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Somewhere in the West .......................... Page 7
JUST FOR GRINS
November 14, 2018
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Real County Wildlife Association Hunters Dinner Huge Success by Julie Becker
Over 65 years ago an appreciation dinner and contest started the tradition of the Real County Wildlife Association. The wildlife contest includes several divisions: widest buck, heaviest buck, heaviest doe, most points and best overall along with turkey, hogs, auodad and axis. The last 10 years has seen a dwindling participation in the contest and dinner. Competition with area groups and bigger awards. President Will Bourland said “This year we broke out a little different and it was a tremendous success! With the change of venue and local merchant support through donations for silent auction and raffles we saw a huge increase over the past years. Great quality of items. Seven guns in all were given away in our raffle.” Over 350 attendees enjoyed the event and food. The organization provides scholarships for local students, hunters education courses, which includes after completing and passing all required elements of the course, the student
Pictured Will Bourland, Johnny Preece, Hazel Pendley of LVFD and Ricci Pendley
is given an evenings lodging and a hunt the next morning. Bourland said “This couldn’t happen without local merchants and local ranchers. This year we were able to give $500 to the Frio Canyon EMS, Leakey Volunteer Fire Department and the local Trapper’s Club.
Water News and River Flows The rainfall events during September and October are still making it rather difficult to take river flow measurements. This is due to the fact that about half of the crossings have water continuing to go over the top of the crossing. Water was flowing across the Nueces Dam crossing about 6-8 inches deep and all the culverts are still under water. It was moving extremely swift and I did not think it was a good day for a swim. McDonalds crossing was much the same with at least 4-6 inches of water going over the top of the roadway and moving
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rather swiftly. The second crossing on highway 377 near the Evergreen school was the first crossing that did not have water over the roadway and I was able to get a measurement. In September the crossing had a flow of 48,965 gpm and on November 9 had a flow of 108,578 gpm or over a 2X increase since the last measurement. The Highway 377 crossing near Telegraph was also measurable this time with a flow of 44,358 gpm in September and a flow this month of 87,969 or about a 2X flow increase. continued page 7
Sabinal Public Library Receives $3,000 Medina Electric Cooperative and CoBank partner on donation ............................ Page 11
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1st DISTRICT CHAMPIONSHIP in 33 years! ............................ Page 4
The $3,000 donation from CoBank and Medina Electric Cooperative was presented to the Sabinal Public Library. Present for the donation was (left to right) Michael Harkins Medina EC Business Development; Ava Denney, President of Sabinal Civic Club; Mike Nuckles, City of Sabinal Alderman; and Charlie Story, Sabinal Mayor.
Medina Electric Cooperative presented the Sabinal Public Library with a $3,000 donation on Monday, October 22. The $3,000 donation will be used in conjunction with other donations to repair the roof on the library. According to Sean Johnson, Vice President of the Sabinal Civic Club, “The importance of having a public library open five days a week is immense. There is no business that makes copies; there is no place to fax information; there is no place within 20 miles to get a book to read, or to check an email.” The library is also used for different community functions such as voting, civic meetings, and events special to the community of Sabinal. The donation was made possible through the members of Medina Electric Cooperative, and through CoBank’s Sharing Success charitable contribution program. CoBank, a national cooperative bank, is one of Medina EC’s financial partners. Concern for community and cooperation among
Adams Earns Avalos Scholarship ............................ Page 6
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INDEX Legals/Jail Register ... . Page 3Community News ......... Page 4-6 Feature Story ................ Page 7 Community Events.........Page 8-9 Obituaries ...................... Page 10 Classifieds ..................... Page 14
Today’s Weather
High: 55° Low: 35°
Scott Adams, middle, thanked Enrique Avalos Sr., right, and Enrique Avalos Jr. for their generosity.
cooperatives are longstanding cooperative principles. Cooperatives like Medina EC work to improve the quality of life in the communities we serve, and supporting the Sabinal Public Library is just one way of doing that. Through the Sharing Success program, CoBank matches an annual donation of up to $5,000 that Medina EC makes to up to three nonprofit organizations. Each year, Medina EC selects organizations located in a different parts of their 17-county service area to receive the donation. Other recipients of this year’s Sharing Success donations from CoBank and Medina EC were the Southwest Family Life Centers, Inc. (Hondo), which was awarded $4,000 to help with providing safe place for people needing shelter who are in domestic/family violence situations, and Casa de Esperanza (Rio Grande City), which was awarded $3,000 to purchase necessary items for housing people in the homeless shelter.
By Laura Nelson
Scott Adams is the latest recipient of the Esmeralda Rosalia Avalos Nursing scholarship, a special, locally funded award provided by the Enrique Avalos family of Uvalde. When Adams decided to pursue a degree in health care, he discovered it would be years before he could secure a place in a nursing program in Utah or Colorado due to high demand. He researched nursing education programs, enrolled in the ADN (Associate degree in Nursing) program at Southwest Texas Junior College, and moved his family to Uvalde. He graduated in 2009, earned his Licensed Vocational Nurse certification, and then completed the qualifications for his Registered Nurse certification in 2011. He plans to graduate from Sul Ross State Univ. Rio Grande College in May with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. The additional RGC education means
Adams can follow his passion―community health care education, especially diabetes management for Uvalde Memorial Hospital. His full-time position there also includes training nurses. In addition, Adams works with the ADN program at SWTJC. He and his wife McKenzie have made their home in Uvalde. She teaches in Knippa and they have three children, Mason 19, at school at the Univ. of Texas San Antonio; Avery, 12; and Olivia, 9. The Avalos family continues to support RGC students and their families with scholarships that celebrate the life of Enrique’s daughter Esmi, who passed away unexpectedly several years ago. The family has raised more than $10,000 in six years to fund this scholarship and another for teacher education students, helping pave the way for RGC students to complete degrees and serve their communities.
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JAIL REGISTER
Real County Sheriff’s Office Weekly Dispatch Report
November 4 - November 10, 2018
November 4 - November 10, 2018 11/4/2018 @ • 1101 responded to Ranch Road 337 East of Leakey for reckless motorcycles • 1225 responded to a residence on East South Street in Camp Wood for a welfare check 11/5/2018 @ • 1103 responded to a residence on Oak Ln South of Camp Wood to assist Uvalde County with a domestic dispute • 1647 responded to Ranch Road 337 East of Leakey for loose livestock 11/6/2018 @ • 1752 responded to U.S Highway 83 North of Leakey for a stranded motorist 11/7/2018 @
NO ARRESTS
Real County Law Officers
Nathan T. Johnson, Sheriff Steven Castro, Deputy Sheriff Mark Cox, Deputy Sheriff Teddy Douthit, Deputy Sheriff , Deputy Sheriff Kevin Chisum, Real County Constable
Corporal Jake Sanchez, DPS Highway Patrol Alexander Robertson, DPS Highway Patrol Clint Graham, TPWD Game Warden
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1648 responded to River Road West of Camp Wood for a disturbance 1954 responded to Ranch Road 335 North of Camp Wood for fallen rocks on the road 11/8/2018 @ 2150 responded to Ranch Road 337 West of Leakey for a motor vehicle accident 11/9/2018 @ 1822 responded to a residence on West 7th Street in Leakey to unlock a vehicle 11/10/2018 @ 136 responded to Bruce Lane North of Camp Wood for Poaching 1935 responded to Crown Mountain Road East of Camp Wood for a noise complaint
REAL COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE WANTED PERSONS AND FUGITIVES
A/D - ARREST DATE A/O - ARRESTING OFFICER
Disclaimer: All print and other visual media is for informational purposes only. This information is considered public information under the Freedom of Information Act and the Public Records Act. Any indication of an arrest is not intended to imply or infer that such individual has been convicted of a crime. All persons are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
The Real County Sheriff’s Office has numerous felony, misdemeanor, and capias warrants and we are actively seeking to apprehend all persons wanted by the various courts within our jurisdiction. The wanted individuals highlighted below are six individuals we have highlighted for this week’s “FUGITIVE SECTION”. We need your help to apprehend these subjects and hold them responsible for criminal acts committed in our community. If you know where these subjects are please call the Real County Sheriff’s Office at 830-232-5201. If you ARE one of these subjects or know you have outstanding warrants…. TURN YOURSELF IN AT ONCE.
HOLDING LIST Editor’s Note: This list is provided by Real County Sheriff’s Office, it lists subjects that are being held by Real County in contracted jail facilities awaiting trial INMATE
•
CURRENT CHARGE
COURT
Date of Arrest
Sentence
Sentence Date Paper Ready
Housed/Released
Released Date
Shannon, Joshua Benjamin
Violation of Parole - Injury to a Child Causing Bodily Injury
District
9/7/2017
Bandera
Shannon, Joshua Benjamin
Violation of Probation - Burglary of a Habitation
District
10/13/2017
7 YRS TDCJ
8/17/2018
Bandera
Shannon, Joshua Benjamin
Possession of a Controlled Substance PG1 < 1G
District
2/6/2018
1 YR SJ
8/17/2018
Bandera
Falcon, Mathew Eric
Burglary of a Building
District
5/17/2018
$10,000 PR Bond
8/28/2018
Falcon, Mathew Eric
Burglary of a Coin Operated / Collection Machine
County 5/17/2018
$4,000 PR Bond
8/28/2018
Falcon, Mathew Eric
Evading Arrest Detention
County 5/17/2018
$4,000 PR Bond
8/28/2018
Harlow, Bobby
Violation of Probation - False / Incorrect Information
District
7/2/2018
Bandera
Harlow, Bobby
Grand Jury Indictment - Count I Escape Count II Pocs Pg 1< 1G
District
8/17/2018
Bandera
Harlow, Bobby
Grand Jury Indictment - Evading Arrest/Det W/MV W/DW
District
8/17/2018
Bandera
Lockhart, David Wayne
VOP-Burglary of a Building
District
7/11/2018
18 MTS SJ
8/17/2018
Bandera
05-24-1978 Kathy Anderson DOB 11-29-1967 District 7/30/2018 VOP 4 YRS TDCJAnthony 8/17/2018 Hernandez DOB Bandera Possession of controlledDistrict substance – 1 Warrant Theft – 1 Warrant 7/30/2018 4 YRS TDCJ 8/17/2018 Bandera
Edwards, Patrick
Violation of Probation - Burglary of Habitation
Edwards, Patrick
Violation of Probation - Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon
Faulkner,Wesley Kipp
Assault Causes Bodily Injury Family Member
County
8/3/2018
Villegas,Fernando
Driving while license invalid W/Prev Conv/Susp
County
8/23/2018
$2,000 Surety Bond
Bort, Vincent Slade
Violation of Probation - Burglary of Habitation
8/28/2018
Bandera
Nervarez, Mary Elizabeth
Aggravated Assault with Deadly Weapon (Van Zandt County Warrant)
District Van Zandt County
8/29/2018
Bandera
Garcia, Samuel Joe
Possession of a Controlled Substance PG1 >=4G<200G
District
8/30/2018 8 YRS TDCJ
8/30/2018
Bandera
Garcia, Samuel Joe
Possession of a Controlled Substance PG1 >=4G<200G
District
8/30/2018 8 YRS TDCJ
8/30/2018
Bandera
Christopher Wilson DOB 01-06-1984 VOP – Criminal Mischief – 1 Warrant
Capias Pro-Fine (SubjectsBandera CAN MAKE PAYOFF by contacting our office with cash, cashier’s check, or money order) 8/28/2018
DETAINER LIST INMATE
Age
Race / Sex
CURRENT CHARGE
McMahan, Khristy Anne
49
W/F
Theft of Property => $100 <$750 Theft of Property => $100 <$750
Pitcher, John Truman
43
W/M
Bond Forfeiture - Burglary of Habitation
Pitcher, John Truman
43
W/M
Bond Forfeiture - Bail Jumping and Failure to Appear
Pitcher, John Truman
43
W/M
Bond Forfeiture - Terrorist Threat
Hosmer, Jonathan
44
W/M
Violation of Probation - Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle
3/6/2018
Fritsch, Tiffannie Cherie
34
W/F
Violation of Probation - Forgery
4/16/2018
Mendoza, Eduardo Carreon
22
W/M
Violation of Probation - Escape
Mendoza, Eduardo Carreon
22
W/M
Lewis, Kenneth
34
W/M
Violation of Probation - False Report to Peace Officer
Novak, John
28
W/M
Violation of Pre Supervision Agreement
Bort, Vincent Slade
30
W/M
