Clarendon Enterprise - 04.13.2023

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THIS WEEK

3 Donley County 4-H members make high marks with horse judging.

4 A new playground is being built at Clarendon Elementary School.

5 Hedley athletes run in the district track meet.

6 And the Broncos beat the boys from Memphis.

All this and much more as The Enterprise reports in this week’s awesome edition!

Beef conference to be held in Memphis Hall and Donley County

AgriLife Extension offices will be hosting a Beef Conference next Monday, April 17, in the Kathy Fowler Agency Building in Memphis at 123 S 6th St.

Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. Speakers and topics include:

Jason Smith and Considerations for Restocking the Cow Herd; Tim Steffens and Drought Management and Structuring the Business to be Resilient; Dede Jones and Cattle Market and Farm Bill

Updates; National Weather Service - Weather Outlook; and USDA/NRCS/FSA Program

Updates.

At noon lunch sponsored by Capital Farm Credit at 12:30.

Those wishing to attend are asked to RSVP by April 14 to the Hall County Extension Office at (806) 259-3015 or the Donley County Office at (806)-874-2141. The cost is $10 per person at the door.

Mulkey Theatre to host blood drive

Coffee Memorial Blood Center will hold a community blood drive Thursday, April 13, in the Mulkey Theatre from 1:30 to 5:00 p.m.

Each donor will receive their choice of a T-shirt, one free jump pass from AMP’D, a free tea from the Water Still, and one entry to the OKC Zoo.

Funds established for Bruce Family

Funds have been established at the Donley County State Bank and at Herring Bank in Clarendon to benefit Michael Bruce and his family following his recent heart attack. Those wishing to help this family out during this stressful time are asked to contact the banks to contribute to one of these funds.

Christ’s Kids taking donations for meals

The Christ’s Kids Ministry is accepting donations to help cover the cost of its summer meal program.

The ministry provides lunches for local kids five days a week during the summer, but the program costs about $10,000 to operate. Those interested in helping with this expense can call Ted Shaler at 806-277-0562.

The Texas Water Development Board last week approved more than $18 million for a new water supply project for the Greenbelt Municipal and Industrial Water Authority.

The board approved the financial assistance by resolution at its meeting April 6 in Austin. The package consists of $8.11 million in financing and $10 million in principal forgiveness, from the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund (DWSRF).

The $8.11 million in financing will be issued in bonds. If approved

by the city council, Clarendon would bear the cost of about six percent of that.

Greenbelt General Manager Bobbie Kidd said the funds will be used to develop 2,800 acres of groundwater rights the water authority acquired in northern Donley County in 2017.

The water authority has been working for two years to obtain funding for the project and came close to acquiring the funds last August from a different program.

“We actually scored 14th out of

about 165 projects in August,” Kidd said, “but they ran out of funds with number 13. That’s when we changed and applied through DWSRF.”

Greenbelt Water Authority provides water to Clarendon, Hedley, Childress, Quanah, and Crowell using both the lake and groundwater sources. As of Tuesday, the level of Lake Greenbelt is 37.92 feet and is currently at about 11 percent of its capacity.

Funding for the project received favorable attention from state authorities in part because all

five communities are considered to be economically disadvantaged, Kidd said.

“These people (on the water development board) are really good,” Kidd said. “It’s not political. It’s all based on need.”

In addition to the loan forgiveness, Greenbelt could save approximately $2,400,000 over the life of the loan by using the DWSRF.

With the financial assistance approved last week, Greenbelt will construct three water wells, well field piping, electrical distribution

equipment, and a 12-mile transmission line to transport water to its existing water treatment plant.

The TWDB is the state agency charged with collecting and disseminating water-related data, assisting with regional water and flood planning, and preparing the state water and flood plans.

The TWDB administers costeffective financial assistance programs for the construction of water supply, wastewater treatment, flood control, and agricultural water conservation projects.

Eggs-cellent adventures!

Kids in Hedley and Howardwick had fun finding the treasures left by the Easter Bunny last week.

Precinct 3&4 Constable

Randy Bond has filed legal action against the Donley County Commissioners’ Court seeking a “reasonable salary” for his office.

Commissioners Mark White, Daniel Ford, Neil Koetting, and Dan Sawyer along with County Judge John Howard were all served Monday during the regular commissioners’ court meeting following a petition for a writ of mandamus that was filed with the clerk’s office on March 27.

“Randy Bond believes he has not gotten a fair shake, so he’s sued the judge and the commissioners individually in their official capacities,” County Attorney Landon Lambert said.

Lambert has agreed to represent the defendants through his private law firm. A county attorney is not obligated to get involved in disputes between elected officials, Lambert said, and the same goes for attorneys through the Texas Association of Counties.

“We will defend the county’s actions vigorously, and we hope

State okays $18 million for Greenbelt project Constable files suit over county salary Howardwick man

eventually all parties can come together and deal with this respectfully,” Lambert said.

According to the suit, the Precinct 3&4 constable previously earned “roughly $22,000” but the latest budget puts that salary at “roughly $2,000.” Bond is asking the district court to require the county to set a reasonable salary.

The constable’s job became vacant when former constable Doug Wright resigned in January 2021. Commissioners took no action to fill the vacancy, and Bond ran for the office and was elected in November 2022. He then took the oath of office in January to fill the remaining two years of Wright’s term.

This is not the first time Donley County has faced a legal challenge to a constable’s salary. Jimmy Swinney sued the county in 2001 after he ran for the Precinct 1&2 Constable’s position in 2000, becoming the first person to hold that office since 1978. Swinney later resigned, and the county formally closed that office in 2003.

A Howardwick man is facing charges after breaking into an AirBnB and threating guests with a hammer early Monday.

