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Congrats Grads Sarah Elmer Valedictorian Pleasanton High School SUE BROWN EDITOR

Over the next two weeks, seniors from all over the area will graduate from high school and end one chapter in their life. These graduates will start another chapter by beginning college, trade school, joining the military or entering the work force. Poteet starts the graduation

Area seniors cross the stage over next two weeks

Kathryn Klumb Valedictorian Jourdanton High School

Stacie Simmons Valedictorian Poteet High School

Adan Tijerina Valedictorian Charlotte High School

season with their ceremony this Friday, May 29. Jourdanton and McMullen County’s ceremonies will be on Saturday, May 30. Pleasanton and Charlotte will hand out diplomas next Friday, June 5. Included in this week’s issue is a special Senior Section filled with photos from Pleasanton, Jourdanton, Poteet, Charlotte and McMullen County high schools plus congratulatory

advertisements. Class photos, honor graduates and more greeting ads are also featured in this issue in the Living section. Much luck to all the seniors in all they have planned.

tatorian photos are on page 2A and the Valedictorians’ and Salutatorians’ biographies follow:

HONOR GRADUATES

Pleasanton High School Valedictorian Sarah Elmer

Each school has named their Honor Graduates - either Top Ten, Top Ten Percent or the Principal’s Honor Graduates. Salu-

Pleasanton High School’s 2015 Valedictorian, Sarah Emily Elmer, is the daughter of Edward and Laura Elmer.

Amber Acker Valedictorian McMullen County High School Sarah Elmer is a proud member of the Fightin’ Texas Aggie Class of 2019! Sarah is an exceptional young woman who balances extracurricular activities with school work and her dedication to community service. Sarah was awarded the President’s Volunteer Gold Service Award for over 250 hours of community service. She served as Editor of the SENIORS, 2A

REMEMBERING THE FALLEN ON MEMORIAL DAY

Friday accident claims life of retired priest LISA LUNA STAFF WRITER

The Corpus Christi community is mourning the loss of Monsignor Morgan Rowsome, a retired priest of the Corpus Christi Diocese. The 72-year-old was a former pastor of St. Peter Prince of the Apostles Catholic Church in Corpus Christi. According to Trooper Anthony Flores, spokesperson with Texas DPS, Rowsome passed away in a one vehicle accident on Friday, May 22. The accident occurred at 11:35 a.m., about two miles southeast of Campbellton, north of mile marker 88. Rowsome was traveling northbound on IH-37 in a 2013 Nissan Ultima. He fell asleep and veered off the shoulder and struck a guardrail. Rowsome was airlifted to University Medical Center and pronounced dead by hospital staff. According to his obituary, Rowsome was born in Ireland on May 5, 1943. He served with

the Diocese of Corpus Christi for over 44 years. He had retired recently to San Antonio. Michael Mulvey, Bishop of Corpus Christi released a statement, “Monsignor Rowsome was a joyful, caring servant of the Lord and within the fraternity of priests he was a welcomed brother. Monsignor had a great impact on many lives during his years of priestly ministry in both the Dioceses of Corpus Christi and Laredo and was an inspiration to many vocations to the priesthood. “Personally I considered Monsignor Morgan a special friend and will miss his quick humor and joyful laugh. Above all, we will miss his prayerful spirit. I ask Monsignor Rowsome to now pray before the Lord for me, the Diocese of Corpus Christi and all of those he touched in his life of priestly service.” Visitation was held at St. Mark the Evangelist Church in San Antonio on May 26. His body will be returned to Ireland, to

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be buried next to his parents. A Memorial Mass was also celebrated in Corpus Christi.

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Atascosa County veteran David Guerrero, lays flowers at the memorial at Jourdanton City Park. The Memorial Day event was held Saturday, May 23, to respect and honor all those who gave their all for our country. Guerrero served during the Vietnam War in Thailand, as part of a direct support unit. He is a member of the Poteet VFW, Post #6970. See related story on Page 1B.

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One suspect is dead and a Charlotte homeowner is in a San Antonio hospital with multiple gun shot wounds. Apparently five armed men went to a residence in Charlotte to settle an ongoing dispute. An

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alleged shootout between the homeowner and some of the men occurred. The dead suspect is from Pleasanton. Identity release is pending on positive identification by the Bexar County Medical Examiner. Four suspects have been

arrested and chaged with Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon and are currently in the Atascosa County jail. Atascosa County Sheriff’s Office Special Operations Unit is still investigating with Sergeant Investigator Joseph Manguso as lead investigator.

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2015 SALUTATORIANS

Wednesday, May 27, 2015

$5,000 CASH REWARD Trailer full of tools taken

Jace Llamas Salutatorian Pleasanton High School

Rebekah Wagner Salutatorian Poteet High School

Kaitlin Hindes Salutatorian Jourdanton High School

Zachary Campos Salutatorian Charlotte High School

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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Martin Donald Soward Jr. Salutatorian McMullen County High School

PHS Newspaper “The Quill,” President of National Honor Society, Vice-President of Business Professionals of America, and the junior and senior class secretary. Sarah was a captain of the varsity soccer team and the cocaptain of the varsity cheerleading squad. She has represented Pleasanton High School as a Girls State Delegate, a Hugh O’Brian Youth Leadership Seminar (HOBY) Ambassador, a Rotary Youth Leadership Assembly (RYLA) Team Leader, a member of the BPA Global Marketing Team that competed at the National Leadership Conference, a State Finalist in UIL News Writing for two years, a delegate to the 10th and 11th Annual Student Legislative Sessions, and an Area All Star Cast-Honorable Mention recipient for her role in 12 Angry Jurors. Sarah has had a wonderful opportunity to work at the “Pleasanton Express” these past two years as a sports intern and was honored with the responsibility of writing her own column this year. A highlight of her senior year was volunteering as a camp counselor for medically fragile children through an organization known as Camp CAMP. She plans to return again this sum-

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Strawberry Capital of Texas official, Poteet Council hears rate increase from Centerpoint Energy The Poteet City Council held their first regular meeting of the month on May 4. In attendance were Vanessa Saylor, Sonny Estrada, Greg Groesbeck, Valerie Reyes and Mayor Larry Cantu. Denise Sanchez was not present. Minutes of the meetings of April 6 and April 20 were approved unanimously. Old business was the approval of sending the minutes of the April 21 Public Information Meeting to the USDA as part of the grant process. The minutes will show that the Council is serious about moving forward with the project to replace 18 miles of water mains within the city limits. Along those same lines, the mayor was authorized to sign the Predevelopment Planning grant application. The grant should come in with 75% USDA funding

very now and then a feller has a weekend that is hard to forget. I had one years ago on a beautiful ranch in southern California. It was one of those trail rides you read about in Western Horseman magazine. There were On the Edge about 200 head of of Common assorted Sense real estate agents, bankers, insurance men, judges, lawyers, doctors and a hand full of “token cowboys” to catch runaway horses, sing ol’ campfire ditties and add “color” to the project. It’s kind of a boys camp for big boys. Now I’m here to tell ya these fellers do it up right! It’s catered by a famous cook. None of this ol’ salt pork and beans, no sir! Chalupas and tacos

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and the remainder from the city, approximately $10,000. Going forward with this application will allow the engineer to look at the project and begin development of a plan. A representative from Centerpoint Energy addressed the council regarding the rate adjustment for the company. This is the fourth year in a five year plan, with rate adjustments every year which has to be filed with the Railroad Commission for final approval. This increase will be $2.30 on residential customers and $4.73 on small commercial businesses. Centerpoint is trying to be pro-active by replacing 70 to 80 year old steel pipe to prevent leaks and damage to the area. He said the pipe in Poteet is in pretty good shape, with mainly two inch lines. Council agreed unanimously to approve the rate adjustment. City Administrator Scott Moore asked the council

if they would allow him to purchase 9-1-1 house numbers for all in the city. Many homes do not have any numbers on them, some have the incorrect numbers. He wants a standard numbering system sothat emergency services will be able to find the location quickly. Council voted unanimously for the measure. On April 20, 2015, Representative Ryan Guillen got approval of the legislature to officially name Poteet the “Strawberry Capital of Texas.” Moore said he will do research into the copyright/trademarking of the slogan so that they can use it in branding the city and in getting royalties from others who use the term in their advertising. Money is often donated to the city from service organizations who hold community events, such as the softball tournament. Without a policy

checking account fund is $429,880.70 and other accounts for a total of $938,092.95. Groesbeck reminded everyone to vote next Saturday and to vote for the one who’ll do the best job. Saylor thanked the audience for allowing her to serve on the council. Meeting adjourned at 6:31 p.m.

or direction, the money goes into the general fund. Moore would like to get guidelines for this sort of thing and bring it back to the council for later approval. He was given permission to pursue this. Frank Leal reported for the Police Department saying there were nine arrests during the month of April; 102 new case numbers were issued and the officers answered 176 calls for service. He added that the Strawberry Festival weekend went great. They had extra officers on duty and there was only one incident of a vehicle being broken into. Municipal court collected $5,632.50 during the month in fines and fees. Moore reported that they will be flushing the hydrants, some of which haven’t been turned on in seven or eight years. He also gave the financial report, which includes $238,000 in the library fund, operating

Hurricane Charlotte made from homemade tortillas, crab legs, barbecue, steaks, lobster meat and chicken wings! Mariachi and bluegrass music filled the air every time the ride stopped for refreshments. I planned on sleepin’ in the big tent but I heard some of the celebrants around the campfire makin’ plans to set the tent afire. I drug my bedroll out into the grass. I woke at 5 to the sound of “Under the Double Eagle” played by a marching band complete with a bass drum marching through the camp. At noon they entered me in a horse race. They said I won. I was just about to fall asleep on my feet when they brought out the mud wrestlers! Harley said we better stay. Now I had never heard of this mud wrestlin’ but it’s where two opponents get out in this mud arena and rassle. In this case it was two ladies who appeared to me to be ‘professionals’. There was some debate over who won but then the

mud rasslin’ ring master announced that he’s got a mud rassler who’ll rassle anybody in the crowd. To make it interesting they auctioned off the right to choose the opponent. An ex-friend of mine bought the rights and selected me to represent the “boys club.” Two big ol’ boys caught me halfway to the car and helped me change into the mud rasslin’ costume furnished by the management. It was a little muddy bathin’ suit. They drug me back into the arena by my hind legs. It was like those ol’ movies where they’re havin’ a boxing match or a dog fight. All these fellers hoverin’ around in a circle wavin’ cigars and five dollar bills. I wuz just gettin’ set to make my move and faint when this lady walks up and puts her chin on the top of my head! I looked her right in the neck and said, “Ma’am, what’s your name?” She said, “Hurricane Charlotte.” I didn’t ask any more questions. The next 15 minutes was like bein’

in a clothes dryer with an anvil and 50 pounds of horse shoes! Every time I’d look up another part of her was descending on me! I remember them dragging me to the shower afterwards. They said I did good....I only got pinned five times! 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.

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Wednesday, May 27, 2015

‘Oh the places you’ll go...’

ith the words of Dr. Seuss ever present, graduating seniors really will be going places. They may be going up the road to various colleges or overseas if they are joining the military. Some may be staying at The Way I home while See It they go to a nearby institution or being employed full time for the first time in their life. In any event, life will never be the same. Your

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hometown friendships will remain, but they will be different. Priorities and goals will change, too. I remember that my only worries were what I would be doing over the weekend when I was in high school. College brought on an elevated set of concerns. There were no teachers reminding us about an assignment. There were no tardy bells. It was all on you. The military bound will have a different set of changes. Life at home may have been a bit lax. The drill sergeant will certainly expect more and most likely will demand it. Those entering a job full-time will realize that

working an eight hour workday is totally different than attending school for the same amount of time. All of these changes are preparing these graduates for life’s changes. To each of you - high school or college graduates - may you experience the best and succeed. The way I see it, I totally agree with how Dr. Seuss ends the book. “And will you succeed? Yes! You will, indeed! (98 and 3/4 percent guaranteed.)” 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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‘Climate Anger:’ Last Refuge of the Alarmists ROBERT BRADLEY JR.

For purveyors of climate alarm, emotional displays of intolerance are increasingly crowding out reasoned argument. But remember the adage: “Hate hurts the hater more than the hated.” Consider President Obama. At the White House Correspondents Dinner last month, the president used the lighthearted occasion to shout at those who doubt his climate-change narrative. “It is crazy! What about our kids? What kind of stupid, short-sided irresponsible bull…” said the president before a come-

dian jokingly cut him off. Science magazine scribe The current elephantRichard Kerr. “Researchin-the-room for climate ers … agree that no sort alarmists is the “pause” of natural variability or “hiatus” in global can hold off greenhouse warming. warming much longer.” Green activists have That was six years ago. preached that the Earth’s The “pause” is now temperature would rise the ever greater “pause.” steadily into a global And even if global temcrisis. For the 1990s, perature sets new retheir model predictions cord highs, it will be by appeared plausible. But hundredths of a degree, global temperatures have well below the modelslowed considerably since predicted increase. “95% 1998, despite steadily ris- of Climate Models Agree: ing levels of carbon-dioxThe Observations Must be ide emissions (the alleged Wrong,” one climatologist cause of warming). humorously wrote. This was not supposed On the political side, to happen. “Pauses as Senators Edward Marlong as 15 years are rare in the simulations,” wrote CLIMATE, PAGE 6A

Abbott, Patrick, Straus announce tax relief compromise

ov. Greg Abbott, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and House Speaker Joe Straus on May 21 jointly announced a $3.8 billion tax relief package for Texas businesses and homeowners. According to the announcement, the agreement reached by Patrick and Straus on a tax proposal, along with additional legislation, includes: 1. A 25 percent permanent reduction in the business margins tax; 2. A $10,000 increase in the homestead exemption, beginning in 2015, subject to passage of a constitutional amendment adopted in the November election; and 3. SB 1760, legislation requiring a 60 percent vote of the governing body of any taxing unit wishing to adopt an increase in property taxes that exceeds the effective tax rate. “Texas leaders have come together to advance conservative principles

that will improve the lives of Texans and continue to make Texas the model for doing business,” Abbott said. “Every dollar businesses and homeowners pay in taxes is a dollar that could be invested in new jobs, higher wages and stimulating State Capital the Texas economy.” Highlights Meanwhile, the passage of a state budget for fiscal years 2016 and 2017, the Legislature’s primary task, is in its final stages. The buzz around the Capitol before Memorial Day weekend was that with tax relief resolved, an agreement on the budget that will satisfy the governor’s expectations will soon follow.

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Unemployment numbers reported Texas Workforce Commission on May 22 reported Texas has added an estimated 287,000 seasonally adjusted jobs over the past year including a modest gain in April with the addition of 1,200 positions during the month. The state unemployment rate remained steady at 4.2 percent in April, down a full percentage point from 5.2 percent a year ago. Texas continues to trend well below the national unemployment rate of 5.4 percent. Job gains for April were led by the Leisure and Hospitality industry, which added 6,900 positions. The Information industry enjoyed its largest monthly gain for the industry since June 2000 with the addition of 3,400 jobs in April. Other Services gained 2,800 jobs during the month followed by Trade, Transportation and Utilities, which expanded

by 2,100 positions. “We know that there are still folks who are looking for good-paying jobs in our state and we encourage them to take advantage of the many resources made available through Texas Workforce Solutions,” said TWC Commissioner Representing Labor Ronny Congleton. “Through our Workforce Solutions offices around the state, staff that can help steer job seekers to employment and training opportunities. With more than 260,000 available jobs currently posted on WorkInTexas.com, job seekers have good options here in Texas.”

Legislators agree on e-cig bill SB 97 by Sen. Juan “Chuy” Hinojosa, D-McAllen, would ban the sale of e-cigarettes to minors. The Senate concurred with House amendments on May 18, allowing the

legislation to proceed to the governor’s office for a final signature. According to the Senate news service, House provisions added to the bill would strengthen online sales restrictions and the penalty for selling ecigarettes to minors would be a fine of up to $500, the same as selling tobacco products to a minor. If Gov. Abbott signs the bill into law, it will take effect on Oct. 1. E-cigarettes vaporize a liquid containing nicotine that is inhaled by the user. Hinojosa expressed concern that use of “vaping” products is growing among younger Texans, saying, “We now have many minors using e-cigs in school because they think that it is a way to avoid smoking tobacco cigarettes.” A 2014 survey by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Federal Drug Administration shows e-cigarette use increasing from 4.5 percent to 13.4

percent of high school students and 1.1 percent to 3.9 percent of middle school students in a single year.

Weekend patrols to increase Texas Department of Public Safety on May 20 announced a plan to increase trooper patrols this Memorial Day weekend on Texas roadways. Troopers will be looking for drunken drivers, speeding, and seat belt and other traffic violators statewide. Last year during the Memorial Day weekend, DPS troopers arrested 413 drunk drivers and issued 5,439 speeding citations, 1,053 seat belt and child safety restraint tickets, and cited 684 drivers for driving without insurance. Additionally, troopers made 182 fugitive arrests and 168 felony arrests. ED STERLING is the Director of Member Services at Texas Press Association.

Abbott: $94 Billion Man

hile Gov. Greg Abbott revels in a $3.8 billion tax cut proposed for the next two years, it wouldn’t be a stretch to call him the $94 billion man. That’s how much Abbott’s choice to refuse Texas’ participation in expanding Medicaid will cost Texas taxpayers over a decade. The Medicaid expansion is built into the federal Affordable Care Act, nicknamed Obamacare. It is designed to add millions of low-income people without health insurance to the rolls of the insured. As bait for the states, the feds made it a really good deal. The federal government is paying all the cost for Medicaid expansion for the first three years, and then gradually drops its share of the cost to 90 percent for the remainder of the decade. In Texas, an investment of less than $6 billion over a decade would bring $94 billion in federal funds.

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For every dollar Texas invests, the feds would kick in more than $13. However, the United States Supreme Court made it optional for states to participate. So former Gov. Rick Perry, courting the right-wing vote for Republican presidential nominee, turned it down for Texas. Still, because the federal share of Medicaid expansion is paid for with federal tax dollars, Texans’ federal taxes pay for Medicaid expansion – in participating states - not Texas. Many Republican officeholders, including governors, have vehemently opposed the Affordable Care Act, and Medicaid expansion – mostly, it seems, because Obama is for it. When Perry turned over the governor’s office to Abbott in January, Abbott could have reversed that costly decision. But he chose to copy Perry’s attitude: if Obama is for it, it must be bad. About half the states have accepted Medicaid

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expansion, including at least a dozen with Republican governors. They figured it was too good to pass up. Most Texas business groups, including the Texas Association of Business, medical and hospital groups, chambers of commerce, and others have called for acceptthe Texas Politics ing coverage. Gov. Abbott has a choice: -- Accept Medicaid expansion, and put a million currently uninsured Texans on the insurance rolls; add tens of thousand of jobs for the Texas workforce; and improve the overall health of Texans. Or, continue as the $94 billion man –not the $94 billion he brings in for Texans, but the $94 billion that he costs them.