Violation of Probation - Burglary of Habitation
Lopez, Pedro JR
34
W/M
Theft of Property => $100 <$750
337 RR 337 West P.O. Box 822 Leakey, Texas 78873 (830) 232-6294 (830) 433-1424 Published Each Wednesday Julie Becker/Editor/Publisher Billie Franklin, Sabinal Correspondent
Contributing Writers: Elaine Padgett Carnegie Linda Kirkpatrick
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Released / Transferred Date Released / Transferred to
Texas Department of Corrections Indiana 10/20/2017 Department of Corrections Indiana Ralph Buckles DOB 09-17-1096 Violation 10/20/2017 Department of Corrections of Probation – Racing – 1 Warrant Indiana 10/20/2017 Department of Corrections 5/9/2017
Violation of Probation - Burglary of a Building of CT1 Theft of Property >1500<2000 CT2
HILL COUNTRY HERALD
Date of Detainer
Chad Baldwin DOB 08-15-1971 DWLI / No Liability Insurance - 2 Warrants
Thomas Dean Flora DOB 10-30-1957 Theft of property – 1 Warrant
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NOTICE OF DESTRUCTION OF SPECIAL EDUCATION RECORDS
City of Leakey Mayor: Harry Schneemann Secretary: Dee Dee Wally Office: 830-232-6757 Fax: 830-232-6775 Councilmen: Ken Auld • Roel Gonzalez• Martin Martinez Frankie DeLeon • Hazel Pendley Leakey Volunteer Fire Dept.830-232-4005 Frio Canyon EMS, Inc.830-232-5299 City of Camp Wood Mayor: Jesse Chavez Office: 830-597-2265 Fax: 830-597-5365 email:cityhall@swtexas.net Aldermen: Brianna Taylor • Juan ( Mafy ) Gomez Johnie Wooldridge • Domingo Tobar • Josh Cox Volunteer Fire Dept:830-597-6100 Camp Wood Library: 830-597-3208 Nueces Canyon EMS: 830-597-4200 City of Sabinal Mayor: Charles Story Secretary: Betty Jo Harris Office: 830-988-2218 Councilmembers: Ali Alejandro, Louis “Mando” Landeros, Danny Dean, J. R. Flores, Mike Nuckles, and Andy Schaefer Sabinal Library 830-988-2911 Sabinal Municipal Judge: Anita Herndon 830-988-2630 Justice of the Peace Precinct #2 Bobby G. McIntosh,830- 988-2462 Real County County Judge, W.B. “Sonny” Sansom 830-232-5304 Real County Attorney, Bobby Jack Rushing 830-232-6461 County/District Clerk, D’Ann Green 830-232-5202 Justice of the Peace Dianne Rogers: 830-232-6630 or 830-597-6149 Sheriff, Nathan Johnson 830-232-5201 Real County Constable Kevin Chisum 830-232-5201 Tax Assessor-Collector Donna Brice: 830-232-6210 Treasurer, Mairi Gray 830-232-6627
CLUSTER V SPECIAL EDUCATION CO-OP (Serving Brackett ISD, D’Hanis ISD, Knippa ISD, Leakey ISD, Nueces Canyon CISD, Sabinal ISD, Utopia ISD)
Chief Appraiser Juan Saucedo 830-232-6248 Real County Public Library 830-232-5199 Camp Wood Public Library 830-597-3208 Real County Commissioners: Precinct #1: Manuel Rubio Phone: 830-232-6623 Pct.#2: Bryan Shackelford Phone: 830-232-5756 or 591-4734 (cell) Pct. #3:Raymon Ybarra 830-279-6787 Pct.#4: Joe W. Connell, Sr. 830-597-5159
Special education records which have been collected by the Cluster V Special Education Co-op related to the identification, evaluation, educational placement, or the provision of Special Education in the district, must be maintained under state and federal laws for the period of seven years after Special Education services have ended for the student. Special Education services end when the student is no longer eligible for services, graduates, completes his/her educational program at age 22, or moves from the district. This notification is to inform parents/guardians and former students of Cluster V Special Education Co-op intent to destroy the special education records of students who received Special Education services as of the end of the 2011 school year and prior. These records will be destroyed in accordance with state law unless the parent/guardian or eligible (adult) student notifies the school district otherwise. After seven years, the records are no longer useful to the district, but may be useful to the parent/guardian or former student in applying for social security benefits, rehabilitation services, college entrance, etc. The parent/guardian or eligible (adult) student may request a copy of the records in writing or in person at the following address: Cluster V Special Education Co-op, P.O. Box 577, 900 N. Pickford, Sabinal, TX 78881. If you have any questions, please contact Dr. Lonna Clinch, Director of Special Education, at 830-988-2341. Requests must be received by December 14, 2018. ANUNCIO: Documentos del Departmento de Educación Especial CLUSTER V EDUCACIÓN ESPECIAL CO-OP
(Serviendo Brackett ISD, D’Hanis ISD, Knippa ISD, Leakey ISD, Nueces Canyon CISD, Sabinal ISD, and Utopia ISD) Los Registros de educación especial que han sido recogidos por el Cluster V Educación Especial Coop relacionados con la identificación, evaluación, asignación educacional o la provisión de educación especial en el distrito, deben mantenerse bajo leyes estatales y federales durante un período de siete años después de que han terminado los servicios de educación especial para el estudiante. El final de servicios de educación especial es cuando el estudiante ya no es elegible para servicios, sean graduados, o completa su programa educativo a los 22 años de edad, o se mueve del distrito. Esta notificación es para informar a los padres/tutores y ex alumnos del distrito de que vamos a destruir los registros de educación especial de los estudiantes que no recibían mas servicios de educación especial a partir del final del año escolar 2011 o antes. Estos registros serán destruidos conforme a la ley estatal a menos que el padre/tutor o estudiante (adulto) elegible notifique al distrito escolar lo contrario. Después de siete años, los registros ya no son útiles para el distrito, pero pueden ser útiles para el padre/tutor o ex estudiante de solicitar beneficios de Seguro Social, servicios de rehabilitación, colegio, etc... Los padres o el estudiante (adulto) elegible puede solicitar una copia de los registros por escrito o en persona a la siguiente dirección: Cluster V Educación Especial Co-op, P.O. Box 577, 900 N. Pickford, Sabinal, TX 78881. Si usted tiene alguna pregunta, por favor llame a Dr. Lonna Clinch, Cluster V Director de Educación Especial a 830-988-2341. Las solicitudes deben ser recibidas no más tardar el 14 de diciembre 2018.
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Lots going on at school this week. This morning the students and staff honored our local veterans. I believe all branches of the military were represented with the Leakey American Legion presenting the colors. As the veterans filed in the gym I wondered if our young students really know that these men and women played an important part in protecting our way of life. Do they understand that in order for them to grow up free to chose their religion, free to follow their own beliefs, free to chose where to live and how to live has depended on men and women like those who were filing in before them. I am proud to be part of the Leakey ISD because I know that our teachers strive to enlighten our students to the sacrifice that goes with service. I know that our students are being taught respect for our flag and our nation. I know that our students are held to high standards when it comes to respecting our freedom and holding it precious in their lives. I also wondered what goes on in the
by Angela Downum, LVN Leakey ISD Nurse
minds of our veterans as they sit being recognized for their service. I wonder if they go back to the time that they served and think of those that were unable to make it home to be recognized. Do they really know how valued they are in this nation. Being the child of an Air Force Colonel I was brought up feeling proud that my father did his part to protect this country. But when my son, decided to join the Marines well all that pride seemed to come at a much higher cost. I then felt the fear that my Mother and my Grandmother must
have felt but above the fear was the comfort knowing that he felt enough love of country to serve. Longest years of my life I might add. And I can not think of his service without thinking of the brotherhood he found himself in and the number of his brothers lost not only in Iraq but also when they came home broken and could not face the future. I really did not intend this to turn into all about me but I wanted to share with the community my appreciation of the students and the staff here at Leakey ISD who honored our veterans today. I can not end without encouraging each one of you to come to the Leakey ISD Turkey dinner on the 16 so if you do not know the current students or staff you can meet some of them and also I hope that you take the time to encourage our young Eagles as they head to the regional game on Friday. It is a great day to be an Eagle and a great day to be in Leakey.
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News from the Ag shop The year started off with a bang for the Nueces Canyon FFA as we traveled out with the Leadership Development Teams headed for Sonora and our inaugural run in Area 2. There were some big contrasts from our old district to the new one with the biggest being the size of the contest. In our old district their where ten teams who competed in just about every event while in our new district we faced off with over twenty plus teams in almost every contest. So there was a bit of a learning curve at the enormous size of our
district. The day started with our Radio broadcasting team placing fifth overall out of 21 teams. The team consisted of Shelby Pannell, Dante Flores, and Caiden Childs. Next up were the Creed Speakers. In the Jr. Division We had Kaydie Light place 4th and Mikey Bejarano place 5th out of 27 creed speakers. Then our Sr. Creed speaker Kambryn DeLeon placed 4th out of 31 creed speakers. The Sr. Chapter Conducting team placed third and consisted of Reagan Fox, Shania Falcon, Harleigh Patterson, Leslie Taylor, Payton
Nevarez, Skylar Balderas, Grace Luce, Leila Mosqueda, and Helen Perez. All of these kids have worked extremely hard and represented the School and this old Ag teacher extremely well. Many hours have been spent by the kids and their parents to prepare for these contests and I want to thank them all for their hard work. I learned how this district differs from our old one and I believe next year we will rise even higher in the rankings.
Nueces Canyon FB in the Playoffs The Nueces Canyon Panthers finished off the regular season this past Friday night where they defeated Prairie Lea 62-0. The Panthers now look to take their season to
On The Frio at the Frio Pecan Farm Pavilion 830-232-5022
By AG/FFA Advisor Richard Kramer
By Boys AD Napthali Fletcher
the next level when they take on the Evant Elks in the opening round of the playoffs for the bi-district championship. The game will take place in Paint Rock, TX on November
16th at 7:30 PM. There will be a community PepRally at 7:00 PM Thursday night please come out and support the Panthers. The Panthers currently sit at 7-2.
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On Saturday November 11th, the Prowling Panthers hosted their first game of the new season taking on a new opponent, Fredericksburg Heritage. The game swung in the Panthers’ favor early. N.C. took control with full-court pressure and an up-tempo game. At the end of the first quarter, Big Blue was up 17 - 3. The second quarter was the most even quarter with Heritage holding the Panthers to 12 points. The larger team in green altered some shots, and then the Panthers just simply did not convert on open two-foot jumpers and lay-ups. The Canyon left a good 10 points on the floor with missed opportunities. After a buzzer beating three from Heritage, the teams went into half with the Panthers up 29 - 11. The third quarter uncharacteristically proved to be N.C.’s largest quarter,
primarily due to N.C.’s two leading scorers, Leslie Taylor and Shelby Pannell. Taylor connected from outside, while Pannell made some magic in the paint. Taylor hit three three-pointers on the night to finish with high honors of 24 points and 5 steals. When she wasn’t setting her feet on the perimeter, Taylor was driving and dishing to Pannell who was mixing up different moves on the interior and also finished in double figures with 16 points and 5 rebounds. At the end of the third, the Panthers had netted 22 points. N.C. ran some time off the clock in the fourth and road out their double-digit lead, winning 64 - 29. The victory would have been more satisfying had the Canyon played a bit cleaner game and made their free throws down the stretch. They committed 26 turnovers and were not pressed. On the
plus side, they shot better from the foul line than their last contest ending with 54%. The season is still early, but this will be the emphasis - to clean up their play and capitalize on their opportunities. They will get another chance when they host Sabinal next Tuesday. Other scoring for the Panthers went as follows: Freshman, Genesis Perez, showed her potential scoring 8 points with 5 rebounds. Grace Luce was high rebounder with 8 boards to go with 4 points. Helen Perez showed hustle on the glass pulling down 7 rebounds to go with 3 points. Partners at the point, Aylin Ibarra and Mandie Carabajal, each were good for 4 points, and Cadence Balderas rounded out the action with a free throw.
