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Awards Shower on Teague Thunderstorms and flash flooding did not deter the citizens of Teague as they showed up in force to attend the annual Chamber of Commerce Awards Banquet Thursday, April 9, 2015. Once out of the weather, guests were greeted by the piano music of John Blakely and seated at beautifully decorated tables, adorned with black, white, and silver embellishments. Ricky Sims returned to his favored position as Master of Ceremonies and, following the posting of the colors and Pledge of Allegiance led by Cub Scout Troop 291, signaled the beginning of the banquet. Guests enjoyed a traditional Southern feast of fried pork chops and all the trimmings, complete with peach cobbler, catered by Sam’s Restaurant. Student of the Year Awards from each Teague campus began the ceremony. Principal Shelly Burns of Teague Elementary presented recognitions for her campus
and Teague Intermediate School. Reese Stacks, daughter of Lindy and Collin Stacks, received the plaque for Student of the Year. Teague Intermediate student David Garcia claimed the title of Student of the Year for his campus. David is the son of Elizeth and Oscar Garcia. Principal Drake Paris proudly declared Mychal Shed Teague Junior High’s Student of the Year. Mr. Paris described Mychal as a shining example for his peers, serving as a mentor and volunteer. Mychal is the son of Maya Carter. He aspires to one day attend Kentucky University and play basketball for the Wildcats, but wisely affirms, “I know academics will be the key to my life’s success.” Alie Watson was named Teague High School’s Student of the Year by Principal Clint Skinner. Alie, whose proud parents are Janet and Cliff Watson, will graduate as Valedictorian and has earned
many honors during her time in High School. Alie is a member of the National Honor Society, Hispanic Honor Society, and Lions for the Lord. She was named 2013-2014 Athlete of the Year and participates in sports and cheerleading. Teague Lion Academy proclaimed Jacob Lewis as its Student of the Year. Jacob is the Academy’s first graduate. He is the son of Johnny Lewis. Director Catherine Schmidt described Jacob as a great example for all future Lion Academy students. True to that depiction, Jacob was at work and unable to attend the ceremony. The Teague Volunteer Fire Department was chosen as Organization of the Year. As Fire Chief Jody Bodine accepted the honor on behalf of his Department, the audience applauded
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RECEIVING THE BOYD CUP during the Teague Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Awards Banquet Thurday, April 9th is Charles Day, pictured with former Boyd Cup recipient Lovie Whyte. (Photo by Megan Hempel)
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airfield ISD has called a $3 million Transportation/ M a i n t e n a n c e / Te c h n o l o g y bond election for May 9, 2015. There will be a Community Meeting to discuss the Fairfield ISD Bond Election on Thursday, April 23rd at 7:00 PM in the North Lecture Room at the Johnson Activity Center at Fairfield High School. Information about the bond
election will be shared, and there will be also be a time for questions and answers. All citizens of Fairfield ISD are invited to attend the meeting. If you have any questions about the bond at any time, please contact Rick Edwards by phone at 903-389-2532 or by email at rick.edwards@ fairfield.k12.tx.us.
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Spectacular Shooting Sports Astonishing set-up at Caney Creek Shooting Sports, during the Browning/Briley Mega Blast event that was held over the past week in Teague, Texas! 521 shotgunners laid down $1,000 each for the privilege of shooting clay birds. Caney Creek Lodge offered 1,350 different targets in all. The above photo was shot at night during the Pro Challenge Extravaganza held over a 3-acre lighted pond with the top marksmen competing. Mr. and Mrs. Justin Bounds were first-class hosts. In the Summer of 2016, Caney Creek Lodge will host the U.S. Open. (Photo by Scott W. Marsters, Sr.) ____________________________________________________________________________________________
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idea...an idea that sparked a movement. Established in September of 2000, the Pay It Forward Foundation was established by Catherine Ryan Hyde, author of the inspirational novel Pay It Forward, as a way to inspire
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Carly Fiorina, a Woman of Accomplishment Cal Thomas Letters to the Editor do not necessarily reflect the views of the Freestone County Times Dear Editor, The Children’s Organ Transplant Association (COTA) was founded in 1986 when residents of Bloomington, Indiana, rallied around a toddler who needed a lifesaving liver transplant. In less than eight weeks, the community raised $100,000 to place the boy on the organ waiting list. But the child died before an organ became available. Those community volunteers, along with his parents, turned tragedy into triumph by using the funds they raised to help other transplant families. That was the beginning of COTA. Since that time, COTA has assisted thousands of patients by helping to raise funds for transplant-related expenses. COTA has built extensive volunteer networks across the nation in an attempt to ensure that no child or young adult needing an organ or tissue transplant is excluded from a transplant waiting list due to a lack of funds. COTA needs your help to make sure that tragedies, like the one that was the catalyst in founding COTA, are not repeated.
Every day 21 people die waiting for an organ transplant here in the United States. April is National Donate Life Month. One organ donor can save eight lives. Please register today to become an organ donor by going to www. donatelife.net and registering to be an organ donor in your state. You can do more. Find out how you can help a COTA family living nearby who needs your help by visiting www.cota.org and clicking on the COTA Families link at the top of the page. Rick Lofgren, CFRE President rick@cota.org
The Children’s Organ Transplant Association is a national charity based in Bloomington, Indiana, which is dedicated to guiding communities in raising funds for transplant-related expenses. COTA’s priority is to assure that no child or young adult is denied a transplant due to lack of funds. 100% of all funds raised in honor of patients are used for transplant-related expenses. ____________________
When people speak of “the first woman president” they usually mean Hillary Clinton, who is expected to announce her candidacy soon. But there’s another woman, a Republican, who will shortly vie for the top job. She is Carly Fiorina, former CEO of Hewlett-Packard. The polls don’t register much support for Fiorina, but if people listen to what she has to say, particularly about Hillary Clinton, that could change. In an interview, Fiorina told me that, unlike a male candidate, she could better take on Hillary Clinton: “No matter what that man says, she will play the gender card or the war on women card. She won’t be able to do that with me.” Fiorina believes Clinton has a poor record: “I come from a world where speeches are not accomplishments. Activity isn’t accomplishment. Title isn’t accomplishment. I come from a world where you have to actually do something; you have to produce results. ... (The presidency) is a very difficult job and we ascertain someone’s capability to do the job based not on their great speeches, but on what they’ve actually done.” She thinks the media has overblown Hillary Clinton’s accomplishments and foreign policy experience and
believes her accomplishments are more impressive. In 2012, after leaving HewlettPackard, Fiorina served as the vice chairman of the National Republican Senatorial Committee and is currently chairman of the American Conservative Union Foundation, global ambassador for Opportunity International and board chairman of Good360. She says she has traveled the world and met many world leaders, including the leaders of Saudi Arabia and Vladimir Putin. “Putin is our adversary,” she says, and “a formidable man. Iran is our adversary.” She wants to push back by “doing what our allies have asked us to do. ... The Ukrainians have asked for us to arm them. The Baltic States have asked us to defend them. Our own military people have said we need to reinforce the Sixth Fleet. We ought to rebuild our European missile defenses in Poland. President Obama unilaterally and inexplicably pulled those out.” Fiorina says her meetings with Putin have convinced her of his “lust for power. You can’t push a reset button with him,” a reference to Clinton’s red button theatrics with the Russian foreign minister. “Our allies have asked us to do very specific things that
are wise,” she says. And these are? “Stop talking to Iran ... King Abdullah (of Jordan), who I have also known for a very long time, has asked us for ... bombs and material for support. We haven’t given it to him. The Kurds have asked us to arm them. We haven’t done it. The Egyptians have asked us to share intelligence. We haven’t. ... There are a whole set of things we could be doing that would send a clear signal we stand with our allies and that we’re going to oppose our adversaries. And we’re sending the opposite signals.” On the uproar over Indiana’s Religious Freedom Law, since amended, Fiorina said, “I think it is a typical tactic of liberals to divide and conquer through identity politics.” She calls for “a balanced, tolerant discussion about core principles” that allows people with different beliefs to coexist, rather than government forcing one belief on those who do not share it. Fiorina doesn’t shy away from social issues, noting that some polls show younger people are more pro-life and that a large majority would restrict abortions after 20 weeks. Fiorina is openly Christian, telling me she drifted from faith in her 30s and 40s, but was challenged a few years
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ago by a pastor friend to rediscover Jesus. She said she did and now has “a very personal relationship with Jesus Christ.” She said her faith sustained her through the death of her stepdaughter and her own battle with breast cancer. Such openness and specificity about her faith is likely to endear her to the Republican base. Fiorina is impressive. Whether she can win the nomination, or perhaps the number two spot (which she refuses to talk about) we’ll know soon enough. But watch her in the coming debates and see if you don’t notice a little Margaret Thatcher in her. Like Thatcher, Fiorina is tough and smart. (Readers may email Cal Thomas at tcaeditors@ tribpub.com.) (c) 2015 Tribune Content Agency, LLC. ____________________
Forward and start a ripple effect of good deeds? For more information about how you can help Pay It Forward, contact the Fairfield Chamber of Commerce at 903-389-5792. Or, contact them via email at chamber@ fairfieldtx.com
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By Sheriff Don Anderson Trooper and Fairfield Medic 6 responded to an 18-wheeler in the median on IH-45 near the 184 mile marker. Deputy put up a yearling calf that was out on FM 416 near the Wilderness. Park Ranger booked one into jail for no driver license and no insurance. Trooper booked on into jail for drug possession charges. Deputy booked one into jail on an outstanding warrant for drug possession. Teague Medic 2 transported a 55 year old female with chest pains to the E.R. Deputy met with a complainant on CR 1201 about juveniles that had stolen a private drive sign. Deputy assisted Fairfield P.D. on a welfare check on Oakridge. Deputy was dispatched to the Kirvin area to meet with a complainant about a motherin-law that was refusing to leave. Deputy booked one into jail on a burglary warrant. Trooper assisted a stranded motorist on IH-45 near the 193 mile marker. Deputy met with a complainant on CR 976 about a neighbor’s dog that had attacked the complainants’ pigs. Deputy was sent to a suspicious vehicle report on CR 402. Streetman VFD responded to a report of smoke on Hubbard Street. Streetman VFD advised that the smoke was coming from a controlled burn. Deputy met with complainant on CR 610 in reference to money that was found to be missing from the complainant’s vehicle. Deputy was dispatched to a disturbance in the Kirvin area. The subjects were separated for the night. Deputy was dispatched to a welfare concern request on Hwy 84 W. Deputy assisted a motorist on FM 3059. Trooper and Fairfield Medic 6 responded to a one- vehicle roll-over on IH-45 near the 186 mile marker. Deputies and Trooper responded to a report of large party on CR 1023. Several minor in possession of alcohol citations were issued. Parents were contacted to pick up youth. Fairfield Medic 8 transported a truck driver form FM 2570 to the E.R. that was having
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chest pains. Trooper, Dew VFD, Fairfield Anderson VFD and Don Fairfield Medic 7 were dispatched to a onevehicle roll-over on Hwy 75 S. near CR 404. Fairfield VFD responded to a grass fire on CR 660. Deputy was dispatched to CR 650 to meet with a complainant about an unwanted subject at the residence. One party departed for the night. Park Ranger was dispatched to assist a stranded boater on the lake. Deputy was dispatched to a loud music complaint on CR 916. Deputy was dispatched to put up a loose black cow on FM 80 near CR 841. The owner arrived to assist with the cow. Deputy took a burglary report on Hwy 84 W. Trooper responded to a report of an 18-wheeler with a broken trailer on Hwy 79 near Oakwood. Wortham P.D. was dispatched to a crash at the intersection of Hwy 14 and FM 27. Trooper was dispatched to meet with a motorist in reference to windshield damage from large piece of tire that had blown on an 18 wheeler on IH-45 near the county line. Trooper assisted a stranded motorist near the 183 mile marker of IH-45. Teague Medic 2 and AirEvac were dispatched to transport a 72 year old female to Providence in Waco. Deputy assisted Teague P.D. at a disturbance in the Kilgore Trailer Park. Wortham P.D. was dispatched to W. Colorado to speak with a complainant about a neighbor’s dogs that had jumped a fence to attack the complainant’s dog. Deputy and Trooper responded to CR 665 on a caller’s report that several subjects were taking items from her porch. Fairfield Medic 7 transported an 88 year old female to the E.R. that was having a stroke. Deputy met with a complainant on CR 916 in reference to a stolen lawnmower. Wortham P.D. responded to a disturbance on W. Brazos Street. Wortham VFD assisted Mexia EMS on W. Comal with a resident that was having difficulty breathing. Game Warden was dispatched to a report of an injured deer
-Courthouse Newson the side of the road on Hwy 84 E near CR 521. Fairfield VFD responded to a report of a power line that hanging low on Church Street. Oncor was called to repair the line. Wortham P.D. was dispatched to check on a smoke complaint on E. Main Street. Deputy took a copper theft report on Hwy 75 S. Fairfield Medic 8 transported a nursing home resident to the E.R. that was having chest pains. Deputy met with a complainant on CR 1040 in reference to stolen pipe. Deputy and Trooper responded to CR 1255 on a complaint that an ex-spouse was on the caller’s property without permission. Deputy was dispatched to the 206 exit of IH-45 on a report of a private bus that leaking fuel and smoking. Trooper, Wortham VFD, Streetman VFD and Fairfield VFD were dispatched to crash on IH-45 near the 212 mile marker. Deputy assisted a stranded motorist on the service road near the 203 mile marker of IH-45. Deputy transported one to the Gurney Unit. Fairfield Medic 6 transported a 76 year old female to the E.R. that was experiencing shortness of breath. Fairfield Medic 8 transported a Correctional Officer from the Boyd Unit to the E.R. Wortham VFD was sent to S. 1st to assist a citizen on a report of water flooding out the sinks and toilet. Fairfield VFD responded to a report of a power line that was down on Hwy 75 S. Deputy was dispatched to a disturbance in the Southern Oaks area. The subjects were separated for the night. Deputy was dispatched to an alarm call on CR 404. The alarm had been triggered by inclement weather. Teague P.D. booked one into jail for possession of a controlled substance. Wortham P.D. and Trooper responded to a report of debris that had damaged a car window on IH-45 near the Streetman exit. Wortham P.D. was dispatched to W. San Saba to check on a report of a pit bull that was I the caller’s back yard. Deputy booked one into jail for possession of a controlled substance. Deputy was dispatched to a report of power lines that were down on Hwy 179. Teague P.D. booked one into jail for possession of a controlled substance. Trooper and Dew VFD responded to a report of a vehicle that had hydroplaned on IH-45 near the 202 mile marker. Precinct 2 Commissioner Oaks responded to a report of a tree that was down on CR 701.
Trooper and Dew VFD were dispatched to an overturned truck on the right shoulder of IH-45 near the 193 mile marker. Deputy was dispatched to an alarm call on FM 488. The area was found to be secure. Trooper was dispatched to a report of a truck that was in the ditch on IH-45 near the 195 mile marker. Dew VFD responded to a report of a well that was on fire on CR 671. Dew VFD, Teague VFD and Fairfield Medic 7 responded to a structure fire on CR 683. Deputy booked one into jail on a theft by check warrant. Fairfield P.D. booked one into jail for assault / family violence. Deputy was dispatched to the Southern Oaks area to speak with a complainant on a civil dispute over property. Deputy assisted Teague P.D. on Pecan Street with a disturbance. Deputy was dispatched to CR 711 to put up a brown horse that was running loose. Trooper responded to a onevehicle crash on Hwy 84 E. Deputy, Trooper and Teague P.D. responded to a onevehicle roll over on Hwy 84 W. Deputy was dispatched to a report of a vehicle that had run off the roadway and hit a tree near the 187 mile marker of IH-45. Deputy assisted Fairfield P.D. on Post Oak. Deputy assisted Butler VFD on a report of smoke on FM 489. Deputy transported one from the E.R. to Tyler for mental evaluation. Deputy transported one from the jail to the TDCJ Winnsboro Unit. Deputy escorted a funeral from Bowers in Teague to Shanks Cemetery. Deputy transported one from the E.R. to the Crisis Center in Waco for a mental evaluation. Deputy booked one into jail on a forgery warrant. Trooper, Butler VFD, and Dew VFD responded to a report of a vehicle that was in the ditch on Hwy 75 S. Deputy, Trooper, and Constable assisted Palestine P.D. and Anderson County Trooper locate a vehicle in Oakwood that had been reported as stolen. Deputy was dispatched to CR 1021 to meet with a complainant about subjects that were trespassing and fishing on the complainant’s property. Fairfield Medic 6 transported an offender from the Boyd Unit to the E.R. that was having chest pains. Precinct 2 Commissioner Oaks responded to a report of a large tree that was across the roadway on FM 489. Jail Population – 56 And so it goes… ____________________
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POLICE DEPARTMENT By: Chief of Police Kelly Butler Monthly Report For March 2015: --Total Calls for Service in Wortham: 75 --Total Calls for Service in Streetman: 16 --Total Calls for Service: 91 --Total Offense Reports: 7 --Thefts: 2 --Burglaries of a building: 2 --Assaults: 2 --Criminal Mischief: 1 March turned out to be a very busy month. With the weather warming up and people getting out and staying out longer along with the time change produced a higher call volume. We had a high number of animal complaints due to skunks, loose livestock and dogs running at large. Please remember that your dogs should be kept inside a yard fence, animal enclosure, or dog run. If you place your dog on a chain it must be at least 10 feet long and the dog cannot stay on the chain or rope for more than 3 hours at a time. Please remember that all your animals will need more water as the temperature begins to rise. We also had a high number of disturbances, suspicious persons and activity, and vehicle violations that warranted impounding peoples vehicles. We were
also able to close out several ongoing cases with warrants being issued. Don’t forget that the city wide clean-up is fast approaching, scheduled for Saturday, April 18th. Many people around town have been getting an early start on the clean-up process. Looks like the public works guys will have their work cut out for them but I know they can handle it. I have noticed some people are placing tires out with the items to be cleaned up. Tires and car batteries will not be picked up. You will need to make other arrangements. The recycle location in Streetman I think takes tires but you will have to pay to dump them. I would like to thank the Mayor, Sandra Willard with the Garden Club and Kelly and John Calame for their donations and assistance with the landscaping at the Police Department. We still have some work to do but it is slowly coming along. Public works has been working on the new city park, officially named OIL CITY PARK. They have it looking nice out there. Park rules will be posted soon and hopefully citizens will be able to take advantage of the park this summer. Summer will be here before you know it.
