Gonzales Cannon August 16 Issue

The City of Gonzales held the first two in a series of Town Hall Meetings scheduled for the month of August.

These meetings, which will be held in each Council District, are designed to serve as an opportunity for the citizens of Gonzales to hear what is going on in the City and to give valuable input on the com-munity to the City’s elected and ap-

pointed officials.The first meeting took place at

Victoria College on Aug. 9 and the second one was held Aug. 14 in the cafeteria of Gonzales Junior High School.

“This is a chance for us to work together,” said Gonzales mayor Bobby Logan. “Let’s voice our opinions and do it in a civil matter. If we do that, then I think we can get a lot of things accomplished.”

City manager Allen Barnes gave an overview of what the City is

working on, the status of several projects and what he anticipates will happen in the future. He said code enforcement was the driving force behind holding these meet-ings and announced the creation of a task force that will be headed by code enforcement officer William Ince.

“I talked with the city attorney and I was told that in the last five or six years, we haven’t had any code enforcement tickets written,” said Barnes. “Our goal is not to write

a ticket, our goal is to get the city cleaned up.”

Barnes said the task force will take photos of violations and as re-quired by law, send out 10-day no-tices to the violators. They will then go out on Day 11 to take a follow-up photo and if the violation has not been addressed by that time, then the City will file a complaint. Each day of non-compliance by offenders is a separate offense that can draw a fine of up to $2,000.

“Please clean up your proper-

ties,” Barnes urged. “We don’t want to write a ticket, we don’t want to be the bad guys. But if we have to, then we will do it.”

Barnes said the City is currently in the process of revising its ordi-nances including an analysis of zoning and subdivision ordinanc-es. He said the City will also soon be starting work on developing a comprehensive Master Plan.

“This plan will analyze the use of land and roads,” he said. “It will

The Gonzales Commis-sioners Court took the first step toward setting a new property tax rate dur-ing their regular session on Monday.

County Tax Assessor-Collector Norma Jean Du-Bose presented the court with the options available to them, which ranged from choosing the effective rate to selecting the roll-back rate and beyond.

The effective tax rate of $0.3276 per $100 valua-tion would bring in $28,246 more than this year’s tax levy. The rollback tax rate of $0.3554 per $100 valuation is the highest the County can go without triggering a Rollback Election, where a higher rate would need vot-

er approval to go into effect.The rollback tax rate con-

sists of an Maintenance and Operations (M&O) rate of 0.3457 that would generate a levy of $7,095,982 and an Interest and Sinking (I&S) rate of 0.0097 that would generate a levy of $199,106 for a grand total tax levy of $7,295,088.

Last year’s tax rate was $0.6268. The average tax-able value of a residence in Gonzales County last year was $65,064, which resulted in $407.82 in taxes. This year’s average taxable residence value is $69,032. If the rollback tax rate is ad-opted, the amount of taxes imposed on the average home would be $245.34, a decrease of over 60 percent.

“Every year is a new cal-culation,” said DuBose.

The Gonzales Police Department is putting the finishing touches on an investigation that led to the re-covery of over $78,000 worth of stolen jewelry.

On July 26, Chantel Allison of

Orange Grove filed a theft report with the police about an incident that took place at the J.B. Wells Arena, where her family was in town attending the Youth Rodeo Finals.

“A couple of nights before she reported the incident her vehicle was broken into,” said Gonzales

Capt. Allen Taylor. “She’s not sure if the door was unlocked or not. She thinks she locked it, but may have accidentally hit the remote to unlock it.”

There was a small amount of jewelry taken, but she estimated the value at nearly $100,000. The items included a woman’s Rolex

watch, a woman’s diamond ring, a diamond tennis bracelet, a set of diamond earrings, a set of pearl earrings and a pearl necklace.

“We checked her truck and were able to recover some fingerprints and a partial palm print,” Taylor said. “The partial palm and all of

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County eyes bigcutback on taxes

Puttin’ on the hitsGood physical play was the theme of the Gonzales’ Intrasquad Scrimmage held Saturday at Apache Stadium. Pictured is Darrance James running to daylight after being freed up by a great block. Area football teams began fall workouts this week, and several will see scrimmage action this weekend as the countdown to kickoff for the 2012 season continues. See next week’s Cannon for our annual Fall Sports Preview. ((Photo by Cedric Iglehart)

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Stuffing the Bus in GonzalesGonzales Independent School District parked a bus outside the Gonzales H-E-B on Friday, accepting donations of school supplies to underprivileged fami-lies. Sitting from left is Anita Bela, Kaylin Petras and Wendy Carrizales of GISD. Standing from left is H-E-B employees Cynthia Pepe, Lisa Arnic, HEB Buddy Mas-cot David Pyssen and Jessica Pick. (Photo by Mark Lube)

Police recover $78K in jewelry

GISD will slashproperty taxes

Gonzales school trustees will vote to cut the district’s property-tax rate by about 12 cents per $100 valuation when they meet to adopt the school district’s 2012-13 budget.

While the tax rate cut is not as big as initially pro-jected during the board’s July 25 meeting, it’s still a sizeable cut. Deputy super-intendent Larry Wehde told the board during Monday’s regular meeting the average tax on a typical homeown-

er’s property will drop by nearly 40 dollars per year.

The rate would drop from $1.105 per $100 valu-ation to $0.9728.

When the budget was first presented in July, GISD was looking at a massive increae in property values due primarily to oil and gas revenues.

“We’ve had some trouble with the oil and mineral values, because (appraisers) overlooked an important factor,” Wehde said. “They were a little embarassed by that, but the bottom line,

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Thought for the Day

“The Clinton admin-istration launched an attack on people in Texas because those people were religious nuts with guns. Hell, this country was founded by religious nuts with guns. Who does Bill Clinton think stepped ashore on Plymouth Rock?”

– P.J. O’Rourke

August 18, 1813On this day in 1813, the Spaniards defeated a would-be Texas

republic in the bloodiest action ever fought on Texas soil. The battle of Medina ended the filibustering efforts of the Gutiérrez-Magee expedition. The expedition collided with the Spanish royal-ist army 20 miles south of San Antonio in an oak forest then called el Encinal de Medina. The republican force of 1,400 men was under the command of Gen. José Alvarez de Toledo y Dubois. The royal-ist army of some 1,830 men was commanded by Gen. Joaquín de Arredondo and included the young Lt. Antonio López de Santa Anna. On the morning of August 18, royalist scouts lured the re-publican army into an ambush. A four-hour slaughter ensued. Only 100 of the defeated republican army survived, whereas Arre-dondo lost only 55 men. The bodies of the fallen republicans were left to lie where they fell for nine years.

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Church burglary suspects arrested

Deputies uncover weapons cacheHere is the Gonzales Police Department Report

for the period of Aug. 6-13:Aug. 6Michael Christopher Hernandez, 35 Of Gonzales,

Arrested And Charged With Driving With Invalid License, Possession Of Drug Paraphernalia, and an Outstanding Warrant At 900 Blk Henry St.

Aug. 7Randon Romero, 27 Of Gonzales, Arrested And

Charged With No Insurance And Displaying Expired License Plates At 700 Blk Church St.

Reported Disorderly Conduct At 200 Blk College St.

Aug. 8Reported Burglary Building At 700 Blk St. Paul St.Reported Criminal Mischief At 1500 Blk Sarah

Dewitt Dr.Reported Runaway At 600 Dunning St.Reported Theft At 1600 Blk Sarah Dewitt Dr.Aug. 9Blake O’Neal Mathis, 29 Of Gonzales, Arrested

And Charged With Possession Of Marijuana At 183 River Bridge.

Reported Burglary Building At 400 Blk St. Paul St.Cody Lane Walleck, 19 Of Gonzales, Arrested And

Charged With Possession Of Controlled Substance At 100 Blk Dunning St.

Reported Indecency With A Child At 2000 Blk Church St.

Guadalupe G. Zavala-Guzman, 21 Of Jackson-ville, Arrested And Charged With Disorderly Con-duct At 900 Blk St. Matthew St.

Aug. 10Reported Runaway At 1600 Blk Weimer St.Aug. 11Sergio Garcia Enriquez, 41 Of Gonzales, Arrested

And Charged With Public Intoxication At 1100 Blk Sarah Dewitt Dr.

Reported Forgery At 100 Blk St. Andrew St.Gilbert Garcia Morales, 45 Of San Antonio, Ar-

rested And Charged With Possession Of Drug Para-phernalia At 1700 Blk Seydler St.

Valentin Montero Yanez, 24 Of Gonzales, Arrest-ed And Charged With No Drivers License At 1400 Blk Sarah Dewitt Dr.

Reported Harassment At 800 Blk Larry Drive.Aug. 12Terry Stephen Pirkle, 47 Of Gonzales, Arrested

And Charged With Driving While Intoxicated And Resisting At 90-A East.

Aug. 13Martin Gonzales, 47 Of Gonzales, Arrested And

Charged With Assault At 200 Blk Thornton St.

Gonzales County Sheriff’s Of-fice Sheriff’s Report for Aug. 5-11:

08/05/12Garcia-Romero, Humberto,

03/1983, Gonzales. Public In-toxication. Released on Order to Appear. Transferred to ICE for Im-migration Detainer.

08/06/12Grear, Reggie Carl II, 07/1983,

Gonzales. Assault Int/Rec Breath-ing/Circulation Family Member Previous Conviction. Released on $15,000 Bond.

Copeland, Leland Ray, 03/1965, Smiley. Wilson County Warrant – Criminal Nonsupport. Released on $1,500 Bond.

Esparza, Rene, 11/1988, San Antonio. Local Warrant – Posses-sion of Marijuana <2oz. Requires $2,000 Bond. Remains in Cus-tody.

Sampleton, Walter Ray, 02/2972, Shiner. Austin Parole Division Warrant – Aggravated Robbery. Remains in Custody.

08/08/12Molina, Michele Rene,

08/1964, Gonzales. Commit-ment/Sentence – Theft Stolen

Property >$1,500 <$20K. Re-mains in Custody.

Martinez, Amy Nicole, 10/1984, Gonzales. Commit-ment/Sentence – Burglary of a Habitation. Remains in Custody.

08/09/12Almaguer, Bruno, 10/1975,

Gonzales. Commitment/Sen-tence – Engage in Organized Ac-tivity Released – Work Release/Weekender.

Leal, Jason, 10/1986, Gonza-les. Local Warrant – Possession of a Controlled Substance PG 1 >1G <4G. Released on $25,000 Bond.

Gomez, Fernando Mendoza, 05/1955, Waelder. Commitment/Sentence – Driving while Intoxi-cated 2nd. Remains in Custody.

Rincon, Sergio Ernesto, 09/1977, Gonzales. Local Warrant – Assault causes Bodily Injury Family Violence. Local Warrant – Unlawful Restraint. Local Warrant – Criminal Mischief >$50 <$500. Releasedon $3,500 Bond.

08/10/12Castillo, Juan Ramirez,

03/1966, Moulton. Commitment/Sentence – Driving while Intoxi-

cated 2nd. Remains in Custody.Ormond, Lyndsey Marie,

04/1988, New Braunfels. Local Warrant – Theft of Property >$20 <$500 by Check. Requires $2,000 Bond. Remains in Custody.

Eleby, John Nathan, 10/1949, Gonzales. Commitment/Sen-tence – Possession of a Con-trolled Substance PG 1 <1 G. Released – Weekender/Work Release.

Richter, Michael Anthony, 09/1959, Palacios. Commitment/Sentence – Driving while Intoxi-cated 2nd. Released – Weekend-er/Work Release.

Total Arrest, Court Commit-ments, other agency arrest and processing’s:

GCSO 15DPS 09GPD 07WPD 00NPD 06Constable 00DWCSO 00DEA 00TPW 00GCAI 00Total 37

DeWitt Sheriff’s Office ReportDeWitt County Sheriff’s Office

Report from Aug 2-9Aug. 2Arrested Carlos Garibay IV, 27,

of Cuero, Capias Pro Fine / Crimi-nal Trespass, Fine of $518.40, Ca-pias Pro Fine / No Expired Vehicle Registration, Fine of $347.24, CPD

Arrested Victor Paul Galindo, 51, of Cuero, Violation of Proba-tion / Driving While Intoxicated 3rd or More, No Bond, DCSO

Arrested Larry Guadalupe Vasquez Jr., 27, of Cuero, Viola-tion of Probation / Poss. CS PG 1 >=1G<4G, No Bond, DCSO

Arrested Leonardo Rodriguez Jr., 45, of Cuero, Unauthorized Use of Vehicle, Bond of $5,000, Theft Property >$1,500<$20K, Bond of $5,000, Unauthorized Use of Vehicle, Bond of $5,000, Theft Property >$1,500<$20K, Bond of $5,000, CPD

Aug. 3Arrested Josh Duncun Chaf-

fin, 32, of Cuero, Capias Pro Fine / Driving While License Invalid, Fine of $267, DPS

Arrested Joe Barnes, 33, of Cu-ero, Resist Arrest Search or Trans-port, Bond of $1,000, Capias Pro Fine / Public Intoxication, Fine of $392, Capias Pro Fine / Public In-toxication, Fine of $389, DCSO

Aug. 4Arrested Roman Nunez Sala-

zar, 30, of Yoakum, Driving While License Invalid with Previous Con-viction, Bond of $1,000, DCSO

Arrested Ginger Lee Brough-ton, 40, of Cuero, Speeding, Fine of $306.80, Failure to Appear /

Speeding, Fine of $329, CPDAug. 5Arrested Sky Cook, 30, of Cor-

pus Christi, Driving While Intoxi-cated, Bond of $1,000, Possession of Marijuana, Bond of $1,000, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Fine of 314, DCSO

Aug. 6Arrested Jose Alonzo Garcia,

31, of Mission, Public Intoxication, Fine of $ 414, Yorktown PD

Arrested Jason Kyle Whites, 39, of Pflugerville, FTA / Posses-sion of Marijuana < 2oz, Bond of $1,000, Capias Pro Fine / Speed-ing, Fine of $404.30, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Fine of $548.60, Violation Court Order Family Violence (Travis Co), Bond of $10,000.00, DCSO

Arrested William Allan Cobey, 28, of Victoria, Criminal Non-Sup-port, Bond of $2,000 Cash, DCSO

Arrested Rafael Cabrera Cano, 55, of Goliad, Criminal Non-Sup-port (Pecos Co), Bond of $2,500, Criminal Non-Support (Victoria), No Bond, Yorktown PD

Arrested Brenda Rosales Beltran, 40, of Pleasanton, Se-cure Execution Doc Deception >=$1,500<$20K, Bond of $75,000, DCSO

Arrested Teresa Lynne Hunt, 30, of Victoria, Possession of Mari-juana < 2oz, Bond of $1,000, CPD

Aug. 8Arrested Christopher Huerta

Jr., 35, of Victoria, Theft Prop $500-$1,500, Bond of $1,000, Expired Drivers License, Fine of $216, Failed to Appear, Fine of

$367, DPSArrested Donald Rey Adams,

38, of Victoria, Speed (Calhoun Co), Fine of $448.50, Failure to Appear / Speed (Calhoun), Fine of $585, DPS

Arrested Curtis Edward Vaughn, 32, FTA/Speeding 70/60, Fine of $392, Failure to Appear/Driving While License Invalid, Fine of $392, Failure to Appear/Display Expired Motor Vehicle In-spection Certificate, Fine of $392, Failure to Appear/No Liability In-surance 1st Offense, Fine of $392, Speeding 1/10 Miles Over Limit, Fine of $306.80, No Liability Ins 1st Offense, Fine of $625.30, Driv-ing While License Invalid, Fine of $453.70, No/Expired Motor Ve-hicle Inspection Certificate, Fine of $306.80, CPD

Arrested Lance Kay Bruun Jr., 29, of Fulton, Driving W / License Invalid with / Previous Convec-tion /Suspension, Bond of $800, DPS

Arrested Billy Joe Ruiz Jr., 20, of Cuero, Motion to Revoke / Bur-glary of Building, No Bond, DCSO

Arrested William Dean Dabbs, 29, of Cuero, Public Intoxication, Fine of $414, CPD

Arreste Eric John Trevino, 26, of Cuero, Assault, Bond of $1,000, CPD

Arrested Guadalupe Ybarra Pena, 39, of Cuero, Assault, Bond of $1,000, CPD

Arrested Fredrick Allen Anzald-ua, 20, of Cuero, Violation of Pro-bation / Assault BI Family / House Member, Bond of $20,000, CPD

Yoakum Police Department Weekly Incident Report for Aug. 6-12:

08/07/12Case #12-321, Criminal Mis-

chief-B, 731 W. Gonzales; Disposi-tion, Investigation.

Case #12-322, Criminal Mis-chief-B, 731 W. Gonzales; Disposi-tion, Investigation.

Case #174711, Warrant Arrest (2), Hartsfield, Patricia, 36, Yoa-kum, Nelson@Front; Offense(s), 1) W#12-310-Compulsory At-tendance, 2) W#12-360-FTA-Compulsory Attendance; Disposition(s), 1) Fine/$129/Rel., 2), Fine/$214/Rel.

Case #174712, Warrant Arrest (2), Hartsfield, Patricia, 36, Yoa-kum, Nelson@Front; Offense(s),

1) W#298275-Theft, 2) W32-100139-FTA-Theft; Disposition, 1) Trans/VCSO, 2) Trans/VCSO.

08/09/12Case #12-327, Assault-A, 508

Irvine; Disposition, Investigation.Case #174744, Warrant Arrest,

Parr, Diana, 43, Yoakum, 201 W. Gonzales; Offense, CPF#12-241-Compulsory Attendance; Dispo-sition, Fine/$654/Rel.

08/10/12Case #174747. Brazil, 18, Yoa-

kum, 900 Irvine; Offense(s), 1) No Driver’s License, 2) No Insur-ance, 3) Ran Stop Sign, 4) Exp. Registration; Disposition(s), 1) Fine/$164.10/YPD Custody, 2) Fine/$239/YPD Custody, 3) Fine/$147.10/YPD Custody, 4) Fine/$114/YPD Custody.

Case #12-329, Juvenile Male, 13, Yoakum, 302 Plaza; Offense, Criminal Mischief; Disposition, Trans/Vict. Juv. Prob.

08/11/12Case #12-330, Barnett, Adrian,

30, Yoakum, 311 ½ Davis; Of-fense, Criminal Mischief-B; Dis-position, Trans/LCSO.

Case #12-331, Unauthorized Use M/V, 206 Hope; Disposition, Investigation.

Case #12-332, Burglary-Res-idence, 206 Hope; Disposition, Investigation.

08/12/12Case #12-335, Miller, Annie,

35, Yoakum, 1311 Dunn; Offense, Public Intoxication; Disposition, Fine/$/YPD Custody.

Yoakum Police Department

Caldwell County Sheriff’s Office discovered this cache of weapons when they as-sisted Child Protective Services on a home visit in Uhland. (Courtesy photo)

UHLAND — On Friday, August 3, Caldwell County Sheriff Daniel C. Law an-nounced Child Protective Ser-vices had requested assistance in a home visit at 114 Everett Drive, in Uhland.

The investigator was con-cerned for the safety of a ju-venile at the residence and for her own safety while contact-ing the father of the juvenile. The father was identified to be Marcelino Aguirre, age 39.

Aguirre was a convicted felon and reportedly in pos-session of firearms in the resi-dence. Aguirre and the Everett Drive location have been the subject of a long term inves-tigation by federal, state and local law enforcement for a period of time.

Due to possibility of fire-arms in the residence, a num-ber of detectives accompanied the CPS investigator to the residence to provide security during the home visit. The CPS investigator made con-tact with Aguirre, explained the purpose of the visit, and was allowed entry into the residence.

A number of surveillance monitors and cameras were observed inside the residence and two firearms were in plain view of the detectives. The CPS investigator requested to see the rest of the residence and asked a detective to ac-company her throughout the house. Aguirre followed and answered the investiga-

tor’s questions about having a number of firearms in the residence.

In the master bedroom, Aguirre reached into a closet and attempted to pull an M4 semi-auto rifle out, a detective immediately took the firearm away from him. Aguirre was then placed under arrest for being a convicted felon in pos-session of firearms.

