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Weather may have been factor in derailment

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Thankfully no injuries occurred when the Union Pacific train derailed near Wilco Peanut Company on Hwy. 281. The cargo of gravel was headed to San Miguel energy plant on Friday morning. The track was repaired and opened by 10 a.m. on Saturday.

LISA LUNA STAFF WRITER

It was a frightening scene Friday morning on US Highway 281 North– piles of twisted metal and train axles, among overturned railroad cars.

A Union Pacific train derailed within the Pleasanton city limits on May 15, near the Wilco Peanut Company.

According to Jeff DeGraff, spokesperson with Union Pacific Railroad, the train derailed at about 2:30 a.m. There were a to-

tal of 32 rail cars that left the track. Twenty-seven rail cars derailed on their side, while five remained upright, said DeGraff.

“The train was carrying gravel and headed to the San Miguel energy plant,” DeGraff stated. “There were no injuries, although

some damage was done to the track that required repair. The track is now open. It opened at 10:15 a.m. on Saturday.”

About 500 feet of track needed to be replaced, added DeGraff. He explained that when an incident like this occurs,

a call goes out to their contractors, since special equipment is needed to get the cars back on the track, out of the way and clear the area. An assessment of the track is done and a specific protocol is followed, especially in cases in which either track or

cross ties are damaged.

DeGraff said that while they suspect the derailment was weather-related, the official cause has not been declared, as they are still waiting on some details.

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Trenches drenched LISA LUNA STAFF WRITER

Many parts of Atascosa County were underwater recently, following the deluge of rain that fell beginning Thursday, May 14. The heavy rainfall caused flood waters to rise rapidly, especially in low-lying areas surrounding businesses and homes. The county remained under flash flood warnings and severe thunderstorm warnings most of the weekend.

In Pleasanton, residents in the Oak Forest area were especially hit hard. By 5:30

LISA LUNA | PLEASANTON EXPRESS

The heavy rains that began falling Thursday caused plenty of flooding throughout Atascosa County, like this flooding seen on Winship Road in Pleasanton on Friday afternoon.

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Sweepstakes again!

Express wins 13 awards at Texas Gulf Coast Press Association Better Newspaper Contest SUE BROWN EDITOR

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For the second year in a row, the Pleasanton Express brought home the Sweepstakes award in the Texas Gulf Coast Press Association Better Newspaper Contest.

In all, the newspaper received 13 awards which totaled 750 points, AWARDS, Page 5

CRIMESTOPPERS 2A OIL & GAS 7A COMMUNITY CALENDAR 6B SPORTS 1-6C

FARM & RANCH OBITUARIES CLASSIFIEDS REAL ESTATE

CHRIS FILOTEO | PLEASANTON EXPRESS

Pleasanton senior Cassie Leal stands on the podium after she finished third in the 300-meter hurdles event at the state meet. The Lady Eagle earned a bronze medal with a time of 44.76, which was the first medal in a running event at the state meet in Pleasanton school history.

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McMullen County freshman Makinna Serrata smiles for a photo after she won a bronze medal in the 100-meter hurdles in a time of 16.36. The Cowgirl also won a bronze medal in the high jump event with a leap of 5’0”. For the complete story, please see page 1C.

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No wrong doing for deputy in Garcia death CONTRIBUTED

Atascosa County Sheriff David Soward has released the results of the investigation into the in-custody death of Macario Cisnero Garcia, 54, of Pleasanton during his arrest by a sheriff’s deputy on October 12, 2014 in Pleasanton.

Garcia had been placed under arrest for Evading Arrest with a Vehicle after he failed to stop his vehicle during a traffic stop.

According to reports and evidence, Garcia resisted arrest and assaulted Atascosa County Deputy D. Kaufman, the deputy was forced to deploy his Taser in order to affect the arrest and protect himself. Approximately five minutes later Garcia collapsed and was later pronounced dead at South Texas Regional Medical Center. An inves-

tigation was conducted by Texas Rangers who found no evidence of wrong doing on the part of Deputy Kaufman. The Texas Rangers findings were forwarded to the District Attorney Office and they were presented to a grand jury this month.

A No-Bill of any wrong doing by the deputy was returned taken by the Grand Jury. The Sheriff’s Office found that all policies were followed by Deputy Kaufman. An autopsy conducted by the Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office on Garcia determined the cause of death as “cocaine intoxication complicating atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (narrowing of blood vessels) during an altercation with law enforcement.

Turn Around Don’t Drown® Each year, more deaths occur due to flooding than from any other thunderstorm related hazard. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that over half of all floodrelated drownings occur when a vehicle is driven into hazardous flood water. The next highest percentage of flood-related deaths is due to walking into or near flood waters.

People underestimate the force and power of water.

Many of the deaths occur

in automobiles as they are swept downstream. Of these drownings, many are preventable, but too many people continue to drive around the barriers that warn you the road is flooded. A mere 6 inches of fast-moving flood water can knock over an adult.

It takes just 12 inches of rushing water to carry away a small car, while 2 feet of rushing water can carry away most vehicles.

It is NEVER safe to drive or walk into flood waters.

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$5,000 CASH REWARD Trailer full of tools taken The Atascosa County Sheriff’s Department along with Crime Stoppers is hoping that a FIVE THOUSAND-DOLLAR cash reward being offered for one week only will help solve a theft located in the 10000 block of East TX HWY 97, outside the city limits of Pleasanton.

On May 4, 2015 at about 5:00 p.m. sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to the BHI yard in the 10000 block of East TX HWY 97 for a report of a theft. Upon the deputies arrival they were informed by the supervisor that he found the gate to the truck yard unsecure. It appeared that the lock had been broken and taken.

Upon further inspection of the yard it was determined that a 2000 Cheyenne Classic utility trailer with an assortment of tools was stolen. The estimated value of the property stolen was over $17,000.00.

Sheriff’s investigators have some leads in this case and are in need of your assistance to help solve it.

If anyone has any more information on this case or knows who committed the crime they are urged to call Crime Stoppers immediately and be eligible for the large cash reward. Remember Crime Stoppers guarantees that you may remain anonymous.

Crime Stoppers is offering up to a $5,000.00 cash reward for one week only for information leading to the arrest and grand jury indictment of the person or persons responsible for this crime. Crime Stoppers also pays cash rewards for information on any unsolved felony offense. When you call Crime Stoppers you will not be asked to reveal your name. You will be assigned a code number instead. To be eligible for this reward you must call Crime Stoppers at 769-2255.

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Call (830) 769-CALL THE PLEASANTON POLICE DEPARTMENT CRIME REPORT LOG May 12-May 18

Abandoned Child - Shady Oak Dr. Accident - FM 3350, Oaklawn (3), J.R. Blvd.

Accident, Minor - Main St., Oaklawn Assault - Oaklawn, Depot Burglary - Goodwin (2), Adams St., Meadowlark, River St., Bryant, Veteran’s Memorial Rd., College St. Criminal Mischief - Fount St., Second St., Oaklawn (2), Main St. Disturbance - Market St., Oaklawn (4), Hunt (2) Dog Bite - Hwy 97 W. Driving While Intoxicated - Oaklawn Driving Without a License -Reed St. Harassment - Bensdale, Oaklawn (2) Hit and Run - Uvalde St. Possession of Controlled Substance - Reed St. Possession of Marijuana - Reed St. Public Intoxication - Second St. Resisting Arrest - Veteran’s Memorial Rd. Theft - Texas St., Val Verde, Oaklawn (3) Train Derailment - Second St. Verbal Disturbance - Oaklawn. ( ) indicates number of incidences on that street

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Appraisal notices for the 2015 property tax year in the mail If your property value increased a thousand dollars or more in the last year, you will soon receive an appraisal notice from the Atascosa County Appraisal District. The appraisal district mailed about 30,000 appraisal notices starting May 11.

Your city, county, school district and other local taxing units will use the appraisal district’s value to set your 2015 property taxes.

Under Texas law, county appraisal districts are required to notify property owners about changes in their property’s value. The notice contains important information about the property’s location, own-

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ne of the greatest feelings in the world is to see a cow loose on the road and realize it’s not yours!

I know that sounds awful. And I do feel a little guilty sayin’ it, but it’s true! Of course, I do feel On the Edge bad for whos’ever of Common critter it Sense is. And many’s the time I’ve driven ‘em down my lane and penned ‘em up and called the owner of the wandering beast.

Chasin’ somebody else’s

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ership and property tax exemptions that have been applied to the property. It must also include an estimate of 2015 taxes by local taxing units.

Property owners who disagree with the appraised value of their property, the exemptions or any other action by the appraisal district have the right to appeal to the Atascosa County Appraisal Review Board (ARB). The ARB is an independent panel of citizens responsible for hearing and settling property owner protests.

The notice of appraised value includes instructions on how and when to file a protest, a protest form and the Comptroller’s Prop-

erty Taxpayer Remedies.

The deadline for filing a protest with the ARB is June 11, 2015 or 30 days after the appraisal district mailed your notice of appraised value, whichever is later.

Any property owner who may not have received an Appraisal Notice, and is dissatisfied with their appraised value may file a written protest with the Appraisal Review Board before May 31, 2014 or not later than 30 days after the date an appraisal notice was mailed.

The Comptroller’s publication, Property Taxpayer Remedies, explains in detail how to protest your property appraisal, what

Loose Cow cow back where she belongs is kinda like drivin’ a rented car. You do your best but you don’t worry about the outcome quite as much. ‘Specially if there’s three or four neighbors helpin’!

Or passing motorists who are always willing to help. They’re usually about as much help as a town dog but they’re enthusiastic! There’s something that draws these good Samaritans, like a car wreck or someone threatening to jump off a bridge!

If things are getting out of hand, there’s always the possibility you can take down your rope and get a shot or two at her before she crawls through the fence! ‘Course, if it’s your cow, it’s different!

You’re racin’ around tryin’ to get the lower pasture gate open whilst keepin’

an eye on her last reported position. You’re shouting orders at members of your family and the neighborhood pets, stationing motorists to slow down traffic and mostly makin’ a fool of yourself.

The cow, on the other hand, has developed amnesia! She seems to have lost all memory of where she’s been eating and sleeping for seven years!

She’s got her head up in the air like a drum major!

She’s crashing through the neighbor’s corn, headin’ for the truck stop a mile away! You manage to get her headed off the creek, where she breaks back south, in the opposite direction of your place!

You are a’horseback and the wife’s ratlin’ down the end of the corn rows in the pickup. It’s a good thing the thirty-thirty is

Gonzales named 3rd V.P. of Texas Jail Association Atascosa County Sheriff David Soward announced this week that his Jail Administrator, Captain Martin Gonzales, was elected last week as 3rd Vice President of the Texas Jail Association at their annual training conference in Austin. The Texas Jail Association is a state wide organization that provides training, scholarships and multiple facets of support to county jails in the State of Texas. As 3rd Vice President, Captain Gonzales will be one of the board of directors

and will move up the ranks in succession in the association each year. In 2018 Captain Gonzales is scheduled to become President of the Association.

Sheriff Soward stated that Gonzales is a 16 year veteran at the Atascosa County Jail. “Martin is a very valuable asset to the Atascosa County Sheriff’s Office and is also a state certified instructor. Being on the TJA Board will also benefit us here,” Sheriff Soward stated.

CAPTAIN MARTIN GONZALES

65 year Masonic pins to be awarded Pleasanton Masonic Lodge #283 AF&AM proudly announces that Brothers Raymond Penrod and Doyle Lawhon will be presented with their 65 Year Membership pins by our District Deputy Grand Master Brother Victor Garza. Both Brothers have been extremely active in Masonic duties over the

issues the ARB can consider and what to expect during a protest hearing. The publication also discusses the options of taking your case to court or binding arbitration if you are dissatisfied with the outcome of your ARB hearing.

Property Taxpayer Remedies is available from the Atascosa County Appraisal District’s website www. atascosacad.com or at the office located at 274 S 4th Street (Mailing Address: P.O. Box 139) Poteet, Texas.

Phone: 830-742-3591. The publication is also available on the Comptroller’s Property Tax Assistance Division’s website at comptroller.texas.gov/taxinfo/ proptax/.

years with both holding offices within the Lodge.

Friends and family are cordially invited, along with everyone in the Pleasanton area, including our Masonic Brothers through out the area, plus visiting Brothers working in the Oil Field, to join us for this joyous occasion.

We will be celebrating

this presentation on Saturday May 23rd at 2:00 PM at the Pleasanton Lodge on North Main St. Please help us in making this day very special for our Brothers.

Cake and punch will be served at the conclusion of the presentation. .

with her!

The cow finally turns up the neighbor’s drive and is converged on by six vehicles, swerving in like treasury agents at a moonshiner’s convention! You find her in the neighbor’s shop calmly chewing on electrical wire.

With a little help you get her worked into his corral, then go home and get the trailer and haul her home.

An experience you won’t long forget, ‘specially since it will be the hot topic at the coffee shop for the next thirty days!

BAXTER BLACK, DVM, has been rhyming his way into the national spotlight and now stands as the best selling cowboy poet in the world. He has achieved notoriety as a syndicated columnist and radio commentator.

Thank You!

For your Support of Rutledge Cemetery 2015 Poteet Cemetery Association Benefit Mangum Cattle Co. Auctioneer Johnny Yow KSAQ FM 102.3 Snoga’s BBQ Ramos Tire and Automotive Atascosa County Historical Commission Tuttle Motor & Hardware Dr. Ron Mixon OD Roy Holley-KKYX AM 680 Poteet VFW Poteet Strawberry Festival Association Kiolbassa Provision Co Randy Mangum Chris Jenschke Enterprises Sears-Pleasanton Pleasanton Express Lowes Tommy Ambriz Global II Alarm Systems Rice Furniture Hurley Funeral Home Ronnie Wheeler Farms Kinsel Ford Anna Gillespie Atascosa Vision Fay & Rodney Jenkins Jonathon and Kate Fluitt Hoelscher’s Furniture Virginia Twins Lesley’s Flowers & Gifts Bruce C. Eichman Photography Sissy’s Boutique

Carter Vickers Flowers by Nancy Darrell & Sandy Hickey Brian and Jean Crouch HEB, Austin Hwy Wells Construction Carl and Victoria Sanger Garry and Jeanne Starnes Chris and Tina Lopez Donald Akers Deborah Herber Nita Harvey Ryan Ash Three Sisters Brenda and Robert Hoffman TNT Truck Outfitters Nest Feathers Murphy Auto & Tire Riata Cleaners Carlene Mikolajczyk Café Chris South Texas Plumbing Jourdanton Hardware Abel Gomez Service Good Health Store Peggy Greer Maverick Cleaners, Military Dr Kenny Reyes City Cleaners Feed Pen Miller Woods PC Air Don Juan’s Lynn & Robert Bockhorn Yours and Mine Gift Shop Kadobe’s Bar & Grill Jeff’s Auto

Nothing Bundt Cakes, Broadway Pat & Patty West Affordable Storage Wow Wee’s Shaved Ice Golden Chick East Coast Wings & Grill Marjorie Lockhart KaleidoScoops Charles Eichman Robbie Robertson Pleasanton Country Club Brenda McDonald Melanie Eichman Lee Roy & Bonnie Anderson Clint Robertson Argent Court Dr. and Mrs. Gerald Phillips Minda McCarthy Elna Jeanes Barbara Wofford Bernadine Cude Tootsie Vincent Jason Akers Lolita Bracewell Adrenia Wyland Lisa & Jarrett Akers Music Jim and Darlene Pearson Will Bates John and Brenda Young Charlie and Jacklyn Digges Hurley Monument Company Claudia Whitlow

All Auction Bidders-All Members who donated cakes-All Volunteers and Supporters of Rutledge Cemetery We appreciate your continued support!

Next year’s Fundraiser will be at the air conditioned Poteet VFW Hall, Saturday, May 14th, 2016.

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Don’t take chances in rain

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raveling around the state last Wednesday - a morning trip to Devine and then an afternoon trip to Galveston - I got to see a lot of rainy weather, bad driving and a few wrecks.

I really should check my weather The Way I app on my See It phone more often.

When I finally felt that the sky was becoming more ominous than normal, I pulled over (mainly because I couldn’t

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see anything in front of me.) That is when I found we were under a tornado watch and warning. Great.

Heading east - again with the torrential rain - traffic came to a standstill for about an hour.

The rain had stopped, but a motorcyclist had been killed and traffic was backed up. DPS said that his speed had been the cause. Sigh.

I then made it to the airport to pick up one of our speakers. This time not so much the rain but the flooding of the frontage roads kept motorists cautiously creeping along I45.

We saw several stranded vehicles in the instant rivers and all I could hear

in my head were my father’s words - “Don’t drive through ANY water ... especially water that you have no idea how deep it could be.”

The way I see it, the national campaign slogan is more direct and catchy.

“Turn around, don’t drown®,” makes perfect sense.

Don’t be in a rush. Don’t take a chance. Nothing is that important that you would splash on through to get to where you need to be. It will still be there.

Be safe.

SUE BROWN is the editor of the Pleasanton Express. Contact her at sbrown@pleasantonexpress.com or write at P.O. Drawer 880, Pleasanton, TX 78064.

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El Castillo to the rescue What a great town we live in! This past Sunday, the First United Methodist Church in Pleasanton held a Pancake Breakfast fundraiser for the Sr. High mission trip this summer. The United Methodist Men volunteered to cook the sausage and bacon outside the church on a mobile griddle. Well, as they began to cook, of course it started raining.

What to do now? With the quick thinking of Curt Conroy, he went over to El Castillo and asked the owners

“Elvis” is alive and well A man stopped to help me out by taking this “veteran” to the store and other chores last week during all the rain, wind etc.

God works in mysterious ways. I now

if they would mind cooking it for us.

Without any hesitation they agreed and had it cooked and delivered back to us in no time.

Thank you El Castillo for saving the day! Our youth were able to raise the last bit of money they needed thanks to your generosity. This is just one reason why this small town is such a great place to live!

Thank you El Castillo!

Nacona David Children/Youth Director FUMC-Pleasanton

have a new comrade. “Gracias”, Bro. P.S. That’s his real name, but he can’t sing.

George G. Cordova USN Ret. Vietnam

Agreement on state budget evades House, Senate

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une 1 is the last day of the 84th Regular Session of the Texas Legislature. From now until then is all the time that remains for the House and Senate to decide if they’re going to agree on a 2016-2017 state budget.

Both chambers could be ordered to meet around the clock until an agreedupon budget is passed, if House Speaker Joe Straus and/or Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick deem it necessary or worthwhile. Any proposed agreement would originate in a House Bill 1 conference committee composed of five House members and five Senate members.

House members are: Appropriations Committee Chair John Otto, R-Dayton and Vice Chair Sylvester Turner, D-Houston; Trent Ashby, R-Lufkin; Sarah Davis, R-Houston; and Larry Gonzales, R-Round Rock. Senate members are: Finance Committee Chair Jane Nelson, R-Flower Mound; Juan “Chuy” Hi-

nojosa, D-McAllen; Joan Huffman, R-Houston; Lois Kolkhorst, R-Brenham; and Charles Schwertner, RGeorgetown.

As reported repeatedly since March, the main obstacle toward agreement on a budget is the two bodies’ disagreement State Capital over how to cut state Highlights taxes. The Senate voted to cut ad valorem taxes while the House voted to cut the state sales tax from 6.25 percent to 5.95 percent. Both bodies want to cut the business franchise tax, which would please Gov. Greg Abbott, who made that task one of several stated priorities for the Legislature to accomplish.

If the Legislature is unable to adopt budget in the

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regular session, the governor may call a special session.

Governor signs 29 bills Even though the Legislature has not achieved its required, primary task — final passage of a state budget — one House bill and 28 Senate bills, as of May 15, had managed to survive the bicameral squeeze chute and earn the governor’s signature.

That lone House bill was HB 181 by primary author Rep. Cecil Bell, R-Magnolia, and joint author Rep. Matt Krause, R-Fort Worth. The bill, which took effect May 13, intends to reduce printing costs and the cost of correcting errors on individualized high school diplomas.

Here are three of this session’s 28 successful Senate bills, beginning with SB 125 by Sen. Kel Seliger, R-Amarillo, and sponsored in the House

by Rep. Dan Huberty, RHouston. The legislation,

effective Sept. 1, amends the Family Code to require the Department of Family and Protective Services to conduct a developmentally appropriate assessment 45 days after a child enters conservatorship. The assessment must include a screening for trauma and interviews with individuals who have knowledge of the child’s needs.

SB 293 by Senate Finance Chair Nelson and sponsored in the House

by Rep. Jason Isaac, RDripping Springs. The legislation, which took effect April 8, amends state statutes to expand the definition of “site selection organization” for purposes of selecting a site in Texas for certain events that are eligible to receive funding from the major events trust fund, to include ESPN or an affiliate, NASCAR and the Ultimate Fighting Championship.

SB 835 by Sen. Van Taylor, R-Plano, addresses those who make fraudulent claims of military

service. The legislation, effective Sept. 1, amends the Penal Code to increase the penalty for the offense of fraudulent or fictitious military record from a Class C misdemeanor to a Class B misdemeanor. A Class B misdemeanor is punishable by a fine of not more than $2,000, confinement in jail for a term not to exceed 180 days, or both.

School finance bill fizzles Bill movement deadlines hit the Legislature last week. For example, during House floor debates on May 14, House Education Committee Chair Jimmie Don Aycock, R-Killeen, pulled down his school finance reform bill when it became clear that opposition to it would drag on long enough to prevent consideration of a mountain of other bills.

“Like many of you — I have other bills on this calendar — bills that are important. We could kill

all day with this bill, easily,” Aycock said.

In its 24 pages, HB 1759 addresses a range of issues, with language amending laws governing equalization of wealth level of school districts, taxation and funding formulas, transportation allotments, academic acceptability standards and consequences, and more.

Deciding such high stakes issues defaults to the courts when the Legislature does not act on them. A case brought by some 600 Texas school districts alleging unfairness in the state’s law funding public education was decided in the school districts’ favor by a Travis County state district court last August. The State of Texas appealed the ruling to the Texas Supreme Court. The case is pending.

ED STERLING is the Director of Member Services at Texas Press Association.

Marijuana decriminalization snuffed out The Texas Legislature probably will adjourn June 1 without reducing the penalties for marijuana possession to the level of a traffic ticket.

Proponents of the medical use of marijuana to combat the symptoms of epilepsy still hold out hope that efforts to allow it in Texas will succeed, but as of this writing, the chance for that is tentative in the hectic last days of the legislative session.

On medical use, parent after parent of children with epilepsy, whose seizures the herb seems to alleviate, testified that they have either had to get marijuana illegally, or go to another state where it is already permitted.

Parent after parent pointed to the big difference in their kids’ behavior and quality of life with the use of marijuana, or its derivatives, as opposed to not using it.

And, this is a weaker form of marijuana, and the user doesn’t smoke it.

As for decriminaliz-

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ing the recreational use of marijuana, the basic things that treating marijuana use as a criminal offense has done is send lots of worthwhile people off to jail and prison, and help keep the price of drugs up.

Not only is this shortsighted, it is expensive and counter-productive. It is intriguing that this is one of the very few areas – maybe only the only area – where the political right and the political left back into each other in agreement.

The left-leaning, progressive social forces look at wasted human lives due to our country’s choice over the past few decades of dealing with drugs by incarceration rather than treatment.

On the right, the antibig-government, anti-tax forces which abhor government spending look at it in a very basic way: we can’t afford it.

It’s rather obvious after three or four decades of experimentation

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that incarceration hasn’t worked. We have succeeded in breaking up a lot of families, caging a bunch of people – many of them minorities – who are eating up tax money rather than contributing it as working citizens.

Think how much better off our state could be if money Texas Politics the that we now spend to warehouse non-violent people for drugs, breaking up families and wasting lives, instead was spent on rehabilitation and education.

I’ve served now on two different grand juries.

During the three months on each grand jury, it served to reinforce my opinions that our method of dealing with drugs is all wrong.

At least a majority of

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the cases we considered had two things in common.

One was that they were connected in some way to drugs: possession; sale; delivery; transport; and burglary, prostitution and robbery to support a drug habit.

The second was the education problem. Partly because we are stingy about spending what we should on schools and after-school programs and pre-kindergarten and early-childhood intervention, we leave a lot of young people starting off behind.

Add to that problem the fact that drug arrests remove fathers, and some mothers, from their families. That further helps set the stage for kids dropping out in their teen years.

After they’ve dropped out, in most cases they quickly figure out that with their limited skill sets, the most lucrative thing they can do is – you guessed it – sell drugs.

Doing so often results in arrest in relatively short order. That in turn results in sending them off to prison, to be housed with the real criminals.

Prison is often much less a rehabilitative experience than the equivalent of getting a graduate degree in how to be a criminal. When inmates do get out of prison, many employers won’t hire them.

A prison sentence is a stigma that, when checked on a job application, usually means there’s no need to fill out the rest of it.

