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Four seats up for grabs Saturday

By John Carson BRAND Managing Editor

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The rubber meets the proverbial political road Saturday as polls open for city and school elections in Hereford and Deaf Smith County.

Polls open Saturday at 7 a.m., and remain that

way until 7 p.m. for voters to take part in deciding who will sit on a pair of governing boards for the next two years.

A total of four seats are contested in elections for Hereford City Commission and Hereford Independent School District (HISD) Board of

Trustees.

While each board had three seats in the running this year, there are contested races in only three of them.

The biggest looming change is on the HISD Board of Trustees, where three new members will be sworn in at the May

21 meeting.

Seats in Districts I, III and VI are on the block with new faces jockeying for position.

Of those races, only two are contested with David Fanning having already been declared winner of the District III seat because he was un-

opposed.

As a non-resident district trustee, District III incumbent Emily Wade was prevented from filing for re-election when a resident of the district (Fanning) filed.

In District I, Mike BryPLEASE SEE ELECTION | 6

Oh, me, oh, Mia

DeLozier lands silver, heads to state meet Page 7

Lubbock sweeps Lady Herd from playoffs Page 7

FORECAST

Today

Mostly Cloudy/Wind High: 83º Low: 49º RED FLAG WARNING

Thursday

Mostly Sunny/Wind High: 80º Low: 45º

Friday

Mostly Sunny High: 78º Low: 47º

One of the Lady Herd’s all-time leading scorers, Mia Castaneda’s ability behind the arc was one thing that caught the eye of Texas Tech coaches.

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Saturday

Mostly Sunny High: 83º Low: 53º

‘West Texas sharpshooter’ to pull trigger as Lady Raider

Sunday

Partly Cloudy High: 88º Low: 56º

Monday

Partly Cloudy High: 86º Low: 56º

Tuesday

Mostly Cloudy/Wind High: 81º Low: 51º

By John Carson BRAND Managing Editor

INDEX Page 2............Obituaries Page 3......Public Record Page 4................Opinion Page 5..............Outdoors Page 6....................News Page 7..................Sports Page 8................Religion Page 9...........Classifieds Page 10................Sports

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Former Lady Whiteface hoop star Mia Castaneda (20), a two-time District 3-5A MVP, is the first recruit offered a scholarship by new Texas Tech coach Marlene Stollings. Castaneda will transfer to become a Lady Raider after she graduates from Clarendon Junior College next month.

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A new era in Texas Tech Lady Raider basketball began April 9 when Marlene Stollings was introduced as head coach.

To lay the foundation for that new era, Stollings reached into the Panhandle last week and plucked a gem from the High Plains in announcing Mia Castaneda as her first recruiting commitment.

Castaneda, a former Lady Whiteface PLEASE SEE MIA | 10

Skunk confirmed with county's first 2018 case of rabies From Staff Reports

For the first time in more than three years, rabies has raised its head in Deaf Smith County.

Hereford veterinarian Dr. Chris Grotegut reported late Friday that rabies had been confirmed in a skunk tested last week.

The skunk emerged from beneath a home and at-

tacked a puppy southeast of Hereford on County Road BB late April 25, according to the report from Grotegut.

After the skunk was dispatched, it was submitted to the state veterinary lab at Texas A&M University in College Station for testing.

Grotegut received confirmation Friday the skunk was rabid.

Local pet owners are re-

minded to keep rabies vaccinations of their animals current, and to be alert for skunks around ranches and farmscapes, as well as in town.

With dry conditions, there is a high likelihood of skunks entering Hereford in search of water and grubbing for insects in lawns.

Also, leaving pet food or garbage outside can attract

skunks that may also den up beneath outbuildings.

Skunks are normally nocturnal, so be especially wary of skunks that are roaming in the daylight, showing no apparent fear of humans.

Rabies symptoms in skunks include abnormal behavior – such as being active in the daytime – aggressiveness, seizures, stumbling and vocalizing.

Skunks and other infected animals can transmit rabies before they show symptoms of the disease. The rabies virus is transmitted through an infected animals’ saliva.

Hereford residents who see skunks in the daylight or showing other suspicious activity should contact city PLEASE SEE RABIES | 6

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Obituaries

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In Memory of...

Wayne Jones 1943-2018

James C. Clearman 1938-2018

Mr. Wayne Jones, longtime Hereford resident, went home to be with his Lord on Thursday, April 26, 2018 at the age of 74.

A celebration of life service was held Tuesday, May 1 at Temple Baptist Church with the Rev. Bob Fulkerson officiating. Burial followed at West Park Cemetery in Hereford.

Mr. Jones was born on June 29, 1943 to Dan and Helen (Shaw) Jones in Lindsay, Okla. He came to Hereford in the early 1960s and married the love of his life, Camelia Anderson, on July 31, 1965.

He was a high school graduate and worked as a manager for Tip Top Oil. Wayne was also a member of the National Guard Reserves for six years and served as a deacon at Temple Baptist Church for many years.

Wayne was preceded in death by his parents; his beloved wife, Camelia; and granddaughter Melissa.

Those left to cherish his memory are son Rodney Jones and wife Kim of Denton; daughter Stephanie Wink and husband Micheal of Panhandle; brothers James Jones and wife Virginia of Salado, Paul Jones of Hereford, and Danny Jones and wife June of Beaumont; sister Tawana Richardson of Amarillo; grandchildren Krista Jones-Ralston of Amarillo, Brandon Jones of Fort Riley, Kan. and fiancé Sydney Gibson of Elkhart, Kan., Nathaniel, Nicholas, and Christian Wink of Panhandle, and Brittany McAlister and son August of Albuquerque, N.M.; and a host of other family and friends.

Services were under direction of Hereford Heritage Funeral Home.

James "Jamie" Carley Clearman, 79, passed away on Thursday, April 26, 2018 with his family at his side.

A funeral service was held Monday, April 30 in the sanctuary of Lawn Baptist Church, officiated by Mark Moore and the direction of Fry-Smith Funeral Home in Tuscola.

Jamie was born in Lamesa to J.C. and Anna Laura (Stanford) Clearman on Sept. 26, 1938. He was the oldest of five children. The Clearman family moved from Lamesa to Summerfield in 1952, and Jamie graduated from Hereford High School in 1956.

He married Elizabeth Ann Lookingbill in Summerfield on Aug. 20, 1959. They remained in the Hereford area, where their three children, Keith, Karley and Kristi, were born, until moving to Taylor Country in 1969, and settling just east of Tuscola in 1971.

Jamie was a life-long lover of livestock, with a special affinity toward cattle. Stock shows were a part of his raising and that love spilled over to his children and grandchildren. Though the animals may have changed from lambs to steers to a one-year stint with a pig and ending with goats, each child or grandchild gained life-long lessons and quality time with their Dad and Papa.

