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County to bid Smith reluctant farewell By John Carson BRAND Managing Editor

The traditional New Year’s Eve strains of “Auld Lang Syne” will waft a few days early this year through Deaf Smith County Courthouse. The regular Deaf Smith County Commissioners Court meeting on the last week of the month that – for the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day – is usually cancelled or numbingly mundane has a special purpose this

year as the county bids a reluctant farewell to Precinct 1 Commissioner Pat Smith. With his seat for grabs in 2016, Smith’s name was noticeably absent when qualifying for the race closed in mid-December 2015. Admitting he had heard plenty of “finally decided to throw in the towel” comments, Smith revealed in January that his stepping down was not be-

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cause he really wanted to leave office, but something he believed was in the best interest of his constituents and the county. “My hearing is getting worse,” Smith said. “I have endured a hearing problem all my life, but it has gotten worse over the past two years. “I knew I was missing too much information [in meetings] because of hearing problems.”

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The three-term commissioner became aware of his increasing hearing difficulties when he was first elected in 2004. Since then, he admitted “going through” three different sets of hearing aids in attempts to ease the problem. “It is especially hard talking on the telephone,” Smith said. “I was having a hard time understanding and communicating with constituents. There was too much information I and they might be missing."

School drought officially snapped with TEA results By Chris Aguilar BRAND Staff Writer

Hereford Independent and postsecondary readiSchool District (HISD) is ness (index 4). having one of its best holiThe TEA ratings report days in more than a decade showed HISD campuses had after receiving an early little trouble achieving that Christmas last month. goal with all but one school The Texas Education meeting all four indexes. Agency (TEA) made HISD fell just one official its 2015-16 short of having all accountability ratcampuses meet ings for school sysstandard for 2105 tems around the when Hereford Hill state, and HISD has School failed to plenty for which to pass three indexes. be proud. In addition to After prelimihaving all schools nary results came meet standard, out in early SepHISD saw a marked BLANKENSHIP tember, HISD ofincrease in the ficials awaited last number of distincmonth’s official designa- tions earned. tions with proverbial held Distinctions revolve breath. around results in as many An exhale came when as seven additional categofinal results, which were ries in comparison to 41 released last month, con- other state schools of simifirmed HISD had all its cam- lar demographics. puses meet standards. In 2015, HISD finished The results with six total dismarked the first tinctions – three time in 10 years for Aikman ElemenHISD has seen all tary, two for Blueits campuses meet bonnet Elementary standard. and one for Tierra “HISD is very Blanca Elementary. proud of our stuAikman led the dents and staff for way again for 2016 having met stanas a total of 13 dard,” HISD Sudistinctions were perintendent Sheri earned by HISD STOKES Blankenship said. schools. “We recognized the Aikman finished most important account- with five of a possible six. ability system is that of our Hereford Junior High made local community.” it in three of the five. According to TEA, to Bluebonnet and Tierra earn met-standard status, Blanca each finished with a school must meet at least two distinctions, while three of four established Northwest Elementary indexes – Student achieve- earned one for student ment (Index 1), student progress. progress (index 2), closing performance gaps (index 3) PLEASE SEE HISD | 2

Jingle bells, jingle bells, oo-rah all the way JROTC elves make Christmas better in Deaf Smith County By Chris Aguilar BRAND Staff Writer Some might question if the big guy in red really does exist and, if so, how does he manage to get gifts to boys and girls all over the world? The answer can be found in the Toys for Tots program initiated by the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve. Established in 1947, the program is designed to collect toys and

distribute to children whose parents were unable to provide gifts for Christmas. Some might say this is Santa making Christmas dreams come true through his surrogate elves in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve. Some of those elves can be found in Deaf Smith County, dressed in everyday clothes or posing as members of the Hereford High School U.S. Marine Corps JROTC. JROTC commander Maj. Johnny Journey and cadets helped a number of Christmas wishes become reality this year for children in the county by distributing collection boxes around town. Cadet collection efforts for Toys for Tots began in early November and ended PLEASE SEE JROTC | 2

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Hereford High School’s U.S. Marine Corps JROTC coordination of this year’s Toys for Tots drive proved a success as 1-year-old Henry Castillo illustrates while getting acquainted with his gift.