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• • • Same-Sex Shuffle . . . . There was lots of resistance initially the bill carried by Rep. Scott Sanford, R-McKinney, to protect preachers from being forced to preside over same-sex weddings. Never mind that chances are slim that it would ever occur, and even slimmer that a same-sex couple would want someone who thinks their wedding is wrong to perform it. The Republicans in the Texas House were almost unanimously in favor SB 2065, whose House sponsor is Sanford, a Baptist preacher. Democrats had been expected to be almost unanimously opposed. But they decided to take a new tack. They encouraged supporting the bill, essentially saying that if Republicans think the preacher-protection bill is necessary, that also must mean its proponents consider legal same-sex marriage in Texas inevitable. Mail Subscription Rates Payable in advance for one year Regular Subscription Within Atascosa County$40.00 Outside of Atascosa County$45.00 Outside of Texas but within U.S.A.$50.00 Senior Citizen (65 or older) Subscription Within Atascosa County$25.00 Outside of Atascosa County$30.00 Outside of Texas but within U.S.A.$35.00

And Rep. Celia Israel, the Democrat who represents northeast Austin and its suburbs, who is open about being a Lesbian, said clergy against same-sex marriages shouldn’t worry about being forced to perform them should the Supreme Court rule this summer that state laws prohibiting them are unconstitutional. “Some fine day, my partner and I are going to be able to get married in the great state of Texas,” Israel told her colleagues. “When that day comes, rest assured, to those pastors and preachers who take a more literal interpretation of the Bible, my partner and I of 20 years will not be going to them to bless our union,” Israel said. “I will be going to someone who loves and respects us for who we are.” • • • Patrick Priorities. . . . Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick, the presiding officer of the Texas Senate, said by passing three “major priorities,”

the Senate has demonstrated it may be better than ever before. One is increasing the homestead exemption to hold down homeowners’ property tax bills. The second is border security – more money to keep troops and police on the border with Mexico. The third is “open carry” – allowing those licensed to carry a handgun to do so openly (which most law enforcement officers hate). “I am proud of the fact the legislature is making history while defending life, liberty and our Second Amendment Right,” Patrick’s statement said. “I believe this agreement establishes the framework for what will be one of the most, if not the most, productive legislative sessions in the history of the Texas Senate.” DAVE MCNEELY is a political columnist. You may contact him at davemcneely111@gmail or (512)458 2963.

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‘False smarts’ sank pretentious managing editor’s job

veryone knows someone like this person — very bright but not quite as smart as they think they are. In the early 1970s, I was hired as editor of a sizable twice-weekly newspaper in an area adjacent to Houston, which had begun to grow rapidly with a spillover effect for my new town. This newspaper was beginWriter’s Roost ning to reap the fruits of that growth and the then-owners decided to sell the paper to an ambitious publishing group. I got to keep my job as editor. It was my first manage-

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ment job where I didn’t supervise all employees. At this paper, I had immediate supervision of managing editor, sports editor, “society” editor and three reporters — that was larger than my total employees at the little weekly papers I’d edited and/or published. My immediate trouble spot turned out to be the managing editor. Let’s name him Ray. You know, to protect the innocent, namely me. Ray was a very bright guy. He’d landed this job with no newspaper experience, strictly because of his intelligence and ability to write. Well, I also think the fact that his wife was secretary to the paper’s ownership might’ve influenced it. He was also aggressive and against “misbehavior” by elected public officials, which was a particular problem in

that town. Ray didn’t like the fact that the paper was sold and that his connection to ownership disappeared (his wife continued working for the previous owners in other ventures they controlled). And, Ray obviously didn’t like me. My slow drawl and laid-back manner influenced him to label me “country hick” right off the bat. Additionally, one of the longtime reporters, Harry, was an excellent newsman but had trouble with spelling and grammar. His stories were always written in proper order, but Ray would slash them to pieces with his editing pen, re-write them, then eliminate Harry’s byline and stick his own on the story as if he’d dug it up instead of Harry. A shared byline would’ve been proper. There was one very

major story that Harry dug up and wrote. However, Ray edited the story, deleted Harry’s byline and stuck his own on it. Ray was a big problem. I knew I needed to do something about him, so I began to criticize his obvious mistakes. I explained that he should use editing as a teaching tool. Didn’t faze him. Giving him directions was like trying to keep a leaky rowboat afloat. A November election provided an easy answer. The area elected a new congressman, who was impressed with Ray’s intellect and writing ability, offered him a job as his press secretary come January. Ray informed me, but asked if he could stay through the end of the year because he couldn’t survive two months without an income.

Softhearted me agreed for him to stay and do special assignments since I’d already chosen someone to fill the managing editor’s post. I wrote a story about our new managing editor with segments down in the story devoted to Ray’s service and what his future was. As is custom and style, the announcement was attributed to me. Just prior to press time, a composing room employee sidled up and said quietly: “You need to look at your story.” The story led with “Ray Blank announces his resignation…” I yelled: “Who changed this story?!!!” I was told Ray beat a hasty retreat to lunch. Upon his return, I told him we’d done him a favor keeping him on the payroll through the end

of the year but that he’d disobeyed a direct order, changed my editor’s front page story, and he was terminated for cause as of that moment which meant no more money. It was probably a bare bones Christmas at Ray’s house. The next May, our new congressman dropped in, took me off to one side. He informed me he’d fired Ray and asked: “Why didn’t you warn me about him?” “Congressman,” I said, “you didn’t ask. You hired him without saying one word to me.” To quote Shelby quoting her dad in Steel Magnolias, “An ounce of pretension is worth a pound of manure.” WILLIS WEBB is a retired community newspaper publisher of more than 55 years experience. He can be reached by email at wwebb1937@att.net.

Protecting peaches Q & A Q. I followed your recommendation on insects and diseases by using a weekly spray on my peaches. It worked very well in protecting the fruit from those problems. The issue now is the birds! My first peachPlant Q & A es to ripen, the Florida Kings had big gauges from the bird’s beaks. How do I protect the late ripening peaches from the birds? A. Birds are a tough issue. Bird netting seems to be the best solution. It is available at your favorite retail nursery. Place the

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netting on the tree before the peaches begin to show color. Squirrels and other mammals may also raid the trees. The best solution for them if they cause damage, seems to be to use a live trap and then a trip of several miles to release the culprit away from the trees. Q. We harvested our first tomatoes last week. All of them had a black leathery growth on the bottom. Is it a disease? What can we do? A. The problem is called blossom-end-rot. It is caused by fluctuation in moisture to the plant and a resultant shortage of calcium. Blossom-end-rot is especially common in container-grown plants and early in the season as the weather changes. Keep

the plants well-watered and you probably will not see the problem again this year. Just cut the black tissue off of the tomato and use the rest of the fruit. Q. With all the rain we did not get a chance to fertilize the lawn. It looks great. Should we skip it now and just plan on the fall application? A. I recommend you go ahead and fertilize with a slow-release fertilizer such as 19-5-9. The combination of adequate rain and plenty of nutrients will help the lawn recover from the tough conditions it was subjected to over the last few years. It is not too late to fertilize the lawn CALVIN R. Finch, Ph.D. retired Texas A&M Horticulturist.

Thank You! The Jourdanton Volunteer Fire Department would like to Thank the Following Sponsors for their donations and the buyers who made this year’s event a big success.

Rodriguez Sissy’s Boutique Sleep Inn and Suites State Farm/Johnny Atascosa Liquor Atascosa Wildlife Supply Lambaria Bill and Katie Schuchman Steel Magnolias/ Brandie Calhoun Blake Lambert/Southern Steel Magnolias/ Betty Specialty Calhoun Cactus Ropes Steel Magnolias/April Comprehensive Home Presley Health The Shot Glass Dornak Auto Parts Dorothy Manning/ Annie Three Sisters Boutique De La O/Karen Rakowitz Trailer Park Trinkets Twisted Nutrition E&L Garage Upper Cuts Elaine Marek American Legion Feed Pen Schuchart Helena Chemical Co. Jack Harrison James and Nichole Huddleston Jeannette Harrison Joe David Cordova Southern Specialty Jourdanton FFA Dornak Auto Parts Jourdanton Hardware Tom and Karen Poenisch Laura Pawelek Kenneth Howard Lesley McMillan Christine Fire Department Massage Therapy Larry Montemayor Mel Burton Tina Patchen Michael Cordova Tito Carrasco Mickey Roth Debra Lake Mike and Tina Kuykendall Theresa Sands Miller Woods Charlie Shelton Nest Feathers Jack Harrison Rick’s Hats and Boots Clint Lyssy Riata Cleaners Abel Casas Roland and Amy Jimenez Dean Husband Rudy Segura Gerald and Sherry Rankin Theresa Sands P 3 Ranch / Buster Pawelek Shears Hair Studio Felix Hernandez Silver Shears/Mary MaGeorge Perez honey Fritz Seiffert Silver Shears/Susan

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Bostex Elaine Marek Melvin Burton Lupe Fernandez Garrett Pawelek Dorothy Ulcak Denea Chase Deanne Lair Andrew Garcia Paul Shelton Lenora Kay John Pawelek Burton Meyer Chuck Garris Theresa Cruz Lori Riley Ty Reich Leonard and Gail Stewart Richard Youngblood Wayne Segura Garry Katsmorak Melvin Arnold CRW Cattle, Doc Williams The Feed Pen Mark Bodden Jack and Vicky Persyn Joe Carrasco Shawn Beavers Mike Phelan Ronald Caraway Paul Castillo Atascosa Livestock Exchange Gun and Machine- Jimmy Meyer Clear Water Pools Leo Martinez David Reyes Sergio Chapa The Shot Glass Scott Garris Rudy Segura

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FLASHBACK: Spotty showers in the county 60 Years agoSpotty but welcome showers fell over most of Atascosa county as Pleasanton received .72 of an inch of rain. The moisture backed up the rains that fell earlier in May, and brought the total for the month here to 4.96 inches. The total for the year in Pleasanton is now 9.84 inches---less than .4 of an inch from the 1954 total of 10.23 inches. The summer recreation program first of its kind in Pleasanton opens Monday at the school grounds although another $100 is

still needed to pay the salaries of the Coaches Bob Sykes and Bill Atchison, program directors. Already 155 youngsters have signed up to participate in the summer playground, which will run for two four-week periods. School facilities have been made available for the program and swimming classes will be held at the Midgett tank.

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- Mr. and Mrs. Refugio Rodriguez Jr. honored her grandmother, Mrs. E. P. Pena, Friday evening, with a family dinner party to observe Mrs. Pena’s 89th

birthday. The dinner, served buffet style on the Rodriguez patio, featured tuna sandwiches, enchiladas, potato chips, fritos, salads, potatoes, bread, iced tea, ice cream and birthday cake. The patio table was laid with red and white party cloth. Mrs. John W. Franklin’s Third Year Homemaking girls honored the senior girls and senior sponsors, Mrs. Franklin, Jack Duren, Michael Baker and Earl Zechiedrich, with a buffet luncheon Monday, May 24, in the homemaking cottage. Hostesses were Misses Gloria Alvarado, Lupe Contreras, Florinda Martinez, Adelfa Reyes, Louisa Reyes, Lupe Uribe, Donna Opperman, Adrenia Hickey, Agnes Cabrera, Erlinda Martinez, Mary Ann Leal, Beatrice Huizar and Suzie Garza.

Sharpshooter-State Highway Patrolman Joe Murphy notched a perfect score in one event at the state pistol matches last week in Austin. He won the practical police course match with a perfect 50 rounds. Here Murphy fires his 357 Magnum S & W Special, the 148 grain wadcutter bullet just leaving the muzzle. Express photo originally ran in the May 26, 1965 edition of the Pleasanton Express.

40 Years agoTwo cattle thieves were in jail just hours after they allegedly stole and butchered a couple of calves belonging to Horace Gunn, May 12. Gunn reported the theft to County Sheriff Ray Strickland, who with Murray Potts of the Cattle Raisers Association, made the arrests within the hour. “It was just luck”, stated Strickland. Jim Ed Brown and the Cates Sisters will highlight St. Andrew’s Annual Picnic and dance, June 1. Actually, activities begin Saturday night as John Donahoe and David Riley will play for a dance from 9 until 1:00.

30 Years agoRocky Rosales, 4 yearold son of Robert and Lucia Rosales of Jourdanton, has been hospitalized in the Santa Rosa Children’s Hospital following a hit-and-run incident on Walton Street in Jourdanton Tuesday morning.

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key (D-MA), Barbara Boxer (D-CA), and Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) began investigating 100 fossil fuel organizations suspected of “funding scientific studies designed to confuse the public and avoid taking action to cut carbon pollution.” By “confuse the public,” they mean question the sacred view that climate change will soon compromise the planet. In their view, scientists who contradict the doom-andgloom climate narrative are a threat to the public

Last report received has Rocky listed as having a broken right arm, broken collarbone, and a broken femur in his right leg. He is currently undergoing full body CAT scans in the Intensive Care Unit at Santa Rosa. Results of the CAT scans and other tests to determine the extent of the injuries were not in by press time Tuesday night. Pleasanton pilot Susie Buford was on her way home from taking aerobatics lessons to help her in case of an emergency when she ran “full tilt” into her own emergency. A bolt on the throttle cable of her plane came off, leaving the engine running at full speed. “We came into the landing pattern with full power,” she said. “We came around, shut everything off and touched down right at the end of the runway.”

teen indictments for seventeen people as a result of their May 15 session. Indictments include three for burglary, one for robbery, one for forgery, two for unauthorized use of a motor vehicle, one for failure to pay drug tax and eight for possession of drugs. Despite the damages caused by the high winds, the pounding hail and the (much needed) two-inch rain, there was no loss of life and no major injuries. The storm had made its way eastward to Pleasanton by about 2:30am Thursday morning, May 18. Many of the area residents were awakened by the sound of rain and hail. Others reported hearing the unforgettable sound of a train, like a tornado makes.

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Association of Soccer. Seniors Kelly Hodgin and Lacey Gunn, and Junior Christi Carr were selected as tops in their respective positions in Region IV. This marks the first time in Pleasanton history to have three players named to the All-State first team list in one season. “Each girl is well deserving of this honor and they have represented their school and community in a great way,” said head soccer coach Brant Bird. “I am proud to be their coach and I look forward to the possibility of Christi making the team next year once again.” Carr was named first team last season as a sophomore. Pleasanton captured a district championship and reached the regional semifinals after defeating Kingsville King and Edcouch-Elsa in the area quarterfinal rounds. ROBBIE HAMBY, delves into the Pleas-

The Atascosa Grand Jury handed down nine-

Three Pleasanton Lady Eagles were named to the 2005 All-State Soccer First Team voted by the Texas

and must be discredited as shills of industry. Another specie of climate desperation leading to anger is exaggerated scientific speculation. In a remarkable display of illogic, Rep. Barbara Lee (D-CA) has managed to link global warming to prostitution -- citing, of course, some study. She claims that global warming harms women in developing nations, forcing many into “situations such as sex work, transactional sex, and early marriage.” It’s time for green activists et al., to come back to Earth. Fossil fuels aren’t going anywhere. According to the U.S. Energy Information Administra-

tion’s 2015 Annual Energy Outlook, the United States will depend on fossil fuels to supply 80 percent of its energy needs in 2040. That’s not far off last year’s 82 percent. As for the world, a robust three-fourths of primary energy consumption will come from fossil fuels in 2040, the International Energy Agency predicts. The EIA’s recent report noted specifically that oil and natural gas production would continue to grow. By 2017, the United States will be a net exporter of natural gas. Right now, U.S. production of 9.4 million barrels per day is close to record levels. Americans are less

worried about the environment than at any time since the 1980s, according to Gallup. Concern over global warming, the same poll found, has waned measurably since last year. The devout parishioners of climate calamity may label the rest of us as moral degenerates. But there are real here-andnow problems that need their time and dollars. And to the angry: a new cause might bring peace of mind -- and spare the household budgets of the rest of us.

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anton Express shelves for news of the past. She may be reached at: rhamby@ pleasantonexpress.com.

ROBERT L. Bradley Jr. is the founder and CEO of the Institute for Energy Research.

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From left, Pleasanton’s City Manager Bruce Pearson, Public Works Director Johnny Huizar and Mayor Clint Powell at the site on Crestline where the pedestal phase of construction has been completed, with the steel storage tank soon to be erected at the top. This will be a million and a quarter gallon storage tank.

The City of Pleasanton has a sixth water tower being constructed in the northwest corner of Pleasanton on Crestline. This water tower, when completed, will be in a program that will see all of Pleasanton’s pumping units interconnected. Oil & Gas As I Editor entered the site of the newest water tower in Pleasanton, Bruce Pearson, Pleasanton City Manager said, “This is the well that was drilled about a year and a half

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ago.” Pearson continued, “It’s a Carrizo well with 16inch casing and is already permitted through the Evergreen Underground Water Conservation District. “The well will feed into the water distribution system as well as feed into the water tower itself. “This particular type of construction is called a composite tank or a pedestal tank. It cuts down on the duration of maintenance that you have with your more traditional steel tanks with steel legs.” Pearson said, “On those tanks, obviously, with the steel poles, there will still be periodic maintenance to paint the legs and tank on those conventional

water towers.” Referring to the site on Crestline, Pearson said, “We’re really excited about it being the highest, or one of the highest points of elevation in the city. This production facility will be able to provide water to any of the other pressure plains we have in the city. It will provide another level of pressure support for our water system and at the same time, our water supply expansion out the 97 East corridor. “Also this project is combined with two phases or two segments of water transport and distribution mains, joining up at the Halpin plant and Coastal Bend College. “We’ll lay a 12-inch transport main from

TxDOT’s ‘Click It or Ticket’ still in force through May AUSTIN –The Texas Department of Transportation reminds drivers that law enforcement officers across the state will be out in full force May 18-31 issuing tickets to drivers and passengers who are not wearing seat belts. Widely known as TxDOT’s annual “Click It or Ticket” campaign, the two-week enforcement period reminds all vehicle occupants that non-compliance with statewide seat belt and child safety seat laws can result in fines up to $250. “We greatly appreciate the stepped-up efforts of our law enforcement partners during ‘Click It or Ticket,’ because we know seat belts save lives,” said John Barton, TxDOT deputy executive director. “I can’t imagine why anyone would risk getting pulled over and ticketed, let alone killed or injured. It only takes a few seconds to make sure everyone in

your vehicle is buckled up. Do it for yourself and your loved ones, or else risk being fined or even losing a loved one.” Texas law requires drivers and all passengers, including those in the back seat, to wear a seat belt or risk a ticket, fines and court costs up to $200 each. Children younger than 8 years old must be in a child safety seat or booster seat unless they are taller than 4 feet 9

inches. Fines issued to drivers for unrestrained children in their vehicle can be as high as $250 plus court costs. Wearing a seat belt helps keep occupants from being ejected in a crash and increases the chances of surviving by 45 percent. In pickup trucks, that number jumps to 60 percent, as those vehicles are twice as likely as cars to roll over in a crash. Last year, 2,587 vehicle crashes occurred in Texas in which unrestrained vehicle occupants sustained fatal or serious injuries. Of the more than 3,500 motorists killed in traffic crashes in Texas last year, 44 percent were not wearing a seat belt at the time of the crash. To learn more about “Click It or Ticket,” visit texasclickitorticket.com.

