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I was thinking about that when it was 10 degrees inside and out and I had no electricity and no way to heat! So this week we will talk about being prepared for cold weather. The Weather Channel says, “Yet another Winter Storm possible this week for East and South!” That would be us ya’ll! Those of you who have spent these last few beautiful days fixing pipes and thawing out, probably have another mini round coming. PIPES-Know what areas of your home, such as crawl spaces, unheated rooms and outside walls, are most vulnerable to freezing. Eliminate sources of cold air near water lines by repairing broken windows, insulating walls, closing off crawl spaces and eliminating drafts near doors. Wrap exposed pipes with insulation and more insulation! For outside meters, keep the lid to the meter pit closed tightly. If you have pipes that are vulnerable, allow a small trickle of water to run overnight to keep pipes from freezing. The cost of the extra water is low, about a penny per gallon, compared to the cost to repair a broken pipe. Open cabinet doors to expose pipes to warmer room temperatures to help keep them from freezing. The National Weather

Service refers to winter storms as “Deceptive Killers” because most deaths are indirectly related to the storm. Instead, people die in traffic accidents on icy roads and of hypothermia from prolonged exposure to cold. It is important to be

prepared for winter weather before it strikes. FEMA at www.ready.gov says you may need to survive on your own during or after an emergency. This means having your own food, water, and other supplies in sufficient quantity to last for at least three days. You could get help in hours, or it might

take days. Basic services such as electricity, gas, water, sewage treatment, and telephones may be cut off for days, weeks or longer. You can find their entire recommendations at www.ready.gov. Alternative heat

sources. It is very important to provide for alternative heat sources during an emergency power outage. If you have propane, or kerosene space heaters, or just make arrangements to go to someone’s house who has alternative heat in an emergency. Be Prepared! Do

NOT bring heat for outdoor use, such as: propane and charcoal barbecues, propane cookers, natural gas or wood burning outdoor fire places, or outdoor patio heaters into your home. These items produce deadly carbon monoxide gas.

Carbon monoxide has been called the “silent killer” or “invisible poison”. Carbon monoxide is an odorless, colorless and tasteless gas. Anything that burns fuel can be a source of (carbon monoxide) CO poisoning: wood burning stoves, water heater, generators, clothes dryer, furnace, fireplace, and propane heaters. Deaths from exposure to CO in this country are on the rise. Educate yourself to the risks BEFORE using alternative sources! Move family

pets indoors or to an enclosure out of the elements. Likewise protect livestock or other large animals from the cold weather. Keep fire extinguishers on hand, and make sure everyone in your house knows how to use them. When you must go out,

dress for cold weather, wear a hat, and cover your mouth with a scarf to protect your lungs. Wear mittens, while out of style they are warmer than gloves, and wear several layers of loose fitting, lightweight, warm clothing rather than one layer of heavy clothing. Learn the signs and symptoms of cold-induced illnesses and injuries and what to do to help. People who are exposed to a combination of low temperatures, not necessarily below freezing, and brisk winds or wet clothing can succumb to hypothermia, in which body temperature drops to or below 95-degrees Fahrenheit. Confusion, dizziness, exhaustion and uncontrolled shivering are signs of hypothermia. Someone suffering from hypothermia should be moved to a warm, dry area. Wet clothing should be replaced by dry clothing or blankets. If the person is alert, they should drink warm, fluids like hot cider or soup, or warm, sweet beverages (sugar water, sports-type drinks). Avoid tea, coffee, chocolate (caffeine) or alcohol. Have the person suffering from hypothermia move their arms and legs to create muscle heat. If they are unable to do this, place warm bottles or hot packs in the arm pits, groin, neck and head areas. However, do not rub the person’s body or place them in warm bath water, which can stop the heart.

AN OUNCE OF PREVENTION IS WORTH A POUND OF CURE……….

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WELCOME TO GRANNY’S KITCHENBACK TO BASICS...THE VERY BASIC...SALT!

Fish and seafood: Soak fish in salt water before descaling; the scales will come off easier. To get a good grip on a fish while trying to skin it for cooking, sprinkle your hands with a little salt. Dairy products: Add a pinch of salt to any plain or mild-flavored yogurt to give it some extra zing. Fruits and vegetables: The unusable portions of

broccoli stalks can be served as a snack. Cut the stalks into 1-inch-thick slices, then stir-fry them with salt. They will be ready to serve. Salt can also help remove the gritty dirt that comes with some fresh vegetables. Meat: Salt will force juices out of the meat and prevent it from browning. Wait to salt the meat until midway through the cooking process, then salt it lightly. Another

option is to wait until cooking is complete, then salt the meat to taste. Pasta: Adding salt to cooking water is a good idea, but wait until the water boils then add 2 tablespoons of salt for each pound of pasta. If you salt the water prior to boiling, it will take longer to boil. Seasoning: Sprinkle peeled garlic cloves with a little coarse salt before chopping them. The salt will absorb

the garlic’s juice, dissolve and spread the garlic flavor further. Some household uses include soaking enamel pans in salt water overnight and boil salt water in them next day to remove burned-on stains. Fabric colors hold fast in salty water wash. Use equal parts of salt and soda for brushing your teeth.Soak discolored glass in a salt and vinegar solution to remove stains.