Too often they find that the only path left for them to make money is – again -- selling drugs. And so the cycle continues.

The reason these efforts to make our laws more reasonable and effective in many cases aren’t successful – at least in Texas -- is that the lawmakers – particularly Republicans, who make up a large majority in both House and Senate – worry about their political survival in a GOP primary should they support

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decriminalization.

Maybe they are reflecting the views of the public, though one recent poll showed that 67 percent of voters were in favor of decriminalization.

Interestingly, however, a growing number of very conservative Republican legislators are beginning to realize that our choice to deal with marijuana by incarceration rather than through treatment, education and community service, is expensive, counterproductive, cruel with regard to medical use, and usually unsuccessful.

Blessings on those brave Republicans who join with their Democratic colleagues in trying to help change policies that cost a lot of money and seldom work.

DAVE MCNEELY is a political columnist. You may contact him at davemcneely111@gmail or (512)458 2963.

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Who’s meaner? A big brother or stinging red ants?

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y hero Leon Hale, a former longtime Houston Chronicle columnist and current Facebook blogger and tweeter, never fails to prompt a story in my mind. Other than my Life Mate, probably no other person stimulates a lot of thought in that direction for Writer’s Roost me besides Leon.

Leon’s 94 and still cranking out blogs for the Chronicle. He’s written 11 books that have a place in my office-study-man cave a la converted screened-in back porch.

I’ve mentioned Leon here on several occasions, and it usually stirs someone to write and ask how to get his books. Most should be in just about any good Texas library.

After all, he’s been honored by the Texas Institute of Letters and was recently inducted into the Texas Newspaper Foundation Hall of Fame. Some are out of print, but the more recent ones should be available, at least through

Willis Webb

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coming in first overall in Division 2. The 77th annual convention’s contest held in Galveston, had 29 newspapers represented, with over 350 entries.

First place awards received were for sports photos by sports editor Chris Filoteo and Adolphus Sanchez Jr. “Excellent” ratings were received in all three criteria for impact, display and reproduction quality.

The judge commented on Filoteo’s shot at a Jourdanton Indian baseball game.

“Wow! I almost missed the ball in this one! Great, great shot.” On Sanchez’ photo of Pleasanton Eagles basketball “Great expression and intensity. Great emotional shot,” wrote the judge.

In display advertising, the judge also gave first place as well as “excellent” ratings in the criteria of copy, illustration. Use of color, overall design and impact. “Paisley’s ads – love the logo. Great use of color, bold headlines, easy to read,” said the judge.

STRMC’s ad- Humorous, easy to read, logos stand out. Very crisp and clean.”

First place and excellent ratings were also received for the special section of Cowboy Tales. The criteria were attractiveness of layout, suitability of copy,

ordering, at most bookstores of any size.

But, I digress. A column he wrote was about Texas red ants, which these fancy bug-insect specialists’ (entomologists) designation is harvester ant brought back memories of my own. I never heard ‘em called any thing except “them ol’ red ants.”

Before fire ants took us over, they were plentiful in the eastern half of our Lone Star State but you can’t find a sign of ‘em now except, I’m told, in sections of West Texas.

My recollection of these critters are of a totally “red” body, somewhere around a quarter-inch long (maximum). And, they hurt like the mischief when they stung you.

Their beds were rounded, slight rises in sandy or clayish soil anywhere from 5-6 inches across up to huge ones with seemingly “thousands” of the ants. I recall having seen mounds that I believed to be 14-18” across and a couple I would swear were more than two feet in diameter. But, then I was seeing through 8-9 year old eyes, and we all know those can actually see a man made of green cheese grinning at us from that thing called the moon.

If we were intent on

playing some game or another, particularly with our “best buddies,” then caution got thrown to the winds as to where we stood. And, we learned that if you stood too long in one spot near the multitude of trails from the bed, it’s likely one or two or a dozen might find their way up your foot and pants leg. Then, if you twitched a muscle or tried to scratch the area beneath your jeans leg where you felt the “tickle” of the ant crawling, out came that painful, burning stinger and screams of pain followed by tears, let all in the immediate area know you’d become the prey.

Naturally, after any punishing brush with the red ants, the 8-9 year old mind wants revenge.

Stomping on the bed or trying to dig it up was even more dangerous, not to mention dumb, than just standing anywhere near an ant trail. Our devious and vengeful minds set about creative ways to destroy the devil-colored (we’d determined) red ants.

A magnifying glass focusing a fiery sun ray on a small object like an ant, can rapidly burn it to a crisp, little wisp of smoke and all. Heh, heh.

suitability of ad content, originality and benefit to community. The judge commented, “Loved layout!”

While no comments were received on the first place for web site, excellent and good ratings were given for the content, ease of use/navigation, page design, advertising, timeliness and consistency.

Second place was given in general excellence category with these comments: “Good photos and local news. The copy is hard to read, would look cleaner if it was justified instead of flush left.”

Headline writing also received second place with excellent ratings for impact, clarity and interest.

No comments were given.

Lisa Luna’s feature story on her Uncle Tom received second place along with Sue Brown’s feature on a diabetes service dog.

“Good story, sorry to hear about your uncle,” wrote the judge on Luna’s entry.

“Great story! The information is good and really draws reader attention,” commented the judge on Brown’s story.

Sports Coverage also received second place. “Very good. Best well-rounded section I’ve seen in awhile.

Love pics, very clean layout and content,” wrote the judge.

Robbie Hamby won second place for her entries in the humorous column

category. “Great column!” and “Well done!” wrote the judge. She received “excellent” and “good” ratings for content/subject matter, quality/ style and presentation. Second place was also received in news photos. David Wickersham’s shot of the plane wreck received these comments, “Interesting viewpoint, great content.” Jack Garcia’s shot of wrecks received these comments” emotional impact, great image quality.”

Feature photos by David Wickersham received third place. “Precious photo, great quality,” commented the judge.

Sue Brown received third place in the serious column category. “Sue Brown is the Queen of Brevity – she gets to the heart of the topic quickly and brilliantly. Great writing,” commented the judge.

Brown served as the convention chair as first vice president. She will be president of the association next year with Tania French (Port Lavaca Wave) as chairman of the board and secretary, Ramona “Bebo” Ferguson (Banner Press – Columbus) as first vice president, Ashley Kontnier (Port LavacaWave) will be second vice president and Nonnie Barton (Fayette County Record) is treasurer. Board members are Ryan West (Palacios Beacon), Janet

But, one day there was an infrequent visit to the home of Mom’s best friend, Pauline Partin, and (whoopee!) a chance for my younger brother and me to play with Miss Pauline’s two boys, Billy Wayne and Tommy, who were just the best buddies anyone could have. So, we’re playing in the yard, somewhat unfamiliar territory since we weren’t frequent visitors. And, we got carried away with that and Tommy, the younger Partin, unknowingly stood on a red ant bed.

Soon, the varmints were all up his pants leg and stinging the fire out of him. He’s screaming for help, telling big brother, Billy Wayne, that ants are stinging him.

Billy Wayne just grinned and said, “Aw, that’s just meanness popping out on you.”

I don’t remember if their mom spanked Billy or not, but I’d almost bet on it plus the admonishment had to contain some remark about “meanness,” and I don’t think it was applied to red ants.

WILLIS WEBB is a retired community newspaper publisher of more than 55 years experience. He can be reached by email at wwebb1937@att.net.

Reneau (Silsbee Bee), Lawrence Levy (Jewish Herald-Voice), Valerie Reddell (Gonzales Inquirer), Keith Magee (Wharton Spectator-Journal), Sonya Timpone (Cuero Record), Larry Hauk (Cove Banner –Copperas Cove) as Scholarship chairman, Danny Renau (Silsbee Bee) will be Internship chairman and Mary Judson (Port Aransas South Jetty) and Chad Ferguson (Banner Press – Columbus) will continue as assistants to the president.

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FLASHBACK: Water district okayed for area 60 Years agoChallenging the feats of the legendary Paul Bunyan (he was a yankee), a move is under way to work-a-day and build-a-park for this community. The target for the exploit is the Progressive Club park area in North Pleasanton where a new swimming pool is already under construction.

The pool may be completed in another week, according to Mayor C.A. Arrington of North Pleasanton, but several hun-

dred feet of pipe must still be laid to connect the pool with the well. “I think it’s a good idea and I’m for it,” Mayor Arrington said, in commenting on the worka-day and build-a-park project.

Ben Leal of Coughran shot and killed an 8-foot alligator in a tank belonging to Walter Allerkamp shortly after noon yesterday (Wednesday). “I didn’t know I’d hit him until this morning when I found him floating belly-up in

the tank,” Ben said. The sizeable ‘gator, a 30-30 bullet hole just back of between his eyes, drew a lot of attention locally this morning as Ben carted it around in the back of a pickup truck.

50 Years agoInterstate Route 37 will not be completed beyond Hwy. 97, Pleasanton, in 1968-which would route HemisFair and Olympic games traffic through this city-and Bexar County is now acquiring rights-ofway for widening Hwy. 281 into San Antonio.

District Highway Engineer R.O. Lytton disclosed this information at a luncheon here Friday. He and State Highway Commissioner Herb Petry Jr. of Carrizo Springs were special guests at ceremonies marking the completion of joint city-state projects in Pleasanton and Poteet.

In a telegram to the Pleasanton Express, Rep. Wayne Connally announced that Bill 116 creating the “Evergreen Underground Water District” for Atascosa and Wilson counties has been signed into law. Connally, who sponsored the bill, added, “I feel that this is a forward step in the preservation and protection of our valuable underground water resources.”

40 Years agoMichael McFarland was named Outstanding Sophomore Bandsman at The University of Texas Longhorn Band’s Annual Spring Awards Banquet on May 3, in Austin. The Outstanding Sophomore Award is presented each year by The Longhorn Alumni Band. Mike is a member of the trombone section, Kapa Kappa Psi (a national honorary band fraternity, and has served this past year as a recording technician, photogra-

pher, and as manager of the audio-visual staff of The University of Texas Bands.

A Poteet Marine was one of several United States servicemen wounded in the recent Mayaguez incident in the Far East last week. Mrs. Irene Carrasco has been notified that her husband. PFC Daniel M. Carrasco, received wounds in the left thigh, right arm and right hand and currently is a patient in a Thailand-based hospital awaiting transport to Okinawa and then home.

30 Years agoThe cities of Jourdanton and Lytle were targeted for storm and wind damage Thursday night, May 16, as a squall line hit Atascosa County between 2 and 3 a.m. Lytle reported power lines, trees and limbs down as well as considerable structural damaged sustained by homes and businesses. Some buildings lost roofs, at least one automobile was damaged and a downtown feed store lost its entire fertilizer shed. Jourdanton residents, like those in Lytle, reported extremely high, roaring winds during the storm. Numerous trees lost limbs making the streets difficult to travel until city crews moved in.

McMullen and Dimmit Counties were triumphant Monday when the Texas House of Representatives passed, without argument or delay, the bill sponsored by Senator John Traeger which eliminates either South Texas site as a location for a nuclear dump. Termed by the Seguin senator as “the toughest fight of the Legislative session,” the Senate version of the bill, SB 449, passed the Chamber May 17 with no opposition after the addition of three amendments authored primarily by Senator John

Flood Cat-Gil Rix, Pleasanton Eagle pass-catching end, landing this 6 ½ pound blue catfish while fishing at the Adams St. lowwater crossing on the Atascosa River, Tuesday. Gil used shrimp in making the catch in the flood-swollen waters. The Adams St. crossing looked like a city park, beaming with fishermen, small boats and swimmers during the rise. Photo originally ran in the May 19, 1965 edition of the Pleasanton Express.

Montford of Lubbock.

20 Years agoMayor Fred Catala and the Poteet City Council took a look at renaming city streets during its March meeting. A recent proposal would see two existing streets renamed the city’s most famous sons, David Lee Garza and George Strait. The mayor said he had not been in contact recently with George Strait’s people and has received nothing in black and white to date. Catala said he plans to work on both projects together.

Bill White and Lupe Moreno, a pair of Pleasanton Independent School District employees, have re-affirmed the fact that the Pleasanton school’s bus drivers are as good and as knowledgeable as any in the state. The two bus drivers finished first and third overall in the Region 20 School Bus Safety Road-eo at San Antonio Northside last

week and qualified for the state Road-eo at Austin later in the year. White, the Pleasanton school’s transportation supervisor, finished first in the regional competition with 492 points and Moreno, a school mechanic, placed third overall with 483 points.

10 Years agoOur county’s 150th birthday is just around the corner and plans are underway to celebrate the milestone in a big way. The Atascosa County Sesquicentennial Association commissioned Pleasanton’s own talented artist, Lee Ricks, to create a watercolor depicting Atascosa County’s early beginnings. This design will be used for commemorative posters and will measure approximately 18x24 inches. They will be ready this summer.

ROBBIE HAMBY, delves into the Pleasanton Express shelves for news of the past. She may be reached at: rhamby@ pleasantonexpress.com.

Lambaria’s drowning 50 years ago remembered Fifty years ago today, on May 20, 1965, Paul Lambaria Jr. died heroically, trying to rescue another youth from drowning. A Pleasanton native, Lambar-

ia was the son of Dorothy and Pablo Lambaria Sr. He was only 17-years-old.

Lambaria died trying to rescue another youth who was swept off the Adams Street low-water bridge by the flooded Atascosa River in Pleasanton.

It was not until the following morning that his body was located, as flood waters receded and after an intensive search by dozens of volunteers.

His body was found in a deep hole 50 feet from the Adams Street crossing, 23 hours after the accident,

by J.W. Bradfute and Game Warden Buster Vickers.

Fortunately, no one else drowned even though three others were tossed about in the churning flood waters below the

bridge. Kenneth Anderson, age 16, was a near victim, after plunging into the waters, trying to rescue another boy. Anderson was rescued from the waters by fireman Bob Owens.

The tragedy was triggered when Vernon Digges, age 12, Johnny Rogers, 14 and David De La O attempted to wade through waters sweeping over the bridge at about 12:15 p.m.

The current pushed hard at them. Rogers was swept off the bridge, but luckily daught in a side current and drifted toward shore.

He swam to safety.

Lambaria was reported to have run to the scene from the highway side. He picked up a stick, splashed onto the bridge, grabbed a

boulder and extended the stick, shouting for Digges and Anderson to try and reach it. They could not.

The rushing waters appeared to sap Lambaria’s strength, onlookers said. He held on for what seemed to be a long time.

Then he was pushed off the bridge. Friends said that he swam well, but the former Little League baseball player was wearing jeans and heavy open boots. He never had a chance, although he was tossed about in the water for several minutes.

Meanwhile, the twisting currents pushed Digges into calmer waters and 16-year-old Julio Huerta, dived in and pulled him out.

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AirLIFE works out of Pleasanton Municipal Airport Atascosa County and the Eagle Ford Shale, as a whole, are a constant area of flights for AirLIFE. With growth in this area, a lot of that due to the Eagle Ford Shale, it has become, ‘one could say’, routine to see these vital medical helicopters ‘in the Oil & Gas skies’ in this Editor region. AirLIFE locates a helicopter at Pleasanton Municipal Airport often but not full-time, presently.

“I Love what I do so much that I don’t really think of it as a job,”said Eric Connor, AirLIFE’s Clinical Base Lead for the Pleasanton location.

“I enjoy working with our customers, EMS, law enforcement, fire departments, and hospitals,” continued Connor, “ What I enjoy the most is helping patients who are in need.

“There is something special about being the one whose sole mission is to provide comfort and clinical expertise to our patients on the worst day of their lives.

“With the rise in heavy truck traffic in the Pleasanton and surrounding area, it has, in turn, caused an increase in the level of trauma induced during motor vehicle collisions involving those types of vehicles.

“We our proud to serve the citizens of Atascosa county and surrounding area.”

There is a local connection to Eric Connor, whose full designation is a Flight Paramedic/Clinical Base Lead with San Antonio AirLIFE. He’s 27 yrs old and he and his wife, Emily, have two children,

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a boy and girl. Emily’s grandparents are Don and Sharon Colley of Pleasanton. On Eric’s side of the family, Max and Betty Keener, who are his great aunt and uncle, also live in Pleasanton.

Eric started with Gonzales County EMS when hs was 18 years old while in his senior year of high school. He worked for 6 years in Gonzales before applying with San Antonio AirLIFE. He has been an AirLIFE employee for 2 and a half years.

“Our mission in Pleasanton is an important one as it brings high quality clinicians to outlying communities and reduces the time from getting the call to being at the patient’s side.

“It’s an honor and a privilege to work along side the best clinicians in the country”, said Connor An AirLIFE crew consists of a pilot, flight paramedic, flight nurse, and an on-duty communication specialist who dispatches the helicopter and tracks it and there’s 24/7 mechanic coverage for any maintenance issues that might come up.

AirLIFE is attempting, at this time, to be present at Pleasanton Municipal Airport 24/7.

Pleasanton City Manager Bruce Pearson said, “The mayor (Clint Powell) has led an initial discussion where we met with Shawn Salter, the CEO of AirLIFE and their regional director, Lee Fernandez RN, LP. They have produced a letter of intent to have a 24-hour, 7-day a week presence in Pleasanton and be a part of our new fire station when it is constructed in the airport vicinity.

“At this point we’re working with TxDOT Aviation. We’ve had an initial meeting with them and we will be producing the required documentation to

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AirLIFE personnel and Atascosa County EMS participated in a mock emergency run at Pleasanton Municipal Airport, Tuesday, May 19. From left are Mary Lou Hassete, EMS Technician; Shawna Anders RN CPEN, CEN, CFRN; Raynez Reid, EMT-P; Chuck Trilone, Lead Pilot and Eric Connor, EMT-P, FP-C. Helicoper is a Bell 430 with a medical interior.

them so at the point and time we’re ready to move forward with the final design and construction, we’ll be ready to move along with the project.

“Salter went over the details regarding necessities they would need at the fire station building.

Some of these were in reference to living facilities, mechanic’s storage, parts storage and those types of things.”

Pearson continued, “We feel confident we can accommodate their minimum necessities they have

for the pilot and the other crew members.

“Right now we’ll be working with TxDOT Aviation to get this fire station approved on airport property.”

During my telephone interview of the AirLIFE CEO, Shawn Salter, he stated “I appreciate Mayor Powell and Mr. Pearson for their visionary approach to meet their citizen’s needs and for their recognition of the healthcare requirements of their community. The men and women of AirLIFE have

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AirLIFE personnel, from left, Eric Connor and Shawna Anders preparing (mock) patient, Edward Reid, before transporting to hospital.

served Atascosa County and its citizens for nearly 25-years and look forward to being present in the community on a permanent basis.”

LEON ZABAVA is the Oil and Gas Editor for the Pleasanton Express. He can be reached at 830.281.2341 or lzabava@ pleasantonexpress.com.

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The water also rose high on Hayden Road in Pleasanton, near Airport Road,. This picture was taken Sunday, May 17, once the skies had cleared up.

DEBORAH BARROW | COURTESY PHOTO

A child just can’t resist flowing water, and Pulliam Drive provided the ideal spot for approximately 15 neighborhood children to have the time of their lives floating the rapids on their very own street. Pictured from left to right are: Landon Barrow, Jacob Barrow and Ashlyn Barrow. Landon and Ashlyn are the children of Daniel Barrow, and Jacob is the son of John and Nadine Barrow. Dan and Deborah, proud grandparents, like to think of it as making memories.

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p.m. on Thursday, drivers could be seen pulling into the Coastal Bend College parking lot for relief. High water overflowed onto Bensdale Road, surrounding Marathon Oil and the entrance to Downey Drive.

Pleasanton Fire Chief Chuck Garris reported flooding on both ends of Pulliam Drive. It was the first time he can remember all of Pulliam being shutdown. Haverlah Road was also shut down and residents on Tessman Road experienced washout flooding.

Those living on Hayden Road near Airport Road were also surrounded by rising flood waters.

Bryant Street also had many high water locations, especially in front of the bowling alley.

As far as water rescues, the Pleasanton Volunteer Fire Department responded to someone in a pick-up truck, who was rescued behind the movie theatre.

Garris reminded residents of the saying, “Turn around, don’t drown.”

In the event of flooding, Garris asked the public to use common sense.

“Please void high water.

If you cannot see the road, don’t go through it. You do not know how deep the water is and there could also be a big hole,” said Garris. He also reported a total of 9.9 inches of rain from his home, over the course of the heavy rainfall.

Gushing flood waters also resulted in Winship Road needing to be barricaded. The Atascosa River Park in Pleasanton also experienced heavy flooding and was barricaded on the Adams Street entrance, as well as on Colwell. The much-anticipated Kid Fish, sponsored by the Pleasanton Hispanic Chamber of Commerce was cancelled due to the flooding.

Other road closures reported by the Pleasanton Police Department on Friday were: Oakhaven Road at Bonita Creek, Hunt Street and Reed Street, College and Reed Street, Mansfield and Adams Street. Drivers were also asked to use caution around Uvalde and Second Streets.

The Leming Volunteer Fire Department advised drivers to be careful with overflowing water on Verdi Road. In Jourdanton, a portion of the Southridge Subdivision experienced flooding. The annual Jourdanton Volunteer Fire Department Malvin Prasifka Chili Cook-Off went on as scheduled.

While the pouring rain can often be scary, it can also be a source of fun once the storms stop and

the skies clear up. Residents could be seen in inner-tubes and kiddie pools, all along Hayden Road and Pulliam Drive, making the most out of the flooding. Children were seen smiling and playing in what appeared to be a scene from a water park. The Barrow children of Pulliam Drive were thrilled to frolic in the water. Their grandparents, Dan and Deborah Barrow, said they liked to think of it as making memories.

Although showers continued Sunday morning, bringing the Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church Festival to a later start, the show went on.

Parishioners waited for the rain to slow down to set up the outdoor children’s games and move the numerous auction items from the hall to outside. Children also enjoyed splashing in the puddles.

Water rescues in county Atascosa County Sheriff David Soward reported that on Friday night the Sheriff’s Office’s Emergency Response Unit assisted the Jourdanton Volunteer Fire Department and Poteet Volunteer Fire Department on FM 2146 at the Atascosa River. A vehicle had been found washed off the road and a witness had reported it to be occupied.

When emergency rescue workers reached the car, no one was in it. Sheriff’s deputies, volunteer fire fighters and a DPS Helicopter searched the area to no avail. Over an hour later, Lt. Wayne Stratten and Sgt. Joseph Manguso were able to get through high water in their Rescue Unit and get close enough to a residence to learn that the woman and children had somehow made it out of the car and were at home.

Sheriff’s Deputies also responded to Granato Road with the Pleasanton Volunteer Fire Department and Poteet Fire Department and rescued a driver stranded on top of his car in high water. Atascosa County Sheriff’s dispatchers stayed very busy throughout the evening with weather related calls.

Other road closures in Atascosa County were: FM 2146 at the Atascosa River, between TX 173 and FM 2146; FM 1332, 2 miles west of Jourdanton at Goose Creek and FM 140 east of Christine at La Parita Creek.

Sheriff Soward also reported a total of 8.96 inches of rain in La Parita.

Todd Flanagan of the South Weather Modification Association reported 9.22 inches for the month so far, bringing the total to about 19 1/2 inches for the last two months.

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Atascosa County remained under flash flood warnings and severe thunderstorm warnings, the latter part of last week. The Atascosa River Park is one of the first places in Pleasanton that floods during these storms. This photo was taken Friday around 1 p.m.

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Veteran Spotlight: Walter Martinez

CMSgt. Walter N. Martinez Jr. is the Squadron Superintendent, 908th Aeromedical Staging Squadron, Maxwell AFB, Alabama.

His variety of similar jobs and functional areas where general managerial and supervisory abilities.

Previously, CMSgt Walter N. Martinez, Jr. was an Air Force Reservist assigned to the 433rd Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron.

Chief Enlisted Aircrew Member / Flight Examiner with over 1,800 hours on various aircraft to include the C-130, C-5, C-9, C-21, C-17, C-141, KC-135 and KC-10. Primary duty is the Nursing Services Superintendent.

CMSgt Martinez enlisted in the United States Air Force in March 1987 and was assigned to the 433rd Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron as an Aeromedical Evacuation Technician.

He has numerous deployments which include executing a full range of projects for both Air Force Reserve Command (AFRC) and Air Education Training Command (AETC) Headquarters.

He has served as a program manager, project manager, and supervisor in increasing levels of responsibility during his tenure at the 433rd AES. His full range of responsibilities included orchestrating the planning, design, cost estimating analysis, phased scheduling of the Air Reserve Component Case Management Division

located at AFPC, Joint Base San Antonio - Randolph.

Raised in Pleasanton, he currently resides in San Antonio. He is employed by the DOD and assigned to Joint Base San AntonioFort Sam Houston as Training Instructor, Department of Combat Medic Training, Medical Education and Training Command (METC), 232d Medical Battalion.