Halpin to the Northtown station on Uvalde which will complete the project of connecting all of the production stations with a transport main that was started under Bill Lamb, former city manager. It was carried on, after Mr. Lamb retired, with City Manager Kathy Coronado, and in the last three years, the last two major segments except what we’re going to construct between Northtown and Halpin, was run from Halpin to this point here at Crestline and Deer Run and then, two years ago, from Crestline to Pulliam. “The last segment of this project is the 16-inch transport distribution main out the 97 East corridor which is in line with our city’s master plan. The east corridor is a prime area for future development.” This is for the future development in and around Pleasanton. Pearson continued, “We’re very excited about it. We have to, obviously, give all the credit to the city council. When the City of Pleasanton was limited on funding and limited on expenditures over the last few decades before the blessing of the Eagle Ford Shale ... When the city had money to spend on very little, city managers and city council spent money on water and wastewater and we feel like that’s been a primary reason Pleasanton was primed for growth. We have continuity built into our system already. “This plant will provide another level of continued growth during the time of explosive growth in the Atascosa County area and especially the City of Pleasanton. “The council of today saw the vision of what needed to be done to keep our water system ahead. That is, to have an ample supply of water at pleasing pressures and with continuity built into the system and to accommodate for future economic development. “We’re very proud of what the council has accomplished with this project. All the credit has to go to their visions. We just feel fortunate to be an extension of the city council.” Pleasanton Public Works Director, Johnny Huizar, came into that position about two years

ago in July, 2013. “I was the wastewater superintendent for about fifteen years and then I became the water superintendent for about a year. Having been with public works for the past few years, I’ve been fortunate to have a city manager who is savvy in this area. He’s been able to guide me in what we’ve done here in Pleasanton, talking about the continuity in the water and sewer systems, we’ve been able to build on that. Thanks to the council and the city manager we’ve set ourselves up for future growth.” Mayor Clint Powell said, “The council makes good decisions based on the good information we get from the experts.” At the site where the pedestal has been built to support the steel water storage unit on top, to be installed as the next phase of the sixth water tank, Pearson said, “For this storage tank, we planned for a million gallon storage tank and very competitive bids came in, so we were able to select a million and a quarter gallon storage tank to recommend to the council, still under the cost estimates we envisioned at the top end of the project. The size tank to be erected here will probably carry Pleasanton for a minimum of the next 20 years, if not

25 years based on present growth patterns which is a regulatory requirement from the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). You have to have a number of gallons of storage per meter that are in your area of service. So, with a million and a quarter gallon storage, it’ll add to our inventory ot 650 to 700 thousand gallons of overhead storage we have at the present time. “This just cannot be possible without the council and mayor. Landmark is the contractor for this water storage unit project. Their concrete crews are obviously finished at this point. Their steel tank crew will be on site in the next week or so and they’ll begin putting the tank together. They’ll be raising sections of the tank by crane to the top of the pedestal. It’ll be over 150 feet tall when finished. “Right now we’re looking at colors for that tank.” From this reporter’s perspective, the vision of the City Council of Pleasanton, for decades and today, is what makes this city attractive to others. 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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mer. Sarah traveled to Gressier, Haiti in 2013 to provide relief to the poverty stricken people of Haiti who dealt with the aftermath of the 2010 earthquake. While in Haiti, Sarah helped construct a kitchen and volunteered at an orphanage. Additionally, Sarah has volunteered at the CASA Hillbilly Games, Relay for Life, the Wounded Warrior Project, the Special Olympics Buddy Walk, the Arthritis Foundation Jingle Bell Fun Run and the American Red Cross Blood Drive. Sarah will always fondly remember her time on the soccer pitch where she was a member of the PHS Regional Quarter Final team and team leader in scoring. She was also a member of the ‘97 Lady Lions Red FC team where she helped lead her team to second place finish in the Keele International Soccer Cup in England. Sarah will major in Biomedical Science and Journalism at Texas A&M University and will attend Texas A&M University Health Science Center College of Medicine as a member of the class of 2023. She was granted early acceptance into medical school through the Partnership for Primary Care Program. Sarah plans to combine her interest in infectious disease, her love for medicine and her passion for journalism into a career where she will give a voice to those whose medical needs have not been heard.

Jace Llamas Salutatorian Pleasanton High School Jace Llamas, the 2015 Pleasanton High School Salutatorian, is the son of Melanie Llamas and Paul Llamas.

Jace has been active in many organizations and extracurricular activities. He served as State Sergeant-at-Arms for Business Professionals of America, Chapter President of Business Professionals of America at Pleasanton High School, Vice President of the Pleasanton Leo’s Club, the Treasurer of the National Honor Society and Team Captain of the Pleasanton Varsity Basketball team. He has been a member of Business Professionals of America (BPA) for all four years in high school, where he placed 6th at Nationals for Economic Research Team and was a State qualifier in Digital Media ProductionIndividual, Presentation Management-Individual and Small Business Management Team. He has been a member of Agricultural FFA and competed in Job Interview Skills, Agriculture Issues Team and Farm Business Management Team where he was an Area and State qualifier. He is also an art student who has awards from Visual Arts Scholastic Event (VASE). He has received multiple awards throughout his high school years which include highest ranking boy in his class for all four years at Pleasanton High School, Pleasanton Chamber of Commerce Teenager of the Year, Most Dedicated Player in Varsity Basketball and the Pleasanton Leo’s Club Service Award and Academic Award. He was selected to attend the Ryan Guillen Texas State Student Legislative Session and to attend the McCombs Future Executive Academy at the University of Texas. Jace also served as the Business Professionals of America Ambassador at the State Teacher Conference. Jace sees the value of giving back to his community and became very involved in volunteering through the local BPA chapter, the Pleasanton

Leo’s Club and the National Honor Society. Jace will be attending the McCombs School of Business at the University of Texas at Austin and plans to major in Science and Technology Management.

Pleasanton High School Top 10 Percent and Principal’s Honor Grads Pleasanton High School students earning the distinction of being in the top 10 percent are: Sarah E. Elmer–valedictorian, Jace K. Llamas- salutatorian, Lillian L. Unger, Martin N. Osorio, Cassie M. Leal, Mikaela C. Myrin, Octavia E. Ramos, Matthew L. Reyes, Sarah K. Lotas, Kendra C. Perez, Savanna L. Stewart, Angel C. Valdez, Jordyn E. Olle, Abby R. Dumas, Kaitlyn A. Wehrheim, Morgan A. Pacheco, Elizabeth A. Eichman, Dorothy E. Turner, Sydnie N. Downs, Jamison T. Dumont and Kassandra R. Pacheco. Pleasanton Principal Honor gradudates are: Marcus Benavides, David Caballero, Michael Canales, Katlyn Carter, Daniela Chavarria, Kenneth Cordova, Tyler CradyPinon, Rene DeLaGarza, Sydnie Downs, Abby Dumas, Jamison Dumont, Elizabeth Eichman, Sarah Elmer, Adriana Fernandez, Cheyenne Fernandez, Ryan Fernandez, Emily Fullenwider, Alexandra Galvan, Johnathan Garcia, Raul Garcia, Daniella Garza, Seleste Griego, Breanna Guerrero, Kimbrielle Gusman, Priscilla Hernandez, Grant Jackson, Payton Kight, Sierra Latimer, Cassie Leal, Kristyn Leija, Jace Llamas, Joshua Lopez, Sarah Lotas, Devyn Lucas, Dylan Martinez, Crockett Mokry, Maizy Moreno, Andrea Myers, Mikaela Myrin, Victoria O’Connor, Jordyn Olle, Vanessa Ortiz, Martin Osorio, Kassandra Pacheco, Morgan Pacheco, Kendra Perez, Justine Ramos, Octavia Ramos, Mat-

thew Reyes, Kassandra Robles, Diego Rodriguez, Ethan Rodriguez, Brooke Rutherford, Gianne Salinas, Emily Sanchez, Vanessa Sandoval, Alexis Sotelo, Savanna Stewart, Caylee Tijerina, Dorothy Turner, Lillian Unger, Angel Valdez, Alyssa Vera, Amanda Villalobos, Kaitlyn Wehrheim, Katy Wells, Tanna Yow and Xiaofang Zeng.

Jourdanton High School Kathryn Klumb Valedictorian Kathryn Klumb is the daughter of Melissa and Karl Cates and Brennan and Michele Klumb. She participated in FFA, UIL, yearbook, student council, National Honor Society, and tennis. In addition to these activities, she also raises sheep and goats. Kathryn was the 2014-2015 Chapter President of the Jourdanton FFA. This year, Kathryn competed on two nationally qualifying FFA teams- Agricultural Quiz and Homesite Evaluation. In the Agricultural Quiz contest, she and her team placed 2nd in the nation, and Kathryn was the 2nd high point individual. In varsity girl’s doubles tennis, Kathryn and her partner won district and were regional qualifiers. She received Texas All-State Academic 1st team. Next fall, Kathryn will be attending Texas A&M University where she will be majoring in Biomedical Sciences. Kathryn has also been accepted into the University Honors Program and has been selected as a Terry Scholar. Her career goal is to attend medical school and become a pediatrician.

Jourdanton High School Kaitlin Hindes Salutatorian Kaitlin Hindes, Jourdanton High School Salutatorian, is the daughter of Colby and Tracy Hindes. During her high school career, Kaitlin participated in volleyball, tennis, and FFA for four years, cross country and track for three, and basketball and UIL for two. Her list of accomplishments includes 6th place in the 3200 meter run at state her junior year, District Champ in cross country three years in a row, 4th place at state in UIL Current Issues and Events as a team, 1st place at state junior year and 2nd place at nationals as a team for FFA Quiz, and First Team All-District in volleyball and Academic All-State in both cross country and tennis. Kaitlin was a representative for the Rotary Youth Leadership Awards, a member of the National Honor Society, and was named Miss JHS at her senior prom. She engaged in community service activities as well, such as volunteering for and attending events at Argent Court, being a VBS leader for the Jourdanton First United Methodist Church, occupying the role of Pleasanton Woman’s Club Duchess, and volunteering at the Woman’s Club Thrift Shop. This year, Kaitlin received scholarships from the Pleasanton Woman’s Club, Jourdanton Community Fund, and the Lillian Waltom Foundation to reward her for her efforts. She will be attending Texas Lutheran University this fall to continue her education as well as run cross country and track.

JourdantonHigh School Principal’s Honor Grads Seniors chosen as the 2015 Principal’s Honor Graudates are: Kathryn Klumb, Kaitlin Hindes, Kloe Burris, Sarah Gilson,

Allison Matocha, Wesley Pesek, Amber Bailey, Ashley Myers, Eric Wheeler, Hannah Lindsay, Adrianna Garcia, Megan Escalante, Mikala Shelton, Samantha Muckleroy, Austin Stewart, Justin Meyer, Nicolas Gonzales, Victor Gonzales, Marissa Muckleroy, Thomas Gaither, Mikayla Posas, Yvonne Longoria, Amy Flores, Margarita Aguilar, Ian Hons, Keatlynn Dickinson, Bryce Huddleston, Michelle Carrasco, Justin Brister, Keith Harlan, Jesus Flores, Hailey Higginbotham, Zachary Daughtry, Stephen Hines, Elizabeth Reid, Jacob Darrow, Mia Mcintyre, Hayden Higginbotham, Valerie Vacca and Jordan Rankin.

Poteet High School Staci Simmons Valedictorian Staci Simons is the daughter of Gregg and Kim Simmons. She is the valedictorian at Poteet High School. She is hard working and strives academically. Staci is also very active in Poteet’s Culinary Arts classes. She has gone to several cake deorating competitions and received third place in the HEAT’s regional cupcake battle. She is currently working on her Texas Tourism Ambassador Certification. Staci has a bright future ahead of her, and she is planning to go on to college and pursue a career in accounting.

Poteet High School Rebekah Wagner Salutatorian Rebekah Wagner, 17 years old, is the daughter of Larry and Kathy Wagner. Her community involvement includes serving as the Poteet FFA Secretary, Poteet 4-H Vice-President, Atascosa County 4-H Ambassador President, Atascosa County Council 4-H Reporter, and Poteet High School Spanish Club President. Rebekah also serves on the Atascosa County Youth Leadership Advisory Board and the Atascosa County Wildlife and Fisheries Board. She participates on the Atascosa County and Poteet FFA Plant Identification teams, and has participated on various other Poteet FFA teams including, Floriculture, Milk Quality, Range Radio Broadcasting, Public Relations and Quiz. Rebekah also participates in Extemporaneous Public Speaking in FFA. She has received the Lamar Award of Excellence and the 4-H Gold Star Award. She has also received her Texas FFA Lonestar Degree. Rebekah has been accepted into Tarleton State University’s Honors College; she plans on double majoring in Agriculture Education and Wildlife Management.

Poteet High School Top 10 Percent and Principal’s Honor Grads Poteet Top 10 Percent for the class of 2015, left to right, bottom row: Staci Simmons (Val), Rebekah Wagner (Sal), Stephen Gamez, Jaelynn Guerra, Shannon Dooley, Caitlin Marie Crisp, back row: Amber Nichole Rodriguez, Zachary S. Mancha, Jake Hamm, Alexis Ordaz, Vanessa Gonzales and Tessa Sanchez.

Charlotte High School Adan Tijerina Valedictorian Adan Tijerina is the Valedictorian of Charlotte High School’s graduating class of 2015. He was born December 27, 1996 to Carlos and Rosie Tijerina. He has resided and attended school in Charlotte his entire life.

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Adan was active in many extra-curricular activities throughout high school including basketball, baseball, track, UIL academics and also held office in the National Honor Society. He has received several honors and awards continuously throughout high school including the Lamar Award of Excellence, all A’s honor roll, Academic All District, and Highest Ranking Boy. Adan will attend St. Edward’s University in the fall to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Biology with a health professions track. He plans to attend medical school and a career as a physician.

Charlotte High School Zachary Campos Salutatorian Zachary Campos is the Salutatorian of Charlotte High School’s graduating Class of 2015. He was born January 9, 1996 to Domingo and Sylvia Campos and has resided in Charlotte his entire life. Zachary has actively participated in band for four years while serving as Band Lieutenant his junior and senior years. He served as class president his sophomore year and as a member of NHS was vice president his senior year. He participated on the golf team earning M.V.P. his junior year. As a student, he took great interest in his art classes and intends to pursue a major in animation and game design at the Art Institute of San Antonio.

Charlotte High School Top 10 Percent Adan Tijerina, Zachary Campos, Salem Tijerina, and Samantha Rodriguez.

McMullen County High School Amber Acker Valedictorian Amber Dee Acker is this year’s valedictorian at McMullen County High School in Tilden. She is the daughter of Stephen and Marla Acker. During her high school career, she was involved in Cross Country, Track, Tennis, FFA, UIL and Tilden Baptist Youth Group. She is also a member of National Honor Society. Acker plans to further her education at Belmont University in Nashville, Tenn. She is going to study Music Business.

McMullen County High School Martin Donald Soward Jr. Salutatorian Martin Donald Soward, Jr. is the salutatorian of the McMullen County High School Class of 2015. He is the son of Marty and Casey Soward and Jes and Ed Gonzales. He has lived in Tilden for the past six years, participating in FFA, UIL, NHS, and Tennis. Over the years he has received the Lone Star FFA Degree, graduated junior high school as valedictorian, and high school as salutatorian on top of all of the competition awards from the FFA, UIL and Tennis. After high school he plans on attending Texas State University for his freshman year and applying to transfer to the University of Texas at Austin, for the remainder of his college experience.

McMullen County High School Honor Graduates Honor graduates at McMullen County High School in Tilden are: Amber Dee Acker, Martin Donald Soward, Jr., RaeAnn Marie Alexander, Waymon Dean Kuenstler, III, Lindy Faith Swaim, Victoria Cavazos Hernandez and Fisher Doyle White.

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Patricia Pisso with Alere Toxicology Services speaks at monthly STEPS meeting Patricia Pisso, senior technical manager at Alere Toxicology Services, Inc., located in Gretna, Louisiana, was one of the speakers at the monthly meeting of STEPS (A Safer Texas One STEP Closer). The meeting was held Oil & Gas at Cowboy Editor Fellowship Church on FM 3350, Thursday, May 21. Ms. Pisso received her Bachelor of Science in Microbiology/Chemistry from Southeastern Louisiana University in Hammond, Louisiana. Alere owns and operates laboratories that provide drug testing to corporations, institutions, criminal justice departments, and clients seeking to deter the use of illegal drugs. This includes the laboratory located in Richmond, VA formally known as Scientific Testing Laboratories, Inc. (STL). Alere is certified by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services/ SAMHSA (formally NIDA) which qualifies urine drug testing for Federal Agencies. The stringent requirements to secure and maintain the DHHS/ SAMHSA certification encompass procedures that, if not obtained, would normally require many individual certifications. This laboratory certification is the highest credential available for urine drug testing. Alere only tests for drugs of abuse and alcohol. Ms. Pisso is a Board Certified Forensic Examiner and has worked in the Toxicology Lab for the Federal Bureau of Investigation in Washington, DC. On the program next, Ben Wicman from ISNetworld® was on the agenda. Ben Wickman and Erin Light work on ISN’s Client Development Team as account managers for Oil and Gas companies operating both onshore and offshore in the U.S. and Canada. ISN (www.isnetworld.com) is a global leader in contractor and

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supplier management, continuously growing and expanding its reach throughout the United States, Europe, Canada, Australia, the Middle East and other international regions. ISN’s online contractor management database, ISNetworld, is the global resource for connecting corporations with safe, reliable contractors and suppliers from capital-intensive industries. ISN collects health and safety, procurement, insurance, quality and regulatory information from contractors and suppliers. Through ISN’s Review and Verification Services (RAVS), subject matter experts review and verify contractors’ information, incorporating a level of due diligence to the contractor management process. Also on the program, Dr. Raul Hidalgo, DPM, LEON ZABAVA | PLEASANTON EXPRESS a podiatrist who serves Patricia Pisso with Alere Toxicology Services, presenting a program regarding “Procedures and Processes of Drug with Atascosa Health Care and Alcohol Testing” at the monthly meeting of STEPS held at Cowboy Fellowship Church on Thursday, May 21. spoke to STEPS attendees about foot care. Dr. Hidalgo is a wellrespected and caring podiatrist. He attended Barry University for his Bachelor’s degree, and then went on to Podiatry school at Barry University as well, where he received his Doctorate in Podiatric Medicine. Dr. Hidalgo then completed two rigorous residencies at the Doctors Hospital, one in Primary Podiatric Medicine and the other in Podiatric Surgery. Dr. Hidalgo is affiliated with other area’ hospitals, including Southwest General Hospital and the Baptist Medical Center. He is also a member of multiple esteemed professional podiatric organizations, such as the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, the American Podiatric Medical Association, and the Texas Podiatric Medical Association. Mary Lee Vrana with Sierra Services was on the agenda next with a program relating to incident/ claims management. The next meeting of STEPS will be held at Cowboy Fellowship Church on Thursday, June 18. LEON ZABAVA is the Oil and Gas Editor for the Pleasanton Express. He can be reached at 830.281.2341 or lzabava@ pleasantonexpress.com.

Atascosa Citizens in Action meeting on June 4 LEON ZABAVA OIL AND GAS EDITOR

Atascosa Citizens in Action will meet at the Pleasanton Civic Center, Thursday, June 4, from 1 until 2. The Institute for Economic Development at University of Texas at San Antonio assisted with Atascosa County citizens in developing a grant program in the county. UTSA’s Eagle Ford Shale Community Development Program (EFSCDP) was cre-

ated in partnership with the U.S. Economic Development Administration in order to address grass roots community needs. Atascosa County citizens are invited to attend. Their input is welcome and important in the quest for projects in the county that will enhance our communities. Several projects are already being considered. Grants are possible for these endeavors.

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Veterans from throughout Atascosa County paused to remember those servicemen and women who gave their all, at the Memorial Day event.

Honoring our heroes on Memorial Day

ers on the true meaning of this day of remembrance. With a moment of “Memorial Day is for silence as “Taps” plays in those who fell giving their the background, we are lives to our country,” said reminded that freedom is Atascosa County Judge not truly free, but is given Bob Hurley, at the Memosacrificially for the greater rial Day event on Saturday, good of all.” May 23. Those attending also enThe event took place at joyed hamburgers, cooked Jourdanton City Park and by Boy Scout Troop 194 was organized and made from Pleasanton and DJ possible by: American music. Legion Post 436 of JourOn Monday, May 25, danton, The VFW #4853 Theresea Cruz and vetof Jourdanton, VFW #6970 erans with the American of Poteet and the VFW Legion visited local cem#12041 of Lytle. eteries and performed sevHurley, who served as eral hours of service. They the guest speaker, is also traveled to Christine and a graduate of Pleasanton to Devine and laid flowers High School and a veteran. and flags at all the service He served in the United Pausing in prayer are veterans with Poteet VFW #6970 and Lytle VFW members’ graves. Flowers #12041. States Air Force and is the were donated by Lesley’s Past Adjutant of the Amer- Flowers in Jourdanton and ican Legion. He earned Yours and Mine Gift Shop his undergraduate degree in Poteet. from Abilene Christian University. The colors were presented by the Junior ROTC Honor Guard from Pleasanton High School, led by 1SG Arturo Arce. Veterans paused in prayer to honor, respect and remember the fallen. Veterans then gathered at the memorial to lay flowers and a wreath. A display was made, listing all of the Atascosa County veterans who gave it all for our country. Said Theresea Cruz, Commander of the American Legion Post 436, “On Memorial Day we honor and remember those who gave the ultimate sacrifice so that we can remain free. It’s important to us Also in attendance were Atascosa County Veterans Service Officer Mike Curt Oswalt, a member of the Poat the American Legion Lambaria and his wife, Anita Lambaria. teet VFW #6970 also attended. Post 436 to educate oth-

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Guest speaker was Atascosa County Judge and veteran Bob Hurley.

