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Hugh and Beth Buchanan, of Leakey (Uncle Buck and Aunt Beth) visited the Shackelford’s “Dead Horse Mountain Lodge” near the Big Bend last year and stopped to have their picture taken. I saved this picture for this

week because it’s Beth’s Birthday and she is a Leap Year Baby! So Happy BirthdayAunt Beth! If you are planning a trip pick up your T-shirt before

you leave! Get yours for only $15 each, we have all sizes. Contact Willis Springfield at 830-232-5783 or come by the Hill Country Herald

shop to get yours today. They also have coffee mugs, note cards and Christmas ornaments. Be sure to send in your picture to the Hill

Country Herald! Have Fun out there and SPREAD THE WORD!

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LADY EAGLES HEADED TO STATE First time since 1963 by Julie Becker photo by Kim Kerr

HE’S BACK!

A bill has been filed in the Texas Legislature to help preserve the unique ecological condition of the headwaters of the Nueces, Frio and Sabinal rivers in Uvalde County and the Comal and San Marcos rivers in Comal and Hays counties. Senate Bill 589, by Glenn Hegar, is the result of a recommendation by the South Central Texas Regional Water Planning Group (Region L).Region L Chairman, Con Mims, explains that “these are some of the last nearly pristine waters in the state. They are widely recognized natural treasures that identify the regions in which they are located.”Region L documents show that the Nueces, Frio, and Sabinal stream segments are listed in the Nationwide Rivers Inventory (NRI) prepared by the National Park Service. NRI listed rivers possess one or more “outstandingly remarkable” natural or cultural

values judged to be of more than local or regional significance.The San Marcos River segment is fed by the second largest spring system in Texas. It is the number one recreational river in the state and number two scenic river. The Comal River segment is fed by the largest spring in Texas. It supports a regional recreation and tourist industry and provides critical habitat for four federally listed endangered species.State law allows for designation by the Texas Legislature of streams having unique ecological value. A stream may be considered for unique designation if it meets one or more of the following criteria: significant biological function, valuable hydrologic function, riparian conservation areas, high water quality/exceptional or high

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The Nueces Canyon Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors hosted the organizations Annual Banquet on Saturday, February 16, 2013 at the First Baptist Church of Camp Wood Banquet Hall with more than 100 people in attendance. This year’s guest speaker was Sonja Klein of the Nueces Canyon. Klein spoke of her travels around the world but specifically on the details of visiting the largest Communistic and largest Democratic countries. She spoke of other countries having the desire to have American products; she stated that there are Wal-Marts, KFC and Starbucks everywhere. Her message was that the world over, every country is having the same problems and in her opinion, the USA is and will remain the world leader. Guest dined on a meal provided by Two Fat Boys BBQ and Chamber volunteers and dessert by Casa Falcon. Thanks goes to the Nueces Canyon Girl Scouts, Cami and Cade Morgan for serving the meal and waiting tables. President Ben Cox presented the

organizations Annual Progress Report and unveiled plans to re-open the old theater building as a theater and community building. Miss Nueces Canyon, Meagan Prather, performed in sign language to the song Concrete Angel by Martina McBride. Cox also announced recipients of the Shooting for the Stars Award — Brianna Taylor, Lori Tysor and Bambi Renfro. All three women are very active members in Nueces Canyon community organizations that not only mentor to the young children and students in the Nueces Canyon but also teach leadership and involvement. Cox also awarded Connie Matchett the Volunteer of the Year award. Every year the Chamber of Commerce seeks nominations from the community for the annual Citizen of the Year award. Nominees are sought from all areas and organizations of the Nueces Canyon and based on those nominations submitted, the award is kept secret until the reveal the evening of the banquet. This years Citizen of the Year went to Jan Henderson.

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The Lady Eagles defeated Rocksprings with a score of 56-51 this past Saturday to secure a seat in the State Playoffs! Please come and show your support for our Leakey Lady Eagles as they play Whitharral in the State Semifinals game on Friday, March 1, at the Erwin Center in Austin, TX at 7:00 PM. The other two teams in the State Semifinals, Roscoe Highland and Saltillo, play each other at 1:00 PM on Friday. There will be a Send Off Pep Rally Thursday, February 28th @ 3:00 pm at the Real County Courthouse

Square. If you would like please bring your vehicle with clean windows to the back of the Leakey school Wednesday at around 5 pm and the girls will decorate them for you with window paint! This is the first time the Leakey Lady Eagles have been to the state tournament since 1963. Join in and support our Eagles as they head to STATE!! GO EAGLES!! You can get ticket information, parking info and directions at http://www.uterwincenter.com/events/ticket-information

The health exchanges, linchpin of the Affordable Care Act (Obamacare) are scheduled to open enrollment this October, with coverage beginning January 2014. The final ruling issued this week expands coverage for mental health and substance use disorders. According to authorities, nearly 20 percent of individual health insurance policies currently do not cover these health issues. Access to mental health care has been brought to the forefront of the national conversation with the devastating acts of violence in recent months.Friday was a very important day for health policy days. It was the last day for states to tell the federal government whether they wanted any part in running the Affordable Care Act health exchanges come 2014. The federal government did not get many takers. Some of the most closely watched states,

including Florida and New Jersey, decided to leave the entire task to the federal government. All told, the federal government will run 26 of the state health exchanges. It also will partner with seven states, where state and federal officials take joint responsibility for the marketplace. Seventeen states and the District of Columbia will take on the task themselves. For those curious, the two states with Democratic governors defaulting into the federal exchange are Missouri and Montana. There are four states with Republican governors who are running health exchanges: Nevada, Idaho, New Mexico and Utah (although Utah has recently retreated from this position.) The one state with an Independent governor running a health exchange is Rhode Island.

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Nueces Canyon Citizen of the Year Named and Other Awards Given By Ben Cox, NC Chamber of Commerce President photos by Canyon Broadcaster

OBAMACARE - Exchanges by Julie Becker

Bill To Preserve Headwaters submitted by Con Mims

Parkers of Noxville retain family lore and legend

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Property 029 : 260 acs. +/- WILL DIVIDE Hwy. frontage, Call Martin for all the details! $4250 per acreNEWProperty 030: Rancho Real, 10 ac. of remote land. 4x4 needed. Great hunting or recreational tract. Pretty flat topography. $32,500Property 031: Riverfront home in the Frio Pecan Farm! In rental pool. Lots of amenities. $269,000 REDUCEDProperty 033: 5.16 ac. lot near town. City water & elec. Gorgeous views, paved roads, security gate. $84,900Property 034: 3 acs. In Concan fronting Hwy. 127. Just past Neal’s & Frio River. Great Commercial location! $225,000Property 035: 144 acs. Leakey city limits. Huge trees, county road frontage. Great homeplace or Development $7,000 per ac. REDUCEDProperty 036: Riverfront lot w/water & electric. Huge cypress and oak trees. Very nice! 1.78 acs. $159,000 POSSIBLE OWNER FINANCINGProperty 037: 5.3 ac. in Deer Creek Estates. HUGE oak trees and views. Gated entry & private paved road access. All useable land. $64,500Property 038: Cozy 2/2 log cabin in Frio Pecan Farm. Managed rentals. Investment property. $175,000Property 040: Beautiful rock home. Unique details. River Park. 1620 sq. ft. on 1.24 acs. HUGE trees. Outdoor fp. $259,900 REDUCEDProperty 041: 25 acs. Hunting property w/well & electricity. Frontage on Hwy. 41. Great location. $95,000Property 043: 10+ acs. AG EXEMPT! Great homesite. Small tank site, meter pole, RR337 & County Rd. frontage. $105,000Property 044-046 : Canyon Oaks/Concan lots. River access, elec./ water available. 1ac. to 9+ acs.!!! $42,500 to $85,000Property 047: 1+/- ac. lot Mountain Valley in Concan. Close to golf course, House Pasture, Frio. Rentals OK!!! $89,000Property 050: River access lot w/huge trees! All utilities. Frio River Place. Just steps from the Frio! Owner/Agent $86,000Property 052: Huge 3/2 Triple wide on beautiful, shady 1.52 acs. Garage + sunroom. Close to town. City water AND well. $99,000Property 053: 7+ acs. Frio frontage w/large 4/2 DW plus nice barn. $299,000Property 056: Lovely newer home on 4 ac. close to town. Views for MILES! Huge porches, custom cabinetry, workshop. $229,500 Property 060, 063: The Ranch Subdivision in Concan. Ag. Exempt residential lots 5-8 ACS.w/Frio Access. $130-165KProperty 061: Cute brick house in Leakey. 170 Pecan Drive. Close to everything. On 2 lots w/guest house. $115,000Property 064: Two 1+ ac. lots w/Hwy. 83 frontage. No Restrictions. Elec. & city water available. $37,500 each lot.Property 065: 3/2 brick house on RR337. No Restrictions. Currently a successful nightly rental. CLOSE to river. $129,500 REDUCEDProperty 067: 89+ acs. Hwy. frontage, near Garner. Partial high fence. Addtl. acreage available. $429,000 OWNER TERMSProperty 068: 89+ acs. Adjacent to #67 above. Gorgeous land w/great topography. $429,000 OWNER TERMSProperty 069: 14.9 acs. Hwy. 2748 frontage in Uvalde Co. Just gorgeous. Great homesite. Additional acreage avail. $115,000 OWNER TERMSProperty 070: 18.74 acs. Real County. 2/3rds high fenced. Additional acreage available. $115,000 OWNER TERMS

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(Uvalde, TX), Feb. 21, 2013 — Uvalde-Kinney-Maverick-Real Counties Farm Service Agency (FSA) Executive Director Nancy Condit announced today that FSA will conduct a four-week Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) general sign-up beginning May 20 and ending on June 14. “It continues to be our goal to ensure that we use CRP to address our most critical resource issues” said Condit. “In 2012, Texas experienced the worst drought in 60 years. CRP protected environmentally sensitive lands from washing or blowing away. It gave ranchers extra grazing land when they needed it. I expect there will be strong competition to enroll or re-enroll acres into CRP, so I urge Uvalde-Kinney-Maverick-Real County producers to maximize their environmental benefits and make sure their offers are cost-effective.”

