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"You are What You Eat, So Eat Something

Sweet" Shuga Pops is more then a Sweet Shop. p. 32

AN AWARD WINNING PATH, TO A COMANCHE COUNTY FUTURE Judge Davis is planting seeds to grow Comanche County P. 16

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Comanche Public Library

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Leaving A Legacy That Blessed The Community

BY PEGGY PURSER FREEMAN

An Award Winning Path, To Comanche County Future

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Judge Davis is Planting Seeds to Grow Comanche County

BY PEGGY PURSER FREEMAN

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Comanche County Rainbow Room Providing A Ray of Hope to the Community

BY CONNIE LEWIS LEONARD

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YOU: You Are What You Eat, So Eat Something Sweet Shuga Pops is More Than A Sweet Shop

BY CONNIE LEWIS LEONARD

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FROM THE EDITOR

Small Town, Big Heart

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hroughout the last several years this town and this community have bound together to endure. When you could have hunkered down and shut out the world, instead, you chose to open new stores, reinvest in community spaces, look towards the future and create bright horizons. You chose to create something you were proud of… and it shows!

The future is bright for Comanche County and each and every individual in this area should be proud of the town you are.

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Inside these pages, my hope is that you would feel that pride, that you would read story after story about what YOUR community, your town, your people are doing. My hope is that you would be encouraged to keep going, to keep pursuing those dreams and goals, that you would endure the ups and downs and that you would lean on one another. Comanche County is stronger together, as you have proven time and time again, and you’re just getting started!

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COMANCHE PUBLIC LIBRARY

New Staff and New Resources

Words by Peggy Purser Freeman | Photos Provided by Chelsea Renay Photography

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he programs and events have had to change a bit over the last year, however these are creative ladies.

Comanche Public Library (CPL) lost one of its best resources last year—Ms. Hollis McCright.

After spending seven years as director, updating the collection, and overseeing a huge remodel, Ms. Hollis retired, leaving a legacy that blessed the community. Deborah Hanson became the director. Her knowledge and life experience, along with her staff, stepped up to meet the needs of the public library.

Since June of this year, Deborah Hanson has served as director for the CPL. Hired in May of 2020

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as a library assistant, Ms. Deborah shared with me her assessments and plans as director.

“It was a privilege to work under Hollis McCright’s directorship and I’m excited for the opportunity I have been given to carry on the legacy of our library. Both librarians before me accomplished such amazing things here, I can only build on their huge accomplishments, which have set me on a path for success.”

As the director, Ms. Deborah is excited about future plans. “At this time, we are adding the final touches to a pocket park. It’s quite lovely, creatingspaces outdoors for any outdoor events. Also, we are working to create our Young Adult section.

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Our plan is to create an area that is visibly enticing to young adults. Due to space issues, it will be small, but a space where teens can study, game, or just retreat with a good book.”

Ms. Deborah lived in a number of cities in various states, before moving to Comanche. Most recently she lived in the Houston area.

“I’m definitely a "newbie" to Comanche County since I moved here in September of 2016. However, I already love the close community here. It's like one big family. Taylor and Tammy have been wonderful additions to our staff. They are both friendly and ready to meet the reading and resources needs of the community. We all enjoy our daily interactions with wonderful patrons.”

In November of last year, Tammy Boswell joined the CPL staff. Before Comanche, Ms. Tammy lived in Midland and then Lake Brownwood where she met her new husband. “Even though I recently moved to the area, I feel at home. My husband, Joey Boswell, has been the County Auditor since 1986.”

Tammy primarily coordinates the Inter-library Loan requests and the Adult Fiction and Non-Fiction sections. Her personal favorite books are mysteries by authors John Grisham and Clive Cussler. If you need help with genealogy reference questions, Ms. Tammy is your go-to person.

Taylor Fritts came to the library at the end of June this year. Taylor jumped right into the middle of all CPL projects. She brings a much-needed tech-savvy addition to the staff and a huge benefit for the community.

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“It was a privilege to work under Hollis McCright’s directorship and I’m excited for the opportunity I have been given to carry on the legacy of our library.“ “I primarily handle the Children's, Juvenile, and Young Adult sections, plus technology reference questions,” Taylor said. “My go-to books include for the young ones, books like If You Give a Mouse a Cookie, Chicka Chicka Boom Boom, and of course, Splat the Cat. In the juvenile section, I like Spiderwick Chronicles and the Dear America series. For young adults, we are currently working on expanding this collection, including Divergent Series, City of Bones, and Shadow of Bones Netflix series.”

If you want any suggestions on your next read or need help with research, Tammy and Taylor have cross-trained in all areas and can assist all patrons with any needs.

The programs and events have had to change a bit over the last year. However, Ms. Deborah and her staff are creative.

“We were grateful to be able to conduct our Summer Reading program in June, with as many as 97 children in attendance. It was terrific fun. The children enjoyed it and we had a blast. Community volunteers involved in this event included Comanche Study Club members, teachers, and teen volunteers.

It was definitely a group effort and very successful.”

Ms. Deborah has worked extensively with children in the educational world. “Giving the community access to lifelong education is important to me.

This is a marvelous school district and I hope that we can reinforce what they are teaching. We have several retired teachers on our board who are passionate about learning and literacy. I’m thrilled that we’re able to glean from their knowledge.”

For those able to come into the library, CPL offers AWE an early literacy game station. These three units offer quite a few learning games that cover various subjects. “The children love the games and home-schooling parents often utilize them.”

The CPL staff are in the process of organizing an online Story Time for the wee ones. “We will have a story, song, poem, and craft.” Ms. Deborah explained how this process will work. “Parents will be able to stop by and get the craft kit so their children can participate as they watch the online Story Time.”

‘Tis the Season, and Ms. Deborah is creating ways to help Santa during difficult times.

“Santa time is in the works, and Story Time at Christmas will include Mrs. Santa,” Ms. Deborah added. “I have invited Mrs. Claus to read the book A Bit of Applause for Mrs. Clause.”

To find a book or access resources online, go to the homepage of the Comanche Public Library website, www.comanchepubliclibrary.org. To check out a book, enter "catalog" into the search bar. This will pull up the online card catalog. Enter the author or title for the book you want and place it in your cart

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to be checked out. When requested, the CPL even provides curbside service.

Ms. Deborah reminds us, “Call ahead of time to ensure your books are ready when you arrive. Pull up to the rear entry and call to let us know you’ve arrived. We will promptly bring your books out to you.”

“If you have any issues, or if you would like further information about our digital collection through Overdrive, give us a call and we'll be happy to help.” Ms. Deborah added. “People love Overdrive. Kindle and audiobooks are convenient to find and download, especially for those who travel.

Located at 311 N. Austin, Comanche Public Library’s hours of operation are Monday - Wednesday and Friday 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday 9:00 a.m. - noon. The library is closed on Thursday and Sunday.

Contact information is: www.comanchepubliclibrary.org (325) 356-2122.