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HISD: FROM PAGE 1

“Not only are we meeting standard, we are getting to the top of the ranges,” HISD chief academic officer Mark Stokes said. “We are pleased, but we know

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Monday with a 90-minute Zumbathon fundraiser at Hereford YMCA. “The Zumbathon was a great turnout for Toys for Tots” YMCA director Cindy Simmons said. “We had participants of all ages showing their support for the program. “We are hoping to do a huge event next year.” The local collection efforts resulted in more than 160 local children – representing 86 Deaf Smith families – being presented gifts as a result. Toys were collected and distributed Tuesday at the HHS JROTC building, where children were set free to pick one toy of their choice. “The best part of the program is that the toys stay here for the children of Hereford” Journey said.

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Hereford Police Chief Brent Harrison and fellow members of Deaf Smith County law enforcement – along with Amarillo Bikes for Tots – delivered 30 new bicycles to students at Tierra Blanca Elementary School (TBES) who had perfect attendance for fall semester. TBES students who saw coming to school parlayed into a bike for Christmas were Eswin Gonzalez, Elsi Hernadez, Luis Tello, Lorenzo Gonzales, Marina Tello, Mario Barajas; Karyme Arzola, Isaac Hernandez, Krisalynn Mercer-Fowler, Violeta Tovar, Julian Gonzalez, Adolpho Zamora, Angel Martinez, Victor Avina, Jason Avina, Jocelyn Hernandez, Natalia Rodriguez, Duvy Ortiz, Tye Ward, Mikaela Trevino, Malachi Murillo, Ruth Sebastian, Jesus Guereca, Angelito Barrientos, Raul Lucio, Gaspar Diego, Kyra Fletcher, Joseph Gonzalez, Bryanna Gallardo Hernandez and Natalia Rodriguez.

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Maria Elena (Gonzalez) Alaniz, 74, longtime Hereford resident, was called home by the Lord on Monday, Dec. 19, 2016 in Amarillo. A rosary is scheduled for 6:30 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 22 in Hereford Heritage Funeral Home, 411 E. 6th St. A mass of Christian burial service is scheduled for 10 a.m., Friday, Dec. 23 at San Jose Catholic Church with the Rev. Jose Ramon Molina serving as celebrant. Burial will follow in West Park Cemetery. Services are under the direction of Hereford Heritage Funeral Home.

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Maria was born on July 25, 1942, to Blas and Bacilia (Garza) Gonzalez in Valle Hermoso, Tamaulipas, Mexico. She moved to Hereford in 1963 from Edinburg, Texas. Maria accomplished many things in her lifetime. She raised two boys and two girls. She was also the family provider as a seamstress, carpenter and gardener. She loved to bake and was also the chief cook and bottle washer for the family. She liked traveling to south Texas and California to visit family. Maria loved music, especially singing. Maria will be dearly missed by all who loved her. Maria was preceded in death by her parents, Blas Gonzalez and Bacilia Garza; father of her children, Aristeo Alaniz; brothers Pablo, Ignacio, Bonifacio, Florentino, Aurelio; and sister Eduvijes Gonzalez.

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Those left behind to cherish her memories are Larry Ulibarri, companion of many years; sons Armando Alaniz and wife Hilda of Amarillo, and Nathan Alaniz and wife Polly of Odessa; daughters Olga Santos and husband David of Hurst, and Yolanda Alaniz of Hereford; brother Gilberto Gonzalez and wife Ofelia of San Juan; sisters

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Maria Guadalupe Andrade of Hereford, and Gloria Sotello of Pharr; eight grandchildren; and a host of many friends. The family suggests memorials to a charity of choice. Express condolences to the family and sign the online guest book at www. herefordheritagefh.com.

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N. Hwy 385 806-364-2160 Sundays • NA meeting, 8 p.m., at Hereford Community Center, 100 Ave. C. For more information call 570-4648. • Praire Acres Activities: 10, Movie & Snacks; 11:30, Background music; 4, Tenth St. Church of Christ; 7:30, Dominoes Mondays • Rotary Club, noon, Sugarland Mall Grill • Deaf Smith County Historical Museum regular hours 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, and only by appointment on Sunday • Troop 50 Boy Scouts, 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Northwest Elementary. All boys ages 11-18 are invited to participate. Call 289-5354 for information. • Al-Anon Group, 7 p.m. at Fellowship of Believers Church, 245 Kingwood, for more information call 364-6045 or 676-7662. • Hereford Retired School Employees Association meeting will be

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: dgproc-

tor@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); 10-10:30, 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

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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.

