even those of us in this area of Texas, the Hill Country, played a part in the development of Fort Worth. The longhorns heavily populated the ranges of Texas. J. Frank Dobie wrote, “…contend that both the horns and bodies of the Texas cattle were derived from importations for the States out of Longhorn Herefords of England.” These Longhorn Herefords crossed with the Spanish cattle that ran wild in Texas.

By the end of the Civil War, the Longhorn was free for the taking in Texas.

The trail herd days only lasted about twenty years but during that time approximately twenty five thousand to thirty five thousand men, six to ten million head of cattle and a million head of horses participated in the trail drives. The cowboys preserved these stories in books, movies and tall tales. Larry McMurty wrote in his book “In a Narrow Grave” that “Cowboys are romantics, extreme romantics, and ninety-nine out of a hundred of them are sentimental to the core. They are oriented to the past and face the present only under duress and then with extreme reluctance.”

Thanks goodness they wrote, recorded and told their stories, preserving their time forever.

Many think that the cattle appeared, were driven north and money exchanged, but there is a bit in-between. After the Texas rancher caught and branded his small herd, he then turned them over to a trail boss who added his trail brand to this particular herd and then put them with the other small bunches until the herd reached about 2,500 to 3,000 head. The trail boss then hired about ten to fifteen cowboys, a cook and a wrangler. With provisions on hand and about 150 head of horses, they headed north. This mangy longhorn, worth little in Texas, would bring about $50 a head in the northern stockyards.

The trail was long and hard from beginning to end. The cattle would slowly graze and water their way north making ten to thirteen miles per day. They generally bedded the herd for nights near a watering hole. The final destination was usually Abilene,

change. By the 1870s, Fort Worth had quite a collection of businesses. This growing community at one time supported thirtyseven saloons, seventeen blacksmiths, twenty-four wagon yards, six hide dealers, seven barbers, numerous gaming halls and an abundance of brothels with all of them more than ready to collect the money from the cowboys.

The arrival of the railroad in 1876 lead to the construction of the Union Stockyards and by 1889 it was all in full swing. Greenleif Simpson purchased the Stock Yards in 1893 for $133,333.33.

Simpson’s neighbor in Boston, Louville V. Niles a meatpacker, joined in on the venture. Eventually the single railway became five. The meatpacking industry grew as well with companies such as Armor and Swift taking up residence.

The first thing that one will notice upon arriving at the Stockyards is the streets. They are still paved with the bricks from long ago.

The bricks even paved the cattle pen areas. They paved the pens for sanitary reasons and to assure that clean healthy cattle went to the slaughterhouses. It took more than ten million bricks to pave the pens alone.

The original cattle pens at the stockyards spanned eighty acres.

Today the seven acres of pens are the home of the Fort Worth Herd. Many places have actors who portray days of old and the Fort Worth Stockyards is no exception but they go one-step further. Not only do they have six full time cowboys who mimic the cowboys of the trail herd days, but they have sixteen Texas Longhorns who grace Exchange Avenue each day. These reenactment cowboys drive the herd down the brick laid road to the pens, just like in the days of old. Today it is for the amusement of the tourist visiting the Stockyard area.

The horse and mule barns still stand. The original wood barns burned in 1912. The new barns, now made of brick could hold up to 3,000 horses and mules.

Mule Alley runs between the two barns. During World War I this area became the busiest trading center for the sale of horses and mules. In 1917, over 115,000 animals were sold from the Stockyards Mule Alley.

The hog and sheep barns, at the east end of Exchange Avenue, are now an array of small shops arranged around remaining pens.

The Livestock Exchange building was the hub of the Stockyards in the early 1900s. The final sales of the herds were negotiated here. This building also housed a bank, post office, railroad offices and telegraph offices. The cowboys, ranchers, and cattle buyers met to conduct their business.

In 1902, meatpacking companies set up at the Stockyards. The Armour and Company building is mostly gone now but Swift and Company Headquarters is still standing. The town of Fort Worth tripled in size because of the employment of thousands of workers at these two companies.

The cattlemen and buyers needed a place to stay while there.

In 1907, the Stockyards Club provided a comfortable bed. In operation today as the Stockyards Hotel, it is the place to stay.

The most popular places were the wild and wooly saloons. The saloons were originally men-only establishments where men would meet to drink and gamble. However, the dance halls and bordellos were the curses of the west.

Joining the Stockyards Hotel is Booger Red’s Saloon. The bar and mirrors in this saloon just add to the ambiance of this old time gathering spot.

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Tax and Accounting Assistance Kansas. Here the trail boss would sell the herd, pay the cowboys, return to Texas to pay the ranchers and then possibly do it all over again. At Fort Worth the trail boss restocked his supplies and such for the last push north. Stories tell that more than four million head of longhorns passed through Fort Worth during the twenty years or so span of the trail herding days. Thus, Fort Worth acquired the name of Cowtown.

The first herd of cows arrived in 1866. The herd left there headed to Abilene, Kansas and the slaughterhouses there. Fort Worth was the last time that the cowboys would see civilization for several months. At the beginning of the trail herd days, Fort Worth was just a few streets and one-story buildings but this would soon

in the Stockyards area. The White Elephant Saloon opened its doors in 1884 and the doors are open today. Through time it has been one of the most popular and despite the gun fights and gaming it was a well-run, successful establishment.

F. A. Borodino opened the White Elephant in the 300 block of Main Street. It survived several different owners and over time, many high rolling gamblers visited the White Elephant Saloon. It was not unusual to see Bat Masterson or Wyatt Earp at its tables.

On February 8, 1887 the historic shootout between Luke Short, the owner of the White Elephant at the time, and former Fort Worth city marshal, “Longhair” Jim Courtwright occurred. The gunfight is re-enacted every February 8 in the street in front of the White Elephant. It appears that, just like in the old western movies, the shootout was fueled by words, liquor and testosterone, what more would one need to create history.

When the smoke cleared, Longhair Jim lay dead and the coroner’s inquest recorded the shooting as self-defense. Luke Short sold the business and walked away for a time. The White Elephant continued as a respected saloon until it closed its doors for about sixty years. In 1976, the White Elephant reopened in the historic Stockyards district.