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“Santa time is in the works, and Story Time at Christmas will include Mrs. Santa,” Ms. Deborah added. “I have invited Mrs. Claus to read the book A Bit of Applause for Mrs. Clause.”

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Welcome to

DeLeon Texas BUSIEST TOWN - FRIENDLIEST PEOPLE

HOME OF THE PEACH AND MELON FESTIVAL

Nestled in Central Texas, DeLeon offers a variety of things to do.

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De Leon’s businesses provide a personal touch, which adds to its small, rural setting. Whether you visit for a day, a weekend, or decide to make De Leon your home, you’ll discover De Leon really does have the

“Busiest Town Friendliest People.”

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F E AT U R E

An Award

Winning Path

to a comanche county

future Words by Peggy Purser Freeman Photography provided by Chelsea Renay Photography

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oday large cities explode into chaotic cesspools and small communities fade into ghost towns.

Which path is ahead for Comanche County?

Will our young people have a future here? Will seniors be able to safely retire in our neighborhood? Who has a voice in the future growth of our community?

“In the face of all these uncertainties, we need a plan to survive and prosper.” Judge Stephanie L. Davis shares exciting news for our county. “We’re ready to develop a comprehensive county-wide strategic plan.”

A 1992 Comanche High School graduate, Judge Davis received her Bachelor of Business Administration from Texas Tech University and her Doctor of Jurisprudence from Texas Wesleyan University School of Law in 2001 and was sworn in as County Judge in January 2019. She knows and loves Comanche County.

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“Shortly after I took office, I made a plan for my vision for Comanche County but that was my vision. I wanted to know what vision the people who voted for me have for our communities. What is their vision of the county in 10, 20, or 30 years?”

Counties, municipalities, even nations are great at dreaming, but projects need a plan in order to achieve the dream. Judge Davis began her research soon after she was elected to office. “Out of 254 counties in the state, less than 20 have county-wide strategic plans.” Judge Davis explains. “I found a plan for Liberty County. It was well thought out, professional. Texas A&M’s Texas Target Communities program was involved in formulating Liberty’s award-winning strategic plan. As I researched, I had no idea how to get in touch with this program.”

As fate would have it, two weeks later an invitation came in the mail from Texas A&M for counties to apply for this project. The application process is extremely competitive, but Judge Davis poured her heart into a letter and waited.

“Then Covid hit,” she says. “I knew our county had to have a new direction to make it through this economic downturn. I sent another letter to Texas A&M’s commit-

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“Then Covid hit,” she says.

“I knew our county had to have a new direction to make it through this economic downturn." tee, and I mobilized every Aggie I knew. They helped me make connections with people. Former Lieutenant Governor Ben Barnes, DeLeon’s Hiram, plus a Texas senator and a representative wrote letters. We flooded the Texas A&M University (TAMU) Chancellor’s office. Then I received a phone call from Senator Buckingham, and we not only were selected for the project, but we were also awarded a $10,000 grant to go toward this project.”

TXTC is an award-winning, service-learning program and university-wide community engagement initiative, where faculty, professional staff, and students from the Department of Landscape Architecture and Urban Planning and the Public Partnership & Outreach efforts of Texas A&M University join with local citizens to provide technical assistance in developing locally tai-

lored planning, design, and development strategies.

"Along with community leaders from Comanche, Gustine, and DeLeon, we created a county-wide task force of twenty-plus people—farmers, ranchers, business owners,” Judge Davis explains. “At the end of the day this is not a plan a few people put together—this is the voice of the county of what they want for the future. A plan to address Comanche County's immediate challenges, long-term needs, and the opportunity to develop a guide to recover and thrive.

County Extension Agent Mike Berry became invaluable in meeting with the Texas A&M team and the county citizens often. “The Texas Target Communities program is providing an unprecedented opportunity for individuals and entities from throughout the county to work together to form a vision that will help to ensure a prosperous future for the county. With nearly twenty proposed subdivisions coming into the county, it is obvious that Comanche County is moving toward long-term growth. The Texas A&M TXTC program offers us a platform to create the tools to help manage that growth for the current residents of Comanche County and for those who will soon call Comanche County home.”

Judge Davis praises TAMU’s advanced graduate classes, working on surveys, creating useful maps, and providing tips for infrastructure on increasing subdivisions. “These classes are building an end product, giving us steps to reach that product.”

One thing that’s unique in Comanche County is a Youth Task Force. We enlisted juniors and seniors from each high school in the county to hear the voice of our youth.

What will it take to get young people to stay or make them come back to Comanche?”

Comanche High School Senior Harrison Sides adds, “It’s exciting to be a small part of something that can be so impactful to our community!”

Alan Lesley General Manager and CEO at Comanche Electric Cooperative Association is another member working for the good of the community. “It’s exciting to see so many segments of our community engage in this planning process. These ideas are the seeds. With work and commitment, they’ll grow and the fruit that is produced will make Comanche County an even more desirable place to live and raise a family.”

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“It’s rare when an agricultural county in the middle of the state would have access to world-class planning and strategies for the future."

“Now we have an opportunity for everyone in the community to come together to understand the aspirations, assets, and gaps in the community, so we can together come up with a plan for the future,” Judges Davis continues. “TXTC is a facilitator of this process—listening, and documenting the needs of the community, and helping strategize with different tools poised to address them.”

Task Force member and publisher of De Leon Free Press, Jon Awbrey, says, “It’s rare when an agricultural county in the middle of the state would have access to world-class planning and strategies for the future. Comanche County is very lucky to have been afforded this opportunity. This is in large part due to the organization and push by Comanche County Judge Stephanie Davis.”

Judge Davis adds, “The purpose of all this is to get an action plan, so the county and all the cities can work together. It's time to be part of this effort. Let’s roll up our sleeves and get working!"

To find out more about the TXTC visit: https://www.arch.tamu.edu/txtc

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Visit Historical Comanche!

16 rooms, 30,000 sq. ft., and 3 acres for your viewing pleasure.

Comanche County Historical Museum is located at 402 Moorman Dr. Comanche, Texas 76442

325-356-5115 Open Wed-Sat 10AM-4PM

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Rainbow Room Words by Connie Lewis Leonard Photos Provided by MC Square Photography

“Jesus loves the little children, All the children of the world.

Red and yellow, black and white, All are precious in His sight, Jesus loves the little children of the world.”

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Rainbow Room is “a ray of hope in a child’s dreams.” It is an emergency resource center available to CPS caseworkers to help them meet the critical needs of abused and neglected children. It consists of a store-like setting that allows Child Protective Services workers to go “shopping” for the children and families on their caseloads. The room is stocked with new items such as clothing, shoes, toys and games, diapers, formula, school supplies, hygiene products and cleaning products. Every item in the Rainbow Room is donated or purchased from donations.

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“To every child – I dream of a world where you can laugh, dance, sing, learn, live in peace and be happy.”

—Malala Yousafzai One of the Comanche County CPS workers requested a Rainbow Room. Child Protective Services promptly rented a storage building and voted to supply it. Since opening in July, many children, babies through high school, have been served. CPS workers have seen an increase in child abuse since the pandemic hit, and the child abuse reported is more serious in nature.