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. • Los Ciboleros Chapter NSDAR,

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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Sports

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Start dooms Whitefaces

Miscues plague Lady Herd

By John Carson BRAND Managing Editor

By John Carson BRAND Managing Editor A season-long struggle with turnovers raised its head again Tuesday as the No. 4 Amarillo Lady Sandies made short work of Hereford, 52-27, in District 3-5A action. In seeing their losing streak extended to seven, the Lady Herd dropped to 5-10 and 0-3 in league play after opening with No. 2 Canyon, No. 17 Plainview and the fourth-ranked Lady Sandies (17-1, 2-1). Handcuffed by a pressure Amarillo defense and 19 first-half turnovers – 28 for the game, the Lady Whitefaces went scoreless for almost eight full minutes spanning the first and second quarters. In all, they managed to score only three points during the final 11-plus minutes of the first half to see a 17-7 first-quarter deficit rise to 33-10 at intermission. The Lady Herd was able to get as close as 19 at 3920 on a bucket with 1:10 to go in the third, but saw the deficit stretched to a gamehigh 25 (50-25) with 3:42 remaining. Without a double-figure scorer, the Lady Whitefaces were limited to fewer than 34 points for the fourth consecutive game as Lexi Escobal led the way with 9 points. Michelle Villalobos added 6 points for the Lady Herd, while Lindsey Carrillo finished with 4. Faith Castaneda and Lori Arias rounded out the scoring

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Lindsey Carrillo (12) drvies the lane during Tuesday's loss to No. 4 Amarillo in District 3-5A play. with 3 points each. The Lady Sandies had only one hit double digits as Zayla Tinner took game scoring honors with 14 points – 8 in the first quarter. After a six-day break for Christmas, the Lady Whitefaces get back into action on Tuesday when they open play in the annual Burkburnett holiday tournament. The tournament is scheduled to run through Wednesday.

District play for the Lady Herd picks up Tuesday, Jan. 3 with a visit to Randall. AMARILLO 52, HEREFORD 27 1 2 3 4 AHS 17 16 8 11 – 52 HHS 7 3 10 7 – 27 Halftime: 33-10, Amarillo AMARILLO (52): Henry 6, Dawn 5, Nance 0, Carter 0, Crockett 3, Mayfield 0, Simpson 2, Milton 8, S.Tinner 6, Darnell 6, Easter 0, Z.Tinner 14. HEREFORD (27): Barba 0, Escobal 9, Lookingbill 0, Arias 3, Carrillo 4, Valenzuela 2, Ramirez 0, Villalobos 6, Castaneda 3.

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A lethargic opening to the contest led to ultimate defeat Tuesday as the Hereford Whitefaces fell to visiting Amarillo, 60-42, in the District 3-5A opener for both. The loss snapped a twogame winning streak for the Herd, who dropped to 6-6 overall and 0-1 in league play. “We weren’t aggressive early on offense,” Hereford coach C.J. Villegas said. “We stood around and watched the ball. We didn’t move well. “It really came back to haunt us. You can’t that against a good team like Amarillo.” Renick Hill nailed backto-back 3-pointers midway through the first quarter to snap a 4-4 tie and give the Sandies a lead that was never headed. The treys sparked a 10-0 run to end the quarter and 24-4 surge that saw the bulge pushed to 28-8 with 2:44 to play in the half. Turning the ball over 13 times in the first two periods, the Whitefaces were staring out of a 32-14 halftime hole. Content to spend most of the game working the ball around the perimeter, the Sandies took a game-high 59-33 advantage with 4:52 remaining before the Herd ended the game on a 9-1 spurt. “I’m not sure there were many positives to take from this,” Villegas said. “We competed well, but we still gave up too many put-backs and easy baskets and didn’t come up with enough loose balls. “They move the ball well and work their offense. They are a good team.” Also hampering the Whiteface effort was star post Parker Lowrey spending significant portions of the game on the bench with foul trouble. The 6-8 senior went to the bench with his second foul just 32 seconds into the second quarter before return-

