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Water News and River Flows Flows at all crossings on the Frio River were taken on October 19th, 2016. Fulgham’s Crossing just south of the Alto Frio Baptist Encampment had a flow of 21,371 gpm in September and now has a flow of 36,825 gpm; this is nearly a double in the flow over the last month. Several of the pipes at this crossing are clogged with gravel and it is going to take another large flow of water to get them cleaned out. The pipes on the south end of the crossing have water but the flow is greatly reduced due to the amount of gravel present. The Leakey Springs crossing had a flow of 5,588 gpm last measurement, and a flow of 5,139 gpm this reading; a nearly 8% decrease in flow since the last
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measurement. This crossing is one of only two that did not show an increase since the late September rains. The Mill Creek Crossing is the other crossing that showed a reduction in flow this measurement it showed a slight reduction of about 3% in flow since the last measurement; there are culverts on the south end of this crossing that continue to have no flow. This crossing has a flow of 11,749 gpm this measurement which is down from the last measurement of 12,070 gpm. Where the west prong of the Frio had rainfall measurement of up to 11” and a rather large rise the east prong only had rainfall of 2 to 3 inches and only showed a quick small rise. continued page 7
Representative Murr Hosts Mental Health Meeting in Kerrville
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BAT FLIGHT/ STAR PARTY
State Representative Andrew Murr hosted the second meeting of the year in Kerrville to discuss the mental health needs of citizens living in the Hill Country, West Texas and South Texas. The meeting, held at the Peterson Regional Medical Center, was attended by local elected officials, the local mental health authority, private facility and state hospital representatives, law enforcement officers, members of the court system and many others. Rep. Murr, who serves on the House Select Committee on Mental Health, said the goal of the meeting was to hear about some of the many issues faced by those providing care in rural Texas in order to help inform the decisions made by his committee and the Texas Legislature as a whole when it reconvenes in January. “Getting all of these folks together in one room is critical, because they are all involved in addressing mental health
issues in our part of the state,” said Rep. Murr. “Exchanging ideas, sharing successes and failures, and working to streamline our system at the regional and state levels can only serve to improve our ability to deliver the best care possible to those in need, while ensuring taxpayers are protected from inefficiency and waste of finite resources.” The Texas House Select Committee on Mental Health was formed in the fall of 2015 to look at how mental health impacts criminal justice, juvenile justice, public and higher education, insurance, public health and appropriations. In addition to hearing from attendees, at today’s meeting Rep. Murr also shared his thoughts after nearly a year of serving on this committee and some of the policy goals associated with this broad topic. continued page 4
Left to Right: The Honorable Jerry Bearden, Mason County Judge The Honorable Delbert Roberts, Kimble County Judge, State Representative Andrew Murr The Honorable Souli Shanklin, Edwards County Judge, The Honorable Charles Bradley, Schleicher County Judge, The Honorable Garry Merritt, Real County Judge
Daughters of the Republic of Texas Attend the Ground Breaking COME MEET for new San Felipe de Austin State Historic Site
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by Billie Nast
NEW YORK TIMES BEST SELLING AUTHOR PAULETTE JILES ............................ Page 9
On October 20, several members of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas journeyed from various locations to San Felipe to attend the Ground Breaking for the new San Felipe de Austin State Historic Site in San Felipe, Texas. Among the Daughters attending were several members of the Caddel-Smith Chapter of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas, Uvalde, Texas. In attendance, also were Officials from the Texas Historic Commission, State Senators, House of Representatives, County Commissioners, Members of Descendants of Austin’s Old 300, Friends of San Felipe de Austin State Historic Site, and 5 classes of 4th grade students from Stephen F. Austin Elementary. continued page 4
Dr Pepper Snapple Group and Keep America Beautiful Bring Recycling to Lost Maples State Natural Area, Utopia City Park, and San Jacinto Square in Utopia ............................ Page 13
INDEX Legals/Jail Register ... . Page 3Community News ......... Page 4-7 Feature Story ............... Page 8-9 Obituaries ...................... Page 10 Classifieds ..................... Page 14
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Utopia, Texas (October 22, 2016) – Visitors to local parks near and in Utopia should expect to see cleaner public parks this fall thanks to a significant grant made possible by Dr Pepper Snapple Group in collaboration with Keep America Beautiful. The Dr Pepper Snapple Group/Keep America Beautiful Park Recycling Bin Grant Program provided funding for 900 new recycling bins in public parks across the country in 2016, making recycling more accessible for Americans enjoying the outdoors. Keep Utopia Beautiful is the smallest Keep America Beautiful affiliate in the nation and through this grant program received 27 recycling bins this year. These recycling bins will be placed in
the Lost Maples State Natural Area, Utopia City Park, and San Jacinto Square in Utopia for use by residents and visitors, and the recycling will be done by the Utopia Recycling Center operated by Keep Utopia Beautiful. The recycling operation is primarily run by volunteers where approximately 40 volunteers give 1,540 hours a year. In 2015, 88 tons of recyclable commodities were collected, resulting in total savings of 1,496 trees; 360,800 KWHrs; 616,000 gallons of water; and 5,280 pounds of air pollution. Now in its fourth year, the public park recycling grant program has awarded more than 3,400 recycling bins to Keep America Beautiful affiliates, local governments and other community organizations across 28 states to expand the availability of recycling. This investment in recycling infrastructure has improved recycling accessibility and convenience in a variety of park
fields and walking trails. “The Keep Utopia Beautiful recycling efforts have kept 88 tons of “trash” out of our landfills in 2015 alone, and the Recycling Center has been in operation since 2009. The new Dr Pepper Snapple recycling bins will help us collect even more recyclables by bringing recycling directly to the public,” said Claudia Rogers, Utopia Recycles Program Manager and Keep Utopia Beautiful board member. settings, including neighborhood and larger regional parks, beaches, athletic
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JAIL REGISTER Oct. 16 - Oct. 22, 2016
Real County Sheriff’s Office Weekly Dispatch Report October 16- October 22, 2016 10/16/2016 @ 1256 responded to a residence on Fifth Street in Camp Wood for report of gun fire
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10/17/2016 @ 1845 responded to Leakey Springs Road for report of animal cruelty 10/18/2016 1518 responded to US Highway 83 north of Leakey for a disabled vehicle 10/19/2016 @ 253 responded to Strips in Leakey for a burglary alarm 10/20/2016 @ 1535 responded to US Highway 83 north of Leakey for a disabled vehicle 1603 responded to a residence on Saddle Mountain Road to unlock a vehicle
Real County Law Officers Bruce Carr, Sheriff Steven Castro, Deputy Sheriff Mark Cox, Deputy Sheriff Nathan Johnson, Deputy Sheriff Teddy Douthit, Deputy Sheriff Jim Wilson, Constable Corporal Jake Sanchez, DPS Highway Patrol Clint Graham, TPWD Game Warden A/D - ARREST DATE A/O - ARRESTING OFFICER Disclaimer: All print and other visual media is for informational purposes only. This information is considered public information under the Freedom of Information Act and the Public Records Act. Any indication of an arrest is not intended to imply or infer that such individual has been convicted of a crime. All persons are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
1648 responded to US Highway 83 north of Leakey for loose livestock 10/21/2016 @ 2005 responded to Walter White Ranch Road for reckless driver 10/22/2016 @ 035 responded to State Highway 55 north of Camp Wood for a motor vehicle accident 527 responded to US Highway 83 north of Leakey for a motor vehicle accident 1056 responded to Ranch Road 337 east of Leakey for a motorcycle accident 1325 responded to Ranch road 337 east of Leakey for a motorcycle accident 1339 responded to Get-N-Go in Camp Wood for a vehicle accident 1439 responded to a residence on east First Street in Camp Wood for a loud music complaint
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ELECTION DAY 7AM TO 7PM: PREC. NO. 1 – AMERICAN LEGION HALL, 236 S. MOUNTAIN STREET, LEAKEY, TEXAS 78873 PREC. NO. 2 - COURTROOM, REAL CO. COURTHOUSE, 146 S. US HWY 83, LEAKEY, TEXAS 78873 PREC. NO. 3 – NUECES CANYON SENIOR CENTER, 201 W 4TH STREET, CAMP WOOD, TEXAS 78833 PREC. NO. 4&7 – COUNTY HOUSE, 107 E. 5TH STREET, CAMP WOOD, TEXAS 78833
The JP’s office in Camp Wood has moved to the New City Hall. The office hours are Monday-Wednesday, 3pm – 7pm and Thursday-Friday, 5-7pm. Judge Juan D. Martinez Real County Justice of the Peace Pcts. 3,4 116 North Nueces P.O. Box 443 Camp Wood, TX 78833 (830) 597-6149
PREC. NO. 6 – REAL COUNTY SENIOR CITIZEN CENTER, 420 West Ranch Road 337, Leakey, Texas EARLY VOTING: MAIN POLL- OCTOBER 24th THRU NOVEMBER 4th – 8AM TO 5-PM IN THE COURTROOM, REAL COUNTY COURTHOUSE, 146 SOUTH US HWY 83, LEAKEY, TEXAS BRANCH POLL – OCTOBER 25th & 27th AND NOVEMBER 1st & 3rd – 2PM TO 6PM - COUNTY HOUSE, 107 E. 5TH STREET, CAMP WOOD, TEXAS BRANCH POLL – OCTOBER 26th – 2PM TO 6PM - GARVEN STORE, 27304 N US HIGHWAY 83, MOUNTAIN HOME, TEXAS 78058
Veterans Day is a time for us to pay our respects to those who have served. For one glorious day, you are joined by everyone else around the nation. For one day, we stand united in respect for our veterans. This holiday started as a day to reflect upon the heroism of those who died in our country’s service, and was originally called Armistice Day. It fell on Nov. 11 because that is the anniversary of the signing of the Armistice that ended World War I. However, in 1954, the holiday was changed to “Veterans Day” in order to account for all veterans in all wars. All veterans who have done their part see young and old service members and veterans — our grandchildren, sons, daughters, wives, husbands and grandparents — and we can’t begin to fathom what they’ve been through in the name of our freedom. The depth of experiences is vast, and the appreciation we have for them on all days, but especially this day, is deep. Today, we take the charge of Veterans Day to heart and mark the day with celebration, honoring America’s veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good.