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“A person’s a person, no matter how small.”— Dr. Seuss Abused and neglected children can be removed from the home anytime, 24/7. Often, they have nothing but the clothes on their back, maybe just a diaper, with no shoes or socks. The Comanche Rainbow Room has a combination lock on the door, so the CPS workers can gain access at any time.

“Then the little children were brought to Jesus for Him to place His hands on them and pray for them. And the disciples rebuked those who brought them. But Jesus said, ‘Let the little children come to Me, and do not hinder them! For the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.’”— Matthew 19:13-14 The room is stocked with NEW items only. Basic items needed include clothing, coats, windbreakers, hoodies, socks, shoes, diapers, formula, blankets, car seats, personal hygiene items, household cleaning sup-

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abuse prevention and recruit foster and adoptive homes.

“Rejoice with those who rejoice, weep with those who weep. Live in harmony with one another. Do not be haughty, but associate with the lowly. Never be wise in your own sight.”

Romans 12:15-15

plies, school supplies, toys, games, books, Pack ‘n’ Play Portable Play Yards, cribs and mattresses. Currently, Comanche’s Rainbow Room does not have any cribs or mattresses.

“The first happiness of every child is to know that he is loved.”— Don Bosco Only new items are accepted as donations, because abused and neglected children deserve better than abused and neglected things. The citizens of Comanche County have been very generous. No fund raisers have been required, nor are any planned.

“Children are one third of our population and all of our future.” – Select Panel for the Promotion of Child Health, 1981 The Comanche County Welfare Boards want people to be knowledgeable and concerned about prevention and treatment of child abuse and neglect. They sponsor Angel Tree in Comanche and De Leon during the months of November and December. They also host holiday celebrations for caseworkers and foster children. They provide support for family group decision making meetings, foster parent training, and foster youth conferences. They sponsor public awareness events to promote child abuse prevention and recruit foster and adoptive homes. They coordinate public awareness events to promote child

There are four types of child abuse. Sadly, abused children often suffer more than one type of mistreatment.

Physical abuse may be more easily detected because of visible bruising, burns, and broken bones. Emotional abuse—criticizing, insulting, rejecting, or withholding love—may manifest itself by a child being extremely withdrawn and insecure, or they may act out by criticizing and insulting others since that is their learned behavior. Sexual abuse includes rape, touching or fondling, or involving a child in pornography. Children who have been “groomed”—befriended, showered with attention and gifts—may be reluctant to report the person who has shown them “love.” They may also be shamed into believing the heinous atrocity against them was somehow their fault. Neglect includes failure to provide for a child’s basic physical, medical, or emotional needs. Leaving a young child home alone or failing to provide needed medical care may also be considered neglect. Texas law requires that child abuse or neglect be reported when there is “cause to believe” that abuse or neglect has occurred or will occur. CPS will investigate and determine the nature and extent of the problem, evaluate the child’s condition and safety, and if appropriate, initiate action to protect the child.

“The man who fights for his fellow-man is a better man than one who fights for himself.”—Clarence Darrow Child Protective Services does their best to protect and service these children in the best possible way. You can help by making donations to Rainbow Room. Call Carolyn Merworth at 325-356-1030 for more information.

“When did we see You a stranger and take You in, or naked and clothe You? And the King will answer and say to them, ‘Assuredly, I say to you, inasmuch as you did it to one of the least of these My bretheren, you did it to Me.” Matthew 25:38-40 NKJV

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"You are What You Eat, So Eat Something

Sweet" Words by Connie Lewis Leonard

Photography by Chelsea Renay Photography

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tepping through the red door at Shuga Pops is like crossing a magic portal into the past, a sweet time of innocence. The sugary scent of delectable candies and popcorn permeate the air. Adults once again become kids in the candy store with jars and jars packed full of brilliantly-colored candies. Oh, what to choose—nostalgic vintage jaw breakers, fire balls, red hots, licorice, wax coke bottles, chocolate rocks, candy necklaces and Decco Candy Wafers that have been around since the early 1900s? Or some new novelty like goose eggs, chicken eggs, sour worms, candy Legos, peach rings, or going bananas? Perhaps a decadent candy bar like the U-NO original, rich, creamy chocolate. Or a long-lasting, chewy Big Hunk to last all day. Then there are the hard Gilliam candy sticks, since 1927, in root beer, cherry, watermelon, lemon, cherry cola, and more. Maybe crispy, crunchy peanut, pecan or jalapeno brittle will tickle your taste buds. Hope House makes the brittle to support their rehab center, making it a double pleasure for the consumer and producer.

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"The sugary scent of delectable candies and popcorn permeate the air."

Oh, and the Pop Corn! Movie Theater Butter—sure to enhance any drama, action, or love story you can get your paws on. White Cheddar melts in your mouth and has you coming back for more. Cheddar tastes so good, it’ll make that Cheetah fella change his spots. Dill Pickle with just enough twang to rile those taste buds and want sum-more. BBQ Bacon with just enough bacon to make you go hog wild. Garlic Parm—so much garlic even the dog won’t wanna kiss ya! Sweet N Sassy Flavors: Vanilla Confetti, Jalapeno Caramel, Honey Hush, Red Hot Kettle, Buttered Toffee, Caramel, and Kettle. Specialty Flavors include Cat’s Sass—candied Caramel with milk and white chocolate—this little kitty is purrrrfffect!

"Oh, what to choose!"

For cool refreshment on a hot, Texas day, try a cold, refreshing Snow Cone in all the traditional flavors. The more adventurous may try Bug Juice, Zombie Anti-Virus, Tiger’s Blood, Fire House, Cucumber Melon, Pirates Brew, Ninja Turtle, Beetle Juice or Toxic Waste. Add-Ons like Pickle Chunk, Nerds or Sour Spray add gusto to please the palate.

A new product Shuga Pops offers is Tru Fru. Fresh, flash-frozen fruit covered with white and milk chocolate contains only 90 calories. Sow Good, another unique treat, just add milk to the freeze-dried 100% fruit for great on-the-go goodness with no added sugar or gluten.

“Rows and rows of iced cold sodas will take you back to the good old days.” All the popular Dublin sodas, as well as Route 66 Cream Soda, Brownie Caramel Cream Root Beer, and Rocket Fizz Root Beer and Black Cherry. Feel good inside and out with Crazy Water straight from Mineral Wells.

How did this delicious sweet shop come into being? Beth and Dennis Whitsell saw a need to help support students who wanted to participate in extra-curricular activities at De Leon.

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In an ever-changing world, the antique furnishings offer a sense of stability and permanence. The long, mirrored bar along one wall came from the Blue Moon. The taffy cabinet once contained ladies’ “unmentionables” in an old department store. The cabinet with glass doors standing behind the counter served as a refrigerated flour cabinet. The drawers at the bottom held blocks of ice, while the large fan in the center circulated the cool air. Well-made items stood the test of time, and so shall we.