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Obituaries Pete Persons
Funeral services for Mr. Pete Persons, 69, were held on Wednesday, April 8, 2015, at 2:00 p.m. at Bowers Funeral Home in Teague. Bro. Shawn Sifford officiated, and interment followed the services at Shanks Cemetery near Kirvin. Visitation was on Tuesday with the family present from 6:00p.m. until 8:00p.m. at the funeral home. William Edwin (Pete) Persons passed away at his home on the morning of April 6th, 2015. He was born on August 5, 1945 at home in Teague, Texas to Guy and Lillie Mae Persons. Pete entered into the Army in 1965 where he fought in the Vietnam War earning a purple heart and numerous other service awards. He married Sue Dickens on November 14, 1967 and shared over forty-seven years together. Mr. Persons retired from Big Brown Power Plant in 1992 after twenty years of service. After his retirement and his need to always be busy, he did just that working for the City of Teague, 8th Avenue Baptist Church as well as the Teague Independent School District. Pete was an avid deer hunter, loved his kids and grandkids who all referred to him as Poppo. He also enjoyed visiting with his buddies at DAPS. He was a Baptist by faith. He is survived by wife, Sue Persons of Teague; one daughter, Rhonda Craig & husband Kelly of Wortham; two sons Curtis G. Persons & wife Barbara, and Kevin Persons & wife Natalie all of Teague; ten grandchildren, Cord Samuels & wife Kayla, Pamela Persons, Whitney Chrisley, Kimberly Persons, Curtis Persons II, Kateley Beth Craig, Brandon Persons, Kinsey Persons, Kiley Persons, and Easton Persons; one great-granddaughter, Ava Samuels; sisters Maryann Reaves & husband Jerry, and Frances Owens all of Teague; his mother-in-law, LaVerne Senter of Teague; special nephew, Glynn Crossley of Teague as well as many other nieces, nephews and extended family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Guy and Lillie Mae Persons; one brother Guy Persons Jr.; one grandson Nathan Persons; and his father-in-law Nathan Dickens. Please visit our website at www.bowersfuneralhome. net to sign the memorial guestbook or to leave a message for the family. _____________________
Jack C. Patterson Jack C. Patterson, 82, of Fairfield, passed away Saturday, April 11, 2015 in Waco. Funeral services were held 2:00 p.m. Tuesday, April 14, 2015 at Capps Memorial Chapel with Rev. Michael Bedevian officiating. Interment followed at Big Hill Cemetery near Groesbeck. Masonic graveside rites were provided by Fairfield Lodge # 102 A.F. & A.M. Pallbearers were Donald Patterson, David Patterson, Robie Payne, Ryan Montgomery, Jacob Hinson and Ted Nuce. Mr. Patterson was born May 6, 1932 in Limestone County to parents Wood Bridge Patterson and Connie Blakely Patterson. He was a retired independent insurance agent. Jack and his wife Jean were married February 2, 1979 in Bedias, Texas. He had been a Fairfield resident since 1982 having moved from Houston. He was a Past Master and fifty year member of Mart Lodge #636 A.F. & A.M. and a member of Fairfield Lodge #102 A.F. & A.M. He was a 32nd degree Scottish Rite Mason and a member of Karem Shrine Temple in Waco. He was a past president of the Fairfield Kiwanis Club, a member of the Main Street committee in Fairfield and a member of the Fairfield Chamber of Commerce. He was a member of the First UnitedFree Methodist Church of Fairfield where Estimates he held numerous offices. Fully In addition to his Insured parents he was preceded in death by two children, Kathy and Ricky Patterson. Left to cherish his memory is his wife Jean of Fairfield; two children, Jack Patterson, II and wife Patricia of Marlin; Susan Bain and husband Bobby of Waco; two children by marriage, Todd Montgomery and wife Lori of Waco; Kara Brackin and husband Darrell of Granbury; ten grandchildren, Stephanie Nuce, Miranda Little, Ryan Montgomery, Robie Bain, Shelbi Hinson, Casey Bain, Lauren Payne, Kailey Brackin, Lindsey Brackin and Jasper Compton; four great-grandchildren, Wyatt Nuce, Westyn Nuce, Abigail Little and Jackson Little; one brother, D.C. Patterson of Speegleville, TX. To view an online obituary, send a personalized sympathy card, or leave the family a personal tribute, please visit our website at www. cappschapel.com _____________________
Glennie Sue “Susie” Bressie Keeling Glennie Sue “Susie” Bressie Keeling passed away on April 11, 2015. She is survived by her husband of 68 years, Doyle Edward Keeling, of Pasadena, Texas. Susie was born August 6, 1926, in Corsicana, Texas, to Bernice Bressie and Wesley Bressie. She graduated from Corsicana High School, and then attended Texas Women’s University in Denton, Texas, graduating in 1946. Susie and Doyle married on September 6, 1946, following Doyle’s discharge from the U.S. Navy. In addition to husband Doyle, Susie is survived by her son, Glenn E. Keeling of Pasadena; Kitty Keeling McCaig and husband, Albert McCaig, Jr., of Waller, Texas; son Thomas W. Keeling of Deer Park, Texas; three grandchildren, Chad Keeling, Amanda “Blake” Haller and husband Joe, and Donald McCaig and wife Taylor, and two great-grandchildren. Graveside services are scheduled for 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 13, 2015 at Wortham Cemetery in Wortham, Texas with Pastor Don McCaig officiating. An online guestbook is available at www.corleyfuneralhome. com and selecting the Glennie Sue Keeling obituary. _____________________
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2015 First Quarter Rain Fall for Fairfield, Texas Month January February March Totals
Rain Fall (inches) 5.69 1.95 6.58 14.22
Normal Departure 2.84 2.85 3.29 —1.34 3.29 3.29 9.42 4.80
Total Fairfield rain fall for the first quarter of 2015 was 14.22 inches or 4.80 inches above normal as compared to a deficit of 5.02 inches below normal for the first quarter of last year. Although February rain fall was 1.34 inches short of normal, January and March more than made up for the February deficit by each doubling its normal rain fall output. Looking ahead to April, the long-term normal rain fall for April is 3.38 inches. On a shorter term, however, average rain fall for April over the past 20 years (1995—2014)is 3.11 inches. Averages can be distorted some by heavy or small amounts of rain within the averaging period. For example, about 30 percent of the total April rain fall during the 20-year period fell in 1997 (9.85 inches)arid 2009 (10.33 inches). April rain fall came in below normal 14 times during the 20-year period and ranged from 0.61 inches in 2001 to 10.33 inches in 2009. The official normal rain fall data used in this report is for the thirty—year period from 1971 to 2000 and is the latest official normal data available for Fairfield. The 20—year period referenced uses data from 1995 through 2014. Only the data from 1995 through 2007 was collected in an official capacity and with official equipment. Rain amounts from 2008 through 2014 were collected in a $40.00 unofficial rain gauge The above rain fall data was recorded at 263 FM 27 W, Fairfield, TX by Barney Leach, former volunteer co—op weather observer for the National Weather Service. _______________________________________________
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The Texas State Railroad is tapping into the growing popularity of the Steampunk culture with its first Steampunk Express event on April 24, 25 and 26. Steampunk refers to a subgenre of science fiction and sometimes fantasy—also in recent years a fashion and lifestyle movement—that incorporates technology and aesthetic designs inspired by 19th-century industrial steam-powered machinery. Steampunk Express: Cogs, Leather, Lace and Steam will feature four different Steampunk-themed trains over three days, plus a festival on the grounds and live entertainment. --Friday, April 24 - Wine Tasting & Photo Train --Saturday, April 25 – High Tea & Whiskey Tasting --Saturday, April 25 – Victorian Dinner Train & Absinthe Tasting --Saturday, April 25 – Steampunk Festival --Saturday, April 25 – Steampunk Performance --Sunday, April 26 – Victorian Brunch Train The festival will take place from 9am to 6pm on the grounds at the Palestine Depot. It will feature booths and a food vendor. Dance Your Dreams Dancers from Palestine will perform at
11am. Steampunk author Ben Hamby will be on hand all day to sign copies of his books. At 4pm, the Steampunk costume contest will begin. The judges chosen for this event bring different specialties to the contest with expertise in the mechanical age of steam, photography, costuming, the Steampunk culture, and story-telling. And, as any costuming expert knows, good costumes tell a story all on their own. Saturday evening features two very special performances. The first begins at 9:30pm. Carnival Epsilon, a steampunkthemed circus from Tulsa, Oklahoma will perform. They will be followed at 11pm by Darwin Prophet and the Chronus Mirror, a steampunk band from Plano, Texas. Tickets for the festival are $10.00 for adults and $5.00 for children ages 2-12. Tickets for the evening performances are $15.00. Tickets can be purchased on site. Ticket prices vary for the Wine Tasting and Photo Train, High Tea, Whiskey Tasting, Victorian Dinner Train, Absinthe Tasting and Victorian Brunch Train. For more information or to purchase tickets by phone call 903-683-3098 or book online at: https://www.texasstaterr. com/steampunk-express.php ____________________
Fairfield Recycling Set for April 25th Recycling will be collected Saturday, April 25, 2015 from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the Fairfield HS Bus Loop on Post Oak Rd. Accepted items each month include: --paper products: all newspaper, catalogs, magazines, junk mail, cardboard & office/household mixed paper. --plastic: All plastic numbered 1 – 7. --metal: All metal food and beverage cans may be recycled. The community recycle event is sponsored as a partnership between Fairfield ISD Recycle Team, FHS and FJH Interact Club, Fairfield History Club, Detective Bill Madding, Progressive Waste, Fairfield Lions Club, River of Life Community Food Pantry, and the City of Fairfield. Volunteers are always welcome. For more information, contact Nicole Crawford at FHS 903-389-4177, Nicole.Crawford@fairfield.k12.tx.us Next month recycling will be held May 23rd. ____________________________________________
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Sen. Schwertner’s Infectious Disease Preparedness Plan Passes the Texas Senate Based on lessons learned from the Ebola crisis in Dallas, SB 538 makes a number of key changes to the way the state responds to dangerous infectious disease emergencies. This afternoon, the Texas Senate gave its approval to SB 538 by Senator Charles Schwertner, MD (R-Georgetown), which makes a number of key reforms to the way the state of Texas manages and responds to dangerous infectious disease outbreaks. SB 538 passed the Texas Senate by a vote of 26-4 and carried the support of members from both parties. The bill now heads to the Texas House of Representatives for further consideration. “I’m honored to have received such an overwhelming show of support from my Senate colleagues in passing this critical legislation to preserve the health and safety of Texas families,” said Senator Schwertner. “Senate Bill 538 was developed to address a number of weaknesses in our state’s public health response and ensure that Texas is better prepared to protect its citizens moving forward. As Chairman of the Senate Committee on Health
and Human Services, it is one of my top priorities this session.” These new public health measures come on the heels of the state’s recent Ebola scare, following Thomas Eric Duncan’s admission to Texas Presbyterian Hospital in Dallas and subsequent diagnosis as the first confirmed case of Ebola in the United States. While the disease was ultimately contained and a large-scale infection was avoided, the event sparked a new debate about the adequacy of the state’s public health response measures and its preparedness to respond to similar infectious disease
outbreaks in the future. SB 538 was developed based on recommendations from the Texas Task Force on Infectious Disease Preparedness and Response, a team of experts assembled by then-Governor Rick Perry to study the efficacy of Texas’ public health infrastructure. The legislation establishes a clear command structure in future public health emergencies and guarantees hospitals, medical workers, and first responders have the necessary tools to effectively handle the next infectious disease outbreak. ____________________
Spring Sewing Class April 25th Get ready for Spring Sewing with a special class on Saturday, April 25th from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Civic Center in Fairfield, Texas. Learn to use, clean and maintain your machine from Debra Harrod, a quilting instructor. Bring your own machine to participate in this series of classes. Supplies may be purchased the day of class at the Sew-N-Cottage booth at Fairfield Market Days. Tables will be set up on the stage in the Civic Center for the class. For more information, and a supply list, contact Debra at 469-245-9680 or via email to thesweingcottage@yahoo.com Next month’s class will teach you how to make a strip quilt.
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Bullet Train: Pros & Cons ‘Rumors vs. Realities’ Presented by TCP Much speculation has been created about the “Bullet Train” that, if allowed to be built, will carry passengers between Dallas and Houston in approximately 90 minutes. Texas Central Partners (TCP) the private company that will develop the high speed railway, has written a booklet, “Rumors vs. Realities,” that they hope will dispel the negativity that may surround the project with regard to landowner access; right-ofway impacts; community access; property values and tax revenues; burden of emergency response; sound/ vibration concerns; and consumer demand. --Landowner Access: Whether the train tracks are located on an elevated structure or built at ground level, TCP engineers will work to design large, frequent, and conveniently located underpasses or overpasses to allow for the free movement of farm equipment, livestock, wildlife, and vehicle traffic. Approximately 40% will be elevated, and those tracts on the ground will be on a “passthrough berm (separation of two areas).” --Right of Way Impacts: The entire Shinkansen (Japanese Rail, from which this high speed train way is patterned) system requires a width of about 100 feet of right-of-way, or less which includes north and south bound tracks, electrical components, security fencing, and crew access (the width of a 2-lane FM road.