A search warrant was ob-tained from Caldwell County Court at Law Judge Edward Jarrett. During the search of the residence, detectives located and seized 1.8 oz of methamphetamine, marijua-na, residue of heroin, $45,919 in U.S. currency, 31 handguns, 25 long guns (including four M4 rifles, one AK47 rifle, and two Russian SKS rifles), three others which were unregis-tered Title II (NFA) firearms, one Mac-10 semi-auto pistol, five law enforcement tactical

bullet resistant vests, three military type bullet resistant vests, approximately 4,000 rounds of ammunition, and a large amount of magazines for the weapons. Six vehicles were also seized from the location.

Officers with Lockhart Po-lice Department, Department of Public Safety, and Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms were called to the residence to as-sist in collecting firearms and other evidence.

Aguirre was charged with unlawful possession of metal or body armor by a felon, unlawful possession of a fire-arm by a felon, and posses-sion of a controlled substance penalty group 1>=4 grams< 200 grams. Bond was set at $270,000.

On Monday, August 6, federal charges were filed on Aguirre for possession of firearms and ammunition by a convicted felon and posses-sion of unregistered Title II (NFA) firearms.

During interviews with de-tectives, Aguirre stated he was at one time a Mexican Federal Police Officer.

This is an ongoing investi-gation that may lead to further recovery of illegal weapons, narcotics, and/or further ar-rests. Anyone with additional information regarding this person or address, contact the Caldwell County Sheriff ’s Of-fice at 512-398-6777.

Marcelino Aguirre

Dwight Tucker Lindsey Tims

PRAIRIE LEA – On Satur-day, August 11, at about 9:58 a.m., deputies responded to a burglary of the Prairie Lea Bap-tist Church, located in the 6800 block of San Marcos Highway in Prairie Lea.

Unknown suspects entered the unlocked church and took two laptop computers, $80 in coins, and a plastic ball chip container from the building.

Deputies were contacted by Luling police officers at 2:22 p.m. to the 500 block of E. Davis Street in Luling to assist in iden-tifying stolen property from the church. Luling police officers had investigated a white Suzuki Carry All and found a laptop computer and a plastic ball chip container in plain view.

Luling police officers identi-fied and detained Dwight Justin Tucker, age 21, to be in the vehi-cle. Checks belonging to a Dan-ny Pullen, 200 block of Mustang

Street in Prairie Lea, were lo-cated in the vehicle. Pullen was contacted and told police he had been burglarized earlier in the day. Blank checks, personal documents, coins, deeds, and photos had been taken. Some of these documents were found in the vehicle.

Police officers located and detained Lindsey Familia Tims, age 20, for passing a forged check. Sheriff’s deputies re-sponded to the scene and assist-

ed in transporting the suspects. Pullen was advised to meet the deputies at the Sheriff’s Office to provide a statement.

Tims was charged with forg-ery of a financial instrument. Bond was set at $25,000.

Tucker was charged with un-lawful possession of a firearm by a felon, possession of a con-trolled substance, public intoxi-cation and burglary of a habita-tion. Bond was set at $128,500.

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New Shiner muralA large mural depicting the history of Shiner by local artist Amber Stratman was unveiled Friday at Lone Star Bank in Shiner as part of the bank’s Customer Ap-preciation Day event. (Photo by Dave Mundy)

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDoT) has taken steps to improve the safety of one of the deadli-est intersections in Gonzales County.

TxDot Yoakum District staff member Paul Frerich gave a report to the Gonza-les County Commissioners Court to inform them of the recent improvements. Last Thursday, they erected stop signs with red blinking lights on FM 466 after they installed two sets of rumble strips in the

pavement near the intersec-tion last Monday.

“When you pass over those strips you can feel them in your vehicle,” Frerich said. “If you’re distracted in any way, they will wake you up so you will be able to see the stop ahead.”

The intersection has been the scene of at least seven fatal-ities in the last nine years. The most recent occurred on Aug. 2 when a passenger vehicle was struck by an 18-wheeler, killing one person and seri-ously injuring two others. On June 3, a young man died on impact when the vehicle he was driving down FM 466 col-

lided with a pickup truck.While acknowledging that

the recent additions will go a long way toward ensuring safety at the intersection, Fr-erich said TxDOT is willing to go above and beyond what they normally do to make it as safe as possible.

“We can put ‘Highway In-tersection Ahead’ signs on Highway 80,” he said. “Right now you have a sign saying ‘Junction 466’ which lets you know there’s an intersection coming up, but we can put up a 48-inch by 48-inch yellow sign warning people that there is an intersection coming up.”

TxDOT takes traffic counts on all Texas roadways every year and Frerich said the re-sults from the last count done on State Highway 80 were pretty astonishing.

“Typically, traffic on a road-way will increase two to three percent each year on the av-erage,” he said. “Last year on State Highway 80, the traffic had increased 55 percent. The traffic on 466 hasn’t increased, so the problem is the traffic on Highway 80. In that part of the county, we are really taking a look at what we can do to im-prove safety.”

By CEDRIC IGLEHART

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SISD board reviews handbook changesThe Shiner ISD Board of Trustees

met in regular session on Aug. 8, and after taking care of routine business heard a report from each campus prin-cipal regarding changes to the Student Handbooks for the upcoming school year.

Elementary Principal Greg Murrile reported that the only changes at the El-ementary level include changing dates and updating personnel.

High School Principal Brad Oden

advised that those changes had also been made in his campus Handbook, and added that there is a significant change to the Grading System section. Due to the implementation of STAAR testing and End of Course Exams, some changes had to be made to allow the End of Course Exam to be included in calculating students averages.

In a nutshell, each semester average will count as 42.5% for a total of 85%, and the EOC will count as 15% of the course average for the year. The Hand-book goes into much greater detail, and students and parents are encouraged to

read the Grading System section care-fully and to contact the school should they have any questions.

The Board went into Executive Ses-sion and upon reconvening in open ses-sion voted to hire Shawnna Pohler, RN, as the school nurse.

In other business the Board:• Approved the Students Handbooks

as presented;• Approved the Student Code of

Conduct for the upcoming school year;• Approved the SISD Staff Hand-

book;• Approved Trey Lawrence, Greg

Murrile, and Brad Oden as SISD PDAS Appraisers for the upcoming school year;

• Approved the Appraisal Calendar for 2012-2013;

• Approved the Shiner ISD’s 2012 Certified Taxable Values as presented;

• Approved the Superintendent’s rec-ommendation of leaving the tax rate at the current level of $1.04. This will be presented at a Public meeting on the Budget and Tax Rate to be held at 6 p.m. on Aug. 29.

• Approved the salary schedule as presented;

By JAMES DREYER

Cannon Correspondent

give us a road map on how to reach the future.”

The plan will take 12 to 18 months to develop and will be headed up by Texas A&M faculty member Dr. Elise Bright, whose family is from Gonzales.

The item addressed was the state of the city’s electrical system, where the upgrading of the St. Vincent Street feeder was the chief concern.

“That feeder is the weak link in our electrical service,” Barnes said. “It’s a pretty ambitious project, but once it’s done our electrical system will be as stable as anybody’s.”

Barnes said the City is the pro-cess of sprucing up the downtown area by re-striping parking lots and painting curbs. He also announced that a long-time project will finally be coming to fruition this year – painting the public library.

“After many years of it bounc-ing around the city manager’s of-fice, this is going to get done,” he said. “The building has been pres-sure washed and all of the cracks have been filled in.”

Issues with the Water Depart-ment were discussed including the difficulties with the Highway 97 water well project.

“It’s been out for bid and it’s been out for bid and now it’s out for bid again,” Barnes said. “The first time we got no bids and the second time we got one bid, but it was something I refused to take to the council. Our engineer’s opin-ion of the cost was $300,000 and the bid we got was for $1 million.”

“The oil boom is a blessing and a curse. Every well company right now really couldn’t care less about water wells. They want to get the black stuff out of the ground.”

Barnes said in order to get around that obstacle the current

round of bids will be advertised in areas outside of the Eagle Ford Shale area.

Barnes said there are plans in the works to update the customer service at City Hall, which includes installing a direct dialing telephone system and possibly kiosks in city buildings where customers can pay their bills and fines.

“We’ve done some research on this, but it’s still very early in the planning stages,” he said. “Those are things that are on the horizon.”

Business development was an-other area that Barnes that touched on, primarily the potential reloca-tion of a foreign company to the Gonzales area.

“We’ve got a lot of business po-tential coming through town,” he said. “If you see somebody you don’t know in town, be nice to them. They may be the chief exec-utive officer of a Fortune 500 com-pany looking to put a plant here in Gonzales. If we’re not friendly towards them, then they will just go down the road.”

Barnes said the city’s housing situation will be improving soon with the addition of the Lou’s Garden subdivision. The project is bringing 45 new homes to Gon-zales and there is an option in place for more property on a second phase if the first one goes well.

“We also have a national home builder whose name rhymes with Bilson who is going to build a 200-unit apartment complex,” Barnes said. “They say it’s going to be ex-ceedingly nice with granite coun-ter tops and swimming pools, all in a gated community. They also have an option on some property to build single family homes.”

Barnes said Gonzales is on the verge of becoming “hotel central” due to the number of those busi-nesses coming to town. A new Holiday Inn Express was opened

last week and Microtel is set to break ground on its 62-room ho-tel.

“There’s another hotel that’s go-ing to bring in 23 rooms called the Palace Inn,” he said. “It’s going to be on 183 by one of the cemeteries. There’s probably another five or six hotels who are kicking the tires right now and are in some stage of acquiring property.”

“If we have investors who are putting hotels in town, then this oil boom is for real. I know what the town went through in the ‘80’s, but this one is for real.”

Citizens were allowed to ask questions during the meeting and one came about regarding the hor-rendous bathroom conditions at Independence Park.

“The bathroom in the Brick-yard has been a very interesting topic of conversation in my office over the last two weeks,” Barnes said. “The Brickyard has a com-posting septic system that hasn’t been maintained in probably 10 years. We’ve had somebody dig-ging out that system for the last five days. Apparently at some time in the past, the city had just been dumping lime down there, so now we have limestone to deal. We’re working on those bathrooms.”

“I’ve gotten on my soapbox about what I call the Buccee’s Prin-ciple. Fourteen miles down the road a guy has gotten filthy rich from having clean bathrooms. I want to be the Buccee’s of munici-pal government.”

Gonzales Police Chief Tim Crow is serving as the interim Parks and Recreation Director, but Barnes said the City has received over 30 applications for the job.

“The candidate pool this time is unbelievable,” he said. “We’ve got a lot of interest from former direc-tors this time that we didn’t have last time.”

“When your taxable valu-ations for the county go up, your tax rate automatically drops. Every year when you start this rate calculation, you start with last year’s adjusted taxable value and that adjusts your levy down-ward.”

The rollback rate is cal-culated by taking last year’s adjusted operating taxes and dividing it by this year’s adjusted tax base. The divi-dend, which in this case is $0.4515, is the effective op-erating rate.

That figure is then mul-tiplied by this year’s maxi-mum operating rate (1.08)

and added to this year’s debt rate of $0.0097 to get this year’s total rollback rate of $0.4973. The sales tax adjust-ment rate of $0.1419 is then subtracted, which results in the rollback rate of $0.3554.

Precinct 4 Commissioner Bud Wuest wanted it put on the public record that the surplus from sales tax rev-enue was being used to de-crease property taxes.

“There was a bunch of communication out there that the county was going to have a whole bunch of mon-ey coming in that we would be able to do things with,” he said. “We don’t have that ex-tra money.”

The court agreed to a pro-posal to adopt the rollback tax rate of .3554 and set two dates for public hearings – August 27 and September 4 at 9 a.m. in the Commission-ers Courtroom.

During her monthly re-port, Dubose said the total county taxes collected for July 2012 was $60,283.99, putting the County at 96.2 percent of the 2011 adjusted levy and rollback.

In other business, the court:

• Gave approval for the Sheriff’s Office to enter the

next phase of attempting to secure a 2013 State Criminal Alien Assistance Program (SCAAP) Reimbursement Grant.

The SCAAP program provides federal payments to states and localities that incurred correctional officer salary costs for incarcerat-ing undocumented criminal aliens.

• Approved distribution of unclaimed county capi-tal credits in the amount of $435.89 to Norma’s House and the Gonzales Youth Center.


Yoakum council reviewsproposed zoning changes

COUNTY: No ‘extra money’ in budget

MEETINGS: Town-halls held

Luling moves ahead with bond sale for project

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LULING — Luling City Coun-cil on Thursday moved forward with plans to sell some $3.15 mil-lion in bonds to finance the recon-struction of Zedler Mill Dam and erosion control at the city-owned park.

Council was told by Bart Fowl-er, whose firm is managing the bond sale for the city, that current interest rates are very favorable and appear likely to remain so through the anticipated sale date of Oct. 11. The sale would put the money into the city’s hands by the first of November.

City finance director Sonny

Rougeau told the council the city should be able to assume the debt without having to raise taxes. He said the city is currently paying for a small amount of indebtedness through its maintenance and op-erations (M&O) budget.

During the meeting, the Coun-cil also moved forward with plans to establish the city’s M&O tax rate for the coming year at 44 cents per $100 valuation. Rougeau told the council that figure would enable the city to meet all its budget ob-ligations.

“Our taxable values have gone up 6.64 percent,” Rougeau noted. “If we kept our tax as it is the total tax would decrease for the average homeowner by about 78 cents.”

The 44-cent figure would repre-sent a very slight increase of a half-cent from the current $0.4346, but is below the calculated rollback tax rate of $0.4422. Rougeau said that following consultations with the Caldwell County Appraisal District, the city’s effective rate was determined at $0.4095.

Luling also accepted a $275,000 community development block grant for 2012 during Thursday’s meeting. City manager Bobby Berger said the funds will be tar-geted toward water and sewer im-provements.

Council also approved a smaller budget for the operation of water and sewer processing by the Gua-dalupe-Blanco River Authority.

GBRA presented a budget about 9.6 percent lower than last year, which will result in a cost to the city of about $345,045 compared to the $361,000 budgeted.

City manager Bobby Berger said the lower GBRA budget is welcome. “As a result, we’re not looking at an increase for water and sewer this year,” he said.

Chris Riley from GBRA also gave the Council an update on the agency’s basin-wide flood plan study. He said topographic map-ping is being completed and fol-lowing public meetings later this fall, a final flood plan for the basin, including Luling, should be final-ized by January.

The Council also approved

a contract with the Zelder Mill Foundation for the management of the Zedler Mill Community Park.

Trey Bailey told the council the Scale House should be completed shortly and the foundation is hop-ing itwill become available for overnight stays for parties holding weddings at the facility by Sept. 1.

“We’re planning to hold an EDC meeting there on Wednesday,” he said.

Council also approved a resolu-tion establishing a permitting fee schedule for most types of permit applications, but the city will re-view and take action later on set-ting city engineers’ fees for inspec-tions.

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YOAKUM — At Tues-day’s regular meeting of the Yoakum City Council, members heard a variety of recommendations from the Yoakum Planning and Zon-ing Commission. These recommendations included changing zoning from resi-dential (R-1) to Commer-cial (C-2) for lots at 902 HWY 77A South and the Eastern 300 Block of Hwy 77A North. A request was made to change a portion of the Eastern 300 Block of Hwy 77A North from Resi-dential (R-1) to Business (B-1) as well.

The commission asked for a change from Residen-tial (R-1) to Commercial (C-1) and for a Specific Use Permit for the operation of a hospital at 1200 Carl Ramert Drive to bring the hospital into compliance with zoning laws.

The hospital district has sold a one acre tract at the eastern corner of LCRA 392 and Carl Ramert Drive to an LLC and the Commis-sion requested changing the zoning there from Resi-dential to Business to allow for the construction of a di-alysis center. Amendments to the Zoning Ordinance regarding regulations for Specific Use Permits for the operation of home occu-pations were presented as well. The adoption of all of

the requested changes was passed on the first reading.

City Manager Kevin Coleman reported to the Council concerning amending the City of Yoa-kum Code of Ordinances concerning alternate truck routes within the City Lim-its. The ordinances refer specifically to traffic, truck routes-weight of vehicles required to use the routes, same designated and same-deviation for certain pur-poses. Coleman advised that his office is still per-forming site surveys and he will make a recommen-dation to the Council at a later date.

In other business the Council:

• Approved the request from a citizen to close W. Schleicher Street from Lott to Front Streets for a period of time on August 25, 2012;

• Passed an ordinance on first reading adopting the City of Yoakum’s 2012-2013 Fiscal Year Budget;

• Approved the 2012 Cer-tified Appraisal Roll of the City of Yoakum as certi-fied by the DeWitt County Chief Appraisers, there is an increase of $7 Million from last year’s tax base;

• Established debt service to be supported by the ad

valorem tax levy and the utility revenue for Fiscal Year 2012-2013 to include the payment of principal, interest and administra-tive fees for the 2006 Texas Water Development Board Certificates of Obligation, the 2008 Texas Water De-velopment Board General Obligation Bond, and the 2011 General Obligation Bond Issue;

• Passed on first reading an ordinance levying taxes to be assessed and collect-ed, and set the 2012 City Tax Rate for the City of Yo-akum at .09087, down from the current rate of .09278;

• Authorized the City Manager to accept grant funding from the Texas De-partment of Agriculture for the Sanitary Sewer Project-Phase III;

• Re-appointed the three current members to the Yoakum Economic Devel-opment Corporation Board of Directors for two-year terms.

• Heard a report from the City Manager concerning items for the next regularly scheduled meeting;

• Went into Executive Session and took no action upon reconvening in an open meeting.

By JAMES DREYERCannon Correspondent

the fingerprints except for one have been identified as Ms. Allison’s.”

“We do have a suspect, who has been arrested be-fore in Louisiana. I have contacted the authorities from that jurisdiction and have put in for some of his prints to see if by chance they match.”

Taylor said during a can-vas of the scene they locat-ed two witnesses, who both gave the same description of a man they saw walking around the rodeo area that night.

“Both of them advised us that they felt this individual didn’t have anything to do with the rodeo whatsoever,” he said. “They stated he fit more of the description of an oil field worker.”

Area pawn shops were notified and given descrip-tions of the jewelry. On Aug. 8, Taylor said he got a call from David Martinez of National Pawn in Gon-zales at 4:45 p.m., advising that he thought he had the missing watch.

“His awareness was what made our case,” Tay-lor said. “I went over there right away and there were two individuals who were attempting to pawn the watch.”

Taylor said he took pos-session of the watch and asked both men to follow him to police headquarters. They got into a car and fol-lowed as instructed, but the passenger suddenly bailed out and took off running.

Police Chief Tim Crow, Sgt. Drew Nidey, Officer Tanner Schwake, Officer

David Silva, and Capt. Gay-le Autry searched for the passenger, while the driver was interviewed by Taylor.

“With his assistance, we were able to further con-duct our investigation and identify the subject,” he said. “The man who ran had wanted the other one to pawn the watch for him because he said he didn’t have any ID. The other man had done this kind of thing for him previously, so he thought it would be OK.”

Taylor said there are no plans to file charges against the man who was inter-viewed.

Later that evening, the interviewee contacted a local woman who had the majority of the missing jewelry in her possession.

“Once she found out it was stolen, she immediate-ly brought it to the Police Department and turned it over,” Taylor said. “We did question her and at this point in time, she’s not go-ing to be filed on either.”

All of the pieces of jew-elry were recovered with the exception of the tennis bracelet, which the woman said was stolen from her car days earlier while she was in Shiner.

“I contacted the Shiner police and they did confirm she made a report to that effect,” Taylor said. “We are attempting to find that bracelet to get it back to its rightful owner.”

The remaining pieces of jewelry – the $54,000 ring, $18,000 watch, $1,000 pearl earrings, $800 diamond earrings and $400 necklace – were returned to Allison on Aug. 9.

Taylor declined to release the name of the suspect but did describe him as a white male in his 30’s, who is pos-sibly from the state of Ken-tucky.

“This person of interest was staying at J.B. Wells while he was employed with a pipeline company,” said Taylor. “I understand he is no longer employed with them.”

Once it has been con-cluded, the case will be written up and forward-ed to the District Attor-ney’s Office, where it will be submitted to a grand jury. Taylor wanted to thank everyone who as-sisted on this matter. They include Martinez and the officers previ-ously mentioned, plus Officer John Brumme, Sgt. Matt Atkinson of the Gonzales County Sher-iff ’s Office and Olen Ma-laer of Waelder.

“Mr. Malaer is a re-tired fingerprint expert with the Houston Po-lice Department,” said Taylor. “He has spent many, many years as a la-tent print examiner and worked with the DPS. He took his own time to come over and help us look at the prints.”