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O B I T U A R I E S Jesus G. Salazar

Mary Tom Buchanan

Warren Seymour

(December 2, 1948-November 6 , 2014)

(December 19, 1920 - November 7, 2014)

(November 20, 1920 - November 7, 2014)

Jesus G. Salazar, 65, went to be with the Lord November 6th, 2014. He was born December 2, 1948 in Uvalde Texas. He served in the United States Army during 1968-1970 and is a Airborne Ranger with the 75th Infantry Company F. Four things were important to him. They were family, friends, grandchildren and reading. Jesse was an avid reader. His favorite genre was history. Jesse enjoyed being around family, and friends.

Jesse and his wife enjoyed traveling together. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jesus and Andrea Salazar. He is survived by his wife, Tina Marie DeLeon Salazar, Sons, Rusty and Robert Salazar, brothers and sisters, Mike and Elvira Salazar, Jose and Carolina+ Salazar, Asencio and Lupe Garcia, Linda Salazar Marinez, Johnny and Vicky Salazar, Jose and Gloria Pesina, Homero Salazar, Pura Salazar Samaniego and John Montalvo, Luis Salazar and Becky Zapata, Armando Salazar and Esther Soto, Juan M. and Rosa Salazar, Maria Salazar Castillo and Hector Hernandez, numerous nieces, nephews, and many friends. Serving as pallbearers are Michael Salazar, Joey Salazar, Chase Billings, Jesse Garcia, Jonathan Billings, Derek DeLeon, Arturo Garcia, Justin Arredondo, Honorary pallbearers are Gilbert Arredondo, Ray Armstrong, and David Krine.

Burial was held on Sunday, November 9th, 2014, 3 p.m. at the Rio Frio cemetery in Rio Frio, Texas, officiated by Brother Mark Spaniel.

The family invites you to leave a condolence at www.nelsonfuneralhome s.net. Arrangements are under the personal care of Nelson Funeral Home of Leakey, Texas.

A lifelong resident of Concan, Texas, Mary Tom Neal Buchanan passed away on November 07, 2014 at her home overlooking the Frio River. She was born on December 19, 1920 in Concan to Tom M. Neal and Vida Inez Thrift Neal. She attended Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas and graduated in 1941. Mary Tom Neal married John S. Buchanan on September 26, 1945 at the Neal home in Concan. They resided in McCamey, Texas a few years before moving to Uvalde in 1949.

They returned to Concan in 1966 where they spent the rest of their lives. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents, and sister Vida Helen “Billie” Graves, who resided in Uvalde.

She is survived by her children, daughters, Mary Anna Roosa and husband Rodger, Helen Burgin and husband Larry, Susan Stone and husband B. J., son, John Thomas Buchanan and wife Noreen. She is also survived by 13 grandchildren, Chase Roosa, Cathy Brock and husband Mike, Jo Anna Walker and husband Derek, Jeff Cook, Shannah Andersen and husband Michael, Shane Burgin and wife April, Trent Stone and wife Brandi, Jenny Dixon and husband Michael, Brandon Stone and wife Celeste, Sophie Buchanan, Sydney Buchanan, Sarah Buchanan, and Joe Buchanan and wife April. 17 great-grandchildren, Ellie Roosa, Jack, Mary Claire, and Chloe Brock, Anna Cate, Westin, and Reed Walker, Addison and Grant Burgin, Anna and Blake Andersen, Landon and Lucia Dixon, Dylan and Autumn Stone, Jackson Stone, Nathan Buchanan, and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Pallbearers will be Chase Roosa, Michael Dixon, Michael Andersen, Trent Stone, Brandon Stone, Derek Walker, Jeff Cook, and Joe Buchanan. Honorary pallbearers are Rodger Roosa, B. J. Stone, Larry Burgin, Mike Brock, Chris Prickett, Johnny Graves, and Brian Graves. .The family will have Prayers for the Vigil at the RushingKnowles-Estes Mortuary Thursday , November 13 at 4:15PM, followed by an opportunity for Mrs. Buchanan’s friends to greet the family from 5:00PM to 7:00PM. Funeral will be held Friday, November 14th at 10:30AM. at the Concan Baptist Mission with graveside services at the Concan Cemetery immediately afterward. The family suggests memorials to any charitable organization of your choosing. An online registry can be accessed at www.rekfunerals.com. Arrangements by Rushing-EstesKnowles Mortuary.

Deacon Warren V. Seymour Sr., age 93, of Leakey, Texas went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, November 7, 2014, at the Uvalde Memorial Hospital in Uvalde, Texas. He was born on November 20, 1920, in Beaumont, Texas to Lawrence and Celevone (Leger) Seymour.

Warren joined the United States Naval Air Force during World War II where he became a Bombardier and was a reservist during the Korean Conflict. He had a Master’s Degree in Chemistry and worked for Mobile Chemical Company for 32 years, where he was Head of Research.

He retired to Leakey in 1979 where he became a Deacon of St. Raymond Catholic Church. He was a very caring and kind person and will be missed by all. He is survived by his daughter, Sherry Przetacznik of Leakey; grandchildren, Christopher W. Settle and wife Mary Jean and Robin R. Settle/O’Neill; great-grandchildren, Conner Settle, Carlie Settle, and Chelsea Khan and numerous nieces, nephews and many friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Celevone Seymour; lifelong sweetheart and loving wife, L. Arnell Seymour; and his son, Warren V. Seymour Jr. A visitation will be held on Friday, November 14, 2014, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Nelson Funeral Chapel, with Recitation of the Holy Rosary at 7 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Saturday, November 15, 2014, 11 a.m., at St. Raymond Catholic Church in Leakey, Texas, with Father Sady Nelson Santana officiating. Interment will follow in the Leakey Floral Cemetery in Leakey, Texas.

The family invites you to leave a condolence at www.nel sonfuneralhomes.net Arrangements are under the personal care of Nelson Funeral Home of Leakey, Texas.

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(August 10, 1928 - November 4, 2014) Gilberto A. Arredondo of Uvalde passed away on November 4, 2014 at Acuity Hospital of South Texas in San Antonio, Texas at the age of 86. He was born on August 10, 1928 in Uvalde to Octaviano and Juanita (Aguilera) Arredondo.

