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Cold snap complicates cotton, grain, wheat status

By Jim Steiert Contributing Writer

It’s an uncertain start to the spring planting season for farmers in Deaf Smith County and the surrounding area this year, thanks to unseasonably cold weather that brought snowfall and high winds April 29 and 30, followed up by chilly winds on May 3.

Frigid soil temperatures have confused the issue of starting planting, but producers will be going all-out to take

advantage of recent moisture from rainfall and snow.

“The cotton planting window here is the first part of May, and producers are pushing it if they wait until late May to plant cotton, so they’re understandably anxious,” observes Rick Auckerman, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Agent for Agriculture and Natural Resources in Deaf Smith County.

“Ideally, you want to plant cotton with a minimum soil temperature of

60 degrees at the six-inch depth and we were only at 54 degrees early last week after cold weather chilled the soil. Planting is already delayed. Producers aren’t going to wait long, so they will do best with varieties with good cold-germination qualities,” Auckerman added.

Deaf Smith County joins a widespread trend across the Panhandle and South Plains this year with expanded cotton planting on the strength of surprisingly good yields last fall amidst

an unusually warm end-of-growing season. An improved cotton price is prompting some new players to enter the cotton growing game, Auckerman observed.

“Last year we had moisture in April and September, followed by a warm, open fall perfect for maturing highquality fiber. We saw some two-bale per acre dryland cotton yields, and some up near five bales per acre on irrigated PLEASE SEE COLD | 4

United Way applications underway

HISD applications form Head Start

By Jim Steiert Contributing Writer

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Post Office Food Drive Page 6

4H district contest winners Page 9

FORECAST

Today

Mostly Sunny High: 89º Low: 56º

Sunrise: 6:53 a.m. Sunset: 8:39 p.m.

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Wind: S 23 MPH Precipitation: 20% Humidity: 36% UV Index: 9 of 10

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Sunrise: 6:52 a.m. Sunset: 8:40 p.m.

Wind: SSE 19 MPH Precipitation: 40% Humidity: 56% UV Index: 9 of 10

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Obituaries................2 News......................2-5 Community........6,9-10 Classifieds...........7-8

Taking a unique way to show reading improvements, Northwest Elementary students – from left, Ariah Fuentes, Madison McCamish, Luke Harmon, Eden Jenkins, Noe Maydon and Denzel Perez – delighted the April 24 meeting of the HISD Board of Trustees meeting with a fresh perspective on the classic children’s story “The Three Little Pigs.”

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Student recognitions entertain trustees

By John Carson BRAND Managing Editor

Stanton Learning Center and Northwest Elementary School were in the spotlight at the April 24 regular meeting of the Hereford Independent School District (HISD) Board of Trustees.

Each meeting usually opens with administrators from a pair of HISD campuses having the opportunity to tout the efforts and classroom successes of teachers and students.

The most recent meeting was no different, but also provided trustees and those in attendance with a bit of entertainment.

Stanton kindergarten teacher Diana Coronado presented a quartet of bilingual students and showed off how they have progressed via a presentation of the children’s classic “The

Wheels on the Bus.” Using the customary rhythm sticks, the four students – Uriel Jurado, Sofia Martinez, Chanel Godinez and Barbara Maravillas – set their rhythm and sang their lyrics while also using the sticks to illustrate the bus’s wheels going around, people going up and down, and wipers going back and forth.

To close the presentation, Coronado led a brief parade processional around the meeting room.

Northwest Elementary principal Nancy Neusch then called up teacher Mary Jane Jaime, who presented Mariolita Garcia Jimenez, a transfer student from Guatemala who entered HISD with very limited skills.

Jimenez displayed her progress by effortlessly completing an oral reading exercise.

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Northwest Elementary teacher Mary Jane Jaime allows Guatemalan transfer student Mariolita Garcia Jimenez to show off the progress she has made reading to the HISD Board of Trustees.

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United Way of Deaf Smith County agencies that Executive Director Linda McConnell works diligently to raise funds for during annual campaigns run the gamut from feeding and advocating for kids and the elderly to aiding those with health needs.

Applications for organizations to potentially receive funding as agencies in 2018 are currently being accepted.

Applications are due by June 6, 2017. To be eligible, applicants must be non-profit and have 501 3C tax status. Any organizations desiring application forms should contact United Way of Deaf Smith County at unitedway@wtrt.net of call Mrs. McConnell at 806-364-5220.

Selection of the 13 participating agencies in United Way involves a prolonged and thorough screening process by the local board.

Among current local United Way agencies are: Snack Pak 4 Kids—A schoolbased program that provides nutritious snacks for children over the weekend. Nonperishable foods that are easy for kids to open and don’t require cooking are provided under the guidance of Panhandle Community Services.

Big Brothers/Big Sisters— Matches children from singleparent homes—a growing-up experience that Mrs. McConell knows personally—with screened volunteers who can serve as role models, mentors and friends.

Great Plains CASA for Kids— Served 100 different children in Deaf Smith County last year with its mission to provide trained volunteers to represent abused and neglected children in court so that decisions on their futures are carefully made.

Hereford Day Care—Provides quality care for children in a safe, healthy, fun environment for children from six weeks to 11 years old. Kids can learn and grow while their parents work, or attend schools. ChilPLEASE SEE APPS | 4

Chester A. Reynolds award recognition for Johnny Trotter

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American Quarter Horse Association Past President and prominent local cattleman Johnny Trotter of Hereford has been honored by The National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum and was recently presented with the Chester A. Reynolds Award during the museum’s annual Western Heritage Awards.

The Chester A. Reynolds Award was

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established in 1990, and is named in honor of the founder of the Museum.

It is presented to a living honoree or group that has notably perpetuated the legacy of the American West through one or a combination of traits, including: Dedication to or promotion of the ideals of individualism, honesty, humility and integrity that are closely

identified with the American West; A distinguished life’s work as a rancher, cowboy, or ranch hand; Leadership within professions or businesses that define themselves through their strong connection with the American West.

The Award recognizes individuals or groups who have demonstrated, through a single remarkable achieve-

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ment or body of quality of work over a period of years, unwavering commitment to Western ideals and values.