The “footprint” is extremely narrow. Texas allows, but significantly limits, the used of eminent domain proceedings for infrastructure projects and TCP will resort to eminent domain only as a last resort and, would hope to come to mutually agreed terms with the landowners. TCP pledges to acquire the needed property respectfully, negotiating on good faith and engaging in fair and transparent land acquisitions. --Community Access: Overpasses and underpasses will provide easy and convenient roadway access along the entire 240-mile length of the system. Traffic flows for commuters and school bus routes will often actually improve. Police, fire, and EMS will always have a quick and convenient way to get across, and will never have to “drive 10 miles down the road to make a U-turn and head back,” as is the fear. --Property Values & Tax Revenues: TCPs indicates that, in rural counties, the tax benefits that the presence of a privately funded high-speed rail corridor will bring are dramatic. The railway does not have any tax-exempt statuses so they will pay property and school taxes on its tracks, maintenance facilities, substations, and passenger terminals. It will bring in millions of dollars flowing annually to benefit local counties, school
districts, hospital districts, and other taxing entities. They will work with local appraisers to both the governments and the private sector to ensure these are addressed accurately. --Burden of Emergency Response: TCP will support local law enforcement, fire departments and emergency medical systems to prepare for emergencies – without burdening taxpayers so that first responders along the entire route are fully trained and equipped. The Shinkansen has an astonishing actual real-world safety record of over 50 years of operations without a single loss-of-life incident. This emergency/medical training will also benefit local residents along the entire route. --Sound & Vibrations: It is designed to operate in harmony and in close proximity to homes and businesses; reducing sound levels is a priority. The system will have sophisticated and attractivelydesigned sound shields, and earthen berms, with extensive trees, bushes, and other vegetation. TCP is committed to identify and implement design and mitigation measures that will reduce any noise impacts on the system. --Taxpayer Protection: Taxpayers will not, ultimately, subsidize the project, according to TCP. They will not accept taxpayer subsidies or government bailouts. TCP
Legislation Proposed to Block Eminent Domain “There is nothing more sacred in Texas than the right to own private property. How secure is that right if a private, politically powerful, high speed rail company can use their influence and the power of government to condemn and confiscate the landowner’s property from them?” says Dan Agan, private citizen and President of Texans Against High Speed Rail, regarding the potential use of eminent domain in order to acquire property for the develop of the “bullet” train. Help for citizens like Mr. Agan may come from the 84th Texas Legislature, meeting in Austin, Texas. Senate Bill 1601, that would block the use of eminent domain for the high speed rail project, cleared the Senate Transportation Committee by a 5 – 4 vote and will now be heard in the full Senate. Bob Eckels with Texas Central Partners (TCP), the private company promoting the development of high speed railing, fears that the bill could block all plans
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moving forward. He indicated that federal assistance could be sought, but, TCP, being a Texas company, has said that they do not want to resort to that. “I don’t believe the federal law alone will give us the authority to build this project,” Mr. Eckels has conceded. In anticipation of a request by TCP for federal assistance through Surface Transportation Board (STB) to enforce eminent domain, Texas State Senators: Brian Birdwell, Brandon Creighton, Lois Kolkhorst, Robert Nichols, and Charles Schwertner, as well as State Representatives: Byron Cook, Trent Ashby, Cecil Bell, Jr., Kyle Kacal, Mark Keough, Will Metcalf, John Raney, Leighton Schubert, and John Wray, signed a letter on April 10th to the Texas Congressional Delegation asking them to preemptively oppose any application of TCP to the STB. The letter reads in part, “for the rural counties impacted by the proposed routes, the project only serves as a detriment. Although
rural counties may benefit from a few jobs during the construction phase, the longterm costs far outweigh any temporary benefit. This project holds real consequences for rural constituents, their property and their livelihoods. Private property interests will be taken by eminent domain. Farm and ranchland, often held by families for generations, will be divided, creating a loss in access and a loss in revenue for those who rely on farming and ranching to make a living. The value of nearby land will decrease due to sight, noise and restricted use of property caused by the high-speed rail.” As for SB1601, what happens when it comes to the full Texas Senate is unclear and, if passed, it would then have to face the less conservative Texas House. However, with all nine counties in the route’s path firmly united in opposition to the project, ultimately, the local governments may defeat the project. Mary McDonald reporting. ____________________
indicates that they are quite comfortable with this belief. They have included a substantial cash reserve fund to cover any potential losses during the project’s first years of operation. --Consumer Demand: TCP believes that future travel between Dallas and Houston will increase dramatically. They indicate that the benefit to the Bullet train over other modes of transportation will be flexibility in boarding times, as the trains will run every 30 minutes; fares are competitive with air travel; depart and arrive on time, no matter what the weather is; no hassle with airport security; no middle seats; no congested highways; arrive in 90 minutes; and disembark closer to the final outer-loop or downtown destination. TCP, a privately owned American company, feels that the high speed rail will pump billions of dollars in outside investments into the Texas economy. They see it as being a good thing for Texas and Texans. Open invitational meeting are being held in Corsicana on April 17th in the 100F Event Center at 8:00 p.m. On April 18th, three Open House are planned: 1) Teague High School at 3:30, 2) Jewett Civic Center at 7:30 p.m., and 3) Mexia Convention Center at 11:30 a.m. Mary McDonald reporting. ____________________
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Fairfield VFD Seeks to Form Auxiliary/Reserves Fairfield Volunteer Fire Department announces a meeting this Thursday, April 16th at 7:00 p.m. at the fire house to discuss the formation of an Auxiliary/Reserve organization. “Parents, siblings, friends, male female, old or young -everyone can help,” says Rich Schaufert. This is a brand new group that would help the Fire Department provide better service to the community. The meeting, and membership, is open to anyone, any age and any background. You do not have to be a resident in order to participate. “Please join me to form a group to help us ‘be all that we can be’ and have some fun too, Says Schaufert. For questions, ask a firefighter, or call Rich Schaufert at 903-480-4148.
Levingston Speaks to Tau Chapter Regarding Child Care
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DIRECTOR OF KIDS KARE ACADEMY in Groesbeck, Ms. Jackie Levingston, receives certificate of appreciation for her program from Tau Chapter President Alicia Smith. (Photo submitted by Martha Kirgan) _______________________________________________ Tau Chapter Delta Kappa Gamma Society International met April 7th at Gibbs Library in Mexia. President Alicia Smith opened the meeting and introduced Donna Landers, who gave the inspirational. Dr. Lisa Rogers introduced the guest speaker, Ms. Jackie Levingston, the director of the Kids Kare Academy of Groesbek I.S.D. which was opened in 1996. Mrs. Levingston stated “Child care is ever changing. It is more care than a warm body.” Ms. Levingston said there are four types of child care: family home (foster care), regular child care, licensed child care and a child care center. Each is regulated by the state and the number of children that each care facility can maintain. The Kids Kare Center is classified as a level four top center and is a year round program funded by Groesbeck ISD, which serves breakfast, lunch and a snack and uses the Frog Street program for instruction. The center is open to the children of the faculty of Groesbeck ISD and the general public. Each staff member at the Academy must have thirty hours annual training and be certified in first aid and CPR. The director must have 36 hours of annual training.
Following the program, Virginia Riddle, who attended the Leadership Seminar sponsored by Alpha State, reported on the activities that were conducted by the state officers. Thirty DKG members from around the state are chosen to attend the seminar and all applicants attended. President Smith conducted a short business meeting. She then reminded the members of the Founders Day luncheon at the Indigo Hotel in Waco May 2nd, that will also include the Waco DKG chapters. The guest speaker will be Dr. Shirley Richardson, the first female Texas Commissioner of Education, who now resides in Groesbeck. Another reminder was for members to register and attend the Alpha State Convention, June 25-28 in San Antonio at the Hyatt. The members are to bring school supplies for the Unifying Project and a tote to share. A silent auction was held for the Caroline Forsythe Grantin-Aid which aids the zero year teachers in the seven school districts in FreestoneLimestone County. Belinda Cotton won the door prize. The meeting adjourned with the singing of the Delta Kappa Gamma Song. ____________________
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Continued from 1-A service of all past and present volunteer firefighters. Humanitarian of the Year was awarded to Chris Nickleberry. “When I was thinking of this award, the first person I thought of was Chris Nickleberry,” shared presenter Linda Steen. Mr. Nickleberry is a beloved coach at Teague High School. Aside from his athletic duties, he also serves as youth pastor at House of Prayer Church and is a member of the Teague City Council. He takes a special interest in counselling families in need and works closely with Young Men for Christ. His wife, Elizabeth, described
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him as a dedicated servant of the community, always available to give guidance or assist with any situation. Together the couple has four children. An active member of the community, James Monks was named Teague’s Citizen of the Year. Mr. Monks served three terms on the City Council and has held many county and city level law enforcement positions. As a long time Scoutmaster, Mr. Monks boasts one of the highest records in the area for leading scouts to the rank of Eagle Scout. Mr. Monks credits his success
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Students of the Year Chosen by Teague ISD teague isd’S sTUDENTS OF THE yEAR received top honor at the Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Awards Banquet Thursday, April 9, 2015. Pictured (clockwise from bottom left) with presenter Elementary School Principal Shelly Burns are students Reese Stacks (Elementary) and David Garcia (Intermediate). Mychal Shed, Junior High Student of the Year, poses with proud Principal Drake Paris. Principal Chris Skinner presents Teague High School senior Alie Watson with her Student of the Year Award. (Photos by Megan Hempel) ____________________________________________
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Continued from 7-A to the support received from his devoted wife, Wyma, and their four children. A very special recognition was presented to State Powerlifting Champion Ryan Mitchell. Coach Joel Scott shared this inspiring athlete’s commitment to bettering himself, recalling how, after placing sixth in competition last year, Mitchell dedicated himself to obtaining champion standing. “We knew all year long that he was going to get it,” said Coach Scott. “We had no doubt!” Receiving the prestigious Boyd Cup was Charles Day. Mr. Day is well known for his generosity and charitable demeanor, described as someone who is always doing something to benefit others. He is an active volunteer delivering Meal on Wheels, even leaving his own home on Thanksgivings provide holiday meals in Waco. He is well known for standing in the street at Main Street and 4th Avenue collecting donations for the Lord’s Community Storehouse’s annual food drives. Mr. Day has also sponsored several people to receive care from the Scottish Rite Hospital, Shriner’s Hospital, and the Knights Templar Eye Foundation. He even collects recyclable cans in his trailer on 4th Avenue and Cedar Street, which he drives to Waco to sell for the benefit of the Shriner’s Hospital System for Children. The Karem Shrine of Waco has awarded him Fund Raiser Emeritus status, for his incredible contributions to the
Scottish Rite and Shriner’s Hospitals. An avid community volunteer, Mr. Day also provides “Fantastic Teeth Day” promoting proper tooth care among Teague and Dew Elementary students. He also helps to present a fire safety program. Mr. Day currently serves as President of the Veterans Board of the Teague Remembrance Park. He credits his support to wife, Catherine, who is always supportive of his desire to help others. President Rhonda Jones gave the Chamber of Commerce’s yearly report, sharing that the Chamber hosted four ribbon cuttings, with one scheduled for April 23rd at Teague Nursing and Rehabilitation. The Chamber’s next event will take place in June as the Hoe Down kicks off the Teague Rodeo. As always, the Chamber will host Parkfest in October followed by Christmas festivities in December. Economic Development Corporation (EDC) Director Bill Elliott gave a review of his organization’s work over the last year. He reported that several businesses in the area have taken advantage of the EDC’s Façade Program, with CITIZEN OF THE YEAR James Monks recognizes his family and peers for allowing him to serve the Teague community. work currently ongoing at The __________________________________________________________________________________________________ Painted Pony downtown. Mr. Elliott announced the upcoming arrival of Teague’s newest business, an Exxon Service Station complete with Sonic restaurant. Together Jones and Elliott reminded guests of their organizations’ need for community volunteers and expressed their appreciation for citizens’ continued support throughout the years. Megan Hempel reporting. _____________________
HUMANITARIAN OF THE YEAR Chris Nickleberry gives an inspirational speech as he accepts his award. Mr. Nickleberry diligently serves his community as a coach for Teague High School and a youth pastor at House of Prayer Church. ____________________________________________
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Daisy Troop #7011 Give Stuffed Animals, Toys to First Responders Working toward their Community Service Badge, members of Daisy Troop #7011 delivered items to both the Freestone County Sheriff’s Department and Fairfield Emergency Medical Service on Wednesday, April 8, 2015. “It’s so they won’t be afraid,” one of the girls told Detective Clay Aldrich, when they presented stuffed animals, match box cars and books to the Sheriff’s Department. Also accepting the donations were Records Clerk Sheena Wimberley and Administrative Assistant Lisa Robertson. Three boxes of Girl Scout cookies were given to the officers for “the great job they do for the community.” At Fairfield EMS, Daisy troop members were treated to a tour by Paramedic Kevin Markham and EMT Tyler
Tucker. These Kindergarteners and First Graders were excited to sit inside one of the ambulances. Stuffed animals, as well as cookies for the emergency personnel, were given by the troop. “We picked something the girls could relate to,” says Troop Leader Cindy Ploch, concerning the community service project. Daisy Troop #7011 meets 3:30 p.m. every Wednesday at the Girl Scout hut in Fairfield, Texas. For information about joining, contact Cindy at 903388-9553. On the other hand, if you are looking for more Girl Scout cookies, you might ask Kevin Markham. He was last seen at Fairfield EMS with a box behind his back! Karen Leidy reporting. _____________________
Helping Fairfield EMS serve the Freestone County community are members of Daisy Troop #7011, who presented stuffed animals to help comfort young patients. The girls (left-right): Cadence Walker, Caleigh Taylor, MacKenzi Willard, Katlyn Plock and Lyndsey Long also presented Girl Scout cookies to the hard-working Emergency Responders (l-r): Tyler Tucker – EMT, Kevin Markham – Paramedic, Erica Campbell – EMT Basic, and Laramie LaRue – EMT Basic. (Photos by Karen Leidy) _______________________________________________________________________________________________
Getting a first-hand peek at the inside workings of an ambulance are members of Daisy Troop #7011. Paramedic Kevin Markham (left) and EMT Tyler Tucker (middle) talked to the girls last week when they stopped by with donations of stuffed animals and Girl Scout cookies. ____________________________________________________________________
Contributing stuffed animals, Match Box cars and books to the Freestone County Sheriff’s Department as Daisy Troop #7011 (left-right): Katlynn Ploch, Caleigh Taylor, Cadence Walker, Lyndsey Long and MacKenzi Willard. The toys will be used by Sheriff’s Deputies to calm children during emergency situations, such as a car accident. Three boxes of Girl Scout cookies were also presented, to share among the law enforcement officers. Thanking the girls for their donations are (l-r) Administrative Assistant Lisa Robertson, Records Clerk Sheena Wimberley and Detective Clay Aldrich. Not pictured is Daisy Troop member, Skylar Cook. _______________________________________________________________________
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April is Child Abuse Prevention Month Working to bring awareness and prevention of Child Abuse are members of the Freestone County Child Protective Services Board and County leaders, as April is Child Abuse Prevention Month. They are front row (left – right): Cynthia Gage, Pilar Harris, Katherine Jackson, Cynthia Shed, and Lovie Whyte. Middle row (l-r): Karen Daniels, County Judge Linda Grant, Wayne Williams, Shindera Jackson, and Daphne White, Top row (l-r): County Sheriff Don Anderson, County Commissioner Bodie Emmons, County Commissioner Luke Ward, Sr., and County Commissioner Craig Oakes. (Photo by Mary McDonald) ______________________________________________________________________________________________
April was first declared Child Abuse Prevention Month by presidential proclamation in 1983. Since then, it has been a time to acknowledge the importance of families and communities working together to prevent child abuse. In 2013, 679,000 children were victims of child abuse in US and Puerto Rico with 1,484 deaths due to abuse or neglect Most child abuses can be prevented when community programs and systems are engaged and supportive. A Community that cares about early childhood development, parental support, and maternal mental health is more likely to foster nurturing families and healthy children. Two state agencies, the Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) and Department of State Health Services (DSHS), that work to protect the health and safety of Texans, have teamed up on an analysis of child abuse deaths and a plan to help prevent them. They are building upon past data to connect adverse childhood experiences to health outcomes in adults and find that child abuse is a public health issue, and a community problem that can only be attacked with community solutions. The research showed: --Nearly eight percent of all sleep-related deaths were due to neglect. --About six percent of motor vehicle deaths were due to neglect, with most of those either children left in hot cars or cases where an unsupervised child was struck and killed by a car. --Eight children in the Dallas/ Fort Worth area died in hot cars, compared to 16 in all the rest of the state in 2013. --San Antonio/New Braunfels (17), Midland/Odessa (5), and Beaumont/Port Arthur (9) had higher than expected numbers of sleep-related deaths due to neglect. --Many of the risk factors for child abuse deaths are also known risks for domestic violence.
--Infants who died from sleeprelated neglect were likely to have a mother who smoked during pregnancy. DFPS and DSHS plan to develop programs to target these areas. Two-thirds of mothers, whose children died of abuse or neglect, also received Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) benefits while pregnant. Therefore, the study recommends a pilot in WIC clinics in areas with high rate of sleep-related deaths, due to neglect, and train clinic employees on safe sleep strategies and, if necessary, refer pregnant mothers who need help to quit smoking. In the DFW area, where most of the hot-car deaths occurred, intense public awareness and educational efforts are planned. You can help by: --Get to know your neighbors. Problems seem less overwhelming when support is nearby. --Help a family under stress. Offer to babysit and help with chores and errands. --Reach out to children in your community. A smile or a word of encouragement can mean a lot. --Be an active community member. Lend a hand at local schools, community or faithbased organizations, children’s hospitals, social service agencies, or other places where families and children are supported. --Keep your neighborhood safe. Start a Neighborhood Watch or plan a local “National Night Out” community event. You will get to know your neighbors while helping to keep your neighborhood and children safe. --Learn how to recognize and report signs of child abuse and neglect. Reporting your concerns may protect a child and get help for a family who needs it. Contact any member of the Freestone County Child Protective Services Board to learn more about ways you can help. Mary McDonald reporting. ______________________
Art League Meets Saturday The Freestone County Art League will meet at 10:00am until around 12:00 noon on Saturday, April 18, 2015, at the Church of Christ Fellowship Hall at 1001 North Eighth Avenue, Teague, TX. This will be a paint-along sunrise landscape scene with Carl Puett, so please bring your art supplies and the basic paint colors for mixing them to use. If you have any questions, call Carl Puett or Barbara Vest.