The first year, the Whitsells just ran the shop. Then COVID hit. Beth had to go back to work, this time as a Hospice nurse covering the areas of De Leon, Gorman, Comanche, Hamilton, Stephenville, Gatesville and Santo. Her husband continues to work with his mobile X-ray business. The Shuga Pops team was truly blessed by God through the pandemic. Thankfully, they did not contract COVID. Participating with Totelcom Communications Company to provide meals for the elderly, shut-ins, and those locked down, they offered bags of popcorn.

They kept the business open with curbside service.

They bought a kettle corn trailer to use as a fund raiser to help kids. After several years, Beth took time off her career as a nurse to pursue her love of popcorn and serving the community. Thanks to Hico Popcorn Works for helping Beth and son Luke learn the trade. Thanks to Kelly and Howard Dickey for helping make the dream a reality. In addition to getting to know members of the community, their desire is to share the love, joy, and happiness of Jesus.

Beth candies all the popcorn with sugar, butter and flavor in ten-gallon batches. The fantastic employees, Diane, Sophie, Chloe, Mayson and daughter Madison add the extra flavorings.

More than just a family owned business, Shuga Pops is a loving community of family and friends working and enjoying life together.

The warm, homey atmosphere provides a perfect setting to get to know the desires, dreams, and prayer needs of customers.

Shuga Pops evokes good, old memories for some and creates sweet, new memories for others. Laughter fills the spaces between the candy displays as friendships forge around the tables in the quaint shop. In a world separated and divided, people need a sweet respite.

"In addition to getting to know members of the community, their desire is to share the love, joy, and happiness of Jesus. "

"Laughter fills the spaces between the candy displays as friendships forge around the tables in the quaint shop. In a world separated and divided, people need a sweet respite."

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The Whitsells plan to spread the goodness around. They opened a booth in Shaw’s Marketplace in Brownwood. Soon they will open a Shuga Pops in Comanche. In a world with so much turmoil and sad news, take a break in a peaceful, downhome, pleasant place. You can’t be unhappy eating candy. “You are what you eat, so eat something sweet.”

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"In a world with so much turmoil and sad news, take a break in a peaceful, downhome, pleasant place."

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Comanche CHAMBER DIRECTORY ACCOUNTING / BANK / LOANS AgTexas Farm Credit Services P.O. Box 812, Stephenville, TX 76401

(254) 965-3151

Central Texas Farm Credit P.O. Box 310, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 356-7200

AUTO / SUPPLIES / SERVICES

Johnson Ranch

Carl’s Auto Supply

Hi Pro Feeds P. O. Box 850, Comanche, TX 76442

8801 Hwy 36, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 330-0608

LTX3 General Services 609 Hwy 2247, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 356-1616

(325) 330-1012

Edward Jones

Middle Trinity Gr’water Conserv Dist

P.O. Box 561, Comanche TX 76442 (325) 356-2528

930 N. Wolfe Nursery Rd, Stephenville, TX 76401

JDR, CPA

(254) 965-6705 or (254) 965-6745

309 Fisk Ave, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325)-646-2573 or (325)-330-1340

Patriot Land Solutions LLC

Prosperity Bank / Comanche

(254) 979-6602

101 N. Pearl St, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 356-7518

Platinum Land Service LLC

Simmons Bank

(325)-330-1918

P.O. Box 191, Comanche, TX 76442

SureGrow Ag Products, Inc

(325) 356-2577

Susan Riley’s Tax Services P.O. Box 766, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 356-5274

Texas Bank 200 W. Central, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 356-3781

AG NEEDS Archie Fencing & Welding 285 CR 150, Comanche, TX 76442

(254) 216-5778

Artesian Ranch, LLC 19551 Hwy 36, Gustine, TX 76455 (979) 277-5223

Beaty Cattle Company 3650 Hwy 16, DeLeon, TX 76444 (432) 209-3275

Biggs Farm Supply 6250 Hwy 67, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 356-2750

Clark Tractor & Supply

247 CR 339, Comanche, TX 76442

199 Hawkwood, Comanche, TX 76442

250 CR 416218 North Austin, Comanche, TX 76442 (325)-356-1551

Texas Sodium Bentonite, Inc 18301 Hwy 16 S., Comanche, TX 76442 (325) 885-2339

ANIMAL/VETS Comanche Co. Veterinary Clinic

(325) 356-2518

DeBusk Auto Service

Judy Belle Bakes 6000 Hwy 16, De Leon, TX 76444

817-733-9700

BUSINESS

(325) 356-5173

Broken O Processing & Custom Meats

Garcia 24-HR Towing and Recovery

(254) 879-3313

P.O. Box 131, Comanche, TX 76442

P.O. Box 512, Comanche, TX 76442

12070 Hwy 281 N, Hico, TX 76457

(325) 356-1735 or (325) 998-0020 or (254) 998-0008

BUSINESS / REAL ESTATE

Willis Towing & Recovery Rockin R Construction

Whitetail Properties

P.O. Box 292, Comanche, TX 76442 (817) 371-0911

P.O. Box 863, Comanche, TX 76442 (325) 305-0916

AUTO DEALERSHIPS

CATERING / EVENTS

Bayer Ford Inc.

La-Te-Da Floral and Events

P.O. Box 151, Comanche, TX 76442

P.O. Box 92, Gustine, TX 76455

(325) 356-2777

(325) 356-0329

Bayer Motor (Chevy)

CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT

P.O. Box 152, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 356-2777

AUTO REPAIR SMC Car & Truck Repair 1309 S Austin St, Comanche TX 76442

Michael E Boucher CPA 330 N. Patrick St., Dublin,TX 76446

(254) 545-9960

CHARITIES

1306 W. Central Ave., Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 356-2155

Conway Veterinary Clinic

AUTOMOTIVE

P.O. Box 688, Comanche, TX 76442 (325) 356-3471

Este’s Collision Center & RV Repair

CASA in the Heart of TX

(325) 356-2711

1100 Hwy 3381, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 356-3355

ATTORNEY/LAW CIMA Abstract Company 214 N. Austin, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 356-1086

Woodley & Dudley Law Office P.O. Box 99, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 356-2502

P.O. Box 200, De Leon, TX 76444

(254) 893-2061 or (325) 356-2593

Gores Agri-Service P. O. Box 1000, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 356-2622 42

300 E. Central Ave, Comanche, TX 76442

BAKERY

C OMANCHE COU NTY L I VI NG

1308 S Austin St., Comanche, TX 76442 (325) 510-0483 or (325) 330-1113

Nicky Small Engine Repair 210 W Mulberry Ave, Comanche, TX 76442 (325) 330-0182

Super Sudz Detailing 308 W Wrights, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 330-9183

The Greasy Surgeon 301 Sunset Avenue, Comanche, TX 76442

254-979-1167 or (325)-998-0900

Caring Hearts for Children

P.O. Box 2326, Brownwood, TX 76804

(325) 643-2557

Salvation Army P.O. Box 783, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 356-3258