Those participating represented four veteran organizations.

Coleman’s 35th anniversary with First Baptist Pleasanton

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David Prasifka presents a plaque to Jackie Milligan, the overall winner at the Jourdanton Volunteer Fire Department Malvin Prasifka BBQ Cook-Off. The awards were presented on May 16. The event was held at the American Legion Post #436 in Jourdanton.

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American Legion Post 436 Commander Theresea Cruz and vets with the American Legion placed flowers and flags throughout graves in the surrounding area on Memorial Day.

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Abel Casas (at right) was presented a plaque for his 25 years of serving as an auctioneer at the annual Malvin Prasifka Cook-Off.

First Baptist Church of Pleasanton will honor John Mark Coleman on May 31, 2015, with a covered-dish luncheon immediately after morning worship. The congregation will celebrate John and his wife, Lisa, for their dedication and leadership. John received his Bachelor of Arts in Religion and Education from Gardner-Webb College. He later completed his Master of Religious Education at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He and Lisa came to Pleasanton in 1980 to serve at First Baptist. John is a member of the Singing Men of Texas and has just returned from his second trip to the Ukraine to bless churches in that part of the world. Lisa Coleman’s Alma Mater is Howard Payne University and she is a member of the Singing Women of Texas. Mrs. Coleman retired from the Pleasanton ISD after many years as an educator. Despite her own many accomplishments and responsibilities, Mrs. Coleman has always actively supported her husband’s ministry during his tenure at First Baptist. Lisa and John Coleman have served the Lord together for all these years with joy and commitment and continue to give God all the glory for their impact on our area for the cause of Christ. They have three children: Michael who graduated from Mary Hardin Baylor, daughter, Jamie, a graduate of San Angelo State University and Landon, who completed a stint in the U.S. Marine Corps and then finished his degree at Texas State University.

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Singing Men of Texas in Ukraine John Coleman, minister of music at First Baptist Church in Pleasanton participated in a mission project to Ukraine the last two weeks of April with the Singing Men of Texas and the Michael Gott international evangelistic team. The group of 180 included a 100-voice men’s choir, a 15 piece orchestra and over 70 volunteers who worked side by side with a team of 20 Ukrainian pastors and volunteers who helped them plan their itinerary and guide them through western Ukraine. The choir sang to 14,350 people, during 12 concerts, in eight cities, over nine days, with 7,793 people signing cards indicating their willingness to become committed followers of Christ and requesting additional contact from local churches. Evangelist Michael Gott gave a sermon after each of the worship concerts. The Ukrainian people were welcoming and encouraged by the willingness of Singing Men to come and minister to them during this time of political unrest. This was the fourth time Singing Men has traveled to serve in Ukraine but the first time since Russia seized Crimea in 2013. The Singing Men of Texas sang in Crimea on previous trips. The original plan was to travel by boat down the Dnieper River through South Central Ukraine, but because of the conflicts there the

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Community Calendar May 28 • 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 Thursdays. Questions 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.

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group instead chartered buses out of Kiev and headed to the western part of the country, near Poland, far away from the fighting. In every city the choir was welcomed and sang to overflowing crowds, who responded appreciatively to the music and the gospel message. John Coleman said, “It was an almost indescribable experience to see people so excited to have us come and share our faith by word and song and, by our The Singing Men of South Texas, looking out at the audience. mere presence, to encourage and give them hope in a time of political unrest and uncertainty. It was a blessing to see God at work there and in turn we were blessed as much, or even more, as those we went to serve.”

Meadows guest speaker at Longhorn Museum Society mtg. Want your young son to have learning experiences outside the classroom? He can participate in hiking, learn survival techniques, help the community with civic projects - the list is endless. How, you ask? Just join the local Boy Scout Troop which has been under the dedicated and skillful leadership of Bill Meadows and his assistants since 1980. Learn more about this wonderful program by attending the meeting of the Longhorn Museum Society on Tuesday, June 2, at 7:00 p.m. at the museum. Meadows will be our guest speaker. The meeting is open to everyone and refreshments will be served. The museum is located on Hwy. 97E in Pleasanton. Mark your calendar for

Sunday, June 7 at 3:00 p.m. to hear a delightful Summer Concert by the County Line Community Band. The band, under the direction of the oneand-only Jerry Hogue, will be held at the Pleasanton Community Center. This wonderful band is made up of highly dedicated volunteer musicians from several neighboring counties who meet every week to rehearse. In addition to the great music they play, you will also be treated to the unexpected and hilarious remarks and patter with the audience by their director. The concert, sponsored by the museum, is free to the public and refreshments will be served following the concert.

May 28 & June 2 •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 29 •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 30 •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. •Poteet Grange is holding a rabies clinic Saturday, May 30, 2015, from 9 am - 1 pm at the grange hall at the corner of Ave D and 6th St. in Poteet. Dogs and cats can be vaccinated for rabies. Other vaccinations will be available, as well. June 1 •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. • 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--cost $10.00. (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 2 • 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. 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.

John Coleman by Ukranian Orthodox Church.

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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. • 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 23.

The Pleasanton High School Class of 1965 is planning their 50th class reunion. The date has been set for October 17, 2015. Please con- June 10 • The Historical Commission will be holding a meeting on Wednestact Anita Gonzalez Lambaria with addresses or phone day June 10. Regular meetings are held the second Wednesday of the numbers: anitalambaria@att.net or call 830-569-2421. month at the Jourdanton Community Center at 9:30 a.m. Next meeting will be July 8.

Charlotte ISD Summer Feeding Program Charlotte ISD is participating in the Summer Food Service Program. Meals will be provided to all children without charge and are the same for all children regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability. There will be no discrimination in the course of the meal service. Meals will be provided at the sites and times as follows: Breakfast from 7:30-8:30 a.m. and lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday-Friday. Meals will be provided at

the Charlotte High School Cafeteria, located at 41 Rose Blvd. All children ages 1-18 are eligible to participate. For more information on the program contact: Debbie Luna at 830-277-1712. 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, 800795-3272 or 202-720-6382 (TTY). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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. June 16 • Poteet VFW meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. If you or someone you know are interested in becoming a member, stop by at 6 p.m. that day or if you see the door open. Bring your DD214 or if active duty your deployment orders, so we can confirm you meet the requirements. The meetings begin at 7 p.m. June 22 • Pleasanton Masonic Lodge #283 will host a meeting the fourth Monday of each month. Next: May 25. Dinner at 6:30, Virginia & M. 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. Organization (or group) ______________________________________________________________________ Event (meeting, raffle, car wash, reunion, dinner, etc.)___________________________ _____________________________________________________________________ Date (of Event)_________________________ Time____________ a.m./p.m. (circle one)

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Parishioners at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church in Leming celebrated their annual church festival on Sunday, May 17. Although the day began with rain, the skies finally cleared up around lunchtime. Those attending enjoyed children’s games, a silent auction, live auction and plenty of food and fun!

Ministry to the Oil Patch The road to supply and demand in the Oil Patch has never been an easy one. Like the proverbial road to success, it is full of bends and turns and potholes along the way. Such is the way of the most recent up and down of the oil industry in the state of Texas. And while many see these ups and downs related to the financial aspect, others know that along with the dollar signs come the hopes and fears as well as the physical and emotional aspect of those who work the oil field. Recognizing the need for a caring touch in what can be a rough and rugged work place, Hollas Hoffman of Gonzales, Texas, responded to a call from God to a ministry now known as Oil Patch Chaplains. Hoffman and his wife Nelda began by simply going where the people were and making themselves available for pastoral type care. Along the way others have joined the Hoffman’s in the work. The Oil Patch Chaplains have grown now as a ministry that spreads across the state and provides care in a multitude of ways. With about 60 chaplains currently working in the field, they are able to cover a larger area in a state that is vast. Financial support comes from several places. The OPC partners with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, churches around the state and many individuals contribute to the ministry. During the early years of this most recent boom, many Texas towns saw population growth as men came in to fill the jobs needed to keep up with oil

production. Some brought their families; some didn’t. There were needs in both situations. Those who had families often had difficulties with transitioning into a different lifestyle, where husband and dad was gone many hours and, therefore, not available to the family as before. On the other hand, those who didn’t bring families found hours of loneliness as they were away from family, friends and the familiarity of their home. Then if an accident or illness was added into the mix, the sense of isolation escalated and could bring on a sense of emotional distress. Some of the ways that OFC minister to workers is through comfort and care in times of crisis and grief; proper notification of family members in case of death or serious injury; educational and preventive resources for alcohol and substance abuse, anger management, stress management and family life education; and learning how to use faith as a personal and family resource. Now a transition is being made to the oil field, a slow-down that has its own sets of concerns. The need now may revolve around the worker who has been laid off. Let us help you in this time of transition. We request that you contact your local volunteer chaplain. Your local volunteers for Oil Patch Ministry are Gary and Dorie Gilliam from Elmendorf. The contact information is garyoilpatchchaplains@ gmail.com and the phone number is 210 323-2718. Feel free to call, text, or email your prayer requests.

Thomas featured artist The South Texas Art Guild has named Laurel Starry Thomas as their featured artist. Thomas recently relocated here from the Texas Coast and quickly joined the South Texas Art Guild. She is a welcome addition to STAG, generously allowing the group to meet at her studio. Her enthusiasm is contagious and her talents are many. “We are fortunate to have her as a member,” said Frances Schneider. Texas born artist, Laurel Starry Thomas, has been painting since the 1970s. She received her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Texas A&I University, now known as Texas A&M Kingsville, in 1986 and her Master of Science degree in 1989. She taught Art at Bishop High School and was a member of the Texas Art Education Association and member and president of the

painting was not possible, she turned to other creative outlets, such as decorating, landscaping, furniture upholstery and furniture refinishing. She has made furniture for her family and friends and worked in native and exotic woods to create mountain dulcimers. She has learned to play and relax with Laurel Starry Thomas the dulcimer, knowing that the sound of “sweet music” which “dulcimer” Coastal Bend Art Education translates to, has given Association in the 80s and her another creative art. 90s. Check out her website She has only recently at: laurelbayhouse.com gotten back to creating her South Texas Art Guild art and has added pottery meets on the second to her creative endeavors Tuesday of the month. as well as plein aire paint- Artists are invited to ing in oils and acrylics. bring something they Thomas is a member of the have done for a sharing Rockport Center for the time. Arts and the Victoria Art On June 9, come join League and South Texas them at Thomas’ studio, Art Guild. located at 39 Pulliam Dr. Believing that creativity in Pleasanton. For details cannot be put aside durcontact Frances Sching times in her life when neider at 830-480-6478.

VBS at Crosspoint It is time for “Journey Off The Map, Unknown To Us, Known To Him,” which is this year’s theme at Vacation Bible School at Crosspoint Fellowship. Dates are Sunday, June 7- Thursday, June 11, from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. While exploring uncharted territory during our “Journey Off the Map,” kids will discover that Jesus is the Ultimate Guide. They will learn that, even when faced with the unexpected, they can know how to listen for God’s direction.. Kids who have completed kindergarten through 5th grade, are asked to please register online at: https:// kideventpro.lifeway.com/myChurch/?id=29606 Contact Melissa Sutherland by phone at 210-6854885, or e-mail: mlsutherlandhunt@sbcglobal.net If you have any questions or need assistance, please call Melissa Sutherland at 210-685-4885.

The Pleasanton Church of Christ will resume its Summer Preaching Series on Wednesday, June 3. Along with some favorite guest speakers of the past, there will be some new speakers from all across Texas. They invite you to come each Wednesday evening during the summer at 7:30 p.m. to hear some uplifting and informative messages. All ages are invited to come. Along with the adult classes that meet in the auditorium, there are classes for children, cradle roll thru high school, in other buildings on the church grounds. The church is located at 1003 N. Main. If you have any questions, please call the church office at 830-569-5502 or 281-5511. Their first speaker of the summer will be Glen Newberry, President/CEO of the Sherwood & Myrtie Foster Home for Children in Stephenville. He has been with the Home for 23 years, and President for 14 of those years. Prior to that, Glenn was in church ministry for 11 years. Glenn has been married to Cheryl for 36 years. They have three children and three grandchildren. Glenn resides in Hood County, in the community of Tolar.

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Scholarship service at Second Baptist Chapel Second Baptist Chapel is inviting the public to their special scholarship program service at 11 a.m. on Sunday, May 31. The church is located at 539 Adams St. in Pleasanton. The service is for four high school students that will be receiving $500 scholarships each, to assist them in going to college. The guest speaker will be Mr. Scott Brown from Sanford Chapel in San Antonio and guest soloist will be Miss Jenna Faith Oakley, a teenager praising the Lord in song. They hope to see you there and you will be blessed! A fellowship meal will be provided after the service.

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The Refuge, located at 506 W. Adams Street, Pleasanton is here to help. They offer free and confidential pregnancy tests, spiritual counseling and ultrasounds by appointment. Also offered are parenting and other classes. Call for information about classes and times. All classes are free and open to the public. Any questions call 830-569-0030. 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.

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

Rabies Bible Study in Verdi clinic in Poteet 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. For more info call 830-200-6678.

Poteet Grange is holding a rabies clinic Saturday, May 30, from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the grange hall at the corner of Ave D and 6th St. in Poteet. Dogs and cats can be vaccinated for rabies. Other vaccinations will be available, as well.

Vacation Bible School at FBC First Baptist Church of Pleasanton, 400 N. Reed, is preparing to host its Vacation Bible School from June 15-19. Dates are: Monday– Thursday from 2 p.m.–5 p.m. and Friday from 9 a.m.–noon. This VBS is for children who have completed pre-kindergarten to fifth grade. Pre-Register Online by June 11: www.fbcpleasanton.org Those with questions may call 830-569-2582.

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on Thursdays from June 11- July 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.

Summer Reading 2015 The Pleasanton Library and Information Center is providing a Summer Reading Program, every Wednesday, from June 17-July 15. The program provides an opportunity for children to enjoy reading throughout the summer months. Children going into kindergarten-fifth grade are invited to attend. Pre-registration is required. Forms may be picked up at the library at 115 N. Main. If you are a current card holder, you must have a library card with no outstanding fines or overdue materials to participate. If you live out of the county, there is a $25 annual fee for a library card. Registration is limited, so please sign up early. The deadline to register is Friday, June 12. For any questions about the program, please contact Gina Stewart at 830-569-5901. The Pleasanton Library and Information Center is open Monday-Friday, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Jourdanton ISD Summer Feeding Program Jourdanton ISD is sponsoring a Summer Food Service Program. Free breakfast and summer lunch will be available to all children between the ages of 2-18. There is no fee and no registration is required. Operating dates are June 1-30, at the JISD High School Cafeteria, 200 Zanderson. Breakfast and lunch will be served starting Monday, June 1 and will run until Friday, June 26. Parents and JISD staff may purchase a breakfast and lunch after all children are fed first. Adult breakfast is $2 and lunch is $3.50. Meals must be paid with either cast or personal check only. No

charging allowed, no exceptions. Breakfast will be served from 7:15-8 a.m. Parents and JISD staff may purchase a breakfast between 7:45-8 a.m. Lunch will be served from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Parents and JISD staff may purchase a lunch between 12:15-12:30 p.m. Serving line rules are: 1.) no cutting in line, 2.) shoes must be worn while in serving line, 3.) adults (parents and staff) may not eat from a child’s tray, 4.) food may not be taken out of the cafeteria for any reason. For more information, please call Denise Bautista, Food Service Director at 830-769-2144.

Worship Directory Stop by any Sunday morning, Worship Service and Children’s Sunday School start at 10:45 a.m. Or come a little earlier to visit!

First Baptist Church Jourdanton

Same friendly spirit and great message!

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830-769-3733 • (Fax) 769-4206 561 FM 3350 - Jourdanton

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Fr. Gilberto Vallejo

www.cowboyfellowship.org

TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH Sunday 9:30 a.m. - Sunday School 10:45 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. Worship Service Wednesday 6:30 p.m. - Prayer Service

1219 N. Bryant - Pleasanton

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St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church

Worship Schedule: Sun. : 10:15 a.m. Adult, Teen and Children’s Sunday School: 9:15 a.m.

Nursery Available 1702 Hwy. 97 E. • Jourdanton, TX 48-21c

Sunday Bible Study - 10:30 a.m. Morning Worship - 11:45 a.m. Wed. Prayer & Study - 7:30 p.m.

Sunday: Sun. School - 9:45am, Worship - 11am Wednesday: Bible Study - 6:30pm Supper - 6pm Children & Youth Meeting - 6:30pm Hwywww.FBCJ.net 16 S. • 830-769-3552

Rev. Junior Jones/Pastor Rev. Robert Eagle/Assoc. Minister Sister V. Brown/Church Clerk

First United Methodist Church of Pleasanton

Services

Open Hearts! Open Minds! Open Doors!

Rev. George Bradley, O.S.L.

Sunday Worship at 10:45 Sunday School at 9:30 420 N. Main Street • PO Box 187 Pleasanton • 830-569-2083

210-623-2536

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9:30 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Worship Service

Sunday School & Adult Bible Study 9:30 am Worship ~ 10:30 am Child care available.

“Glorify the lord with me, and let us praise His name together.”

Address: 435 Bryant St. Phone: (830)281 -2022

Bernard Ritchea, Pastor 1004 Campbell, Jourdanton 830-769-2608

Lay Pastor: Janna Simon

visit us at www.jourdanton.net click on churches

Services

Sunday Bible Study ~ 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship Service ~ 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Class ~ 7:30 p.m.

Lutheran Congregations in Mission for Christ

It’s not about us, It’s all about Jesus.

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(830) 281 - 8118 www.tbcpleasanton.com

Pastor:Peter Pawelek

A friendly Church where everybody is Somebody.

1003 N. Main St.

281-5511 ~ 569-5502

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10:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist & S.S. 5th Sun. Morning Prayer Parish Hall Rental 830-277-2222

Rev. Craig Pooser

1435 W. Oaklawn ~ Pleasanton allsaintspl@gmail.com

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539 E. Adams - Pleasanton, TX

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St. Andrew Catholic Church

Sunday Gospel Service (In view of Church Birth)

Preaching the free pardon of sin, a know-so salvation, and the need to tell others from the old bible

Evangelist Gary Frey (281 by RR Tracks) P.O. Box 296, Pleasanton, TX 78064

Info: 830-480-9943

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707 Second St.