SALT is a basic necessity of life. Salt’s profound impact on human civilization spans recorded history... and precedes it. Salt has influenced human existence virtually from the beginning. Neolithic settlements were at salt springs. Caravans trekked deserts trading salt ounce-for-ounce for gold. Salt’s economic and military significance produced trading partnerships…or armed combat. Religious texts and liturgy frequently employ salt metaphorically (e.g. “ye are the salt of the Earth”). Ancient documents (2,700 years B.C.) about 4,700 years ago, the earliest known book on pharmacology was written and a major portion of it was devoted to more than 40 kinds of salt, including

methods of extracting and putting it in usable form that are amazingly similar to processes used today. Trade in ancient Greece involving exchange of salt for slaves gave rise to the expression, “not worth his salt.” Roman soldiers were paid partly in salt, their salarium, today’s “salary.” From the Latin sal (salt), for example, comes such other words as “sauce” and “sausage.” We take Salt for granted today, inexpensive and plentiful in many forms, but can you guess the many uses of salt today? Here are a few below and Check out our Facebook Page for more that we did not have room for here…It will surprise you!!

SALT is used for canning vegetables, fruits, and pickles, preserving meats. Add salt to green salads to prevent wilting. Add a little salt to your boiling water when cooking eggs; a cracked egg will stay in its shell this way. Soak wrinkled apples in a mildly salted water solution to perk them up. Soak your nuts in

salt brine overnight and they will crack out of their shells whole. Just tap the end of the shell with a hammer to break it open easily. A dash of salt enhances the taste of tea, coffee, and the flavor of cocoa. Salt improves the taste of cooking apples. Add raw potatoes to stews and soups that are too salty. Clean your greens in salt

water for easier removal of dirt. Fruits put in mildly salted water after peeling will not discolor. Milk stays fresh longer when a little salt is added. Add a pinch of salt to whipping cream to make it whip more quickly. Create herbal salts and use in soups and stews or vegetable, chicken, and fish dishes.

EVERYDAY USES FOR SALT

Salt for Canning

Let your speech be always with grace, seasoned with salt, that ye may know how ye ought to answer every man Colossians 4:6

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There once was a man who, getting down on one knee, lifted a rose and a ring to a woman. What excitement, he was proposing! Only she did not accept, but rather, in tears, ran away crying. The man, dropping the rose, ran after her. A few minutes passed with the rose left where it fell, when a group of teenagers came bustling by. None noticed the rose, although a few of their steps pushed it around a little. A chipmunk, carrying a giant nut ran past, but stopped for a moment beside the rose. The little creature dropped his nut and nudged the rose around a bit, stopping to look at it for a solid few seconds, as if admiring the beautiful red petals. He sniffed a second more before scurrying away, nut secured between his teeth again. A few more passersby moved the rose around a bit, until a nurse

noticed it and picked it up. She looked at it for a moment and lay it on a short wall beside the sidewalk. For some reason it struck a fancy with the nurse and she didn’t believe it belonged on the ground. With the rose laying higher now, it was more easily seen and the sunlight illuminated its beauty even more. There were a few bruised petals, but still it had such vibrancy in color. So much still to give. As people passed they took notice of the rose, but mostly just by a glance. A group of nuns passing stopped and talked amongst themselves by its place on the wall. A couple of the nuns took note of the rose, with one in particular, a jolly faced round woman, picked it up and smelled it. Eyes closed, a smile spread across her little pink lips. It wasn’t to long though before they were on their way leaving the rose

where they had found it. Another group of teenagers, this a bit more rowdy than the first, passed by with an energy that was busy and noisy. In tossing a football in between each other, a missed catch landed straight on the stem of the rose, knocking it back to the ground. More time passed and the rose was kicked about more and more by the late afternoon ‘foot traffic’ rush. Being kicked about bruised the outer petals but still the rose held onto them. As the sun began to settle itself into the west sky, a family of five came into sight. The parents, and children for that matter, looked tired, as if from a long day of adventure. Their cotton clothes were a little stretched from the wear of the day, their hair was a bit disheveled. Red little faces and quiet expression, they approached the rose.

