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Library book sale draws closer Page 4
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An amazed Sid Shaw approaches the podium Thursday after being announced as the Hereford Lions Club Citizen of the Year during the annual Deaf Smith County Chamber of Commerce banquet.
New coach brings renewed spirit Page 7
‘Surprise’ tops chamber soiree By John Carson BRAND Managing Editor
Teams sign up for BBBS fundraiser Page 8
INDEX Page 2 News, Community Page 3 Menus, Obits, Public Record, Crossword, Calendar Page 4 News, Weekly Bonus Page 5 Classifieds Page 6 Real Estate Page 7 Sports, Sports schedules Page 8 Community
Recognitions, honors, inductions, inspiration and a big surprise topped the bill Thursday at the annual Deaf Smith County Chamber of Commerce banquet. The highlight of the evening was the naming of the Hereford Lions Club 73rd Citizen of the Year. A closely-guarded secret each year, audience members – as well as the recipient – became growingly aware of who won as Lions Club president Audie Sciumbato presented the honoree’s biography and eventually the award to Hereford native Sid Shaw. “This is a complete surprise,” said Shaw, who as a former Lions president was involved in the balloting and selection process. “How did you pull this off? I was in the room.” Born, raised and a virtual life-long HerPLEASE SEE CHAMBER | 2
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2017 chamber president Sharon Hodges, left, presents Robert de la Cruz with the annual Hall of Fame induction plaque.
While Deaf Smith County voters know they have a decision to make concerning a $45 million bond issue for Hereford Independent School District (HISD), exactly how long they will be obligating themselves as taxpayers is still an unknown. The HISD Board of Trustees officially called the bond for the May 6 election during a called meeting Monday, but did not designate the bond’s term. After a 2015, 30-year, $42.6 million issue was soundly defeated, HISD Superintendent Sheri Blankenship told a Feb. 6 combined meeting of the district’s facilities committee and 2016 steering committee that examined the failed vote that public wishes have been heard loud and clear. “We have learned a lot since the 2015 bond,” she said. “One of the biggest things was length. People said, ’30 years? Are you kidding me? Shorten the term.’” Although the exact term of the proposal is expected to be made by trustees in the near future, both Blankenship and Specialized Public Finance managing di- BLANKENSHIP rector Vince Viaille – who is serving as HISD’s financial advisor for the bond – both confirmed Thursday the term would be either 15 or 20 years. During the Feb. 6 meeting, Viaille presented a trio of bond-payment scenarios based on 15-, 20- and 25-year terms. With the 25-year option off the table, the other two present several variables that would affect interest amounts, tax burden and total payout. Viaille said the tax payments for the bond would not be included with current school taxes, but appear on tax bills as a new tax. County taxpayers currently pay $1.04 per every $100 of property valuation – as confirmed by Deaf Smith County Chief Appraiser Danny Jones – however, that amount is specifically earmarked for maintenance and operations. The bond tax would be listed under the designation I&S for indebtedness, which Jones said is currently 0 because HISD has no indebtedness. The 15-year bond term would see the highest tax rate – 31.3 cents per $100 valuation; $331.30 per year for $100,000 or $234.59 for $100,000 with the $25,000 homestead exemption. However, that is offset by the shorter term, a lower interest rate (3.15 percent) and lower total payout $56,607,501 for the $45 million bond amount. The 20-year term would have an I&S tax rate of 26.1 cents – $260.10 per $100,000 or $196.12 at $100,000 with the homestead exemption – but an interest rate of 3.5 percent and total payout of more than $62.6 million. At last report, HISD trustees should make a determination on the bond’s term at their regular meeting on Feb. 27.
County addresses Precinct 1 intersection woes By John Carson BRAND Managing Editor Ongoing problems with an intersection of county roads were the topic of two separate agenda items during Monday’s regular meeting of the Deaf Smith County Commissioners Court.
The intersection of Country Road 1 (CR 1) and County Road GG (CR GG) was brought to the court by Precinct 1 Commission Chris Kahlich. According to Kahlich, the intersection has seen problems increase due to traffic and collecting water.
“We’re looking at how to fix the problems with this intersection,” Kahlich said. “I’ve talked landowners there, and they wonder why the intersection hasn’t already been made a fourway stop.” The intersection currently only has a two-way stop, but is seeing increasing
traffic exiting from feed yards in the area and use as a cut-through. While the current traffic is stopped in two directions, Kahlich said traffic speed through the intersection has become problematic. “If we make it a fourway stop, that could pos-
sibly slow traffic and potentially make some take another route,” he said. “It is a terrible intersection. It’s blind. “I don’t know how there hasn’t been an accident there yet.” Commissioners unaniPLEASE SEE COUNTY | 2
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Above, more than 200 gathered at the Hereford Independent School District Administration Building on Thursday for the annual Deaf Smith County Chamber of Commerce banquet and award ceremony. Below, guest speaker LaDonna Gatlin inspires the crowd.