Jamie is survived by his sons, James Keith and Karley Joe, both of Tuscola; daughter Kristi Ann Whitehurst and husband Kelvin Keith of Lawn; brother Ken Clearman and wife Linda of Arlington; tsisters Diane Walser and husband Kenny of Prosper, Nanetta Thompson and husband Gary of Amarillo, and Mary Jo Leonard and husband Mike of Canadian; brothers-in-law Bradley Lookingbill of Amarillo, and Fred Lookingbill

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and wife Sandy of Friona; sisters-in-law Margaret Lookingbill of Hereford, and Shara Renner and husband Clyde of Friona; grandchildren Kaylee Decker and husband Cameron, Klay Clearman and wife Victoria, Kade Whitehurst and wife Kaylee, Ty Clearman and fiance Madison O'Dell, and Hadley Clearman; and greatgrandchildren Kennedy and Jensen Clearman, and Mason Decker.

Jamie was proceeded in death by his parents; his wife Ann; an infant son, Kolby Lois; two brothers-inlaw, Bill and Jim Lookingbill; and one sister-in-law, Jeannie Lookingbill.

The family wishes to express gratitude to the wonderful ladies and gentlemen of Wisteria Place who gracefully cared for him the past 19 months, and to Kinder PLEASE SEE OBITS | 3

Showtimes for:

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Mondays • Food Pantry, Mon & Fri, 12 p.m. - 4 p.m., Betty DIckson, 806-346-0134 • 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 Employ-

Tuesdays • The Rotary Club meets every Tuesday at noon at Hereford Senior Citizens • 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

Notice is hereby given that, on April 30, 2018, letters testamentary upon the Estate of Loyd Gene Webster, Deceased, were issued by the County Court of Deaf Smith, Texas, to Margaret Delores Webster, as Independent Executor. The mailing address of Margaret Delores Webster is 207 Cherokee, Hereford, Texas 79045. All persons having claims against said estate are required to present them within the time and in the manner prescribed by law.

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ees 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) • Prairie Acres Activities: 9:30, Discussion; 11:40, Background Music; 2, Bible Study/Spanish; 3, Caption This; 7:30, Bingo.

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MAY Sundays • NA meeting, 8 p.m., at Hereford Community Center, 100 Ave. C. For more information call 570-4648.

• Prairie Acres Activities: 10, Movie & Snacks; 11:30, Background music; 4, Tenth St. Church of Christ; 7:30, Dominoes

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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); 10-10:30, Floor Exercise • Prairie Acres Activities: 8:30, Beauty Shop; 11:40, Background Music; 2, Manicures for our ladies & men; 7:30, Watercoloring Wednesdays • Crime Stoppers meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 5 p.m. at Happy State Bank • 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).

• Prairie Acres Activities: 9:15, Zumba Gold Chair; 10, Discussion; 11:30, Chicken Soup for the Soul; 3, Bible Study; 7:30, Movie Night.

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 Com-

munity Center, 100 Ave. C. For more information call 570-4648.

• Los Ciboleros Chapter NSDAR, 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); 10-10:30, Floor Exercise; 10:30-1:00 • Prairie Acres Activities: 9:15, Whoga; 10, Discussion; 11:30, Poems; 3, Bean Bag Toss; 7:30, Stained Glass Painting.

Fridays • Food Pantry, Mon & Fri, 12 p.m. - 4 p.m., Betty DIckson, 806-346-0134 • 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 • Prairie Acres Activities: 9:15 Zumba Gold Chair; 10, Discussion; 11:30 Guidepost; 3, Decorating Bottles; 7:30, Movie Night.

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Hearts Hospice for its additional, compassionate assistance through the journey of Jamie's last months.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to Jim Ned Livestock Association, P.O. Box 191 Tuscola, TX. 79562.

F. Seletta Gholson 1925-2018

Graveside services for Seletta Gholson, 92, a life-long resident of Hereford, will be held at 2 p.m.

Wednesday, May 2 at West Park Cemetery. Funeral service will be at 3 p.m. in The Lamar Room at King’s Manor Methodist Retirement System with the Rev. James Peach officiating. Services are under the personal supervision of Parkside Chapel Funeral Home. Mrs. Gholson went to her heavenly home Sunday, April 29, 2018 in Hereford.

Flora Seletta Robinson was

born May 8, 1925 to Flora and Ervin Robinson Sr. Seletta was a secretary at the Hereford prisoner of war camp, homemaker, volunteer at school functions and helped with Campfire. She was a member of Wesley Methodist Church. Seletta delighted in playing duplicate bridge.

She was an A.C.B.L. member and teacher. She attained the title of Life Master, taught bridge and played regularly in Amarillo, Canyon and Clovis, N.M. Seletta was an avid duplicate bridge tournament player.

She spent over 10 years of her life at King’s Manor, first in a cottage, then in the Manor and at Westgate. She never met anyone who remained a stranger for very long.

She is survived by three daughters, Barbara Harrison of Oklahoma, Virginia (Ginger) Reeves of Louisiana, and Deborah (Debbie) of Virginia; grandchildren Rachel and Albert Harrison, Chad Reeves, and Dale Wiggins; and great-grandchildren Daxton, Gavin, Corbin, and Dehlia Harrison, and Ruby and Larry Reeves.

She was preceded in death by her husband, H.D. (Dick) Gholson; mother Flora Robinson; father James Ervin Robinson Sr.; brothers John Garland Robinson and James Ervin Robinson Jr.; sister Eva Pearl Spurgeon; and grandson Stephen Peyton Wiggins.

The family suggests memorials in Mrs. Gholson’s name be made to King’s Manor Methodist Retirement System, 400 Ranger St., Hereford, TX., 79045.

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Police Blotter Arrests Hereford Police Department

in a drug-free zone and criminal trespass.

Juvenile male, name withheld, 15, arrested for possession of marijuana in a drug-free zone and criminal trespass.

Juvenile male, name withheld, 14, arrested for possession of marijuana in a drug-free zone and criminal trespass.

Juvenile male, name withheld, 14, arrested for possession of marijuana in a drug-free zone and criminal trespass.

Adolph Rodriguez Baleraz, 49, arrested for possession or delivery of a controlled substance and no driver’s license.

April 27 Erica Spain, 21, arrested for a second-or-more offense of driving while license suspended.

Johnny Lee Flores, 34, arrested for allowing an unlicensed person to drive.

April 28 Angeles Gomez, 31, arrested for driving while license invalid-no insurance.

April 29 Juvenile female, name withheld, 15, arrested for possession of marijuana in a drug-free zone and criminal trespass.

Juvenile female, name withheld, 15, arrested for possession of marijuana

April 30 Rachel Moreno Chavez, 44, arrested on an outstanding felony warrant.

Erasmo De La Cruz Ramirez, 44, arrested for

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Reports Hereford Police Department April 28 Lost property was reported in the 200 block of East Third Street.

April 29 Criminal mischief was reported in the 800 block of West Park Avenue.

Assault was reported in the 200 block of Catalpa Street.

April 30 Assault was reported in the 400 block of West Fourth Street.

Theft was reported in the 300 block of West 15th Street.

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CITATION THE STATE OF TEXAS TO: IRINEO PONCE MARTINEZ You have been sued. You may employ an attorney. If you or your attorney do not file a written answer with the clerk who issued this citation by 10:00 A.M.on the Monday next following the expiration of twenty days after you were served this citation and petition, a default judgment may be taken against you.

