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Vol. 5 No. 9 www.hillcountryherald.net editor@hillcountryherald.net February 26, 2014

EARLY VOTING ENDS FRIDAY!ELECTION DAY NEXT TUESDAY

Thanks to a friend who called about an unusual bus at Dairy Queen, a meeting with a longtime friend, Mary Virginia Pittman, I have been “commissioned” as it were to tell the stories of World War II veterans, one each week. This week is “Mr. Mac”, Charles McFarland. As he told me his story, he confessed that a flood of memories had come back to him. This is his story. McFarland was appointed Flight Officer in the Army Air Corps. He was a non-commissioned officer. He got his training for bomadier at the University of Florida and was also offered a scholarship there. Since he was trained to go overseas, he could not use the scholarship. As bomadier, he put in 450 hours with 18 hours combat and 50 hours night flying. He also had the privilege of flying over Austria where they airlifted

French and British POWs who had been prisoner for five years. Some of them were in very bad shape. In 1944, he came to the USA and was stationed at Sioux Falls, South Dakota. He got his discharge from Randolph Field. It was at the end of the war, he was 20 years old, and he landed a job as pipe fitter’s helper at South Port Refinery in Texas City, TX and where he met his first wife, Evelyn. From that job he went into construction with Ford, Bacon, Davis as a carpenter’s helper. He also played baseball. He was offered a scholarship at Rice University to play football, but that did not work out. Offered a scholarship at Trinity University in San Antonio, he took it and earned his bachelors degree in 2 and 1/2 years by going straight through summer school, all while holding a number of jobs. He was on staff as a Physical Education teacher at Harris Junior High School in San Antonio and earned his Masters degree while there. C A Pepper and Louis Parker went to San Antonio to persuade him to apply for principal at Sabinal. He already knew Ralph Curtis, the coach who formed the first Homecoming. He knew the young Jan Jackson and Bob Clary, classmates from Trinity, who farmed near San Antonio and later moved to Kinchelow Prairie. In August 1953, McFarland began working in Sabinal, 15 years as principal and 19 years as superintendent. After his retirement, he worked 19 years for the Special Education Cluster out of Uvalde. Asking him where the Greatest Generation developed their famous “can do attitude”, he said, “World War II touched many people. Their responsibilities and their lives changed so much.” Did you ever feel that America might not win the war?, I asked. “No, never for a minute.” With that dedication of a generation of young soldiers, the Can Do Attitude was a side affect.

The Caddel-Smith Chapter, Daughters of the Republic of Texas, met on Thursday, February 13, 2014 in the Huddle Restaurant in Uvalde with 24 members and one guest present. The meeting was called to order by President Judy Burleson. Chaplain Beverly Langford read Psalm 33:12, then gave the invocation. Mrs. Burleson led the pledges to the United States and Texas flags. Second vice president Jane Van Hoozer read the DRT Objectives. The business meeting was adjourned at 11:40 a.m. so that Jakelynn Crawford, Karen Collins, and Kristi Powers could present their program entitled Texas, Our Southern Heritage. The program highlighted the years Texas was in the Confederacy, featuring Jefferson Davis and his home, Beauvoir, located in Biloxi, Mississippi. A slide show demonstrated the damage caused by Hurricane Katrina and the massive restoration required to save the buildings. Jefferson Davis was a U.S. Senator, Congressman, Secretary of War, and the only President of the Confederacy. His home, Beauvoir, was a Confederate Veterans Home from 1903 until 1956.The program ended with facts about Texas, humorous tidbits about our state that all Texans are proud to share, including that the domino game of 42 was invented in Texas, and that the most decorated hero of World War II was a Texan, Audie Murphy. One interesting fact

mentioned was that seven presidents have come from Texas: Dwight Eisenhower, Lyndon Johnson, George H. W. Bush, George W. Bush, along with Sam Houston,

Mirabeau Lamar, and Anson Jones. Also mentioned was “We don’t talk funny. Ever’body else does.”

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Meagan Prather was recently crowned Miss Southwest Texas with the pageant system Texas Choice Pageants. She will go to Houston in May for the State competition. Meagan currently serves as Miss Nueces Canyon. She is a junior at Nueces Canyon High School. She is the daughter of Vernon and Janis Prather. Congratulations Meagan!!

If you have not found a reason motivating enough to get out there and VOTE…let me give you one! Our children are going hungry! The bouncing 8 year old Jeanie is in the lunch line chatting with her friends over her rumbling belly. She eats breakfast before 8:00 am and lunch isn’t until 1:30 and she is very hungry! The young girl’s laughter quiets as they reach the lunch counter and are given their trays. One by one they file through the line past the “lunch lady” at the end who takes their names. When Jeanie reaches the lunch lady she is asked for money. She starts to tremble as her tray is jerked from in front of her and a plain brown bag with a piece of fruit and a very small carton of milk takes its place. She walks away slowly with her head down…she knows her friends are looking. She quietly drops the sack lunch in the trash and disappears into the girls’ room before she cries. Huge tears streaking her cherubic face she flees once out of the lunch room in disappointment, she is hungry! In humiliation…all of her friends saw her food thrown in the trash…

Every single day in schools all over America this is happening! Are we actually allowing them to do things like this and get away with it? Well, of course we are…read

on… UTAH…lunches were taken from up to 40 students at Uintah Elementary School in Salt Lake City after lunch officials noted outstanding balances on their accounts. Lunch workers took the lunches from the kids who had negative balances and threw them away. The children were given milk and fruit to eat instead.

MINNESOTA…A new report shows hungry school children who cannot afford lunch are being denied food in some Minnesota public schools.DICKINSON, TX … A 12-year-old Dickinson student’s breakfast was tossed in the trash, because his account was short by just 30 cents. November 6, 2013 OLD TOWN, MAINE —11-year-old boy went hungry during lunch at J.A. Leonard Middle School because he was denied his hot lunch in the cafeteria.

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First time voter Kayla Vincent went to the poll last week to cast her ballot. Kayla is the daughter of Ricci and Terrie Pendley of Leakey. Kayla graduated from Leakey ISD in 2013. She is currently a full time student at Southwest Texas Junior College in Uvalde, majoring in Business Administration.

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Caddel-Smith Chapter, Daughters of the Republic of Texas, Entertained with Our Southern Heritage Program by Karen Collins

T h e S p i r i t o f ‘ 4 5 by Billie Franklin Texas Choice Pageants Crowns Meagan Prather Miss Southwest Texas

FIRST TIME VOTER! AMERICA’S HUNGRY CHILDREN ARE CLOSER THAN YOU THINK! By Elaine Padgett Carnegie

The Battle Of The Alamo

Getting ready for that summer garden

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REAL COUNTY COURT RESULTS February 10, 2014 by Julie Becker

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Here it is Monday Morning and I am thinking how nice the weekend was. The days were nice and warm and it was time to get the old Harley out of the shed and go for a ride. For me, riding is therapy. I can be totally stressed and after just a few miles on the bike, the tension just drains away. This ride was even more stress relieving in that I just completed filing my income tax return and to me there is little else that compares to the aggravation and stress of having to give the government such a portion of my money only to see much of it wasted. Yet while riding, I got to thinking about how fortunate we are to live in such a wonderful area and how fortunate I am because I am able to work and pay the taxes . The thoughts expanded to realize that we are fortunate to live in a country where we still have some freedom. Notice I say some... It seems to me that over the years, our freedoms have dwindled as our dependence upon government has increased. I often wonder how we progressed from a country of individual pride and independence to a country where over half our population is subsidized by the government. What happen to individualism, work ethic and community involvement? Where along the way did we move from being leaders to become sheep following blindly along? Maybe it is because we simply do not get involved. Maybe we are too busy doing our own thing that we have no time to participate. Early voting has already started and soon, it will be election day. Have you voted and if not will you vote? If you have or will, did you take the time to really learn about the candidates or do you simply vote on name recognition.

I have often said that voting not only is a right and privilege, it is also a duty. Yet voting without really knowing the candidates is failing to do your duty correctly. Speaking of voting, there are approximately 500 people in each precinct in Edwards County and I am happy to say that Precinct 2’s 454 registered voters is by far the highest number in the County. It also appears that a large percentage of these individuals take the time to vote. I attended the annual Nueces Canyon Chamber of Commerce Banquet last Saturday evening and while I was somewhat skeptical of the menu, I actually found the food to be good. Mr. Bill Holloway from Uvalde was the speaker and presented a very entertaining program relating to Seeing is not always believing and the need to believe without seeing. The Chamber selected Mr. Louis Ray Webb as the Citizen of the year. Mr. Webb has been very active with not only the schools but in the community for many years and is truly deserving of the award. My congratulations to him and to the Chamber for another successful program.This week’s quote comes from John F Kennedy who said, “Let us not seek the Republican answer or the Democratic answer, but the right answer. Let us not seek to fix the blame for the past. Let us accept our own responsibility for the future.”

As always, if you have comments on this article or other County related issues, feel free to contact me either on my cell (210) 912-8481 or via email at burrogone@yahoo.com

Juan Jose Barrientos, Driving While License Invaild, Defendant Pled Guilty, 6 months Deferred Adjudication, $300 fee, $250 court costs, $175 Attorney fees, 5 months to pay;Calvin Evans, Possession of Marijuana, Revocation Hearing, Reset to March 10, 2014 at 1:30 p.m.;Isrrael Gomez Jimenez, Criminal Mischief, Reset to March 10, 2014 at 1:30 p.m.;Nicholas Jiminez, Theft, Failed to Appear;Matthew Ryan Leitner, Possession of Marijuana, Reset to March 10, 2014 at 1:30 p.m.;Kenneth William Lewis, False Report to Police Officer, Revocation hearing, Defendant continued probation to 2/14/15, additional $300 fine, $369 transport fee, additional $50 warrant fee;Mitchell Luce, Driving While License Invalid with previous conviction, Reset to March 10, 2014 at 1:30

p.m.;Andrew Pendley, Driving While License Invalid with previous conviction, Reset to March 10, 2014 at 1:30 p.m.;Robert Wesley Piper, Assault Causing Bodily Injury, Family Violence, Revocation hearing, Agreed order extending probation 8 months to 1/11/16, added $1,000 fine, $325 attorney fee, warrant fee, additonal fees $320, State will move to dismiss 2013-2244CR;Cheyenne L. Sutherland, Possession Marijuana, Drug Free Zone, Defendant Pled Guilty, 12 months Deferred Adjudication, $500 fee, $300 court costs, 30 hours community service, $250 attorney fees, complete Drug Offender education program, 11 months to pay all fees, costs and complete community service;Richard Noel Thompson, Theft of Property, Reset to March 10, 2014 at 1:30 p.m.