He married Micaela Moreno in Uvalde on February 8, 1953. He is survived by daughter, Rachel A. Gonzales-Hanson and husband, Jimmy of Uvalde; sons, Gilberto Arredondo Jr. and wife, Soroya of Leakey; Lee Arredondo and companion, Diane Wooten of Uvalde and Pete Arredondo and wife Sofia of Laredo; sisters, Aurora Ruiz of Uvalde, Dora Bernal of Winters, Alicia Reyes of Uvalde and Olga Diaz of Ft. Worth; ten grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Micaela Arredondo; son, Ray Arredondo; parents, three brothers, Arnulfo Arredondo, Armando Arredondo and Octaviano Arredondo Jr. A rosary will be held on Wednesday, November 5, 2014 and Thursday, November 6, 2014 at 7:00 pm at Rushing-Estes-Knowles Mortuary. A funeral mass will be held on Friday, November 7, 2014 at 10:00 am at Sacred Heart Catholic Church.

Burial will follow at Uvalde Catholic Cemetery.

Leona F. Wootton

(December 21, 1937 - November 7, 2014) Leona F. Wootton of Uvalde passed away on November 7, 2014 in San Antonio at the age of 76. She was born on December 21, 1937 in Crystal City to Oscar Farley and Nancy Wilkins Farley. She married Charles Wootton in Crystal City on March 28, 1959. She is survived by her husband of 55 years; four daughters, Brookii Wootton of Dallas; Kayanndii Russell and husband, Charles of San Antonio; and Chandalee Arredondo and husband, Lee; and Vivian Manry, all of Uvalde; four grandchildren, Grey Ferguson; Lexie Mireles; Kaylee Mireles; and Treyhvaun Russell; and one great-grandson, Domingo Mireles. She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Daniel Farley; and sister, Pernia Dennis.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, November 11, 2014 at 10:00 AM at Rushing-Estes-Knowles Mortuary in Uvalde with burial to follow in Sabinal Cemetery.

They Heard Him--They Heard Him Not? by Alden Bass {Part 1 of 2} (This article is taken from http:// www.apologeticspress.org/AllegedDiscrepancies.as px?article=731 and may be read there in its entirety.

I’ve divided it into two articles. This is part 1 of 2 parts. – CG) In the account of the Lord’s appearance to Saul on the road to Damascus—recorded by Luke in Acts 9, and then related in Paul’s address in Acts 22—some have charged that there is a contradiction. Acts 9:7 records that the men traveling with Saul (known later as the apostle Paul) heard a voice; while Paul states in Acts 22:9 that they did not hear a voice. This alleged contradiction is a favorite of atheist Dan Barker—a denominational-preacher-turned-infidel—whose selfproclaimed mission since the early 1980s has been to inform humanity of what he refers to as “the delusion” of Christianity. On his Web site, Barker has listed the above “contradiction” (as well as other alleged Bible discrepancies) as one that documents the fallibility of the Bible and therefore the non-existence of God. Barker is right about one thing, of course. If the Scriptures contain errors in their original autographs,

then they cannot be considered as inspired of God. It is, therefore, imperative that we investigate these claims of biblical errancy so that we may know whether our faith in God and His Word is genuine or misplaced. If it is a genuine faith to which we cling, then these points of error that have been charged to the Bible must be answered.

Admittedly, at first glance the two passages under consideration may seem to be in direct opposition.

Apologists have acknowledged this difficulty for many years, and have offered at least two plausible explanations. First, some scholars appeal to the original Greek text, and suggest that Acts 22:9 has been mistranslated. The verse reads as follows: “And they that were with me beheld indeed the light, but they heard not the voice of him that spake to me.”

According to this view, however, the verse actually should read: “And they that were with me beheld indeed the light, but they understood not the voice of him that spake to me.” If this translation were correct, it would put to rest any suggestion of contradiction.

Mr. Barker, however, has refused steadfastly to accept

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such a solution, and has argued that the Greek word for “hear” (akouo) does not mean “understand” (except in a few special situations such as 1 Corinthians 14:2).

There are other passages, he has noted, where akouo does mean “understand,” but in each case it is linked explicitly with the word “understand.” As an example, he has cited Matthew 13:13, which reads: “Therefore speak I to them in parables; because seeing they see not, and hearing [akouo] they hear [akouo] not, neither do they understand.” Mr. Barker believes that if the second akouo meant “understand,” then it would not have been necessary for Luke to include the last phrase, “neither do they understand.” According to the article on his Web site dealing with this matter, “this underscores the fact that grammar is not enough to determine when akouo might be translated loosely” (Barker, 1994). I would like to note, though, that had Matthew omitted the last phrase, we still would have understood the second “hear” to mean “understand.”

Otherwise, Jesus would have been saying, “They hear my words, but they do not hear my words.” In similar fashion, we can understand the passages under

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consideration to mean, “the men perceived a voice, but they did not understand the words spoken.”

Barker made note of a similar passage in Mark: “Having eyes, see ye not? and having ears, hear ye not?” (8:18), and then asked: “If Acts 22:9 should be translated ‘not understand,’ then why not here?”

(1994). But inserting “understand” in place of “hear” in this passage causes no difficulty whatsoever; after all, that is the meaning of the text. Barker has concluded from all these passages (Matthew 13:23; 15:10; Mark 4:12; 7:14; Acts 28:26-27; Romans 15: 21) that it is the New Testament practice to pair “hear” and “understand” when akouo is intended to mean “understand,” and, since Luke did not pair the two, he must have meant that the men literally “did not hear” a voice. Therefore, he says, Acts 22:9 contradicts Acts 9:7. (Continued next week - CG.) REFERENCES Arndt, William and F.W. Gingrich (1957), A Greek-English Lexicon of the New Testament and other Early Christian Literature (Chicago, IL: University of Chicago Press).

Barker, Dan (1994), [On-line], URL: http://www.infidels.org/library/magazines/tsr/1994/1/1voice94.html.

Blackwelder, Boyce W. (1958) Light from the Greek New Testament (Anderson, IN: Warner).

Kittel, Gerhard (1993), Theological Dictionary of New Testament Words (Grand Rapids, MI: Eerdmans).