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GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS City of Leakey Mayor: Harry Schneemann Secretary: Dee Dee Wally Office: 830-232-6757 Fax: 830-232-6775 Councilmen: Ken Auld • Roel Gonzalez• Carl Jensen Frankie DeLeon • Bob Bowers Leakey Volunteer Fire Dept.830-232-4005 Frio Canyon EMS, Inc.830-232-5299 City of Camp Wood Mayor: Jesse Chavez Office: 830-597-2265 Fax: 830-597-5365 email:cityhall@swtexas.net Aldermen: Curtis Wilson • Domingo Tobar • Sammie Ives •Darlene Bullard • Josh Cox Volunteer Fire Dept:830-597-6100 Camp Wood Library: 830-597-3208 Nueces Canyon EMS: 830-597-4200 City of Sabinal Mayor: Charles Story Secretary: Betty Jo Harris Office: 830-988-2218 Councilmembers: Ali Alejandro, Nancy Alvarado, Danny Dean, J. R. Flores, Mike Nuckles, and Andy Schaefer Sabinal Library 830-988-2911 Sabinal Municipal Judge: Anita Herndon 830-988-2630 Justice of the Peace Precinct #2 Bobby G. McIntosh,830- 988-2462 Real County County Judge, Garry Merritt 830-232-5304 Real County Attorney, Bobby Jack Rushing 830-232-6461 County/District Clerk, Bella Rubio 830-232-5202 Justice of the Peace Dianne Rogers: 830-232-6630 Justice of the Peace JD Martinez: 830-597-6129 Sheriff, Bruce Carr 830-232-5201 Tax Assessor-Collector Donna Brice: 830-232-6210 Treasurer, Mairi Gray 830-232-6627 Chief Appraiser Michael Mann 830-232-6248 Real County Public Library 830-232-5199 Camp Wood Public Library 830-597-3208 Real County Commissioners: Precinct #1: Manuel Rubio Pct.#2: Bryan Shackelford Pct. #3:Gene Buckner Pct.#4: Joe W. Connell, Sr. Real Edwards Conservation & Reclamation District PO Box 807 . Camp Wood, Texas 78833 (830) 597-3322 office Fax (830) 597-3320 recrd@swtexas.net email Roland Trees, Board President Joel Pigg, General Manager
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has established rules for regulating the location, construction and use of on-site sewage facilities (OSSF’s/ septic tanks). Chapter 366 of the Texas Health and Safety Code authorizes a local government to regulate the use of septic tanks in its jurisdiction. TCEQ has designated Real County as its authorized agent to regulate septic tanks in Real County. Nueces River Authority (NRA) is constructing a wastewater collection and treatment system to serve the City of Leakey and others in Real County. NRA has received funds from Texas Water Development Board’s (TWDB’s) Economically Distressed Areas Program (EDAP) account to apply to this construction. The Texas Health and Safety Code requires a local government that applies to TWDB for financial assistance from the EDAP account to receive from TCEQ, and maintain, a designation as TCEQ’s authorized agent to regulate OSSF’s. Solely, to comply with that requirement, NRA is applying to TCEQ for an authorized agent designation. It has prepared a proposed Order establishing its jurisdiction for OSSF regulation within a four mile radius of the Real County Courthouse, which covers the area of NRA’s wastewater project. For all practical purposes, NRA’s proposed Order is identical to Real County’s existing Order for septic tank regulation. To avoid confusion, duplication of effort, and added expense that could result from this overlapping of jurisdiction, it is NRA’s intent to enter into an Interlocal Agreement with Real County wherein Real County will assume all responsibilities incurred by NRA with TCEQ’s authorized agent designation and under NRA’s proposed Order. These responsibilities will not change or add to Real County’s current responsibilities for regulating septic tanks. The effect of all of this on Real County citizens will be that nothing will change with respect to septic tank regulation in Real County. A public meeting will be held at 10:00 a.m. on November 1, 2016 at 121 Oak Hill Drive, Leakey, Texas to receive public comments. No other subject will be discussed at that meeting. (Con Mims, Executive Director, Nueces River Authority, P.O. Box 349, Uvalde, TX. Tel. 830-278-6810)
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Leakey ISD will host the Veterans Day program on Friday, November 11, at 10 am. The program will take place in the New Gymnasium. Veterans, please come to the new cafeteria at 9:25 am to sign in and enjoy refreshments. The community is welcome to attend. The National Honor Society and National Junior Honor Society have worked hard to organize this event with Larry Dugat as chairperson. There will be performances by the Leakey Eagle Marching Band and our Veterans Day Choir. There will be a guest speaker and names of Veterans attending will be called out. This year, the National Honor Society and National Junior Honor Society officers are as follows: Sofia Rodriguez, President, Jolee Cave, Vice President, Heidi Dugat, Secretary, Sydney Jones, Treasurer.
LISD Homecoming court with Sofia Rodriguez as Homecoming Queen and Timothy Wright as Homecoming King.
Representative Murr Hosts Mental Health Meeting continued from front page “The goal of this committee is to take a comprehensive view of how to improve the state’s behavioral health system,” Rep. Murr continued. “We are looking to find ways to improve early identification of mental illness, increase collaboration among entities that deliver care, look for better processes to measure outcomes,
and provide better care to our veterans. But in order to chart the path forward that will create the most efficient and effective system, we’ve got to start by asking the folks in the trenches what they need in order to do their jobs well.” Rep. Murr concluded, “There are a lot of very dedicated folks in this community
working with a servant’s heart to help those in need. Many of them are in this room today, and I want you to know that I really appreciate your efforts, your willingness to be a part of this meeting today, and your willingness to help find solutions to the challenges we face.”
Ground Breaking for new San Felipe de Austin State Historic Site continued from front page
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The elementary students lead us in the pledge of allegiance to the United States Flag and the pledge of allegiance to the Flag of Texas. They then lead us in singing all for verses of “Texas, Our Texas!” The children learned to play many of the games that the early Texas children played. They were taught by Bryan McAuley, the site manager of San Felipe de Austin State Historic Site. It has been nearly 180 years since settlers hastily left the town of San Felipe in a smoky ruin, fleeing in advance of the Mexican Army, which was in pursuit of Sam Houston’s forces during the Texas Revolution. If all goes according to plan, a new museum and visitor’s center will rise from the ashes next year, bringing history back to life at the historic site. “We’re hoping to break ground sometime next summer,” said Bryan McAuley, site manager for San Felipe de Austin State Historic Site. The facility will be built east of the current park across FM 1458 with the main entrance off Second Street. McAuley said testing is under way to make sure the proposed site will not disrupt anything of archaeological significance. He said the location is next to the site of the first newspaper office in Austin’s colony, which
later housed the law office of William B. Travis, commander of the Alamo. “We want to make a long-term commitment to archaeology,” McAuley said. Uncovering the remains of that building and others will be essential to the work at the new facility. “We would like to show people archaeology as much as we can,” McAuley said. The new facility will house a museum, theater, gift shop, staff offices, classrooms and paths leading to sites where structures used to stand. McAuley hopes, ongoing archaeological digs will be taking place. A capital campaign will be announced soon to raise the rest of the funds once an exact cost of the project has been determined. Carolyn Bilksi, president of the Friends of San Felipe de Austin State Historic Site, wants people to be involved in the project. “I would urge everyone to join the Friends of San Felipe de Austin State Historic Site to be part of the beginning of our great state’s history and finally its rightful place as a visitors’ site,” she said. “There would be no Alamo or San Jacinto if there had not been a San Felipe.” “San Felipe is just as important a site in the story of Texas as the San Jacinto Battleground or Washington-on-the-Brazos.
Indeed, I would argue that San Felipe represents far more about the story of early Texas than almost any other site in the region could,” said Andrew Torget, a professor at the University of North Texas. “San Felipe de Austin offers an opportunity to interpret the Mexican era of Texas history in a way that is unique and all-encompassing,” said Jesus F. de la Teja, a professor at Texas State University. “Its location and historicity can more than make up for the lack of surviving structures.” “It is therefore my considered historical opinion San Felipe de Austin is one of the two or three most significant latent historical sites in the state of Texas today… It constitutes a wonderful, blank canvas upon which to paint a vivid new addition to the public history of the state,” added Light T. Cummins, a professor at Austin College and former official state historian. On Nov. 7, there will be a celebration for the Father of Texas, held each year in commemoration of the Nov. 3 birthday of Stephen F. Austin. Plans call for archaeologists to be digging on site that week at the location of the Farmers Hotel.
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cated that they typically recycle in public parks. Additional research conducted by Keep America Beautiful indicated only 12 percent of surveyed public locations had recycling infrastructure in place to recover the containers. The Dr Pepper Snapple Group/Keep America Beautiful Park Recycling Bin Grant Program is designed to address the obstacle of overcoming a lack of recycling convenience. “With the help of Dr Pepper Snapple Group, we’re transforming public spaces into beautiful places by making sure more recyclables are being placed in proper receptacles in our parks and natural areas,” said Brenda Pulley, senior vice president/
recycling, Keep America Beautiful. “Our partnership is helping to make recycling more accessible and convenient, which is one of primary factors in making recycling a daily habit.” In addition to improving recycling opportunities, the grant program will make additional funds available to Keep America Beautiful community-based affiliates or other grant recipients who commit to conducting a Litter Index in conjunction with the grant to help study the effects of the recycling bins on reducing litter in the immediate areas of the bins.
DEVIL’S SINKHOLE Great Pumpkin PLANS OCTOBER 29 BAT Zombie Fun Run FLIGHT/STAR PARTY By Bambi Renfro
Saturday evening, October 29, the Devil’s Sinkhole State Natural Area will host a combination evening bat flight and star gazing party. The event will begin at 6 P.M. at the Rocksprings Visitors Center on the Rocksprings town square. Guests will sign in with a waiver form, pay the regular bat tour fee, and then drive out to the National Natural Landmark, eight miles northeast of town. The bats are near their peak activity rate and the star viewing will be optimal. The Devil’s Sinkhole is rated a 2 on the Bortal Scale, just shy of perfect. To arrange a tour, call 830-683-2287 or e-mail devilssinkhole@swtexas.net. Fees are $12 for most guests; guests 65 and older pay $10; and children 4-11 have a fee of $6. For groups of ten or more, a group rate is available if everyone pays together. The Devil’s Sinkhole is home to the fourth biggest bat colony in Texas and the cave is the largest one-chamber cave in the state. Bat season closes out on Halloween night, October 31.
Saturday, October 22nd’s Great Pumpkin Zombie Fun Run was a great success. Thank you to all involved.