In addition to erosion control, CRP provides significant water quality benefits including reduced nutrients and sediment loadings and adverse consequences associated with floods as well as expanded and enhanced wildlife habitat.Currently, about 27 million acres are enrolled in CRP nationwide; more than 3 million of these acres are enrolled in Texas. CRP is a voluntary program available to agricultural producers to help them safeguard environmentally sensitive land. Producers enrolled in CRP plant long-term, resource-conserving covers to improve the quality of water, control soil erosion and enhance wildlife habitat. Contracts on an estimated 3.3 million acres of CRP nationwide are set to expire on Sept. 30, 2013, and more than 362,000 of those expiring acres are in Texas. Producers with expiring contracts or producers with

environmentally sensitive land are encouraged to evaluate their options under CRP.Uvalde-Kinney-Maverick-Real Counties currently has 5720 acres enrolled in CRP and 964 of those acres are set to expire on Sept. 30, 2013.Producers that are accepted in the sign-up can receive cost-share assistance for planting covers and receive an annual rental payment for the length of the contract (10-15 years). Producers also are encouraged to look into CRP’s other enrollment opportunities offered on a continuous, non-competitive, sign-up basis. Continuous sign-ups often provide additional financial assistance. Those sign-up dates will be announced later. For more information on CRP and other FSA programs, visit your local FSA office or www.fsa.usda.gov.

Gov. Rick Perry announced that National Instruments will expand its research and development capacity in Austin, creating 1,000 jobs and $80 million in capital investment. The state is providing $4.4 million through the Texas Enterprise Fund (TEF) to close the deal on this expansion and job creation. Execution of the state’s agreement is contingent upon finalization of a local incentive package.“Central Texas’ flourishing high tech industry is further strengthened by National Instruments’ expansion, which will create 1,000 technical and engineering jobs and bolster Austin’s status as a hub for research, development and innovation,” Gov. Perry said. “Texas’ continued focus on STEM education is a natural fit, and will ensure the Lone Star State continues to provide the capable workforce necessary for high tech employers like National Instruments to thrive.”National Instruments designs and manufactures electronic measurement hardware and software, with operations throughout the U.S., Canada and 45 other countries.

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RemindersLeakey 4-H Meeting – March 4th Pesticide Applicator License Training – March 5th Nueces Canyon 4-H Meeting – March 12th Big Springs 4-H Meeting – March 14th Pesticide Applicator License Training – March 5th On March the 5thin the County Extension office, there will be a Pesticide Applicator License Training for those interested in receiving a Private Applicator License, Commercial Applicator License or Non-Commercial Applicator License. The training will include:- An explanation of each license- The use and regulations of pesticides- The requirements for license

holders from the Texas Department of Agriculture- Best practices when using pesticidesIt is a requirement to take the training for a pesticide applicator license through the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension service prior to taking the test with the Texas Department of Agriculture.The training will be at the Extension Office in the Senior Citizen’s Building on March 5th from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. If you would like to register for the course, please contact the Extension office at 830.232.6673.San Antonio & San Angelo Livestock Show ResultsThere were 14 livestock exhibitors at the San Antonio Livestock Show & Rodeo this year representing Real

County. Each participant did very well representing the Real County 4-H and FFA programs as they competed with some of the toughest livestock exhibitors in the nation. Three students exhibited chickens for the first time from Real County, Quinten Pigg, Avery Satterwhite, and Kayla Vincent. Even though they did not place, they each did very well in a highly competitive chicken show.Two students exhibited pigs this year, Isaiah Chavez and Olivia Martinez. Olivia walked away with her head high after receiving 7th place with her Chester White pig.There were 8 students exhibiting goats, Sydney Auld, Hayley Bates, Trey Bates, Hailey Hart,

Tanner Pannell, Trapper Pannell, Ty Pannell, and Chase Reagor. They all did an outstanding job in what the announcer called “the toughest goat show in the nation.” Ty Pannell was the only contestant to make it into the top 10 with a 10th place goat.Six students exhibited lambs, Hayley Bates, Trey Bates, Tanner Pannell, Trapper Pannell, Ty Pannell, and Ryan

Snow. Hayley Bates won 2nd in her class with a heavy weight Finewool sheep and Trey Bates won 4th in his class with a lightweight Finewool Cross sheep.Congratulations to all of the exhibitors for their hard work. There will be two more major livestock shows results from Houston and Austin coming in future articles

As the nation reaches a key deadline in implementing Obamacare, political resistance in some states and failure to plan in others is fueling worries that the speed and scope of the health care reform may already be in jeopardy, threatening the expansion of coverage to millions of uninsured

Americans.The fear is that if the exchanges do not quickly take shape -- if disorganization reigns and the marketplaces sow frustration -- some of the uninsured may give up, and others may get lost in the bureaucratic shuffle. Many states, especially those

governed by Republicans opposed to the 2010 health care law, have delayed making plans for the exchanges. Republican politicians hoped first that Congress would repeal the law, then that the Supreme Court would strike it down and finally that voters would send the anti-Obamacare

Mitt Romney to the White House.But with Obama’s reelection, health care reform is here to stay and the federal government must scramble to get ready. The exchanges open for business to the uninsured on Oct. 1, 2013. People will go to the exchanges to learn

whether they qualify for the health insurance tax credits available to anyone earning up to four times the federal poverty level, which amounts to $44,680 this year. Those earning up to 133 percent of the poverty level, or $14,856 this year, will be entitled to Medicaid if they live in a state

that doesn’t refuse to expand the program. Most people are expected to shop for health insurance plans on the exchange’s website, where they will enter personal information such as age, family size, income and ZIP code to determine what plans they can buy.

aquatic life use/high aesthetic value, threatened or endangered species/unique communities. Mims says “All of these criteria are met by each of these stream segments”.The Nueces, Frio and Sabinal river segments extend from the Uvalde County line, which is the boundary of Region L, downstream to approximately the recharge zone of the Edwards Aquifer. The Comal and San Marcos river segments

are within the immediate influence of the Comal and San Marcos springs. The Nueces segment is about 19 miles long, the Frio is about 15 miles, the Sabinal is about 12 miles, the Comal is about three miles, and the San Marcos is about two miles in lengthAccording to Mims, the passage of this legislation will only mean that a state agency or political subdivision of the state may not finance the actual construction of a reservoir

within the designated segment. “There are no reservoirs planned for any of these segments to the best of Region L’s knowledge.”Mims noted that Region L’s support of this bill is contingent on the following conditions remaining in the bill.The designation of a river or stream segment as being of unique ecological value (1) does not affect the ability of a state agency or political

subdivision of the state to construct, operate, maintain, or replace a weir, a water diversion, flood control, drainage, or water supply system, or a recreational facility in the designated segment; (2) does not prohibit the permitting, financing, construction, operation, maintenance, or replacement of any water management strategy to meet projected water supply needs recommended in, or designated as an alternative in,

the 2011 Regional Water Plan for Region L; and (3) does not alter any existing property right of an affected landowner.“Region L believes that the Texas Legislature’s recognition of these streams as being unique’, Mims said, “will elevate their importance and value, instill additional pride in them by adjacent landowners and nearby communities, and encourage their continued, voluntary, preservation.”The planning area for Region

L covers 21 1⁄2 counties from Uvalde, Zavala and Dimmit counties to the west, Kendall, Hays, and Caldwell counties to the north, and down the San Antonio and Guadalupe rivers to Refugio and Calhoun counties at San Antonio Bay. The planning group has 29 members from throughout the region.

OBAMACARE - Exchanges continued from front page

Bill To Preserve Headwaters continued from front page

Real County Extension News by Travis Helms

Uvalde-Kinney-Maverick-Real Counties FSA Announces 45th General Sign-Up for the Conservation Reserve Program

Wednesday, February 27, 2013 Hill Country Herald Page 3

JAIL REGISTER

Real County Law OfficersJames E. Brice, Sheriff

Don Gass, Deputy SheriffChris Sheridan, Deputy Sheriff

Bruce Carr, Deputy SheriffJim Wilson, Constable

Joe Tolleson, ConstableCorporal Jake Sanchez, DPS Highway Patrol

Clint Graham, TPWD Game Warden

Disclaimer: All print and other visual media is for informational purposes only. This information is considered public information under the Free-dom of Information Act and the Public Records Act. Any indication of an arrest is not intended to imply or infer that such individual has been convicted of a crime. All persons are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.

February 10 - February 16, 2013

GOVERNMENT OFFICIALSCity of Leakey Mayor: Harry Schneemann

Secretary: Dee Dee Wally Office: 830-232-6757 Fax: 830-232-6775

Councilmen: Ken Auld • Hugh Buchanan • Carl Jensen • Jesus Rubio • Bob Bowers

Leakey Volunteer Fire Dept.830-232-4005 Frio Canyon EMS, Inc.830-232-5299 City of Camp Wood Mayor: Ben Cox

Office: 830-597-2265 Fax: 830-597-5365 email:cityhall@swtexas.net

Aldermen: Curtis Wilson • Brant Hickman • Sammie Ives •Jesse Chavez • Josh Cox

Volunteer Fire Dept:830-597-6100 Camp Wood Library: 830-597-3208

Nueces Canyon EMS: 830-597-4200City of Sabinal Mayor: Louis Landeros

Secretary: Betty Jo Harris Office: 830-988-2218

Councilmembers: Nancy Alvarado, Chuck Van Pelt, Alma Martinez, Linda Musquiz, Eloisa Munoz and Mike Nuckles

Sabinal Library 830-988-2911 Sabinal Municipal Judge: Anita Herndon 830-988-2630

Real County County Judge, Garry Merritt 830-232-5304

Real County Attorney, Bobby Jack Rushing 830-232-6461

County/District Clerk, Bella Rubio 830-232-5202 Justice of the Peace Dianne Rogers: 830-232-6630

Justice of the Peace Chris Lacey: 830-597-6129 Sheriff, James Earl Brice 830-232-5201

Tax Assessor-Collector Donna Brice: 830-232-6210 Treasurer, Mairi Gray 830-232-6627

Chief Appraiser Kelley Shults 830-232-6248 Real County Public Library 830-232-5199Camp Wood Public Library 830-597-3208

Real County Commissioners:Precinct #1: Manuel Rubio Pct.#2: Bryan Shackelford

Pct. #3:Gene Buckner Pct.#4: Joe W. Connell, Sr. Real Edwards Conservation & Reclamation District

PO Box 807 . Camp Wood, Texas 78833(830) 597-3322 office Fax (830) 597-3320

recrd@swtexas.net email Roland Trees, Board President

Joel Pigg, General Manager

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4thstreet for civil service2/20/2013 @- 1204 responded to a motor vehicle accident on US Highway 83 North- 1338 responded to a 2nd motor vehicle accident on US Highway 83 North2/22/2013 @- 638 responded to a residence on Stamford Hollow road to assist EMS- 1722 responded to a business on US Highway 83 South to assist the public

Johnson, Terry Joe Jr., 27, W/M, Camp Wood, Texas, A/O Sheridan, Driving While License Invalid, $500 PR Bond;

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These notices shall satisfy two separate but related procedural requirements for activities to be undertaken by the City of Leakey.

REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF FUNDSOn or after March 18 2013 the City of Leakey will submit a request to HUD and the Texas Department of Agriculture for the release of Community Development Block Grant Funds under Section 104f of Title 1 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 as amended to undertake the following project:Project Title: TxCDBG 712027Purpose: The purpose of this project is to give the City of Leakey additional water infrastructure by installing approximately 1,620 linear feet of six inch water transmission line and construct GUI treatment facilities in order to use a private GUI well on a permanent basis. A 300 gpm enhanced water treatment facility will be constructed. The treatment will include pre-filtration of the GUI supply using 10 micron cartridge filtration followed by 5 micron and 1 micron absolute cartridge filtration pressure vessels in series and continuous turbidity and disinfectant residual monitoring equipment and all related piping housed in a small building. The size of the filter plant building will be approximately 28ft. x 24 ft. Location: The proposed project is located at East Fourth Street at the old water plant site in Leakey, Texas. The water transmission line will extend approximately 1,600 linear feet from the water plant to along RR337 to private well site in Leakey, Texas Real County. Estimated Cost: The Total Estimated Cost is $350,000.00; which will finance the construction, engineering and administration of TxCDBG 712027.

FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACTThe City of Leakey has determined that the project will have no significant impact on the human environment. Therefore, an Environmental Impact Statement under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) is not required. Additional project information is contained in the Environmental Review Record (ERR) on file at the City of Leakey 148 W. Fourth Street and at Esser & Company, Community/Economic Development Grant Management Firm 702 Ashby Drive S. Uvalde, Texas 78801 and may be examined or copied weekdays 9:00 A.M to 4:00 P.M.

PUBLIC COMMENTSAny individual, group, or agency may submit written comments on the ERR to Harry Schneemann, Mayor of Leakey. All comments received by March 18, 2013 will be considered by the City of Leakey prior to authorizing submission of a request for release of funds. Comments should specify which Notice they are addressing.

RELEASE OF FUNDSThe City of Leakey certifies to HUD and the Texas Department of Agriculture that Harry Schneemann in his capacity as Mayor of Leakey consents to accept the jurisdiction of the Federal Courts if an action is brought to enforce responsibilities in relation to the environmental review process and that these responsibilities have been satisfied. HUD’s/TDA’s approval of the certification satisfies its responsibilities under NEPA and related laws and authorities and allows the City of Leakey to use HUD program funds.

OBJECTIONS TO RELEASE OF FUNDSHUD/TDA will accept objections to its release of funds and the City of Leakey’s certification for a period of fifteen days following the anticipated submission date or its actual receipt of the request (whichever is later) only if they are on one of the following bases: (a) the certification was not executed by the Certifying Officer of the City of Leakey (b) the City of Leakey has omitted a step or failed to make a decision or finding required by HUD regulations at 24 CFR part 58; (c) the grant recipient or other participants in the development process have committed funds, incurred costs or undertaken activities not authorized by 24 CFR Part 58 before approval of a release of funds by HUD/TDA; or (d) another Federal agency acting pursuant to 40 CFR Part 1504 has submitted a written finding that the project is unsatisfactory from the standpoint of environmental quality. Objections must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the required procedures (24 CFR Part 58, Sec. 58.76) and shall be addressed to HUD Fort Worth Regional Office 801 Cherry Street Unit #45 Suite 2500 Fort Worth, Texas 76102 or Texas Department of Agriculture,1700 North Congress,11th Floor Austin, Texas, P O Box 12847 Austin, Texas 78711. Potential objectors should contact HUD/TDA to verify the actual last day of the objection period.Harry Schneemann, MayorCity of Leakey, Texas

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The Leakey ISD Band Booster Club will have an organizational meeting on Tuesday evening March 19th at 7 PM in the Band Hall. The Band Booster Club will provide logistical and fund raising support for the band program.The agenda for the meeting will include election of officers and planning for upcoming band events. Band Booster projects will include soliciting donations for new band uniforms, planning

fund raisers for a band trip to Dallas in the spring of 2014, and organizing a marching band contest to be hosted here at Leakey ISD. The Leakey ISD Band Booster Club is open to parents and community members who want to support the musical activities of Leakey band students. For more information please call Rick Austin, Leakey band director, at 232-5595, ext. 2112.

The Blood Drive held on February 11, 2013 was very successful! A total of 36 units of blood were collected. One donation can save three lives. Therefore, 108 lives can be saved from the donations of students, staff and the community. The National Honor Society and National Junior Honor Society members are responsible to recruit donors for the blood drive. They are also responsible to make sandwiches, put up signs and assist at the Blood Drive. Thanks to all who donated.

SportsThe Leakey boys’ basketball team defeated Eden last Tuesday night in their first round of playoffs with a score of 72-57. Tanner Pannell, senior, played an outstanding game with 10 rebounds and 52 points, with one 3-pointer. Will Stewart added 7 rebounds and 4 points, Drew Shackelford brought down 7 rebounds, and Emilio Navarro made 9 points and had 9 rebounds. The Eagles played Friday night at 7:30 in Pleasanton against the San Isidro Tigers for the Area title.

The Lady Eagles defeated their district foe, the Knippa Rockcrushers, last Tuesday night 53-43. Sarah Reagor lead the scoring with 22 points and brought down 10 rebounds, Keena Auld added 16 points and 5 rebounds, Brianna Rubio put in 7 points to go with 5 rebounds and 3 assists. The Lady Eagles played in the Regional Tournament against Leggett at Canyon Lake high School in New Braunfels at 4:00 on Friday.College Fair DayThirteen seniors attended College Fair Day, coordinated by Damacio Sanchez, at the SWTJC Campus last Tuesday, February 19. Student ambassadors from the college guided the Leakey seniors through four breakout sessions which covered topics ranging from admissions and testing, financial

aid, and how to use the Student Success Center where college students can go to get tutoring, advising, or help with time management skills. The seniors also attended the freshman orientation session. An outdoor complimentary lunch with music and door prizes was provided for the prospective students. Five Leakey ISD students plan to attend South West Texas Junior College next fall. Poster & Essay Contest WinnersThe Texas State Soil & Water Conservation organization sponsors the soil conversation poster and essay contest each year.

Entries are judged at the district level and winners will advance to area level of competition and may even advance to the state level. Winning entries came from the 5th grade and are Rylee Stewart – Grand Champion Poster; Kalin Kerr – Reserve Grand Champion poster; Skylar Blalock – 3rd place poster. For the essay contest the winners are: 1st place –Rylee Stewart; 2nd place – Jack Morshead. Good job 5th Grade!

Kay Anderson, Daughters of the Republic of Texas Caddel-Smith Chapter Education Chair, visited Rick Austin’s 7thgrade Texas History class February 19, 2013 to notify students who placed in the chapter sponsored annual Texas History Essay Contest. Coleman Kerr placed first and Damian Gonzalez placed second. This year’s 7thgrade topic was James W. Fannin and Fort Defiance. John and Kim Kerr are the parents of Coleman and Rudy and Brenda Gonzalez are the parents of Damian. Mrs. Anderson also visited Rebecca Dabb’s 4thgrade students, who were all anxiously waiting for her. Wylden Hubbard was surprised to learn he had placed 2nd place with his essay on “The

Angel of Goliad”. The 4th grade students could write on James W. Fannin or The Angel of Goliad. Wylden’s parents are Langtry and Amy Hubbard.The top three 4th and 7th grade students will read their winning essays at the DRT Caddel-Smith meeting Saturday, March 2, 2013, beginning at 2:00 p.m. at the Leakey United Methodist Church in the Fellowship Hall. Everyone is invited to hear these students read their impressive essays regarding Texas History.

Leakey ISD 7th grade: Coleman Kerr, Rick Austin and Damian Gonzalez

Kindergarten: Through the Eyes of a Five Year OldThis week I asked the following questions of kindergartener, Randy Fick. 1) What do you like about kindergarten? Answer: Reading centers and coloring2) What would you NOT want to have to do in kindergarten?Answer: Change my color3) What is a very important rule that we must obey at school?Answer: you have to listen4) What is your favorite food to eat in the cafeteria?Answer: corn dogs and pizza

5) What is your favorite subject at school?Answer: ScienceThank you, Randy for those great answers! Stay tuned for more of our …….Kindergarten: Through the Eyes of a Five Year Old!

Chastity Lane Thompson was born June 15, 1994 to Shawn and Starla Thompson of Leakey. Her younger sister, Kaylee Thompson (6th grade), attends Leakey ISD, and she has an older brother living in San Angelo. Chastity has been involved in many sports in the Leakey ISD Athletic Program including varsity basketball, varsity volleyball and track. She was named to the All-Regions Team for 2012, and to the 1st team All

District in both Volleyball and Basketball. A highly awarded team member in both volleyball and basketball, Chastity received the All-Sports Award for 2012.After graduation, Chastity will enlist in the United States Army to serve our country and fight for our right to freedom. Swearing in for 4 years in late January, 2013, this motivated young woman has plans to “ship out” in June, 2013.

Santiago, “Jimmy” Albarado is the son of Jimmy and Alma Albarado of Leakey. His family owns and operates Mama Choles Mexican Restaurant. Jimmy is the oldest of four children, who all attend Leakey ISD: Abby (sophomore), Emma (4th grade), and John (1st grade). Jimmy began working for his parents at a young age

starting at dishwasher, then later as a busboy. While attending Leakey ISD, Jimmy has been a member of the 4-H Club and participated in football, basketball, and track. In his limited free time, Jim enjoys hanging out with friends. He has a strong interest in the martial arts. As he learns and grows with this sport, he participates in competitions and has earned his blue belt. Jimmy plans on attending college to become a welder.