Education

His education includes: 1987 – USAF Medical Technicians School, Sheppard AFB, Texas 1996 – USAF School of Aerospace Medicine, Aeromedical Evacuation Technician course, Brooks AFB, Texas 1998 – USAF NCO Academy, (via correspondence) 2000 – Combined Humanitarian Assistance Training Course, Ft. Sam Houston, Texas 2001 – USAF Senior NCO Academy (via correspondence) 2002 – US Army Basic Instructor Course (In-residence) 2007 – US Army Master Instructor Course, FSH, Texas (In-residence) 2008 – Integrated Adult Learning Principles Course, FSH, Texas (Inresidence)

Assignments and significant projects

CHIEF MASTER SERGEANT WALTER N. MARTINEZ, JR. •Jan. – May 1991 Mobile Air Staging Facility, Operation Desert Shield /Storm •June 1994 – Feb. 1995 Joint Task Force VI Counter Drug Interdiction, Ft. Bliss, Texas •Jan.–Dec. 1996 Data Base Manager, Air Force Center of Environmental Excellence, Brooks AFB, TX •Aug. 2000 Aeromedical Operations Team, Operation Joint Forge, Ramstein

AB, Germany March– Sept. 2004 NCOIC, MASF, Camp Wolf, Kuwait International Airport, Kuwait •Jan. – May 2005 NCOIC, Crew Management Cell, Al Udeid AB, Qatar •Sept. – Dec. 2009 Superintendent, AEOT, Balad AB, Iraq •April – Sept. 2010 Superintendent, AEOT, OLC, Scott AFB, Ill.

•Jan. 2012 – Oct. 2013 Medical Case Manager, AFMOA, JBSA – Lackland and Randolph, Texas

Service with gold border, USAF NCO PME Graduate and Small Arms Expert Marksmanship.

Major awards and decorations

Effective dates of promotion

Martinez has received: the Meritorious Service Medal, Aerial Achievement Medal, Air Force Commendation Medal with one device, Joint Services Achievement Medal, Air Force Achievement Medal, Air Reserve Forces Meritorious Service Medal with six devices, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Air Force Overseas Short, Air Force Expeditionary

•Airman Basic: March 18, 1987 •Airman 1st Class: June 15, 1987 •Senior Airman: November 14, 1990 •Staff Sergeant: July 1, 1991 •Technical Sergeant: July 1, 1995 •Master Sergeant: April 1, 1997 •Senior Master Sergeant: April 1, 1999 •Chief Master Sergeant: July 1, 2014

Veterans event May 23 The Veterans of Atascosa County (The American Legion Post 436, VFW #4853, VFW #6970, and VFW#12041) would like to invite everyone to attend a Memorial Day event this Saturday, May 23. The event will be held at Jourdanton City Park, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Stop by and enjoy the ceremony, music, food and fun for all ages. Remember those who have sacrificed this Memorial Day!

POTEET CELEBRATES NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER

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Atascosa County residents gathered together at Poteet Canyon Park, for the National Day of Prayer on May 7. Laura Alvarez, Pastor at First United Methodist Church in Poteet welcomed everyone. She said that the more the nation does not glorify God, the more we spiral out of control. She asked those attending to remember that God is always with us. The event ended with participants forming smaller groups to pray, seen above.

About 40 people attended the event in Poteet, which featured prayer for the United States, government leaders, the military and others. Those attending also joined together in song, with music provided by Hosanna Baptist Church. First Baptist Church in Pleasanton also held a prayer meeting and lunch later that day.

PLEASANTON BPA STUDENTS AT NATIONAL LEADERSHIP CONFERENCE

JANIE OLIVARRI | COURTESY PHOTOS

Receiving Honor Awards at the BPA National Leadership Conference were, left to right: Sarah Elmer - Ambassador Torch Award recipient and Janie Olivarri, who was honored for 15 years of service to BPA. Business Professionals of America National Leadership Conference attendees were, left to right: Jace Llamas, Kaye Hubert, Janie Olivarri-Advisor, Raul Garcia, Tyler Crady and Martin Osorio. See related story on Page 2B.

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What’s it worth? Torres graduates Antique show Sat. Have an interesting antique or item that may be unique and old? Find out if it is worth a fortune at the Downtown Pleasanton Merchants Association appraisal show this Saturday, May 23 at the Pleasanton Civic Center from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Pre-registration is required and the deadline has been extended. Forms are available through the Facebook page and at Once Upon a Time Antique Mall next to Nest Feathers on Main Street.

Items must be hand-carried and may include jewelry, furniture, ceramics, weapons, porcelain, glassware, fine art, collectables and silver. Items not accepted are rugs, sports memorabilia and coins. The event is free to attend and have items appraised.

There will also be antique vendors selling items. If you are interested in being a vendor, contact Amado and Nora Davila at snake58adjr@gmail.com.

from Texas Tech Congratulations to Tammy April Torres, who is a 2015 Texas Tech University graduate.

The 2010 graduate of Jourdanton High School received her Bachelor of Science degree in Early Childhood Development, from the College of Human Sciences on Saturday, May 16, in Lubbock.

She is a 2010 recipient of the Thomas O. Monse Jr. Scholarship, upon graduation from Jourdanton ISD. “Thank you to the family, friends and educators that helped make this day possible,” said Jonathan and Linda Torres and family.

Benefit for Soto A Benefit Plate Sale for Damiana Soto is set for Saturday, May 30, from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. The sale will take place at 144 Ave. J in Poteet.

Stop by and purchase a plate for $7 each with chicken and sausage, rice, beans and all the trimmings.

Funds will be used for funeral expenses.

MORE PRAYER DAY PHOTOS Who out there has something stashed away that they have always wondered... what’s it worth? Join us for a FREE antique appraisal show and sale! Bring your treasures to the Pleasanton Civic Center. Above is a Republic of Texas treasury note signed by Sam Houston.

Pastor Laura Alvarez

Tammy April Torres

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National Day of Prayer was observed in Poteet, at the Poteet Canyon Park on May 7. Pastor Juan Florez of Hosanna Baptist Church asked everyone to pray for those in the military and their protection.

Participating churches were from Pleasanton, Poteet and Jourdanton.

Errol Harrison and David L. Potter

Lodge honors Potter Zanderson Lodge 1120 AF & AM in Jourdanton, took a moment to honor one of its members, David L. Potter. On May 13, he was presented with the Golden Trial Award by WM Errol Harrison.

It is the highest award that can be bestowed upon a Brother Mason, for honoring his dedication and contributions he puts forth in his life, community, friends and family. He is always willing to help out those in need and is a great leader to follow in the footsteps of.

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Summer lunch program in Poteet

The Refuge, located at sounds by appointment.

506 W. Adams Street, PleasAlso offered are parentanton is here to help. They ing and other classes. offer free and confidential Call for information pregnancy tests, spiritual about classes and times. counseling and ultraAll classes are free and open to the public. Any questions call 830-5690030.

The Refuge is staffed by caring personnel trained to give you support and guidance.

Hours of operation are Monday and Wednesdays from 9 a.m.-1 p.m.; Tuesday and Thursday 2-6 p.m.

The Poteet Independent School District is participating in the Summer Food Service Program.

Meals will be provided to all children ages 1-18 years of age without charge and are the same for all children regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability, and there will be no discrimination in the course of the meal service. Meals will be provided at the sites and times as follows: Meals will be served at the Poteet Elementary and High School Cafeterias,

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Monday-Thursday, beginning on Monday, June 8 and will run until Thursday, July 2, 2015.

Breakfast will be served from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

To file a complaint of discrimination, write or call immediately to: USDA Director, Office of Civil Rights 1400 Independence Avenue SW Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 800-795-3272 or 202-7206382 (TTY) USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Director of Child Nutrition Poteet ISD P.O. Box 138 Poteet, Tx 78065 830-742-8417 830-742-3332, fax Our Lady of Grace Academy Student of the Month for April is Abigail Warnken. Pictured with the kindergartener is Joey Moczygemba (left) and board president, Chris Jenschke. Abigail is the daughter of Joseph and Kelly Warnken.

Bible Study in Verdi Every Thursday there will be an in depth Bible study held at the Verdi Community Center . The study will be held from 7-8 p.m. This is an opportunity to learn why there are so many churches, what it means to be born again and more.

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Bill Wilkerson Happiness can be from someone you know or someone you have just met!

Such was the day we met Bill and Judy Wilkerson in the latter part of 1974.

My husband David, a veterinarian, had lost his right leg in July of that same year. In 1959, when we moved to Pleasanton, the Pleasanton Express had welcomed us to this great community and now we welcomed Bill and Judy with open arms.

Bill and David always had a subject to talk about, whether about dogs or cats, horses or cows, rabies clinics, the dog pound or who would get the white tail with the trophy horns.

They discussed childhood memories too.

It’s hard to say “Bill” alone, because “Bill and Judy” were a team. A true team that thought of others first.

When David lost his other leg, due to diabetes, they were very supportive of him. When our black and white t.v. went out (about the same time), a knock was heard on our door. It was the Williams Hardware store people who were delivering a brand new “colored t.v.” and...it even had a t.v. remote (they cost extra back then).

Bill knew how hard it would be for David to try and reach the t.v. to change the channel from his bed with no legs.

Today I had an extra memory sheet from Bill’s gathering of family and extended family.

On Sunday, I shared it with Jim Wright, our former pastor of the 1st Methodist Church in Pleasanton from 1974 to 1977.

Jim smiled and asked if he could keep it. He is now a retired minister.

Then, he told his present Sunday School class about Bill and Judy and how much he enjoyed Bill, his family and staff. He told about Bill and Judy being

members of Pleasanton’s Episcopal Church. Then told about one Sunday in the Springtime of long ago that coincided with the time change. Church had started an hour earlier that Sunday, and their Episcopal Church service was over. Then someone saw the Wilkerson car pull up into parking area. Quickly everyone again took their seats and pretended to have just arrived and started the service.

When Bill and his family took their pew seats, most the congregation couldn’t contain their laughter.

Then Bill and Judy remembered the time change of “Spring Forward,” for Daylight Savings Time. They had arrived an hour late.

Jim Wright loved Bill and Bill’s family.

When David died at 55 years old, I was invited by the Wilkerson’s to help proof read at the paper. So thoughtful and so great for a young grieving widow who was all alone. My family was at work or in school. The caring from Bill and Judy can still be felt today.

Bill’s memorial was like a large family reunion.

The former members of the staff were there, a few I hadn’t visited with for a while, along with today’s present staff that continues to give us a great weekly paper, worthy of Bill and Judy’s guidance.

The South Texas Press Association helped fill the huge tent outside the home of Bill and Judy’s daughter, Katie and her husband, Les Carnes’ home. By the way, it’s painted orange, you know, the Texas University’s orange. There were even orange geraniums blooming.

And there was the bag pipes that accompanied the family and extended family group when their voices were raised in the song of “Amazing Grace.”

It was so beautiful!

To think that Bill’s older sister, Alma Jean Wilkerson Wetzel, was present and she told about how she was asked when she was in the second grade, if she would like to see her new baby brother. She was excused from school to go home to see the new baby.

She said, “I loved him then,

and have loved him all these years, all my life.”

I got to visit with Judy’s sister, Carol Blanton Greenlee. Judy and Carol’s mother Katherine Blanton, was a great friend. Carol told me she has some of Katherine’s paintings and one of mine.

Bill’s nephew, Buzz Barton, practiced in Pleasanton for a period of time and helped save my eyesight. He told me what was wrong with my eyes and sent me to a specialist for surgery. Today I can see, and if I had lost my eye sight, I couldn’t paint today. It was nice to see him again and to say, “Thank you.”

David Wilkerson, led the speeches about his dad “Bill.” It wasn’t easy for any of Bill’s children to talk. Bill was, as the saying goes, “One of a Kind.”

He was a “Bundle of Energy,” Forceful, but thoughtful and kind. Bill was loyal, a loving parent and husband. He touched so many individuals personally, and also through his works as a newspaperman and his friendship to others.

David told of his appreciation for his dad and his achievements. Noel, Bill’s youngest daughter, told of her love for her dad and how his life had touched her and others. Her husband, Noel Spencer Holmes, spoke of Bill, his great father-in-law. Daughter Noel introduced our Pleasanton Express Editor, Sue Brown. Sue has worked and has filled-in for most of the positions for the paper. She has so appreciated Bill from an early age.

Bill has appreciated Sue and his whole staff. Leon Zabava was recording Bill’s gathering with his trusty camera.

Sam Keach and Mary Judson, friends and newspaper members of STPA shared their colorful memories of Bill along with several other members.

Katie’s husband Les Carnes, told what a great family man Bill has been, also his father-in-law and how Bill is and will be remembered.

Family and many friends related their memories about Bill and each one came up with a memorable

Community Calendar quote. I hope someone was recording them. I was so busy recording with a camera that my pencil was silent.

It was great to see Bill’s twin grandchildren, Will and Zach Holmes. They are seniors in High School.

I’ve watched them grow up and am glad they still remember how to draw and mold with clay.

William Wilkerson, Bill’s oldest grandson, spoke of his grandfather and Bill’s great influence and help to others besides himself.

I got to meet granddaughter Katherine’s daughter, Aaliyah. She has a beautiful smile and posed for my camera. She loved her great grandfather Bill.

What a tremendous, beautifully orchestrated tribute to a wonderful man. I know it took thought, work and love from family and friends, but very much worth it and the warmth and words that were said and given will long be remembered.

My daughter, Dawn, just told me on the phone, “I remember Mr. Wilkerson! He always had a big smile and hugged you and he had a great laugh.”

Judy has family that surrounds her. They are wonderful!

But, as Judy said, “We were married 64 years, and this is the first time that I will ever live ‘ALONE’.”

Shortly after I became a widow, at 55, I was in a store in Junction. A stranger to me was also in the store and overheard a conversation about my being alone. She came over and introduced herself and handed me a paper with her name and phone number on it.

She said, “Give me a call anytime,” day or night, “if you need to talk. I can listen.”

This offer warmed my heart. So Judy, when you need someone to listen or talk to, “Day or Night,” my phone will welcome your ring.

Judy, we loved Bill and love you and your family.

Thank you for all that you and Bill have done and the legacy that Bill has left us and that you Judy are continuing.

Kruse chosen for 2015 Congress of Future Medical Leaders in Boston Brandon Kruse, a 9th grader at Ronald Reagan High School of San Antonio, son of Dr. Bridget LeeSang and Martin Kruse, former Pleasanton High School graduates, and grandson of Carolyn and Lawrence Kruse of Pleasanton has been nominated to attend the Congress of Future Medical Leaders in Boston, MA on June 24-26, 2015.

The Congress is an honors-only program for high school students who want to become physicians or go into medical research fields. The purpose of this event is to honor, inspire, motivate and direct the top students in the country who aspire to be physicians or medical scientists, to stay true to their dream and,after the event, to provide a path, plan and resources to help them reach their goal.

Brandon Kruse was nominated by Dr. Connie Mariano, the Medical Director of the National Academy of Future Physicians and Medical Scientists to represent TX based on his academic achievement, leadership potential and determination to serve humanity in the field of medicine.

During the three-day Congress, Brandon Kruse will join students from

Brandon Kruse

across the country and hear Nobel Laureates and National Medal of Science Winners talk about leading medical research;be given advice from Ivy League and top medical school deans on what to expect in medical school;witness stories told by patients who are living medical miracles; be inspired by fellow teen medical science prodigies; and learn about cutting-edge advances and the future in medicine and medical technology.

This is a crucial time in America when we need more doctors and medical scientists who are even better prepared for a future that is changing exponentially, said Richard Rossi, Executive Director,

National Academy of Future Physicians and Medical Scientists. Focused, bright and determined students like Brandon Kruse are our future and he deserves all the mentoring and guidance we can give him. The Academy offers free services and programs to students who want to be physicians or go into medical science. Some of the services and programs the Academy offers are online social networks through which future doctors and medical scientists can communicate; opportunities for students to be guided and mentored by physicians and medical students; and communications for parents and students on college acceptance and finances, skills acquisition, internships,

career guidance and much more.

The National Academy of Future Physicians and Medical Scientists was founded on the belief that we must identify prospective medical talent at the earliest possible age and help these students acquire the necessary experience and skills to take them to the doorstep of this vital career. Based in Washington, D.C. and with offices in Boston, MA, the Academy was chartered as a nonpartisan, taxpaying institution to help address this crisis by working to identify, encourage and mentor students who wish to devote their lives to the service of humanity as physicians and medical scientists.

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May 21 • Local Longhorn group meets Thursday evenings at 7 p.m. at All Saint’s Episcopal Church in Pleas., Hwy. 97 West, next to Granny D’s.

• Pleasanton AA Newcomers group meets Thursday at 8:15 p.m. at 914 Ohio St. in Pleasanton. Have Any Questions? Call or Text: Melinda 210-913-8888; David: 830-399-5010 or Angela 210-727-9861.

•On-going Classes at The Refuge Parenting, 5 p.m.; Parenting Boys, 6 p.m.; Shadow to Sunshine Abuse recovery Thur. Call 569-0030.

•In depth Bible Studies will be held every Thursday from 7-8 p.m. at the Verdi Community Center. For more info. call 830-200-6678.

•Pleasanton New Beginnings Narcotics Anonymous holds open meetings on Thursdays at 7 p.m. at 914 Ohio St. in Pleasanton.

Questions Have Any Questions? Call or Text: Melinda 210-913-8888~ David: 830-399-5010 ~ Angela 210-727-9861 please reference NA. •Narcotics Anonymous W.I.T.-Mid-Day Meeting-Poteet-274 Avenue H & 3rd St. Josephs Room ~Sister Group Thursday’s at 1 pm ~ Open meeting Have Any Questions? Call or Text: Melinda 210-913-8888; David: 830-399-5010 or Angela 210-727-9861.

May 21 & May 26 •Moms Day Out at First UMC, 420 N. Main St. in Pleasanton, every Tues. & Thurs. Gives moms that much needed time, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For ages 3-5. For details call Mandy Macklin at 830-200-7882, or Hope Macklin 830-569-6773.

•Zumba classes will be at the new Civic Center in Pleasanton each Tuesday and Thursday from 5:45-6:45 p.m. for $2. Punch cards, $20.

Earn a free class when card full. Cheryl Price, instructor.

May 22 •TOPS #1509 Pleasanton meets every Friday morning at 201 N. Main St. (Crosspoint Fellowship building) from 8:30 a.m.-11 a.m. For details call 830-200-9922.

May 23 •Pleasanton Group AA meets Saturdays at 10 a.m. at 914 Ohio Street in Pleasanton. Have Any Questions? Call or Text: Melinda 210913-8888; David: 830-399-5010 or Angela 210-727-9861.

May 25 •Jourdanton Alcoholics Anonymous group meets each Monday at 7:30 p.m. at St. Matthew’s Catholic Church, 1608 Campbell Ave. in Jourdanton. If you want to stop drinking, they have an answer. Help is free. For details call John at 210-387-1866.

•Community Charity Bingo - Mondays starting at 7 p.m. Doors open at 6 p.m. at Jourdanton VFW Post 4853, 809 Oak St. •Al-Anon meetings to be held every Monday at 7 p.m. at 914 Ohio St., in Pleasanton. Open meeting for family and friends of alcoholics.

Questions call Jane at 830-399-3314.

• Pleasanton Masonic Lodge #283 will host a meeting the fourth Monday of each month. Next: May 25. Dinner at 6:30, Virginia & M. May 26 • Having Computer problems? Want to learn how to operate your computer? Come and learn with us at Hosanna Baptist of Poteet!

Tuesday nights at 7 p.m. Also if you are wanting to study God’s word, come and be a part of our Bible Study Workshop Every Sunday Evening 4 -5:30 p.m.

• Pleasanton New Beginnings Narcotics Anonymous holds meetings on Tuesdays at starting at 7 p.m. -Open Meeting. Starting at 8:15 p.m.-12 a.m. is the Step Working Group (the actual working of the NA 12 Steps). Have Any Questions? Call or Text: Melinda 210-913-8888; David 830-399-5010 or Angela 210-727-9861 please reference NA. • The Veteran’s Peer to Peer Support group will hold a meeting for men at the Plaza Tapatios Mexican Grill, 1921 W. Oaklawn, Pleas.

ALL veterans are encouraged to attend. Dinner provided from 5 - 7 p.m., on the 2nd & 4th Tues. of the month. Next meeting, June 9 & 23.

June 1 • AMRSP Meeting, Monday, June 1, at St. John’s Lutheran Church Hall, 1702 Hwy 97, 10:30 a.m. Meet and greet; 11 a.m. meeting.

Catered Lunch provided by Lauren’s Deli of Jourdanton (An RSVP required!) Program “Now Picture That!” by AMRSP members.

Scholarships awarded & recipients recognized. Dues not paid are due. Final opportunity to support projects of box tops, labels, children’s books and toiletries.

June 3 •Veteran’s Peer to Peer Support Group will hold a meeting for women (wives, girlfriends and significant others are invited to attend) the 1st Tuesday of every Month -Pizza Hut in Pleasanton (Cancun is currently undergoing renovations), 5-8 p.m. Next meeting June 3.

June 9 • VFW Monthly Meeting - Meetings held at 7 p.m. on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at Jourdanton VFW Post 4853, 809 Oak St. If you are a veteran please join us at our meeting.

• A Girls Empowerment Camp will be held every Tuesday for girls ages 6-12 from June 9-June 30 from 9 a.m. to noon at Connections, 1010 Zanderson. Free Youth Activities: Healthy Self Esteem, Social Skills, Conflict Resolution, Problem Solving, Team Building, Crafts, games and fun. Seating is limited, call 830-769-3225.

June 10 • The Historical Commission will be holding a meeting on Wednesday June 10. Regular meetings are held the second Wednesday of the month at the Jourdanton Community Center at 9:30 a.m.

June 11 • A Boys Leadership Camp will be held every Thursday for boys ages 6-12 from June 11-July 2 from 9 a.m. to noon at Connections, 1010 Zanderson. There will Free Youth Activities: Healthy Self-Esteem, Social Skills, Conflict Resolution, Problem Solving, Team Building, Crafts, games and fun. Seating is limited, call 830-769-3225.

Community Calendar Submission Form To add an event, submit this form to the Pleasanton Express office; call Lisa Luna at (830) 281-2341 (830) 569-4967 or (830) 569-6130; fax to (830) 569-6100; or e-mail to lluna@pleasantonexpress.com. Deadline for submissions-MONDAYS at 10 a.m.

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BPA Students participate in National Leadership Conference in California Tyler Crady, Raul Garcia, Jace Llamas, Martin Osorio, and Kaye Hubert, along with advisor Janie Olivarri, participated in the National Leadership Conference (NLC) of Business Professionals of America (BPA) in Anaheim, Calif. from May 6-9.

Crady, Garcia, Llamas, and Osorio qualified for Nationals by placing 2nd in Economic Research Team at the State level where they wrote and presented a research paper discussing the Social Security System and ways to save the system. They competed against 30 other teams at the National conference and placed 6th in the nation. “What an accomplishment for these boys,”

said Olivarri. “They have competed in this event together since their freshman year. What better way to end their senior year in BPA then as one of the top 10 teams at Nationals!”

Kaye Hubert, Area 2 Region II President, attended as part of the State Officer team. She was instrumental in running the Texas meeting during the National Convention, as well as, serving as one of the voting delegates during the National Officer elections.

Other highlights at Nationals: •Sarah Elmer, although not in attendance, received her Ambassador Torch Award recognizing outstanding character in service, leadership, coop-

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•Janie Olivarri was recognized at the National Honors Award Ceremony for 15 years of service as a BPA advisor.

While in California, the Pleasanton group visited Hollywood, Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Venice Beach, Marina del Rey, and Downtown Disney.

“Attending the National Leadership Conference was the highlight of my year,” said Tyler Crady.

“As a Regional President, I got the opportunity to work with amazing people outside of my school. Plus, I made a lot of great friends,” added Kaye Hubert.

BPA is a national organization for high school, college, and middle school students preparing for careers in business and information technology. The organization’s activities and programs complement classroom instruction by giving students practical experience through application of the skills learned at school.

Over 6,000 conference delegates participated in this year’s conference.

Pleasanton High School was proud to be a part of NLC in Anaheim.

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The public is invited to attend the Pleasanton Special Olympics Track Meet on Friday, May 22, at Eagle Stadium. The opening ceremony is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. which will be followed by the field events, then the running events. Sara Baker will be singing the National Anthem. Schools who will be attending are: Pleasanton, Jourdanton, Poteet, Harlandale, Southside, Bandera, Southwest, Somerset, Medina Valley, Floresville, Leakey, Hondo and LaVerina. Pictured left to right are: top row- Sergio Cruz, JD Garcia, Angelica Molina, John Amesquita, Hellary Garza; second row- Josheph Rodriguez, Abel Salinas, Andrew Michaels, Josh Rackley, Frankie Aguero; third row- Cleveland Hanson, Jacob Fuentes, Jarred Miller, Modesta Moreno, Sara Templeman and bottom row- Bea Cano, Naomi Tijerina, Rhea Garza, Sarah Baker, Zachary Wiederhold, Anthony Calderon and Anthony Covey.