Taylor also wanted to thank Paul Neuse of Sto-rey Jewelers, who was able to access the serial number on the watch to confirm it as the one that had been stolen.

The investigation is still ongoing so if you have any information re-garding this case, contact the Gonzales Police at 830-672-8686.

The CannonThursday, August 16, 2012 Page A5


THEFT: Suspect sought in heist during rodeo

2012 Property Tax Rates in COUNTY OF GONZALESThis notice concerns the 2012 property tax rates for COUNTY OF GONZALES. It presents information about three tax rates. Last year's tax rate is the actual tax rate the taxing unit used to determine property taxes last year. This year's effective tax rate would impose the same total taxes as last year if you compare properties taxed in both years. This year's rollback tax rate is the highest tax rate the taxing unit can set before taxpayers start rollback procedures. In each case these rates are found by dividing the total amount of taxes by the tax base (the total value of taxable property) with adjustments as required by state law. The rates are given per $100 of property value.

Last year's tax rate:

Last year's operating taxes $5,696,653

Last year's debt taxes $354,291

Last year's total taxes $6,050,944

Last year's tax base $965,370,772

Last year's total tax rate $0.6268/$100This year's effective tax rate:

Last year's adjusted taxes

(after subtracting taxes on lost property)

$6,039,527

÷ This year's adjusted tax base

(after subtracting value of new property)

$1,843,453,412

=This year's effective tax rate $0.3276/$100(Maximum rate unless unit publishes notices and holds hearings.)This year's rollback tax rate:

Last year's adjusted operating taxes

(after subtracting taxes on lost property and adjusting for any transferred function, tax increment financing, state criminal justice mandate, and/or enhanced indigent healthcare expenditures)

$8,323,732

÷ This year's adjusted tax base $1,843,453,412

=This year's effective operating rate $0.4515/$100

x 1.08=this year's maximum

operating rate$0.4876/$100

+ This year's debt rate $0.0097/$100

= This year's total rollback rate $0.4973/$100

-Sales tax adjustment rate $0.1419/$100

=Rollback tax rate $0.3554/$100

Statement of Increase/Decrease

If COUNTY OF GONZALES adopts a 2012 tax rate equal to the effective tax rate of $0.3276 per $100 of value, taxes would increase compared to 2011 taxes by $32,819.

Schedule A: Unencumbered Fund Balance

The following estimated balances will be left in the unit's property tax accounts at the end of the fiscal year. These balances are not encumbered by a corresponding debt obligation.

Type of Property Tax Fund Balance

GENERAL 3,408,118 ROAD & BRIDGE 2,482,213 DEBT SERVICE 128,759

Schedule B: General Fund - 2012 Debt Service

The unit plans to pay the following amounts for long-term debts that are secured by property taxes. These amounts will be paid from property tax revenues (or additional sales tax revenues, if applicable).

Description of Debt

Principal or Contract

Payment to be Paid

from Property Taxes

Interest to be

Paid from

Property Taxes

Other Amounts

to be PaidTotal Payment

2006 SERIES REFUNDING

BONDS 180,000 63,271 0 243,271

Total required for 2012 debt service $243,271

- Amount (if any) paid from Schedule A $62,500

- Amount (if any) paid from other resources $0

Notice of Public Hearing on Tax Increase

The COUNTY OF GONZALES will hold two public hearings on a proposal to increase total tax revenues from properties on the tax roll in the preceding tax year by 8.49 percent (percentage by which proposed tax rate exceeds lower of rollback tax rate or effective tax calculated under Chapter 26, Tax Code). Your individual taxes may increase at a greater or lesser rate, or even decrease, depending on the change in the taxable value of your property in relation to the change in taxable value of all other property and the tax rate that is adopted.

The first public hearing will be held on August 27, 2012 at 9:00 AM at Commissioners Courtroom, First Floor, Gonzales County Courthouse, 414 St. Joseph, Gonzales, Tx..

The second public hearing will be held on September 4, 2012 at 9:00 AM at Commissioners Courtroom, First Floor, Gonzales County Courthouse, 414 St. Joseph, Gonzales, Tx..

The members of the governing body voted on the proposal to consider the tax increase as follows: FOR: Kenneth O. (Dell) Whiddon Donnie R. Brzozowski

Kevin T. LaFleur Otis S. (Bud) Wuest

AGAINST: None

PRESENT and not voting: None

ABSENT: None

The average taxable value of a residence homestead in COUNTY OF GONZALES last year was $65,064. Based on last year's tax rate of $0.6268 per $100 of taxable value, the amount of taxes imposed last year on the average home was $407.82.

The average taxable value of a residence homestead in COUNTY OF GONZALES this year is $69,032. If the governing body adopts the effective tax rate for this year of $0.3276 per $100 of taxable value, the amount of taxes imposed this year on the average home would be $226.15.

If the governing body adopts the proposed tax rate of $0.3554 per $100 of taxable value, the amount of taxes imposed this year on the average home would be $245.34.

Members of the public are encouraged to attend the hearings and express their views.

Schedule D - Criminal Justice Mandate

The COUNTY OF GONZALES Auditor certifies that COUNTY OF GONZALES has spent $35,677 in the previous 12 months beginning June 1, 2011, for the maintenance and operations cost of keeping inmates sentenced to the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. COUNTY OF GONZALES Sheriff has provided information on these costs, minus the state revenues received for reimbursement of such costs.

Pictured above left is a family heirloom dia-mond ring worth an es-timated $54,000. It is shown with the other re-covered items. Pictured above right is the Rolex watch that was taken to be pawned at a local busi-ness. The police credited the clerk’s awareness as a major part of breaking the case. (Courtesy photos)

This diamond tennis bracelet is the only piece of jewelry yet to be recovered from a vehicle theft that occurred at J.B. Wells Arena last month. Anyone who has seen this is asked to contact the Gonzales Police Department at 830-672-8686. (Courtesy photo)

oil-mineral values in GISD are down about $18 million from our last projections.”

The decrease in values, We-hde said, will enable the district to avoid slipping into Chap-ter 41 status under the state’s “Robin Hood” school funding formula, meaning the district would have to share revenues with property-poor districts.

Although revenues will be down, Wehde said, the dis-trict plans to shift some funds around to take care of a couple of priorities. One of those will be the purchase of air condi-tioners for five buses.

“We did some test runs on some of the buses that run our

longer routes,” Wehde said. “The temperatures inside the bus for one and one-half hours was 120 degrees. Our plan is to retrofit those buses on the longer routes with air condi-tioning.”

The district also plans to shift funding to enable the purchase of four carts (120) I-pads for both special education students and four more for a computer lab at Gonzales El-ementary.

The computer lab’s primary funding is coming from the PTO and a grant from the No-lan Ryan Foundation.

During Monday’s meeting, trustess also got an update on summer programs, including Limited English Proficiency/

ESL, the summer TAKS pro-gram and summer reading and library programs.

Wehde told the board that renovation projects at all three elementary schools will almost certainly carry into the school year.

The cafeteria at Gonzales El-ementary likely won’t be ready until the Christmas Break, but food-service personnel are proceeding with plans for in-classroom lunch periods.

Wehde also said the district experienced another delay when it had to go back and tell a contrtractor to put a metal cover edge on the roof of the new annex building in an ef-fort to keep bats form roosting in the building.

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Tom Vilsack is one of the most important wel-fare administrators in the nation. Oh, yeah — he’s also secretary of agriculture.

Two-thirds of the Agriculture Department’s budget is devoted to welfare programs. The biggest is food stamps, which is now the nation’s second-largest welfare program after Medicaid. Its inexo-rable growth during the past decade, through good times and bad, is a testament to government’s self-generating expansion.

Asked what labor wanted, the great 20th-century union leader Samuel Gompers answered, “More.” The modern welfare state lives by the same credo. About 17 million people received food stamps back in 2000. Some 30 million received them in 2008. Roughly 46 million people receive them today. From 1 in 50 Americans on food stamps at the pro-gram’s national inception in the 1970s, 1 in 7 Amer-icans are on them now. Even when the economy is projected to improve in the future, usage of food stamps will remain elevated above historic norms. Food Stamp Nation is here to stay.

One of its pillars is so-called categorical eligibility, which means that if someone is eligible for another welfare program, he is presumptively eligible for food stamps. In 2000, the Clinton administration issued regulations saying that merely getting a non-cash welfare benefit could make someone eligible. Getting a welfare brochure or referred to an 800 number for services is enough to qualify in almost all the states. In Vermont, receiving a bookmark with a telephone number and website for services is enough.

Categorical eligibility effectively wiped out the program’s old asset test (i.e., you couldn’t have $30,000 in the bank and get food stamps), although income limitations still apply. In the Obama stimu-lus, the work requirement was suspended, too, and hasn’t been restored. The requirement had discour-aged young, able-bodied nonparents from utilizing the program; now there are millions of them on

food stamps.That the food-stamps program is part of the

farm bill -- now up for debate in Congress -- is itself a scam, an exercise in rural-urban logrolling that gives everyone an interest in seeing the bill pass.

As every level of government works to grow the program, attempts to scale it back are predict-ably savaged. When Jeff Sessions, a Republican senator from Alabama, advocated reforms to save $20 billion out of a $770 billion budget for food stamps during the next decade, he was portrayed as a Dickensian villain. The New York Democrat Kirsten Gillibrand accused him of not caring about kids and insisted that food stamps are an engine of economic growth, since every $1 spent on the pro-gram allegedly generates $1.71 in economic activity. There’s nothing, apparently, that food stamps can’t do.

Needless to say, there are destitute people who need help. But the goal should be to reduce depen-dence on food stamps to historic levels after the recession, and restore the asset test, re-establish a work requirement and implement a better system for income verification. When almost 15 percent of Americans are on food stamps, the govern-ment should reacquaint itself with two words: “too much.”

Rich Lowry is editor of the National Review.

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“She’s my baby. I want to give her everything she ever wants.”

“I love my children. I’m going to give them everything.”

“He’s my big ol’ baby boy. Of course, he gets anything he wants!”

The above quotes are typical of what I’ve seen and heard from young parents these days. While it certainly shows that parents these days love their children, it also shows that many of them have a gaping hole in their logic.

I’ve never been a parent, which in some folks’ minds makes me unqualified to offer advice to that class of people. I have, however, been a kid, and can use that expe-rience to extrapolate my theory.

Young parents: there’s a huge difference between giving a kid everything he or she wants, and giving them what they NEED. And more and more folks of my generation are waking up to the fact that our training of you was remiss.

Kids of my generation were no strangers to the word “No.” We

heard it often, and it made us bet-ter people — because we came to recognize that luxury has value.

Sure, we all want our kids to be able to enjoy their childhood. I’m not about to suggest that today’s young parents have lost sight of the fact that all too often our kids are forced to grow up before their time.

But that also is what’s missing from modern child-rearing, more and more. Too many of today’s kids are growing up so shielded and protected that the real world comes as a brutal shock they are unable to handle.

I can’t begin to tell you how

many times I’ve been out and about and heard some 10-year-old whine, “Mom, I’m bored! I want to go home and play video games!”

When I was a kid, if we wanted to be entertained, we grabbed a ball, a bat and gloves and headed outside. We played until it got dark.

There were no helmets or shin guards. We skinned our knees and cried when the ball took a bad hop. We settled arguments among ourselves without any need for the involvement of ei-ther law enforcement nor legal advice.

Whether or not our parents were especially religious, we went to church, at least on Sundays. There, we learned the basic pre-cepts of decency: do unto others, thou shalt not steal, things like that. We were steeped in the mor-al code of our culture.

We didn’t go to school to be en-tertained, nor babysat. We went to learn. Our self-esteem was not an issue. Those who worked hard

got good grades; those who didn’t got an “F.”

Yes: failure was a grading op-tion in those days. Parents didn’t rush down to the school-board meeting to claim teachers were being unfair or the curriculum was biased or their child was hy-peractive. Instead, once you were able to sit down again, parents supervised nightly homework sessions until that grade was brought up to acceptable levels.

We also didn’t leave for school hungry. However poor or busy they might otherwise be, our par-ents always ensured that we were fed properly. Our parents did not need a government program to ensure that their parental respon-sibility was taken care of.

I saw a Facebook post from a teenager a while back lamenting the fact that she was nearing her 16th birthday and her Mom and Dad had not yet purchased her a new car.

As my generation matured, our parents began supplementing our education, because the schools

weren’t responsible for teaching things like personal responsibili-ty. If we wanted a car, we went out and got a job. If we didn’t make the payments, it got repossessed. If we wrecked it, it wasn’t covered on Mom’s policy — we paid for it ourselves.

Some of us had parents who were well-off. I remember one lo-cal doctor, who owned what we thought was the fanciest home in town, who pretty much ruled the country club and was on the front page of the paper every few weeks donating vast sums of money to charity.

I got a job one summer shovel-ing millings from one of the grain elevators on the Houston Ship Channel. My co-worker was the doctor’s son, who was trying to earn enough money to buy him-self a used pickup truck.

Young parents, don’t give your kids everything they want, even if you can. Make them earn things. They’ll be unhappy for a while now, but in the end, they’ll make better adults.

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The facts never seem to deter liber-als. When they want to push a mes-sage or make a comment, local or na-tional liberal politicians do not seem to care about the truth.

The latest national lie liberals are perpetuating on TV claims that Re-publican presidential nominee Rom-ney is responsible for the death of an employee at a steel plant, because Bain Capital purchased and closed the factory. The inference is that the employee, Joe Soptic, lost his job and his health care, and thus his ill wife died… and it’s all Romney’s fault.

The facts are that Romney stopped working for Bain in 1999. The plant closed in 2001. The man’s wife died in 2006, and he admitted to CNN on Tuesday, August 7, that the family in fact had health insurance at the time of his wife’s death. However, liberals can’t admit the facts and still blame Romney.

Last week, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (NV-D) accused Romney of being a tax cheat. Not only has Reid pushed this lie, but the Obama White House and campaign have also asked Romney release his taxes.

Again, the facts are that Romney has paid always his taxes in a timely and honest manner, and he has never had any problems with the IRS and or any state taxing agency.

Instead of Romney’s taxes, we should all ask for Obama to release his college records, which have been sealed.

Big lies are not limited to the na-tional political stage. U.S. Congress-men Henry Cuellar, Charlie Gonzalez, Ruben Hinojosa and Lloyd Doggett have all said the Tea Party is at fault

for national credit rating down grade. These liberal congressmen ignored

Standard and Poor’s assertion that “the debt and spending” have to be brought under control. It is difficult to understand how excessive federal spending, which began several de-cades ago, is the Tea Party’s fault.

Liberal Texas state legislators have pushed many other lies on the public. They say the Voter ID law is discrimi-natory, and that minority congressio-nal districts are necessary for minori-ties to be elected.

Ted Cruz and Congressman Quico Canseco have proven that minorities can be elected without even mention-ing their ethnicity.

Ralph Waldo Emerson once said, “Every violation of truth is not only a sort of suicide in the liar, but is a stab at the health of human society.”

There is an illness among liberals since they prefer to accept fiction over fact. There are many voters who accept these lies because it is either conve-nient or because they are uninformed.

In either case, voters must find and elect honest persons to local, state and federal government, or American society cannot long endure.


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By Bryan J. Shaw

Special to The Cannon

Dear Editor,Smiley Public Library was started in

downtown Smiley in 1938 and still re-mains an active part of the community. The library was nbamed Stella Harris Hart Public Library in 1977 when Mrs. Hart do-nated her home.

This has been a successful year at the library. Grants and contributions have en-abled us to replace the aged library roof. The board continues to actively work on the upkeep of the library with technology to keep up with the present trends.

The library plays an integral part of the community and has activities for all ages. The Keemnagers (adults meeting for game day) and free blood pressure checks are of-fered regularly.

This [ast year we have emphasized chil-dren in our programs. Our Summer Pro-gram, held weekly in June, has been a huge success with kids and parents. Over a doz-en children enjoyed reading, crafts and ac-tivities.Also we have promoted the Myron Cole Piano made Easy program, instruc-tional animated lessons on the keyboard to learn rhythm and key recognition.

We need your help to continue our com-munity service at the Smiley Hart Pub-lic Library. As a Friend of the Library, we hope you can make a monetary donation to a worthy cause.

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Speaking of‘running deep...’Dear Editor,

I have so much in me that needs to be said, I really don’t know where to start, so I’ll just start here ... since i’ve been watching the Olympics on and off the past 2 weeks, I have seen the little ubiquitous advertising phrase “Chevy runs deep” so many times, I am about to regurgitate last week’s pizza. I would like to complete the phrase and make it truthful. The more accurate state-ment runs like this: “Chevy runs deep in the taxpayers’ pocket.”

Jack DunnStockdale

Columnist needs an education on issuesDear Editor,

In reference to Dave Mundy’s Aug. 2 column, “Chick-Fil-A, gay marriage and trying to legislate free will “:

Once again Dave you give your take on a topic without educating yourself on the issues. I found your opinion piece on Chic-Fil-A and marriage equality lazy, misinformed, and hetro-centric.

So let me go through your points and your rationalizations with more infor-mation and a different perspective ( something this paper lacks on a regular basis).

Point #1 “I’m a distinct minority- as are those who advocate boycotting the company over statements made in an in-terview by its owner.”

Those speaking out against Chic-Fil-A (myself included) are not asking for a nation wide boycott of the company because of what the owner said in an interview. His statements reignighted the movement to Educate our friends, families, and all individuals who would be shocked to know the organizations Chick-Fil-A (CFA)donates millions of dollars to (using profits from the sand-which they purchase).

CFA’s charitable division WinShape, has given over 5 million dollars to orga-nizations like Exodus International, Fo-cus on the Family, and The Marriage and Family Foundation.

- In 29 states in America today, my partner of 11 years, Steven and I could be fired for being gay. Period. No ques-tions asked. One of those states is Louisi-ana, Steven’s home state. We love Steven’s family but would never live there be-cause of this legal restriction on our abil-ity to live our lives together. Would you live in a state that could fire you based on the fact you wore glasses, we’re a Chris-tian, or a libertarian?

- In 75 countries in the world, being gay is illegal. In many, the penalty is life in prison. These are countries we can’t openly visit. In 9 countries, being gay is punishable by death. In many others, violence against gays is tacitly accepted by the authorities. These are countries where we would be killed. Killed.

- Two organizations that work very hard to maintain this status quo and roll back any protections that we may have are the Family Research Council and the Marriage & Family Foundation. For example, the Family Research coun-cil leadership has officially stated that same-gender-loving behavior should be criminalized in this country. They draw their pay, in part, from the donations

of companies like Chick-Fil-A. Both groups have also done “missionary” work abroad that served to strengthen and promote criminalization of same-sex relations.

- Chick-Fil-A has given roughly $5M to these organizations to support their work.

- Chick-Fil-A’s money comes from the profits they make when you purchase their products.

So this is not about the owners com-ments or a free speech issue. . The gov-ernment is not punishing them for their speech and no one has silenced CFA. So the 1st amendment argument is beyond weak... It’s a chance to educate and re-pudiate CFA for the organizations they support.

Point #2 “there is a lot of misinforma-tion out there”

I agree with you, there is but your ex-amples are from really ignorant people (on both sides)

So let’s continue with some more edu-cation shall we?

Point #3 “What’s puzzling to me is the fact that the controversy over gay mar-riage did not begin with sexuality, it was about property rights.”

I don’t think one person can say with authority how the “controversy”over Marriage Equality first started or began (and for the record it’s never been a con-troversy for my partner or me). However let me give you and your readers more information and background on the his-tory of the fight for marriage equality:

There are 1,138 benefits, rights, and protections provided on the basis of marital status in Federal law. So it is more than just property rights and it is more than religious versus civil marriage certificates. It is over a thousand rights my partner and I are currently not al-lowed by the federal government. And I pay the same taxes as a heterosexual married couple pays (and I’m in a pretty high tax bracket).

Point # 4 (regarding legal protection) “File a Will. Seems rather straightfor-ward to me.”

First of all, in Texas there are numer-ous legal cases were gay couples have filed a will and the deceased family chal-lenged the will and the will was struck down because according to Attorney General Greg Abbott, “this would create a class of Legal Strangers.” So even a will is no guarantee of legal protection.