Edwards County Commissioner’s Corner by Lee Sweeten

The president’s report included an announcement that Barbara Stevens is the new DRT Registrar General, and has already removed much of the backlog of applications created by the resignation of the past Registrar General. Mrs. Burleson reported that volunteer hours should be turned in at the April Meeting. Jakelynn Crawford stated that the next meeting will be held in Leakey on Saturday, March 1st, at 2 p.m. at the Methodist Church Fellowship Hall. Essay winners and their families will be honored guests.Mrs. Burleson reported for Registrar Mary Dale Brewer that four new members had been approved at the state level, as follows: Clare Elizabeth (Pam) Rawls Pittman, Virginia Lee Wood Davis, Mary Pearl Murphy Meuth, and Mary Ann Davis Murphy. Kay Anderson reported that the DRT Texas History essays had been scored with the winners listed as follows: Fourth Grade Contest, first Ian Buchanan, Leakey; second Peyton Buchanan, Leakey; third Kylie Luce, Nueces Canyon. Seventh grade winners were (first) Gentry Bingham, Nueces Canyon; (second)

Shelby Pannell, Nueces Canyon; and (third) Ike Bomer, Utopia. Miranda Cave of Leakey, who won the essay contest as both a fourth and seventh grader, was the winner of the DRT Scholarship for next year. These winners will be honored at the next DRT meeting on March first.Pin Committee Chair Billie Nast then presented two possible designs for the chapter pin which has been discussed at previous meetings. Members voted to accept the Yucca Plant design, with the Ft. Inge pin to be used as a possible second pin at a future date.Most members then enjoyed lunch and extended visiting at The Huddle, Attending the meeting were members Kay Anderson, Ruby Brigman, Kathy Brooks, Judy Burleson, Pat Burrier, Bea Carmichael, Ernestine Carson, Karen Collins, Jakelynn Crawford, Jo Ann Eanes, Patsy Edwards, Roberta Himebrook, Francis Karasek, Patsy Keelin, Beverly Langford, Dorothy Martin, Madydalen Mitchell, Gail Nichols, Pam Pittman, Kristi Powers, Cheryl Ratcliff, Dusty Nichols-Thompson, Vonne Dena Tumlinson, and Jane Van Hoozer. Guest present was Alan Carmichael.

Caddel-Smith Chapter, DRTcontinued from front page Real County Public LibraryNew Volunteer Orientation

(Continuing Volunteers Welcome)will be held at the Library Tuesday, March 4th,

10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

MASSACHUSETTS…Fifth-grader - 11-year-old honor student reached for her $2.40 lunch, an apple and two Twizzlers, and shuffled toward the cashier. Her balance was $1.17. “Honey, do you have any more money?” the food worker asked. “No, I don’t,” she answered. The girl’s food suddenly found itself on the fast track to the trash barrel. “There are murderers and rapists who ate lunch in prison that day, but my daughter didn’t get anything to eat?” said her father. EDGEWOOD, Ky. - A week after more than 40 students in Edgewood went without a regular lunch during state testing, a Good Samaritan showed up to the school on Wednesday and paid $56 so all students could have a regular lunch. If you read my articles you know my deep and abiding love for children. How can we allow this to happen to our babies? In the neighborhood school in Liberty County, TX where I spend part of the year, an elementary school pulled the meat from a child’s burger leaving her dry bread and cheese to eat for lunch! In the lunch line…in front of her friends… What kind of people have we become?

I heard a pastor the following day, on the phone making arrangements to donate money monthly and anonymously to a fund that would allow children to eat, if they did not have the funds on their accounts. It is our responsibility as adults to care for our children! So, if you have some extra…take it to the schools and put it on the books for children’s hot lunches. Our benumbed government cannot seem to feed our children…maybe we can help! If only one child is saved from that…how much is it worth? So vote for a government that will do as we ask them to do and donate to your neighborhood schools…even if you don’t have children in school! Times are hard for everyone, but $10.00 buys approximately 5 lunches… Almost everyone can spare ten dollars unless you are trying to raise a house full of kids in this economy! Talk to your Pastor…if we can send Missionaries and food overseas to those in need, we should be able to hold our Public Schools accountable for feeding our children! Each day of our lives we make deposits in the memory banks of our children. ~ Charles (Chuck) Swindoll

AMERICA’S HUNGRY CHILDREN ARE CLOSER THAN YOU THINK! continued from front page

Wednesday, February 26, 2014 Hill Country Herald Page 3

JAIL REGISTER

Real CountyLaw Officers

James E. Brice, SheriffDon Gass, Deputy Sheriff

Chris Sheridan, Deputy SheriffBruce Carr, Deputy Sheriff

Jim Wilson, ConstableJoe Tolleson, Constable

Corporal Jake Sanchez, DPS Highway PatrolClint Graham, TPWD Game Warden

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February 16 - February 22, 2014

GOVERNMENT OFFICIALSCity of Leakey Mayor: Harry Schneemann

Secretary: Dee Dee Wally Office: 830-232-6757 Fax: 830-232-6775

Councilmen: Ken Auld • Hugh Buchanan • Carl Jensen • Jesus Rubio • Bob Bowers

Leakey Volunteer Fire Dept.830-232-4005 Frio Canyon EMS, Inc.830-232-5299 City of Camp Wood Mayor: Ben Cox

Office: 830-597-2265 Fax: 830-597-5365 email:cityhall@swtexas.net

Aldermen: Curtis Wilson • Brant Hickman • Sammie Ives

•Jesse Chavez • Josh CoxVolunteer Fire Dept:830-597-6100

Camp Wood Library: 830-597-3208 Nueces Canyon EMS: 830-597-4200

City of Sabinal Mayor: Louis LanderosSecretary: Betty Jo Harris

Office: 830-988-2218 Councilmembers: Nancy Alvarado, Chuck Van Pelt, Alma Martinez,

Linda Musquiz, Eloisa Munoz and Mike NucklesSabinal Library 830-988-2911

Sabinal Municipal Judge: Anita Herndon 830-988-2630

Real County County Judge, Garry Merritt 830-232-5304

Real County Attorney, Bobby Jack Rushing 830-232-6461

County/District Clerk, Bella Rubio 830-232-5202 Justice of the Peace Dianne Rogers: 830-232-6630

Justice of the Peace Chris Lacey: 830-597-6129 Sheriff, James Earl Brice 830-232-5201

Tax Assessor-Collector Donna Brice: 830-232-6210 Treasurer, Mairi Gray 830-232-6627

Chief Appraiser Kelley Shults 830-232-6248 Real County Public Library 830-232-5199Camp Wood Public Library 830-597-3208

Real County Commissioners:Precinct #1: Manuel Rubio Pct.#2: Bryan Shackelford

Pct. #3:Gene Buckner Pct.#4: Joe W. Connell, Sr. Real Edwards Conservation & Reclamation District

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KERRVILLE--Step up to the plate and sign-up to play senior slow-pitch softball with the Texas Hill Country Senior Softball League. The league offers seniors an opportunity to have fun, exercise, and meet new friends. All practices and games are held at Singing Wind Park Softball Complex in Kerrville. Practices are Sundays from 2-4 p.m. at softball field #2 through Sept. 14. Preseason practice and player registration will be held Mar. 2, 9, 16, and 23. New player skill assessment and player draft is set for Mar. 30. Team jerseys and caps will be distributed at the last preseason practice on Apr. 6. Games are scheduled on Tuesday nights at 6:30 pm and 7:45 p.m. beginning Apr. 8 at softball field #1. The season includes a 20-game schedule ending Sept. 16.Men age 50 and older of all skill levels are invited to register now. Women age 45 and older may sign-up if they feel comfortable competing with men. Those who reach the minimum age in the calendar year are eligible.Registration fee is $125 per player (includes jersey and cap) payable by cash or check no later than Apr. 6. Texas Hill Country Senior Softball League began in 2012 with 35 players on three teams and expanded to 45 players on four teams in 2013. This year the league hopes to form six teams of 60 players.For more information, call Ken Weber at 830-257-1972, Ron Griffith at 830-792-6224, or visit www.thcssl.org.

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Fork of the Frio River, Nueces River Basin in Real County. The purpose is to remove flood deposited gravel bars. The location will be approximately 10 miles S 336 Frio.River Crossing and 8.4 miles N. Hwy. 83 Frio River Crossing. Operations will begin no sooner than March 29, 2014. Written comments on this application may be made by mail to the Texas Parks & Wildlife Department Executive Director care of Mr. Tom Heger, 4200 Smith School Road, Austin, TX 78744,

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NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR GENERALPERMIT TO REMOVE OR DISTURB

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THE EAGLES ARE GOING TO THE PLAYOFFS! After so much hard work by the Eagle players and coaches, they finally took the third place spot in district. Although Leakey lost to Rocksprings on Wednesday, February 12, they kept their heads up so they could beat Knippa for some playoff action. The Rocksprings game had a final score of 27-39. The stats for that game are as follows: Will Stewart - 11 points and 2 rebounds; Rylan Springer - 7 points and 6 rebounds; Lorenzo Rodriguez - 6 points and 4 rebounds; Dimitri Perez - 2 points and 2 rebounds; Isaiah Chavez - 2 rebounds and 1 steal; Frank Garcia - 1 point and 7 rebounds. On Friday, February 14, the Eagles traveled to D’Hanis for a playoff game with Knippa. The winner would be seated in third place behind D’Hanis and Rocksprings. The Eagles won the game with a final score of 42-35. Coach Mike Springer had this to say after the win, “The guys showed a lot of patience on offense. We were pretty good about working the ball around until we had a good shot. Will Stewart and Isaiah Chavez did a great job of getting to the basket where they both made quite a few shots and

got to the free throw line all night. On defense, all of our guys played with intensity and intelligence against a team that scored 49 and 56 points on us earlier this year. Frank Garcia was our defensive MVP. Frank had 16 rebounds and held Knippa’s best scorer to 2 points for the entire game.” The stats for the game against Knippa are as follows: Will Stewart - 18 points and 6 rebounds; Isaiah Chavez - 10 points and 5 rebounds; Lorenzo Rodriguez - 6 points and 1 rebound; Frank Garcia - 4 points and 16 rebounds; Rylan Springer - 3 points and 2 rebounds; Dimitri Perez - 3 points and 2 assists.On Tuesday, February 18, Leakey will play against Eden in Ingram at 7 p.m. The winner will take the bi-district title and continue on to the next round! “I am so proud of this team for continuing to work hard and believe in the team in spite of starting the season with a 2-17 record. The boys closed out the regular season by winning 6 of their last 9 games,” said Coach Springer after guaranteeing their playoff spot. Go out and support the Eagles! Go Big Red!

The Lady Eagles will advance to the Regional Tournament in New Bruanfels for the third consecutive year with a 42-28 win over Rochelle. We got off to another slow start against Rochelle. Our offense is executing well enough, but we are struggling early in games putting the ball in the basket. Luckily, our defense is playing very well and keeping us in ball games long enough for the offense to get going. We were able to play Rochelle in a zone most of the night. It seemed to cause them to be tentative on offense themselves. We were able to keep the ball out of the paint and they were reluctant to shoot the ball from the perimeter. After a tough first quarter from both teams, we led 5-4. The second quarter we were able to play

better on the offensive end, but the game was still close at halftime, 17-12. The second half was much like the first half. Neither offense could get much going and the defenses played well. Finally in the fourth quarter we were able to score 16 points and put the game away. We were only 25% from the floor and 56% from the free throw line. But again, as long as our defense plays the way we are, we should be in most games. Our three point shooting was actually the highlight of the game for us. We were able to connect on 6 of 11 three point shots. I hope that continues into the regional. Mackenzie Wade had a really good game. She scored 21 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists, and 7 steals. We will need that kind of performance from her this

weekend again. Kensee Auld stepped up and hit some big three point shots, making 3 of 4 for 9 points. Sarah Reagor had a good rebounding night with 12 rebounds and 3 steals. Teams are double teaming her and making it tough for her to score. That is why it is so important that Mackenzie continues to do what she is doing and Kensee and Joanie Eliott hit some shots that could open it up for Sarah to get some touches. At 25-7, the Lady Eagles are off to the “Sweet 16” to play a really good Leggett team. A team we beat last year in the Regional Semi-Final game by 6 points. They are very athletic, so we are going to have to play our best game of the year to get the win.