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Herd's Kaleb Suarez (0) looks for passing room Tuesday against a stout Amarillo defense. ing and picking up his third 8 seconds before the break. “That really hurt us,” Villegas said. “That is huge part of our offense and game. He’s averaging 20 points and 10-plus rebounds per game. It hurts when you have to sit him.” Lowrey was the only Whiteface to crack double figures in scoring with a team-high 10 points. Sergio Cruz and Caleb Martinez – who canned a trio of treys – added 9 points each, while Isaiah Escobal chipped in 6 points. After a Christmas break, the Herd gets back in action

Wednesday at the Midland holiday tournament. They open pool play Wednesday at 10:30 a.m., against Odessa with additional pool games Thursday at 12:30 p.m., against Midland and 7:30 p.m., against Bushland. AMARILLO 60, HEREFORD 42 1 2 3 4 AHS 14 18 19 9 – 60 HHS 4 10 14 13 – 42 Halftime: 32-14, Amarillo AMARILLO (60): Rector 1, Lewis 10, Lambert 9, Ra.Hill 4, Williams 0, Re.Hill 12, Wieck 2, Auverman 0, Moffitt 2, Rivera 10, Betts 10. HEREFORD (42): Suarez 0, Herrera 2, Cervantez 0, Escobal 6, DeLozier 4, Martinez 9, Baker 2, Lowrey 10, Collier 0, Cruz 9.

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Tuesday, Dec. 27 Girls Basketball Varsity at Burkburnett tourney, TBA

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Wednesday, Dec. 28 Boys Basketball Varsity vs. Odessa at Midland tourney, 10:30 a.m. Girls Basketball Varsity at Burkburnett tourney, TBA

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Thursday, Dec. 29 Boys Basketball Varsity vs. Midland at Midland tourney, 12:30 p.m. Varsity vs. Bushland, 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 30 Boys Basketball Varsity at Midland tourney, TBA

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First United Methodist Church invites you to

CHRISTMAS EVE SERVICE December 24 @ 5:30pm Carols, Communion, and Candlelight

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CHRISTMAS DAY SERVICE December 25 @10:45am No Sunday School

For a full list of toy safety tips, dangerous toys, and recalls, visit the CPSC website at: www.cpsc.gov.

Have a Safe and Happy Holiday Season! Texas Department of State Health Services Hereford Clinic 205 W. 4th Street, Suite 102 (806) 364-4579

First United Methodist Church Rev. Kevin S. Bushart 501 North Main Street, Hereford, Texas (806) 364-0770

8:00am-12:00pm & 1:00pm-5:00pm M-F (Closed the last two business days of every month)

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Saturday, December 24, 2016

Blessings of theSeason Why is a fundraising campaign that doesn’t involve sending Christmas cards called Project Christmas Card? Because the project is an alternative to sending individual Christmas greetings to local friends! The project was started in 1956 by a group of doctors’ wives who wanted to offer local residents an opportunity to support specific needs of the local medical community. L’Allegra Study Club has sponsored the project since 1986 and we are proud to serve once again. We feel fortunate to have the opportunity to be involved with Project Christmas Card, as it had given so much back to the community we love.

All who participate in Project Christmas Card take this moment to extend Christmas Greeting to each & everyone in the area. Temple and Karen Abney Carl and Johnnie Alford Edward and Kathy Allison Eddie and Tammy Ambold Anonymous Judy and Rodney Barrett Richard and Brenda Barrett Jimmy and Marilyn Bell Rita Bell Ray, Nadine, and Marcus Berend Eileen Berryman Jerry, Gwen, Rachel, and Daniel Betzen Tom and Cheryl Betzen Bob and Camille Beville Eric and Micah Black Herschel and Ruth Black Kate Bradley Keith and Becky Bridwell Randy and Kathy Brorman Johnny and Janice Brownlow Guy, Darla, and Tell Bryant Kevin and Cathy Bunch Alice Burges Julie, Luke and Anna Butler Lynette Butler and Sue Andrews Roy and Shirley Carlson Margaret Carnahan Janice and Mike Carr Cody and Lindsey Chandler Cindy Don Clark Bailee, Jordy, and Hudson Collier Gayle and Gracey Cornelius John and Desta Crawford Brent and Torrie Dance Walter and Beverly Davis Ed and Carlynn Delozier Dan and Sharon Eytcheson The Finley Family First National Bank Lisa and Chip Formby Family Edward and Brenda Fuentes Mr. and Mrs. Tom George Mr. and Mrs. Calvin Goodin Chris and Judith Grotegut and Sons Gwen and Sandra Hacker Hailey Reece and Kaeli Hales Scott and Lori Hall Ed and Cynthia Streun - Hartley Alta Mae Higgins and Family Dan and Vicky Higgins Sharon and Steve Hodges Jerry, Mariellen, and Kristy Homfeld Cindy Horton Dr. Howard Johnson Bob and Nancy Josserand