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eford resident, Shaw has spent virtually all of his life as an advocate, promoter and cheerleader for Hereford and Deaf Smith County. In addition to being a former president of the local Lions Club, Shaw has served as a Lions district governor and been a long-time member of the chamber board of directors. Inducted into the chamber hall of fame in 1998, Shaw has served as chamber executive director since 1999. “This is truly an honor,” he said. “I still don’t know how you pulled it off. This is such a surprise.” With outgoing and incoming chamber board members recognized, 2016 chamber president Lindsey Chandler turned the gavel over to 2017 president Sharon Hodges. Hodges first order of business was announcing the annual chamber hall of fame inductee – Robert de la Cruz, who has worked his way up the ladder to vice president at First Financial Bank and is a current member of the Hereford Independent School District Board of Trustees. The banquet’s program featured LaDonna Gatlin. Correcting misprints made about her in other publications, the “baby sister, not sitter” of country music legends the Gatlin Brothers, she began “singing, not sinning”
with her older siblings as the Gatlin Quartet at the age 4, which over the years included winning a talent show – and Shetland pony – over runnerup Roy Orbison, who won a preferred dinner at a Chinese restaurant, and cross-country singing tour in a Rambler station wagon that culminated with an unscheduled engagement at the 1964 World’s Fair in New York City. Presenting an inspirational and motivational message entitled “Tune Up Your Life,” Gatlin relayed an outing during a torrid summer with her mother to a “refrigerated, airconditioned” Odessa movie theater to see “The Sound of Music.” After amazing younger audience members with the fact her mother’s $10 bill covered the cost of both tickets, two large popcorns, two large peanut M&Ms and two large Cokes – with change back – she used one of the musical’s most well-known songs as the platform for her message – the do-re-mis of life. “Do – do the right thing,” she said. “The message is so simple it is often overlooked. One decision can change the course of your life. Make the decision to do the right thing. “Re – realize your potential. We are at our bests when we helping others realize their potentials. Mi – is for mind. Engage it. Fa – is for failures,
which can be turned into fertilizer. “So – is solutions, which begin with me. Take responsibility to become a solution to problems. La – that’s laugh. A sense of humor can defray sources of stress in our daily lives. Ti – is for time. Be worthy of the time given you, and make the most of it. “And Do – we end
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Outgoing chamber president Lindsey Chandler, right, turns the gavel to 2017 chamber president Sharon Hodges.
COUNTY: Problematic intersection addressed FROM PAGE 1
mously approved the culverts to the intersection four-way stop before being would not help the drainalerted to drainage issues age problem because a with the crossing. “good rain would A low-lying area, do it in.” Kahlich – who Plans are to dig is less than two out and clean a months into his gully at the north first term on the end of the interboard – said water section and add collection is a growa concrete extening problem there sion that would and sought advice be above potential on how to deal with water lines. KAHLICH it. While Kahlich “I am not asking was somewhat for money, but seeking skeptical a suggested guidance and wisdom on 40-foot extension would how to proceed,” he said. While there has been work on the intersection to deal with the water problem, Kahlich added those are now constantly overwhelmed by water collection that remains long after other intersections have drained and cleared. “After a heavy rain, water collects and stays there for up to 90 days,” he said. “It does not drain.” Precinct 3 Commissioner Mike Brumley said adding
work, he said making it 60 feet “should alleviate the problem.” Precinct 2 Commissioner Jerry O’Connor advised that any work on the intersection needed to take place and be completed before the potential for spring rains in April and May. Kahlich assured the board costs for all the proposed work could be done within the Precinct 1 budget without the need for additional funds from the county.
where we began. Do the right thing.” She highlighted each segment with anecdotes from her life, the lives of her famous brothers and others before receiving a standing ovation.
The Hereford Cotton Conference, hosted by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, will be Tuesday, Feb. 21, at the Deaf Smith County Extension office. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. and the program will last most of the day, according to Deaf Smith County Extension Agent Rick Auckerman. Three continuing education units (CEUs) for private, non-commercial and commercial pesticide applicators and Certified Crop Advisors will be offered. The cost to attend will be $10 per person. The program will feature speakers and topics related to cotton production, marketing, policy, quality and maturity issues, Auckerman said. “We hope that area producers will take advantage of this progressive cotton program and will join us on February 21,” he added. Programs commence at 9 a.m., with Texas A&M agricultural economist Dr. John Robinson providing 2017 cotton marketing updates. At 10 a.m., Camilio Garzon of the Texas Department of Agriculture in Lubbock, will give updates on law and regulations followed at 11 a.m., by “Hot Topics in Agricultural Law” from AgriLife economist Tiffany Dowell. Extension agronomist Dr. Seth Byrd gets the afternoon sessions started at 1 p.m., with updates on cotton production for 2017. Herbicides, generics and new technologies highlight a 2 p.m., presentation by Dr. Peter Dotray, a Texas Tech professor of crop and soil science. The conference wraps up with a 3 p.m., session for producer feedback. Anyone with questions about the program or the topics, should call Auckerman at the Deaf Smith County Extension office, 806364-3573. If any special assistance or accommodations are needed in order to attend this event, contact the local Extension office in advance so accommodations can be made. Educational programs of the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service are open to all people without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status. For details on the event, call 806-3643573 or email r-auckerman@ag.tamu.edu.