Hostesses will furnish refreshments. The meeting is open to the public and members are encouraged to invite and/or bring guests. Also, just a reminder that dues of $15.00 will be due and payable in April or May for next year beginning in September 2015 through May 2016. “Hope to see everyone at the meeting,” say Barbara Vest, Freestone County Art League Program Chairman. _____________________
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Developing educational programs based on community needs is the foundation of Texas A&M AgriLife Extension’s success. Providing solutions to county problems and issues will allow AgriLife Extension to remain viable to constituents. What could be more important to AgriLife Extension than listening to its “customers” – the people of Texas? Our ability to meet educational needs depends on knowing what local residents see as their issues that impact their lives. There is no way to know the answers to these
questions unless they are asked. Therefore, Extension will involve the Leadership Advisory Boards in a process to ask residents what is important to them – the 2015 Texas Community Futures Forum. Freestone County will host a forum April 21, 2015 at 6pm at the Fairfield Conference Center to identify locally relevant issues. They ask that all interested residents attend this Forum to help identify the issues in Freestone County. For more information or to RSVP contact the Freestone County Extension Office at 903-3893436.
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Freestone Cancer Support Group (FCSG), one of 5 organizations that benefit from Community National Bank & Trust employees’ “Casual for Charity” fundraiser gratefully, accept a check for $500 on April 9th. Representing the bank and the FCSG are back row (left – right): Vice President - Teresa Vandiver, Sr. Vice President – Jason Hullum, Joy McAdams, Fran Collier, Bettye Trask, Pat Wiggins, Darlene Jones, Betty McGinn, Ayde Garcia, and Jerriann Terry. Front (l-r): Linda Steen, Spain Trask, Janet Bulger, and Stacii Lane. (Photo submitted)
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Freestone County Fair would not be complete without the Home & Garden Show. You may be asking yourself why they are telling me this now, well it’s never too late to plan ahead. We have implemented several new categories and a few new rules. We are recommending that you fill out and turn in your entry form and fee to the Extension Office located at 440 E. Main Street in Fairfield by May 29 however a late entry will be accepted the day of check in. We know this will require some forethought however this will help us create a more professionally organized project show for our contestants and spectators. If you are struggling for ideas for the fair you may try to do some research on Pinterest they have some pretty crafty ideas on that website. With the push to go Green you may even think “repurposed” there are so many inexpensive ways to be crafty and creative. I can guarantee you have probably already done the work, did you go to a painting party at the Armadillo Emporium? If so those paintings could be entered into the show. Are you new potted plants looking spectacular? We have a division for that. There is so many ways for everyone to get involved in the
Home & Garden Show. As we did last year we will also be charging an entry fee. This entry fee helps us to give cash prizes to winners as well as help with supplies for the show; fees are $3 per entry if registered by May 29 or $5 per entry at the door the day of check in. Remember you can only enter one item per class in each division. While we are talking about winners and prizes, I want to mention we will have some new prizes this year in addition to the ribbon and cash! NEW THIS YEAR! Entry forms and Rule Books are now available ONLINE! You can find and print those from the Freestone County Fair & Rodeo website at http://freestonecountyfairandrodeo. com select the Home and Garden tab and it will take you to the appropriate page where the items can be downloaded and printed. If you prefer to have an old fashioned paper copy of the rule book and entry form those will be available at the county agents office at 440 East Main Street Fairfield, TX or by contacting Laura Craddick at 903-390-8651. Something else new this year is that all of our entries including baked goods and Go Texan Quilts will be checked in on Monday June
15, check in times are from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. It is vital we have all entries no later than noon on June 15 as our set up will be quick and judging will be completed on Monday June 15 as well. Additionally, the building will be open Tuesday – Friday from 9am – 8pm for viewing of exhibits. There will be a silent auction of the baked goods on Tuesday June 16 from 5-7pm! PROFESSIONALS… If you are interested in displaying items in our Home & Garden Show please contact Laura Craddick, we would love to showcase some of your talents as well. We will also be accepting applications for educational booths. These booths need to be educational in content, no sales. Personally this has always been one of my favorite times of year in Freestone County and I can’t wait to see all of the incredible projects, shows and exhibits this year. If you have questions concerning the Home & Garden Project Show or if you would be interesting in helping out with the show please contact Laura Craddick at 903-390-8651. We are currently needing several volunteers to help us out with this program
Charlie with his donkey, Smokey, came through Fairfield, Saturday, April 4th, while touring Texas. He finances his trip by picking up cans along the roadways. His next stop will be in Bryan to visit a friend then on to Brenham, Texas for some Blue Bell Ice cream. From there, he is not sure. (Photo by Mick McDonald) ________________________________________________________________________
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BBQ & Cake Auction Wortham VFD will host their Annual BBQ & Cake Auction on Saturday, May 2, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. Cost is $10 for Adults, $6 for Children. Door prize will be given away. Mark your calendars and come out to support your Wortham Volunteer Fire Department.
City-Wide Clean Up April 18th in Wortham Wortham will hold a Citywide Clean Up on Saturday, April 18, 2015. A garbage truck will go house to house between 7:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. One will also be located on 2nd Street (next to Gymnastics Bldg) during that time. Residents will need to provide a drivers license and
Wortham City water bill for disposing on 2nd Street. Items NOT accepted include Freon, batteries, tires, motor oil, gasoline, paint, paint cans, pesticides or any hazardous materials of any kind. For more information, contact Wortham City Hall at 254-765-3319. _____________________
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Caliber Collision to Donate Six Cars to Veterans Veteran, active duty military personnel and first responder families in DFW and Austin who have sacrificed for our freedoms and are now struggling with basic transportation needs now have the opportunity to qualify for a free, refurbished car from Caliber Collision over the next three weeks. hrough its Caliber Foundation, the collision repair company, headquartered in Lewisville, will be donating five vehicles in Dallas and one in Austin as part of their Recycled Rides program. The vehicles will be presented Memorial Day Weekend, May 24 and 25, at Mr. Frank Bonner of “Bonnerville” is up to his old tricks again, tricking those coyotes the annual Carry The Load into his numerous traps. For bait, Frank incorporates a plethora of prize goats, which are Memorial March events in well protected from these pugnacious predators. (Photo by Scott W. Marsters, Sr.) Austin and Dallas. _______________________________________________________________________
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Carry The Load’s mission is to restore the true meaning of Memorial Day with programs that connect civilians to our Military and First Responders, as well as their families, who have sacrificed to ensure our freedoms. This is the third year that Caliber Collision has donated vehicles during the annual Carry The Load Memorial March events but the first year it is accepting nominations for recipients from the general community. “Caliber Collision is a proud supporter of the many brave men and women who serve and protect us and many times, paid the ultimate sacrifice to protect our freedom,” said Steve Grimshaw, Caliber Collision CEO. “This year we made the commitment to increase our support of the families who have truly carried the load for us. That’s why we’re giving the Dallas/Ft. Worth community at large an opportunity to nominate families they feel are deserving and in need of reliable transportation.” Nominations are now being accepted online at www. CaliberCollision.com and can be submitted on behalf of friends, family members, neighbors, co-workers, or self-nominated. The final recipients must have a valid driver’s license, safe driving record, and be able to insure the donated vehicle. Deadline for nominations is Friday, May 1. Final selection will be made by the Carry The Load Non Profit Partner selection committee in conjunction with Caliber Collision. The goal of the Caliber Recycled Rides program is to provide reliable transportation to help individuals in need, find or maintain employment, take care of their families and improve their quality of life. Caliber Collision teammates volunteer personal time to refurbish the vehicles with the help of collision industry partners who donate parts and materials. “We are thankful for and appreciate the sacrifices of each and every veteran, military service member and first responder who has given their lives for our greater
good,” said Grimshaw. “We are committed to give back to these heroes’ families by providing reliable transportation that helps restore them to the rhythm of their lives.” In addition to donating the vehicles, Caliber Collision is also a corporate sponsor of Carry The Load’s Dallas Memorial March and Austin Memorial March. Many of the company’s teammates will be participating in Carry The Load walks, held at Reverchon Park in Dallas and at Reveille Peak Ranch in Burnett, Texas, to raise additional funds to support their mission to restore the true meaning of Memorial Day. n the past three years, Caliber Collision has donated more than 60 vehicles nationwide. Caliber plans to donate at least 25 more vehicles in 2015 to military service members, veterans and first responders as a way to give back to the communities that Caliber serves. Caliber Collision is one of the largest collision repair companies in America with 269 I-CAR Gold Class Professional certified collision repair centers across 13 states. Caliber is consistently ranked among the highest customer satisfaction scores in the industry and backs all repair work with a written, lifetime warranty available at any of its 269 repair centers. For more information about Caliber Collision, please visit our website at www. calibercollision.com and follow us on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube. Carry The Load is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 2011 by two former Navy SEALs. Carry The Load’s mission is to restore the true meaning of Memorial Day by remembering, honoring and celebrating the sacrifices made on our behalf by America’s military, law enforcement, fire and rescue personnel, as well as their families. Funds raised during Memorial May allow to grow its vision and execute is mission, as well as provide existing non-profits with valuable visibility, resources and meaningful connections.
Piano Walk Grows
in Downtown Fairfield A fifth piano has been painted on site, on the west side of the Freestone County courthouse square, by Karen Leidy, Editor of the Freestone County Times. The newest piece is part of the Fairfield Piano Walk, designed to encourage visitors to linger (and shop) in the downtown area. If you have a piano to donate to the project, or would like to volunteer your painting talent, contact the Fairfield Chamber of Commerce at 903-389-5792. (Photo by Megan Hempel) _____________________________________________
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Tennis Matches for Wortham & Fairfield Cole Shivers of Wortham High School took the singles title at the district tennis meet. After defeating Cody McCaleb of Kerens, he advanced to the semifinal to take on Seth Morris of Hubbard. Shivers dominated the semifinal with a 6-1, 6-0 win to advance to the tournament final. The opponent was Bobby Dunn of Kerens and the match was close. Shivers took the opening set 6-4 and lost the middle set 4-6. The final set went to Shivers 6-4 and he earned the district championship. The regional tournament will be in Corsicana on April 21st and 22nd. Zach Jones and Jayce Black are alternates for the regional tournament
with a third place finish in the doubles division. The Wortham team took second overall in the district tournament. The team members are Cole Shivers, Zach Jones, Jayce Black, Hunter Miller, Boone Crider, Logan Capers and Logan Salisberry. Brook Salisberry played in the ladies division. The Fairfield Tennis teams had their district competition in Groesbeck and Gracie Awalt and Rowan Prihoda finished fourth in mixed doubles. Brooke Bossier and Arron Pfleeger reached the quarterfinals as did Will Cook and Evan Jameson in boy’s doubles. Jane Turchi and Brooklynn Wilson reached the quarterfinals in girl’s doubles.
The remaining players for the Fairfield teams were Jennifer Baez and Linda Cain in the mixed doubles division. Matthew McCully and Sean Spain competed in the boys doubles. The junior varsity also competed in the district tennis tournament and Jennifer Espinoza and Olivia Wilson reached the quarterfinals in girl’s doubles and SeaEun Kim and Britani Olgesbee finished fourth in that division. Konstantinos Barker and Kasidee Rumsey finished fourth in the mixed doubles division and Payton Carter Hannah Thibodeaux reached the quarterfinals. Scott Batts reporting. _____________________________
Making the stop to hold the runners is Fairfield’s Shelby Wallace. Fairfield Lady Eagles dominated Madisonville 10-7 and is in a solid post season position.
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The Fairfield Lady Eagles crept closer to the post season with a defeat of the Madisonville Lady Mustangs and dominating win over the Palestine Lady Cats last week. The 10-7 and 13-0 wins put Fairfield in a solid post season position as the regular season winds down. The Lady Eagles put six runs on the board in the first inning and held on to win the game even though the Lady Mustangs chipped away at the lead. Kayla Mitchell had a three run home run in the first followed by a sacrifice fly by Jennifer Reed. Kaci Bachtel
drove in Caitlynn Stone on an RBI double in the third inning. Fairfield took the lead with a run in the first inning and then took over the game with four runs in each of the next three innings to end the game via the run rule. Caitlynn Stone drove in Kaci Bachtel in the first with a passed ball advancing Bachtel. Jennifer Reed posted an RBI double for a hit in the fourth inning. Bachtel picked up the win in the circle with a one hit shutout. She had seven strikeouts and walked only two in five innings. Scott Batts reporting. _____________________
Great Effort Against State Ranked Team by WHS Bulldogs
Hitting a nice RBI single for Wortham is Jordan Lansford (above) in a great game against top ranking Riesel where the Bulldogs lost by only one point. Rounding First Base for his RBI double against Riesel Saturday, April 11, 2015 is Trent Williams (at left). Final score: Wortham 4, Riesel 5. (Photos by Jennifer Lansford) ___________________________________
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Wortham 8th Grade Medal Winners are (left – right): Jayde Hamilton – 5th High jump 200, 4th 4 x200, 4th 4 x400, and 4th Long Jump; Hallie Fautt - 1st 800, 3rd High Jump, 4th 4x100, 4x200, and 4th Triple Jump; Ashley Mao - 3rd 300 hurdles, 4th 100 hurdles, 4th 4 x200, and 6th long and triple jumps; David Cortez - 2nd 2400 and 6th 1600; Evan Ray – 3rd 400, and 2nd 100 hurdles; Dakota Widenor - 1st Pole Vault, 1st 300 hurdles, 1st 1600 and 1st 800; TaTa Felder - 4th 100, 4th 4 x100, and 4th 4 x200; and Kayla Echartea - 5th Shot Put and 4th 4 x100.
Students Invited to Say ‘Thank You’ No matter the uniform, Freestone County Times appreciates the service of “Our Everyday Heroes” to the community. We will be celebrating our local law enforcement, volunteer firefighters and emergency responders with a special publication this coming month. The “Times” would like to invite 4th and 5th grade students from Freestone County to write a letter to one of their heroes and summit them to our newspaper. We will publish some of our favorites. Other letters will be personally delivered to the County Sheriff’s Department,
City Police Departments, Constables and others, as well as various Volunteer Fire Departments and Emergency Medical Service teams. Letters must be received by Wednesday, April 22, 2015 in our office at 401 E. Commerce Street in Fairfield, Texas. Emailed submissions may be sent to news@ freestonecountytimes.com with the subject line “Everyday Heroes.” We hope you will join us in honoring those who serve and protect our community. For questions, contact Editor Karen Leidy at 903-389-NEWS (6397).