NCHS Girls Basketball has Begun The NC Panthers’ round-ball action finally got underway in Menard on Tuesday November 6th when the Canyon took on the Yellowjackets for their away opener. The J.V. Girls tipped off first. N.C. suited up 6 to the Jackets’ 5, but numbers had no bearing on the game because N.C. could not capitalize on Menard’s inability to substitute. Instead, the Panthers seemed to be the team in worse shape as they labored running down the floor for most of the game. N.C. also got in a bit of foul trouble early when Skylar Balderas picked up three quick fouls at the beginning of the second quarter. This further hampered N.C.’s ability to press. Compounded by Menard’s hot shooting touch and the Panthers’ strong case of nerves, the end of the first half looked bleak for the Canyon trailing 9 – 20. Luckily in the second half, N.C. finally found their nerves and began to connect on some fast breaks. With a 16-point third quarter, the Panthers actually tied up the ballgame for a brief time. However, Menard answered with another run of their own and pushed the lead back up to a 9-point margin. N.C. didn’t have much left in the tank after that and ran the
game out falling short by 7 points – 32 to 39. N.C. made a valiant effort to keep fighting largely due to Layne Hicks who finally warmed up in transition and from long distance. She led all scorers with 18 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 steals. Also scoring for the Canyon was Nyara Martin who connected on three jumpers, Maddie Williams hit a 3-bomb and a jumper, and Jayci Karnes scored 3. Then in the Varsity game, N.C. again had their hands full with Menard’s 2-3 zone and a nip and tuck score line. The two teams traded baskets for the first quarter. Menards guards did some early damage off of put-backs or slashing shots, but at the end of one N.C. trailed only by 1214. The second quarter was not much different, and both squads went into the half dead even at 22. The Panthers could have had a bigger second quarter, but they left 4 points on the floor right square on the free throw line. It was in the third quarter where Menard went off on the Canyon scoring 19 points. That run put them up by 11 points. N.C. worked hard to chisel down the lead with very physical play on the inside from posts Shelby Pannell, who was the only Panther
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in double figures with a double-double of 10 points and 10 boards, and Grace Luce who finished with 8 points and 8 rebounds. Truly, the Panthers played fairly tough defense, and should have gotten several 5-second calls on the Jackets, but there was a slow count all night. The back breaker was a poor shooting night from the field and the line. N.C. went a forgettable 5 for 20 from the charity stripe and lost by 8, 47-39. Good moments were had by all, even the underclassmen off the bench, but the shooting is going to have to improve for Big Blue, and soon. Other scoring for the Canyon went as follows: Helen Perez made things happen on both sides of the ball coming up with 6 points and 6 steals, Leslie Taylor knocked down 2 three pointers, Mandie Carabajal ran most of the point and finished with 4 points, Aylin Ibarra played her first game in her blues and scored a three pointer and also showed promise, and Cadence Balderas did well off the bench with hustle and put in a jumper. N.C. will next host Fredericksburg Heritage on Saturday Nov. 10th for their first home game.
Hurd on the Hill: Every Veteran Has a Story This week’s Hurd on the Hill column is a truly special edition. In honor of Veterans Day, I asked my Military and Veterans Liaison, Ashley Estep, to tell you why she joined the U.S. Air Force and what motivates her to continue to serve today. I hope you enjoy her story. - Will Along with being a mother, serving in the military is one of the most fulfilling roles I have played. I was eager to serve in our military to be part of something bigger than myself and make a difference. I wanted to assist our men and women in uniform in any way possible. I served in the United States Air Force as a Weapons Director, where I controlled air craft in a tactical environment, such as our fighter jets, bombers and tankers. I have been to places that many just dream of and seen things many cannot imagine. I was assigned to units that would deploy very frequently and can truly say that the men and women I served with are not just military coworkers and fellow servicemembers, but are my family. Serving in the military opened my eyes to different cultures all over the world and gave me a better understanding of people from all walks of life. I’m glad I am able to continue meeting so many incredible people who also wore our nation’s uniform in my current role serving active-duty military and veterans as Military and Veterans Liaison for the 23rd District of Texas. For example, one of my responsibilities is leading the TX23 Veterans History Project, an initiative under the Library of Congress to collect and preserve personal accounts from American combat war veterans. Through this role, I have had the honor of meeting and interviewing some very influential veterans
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throughout South and West Texas. We have laughed together, cried together and shared our military experiences. During our interviews I always make a point to ask, do you find it easier to relate to veterans? In an overwhelming response, the answer is yes. I spend a great deal of my time helping veterans and their families receive answers from the VA and other federal agencies. This is one of the ways that our Congressional office helps constituents and I am proud to do it every day. It does not matter where you served or the time frame you served in, but we as veterans understand each other in a way that is hard to explain. We are a family, and what you do with family is assist and protect each other. This is why my job in the Office of Representative Hurd is so important to me. I enjoy picking up the phone and listening to our veterans and assisting in any way I can. I am honored to meet the people I help when I am crisscrossing TX23’s 29 counties and make face-to-face connections that can’t be made as easily over the phone. Every veteran has a story, and I know each of you knows at least one. I encourage anyone who is reading this to the veterans you know about their stories. Many of us would love to talk about our experiences fighting for our country. As this day carries on and we honor our nation’s veterans, please check on your fellow veteran family members and friends who have returned home. For many of them, the fight is not over. Transitioning back to civilian life can often be just as difficult as deploying. Give them a call, invite them for lunch or dinner. Most importantly, thank them for their service.
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SABINAL HAPPENINGS
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On Sunday, November 18, the Sabinal Ministerial Alliance will hold a Thanksgiving service at 7 p.m. at First Baptist Church. Following the service, a light meal will be served in the south fellowship hall. On Thanksgiving Day from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thanksgiving turkey, dressing, and all the trimmings will be held at First United Methodist Church. This is a free meal, just show up and eat or take it home with you. Meals will be delivered to the home bound also.
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On December 9 at 7 p.m., the community choir will hold their Christmas Cantata at First Baptist Church. Designed to get you into the spirit and share the meaning of Christmas, it is under the direction of Steven Henry. Enjoy the music and rediscover the Christ Child and his miracle birth. A light meal will follow the presentation.
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This evening at 6 p.m., the National Honor Society will be inducting new members. Parents and grandparents, this is a source of pride. We do hope you can make it. Tomorrow, the cafeteria will be serving
Thanksgiving for parents, grandparents, and allow them to sit with their children. Next Wednesday, November 28, a blood drive will be held at the school from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Contact Nurse Cecilia Reyes for more details at 988-2436.
Operation Christmas Child
This week is the time to turn your shoe boxes in at Central Christian Church, so get them ready. Today through Friday, the annex will be open from 2 to 5 p.m.; Saturday hours are from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday hours are from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Monday, November 19, hours are from 9 a.m. to noon. Arrangements can be made for different hours if needed. Contact person is Kathy Sprott. Her phone numbers are home, 830-988-2081 or cell, 830-5918368. Both are local numbers.
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Cataleya Renee Cruz was born on November 7, last Wednesday, at 8:41 p.m. in Uvalde Memorial Hospital. She weighed 5 lb. 9 oz. at birth and was 17 inches long. Proud parents are Bianca Borrego and Albert Cruz. Grandparents are the Joe Borrego, Srs. They are currently making their home in Sabinal.
Central Christian
Veterans were recognized this past Sunday, being asked to stand when their song was played. America was also sung due to Veterans Day. The Wednesday night Bible study will meet in the annex at 6 p.m. It is led by Pastor Jim Fox and the study is on the Book of 1 Peter. The kids in 4 H will be packing the shoe boxes today in the annex.
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all. The following Sunday, November 25, little Madison Offer will be baptized. The movie for this month has been cancelled due to not being able to use the fellowship hall, which remains unfinished at this time. All other events will continue to be held in the annex.
First Baptist
Veterans were honored, followed by the hymn “America the Beautiful”. Music was provided by Jean Wilmoth. Operation Christmas Child boxes were blessed and will be delivered this week. First United Methodist Music, including the sing-along held before the service, was provided by Becky Gring and Tom Bomer. This coming Sunday is set aside for the “Greening of the Church” and sandwiches will be provided for all workers immediately following the service. The next movie night will be on November 30 with the showing of Pocahontas. The time is 6:30 p.m. and the event, drinks, and snacks are free. Just show up for a great evening. Youth meeting for December are set for the 2nd and the 16th. The meeting begins at 5: 30 p.m. The annual church conference will be on December 2 at 2 p.m. at the Hondo Methodist Church, located at 1008 16th Street.
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This past Sunday, hamburgers and chili dogs were served in the small parish hall. Sorry I missed it. It is always good food. The next Religious Education class will be held on Sunday, November 18 from 9: 30 to 10:45 a.m. This is a change from the original schedule.
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The Holidays A Time of Giving and Getting
I use the word getting because the holidays are a great time to gather little or sometimes unknown information on family history. I am heart-broken that so many people truly don’t know anything about their family, as in names of ancestors and their stories. Through no one’s fault, this information is getting lost because of the busy lifestyle that we all live today. I hate to see the names and stories of this generation just lost but that is what is going to happen if people just let it go. You may think that you are not really interested but trust me, someone, somewhere is going to want to know just exactly what you did maybe 50 to 100 years from now. This keeping of records really goes back a very long time like all the way to the time of the caveman. So let us not be the generation that did not keep the stories recorded. I get asked a lot about how do you do this and where do you start and how do you start. It is basically simple and it truly is a fun project. My search began when I was a very young child. My grandmother, Clemmie Taylor Kirkpatrick said that she didn’t know anything about her dad and she sure would like to know about him. I was hooked at that point but it would be many years before I had the answer for her. The very first thing that you need to do, as you take your notes, is to refer to people by their given names. You can refer as I did above, “my grandmother, Clemmie Taylor Kirkpatrick.” If you just say my grandmother or Grandmother or Grandma Kirk, or Mother it is not defining enough. Just trust me that somewhere either you will wonder who you were talking about or as in my case I have letters from distant relatives where they referred to Mom or Grandmother which would then leave me wondering, which one? Then you have to stop and trace it back. So make your task simple by using the given names. And keep good references as to the name of the person who gave you’re the information and the date you got it. Start a simple family tree. You don’t have to purchase a thing right now; all you need is a pen, pencil and some freezer paper. I started out on a strip of freezer paper because it is durable and you can add notes and generations to it. I still have the one that I started fifty years ago! I refer to it to this day still, even though I have a tree in www.ancestry.com. Put your name in the middle of the strip of paper (usually about 2 feet to start or longer), underline it and then put lines to enter your parents, their birth and death information, marital information. I have enclosed a sample with this article and all you need to do is draw it onto your freezer paper. When you you’re your name and your parents you now you have two generations. Then you can add the same information for both of your parents and as you can see your tree is not growing. I just basically kept the names of direct ancestors on this tree. In a note book you can add the brothers and sisters and other stories in the note book. And remember you are just keeping notes. So don’t worry about being neat at this point you just want to have the information where you can refer to it later and know what you have written and who it refers. Gather as much as you can about brothers and sisters because sometime their families hold the keys to information that you need. Photos! Almost everyone has a cell phone, use it. If you are at great aunt Susie’s for Thanksgiving dinner and she just casually mentions that she has a photo of her great grandmother in the front bedroom, ask if you can take a photo of it! Make a note in your notebook who that photo is and where you found it. Email the photo to yourself later, save it to your photo file, print it out and hang it on your wall! And the same with Family Bibles. There is a great amount of information in those Bibles and it usually is
correct. Take a photo of it and update your information later. Many people are nervous about loaning photos or information that is written but most will let you take a photo. There are numerous questions that you can ask that may seem trivial at the time but later may play a big part in locating where the family lived and the time they lived there. It is all a big story but it is your story so enjoy writing it. It you become totally hooked and decide that you want this to be an exciting hobby; I suggest that you subscribe to www.ancestry.com. There is a wealth of information on their site and some misinformation as well but you will be able to figure all of that out through research. And, don’t do like I did many years ago. I didn’t check sources and records when I first started with ancestry.com. Now I am in the process of making sure what I have is correct. But I had no one to tell me back then. I have had a subscription to ancestry.com since almost its beginning, back when the subscription rate was $16 a year and I had to sometimes stretch to pay the $16 but it was my hobby and I have never regretted it. As far as DNA and such, it opens up a whole ‘nuther world! I would strongly suggest that you get at least 3 generations back from yourself, if you can get that before you do the DNA. It will help tie everything together and understand those three confusing letters(DNA)! If you are going to have your DNA test done then to get the best benefit you need to enter a tree in ancestry.com. That really helps you connect with new family connections. DNA can be a big benefit in so many ways. Besides the new family connections it can identify your ethnicity. So, like the commercial, you may have always thought you were German and then find out you are Irish. After you learn to feel your way around in ancestry.com with your DNA, then you need to upload to www.gedmatch.com. It is a fee service that will connect you to even more family member and lots of other genealogy information as well. I am not really that proficient in this area but I am learning. Back to the start of this story, when I started searching for the father of Clemmie Taylor Kirkpatrick I had very little to go on, to be honest all that I had was his name. Clemmie’s mother, Molly Keaton Taylor died in childbirth leaving little Clemmie to be raised by her dad, Daniel Hicks Taylor. That folks is all that I knew. It took years but he was found. His story involves a plantation in Alabama, the Civil War, a boat trip to Texas, a family for awhile, and the Texas Rangers. I am convinced that almost all family mysteries can be solved. This month ancestry.com, 23 and Me and I think familyheritage.com are running specials on their DNA kits. So if you are thinking about finding out the story of you, then you might want to take advantage of it now as most of the specials will end this month around Thanksgiving. Genealogy has been a very rewarding experience. I firmly believe that one things leads to another. Just takes a little time and perseverance.