While my partner and I lived in Texas we went to a lawyer and had 11 legal documents to try to protect ourselves

legally ( at a cost of 2,000 dollars; this would have been automatic protections if we were allowed to marry). One of these documents is called “ The dispo-sition of Remains.” this was so if one of opus died, the other would have the legal right to burry the body. This is needed because the partners of the deceased have been denied any say in the funeral arrangements and have been banned from attending the funeral by their part-ners families. Something you probably never considered, huh? If your straight and married, you would not need to....This has happened to people we know in Texas.

Point # 5 “ marriage is an institution created by religion and only in the last century or so it has taken on a civil defi-nition.”

Back to your point about property, part of the reason for marriage in the Bible was about property (you get two mules as part of the transaction for mar-rying the guys daughter). You may not like the IRS, federal and straw laws, and what insurance companies do but re-gardless of how many centuries they’ve existed, they have a big impact on my life, my finances and my pursuit of lib-erty and freedom. You’re a libertarian, you should get that Dave.

So the CFA controversy is not really about a boycotting some guy for his per-sonal religious beliefs or for speaking his mind. It is about making sure people know what they use their profits to pro-mote and how it really impacts loved ones and friends ( and fellow Ameri-cans). Sure, I believe CFA and his owner has the right to say what they want and give millions in profits to anyone they want. They could give their money to the Nazi Youth Party. It would be their right. But that might make people think twice about patronizing their establish-ment. Microsoft, Apple, Amazon, and Starbucks support Marriage Equality so don’t do business with them and edu-cate your friends and family about their stance (they aren’t trying to take away straight marriage, outlaw hetrosexual sex or promote prison time or death for being straight ...Just say’n).

People are free to go and buy their sandwiches. But know how it impacts your family/friends (and you probably have some whether you know it or not).

Thanks for posting another viewpoint.

Michael PirkleGonzales

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Around 20 percent will develop mild symptoms (fever, headache, body aches, nausea, vomiting, and sometimes swollen lymph glands or a skin rash on the chest, stomach and back). These symptoms may last for short period of time.

The majority of people (around 80 percent) that become infected will show no symptoms and will get the disease without ever knowing they had it.

Most of the time, the dis-ease is spread by the bite of an infected mosquito. These mosquitoes get in-fected when they feed on infected birds. These mos-quitoes can spread it to hu-man or other animals.

Less commonly it can be transmitted by through blood transfusions, organ transplants, breastfeeding and even during pregnancy from mother to baby. It is

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The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals on Monday issued a significant vic-tory for the State of Texas. The ruling states the EPA acted arbitrarily and ca-priciously when it rejected the Texas Flexible Permit Program (FPP) “sixteen years tardy,” to quote the opinion. The court pre-mised its ruling on the finding that “the EPA based its disapproval on demands for language and program features of the EPA’s choosing, without basis in the Clean Air Act or its implementing regu-lations.”

As a result of EPA’s dis-approval, 120 flexible per-mit holders in Texas were wrongly mandated to “de-flex” under threat of feder-al and civil sanctions, and not a single environmen-tal benefit was gained. Not a single pound of emis-sions reductions resulted from the unjustly targeted facilities. Instead, those companies spent millions of dollars to “de-flex,” in what amounts to no more than a bureaucratic paper exercise.

The court righted EPA’s wrong, signifying that the principle of coopera-tive federalism, as envi-sioned and encouraged by the Federal Clean Air Act (CAA), is making a come-back and not a moment too soon. Congress under-stood that a “one-size fits all” approach would be a recipe for environmen-tal failure. Instead, states and local governments are charged to develop air pollution control and pre-

vention plans, based on standards set by EPA.

Congress envisioned a cooperative relationship between federal and state governments, whereby “if a SIP or a revised SIP meets the statutory crite-ria of the CAA, then the EPA must approve it.” This division of power is born out of the recognition that each state is unique and must have the ability to tailor local and statewide environmental plans ac-cordingly. The FPP was one such innovative plan that quantifiably reduced air pollution in Texas by bringing grandfathered facilities into the realm of permitting and granting Texas companies enforce-able, permitted flexibility in operating their minor source facilities.

The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals states, “It is clear that Congress had a specific vision when en-acting the Clean Air Act: The Federal and State gov-ernments were to work together, with assigned statutory duties and re-sponsibilities, to achieve better air quality.”

It is my sincere hope that Texas and the EPA will move forward with a renewed sense of respon-sibility to honor the con-gressional ideal of coop-erative federalism and the spirit of the CAA in order to promote our shared goal of improving the health and environment for Texans and all citizens of this great nation.

Shaw is Chairman, Tex-as Commission on Envi-ronmental Quality,


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meet at 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 23 at the Herman Sons Hall in Gonzales. For tickets, call George Ruse at 857-4060, George Fink at 857-6119, Gerald Black at 437-5772 or Bubba Ehrig at 832-5094.

Community BBQ Social

The Gonzales Community Barbecue Social is scheduled 10 a.m.-5 p.m. saturday. Aug. 25 at Lion’s Park in Gonzales. The event will feature old-fah-sioned family games, booths, and a community prayer walk as well as a free lunch and en-couraging music. Please bring your own chairs.

Odd Fellows RaffleGonzales Odd Fellows

Lodge #38, IOOF, 8th Annual Raffle. Drawing will be held Tuesday, September 4, 2012 at 6:30 p.m. at the Odd Fel-lows Building on 1405 Con-way St., Gonzales. Ticket pric-es are $20.00 each. 33 Prizes total. Grand Prize #1 is Ca-bela’s $1,000 Gift Card, Grand Prize #2 is Bay Fishing Trip, 3 person, bait included. Tickets available at: Caraway Ford-Mercury, Gonzales; Apache Express Care, Gonzales; Café on the Square, Gonzales, LeAnn Wolff CPA-PC, Gon-

zales, Odd Fellows Building, Gonzales, WB Farm & Ranch, Gonzales, Howard’s, Shiner, Ken’s Kar Parts, Shiner, Hunter Supply, Victoria or from any Odd Fellow Member.

Victoria MasterGardeners

Victoria County Master Gar-dener Association. Fall Plant Sale. Saturday, September 8, 2012, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. or until sold out. Veg Pavilion, 283 Bachelor Drive, Victoria Regional Airport across from tower. While you are there enjoy a stroll through the Victoria Educational Gardens. Don’t miss out on your chance to get some great plants at great prices! Flowers, Shrubs, Vegetables, Citrus, Orchids, Bulbs, Water Lilies, Seeds and more! Special Event. Gently used garden art and supplies for sale. Recycled Pots, Gar-den Art, Birdhouses, Hats and other stuff.

Oilman’sInvitational

The 48th Annual Luling Oil-man’s Invitational Golf Tour-nament is scheduled Aug. 25-26. The entry deadline is Aug. 24. Please call (830) 875-5114 for more information. Applications are available at the Luling Chamber of Com-merce.

GHS Freshman Orientation

The Faculty and Staff of Gonzales High School are pleased to welcome the class of 2016. Therefore, we invite all incoming freshmen and their parents to freshman orientation event at 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 16, celebrat-ing the beginning of their high school education. Topics covered will include: Sched-ules, Curricular Programs, Ex-tra-Curricular Activities, High School Requirements, Tour of the High School Facilities, Policies and Procedures.

A hot dog reception will be served under the awning after the informational meet-ing. We are eagerly anticipat-ing the beginning of the 2012 school year. We hope that you can join us in our efforts to aid you as you begin your high school career equipped with the knowledge and informa-tion necessary for success.

Master GardenersGonzales Master Garden-

ers. “Come Grow With Us.” Be-come a Master Gardener. New class starts September 11, 2012. Contact Alan Marek at 830-857-5820 or Texas AgriL-ife Extension Office at 830-672-8531. http://gonzales.agrilife.org.

N-S registrationElementary registration

will work differently this year in the Nixon-Smiley CISD. All elementary students enrolled during 2011-2012 will be en-rolled automatically in the 2012-2013 school year. There will be no summer registra-tion days for elementary as there are for middle school and high school.

Violence shelterThe Guadalupe Valley

Family Violence Shelter, Inc. (GVFVS) is a non-profit orga-nization providing services to both residents and non-residents that are victims of domestic violence and sexual assault in the counties of Gon-zales, Guadalupe, Karnes and Wilson.

GVFVS provides survivors with legal advocacy, case management, counseling, as-sistance with crime victims compensation and other ser-vices at no cost. For more in-formation, call 830-372-2780 or 1-800-834-2033.

SCV to meetThe Sons of Confederate Veterans, Texas Bonnie Blue Camp #869 and Col. Gustav-

Hoffmann Camp #1838 will be honoring the soldiers who fought in the War Between The States at the Harwood Cemetery, located at South 2nd Street in Harwood.

This memorial will be on Saturday, Oct. 13 at 2 p.m. All participants will be in period clothing. I need to hear from families who have Civil War soldiers buried there.

Both Confederate and Union will be honored.For more information, contact Linda Miller at 210-420-5461.

Delhi VFDThe Delhi Volunteer Fire Department is having their 3rd annual Gun Raffle and Chili

Supper on October 27th 2012. To purchase your ticket for a chance to win 9 different guns contact a Delhi Fire department member or call 830-263-1555. We hope you will join us at the Chili cook-off & supper from 4-6pm on October 27th.

Hospital AuxiliaryThe Auxiliary of Memorial Hospital will meet at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 28 in the hospital

dining room. The program will be presented by Tiffany McCauley of Norma’s House. There will also be

drawings for door prizes. Anyone interested in joining the Auxiliary is welcome to attend the meeting. Contact

Kathleen at 830-672-3740 if you have any questions.

Customer AppreciationEmployees of Lone Star Bank in Shiner and family members staged a barbecue cookout for customers dur-ing Customer Appreciation Day Aug. 10. Tending the cooker are, from left, Ralston Williams, Hanna Byer, Casie Zimmerman, Ashley Holub, Duane Drost, Daniel Beyer, Ervin Patek and Mark Zimmerman. (Photo by Dave Mundy)

Many area cities’ shares of sales tax re-funds slowed slightly this month, in part reflecting the start of the oil and gas drilling boom associ-ated with the Eagle Ford Shale.

Major drilling activ-ity began in June, 2011 and many area cities had been seeing increases of 50 percent or better over previous months, but the August disbursements announced Monday by State Comptroller Susan Combs were only slightly ahead of last year’s num-bers for the two cities which had seen the great-est impact — Cuero and Gonzales.

Cuero’s share of the August reimbursements, based on sales in June, was 212,035, an increase of only 1.23 percent. Gonzales will get an Au-gust check for $181,835, just 3 percent above last year’s numbers.

Sales-tax rebates were up in several other cit-ies in Lavaca County however. Shiner’s August check for $39,751 rep-resents a 57.41 percent over last year’s numbers, while Moulton will get a check for $14,619, up 30.81 percent over last year. Yoakum’s August check for $98,817 is nerly 19 percent ahead of last year’s figures, while Hal-lettsville saw a steady 2.8 percent increase and will get an August check for $97,806.

The biggest increase among area towns was re-ported by the city of Smi-

ley. Smiley’s August check for $4.603 is a whopping 258.97 percent ahead of last year’s numbers. Nix-on also continued healthy growth, with a $30,582 check representing a 51,27 percent increase.

Waelder’s August rev-enues were $2,254, a little mor ethan one percent above last year’s numbers.

Flatonia saw a modest 5.45 percent increase and will get an August check for $24,192. Luling also saw a modest increase and will get a check for $140,655, while Lockhart saw a slight decrease of 0.57 percent and will get a check for $187,116.

Combs announced that state sales tax revenue in July was $2.05 billion, up 10.1 percent compared to July 2011.

“Business spending in the oil and natural gas industry and other sec-tors continues to be ro-bust,” Combs said. “That spending, along with in-creases in consumer sec-tors such as retail trade, continues to boost sales tax collections. State sales tax revenue has now increased for 28 consecu-tive months.”

Combs will send Au-gust local sales tax allo-cations totaling $632.1 million to cities, coun-ties, transit systems and special purpose taxing districts. August sales tax allocations are up 4.2 percent compared to Au-gust 2011.

The sales tax figures represent monthly sales made in June as well as April, May and June sales by businesses that report tax quarterly.

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Swimming Pool donationFather Kirby Hlavaty, Neely Yackel, Patrick Hodges proudly display Shiner Catho-lic School’s swimming pool raffle tickets. Drawing to be held on September 30 with the grand prize consisting of a $25,000 Lone Star Fiberglass Pool installed by Green Acres Outdoors. Tickets are $35 or 3 for $100 and are available at Green Acres Nursery or from any Shiner Catholic School student. (Courtesy photo)

Elks support Education FoundationGISD Education Foundation would like to thank the Gonzales Elks Lodge for their gracious donation. These funds will be used to support the Gonzales ISD Education Foundation’s mission of partnering with the community to provide resources to enhance teaching, inspire learning, and maximize opportunities for all students in the Gonzales School District by providing funds for educational programs and activities which are not funded by the normal operating budget. On Oct. 15, the Gonzales ISD Education Foundation will be hosting an event to kick off their first ever fund drive. Those interested in supporting these efforts are encouraged to contact the Foundation at 830.672.9551 ext 1221. Pictured from left to right representing the GISD Education Foundation are: James Ryan, Dr. Kim Strozier, Jennifer Davis, Debbie Tieken and Erwin Ckodre; and represent-ing the Gonzales Elks Lodge are: Regina Porras, Donald Page and Juan Gaytan.(Courtesy photo)

On Tuesday, Aug. 21, dur-ing the regular noon meet-ing of the Come and Speak It! Toastmasters Club, local members will compete in a Tall Tales Contest for the op-portunity to go on to the next level of contests in Toastmas-ters International.

This is the first contest be-ing sponsored by the local club and it is the first step in a series of contests – which in-

clude club, area, division, and district – leading to the Inter-national Speech Contest.

Last year, 82 district semi-finalists competed during the four-day Toastmasters Inter-national Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada, at Bally’s Las Vegas Hotel and Casino. The winner of the final round was crowned the Toastmasters World Champion of Public Speaking.

“Each level of competition expands a participant’s abil-ity to articulate thoughts and

emotions and connect with the audience,” says Ann Al-exander, member of the local club and competitor in the upcoming contest in Gon-zales. “The best thing about this is the learning process provided by participation in Toastmasters, which makes successful speakers of people who are fearful of speaking or who just want to get better. Contests are just bonus ac-tivities available to members who are interested in chal-lenging their acquired skill

and they are fun.”Visitors are welcome to at-

tend the Aug. 21 meeting and contest, which will begin at noon and end by 1 p.m. in the Gonzales County Farm Bu-reau Community Room, lo-cated at 1731 Seydler Street in Gonzales. Bring your lunch and enjoy the fun!

Toastmasters International is a nonprofit educational or-ganization that teaches public speaking and leadership skills through a worldwide network of clubs. The organization cur-

rently has more than 260,000 members in approximately 12,500 clubs in 113 countries. Since its founding in 1924, the organization has helped more than 4 million men and wom-en give presentations with poise and confidence.

For more information about Toastmasters International visit www.toastmasters.org or contact Gerri Lawing, Vice President of Membership, at 830-857-1207 or G.K. Will-mann, President, at 830-857-1109.

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New businessset to openBarbara Friederich of Gonzales Main Street presents a $10,000 check to Richard Green as matching fund for reno-vations to a storefront at 501 St. James. Green is renovating the building to host a new business, National Lifestyle Cen-ters, a membership-only wholesale buyers’ club. (Photo by Dave Mundy)

Second-chance winnerDorothy Gossett, right, was the winner of this month’s Second Chance Texas Lottery drawing at the St. Joseph Food Mart. Making the presentation is Amir. (Photo by Debbie Toliver)

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H-E-B aiding GCAMGCAM would like to do a public “Thank You” to HEB for a their generosity. As the Executive director, I reached out to HEB for a bread donation, expecting a one time donation, but HEB being community friendly, donated almost everyday to GCAM since my request. Last week we needed bags to distribute food to our clients and HEB stepped up once again, and donated a box of plastic bags to GCAM. (Courtesy photo)

Have you seen Gonzales from the WOAI webcam on the Randle Rather Build-ing?

It is part of their 4-Zone Weathercast each evening and is set to provide a view of Confederate Square, the courthouse, onto Texas He-roes Square and can turn 360 degrees. We need to look ‘shined up and clean’ for the viewing audience. Thanks to them for helping show off our city. As a foot note, Albert Flores with WOAI has agreed to be our parade dignitary for Come and Take It.

Aug. 17-19 is the tax-free weekend and this will ap-ply to clothing, footwear, school supplies under $100 and back packs. You can save 8.25 percent with a purchase during that week-end.

The second neighbor-hood meeting will be held for District 4, served by Clarence Opiela, on Aug. 14 at 6 p.m. in the Gonzales Jr. High Cafeteria.

Indie’s Southern Style will hold a ribbon-cutting

on Aug. 21 at 5:15 p.m. to see the new women’s cloth-ing line. Liz Blackwell is the owner and it’s located at 219 St. Lawrence Street, in the Hoopla building. She’ll carry Wrangler jeans, ladies jewelry and clothing.

The chamber will start the 2012-13 year off for teachers with a coffee held from 8 to 9 a.m. on Mon-day, Aug. 20 in the Jr. High School cafeteria.

The Executive and Fi-nance Committee will meet on Wednesday.

South Texas Tour Team Roping is set for the J. B. Wells Park on Thursday, while Gonzales Play Day Association will be there on Friday and Saturday.

Gonzales Livestock Market Report

The Gonzales Livestock Mar-ket Report for Saturday, Au-gust 11, 2012 had on hand: 699 cattle.

Compared to our last sale: Calves and yearlings sold steady. Packer cows sold steady.

Stocker-feeder steers: Medi-um and large frame No. 1: 150-300 lbs., $210-$280; 300-400 lbs, $185-$197.50; 400-500 lbs, $149-$175; 500-600 lbs, $132-$144; 600-700 lbs., $123-$131; 700-800 lbs, $118-$124.

Bull yearlings: 700-900 lbs, $91-$113.

Stocker-feeder heifers: Medi-um and large frame No. 1: 150-300 lbs, $175-$225; 300-400 lbs, $148-$169; 400-500 lbs, $139-$147; 500-600 lbs., $122-$138; 600-700 lbs., $116-$118.

Packers cows: Good lean util-ity and commercial, $74-$79; Cutters, $77-$84.50; Canners, $58-$68; Low yielding fat cows, $64-$71.

Packer bulls: Yield grade 1 & 2, good heavy bulls; $93-$102.50; light weights and me-dium quality bulls, $83-$89.

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Nixon Livestock Commission Report

The Nixon Livestock Com-mission Inc. report had on hand, August 13, 2012, Volume, 804.

Steers: 200-300 lbs, $188 to $198 to $220; 300-400 lbs., $164 to $174 to $213; 400-500 lbs, $147 to $157 to $181; 500-600 lbs, $129 to $139 to $155; 600-700 lbs, $119 to $129 to $146; 700-800 lbs, $112 to $122 to $129.

Heifers: 200-300 lbs, $161 to $171 to $183; 300-400 lbs, $144 to $154 to $200; 400-500 lbs, $133 to $143 to $178; 500-600 lbs, $119 to $129 to $178; 600-700 lbs, $111 to $121 to $138; 700-800 lbs, $114 to $115 to $116.

Slaughter cows: $56 to $87; Slaughter bulls: $91 to $104; Stocker cows: $730 to $1,300; Pairs, $1,400.

Notices: We will be closed on September 3, 2012 for Labor Day.

Hallettsville LivestockCommission Report

The Hallettsville Livestock Commission Co., Inc. had on hand on August 7, 2012, 1,109; Week ago, 982; Year ago, 3,543.

Better quality classes of calves and yearlings sold steady to $2 to $3 higher on the heavier weights and $ to $8 higher on classes 500 lbs and down. Demand contin-

ues good in all areas.Packer cows and bulls sold $1

to $2 higher on approx.. 180 hd. Total.

Packer Cows: higher dressing utility & cutter cows, $75-$87; lower dressing utility & cutter cows, $63-$75; light weight can-ner cows, $53-$63.

Packer Bulls: heavyweight bulls, $97-$103.50; utility & cut-ter bulls, $88-$97; lightweight canner bulls, $78-$88.

