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Vol. 9 No. 20

INSIDE Nueces Canyon High School Class of 2018 Commencement ........................... Page 2

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Real County Historical Commission Meeting

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NEW COUNCIL MEMBER SWORN IN FOR CITY OF LEAKEY

by Julie Becker

At Monday’s Leakey City Council meeting, following the canvass of the May 5, 2018 General Election, new council member Martin Martinez was sworn in to office. Mayor Harry Schneemann and council member Hazel Pendley were also sworn into office.

Next on the agenda was appointment of Mayor Pro Tem. Council member Frankie DeLeon nominated Council member Ken Auld. Auld declined the nomination stating “I’m not always available.” Following some discussion, Hazel Pendley was nominated and an unanimous vote secured the appointment.

Minutes and operating statements were approved with little discussion. Bills were paid. Discussion of placing a Speed Bump on East 3rd Street was turned over to local businessman Charlie Reagor by Schneemann. Reagor presented the council with a petition signed by approximately 31 residents of 3rd street, stating they DID NOT want a speed bump.

Reagor mentioned the potential damage to vehicles as one reason for the objection to the speed bump. Council member Pendley stated she has had several near miss accidents along with the potential physical injury of speeding vehicles

along the roadway. Council member Martinez stated that the placement of a speed bump on one street would set a precedence for the entire city. He went on to say “If you put one there, everyone in Leakey will come to us wanting one on their street.” Reagor also brought up to the council the lowering of the speed limit on the roadway, stating he believed there must be a study completed before a speed limit can be reduced. Mayor Schneemann stated he was unaware the speed limit had been reduced. City secretary Dee Dee Wally informed the Mayor the 25 MPH signs had been replaced with 15 MPH signs. Council member Roel Gonzalez questioned the sign replacement without council approval. Council member DeLeon motioned to NOT have a speed bump placed and to replace the signs to the original 25 MPH. Motion passed. The last agenda item read Discuss and/or Act on Water Line Upgrade on 1st Street ($8,198) and Cedar Hill Alley. ($17,977.50) Wally stated the auditors requested that the item be addressed during the council meeting, so as to appear in the minutes. The bid was given to Hoover Construction. Motion approved. With no further business the meeting was adjourned.

New Councilmember Martin Martinez

Leakey ISD Seniors Awarded Over $350,000 in Scholarships

By Pat Sewell, Counselor

May 10th was Senior Awards Night and Leakey ISD Seniors were awarded over $350,000 in scholarships.

With the cost of a four-year degree approaching $100,000 at public universities, scholarships play a vital role in allowing and encouraging students to attend college without amassing large amounts of student debt.

Businesses, individuals, and organizations in the Leakey area provided over $190,000 of the scholarships with the remainder from the state, universities, and regional charitable organizations.

In addition, Real County residents, Jesse & Betty Luxton, have been instrumental in bringing more scholarships to the students of Leakey ISD. They began granting scholarships to Leakey ISD graduates in 1999. The first year they gave two scholarships worth $4,000 each.

As the years passed additional providers contributed to their efforts to provide scholarships for local students.

Since 1999, the Luxtons and their partners have awarded $1,339,000 in scholarships to 136 Leakey students.

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JUST FOR GRINS

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UPDATE ON RIVER STUDY ............................ Page 11

Uvalde-area Plaintiffs in Water Dispute Against Edwards Aquifer Authority Sharpen Focus of Lawsuit ............................ Page 7

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INDEX Legals/Jail Register ... . Page 3Community News ......... Page 4-6 Feature Story ................ Page 7 Community Events.........Page 8-9 Obituaries ...................... Page 10 Classifieds ..................... Page 14

Today’s Weather

High: 92° Low: 66°

Biology Study: We finished collecting fish, invertebrate, habitat, water quality, and periphyton data for the entire 26 mile study area in April. Our next steps will be to process samples and analyze data to determine if we see any differences in the habitat and biological community longitudinally and if those differences correlate to sand and gravel permitted areas. If we detect significant differences we will follow up with more intensive sampling on a select number of sites. The riparian

Bull’s Eye Evaluations are almost completed, and should be wrapped up by the end of May. Bald Cypress Study:

by Melissa Parker, River Conservation Program Leader, TPWD

Our Texas Forest Service study partners have kayaked the study area to get an overall perspective on Bald Cypress for refinement of their study parameters. At this time, parameters they are considering for their study include: diameter at breast height (dbh), height, canopy widths, distance from the main stream channel edge, azimuths and distance to reference trees or monuments.

They plan to collect GPS coordinates, take photographs, and make a simple damage and health (insects, diseases,

Real County Coffers Over 2 Million The Treasurer’s Report from Monday’s Commissioner’s Court meeting reads: Total Balance of Cash Accounts $2,271,442.63. With invoices due of $93,822.44 and Restricted Funds of $293545.21 Total funds available are $1,884,074.98. This is not including the Emergency Reserves of $1,086.859.75.

Several items on the agenda related to spending the funds for taxpayer services. Commissioner Ramon Ybarra brought to the Court a request to purchase a CAT roller. Ybarra stated the

county has secured a substantial amount of road material this past year and is in need of the roller to properly work the road material and county roadways.

After some discussion Commissioner Manuel Rubio stated he thought it would be better brought up for the purchase during budget hearings. Sam Peters from Holt CAT services presented several purchase arrangements. To no avail, Commissioners took no action. Ybarra then requested the purchase of pickups for Road Hands for Pct. 1&2 and 3&4.

etc.) assessment. From the age and size measurements, average growth rates will be calculated. They will be seeking locations along the river for data collection, which many of you have already generously granted permission.

However, they won’t enter onto your property without notifying you first, so you may be hearing from them or me in the near future if they need access to your property. Age (through increment core sampling) won’t be done without your permission in any instance. continued page 7

by Julie Becker

Discussion regarding vehicles that could be purchase in the Fort Worth area through an auction stalled out, again Commissioner’s took no action.

Next up was Real County Sheriff Nathan T. Johnson. Sheriff Johnson requested the court approve a new performance/ training compensation for Deputy Sheriff and Contract Peace Officers. With six levels, starting at $37k for level one and $43k for level six. Johnson explained to the court his desire to have advancement abilities within his Depart-

ment. Johnson stated he did not feel it was fair for an officer straight out of the academy to earn the same salary as a seasoned officer. He based the salary level advancements on officers work history, and continued training to secure Texas Commission on Law Enforcement certifications. He also stated other critical skills and training would be taken into consideration when moving an officer up in the compensation scale. Again Commissioners stated it would be better addressed during budget. No action.

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Nueces Canyon High School Class of 2018 Commencement Date of Graduation: Friday, May 25, 2018 @ 7:30pm Place: Bobby Wayne Hatley Gymnasium Nueces Canyon High School 200 Taylor Street Barksdale, Texas 78828

Micah Vernor

Number of Graduates: 16 Superintendent: Kristi Powers Principal: Luci Harmon Valedictorian: Micah Vernor Valedictorian’s Parents: Mr. Carroll and Mrs. Dee Vernor of Barksdale Salutatorian: Amanda White

Salutatorian’s Parents: Saundra Martin of Camp Wood Johnny White of Camp Wood & Mark McDaniel of San Antonio Commencement Speakers: Micah Vernor

Amanda White Connor Kehl Hayli Karnes Honors Graduates : Micah Vernor Amanda White Connor Kehl Hayli Karnes

Mia Chavez Nicole Delarosa Victoria Carabajal NCHS 2017 Graduates: Kimberly Aguero Caroline Boyle Tabetha Boyle Victoria Carabajal

Mia Chavez Nicole DeLaRosa Nataliah DeLeon Lauren Gruver Jacob Harmon Hayli Karnes Connor Kehl William Martinez

Britney Pannell Megan Sifuentes Micah Vernor Amanda White

Kimberly Aguero

Caroline Boyle

Tabetha Boyle

Victoria Carabajal

Mia Chavez

Nicole DeLaRosa

Nataliah DeLeon

Lauren Gruver

Jacob Harmon

Hayli Karnes

Connor Kehl

William Martinez

Britney Pannell

Megan Sifuentes

Amanda White

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JAIL REGISTER

Real County Sheriff’s Office Weekly Dispatch Report

Barnett,Rohde Brooke, 35 W/F, San Antonio, Texas, A/O Constable Kevin Chisum, Driving while intoxicated BAC >= 0.15 A/D 5/11/2018, $4,000 Surety Bond

May 6 - May 12, 2018

May 6 - May 12, 2018

Real County Law Officers Nathan T. Johnson, Sheriff Steven Castro, Deputy Sheriff Mark Cox, Deputy Sheriff Teddy Douthit, Deputy Sheriff Jonathan Ortiz, Deputy Sheriff Kevin Chisum, Real County Constable

Corporal Jake Sanchez, DPS Highway Patrol Alexander Robertson, DPS Highway Patrol Clint Graham, TPWD Game Warden

A/D - ARREST DATE A/O - ARRESTING OFFICER

Disclaimer: All print and other visual media is for informational purposes only. This information is considered public information under the Freedom of Information Act and the Public Records Act. Any indication of an arrest is not intended to imply or infer that such individual has been convicted of a crime. All persons are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

05/6/2018 @ • 1550 responded to Ranch Road 335 north of Vance for a motor vehicle accident • 1930 responded to a residence on East 4th Street in Camp Wood to assist the public 05/7/2018 @ • 839 responded to a residence on East San Antonio Street in Camp Wood to unlock a vehicle • 1236 responded to the intersection of US Highway 83 and TX Highway 41 for a motor vehicle accident • 1828 responded to Middleton Drive in Leakey for a motor vehicle accident • 2242 responded to The Historic Leakey Inn for a disturbance call 05/8/2018 @ • 1138 responded to a residence on East 7th Street in Leakey for a civil dispute 05/9/2018 @ • 2009 responded to Lindbergh Park in Camp Wood for a wellness check

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2134 responded to TX Highway 55 north of Camp Wood for a stranded motorist 2238 responded to a residence on East 6th Street in Camp Wood for an agency assist NCEMS 05/10/2018 @ 1103 responded to a residence on Bluff Creek Road north of Leakey for a report of a break-in 05/11/2018 @ 2128 responded to US Highway 83 north of Leakey for an agency assist Kerr County Sheriff’s Office 05/12/2018 @ 648 responded to a residence on Burditt Ranch Road north of Leakey for a burglary alarm 2319 responded to a residence on US Highway 83 in Leakey for suspicious activity

REAL COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE WANTED PERSONS AND FUGITIVES

DETAINER LIST McMahan, Khristy Anne, 49 W/F, Theft of Property => $100 <$750 Theft of Property => $100 <$750 5/9/2017, Texas Department of Criminal Justice Pitcher, John Truman, 43 W/M, Bond Forfeiture - Burglary of Habitation, Bond Forfeiture - Bail Jumping and Failure to Appear - Bond Forfeiture - Terrorist Threat10/20/2017, Dearborn County Jail, IN Hosmer, Jonathan 44 W/M, Violation of Probation Unauthorized Use of a Motor Vehicle 3/6/2018 Medina County Jail, TX Fritsch, Tiffannie Cherie, 34 W/F, Violation of Probation Forgery, 4/16/2018, Texas Depeartment of Corrections Mendoza, Eduardo Carreon, 22 W/M, Violation of Probation Escape, 4/16/2018, Texas Depeartment of Corrections, Violation of Probation - Burglary of a Building of CT1 Theft of Property >1500<2000 CT2 4/16/2018, Texas Depeartment of Corrections

Isaaks, Kiersten, 22 W/F, Violation of Probation - Poss.

