Lakelander and Tacklebox May 24, 2023

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Senior Center to host potluck

Lake Whitney Senior Center will hold a potluck Friday, May 26, at the Family Life Center (Senior Center), located at 503 North Colorado Street in Whitney. Community members are encouraged to bring their favorite dish and join in on the fun. There will be cornhole, 42 and other games. The doors will open at 4:30 p.m., with the meal starting at 5:30 p.m.

Graduation party set at The Place

A high school graduation party will be held at The Place At Lake Whitney Saturday, May 27, from 5:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. There will be live music by Randal Clowdus and Ethan Smith, games and food. Seniors will be admitted at no charge, and others are asked to bring school supplies to donate for admission.

Birthdays

Happy birthday to Liana Wottrich on May 24 and Roger Weigelt on May 29. Love, Our Savior Lutheran Church.

Gary Kreder, Whitney ISD's staff member of the month, is completing his second year as a seventh grade science teacher at Whitney Middle School. He also assists with UIL Chess and the FCA chapter on the campus. Gary's favorite part of teaching is interacting with Whitney's respectful students. "They are such a joy to be around," he said. He thanked principal Kendra Hensley for her support and encouragement. Gary is a graduate of West High School and Baylor University. Gary and his wife, Lori, have been married for almost 33 years. In his free time, Gary enjoys watching Adam-12 and old westerns. He also spends his time serving as the pastor of Vaughan Baptist Church, helping out his parents as much as possible, maintaining his large vegetable garden and traveling. He also collects original Dr Pepper advertisements.

congratulations, Classof2023!

Class of '23 to graduate at Wildcat Stadium Friday

The Whitney High School Class of 2023 will graduate at 7 p.m. Friday night, May 26, at Wildcat Stadium in Whitney.

Valedictorian of this year's senior class is Canyon Gene Massengale, the son of Jason and Maggi Massengale of Morgan.

Massengale will attend Texas Tech University and major in pre-med biology at the Texas Tech Honors College. He plans to become an orthopedic surgeon specializing in sports medicine.

In high school, he has been active in varsity football and track all four years, a member of Whitney FFA for four years and in the Wildcat marching band for two years. He has also been a member of the National Honor Society and Fellowship of Christian Athletes while in high school.

Some of his high school honors include all-district football recognition three times and all-state football recognition twice, academic all-state recognition in football twice, Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Go Texan Scholar and Texas Tech Presidential Merit Scholar. He was also voted vice president of the National Honor Society and has served as an FFA officer.

The valedictorian's advice for incoming seniors next year is: "There are going to be days that are good, days that are bad, and days that are terrible. You just have to weather the storm and remember to never give up. Always remember to pick others up instead of putting them down, because you never know what someone else is going through. I wish all of you the best of luck, and don't forget to have fun."

This year's salutatorian is Daisy Marie Baker, the child of Tim and Laura Baker of Whit-

ney, who will attend the University of Texas at Arlington to study interior design and architecture with the goal of a career in art and design.

Baker was a member of the Whitney High School Color Guard during senior year and has taken 30 hours of dual-credit college courses while in high school.

Baker's advice for next year's senior class is: "Stay on top of your work and take responsibility, but be sure to de-stress and have fun."

Other honor graduates this year include:

• Evelyn Daneli Figueroa Martinez, parents/guardians: Yazmin Martinez and Isidro Figueroa of Whitney, plans to attend University of Texas at Austin to pursue a degree in nursing and be an advocate for a disadvantaged demographic, serving those within her inherited culture as well as her adopted one

• Brandon Glenn Crawford, parents/guardians: Lisa Kindle of Whitney, plans to attend Texas Tech and pursue a business degree with a concentration in financing, obtain a real estate license while in college

and work as a financial analyst with the hopes of opening a real estate business

• Kacie Davis, parents/ guardians: David and Kellie Davis of Whitney, plans to attend Hill College to earn a degree in nursing and become an emergency room nurse

• Paulina Delgado, parents/ guardians: Juan and Esthela Delgado of Whitney, plans to attend the University of Texas at Austin and pursue a degree in business, majoring in business with a minor in finance

• Colby Estill, parents/ guardians: Scott and Mindy Estill of Whitney, plans to major in construction science at Texas A&M University

• Antwone Romero, parents/guardians: Ricardo Romero and Mariana Becerril of Whitney, plans to attend Texas A&M University and major in architecture and construction management

• Lilly Cundiff, parents/ guardians: Don Cundiff and Yolanda Jones of Whitney, plans to pursue a college education and a career path aligned with her interests, which include data analysis, finance and problem solving

Whitney native maintains safety at large Marine Corps training facility

Submitted by Pendleton Media

Written by 1st Lt. Taylor Dorsey

Ensuring the safety and security of a 125,000-acre Marine Corps installation with 42,000 active-duty servicemembers and a daily population averaging 80,000 people is no easy feat. Maj. Shelley Ansbigian, Operations Officer, Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton Provost Marshal's Office, handles the day-to-day operations of installation protection with poise and confidence.

Ansbigian, a native of Whitney, Texas, felt called to service at a young age. Her interest in joining was sparked while witnessing family members join the military in response to the 9/11 attacks in 2001.

Upon graduating from The University of North Texas with a Bachelor of Arts in History, Ansbigian pursued her interest in service to her country and commissioned Aug. 10, 2012. She then attended The Basic School in Quantico, Va., where she was assigned the military occupational specialty of Military Police Officer.

The 2023 Women’s History

base camp Pendleton Provost Marshal's Office. Photo by 1st Lt. Taylor Dorsey Month

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sometimes arduous career. Her work was often referred to as “men’s work,” such as crawling under houses, scaling telephone poles and running wires — and she loved it. She always instilled in her daughter that gender is no factor when it comes to completing the job, and while

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The Whitney City Council accepted an engineering services proposal from Clark Associates for a full survey and study of the city's water system at a meeting held Thursday, May 18.

Public Works Director Billy Pribble told the council that the full study is needed in order for the city to continue to support controlled growth. Pribble's research into the issue indicated that the last analysis was conducted by another firm in 2000, and the most current water maps used by the Public Works Department are from this survey.

The problem, Pribble said, is that the maps show planned improvements that were never actually carried out. He said that his research into the issue revealed that the plans were abandoned somewhere around 2004 or 2005.

According to the 20-year plan developed in 2000, Pribble said that the city should have had a new well in the ground by 2012. "This agreement will give us a new study on our water system," Pribble said. "It will map our lines out, give us a printed copy as well as a digital copy and it will do an assessment on our water system to see where we're currently at, where we need to be and what improvements they recommend."

With the rapid growth that Whitney is experiencing, he emphasized that a study by an

engineer is imperative.

Pribble said that the city approached two other companies when seeking bids for the project, but chose not to pursue one and the other never followed through with a meeting.

In February, the council approved an engineering and surveying services proposal related to the city’s wastewater treatment plant with Clark Associates, and Pribble said that the company has knowledge of the city's water and wastewater system and recommended the firm as the best option.

The council approved a proposal from the company for the analysis and mapping services in an amount not to exceed $32,500.

In another agenda item, the council approved a development agreement with Shane Baker regarding a proposed subdivision on approximately 25 acres in the city's extra-territorial jurisdiction (ETJ) off Highway 22 east of town.

The property was initially subdivided under Hill County's subdivision rules after Baker received a letter from the city in April 2022 stating that the city preferred not to police subdivision regulations outside the city limits. Based on that letter, Baker moved forward with the county's committee, which forwarded

Hill and Bosque county unemployment rates dropped in April, according to data released by the Texas Workforce Commission Friday, May 19.

According to the latest report, Hill County's April unemployment rate was 3.6%, down from the March rate of 4.5%. In April, there were 676 unemployed individuals out of a total civilian labor force of 18,645.

While the latest number is a significant month-to-month drop, the April 2023 rate remains higher than the April 2022 unemployment rate of 3.2% in Hill County.

Bosque County's rate was recorded at 3.3% in April, a drop from 3.9% in March. In April, there were 291 unemployed indiivuals recorded out of a total labor force of 8,754.

Bosque County's April 2023 rate is the same as the April 2022 rate.

Statewide, the Texas seasonally adjusted civilian labor force increased by 62,184 to reach a series-high 14,960,308 people, while the unemployment rate held steady at 4%.

TWC reported that Texas achieved 26 consecutive months of growth in total nonfarm employment in April 2023, with the state again eclipsing records for the largest civilian labor force and greatest number of people employed in state history.

Texas added 33,300 positions to reach another series-high job count at 13,871,100 total nonfarm jobs. Annually, the Texas job count increased more than any other state, with 534,600

A Hill County Grand Jury that convened Friday, May 12, returned the following indictments:

Norman Ray Barnum, 48, of Mexia, possession of marijuana between four ounces and five pounds

Derek Wayne Bartley, 33, of Whitney, possession of cocaine under one gram

Fred Ramondon Bennett, 41, of Fort Worth, unlawful possession of firearm by felon

Jimmy Eugene Bolden Jr., 39, homeless, possession of methamphetamine between one and four grams

Sean Defall Brooks, 42, of Hillsboro, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon

Raymond Kirk Butler, 66, of Whitney, burglary of a habitation

James Christopher Castleberry, 39, of Whitney, driving while intoxicated, third or more Jamyri Rashawn Cauley, 17, of Hillsboro, assault on a peace officer

Zackary Allen Edwards, 32, of Dawson, possession of cocaine under one gram

Lindsey Rea Ellinger, 34, of Waco, possession of methamphetamine under one gram

Victor Aureliano Esparza, 20, of Hillsboro, aggravated assault of a family or household member with a deadly weapon; assault of a family or household member, impeding breath or circulation; tampering or fabricating physical evidence

Justin Felix Gomez, 34, of Hillsboro, bail jumping and failure to appear

Canyon Massengale Valedictorian Daisy Baker Salutatorian

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Women Who Tell Our Stories. Ansbigian found inspiration in her mother’s story, who spent years working in a male-dominated field as a telephone repair technician for a large-scale telephone company. She made the daily 140-mile round trip commute to a physically demanding and

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“Growing up, my mom took a lot of pride in being able to keep up with all the men and even out-performing them. That was inspiring to me, that was the kind of encouragement I received growing up,” said Ansbigian. “I know my mom can now see the mark on history I have made, even though I am not the first, I still try to embrace in helping to make a name for women in the Marine Corps.”

Upon completing the Military Police Officer Basic Course at the U.S. Army Military Police School at Fort Leonard Wood, Mo., in 2013, then 2nd Lt. Ansbigian, was assigned to Camp Pendleton PMO as a watch commander, where she immediately fell in love with her job.

Ansbigian quickly excelled in her career field and first billet.

While serving as a watch commander she learned the ins and outs of military law enforcement and how to manage her team of 33 Marines and civilians of the Marine Corps Law Enforcement Program. She was responsible for the direct supervision and coordination of military police personnel performing law enforcement and response, security operations and gate procedures.

This is where Ansbigian really began to understand the importance of leadership and mentorship, and she discovered one of the best parts of the job – interacting with her Marines. “The everyday conversations and interactions with the Marines are imperative, and my favorite part of the day,” said Ansbigian. “The more senior in rank you become, the more you must make time and seek those conversations out.”