Marilyn and William Kahlich N.D. and Leota Kelso LaNell Kendrick Sidney Kerr KPAN Radio Lynn Kriegshauser Billie and Rob Lemons Ricky and Stacie Lloyd Alice M. Lueb Ann Lueb Luke Christine Marnell and Family Lois Matchett Pat and Carolyn Maupin Mrs. Duffy McBrayer The McCabe Family Gary and Shirley McCulloch The Merritts Kim Middleton The Monsebais Family Max and Shelly Moss Jackie Murphey and Jan Page Justin and Jenna Noggler Dane or Sally Noyce Ronald and Linda Ott Larry and Martha Paetzold John and Susan Perrin Raul and Sara Pesina Ben R. Plummer Steve, Carla, and Allee Purcella Leander and Clara Reinart Bonnie and Troy Rhodes Gary and Diane Riddle Betty Sue Robinson Steve and Terry Robison Caryle and Dorothy Sargent Leona Schilling Charles and Geraldine Schlabs Raymond and Mary Schlabs Al and Sammie Schumacher Dorothy Schumacher Carla Scott Jerry and Sue Smith Carl and Joan Strafuss Brenda and Bud Thomas Johnny and Jana Trotter Tony and Loretta Urbanczyk Herb and Elizabeth Vogel Tamara and Randy Vogel Naomi Walker Ginger and Joe Wallace Carolyn Waters Jan and Ron Weishaar Donna West Warren and Kim White George and Anita Wilhelm

Saturday, December 24, 2016

Classifieds Apartments Blue Water Garden Apartments now taking applications. 2, 3, and 4 bedroom apartments available. Come by 612 Irving St. to pick up an application. Call (806)364-6661 for more information.. 3 bdrm, 2 bath brick home on Juniper. Contact (806) 346-6401 between 6 & 9 p.m. House for Rent, 2 bedroom, 1 bath. 124 Ranger. $700 month and $500 deposit. Call 806-364-5038. Apartments for Rent: 806344-2390 or 806-344-2387. Tierra Blanca Apartments now leasing, 1 and 3 bedrooms available. Call or come by today! 806-3632775

Have a classified? Andrew Bouillon, Creative Director, design@herefordbrand.com

Mendoza Irrigation

off on most weeks and hours will average 50-60 straight wage, no overtime. Position offers full benefit package including Health Insurance and 401K. Interested applicants should apply in person at Bovina Cattle Co., 600 US HWY 60, Bovina, Tx. 806/225-4400

Used pivots for sale 6-zimmatics 4-valleys 8-reinkes

Dispatcher. Tech savvy. Call for an appoinment for an interview. Please no walk-ins. 363.2366.

Call John at 806-729-2396 for more information

NOW HIRING

JayBe Hiring for full time and part time drivers in the Hereford and Plainview area • Health Benefits • Paid Vacation • Local job with home time • Must have two years certified experience

Call or come by in person to 3600 FM 2856 Herford, TX 79045

Employment

Mill Maintenance. Bovina Cattle Company, A Division of Friona Industries, L.P. has a position available for Mill Maintenance. Responsibilities will include repair and maintenance of mill equipment and machinery, housekeeping, loader/truck operation, and other duties as assigned. Mechanical/ Welding skills preferred. Applicants must be willing to perform or learn all of these duties mentioned, possess a strong work ethic and work well in a team environment. Work Schedule will include 1 & ½ days

Mer-Lindy is a female mix that is a little bigger than a chihuahua. She will be a small to medium sized dog and is about as friendly as they come but is pretty hesitant with men. She would be a great addition to the family with a small child. Lindy is 13lbs and such a sweet lapdog.