Lomas earns degree from UIW Dr. Mary Olivia Lomas received her Doctor’s degree of Pharmacy at the Feik School of Pharmacy from The University of the Incarnate Word. The ceremony was held on Friday, May 8.

Proud parents are Gilbert and Katherine Lomas of Poteet. She is a 2009 graduate of Poteet High School.

Mary would like to thank the mentors that have touched her heart and instilled the confidence, encouragement, support, guidance and compassion toward the achievement of her goal.

These include her parents, grandparents Mary and Truman Clyburn, Euesbio (deceased) and Olivia Lomas, Mr. John Cowder, Coach Vernon Marsh, Mrs. Veronica Mendoza, Ms. Shetter (deceased), Mrs. Tammy Underbrink, Upward Bound- Nicholas Lopez.

The scholarships she received include: The University of the Incarnate Word, NASA, Dell, Walgreens, the Poteet Strawberry Festival Association and Rotary Club, Lonnie Gillespie and Atascosa Vision Source. The family also wanted to thank the Pleasanton Express.

Mary Olivia Lomas

“I did it!

Reach for your dreams!”

Boys, girls camps Connections Individual and Family Services, 1010 Zanderson in Jourdanton, will host leadership camps this summer for ages 6-12.

The Boys Leadership Camp will meet weekly on Thursdays from June 11July 2, from 9 a.m. to noon.

The Girls Empowerment Camp meets weekly on Tuesdays from June 9-June 30, from 9 a.m. to noon.

Free youth activities include: healthy self-esteem, social skills, games and more. Seating is limited.

Call 830-769-3225.

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Sprinting At State Leal, Serrata win bronze CHRIS FILOTEO SPORTS EDITOR

AUSTIN– Two area athletes earned bronze medals after competing at the state meet last week under inclement weather.

Pleasanton’s Cassie Leal sprinted to a third place finish in the 300-meter hurdles in a time of 44.76.

It is the first medal in Pleasanton school history in a running event, according to Pleasanton’s girl’s head coach Mike Wood.

Leal’s mom, Lindsey Tausch earned a bronze medal in the high jump event for Pleasanton.

In her second straight appearance in the 300M hurdles the University of Houston pledge diligently strived for a medal her senior season.

“That was her goal this year,” Wood said.

“To get on the podium and get a medal.

We spent the last two weeks working on her start and getting out while staying with the

PHOTOS BY CHRIS FILOTEO | PLEASANTON EXPRESS

Left: Pleasanton senior Cassie Leal looks at the jumbotron after crossing the finish line. Leal won the bronze medal in the 300-meter hurdles in a time of 44.76, which was a school record.

Above: McMullen County freshman Makinna Serrata focuses on the last hurdle before finishing third in the 100-meter hurdles. It was the second bronze medal Serrata won at the state meet as she took third in the high jump earlier in the meet.

See STATE, page 4C

BASEBALL: DISTRICT 30-4A AWARDS

Area athletes earn All-District honors CHRIS FILOTEO SPORTS EDITOR

After all of the schools in District 30-4A were eliminated from the playoffs, the All-District

awards were released with numerous area athletes earning honors.

Pleasanton senior Grant Jackson was named MVP while Keagan Downs earned Co-Defensive MVP.

“We were represented very well in the district nominations,” Pleasanton head coach Chris Ingram said.

“These student-athletes are all well deserving of

their awards. They have worked very hard and have accomplished a lot as a team. We as a coaching staff and a school district are very pleased with the way the young men represented us in our district.”

The following awards are as follow:

First Team- Kenny Cordova, Pleasanton (pitcher); Roel Dillard, Jourdanton (pitcher); Justin Menchaca, Poteet (pitcher); Edward Ruiz, Jourdanton (catcher); Colton Knapp (unanimous), Pleasanton (third

Witnessing two athletes win medals was exciting

other run in the sixth to prevail with the shutout win.

Luckman and Joey Esquivel led with 2 RBI at the plate while Kelsey Ripple and Kat Ramirez contributed an RBI each.

In game one, the Squaws

AUSTIN– Any hour-long trip up IH-35 is always interesting.

Austin is a town unlike any other in the state.

From the food trucks everywhere to the horrible traffic jams; the city has separated itself from the rest of Texas.

Just For That is Kicks the case for two studentathletes that earned bronze medals at the event last week.

Pleasanton senior Cassie Leal and McMullen County freshman Makinna Serrata both won third place in their respected events.

Serrata won two bronze medals last week; in the high jump and the 100-meter hurdles.

For Leal, it was her last state meet since she will compete at the University of Houston in track and field this fall.

It was the second trip to the state meet for Leal as she competed in the 100-meter and 300-meter hurdles last year.

But this year was different.

In her only event at the state meet, she exploded out of the starting blocks while keeping pace with the rest of the field.

Then, as she sprinted down the final stretch she

See SQUAWS, page 3C

See AUSTIN, page 3C

See BASEBALL, page 3C

SOFTBALL: REGION IV QUARTERFINALS- JOURDANTON SWEEPS INGLESIDE IN TWO GAMES

Squaws sweep Ingleside, ready for Region IV semifinal

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The Squaws pose for a photo after sweeping Ingleside in the Region IV quarterfinals last week in Beeville. Pictured front row from left are: Karley Taylor, Jessica Eisenhauer, Rachel Schnelle, Kylar Guzman, Kelsey Ripple and Kristina Ramirez. Back row: Mackenzie Shelton, Taylor Rankin, Karen Carrasco, Kayli Beltran, Katherine Ramirez, Kim Soward, Nicole Wells, Shelys Miranda, Valerie Vacca, Michelle Carrasco, Emily Ponton, Christa Gonzalez, Bailey Longoria, Sheyanne Luckman and Joey Esquivel.

Jourdanton dominates Ingleside to advance in playoffs

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BEEVILLE– The Squaws dominated Ingleside after a 10-0 shutout in six innings in game two last week, which earned them a trip to the Region IV semifinals.

In game two, Sheyanne Luckman held the Lady

Mustangs to three hits inside the circle while scoring 10 runs off six hits.

After winning game one 7-1, Jourdanton was determined to move on in the playoffs.

“I looked in their eyes and saw confidence,” Jourdanton head coach Chuck Ponton said.

“I knew they were ready.

Our crowd and dugout played a huge roll in this series.”

The Squaws jumped out early and scored three runs in the opening frame.

Then Jourdanton sparked a six-run second inning to extend its lead.

Jourdanton tacked an-

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Trojans clawed by Bobcats in playoffs CHRIS FILOTEO SPORTS EDITOR

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or many Pleasanton athletes, the Sports Banquet is a time to reflect on the year and be with their teammates and coaches one last time.

On Monday, I attended my very last Sports Banquet Sarah as a Lady Eagle and Elmer it was a bittersweet Off The experiPitch ence.

The evening was filled with great food, a wonderful guest speaker, and numerous awards and scholarships for deserving student-athletes.

Despite all of the prestigious honors that were handed out at the ceremony, there was one new award that hit close to home.

The “We are Marshall” award was created by head soccer coach Brant Bird in honor of my youngest brother, Marshall.

Marshall was born on December 19, 2007 with Trisomy 18, a chromosomal condition that left him with three copies of chromosome 18 in each and every cell instead of the usual two.

As a result, he was born with complex congenital heart disease, under develSee MARSHALL, page 4C

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Charlotte catcher Joey Garza quickly grabs an incoming throw and tags a Refugio baserunner out at the plate in game two. The Trojans lost 3-2, which elminated them from the playoffs.

Charlotte ISD set to host Educational Foundation tourney Charlotte ISD will host the Educational Foundation Golf Tournament Saturday, May 23 at the Pleasanton Country Club.

It’s the first year for the event and all proceeds will go to the Charlotte ISD Educational Foundation.

Entry fee is $320/team, or $80/person.

The format is a fourperson scramble (handicapped) and over 70 year olds will hit from the senior tee boxes.

There is a closest to the pin and longest drive award and the pay out is $1,000 for first place, $600

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for second and $400 for third (pay out based on 20 teams).

Registration for the tourney is 8-8:45 a.m. the same day of the event with a shot gun start at 9 a.m. (field limited to the first 36 teams).

A meal and refreshments will follow the event.

For more information about the tourney, please contact Mario Sotelo at 830-277-1431 or by email at msotelo@charlotteisd. or, or Mike Yanity at 210748-4351.

ALICE– The Trojans were swept by state-ranked Refugio in a best-of-three series after narrowly falling 3-2 in game two last week in an area round playoff.

In game one, Charlotte was shut out 5-0 at Hyde Park in Austin.

“We just came out flat,” Charlotte head coach Will Gates said about game one.

“It had been ten days since we played a game.

That is a long layoff. We tried our best to simulate a game during practice, but it was just hard to do.”

The Trojans were held to three hits, but led by senior James DeLeon as the right-hander struck out 10 batters in six innings of work.

The Trojan also had 17 first-pitch strikes in the loss.

Down one game, Charlotte traveled to Alice two days later.

“Saturday was a different story,” Gates said.

“My guys were ready to play and they showed it.”

Refugio burst out of the gates early after scoring two runs in the opening inning.

Charlotte cut its deficit when it scored one run in the second frame.

Then, the Trojans tied the game at two apiece after scoring another run in the fifth inning.

Charlotte’s defense stood out throughout the matchup.

“We gave up two early See TROJANS, page 4C

Astros bring back fans after solid start to year

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Jessica Eisenhauer and Joseph Ortiz pose for a photo after the two earned spirit awards at the Jourdanton sports banquet last week.

ust a few years ago, the Houston Astros were the worst team in the major leagues.

They were so bad their network, Fox Sports Southwest, let them Maggie go. If you want to Rodriguez watch them on Sports television Focus these days, you have to go to the ROOT Sports Network on DirectTV. But as of Tuesday morning, the Astros were on fire and the talk of the league.

Look at them now. After Monday night’s games were completed, the Astros’ record of 25-14 was the second best in the majors and they were leading the West Division of the American League by 5.5 games over the runnerup Los Angeles Angeles.

The St. Louis Cardinals’ record of 25-12 was slightly better than Houston’s.

If my former boss Bill Wilkerson were alive today, he’d be talking Astros baseball and he’d be delighted by the way the Astros have rebounded.

The Astros were one of his favorite baseball teams and he always kept up with them. He’d also be asking, “Who are they.” If you look at their roster today they are all unknowns.

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Pleasanton Natives Help Win Tourney

Express encourages readers to send pics Snap a summer picture and send it to us.

Whether it’s hunting, fishing, or playing sports all you have to do is send the photo to the Express’ sports editor Chris Filoteo via email at cfiloteo@ pleasantonexpress.com.

We ask you to identify each individual photo-

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With summer approaching, the opportunity to snap summer pictures is upon us.

Here at the Express, we encourage our readers to send photos of summer time activites.

graphed, along with general information regarding the activity.

Please include the grade and school (if applicable) of school-aged children.

We can’t guarantee when a picture will publish, but we can mention every photo submitted will be in the paper.

Roberto Pulido headlines benefit dance for Leal A benefit dance for Pleasanton’s Anthony Leal will be held Friday, May 29 at South Texas Dance Hall.

The headliner is Roberto Pulido y los Clasicos from 9 p.m.-midnight.

Grupo Texas Heat will perform from 7-8:30 p.m. before hand.

Pleasanton tailback Anthony Leal has been invited to participate in the Down Under Sports Tournaments hosted on the Gold Coast of Australia.

Leal will represent the

Anthony Leal

Central Conference football team this summer.

Cost of the dance is $12 pre-sale and $15 at the door.

Pre-sale tickets can be purchased at the Rock House in Jourdanton and at Texas South in Pleasanton.

For more information, please contact Corey Castillo at 830-399-1360.

Help support Leal and his ambitions for playing in Australia.

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Aaron Perez (left) and Justin Rangel, both eighth graders at Pleasanton Middle School, competed in a baseball tournament in Boerne with the San Antonio Stix and helped win a tourney.

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base); Garrett Marotta, Pleasanton (outfield); Zach Carrasco, Pleasanton (outfield); Wesley Pesek, Jourdanton (outfield); Enrique Gonzales, Poteet (outfield)

and Ray Rodriguez, Poteet (utility); Aaron Jupe, Jourdanton (designated hitter).

Second Team- Jose Ramos, Poteet (pitcher); Will Soward, Jourdanton (pitcher); Trace Vrana (unanimous), Pleasanton (catcher); Alex Aguero, Jourdanton (first base); Tyler Gonzales (unanimous), Jourdanton (second base); Chris Rodriguez, Poteet (shortstop); Nathan Ra-

mos, Jourdanton (outfield); Kyle Peterson, Pleasanton (outfield); Patryk Estrada, Poteet (outfield).

Honorable Mention- Taylor Webster, Pleasanton (first base); David Olivarri, Poteet (first base).

Eagles prepare to host football camp The 2014 Eagle Football Camp has been set for June 8-10 at Eagle Stadium.

Students currently enrolled in second through eighth grades are encouraged to participate.

Time of the camp will be from 8:30- 11:30 a.m. each day.

The cost of the camp is $35 per camper (cash only) with a free lunch provided

each day.

The camp is directed by the football staff at Pleasanton High School.

Each camper will receive a T-shirt, a Gatorade bottle and instruction in the fundamentals of football skills.

The camp will emphasize on fundamentals, form, technique and the fun of the game.

AUSTIN: Memories last for student-athletes separated herself from the other competitors.

It was impressive watching her bolt to the finish line.

Just as it was remarkable witnessing Serrata burst down the last few hurdles to earn her second bronze medal of the meet.

The state meet was just like any other meet this

season- wet.

It poured down Friday morning, which resulted in a 30-minute delay for lightning during the Class 1A girls triple jump.

After the delay, the competition resumed amongst constant downpour.

Unfortunately, McMullen County’s Conner Dawson suffered a leg injury during his second attempt in the triple jump.

He slipped on the sur-

face, which held puddles everywhere, and landed into the sand pit.

It took Dawson several minutes before standing up with the help of his dad, Tracy Dawson.

I felt horrible for the Cowboy since he still had the 300-meter hurdles later to participate in.

Just like in any sport, injuries can happen anywhere.

The positive from his

injury is he still has next year to look forward to.

As for Leal, she will move on to bigger and better things as she prepares to run as a Cougar in Division I college sports.

A special congratulations to Leal and all of the McMullen County participants at the meet.

Regardless of winning a medal, or not reaching the state meet is an accomplishment in itself.

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scattered 11 hits to beat Ingleside 7-1.

“I told them that we need to jump on them early,” Ponton said.

“We are getting great pitching and good defense behind them. I am impressed with how the girls are coming together and supporting each other. It is fun to watch.”

The Squaws were led by Kris Ramirez at the dish as she drove in 2 RBI after going 4-for-4 with three runs in the win.

Karley Taylor, Ripple, Bailey Longoria, Valeria Vacca and Kat Ramirez all added an RBI each for Jourdanton.

Longoria stood out inside the circle as the Squaw struck out seven Lady Mustangs while only allowing two hits.

Now the Squaws move on to the final 16 in the state, or the Region IV semifinals against No. 10 state-ranked Needville.

“Needville is a good squad,” Ponton said.

“I’m sure their coach will have them ready to play. Anytime you are in the fourth round teams are going to be good. It comes down to who is peaking at the right time, who is healthy and who makes more plays and right now I like our chances.”

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Jourdanton’s Kelsey Ripple safely slides into second base in game one against Ingleside. The Squaws swept the Lady Mustangs in two games and advance to the Region IV semifinals this week.

three series starting in Seguin at Texas Lutheran University tomorrow at 8 p.m. with the Squaws as the home team.

Game two will be played in Weimar on Friday at 7 p.m. and Jourdanton will be the visiting team.

Game three, if necessary, is set for Saturday in Weimar at 1 p.m.

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Left: McMullen County’s Mia Force waits for the starting gun before the mile relay at the state meet.

Above: Pleasanton senior Cassie Leal lunges into the finish line during the 300-meter relay, which earned the Lady Eagle a bronze medal.

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pack. We knew she had a great kick in the final stretch of the race. She has had a good year and will be truly missed. We wish her the best at the University of Houston.”

Leal broke the school record in the 300M hurdles with her performance at state.

McMullen County’s

Makinna Serrata won two bronze medals at the event as the freshman took third in the high jump with a leap of 5’0” and third in the 100-meter hurdles in a time of 16.36.

“Makinna getting two medals is great,” McMullen County head coach Tracy Dawson said.

“She is a very gifted freshman that hasn’t even tapped into how good she could be. We are hoping for bigger and better things from her the next three years.”

The Cowgirl narrowly missed placing third in

the triple jump where she finished fourth with a mark of 34-01.25.

Serrata ran the anchor leg on the Cowgirls’ mile relay team that placed seventh in 4:26.07 with Mia Force, Sarita Cavazos and Hallie Taylor competing.

McMullen County’s Conner Dawson placed fifth in his only attempt in the triple jump with a leap of 42-10.75.

Unfortunately the Cowboy suffered an injury that kept him out of the event, along with the 300-meter hurdles.

“He went into the meet

expecting to medal in both events with a chance to win both,” Dawson said.

“Then he gets hurt on his second jump in the triple jump and is done for the meet. He is fine this week, but couldn’t put weight on his leg at the meet.”

Dawson had the third fastest qualifying time in the 300M hurdles (41.01) at the state event.

“I thought we all did very well considering the conditions and the fact that this was everybody’s first time at state,” Dawson said.

“I was very pleased at how we competed all the way around. We don’t lose a single person next year and we will be getting some good help from our incoming freshman that should help both the boys and girls teams. We hope to keep this going and make this the norm in Tilden. Before everyone asked, ‘where McMullen County was and now people say there’s McMullen County’.”

The most talked about player these days is probably second baseman Jose Altuve who has captured the hearts of the Houston fans with his hitting and base-running abilities.

Altuve is one of the smallest players in the league but he has blazing speed and is second in the American League with 13 steals. Earlier in the season he flirted with the league’s best batting average and is currently second in the American League with 50 hits.

But if I mention players like infielders Luis Valbuena and Jonathan Villar, and outfielders Jake Marisnick, Colby Rasmus and George Springer, your first reaction has to be “who are they?” Those guys are all starters.

Pitching is probably why the Astros are doing so well.

As of Monday night, Dallas Keuchel had emerged as the ace and was unbeaten at 5-0 and Collin McHugh was next at 5-1.

Luke Gregerson was perfect with 10-0 saves as the closer.

The only question most baseball purists were asking was – can the Astros continue to thrive and make the playoffs?

After watching them sweep four games over the Toronto Bluejays during the weekend before losing to the Angels, 2-1 Monday night, the Astros had equaled the franchise’s best start through the first 39 games (25-14).

They look very good right now and I suspect their success will continue.

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runs and then shut them out until the eighth inning,” Gates said.

“We had our chances, but we just couldn’t get the big hit when we needed one. After an ugly loss on Thursday I was proud of the way we bounced back on Saturday.”

The seventh ranked team in the state scored the game-winning run in extra frames to prevail with the win.

Charlotte had an opportunity in the bottom of the frame, but couldn’t generate a run in the end.

“We just didn’t get it done at the plate,” Gates said.

“We struck out too many times and left too many guys on base. James and Adan (Tijerina) both pitched well enough to win both games, but as a team we just didn’t hit well enough to win the games.”

Joey Garza drove in the lone RBI for Charlotte after going 1-for-2 at the plate with one run.

Tijerina pitched 6.1 innings while DeLeon threw 1.2 and struck out two batters.

“It was a tremendous season,” Gates said.

“The kids showed up every day to work and it showed in the product on the field. I am really going to miss the eight seniors that will be graduating this year. James and Adan have been with me for four years. It has been fun watching them grow on and off the field into the strong young men that they are. The two of them, plus Jeremiah (Schmidt), Logan (Phillips) and Adrian (Martinez) are going to ADOLPHUS SANCHEZ JR. | PLEASANTON EXPRESS leave huge shoes to fill in Charlotte’s Adan Tijerina slides into third base and was called out after the Refugio third baseman tags him out in game two. the lineup next season.”

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oped lungs, clenched fists with overlapping fingers, an increased susceptibility to infections and an abnormality in the cerebellum of his brain that controls balance, and multiple medical problems.

Upwards of 95 percent of babies with Trisomy 18 are miscarried or stillborn. 50 percent of babies who make it to term will be stillborn, but many are miscarried prior to 37 weeks of pregnancy.

Of the babies that are born alive, 50 percent will die within the first week of life and only five percent will live past their first birthday.

Marshall will celebrate his eighth birthday this year.

In spite of adversity, Marshall has worked hard to do the things that most children and parents take for granted. Each and every accomplishment requires determination and perseverance.

The “We are Marshall” award serves to recognize female soccer players who have overcome adversity in spite of tough challenges.

This year’s recipient was

Liana Garcia, an outstanding young lady who is a four-year varsity member and a team captain.

I am so grateful to Coach Bird for recognizing Marshall with such an incredible honor.

He has been a phenomenal coach, mentor, and teacher for the past four years and I will greatly miss him and the women’s soccer program when I go off to college.

Albert Schweitzer put it best when he said: “One who gains strength by overcoming obstacles possesses the only strength which can overcome adversity.”

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Senior Cassie Leal carefully clears her last jump before finishing third in the 300-meter hurdle event.

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McMullen County’s Conner Dawson leaps in the triple jump event at the state meet. In the Cowboy’s only attempt, he placed fifth overall after suffering an injury that kept him out of the rest of the meet.

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McMullen County’s Sarita Cavazos takes the baton from teammate Mia Force for the second leg.

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Hallie Taylor sprints during the third leg for McMullen County in the mile relay.

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Charlotte third baseman James DeLeon throws to first base during game two against Refugio in Alice. The Trojans were swept by the Bobcats in an area round playoff.

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Freshman Makinna Serrata competes in the triple jump during a constant downpour where she finished fourth with a mark of 34-01.25.

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Jourdanton sophomore Kristina Ramirez lays down a bunt against Ingleside in game one. The Squaws dominated the Lady Mustangs in game two, which advanced them to the Region IV semifinals this week against Needville.

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Kinsel Ford awards scholarships to Burris, Crisp Kloe Burris received a $1,000 Kinsel Ford/Built Ford Tough scholarship.

Kloe is a Senior at Jourdanton High School where her FFA advisor is Peggy Georg. She is the daughter of Keith and Kristal Burris and is ranked 4 in her class. Her GPA is 4.0.

Kloe has been an active student in the Jourdanton FFA Chapter for 4 years.

She is currently serving as Vice-President of the chapter, and has served as the Wintergarden District FFA Sentinel Her SAE includes market goats and market lambs, and has placed at several local and major stock shows. She has been active on several teams including Quiz, Chapter Conducting, Job Interview, Homesite Evaluation and Dairy Cattle Judging. She has received her Lone Star Degree and was a member of the 2014 Ford Leadership Scholars. She will be attending Texas Tech University and majoring in Biochemistry with plans to continue on to receive her

license in Ophthalmology.

Poteet High School Senior Caitlin Crisp also received a $1,000 Built Ford Tough Scholarship from Kinsel Ford. Caitlin’s FFA Advisor is Jeff Kennedy. She is the daughter of Thomas Cox and Christina Crisp.

She is ranked 6th in her class and has a GPS of 4.0.

Caitlin has been an active student in the Poteet FFA Chapter for five years.

She currently serves as the Poteet FFA Chapter President and has also served as a Wintergarden District officer. She has been actively involved in several teams such as Dairy Foods, Horse Judging, Radio Broadcasting, Creed Speaking, Meat Evaluation, Senior Prepared Public Speaking and Plant Identification. Her SAE included market swine. She has received her Lone Star Degree. She will be attending Baylor University majoring in Medical Humanities with plans to become a pediatric oncologist.

Be careful in the rain I enjoyed hearing the rain and thunder this week. Can’t honestly say when I heard it last!! Now that we have had some rain, some areas have had too much, of course.

Let’s all be careful, no matter what Verdilizer kind of weather we are having.

I’m looking forward to the “Pleasanton Antique Appraisal Show” that

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Pictured, left to right, Jeff Kennedy, Poteet FFA advisor, Caitlin Crisp, scholarship recipient, Bob Kinsel, Kinsel Ford, Kloe Burris, scholarship recipient and Peggy Georg, Jourdanton FFA advisor.

4-HERS COMPETE AT CONTEST

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ATASCOSA COUNTY SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT AWARDED

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The District 12 Shotgun Contest was held May 9, 2015 in Mission, Texas. Atascosa County had 11 attendees.