“This special evening represents the highest echelon for Western songwriters, authors, entertainers, artists, and promoters,” said Chief Financial Officer and Interim President and CEO PLEASE SEE AWARD | 3

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Displaying their prowess, Stanton Learning Center bilingual students, from left, Uriel Jurado, Sofia Martinez, Chanel Godinez and Barbara Maravillas – resplendent in her princess dress – perform a rendition of “The Wheels on the Bus” while making a variety of uses with their rhythm sticks.

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STUDENTS: FROM PAGE 1

Northwest teacher Ellyn Maldonado presented Luke Butler and lauded the improvement and dramatic progress he had made reading for the school year.

The highlight of the Northwest presentation also involved reading, but took the form of an oral performance by six students.

The students – Ariah

Fuentes, Madison McCamish, Luke Harmon, Eden Jenkins, Noe Maydon and Denzel Perez – assumed different characters as they read aloud a version of the classic “The Three Little Pigs” as if it were a news story being looked at from different angles.

Fuentes and McCamish were the story’s narrators, while Maydon and Perez were the pigs who built houses of straw and sticks, respectively.

Jenkins filled the role

of a reporter looking for the truth of the story, and Harmon was the maligned and misunderstood Big Bad Wolf, who constantly espoused the misinterpretation of his motives and was adamant about his innocence of any alleged wrongdoing.

Following each presentation, HISD trustee Mike Bryant presented the students with certificates acknowledging their achievements.

HISD to hold application for Head Start From Staff Reports

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Hereford Independent School District (HISD) has set its final application session for Head Start and Early Head Start for the 2016-17 school year.

Applications for the two programs will be accepted from 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Tuesday, May 9 at the HISD Administration Building on the corner of 15th Street and 25 Mile Avenue.

To qualify for either program, one or more of the

following criteria must be met – a family must meet income guidelines or receive TANF or Social Security benefits; or a child must either have a documented disability, be in foster care or be homeless.

When making an application, families or individuals must provide a child’s birth certificate, immunization record and Social Security card, as well as verification of income, proof of all public assis-

PUBLIC NOTICE The Hut Private Club has made application with Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a private club registration permit to be located at 1304 West 1st Street, City of Hereford, County of Deaf Smith, to be operated under the trade name of Pizza Hut; Officers are J Marcos Renteria, President, Lydia Renteria, Treasurer, and Stephanie Granado, Secretary being Association of Unincorporated Persons.

tance – including TANF, SSI, Medicaid, SNAP and housing assistance; documentation of a child’s disability if applicable; and a Texas identification card.

For questions, details or additional information, call Brenda Rice at 806363-7610.

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TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS AND PARTIES: Top of Texas Gin, Ltd. has applied to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) for an amendment to Air Quality Permit No. 47026, which would authorize modification to the Cotton Gin located at 4700 Farm-to-Market Road 809, Hereford, Deaf Smith County, Texas 79045. Additional information concerning this application is contained in the public notice section of this newspaper.

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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-

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STEVENS 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

Misty Dawn Nicholson, 42, of Amarillo died on Saturday, April 28, 2017.

Memorial services will be held at 2:00 pm, Monday, May 8, 2017 at the First United Methodist Church in Hereford with Pastor Kevin Bushart officiating. Arrangements are by LaGrone Blackburn Shaw Funeral Directors, 8310 S. Coulter.

Misty was born on November 30, 1974 in Hereford to Jim and Judy Nicholson. She graduated from Hereford High School in 1993 and continued her education at Amarillo College where she received her paramedic certificate in 1995. Misty then earned her associates degree in nursing from Excelsior College in 2006. Misty worked for Cook Children’s Hospital in Ft. Worth, OU Medical Center in Oklahoma City and then Lifeshare Transplant Donor Services of Oklahoma City. It was at Lifeshare that she developed a passion for organ donation. Misty moved to Amarillo and worked for Northwest Texas Hospital and Rico Aviation.

Misty loved being at the ranch surrounded by her

family, friends and she loved doing everything with her beautiful daughter, London. She loved doing anything in the medical field from teaching to taking care of her patients and loved her job at Rico where she was flying to take care of someone that needed her. Misty loved everybody and would do anything to help someone.

She is survived by her daughter, London; her parents, Jim and Judy Nicholson; her brother, Spencer Nicholson and wife Meredith; her grandmother, Claudia Wilson and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers the family would like for donations to be made to the London Nicholson Scholarship Fund in care of First Financial Bank P.O. Box 272 Hereford, Texas 79045

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.

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 • Prairie Acres Activities: 8:30, Beauty Shop; 11:40, Background Music; 2, Manicures for our ladies & men; 7:30, Watercoloring Wednesdays • Lions Club, noon, Hereford Community Center • Bippus Extension Education Club, 2 p.m.

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

• Hereford Senior Citizen’s Association Board Meeting at 9 a.m.

• Hereford Senior Citizen Center Activities: 8 - noon, Quilting; 8 - 8:45, Pool Exercise Class (women); 9-9:45, P. Ex. class (women); 10-10:45, P. Ex. class (men); 11:11:45, P. Ex. class (women) 1-1:45, P. Ex. Class (men).

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

• Los Ciboleros Chapter NSDAR, 2 p.m.

• The Humane Society of Deaf

Smith County meets at 7 p.m. at the Animal Control Building.

• Hereford Senior Citizen Center Activities: 8 - noon, Quilting; 8 - 8:45, Pool Exercise Class (women); 9-9:45, P. Ex. class (women); 10-10:30, Floor Exercise; 10:30-1:00 • 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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Gary Moore. “Each honoree embraces elements that embody the Western character, helping to make the region vastly dynamic and part of our national and, in fact, continental character.”

Trotter was presented with The Wrangler, an impressive bronze sculpture of a cowboy on horseback created by artist Harold T. Holden, also a 2017 Hall of Great Westerners inductee.

In 2015, Trotter was inducted into the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame.

Trotter served as AQHA’s president in 2014.

He is the CEO of Livestock Investors LLT and owns Bar G Feedyard. His in-

volvement in the American Quarter Horse industry is focused on racing, roping and horses used for ranch work and breeding.

He is an avid team roper and participates in numerous ropings, including the World Series of Team Roping.

Trotter is very involved in the Hereford community, and is a major supporter of King’s Manor Methodist Retirement Home.