After a successful first tour on Camp Pendleton, Ansbigian was assigned to the 31st Marine Expeditionary Unit as the

Anti-terrorism Force Protection Officer, where she felt she learned invaluable leadership skills and was surrounded by leaders who mentored her and expedited her growth as an officer. She felt this was the most formative time in her career and gave her a broader appreciation of Marine Corps operations, and where future career opportunities exist.

Subsequent assignments included serving as a company commander for 3rd Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion, attending Expeditionary Warfare School, and deploying with Special Purpose Marine Air-Ground Task Force – Crisis Response – Central Command as the AT/FP officer with the 1st Marine Logistics Group. While with the 1st MLG she knew she could make her dreams of going back to Camp Pendleton PMO a reality. Ansbigian knew if she ever had the opportunity to come back to her old first-tour stomping grounds, she would immediately jump on it. In 2022 her opportunity presented itself when hand-selected to serve as the Operations Officer for Camp Pendleton PMO.

“This billet was my number one choice. I wanted to get back and be a positive influence as much as I could,” said Ansbigian.

“It was the dream job when I was a lieutenant. I had been the watch commander and I knew what goes into police work in the Marine Corps, especially at this installation.” Since having served as the watch commander 10 years earlier, Ansbigian felt she could positively influence those she led. She knew what they went through day in and day out, had been in their shoes, and felt as though she could connect with and lead her Marines on a more in-depth level. Now Maj. Ansbigian, she is responsible for the day-to-day

operations maintaining the safety and security for one of the Corps' largest West Coast expeditionary training installations. Her team's responsibilities are two-fold; there are Marines standing as sentries on static posts, like those processing and authorizing access to the base. There are also those on mobile patrols serving as first responders.

As the Operations Officer, Maj. Ansbigian ensures her Marines and MCLEP Officers are trained and equipped to serve in the critical roles of law enforcement, crime prevention, preservation of military control, investigations, apprehensions, military working dog handling and as correctional specialists. Marines in this field may also be involved in antiterrorism or the handling and safeguarding of prisoners of war, refugees or evacuees.

These Marines must be prepared to handle a multitude of roles and responsibilities, while making small unit level leadership decisions – they are the first line of defense and the first responders. “I don’t think military police get the respect they deserve; we ask them to arm up and go condition-one every single day. We ask them to stand posts or patrol zones and they often operate independently, expected to make snap decisions without higher leadership direct supervision,” said Ansbigian. “This is what you want out of Marines, this is what the Commandant is looking for, and we do it here every single day.”

In February 2023, the Commandant of the Marine Corps published Installation and Logistics 2030, a subsequent plan of Force Design 2030, where there is an emphasis on logistical planning, improving our sustainability and maintaining the safest and most resilient installations. Citing

emerging and expanding threats facing our installations, I&L 2030 asserts we must ensure our force protection efforts enable continuity of operations, protection and safety of our families.

The mission of PMO is to ensure the safety and security of the installation 24-hours a day, 365 days a year, while also conducting law enforcement operations across the base. This is done all while providing support to the power projection platform of the I Marine Expeditionary Force as they prepare to forward deploy at a moment’s notice in defense of our nation. “It’s all in support of the main effort, I MEF, as they prepare to forward deploy,” said Ansbigian. “They know we have the security, and we are providing them a stable environment for them to conduct training and operations.”

Marine Corps installations must be ready to meet service-directed requirements in support of FMF operations in a contested environment, according to I&L2030. To meet this end state, Marines assigned to our supporting establishment, especially those responsible for base security must be ready every day when they put their uniform on and begin their day at their respective posts. This readiness is exemplified at every level of leadership from the most junior to the most senior Marines.

“Readiness is a mindset; it is the mentality we bring to the fight every day. That mentality is on the backs of our leaders, the staff non-commissioned and commissioned officers who lead them day in and day out,” said Ansbigian.

Strong leadership is putting yourself at the point of friction and being willing to make the difficult decisions yet being prepared to pivot when necessary. Ansbigian demonstrates this effort every single day, building and earning trust of her Marines and the thousands of servicemembers, families and

base patrons throughout Camp Pendleton. When asked what she would want the public to know about her and her team, she simply stated, “We are here to serve, and that is

ultimately what it comes down to. We want folks to know we have a challenging job, but we lead with compassion and always have our mission of safety and security for the installation in mind.”

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We are so very proud of your accomplishments thus far. As you head off to college keep working hard and follow your dreams. We can not wait to see what you do in this world! Love,

We’ve watched in amazement as you’ve grown into the strong, compassionate, and dedicated person you are today!

We’re watching with great anticipation to see what your future holds. With your talent and determination, the sky’s the limit! Continue to DREAM BIG! #FinsUp

Love,

Tax holidays for water-efficient, ENERGY STAR® products planned

Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar is reminding families and businesses that they can save on the purchase of certain water- and energy-efficient products during the state’s Water-Efficient Products and ENERGY STAR® sales tax holidays.

The holidays, created by the Texas Legislature, both take place Saturday, May 27, through Monday, May 29. The Texas comptroller’s office estimates shoppers will save $14.3 million in state and local sales tax.

The cast and crew members of "Clue," picture above, are: front row- Karina Tergerson, Ed Sanders, Sue Ragner and Blake Trimble; middle row-Tammy Tergerson, Stacey Greenawalt and George Staples; back row- Stephen Buse, Rick Boyd, Levi King, Robert Dale, Stacy Lancaster, Cindy Parks and Sally Boyd.

Lake Whitney Arts prepares for opening night of 'Clue'

The show is adapted from the classic Paramount Pictures film written by Jonathan Lynn and the board game from Hasbro, Inc. It was written by Sandy Rustin, based upon the works by Jonathan Lynn, Hunter Foster and Eric Price. The director for the Lake

Whitney Arts show is Stacey Greenawalt.

LWA sets the scene as the

following:

"It's late summer, 1954.

Gasoline is $0.29 per gallon and the stop-motion 'Godzilla' is terrorizing movie-goers as they have never been terrorized before. You can buy a brand-new car for a mere $1,500, Brown vs. the Board of Education has ruled segre -

gation in schools unconstitutional, and 25-year-old Audrey Hepburn just took home the Best Actress Oscar for Roman Holiday. The most iconic photo of Marilyn Monroe in her white flying skirt is about to be taken.

"The night is dark and stormy, and you've been invited to a very unusual dinner party. Each of the guests has an alias, the butler offers a variety of weapons, and the host is, well . . . dead. So whodunnit?

"Join the iconic oddballs known as Scarlet, Plum, White, Green, Peacock and Mustard as they race to find the murderer in Boddy Manor before the body count stacks up.

"Based on the cult classic film and the popular board game, 'Clue' is a madcap comedy that will keep you guessing until the final twist."

Performances are June 3, 4, 9, 10 and 11. For more information and tickets, visit Lake Whitney Arts at www. lakewhitneyarts.org.

“Older, inefficient appliances and outdated water systems can put a tremendous strain on our power grids and water supplies,” Hegar said. “By taking advantage of these sales tax holidays, Texans can make upgrades that will help alleviate those pressures and lower their utility bills — while saving money on state and local sales taxes.”

This is the eighth year for the Water-Efficient Products Sales Tax Holiday. Products displaying a WaterSense® label or logo can be purchased tax free for personal or business use. These include showerheads, bathroom sink faucets and accessories, toilets, urinals and landscape irrigation controls.

The sales tax holiday also applies to lawn and garden products that help conserve water outdoors. Items qualifying for the exemption include soaker or drip-irrigation hoses; moisture controls for sprinkler or irrigation systems; mulch; and plants, trees

Carter BloodCare to hold blood drive in Whitney

Carter BloodCare will hold a blood drive Tuesday, May 30 from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at Brookshire's, located at 1310 North Brazos Street in Whitney. Organizers encourage community members to give blood to save the lives of local patients in urgent need of transfusions.

All blood types are needed. Blood type O negative is critical, meaning less than one day's supply is on-hand to help local patients.

Cooper,

We are so very proud of you and look forward to seeing what you will accomplish. We love you so much.

Love,

Mom & Dad

Class of 2023

and grasses. These items can be purchased tax free for residential use only.

There’s no limit to the number of water-efficient or water-conserving products you can purchase tax free.

For more information on the Water-Efficient Products Sales Tax Holiday, visit the comptroller’s website.

During the ENERGY STAR Sales Tax Holiday, certain energy-efficient products displaying the ENERGY STAR logo can be purchased tax free, including air conditioners priced at $6,000 or less, refrigerators priced at $2,000 or less, ceiling fans, compact fluorescent light bulbs, integral LED bulbs, dishwashers, dehumidifiers and clothes washers.

Visit the comptroller’s website at comptroller.texas.gov for more details about the ENERGY STAR Sales Tax Holiday.

Summer camp planned at LW State Park

The Lake Whitney Chamber of Commerce, along with the Lake Whitney State Park, will once again host the "Wild Wonders Summer Camp" at the park.

For children entering kindergarten through second grade, camp will be held Monday, June 19 through Thursday, June 22, from 8:30 a.m. to noon each day, at a price of $85.

For children entering third through sixth grade, camp will be Monday, June 12 through Friday, June 16, from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. each day, for a fee of $150.

For more information, call the chamber at 254-694-2540.

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Keegan,

We are so proud of you!

Middle school has come and gone, now on to bigger and better things. You are going to love high school. We can’t wait to see what all you will accomplish! Remember to keep looking up, because that’s where it ALL is!

We love you so much!

As the universal blood type, O negative can be used to treat any patient, regardless of their individual blood type. O negative is also the only blood type that is used to treat premature and unborn babies.

12ci $184 call 254 694 4344 to pay w/CC

Donated blood is used to help people with life-threatening injuries due to serious vehicle accidents and severe trauma, those undergoing open-heart surgeries and organ transplants, patients receiving cancer treatments, mothers experiencing complications during childbirth, children with anemia and older adults with age-related health issues.

As a special thank-you, each person who gives blood with Carter BloodCare in May will receive an insulated cooler bag.

This month, lend an arm to help Texas patients by giving at Carter BloodCare’s upcoming community blood drive.

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Graduation Jaxon

Love, Poppy Granny Hagan and all your family

Lake Whitney Arts (LWA) is preparing for opening night of its upcoming production of "Clue."

Ladies Auxiliary bake sale to benefit Lakeside Village VFD

The Lakeside Village Volunteer Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary will hold a bake sale Saturday, May 27, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Lakeside Village Fire Hall.

"Instead of spending your time baking for Memorial Day company, take the easy way out and come buy cakes, pies, cookies, breads, and all kinds of homemade goodies to serve over the long week-

end," an auxiliary spokesperson said. "Your purchases will help support your VFD as well as make your life easier and give you time to enjoy your company."

The fire hall is located at 136 CR 1275, right next to the water tower. For more information or to place advance orders for items that you know will be sold, call Jackie at 254-775-4425.

Senior Exercise Classes Offered

Senior exercise classes are offered at Open Range Community Center, located at 757 FM 1713. Seniors are invited to attend for 45 minutes of exercise with videos. The group meets Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8:30 a.m.