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- Regular Session Meeting on October 17th, 2016 Members of the Nueces Canyon C.I.S.D. Board of Education met in regular session on October 17th, 2015. Charles Hunger, Board Vice President, presided at the meeting. The board meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm. Tena Hunger gave the invocation. Principal Luci Harmon reported Elementary enrollment of 164 and Junior High and High School enrollment of 113. · On October 10th we held our first Parent Academy of the school year. We conducted a session on helping your young child read and how to support your elementary student in math. We also had a FAFSA session for our seniors with assistance from the SWTJC staff. · Our band competed at the marching contest on Saturday, October 15th and scored at the division one level. · We visited Knippa ISD to observe their Pre-Kindergarten program and are in the process of implementing some changes to our Pre-K program based on the visit. · Our first Teacher Workday was very successful. We met with teachers to review data from the first six weeks and to adjust lesson plans for the next six weeks based on data. Luci Harmon also presented the Food Services Report for the month saying: · I have a meeting with the student council Tuesday to address how to get students back eating in the cafeteria this. I think we can achieve I cafeteria facelift with more muscle than money. I feel that will have a very positive impact. Right now I still have a lot to learn, but with my restaurant management skills and people management skills I know we can get the job done. Girls Athletic Director Brandy Sweeten reported: · C.C. has continued to improve with each meet. They are getting in better and better shape as they get more mentally tough as well as physically. HS Girls Team
won 1st at District with Camille Harris winning the gold. The girls; Nataliah DeLeon, Leslie Taylor, Jayden Aguilera, Joana Valenzuela, Aspen Winston, Camille Harris, and Megan Sifuentes will all progress to Regionals. The HS boys Daunte Flores & Caiden Childs performed well with Daunte progressing to Regionals. The JH Girls Team also won District and the Boys Team came in 3rd. Boys Athletic Director Keith Hughes reported: · It has been a rough few weeks for our sixman football program. Injuries and missing bodies have been mounting and causing depth issues. Currently, the team is 2-5. We are still sitting with 13 players, with one being injured at this point. The boys are still continuing to work hard and they are anxious for our district competition. Offensively, the team is averaging 43yds/game and 54 points. Defensively, the team is averaging 397yds/game and 58 points. · Basketball is not far away and we should have numbers to have a JV to go along with Varsity. In the Transportation Report to the School Board Stephen Smith reported: · Two of the smaller busses have had maintenance issues. One repair is complete and the other is ongoing. In the Maintenance Report to the School Board Stephen Smith reported: · Lawn care has taken priority over the past few weeks. · The HVAC systems are performing well. · The resurfacing of the JHHS Tennis courts should be underway soon. In the consent agenda the board: The board approved the minutes of the previous meeting. The board voted to accept and pay bills as presented. The board accepted the Budget/Finance report as presented. Several action items were considered by
the School Board: The board voted to approve Priority 1 Telecommunications Vendors for E-Rate 2017-2018 (E-Rate 20) as recommended. Telephone – Southwest Texas Telephone Company Facility Access - Southwest Texas Telephone Company The board voted to approve Attendance Waiver request for Monday, September 26, 2016 The board voted to adopt a Resolution disapproving the 2017 Budget of the Uvalde County Appraisal District adopted on September 19th, 2016. The board voted to reschedule the November Board Meeting to November 14th. Under Informational Items Leadership Team Times and TASB Governance Digest were presented. The board went into Executive Session from 6:48 until 7:02 pm. Upon opening into Regular Session the Meeting was adjourned at 7:03pm. In attendance at the meeting were NC School Board members; Vice President Charles E. Hunger, Secretary Noreda Sifuentes, Ignacio Sanchez, and Clint Luce. Nueces Canyon Superintendent of Schools, Kristi Powers, as well as Principal, Luci Harmon, and Girls Athletic Director Brandy Sweeten attended the meeting. Attending and reporting on Maintenance and Transportation was Stephen Smith. Also present were; Billye Smith, Leslie Caillet, Louis Webb, Greg Harmon, and Tena Hunger. Board Members Danny Irwin and Denise Rogers were not in attendance. The next board meeting was set for November 14th at 6:30pm. The Nueces Canyon Board of Education normally meets at the Administration Building in Barksdale, on the third Monday of each month at 6:30pm. Please call the District Business Office at 830-234-3514 or consult the school calendar at www.nccisd.net to verify meeting dates and times.
NC Elementary Book Fair Success! Our Scholastic “Bookaneer” Book Fair was a smashing success! We started off the week with Donuts for Dads on Monday, and yes, they were Krispy Kreme doughnuts brought in from San Antonio! We had over fifty dads (and moms) attend this morning event with their student(s). On Tuesday, we hosted Muffins and More for Moms, and again had over fifty moms (and dads) in attendance. Wednesday was Breakfast with Someone Grand where we had over forty Grand people attend and show their support. Our books sales for this week were the best in recent history with over $6,000 in total sales! The library profit was a little over
$1400. These proceeds go to the NC Elementary Library activity account that funds the various Accelerated Reader awards and prizes such as the end-of-year Fun Fling trip for Nueces Canyon Elementary’s top
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readers, as well as the end of six weeks Accelerated Reader prizes and many other things. In addition, the All for Books coin challenge brought in over $1,000 dollars in donations which were dispersed via book fair books to each classroom on the Elementary campus, the library, and less fortunate students. I have to thank Linda Ferguson and Babette Eikenberg for their wonderful help setting up and packing up the book fair! You two ladies are AWESOME! And many thanks to Ailani Sanchez and Ellissa Carlile for helping me run the cash registers! Last but not least, a huge thank you to our parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles and other family members of our students for your support during the book fair.
NC Sea of Blue at District Cross Country On October 17th it was a “Sea of Blue” standing on the stage at the District 31-1A Cross Country Meet in Rocksprings. First up to compete at 9 am were the Varsity Girls, ready to defend their District Champion Title. The girls warmed up with great focus and were mentally ready as the starting pistol fired. Camille Harris led the way with the rest of the team following close behind throughout the race. Winning the race was Camille Harris, Taking 5th place was Nataliah DeLeon, followed by Leslie Taylor in 7th place, Joana Valenzuela in 10th, Jayden Aguilera in 11th, Megan Sifuentes in 17th, and Aspen Winston in 18th place. The girls banded together and created a strong front to seal the District Champion Title for a second year in a row and “Ocean” bound! Regionals here we
come! Following the Varsity Girls race were the Varsity Boys. Daunte Flores and Caiden Childs took off with great speed and force and carried that momentum throughout their race. Daunte secured the 8th place spot qualifying him for Regionals and Caiden ran a great race as well earning him 13th place just missing Regional Qualification by 3 places. Look out next year! Later that afternoon the JH Girls stepped on the starting line ready to display all of their weeks and weeks of training and hard work, and boy did it pay off. The pistol fired and the Panthers took the lead and kept a close pack. Winning the JH Girls division was Skylar Harris with Paige Elliott right on her heels bringing home 2nd place. Lane Hicks kept an awesome
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Vote November 8 Remember on Tuesday, November 8, to go out and vote. If we as a people don’t exercise our right to vote, then we don’t have the right to complain. Neighborhood Watch Each November, our group meets for a meal, no speaker, just a get together. Over the years, different people have come to our meetings, but get involved in other things. This is your opportunity to join us once again. We would love to see you. Or if you are interested in joining, we invite you to come. This is a pot-luck affair, just bring a dish and join us. The main dish will be provided. We will meet at First Baptist Church in the south fellowship hall on Tuesday, November 8, at 6 pm. Rustic Charm On Saturday evening in the back parking lot and on the patio, a large group was gathered for Steak Night. This is the night when you furnish the steak and an experienced cook takes over. It was a big success and if you were not there, perhaps you can be there next year. The Rustic Charm is hosting a Chili Cook Off on Saturday, November 12. Contact the ladies at the store. They are ready for the competition. Cooking begins at 8 a.m.
Friends My granddaughter, Brenda, has made friends with many people over the years, with no restrictions to age. However, her best forever friend, Hailey D., was visiting here this past week. Though they have been apart for several years, when they get together, it is as if they never were away from each other. It is a joy to see children form such deep friendships, having such a good time just being together for a short while. In their friendship, I see a lesson for all of us. A traditional Girl Scout song says it best: “Make new friends, keep the old. One is silver, the other gold.” Central Christian On Sunday, Jim Boyd read the scripture and the message was brought by Lex Brown of Utopia. On October 30, there will be a 5th Sunday Dinner in the Annex following the service. Soups, salads, and sandwiches are the fare. Sign up to make your favorite and show up to help eat it! Poinsettias are on sale. Get your order in to Anita Herndon. The price is $10 each and yours can be placed in the church as honorariums and/or memorials. They may also be purchased to take home. Money for the orders is due November 27. The flowers will be arriving in time for the first Sunday in December. Church of Christ This past Sunday following lunch, the church held a packing party for Operation Christmas Child. Kathy Sprott this year has stepped in to replace Cindy Casburn in this capacity. This coming Sunday, there will be a 5th Sunday dinner on the grounds. First Baptist Last Sunday, the youth travelled to Hondo to have fun at the Maze. They are under the direction of Youth Director Joe Redus. Coming up this Sunday, the Baptist Church will hold an open house with a dedication of all of the new changes that have transformed the sanctuary which have been taking place the past several months. Following the service, there will be a dinner to follow. First United Methodist Hymn Sing Worship is Sunday October 30, at 11:00 am Hymn sing is a time for friendship and fellowship as the congregation worships in songs led by guitarist/ vocalist Britt Whyrick. Followed by a covered dish lunch in the Fellowship Hall. This event is open to all in the community. Bible News Club Next meeting is Nov 2, 2016 from 4:00 to 5:30 pm. Meets each Wednesday afternoon. Is for all school age children K - 5 (we welcome homeschooled kids too!) For more information, like us on Facebook at “Sabinal United Methodist Church.” For Mature Adults - The Lunch Bunch! Meet at Sabinal United Methodist Church on 9 November at 11:30 am. Lunch at Golden Chick in Uvalde! Open to all. Please invite a friend for fellowship.