The man, leading the way with a child on his shoulders and one holding his hand, saw the rose before his wife as she was several paces behind him pushing the baby in a stroller. He stopped, took the little one of his shoulders, kind of twisting his neck as if to stretch it as he put her down. He bent and picked up the rose, looking back to see that the woman had stopped to put a shoe that had fallen back on her baby. He smiled and turned back around hiding the rose from her. The children watched as the man gently removed the bruised petals, one by one. And as he did, one by one, the rose regained vibrancy. When the woman reached the man, he turned and just looked at her. She took notice of his behavior and asked what he was doing to which he replied by getting down on his knee and lifting a beautiful red rose to her.

Tears immediately reached her eyes and laughter her voice. “What in the world?” she asked, to which he replied “You are the love of my life lady, I give this rose to you today, but everyday, you have my heart!” Wiping the tears from her eyes, she looked at the rose, now a little smaller but still so beautiful, and said “How perfect!” The two embraced, and shared a kiss before the giggling children pulled their attention back to them. Away they walked side by side, smiles across their faces as radiant as the rose itself. The look of ‘tired’ replaced with one of joy. Sometimes it’s the simple little acts that make all the difference in the world....

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From December through February, many people experience an itchy, runny nose, sneezing, nasal blockage, excess tearing and itchy eyes. Others complain of itching of the palate, throat, or ears, and postnasal drainage. Some have fatigue, mild headache, facial discomfort, sore throat, partial loss of sense of smell, and sensation of ear plugging. If you experience the above symptoms every year during these months, the chance is great that you have Mountain Cedar allergy. Allergy sufferers often describe an obvious seasonal pattern of the onset of symptoms over the years. The female trees grow a blue green berry and are not the responsible party for the allergens.

The pollens from the male tree appear as smoke in the air if the branch is disturbed, especially when the wind blows. Mountain Cedar dominates most of the Edward’s plateau hill country of central Texas. The Mountain Cedar generally pollinates from November through March with the heaviest pollination during December, January, and February. During this period of heaviest pollination, Mountain Cedar is the only pollen present in significant amounts in the atmosphere of central Texas. National Allergy Bureau (NAB) data shows that in central Texas, mountain cedar pollens appear as early as October, peak in January, remain elevated

until April, and are occasionally seen as late as May. As I looked for remedies I found everything from Cedar Tea made from the cones/berries of the of the female tree to acupuncture! I did find some recommendations to help control the allergies Avoid the cedar pollen, whenever

possible, stay indoors, especially if it’s windy. If you have to be out of doors, wear a dust mask. To help reduce the pollen inside, change your HVAC filters frequently. It may also be helpful to purchase an air purifier and keep it running nearby, especially when sleeping. Second, Wash

the cedar pollen away. Whenever you come indoors, take a moment to wash your hands and rinse your face and eyes. Rinse your nose out several times a day with nasal saline solution, available at most pharmacies. Ridding yourself of the pollen in your nasal passages can provide a

great deal of cedar fever relief. Cedar pollen can also accumulate on clothing. If you wear it outside, it gets cedar pollen on it, so it is important to wash garments often. Similarly, if you have a pet that goes outside, the pollen will stick to its fur, so bathe your pet. Last, treat! Most pharmaceutical treatments focus on symptom relief only, not long-term allergy elimination. There are herbal remedies available and OTC drugs to treat the symptoms, immune boosters can help, but if the symptoms become severe you should consult your physician, herbalist or holistic healer for relief!

THE CURSE OF THE CEDAR by Elaine Padgett Carnegie

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Gov. Rick Perry gave the keynote address at the 2011 Texas Association of Business (TAB) Annual Conference, where he reiterated Texas’ commitment to prioritizing spending in order to balance the state budget without raising taxes. He also highlighted the importance of strengthening the principles that have helped Texas’ economy lead the nation and allowed Texas employers to continue creating jobs, which includes pursuing stronger tort reform protections.“Employers know that in Texas, they can find low taxes, more predictable regulations, a fair legal system and an accountable

education system,” Gov. Perry said. “In 2003, we strengthened these policies, resisted pleas to raise taxes and remained true to fiscal discipline while addressing budget challenges similar to those we face today. As a result, Texas has generated more jobs than any other state over the past 10 years and our sound policies have Texas rebounding quicker than other states during these tough times.”The governor also reiterated the importance of pursuing stronger tort reform protections to further improve the legal climate in Texas with greater accountability, transparency