Stocker and Feeder Calves and Yearlings: Steer & Bull Calves: under 200; None; 200-300 lbs, $188-$220; 300-400 lbs, $178-$212.50; 400-500 lbs, $145-$187.50; 500-600lbs, $128-$158; 600-700 lbs, $120-$139; 700-800 lbs, $113-$128. Heifer Calves: under 200 lbs, None; 200-300 lbs, $160-$212; 300-400 lbs, $148-$181; 400-500 lbs, $132-$167; 500-600 lbs, $124-$148; 600-700 lbs, $115-$128; 700-800 lbs, $105-$118.

Stocker Cows: Good Stocker Cows and Heifers, $1,000-$1,325; Medium Stocker Cows and Heifers, $775-$1,000; Good Cow and Calf Pairs, $1,275-$1,525; Medium Cow and Calf Pairs, $1,025-$1,275.

If we can help with marketing your livestock, please call 361-798-4336.

Cuero Livestock Market Report

Cuero Livestock Market Re-port on August 10, 2012, had 1,030 head.

Had 71 cows and 12 bulls. There were not many cows and bulls on hand. The market was essentially the same as last week’s better market.

The calf market was steady with last week’s market. Market was solid throughout all classes of calves as it was not any stron-ger or weaker than last week. Very few calves weighing under 300 pounds. Some may be a couple of dollars cheaper but still pretty solid market.

Packer Bulls: Hvy. Wts., $85-$105; lower grades, $80-$88.

Packer cows: breakers, $65-$73.50; boning, $68-$78.50; can-ners & cutters, $68-$86; light & weak, $40-$70.

Palpated dry Cows (4 head): $72-$81.

Pairs: None.Steer and bull calves: under

200 lbs, none; 200-250 lbs. $181-$222; 250-300 lbs, $182-$220.50; 300-350 lbs, $172-$196; 350-400 lbs, $161-$193.50; 400-450 lbs, $151-$173; 450-500 lbs, $140-$163; 500-600 lbs, $132-$148; 600-700 lbs, $126-$138; 700-800 lbs, $121-$127.

Over 700 lbs. bulls, $108-$118.

Heifer Calves: under 200 lbs, $239-$265; 200-250 lbs, $151-$188; 250-300 lbs, $161-$173; 300-350 lbs, $159-$170; 350-400 lbs, $143-$171; 400-450 lbs, $135-$147; 450-500 lbs, $133-$166; 500-600 lbs, $126-$150; 600-700 lbs., $117-$141.50; over 700 lbs, $115-$117.


Recent well location reports from the Texas Railroad Commission

DeWitt County

API No.: 42-123-32833Classification: Fld. Dev. and Hori-

zontalOperator: Marathon Oil EF LLCLease Name: HendersonWell No.: 4HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-2)Total Depth: 18,200 feetDirection and Miles: 5.9 miles south

of WesthoffSurvey Name: J.S. Stump, A-430Acres: 787.12






of WesthoffSurvey Name: J.S. Stump, A-430

Acres: 787.12





zontalOperator: Marathon Oil EF LLCLease Name: Leske Lott UnitWell No.: 4HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-2)Total Depth: 18,200 feetDirection and Miles: 4.5 miles south-

east of WesthoffSurvey Name: S. Pharrass, A-377Acres: 512.50


zontalOperator: Burlington Resources O

and G Co. LPLease Name: Gunn Unit AWell No.: 1Field Name: DeWitt (Eagle Ford

Shale)Total Depth: 17,000 feetDirection and Miles: 11.2 miles

northeast of WesthoffSurvey Name: D. Davis, A-12Acres: 360

API No.: 42-123-32842

Classification: Fld. Dev. and Hori-zontal

Operator: Burlington Resources O and G Co. LP

Lease Name: Weigelt Unit AWell No.: 1Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-2)Total Depth: 17,000 feetDirection and Miles: 10.6 miles west

of YorktownSurvey Name: D. Davis, A-12Acres: 139.36


zontalOperator: Petrohawk Operating

CompanyLease Name: Sonny Seifert AWell No.: 2HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-2)Total Depth: 14,000 feetDirection and Miles: 9.27 miles

northwest of YorktownSurvey Name: W.W. Hunter, A-224Acres: 397.70


zontalOperator: Petrohawk Operating

CompanyLease Name: Sonny Seifert AWell No.: 1HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-2)Total Depth: 14,000 feetDirection and Miles: 9.27 miles

northwest of YorktownSurvey Name: W.W. Hunter, A-224Acres: 397.70


zontal

Operator: Burlington Resources O and G Co. LP

Lease Name: Saunders Unit AWell No.: 2Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-2)Total Depth: 17,000 feetDirection and Miles: 7.6 miles north-

west of YorktownSurvey Name: I RR Co, Section 41,

A-258Acres: 698.06

Gonzales County


zontalOperator: EOG Resources Inc.Lease Name: Martin UnitWell No.: 1HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1)Total Depth: 12,000 feetDirection and Miles: 2.7 miles north-

east of GlazeSurvey Name: D. Gray, A-517Acres: 520.29


zontalOperator: EOG Resources Inc.Lease Name: Annie UnitWell No.: 11HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1)Total Depth: 12,000 feetDirection and Miles: 2.9 miles north-

east of GlazeSurvey Name: D. Gray, A-517Acres: 387.54


zontalOperator: EOG Resources Inc.Lease Name: Whyburn UnitWell No.: 8HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-

1)Total Depth: 12,000 feetDirection and Miles: 8.5 miles

southeast of CostSurvey Name: S.H. Gates, A-228Acres: 1,122.77


zontalOperator: EOG Resources Inc.Lease Name: Hilbrich UnitWell No.: 2HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-

1)Total Depth: 12,800 feetDirection and Miles: 1 mile south of

SampleSurvey Name: J.L. Wood, A-473Acres: 640


zontalOperator: EOG Resources Inc.Lease Name: Henkhaus UnitWell No.: 8HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-


southeast of CostSurvey Name: D. Davis, A-11Acres: 898.66


zontalOperator: Forest Oil Corp.Lease Name: Moos-CookWell No.: 1HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-


southeast of SmileySurvey Name: I. Roberts, A-399Acres: 835.04


zontalOperator: Forest Oil Corp.Lease Name: Lester-RicochetWell No.: 1HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-


northeast of GonzalesSurvey Name: A.M. Grenage, A-222Acres: 921.68


zontalOperator: Marathon Oil EF LLCLease Name: Barnhart (EF) AWell No.: 2HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-


south of GonzalesSurvey Name: A.W. Hill, A-247Acres: 210.36


zontalOperator: Marathon Oil EF LLCLease Name: Barnhart (EF) AWell No.: 1HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-


south of GonzalesSurvey Name: A.W. Hill, A-247Acres: 210.36

Lavaca County


zontalOperator: Eagle Ford Hunter Re-

sources Inc.Lease Name: BerthaWell No.: 1HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-

2)Total Depth: 12,500 feetDirection and Miles: 0.9 miles west

of MoultonSurvey Name: W. Chase, A-9Acres: 413.22


zontalOperator: NFR Energy LLCLease Name: Targac UnitWell No.: 1HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-


southeast of MoultonSurvey Name: W. Taylor, A-55Acres: 691.02

Recent oil and gas completions according to reports from the Texas Railroad Commission

DeWitt County


zontalOperator: Burlington Resources O

and G Co. LPLease Name: Wild Unit AWell No.: 1Field Name: DeWitt (Eagle Ford

Shale)Survey Name: J. Wait, A-490Direction and Miles: 7.6 miles

northwest of CueroOil: 648MCF: 4,343Choke Size: 14/64 of an inchTubing Pressure: 6,738Shut In Well Pressure: 7,808Total Depth: 18,400 feetPerforations: 14,073-18,192 feet


zontalOperator: Geosouthern Energy

Corp.Lease Name: Fisher CWell No.: 1HField Name: DeWitt (Eagle Ford

Shale)Survey Name: J. Donoho, A-143Direction and Miles: 6.29 miles

southwest of WesthoffOil: 336MCF: 2,216Choke Size: 10/64 of an inchTubing Pressure: 6,540Shut In Well Pressure: 7,000

Total Depth: 18,195 feetPlug Back Depth: 18,047 feetPerforations: 15,814-18,027 feet


zontalOperator: Geosouthern Energy

Corp.Lease Name: D. Boothe AWell No.: 1HField Name: DeWitt (Eagle Ford

Shale)Survey Name: J. Swindel, A-416Direction and Miles: 6.7 miles south-

west of YoakumOil: 240MCF: 2,196Choke Size: 10/64 of an inchTubing Pressure: 6,550Shut In Well Pressure: 6,651Total Depth: 18,980 feetPlug Back Depth: 18,911 feetPerforations: 13,702-18,901 feet


zontalOperator: Marathon Oil EF LLCLease Name: Ann Friar ThomasWell No.: 1HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford)Survey Name: J. McCoy Jr. A-30Direction and Miles: 8.98 miles

southeast of YoakumOil: 524MCF: 2,811Choke Size: 12/64 of an inchFlowing: YesTubing Pressure: 6,500Shut In Well Pressure:Total Depth: 18,790 feetPerforations: 13,327-18,702 feet


zontalOperator: Marathon Oil EF LLCLease Name: HendersonWell No.: 1HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-

2)Survey Name: J.S. Stump, A-430Direction and Miles: 6 miles south

of WesthoffOil: 233MCF: 4,174Choke Size: 14/64 of an inchFlowing: YesTubing Pressure: 8,600Total Depth: 17,928 feetPerforations: 13,812-17,827 feet


zontalOperator: Talisman Energy USA Inc.Lease Name: Blackwell Gas Unit 2Well No.: C 1HField Name: Sugarkane (Eagle Ford)Survey Name: W. Quinn, A-394Direction and Miles: 3.16 miles

northwest of NordheimOil: 424.4MCF: 3,612Choke Size: 12/64 of an inchTubing Pressure: 7,346Shut In Well Pressure: 7,810Total Depth: 19,965 feetPerforations: 13,753-19,844 feet

Gonzales County


zontalOperator: EOG Resources Inc.Lease Name: CulpepperWell No.: 2HField Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-

1)Survey Name: Peter Winn, A-464Direction and Miles: 1.5 miles east

of SmileyOil: 690MCF: 239Choke Size: 26/64 of an inchFlowing: YesTubing Pressure: 600Total Depth: 14,037 feetPlug Back Depth: 14,005 feetPerforations: 9,186-13,825 feet


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Gonzales County Court-house Deeds

July 1-31Goss, Richard Fleming and

Goss, Shirley to Goss, James Leroy, w/d, Und. In. 4.4 AC Pt. of 572 AC G DeWitt #5.

Goss, James Leroy and Goss, Shirley to Goss, Richard Fleming, w/d, Und. In 2.54 Ac W Turner A-77.

Moughon, Lafon J. to Colle, Michelle W., w/d, Und. 2.0 AC Out of 12.4 J H Ryan A-409 & J Murphy A-349.

Logan, James D. and Logan, Nancy G. to Wurz, Jan, w/d, Pt. Lt. 13, King’s 9th Addn, Gonzales.

Kleef, Mark Van to Kilpat-rick, Gerald W., w/d, Undiv. Int. in 2.68 Acres (Pt. Lts. 11-12, RG 8) Outer Town Gon-zales.

King, Deanna to EOG Re-sources, Inc., o/l, 165.05 Acres, Wilson Simpson Svy, A-426.

King, Deanna to EOG Re-sources, Inc., o/l, 50.00 Acres, Joseph Dillard Svy, A-177.

King, Monet to EOG Re-sources, Inc., o/l, 165.05 Acres, Wilson Simpson Svy, A-426.

King, Monet to EOG Re-sources, Inc., o/l, 50.00 Acres, Joseph Dillard Svy, A-177.

King, Bobbie Jo to EOG Re-sources, Inc., o/l, 50.00 Acres, Joseph Dillard Svy, A-177.

King, Bobbie Jo to EOG Resources, Inc., o/l, 165.05 Acres, Wilson Simpson Svy, A-426.

McWherter, Joseph Fran-

ces and McWherter, Becky to Bozka, George, w/d, 100.00 Acres, B D McClure Svy, A-41.

Schneider, Kermit E. to Schneider, Melissa G., w/d, 40.003 Acres, Lyman Pease Svy, A-378.

Walshak, Michael D. to Walshak, Michael G., w/d, Undiv. Int. 115.60 Acres, Rob-ert M. Green Svy, A-227.

Dawson, Bradford and Dawson, Eva to Gonzales, Mark Anthony, w/d, Lt. 9, Blk. 36, Nixon.

Jackson, Rafe and Jackson, Pam to Haynes, Gary and Haynes, Kim, w/d, 1.14 Acres (Pt. Lts 1 & 4, Blk. 15, RGS 1-2) Orig. Outer Town Gon-zales.

DuBose Trust, JL, JL Du-Bose Trust, DuBose, James L. (Trustee) and DuBose, Dar-lene M. (Trustee), to Gacia-Siller, Gustavo (Archbishop), w/d, 13.583 Acres, Town of Gonzales Svy, A-25.

HEB Grocery Company to WWW Rural Development, LLC, w/d, 13.352 Acres (Pt. Lts. 10-11, RG 3) Orig. Outer Town Gonzales.

August 1-31Mercier, William W. and

Mercier, Betty J. to Forest Oil Corporation, o/l, 48.912 Acres, Robert S. Armstead Svy, A-87.

Arnold, Harold to Jones, Gary, w/d, 11.161 Acres, Green DeWitt Svy, A-16.

Hausmann, Ruth Mada (Trustee), Hausman Trust,

Walter and Hausman Trust, Ruth to Lutz, Dwayne and Lutz, Cheryl Lee, w/d, Lt. 8, Blk. 17, Nixon.

Johnson, Frank to Mar-bach, Lawrence and Marbach, Pamela G., w/d, 30.07 Acres, Daniel Brown Svy, A-103.

Wood, Mary A. to JZ Re-alty Ltd, w/d, 10.00 Acres, Eli Mitchell Svy, A-337.

Marriage LicenseJuarez-Zapatero, Jose and

Sabedra, Katrina.Galvan-Garcia, Meliton and

Tovar, Lorena.Castro, Michael D. and Pul-

lin, Pamela.Perez, Jesus Jimenez and

Ramirez, Sonia Veronica.Gibson, Devin T. and Haley,

Alexis J.Assumed NamesDomalakes, David A. and

Najas, Erick – Oil Runners, Houston.

Fussner, Betty Lavay – Gon-zales Community BBQ Social (GCBS), Gonzales.

Castillo, Jorge – 183 Bar Grill Restaurant, Gonzales.

Demericas, Janie – Texas Small Business Association, Roundrock.

Oatman, Roy – Double F Farm, Cibolo.

Gomez, Domingo – Ameri-can Legion Hall, Gonzales.

Davis, Taylor – First Shot Sawmill, Gonzales.

Quartey, James – Light A Village.

AUSTIN — Two of Texas’ top officials this week lauded the de-cision by the U.S. Court of Ap-peals for the Fifth Circuit reject-ing the Environmental Protection Agency’s disapproval of Texas’ Flex Permits Program.

“This ruling is a victory for Texas jobs and confirms what we’ve said from the start – that the EPA’s actions were baseless and nothing more than a federal power grab by an administra-tion that is desperate to extend its control over businesses, with no regard for the consequences of their actions,” Texas Attorney General Greg Abbott said in a prepared statement.

“The Court rightfully rejected EPA’s attempt to hijack Texas’ air permitting program — a pro-gram that was created over 16

years ago by Governor Ann Rich-ards. The decision also chided the EPA for attempting to force its own draconian policies on Texas, noting that federal law requires EPA to work cooperatively with the States.”

Gov. Rick Perry today released a statement on the decision:

“This decision is a big win for jobs and a big win for Texas. Our state has demonstrated you can cultivate jobs while cleaning the air, and this finding affirms that states have the right to develop permitting processes that balance the priorities of protecting the environment and allowing our industries to thrive.

“It’s unfortunate we had to go to such extremes to fight back against this troubling trend of overreach and reckless political activism by the Obama Adminis-tration that shows no regard for the impact on jobs or our econo-

my,” Perry added.In its 23-page opinion, the

Court explained that the EPA im-properly rejected Texas’ Flex Per-mits Program more than 16 years after the agency’s statutory dead-line, and that the EPA’s actions had no basis in law. The Court noted that the EPA did not disap-prove of Texas’ Flex Permits Pro-gram when it was first proposed in 1994, or the subsequent five times the program was amended by the state in 1998, 2000, 2001, 2002, and 2003.

The Court also criticized the EPA for ignoring the central role states play in implementing and running air permitting programs, as established by the federal Clean Air Act, which gives the EPA responsibility for identifying pollutants and setting national standards, while the states are empowered to create their own unique air permitting programs

that ensure compliance with these federal standards.

Excerpts from the Court’s opinion:

“...the EPA based its disap-proval on demands for language and program features of the EPA’s choosing, without basis in the Clean Air Act or its implement-ing regulations.”

“Because the administrative record reflects that the EPA’s re-jection is based, in essence, on the Agency’s preference for a dif-ferent drafting style, instead of the standards Congress provided in the CAA, the EPA’s decision disturbs the cooperative feder-alism that the CAA envisions. A state’s ‘broad responsibility regarding the means’ to achieve better air quality would be hol-low indeed if the state were not even responsible for its own sen-tence structure.”

“...the EPA’s insistence on some

undefined limit on a director’s discretion is, like the Agency’s insistence on a particular draft-ing style, based on a standard that the CAA does not empower the EPA to enforce.”

“...we cannot conclude under these circumstances that the EPA made a reasoned decision.”

“We find that the EPA’s ac-tion...is inconsistent with the principles of cooperative feder-alism that are an essential part of the CAA.”

“It is clear that Congress had a specific vision when enacting the Clean Air Act: The Federal and State governments were to work together, with assigned statutory duties and responsibil-ities, to achieve better air quality. The EPA’s final rule disapproving Texas’s Flexible Permit Program transgresses the CAA’s delineat-ed boundaries of this coopera-tive relationship.”


Obituaries

Florine Wade Marrou,

1921-2012

MARROUFlorine Wade Marrou,

91, went home to her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, Au-gust 7. Florine was born July 19, 1921 in Gonzales County to David and Exie Simmons Wade. She at-tended school in Cost be-fore transferring to Gonza-les High School, where she graduated. Florine married Jean (Johnnie) Philip Mar-rou, Jr. on May 22, 1940 in Cost.

She worked along side her husband at Marrou Brothers and later at Jean Marrou Seed Store and Marrou Pest Control as the company’s bookkeeper. Af-ter her husband’s passing she went to work for Sey-dler-Hill Funeral Home, where she held many posi-tions as receptionist, funer-al service assistant, answer-ing the business phones in the evenings and on week-ends, and so much more all with the grace, profession-alism and compassionate manner that made her an invaluable asset to the fu-neral home and the fami-lies she served.

Although physical dis-abilities required her to relinquish her position at Seydler-Hill Funeral Home after over 20 years of dedi-cated service, she never gave up hope of returning to work. Certainly the staff at Seydler-Hill, loving her always, never gave up hope of Florine Marrou return-ing to our funeral service family either. We shall miss her tremendously, but use her example of faith, love

and compassionate service to others in our ministry to help those who have lost someone dear to them.

Florine was a life long member of the First Bap-tist Church; she had taught Sunday school class for many years to young people of the church and further served her church by working Vacation Bible School for many years as well. She was a woman confident in her faith, living the Lord’s word by example. She and her husband, Johnnie, were unable to have children; through adoption she was able to fulfill an inherent part of her spirit as a lov-ing mother to three won-derful children.

She filled their home with love for their chil-dren as if God had always intended these children to belong to Florine and Johnnie. They had adopt-ed one child, John David Marrou, known to have had cerebral palsy, and she dedicated herself to caring for his every need, no matter how physically and emotionally taxing it was to care for a child with cerebral palsy, her faith, love and will saw that her son received the profes-sional care, attention and love needed to make him as comfortable as possible.

John David finally suc-cumbed to this illness on Nov. 28, 1953, and Florine, with her abiding faith, worked through the tasks of loss and held her family together as she always did, with faith, compassion, understanding and love.

Florine Marrou had been blessed with six grandchildren; she was now not just mom, but “Nannie.” No grandmoth-er ever loved her grand-children more, “no” was just not in her vocabulary, parental correction of her grandchildren had to be accounted for in the ab-sence of their grandmoth-er and the Dairy Queen was just always the place

to treat such wonderful grandchildren. Whether one grandchild was fussy at home and just needed to sleep at Nannie’s or anoth-er sharing her lunch hour with Nannie watching soap operas, Nannie was always there to meet their needs. She showered them with love, and delighted in sharing the musical talents of the “Lawrence Welk Show” and the “Billy Gra-ham” television ministry.