In the Trap Contest Senior Jake Hamm was first place, Intermediate Kody Villarreal was first and Intermediate Nathan Ricks was second and in Juniors Montgomery Cain was first and Reed Foster second. The Skeet Contest results were Senior Jake Hamm first place, Intermediate Hunter Miller third place and Junior Montgomery Cain was first. Jake Ham and Montgomery Cain were also first in their age division in the Whizbang Contest. High Overall honors went to Jake Ham in the Senior age division and Montgomery Cain in the Junior. Hidalgo County held an Invitational Match that same day and our shooters participated with the following results: Jake Ham first in Trap and Whizbang, fourth in Skeet; Intermediate Kody Villarreal first in Trap; Intermediate Nathan Ricks second in Trap; Intermediate Hunter Miller fourth in Skeet; Junior Reed Foster second in Trap and Junior Montgomery Cain first in Trap, Skeet, Whizbang and High Overall. Congratulations to Coach Jess Kemp and his Shooting Sports Team. Pictured, left to right, Jake Hamm, Nathan Ricks, Kody Villarreal, Montgomery Cain and Hunter Miller. Not pictured are Reed Foster, Cass Campbell, Blake Foster , Orlando Garza III, Elizabeth Kemp and Garner Kemp.

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The Atascosa County Soil and Water Conservation District headquartered in Pleasanton, attended the Texas Soil and Water Conservation Awards Banquet for Area III on Tuesday, May 5, in Victoria. The purpose of the Conservation Awards Program is to recognize and honor Soil and Water Conservation Districts (SWCDs) and individuals who have dedicated their time, efforts, and talents to making wise use of renewable natural resources. The Atascosa County SWCD was honored with a plaque for the Runner-Up Outstanding Conservation District. Pictured, left to right, Natalie Bartek, Tina Clyburn, Sherry A Orsak, Jose O Dodier, Jr, Michael Korus.

4-Hers shoot Several members of Atascosa County 4-H Shooting Sports project group entered the Nueces County 4-H Whiz Bang Contest on May 1st and 2nd at the Corpus Christi Pistol & Rifle Club in Corpus Christi.

Members attending were Chance Hehman, Cort Haltom, Rylan Wagner, Kasen Boyd, Montgomery Cain, Yancey Miller, Nathan Ricks, Ty

Hehman, Orlando Garza III, Elizabeth Kemp and Garner Kemp.

Nathan Ricks from Mesquite 4-H Club was 1st place in Intermediate Trap. Montgomery Cain of Mesquite 4-H Club was 1st place Junior Division Skeet and 4th place Junior Division Trap and Yancey Miller of Lytle 4-H Club was 2nd place Intermediate Sporting Clays.

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Sugar Cane Aphid scouting meeting today A relatively new Aphid species has infested much of Texas, Oklahoma, Eastern Mississippi and South West Louisiana since late 2013. In affected fields, producers have lost up to 50% of the yield. This insect does not only affect grain sorghum but sorghum sudan and hay grazers as well. The best way to manage our grain sorghum and hay grazers is to scout our fields for these insects.

Today, Wednesday May 20, at 3 p.m. there will be a Sugar Cane Aphid Turn Row Scouting meeting at the Tymrak Farms,

located off Cr 325 Southwest of Jourdanton (Old Schorsh Dairy). Dr. Robert Bowling Extension IPM Specialist from Corpus Christi will be discussing scouting of the Sugar Cane Aphid. We will offer one continuing education unit (1.0 General CEU) for Private Commercial and Non Commercial Applicators at this event. There is no charge for this program.

If you need more information or have questions, please give us a call at the Atascosa County Extension Office (830) 7693066.

Producers must report prevented planting and failed acres Scott Heffernan, Executive Director of Atascosa County USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA), reminds producers to report prevented planting and failed acres in order to establish or retain FSA program eligibility.

Producers must report crop acreage they intended to plant, but due to natural disaster, they were prevented from planting. Prevented planting acreage must be reported on form FSA-576, Notice of Loss, no later than 15 calendar days after the final planting date as established by FSA and Risk Management Agency (RMA).

According to Heffernan, the final planting date for cotton is April 30th.

If a producer is unable to report the prevented planting acreage within the 15 calendar days following the final planting date, a late-filed report can be submitted. Latefiled reports will only be

accepted if FSA conducts a farm visit to assess the eligible disaster condition that prevented the crop from being planted. A measurement service fee will be charged.

Additionally, producers with failed acres should also use form FSA-576, Notice of Loss, to report failed acres.

For losses on crops covered by the Non-Insured Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP) and crop insurance, producers must file a Notice of Loss within 15 days of the occurrence of the disaster or when losses become apparent. Producers must timely file a Notice of Loss for failed acres on all crops including grasses.

Please contact the Atascosa County FSA Office at 830-569-3845 ext. 2 to schedule an appointment to file a Notice of Loss. To find your local FSA office visit http://offices.usda. gov.

Local Farmers support trade authority bills Atascosa County farmers and ranchers support legislation that expands international trade for farmers and ranchers.

The Trade Promotion Authority (TPA) bills will greatly benefit Texas farmers and ranchers, said Atascosa County Farm Bureau President Pete Pawelek TPA streamlines negotiations and strengthens the U.S. position at the bargaining table. It is central to completing key trade negotiations already under way, such as the

Trans-Pacific Partnership.

“U.S. Agriculture will not grow unless our farms and ranchers can compete in international marketplace,” Pawelek said. “We lose potential markets if we cannot negotiate and ratify trade agreements through TPA. The United States is the world’s leader in agricultural exports, coming off a record year of $152 billion in exports last year.

“TPA will keep that trend moving forward, “President Pawelek said.

DOROTHY BUTLER Dorothy Elizabeth Butler was born in Fairview on June 29, 1929, the youngest child of Henry Carlton Butler and Janie Lou Gentry.

She grew up on the family farm and graduated from Floresville High School. Dorothy then entered Baptist Memorial Hospital School of Nursing in San Antonio to pursue her childhood dream and became a registered nurse.

Upon graduation, she moved to Alpine to work in the Lockhart Clinic and complete a Bachelor of Science at Sul Ross State University and get her teaching certification. There she met and married George Wesley Quillian of Pleasanton.

Her sorority sister, Dolphia Parker, who later became the wife of the young actor, Dan Blocker (also a college friend), was a bridesmaid.

The couple returned to the Floresville area to teach in the elementary school at Blackhill. They later moved to Pleasanton where Dorothy taught Junior High English. Their marriage produced one child, a daughter, but they later divorced.

It was in Pleasanton that Dorothy began her long career in nursing. She created the position of school nurse and had the medical care of more than 1000 children.

Dorothy assisted in the newly established Tuberculin testing and Polio inoculation programs. She also made home visits when the school system instituted the Head Start Program.

During this time, Dorothy entered Trinity University and took a Master of Science degree. Her thesis, the “The Qualifications of School Board Members in the State of Texas” was utilized by the federal government to review the education of school boards across the nation.

Dorothy later moved to Tilden to teach high school English but, seeing the great need for medical care in the school system, she acquired funding and developed a new school nursing program for Mc Mullen County ISD. It was a first for Tilden.

She returned to San Antonio upon the death of her mother, Janie, and brotherin-law, Otto Hierholzer, to fulfill a lifelong ambition to work with the military.

Dorothy entered the U.S. Civil Service as a nurse in Neurology at Wilford Hall Hospital, Lackland AFB. She transferred to Brook Army Medical Center, Fort Sam Houston, first to Neurology/ Neurosurgery and, then the Institute of Surgical Research. It was at the ISR

(Brook Army Burn Unit) she would spend the next nineteen years, winning copious commendations for her work. Her patients ranged from the Pan Am & KLM Royal Dutch airline disaster in the Canary Islands to the Marine base explosion in Japan. She also periodically acted as a flight nurse for the critically ill.

Her determination to serve in the military went beyond Civil Service.

Defying age regulations for women of that period plus numerous rejections by both the Air Force and Army, she was finally accepted as a Major into the US Army Reserve Corps. It was a triumph to Dorothy’s dauntless spirit of determination when she overcame that barrier to serve her country. She was honorably discharged. When Dorothy later retired from the Burn Unit, she was a GS 13 (equivalent to a Lt. Colonel).

Her nursing career continued as a charge nurse at Parklane West Healthcare Center for military veterans where she worked as a charge nurse on medical unit. Dorothy finally retired in her 70’s but was asked to return to the Burn Unit after 9/11. She declined due to health reasons.

Her lively curiosity and desire to learn more never flagged. She was constantly reading, studying and keeping in touch with her former colleagues in the ways of alternative therapies and new treatments. That love of nursing and medicine carried her through good times and bad.

In 2012, the home beside Calaveras Lake in San Antonio that she had lavished such care upon, burned. The loss in property and memories was profound, especially to a former burn nurse. She took up residence, first in the Wedgwood Senior Apartments and later, Esplanade Gardens, an assisted living facility in Converse. She was accompanied by her faithful caregiver and friend, Amanda Elizondo, who had begun caring for Dorothy while she still lived at home. She died at Esplanade Gardens on Saturday, May 9, 2015.

Dorothy Butler is survived by her daughter, Gwyndolyn Elizabeth Gail Butler of Chicago, Illinois, two nephews by marriage, E.J. Hierholzer and Otto. J Hierholzer Jr., both of Floresville, several great nephews and great niece Linda Bourland Keen of Schertz. She also leaves behind former Brook Army burn nurse and her military ‘son’, Jeff Lambert of Modesto, California.

Dorothy Elizabeth Butler, RN, has died but her spirit and gift to the nursing profession will live on through the countless lives she helped to save.

Visitation was held from 4 - 6 p.m. Sunday, May 17, 2015, at Vinyard Funeral Home Chapel in Floresville.

Graveside funeral services were held at 11 a.m. Monday, May 18, at Floresville City Cemetery, officiated by Pastor Peter Aguilar, Floresville United Methodist Church, Floresville, followed by interment.

ROBERT CLARK Robert Donald Clark, age 53, of Jourdanton, passed away at his residence Friday, May 15, 2015.

He loved to fish, hunt, and going to garage sales. Robert was a very giving and helpful person, who saw the best in everybody. He was also known as a happy-golucky prankster. Robert’s greatest love was for his family and most of all his children.

He is survived by his wife, Gloria Clark; son, Zachary Ryan Clark; daughters, Savannah Lee Elizabeth Clark, Kasey and Lacie Manzella; brothers, Tom Plaster and wife Alice and Donnie Plaster and wife Debbie; and sisters, Deborah Plaster and Phyllis Maxine Guerra and husband Edward. Robert is also survived by his grandchildren, Braedon Agosto, and Halle Ann Gonzales; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Anna Sue (Hurst) Clark; brothers, Roger Lee, Jerry Wayne and Bobby Dean Plaster.

Visitation will be held at Hurley Funeral Home, Pleasanton, from 2 - 9 p.m., Thursday, May 21, 2015. A prayer service will be held at Hurley Funeral Home, Pleasanton at 7 p.m., Thursday, May 21, 2015.

Anyone wishing to sign the guestbook, share memories or issue condolences for the family may do so at hurleyfuneralhome.com.

LUCY WALLACE Lucy (Harlan) Wallace of Jourdanton passed away on Wednesday, May 13, 2015 at the age of 104. She was born December 19, 1910 in Marquez, Texas to Isiah Irvin and Maggie Lee (Marten) Harlan. She is survived by her son, Billy Wallace and wife Barbara of Kyle; grandchildren, David Wallace and Charlotte Bennight and husband Joe; great grandchildren, Wesley Jester and Torrie Garcia and husband Jojo. Lucy is also survived by one great-great granddaughter, Alana Lee Garcia.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Isiah and Maggie Wallace; husband, William Wallace; brothers, Ben, Marion and Lester Harlan; sisters, Gussie Wallace and Juanita Allen and granddaughter-in-law, Martha Wallace.

Visitation was held at Hurley Funeral Home in Pleasanton on Saturday, May 16, 2015 from 9 - 11 a.m. followed by a funeral service at 11 a.m. Interment was at Jourdanton City Cemetery.

Anyone wishing to leave condolences for the family, share memories or sign the guestbook may do so at hurleyfuneralhome.com.

Classifieds

(830) 569-6130 (830) 569-4967 Metro: (830) 281-2341

Email: classifieds@pleasantonexpress.com 114 Goodwin, P.O. Drawer 880, Pleasanton, TX 78064

DEADLINE: Noon Monday

Wednesday, May 20, 2015

Fred 830-480-9844

LOT SHREDDING, yards cut & trimmed, stump & cactus removal, Garage Sales clean up & trash haul off, landscaping. Will pick up YARD SALE 323 Lanmetal or iron for free. tana, Pleasanton, Fri. & Mike 210-237-8607.

Sat., 8a.m.-5p.m. Misc. items, Tate’s crafts.

EICHMAN CONSTRUCTION ReguBIG BIG BIG YARD lar fences, hog proof SALE 1606 Frances fences, field fences, Ave., Pleasanton. Misc. barbed wire fences, items, baby stuff, home sheds. Free estimates. decor & much more.

Randy Eichman 830Sat. & Sun., 9a.m.-3p.m.

570-6574. (25-27p28f) No early birds. (28p)

MOVING SALE 1306 Martin St. Pleasanton 8a.m.-2p.m.

Fri. & Sat. Pets FREE KITTENS 8-1/2 weeks old, weaned & litter box trained. Black, black & white, black & white & grey striped.

Call Diane 512-6355667. (28p)

FREE TO GOOD HOME

2 month old, black kitten. Spayed, female.

Needs 2nd set of shots.

Call 830-742-3388

Happy Jack ® Flea Beacon: Patented device to control fleas in the home without toxic chemicals or costly exterminators.

Results overnight! At TSC Tractor Supply.

Lost & Found

PIANO & VOICE Private lesson times available Monday & Thursday during both summer sessions. Offered by Patty Romo, B.M.E., UT Austin, 25 years experience. Call/text 830-5701047. (27-29p)

20x20 METAL CARPORTS

Starting at $1,650 210-410-3380 NLC Construction

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LOST- $500 REWARD Light brown, male Shorkie (part Shih Tzu, part Yorkie), 4 years old. Last seen Sat., May 9, on Granato Rd. in Poteet. Has a collar with “Chico” on the tag.

Please call 210-7250651. (28p)

Business Services GARZA’S PAINTING Interior, exterior painting, pressure washing.

Free estimates. Senior citizen discount. Lawn service. Call Robert 210842-4906. (27-29p30f) CERTIFIED NOTARY PUBLIC Irene Garza, mobile 24/7, 361-5419664, Pleasanton & surrounding areas. (2830p31f)

PRECAST CONCRETE PRODUCTS: water troughs, water storage tanks, cattle guard sills, feed bunks, septic tanks, concrete containment wall panels, concrete pipe stands.

American Precast Concrete, Floresville 830-393-7731

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Free Replacement Estimates

800-880-8722 Roy’s Nursery & Grass Farm Irrigation, Landscaping, Trees & Shrubs, Topsoil, Tree Trimming. Chain link, Privacy,and Ranch Fences. Poteet

210-912-6500

18-26p27-29f

ABLE HOUSE LEVELING & FOUNDATION REPAIR

830-769-3537

Free Estimates to homeowner Pier & Beam • Cedar Post • Slab Specialist All work Guaranteed Owner: Bennie Love 10% Senior Citizen Discount

RG Services

Mow yards, clean lots, bale hay. Custom tractor service.

830-570-1707

Clean-Rite SeptiC SeRviCe • PumPing • RePaiR

210-296-6947

Mike’s Roofing

Metal & Shingles

also fascia & soffett repairs & roof cleaning.

Locally based for 17 years!

830-570-4825

Residential & Commercial

800-880-8722 Poteet, TX

HOUSE CONSTRUCTION Conservation Contractor Improving Land Since 1937

Specializing in: • Fishing Lakes- New & Old Tank Repair • Land Clearing - Seeding JAMES • Root Plowing - Raking HOUSE 830-570-7750 • Site work - Roads & Pads • Lot Clearing & Shredding james.housecontruction146@gmail.com

NOW HIRING part time apartment leasing/manager and maintenance at Pleasanton apartment community. Great pay, flexible hours.

Please email resume to careers@clearintegritygroup.com or call 210-655-5166.

Equal Opportunity Employer.

(26-28p) RICK’S DRIVE IN, 8157 Hwy. 281, Leming, hiring for cashier, cook & stock.

Starting pay $8.50/hour.

Apply in person. (28c)

COMING SOON!

NOW HIRING CDL-A Drivers

NOW HIRING MANAGERS

1 year exp. required. Need Hazmat & Tanker endorsement.

Call 830-277-2020 TODAY!

COOK PUMP & SUPPLY, LLC in Floresville is hiring, all positions. Down Hole Pump experience required.

Serious inquiries. Send resume to info@cookpumps.com or fax to 830-393-7006. (28-31p)

Jourdanton

Please apply at 1504 Oak St., Jourdanton or call 830-769-3531 Equal OppOrtunity EmplOyEr

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Come Join our Team!

We are currently hiring for: Dietary Manager Maintenance Director 2p.m.-10p.m. Charge Nurse CNAs (all shifts) Medication Aides

The City of Pleasanton, Texas

is requesting applications for the following position: FINANCE DIRECTOR: Plans, organizes and directs the City’s Finance Department including financial planning (annual budget); financial operations (treasury, accounting, financial reporting, payroll and procurement); and risk management (insurance).

Designated as the Investment Officer for the City of Pleasanton. Provides recommendations to the City Manager for strategic direction of fiscal policy matters to maintain and enhance the financial health of the City.

Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics or Public Administration with more than ten years of progressively responsible experience in public finance, accounting, budgeting, and/or cash and debt management, including at least four years of supervisory experience Preferred Qualifications: • Master’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics or Public Administration with ten to fifteen years of progressively responsible experience in governmental finance, accounting, budgeting, and/or cash and debt management, including at least ten years of supervisory experience as department head or higher.

• GROA Certificate or CPA Benefits: • Paid Medical, Dental & 50K Life Insurance Policy • 13 Paid Holidays per year • Retirement through TMRS 7% a 2 to 1 match • Supplemental retirement plan through ICMA • Vacation and Sick Leave pay • Certification and Education Pay • Market Base Salary

Note: Any combination of experience, education, and/or licensing will be considered.

Applications will be accepted until position filled by Maria Lozano @ City Hall 108 Second Street Pleasanton, Texas 78064, Email- mlozano@pleasantontx.gov, Website- pleasantontx.org

www.pleasantonexpress.com

Branch Manager Wanted!

Expanding loan company seeks branch manager.

Prefer finance experience. Prefer collection experience. Valid drivers license required.

Reliable transportation required.

Seeking to fill position ASAP. Submit resumes to: recruiting.dept@aol.com

ADVERTISING SALES REPRESENTATIVE The Pleasanton Express is seeking a pro-active, energetic and motivated Advertising Sales Representative.

The successful candidate will be a relationship builder and have exceptional people skills and telephone etiquette. Applicants should be dependable self-starters with a stong sense of community.

Display advertising sales or industry knowledge including print and online sales a plus.

POTEET MANOR Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is hiring for the following positions: Director of Nursing with long term care experience; CNA 3p-11p; LVN 3p-11p; Medication Aide; RN- Weekend Supervisor. Sign on bonus & competitive wages. Apply at 329 School Drive, Poteet; or fax resume to 830742-8710. EOE. Email resume to poteetadmin @legacycenters.com.

(28-30p231f)

PART TIME Retail Merchandiser needed to merchandise Hallmark products at various retail stores in the Pleasanton area. To apply, please visit: http://hallmark.candidatecare.com EOE. Women / Minorities / Disabled / Veterans.

(27-28p)

Retama Manor

Please contact Juan Casillas (210) 545-3663 ext. 113 or juan.casillas@ihopsa.net

METAL BUILDING ERECTORS wanted: welders, laborers & subcontractors with own equipment.

830-5794465. (27-30c)

JOB OPPORTUNITY Zeotech Corporation in Tilden, Texas is accepting applications for a Mechanical position, skills in mechanics, electrical and welding are desired. All interested applicants should contact Thomas Segura at 361-274-3357.

SALES & SERVICE

CLASS A DRIVER with Hazmat & tanker endorsement. Minimum 3 years experience in hauling liquids. Starting at $16 per hour. Please call 210-681-8789. (2729p)

HELP WANTED in Pearsall, TX. Experienced vacuum service drivers, experienced commercial truck mechanics. Apply online at www.bobwhiterentals.com or in person at 1234 FM 1582, Pearsall, TX 78061. (27-28p)

NOW HIRING experienced CDL Class A truck driver. Must have clean driving record, pass background check & pass drug test. Competitive pay & benefits. Send resumes to sales@excaliburrental.

OUR LADY OF GRACE com or fax to 361-574ACADEMY is in search 9397. (28-29p) of a bookkeeper, nurse, kindergarten teacher, T E N D E R C A R E 4th/5th teacher, and pos- LEARNING CENTER sibly a part time coun- is looking for a nurturselor. Call the school for ing individual to join our details and the applica- team. Must be able to tion process. 830-569- pass background check.

8073. (26-28p29f) Please apply in person at 902 Zanderson in DRIVERS CDL-A: Lots Jourdanton. (27p) of miles. Great pay/benefits & bonuses. Home APPROVED OIL SERweekly; no slip seat, VICES is seeking a full no touch freight, newer time yard man, Mondayequipment.

Recent Friday to join our team. driver grads welcome.

Starting pay is $10 per 877-723-8932. (27-30p) hour. Please apply at 4485 Smith Rd., Von ATASCOSA WILDLIFE Ormy, TX 78073 for SUPPLY is now hiring directions please call welders. Please apply 210-681-8789. (27-28p) at 1204 Zanderson Ave., Jourdanton. No phone Think Classifieds! calls please. (28-31c)

Help Wanted

HAIRSTYLIST If you’re energetic, motivated & want a great work atmosphere, call The Cutting Corner- Lisa or Kristy 830-200-7677, 830-5692081. (27-29p30f)

24-47c

FOUND sweet, female dog, black with white (knee high) paws.

Coughran Road near East Lake Subdivision.

Call to identify 830-5698609. (28dh)

for junk cars, trucks & vans, and farm equipment.

Free towing.

No title needed.

SALES & SERVICE

FOUND Red boy’s bicy- Room Air Conditioners cle, 943 N. Bryant St., –––– Pleasanton. Can pick ICE MACHINE up at Pleasanton Police Sales and Leasing Department. (28dh) FOUND fence & gate panels in Pleasanton on May 14th. Call to describe 210-913-2312.

(28dh)

CASH PAID

830-742-3515

(830)569-3669

JOSE’S TREE SERVICE Tree professionals.

Trimming, tree removal, moss removal, roof clearance. Free estimates. Free service call anywhere. Senior citizen discounts. 210330-6699. (26-28p29f)

FRIENDLY NEIGHBORS ROOFING New roofs, repairs, wind, hail damage, insurance claims, no problem. Call NEEDED Leo for free estimates. ANTLERS Lic. & Insurance. 210- J.E. Antler Creations 830-334-5872 Pearsall, 995-8425. (28-35p) TX. Bring your antlers. I MONTES LANDSCAP- can make anything you ING Lawn maintenance. request. (25-27p28f) Residential and commercial mowing, weed E X P E R I E N C E D eating, edging, fertiliz- CLEANERS We do ing, weed control, leaf residential & commerremoval, planting, sod cial cleaning. Top quality installation, hedge trim- work with references & ming, pruning/small tree experience. Please call work. Call Gus 830-200- for a free quote 210-2895882. (26-31p32-33f) 1130. (16-18p19f)

210-324-5347

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SALE Arts & crats, wreaths. Friday, May 22, 8a.m.-3p.m., 412 High Meadow, Pleasanton. If rain, will be next Friday.

JESSE’S YARD & TREE - Yard work, weed eating, etc. 7 days a week.

210-870-5575.

(27-29p30f)

DOZER WORK!!! Land clearing, dirt work, fence line clearing. Call 210275-8796 or 210-8277147. (37tfn)

QUARRY & EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE: Osburn Materials is currently seeking mobile equipment and stationary plant maintenance personnel. Mechanics with knowledge and experience in mining equipment repair. Electrical and welding skills a plus. Fully paid health insurance for employee and family. Company funded profit sharing.

Work schedule Mon.Fri. 7a.m.-5p.m. Wages based on experience.

Call 210-414-3990 for an Appt. (26-29p)

YARD MANAGER Bobwhite Oilfield Services is looking for a yard manager to help maintain our trucks, tools, and facilities. Must be honest, drug free, clean background, and clean driving record. Facility maintenance will include mowing and edging, so the candidate must be willing to work outdoors without accomodation.

Pay rate is $14 per hour.

Email your resume to resumes@bobwhite-tx. com or call Steve at 830569-8882. (27-28p)

28-30c

WE BUY HOUSES Any condition. Fast cash. www.bestofferhomebuyers.com. Call 210-4137230. (27-29p30f)

PAINTING Now is the time. Also remodeling, sheet rock, texturing & bathroom renovations.