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Nueces Canyon High School conducts a program for students with above average potential in academic and creative-productive thinking skills areas in grades 7-12. This gifted education program is designed to challenge students to accelerate above and beyond the regular school curriculum.Anyone wishing to nominate a student believed to be an

intellectually or creatively gifted learner is encouraged to come by the high school office and complete the necessary forms. Those students nominated will go through a screening procedure that requires special testing. At the time of nomination, parents will be requested to grant permission for this testing. All nominations are due March 8, 2013

Career and Technical Education (CTE) provides high school students the opportunity to get a head start in preparing for college and careers. Students that take the opportunity to earn nationally recognized certifications will utilize these certifications to get a job to pay for college or as the start of a career! Nueces Canyon High School has several certification programs available to students in CTE classes. Currently, at this time we are offering Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS)

Certifications. MOS promotes success in the classroom for students as well as builds individual distinction, and prepares students for an increasingly competitive workforce. MOS maximizes office productivity and efficiency for the organization and increases job satisfaction and heightens career achievement among employees. Lastly, MOS prepares and places job candidates, ensuring they possess the skills employers require.Nueces Canyon High School is a certified Certiport

Testing Center that provides students the opportunity to obtain certifications which are globally recognized in both education and in the workplace. Students have the chance to earn a Microsoft Office Specialist Certification and be recognized as a Microsoft Office Specialist for Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint-2007 and 2010. CTE teachers are currently working on other certifications that will be offered to Students. Nueces Canyon’s goal is to prepare students for the competitive workforce.

Meagan Prather of Nueces Canyon High School has been honored for her exemplary volunteer service with a President’s Volunteer Service Award. Meagan has received this award because of her hours of volunteer service with the Girls Scouts, her serving as Miss Nueces Canyon, and her time spent with the Nueces Canyon Mission Project. The award, which recognizes Americans of all ages who have volunteered significant amounts

of their time to serve their communities and their country, was presented by the Prudential Spirit of Community Awards program on behalf of President Barack Obama. Meagan participated in the Spirit of Community program this year as a representative of Nueces Canyon High School in Barksdale, Texas.NCCISD would like to congratulate Meagan on her outstanding achievement and thank her for her service to the Nueces Canyon school and community!

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Three Nueces Canyon students were recognized Friday, February 15, 2013, for placing in the Daughters of the Republic of Texas annual Texas History Essay Contest. At the Panther Time awards ceremony, Judy Burleson, DRT Caddel-Smith Chapter President, announced that seventh grade student Micah Vernor’s essay placed third in the chapter sponsored contest. Micah’s social studies teacher Laurie Williams provided the opportunity for her to research and write about James W. Fannin and Fort Defiance. She was joined

by her parents Carroll and Dee Vernor, her sister Anna, and her grandmother Ivie Vernor as she received a token of appreciation from Judy Burleson. Later that afternoon, Mrs. Burleson, joined fourth grade teacher Becky Morey in announcing that in the fourth grade contest Zoe Carnes won

first place and Analee Carabajal won third place in the Texas History Essay contest. Fourth graders could choose between two topics: James W. Fannin or The Angel of Goliad. Both Zoe and Analee chose James W. Fannin as their topic. Zoe’s parents are John and Shelli Carnes and Analee is the daughter of Manuel and Cassie Carabajal. All three students will be invited to attend the next Caddel-Smith DRT meeting in Leakey at the Methodist Church Fellowship Hall on Saturday March 2 at 2 p.m. where they will read their essays for the Daughters and their guests. Congratulations to these students and to all fourth and seventh grade students who participated in the contest.

A ceremony was held on Friday, February 22 at Nueces Canyon High School to honor April Amine for receiving her Microsoft Office Specialist Certification in Microsoft Word 2010.April took her certification test last Wednesday and made a 931 out of a possible 1000 points. This nationally recognized certification issued

by Microsoft will help April present herself as truly knowledgeable and differentiate her in a competitive job market.Mrs. Jan Prather is April’s teacher and has helped her prepare for this test. Mr. Harmon, also a CTE teacher, has been instrumental in helping load software on computers to start this process. April will now be pursuing her Microsoft Certification in Powerpoint. The Career and Technology department at Nueces Canyon has recently started a campaign to pursue industry certifications for students taking CTE classes. Students will soon be pursuing certifications in other areas such as OSHA, Welding,

and Food Handling in addition to Microsoft Office Certification.Congratulations to April Amine on obtaining this certification and for blazing new paths in the CTE department!!

The Nueces Canyon Ag Mechanics teams traveled to San Angelo to compete in the Ag mechanics contest this past week. The Nueces Canyon FFA took two entries to the show. One was a 10 foot by 5 1⁄2 foot trailer built by Juan Onate, Caleb Evans and Zeke Moncivais. This will be our trailer that we have a drawing for this year. These three boys presented their trailer with great pride and brought home a blue ribbon. Your name can be put in the hat for just a mere $10 donation to the AG department. All the money raised will go into next year’s project. The second trailer that was built was a 16 foot gooseneck trailer with a 4 foot dovetail. This was the first time I or any of the boys had ever built a gooseneck trailer. All of the boys put in a tremendous amount of work and presented their trailer superbly. Though their effort was very valiant they brought home a red ribbon. They did not hang their heads at all and the juniors and sophomore assured me they would be back next year and they would bring home a blue ribbon. The gooseneck trailer team consisted of Ace Sanchez, Dakota Davila, Reagan Luce,

Phillip Carleton, Trevor Ward, and Preston Watters. Upon arriving home form a very rigorous two days of presenting their trailer to judges in San Angelo the boys rose to the occasion and presented it to the Nueces Canyon

School Board and many guests Thursday evening. I greatly appreciate the board coming out and listening to the boys it sure meant a lot to them and me. First off I would like to thank my senior boys because they did a tremendous job leading and helping to build these trailers and I look forward to even greater things next year out of my younger folks and I am hoping to have Nueces Canyon’s first all-girl trailer team with a group of sophomores coming up. Talk to any of the Nueces Canyon FFA members if you would like to donate for a chance to receive the trailer that was built. Once again I would like to thank-you for your continuing support. Pictured are L to R: Trevor Ward, Regan Luce, Ace Sanchez, Preston Watters, Philip Carleton, Dakota Davilla

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Nueces Canyon Students Place in DRT Sponsored Texas History Essay Contest Written by Judy Burleson

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District Champs The Sabinal Yellowjackets were District Champs this year and played Milano Eagles on Friday. They were led out of town with police escort, flashing lights and sirens blazing. A number of people followed them to chear them on. However as it is with any game, there has to be a loser and this time Sabinal lost. However, Coach Navarro and his staff did an outstanding job and the boys as well as the coaches need to be congratulated for their accomplishments this season. Hudson Brotherhood There were 18 members present at Hudson Brotherhood which was held at First Baptist Church this past Sunday. The devotional was given by President Greg Bales and breakfast was provided by Eddie McKinney and Charles “Mr. Mac” McFarland. Hudson Brotherhood is a non-denominational Christian fellowship for men and boys in our area. Each fourth Sunday, excluding the month of

Decemer, they meet at one of the churches in Sabinal. They begin their meeting at 8 am and conclude at 9 am. Any men or boys are welcome to join them in fellowship. World Day of Prayer On Friday at 4 pm, the First United Methodist Church of Sabinal will host a program for World Day of Prayer. All ladies in the area are invited to join in this special service which begins at 4 pm. Refreshements will follow in the church fellowship hall. The church is located on the corner of San Antonio Street and Fisher Avenue (Highway 90). Hope to see you there. St. Patrick Catholic On this Friday the Way of the Cross will be held at 5:45 pm and on Saturday at 6:30 pm. Following that will be the Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament. Benediction will be held at 6:15 pm and Mass will be held at 6:30 pm. All other Fridays during Lent, the Way of the Cross will be held at 6 pm and on

all Saturdays at 6:30 pm. All Fridays during the season of Lent are days of abstinence and all over the age of 14 are to abstain from eating meats. Civic Club Events The Sabinal Civic Club hosted their annual Fashion Show and Luncheon at St. Patrick Catholic Church in the Parish Hall on Saturday with the theme of Mardi Gras. There was an array of coats and jackets from Deloris Designs of Camp Wood. Huntson Clothing Company of Uvalde showed off their casual wear and shoes. Also featured were purses and clutches from Gabriel’s Loft in Sabinal. Door prizes were also awarded during the event. All monies earned from the show and luncheon go to award scholarships for deserving graduates of Sabinal High. Food was provided by Angie Hernandez and a bevy of “cookie ladies”. On March 7 the Civic Club will hold their monthly meeting at the Meadows Reading Room of the Sabinal Public Library at 4 pm. The program will be Trash

to Treasures Artwork and a committee will be appointed to the scholarship committee. Hostesses at the meeting will be Beth Figg and Marilyn Nunley. Our Gym Edwardo and Margaret Reyes are putting the finishing touches on their new gym which will be open soon. They are shooting for the first of March and it looks like they might make it. Get your sweats and sneakers on and get ready! TOPS Club On Thursday, the Sabinal Chapter of Take Off Pounds Sensibly Club will hold their regular meeting from 5 to 7 pm at the home of Mary Ann and Robert Flores on the corner of Fisher Avenue and Pickford Street. Members are asked to take their items for their first ever rummage sale to the meeting. The sale will be held on the following two days. Weigh ins and recording will be done and then members will get to the business at hand.

Last Friday, February 22, the Sabinal Yellowjackets traveled to the Geronimo Navarro High School in Seguin, Texas. A hard fought game by the Jackets but the Milano Eagles won out. The Milano Eagles topped the home team, Sabinal Yellowjackets basketball team by a final score of 70-58 in Friday’s non-league game. With the defeat, Sabinal moves to 23-4 on the year. Senior Cody Shockley and Matt Medina led the team in scoring. Sabinal outscored Milano in the second quarter but could not pick the lead back up. Senior Louis Landeros and Sophomore Justice Gonzales were dead on from the free throw line. Elijah Gonzales led the field with 5 assists and Matt Medina brought down 15 rebounds.