and efficiency. Reforms should include implementing a “loser pays” policy, so victims of frivolous lawsuits do not bear the financial burden of defending themselves; creating an early dismissal option for frivolous lawsuits; ensuring new laws cannot create causes of action unless expressly established by the Legislature; and setting up expedited trials and limited discovery for lawsuits with claims between $10,000 and $100,000.Texas’ economy continues to receive national attention. Newsweek recently ranked four Texas cities in its list of 10

cities best situated for economic recovery, and described Texas as the top destination for job-seeking Americans. The Wall Street Journal recently credited the state’s low taxes and employer-friendly environment with helping make Texas the job creation capital of the nation.“Texas is the envy of every other state in the union, and it’s a strong, pro-business climate that sets us apart,” said Bill Hammond, President and CEO of the Texas Association of Business. “Our state’s commitment to the job creators in Texas starts at the top. Gov. Perry knows if we’re to stay

competitive and to remain the best place to do business, we must keep taxes low, regulations in check and continue to build a world class education system.”Standard & Poor’s issued a report in October affirming Texas’ status as a national economic leader and touting the policies that made Texas one of the last states to fall into the national recession, and the first leading the way out. Additionally, no other state is home to more Fortune 1000 companies, and Texas is the nation’s leading exporting state for the eighth consecutive year.

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Wow, what a cold week last week was. By the time Friday came around I was sure ready for some of Al Gore’s “Global Warming.” I guess it was good for the local hardware stores as there definitely seemed to be a run on pipe and other plumbing supplies. Since I knew it was going to get cold last Tuesday night, I left water running outside and inside and went to bed thinking I had it covered. Unfortunately, when I woke up last Wednesday morning, I discovered my thinker was warped. Even with the water running, everything froze. So, like so many I found myself with no water. I went to the stored and bought several gallons to get

by and then late that afternoon I finally hooked a line to my neighbor and got water back in the house. Finally Friday around 10 AM it began to thaw and I found out had bad it was. Several lines busted and my pump shattered as well. What is so ironic about the situation is that at the beginning of winter I remember writing about everyone needing to prepare for the cold and to wrap all of their pipes. Actually, I did have most of mine wrapped but was not expecting over 60 hours of below freezing temperatures.. Just when I thought things could not get any worse, my internet service went down Friday evening and I was unable to get on line until late today

(Monday). I had not realized how dependent I was on the computer until I could not get on line. Was almost in withdrawal…. Sure was a peaceful weekend and I got some other things accomplished I received an email last week asking about putting speed bumps on some of the county roads where traffic tends to drive fast. After doing some checking it I discovered that there were some potential liabilities involved and that it may not be the best of ideas to do so. So, then I thought I would check into putting speed limits signs and discovered that in order to do so, every county road would need to gone over by and engineer and then classified.

Speed limits could then be posted accordingly. Again, this would be quite an expense to the County. However, there are other ways of addressing the problem hopefully a solution can be worked out in the next several days. Some of the things on the table in the near future include a potential grant for improvements to the Barksdale Water System and perhaps to bring some of the old septic systems up to standards in the Barksdale area. Another thing that will have to be accomplished before long it redistricting and the possibility of redrawing precinct lines. Soon it will be time to begin to work on Next Year’s

budget. I realize there are a lot of improvements we would all like to see and I also know that things are tight all over. Hopefully, we can look at some different ways of doing things where some funds can be saved and used for improvements. Speaking of budgets, remember it is your money and you have the right to participate in the process. The county, like all governmental entities holds public hearings on the proposed budget to solicit your input in preparing the budget. When the time comes, I urge you to take the time to do so. Well that’s all for this week.. I need to go back and wrap pipes…

The Edwards County Commissioner’s Corner By Lee Sweeten

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As the sun set low over the canyon wall, he dug…raising his head to listen intently…now and again wiping his forehead with his shirt sleeve. He heard nothing but the stamping of his horse, the jingle of the bit, and the lone wail of a coyote as the sun fell from the day. Alone on the ragged hillside as it grew dark…digging, determinedly against the rocky soil, and listening… He had no name, or he had too many; he died at the Alamo or in a Mexican prison, Indian raid or hung from a “live oak” on the edge of the Texas Plains. He…however…never told a soul where the “loot” was buried…or the location of the mine! He guards it yet, wavering over the canyons…a chill on a warm summers night. When you get too close you feel “something” and you don’t know why…movement catches your attention from the corner of your eye, a shadow. A vague smell you can’t identify and “that” feeling gets stronger…you just want to leave…it’s a little hard to breathe and you just want to be away from that place! …It’s a guardian. The legends of Texas treasures include outlaw caches, ghost towns, silver and gold mines. All are hidden, some in remote and desolate areas. Some, as with the cowboy above, are well guarded! Here are a few local legends and what we know of the story behind them. The Los Almagres Mine became known as the Bowie Mine, years after the famous brothers searched for it. Did the Spanish actually mine silver or use shafts to hide silver bars mined elsewhere? On February 28, 1758, Colonel Parrilla, wrote the following, “A quantity of ore