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City of Sabinal Regular Meeting October 24, 2016 In the absence of the Mayor and Mayor pro-tem, Javier Flores presided at the meeting, beginning at 7:00 p.m. on October 24, 2016, with the following aldermen, staff and visitors present: Mike Nuckles, Javier Flores, Danny Dean, Ali Alejandro, Andy Schaefer, Betty Jo Harris, Jimmy Oranday, Luis Martinez, Lupe De Leon, Jesus Reyes, James Allen, Carl Esser, Dorothy Howard, Rachael Flores , Louis A. Landeros, Jr and Billie Franklin. Charles Story And Nancy Alvarado were absent. Flores led the invocation and pledge to the United States flag. Flores opened the final hearing for the downtown revitalization project (sidewalks) at 7:01 p.m. No one asked questions or made comments. He closed the hearing at 7:02 p.m. On a motion by Flores and second by Schaefer, all five voted to approve the accounts payable as presented. Under citizen comments, Louis A. Landeros, Jr. talked about a traffic stop that a reserve officer made on him. He was dissatisfied with the results of his official complaint. Carl Esser brought the construction change order #2 with NG Painting, L.P. Which will increase the cost by $5,000.00 Because two vents on the water tanks will have to be replaced. On a motion by Dean and second by Schaefer, all five voted to approve the change order. Amanda Renger brought the court’s request to sell the sound equipment that was bought in 2012. It is not being used. City secretary Betty Jo Harris noted that with the large amount of accounts payable-
over $41,000.00 In the general operating fund (end of quarter), funds will have to be moved from the systems and/or gas funds on Tuesday. This will be $85,000. moved in this fiscal year. Director of Public Works Jimmy Oranday requested that the council pass an ordinance requiring citizens not put out brush piles until it is time for the regular pickup, in order that the town not look so trashy. Oranday mentioned that the sewer machine he rented to try to clear the blockage in the northeast area did not work well and will result in a credit. On a motion by Dean and second by Schaefer, all five voted to approve the minutes of the October 10, 2015 meeting with one correction. The disposition of the sound system was discussed. On a motion by Dean and second by Schaefer, all five voted to place it in the next police auction. Rachael Flores from Waste Management spoke at the meeting. Dean said the environmental and fuel charges are not in the last contract and are added costs. Flores stated that is because Sabinal receives “on call service” . If the city wants to set up regular pickups, the contract can be modified. The fuel charge is 10%. Dean stated he is through with Waste Management. No action was taken. After a lengthy discussion about whether to privatize the garbage and trash services the city provides the community, Nuckles moved to advertise for RFP’s for the collection and disposal of garbage and trash. The motion was seconded by Schaefer. Voting for were Dean, Nuckles, Alejandro
and Schaefer. Flores voted against. Motion passed. The disposition of the truck will also have to be decided (April, 2017). Esser asked the council what color the elevated tank should be. To place the Sabinal on the tank will be $2,000.00 And not covered by the grant. However, the contractor will paint the yellowjacket logo on for free. On a motion by Flores and second by Schaefer, all five voted to have the name and yellowjacket on the tower and to keep the color the same white as the ground storage tank. On the agenda item regarding the bond requirement for the company that will do the sewer project, on a motion by Schaefer and second by Alejandro, all five voted to add the cost of the bond to the bid for a total of $18,232.00. Flores stated this project had been hanging long enough. Louis A. Landeros, Jr. spoke on behalf of James Allen. He also stated that job descriptions were never finalized for the public works department, and the city needs to do a better job. Flores announced a closed session as per Tex Gov’t Code Ann. Section 551.074, Personnel (a) James Allen-appeal of termination. The time was 8:19 p.m. Flores opened the meeting at 9:00 p.m. No action was taken in closed session. On a motion by Dean and second by Flores, Dean, Alejandro and Flores voted to uphold the decision of the supervisor to terminate Allen. Schaefer and Nuckles voted no. Motion passed. On a motion by Flores and second by Alejandro, all five voted to adjourn at 9:02 p.m.
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Water News and River Flows On the west prong of the Frio River, the Rancho Real crossing had a flow of 14,256 gpm this reading compared to a flow of 7,919 gpm last measurement nearly doubling over the last month. This is what happens when you get over 11 inches of rainfall. The Kent Creek crossing also showed an increase in flow since the last measurement nearly tripling with a flow of 3,472 gpm this month up from a flow of 1,224 gpm last measurement. The Nueces River flows were taken on October 20, 2016 and also showed flow rates that were increased due to the rainfall events over the last few days of September. McDonalds Crossing was flowing at 23,348 gpm last measurement and increased to a flow of 44,348 gpm this measurement or an increase of about 47%. This crossing has several pipes that are reduced in flow at this time with gravel or tree stumps clogging the pipes. The gravel should work its way out but not sure about the tree stumps they may be an issue for some time and may cause some stress on the crossing. The Nueces River Dam on Highway 55 south of Camp Wood had a flow of 42,265 gpm last reading and this measurement the culverts
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had a flow of 54,802 gpm or about a 23% increase. There are a couple of trees stuck in the pipes at this crossing as well. A word of warning - keep small pets and children away from the culverts at this crossing as there is still a lot of water going through them and they could easily suck kids and pets in. For those of you that live in the northern portion of Edwards County near Telegraph here are the latest flow measurements for the crossings in your area. The first crossing on Highway 377 near Telegraph had a flow of 38,912 gpm a few weeks ago and has increased to a flow of 49,093 gpm or an increase in flow of about 21%. There are a couple of culverts at this crossing that have debris clogging the pipes. The second crossing on Highway 377 near the Evergreen School had a flow of 43,830 gpm a few weeks ago when I last checked the flow and now has a flow of 55,517 gpm or an increase of about 21%. This crossing also has pipes that are clogged with gravel causing some reduction in flow.
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Mary Kay Windham, Broker 664 S US Hwy. 83 Leakey, Texas 830-232-4408 office 830-374-7901 cell SEE MORE LISTINGS AND PICTURES AT WWW.HIGHPLACESREALTY.COM NEW LISTING: 5.2 ACRES ON THE FRIO RIVER WITH 2BR/2B HOME, ASPEN WALLS, HARDWOOD FLOORS, COVERED PORCHES, NICE SHED FOR RIVER GEAR, EASY WALK TO THE RIVER! $385,000. 152.6 ACRES IN CONCAN. BOX CANYON COMPLETELY HIGH FENCED, 4BR/2B PALM HARBOR HOME, GUEST HOME, OUTBUILDINGS, METAL EQUIPMENT BARN, WELL, PAVED ROAD TO HOME AND GUEST HOUSE. NO RESTRICTIONS! $749,000. 8.6 ACRES IN THE RANCH, PAVED ROADS, GATED, UNDERGROUND ELEC., ACCESS TO A VERY PRETTY FRIO PARK AREA WITH DEEP WATER, WILDLIFE EXEMPTION PROVIDES LOW TAXES. $179,000. 5.32 ACRES WEST OF LEAKEY, GREAT VIEWS, HILLY TERRAIN, ELECTRICITY IS CLOSE, ACCESS FROM COUNTY ROAD. $49,900. 6.37 ACRES IN THE RANCH, PAVED ROADS, GATED, UNDERGROUND ELEC., ACCESS TO FRIO RIVER, AND UNDER WILDLIFE EXEMPTION FOR LOW TAXES. $136,955. 1 ACRE NEAR MAGERS CROSSING, GOOD TREE COVER, BEHIND LOCKED GATE, ACCESS TO PRETTY STRETCH OF THE FRIO WITH RESTROOMS AND BATH HOUSE, RV HOOK-UPS. $54,000. GREAT BUY! 7.79 ACRES WITH ROLLING TERRAIN AND SOME HILLSIDE WITH GREAT LONG VIEWS, PAVED ROADS, CLUBHOUSE WITH POOL, 35 ACRES OF COMMON WILDERNESS AREA FOR HIKING, UNDERGROUND UTILITIES. REDUCED GREAT PRICE! $49,000. COMMERCIAL: 1.5 ACRES, 1488 SQ. FT OF RETAIL SPACE, CONCRETE DRIVE GREAT CURB APPEAL! LOTS OF OAK TREES, ROOM TO EXPAND! $249,900. WATER EVERYWHERE ON THIS SECLUDED AND RUGGED 42.9 ACRES! OVER 700 FEET OF CREEK FRONTAGE AND OVER 350 FEET OF FRIO RIVER FRONTAGE. THERE IS ELECTRICITY RUNNING ACROSS PROPERTY. $275,000. POSSIBLE OWNER FINANCING WITH 25% DWN. 26.55 ACRES, SMALL CABIN, BARN, ELECTRICITY, AVAILABILITY OF CITY WATER, NO RESTRICTIONS, NO HOA, SOLD! 16.40 ACRES, WATER WELL, SMALL SET OF PENS, AVAILABILITY OF CITY WATER, GREAT VIEWS, NO RESTRICTIONS, NO HOA. $164,540.00 SOLD! 15.60 ACRES, GREAT VIEWS, NO HOA, NO RESTRICTIONS, FRIO ACCESS, LOTS OF BUILDING SITES. $153,660. SOLD! THREE CITY LOTS WITH TREES, ELECTRICITY, SEPTIC, 2 CITY WATER METERS $120,000. COMMERCIAL LOT WITH 1.29 ACRES, FENCED, HIGHWAY FRONTAGE NEAR BUSY INTERSECTION IN LEAKEY. $200,000. 2BR/2B CABIN WITH 139 FEET OF FRIO RIVER ON TWO ACRES, NO RESTRICTIONS $175,000. 46.14 ACRES, NO RESTRICTIONS, GOOD SOIL, HILL, GREAT VIEWS. REDUCED! $3800./ACRE OWNER FINANCE AVAILABLE 5.02 ACRES, NO HOA, NO RESTRICTIONS, BEAUTIFUL TREES, NICE VIEWS $75,000, 22.85 ACRES IN CAMPWOOD, WITH 3BR/2B RECENTLY REMODELED HOME, GREAT VIEWS! $249,500. OWNER FINANCE OFFERED 2BR/1B CABIN NEAR CONCAN WITH HIGHWAY FRONTAGE AND CURRENTLY IN THE RENTAL POOL. $105,000. ADDITIONAL 2BR/1B CABIN CAN BE PURCHASED FOR $185,000. 1.77 ACRES WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE TO THE FRIO RIVER, CENTRAL WATER AVAILABLE $75,000. SOLD! 8.09 ACRES WITH HIGHWAY FRONTAGE, GREAT VIEWS, UNEQUIPPED WELL. $109,080. 1.01 ACRES IN VALLEY VISTA, GREAT LONG VIEWS, SEVERAL AMENITIES $49,500. 7.23 ACRES IN VALLEY VISTA, HIGHWAY FRONTAGE, AMENITIES, $55,500. 1.01 ACRES IN VALLEY VISTA, LONG VIEWS TO THE EAST, AMENITIES, $39,500.
Leakey Masonic Lodge and Order of the Eastern Star will be hosting Trunk-or-Treat for the children on Halloween beginning at 5:30 in front of the Masonic Lodge. Come Trick-or-Treat
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COME MEET NEW YORK TIMES BEST SELLING AUTHOR PAULETTE JILES
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You are invited to meet Author Paulette Jiles –Johnson American-born Canadian poet and novelist at the Camp Wood Library for a Book Signing on Monday November7th at 6pm. Her best-selling novels include “Enemy Women, “Stormy Weather” and “The Color of Lighting”. She won Canada’s highest award for poetry, The Governor General’s Award. Paulette graduated from the University of Missouri with a degree in Romance Languages, and now lives near San Antonio. We hope you will come meet Paulette and stay for an informal visit and refreshments. Please note she will not have “Enemy Women” or her latest release “News of the World” available; you will need to purchase them and bring to the meeting if you would like to have them autographed. Ms. Jiles will have her other books available for purchase at the meeting. For more information please contact the library at 830-5973208 during regular hours.
HALLOWEEN PARTY CRAFTS Every year Halloween parties bring joy to children everywhere. This year we have some new ideas for you. Check out Back to Basics for tempting ghoulish recipes and old familiar favorites!