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Boys of Spring Wortham 7th Grade Medal winners in track top (left – right) are: Zakary Widenor- 2nd 2400, 2nd discuss 4th 4 x100 and 4 x200; Hunter Holt - 2nd discuss; Will Boswell - 3rd Hurdles, 4th 4 x100 4 x200; Jackson Tucker - 4th 4x200; Logan Harris - 4th 4 x100; Demarcus Bullard - 4th 4x 100 and 4 x 200; Bottom (l-r): Samatha Wright - 4th 4 x100, 3rd 4 x200, 3rd Discuss, and 5th Shot Put; Rylie Goolsby - 5th 100 hurdles, 6th 300 hurdles, 5th triple jump; Jessica Black - 4th 4 x100 and 4th 4x400; Samatha Lee - 3rd 800, 6th 1600, and 4th 4 x400; Slylar Phillips - 1st 110 Hurdles, 1st 300 hurdles, 3rd 4 x 200, and 3rd High Jump; Sara Yabarra - 1st shot Put, 2nd discuss, and 4th 4 x400; and Meagan Whaley - 3rd 100 hurdles , 4th 300 hurdles, 4th 4 x100 and 5th triple jump. 7th girls came in 2nd overall with 115 points behind Cross Roads. (Photos by Jennifer Lansford) _____________________________________________
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Nomination Forms Accepted for Gifted, Talented Program
CROWNED BY THEIR PEERS, Teague High School students Robbie West and Abbey Hurst were named Prom King and Queen for 2015. (Submitted by Monte Calame) _________________________________________________________________
Students in Fairfield ISD may be nominated for the Gifted and Talented Program by parents or community members until April 28th. Parents or others from the community may nominate students for consideration. The gifted program is designed to meet the needs of students who are able to perform at a remarkably high level of accomplishment compared to others their age. Is your child quick to see solutions and new ways to solve problems? Does your child love to learn something new? Will she stay interested in that new subject? Is your child deeply sensitive to the feelings of others? Does your child think of unique ways to express ideas?
que son capaces de realizar en un nivel notablemente alto comparado con otros de su edad. ¿Es su hijo rápido ver soluciones y nuevas formas de resolver los problemas? ¿Su hijo encanta aprender algo nuevo? Permanecerá interesada en ese tema nuevo? ¿Su hijo es profundamente sensible a los sentimientos de los demás? ¿Piensa su hijo de formas únicas para expresar ideas? ¿Su hijo muestra persistencia y determinación fuerte? Estudiantes de Fairfield ISD ¿Cuando su hijo está pueden ser nominados para trabajando en un área el programa de talentosos especial de interés, es capaz y dotados por sus padres o de trabajar durante largos miembros de la Comunidad períodos de tiempo sin llegar hasta el 28 de abril. Los cansado de ella? padres u otras personas de la Si esto describe a su hijo, comunidad pueden nominar puede mostrar características a estudiantes para el examen de Sternberg. Para obtener del programa completando información adicional, un formulario de nominación. contacte con Rachel Bossier, El talentoso programa está rachel.bossier@fairfield.k12. diseñado para satisfacer las tx.us necesidades de los estudiantes _____________________ Does your child show strong determination and persistence? When your child is working in a special area of interest, is he/she able to work for long periods of time without getting tired of it? When faced with difficult or complex work, does your child enjoy the challenge? If this describes your child, he/she may be showing characteristics of giftedness. Please contact Rachel Bossier, rachel.bossier@fairfield.k12. tx.us
6,737 lbs. of Electronics! The Fairfield One Stop Recycle Drop held on March 27 and 28, was a great success! Collections included: 50 pair of eye glasses to be donated to the Lions Club 6,737 pounds of electronics to ECS Refining 150 pounds of batteries 50 light bulbs 700 pounds of glass 1000 pounds of textiles donated to the River of Life
Community Food Pantry 90 loose cubic yards of paper, cardboard, plastic to Progressive Waste 10 gallons of medication for proper disposal “Thank you to all our volunteers from the Fairfield History Club, the JH and HS Interact Club, the Rotary Club, the Fairfield HS Recycle Team, Sue Casey, and Gary & Pat Wiggins,” says Nicole Crawford.
FAIRFIELD CITY WIDE CLEAN-UP WEEK April 20-25, 2015
Let’s clean-up our City! The City of Fairfield will provide extra dumpsters at the Fairfield City Dump Site beginning Monday, April 20 through Friday, April 24 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. continuing through Saturday, April 25 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Citizens that are over 65 can call City Hall for assistance with large household items, such as furniture, stoves, and etc. They must call by Thursday, April 17 and the items must be placed at the curb for pickup. Brush must be piled separately from other items. Passes must be obtained at City Hall, at no cost, to access the dump site during clean-up week. DO NOT BRING THE FOLLOWING ITEMS: TIRES, HAZARDOUS CHEMICALS, BATTERIES, ANYTHING WITH FREON, PAINT OR PAINT CONTAINERS, TRANSMISSION OR MOTOR OILS, OLD AND/OR NEW CONSTRUCTION OR BUILDING MATERIALS, COMPUTER MONITORS This year, recycling items may be taken to Fairfield High School on Saturday, April 25 from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Call City Hall at 903-389-2633 for more information
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Fairfield FFA Qualifies for State Competition High Point Individual
Awarded the high point individual of the Area VIII Livestock CDE is Area Officer Brooke Johnson (center), scoring 633 out of a possible 675. The competition was held at Tarleton State University in Stephenville, Texas on April 8th. With Qualifying for State in the Livestock CDE at Tarleton State University in Stephenville, Texas on April 8th, is the Fairfield Brooke are (left) Mattey Mannen and (right) Area Secretary Ty FFA team of (left-right), Mattey Mannen, Area Officer, Mr. Steve Black, coach, Brooke Johnson, Lauren Adcock, Riley Simpson, Gillespie. (Photo submitted) Cody McQueen, and Ty Gillespie, Area Secretary. State competition will be on May 2nd. (Photo submitted) _______________________________________________
Order from Schwan’s to Benefit FF Elementary
Beginning March 30, 2015, the Fairfield Elementary School (FES) began partnering with Schwan’s for “Schwan’s Cares” to raise money for the campus. When you order online or by phone, from Schwan’s Home Delivery’s over 350 delicious foods, flash-frozen at the peak of freshness, and conveniently delivered to your door, FES benefits. When you order by May 14, 2015, 20% of product and 40% of e-certified sales will go back to the organization. Schwan’s will contribute 5% of all
orders to our organization for the rest of the year! Order Online at SchwansCares.com; enter the campaign number or ID: Eats for Eagles 19790 in the search box located in the upper right hand corner; and click to open the campaign. Click “Buy Now” button to purchase an e-Certificate or “Shop Now” to place a product order. Order by Phone by calling 1-855-8707208 and provide the Campaign Eats for Eagles and Fundraising ID: 19790. __________________
Monster Ticket Giveaway The Monster Trucks are being unleashed, and the Freestone County Times would like you to be there! Five lucky people will each receive four (4) tickets to the “No Limits Monster Truck World Championship” at the new McLane Stadium in Waco, Texas on Saturday, May 2, 2015. Simply fill out the contest entry form (page ___ of this week’s edition) and deliver to our offices at 401 E. Commerce Street in Fairfield, Texas 75840. All entries must be received BEFORE NOON on Friday, April 24, 2015. Boasting appearances by 10 monster trucks, the evening’s competition will include racing, a wheelie contest and a free style car crushing contest. The lineup not only includes the legendary Bigfoot driven by
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The Outspoken to Open for Wortham’s Peter Sinclair
Live Music at the Gallery Healthy Rhythm Music Services (HRMS) presents Live Music by teenage Indie Folk Artist, Peter Sinclair, Saturday evening, April 18th, at Healthy Rhythm Community Art Gallery (HRCAG)! Indie band The Outspoken, made up of members Jennifer Baez (vocals), Jolan Somogyi (acoustic guitar), and Andy Martinez (bass), will be the Special Guest opening for Peter. This event will be a General Admission Show. Cover charge will be $5 per person. Seating will be limited.
Dan Runte but also 2013-14 National Champion Larry Quick driving Ghost Ryder, 2012 World Champion Jimmy Kohler driving Avenge, Dawn Creten driving Scarlet Bandit and finally, 2005 World Champion, Jimmy Creten driving Bounty Hunter. For even more excitement BIG Ed Beckley will attempt a death defying motorcycle World Record Motorcycle Jump over 10 Semi Trucks on his high flying HarleyDavidson. Entry forms must be original newsprint (no Xerox copies allowed). There is no limit to entries, so be sure to clip an entry form each week. No purchase is necessary to win. Drawing will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, April 24, 2015. Need not be present to win.
Doors will open at 6 p.m. Show will start at 6:45. If you have not yet heard this extremely talented emerging young musician, I encourage you not to miss this show! HRMS and HRCAG strongly support up-andcoming musicians, especially young talented artists, like Peter Sinclair, who are interested in a musical career. The Gallery is located at 127 S. Mount Street on Courthouse Square in downtown Fairfield, Texas. see • think • believe™
The Freestone County A & M Club invites you and your family to join us for Texas Aggie Muster, Tuesday, April 21, 2015, at 5:30pm. Muster includes a dinner, guest speaker Carson Campbell ‘74 (State District Judge/Brenham) and a Muster program honoring
Aggies past and present. The cost of the evening will be ~$18, which includes dinner and a beverage with kids under 5 free. Beer and wine provided and donations appreciated. Aggie Muster is celebrated in more than 300 locations worldwide and is a wonderful
place to connect with fellow Aggies and those that enjoy the spirit of A & M. The Muster will be held at Mark & Jane Phillips’ house, 839 E US Hwy 84, Fairfield. Please RSVP by April 18, 2015 to Mark Phillips, 979415-4423, freestoneaggies@ yahoo.com
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Benefit for Pastor April 18 Teague Elementary School First Grade A Honor Roll: Jaiden Aclin, Blaine Black, Austin Bourgeois, Ziana Brantner, Gracie Brown, Marvin Brown, Nicole Chaires, Jett Chapman, Wyatt Cox, Landon Evans, Braden Gauntt, Andrea James, Colton Jones, Brayden Leija, Blake Maggard, Kaley Mason, Cole Mims, Leonardo Morales, Rylie Mushinski, Chris Nickleberry, Anthony Noblin, Kiara Payne, Anyima Peacock, Jace Pickett, Brenda Rodriguez, Jack Rogers, Cinthia Serrato, Gracie Smith, Miley Steen, Payton Thompson A/B Honor Roll: Ja’Kyrion Allen, Carlita Baranda, Loani Baranda, Preslee Barkouskie, J.J. Bates, Raven Beene, Abby Biggs, Kayden Busby, Mason Copeland, Emilee Davila, Armando Diaz, Yaneli Diaz, Jerry Estrada, Kynlee Grabs, Abril Hernandez, Christopher Herrera, Nicholas Ingalls, Ashton Keys, Abraham Lozano, Alma Medina, Jordan Medina, Christian Miranda, Kinsley Nevill, Emma Noblin, Tristan Phillips, Gunner Pratt, Daisy Rivera, Sidney Scott, Kylie Simpson, Colton Smith, Rylee Stacks, Kameryn Thompson, Sebby Velazquez, Mason Warren, Reginald Williams Second Grade A Honor Roll: Caiden Adams, Bo Bowers, Dreyvin Carpenter, Skylar Erwin, Jada Eggins, Altrie Farris, Cameron Fortson, Maggie Goolsby, Brandon Gray, Jaylon Gray, Korbin Hullum, James Ingram, Quincy Jones, Zakary Leija, Esmeralda Lopez, Ellie Mathison, Alexis McKain, Jesse Montrose, Dixon
Nichols, Araceli Palacios, Karlie Paris, Jayci Phillips, Mary Jane Ramirez, Laila Ross, Luke Winters, Claudia Zamora A/B Honor Roll: Lucy Adams, Cameron Allison, Jennifer Alvarez, Nate Arredondo, Cash Ballard, Tee Bates, Payton Bond, Caden Crutcher, Grayson Dancer, Jaxon Dillon, Rian Dillon, De’Ja Franklin, Aldo Gallegos, Wendy Garcia, Cam Gonzales, Lakya Gray, Andres Henriquez, Brycen Hensel, Christian Hunter, James Johnson, Kymani Johnson, Jason Kiser, Ashlynn Little, Carlos Martinez, Jacob Matthews, Triston McAlpine, James Montrose, Matthew Ponce, Diego Max Ramirez, Jacob Salazar, Ethan Shoop, Korey Silar, Kinley Staggs, Kyla Steward, Rhyleigh Tanksley, Charis Ticknor, David Vaughn, Braden Williams, Me’Shellei Wright, Tony Zangara Third Grade A Honor Roll: Shaina Ashford, Chloe Birdwell, Junior Bond, Leynie Horton, Dulce Lopez, Keely Mathis, Austin Moseley, Annie Oakes, Aspyn Perry, Declan Smith A/B Honor Roll: Anayeli Bailon, Daniel Beldin, Jacob Boyd, Aubrey Cearley, Adonias DeSantiago, Ana Diaz, Bradyn Faulk, Jacob Gandara, Natalie Gomez, Jolee Haley, Tammy Holland, Leigha James, Barrett Maggard, Ayden Mitchell, Caroline Molina, Angela Owens, Angel Perez, Omar Perez, Samantha Ramirez, Madison Reid, Koree Risken, Reid Rogers, Blakely Scott, Reese Stacks, Charla Starr, Kylynne Terry, Brolen White ____________________
A benefit is being held for Pastor Cathy Horn Douglas on April 18th at 4:00 p.m. in Corsicana, Texas at 1624 GW Jackson Avenue Taylor’s Memorial Man Ministry. Pastor Cathy is recovering from a stroke. The featured guest is Chucky
and the Guiding Clouds of Houston, Texas, along with Pastor C.D. Washington and Minister Jason Forge. Host pastor is Willie Horn, Sr. Everyone is welcome. For more information, call 903-879-2240.
$5.15M in Unpaid Wages
Collected on Behalf of Texas Workers The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) helped working Texans collect more than $5.15 million in unpaid wages in 2014. TWC administers the Texas Payday Law, which requires private employers to provide workers with earned compensation in a complete and timely manner. “The Texas Payday Law requires employers to pay their workers on time and in full for all work performed,� said TWC Chairman Andres Alcantar. “The Labor Law program provides workers a venue to effectively resolve wage disputes when they arise.� TWC’s Labor Law program provides an alternative to costly litigation by resolving pay disputes and assisting claimants in obtaining unpaid wages. In 2014, TWC’s Labor Law investigators received 13,021 claims of employers not paying their employees’ due wages, and collected $5.15 million in unpaid wages on behalf of these workers. “Texas workers deserve to be compensated fairly,� said TWC Commissioner Representing Labor Ronny Congleton. “Workers should contact TWC to help collect unpaid wages if they believe they were not paid in accordance with the law.� Affected workers should fill out a wage claim form and submit it to TWC’s Labor Law division. Once the wage claim form is filed, the employer is notified and a response
to the claim is requested by TWC. After investigation, TWC issues a Preliminary Wage Determination Order, and both the claimant and the employer have 21 days from the mailing date to appeal. “My office strongly encourages employers to stay informed on both Texas and federal wage payment laws. Complying with these laws is essential for businesses of any size,� said TWC Commissioner Representing Employers Hope Andrade. Labor Law staff also educates the general public about the Texas Payday Law, the Texas Child Labor Law and the Texas Minimum Wage Act through presentations to employer organizations, educational service centers, workforce boards and other community organizations. For more information on wage claim forms and labor law Visit www.twc.state.tx.us/ jobseekers/how-submit-wageclaim-under-texas-payday-law or call 800-832-9243 or 512475-2670.
Do You Recognize This Photograph? There is a new display of 27 vintage photographs at the Freestone County Historical Museum, and Curator Nancy Taylor is asking for readers’ help in identifying them. If you can provide any information about this week’s picture, contact the museum at 903-389-3738. (Submitted Photo) _____________________________________________
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Fairfield Intermediate Young Authors&were the guest speakers of Rick ServingSchool Fairfield with Honesty Integrity Edwards, Rotary Member and Locally FISD Superintendent, for the Tuesday, April 7, 2015 program. The Owned & Operated kids wrote their own stories, including the art work and had their books published. Pictured: Rick Edwards, Rachel Bossier (the teacher for this program), Beth Henrichs, Intermediate School Principal, Kevin Moller, Rotary President and students Dionico Azuara - 3rd grade; Deyla Morgan - 3rd grade and Emma Echols - 4th grade. (Photo taken by Donna Tyus) ______________________________________________________________________
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Texans Reminded to Call 811 Before Digging
April Marks Nat’l Safe Digging Month
As Texans begin spring planting and outdoor projects, it is an important time to remind the public they must call 811 before digging and follow safe practices to help prevent injuries, property damage and inconvenient outages. The 811 call to one-call notification centers prompts pipeline operators to mark their underground pipelines in a requested area, making springtime digging projects in gardens and yards safe. This year marks the eighth year of the annual 811 awareness campaign, known as National Safe Digging Month. “With more than 425,000 miles of active pipelines that support our state’s energy needs, Texas has more miles of pipeline than any other state,” said Chairman Christi Craddick. “It is critical that all Texans are aware of this vital underground infrastructure and the importance of calling 811 before digging to reduce the risk of striking a pipeline.” Commissioner David Porter said, “Don’t gamble with your safety; call 811 so you don’t have to call 911. Whether you’re planting a tree or shrub or installing a deck or pool, make a call to 811 if you are digging deeper than 16 inches.” Commissioner Ryan Sitton said, “Failure to call before digging is one of the leading causes of pipeline accidents. The vast majority of these incidents are minor and do not cause injuries, but we want to keep families and neighborhoods safe. Whether you are landscaping your yard or building an extension to your home, the first step is always to call 811 before digging.” The top cause of pipeline accidents in Texas is failure to call 811 before digging or excavating, and 22 percent of pipeline damage is caused by people digging with hand tools, such as shovels. Excavation-related pipeline damage incidents have dropped since the start of the Commission’s Pipeline Damage Prevention program from 12,847 in 2007 to 9,357 in 2014.