Reasonable. Excellent references.

All work guaranteed. Call Bill 830-480-4016 or 830769-4016. (26-31p3233f)

CERTIFIED MECHANIC needed: valid driver’s license, 2+ years’ mechanical experience, clear criminal background check, own tools and lockable toolbox, will work 1-2 Saturdays a month. We offer competitive pay, insurance, 401K and great commission structure. Call 830742-3515. (51tfn)

The Pleasanton Express offers competitive pay commensurate with experience. The job offers candidate salary plus commission and room for advancement at one of the largest weekly newspapers in Texas.

Please email your resume to Rhonda Chancellor, Business Manager, rchancellor@pleasantonexpress.com or mail your resume to “Sales”, PO Box 880, Pleasanton, Texas 78064.

If you wish to drop your resume off at the newspaper office, please contact Rhonda first at 830-569-4967.

The Pleasanton Express is an equal opportunity employer.

NOW HIRING

Full Time, Part Time, PRN Day & Night positions are available

Emergency Services - ER Tech Emergency Services - Registered Nurse Health Information Mgmt - IP/OP Coder ICU - Registered Nurse Maternal Newborn - Unit Secretary Medical Imaging - Rad/CT Technologist Medical Imaging - Ultrasound Technologist Medical Surgical - Certified Nurse Assistant Medical Surgical - Registered Nurse Nursing Admin. - Clinical Educator Nursing Admin. - Clinical Informaticist Nursing Admin. - House Supervisor Physician Clinics - Medical Assistant Plant Operations - Maintenance Tech/Engineer Rehabilitation - Physical Therapist Respiratory Therapy - Reg. Respiratory Therapist Urgent Care - Medical Assistant

Well established manufacturing company hiring for the following full time positions. Located in Pleasanton, TX. PRODUCTION TEAM

Processing & packing line. Positions with opportunities for advancement to other skilled positions. Training provided. No experience required.

MAINTENANCE POSITIONS

Manufacturing maintenance experience a plus. A self starter and reliable. Individual, with knowledge of mechanical, electrical, welding, hydraulic and pneumatic skills. Position is responsible for day to day production equipment maintenance and repairs.

Apply in person at:

W W Wood, Inc. 1799 Corgey Rd., Pleasanton, TX 78064 or submit resume to sonyat@woodinc.com

We Buy Wood Benefits package available.

Please visit www.strmc.com to see job description, position requirements and apply online.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

MESQUITE WOOD

25-28c

two 25x75x15, two 215x75x15, one 205x75x15.

Toyo Spectrum steel belted radials. Less than 100 miles on them.

TREE & LAWN SERVICE Starting $25 & up.

Flower beds, etc. Free estimates.

830-5705765. (27p)

ORTIZ CARPENTRY Local. All types of carpentry- room additions, windows, doors, painting, restrooms & kitchens.

830-570-2070, 830-767-2067.

(2729p30f)

27-29p30f

TIRES FOR SALE

EXPERIENCED CONTRACTOR no job is too small. Experienced in construction of all kinds, interior/exterior. We also do porches, decks, additions. We also clean and haul off junk off your property. We have references. Call any time 210-289-5882.

Free estimates. (22-36p3741f)

ELAN BUSINESS SERVICES If you need bookkeeping/accounting/payroll assistance in my office or yours, please email questions to: elanbusiness2008@ gmail.com or fax to Ann @ 830-569-9242. (2528p)

27-29p30f

ROBBIE’S COMPUTER SERVICE Virus removal, tune ups, Windows installed, laptop screens replaced. Offering high speed internet from Internet America.

Authorized dealer for Wilson cell phone boosters. Now stocking vapor supplies and e-juice.

728 S. Hwy. 281, Pleasanton.

830-569-3210.

Credit cards accepted.

CLEAR WINDOW CLEANING SERVICEIf your windows need cleaning, in/out, commercial or residential, please call 210-8751181. (27-29p30f)

24-47c

I WILL DO IRONING, in my home. References upon request. 830-5694957.

NO JOB IS too impossible. Remodeling, additions, painting, patios, decks, sidewalks, plumbing, repair RVs, electric work. 24 hour service.

Free estimates. 210-449-5189.

(26-33p34-36f)

27-29p30f

Miscellaneous

Pleasanton Express

28cPO#83620

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For more information visit: www.woodinc.com/woodspecs.html

or call 830-569-2501

THE TEXAS DEPARTMENT of Family and Protective Services is hiring for Child Protective Services Specialist in Jourdanton. The position, under the direction of a supervisor, performs advanced social work related to protective services, intake, child abuse/neglect, investigation, foster care and adoptions. Work involves making determinations of appropriate actions necessary to resolve family emotional and/or physical stress situations which cause child abuse/neglect.

The position interacts routinely with Texas Department of Family and Protective Services staff, clients, representatives from various organizations, and the general public. Minimum qualifications: Graduation from an accredited four year college or university. For more information and to apply, go to https://jobshrport al.cpa.texas.gov/ENG/ careerportal/default. cfm or call 1-888-8944747. Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.

Monthly Salary $2747.96 + State of Texas Benefit Compensation Package.

Motorcycles 2003 HONDA SHADOW SPIRIT 8,512 miles. $3,000 OBO. Red/red flames, runs great, well kept, never dropped.

New chain/sprocket. For pictures 409-454-8782.

(25-27p28f)

Farm & Ranch ANTLERS WANTED I buy all species antlers, any quantity, any condition. Will come to your location. Call 830-9972263 for more information. (21-26p27-28f)

Farm Equipment FOR SALE 1952 Ford 8N tractor $2,500.

Disc harrow 6’ $550.

Spreader- seeder, 12V, 3 point or receiver hitch $200. Rotary cutter 5’ $150. Post hole digger with 9” bit $350. Call 817-658-8710. (28p)

Livestock FIVE YOUNG BRANGUS BULLS Tested & ready. Asking $3,000 each. Atascosa Ag 830769-3738 or 210-2193682. (28-29p)

Real Estate 0-3.5% DOWN New construction 3/2, behind Jourdanton School on Bryan Dr. 830-570-1121.

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Mobile Homes MUST SELL 3/2 mobile home, needs to be moved. 18x76, 2013, excellent condition.

Please call 830-7700461 for more details.

Leave message if needed. (26-28p29f)

Submit resume to Camino Real CS, Attn: HRS, P.O. Box 725, Lytle, Tx. 78052. Fax 830-772-4304.

Visit www.caminorealcs.org for details. EOE

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Professional Registered Nurse opportunity for shift work within our residential treatment program.

Competitive salary and benefits. Community Services Agency with psychiatry and primary care services focus. Rewarding nursing opportunity to deliver services to persons with mental illness. Lytle, Texas. Requires valid Texas RN license.

10 ACRES, 3.5 miles North of La Pryor, with water & electric. Fertile soil, some brush, lots of grass. Mobile homes ok. $47,000. Non-qualifying Owner Financing, $1,000 down, $415 mo.

10.25% APR 30 yrs.

No prepayment penalty.

Owner Broker. Call Gary 830-900-4848. (28-39p) 10 ACRES, 4 miles East of Charlotte on Hwy. 140, with water & electric.

Fertile soil, some brush, lots of grass. Doublewide mobile homes ok. $48,000. HURRY ONLY 1 LEFT AT THIS PRICE! Non-qualifying Owner Financing. $1,000 down, $424 mo. 10.25% APR 30 yrs. Call Gary 830900-4848. (28-39p)

Warehouse and Delivery Person

We currently have an opening for a full-time And/or Part-time Persons with great customer service skills in our growing organization. A working knowledge of Appliances and Electronics a plus but not required.

Company benefits for Full time employees include: competitive pay, Retirement plan, medical insurance, paid Holidays and vacation. EOE Apply in person at Hoelscher’s Furniture, 116 Chapman St., Pleasanton 830-569-5146.

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Retama Manor Pleasanton North Now Hiring for the following positions

26 FT TRAVEL TRAILER for rent, 5 miles east of Pleasanton. $650/month. 830570-7946. (26-28p29f) ONE RV SPOT available in Pleasanton, 30/50 amp. $325/month, all utilities paid. 210215-2440. (26-28p29f)

On-call hours are from 5 p.m. to 8 a.m. weekdays, weekends and holidays vary. If selected, you must attend required training and must be able to report to designated safe sites within 1 hour of request for assessment.

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Compensation is at a rate of $200 per week plus $100 per completed and submitted crisis assessment, and mileage.

Quiet country living • Plenty of space Wi-Fi • Washer & dryer available 50 & 30 Amp service $275/month

Contact 830-570-5475

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RESIDENTIAL RESIDENTIAL

Poteet - Hwy. 16 - 6.867 acres, with entrances on Hwy. 16 & Hwy. 476, makes the property ideal for businesses with a fleet. The 3/3.5 house has a unique octogon shape with an open floor plan. There is a water well, with city water available & 2 septic tanks.Plenty of space for your office, yard, home or all 3! $400,000. EE/SC Pleasanton - Hayden Dr. - Beautiful 4 bedroom, 3-1/2 bath stucco home on nice landscaped lot. Sprinkler system, 2-1/2 car garage, open floor plan, large kitchen & dining room! Inviting back patio & room enough for outdoor kitchen, this home is perfect for entertaining! Call today for W/D a showing! $399,500. 1099874 Pleasanton - W. Goodwin - Custom built spacious 2-story brick home on 3 ac. High ceilings, kitchen w/bar & breakfast area. 4 bedroom, 3-1/2 baths. Game room, office, large master. LR w/fireplace, 3 car garage.

REDUCED! $329,000. 1068111 W/P Pleasanton - Continental Dr. - Beautiful, well cared for 3/2 home on2+ acres in desirable S/D with oaks. Open living area with fireplace, breakfast bar. Separate dining room & living/office space.

Sunroom for additional living/office, great for playroom also. Oversized split master bedroom with sitting area. Nice size patio for entertaining. Surround sound, security system, sprinkler system & circular drive. $319,000. 1110713 E/L Jourdanton - Hwy. 16 S. - Extra large home with 5 bedrooms, 1 full bath and 2 half baths. All rooms are very large.

Kitchen has walk-in cooler. Building has been used as commercial before. With Hwy. 16 frontage, this is a great location for a business. $250,000. 1083769 G/C Pleasanton - Cardinal Dr. - 3/2 possibly 4 bedrom in desireable neighborhood. Move-in ready, updated kitchen, granite countertops & island. itchen appliances remain. Large family room.

Hot tub under covered patio, large pergola for entertaining. Dog kennels & storage blds. $244,900. 1106705 P/C Pleasanton - Lonesome Trail - This wonderfully maintained 3/2/2, open floor plan sits in a cul-de-sac of the limited access Riata Ranch Subdv. Spacious living room with rock fireplace & high ceilings. The large kitchen with island looks out into the living room, while the breakfast area overlooks the pergola covered deck. The master bath has a double vanity, walk in closet & separate tile shower & garden tub.

Back yard is complete with shop, storage building & newly constructed in ground, salt water pool. $242,900. 1108912 M/M Poteet - Cimarron Square - Very nice 3/2/2 home in quiet country neighborhood. Open living concept with split SOLD bedroom design. Office offers space to work from home. Covered patio looks out to inground pool. $237,500. C/C Pleasanton - Yorktown - Beautifully crafted 4 bedroom, 2 bath home with office. Large open kitchen, dining, living area. Home has high ceilings, open floor plan, sprinkler system, storage building, & privacy fence.

Home has also been repainted on the outside & new counter tops. $235,000. E/W

Pleasanton - Crooked Creek - New beautiful rock/stucco 3/2/2 in awesome subdivision Bonita Vista. Sprinkler system, split floor plan, dream kitchen with SOLD island. Covered patio area! So many extras that make this home the one for you!

M/D REDUCED! $223,500. 1068611 Pleasanton - Stone Haven - 3/2/2 rock stucco home! Open floor plan, high ceilings, granite counters, office area off kitchen, utilSOLDSprinkler system ity room, split bedrooms! & privacy fence. $217,000. 1096741 W/D

210-394-0566 830-393-4445

Pleasanton - Vista View - New home under construction. Home has 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, 2-car garage, high ceilings, open floor plan, large walk around shower & granite counter tops. $203,500. 1104334 D/W

RV SPACES

Pleasanton - Encino Village Dr. - Warm and inviting 3/2.5/1 country home on 2.32 acres. Home offers a huge country kitchen. Two master bedrooms. Utility inside. Plenty of room for your horse. Just outside city limits. $198,000. 1095685. A/C

Available

Pleasanton area.

All bills paid.

WiFi included.

Laundry room on site.

On site management.

Well lit.

PLEASANTON 3 bedroom, 2 bath house.

Central air & heat, refrigerator, oven/stove, dishwasher, washer, dryer, fenced yard, close to schools, desirable neighborhood. 830-5707447. (27c)

CHEAPER THAN MOTELS, JUST LIKE HOME 830-377-7310

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Looking for a residential rental?

27-29p30f

Quiet Country Living on 6 acres.

Picnic Area & BBQ Pit $375 monthly

830-570-1057

QUIET COUNTRY LIVING between Poteet & Somerset off of FM 476 West. Large double wide, 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, $1,000/month.

3/2 mobile home $550/ month. Water & garbage included. 210-416-6393.

(28c)

RENTALS

Month-to-Month & Weekly Rentals.

Furnished 1 & 2 bedroom houses and one RV. Utilities, WiFi & DTV included.

Contact our property management team at

830-569-4455

or visit our website at www.brohillrealty.com

Brohill Realty, Ltd.

1004 W Oaklawn Rd., Pleasanton, TX 78064

HOMES, ndFARMS AND RANCHES

Pleasanton - Crownhill - Beautiful brick home on landscaped corner lot!

3/2/2, open floor plan, nice entry to LR & DR, office. Study or 4th bedroom. Privacy fence, covered patio!

Call this home! $224,500. 1109048 E/D

3/2 doublewide, fenced yard, central air & heat. $1,195/mo. + dep.

Water paid. No pets.

TRAILERS FOR RENT Fully furnished. All bills paid. Washer, dryer on site, in Pleasanton. We build man camps as well. Call 210-430-7572.

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DOWDY Real Estate, LLC

FOR RENT

Large 1 bedroom, 1 bath house.

Central air & heat. $600/month, $600 deposit.

FOR RENT in Pleasanton, 1 bedroom with appliances. No pets. $435/month, $435 deposit. Call 830-7693565, 830-570-3919.

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ELM CREEK RV PARK

5353 Granato Rd., Poteet, TX 78065 between Poteet & Pleasanton

Poteet – Ditto Rd. - 15+ acs. 4 bedroom, 2-1/2 bath manuf. home, back covered patio, CH/CA, SOLD barn/shop, storage unit, 2-car carport, ALL kitchen appliances.

REDUCED! $230,000.

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PLEASANTON

Part-time positions are available for after hours “oncall” crisis workers to respond to mental health crisis for Atascosa, Frio, LaSalle, and McMullen Counties.

Duties include crisis interventions, assessments, referrals to stabilization services, and referrals for involuntary treatment services according to the Texas Mental Health Laws. You must have at least a Bachelor’s Degree in psychology, sociology, social work, nursing, etc.

B&B RV PARK

LARGE RV for rent in Pleasanton.

Sleeps 2. All bills paid. $700/ month. 210-902-6618.

210-901-2794

ON-CALL CRISIS POOL WORKERS NEEDED

If interested please call Camino Real Community Services 210-357-0359. EOE.

4 miles south of Pleasanton. $8,000 per acre. $8,000 down, $630/month.

No mobile homes.

210-307-9711

Campbell St., Jourdanton

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CNAs Dietary Aide/Cook RN Please apply in person 404 Goodwin, Pleasanton or call 830-569-2138

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For Lease/Rent

Accepting Applications

Clean, efficient residence/office.

3 bedrooms, 1 bath, laundry room, tile floors throughout, central A/H, fenced back yard. $950/month.

405 San Antonio St., Pleasanton, TX. Rental applications below mailbox 210-313-4989

Land for Sale FOR SALE Jourdanton, St. Hwy. frontage, 10-170 acres, excellent location for pipe yard, pad site, salt water disp., new home construction & development possibilities. 3 phase electric available. Starting at $7,000 per acre. B/PO 830-570-1121. (17tfn)

NICE 3/2 mobile home, 1,500 sq. ft., 1 block from Jourdanton schools, just off Hwy. 16. $900/month, $900 deposit. Big front yard & fenced back yard. 210289-5890. (28p)

HOUSE FOR RENT / OFFICE SPACE

TRAILERS FOR SALE 30 ft & 34 ft with slide outs. $6,000-$8,000 each. 210-430-7572.

POTEET - 200 Bailee Circle. 3/2 on 2.3 acres.

All appliances included.

Kinetico water filtration system. Fenced property. Large wood decks.

Quiet country living on cul-de-sac. $99,500. For MUST SELL. 20 acres appointment 830-200or split in half for two 10 6461. (26-27p) acre tracts. Near Charlotte, basically cleared, Think Classifieds! suited for agriculture or oil field business. $4,000/acre.

Owner financed, or can discount for cash. 830-423LPHA 4656. (28p) Position in Atascosa and Frio Co. Primarily responsible for the provision of counseling services to adults 10.4 ACRES for receiving services from Camino Real’s Crisis Residen- $60,000.

Located tial Unit located in Pearsall,Texas. Requires Master’s between Charlotte & degree with major in social, behavioral or human Poteet at corner of CR services, plus one of the following Texas licensures: 317. Pretty property, water & electricity availLCSW, or LPC. able. Owner financing Submit resume to Camino Real CS, Attn: HRS, available with $1,000 P.O. Box 725, Lytle, Tx. 78052. Fax 830-772-4304. down & payment of Visit www.caminorealcs.org for details. EOE about $506/month. Call 830-305-4623. (27-29p)

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ROOMS FOR RENT in Charlotte. $150 a week, $600 a month, all utilities paid. For lease- 4 acres, fenced in already with high fence, $2,000 a month. 830-277-1193, 830-570-4140, 830-5699436. (26-28p29f)

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Apply in person at DQ. All locationsPleasanton, IH37, Poteet, & Jourdanton

PLEASANTON- 1717 EMBASSY RD. Beautiful 3/2 brick home located in the Jamestown subdivision. 1974 sq. ft., large 1/2 acre lot, 576 sq. ft. detached, brick building. Granite counter tops. Pecan floors. $270,000. Broker 512-965-8820.

MLS# 1107195. (26-29p)

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JOB OPPORTUNITY Zeotech Corporation in Tilden, Texas is looking for a few motivated employees with a good attitude and a good work ethic. The job will be primarily indoors in a warehouse environment and will include loading 50 pound and 25 kilogram bags on pallets, shrink wrapping, and loading trucks. There will be some outside duties such as filling bulk bags as well.

Transportation is provided to and from jobsite. Starting pay $9.00/hour and will go to $10.00/hour after a 90-day probationary period. All interested parties may contact Thomas Segura at the Main Plant at 361-2743357.

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EXPERIENCED TRUSS FABRICATOR needed to work in shop in Whitsett. 830-579-4447.

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Pleasanton - Deer Run - Brick 3/2/2 on 1.26 acres, with beautiful trees! Updated kitchen & master bath. Fireplace SOLDin living room, tile & laminate wood flooring. Fenced back yard. REDUCED! $189,000. 1061290 T/D Pleasanton - Bunker Hill. - Very nice 3/2/2 brick home in desirable neighborhood. OpenCONTRACT floor plan. Sun room looks out to back yard. Privacy fence. Large oak tree shades the back yard. $184,000. R/C

Pleasanton - Abilene - Well maintained brick home close to schools, in a desirable neighborhood. Large living with open dining room adjacent to kitchen with SOLD breakfast bar. Split bedrooms, master with walk-in closet & bath with walk-in shower.

Nice size back yard with covered patio & mature trees. $165,996. 1091483 G/L Jourdanton - Orange St. - Meticulously maintained 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home. Converted garage, or 4th bedroom. Sprinkler system in front & back yards. All appliances & the riding mower go with the house. Call for a showing. $165,000. 1106716 H/S Jourdanton - Simmons Ave. - 3 bedroom, 2 bath, corner lot with mature trees, lots of room, 2-car garage, large UR, 2 storage units, lots of storage in house, FP in den!

Newer CH/CA, wall units, CF, 2 mobile homes that are occupied which rent for $400 per month convey with property! Call today! REDUCED! $159,500. 1103267 H/D Pleasanton - Eileen Dr. - Brick 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garage! 1 ac. lot in great subdivision. Fireplace in large den area, new patio doors lead out to nice covered patio! Privacy CONTRACT fenced on 3 sides! Needs some updating, so come make it yours! $157,200. 1105449 T/D Jourdanton - Poplar St. - New construction- rock & siding. New stainless steel appliances, high ceilings, CONTRACT granite counter s, glass & tile shower in master bath, CF, carport. Call today!

REDUCED! $156,500. 1105630 R/D Jourdanton - Zanderson Ave. - Spacious 3 bedroom, 2 bath, open floor plan. High ceilings, detached garage, quiet location on 6 lots. Call today! $149,000. 1104862 G/E George West - Fannin - 3 or 4 bedroom home on beautiful lot. 2 full baths, hardwood floors, fenced back yard with mature trees, metal roof & 1-car garge attached! Close to the schools! $145,000. 1113734. O/D San Antonio - Crossland Rd. - Located just north of Leming on 3 acres off Big Oak Dr. Split level 2/2 home with vaulted ceilings, rustic exposed beams & fireplace. Open living, dining & kitchen. Step down into master area. One level up is bedroom/office or hobby room. Storage bldgs & metal garage.

Extra lot for animals, gardens & space for children to play. $139,793. 1110166 U/L Pleasanton - Sandy Ln. - Not an inch of wasted space in the house. This 3/2 would make a great starter home, “golden years” home or any stage in between.

The large lot allows for a pool, garden, sports practice field or more parking if needed. The bedrooms are large. Kitchen & living room are spacious. Call Sara for a showing. $130,000. 1109535 G/S Charlotte - HighlandAve. -Wonderful home sitting on 6 city lots. 3/2, could be 4 bedroom or office. Large garage. Shady yard. Fenced & cross-fenced. $114,000. 1103122 F/K Pleasanton - Haley Dr. - 2 bedroom, 1 bath, new rehab, island kitchen, granite counters, new appliances, CF, new CH/ CA, knotty pine wood throughout, 1-car carport! Call today! $110,000. 1104188 O/D Jourdanton - Commerce - Completely remodeled 2/1 with original hard wood floors, large kitchen & bath. Cozy wrap SOLD porch with a small fenced yardon a corner lot. Call to make an appointment to see this cute house today! $95,000. 1081978 B/S Leming - Dairy Rd. - Quiet location is this 2/1 home on 2 acres. Metal workshop & water well. REDUCED! $89,900. 1018320. A/L Jourdanton - Magnolia - 4 bedroom, 2 bath manufactured home on 2 city lots. Mature trees for great shade, to relax on the patio. Fenced yard, oversized carport. Shop in back off patio.

C/D REDUCED! $82,500. 1112053.

Poteet - Eichman Rd. - Well kept 3/2 single wide. Large fenced/shady yard. 2 covered decks. Wood laminate & carpet floors. New A/C & HW heater. 2 storage sheds. A very quiet neighborhood. A MUST SEE! REDUCED! $68,000. 1063149. I/K Pleasanton - Ormand - Remodelers’ dream! 2 bedroom, 1 bath, 1930s home.

Original hardwood floors, clawfoot tub, interior French doors, details on front door & fireplace, wainscotting in kitchen CONTRACT & bath, charming woodwork on window & door framings. With a little TLC this home can be restored to its original glory!

Call Sara today. $55,000. 1104193 PJ/S

Poteet - 5th St. - This conveniently located 1/1 has wonderful potential as a starter home or rental property. Plenty of room to grow on this spacious lot. $47,500. 1107512 G/M Charlotte - Barnes Ave. - Cute 3 bedroom, 1 bath home . Fruit trees, shed. This could be a great starter home or rental.

Don’t miss this one. Call today for appt.

C/J REDUCED! $39,900. 1077486 COMMERCIAL COMMERCIAL

Jourdanton - Hwy. 16 - 215 acres located just north of Jourdanton on Hwy. 16 near the FM 3350 intersection. Approx. 1200 ft. of Hwy. frontage & nearly 1 mile of CR 301 frontage. This beautiful property presents a rolling terrain that is plentiful in grass with a majority in re-growth, as well as a wet weather creek & small tank. A shallow domestic water well with submersible pump is also present.

Perfect for a home site, grazing cattle or development, whether it be commercial or residential. $1,296,000. 1110415 P/M Campbellton - Brazos St. - Renovated school. 8 rooms with 2 beds, 4 rooms with 4 beds & executive rooms. All have separate bathrooms & TVs. Spacious meeting rooms, cable, WiFi & laundry room on site. RV spots have water, septic & 50 amp hook ups. Many possibilities!

