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Camps
Continued from page 1 baseball camp which will be from Monday, June 5 through Wednesday, June 7 The camp is for boys fourth grade through incoming ninth grade and will take place from noon to 2:30 pm each of the camp days The campers will work on the fundamentals of hitting, fielding, base-running and team play on defense The cost is $50 per player which includes a tshirt on the final day The boys are asked to wear shorts, t-shirts, cleats, and a hat The will need to bring their own baseball bat, helmet, and glove
The most popular summer camp for many years in Howe is the Lone Star Hoops Camp which will take place this year, Monday through Thursday, July 10 - 13
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The camp provides over 30 hours of fast paced, ability-and-agegrouped instruction emphasizing a positive approach to competition

It is the longest running basketball day camp of its kind in Texas It will be held at Howe High School and is for boys and girls who just finished the first grade through eighth grade
All campers will receive a camp tshirt, certificate, video instruction, and camp basketball The y will also compete for over 200 awards presented in numerous categories. The cost is $110 per player if registered before June 30 and $140 after June 30 If there are brothers or sisters attending the same camp, $10 can be deducted for each sibling registering
Campers should come dressed in shorts, t-shirt and appropriate footwear They can bring their own lunch or purchase pizza, along with drinks and snacks at camp A camp security bank is provided to allow withdrawals and deposits throughout the week to insure campers will not lose their money
The final sport camp in Howe that has been announced to date is the 5th Annual Bulldog Football Camp which will take place at Bulldog Stadium from Wednesday, July 26 through Friday, July 28 From 9 am to 10:30 am, campers entering the second grade through fifth grade will work with the Bulldogs coaching staff From 10:30 am to noon, campers entering sixth grade through ninth grade will get instruction from the coaching staff

It is a non-contact football camp that focuses on techniques and drills spanning all three phases of the game The coaches say that they want to provide campers with an enjoyable experience, while providing a base knowledge of the techniques used by the varsity Bulldog players A camp t-shirt will be provided with the cost of enrollment
Each camp registration forms can be found on the Community Calender dates on howeenterprise com
Note: Howe Youth Football registrations typically take place in mid-July.

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We all have some memory of going to Kindergarten that sticks with us Whether its walking into the building with your parents and your Wal-mart sack full of school supplies, or doing art projects and not wanting to take a nap at nap time Man, how I missed those days at some points this year If only we appreciated how simple life was back then All we were worried about how long recess was and what we were having for lunch that day The simplicity of elementary school would soon end, and we would eventually be in middle school. I won’t say much about middle school because I do not think it is a very fond memory for any of us Girls become women and boys stay boys We get acne, our voices crack, we “date” but never go anywhere, and we eventually find out that deodorant is our friend There are some good memories, however, like starting to bond with our classmates over sports and having our first dance and the guys being too afraid to go up and dance with girls
But now, we’re in high school. When I was Googling “How to Write a Valedictorian Speech,” I found a quote that stuck with me It reads “You can Google for a career But you can’t Google to find what’s in your heart – the passion that lifts you skyward ” Pretty ironic given how I found it, but it resonated with me because, frankly, I have no idea what I want to do with my life And I would imagine many of the graduates don’t either I’ve heard from many adults that nobody goes to college and ends up doing what they said they were going to do But, it is still scary to think that one day we will have to sit down and decide what we want to do for the rest of our lives While this seems like a daunting task for all of us, don’t let it be your focus This is the time of our lives where we are supposed to try new things and find what our passion is, so go do it It is also a time where we will most likely fail at some point, and that’s okay Classmates, I want you all to look up in the stands and find your family, friends, or teachers who you are close with These are the people who have supported, helped, and loved you along the way and they only want the best for you So when you leave here to begin your life and get lost along the way, come back home Remember what it feels like to be here in this moment, to have you friends and family looking down on you and how happy and proud they are for you, because this is where it all begins
I would like to take this time to thank my family I haven’t met anyone more hardworking and caring than my dad, and he has truly been a role model to me He has been my coach since my first day on the field at age 5 until my last track meet just a month ago Whether it has been the countless hours on the football field or the late nights getting on to me about starting a project last minute, he has always been there My mother is the most kind-hearted, loving, and giving woman I’ve ever known The endless love she has given me, my brothers, my dad and everyone she encounters, is inspiring. When life gets tough, my mom always knows exactly what to say or do to get me through it My grandparents, Mike and Judy and James and Carolyn, have always shown unconditional love and support to my parents and me and my brothers I would not be here today without any of them Also, to my brothers, good luck getting through the rest of high school
Lastly, I want to thank the Class of 2017 for being for being my favorite group of people to be around I mean, that’s not saying much because you’re the only group of people I’ve been around for 4 years, but thanks anyways I want to close this speech out by saying I have high hopes for this class I hope you all make the best of whatever situation you’re thrown into I hope you meet amazing new people and have new experiences I hope none of you do anything really embarrassing that we’ll talk about in 10 years at our reunion Lastly, I hope that if you find that you’re not happy with how your life turned out, you have the courage start over and try again Thank you