How to Make a Halloween Sock Skeletons
(USE as Party Favors or Game Awards)-Use a sock monkey idea to make a spookier but still cuddly skeleton. Materials and Tools: pair of white athletic socks, white cotton thread, needle, scissors, permanent marker for fabric, stuffing material (plastic grocery store bags, shredded old T-shirts or underwear) Steps: Turn the first sock inside out and flatten it so that the heel is facing you to form the skeleton body. Make a cut from the cuff of the sock to the point where the heel starts and round the ends where the “feet” will be for the skeleton. Turn the skeleton body inside out and sew the legs up, making sure to leave a hole between the legs for stuffing. Stuff the body without fancy stuffing. Wad up a plastic grocery store bags, shred old T-shirts/underwear or stuff with the traditional polyester stuffing. To create a neck and head stitch around the sock a couple of inches from the toe. Create a waist for the skeleton in the same method. Cut off the foot part of the sock and reserve the “leg” part for the arms. Cut the leg part in half lengthwise, cut one end of each leg into a curve (the “hand”) and turn them inside out. Sew up the sides and leave an open end for stuffing. Stuff the arms. Sew the arms to the body. Remember to tuck in the edges of the armhole. Draw the Halloween sock skeleton’s details with a
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permanent marker. Don’t forget the back of the skeleton.
Coffee Filter Halloween Banner-Materials
Needed: brown coffee filters, white card stock, scissors or 2” and 4 3/4” circle punches, hot glue gun and glue sticks, ribbon. Create Letters: Print template, attached above, onto white card stock then use scissors or a 4 3/4” circle punch to cut out the designs. Also cut eight small 2-inch circles that will provide a base for attaching the folded coffee filters. Fold Coffee Filters and create a ruffled frame for each letter, you need roughly nine coffee filters per letter. Fold each coffee filter into a pie shape by folding it first in half, then into thirds. Attach folded coffee filters to a 2inch card-stock circle using hot glue, overlapping them as you go until the circle is full. Fold each coffee filter into a pie-slice shape by folding it first in half, then into thirds. Attach folded coffee filters to a 2-inch card-stock circle using hot glue, overlapping them as you go until the circle is full. Attach folded coffee filters to a 2-inch card-stock circle using hot glue, overlapping them as you go until the circle is full. Assemble Banner by Using hot glue to attach each letter to the coffee filter circle. Then string the letters together by gluing them onto ribbon. Display your completed banner indoors or in a covered outdoor area. Cut out each banner panel in a circle (or use a circle cutter), with a circumference of 4 3/4 inches. Use hot glue to attach to the top of coffee filter circle.
interactive game that kids will love playing at your next Halloween party which is a variation of the classic party game, Pin the Tail on the Donkey. Materials Needed: black yarn, glue dots, glitter card stock in various colors, transfer paper, pen, scissors, fabric for blindfold, tape measure or yardstick. Create Spiders: Draw a spider pattern and trace on to the glittered card stock paper. Using scissors, cut spider out. Tip: Make multiple spiders using different colors of card stock so several guests can play at once. To make a spider web begin by cutting 4 lengths of yarn about 3 feet long and attach them to the wall in a crisscross pattern using glue dots to secure the ends. Beginning at one piece of yarn and using glue dots at each cross point, adhere another piece of yarn in a circular pattern, securing at each cross point. Continue with the glue dots in the same pattern, using a separate piece of yarn for each new part of the web. Continue in this manner until the yarn completely circles around to form the web. How to play the Game: Blindfold players then spin them around
Property 01 : 9.3 ac. Views, underground elec., city water and sensible restrictions. Borders a large ranch. Owner/Broker. $99,900 REDUCED Property 07 : Concan Country Club lot! On Starry Night cul-de-sac w/lots of trees. Great Price. $70,000 Property 15: 284 Woodruff Rd. in Rancho Real. 5.02 unrestricted acres on the West Frio. Elec avail & easy access. $98,000 NEWProperty 17: Residential lot on Wisteria Way @ Mountain Valley in Concan. Nice, level, water & elec. Available. $76,000 Property 21: Shady & quiet lot in Old Town Uvalde @ 213 W. Mesquite. 60’x120’. $41,000 Property 33: 5.16 ac. lot near town. City water & elec. Gorgeous views for MILES (see Old Baldy), paved roads, security gate. $74,900 Property 35: 5.16 ac. Adjacent to Prop#33! Buy BOTH for a $10,000 discount ($69,900 each). See Old Baldy from here! $74,900 Property 37: 5 ac. @ 1186 N. Saddle Mtn. Rd. EXCEPTIONAL VIEWS! Has a water meter. $65,130 Property 37: 4.02 ac. Lot in Valley Vista. Stunning views, underground utilities, club house w/pool. Ready to build! $79,500 Property 43: 8+ acs. w/gorgeous oaks and great bldg. sites. Electricity available. AG VALUATION = LOW taxes!! Shady Oaks Subdv. $77,045 Property 44: 3.2 ac. lot w/gated entrance, paved roads, underground electricity and city water. Nice oaks & no cedar! $64,500 TERMS Property 47: 1+/- ac. lot Mountain Valley in Concan. Close to golf course, House Pasture, Frio. Rentals OK!!! $89,000
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Property 52: 5+ ac West of Leakey. Fronts on John Buchanan Rd. Bldg. site faces east and is ready to go! $52,500 Property 55: 1 acre lot in Valley Vista w/AMAZING views! Underground electric & water at site. $44,500 Property 66: 1.44 acre lot in Canyon Oaks Unit 2. Cedar Ridge Lane. Water & electricity available. Quiet street & river park! $60,000 Property 74: 5.44 acres with West Frio river frontage. Adjacent to Prop. 75. $125,000 Property 75: 5.47 acre tract with 139’ of frontage on the West Prong of the Frio! Adjacent to Prop. 74. Older SW mobile. $140,000 Property 77: FOUR 1 acre lots in Tierra Linda in Concan! Beautiful, flat, easy to build. Close to golf & House Pasture. $79,000 each Property 78: 5+ ac. River Front lot in Rancho Real north of Leakey. West Frio frontage, no utilities. $89,000 Property 81-83: 1-9 ac. lots in Concan. You have to see these lots. All utilities and VIEWS for miles. $39,500--$49,500--$55,500
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Property 11: 800’ RIVERFRONT! Paradise on the FRIO. 27+ acs. Cute 2BD/1BA cottage ++ NO RESTRICTIONS $699,000 REDUCED Property 12: 5+ acres north of Leakey w/2400 sq. ft. metal bldg. Hwy. frontage. Some elevation for great views. Ag. Exempt. $200,000 Property 16: 10 ac north of Leakey. Access to spring fed pond. Great views. Nice little hunting property. 4x4 a MUST. $27,500 PENDING Property 19: 50 acres located just minutes from Neal’s Lodges & the Frio River. Easy access, electric nearby. Excellent hunting! $165,000 Property 22: LIVE WATER ranch! 195 acs. w/both sides of Camp Wood Creek! 4BD/3.5BA home, 50x100 barn on slab. Must see! $1.8M Property 25 : RR336 north of Leakey. 17+ acs. West prong of the Frio River on eastern boundary $222,000 Property 28: 160 acs Extensive Hwy. 83 frontage in Concan. Homesites, game, views, seasonal Shut In creek. $3995/ac REDUCED Property 29 : 260 acs. +/- WILL DIVIDE Hwy. 337W frontage. Views for miles! $4250 per acre Property 30: 10.38 acs. w/frontage on RR336. Hills and draws. Lots of game. $35,000 Property 34: 71 ac. w/shipping container converted to a bunk room. Big views. Remote, no utilities. 4x4 needed. $190,000 REDUCED Property 39: 233 acres minutes north of Leakey. Co. road frontage + city water and electricity. Beautiful views, hunting $730,000 REDUCED NEWProperty 40: 17.6 acres w/Frio frontage! Close to Leakey. Several building sites. Electricity nearby. $230,000 Property 51: 68.28 acres off Hwy. 41 in far NW Real County. Fairview Ranch. Oaky, brushy, gamey!!! Must see! $238,900 Property 53: 25 acres in Hidden Hills, Center Point—Kerr County. Gated, paved roads, beautiful homes! Ag. Exempt! $250,000 MOTIVATED! Property 60: 125 ac. west of Leakey on Hwy 337. Electricity on 2 sides. Frontage on highway and County Rd. $4,250 per acre Property 61: 50 acres. w/Hwy. 41 frontage in far NW Real County. Fairview Ranch. Neat little hunting place! $175,000 Property 76: 8+ acs. on Bluff Creek. 9 miles north of Leakey in Rancho Real. Well, septic & electricity in place. $145,000 PENDING Property 79: 640 acres north of Leakey off Cypress Creek Rd. Beautiful ranch with spring-fed creek! $2,500 per acre PENDING Property 086: 26.69 acs. west of Leakey 6 miles. County Road frontage. Elec available. Rough to rolling terrain. $4,000 per acre
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a few times to disorient them a bit. Add a glue dot to the back of a card stock spider and allow the player to place the spider on the web. Award points for each ring of the web with the center being the highest.