Walking in the Shadow of Christ P.O. Box 97, Blanket, TX 76432

(325) 430-8815 or (325) 430-9258

CHURCHES Gateway of Hope P.O. Box 222, Comanche, TX 76442

(254) 979-9479

(325) 330-1629

COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY

Abiding Life Fellowship Church

AP.O.llo Computers

Sacred Heart Catholic Church 1206 N Pearl St., Comanche, TX 76442

121 Bunker Hill St, Comanche, TX 76442

611 Early Blvd., Early, TX 76802

(325) 356-2360

(325) 643-8184

East Side Baptist Church

Legacy IT

207 FM 3381, Comanche, TX 76442

(325)-356-3667

First Baptist Church 407 N. Houston, Comanche, TX 76442 (325) 356-2051

First United Methodist Church P.O. Box 88, Comanche, TX 76442

(325)-356-2120

Live Oak Church

231 Parkway, Ste 500, Early, TX 76802

EDUCATION

EVENTS

Comanche Independent School District

Big Fiesta Rentals

200 e. Highland, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 356- 2727

ELECTRICAN

145 Nelson Dr, Comanche, TX 76442

254-879-3332 or 707-480-5484

Cool Time Refrigeration

CONSTRUCTION

(254) 879-2676

Brazo 5 Construction

ENERGY

1173 Hwy 2861, Comanche, TX 76442

(432) 538-9603

Atmos Energy

Circle S Construction LLC

(325)-481-3716

P.O. Box 28, Comanche, TX 76442

2020 FM 1476, Dublin, Tx 76446

254-485-2038 - store 254-879-2797

1730 N. Main, San Angelo, TX 76903

CECA (Com County Electric Co)

(254) 396-1834

Evoke Roofing

800-915-2533

New Life Pentecostal Church

(817) 879-1192

P. O. Box 130, Comanche, TX 76442

(325)-356-2271

CLUB / ORGANIZATION Comanche Co. Area Go Texan 250 CR 416, Comanche, TX 76442

817-312-7443

Comanche Co. Healthcare Foundation P.O. Box 634, Comanche, TX 76442

(817) 279-2255

Comanche Co. Historical Museum P.O. Box 22, Comanche, TX 76442

(325)-356-5115

Comanche County 4-H Rodeo Club 907 N Elm Street, Comanche, TX 76442

(254) 979-2092

Comanche County Cowboy Church 9101 Hwy 377/67, Comanche, TX 76442

254-403-9096

Comanche Roping Club P.O. Box 818, Comanche, TX 76442

(325)-330-1452

Comanche Youth Council P.O. Box 153, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 330-1446

Dairy Farmers of America 3500 William D Tate Ave., Ste. 100, Grapevine, TX 76051

Revitalize Comanche (Soda Shop) P.O. Box 266, Comanche, TX 76442

254-842-8922

617 S Preston St, De Leon, TX 76444

Vertical Roofing 6630 CorP.O.ration Okway Ste240, Ft Worth, TX 76126

(817) 400-7465

Gillette Dirt Works P. O. Box 653, Comanche, TX 76442 (254)-842-4861

Harris Drilling 7651 Hwy 67/377, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 356-3586

Holland Construction

P.O. Box 729, Comanche, TX 76442

Hill Gas, Inc. P.O. Box 100, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 356-5239

Oncor Electric Delivery Co. 1200 SW 1st Street, Mineral Wells, TX 76067

(940) 682-1307

ENTERTAINMENT / SERVICES Happy Sound Productions 2266 Sunset Ave, Snyder, TX 79549

(325)-575-2465

P.O. Box 177, Sidney, TX 76474

(254) 842-1128 or (325) 330-2013 cell

EVENT CENTER

Ingram Concrete, LLC

Melody Oaks Ranch/ Comanche Livestock

4301 Danhil Dr, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 356-3573

Jackson Construction 905 E. Cedar, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 330-0316

Lucky 4 Dozer Service P.O. Box 512, Comanche, TX 76442

254-998-0020 or (325)-998-0008

Rockin’ R Construction 7171 Hwy 67, Comanche, TX 76442

817-371-0911

Bar Tex Welding 206 N. Clark St, Comanche, TX 76442

(325)-330-1213

Hogan Industrial Repair 201 9th St, Comanche, TX 76442

(325)-800-9567

P.O. Box 98, Comanche, TX 76870

5G Land & Cattle Co. 1612 Summit Ave., Ste 350, Fort Worth, TX 76102 817-313-4854

FINANCIAL First Abilene Federal Credit Union 1118 Pine Street, Abilene, TX 79601

(325)-670-2429

FINANCIAL / REAL ESTATE Armstrong Financial & Real Estate P.O. Box 564, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 356-1211

FOOD TRUCK Amy’s Kitchen 1008 FM 3381, Comanche, TX 76442

(254) 979-6947

Lemon Love

EVENT VENUE / BAR / SERVICES

(325) 330-3589

1601 N Lane St, Comanche, TX 76442

Stone Eagle Beer Garden / 4 North 125 Mountainview Trl, Comanche, TX 76442

(254) 319-1093

809 NW Hwy 36, Comanche, TX 76442

254-592-1911

125 Mountainview Trl, Comanche, TX 76442

(254) 319-1093

Rathbone Hall / 4 North 125 Mountainview Trl, Comanche, TX 76442

Comanche County Crime Stopper

972-965-9338

P.O. Box 144, De Leon, TX 76444

Comanche Funeral Home 411 W. Grand, Comanche, TX 76442

Comanche Oakwood Cemetery P.O. Box 362, Comanche, TX 76442

(325)-356-2616

4 North

(254) 319-1093

FUNERAL (325) 356-2531

The Reunion Center

Copperas Bend, LLC

(325)-356-5245

FARM / DAIRY / RANCH

(325)-356-5231

CRIME STOPPERS 300 Industrial Blvd, Comanche, TX 76442

FARM Arms Bait & Fish Farm

(254) 459-1685

1551 CR 416, Comanche, TX 76442

(254)979-8381 or Meriza (254)592-5803

Earth Shakers

(325) 643-1961

P.O. Box 250, Comanche, TX 76442

1304 E Highland, Comanche, TX 76442

FUNERAL SERVICES Heartland Funeral and Cremation 1508 N Austin, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 356-3292

GOVERNMENT Comanche TX EDC P.O. Box 144, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 356-2032

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GROCERY

HOUSING

LANDSCAPE /LAW

Local Cuts Meat Processing

Comanche Housing Authority

Texas Rural Living LI

3024 FM 1467 South, Zephyr, Tx 76890

404 E. Cedar Ave., Comanche, TX 76442

15510 109 W Grand, Comanche, TX 76442

(325)-510-5064/cell (325)-642-6058

GUN DEALER / AMMO Cool Breeze Training 4450 HWY 590, Comanche, Tx 76442

254-431-1753/(325)-370-3970

Jimmy’s Creek Firearms 4417 Hwy 1689, Sidney, TX 76474

254-979-4106

HEALTH

(325)-356-3181

(254) 978-0325 or (325) 356-1725

MEDIA TECH & OFFICE NEEDS Comanche Chief P.O. Box 927, Comanche, TX 76442

Comanche Retirement Village 2128 L Don Dodson Dr, Bedford, TX 76021

(325) 356-5441

Comanche Townhomes P.O. Box 65, Stephenville, TX 76401

(325) 330-4968 or (254) 595-2112

Winchester Arms Apartments 1201 S. Austin, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 885-6000