CS PG1 < 1 Gram, 4/17/2018, Travis County Jail, TX Lewis, Kenneth, 34 W/M, Violation of Probation - False Report to Peace Officer, 4/20/2018 San Jacinto County Adams, Cameron 19 W/M Bail Jumping and Failure to Appear 5/11/2018 Jefferson County Jail, TX

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The Real County Sheriff’s Office has numerous felony, misdemeanor, and capias warrants and we are actively seeking to apprehend all persons wanted by the various courts within our jurisdiction. The wanted individuals highlighted below are six individuals we have highlighted for this week’s “FUGITIVE SECTION”. We need your help to apprehend these subjects and hold them responsible for criminal acts committed in our community. If you know where these subjects are please call the Real County Sheriff’s Office at 830-232-5201. If you ARE one of these subjects or know you have outstanding warrants…. TURN YOURSELF IN AT ONCE.

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Estrellita “Star” Falcon DOB 01-20-1983 VOP – Theft of property – 1 Warrant

Carlos Martinez DOB 10-10-1997 Bond forfeiture – Harassment 1 Warrant

Lillie Rowan DOB 12-14-1966 Bond Jumping / Failure to Appear - 1 Warrant

Capias Pro-Fine (Subjects CAN MAKE PAYOFF by contacting our office with cash, cashier’s check, or money order)

HOLDING LIST Editor’s Note: This list is provided by Real County Sheriff’s Office, it lists subjects that are being held by Real County in contracted jail facilities awaiting trial

Shannon, Joshua Benjamin Violation of Parole - Injury to a Child Causing Bodily Injury, District, 9/7/2017 Bandera Shannon, Joshua Benjamin Violation of Probation Burglary of a Habitation District, 10/13/2017

Bandera Cortez-Flores, Jesus Unauthorized use of Vehicle District 12/28/2017 Bandera Bunk, Sharon Carol, Poss CS PG 1 > 4G < 200G Sentenced to SAFPF, A/D 3/27/2018

HILL COUNTRY HERALD 337 RR 337 West P.O. Box 822 Leakey, Texas 78873 (830) 232-6294 (830) 433-1424 Published Each Wednesday Julie Becker/Editor/Publisher Billie Franklin, Sabinal Correspondent

Contributing Writers: Elaine Padgett Carnegie Linda Kirkpatrick

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Beverly Fish DOB 03-16-1959 Criminal Trespass – 1Warrant

GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS City of Leakey Mayor: Harry Schneemann Secretary: Dee Dee Wally Office: 830-232-6757 Fax: 830-232-6775 Councilmen: Ken Auld • Roel Gonzalez• Carl Jensen Frankie DeLeon • Hazel Pendley Leakey Volunteer Fire Dept.830-232-4005 Frio Canyon EMS, Inc.830-232-5299 City of Camp Wood Mayor: Jesse Chavez Office: 830-597-2265 Fax: 830-597-5365 email:cityhall@swtexas.net Aldermen: Brianna Taylor • Juan ( Mafy ) Gomez Johnie Wooldridge • Domingo Tobar • Josh Cox Volunteer Fire Dept:830-597-6100 Camp Wood Library: 830-597-3208 Nueces Canyon EMS: 830-597-4200 City of Sabinal Mayor: Charles Story Secretary: Betty Jo Harris Office: 830-988-2218 Councilmembers: Ali Alejandro, Louis “Mando” Landeros, Danny Dean, J. R. Flores, Mike Nuckles, and Andy Schaefer Sabinal Library 830-988-2911 Sabinal Municipal Judge: Anita Herndon 830-988-2630 Justice of the Peace Precinct #2 Bobby G. McIntosh,830- 988-2462 Real County County Judge, W.B. “Sonny” Sansom 830-232-5304 Real County Attorney, Bobby Jack Rushing 830-232-6461 County/District Clerk, D’Ann Green 830-232-5202 Justice of the Peace Dianne Rogers: 830-232-6630 or 830-597-6149 Sheriff, Nathan Johnson 830-232-5201 Real County Constable Kevin Chisum 830-232-5201 Tax Assessor-Collector Donna Brice: 830-232-6210 Treasurer, Mairi Gray 830-232-6627 Chief Appraiser Juan Saucedo 830-232-6248 Real County Public Library 830-232-5199 Camp Wood Public Library 830-597-3208 Real County Commissioners: Precinct #1: Manuel Rubio Pct.#2: Bryan Shackelford Pct. #3:Raymon Ybarra Pct.#4: Joe W. Connell, Sr. Real Edwards Conservation & Reclamation District PO Box 807 . Camp Wood, Texas 78833 (830) 597-3322 office Fax (830) 597-3320 recrd@swtexas.net email Roland Trees, Board President Joel Pigg, General Manager

Lilian Garcia DOB 01-19-1983 No Drivers Lic / No Liability Insurance – 3 Warrants

Justin Martin DOB 12-20-1980 Disorderly Conduct – 1 Warrant

PUBLIC NOTICE Brune Campus-Big Springs Charter School ADMISSIONS AND ENROLLMENT: 830-232-7101

Big Springs Charter School, Brune Campus, offers Open Enrollment. Admission and enrollment of students shall be open to any person between the ages of 5 –26. Total enrollment shall not exceed the maximum number of students approved by the State Board of Education. Brune Campus admission policy prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, national origin, ethnicity, religion, disability, academic, artistic, or athletic ability, or the district the student would otherwise attend.

The school will be open to visits and requests for information from any parent that believes the program would benefit their child.

Brune Campus will serve students regardless of their participation in a residential facility or program. Admission to any residential facility located in the charter school’s designated boundary is not contingent upon the student’s enrollment at the charter school (i.e. student admitted to the residential facility may choose to attend either the local ISD or the charter school).

ADMISSIONS APPLICATION DEADLINE IS FRIDAY, JULY 6, 2018.

Registration requests within the designated geographical boundary for the following school year will be accepted starting the first week of May. New student admissions applicants will each be assigned a lottery number. If the total number of student admissions applications is higher than the capacity of the school, then during the second week of July, a lottery drawing will be conducted to determine the students who will be enrolled for the school year. The lottery drawing will be public and anyone wanting to attend is welcome to do so. The time and place will be announced to the public. If the total number of admissions applicants is not higher than the school capacity, then all students who registered will be automatically accepted for enrollment. Student admission applicants not picked through the lottery will be placed on an enrollment waiting list by August 27, 2018.

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LEAKEY ISD SENIOR SPOTLIGHT

by Kara Guerra

Savannah Mary Strange

Mother: Rhonda Boone Siblings: Jonathan and Randall Boone, Kenneth and Christopher Rotge, and Dee Bort Grandparents: Sandra and Merlin Jenkins Savannah moved Leakey from Robert Lee five years ago. High School Accomplishments: Volleyball, Basketball, Track Regional qualifier two years running, Ozzy the Eagle Cheer Mascot for two years, UIL Regional qualifier for two years, Band for two years, NHS member for two years, One Act Play, and Archery “I plan to attend South West Texas Junior College in Uvalde to study in the medical field and then join the US Navy.”

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“I plan to work towards earning an associates degree in science or criminal justice.”

Abrahm Ferguson

Parents: Galyla and Ray Miller Grandparents: Kimberly and Charles Thomas Abrahm has attended Leakey ISD for the past six years.

High School Accomplishments: Football playoffs “I will be joining the US Marine Corps after graduation.”

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NCHS 2017-2018 Honors

Miss. & Mr. NCHS · Megan Sifuentes & Daunte Flores.

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Most Attractive · Tori Carabajal & Connor Kehl

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Most Popular · Nicole DeLaRosa & William Martinez

Best Citizens · Caroline Boyle & Micah Vernor

Mia Chavez Day at NCCISD

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Monday, March 19 was designated as Mia Chavez Day at Nueces Canyon CISD. Mia is a senior and will graduate with honors on May 25, 2018. Mia is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Josue Chavez.

She plans to attend Southwest Texas Junior College and major in Education.

A video was shown in Mia’s honor and she was presented with a

2018-2019 NCHS Drum Major

By Director Ted Buhrts

congratulations card from the faculty and staff of NCCISD. Mia is currently on the UIL Academic Spelling team and is a member of the National Honor Society.

NCCISD would like to wish Mia the very best as she continues her education!

Caroline Boyle Day at NCCISD

By Superintendent Kristi Powers

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The results for the 2018-2019 Drum Major tryouts are in and the winner is Shelby Pannell. Congratulations to Shelby and to all who competed and I am looking forward to next year’s show called “Movie Blockbusters” featuring music from Jaws, Superman, Star Wars, Harry Potter, and Pirates of the Caribbean.

Monday, April 30 was proclaimed as Caroline Boyle Day at NCCISD. Caroline will graduate on May 25 and plans to attend Southwest Texas Junior College and would like to pursue a career as a veterinarian technician.

Caroline has been a part of the Panther bands that won 2nd and 6th at the UIL State Marching Band Championships and she qualified for state solo and ensemble her junior year. She has been active in FFA and this year serves as Vice-President. She has been on the dairy cattle judging team and the ag mechanics trailer team. Caroline has been part of the Lady Panther track team and was part of last year’s Regional Championship team.

NCCISD would like to congratulate Caroline and wish her the very best with her future plans!

SWTJC Creative Arts Contest Winners

L to R: Kylie Luce, Xzavior Paz, Katy Karnes, Camdyn Childs

By Teacher Bambi Renfro

On Thursday, April 26, 2018 five of Ms. Renfro’s 7th and 8th grade ELA students received honors at the 37th Annual Southwest Texas Junior College Creative Arts Contest. The awards ceremony was held in the Matthews Ballroom on the college campus.

8th graders receiving honors in the Poetry category were: Xzavior Paz-2nd Place, Nyara Martin-3rd Nyara Martin Place, and Kylie Luce-4th Place.

7th grade winners in the 7th and 8th grade Essay category were: Camdyn Childs-1st Place and Katy Karnes-3rd Place.

These students competed against many other competitors from surrounding school districts and we are very proud of them for their writing accomplishments and being chosen as top winners in this contest.