Call 806-418-5031 or 806-731-3049

Mechanic needed. Pay depends on experience. Apply in person at 1909 E. HWY 60 or call 806-3640951. Hereford Nursing and Rehab seeking full-time dietary aid and housekeeping staff. Pick up application at human resources

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Services NEW & REBUILT KIRBY G Models 30% off. New Panasonic Vacuums 25% off. Parts & Repairs on all make & models in your home. 364-4288.

Call in a Classified! 806-364-2030

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!

Part time position available for farm chores and livestock caretaker. Experience with horses and cattle preferred. Applicant must have dependable transportation and be dependable. Salary commiserate with experience. This would be a perfect fit for a college student or a retired or semi-retired individual. Interested candidates should come by 133 W. Third Street to apply for the position.

Home Health LVN Position Available Great work environment!!! Full time LVN needed for home nursing care. 8am to 5pm with some on call. Competitive pay and benefit package Enthusiastic go-getter a plus! Please apply in person at: Bluebonnet Home Health and Hospice 304 E. 11th Friona Texas (806)247-0057

Mesothelioma may occur 30 to 60 years after exposure to asbestos. Many workers were exposed from the 1940s through the 1970s. Industrial and construction workers, along with their families (second hand exposure) are among those at risk for mesothelioma, lung cancer or gastro cancer (throat, stomach, colon). Call us for professional insight.

EXPERIENCE

COUNTS Lawyers with more than 100 years combined expertise.

Ryan A. Krebs, M.D., J.D. Doctor-Lawyer in Full-time Law Practice

Richard A. Dodd, L.C. Timothy R. Cappolino, P.C.

Board Certified Personal Injury Trial Law and Civil Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization

NO FEE FOR FIRST VISIT

OffICes In HOustOn/COnrOe, teMple and austIn, prInCIpal OffICe In CaMerOn

1-800-460-0606 www.Asbestos Law.com

WE BUY OIL, GAS, &

MINERAL RIGHTS

Both non-producing and producing

including Non-Participating Royalty Interest (NPRI) Provide us your desired price for an offer evaluation.

CALL TODAY: 806.620.1422

LOBO MINERALS, LLC PO Box 1800 • Lubbock, TX 79408-1800

LoboMineralsLLC@gmail.com

Ag Brokers, Ltd.

Bulletin Board

(806) 679-2645

Land and Ag Business consultants with over 100 years experience:

806-364-1919

I’M SOLD ON

Whiteface

RICHARD C. (R.C.) HOELSCHER ATTORNEY AND COUNSELOR AT LAW

out our Service Department for all your service repairs & maintenance 550 N 25 Mile Ave • Hereford, Tx

Monday - Thursday

Attorney services by Appoinment Only

BARRETT PLUMBING 806-364-1818 Harold Barrett Responsible Master Plumber

GILILLAND INSURANCE ASSOCIATES

B.J. Gililland

P.O Box 1600 Hereford, TX 79045

Ph. (806) 364-1881 Fax (806) 364-8655

201 E. Park Ave. • P.O. Box 232 Hereford, Texas 79045

CHRIS GABEL AUTOMOTIVE

Complete Automotive Service Major & Minor Engine Repair

Transmission Overhauls Computer Controls Oil Changes Air Conditioning Electrical

Tune-Ups Brakes Alignments Mufflers

806-363-2886

240 N 25 Mile Ave

Credit Cards Accepted

• Estate auction • Ranch, livestock and wildlife management. • Livestock risk management • Wind and solar project, leasing and development.

Please consider us for your land purchase, sale, management or consulting needs. Steve Sykes, Agent 6703 Alpine Lane Amarillo, TX 79109

Monday - Friday

8:30 a.m. thru 12 p.m. - 1 p.m. thru 5 p.m.