A petition was filed on the 8th day of March, 2018, in the indicated court of DEAF SMITH County, Texas. You are directed to file a written answer to the petition on or before 10:00 a.m. on the Monday next following the expiration of twenty days after you were served with this citation and petition.

The suit is an action to establish paternity of and to enter appropriate orders for the conservatorship and support of the following child subject of the suit: Name NOELIA VONCILLE SAMPLES The Court has authority in this suit to enter any judgment or decree in the child's interest, which will be binding on you, including the termination of the parent-child relationship, the determination of paternity and the appointment of a conservator with authority to consent to the child's adoption. No property is involved in the suit.

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Public Notice Hereford Independent School District will offer a Bilingual summer School Program for bilingual students who will be in Kindergarten(K5) or First Grade next year. Bilingual Summer School will be held at Stanton, located at 711 E. Park Avenue. The Bilingual Summer School Program will last for 8 weeks, beginning June 4, 2018 and ending July 16, 2018. July 4, 2018 will be a Holiday. Classes will be held Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.. School buses will pick up students at designated points in town. Breakfast will be provided each morning from 7:30 AM to 8:00 AM, and at noon, students will be taken to the High School cafeteria for lunch. After lunch, students will be bused to the designated drop-off points in town.

Purpose of summer school programs: a.) Limited English proficient students shall have an opportunity to receive special instruction designed to prepare them to be successful in kindergarten and first grade. b.) Instruction shall focus on language development and essential knowledge and skills appropriate to the level of the student.

For more information, contact the campus that your child attends.

AVISO PUBLICO

The suit is entitled: CAUSE NUMBER DR-2018C-041 IN THE INTEREST OF NOELIA VONCILLE SAMPLES A CHILD

§ IN THE 222ND DISTRICT COURT § OF § DEAF SMITH COUNTY, TEXAS

THE STATE OF TEXAS DAVID ORTIZ CHERI LAVONNE SAMPLES

ISSUED under my hand and seal of court this ___ day of __________, 20____.

JOSHUA A WRIGHT Attorney of Record State Bar No. 24098635 CHILD SUPPORT OFFICE 301 S POLK ST STE 200 AMARILLO TX 79101-1416 Phone (806)376-4471 Toll Free 1(800)252-8014 Fax (806)349-4602 Attorney for Petitioner

April 27 Brandin Veja, arrested for possession of more than 4 grams-less than 200 grams of a controlled substance and possession of a prohibited substance in a correctional facility.

ACREAGE

Fri., May 11, 2018 | STARTS @ 9:34 A.M. Sycamore Springs Ranch 12754 S 442 Rd | Locust Grove, OK 74352

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AUCTION FIRE TRUCKS, TRUCKS, TRACTOR, TRAILERS, WOOD-MIZER SAWMILL, ALUMINUM PLATE SAW, IMPLEMENTS, BALER, SKID STEER ATTACHMENTS, UTVS & ATVS, MOWERS, PLATFORM SCALE, STORAGE CONTAINERS, MECHANICAL BULL, BUCKING BULL PRO DUMMY, COMPETITION CART, FREIGHT WAGON, CARRIAGE, SLED, SHOW SADDLES, SADDLES, NEW TACK, BULL & BRONC RIDING EQUIPMENT, HUNTING SUPPLIES, DOG KENNEL, VET SUPPLIES, HAY TARP, CATTLE PANELS, FARM SUPPLIES, WATER TANKS, A I EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES, FLAT METAL, IRON SILHOUETTES, OFFICE EQUIPMENT, SCRAP IRON, DECORATIVE WROUGHT IRON, SHOP TOOLS & SUPPLIES, RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT, TENTS, FURNITURE, PARTY SUPPLIES, RETAIL DISPLAY FIXTURES, ANTIQUES, WALK THRU METAL DETECTOR & MISC Auctioneer’s Note: Jerry is the owner of Sycamore Springs Ranch and has decided to sell his property and is downsizing. THIS WILL BE A COMPLETE SELL OUT OF HIS PERSONAL PROPERTY. Even though Jerry will continue to operate estern Mfg, he is looking forward to slowing down and enjoying life a little more. LOTS of items are still being sorted through. At 1:01 pm, we will auction the mechanical bull, wagons, carriages and sled followed by vehicles, equipment and larger items. WE WILL HAVE 2-3 AUCTION RINGS ALL DAY. Lots of pasture parking. Watch for auction signs. Follow us on Facebook for updates or visit our website for pictures at www.chuppsauction.com.

Directions: From the south side of Locust Grove, Ok, at the Jct of Cherokee Turnpike (Hwy 412) & Hwy 82, take Hwy 82 south 4 ½ mi to S 442 Road (Jer-Co Rd), turn right and go ½ mi and auction site is on the right.

evading arrest or detention and no driver’s license.

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ELAINE GERBER, District Clerk DEAF SMITH County, Texas COURTHOUSE 235 E 3RD ROOM 304 HEREFORD TX 79045

By: ________________________, Deputy

El Distrito Escolar Independiente de Hereford, ofrecera un Programa Bilingue en la Escuela de Verano para los estudiantes bilingues que estaran en Kinder (K5) o en Primer Grado el proximo ano. La Escuela del Verano Bilingue se llevara acabo en la escuela Stanton, localizada en 711 E. Park Avenue. El Programa Bilingue en la Escuela de Varano duraria 8 semanas, empezando el 4 de junio de 2018 y 2018 y terminara el 16 de julio de 2018. El 4 de julio es in dia de fiesta. Las clases se llevvaran a cabo de lunes a biernes, 8:00 am a 12:00 pm. Los autobuses de la escuela recogeran a los estudiantes en dsignados puntos de la cuidad. El desayuno se proveera cada manana de las 7:30 asta las 8:00, y a mediodia los estudiantes seran llevados a la cafeteria de la High School. Despues de mediodia, los estudiantes seran leevados en autobus a los designados puntos de la cuidad para bajarse.

Proposito de los prgramas escolares de varano: a.) Estudiantes con limtado dominio de ingles Deben tener la oportunidad de recibir instuccion especial disenado para prepararlos a haver exitoso en kinder y en el primer grado. b.) La instruccion debera enfocarse en el desarrollo del lenguaje y del conociminento y esencial y apropaiadas habilidades al nivel del estudiante.

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OPINION

Hugs for Rent

Abbott urges officials to apply for Harvey funds

Touch seems to be as essential as sunlight – Diane Ackerman, American poet For $80 an hour, you can hire the services of a professional cuddler. That fact isn’t as tawdry as it may sound. An increasing number of single people are starved for physical connection that has nothing to do with sex.

The two-year-old website Cuddlist connects the services of 400 trained cuddlers with clients around the country. Isolated by circumstance and lost personal connections, lonely souls are addressing their natural craving for innocent embraces that are a crucial part of human development and well-being.

These days, men are particularly stymied and walled away from touching now that it’s become a rather risky business. The chaste side hugs and shoulder pats of yesterday are now perceived as out-of-bounds for fear that any well-intentioned physical contact might be misinterpreted. (The tainted name of "Harvey" has been adopted as a verb, as in "He Harveyed me" or "I feel so Harveyed.") Likewise, guys tend to avoid contact with each other, fearful of triggering someone's "gaydar." And heaven forfend the thought of an adult male hugging a child due ALL IN to the possible danger of Kerrie Womble Steiert raising suspicions he’s a pedophile.