Senior Center Open Tuesdays

Lake Whitney Senior Center is open every Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Meals are provided without charge, but donations are accepted. Participants enjoy activities, guest speakers, crafts, games and fellowship. A fun, casual Bible study is also held from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. To reserve lunch, call Jean at 254-694-2599. The senior center is located at 503 North Colorado Street in Whitney.

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Denise Carter, Library Director

Stop by the library

The movie “Taking Chance” starring Kevin Bacon is based on the recollections of U.S. Marine Lt. Col Michael Strobl, who accompanied the remains of Lance Corporal Chance Phelps, a Marine fatally wounded by gunfire near Baghdad during the Iraq War, from Dover Air Force Base to Dubois, Wyoming in April 2004. He wrote an essay about the entire experience, the emotions he felt and the people he met. You may check out the movie or make a reservation to view the movie at the library.

One way to remember our beloved departed is to make a donation to the Friends of the Library in their honor. Stop in for details.

Don’t forget our summer journaling program. Children write of their experiences or books they have read and then present their composition to their fellow students and friends. These presentations will take place at the library on Wednesday, June 28, and July 19 at 1 p.m.

About Us

The library is located at 602 East Jefferson Avenue in Whitney and can be reached at 254694-4639. You may also visit the library website at www.whitney library.org. Scan the QR code to access the library website and see what activities and resources await you.

AA Meetings

Saving Starry Nights

I went to West Texas to photograph dark skies and met an astronomer working to preserve them. He started at Big Bend Ranch near Upper Madra Canyon Campground. Quickly, he noticed light coming from the Permian Basin where an oil boom is taking place and diffusing the dark night sky. Upon inquiry, he learned that the Apache Oil Corp was in the process of changing their lighting scheme so not to destroy the ambiance of the night sky. “There’s no malice” on the part of the oil and gas companies and new guidelines were put in place. Now, that’s cooperation!

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— Anglican —

OUR LADY OF THE LAKE ANGLICAN CHURCH

Hwy. 22 • Laguna Park 1 mi. West of Dam 214-256-1497

www.ourladyanglican.weebly.com

Holy Communion Sunday.....11:15 a.m

— Assembly of God —

ABIDING LIFE CHURCH

(Christ Centered - Family Oriented)

North FM 933 • 1105 N. Brazos Whitney • 254-694-2147

Curtis McGehee, Pastor

Sunday Morning Worship 10:30 a.m.

Sunday Evening Worship 6:00 p.m.

Family Night (Bible Classes)

Wednesday..7:00 p.m.

Prayer Meeting Saturday..6:00 p.m.

Visit our website abidinglifechurch.org

— Baptist —

CEDAR CREEK BAPTIST

5643 FM933 • Whitney 254-221-0820

www.cedarcreeklife.org

Rev. Ricky Gobert , Pastor SUNDAY

Sunday School.....9:30 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship..10:45 a.m.

Sunday Evening Worship...5:30 p.m. WEDNESDAY

Teamkid and Youth Programs.. 5:30–7:15

FIRST BAPTIST OF KOPPERL

177 FM Kopperl

Pastor Darrell Wallace 254-889-3579

Sunday Sunday School- 9:45am Community Breakfast (1 st. Sun) 9:30am

Sunday morning Worship 11am

Wednesday Team Kid- 6:30pm Youth Meeting- 6:30pm

FIRST BAPTIST OF LAKESIDE VILLAGE Steve Allen, Pastor 156 CR 1307 • Lakeside Village (west side of lake off Hwy. 56)

254-775-4705

Sunday Morning Worship 11:00 a.m.

FIRST BAPTIST Jay Morris, Senior Pastor Randy Hayes, Worship Pastor Jason & Karminn Elmore, Youth Ministry Maggie Smith, Director of Children’s Ministries 209 N. San Marcos, Whitney www.fbcwhitney.org

254-694-2555

SUNDAY Sunday School 9:30 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship 10:50 a.m. WEDNESDAY Kidz

Lake Whitney's Alcoholic's Anonymous group meets daily.

327 FM 1713 254-694-5007

PRAIRIE VALLEY BAPTIST 741 HCR 2101 – 5 mi. S. of Whitney 254-694-2056 www.prairievalleybaptist.org

Rusty Penney, Senior Pastor

Chris Eller, Youth and Family Ministry Director Joann Penney, Children’s Dir.

SUNDAY

Sunday School…..9:45 a.m.

Morning Worship…..10:45 a.m.

Adult Bible Study....5-6 p.m.

Young Adults & Youth

Bible Studies & Fellowship....5-7 p.m.

MONDAY

Men’s Prayer Group.....7 p.m.

WEDNESDAY

Adult Bible Study....6-7 p.m. Youth Bible Study & Fellowship...6-8 p.m. Children’s Games & Bible Study..6:00-7:30 p.m.

STEINER BAPTIST

Independent 1611 K.J.V. Baptist

“The Little Brown Church” FM 1713 Between Katy Bridge & Hwy. 56 John Moore, Pastor 254-205-9558

Sunday School.....9:45 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship 10:45 a.m.

Sunday Evening.....6:00 p.m.

Wednesday Evening.....7:00 p.m.

TOWASH BAPTIST

2 miles S. of Whitney on Highway 22 Dr. Bruce Page, Pastor

Sunday School.....9:45 a.m.

642 CR 3118

• Whitney

Located off Hwy. 22 on CR 3118

Near Laguna Park • 254-622-8339

Carrol Hambrick, Pastor Ronnie & Lee Ann Bosher - Music

Sunday School.....9:45 a.m.

Morning Worship.....10:50 a.m.

Evening Service.....5:00 p.m.

PEORIA BAPTIST

• Hillsboro, Texas

1347 FM 1947

Pastor - Eddie Booth

Sunday School.....10:00 a.m.

Sunday Worship.....11 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship.....11:00 a.m.

Sunday Evening Worship.....6:00 p.m.

Wednesday Service.....6:00 p.m.

2nd /4th Wed. Town Hall.....6:30 p.m.

TRIANGLE PARK BAPTIST

104 Pleasant Dr., CR 2130

Lake Whitney

Near Bonanza Shopping Center Interim Pastor Chase Wilson 254-266-1051 913-227-9813

Sunday Morning Worship.....11:00 a.m.

For where two or three have

in my name, there am I among them.

Matthew 18:20

I’ve mentioned my work at 3 Rivers Foundation (www.3rf. org) and the establishment of Comanche Springs Astronomy Campus near Vernon. In 2005, only one night security light could be seen about four miles away. It didn’t bother our telescope viewing and we could often read at night “by the light of millions of stars.” But the Texas highway department built two new roadside parks on Highway 287 between Vernon and Quanah and installed over 100 tall pole lights. Immediately, a new glow of light came from the NE. Calls were made to the regional office, cooperation was sought and to their credit, to my knowledge, that roadside park is the only Texas roadside park that has dimmers on all 100 night lights! Now, that’s cooperation! We can do our part by turning off night lights around our homes. I still wonder why a house in my neighborhood must have 24 landscape lights turned on at 2 a.m.? Now, that’s not cooperation! Questions? Contact me at llsmith47@aol. com. And remember...Keep Looking Up!

— Bible — BETHEL BIBLE CHURCH

5 Miles East of Whitney on Hwy. 22, then 2 Miles North on FM 3050 Pastor - Robert Wilkinson 254-580-8491

Sunday School......9:45 a.m.- 10:45 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship.....11:00 a.m. Sunday Evening.....5:00 p.m.

Wednesday Prayer Meeting....5:00 p.m.

— Church of Christ —

Laguna Park Church of Christ 7136 FM 56 (South of Hwy 22 intersection) Mike Haynes, Minister Sunday Bible Class....................10:00

Morning Worship...........11:00 Evening Service...........4:00p

WHITNEY CHURCH OF CHRIST Downtown Whitney Bruce Martin, Minister

Sunday Morning Bible Class.....9:00 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship.....10:00a.m.

Sunday Evening Worship.....5:00pm

Wednesday Evening Bible Study.....7:00 p.m.

— Christian —

Non Denominational

OLIVE BRANCH CHURCH (FULL GOSPEL- POST TRIB) 907 E. Pick St. • Whitney Bland & Pat Baker, Pastors

Sunday Morning Worship...10:30 a.m..

— Cowboy — OPEN RANGE COWBOY CHURCH

582 FM 1713 • Whitney 254-694-7543

Pastor - Gerald Dudley

General information email address: orccoffice@yahoo.com

Early Sunday Worship.....8:30 a.m.

Sunday Worship.....10:00 a.m.

Saturday Worship.....7:00 p.m.

Children’s Church.....10:30 a.m.

— Fellowship —

WHITNEY FELLOWSHIP AT THE FORUM

101 N. Brazos • Whitney Dell Glenn, Pastor 254-266-0050

Sunday Worship.....10:30 a.m.

— Inter Denominational — WHITE BLUFF CHAPEL

FM 933 North in White Bluff Resort

Dr. Randy Marshall, Pastor

Bible Study - 8:00a.m. & 9:00a.m.

Sunday Worship

9:00a.m. & 10:30a.m.

Youth Fellowship - 6:00p.m. 254-694-7060

email: office@whitebluffchapel.org website: www.whitebluffchapel.org

— Lutheran —

OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN Highway 22 West • Whitney 254-694-3234 www.oslcwhitney.org

Rev. Philip Wottrich

Sunday Bible Study.....8:45 a.m.

Sunday Worship Service.....10:00 a.m.

— Methodist —

KING MEMORIAL METHODIST CHURCH

Pastor Denise Rogers 254-694-2599 502 N. Colorado • Whitney email: kmumc@windstream.net

SUNDAY

Sunday Morning Early Worship 9:00 a.m. Family Life Center

Adult Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Hall

Morning Worship ................11:00 a.m.

(In Sanctuary and on YouTube) TUESDAY

LW Senior Center.....9 a.m.-1 p.m.

WEDNESDAY Accountability Group....... 9:00 a.m.

Family Life Center

Crafting Hands ..10:00 a.m. Craft Room

FRIDAY Bible Study ..10:00 a.m. Fellowship Hall

KING MEMORIAL METHODIST CHURCH

THRIFT STORE

Tuesday 9:00 am – 1:00 p.m.

Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Study...7:00pm www.whitneynazarene.com whitneyfcn@gmail.com

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Veterans to reunite Memorial Day weekend in honor of fallen comrade

As part of an annual reunion, a group of combat veterans of the Second Battalion, Fourth Marine Regiment, will spend time at Parson’s Marina on Lake Whitney for Memorial Day weekend.

Each year, Marine veterans from the 2-4 Marine battalion travel from across the country to meet at a different gravesite, to honor one of the lives lost in the Ramadi Iraq Battles of 2004.

This year, the graveside memorial service will honor Marine Lance Corporal Nickalous Aldrich, who is buried in Pflugerville. The service will also honor the gold star family of Marine Lance Cpl. Nickalous N. Aldrich, who died August 27, 2004, serving during Operation Iraqi Freedom in Ramadi, Iraq.