Jeramy Kindle, age 42, is charged with Burglary of a Habitation with intent to commit Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon, Donley County Sheriff Butch Blackburn said.

The sheriff said Kindle broke into the AirBnB located on Ten Bears Trail in Howardwick and came at a Jacksboro couple staying there with a hammer. One of the guests began recording video with her cellphone, and the other

grabbed a rifle and held Kindle at bay until authorities could arrive, Blackburn said.

As the deputy arrived, the subject fled on foot. Sheriff Blackburn arrived on the scene, and the lawmen soon found the man in a nearby residence. He was taken into custody and booked into the Donley County Jail.

Kindle was arraigned Tuesday by Justice of the Peace Pat White with on charges of Burglary of a Habitation and Aggravated Assault with total bond set at $40,000. He was still in jail at press time.

Christy Petry of Clarendon has been named to Cowgirl magazine’s fourth annual “30 Under 30” list of influential women in the Western industry.

Petry was honored with the Class of 2023 in Fort Worth the weekend of March 10, 2023, at the second annual Wrangler COWGIRL 30 Under 30 Empowered Gala at Hotel Drover in the historic Stockyards. Among invited guests will be alumna

from previous 30 Under 30 classes, as well as family, friends, and industry leaders who support the annual program.

Cowgirl wrote of Petry:

“One hat, two hats, red hats, blue hats, but always cowgirl hats! Dr. Christy Petry wears many different hats, and sometimes multiple hats in the same day. She wears a coaching hat during weekly practices with her Texas Elite youth horse judging

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teams, her Doctorate hat to lecture in the Ag Business & Economics classrooms at West Texas A&M University, her sales hat every day for Kimes Ranch, and her rodeo hat when carrying flags at major rodeos.

“Some days she wears a straw hat when working in the branding pen and on special days you can find her under the arena lights showing a horse, managing the show, or judging horses

under the brim of a nice clean felt hat! No matter the cowgirl hat Christy chooses to wear, she does it with a passion for excellence and the western lifestyle. “She has coached several National Champion Youth horse judging teams as well as helped coached the 2021 AQHA World Show Champion collegiate horse judging team at Texas Tech University. Christy enjoys traveling and serving

the needs of western wear stores throughout Texas and attending the Dallas Marketplace representing Kimes Ranch and western style.”

In describing her vision for the future of women in the Western industry, Petry told Cowgirl: “The world has always painted an idyllic picture of women in the west. Annie Oakley packed a punch with her pistol, but the reality of women in the

Top Photo: Nicki Adams helps Addie Butler and Marilyn Martinez find eggs at the egg hunt Thursday.

Bottom Photo: The Bunny made a personal appearance Saturday when the City of Howardwick Volunteer Fire Department hosted a pancake breakfast and egg hunt. PHOTOS BY KARI LINDSEY & SANDY CHILDRESS

Rusty stays on his watch faithfully

They generally give us the benefit of the doubt even when we are dead wrong, wagging their tails while licking the hands that feed them. In their way, they pledge unending devotion, no matter what. One doesn’t have to look very far into literature or incline their ears to very many songs to hear dogs revered by the masses but reviled by some who have no use for them.

Elvis Presley reminded some canines that they were “nothing but hound dogs,” and an expression from the lips of thoughtless people suggests that some situations “shouldn’t happen to a dog.”…. *****

A canine defender compared dogs with cats. “When owners say ‘sit’ to their dogs, they usually sit. Extend the same command to a cat, and the pet responds that it’ll ‘get back with us later.’”

We who admit to being dog fanciers – and the same is probably true for feline owners – feel strongly about our choices. Reasons do not have to be given from either quarter.

Truth to tell, we don’t have dogs; they have us…. *****

All this aside, dogs assist the living in many critical ways. Think about it, you never hear about “drug-sniffing cats.” And don’t expect even the most muscular cat to join a dogsled team.

Thanks to the inquiring mind of Sharon Grigsby, brilliant Dallas Morning News journalist, we learn that at least one dog assists the dead as well.

His name is Rusty, and he’s found his place in life. Instead of a junkyard dog, he’s a graveyard canine who chooses to wander around the 27,000 resting places on the 48-acre Oakland Cemetery, where dirt was first turned in 1892…. *****

Rusty and a pack of four other dogs wandered into the historic south Dallas cemetery some three years ago. Almost immediately, animal control personnel rounded up the animals, sans Rusty.

For more than six months, they tried repeatedly to capture Rusty, but he fell for none of their enticements. They set up video cameras and traps – not to mention his favorite treats – and nothing worked.

Finally, Rusty’s file became inactive…. *****

He has become a celebrity dog, says Monica Newbury (no relation). “Vets are offering free services, and visitors to the cemetery are bringing treats by the truckload,” Monica said.

She warns, however, that Rusty gets along just fine without cuddling or petting, sometimes growling so folks will keep their distance. He not only roams the premises, but also barks when anyone enters the cemetery…. *****

Several have offered to adopt the 60-pound collie mix, but no dice. The doggy in the window has a price; Rusty is not for sale.

The old cemetery has fallen on hard times, and it’s hard to keep up with volunteer help.

A gift of cash or pledge to work honors Rusty and is invaluable to a storied cemetery. Interred there are numerous state representatives, eight mayors, a senator and numerous other luminaries. Many markers have names synonymous with street signs in Dallas and Highland Park…. *****

Others include the founding president of Dallas Power and Light (now TXU). Two recently- discovered granite markers – 6-feet tall and 10-feet wide – mark resting places of persons who provided major funding for the establishment of Children’s Medical Center in Dallas.