To participate in the Church Directory, a $10 fee is applied each week with a 6-Month obligation. For more information, Contact: Megan Benishek @ (830) 281-2341 or (830) 569-6130

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Members of the 2015 graduating class at Pleasanton High School are: (in alphabetical order)- Mark Adame, Ramon Aguero, Sabrina Aguero, Justin Alder, Mckenzie Alexander, John Amesquita, Christopher Arguijo, Victor Arguijo, Paul Arn, Chase Arnold, Julie Aucoin, Mark Banda, Rene Barrera, Marcus Benavides, Jose Benavidez, Cheyanne Bettis, Seth Black, James Blackman, Dylan Booth, Alexis Bosquez, Joshua Bosquez, Amberly Bouchillon, Timothy Brunson, David Caballero, Michael Canales, Christian Carlos, Nicholas Carrasco, Brandon Carroll, Katlyn Carter, Emerald Casarez, Benjamin Cassaday, Daniela Chavarria, Canyon Cook, Kenneth Cordova, Nicolette Cordova, Alex Coronado, Tyler Crady-Pinon, Carlea Crean, Joslyn Cruz, Rene De La Garza, Raven Deleon, Bretteesha Del Toro, Aaron Diaz, Kendall Dickinson, Sydnie Downs, Abby Dumas, Jamison Dumont, Brenda Duran, Elizabeth Eichman, Sarah Elmer, James Escalante, Ryan Escamilla, Destiny Esparza, Adriana Fernandez, Cheyene Fernandez, Ryan Fernandez, Issac Flores, Megan Franklin, Cody Friesenhahn, Amanda Fuentes, Emily Fullenwider, Randall Gaeta, Francisco Gallegos, Isaiah Gallegos, Alexandra Galvan, Raul Garza, Juan Garcia Vega, John Garcia, Johnathan Garcia, Raul Garcia, Richard Garcia, Liana Garcia, Daniella Garza, Eric Garza, Nicole Garza, Tyler Gillespie, Damien Gonzales, Mindy Gonzales, Seleste Griego, Benjamin Griffith, Timo Gross, Alondra Guerrero, Breanna Guerrero, Destinee Guerrero, George Guerrero, Paul Guerrero, Sabrina Guerrero, Kimbrielle Gusman, Chrisana Gutierrez, Chance Harper, Carlton Hasten, Gabriela Hernandez, Priscilla Hernandez, Jennifer Herrera, Chyenne Higdon, Kaitlyn Hollenbach, Arturo Honesto, Kathryn Honesto, Grant Jackson, Vanessa Jasso, Dane Jennings, Dena Jennings, Thomas Johnson, Matthew Kierum, Payton Kight, Lori Kinnett, Charlotte Kleine, Colton Knapp, Ryan Lamb, Sierra Latimer, Doyle Lauderdale, Cassie Leal, Clay Lefebvre, Emanuel Leija, Kristyn Leija, Juvenal Licona Vazquez, Jace Llamas, Marissa Lopez, Joshua Lopez, Sarah Lotas, Michael Love, Patrick Loza, Devyn Lucas, Adrian Martinez, Dylan Martinez, Gabriella Martinez, Irma Martinez, Isabella Martinez, Janelle Martinez, Meagan Martinez, Scotty Martinez, Samuel Mejia, Tommy Mitchell, Krystal Moczygemba, Crockett Mokry, Ismael Moreno, Maizy Moreno, Misael Moreno, Andrea Myers, Mikaela Myrin, Emely Najera Saucedo, Ryley Nichols, Victoria O’Connor, Justin Oliver, Jordyn Olle, Vanessa Ortiz, Martin Osorio, Kassandra Pacheco, Morgan Pacheco, Raquel Pacheco, Mark Paez, Joshua Paredez, Yamini Patel, Agustin Perez Angel, Alexzandra Perez, Amanda Perez, Daniel Perez, Kendra Perez, Zachary Perez, Krystin Piedra, Valorie Pogue, Ashley Potzman, Joshua Rackley, Christoper Ramirez, Briana Ramos, Justine Ramos, Marc Ramos, Octavia Ramos, Ciana Rangel, Tristan Rangel, Briana Reyes, Matthew Reyes, Graciela Rios, Eric Robles, Isaac Robles, Kassandra Robles, Devin Rodriguez, Diego Rodriguez, Ethan Rodriguez, Sienna Romero, Julius Rosales, Aaron Ruiz, Brooke Rutherford, Faith Sage, Gianne Salinas, Summer Salinas, Svetlana Samontieva, Alfred Sanchez, Emily Sanchez, Guadalupe Sanchez, Vanessa Sandoval, Jennifer Santana, Cody Smith, Skylar Somers, Kjell Sonnenberg, Alexis Sotelo, Brittany Spates, Callie Spates, Amber Stahl, Peter Steel, Savannah Stewart, Zane Strader, Payton Stroppe, Kayla Stubbs, Alyssa Talamantez, Peter Talamantez, Liam Tengan-Lindsay, Caylee Tijerina, Cesaria Tijerina, Raelyn Tijerina, Mario Torres, Dorothy Turner, Michael Turner, Lillian Unger, Angel Valdez, Gloria Valdez, Violet Vallejo, John Vanauken, Caleb Vaughn, Ynez Vera, Alyssa Vera, Caleb Vickers, Amanda Villalobos, Miranda Walls, Kaitlyn Wehrheim, Katy Wells, Phatinan Wiangsimma, Desiree Wilson, Tanna Yow, Xiaofang Zeng and Cecilia Zulaica.

PHS Ceremony info: Graduation Date: June 5, 2015, at 8 p.m. Location: Pleasanton High School Stadium Class song: “It’s Time” by Imagine Dragons Class colors: Green, Black and White Class flower: Orchid

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PLEASANTON HIGH SCHOOL TOP 10 PERCENT Graduating seniors at Pleasanton High School who earned the achievement of being in the Top 10 percent are: left to right- top row: Lillian L. Unger, Kassandra R. Pacheco, Kendra C. Perez, Angel C. Valdez, Cassie M. Leal, Martin N. Osorio, Jamison T. Dumont, Morgan A. Pacheco, Jordyn E. Olle, Kaitlyn A. Wehrheim, Dorothy E. Turner; bottom row: Octavia E. Ramos, Elizabeth A. Eichman, Savanna L.

Stewart, Abby R. Dumas, Sarah E. Elmer, Jace K. Llamas, Mikaela C.

Myrin, Sydnie N. Downs, Matthew L. Reyes and Sarah K. Lotas.

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JOURDANTON HIGH SCHOOL 2015 SENIOR CLASS

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The Jourdanton High School Class of 2015 are: Alexander Aguero, Frankie Aguero, Margarita Aguilar, Robert Almendarez, Kendall Alvarez, Devin Alviso, Isaiah Arispe, Amber Bailey, Frank Balaszi, Andrew Baldwin, Kayli Beltran, Kaylee Benavides, Jordan Brister, Justin Brister, Derek Burns, Kloe Burris, Manuel Camacho, Michelle Carrasco, Sughely Cedeno Degro, Trenton Collett, Jacob Darrow, Zachary Daughtry, Brandon De Los Santos, Keatlynn Dickinson, Justin Dorroh, Jessica Eisenhauer, Megan Escalante, Bobbi Ferrell, Christian Fields, Amy Flores, Jesus Flores, Aaron Gaitan, Thomas Gaither, Adrianna Garcia, Alondra Garcia, Robert Garza, Sarah Gilson, Christa Gonzalez, Nicolas Gonzales, Victor Gonzales, Eleni Guajardo, Charles Guerra, Elizabeth Guerrero, Monique Guzman, Tristan Handforth, Keith Harlan, Hailey Higginbotham, Hayden Higginbotham, James Hime, Kaitlin Hindes, Stephen Hines, Ian Hons, Bryce Huddleston, Dejanira Huddleston, Diego Huddleston, Sheldon Hudson, Maricella Huerta, Abigail Iglesias, Troy Kindrick, Kathryn Klumb, Kathryn Krauskopf, Samuel Leos, Hannah Lindsay, Yvonne Longoria, Miranda Lopez, John Paul Lugo, Lisa Luna, Mia Mcintyre, Wyatt Martin, Alexander Martinez, Allison Matocha, Justin Meyer, Jarred Miller, Marissa Muckleroy, Samantha Muckleroy, Ashley Myers, Brynn Odom, William Olson, Andres Ortiz, Joseph Ortiz, Rosalio Oviedo Gomez, Kaitlyn Palmer, Shawn Penn, Wesley Pesek, Mikayla Posas, Matthew Quiroga, Joshua Rackley, Katherine Ramirez, Nathan Ramos, Jordan Rankin,Elizabeth Reid, Colton Ricks, Kelsey Ripple, Colton Rodriguez, Mina Rodriguez-Trinidad, Martin Romo, Jesse Rosales, Bryon Ruble, Edward Ruiz, Brittany Ryan, Cheyenne Schuetz, Kailee Schwartz, Mikala Shelton, Savannah Sigel, Kimberly Soward, Tyler Stafford, Austin Stewart, Holden Tanner, Hunter Tanner, Clarissadence Thornton, Joseph Tijerina, Luis Torres, Valerie Vacca, Brittany Vanelli, Devin Vasquez, Carlos Vega, Armando Vidales, Reighlea Villarreal, Cristofa Wasylciw and Eric Wheeler. .

Congratulations

Class of 2015

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JOURDANTON HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL’S HONOR GRADUATES

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Seniors chosen as the 2015 Principal’s Honor Graudates are: Kathryn Klumb, Kaitlin Hindes, Kloe Burris, Sarah Gilson, Allison Matocha, Wesley Pesek, Amber Bailey, Ashley Myers, Eric Wheeler, Hannah Lindsay, Adrianna Garcia, Megan Escalante, Mikala Shelton, Samantha Muckleroy, Austin Stewart, Justin Meyer, Nicolas Gonzales, Victor Gonzales, Marissa Muckleroy, Thomas Gaither, Mikayla Posas, Yvonne Longoria, Amy Flores, Margarita Aguilar, Ian Hons, Keatlynn Dickinson, Bryce Huddleston, Michelle Carrasco, Justin Brister, Keith Harlan, Jesus Flores, Hailey Higginbotham, Zachary Daughtry, Stephen Hines, Elizabeth Reid, Jacob Darrow, Mia Mcintyre, Hayden Higginbotham, Valerie Vacca and Jordan Rankin.

MCHS Ceremony info

JHS Ceremony Info

Poteet HS Ceremony Info CHS Ceremony Info

Graduation Date: Saturday, May 30 at 7 p.m.

Graduation Date: Saturday, May 30, 2015 at 8 p.m.

Graduation Date: Friday, May 29 at 7:30 p.m.

Graduation Date: June 5, 2015 at 7 p.m.

Location: McMullen County ISD Cafetorium

Location: Indian Stadium

Location: Aggie Stadium

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Class Song: “Flying Away” by Michelle Carrasco, JHS Class of 2015

Class Song: “See You Again” by Wiz Khalifa (feat. Charlie Puth)

Class Song: “Star” by Bran Adams

Class Colors: maroon and white

Class Color: Blue

Colors: Blue and white Class Color: Aquamarine Class Flower: Indian Blanket

Class Flower: White Lotus Class Quote/Motto: “We don’t remember days...we remember moments.” Cesare Pavese

Class Motto: “The past is my heritage, the present my responsibility, the future – my challenge. Together we made memories that will forever last.”

SENIORS 2015

Song: “Fire and Gold” by Bea Miller

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CHARLOTTE HIGH SCHOOL 2015 SENIOR CLASS

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The Charlotte 2015 Senior Class, pictured left to right, front row: Ale Felan, Samantha Rodriquez, Manuel Rodriquez, Lupe Calvillo, Hannah Galvan, Angelica Lopez, Carina Hernandez, Salem Tijerina, Julissa Loa, Marissa Zuniga, Ashlee Hollingsworth, Marina Ramos, Jessie Jo Cantu, Ana Flores, Emily Gonzales, Jackie Luna, Selena Santiago, Jesse Gomez, Fabian Martinez, Brandon Rivas. Back row: Ricky Hernandez, Richard Blankenship, Carlos Rodriquez, Noah Luna, Jeremiah Schmidt, Ely Reyes, Amos Tijerina, James Deleon, Johnny Salinas, Zachary Campos, Logan Phillips, John Paul Benevidez, Adan Tijerina, Adrian Martinez, Damien Martinez and Adrian Sambrano.

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SENIORS

2015

Charlotte High School seniors who are in the Top 10 percent of their class, left to right: Zachary Campos, Salem Tijerina, Samantha Rodriguez and Adan Tijerina.

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POTEET HIGH SCHOOL 2015 SENIOR CLASS

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Poteet High School 2015 graduates: Daniel Alegre, Jay Almendarez, Justine Alvarado, Michael Balderas, Robert Balderaz, Esmeralda Benites, Angel Bermudez, Ashley Bermudez, Alyssa Buentello, Sierra Camero, Gabriela Cardenas, Jacob Chapa, Kristen Chapa, Caitlin Crisp, Shannon Dooley, Rebecca Escobar, Cassandra Estala, Joel Fernandez, Alyssa Flores, Michael Flores, Stephen Gamez, Adam Garcia, Nicholas Garcia, Valerie Garcia, Brittany Garza, Lorraina Godina, Clarissa Gomez, John Gomez, Enrique Gonzales, Vanessa Gonzales, Jessie Guajardo, Jacquelyn Guerra, Jaelynn Guerra, Joseph Guerra, Maeghan Guerra, Raymond Guerra, Jake Hamm, Victoria Harris, Joslyn Huizar, Shyanne Hutchison, Amanda Jackson, Charity Keeling, Antonia Lopez, Tristan Lozano, Austin Luebano, Zachary Mancha, Simon Marroquin, Ashley Martinez, Kandace Martinez, Justin Menchaca, Marisela Montoya, Danielle Muenster, Moses Munoz, Michael Newport, Christian Oliva, Frank Oliva, David Olivarri, AlexisOrdaz, Cristobal Orta, Kary Ortega, Uthman Ortega, Juliana Pansza, Jeremy Pascarella, Ross Payne, Alma Pena, Jennifer Perez, Joe Ponce, Cassandra Ramos, Elexis Ramos, Rene Reyes, Ciro Rocha, Amber Rodriguez, Marina Rodriguez, Ray Rodriguez, Vincent Rodriguez, Roxie Roe, Destini Ruiz, Martina Salazar, James Sanchez, Tessa Sanchez, Alexis Santos, Xavier Sisnero, Savanah Stephens, Alyssa Stephenson, Rosemary Tijerina, April Valadez, Alyssa Valdez, Jazmyn Velazquez, Jesenia Velazquez, Caleb Vera, DesireeVillanueva, Joseph Villareal, Kenna Weikle, Justin Wilson, Elyza Ybarra Rios. Also pictured are staff and teachers, Jozelle Guerra, Laura Vega, Debbie Akers, Julie Poth, Matt Sutherland, Ruth Ann Olivares, Sylvia Moranare Jeff Kennedy. Poteet High School graduates not pictured are: Gabriel Emmanuel Abrego, Mike Trevino Aguilar, Dario Anthony Alvarado Jr., Logan Tyler Avelar, Adem Timothy Ray Baird, Christian Carrasco, Jason Ryan Contreras, Evita Bonae Escobar, Eugene Fernandez Jr., Maria Mercedes Fernandez, Lori Marlise Harrington, Michael Anthony Ibarra, Andrew Ryan Leal, Triston Wayne Marriott, Eric Anthony Martinez, Mason Jarrett Martinez, Nathaniel Phillip Menchaca, Daisy G. Mendoza, Darren Rene Rodriguez, Panfilo Sanchez, Raymundo Noel Soto Garcia, Liliana Marie Wiederhold and Raul Adam Ybarra.

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2015 MCMULLEN COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES

Poteet Top 10 Percent for the class of 2015, left to right, bottom row: Staci Simmons (Val), Rebekah Wagner (Sal), Stephen Gamez, Jaelynn Guerra, Shannon Dooley, Caitlin Marie Crisp, back row: Amber Nichole Rodriguez, Zachary S. Mancha, Jake Hamm, Alexis Ordaz, Vanessa Gonzales and Tessa Sanchez.

McMullen Co. honor graduates Honor graduates at McMullen County High School in Tilden are: Amber Dee Acker, Martin Donald Soward, Jr., RaeAnn Marie Alexander, Waymon Dean COURTESY PHOTO Kuenstler, III, Lindy Faith The graduating senior class at McMullen County High School in Tilden consists of: Christopher Layne Chatman, Jordan Allen Voldan, Austen Matthew Serrata, William Dalton Ellis, Martin Don- Swaim, Victoria Cavazos ald Soward, Hailey Cheyeann Ruiz, Austin Tyler Brown, Fisher Doyle White, Waymon Dean (Trey) Kuenstler, Amber Dee Acker and John David McClure; front row- Lindy Faith Swaim, Mahala Hernandez and Fisher Blair Harper, Victoria Cavazos Hernandez, Mariah Ann Mesa and RaeAnn Marie Alexander. Doyle White.

Sports

District 30-4A Softball All-District Awards Released 2C Wednesday, May 27, 2015

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Squaws end SOFTBALL: REGION IV SEMIFINALS- NEEDVILLE BEATS JOURDANTON IN TWO GAMES amazing run in playoffs Squaws ousted by Needville in grand fashion WEIMAR– After the Squaws were defeated by Needville last week, my season has come to an end for high school sports. Jourdanton advanced to the Region IV semifinals with playoff wins over Lytle, Beeville and Ingleside. Just For Well when Kicks you compete in the fourth round of the postseason in any sport opponents will become much harder to beat. And Needville’s shortstop is committed to play softball at Alabama. Yeah, the Alabama Crimson Tide. Needville sprinted past Jourdanton in game one as the teams played at the Texas Lutheran University in Seguin. The Squaws lost 10-2 while committing multiple errors on defense. Game two was much different. Jourdanton seemed poised and determined to bounce back before the first pitch.

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Jourdanton suffers fourth round loss CHRIS FILOTEO SPORTS EDITOR

WEIMAR– With one swing of the bat the Squaws’ remarkable playoff run was cut short after an 8-5 loss in game two against Needville last week. The two teams battled in the Region IV semifinals amongst a constant downpour throughout the first three innings. After dropping game one 10-2 in Seguin at Texas Lutheran University, the Squaws bounced back in Weimar. “We did not play very well in game one, but we were still right there until the sixth inning,” Jourdanton head coach Chuck Ponton said. “We made some costly errors and when you are in the fourth round you just can not do that.” In game two, the Squaws improved from committing four errors the day before to holding Needville to two for most of the matchup. Jourdanton held a 5-2 lead going into the bottom of the seventh. Then, Needville sparked a six run frame topped See SQUAWS ELIMINATED, page 5C

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Jourdanton junior Karley Taylor safely slides into second base after the Needville shortstop drops the ball in the first inning in Weimar during game two. The Squaws fell to the Lady Jays 8-5 in the second matchup, which eliminated them from the postseason.

GOLF: DISTRICT 30-4A ALL-DISTRICT AWARDS

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The District 30-4A AllDistrict awards were released with several area players earning honors. The awards are as follow: Boys: First Team- Chase Arnold (Pleasanton); Shawn Graybill (Pleasanton); Joel Poth (Pleasanton); Garrett Bosquez (Pleasanton);

Clay Akers (Poteet). Second Team- Derek Burns (Jourdanton); Jerrell Mitchell (Pleasanton); Brendyn Brooks (Pleasanton); Ryan Arnold (Pleasanton); Patrick Gonzales (Poteet). Honorable MentionThomas Gaither (Jourdanton); Ethan Hargrove (Pleasanton); Chase Troell (Pleasanton); Jake Poth (Poteet).

Academic All-District: Pleasanton- Brendyn Brooks; Shawn Graybill; Jerrell Mitchell; Chase Troell; Ryan Arnold; Diego Diaz and Ethan Hargrove. Jourdanton- Thomas Gaither; Ian Hons and Wesley Pesek. Poteet- Clay Akers; Ross Mikolajczyk and Jake Hamm. Girls:

First Team- Annika Guerra (Pleasanton); Cheyenne Fernandez (Pleasanton); Tannah Salinas (Pleasanton). Second Team- Cassidy Fernandez (Pleasanton); Talie Carrasco (Pleasanton); Jillian Bartosh (Pleasanton); Mikaela Myrin (Pleasanton); Tori Jasik (Pleasanton). Honorable MentionMalia Smith (Pleasanton);

Sarah Brendel (Pleasanton); Sarah Gilson (Jourdanton); Amber Bailey (Jourdanton); Kaylee Benevides (Jourdanton). Academic All-District: Pleasanton- Cheyenne Fernandez; Mikaela Myrin; Annika Guerra; Tori Jasik; Tannah Salinas; Hannah Ward; Jillian Bartosh; Natalie Carrasco; Cassidy Fernandez; Sarah Brendel and Malia Smith. Jourdanton- Sarah Gilson; Amber Bailey; Brook Vyvlecka and Haley Wilkins.

TENNIS: STATE TOURNAMENT

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Juniors Heather Haines (left) and Jordan Stephenson pose with McMullen County head tennis coach Addie Stewart after placing third overall in girl’s doubles at the state meet.

McMullen County doubles partners Jordan Stephenson and Heather Haines won third place at the state tournament May 12-15 in College Station in inclement weather. “We were so close, but for us to get third place is an amazing accomplishment,” McMullen County head coach Addie Stewart said. “To compete at the highest level of competition shows how dedicated these athletes were and how hard they have worked. Seniors Hailey Ruiz and Mariah Mesa attended the tourney for the Cowgirls as alternates. McMullen County defeated Iredall in its first match of the tourney. The Cowgirls faced

Fort Davis in their second match, yet the weather played a major role with delays, Stewart said. “Our team started their second match at 1:30 in the morning,” she said. “They won the first set and the second was called at 2:30 to resume play at 8:30 the following morning.” Fort Davis won the first set 6-1 and took the second set 6-2. McMullen County was eliminated after dropping the third set 7-5. “We can be proud because the Fort Davis team went on to win the state championship,” Stewart said. “Now we will be working hard on the courts to make it to state again and win it next year.”