Sabinal succumbs to Milano by Julie Becker photos by Diana Medina

continued from front pageShe is the President of the Nueces Canyon Junior Livestock Association. Henderson and her husband were married in 1990 and moved to the Nueces Canyon in 2004, she is active in the community through the NCJLA, hosts a Christian Summer Horse Camp for kids, and is very involved in her church. Henderson is a native Texan and has a deep love for horses. She spent many hours improving the rodeo arena, going above and beyond her call to duty; she works for First State Bank of Uvalde—Camp Wood Branch. After the awards, the traditional balloon

drop was held, which is a fundraiser for the organization, and over 120 door prizes were given out. A silent auction was held as well. Everyone had a great time, the event was decorated and themed around the Real County Centennial celebration. The Chamber of Commerce wishes to thank all donors and everyone that helped make the event possible.

Nueces Canyon Citizen of the Year Named and Other Awards Given continued from front page

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The river God sculptedFor the sloe-eyed deer

And armadillosAnd the whippoorwills

So they could liveIn their purple hills

Where the cypress treesGrip its banks with their toes

Those regal old ladiesIn their new summer clothes

Serenaded by cricketsIn the warm moonlight

While the fireflies danceIn a lightshow each night

And the lazy frogs croakAnd the axis deer barkAnd the coyotes howlTo the tune of a lark

Those cypress trees waitedFor six hundred yearsAnd then the girl came

And the boy soon appeared

And they fell in love with the riverAnd they built their home ‘Neath the wise old trees

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The story of the Parkers and the community of Noxville have been intertwined for more than 130 years, and it’s undeniable they continue to leave their mark. Many graves at the old Noxville cemetery bear the Parker name. In roughly a 10-mile stretch, from U.S. Hwy. 290 just west of Harper and down FM 479, it is astounding how much Parker history abounds. When one family group alone contains 11 children, as is the case with James Henry and Matilda Jane Crockett Parker, it is nearly impossible to squeeze all their histories into anything smaller than a large book. The clan is related to two Alamo heroes — Crockett and Milam — as well as to many families well known in Kerr County including Taylors, Joys, Jobes and Bierschwales. The local group may or may not be related either to Cynthia Ann Parker, who was captured by Indians as a child, or to Bonnie Parker, Clyde Barrow’s partner in crime. Several cousins recently participated in this interview, including Buzzy and Walter Parker, Jr., Walter’s sister Antoinette “Tony” Ackel and Gayle Ake. Gayle is married to Gene, whose mother, Helen, was Jess Parker’s daughter. Among the Parker compilations by family members is “The William Parker Family (7 Generations)”, written in 1990 by Juanita Parker Ryan, beginning with the early years. Ancestor William Parker was born in 1821 in North Carolina and his wife, Frances Malinda Chamberlain (1823-1897), called “Lindy,” came from Georgia. The 1850 census showed William, a farmer, and Lindy living in Russell County, Alabama with three children: John Andrew (1843-1902), James Henry “Jim” (1845-1917) and Frances. Apparently, there was another child named Taylor, but nothing else is known about him. More children came with time: George W., Mary Katherine “Kit,” Martha “Mattie,” William Jackson “Bill” and Sarah E. William bought 70 acres near the Chattahoochee River, about 30 miles northwest of Columbus, Ga. He was a Mason and joined the Methodist Episcopal Church. He died when Bill, born in early 1857, was about 1-1/2 years of age. By late 1858, a last child, Sarah, was born in Louisiana in April, 1859. In 1861, son John Andrew joined the Confederate Army while still in Alabama, serving in the infantry as a private. Discharged in West Point, Miss., he tried to find his mother and siblings in Texas, on foot. It was a grueling journey. Ryan wrote: “It is told he would stop at homes and ask for food and a place to sleep, but was always turned away. He vowed then to always help someone in need. He followed rivers and streams until he reached the coast of Texas where the Colorado River enters the Gulf of Mexico. From there he followed the Colorado River upstream, stopping and asking along the way if anyone knew a Frances, Mary or Lindy Parker, as he was trying to locate his family. After many months and miles of walking, John found his mother and family.” Lindy had moved on to McCullough County, Texas with six of her children, settling at the mouth of Corn Creek at the Colorado River. The log cabin they built served as a home until her older children married. It was moved to the Corn Creek bottom, but later, it was nearly washed away in a flood and was moved high on a hill. John Andrew lived there the rest of his life, but in more recent times, Ryan wrote, the cabin was moved to Austin. In 1865, Frances, 42, married 62-year-old Thomas Jefferson Keese, but not everyone was happy with the new arrangement. Lindy rode with her daughter Sarah while the stepfather took Bill on his horse, and Ryan gave a picture of the newly-blended family. “The happy and the unhappy four rode down the Colorado River several miles to the Thomas Keese home ... It was on this ride that young William cut the strings from his step-father’s new saddle — he was one of the unhappy ones. Several years later, Sarah, at thirteen, ran away from her mother’s and step-father’s home and returned to her older brother’s home. She did, however, return later and lived with her parents at Fort McKavett.” Lindy and Thomas had one child, Grant, who died as a youngster. After Thomas died, Lindy returned to live with John Andrew and his wife, Pricilla Huffman Singleton. John took up ranching and became McCullough County Sheriff in 1871. They had seven children: Monroe, William, Georgia, Elizabeth, Lucinda, Lucy and Johnnie. Meanwhile, Lindy’s next son, Jim, served as a 2nd Lieutenant in the Confederate Army. Half of his unit was sent to Vicksburg, Miss., where the Confederates were badly routed. James’ half went to the Oklahoma Territory. In 1871, Jim married “Tildy” Crockett, daughter of Andrew Jackson and Mary Danley Crockett. Andrew was the nephew of the legendary David Crockett. Andrew’s story was told by Tildy’s sister, Mary Leticia Crockett Humphreys, who said Andrew and his siblings were orphaned at a young age, and he was cared for by a strict grandmother. He worked at his brother’s plantation near Jackson, Miss., but ran off to Hood County, Texas at age 13. “He really ran away because his Grandma was going to give him a beating for fighting with another boy,” Mary said. Settling in Erath County, he married, and had four children. His second wife was Eliza Jane Danley, and they had six children, one of whom was Mary Leticia. Tildy was Mary’s half-sister, from her father’s first marriage. When Mary was just 2 years old, her parents and siblings tried moving to California, after Andrew heard stories about the gold rush. Along with the Crocketts came the Danleys and Matthews, traveling in ox-drawn wagons and driving a large number of cattle. They trekked straight through Indian territory but were unharmed. The worst time came crossing the Arizona desert — the heat parched their throats and scorched their skin, and food was scarce. Andrew then heard that California was as hot as Arizona. Taking heed, the Crocketts sold their cattle in Gila Bend and headed back to Texas, their resources spent. They turned to farming after settling on the Medina River in Bandera County. After nearly starving the first year, and Andrew too frail to work, they finally succeeded. Andrew grew his own pipe tobacco, and would often go alone with his dogs to hunt panther, bear and wild turkey. Jim and Tildy moved from McCullough County and had 11 children: Sam, James “Jeems,” William, Belle Zora, Alonzo “Lon,” Albert, Tom, George V., Jess F., Walter and Dock. They settled around what is now Noxville, and through the decades, various Parkers helped develop the community store, post office, schoolhouse and cemetery. Their first home was a one-room log cabin with a loft and cellar. Known as an expert horsewoman, Tildy sold her butter, balled up in brine, to help pay for the lumber. Their first sheep came from Capt. Charles Schreiner’s orphan

lambs, which he gave them from his Red Hole ranch. In the early 1900s, Jim contracted a builder from Fredericksburg, who built a two-story native rock home. Jim and Tildy bought about 8,000 acres, and then more as their resources permitted. Buzzy has a painting done by an artist from Austin of the second cabin that they built on Gray’s Branch, west of Noxville. Farther up the road is Monroe McDonald’s house, which Gayle and Gene’s son Robert is restoring. “Monroe used to haul the rocks one at a time by mule from the hill behind the house, and it took them nearly two years to build it.” Gayle said. The solid two-story limestone home has thick sturdy walls, and it has been expanded. One fascinating feature is a cellar, used as a hiding place during Indian raids. It has three rectangular open gun slots, about one foot wide, through which the family could defend themselves from invaders. When Sam and Jeems were little, they were herding sheep near Gray’s Branch. They spotted Indians nearby and hid. By the time they got back home, the Indians had ransacked the house, slashed the featherbeds and killed a calf. Jim returned, and when he couldn’t find Tildy, he rode about, calling out her name. Eventually, he found her safe at the McDonald house. Regarding any connection to the captive Cynthia Ann Parker, whose son Quanah Parker became a powerful Comanche chief, Buzzy said he thought it was possible that they

were related. “I heard that her people came from Alabama, like our branch of the family,” he said. “I just haven’t been able to trace it exactly yet.” In 1913, Jess Felix married Lorene Milam, a grand-niece of Alamo hero, Ben Milam. “They were married for 72 years,” Gayle said. Their children were Helen and Virgil Doyle, who were born in Kimble County. The last four — Cecil, Raymond, Aubrey and an infant boy who died, were all born in the Noxville house where Gayle and Gene live. The center of the house, between the present den and kitchen (which had been a bedroom), was once the Noxville Store and Noxville Post Office. The original kitchen, Gayle said, was far from the house — a common practice then to reduce the danger of fire in a dwelling. Later, it was moved nearer to the house and is being used as a barn. The present kitchen had been a bedroom. There is a painting on the fireplace in the formal living room, which has an interesting background. In the early 1930s, Gayle said, an Indian couple lived there. “They lived inside when it was cold and outside in the summer,” she said. “We don’t really know what the painting meant. Someone thought it said, ‘The Parkers were