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Summers, Ray (1950), Essentials of New Testament Greek (Nashville, TN: Broadman).

Thayer, Joseph (1979), Thayer’s Greek-English Lexicon of the New Testament (Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan).

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History of Veterans Day

World War I – known at the time as “The Great War” - officially ended when the Treaty of Versailles was signed on June 28, 1919, in the Palace of Versailles outside the town of Versailles, France. However, fighting ceased seven months earlier when an armistice, or temporary cessation of hostilities, between the Allied nations and Germany went into effect on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month. For that reason, November 11, 1918, is generally regarded as the end of “the war to end all wars.”

Soldiers of the 353rd Infantry near a church at Stenay, Meuse in France, wait for the end of hostilities. This photo was taken at 10:58 a.m., on November 11, 1918, two minutes before the armistice ending World War I went into effect In November 1919, President Wilson proclaimed November 11 as the first commemoration of Armistice Day with the following words: “To us in America, the reflections of Armistice Day will be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the country’s service and with gratitude for the victory, both because of the thing from which it has freed us and because of the opportunity it has given America to show her sympathy with peace and justice in the councils of the nations…”

The original concept for the celebration was for a day observed with parades and public meetings and a brief suspension of business beginning at 11:00 a.m.

The United States Congress officially recognized the end of World War I when it passed a concurrent resolution on June 4, 1926, with these words: Whereas the 11th of November 1918, marked the cessation of the most destructive, sanguinary, and far reaching war in human annals and the resumption by the people of the United States of peaceful relations with other nations, which we hope may never again be severed, and Whereas it is fitting that the recurring anniversary of this date should be commemorated with thanksgiving and prayer and exercises designed to perpetuate peace through good will and mutual understanding between nations; and Whereas the legislatures of twenty-seven of our States have already declared November 11 to be a legal holiday: Therefore be it Resolved by the Senate (the House of Representatives concurring), that the President of the United States is requested to issue a proclamation calling upon the officials to display the flag of the United States on all Government buildings on November 11 and inviting the people of the United States to observe the day in schools and churches, or other suitable places, with appropriate ceremonies of friendly relations with all other peoples.

An Act (52 Stat. 351; 5 U. S. Code, Sec. 87a) approved May 13, 1938, made the 11th of November in each year a legal

holiday—a day to be dedicated to the cause of world peace and to be thereafter celebrated and known as “Armistice Day.” Armistice Day was primarily a day set aside to honor veterans of World War I, but in 1954, after World War II had required the greatest mobilization of soldiers, sailors, Marines and airmen in the Nation’s history; after American forces had fought aggression in Korea, the 83rd Congress, at the urging of the veterans service organizations, amended the Act of 1938 by striking out the word “Armistice” and inserting in its place the word “Veterans.” With the approval of this legislation (Public Law 380) on June 1, 1954, November 11th became a day to honor American veterans of all wars.

Later that same year, on October 8th, President Dwight D. Eisenhower issued the first “Veterans Day Proclamation” which stated: “In order to insure proper and widespread observance of this anniversary, all veterans, all veterans’ organizations, and the entire citizenry will wish to join hands in the common purpose. Toward this end, I am designating the Administrator of Veterans’ Affairs as Chairman of a Veterans Day National Committee, which shall include such other persons as the Chairman may select, and which will coordinate at the national level necessary planning for the observance. I am also requesting the heads of all departments and agencies of the Executive branch of the Government to assist the National Committee in every way possible.”

President Eisenhower signing HR7786, changing Armistice Day to Veterans Day. From left: Alvin J. King, Wayne Richards, Arthur J. Connell, John T. Nation, Edward Rees, Richard L. Trombla, Howard W. Watts On that same day, President Eisenhower sent a letter to the Honorable Harvey V. Higley, Administrator of Veterans’ Affairs (VA), designating him as Chairman of the Veterans Day National Committee.

In 1958, the White House advised VA’s General Counsel that the 1954 designation of the VA Administrator as Chairman of the Veterans Day National Committee applied to all subsequent VA Administrators. Since March 1989 when VA was elevated to a cabinet level department, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs has served as the committee’s chairman.

The Uniform Holiday Bill (Public Law 90-363 (82 Stat. 250)) was signed on June 28, 1968, and was intended to ensure three-day weekends for Federal employees by celebrating four national holidays on Mondays: Washington’s Birthday, Memorial Day, Veterans Day, and Columbus Day. It was thought that these extended weekends would encourage travel, recreational and cultural activities and stimulate greater industrial and commercial production. Many states did not agree with this decision and continued to celebrate the holidays on their original dates.

The first Veterans Day under the new law was observed with much confusion on October 25, 1971. It was quite apparent that the commemoration of this day was a matter of historic and patriotic significance to a great number of our citizens, and so on September 20th, 1975, President Gerald R. Ford signed Public Law 94-97 (89 Stat. 479), which returned the annual observance of Veterans Day to its original date of November 11, beginning in 1978. This action supported the desires of the overwhelming majority of state legislatures, all major veterans service organizations and the American people.

Veterans Day continues to be observed on November 11, regardless of what day of the week on which it falls. The restoration of the observance of Veterans Day to November 11 not only preserves the historical significance of the date, but helps focus attention on the important purpose of Veterans Day: A celebration to honor America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good.

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GRANNY’S KITCHEN BACK TO BASICS STICK TO YOUR RIBS LUNCH OR DINNERS Well, it’s that time of year and we have a cold spell a coming! They say the Arctic mass will affect us for over a week and the temperatures are going to be frigid for our little corner of the world.

Here are some easy warm dinners, sure to please! Stay Warm!

SAUCY BAKED CHICKEN

1 can (15 oz each) Manwich® Original Sloppy Joe Sauce 2 tablespoons firmly packed light brown sugar 1 tablespoon Spicy Brown Mustard 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon paprika No-Stick Cooking Spray 3 large (8 oz each) boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut in half lengthwise Preheat oven to 350°F. Combine Sloppy Joe sauce, brown sugar, mustard, salt and paprika in small saucepan. Cook over medium heat 10 minutes or until slightly thickened. Meanwhile, spray 13x9-inch glass baking dish with cooking spray; place chicken in dish. Spoon 1/4th of sauce mixture on chicken; turn chicken over.