The graves were obscured by brush and brambles back in 2019, when the cemetery board declared bankruptcy, clearing the way for a new beginning. Monica and Armando Gonzalez Jr. work par-time to organize burials, meet family needs, keep records and maintain the grounds. They urge folks to visit the cemetery, and to bring along weed-eaters when they come. (More information about volunteering or making donations can be found at https://oaklandcemeterydallas.com.)

Persons helping are honoring the deceased and paying tribute to a unique service dog. Monica and Armando hope visitors will at least get sight of Rusty, working until they are, well, dog-tired…. ***** Dr. Newbury was a longtime university president. He has written columns of humor and inspiration since 2003, and still is an after-dinner speaker throughout Texas.

Contact: 817-447-3872. Email: newbury@speakerdoc. com. Facebook: Don Newbury

The book about Zephyr calls it a cyclone. Today, we would call it a tornado. But “zephyr” is also an appropriate name for the windstorm that wreaked havoc in Zephyr, Texas, on May 29, 1909.

It was 11:45 on a Saturday night.

The Presbyterians had just finished an old-fashioned ice cream supper. The Masonic lodge had just adjourned from its meeting. Friends were gathered at Monte Hicks’ home singing hymns and playing “42.” Then pandemonium suddenly broke loose. Within just a matter of minutes a black, funnel-shaped cloud came down, destroying everything in a swath from 75 to 150 yards wide and leaving at least twenty people dead and a larger number injured.

Arthur Quirl jumped into his buggy and raced to Brownwood, twelve miles away, to summon help. Some other men commandeered a railroad hand car and beat Quirl to Brownwood. A few hours later a rescue train arrived in Zephyr with food, ice, clothing, doctors, nurses, and grave diggers.

Personal experiences of several survivors are chronicled in the book, Zephyr Yesterday and Today. Here is a sampling.

“The roar awoke Mrs. Hans Cobb. She jumped from bed and ran to their gallery (porch). Realizing they had but little time, she and her husband each grabbed a child and rushed amidst flying timber to the storm cellar of Mr. W. Edward Swart. As they closed the door, a rock from the tumbling school building crushed in the door; in another minute the cellar top was blown off. They survived but lost their home.”

“Ed Reasoner and his wife, Euphie, lost their home. Trying to reach a cellar across the street, time ran out. With their children, ages 1, 3, and 5 years, they clung to a fence. Three posts were uprooted at the site and one of the boys was snatched and carried about 30 feet, but no one was seriously injured.”

“Earl Reasoner and his wife, Katie, were awakened by the deafening noise but too late to get out of their home. Her husband grabbed their two year old son, Melton; windows crashed in; the house

reeled and rocked. With their child clutched to his chest, Mr. Reasoner was pitched through space. He was later found about 150 yards from his house with his child still in his arms. Mrs. Reasoner was found by A. J. Belvin in the top of a fallen tree wrapped with wire and covered with debris. Despite a broken hip and pelvis, she delivered their second son, McBurney on August 23, 1909 (three months later).” When the sun came up the next morning, the survivors were able to assess the damage and care better for the dead and injured. Those who were most seriously injured were rushed by train to the Santa Fe hospital in Temple. The dead were gathered onto porches of surviving homes and quilts and blankets were hung to protect the bodies from the sun. Unfortunately, many hogs and pigs were shot because they were devouring some of the dead. And the massive job of cleanup and rebuilding began.

Tragic as it was, it is believed by many that a closer bond existed among the survivors because of the heartache, hardship, and compassion they all shared between families and friends.

George U. Hubbard is an author and former resident of Clarendon.

Recollections of a zephyr hitting Zephyr April brings volunteer opportunities

By Catalina Popescu, HHS ASC VISTA and Claire Irwin, HHS Age Well Live Well Coordinator

As April’s sun warms us up, it inspires us to put away winter gear, start spring cleaning and seek new opportunities. April is Global Volunteer Month and National Volunteer Week is April 16–22, which gives us a chance to recognize the important role volunteers hold in our communities.

According to AmeriCorps, 4.8 million Texans volunteered through a community based organization and 10.4 million Texans volunteered informally by helping out their neighbors in 2021. April is a great time to join millions of Texans and start volunteering. Volunteering helps the community, residents and the volunteer. An AmeriCorps research review found that volunteering is shown to lead to better health overall. Along with the satisfaction you get from helping others and your community, there are many reasons to volun-

teer, including community organizations need volunteers. Consider reaching out to a community organization that is meaningful to you and asking if they need any volunteers.

If you are interested in volunteering but are not sure how to get started, consider these questions:

What are your hobbies, interests and special skills? Identifying what you are interested in can help you figure out what organization or population you would like to volunteer with.

How much time do you have to give? This will help you decide how often you can volunteer.

Are you looking to volunteer in person or virtually? Many organizations offer virtual volunteer opportunities.

What organizations in your community are looking for volunteers? Volunteer search engines, like Volunteer Match or Points of Light, can help you find volunteer opportunities near you.

Are there any barriers for you to get involved? If it is time, consider a one-time volunteer opportunity, or if transportation is a barrier, explore virtual volunteering.

For those looking for an informal volunteer experience, the Texas Health and Human Services Know Your Neighbor Campaign may be a good fit. The Know Your Neighbor Campaign urges Texans to form and maintain new connections with older neighbors to help reduce the risks of isolation and loneliness.

Know Your Neighbor provides resources to make forming those connections easier. Learn more about Know Your Neighbor on the Be Connected webpage. Explore the volunteering resources on the Aging Well Resources Order form. Enter some basic facts about yourself and then select Volunteerism under the category menu.

Embrace spring by connecting with others, improving your health and giving back to your community by volunteering.