REDUCED! $850,000. 1060863 VH/K Poteet - Hwy. 16 - 6.867 acres, with entrances on Hwy. 16 & Hwy. 476, makes the property ideal for businesses with a fleet. The 3/3.5 house has a unique octogon shape with an open floor plan. There is a water well, with city water available & 2 septic tanks.Plenty of space for your office, yard, home or all 3! $400,000. EE/SC Pleasanton - N. Bryant - New commercial building. 4 large offices, reception area, 2 large bathrooms, kitchen area, large conference room., high ceilings, crown moulding, stained concrete! Good parking & ramp entrance! $350,000. 1115258 S/D Pleasanton - N. Bryant - Location, location, location! Well established automotive repair shop on very busy street. 1.5 acres completely chain link fenced. Lift will remain. Separate office & kitchen area.

Front & back entrances. Six overhead doors.

REDUCED! $350,000. 1073023. R/C Pleasanton - N. Bryant - An excellent investment property! The location is highly visible and in a well traveled area.

Currently used as a salon, this building is well designed for many possibilities.

A must see! $289,000. 1115798 S/D/E Jourdanton - Hwy. 97 - Shop front with 3/2 home attached, on 1.37 ac., one block from City Hall. Easy entry from front & back of property. Zoned commercial. $285,000. 1053808 H/D Jourdanton - Magnolia - 25 space RV park.

Great investment. 2 RVs & cabin belong to seller and are rented out. Call for details. Joyce 928-503-2356. $275,000. 1096181. H/J Jourdanton - Hwy. 97 - Commercial building on Hwy. 97 next to Pico. Great location for any kind of business! Currently SOLD houses 2 businesses & and ice machine, all producing rental income! (businesses are not for sale, only building). $250,000. EE/SC Leming - Hwy. 281 - Almost 5 acres of prime commercial property with 582(+/-) feet of US Hwy. 281 frontage. Railroad tracks run along back of property. Great location in the Eagle Ford Shale area. $201,000. 1093604. P/C Pleasanton - Hwy. 281 N - Commercial building, great location, corner lot. Call CONTRACT today! REDUCED! $120,000. 998125 N/DJ Jourdanton - Cantrell - 2 duplexes with 4 units total! Great investment property! Appliances & window units!

Call for appt! $135,000. 1094928. K/D Jourdanton - Hwy. 97 - Great location! Existing rock building & garage being sold “AS IS”. Call for details!

REDUCED! $93,000. 1068642 S/D Pleasanton - Bowen St. - 50’ x 148’ with large building on concrete slab. Bldg. needs work. Possible commercial. Could R/C be warehouse. $30,000.

FARM & RANCH

FARM & RANCH

Jourdanton - Hwy. 16 - 215 acres located just north of Jourdanton on Hwy. 16 near the FM 3350 intersection. Approx. 1200 ft. of Hwy. frontage & nearly 1 mile of CR 301 frontage. This beautiful property presents a rolling terrain that is plentiful in grass with a majority in re-growth, as well as a wet weather creek & small tank. A shallow domestic water well with submersible pump is also present.

Perfect for a home site, grazing cattle or development, whether it be commercial or residential. $1,296,000. 1110415 P/M

Pleasanton - CR 430 - 180.65 acres. Large home, office building, pens, chute, barn, 2 tanks. The possibilities of this property SOLD are endless. It can be used as ranch land, commercial or investment property for development. Owner will convey 10% of minerals. $1,000,000. 1054370 G/S 150 Cleared Acres - of impressive land that is ready for a multitude of uses. 680 feet off of Hwy. 16 just north of Poteet, this piece of land is ideal for a homestead, grazing livestock or development, either residential or commercial. Shallow water well, small tank, Benton City water and electricity. The Palo Alto Creek also traverses through the property and there is a set of pipe working pens that will convey. Call today for a showing!

B/D REDUCED! $699,000. 1031696 Charlotte - Park Ave. - 3/2/2, nice home on acreage, 11+ acres. Beautiful mature trees! Fireplace in LR, galley kitchen with stainless counters & top of the line stove./range. Breezewy between house & garage. Utility room has full bath, water heater & connections. Sprinkler system. Call today! REDUCED! W/D $289,900. 1045648 30 Acres - Undeveloped land for your dream home or recreation! Great location!

REDUCED! $151,250. 1031183 T/D

Jourdanton - CR 323 - Almost 20 acres covered in trees. Property is fenced & has a wet SOLD weather creek. Many possibilities. $125,000. 1094309 K/CK Poteet - LEASE ONLY - 27.7 acres at Hwy. 16 N. & Thomas Rd. Great for oil field business. Many possibilities. $1,500 per month.

LOTS

LOTS

Pleasanton - Dugosh Rd. - 15 fully fenced acres. Some utilities in place, others are available. Surrounded by County Roads. Has been partially cleared.

Lots of trees. A fabulous find with a country view. $225,000. 1104709 M/K 30 Acres - Undeveloped land for your dream home or recreation! Great location!

Will divide 15 acre tracts. REDUCED! T/D $151,250. 1031183 Jourdanton - Hwy. 16 - Commercial lot next to Dairy Queen. You couldn’t ask for a better location to place a business. This 1.44 acre lot has approximately 315 ft. of highway frontage.

Come by & take a look. $150,000. EE/SC Jourdanton - Palmetto - 2.75 acres, surveyed and approved for 16 residential lots.

Land has been partially cleared and has a gentle slope with scattered trees. A must see!!! Call today! $100,000. 1033232 KP/J Jourdanton - Hwy. 173 - 10 acres - Gently sloping cleared piece of land will make a great location for a home or business site.

Utilities are available. $100,000. 1109826 V/S Charlotte - FM 2146 - What a deal!!!

2.898 acres near Charlotte. Fully fenced, 28x24 metal building, shed, outdoor kitchen, oak trees, concrete driveway, CONTRACT 1,000 gallon septic , water & electric on site. A must see!!! Call Joyce @ 928-503-2356. $79,900. 1101718 T/J Jourdanton - Hwy 16 N - 5.25 acres with frontage on Hwy. 16 & CR 304E. about 1/2 mile north of FM 3350. $75,000. P/P Pleasanton - East Trail - 6+ acres for you to build your new home on or bring your double wide. Located in country subdivision. Seller will pay half of water T/C meter. $62,000. 919258 Pleasanton - East Trail - 5 acres ready to be cleared and have your new home built or bring your doublewide manufactured home. Country subdivision. Plenty of room for your horse. $59,900. 1110523. R/C Pleasanton - East Trail - 4+ acres in country subdivision. Build your new home or bring your double wide. Seller will pay half of T/C water meter. $55,000. 919309 Charlotte - San Antonio Ave. - 4 city lots in Charlotte on 0.64 acres. These lots will work great for residential or CONTRACT commercial. Easy access to Hwy. 97 CV/SC & 85. $45,000. 1085311 Pleasanton - Edgehill - Build your dream home on this large lot in a restricted subdivision with no HOAs. There is plenty of room on this lot to build a large home and still have room for a pool, garden, practice sports field or all 3!

Call Sara today. $38,500. 1096348. P/S Jourdanton - Orange St. Zoning restrictions. 2 city lots with utilities available. Mobile home to be moved!

Call today! $27,000. 1093346 A/D

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Wade Dowdy Carol Neill Linda Porter Donna Blue Karen Potts Kari Vickers Sara Campbell Joyce Crotts-Cernik Erin Hartmann Michael Vickers 830-569-6883 210-771-2755 830-570-3352 210-275-8019 210-315-8881 830-570-4757 210-663-0704 928-503-2356 210-249-1886 830-570-4701

PLEASANTON House for rent, 3 bedrooms, 1-1/2 baths, large yard, central air/heat. $1,200/ month, $1,200 deposit.

Call 830-399-0456.

2200 SQ. FT. commercial building for lease on Oil Field Alley, Hwy. 16. FOR RENT 3 bedroom, 2 bath house, 313 Chap210-514-7064. arral St., Pleasanton.

FOR RENT 3/2 house, Back yard has privacy $1,500/month appliances, A/C, Camp- fence. bellton, TX $900 rent/ plus $1,500 deposit. Call deposit. 2/1 house, 830-570-0750. (28-29p) appliances, close to elementary $700 rent/ 1 BEDROOM efficiency reasonable, in deposit. 830-570-4460. flat, Pleasanton.

830-569RV FOR RENT WiFi, 6624. (28p)

water & garbage included. $550/month + NEW CONSTRUCTION electricity. No partiers. Now accepting applications. 4 plex unit for 830-569-3210. (28tfn) rent. $900/month, $900 RV FOR RENT All bills deposit. 19839 Claypaid. Country living. ton St., Somerset, TX. 3 bedroom, 2 bath also 830-570-1057. (28p) available. 2 bedroom, 2 bath $800/month, $800 FOR RENT Log cabins deposit. 210-730-2218. in Charlotte. $100 per person per week. We pay utilities. Call 830- FOR RENT 2 bedroom, 480-2135 or 830-480- 1 bath mobile home with stove, refrigerator 3440. (25-27p28f) & window units. $900/ month, $400 deposit.

DUPLEXES FOR RENT 1512 N. Martin, PleasTwo duplexes (4 living anton. All bills paid! units), 1 bedroom, 1 830-569-3038, 830-200bath each. 1401 & 1402 7584. (28p) Cantrell, Jourdanton.

Corporate lease only.

830-570-3100.

(26- CAMPBELLTON house for rent, 4 bedroom, 1 28p29f) bath, furnished. 830570-6172. (26-28p29f) RV TRAILERS FOR RENT $650/month, utilities paid. Free WiFi at MOBILE HOME for rent 816 Mansfield, Pleasan- in Poteet, 2/1, has stove ton. RV spaces at $450/ & window units. No pets. month. Call Duck RV Call 210-887-4043 or Park 830-569-0033. (26- 210-363-1820. (28p) 28p29f)

FURNISHED EFFICIENCY apartment. $395/month, $300 deposit.

Dish, WiFi & internet. No pets.

Access to washer & dryer. Pay electric & water to property owner.

Call 830-579-4414, 361649-3903 Campbellton.

(27-28p) ROOM & RVS FOR RENT $150/week. All bills paid, including cable & WiFi. Laundry & ice machine on site.

Quiet country comfort.

210-710-3182.

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408 COUSER ST., Charlotte. 3 bedroom, 1-1/2 bath, stove, refrigerator, washer, dryer. 210-4229419. (25-26p)

2/1 HOUSE FOR RENT. 15 min. south of Jourdanton off Hwy. 16 & FM 140. $850/month, you pay utilities. Fenced back yard. 2 friendly pets allowed with $50 pet deposit. 830-7843384 home, 830-5708314. (28p)

Legal Notices

is 113 N. Bryant St., Thompson, Deceased.

Pleasanton, Texas 78064.

Address: c/o Jack L. Hunter, Jack L. Hunter, All persons having P.C., 9901 IH -10 West, claims against this Suite 450, San Antonio, Estate which is currently Texas 78230. being administered are required to present Dated at San Antonio, them to the undersigned Texas, April 17, 2015. within the time and in (28p) the manner prescribed by law.

NOTICE TO PUBLIC:

NOTICE TO PUBLIC:

c/o: MEGAN HARKINS 113 N. BRYANT ST. The Pleasanton City PLEASANTON, TEXAS Council adopted Ordi- 78064 nance No. 15-1143 at the Regular Session of DATED the 1st day of May 7, 2015. The cap- May, 2015 tion of the ordinance is shown below: Megan Harkins Attorney for CARLOS E. ORDINANCE RAMIREZ NO. 15-1143 State Bar No.: 24072665 113 N. Bryant Street AN ORDINANCE OF Pleasanton, TX 78064 THE CITY COUN- Telephone: 830-569CIL OF THE CITY OF 5990 PLEASANTON, TEXAS, Facsimile: 830-569AMENDING ORDI- 5992 NANCE 12-1065 FOR email: attorneymegan LEVYING TAXES FOR harkins@gmail.com THE USE AND SUP- (28c) PORT OF THE MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT NOTICE TO AND PROVIDING FOR CREDITORS THE INTEREST AND SINKING FUND FOR THE YEAR 2012-2013 NOTICE OF APPOINTAND APPORTION- MENT OF JACKIE COLING EACH LEVY FOR LINS, as Independent ITS SPECIFIC PUR- Executrix of the Estate POSE; PROVIDING of Cyrus Burton ThompFOR THE COLLEC- son, Deceased.

TION AND DEPOSIT OF TAXES; ESTAB- Pending in the Atascosa LISHING A DISCOUNT County Court at Law of FOR EARLY PAYMENT Atascosa County, Texas, AND ESTABLISHING A in Matters of Probate HOMESTEAD EXEMP- No. 7588.

TION FOR THOSE SIXTY-FIVE YEARS TO ALL PERSONS OF AGE OR OLDER INTERESTED IN THE AND DECLARING AN ABOVE ESTATE: EMERGENCY. WHEREAS, on the 17th This ordinance is avail- day of April, 2015, in able for inspection at the the Atascosa County City Hall during regular Court at Law of Atascosa County, Texas, the business hours. undersigned duly qualified as the Independent Andres Aguirre Executrix of the Estate City Secretary of Cyrus Burton Thomp(27-28cPO#83664B) son, Deceased.

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

Notice is hereby given that original Letters of Administration for the Estate of ERLINDA S. DIAZ, Deceased, were issued on March 31, 2015, in Cause No. 7532, pending in the FOR RENT RV lots County Court of Atas$420/month +.

772 cosa County, Texas, to: Humble Camp Rd., CARLOS E. RAMIREZ. Pleasanton.

Rent includes all utilities & The Resident Agent of WiFi. Please call Sharon CARLOS E. RAMIREZ is MEGAN HARKINS, 832-922-1215. attorney, whose address HOUSE FOR RENT 3 bedroom, 1 bath, kitchen, laundry room, dining room. $950/ month, $500 deposit.

1020 S. Addison, San Antonio. 210-789-4899.

Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for this Estate were granted and this is to notify all persons having claims against said Estate that they are required to present the same to the undersigned within the time prescribed by law. Any person indebted to said Estate is hereby notified to pay same to the undersigned.

JACKIE COLLINS, Independent Executrix of the Estate of Cyrus Burton

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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PLEASANTON, TEXAS, AMENDING ORDINANCE 14-1119 FOR LEVYING TAXES FOR THE USE AND SUPPORT OF THE MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT AND PROVIDING FOR THE INTEREST AND SINKING FUND FOR THE YEAR 2014-2015 AND APPORTIONING EACH LEVY FOR ITS SPECIFIC PURPOSE; PROVIDING FOR THE COLLECTION AND DEPOSIT OF TAXES; ESTABLISHING A DISCOUNT FOR EARLY PAYMENT AND ESTABLISHING A HOMESTEAD EXEMPTION FOR THOSE SIXTY-FIVE YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY. This ordinance is available for inspection at the City Hall during regular business hours.

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JOURDANTON: 1515 Simmons Ave. - Office building and workshop on 4 acres. $1,200,000.00. AM/L POTEET: W. Ditto Rd. - (35 acres) will split. Utilities available. Paved road. $9,000 per acre. MLS#1042582 AF/L PLEASANTON: 00 Second St./Hwy. 281/Crockett St. - 1+/- acre. Not zoned. $285,000.00 MLS#993943 AF/B PLEASANTON: 000 Crockett St. - Metal building being remodeled. $250,000.00 MLS#980798 AM/A JOURDANTON: 1213 Oak St/Hwy. 97. - 0.34 acre commercial property. REDUCED! $150,000.00 MLS#980784 AM/A

PLEASANTON: 1595 Bronder Rd. - Peaceful living at its finest. Beautiful well maintained 3/2 home with a fenced yard on 6+/- acres out in the country. Home includes a covered porch, swimming pool, 2 car carport & 2 horse pens. REDUCED! $299,900.00. MLS#1059794 KH/S PLEASANTON: 3154 Corgey Rd. - 3/2 home with three barns, water well, sitting on 9+/- acres. Being sold “AS IS”. $200,000.00. MLS#10537732 KH/G Contract PLEASANTON: 840 CR 431 - Serene 5/3 home on 10 acres. Owners minerals will convey with asking price. $147,000.00. DK JOURDANTON: 804 Cantrell Ave. - 3/2 wood NEW frame home sitting on 2 city lots. Has large front & back porch. Seller requires a caliber home loans qualification letter prior to negotiation for any non-cash buyers. $69,900.00. MLS#1112155 AF/GRC

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CHARLOTTE: Hwy. 97 - Building with covered patio or pavilion & other small buildings. Used to be a restaurant at one time. Great for entertaining or parties. $100,000.00. AF/BK POTEET: 431 Ave. F - 2 warehouses. Has loading door/ docks. Small apartment. A total of 6 city lots. REDUCED! $98,900.00. MLS#992764 NR/R POTEET: FM 476 & Rogers Rd. - 2+ acres. Utilities available. REDUCED! $64,900.00 AF/M PLEASANTON: 1468 CR 429 - Commercial lease- 1/3 to 1 acre available with 2/1.5 trailer that can be used as office, utilities already activated, fenced, and road frontage, minutes from Nabors, Pinnergy, Pumpco, etc. Ready for move in. $2,500/month. MLS#1098504 KH/M NEW

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Interested bidders are required to visit the project site to verify and inspect the existing conditions and to sign in at the office of the Owner prior to site visit and bidding. A pre-bid conference will be held May 26, 2015 at 10:00 AM at the office of the AuthorAll persons interested in ity. said estate are hereby cited to appear before A certified check paysaid Honorable Court at able to the Housing said above mentioned Authority of the City time and place by filing of Poteet, U.S. Gova written answer con- ernment bonds, or a testing such application satisfactory bid bond should they desire to do executed by the bidder and acceptable sureso. ties in an amount equal This citation by Publi- to five (5%) percent of cation is returnable to the bid shall be submitsaid Court on the first ted with each bid. The Monday, following 10 bidder shall submit with days after date of publi- their bid, Forms HUDcation, exclusive of the 5369, Representations, Certifications, and other date of publication Statements of Bidders Given under my hand form. Submit a miniand seal of said court, mum of two (2) copies of at my office in Atascosa all documents.

County, Jourdanton, Texas this 22ND day of Attention is called to provisions for project JANUARY, 2015. bonding requirements DIANE GONZALES, and equal employment opportunity and payCOUNTY CLERK ment of no less than ATASCOSA COUNTY, minimum salaries and BY: B. Rodriguez, wages set forth in the specifications must be Deputy paid on this project (28p) NOTICE TO PUBLIC:

This ordinance is available for inspection at the City Hall during regular business hours.

Andres Aguirre City Secretary (27-28cPO#83664A) HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF POTEET 120 AVENUE E POTEET, TEXAS INVITATION FOR BIDS

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Said Application will be heard and acted upon by said Court at 10:00 o’clock A.M. on the first Monday after the expiration of ten days from date of publication of this citation, at the County Courthouse in Jourdanton, Texas.

The Pleasanton City Council adopted Ordinance No. 15-1142 at the Regular Session of May 7, 2015. The capTHE STATE OF TEXAS: tion of the ordinance is COUNTY OF ATAS- shown below: COSA: ORDINANCE NO. 15-1142 TO: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF ADELINE AN ORDINANCE OF BROWN, DECEASED, THE CITY OF PLEASTEXAS No. 7570, County ANTON, Court At Law, Atascosa AMENDING THE 2025 County, Texas. ANNA MASTER PLAN FOR M. TORRES, Applicant THE CITY OF PLEASin the above numbered ANTON; PROVIDING ORDINANCE and entitled estate THIS CUMULATIVE; filed an APPLICA- BE FOR TION FOR LETTERS PROVIDING OF ADMINISTRATION SEVERABILITY; GOVIMMUAND APPLICATION ERNMENTAL INJUNCTIONS TO DETERMINE HEIR- NITY; PUBLICATION; SHIP, and declare who AND BECOMING are the Heirs and the AND EFFECTIVE UPON SECOND PUBLICATION.

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The Applicant is represented by ANNA M. TORRES, 85 NE LOOP 410, SUITE 116, SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS 78216

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The Pleasanton City Council adopted Ordinance No. 15-1144 at the Regular Session of May 7, 2015. The caption of the ordinance is shown below:

unknown Heirs of the said ADELINE BROWN, DECEASED, and their respective shares and interests in this estate.

HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF POTEET UNDER SLAB PLUMBING REPAIRS

The Housing Authority reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any informality in the bid. No bid shall be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days subsequent to the opening of bids without consent of the Housing Authority,

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALES Unit # D9 - 10X20, ORLANDO CHAPA, JR - DINING ROOM TABLE SET, REFRIGERATOR Unit # D1 - 5X10, WENDI FRAZIER - BABY SWING, BABY CHAIR, BABY CRIB, POTTY TRAINER Unit # B33 - 10X15, MICHAEL GARDNER - BED FRAME, VIZIO TV, MATTRESS, BBQ UTENCILS, ACCOUSTIC GUITAR Unit # C14 - 10X10, MICHAEL JACKSON - MISC. ITEMS Unit # D18 - 10X20, CATINA GUERRA - BED FRAME, MATTRESS Unit # D19 - 10X20, TIMOTHY SMITH - COUCHES, FURNITURE, DOUBLE DOOR REFRIGERATOR, FISHING POLES. FULL OF HOUSE FURNITURE & MISC. HOUSE ITEMS.

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by the Planning and Zoning Commission and Jourdanton City Council On Thursday, June 4, 2015, at 6:00 P.M., the Planning and Zoning Commission shall conduct a public hearing and on Monday, June 15, 2015, at 6:00 P.M., the Jourdanton City Council shall conduct a public hearing to receive testimony and comments from members of the public on the merits of the following matters: 1) An application for a special use permit for property located at 1107 Magnolia St., and is legally described as Block 257, Lots 5 and 7, Jourdanton, Atascosa County, Texas. The property is currently zoned SF-1, Low Density Single Family Residential.

The applicants, Ildefonso and Maria Franco, are seeking a special use permit to allow a manufactured home on the property.

The public hearings conducted by the Planning and Zoning Commission and Jourdanton City Council shall be at the Jourdanton Municipal Complex Council Chambers of the City Hall, 1604 Highway 97 E., Jourdanton, Texas.

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The Housing Authority of the City of Poteet will receive sealed bids for under slab plumbing repairs with work consisting of under slab plumbing repairs at three units owned and operated by the Housing Authority until JUNE 9, 2015 at 10:00 local time at the administrative office of the Authority.

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JOURDANTON: 4210 CR 303 - (3.78 acres) Horses welcome. REDUCED! $117,500.00. MLS#1050924 AM/G CHARLOTTE: CR 312 and CR 317 - 10 acre NEW tracts. Call for more information. Seller financing.

Starting at $59,900.00 Negotiable! AF/BK POTEET: 00 Clear Lake Loop - 5 acres - Great location to build your home, easy access to Hwy. 16. Somerset schools. $40,500.00. MLS#1088372 AM/L Contract JOURDANTON: 475 FM 3350 - 3.45 acres more or less in Atascosa County with an easement.

Electric close by. Water well needed. $39,000.00.

MLS#1108030 DK/M

POTEET: FM 476 & Howard Rd. - Liberty Estates. 1 acre tracts for sale. Front Tracts: TR # 1 & 2 $22,900.00 each.

Middle Tracts: TR # 5 & 6 $21,900.00 each. Back Tracts: TR # 7 & 8 $18,900.00 each.

ATASCOSA: For sale 10 & 11 acre tracts in Atascosa County. Owner will seller finance.

** FARMS & RANCHES **

KARNES CITY: 00 CR 143 - 348 acres. Great hunting ranch, offers 3 large tanks of water and a barn.

REDUCED! $1,444,200.00 MLS#976950 AM/U JOURDANTON: La Parita/FM 1332 - 10 to 171 acres for commercial or residential. Plenty of road frontage and 10% minerals of what owner owns shall convey. $4,250.00/acre AF/R POTEET: 14350 Schuettig - 100 acres. Scattered oaks with regrowth. 25% minerals, seller financing. $400,000.00 MLS#964423 AF/E PLEASANTON: 2906 Corgey Rd. - 3/2 older wood frame home. Property is 6.45 acres. There are other structures on the property that are mainly used for storage. $250,000.00 MLS#1094462 AF/G PLEASANTON: 00 CR 415 - 24.17 acres - Great place to get away & relax or hunting. $162,500.00 MLS#1053756 AM/R

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters of Administration for the Estate of RANDY DWAIN FUSELIER, JR, Deceased, were issued on May 12, 2015, in Cause No. 7518, pending in the County Court of Atascosa County, Texas, to: MARY ELIZABETH FUSELIER.

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The City of Charlotte received a Community Development Block Grant in 2013 under the Texas Community Development Block Grant Program from the All persons having Texas Department of claims against this Agriculture.