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Property 08: Great buy on this cute 2/1 home on 1.2 shaded acres! Attached carport + outbuildings. 78 Suttle Way. $125,000 Property 09: The finest home in the Concan Country Club is available! 3BA/2.5BA, oversized garage and HUGE patio. $595,000 REDUCED Property 10: Rustic 1 or 2BD/1BA cottage w/lots of neat details! 26.93 acres, views & hunting! RR336 north of Leakey. $142,500 PENDING Property 13 : Newer riverfront home @ 3894 RR 1120 in Rio Frio. Beautiful 2+ ac. lot that slopes gently to the river’s edge. $560,000 Property 14 179 Roy Chisum Rd. 4BR/3BA on .82 acs. w/ gorgeous, private river access! No restr. Potential for income! $339,900 REDUCED Property 18: 9.47 ac. Near Garner State Park! 3BD/2BA + office and an 800 sq. ft. guest house! GORGEOUS views; hunting ok. $279,900 Property 20: 2BD/1BA home on a GORGEOUS river front lot that encompasses BOTH sides of the river! Great area. $299,000 PENDING Property 23: CUTE! 3BD/1BA all brick home w/carport & fenced yard. 1⁄4 acre lot. Located at 624 Sunset Ln. in city limits. $98,600 REDUCED Property 24:Cute 3/2 brick home in town. Easy walk to shops, restaurants, library and the Frio! Circle drive + carport. $129,500 Property 26: 3BD/2BA home plus office on 3 acres. Perimeter fenced. Located just south of lovely Utopia, TX! $147,500 Property 27: 1737 Patterson Creek Rd. 46.91 ac. w/large log home, 2 car garage, beautiful creek frontage and views. $699,500PENDING NEWProperty 32: The Sweet Spot is a fabulous new home on Concan golf course! 4BD/4.5BA HUGE POOL! Furnished. $649,000 PENDING NEWProperty 38: 1137 Skylane North in Uvalde! Beautiful 3BD/ 2BA under old oaks! Close to schools. Numerous updates. $224,000 NEWProperty 41: Nice 52 acre place with a spacious 2BD/2BA home located halfway between Uvalde & Camp Wood. $325,000 Property 42: 337 River House. 1.68 acs. with 3BD/2.5BA main home + 1/1 Gst. House! River front and POOL! $425,000 HUGE REDUCTION! Property 45: Large 3BD/3BA home on 1+ ac. 270 Whitetail Run in Reagan Wells. Over 100 acres of common area for owners. $192,500 Property 48: EXCELLENT location! Next to House Pasture in Concan. 3BD/3BA + lg. bunk room. New POOL! It RENTS! $450,000 Property 56: 2BD/2BA Brick home @ 616 E. Mesquite in Uvalde. Quaint & Cozy w/carport, workshop & storage bldg. $130,000 Property 57: 1BD/2BA w/loft on 60+ acs. 716 Camino del Paso. Beautiful box canyon. Close to town. Access via county Rd. $389,500 Property 58: 3 Br/2 Ba home on 1 acre close to the Frio River. Wetweather creek. RV’s and nightly rentals allowed. $165,000 Property 65: 306 Walter White Rd. 3BD/2BA log home on 1 ac. Nice pool, great views. Rentals ok! $275,000 Property 70: 10 Donna Dr. in Uvalde. Large home 5BD/3BA 3070 sq. ft. in nice area with large lot. Great price. $205,000
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O B I T U A R I E S Rachel Laverne Bradford
Doris Faye Elms Templin
(March 28, 1924 - October 11, 2016)
(June 28, 1939 - October 24, 2016)
Rachel Laverne Bradford of Uvalde, Texas passed away Tuesday, October 11, 2016, in San Antonio, Texas. She was born in Vance, Texas on March 28, 1924, to Perry Edgar Burleson and Lena (Stephenson) Burleson. She married Joseph Edward Bradford on December 4th, 1942. She was a beloved wife, extraordinary family member, and was a superior mother. She was old school. She was the most kind, loving, and caring person. She was a very Classy Lady, when it came to common sense she was on the upper end of the totem pole. She was ranch oriented, knew about livestock and was a nature lover. She loved to watch the different kinds of birds and had lots of bird books. She came close to living as long as Maw Burleson and being as tough as her Mother, who was lovingly known as Maw Burleson. She is survived by her son Scott Clay Bradford Sr.; daughter-in-law, Diane Bradford; grandchildren, Celina Luisa Tardugno, Scott Clay Bradford Jr., Brittany Scott, Zachary Edward Bradford; great grandchild, Mia Sarnes; brothers, Billie James Burleson, Mickey Joe Burleson; 17 nephews and 7 nieces. She was preceded in death by her parents, Perry and Lena Burleson; husband, Joseph Edward Bradford; son, Courtney Lane Bradford; brothers, O.D. Burleson, Robert Edgar Burleson, Woody Lyn Burleson, and David G. Burleson; sisters, Dorcas Lola Shoopman, Mary Lou Thomas, Teresa Aline Burleson, Anna Marcelene Bowman, Martha Carol Tumlinson, and Jerry Nell Ward. Graveside service was held Friday, October 21st, 2016, 1 p.m. at the Vance Cemetery in Vance, Texas, with Cody Haynes officiating. The family invites you to leave a condolence at www.nelsonfuneralhomes.net Arrangements are under the personal care of Nelson Funeral Home of Camp Wood, Texas.
Doris Faye Elms Templin, age 77, born on June 28, 1939 in Leakey, Texas. She died peacefully on her ranch October 24, 2016 surround by her children, sister, and two nieces. Doris was preceded in death by her father Harvey Elms in 1939, her mother Muriel Auld Powers in 2004 and Aunt LaVernia Auld Taylor in 1996. She loved life and loved those who shared it with her. Doris was an entrepreneur opening her first salon at age 27 in San Antonio, Texas. She was active in the cosmetology industry for 50 years. Doris was a member of Leakey Chapter No. 18 Order of the Eastern Star for 14 years, serving as a Worthy Matron 3 times and Deputy Grand Matron D5, S4. She was active in the Real County Historical Commission, Leakey United Methodist Church and volunteered at the Real County Museum. She also was a member of the Real County Wildlife Association. She was the loving wife of the late James C. Templin for 30 years. Doris is survived by her three children Donald W. Hutchinson Jr. of Floresville, Tx, Derrick W. Hutchinson of San Antonio, Tx, and Amber D. Anthony of Leakey, Tx; Treasured Nana to William D. Anthony, Madrid, Spain and Nicholas A. Anthony, Waco, Tx. Devoted Sister Virginia (Ginger) Perkins, brother-in-law Hershel Perkins of Leakey, Tx. She also leaves three nieces and spouses, Mr. and Mrs. Rocky Smith, Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Carr and Mr. and Mrs. Clark Haley. As well as dear cousins, Pat Hammond, Diane Hirst, and many friends. With special thanks and love to our dear cousin Michelle Haley. Pallbearers include Johnny Preece, Freddy Pendley, Bruce Carr, Bob Burdett, Scott Kolb, Culver Duderstadt, Ralph Hammond, and Joe Waligura. Viewing services will be held Friday evening from 5-7 p.m. at Leakey United Methodist Church, http://www.leakeyumc.org/index.html. Services will take place at 1:00 pm, on Saturday, October 29, 2016 at Leakey United Methodist Church, 419 North Market Street, Leakey, TX 78873. Interment will follow at the Floral Cemetery in Leakey with Eastern Star Service. The family invites you to leave a condolence at www.nelsonfuneralhomes.net Arrangements are under the personal care of Nelson Funeral Home of Leakey, Texas. The family askes in lieu of flowers suggested donation to the Leakey OES No. 18-Humanitarian Fund, P.O. Box 702, Leakey, Texas 78873.
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Mastering Sin - When Sin is the Master!!? As we continue this series on “Mastering Sin” we need to be fully aware of what happens when sin becomes the MASTER. The apostle Paul tells us what happens when sin is the master in one’s life. “Do you not know that to whom you present yourselves slaves to obey, you are that one’s slaves whom you obey, whether of sin leading to death, or of obedience leading to righteousness? But God be thanked that though you were slaves of sin, yet you obeyed from the heart that form of doctrine to which you were delivered. And having been set free from sin, you became slaves of righteousness. I speak in human terms because of the weakness of your flesh. For just as you presented your members as slaves of uncleanness, and of lawlessness leading to more lawlessness, so now present your members as slaves of righteousness for holiness.” (Romans 6:16-19). Did you catch what it means to be a slave of sin? Sin becomes your master - and you become its “slave”! {This simple illustration of Paul’s literally destroys many false doctrines in the denominational world today. I’ll say more about that at the close of this article. - CG}. There are many, many examples of people who were enslaved by sin in the pages of the Bible. One of the first things that happens when one is enslaved by sin is that they lose touch with their spiritual side and are overcome by worldliness and/or carnality. In Thayer’s Greek Lexicon, the Greek word translated ‘world’ (G 2889) has the meaning of “the circle of the earth” {very rare - CG} or “the inhabitants of the earth, men, the human race” as seen in John
St. Raymond Catholic Church 2nd and Mountain St. P O Box 989 Leakey, TX 78873 830.232.5852 Mass: 5:30pm Saturday 6:00 pm 1st and 3rd Wednesdays Parish Priest Fr. Adrian Adamik Rectory: 830.683.2165 St. Mary Catholic Church Hwy 187 Vanderpool, TX Mass: 9:00am Sunday Contact:830.966.6268
3:16; 17:6, 21, 23; and at least 70 more times in the Gospel of John alone! When Jesus told Pilate “My kingdom is not of this world” (John 18:36) He meant that it was not a physical kingdom. There are human kingdoms (worldly) and there are TWO spiritual kingdoms (spiritual). It doesn’t matter to God which earthly kingdom that you are in. What does matter is whether you are in the “kingdom of God’s beloved Son”. What other spiritual kingdom is out there? I’m glad you asked! Paul tells Christians what the two spiritual kingdoms are, in Colossians 1:13-14: “For He rescued us from the domain of darkness, and transferred us to the kingdom of His beloved Son, in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins.” (NASB). Jesus came to this world (the second meaning of the Greek word translated “world” {G 3626 of which Thayer says “the whole inhabited earth, the world” - and is only found 9 times in the New Testament: Matthew 24: 14; Luke 2:1; Acts 11:28; 17:6, 31; Romans 10: 18; Hebrews 1:6; Revelation 3:10; 12:9; 16:4 - CG}. To teach man what the Father wanted. {A third Greek word is also translated “world” and is found 40 times in the New Testament (G 165 - of which Thayer says, “an unbroken age, eternity, ages, forever, end of the world - Matthew 24:3; 28:20; John 6:51; 14:16; 2 Corinthians 4:4; etc.}. Jesus prayed in John 17 and said, “I have given them Your word; and the world has hated them because they are not of the world, just as I am not of the world. I do not pray that You should take them out of the world, but that You should keep them from the
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Evening Worship: 6:00pm Wednesday Bible Study: 7:00pm Preacher: Charlie Gant 830.232.4230 Frio Canyon Baptist Church Pastor Michael Howard Hwy 83 South Leakey, TX (830) 232-5883 Sunday School: 9:45am Worship Service: 11:00am Evening Worship: 6:00pm Wed. Prayer: 6:30pm
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Reál County Church 121 Oak Hill Ste. 4 Leakey, Texas Sunday School: 10:00am Worship: 11:00am
Living Waters Church Hwy 1050 Utopia, TX 830.966.2426 Sunday School: 9:30 am Worship: 10:30 am
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Church in the Valley Hwy 83 Leakey, TX 78873 830.232.6090 Pastor Ray Miller Sunday School: 9:45am Worship: 10:45am Childrens Church 11 Evening: 6:00pm Wed. Service 6:30 Fellowship (2nd & 4th) 7:00pm Spanish Service Sat. 6:00pm
Concan Church of Christ Hwy 83 Concan 830.232.4058 Ministers: Paul Goodnight and Ray Melton Sunday School: 10:00am Com and Worship: 11:00am Evening: 6:00pm Wednesday: 7:00pm
New Fellowship Church Hwy 337 & Camino Alto Leakey, TX 830.232.4287 Sunday School: 9:45am Pastor: Greg Mutchler Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Worship 10:45 a.m. Evening 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Service and Youth 6:30 p.m. Leakey Church of Christ One Block N of Courthouse Leakey, TX 78873
Concan Baptist Mission Hwy 83 Concan, TX Worship: 9:30am Sunday School: 10:30am Evening Worship: 6:00pm Wednesday Bible Study: 6:00pm Pastor Willis Adair Cowboy Church in the Nueces River Canyon HWY 55 N @ Angel Wings Cafe’ PO Box 158 Barksdale, TX 78828 (830) 234-3180 or 2345170
evil one. They are not of the world, just as I am not of the world.” (verses 14-16). Jesus and His apostles were not worldly-minded. When one is enslaved by sin they are in the domain, or kingdom, of darkness. And they become alienated from God. Paul puts it this way, “For to be carnally minded is death, but to be spiritually minded is life and peace. Because the carnal mind is enmity against God; for it is not subject to the law of God, nor indeed can be. So then, those who are in the flesh cannot please God.” (Romans 8:6-8). To be worldly minded, or carnally minded, means that we will not obey God! I mentioned earlier the passage from Romans 6:16-19. The verses just before this text tell how one can be “freed from sin”! Isn’t that a marvelous thought? The whole premise of these verses is that every person has free will in this life. Read Romans chapter 6 and see if you don’t agree. The tenants of Calvinism are proven false if a person has the will to accept Jesus and obey His will on their own. Next time we will look at some of the Bible histories of persons who were enslaved to sin and some of the consequences that they had to endure. It is a sobering look at just how bad sin is. If I can help you understand these things better, or possibly help you to become freed from sin, I am here to do just that. Please contact me by the most convenient was possible. My info is: Charlie Gant, P.O. Box 837, Leakey, TX 78873; home: (830) 232-4777; text to: (979) 743 1066; e-mail: charliegant@hotmail.com
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Uvalde Retired Teachers Association Funds Scholarship
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Uvalde-Members of the Uvalde Retired Teachers Association (RTA) Scholarship Committee met at the Sul Ross State University Rio Grande College campus in Uvalde last week to celebrate the new scholarship they funded for RGC students. The generous gift will be awarded to an RGC student in the Teacher Education program seeking either a bachelor’s or master’s degree. In addition, members of the group will mentor each scholarship recipient, offering encouragement and support as the student completes his or her degree. The first RTA scholarship will be awarded for the fall 2017 semester. The group depends on fundraisers, donations, and member dues to use for scholarships and other charitable giving; however, the group’s chief impact may be through their volunteerism. Their members racked up over 63,000 community service hours just last year, an astonishing number considering they have approximately 140 active members. According to Diana Bonnet, Uvalde RTA President, “Volunteerism plays a vital role in Uvalde RTA’s community involvement. Our volunteers can be seen working at the hospice and library thrift stores, hospital auxiliary, local food pantry, St. Henry de Oso as well as mentoring high school students.” In addition, they operate a book project, putting a book in the hands of every first grader in the area to take home through the Texas RTA book project. They mentor new teachers as well as experienced ones and are always interested in helping where there is need. Retirement is not a requirement for membership-it is open to all active and retired teachers in the area. For more information about RTA and their endeavors, visit www.localunits.org/ uvalde or contact Bonnet via email at dbonnet113@gmail.com. Signing the scholarship agreement are Diana Bonnet, Uvalde Retired Teachers Assoc. President, and Bill Kibler, SRSU President. Standing in back, left to right, are local RTA scholarship committee members Cleo Eddy, Barbara Blair, Eunice Sosa, Nancy Stockton, and RGC Vice President Paul Sorrels.