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL THE 2018 GRADUATES! WE WISH YOU THE BEST OF LUCK! NEED A CAKE??? WE HAVE THEM IN STOCK! THANK YOU FOR YOUR BUSINESS & SUPPORT!

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SABINAL HAPPENINGS

by Billie Franklin

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Kyle Miller’s presentation of “Much Ado About Nothing” was well attended last Thursday evening. Parents, grandparents, even great-grandparents were delighted.

This was my granddaughter’s introduction to a live play, and I caught her giggling as she caught some of the performance on video. Refreshments were provided

by Mrs. Stewart’s class, with a plentiful variety of items to chose from. The new lighting equipment was crucial to the story and the stage crew did a great job using the new equipment. It was a delightful evening and all enjoyed the performance. We thank all of you for your hard work and your excellent production.

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Mother’s Day Recital

Students of Jason Schlichting participated in a piano recital on Sunday afternoon at First United Methodist in Uvalde.

Sharon Counselman of Sabinal was one of the students and did a perfect job.

Congratulations to all of his students and best of luck as them as they continue their studies in music.

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The girls softball team won their game and will advance to the semi-finals against Shiner this coming Friday and Saturday.

Kamryn Chapman brought home a Bronze Medal in discus and held Personal Best.

When asking for the results from Ryan Reyes, at press time I have received no response.

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There will be a fundraiser for mission work held at El Progresso Memorial Library on Friday, May 18, at 7 p.m. A special concert of sacred, gospel, opera, and yodeling will be the venue. Salvato’s father, Jerry Fortune, will have a chalk art picture presention. Others in the line-up are Toni Hull, Nathan Lafrenz, and Rene Ford.

There will also be a short presentation on the family’s mission work.

City Council Meets

On Monday evening, the Sabinal City Council met with all aldermen present except Andy Schaefer. The election results were canvassed, certified, and all winners sworn in. There is no change in aldermen nor mayor. Mayor Charles D. Story signed a proclamation for EMS Week to be May 20 through 26. The departments gave

their reports, minutes from April 23 were approved, vehicles will be allowed on the pavilion for unloading and loading, several people were added for City water service, several people spoke in favor of late hours for the new bar all evenings and it was approved. There was no action taken for repair of the emergency siren.

Estimates need to be submitted in order to be approved.

This is just a synopsis of the minutes, but since people are interested in several topics, I thought it pertinent to report on these items.

Central Christian

A special presentation by Larry Trulove about mothers was given. It was followed by red roses gifted to all mothers in the congregation this past Sunday. Most grandchildren and great-grandchildren were tied by Judy Carmichael and Stephanie Sieckines, with eleven each.

This coming Sunday, there will be a meal following the service to honor graduating senior Colleen Casburn, daughter of Cindy and Bo Casburn.

The Wednesday night Bible study will be held at 6:30 p.m. continuing our study of the Book of James.

Church of Christ

Special guests at church this past Sunday were Elmer and Patsy Haller of Brackettville. Patsy is the mother of David Sprott and Martha Schmidt.

The Sunday school lesson, taught by Robert Schmidt, was on “Forgiving yourself, because God has already forgiven you.”

Emmanuel Lutheran

The flowers this past Sunday were given in loving memory of Pauline Kelling by Michael and Donna Kelling. Special guest, Pastor DeHaven, was worship leader.

On Wednesday, May 23, a spaghetti dinner will be hosted by the church for

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graduating high school seniors, beginning at 6:30 p.m.

First Baptist To celebrate Mother’s Day, a gift of the journal, “Be Still and Know” and a pen were presented to the mothers present. Jean Wilmoth provided the music. The flowers were given by brothers Joe and Robert Redus in memory of their mother, Loretta Redus.

This coming Sunday graduates Tre Tristan and Matthew DeLeon will be honored with a meal following the service.

As the church prepares for Vacation Bible School, decorations are appearing on the walls. The theme this year is “Shipwreck -Rescued by Jesus.”

First United Methodist

Frontier Girls and Quest Club #407 meet in the fellowship hall at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday.

The Aldersgave West 2018 Conference, held in Tulsa, Oklahoma, will be August 2-4 at Asbury UMC. It is open to the congregation for those interested in leadership development. Contact Pastor Glenn A. Luhrs at 830-988-2535 or 325374-5258 if interested in attending.

To find information on upcoming events the web address is http: //www.sabinalumc.org/ or Facebook / Sabinal United Methodist Church.

St. Patrick’s Catholic

The doors to the church have been redone and are much easier to close, as well as being very attractive. They are the first impression of the church and as such, are now very inviting to all.

All ladies are invited for a faith-filled weekend with the upcoming Women’s ACTS retreat, hosted by St. John’s in Hondo and Holy Cross in D’Hanis.

Registration forms are at the front of the church. Contact person is Tennille Lessing at 512-692-1730 for more information.

Upcoming raffle and parish celebration will be on July 8 with tickets now on sale.

Maria Banda has them available for sale.

That day, BBQ plate sales will begin at 10: 30 a.m. and the raffle at 1 p.m. A number booths will have different items also for sale. It will be held in the large parish hall. Proceeds go to pay for the church insurance.

Dr. Clay Baulch, Associate Professor of Education Clay Baulch Retires

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Growing up in a family of teachers, Clay Baulch followed an uncommon educational path, dropping out of high school and vowing he would never be an educator.

So, of course he spent many years as a teacher and administrator in public schools and several more years as an instructor at Sul Ross State Univ. Rio Grande College and now plans to retire.

Dr. Baulch grew up in Atlanta, but describes himself as “mostly from Texas.”

Upon ending his high school career, he enrolled at Schreiner in Kerrville when it was a junior college and finished a double major in English and mathematics at Southwest Texas State Univ. (now Texas State) in San Marcos. He started graduate school there, studying applied geography while working for the Regional Council of Governments where he wrote books concerning population estimates.

He quit his grad studies to move to Germany and ran a Domino’s pizza store on an army base, learning German in order to talk to his staff. When he returned to the U.S., he earned alternative certification and taught junior high math in Uvalde.

Although he had never taken an education course, he enrolled in the Master of

Education program at RGC so he could move into administration. He served as principal in La Pryor before moving to east Texas and starting his Ph.D. at Stephen F. Austin State Univ.

The Eagle Scout realized that educational leadership was his passion, and once he had his doctorate, he had no intention

of teaching in higher education. Once again, he changed his mind when Dr. Bill Tindol, a professor in the RGC Education Department, asked him to apply for an open position. Fourteen years and dozens of graduate students later, Dr. Baulch reflected on his RGC career. He estimated that perhaps 75 percent of area principals are his former students and acknowledged feeling a vicarious thrill when he learns of their accomplishments. He also recalled a distressing time when a tornado ripped through the Rosita Valley Elementary School in Eagle Pass where he was overseeing four interns. Baulch helped in the recovery effort, donating items and staying in touch with his interns to assess the school’s needs.

Baulch and his wife Kathryn plan to move to the Olympic Peninsula in Washington where he will pursue his passions for hiking and biking. He also loves baseball and the couple travels extensively. He declared that he is too young to “retire retire,” so this self-avowed “I’ll-never-bea-teacher” teacher plans to return to the classroom.

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Leakey ISD Seniors Awarded Over $350,000 in Scholarships This year, the graduating class received $167,000.

These Leakey ISD Seniors were awarded scholarships as follows: Jolee Cave-$10092 One Year Full State Tuition Scholarship, $12000 Luxton Scholarship, $4000 Adam Hughs, $2500 Bandera Electric Cooperative, $500 Friends of the Frio.

Kaitlyn Wilson- $12000 Luxton Scholarship, $12000 Tim Leech Scholarship, $8000 Suttle-Hallum Scholarship, $1000 Leakey Merchantile Scholarship, $6000 Kent Creek Scholarship, $12,000 Angelo State University Carr Scholarship, $1000 Angelo State University JM Edmonds Scholarship, $8000 HE Butt Family Foundation Employee Scholarship.

Coleman Kerr- $1000 Caddel-Smith Chapter of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas, $94,000 McKenzie Southwestern University Athletic Scholarship, $8000 HE Butt Family Foundation Employee Scholarship.

Sydney Jones-$12000 Luxton Scholarship, $12000 Pete Moore Scholarship, $4000 Luxton Group Scholarship, $500 Booster Club, $1000 Capital Farm Credit, $500 Lions Club Diabetes Scholarship, $1000 Janie Johnson Memorial, $500 Friends of the Frio, $5000 Wylden Hubbard Memorial.

Sydney Carter-$12000 Luxton Scholarship, $2000 Marcos Martinez Scholarship, $500 Booster Club, $1000 Leakey Ex-Student, $1000 Masonic Lodge #622, $300 Road Runner Energy.

Satera Perez-$12000 Luxton Scholarship, $12,000 Rhett Butler Scholarship, $2000 Luxton Group Scholarship, $250 National Honor Society, $6000 Kent Creek Scholarship, $1000 Miss Frio River Chamber of Commerce, $200 SWTJC Tuition Scholarship Real Couny ShowmanshipRabbits, $1500 Hill Country Telephone Cooperative.

Ryan Lopez-$12,000 Luxton Scholarship, $1000 Pioneers Entrepreneur Scholarship, $250 Lions Club Diabetes Scholarship.

Savannah Strange-$500 Uncle Loyd Butler.

Mayito Medina-$6000 Tim Leech Scholarship.

Damian Gonzalez-$6000 Tim Leech Scholarship, $1000 Real County Junior Horse Club, $8000 HE Butt Family Foundation Employee Scholarship.

Serenity Rasco-$1000 Leakey Mercantile, $2000 Marcos Martinez Scholarship Nick Carmona-$6000 Luxton Scholarship, $1000 Leakey Mercantile Scholarship, $8000 HE Butt Family Foundation Employee Scholarship Haden Hart-$12000 Tim Leech Scholarship, $2000 Luxton Group Scholarship.

Chandler Young-$6000 Luxton Scholarship.

We are extremely proud of this year’s class.

All graduated with endorsement honors exceeding the state graduation requirements.

In addition, all seniors are continuing their education beyond high school with certificate programs, 2 year or 4 year degrees or the military. Leakey Eagles, we are proud of you.

UPDATE ON RIVER STUDY Sediment and Hydrology Study: Our study partners from the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) contracted with the University of Texas Bureau of Economic Geology to collect LiDAR for the entire 25+ mile reach, which was completed about a month ago. The deliverables for the LiDAR are contractually due to the TWDB in July. The TWBD plans to have their survey work and sediment sampling completed by July as well. After data collection is complete, the sediment and hydrology model work will begin.

Next Steps: We will send another study update in

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August, after all the data collection is completed. We would like to host a meeting to show our preliminary results and obtain your feedback in early fall, and are tentatively thinking that we could conduct that meeting in late September. Our goal is to complete the study report by December, so we’d like to have another meeting in which we could go over the DRAFT report and obtain another round feedback in early November.