The lady Eagles started the 2014 playoffs with a win over Austwell/Tivoli 55-39 in the Area Championship. We got off to a slow start the first quarter. We created turnovers with our defense but were unable to capitalize on them on the offensive end. We had some chances for easy buckets and free throws and didn’t convert. In these playoff games, getting off to a quick start can make a big difference. As we progress into the later rounds, we will need to do a better job of hitting those early opportunities to assure a quick start. We always play better from the lead and when our defense creates turnovers, we need to put points on the board. We trailed at the end of the first quarter 6-7. Austwell/Tivoli did a good job putting pressure on us with a half-court trap. The second quarter our offense started to find the basket. We were able to put 17 points on the board to lead at half 23-18. It was good to have a lead but Austwell/Tivoli

is a dangerous team. They have a really good point guard that creates offense and a couple of good three point shooters. I told our team at half that the third quarter was going to be big. We needed to stretch that lead and give ourselves a cushion going into the fourth quarter. We were able to come out of half and score 15 points and held them to 7 points. I thought our defense did a good job all night. Finally, we were able to get some transition baskets that helped stretch that lead out to double figures. The fourth quarter the offense continued to score big baskets with another 17 point quarter. This was a good game for us to open the playoffs. We needed to be pushed and Austwell/Tivoli did that. They are a good young team. I hope this will get us going to play better. Our next game is the Regional Quarter Final against a good Rochelle team. Mackenzie Wade had a huge game for us. She scored 12 points, had 21 rebounds, 6 assists, and 3 steals.

That is a really good overall game. She has that ability to take a game over, and we will need that from her the rest of the playoffs. Sarah Reagor had 16 points and 9 rebounds. Sarah got into some foul trouble and was on the bench more than usual. We really need to keep her on the floor and stay out of foul trouble. Sofia Rodriguez got the start at point guard and came through big. She handled the ball well and pushed it down the floor in transition. She does a good job of dribble penetration and finishing with the little jump shot or passing off for the assist. She had 16 points, 5 rebounds, and 3 steals. Kensee Auld did a good job on the boards pulling down 9 rebounds with a couple of steals. Each round gets tougher and each round you have to play with more intensity and play better basketball. Rochelle will be a big test because they have size and some good guards. We play them Tuesday in Harper.

The final game of the 2013-2014 basketball season was definitely a very tough loss for the Eagles. In the first round of the playoffs, Leakey played against Eden in Ingram. The guys fought hard until the end, but they could not pull out the win to go on to the next round of the playoffs. Coach Springer said this after the loss against Eden, “It was a rough way to end the season. Our guys fought extremely hard, but our shots were just not falling. I felt like our team was taking pretty good shots, but only made only 14.3% of their shots. Eden deserves a lot of credit as they played

tenacious defense. Dimitri Perez was our defensive player of the game with great lock down defense on their best outside shooter.” The stats for this final game are as follows: Will Stewart - 9 points and 5 rebounds; Lorenzo Rodriguez - 9 points and 2 rebounds; Rylan Springer - 6 points and 5 rebounds; Frank Garcia - 2 points and 11 rebounds; Isaiah Chavez - 2 points and 1 rebound; Dimitri Perez - 1 point and 1 assist; Tristan Troch - 2 rebounds. The Eagles had a very interesting season. They started the season not so well and

ended it by going to the playoffs. Although the season did not go on longer, the town of Leakey should be very proud of this team for the continued will to fight through every game. “I really enjoyed coaching these guys and I was proud of their accomplishments. We are going to miss Frank, Isaiah, and Will. Best wishes seniors!” said Coach Mike Springer about the season. Basketball is over for now, but look forward to an exciting season next year! Go Big Red!

A Tough End for Leakey Basketball Submitted by Hayley Bates

Eagles are Playoff Bound Submitted by Hayley Bates

LADY EAGLES WIN AREA GAME

Lady Eagles Win Regional Quarter-Finals

The Leakey Ex Students Association is pleased to announce the second award of a $500.00 scholarship for the Spring 2014

semester to Emilio Navarro. Emilio received the first annual award for the Fall Semester 2013 and is pursuing a BA in business marketing at the University of Texas at San Antonio. Emilio maintained a 2.8 GPA during his first semester and is the son of Fernando and Ana Navarro Congratulations to Emilio and his family. The Association will again offer a $500.00 award to a 2014 graduating Leakey high school senior who meets eligibility requirement and submits an application by April 15, 2014 to Secretary, Leakey Ex Students, P.O. Box 241, Leakey, TX. Applications are available from the Leakey High School counselor. The award will be based on community and school involvement, grade point average and the strength of the essay submitted.The Leakey Ex Students Association is a non-profit organization. It exists to preserve the history of Leakey schools while maintaining a link with the future and

promoting higher education for Leakey students. Memberships are opened to any person who graduated from or ever attended Leakey Schools; past and present members of the Leakey Schools administrative and support staff or faculty, and to any person who shall have rendered notable service to Leakey Schools.Contributions to benefit the Leakey Ex Students Association scholarship program and membership fees can be mailed to P.O. Box 241, Leakey, Texas 78873. Join the Leakey Ex Student Association group on Facebook for updates and to connect with your classmates. Your support is needed to continue these awards to deserving graduates. The Leakey Ex Students Assn T-Shirts are available at The Hill Country Herald, 157 US Hwy 83, Leakey for $10.00. Pictures of Leakey High School students wearing your TShirts can be submitted for publication in the Herald. Please include a short statement as to where your education has taken you in life, maiden name, if applicable, and years attended or year of graduation.

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The 4th Six Weeks flew by us in a flash! We have our 6th Six Weeks Top Point earners as follows: Kindergarten- Carmela Sanchez with 15.4 pts, Averi Walker with 14.3 points, and Hayden Stotts with 13.8 pts. 1st Grade- Delaney Schaefer with a whopping 26.9 pts, Zachary Hotard with an impressive 20.7 pts, and Soraya DeLeon with 17.2 pts. 2nd Grade- Charlie Perez with 27.7 points, ShyAnn Villareal with 20.4 points, and Ethan Hondorf with 17.4 points. 3rd Grade-Ailani Sanchez with 29.1 points, Camdyn Childs with 26.5 points, and Caeley Whipkey with 24.6 points. 4th grade-Cadyn Davis with 14.2 points, Kaydie Light with 11.7 points, and Michaela Brown with 10.3 points. 5th Grade- Kimberly Stults with

50.1 points, Nacole Hale with 18.3 points and Analee Carabajal with 15.3 points. 6th Grade- Caiden Childs with a smashing 63.9 points, Reagan Fox with 34.1 points, and Shania Falcon with 29.6 points.The 4th 6 weeks also brought us many AR T-shirt winners and an AR Gift Card and Fun Fling winner!!! AR T-shirt winners for the 4th 6 weeks were: Kindergartners Gabriella Luce, Averi Walker, Nia Nevarez, Cassidy Williams, Emily Garcia, Scarlett Stotts, Ayden Gonzales, Hayden Stotts, Carmela Sanchez, and Riley King, 1st grader Aiden Floyd, 2nd graders Charlie Perez, Ethan Hondorf, and ShyAnn Villareal, and 3rd grader Camdyn Childs! We had one

AR Gift Card winner and one Fun Fling winner, 6th grader Caiden Childs earned both awards during the 4th 6 weeks! Congratulations to all of these awesome readers on a job well done! In other news, the Scholastic Book Fair will begin on Monday, Feb. 24th! We will have many morning family events as well as a family night! Monday the 24th will be Donuts for Dads from 7:30 to8:15 am, Tuesday is Muffins for Moms from 7:30 to 8:15 am, and Wednesday is Breakfast with Grand from 7:30 to 8:15 am! Tuesday evening is Family Night from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. All of these events will take place in the library. We look forward to seeing you there!

Siera Edwards was honored on Friday, February 21 at NCCISD. Siera is a senior and has been accepted to Texas A&M University in Kingsville; she has expressed an interest in pursuing a career as a dental hygienist. Siera is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Standley. She has represented Nueces Canyon in many activities over the years. She has been active in basketball, track, cross-country, and cheerleading. She participated at the State Powerlifting meet as a junior and has qualified for Regional this year. Siera was presented with a congratulations card from the staff and a proclamation declaring Friday, February 21 as Siera Edwards Day. Siera had a host of family present to join in the celebration.Congratulations, Siera! NCCISD wishes you the very best!

Members of the Nueces Canyon C.I.S.D. Board of Education met in regular session on February 17th, 2014. Diana DelaRosa, Board President, presided at the meeting. The board meeting was called to order at 6:33 pm.Tena Taylor gave the invocation.In a special presentation, students Preston Waters, Natalie Vargulish and Jose Gonzales were each honored for having earned Microsoft Office Certifications this year. District Instructors Greg Harmon and Jan Prather have assisted students with this. In another career and technology area, Richard Kramer is working with students on welding certifications.Kristi Powers reported Elementary enrollment of 161 and Junior High and High School enrollment of 133. Recent campus events were discussed including: Mrs. Carnes’ class created a video about bullying to enter into competition. Band Boosters are in the process of putting together a mail out to ask for donations toward new uniforms. Teachers have been attending meetings at the region regarding math and science textbook adoptions. The fourth grade and pre-kindergarten classes have attended Commissioners’ Court in Real County to lead the pledges. The court was impressed with their behavior and appreciated our attendance. At the Elementary, the week of February 24 to 28th will be Book Fair week. On Tuesday the 25th at 5:00 pm a Science Fair will be held in the gym. Also on Tuesday the 25th, a $5.00 per person chili supper will be held by our Pride Club in an effort to raise playground money. Our dual credit courses continue to be successful this year with the addition of a calculus class. There are 21 students signed up to take dual credit courses through SWTJC next year. Our seniors attended a college day at SWTJC on February 18th where they learned about their programs and financial

aid.Kristi Powers also presented the Food Services Report for the month saying. Things are running smoothly in the cafeteria. We are filling a vacant position with substitutes until the end year.Athletic Director Greg Voyles reported that basketball season is officially over. He commented; “We are very proud of all of the High school and Junior high teams.” Powerlifting athletes competed in the Carrizo Springs and Pearsall meets. All participants did really well in their respective weight classes. Senior Siera Edwards will advance on to regionals in Pleasanton! Track and Tennis practices started up last week. In the Maintenance & Transportation Reports to the School Board Stephen Smith reported that repairs to Bus 6 were continuing and under maintenance, things were running fairly smoothly.Mike Hicks gave the Tax Collections Report to the School Board.In the consent agenda, the board the board approved the minutes of the previous meeting, accepted and paid bills as presented and accepted the Budget/Finance report as presented.Under action items the school board voted to call the May 10th election to elect 2 full term trustees. Locations of polling places will be: Uvalde County Polling Place at the Montell Country Club, Real County Polling Place at the City of Camp Wood, and Edwards County Polling Place at the N.C.C.I.S.D. Administration Building. Applications for ballots by mail must be received no later than the close of business on Thursday, May 1, 2014.In Informational Items:Stephen Smith and Kristi Powers commented on the quality of district bus drivers and their continued dedication to student safety.New district alignments were reported. In

football, District 15 will include Barksdale Nueces Canyon, D’Hanis, La Pryor, Leakey, and Rocksprings. In basketball, District 31 will include Barksdale Nueces Canyon, Comstock, D’Hanis, Knippa, Leakey, Medina, Rocksprings, and Utopia.Also discussed were the upcoming HB5 Graduation Plan changes.School Board Leadership dates and times were mentioned.The board went into Executive Session from 6:55 until 8:30. Upon opening into Regular Session, the board voted to approve a contract extensions for District Superintendent, Campus Administrator, Tax Collector, and Technology Director.The board also voted to accept the resignations of Becky Morey, Charlie Marquardt, Laurie Williams, and Scott Williams.The Meeting was adjourned at 8:32 pm. In attendance at the meeting were NC School Board members; Diana DelaRosa, Danny Irwin, Noreda Sifuentes, Denise Rogers, and Paul Frizzell. Nueces Canyon Superintendent of Schools, Kristi Powers, as well as Athletic Director Greg Voyles attended the meeting. Attending and reporting on Tax Collections was Mike Hicks and on Maintenance and Transportation was Stephen Smith. Also present were; Preston Watters, Billye Smith, and Tena Taylor. Board Members absent from the meeting were Charles E. Hunger and Ignacio Sanchez.The next board meeting was set for March 17th at 6:30pm. The Nueces Canyon Board of Education normally meets at the Administration Building in Barksdale, on the third Monday of each month at 6:30pm. Please call the District Business Office at 830-234-3514 or consult the school calendar at www.nccisd.net to verify meeting dates and times.