The percentage of U.S. adults living without a spouse or partner has risen from 39 to 42 percent in the past 10 years, according to a recent Pew Research Center study.

And yet, we never outgrow our need to be touched, petted, embraced, held. In times of loss, a hug can be the only thing that keeps us from falling.

In America, health is declining and death rates increasing among less-educated white people because of their “disengagement from the mainstream economy, declining levels of social connectedness, weakened communal institutions, and the splintering of society along class, geographic and cultural lines,” according to Nobel Prize-winning economist Angus Deaton and Anne Case.

The United States is not the only nation experiencing an isolation problem. According to Nautilus magazine, alienation from others is killing clusters of Americans and Japanese.

Significant changes in family structure and a 25-year economic slump have isolated the elderly population in Japan, often resulting in kodokushi, the lonely death. A rising number of older Japanese are dying alone in their homes, left for weeks, sometimes months, with no one discovering or caring about their absence.

Japan’s senior citizens are not the only demographic suffering from isolation; 60 percent of unmarried people aged between 18 and 34 have no relationship with a member of the opposite sex, fueling the Asian country’s multi-million dollar “virtual love” industry. Japanese “stranded” singles are falling in love with fictional computer characters in the form of holograms, memes and dating sims.

Technology tempts lonely people, in all first-world countries, to substitute cyber connection for human companionship. Although we may know certain folks who are dating their smart phones, most realize that on-screen likes and heart emojis will never compare to the affection and charity expressed through a real-world hug. But as robotic technology and artificial intelligence evolve, robots are gaining greater "social" abilities, making it inevitable that one day, we will form relationships with our android helpers.

At birth, a mother’s core connection with her newborn begins immediately after birth with skin-to-skin contact. After living protected for nine months in a closed cocoon, an infant unsurprisingly craves mommy’s closeness once delivered into the startling, vastness of open air. Studies have proven what we should instinctively understand: Nurturing physical contact is vital to a child’s intellectual and emotional development. Early, loving touches impart lessons about forming healthy attachments and lowering aggression toward others, benefitting the individual as well as their community.

When we give or receive a hug, our vagus nerve causes a release of the oxytocin hormone, instilling a sense of well-being and stress relief. Regular platonic touches can lower our heart rate and blood pressure while strengthening the immune system and reducing anxiety. Neuroscientist Edmund Ross discovered that pleasant physical contact activates the brain’s orbitofrontal cortex, linked to feelings of reward and compassion.

Besides barking and purring, our nonverbal, four-footed friends communicate by touch and are rarely subtle in their furry demands to be petted, stroked and patted. A scratch behind the ears, snuggled in our laps, the indulgent sweep of our hands over velvet ears – these are our pet’s currency, reinforcing a connection that is equally meaningful.

In the final hours of her life, my mother slipped away, her hand held in my husband's.

Although her mind had been ravaged by Alzheimer's, she instinctively reached for him if his grasp temporarily slipped from hers.

Touch was her final tether to this world. In her last moments, she still harbored a primal need for his warm strength, the comforting sensation of skin on skin, the secure presence of love beyond words.

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Tales of Deaf Smith County “Great opportunities to help others seldom come, but small ones surround us every day.” Sally Koch

curred in 1918, Anna May, with some church friends, often worked around the clock with local doctors to care for the sick. Later, Anna May helped William Isaac “Wink” Valentine was deliver babies and at times the new born Oct. 28, 1878 in Colchester, Ill. mother and baby would stay in the His parents were John William and Valentine home for several weeks.

Mary Adeline Hill Valentine. The oriThe Valentine family members were gin of Wink's nickname came from his very active in First Baptist Church. grandmother Ruth Van Winkle Valen- Anna May was very instrumental in tine's maiden name. raising money for construction of the Wink married Anna May McCullough present church building. She enjoyed at McComb, Ill., on Nov. 3, 1897. The various church activities and was a couple, with their three children born faithful member of the T.E.L. Sunday in Illinois, moved to this area in 1907. school class.

They had two more children, who Even while active in church and were born in present-day Hereford in community events, Anna May's fam1911 and 1915. ily always came first. She saw to their Wink, having farmed in needs and helped with school the mid-western part of the and church activities in which country, brought some of the each family member might be farming innovations from involved. Their five daughthat area with him. ters, Flossie Faye, Zelphia Flo, He operated the first steam Mary E., Alma and Billye Lee, plow that was ever seen in learned quite young to help these parts. Figuratively others and follow in their parspeaking, the smoke from ents' footsteps. the heavy plow cast a shadow The family had live-in help, over the future of ranching in but the children had duthe area. ties and chores to perform.

Carolyn Waters Another interesting enterWhether working or having prise that Wink operated was an eight- fun, Anna May encouraged others by horse freight wagon that carried cargo example. She was a great gardener between Hereford and Dimmitt. The and cook and she loved to share those huge horses seemed to always draw talents with family and friends. attention, especially to children.

The Valentines helped several Starting with 200 acres, Wink soon young people by assisting with their built large land holdings and his farm- pursuit of higher education. They also ing and ranching business was at its saw that their own five daughters repeak during the World War I years. All ceived a good education. was going well until the blizzard of Men who worked for Wink admired 1918 hit the area. him for his always being kind, helpful To make matters worse, Wink suf- and considerate to all. fered a severe case of influenza and Both Wink, who died on Feb. 22, was bedfast for three months. The ill- 1949, and Anna May, who died on ness, which kept him from his farm May 27, 1954, are buried at West Park and ranch duties, and the hazards Cemetery. caused by the blizzard prevented care Wink and Anna May Valentine were of livestock. true pioneers who left an excellent exAlthough most of their cattle were ample and legacy for others to follow. frozen, which caused the Valentines They were friendly and always proved to be crippled financially, they never to be good neighbors who were well“gave up.” Wink refused to file bank- known and respected in the area. Such ruptcy, and he was eventually able to is the legacy for others to leave. pay off his debts. He soon got back to farming and began trading cattle from “To know, after absence, the familthis area to Denver, Kansas City and iar street and road and village and El Paso in order to support his family. house is to know again the satisfaction When the influenza epidemic oc- of home.” Hal Borland

AUSTIN – Mayors, county judges and emergency management officials in communities impacted by Hurricane Harvey received letters last week from Gov. Greg Abbott, urging them to take advantage of available funding.

Some $500 million in funds from the Federal Emergency Management Agency's Hazard Mitigation Grant Program are available now, Abbott said. These funds are in addition to the more than $10 billion in Community Development Block Grant funds approved by Congress and awarded to Texas earlier this year.

"The hazard mitigation funds available today can provide immediate relief and resiliency to your community," Abbott wrote. "As of today, the Texas Department of Emergency Management has received only seven complete applications from the entire region impacted by Hurricane Harvey. That means hundreds of millions of dollars that are available to Texas communities today are not being put to use."