In Texas, failure to call 811 before digging or incorrectly marking a pipeline can result in fines of up to $200,000 per day per violation. If a pipeline is damaged during excavation, the Railroad Commission requires the responsible party to call 811 to report the damage and to also submit a Texas Damage Report Form to the Commission within ten days of the incident. Failure to properly report pipeline excavation damage can lead to fines. Minimal federal safety standards specify the depth at which natural gas pipelines must be buried when they are installed. However, actual pipeline depth can vary due to a number of factors including soil erosion, previous digging projects and uneven surfaces. The call to 811 is free and must be made at least two business days before digging. Homeowners, excavators and contractors who call 811 are connected to one of the two state One-Call Centers operating in Texas. The One-Call Center then notifies underground facility operators, including pipelines. Locator personnel are dispatched to the digging site to mark the locations of underground pipelines and utilities with flags, spray paint or both. More information can be found on the Commission’s website at this link. About the Railroad Commission- Our mission is to serve Texas by our stewardship of natural resources and the environment, our concern for personal and community safety, and our support of enhanced development and economic vitality for the benefit of Texans. The Commission has a long and proud history of service to both Texas and to the nation, including almost 100 years regulating the oil and gas industry. The Commission also has jurisdiction over alternative fuels safety, natural gas utilities, surface mining and intrastate pipelines. Established in 1891, the Railroad Commission of Texas is the oldest regulatory agency in the state. To learn more, please visit http://www.rrc.texas.gov. ________________________________
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Fourth Grade Star Students at Fairfield Intermediate School for the Fifth Six Weeks are: front (left – right) - Leslie Vaughn and Arly Salazar. Middle (l-r) - Danna Munoz, Samantha Chaidez, and Jordyn Hughes. Top (l-r) - Jake Schick and McKinna Brackens.
Weather Whys: Weather Radar
Q: What exactly is “Doppler radar” that the weather folks refer to? A: It’s the type of radar that uses microwave radiation to detect the strength and movement of severe storms, says Brent McRoberts of Texas A&M University. It’s named after the Austrian scientist Christian Doppler, who in 1842 discovered many of the principles of waves that we know today. “Doppler radar allows us to observe the movement of precipitation, such as rainfall or even snowfall and ice crystals, by using waves that bounce off these substances,” he says. “Water drops and snow and ice will reflect these waves and send them back to a transmitter or receiver and because it’s so precise, Doppler can tell us the movement of storms and how intense they are. It usually does this with the use of a colored monitor or screen showing severe storms as dark green, blue or red.” Q: Is Doppler radar effective? A: Very much so, notes McRoberts. “It’s the most advanced weather radar system there is,” he explains. “The unique aspect of Doppler radar is that it allows us to look inside a storm. We can project rainfall amounts and detect the movement of storms, even tornadoes, better than ever, and this gives meteorologists a method to give the public advance warnings, sometimes even up to an hour. Up until the 1980s, many weather stations were using radar technology that was used in the 1940s and 1950s. Doppler radar eventually replaced all of those. Today, there are 160 Doppler sites around the U.S., and most of these are operated by the National Weather Service. The rest are used by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) or by the Department of Defense.” Weather Whys is a service of Texas A&M University’s Department of Atmospheric Sciences. For more news about Texas A&M University Follow them on Twitter. _______________________
Fifth Grade Star StudentS at Fairfield Intermediate School this six weeks are: Front (left – right) - Valeria Ramirez and Nick Martinez. Back (l-r) - Leah King, Emori Davis, and Jordan McQueen. Not pictured is Croix McBean. (Photos by Natalia Marsters)
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Third Grade Star Students for the Fifth Six Weeks Fairfield Intermediate School are: front row (left-right) - Kaliyah Gassaway, Colton McSwane, and Lillian McBean. Back row (l-r) - Joshua Owens, Charlee Brackens, Kalli Richardson, Abril Ocampo.
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Crime of the Century
Solved by Fairfield Fourth Graders Fourth Graders at Fairfield Intermediate School (FIS) found their “pod” (classroom) vandalized on Monday, April 6th. The area was immediately corded off with yellow crime tape. The main clue was a handwritten note left that said, “I should have won.” There were other clues:
footprints, bubble gum wrapper, and even lots of “Bs” found everywhere. The students, who had been participating in an interactive CSI in their class and knew how to determine cause & effect and draw conclusions, were determined to solve this “Crime of the Century.” The detectives gathered the evidence and searched
all over town at 4-H meetings, ball games, other school campuses, and even churches, trying to determine who could have committed such a heinous crime. They even called in Warden John Thorne to assist in the investigation. On Friday, April 10th, the mystery was solved. It was disgruntled staff
member, Librarian Betsy Monico, who was upset because her Staff Team did not win the STARR Talent Show a couple of weeks ago, that had caused the havoc. “The experience was scary, but it had a side benefit. The students practiced their reading skills that they will need to pass the STARR test,” teacher Stephanie Thorne told The “Times.” No charges were filed against Mrs. Monico as, upon further investigation, they found no damage had been done to the classroom, and she apologized. Mary McDonald and Natalia Marsters reporting Looking at evidence of the crime are Riley Ralstin and Lane ______________________ Silar. (Photos submitted)
Vandalism of the Fourth Grade classroom is cause for investigation at Fairfield Intermediate.
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Teague Police Report By: Chief of Police Dennis Cox Sunday April 5 10:00 AM – Officer Sanders to Poplar St. on an alarm. 12:50 PM – Officer Sanders to Mulberry on a vehicle unlock. 2:30 PM – Officer Sanders to 4th Ave. on a criminal trespass.
Monday April 6 1:00 PM – Officer Sanders to Poplar St. to assist animal control. 7:15 PM – Officer Foree to Cypress St. on criminal trespass. Tuesday April 7 7:30 AM – Chief Cox to Walnut St. on a suspicious person.
10:15 AM – Chief Cox to Jefferson St. on a welfare check. 1:30 PM – Chief Cox to Elm St. on a welfare check. 2:00 PM – Chief Cox to 6th Ave. on a suspicious person. 7:00 PM – Officer Wright to Elm St. on a welfare check. Wednesday April 8 7:30 AM – Chief Cox to Barbara Dr. on a reckless driver. 11:00 AM – Chief Cox to Magnolia St. on a theft. 2:15 PM – Chief Cox to Hwy 84 on a civil matter. 2:45 PM – Chief Cox to Elm St. on disturbance. 6:50 PM – Officer Darby to 7th Ave. on a suspicious vehicle.
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8:30 PM – Officer Morgan to Elm St. on an animal call. Thursday April 9 3:00 AM – Officer Darby to Hwy 84 to assist DPS with an accident. 5:40 AM – Officer Darby to Roberts Ln. on a suspicious vehicle. 7:50 AM – Officer Sanders to Pecan St. on a disturbance. 7:00 PM – Officer Foree to Oak St. to assist another agency. Friday April 10 8:15 PM – Officer Wright to Hwy 84 on a civil matter. Saturday April 11 10:15 PM – Officer Wright to Hwy 84 on a civil matter. _____________________
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Cinco de Mayo Celebration at Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center The Athens community will celebrate the joint heritage of Texas and Mexico with a day of dance, food and fishing at the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center on Saturday, May 2. The event will feature performances of traditional Mexican dances in the HartMorris Conservation Center beginning at 11:30 a.m. The Blackland Prairie Raptor Center will present a hawks and owls show at 1:30 p.m. Athens area restaurants will compete in a salsa contest, which will be judged at 2:30 p.m. See a complete schedule below. All Cinco de Mayo activities are included with regular admission to TFFC. Highlights of the dance
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performances include appearances by Tyler Ballet Folklorico, Athens area elementary students and Las Tapatias, Athens’ own folkloric dance group. The Blackland Prairie Raptor Center will do walk-around displays of birds including owls and hawks throughout the day. Visitors will be able to see the birds at close range and learn about their abilities and habits. El San Luis Restaurant will serve food in the Hart-Morris Conservation Center. Athens High School Key Club and National Honors Society students will be decorating the facility and volunteering during the event. Cinco de Mayo is a celebration of the joint heritage and
history of Texas and Mexico. It honors an important victory of the Mexican army, led by Texas native Ignacio Zaragoza, over French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. The victory helped preserve Mexican independence. More information on Zaragoza can be found at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ Ignacio_Zaragoza. Sponsors of the event include Red Hat Rentals; Schneider Electric; FutureMatrix, Inc.; First State Bank; Holiday Inn Express – Athens; Citizens National Bank; Aaron’s Sales and Lease and Friends of TFFC. Schedule of Events --11:30 a.m. Tyler Ballet Folklorico adult dance
performance --12:00 p.m. Dance performances by Athens ISD students --12:30 p.m. Tyler Ballet Folklorico children’s dance performance --1:00 p.m. Athens ISD students choir performance --1:30 p.m. Blackland Raptor Center Hawks and Owls presentation --2:00 p.m. Tyler Ballet Folklorico regional dances performance --2:30 p.m. Salsa contest judging and Las Tapatias dance performance For more information on the event contact James Booker at (903) 670-2266, james. booker@tpwd.texas.gov. Se habla español. ____________________
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NOTICE OF ELECTION THE STATE OF TEXAS § COUNTIES OF FREESTONE AND NAVARRO § FAIRFIELD INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT § TO THE RESIDENT, QUALIFIED VOTERS OF THE FAIRFIELD INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT: TAKE NOTICE that an election will be held in the Fairfield Independent School District on May 9, 2015, in obedience to an order duly entered by the Board of Trustees of the FAIRFIELD INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT dated February 23, 2015, which order reads substantially as follows: * * * * * * ** AN ORDER CALLING A BOND ELECTION TO BE HELD BY THE FAIRFIELD INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT, MAKING PROVISION FOR THE CONDUCT OF THE ELECTION, AND RESOLVING OTHER MATTERS INCIDENT AND RELATED TO SUCH ELECTION WHEREAS, the Board of Trustees (the Board) of the FAIRFIELD INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT (the District), located in Freestone and Navarro Counties, Texas, hereby finds and determines that a special election should be held to determine whether the District shall be authorized to issue bonds of the District in the amount and for the purposes hereinafter identified (the Election); and WHEREAS, the Election will be held jointly with the City of Fairfield, Texas (the City), as provided pursuant to the provisions of a joint election agreement between the District and the City, entered into in accordance with the provisions of Section 271.002, as amended, Texas Election Code; and WHEREAS, the Board hereby finds and determines that the necessity to construct various capital improvements within the District necessitates that it is in the public interest to call and hold the Election at the earliest possible date to authorize the issuance of general obligation bonds for the purposes hereinafter identified; and WHEREAS, the Board hereby finds and determines that the actions hereinbefore described are in the best interests of the qualified voters of the District; now, therefore, BE IT ORDERED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE FAIRFIELD INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT THAT: SECTION 1: The Election shall be held in the FAIRFIELD INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT on the 9th day of May, 2015 (Election Day), which is a uniform election date under the Texas Election Code, as amended, and is seventy-one (71) or more days from the date of the adoption of this order (the Order), for the purpose of submitting the following proposition to the qualified voters of the District: PROPOSITION “SHALL THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES (THE “BOARD”) OF THE FAIRFIELD INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT (THE “DISTRICT”) BE AUTHORIZED TO ISSUE BONDS OF THE DISTRICT, IN ONE OR MORE SERIES OR INSTALLMENTS, IN THE AMOUNT OF $3,000,000 FOR THE CONSTRUCTION, ACQUISITION AND EQUIPMENT OF SCHOOL BUILDINGS IN THE DISTRICT (INCLUDING THE REHABILITATION, RENOVATION, EXPANSION AND IMPROVEMENT THEREOF) AND THE PURCHASE OF THE NECESSARY SITES FOR SCHOOL BUILDINGS AND THE PURCHASE OF NEW SCHOOL BUSES, WHICH BONDS SHALL MATURE, BEAR INTEREST AND BE ISSUED AND SOLD IN ACCORDANCE WITH LAW AT THE TIME OF ISSUANCE; AND SHALL THE BOARD BE AUTHORIZED TO LEVY AND PLEDGE, AND CAUSE TO BE ASSESSED AND COLLECTED, ANNUAL AD VALOREM TAXES ON ALL TAXABLE PROPERTY IN THE DISTRICT SUFFICIENT, WITHOUT LIMIT AS TO RATE OR AMOUNT, TO PAY THE PRINCIPAL OF AND INTEREST ON THE BONDS AS THEY BECOME DUE, AND THE COSTS OF ANY CREDIT AGREEMENTS EXECUTED IN ANTICIPATION OF, RELATED TO, OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE BONDS, ALL AS AUTHORIZED BY THE CONSTITUTION AND LAWS OF THE STATE OF TEXAS, INCLUDING PARTICULARLY (BUT NOT BY WAY OF LIMITATION) SUBCHAPTER A OF CHAPTER 45, TEXAS EDUCATION CODE, AND CHAPTER 1371, TEXAS GOVERNMENT CODE, TOGETHER WITH ALL AMENDMENTS AND ADDITIONS THERETO, AND OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA?” SECTION 2: The school election precincts hereby established for the purpose of holding the Election and the polling places hereby designated for holding the Election in the school election precincts are identified in Exhibit A to this Order (which is incorporated herein by reference for all purposes). At least 71 days prior to the scheduled Election Day, the President of the Board of Trustees, the Superintendent of Schools, or the respective designees thereof will identify and formally approve the appointment of the Presiding Judge, Alternate Presiding Judges, Election Clerks, and all other election officials for the Election, together with any other necessary changes to election practices and procedures and can correct, modify, or change the Exhibits to this Order based upon the final locations and times agreed upon by the District to the extent permitted by applicable law. A. The Presiding Judge shall appoint not less than two (2) resident qualified voters of the Counties to act as clerks in order to properly conduct the Election. To the extent required by the Texas Election Code, as amended, or other applicable law, the appointment of these clerks must include a
person fluent in the Spanish language to serve as a clerk to render oral aid in the Spanish language to any voter desiring such aid at the polls on Election Day. If the Presiding Judge appointed actually serves, the Alternate Presiding Judge shall serve as one of the clerks. In the absence of the Presiding Judge, the Alternate Presiding Judge shall perform the duties of the Presiding Judge of the election precinct. B. On Election Day, the polls shall be open as designated on Exhibit A. C. The main early voting location is designated in Exhibit B to this Order (which is incorporated herein by reference for all purposes). The individual named as the Early Voting Clerk as designated in Exhibit B is hereby appointed as the Early Voting Clerk to conduct such early voting in the Election. The Early Voting Clerk shall appoint the Deputy Early Voting Clerks. This office or place shall remain open to permit early voting each day, with the exception of official State holidays, as stated in Exhibit B. Early voting shall commence as provided on Exhibit B and continue through the date set forth on Exhibit B, all as provided by the provisions of the Texas Election Code, as amended. Permanent branch and temporary branch offices for early voting by personal appearance shall be maintained at the locations and times designated on Exhibit B during the early voting period noted above. D. An Early Voting Ballot Board is hereby established for the purpose of processing early voting results. The individual designated in Exhibit B as the Presiding Judge of the Early Voting Ballot Board is hereby appointed the Presiding Judge of the Early Voting Ballot Board. The Presiding Judge shall appoint not less than two (2) resident qualified voters of the District to serve as members of the Early Voting Ballot Board. SECTION 3: DRE voting machines may be used in holding and conducting the Election on Election Day; provided, however, in the event the use of such DRE voting machines is not practicable, the Election may be conducted on Election Day by the use of paper ballots (except as otherwise provided in this section). DRE voting machines or paper ballots may be used for early voting by personal appearance (except as otherwise provided in this section). Pursuant to Section 61.012, as amended, Texas Election Code, the District shall provide at least one accessible voting system in each polling place used in the Election. Such voting system shall comply with Texas and federal laws establishing the requirement for voting systems that permit voters with physical disabilities to cast a secret ballot. Paper ballots may be used for early voting by mail. SECTION 4: The District shall also utilize a Central Accumulation Station (the Station) as provided by Section 127.001, et seq., as amended, Texas Election Code. Sherrie Minze, or her designee, is hereby appointed as the Manager and Presiding Judge of the Station and may appoint Station clerks and establish a written plan for the orderly operation of the Station in accordance with the provisions of the Texas Election Code. The District will publish notice and conduct testing on the DRE Voting equipment relating to the Station and conduct instruction for the officials and clerks for the Station in accordance with the provisions of the Texas Election Code. SECTION 5: The official ballot shall be prepared in accordance with the provisions of the Texas Election Code, as amended, so as to permit voters to vote “FOR” or “AGAINST” the aforesaid proposition which shall appear on the ballot substantially as follows: PROPOSITION “THE ISSUANCE OF $3,000,000 SCHOOL BUILDING BONDS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION, ACQUISITION AND EQUIPMENT OF SCHOOL BUILDINGS IN THE DISTRICT (INCLUDING THE REHABILITATION, RENOVATION AND IMPROVEMENT THEREOF) AND THE PURCHASE OF THE NECESSARY SITES FOR SCHOOL BUILDINGS AND THE PURCHASE OF NEW SCHOOL BUSES, AND THE LEVYING OF THE TAX IN PAYMENT THEREOF.” SECTION 6: All resident, qualified voters of the District shall be permitted to vote at the Election, and on Election Day, such voters shall vote at the designated polling place. The Election shall be held and conducted in accordance with the provisions of the Texas Election Code, as amended, except as modified by the provisions of the Texas Education Code, as amended, and as may be required by law. All election materials and proceedings relating to the Election shall be printed in both English and Spanish. SECTION 7: A substantial copy of this Order shall serve as proper notice of the Election. This notice, including a Spanish translation thereof, shall be published at least one time in a newspaper of general circulation in the District, with such publication occurring not more than thirty (30) days and not less than ten (10) days before Election Day. Additionally, this notice, including a Spanish translation thereof, shall be posted (i) on the bulletin board used for posting notices of Board meetings not later than twenty-one (21) days prior to Election Day (ii) not later than twenty-one days before the Election, in three public places in the boundaries of the District, and (iii) in a prominent location at each polling place on Election Day and during early voting. In addition, during the twenty-one (21) days prior to Election, the District shall, in a prominent manner, maintain such notice on its Internet website.