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Long-time Hereford resident Clarence Betzen, 93, passed away on Wednesday, Feb. 15, 2017 in Hereford. A rosary was held Friday, Feb. 17 at St. Anthony's Catholic Church. A mass of Christian burial is scheduled for 10 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 18 at St. Anthony's Catholic Church with the Rev. Anthony "Tony" Neusch officiating as celebrant. Burial will follow at Rest Lawn Memorial Park Cemetery in Hereford. Services are under direction of Hereford Heritage Funeral Home. Clarence was born March 17, 1923 in Garden Plain, Kan. After graduating high school as valedictorian, he served his country in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II. Upon rejoining his family in the Hereford area in 1946, he met the love of his life, Mildred Luke. Clarence and Mildred married
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in 1947 and were blessed with many wonderful years together. Clarence farmed in several locations in Deaf Smith County and was actively engaged in the cattle business. He took satisfaction in producing food for others, while providing for the needs of his family. Following his retirement from farming in 1979, Clarence pursued a career in real estate and continued to feed cattle. Clarence was a devoted member of St. Anthony's Catholic Church and held various leadership positions in the Knights of Columbus. He also served as chairman of the county committee of the Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Service and on the boards of directors of Federal Land Bank of Texas, Panhandle Regional Planning Commission, and Tierra Blanca Soil and Water Conservation District. For more than 30 years, he performed daily volunteer work for Meals on Wheels. When not working or serving the needs of others, Clarence enjoyed spending time with family and friends, traveling, reading, playing cards and dominos and watching Dallas Cowboys football. Clarence was preceded L A V A C A
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at 12 p.m. at the Senior Citizens Center. • Masonic Lodge, 7:30 p.m., Masonic Hall. • Hereford Study Club meets at the Hereford Senior Citizens Center at 2 p.m. • Hereford Senior Citizen Center Activities: 8 - noon, Quilting; 8 - 8:45, Pool Exercise Class (women); 9-9:45, P. Ex. class (women); 10-10:45, P. Ex. class (men); 11:11:45, P. Ex. class (women) 1-1:45, P. Ex. Class (men) • Praire Acres Activities: 9:30, Discussion; 11:40, Background Music; 2, Bible Study/Spanish; 3, Caption This; 7:30, Bingo. Tuesdays • Deaf Smith County Crime Stoppers Board of Directors, 6 p.m., Hereford Police Department rec room • AA meeting, 8 p.m. Hereford Community Center, 100 Ave. C. For more information call 570-4648 • Support Group for TBI Caregivers meeting at 7 p.m. For information
call 806-364-1892 or email: dgproctor@gmail.com • Order of the Eastern Star, 7 p.m. Masonic Hall • Pilot Club 7 a.m. King’s Manor Lamar Room • American Legion Post 192 monthly meeting at 7 p.m. • Alpha Alpha Preceptor chapter of Beta Sigma Phi meeting at 7 p.m. •Xi Epsilon Alpha chapter of Beta Sigma Phi meeting at 7 p.m. • Hereford Senior Citizen Center Activities: 8 - noon, Quilting; 8 - 8:45, Pool Exercise Class (women); 9-9:45, P. Ex. class (women); 1010:30, Floor Exercise • Praire Acres Activities: 8:30, Beauty Shop; 11:40, Background Music; 2, Manicures for our ladies & men; 7:30, Watercoloring Wednesdays • Lions Club, noon, Hereford Community Center • Bippus Extension Education Club, 2 p.m. • NA meeting, 8 p.m., at Hereford
Community Center, 100 Ave. C. For more information call 570-4648 • Hereford Senior Citizen’s Association Board Meeting at 9 a.m. • Hereford Senior Citizen Center Activities: 8 - noon, Quilting; 8 - 8:45, Pool Exercise Class (women); 9-9:45, P. Ex. class (women); 10-10:45, P. Ex. class (men); 11:11:45, P. Ex. class (women) 1-1:45, P. Ex. Class (men). • Praire Acres Activities: 9:15, Zumba Gold Chair; 10, Discussion; 11:30, Chicken Soup for the Soul; 3, Bible Study; 7:30, Movie Night.
• Los Ciboleros Chapter NSDAR, 2 p.m. • The Humane Society of Deaf Smith County meets at 7 p.m. at the Animal Control Building. • Hereford Senior Citizen Center Activities: 8 - noon, Quilting; 8 - 8:45, Pool Exercise Class (women); 9-9:45, P. Ex. class (women); 10-10:30, Floor Exercise; 10:30-1:00 • Praire Acres Activities: 9:15, Whoga; 10, Discussion; 11:30, Poems; 3, Bean Bag Toss; 7:30, Stain Glass Painting.
