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Celebrating Armstrong County

FRIDAY, MARCH 22, 2019VOLUME 130, NUMBER 12

Thursday, M a r c h 7th, 2019

marked the grand opening and ribbon cut-ting ceremony for the New EMS Station in Claude, TX, in Armstrong County. Spe-cial guests and members of the community were invited to a free hamburger meal prepared by Jer-ry Howell, Bob-by Grant and other EMS personnel.

People poured into the new station and were able to explore the many rooms that are designed for specific purposes nec-essary for today EMS and the future. Rooms are set up for training, debriefing, laundry, kitchen for meal prep and serving, eating, sleeping and for meetings. When asked what the ben-efits of having this new building are, Shay Hand, member of the EMS said, “Many. Just as in the case of the house fire last week. Even though the building wasn’t completely fin-ished, resources were able

to come here, debrief, rest, and eat.

If you want to keep up morale – this type of place is critical.” When asked what her favorite things are about working for the EMS, Shay said, “All the people. People I work with.” When it came to re-sponding on pros and cons, she laughed when answer-ing, “It’s your community. And, well, it’s your com-munity.” That sentiment was shared by several others interviewed but re-quested to not be quoted.

As the ceremony be-gan, Bill Wood, Mayor of Claude, gave some of the history of the EMS and

thanked those who have made it possible over the years and currently. He also shared that we have a new $186,000.00 ambu-lance and have been in the black for 9 and ½ months! The crowd applauded and cheered. Howard Heath, EMS Director, continued the ceremony by saying, “It takes an army. We have an army. This is a facility not just for today but to come.” Howard gave an emotion-al dedication speech and then asked for members of the Goodin family to come join the Chamber of Com-merce, EMS personnel, and city officials available to participate in the ribbon

cutting. Tessa Morrow, co-owner of The Burrow and Chamber member, asked for a show of hands of those that had personally been serviced by the EMS during a time of need at the request of a Goodin family member. Many hands were raised including hers and mine. She shared how we as a community need to keep our EMS & Fire per-sonnel in prayers especial-ly as they deal with all the

things they see while serv-ing our community.

Tessa Waddell, owner of FarmGirl Frosting and Chamber member pre-sented the plaque from the Chamber and the ribbon was cut! Howard Heath said that between 200 and 225 people were served and a part of the grand opening. It is also reported that $416.00 were donat-ed during the event even though donations were not

requested as a part of it. While the grand opening was definitely a success, several were missing from it due to resources already been deployed out before it began. If you were unable to attend, please feel free to stop by! We are grate-ful for all those that give of their time and dedica-tion because they love our community and those that live here or come through it.

BY CAMEY GRAVLEY

Claude EMS HostsOpening of New Station

Tessa Waddell, President of Claude Chamber of Commerce, presented an official rec-ognition to EMS Director, Howard Heath, during the Grand Opening and Ribbon Cut-ting Ceremony at the new Claude EMS station on March 7th. photo by Camey Gravley

Hundreds of Armstrong County residents attended the EMS Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting at the new EMS station. photo by Camey Gravley

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MENUMON., MARCH 25TH

Breakfast: Waffle, Bacon, Fruit Juice,

Fruit, & Milk

Lunch: Country Fried Steak, Gravy, Roll,

Okra, Mashed Potatoes, Strawberries, & Milk

TUES., MARCH 26THBreakfast: Cinnamon Roll*, Sausage, Fruit

Juice, Fruit, & Milk

Lunch: Meat & Cheese Chalupas, Salsa,

Cucumbers, Refried Beans, & Milk

WED., MARCH 27THBreakfast: Breakfast

Pizza, Fruit Juice, Fruit, & Milk

Lunch: Hamburger/Garnish, Sweet Potato, Broccoli, Fruit, & Milk

THUR., MARCH 28THBreakfast: Sausage, Egg,

& Cheese Sandwich, Fruit Juice, Fruit,

& Milk

Lunch: Pizza Choice, Baby Carrots, Salad,

Apple, & Milk

FRI., MARCH 29THBreakfast: Biscuit,

Gravy, Scrambled Eggs, Fruit Juice, Fruit,

& Milk

Lunch: Fish Sticks, Mac &

Cheese, Green Beans, Coleslaw, Orange Smiles, & Milk

*Substitute Item will be Served to PreK

New Claude EMS Station

Mustangs Making a Difference Community Service Days are coming soon! Service days for April and May are to be determined.