He has served on the West Texas A&M University Foundation, West Texas A&M University Alumni Association and the MakeA-Wish Foundation. A former member of the Texas Cattle Feeders Association’s board of directors, he was the 2006 recipient of the Tri-State Fair Western Heritage Award.

Women who make a difference

By Carolyn Waters Special to the BRAND

(EDITOR’S NOTE: This is the fourth in a series on women who have and make a difference in Hereford and Deaf Smith County.)

Johnny Trotter

NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE (REAL ESTATE)

BY VIRTUE OF A Writ of Execution issued out of the 84th District Court of Ochiltree County, Texas, in a certain cause numbered 14069. On the 12th day of April A.D. 2017, styled: Perryton Equity Exchange vs. Lindsey Farms, to me, as Deputy Sheriff directed and delivered, I have levied upon this 24th day of April A.D. 2017 and will between the hours of 10:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. at approximately 10:00 A.M. on the first Tuesday in June A.D. 2017, it being the 6th of said month, at Courthouse, 2nd floor of said Deaf Smith County, proceed to sell at public auction to the highest bidder, for cash in hand, all right, title and interest, if any, which the defendant had on the 24th day of April A.D. 2017, or at any time thereafter, of and in the following described property: Township 2 Range 4, section 11 E 1/2 ,320 acres. Located on southside of County Rd.5, 1/2 mile East of County Rd. NN. prop.code 8559.

Township 2 Range 4, section 12 E 1/2 ,350 acres. Located on southside of County Rd.5, 1 1/2 miles East of County Rd. NN. prop.code 8561.

Said property is levied on as the property of Terry Lindsey and will be sold to satisfy the judgment for $1,053,240.67 Dollars. NOTICE: This property may have other liens, taxes due or encumbrances, which may become the responsibility of the successful bidder.

GIVEN UNDER MY HAND on this 24th day of April A.D. 2017.

“Growing up a coach’s kid was a joy,” said Brenda Leigh Reeh Kitten, who is girls athletic director at Hereford High School and an assistant principal at Hereford Junior High.

After a year in college at Southwest Texas State University where her dad coached, Kitten transferred to Texas Tech University to pursue a degree in elementary education and physical education.

To practice interviewing for teaching positions as graduation drew near, the opportunity opened to do so at Hereford.

With no intent on pursuing a job in Hereford, Kitten arrived at Larry Wartes’ office to practice interviewing. While waiting, she noticed a “Cow Chip Award” on the wall, laughed to herself thinking Hereford was

one weird place and there was has been important to honor no way she’d consider a job those who had come before here if it were offered. and set the stage for success Some 32 years later and the as well as for players in the fuonly place she’s ever worked, ture,” Kitten said. “It has truly Kitten said it has been an ex- been a blessing to be a part of citing ride. this community and the volUpon becoming a member leyball program. of Hereford Indepen“This community dent School District, has afforded me so Kitten began coaching many opportunities basketball and track that I would never and teaching reading have seen elsewhere. at then La Plata Junior I was blessed to meet High. and marry my husAt the end of the band, Michael, befirst year, she was oftween state champifered the head volleyonships in 1996 and KITTEN ball coach position.

1997. What a fun year.

“I was young enough I was given the opporand naive enough to add high tunity to become girls’ athletic school volleyball duties to director in 1993. I have also junior high basketball and had the opportunity to work track,” Brenda stated. “The as an assistant principal on first year, we did not win one the campus where I began my match.” teaching career in 1984. The However, starting in 1993, relationships with so many Hereford volleyball enjoyed families, co-workers, and playoff appearances every most importantly the kids, year including 10 region finals has made my career more appearances, eight state tour- satisfying than anyone could naments berths and five state ever imagine. I am truly gratechampionships. ful for so many opportunities “Every one of those seasons and blessings.”

NOTICE TO BIDDERS The City of Hereford, Texas, will receive sealed proposals for an asphalt over-lay project on the 500 and 600 blocks of North Main Street in the office of the City Secretary until 10:00 A.M. on Thursday, May 25th, 2017.

Specifications may be obtained at the office of Steve Bartels, Assistant City Manager, 224 North Lee Street, Hereford, Texas 79045 or by calling (806) 363-7102.

Proposals shall be submitted in sealed envelopes and marked in the lower lefthand corner.

The City of Hereford reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any informality in bids received.

CITY OF HEREFORD, TEXAS By: Rick Hanna City Manager

Texas Commission on Environmental Quality NOTICE OF RECEIPT OF APPLICATION AND INTENT TO OBTAIN AIR PERMIT AIR QUALITY PERMIT NUMBER 47026 APPLICATION Top of Texas Gin, Ltd. has applied to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) for an amendment to Air Quality Permit Number 47026, which would authorize modification of the Cotton Gin located at 4700 Farm-to-Market Road 809, Hereford, Deaf Smith County, Texas 79045. This link to an electric map of the site or facility’s general location is provided as a public courtesy and not part of the application or notice. For exact location, refer to application. http://www.tceq.texas.gov/assets/public/hb610/index.html?lat=34.9725&lng=-102.2028&zoom=13&type=r. The facility will emit the following contaminants: carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, organic compounds, particulate matter including particulate matter with diameters of 10 microns or less and 2.5 microns or less and sulfur dioxide.

This application was submitted to the TCEQ on April 24, 2017. The application will be available for viewing and copying at the TCEQ central office, the TCEQ Amarillo regional office, and the Texas Agrilife Extension Office, 903 14th Street, Hereford Deaf Smith County, Texas, beginning the first day of publication of this notice. The facility’s compliance file, if any exists, is available for public review in the Amarillo regional office of the TCEQ. The executive director has determined the application is administratively complete and will conduct a technical review of the application.

PUBLIC COMMENT/PUBLIC MEETING You may submit public comments, a request for a public meeting, or request a contested case hearing to the Office of the Chief Clerk at the address below. The TCEQ will consider all public comments in developing a final decision on the application. The deadline to submit public comments is 30 days after newspaper notice is published.

The purpose of a public meeting is to provide the opportunity to submit comments or ask questions about the application. A public meeting about the application will be held if the executive director determines that there is a significant degree of public interest in the application or if requested by a local legislator. A public meeting is not a contested case hearing.

If only comments are received on the applications, the response to comments, along with notice of executive director’s action on the application, will be mailed to everyone who submitted comments or is on the mailing list of this application.