P.O. Box 1775, 304 West Third, Hereford TX 79045 PHONE NO. (806) 364-1200 • FAX (806) 364-9130

Serving Hereford and area for over 45 years Licensed and Bonded #M9828

• Ag business • Land brokerage • Brokerage • Oil & gas exploration and development • Mineral leasing and title examination • Ranch leasing

Advertise Here! 2x2: $30 per week 2x4: $50 per week Ad will be in both Wednesday and Saturday editions. To advertise call April at 806-364-2030

Classified Advertising Policies The Hereford BRAND accepts all advertisement for publication in the classified section on the premise that the product is available as described at the address advertised and will be sold at the advertised price. The Hereford BRAND reserves the right to edit, revise, properly classify or reject advertising copy which does not conform to its rules, regulation and credit policies. The Hereford BRAND does not assume liability or financial responsibility for typographical errors or omissions. We are responsible for the first and correct insertion and report any errors at one. The Hereford BRAND will not be liable for any damages or loss that might occur from errors or omissions in advertisements beyond the amount charged for the advertisements.

Lewy Body Dementia? Parkinson’s Disease Dementia?

Suffer From Visual Hallucinations? Been hearing or seeing things that are not actually present? You may qualify for a research study that is evaluating the safety and effectiveness of a new investigational medication that may help to reduce the symptoms of Lewy Body Dementia or Parkinson’s Disease Dementia if: • You are aged 50 - 85 years with a diagnosis of Dementia with Lewy Bodies • You suffer from visual hallucinations that occur on more days than not • Medications you take have been on a consistent dose for at least 4 weeks For More Information, Please Contact Sleep Therapy and Research Center, Dr. James Andry or Sue Rafati at (210) 614-6000

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Saturday, December 24, 2016

Real Estate

Want to advertise? Andrew Bouillon, Creative Director, design@herefordbrand.com

Denise Teel Broker/Owner 806.341.5937

Each office is independently owned and operated

Jerry Teel REALTOR® 806.341.5936

803 W. 1st • Hereford, TX 806.364.4561 Put a home on your christmas list!

FIND YOUR DREAM HOME

We celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, and we wish to all a Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas May your home be filled with the peace, love and joy of the Savior’s birth

There's No Place Like

Home for the Holidays PURCHASE THIS SPACE 806-364-2030

Hereford BRAND Real Estate Listings Your one stop search for all new home properties for sale in our local area!

From

Mark, Charlotte, Raymond, Ginger and Celeste at

The Mark Andrews Agency

JUST LISTED! DEAF SMITH COUNTY CRP – 320 acres +/- NW of Hereford with 319.7 acres in CRP until 2021, mid contract shredding maintenance completed in July 2016. Wildlife and excellent grass cover. 501 SE 2nd Dimmitt Industrial Building with additional vacant lots. Concrete/Metal/Steel structure with over 10,000sqft includes a Store Front, Office, Bathroom, Storage and Workshop with concrete floor, electricity, heaters, two overhead doors and an additional semi-enclosed storage area on the north side of building. Dimmitt, TX. -1006 W Cleveland – 3/2¾/2 brick home with nice updates, large basement (2 rooms), fireplace, central heat/air, very nice patio and landscape with sprinkler system, EFFECIENCY APARTMENT with workshop/garage. CASTRO CO., TX - NAZARETH, TX. – 102 +/- acre dairy w/home, east of Nazareth on Hwy. 86. CASTRO, CO., TX – 661 ac. +/- w/464 ac. +/- of CRP just expired, 121.6 ac. +/- in CRP until 2020, bal. native grass, on pvmt., great home for a cow or developing for farming. MINERALS/STRONG WATER/PERRYTON, TX. – 830 ac. +/- just out-oftown & adjacent to a city owned property, on all-weather road, beautiful home, tremendous potential for irrigation or residential development. LIPSCOMB CO., TX – 320 ac. developed for irrigation w/2 pivot points in a strong water area! SOUTH OF HEREFORD-65 ACRES – 4/2¾/3 exceptional built brick home with many extras and updates, large basement, office, fireplace, central heat/air, mature landscape with sprinkler system, metal frame barn with concrete floor and electricity, cattle working pens/horse corrals, workshop. PALO DURO CREEK/CITY LAKE ROAD - 280 ac. +/- West of Canyon w/ irr. circle & strong irr. well on top, beautiful area dwn. below w/lvstk. pens. HART, TX. – 709 ac. +/- in strong water area of Castro County, fully developed w/wells & sprinklers, on pvmt. WALKING G ARENA – Castro Co. - 6.65 ac. +/-, located just on the edge of town, a 120’ X 350’ rodeo arena, ten 12’ X 40’ horse stalls. Electric hookup for RV & trailers. Large concrete slab for dances, auctions, etc., on pvmt. WIND-ENERGY INVESTMENT – Castro Co., TX. - 1,391 ac. +/-, 9 wind turbines, plus cash lease of irrigated farmland. EXCELLENT LOCATION - Let’s look at 200 S. 25 Mile Ave. A nice, well maintained commercial building w/8 offices, 4 restrooms, reception area, break room, 2 central heat/air units. Two long-time renters w/room for a third. SWISHER CO. – Choice ½ section, 2 pivots, on pvmt. PRICE REDUCED! DONLEY CO., TX. – 160 ac. +/- CRP. Good hunting. Irrigation potential. LAMB CO. – 880 ac. +/- sprinkler irrigated, 5 contiguous quarters & 80 ac. +/- 1.75 mi. east, highly improved farm! FOR SALE - JUST DOWN THE ROAD - HOMES and COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS IN DIMMITT Please view our websites for details on these properties, choice NM ranches (large & small), choice ranches in the high rainfall areas of OK, irr./ dryland/CRP & commercial properties. We need your listings on any types of ag properties in TX., NM, OK or CO. www.scottlandcompany.com www.texascrp.com Ben G. Scott – Broker Krystal M. Nelson – CO Broker (806) 647-4375