Engaging in commu-nity service provides stu-dents with the opportunity to become active members of their community and have a lasting, positive impact on society. Com-munity service and volun-teerism enables students to acquire life skills and

knowledge, as well as pro-vide a service to those who need it most.

If you have sugges-tiongs as to how our Mus-tangs can help make a dif-ference in our community, please contact the Claude High School Office at 806-226-2191.

“Only a life lived in the service of others is worth living,” Albert Ein-stein.

COMMUNITY CALENDARTEXAS COMMUNITY FUTURES FORUM - Mar. 28th, 6 p.m. Texas A&M AgriLife ExtensionSPRING DAISIES GUIDED PAINTING CLASS FOR ADULTS - Sat. Mar. 30th, 6:00 pm., The Claude News Office, Hosted by Let’s Paint!, Cost $25 /per person. Call 816-489-3919 to Register.COMMUNITY MEN’S PRAYER BREAKFAST - Sat. Apr. 6th, hosted by COMMISSIONERS COURT - Mon. Apr. 8th, 9:00 a.m., Armstrong County CourthouseCLAUDE CITY COUNCIL - Mon. Apr. 8th, 5:30 p.m., City HallCISD EARLY DISMISSAL - Thurs. Apr. 18th, Claude Independent School District, Don’t forget to pickup your kids! CISD NO SCHOOL - Fri. Apr. 19th, ALL DAY, Claude Independent School District, *Unless we have a snow dayEASTER - Sun. Apr. 21st, ALL DAYWOODEN CENTERPIECE BOX PAINTING CLASS FOR ADULTS - Sat. Apr. 27th, 6:00 pm., The Claude News Office, Hosted by Let’s Paint!, Cost $35 (box only) or $45 (w/ 3 Mason Jars) /per person. Call 816-489-3919 to Register. PANHANDLE SINGING WOMEN CONCERT - Sun. Apr. 28th, 6:00 p.m., First Baptist ChurchCLAUDE CITYWIDE GARAGE SALE - Sat. May 4th, 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Maps will be located around townMOTHER’S DAY - Sun. May 12th, ALL DAY, Let mom know how much you love and appreciate her!WEE SCHOOL GRADUATION - Wed. May 22nd, 6:00 p.m., First Baptist Church. Come and celebrate our students’ achievements this year!CISD EARLY DISMISSAL - Thurs. May 23rd, Claude Independent School District, Don’t forget to pickup your kids! CHS GRADUATION - Fri. May 24th, Claude Inde-pendent School DistrictCAPROCK ROUNDUP WEEKEND - Fri. & Sat. July 13th, Event times and locations TBA

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BIRTHDAYS & ANNIVERSARIESMarch 23rd

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Clay Slack

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March 25thDoug Rawlins

M/M Bill Forbes

March 26thDrew GarciaBrice Garcia

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The Claude City Council met on March 11, 2019 at 5:00 p.m. for their regular monthly meeting. Those present were: Bill Wood, Mayor; Howard Heath, City Secretary; and councilman: Twila Bald-win, Dan Parks, Jay Mor-ris, Jim Cabbell, and Joe Minkley. Others present were Superintendent Wade Miller, Assistant Secretary Clarissa Woodcook, and guests Shay Hand and Lori Baggett.

The meeting began with an invocation giv-en by Mayor Wood. The budget hearing for the FY2019 was started at 5:33 p.m. Minutes and due bills were reviewed and passed on a motion by J. Morris and seconded by T. Baldwin. There was no public comment. Re-ports and discussion were given by City Secretary

Heath concerning the up-coming clean up Month for Claude which will be held in May this year. He also expressed how great the Open House for the EMS went and reported that nearly 250 people got to enjoy the hamburgers and hotdogs. Howard also expressed how thankful he was to all of the people be-ing honored for attending the event. T. Baldwin gave an update to our “Welcome to Claude” sign. The letters have been cut and are be-ing powder coated and the lights are being installed. J. Minkley reported on the Park Committee prog-ress toward playground equipment. Also the latest things that the EDC have completed and the new ad-ventures they are looking at working on. W. Miller reported on the new wells and future projects for the

city.There was no old busi-

ness. Under new business it was announced that the city of Claude was named as a Superior Water Sys-tem PWS ID# 00060001, and we will put up signs as you enter our town stating this accomplishment. We would like to recognize Wade Miller, Clint Doug-las, and Ben Bichsel for this accomplishment with our water and for every-thing they do for our city, We held a meeting with TXDOT on March 6, 2019 concerning a stoplight for our city. We were once again turned down.