Water News and River Flows The Rancho Real Crossing still has a lot of water moving thru the culverts with no water going over the top of the road. In September the crossing had a flow of 17,739 gpm and now has a flow of 37,074 gpm again nearly a 2X increase. The Kent Creek has a great flow increase of about 3X going from 4,807 in September to
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12,422 gpm this month. The Mill Creek crossing did not have water going over the roadway but has water going thru all culverts on the north and south end of the crossing, the first time I have seen this in a long time. In September the flow rate was 29,650 gpm and this month increased to 58,375 gpm.
Frio River Place and Fulgham’s both continue to have water over the road and I can not get to the culverts so maybe next month I will have a reading. The crossing at Leakey Springs was at 7,481 gpm in September and dropped to a flow of 6,806 gpm this month; but the water is moving very swiftly.
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Is Renter’s Insurance Worth It? Hi Taylor - I’m planning to buy a house soon but not sure exactly when it’ll happen. In the meantime, is renters insurance worth it? Any tips on what I should look for? Skylar Hey Skylar - If you live in a building, you should have some type of insurance protecting your possessions and peace of mind. Renters insurance is fairly inexpensive and the alternative - losing precious, valuable items - can cost a whole lot. As far as what to look for, here are three factors to think about. 1. Coverage type. You’ll have to choose between actual cash value and replacement value, and this can significantly affect the cost of your policy. If keeping the cost low is your top priority, go with cash value and you’ll get reimbursed for lost items with depreciation and usage factored in. Your TVs and couches won’t get you as much as what you paid for them, but you’ll definitely get something. If you pay a little more on your premium and go with replacement value, your possessions get replaced with new items at an equivalent market price. The choice depends on what you own and what’s available in your budget. I’d probably tend toward cash value to avoid paying too much each month, but you have to think about what matters to you and the risks you might be susceptible to.
2. Option to bundle. If you already have car insurance, get on the horn with your current insurance agent and see what they can offer. Insurers love to bundle for existing clients and you can usually get decent coverage at a nominal cost. Start with your current auto or life insurance provider and then see what other companies have to offer. This is probably the best place to start, even if it isn’t the final solution. 3. Know what’s covered. Renters insurance can leave people in the lurch when they don’t read the fine print. If you live in Houston and your insurance won’t cover damage from flooding, that’s a big hole in your plan. In some cases you have to buy separate policies for specific natural disasters, so you can’t just assume your policy covers against weather patterns and events common to your area. You might have to pay more or find a company with a more inclusive policy. It would be nice if insurance was more straightforward, but it’s unfortunately up to you to do the work and find the right coverage. You never know when you’ll need it, and that means you need to be covered at all times. Change your policy once you finally buy a house and take advantage of renters insurance now. Good luck, Skylar!
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Property 8: LAST ONE! 7+ acre lot located in Rio Frio. RNR Ranch. Beautiful & flat bottomland with large oaks. $75,000 Property 10: 31.05 acres. Just off Hwy. 41 in far NW Real County. Fairview Ranch. Neat little hunting place! $93,150 Property 11: 22 ac. w/cabin, electricity, strong spring and views for miles! Located ~1 mi. off RR336. $135,000 Property 12: 5+ ac north of Leakey w/2400 sq. ft. metal bldg. Hwy. frontage. Some elevation for great views. $179,000 Property 13: 28 ac. w/cute 1BD/1BA cabin and creek frontage in Rancho Real. 631 Riemer Rd. $179,000 Property 15: 6.5 acres in Concan with over 500’ of frontage on Hwy. 83! Nice & flat w/oaks. NO restrictions! $185,000 NEW PRICE Property 16: 36 acres in Spring Country Ranch. Wooded w/deep draws & dry creek. 1 mile from spring fed pond/park area. $91,000 Property 17: 5 acres fronting Hwy. 127 in Concan Ranch. All utilities + outbuildings. Close to the Frio and Neals. $79,000 PENDING Property 18: 22 acs. about 20 min. from Rocksprings. Easy access from Hwy. 41. Electric & small cabin. $74,800 Property 19: 15 acres with seasonal creek. Remote yet civilized! Views in every direction. Easy access & electricity available. $140,000 Property 29 : 170 acs. +/- WILL DIVIDE Hwy. 337W frontage. Views for miles! $3900 per acre NEW Property 33:Blanco Creek Ranch is 158 acs. near Concan. Fronts on Hwy. 127. Ag Exempt. Elec., well & septic. MUST SEE! $741,825 Property 40: 17.6 acres w/Frio frontage! Close to Leakey. Several building sites. Electricity nearby. $230,000 Property 58: Watering Hole Ranch is 160 ac. w/3 AC lake, charming (fully furnished) ranch house. 6735 Hwy. 173 N., Bandera, TX $1,672,000 Property 59-67: Gorgeous acreage homesites ranging from 6 to 13 acres. 6 mi. north of Bandera. Elec. avail. $81,600- $163,200
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THE HUBBARD FAMILY AND THE WYLDEN HUBBARD MEMORIAL WOULD LIKE TO EXPRESS OUR SINCERE THANKS FOR ALL OF THE WORK AND DEDICATION TO EVERYONE WHO HELPED MAKE THIS YEAR’S MEMORIAL CELEBRATION A SUCCESS. THANK YOU TO ALL OF THE WORKERS, SPONSORS, FAMILY AND FRIENDS! WE WORK EACH YEAR TO SUPPORT THE WYLDEN HUBBARD MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP. EACH YEAR A DESERVING STUDENT IS GIVEN THE REWARD OF OUR HARD WORK TO FURTHER THEIR EDUCATION. THANK YOU!
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O B I T U A R I E S Paul Vernon Whitney Jr.
James H. Coleman
Roy “Buddy” Gilleland
(March 7, 1937 - October 28, 2018)
(July 3, 1925 - November 3, 2018)
(December 27, 1935 - November 7, 2018)
Paul Vernon Whitney Jr. of Leakey, Texas went to be with his Heavenly Father on Sunday, October 28, 2018 in Uvalde, Texas. He was born in Columbus, Ohio on March 7, 1937 to Paul Vernon Whitney Sr. and Dorothy Meyer Whitney. Paul received a Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Ohio State and later obtained his MBA. He served in the United States Airforce and was Honorably Discharged as a Captain. On May 3, 1980 Paul married the love of his life Kathy. They were happily married for 38 years. Paul had a 37-year career with Dupont and after Retirement worked 10-years for BHP Engineering. Paul also designed and built Custom Homes, Apartments, and Duplexes. He was family oriented and always there when needed. Paul was an avid hunter and loved the outdoors. He was quite the prankster and always loved a good joke. Paul will be greatly missed by family and friends who take comfort knowing he is with his Heavenly Father. Paul was preceded in death by his parents, Paul and Dorothy Whitney, and infant son, Stephen Kyle Whitney. Those left to honor and cherish his memory are his loving wife, Kathy Whitney; sons, Butch Hynes and his wife Sharon, Kenny Hynes and his wife Lea, and Chris Hynes and his wife Kristine; seven grandchildren; one great-grandchild; sister, Faye (Whitney) Burge and her husband Richard; numerous nieces and nephews. Memorial service for Paul Whitney Jr. will be held at 10:00 a.m. Monday, November 19, 2018, at St. Raymond Catholic Church of Leakey, Texas. Officiant Father Ken Dakin. In honor of Paul memorials may be sent to Frio Canyon EMS, P.O. Box 830, Leakey, TX 78873 or Uvalde Hospice, 1038 Garner Field Road, Uvalde, TX 78801. Arrangements are under the personal care of Nelson Funeral Home of Leakey, Texas. The family invites you to leave a condolence at www.nelsonfuneralhomes.net
James H. Coleman of Camp Wood, Texas passed away Saturday, November 3, 2018 at his home in Camp Wood. He was born July 3, 1925 in Animas, New Mexico to Lewis Coleman and Ada Mayfield Coleman. James served in World War II, as a Merchant Marine. He Retired from Dow Chemical Company where he worked as a foreman. James married Eileen Greer on December 24th, 1948. They would have celebrated their 70th Anniversary this December. Those left honor and cherish his memory are his loving wife, Eileen Greer Coleman of Camp Wood, Texas; daughters, Lynne Dafoe and husband Cary of Houston, Texas, Judy Nadolny and husband Kenneth of Houston, Texas; son, Steven Coleman and wife Patricia of Houston, Texas; grandchildren, Jeremy Dafoe of Houston, Texas, Stacy O’Hara and husband Patrick of McKinney, Texas; great-grandchildren, Brandon, Logan, and Faith O’Hara all of McKinney, Texas. James was preceded in death by his parents, Lewis and Ada Coleman; brothers, Bill Coleman, Gene Coleman, and Jerry Coleman. James had many well-liked friends and especially looked forward to his monthly card games. He will be greatly missed. Funeral service was held 2 p.m. Tuesday, November 6, 2018, at the Garden of Memories Cemetery Camp Wood, Texas. Officiant Brother Glenn Connell. Arrangements are under the personal care of Nelson Funeral Home of Camp Wood, Texas. The family invites you to leave a condolence at www.nelsonfuneralhomes.net