LANDSCAPING

(325) 356-2636

Solis Lawn & Landscaping

MEDIA / TECHOLOGY

241 Washington St, Dublin, TX 76446

(325) 330-3196

Suaste LLC 564 Cr 315, Comanche, Tx 76442

(254) 979-7186

LAW Kameron W Mazurek, PLLC

KYOX FM/KCOM AM (Villecom, LLC) 218 N Austin, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 356-3090

Root and Roam Integrated Marketing Agency P.O. Box 813, Comanche, TX 76442

INDIVIDUAL

1004 E Central Ave, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 455-3130

2900 Coggin Ave, Ste. A, Brownwood, TX 76801 (325) 643-2699

Dudley, T. J. & Kerry

LAWN CARE

HEALTH AND FITNESS

MEDIA / TECHNOLOGY / COMMUNICATION

Joe Paul & Janice McCullough

The ARK Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault Shelter

BeneFIT Studio 2199 Co Rd 116, Comanche, TX 76442

(325)-671-9055 cell 512-801-3717

HEALTH CARE Simply Connected 1008 Hwy 3381, Comanche, TX 76442

281-254-6983

HEALTH INSURANCE Kannonball Insurance Solutions 2104 W Washington St, Comanche, TX 76442

(254) 918-5444

HOME / GARDEN CENTER Pate’s Hardware, Inc. 7230 Hwy 67, Comanche, TX 76442

(325)-515-5177

PJ’s Corner Market 100 9th St, Comanche, TX 76442

807 Barnes Ave., Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 370-4924 or (325)642-0740 12850 Hwy 36, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 356-3173

McDonald, Elton R. 12580 Hwy 16, Comanche, TX 76442

(325)-356-3386 / (325)-356-3410

Wendt, Allen & Raelynn 1660 Hwy 3381, Comanche, TX 76442

(325)-330-3370

INSURANCE AgriTech Crop Insurance Agency, LLC 14000 Hwy 36, Gustine, TX 76455

817-301-2706

Circle M Insurance 1004 E Central Avenue, Comanche, TX 76442 (325)-488-4137

Comanche Co. Farm Bureau P.O. Box 391, Comanche, TX 76442

(325)-356-2591

INSURANCE AGENCY

(325)-338-9054

P.O.rter Insurance Agency

Stroebel Ace Hardware

(325)-646-9586

P.O. Box 697, Santa Anna, TX 76878

100 N Fisk, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 356-1483 or (325) 348-3188

LAND CLEARING

Sorrells Farms Inc

Red Deer Land Clearing

3401 CR 304-A, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 356-3616

2650 FM 1702, Dublin, TX 76446

254-485-7262 Tammy 806-886-6900

(325) 356-1199

Local Lawn Landscape, LLC P.O. Box 698, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 939-9295 or (325) 330-9067

Totelcom Networks, LLC

LODGING

(254) 893-1000

America’s Best Value Inn 508 W. Central, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 356-5267

P.O. Box 290, De Leon, TX 76444

TXPAGES - Mark Smith 164 N. Graham, Stephenville, TX 76401

(254) 965-3470

1505 E. Central Ave., Comanche, TX 76442

West Central Wireless P.O. Box 3866, San Angelo, TX 76902 (325) 944-9016

Constantino Farms Bed & Breakfast

MEDICAL

Best Western Comanche Inn (325) 356-2300

1101 FM 2823, Dublin, TX 76446

Regency Inn

Accel Health 1100 W. Reynosa Ave., De Leon, TX 76444

1301 E. Central, Comanche, TX 76442 (325) 356-2508

(254) 893-5895

Rest -A-Spell Hospitality House

P.O. Box 250, Brownwood, TX 76801

801 North Lane, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 399-1100

Wisteria B & B / 4 North 125 Mountainview Trl, Comanche, TX 76442

(254) 319-1093

Center for Life Resources (MHMR) 325-646-9574

Comanche County Medical Center 10201 Highway 16 North, Comanche, TX 76442 325-488-4124

Comanche Dental

MARKETING

203 Valley Forge Dr., Comanche, TX 76442

Harper Amelia Ad Strategy

“Corner Stone Family Medicine

2729 FM 2731, Rising Star, TX 76471

912-596-5687

325-356-5263

408 N. Austin, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 356-1135 W or (325) 356-1145 F”

MEDIA

Dove Roost Massage

377 Big Deals (Villecom)

325-330-3770

218 N Austin, Comanche, TX 76442

325-356-3090

308 N Austin, Comanche, TX 76442

Holland Chiropractic 910 N. Austin St., Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 356-5283

Western Hills Healthcare Residence 400 Old Sidney Rd, Comanche, TX 76442

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MEDICAL / PHARMACY

Howdy Enterprise

Five Oaks Real Estate

City Center Cafe

4256 St Hwy 21 W, Caldwell, TX 77836

1008 Hwy 3381, Comanche, TX 76442

127 N Houston, Comanche, TX 76442

Comanche Pharmacy

Pitts Stop P.O.rta P.O.ttys

Joanie Strasser - Home Town Reality

Country Pickin’s Cafe

325-643-4399

112 West Central, Comanche, TX 76442

254-879-2244 Cell 254-967-3171

PROMOTIONS / SHOPPING / TROPHIES

Kersh Real Estate

1001 N. Austin, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 356-2585

MINISTRY Next Step Ministry 13200 CR 417, May, Texas 76857

325-330-2706

877-894-6939 cell 702-622-0328 P.O. Box 1054, Brownwood, TX 76804

MISCELLANOUS

U-Name-It

Logan’s Gap Wind, LLC

(325) 356-1200

200 S. Austin, Comanche, TX 76442

2011 CR 207, Blanket, TX 76432

325-642-8902 (wendy)

OFFICE NEEDS (800) 653-3383

PERSONAL CARE SERVICES Ki-Skin Care P.O. Box 925, Comanche, TX 76442

(469) 766-5430

Kirkland Barber Shop 123 W. Grand Ave., Comanche, TX 76442

325-356-5103

Our House of Hair 308 N. Austin, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 356-1908

Pro Nails 801 E. Central, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 356-3830

PEST CONTROL / LAWN SERVICE Akin Pest Control

(254) 413-2417

Woolsey Trophies 1401 Haven Dr., Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 356-2271