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 1-800-927-9275.

Saturday, December 24, 2016

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CHRISTMAS COLORING CONTEST RESULTS WINNER - Samantha Redwine, 4th grade

RUNNER-UP - Bryce Cula Tapia, 3rd grade

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Saturday, December 24, 2016

Festival of Trees gallery

A Dickens of a column to write By John Carson BRAND Managing Editor

Twas an hour before deadline, and my spirits had sank. There was a column to write, and my mind was a blank. The fact I was speechless was something quite rare. Yet, I typed not a word. I just sat there and stared. The reporters were home. The paper near put to bed, While I sat at my desk, nary a thought in my head. Perhaps I could write of the places I’ve been, Or maybe of players and games that I’ve seen. I had to write something, and it had to come quick. But nothing was there, and now I felt sick. For to miss this deadline would cause such a clatter, The ME would be mad; the publisher madder. The newsroom clock ticked as the darkness closed in. I searched for a spark; some place to begin. Then an idea sprang forth. I know not whence it came, But I summoned all tools, and I called them by name. Now period! Now comma! Now colon and dash! On ampersand, quote marks! On asterisk and slash! Put the verb in that sentence, and finish that graph. Get it done fast, so you can stay on the staff. But the idea had vanished. It had no where to stick, And the screen was still empty as the clock onward ticked. The monitor cast eerie glows into the room, As I sat there engulfed by my impending doom. My mood grew as dark as the newsroom that night, But then shadows took shape to amaze and delight. The greats of the past came alive once again, Perhaps this might be a place to begin. Bobby Jones sidled by, and he asked to play through. Minnesota Fats dropped in with table and cue. Man O’ War had the lead as he rounded the post, And those darting shadows? That’s the Galloping Ghost. Down on one sideline, the Bear prowled again, While down on the other, Lombardi still wins. Jesse Owens took gold and first in the race, Meanwhile putting Adolf in his proper place. Ty Cobb bunted safely, stole second and third, And Joe Jackson played great without reading a word. Then came a fanfare, a true hero’s call To welcome Jim Thorpe, for he did it all. I could do nothing, but sit there and stare. For if I looked away, surely Rod Serling was there. I watched in awe as Babe crushed one o’er the fences, Then a Marciano hook brought me back to my senses. The column was done as the newsroom clock chimed. Can’t proof it for content, I’d run out of time. To composing and paste-up, it was off to the back. To the camera room, presses and onto the racks. I know not what I wrote. I hope it causes no ire, And certainly no problems that might get me fired. No intent was there to insult or deride. It had to get done to professionally survive. At year’s end, you take stock, and things could be worse. You’re upright. You’re breathing, and there’s no empty purse. No train’s in the tunnel, and the end is in sight. Ah, Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night.