Abbott reminded the officials STATE that local governments would CAPITAL not be obligated to pay the typical 25 percent local cost share HIGHLIGHTS for hazard mitigation grants Ed Sterling and that $600 million of additional hazard mitigation funds will become available in four months.

Hazard mitigation funds can be used for purposes such as: — Buyouts and elevations of flood-prone properties; — Drainage and reservoir projects that eliminate future flooding; — Projects to lessen the frequency or severity of flooding; — Flood risk reduction projects such as dams, retention basins, levees and flood walls; and — Large-scale channeling of waterways.

Chiefs support proposal The Texas Railroad Commission on April 26 joined the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and the Public Utility Commission of Texas in submitting comments on a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency proposal to repeal the Clean Power Plan adopted under the Obama administration in 2015.

A letter signed by the executive directors of the three state agencies supports the EPA's proposed repeal of "Carbon Pollution Emission Guidelines for Existing Electric Utility Generating Units," known as the Clean Power Plan.

On April 27, Gov. Abbott, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton sent a joint letter to the EPA, praising its plan to repeal the plan. They said it "failed to produce evidence of greenhouse gases dangerous enough to necessitate federal regulation."

Abbott says pay for it Gov. Abbott on April 25 sent a letter to former U.S. Rep. Blake Farenthold of Corpus Christi, demanding that he cover costs for an upcoming emergency special election for the 27th Congressional District of Texas.

Abbott ordered the election to fill the seat made vacant by Farenthold's recent resignation.

"While you have publicly offered to reimburse the $84,000 in taxpayer funds you wrongly used to settle a sexual harassment claim, there is no legal recourse requiring you to give that money back to Congress," Abbott wrote. "I am urging you to give those funds back to the counties in your district to cover the costs of the June 30, 2018, special election. This seat must be filled, and the counties and taxpayers in the 27th Congressional District should not again pay the price for your actions," Abbott added.

Farenthold, whose tenure in U.S. House began in January 2011, resigned from office effective April 6.

Paxton welcomes ruling Attorney General Paxton on April 27 applauded a 2-1 ruling by a three-judge panel of the New Orleans-based U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit that upholds Senate Bill 5, Texas' voter ID law.

"The court rightly recognized that when the Legislature passed Senate Bill 5 last session, it complied with every change the 5th Circuit ordered to the original voter ID law," Attorney General Paxton said. "Safeguarding the integrity of our elections is essential to preserving our democracy. The revised voter ID law removes any burden on voters who cannot obtain a photo ID." SB 5 allows registered voters without one of the seven state-approved forms of photo identification to cast an in-person ballot by signing a sworn declaration of reasonable impediment stating why they could not obtain photo ID. May is awareness month The Texas Department of Transportation's "Share the Road: Look Twice for Motorcycles" campaign is urging drivers to watch for motorcycles, as crashes killed 501 and seriously injured another 2,101 motorcyclists in Texas last year.

TxDOT's campaign is part of National Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month in May. "Nobody wants to take a life in a crash or lose a loved one," said TxDOT Executive Director James Bass. "Motorcycles are small, they're hard to see, and it can be difficult to judge their speed and distance. That's why it's critical that drivers take extra precautions to look twice for motorcycles, especially at intersections."

(Ed Sterling is director of member services for the Texas Press Association and can be reached at edsterling@texaspress.com.)

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Boat ownership not always the bargain one may think

By Jim Steiert Contributing Writer

There’s an observation that two of the happiest occasions in a person’s life are the day they buy their boat—and the day they sell their boat. I had the buying experience once— a 14 foot aluminum craft with a hand-tilled Evinrude motor and trailer for $800.—Perfect fishing rig—I thought. The craft was seldom on the water— few chances. There were also lost prop shear pins, trailer flats, and of course, motor problems. I really should have let the rig go when a guy wanted to purchase it “on credit” with nothing down. It would have at least become his problem.

You may think you can launch the boat and hit hot fishing spots effortlessly. Doesn’t work like that. Boats generally don’t get used nearly as often as their owner would like, but maintenance requirements remain.

Floating boat doesn’t come cheap. Boat owners in Texas must register the vessel by getting a Certificate of Number and validation decals, good for two years. The only exceptions are sailboats less than 14 feet long, non-motorized boats such as canoes and kayaks, and boats registered in other states that will be used in Texas for 90 or fewer consecutive days.

Since January 1994, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department has required all motorboats and outboard motors to be titled, as well as sailboats 14 feet long or longer, or any sailboat that has an auxiliary engine. Boat trailers must be registered through the county tax office. All of

Even a fairly plain fishing combo of boat, motor and trailer doesn't come pain-free when it comes to maintenance and registration requirements. Keeping the rig in good working order can require considerable outlays of cash.

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that titling and registration costs money.—That’s before getting the trailer lights working, packing wheel bearings on the trailer, tuning the outboard, and lubing the lower unit.

A full listing of boating regulations and requirements is available from the Texas Parks and Wild-

life Department. Here are a few of the high points.

Have the necessary number and proper type of personal flotation devices on board to protect yourself and those boating with you. State law requires all boats (including kayaks, canoes and paddle vessels) to have at least

one U.S. Coast Guard approved wearable PFD (life vest) for every person on board. Larger boats 16 feet or longer must also have at least one throwable flotation device aboard.

PFDs must be the proper size for each wearer based on body weight and chest size.

According to the Water Safety Act, children under age 13 must wear a Coast Guard approved PFD any time a boat under 26-feet in length is underway, and for safety, this is recommended for older boat occupants as well. Everyone riding on or being towed by a personal watercraft (such as a Jet Ski) must wear a PFD. Boater education courses are required for anyone born after Sept. 1, 1993.

The course offers excellent information for anyone, particularly less experienced boaters. Children under 13 are specifically prohibited from operating a PWC unless accompanied on board by a person at least 18 years of age who can lawfully operate the PWC. To get your boat ready, clean the hull, deck, and topsides with a mild detergent. Be sure drains and scuppers are clear.

Put in the drain plug when you launch. Clean windows and hatches. Make sure you have spare parts and tools you might need.

Keep your registration current and readily available.

Inspect the hull for damage and make necessary repairs. Check fittings, safety equipment, hoses and clamps, bilges and pumps, electrical system, lights, mirrors, and motor.

Change the boat’s oil, have a spare oil filter onboard, and check the cooling system. Change coolant as necessary, and have extra coolant onboard for use when needed. Also, check transmission fluid and lower unit fluid. Check spark plugs, plug wires, and fuel lines.

Check trailer lights and trailer brakes, safety chains and locks, grease trailer bearings and check

tire air pressure.

Inspect fire extinguishers. State law requires a fire extinguisher on most motorboats with an enclosed fuel tank and multiple devices may be required for larger vessels.

All vessels, including kayaks, canoes and rafts, must have at least one effective and bright light, lantern or flashlight displayed. This light must be visible all around the horizon from sunset to sunrise and during times when weather conditions limit visibility. Navigation lights may be required depending on boat type. There are also requirements for horns or bells, depending on boat size—best consult TPWD regulations.

Texas reservoirs and drainages are battling the spread of zebra mussels.