friends to the Indians.’” Tony said her father told her when he was little, and would hear Indians yelling, his mother would take all the children and hide in the corn rows. Tony prizes a certificate for the Parker Ranch, established in 1878, designating it as a Texas Heritage Ranch. Walter, Sr., who married Modelle Jobes, ranched, and also held rodeos in Harper at Stewart’s Bottom, while Buzzy’s father barbecued. Tony, Walter Jr. and Joe were siblings. Walter was born in Junction, Tony near Johnson City and Joe in Kerrville. Walter attended Noxville School and Peacock Military Academy. He served in the Air Force during the Korean War and retired in 1970. Tony graduated college and was an educational diagnostician and counselor. Built in 1880 by Jim, Creed Taylor and Noah Nox, Noxville School stopped classes in 1940, but is still used as a polling place. Ralph Greenlee owns it now. Buzzy said he and his father were with historian Frederica Wyatt at the dedication of the historical marker. Gayle said that living in such a remote area, the Parkers came into Kerrville once every three to four months. “They would camp out one night at the Klein Branch River, and then stay in Kerrville for two nights in a hotel. They’d bring back 100-lb. bags of staples such as sugar, flour and salt,” she said. “Old Jim was very patriotic. On July 4th, he’d go down to ‘Big Rock’ on his ranch and kill two cows, some sheep and chickens, and they’d have a big party there. He’d have his sons build a huge dance floor, and then they’d eat and dance all night. He was also very much opposed to a personal income tax. They said he took all his money out of the bank.” Lon bought Monroe McDonald’s house. He had no children, and later left it to his brother, Jess. At Lon’s funeral, then U.S. Vice President Lyndon Baines Johnson was an honorary pallbearer. Buzzy said his father, Carlos, whose father, George V, was ill, lived there with his uncle in the 1920s. Carlos later was a Pentecostal preacher for 60 years in Harper. When the infamous Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow were criss-crossing Texas, the Hill Country was as much in an uproar as anyone else. Buzzy said that, although it was before his time, he heard an account from former Harper postmaster Frank Staudt that they had come through Harper on U.S. Hwy. 290. “Where it’s now Easy Pickin’s BBQ, used to be a filling station owned by Bertram Sageser, where Frank worked (in 1934),” Buzzy said. “He said a man and a woman pulled up in a touring car, and the man, who was nicely dressed, asked if they had some burned (used) oil. He put in about five quarts, then got three more. The man paid and they left the station without any trouble.” That same day Frank heard the news that they had been spotted in the area, and Gillespie County Sheriff Smokey Klaerner had gone out hunting for them with a shotgun. From there, the pair fled to Louisiana, where they were killed on May 23. Walter, Jr., said that Clyde’s brother was spotted many years later hunting in the Noxville area. During that heyday, plans were made by the Schreiner Company in Kerrville, as told in an oral history recorded by Dr. Bill Rector in 1998 with Joe Burkett, Darrell Lochte and Carl Meek. Burkett described measures taken to keep the company safe: “Clyde Barrow and all the boys, they were robbing the banks all over the damn country. So the Schreiner people had taken that into consideration and they had arranged with Judge Baker, who had his office upstairs over the bank, and Mack Weston, to have rifles sitting in the corner of their offices. And across the street from the windows of the upstairs at Schreiner’s, they had rifles up there too. And in the top of the Schreiner Company building.” “They had some stashed away up in the Blue Bonnet (Hotel), or so I was told, but I never did see any of them,” said Lochte. Burkett added, “They had made arrangements, in case they robbed Schreiner Bank, that they would give the alarm. ... were they ever prepared! Damn, I was impressed.”

Parkers of Noxville retain family lore and legend By Irene Van Winkle

James Henry (1845-1917), above, and Matilda “Tildy” Crockett Parker moved from Alabama and established the Parker Ranch near Noxville in 1878. They had 11 children, most of whom stayed in the nearby areas of Kimble and Gillespie counties. The couple got their first sheep from Captain Charles Schreiner, and the family wound up owning more than 10,000 acres.

Family members still own land along about a 10-mile stretch outside Harper, and then some

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Alvina Alejandro of Abilene formerly of Sabinal passed away at her residence on February 21, 2013 at the age of 80. She was born on September 19, 1932 in Sabinal, Texas to Severiano and Melchorita (Puente) Silvas. She is survived by her daughters, Adela Urrutia and husband Joe of Hondo, Alicia Delgado and husband Marco of Uvalde and Anita Borrego of Sabinal; sons, Alfonso Alejandro Jr. and wife Julie of Abilene and Adan Alejandro of Sabinal; sisters, Margarita Martinez of Sabinal; brothers, Jose Silvas, Raul Silvas and Ysidro Silvas all of Sabinal; 15 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alfonso Alejandro Sr., parents and sister, Candelaria Silvas. A rosary was held on Saturday and Sunday at 7:00 p.m. at the Rushing-Estes-Knowles Chapel in Sabinal. Funeral services were held on Monday, February 25, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at the St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in Sabinal. Burial followed at St. Patrick’s Catholic Cemetery. Pallbearers were Abel Alejandro, Daniel Urrutia, Christopher Alejandro, Israel Borrego Jr., Jaden Alejandro and Eric Martinez. Honorary pallbearer was Joshua Cisneros.

Alvina Alejandro (September 19, 1932 - February 21, 2013)

Mary Lou Berry beloved mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend to many, passed peacefully from this life on February 20, 2013. She was born on April 13, 1923 in Lima Ohio, to James and Mary Louise O’Connor. Mary Lou attended St. Anne’s Parochial School and graduated from Lamar High School in Houston, Texas. In August of 1943, she graduated from the St. Joseph’s School of Nursing in Houston. Following graduation, she

married Ben Leslie Berry in Baltimore, Maryland on September 2, 1943. Her marriage to Ben blessed her with ten children. Mary Lou considered her children one of the greatest gifts from God.Mary Lou and her family resided in many communities, and her compassionate spirit touched many lives. Her nursing career of over 60 years included many assignments from emergency room nursing, school nursing at Nueces Canyon CISD, home health, and hospice nursing in the Hill Country. She had a special place in her heart for the Nueces Canyon community, and she helped start the Emergency Medical Service for Nueces Canyon. Mary Lou loved traveling, serving others, and spending time with family and friends.Mary Lou is survived by nine children: Mike and Charlotte Berry, John and Christine Berry, of Houston Texas, Joe and Rhonda Berry of Pensacola, Florida, Pat Berry of Houston, Texas Ben and Kelly Berry of Corpus Christi, Texas, Marilyn and John Sweeten of Boerne, Texas, Tim and Ellen Berry of Perrysburg, Ohio, Mary Berry of Gladewater, Texas, and Holly and Rick Woodard of Tuscola, Texas. She is also survived by 28 grandchildren, 32 great grandchildren, one sister, Martha and her husband John Nepveux of Houston, Texas, her sister in law Penny O’Connor of Austin, Texas, her sister in law Wanda O’Connor of Houston, Texas, her sister in law Laura Berry of Corpus Christi, Texas, numerous nieces, nephews, family, and friends.She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, her son, Chris Berry: her sister, Betty Wilson: her two brothers, Joe and Buddy O’Connor and: her grandson, Chris Berry: and her granddaughter, Catherine Berry. A visitation with family was held on Thursday, February 28, 2013 from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Rushing-Estes-Knowles Mortuary, 220 S. Getty St., Uvalde, Texas 78801. The family received friends from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. on Friday, March 1, 2013, with a rosary service that began at 7:30 p.m. at the Rushing-Estes-Knowles Mortuary. A mass celebrating her life was held at St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church in Camp Wood,Texas at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, March 2, 2013 with Father Dakin presiding. Burial followed in the family cemetery in Vance, Texas.In lieu of flowers, donations may be made either to the Uvalde Hospice Foundation, 124 Royal Lane, Uvalde, Texas 78801, or the Building Fund for St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Church, P.O. Box 610, Camp Wood, Texas 78833 or Hill Country Memorial Hospice P.O. Box 835 Fredericksburg, Texas 78624

Mary Louise Berry (April 13, 1923 - February 20, 2013)

Frankie Jean Ogden-Palmer of Sabinal passed away on February 21, 2013 in San Antonio at the age of 76. She was born on December 15, 1936 in Cotulla, TX to Chester and Minda (Lafoon) Baldwin. She is survived by her children, Rhonda Pennington; Sissy Nelson; Chuck Van Pelt and wife, Tricia; and Dedo Colvin and husband, Mike all of Sabinal; Sherry Brooks and husband, Phillip of Kermit; and Morry Ogden, Jr. and wife, Maudie

of Bandera; 11 grandchildren, Chad Jones and family; Cory Van Pelt and family; Amber Rice and family; Mindi McCauley and family; Jaimie Van Pelt and family; Casey Williams and family; Brandi Dansby and family; Chance Ogden and family; Bobbi Moore; Chelsea Putman and family; and Marci Pennington and family; and numerous great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; two husbands, Maurice Ogden and Tommy Palmer; granddaughter, Lacey Ogden; one brother and one sister. Funeral services were held on Sat., February 23, 2013 at 2:00 PM at Central Christian Church burial followed in Sabinal Cemetery. Pastor Johnny Smith officiated. Pallbearers were Terry McCauley; Cory Van Pelt; Jaimie Van Pelt; T.J. Villasana; Casey Williams; and Derek Dansby.

Frankie Jean Ogden-Palmer(December 15, 1936 - February 21, 2013)

On February 18, 2013 in San Antonio, Texas, David Graham Hassell passed into the waiting arms of the Lord. He was born September 21, 1936 in Rocky Mount, North Carolina to Archie Edward Hassell, Jr. and Eleanor Louise Overton. He married the love of his life, Linda Nell Fiveash McClendon on August 26, 1989 under the oak trees of the Real County Courthouse. They moved from Austin to Leakey in 1993.He was a member of the Leakey United Methodist Church, serving as Lay

Leader and teaching Sunday School; the Greater Uvalde Emmaus Community Board Leader and actively served as a team member of 7 Emmaus Walks; and served on the Board of Directors of the Friends of Garner. He loved music and participated in community outreach as a member of“Strings of the Canyon” and “A Different Sound” musical string groups, playing Baritone Ukulele and Tenor Guitar.David was a proud member of the U. S. Air Force for 20 years, serving in Vietnam, Alaska, Scotland, and Italy, earning the Bronze Star, Meritorious Service Medal, Air Force Commendation Medal, Air Force Outstanding Unit Award, National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Air Force Longevity Service Award, and Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon. He earned an Associate Degree in Occupational Safety and Health from Lamar University in Beaumont, Texas. While in Beaumont, he was employed as Safety Director and Emergency Management Coordinator and Risk Manager with the City of Beaumont. He moved to Austin, Texas in 1983 and worked for the Texas Safety Association as Vice President of Safety and Health and Operations. He held professional certifications of Certified Safety Professional (CSP), Certified Association Executive (CAE) and Certified Hazard Control Manager (CHCM)He is survived by his wife Linda, son Mark Christopher (Sherry) of Roanoke, Virginia, step-sons Matthew Chad McClendon (Amy), Huntsville, Alabama and Andrew Paul McClendon of Belton, Texas; grandchildren Chase Brittain, Chad Brittain, Austin Chad McClendon, Kaitlyn Nell McClendon, Travis Matthew McClendon and Luke Ryan McClendon; Aunt Mary (Pete) Overton, Rocky Mount, North Carolina, Aunt Gerri Abrahamsen, Southern Pines, North Carolina, Brother Archie Edward Hassell, III of Vaughn , Montana; Nephews David Edward Hassell and Eric Paul Hassell; Uncle John (Pete) Hassell and wife Jean of Omaha, Nebraska, mother in law Marjorie Fiveash of Leakey and sister in law Judy Stanford and husband Gary of Austin.A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, March 2, 2013 at the Leakey United Methodist Church.