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4-H horse judging senior team brings home top honors

Donley 4-H horse judging teams competed at the Traveling Trophy Contest at West Texas A&M University on Friday, March 31, and the senior team brought home the top honors.

The first place team members were Brenna Ellis who placed 3rd individually, Laney Gates 5th overall individual, MaryJo Dushay 6th individual, and Maloree Wann 9th individual.

The junior team placed 3rd and those team members and individual rankings were Makynna Williams 4th, Emma Howard 5th, Teagan Chesser 7th and Kassie Askew 10th.

These teams competed in the Clarendon College Invitational the next day with the Senior team winning first place there as well. The team members and their individual placings were Laney 2nd , Maloree 3rd and Bryce Williams 5th.

In the Junior division, the team placed 2nd and as individuals Kassie was 4th, Makynna 6th, Teagan 9th and Emma 11th.

In the Livestock Judging contest, Donley 4-H had the first place team in the Junior division. Those team members and their individual placings were Hudson Howard 2nd, Parker Haynes 5th and Ronan Howard 13th. The team of Jensyn Lewis, Ainslie Lewis, Hunter Wann and Jace Conway placed 20th overall.

TXDOT urges Texans to give driving their full attention

Distracted driving is on the rise in Texas, and TxDOT is urging all Texans to pay attention on the road.

In an instant, Karin Zaltsman lost her teenaged daughter when a driver made the decision to take their eyes off the road to text while driving. In recognition of National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, TxDOT is sharing the Zaltsman’s story of losing 13-year-old Emily, to remind Texans to keep their eyes up and phones down while driving. Described as kind, funny, smart and driven, Emily had her whole life ahead of her, but one driver’s decision to text and drive cut her life short.

“Emily didn’t die in an accident,” said Karin Zaltsman of her late daughter. “Emily died in a crash that could have been prevented.”

Emily is one of more than 2,000 people killed due to distracted drivers since 2017. Disturbingly, distracted driving deaths increased by 10 percent in 2022. Approximately one of every six crashes on Texas roadways last year was attributed to distracted driving.

“Distracted driving is a choice, and it has devastating consequences for communities,” said TxDOT Executive Director Marc Williams. “Texting, adjusting audio or navigation systems, or scrolling on a social media site can wait until you’re safely parked. We’re urging Texans to make the right choice and put the phone away.”

Texting while driving is not only incredibly dangerous, it’s a crime. Since Sept. 1, 2017, it has been illegal to read, write or send a text while driving in Texas, and violators can face a fine of up to $200.

Distracted driving crashes are 100 percent preventable. TxDOT offers these tips to help drivers steer clear of a potentially deadly situation:

Always give driving your full attention—any distraction is dangerous.

Put your phone away, turn it off or use an app or phone settings to block texts and calls while driving.

Pull off the road entirely and come to a complete stop before you use your phone.

Tell friends, family and coworkers you won’t respond to texts or calls while driving.

Avoid eating or drinking until you are parked.

TxDOT’s “Talk. Text. Crash.” distracted driving awareness campaign is a key component of #EndTheStreakTX, a broader social media and word-of-mouth effort that encourages drivers to make safer choices while behind the wheel to help end the streak of daily deaths. Nov. 7, 2000, was the last deathless day on Texas roadways.

Brenna Ellis and Laney Gates show off their awards for winning the Top Honors at West Texas A&M on March 31. COURTESY PHOTO

The 4-H horse judging senior team of Gracie Ellis, Brenna Ellis, Maloree Wann, MaryJo Dishay, and Laney Gates competed at WTAMU on March 31. COURTESY PHOTO

The 4-H horse judging junior team placed 3rd at WTAMU. Team members were Teagan Chesser, Makynna Williams, Emma Howard, and Kassie Askew COURTESY PHOTO

The Senior team of Maloree Wann, Brenna Ellis, and Bryce Williams (not pictured) won first place at the CC Invitation.

COURTESY PHOTO

The 4-H horse judging junior team placed 2nd at the CC Invintational. The team pictured here is Teagan Chesser, Kassie Askew, Emma Howard, and Makynna Williams. COURTESY PHOTO

In the Livestock Judging contest at Clarendon College, Donley 4-H had the first place team in the Junior division. Those team members were Hudson Howard, Parker Haynes and Ronan Howard. The team of Jensyn Lewis, Ainslie Lewis, Hunter Wann and Jace Conway placed 20th overall. COURTESY PHOTO

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Community Calendar

April 14

Broncos v Valley • 4:00 p.m. • Home

April 14

Lady Broncos v West Texas• 5:00 p.m. • Away

April 14 & 15

The Super Mario Bros. Movie • 7:30 p.m. • Mulkey Theater

April 14 & 15

Jesus Revolution• Gates open 6:30 p.m. • Sandell Drive In

April 16

The Super Mario Bros. Movie • 2:00 p.m. • Mulkey Theater

April 18

Lady Broncos v Booker • 4:00 p.m.

• Home April 18 Broncos v Wellington • 4:40 p.m. • Away

April 20 Donley County Senior Citizens Music Night • 5:30 p.m.

April 20 Saints’ Roost Museum Education

Day • SaintsRoostMuseum.com for more information

April 21

Lady Broncos v Fritch • 4:00 p.m. • Home April 21 Broncos v Naz • 4:30 p.m. • Away

April 25 Broncos v Memphis • 4:00 p.m. • Home

May 18

Donley County Senior Citizens Bingo Night • 5:30 p.m.

Menus

April 17 - 21

Donley County Senior Citizens

Mon: Chicken strips, gravy, macaroni & cheese, potato wedges, garden salad, wheat roll, peaches, iced tea/2% milk.