Before launching, make sure you’re not harboring these hitchhikers that can wreak havoc on your local reservoir. Boaters must thoroughly clean, dry and drain their vessels when leaving or approaching public fresh water areas, according to TPWD. Violation of this law is a Class C misdemeanor with a fine of up to $500 for the first offense.

Remember those previously mentioned happiest days? Someone did me a backhanded favor. The underused fishing boat disappeared from its storage. Fortunately, I had removed the outboard motor and stowed it.— Sold it at a garage sale.—Somebody got two “bargains.”

Jim Steiert is an award winning member of the Texas Outdoor Writers Association, a Certified Texas Master Naturalist, and a “saved” former boat owner.

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ELECTION:

to forgo the expense of whether contested or seat, all three will be vyan election, most un- not – must appear on ing for the two at-large contested city the election day seats with the top two FROM PAGE 1 elections are usuballot. vote-getters to be sworn To that end, in at the next city comant is facing Emilio Nino ally handled in the Place 2 incumbent mission meeting. for the seat currently same manner.

However, there is Angie Alonzo and Early voting for Saturheld by board president Place 4 incumbent day’s election began last Kevin Knight, who opted a legal caveat that comes into play Linda Cumpton week and ran through to not seek re-election. will appear on 7 p.m., Tuesday, after Bryant is a former this year where all Saturday’s ballot press time.

District II non-resident city races must be on the ballot despite neiThrough Montrustee who, like and voted ther facing day, 112 had cast Wade, could not ALONZO on. opposition early ballots for run for re-election With four specif- to their re-election city elections, in 2016 when resiic districts (Place bids. while 49 were cast dent – and current 1, 2, 3, and 4) and While the atfor HISD elections.

District II Trustee two at-large dis- large Place 6 seat According to – Bobby Rodriguez tricts (Place is technicalDeaf Smith Counfiled.

5 and 6), ly the one ty Clerk of Court The District VI the Herup for grabs Imelda DeLaCerda, race features EdBRYANT BHAKTA eford City this year, who oversees all ward Maldonado Commission R a n d a l l county elections, taking on Brandy Herr’s challenge to the early voting turnout Murrillo for Angel Bare- has three of those (Places 2, 4 and 6) recently appointed has been “usual” and la’s seat. incumbent Rocky “typical” for municipal Barela, who has been a on the block this Bhakta pulls Place and HISD elections. trustee since 2012 and is year.

However, per le5 Commissioner a former two-term board CUMPTON Cathy Bunch into president, also chose to gal requirements, because Place 6 the race. not seek re-election.

Rather than the elecAs HISD Trustees did is an at-large spot, both in declaring an unop- at-large seats are in the tion pitting Herr against posed candidate winner mix and all city races – Bhakta for the Place 6

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Rural residents in Deaf Smith County who need assistance with rabid skunk concerns can contact the Deaf Smith County Sheriff’s Office at 806-364-2311.

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Do you have a loved one buried in St. Anthony Catholic Cemetery? Note: All flowers and grave decorations will be removed at this time. If you

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When the outdoors beckon, road trips can be the perfect way to see the countryside, escape the routine of daily life and enjoy short vacations.

When taking to the open road, it is important to focus on safety. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration says that planning and prevention can spare road-trippers from the consequences of breakdowns, traffic accidents or other road emergencies. · Stock emergency preparedness items. Prior to a trip, drivers should make sure their vehicles are equipped with necessary safety items. Liberty Mutual Insurance New Beginnings Report warns that nearly half of Americans do not check that proper emergency items are stored in their vehicles prior to getting on the road.

Before embarking on a road trip, make sure vehicles have a first aid kit, flashlight, water bottles, phone chargers, tire-repair tools, flares, jumper cables, towels, and even an old backpack for storage. · Schedule a service call. Regular maintenance can keep vehicles from breaking down. Drivers should take their cars in for tuneups before long road trips. Such tuneups should include an oil change, battery check, tire rotation, and any other necessary servicing. · Plan your route. Map out the route before heading out. Be aware of potential road closures, obstacles or construction. Thanks to real-time GPS updates through mobile phones and other devices, some drivers like to rely on tech to get them through.

But it’s important to realize service may be spotty in rural areas. Mapping a trip out in advance can save drivers from getting lost during mobile service interruptions. · Join a roadside repair service.

Breakdowns happen even if trips are carefully planned. Automotive clubs can help drivers when breakdowns

occur. Some car manufacturers also include roadside assistance in warranty packages, so inquire about your coverage. · Refresh defensive driving skills.

A safe-driving course can remind drivers of the rules of the road. In some cases, courses also may qualify drivers for discounts on their auto insurance policies. One such class is the AARP Driver Safety course. · Avoid distractions. Keep children and other passengers occupied so they are not a distraction to the driver. Set out with favorite music, books, video games, or even a pad and paper for doodling. Pack snacks to keep everyone feeling full in between roadside pit stops. Drivers also can load their cars up with tissues, water and music to limit distractions. · Plan fun breaks along the way.

Breaks give drivers a reason to rest and passengers an opportunity to get out and stretch their legs. The Roadside America smartphone app lists must-see stops along any route, and drivers can plan their own stops as well. · Stay over if necessary. According to the NHTSA, driving while drowsy is a contributing factor in 100,000 accidents every year. Drive only when well-rested. Share driving duties or plan a night at a motel so everyone is well-rested.

Road trips are all about fun, but drivers must emphasize safety before and during such excursions.

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DeLozier clears bar to state From Staff Reports

With high jumping featuring some of the fiercest competition of the spring high school sports season, Hereford’s Dodge DeLozier continued to stand toe-totoe with the field.

The junior notched his second straight silver medal and third consecutive medal finish to take second in high jump Friday at the UIL Class 5A Region 1 Meet in Lubbock.

As one of the top two finishers, DeLozier, who took gold at district and silver at Area, will be the lone Whiteface to advance to the UIL Class 5A State Meet on May 11-12 in Austin. “[DeLozier] will now be one of eight kids in Class 5A in Austin,” Whiteface coach Charlie Garza said.

“What a great accomplishment for him.”

DeLozier has come on strong as a high jumper this season and ran away with the district title.

In a battle at Area, he matched the Area mark – and school record for the second time this season – at 6-6 to advance to Region.

Hereford’s Dodge DeLozier, left, lands the silver medal spot on the podium after taking second in high jump at the Class 5A Region 1 Meet Friday and qualifying for the May 11 UIL Class 5A State Meet in Austin.

Contributed photo With competition starting early Friday morning, two of the original 16-member field scratched and three more were eliminated at 6-2.

The field narrowed to eight as 6-4 was cleared, and five of those – including Whiteface Bo Baker, who qualified fourth at Area – could go no higher.

DeLozier and jumpers from Grapevine and El

Paso were left to vie for two state berths as the bar went up to 6-5.

After all three missed their first attempts at 6-5, the El Paso jumper made his second while DeLozier and the Grapevine jumper knocked down the bar.

The final berth was on the line as DeLozier lined up his third attempt after the Grapevine jumper missed.