Thursdays • Hereford Toastmasters, 6:30 a.m., Amarillo College. • Kiwanis Club, noon, Hereford Community Center. • Hereford Day Care Center Board of Directors, noon, Hereford Country Club. • Merry Mixers Square Dance Club, 7 p.m., Hereford Community Center. • AA meeting, 8 p.m., Hereford Community Center, 100 Ave. C. For more information call 570-4648.
Fridays • Hereford Senior Citizen Center Activities: 8 - noon, Quilting; 8 - 8:45, Pool Exercise Class (women); 9-9:45, P. Ex. class (women); 10-10:45, P. Ex class (men); 11-11:45, P. EX class (women); 1-1:45 P. Ex. class (men); 10-1, Hereford Nursing and Rehab Health Check • Praire Acres Activities: 9:15 Zumba Gold Chair; 10, Discussion; 11:30 Guidepost; 3, Decorating Bottles; 7:30, Movie Night.
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Additions were made to the Hereford Lions Club pride as a quintet of new members were welcomed during its Feb. 15 meeting. New club members included, from left, Ryan Pierce, Christie Volmer, Sheri Blankenship, Candice Campbell-Smith and Zack Smith. The Hereford Lions Clubs meets every Wednesday at noon in Hereford Community Center.
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Members of L’Allegra Study Club present Samaritan Hospice Staff with a check from the proceeds of the 2016 Project Christmas Card campaign. Hospice president Pam Ruckman said the donation would assist with the purchase of new computers and also help provide medical and equipment costs for the Indigent Care Program.
Weekly Bonus Put a healthy spin on an old family favorite Meatloaf is a dinnertime staple for many families. A favorite of adults and children alike, meatloaf can be prepared however cooks see fit, making it a versatile dish for family dinners. Parents who want to enjoy meatloaf with their families and do so while promoting healthy diets can try the following recipe for "Turkey, Vegetable & Oat MiniMeatloaves with Marinara Sauce" from Michelle Dudash's "Clean Eating For Busy Families" (Fair Winds). Turkey, Vegetable & Oat Mini-Meatloaves with Marinara Sauce Serves 6 1 1 4 1 1 2 1 13/4 3 1 1/2 1/2
Expeller-pressed canola oil spray 8-ounce package crimini (baby bella) mushrooms (about 21/2 cups) small yellow onion, cut into eighths cloves garlic, minced tablespoon extra-virgin oil cup dry rolled oats large eggs pound lean ground turkey (or beef or bison) cups pasta sauce, divided tablespoons red wine vinegar tablespoon Italian herb seasoning teaspoon salt teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Preheat oven to 375 F. Coat a 9 x 13-inch baking pan or 6 mini loaf pans with spray. Pulse mushrooms in a food processor until finely chopped and add them to a large bowl. Repeat with onion and garlic. Place a large frying pan over medium heat and add oil. When oil is shimmering, add vegetables and sauté for 7 minutes or until water releases and evaporates completely, lowering the heat as necessary. Set aside. Process the oats until they are of a fine consistency. Whisk the eggs in the bowl used for the vegetables. Add processed oats, turkey, 3/4 cup of pasta sauce, cooked vegetables, vinegar, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper and stir together with a fork until blended. Scoop the mixture into 6 mounds on the pan or into each mini-loaf pan, about 3/4 cup each. Shape each mound into a 4 x 2-inch loaf. Spread remaining 1 cup of pasta sauce on top of the loaves, distributing evenly. Bake on middle rack for 25 minutes, turning pan midway through cooking, until loaves are firm or a thermometer inserted in the middle reads at least 165 F. Allow loaves to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Recipe Notes: You can finely chop vegetables with a knife rather than using a food processor if you prefer. Whole oats can be added to the meat mixture for a more rustic texture.
Friends of the Library will hold its annual book sale Feb. 24-25 in the basement of Deaf Smith County library. The members-only sale will be from 5-7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 24. The public sale runs from 9 a.m.-noon on Saturday, Feb. 25, and during regular library hours until Friday, March 31. Book sale prices are $2 each for hardbacks, 25 cents for children’s books and magazines, 50 cents for good-condition paperbacks, $1 for CDs and DVDs, $2 for audiobooks and
$10 per set of encyclopedias. All pricing is at the discretion of the Friends organization. Memberships in Friends of the Library for 2017 will be sold at the door on Feb. 24 for those who wish to shop the pre-sale. Those interested in joining the Friends organization can also sign up at the library any weekday during regular business hours. Yearly memberships are priced at $5 for individuals, $10 for families and $15 for clubs and businesses. Friends of the Library president Kathy Allison
said book sale revenue supports various library programs – including the summer reading club, an online newspaper collection and adult and youth literacy. The organization raises funds through membership fees and the annual book sale. In 2011, the Friends launched the Margaret Formby Memorial Collection of historical Hereford newspapers, dating from 1901-48. The fully-searchable, indexed collection of vintage local newspapers can be found on the Internet at The Portal to Texas History.