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GRANNY’S KITCHEN BACK TO BASICS... HALLOWEEN It’s that time again! Ghouls and goblins roam… seeking treats and parties with games and treats and lots of other boisterous sprites around! If you are giving out treats, here are some healthy alternatives, Granola bars, mini boxes of dried fruit, snack bags of pretzels, goldfish or animal crackers, trail mix, fruit pouches, single serve packets of popcorn, but if you are throwing a Halloween Party try some of these recipes! Happy Halloweening!!
SICK PUMPKIN
Take a medium sized pumpkin and cut the top and a wide open mouth then clean the center. Draw a sad face with marker. Find a bowl that will fit snugly into the top opening. Prepare the avocado dip and Queso as directed below. Avocado Dip: 4 Avocados Peeled and pitted 1 lime juiced 1⁄2 c diced tomatoes 1⁄4 c chopped red onion 1⁄4 c cilantro 1 clove garlic minced 1 tsp salt 1 tsp chili powder Mash and stir avocadoes until the mixture is lumpy and well mixed. Add the remaining ingredients and stir well mixing all ingredients until you get the desired consistency. Queso: 1 pat butter Minced 1 scallion Minced 1 clove garlic 2 c cheddar
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ered with non-stick spray. Place the meringue mixture into an icing bag. Using your icing bag and a large round icing tip, continually press the meringue mixture directly down onto the foil. Press down and lift up to create layered stacks for each ghost (release the pressure just a tiny bit, pulling up on your frosting bag at the same time in between each layer). Bake them for about 45 minutes or until the tops become a little brown. Once they are completely cooled, they will harden and be ready to decorate with black gel frosting! Add eyes and mouths to your ghost (or create silly faces!). Store in an air tight container. Isn’t that easy? Creating little ghost shapes is incredibly easy and each one will have it’s own unique shape making them even more fun! If you don’t have an icing bag with frosting tips, try using a large ZipLock bag and simply cut off the tip. This is also a great way for young kids to create Ghost Meringues.
Chocolate Dipped Candy Corn Rice Crispy Treats 2 cups shredded Monterey jack 1⁄2 c Milk 1 can chilies Melt the butter over low/medium heat. Add all other ingredients and stir constantly until melted and smooth. Place the pumpkin with the bowl wedged in the top opening on a clean wide tray. Pour the Queso in the top of the pumpkin and fill the mouth and the area in front of the mouth with the avocado dip. Arrange chips around the pumpkin on the tray!
1 package Double Chocolate Milano cookies 1 cup white chocolate chips 1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil 32 black pearl sprinkles Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside. Open the package of cookies and pull them all out. Since white chocolate hardens so quickly, I like to work in several batches. In a microwave safe bowl place 1/2 cup of white chocolate chips with 1/4 tablespoon vegetable oil in the microwave. Microwave for 30 seconds, stir, and microwave for another 25 seconds. Stir until melted or return to the microwave for a little longer. Add more vegetable oil if needed. Using a spoon, spoon the melted chocolate over the cookies. Lightly tap the cookies on the edge of the bowl to get a nice even coating of chocolate. Place the dipped cookies on prepared baking sheet and allow to completely dry. Repeat in another batch with remaining cookies. Place all the leftover white chocolate (make sure it is still very melted) into a small plastic bag (or a frosting bag fitted with a #2 tip) Cut the very edge corner off the bag and then pipe the melted white chocolate over the cookies to form the “bandages” of the mummy. Secure 2 sprinkle eyes on the wet chocolate.
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TREATS AND EATS
4 Egg Whites 1/2 tsp of Cream of Tartar 1 cup of Sugar Black Decorating Icing Gel Preheat oven to 225 degrees. Using an electric mixer, whip the egg whites for a few minutes on high speed until they become frothy (you will see lots of little bubbles). Next, add your sugar in small amounts. Finally, mix in the cream of tartar. Continue to whip the mixture until it gets stiff (meaning that it holds a shape when stopped). Prepare your baking sheet with a layer of foil cov-
6 cup crispy rice cereal 6 cup mini marshmallows 5 tbsp butter orange gel coloring dark chocolate candy coating white chocolate candy coating In a large pot over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the mini marshmallows and stir constantly until the marshmallows have melted. Stir in a few drops of orange coloring and remove the pot from the heat. Mix in the cereal, being sure to stir until well coated. Press the treats into a buttered 11x13” baking dish to set. Once the treats have set, cut them into triangles and use your hand to gently round the corners for a more realistic look. Melt the candy coating according to the package instructions. Set out a silicone baking mat or wax paper. Dip the base of your treat triangle into the dark chocolate, shaking off the excess, then dip the top into the white candy coating. Place the treat on your mat to set. Once the chocolate has set, store the treats at room temperature in an airtight container up to three days.
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1 cup Peanut Butter 1 cup heavy whipping cream 2 heaped tablespoons cream cheese 2 tbs powdered sugar 1 tsp vanilla pinch of salt chocolate chip cookies chocolate fudge sauce cookies and black icing to make the gravestones In a bowl blend together the peanut butter, cream, cream cheese, vanilla, powdered sugar and salt. Add only half the cream to begin with so it doesn’t splash, and then once your ingredients are blended add the other half. In a second bowl break up the chocolate chip cookies - you will need two cookies per cup. Put half of the cookies into the bottom of the cup. Top with peanut butter mousse, and then drizzle chocolate sauce over the top. Repeat these steps so you have two layers of cookies, peanut butter mousse and chocolate sauce. Next use the black icing to make the gravestone. Pop the gravestone into the peanut butter mousse cup and enjoy!
Wednesday, October 26, 2016 TEXAS—Report: In this file photo, a Texas State Trooper is shown sitting in his vehicle in Eldorado, Texas. Drivers in Texas busted for drunken driving, not paying child support or low-level drug offenses are among thousands of “high-threat” criminal arrests that officials have touted in defense of a nearly $1 billion mission to secure the border with Mexico, an Associated Press analysis has found. Having once claimed that conventional crime data doesn’t fully capture the dangers to public safety and homeland security, the Texas Department of Public Safety classified more than 1,800 offenders arrested near the border by highway troopers in 2015 as “high threat criminals.” But not all live up to that menacing label or were anywhere close to the border. In response to the AP’s findings, the Department of Public Safety said it will recommend removing child support evaders from the “high threat” list and signaled a willingness to stop classifying other arrests as “high threat.” However, it defended the data overall, saying it isn’t intended to measure border security, even though the figures are included in briefings to lawmakers. “It’s deceptive to say the least,” Democratic state Rep. Terry Canales, from the border city of Edinburg, said of the data. “I would say it’s shocking that a person arrested with a small amount of cocaine in Odessa is used to show supposedly high-threat criminal arrests on the Texas-Mexico border.” CALIFORNIA—A horrific crash Sunday morning in California left 13 people dead and dozens more injured after a tour bus collided with a semi-truck. The accident occurred at 5:17 a.m. in the westbound
lanes of the 10 Freeway at Indian Canyon in the Desert Hot Springs area. The big rig driver, hauling food products, had only moderate injuries and police said he reported feeling “a thump in the back, but that’s all he really knew.” “The speed of the bus was so significant that when it hit the back of the big-rig trailer, the trailer itself entered about 15 feet into the bus,” California Highway Patrol Border Division Chief Jim Abele said during a Sunday
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afternoon news conference. “So you can see there was a substantial impact.” All 44 people on board the bus were believed to be adults, said Abele, who wouldn’t say if officials expected the death toll to rise. “By the grace of God nobody else will pass away,” he said. No cause of the crash was immediately identified, but Abele said many modern buses had “some kind of black box” that might aid authorities. Any influence of drugs, alcohol or driver fatigue had not been ruled out. MOSUL—Kurdish forces have carried out new attacks on positions of so-called Islamic State (IS) in northern Iraq to retake the town of Bashiqa, near Mosul. Kurdish Peshmerga commanders said they made large advances into IS territory and secured part of a highway that will limit IS’s freedom of movement. Turkey joined the fight against IS on Sunday, directing artillery fire at jihadist positions in Bashiqa. The Iraqi PM had rejected an offer of Turkish involvement on Saturday. Kurdish fighters killed dozens of IS militants, cordoned off eight villages and blocked IS’s ability to supply Mosul with reinforcements. The top US commander in Iraq, Lt Gen Stephen Townsend, told reporters there had been “considerable success” in Bashiqa on Sunday. But he cautioned: “I have not received a report that says every house has been cleared, every Daesh [IS fighter] has been killed and every IED [roadside bomb] has been removed.” Journalists have not yet been allowed into the town. CLINTON—Hillary Clinton has vaulted to a double-digit advantage in the inaugural ABC News 2016 election tracking poll,
boosted by broad disapproval of Donald Trump on two controversial issues: His treatment of women and his reluctance to endorse the election’s legitimacy. Likely voters by a vast 69-24 percent disapprove of Trump’s response to questions about his treatment of women. After a series of allegations of past sexual misconduct, the poll finds that some women who’d initially given him the benefit of the doubt have since moved away. PORT AUPRINCE (AFP) - At least 100 inmates, some of them armed, escaped a Haitian prison near the capital Port-au-Prince during a mutiny, killing at least one guard, a source close to the investigation said Sunday. Local media, citing police, said 172 prisoners had fled the Arcahaie facility, located on the coast northwest of the capital Port-au-Prince. A preliminary investigation indicates a guard forgot to lock a door Saturday as the inmates were eating. The prisoners left the cafeteria and armed themselves with police weapons, the source said on condition of anonymity. The US Government is warning Americans to avoid the area. SCIENCE & TECH-Archaeologists say they’ve found evidence of a battlefield from the Roman emperor Titus’ siege of Jerusalem in A.D. 70. Recent excavations revealed a section of the so-called “Third Wall” of Jerusalem that Titus’ army breached on its way to conquering the city, according to the Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA). Outside the wall, the archaeologists found that the ground was littered with large ballista stones (stones used as projectiles with a type of crossbow) and sling stones, suggesting that this area had been under heavy fire from Roman siege engines. TRUMP-The Clinton campaign’s recent attacks on Donald Trump for his comments about a beauty queen’s weight problems were months in the making, according to an opposition research report uncovered in emails released by WikiLeaks on Sunday. Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton invoked those comments during the first presidential debate on Sept. 26. Near the end of the showdown, Clinton cited the case of Miss Universe 1996 Alicia Machado. WikiLeaks Trump responded: “Where did you find this?” The answer is: in a 157page opposition research file that Clinton’s campaign had been using since at least Dec. 19, 2015, the day research director Tony Carrk emailed it – and research files on Sens. Ted Cruz and Marco Rubio – to Clinton Campaign Chairman John Podesta. Podesta’s emails were subsequently hacked and more than 25,000 of them have been released so far by anti-secrecy group WikiLeaks.