The executive director will complete the technical review, issue a preliminary decision on the application, and a Notice of Application and Preliminary Decision will be published and mailed to those who are on the mailing list for this application. The notice will contain the final deadline for submitting public comments. If a hearing request is timely filed in Response to this Notice of Receipt of Application and Intent to Obtain Air Permit, the time period for requesting a contested case hearing will be extended to thirty days after the mailing of the executive director’s response to comments.

After the final deadline for public comments following the Notice of Application and Preliminary Decision, the executive director will consider the comments and prepare a response to all relevant and material, or significant public comments. If comments are received, the response to comments, along with the executive director’s decision on the application, will then be mailed to everyone who submitted public comments or is on a mailing list for the application.

OPPORTUNITY FOR CONTESTED CASE HEARING You may request a contested case hearing. A contested case hearing is a legal proceeding similar to a civil trial in state district court. A contested case hearing will only be granted based on disputed issues of fact that are relevant and material to the Commission’s decisions on the application. Further, the Commission will only grant a hearing on issues submitted by you or others during the public comment period and not withdrawn.

A person who may be affected by emissions of air contaminants from the facility is entitled to request a hearing. If requesting a contested case hearing, you must submit the following: (1) your name (or for a group or association, an official representative), mailing address, daytime phone number; (2) applicant’s name and permit number; (3) the statement “[I/ we] request a contested case hearing”;(4) a specific description of how you would be adversely affected by the application and air emissions from the facility in a way not common to the general public; (5) the locations and distance of your property relative to the facility; (6) a description of how you use the property which may be impacted by the facility; and (7) a list of all disputed issues of act that you submit during the comment period. If the request is made by a group or association, one or more members who have standing to request a hearing must be identified by name and physical address. The interests which the group or association seeks to protect must also be identified. You may also submit your proposed adjustments to the application/permit which would satisfy for concerns.

Following the close of all applicable comment and request periods, the Executive Director will forward the application and any requests for contested case hearing to the Commissioners for their consideration at a scheduled Commission meeting. The Commission may only grant a request for a contested case hearing on issues the requestor submitted in their timely comments that were not subsequently withdrawn. If a hearing is granted, the subject of a hearing will be limited to disputed issues of fact or mixed questions of fact and law relating to relevant and material air quality concerns submitted during the comment period. Issues such as property values, noise, traffic safety, and zoning are outside of the Commission’s jurisdiction to address in this proceeding.

MAILING LIST In addition to submitting public comments, you may ask to be placed on a mailing list to receive future public notices for this specific application mailed by the Office of the Chief Clerk by sending a written request to the Office of the Chief Clerk at the address below.

AGENCY CONTACTS AND INFORMATION Public comments and requests must be submitted either electronically at www.tceq.texas.gov/about/comments.html, or in writing to the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, Office of the Chief Clerk, MC-105, P.O. Box 13087, Austin, Texas 78711-3087. Any personal information you submit to the TCEQ will become part of the agency’s record; please call the Public Education Program toll free at 1-800-687-4040. Si desea informacion en Espanol, puede llamar al 1-800-687-4040.

Further information may also be obtained from Top of Texas Gin, Ltd., 4700 Farm-to-Market Road 809, Hereford, Texas 79045-8217 or by calling Mr, J Kelley Green, Texas Cotton Ginners’ Association at (512) 615-1102.

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fields here—that’s almost unheard of. Apparently some producers are gambling on a repeat of last year.

That may be hard to accomplish, but cotton acreage in the county will be way up this year from the norm of 10-15,000 acres. Cotton planting intentions are up all over the Panhandle and South Plains as well,” he said.

Corn planting traditionally starts around April 15 locally, although lessons from recent years of drought have caused some producers to opt to plant corn later.

Auckerman projects 30,000 to 40,000 acres of corn will be planted here, and seed was going in the ground this past week.

Producers with a mind to plant sorghum will look to get it in the ground early in hopes of avoiding sugar cane aphid damage. Auckerman says the crunch of cotton and corn planting means growers will plant a reduced acreage of sorghum “just whenever they can.” Soil conditions were chilly for planting sorghum during the past week.

In the aftermath of howling winds and blowing snow April 29-30, the outlook for what little

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wheat farmers were planning to carry to harvest is anything but certain. Some wheat fields were flattened in the big winter-like blow. Auckerman can’t project just yet if the mashed-down stems will spring back to harvestable status.

Roy Carlson, who farms at Milo Center, says only time will tell how well wheat recovers from being chilled and blown over in the past week. “I’ve noticed white heads out in the field, so at least some of the wheat was hurt. It’s not a matter of if there’s damage, but how much,” Carlson noted.

These days, the big end of wheat grown locally is green chopped, baled for hay, or grazed out well before the kernels can ripen.

“With wheat at only $3 a bushel, growers can’t really afford taking it to harvest for grain. Some growers will harvest enough wheat for their own seed. A wild guess is that we might have 20,000 to 30,000 acres of wheat, mostly dryland, for grain, and harvesting grain likely won’t take more than a week or so. That’s a long way from the 100,000 mostly dryland acres of wheat we’ve seen in Deaf Smith County for grain harvest in many years. It’s been a good while since we had that much,” Auckerman said.

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DISCERNING DAMAGE-- Rick Auckerman, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Agent for Agriculture and Natural Resources in Deaf Smith County, examines wheat in a local field for damage in the wake of recent unseasonably cold weather. High winds and snow laid wheat down and sent soil temperatures plummeting, and delaying planting of cotton and corn, so those operations are now running in high gear.

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dren may also be placed in Hereford Day Care while in protective custody.

Hereford Food Pantry—Provides food for all qualified residents of Deaf Smith County.

Open on Mondays and Fridays, the pantry feeds a large number of local residents weekly with the help of an all-volunteer staff.

Hereford Satellite Center— Served 51 people in Deaf Smith County last year, responding to the diverse needs of individuals with mental illness and mental retardation by creating an accessible system of services that supports individual choices and results in lives of dignity and independence.

West Texas Epilepsy Foundation—Provides direct services of medical guidance and arrangements, information and referral, transportation, counseling and education for epilepsy patients and their families, and served 37 individuals in Deaf Smith County last year.