SECTION 8: As required by and in accordance with Section 3.009(b)(5) through (9) of the Texas Election Code, added by the 83rd Texas Legislature, the bonds that are the subject of the Election may be issued to mature over a specified number of years not to exceed 40 years; the District, as of its fiscal year beginning September 1, 2014, had outstanding an aggregate principal amount of debt equal to $20,209,998; the aggregate amount of the interest owed on such District debt obligations, through respective maturity, totaled $3,848,033; and the District levied an ad valorem debt service tax rate for its outstanding debt obligations of $0.2627 per $100 of taxable assessed valuation. The District estimates an ad valorem debt service tax rate of $0.2627 per $100 of taxable assessed valuation if the bonds that are subject of the Election are approved and are issued (taking into account the outstanding District bonds and bonds that are the subject of this Election, but not future bond authorizations of the District). This is only an estimate provided for Texas statutory compliance and does not serve as a cap on any District ad valorem debt service tax rate. SECTION 9: The Board authorizes the President, Board of Trustees, the Superintendent of Schools, or the respective designee of either of such parties, to negotiate and enter into one or more joint election agreements and/or similar contracts or agreements if desired or if required to comply with applicable law, as permitted and in accordance with the provisions of the Texas Election Code, as amended. In addition, the Board authorizes the President of the Board of Trustees, the Superintendent of Schools, or the respective designee of either of such parties to make such technical modifications to this Order that are necessary for compliance with applicable Texas or federal law or to carry out the intent of the Board, as evidenced herein. SECTION 10: It is officially found, determined, and declared that the meeting at which this Order is adopted was open to the public and public notice of the time, place, and subject matter of the public business to be considered at such meeting, including this Order, was given, all as required by Chapter 551, as amended, Texas Government Code. SECTION 11: The recitals contained in the preamble hereof are hereby found to be true, and such recitals are hereby made a part of this Order for all purposes and are adopted as a part of the judgment and findings of the Board. SECTION 12: All orders and resolutions, or parts thereof, which are in conflict or inconsistent with any provision of this Order are hereby repealed to the extent of such conflict, and the provisions of this Order shall be and remain controlling as to the matters ordered herein. SECTION 13: This Order shall be construed and enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas and the United States of America. SECTION 14: If any provision of this Order or the application thereof to any person or circumstance shall be held to be invalid, the remainder of this Order and the application of such provision to other persons and circumstances shall nevertheless be valid, and the Board hereby declares that this Order would have been enacted without such invalid provision. SECTION 15: This Order shall be in force and effect from and after its final passage, and it is so ordered. PASSED AND APPROVED, this the 23rd day of February, 2015. FAIRFIELD INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
AVISO DE ELECCIÓN EL ESTADO DE TEXAS § CONDADOS DE FREESTONE Y NAVARRO § DISTRITO ESCOLAR INDEPENDIENTE DE FAIRFIELD § A LOS VOTANTES HABILITADOS RESIDENTES DEL DISTRITO ESCOLAR INDEPENDIENTE DE FAIRFIELD: SE NOTIFICA que se llevará a cabo una elección en el Distrito Escolar Independiente de Fairfield el 9 de mayo de 2015 en obediencia a una orden debidamente presentada por la Junta de Síndicos del DISTRITO ESCOLAR INDEPENDIENTE DE FAIRFIELD con fecha del 23 de febrero de 2015, la cual expresa sustancialmente lo siguiente: * * * * * * ** ORDEN PARA CONVOCAR UNA ELECCIÓN DE BONOS A SER CELEBRADA POR EL DISTRITO ESCOLAR INDEPENDIENTE DE FAIRFIELD, QUE ESTABLECE LAS DISPOSICIONES PARA LA CONDUCCIÓN DE UNA ELECCIÓN Y RESUELVE OTROS ASUNTOS INCIDENTALES Y RELATIVOS A TAL ELECCIÓN EN VISTA DE QUE la Junta de Síndicos (la Junta) del DISTRITO ESCOLAR INDEPENDIENTE DE FAIRFIELD (el Distrito) ubicado en los Condados de Freestone y Navarro, Texas, por la presente halla y determina que se debe celebrar una elección especial para determinar si el Distrito estará autorizado a emitir los bonos del Distrito por la cantidad y con los propósitos identificados de aquí en adelante (la Elección); y EN VISTA DE QUE la Elección se celebrará en forma conjunta con la Ciudad de Fairfield, Texas (la Ciudad), según lo dispuesto en conformidad con las disposiciones de un convenio de elección conjunta entre el Distrito y la Ciudad, celebrado de acuerdo con las disposiciones de la Sección 271.002, enmendada, del Código Electoral de Texas; y EN VISTA DE QUE la Junta por la presente halla y determina que la necesidad de construir diversas mejoras de infraestructura dentro del Distrito requiere que sea de interés público convocar y celebrar la Elección en la primera fecha posible para autorizar la emisión de bonos de obligación general para los propósitos identificados de aquí en adelante; y EN VISTA DE QUE la Junta por la presente halla y determina que las acciones descritas hasta aquí son lo mejor para los votantes habilitados del Distrito; ahora, por lo tanto, LA JUNTA DE SÍNDICOS DEL DISTRITO ESCOLAR INDEPENDIENTE DE FAIRFIELD ORDENA QUE: SECCIÓN 1: La Elección se celebrará en el DISTRITO ESCOLAR INDEPENDIENTE DE FAIRFIELD el día 9 de mayo de 2015 (Día de Elección), que es una fecha de elección uniforme según el Código Electoral de Texas, conforme está enmendado, y está a setenta y un (71) días o más de la fecha de adopción de esta orden (la Orden), con el propósito de presentar la siguiente proposición a los votantes habilitados del Distrito: PROPOSICIÓN ¿SE DEBERÁ AUTORIZAR A LA JUNTA DE SÍNDICOS (LA “JUNTA”) DEL DISTRITO ESCOLAR INDEPENDIENTE DE FAIRFIELD (EL “DISTRITO”) PARA EMITIR BONOS DEL DISTRITO, EN UNA O MÁS SERIES O PLAZOS, POR LA CANTIDAD DE $3,000,000 PARA LA CONSTRUCCIÓN, LA ADQUISICIÓN Y EL EQUIPAMIENTO DE EDIFICIOS ESCOLARES EN EL DISTRITO (INCLUYE LAREHABILITACIÓN, RENOVACIÓN, AMPLIACIÓN Y MEJORA DE ESTOS), Y LA COMPRA DE LOS SITIOS NECESARIOS PARA EDIFICIOS ESCOLARES Y LA COMPRA DE NUEVOS AUTOBUSES ESCOLARES, LOS BONOS A VENCER,DEVENGAR INTERÉS Y SER EMITIDOS Y VENDIDOS EN CONFORMIDAD CON LA LEY AL MOMENTO DE SU EMISIÓN; Y SE DEBERÁ AUTORIZAR A LA JUNTA A IMPONER Y COMPROMETER, Y HACER DETERMINAR Y RECAUDAR IMPUESTOS ANUALES AD VALOREM SOBRE TODA PROPIEDAD GRAVABLE EN EL DISTRITO, SUFICIENTES, SIN LÍMITE DE TASA O CANTIDAD, PARA PAGAR EL CAPITAL Y EL INTERÉS DE LOS BONOS CONFORME VENZAN Y LOS COSTOS DE CUALQUIER CONVENIO DE CRÉDITO CELEBRADO EN ANTICIPO, RELACIÓN O CONEXIÓN CON LOSBONOS, TODO ESTO SEGÚN LO AUTORIZADO POR LA CONSTITUCIÓN Y LAS LEYES DEL ESTADO DE TEXAS, INCLUIDOS, PARTICULARMENTE (PERO NO A MODO DE LIMITACIÓN) EL SUBCAPÍTULO A DEL CAPÍTULO 45 DEL CÓDIGO DE EDUCACIÓN DE TEXAS, Y EL CAPÍTULO 1371 DEL CÓDIGO DE GOBIERNO DE TEXAS, JUNTO CON TODAS LAS ENMIENDAS Y ADICIONES A ESTOS, Y DE LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS DE AMÉRICA?” SECCIÓN 2: Por la presente se establecen los precintos electorales escolares con el fin de celebrar la Elección; los lugares de votación designados en la presente para celebrar la Elección en los precintos electorales escolares se identifican en el Anexo A de esta Orden (que se incorpora a la presente por referencia para todo fin). Al menos 71 días antes del Día de Elección programado, el Presidente de la Junta de Síndicos, el Superintendente de Escuelas o sus representantes designados identificarán y aprobarán formalmente el nombramiento del Juez Presidente, los Jueces Presidentes Alternos, los Funcionarios Electorales y todos los demás oficiales electorales para la Elección, junto con cualquier otro cambio necesario para las prácticas y los procedimientos electorales y pueden corregir, modificar o cambiar los Anexos a esta Orden, con base en los lugares y horarios finales acordados por el Distrito, en la medida permitida por la ley aplicable. A. El Juez Presidente designará un mínimo de dos (2) votantes habilitados residentes de los Condados para fungir como funcionarios y llevar a cabo la Elección de manera adecuada. En la medida en que lo exija el Código Electoral de Texas, enmendado, o cualquier otra ley aplicable, la designación de dichos funcionarios debe incluir una persona con fluidez en el idioma español para fungir como funcionario y brindar asistencia oral en español a cualquier votante que requiera dicha asistencia en las casillas electorales
el Día de Elección. Si el Juez Presidente designado de hecho cumple su función, el Juez Presidente Alterno fungirá como uno de los funcionarios. En ausencia del Juez Presidente, el Juez Presidente Alterno desempeñará las tareas del Juez Presidente del precinto electoral.
(5) hasta la (9) del Código Electoral de Texas, incorporado por la 83.ª Legislatura de Texas, los bonos que son el objeto de la Elección pueden emitirse para vencer durante una cantidad de años específica que no exceda de 40 años; el Distrito, a partir de su año fiscal que comenzó el 1.º de septiembre de 2014, tenía pendiente una cantidad de capital agregada de deuda igual a $20,209,998; la cantidad agregada del interés adeudado en dichas obligaciones de deuda del Distrito, a lo largo del vencimiento respectivo, sumó $3,848,033; y el Distrito impuso una tasa de impuesto ad valorem de servicio de la deuda para sus obligaciones de deuda pendientes de $0.2627 por cada $100 de avalúo determinado gravable. El Distrito calcula una tasa de impuesto ad valorem para el servicio de la deuda de $0.2627 por cada $100 de avalúo determinado gravable si los bonos que están sujetos a la Elección se aprueban y se emiten (teniendo en cuenta los bonos pendientes del Distrito y los bonos que están sujetos a esta Elección, pero no las autorizaciones de futuros bonos del Distrito). Este es solamente un cálculo estimado para el cumplimiento normativo de Texas y no funciona como un límite para ninguna tasa de impuestos ad valorem para servicio de la deuda del Distrito. SECCIÓN 9: La Junta autoriza al Presidente, a la Junta de Síndicos, al Superintendente de Escuelas o a los representantes designados respectivos de cualesquiera de ellos, a negociar y celebrar uno o más convenios de elección conjunta y/o contratos o convenios similares si así lo desean o si es obligatorio para cumplir con la ley aplicable, según lo permitido por las disposiciones del Código Electoral de Texas, enmendado, y en conformidad con ellas. Además, la Junta autoriza al Presidente de la Junta de Síndicos, al Superintendente de Escuelas o al representante designado respectivo de cualesquiera de ellos, a realizar aquellas modificaciones técnicas a esta Orden que sean necesarias para el cumplimiento de la ley federal o de Texas aplicable o para llevar a cabo la intención de la Junta, como se pone de manifiesto en la presente. SECCIÓN 10: Se halla, determina y declara oficialmente que la asamblea en la cual esta Orden es adoptada estuvo abierta al público y se dio aviso público de la hora, el lugar y del asunto de interés público a tratar en dicha asamblea, incluida esta Orden, todo según lo exige el Capítulo 551, enmendado, del Código de Gobierno de Texas. SECCIÓN 11: Por la presente se hallan verdaderos los considerandos incluidos en el preámbulo de esta Orden, y por la presente dichos considerandos se convierten en una parte de esta Orden para todo fin y se adoptan como una parte de las conclusiones y de los hallazgos de la Junta. SECCIÓN 12: Por la presente se revocan todas las órdenes y resoluciones, o partes de estas, que estén en conflicto o sean incompatibles con cualquier disposición de esta Orden en la medida de dicho conflicto, y las disposiciones de esta Orden regirán y seguirán rigiendo los asuntos ordenados en ella. SECCIÓN 13: Se interpretará y aplicará esta Orden de acuerdo con las leyes del Estado de Texas y de los Estados Unidos de América. SECCIÓN 14: Si cualquier disposición de esta Orden o su aplicación a alguna persona o circunstancia se determina no válida, el resto de esta Orden y la aplicación de dicha disposición a otras personas o circunstancias será de todos modos válida y, por la presente, la Junta declara que esta Orden habría sido promulgada sin dicha disposición no válida. SECCIÓN 15: Está Orden tendrá validez y vigencia a partir de su aprobación final y así se ordena. ACEPTADA Y APROBADA este día 23 de febrero de 2015. DISTRITO ESCOLAR INDEPENDIENTE DE FAIRFIELD /firma/ Blake Robinson Presidente de la Junta de Síndicos ATESTIGUA: /firma/ Tracie Ezell Secretaria de la Junta de Síndicos ANEXO A LUGARES DE VOTACIÓN DEL 9 DE MAYO DE 2015 Las casillas electorales abren de 7:00 a.m. a 7:00 p.m.