Texas senior overcomes adversity in pole vault

wo weekends ago, track and field athletes across the state of Texas had the opportunity to vie at the highest level of competition- the state meet. Pleasanton’s Cassie Sarah Leal and Elmer Tilden’s Makinna Off The Serrata Pitch both took home bronze medals in their respective events and represented Atascosa County with pride. With that being said, there was one other medalist at the state meet who really captured my attention. Charlotte Brown, a senior at Emory Rains High School, captured third in division 4A pole vault after clearing 11’-6’’. Brown’s feat is incredible, especially considering that she is blind. “I finally did it,” Brown said. “If I could send a message to anybody, it’s not about pole vaulting and it’s not about track. It’s about finding something that makes you happy despite whatever obstacles are in your way.” Brown was born with normal vision, but was diagnosed with cataracts at only 16 weeks. She underwent numerSee STATE TRACK MEET, page 4C

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Fully Extended Catch

would imagine a lot of Texas Longhorn baseball fans are smiling these days. And with good reason. Just a few days ago, and on May 3rd to be exact, the Horns looked dead in the water. Maggie As a fan I Rodriguez was so disappointed Sports I even Focus considered to quit watching them on the Longhorn Channel. It was on May 3 that the Longhorns lost a conference game to Texas Tech and dropped to 24-24 for the season. With the season-ending Big-12 TournaJOE DAVID CORDOVA | PLEASANTON EXPRESS

Poteet sophomore Alfonso Pena dives for a catch against Jourdanton defenders Coleman Hughes (left) and Nico Camarillo during a 7-on-7 football game last week in Pleasanton.

See LONGHORN BASEBALL, page 4C

SOFTBALL: DISTRICT 30-4A ALL-DISTRICT AWARDS

Torey Dumont District MVP

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Front row from left: Joey Esquivel, Katherine Ramirez, Valerie Vacca and Karley Taylor. Back row: Kristina Ramirez, Sheyanne Luckman, Bailey Longoria and Kelsey Ripple.

Payton Stroppe Co-Offensive MVP

Area athletes earn accolades CHRIS FILOTEO SPORTS EDITOR

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Front row from left are: Lexii Briseno, Zoe Bermea, Meranda Ramirez and Izela Rodriguez. Back row: Victoria Coronado, Cheyanne Gomez, Jazalynn Lopez and Paige Parris.

The District 30-4A All-District awards were released this week. The overall MVP was Pleasanton senior Torey Dumont. Co-offensive MVP’s were Jourdanton’s Kelsey Ripple and Pleasanton’s Payton Stroppe. Poteet’s Victoria Coronado was selected as New Comer of the Year. First Team- Sheyanne Luckman, Jourdanton (pitcher); Taylor Maddox, Pleasanton (catcher); Bailey Longoria, Jourdanton

(first base); Emily Sanchez, Pleasanton (second base); Jessica Eisenhauer, Jourdanton (third base); Claire Hubert, Pleasanton (shortstop); Brenda Leal, Pleasanton (outfield); Joey Esquivel, Jourdanton (outfield); Ashley Romero, Jourdanton (designated hitter). Second Team- Paige Parris, Poteet (pitcher); Gianne Salinas, Pleasanton (first base); Angel Arguijo, Pleasanton (third base); Katherine Ramirez, Jourdanton (outfield); Zoe Bermea, Poteet (outfield). Honorable Mention- Brianna Carrizales, Pleas-

anton; Krystin Piedra, Pleasanton; Kay Hubert, Pleasanton;Valerie Vacca, Jourdanton; Katherine Ramirez, Jourdanton; Alyssa Buentello, Poteet; Marina Rodriguez, Poteet. Academic All-District: Pleasanton- Gianne Salinas, Angel Arguijo, Larissa Pierce, Emily Sanchez, Claire Hubert, Kay Hubert, Brenda Leal and Torey Dumont. Poteet- Alyssa Buentello, Marina Rodriguez, Meranda Ramirez, Izela Rodriguez, Cheyanne Gomez, Lexii Briseno, Victoria Coronado, Zoe Bermea and Jazalynn Lopez.

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Pleasanton senior Kendra Perez stands with Express sports editor Chris Filoteo after recieving the Pleasanton Express Athletic Scholarship last week at the sports banquet.

Pleasanton held its annual sports banquet last week at the Civic Center. Numerous fans and parents watched studentathletes receive various awards in their respected sports. Senior Kendra Perez was chosen as the Pleasanton Express Athletic Scholarship recipient this year. The following awards and scholarships are as follow:

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BASEBALL Most Improved – Trace Vrana Mr. Baseball – Colton Knapp Eagle Heart Award – Taylor Webster Most Valuable Defensive Player – Keagan Downs Most Valuable Offensive Player – Kenny Cordova Most Valuable Player – Grant Jackson

Charlotte fans gather to support athletes SOFTBALL: Volleyball- Dominique Gonzales (MVP) CHARLOTTE and Naomi Garcia (Heart and Hustle). CHRIS FILOTEO SPORTS EDITOR

CHARLOTTE– The Charlotte Trojans held their annual sports banquet last week honoring their student-athletes after a successful season. Fans and parents packed the high school cafeteria to congratulate the student-athletes. The award recipients are as follow: Football- Adrian Martinez (offensive MVP) and Carlos Rodriguez (defensive MVP).

Basketball- Girls: Jackie Luna (MVP) and Emily Gonzales (Heart and Hustle). Boys: Adan Tijerina (MVP) and Eric Casares (Pride and Excellence). Softball- Gabriela Raimondi (MVP) and Makayla Groff (Pride and Excellence). Baseball- James DeLeon and Adan Tijerina (MVPs) and BJ Barrera (Heart and Hustle). Track- Girls: Emily Gonzales (MVP) Boys: Diego Jimenez (MVP). Cross Country- Elisa Ramos (MVP).

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

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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.

Lopez Receives Marco Murillo Scholarship

Pleasanton senior Josh Lopez smiles along side Robert Leonhardt after the Eagle was awarded the Marco Murillo scholarship.

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SOFTBALL Believe Award – Emily Sanchez, Gianne Salinas Softball Heart Award – Krystin Piedra Texas Award – Payton Stroppe Most Valuable Player – Torey Dumont BOYS BASKETBALL Eagle Pride Award – Jace Llamas Most Dedicated Player – David Caballero Most Valuable Offensive Player – Zach Smith Most Valuable Overall Player – Eric Del Toro GIRLS BASKETBALL Most Improved – Morgan Pacheco, Alexandra Yard Defensive Player of the Year – Sarah Bernal 6th Woman – Tannah Salinas Eagle Heart Award – Devyn Lucas, Mikaela Myrin, Morgan Pacheco, Krystin Piedra, Kassandra

Robles, Hayleigh Knapp, Tannah Salinas, Alexandra Yard, Sarah Bernal, Jennifer Castillo, Kennedy Tanner, Aubrey Guerra, Brooke Rutherford, Sarah Robles Most Valuable Player – Aubrey Guerra TENNIS Most Improved Girls – Emily Fullenwider, Jessica Skelton Most Improved Boys – Samuel Karsky, Daniel Minniear Eagle Pride Boy – Caleb Vickers Eagle Pride Girls – Katy Wells Most Outstanding Tennis Athletes – Amanda Cantu, Samantha Bast, Emily Fullenwider, Jessica Skelton, Katy Wells, Abriana Bertini, Joseph Minniear, Caleb Vickers GOLF Most Valuable Player See PLEASANTON SPORTS, page 5C

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.

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Trojanettes named to All-District teams

2015 Jourdanton Squaws & Indians

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Charlotte swept the District 30-2A All-District awards with Gabriela Raimondi earning MVP honors. Ashlyn Dillard was named Defensive Player of the Year for her performance on the diamond. The awards are as follow: First Team- Makayla Groff (pitcher); Iris Ramos (catcher); Selena Cantu (infield); Naomi Garcia (infield); Emily Gonzales (infield and outfield). Second Team- Kennedy Groff (outfield); Cortnee Branson (outfield).

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POTEET– The annual sports banquet was held at the Poteet high school cafeteria last week. Fans and parents gathered to congratulate the student-athletes on the past season. The award recipients are as follow: FOOTBALL- Patryk Estrada (MVP); James Sanchez (most valuable wide receiver); Alfonso Pena (co-most valuable running back); Anthony Ambriz (co-most valuable running back); Hector Garcia (most valuable offensive lineman); Emmanuel Vega (most valuable defensive back); Darren Rodriguez (most valuable linebacker); Robert Balderaz (Aggie Pride).

VOLLEYBALL- Tessa Sanchez (MVP); Zoe Bermea (Blood and Guts); Selena Richardson (defensive player of year); Cayla Otwell (offensive player of year); Lasette Gonzales (Aggie Pride). CROSS COUNTRY- Jasmine Oliva (MVP); Brandon Ramos (MVP); Destiny Sustaita (Aggie Pride); Jonah Herrera (Aggie Pride). GIRLS BASKETBALLCheyanne Gomez (MVP); Jasmine Richardson (hustle); Selena Richardson (Aggie Pride); Charity Keeling (Aggie Pride). BOYS BASKETBALLJames Sanchez (MVP); Ruben Ramirez (Aggie Pride). POWERLIFTING- Amanda Rivera (MVP); Noelia Reyes (Aggie Pride); Angel Bermudez (MVP); Raul Guerra (Aggie Pride). TENNIS- Emily Reyes

(MVP); Laurie Mancha (most improved player); Vanessa Gonzales (leadership); Charity Keeling (Aggie Pride); Julian Meyer (MVP); Adam Ybarra (most improved player); Zachary Mancha (leadership); Michael Balderas and Jace Meyer (Aggie Pride). GOLF- Clay Akers (MVP); Patrick Gonzales (Aggie Pride). SOFTBALL- Alyssa Buentello (MVP); Victoria Coronado (MVP offense); Marina Rodriguez (MVP defense); Paige Parris (Aggie Pride). BASEBALL- Ray Rodriguez (MVP); Justin Menchaca (Aggie Pride). TRACK AND FIELD- Jasmine Richardson (MVP); Esmeralda Benites (Aggie Pride); James Sanchez (MVP); Emmanuel Vega (Aggie Pride).

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Three Poteet student-athletes pose for a photo after earning athletic scholarships at the annual sports banquet. Pictured from left are: Zach Mancha, Tessa Sanchez and James Sanchez.

Charlotte Athletes Awarded Scholarships

State hoops tournament remains in San Antonio FROM UIL REPORTS

The University Interscholastic League Girls and Boys Basketball State Tournaments will return to the San Antonio Alamodome in 2016 and 2017 the League announced Thursday. The Alamodome hosted the tournaments for the first time in 2015. San Antonio was selected partly due to competitive hotel rates and attractions, which made it the ideal destination for student athletes and fans. The UIL reached a two-year agreement that will bring the Girls and Boys Basketball State Tournaments back to the Alamodome for 2016 and 2017. “The Alamodome was extremely hospitable and helpful during the planning phases and as the host of the UIL Basketball Tournaments this year,” said UIL Executive Director ADOLPHUS SANCHEZ JR. | PLEASANTON EXPRESS Charles Breithaupt. Charlotte seniors pose for a photo after receiving athletic scholarships at the sports banquet. From left are: Adan Tijerina, Emily Gonzales and James DeLeon. “We look forward to improving upon the excellent tournaments and the activity. providing a convenient, Please include the grade first class event at the San and school (if applicable) Antonio Alamodome.” CHRIS FILOTEO encourage our readers to the photo to the Express’ of school-aged children. “Our ultimate goal has SPORTS EDITOR send photos of summer sports editor Chris FiloWe can’t guarantee always been to create a time activites. teo via email at cfiloteo@ when a picture will pubmemorable experience for With summer approachSnap a summer picture pleasantonexpress.com. lish, but we can mention the coaches, athletes, their ing, the opportunity to and send it to us. We ask you to identify every photo submitted will families and fans,” said snap summer pictures is Whether it’s hunting, each individual photobe in the paper. Alamodome General Manupon us. fishing, or playing sports graphed, along with genager Nick Langella. Here at the Express, we all you have to do is send eral information regarding “We are thrilled with the

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ous surgeries to stabilize her eyes and improve her vision and all seemed well. However, Brown started to lose her eyesight again when she turned 11. Now, she is only able to see a mixture of shades of light and dark. “It took me three years to get on the podium, and

I finally did it,” Brown said. “This story … really wasn’t about me. It was about everybody that struggles with something.” Brown’s story is undoubtedly an inspiration to athletes across the globe. Indeed, her story goes to show that you can accomplish anything with the right amount of dedication

and perseverance. Malcolm X put it best when he said: “There is nothing better than adversity. Every defeat, every heartbreak, every loss, contains its own seed, its own lesson on how to improve your performance the next time.”

opportunity to host the state basketball tournaments for the next 2 years, and we will continue to do everything possible to make the UIL feel at home here in San Antonio.” The first UIL Basketball State Tournament was played in Austin in 1921. Gregory Gym on the University of Texas at Austin campus began hosting the boy’s tournament beginning in 1931, and the girl’s tournament was added in 1951. The Frank Erwin Center on the University of Texas at Austin campus hosted the boys and girls state basketball tournaments from 1978-2014. Tickets for the 2016 Basketball State Tournaments will go on sale Tuesday, May 26. The 2016 Girls Basketball State Tournament will be March 3-5, the 2016 Boys Basketball State Tournament will be March 10-12. All-tournament tickets may be purchased at Ticketmaster.com, all participating Ticketmaster locations, and at the Alamodome Box Office or by calling 1-800-745-3000. Personal checks will not be accepted. Tickets for individual tournament sessions will go on sale the week of the event.

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ment looming close, that kind of record would get them nowhere and they certainly did not look like a team that could rebound. There was so much disappointment at the 40 acres that there was talk that longtime Longhorn coach Augie Garrido was the next UT coach to get the ax. Six games later the Longhorns not only won five of them to improve to 30-25, they won the conference tournament with a win over nationally-ranked Oklahoma State to earn

an automatic bid to the NCAA’s regional tournament at Dallas. The Horns will be the third-seeded team in the double-elimination tournament behind first seed and host Dallas Baptist and second-seeded Oregon State. The Horns will open tournament play Friday, May 29 at 1:30 p.m. against Oregon State. Virginia Commonwealth is the fourth team in the tournament. For Texas the sudden success means that they still have time to prove that they are a better team than their record and recent performances indicate. Garrido said the opportunity to advance gives his Horns “a new beginning.” At the beginning of the season expectations were high for the Horns to win a national championship after coming within a victory of advancing to the championship game last year. They also returned the bulk of the team for this season. I got hooked on the Horns after one of my favorite high school players, Michael Cantu of Corpus

Christi Moody, was recruited by Garrido. I saw Cantu play in the state tournament and the big kid had a lot of talent as a catcher, pitcher and power hitter. The big strapping catcher stands 6-3 and weighs 240 pounds and best of all he has a gun for an arm. He has caught the eye of major league scouts and opposing players with his ability to throw out runners. In one particular game early in the season I saw him throw a runner out while on his knees. But Cantu does not always start at catcher for Texas. Garrido likes to alternate him with Tres Barrera at first base and catcher other times he starts Cantu as the designated hitter and plays Kacy Clements at first base. I would like to see Cantu as the catcher all the time.I suspect the key to Texas’ success will be their pitching. It has faltered at times this year but if they improve on the mound, the Longhorns have the talent to go all the way. Go Horns!

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Jourdanton head softball coach Chuck Ponton addresses the crowd during a pep rally last week at the high school gym.

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~ Boy – Chase Arnold, Shawn Graybill Most Improved Player ~ Boys – Brendyn Brooks Most Valuable Player ~ Girl – Annika Guerra Most Improved ~ Girl – Cassidy Fernandez POWERLIFTING Most Dedicated Boy – Eric Perez Newcomer of the Year Boy – Sisto Pacheco Most Valuable Boy – Jonathon Ricks Most Dedicated Girl – Bianca Martinez Newcomer of the Year Girl – Sophia Romero Eagle Heart Award – Kristianna Kelley Most Valuable Girl – Kendra Perez GIRLS SOCCER Funniest Moment of the Year – Sarah Elmer Teammate of the Year – Sarah Elmer Kombaini Kwa Moyo – Jordyn Olle

We Are Marshall – Liana Garcia BOYS SOCCER Newcomer of the Year – Reece Garcia Eagle Heart Award – Josh Lopez Offensive Most Valuable Player – Rene DeLaGarza Defensive Most Valuable Player – Fernando Saldana BOYS TRACK Newcomer of the Year – Hunter Smith Most Improved – Zeke Casas Eagle Heart Award – Jacob Turner Most Valuable – Josh Lopez GIRLS TRACK Newcomer of the Year – Megan Huizar, Ayanna Oltivero Most Improved – Ashley Huizar Most Dedicated – Jordyn Olle Most Valuable Girl –

Cassie Leal CROSS COUNTRY Most Improved Girl – Ashley Huizar Most Dedicated Girl – Sydnie Downs Most Valuable Girl – Cassie Leal Most Improved Boy – Fernando Saldana Most Dedicated Boy – Eric Garza Most Valuable Boy – Chris Hernandez VOLLEYBALL Miss Eagle Pride – Brooke Rutherford Eagle Co-Offensive Players of the Year – Tori Jasik, Morgan Pacheco Eagle Defensive Player of the Year – Claire Hubert Most Valuable Players – Seleste Griego, Torey Dumont FOOTBALL Outstanding Back – Offense – Josh Lopez, Garrett Bosquez

Outstanding Back – Defense – Cade Smith Outstanding Lineman – Offense – Crockett Mokry Outstanding Interior Defender – Andrew Garcia Outstanding Receiver – Garrett Marotta Most Dedicated Player – Eric Perez Most Valuable Player – Special Teams – Juvenal Licona Most Valuable PlayerDefense – Colton Knapp Most Valuable PlayerOffense – Anthony Leal HIGHEST ACADEMIC GIRL – Sarah Elmer HIGHEST ACADEMIC BOY – Jace Llamas MOST OUTSTANDING SENIOR GIRL – Cassie Leal, Jordyn Olle MOST OUTSTANDING SENIOR BOY – Colton Knapp, Josh Lopez Marco Murillo Memorial Scholarship – $500: Josh Lopez Pleasanton Express Excellence Award – $350: Kendra Perez PABC SCHOLARSHIPS: Outstanding Athlete

Award Scholarship: Colton Knapp Josh Lopez Cassie Leal Jordyn Olle Excellence Award Scholarship: Eric Garza Sydnie Downs Morgan Pacheco Gianne Salinas Liana Garcia Torey Dumont Seleste Griego Eagle Pride Award Scholarship: Kendra Perez Sarah Lotas Book Award Scholarship: Sarah Elmer Brooke Rutherford David Caballero Emily Fullenwider Dorothy Turner Jace Llamas Emily Sanchez Kristyn Leija Mikaela Myrin Cheyenne Fernandez Abby Dumas Kassandra Robles Richard Garcia Katy Wells

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Jourdanton pitcher Bailey Longoria throws to first base for an out during game two against Needville.

with a walk off grand slam to win the series. “It was a muddy mess,” Ponton said about game two. “It did not matter to our girls. We were in control the whole game. We played much better, but errors cost us again. Losing on a walk off grand slam hurts, but our kids had a great run. We will have to learn from our mistakes.” Jourdanton took a 1-0 lead after Needville walked the bases loaded. The Lady Jays answered with a run in the same frame to tie the game. As both teams walked on the sloshy diamond the rain poured down and the game was delayed momentarily. In the fourth, the Squaws scored two runs to take a 3-1 lead. The following frame Needville had a call overturned, which gave the Lady Jays two outs and two runners on base. After Needville scored a run, shortstop Karley Taylor made a salty catch to end the inning. In the sixth, Taylor

drove in an RBI to extend the Squaws’ lead with one out. Kesley Ripple smacked a sacrifice fly to the outfield, which drove in another run to make the score 5-2 with two outs. In the seventh Jourdanton quickly had two runners on base, but the Needville pitcher caught a laser up the middle and threw to first base for a double play to end the inning. The Lady Jays capitalized off a Jourdanton error to make the score 5-3 with one out. After another RBI hit, Needville found itself with two runners on base and down by one run. With the bases loaded, Caroline Briscoe slammed a walk off grand slam to win 8-5. Taylor and Ripple led Jourdanton at the plate with 2 RBI each while Jessica Eisenhauer added another RBI in the loss. Bailey Longoria tossed 6.1 innings with two strikeouts while Sheyanne Luckman pitched in relief. In game one, Longoria knocked in the lone RBI

after going 1-for-3 with one run. Inside the circle, Longoria threw five frames with two strikeouts while Luckman pitched two innings with one strikeout. Despite the fourthround exit, Jourdanton left everything on the diamond during its playoff run. “I am very proud of the way our girls came together as a team,” Ponton said. “We got better each week. I think we became a scrappy little ball club.”