Home Delivered Meals—A program of the Hereford Senior Citizens Center that provides a hot meal and contact every day for elderly and disabled clients in the community who are homebound. The Home Delivered Meals program serves

nearly 200 meals a day delivered these in vans from the Senior Center.

Salvation Army—Most visible to Hereford residents at the Christmas season, provides immediate assistance in time of need to people who have personal or financial trouble. In Deaf Smith County, the Salvation Army provides all-volunteer services through a local board of directors. Help is provided to both local residents and stranded transients.

Deaf Smith County Crisis Center—Provides transportation, advocacy, crisis intervention and referrals..

Texas Panhandle Mental Health/Mental Retardation— Provides mental health screening, assessment, and other services such as counseling, psychiatric evaluation, medication, referral, consultation, and education within the community.

Hereford Sports and Wellness—Formerly known as YMCA, provides adult conditioning and participation opportunities for youngsters who might not otherwise get a chance to take part in sports.

The BRIDGE—Provides a comprehensive, highly effective child-focused program that coordinates investigation, prosecution, and investigation efforts involved in child sexual and physical abuse cases.

Homemade pie crust made easy Pot pie makes for a delicious meal, especially when home cooks go the extra mile and prepare homemade pie crust. Some may be intimidated by the idea of making their own pie crusts, but the following recipe for “Turkey Vegetable Pot Pie with WholeWheat Crust” from Michelle Dudash’s “Clean Eating for Busy Families” (Fair Winds) simplifies that process, ensuring a fun and easy time cooking and, ultimately, a delicious meal.

Turkey Vegetable Pot Pie with Whole-Wheat Crust Serves 6 For the crust: 1 cup whole-wheat flour 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/4 teaspoon salt 2/3 cup corn oil 1/3 cup orange juice For the filling: 1 carton condensed cream of chicken soup (organic preferred) 1/2 cup low-fat milk 1 1/4 pound boneless, skinless turkey breast, thinly sliced into bite-size pieces 1 cup thinly sliced carrots (or frozen sliced carrots, thawed) 1 cup leeks, quartered lengthwise, then thinly sliced crosswise, using white and pale green parts only 3/4 cup thinly sliced celery 1/2 cup frozen peas, thawed 3 tablespoons whole-wheat flour 2 teaspoons dried herbes de Provence (or 1/2 teaspoon each thyme, rosemary and basil)

1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon salt To make the crust: Combine flours and salt in a medium bowl. Pour in oil and orange juice and stir until moistened.

Press dough to flatten and chill.

To make the filling: Blend soup and 1/2 cup of milk in a large bowl. Mix in the remaining ingredients.

Preheat the oven to 350 F. Divide dough into 2 balls, one slightly larger than the other.

Roll the larger ball between 2 large sheets of waxed paper until it is 1/8-inch-thick or until it fits in the bottom of a 9-inch pie pan. Remove the top sheet of waxed paper.

Turn dough over and carefully place in the pie pan, removing remaining piece of waxed paper. Press out any bubbles and patch holes with scraps of dough. Pour filling into the prepared pan. Roll remaining dough and lay it on top.

Cut any excess dough hanging from the edges and crimp the crust between your thumb and forefinger to seal. Cut a heart into the center to allow steam to escape.

Place the pie on a sheet pan and bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes, until center of crust becomes golden and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the pie’s center reaches 165 F, covering browned edges only with foil about halfway through cooking. Remove the pie from the oven and allow it to rest for at least 5 minutes before cutting.

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Morgan Moss of Triangle Realty is joined by family, friends and well-wishers as he becomes an official member of the Deaf Smith County Chamber of Commerce family on April 25.

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Triangle Realty’s Moss joins Chamber family

By John Carson BRAND Managing Editor

The Deaf Smith County Chamber of Commerce has a new member who will give Triangle Realty a local face on the ground in Hereford.

Triangle Realty’s Morgan Moss joined the Chamber and celebrated opening his venture in Hereford with an official ribbon cutting at the chamber office on

April 25.

“This means everything to me,” Moss said.

“I started out remodeling houses and loved it.

So I got my real estate license, and now I’m ready to go.”

In addition to his structural knowledge of housing from his remodeling days, Moss brings insight to the money end of a house purchase after receiving a bachelor’s degree

in finance.

Triangle, which operates out of Amarillo, will also have an agent on the ground who is intimately familiar with Hereford and Deaf Smith County.

Moss, who grew up here and was a 2010 graduate of Hereford High School, knows the area and the people who live here.

“This community has a good economy,” he

said. “There are lots of people who come here to work. I am willing to do whatever it takes to get the customer what they want and make sure they are happy and satisfied.”

Moss does not plan to have a set office, preferring to be a more mobile real estate agent.

“I will come to you,” he said. “Whatever is most convenient for the customer, works for me.”

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AC- Charlie was surrendered to animal control and is looking for his forever home, he is very sweet and maybe a year or two old. He is a long haired chihuahua mix and full grown. We don’t know or have any other history on him. He is available but not through the weekend, if you’d like to meet him, it would have to be Monday, he is $100 to Adopt and includes his Neuter and Rabies.

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Horoscopes ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20 You can only proscratinate for son long, Aries. Soon enough this will catch up with you, so it’s best to start addressing your to-do list as soon as possible.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21 Your patience will boil over this week if you do not find a way to let off steam, Taurus. Exercise may be just what you need, so schedule some time to work out.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21 Gemini, speak up and share your opinion this week. Others will appreciate your straightforwardness. Explain your point of view in detail and others will see where you are coming from.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22 Cancer, you wear your heart on your sleeve, and those closest to you will be able to figure out what is going on in your head. Accept their support when it is offered.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23 Sometimes even Leos needs to work through their feelings on their own. Don’t be afraid to spend some time reflecting on what you need to resolve.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22 Virgo, it’s nice to have like-minded people around you to support your efforts. But sometimes you need someone who sees things differently to shake up your perspective.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23 Libra, make a concerted effort to block out any distractions in the days ahead. You might not avoid all the turmoil, but your efforts will prove fruitful.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22 Scorpio, take others’ point of view to heart in the days ahead. This signals to others you value their opinions and recognize their efforts.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21 Others can use a dose of your optimism right now, Sagittarius. Find a way to include as many people as possible as you look to spread some sunshine around.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20 Capricorn, you may develop a soft spot for someone who needs your help in the next few days. Do all you can without stretching yourself too thin. Your assistance will be appreciated.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, in your search for a different perspective, you may find yourself confiding in a coworker in the coming days. Give careful consideration to any advice you receive.