In loving memory of Feleta Chisum From Mr. & Mrs. Earl Brown

David Graham Hassell(September 21, 1936 – February 18, 2013)

Mary Ellen Woods, age 62, of Barksdale, Texas went to be with her Lord on Sunday, February 24, 2013, at Methodist Hospital in San Antonio, Texas. She was born in Rocksprings, Texas on October 6, 1950, to William Henry and Nova (Nelson) Clements. Mary Ellen is survived by her mother, Nova Clements of Camp Wood, Texas; son, Scott Glende and wife Beth of San Antonio, Texas; daughter, Sandra Streib and husband Travis of

Camp Wood, Texas; grandchildren, Aaron Glende, Ashton Glende, Morgan Streib; twin brother, Lewis Martin (Bubba) Clements and wife Cindy of Katy, Texas, brother, William Elroy Clements and wife Jennifer of Helotes, Texas; and sister, Juanita Wimberly and husband Leon of Camp Wood, Texas. Mary Ellen is also survived by her nieces and nephews, Henry Wimberly, Peggy Wimberly, Calley Boatright and husband David, William Clements, Chris Clements, Collin Clements, Brandon Clements and Michael Clements. She was preceded in death by her father, William Henry Clements.Pallbearers include, Henry Wimberly, David Boatright, Scott Glende, Aaron Glende, Ken Tucker, and Danny Dean. Honorary pallbearers include, Travis Streib, Milburn Wooldridge, Leon Wimberly, William Clements, Lewis Clements, Jim Holder, and Joe Amine. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Thursday, February, 28, 2013, at Nelson Funeral Chapel in Camp Wood, Texas, with Pastor Jim Boyd officiating. Interment will follow in the Barksdale Cemetery in Barksdale Texas. The family invites you to leave a condolence at www.nelsonfuneralhomes.net. Arrangements are under the personal care of Nelson Funeral Home – Camp Wood, Texas.

Mary Ellen Woods(October 6, 1950- February 24, 2013)

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Is there an ammo shortage or a customer surplus? If you consider the current situation rationally without the bias of emotion or paranoia, a shortage of any product historically takes place after some unforeseen event. For instance, a long and brutal winter or a late spring frost can damage or completely destroy fragile crops like oranges, strawberries, etc. Every few years the price of orange juice will spike dramatically because a late frost killed a certain percentage of the crop. That leads to an “orange” shortage and a corresponding increase in price. A Midwest drought can lead to less hay production or wheat or corn, take your pick. Less available product translates to higher prices. You either pay those prices or you buy less of that product. It’s simple economics. As these words are penned we are experiencing the largest customer surplus in the ammunition market in my lifetime. More people are buying more ammunition than at any time in recorded history. It’s not that the ammunition manufacturers slowed or stopped production; they are operating at maximum capacity. There is a customer surplus, just as you will see before a hurricane makes landfall or when a major snow storm is predicted. Well, GUNS AND there is a storm brewing in this nation and gun owners who haven’t purchased a box of ammo in a year ran out and bought a thousand rounds last month. I asked you last week…are you scared yet? I have to admit I am getting spooked. Mostly because it is hard to understand what is going on. When you search and look and read and study and still can’t find the answers…there is a reason for that! In California the run on guns has turned into a run on ammunition. Many Central Valley sporting goods and gun stores say they’re not only sold out, they’re losing thousands of dollars as their shelves are continuously empty. The consensus really seems to be that the run on ammo is politically motivated. Gun owners

view President Obama as anti-gun rights. In fact, a similar ammunition shortage happened in 2008 after President Obama was first elected. Where can you buy 1,000 rounds for your favorite .22, .38, or .45-caliber pistol these days? Or what about a few hundred rounds for your 9-millimeter? The likely answer: nowhere. What’s becoming a national shortage of ammunition is only getting worse as the debate over gun control continues, and people are finding it increasingly difficult to buy ammunition. Sam Edwards, a marine veteran and avid gun sportsman, said he’s called around to a number of big box stores looking for ammunition, only to be told they’re out or either rationing what they sell. Off Grid Survival says that a nationwide ammunition shortage is now taking place as millions of Americans are ‘panic’ buying bullets in fear of a Congressional crackdown or Presidential executive order banning certain guns and related supplies. Even police departments around the country are now having difficulties having their orders for bullets filled, and the video below shares that the wait won’t be merely days or weeks but much longer. Yet, it there REALLY an ammo shortage going on? The Ammo Shortage/Panic has dried up supplies around the country. With the national dialogue being dominated by gun control, people have been buying up ammo like nothing I’ve ever seen. The waiting list on semi-automatic rifles, handguns and ammunition has grown so long that a number of major retailers have actually

told their stores to stop ordering because their orders cannot be filled. Police departments around the country have started rationing ammo supplies and cutting back on training exercises to make sure their active duty officers have enough ammo to do

their jobs. A number of public officials have actually started to call for new legislation that would allow police departments to buy up huge stockpiles of ammo before it ever

becomes available to the public. The National Rifle Association is using a Justice Department memo it obtained to argue in ads that the Obama administration believes its gun control plans won’t work unless the government seizes firearms and requires national gun registration, ideas the White House has not proposed and does not support. The NRA’s assertion and its obtaining of the memo in the first place underscore the no-holds-barred battle under way as Washington’s fight over gun restrictions heats up. The memo, under the name of one of the Justice Department’s leading crime researchers, critiques the effectiveness of gun control proposals, including some of President Barack Obama’s. A Justice Department official called the memo an unfinished review of gun violence research and

said it does not represent administration policy. The memo says requiring background checks for more gun purchases could help, but also could lead to more illicit weapons sales. It says banning assault weapons and high capacity ammunition magazines produced in the future but exempting those already owned by the public, as Obama has proposed, would have limited impact because people now own so many of those items. It also says that even total elimination of assault weapons would have little overall effect on gun killings because assault weapons account for a limited proportion of those crimes. The nine-page document says the success of universal background checks would depend in part on ‘‘requiring gun registration,’’ and says gun buybacks would not be effective ‘‘unless massive and coupled with a ban.’’ The administration has not proposed gun registration, buybacks or banning all firearms. But gun registration and ownership curbs are hot-button issues for the NRA and other gun-rights groups, which strenuously oppose the ideas. Whether to require record-keeping for private gun sales is holding up a congressional compromise on legislation to expand background checks, now required only for transactions by federally licensed dealers, according to people familiar with bipartisan Senate talks who spoke on condition of anonymity because the talks are private.

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Artichoke Heart and Chopped Olive CrostiniOriginal recipe makes 15 servings15small (2x2-inch) sourdough bread slices3 tablespoonsextra-virgin olive oil1 (6.5 ounce) jarmarinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped1 (2.5 ounce) cansliced black olives, drained and diced1/2Roma tomato, seeded and diced2 tablespoonsminced onio1 tablespoonextra-virgin olive oil1/2 cupgrated Parmesan cheese, dividedDirections

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Arrange bread slices in a single layer on a baking sheet and brush tops with 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil.

Bake in preheated oven until crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Combine artichoke hearts, olives, tomato, onion, 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, and 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese together in a bowl.

Spoon artichoke mixture onto the toasted bread slices. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese. Return bread slices to the oven; bake until artichoke mixture is heated through and Parmesan cheese is melted, 3 to 5 minutes.

Tuna Pasta with Olives & ArtichokesIngredients

8 ounces tuna steak, cut into 3 pieces 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 2 teaspoons freshly grated lemon zest 2 teaspoons chopped fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried,

divided 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 6 ounces whole-wheat gobbetti, rotini or penne pasta 1 10-ounce package frozen artichoke hearts, thawed and

squeezed dry 1/4 cup chopped green olives 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 cups grape tomatoes, halved 1/2 cup white wine 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil or parsley for garnish

DirectionsPreheat grill to medium-high. Put a large pot of water on to boil.Toss tuna pieces in a bowl with 1 tablespoon oil, lemon zest, 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary (or 1/2

teaspoon dried), 1/4 teaspoon salt and pepper. Grill the tuna until just cooked through, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate. When cool enough to handle, flake the tuna into bite-size pieces.

Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions. Drain.Heat the remaining 3 tablespoons oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add artichoke hearts,

olives, garlic and the remaining rosemary. Cook, stirring, until the garlic is just beginning to brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Add tomatoes and wine; bring to a boil and cook, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes are broken down and the wine has reduced slightly, about 3 minutes more. Stir in the pasta, tuna pieces, lemon juice and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt; cook until heated through, 1 to 2 minutes. Garnish with basil (or parsley), if desired.

Tomato-&-Olive-Stuffed Portobello CapsIngredients

2/3 cup chopped plum tomatoes 1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese 1/4 cup chopped Kalamata olives 1 teaspoon minced garlic 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 1/2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary, or 1/8

teaspoon dried 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 4 portobello mushroom caps, 5 inches wide 2 tablespoons lemon juice

2 teaspoons reduced-sodium soy sauceDirections

Combine tomatoes, cheese, olives, garlic, 1 teaspoon oil, rosemary and pepper in a small bowl.Preheat grill to medium.Discard mushroom stems. Remove brown gills from the undersides of the caps using a spoon;

discard gills. Mix the remaining 1 teaspoon oil, lemon juice and soy sauce in a small bowl. Brush the mixture over both sides of the caps.