incorpora a la presente por referencia para todo fin). La persona nombrada como Oficial de Votación Anticipada según se indica en el Anexo B es por la presente designada como Oficial de Votación Anticipada para llevar a cabo tal votación anticipada en la Elección. El Oficial de Votación Anticipada designará a los Funcionarios Asistentes de Votación Anticipada. Esta oficina o lugar permanecerá abierto para permitir que se realice la votación anticipada todos los días, excepto los feriados oficiales del estado, que se señalan en el Anexo B. La votación anticipada empezará según se dispone en el Anexo B y continuará hasta la fecha indicada en el Anexo B, todo según lo estipulado en las disposiciones del Código Electoral de Texas, enmendado. Las sucursales permanentes y temporales para la votación anticipada en persona se mantendrán en los lugares y los horarios designados en el Anexo B durante el periodo de votación anticipada indicado anteriormente. D. Por la presente se establece un Consejo de Boletas de Votación Anticipada para procesar los resultados de la votación anticipada. Por la presente se nombra Juez Presidente del Consejo de Boletas de Votación Anticipada a la persona designada en el Anexo B como Juez Presidente del Consejo de Boletas de Votación Anticipada. El Juez Presidente designará un mínimo de dos (2) votantes habilitados residentes del Distrito para fungir como miembros del Consejo de Boletas de Votación Anticipada. SECCIÓN 3: Se podrán usar máquinas de votación DRE para celebrar y llevar a cabo la Elección el Día de Elección; siempre que, sin embargo, en caso de que no sea posible el uso de dichas máquinas de votación DRE, la Elección se pueda celebrar el Día de Elección mediante el uso de boletas de votación de papel (salvo que se disponga lo contrario en esta sección). Se pueden usar máquinas de votación DRE o boletas de votación de papel para la votación anticipada en persona (salvo que se disponga lo contrario en esta sección). En conformidad con la Sección 61.012, enmendada, del Código Electoral de Texas, el Distrito deberá proporcionar por lo menos un sistema de votación de fácil acceso en cada lugar de votación utilizado en la Elección. Dicho sistema de votación cumplirá con las leyes federales y de Texas que establecen el requisito de sistemas de votación que les permitan a los votantes con discapacidades físicas emitir un voto secreto. Se podrán usar boletas de papel para la votación anticipada por correo. SECCIÓN 4: El Distrito también utilizará una Estación Central de Acumulación (la Estación) según lo dispone la Sección 127.001, y siguientes, enmendadas, del Código Electoral de Texas. Por la presente se nombra a Sherrie Minze o a su representante designado, como Administradora y Jueza Presidente de la Estación y puede designar funcionarios de la Estación y establecer un plan escrito para el funcionamiento ordenado de la Estación según las disposiciones del Código Electoral de Texas. El Distrito publicará el aviso y realizará pruebas del equipo de votación DRE relacionado con la Estación y capacitará a los oficiales y funcionarios de la Estación según las disposiciones del Código Electoral de Texas. SECCIÓN 5: La boleta oficial de votación se preparará en conformidad con las disposiciones del Código Electoral de Texas, enmendado, de manera tal que se permita a los votantes votar “A FAVOR” o “EN CONTRA” de la proposición antedicha, la cual estará expresada en la boleta de votación sustancialmente de la siguiente manera: PROPOSICIÓN “LA EMISIÓN DE $3,000,000 EN BONOS PARA EDIFICIOS ESCOLARES PARALA CONSTRUCCIÓN, LA ADQUISICIÓN Y EL EQUIPAMIENTO DE EDIFICIOS ESCOLARES EN EL DISTRITO (INCLUYE LA REHABILITACIÓN, LA RENOVACIÓN Y LA MEJORA DE ELLOS) Y LA COMPRA DE LOS SITIOS NECESARIOS PARA EDIFICIOS ESCOLARES Y LA COMPRA DE NUEVOS AUTOBUSES ESCOLARES, Y LA IMPOSICIÓN DEL IMPUESTO PARA EL PAGO DE ESTOS”. SECCIÓN 6: Todos los votantes habilitados residentes del Distrito tendrán permitido votar en la Elección, y el Día de Elección, dichos votantes votarán en el lugar de votación designado. La Elección se realizará y celebrará en conformidad con las disposiciones del Código Electoral de Texas, enmendado, salvo lo modificado por las disposiciones del Código de Educación de Texas, enmendado, y lo que pueda llegar a exigir la ley. Todos los materiales y las actas electorales relativos a la Elección estarán impresos en inglés y en español. SECCIÓN 7: Una copia sustancial de esta Orden servirá como aviso adecuado de la Elección. Este aviso, incluida su traducción al español, deberá ser publicado al menos una vez en un periódico de circulación general del Distrito, produciéndose dicha publicación no más de treinta (30) días ni menos de diez (10) días antes del Día de Elección. Además, este aviso, incluida su traducción al español, se colocará (i) en el tablero de anuncios usado para la colocación de avisos de asambleas de la Junta antes de los veintiún (21) días previos al Día de Elección, (ii) en tres lugares públicos dentro de los limites del Distrito a más tardar veintiún (21) días antes del Día de Elección, y (iii) en un lugar destacado en cada lugar de votación el Día de Elección y durante la votación anticipada. Además, durante los veintiún (21) días anteriores a la Elección, el Distrito deberá, de forma destacada, mantener dicho aviso en su sitio web de internet. SECCIÓN 8: Tal como lo requiere y de acuerdo con la Sección 3.009(b)
EXHIBIT A MAY 9, 2015 POLLING LOCATIONS Polls open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Exhibit B EARLY VOTING INFORMATION Early voting begins on Monday, April 27, 2015 and ends on Tuesday, May 5, 2015 Early Voting Clerk: Mandie Judd Early voting Clerk Address: 615 Post Oak Road, Fairfield, Texas 75840 Deputy Early Voting Clerks: Becky Carruthers, Mary Ann Masiel, and Crystal Thill Presiding Judge of the Early Voting Ballot Board: Mandie Judd PERSONAL APPEARANCE LOCATION, TIMES AND DATES FOR ABOVE LOCATIONS: Early voting by personal appearance be conducted each weekday/workday at the Fairfield Independent School District Administration Office, 615 Post Oak Road, Fairfield, Texas 75840, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. beginning on April 27, 2015 and ending on May 5, 2015. EARLY VOTING BY MAIL: Applications for voting by mail should be mailed to be received no earlier than March 10, 2015 and no later than the close of business (4:00 p.m.) on Friday, May 1, 2015. Applications should be mailed to: Mandie Judd 615 Post Oak Road Fairfield, Texas 75840
Anexo B INFORMACIÓN DE VOTACIÓN ANTICIPADA La votación anticipada comienza el lunes 27 de abril de 2015 y finaliza el martes 5 de mayo de 2015 Oficial de Votación Anticipada: Mandie Judd Dirección de la Oficial de Votación Anticipada: 615 Post Oak Road, Fairfield, Texas 75840 Funcionarios Asistentes de Votación Anticipada: Becky Carruthers, Mary Ann Masiel y Crystal Thill Juez Presidente del Consejo de Boletas de Votación Anticipada: Mandie Judd UBICACIÓN, FECHAS Y HORARIOS PARA ACUDIR EN PERSONA A LOS LUGARES DE ARRIBA: La votación anticipada en persona se realizará cada día de la semana/día hábil en Fairfield Independent School District Administration Office, 615 Post Oak Road, Fairfield, Texas 75840, en el horario de 8:00 p.m. a 4:00 p.m. a partir del 27 de abril de 2015, hasta el 5 de mayo de 2015. VOTACIÓN ANTICIPADA POR CORREO: Las solicitudes para votar por correo deben enviarse para que sean recibidas ni antes del 10 de marzo de 2015 ni más tarde que al cierre del horario de oficina (4:00 p.m.) del viernes 1.º de mayo de 2015. Las solicitudes deben ser enviadas a: Mandie Judd 615 Post Oak Road Fairfield, Texas 75840
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Commercial property for lease. 2,640 sq.ft. located in Heritage Properties strip mall for $1,147/mo in Fairfield. Contact Larry at 903-3898665 _________________________
ADRENALINE FITNESS ENJOYED A VISIT from the Fairfield Chamber of Commerce Surprise Patrol on Tuesday, March 31, 2015. Excited for their business is Tamara Carter – Child Care (third from left), Bobbi Bonner – Office Manager, Sheila Raye Erin Thornton – Owner and Montez Murphy – Trainer. Adrenaline Fitness is 903-644-1937 a co-ed, full service gym with 24 hour access for members. They provide a functional fitness area, a fully equipped free weight area, and cardio and weight machines. Other amenities include two aerobic studios, an infrared sauna and tanning. This week’s Surprise Patrol is comprised of (left-right) Chamber Ambassador Karen Leidy (Freestone County Times), Chamber President Pam Chavers (Eagle Insurance), Chamber Ambassador Mike Svoboda (Safety Logistics), Chamber member Brenda Rodgers (Safety Logistics), Administrative Assistant Brittany Gillian and Chamber Director Tony Adkins (Rollo Insurance). For more information about becoming a Chamber member, contact their office at 903-389-5792. (Photo by Executive Administrator Brenda Shultz) __________________________________________________________________________________________________
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THE SURPRISE PATROL HOUSE WITH 2500 sq. ft. plus 900 sq. ft. apartment STOPPED BY WELLS located behind the house and 20.5 acres located at 186 FARGO BANK in Fairfield, FCR 945 in Teague, TX. THIS PROPERTY WOULD MAKE A GREAT WEEKEND RETREAT Texas on Tuesday, April REDUCED to........................................$245,000 SOLD 7, 2015. Showing off HOME WITH 850 sq. ft. located at 417 Cypress St. in Teague, TX. Listed at.................................$45,000 SOLD their new “Member of HOME WITH 1845 sq. ft. located at 713 Cypress St. in the Week” welcome mat Teague, TX. Listed at.................................$52,500 SOLD are the friendly faces TWO 1/2 ACRE LOTS located by Lake Limestone of Wells Fargo: Leslie, (no water frontage) located on LCR 898 in Jewett, TX. eal bed &Shari, breakfast. A brick paved sidewalk and steps leadat....................................................... from the curb to the Listed ..$10,000 SOLD Linda and Miranda. ntry to Surprising the majestic home built on top of a small hill. Upon entering the foyer, 17.8 ACRES located on FCR 711 in Teague, TX. them this Listedfrom at......................................... ...$62,500 SALE PENDING ircase--actually two staircases! Oneweek staircase originating the entry and the Fairfield Chamber 206 ACRES approx. 96 acres wooded and the remainder kitchen,are that meet on a common landing and combine to form one staircase to is open and located on FCR 980 in Teague, TX of Commerce lcony access from the secondPresident, floor gives you a birds-eye of the neighborListed view at..........................................................$515,000 SOLD PamandChavers; e bedrooms two baths. TheChamber large kitchen has2500 been elegantly remodeled with and 68.5 acres located at 308 FCR SQ. FT. HOME Ambassadors: Landis hardwood countertops. The parlor has a fireplace, and fullTX wallListed of SALE PENDING 731 flooring, in Teague, at....................$350,000 - SOLD window.Bayless The living(Heritage room is openTitle to the&formal dining. A stately bedroom withon South FM 80 outside of Teague, 68.5 ACRES located Listed SOLD the main floor. TheNAPA large side & back yards createTX a great settingat.................................................$140,000 for receptions Bayless Auto Parts) HOME2 car WITH 1850 sq. ft. 320 S. 9th Avenue, Teague, TX is also and a livingAmy space,Freeman office, & half(SBDC bath in the detached garage. You’ll be Listed at....................................................................................$85,000 ith the comfort of modern conveniences view this home. – Business Advisor); andwhen you LOOK! REDUCED PRICE! SELLERS VERY MOTIVATED! “They need to move fast!” Price reduced to Chamber Administrative $125,000 This 4/2 2,500 sq. ft. home is located at 213 Main Assistant, Brittany Gillian. Street in Donie, TX. I AM OFFERING $1,000 INCENTIVE TO ANY REALTOR OR A BUYER FOR THIS PROPERTY! The weekly Surprise 25 ACRES located off of FCR 1054 near Wortham, TX Patrol is just one of many Listed at.................................................................................$101,360 ways the Chamber helps 1072 SQ. FT. manufactured home with 10.5 acres located at promote local business. 155 CR 430, Buffalo, TX. Listed at.................................$102,000 For more information 4/2 HOME WITH 2250 SQ. FT. located at 636 S. Merrill St. in Buffalo, TX. Listed at........................................................$49,900 about becoming a 3250 SQ. FT. HOME ON 38.5 ACRES. This property is Chamber member, talk to unique and is an income producing property. There are 3 more living quarters besides the main house that are used to rent. a Chamber Ambassador, The main house is beautiful with unique features. This property or contact their office at is located at 880 FCR 930 in Teague, TX. Listed at..................................................................................$650,000 903-389-5792. (Photo HOME WITH 2250 SQ. FT. located at 15 1/2 Mimosa Lane175 in by Chamber Executive Teague, TX. Listed at.........................................................$165,000 Administrator, Brenda NEW LISTING 1200 SQ. FT. 3/1 house located on 312 S. Shultz) 9th Ave. Teague, TX. Listed at...........................................$57,500 ____________________ Each Keller Williams Realty office is independently owned and operated.
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#86 Fairfield-2/1.5/1 car carport, historic Frame Home built in 1860 per FCAD, 2,058 sq. ft. per FCAD, window heat/cool units, fireplaces, rewired, shop/storage bldg., det. carport
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1200 sq ft 3/1 House located on 312 South 9th Avenue, Teague, TX.
This historic, one of a kind home is located near the courthouse square in Fairfield. Double doors with transom windows lead into a foyer flanked by the parlor and the living room for formal entertaining, each with a fireplace (condition unknown). A convenient office is just off of the living room. The rooms in the back of the home consist of a den, kitchen, 2 bedrooms, a full bath, half bath, and a service hall/laundry area. A lovely white picket fence outlines the front yard, a convenient detached carport is in the side yard, and a handy workshop in the backyard. The home has had much work done including new wiring, new wood flooring in the parlor, living room and office, new gutters, new gas meter, light fixtures, and new heat/cool units in many of the rooms. With close to one hundred listings to choose from, you’re sure to find one that will meet your needs. In addition to our own listings, we are happy to show any property listed with any real estate company.
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is subjected to the Federal DUCED! 1. Fair Housing Act, which Teague-3/1 makes it illegal to advertise house, large “any preference, limitation storage building or discrimination because with shower, of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familial status or national origin, or intention to make any preference, limitation or discrimination.” We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis.
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NUCOR STEEL - JEWETT HAS AN OPENING FOR A MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN Nucor Steel, a fortune 500 company, in the steel manufacturing industry seeks qualified applicants for a Management Systems Technician for its Jewett, Texas location. •Strong commitment to safety in all job aspects •Strong written and verbal communication; public speaking skills •Ability to work with a high degree of accuracy, detail-oriented and well organized •A self-starter, always looking for work that needs to be done and ways to improve •Ability to build sustainable relationships •Ability to lead others and teams with a positive attitude and excellent interpersonal skills •Prefer experience with management systems, including Safety/Health, Quality, and Environmental and basic knowledge of applicable standards
If you are interested in applying for this position, please forward a resume via email to nstx.jobs@nucor.com or fax to 903.626.6289. No phone calls please. Nucor is an Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F/Disabled/Vet and Drug Free Workplace
Brookshire Brothers Fairfield Taking applications for Stockers & Sackers Flexible Hours, Competitive Salary Compensation, 401K, ESOP benefits & Paid Vacation Apply at 300 W US Hwy. 84, Fairfield or online at brookshirebrothers.com
Employment Opportunity: The Fairfield Chamber of Commerce is currently seeking a motivated, selfstarter to fill the position of part-time employee. Please apply in person at the Fairfield Chamber of Commerce at 900 W. Commerce in Fairfield. ________________________
JUVENILE PROBATION PART-TIME SECRETARY (IN FAIRFIELD) The 77th Juvenile Probation District is accepting applications for a part-time Secretary. Duties include bookkeeping and accounting. Applicant must have knowledge and experience of relevant software applications, spreadsheets, word processing, and database management. A criminal background check and a drug test is required. Must be at least 21 years of age. A high school diploma or GED is required. Obtain an application at: Limestone County Probation Department , 908 N. Tyus, Groesbeck, Texas 254-729-3569 or at the Freestone Juvenile Probation Department, 112 E. Main St., Fairfield, Texas 903-389-4065. Equal Opportunity Employer. Until Filled.
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Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia-Pacific is one of the world's leading manufacturers and marketers of building products, tissue, packaging, paper, cellulose and related chemicals. We are seeking to fill a Heavy Equipment Mechanic position at our Sweetwater, TX quarry. The Heavy Equipment Mechanic creates value by maintaining equipment to optimize mining operations and overall quarry productivity. The successful candidate will be responsible for troubleshooting and repairing mobile mining equipment. Equipment Mechanics are responsible for:
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Estate Sale Left Over Sale! April 17, 18, and 19. Friday and Saturday 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Sunday 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. Lots of things left over from original sale. Prices start at half of original ticket price. Cash only. 451 E. FM 489, Buffalo, between Dew and Lanely. ________________________
COMMUNITY Saturday, April 18th 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.
at Fairfield Texas Burger/Subway Apply at www.mysubwaycareer.com or at location
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Troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing of heavy equipment Maintaining, repairing, and operating service trucks Reading and understanding schematics Documenting potential job hazards in compliance with company policies and MSHA
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If you are interested in a long-term career with excellent benefits, please go to www.gp.com/careers and enter job number 033392 to review the full job description and qualifications. We are an equal opportunity employer. Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran
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Southern Oaks Fire Department, FM 416
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Water Operator: Pleasant Grove Water Supply is looking for a dependable, honest, energetic, and motivated individual for the position of Water Operator. Applicants must be at least 18 years of age, able to life 90 pounds, have five years experience in the water works field, and willing to work in all weather conditions. A valid drivers license is required, CDL preferred, a Class “C” Water License is required, ability to operate backhoe and other equipment a plus. Salary will be based on qualifications and experience. Applications are available at Pleasant Grove Water Supply, 425 West Commerce, Fairfield, Texas. If you have any questions, please contact Scott Schick at 903-388-5577. ________________________
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