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Tierra Blanca Apartments now accepting application for Maintenance. Must be HVAC Certified. 700 S Ave K . No phone calls Regional Grain Company looking for general labor for Hereford, Texas. Duties to include loading/ unloading trucks and rail cars, loader operation and general maintenance. Great career opportunity for a candidate with the willingness to learn and work hard. Excellent benefits and the security of working for a growing successful company. To inquire, please call (806) 360-3660. THE OFFICE OF THE DISTRICT CLERK has an opening for full time Deputy District Clerk. Applicant must be proficient in typing and computer skills; greet the public well; and have knowledge of basic office practices and recordkeeping procedures. Application, along with job description, will be available in the County Treasurer’s Office, Deaf Smith County Courthouse-Room 206, beginning Monday, February 20, 2017, 8:00 A.M. through Friday, March 3, 2017, 5:00 P.M. Pre-employment drug testing required. The Hereford BRAND has an opening for a full-time staff writer position. The ideal candidate will be experienced in both writing/ photography and in social media. Experience is preferred; however, we will train the right person - a self-starter who can handle the pressure of deadlines, some crazy hours, and assignments that could cover everything from city and county government to schools to whatever might walk in through the door. Send resumes to the publisher at publisher@herefordbrand.com or drop off at 506 S. 25 Mile Ave. The Hereford BRAND has an opening for a full-time sales representative position. Experience in sales and/or marketing is a definite plus, but not required. Job requires both telephone and outside sales in the local area, as well as with regional and national advertisers. Successful candidates need to be diligent and pay strict attention to detail and customer service. Send resumes to the publisher at publisher@ herefordbrand.com or drop off at 506 S. 25 Mile Ave.
Estate sale 420 sunset dr. February 16th thru 18th from 9am till 5:30 pm. All must go. Bedroom sets, sofa, sleeper sofa, sofa tables , dinning tables, kitchen items, entertainment center 2 tv's, wall art, recliner, sewing machines, women's clothing, tools and more. Sale conducted by Consignment Gallery and Estate Sales of Amarillo.
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The Deaf Smith County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for Jailer positions. Qualifications:
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-Must be at least 18. -Be a U.S. citizen. -Be of good moral character. -Be able to work nights, weekends and holidays. -Have a high school diploma or equivalent. -Possess a valid Texas driver’s license with good driving history.
-2 weeks paid vacation. -14 paid holidays per year. -Retirement. -Health insurance. -Paid training. No experience required. -Uniform allowance.
PET OF THE WEEK Red is a male Aussie/Mix. He has a beautiful color and just a mellow, loving personality, He needs a little TLC but is an all-around good dog. Dogs are $100 to adopt which includes their spay/ neuter and a rabies vaccination at our local vet. Please call 806-363-6499 if you are interested.
Salary: $30,657.12 ($14.73/hr.) to $32,842.56 ($15.78/hr.) Based on qualifications. Applications will be accepted 8:30 to 4:30 m-f. Applications may be picked up and returned to the Deaf Smith Co. Treasurer’s Office, Room 206 in the Deaf Smith Co. Courthouse 235 East 3rd street, Hereford, Texas.
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PUBLISHER’S NOTICE All real estate advertising in this newspaper is subject to the Fair Housing Act which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or an intention, to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” Familial status includes children under the age of 18 living with parents or legal custodians, pregnant women and people securing custody of children under 18. This newspaper will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised in this newspaper are available on an equal opportunity basis. To complain of discrimination call HUD toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. The toll-free telephone number for the hearing impared is 1-800927-9275.
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Sports
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New coach, new attitude Moore to make game fun in leading diamond Herd By John Carson BRAND Managing Editor
Photo by Bryan Hedrick/HISD
Herd's Matt Herrera (1) goes up in traffic during Tuesday's season-ending loss at Plainview.
Postseason fires doused by Dogs
From Staff Reports PLAINVIEW – The season came to an end Tuesday as playoffs hopes for the Hereford Whitefaces were dashed in a 73-59 loss to Plainview. The loss – combined with Caprock’s win over Randall – eliminated the Herd from the postseason as they ended the season 12-17 overall and 5-9 in league play. “[Plainview] didn’t miss
many shots,” Hereford coach C.J. Villegas said. “I thought we fought hard for four quarters. We could have easily hung it up at the half. “The scoring was the best it’s been in a long time. We just dug ourselves another hole.” Despite the Whitefaces putting 19 on the board in the first quarter, the Bulldogs came out on PLEASE SEE DOUSED | 8
There was a new attitude wafting across the Hereford High School diamond during Feb. 11’s scrimmage against Borger. Much of that change in mindset can be traced to head coach Bryan Moore, who is beginning his first year as the Herd’s diamond mentor. “I saw the opportunity to come to Hereford, and I am ecstatic to be here,” Moore said prior to the scrimmage. “Everybody’s dream is to be a head coach. I had good mentors. “I was familiar with Hereford from having played against them in high school. I saw the opportunity and quickly applied. It also allows me to be closer to family in Lubbock.” A graduate and baseball star at Frenship High School, Moore continued his playing career at Howard Junior College before finishing up at Eastern New Mexico State. After serving on coaching staffs for travel teams in the Houston area, Moore has spent the past seven years as an assistant at Class 4A power Huffman High and sees that experience as vital to what he brings to the Whiteface table. “Working at Huffman was invaluable,” he said.