was brought to me from an outcropping discovered near the Chanas River. The 25 pounds of ore yielded one and one half ounces of silver.” We know by 1830, James Bowie had moved to Texas and became interested in the “lost” Los Almagres Mine, near the Santa Cruz de San Sabá Mission ruin west of San Antonio. Some say a smelter once operated at the San Lorenzo Mission, and John Bell Hood, commander at Camp Wood, reported signs of silver extraction, at the “Pepper Mine,” a shaft to the south in the western part of the county. A. J. Sowell identified an abandoned shaft and stone fortifications on the divide separating

the Main and Dry branches of the Frio as the site of James Bowie’s 1831 prospecting venture. Henry Castro, is said to have examined accounts of the smelter from San Lorenzo, in Mexico City. So is there a rich vein of silver ore yet unknown right under our feet, or buried silver being guarded by Spanish Monks or Presidio C o m m a n d e r s , vigilant but weary of their task? Santa Anna marched into Texas and lost a

pay chest as the army crossed the Nueces River. Unwilling to be delayed they decided to leave the chest until their victorious return to Mexico. However, in full flight headed for home and afraid of being overtaken by vengeful Texians, the army never retrieved the chest. Who guards this secret? Lost and fleeing Mexicans or ever searching Texians… Stagecoach and train robberies from which Sam Bass and his gang buried loot all over North and Central Texas. While preparing to rob a bank in Round Rock, Sam Bass was betrayed by one of his own, and shot by a Texas Ranger. Later when questioned, Sam repeatedly told the ranger,

“If a man knows anything, he ought to die with it in him.” He left this world without disclosing the locations of his various riches. There were country people that swore to the fact they saw Sam Bass ride through their gap, seven days after his death! Sam Bass believed in ghosts…wonder what lonely trail he rides today watching the cache(s) he left behind? The legends caught my eye and my imagination…hope you enjoyed it! The ghost stories…uhmm…but the treasure legends are true…well, I guess as true as a legend can be! Werner Van Bruen said, “Science tells us that nothing in nature, not even the tiniest particle, can disappear without a trace. Think about that for a moment. Once you do, your thoughts about life will never be the same…”

GUARDIANS OF THE TREASURE by Elaine Padgett Carnegie

Gov. Rick Perry issued the following statement on the Senate passage of SB 14, related to voter identification requirements:

“I applaud the Texas Senate for passing the voter ID legislation, which represents a significant step toward preserving the integrity of the ballot box in Texas. I

am pleased that state lawmakers are quickly addressing this issue, which is important to Texans and critical to ensuring our state has proper protections against voter fraud, and I fully expect the House will soon follow suit and pass this important measure.”

Statement by Governor Rick Perry on Senate Passage of Voter ID Legislation

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Valentines Day Special at Vinny’s Italian Restaurant

Special includes “A rose for your Valentine!”

Soup & Salad (soup: homemade tomato Basil or Italian Wedding Soup) (salad: crisp mixed green salad with tomatoes,

Cucumbers and Carrots with your choice of dressing) Entree your choice of: Large spinach and cheese ravioli’s with your choice of our homemade spaghetti sauce or our

special Marinara sauce or Chichen Toscana-Chicken stuffed with Sun Dried Tomatoes, Spinach,

Artichoke hearts and mozzarella cheese baked with a creamy roasted red bell pepper sause served over pasta

Dessert your choice of: Italian Cream Cake or Warm Apple Pie A la mode Drink: Tea or Coffee

All this for

$20.99 per person

PLEASE CALL FOR RESERVATION 830-232-4420

410 S Hwy 83 Leakey, TX 78873 Ph. 830-232-4553

Of�ice Hours-Lobby Mon-Thu 9:00 to 3:00

Fri 9:00 to 4:30Of�ice Hours-Drive-Thru

Mon-Fri 9:00 to 4:30 Sat 9:00 to 12:00 Drive-Up ATM

Located at Branch Also located inside Concan General Store

U.S. Hwy 83 & Tx. Hwy 127

HOMETOWN SERVICE WITH A SMILE! Come Let Our New Branch Operations Officer Brenda Gonzalez

help you with your Banking needs!

Monday, Feb. 14 11am-2pm and 4pm-9pm