Beyond the goals of this project, the study data will serve as a baseline for a stretch of river that is important to so many of the people of Texas and to our own Garner SP. We have enjoyed being on the beautiful

Frio River and getting to know so many of you during this study. Your commitment to the Frio is greatly appreciated, and we want you to know that we are ready and willing to continue to work with the your community after the study is complete.

We will rely on your feedback for future initiatives (workshops, riparian guidance and plants, technical guidance, etc.) that you would like us to conduct, if any.

We enjoyed seeing many of you while we were out sampling, and would again like to extend a sincere note of thanks to those of you who generously offered us access while conducting data collection.

Uvalde-area Plaintiffs in Water Dispute Against Edwards Aquifer Authority Sharpen Focus of Lawsuit Plaintiffs in the Uvalde-based lawsuit against the Edwards Aquifer Authority (EAA) have amended their filings to better focus on the core issues associated with EAA’s attempts to illegally grab water from the Uvalde County area. The move signals a new focus on court action, following weeks of unsuccessful negotiations.

This week, plaintiffs and intervenors, which include the Uvalde County Underground Water Conservation District (UCUWCD), the City of Uvalde, Uvalde County, and area farmers, amended their suit to remove causes of action related to local farm-to-farm water transfers. This change allows plaintiffs to focus on the core conflict with EAA – illegal rules that allow outside interests to pump 100 percent of landowners’ water elsewhere, leaving local agriculture interests high and dry, and harming future economic development in the region.

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within the County, not harm it. Removing these causes of action from the suit allows us to fully focus on the core issue which harms the region,” said Doug Caroom, lead attorney for the County and City.

“Uvalde County-area plaintiffs’ ultimate goal is to increase local agricultural interests’ options to keep our water rights in the area, and increase opportunities to trade it locally. That is best achieved by shutting down outsiders’ attempts to take the remaining Edwards water rights in Uvalde County for use elsewhere and validating local farm-to-farm water transfers that promote economic development within the County through legislation,” said Celina Romero, lead attorney for the Water District.

The suit was also recently amended to remove the individual EAA board members from the suit in their official capacities to streamline the litigation.

The suit is in reaction to EAA rules, including recent revisions, that allow

outside interests to pump 100 percent of a landowner’s water elsewhere. The rules, which are unsupported by state law, violate the Legislature’s longstanding mandate that a landowner may transfer 50 percent of his or her irrigation water rights but the other 50 percent must remain with the land.

The original suit was filed January 16. Since then, attempts to negotiate a settlement which mutually benefits those in the Uvalde area and across the EAA region have not yielded results, which is why plaintiffs are now refocusing their efforts on the litigation.

The suit asks the court to declare the Edwards Aquifer Authority rules invalid and illegal, and if UCUWCD and other plaintiffs prevail, the move would protect Uvalde County residents’ water rights from being pumped out of the area for use in other regions of the state.

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USDA Designates Three Counties in Texas as Primary Natural Disaster Areas WASHINGTON, May 1, 2018 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has designated Edwards, Kinney and Val Verde counties in Texas as primary natural disaster areas due to losses and damages caused by a recent drought.

Farmers and ranchers in the contiguous counties of Crockett, Kerr, Kimble, Maverick, Real, Sutton, Terrell, Uvalde and Zavala in Texas also qualify for natural disaster assistance.

Qualified farm operators in the designated areas eligible for the Farm Service Agency’s (FSA’s) emergency (EM) loans, provided eligibility requirements are met. Farmers in eligible counties have eight months from the date of the declaration of April 26, 2018, to apply for loans to help cover part of their actual losses. FSA will consider each

loan application on its own merits, taking into account the extent of losses, security available and repayment ability. FSA has a variety of programs, in addition to the EM loan program, to help eligible farmers recover from the impacts of this disaster.

Other FSA programs that can provide assistance, but do not require a disaster

declaration, include: Operating and Farm Ownership Loans; the Emergency Conservation Program; Livestock Forage Disaster Program; Livestock Indemnity Program; Emergency Assistance for Livestock, Honeybees and Farm-Raised Fish Program; and the Tree Assistance Program. Interested farmers may contact their local USDA service centers for further information on eligibility requirements and application procedures for these and other programs. Additional information is also available online at http://disaster.fsa.usda.gov.

FSA news releases are available on FSA’s website at www.fsa.usda.gov via the “Newsroom” link.

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Mary Kay Windham, Broker 664 S US Hwy. 83 Leakey, Texas 830-232-4408 office 830-374-7901 cell SEE MORE LISTINGS AND PICTURES AT WWW.HIGHPLACESREALTY.COM

#001 NEW LISTING 2BR/2B single wide home with built on large family room, attached two car garage, large deck, screened porch, workshop and access to two Frio River park areas! Great home with wonderful memories waiting for you to make yours! $119,000. #010 LISTING 5.21 acres with frontage on spring fed creek that has been dammed to form a small lake, electricity, advanced water system, septic in place, and shed. Room to hunt as well! $148,690. #005 NEW LISTING 3.20 acres one mile west of Leakey in gated Spring Hill. All flat usable land with long views to the east. Paved roads, availability of city water and underground electricity plus several large Oak trees for good building sites! $65,000. #013 NEW LISTING 27.17 UNRESTRICTED acres, a couple of miles east of Leakey, all usable land, tastefully furnished 1BR/1B cabin with two lofts and all the modern conveniences, rv, barns and sheds, fenced and cross fenced, seasonal creek. Great views! $315,000. CONTRACT PENDING! #002 1.37 acres with over 307 feet of Hwy. 83 frontage in town. Large trees for shade, water well, city water meter, fenced on two sides, no restrictions, great commercial lot! $142,000. #009 5.12 acres west of town in Roaring Springs. Hill top with great long views and access to 50 acres of spring fed creek, waterfalls, deep swimming hole and lake! $54,000. #008 3BR/2B home on quiet street near school. It is on a large lot with nice shade trees, open and covered decks, carport and outbuildings. There is a bonus room that would be perfect for an office or possibly another bedroom. $135,000. CONTRACT PENDING #003 10 acres south of Leakey in Rio Frio, gated, gently rolling terrain, huge Pecan and Oak trees, seasonal creek, unfinished metal cabin on slab with covered front porch, underground electricity to cabin. REDUCED $134,900. #011 1.02 acres in Concan, with access to the Frio River, paved roads, and central water system. Set your cabin here and enjoy long beautiful views with the potential for rental income! $55,000. #021 2.73 acres with access to the Frio River, paved roads, central water system, an area for rv hookups with restrooms, all behind a locked gate. This is one of the largest lots in Frio River Place and backs up to a large ranch for great views and privacy! Priced to sell at $99,000. #001 Comfy 2BR/2B log home with guest house, workshop and shed on three manicured lots in Twin Forks.

Access to two gorgeous Frio River park areas! SOLD! #005 5.32 acres, west of Leakey off of John Buchanan Rd. Hilly terrain provides long views to the south and east, county road frontage with electricity at the road and fenced on one side with entrance gate. Ag exemption in place for low taxes! MAJOR REDUCTION, BEST PRICED LOT IN SHADY OAKS! SOLD! #007 6.37 acres, in The Ranch, beautiful gated development south of Concan, with paved roads, underground electricity, and access to gorgeous Frio River park area with deep blue water and pavilion for picnics. Under wildlife exemption you will see large herds of exotics free roaming and you will enjoy low taxes! $136,955. #012 3 city lots with approximately .8 of an acre, electricity, septic, and 2 city water meters in place. Lots of potential, either residential or commercial with Hwy. 83 frontage! SOLD! #004 1.29 acres of prime commercial property located on Hwy. 83 and across the highway from busy Stripes convenient store! Completely fenced with city water meter and tons of oaks trees you will have endless potential on this one! Leakey is growing and this is the best time to purchase before prices rise! REDUCED!!! $175,000.

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Real County Historical Commission Meeting Featured Speaker Virginia Wood Davis The May 19, Saturday, Real County Historical Commission meeting will be at the Real County Senior Citizens Center 474 West Ranch Road 337 Leakey, TX 78873 at 2: 00 p.m.

Our guest speaker is Virginia Wood Davis. Virginia is the Archivist for the El Progresso Library in Uvalde that provides archival facilities, known as the Virginia Wood Davis Archives, for a tencounty area including Edwards,

Real, Val Verde, Kinney, Medina, Frio, Zavala, Maverick, Dimmit, and La Salle Counties. The archives include documents, manuscripts, photographs, and materials about the surrounding region’s families, businesses, and organizations.

Virginia will be sharing information about Jerome Napoleon Bonaparte, Jr. (1830–1893), the son of Jerome Napoleon and Susan May (Williams) Bonaparte. He was the grandson of Jerome Bonaparte, the younger

brother of the Emperor Napoleon I of France. He graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point, eleventh in his class and was assigned to duty at Fort Inge in Uvalde County.

Please join us as we continue learning about the distinguished history of our local area. Everyone is welcome to attend, and refreshments will be served. Please share with family and friends, and invite them to attend. Hope to see you there.

SWTJC awards over 600 degrees in 71st commencement ceremony For the second year in a row, the SWTJC commencement was divided up into two ceremonies.

On Friday night (May 11), Applied Sciences graduates had their ceremony, while Liberal Arts graduates had their ceremony on Saturday (May 12) at the Uvalde Honey Bowl.

A total of 635 graduates participated, 289 for liberal arts and 346 for applied sciences. Taking part in the ceremonies were December 2017, May 2018 graduates, and August 2018 candidates for graduation.

Cecilia Coronado Reavis of Uvalde, delivered the invocation during Friday night’s ceremony, while Samantha Aguilera, also of Uvalde, gave Saturday’s invocation.

SWTJC 2015 Graduate Ruth Alcantar of Uvalde led the singing of The National Anthem for both ceremonies.

Hector Gonzales, Ph.D., SWTJC President, congratulated the graduates and welcomed the family and friends.

Gonzales went on to tell the graduates not to let anyone discount their junior college education.

“Never let anybody discount your junior college education,” said Gonzales. “We have produced doctors, lawyers, college presidents, legislators, professors and that’s just to name a few.”

Gonzales went on to share a success story of a student who called him on the Friday morning of graduation. The former

student thanked him and also informed him that she was receiving her doctorate in pharmacy from the University of Wyoming that evening. According to Gonzales, the student had already secured employment with a veterans hospital.

“Isn’t that amazing? Just five years ago she left our campus, and now she is graduating with a doctorate in pharmacy,” Gonzales said.

Derek Sandoval, vice president of administrative services, introduced college trustees and honored guests.

SWTJC Vice President for Academic Affairs Mark Underwood, Ph.D., introduced Friday and Saturday’s keynote speakers, which were Tracy King, Texas House of Representative for District 80 on Friday and Judith Canales, former Texas State Executive Director for the USDA Farm Service Agency on Saturday.