Tues: Cheeseburger, potato wedges, melon, sugar cookie, iced tea/2% milk.

Wed: Polish sausage, cabbage, mashed potatoes, whole wheat roll, black forest parfait, iced tea/2% milk.

Thurs: Pot roast, potatoes, onions, carrots, green beans, whole wheat roll, peach cobbler, iced tea/2% milk.

Fri: Mexican pile on, tortilla chips, Spanish rice, garden salad, brownie, iced tea/2% milk.

Hedley Senior Citizens

Mon: Brown sugar pork chops, scalloped potatoes, broccoli & carrots, snickerdoodles, whole wheat roll, iced tea/2% milk.

Tue: Lasagna, seasoned squash, apricots, peach parfait, wheat roll, iced tea/2% milk.

Wed: Chicken fajitas, cheesy baked rice & beans, tossed green salad, creamy lime pineapple salad, iced tea/2% milk.

Thurs: Cajun baked fish & fresh, potato wedges, fried okra, buttered carrots, banana bread, buttermilk biscuit, iced tea/2% milk.

Fri: Bacon cheeseburger on a whole wheat bun, lettuce, tomato, pickle, onion, classic macaroni salad, strawberry shortcake, iced tea/2% milk.

Clarendon CISD

Breakfast Mon: Muffin, yogurt, fruit juice, fruit, milk.

Tues: French toast, sausage, fruit juice, fruit, milk.

Wed: Breakfast sandwich, fruit juice, fruit, milk.

Thu: Pancake wrap, yogurt, fruit juice, fruit, milk.

Fri: Cinnamon roll, sausage, fruit juice, fruit, milk.

Lunch Mon: Cheeseburger, potatoes, tomato cup, fruit, milk.

Tues: Nachos Grande, salsa, beans, cucumbers, ice cream cup, milk.

Wed: Spaghetti bowl, veggie cup, salad, fruit, milk.

Thu: Beef tacos, broccoli, corn, fruit, milk.

Fri: Cheeseburger, macaroni, carrots, green beans, cookie, fruit, milk.

Hedley ISD

Breakfast Mon: Pancakes, bacon, fruit juice, fruit, milk.

Tues: Breakfast burrito, hashbrowns, fruit juice, fruit, milk.

Wed: Waffles, sausage, fruit juice, fruit, milk.

Thu: Breakfast sandwich, fruit juice, fruit, milk.

Fri: Oatmeal, cinnamon toast, fruit juice, fruit, milk.

Lunch Mon: Breaded drumstick, biscuit, garden salad, tomatoes, fruit, milk.

Tues: Walking taco, beans, veggie cup, pineapple, cookie, milk.

Wed: Pizza, marinara sauce, broccoli, cinnamon applesauce, milk.

Thu: Boneless chicken wings, celery, carrots, mixed fruit, chips, sherbet, milk.

Fri: Steak fingers, green beans, corn, peaches, roll, gravy, milk.

Fun on the way

Golf teammate advancing to regional

Over the past week I have been busy, and so I just would like to talk about some of the things I have been up to. For starts, the Saturday before last was the Lions Club Chance Mark Jones 5K. Remember, April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, and that’s what the race is about. I helped set up, and I handed out water to the racers. Afterwards, I also was able to help the Pony Par-

B-29 Superfortress “Doc” to visit Amarillo

The Texas Air and Space Museum will welcome the Boeing B-29 Superfortress “Doc” beginning Friday, April 14, through Sunday, April 16.

The aircraft will be on display on Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. The cost to enter the plane is $10 per person or $20 per family.

Rides scheduled for Saturday and Sunday mornings begin at $600 and may be booked and purchased through the web site: www.b29doc. com/rides. They include a briefing on the aircraft and a 30-minute flight. The museum will hold a raffle for a ride.

On Saturday, April 15 from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., the museum will host a Supper and Shindig as a special event to meet the crew. There will be catering by Dyer’s Barbeque and music by Geezers Gone Wild. The program will offer a tribute to Korea and Vietnam veterans.

Cost for the Supper and Shindig is $40 for civilians, $35 per person for active or veteran military and guest, and $25 per person for those 21 to 29 years old. There will be a wine and beer cash bar. Tickets are available at Goodin’s Jewelry at 3701 Olsen Blvd or through www. eventbrite.com

For reservations or more information, call the museum at 806-3359159.

The museum is located at 10001 American Drive in the English Field Aviation hangar north of the Bell Helicopter complex at Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport. Built in Wichita, KS in 1945, the aircraft was used by the U.S. Army Air Corp. After a 10-year career, it was retired to China Like, CA to serve as a target for bomb training where it remained for 42 years. In 1987, Tony Mazzolini found “Doc” and began plans to move it back to Wichita and eventually restore the B-29 warbird to flying status, according to the aircraft web site.

Petry:

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western industry is far different from old, faded photos. Western life has always been one of joys and hardships, and women involved often face the brunt. Traditionally, not only would women be expected to care for their families, but they were expected to help with ranch life as well. As societal roles changed, so has the western ways. As a woman in the western industry myself, I see a future in which I, alongside the countless other strong and capable women, become an even bigger part of the forefront of improvements in the western industry. We bring a unique perspective to the table, and I hope to see a future in which women continue to be crucial part of western lifestyle.”

ents hide easter eggs for their easter egg hunt.

the cub reporter

by benjamin

estlack

Then I started last week by competing in our second round of District golf, where I got third on our team, but sadly, I didn’t advance. However, one of my

Easter helpers

teammates, Cutter Seay, did advance to regionals so I wish him the best of luck. Then I spent the rest of the week taking tests and doing projects for school.

Last Saturday, I had Easter this weekend with my family and got to spend time hanging out with my cousins and had a lot of fun.