National Property Inspections

Mock Ranches Real Estate

Chicken Express / Te11 Management

1004 E Central Avenue, Comanche, TX 76442 325-356-6139

(325) 665-7006

Prime Country Real Estate

103 E. Lucy Bertram, Gustine, TX 76455

(325) 356-5285 (325) 330-2121 c

325- 356-1766

Texas Rural Living Land & Real Est Group (254) 978-0325

P.O. Box 250, Comanche, TX 76442

432-934-1968

Cell 254-423-4219;254-893-7878

REALTOR

RANCH

Full House Realty 218 Palmer Dr., Comanche, TX 76442

254- 842-8731

RANCH / DAIRY

Texas Legacy Insurance Group P.O. Box 29, Cross Plains, TX 76443

254-217-8524

325-356-2284

RECREATION

Matthews Family Farm

Bobbers LLC Fish & Tackle and Bait

4708 Cabernet Circle, Colleyville, TX 76034

(817) 235-8110

603 W Walcott Avenue, Comanche, TX 76442 682-226-3348

SF Ranch

PAR Country Club

Wildcat Dairy, LLC

Texas Women’s Outdoor LLC

(254) 968-2191

Harvest Restaurant P.O. Box 882, Comanche, TX 76442

505 S. Austin, Comanche, TX 76442

254-979-6177 / 325-356-5724

Miguels Restaraunt

Mountainview Sweets 141 Mountainview Trl, Comanche, TX 76442 817-408-0127

Sister-2-Sister

1658 Hwy 2861, Comanche, TX 76442

Aerial Image Creations

P.O. Box 1, Stephenville, TX 76401

254-979-5232

325-356-5368

PHOTOGRAPHY

A+ P.O.rta Kans / A+ Storage Containers

6520 Hwy 67, Coomanche, TX 76442

1000 East Central, Comanche, Tx 76442

P.O. Box 10, Comanche, TX 76442

Rockin Wild Ranch LLC

PORTABLE RESTROOMS

254-445-2037 356-3942 local Cynitha 326-200-3219

Los Juanes

RANCH / FARM / DAIRY

1201 S Austin Apt 214, Comanche, TX 76442 254-592-1092

P.O. Box 166, Dublin, TX 76446

(325) 356-2374

(254) 879-2295

(325) 642-1031 (325) 356-0170

Dairy Queen (Five Star)

325-564-2389

(254) 842-5563

809 Central Ave, Comanche, TX 76442

254-434-7164

707 Almond St, Brownwood, TX 76801

REALTY

451 CR 215, Comanche, TX 76442

City Cafe

Erma Jeans Place

11551 Hwy 1476, Comanche, TX 76442 254-289-2583(Brian) 850-357-0797(Denise)

Dudley Bros., LTD

P.O. Box 1061, Abilene, TX 79604

Dogs ‘n Links

Wild Rose Real Estate

P.O. Box 222, Stephenville, TX 76401

Kleine Fluss Ranch

1121 CR 416, Comanche, TX 76442

P.O. Box 429, Comanche, TX 76442

109 W Grand, Comanche, TX 76442

PROPERTY INSPECTIONS

254-979-4669

RESTAURANTS / CATERING

P.O. Box 159, Comanche, TX 76442

Kirbo’s Office System P.O. Box 2249, Brownwood, TX 76804

325-356-1030 254-842-7581

206 N. Clark St, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 330-0539

Sonic Drive In

2052 CR 103, Comanche, TX 76442

254-979-7433

1202 E. Central, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 356-5080

Tomahawks 709 E. Central Ave, Comanche, TX 76442

600 CR 252, Gustine, TX 76455

301 Godfrey Rd, Comanche, Tx 76442

(325) 667-7266

(817) 994-6696

REAL ESTATE

RESALE

RV PARK

Brandi Terry, Realtor (ACR - Ann Carr Realtors)

Bar Diamond Resale

Breezy Hill RV Park

201 CR 401A, Comanche, TX 76442

123 Ranch Road, Buffalo Gape, TX 79850

(254) 842-7859

Brazos West Keller Williams

RESTAURANTS

(979) 229-4024

505 E Highland Ave, Comanche, TX 76442

325-356-6331

325-356-1785

201 Hwy 2247, Comanche, TX 76442

817-201-0096

Comanche Trails RV Park, Inc 202 W. Wrights Ave., Comanche, TX 76442

972-898-5126

Diamond R Cafe 11801 Hwy 84 E., Zephyr, TX 76890

325-739-2068

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Five Oaks RV Park 1008 HWY 3381, Comanche, TX 76442

325-356-1030

SCHOOLS Premier High School P.O. Box 368, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 356-9673

SEED / FERTILIZER Ferti-Tex Ag Services 1100 E. Central, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 356-5460

SERVICES Central Express Laundry P.O. Box 292, Comanche, TX 76442

817-371-0911

CJ’s Window Cleaning Service 557 Cr 420A, Comanche, TX 76442

214-934-0773

Cook Air & Heat P.O. Box 162, Rising Star, TX 76471

254-271-9331

H2 Air Duct Cleaning P.O. Box 884, Comanche, TX 76442

325-330-2055

Huddleston Surveying & Mapping, P.C. P.O. Box 39, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 356-2267

Shawn’s Commercial & Residential Pressure Washing 911 Main, Blanket, TX 76432

(325) 998-5420

Sign Express Plus P.O. Box 1292, Stephenville, TX 76401

(254) 918 - 7446

SHOPPING

STORAGE

Blessings

CowP.O.ke Storage

120 E. Blackjack St., Dublin, TX 76446

(325)-330-1452

Blossom at the Seams

Raccoon Enterprises

247 CR 318, Comanche, TX 76442

(512) 635-0628

Buckstop

TK Self Storage

P.O. Box 219, Comanche, TX 76442

809 E Central Ave, Comanche, TX 76442

Comanche Appliance P.O. Box 846, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 356-2050

STORAGE / RV PARK

Comanche Candle Company

McKinzie RV & Mini Storage

1843 HWY 2861, Comanche, TX 76442

P.O. Box 639, Comanche, Tx 76442

Comanche Mercantile

TRUCKING

325-488-4157 Wendy Cell- 817-202-3836

254-879-3335

P.O. Box 266, Comanche, TX 76442

(254) 979-1291

Durham Pecan Co., Inc 308 S. Houston, Comanche, TX 76442

325- 356-5291

Frontier Beer & Wine 300 West Central, Comanche, TX 73442

254-842-8055

Red Bird Ironworks 18886 Hwy 183 N, May, TX 76857

325-642-1550

Saylor Reign Ship & Shop 307 W Grand, Comanche, TX 76442

432-232-3953 cell 432-634-7460

Shuga P.O.ps LLC 156 N. Texas St, De Leon, TX 76444

254-979-1616

Texas Handmade Suds

The Water Shop 625 W. Lingleville Rd., Stephenville, TX 76401 254968-3906 Vivian Nail Salon

P.O. Box 766, Comanche, TX 76442

254-455-0600

Waste Connections Lone Star Inc

The Liquor Store (325) 356-0175

Woven Roots 111 N. Huston, Comanche, TX 76442

200 FM 45 W, Brownwood, TX 76801

(325) 356-1002

Workforce Solutions (Region 14 )