“It showed me how all your experiences growing up can relate to those players are going through on and off the field. As I’ve grown, I realized that it is more than just batting averages, RBI and playing games. “I want to bring all that into here, express it and make them part of that.” Moore takes the head coaching reins from former Caprock coach Ramiro Hernandez, who spent one year at the helm. While the Whitefaces 2016 season was somewhat disappointing and ended in a bit of disarray, Moore said the metaphorical cupboard he found upon arrival was not bare – in both talent and desire. “I found a lot of hungry kids who really want a winning program,” he said. “I found parents who want a winning program, and most importantly, I found an athletic director [Don DeLozier] who wants a winning program. “I know we have work to do, but we’re all on the same page and focused on the same things.” Readily admitting that mistakes will be made, Moore’s mantra is one that appears directly responsible for uplifted spirits on the team. “If the season is all about wins and losses,
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Looking to bring a new attitude and fun back to the diamond, Bryan Moore is set to begin his first season as the Herd’s head baseball coach. then it is not fun,” he said. “It has to be fun. The whole idea is [for players] to get to the next level. “Those goals [having fun and moving on] can always be accomplished.”
The Whitefaces open the regular season Feb. 23-25 in a tournament at Shallowater. The first home game is Friday, March 7 against Dalhart, and the District 3-5A season opens March 17 at Canyon.
Escobal inks with Clarendon, joins former teammates By John Carson BRAND Managing Editor Another childhood dream came true at Hereford High School when Lady Herd cager Lexi Escobal put her name on a letter of intent to continue her playing career at Clarendon College. The decision became official during special ceremonies Wednesday in the school library. “This has been one of my goals,” Escobal said. “This is something I’ve dreamed about since I started playing basketball. This is a dream come true. “They said they were interested in me for being a smart point guard, seeing the floor, controlling the team and running the offense. They liked that I could get the ball where it needed to be to be successful.” As one of only two seniors on the Lady Whiteface roster – and the only one who played after injury derailed Cierra Hernandez’s season before it got started – Escobal added dimensions to her game this season by taking on more of a scoring role and assuming the mantle of leadership. However, as the lone returning starter for the Lady Whitefaces, Escobal remained the court quar-
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With, back from left, father Freddie Escobal, mother Crystal Escobal and brother Isiah Escobal looking on, Lady Whiteface Lexi Escobal makes Clarendon College her new basketball home in signing a letter of intent under the watchful eye of Lady Bulldog coach Mark James. terback, and that is what ultimately extended her playing career beyond the prep hardwood.
“We need a point guard,” Clarendon coach Mark James said. “We need someone who can be
a floor general, play with poise, control things and be a calming influence on the floor.
“Lexi fits the bill on all accounts.” It was exactly those talents that Lady Herd coach Christy Connally said were the things that made Escobal an attractive recruit for a college program. The signing also brings together almost all of the 2015-16 Lady Herd lineup as Escobal will join 2016 signees and former Lady Whitefaces Mia Castaneda, Chauntel Acosta and Lizet Sosa at Clarendon, who were all three in attendance at Wednesday’s signing. “This could not be more perfect,” Escobal said. “I didn’t think I would ever get the opportunity to play with them again. “I will cherish it.” What the addition of a former high school teammate – not to mention the starting point guard – to the trio of Castaneda, Acosta and Sosa – who all started for the Lady Bulldogs this season – can mean is not lost to James. “That provides a big advantage,” he said. “You cannot overestimate the power of chemistry, and that is already there. The familiarity with each other as players is very important. “We want to bring more of their high school success to Clarendon.”
COMING UP BETWEEN THE LINES Saturday, Feb. 18 Baseball Varsity at Shallowater (scrimmage), noon Golf Varsity boys at Plainview, TBA Wrestling Varsity boys, girls at Region 1 tournament, TBA
Monday, Feb. 20 Boys Basketball Varsity at Bi-District playoffs, TBA Tuesday, Feb. 21 Boys Basketball Varsity at Bi-District playoffs, TBA
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Thursday, Feb. 23 Baseball Varsity at Shallowater tournament, TBA JV at Amarillo tournament, TBA Boys Basketball Varsity at Area playoffs, TBA Softball JV at Pampa, 4:30 p.m. Varsity at Fox County Tournament, El Paso, TBA
FRIDAY NIGHT LIGHTS
Friday, Feb. 24 Baseball Varsity at Shallowater tournament, TBA JV at Amarillo tournament, TBA Freshmen at Muleshow, 5:30 p.m. Boys Basketball Varsity at Area playoffs, TBA Softball Varsity at Fox County Tournament, El Paso, TBA Tennis Varsity at Viking Invitational, Bryan, TBA Wrestling Varsity boys, girls at State tournament, Houston, TBA
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Community/Sports
Saturday, February 18, 2017 Have community news to share? John Carson, Managing Editor, editor@herefordbrand.com
La Madre tours post office From Contributed Sources
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Aikman Elementary School has gotten its entry in for the 2017 Big Brothers Big Sisters Bowl for Kids Sake on March 24-25. The Aikman Amigos include, from front left, Rita Avila, Sabrina Garza; back from left, Adela Hinojosa, Janet Tamez, Kelly Goodin, Leticia Enriquez, Janine Lopez and Annette Villarreal.