On occasion the a grandchild was ask to cut a “switch” from a bush outside, but it was always placed on the refrigerator in a very visible location to be used as a reminder to be good and was never used for harm. Seldom was there a conversation outside the home where Florine didn’t express her pride in her grandchildren. Needless to say, they adored their Nan-nie with all the fervor they could muster.

She was further blessed with 10 great-grandchil-dren and her love and pride for these children flour-ished with the same pas-sion and love as she held for those that preceded them.

Florine Wade Marrou is survived by her loving daughter and son-in-law, Pamela Jean and Tom E. Lester of Gonzales; daugh-ter-in-law, Valerie King Marrou of New Braunfels; grandchildren, Tom Lester, Jr., (Tammy), Sarah Miller, (Mike), Rebekah Morgan, (Bobby), Daniel Lester, (Tiffany), and the twins Megan and Kenny Mar-rou; great-grandchildren, Trey Lester, J.T. Miller, Tori Lester, Wade Miller, Sadie Morgan, Grace Morgan, Faith Lester, Tara Lester, Joelee Lester and Will Miller. In addition to the loss of her son John Da-vid Marrou, she had been challenged with the un-timely loss of her husband on October 18, 1984 and again later in her years faced a tremendous loss of another son Robert Mar-rou on October 26, 2007. Though always faithful and resilient, this loss lessened her will to persevere and she welcomed the oppor-tunity to see her loved ones in Heaven. She had further been preceded in death by her parents and her sister Helen Wiley.

Funeral services were held on Thursday, August 9 in the First Baptist Church with Pastor Andy Smith of the First United Meth-odist Church officiating. Interment followed in the I.O.O.F. Cemetery.

Pallbearers were Tom Lester, Jr., Mike Miller, Daniel Lester, Bobby Mor-gan, Carroll David Wiley, and Jimmy Lynn Wiley. Honorary Pallbearers: El-

gin Heinemeyer, Thomas Gomez, Bob Hermes, Ken-ny Marrou, Jim Connally and Tim Markham.

Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church, the First United Methodist Church, Odyssey Hospice, the Gonzales Education Foundation or the charity of one’s choice. Seydler-Hill Funeral Home is respect-fully caring for and direct-ing the services of one of their own, Florine Marrou, who leaves a legacy a faith-ful dedication and service to those in need.

Ross Donathan Gray,

1981-2012

GRAYRoss Donathan Gray, 30,

passed away Thursday, Au-gust 9. Ross was born Sep-tember 4, 1981 in Seguin to Jay and Donna Gray. Ross had been raised within the Episcopal faith and gradu-ated from Gonzales High School with the class of 2000.

Ross had worked in con-struction most of his life, building fences for farm and ranch use along with elegant fences and entry ways for luxurious estates. Ross was a very strong-willed individual; he was a leader and perfectionist and led his crews of work-ers by example.

He was a proud man, always on the move moti-vated by an inherent zest for life. He wanted to try everything and try every-thing as fast as he could. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and just about everything that had to do with being outdoors.

As a young man Ross was an excellent athlete, he thrived on competition. He enjoyed playing foot-ball, baseball and running track in high school. Ross inspired his little brother Josh to excel in sports as well; Ross encouraged Josh to tag along with him and his friends as they played pick-up games of various sports to pass the time.

Ross’s greatest pleasure in life was his daughter Regan. His love for his daughter was uncondition-al and of all the gifts God had bestowed upon Ross, his daughter’s love was the most precious gift of all. Certainly Ross wanted to hand his daughter the world wrapped in silver and lace, but he knew the greatest of all things was love and his love for his daughter will forever be faithful and cherished to

the end of time and back again.

Ross Donathan Gray is survived by his loving daughter, Regan Danielle Gray of Gonzales; his par-ents, Donna and Jay Gray of Gonzales; his brother and sister-in-law, Josh and Jolie Gray of Seguin; grandparents, Dorothy Smith of Leesville, Perry Smith of Shiner, Inez Gray of Gonzales; his nephew, Hays Gray of Seguin and numerous aunts uncles and cousins. Ross was preceded in death by his grandfather, J.D. Gray, Sr.

A memorial service was held on Saturday, Au-gust 11 in the First United Methodist Church with Pastor Andy Smith offici-ating. Honorary pallbear-ers included Hector San-chez, Dustin Carter, Brock Stewart, Brady Stewart and Chance Freeman. Memori-als may be made to Leuke-mia & Lymphoma Society, P.O. Box 9031, Pittsfield, MA, 01202-9031 or the charity of one’s choice.

Services are under the care and direction of Sey-dler-Hill Funeral Home.

Marilyn Pierpont,

1938-2012

PIERPONTMarilyn Eileen Pierpont,

74 of Gonzales, passed away Monday, August 13. She was born February 25, 1938 in Gonzales County the daughter of William D. and Eva Lorene Bennett Pierpont.

She was a graduate of Gonzales High School and a graduate of South-west Texas State Teachers College. She obtained her Bachelors Degree in Edu-cation and later her Mas-ters Degree in Mathemat-ics. She returned to then Texas State University and earned a Masters Degree in Education.

She taught with the Gon-zales Independent School District for 31 years and the Westhoff School Dis-trict for two years. She loved teaching Geometry and taught Math and Phys-ics as well. She had served at one time as the head of the Math Department in Gonzales.

She was a devoted mem-ber of the First Baptist Church in Gonzales. She was a longtime member of the Retired Teachers As-sociation. After her retire-ment, she enjoyed paint-ing, sewing and was known as quite the gardener and grew flowers and vegeta-bles.

She is survived by her

daughters, Debra Lynn Dragon and her husband Peter of Karnes City, Deane Leigh Novosad of Shiner and Charlotte Jo Knesek and husband Kevin of Gonzales; sister, Ruby Ann Flores and husband Ruben of Houston; and her grand-children, Brandon, Garrett, Jacob and Justin Dragon, Hannah and Gracey No-vosad and Kolten, Kamer-on and Maurin Knesek.

She was preceded in death by her parents and her daughter, Donna An-nette Parsley.

Visitation will be held from 6 until 8 p.m. Thurs-day, August 16 at Seydler-Hill Funeral Home. Fu-neral services will be 10 a.m. Friday, August 17 at the First Baptist Church in Gonzales with Dr. Larry Parsley and Dr. Chris Ir-ving officiating. Burial will follow at the Wrightsboro Cemetery.

Pallbearers include Brad Burchard, Robert Bennett, Monte Jauer, Clay Pars-ley, Roger Singleton, Mark Singleton, Mike Singleton, Trey Hermann and Mark Flores. Memorials may be made to the First Bap-tist Church, the American Heart Association or the American Diabetes Asso-ciation.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Seydler-Hill Funeral Home 906 St. Paul, Gonzales, TX 830-672-3232.

CARMONAFrancisco Carmona was

born on September 23, 1935 in Castanos Coahuila, Mex-ico to the late Mr. Placido Carmona and Felipa Vega. He later married Leonor Juarez. Francisco passed away August 13, 2012 in Gonzales, TX. Francisco was a great husband and loving father who will be greatly missed by all. He is preceded in death by his parents and brother Amado Carmona. Francisco is survived by his children: four Daugh-ters: Herminia Carmona, Luz Maria Carmona, Josefa Carmona, Felipa Carmona; Eight Sons: Armando Car-mona, Eduardo Carmona, Alberto Carmona, Efrain Carmona, Franciscio De Jesus Carmona, Sergio Car-mona, Jose Manuel Car-mona, Israel Carmona; Four Sisters: Herminia Carmona, Olga Carmona, Ofilia Car-mona, Elia Carmona; Four Brothers: Miguel Carmona, Abran Carmona, Placido Carmona, Ignacio Carmo-na. Thirty-six grand children and fourty-one great-grand-children.

Visitation held on Wednes-day, August 15, 2012 from 11-9 pm held at the Buffing-ton Funeral Home Chapel in Gonzales, TX. Funeral Ser-vices are for Thursday, Au-gust 16, 2012 at 10:00am held at Buffington Funeral Home Chapel interment followed at the Gonzales Memorial Park Cemetery in Gonzales, TX with Pastor Jose Aguilar offi-ciating. Arrangements made by Buffington Funeral Home, 424 St. Peter Gonzales, TX 78629; 830-672-3322.

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Noon Lion of the YearCongratulations to Felipe Leon, who was named Lion of the Year for 2011 - 2012 of the Gonzales Noon Lions. “In recognition for outstanding performance of leadership and dedication as we serve our community.” (Courtesy photo)

Gonzales head cross country coach Cully Doyle believes in running.

He thinks coaches have to create the work-out based on the abilities, strengths, tendencies and weaknesses of the individ-ual runner.

Doyle said he learned this system of cross coun-try coaching from his high school coach, Greg Harbour, and the system utilized by the Baylor Uni-versity cross country team.

“I base my strategy on the system at Baylor Uni-versity. The type of mileage they put in, the individual-ism because every kid is different,” Doyle said. “I also like to mimic what Baylor does for each runs such as tempo and inter-val, just all of their types of workouts.”

“That is what Coach Harbour did when he coached me and that is how I am going to coach Gonzales.”

Doyle said he still uses a lot of Harbour’s phi-losophies in his coaching today.

Doyle hails from Medi-na, where he graduated in 1998. He ran cross country

under Harbour, who was a runner at Baylor in his col-lege years.

“Our boys teams went to state four years in a row,” Doyle said.

In 1996, Doyle was the individual state champion in Class 1A and the team was second place in the meet. The following year, Doyle and the Bobcats won the 1A state team title.

After graduation, Doyle headed to Sam Houston State University where he ran cross country and competed in track in the 1,500-, 3,000- and 800-meter runs. After the 2000-01 school year, Doyle transferred to Angelo State University.

“I transferred to ASU to join my brother but I am

still a Bearkat at heart,” he said. “My Sam Houston State years are important to me.”

He played on the Rams men’s basketball team for one semester and also ran some for the cross country coach at the time, James Reid. Doyle did not com-pete in athletics during his last year.

Doyle graduated from ASU in 2003 with a degree in Kinesiology and minor in Special Education.

His first teaching and coaching job was in Bur-net for the 2003-04 school year where he was mainly a junior high coach. In 2004, Doyle took a posi-tion at Medina Valley High School where he was an as-sistant cross country coach for the high school and coached junior high track.

During the summer, Doyle and his wife were the directors of the track program.

After the 2008-09 school year, he relocated to Hutto where he was head cross country and head girls track coach until leaving for Gonzales following the 2011-12 school year.

Word-of-mouth is how Doyle found about the opening in Gonzales.

Not a lot of college bas-ketball programs are look-ing to recruit small shoot-ing guards.

That is why Gonzales boys head basketball coach Raymond Lopez concluded his career on the hardwood after graduation from high school and later stood on the edge of the court as both an assistant and head coach.

“Basketball was, is and will always be my first love,” Lopez said. “I wanted to play after high school, but colleges at the time were not looking for 5-8 guards.”

While in college, he kept up with the career of his younger brother, Marty, who played at Bryan High School from 1982-1984. Seeing his brother play drew Lopez to the game and he decided to stay in-volved in basketball by starting a 21-year-and-counting coaching career.

Lopez graduated from Bryan High School in 1979 and attended nearby Texas A&M University. He graduated in 1985 with a Degree in Kinesology and minored in Spanish, Health and Special Education. While at TAMU, Lopez

also did graduate work in strength and conditioning, and was a personal trainer for several years.

In 1990, Lopez entered the coaching world as he worked as an assistant bas-ketball and football coach at Donna High School in the Rio Grande Valley.

In 1997, Lopez returned to Bryan to care for his ill parents and he took an as-sistant boys basketball po-sition at his alma matter, working under head coach at the time, Tim Martin, who currently is the head coach at Alief Elsik High School near Houston.

“I learned a lot from him,” Lopez said. “I owe him a lot.”

Lopez coached alongside Martin in the 2001 Class

5A state title game against Sugar Land Willowridge. Bryan came out on the los-ing end, 65-58, after play-ing a team that had four future National Basketball Association (NBA) players on the roster.

Lopez said the experi-ence he got coaching in that game helped propel him to his first-ever head basket-ball position.

Lopez went to Hearne High School in 2001 to take over the boys basket-ball program. He went 63-7 in two seasons, winning a pair of district titles and advancing to the regional quarterfinals both times.

Lopez spent the 2003-04 season in Overton in east Texas, where he went 18-15 in his one season at the helm. Afterwards, he took the head boys position in Wharton for four years where Lopez went 85-15 and won two district titles.

He won 20 or more games every season and was named Wharton County Coach of the Year twice, while winning sev-eral other defensive awards.

Lopez went to Somerville in 2007 and coached until 2009, going 36-25 and they were bi-district finalists during one of the seasons.

The public got a sneak peek of sorts at this year’s version of the Gonzales Apaches when the program held an intrasquad scrim-mage Saturday morning at Apache Stadium.

It didn’t take long to real-ize Gonzales’ explosiveness on offense.

The first team varsity offense, who was paired against a “best of the rest” varsity defense, opened the scrimmage with an 11-play, 80-yard scoring drive. The drive, which was capped by a 10-yard run from Zack Lopez, was highlighted by good runs from Cecil John-son and Darrance James, and a nice pass play from Matt Hillman to Cameron Smith.

Hillman opened the sec-ond drive by throwing one deep down field for James, who out-jumped the de-fender to haul in the pass and take it all of the way into the end zone for an 80-yard score.

In a later scoring drive for the first team, Johnson got loose for an 80-yard run during which he was untouched by the defense. On the next drive, Johnson picked up 26 yards on a run before James finished the drive by taking a pitch all the way to pay dirt.

“We’ve got a lot of work to do obviously, but we’ve made some progress,” said Gonzales head coach Ricky Lock. “Offensively, I

thought we were way ahead of where we were a year ago. We’re still looking for some players who can play. If we have to shuffle some people around, then we’ll shuffle them around.”

The varsity’s second team offense also looked very good, playing against the first team JV defense. Morgan Martinez and D.J. Gonzales scored on back-to-back 80-yard runs.

“We’ve got four or five guys who can really go,” Lock said. “We gave them a few opportunities today, but I already knew they can play. We didn’t run them a whole lot, just enough to get them into shape.”

The Apache defense was extremely crisp through-out the scrimmage. The first team unit only allowed two plays to go for posi-tive yards. There were a lot of hard hits going around including good whacks by Gonzales, Lopez, Johnson, Damien Airhart and J.T. Miller.

“I have to look at the film to be sure, but it seemed like our linebackers played really well,” said Lock. “The secondary was pretty de-cent, I think all of those guys played pretty well.”

Gonzales will have two more opportunities to work out the kinks before the regular season starts. They will host Hallettsville on Saturday, starting at 9 a.m. at Apache Stadium, before heading over to Columbus for another scrimmage on Thursday, Aug. 23.

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Apaches show strong in intrasquad scrimmage

More Than A RunnerCecil Johnson breaks up a pass by laying this lick on Jared Carrizales during the Intrasquad Scrimmage held Saturday at Apache Stadium. Johnson, who ran for over 1,600 yards last year as a tailback, is in the hunt to earn a starting cornerback spot with the team. (Photo by Cedric Iglehart)

Raymond Lopez

Lopez hoping to add to basketball-rich tradition

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In 2009, Lopez was hired at Austin Eastside Memo-rial shortly after the school opened. In his first season, there was no varsity team but Lopez still coached a freshmen and junior var-sity team.

In 2010-11, Lopez coached the first varsity basketball team to a 15-15 season. Following that school year, Lopez returned to Somerville and returned to his post as head boys basketball coach, leading the team to a 15-13 record.

Lopez then applied for the Gonzales boys basket-ball opening, interviewed and was offered the job.

As the old cliché goes, third time is the charm and this was the third time Lo-pez had applied for head

coach of Gonzales Runnin’ Apaches. He is replacing Jason Tucker, whose 2011-2012 team became the first to miss the playoffs in the last 10 years.

“I tried hard in the past to get this job because I know Gonzales has strong traditions,” he said. “I know there is talent in Gonzales hoops,” Lopez said. “When the post came open, I felt it would be a good fit for me so I applied.”

The Runnin’ Apaches re-cent tradition has had the teams focused on stellar defensive play – another reason for Lopez to apply.

“I am a very defensive-minded coach,” he said. “I want the players to play good defense and get re-bounds. That has always been my card.”

“My teams are usually

the top teams in percentage of points scored against us. You have to stop someone sometime in order to win a game.”

Lopez said he has talked Gonzales basketball with former Apache head coach Shawn Dalbert and one of Dalbert’s assistants, cur-rent GISD high school and junior high football and ju-nior high basketball coach Willis Steward. Dalbert and Steward both stressed the importance of a solid defense when they were coaching the GHS Runnin’ Apaches.

Lopez said he feels he can make a difference in the program and continue its rich tradition. Going into the 2012-13 school year, Lopez estimated that he has won over 200 games as head coach.

“I felt God directed me to this job,” he said. “There are lots of good things about being a 3A cross country

coach.”“This is a good location

and I think Gonzales has had tradition in both cross country and track.”

Doyle was also named

the girls’ athletic coordina-tor to complement his head cross country and girls track coaching duties. He will teach Special Educa-tion.

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LOPEZ: Stellar play on defense will be the program’s focus

Fox Sports Southwest is coming to DeWitt Coun-ty on Oct. 19 for its “DQ Game of the Week.”

The Texas high school football segment chose Yoakum’s game at Cuero to highlight for Week 7.

The District 26-3A match-up features one of the longest standing rival-ries in the state of Texas as the DeWitt County rivals, who are only separated by about 15 miles, will be meeting for the 102nd time.

The Bulldogs ended Cu-ero’s 42-game district win-ning streak with a 25-21 victory last season in Yoa-kum and it also ended a 9-game losing streak to the Gobblers.

The last time Yoakum beat Cuero on its home turf was in 2001 when the ‘Dogs escaped with a 10-3 victory. Yoakum also won 17-7 in 2000, meaning the 2000 and 2001 seasons were the last time the Bulldogs de-feated Cuero two years in a row.

The “DQ Big Game of the Week” chronicles the day’s activities surround-ing the game, such as pep rallies, and takes viewers on campus, around the community and inside the locker room.

Gonzales Football Sea-son Tickets

Varsity football season ticket holders from 2011 are now able to pick up the tickets they had last year.

They will have until 4 p.m. on Aug. 17 to get their tickets. All tickets not picked up will be sold to the public, starting on Aug. 20.

The price of varsity foot-ball tickets have changed to $5 per single game or $25 for the season. Tickets at the gate will be $6.

Tickets can be picked up at the Apache Field House

at the high school by the track. They are available from 8 a.m. to noon and from 1-4 p.m. Monday through Friday.

If you do not wish to purchase your tickets, call Athletic Secretary Anita DeMent at 830-672-6641. If the field house has not been notified by 4 p.m. Aug. 17, it will be understood that you do not want your tick-ets. If you cannot get to the field house to pick up your tickets, please call to make arrangements to get them at a later date.

If you are not a season ticket holder but would like to purchase tickets, they will be available to purchase on Aug. 20. You will have to purchase all five tickets for the home games to the get the price break.

No season tickets can be sold after tickets go on sale at 8 a.m. Aug. 28 for the first home game on Aug. 31.

For more information, contact Dement at 830-672-6641.

Gonzales Youth League soccer signups

The Gonzales Youth League is currently hold-ing signups for the 2012 fall season.

The league is for players ages 4-15.

Registration forms are available online at www.gonzalesyouthsoccer.com. Registration deadline is Aug. 25; practices start Sept. 4 and the first game will be Sept. 22.

For more information, call 830-433-5555.

Hunter Education Course

Instructor Wayne Spahn will hold a Hunter Educa-

tion Course on Aug. 25-26 at the Farm Bureau Build-ing in Gonzales.

The class on Aug. 25 will run from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. and will go from 3-7 on Aug. 26. The course is sponsored by Ray Raley and Max Barta.

Every Texas hunter who is born on or after Septem-ber 2, 1971, must success-fully complete a Hunter Education course. Hunters aged 17 and over must suc-cessfully complete a hunter education course; ages 12-16 must successfully com-plete a hunter education course or be accompanied by a licensed hunter 17 or older; hunters under the age of 12 must be accompa-nied hunter 17 or older.