Roy “Buddy” Gilleland passed away suddenly at his home on Wednesday November 7, 2018. He was born in Uvalde County on December 27, 1935. You could always find him with his dad who nicknamed him “Buddy” which stuck, leading all of the family to call him that as well. His early childhood was spent in Leakey, Montell, and other various places in the immediate area. As he grew into manhood, he wanted to experience many different places and try many different jobs traveling from Texas to New Mexico, Alaska, Nevada, Montana, Colorado, and various other places. Along the way the one job he cherished and spoke of often was working on the Alaska Pipeline as well as driving the ice roads in Alaska. He lived in Alaska for 18 years. He spent two years in the Army during the Korean conflict era. Buddy’s life and travels were something that no book could ever hold. He was a man of a thousand stories and you could say he never met a stranger. Everyone was a friend, and he had stories for all including his work in Alaska, his numerous ‘gigs’ during the musical time of his life, his auctioneering and the training there of, his truck driving experiences, his construction days, his time ranching and cowboying, and many others, too numerous to mention. After decades of work, struggle and adventures, he returned to spend the last 20 years with his bride Joni, here in the canyon where it all began. To him this time was not what most people would consider a retirement. He found joy hauling or working on heavy equipment, and looking for things that needed his attention. We all shivered when he made the statement “I was thinking” because we knew somewhere along the way it was going to include work. His sudden death came as a surprise to all of us, but he passed in a way he had always prayed for. He was happy that morning, feeling good on a beautiful day doing something he loved and enjoyed. Who could ask for anything more? Those left to honor and cherish his memory are his spouse: Joni Gilleland whom he still referred to as His Bride for 20 years of Camp Wood Texas; children and spouses, Monty Blake Gilleland and wife Jana of Saudi Arabia, La Dena Gilleland of Utah, Stephani Lukes of Alaska, Carmen Medley of Nevada, Penina Weaver and husband Doug of Camp Wood Texas; step children and spouses who he thought of as his own, Pamela Neiry and spouse Louis San Miguel Camp Wood, Texas, Jamie Beach and wife Patricia of Alvarado, Texas, George Beach and wife Marie of Loveland, Colorado, Paula Kern and husband Bryan of Greeley Colorado. Other family members left to honor and cherish his memory are his brother and sister, Lady Vaughn and her husband Gene of Camp Wood TX, Roy Wilson Gilleland, Jr. and his wife Mary of Gonzalez TX; grandchildren, Jonathan, Kylie, Austin, Evan, Dakota, Crystal, Josh, Angel, Jamie, Kassandra, Kaitlynn, Karlee, Breanna, Justyn, Brandon, Brooke, Stephan, Lily, Grace, Jacob, LaTrina, LaTriece, Jarrel, Meliah, Demetrious; several great grandchildren; numerous nieces and nephews. Buddy was preceded in death by his father, Roy Wilson Gilleland Sr., mother, Alice Penina Jeffers Gilleland, two brothers, Skip Gilleland, Sug Reisinger, and sister, La Nita Battistoni. Memorial service for Roy Blake “Buddy” Gilleland will be held at First Baptist Church of Barksdale, Texas on Saturday, November 17, 2018 at 1pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Nelson Funeral Home to assist in final expenses. Arrangements are under the personal care of Nelson Funeral Home of Camp Wood, Texas. The family invites you to leave a condolence at www.nelsonfuneralhomes.net
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St. Raymond Catholic Church 2nd and Mountain St. P O Box 989 Leakey, TX 78873 830.232.5852 Mass: 5:30pm Saturday 6:00 pm 1st and 3rd Wednesdays Parish Priest Fr. Adrian Adamik Rectory: 830.683.2165 St. Mary Catholic Church Hwy 187 Vanderpool, TX Mass: 9:00am Sunday Contact:830.966.6268 St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church Camp Wood, TX Mass: 11:30am Sunday Sacred Heart of Mary Catholic Church 401 N Hwy 377 P O Box 877 Rocksprings, TX 78880 830.683.2165 Mass: 9:00am Sunday Reál County Church 121 Oak Hill Ste. 4 Leakey, Texas Sunday School: 10:00am Worship: 11:00am Evening Worship: 6:00pm Wednesday Bible Study: 7:00pm Preacher: Charlie Gant
Cattleya Zoe Zamudio
(September 26, 2018 - October 27, 2018) Our Little Angel Cattleya Zoe Zamudio of Rocksprings, Texas went to be with her Heavenly Father on Saturday, October 27, 2018. She was born in Kerrville, Texas on September 26, 2018 to Manuel Zamudio and Victoria Ramirez. She was preceded in death by her great grandfathers Johnny Hernandez and Jose Arispe Sr.; great grandparents Francisco and Ernestina Ramirez. Those left to honor and cherish her memory are her father Manuel Zamudio; her mother Victoria Ramirez; great-great grandmother Lupe Falcon; great grandmothers Silvia Falcon and Amelia Arispe; grandparents Victoriano and Vicenta (Bebe) Ramirez and Manuel and Dominga Zamudio; siblings Urijah R. Zamudio, Rodolfo R. Zamudio, Mia A. Franco, Miley A. Franco, Jasmine and Travis Sorrells, Lui and Jackie Trevino and Alonzo Trevino. Other family members left to honor and cherish her memory are her nephews Spencer Sorrells and Aayden Trevino; niece Maycee Trevino; aunts and uncles Victoriano and Jessica Ramirez, Sophia Lane Ramirez, Adrian and Sarah Ramirez, Evelyen, Harper, and Bextley Ramirez, Alex and Joclyne Ramirez, Maximus Ramirez, Abellyca and Darren Ramirez, Kristy and Javier Fuentez, Audrina, Javier Jr., Izaiah, Justin, and Olivia Rodriguez, Jeremiah, Josiah, Landon, Kaydon, Rachael and Mark Jimenez, and David Ortega. Pallbearers included Tano Ramirez, Adrian Ramirez, Justin Rodriguez, Javier Fuentez, Alex Ramirez, and Lui Trevino. Viewing was held 12 noon to 8 p.m. Friday, November 9, 2018 at Nelson Funeral Chapel, Rocksprings, TX with Recitation of the Holy Rosary at 7 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial was held 11 a.m. Saturday, November 10, 2018 at Sacred Heart of Mary Catholic Church, Rocksprings, Texas. Officiant Father Adrian Adamik. Burial followed in the Rocksprings Cemetery. The family invites you to leave a condolence at www.nelsonfuneralhomes.net Arrangements are under the personal care of Nelson Funeral Home of Rocksprings, Texas.
Come and Worship With Us 979-743-1066 Frio Canyon Baptist Church Pastor Michael Howard Hwy 83 South Leakey, TX (830) 232-5883 Sunday School: 9:45am Worship Service: 11:00am Evening Worship: 6:00pm Wed. Prayer: 6:30pm First Baptist Church P O Box 56 Hwy 83N Leakey, TX Pastor: Mark Spaniel Bible Study: 10:00am Worship: 11:00am Evening Worship: 6:00pm Wednesday Prayer: 7:00pm Mon-Fri Daily Prayer 11:00am 830.232.5344 Living Waters Church Hwy 1050 Utopia, TX 830.966.2426 Sunday School: 9:30 am Worship: 10:30 am Wednesday: 7:00pm Youth Alive: Saturday 7:00pm Children’s Church 2nd & 4th Sunday
@10:30 Youth Pastor Josef & Christy Richarz Pastor Dr. Robert Richarz Church in the Valley Hwy 83 Leakey, TX 78873 830.232.6090 Pastor Ray Miller Sunday School: 9:45am Worship: 10:45am Childrens Church 11 Evening: 6:00pm Wed. Service 6:30 Fellowship (2nd & 4th) 7:00pm
New Fellowship Church Hwy 337 & Camino Alto Leakey, TX 830.232.4287 Sunday School: 9:45am Pastor: Greg Mutchler Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship 10:45 a.m. Evening 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Service and Youth 6:30 p.m. Leakey Church of Christ One Block N of Courthouse Leakey, TX 78873 830.232.6933 Sunday School: 10:00am Come and Worship: 10:45am Evening: 6:00pm Wednesday: 7:00pm
Concan Church of Christ Hwy 83 Concan 830.232.4058 Ministers: Paul Goodnight and Ray Melton Sunday School: 10:00am Com and Worship: 11:00am Evening: 6:00pm Wednesday: 7:00pm Concan Baptist Mission 23169 N Hwy 83, Concan, TX 830-232-4058 Minister: Chris Potter Sunday School: 10:00 am Sunday Worship: 11:00 am Wednesday Bible Study: 7:00 pm
Cowboy Church in the Nueces River Canyon HWY 55 N @ Angel Wings Cafe’ PO Box 158 Barksdale, TX 78828 (830) 234-3180 or 2345170 5th Sunday 6:30 pm and Every Tuesday @ 6:30 pm United Methodist Church P O Box 417 419 N. Market Leakey, TX 78873 830.232.6266
Pastor: Rev. Walter Prescher Adult Sunday School: 9:30 am Worship: 11:00 am Children’s Church: 11:10 am Wednesday: 5:30 pm, Youth Group, Grades 7-12 Mt. Home Divide Chapel Hwy. 41 (near YO gate) 121 Divide School Rd. 640-3307 2nd Sun: 2:30 p.m. Wed.: 11a.m. Bible Study Reagan Wells Baptist Church 8415 Ranch Road 1051 830-232-5504 Pastor: Rick Smith Sunday School: 9:45 am Sunday Services: 10:50 am & 6:00 pm Wednesday Service: 7:00 pm Sabinal Church of Christ Sunday school 10 a.m. Worship 11 a.m & 6.p.m. Wednesday 6 p.m. Minister David Sprott 830-988-2081
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JUST FOR GRINS by John Kerr, Director of Foundation Camps jkerr@hebuttcamp.org
Speaking of hunting- the only thing that anyone is talking about right now, about 15 years ago I got it into my head that I needed a true solo hunting experience. The ultimate test of manhood where a hunter must rely on his skills of survival in the wilderness. A place where Kodiak Bears and timber wolves present the alarming reality that mankind may not be at the top of the food chain. I would go to Alaska, and test myself under the most severe environment known to man. My quarry would be the Mulchatna Arctic Caribou! For weeks, I poured over every piece of advice I could find- written, verbal, or on-line. I assembled my gear with grave concern for the winter conditions I would be faced with. I spent my life savings on the latest layered synthetic clothing, because in the wet, cold Alaskan winter, cotton kills! After 15 hours, and 3 flights from Houston, I bent myself into something resembling my former shape, and found myself in a remote Eskimo Village called Iliamna. Now this was living! Actually, on second thought, it was hard living. Everyone seemed to walk around with a permanent wince. I guess they were so acclimated to the severe winters, that wincing seemed normal. No problem, it would do me good to spend a few days in the far north, hardening my southern softsided weakness. My plan was to be dropped off by plane in the Mulchatna River Valley where I would be left for a week smack dab in the center of thousands of square miles of the arctic tundra. My gear could weigh no more than 85 pounds including food and firearms. I climbed through the airframe into the back seat of a tandem Piper Supercub (basically, a go-kart with wings). Now this, I thought, was the way man was meant to fly! Immediately after that thought, though, my second thought was this was the way man was meant to die- that man being me! These old bush planes bounce around in the air quite a lot, and I rememberd reading somewhere that in Alaska, there are old bush pilots, and bold bush pilots, but there are no old, bold bush pilots. Needless to say, being that the guy I was strapped in this crate with couldn’t have been more than 25, and having that crazy look in his eyes, I was more than nervous. After buzzing around a few hundred feet over the ground for a couple of hours, Mike the pilot, pointed down to the left and said BOO! I wasn’t sure why he was trying to scare me because I was already petrified out of my mind, but I looked down anyway, and realized what he was signaling. There, two hundred right below our plane was a gigantic herd of caribou stretching as far as
SOUTH TO ALASKA!