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With his trucks serving as a backdrop, Hereford Wrecker owner Roy Lopez cuts the ribbon April 27 to officially rejoin the Deaf Smith County Chamber of Commerce. The ceremony took place at the chamber offices.

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Hereford Wrecker back in Chamber fold

By John Carson BRAND Managing Editor

The time was right, so Roy Lopez of Hereford Wrecker returned to the fold of the Deaf Smith County Chamber of Commerce.

Lopez and Hereford Wrecker once again became part of Chamber family April 27 with presentations and an official ribbon cut-

FOOD DRIVE IS MAY 13—Mail Carrier Matthew Gauna picks up a bag of food from a mailbox in one of the specially supplied dark bags that will hold canned and non-perishable foods during the 25th Post Office Food Drive. Bags will be distributed to postal customers this week for the May 13 event.

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ting at the chamber offices.

Chamber executive director Sid Shaw welcomed Lopez’s return and noted it was good to have him back.

Lopez, whose wife Lucy operates Daylight Donuts, purchased the business 18 years ago and not regretted it.

“I wanted to get into something new, so I bought the business,” he said. “I really enjoy it. It is a good business.

Post Office Food Drive

By Jim Steiert Contributing Writer

The 25th anniversary annual Post Office Food Drive is coming up Saturday, May 13.

In preparation for the event, during the coming week of May 8-12, postal customers will be receiving a black bag in the mail that they are asked to fill with non-perishable and canned food items, according to Karen Martin, Hereford Postmaster.

All of the food donated locally will benefit the Hereford Food Pantry to help supply food items to needy families in the Deaf Smith County Area.

“All that needs to be done by postal customers who would like to help this project to benefit the Hereford

Food Pantry is to fill the black bag and other bags with non-perishable and canned food items. On Saturday, May 13, those filled bags should be set by your mailbox and the city, or rural mail carriers will pick up the bags as they are delivering your mail. This allows all city and rural delivery customers to participate in donating to the food drive,” said Mrs. Martin.

The Post Office Food Drive is a project done across the United States on May 13.

“We would like to make this food drive the best one ever to celebrate the 25th of this event. Please be generous. Everything collected will be kept locally for needy people here,” said Mrs. Martin.

Deaf Smith County Chamber of Commerce executive director Sid Shaw, left, welcomes Roy Lopez and Hereford Wrecker back into the fold during ribbon-cutting ceremonies April 27.

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Hereford Hustlers president Karen Smith, right, presents Roy Lopez with a membership certificate and first dollar of profit after Lopez’s Hereford Wrecker became a Chamber member again.

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“Every day is different. It may just be towing, but there are differences with each job.

It is never the same day at work.”

A former chamber member, Lopez was also presented with a membership certificate and the traditional framed first dollar of profit by Hereford Hustlers president Karen Smith.

“I have always tried to work

with the chamber,” Lopez said. “They have helped me over the years, and it was time to become a member again.”

While Lopez does a vast majority of his business out of vehicles, Lucy assured Shaw, Smith and the gathering of family, friends and wellwishers that the membership certificate and framed dollar would be on prominent display at Daylight Donuts.

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Tierra Blanca Apartments - 2 bedroom $309 per month. Come by for more details

Vera Haney Estate Sale 230 Ave C Friday May 5th 9:30-6:00 Saturday May 6th 9:30-5:00 Sunday May 7th 11:00-4:00

Apartments for Rent: 806344-2390 or 806-344-2387.

For Rent: 100 Avenue H #5. 2 Bedroom Apt, Central Heat & Air. 675.00 per month and 500 deposit. No HUD, SMOKING OR PETS. Call 806-683-5122.

Employment The City of Hereford is accepting applications for the following positions: Part-time lifeguards. Job description and application forms may be picked up at City Hall, 224 N. Lee, Hereford. Applications will be accepted until the jobs are filled.

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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 Hereford, TX 79045 Call 806-418-5031 or 806-731-3049

Motorcycles

Garage Sales Garage Sale. 312 Ave A. misc.,children & adult clothes, odds & ends, Sat. 7am-2pm.

Se Habla Espanol MARN TYLER 806-344-4174

Community Garage Sale: 16450 Hope Road, Saturday May 6th 8 a.m.- ?. Tons of Great buys, Don’t miss out!!

Multi Family Garage Sale: 201 Ave H, Thursday, Friday & Saturday May 4- 6th, 9-? Washer, Dryer, Refrigerator, furniture, beds, tools, grill and much more.

Garage Sale: 407 Avenue D Saturday May 6th 9 a.m.6 p.m. Little bit of everything.

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Real Estate 806.364.4561 803 W. 1st Each office is independently owned and operated

Denise Teel, GRI Broker/Owner 806.341.5937

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RESIDENTIAL 847 IRVING - 3 Bedroom 1½ Bath - UNDER CONTRACT 108 MIMOSA - 3 Bedroom 2 Bath - UNDER CONTRACT 442 HICKORY - 3 Bedroom 2 Bath - UNDER CONTRACT LOTS AND LAND 1 SOUTH LANE - Great place for development, single family.

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NEW LISTING! - 112 ELM

2400+ sq. ft., 3 BR, 2 bath, 2 car garage, 2 living areas, XXL master bedroom, covered patio, hugh back yard, $149,900.

2032 PLAINS

Great location! Comer lot, 3 BR, 2 ½ baths, family room with fireplace, front office/living area, separate dining room, bonus/media room, enclosed porch, double walk in closets in MBR, 2700+ sq. ft., $219,000.

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3 bedroom, 1 ½ bath, one acre, carport, central heat and air, double pane windows, $85,500

237 ELM

1500+ sq. ft., 3 BR, 2 bath, 2 car garage, enclosed patio, needs some TLC, a carpet allowance at list price of $95,000. Call Ginger@ 806-344-6139.

3710 YUCCA DRIVE

2 acres, 3 BR, basement could be used as 4th bedroom, 3 baths, sunroom great for entertaining, XXL family room with fireplace, animal barn, 30’x50’ shop, country living on pavement! $199,950. Call Mark

3300 FM 2943

3.51 acres, Spanish style home with tile roof, 7700+ sq. ft., indoor swimming pool, guest house, bedrooms all have walk in cedar lined closets, professionally landscaped, truly a custom built luxury home, $595,000.