The council also dis-cussed the request from the Claude Softball Asso-ciation regarding water at their two softball fields. No action was taken and it was tabled. No action was taken concerning the

swimming pool and the city is still taking applica-tions. Discussion was had regarding the rates for the use of City equipment, and upon a motion by D. Parks and second by J. Morris, the rates were adopted as presented. The new rates will go into effect on April 1, 2019 and will be pub-lished at City Hall.

Resolution Number 340 was presented to the City Council to order the cancellign of the election for May 9, 2019 due to no candidate opposition. This resolution will be placed at City Hall until the election

time has passed. A motion was made by D. Parks and seconded by T. Baldwin to adopt this resolution. Mo-tion carried with 5 ayes. On a motion by T. Baldwin and second by J. Cabbell, it was approved to add Chryssa Woodcook, Assis-tant Secretary to the signa-ture card at the bank. There was no action taken on the agenda item concerning water rate increases.

Discussion was held regarding the FY2019 bud-get and capital expenditure projects for the upcoming year. Following this dis-cussion the budget hearing

was closed at 7:30 p.m. On a motion by J. Minkley and second by J. Morris the Budget for FY2019 was approved with 5 ayes. The meeting was adjourned at 7:37 p.m.

I was going through old newspaper articles and past council minutes and found several interest-ing things. April 29, 1993 Mayor Al Goodin was in-vestigating getting a stop-light or flashing lights in Claude. This project was rejected in June of 1993. July 22, 1993 the May-or was having to address ambulance issues. In Jan-uary 2007 Bill Wood was appointed temporary Di-rector of Ambulance Ser-vice. June of 1998 Mayor Leon James heard from Senator Haywood that he was continuing to push for a stoplight at 207/287. In December 2001, upon motion by Ben Ballard it was ordered to pay Arm-strong County $1 for the title on the swimming pool and property. The motion did not pass, but later the sale was completed. Time passes and yet many things keep coming back, and we continue to push for an-swers.

I would like to thank each of you for continuing to push Claude in a posi-tive direction. Remember if things get too difficult, these is a new ice cream parlor in town.

Bill Wood, Mayor

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JADEEDWARDS

Jade has been on a roll this season. She missed a majority of last season due to injury but she’s mak-ing up for it this year. Through nine games, Jade’s average is .727 at the plate with 8 RBI’s and is lead-ing the team with 12 stolen bases. Jade is

a leader on the team and she’s not afraid to keep her teammates honest. Her work ethic and attitude are tremendous and that will translate into great things on and off the field.

Jim Hubbard, CICRisk Consultant114 Trice Street806-226-3331

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Athlete WeekOFTHE

From the Mayor’s Desk: A Note from Bill Wood

WEEK OF DECEMBER 2

Jaycee Morris Mrs. Minkley, PreK

Dakota Frost Mrs. Burns, Kindergarten

Ambrie Gardner Mrs. Grange, 2nd Grade

Dylan Sims Mrs. Grange, 2nd Grade

Cecil ia Renteria Mrs. Bevill, Kindergarten

Saturday, December 10th 2:00—4:00 p.m.

We invite you to come and play games, decorate cookies, have some great fun,

and win some prizes

The Claude News– Friday, December 2, 2016—Page 5

Zack Owens

Claude senior Zack Owens is this week's spotlight. Zack proudly claims he has lived in Claude for 18 years. His favorite color is ocean blue, favorite class is English, and his favorite teacher is Mrs. Maxfield. When it comes to food, Zack keeps it simple. He loves "a good ole' chicken fried steak." Growing up Zack loved to watch Tom and Jerry, and his favorite team is "The Claude Mustangs!" After graduation, Zack is planning on attending Texas Tech University. Where he will be majoring in business with a marketing minor. Dancing is a big part of Zack's life, and his favorite thing to do in his free time is "Go dancing with his friends and family." While attending Claude High School, Zack has played football, basketball, baseball, track and cross country. He was also involved with FFA, FCA, and Student Council. If Zack was stranded on a deserted island, he would feel prepared as long as he had a rocking chair, a Don Edwards album, and a dancing partner. His role model in life is his father, Cody Owens, who taught him many things, including dancing. He has loved living in Claude. Zack states that the best thing about living in Claude is "the hospitality that everybody shows you no matter what the circumstances." Zack is a fine, hard working young man who understands the importance of family. He is mature beyond his years, and I am sure Claude is going to be proud of what he accomplishes with his life.

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Goodnight Community Thanksgiving Dinner

The Goodnight Com-munity hosted their an-nual Thanksgiving Din-ner on Saturday evening, November 19th. Every-one in attendance had a wonderful time and en-joyed some delicious food.