SWTJC trustees including Dr. Harry Watkins, Tony Moreno, Elena Lara, Dr. Antonio Rivera, Victor Lopez and Anita Shackelford all took part in the presentation of degrees and certificates.

Following the ceremonies, graduates and their families were treated to a light reception hosted by the college at the Uvalde Honey Bowl.

Graduates interested in purchasing their graduation photo can do so at www.carpenterpics.com.

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WANT A NEW SADDLE? COME RIDE WITH US AND WIN ONE! REAL COUNTY JUNIOR HORSE CLUB

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HOMES Property 01: 159 Laurel St. 3/2.5/2car Beautiful, spacious rock home on 1.86 ac. w/nice workshop. Lovely neighborhood. $320,000 REDUCED Property 09: 5BD/4BA/2HB home on the Frio! 2.72 ac. lot w/~247’ of river frontage. 230 Skippin Stone Ln. Rental OK. $1,900,000 Property 11: 157 Spring Branch in Twin Forks is a super nice 3BD/2BA home on TWO LOTS! Gorgeous Frio River access! $229,000 Property 13: 28 ac. w/cute 1BD/1BA cabin and creek frontage in Rancho Real. 631 Riemer Rd. $190,000 Property 21: Highly desired location on CR350! 5+ (TBS) unrestricted acres with FRIO RIVER FRONTAGE! Older home. $430,000 Property 24:Cute 3/2 brick home in town. Easy walk to shops, restaurants, library and the Frio! Circle drive + carport. $129,500 Property 25: HEARTSTONE! 4bd/4ba APPRX. 2800 sq. ft. Circle drive, pool & views! Directly across from river access. $765,000 Property 30: 469 Kahn Rd., Rio Frio in Deer Creek. Private 2BD/2BA on 5+ acres! Rock/cedar home, covered porch. $260,000 SOLD Property 33: HEARTSTONE! 2.68 ac lot w/~290’ of FRIO frontage! 5BD/5BA/2HB. Outdoor kitchen, infinity pool! $1,300,000 SOLD NEW Property 45: 2BD/2BA riverfront home on 2.3 ac. No HOA; rentals ok. Large covered porch. 655 Old Rocksprings Rd. $179,000 NEW Property 46: 625 Old Rocksprings Rd. 2BD/2BA energy efficient home on 2.95 acs. Rentals OK! $179,000 NEW Property 47: 8484 RR 336 River frontage, gorgeous views and large, tastefully updated brick home w/pool on 53 ac. $799,000 Property 78: 4BD/3BA home on nearly one ac. 179 Roy Chisum Rd. No restrictions! 500’ of private river access! $299,000 SOLD

(NOTE NEW START TIME 7:30PM FOR ROPING - LEADLINE STARTS AT 8PM) June 7th Signup/Points Please plan on attending for sign ups this night. All riders must provide a negative coggins for each horse present.

June 14th Points/Ribbons June 21st Points/Rodeo Queen Contest June 28th Ribbons/Points July 5th will be Grand Entry Practice. NO PLAYDAY. July 12th Ribbons/Points July 19th Points July 26th Points - AWARDS ceremony.

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LOTS Property 14: 1+ acre lot in Canyon Oaks—Concan. Hilltop/views + gorgeous river access park. Water/elec. avail. Rentals OK. $49,000 Property 8: Three adjacent 7+ acre lots located in Rio Frio. Beautiful & flat bottomland with large oaks. $89,000 each or $250,000 all Property 19: 15 acres with seasonal creek. Remote yet civilized! Views in every direction. Easy access & electricity available. $142,000 Property 20: Your choice of three Canyon Oaks lots! Each 1 ac. w/water & elec. avail. Frio River Park for owners! $43,900 & $46,900each Property 21: Highly desired location on CR350! 5+ (TBS) unrestricted acres with FRIO RIVER FRONTAGE! Older home. $430,000 Property 22: LAST ONE! Nice 1 ac. Lot in Tierra Linda in Concan. Popular rental area. $75,000 FIRM Property 28: 5 (5ac.) tracts north of Leakey to choose from! Remote & heavily wooded. Rancho Real. $33,500 to $44,500 (river view) Property 34: 7+ ac. lot in R-N-R Ranch—Rio Frio, TX. Beautiful oaks, well/septic in place but need to be verified/tested. $107,700 REDUCED Property 35: 5.16 ac. just west of Leakey. Gated, city water, paved roads, underground electric. See Old Baldy from here! $69,900 REDUCED Property 37: Lot 35 in Valley Vista features gorgeous westerly views, all utilities, and use of community pool & clubhouse! $50,000 Property 43: 8+ acs. w/gorgeous oaks and great bldg. sites. Electricity available. AG VALUATION = LOW taxes!! Shady Oaks Subdv. $77,045 Property 52: 5+ ac West of Leakey. Fronts on John Buchanan Rd. Bldg. site faces east and is ready to go! $52,500 Property 53: Lot 82, 7.7 acres in Canyon Oaks Unit 4. Water & elec available. Great views & river access! Addtl. Acreage avail. $149,000 Property 55: Lot 84, 11 acres in Canyon Oaks Unit 4. Water & elec available. Great views & river access! Addtl. Acreage avail. $109,000 Property 56: Lot 85A, 6 acres in Canyon Oaks Unit 4. Water & elec available. Great views & river access! Addtl. Acreage avail. $98,000

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ACREAGE Property 2: 73.41 ac. west of Leakey. Fronts on county road. Water well & Electricity. Not in a subdivision. $299,500 Property 07: 15 acres in Concan w/Hwy. 127 frontage. Small hunter’s cabin. No utilities but elec. is close. $103,569 SOLD Property 8: Three adjacent 7+ acre lots located in Rio Frio. Beautiful & flat bottomland with large oaks. $89,000 each or $250,000 all Property 10: 31.05 acres. Just off Hwy. 41 in far NW Real County. Fairview Ranch. Neat little hunting place! $99,360 Property 12: 5+ ac north of Leakey w/2400 sq. ft. metal bldg. Hwy. frontage. Some elevation for great views. $179,000 REDUCED Property 15: 6.5 acres in Concan with over 500’ of frontage on Hwy. 83! Nice & flat w/oaks. NO restrictions! $199,000 Property 16: 36 acres in Spring Country Ranch. Wooded w/deep draws & dry creek. ~1 mile from spring fed pond/park area. $101,920 Property 17: 33 acres in Spring Country Ranch. 4x4 required. Borders large ranch to the south. No utilities! $84,125 Property 18: 10 acres w/larger neighbors on Hwy. 55 about 10 mi. south of Rocksprings. Beautiful bldg.. sites.

Property 19: 15 acres with seasonal creek. Remote yet civilized! Views in every direction. Easy access & electricity available. $142,000 Property 21: Highly desired location on CR350! 5+ (TBS) unrestricted acres with FRIO RIVER FRONTAGE! $430,000 Property 23: Remote yet easy access + ag val. make this 40 ac. a real find! Old camp house w/elec. Off 41W approx. 8 miles. $99,000 Property 27: TPW Ranch is a 400 acre hunting and recreational property w/Hwy. 337 frontage. $3,500 per acre SOLD! Property 29 : 170 acs. +/- WILL DIVIDE Hwy. 337W frontage. Views for miles! $3900 per acre REDUCED Property 40: 17.6 acres w/Frio frontage! Close to Leakey. Several building sites. Electricity nearby. $230,000 Property 44: Secluded 15 ac. in Spring Country Ranch. 4x4 required & no utilities. Rough it here! Access to spring fed pond. $47,280 Property 49: 9+ ac. 3 miles north or Leakey. Ag. valuation, water/elec. available, fenced 2 sides. Views & oak trees! $112,000REDUCED Property 51: 37.23 acres. w/Hwy. 41 frontage. Fairview Ranch. Water well & electricity. Addtl. acreage available. $137,751

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COMMERCIAL Property 3-6: 1+ ac. Commercial lots Concan. Frontage on US HWY 83. All utilities available. MAKE OFFER!!! $139,000-$149,000 Property 15: 6.5 acres in Concan with over 500’ of frontage on Hwy. 83! Nice & flat w/oaks. NO restrictions! $199,000 Property 21: Highly desired location on CR350! 5+ (TBS) unrestricted acres with FRIO RIVER FRONTAGE! Older home. $430,000 Property 36: Riverstone Vacation Cabins! 13.9 acres w/500’ of Frio river frontage. 5 cabins + main home. $775,000 REDUCED

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O B I T U A R I E S James (Jim) Henderson Bennett

Jerome Francis Sr.

Rebecca G. Rodriguez

(September 15, 1939 - May 12, 2018)

(January 15, 1948 - May 14, 2018) Jerome Francis Sr. of Camp Wood, Texas passed away Monday, May 14, 2018, at his home. He was born in Columbus, Ohio on January 15, 1948, to Charles Henry Francis and Bettie Jane Carter Francis. Services are pending at this time and will be announced once they become available. Arrangements are under the personal care of Nelson Funeral Home of Camp Wood, Texas.

Edker Lee Brackett

(September 28, 1932 - May 13, 2018) Edker Lee Brackett of Camp wood, Texas passed away Sunday, May 13, 2018, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Raymondville, Missouri on September 28, 1932, to John Wesley Brackett and Rosetta Elaine Morgan Brackett. No services will be held at this time. Arrangements are under the personal care of Nelson Funeral Home of Camp Wood, Texas.

The family invites you to leave a condolence at www.nelsonfuner alhomes.net A full obituary will be in next week’s paper.

James (Jim) Henderson Bennett of Leakey, Texas passed from this life to be with his Lord on Saturday, May 12, 2018 in Kerrville, Texas. He was a faithful member of the Concan Church of Christ.

Jim was born in Groesbeck, Texas on September 15, 1939 to Lynn J and Wilma Marguerite Bennett. He is preceded in death by his parents and his sister Jeanette. Jim married Linda Perry, his high school sweetheart, on August 19, 1961. He is survived by his wife, his daughter Melissa and her husband Bill Green, and his son Jimmy and his wife Julie. Jim is survived by five grandchildren: Brent and Amanda Green and Kailey, Rebecca and Charly Bennett. He loved his family dearly, and they loved him dearly. He had a smile and a laugh that would light up a room. Jim graduated from Uvalde High School in 1958 and from Texas State University in 1962 with a degree in chemistry. He began his working career at the Coca Cola Bottling Company in San Antonio where he was in Quality Control. In 1980, he was transferred to Temple, Texas as Vice-President of Operations until 1987. The company then transferred him to Cuero, Texas to head the syrup production plant. He retired in 2000 to Leakey, Texas where he and Linda built their home on the beautiful Frio River. Jim loved to do woodworking and stained glass. His family and friends treasure all of the projects that he has made for them. He designed and built the pulpit among other things for the Concan church. He was truly gifted with many talents. Pallbearers are Jimmy Bennett, Brent Green, Bill Green, Jim Jackson, Chip Browning and Alan Babcock. Visitation will be Friday, May 18 from 4:00 P.M. to 7 P.M.at Nelson’s Funeral Home in Leakey. Services will be held at the Concan Church of Christ in Concan on Saturday, May 19, 2018 at 1:00 P.M. followed by the graveside service at the Leakey Floral Cemetery in Leakey. Officiant will be James Taylor of Leakey. The family request memorials in Jim’s honor are given to the Leakey EMS, P.O. Box 803, Leakey, Texas 78833. Arrangements are under the personal care of Nelson Funeral Home of Leakey, Texas. The family invites you to leave a condolence at www.nelsonfuneralho mes.net

(August 21, 1980 - May 10, 2018) Rebecca G. Rodriguez of Knippa passed away on May 10, 2018 at her residence at the age of 37. She was born in Uvalde on August 21, 1980 to Alberto Rodriguez and Adelina Gonzalez.