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1998 Harley Davidson Road King Classic, 37,000 miles, Custom Candy Red paint w/ extra chrome, 4,500 on Screamin Eagle stage 2 kit, new Linbar Magnum bar.

Runs smooth. Call or text (605) 430-9788 anytime for more information.

Commercial, last used as medical clinic, can be leased for $2,000 per month, priced at $150,000.

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The Best Western is looking for house-keeping & parttime maintenance help.

Come by 830 West 1st St. to apply. No phone calls.

Deaf Smith County Appraisal District is accepting applications for a Bookkeeper/Clerk. Qualifications: Experience in accounting, Quick Books, Excel, & Word-helpful. Bilingual Helpful, Good People Skills, Must be trainable, Must be U.S. Citizen. Benefits: 2 weeks paid vacation, 12 paid holidays per year, retirement, health insurance, 10 day sick pay. Salary: 25,000-30,000 based on qualifications. Applications will be accepted 8:00-5:00 PM, Monday-Friday, Applications may be picked up and retuned to Deaf Smith County Appraisal District, 140 E. 3rd St, Hereford, Texas 79045.

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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.

Mark Andrews Broker/Owner 806-344-5555

Charlotte Andrews CanyonAmarillo 806-220-9889

Raymond Guzman 806-346-1118

Ginger Wallace 806-344-6139

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DIMMITT PRIME-COMMERCIAL LOCATION - corner of Hwy 385 and FM 3215, city limits, warehouse space/remodeled office space/storage, scales, perimeter fencing.

210 W HALSELL – nice brick building, approx 4,900 sqft, ample parking, beautiful chapel, foyer, meeting rooms, offices, utility/maint room, storage, restrooms, kitchen/break room, central heat/air.

CASTRO, CO. – Commercial property southeast of Dimmitt, Texas, nice shop/ office combo, other out buildings, all weather parking & access to Hwy. 194.

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY – the only welding, machine & repair company currently in business in Dimmitt, Texas, w/full blown retail sales & repair shop fully equipped, ample space for equipment & vehicles to be repaired & parked, excellent location on major hwy. – due to death of owner spouse is motivated!

CASTRO CO. - Dimmitt Industrial Building - 501 SE 2nd - with additional vacant lots. Concrete/Metal/Steel structure with over 10,000 sq ft 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.

DAWN 450 - 450.5 ac. +/-, approx. one mile south of Dawn, 215 ac. dryland, 235 ac. improved & native grass, one Ogallala well & one Santa Rosa/Dockum well.

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.

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.

PRICE REDUCED! 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, EFFICIENCY APARTMENT with workshop/garage.

CASTRO CO., TX - 102 +/- acre dairy w/home, east of Nazareth on Hwy. 86 w/a capacity to milk up to 500 cows.

CASTRO, CO. – nice 480 dryland farm NW of Dimmitt, native grass, dryland cultivation, current CRP contract w/irrigation possibilities.

CASTRO, CO., TX – 705 ac. of choice, choice farmland currently in expired CRP grasses w/an excellent stand, well watered for lvstk. w/a virtually new barbed wire & steel post fence & approx. three mi. of hwy. frontage.

SWISHER CO., TX – 2 separate irr. ½ sections.

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 hook-up for RV & trailers. Large concrete slab for dances, auctions, etc., on pvmt.

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 – Krystal M. Nelson - Brokers (806) 647-4375

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4-H Youth Ring the Bell at District Contest

By Jim Steiert Contributing Writer

Deaf Smith County 4-Hers earned 41 medals in eight contests at the Panhandle District 4-H Roundup April 20-22 at West Texas A&M University in Canyon. Three of the youngsters earned the right to advance to compete at State 4-H Roundup in College Station in June.

Continuing a long tradi-

tion of excellence on the part of the local 4-H program in education presentation speaking events, two local senior 4-Hers earned the right to advance to state in that category. They include Alejandro Mata and Brad Turpen. Tom Keeling advances with a win in the Share-the-Fun prose and poetry category.

Senior 4-H member Cutter Pohlman earned a state berth in senior meat judg-

ing in November. The senior team of Jack Detten, Harmonie Vanderweg and Junior Contreras will also advance to state 4-H Roundup after winning the District 1 wool judging contest at regional competition on April 25. Winning first place in the Intermediate division of District 1 4-H wool judging was the team of Rachael Detten, Gianna Sciumbato, and Avery Detten.

Local 4-H Placings District and Regional Competition: Educational Presentations – Adult Leader Kerrie Steiert

Alejandro Mata, Senior, 2nd place – State Qualifier, Safety, Topic: Internet Safety Brad Turpen, Senior, 3rd place – State Qualifier, Open, Topic: Battle Off Samar Paul Betzen, Intermediate, 1st place, Open Ag and Natural Resources, Topic: Solar Power Veronica Mata, Intermediate, 1st place, Health, Topic: 3D Printing of Prosthetics Anika McNeely, Junior, 1st place, Open Family and Consumer Sciences, Topic: Babysitting Avery Detten, Junior, 1st place, Companion Animals, Topic: Ticks and Fleas Harrison Meador, Junior, 3rd place, Open Ag and Natural Resources, Topic: Basic Swine Care

Share-The-Fun Theatre Arts - Adult Leader Kerrie Steiert

Tom Keeling, Senior – State Qualifier, Prose-Poetry with “Vegetarian Nightmare” Rachael Detten, Intermediate participant, Musical with piano solo

Livestock Judging: - Adult Leader Moriah Pohlman Juniors Team - 3rd in swine, 5th in Beef, 3rd in Reasons Johnathan Rodriguez - 3rd sheep, 8th reasons, 4th overall Addison Carlson - 1st Reasons, 8th beef Harrison Meador - 3rd Reasons, 4th Swine Josef Grotegut - 5th beef Johan Grotegut Brianna Rodriguez Intermediates Team - 1st Beef, 4th Reasons, 9th Sheep, 10th Swine, 5th Overall Colter Pohlman - 7th overall, 10th Beef Emily Carlson - 4th Reasons Ashton Hewitt - 2nd Beef Ashleigh Carlson - 4th Beef Jacob Huckins Seniors: Team - 3rd Beef, 3rd swine, 6th Sheep, 5th Reasons, 4th overall Cutter Pohlman - 5th Beef, 10th Overall Turner Taylor - 6th Swine Macie Mimms - 11th Overall Hayden Carlson