the horizon! Alaskan state rules don’t allow folks to fly and hunt the same day. Otherwise, people would just land in the middle of the herd, blast away, and take the sport out of it. The trick, therefore, is to assess the caribou’s directional movement, and fly a day’s caribou march in front of the herd. That way, you could intercept them the next morning as they migrated to their winter breeding grounds. Mike located a likely shelf-like meadow, and after buzzing the ground to look for rocks, he slipstreamed his plane into a headwind, and made a nifty landing righty on the edge of a mountainous plateau. After unloading my gear, he bade me good fortune, fired up his flying machine, and flew off into the wild blue yonder. I stood listening to the fading drone of his engine until it was absolutely quiet, and there I stood- utterly alone. I mean alone alone! I shrugged off the momentary panic, and began sorting out my pile of gear. It was unseasonably warm. Really warm, in fact, and it wasn’t long before I had stripped down to short sleeves, and being exposed in sweat, I became a target for 7 trillion mosquitos! I had just enough provisions for 2 meals per day plus a six-pack of Nehi orange soda to be sacredly guarded only for celebrating my successful hunt. A couple of hours later, after having guzzled my 3rd Nehi, and 6 of my 14 freeze-dried rations of chili mac (which must have been portioned for a toddler) I heard the familiar sound of a plane, and sure enough, it was Mike bringing the second hunter in our party. I know I told you that I was planning to be alone, but my wife wouldn’t let me go by myself! It’s a good thing too because it’s surprising how lonely a person can get when left alone in the wilderness for 3 hours, and I weeped with joy while hugging my hunting buddy like I hadn’t seen another soul for 6 months! Then I asked Mike if he could bring me another six-pack of soda and a few more rations of chili mac just in case I ran out. He said he’d see what he could do. We spent the evening setting up camp, and sitting around the campfire strategizing the next morning’s hunt. Suddenly, a small band of caribou trotted right next to camp! Wow, this was going to be easier than we thought. Soon another group of about a hundred or so stopped to graze a scant fifty yards away. Presently, a herd of somewhere between seven and a hundred thousand caribou parted their masses, and walked on both sides of our tents within rock throwing distance! The tendons in their hooves make snapping sounds when they walk, and
they were so close that it sounded like a thundering rain storm! After they went around us, they rejoined their numbersreturning into a big amorphous mob, grunting and bobbing their antlers in the evening twilight. No, I’m not kidding, and I have picture of trophy bulls nibbling on our tent strings to prove it! Dumbfounded at the sheer numbers of creatures before us, we each popped a top on a Nehi to celebrate this once in a lifetime moment, recognizing that it would be the most majestic natural spectacle that we would ever witness. The next morning, we eagerly opened the flaps of our tents, rifles ready for anything, and stared blankly at a vast landscape of tundra- chalk full of no caribou! Even with our spotting scopes we couldn’t find one single live animal for miles. We found out that this phenomenon of game being thick as flees one day, and completely gone the next is common when hunting in Alaska. In the end, I finally bagged a decent bull. I had to trudge through 600 miles of wet, boggy tundra to get him, but I finally made the shot at 342 yards. Hit him right behind the shoulder too! State rules require that you must transport all edible meat from the carcass back to your camp. Since camp was 3 miles away, you can imagine my elation when Mike flew over my location, saw that I had a bull down, decided that he could land safely, and loaded my harvest into his plane right there on the spot. Given the chore of hauling 300 lbs. of meat for 2 days, I considered it a reprieve from labor equated in scope to winning the lottery, and never having to work another day in my life! On a more dismal note, we proclaimed mosquitos as the Alaskan state bird, the temperature never got below 75 degrees, and I had to use Spam as cooking oil for some Grayling Trout that I caught in a nearby stream. By the end of the week, our synthetic layered clothes were so grimy that they could go hunting without us! We were completely spent from “surviving” the arctic wilderness, and the faint hum of Mike’s plane in the distance coming to retrieve us was met with 5 grown men crying with joy like school girls. I’m sure that if we’d stayed one more day, we would not have escaped certain death from thirst, starvation, exposure to the state birds, and listening to Joe brag about his trophy bull! Looking back, it was quite the adventure. Not exactly like I thought it would be, but then it never is, is it? To all my fellow hunters down here in the south, have a great and safe season. “Aim small, miss small!”
NOVEMBER…NATIONAL EPILEPSY AWARENESS MONTH Our Mission The mission of the Epilepsy Foundation is to lead the fight to overcome the challenges of living with epilepsy and to accelerate therapies to stop seizures, find cures, and save lives. Epilepsy is the 4th most common neurological disease in the nation. In fact, 1 in 26 people will be diagnosed with epilepsy at some point in their lifetime. Yet epilepsy remains misunderstood by the general public, discriminated against, and underfunded in research initiatives. Anyone can have epilepsy, and everyone should know about the prevalence, impact and seizure first aid. That’s why November Epilepsy Awareness Month (NEAM) is so important. It’s our chance to teach others what a seizure is and is not. Let’s dare to imagine a community free of stigma, fear and discrimination against epilepsy. Throughout the month of November, the EFEPA will work to educate individuals and communities about epilepsy through educational conferences, events, lighting up cities purple, social media, and reaching out to recognize November as Epilepsy Awareness Month. We believe that people living with epilepsy need to know about the potential deadly impact of a single seizure and how they can strive to #AimForZero seizures to reduce their risk of Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy (SUDEP). That’s why for the 2017 National Epilepsy Awareness Month, we’re partnering with the Epilepsy Foundation of America to support their #AimForZero Campaign. This movement encourages people with epilepsy to adopt four critical actions to reduce their risk of SUDEP: · Take medication as prescribed · Get enough sleep · Limit alcohol · Strive to stop seizures Putting these behaviors into action can be challenging for people with epilepsy — and their efforts must be supported by caregivers and healthcare team members. What is SUDEP? It is the sudden,
unexpected death of someone with epilepsy, who was otherwise healthy. In SUDEP cases, no other cause of death is found when an autopsy is done. Each year, about 1 in 1,000 adults and 1 in 4,500 children with epilepsy die from SUDEP. This is the leading cause of death in people with uncontrolled seizures. In June of 2018 the fight against epilepsy in the US gained a new tool when the FDA legalized Medical marijuana. Cannabinoids are substances in medical cannabis that act on cells in the body, including the brain. The FDA recently approved the use of Epidiolex (a plant-based formulation of CBD) to treat seizures for people 2 years of age and older with Dravet syndrome and Lennox-Gastaut syndrome (LGS). Medical cannabis, CBD, and THC all have possible side effects. The most common side effects of CBD included sleepiness, diarrhea, fatigue, and decreased appetite. CBD also interacts with some other seizure medicines. The use of cannabis to treat epilepsy and other neurological conditions has been studied for a number of years. What does FDA approval of Epidiolex (CBD) mean? The FDA approval of Epidiolex will soon bring to market the first plant-based drug derived from the cannabis plant in the U.S. Before it can be distributed on the market, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) must place it on the Drug Schedule and states must create a pathway for it. Read an FAQ to learn more. Does cannabis really help seizures? Early evidence from laboratory studies over a number of years suggest that cannabidiol (CBD) could help control seizures. Epidiolex is a purified (> 98% oil-based) CBD extract from the cannabis plant. It is produced by Greenwich Biosciences (the U.S. based company of GW Pharmaceuticals) to give known and consistent amounts in each dose. Researchers studied this medicine in controlled clinical trials. Summarized below are the results from the recently published study in the New
England Journal of Medicine, from May 2018. This study showed that the addition of CBD to a traditional seizure medication decreased the frequency of drop seizures significantly in children and adults with LGS. A number of clinical trials are active and recruiting people, including studies using Epidiolex in people with Tuberous Sclerosis Complex and Sturge-Weber Syndrome. It is important to know that even though marijuana is a plant, it is broken down in a person’s liver like many medicines. People mistakenly believe that marijuana is completely safe because it is a plant or oil from a plant. However, medication interactions can occur. What are the laws governing medical marijuana? Over half of U.S. states have laws allowing cannabis to be recommended and dispensed to people for medical reasons. However, this conflicts with federal laws. There are also federal restrictions on cannabis research. This can mean physicians who choose to follow the state laws on medical use of marijuana could be breaking a federal law. The FDA’s recent approval of Epidiolex will allow medical providers to prescribe this medication when indicated, similar to how they are able to prescribe other seizure medications. Before it can be distributed on the market, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) must place it on the Drug Schedule and states must create a pathway for it. Read an FAQ to learn more. Providers will not need a special license or certificate to prescribe Epidiolex. Epidiolex is the first and only plant-based treatment derived from cannabis for use as a treatment for seizures with FDA approval. Other formulations of medical cannabis have not been approved by the FDA. Some states have acted to include protections for physicians, but they must be aware of both federal and state laws and the potential implications. A clearer understanding of the laws governing this issue is needed.
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#20 – New Listing! 18.55 AC Rancho Real - North of Leakey, remote hunting property, native cover, adjacent to large ranch $111,300 #23 – HUGE REDUCTION! 20.16 AC with 4WD Access, furnished hunter’s cabin with rainwater & solar harvest, blinds, feeders, generator, wood burning stove $75,000 #10 – New Listing! 34.56 AC in prestigious gated Crown Mountain Ranch, 42’ x 36’ Barndominium, RV hookup, electricity, 2 water meters, ready for hunting with blinds & feeders in place, Axis, Blackbuck, Whitetail, turkey & quail. Low taxes with both Agriculture & Wildlife Tax Exemptions in place! $274,900 #5 – New Listing! 5.16 AC Beautiful Mountain Views from this cleared lot West of Leakey, Electric & Water available, gated entry, paved streets, reasonable restrictions $69,995 #12 – 10.77 AC remote hunting, plenty of cover for native & exotic game, new entrance & gate, access to park & swimming area $43,080 #22 – Immaculate 3/2 Home on corner lot Emerald Oaks, open concept, chef’s kitchen, 2 car garage, oak trees, shown by appt., additional land may be available $215,000 #11 – 5.27 AC adjacent to Roaring Springs park, electric meter & pad, great views, access to 50 AC spring fed park for swimming, fishing $57,000 #7 – 6.57 Wooded Acres Deer Creek, electricity, fenced, minutes to Garner State Park & Frio River, gated subdivision for privacy $96,550 #1 – Gorgeous 3 BD/2 BA 2 Story Log Home with sweeping views overlooking Concan & Frio Canyon, large deck, outside patio area, Frio River Access, hasn’t been in rental pool, but could be $329,000 #16 – 20.60 AC Frio Canyon acreage with current Agriculture Tax Evaluation, no improvements, no HOA, deep soil, partial fencing, near Garner State Park & Frio River. Additional acres with improvements may be available $206,000 #9 – 6.28 AC Off Scenic RR 337 West of Leakey, access to spring fed swimming area, fishing lake, hiking, gated community $54,900 #18 – Beautiful Panoramic Views from this 1.01 AC Concan lot, water & electric available, clubhouse with pool, hiking, fishing pond, gated community, minutes to Garner State Park & Frio River $55,000 #13 – FRIO RIVER ACCESS – 3 BD/2 BA Home, covered patio, carport, access 2 Private River parks, gated community near Leakey $125,000 #8 – Nueces River Access 2.28 AC water & electric available, views of surrounding hills, walking distance to private river park, gated community $46,000 #3 – 2 BD/1 BA Brick Home on 2+ Fenced AC in Leakey with 2 vehicle carport, metal pole barn, lots of Oak & Pecan trees, great starter or retirement home $185,000 #24 – Income Producing Business on 10 AC near Garner State Park, fronts Hwy 83, 8 rental cabins, 2 RV sites, fully equipped restaurant with seating for 90, BBQ kitchen with built in pit. Possible owner financing, with approved credit. $1.2 million #21 – 15.66 AC just outside Leakey with approx..1200 ft Creekfront, small cozy cabin, water available, mature oak trees, easy access, pretty views $264,500 #29 – 3.58 AC N. of Leakey, fronts Hwy 83, water & electric available, great sweeping view of hills $75,000 #44 – 5.601 AC Sabinal Riverfront, huge Cypress Trees, beautiful view of river, gated community (Owner/Agent) $215,000 #45 - Sabinal Riverfront Lot, Hwy 187 front, Utopia, joins #46 (Owner/Agent) $75,000 #46 – Fronts Sabinal River & Hwy 187 just outside Utopia, metal 2 car storage bldg., joins #45 (Owner/Agent) $85,000 #31 – 7 AC Hillside views, 3/2 Home overlooking spring-fed lake which is part of 50 AC park for gated community of Roaring Springs with hiking trails, swimming & picnic area $199,000 #57 – 1.07 AC Concan adjacent & access to community clubhouse/swim pool, water system, underground utilities, paved street, build on to rent. OWNER TERMS $5000 down, 7%, 10 yr, $464.44 per month (Owner/Broker) $45,000 #26 – 2.28 AC Heavily treed lot with Nueces River access at private river park, water & electric already in place (joins Prop. #25) $40,000 PENDING #14 – 9.31 AC Spring Fed Creek, remote & private, 3/2 house w/screened porch & FP, well, electricity, workshop, fruit trees. Possible owner terms, with approved credit $125,000 PENDING
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The Upper Nueces-Frio Soil & Water Conservation District 2019 Poster & Essay Contest The Upper Nueces-Frio SWCD #238 is sponsoring the annual Poster and Essay Contest for 2019. This year it will be held on January 9th, 2019, about a month earlier than past contests. Below are rules the Texas State Soil & Water Conservation Board (TSSWCB) has for the contests so be sure to read and follow those. Both the 2019 Poster and Essay Contest topics are: “Life in the Soil: Dig Deeper”. Poster Contest: The Poster Contest is open to boys and girls ages 12 years and under and does not jeopardize Texas Interscholastic League eligibility. Two winning entries at the District level will be sent to the Texas State Soil & Water Conservation Board for competition at the Area II level in Temple. Poster Contest Rules: (1) All poster entries shall be on standard poster board, cut to half size (22” by 14”). (2) All entries shall address the contest topic; the topic shall be printed (with correct spelling) at the top of the poster. (3) Posters are judged on adherence to the topic, artwork and correct spelling. (4) All Poster entries must have the student’s full name, name of school and teacher, grade and age written on the back. Essay Contest: The Essay Contest is open to two age divisions: Junior Division: Ages 13 and under (maximum 300 words); Senior Division: Ages 14 to 18 (maximum 500 words.) Essay Contest Rules: (1) All Essays must be typed on plain 8.5 X 11” standard paper. (2) Must include a cover sheet containing the student’s full name, grade and age, school district and teacher’s name. This year a total of two winning Poster Contest entries, and two winning Essay Contest entries in each age category District wide, will be sent to the Texas State Soil & Water Conservation Board for competition at the Area II level in Temple. Unless notified otherwise, the following is the schedule for pick up: Nueces Canyon CISD: Poster and Essay Contest entries will be picked up on Monday afternoon, January 7th, 2019 by 1:30 p.m. Rocksprings ISD: Poster and Essay Contest entries will be picked up at the Elementary and High School Offices on Monday afternoon, January 7th, 2019 by 2:30 p.m. Leakey ISD: Poster and Essay Contest entries will be picked up on Wednesday morning by 12:00 noon on January 9th, 2019. Additionally, entries in both contests may be dropped off at the Upper Nueces-Frio Soil & Water Conservation District Office in the USDA Building, 100 S. Sweeten St. in Rocksprings during regular business hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. starting Monday, January 7th until 12:00 noon on January 9th, 2019. Additional information is available by calling the Upper Nueces-Frio Soil and Water Conservation District Office at (830) 6832187, ext. 103
GRANNY’S KITCHEN BACK TO BASICS.... THANKSGIVING MAKE AHEADS We are officially 15 days away from Thanksgiving! So, I will be featuring make ahead sides that can be cooked and frozen until the big day. If you are like me the eats are great, but it is those precious moments with gathered family that matter most! Make ahead(s) cut down on your kitchen time and let you have more time to enjoy your family and holiday! Happy Cooking!