Nueces Canyon Board of EducationRegular Session Meeting February 17th, 2014

Siera Edwards Day Celebrated at Nueces Canyon CISD By Kristi Powers

AR Top Readers for 4th Six Weeks! by Elementary Librarian Jana Valenzuela

This past week was a busy one for the Nueces Canyon FFA with the San Antonio Stock Show and Rodeo back to back with the San Angelo Stock Show Rodeo we did not know if we coming or going. At the San Antonio Stock show, the Nueces Canyon FFA was represented by junior member Paige Elliot with her Southdown lamb. Paige competed and represented the school and community very well. Then the Nueces Canyon FFA was back at the San Antonio Stock show and rodeo with two more Junior FFA members Caiden and Camdyn Childs who presented their pigs for the judges. Camdyn did her best job of the year presenting her pig at the show. Caiden however, was NC’s showman of the day however placing eleventh, just shy of the sale. Caiden showed a heavy weight Hampshire barrow. The Nueces Canyon FFA was not done yet however as they headed off Tuesday with twelve showers to present their trailers and gates that they constructed in the Ag shop. Our first team was the junior boys who built a 16 foot by 6 foot 6 inch flatbed utility trailer and received a blue ribbon which moved them to the placing round. They fell just short of placing in the top three of a very tough division. The Boys on this team were Nathan Carleton, Ben Carbajal, and Bailey Gober. Next we had our all girl team of gate constructers. This has been the girls first year to weld and they had great gate which they designed and built from scratch. They did a wonderful job of both

building and presenting their gate but fell just short of the placing round receiving a red ribbon. The girls on this team were Hailey Luce, Melody Bronas and Danielle Irwin. For Nueces Canyon, the show was capped off with a 16 foot by 6 foot stock trailer built by the senior boys. This was our first stock trailer to build and take to competition and the boys won a blue ribbon which moved them on to the placing round where they finished in second place of the overall competition. The team for the stock trailer consisted of Dakota Davila, Reagan Luce, Phillip Carleton, Ian Harvey, Michael Pina, and Ernest Sifuentes. It has been a great honor to watch these young men and women develop their skills and go on to compete. Many times our students are competing against schools that are five times our size with equipment and facilities to match. These competitions have shown

the students that we still can successfully compete with these larger programs. What a wonderful week it was to be the Nueces Canyon FFA Advisor and see all these young people go out and excel. It just demonstrates we have bigger and better things to come.

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churches for a devotional and breakfast. The past Sunday 13 members met at First Baptist at 8 am. Speaker was Gerry Shudde. First Baptist News Annette Horton placed a bouquet of flowers in honor of her parents on the 50th anniversary. White roses, purple hollyhocks, lavender statice, pink Gerber daisies and red carnations were in a clear vase on the communion table. A correction, Mid-Winter Night Life will be held February 26-29 from 6 to 8:30 pm. It is open to students in grades 7 through 12. The youth are under the direction of Joe Redus. First United Methodist The new Sunday school class for teens met. Curtis Stewart is the leader and he also led the childrens sermon. Confirmation class was held from 9:30 to 10:45.

Pictured :Row 1: Baylee Rubio, Nathan Valdez, Texana Davenport, Alexa Delgado, Selena Escalante, and Trey Valdez. Row 2: Nadia Navarro, Kaylee Samaniego, Sarah Alejandro, Tatum Story, Nadia Castanon, Mauricio Contreras, Amber Silvas Row 3: Hope Lopez, Marlowe Story, Emma Pace, Luke Davis, Fabiola Hernandez, and Karlee Contreras. Not pictured: Taylor Chapman, Sarah Miller, and Matthew Deleon.

Band students from across the area headed to Pearsall High School to compete at the Region 11 Junior High All-Region contest on February 8th. This contest challenged the students to learn 8 scales, and two pieces of music. They were then divided into sections and asked to play a selection from the scales and etudes. Five judges in each room rated the students based off of their performance. The top students from each section were placed in the Symphonic Band, followed by the Concert Band. If the students earned one of these spots, they are invited to attend a day-long clinic on Saturday, February 22nd with a public performance that evening at the Lytle High School Auditorium. The Sabinal Yellowjacket Band students did exceptionally well competing against students from 1A, 2A, and 3A schools!

Here are the tremendous results garnished by our students:- Texana Davenport, 4th chair Symphonic Band Flute.- Marlowe Story, , 8th chair Symphonic Band Flute.- Nadia Castanon, 29th chair Flute.- Amber Silvas, 37th chair Flute.- Nathan Valdez, 3rd chair Concert Band Clarinet.- Baylee Rubio, 6th chair Concert Band Clarinet.- Kaylee Samaniego, 9th chair Concert Band Clarinet.- Selena Escalante, 44th chair Clarinet.- Fabiola Hernandez, 49th chair Clarinet.- Alexa Delgado, 61st chair Clarinet.- Emma Pace, 2nd chair Symphonic Band Bass Clarinet.

- Taylor Chapman, 4th chair Concert Band Alto Saxophone.- Nadia Navarro, 6th chair Concert Band Alto Saxophone.- Karlee Contreras, 32nd chair Alto Saxophone.- Luke Davis, 5th chair Symphonic Band Trumpet.- Sarah Miller, 39th chair Trumpet.- Sarah Alejandro, 48th chair Trumpet.- Tatum Story, 4th chair Symphonic Band French Horn.- Mauricio Contreras, 5th chair Concert Band Trombone.- Trey Valdez, 2nd chair Symphonic Band Euphonium.- Matthew Deleon, 17th chair Euphonium.- Hope Lopez, 50th chair Percussion.

Sabinal Junior High Band Students Place Well at Competition by Zachary Sims

Sabinal Elementary will be hosting several activities next week in observance of Texas Public Schools Week. Students and staff will have special dress up

days each day of the week including Camo/Pajama day-Monday, 80’s day-Tuesday, rockstar day-Wednesday, and western day - Friday. Also, on Thursday March 6th, the elementary will be hosting Career Day with local and area professionals, an Open House from 11:00 am-12:00 pm and a parent picnic from 12:00-12:30 pm.

Sabinal High School will be hosting the Pfollowing activities next week in observance of Texas Public Schools Week.Student and staff activities:Monday – Texas Public Schools History Reading Tuesday – Yellowjacket Excellence System RewardWednesday – Student Lunch SocialThursday – College DayFriday – Teacher/Student Social

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The Alamo was already a hundred years old at the time of the siege and battle. It was founded in 1718 as a Spanish mission for the purpose of Christianizing the Indians indigenous to the area. The Indians themselves built the mission under the supervision of the Spanish priests and it was named Mission “San Antonio de Valero.” The church was designed without the benefit of a master engineer, the roof collapsed almost immediately, and this portion of the mission was never actually completed. By 1793, most of the Indians had died from disease and “San Antonio de Valero” was closed as a mission. In 1803, a Spanish cavalry unit from Alamo de Parras, Mexico, was quartered In the mission and it was from this unit that the mission received the name “PuebLo del Alamo.” The Spanish word “alamo” means “cottonwood” and may refer to the cottonwood trees that grew along the San Antonio River. In 1821, Mexico won her independence from Spain and claimed all the land that Spain owned that included Texas. In 1824, Mexico created a democratic constitution based on the United States Constitution. Mexico opened Texas for colonization, offering land very cheaply to new settlers. Many people. both Americans and Europeans, relocated to the area which offered the opportunity for a fresh start. In 1833, a Mexican general, Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna, was elected President of Mexico, but it wasn’t long before he turned his presidency into a dictatorship. He began to collect hi-h taxes and passed harsh and unreasonable laws, making the settlers very unhappy with their new home. By 1835. many colonists began to threaten revolt. Alarmed by these threats. Santa Anna sent his brother-@ln-law,. General Martin de Cos, to reinforce the Alamo General Cos arrived in San Antonio. quartered himself and his troops in the Alamo, and converted the old mission into a fortress. He added some 21 cannons which he placed around the walls and began to prepare for a siege and battle. Declaring martial law, he jailed people for no reason and soon the threat of revolution became a reality. Almost two months after Cos’ arrival. in December of 1835, a force of 400 Texans led bv Ben Milam made their way into San Antonio and engaged General Cos in battle. After several days of fighting Cos surrendered by raising, a white flag above the Alamo. The Texan force of 400 suffered 19 casualties while. defeating Mexican forces of l,1OO and gained the most important military stronghold north of the Rio Grande. Leaving his cannons behind, General Cos fled to Mexico promising not to return. The defeat of Cos angered Santa Anna. It became a matter of honor to teach the Texans a lesson and he began to raise an army which he would personally lead to San Antonio. In the meantime, despite the obvious importance of the Alamo location, Texas Army Commander Sam Houston ordered the Alamo abandoned and destroyed. Feeling that the outpost was far too isolated. he sent Colonel James Bowie with 30 men to carry out his orders. After arriving in San Antonio. somehow Bowie couldn’t bring himself to destroy the old mission. Hearing that Santa Anna was marching toward The Alamo. He became even more determined to save the Alamo The Battle Of The AlamoUnsheathing his sword during a lull in the virtually incessant bombardment Colonel William Barret Travis drew a line on the ground before his battle-weary men. In a voice trembling with emotion he described the hopelessness of their plight and said, “those prepared to give their lives in freedom’s cause, come over to me.”Without hesitation, every man, save one, crossed the line, Colonel James Bowie, stricken with pneumonia, asked that his cot be carried over.For twelve days now, since February 23, when Travis answered Mexican General Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna’s surrender ultimatum with a cannon shot, the defenders had withstood the