Quail Season Begins October 29 Quail season opens statewide on October 29 and ends February 26, 2017. The daily bag limit for bobwhite, scaled (blue) and Gambel’s quail is 15, and the possession limit is 45. Legal shooting hours for all quail are 30 minutes before sunrise to 30 minutes after sunset. A Perfect Storm of Quail This year, excellent range conditions, insect crop and nesting cover have come together to create a perfect storm of quail in some areas of the state. Forecasts by region: Rolling Plains: Exceptional, highest survey numbers ever recorded Trans Pecos: Exceptional, highest survey numbers ever recorded South Texas Plains: Very Good, mixed reports Gulf Prairies: Below Average, populations affected by rainfall If you want to take advantage of this quail boom, but aren’t sure exactly where to go, check out the Public Hunting Lands. One million acres is available for your use with a $48 permit. Search by area and game animal, use the interactive map for hunt area information, then head out on your quail hunting adventure in a new locale. What You’ll Need You should carry 3 things when you hunt quail in Texas: proof of Hunter Education, a valid hunting license and an Upland Game Bird Endorsement. Every hunter, including those from out-of-
state, born after Sept. 2, 1971, must carry proof of Hunter Education on their person while hunting. If you’ve misplaced your certification card, go online and print a replacement for free. You can also purchase your license and endorsement online. Your purchases go toward supporting the wildlife and habitat management that help to create these boom seasons. Taking Action for Quail Conservation Texas is considered one of the best places in the country to hunt quail. But quail management has its challenges, and the help of landowners is critical. Bobwhite quail have all but disappeared from some regions of our state due to changes in available grassland habitat. But we’ve been working successfully with landowners and conservation partners to prove that, with the right conditions, a bob-
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white comeback is possible. We’ve learned that when supplied with good habitat, quail will capitalize on it and fill it up. And if quail habitat needs can be met on a large enough scale, bobwhite restoration is possible. Safety: Bird Dogs in the Field If you’re hunting with bird dogs in your party, congratulations! Hunting with dogs is an ageless tradition, and it’s awe-inspiring to watch them work. To keep the bird dogs safe (and the rest of your hunting party too), everyone must establish a safe zoneof-fire which takes the dogs into account, and stick to it. When you’re hunting quail, this is especially important because quail will flush in unpredictable directions. So take special care not to shoot directly over the dogs. Putting a blaze orange vest, tail tape or collar on your bird dog can also help keep it safe by making the dog easier to see, and thus out of the sights of a gun.
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HUNTING PROPERTY PRICE REDUCED!!!267 acres located approximately three miles east of Rocksprings. Easy access, low fenced on three sides. End of road location, yet close to town. Minerals intact! $1800 per acre! PRICE REDUCED!!! 530 acres to be surveyed out of large 3100-acre ranch in southern Edwards County. Surrounded by large ranches with low fences, fronts on County Road. Loaded with all types of exotics and native white tail deer, along with an abundance of feral hogs. Fenced on three sides. This is pristine Edwards Plateau wilderness that is covered with live oaks, cedar, and pinon pine. Off the beaten path and priced right at $1,300 per acre. Call today for more information. YOU HAVE TO SEE THIS ONE TO BELEVE IT! Hidden River Ranch, 265 acres with approximately 3⁄4 mile river frontage, only 2 miles from town, deep in the heart of the Frio Canyon. Extensive frontage on blacktop, excellent topography with pecan bottoms and field areas, three houses, a horse barn, and tractor shed, fenced and cross fenced. Property is loaded with wildlife, including Axis and White Tail deer, feral hogs, Blackbuck Antelope, wild turkey, and others. Must see to appreciate. COMMERCIAL Established Auto Parts Store located in the heart of Leakey. Well established, great business in a great location. $259,000 plus inventory! Looking for an established business in the Frio Canyon. Now you can own the Leakey Beverage Barn. Best location in town right across the street from Stripes. POTENTIAL OWNER FINANCING!!!! This is a well-established money maker! $315,000. OAKRIDGE LODGE AND CABIN located in the RIDGE. The main lodge features over 4300 feet of centrally heated and cooled area that is configured to sleep up to 30 guests. The property also features a detached cabin that sleeps an additional 10 guests. This is the best income producer in the Frio Canyon. An in ground pool and outdoor fireplace adds to the ambience, or relax on the upper deck and watch the sun go down. This property commands approximately $1,000 per night and is on track for 100 nights this year. This is the investment you’ve been looking for. Call today for a showing. Like new retail building located along Highway 83, close to Stripes with great visibility and easy access. Has a history of successful operation. This is the first building on the left that you see when you enter Leakey from the south. Over 2,000 sf of building area situated on a highly visible one-acre tract on Highway 83. $275,000. Modern Office Building on Highway 83, move in ready. City utilities, excellent visibility and access. Price Reduced. $225,000 FRIO PECAN FARM managed rental with 2b/2ba, covered porch, beautiful Pecan grove, wildlife, price reduced to $150,000. Close to Leakey and walking distance to the river! LAND PRICE REDUCED! 14 acres of Cypress lined Mill Creek in close proximity to Lost Maples State Park. Great for gentleman’s estate building along the bank of the creek. Good tillable soil that is perfect for vineyard. Extensive black top frontage with “live” water and excellent topography. PENDING! 15 acres in Rancho Real! Great hunting tract, new on the market. $45,000. 7 acres in Rancho Real! Good access, great views, and good hunting! Only $20,000. Beautiful home site in Frio River Place. Gated community, sensible restrictions, beautiful river park, parking area for owner’s RV, priced right at $75,000. Get it while it’s hot! This is the best buy in Concan. Gently sloping site with access to Private River Park. Properties in this area can be placed in a rental pool. 1.05 acres for only $55,000. BEAUTIFUL RIVER FRONT TRACT, this five acre building site on the Frio River can be yours today! Huge cypress trees line this blue water hole that is teeming with fish. Fronts on Highway 83 and the Frio River, private, yet close to town. Good restrictions, beautiful building site overlooking the river. It just doesn’t get any better than this!!! Price Reduced to $299,900 THE RIDGE-Experience the Texas hill country at its finest w/ private access to your own beautiful Frio River park w/BBQ pavilion. Underground utilities WITH TCEQ APPROVED WATER SYSTEM, paved roads, security gate, free roaming wildlife, hiking, biking & much more! This restricted subdivision offers great building sites for your dream home, retirement or vacation get-away. B&B allowed. Call for a showing or take a drive out 4 mi. south on RR 1120. Prices start at $99,500 RESIDENTIAL NEW LISTING! Beautiful home on Leakey Springs that was built for entertaining. Two acres of land, one on each side of the creek, gives you a high degree of privacy, yet you have city water. Sit on your deck and watch the deer play along the opposite bank of the creek and under the giant cypress trees. Main residence is a three bedroom two bath modern home, and there is a detached guest house to the immediate rear for your favorite mother in law. The compound is enclosed by a high fence with a security gate. Decks and patios everywhere under the huge trees. The improvements are in like new condition. This is probably the best home in the Frio Canyon for entertaining. Priced to sell at $389,000. NEW LISTING! Like new home in the heart of Leakey. Three bedroom two baths with approximately 1640 sf of centrally heated and cooled area. Walking distance to the banks, restaurants, grocery store, and the court house. All this for just $220,000. HERE IT IS, your own private cabin with frontage on the Frio River and also has access to the beautiful Leakey Springs Park. Cabin consists of a great room with kitchen and sleeping quarters, with two full baths. Only $185,000. This is turnkey, and ready for you! Approximately 176 feet of river frontage and a home in Frio River Place. Beautiful cypress lined private swimming hole in addition to subdivision park, three bedrooms and three full baths in main house, with guest quarters complete with a full bath. Lots of storage space, huge covered patio to watch the sun go down over the river, black top frontage. Close to Garner, Con Can, and Leakey, yet quiet and peaceful. $575,000. Like new three bedrooms 2 bath home on 5 acres with river access. Close to town in Frio River Ranch. $245,000. Beautiful four bedrooms, 2 1⁄2 bath home with over 2500 square feet of living area, located in close proximity to the river in Reagan Wells. Did I mention that it had a three car garage and a detached guest house. Huge covered and open deck area. Access to a mile of river and over 100 acres of wooded trails and pasture land. This one is priced right at $429,000. RIVERTREE! Two story log home nestled beneath huge Pecan trees. Walking distance to the river, 3 bedrooms, 3 bath, vaulted ceiling and wrap around porch. $329,900.
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