I am super excited for summer to be closing in and I hope that in the meantime I can keep having fun.

Tips before the hot weather sets in

Few things are as miserable – or as expensive – as a broken air conditioning system that could have been prevented by regular maintenance. Springtime is the perfect time to hire a licensed air conditioning contractor to assess any mechanical issues in your system. Regular maintenance of your system will extend its life and help you avoid expensive health and safety issues.

But before hiring an air conditioning contractor, consumers should check the TDLR website (www.tdlr. texas.gov) to make sure the contractor is licensed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.

“Hiring a licensed contractor helps ensure the safety of your family and property. Checking whether your technician is licensed is an important step in protecting yourself from shoddy and dangerous work,” said TDLR Chief AC/R Inspector Bill Weatherly.

Once you’ve confirmed that the contractor is licensed through TDLR, here are several things they should be inspecting in your cooling

system. At a minimum the contractor should: Check equipment cabinets for damage or missing panels. Check and tighten compressor, fan motor, contractor and control panel terminations.

Check compressor crankcase heater (if applicable) for proper operation. Lubricate condenser fan motor and indoor blower motor bearings (if applicable) Check alignment, tension and condition of indoor blower belt(s) (if applicable) Check and clean condenser coils. Check and clean evaporator coil and condensate drain pan. Add biocide pan tabs to condensate pan. Check air filters and replace as necessary.

Start Indoor Blower and perform static pressure test to ensure proper air flow. Start cooling cycle and check for refrigerant leaks Check system for proper refrigerant charge, trim charge as necessary.

Make operating log of all temperatures, pressures, voltages, and amperages. Submit a written report to the customer and report any uncorrected deficiencies.

Hedley runners compete in district meet

Iziak Weatherread and Josh Booth posted the best finishes for Hedley High School when the Owls and Lady Owls competed at the district track meet in White Deer last Tuesday.

Weatherread placed second in the 800M with a time of 2:19.88, and Booth ran third in the 1600M in 5:07.65.

Javier Valles finished fourth in the 3200M at 13:48.81. Weatherread also ran in the 100M, finishing eighth in the final heat with a time of 12.83.

In the long jump, Weatherread was fifth with a leap of 18’3¾”, and Booth was sixth at 18’1¾”. Valles came in 13th at 13’10½”.

Other results for the Owls included: Shot Put – Matthew Rodriguez 12th, 25.5, and Liam Branigan 13th, 23’8”; Discus – Booth 9th 86’8”, Rodriguez – 12th, 67’2½”, and Branigan 15th, 36’9½”. Weatherread also participated in the high jump.

Taylee Ehlert was the only runner for the Lady Owls. She placed sixth in the discus with a throw of 73’2” and eighth in the 200M preliminary with a time of 34.53.

The Clarendon Lions Club held its regular Tuesday noon meeting April 11, 2023, with Boss Lion Pro Tem Mary Green in charge.

We had 11 members and Sweetheart Laney Gates present this week.

The club discussed the upcoming district convention and volunteers needed, especially for building ramps and planting trees.

The IRS golf tournament will be this Saturday, April 15, at the country club.

There being no further business, we were dismissed to spread Lionism a throughout our county.

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Joshua Booth runs the 1600M last week in White Deer. SAVANNAH TRENT HHS YB

Iziak Weatherread runs the 800M last Tuesday in White Deer. SAVANNAH TRENT HHS YB

Broncos annihilate Memphis

By Sandy Anderberg

The Broncos used a great start and two big innings in the middle of the game to easily sweep Memphis last week. The Broncos won 22-4 and racked up 16 hits in the game.

Wilson was on the mound and took the win. He for three innings before Lyric Smith came in as relief. While on the mound, Ward allowed only two hits, zero runs, and struck out two batters. Smith racked up good numbers in the fourth and fifth innings and struck out four.

Harrison Howard was on fire for the Broncos and four hits in his four at-bats. Howard, who took control of Clarendon’s offense early doubled in the first, singled in the third and fifth, and doubled in the fourth scoring three runs with four RBIs. Jared Musick and Easton Frausto each made a statement at the plate as well. Musick hit the lone Bronco homerun of the game in the opening inning and Frausto was good for three hits, three runs, and one RBI. Ward and Mason Sims hit the ball well and finished with three runs each and three RBIs respectively.

The Broncos would score two more runs in the fifth to put the game away and had four stolen bases in the five innings.

The Broncos played a tough Nazareth team on Thursday that ended in a disappointing loss to the Swifts at 5-6. The Broncos were up by three in the fifth but allowed Naz to score big in the sixth on an error to take the lead for good. Howard took the loss for the Broncos in his six innings on the mound. He allowed six hits, six runs, and struck out six. Harper came in to finish the game and struck out two batters on 18 total pitches.

The Broncos outfit the Swifts at the plate seven to six but left eight men on base in the game. Howard and Tyler Harper had two hits apiece with Harper posting two RBIs. The Broncos ran the bases well, but only marked four stolen bases, which is on the low side of the Broncos’ average.

The Broncos will face off against Valley at home on April 14 at 4:00 p.m. and travel to Wellington April 18 with the first pitch at 4:30 p.m.

CHS tennis teams wrap up season

By Sandy Anderberg

Several Broncos and Lady Broncos competed in tennis this season and wrapped up their season with the district meet. No players advanced to the next level, but everyone improved their game this year.

Borger Bulldog results: Millie

McAnear lost to Amorella from Borger 3-8 before losing to Holloway 2-8 in the next round. Lauren Ceniceros lost to Calvert of Miami 0-8 and then had to forfeit to Brown of Wheeler in the next round due to schedule conflicts.