onslaught of an army which ultimately numbered 4,000 men.Committed to death inside the Alamo were 189 known patriots who valued freedom more than life itself. Many, such as the 32 men and boys from Gonzales who made their way through the Mexican lines in answer to Travis’s plea for reinforcements, were colonists. Theirs was a fight against Santa Anna’s intolerable decrees. Others were volunteers such as David Crockett and his “Tennessee Boys” who owned nothing in Texas, and owed nothing to it. Theirs was a fight against tyranny wherever it might be. A handful were native Texans of Spanish and Mexican descent who suffered under the same injustices as the other colonists.Now with the ammunition and supplies all but exhausted, yet determined to make a Mexican victory more costly than a defeat, those who rallied to the Texas cause awaited the inevitable.It came suddenly in the chilly, pre-dawn hours of March 6. With bugles sounding the dreaded “Deguello” (no quarter to the defenders) columns of Mexican soldiers attacked from the north, the east, the south and the west. Twice repulsed by withering musket fire and cannon shot, they concentrated their third attack at the battered north wall.Travis, with a single shot through his forehead, fell across his cannon. The Mexicans swarmed through the breach and into the plaza. At frightful cost they fought their way to the Long Barrack and blasted its massive doors with cannon shot. Its defenders, asking no quarter and receiving none, were put to death with grapeshot, musket fire and bayonets.Crockett, using his rifle as a club, fell as the attackers, now joined by reinforcements who stormed the south wall, turned to the chapel. The Texans inside soon suffered the fate of their comrades. Bowie, his pistols emptied, his famous knife bloodied, and his body riddled, died on his cot.Present in the Alamo were Captain Almeron Dickinson’s wife, Susanna, and their 15-month-old daughter, Angelina. After the battle, Santa Anna ordered Mrs. Dickingson, her child, and other noncombatants be spared. Other known survivors were Joe, Travis servant; Gertrudis Navarro, 15, sister by adoption to James Bowie’s wife, Ursula; Juana Navarro Alsbury, sister of Gertrudis, and her 18-month-old son, Alijo; Gregorio Esparza’s wife Ana, and her four children: Enrique, Francisco, Manuel and Maria de Jesus; Trinidad Saucedo and Petra Gonzales. Another survivor was Lewis “Moses” Rose, who by his own choice left the Alamo on the fifth day of March.Santa Anna, minimizing his losses which numbered nearly 600, said, “It was but a small affair,” and ordered the bodies of the heroes burned. Colonel Juan Almonte, noting the great number of casualties, declared, “Another such victory and we are ruined.”The Texans’ smoldering desire for freedom, kindled by the funeral pyres of the Alamo, roared into flames three weeks later at Goliad when Santa Anna coldly ordered the massacre of more than 300 prisoners taken at the Battle of Coleto Creek.On April 21, forty-six days after the fall of the Alamo, less than 800 angered Texans and American volunteers led by General Sam Houston launched a furious attack on the Mexican army of 1,500 at San Jacinto. Shouting “Remember the Alamo! Remember Goliad!”, they completely routed the Mexican army in a matter of minutes, killing six hundred and thirty while losing nine. Santa Anna was captured. Texas was free; a new republic was born.An independent nation for nearly 10 years, Texas was officially annexed to the United States on December 29, 1845. With the change in government, and the lowering of the Texas flag on February 19, 1846, outgoing President Anson Jones declared, “The final act in the great drama is now performed; the Republic of Texas is no more.

The Battle Of The Alamo source:alamocity.com

- Taylor Chapman, 4th chair Concert Band Alto Saxophone.- Nadia Navarro, 6th chair Concert Band Alto Saxophone.- Karlee Contreras, 32nd chair Alto Saxophone.- Luke Davis, 5th chair Symphonic Band Trumpet.- Sarah Miller, 39th chair Trumpet.- Sarah Alejandro, 48th chair Trumpet.- Tatum Story, 4th chair Symphonic Band French Horn.- Mauricio Contreras, 5th chair Concert Band Trombone.- Trey Valdez, 2nd chair Symphonic Band Euphonium.- Matthew Deleon, 17th chair Euphonium.- Hope Lopez, 50th chair Percussion.

Sabinal Junior High Band Students Place Well at Competition by Zachary Sims

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When a Loved One has been Murdered by Tracy Renee Lee

Two men who with differing views concerning the age of the earth were discussing their ideas. The first man believes the earth must be hundreds of millions of years old because evolution requires “eons and eons of time.” After all, dinosaurs evolved and disappeared from the earth 65 million years before man appeared. Man has evolved over the past 85 million years, if the evolutionary textbooks are to be believed. Therefore, the earth MUST BE AT LEAST 150 million years old, right? {Although some text books give the evolutionary period of modern man as requiring somewhere between 4 – 6 million years!}The second man points out that scientific measurements taken since recorded history began show that the age of the earth is probably much closer to the biblical assumption (10,000 years or less) than to evolutionary assumptions. He points out the fact that the first lunar landing module that NASA sent to the moon had legs 7 feet in length because NASA scientists figured that the lunar dust would be at least 4 feet deep if the moon had been there for 50 million years. When Neil Armstrong came to the bottom of the ladder he put his foot down once, twice, three times

testing the depth of the lunar dust. When he finally made his “one small step for man” he found out that the lunar dust was less than 1/2” thick! Other measurements show a young planet: the amount of silt on the ocean floor, the amount of hydrogen in the atmosphere, the rate of erosion of Niagara Falls, etc. If the planet was hundreds of millions of years old, all of these values would be much greater than they are today.The first man does acknowledge that IF there was a Creator, and IF He did create the earth and the things on it fully formed and full of age, then there would be the APPEARANCE of age even though the actual age was very young. He admits that IF the first stars were formed with their light already visible from earth, there would appear to be years of age in those few seconds. The closest star is 4.2 years (light years) away from the earth. Trees created with age, and seeds within them, would appear as decades old already. He admits that IF these things were so, the chicken would definitely be here before the egg! As he ponders these possibilities his thinking is challenged and his ideas about evolution are called into question. Maybe, just maybe, these

things could be so.The second man reminds the first that there are “living fossils” being discovered all the time. The ancient Cretaceous period of history was called the “Dinosaur period” and lasted from 100 – 125 MILLION years ago was the period that saw the extinction of dinosaurs from the earth. In modern times there have been at least six fish discovered still swimming in lakes and oceans that were thought to have gone extinct 65 million+ years ago. Coelacanth is the most famous of these fish and they are still alive and have not changed a bit … because they are not millions of years old! They are living proof of a young earth.Both men agree to continue to study this question about the age of the earth. If the earth is young, the Bible is proven to be true and accurate. If old, the faith of Bible believers is genuinely misplacedCould it be that evolution, and the consequences that it brings, might NOT be the answer to the ancient riddle of how we got here? Both ideas are “accepted by faith” – one seems to be supported by more verifiable facts. Can you guess which one?

When a loved one has been murdered, many difficulties arise for the survivors. Murder crosses into numerous death categories, all of which carry serious emotional and psychological obstacles to overcome. No matter whom you are, if a significant loved one has been murdered, you will experience unparalleled grief. Murder falls into the traumatic death category, as well as unanticipated and sudden death categories. Sudden and unanticipated deaths are difficult to recover from.

Under these circumstances, the survivor has been robbed of ample time to set into motion, plans to compensate for their loss. Add to this, the experience of murder, and the survivor is destined to have a ruff go of the grief recovery process. Preparations for loss of income, loss of social standing and loss of companionship are losses that survivors can plan for if they have sufficient notice that a death is imminent. If the death is predictable, families can plan accordingly. A family planning to purchase a new and larger home might decide to stay put, once they know the household provider has a terminal illness. That same family, suffering the murder of

the household provider and having recently purchased their dream home, may now be facing repossession of their home. These are unfair and unpredictable situations.In addition to the suddenness of a murder, the violence experienced by the loved one is overwhelming. Details of the murder might be kept from the family in order to protect them and to protect the integrity of the investigation. The family might hear details that may or may not be accurate through the media, they might possibly see and hear additional details day after day, as the news replays and reports on the murder investigation. This experience can create a mountain of issues and setbacks for the survivors. If the murder is high profile, the family might not even be able to go out to dinner without overhearing conversations of speculation regarding their loved one’s horrific experience. Speculation can be especially difficult for the family, as it is often inaccurate and cruel. As years pass, the survivors of a brutal murder will be haunted by mental anguish. Try as they might, questions are always lingering in the backs of their minds. How long did their loved one suffer, were they frightened, did they call out for their family, how long did the brutality last, was death quick, were they humiliated before death, etc. Their questions are never completely answered, and so they must accept that they must live with the uncertainty, of the suffering sustained by their loved one. It is overwhelming and torturing to the survivors. In some instances, death may have

been so brutal that the body of a loved one is non-viewable. If the family is unable to view the body, they are robbed of their final farewell. Survivors may question their belief in a deity and lose their way. They may become disillusioned with the justice system, especially if the murderer is not held accountable due to some legal technicality or mistake. The fact of the matter is that murder is cruel and unjust. Survivors are going to suffer psychologically, the vicious actions of a demented human being upon their loved one. Emotional and psychological pathologies are going to plague the survivors for quite some time. Some survivors may never be able to accept that life continues and will be permanently held prisoner in the psychosis that follow. As a funeral director, I have witnessed this tragedy upon families I have served. As a child, I witnessed my mother suffer this tragedy. Murder is a horrific perpetration. Unfortunately, it is one that is inflicted upon families throughout the world, daily. If you have suffered the murder of a loved one, I extend my deepest condolences. My name is Tracy Renee Lee. I am a funeral director, author and freelance writer. I write books, weekly bereavement articles, and mid-week grief briefs related to understanding and coping with grief. It is my life’s work to comfort the bereaved and help them live on.

Deda Billeck, 88 of Stratford, passed away Tuesday, February 18, 2014. A Graveside Service was held at 3 o’clock on Friday, February 21, 2014 at Capital Parks Cemetery in Pflugerville, TX. Arrangements were entrusted to Morrison Funeral Directors of Dumas. Deda was born March 21, 1925 in Lampasas, TX to Otto and Estelle (Lehman)Anderson. She was united in marriage to George Billeck on November 26, 1945 in Schulenburg, TX. He preceded her in death in 1988. Deda was a loving and devoted homemaker, who loved taking care of her family. She made all of her children’s clothes and loved to play cards especially bridge. Deda was also an avid bird watcher. She will be dearly missed by all family and friends.In addition to her husband, George, she is preceded in death by her parents and a son-in-law: Gene Singleton. Deda is survived by two daughters: Brenda Chandler and husband Frank of Stratford, TX, and Cheron Singleton of Longview, TX; one son: Charles Billeck of Big Springs, TX; one sister: Kathryn Dunn of Corpus Christi, TX; a sister-in-law: Myrtle Little and husband Oran of Lexington, KY; six grandchildren: Monty Crist of San Diego, CA, Brian Crist of Lamar, CO, Justin Crist of Rocky Ford, CO, Sheri Kay Battles and Shonna Singleton both of Longview, TX and Ashley Laskowski of Big Springs, TX; and fourteen great-grandchildren. The family suggest memorials be made to Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, 322 Eighth Avenue, 7th Floor, New York, NY 10001, American Heart Association, PO Box 15186. Austin, TX 78761, Memorial Hospice, 209 Bliss Ave, Dumas, TX 79029, or Coldwater Manor Nursing Home, 1111 Beaver Rd, Stratford, TX 79084.