The event will provide a place for camaraderie, comfort and healing for the veterans as well as their family or friends. Approximately 50 veterans, their families, and more than five gold star families who have lost a loved one in combat will participate in the event.

The veterans in attendance will be primarily but not limited to the 2-4 Marine battalion of combat wounded from Ramadi engagements in Iraq in 2004.

The event will kickoff Thursday, May 25 with opening ceremonies, a safety briefing from Bosque County Sheriff Trace Hendricks and a dinner.

Friday, May 26, the group will be escorted in a shopping tour of Bosque County, with stops at antique stores and craft shops. Game Warden Dayton Issacs will give a Lake Whit-

ney safety briefing and will check fishing licenses.

Saturday, May 27 will be a day and evening of fishing, boating, swimming and family fun on Lake Whitney for the veterans and their families.

Seven bass fishing boats have been donated for a day of fishing for up to 35 anglers. An air conditioned cruise yacht has been donated to provide morning and afternoon cruises.

The Memorial Day Reunion Weekend will be a private event, with the exception of the time that the Marine veterans will spend at Parson’s Marina in Whitney after returning from the fishing tournament.

Mark Brown volunteers for various military nonprofit organizations that donated to the event, including Semper Fi and America’s Fund. Brown said that the group will be at Parson’s Marina for about an hour, from noon to 1 p.m.

Saturday, May 27. Brown said, “The public is welcome to come to the end of the fishing rodeo, meet the Marines and thank them for their service.” Games, lake swimming, food and drinks will be available at Parson’s Restaurant & Bar. The fishing rodeo results will be announced Saturday evening, followed by a fresh fish and restaurant menu dinner. Various state and military VIPs have been invited and will be asked to give the invocation.

Sunday, May 28, a charter bus will take the group to the gravesite of Lance Corporal Aldrich in Pflugerville. The service will honor Aldrich, who lost his life at the age of

Hill County Sheriff’s Report

21 while serving his country in Iraq, on August 27, 2004. Aldrich was struck by a Marine Corps vehicle during a lights-out night patrol in Ramadi.

Aldrich, who graduated from Lanier High School in Austin, joined the United States Marine Corps on June 4, 2001.

He was stationed at Camp Pendleton, California. A burial with military honors was held at Cook-Walden/Capital Parks Cemetery in Pflugerville.

Sunday evening, there will be a presentation from guest speaker Bobby McCreight, who was instrumental in developing the optics used by American Navy Seals. McCreight will discuss the ways that military optics have evolved since 2004.

Sergeant Major James Booker, an organizer of this weekend’s activities and a Clifton resident, was awarded the Silver Star by the president of the United States of America.

According to the silver star citation, “Sergeant Major Booker courageously exposed himself to enemy fire while leading Marines and eliminating enemy forces in several battalion engagements… By his bold leadership, wise judgment, and loyal dedication to duty, Sergeant Major Booker reflected great credit upon himself and upheld the highest traditions of the Marine Corps and the United States Naval Service.”

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Brown said that The Golf 2/4 Memorial Day Foundation organization was created with a mission of providing the Marines of Golf Company 2nd Battalion 4th Marines, who served together in combat from 2004-2007, the opportunity to reunite every year in honor and remembrance of their fallen comrades.

According to a New York Times article published in 2012, the Second Battalion, Fourth Marine Regiment is thought to have taken more casualties than any other American unit during a sixmonth tour of Iraq or Afghanistan, with a total of 34 dead and over 255 wounded.

The group that meets from 2-4 Regiment has lost members since its first gathering on Memorial Day 15 years ago. Lives were lost from the 2-4 regiment long after leaving the battleground, and some of them were due to suicide.

The group’s yearly meetings encourage the veterans to rekindle peer connections and the support from the group. The gatherings also give gold star families the opportunity to embrace fellowship with the brothers of their fallen loved one and to celebrate the lives of the people who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country.

Brown said, “You weren’t there. You didn’t see the gruesome things that they saw. They can’t talk with you about it because there is no frame of reference. They’ve got each other, but they can’t afford to get together once a week, so this annual event is healing for them.”

For more information about the Golf 2/4 Memorial Day Foundation, visit https:// www.golf24memorialdayfoundation.com.

The Hill County Sheriff’s Office made an arrest and booked a subject into jail at 4:07 a.m. Thursday, May 11.

According to reports, authorities made contact with a 28-year-old man near the intersection of State Highway 81 and HCR 4148 in Hillsboro. He was charged with driving while intoxicated, second offense.

Deputy Mickey Winkle made the arrest and booked the subject into the Hill County Law Enforcement Center.

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An arrest was made by the Hill County Sheriff’s Office, and a subject was booked into jail at 2:13 p.m. Friday, May 12.

Reports indicated that a 27-year-old man surrendered to authorities. Nicholas Lay had a violation of court-ordered supervision on a charge of possession of a controlled substance between four and 400 grams.

Deputy Stephanie Vandegriff made the arrest and booked the subject into the Hill County Law Enforcement Center.

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An arrest was made by the Hill County Sheriff’s Office at 4:59 p.m. Saturday, May 13.

Reports indicated that authorities made contact with a 45-year-old man in the 100 block of HCR 1258 in Whitney. He was charged with unlawful possession of a firearm by a felon.

Bonds totaling $5,000 were set on Thomas Mason.

Sergeant Spencer Batchelor made the arrest and booked the subject into the Hill County Law Enforcement Center.

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The Hill County Sheriff’s Office made an arrest at 9:53 p.m. Friday, May 12.

According to reports, authorities made contact with a 50-year-old man in the 100 block of Juniper Cove Road in Whitney. He was wanted for a parole hold out of Austin.

Deputy Ty Hardy made the arrest and booked the subject into the Hill County Law Enforcement Center.

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The Hill County Sheriff’s Office took a subject into custody at 12:08 p.m. Monday, May 15.

According to reports, authorities took a 51-year-old Arlington man into custody at the Community Supervision and Corrections Department. John Smith had a violation of court-ordered supervision on a charge of possession of controlled substance under one gram.

Deputy Preston Cardwell made the arrest and booked the subject into the Hill County Law Enforcement Center.

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A subject was taken into custody by the Hill County Sheriff’s Office at 1:35 p.m. Monday, May 15.

Reports indicated that authorities took a 54-year-old Whitney woman into custody at the Community Supervision and Corrections Department.

Lunch & Learn on financial literacy

The Lake Whitney Chamber of Commerce will host a Lunch & Learn event Thursday, May 25, from noon to 1 p.m. at Lake Whitney Senior Center, 503 North Colorado Street in Whitney. Financial literacy will be the topic, sponsored by Connie Terry at Citizens State Bank. The bank will also sponsor lunch. For more information, contact the chamber at 254-694-2540.

Shelly Cantrell had a violation of court-ordered supervision on a charge of possession of a controlled substance under one gram.

Deputy Preston Cardwell made the arrest and booked the subject into the Hill County Law Enforcement Center. **********

The Hill County Sheriff’s Office made an arrest at 4 p.m. Monday, May 15.

According to reports, authorities made contact with a 31-year-old Midlothian woman in the 1100 block of State Highway 77 in Hillsboro. She was charged with abandoning or endangering a child- imminent danger.

Bonds totaling $50,000 were set on Tiffany Villarreal.

Investigator Vernon Busby made the arrest and booked the subject into the Hill County Law Enforcement Center. **********

A subject was taken into custody by the Hill County Sheriff’s Office at 10:45 a.m. Tuesday, May 16.

Reports indicated that authorities took a 42-year-old woman into custody at the Community Supervision and Corrections Department on charges of possession of a controlled substance under one gram.

Bonds totaling $250,000 were set on Elizabeth Blanton.

Deputy Patrick Akins made the arrest and booked the subject into the Hill County Law Enforcement Center. **********

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The Hill County Sheriff’s Office made an inmate transfer at noon Tuesday, May 16.

According to reports, authorities transported a 36-year-old Grand Prairie man from the Tarrant County Jail. He had an insufficient bond on a charge of possession of a controlled substance under one gram.

Deputy Kevin Boswell made the transport and booked the subject into the Hill County Law Enforcement Center.

An arrest was made by the Hill County Sheriff’s Office at 3:10 p.m. Tuesday, May 16.

Reports indicated that authorities made contact with a 42-year-old Whitney man in the 100 block of Live Oak Loop in Whitney. He was charged with possession of less than two ounces of marijuana.

Deputy Justin Latin made the arrest and booked the subject into the Hill County Law Enforcement Center. **********

The Hill County Sheriff’s Office took a subject into custody at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 16.

According to reports, authorities took a 21-year-old man into custody at the Community Supervision and Corrections Department. Austin Thomas had a violation of a court-ordered supervision on a charge of evading arrest detention with a vehicle.

Deputy Patrick Akins made the arrest and booked the subject into the Hill County Law Enforcement Center.

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Free-will fabric sale set at OSL

The ladies of the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Whitney will hold a fabric sale at the church from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Saturday, May 27.

Many yards of fabric will be sold at the price of a free-will offering.

This means that the buyers will select whatever fabrics they want and then pay whatever their “hearts and pocketbooks” decide.

Member Harla Greenwood started quilting in 2006. She went to many workshops and stores and made many quilts.

Wildcats of the Week

Every week, teachers at Whitney Elementary School select a student from their class who exhibits outstanding Wildcat behavior in the classroom and in the school hallways. Wildcats of the Week gain certain privileges in class, such as being the teacher’s helper, being the line leader and even getting to eat lunch on Wednesdays on the stage in the Wildcat Lounge with the principal. Recent honorees pictured above are: front row- Gabby Chavarria, Adelyn Leggett, Ryker Brainard, Brantley Gibson, Hadley Moore, Aubrey Wellman and Abigail Jennings; second row- Brynleigh Bowers, Sadie Thygesen, Genisis Vazquez, Addie Wells, Nathaniel Shelton and Lane Hubbard; back row- Camden Emery, Lori Franklin, Cameron Perkins, Taylor Seely, Zayden Rateliff and Alina Flackus.

West Shore Civic Association to hold car wash, BBQ May 27

The West Shore Civic Association will hold a car wash, barbecue lunch and pistol drawing Saturday, May 27, Memorial Day weekend.

All three events will be held at the West Shore Civic Building, located at 506 FM 3118 in Laguna Park. The car wash will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The barbecue lunch will be from 11 a.m. to 4

p.m., and the pistol drawing will be at 2 p.m. Members of WSCA encourage the community to join them for the return of WSCA's barbecue picnic, served by the plate or the pound.

The half-pound platter will include smoked brisket, savory sausage, baked beans, potato salad, sliced bread and all the fixins for a price of $15.

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Now, she has yards and yards of fabrics and also pattern books, quilt kits, notions and projects of all sorts—so much that she can’t possibly use them all.

There are florals, batiks, solids, holiday prints and fabrics from collections like Moda, Benartex, Mill Creek and Karen Combs Studios.

Greenwood and her husband, Mike, are hoping that a free-will offering sale of the materials will result in a nice donation to the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League.

This an international organization of the church which donates money to missions all over the world.

Our Savior Lutheran Church is located west of Whitney on Highway 22 next to Buckshot Furniture.

The address is 117 HCR 2129 E, Whitney.