Kaleb Blum and Avery English drew a bye in the first round of the mixed doubles and lost to White Deer in the second round. Courtlyn Conkin and Berkley Moore teamed up in lady’s doubles and they lost to Dalhart 3-8 before forfeiting their second-round game due to the schedule.

District results at Vernon:

Blum/English lost to Wellington 0-6, 0-6, Ben Estlack lost to Quanah 0-6, 0-6, and Daniel Estlack lost to Memphis 0-6, 0-6. Conkin/Moore defeated Memphis 6-2, 6-4 before losing to Wellington 0-6., 0-6. They were defeated in the match for third place to another team from Memphis at 4-6, 3-6.

Laney Rummel won over Torres of Memphis6-1, 6-2 before losing to Wellington 0-6, 0-6. Rummel played Memphis for third place, but was defeated 2-6, 2-6.

JV results: McAnear defeated Aguilar of Memphis 6-4, 6-4 and took control of Segario 6-0, 6-5. It was Clarendon vs Clarendon in the next round as McAnear was defeated by Ceniceros for second place. Ceniceros won the JV District championship by defeating Forrester of Wellington 6-1, 6-1 and defeated Valles of Memphis 6-1, 6-2 before winning over McAnear for the title.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

NOTICE - POLICY OF NONDISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF DISABILITY

The City of Howardwick does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to, or employment in, its federally assisted programs or activities.

Sandra Childress, City Secretary, has been designated to coordinate compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements contained in the Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) regulations implementing Section 504 (24 CFR Part 8).

Aviso - Política de no discriminación sobre la base de la discapacidad La Ciudad de Howardwick no discrimina por motivos de discapacidad en la admisión o acceso a, o empleo, en sus programas o actividades que reciben ayuda federal. Sandra Childress, Secretaria de la Ciudad, ha sido designada para coordinar el cumplimiento de los requisitos de no discriminación contenidos en las regulaciones del Departamento de Vivienda y Desarrollo Urbano (HUD) que implementan la Sección 504 (24 CFR Parte 8).

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Procedures Notice

The City of Howardwick has adopted complaint and grievance procedures regarding its Texas Community Development Block Grant Programs (TxCDBG).

Citizens may obtain a copy of these written procedures at the Howardwick City Hall, 245 Rick Husband Blvd, Howardwick, TX 79226-8207, between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Citizens may also request the procedures be mailed to them by calling Sandra Childress, at (806) 874-2222. These procedures outline the steps for a citizen to follow if they wish to file a complaint or grievance about TxCDBG activities.

A person who has a complaint or grievance about any services or activities with respect to the TxCDBG project, may during regular business hours submit such complaint or grievance, in writing to the City of Howardwick at 245 Rick Husband Blvd, Howardwick, TX 79226-8207, or may call (806) 874-2222. The City of Howardwick will make every effort to respond fully to such complaints within fifteen (15) working days where practicable.

Aviso - Participación Ciudadana y Procedimientos de Quejas Aviso La Ciudad de Howardwick ha adoptado procedimientos para quejas y denuncias con respecto al programa de Texas Community Development Block Grant Programs (TxCDBG). Los ciudadanos pueden obtener una copia de estos procedimientos escritos

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en Howardwick City Hall, 245 Rick Husband Blvd, Howardwick, TX 79226-8207, entre las horas de 9 a.m. y 5:00 p.m. de lunes a viernes.

Los ciudadanos también pueden solicitar los procedimientos por correo al llamar a Sandra Childress, Secretaria de la ciudad, al (806) 874-2222. Estos procedimientos describen los pasos que se deben seguir para que un ciudadano pueda, si desea, presentar una queja o reclamo acerca de las actividades del programa TxCDBG.

Una persona que tiene una queja o reclamación sobre cualquiera de los servicios o actividades en relación con el programa TxCDBG, lo pueden hacer durante las horas regulares por escrito a la ciudad de Howardwick, a 245 Rick Husband Blvd, Howardwick, TX 792268207, o pueden llamar a (806) 874-2222. La ciudad de Howardwick hará todo lo posible para responder con plenitud las quejas dentro de los quince (15) días hábiles cuando sea posible.

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The City of Howardwick does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Declaración de Igualdad de Oportunidades de Empleo La Ciudad de Howardwick no discrimina por motivos de raza, color, religión, sexo, orientación sexual, identidad de género u origen nacional.

PROCLAMATION OF APRIL, 2023 AS FAIR

HOUSING MONTH

WHEREAS Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968, as amended, prohibits discrimination in housing and declares it a national policy to provide, within constitutional limits, for fair housing in the United States; and

WHEREAS The principle of Fair Housing is not only national law and national policy, but a fundamental human concept and entitlement for all Americans; and

WHEREAS The National Fair Housing Law, during the month of April, provides an opportunity for all Americans to recognize that complete success in the goal of equal housing opportunity can only be accomplished with the help and cooperation of all Americans.

NOW, THEREFORE, WE, the City Council of the City of Howardwick, do proclaim April 2023 as Fair Housing Month in the City of Howardwick and do hereby urge all the citizens of this locality to become aware of and support the Fair Housing law.

Proclamación de Abril de 2023 como mes de la Vivienda Justa

CONSIDERANDO que el Título VIII de la Ley de Derechos Civiles de 1968, según enmendada, prohíbe la discriminación en la vivienda y declara que es una política nacional para proporcionar, dentro de los límites constitucionales, vivienda justa en los Estados Unidos; y CONSIDERANDO que el principio de Vivienda Justa no es solo una ley nacional y una política nacional, sino un concepto humano fundamental y un derecho para todos los estadounidenses; y CONSIDERANDO que la Ley Nacional de Vivienda Justa, durante el mes de abril, brinda una oportunidad para que todos los estadounidenses reconozcan que el éxito total en la meta de la igualdad de oportunidades de vivienda solo puede lograrse con la ayuda y cooperación de todos los estadounidenses.