Kaylee Jackson

This week The Claude News shines the Senior Spotlight on Kaylee Jackson. Kaylee and her family have lived in Claude for the past 11 years. Kaylee loves basketball, Ag class, Mrs. Holland, steak and the color orange. Her favorite book is “The Outsiders” by S.E. Hinton.

After graduating Kaylee is planning on attending college to become an occupational therapist. While at school, Kaylee has been involved in FFA and Lady ‘Stangs Basketball. When ask what her favorite memory of school is, she claimed she “has too many!” In her free time Kaylee likes to hang out with her friends. She feels that the most unique thing about her is that she “has the ability to work with special education kids.”

Kaylee states her aunt, Bridget Hogan, as her role model. “She is my role model because she has accomplished so many goals that I hope to accom-plish.” According to Kaylee, the best thing about living in Claude is “being in a small town and being close to everyone.” Someday, Kaylee hopes to visit Europe. Kaylee is an outstanding young lady. She is a hard worker and will accomplish whatever she puts her mind too.

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KIERA HARREDMrs. Britten’s, 5th GrShe did everything that was asked plus more!

RHETT YATESMrs. DeBord’s, 6th GrHe was very mannerly and

participated quietly all class period.

JAYDEN HOLTMrs. Adams’, 1st Gr Thank you for working

hard today. I love having you in my class.

WEEK OFMARCH 22, 2018

STARSTUDENTS

AUSTIN, Texas – State lawmakers have filed bills to help bring high-speed internet to rural Texas.

Senator Charles Per-ry (R-Lubbock) and Reps. Charles “Doc” Anderson (R-Waco) and Four Price (R-Amarillo) have sponsored bills that seek to improve broadband access in areas of Texas that are currently un-derserved. Broadband refers to high-speed internet access that is always on and is fast-er than a dial-up connection. It includes technologies like Digital Subscriber Line (DSL) and cable modem.

While broadband access is a problem in many places, the sparseness of rural com-munities often creates an extra barrier for consumer access. In many parts of rural Texas, res-idents often pay higher prices for lower quality service, if they can get broadband at all.

AARP Texas, a nonprof-it and nonpartisan advocacy association for older persons, and Glasshouse Policy, a Tex-as-based nonprofit, support the measures, which were filed this week. The bills are: Senate Bills 1103 and 1104 by Senator Perry, House Bills 2422 and 2423 by Representa-tive Anderson, and House Bill 1960 by Representative Price.

“These broadband-access proposals offer a solution to a real problem facing many ru-ral Texans,” said AARP Texas Director Bob Jackson. “Ac-cess to broadband can help older Americans live inde-pendently in their homes and communities. It also combats social isolation and improves well-being by supporting ser-vices like distance learning and telehealth.”

SB 1103 and HB 2423 create a broadband office within the Public Utility Com-mission of Texas that would provide grants to public or pri-vate entities for projects that stimulate the installation and maintenance of broadband in rural areas. The bills also au-thorize the PUC to set state-wide goals for broadband de-ployment, coordinate various local and state governmental efforts, act as an information clearinghouse on the issues, and be empowered to seek federal funding.

SB 1104 and HB 2422 would encourage deployment of broadband conduit, such as fiber-optic cables, on state-owned land and in state build-ings. Meanwhile, HB 1960 creates a 15-member Broad-band Council to advise the Legislature on steps needed to improve access in rural areas.

Bills Aim to BringHigh-Speed Internet to

Rural Texas

The Claude softball team is currently in the middle of their district sea-son. They play many 2A schools if they aren’t play-ing their 1A district oppo-nents. Recently, the Lady ‘Stangs competed against two 2A division schools.

On Friday, March 8, 2019, the softball team played West Texas High. They travelled to Stinnett and played a rough game. Claude lost 17-0.

However, the Lady Mustangs pulled their own in the next game. They

played at Memphis on Monday the 11th. Claude fell short with the game ending 21-7 in the Cy-clones’ favor.

Amber Hand scored twice. Jade Edwards, Mil-lie Graham, McKay Wilk-erson, Jasmyn Hernandez, and Angelina Stanghellini all completed one run.

Junior Millie Graham pitched a ratio of 48 strikes per 133 pitches. She had three strikeouts.

The Claude Lady Stangs will continue their district season. They are hoping to prosper and ad-vance to the playoffs.

Softball Plays HardBY ALYSSA HIGGSSTUDENT REPORTER

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