Covington VFD plans annual

BBQ cook-Off

The Covington Volunteer Fire Department will host its ninth annual Texas State Championship barbecue cook-off, sanctioned by Outlaw BBQ Association, June 2 and 3. The cook-off benefiting the Covington Volunteer Fire Department will take place at the fire department's location, 606 South Main Street in Covington.

The cook-off weekend will get underway with a cornhole tournament Friday, June 2. Food trucks will be on site, and there will be baked goods and drinks being sold to benefit the Covington High School cheerleaders.

The cook-off is accepting entries for brisket, chicken, ribs, jackpot beans and cobbler.

The entry fee for one or all meats is $150. Jackpot beans and cobbler entry fees will be $15 each. Cobbler must be submitted in an 8"x8" foil pan. The cook-off is also accepting entries for kids' que-2 boneless pork, with an entry fee of $10.

There will be a guaranteed payoff of $7,000 for those who earn a spot in the top ten in each meat category.

Rules for the cook-off can be accessed at outlawbbq.org

Cook-off turn in times will be Saturday, June 3, at 11 a.m. for kids' pork, noon for jackpot beans, 1 p.m. for chicken, 2 p.m. for ribs, 3 p.m. for brisket and 3:30 p.m. for cobbler. Those who arrive early will get a camping spot close to the station.

For more information, call Shalest Karlicek at 254-205-8035 or Chris Lidster 254-580-8082.

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Hubbard plans Memorial Day weekend events

A full three-day weekend of activities and events has been planned for May 27-29 in Hubbard.

Activities will get underway that Saturday morning with the Hubbard FFA serving breakfast burritos at the Hubbard City Civic Center at 300 Magnolia Avenue in downtown Hubbard, and later they will also be serving lunch.

Roger Creech and his KHBR On-The-Go Radio Show (1560 AM) will be broadcasting from the civic center that Saturday morning. Shopping opportunities will abound as shops and stores will be open along with the many vendor booths at the Hubbard City Civic Center.

There will also be garage sales held throughout the city. Historic Hubbard High School will be open Saturday so that visitors can tour the museums, library, Gremillion Genealogy Center, and view the Berta Leon Hackney Antique Doll Exhibit. There is always something new to see, and admission is free.

The Hubbard Rodeo Association has announced plans for the 21st Annual Lone Star Rodeo, which will be held during the Memorial Day weekend. On Saturday, May 27, the rodeo will begin at 8 p.m., and on Sunday night, it will start at 7 p.m. Johnny Hoyle’s Cadillac Rodeo Company is the rodeo

LAKE WHITNEY FISHING REPORT

(May 17) Great. Water lightly stained; 69 degrees; 5.02 feet below pool. Striped bass limits continue to be the norm and are best on live shiners and shad. Report by Michael Acosta, Unfair Advantage Charters.

Striped bass are great throughout the reservoir on or near flats and near channel edges casting or trolling swimbaits, umbrella-rigs or live shad. Report provided by Kraig Sexton, Sexton's Guide Service LLC, Fishing Charter, Marine Electronics & Whitney.

producer. There will be plenty of events and activities for youngsters.

The Heart of Texas CowGirls will lead the grand entry at each performance and perform during the rodeo. At the Saturday night performance, a special hospitality area with food and entertainment will be provided for rodeo sponsors. Sponsorships enable the association to bring a first-class rodeo to the city. If you are interested in being a rodeo sponsor, contact Paulette Fulton at 254-576-2050.

The traditional patriotic downtown parade will get underway Monday, May 29 at 11 a.m. The Waco Karem Shriners

will be participating in the parade, as well as many other groups. All businesses, civic organizations, ball teams, church groups, riding clubs, car clubs, individuals with classic cars or tractors, horses, wagons, etc. are invited to have an entry in the parade.

The Memorial Day service will be held at noon following the conclusion of the parade at the Fairview Cemetery Pavilion. This is a special time to honor and pay tribute to those who died in the service of the nation.

For additional information, contact the Hubbard Chamber of Commerce Office at 254576-2521.

Whitney ISD to serve free summer meals to youth

This summer, Whitney ISD will connect children 18 and younger and enrolled students with disabilities up to 21 years old with healthy, no-cost summer meals.

The Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) is a U.S. Department of Agriculture nutrition program administered in the Lone Star State by the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA).

For the children who rely on school meals during the academic year, these meals offer a source of good nutrition when school is out for the long summer vacation.

“Area children need good nutrition year-round so they can learn, grow and succeed in life,” said Food Service Director Judy Bailey. “With nearly 2 million food insecure children living in Texas, these healthy meals are vital to nourishing young Texans during the summer vacation.”

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Whitney council HAS CANCELED a public hearing that was to be held at the City Annex, 106 North Colorado Street in Whitney, TX, on Thursday, June 1, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. to consider the following application made by Gary Finch:

Trinity Estates Addition, recorded in Volume 2119, Page 443 of the Official Public Records of Hill County, Texas. This will change the property's zoning from current A (Agricultural) to SF-2 (Single Family-2).

• Call 2-1-1 to speak to a live operator

• Visit www.SummerFood. org for an interactive site locator map

• Text FOOD or COMIDA to 304-304 Organizations partner with TDA to serve meals in areas where more than 50 percent of children are eligible for free or reduced-price meals in the National School Lunch Program.

Eligible sponsoring organizations include schools, faith-based groups, nonprofit summer camps, government agencies and other tax-exempt organizations. All meal sites must be sponsored by an organization that has a contract with TDA.

Summer meal sites help children succeed by providing the nourishment they need to return to school in the fall ready to thrive.

TWC program available to students with disabilities

The Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) announces the kickoff of this year’s Summer Earn and Learn (SEAL) program for students with disabilities aged 1422. Through work-based learning, students earn a paycheck while acquiring new skills and gaining professional experience. Employers participating in SEAL benefit from the addition of engaged and enthusiastic team members.

SEAL is a partnership between TWC, Workforce Solutions Boards and local employers who partner to create meaningful work opportunities. Students participating in SEAL attend work readiness training to prepare them for successful employment through the summer program.

“Most of us can remember the excitement of our first summer job and the beginnings of our career,” said TWC Chairman Bryan Daniel. “TWC provides students with disabilities a rewarding experience of a first job with a well-earned paycheck with the Summer Earn and Learn program.”

In the summer of 2022, the SEAL program hosted 2,516 students across the state at 1,263 employer sites. Pre-employment services like SEAL help Texans gain workplace skills and experience in an “earn-while-you-learn” structure.

“Texas employers continue to participate in Summer Earn and Learn and other valuable vocational rehabilitation pro-

grams because it is a rewarding experience to work with the true problem-solvers of our society,” said TWC Commissioner Representing Employers Aaron Demerson. “A broad range of Texas employers, large and small, participate in these pre-employment programs in order to find their hardworking workforce.”

The SEAL program has grown to include a variety of both private and public sector employers, such as Typhoon Texas in Houston, Kalahari Resort in Round Rock, the City of Shepherd, Odessa College in Odessa, San Benito Chamber of Commerce, Sea World San Antonio and Ripley’s Believe It or Not in Grand Prairie.

Through the program, students learn about the employer’s industry and develop specialized knowledge and talents. Upon completion of the work experience, some students have become employed full time.

“Summer Earn and Learn is an exciting and beneficial program for students with disabilities to experience their first job and expand their future career opportunities,” said TWC Commissioner Representing Labor Alberto Treviño III. “This is another excellent example of how an earn-whileyou-learn path helps build skills and confidence for youth.”

Interested students or employers interested should contact their local Texas Workforce Solutions-Vocational Rehabilitation Services office.

Meals will be served at Whitney Intermediate School, located at 305 South San Jacinto Street, Monday through Friday from May 30 to June 30.

Breakfast will be served from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m., and lunch will be from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Whitney ISD is one of the nonprofit organizations partnering with TDA to serve meals across Texas. Families are encouraged to use these three tools to find a meal site anywhere in the state:

Sign up to receive emergency alerts

Hill County has an emergency notification system to keep residents informed in the event of severe weather and other emergency situations.

Residents can sign up to receive phone call, text or email updates as needed by registering with the Office of Emergency Management at www.hilloem.com.

Remember to call your local fire department or the sheriff’s office before beginning a controlled burn. This saves time and prevents confusion when smoke is reported in your area.

Whitney VFD can be reached at 254-694-2444 (non-emergency), and the Hill County Sheriff’s Office phone number is 254-582-5313 (non-emergency). Burning is prohibited within the city limits of Whitney, and never burn during a burn ban.

Trailer safety in Texas Extension Service offers trailer tips on safety, maintenance

Courtesy Texas A&M

AgriLife Extension Service

Agricultural producers use a variety of trailers to carry out daily business, including trailers to haul livestock, feed, supplies and implements. Routine safety towing tips should be kept in mind before venturing out on the road, according to a Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Disaster Assessment and Recovery unit agent.

“We see it so frequently when traveling across the state where a vehicle is on the side of the road with a broken-down tow vehicle, a blown-out tire or broken axle,” said Jeff Fant, AgriLife Extension Disaster Assessment and Recovery agent, San Angelo. “After spending my college years working for a livestock/horse trailer man-

ufacturer and the rest of my adult life in law enforcement and disaster response, I’ve found that the best insurance against these catastrophes is proper preparation and preventive maintenance.”

Safety Tips

The following are recommended tips:

Know your vehicle’s capabilities. Pickup, trailer and cargo combinations have significant effects on handling and overall performance of the vehicle. The addition of trailer weight and cargo impacts acceleration, turning, stopping and general navigation. Become familiar with the way your vehicle and trailer react when driving before you take a trip.

Allow additional time when pulling into traffic. The additional load will impact the amount of time it takes to enter a lane of traffic.

Allow for additional time and space for stopping.

Stopping distances increase with the weight of a trailer and cargo. Allow additional space between you and traffic

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ahead. Begin to decelerate or stop earlier when approaching traffic or traffic lights and intersections. Make turns wider to allow the trailer to clear the corner. This also depends on the length of the trailer.

Drive in the right lane or slow lane to not impede faster traffic. Adjust the trailer brakes. Do not rely on brakes when going down hills. Use a spotter when backing up.

Other mindful points

Aside from mechanical safety, Fant recommends drivers put together pretrip planning information to make the route efficient and more enjoyable.

“Check your route before departing,” he said. “Traffic, road closures and construction can affect your travel route. Pre-planning can pre-

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vent having to re-route at the last minute.”

Fant also recommends inspecting and maintaining the vehicle throughout the year.

“We are all busy and routine maintenance items tend to get overlooked on vehicles and trailers,” he said.

“Inspect and maintain your vehicle,” he said. “Check tire pressure, condition, fluid levels, lights and electrical system, wiper blades and air conditioning system.”

Finally, Fant said it’s always good to be a safe and courteous driver.

“Use the far-right lane as often as possible when trail-

4-H Shooting Sports open to members

Youth who enjoy the outdoors, shooting or archery are invited to join 4-H Shooting Sports. The program is for young people from eight to 18 and teaches firearm safety and responsibility, all in a safe and fun competitive environment.

Shooting Sports offers many disciplines, including rifle, pistol, shotgun, archery and muzzle loading. The program allows participants to compete at the county, district, state and even national level.