Rita Joyce “Wallace” Tucker Marshall, age 79, of Harper, Texas went to be with her Lord on Friday, February 21, 2014, at her home. She was born in Rocksprings, Texas to Obie and Rita “Rhea” Wallace on May 4, 1934. She attended school in Barksdale, Texas before Camp Wood and Barksdale were consolidated. She married Glen Weldon Tucker on December 2, 1950 at the Kings House in Barksdale and later married Joe Lee Marshall on February 22, 1974, at the Family House in Camp Wood. She was a Lifetime member of the Church of Christ. She loved painting, sewing, quilting, sculpting, canning, gardening, pig farming, cattle ranching and was a sports fan supporter and motivator. She lived in many places; Camp Wood, Boerne, Kennedy and Harper. She is survived by her children, Lynn & wife Tracy Tucker of Goldthwaite, TX; Brenda & husband Ronnie Lackey of Harper, TX; Allen & girlfriend Traci Tucker of Bandera, TX; Katherine Smith of Deer Park, TX; Lewis Tucker & wife Charlotte of Harper, TX; Joe Marshall & wife Julie of Menard, TX; Weldon Tucker & wife Nancy of Harper, TX; and a very special friend and family member, Wayne Wallace. Grandchildren, Stephanie & husband Kyle Phillips of Lubbock, TX; Amy & husband Travis Hall of Goldthwaite, TX; Lance Ward of Kerrville, TX; Chance Ward & wife Amanda of Harper, TX; Jason Lackey & wife Kristin of Kerrville, TX; Rance Ward & fiancé Windy Octon of Kerrville, TX; Francie Tucker of Uvalde, TX; Chrissy Tucker & boyfriend Mike Galindo of Rocksprings, TX; Cody Tucker of Seattle, WA; Justin Tucker of Seattle, WA; Brad Tucker of Harper, TX; Chelsea Tucker and boyfriend, Matt Redding of Dallas, TX. She is also survived by her great-grandchildren, Jason Phillips, Westin, Madison & Blaine Hall, Kyah & Audrey Ward, Kaylah, Megan & Mason Ward, Kaylee

& Kale Lackey, Kyrstin Ward, Chelsea, Brent, Paige, and Trinity Meduna, Colton Johnston, Tatum and Brodie Busch, Tyler and Blake Praytor, Brittany Borchardt, Brooks, Taylor, Clyde, Kelsie, Kyleigh and Mackenzie Tucker; numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.She was preceded in death by her parents, Obie and Rita Wallace; husbands, Glen Weldon Tucker deceased, September 16, 1971 and Joe Lee Marshall deceased, May 14, 2010; grandson, Matthew Ray Smith; great-grandson, Nathan Phillips; siblings, Bruce, Winona, Polly, C.W., Bob and Jerry.Pallbearers include Travis & Amy Hall, Lance Ward, Chance Ward, Rance Ward, Jason Lackey, Brad Tucker, and Brent Meduna.Honorary Pallbearers include Westin Hall and Billy Busch.Funeral services were held at 2:00 PM, Tuesday, February 25, 2014, at the Hill Country Church of Christ with Pastor Carroll Vernor, Jr. officiating. Burial followed at the Barksdale Cemetery.The family invites you to leave a condolence at www.nelsonfuneralhomes.net Arrangements are under the personal care of Nelson Funeral Home of Camp Wood, Texas.

Deda Billeck(March 21, 1925 - February 18, 2014)

Rita Joyce “Wallace” Tucker Marshall(May 4, 1934 - February 21, 2014)

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in less than 2 hours.The proceeds from this sale will support our

participation in ↑2U Clean Rivers.RAIN LOCATION: Frio Canyon Chamber of Commerce Building

Hwy. 83 and Fifth Street

Friends of the Frio 2014 Spring Break Brisket SaleMarch 8th starting at 10:00 am

Hwy. 83 by Real County Courthouse

United Methodist Women in loving memory of:

Kitty Harrison Tinkum Sansom

Miles James Post 489 American Legion Auxiliary

in loving memory of: Gary Suttle

Ice cream……ice cream……..we all scream for ice cream! Remember that as a youngster? Well, if you do, then you were probably one of the many folks who showed up February 15, 2014, at the Utopia Community Center for the annual Utopia Lions Club Ice Cream Crank-off. Organized by Sid and Jacque Chaney, there were around 16 entries of various delectable concoctions. Several of the Leakey Lions Club members were judges (sure they hated that job!) who have volunteered to judge for many Crank-offs in the past. After much deliberation, first place went to Mary Ann Metz, Bob Clodfelter walked away with second place, and Cindy Cockerill placed third. I can only imagine how hard it was for the judges to agree on the top three places. Entertainment was provided by the Caliche Hill Band……..and, as they say in Utopia…….a great time was had by all! Approximately 130 folks were in attendance. And, besides that, the Tim Ahrens family will receive around $670 from the event! Thank you, once again Utopia, for your support of our community events!

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The Huajilla Unit held its monthly meeting on February 24, 2014, at the Security State Bank in Pearsall. In the absence of President Rosemary Bendele, Vice president Cathy Mechler called the meeting to order, welcoming the 60 members present, and then led the group in reciting the Pledges to the American and Texas Flags. Lewis Stroud offered the opening prayer and Kay Shultz led the group in singing “My Country ‘Tis of Thee.” Cathy Mechler recognized and thanked Ginger Maxwell and the Pearsall group for hosting this meeting, securing the catered meal, and selecting a presenter for the program.Irene Dubberly read the minutes of the January meeting, followed by Bruce Simpson’s Treasurer’s report. Members are encouraged to submit dues for next year.Ken Hansen presented extensive healthcare and legislative updates. At a recent meeting in Corpus, the possibility of merging ERS and TRS health care programs is being tossed about, as are other possibilities due to the one billion dollar deficit TRS Care is facing. A major payout from the insurance program goes to those members under 65 not on Medicare, especially those with young children. Almost certain will be some kind of premium increase in the next year or so. Some members are currently facing a “catch 22” as they reach the age requiring mandatory withdrawals from their 401s or other investment funds which increases their income, resulting in sometimes a doubling of Medicare premium payments. In legislative news, Hansen had feedback from four of the five Republican candidates in the District 53 representative race and their response to three questions important to retired members.

This race will likely result in a run-off and the winner of the primary will be the representative for District 53, since there is no Democratic challenger. Hansen reminded members of the importance of voting in the primaries since these candidates will be

the ones to determine what current and retired educators will face. Especially important for current and retired educators is the need to prevent the election of candidates who propose to do away with the current defined benefits retirement format. More information can be found at the state and local TRTA website.Irene Dubberly spoke briefly about the information that can be found at the Huajilla Unit website. Additionally, as a health incentive, she challenged the members to make a “21-day Health Change.” Members are asked to focus on a change in their lives, be it a 30-minute walking exercise three or five days a week, reducing salt

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WARM GRILLED PEANUT BUTTER AND BANANA SANDWICH cooking spray 2 tablespoons peanut butter 2 slices whole wheat bread 1 banana, sliced Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat, and coat with cooking spray. Spread 1 tablespoon of peanut butter onto one side of each slice of bread. Place banana slices onto the peanut buttered side of one slice, top with the other slice and press together firmly. Fry the sandwich until golden brown on each side, about 2 minutes per side.

GRILLED APPLE AND SWISS CHEESE SANDWICH 2 slices whole wheat bread 1/2 teaspoons olive oil 1/2 Granny Smith apple - peeled, cored and thinly sliced 1/3 cup shredded Swiss cheese Preheat a skillet over medium heat. Lightly brush one side of each slice of bread with the olive oil. Place 1 slice of bread, olive oil side down into the skillet, and arrange the apple slices evenly over the top. Sprinkle the Swiss cheese over the apple, and then top with the remaining slice of bread, olive oil-side up. Cook until the bread is golden brown, then flip the sandwich over, and cook until the other side is golden brown and the cheese has melted, 1 to 2 more minutes.

PEANUT BUTTER HOT DOG 2 tablespoons peanut 2 slices whole wheat 1 banana, peeled Spread a tablespoon of peanut butter onto one side of each slice of bread. Break the banana into two pieces, and place one half onto the center of each peanut buttered bread slice. Wrap the bread around each banana and eat like a hot dog!

PIZZADILLA AND CARROT CRUNCH LUNCH BOX Low-fat ranch doubles as a dip for both pizza and veggies.1⁄2 Pizzadillo (quesadilla) 10 baby carrots 1 tablespoon low-fat ranch 1 (4-oz.) cup unsweetened applesauce

PITA CHICKEN Low-fat Greek yogurt is the base for this tangy chicken salad. Chocolate kisses are perfectly portioned treats.Creamy Chicken Salad (1/2 cup) with mixed greens 1/2 6-inch whole-wheat pita 1 medium apple 4 milk chocolate kisses

BEEF SANDWICH AND FRUIT STICK

Sandwich: 2 oz. lower-sodium roast beef lettuce, 2 slices tomato 1/2-oz. slice white cheddar 2 teaspoons light mayo on whole-grain bread 2 pineapple and strawberry fruit kebabs 1/2 oz. unsalted peanuts

WHOLE WHEAT PB&J An old favorite gets a healthy spin with a WW bagel.1 tablespoon peanut butter 2 teaspoons jam on 1 mini whole-wheat bagel 1 oz. whole-grain chips (about 16) 1 small banana

The real trick today is healthy snacks and lunches on a balanced budget… Here are some money saving tips and ideas to ensure your child eats healthy and has enough to eat each day! Every mom or dad who makes lunches for kids knows the goals: avoid total jettisoning of lunch into trash by picky eater; hope she or he doesn’t trade healthy apple for can of soda; (kids need lunches, on average, 180 times a year). Here are a few strategies…

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Well, when the sun comes out and that gardening fever hits in late winter, there are few of us who are not at least a little anxious to go out and grow something. For many folks it hits about the time they are passing a garden center and see those green plants!! There is something about the coming of spring that makes us want to throw off our winter clothes and put our hands in the dirt!What begins as an inspiration to grow a garden of flowers or vegetables can end as a lifelong hobby and years of enjoyment. However, it can also end up in disappointment and disillusionment by the time the first of summer rolls around. Some who fail at first may decide they just cannot grow things and must have a brown thumb, when nothing is further from the truth. The fact is that you all have green thumbs! Trust me on this one. (can’t grow a house plant to save my soul but I can grow a garden!) We humans were originally put in a garden for a reason… folks, we were made to garden. The difference between good gardeners and bad ones usually boils down to an understanding of some horticultural basics and a commitment to learn and then put what you learn into practice.One of the most affirming and enjoyable things about gardening is the fact that we keep getting another chance to get it right. If a planting fails just pull it up and replant. Each season is a new chance to learn, to experiment and to gain expertise. There are few things in life where you can fail so miserably and just start over and over, and well, over again with a clean slate. It is kind of like one of those Etch-A-Sketch toys. Don’t like the picture you made? Just turn it over, shake it and you get to start creating again.Gardeners are the world’s premier optimists, (Just ask Luther Bushong!) as every new season is the start of the best ever! If you are having fun, there is pleasure in every row and every new day. Even disease and pestilence become part of the unfolding drama of a new season in the garden. Our gardens are continually changing and there are no guarantees. What worked one year may not work so well the next. But there are some basics that can help get you going in the right direction and which will go a long way to ensuring a successful garden.What follows are some tips to guide you past some common pitfalls gardeners face. They are the wisdom my grandmother used to pass on… basically common sense, but often overlooked. I hope they will help get this year’s garden off to the best start ever.1. Prepare The Soil First “Build on a good foundation.”Soil is the foundation of a garden. Most of us