Oil a grill rack (see Tip). Place the caps on the rack, stem sides down, cover and grill until soft, about 5 minutes per side. Remove from the grill and fill with the tomato mixture. Return to the grill, cover, and cook until the cheese is melted, about 3 minutes more.

Tomato and Olive Penne Ingredients

Salt and pepper 1 pound penne, or other short pasta 1/4 cup olive oil 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced 2/3 pound (2 cups) cherry tomatoes, halved or

quartered 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional) 1/4 cup • Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for

servingDirections

In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook penne according to package instructions until al dente, about 13 minutes. Drain.

Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic, and cook, stirring, until just golden, about 1 minute. Add cherry tomatoes, oregano, crushed red pepper, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Reduce heat to low, and cook, stirring, until tomato juices run, about 3 minutes.

Add penne, olives, parsley, and 1/4 cup Parmesan to the skillet and toss to combine. Serve with more cheese if desired.

Sicilian Cauliflower and Black Olive Gratin1 generous head green or white cauliflower (2 to 2 1/2 pounds) Salt 1 small onion, finely chopped 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 2 garlic cloves, minced 16 imported oil-cured black olives, pitted and cut in half 2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley Freshly ground pepper 1/2 cup freshly grated Pecorino or Parmesan, or a combination Directions: Break up the cauliflower into small florets while you bring a large pot of water to a boil. Salt the water generously and drop in the cauliflower. Boil 5 minutes while you fill a bowl with ice and water. Transfer the cauliflower to the ice water, let sit for a couple of minutes, then drain and place on paper towels. 2. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. Oil a 2-quart baking dish or gratin dish. Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil over medium heat in a large, heavy skillet and add the onion. Cook, stirring, until tender, about 3 minutes, and add a pinch of salt and the garlic. Cook, stirring, for about 30 seconds, until fragrant and translucent. Remove from the heat and stir in the olives. 3. Place the cauliflower in the baking dish and add the onion and olive mixture, the remaining olive oil, the parsley and half the cheese. Season to taste with salt and pepper and stir together well. Spread out in the dish and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top. 4. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, until the cheese is nicely browned. Serve hot or warm

Back to Basics....Olives by Elaine Padgett Carnegie

The Land of Israel is described as “A land of wheat, and barley, and vines, and fig trees, and pomegranates; a land of olive oil and honey.” These seven species were the staple foods consumed by the Jewish people in the Land of Israel during biblical times. For if you were cut from what is by nature a wild olive tree, and grafted, contrary to nature, into a cultivated olive tree, how much more will these, the natural branches, be grafted back into their own olive tree. With spring around the corner these recipes are light and tasty! Enjoy!

Top 5 Health Benefits of Olive OilOlive oil truly is liquid gold with its many health benefits. Considered the most important component of the traditional Mediterranean diet, this extraordinary fruit juice and its effects are still not fully understood. Yet some of the ways olive oil can preserve and improve human health have been firmly established. Here are the five most scientifically supported health benefits of olive oil today.

It Can Help Lower Your “Bad” CholesterolLow Density Lipoprotein (LDL), also known as the “bad cholesterol” transports and deposits cholesterol in the tissues and arteries, which can eventually cause plaque and block the artery. Monounsaturated fats can lower LDL thus protecting against atherosclerosis. Plus, this type of fat does not affect the levels of High Density Lipoproteins (HDL) known as the “good cholesterol,” which carries all cholesterol away from the arteries, and high levels of which are associated with a decreased risk of heart disease.Olive Oil Can Help Lower Your Blood PressureSeveral studies for different age groups, and with a large number of participants, have found that the consumption of olive oil is associated with a decrease in blood pressure.

Eating Olive Oil Can Help Prevent CancerOlive oil consumption has been associated with a reduced risk of cancer.A review conducted by Greek researchers from the University of Athens published last year of 19 observational studies, with over 36,000 participants, found that higher rates of olive oil consumption were associated with lower odds of having any type of cancer.

It Protects from Oxidative DamageResearchers for the Eurolive Study Group found that consumption of olive oil at real-life doses of about 2 tablespoons per day improved the fatty acid profile in LDL, associated with a reduction of the oxidative damage to lipids. It appears that

oxidized LDL is an important contributor to atherogenesis; the process of plaque buildup in the arteries that eventually can lead to atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries).

Olive Oil Can Help Cognitive FunctionAlthough olive oil is better known for its protection against heart disease and cancer, there is an emerging amount of research regarding the effect of olive oil on cognitive function and, specifically, on cognitive decline associated with aging.

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The Real Reasons You’re TiredEven if you manage to get to bed at a decent hour most nights, we’re willing to wager that you’re exhausted. Women complain about feeling tired nearly four times as often as men. But if your fatigue is so crippling that it makes it hard to care for your family, do your job, or enjoy your social life—and lasts for several weeks—don’t just blame the draining demands of modern life.Fatigue can be a symptom of everything from the mundane to the life-threatening, says Neil Shulman, MD, associate professor in the department of medicine at Emory University Medical School and co-author of Your Body’s Red Light Warning Signals. And, while figuring out what’s wrong can be challenging, experts insist that many of the reasons for exhaustion are easy to fix. Talk to your doctor about the following possibilities.No-need-for-alarm reasons you’re tired:You’re low on Vitamin B12 The nutrient is an energy booster that maintains healthy nerve cells and oxygen-transporting

red blood cells. If you’re low, you may feel draggy. You might also suffer from constipation or diarrhea, says women’s-health expert Sandra Fryhofer, MD, past president of the American College of Physicians-American Society of Internal Medicine. If left unchecked, a deficit can lead to numbness and tingling in the hands and feet, difficulty with balance, poor memory, and confusion.What to do: A B12 blood test (your doc can do the test in the office by taking blood from your arm) will reveal your level. B12 comes mainly from animal sources, so make sure your diet includes dairy, eggs, meat, or fish. Vegans can opt for fortified veggie burgers or soy milk. B12 does come in supplement form, but it’s not easily absorbed. Your doc might recommend an injection.Drugs are sapping your energySide effects from prescription and over-the-counter medicines like antihistamines can secretly sap your energy. Each person reacts to allergy meds differently, and some might make

you drowsy even if they’re touted as non-drowsy formulas. Many beta-blockers for hypertension are also known for causing fatigue, and certain antidepressants have the same effect.What to do: Medicine fatigue isn’t something you always have to live with. New or different formulations may not have the same effects, so check with your doctor about switching brands, dosages, or treatments. Keep an eye on labels, too: If insomnia is listed as a side effect, don’t ignore that warning.You have a vitamin D deficitToday’s healthy desire to avoid sun damage has created an epidemic of D deficiency, says Annabelle Volgman, MD, a cardiologist and medical director of the Heart Center for Women at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago. In fact, many of her female patients complaining of fatigue and chest pain are low in D, which the body makes from exposure to sunshine. The cause of the D-deficiency-and-fatigue

connection isn’t clear, but low levels of this vitamin are associated with increased risks of heart disease, high blood pressure, some cancers, and neurological disorders.What to do: A “25-hydroxy vitamin D” test of your blood (taken from a vein at the doc’s office) can check your levels; normal is about 16 to 74 nanograms per milliliter. Although you can find vitamin D in fish, eggs, and cod liver oil, Dr. Volgman says, most women who are deficient can benefit from supplements. To beat fatigue, she recommends 10 minutes of sunshine per day. A multivitamin can deliver 800 IU, twice the recommended daily amount.

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that proved to be a crowd pleaser. Fourteen cobblers were judged during the 2013 Real County Centennial Cobbler Cook Off attended by over 100 guests on the grounds of Canyon Charm in Leakey February 16. The first place $100 Cash Prize was awarded to Sarah Rushing, wife of Real County Attorney Bobby J. Rushing. Sarah’s winning cherry cobbler beat the Cobbler Queen’s entry by a narrow margin, shocking even Sarah! Kirkpatrick was challenged by another tough competitor, Kathy Suttle, who tied Kirkpatrick for the second place win. Third place went to Rick Verde of Hawk Nest Cattle Company Chuck Wagon Catering. Rick submitted a dutch oven peach cobbler also.The day began early when Rick, Linda and Ronnie Williams started the coals on the Canyon Charm lawn and demonstrated some pioneer dutch oven techniques, even cooking up some homemade biscuits and

campfire coffee for the early arrivers. The cobblers prepared at home began arriving with entries from Sarah Rushing, Linda Kirkpatrick, Kathy Rushing, Rick Verde, Ronnie Williams, Cindy Davidson, Jeanine Boatright, Casey Whatley/Candace Ray, Claire Rosipal, Diane Foshee, Laurie McElroy, Dorothy Hylton, Jane Rosamond and Patty Collins. Penny Maguire said the easiest part of the event planning was securing judges. Everyone wanted to be a judge! The final selections were Real County Judge Garry Merritt, Sandy Lynam of First State Bank, Brett Rimkus of Garner State Park and local community volunteers Beatsie Rubio and Betty Jo Bates. Bobby J. Rushing served as master of ceremonies, instructed the judges and assisted in tallying the scores. All three of the beautiful Miss Frio Rivers assisted with the presentations. They are: 2010 Queen Sarah Rubio Koening, 2011 Queen

Joanie Eliott and 2012 Queen Clair Glass.Following presentations, the guests were served homemade Cowboy Stew, compliments of Canyon Charm along with beans and mule deer sausage donated by Art Maguire II and plenty of delicious cobbler. Food was served by volunteers, Nita Shackelford and Bella Rubio.“Everyone had a great time and I appreciate the many volunteers who contributed to the event’s success,” said Maguire who noted many have requested the cook off become an annual competition. Maguire and her family have resided in Real County for 20 years. “We feel this is our home and wanted to contribute to the county’s 100th birthday celebrations,” she said. Willis Springfield is the Centennial Chairman and a calendar of upcoming events can be found at many locations in the area. (Editors note: calendars can be purchased at Mill Creek Cafe and The Hill Country Herald office in Leakey)

Canyon Charm announces Cobbler Cook Off Winners…submitted by Penny Maguire

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