However, with rain in the area both teams warmed up with a steady drizzle. Then, during the national anthem the rain poured down. Once Jourdanton had two runners on base in the first inning and the game was postponed due to weather. The field became unfit to compete as the dirt quickly formed into mud. After the first inning was completed the umpires delayed the game again due to rain. At that point I knew it was going to be a long game amidst sloppy conditions. Once the rain calmed down and eventually stopped, both teams settled in to play. Jourdanton was a different team from game one. The Squaws didn’t make an error while Needville scrambled to find momentum. There are a few games I can fondly recall covering for newspapers that are memorable. Game two definitely fit the bill. As the Squaws led 5-2 going into the bottom of the seventh inning, Jourdanton’s crowed cheered as Needville’s fans sat in despair. In a blink of an eye, the Lady Jays knocked a game winning grand slam to win the game, along with advancing to the Region IV finals. Just like that Jourdanton was eliminated. But the final score doesn’t reflect how tough those girls played in Weimar. They left everything on the diamond knowing their season was on the line. Sure, they lost and are out of the playoffs. However, they were the last Atascosa County team in the playoffs. Jourdanton went to the fourth round, which is much further than any other area team in some time. The Squaws must remain positive as they represented their town with courage, pride and honor. They weren’t bothered by who beat them in district competition. They kept their cool and played softball. And that’s all you can ask for as a coach, parent and fan. They definitely gave it their all throughout the season. Congrats on a wonderful run in the playoffs!

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Jourdanton junior Sheyanne Luckman connects with a pitch during game two.

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Sophomore right fielder Kristina Ramirez hits her cutoff in game one.

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Sophomore Kylar Guzman safely slides home scoring a run for Jourdanton in game two.

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Senior centerfielder Kelsey Ripple makes a catch during game two.

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Head coach Chuck Ponton discusses strategy with catcher Valerie Vacca and pitcher Bailey Longoria in game one.

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Senior second baseman Katherine Ramirez throws a Needville runner out at first base in game two.

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Thanks USPS You probably took part Many of our churches are in the Post Office food too small and can’t really drive for CAM. Well support a fully stocked Folks, we received over 15 pantry, so we are going thousand pounds of food!!! back to having CAM be the Isn’t that wondercentral place to go ful. Our thanks to for help. We need all the postal carriers more of the indiwho did all the pickvidual churches up work, and to all to send a reprethose who donated. sentative to our When the Ministerial meetings. Please Alliance in Atascosa contact Don Housh, County began trying CAM President with to centralize the help your questions and for those needing comments. help securing food Hope you all had and clothes, emera wonderful Memogency supplies and rial Day, and thank Verdilizer basically caring adults all those you meet who could help them, who have served I don’t think anyone our country. dreamed how successDon’t forget that ful this effort would be. our Verdi Community CenThe Ministerial Alliance ter Meeting is this coming has been floundering Thursday at 7:30 at the lately and several churches Center on FM 1784. Hope I have tried to keep their get to come so I can say HI! own “food pantry” and To all of you. it’s not working so well.

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USDA announces $30 million available to develop new products Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that USDA is making $30 million available to farmers, ranchers and food entrepreneurs to develop new product lines. Funding will be made available through USDA’s Value-Added Producer Grant (VAPG) program. “Farmers and ranchers are creative people who, with a little help, can put that creativity to work and improve the bottom line for their operations,” Vilsack said. “Value-Added Producer Grants enable them to develop new product lines to grow their businesses and expand their contributions to our nation’s economy. This support is especially important for beginning

Hailey Higginbotham (right) with her-2nd Black AOB Steer. Also pictured with Hailey is Justin Taylor, Lane Lanier, John Lanier, Jourdanton FFA Advisor and Abbie Lanier. Cheyenne Northcut took 3rd with her Heavy Finewool Cross Lamb, photo not available.

farmers, military veterans engaging in farming and smaller farm operations participating in the local and regional food system.” “Investing in the creative ideas of innovative Texans will result in a positive step towards rural economic and community development,” said Paco Valentin, Texas Rural Development State Director. “We are pleased to offer this opportunity to farmers, ranchers and producers whose endeavors will strengthen rural communities and fuel innovation.” More information on how to apply is on page 26528 of the May 8 Federal Register (http://www.gpo. See USDA, page 8C

Aidyn Guzman placed 5th with his Class 2 Goat at the Austin Livestock Show.

At the Austin Livestock Show Hunter Rankin placed 2nd with her Class 4 Goat.

From Battleground to breaking ground Are you a military veteran or active duty military, small farmer or rancher, woman interested in agri-

business, a beginning farmer or rancher interested infarming or ranching? This FREE workshop focuses on agriculture business startup, business plan development, possibilities for farming/ranching with a disability and financial funding for agriculture enterprises. The workshop is on Saturday, June 6 at Texas A&M University-San Antonio, One University Way, San Antonio. Registration starts at 8 a.m. You may register online at txagrability.tamu.edu or call Erin Pilosi-Kimbrough, Program Coordinator, (979) 847-6185 or email empilosi@ ag.tamu.edu You can also call Roy Flora, Bexar County, Agriculture & Natural Resource Agent at (210)467-6575 or email Roy.Flora@ag.tamu. edu.

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MONICA MORALES Monica Romero Morales of Jourdanton passed away Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at the age of 86. She was born May 4, 1929 in Jourdanton to Sebastian and Juanita (Garza) Romero. Monica is survived by her husband, Juan Y. Morales; sons, Ricardo Morales and wife Rachel of Humble, Raul Morales of Jourdanton and Gerard Morales and wife Christie of San Antonio; daughters, Maria E. Melancon and husband Robert of San Antonio, Juanita Romero of San Antonio, Estella

Guadiano and husband Albert of San Antonio, Linda Ziegel and husband Dean of Fredricksburg, Virginia, Gloria Morales of Jourdanton, Melida Lopez and husband Sid of Jourdanton and Angie Morales of Jourdanton. She is also survived by brother, Tomas “Tommy” Romero and wife Debbie of Jourdanton, 23 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Monica is preceded in death by her parents, Sebastian and Juanita Romero; granddaughter, Jade Morales and great-grandson, Gabriel Hinojosa VI. Visitation was held at Hurley Funeral Home in Pleasanton on Friday, May 22 from 2- 9 p.m. with a rosary recited at 7 p.m. A funeral Mass was given on Saturday, May 23 at 10 a.m. at St. Matthew Catholic Church, 1700 Campbell in Jourdanton. Interment followed at San Jose Cemetery in Jourdanton. Anyone wishing to leave condolences for the family, share memories or sign the guestbook may do so at hurleyfuneralhome.com.

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RICARDO RUIZ IRENE GUZMAN Irene Guzman, age 70, of Pleasanton, passed away Friday, May 22, 2015 in San Antonio. She is survived by her daughters, Esther Beasly of Pleasanton, and Grace Guzman of Pleasanton; son, Robert Guzman of Jourdanton; brothers, Placido Tijerina, Jr. of Pleasanton and Martin Tijerina of Poteet; sisters, Dominga Tijerina of Jourdanton, Ernestina Garcia of Arlington, Angelina Aguilar of Pearsall, Minerva Trevino of Jourdanton, and Lydia Cantu of Elmendorf. Irene is also survived by her five grandchildren, four great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Placido and Fermina (Bosquez) Tijerina; and son, David Guzman. Graveside services at Chilipitin Cemetery in Charlotte will be held at a later date. Anyone wishing to sign the guestbook, share memories or issue condolences for the family may do so at hurleyfuneralhome.com.

Ricardo Carrasco Ruiz, age 66, of Whitsett, passed away at his residence, Friday, May 22, 2015. He enjoyed music and dancing, hunting, fishing, riding horses, roping, and going to the casinos. Most of all he loved being around and spending time with his family, camping and just spending time outside. He really liked hot rods, old cars, traveling and sports; especially baseball and football. Ricardo was a member of VFW Post 6970 in Poteet, where he served as the honor guard bugler. He is survived by his wife, Raquel Ruiz of Whitsett; sons, Rick Anthony and wife Elizabeth of San Antonio, and Ozzie Ruiz of Whitsett; and daughter, Jessica Evans and husband Jermaine of Ft. Worth. Ricardo is also survived by his brother, Mariano Ruiz and wife Sharon of Puyallup, Washington; and grandchildren, Mariah and Julius Shankle, Savannah and Ivan Ponce, and Benjamin, Elijah and Eliana Ruiz. He was preceded in death by his parents, Antonio and Esther (Carrasco) Ruiz; and brother, Benjamin Ruiz. Visitation will be held at Hurley Funeral Home, Pleasanton, from 2 - 9 p.m., with a rosary recited at 7 p.m., Tuesday, May 26, 2015. Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Campbellton, at 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 27. Interment will follow in Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Whitsett. Serving as pallbearers for Ricardo’s service will be: Joel Villarreal, Jr. Gonzalez, Rocky Serna, Sr., Sam Leal, Jr., Eric Ruiz, and Carlos Torres. Serving as an honorary pallbearer will be: David Mauricio. Anyone wishing to sign the guestbook, share memories or issue condolences for the family may do so at hurleyfuneralhome.com.

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ESSIE SCHROEDER Essie Nadine Schroeder passed away Sunday, May 24, 2015 at the age of 89 in Pleasanton. Nadine was born in Shawnee, Oklahoma on November 30, 1925 to Lloyd and Estella Tucker and was the fifth of six children. At the age of 17 while visiting her married sister, Lillian Estes in Mercedes, Nadine met Jack Pershing Parker in the summer of 1943, and then they married that September. They soon started a family, having two boys and one girl and lived in the Rio Grande Valley and later Crystal City. After only 8 years of marriage a health condition caused Jack’s death in 1951. Nadine worked in local retail stores to raise her three small children until she acquired a position in Mercedes with Southwestern Bell Telephone Co./AT&T. In later years she transferred to Austin where she retired in 1980. Prior to her retirement Nadine married Albert T. Schroeder in Taylor and they lived there 28 years until Albert’s death in 2008. Nadine moved to her daughter and son-in-law’s home in Pleasanton in early 2009. Nadine was raised during the depression years and learned to conserve and to work hard. As a young girl, she learned many jobs in their home, even picking cotton in their fields. She learned well from her mother the arts of cooking and sewing. She was her happiest in the kitchen cooking big meals or baking cinnamon rolls, breads, or her families’ favorite cakes and pies. She was always willing to bake a cake for an ill friend or special occasion. Her sewing talents allowed her in the early years to make clothes for herself and her children as well as doing furniture upholstery. She was creative in making all types of crafts and re-

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gov/fdsys/pkg/FR-2015-0508/html/2015-10440.htm). Please direct any additional questions to the Texas USDA Rural Development State Office at (254) 742-9780. The deadline to submit paper applications is July 7. Electronic applications submitted through grants.gov are due July 2. VAPG grants can be used to develop new product lines from raw agricultural products or additional uses for already developed product lines. Military veterans, socially disadvantaged, and beginning farmers and ranchers; operators of

small- and medium-sized family farms and ranches; farmer and rancher cooperatives; and applicants that propose mid-tier value chain projects are given special priority in applying for VAPGs. Additional priority is given to group applicants who seek funding for projects that “best contribute” to creating or increasing marketing opportunities for these type of operators. Since 2009, USDA has awarded 853 Value-Added Producer Grants totaling $104.5 million. Approximately 19 percent of the grants and 13 percent of

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ceived blue ribbons in local craft shows with her dolls and pillows. She took joy in giving her crafts as gifts to her family and friends. Nadine loved her family and enjoyed having big family gatherings. She had a good sense of humor, loved to make others laugh and play jokes. She enjoyed attending the local dances, local supper clubs and traveling. Nadine had a love and tender heart for cats. She would take in stray cats and feed them even if they were wild. She just couldn’t stand to see them go hungry. During the years Nadine lived in Taylor she was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church. She is preceded in death by her parents, two husbands, three brothers and two sisters. She is survived by her two sons, Eddie Parker and daughter-in-law Shirley of Bishop and Daniel Parker of Arlington; daughter, Carlene Feemster and son-inlaw Kenneth of Pleasanton; one sister-in-law, Darlene Parker of Rapid City, South Dakota; five granddaughters, Deborah Lord and husband Keith of Sugarland, Melanie Williams and husband Jeffery of Euless, Emily Repp and husband David of Kyle; Cynthia DeShan and husband David of Midland, Diana Gaddy and husband Marcus of Pooler, Georgia; one grandson, Steven Parker and wife Vanessa of Friendswood; 12 great-grandchildren, Jenna Parker, Mackenzie Parker, Paige Parker, Caroline Lord, Christopher Lord, Logan Repp, Lilly Repp, Eric DeShan and wife Shelley, Catherine DeShan and husband Josh, Rebecca DeShan, Kyle Gaddy, Kelsey Gaddy; four great-great-grandchildren, Kate DeShan, Levi DeShan, Emma DeShan, Clara DeShan; several nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Friday, May 29 from 6 - 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM, Saturday, May 30, 2015 at the Providence Funeral Home Chapel in Taylor with Dr. David DeShan officiating. Burial will follow at the Taylor City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, Memorial donations may be made in Nadine’s memory to Alzheimer’s Association at www.alz.org or to the Charity of your choice. You are invited to share your words of comfort in an online tribute at www.Providencefuneralhome.com in Essie Nadine Schroeder’s memory. total funding has been awarded to beginning farmers and ranchers. During the 2013-2014 funding cycle, nearly half of VAPG awards went to farmers and ranchers developing products for the local food sector. ValueAdded Producer Grants are a key element of the USDA’s Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food Initiative, which coordinates the Department’s work on local and regional food systems. Secretary Vilsack has identified local and regional food systems as one of the four See USDA, page 12C

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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) ATASCOSA WILDLIFE SUPPLY is now hiring welders. Please apply at 1204 Zanderson Ave., Jourdanton. No phone calls please. (28-31c)

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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. 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. Compensation is at a rate of $200 per week plus $100 per completed and submitted crisis assessment, and mileage. If interested please call Camino Real Community Services 210-357-0359. EOE.

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LOT SHREDDING, yards cut & trimmed, stump & cactus removal, clean up & trash haul off, landscaping. Will pick up metal or iron for free. Mike 210-237-8607.

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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. (28tfn)

MONTES LANDSCAPING Lawn maintenance. Residential and commercial mowing, weed eating, edging, fertilizing, weed control, leaf removal, planting, sod installation, hedge trimming, pruning/small tree work. Call Gus 830-2001130. (16-18p19f)

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LPHA Position in Atascosa and Frio Co. Primarily responsible for the provision of counseling services to adults receiving services from Camino Real’s Crisis Residential Unit located in Pearsall,Texas. Requires Master’s degree with major in social, behavioral or human services, plus one of the following Texas licensures: LCSW, or LPC. 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.

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Automobiles

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

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of OLIVIA P. LONGORIA, Deceased, were issued on May 18, 2015, in Cause No. 7604, pending in the County Court of Law of Atascosa County, Texas, to: ENRIQUE LONGORIA. All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. c/o: Enrique Longoria, Representative, Estate of OLIVIA P. LONGORIA PO Box 254 Charlotte, Texas 78011 DATED the 26th day of May, 2015.

Iris B. Porter Attorney for Enrique Longoria State Bar No.: 00789554 1301 Courthouse Circle Jourdanton, TX 78026 Telephone: 830-7693511 Facsimile: 830-769All proposals shall be 2485 irisbporter@ delivered to the PISD E-mail: Central Office, Attn: Dr. gmail.com (29c) Matthew Mann A pre-proposal conference will be conducted at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, June 1, 2015, at the PISD Central Office board room, 831 Stadium Drive, Pleasanton, Texas 78064.

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2001 ACURA /TL (BLUE) VIN # Notice is hereby given 19UUA56701A021637 that original Letters Tes- TAG # BMZ6368 tamentary for the Estate (29c) of Trinidad G. Salazar, Deceased, were issued NOTICE OF on May 18, 2015, in APPLICATION FOR Cause No. 7596, pendCOMMERCIAL OIL & ing in the County Court GAS WASTE of Law of Atascosa DISPOSAL WELL County, Texas, to: Irene PERMIT IN A Martinez Reyes. NON-PRODUCTIVE ZONE All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law.

Longbranch Energy, L.P., P.O. Box 716, Center, TX 75935 is applying to the Railroad Commission of Texas for a permit to dispose of produced salt water c/o: Representative, or other oil and gas Estate of Trinidad G. waste by well injection into a porous formation Salazar not productive of oil and Irene Martinez Reyes gas. 829 E. Adams Pleasanton, Texas The applicant proposes 78064 to dispose of oil and gas DATED the 26th day of waste into the Edwards Formation, Atascosa May, 2015. Waterhouse, Well #1. The proposed disposal Iris B. Porter Attorney for Irene Marti- well is located 0.5 miles East of Campbellton, TX nez Reyes State Bar No.: 00789554 in the Eagleville (Eagle 1301 Courthouse Circle Ford – 1) Field in Atascosa County. The waste Jourdanton, TX 78026 Telephone: 830-769- water will be injected into the subsurface depth 3511 Facsimile: 830-769- interval from 10,350 to 11,000 feet. 2485 E-mail: irisbporter@ Legal Authority: Chapter gmail.com 27 of the Texas Water (29c) Code, as amended, Title 3 of the Texas Natural Resource Code, Wish Your as amended, and the Rules of the Loved Ones A Statewide Oil and Gas Division of the Railroad CommisHappy sion of Texas.