start with something too sandy, too clayey, or too poor. And unless you have been working on it, your soil is probably low in organic matter, the life of good soil. Before one seed or transplant goes in, build up your soil with a few inches of compost (my choice for a while was horse manure cause, well I had alot of it on hand, or goat manure, whatever nutrients may be lacking.) If you find yourself the victim of an impulse purchase, standing there with a flat full of transplants staring at a barren plot, just set them down and go lie down to let the fever subside a bit. Then go out and start building your soil with compost and at least a start of nutrients. Even if you have to water those plants for a few days while you get the ground ready, you will be glad you waited to plant until the soil was properly prepared.It is better, though, to spend a dollar on your soil before you spend a dollar on plants. Compost is a wonderful thing - use it! Build your soil after each crop and each gardening season. My first gardens in new spots have almost always been mediocre at best. But with each turn of the spade they have improved until I built a soil fit for Eden. Soil building is an ongoing part of gardening. If your garden is just one or two small beds, you may want to buy a soil mix from a local source. It helps you shortcut the building process and can help make your new garden a more successful and enjoyable experience.2. Ensure Good Drainage “When it rains it pours.”Here in Texas it seems to be feast or famine when it comes to rainfall. When it is dry we can water, but what do we do when it will not quit raining? Plant roots need oxygen and hate to sit in waterlogged soil. Plus, when it is wet you cannot get into the garden to plant or work the soil.3. Provide Lots of Sunlight “Let the sun shine in.”Select a good site for planting. Most vegetables prefer a full sun exposure. Many have wonderful large trees that make a sunny location rare. However, if you want a productive garden, direct sunlight is a must. Crops that are grown

for their fruit (tomatoes, peppers, eggplant, melons) or roots (carrots, turnips, radishes) must have at least six hours of sunlight. Bright shade or dappled shade just will not do. Crops that are grown for leaves (lettuce, collards, spinach, chard) will tolerate a bit of shade.4. Proven, Adapted Varieties “Dance with who brung you.” but “Don’t put all your eggs in one basket.” (Sound familiar????)Select varieties that are proven and well adapted to your area. Before you purchase seeds or transplants, find out which have proven themselves. Contender beans and Celebrity tomatoes are usually not the top producers in any trial I have conducted, but they are always near the top and worth growing in my garden each

year. Build your garden around the old faithfuls, but do not just plant one variety. You will find that one year a variety may fly and the next year it may flop. Hedge your bet by including two or three varieties when you can. Along with the staple varieties, leave a little room for a few newcomers. I always try a few new varieties and over the years, many of those experimental choices have moved into the ranks of the old faithfuls!As a general tip, when experimenting choose varieties with short days-to-harvest intervals. We have a short spring season here in Texas and long-maturing varieties that do well in the Midwest, California, New Jersey and other foreign countries will often not perform well here.To be continued next week. GO GET DIRTY!

Getting ready for that summer garden by Julie Becker

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NEW LISTING: 94.74 ACRES only 3 miles west of Leakey! Extensive road work has been done, affording access to some high country with jaw dropping views. There is a new entry, electricity brought onto property with pad site in place and cedar clearing done exposing pretty valley with lots of hardwoods and scenic wet weather creek, deep draws and ravines. But the best part is the price! $2350./acreNEW LISTING: 2.2 ACRES WITH 172+ FT. OF FRIO FRONTAGE! Neat as a pin, 3BR/2B DW. 1 car covered carport, with shed/workshop on slab, sidewalks, wood steps with landings to shady bank of Frio River, vacation rental potential! $269,900.NEW LISTING: PRICED TO SELL FAST! 2BR/2B home on .8 of an acre with mother-in-law quarters, man cave, several outbuildings and access to the Frio River! This home is priced below tax appraisal figure! $147,000.NEW LISTING: 3BR/2.5B home with separate 1BR/1B guest house, privacy fencing, lots of improvements for the money!! Must see to appreciate! $139,000. CONTRACT PENDING ALREADY!NEW LISTING: 2BR/1B rock home on corner lot near school. New interior paint, new linoleum, new fencing, new counter tops, new cabinets, new exterior windows, all appliances convey, metal shed! Perfect starter, retirement or rental property! $99,000..4 of an acre, mobiles and rv’s allowed, access to central water and gorgeous Frio River! $27,000.Two one acre tracts of land, good views, city water, paved road frontage. $25,000. each.7 of an acre with fully equipped and furnished restaurant. Highway 83 frontage with good visibility! Priced to sell at $139,000.1 acre south of Leakey on corner lot with large trees, city water, well, electricity, septic and outbuilding on slab. All ready to go! $49,000.Large 3BR/2B home on 20 beautiful acres of rolling terrain, large trees and seasonal creek, with city water and wells, two cabins, rv shed, carport and large barn with electricity.

$350,000.2 city lots totaling almost one acre on the north side of town with availability of city water, highway frontage, cleared of all cedar exposing beautiful oaks, and corners on three roads. $29,000.5.6 acres just a couple of miles east of Leakey on corner lot, with comfortable cabin, city water, well, cargo box, BBQ pit, no restrictions, no HOA, access to Frio River. $175,000.75 stunning acres with gorgeous 3BR/3B “barndominium”, bunk house, rv shed, well, city water, and breath-taking long views! Tastefully and beautifully furnished! Many extras you just have to see this one! $625,000.1BR/1B home on 2.2 acres with gorgeous views, under fence, completely and beautifully furnished! $129,000.1 acre, completely fenced, fruit trees, shed, energy efficient 2BR/1B home, long views, wrap-a-round deck, comes tastefully furnished! $195,000.COMMERCIAL BUILDING DOWNTOWN LEAKEY! Two story, with leased restaurant downstairs and offices upstairs! Offices space upstairs could be easily renovated to be living quarters! Move to Leakey and make a living! $315,000.14.65 acres with incredible views from the 2BR/2B home, with sunroom, Wrap-a-round porch, city water, open floor plan with lots of privacy! $265,000.4.9 acres on the Frio River, good elevated building sites, electricity close! $85,000.1BR/1B rock cabin on 29.95, well, elec, and septic, amazing views. $300,000..4 of an acre with access to one mile Frio, all utilities. $25,000. 1.18 acres, access to 1 mile Frio River and 130 acres! All utilities in place, great views! $89,000.Cozy cabin on 6 acres, access to lake, creek, deep swimming hole. $129,000.1 acre near Garner, access to Frio River, water hookup available. $52,900.Two adjacent lots with access to the Frio River! $45,000. Each8.09 acres, with well, mixed terrain $109,080. Adjacent 22.6 acres $203,400. Owner financing available!

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It is our policy to furnish a home owners warranty for every property that we market and that qualifies. This would include owner occupied single family residences. It takes the worry away from owners and buyers. If you are a seller, any covered item that needs repair during the term of the listing will be repaired. If you are a buyer, any covered item that needs repair for up to 12 months after closing will be repaired. We furnish the policy, not you. So, if you are considering selling your property, list with us and let us take the worry away from you. Call for details.

NEW LISITNG 5 acres in Rancho Real with 350 feet of river frontage, county road frontage, $149,900.NEW LISTING Lower Frio Estates, 2 bedroom one bath cottage on river front tract, $134,900NEW LISTING Here is your chance to own a 3 bedroom 3.5 bath home on the banks of the Frio River. Like new and over 2 acres of beautiful land area. One of the largest homes you’ll find on the Frio. $569,000NEW LISTING! Deer Creek lot with 5.31 restricted acres $64,500.NEW LISTING 4 bedroom\four bath home in Frio River Ranch on 10.66 acres. $169,000.NEW LISTING La Hacienda, Four bedroom three bath home on the Sabinal River. Established income producing property. Ten acres of land on a permanent water hole on the river. $499,000.NEW LISTING Like New 4 bedroom home with a pool on 10 acres in close proximity to Garner State Park. Beautiful long views from hillside location. This one has it all. $469,000.Con Can on Bear Creek. 3 bdrm 2 bth with bonus room, approx. 2,000 square feet, and large covered porches, large detached garage/workshop. Great week end home or nightly rental near 7 bluffs. $459,500.Cadillac Farms, 244 ac located 2 miles west of Leakey. A little bit of everything, fields, mtns, old ranch house, rustic barn. Fronts on FM 337 with Patterson Creek forming the southern boundary. Abundant wildlife. Call for details.CANYON OAKS! New construction, 4 bdrm 2 1⁄2 bth home with excellent views and river access. Great income producing potential. $279,900CANYON OAKS Three bedroom, 3 1⁄2 bath home on River Road. Income producing. Reduced to $299,000CON CAN RANCH 3 bdrm 2 bth manufactured home on 36.67 acres. Located in back of ranch adjoining a large ranch. Ideal hunting property in great location. $71,900DEVILS CANYON 25 acres with blacktop frontage west of Leakey .Price reduced to $125,000FAIRVIEW RANCH Nearly 20 acres with 3 bdrm 2 bth manufactured home and 2 bdrm 2 bth cabin., large metal building. Turn key living and hunting. Call for details.FRIO PECAN FARM managed rental with 2b/2ba, covered porch, beautiful Pecan grove, wildlife, price reduced to $160,000.PRICE REDUCED 3 bedroom 3 bth home on river front lot in Frio Pecan Farm. Like new condition with huge deck overlooking the river. Great income potential. Price reduced to $335,000. This property is a great income producer.FRIO RIVER PLACE Beautiful 1.93 acre building site, heavily wooded. Quiet location. $109,500.FRIO RIVER RANCH A beautiful hill country home sitting on the bank of the Frio River. Three bedrooms with 2 1⁄2 baths, high ceilings, open floor plan. All this plus a detached 2 bedroom, 2 bath cabin with approximately 148 feet of frontage along the east bank of the river. Close to town, yet private. Great income potential, only $469,900.FRIO TERRITORY This five acre building site on the Frio River is waiting for you. Huge cypress trees line this blue water hole that is teeming with fish. Fronts on Highway

83 and the Frio River, private, yet close to town. Good restrictions, beautiful building site overlooking the river. $329,000MOUNTAIN VALLEY Now you can own a 4 bedroom 3 bath home with great income potential in the heart of Concan. House is named Southern Comfort, and can be yours for only $349,000OAKMONT VILLAGE 2.21 acres of heavily wooded building site located just of FM 1120. $49,000OAKMONT VILLAGE 3 bedrooms and 2 baths with a bonus room for only $135,000RANCHO REAL 23 acres with highway frontage, great views, $49,900.RANCHO REAL Secluded 15 acres with hunting cabin. 4 wheel drive required. $47,000RANCHO REAL River frontage with 22 1⁄2 acres for only $70,000.RANCHO REAL The perfect hunting tract. 36.7 acres adjoining a large ranch. $71,900.RIVERTREE Beautiful residential building sites ranging in price from $99,900 to $109,950.SPICEWOOD SPRINGS Riverfront home on 3.7 acres in Spicewood Springs. Access to over a mile of Frio River. Four bedroom, three bath, 2 story home sitting on bank of river with a wraparound porch. $429,500.SPRING HILL- PRICE REDUCED.3.2 acres. Beautiful lot in a gated subdv, city wtr, List Price $64,500SPRING HILL 3.52 acres with a beautiful view overlooking Leakey. City water, Price reduced to $69,500THE RIDGE-Experience the Texas hill country at its finest w/ private access to your own beautiful Frio River park w/BBQ pavilion. Underground utilities, free roaming wildlife, hiking, biking & much more! This restricted subdivision offers great building sites for your dream home, retirement or vacation get-away. B&B allowed. Call for a showing or take a drive out 4 mi. south on RR 1120. Prices start $87,500THE RIDGE New construction, 3 bedroom 3 bth, with 2 fireplaces and outdoor kitchen, walking distance to river. Nestled under huge live oaks. Call for a showing todayTHE RIDGE The Bungalow 40 will sleep up to 25 persons. The perfect place to get away with an in ground pool, outdoor kitchen, and a river park. Established income producer with a great upside. $425,000.TIERRA LINDA SUBDIVISION, Con Can. Prime residential building site for only $50,000.TWIN FORKS Two tree covered lots with owner financing available. $32,500 for one, or both for $59,900.TWIN FORKS Like new double wide in Twin Forks, 3 bedroom 2 bth with approx. 1,848 sf, 2 carport, stg building, huge covered deck to enjoy your coffee. Only $99,500. Call today for a showing.COMMERCIAL OPPORTUNITY. 5 income producing cabins on approx. 7 acres with room for more! $375,000.COMMERCIAL OPPORTUNITY. Turnkey restaurant available on Highway 83. Ready to go. Price reduced to $145,000. Call for details.COMMERCIAL OPPORTUNITY, the historic Frio Canyon Theatre in downtown Leakey, Great location. $149,500.