Team roster filling up for BBBS Bowl for Kids Sake
From Contributed Sources The 18th edition of Bowl for Kids’ Sake (BFKS) has been set for Friday and Saturday, March 24-25 at Sugarland Mall Bowling Lanes in Hereford. The annual event is a fundraiser for Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) of Hereford and features bowling sessions Friday evening March 24 with separate sessions slated for morning and early afternoon on Saturday, March 25. “Bowl for Kids’ Sake (BFKS) is a fun and easy way to help Big Brothers Big Sisters,” BBBS of Hereford executive director Sara Pesina said. “Whether you bowl or make a donation, you will make a positive, longlasting impact on children in our community. Friends, co-workers, businesses, churches, and civic clubs come together in support of our agency’s work. BFKS is a widely anticipated annual event because everyone has such a great time. “We have set our goal at 75 teams, 20 T-shirt logo sponsors and 10 lane sponsors. Furthermore, we hope to have three major sponsors whose contributions will boost BFKS revenue. Our board and staff diligently work to deliver a fun-filled experience for all of our teams.”
The Bowl for Kids’ Sake theme this year is ”Fiesta Bowl for Kids’ Sake” with coordinating T-shirts, decorations and party favors. Each BFKS team is comprised of five or six bowlers for an entry fee of $50 per bowler. Included in the fee is bowling, shoe rental, T-shirts, snacks, beverages, party favors and chances to win door prizes. Teams are encouraged to raise additional money to increase the success of BFKS. Teams registered prior to Feb. 24 will be able to order specific T-shirt sizes. Teams signing up after that date will automatically receive extra-large T-shirts. “Area businesses can also contribute to our event with their logo placement on the back of the T-shirts,” Pesina said. “This is a highly visible and reasonably priced promotional venue for companies, clubs and organizations. “Another type of sponsorship is for a bowling lane, where a business or organization gets special signage on a lane for the entire event. These sponsorships are perfect opportunities for entities that may not have enough people for a team but still want to contribute to BFKS.” Big Brothers Big Sisters has been a part of the Hereford community since 1974.
Members of La Madre Mia Study Club met at Hereford Post Office for their Jan. 26 meeting to do more than buy stamps or mail a letter. Hereford Postmaster Karen Martin led the group on a tour of the post office. She gave the history of the local post office and the huge wooden artwork in the lobby. She told about the number of employees and postal mail carriers – both in town and in rural areas. She explained that all mail is sent to Amarillo to be sorted and is sent from there. After the tour, she answered questions. The group then moved to First Presbyterian Church for the business meeting. Club president Melinda Bridge presided over the meeting, and the Social Committee revealed plans for the club’s Valentine’s party. Members were served Contributed photo refreshments by hostesses La Madre Mia Study Club member Billie Lemons, left, takes Mary Ann O’Rear and Patty a moment with Hereford Postmaster Karen Martin after the Harshey. group’s recent tour of Hereford Post Office.
TEXAS COMMISSION ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
NOTICE OF APPLICATION AND PRELIMINARY DECISION FOR AN AIR QUALITY STANDARD PERMIT FOR CONCRETE BATCH PLANT REGISTRATION PROPOSED REGISTRATION NUMBER: 143985 APPLICATION AND PRELIMINARY DECISION. Watson's Longhorn Feedlot Construction, Inc., P.O. Box 351, Hereford, Texas 79045-0351, has applied to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) for an Air Quality Standard Permit for a Concrete Batch Plant Registration Number 143985, which would authorize construction of a permanent concrete batch plant under Title 30 Texas Administrative Code § 116.611 (30 TAC § 116.611) at 3510 West Highway 60, Hereford, Deaf Smith County, Texas 79045. This application was submitted to the TCEQ on November 10, 2016. The proposed facility will emit the following air contaminants: particulate matter including (but not limited to) aggregate, cement, road dust, and particulate matter with diameters of 10 microns or less and 2.5 microns or less. The executive director has completed the technical review of the application and determined that the application meets all of the requirements of a Standard Permit authorized by 30 TAC § 116.611 which would establish the conditions under which the facility must operate. The executive director has made a preliminary decision to issue the registration because it meets all rules and regulations. The permit application, executive director’s preliminary decision, and standard permit will be available for viewing and copying at the TCEQ central office, the TCEQ Amarillo regional office, and the Deaf Smith County Library, 211 East 4th Street, Hereford, Deaf Smith County, Texas, beginning the first day of publication of this notice. The facility’s compliance file, if any exists, is available for public review at the TCEQ Amarillo Regional Office, 3918 Canyon Dr, Amarillo, Texas. PUBLIC COMMENT/PUBLIC MEETING. You may submit public comments or request a public meeting about this application. The purpose of a public meeting is to provide the opportunity to submit comment or to ask questions about the application. The TCEQ will hold a public meeting if the executive director determines that there is a significant degree of public interest in the application or if requested by a local legislator. A public meeting is not a contested case hearing. You may submit additional written public comments within 30 days of the date of newspaper publication of this notice in the manner set forth in the AGENCY CONTACTS AND INFORMATION paragraph below.