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Monday, June 5, 2017

Howe History Minute: Howe Church of Christ

From "90s...Then and Now; A Historical Cookbook", 1991

In 1933 Willis Kraeger was invited to preach in a series of gospel meetings that were held in the building of the Christian Church At the close of the meeting, a paper was put on a table, and people were asked to post their names if they wanted to be a “church of Christ and worship separately” With the recording of those names the church was established in Howe
The first to preach for the church when it was established was a man named Dasher Those preachers of the longest tenure in Howe were: Gene Vivrett, Don Holloman, Willis Dykes, and Andy Kizer who has been preaching in Howe since 1982 (Editor’s note: The current preacher is Toby Soechting and he has been the pastor of the church since 1999) Some of the most notable men who came to Howe to preach in gospel meetings were: G C Brewer, Leroy Brownlow, George Henry Stephenson, Johnny Ramsey, and Jeff Walling
Some fo those who faithfully served the church as elders through the years were: Jesse Baxter, Henry Foster, Gene Hightower, and Fred Holcomb who was a prominent leader for 38 years Now the church is led by elders Jim Bush, Hugh Hawkins, L H Linker, and Jesse Stonebarger T here have been only four treasurers in the history of the Howe Church of Christ: L E Kelley, Fred Holcomb, Jesse Stonebarger, and David Savage

“So the church had peace, being edified; and walking in the fear of the Holy Spirit, was multiplied” (Acts 9:31)
HHS Salutatorian Dreanna McAdams's speech
Good afternoon, Class of 2017 Good afternoon, parents, teachers, administrators, and friends I am Dreanna McAdams, salutatorian of the Class of 2017, and it is my pleasure to welcome you here tonight
As many of you know, I have not been a Bulldog for all four years of high school, but I have been here long enough to realize that this class is something special Those who have been here through Elementary were called the “H-Squadron” by Coach Simmons, and those who have arrived since then have only enriched that unique group We are an incredibly complex class, with so many different types of students, so much so that I could not find one word to describe us all Determined, humorous, talented - these are all words that describe this class that I have spent these last two years with
And so, the ability to not be classified under one descriptor is what makes this class special It is what makes this class capable of succeeding in all we do - for it is not one type of person that makes a society, but a combination of people to run the complex world we live in
While mentioning this, I want to sincerely thank all who have brought us here, to the point where we diverge to realize our futures Friends, thank you for your loyalty and advice Teachers, we will not sit in your classes again, we will not see you every day - yet the time and care you put into us has will not be forgotten Parents and guardians, it will be your voices in our minds as we head forward, and it is your love that has shaped us into the young men and women that we are today
And so, here we stand at the beginning of the rest of our lives, whether it be thanks to our parents’ angry phone calls, our friends’ empathy, our teachers’ altered deadlines, or our administrators’ care for our wellbeing We stand here today perhaps not ready for our future, because it was only a week ago, or maybe even sitting here in this moment that we finally understood the significance of graduating We are stepping out of what is comfortable, meaning that we now have to step out of our homes, high school, and the prospective niches we have carved for ourselves, and take responsibility for our futures Because, whether we are going to a university, community college, trade school, or into the military, we are preparing ourselves for the rest of our lives

Sitting here today is the future Future doctors, teachers, inventors, leaders - soon this society our parents, friends, and current leaders have worked so hard to build will be ours to steward. All the beauty - in monuments, nature, in daily acts of kindness - is our responsibility to maintain However, we will not be stewards of just the beautiful, but the ugly too Because as we graduate, as we enter the real world not made of proms, 8-hour school days, and Friday night lights, we will become aware of the struggles in real life The fact that, half way around the world there are people waiting in line for a chance to receive medical aid from America, or genius individuals unable to get an education because of their social class, or where they live Or the fact that there is real racism, real slavery, and real poverty happening all around the world We will become stewards of this broken world, and that, friends, seems daunting
Yet do not be afraid, Class of 2017, because we were all created for a purpose You all were given your special skills Everything you have done, every piece of knowledge your teachers and parents have imparted upon you will become of use in your future And so, as you go forward, I wish to tell you, don’t be afraid to glance back and thank everyone who has brought you here thus far And ahead of you, embrace the opportunities that will come your way Many of you do not know who you are going to be Even those who have chosen a major or a profession may change it multiple times as they go through this part of their lives But do not be afraid - and don’t be afraid to change We do not have to adhere to the stereotypes we have created for ourselves - we have the power to change and finally be that better person we want to be. We have the power to change the world for the better, if we work for it and are unafraid to seize the day
So yes - we are graduating, but that will not be the defining event of our lives So much is prepared before each of you, and there is so much that we all must still work to achieve I thank God for a chance to have met you all, and leave you with one simple dare: Find your purpose, and use it to change another’s life for the better
Local Church Calendar
am – Sunday School (all ages) 10:30 am – Worship Service 10:30 am – KidZone Children’s Service (5yr – 12 yr)
Community Bible Fellowship
Monday 7:00 pm - Luella home group Bible Study
Wednesday 6:30 pm - Food and Fellowship 7:00 pm - Childrens's Ministry
7:00 pm - Youth and Adult Bible Study