Dub Suttle GRI, Broker - MEMBER: SAN ANTONIO BOARD OF REALTORS; UVALDE BOARD OF REALTORS; KERRVILLE BOARD OF REALTORS; AND THE DEL RIO BOARD OF REALTORS. We get maximum exposure for your property.Call us if you don’t see what you are looking for here. We have numerous other properties that we would be more than glad to help you with. Or better yet, come by for a visit. The coffee pot is always on.

Kathy Suttle GRI, – Broker Michael Rushing – Associate Carrie Chisum – Associate Fred McNiel GRI, - Associate

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VINNY’S Pizzahiring all positions apply in person

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Thoughweareseparatedbyamountainwewillnotbeseparatedasapeople!

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VOTE GARY OVERBAY REAL COUNTY JUDGE

Page 14 Hill Country Herald Wednesday, February 26, 2014

EARLY VOTING FOR 2014 PRIMAY ELECTION:

MAIN POLL- FEBRUARY 18TH THRU FEBRUARY 28TH – 8AM TO

5-PM AT THE COURTROOM, REAL COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 101

SOUTH MARKET ST. LEAKEY, TEXAS

BRANCH POLL – FEBRUARY 18TH; 20TH; 25ND; 27TH – 2PM TO 6PM -

COUNTY HOUSE, 107 E. 5TH STREET, CAMP WOOD, TEXAS

BRANCH POLL – FEBRUARY 22ND – 10AM TO 2PM - GARVEN STORE,

27304 N US HIGHWAY 83, MOUNTAIN HOME, TEXAS 78058

HATS IN THE RING by Billie Franklin

US Senator Michael “Fjet” Fjetland Kesha Rogers Harry Kim David M. Alameel Maxey Marie Scherr US Representative, District 23 Pete P. Gallego Governor Wendy R. Davis Reynaldo “Ray” Madrigal Leiutenant Governor Leticia Van de Putte Attorney General Sam Houston Comptroller of Public Accounts Mike Collier Cimmissioner of the General Land Office John Cook Commissioner of Agriculture Richard “Kinky” Friedman Hugh Asa Fitzsimons III Jim Hogan Railroad Commissioner Steve Brown Dale Henry

Chief Justice, Supreme Court William Moody Justice Supreme Court, Place 6 Lawrence Edward Meyers Justice Supreme Court, Place 7 Gina Benavides Judge, Court of Criminal Appeals, Place 3 John Granberg State Representative, District 80 Tracy O. King Chief Justice, 4th Court of Appeals District 4 Irene Rios County Judge Bill Mitchell District Clerk Christina Juarez Ovalle County Clerk Ramona “Mona” Esquivel Hobbs Donna M. Williams County Treasurer Joni Deorsam County Chairman W. Patrick Dodson

UVALDE COUNTYRepublican PartyDemocratic Party

US Senator John Cornyn Curt Cleaver Linda Vega Steve Stockman Reid Reasor Chris Mapp Ken Cope Dwayne Stovall US Representative, District 23 Francisco “Quinco” Canseco Robert Lowry Will Hurd Governor Lisa Fritsch Miriam Martinez Greg Abbott SECEDE Kilgore Lieutenant Governor David Dewhurst Jerry Patterson Todd Staples Dan Patrick Attorney General Ken Paxton Barry Smitherman Dan Branch Comptroller of Public Accounts

Debra Medina Raul Torres Harvey Hilderbran Glen Hegar Commissioner of the General Land Office George P. Bush David Watts Commissioner of Agriculture Joe Cotten Eric Opiela J Allen Carnes Tommy Merritt Sid Miller Railroad Commissioner Malachi Boyuls Wayne Christian Ryan Sitton Becky Berger Chief Justice, Supreme Court Robert Talton Nathan Hecht Justice, Supreme Court, Place 6 Joe Pool Jeff Brown Justice, Supreme Court, Place 7 Jeff Boyd

Justice, Supreme Court, Place 8 Phil Johnson Sharon McCally Judge, Court of Criminal Appeals, Place 3 Bert Richardson Barbara Walther Judge, Court of Criminal Appeals, Place 4 Richard Dean Davis Jani Jo Wood Kevin Patrick Yeary Judge, Court of Criminal Appeals, Place 9 W. C. “Bud” Kirkendall David Newell Chief Justice, 4th Court of Appeals, District 4 Sandee Bryan Marion County Clerk Joyce Altgelt Justice of the Peace, Precinct No. 2 Bobby G. McIntosh County Chairman Maggie Gunn

Photo ID requiredfor Texas Voters

You must now present one of the following forms of photo ID when voting in person:

• Texas driver license issued by the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS)

• Texas Election Identification Certificate issued by DPS

• Texas personal identification card issued by DPS

• Texas concealed handgun license issued by DPS

• United States military identification card containing your photograph

• United States citizenship certificate containing your photograph

• United States passportWith the exception of the U.S. citizenship certificate, the identification must be current or have expired no more than 60 days before being presented for voter qualification at the polling place.

Exemptions - Voters with a disability may apply with the county voter registrar for a permanent exemption. The

application must contain written documentation from either the U.S. Social Security Administration evidencing he or

she has been determined to have a disability, or from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs evidencing a disability

rating of at least 50 percent. In addition, the applicant must state that he or she has no valid form of photo identification.

Those who obtain a disability exemption will be allowed to vote by presenting a voter registration certificate reflecting the

exemption. Please contact your voter registrar for more details.

Voters who have a consistent religious objection to being photographed and voters who do not have any valid form of

photo identification as a result of certain natural disasters as declared by the President of the United States or the Texas

Governor, may vote a provisional ballot, appear at the voter registrar’s office within six (6) calendar days after election

day, and sign an affidavit swearing to the religious objection or natural disaster, in order for your ballot to be counted.

Please contact your county voter registrar for more details.

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AW13-8 Prescribed by Secretary of State • Section 62.016, Texas Election Code • 08/2013Here’s a look at the candidates running in contested races in the Democratic and Republican primaries on March 4. U.S. Senate - Republicans: John Cornyn (i), Ken Cope, Chris Mapp, Curt Cleaver, Reid Reasor, Steve Stockman, Dwayne Stovall, Linda Vega. Democrats: David M. Alameel, Harry Kim, Keesha Rogers, Maxey Marie Scherr, Michael “Fjet” Fjetland.

U.S. House - District 21 - Republicans: Lamar Smith (i), Michael J. Smith, Matt McCall.

Texas statewide races - Governor - Republicans: Greg Abbott, Lisa Fritsch, SECEDE Kilgore, Miriam Martinez. Democrats: Wendy R. Davis, Reynaldo “Ray” Madrigal. Lieutenant governor - Republicans: David Dewhurst (i), Dan Patrick, Jerry Patterson, Todd Staples. Attorney general - Republicans: Dan Branch, Ken Paxton, Barry Smitherman. Comptroller of Public Accounts - Republicans: Glenn Hegar, Harvey Hilderbran, Debra Medina, Raul Torres. Land commissioner - Republicans: George P. Bush, David Watts. Agriculture Commissioner - Republicans: J. Allen Carnes, Joe Cotten, Tommy Merritt, Sid Miller, Eric Opiela. Democrats: Richard “Kinky” Friedman, Hugh Asa Fitzsimons III, Jim Hogan. Railroad Commissioner - Republicans: Becky Berger, Malachi Boyuls, Wayne Christian, Ryan Sitton. Democrats: Steve Brown, Dale Henry. Supreme Court Chief Justice - Republicans: Nathan Hecht (i), Robert Talton. Supreme Court Justice, Place 6 - Republicans: Jeff Brown (i), Joe Pool. Supreme Court Justice, Place 7 - Republicans: Jeff Boyd.Supreme Court Justice, Place 8 - Republicans: Phil Johnson (i), Sharon McCally. Court of Criminal Appeals Justice, Place 3 - Republicans: Bert Richardson, Barbara Walther. Court of Criminal Appeals Justice, Place 4 - Republicans: Richard Dean Davis, Jani Jo Wood, Kevin Patrick Yeary. Court of Criminal Appeals Justice, Place 9 - Republicans: David Newell, W.C. “Bud” Kirkendall.

Texas legislative races, Real County - State representative, District 53 - Republicans: Rob Henneke, Tink Nathan, Andrew S. Murr, Wayne Ramsay, Karren Harris.Chief Justice, 4th Court of Appeals District: Republican - Sandee Bryan Marion.

Real County races - County Judge- Republicans: Garry Merritt, Gary E. OverbayDistrict and County Clerk - Republican: Bella A. RubioCounty Treasurer - Republican: Mairi GrayJustice of the Peace, Precincts No. 1 & 2 - Republicans: Ricci Pendley, Dianne RogersJustice of the Peace, Precincts No. 3, 4, 6 & 7 - Republicans: Juan Daniel “JD” Martinez, Mark T. CarlileCounty Commissioner Precinct No. 2 - Republicans: Robert Bryan Shackelford, Kevin ChisumCounty Commissioner Precinct No. 4 - Republican: Joe Connell, Sr., Rudy GonzalezRepublican Party County Chairman - Jackie Dowdy

Referendums Democratic Party nonbinding referendums: Urging Congress to pass immigration reform and raise the federal minimum wage, and encourage state lawmakers to accept federal funds to expand Medicaid and pass nondiscrimination legislation. Republican Party nonbinding referendums: Texans should be free to express religious freedoms, including prayer in public places; Texans should expand Second Amendment rights by approving more locations for concealed-handgun license holders to carry their weapons; Texans should abolish the state franchise tax; Texans who receive public assistance should be subject to random drug tests; all elected officials and their staffs should be subject to the same rules and laws as other Texans; and the Affordable Care Act, also known as “Obamacare,” should be repealed.

Real County March 2014 Primary

Wednesday, February 26, 2014 Hill Country Herald Page 15

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