The minimum age of cer-tification is 12, and proof of certification is required to be on your person when hunting but is not required to purchase a hunting li-cense.

Anyone wishing to at-tend the class will need to register by calling 830-672-3720.

New Bowling League forming in Luling

A Tuesday Night Mixed Bowling League is forming at Oil City Lanes in Luling.

Joining a bowling league is a great way to improve your game, meet new peo-ple and have a fun night out.

Tuesday Night Mixed League begins on Sept. 4 at 7 p.m. Teams will con-sist of four bowlers: men, women or any combination of both.

For more information about the Tuesday Night Mixed League, call the league secretary at 830-672-9020 or 830-263-4218. For information about leagues on other nights, call Oil City Lanes at 830-875-3502 after 6 p.m.

BRIEFS

Yoakum at Cuero game chosen as DQ Game of the Week by Fox SportsSouthwest TV network

Pictured at top is the first place team at the Wednesday Night Scramble held Aug. 8 at Independence Park Golf Course in Gonzales consisted of Jim Cannan, David Hernandez, Dr. David Meredith, Dr. Lino Oballo and Russell Moody. The second place team (shown above) was Billy Breitschopf, Colin Brennan, Jay Windham, Dale Holcomb and Keith Staggs. (Courtesy photos)

CUERO — First-year Shiner volleyball head coach Megan Klimitchek still has a little ‘player’ left in her.

She displayed that with her enthusiastic reactions to her team’s well-executed plays Tuesday in a dual match against Cuero and Palacios Tuesday.

“Sometimes, I get excit-ed,” Klimitchek said. “I love competition.”

Shiner got the 2012 sea-son started off by sweeping the Lady Gobblers 3-0 (25-14, 26-24 and 25-22) and beating the Sharkettes 3-1 (25-14, 25-17, 23-25,25-14).

Palacios started the first game with a 5-2 advantage.

Shiner battled back with serves from Emmalie Berkvosky and LaNeisha Hunt, a block from Tabitha Blaschke and kill from Juli-anna Rankin to go up 9-7.

Later, three aces from Kristin Schacherl helped Shiner go ahead, 15-11, and the Lady Comanches used four kills from Hunt to spur them to 10 of the next 13 points for the win in the first game.

In Game No. 2, Palacios got early kills from Geneva Poez to take a 5-0 lead. Shiner got some good ser-vice from Schacherl and a

couple of kills from Rankin for a 10-7 lead.

The Sharkettes climbed back into the game at 15-12 but could not manage to come any closer than two points, as a Rankin kill fin-ished the task for the Lady Comanches.

Shiner took an early lead in the third game and the game was close the entire time.

The Lady Comanches looked to have a good ad-vantage after Amanise Coleman and Lauren Oden combined on a block to give them a 22-20 margin. Palacios tied the game at 22 and Shiner went ahead 23-22.

The Sharkettes scored the three points needed for the win as Savannah Hunter got a kill and Poez got an ace.

Klimitchek said she likes Shiner to always play at a high level.

“I told them to play at our level and not Palacios’,” she said. “We need to keep up the tempo and inten-sity.”

The team followed her instructions as they sped out to a 6-0 lead in the fourth game. Shiner kept the momentum and won the game 25-14 to close out the match.

For Shiner against the Sharkettes, Schacherl had

nine aces, 15 assists, seven digs and one block; Hunt had 13 kills, 12 digs and two assists; Oden had two

aces, six digs, three kills, four blocks and three as-sists; Rankin had three aces, nine kills, four blocks,

two digs; Coleman had 10 blocks, three kills and one dig; while Tabitha Blaschke had one block.

Shiner will start play in its tournament this morn-ing and play through Sat-urday.

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Lady Comanches stand tall against Palacios

FLATONIA — Kaylyn Boenisch’s first head coach-ing position arrived sooner than she expected.

Boenish, an assistant under Flatonia head caoch Rodney Stryk the last cou-ple of years, swapped plac-es with Stryk going into the 2012-13 school year.

“I am excited and ner-vous at the same time,” Boenisch said. “I am ready to accept the challenge of the head position.”

Boenisch will now over-see the entire Lady Bulldog volleyball program.

“I will run things the ways I think are best for the team and I will get to take care of all of the behind-the-scenes work,” she said.

Her approach to success on the volleyball court will be good ole-fashioned el-bow grease.

“My approach will be to get the girls to work hard,” she said. “We might not be where we need to be now, but if we continue to work hard, we will get there. I

feel many things will hap-pen along the way if the players work hard.”

Last year, the Lady Bull-dogs had a record of 32-10 overall and 6-1 in district. They finished second-place in 29-1A, were bi-district champions (3-0 against Woodsboro), area champi-ons (3-0 versus Santa Ma-ria), regional quarterfinal champions (3-0 against Yorktown) and regional semifinalists, where they fell to Burton, 3-0.

The 32 wins set a school record for the team with

Stryk and some of the members receiving hon-ors including Stryk being named Gonzales Cannon Volleyball Coach of the Year and graduated senior Leanna Dunk getting Gon-zales Cannon Volleyball Player of the Year

Boenisch will have to replace the services of Dunk and several other graduated players includ-ing Alex Bruns, Kaci Pav-licek, Courtney Mica and Abigail Rodriguez. She has four seniors on the 2012-13 team: Abigail Schacherl,

Meredith Pavlica, Brittany Silva and Hilary Koncaba. Boenisch will have just two returning starters in Sch-acherl and junior Chandler Fike.

Boenisch is a 2005 grad-uate of Rice Consolidated High School, where she let-tered in volleyball, basket-ball and softball.

For two years, Boenisch attended Western Texas College in Snyder where she played on the Lady Westerner softball team. She transferred to Texas State University in San

Marcos for the fall 2007 semester and graduated in 2010 with her degree in Ex-ercise and Sports Science. She minored in Communi-cations Studies.

Boenisch then made her way to Flatonia where she has served as an assistant for the Lady Bulldogs vol-leyball, basketball and soft-ball teams, including the 2012 Flatonia softball team that won the its second Class 1A state title.

She will be a third-year teacher and coach for Fla-tonia ISD.

By MARK [email protected]

Boenisch takes over the reins for Flatonia volleyball

Often, I receive inqui-ries from landowners and hunters regarding the rules and regulations of feral hog hunting. One of the most common questions is whether a hunting license is required to hunt feral hogs. The answer is: It de-pends on the situation.

In short, the hunting li-cense exemption for taking feral hogs is the state’s at-tempt to assist landowners in the control and mitiga-tion of depredating feral hogs. In the context of this article, depredating can best be defined as causing damage to property, wild-life or agriculture.

Feral hogs, if depredat-ing, can be hunted without a license on a person’s own property by the landowner, the landowner’s agent or lessee. An agent is usually a ranch foreman, wildlife manager or close relative of the landowner.

Although many consider feral hogs to be in a state of constant depredation, there are increasing num-bers of folks who enjoy hunting feral hogs for sport and there are game ranches dedicated to nothing else. To determine whether one qualifies for the feral hog hunting license exemption, the hunter must first deter-mine whether he falls into one of the three categories: landowner, agent or lessee. Secondly, is he going to be hunting feral hogs on his own property? Lastly, he must determine his mo-

tivation for hunting. Is the activity intended to be a depre-dating feral hog mitiga-tion practice or is it for recreational purposes? If

the answer to either of the first two ques-tions is no or the hunting activity is for recreational purposes, then a hunting license is required.

Consider a similar situ-ation that might help ex-plain the intent of the hunting license exemption law for taking feral hogs: Does a person need a hunt-ing license to kill a raccoon in the chicken coop? Or a venomous snake on the back porch? No, as long as the carcasses or hides of each critter are not harvest-ed for personal or commer-

cial reasons. But, if a per-son loads up the coon dogs and heads for the bottoms in pursuit of Rusty the Rac-coon or heads out to the pasture to hunt or capture buzztails for a roundup, then a hunting license is re-quired. It’s really the same with feral hogs. If they are causing damage (depredat-ing), are a nuisance or are posing a danger to humans, pets or livestock, they can be killed without a license by a landowner, agent or lessee as long as he is on his own property.

Two more serious issues related to feral hog hunt-ing are poaching and tres-passing. Sometimes more property damage is done by poachers than by dep-redating feral hogs. I often receive complaints of hog hunters trespassing as they track their hunting dogs. It is the responsibility of dog handlers to control their animals and to keep them from crossing property lines, thus avoiding such problems as stampeding cattle, destroyed fences and loose livestock. Also, land-owners have every right to protect themselves, their property and livestock from marauding packs of out-of-control hunting dogs.

Lastly, hunting feral hogs from a public road or right-of-way is strictly prohibited. If you still have questions or are in doubt, grab a copy of the current Texas Parks and Wildlife Outdoor Annual which are provided free of charge anywhere hunting or fish-ing licenses are sold. Better yet, apply for a hunting li-cense and support conser-vation efforts in Texas.

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Looking Downfrom the Saddle

Shot placement vs. caliber vs. balanceWe stood shoulder to shoulder

and watched the car pull out of the driveway and onto the paved road. Soon it was gone and the smirks we tried to hide turned into stupid grins. “You ready?” I asked.

“Yeah!” answered Rusty. And we took off at a dead run.

Mom and Dad had tickets to the theater in Houston and would stay gone all weekend. Rusty and I had the ranch to ourselves, and the first thing to do was pen the bulls. It was summertime.

“You want to ride first?” I asked.

“No, you go first,” he said. Dad’s bulls were polled Her-

efords and only grew big enough to be called runts. Neverthe-less, it was strong stuff to joust them into a Gerry-rigged chute, straddle their back, and nod your head. One of them, Jesse, would buck in a circle to the left and if you were coming loose it would tighten into a spin. Otherwise, at the end of the circle Jesse would stop and wait for the rider to dis-mount. The hazard then was get-ting cow-kicked as you got off.

We were in our formative ad-olescence. And for the next 30 years of a rodeo career, I always preferred broncs or bulls that bucked and circled to the left. Rusty enjoyed the excitement but only entered one rodeo. Then he checked it to me and called it

quits on bullriding. The next item on the day’s

agenda was pistol shooting. This was another self-taught skill that would require hours of diligent refinement. We both had .22 re-volvers, and the pistols shot true. But my wish was to have that engrained proficiency that old-timers bragged about.

We set up short wooden benches. By now the daylight was wearing out and giving up to darkness. So we turned on the outside lights. Then we each took a sardine can and laid it flat on a bench. We backed off 20 feet and faced our targets. Rusty was on my left and our guns were hol-stered.

“You ready?” I asked.“Yeah.”“Draw!” Our hands slapped the handles

but the firearms came out slow.

Our thumbs eared back the ham-mers when the barrels leveled and splinters flew from the benches as a barrage of shots echoed into the night.

“Dadgum, those little cans are hard to hit.” I said.

“Yeah, but its good practice,” said Rusty.

We had a 1,000-bullet brick of .22 cartridges and we reloaded. Now, the game was on. Nobody had to tell us that our fun was dangerous. We knew full well that this entertainment wouldn’t pass muster with any adults.

The next round was similar to the first and we reloaded again. As the exercise continued we became silent and serious. The draws quickened and soon the targets began to suffer. Our com-petition was evident, but it was harnessed by the peril of acciden-tally shooting oneself in the foot.

Or, as I noticed Rusty was to my left and being right-handed, he might inadvertently shoot me in the foot. But such thoughts didn’t dissuade us. Midway through the brick of cartridges we needed more sardine cans.

This was an art of training re-flexes. This was the striving for a talent that would remain in our eyes, minds, and muscles. The butt of the guns jumped to our hands and came up naturally. The hammers never cocked before clearing leather and we weren’t

snapping shots. There was always that mo-

ment to know your target before the trigger pulled. The more we endeavored the more easily we dinged the targets.

\We were careful not to rush. We were careful not to play. And we concentrated on learning the adroitness that becomes exper-tise. It was my desire to make quick-drawing and pistol marks-manship as instinctive as breath-ing.

Finally, we each loaded our last six shells. “Ready?” I asked.

“Draw!” said Rusty.In less time than a thought, my

pistol blasted the can from my bench. An instant later Rusty’s bullet ripped through the wood next to his can and before he could re-cock I shot it.

“Show-off!” he said – and with that we allowed ourselves to relax and laugh.

As the years progressed Rusty moved towards a domestic life while I blazed down the rodeo trail. Then my next aspiration was becoming a Montana wilderness guide; and since this enterprise put me smack in grizzly habitat it seemed appropriate to graduate from a .22 sidearm to a .44.

My choice was to stick with a single-action because of that au-tomatic move my thumb learned when the gun slides into action. And because of the balance that is

the trademark of such weapons. It also became necessary to

wear a cross-draw rig when horseback to keep branches from cocking the hammer when riding through timber. Then for the sake of protecting the pistol from dirt and twigs I adopted a half-flap holster. Another factor in this as-pect of my lifestyle is that – the .44 doesn’t see daylight unless something is about to die.

As per the code, men of my ilk must accept, not all of life’s little accomplishments are always joy-ful.

An icy north wind cut across the hilltop I call home, and the sight before me tested my nerve. My old bay roping horse was a partner for 28 years. He carried lots of kids on sunny days, turned plenty of bad cows, and whis-pered many horse-words to colts that were learning their lessons. On bad days he whispered to me too and provided a loving nudge and nicker to lift my spirits.

Now, he’d lain down for the last time. And looked at me, and we both knew… I squatted beside him hugging his head, petting his neck, and muttering soothing ut-terances of goodbye. Then when the time was right, I straight-ened up. He nodded and his eyes dropped, and before he looked up again it was over. And I felt the gun in my hand, and then went in the house and cried.


SHINER – A hunter safe-ty education course will be held on Friday, August 24, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. and Satur-day, August 25, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. hosted by the Shiner Businessmen’s Club at the Hermann Sons Hall in Shiner.

Lunch will be provided Saturday by the Shiner Businessmen’s Club. In-structors will be Philip Guenther and Curtis Hen-richs.

Students must attend both sessions. Ten hours of instruction is required to receive a hunter safety cer-tificate.

The Texas Parks & Wild-life Department requires every Texas hunter born on or after Sept. 2, 1971 to suc-cessfully complete a hunter education training course.

For those born on or after Sept. 2, 1971, the re-quirements are:

• Those ages 17 and older must successfully complete a hunter education course to hunt in Texas.

• Those ages 9-16 must successfully complete a hunter education course or be accompanied by a li-censed hunter 17 years old or older.

• Those under 9 years must be accompanied by a licensed hunter 17 year old

or older. • Young hunters are en-

couraged to be accompa-nied by a parent.

In addition, many states require a hunter safety cer-tificate before selling an out-ofstate license. Anyone planning to hunt in another state should verify hunter safety requirements with that state. Several states require a safety certificate for those born on or after Jan. 1, 1949. Individuals who wish to take the course must register by contacting Philip Guenther at (979) 562-2124 or Curtis Hen-richs at (361) 596-7112.

The cost of the course is $15.

Hunter safety education course scheduled for Shiner

Is a license required when hunting feral hogs, it depends

Texas Weekly Fishing Report

TRINITY BAY – Trout are good for drifters working pods of shad and mullet on Bass Assassins, Trout Killers and Sand Eels. Trout are fair to good at the wells on plas-tics and live bait. Redfish have been found on the surface.

EAST GALVESTON BAY – Trout are good for drifters working deep shell on live shrimp and plastics. Trout are good on croakers in the Ship Channel.

WEST GALVESTON BAY – Trout and redfish are good at the jetty on shrimp and finger mul-let. Trout and redfish are fair to good at the mouth of bayous on the outgo-ing tide on live shrimp. Tarpon are showing along the beachfront.

TEXAS CITY – Trout are fair to good on the reefs and in the channel on live shrimp and croak-ers. Redfish and sand trout are fair to good in Moses Lake on shrimp.

FREEPORT – Trout are good at San Luis Pass and the jetties on shrimp and soft plastics. Trout, redfish, sand trout and sheepshead are good on live shrimp on the reefs in Christmas Bay and Chocolate Bay. Trout are fair to good in the surf on live bait.

EAST MATAGORDA BAY – Trout are fair to good for drifters on live shrimp over mid–bay reefs. Redfish are good while wading the shore-lines with small topwa-ters. Redfish have been found in the middle of the bay with low tides.

WEST MATAGORDA BAY – Trout are fair on sand and grass on soft plastics and topwaters around the jetties. Redfish are fair on mud and shell on live shrimp.

PORT O’CONNOR – Trout and redfish are fair on topwaters and live bait over sand, grass and shell near Pass Cavallo. Trout and redfish are fair at the mouths of the back lakes on the outgoing tide.

ROCKPORT – Trout are fair in the guts and channels on free–lined shrimp. Trout are fair over grass while drifting with live shrimp. Redfish are good on mullet in skinny water.

PORT ARANSAS – Trout, redfish and sheeps-head are fair to good at the jetty on shrimp and croakers. Offshore is good for kingfish and ling. Trout are fair to good in the surf on live shrimp and croakers.

CORPUS CHRISTI – Trout are fair to good on the edge of the spoils on live shrimp and croakers. Redfish are fair to good for waders in Oso Bay on small topwaters and Gulps..

FAYETTE – Water stained. Black bass are fair on chartreuse Caro-lina rigged soft plastics and small spinnerbaits. Channel and blue catfish are good on cut shad.

BASTROP – Water stained; 87–91 degrees. Black bass are good on chartreuse spinnerbaits and Rat–L–Traps. Crap-pie are fair on minnows and pink tube jigs. Chan-nel are fair on shrimp.

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Positions available for Certified Nurses Aides on Memory Care Unit. Special Skills required. Please apply at The Heights of Gonza-les, 701 N. Sarah DeWitt, Gonzales, Texas.--------------------------OakCreek Nursing & Rehab in Luling is currently accepting applications for the following positions, full time C.N.A.’s, weekend RN and PRN L.V.N. Please apply in person at 1105 N. Magnolia, Luling, TX 78648.--------------------------Full-time positions available for Li-censed Vocational Nurses and Certi-fied Nurse Aides. Please apply at The Heights of Gonza-les, 701 N. Sarah DeWitt, Gonzales, Texas.--------------------------

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J.M. Oilfield Service, a family oriented company is seek-ing professional & reliable Class A CDL employees. Re-quirements: 2 years experience tanker and must be will-ing to get HazMat endorsement ASAP. Call 830-672-8000.--------------------------AVON Representa-tives Wanted! Great earning opportu-nities! Buy or Sell!

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Yard Sale: 621 Ridgemont Lane. Saturday, August 18, 8-12.--------------------------Rummage sale, Gonzales Learning and Career Center, Saturday, August 18th, 8-1, 1135 St. Paul. Furniture, bike, old comput-ers, TV, clothing and household items.

Large amount qual-ity items. Every-thing $85.00; worth about $300. Health problems prevent garage sale. In Lockhart. Mel, 512-376-9396.--------------------------For Sale: Scentsy Warmer (Fire De-partment), never been opened or used. $35. 3 Leather scents, $5.00 each. Dell Keyboard and Mouse. $10.00 set. 830-305-2521.--------------------------3 cement steps set, 48”x21”. Like new. Asking $125. 4 cement steps set, 48”x28”, asking $75. Trampoline, used, good condition, leg base, has no rust, springs in good condition. Tarp in good condition. No safety cage. Ask-ing $60. You haul

any items. 830-540-4277.--------------------------Clavinova Yamaha Digital Piano w/bench. Under War-ranty. $2,700. Call 830-339-0111.--------------------------

Indoors SaleDaybed, sofa, twin-size, Corningware Corelle “Visions” 40 pc. dishes, Hum-mingbird Collection - 63 items +, Black Metal Rack w/4 China Plates, “In-spirational” House Rules (wood), Rub-ber Plant - 5 ft. + clay 16” pot, Clay pot 18” - 20” new, Crosses assorted (6). Best offer. Mov-ing in September. 830-203-8529.--------------------------Used Dell Com-puter. Keyboard & Monitor. $250 cash. Call 512-917-4078.--------------------------FOR SALE Used cy-clone fencing and post. 1990 Dodge pick up with lift gate. Can be seen at GHA 410 Village Dr. Gonzales, Texas. For information call Jeanette Conques-tat 830-672-3419.--------------------------Upright piano for sale. Great for kids starting piano les-sons. All keys works. Needs to be tuned. $100. Call 830-832-5965.--------------------------Unique BBQ Pit, Stagecoach. In-cludes Electric Ro-tisserie $275. Call 512-917-4078.--------------------------Gasoline operated Hedger, $125; 5 HP Tiller, $200. Both in excellent condition. 361-208-3565. --------------------------Craftsman Riding Mower. 30” Mower/Mulcher. 13.5 HP Model 536.270300. Purchased April 2011..used 6 times. Exc. Condition. $600.00. 830-560-0238. --------------------------Electric Hospital bed, $150. 582-1120. --------------------------Stain Glass Win-dow, white tail deer. $275. 512-917-4078.--------------------------Utility trailer. All wired for lights. Current tag. $375. 512-917-4078. --------------------------For Sale: Headache Rack, Bumper Hitch, Aluminum Run-ning Boards, 5 office desks, Lift Chair, An-tique Bed, Leather Sofa Bed. 1109 FM 532 West, Shiner. 361-596-4403.--------------------------Air Framing Nailer. Contractor Series. $75.00. Call 361-741-2604.