Radio Public Service Announcements – Adult Leader Emily Marnell Seniors Alejandro Mata- 1st Tom Keeling- 2nd Turner Taylor- 3rd Intermediate 1st Veronica Mata Juniors Anika McNeely- 1st Harrison Meador- 2nd Johan Grotegut- 3rd

Consumer Decision-Making – Adult Leader Audrey Meador

4-H Livestock Judging youth, coached by Scott and Moriah Pohlman, include, Back row: Ashleigh Carlson, Hayden Carlson, Cutter Pohlman, Macie Mimms; Middle row: Emily Carlson, Addison Carlson, Ashton Hewitt, Colter Pohlman; Front row: Josef Grotegut, Johan Grotegut and Brianna Rodriguez. Not pictured are Turner Taylor, Johnathan Rodriguez and Jacob Huckins.

3rd place team Int. - Veronica Mata, Saraie Perales, Paul Betzen 2nd place reasons Senior Team: Turner Taylor, Gatlin Wagner, Alejandro Mata Turner Taylor- 1st place reasons – High Point Individual. Senior

Fashion Show – Adult Leader Holly McNeely Veronica Mata- 2nd place Cotton Fiber and 2nd place Refashion Avery Dance- 1st place buying, special interest

Fashion Storyboard Anika McNeely, Junior - 2nd place Avery Dance, Junior - 1st place

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ALEJANDRO MATA State Qualifier Sr. Safety

TOM KEELING State Qualifier Prose and Poetry

ANIKA McNEELY 1st Jr. Open Family & Consumer Sciences

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FIRST IN WOOL- Taking 1st place in District 1 4-H senior wool judging and advancing to state 4-H Roundup are, from left, Jack Detten, Junior Contreras, and Harmonie Vanderweg, coached

by Jessica Detten.

BRAD TURPEN State Qualifier Open

PAUL BETZEN 1st Int. Ag and Natural Resources

Dazzle – Adult Leader – Holly McNeely

Intermediate Team, 2nd place: Veronica Mata, Lanae Blankenship, Matlin Mimms

DAZZLING EFFORT--Winning second in the Intermediate division of Duds to Dazzle competition at District 4-H Roundup at WTAMU in Canyon were, from left, Lanae Blankenship, Matlin Mimms, and Veronica Mata.

AVERY DETTEN 1st Jr. Companion Animals

INTERMEDIATE WOOL JUDGING WINNERS--Winning first place in the Intermediate division of District 1 4-H wool judging competition in Lubbock was the team of, from left, Rachael Detten, Gianna Sciumbato, and Avery Detten.

VERONICA MATA 1st Intermediate Health

HARRISON MEADOR 3rd Jr. Open Ag & Natural Resources

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Leadership Hereford inaugural session

Leadership Hereford class graduates From Staff Reports

Members of the inaugural class of Leadership Hereford were honored in a ceremony at Hereford Country Club May 2, marking completion of a journey to assist them towrd becoming more informed and better leaders within their community.

During the course of their training sessions, participants visited local government facilities and officials, schools, industries, and municipal infrastructure to arrive at a better understanding of how things work within Hereford and Deaf Smith County and fulfilled homework assisgnments such as sitting in on the meetings of community civic clubs. Among some

of the local facilities toured were Merrick Pet Care, Amarillo College’s truck driving school, City Hall for a presentation on bonds, the municipal water treatment plant, Deaf Smith County courthouse, and others.

During Tuesday’s certificate presentation ceremony, Lisa Blake of Leadership Amarillo/Canyon spoke about qualities of a good leader. She referenced the book, “Strength Finder 2.0” and encouraged the participants to find their strengths.

“Be confident, but not arrogant. No one’s life is perfect, we all haves things going on but don’t let that hinder you or keep you from doing your best.,” Ms. Blake advised the Hereford leadership class. She encour-

aged participants to apply their new knowledge gained from the class to serve in the community.

Beverly Harrison, executive director of Leadership Hereford, presented certificates to graduating class members including Debbie Gonzalez, Shannon Victor, Tamara Vogel, Todd Murray, Stephen Shields III, Dolores Arambula, Toby Torres III, JudithHernandez, Franchesca Jimenez, Melissa Sciumbato, Melissa Carrizales, and Angie Constancio.

Sponsors of Leadership Hereford include Hereford Economic Development Corporation, Amarillo College, First Financial Bank, Merrick Natural Petworks, and Underwood Attorneys at Law.

Leadership Hereford participant Tamara Vogel gets the feel of a big rig under the watchful eye of AC Hereford campus director Daniel Esquivel as the college tour included the truck driving instruction class area.

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Clad in lab coats, hard hats and safety goggles, Leadership Hereford participants had Merrick Pet Care Vice President of Operations Keith Bridwell led a tour of the company’s cannery, dry plan and distribution center.

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INAUGURAL GRADUATES--Members of the inaugural Leadership Hereford class received certificates in recognition of their having completed a foundation course to sculpt community leaders during a graduation ceremony and brunch at Hereford Country Club on May 2. Keynote speaker for the event was Ms. Lisa Blake of Leadership Amarillo/Canyon who referenced the book, “Strength Finder 2.0” and encouraged the participants to find their strengths. She reminded participants to be confident but not arrogant. The multi-session course indoctrinated participants on the workings of the Hereford and Deaf Smith County community with presentations by representatives of city and country government and law enforcement, as well as schools and civic organizations. Showing off their course completion plaques are, from left, Debbie Gonzalez, Beverly Harrison, executive director of Leadership Hereford, Shannon Victor, Tamara Vogel, Todd Murray, Stephen Shields III, Dolores Arambula, Toby Torres III, Judith Hernandez, Franchesca Jimenez, Melissa Sciumbato, Melissa Carrizales, and Angie Constancio. Sponsors of Leadership Hereford include Hereford Economic Development Corporation, Amarillo College, First Financial Bank, Merrick Natural Petworks, and Underwood Attorneys at Law. Courtesy Photo