Based on misses, if DeLozier went over, he was in. If he didn’t clear, he would receive bronze, but not advance.

“Dodge took his time and made another pressurepacked jump at 6-5 to make it,” Garza said.

The El Paso jumper, who came in having cleared 6-8 this season, got over at 6-6 on his second try.

DeLozier missed all three

Lady Herd swept from postseason From Staff Reports

Just as it was getting started, the postseason came to a screeching halt Saturday for the Hereford Lady Whitefaces when they were eliminated from the playoffs by 3-0 loss at Lubbock in Bi-District play.

Coupled with Thursday’s, 11-inning, 4-2 win, the Lady Westerners swept the bestof-three series to advance to this week’s Area round.

For the Lady Herd, the season ended on a threegame losing streak that saw their overall record drop to 20-14-2 after finishing second in District 3-5A at 11-3.

“It was a well-fought series between two good teams,” Hereford coach Ashley Marquez said. “Saturday, we just couldn’t string hits together in order to move runners around.”

The Lady Westerners snapped a scoreless tie in the third when a two-out double made it 1-0.

A double and passed ball led the way to another Lubbock scoring in the fourth

before the Lady Westerners closed out the scoring with a single run in the sixth.

The Lady Whitefaces had threatened to take the lead in the second after Haleigh Barba led off with a single and went to third two outs later on a Celeste Ruiz double. Kaelynn Vallejo struck out to end the inning.

Danielle Pena stroked a one-out single in the fourth, but could advance no father.

Ruiz singled to open the Lady Herd fifth, but was left stranded at second after a sacrifice bunt and walk.

The Lady Whitefaces had three baserunners over the final two frames with all three reaching base on walks and none moving past second.

Ruiz came up with half of the Lady Herd’s 4 hits for the game with Pena and Barba adding the others.

Although four Lady Whitefaces coxed the free pass to first, 14 did an about-face at the plate after striking out.

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Friday, May 11 Track Class 5A State Meet, Austin, TBA

Whiteface high jumper Dodge DeLozier has matched the school record of 6-6 twice this season and earned gold, silver and silver in three postseason meets so far. BRAND/John Carson attempts to tie the school record for the third time this season.

“We are really proud of

these kids from Hereford,” Garza said. “They represented our community very well.”

Whitefaces drop finale to Longhorns

By John Carson BRAND Managing Editor

Whiteface thirdsacker Mitchell Carnahan makes the throw across the diamond for the out during the third inning of Friday’s game with Caprock.

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COMING UP BETWEEN THE LINES

An early hole proved too deep for the Hereford Whitefaces in a 6-1 loss Friday to visiting Caprock that brought an end to the 2018 season.

In losing their 16th game in a row, 18th of the last 19 and 20th of the last 22nd, the Herd ended the season 7-23 overall and in the District 3-5A cellar at 0-14.

“Friday was a special day for us,” Hereford coach Bryan Moore said of Senior Day activities. “We got to see all the seniors who have given us so much compete for a win. They played well yet again, but came up short.

“A lot of the seniors had key moments in the game, which was cool to see.”

The Longhorns would score all they would eventually need within three batters at the start of the game after opening with back-to-back singles and PLEASE SEE BB | 10

Herd senior Gunner Head turned in 4 good innings on the mound and scored the only Whiteface run after ripping a triple. BRAND/John Carson

Saturday, May 12 Track Class 5A State Meet, Austin, TBA

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Pastor Danny Mize will share a message called "The Other Side of Easter," focusing on the implications of the ascension of Jesus to heaven. Our Scripture reading will come from Acts 1:1-11.

Our time of worship will include the singing of "All Hail the Power of Jesus' Name" "O Worship the King" and "Lord, I Lift Your Name on High." Marilyn Bell will provide the piano accompaniment and Peggy Mize will lead us in singing. We will close the service by singing a medley of one verse from each of several favorite hymns which will help us praise the Lord!

At 9:00 a.m. Sunday, Dennis Hicks leads a Bible class called "The Good Book." Fellowship and refreshments are available each Sunday by 10:00 a.m. and the worship service begins at 10:30 a.m. Communion will be served to all who wish to partake. Fellowship of Believers is located at 245 N. Kingwood, and everyone is welcome to attend.

Questions? Leave a message at 364-0359.

Dawn Community 806-258-7330

First Baptist Church 5th & Main Street 806-364-0696 www.fbchereford.com

Frio Baptist Church 7 miles S. on FM 1055 806-276-5380

Genesis Church 1 mile N. on Hwy 385 806-364-1217 www.genesischurch.com

Good News Church 621 E. 15th 806-364-5239

Assembly Of God Calvary Family Church 137 Avenue G 806-364-5686

Victory Family Worship Center 606 E 15th St 806-364-0305 www.thevictory.tv

Iglesia Vida 603 E. Park Avenue 806-346-7054 All services in Español.

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Iglesia Bautista Fundamental 100 South Ironwood 806-364-1844

Iglesia Bautista Nueva Vida

Avenue Baptist

201 Country Club Drive 806-364-2209

130 N 25 Mile Ave. 806-364-1564

Mount Sinai Baptist 302 Knight Street

New Life Restoration Center 15th & Whittier 806-364-8866

Palo Duro Baptist 5704 FM 809, Wilderado 806-426-3470

Summerfield Baptist 605 Walnut St., Summerfield 806-357-2535

Westway Baptist P.O. Box 178, Rural Rt. 4 806-364-5092

Catholic La Iglesia De San Jose 13th & Brevard 806-364-5053

St. Anthony’s Catholic 115 N. 25 Mile Ave. 806-364-6150

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InterDenominational Fellowship of Believers 245 N. Kingwood St. 806-364-0359

Jehovah Witness Jehovah Witnesses 111 Avenue H 806-364-5763

Latter Day Saints Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 500 Country Club Drive 806-364-1288

Lutheran Immanuel Lutheran Church

15th Street Church of Christ 15th & Blackfoot 806-364-1581

Central Church of Christ 148 Sunset 806-364-1606

La Iglesia De Christo 334 Avenue E 806-364-6401

Park Avenue Church of Christ 703 W Park Ave. 806-364-6094

Nazarene Family Church The most powerful force available to man is the power of corporate prayer. There is more you can do after you pray but nothing more important you can do until you pray. This Sunday, Pastor Ted will preach on the Power of Prayer – the power of two or three agreed in prayer. You are invited to share in this corporate worship and prayer services at 8:30 and 10:30 is at the Nazarene Family Church.

There are so many groups available for you and your family every week.

For children – Bible classes at 9:30 - 4 different age groups to teach them on their level. Get your child involved today. Kids Church is almost every Sunday in the 10:30 a.m. services. Every Wednesday night we offer Bible Buddies, Kingdom Kids and Extreme Kids for different ages at 7 p.m.

Teens have Jr. High and Senior High Bible classes every Sunday at 9:30. Pastor Andrew and Maria invite your teens to learn the Word of God with them. There is also a ten girl’s group called ETC every other Tuesday night, Wednesday night are Conxtion ministry reaches youth throughout our city.

Young Adults have Bible Class Sunday at 9:30 am and Wednesday nights at 7 pm. Plus lots of activities such dodgeball, softball, cookout and concerts.