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Requests for a public hearing from persons who can show they are adversely affected or requests for further information concerning any aspect of the application should be submitted in writing, within 15 days of publication, to the Environmental Services Section, Oil and Gas Division, Railroad Commission of Texas, P.O. Box 12967, Austin, TX 78711 (Telephone 512-463-6792). 29p

CITATION BY PUBLICATION

Wednesday, May 27, 2015 to an 8” diameter creosote post for an angle point;

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S 77-57-10 E 483.75 feet to an 8” diameter creosote TO: LOUIS GUTIERES, post for an angle point; also known as LOUIS GUTTIEREZ, his un- S 66-53-17 E 302.83 feet known heirs and assigns, to an 8” diameter creosote and all persons claiming post for an angle point; any interest in land under the deed heretofore given S 64-08-56 E 655.13 feet to LOUIS GUTIERES as to a 5/8” iron pin found Grantee recorded at Vol- by an 8” diameter creosote ume X, Page 107 of the post for an angle point; and Deed Records of Atascosa County, Texas. S 79-49-43 E at 131.64 feet pass an 8” diameter creoYou and each of you are sote post, leaving fence commanded to appear and and continuing a total answer before the 81st distance of 155.74 feet to Judicial District Court of a 5/8” iron pin set for the Atascosa County, Texas, Northwest corner of that in the District Courtroom certain 700’ X 40’ wide of the Atascosa County strip of land described in a Courthouse, One Court- Deed to A. C. Jones from house Circle, Jourdanton, Vernon W. Hill, dated July Texas 78026, at or before 11, 1974, as recorded in 10:00 a.m. on the first Volume 407 on Page 169 Monday after the expira- of the Deed Records of tion of 42 days from the Atascosa County, Texas, date of the issuance of this and the Northeast corner of Citation, said date being this survey; on or before 10:00 a.m. on Monday the 22ND day THENCE: Along the West of June 2015, then and line of said 700’ X 40’ there to answer the Peti- wide strip of land, S 00-00tion of PATSY ANN HILL 35 E at 20.00 feet pass an THOMPSON and CLAR- 8” diameter creosote post, ENCE ROY THOMPSON continuing generally along in Cause No.15-04-0333- a fence a total distance of CVA styled PATSY ANN 702.30 feet to a 10” diamHILL THOMPSON and eter creosote corner post CLARENCE ROY on the recognized South THOMPSON versus line of said Survey No. 76LOUIS GUTIERES also 1/2, the recognized lower known as LOUIS GUT- North line of said Survey TIEREZ. The Petition No. 335-1/2, Abstract No. filed on April 21, 2015, 924, Ira Westover, original discloses the nature of this Grantee, the South line of suit is as follows: a suit said 80 acres of land, more to quiet title based upon or less, and the North line adverse possession in and of that certain 26.77 acres to the following described of land, more or less, dereal property in Atascosa scribed in a Deed to Frank County, Texas, to- wit: R. Casanova, et ux, from Michael L. Jones, et ux, All that certain tract or dated November 11, 2004, parcel of land containing as recorded in Volume 293, 68.010 acres out of the on Page 142 of the said OfCarlos Hernandez Survey, ficial Public Records, for Abstract 1465 of Atascosa the Southwest corner of County, Texas, said prop- said 700’ X 40’ wide strip erty being more particular- of land for the Southeast ly described by metes and corner of this survey; bounds as follows: THENCE: Generally along A survey of 68.010 acres fence, the recognized of land situated about 16 South line of said Survey miles N 15° W of Jourdan- No. 7614, the recognized ton, in., Atascosa County, lower North line of said Texas, out of Survey No. Survey No. 335-1/2, the 76-1/2, Abstract No. 1465, South line of said 80 acres Carlos Hernandez, original of land, more or less, and Grantee, being a portion the North line of said 26.77 of that certain 80 acres acres of land, more or less, of land, more or less, de- S 89-15-52 W 2665.67 feet scribed as Second Tract in to a 14” diameter creosote a Deed to Patsy Ann Hill corner post on the recogThompson from Pauline nized East line of said SurRuth Hill, dated Novem- vey No. 76, and the East ber 23,2004, as recorded in line of Lot 10 of Highlands Volume 302, Page 179 of Subdivision, Unit 4B, a the Official Public Records subdivision as shown on of Atascosa County, Texas, a plat thereof recorded in and being more particular- NPC on Page 242A of the ly described by metes and aforementioned Plat Rebounds as follows: cords, for the recognized Southwest corner of said BEGINNING: At a 5/8” Survey No. 76-1/2, a reciron pin found 1.50 feet ognized Northwest corner Northwest of an 8” diam- of said Survey No. 335eter creosote corner post 1/2, the Southwest corner at the point of intersec- of said 80 acres of land, tion of the South line of more or less, the NorthStacey Road and the rec- west corner of said 26.77 ognized West line of said acres of land, more or less, Survey No. 76-1/2, (the and the Southwest corner recognized East line of of this survey; Survey No. 76, Abstract No. 952, F. Machado, THENCE: Generally along original Grantee), and the fence, the recognized West West line of said 80 acres line of said Survey No. 76of land, more or less, for 1/2, the recognized East the Northeast corner of Lot line of said Survey No. 28 of Highlands Subdivi- 76, the West line of said sion, Unit 2, a subdivision 80 acres of land, more or as shown on a plat thereof less, the East line of said recorded in NPC on Page Tract 10, and the East line 204B of the Plat Records of said Lot 28, N 00-49-34 of Atascosa County, Texas, E 188.04 feet to a 1/2” iron and the Northwest corner pin found 2.35 feet East of this survey; of a 6” diameter creosote corner post for an angle THENCE: Generally along point, N 00-16-05 W at fence and the South line of 588.04 feet pass a 6” diamsaid Stacey Road, the fol- eter creosote corner post lowing courses: 0.70 feet West of fence, continuing a total distance N 88-54-07 E 1173.21 feet of 1028.96 feet to a 1/2”

MCCOY WATER SUPPLY CORPORATION invites qualified firms and/or individuals to provide engineering services to McCoy WSC. McCoy WSC will make their selection on the basis of demonstrated competence and qualifications in providing water utility engineering services. The Request for Qualifications is posted on www.mccoywsc.com. Questions regarding the RFQ are due by June 17, 2015 and the answers will be posted on www.mccoywsc.com by July 1, 2015. Statements of Qualifications are due to McCoy WSC at noon on July 31, 2015, and the recommendation will be made to the McCoy WSC Board on September 10, 2015.

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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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iron pin found 2 feet West of fence for an angle point, and N 00-06-24 W 30.07 feet to the POINT OF BEGINNING.

FOR LETTERS OF ADMINISTRATION AND DETERMINATION OF HEIRSHIP and declare who are the Heirs and the unknown Heirs of the said JOVITA GUAThe bearings are relative JARDO, Deceased and to Geodetic North WGS 84 their respective shares as taken from GPS Obser- and interests in this estate. vation.

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BEING A PART OF DIVISION NO. 6 OF THE J.T. DIANE GONZALES, HORTON RANCH, IN COUNTY CLERK ATASCOSA COUNTY, ATASCOSA COUNTY, TEXAS, MORE PARTICTEXAS ULARLY DESCRIBED BY BY: Monica Valdez, METES AND BOUNDS IN WARRANTY DEED Deputy (29c) DATED JUNE 20, 1988, RECORDED IN VOL. 798, P. 843, DEED RECORDS, CITATION BY ATASCOSA COUNTY, If this Citation is not The Applicant is represented by LUCINDA A. PUBLICATION TEXAS, EXECUTED BY served within ninety (90) VICKERS ATTORNEY TRC 109 & 114 STANLEY KUBISH, INdays after the date of its is- AT LAW, PO Box 249, DEPENDENT EXECUsuance, it shall be 114 S. Bryant St., PleasCause No. TOR OF THE ESTATE returned unserved. anton, Texas 78064 14-04-0245-CVA OF ODY GASCH, DECEASED TO RUDY R. ISSUED and GIVEN UN- Said Application will THE STATE OF TEXAS: GOMES, ET AL. DER MY HAND AND be heard and acted on SEAL OF THE COURT on by said Court at 10:00 o’clock A.M. on the BLAS D. HERNANDEZ PARCEL 2 this the 8TH day of MAY, first Monday after the VS. BEING ALL OF LOTS 2015, at Jourdanton, Atas- expiration of ten days RUDY R. GOMEZ, MONcosa County, Texas. from date of publication ICA O. HERNANDEZ, NUMBER FORTY-ONE (41) AND FORTY-TWO District Court of Atascosa of this citation, at the County Courthouse in ALFONSO ORTIZ GO- (42) OF THE BLUEBONCounty, Texas MEZ, JR., AND AUSTIN Jourdanton, Texas. NET ADDITION OF THE RYAN THORNTON CITY OF POTEET, ATASBy: A. GUZMAN All persons interested in COSA COUNTY, Deputy said estate are hereby IN THE 81ST/218TH DISTEXAS AS PER MAP OR (29-32p) cited to appear before TRICT COURTS PLAT OF SAID ADDIsaid Honorable Court at OF THE STATE OF TEXAS: said above mentioned TION APPEARING OF COUNTY, COUNTY OF ATAS- time and place by filing ATASCOSA RECORD ON SHEET 45-B TEXAS COSA: a written answer con(NPC), PLAT RECORDS, testing such application ATASCOSA COUNTY, TO ALL PERSONS should they desire to do THE STATE OF TEXAS TEXAS, AND BEING INTERESTED IN so. THE SAME PROPERTY THE ESTATE OF TO: MONICA O. HERMORE PARTICULARLY JOVITA GUAJARDO, This citation by PubliNANDEZ, DefendantDeceased. No. 7608, cation is returnable to DESCRIBED IN WARCounty Court, Atascosa said Court on the first GREETING RANTY DEED DATED County, Texas. ELOY Monday, following 10 JANUARY 13, 1965, EXNOTICE TO DEFENSALAZAR JR., Appli- days after date of publiECUTED BY ARA J. ULcant in the above num- cation, exclusive of the DANT: “You have been BRICH, A FEME SOLE, bered and entitled estate date of publication sued. You may employ an TO ALFONSO GOMEZ, filed an APPLICATION attorney. If you or your FOR INDEPENDENT Given under my hand attorney do not file a writ- JR., ET UX, OF RECORD IN VOL. 303, P. A D M I N I S T R AT I O N , and seal of said court, APPOINTMENT OF at my office in Atascosa ten answer with the clerk 428, DEED RECORDS, who issued this citation INDEPENDENT ADMIN- County, ATASCOSA COUNTY, Jourdanton, ISTRATOR, REQUEST Texas this 5th day of by 9:00 am on the Monday TEXAS., WHICH WILL next following the expiraHEREINAFTER BE REtion of 42 days after the TO AS THE NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALES date this citation was is- FERRED ‘SUBJECT PROPERTY’ sued, a default judgment Unit # D9 - 10X20, ORLANDO CHAPA, JR - DINAND SUCH OTHER REmay be taken against ING ROOM TABLE SET, REFRIGERATOR LIEF TO WHICH THE you.” Unit # D1 - 5X10, WENDI FRAZIER - BABY PLAINTIFFS MAY SHOW SWING, BABY CHAIR, BABY CRIB, POTTY THEMSELVES JUSTLY You are hereby commandTRAINER ENTITLED as is more ed to appear by filing a writUnit # B33 - 10X15, MICHAEL GARDNER - BED fully shown by Plaintiff ’s ten answer to the Plaintiff ’s FRAME, VIZIO TV, MATTRESS, BBQ UTENCILS, Original Petition, Request Original Petition, Request ACCOUSTIC GUITAR for Declaratory Judgment, for Declaratory Judgment, Unit # C14 - 10X10, MICHAEL JACKSON - MISC. and Application for Temand Application for TemITEMS porary Restraining Order porary Restraining Order Unit # D18 - 10X20, CATINA GUERRA - BED and Temporary Injunction and Temporary Injunction FRAME, MATTRESS on file in this suit. Unit # D19 - 10X20, TIMOTHY SMITH - COUCH- at or before 9:00 o’clock A.M. on the Monday next ES, FURNITURE, DOUBLE DOOR REFRIGERAIssued and given under my after the expiration of 42 TOR, FISHING POLES. FULL OF HOUSE FURNIhand and seal of said Court days after the date of isat Jourdanton, Texas this TURE & MISC. HOUSE ITEMS. suance of this citation the 21st day of April, 2015. same being Monday, JUNE Auction Date: 8, 2015 before the HonorClerk of the Court: FRIDAY, able 81ST/218TH DISMARGARET E. LITTLETRICT COURTS Court of MAY 29, 2015 TON, DISTRICT CLERK Atascosa County, Texas, LIVE AUCTION!!! Atascosa County, Texas Units will be shown and sold ONE AT A TIME. Starting at the Courthouse in said County in Jourdanton, By: JACQUIE ROWtime for Auction is 2:00 p.m. Please come to front office Texas. Said Plaintiff ’s Origto sign in before 2:00p.m.!!! LAND, DEPUTY inal Petition, Request for Declaratory Judgment, and AFFORDABLE STORAGE Attorney for Plaintiff or Application for Temporary Plaintiff: 1222 W. OAKLAWN Restraining Order and RICHARD RUSSELL Temporary Injunction was PLEASANTON, TX 78064 CROW filed in said court on the 830-281-5555 11610 VANCE JACKSON 15TH day of April, 2014 in #518 the above entitled cause. SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS 78230 NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALES A brief statement of the (26-29p) nature of this suit is as folUnit # 3NN - 10x15, JAMES CASTILLO - Mislows, to-wit: THIS SUIT IS NOTICE OF SALE cellaneous TO QUIET TITLE AND Unit # 2LL - 10x15, LUKE JACKSON - MiscelREQUEST TO RECOVER laneous PROPERTY CONSIST- STATE OF TEXAS Unit # 15MM - 10x10, CAMILO MENDEZ ING OF: ATASCOSA COUNTY Miscellaneous Unit # P2 - 5x10, JOSE MENDOZA - MiscelPARCEL 1 laneous BEING ALL OF THAT BY VIRTUE OF ORDER Unit # 02M - 5x10, SHARON MONTEZ - MisCERTAIN 28.58 ACRES OF SALE cellaneous OF LAND, MORE OR Unit # 14LL - 10x10, ASHLEY WADDELL LESS, OUT OF THE E.S. CAUSE # 385526 Miscellaneous HARPER SUR. NO. 1202, Unit # 07J - 10x10, ASHLEY WADDELL - MisABSIR. NO. 366, AND and issued pursuant to cellaneous Unit # 01M - 5x10, ASHLEY WADDELL - Miscellaneous

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judgment decrees in the County Court at Law Of Bexar County Texas, by the Clerk of said Court on said date; in the hereinafter numbered and styled suits and to me directed and delivered as Sheriff of said County, I have on May 5, 2015 seized, levied upon, and will, on the first Tuesday in June, 2015, the same being the 2nd day of said month, at the West Door of the Courthouse of said County, in the City of Jourdanton, Texas, between the hours of 10:00 o’clock a.m. and 4:00 o’clock p.m. on said day, beginning at 10:00 a.m., proceed to sell for cash to the highest bidder all the right, title, and interest of the defendants in such suits in and to the following described property levied upon as the property of said defendants, the same lying and being situated in the County of Atascosa and the State of Texas, to-wit: SUIT NO. STYLE OF SUIT AND PROPERTY DESCRIPTION

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385526 Yolanda Cortez-Pippin vs Rose Paredez, D/B/A Paredez Enterprises 275 Nottingham Drive, Poteet, Atascosa County, Texas, more particularly described as: Lot 51 of Sherwood Forest, Block 1, a Subdivision shown by map or plat duly recorded in Volume No. NPC, Page No. 140, Plat Records in the County Clerk’s Office of Atascosa County, Texas, Subject to all easements, right-of-ways, mineral reservations and restrictive covenants affecting the property described. 386 Oak Krest Blvd., Poteet, Atascosa County, Texas, more particularly described as Lot 45, Oak Krest Akres Subdivision, Atascosa County, Texas. According to plat thereof, recorded on Sheet 57B (NPC), Map and Plat Records of Atascosa County, Texas. The volume and page references, unless otherwise indicated, being to the Deed Records, Atascosa County, Texas, to which instruments reference may be made for a more complete description of each respective tract. The successful bidder shall be responsible for paying all taxes, interest, penalties and costs that have accrued on the properties since the date of the judgments . Dated at Jourdanton,Texas, May 5, 2015 David Soward Sheriff, Atascosa County, Texas By: Deputy Greg Pierce (27-29p)

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Pleasanton FFA holds end of year chapter banquet CAITLIN KORUS CHAPTER REPORTER

On May 13, 2015 the Pleasanton FFA Chapter held there annual end of the year banquet at Pleasanton High School. At this banquet students were recognized for their accomplishments throughout the year including teams, awards, and livestock projects at stock show. Parents and Honorary members were also recognized. Many graduating

seniors received scholarships for their pursuing careers in Agriculture fields. After the awards and meal the installation of new officers proceeded. The Pleasanton FFA Chapter wishes all our graduating seniors the best of luck in college and in life, we are also excited to see what our 2015-2016 officer team has to offer the community! We thank all of our families and friends for making all of our dreams in this great organization, FFA, possible!

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Area officers elected CAITLIN KORUS CHAPTER REPORTER

Friday, May 15, 2015 the Pleasanton FFA attended the annual Area X FFA Banquet in Robstown. At this banquet new Area officers were voted on and elected, talent teams performed and were voted on as well. The young lady chosen for the talent competition will be competing at the 87th Annual Texas FFA State Convention in Corpus Christi this summer. The 2014-2015 Area X officers gave a retiring

presentation honoring their families, friends, and fellow FFA members from their district and chapter. At the end of the banquet new officers were announced and were assigned to their respective positions. They are excited to share their love for the FFA and show what they have to offer our wonderful Area! It was a bittersweet moment for the outgoing officers but through this year they have been able to create lifelong friendships and memories that will last forever.

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David Olivarri

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Cristobal Orta

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Elexis Ramos

Rene Reyes

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POTEET SENIOR CL ASS

Karnes Electric Cooperative, Inc. is pleased to announce the recipients of KECâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Scholarship Program for High School graduating seniors of 2015. This year the scholarship award is in the amount of $1,000.00 and is being awarded to high school graduating seniors in Karnes Electricâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s service area. To be eligible, the student must be a child of an active member receiving electric service from Karnes Electric Cooperative and have the desire to further their education.

Ciro Rocha

Amber Rodriguez

Marina Rodriguez

Ray Rodriguez

Vincent Rodriguez

Roxie Roe

Destini Ruiz

Martina Salazar

James Sanchez

Tessa Sanchez

Alexis Santos

Xavier Sisnero

This year the following ten recipients were chosen from a field of highly qualified candidates. This award will assist these students in making their dreams of further education a reality:

Kloe Burris

Jourdanton High School

Jacob Janysek Karnes City High School

Abby Dumas Pleasanton High School

Allison Matocha

Jourdanton High School

Clara Gotthardt Karnes City High School

Emily Molina

Runge High School

Jaelynn Guerra Poteet High School

Chloe Wilson

Falls City High School

Shannon Hons Karnes City High School

Shelby Yanta Poth High School

Karnes Electric Cooperative, Inc. wishes to congratulate these students on their accomplishments and for receiving these scholarships. Congratulations and Best Wishes for the future endeavors of each and every senior of 2015. 28c

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Savanah Stephens

Caleb Vera

Alyssa Stephenson

Desiree Villanueva

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Rosemary Tijerina

Joseph Villareal

April Valadez

Kenna Weikle

Alyssa Valdez

Justin Wilson

Jazmyn Velazquez

Jesenia Velazquez

Elyza Rios Ybarra

Not pictured are: Gabriel Emmanuel Abrego, Mike Trevino Aguilar, Dario Anthony Alvarado Jr., Logan Tyler Avelar, Adem Timothy Ray Baird, Christian Carrasco, Jason Ryan Contreras, Evita Bonae Escobar, Eugene Fernandez Jr., Maria Mercedes Fernandez, Lori Marlise Harrington, Michael Anthony Ibarra, Andrew Ryan Leal, Triston Wayne Marriott, Eric Anthony Martinez, Mason Jarrett Martinez, Nathaniel Phillip Menchaca, Daisy G. Mendoza, Darren Rene Rodriguez, Panfilo Sanchez, Raymundo Noel Soto Garcia, Liliana Marie Wiederhold and Raul Adam Yabarra.

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PHYSICALS

$ 25 Sports Physicals Now through Beginning of Fall Semester

PLEASANTON • JOURDANTON The clinics listed below will be providing sports physicals throughout the summer months into the next school year at locations in Pleasanton & Jourdanton. For the convenience of working parents, the Pleasanton location for sports physicals, South Texas Regional Urgent Care, is open every day from 9 AM to 9 PM including nights and weekends.

1222 W. Oaklawn • Pleasanton, TX Hours: Open Daily 9 AM - 9 PM Walk-ins Welcome • 830-569-3206 South Texas Medical Plaza (on the hospital campus) 1907 Hwy 97 E • Jourdanton, TX Hours: Mon - Thur 8 AM - 5 PM; Fri 8 AM - NOON Call for Appointment • 830-769-5912 1901 Hwy 97 E, Suite 210 Jourdanton, TX 78026 830-769-5351

$ 25 SPORTS PHYSICALS