Estate which is currently being administered A public hearing has are required to present been called for 5:05 them to the undersigned p.m. on May 26, 2015 within the time and in at City Hall, 316 Jourthe manner prescribed danton Avenue, Charlotte, Texas to review the by law. program performance of c/o: MARY ELIZABETH the activities completed under this grant, which FUSELIER will include an explana542 Rolling Ridge New Braunfels, Texas tion of the actual use of the Texas Community 78130 Development Block DATED the 12 day of Grant Program funds.

May, 2015 For further information or assistance, contact Megan Harkins Attorney for MARY Gracie Garcia, City SecELIZABETH FUSELIER retary at 830/277-1414.

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CITATION BY PUBLICATION TRC 109 & 114 Cause No. 14-04-0245-CVA THE STATE OF TEXAS:

BLAS D. HERNANDEZ VS. RUDY R. GOMEZ, MONICA O. HERNANDEZ, ALFONSO ORTIZ GOMEZ, JR., AND AUSTIN RYAN THORNTON

after the expiration of 42 days after the date of issuance of this citation the same being Monday, JUNE 8, 2015 before the Honorable 81ST/218TH DISTRICT COURTS Court of Atascosa County, Texas, at the Courthouse in said County in Jourdanton, Texas. Said Plaintiff ’s Original Petition, Request for Declaratory Judgment, and Application for Temporary Restraining Order and Temporary Injunction was filed in said court on the 15TH day of April, 2014 in the above entitled cause.

IN THE 81ST/218TH DISTRICT COURTS OF ATASCOSA COUNTY, A brief statement of the TEXAS nature of this suit is as follows, to-wit: THIS SUIT IS THE STATE OF TEXAS TO QUIET TITLE AND REQUEST TO RECOVER TO: MONICA O. HER- PROPERTY CONSISTNANDEZ, Defendant- ING OF: GREETING PARCEL 1 NOTICE TO DEFEN- BEING ALL OF THAT DANT: “You have been CERTAIN 28.58 ACRES sued. You may employ an OF LAND, MORE OR attorney. If you or your LESS, OUT OF THE E.S. attorney do not file a writ- HARPER SUR. NO. 1202, ten answer with the clerk ABSIR. NO. 366, AND who issued this citation BEING A PART OF DIVIby 9:00 am on the Monday SION NO. 6 OF THE J.T. next following the expira- HORTON RANCH, IN tion of 42 days after the ATASCOSA COUNTY, date this citation was is- TEXAS, MORE PARTICsued, a default judgment ULARLY DESCRIBED BY may be taken against METES AND BOUNDS you.”

IN WARRANTY DEED DATED JUNE 20, 1988, You are hereby command- RECORDED IN VOL. 798, ed to appear by filing a writ- P. 843, DEED RECORDS, ten answer to the Plaintiff ’s ATASCOSA COUNTY, Original Petition, Request TEXAS, EXECUTED BY for Declaratory Judgment, STANLEY KUBISH, INand Application for Tem- DEPENDENT EXECUporary Restraining Order TOR OF THE ESTATE and Temporary Injunction OF ODY GASCH, DEat or before 9:00 o’clock CEASED TO RUDY R. A.M. on the Monday next GOMES, ET AL.

PARCEL 2 BEING ALL OF LOTS NUMBER FORTY-ONE (41) AND FORTY-TWO (42) OF THE BLUEBONNET ADDITION OF THE CITY OF POTEET, ATASCOSA COUNTY, TEXAS AS PER MAP OR PLAT OF SAID ADDITION APPEARING OF RECORD ON SHEET 45-B (NPC), PLAT RECORDS, ATASCOSA COUNTY, TEXAS, AND BEING THE SAME PROPERTY MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED IN WARRANTY DEED DATED JANUARY 13, 1965, EXECUTED BY ARA J. ULBRICH, A FEME SOLE, TO ALFONSO GOMEZ, JR., ET UX, OF RECORD IN VOL. 303, P. 428, DEED RECORDS, ATASCOSA COUNTY, TEXAS., WHICH WILL HEREINAFTER BE REFERRED TO AS THE ‘SUBJECT PROPERTY’ AND SUCH OTHER RELIEF TO WHICH THE PLAINTIFFS MAY SHOW THEMSELVES JUSTLY ENTITLED as is more fully shown by Plaintiff ’s Original Petition, Request for Declaratory Judgment, and Application for Temporary Restraining Order and Temporary Injunction on file in this suit.

Issued and given under my hand and seal of said Court at Jourdanton, Texas this 21st day of April, 2015.

Clerk of the Court: MARGARET E. LITTLETON, DISTRICT CLERK Atascosa County, Texas

By: JACQUIE LAND, DEPUTY

ROW- situated in the County of Atascosa and the State of Texas, to-wit: Attorney for Plaintiff or Plaintiff: SUIT NO. RICHARD RUSSELL STYLE OF SUIT AND CROW PROPERTY DESCRIP11610 VANCE JACKSON TION #518 SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS 385526 78230 Yolanda Cortez-Pippin vs (26-29p) Rose Paredez, D/B/A Paredez Enterprises NOTICE OF SALE 275 Nottingham Drive, STATE OF TEXAS Poteet, Atascosa County, Texas, more particularly ATASCOSA COUNTY described as: Lot 51 of Sherwood Forest, Block

BY VIRTUE OF ORDER 1, a Subdivision shown by OF SALE map or plat duly recorded in Volume No. NPC, Page CAUSE # 385526 No. 140, Plat Records in the County Clerk’s Office and issued pursuant to of Atascosa County, Texas, judgment decrees in the Subject to all easements, County Court at Law Of right-of-ways, mineral Bexar County Texas, by reservations and restricthe Clerk of said Court on tive covenants affecting the said date; in the hereinafter property described. numbered and styled suits and to me directed and 386 Oak Krest Blvd., Podelivered as Sheriff of said teet, Atascosa County, County, I have on May 5, Texas, more particularly 2015 seized, levied upon, described as Lot 45, Oak and will, on the first Tues- Krest Akres Subdivision, day in June, 2015, the same Atascosa County, Texas. being the 2nd day of said According to plat thereof, month, at the West Door recorded on Sheet 57B of the Courthouse of said (NPC), Map and Plat ReCounty, in the City of Jour- cords of Atascosa County, danton, Texas, between the Texas. hours of 10:00 o’clock a.m. and 4:00 o’clock p.m. on The volume and page refersaid day, beginning at 10:00 ences, unless otherwise ina.m., proceed to sell for dicated, being to the Deed cash to the highest bidder Records, Atascosa County, all the right, title, and in- Texas, to which instruterest of the defendants in ments reference may be such suits in and to the fol- made for a more complete lowing described property description of each respeclevied upon as the prop- tive tract. erty of said defendants, the same lying and being The successful bidder shall

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Dated at Jourdanton,Texas, May 5, 2015 David Soward Sheriff, Atascosa County, Texas By: Deputy Greg Pierce (27-29p)

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ORTS DR. $152,500 - Pleasanton - Amazing 1,814 sq. ft. home on corner lot in a quiet neighborhood. This 3/2, 2 car carport has all the room you are looking for to raise your family. You won’t need to rent a storage for your items, SOLD closets have shelving installed in them, large storage closet in the hall & 2 exterior storage buildings. Children are within walking distance to school. MLS#1104576 OFD

CONTINENTAL $475,000 - Pleasanton - Enjoy the resort feel of this luxurious 4/3.5/2 Mediterranean home on a 1/2 acre lot. The open floor plan includes a large island kitchen, game room with wet bar & vaulted stained wood ceiling, large master suite , & private office with custom wood details. Exterior features include in-ground pool with hot tub & waterfall, mature tropical landscaping, large BOOTLEG RD. $149,900 - Pleasanton - Country living covered patio, pool house with living quarters, storage, at its finest. 1620 sq. ft. mobile home on 12 acres is ready home has a 2-car garage/shop, covered seating areas & a built-in grill area.

1244CF for you & your family. This 3/2 with open floor plan CONTRACT & split master. MLS#1107428 MB GOODWIN $375,000 - Pleasanton - All brick duplexes with covered concrete parking & great visibility. Property consists BETTE DR. $149,500 - Pleasanton - 4 bedroom, 2 bath in of 4 rental units that are 100% occupied. Each unit consists of a good neighborhood. Has two living areas & the master 2 bedrooms, 1 bath and are in excellent condition. 1324GC bedroom & bath are separated from the other bedrooms.

2-car carport with a tree covered back yard. This one HICKORY BEND $290,000 - Pleasanton - Beautifully land- could fit your growing family, come & see it today. 405BB scaped 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with 17 oaks on the property. Open floor plan with an office for all your work needs. GEORGIA ANN DR. REDUCED! $144,900 - Pleasanton Laminate flooring in the bedrooms & extra storage in the utility - Delightful 3/2/1 brick home with 1560 sq. ft. on a corner CONTRACT room & garage. Custom rock garden, dog pen, pergola, & lot with a large fenced back yard. Excellent location near firepit. Sprinkler system & MosquiteNix system on a corner schools & shopping, but nestled in an enjoyable neighborlot. Outdoor palapa with TV, refrigerator & gas grill. 1619HBS hood. Move in ready with recent rehab appliances to convey.

PARSONS RD. REDUCED! $269,500 - Pleasanton - Country living at its best in this large 3 (podssibly 4) bedroom, 2 bath home. 2,200 sq. ft. Owner has just installed new granite counter tops & all new appliances. Amenities include 2 living areas, 2 dining areas, extra large utility room, covered back patio, green house, & 2 storage units to name a few. This home sits on approx. 4.99 acres surrounded by large oaks. Property is totally fenced. MLS#1097036 PRC

VAL VERDE DR. $139,900 - Pleasanton - Wonderful 3/2 approx. 1682 sq. ft. home located near schools & shopping. This home has a bonus room for play area, office, or den. Outside storage/workshop has electricity to it. Pecan trees in the back yard. Corner lot. MLS#1111417 RVV WASHINGTON $130,000 - Tilden - Wonderful 2 bedroom, 2 bath, approx. 1176 sq. ft. home is ready for your family & animals to enjoy each other. Home has metal roof, living/dining combination, office area, & covered patio for your family to enjoy. Property has stalls/pens for smaller animals or horses, tack room, hay storage & pipe fencing. Electric to 2 stalls. This is a must see property. Lot on south side towards Hwy. 72 does not convey.

BONITA CREEK DR. $269,500 - Pleasanton - WOW! This is the most beautifull, stunning & well maintained home (inside/ out) that you will find in the sought after Bonita Vista subdivision. 4/2 with high ceilings, on 0.35 acre lot with full sprinkler & landscape, built in 2013. Tile floors, massive open floor plan, split master with large walk around shower in master bath, granite counters & oversized 2-car garage. Come enjoy N. CHAPMAN ST. $122,500 - Pleasanton - Charming the privacy, relax & enjoy the sunset from your huge covered 3/1, approximately 1,383 sq. ft. home has a remarkable back porch. Call now, it won’t last long! MLS#1108409 BCW amount of amenities. This home entails porcelain tile & wood flooring. Oversized utility room inside of home.

YORKTOWN $235,000 - Pleasanton - Very nice 3 bed- Landscaped lawn with mature shade trees. Entertainroom, 2 bath in a very desirable & quiet neighborhood. ing back yard with 10x14 screened in porch, built in Has a nice, well kept front & back yard with huge oak tree BBQ pit & 27x29 garage. Garage will hold at least 2 covering the house. Open floor plan with a split bedroom cars & has a small area in back enclosed for craft room, that parents love. Make an appointment to see this one office or any purpose you choose. MLS#1106871 CW today & you could be viewing your new home. 218CY BLUEFIELD $99,500 - Pleasanton - 3 bedroom, 2 CR 323 $215,000 - Jourdanton - Bring your family & enjoy bath with detached garage & 2 decks. Lot is covered this serene 3/2 home that includes 2 very large living areas with mature trees to include hardwoods & citrus. Most with a beautiful wood burning fireplace in one. Home sits on furniture & appliances convey with home. 1090951BK 20 fully fenced acres with small pond. Enjoy the open view of SOLD the wildlife that come and feed on the property. Just a couple FRANKLIN BLVD. $49,900 - Pleasanton - This 2/1 of the property’s amenities are fenced in yard for your pets frame home has mature trees. Neighborhood is situ& 3 storage buildings. MLS#1062161 285CRM ated close to schools & downtown. Perfect walking distance to city park. Ideal property! MLS#1111412 GF MEADOWLARK REDUCED! $212,500 - Pleasanton Updated 2,120 sq. ft. 3/2.5/2 home with an open floor plan, Lots/Subdivisions...

Lots/Subdivisions which is great for entertaining with clear site lines from the living/kitchen/dining areas.CONTRACT The home also has a roomy master SOUTHRIDGE $298,600 - Jourdanton - 14.93+/- acre property suite & a home office. Outside is a large privacy fenced yard poised for residential development. Property is adjacent to an with playscape, patio, & a gravel play area for kids. 1332MF existing development and Jourdanton city utilities are available.

YORKTOWN $205,000 - Pleasanton - Beautiful 3 HAYDEN REDUCED! $42,500 - Pleasanton - 0.81 acre lot bedroom, 2 bath home located in a well established in a well established subdivision. All city utilities available. neighborhood. The home is located in Williamsburg Ready for you to build your new home. MLS#1002975 0HG Estates Subdivision in the cul-de-sac. MLS#1113127 YS AVENUE L & 9TH REDUCED! $22,000 - Poteet CIMARRON $198,000 - Poteet - Beautiful 3/2 on almost 2 acres Wonderful 0.32 of an acre within the city of Poteet.

935ALY in popular Twin Oaks subdivision. Walk-in closet in master All utilities available. MLS#1055582 SOLD Open floor plan from bath that has tub & showe separate. kitchen to living area. Split bedroom floor plan with plenty of MEADOWLARK $REDUCED! 20,000 - Pleasanton room in the back yard for animals or kids. MLS#1098851 CB75 - 0.709 acre lot in established El Chaparral Subdivision. This lot is 188 feet wide by 164 feet deep and MA MEADOWLARK $195,000 - Pleasanton - Amazing 3/2/3 nes- ready for you to build your dream home. tled in wonderful mature trees. Home has large master with Acreage walk-in closet. Nice size bedrooms for the rest of the family to Acreage... enjoy. On a cold day sit in the living room & watch TV in front of the fireplace. On the warm days, step out back & watch the AMPHION RD. $1,012,444 - Poteet - Beautifully mainkids play in this wonderful shaded back yard & play in the play tained 202.491 acre property near Poteet. 100% of house. Dad can use the detached garage as his man cave minerals and 50% of royalties will convey. Majority of fields with scattered live area. This home has a place for every member of the family. the property is rolling coastal CONTRACT oak mots, while the balance of the property is wooded Atascosa River bottom. There is a great set of pipe cattle pens along with domestic water well for livestock.

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PRICE RD. $115,000 - Poteet - Place your home on the hill of this beautiful 17.49 acres. Property is located on SOLD the corner of Ditto Rd. & Price Rd. Property could be used as a mobile home park or RV park. MLS#1091428 PRR Commercial...

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Power is on site & McCoy Water line is across the road.

CORGEY RD. $185,000 - Pleasanton - 10 acres, industrial/ commercial, located in developed industrial park with 3-ohase power & excellent location just a couple miles off of Interstate 37.

CR 431 (By-Pass Rd.) & CR 429 - Pleasanton - 5 individual tracts for sale. Acreage sizes range from 3.2 acres to 16.3 acres. Tracts are located along the recently constructed County By-Pass Rd. allowing for good exposure and great access. Numerous other service and supply companies are in the area. Priced from $18,500-$25,000 per acre. 00CR431B

PULLIN RD. $161,000 - Pleasanton - Great 12.39 acres commercial property located in a great location.

HUMBLE CAMP RD. $3,350,000 - Pleasanton - Thriving & well maintained RV park with 98 rental sites. The park has on-site management, laundromat, bath house, propane & part sales. Utilities were constructed to allow for conversion to a trailer park. Sales price represents a 16% capitalization rate based on a solid set of financials. 740HM

CORGEY RD. $100,000 - Pleasanton - 5 acres, industrial/ commercial, located in developed industrial park with 3-ohase power & excellent location just a couple miles off of Interstate 37.

HWY. 97 $1,750,000 - Jourdanton - 14 +/- acres located righ in the center of Jourdanton’s growth. Hospital and new City offices are just a few businesses that surround this property. Seller will look at subdividing property. City water available on this property at this time. MLS#1015830. OCH97 OIL RD. $1,095,000 - Pleasanton - For slae or lease.

3.06 acre industrial yard near Pleasanton with 7,800 sq. ft. building, of which 2,000 sq. ft. is office space & 5,600 sq. ft. is warehouse. There is a reception area, 6 private offices, conference area, & a break room. The warehouse has 24’ high eaves with 4 pulll-thru bays. Additional bays or a wash bay can be added to the building.

CR 422 REDUCED! $140,000 - Pleasanton - 5.59 acre commercial tract near the Pleasanton Industrial Park with paved frontage and city utilities available. Owner will consider financing or leasing all/part of the property. MLS#927169 CR422C

SANCHEZ REDUCED! $70,000 - Pleasanton - 3,000 sq. ft. building with many possibilities.

SOLD Needs work but has potential. Close to 281 where traffic volume is high. 527BS HWY. 97 $49,900 - Jourdanton - Wonderful property, zoned light commercial. Buyer needs to verify with city on utilities. Hwy. frontage. MLS#936715. 00HC EUROSTAR DR. $10,000/month - Pleasanton - Commercial Lease. Warehouse & offices with 6,000 sq. ft. Property is 2+/- acres that is high fenced & base pad on the entire property. Alarm system. Office space in front warehouse with 2 large offices, bathroom & break room. MLS#1107429 FSE

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IH 37 & HARDY RD REDUCED! $600,000 - Southern Bexar County - 7.75 acre “Hard Corner” of Interstate 37 & Hardy Rd. Property has over 1,000 ft. of highly visible frontage along the interstate along with a water well that is already in place. HB

BENSDALE - Pleasanton - $1,800 rent, ($1,800 deposit can be made in 2 payments). Will go fast! This beautiful 2/2 home, wood floors, huge rooms, pets welcome & lots of great views sits on 35 acres with private drive & access gate. Available for move in 6/1.

N US HWY 281 - Pleasanton - 51.01 acres with 903’ of frontage along US Hwy. 281. There is a 22 space operational RV park with sub-metered power & McCoy water. 18 acres of the property is set up for commercial use, while the remaining 33 acres are under ag exemption & includes a pond & a mixture of brush & open areas. MLS#1098644

FM 1784 - Pleasanton - $1,500 rent, ($1,500 deposit can be made in 2 payments). 3/2 home, new wood flooring throughout, central air/heat, huge yard, barnwood bar with wood burning stove, 1 car garage, full size washer/dryer connections & lots more. Located right out of town near 37/97.

US HWY 281 & FM 3006 $359,000 - Pleasanton - Highly visible 14 acres with 2,350+/- feet of road frontage.

The property is located on a hard corner & is fronted on three sides by US Hwy. 281, FM 3006, & Esparza Rd. This crossroad serves as a commuter route to & from San Antonio. MLS#1058812 14C

CEDALIA - Jourdanton - $1,500 rent, ($1,500 deposit can be made in 2 payments). 3/2 home with separate guest house in back, fenced yard, pet friendly. Available by 6/5.

SECOND ST. (US HWY 281) $325,000 - Pleasanton - 4.43+/acre property located on US Hwy. 281 frontage. Currently used as a residence, this commercial parcel has all city utilities available with 285’ of frontage & is approx. 700 ft. of depth. 2128SM

CHAPARRAL - Pleasanton - $1,450 rent, ($1,450 deposit can be made in 2 payments). 3/2 home in great neighborhood, mature trees, large living room, hardwood flooring, laundry room off kitchen, 2-car garage, big bedrooms with lots of windows, huge walk in closet in master bedroom, fenced back yard, great for pets.

CR 422 $300,000 - Pleasanton - 20 acre property located on paved county road south of Pleasanton. McCoy Water line is across the road & power is on site. Great industrial yard location.

HWY. 97 $299,900 - Jourdanton - Great opportunity to own 0.52 acre property with a 3,990 sq. ft. building. Located on highly desirable Hwy. 97 frontage near Jourdanton & Pleasanton. Currently the property is a fully operational bar. 1801H97W HWY. 97 $270,000 - Jourdanton - 0.947 acres (former roadside park) with over 250 feet of Hwy. 97 frontage.

Atascosa County is currently in the process of constructing a by-pass road that begins within a block of the property.

Jourdanton city utilities are near the site & several new construction projects are underway in the area. 00H97MT SECOND ST (US HWY. 281) $250,000 - Pleasanton - 100% occupied retail center located at the inters e c t i o n o f U S H w y. 2 8 1 & H w y. 9 7 . P r o p e r t y has 4 tenants & road frontage on 3 sides.

1008SC MAIN ST. REDUCED! $225,000 - Pleasanton - 3,584 sq. ft. downtown office building. Currently configured into 2 reception areas, 7 offices, & a conference room. This building is perfect for a company looking to grow. There are 20+ parking spaces behind the building and with the growth of local shopping there is also an opportunity for a store converstion. Can be leased for $3,000 per month. 211MH

CHAPARRAL - Pleasanton - $1,500 rent, ($1,500 deposit can be made in 2 payments). 3/2 home, large open floor plan.

CHAPARRAL - Pleasanton - $1,400 rent, ($1,400 deposit can be made in 2 payments). 3/2 home, fireplace, ceramic tile, fenced yard, pet friendly, 2-car garage with carport, full size washer/dryer connections.

PALM - Jourdanton - $1,300 rent, ($1,300 deposit can be made in 2 payments). 2/2 home, big bedroom, large kitchen area, mature trees, fenced back yard with dog run, carport area, storage sheds, one car garage, full size washer/ dryer connections. Call for more details. Available 4/24.

MAPLE/CEDAR - Jourdanton - $1,200 rent, ($1,200 deposit can be made in 2 payments). 3/2 duplex unit with high ceilings, full kitchen, wood floors in main area, washer/dryer connections. Private back yard, perfect for pets! & 2-car garage.

WINSHIP - Pleasanton - $1,100 rent, ($1,100 deposit can be made in 2 payments). 3/2 duplex, open floor plan, pet friendly, covered parking. Will go fast. Call for more details..

AUSTIN - Pleasanton - $725 rent, ($725 deposit can be made in 2 payments). 2/1 home with fenced back yard, carport, great floor plan. No pets. Will go fast. Ready for move in.

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Robby McBee with a 4th place medium weight Santa Gertrudis.

Pictured with Robby is Wade McBee (left), uncle and Jody McBee, father.

will be held at the Pleasanton Civic Center on Saturday, May 23, from 11:a.m. to 5:p.m. Space is limited and registration is required. Check it out and let me hear from you.

We have a few things I’d love to take up there. Don and I picked up some lovely things when we lived in England. My problem is that I can’t always go where I want because of my health. Hope to see you there.

Don’t forget our Verdi Community Association meeting. As usual, it will be held at the Verdi Center on FM-1784 on Thursday evening, May 28, at 7:30 p.m. Did we ever get anything going about a walking path on the grounds??

Be sure and let us hear your news!! See you soon.

Madison Lutz took 29th place with her Turkey Hen at the Houston Stock Show and Rodeo.

Laura Klumb placed 16th in Heavy Finewool Cross Lamb in Houston.

KINSEL FORD Come See

ROBERT ALLEN

Come See

DAVID JOHNSON

Come See

CRAIG DOWDY

Haley Wilkins placed 9th with her Light Southdown Lamb.

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Celeste Gonzales took 5th Light Finewool Lamb in Houston.

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2014 FORD FUSION SE (White) ........................ $17,995 •2012 FORD FUSION (SEL,BLUE)....................... $17,995 2014 FORD FOCUS (SE, Silver)........................... $13,995 2007 HONDA CIVIC (Black) ................................. $8,495 2007 MERCURY GRAN MARQ (Beige, LS) ........... $7,995 Trucks 2015 FORD F250 CREW CAB (XLT, Silver, Diesel, Auto, 4x4).....$42,995 2014 FORD F250 CREW CAB (XLT, White, FX4, 6.7 Diesel).....$41,995 •2014 FORD F150 CREW CAB (Blue)............................$41,995 •2012 FORD F150 CREW CAB (White) ..........................$36,995 2013 FORD F150 CREW CAB (Platinum, 4x2, NAV, Silver) .. $33,995 2013 FORD F150 SUPER CAB (XL, White) ......... $22,995 2011 TOYOTA TACOMA CREW CAB (Black).... $21,995 2010 FORD F150 CREW CAB (XLT, Red, Tonneau Cover) .. $20,995 2014 FORD F150 REGULAR CAB (Black) ........ $20,995 2005 FORD F150 REGULAR CAB (XL, Red) ....... $7,995 2000 FORD RANGER REGULAR CAB (XLT, White, 5-Speed) ...$4,995

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