Adults have 5 other classes to choose from every Sunday at 9:30 a.m. There is a support group prayer group, Ladies Bible study and a Wednesday night Bible class for our adults.

There is something for you and your family this week and every week at the Nazarene Family Church.

Presbyterian First Presbyterian 610 Lee St. 806-364-2471

Seventh Day Adventist Iglesia Adventista Del 7 Dia

Seventh Day Adventist 711 W Park Ave. 806-364-6127

Trinity Fellowship Trinity Fellowship 401 W Park Ave. 806-364-0373

1204 Moreman St. 806-341-0315

100 Avenue B 806-346-2740 www.lcms.org

Methodist First United Methodist 501 N. Main St 806-364-0770 www.herefordmethodist.com

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Nazarene Church of the Nazarene La Plata & Ironwood 806-364-8303

Iglesia Del Nazareno 340 Avenue H

Non Denominational Barn Church 3948 FM 1057 806-289-5706

Christian Assembly 1206 S Main St. 806-364-5882

Living Stones Church 802 Avenue K 806-282-1138

Son Rise 502 Mabel St.

Faith Mission Church of God in Christ 806-307-309

Without Walls Praise Center 802 Avenue K 806-360-2830 Spanish & Bi-langual Services

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getting a two-run triple to the wall in left center.

Leading 3-0 after the first, the Horns were never threatened.

They added three more in the fourth on a wild pitch, solo home run and back-to-back doubles.

The Whitefaces’ lone run came in the bottom of the fourth when senior Gunner Head led off with a triple.

After Ray Ramirez struck out, senior Bryce Simnacher ripped a double to the fence in left to score Head before Jade Collier and Tyler Martinez fanned to end the inning.

Simnacher went 2-for-3 with a RBI to lead the Herd with Eli Ellis, Head, Collier and Aden Suarez accounting for the remainder of the team’s 6 total hits.

Head allowed all 6 Caprock runs on 10 hits while striking out 1 and walking 2 over the first 4 innings to take the loss on the rubber for the Herd.

Ramirez scattered 5 hits and fanned 2 in working a pair of scoreless frames.

“This was a very special group, and we were lucky to have them this year,” Moore said.

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Keeping tabs on tabs Hereford Kiwanis Club has undertaken a new project in joining forces with Caviness Beef Packers to help the Ronald McDonald House in Amarillo. For the past several years, Caviness has been involved with collecting cans and tabs to assist in fundraising for the house. Hereford Kiwanis Club will now be part of the process as members pick up the first batch of tabs for delivery to Amarillo. Hereford Kiwanis Club meets every Thursday at noon in Hereford Community Center. Guests and new members are welcome.

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MIA:

I had the potential, and I had [Division I] offers coming out of Hereford.

“But I didn’t expect the Big 12. That’s big-time basketball. I still don’t believe it’s real.”

The reality has already hit home with Castaneda adding she has increased her training regimen and began working on specific improvements in preparations for becoming a Lady Raider.

And that will happen in just more than a month.

After graduating from Clarendon next week, Castaneda will have little time to celebrate as she makes a quick transition from Lady Bulldog to Lady Raider when she officially becomes a member of the Texas Tech student body for summer semester classes beginning in June.

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hardwood star, will be transferring to Texas Tech from Clarendon Junior College.

“Mia is a West Texas sharpshooter who we are extremely excited to have joining our program,” Stollings said. “She has an innate ability to elevate those around her.

“Mia is a fierce competitor who plays with heart, passion and a refuse-tolose mentality. Her efficiency from behind the arc, work ethic and leadership are a welcome addition to our Lady Raider program.”

That assessment should come as no surprise to Lady Herd fans.

During her Hereford career, Castaneda became one of the most prolific scorers in school history while leading the Lady Whitefaces to a District 3-5A co-championship, runner-up finish and three consecutive playoff appearances.

Along the way, she was a two-time, All-District first-team selection, twotime district MVP and was named to the Class 5-6A All Legacy team by the Texas Girls Coaches Association following her 2015-16 senior season.

Signing a scholarship with Clarendon – along with Lady Whiteface teammates Lizet Sosa and Chauntel Acosta – Castaneda took her game to the next level at the next level.

As a Lady Bulldog freshman, she started all 30 games and led the team in scoring with 19.2 points per game in hitting 37 percent of her combined field goal attempts and 85.5 percent of her free throws.

She chased that with this past season where her scoring numbers dipped some to 15.8 points per game (second on the team), but she honed her already deadly shooting skills.

For the 2017-18 season, Castaneda connected on 42.1 percent of her field goal tries and 44.1 percent of her shots from behind the arc., while hitting 86.3 percent of her foul shots.

A starter in all 60 games as a Lady Bulldog, Castaneda nailed 187 3-pointers over her two-year career, finished with 1,051 points and was named All-Western Junior College Athletic Conference in both seasons.

“Mia embodies everything you want in a stu-

As a Clarendon Lady Bulldog for the past two season, ex-Lady Herd star Mia Castaneda led the team in scoring last year, was second this season and was a two-time, all-conference honoree.

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“She is a tremendous basketball player, outstanding student, heavily involved in the community and the face of our program.

“With all that being said, she is an even better human being than she is anything else.”

For Castaneda, the call from the Lady Raiders literally came out of the blue.

When her phone rang during a study session on April 24, there was almost no connection.

“The call was from an odd number,” Castaneda said. “I thought it was a sales call and almost didn’t answer it.

“When I did, the woman said she was the coach at Texas Tech and wanted to offer me a scholarship. I didn’t believe her.”

Since this was the first time she had heard from the Lady Raiders during her recruiting process this season, Castaneda wanted to check with James before responding.

James, who Castaneda had deferred her recruiting process to because of experience, informed her he had been talking with Tech coaches for a while and the

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“I honestly can’t say how proud I am of the heart and fight these 14 girls had through the series,” Marquez said. “They played a hard 11 innings on Thursday, played a strong game Saturday and never gave up.

offer was legitimate.

“I am…speechless,” Castaneda said Monday. “I still don’t believe it’s real. I am just so excited. It all really happened kind of fast.

“I’m ready to get to work and help turn the program around. The accolades that come to Tech through this amazing coaching staff were exactly what I was looking for. Today a childhood dream came true – I am a Lady Raider.”

Interestingly, Castaneda’s next step in her hardwood journey is one she both expected and did not expect to happen.

Sparking interest from several NCAA Division I programs while a Lady Whiteface, Castaneda spurned those offers to sign with Clarendon so she could remain closer to home while her mother underwent cancer treatment.

However, unlike football – where NCAA Division I is divided into FBS and FCS sub-classifications – Division I basketball includes all Division I teams regardless of school size.

“Playing Division I has always been a dream of mine,” Castaneda said. “It was not so much one that was unattainable. I knew

“They accomplished a lot this year that Hereford softball never has. Also, this is the closest playoff series Hereford softball has had in the last four years.”

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Herd shortstop Christian Mendez (2) checks the runner after tracking down a pop-up in shallow left field during Friday’s loss to Caprock.

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