MASHED POTATO CASSEROLE
Thanksgiving Day can be a real hassle preparing all the sides, but this make-ahead mashed potato casserole can take some of your troubles away. Prep this mashed potato casserole the day before, put it in the fridge, then stick it in the oven for 45 minutes on Thanksgiving Day, and enjoy a perfect potato dish for your homemade gravy. 4 lbs. russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces (8 or 9 medium to med-large potatoes) 2 yellow onions, coarsely chopped about 2 cups 1 tbsp. vegetable oil 2 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped 3/4 cup vegetable broth, (I use Better than Bouillon, seasoned veg. base, 1 1/2 tsp.) 1/2 cup half and half 8 tbsp. butter 1/4 cup chopped scallions, green parts only 3 eggs 1 1/2 tsp salt pepper, if desired Place potatoes in a large sauce pan or stock pot with water and 1 tsp salt. Bring to a boil and cook until soft, 15 to 20 minutes. While the potatoes are cooking, place chopped onions and 1/2 tsp salt into a skillet with the vegetable oil and cook on low heat until the onions have softened, 5 to 7 minutes. In a small saucepan, melt the butter, then add the half and half and 1 cup of the vegetable broth, keep warm. Once the onions are done, place them into a food processor along with the garlic and the remaining vegetable broth. Chop until the onions are finely chopped. Drain the potatoes, add the onions and the melted butter with the liquids. Use a hand mixer to mash them until they are smooth. Let the potatoes cool. (I put 4 inches of cold water in the sink and placed the pot into it for 15 minutes). Add the eggs one at a time and mix them in. (Alternatively, you could use 4 to 6 ounces of softened cream cheese rather than the eggs. The eggs give the potatoes an airy lift while the cream cheese would not. Both would be equally good). Taste the potatoes and adjust salt and pepper seasoning. Add the scallion greens and fold in with a spoon or spatula. Spray cooking oil in a 3-quart casserole dish and add the mashed potatoes. Cover with plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator overnight. Take the potatoes out of the refrigerator at least one hour before placing in the oven. Use a spoon or fork to make peaks, then place into a 350degree oven for 45 minutes until the potatoes are warm and the peaks are starting to brown. (If you make this the same day, allow 30 to 35 minutes in the oven). Serve hot.
CRANBERRY SALAD
3 cups fresh or thawed frozen cranberries, chopped 1 can (20 ounces) unsweetened crushed pineapple, drained 2 cups miniature marshmallows 1 medium apple, chopped 2/3 cup sugar 1/8 teaspoon salt 2 cups heavy whipping cream 1/4 cup chopped walnuts In a large bowl, mix first six ingredients. Refrigerate, covered, overnight. (You can keep this portion of the mixture for up to one week in the refrigerator tightly sealed.) To serve, beat cream until stiff peaks form. Fold whipped cream and walnuts into cranberry mixture. Make it easy on yourself. Pulse cranberries in a food processor to chop them. To really bring the walnuts to life, toast them for a few minutes in a dry skillet. Stir occasionally and watch closely so they don’t burn, Remove from the heat when fragrant.
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PECAN PUMPKIN PIE
Pastry for single-crust pie (9 inches) 2 eggs 1 can (15 ounces) solid-pack pumpkin 1/2 cup maple syrup 1/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg TOPPING: 2 eggs, lightly beaten 1 cup chopped pecans 1/2 cup sugar 1/2 cup maple syrup Whipped topping, optional Line a 9-in. pie plate with pastry; trim and flute edges. In a large bowl, beat the eggs, pumpkin, syrup, sugar, cream, cinnamon and nutmeg until smooth; pour into pastry. Combine the eggs, pecans, sugar and syrup; spoon over top. Bake at 425° for 15 minutes. Reduce heat to 350°. Bake 40-45 minutes longer or until crust is golden brown and top of pie is set. Cool on a wire rack for 1 hour. Refrigerate overnight or until set. Serve with whipped topping if desired. Yield: 8 servings. Properly stored, pecan pie will keep for three to four days in the refrigerator. You can also freeze pecan pie successfully. To freeze, wrap the pie tightly with aluminum foil or plastic freezer wrap, or place in heavy-duty freezer bag. For best results, use the frozen pecan pie within two months.
GREEN BEAN CASSEROLE
A completely fresh green bean casserole that can be made-ahead for your Thanksgiving feast. Once you try this fresh take on this casserole, you’ll never go back to the canned type again! 1⁄2 cup panko (breadcrumbs with a light, flaky texture, typically used as a coating for fried or baked food) 2 tablespoons olive oil 1⁄4 teaspoon table salt 1⁄8 teaspoon ground black pepper 3 cups canned fried onions (about 6 oz.) 2 lbs green beans, ends trimmed and halved 3 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 lb sliced white button mushrooms 3 medium garlic cloves, minced fresh ground black pepper 3 tablespoons unbleached all-purpose flour 11⁄2 cups low sodium chicken broth 11⁄2 cups heavy cream In a small bowl, mix together panko and fried onions with two tablespoons of olive oil. Set aside. Fill a large bowl with ice water. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. of water to boil. Add two tablespoons of salt and the green beans. Cook beans until bright green and crisp-tender, approximately 6 minutes. Drain beans in colander and plunge immediately into ice water to stop cooking. Set aside. Add butter to your now-empty pot and melt over medium-high heat until foaming subsides. Add mushrooms, garlic, 3⁄4 teaspoons salt, and 1⁄8 teaspoons pepper; cook until mushrooms release moisture and liquid evaporate, about 6 minutes. Add flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Stir in broth and bring to simmer, stirring constantly. Add cream, reduce heat to medium, and simmer until sauce is thickened and reduced to 31⁄2 cups, about 12 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add green beans to sauce and stir until evenly coated. Arrange in even layer in 3-quart (or 13 x 9”) baking dish. Store your onion & panko topping in a baggie in your pantry. Freeze in a freezer-safe container or in a foil pan. Allow the casserole to thaw 1-3 days before your event. Heat the casserole in a 425-degree oven for 10 minutes, then add the topping and bake for 1-20 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the sauce is bubbling on the edges.
Wednesday, November 14, 2018
GI BILL-The Department of Veterans Affairs is suffering from a series of information technology glitches that has caused GI Bill benefit payments covering education and housing to be delayed or — in the case of Roundtree, a 29-year-old student — never be delivered. “I’m about to lose everything that I own and become homeless,” Roundtree said. “I don’t want to be that veteran on the street begging for change because I haven’t received what I was promised.” Without the GI Bill’s housing stipend, Roundtree was kicked out of his apartment and is now living on his sister’s couch, miles from school, where he feels like a burden on his family. “I’m about to lose everything that I own and become homeless. I don’t want to be that veteran on the street begging for change because I haven’t received what I was promised. I did my part!” “It’s just confusing,” said Roundtree. “Who is there for us? Who is representing us? Who is helping us? Who is doing what they need to do to better the situation for veterans?” THOUSAND OAKS, Calif. — Even in a state hardened to the ravages of wildfires, the infernos that raged at both ends of California on Friday were overpowering. At least nine people were killed, including several who died in their cars in a retirement community called Paradise. Malibu mansions burned. And in the neighborhood in Thousand Oaks where a gunman had killed 12 people in a crowded bar earlier in the week, survivors now fled the flames. The fire-prone state was battling three major fires, one in the northern Sierra and two west of Los Angeles. In the northern town of Paradise, the ruins of houses and businesses smoldered throughout the day, while in Southern California, tens of thousands of residents fled their homes and jammed onto highways. Exotic lemurs and parrots were packed up and carried away to safety as fires ringed the Los Angeles Zoo in Griffith Park. Officials estimated that the blaze in the north, called the Camp Fire, had destroyed a staggering 6,700 structures — most of them residential. Such vast devastation would make it the most destructive fire in modern state history. TEXAS CPS—Texas court punishes CPS with $127,000 fine for wrongfully removing couple’s children. Officials with Child Protective Services are weighing their options after being ordered to pay more than $127,000 in sanctions by a Harris County court, according to
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pest for outdoor activities. But they are cold-blooded and prefer temperatures above 80 degrees. At temperatures less than 50 degrees, they shut down for the winter, some even dying. For at least two mornings this week, temperatures will be below freezing. BRYAN, Tex. (KBTX)- KBTX has learned nearly 400 Election Day ballots were uncounted in Brazos County after they were inadvertently left in a voting machine in Bryan. The mishap was discovered Tuesday at the Fellowship Freewill Baptist Church voting location, and county officials immediately notified the Texas Secretary of State’s Office. According to documents obtained by KBTX, “the Brazos County ������������������������������������������������������� Elections Administrator noticed a discrepancy in the number of Not certified by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization ballots cast in comparison to the number of codes issued to voters.” The county is now requesting that the 361st District Court order a count of the ballots on Tuesday, November 13 at 9 a.m., when mail-in ballots are already scheduled to be counted. The count is not expected to affect the outcome of any of our local races. US MEDIA—An unprecedented move by the White House this week when a decision was made to revoke a CNN reporter’s access. It came after a verbal exchange between President Donald Trump and Jim Acosta. Today the President was asked if he planned on barring txtree@ktc.com more media members. “I haven’t made that decision. But Licensed and Insured for it could be others also. When Your Protection you’re in the White House, this is a very sacred place, to me, this is a very special place. You have to treat the White House with respect,” President Trump said. COLLEGE STATION, Tex. (KBTX) - For the next six Vehicle Lockout months, when severe weather Hwy. 83 N. & 1st Street strikes at universities across the Southeast Leakey, Texas 78873 JIM AND TAMMIE United States, meteorology students Ph. (830) 232-6656 ALBARADO will be helping NOAA collect important Res. (830) 232-4887 Owners atmospheric sciences data, and Aggie Cell (830) 374-7866 meteorologists will be leading the way in YOU’LL FIND IT AT CARQUEST Texas. Texas A&M University Department of Atmospheric Sciences’ Dr. Don Conlee, instructional professor, and Dr. Chris Nowotarski, assistant professor, were recently awarded a NOAA contract to participate in the Verification of the Origins of Rotation in Tornadoes Experiment in the Southeast (VORTEX-SE) 2018-2019 field campaign, named “Meso18-19,” which is a national field project funded by NOAA. 6:30 a.m. - 2 pm Texas A&M is the only university in Texas involved in the project.