Sunday 10:30 am - Worship Service

7:00 pm - Howe home group Bible Study Times are subject to change. Please check with each church for any possible changes

Home Sales On the Rise in 75459 Zip Code Real Estate Marketa
The 75459 zip code market was very active this week as sales spiked 33 3 percent to hit 16 homes sold over the last 30 days Within the same time frame, the 75409 zip code (Anna) had 49 sales, the most of all zip codes in the area The median sales price dropped to $222,400, potentially helping to reduce the four months of inventory left to be sold
This area has a rating of 63 for the population growth (Scale: 1 = Worst, 100 = Best)
This area has a property tax of $12 56/$1,000 People in this area have a commute time breakdown of: Less than 15 min (30 3%), 15-29 min (40 1%), 30-44 min (11 8%), 45-59 min (7 0%), greater than 60 min (10 8%)
Data reported by Homesnap through 5/24/2017
Monday, June 5, 2017


Remembering the high cost of freedom
Americans that have died in U S wars along with even more that have suffered with physical and mental difficulties For instance, the privilege we have to publicly communicate what is on our mind are liberties that have come at a great price and we should not take them for granted than human fortitude and earning awards It is recognizing the depth of spiritual love The love that Jesus demonstrated on the cross is the type of compassion that inspires individuals to love and protect others as much as they love themselves John 15:13 reminds us that, “Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends ”
Dr Holland lives in Central Kentucky with his wife Cheryl, where he is a Christian author and community outreach chaplain To learn more visit: billyhollandministries com


Dr. Billy Holland
Every year in early June, we observe Memorial Day and remember the anniversary of the Normandy invasion of World War II commonly called D-day By the way, the “D” simply stands for whatever day a military assault is planned. For example; D-3 meant three days before a D-Day, while D+7 meant seven days after a DDay On June 6th 1944, America and her allies engaged in one of the most significant military operations of the 20th century I have been personally touched by war and have a deep appreciation for the service and sacrifice that men and women give to protect our country My mother’s brother, Kenny Maye was killed in Korea and I have his tags, casket flag and one picture of him He was only 20 years old in 1950 Sadly, his existence is nearly unknown and I often wonder about the life he could have had To everyone that has sacrificed for this great nation, I sincerely thank you for your service
I live a couple miles from a National military cemetery and its close enough to the highway to see over twelve thousand perfectly lined white marble tombstones I am sure there are many who drive past with hardly thinking about how each of these individuals at one time or another accepted the call of duty And what is that call?
To defend and protect our freedom - whatever the cost! Do you and I have convictions that strong? The first Amendment was not only signed into existence with ink, but with the blood of over 1 1 million
As a chaplain for a Veteran health care facility, I have the opportunity and honor to sit and talk with many fine men and women that have served in our nation’s military Some of them are now in their eighties and nineties and I believe it’s important to record and preserve not only their amazing war stories but to simply listen and appreciate who they are as individuals. One of these residents is a man named Edward Hicks who willingly stepped forward when his country needed him the most He was only 22 years old and had just married his lovely bride Mary Lou 4 months earlier He received the call to join the front-line and bravely responded to what would be known around the world as “Operation Overlord.”
Edward and his company were assigned to six miles of beach that was code-named “Omaha” which has been recorded as one of the bloodiest first wave battles of Normandy Only 600 men survived out of 2600 that came ashore He recalls when he jumped out of the amphibious vehicle, how the water was up to his neck and icy cold With being loaded down with full gear that was now water-logged, he said it was very difficult to keep from drowning As bullets were splashing the water and whizzing past his head, all he knew to do was to stay as low as possible Using floating bodies as shields, he was nearly paralyzed with fear As he slowly crawled upon the sand, he immediately began to dig a hole where he could partially avoid the onslaught of constant machine gun fire Somehow throughout the day and thankfully with the Germans running out of ammunition, he managed to work his way inland and on to accomplish the rest of his mission He received several medals for bravery including a silver star and 4 bronze stars but there is much more to being a hero