AHORA, POR LO TANTO, NOSOTROS, el Concejo Municipal de la Ciudad de Howardwick, proclamamos el Mes de la Vivienda Justa en la Ciudad de Howardwick en Abril de 2023 y exhortamos a todos los ciudadanos de esta localidad a conocer y apoyar la ley de Vivienda Justa.

FULL TIME CUSTODIAL POSITION at Hedley ISD. Responsibilities include but are not limited to sweeping, mopping, dusting, and maintaining a sanitary environment for the students, teachers, and staff at Hedley ISD. Must be able to lift 50lbs on a regular basis. This position will require fingerprinting and the clearance of a nationwide criminal history check. For more information, please contact Garrett Bains at (806) 856-5323 or you can pick up an application at Hedley ISD or you can access the applications on-line at www.hedleyisd.net. Hedley ISD is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

PART TIME ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT position at the Armstrong County Museum in Claude. This new po-sition is an office administration and patron contact position. The successful candidate will have expe-rience with Microsoft Office, and be able to maintain a social media presence for the museum. Bookkeeping/accounting experience is beneficial. Experience with point-of-sale credit card systems and gift shop inventory is beneficial. Must be a self-starter and be able to prioritize tasks. Salary based on experience. A more compete job description is on our website at armstrongcountymuseum.net. Please email your resume and cover letter to armstrongcountymuseum@gmail.com. For questions, contact the ACM Chairman at 806437-3754.

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Do you know what the word ‘extinct’ means? When we say an animal is extinct, we mean that there are none left!

Animals and plants have disappeared through natural causes such as storms, volcanic eruptions or diseases. Some animals have been wiped out because people were hungry and killed them for food before they had a chance to replace their populations.

Animals may be threatened by loss of their homes or by sprays used to kill pesky insects. Some are hunted for their furs or horns.

When numbers of these animals drop so low that they may become extinct, we call them ‘endangered’ and may work to protect them.

Fill in the puzzle with some animals that are at risk:

1. Arctic; melting ice threatens their habitat

2. hunted for furs and food; found only in Vietnam; looks like an antelope, in same family as the cow

Animals at Risk

...that are at risk or may go extinct.

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Thanks to a global effort to save giant pandas they have been moved one step up to a “threatened” species.

3. Florida; swampy homes drained; hunted for skins, food

4. few small groups left in mountainous bamboo forests of China

5. large gentle animals in African jungles; not enough room for gathering food, raising families; killed for body parts

6. followed by fishermen seeking tuna; drown in nets; now companies support ways to fish that do not kill needlessly

7. Africa, Asia; poachers kill them for their horns

8. beautiful cat of India, Russia; killed for skin or fur

9. ocean animal; largest animal in world; hunted

10. giant lizard; very few left

The quagga was an animal that lived in the grasslands of South Africa. With stripes on its front half and plain brown on its back half it looked like it was half zebra and half horse. It is now extinct.

Plastic Pollution

Plastic pollution is a growing problem that threatens our oceans.

Plastic items can be harmful to ocean wildlife and may threaten the whole ecosystem.

Jayda Jameson won 2nd in the long round of the barrel racing to make the short round last week at Western Texas College.

CC Men’s

Rodeo Team wins in Snyder

Clarendon College Men’s Rodeo Team won the rodeo this recently at Western Texas College in Snyder with the home team and Texas Tech tying for second and third.

Clarendon had three bareback riders make the short round with Weston Timberman winning the event. He won the long round with his 84-point ride and the short round with an 81-point ride to win the average.

Sam Petersen was 2nd in the long round with an 81-point ride and still managed to split 3rd and 4th in the average with only 68 points in the short round. Boyce Kraut had a 67-point round to earn a spot in the top ten round.

In the saddle bronc riding, Clarendon had five of the ten men in the championship round on Saturday night with Will Pollock and Dylan Hancock tying for 1st and 2nd place in the long round with their 77-point

rides followed by Slade Keith in a tie for 4th and 5th with 76 points, Cauy Masters 6th place with 75 points and Weston Patterson tied for 7th, 8th and 9th with 74 points. Pollock and Hancock were 2nd and 3rd respectively in the average.

Jayda Jameson won 2nd in the long round of the barrel racing with a fast time of 13.67 to make the short round. The teams will travel to Big Spring the this week.

The Discovery Center to host special storytime

Visitors are encouraged to come in their pj’s to “Drop Everything and Read” at DHDC.

Amarillo, TX - The Discovery Center is participating in National Drop Everything and Read (DEAR) Day on Wednesday, April 12 with public programming included in general admission or DHDC membership.

DHDC will host a special storytime at 10:30 am and bring out various animals for guests to interact with. Their goal is to help promote how important literacy is in the

world. Providing a hands-on, collaborative space for visitors at all learning levels and educational interest is a major part of the literacy initiatives and elements that the Discovery Center has started. With the opening of their exhibit the Literacy Corner and their weekly program Storytime at DHDC, the Discovery Center has been purposeful in working towards this goal.

The Discovery Center is working diligently to increase access to literary resources in the community

and to bridge the gap in educational achievement existing in vulnerable communities.

Literacy has been shown to impact many aspects of life. Populations with higher literacy rates have also shown higher economic productivity, lower healthcare costs, and even lower levels of involvement with the justice system.

Follow The Discovery Center on Facebook and Instagram for more information.

Information can be found on their website as well.