She is survived by her parents Adelina Sanchez and husband, Alifonso of Kerrville; father, Alberto Rodriguez of Knippa; husband, Jessie Joe Aguilar of Knippa; daughter, Reba Jo Rodriguez of Knippa; son, Amado Uriel Hernandez of Knippa; sister, Victoria Rodriguez and husband, Oscar Casarez of Uvalde; brother, Alberto Rodriguez and wife, Elizabeth of Alice; and nephew, Ezekiel Casarez. She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Mr.& Mrs. Remigo and Esperanza Gonzalez and Mr. & Mrs. Ascencion and Catarina Rodriguez. A funeral service will be held on Sunday, May 13, 2018 at 5:00 p.m. at Rushing-EstesKnowles Mortuary.

Cremation is under the direction of Rushing-Estes-Knowles Mortuary.

WE ARE THE CARETAKER OF OUR THOUGHTS I read a book years ago by Dr. Norman Vincent Peale called, “The amazing results of positive thinking” and I recommend it as an inspiration and encouragement to your spiritual life. He explains that our mind is filled with all types of thoughts and persuasions but everyone is held accountable to manage them. We have the ability to resist and ignore the negative influences that hinder our life and to also embrace the suggestions that are positive and encouraging. I remember after studying about this principle, I had an interesting dream. I do not always place a lot of credibility in dreams because sometimes I think they are related with late-night pizza binges, but on the other hand, the Bible reveals that some dreams have been used a legitimate way that God can communicate. Anyway, here was my dream.

I found myself on a dusty construction site and as I looked around, I noticed workers with shovels and they were busy digging up small trees and bushes. Some were driving trucks and others were using chainsaws and in the distance,

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I noticed a bulldozer was pushing over large trees. They were obviously clearing the land but I was not sure for what reason. I approached one of the workers and asked who was in charge but he just kept walking. For some reason, I sensed in the dream that Jesus was overseeing this operation and so I started searching for him.

I was expecting any moment to see him in a white tunic, sandals, and hard-hat, but I never did. Finally, I saw a man that was writing on a clipboard and he appeared to be a supervisor. I went over to him and said, “excuse me, sir, can you tell me where to find the project manager?”

As he started walking away he turned his head and calmly said, “you are.” This is the last thing I remember.

There is an old rhyme that says, “Your mind is a garden, your thoughts are seeds, you can grow flowers or you can grow weeds.” This may sound silly, but in relation to our subject, it makes perfect sense to consider that we are the gardener and caretaker of our own mind.

We may not want to admit it, but our spiritual

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Worship 10:45 a.m.

Evening 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday Service and Youth 6:30 p.m.

Leakey Church of Christ One Block N of Courthouse Leakey, TX 78873 830.232.6933 Sunday School: 10:00am Come and Worship: 10:45am

Evening: 6:00pm Wednesday: 7:00pm

Concan Church of Christ Hwy 83 Concan 830.232.4058 Ministers: Paul Goodnight and Ray Melton Sunday School: 10:00am Com and Worship: 11:00am Evening: 6:00pm Wednesday: 7:00pm Concan Baptist Mission Hwy 83 Concan, TX Worship: 9:30am Sunday School: 10:30am Evening Worship: 6:00pm Wednesday Bible Study: 6:00pm Pastor Ron Lowery Cowboy Church in the Nueces River Canyon HWY 55 N @ Angel Wings Cafe’ PO Box 158 Barksdale, TX 78828 (830) 234-3180 or 2345170 5th Sunday 6:30 pm and Every Tuesday @ 6:30 pm United Methodist Church

by William F. Holland Jr., DD., C.ED.D. Minister/Chaplain

journey was never intended to be a carefree experience but rather to fulfill a destiny of specific meaning and purpose. Since it’s been established that what we think is directly associated with how we feel along with what we say and do, we can agree that whatever has taken root and is growing in our mind is having a huge impact on who we are.

As the wind and the birds distribute seeds upon the earth, likewise the voices and experiences of this life are deposited within our soul. Each of us is vulnerable to this natural process, however, in the light of free-will, we have been given the authority and responsibility to choose what we think about. There is an interesting scripture found in Romans chapter 12 that refers to our mental accountability, as Paul declares in verse one that we should present our lives as a living and holy sacrifice which God expects us to do. Verse 2 continues about how this can be accomplished. “And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that you might prove what is

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that good, and acceptable, and perfect will of God.” The idea here is that we must awaken and realize as Proverbs 23:7 so clearly declares, “As a man thinks in his heart – so is he.” When we understand that managing our mind is a crucial priority within our Christian walk, we should be motivated to take more responsibility to develop a stronger mental clarity. But, if we choose to live in a default mode that allows anything to take root in our mind, we are more likely to become overwhelmed with fear, sadness, chaos, and discouragement. Recognizing this spiritual reality and becoming determined to pray and work toward our mental transformation, will help us stay sensitive to His still small voice. We will never become what God has called us to be until the desire to change becomes greater than the desire to remain the same.

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Wednesday, May 16, 2018

Hill Country Herald Page 11

JUST FOR GRINS

by John Kerr, Director of Foundation Camps jkerr@hebuttcamp.org

Stuff Just Happens to Me! The poet, Robert Frost, wrote; “Two roads diverged in a wood, and I- I took the one less traveled by, and that has made all the difference.” If I was Robert Frost, I would have written; “Two roads diverged in a wood, and I- I took the one less traveled by, and then I got lost, fell in a river, got snake-bit, attacked by a grizzly, and barely escaped the deliverance guy!” That’s because stuff just happens to me. You’ve heard of Murphy’s Law which states that anything that can go wrong will go wrong haven’t you? Well that precept was written about guys like me.

For example, I was watching the Aggies play football on a brilliant fall Saturday evening last November. I was minding my own bees wax when all of a sudden, a crash came from the window in the TV room. After tossing my chips and soda all over myself, I discovered that a young white-tail buck deer was trying to get into the room. Actually, he saw his reflection in the glass, and was trying to fight with himself, but to me it looked like he wanted to watch the game. He might as well have just knocked on the door, and asked me politely if he could come in and catch the game, but deer are rude creatures, especially during the rutting season.

I don’t even try to get myself into these situations. They just happen is all, and nothing surprises me anymore. Out here at camp I’ve had deer crashing through windows, saved baby sheep on the sides of cliffs, chased by hogs- these experiences are just part of my life, and I must continue to live with them.

And, it’s not all related to wildlife. Just last week I dropped my phone into a commode while trying to plunge it. Hope that image doesn’t ruin your lunch, but it’s just another example of murphy’s law in my daily existence. However, it was a bizarre episode with my cats that confirmed this personal phenomenon.

One of my job duties out here in the canyon is to keep control over the feral cat population. For whatever reason, we always have to deal with stray cats that decide to live around the camps.

This is not a good thing, because campers want to get close to them, and since they are not vaccinated, they can carry diseases.

Therefore, I have to remove them. Sorry if that is unnerving to you sensitive readers, but it’s just the reality of life on a ranch.

If you let them hang around, they turn into lots of cats, and that just won’t do for the safety of our guests. I try to be humane as possible, but it is not easy to catch them when they’ve been

living wild.

Recently, we had a big tomcat hanging around my residence, and his coloring was exactly the same as one of our domestic cats that we keep around for rodent control. In fact, the only time you could really distinguish the two apart is when they were close to each other. This big old tom was driving me crazy.

He’d beat up on my cats at night, ate our cat food, and generally caused nuisance around the house. I finally decided that the time had come to take him out, and on a day when the kids were at school, and I was the only one home, I spotted him in the brush close to our yard. I loaded my gun, crept around the corner of the house, took careful aim, and squeezed the trigger.

Now I don’t mind saying that I am generally an accurate shot, and therefore, I was surprised to see him jump straight in the air, and then take off running to the left. I waited for a few seconds to see if I could get another shot, and oddly enough, he came back running to the right, pausing just long enough for me to finish him off. However, he still would not go down, and took off through the tangles running to the right. I was fairly certain that I had not missed my mark, and as I replayed scenario in my mind, an alarming thought came to me… I JUST SHOT MY OWN CAT! A brief search of the area yielded no trace of the critters, and I somberly waited for my wife to come home so I could tell her the bad news. Needless to say, she was not happy with me, and we spent the rest of the evening looking for “Tiny,” our beloved cat- all to no avail.

You can imagine our surprise then when, shockingly, Tiny showed up two nights later. We discovered that indeed, she had taken a bullet which passed through her armpit, and over the next few weeks, we nursed her back to full recovery.

You can imagine our surprise again then when, shockingly, the big tomcat showed up one month later. We discovered that indeed, he had taken a bullet which passed through his armpit!

Happily, cats have nine lives, and Tiny is doing fine a year later.

Don’t know what happened to the other one, but at least he didn’t come around much after that, and I have been forgiven by the family for the whole fiasco. I only use the story now as proof to illustrate this strange phenomenon in my life.

Stuff just happens to me.

NATIONAL EMS WEEK May 20-26, 2018, is the 44th annual National EMS Week. In 1974, President Gerald Ford authorized EMS Week to celebrate EMS practitioners and the important work they do in our nation’s communities. NAEMT partners with the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) to lead annual EMS Week activities. Together, NAEMT and ACEP are working to ensure that the important contributions of EMS practitioners in safeguarding the health, safety and wellbeing of their communities are fully celebrated and recognized.

EMS Week brings together local communities and medical personnel to honor the dedication of those who provide the dayto-day lifesaving services of medicine’s “front line.” Whether celebrated with a company cookout or a catered lunch; an open house, an awards ceremony or even quiet reflection about what it means to be an EMS practitioner, EMS Week is the perfect time to recognize EMS and all that its practitioners do for our nation.

Ways To Celebrate EMS Practitioners Feed your team’s soul with lunch (or

breakfast or dinner)!

Order pizzas, host a pancake breakfast or cater a lunch or dinner for each shift.

Bring in a food truck, or host a cookout for employees and their families. You might need to host your event on two separate days to make sure everyone has a change to attend. Take photos and share them with your team!