Hill County has its own club and is always looking for new shooters to join in the fun. Club meetings are held at the Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Office in Hillsboro every fourth Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m.

To learn more, visit the Hill County 4-H Shooting Sports Facebook page or contact the Extension Office at 254-582-4022.

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ering,” he said. “Watch for smaller vehicles since pulling a trailer creates a larger blind spot and the need for more reaction space around you.”

Fant said to make sure the trailer is properly connected, and all systems are working correctly. Physically walk around the trailer and inspect. Check coupler, safety chains and lug nuts. Check that safety chains are secure and off the ground to prevent potential fire. Make sure all lights and turn signals work properly.

“And always fasten seatbelts before departing,” Fant said.

Hotline For Assistance

Texans can call the Texas Health and Human Services Commission information number at 2-1-1 for information about state and local health and human services programs. The 2-1-1 hotline is a free, anonymous social service available 24 hours a day. No matter where you live in Texas, you can dial 2-1-1, or 877-541-7905, and find information about resources in your local community. This includes finding food or housing, child care, crisis counseling or substance abuse treatment.

can easily addict or enslave people to do things that make them ashamed of themselves. ey long to be free from sin by forgiveness and truly to repent. How do we repent and how can we repent?

Da’Marion,

We are so proud of the young man you have become. I know life has thrown many obstacles in your way, but that has never stopped you from being kind and having a good heart towards helping others.Continue to keep God first in everything,and you will always succeed.

We Love You,

Mom, Family and Friends

Melissa (Punky),

We are beyond proud of you and all that you accomplish each day! As this time has come, we have watched you grow into a beautiful, strong and independent woman! Spread your wings and take this world by storm!

We love you, Mom and Bonus Dad, James

are proud of the young lady you are and can’t wait to see what your future will bring. Always be bold, be kind, and be yourself.

Horses are lined up in a trailer ready for transport in West Texas. Safety should be paramount for both livestock and trailering equipment before traveling Texas roadways. AgriLife photo by Sam Craft

BBB warning: Searching for financial aid options? Be wary of scams

As the June 30 federal FAFSA deadline approaches, many students are searching and applying for grants and scholarships to fund their college education. With average tuition increasing, paying for a college degree continues to be a challenging obstacle to overcome for prospective students. A challenge that is made more difficult by scammers looking to take advantage of students and parents searching for financial aid opportunities.

Seniors earn Garden Club scholarships

The Lake Whitney Garden Club awards scholarships each year to deserving local high school seniors. This year, after a rigorous application process, two Whitney High School students each won $1,000 scholarships. Daniel Vowell, son of James and Jennifer Vowell, will attend the fire academy at Hill College in Hillsboro. McKenzie Cutrer, daughter of Edward Cutrer, will attend Ogle School of Beauty in Arlington. Anyone interested in the mission to beautify Whitney is invited to join Lake Whitney Garden Club. Dues are $30 per year. The club meets on the second Thursday of the month in the Lake Whitney Public Library meeting room. Public meetings are announced each month in The Lakelander

July 1 is deadline for Hill College LVN program

The Licensed Vocational Nursing (LVN) program at Hill College is currently accepting applications for the fall semester. The application deadline has been extended to July 1. Classes will take place at the Johnson County Campus beginning in August.

The LVN program is accredited by the Board of Nursing for the State of Texas and is a one-year, 47/48 credit-hour curriculum that offers quality education and training to students interested in the nursing profession with smaller class

sizes, translating to more oneon-one time with instructors. The program prepares students with the skills and knowledge required to pass the National Council Licensure Examination in vocational nursing and has close relationships with local hospitals, which offers students hands-on experience with highly qualified professionals and an opportunity to create relationships with potential employers.

“The Hill College Vocational Nursing program strives to prepare students to be the best

We’re so proud of you! An amazing future awaits you at UTA and beyond. Stay kindhearted, brilliantly creative, and close to the love of the Savior, family and friends. Make a beautiful

possible nurse in an accelerated one-year program. We offer a smaller program that allows greater opportunity for direct guidance for our students on their journey in advancing their careers. Our students have the opportunity to move on from the LVN program to an Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) as well as a Bachelor of Science in nursing (BSN), or directly into the workplace upon completion,” said Janis Grimland, Vocational Nursing Director at Hill College.

Students who are not already admitted to Hill College should apply for admission; contact admissions@hillcollege.edu or 817-760-5604 for more information.

All students interested in applying to the LVN program must complete a separate application for selection into the program. For information on how to apply, contact Vocational Nursing Director Janis Grimland at jgrimland@hillcollege.edu or 254-659-7927.

For more information on the nursing program or other Hill College health and public service programs, visit www. hillcollege.edu/hps.

We could not be more proud of you and all the hard work you have put in. Keep shining and always remember life is what you make of it, so make it great. Good luck on your next journey.

&

Mom & Dad

OBU BABY!! GO SHINE ON THAT FIELD!

You have grown from our special little boy to an awesome young man! We are very proud of you and all your accomplishments!!!

Additionally, policies focused on student loan forgiveness allow fraudulent actors to exploit confusion. Students may be coerced into submitting personal information or paying ‘processing fees’ to apply for forgiveness. Others may not be as wary of high-interest loans because they assume the loan will be forgiven when they graduate. Some financial aid seekers have reported being taken advantage of by businesses that claim to specialize in financial services.

“The business claims to have been around for 14 years, but the website has been up for two,” reported one consumer to BBB Scam Tracker in 2022. “The financial aid workshops are a pitch meeting where they try to get you to pay $2,000 for help with college admissions, but it turns out that help is limited to exchanging text messages with an unknown person. The contract's fine print states that the person you are texting is not a professional and has no expertise in college admissions or financial aid.”

Due to the sensitive personal and financial information provided for scholarship and grant applications, it is essential to be cautious when choosing one to apply for. Nearly 2.1 million students were awarded financial aid in the 2019-20 school year, with the highest average award coming from institutional grants rather than state or federal.

To protect students and parents searching for financial aid opportunities from

falling victim to scholarship scams, Better Business Bureau recommends following these guidelines:

Beware unsolicited offers.

It is rare to be awarded a scholarship or grant that was never applied for. If contacted by an organization offering financial assistance, be sure to ask how the organization got your name and verify their claim with the source.

Scholarships or grants should not require a fee. Never pay to apply for a scholarship or grant. Some companies may claim that they can make you eligible to get financial aid for a processing fee. In many cases, they are filling out a free application on your behalf and will often falsify your information to ensure you receive funds. Falsifying personal information on certain applications, such as the FAFSA, is illegal and can carry fines of up to $20,000.

Ask questions. Ask as many questions about a scholarship or grant as you can to help determine its legitimacy.

If a company is reluctant to answer or provides vague responses, that is a sign it may be a scam. This is especially important if using a third-party service to locate and apply for scholarships. Be sure to ask pointed questions, such as how much they have awarded in previous years to what type of applicant.

Take your time. Spend time researching an offered scholarship or grant to the fullest extent possible. Use the resources offered at your college or university, such as guidance counselors or financial aid offices, to determine if it is a right fit for you or if

they recognize the company or organization offering financial assistance. Beware aggressive tactics. No matter the scam, one of the most common tactics scammers use is to pressure victims to make an immediate decision. They may claim that the offer is only available for a limited time and to “apply now or miss this opportunity.”

For scholarship scams, con artists may offer false guarantees that you will get aid if you pay a service fee.

Be skeptical of glowing success stories. While legitimate companies and businesses often use testimonials to demonstrate their successes, they may also be fabricated by scammers. Instead of deciding to use a company based only on testimonials, ask if they have helped anyone in your community in the past year.

Apply for grants and scholarships yourself. Filling out and submitting applications yourself is one of the best ways to ensure that the information provided is accurate, complete and controlled. Never pay anyone to fill out or process your FAFSA; it is most likely a scam. Students and parents can submit a FAFSA application online at StudentAid.gov.

For more information about how to avoid scholarship and financial aid scams, visit FTC.gov.

For a list of financial aid service companies the U.S. Department of Education works with, visit StudentAid.gov.

If you have been a victim of a scholarship scam, report it to BBB Scam Tracker. Information provided could prevent another person from falling victim.

is a home-school graduate and will complete her associates degree this summer. She plans to pursue a degree in criminal justice and/or enlist in the U.S. Army as a military police officer/ working dog handler.

We are so proud of you and all that you have accomplished! You’ve grown into a fine young woman ready to take on the world. Let the Lord lead you. XOXO Love

We are so very proud of all that you have accomplished in your 18 years. Thank you for always being outspoken, walking to your own beat and always listening to your heart. We love that you challenge what you think is wrong and know that you have big plans for your future. We are so proud of you for deciding to follow your dream of playing baseball and committing to Ranger Junior College.

Love Dad, Mom, Hunter and Fisher

“Let God grant what is in your heart and fulfill all your plans.” PSALM 20:4

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its recommendation to the Hill County Commissioners Court for approval.

continued from page 1 held by the late Valerie Hunsaker.

Prior to final approval by commissioners, the city entered into an interlocal agreement with the county allowing the city to regulate subdivisions in Whitney's ETJ, which pushed the issue back to Whitney City Council.

Baker said that he did not have an opinion about who provided the inspection, saying that he just wanted to follow the rules. The council approved utilizing Bureau Veritas, the city's inspector, as a condition of the development agreement.

The council also took action to ratify a vote taken by the council on March 8, 2011, to change the zoning classifi cation of certain property in the city.

The action will not change any current zoning, but it addresses an issue with the city's zoning ordinance not being updated to reflect approved changes in the past. Pribble said that he has been researching zoning and has found numerous instances of the council approving zoning changes in years past without changing the zoning ordinance.

"Essentially what you're doing tonight is ratifying the ordinance by a council that voted and approved action on something in 2011," Pribble said. City Attorney Brenda McDonald said that the new ordinance will be published so that the city can enforce, through citations or other means, the zoning regulations on the properties.

With new mayor Janice Sanders in place and council members beginning new terms this month, the council voted to select the mayor pro tem. The mayor pro tem is selected after each election to perform the mayor's duties in the event of his or her absence. The council chose to have Council Member Valery Peacock continue serving in that role.

The council also voted to appoint Dianna Anderson to the Whitney Housing Authority Board of Directors. She will serve in a position previously

In departmental updates, Mayor Sanders reported that the city accepted a donation from Republic Services to fund LED lights at the city park.

Library Director Denise Carter reported that the library had 484 visitors in April and issued 21 new cards. The library is gearing up for its summer reading program, with activities scheduled for children throughout the summer. The library continues to have displays honoring veterans, and Carter encouraged everyone to stop by and view the donated items. The library's newsletter at www.whitneylibrary.org contains detailed information about the many programs offered at the library, and upcoming programs will also be featured in The Lakelander

Police Chief Kevin Hughes reported that the police department received its Criminal Justice Information System Audit results from the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) and was found to be compliant. The department was certified to access DPS systems for three years.

He reported that the department has several new hires. Sergeant Kyle Nevil, who has over 28 years of law enforcement experience and in-depth investigative experience, recently joined the department after serving as a lieutenant at the Hill County Sheriff's Office.