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Bluebonnet Elementary School tossed its figurative ball into the rack for the 18th annual Bowl for Kids Sake fundraiser. Making up the school’ team are, from left, Chasaidy Cantrell, Isela Neyra, Gina Sessions, Cassie Foster and Jana Hedrick.
DOUSED: Whiteface playoff hopes dashed FROM PAGE 7
fire and took a 25-19 lead that was extended to 42-29 at the half. The Herd tried to climb back into it in the third – pulling within 57-47 by the period’s end – but could not get over the hump down the stretch. In their final game as Whitefaces, seniors Parker Lowrey and Caleb Martinez each scored a team-high 17 points with Martinez knocking down three 3-pointers and hitting 60 percent of his shots from the field. Isiah Escobal added 11 points for the Herd, while Sergio Cruz, Matt Herrera and Bo Baker rounded out the scoring with 6, 4 and 4 points, respectively. Beaux Bennett took game scoring honors with 19 points to lead
the Dogs, who also received 12 points from Ryan Rodriguez. “It was disappointing to miss the playoffs,” Villegas said. “Tuesday’s result would not have mattered because Caprock won, but we had opportunities to control our fate. “We just didn’t get it done.” The Whitefaces had the chance to finish as high as third after a Feb. 3 win over Dumas in the home finale and remained in a logjam for the fourth spot until the end. However, somewhat favorable scheduling for the final three games – that included playing other teams in the hunt, while two of them had to face district champion Amarillo and the third
took on No. 2 Palo Duro – was hampered by the fact that all three were on the road. “Finishing up with three straight on the road was tough,” Villegas said. “In fact, four of our last five games were away from home. “It was tough, but you have to win on the road to be successful. We have to find a way to fix that.” PLAINVIEW 73, HEREFORD 59 1 2 3 4 HHS 19 10 18 12 – 59 PHS 25 17 15 16 – 73 Halftime: 42-29, Plainview HEREFORD (59): Suarez 0, Herrera 4, Cervantez 0, Escobal 11, DeLozier 0, Maratinez 17, Baker 4, Lowrey 17, Castaneda 0, Villarreal 0, Cruz 6. PLAINVIEW (73): T.Coleman 8, Fairweather 7, Hauk 9, De La Garza 0, Peterson 1, Searcy 5, Deberry 8, Rodriguez 12, Wallace 2, D.Coleman 2, Bennett 19.
RESPONSE TO COMMENTS AND EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR ACTION. After the deadline for public comments, the executive director will consider the comments and prepare a response to all relevant and material or significant public comments. Because no timely hearing requests have been received, after preparing the response to comments, the executive director may then issue final approval of the application. The response to comments, along with the executive director’s decision on the application will be mailed to everyone who submitted public comments or is on a mailing list for this application, and will be posted electronically to the Commissioners Integrated Database (CID). INFORMATION AVAILABLE ONLINE. When they become available, the executive director’s response to comments and the final decision on this application will be accessible through the Commission’s Web site at www. tceq.texas.gov/goto/cid. Once you have access to the CID using the above link, enter the registration number for this application which is provided at the top of this notice. This link to an electronic map of the site or facility's general location is provided as a public courtesy and not part of the application or notice. For exact location, refer to application. http:// www.tceq.texas.gov/assets/public/hb610/index.html?lat=34.79696&lng=102.4221&zoom=13&type=r. MAILING LIST. You may ask to be placed on a mailing list to obtain additional information on this application by sending a request to the Office of the Chief Clerk at the address below. AGENCY CONTACTS AND INFORMATION. Public comments and requests must be submitted either electronically at www.tceq.texas.gov/about/comments.html, or in writing to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, Office of the Chief Clerk, MC-105, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 787113087. If you communicate with the TCEQ electronically, please be aware that your email address, like your physical mailing address, will become part of the agency’s public record. For more information about this permit application or the permitting process, please call the Public Education Program toll free at 1 800 687 4040. Si desea información en Español, puede llamar al 1-800-687-4040. Further information may also be obtained from Watson's Longhorn Feedlot Construction, Inc. at the address stated above or by calling Ms. Natalia Rodriguez, Consultant, RSB Environmental at (832) 291-3473. Notice Issuance Date: February 15, 2017