Give out goody bags and other swag Seek out donated gifts from local businesses like movie passes and other area favorites. Remind local businesses that EMS is there 24-7 to keep the community safe and healthy, and their donation would mean a lot to hardworking crews. You can also order commemorative baseball caps, T-shirts, pins, duffel bags, mugs, pens and key chains to show appreciation to your staff.

Say thank you Your EMS organization might not have much in the way of EMS Week budget.

So make your celebration a potluck, and don’t underestimate the power of a heartfelt “thank you.”

TIPS FROM TAYLOR

by Taylor J Kovar - Kovar Capital

Tax Preparation Tips for Next Year?

Hey Taylor - I filed my taxes last month and like every year, I didn’t do enough prep work and I think I paid more than I probably should have. I want to do better next year so I’m asking way in advance - what are some things I should be on the lookout for?

– Blair Hey Blair - You’re doing the right thing in looking ahead to next year. Taking care of taxes at the last minute never works as well as preparing ahead of time.

With a good strategy, you can lower what you’ll pay when you file while also reducing the taxes taken from each paycheck. If you make a focused effort now, you’ll definitely see the benefits at the beginning of 2019.

1. Increase your retirement investment. Whether you have a 401(k) or an IRA, putting more money into that account can help

with your tax situation.

Without earning less, you’ll reduce your taxable income and save money over the course of the year. You’ll also put more into your retirement account, which is always a fun thing to do.

2. Donate things you don’t need.

Lots of the stuff in your basement or attic won’t sell at a garage sale.

However, those same items can be given to charitable organizations and secondhand stores in exchange for a receipt that you can use when it comes time to file your taxes. If you own a business and have desks or computers you no longer need, you might be able to make a sizeable donation.

People often overlook this option, thinking the work isn’t worth the reward; if you find enough stuff to give away, it’s not too hard to save yourself a few hundred dollars when the IRS comes to collect.

3. Adjust your W-4. If you’re content with your paycheck all year round and then end up owing too much when it comes time to file, a simple adjustment might make all the difference. Having your employer withhold more during the course of the year means you get more back when you complete your tax return.

Meanwhile, if you get a big return each April but have trouble covering your bills during the other 11 months, you might want to reduce the withholding and keep a little more of those wages.

This is the simplest option for changing your tax situation, and yet it’s one of the most commonly overlooked.

In addition to these points, make sure you diligently track the rest of your spending throughout the year. Keep a mileage log, research the business write-offs frequently used by people in your field, keep record of your expenses, and

make sure you keep receipts for all the big purchases you make throughout the year. The more detailed your recording, the more money you can keep in your pocket. Good luck, Blair!

Disclosure: Information presented is for educational purposes only and is not an offer or solicitation for the sale or purchase of any specific securities, investments, or investment strategies.

Investments involve risk and, unless otherwise stated, are not guaranteed. Be sure to first consult with a qualified financial adviser and/or tax professional before implementing any strategy discussed herein. Past performance is not indicative of future performance. To submit a question to be answered in this column, please send it via email to Question@TaylorKovar.com, or via regular mail to Lessons on Wealth, 106 E Lufkin Ave., Lufkin, TX 75901.

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Wednesday, May 16, 2018

PIONEER REAL ESTATE

Shirley Shandley, Broker 698 Highway 83 South * Office 830-232-6422

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GRANNY’S KITCHEN BACK TO BASICS.... R A N D O M I love my random file and as you know, I occasionally get into it This week for Back to Basics I am pulling recipes from my random file…Everything from classic fruit salad and pineapple upside down cake to spoonbread. Enjoy!

Caramelized onion soup with sage & cheese toasts 2 Tbsp butter 2 onions, halved and thinly sliced a big pinch sugar 2 1⁄4 cup beef stock 4-6 slices baguette, toasted 1 clove garlic, halved 1⁄2 cup cheddar, grated a few sage leaves, chopped Heat the butter in a pan, add the onions and cook until soft and golden - it will take about 15 minutes. Increase the heat slightly, add the sugar and keep cooking for another 5-10 minutes, until the onion becomes dark golden and caramelized (stir now and again to stop it catching). Add the stock and bring to the boil. Season. Simmer for 10 minutes.

Rub each baguette slice with the garlic. Mix the cheese and sage then spread on the bread. Grill until golden. Ladle the soup into bowls and pile the cheese toasts on top.

FAVORITES

by Elaine Padgett Carnegie

1⁄4 cup chopped toasted pecans (optional) Place greens, chicken, strawberries and goat cheese in a large bowl. Add dressing and toss to coat.

Sprinkle with pecans, if desired. Tip: Look for a store-bought salad dressing that’s low in sodium and added sugar. Or, make your own easy homemade poppy seed dressing.

Spoon Bread

Pineapple Upside-Down Cake

Butter, for the mold 2 cups milk 2/3 cup yellow cornmeal 1 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon sugar 2 tablespoons butter 3 eggs, separated 2 teaspoons baking powder 2-quart soufflé dish or ovenproof baking dish Generously butter the soufflé dish. Preheat the oven to 350° F. In a heavy medium saucepan, scald the milk. Do not let it boil. Combine the cornmeal, salt and sugar, slowly stir into the milk. Add the butter and stir constantly over moderate heat for 10 minutes. Off the heat, stir in the egg yolks and baking powder. Let cool. In a bowl, beat the egg whites with a dash of salt until they form soft peaks. Thoroughly blend about 1⁄2 cup of the egg whites into the cornmeal mixture to lighten it. Gently fold in the remaining egg. Pour the mixture into the buttered mold and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until golden.

Poppy Seed Salad with Chicken

Diabetic Living Magazine-Make over classic BLT sandwiches into low-carb—and companyworthy—salad cups.

3 tablespoons light mayonnaise 1 tablespoon milk 1⁄2 teaspoon finely shredded lemon zest 1 clove garlic, minced 1⁄8 teaspoon black pepper 3 cups chopped romaine lettuce 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved 2 slices turkey bacon, cooked according to package directions and chopped 4 whole-wheat croutons, coarsely crushed In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, milk, lemon zest, garlic, and pepper. Set aside. In four wide 8-ounce glasses or serving dishes, layer half the lettuce, half the tomatoes, and half the bacon. Top with half the mayonnaise mixture. Repeat layers once. Sprinkle with crushed croutons.

Butter for greasing the pan 2 tablespoons sugar 6 slices canned pineapple rings 1/3 cup candied cherries 2/3 cup flour 1⁄2 cup (1 stick) soft butter 1⁄2 cup sugar 2 eggs 1 teaspoon baking powder 1⁄4 teaspoon baking soda 3 tablespoons pineapple juice from the can of pineapple slices Preheat the oven to 400°F. Butter a tarte Tatin tin that is 9 inches wide at the top and 8 inches in diameter at the bottom. Or butter a cast-iron skillet or an 8- or 9inch non-springform cake pan. Sprinkle the 2 tablespoons of sugar over the buttered base, and then arrange the pineapple slices to make a circular pattern as in the picture. Fill each pineapple ring with a candied cherry, and then dot one in each of the spaces in between the rings. Put the flour, butter, sugar, eggs, baking powder, and baking soda into a food processor and run the motor until the batter is smooth. Then pour in the 3 tablespoons of juice to thin it a little. Pour this mixture carefully over the cherry-studded pineapple rings; it will only just cover it, so spread it out gently.

Bake for 30 minutes, then ease a spatula around the edge of the pan, place a plate on top, and with one move, turn it upside down.

In this healthy copycat of a takeout salad favorite we combine precooked (or leftover) chicken and poppy seed dressing with fresh greens, strawberries and goat cheese for an easy throwtogether meal that’s ready in 10 minutes.

By: Joy Howard 4 cups mixed salad greens1 cup diced cooked chicken 4 large strawberries, hulled and sliced 1-ounce goat cheese, crumbled (1⁄4 cup) 3 tablespoons poppy seed dressing (see Tip)

BLT Cups

Fresh Fruit Salad

EatingWell.com, This refreshing fruit salad is a classic combination that will be the favorite at any potluck or cookout. Serve with a creamy yogurt dressing to take this side (or dessert) to the next level.

2 cups diced fresh pineapple 1 pound strawberries, hulled and sliced 1⁄2 pint blackberries, halved 4 ripe kiwis, peeled, halved and sliced 1 cup Yogurt Fruit Salad Dressing (optional) Combine pineapple, strawberries, blackberries and kiwi in a large bowl. Serve with yogurt dressing, if desired.

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MELANIA TRUMP-First lady Melania Trump, 48, underwent an embolization procedure Monday morning at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center to treat a benign kidney condition, according to a statement issued by the White House.

The procedure was successful with no complications. Trump will likely remain in the hospital for the duration of the week, the statement said.

GAZA-Tuesday marks the 70th anniversary of what Palestinians call the Nakba, or Catastrophe, that saw thousands flee amid the creation of Israel in 1948. Tensions will be particularly high in Gaza where funerals for those killed on Monday are due to take place. The violence came as the US opened a controversial embassy in Jerusalem.

The move of the US embassy from Tel Aviv has incensed Palestinians, who claim eastern Jerusalem as the capital of a future Palestinian state.

White House spokesman Raj Shah said: “The responsibility for these tragic deaths rests squarely with Hamas... Hamas is intentionally and cynically provoking this response” MOBIKE-Aside from the convenience of being able to leave it anywhere, dockless bikes are massively cheaper to run than these more familiar dock-based schemes.

A typical London bicycle dock with capacity for 25 bikes, costs about £100,000 to install and maintain, says Mr Pyer.

Dockless bikes are massively cheaper to run than these more familiar dock-based

schemes. Moving the locking and payment technology from the dock to the bicycle means you can deploy them very quickly.

GPS sensors help riders locate available

bikes on a smartphone app and booking and unlocking is done by scanning a QR code or using RFID (radio frequency identification). The onboard tech is

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powered by a battery charged by a dynamo as the cyclist pedals. The success of the bikes in China has attracted investors’ interest. Venture capital investment in dockless bikeshare firms around the world reached $2.6bn (£1.9bn) in 2017, up from $290m in 2016, according to San Francisco business intelligence company Crunchbase. Karan Girotra, a professor at Cornell University’s new graduate program, Cornell Tech, says there is a rush to be first into new markets, with firms betting that “once you get in there, you will acquire customers and drive other competitors out of business.”

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - A Russian company accused by Special Counsel Robert Mueller of funding a propaganda operation to interfere in the 2016 U.S. presidential election is asking a federal judge for access to secret information reviewed by a grand jury before it indicted the firm. Special Counsel Robert Mueller departs after briefing the U.S. House Intelligence Committee on his investigation of potential collusion between Russia and the Trump campaign on Capitol Hill in Washington. In a court filing on Monday, lawyers for Concord Management and Consulting LLC said Mueller had wrongfully accused the company

of a “make-believe crime,” in a political effort by the special counsel to “justify his own existence” by indicting “a Russianany Russian.” They asked the judge for approval to review the instructions provided to the grand jury, saying they believed the case was deficient because Mueller lacked requisite evidence to show the company knowingly and “willfully” violated American laws.