Spoon remaining sauce on top. Bake 30 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink in centers (165°F). Serve chicken with additional sauce from chicken.

SLOW COOKER LENTIL SOUP

No-Stick Cooking Spray 1 can (14.5 oz each) Petite Diced Tomatoes, undrained 1 cup dry brown lentils, sorted, rinsed 1 cup chopped yellow onion 3/4 cup chopped celery 2 cups vegetable broth 2 cups water 2 bay leaves 1/2 teaspoon salt Spray inside of 4-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. Add all remaining ingredients to slow cooker; stir to combine. Cover; cook on LOW 8 hours or on HIGH 4 hours. Remove and discard bay leaves

SAUCY STEAK AND POTATOES

1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil 2 large beef cubed steaks, each cut in half (2 steaks = 1 lb) 1 can (14.5 oz each) Petite Diced Tomatoes, undrained 1 can (8 oz each) Hunt’s® Tomato Sauce-No Salt Added 1 pkg (0.87 oz each) brown gravy mix 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar 3 cups frozen potatoes with onions and peppers, thawed Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add steak pieces; cook 2 minutes on each side or until lightly browned. Stir together undrained tomatoes, tomato sauce, gravy mix and sugar until blended. Add potatoes; mix to combine. Pour potato mixture over steaks. Bring to a boil over high heat; reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and

simmer 15 minutes or until potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally. Cook’s Tips Cubed steaks may vary in size from store to store. If steaks are large (about 8 ounces each), cut each in half. If steaks are smaller, look for steaks that are 5 ounces each and use 1 for each serving. To thaw frozen hash brown potatoes, place in covered microwave-safe dish and microwave on MEDIUM (50%) 6 minutes or until thawed. Frozen potatoes also can be thawed by placing in refrigerator overnight.

Cubed steaks and potatoes may be topped with sour cream and chopped fresh parsley, if desired.

CHICKEN PASTA WITH TOMATO ALFREDO SAUCE

12 ounces dry plain or spinach fettuccine pasta, uncooked 1 tablespoon vegetable Oil 6 boneless skinless chicken breasts (6 breasts = about 2 lb) 3 green onions, sliced thin 1/2 cup frozen chopped green bell pepper 1 can (14.5 oz each) Petite Diced Tomatoes, undrained 1 container (10 oz each) refrigerated Alfredo sauce Cook pasta according to package directions.

Meanwhile, heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken; cook 10 minutes or until no longer pink in centers (165°F), turning once. Remove from skillet; cover to keep warm. Add onions and bell pepper to same skillet. Cook 3 minutes or until crisp-tender, stirring frequently. Add undrained tomatoes; reduce heat to low. Stir in Alfredo sauce and heat gently 3 to 4 minutes or until hot, stirring frequently. Slice chicken diagonally. Divide pasta between 6 serving plates; top with chicken and sauce.

SAUCY HAM SANDWICHES

1 can (15 oz each) Manwich® Original Sloppy Joe Sauce 1 pound thin-sliced lower sodium honey ham 8 hot dog rolls 1/2 cup chopped sweet onion 24 dill pickle slices Heat Sloppy Joe sauce in medium skillet over mediumlow heat until hot. Add ham; heat until hot, stirring gently. Divide meat mixture evenly between rolls. Top each with 1 tablespoon chopped onion and 3 pickle slices. Serve immediately.

TO DIE FOR CROCK POT ROAST 1 (4 -5 lb) •Beef roast, any kind 1 (1 1/4 ounce) package brown gravy mix, dry 1 (1 1/4 ounce) package dried Italian salad dressing mix 1 (1 1/4 ounce) package ranch dressing mix, dry 1/2 cup •water Directions: Place beef roast in crock pot.

Mix the dried mixes together in a bowl and sprinkle over the roast.

Pour the water around the roast.

Cook on low for 7-9 hours.

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Leakey Homemakers Trip to The Ridge submitted by Brenda O’Dell

A group of the Frio Canyon Homemakers Club took at field trip to The Ridge in Kerrville in October. They enjoyed a tour of the area, a lovely luncheon, and a demonstration of using broken pottery to create a beautiful terraced succulent planting.

The organization also recently had a November Bazaar to raise funds to help support local organizations. Checks will be presented in the spring to variour groups.

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Nueces Canyon Mission Restoration Host Tipi Demonstration

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The Nueces Canyon Mission Restoration Organization hosted an interactive tipi demonstration that was opened to children and adults. The guest speaker was, Richard Gonzalez, Vice President of the Lipan Apache Band of Texas, he shared information about the Lipan Apache’s history and relationship to the mission. Thank you to all who attended!

Dub’s Corner

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

NEW LISTING: 20 ACRES NEAR TARPLEY, with beautiful home and lots of special touches, seasonal creek frontage, large trees and hillside with great views. Unique guest home with large outdoor shower. You must see this special place! $430,000.

NEW LISTING: 16 +/- ACRES, south of Leakey with long, spectacular views, 3BR/2B manufactured home with covered front and back decks, carport, and portable metal building. $159,000.

NEW LISTING: 5.5 ACRES near Garner State Park and golf course, gated community, partially cleared exposing 360 degree views! Sensible restrictions and backs up to larger acreage. Motivated seller waiting for your offer!$64,000.

1.01 ACRES IN VALLEY VISTA, gorgeous long views to the east, access to central water, paved roads, underground electricity, pond, 35 acres wilderness area, clubhouse and pool! $49,500.

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

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

GORGEOUS 22.85 ACRES with jaw dropping views. Recently remodeled 3BR/2B home with two living areas, and covered front porch. If you are looking for a home with a view and acreage to roam around on and hunt, this is the place for you! $297,000.

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

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

GOOD VISIBILITY, GREAT LOCATION, in Concan, and close to Garner State Park, Frio River and golf course. This 2BR/1B cabin is currently used as a weekend rental. New plumbing, new septic, new wiring, and new pump and pump house! Large Oaks can be enjoyed from your covered front porch! .3 +/- of an acre to be surveyed. $119,000.