Octavio Aguirre, a recently retired police lieutenant, joined the department and has the ability to provide training on the department's records management and radio systems.

Jeremy Adye, who has almost five years of law enforcement experience, was set to be sworn in to begin working for the department this week.

The chief reported that he has reopened the investigation into the November 2020 burglary of Eubank Drug, Edward Jones and Kitty's Lakeside Barbers in Whitney. Chief Hughes said that it was one of the bigger crimes in the area and he feels that it is solvable, with leads available to help identify suspects.

He said that the police department has also investigated, identified suspects and recovered stolen property in smaller offenses, such as vehicle burglaries. Arrests of juveniles and young adults are pending, and the investigation has also led to the department solving several cases for Cleburne Police Department.

Fire Chief David Gilmore reported that the department responded to 54 total calls in April and received its letter from the Texas Commission on Fire Protection stating that it is in compliance after the recent inspection. New volunteers have recently joined the department or have expressed interest in joining.

Gilmore reported that the city's letter stating its intent to withdraw from the contract with Emergency Services District (ESD) 1 had been drafted.

The council recently discussed the issue after the chief said that the contract is a bad deal for the city, and the department can continue to enter into mutual aid agreements to respond to calls outside the city without being bound by the terms of an ESD 1 contract.

The fire chief said that the new records management and training software approved by the city is working well, and insurance companies are paying out claims faster with the detailed reports that can now be provided. It is also improving record keeping related to maintenance, building inspections and other aspects of running the department.

Code enforcement efforts have been underway, and Gilmore reported that the fire department has also been cleaned up and the parking lot striped. He said that he felt it was important for the department to keep its own station clean before enforcing codes elsewhere.

In the water and wastewater update, Pribble said that installation of new water meters is temporarily on hold until new billing software is integrated. A new main cleanout has been installed on North Brazos Street, two lift stations have been repaired by contractors, water leaks have been repaired,

To our sweet baby Ra...

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backup batteries for the water system have been replaced and a number of other issues have been addressed.

Pribble said that work to improve drainage in the city is underway, with crews starting at the major thoroughfares before continuing into neighborhoods.

In public comments, Joe Corson told the council that Whitney Wildcat Football League (WWFL) sign-ups are underway for pre-kindergarten through sixth grades and encouraged anyone interested to register.

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positions added since April 2022.

"Texas continues its strong job creation trend with more than one million jobs added since April 2019," said TWC Chairman Bryan Daniel. "TWC continues to work to meet the growth across the state and support workforce needs with training solutions that start as early as high school."

Every one of the 11 major industries had positive annual growth in Texas, with all but one industry, construction, achieving positive over-themonth growth.

In April, professional and business services had the largest monthly gain with 8,700 jobs added, followed by trade, transportation and utilities with 6,400 positions, and leisure and hospitality following closely with 6,200 positions.

"The fact that every single industry in Texas has sustained positive growth over the year is a testament to the strength of Texas employers, large and small, and the health of our economy," said TWC Commissioner Representing Employers Aaron Demerson. "Texas is leading the way and on the forefront of technology and many other high-demand sectors, and TWC is here to provide resources for training to employers so they can ensure their workforce meets their business needs."

Ismael Godinez Gonzales, 63, of Hillsboro, driving while intoxicated, third or more

Twilight Moon Gue, 20, of Whitney, theft of property between $2,500 and $30,000

Derrick Lashun Hicks, 35, of Hillsboro, two counts of assault of a public servant

Victor Thomas Horton, 40, of Covington, bail jumping and failure to appear

Justyce De’less Johnson, 18, of Hillsboro, possession of THC less than one gram in a drugfree zone

Daniel McClurg, 31, of Keller, bail jumping and failure to appear

Mario Alberto Mendoza, 30, of Hillsboro, possession of cocaine under one gram

Haley Renee Owen, 21, of Hillsboro, bail jumping and failure to appear

Corey Vandale Parks, 40, of Frost, assault family violence, impeding breath with previous conviction

James Allen Phillips, 48, of Whitney, aggravated assault with a deadly weapon

Eric Dewayne Rigsby, 34, of Waco, possession of methamphetamine between one and four grams

Andrew Rodriguez, 26, of Kyle, possession of THC under one gram

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Matthew Guadalupe Saldierna, 42, of Hillsboro, driving while intoxicated, third or more

John Adam Shaw, 40, of Hillsboro, burglary of a habitation

Chad Noel Sullivan, 45, of Thornton, possession of methamphetamine between one and four grams

Ober Omar Ulloa, 23, of Fort Worth, possession of cocaine under one gram

Troy Williams, 25, of Dallas, possession of oxycodone between one and four grams

Ronald Francis Wooten, 52, of Whitney, possession of methamphetamine under one gram

District Attorney Mark Pratt presented the cases to the grand jury. District Judge Lee Harris presides over the 66th Judicial District Court.

Hailey, Kaci and Jaci, CONGRATULATIONS!

This is just the beginning to an exciting new chapter! We could not be more proud of you!

With Love, Maw-Maw, Poppy, Heather and Jason

Paisley, Kinder was fun, but there are many more years to come! Go do big things in 1st Grade!

Love, Maw-Maw, Poppy and Mom & Dad 8ci $56 or $96 in color

Cade,

I am so proud of you and your accomplishments. You are an awesome young man and exceptional athlete. Good luck playing baseball in college. I will always be in the stands as your number one fan. Let God lead you in this next chapter of your life.

Mom, Dad, Sabrynn, Gavin, Taylor & Nunu

Like Vapor, you went from our little dependent baby to an incredible independent young lady. We have watched you live out the true meaning of perserverance over these last few years. You make us proud! Keep

Colby,

We are so proud of you! Your work ethic, determination, compassion for others and leadership abilities amaze us. Remember God’s plan exceeds any of our own, follow and trust in Him always. This world is not our home, we are just passing through, so be a light and shine bright and we will always love you!

Congratulations & Gig’ Em! Mom, Dad & Keegan

BOATS FOR SALE: 1978 Kingfisher 15' bass boat, trolling motor 50 HP, Mercury, $3,250 OBO.

1970 Skeeter registered with 2006 50 HP Mercury $3,650 OBO. Call 806-5670526. 3wp5-17

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ESTATE SALE by Those

Three Sisters, May 25, 26 & 27 at 948 FM 1947 (FM 1947 runs south from Hwy 22 in Peoria). Thursday

Doors Open Promptly at 8AM (Closing 5PM), Friday Doors Open by 8AM (Closing 4PM) & Half-Price

Saturday Doors Open Promptly at 9AM (Closing Noon). Sale includes items from all rooms of the home.

Vintage Bedroom Furniture, Kitchen Items, Christmas Room, Large Selection of Avon Collectibles (Including Cape Cod Glassware), Electric Recliner, Tell City Dining Room Table/Chairs/ Hutch, Console Stereo, Patio Set, Stock Trailer, Vintage Farm Implements and As-Is Travel Trailer. Photos available on the website at www.ThoseThreeSisters.com under "Upcoming Events". Pamela Bowman and Shauna Patton

HUGE FAMILY YARD

SALE: Toaster oven, 4 slice toaster, high chair, walker, car seat with base. Men, women, toddler to infant clothing and shoes. Storage lockers, storage ottoman, too much to list. Friday the 26th & Saturday the 27th. 109 Towash in Aquilla. No early birds. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

FABRIC SALE: Our Savior Lutheran Church 117 HCR 2129 E. Saturday, May 27, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Free-will offering sale, gorgeous quilting fabric.

NEEDED: Experienced mechanic, farm equipment and semi’s, Hillsboro, Tx 877816-0184.

HEY GUYS- Go see my new friend Mack at Legacy Fades, great haircut. Rick Pinner. 254-694-7968

Brick home with extra garage on 2 acres $319,000

304 Quarter Horse - 3/2/2, Solid stone/brick in Ranch Harbor Estate $295,000

2852 SH 22 - 1/1, 1740 sq. ft. building on 3.5 acres Ready for Build-out PENDING $149,000

154 Beirhalter- 3/2 older double wide close to the lake $159,000

240 CR 1627– 2/1 Metal home built in ‘05 ............................................... PENDING $130,000

183 Grand Prairie– 2 furnished homes with a garden and solar $190,000

118 Seminole– small 2/1 with walk to water $120,000

106 CR 1305– 3/2 clean DW with carports, shop & RV port SOLD $150,000 255 CR 1304– 2 homes 2/2 & 1/1 needs work ............................... BACK ON MARKET $87,000 107 PR 21055- 4/3 Stone 2-story 4200 sq ft. $375,000

COMMERCIAL - IN BOTH HILL & BOSQUE COUNTIES

1584 SH 22- 10,000 square feet under roof, 2.5 Acres ............................................. $214,900 2852 SH 22- 1,740 square foot building on 3.5 acres PENDING $149,000

LOTS & ACREAGE - CALL ABOUT WHITE BLUFF LOTS

TBD White Bluff Drive 7.77 connecting lots in White Bluff ................................... $373,152 183 CR 1410 - 9.45 AC backs up to corp. Thin tract. $274,900

TBD HCR 1159- 15Acres in the Quiet Country $225,000

SALE: 2015 Ford F-150 Club Cab, Eco Boost, with bed cover and truck bed cargo slide. 142,010 miles. Very clean, excellent condition. $19,500. Call 214-9348245

ACCEPTING WASTE OIL 877-816-0184

NEW BBQ PITS: Kaddatz Auctioneering & Farm Equipment 877-816-0184.

Poor Boys LP Gas, LLC

1997 GMC BLUEBIRD

BUS: Caterpillar Diesel, 197k miles, good tires, runs excellent! $7,700. Seats have been removed for RV conversion.

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WE DO DIRTY LAUNDRY. Large blankets and quilts no problem. Pick up and delivery. Drop offs discounted. 254-531-1386.

Riverplace Realty

Offices located on Hwy. 22 at Whitney Dam and on the Brazos River on FM 2114

Richard Chrisner- Broker • 254-229-7520

Jean Weinkauf - Broker 254-229-7521

2007 DODGE CARAVAN: Fair to good condition $1,200. Call 817-2879348. 3wp5-31

PRIVATE SITTER–

Will do light cleaning, cooking and laundry!! Have 25+ years of CNA experience and some experience with special needs children. Can not do any driving! Call 254-205-0832

FOR SALE: 2001 Chevy Express Coachmen Catalina RV 25 ft. 817-933-9338.

BRAND NEW - ELECTRIC WHEEL CHAIR $1500. Call for details!!! Sheila, (254)707-1112

TFN

NEEDED: Experienced mechanic, farm equipment and semi’s, Hillsboro, Tx 877816-0184.

HOUSEKEEPER NEEDED for vacation rental on Lake Whitney contact Tanya 817988-9704

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LATHAM SPRINGS is now hiring for summer. Office, Kitchen and Recreation help needed. If interested come by the welcome center or Please visit our website at www.lathamsprings.com/employment for an application.

FOR SALE: Heavy duty industrial engine hoist, mint condition, 8 ton hydraulic cylinder $500. 254-998-0547.