IRAN (Reuters) - U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo spoke to German, French and British counterparts in recent days to discuss cooperation over Iran, a State Department spokeswoman said on Monday a week after U.S. President Donald Trump withdrew from the Iran nuclear deal. “The Secretary underlined that the United States and our European allies share strong interests in

preventing Iran from ever developing a nuclear weapon and in countering the Iranian regime’s destabilizing activities in the region,” spokeswoman Heather Nauert said in a statement. “He is hopeful we can continue strong cooperation,” she added. The White House on Sunday threatened to impose sanctions on European companies that do business with Iran after Trump withdrew the United States from the 2015 accord negotiated by the Obama administration. White House national security adviser John Bolton said on Sunday U.S. sanctions on European companies that maintain business dealings with Iran were “possible” although Pompeo has remained hopeful Washington and its allies could strike a new nuclear deal with Tehran. So far, China, France, Russia, Britain, Germany and Iran remain in the accord, which placed controls on Iran’s nuclear program and led to a relaxation of economic sanctions against Iran and companies doing business there.

‘Last Man Standing’ renewed by Fox; Tim Allen ‘excited’ for Season 7 Don’t call it a comeback.

“Last Man Standing” was resurrected at Fox for Season 7 on Friday after ABC canceled the popular show.

The news comes after Allen teased a possible reboot of his series on social media a few days ago.

The show’s original cast, including Tim Allen, Nancy Travis, Jonathan Adams, Amanda Fuller, Christoph Sanders and Jordan Masterson, will also return.

“Excited?” asked Allen in a statement sent to Fox News.

“Team LMS was in the sixth inning, ahead by four runs, stands were packed and then for no reason, they call off the game. It leaves you sitting in the dugout, holding a bat and puzzled. Now we get the news from Fox that it’s time to get back out on that diamond – hell yes, I’m excited!

“When I heard the offer to create more episodes of ‘Last Man Standing,’ I did a fist pump so hard I threw my back out. It’s the fans! I could not be more grateful for the fans who wrote petitions and kept up the passion and incredible support for the show.

“And a fist pump, ouch, for Dana Walden and Gary Newman at Fox

for not only listening to the fans but for making the bold move to bring ‘Last Man Standing’ back.

I’m sure audiences will be curious to see what we look like after all these years. Oh, has it only been one year? Well, just goes to show you – a lot can happen in a year.”

“Last Man Standing” tells the story of a married father of three who tries to maintain his manliness in a world often dominated by women.

Gary Newman and Dana Walden, chairmen and CEOs of Fox Television Group, said the decision to bring back the series was a no-brainer. “’Last Man Standing’ ended too soon and the outcry from the fans has been deafening,” they shared. “We’ve wanted to put the show back together since its final taping a year ago, and Tim never gave up hope either. Thanks to its millions of devoted viewers and the irrepressible Tim Allen, we haven’t seen the last of ‘Last Man Standing.’”

“Last Man Standing” averaged 8.3 million viewers in Live + 7 ratings for the 2016-17 season on ABC. It was the network’s second most-watched comedy, after “Modern Family.”

However, ABC canceled the

sitcom in May 2016 despite its high ratings. Many speculated at the time that the network axed the series over its politics — a rumor that ABC vehemently denied at the time.

After ABC’s success with the reboot of “Roseanne,” which features a pro-Trump character, calls for the network to bring back “Last Man Standing” were revived.

Allen, a conservative himself who has voiced his support for Trump, played Mike Baxter, who is also politically conservative on the show.

The 64-year-old told Fox News in August that he was overwhelmed by the support of his fans.

“The support from all the fans to bring back ‘Last Man Standing’ is truly overwhelming to me and so appreciated,” Allen told Fox News exclusively. “I, along with the talented writers, wonderful crew and terrific actors, would definitely entertain the idea of bringing the show back as there is so much gas left in the tank, more to be said, and laughs to be had.”

“Last Man Standing” is expected to return sometime in the 2018-19 season.

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REAL COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Hiring Housekeepers To clean Cabins and laundry attendant Full time Please call 830-2325400 Help Wanted Chicken Earl’s Leakey, Texas $8/ hr. on Tues. & Fridays Various Job duties call 210-827-7655 Cleaning Personnel Needed: Now hiring housekeepers for the upcoming summer season to clean cabins. Must be dependable, responsible, and have your own means of transportation. All cleaning supplies will be provided. Please email resume to whisk eymountaininn@gmail.com or call (830)232-6797.

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Wanted: FORKLIFT OPERATOR to move drums in and out of warehouse. Some warehouse paper work and product marking may be required. Must be able to work with office people in English. Will train. Apply in person at Texarome – 1585 E. Ranch Road 337 (Bi-lingual Spanish/English useful).

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REAL COUNTY NUTRITION CENTER IS ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF DELIVERY DRIVER No experience is required, applicant must have a High School Diploma or Equivalent and a clear criminal history. Applications may be picked up at the Real County Judge’s Office from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday – Friday.

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Big Springs Charter School is now seeking to hire a full time Communication Liason for the 20182019 school year, training to begin immediately upon hire. An application can be found on our school website or you can apply within. For more information about the position and the starting salary please contact Dr. Carmen Boatright at (830)-232-7101.

NEW LISTINGS

Come see this beautiful home on 5 acres in the Ridge! Great open floor plan, three bedrooms three baths with outstanding views of the Frio Canyon. High ceilings, top of the line appliances and counter tops, outdoor kitchen area with inground pool and hot tub. The home is surrounded by huge Oaks that give it a high degree of privacy, yet with an astounding view. This property is not currently in a rental pool, but it could be if you want it too. This one is too beautiful for words, you must see it, so call us today! We can make it happen. $689,900 PENDING!!!! 80 acres with FM 336 frontage 5 miles north of Leakey, featuring a beautiful home nestled under huge Oaks, two cabins, a 1200 sf workshop with full bath, a livestock barn, and a fenced garden area. All this and an abundance of wildlife. Come see it today!!

Great buy in Twin Forks! Two-bedroom, two bath home with over 2,200 square feet of heated and cooled area, bright sunroom, high ceilings, huge fireplace, all this with access to two of the most beautiful river parks on the Frio River. Only $255,000.

PENDING!!! Rustic river front cabin on 5 acres in Rancho Real. Beautiful view of the river from your front yard.

Enjoy the great outdoors in your covered cabana with an outdoor kitchen, and listen to the sound of a waterfall right beneath you. Very private location. $225,000

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Come look at this beautiful like new stone veneer 4 bedroom 4 1⁄2 bath home in the Frio Pecan Farm with over 800 sf of covered patios along with an inground pool and a firepit. This property will pay for itself as it has been grossing $60,000 annually. Just a short walk to the Frio River. $469,000 Income Producing property on Nueces River. Arrowhead Lodge with 7 rental units and an office, located on 6.955 acres in a quiet setting. Great place for family reunions, weddings, or just weekend getaways. Beautiful river front setting and close to town. $585,000.

Cabin #9 in Frio Pecan Farm. Great Income producing property. Two bed-room 2 bath cabin fully furnished and with all the amenities offered by the Pecan Farm for only $155,000 Established Auto Parts Store located in the heart of Leakey. Well established, great business in a great location. $259,000 plus inventory!

Price Reduced!! Like new office building on the south side of town, where all the new development is happening.

Great frontage and visibility from Highway 83. A rock fireplace in the reception area adds to the rustic ambience.

Sit outside in the morning and drink coffee on the huge covered front porch. Possible owner financing at $225,000.

OAKRIDGE LODGE AND CABIN located in the RIDGE. The main lodge features over 4300 feet of centrally heated and cooled area that is configured to sleep up to 30 guests. The property also features a detached cabin that sleeps an additional 10 guests. This is the best income producer in the Frio Canyon. An in ground pool and outdoor fireplace adds to the ambience, or relax on the upper deck and watch the sun go down. This property commands approximately $1,000 per night and is on track for 100 nights this year. This is the investment you’ve been looking for. Call today for a showing.

Like new retail building located along Highway 83, close to Stripes with great visibility and easy access. Has a history of successful operations. This is the first building on the left that you see when you enter Leakey from the south. Over 2,000 sf of building area situated on a highly visible one-acre tract on Highway 83. $275,000.

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39. Cozy corner 40. Set up 42. Flora and fauna 43. Nigerian monetary unit 44. A short coat 45. Heroic tales 47. Lad 48. Indian dress 49. Resembling snoring 56. Curtail 57. Ancient marketplaces 58. Medical professional 59. Rectal 60. Relating to urine 61. Master of ceremonies 62. Headquarters 63. Fail to win 64. Russian emperors

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270 acres on Highway 83, approximately 2 miles south of Leakey. Two homes, barns, pens, rolling topography, good highway frontage, close to everything. $1,350,000 2.467 acres located on east prong of the Frio River. Approximately 156 feet of river frontage lined with huge Cypress Trees. Highway 83 frontage makes access easy. Property could be placed in rental pool. $255,000.

Great building site in Frio Canyon Estates, right behind Old Baldy! This subdivision features a beautiful river park for all property owners. One acre for $49,500.

PRICE REDUCED! 14 acres of Cypress lined Mill Creek in close proximity to Lost Maples State Park. Great for gentleman’s estate building along the bank of the creek. Good tillable soil that is perfect for vineyard. Extensive black top frontage with “live” water and excellent topography.

PRICE REDUCED!!! 5-acre tract in the Ridge. Great building site, access to river park, paved roads, security gate, TCEQ approved water system, only $89,500.

Beautiful home site in Frio River Place. Gated community, sensible restrictions, beautiful river park, parking area for owner’s RV, priced right at $75,000.

THE RIDGE-Experience the Texas hill country at its finest w/ private access to your own beautiful Frio River park w/BBQ pavilion. Underground utilities WITH TCEQ APPROVED WATER SYSTEM, paved roads, security gate, free roaming wildlife, hiking, biking & much more! This restricted subdivision offers 5 acre tracts of peaceful solitude that are beautiful 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 at $89,500

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PRICE REDUCED!!! This is turnkey, and ready for you! Approximately 176 feet of river frontage and a home in Frio River Place. Beautiful cypress lined private swimming hole in addition to subdivision park, three bedrooms and three full baths in main house, with guest quarters complete with a full bath. Lots of storage space, huge covered patio to watch the sun go down over the river, black top frontage. Close to Garner, Con Can, and Leakey, yet quiet and peaceful. $549,900.

PRICE REDUCED!!! Three bed-room two bath home with approximately 2,223 square feet, on 45 acres, close to town, yet private. Other improvements include a large barn. $499,000.

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