GORGEOUS, hill country home on 7.5 acres in Rio Frio. Close to the Frio, this well- appointed home has 3BR and 2.5B with a guest/game room above the attached 2 car garage with full bath also. Huge trees, above ground, landscaped and decked pool, covered front and back porches, two drive through barns/workshops, rv hook up and two wells. This home must be seen

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24 HUNTING ACRES, 9 miles north of Leakey, lots of road frontage, hilly terrain, small cabin, storage rv, water storage off of gutter system, outdoor shower, access to spring-fed creek with dam. $57,000.

ONE OF A KIND vacation camp in desirable River Tree. This 1.4 acres boasts rock main home with 2 bedrooms, 2 loft areas and living, there is a separate bath house and camp kitchen area, and a rv hook up, all nestled under huge Pecan trees with beautiful views. You will only be a short distance from a very nice river park area and have access to pavilion, paved roads and central water. Lots of handcrafted touches on this one! REDUCED $219,950.

LOTS OF BANG for the buck on this large 3BR/2B brick home situated in a very nice development within Leakey proper. Large metal rv barn with workshop, fenced back yard with another large shop that would be any man’s dream come true. It has wide covered front porch, firepit, and outdoor kitchen and could easily be converted to a mother-in-law quarters. Manicured yard, large screened in porch on the main home, huge master suite, the list goes on and you must see to appreciate! $249,000.

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

2.2 ACRES WITH 172+ FT. OF FRIO FRONTAGE! Neat as a pin, 3BR/ 2B DW. 1 car covered carport, with shed/workshop on slab, sidewalks, wood steps with landings to shady bank of Frio River, vacation rental potential!

REDUCED $249,900. CONTRACT PENDING .4 OF AN ACRE, mobiles and rv’s allowed, access to central water and gorgeous Frio River! $27,000 REDUCED $24,500.! .7 OF AN ACRE, WITH FULLY FURNISHED AND EQUIPED RESTAURANT. Highway 83 frontage with good visibility! Reduced and priced to sell at $126,500..

2 CITY LOTS, totaling almost one acre on the north side of town with availability of city water, highway frontage, cleared of all cedar exposing beautiful oaks, and corners on three roads. SOLD! 1 ACRE, completely fenced, fruit trees, shed, energy efficient 2BR/1B home, long views, wrap-a-round deck, comes tastefully furnished! $195,000.

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

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

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

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

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He had a laugh that was infectious. It was different, and if you ever heard it you found yourself laughing with him, or at him, but laughing just the same. He was quick to laugh. I think it was because of his sunny outlook on life that he was able to find humor in almost every situation. There was never a dull moment around him, and that’s just one of the many things that made him special. To know him was to love him, and everybody did, including me.

He lost his father early in life, and he came to dote on his grandfather. That put a sparkle in the old man’s eye.

Now to say that his grandfather was a conservative would be like saying that Jessie James was a bank robber, and the old man passed his right wing credentials to his prodigy. The boy learned to work hard, save his money, and to make every dime count, but he was generous to a fault with his friends.

Higher education was not in the cards for this young man, so when his “call to arms” came during the conflict in Viet Nam, he answered it. Shirking duty or responsibility was not in his make-up.

He served his country with distinction, and he brought home the medals to prove it. He was in the infantry at the forefront of the action and he saw firsthand the horrors of war. He didn’t like to talk about it much, so he didn’t.

If he had a vice, it was gambling. He loved it. He didn’t do it to make money, even though he did. He did it because it was a challenge and it was fun. He had a keen intellect coupled with physical skills that made him a master at little things like throwing quarters at a line, washers in a cup, and playing poker. His skill at poker was such that an older man in the community gave him the moniker of “skinner”.

That was because if you were dumb enough to gamble with him, you could count on getting skinned. That nickname stuck, and many of you know who I am talking about when I call him Skinner.

Ambition was his middle name, and he was always on the lookout for ways to better himself. The phrases “can do” and “git r done” described his attitude to a T. If it could be done, he could do it, and he did. Times were hard around here before the tourists discovered the Frio Canyon, and he did everything from gathering pecans, building fences, hauling cedar to the mill, spraying trees for ball moss, to

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ranching, eventually coming to own and operate his own full service gasoline station. He was instrumental in starting the first EMS that served the area.

He served several terms as a Real County Commissioner and he also served on the Leakey ISD School Board for a number of years, and he was also a Trustee for Southwest Texas Jr College. He was an active member of the Masonic Lodge and a member of the First United Methodist Church. This man was a giver of his time and resources to the community that he loved. The beauty of this was that he continued to do all of these things at the same time.

Grass did not grow under his feet.

Family came first for Skinner. He married the love of his life when he returned from the service and they raised one child, who in turn married and brought a grandson into the world.

Like his grandfather before him he doted on his Son and his Grandson.

Sunday was his favorite day of the week because it was the only day that he would stay home from work to spend time with his family. His home was full of mutual love and affection.

Fish fry’s and barbecues were his favorite things to do, and he often included friends into the mix. It was fun to go there, because they made it a “feel good” place to be.

News travels fast in a small community, and I heard about the accident before he was air lifted to the hospital. It was just after dark in the spring of the year, and I sat on my front porch so that I could wave goodbye at the helicopter as it passed directly overhead.

Longevity was not in the cards for Skinner. The grim reaper took him from us way too soon, leaving a hole in the heart of everyone that knew him. He was my best friend when we were boys, and I am saddened by the fact that although we were always good friends, we were not as close as adults as we were when we were young. That was my loss. His mother was my 6th grade teacher, his sister was my first girlfriend, and his brother worked with me for many years. I think of these people as family. His name was Kenny Shackelford, but it could just as easily have been “Mr. Leakey”. He made our world a better place, and I would give anything to hear that laugh one more time. Rest in Peace Skinner!!!

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“Let Us Help You Select An Appropriate Memorial”

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HIGH Electric Costs!

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(ACROSS RIVER FROM GARNER)

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The Hill Country Herald P.O. Box 822 Leakey, TX 78873 Phone: 830-232-6294 editor@hillcountryherald.net

FOR SALE

EMPLOYMENT NOTICE REAL COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE IS ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF DISPATCHER/JAILER. No experience is required, applicant must have a High School Diploma or Equivalent and a clear criminal history.