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WANTED: Unwanted riding mower, gas operated equipment, tillers, old tools, lawn mower carts, go karts, golf carts, mini bikes, 4 wheelers, scooters, trailers, batteries, hardware, generators, power washers, barn tin, awnings, carports, storage shed, dog kennel, unwanted trampolines or trampoline frames. Call 254266-1265. U.S. Army Combat Veteran Vietnam Era. 3wp-5-17

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**REDUCED**4 bedroom 3 1/2 bath 2 story home in beautiful 2 acres fenced in nice restricted neighborhood. 181 Cedar Elm, Whitney $320,000

**FISH FROM YOUR PATIO ** 4 bedroom 2 bath home with ponds on the property. Nice area. 256 Country Club Rd, Whitney $300,000.

**GREAT LAKE HOUSE**4 bedroom 3 bath 2 story home with distant view of the lake. 171 CR 1624 Clifton $375,000

2 bedroom 1 bath mobile home close to two boat ramps . 130 CR 1302, Morgan $75,000

**HISTORIC LAKE VIEW PROPERTY** 3.8 acres several nice build sites 1224 CR 1190 Kopperl $249,000

**THE CANYONS ON LAKE WHITNEY BUILD SITES** The Canyons is a restricted subdivision with No HOA dues. Call Caren Sanders for personal showing 817-707-5223

Pam Woolsey, Consultant - 254-229-7521

Miguel Sanchez, Realtor - 830-265-3236

Caren Sanders, Realtor - 817-707-5223

Lance Mathis, Realtor - 512-636-2854

BUY SOLAR TEX Solar Screens. Reduce window heat 80-90%, enhances house exterior, provides more privacy. Free estimates, references. Serving the area since 2000. Call 817-517-9113.

NEEDED: Experienced mechanic, farm equipment and semi’s, Hillsboro, Tx 877816-0184.

See all of our listings at riverplaceonthebrazos.com

NOW HIRING full- and part-time employees. Bakers, production, clerks and dishwashers. Starting pay $15. No experience necessary, will train. Health insurance, paid vacation and 401k retirement plan. Apply in person at: Czech Stop Inc., I-35/353 exit or call us at 254-826-4170.

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empleados a tiempo completo y parcial. Panaderos, producción, oficinistas y lavaplatos. A partir de la paga 15. No se necesita experiencia, se entrenará. Seguro de salud, vacaciones pagadas y plan de jubilación 401k. Solicite en persona al: Czech Stop Inc., salida I-35/353 o llámenos al 254-826-4170.

Monday-Friday 8:30 a.m.- 5 p.m.

DOZER & BACKHOE SERVICE, Land Clearing, Pad Sites, Roads, Ponds, Retaining Walls. Wright Construction 254-417-9969.

TB - 12 weeks paid prefers to be on back or near any Real Estate ad

JUST LISTED:

PROFESSIONAL PAINTING SERVICES

FREE ESTIMATES • 254-266-2384

CNA CERTIFIED CAREGIVER: 15 years experience. Reasonable rates, available 5 days a week. References available upon request. Call 903-372-1847.

FRANKY LAWN CARE: Mowing, weed-eating, tree service, landscaping, pressure washing, stone and brick work and fencing work. House cleaning. Firewood for sale. Call 254-205-9689.

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WE BUY CARS AND TRUCKS– Any condition. Scrap metal picked up for free. For Sale: good tires and autoparts. Call 254-3370059, 254-707-0695 or 254479-7720. Thank you for your business!!!

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$CASH PAID$ Wanted Older Items Vehicles, Clocks, Watches, Jewelry, Signs, License Plates, Cast Iron, Books, clothes, business related items, Military, Old Pictures, Cigarette Lighters, Fishing, Hunting, Anything Old I'm Interested. 254-694-8902 or 254-266-2422

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SHREDDING, FILL AND SMOOTH gravel and dirt roads. Tilling, earth moving. Reasonable rates. Call Tractor Mike 580-699-4421. 10 years in Bosque County.

COMMERCIAL PROPERTY FOR RENT: 700 E. Jefferson, Whitney, TX 76692. Building has 3 bays with roll up doors, carport coverage, office area and bathroom. Great Hwy. 22 frontage. Building sits on ½ acre. Call owner for details. Phone # 254-315-4584.

APT FOR RENT: Unique 1 bedroom and efficiencies $850 and $650. Bills paid. Off 1713. 254-205-6995

Jobs Available

Now Hiring

CNC Operators, Night Production Workers, Experienced Concrete Workers, Experienced Industrial Maintenance. Other Jobs Available Too!

101 West Elm, Hillsboro,TX 76645 • hillsboro@topnotchpersonnel.com

TURN THIS BLANK 16 ACRE CANVAS INTO A WORK OF ART. This acreage has scattered oaks, areas of raised elevation, native grass, stock tank and abundant wildlife. Very close to Lake Aquilla. Fenced across back of property. $320,000

HERE IS THE DEAL! Two homes on a corner lot. The main home is a 2/1 with attached garage and storage room. Next there is a nice tiny home that is a 1/1 that is handicap assessable. Add fenced yards and metal carport and you have a nice a nice full time residence or a great week-end get-away. $154,900

PROPERTIES FOR LEASE

4CI

3/1 with carport, central heat and air…$1,100 per month (water, trash and yard care included) Tenant must be 50 or older

STORAGE AUCTION

Hilltop Storage 6001 FM 933, 2 miles North of White Bluff. Saturday, May 27 at 10 a.m. Units to be auctioned: Karen Fisch, Gordon Skinner, Mike Pruitt, Dianna McMahon, Laura Ragsdale, Lori Medford, Luis Metcalf, Justin York, Kathy Collins. Auctioneer: Vernon Songer. Tictac-toe. License Number 16300.

Immediate opening for a full-time Cook. Rotating shift, 4 days on, 2 off. Salary depends on experience. Please visit our website to complete an application. www.brookhavenyouthranch.org Applicants must be 21 yrs. of age or older, have a Valid Texas Driver’s License or Valid Texas ID, Social Security Card, high school diploma/GED, ability to pass a background check and drug test. Benefits are available. Applications may be picked up at our location 5467 Rogers Hill Rd. West, TX 76691 Call 254-829-1920 ext. 259 if more information is needed. We are an EOE.

Immediate opening for a full-time Cook. Rotating shift, 4 days on, 2 off. Salary depends on experience. Please visit our website to complete an application. www.brookhavenyouthranch.org

Applicants must be 21 yrs. of age or older, have a Valid Texas Driver’s License or Valid Texas ID, Social Security Card, high school diploma/GED, ability to pass a background check and drug test. Benefits are available. Applications may be picked up at our location 5467 Rogers Hill Rd. West, TX 76691 Call 254-829-1893 if more information is needed. We are an EOE.

NOW HIRING: Experienced painting and construction workers. Call 254-2656227. Leave message.

CLEANING SERVICE: Gonzalez Cleaning offers cleaning services for windows, carpets, general cleaning and much more on homes and offices. Call 254-580-9555 for a free estimate, or go online to www.gonzalezcleaningservicestx.com.

HARD TO FIND --3 acres with nice home only 6 miles from Hillsboro or Whitney on pavement. Two water wells come with it plus storage building and 2 car shop or garage. Many possibilities, can be bought with all 3 acres or 1 or 2 acres. Almost 600 ft. of paved road frontage. Possible commercial uses as well! Possible lease to well qualified leasee. Call 254 580-5094 today

HELPER, HELPER, HELPER: Handyman, odd jobs, etc. God give me the strength to make a difference in someone’s day. Thank you. Robert Vanstone. Call 254-266-1524.

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VICE: NOW OFFERING

Web worm removal and deep root fertilization for your trees!

Tree trimming and removal, stump grinding and lot clearing. 20 years experience.

Senior Citizen discount. Our prices won’t be beat, and our service can’t be beat. Insured for your protection. Call Chris Cochran for a free estimate.

254-694-7935 or 254-3371055.

PART TIME- Handyman needed for RV park, $15 hr. call 254-266-3731

FATHERS DAY SUGGESTION -- The OLD CORNER GULF on Court House Square in Hillsboro

Has many unique Gifts for Dads plus also collectibles of all kinds for that special person who has almost everything. Petroleum collectibles, antiques,clocks,sodas,signs, boats, trailers, fishing stuff, etc. Come by and check out things you don't find in most stores, Call 254-580-5094 antiques,clocks,sodas,signs, boats, trailers, fishing stuff, etc. Come by and check out things you don't find in most stores, Call 254-580-5094

HERRING PROPERTIES

--NEW LISTINGS -- Very nice Commercial property in downtown Hillsboro. Excellent condition, location, and visibility . Large open area with central heat/air . Building is very good condition and can accommodate many possible uses. Approximately 2500 sq. ft. Call for more info. 254-580-5094 Listed for $160,000.

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TINY HOUSE: 1 bedroom $465. 1 bedroom mobile home, deck, $675 plus deposits. Newly painted, air conditioning, ceiling fans, appliances, off of 1713, quiet, safe, no pets, no drugs, no drama, trash paid, maintain your own yard. I am no slum lord. Message 254-6945104. 3wp 6-7

GREAT PYRENEES

PUPS: full blood, born 2/22/23, parents on site, working dogs, pups eating well, dewormed and vaccinated. 3males/3females $200 cash 817-689-4291 3wp6-7

NEWLY REMODELED

Inside and out, 3 bedroom 2 bath mobile home, on large corner lot. Close to lake. 133 CR 1739 Laguna Park area. Reduced to $165,900. Owner financing available. Call 972877-8955 or 972-877-8956.

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FOR SALE- Washer and Dryer. $200 for both or $125 sold separately. Call 254694-8696

MOBILE HOME FOR SALE: Clayton 2020, 68' X 16'. 2 bedroom, 2 bath, will have to be moved. Will move within 50 miles 254715-5766. 3wp6-7

HOUSEKEEPER NEEDED for vacation rental on Lake Whitney contact Tanya 817988-9704

APT FOR RENT: Unique 1 bedroom and efficiencies $850 and $650. Bills paid. Off 1713. 254-205-6995

1993 JEEP 4.0 High Output Engine 142,000 miles, five speed, 456 gears. Call 254-697-5204.

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PART TIME- Handyman needed for RV park, $15 hr. call 254-266-3731

15’ ALUMINUM FLAT BOTTOM JON BOAT. WIDE AND DEEP. 25 HP YAMAHA 4 STROKE, ELECTRIC START, TILLER MOTOR. GALV. TRAILER, GOOD TIRES AND SPARE. GPS DEPTH FINDER AND BOAT COVER. GOOD DEPENDABLE BOAT. CLEAN TITLES AND ALL STICKERS ARE CURRENT.

GARCIA’S FENCING :

Farm, ranch, chain-link, privacy fence and repairs. Also, lawn mowing. Free estimates! Call 254-694-3781or 254205-6184.

FOR SALE: Craftsman

8200 Pro-Series riding tractor mower. 46 inch cut, 24 hp Kholer v twin engine. Very low hours. $1,200 Call 254-221-2926 leave a message 3wp6-7

PASTURE SHREDDING: Yard mowing, weed eating, box blade work. Commercial or residential. Call 254-2059244