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Some Gave All and All Gave Some by William F. Holland Jr., DD., C.ED.D. Minister/Chaplain
Some gave all and all gave some Though I did not serve in the military, I am very appreciative of those who have. I’m very proud of my son who is a marine that spent time in Japan and Thailand. He has a Masters degree and served with Homeland Security is now working as a police officer at a Veterans hospital. Neither my father or his dad were soldiers but on my mother’s side of the family, it is quite a different story. My maternal grandfather fought in WWI and was in France. He was injured in the war and according to my mom, he was never the same. I can barely remember him as a child but do recall a few details like when we would visit, he would greet us at the door making meow sounds like a cat and then he would always peel and slice apples and set them on the coffee table. I ate the apples and laughed at his meows. His wife, my grandmother passed away when I was even younger. They had 7 children, 3 boys, 4 girls, and my mother was the baby. Like many families during that time period, all three sons were eventually enlisted in the military. However, I thought it was even more unique how the father and each son was a soldier in a different war. The dad World War I, the oldest son was in Japan during WWII, the second son was killed in Korea, and the youngest son served in the Vietnam era. I vaguely remember two of these uncles and now realize they both suffered terribly from PTSD. My uncle who was killed in action died in 1950 eight years before I was born. I wish I had been old enough to speak with these family members about their military experiences. My mother can recall a few memories and recently I contacted the department of military affairs and requested some of their official documents. I received
a few things but much of it was difficult to read and some were unfortunately destroyed in a fire at the National Personnel Records Center Archives in 1973. My mom was very close to her brother who never returned and was convinced that he was her mother’s favorite child. His nickname was Kenny and he worked a little parttime job before he went to the war and she remembers he would give her ten cents every Saturday to buy some candy which she really looked forward to. He would also buy his mother flowers every week and she would sit them on the kitchen table. She also remembers the day when military representatives knocked on their door and told her mother that they were sorry to inform that her son had been killed. She ran through the house wailing and screaming no please no, over and over. My mother said it was a terrible time and she can recall her mother going to bed and staying there for weeks. I currently have the privilege to volunteer as a chaplain at a veterans health care facility and its truly an honor to spend quality time with the many fine men and women who have served our nations armed forces. I teach Bible studies and lead worship services with the old hymns which they really enjoy. I’m on call whenever a resident becomes seriously ill and present with the family whenever someone passes away. I’ve come to accept that many veterans who need constant medical care do not have family or friends to visit them. Many of the older ones have outlived everyone but its still sad to walk into a room and not see any pictures or greeting cards. I’ve asked the staff on numerous occasions if a certain resident has had any visitors and they cannot remember the last time someone was there. I’m also
a chaplain for a small honor guard team which presents memorial services for military veterans. I open and close in prayer and have been known to sing the national anthem on occasions. I encourage you to set aside some time and visit a veteran. They would appreciate it very much
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Nice 2 bedroom 1 bath for rent for $600 per month off Flat Rock Circle, Leakey, Texas Call 210-240-4269
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FOR SALE 2- I Beams 18”H×7.5”W×30FT Weight 55lbs per linear foot $500.00 Per I-Beam Please call : 956-763-6464 or 830-232-6412 for info/price.
First Baptist Church Camp Wood is seeking a Bi-Vocational Music Director. For more information or an application, call the Church office at: 830.597.5150 or email: fbccw@swtexas.net.
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Wanted: FORKLIFT OPERATOR to move drums in and out of warehouse. Some warehouse paper work and product marking may be required. Must be able to work with office people in English. Will train. Apply in person at Texarome – 1585 E. Ranch Road 337 (Bi-lingual Spanish/English useful). Tel: 830/232-6079
Wanted: Mature female driver with good record. To drive older couple around and to the doctor. Must be available 7 days a week on short notice. Will be paid by the hour. Vehicle and Fuel supplied. Contact 830-279-2944 The H.E. Butt Foundation seeks a full-time Technical Services Specialist (HVAC/ refrigeration/appliance repair/water system maintenance) and Sous Chef for the Leakey area camp facilities. For more information or to apply please visit http: //hebff.org/work-with-us/, or contact Shelley at sseverson@hebff.org or call 713-3037086. These positions offer competitive compensation and benefits.
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Cabin with Frio River frontage, easy access, rolling topography with huge trees, 5.49 acres, what more could you want. This one will go fast at $225,000. Two homes in like new condition situated on 23.5 acres of beautiful hill country scenery. The main house features approximately 1824 sf of living area and the guest house features 1,022 sf with a million-dollar view. 750 sf metal workshop with a bunk room and bath, RV hook ups, extensive decking, above ground pool, great hunting, all this for only $529,900. Vintage Cottage in north Leakey. Walking distance to schools. Two-bedroom one bath home that has been completely re done. This is a great starter home, a retirement home, or it could be placed in a nightly rental pool. Come see this one at $99,500. 1 acre in Frio Canyon Estates, directly behind Old Baldy. $28,000
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Come look at this beautiful like new stone veneer 4 bedroom 4 1⁄2 bath home in the Frio Pecan Farm with over 800 sf of covered patios along with an inground pool and a firepit. This property will pay for itself as it has been grossing $60,000 annually. Just a short walk to the Frio River. $469,000 Income Producing property on Nueces River. Arrowhead Lodge with 7 rental units and an office, located on 6.955 acres in a quiet setting. Great place for family reunions, weddings, or just weekend getaways. Beautiful river front setting and close to town. $585,000. Price Reduced!! Like new office building on the south side of town, where all the new development is happening. Great frontage and visibility from Highway 83. A rock fireplace in the reception area adds to the rustic ambience. Sit outside in the morning and drink coffee on the huge covered front porch. Possible owner financing at $225,000. OAKRIDGE LODGE AND CABIN located in the RIDGE. The main lodge features over 4300 feet of centrally heated and cooled area that is configured to sleep up to 30 guests. The property also features a detached cabin that sleeps an additional 10 guests. This is the best income producer in the Frio Canyon. An in ground pool and outdoor fireplace adds to the ambience, or relax on the upper deck and watch the sun go down. This property commands approximately $1,000 per night and is on track for 100 nights this year. This is the investment you’ve been looking for. Call today for a showing. Like new retail building located along Highway 83, close to Stripes with great visibility and easy access. Has a history of successful operations. This is the first building on the left that you see when you enter Leakey from the south. Over 2,000 sf of building area situated on a highly visible one-acre tract on Highway 83. $275,000.
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This is a hunter’s dream. 90.26 acres of box canyon with a like new 3-bedroom 2 bath home, 2 hunter’s cabins, a bath house, and a cleaning station with a walk-in cooler. Property also features a work shop, and a new Quonset hut shop for equipment. Good roads lead to 6 hunting blinds. There is an abundance of wildlife waiting for you. You really must see this one to appreciate. $550,000 10.19 acres of Cypress lined Frio River in private location. No restrictions. Two-bedroom two bath home overlooking river with detached bunk house. 308 feet of river frontage with end of road privacy. This property is a developer’s dream come true. 2.467 acres located on east prong of the Frio River. Approximately 156 feet of river frontage lined with huge Cypress Trees. Highway 83 frontage makes access easy. Property could be placed in rental pool. $255,000. Great building site in Frio Canyon Estates, right behind Old Baldy! This subdivision features a beautiful river park for all property owners. One acre for $49,500. PRICE REDUCED!!! 5-acre tract in the Ridge. Great building site, access to river park, paved roads, security gate, TCEQ approved water system, only $89,500. Beautiful home site in Frio River Place. Gated community, sensible restrictions, beautiful river park, parking area for owner’s RV, priced right at $75,000. THE RIDGE-Experience the Texas hill country at its finest w/ private access to your own beautiful Frio River park w/BBQ pavilion. Underground utilities WITH TCEQ APPROVED WATER SYSTEM, paved roads, security gate, free roaming wildlife, hiking, biking & much more! This restricted subdivision offers 5 acre tracts of peaceful solitude that are beautiful building sites for your dream home, retirement, or vacation get-away. B&B allowed. Call for a showing or take a drive out 4 mi. south on RR 1120. Prices start at $89,500
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Beautiful 4-bedroom 3 bath home on the beautiful Cypress lined Frio River. Could be placed in a rental pool or kept private. Several beautiful decks overlooking the river. $450,000. PRICE REDUCED! Come see this beautiful home on 5 acres in the Ridge! Great open floor plan, three bedrooms three baths with outstanding views of the Frio Canyon. High ceilings, top of the line appliances and counter tops, outdoor kitchen area with inground pool and hot tub. The home is surrounded by huge Oaks that give it a high degree of privacy, yet with an astounding view. This property is not currently in a rental pool, but it could be if you want it too. This one is too beautiful for words, you must see it, so call us today! We can make it happen. $674,900 Great buy in Twin Forks! Two-bedroom, two bath home with over 2,200 square feet of heated and cooled area, bright sunroom, high ceilings, huge fireplace, all this with access to two of the most beautiful river parks on the Frio River. Only $255,000. Four Bedroom four bath river front home located in the popular Frio Pecan Farm. Home is a good money maker and is in like new condition. Open floor plan concept with great room. Huge deck overlooking the river. $439,000. Three bed-room 2 bath riverfront home on the Frio River. Four decks to choose from when you want to drink coffee and listen to the river. $398,000. PRICE REDUCED!!! This is turnkey, and ready for you! Approximately 176 feet of river frontage and a home in Frio River Place. Beautiful cypress lined private swimming hole in addition to subdivision park, three bedrooms and three full baths in main house, with guest quarters complete with a full bath. Lots of storage space, huge covered patio to watch the sun go down over the river, black top frontage. Close to Garner, Con Can, and Leakey, yet quiet and peaceful. $549,900. PRICE REDUCED!!! Three bed-room two bath home with approximately 2,223 square feet, on 45 acres, close to town, yet private. Other improvements include a large barn. $499,000. Two bed-room one bath home in Leakey, located on corner lot and walking distance to schools. $115,000.
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Saturday November 24th, 2018 Saturday, OPEN 9 A.M. TO 12 P.M.
frio MUSIC Contests Pecan Drinks Farm door prizes
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HONDO NATIONAL BANK 410 S Hwy 83 Leakey, TX 78873 WILL BE CLOSED IN Ph. 830-232-4553 OBSERVANCE OF THANKSGIVING Office Hours-Lobby Mon-Thu 9:00 to 3:00 Wednesday, NOVEMBER 21st, 2018 Fri 9:00 to 4:30 OPEN 9 A.M. TO 3 P.M. Office Hours-Drive-Thru Mon-Fri 9:00Thursday, to 4:30 NOVEMBER 22nd, 2018 Sat 9:00 to 12:00 CLOSED ALL DAY Drive-Up ATM Friday, NOVEMBER 23rd, 2018 Located at Branch 9 A.M. TO 12 P.M. Also located inside ConcanOPEN General Store
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