Applications may be picked up at the Real County Sheriff’s Office from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday – Friday.

REAL COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Full time position available in production and shipping; must be able to lift 40 lbs.

Computer skills a plus.

Email resumes to nne@EvidenceGrade.com.

Full time telephonic sales position available.

Computer Skills Required.

Familiarity with Microsoft Office (i.e. Word and Excel). Email resumes to

Anne@EvidenceGrade.com.

Looking for a reliable & honest, part-time cleaning person for multiple houses on a beautiful ranch in Leakey. Hours vary from 10+ hours per week. Current work references is a must. Call 830-275-4015.

HELP WANTED ALL POSITIONS AVAILABLE APPLY IN PERSON MILL CREEK CAFE LEAKEY, TEXAS

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FOR RENT

FOR RENT

FOR SALE

MINI STORAGE $30 AND UP!!

830-232-5656 or 830-232-5290

55 gal. steel drums $10.00 ea. Or 5 or more $8.00 ea.

Carl Cordell (830) 597-4453

FOR SALE Deer/Elk rifle Cal: 270 Win, custom made off 98 Mauser action, 24” bbl drill and tapped with scope mounts, ready to kill! $750 (will dicker down to 325) Has 3x9x50 scope dialed into box of 130 gr soft points Call Jerry 830-232-6512 also some other stuff for sale

For Rent: 4 bd 2 1/ 2 bath, central air/ heat, $975/mth $975 deposit, 830-900-2763

Community Health Development, Inc.

Is accepting applications for the following locations: Canyon Health Center (Camp Wood, TX) Rolling Hills Health (Leakey, TX) Full Time Licensed Vocational Nurse or Certified Medical Assistant Requirements: Graduate from a State approved School of Vocational Nursing.

Licensed to practice in Texas.

Must have and maintain CPR certification, American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Health Care Provider.

Must maintain all credentialed documents current at all times & provide proof to CHDI in a timely manner. Self-starter with excellent communication skills, possess great organizational skills and have a positive team attitude. Complies with state and organizational continuing medical education requirements. Maintains confidentiality of agency, patient and staff information as prescribed by CHDI policy and applicable laws.

Please apply at: Community Health Development, Inc. 908 S. Evans Uvalde, Texas Phone (830) 278-5604 Fax (830) 278-1836 Competitive salary and benefits package.

Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer

HELP WANTED All Positions Available Full-time & Part-time Apply in Person The Club at ConCan 520 Mountain Valley Drive Concan,TX

CROSSWORD PUZZLE

1. Deceptive movement 6. Concealed 9. Fake 13. Detection device 14. Hotshot 15. British breed of draft horse 16. Wear away 17. Increase the rpm 18. Warble 19. Oval 21. In place of 23. Male sheep 24. Secret plan 25. Research workplace, in short 28. Reputation 30. Abstain 35. Adjoin 37. Character from an ancient German alphabet 39. Cut into small pieces 40. To a greater extent

DEADLINE MONDAY 5:00 p.m.

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

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

POTENTIAL INCOME PRODUCER!! PRICE REDUCED!!!!! 7.3 acres on River with a two story, three bedroom, 2 1⁄2 bath home in a quiet secluded location that is only 4 miles from Con Can. Live water, great home, secluded, yet close to Con Can. Could be placed in a rental pool and generate substantial income.

What more do you want for $475,000??

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

BEAUTIFUL RIVER FRONT TRACT, this five acre building site on the Frio River can be yours today!

Huge cypress trees line this blue water hole that is teeming with fish. Fronts on Highway 83 and the Frio River, private, yet close to town. Good restrictions, beautiful building site overlooking the river. $329,000 NEW LISTING! 5.1 acres in Spring Hill Subdivision, great view amenity, only $59,900.

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

PRICE REDUCED!!! SPICEWOOD SPRINGS Riverfront home on 3.7 acres in Spicewood Springs.

Access to over a mile of Frio River. Four bedroom, three bath, 2 story home sitting on bank of river with a wraparound porch. Price reduced to $399,000.

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

THE RIDGE-Experience the Texas hill country at its finest w/ private access to your own beautiful Frio River park w/BBQ pavilion. Underground utilities WITH TCEQ APPROVED WATER SYSTEM, free roaming wildlife, hiking, biking & much more! This restricted subdivision offers great building sites for your dream home, retirement or vacation get-away.

B&B allowed. Call for a showing or take a drive out 4 mi. south on RR 1120. Prices start at $87,500 THE RIDGE ESTABLISHED INCOME PRODUCER, the Bungalow 40 will sleep up to 25 persons. The perfect place to get away with an in ground pool, outdoor kitchen, and a river park. Established income producer with a great upside. $425,000.

GREAT INCOME PRODUCER established nightly rental on the Frio River with great swimming hole, close to town, sleeps 13 comfortably. $375,000 INCOME PRODUCING POTENTIAL OR PERFECT HIDEAWAY Like New 4 bedroom home with a pool

on 10 acres in close proximity to Garner State Park.

Beautiful long views from hillside location. This one has it all. $469,000.

GREAT INCOME PRODUCER IN THE HEART OF CON CAN, Three bedroom, 3 1⁄2 bath home on River Road. Income producing. Reduced to $289,000 Con Can on Bear Creek. 3 bedroom 2 bath with bonus room, approx. 2,000 square feet, and large covered porches, large detached garage/workshop. Great week end home or nightly rental near 7 bluff. $459,500.

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

DEER CREEK lot with 5.31 restricted acres $64,500.

DEVILS CANYON 25 acres with blacktop frontage west of Leakey Price reduced to $125,000 FRIO PECAN FARM managed rental with 2b/2ba, covered porch, beautiful Pecan grove, wildlife, price reduced to $160,000. Close to Leakey and walking distance to the river!

FRIO PECAN FARM, PRICE REDUCED, GREAT INCOME PRODUCER 3 bedroom 3 bath home on river front lot in Frio Pecan Farm. Like new condition with huge deck overlooking the river. Great income potential. Price reduced to $335,000 FRIO RIVER PLACE Beautiful 1.93 acre building site, heavily wooded. Quiet location. $109,500.