SHOPPING / FLORAL

940-654-9619

500 Chestnut, Ste. 1200, Abilene, TX 79602

(325) 646-1591

Barbed Wire & Lace 121 W. Grand, Comanche, TX 76442

325- 330-8081

P.O. Box 482, Comanche, TX 76442

325-330-1301

408 N. Houston Street, Comanche, Tx 76442 (325)-330-3666

129 N Houston St, Comanche, TX 76442

P.O. Box 61, Comanche, TX 76442

(254) 445-3333

Brookshire’s

(325)-356-0170

281-753-1617

Creech Trucking, LLC 491 C R 324, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 356-3584 or (325) 330-1941

Southern Ag. Carrier, Inc 425 Hwy 3381, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 356-1201

VINEYARDS / EVENT CENTER Brennan Vineyards P.O. Box 399, Comanche, TX 76442

(325)-356-9100

Cockrell Vineyards 440 CR 110, Comanche, TX 76442

254-459-1011 / 254-212-9535 c

WELDING Conway Welding 7051 Hwy 67, Comanche, TX 76442

(325)-356-3442

WELDING / CONSTRUCTION Kerley Welding & Construction 1201 S Austin St., Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 330-2355

WELDING / FENCING Comanche Pipe & Steel LLC

402 W. Central, Comanche, TX 76442

407 NW Highway 36, Comanche, TX 76442 (325) 356-5969

Comanche Florist

WINERY

(325) 356-3248

309 W. Grand, Comanche, TX 76442

(325) 356-9377

Broken X Winery 516 Conrad Hilton Blvd, Cisco, TX 76437

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Comanche IMPORTANT NUMBERS

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE (325) 356-3233

CITY HALL (325) 356-2616

FIRE DEPARTMENT (325) 356-2112

POLICE DEPARTMENT (325) 356-2222 ***For an Emergency Call 911***

POST OFFICE

Comanche County Appraisal (325) 356-5253 Comanche County Clerk (325) 356-2655 Comanche County Commisioner (325) 356-2466 Comanche County Sheriff ’s Office (325) 356-7522 Comanche County Tax Assessor Collector (325) 356-3101 Comanche Senior Citizens Center (325) 356-5023 Driver’s License Office (325) 356-3222

(325) 356-3363 Texas State Senate District 24

MUNICIPAL DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT

Senator Dawn Buckingham

(325) 356-2032

Texas State House District 59

(325) 643-1646

Representative J.D. Sheffield (512) 463-0628 Texas Representative Michael K. Conaway (202) 225-3605

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Comanche OUTDOOR PARKS & REC

COMANCHE CITY PARK

LAKE PROCTOR

• Walking tour of tree sculptors • Hiking trails around park with natural wild life to see • Skate park • Soccer fields • Swimming P.O.ol • Pavilions for picnics • Baseball fields • Children play areas • Slides, teeter totters, monkey bars, swings and much more

• Water skiing • Fishing • Boat ramps for the public • Boating • Horseback riding trails • Nature trails • Camping • RV hook ups • Pavilions for family reunions • Cabins for rent • Fishing supplies close to lake • Restaurants and convenience stores nearby

HIGH SCHOOL • Tennis courts open to public • Basketball courts • Soccer fields • Volleyball nets

COMANCHE COUNTY ROPING ARENA • Open for riding your horses • Open for events

COMANCHE COUNTY FAIR GROUNDS • Livestock shows

PAR GOLF COUSE • 18-hole golf course located at Lake Proctor • Bar and restaurant at Par Golf course

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Comanche MEETING FACILITIES > COMANCHE COMMUNITY CENTER

Will seat approx.150 people with tables and chairs (Main Room).

Full kitchen facilities available. 3 bathrooms. NO ALCOHOL or smoking.

Contact: City Hall at 325.356.2616

> COMANCHE CITY PARK

Located at the West edge of Comanche just South of Hwy 67/377.

Lots of beautiful trees, playground areas, and restrooms. 3 large covered pavilions available ~ $50 each.

Advance reservations required for guaranteed space. Campground also in City Park with water & electricity $20 per 24 hour period.

Contact: City Hall at 325-356-2616

> BRENNAN VINEYARDS

Three areas are available for rent: The McCrary House, the Winery, and the Austin House. The Austin House is a 4,000 sq. ft. building designed for events for approx. 25-250 people.

Contact: 325-356-9100

> PAR COUNTRY CLUB

Located at 1658 Hwy 2861 on Lake Proctor (Approx. 8 miles east of Comanche). 300 people. Large dance floor. Table & chairs provided. Kitchen available or catering. 4 bathrooms.

Beautiful views. Plenty of parking.

One night or weekend rates available.

Advance reservations with deP.O.sit required for guaranteed booking.

Contact: 254-879-2296

> MELODY OAKS RANCH

Located in Priddy. 7,000 sq. ft. meeting room ~ tables and seating for 300 ~ full kitchen Heating & air conditioning, outdoor barbecue facilities and P.O.rch ~ Special weekend packages available. RV hookups, outdoor amphitheater, horseshoe pits.

Contact: Gayle at 325-356-5231 or 325-330-0336

> BEST WESTERN Meeting room, holds 30 people, tables, and chairs. NO ALCOHOL AND NO RENTAL after 6 pm Located At: 1505 E. Central Contact: 325-356-2300

> TAQUERIA LOS JUANES PARTY ROOM

Contact: 325-356-5724

> REUNION CENTER Located south of the square at 111 South Austin on the first floor of the Historic Veterans Memorial Building. The 4000 sq. ft. reunion facility includes kitchen, restrooms; performance stage and a single large meeting area which can easily accommodate up to 150 people.

Table, chairs and table cloths provided.

Contact: Mary Boyd 254-592-1911

> THE GATHERING PLACE

Will seat up to 100 people ~ tables & chairs ~ dining table ~ Full kitchen facilities with 2 complete stoves, microwave oven, 2 bathrooms.

Contact: Carolyn Merworth 325- 356-5285 or 254-842-7581

> COMANCHE HOUSING AUTHORITY

Main room will seat approx. 100 people ~ tables & chairs ~ full kitchen ~ 2 bathrooms. DeP.O.sit

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COMMUNITY CENTER

3 rooms available, all 3 will hold 100 people, full kitchen, tables and chairs provided. NO SMOKING OR ALCOHOL

> THE HARVEST RESTAURANT 1

> TOMORROW’S

12 N Austin St, Comanche, TX 76442

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Contact: 325-356-2374

101 E Grand Ave Comanche, TX 76442

> SF RANCH BED

Contact: 325-356-1025

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> GUSTINE

Contact: 325-667-7553

122 N Austin St, Comanche, TX 76442

Heating & air conditioning, outdoor barbecue facilities and P.O.rch ~ Special weekend packages available.

RV hookups451 CR 215 Comanche, Texas 76442

Contact: 254-319-1093

Contact: 254-842-8803

Contact: Trevlin Strong 254-879-2758

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> TEXAS BANK CONFERENCE ROOM

Contact: 325-356-3781

1308 E Central Ave, Comanche, TX 76442 Contact: 325-356-1955

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