OAKMONT VILLAGE 2.21 acres of heavily wooded building site located just of FM 1120. $49,000 REAGAN WELLS, Two bedroom one bath cottage on river front tract, $134,900 RIVERTREE! Three bedroom, two bath home with built in appliances and central air and heat. Great condition and waiting for you. $175,000.

RIVERTREE! Two story log home nestled beneath huge Pecan trees. Walking distance to the river, 3 bedroom, 3 bath, vaulted ceiling and wrap around porch. $329,900.

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

SPRING HILL 3.52 acres with a beautiful view overlooking Leakey. City water, Price reduced to $59,900 TWIN FORKS. Full one acre in unit one, huge oaks, beautiful building site, $55,500.

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

COMMERCIAL OPPORTUNITY! Established retail building in like new condition. 1.5 acres on Hwy 83, Call for details.

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

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

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

Kathy Suttle GRI, – Broker Michael Rushing – Associate COME BY FOR ONE OF OUR Fred McNiel GRI, - Associate

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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ATTENTION HUNTERS!!

CROWN ROYAL HUNTER’S SPECIAL Come check out our weekly specials!

M-Sat. 10:00 am - 9:00 pm Closed Sunday

TIRE AND WHEEL CONNECTION

2805 Highway 90 West Hondo, Texas 78861 830.426.TIRE (8473) www.TireandWheelConnection.com

(830) 232-5022

At the Frio Pecan Farm Pavilion **FALLDine SPECIAL** In ONLY Buy one pizza (any size) and get the 2nd one of the same size (or smaller) for FREE!!!

FALL HOURS Friday & Saturday 11a.m. - 9p.m.

Dine In or Pick Up Leakey, Texas

BEER & WINE AVAILABLE

PIZZAS Meat Lover’s, The Work’s, Vegetarian, Ultimate Cheese, Smoky Jo’s BBQ, Wings, Garlic Bread, Hamburger, Cheeseburger

Thanksgiving Holiday Meal Thursday, November 20th “Community Invited” Serving times: 10:45 - 1:00 pm.

Lloyd Buttler Gymnasium Leakey School

Come join us at Leakey School for a delicious Thanksgiving Meal.

S TUDENT LUNCH S CHEDULE · Kindergarten

10:45 a.m.

· 1st Grade

10:55 a.m.

· 2nd Grade

11:05 a.m.

· 3rd Grade

11:30 a.m.

· 4th Grade

11:40 a.m.

· 5th Grade

11:45 a.m.

· 9th - 12th Grade 12:10 p.m. · 6th - 8th Grade

12:25 p.m.

Adults - $5.00 Children - $3.00 (children not enrolled in Leakey ISD)

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Keep Utopia Beautiful Brings National Recycling Celebration to Utopia Keep Utopia Beautiful hosts E-Waste Recycling Day to celebrate America Recycles DaySM 2014

Utopia, Texas – November 3, 2014 – On Saturday, November 15, 2014 Keep Utopia Beautiful will host an E-Waste Recycling Day, joining thousands of local organizers holding recycling events across the country to celebrate America Recycles Day, the only nationally recognized day dedicated to promoting and celebrating recycling in the United States.

The 5th Annual E-Waste Recycling Day will be conducted from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Utopia Recycling Center located at 669 County Road 357 in Utopia, Texas. The Recycling Center will be accepting electronic items such as televisions (most kinds and sizes such as rear projection, flat-screen, and console TVs), VCRs, DVD and CD players, desktop computers and laptops, computer monitors, external hard drives, mice/keyboards, scanners, copiers, printers, telephones, and fax machines, plus other items that are commonly found with TVs and computers such as connectors and cables. Computer hard drives should be wiped clean, if possible. No kitchen appliances, air conditioners or electric tools will be accepted. Donations are not required; however, donations will help off-set the cost to Keep Utopia Beautiful for providing recycling services.

“The Utopia Recycling Center is open on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays where plastic, aluminum, steel cans, office paper, mixed paper, newspaper, cardboard, rechargeable batteries, and used petroleum products are accepted on a regular basis. However, once a year on or near America Recycles Days, the recycling center collects E-Waste or electronic items to keep these items and their hazardous waste out of our landfills,” said Doris Howdeshell, Chair of Keep Utopia Beautiful.

“Keep America Beautiful proudly supports the Utopia’s America Recycles Day event and commend their efforts to promote recycling. Recyclable items we use every day – like that cereal box and milk jug in the morning – are recoverable resources that can be manufactured into new and valuable products. Together, we can reduce the billions of dollars’ worth of material thrown away each year and work to give that “garbage” another life through recycling.”

For more information about recycling by Keep Utopia Beautiful, visit www.keeputopiabeautiful.or g or call 830-966-3564.

America’s leading companies are proud to make America Recycles Day possible. National sponsors of America Recycles Day are: Amcor, America Chemistry Council, the Johnson & Johnson Family of Consumer Companies, Pilot Pen, and Waste Management.

About America Recycles Day America Recycles DaySM is a national program of Keep America Beautiful, and is the only nationally recognized day and community-driven awareness event dedicated to promoting and celebrating recycling in the U.S. Since its inception in 1997, communities across the country have participated in America Recycles Day on November 15 to educate, promote environmental citizenship, and encourage action. Learn more at AmericaRecyclesDay.org.

About Keep America Beautiful Keep America Beautiful is the nation’s leading nonprofit that brings people together to build and sustain vibrant communities. With a national network of community-based affiliates, KAB works with millions of volunteers who take action in their communities to transform public spaces into beautiful places. Through programs and public-private partnerships, KAB engages individuals to take greater responsibility for improving their community’s environment. For more information, visit kab.org, follow @kabtweet on Twitter and like us on facebook.com/keepamericabeautiful.

About Keep Utopia Beautiful Keep Utopia Beautiful is a Gold Star Affiliate of Keep Texas Beautiful and is a non-profit corporation that operates Utopia Recycles and serves the unincorporated community of Utopia on the Sabinal River in far northeastern Uvalde County and other small towns and rural areas in Uvalde, Real and Bandera Counties. For more information on programs and events, visit www.keeputopiabeautiful.org.