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For Sale: Post Oak Firewood - year old - size and quantity to fit your need. De-livery available. Call for prices, 830-540-4776 or 830-857-3273.

Want to Buy: Oliver 60 Tractor. V.A.C. Case Tractor. Run or Not. 361-293-1633.--------------------------For Sale: 231 Massey Ferguson Tractor. $9,000. 830-437-2358 or 830-857-0800. (08-23-12)--------------------------5 Bale Hay King Trailer & Bale Flip-per Loader. Load hay without getting out of truck. Video on baleflipper.com. $13,500. 512-565-5927.

7 pc. dinette, $95; coffee and end table, 475; Rol-laway Bed, $35; 37” TV, $15; 2 office re-ceptionist chairs, couch, table, etc. 361-596-4096. --------------------------For Sale: Queensize mattress set, $200; complete desk w/hutch, $30; Dining Room table with 4 high back chairs, solid wood, $300; Low back swivel re-cliner rocker, $150. Call 672-3728.--------------------------Small round dining table with leaf, ex-tends to oval. $50. Vintage pub table with extensions, $175. Black metal futon with mattress & cover. Like new. $75. 830-540-3382.

Between 4-5 Acres for Sale. Double-wide. Excellent con-dition. Hwy. front-age. 3BR, all electric, all appliances. Call 830-857-1026.

For Sale: 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 - $7,500. 2nd owner pickup with low miles, cold A/C, spray-in bed liner, grill guard, towing package and more! Call Lauren at (361) 648-5049 for more info.--------------------------Tires for Sale. 4 brand new tires - 255-35-ZR20 Nitto Extreme ZR with Rims - Mar-tin Bros 20” universal rims. $500. 830-857-1340.--------------------------2003 Saturn - Great Gas Saver - $6,988. (830)303-4381.--------------------------2011 Chevy HHR - Certified - Was $18,499 - Now $15,991. (830) 303-4381.--------------------------2010 Jeep Patriot - only 28K miles. Was $19,999 - Now $17,688. (830) 303-4381.--------------------------2011 Dodge Grand Caravan, 42K miles - Was $22,899 - Now $20,988. (830) 303-4381.

2011 Chevy Equi-nox - Certified - Was $24,388 - Now $21,988. (830) 303-4381.

3 mobile homes for rent in Leesville on Hwy. 80. Call 830-534-6525.--------------------------FOR RENT: 2bed, 1 bath trailer. New kitchen floor. For more information call Samantha at 830-857-5812.

For Rent: 2 B R / 2 B A / 2 C G home on 183 N. $1,250/mo., plus deposit. Call 830-857-4458 for infor-mation.--------------------------For Rent: 3BR/2Bath, central air/heat, newly re-modeled country home at 1714 CR 383 between Gon-zales and Moulton. No smoking and no pets in house. $1,000.00/month w/$500.00 deposit. First & last months rent due upfront. References re-quired. Available Sept. 1. 830-263-0910.--------------------------House in the coun-try for lease. Large, clean and nice house and nice yard. Lease and de-posit required. 361-594-3233.--------------------------House for Rent. 3/2, 1,100 + sq. ft. CA/H, remodeled, alarm, furnished, washer/dryer, fridge in-cluded. Flex. lease options. Contact [email protected] or call 830-542-9743.--------------------------3BR/2BA Brick house for rent. 1 mile North of Yoa-kum. AC, washer, dryer. Large access driveway in & out for truck parking for large bobtails. Oak grove, great for BBQ’s and enter-taining. Available Mid July. Call 361-293-6619, leave message.--------------------------Motel Suites. 2 bed-rooms, full kitchen, porch/small yard. $68 nightly, $310 weekly. Crews wel-come. Call JR, 512-292-0070, 830-857-5727.--------------------------

House for RentCompletely fur-nished house, 3 or 2 bdrms, one room furnished as office, one full bath, fully equipped kitchen, microwave, washer and dryer, large storage space, yard maintained. No pets. Cable and Wi-Fi. Near County Clerk’s office. Con-venient for two landmen. $1,250 a month plus utilities. Call 830-672-6265 or 830-857-4251.--------------------------For Rent in Luling. 3 bed, 1 bath, Cen-tral Air & heat.

$850/month, $600/deposit. 830-832-3163. Earl Landry.--------------------------House for Rent. 302 Lancaster, Moulton, TX. Nice spacious 1BR home w/ap-pliances & a large yard. Call for info. 832-633-3950.--------------------------Single Suite. Perfect for Supervisor for Oil Company. Full kitchen, washer/dryer, TV/Full cable, wireless internet. No smoking inside. No Pets. Fully fur-nished and all bills paid. Private Yard/Garage. Weekly, $280; Deposit $300. Call 512-292-0070--------------------------Home For Rent. Country Home. completely remod-eled. 2BR/1BA, CA, hardwood floors, roof for AG Proj-ect. Navarro ISD between Seguin & New Braunfels. $1,000 month, $1,000 deposit. 830-660-7351 or 830-822-5348.--------------------------

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NIGHTLY RATESSingle nightly rates starting at $35.00 per night. Which include A/C, Micro-wave, Refrigerator, TV/Cable and fur-nished with all bills paid. Please call JR at (512) 292-0070 or (830) 672-3089.--------------------------For Rent to oilfield or pipeline work-ers 2BR/1BA, CH/A, furnished kitchen in Yoakum. Call 361-293-6821.

3/2, like new 1,800 sq. ft. in Nixon. $1,000/mo. Call 830-857-6921.

Looking for a nice house in or near Gonzales. 940-284-4255.

Office space for rent. 1,500 sq. ft. Recently remod-eled. 314 W. Cone. If interested call 830-672-4433.--------------------------For Rent: Indus-trial Property for rent. M1 Ind. Stor-age Yard, 70x130. Church Street. 830-423-2103.--------------------------For sale or lease. 10,000 sq. ft. Bldg. with multi-level loading docks - Prime location - with offices and separate garage. Call 830-857-5448.--------------------------For Lease: Small of-fice space w/work-shop located at 339 St. George. Recently Renovated, $400/month. For more information please (830) 672-5580.

12 acres/house/of-fice with Hwy. 80 frontage between B e l m o n t / N i x o n near Leesville. Will subdivide. For sale or lease. Would make a great oil field yard or resi-dence. Call Peyton, 512-948-5306; Da-vid, 713-252-1130.--------------------------Land for lease for oil field service equipment. Prime location. 4 miles N. on 183. 2 1/2 acres. Electric, water, parking, storage. Call 203-0585 or 672-6922. (TFN)

Willing to do part-time sitting of el-derly man or wom-an after hospital stay or surgery. Take them to local doc-tors visits, grocery

shopping, etc. Call 830-788-7123 for more information. --------------------------Electrical Wiring, Troubleshooting, Repairs, etc. Li-censed & Insured. Call 830-437-5747. --------------------------For Your Specialty Cake Needs. Call Connie Komoll, 830-203-8178.--------------------------Will do house cleaning Monday thru Friday. Call 830-203-0735.--------------------------Sewing & Altera-tions. Jo West. 830-203-5072. Call between 9 a.m. & 9 p.m.--------------------------I’M LOOKING FOR

WORKI’m not hiring. Need a job as a Nurse Aide in hospital, Agency or home. I’m a CNA & CPR certified and need work in Medi-cal Center. Fred-ericksburg area ONLY. Full-time. If you have a relative needing excep-tional care in San Antonio, please call and ask for Chell, 830-391-4837.--------------------------Hand for Hire, Odd Jobs Done, FREE estimates. Anything you don’t want to do, Junk hauling, Tree Removal, Lot clearing, House pressure washing,

office help, ranch, farm, lawn & Flower beds, Barbed wire fence repair, gutter cleaning, I do win-dows. One call does it all. Call Terry (830) 203-1503 or (830) 857-5927.

Lawn mowing ser-vice, residential & commercial. Will also mow oilfield yards or large oil re-lated businesses. Li-ability ins., free esti-mates and low cost. No job too large or too small. 830-263-4181.(TFN)

RV For Sale. Older unit. 5th wheel. $2,900. Contact Richard, 830-556-6905.--------------------------Ford Motorhome. 44,000 orig. miles. All working. $2,995. 830-857-6565.

Office or Living Trailers for lease or buy. Peyton, 512-948-5306; David, 713-252-1130.--------------------------RV Rentals available at Belmont RV Park Estates. Call Rich-ard, 830-556-6095.--------------------------Travel Trailers for rent. Located at J.B. Wells, Gonza-

les, Texas. Cheaper than motel. Clean, fully furnished, 32 ft. trailers. $300/ a week. Please call for more info & rates. Pug @ 512-963-0000 or Dawn @ 512-508-6221.

RV Sites Available in Nixon. $350/mo. in-cludes utilities. Call 830-857-6921.--------------------------

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For Sale or Trade: 27’ Sailboat, Beam 8’, fiberglass. 361-561-3335. Ask for Jeff.--------------------------2006 Land Prides 4x4 Recreational Vehicle For Sale. Approx. 200 hours. Honda Motor. In-dependent Suspen-sion. Windshield and Roof. 4x4. Ask-ing - $4,950.00 in very good condi-tion. Call 830-857-4670.

Free Kittens. Call 672-7094.--------------------------

PuppiesHalf Lab, Half Pyr-enees. Free to good home. 830-203-1733 or 830-540-4485.--------------------------We stock Sport-mix Dog and Cat Food, Demon WP for those ants and scorpions. Gonza-les Poultry Supply, 1006 St. Paul Street, 672-7954.(TFN)

Nanny Boer Goats (adults). Pkg. Deal $500.00 (5) or $125 each. 830-560-0238. --------------------------Muscovy ducks for sale. $10.00 each. 8 3 0 - 2 6 3 - 2 4 8 2 . (TFN)--------------------------Laying Hens, $10.00. 512-718-0482.--------------------------For Sale: Registered Polled Hereford Bulls. 8-22 mths old. Heifers also, 8 months to 2 years. 830-540-4430.--------------------------FOR SALE: 4 year old Angus Bull. 830-875-2524.--------------------------WANT TO BUY: Any or Unwanted Hors-es. Call Leejay at 830-857-3866.--------------------------

For Sale: Baby & Young Adult Ducks. Mix Breeds. Cost $3.50-$20.00 each. Call 830-857-6844, ask for Tammy Ste-phens.--------------------------M I N I - D O N K E Y S . Great pets, loves people. All ages and colors, some “cross” designs, 36” tall. 830-672-6265, 830-857-4251, 830-672-5152.--------------------------M I N I - G O A T S . (Dwarf Nigerians) 18” to 24” tall. Good weed eaters. Fun to have around. Beautiful silver and white herd sire. (7 left) 830-672-6265, 830-857-4251, 830-672-5152.

FOR SALE BY OWN-ER: 3 bed, 2 1/2 bath, single story home in Gonzales. Beautiful wet bar and gourmet kitch-en with granite counter tops. Large pantry utility room. 2 car garage with workshop, nice pool and spa, huge covered porches. All on or nearly 1/2 acre. $249,000. Call 210-844-4963.--------------------------Older couple down-sizing 15 acres (10 acres fenced), house, 3/1 1/2, Barn, ponds, trees. Wharton County. $137,000. 979-533-3262.--------------------------4BR/2BA, 1900 Sq. ft. 210 Tanglewood Trail. New appli-ances, remodeled, new master bath. 830-857-6488.--------------------------House for Sale/To Be Moved: 3BR/1Ba frame house, pier & beam foundation, central A/H. Buyer responsible for moving house from property, $6,000. 830-857-4172.

Two story, eleven room home which includes three bed-room, two baths. Apprx. 2,500 sq. ft. on about an half acre. Corner lot, zoned for residen-t ia l /commercia l . Luling. $150,000. 830-875-6975.

Modern home on 165-acre ranch located between Gonzales and Shin-er on paved road FM 443. Highly im-proved with scat-tered oak trees, improved grasses, hay field, cross fencing and stock tank. Recently up-dated 2,300 square foot home, 3BR, 2BA, two live-in areas. Property in-cludes large hay barn, equipment building shop and cattle pens. Shiner ISD. Possible owner financing available. 361-648-4090 or 361-935-1109.

Wanted to lease land for cattle graz-ing. Must have water and fences. Contact Mitchell Hardcastle, 830-857-4544.--------------------------90x60 lot for sale. For more info, call Jose at (936) 488-8115.--------------------------5 Acres or more to lease. For Storage or Oilfield Equipment etc. 1 1/2 mile from city limits off 183 S. Call 830-263-4888 for information.

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HOMESvManufactured home in excellent condition, about 1900 sq. ft., 3bed/2bath, large kitchen, located on 5 acres with many oak trees. County water and GVEC elec. Ready for move in. Fronting Hwy. 304, 2 miles north of Hwy. 90 and about 16 miles from Gonzales. Owner/Agent. Price...........................................................................................$99,500vGONZALES 3/2 new construction, 707 St. Francis...........$199,500vGONZALES 3/1, 108 1/2 St. Francis St................................$40,000vGONZALES 3/2.5, 1714 Gardien St.......REDUCED........$220,000vGONZALES 1006 Seydler St., 2 bed/2 bath, on 2 acres..........$120,500

FARM & RANCHvWAELDER 97.44 acres, 4BR ranch house, great house, oil/gas in-come, Ranching/Investment.....................................................$750,000vGONZALES 28 acres, 2 story, 3BR, 2 Bath custom built home......................................................................................................$375,000

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Assemblies of GodGonzales Family Church Assembly of God320 St. Andrew

First Assembly of God509 E. 3rd St. Nixon

New Life Assembly of GodCorner of Church St. & Jessie Smith St. Gonzales

Baha’i FaithBaha’i Faith621 St. George St. Gonzales

BaptistClark Baptist ChurchF.M. 794, Gonzales

County Baptist Church Hwy. 87 Smiley

Eastside Baptist ChurchSeydler Street, Gonzales

Elm Grove Baptist Church4337 FM 1115Waelder, Texas 78959

First Baptist Church 422 St. Paul, Gonzales

First Baptist Church403 N Texas Nixon

First Baptist ChurchHwy 108 N Smiley

First Baptist Church406 N Ave E Waelder

Greater Palestine Baptist ChurchS of 90-A (sign on Hwy 80)

Greater Rising StarBaptist Church3rd Ave S of Hwy 87 Nixon

Harwood Baptist Church North of Post Office

Iglesia BautistaMacedonia201 S Congress Nixon

Iglesia Bautista MemorialHwy 97 Waelder

Leesville Baptist ChurchE. of Hwy 80 on CR 121

Memorial Heights Baptist Church1330 College Gonzales

Mount Pilgrim Baptist Church100 Capes Gonzales

Oak Valley Baptist ChurchHwy. 97 Bebe

Old Moulton Baptist Church2287 FM 1680, Moulton

Primitive Baptist Church1121 N. College Gonzales

Providence Missionary Baptist Church1020 St. Andrew Gonzales

San Marcos Primitive Baptist Church4 Miles west of Luling on Hwy. 90P.O. Box 186, Luling830-875-5305

Stratton Primitive BaptistFM 1447 9 miles east of Cuero

St. James Baptist ChurchHwy 80- North of Belmont

Saint Paul Baptist ChurchSE 2nd St. Waelder

Shiner Baptist ChurchAvenue F and 15th Street, Shiner

Union Lea Baptist ChurchSt. Andrew St. Gonzales

Union Valley Baptist ChurchFM 1681 NW of Nixon

CatholicSt. James Catholic Church417 N. College, Gonzales

Sacred Heart Catholic ChurchSt. John St. Gonzales

St. Joseph Catholic Church207 S. Washington, Nixon

St Patrick Catholic Church in Waelder613 Highway 90 East Waelder

St. Phillip Catholic Church Hwy 87 Smiley

Christian

First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)712 Crockett, Luling

Churches of ChristChurch of Christ1323 Seydler St. Gonzales

Church of Christ (Iglesia de Cristo)201 E. Second St. Nixon

Church of ChristE. 3rd & Texas, Nixon

Churches of GodCommunity Church of God1020 St. Louis, Gonzales

Gonzales Memorial Church of God in Christ1113 Hastings, Gonzales

New Way Church of God in Christ514 St. Andrew, Gonzales

EpiscopalEpiscopal Church of the Mes-siah721 S. Louis, Gonzales (830) 672-3407

EvangelicalLa Os del Evangelio Mission Capilla del PuebloW. Central at 87 Nixon

Full GospelCamp Valley Full Gospel7 mi N of Nixon on Hwy 80

Full Gospel Church1426 Fisher, Gonzales

LutheranFirst Evangelical Lutheran1206 St. Joseph, Gonzales

Abiding Word Lutheran Church, LCMS1310 St. Louis

MethodistBelmont United MethodistHwy. 90-A

Dewville United MethodistWest of FM 1117 on CR 121

First United Methodist426 St. Paul, Gonzales

First United Methodist410 N. Franklin, Nixon

Flatonia United Methodist403 E North Main, Flatonia

Harris Chapel United MethodistS. Liberty St. Nixon

Harwood Methodist Church North 2nd and North Gonzales, Har-wood

Henson Chapel United Method-ist1113 St. Andrew, Gonzales

Monthalia United MethodistCR 112 off 97

Smiley United Methodist1 blk S. of Hwy 87

Waelder United Methodist2 blks from Hwy 90 & 97

Webster Chapel A.M.E.1027 Church St. Gonzales

Non-DenominationalAgape Ministries512 St. James, Gonzales

Living Waters Fellowship Church605 Saint Joseph St. Gonzales

Bread of Life Ministries613 St. Joseph, Gonzales

Cowboy Church of Gonzales CountyJ.B. Wells Showbarn

El Centro Cristiano “Agua Viva” of WaelderSun. Worship 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m.

Emmanuel Fellowship

1817 St. Lawrence St. Gonzales

Encouraging Word Christian FellowshipHwy. 80 in Leesville

Jesus Holy Ghost Temple1906 Hickston, Gonzales

Lighthouse Church of Our Lord1805 Weimar, Gonzales

New Life Temple for Jesus ChristBelmont, Corner of Hwy 466 & Hwy 80

River of Life Christian Fellow-ship207 Steele St., Smiley 830-587-6500

Two Rivers Bible Church1600 Sarah DeWitt Dr., Ste 210, Gon-zales

Inter-DenominationalFaith Family Church1812 Cartwheel Dr., Gonzales

PentecostalFaith TempleHwy 80 (N. Nixon Ave.) Nixon

Holy Temple of Jesus Christ No. 21515 Dallas, Gonzales

Temple Bethel Pentecostal1104 S. Paul, Gonzales

Life Changing Church of Gon-zales3.3 miles north on 183, Right on CR 235, Right on CR 236

Presbyterian Pilgrim Presbyterian ChurchCR 210 off FM 1116

Presbyterian Church of Gon-zales414 St. Louis, Gonzales

Messianic JudaismCongregation Adat HaDerechMeets on Saturdays and Holy Days, 672-5953

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FamilyCatch up with band boosters;BUMC special services set

Sandi’s Country Fried News

Sandi Gandre

Thompsonville Ladies Club News

Pirkle Cousin ReunionThe First Ever Pirkle Cousin Reunion was held Aug. 4 at the Lutheran Church Fel-lowship Hall in Gonzales. Sixty cousins and special guest reunited with visita-tion and a pot-luck meal served family style. Door prizes were won by the follow-ing cousins: Marguerite Doran of Austin, Robin Ray-Whitwell of Manor, Carl Ray of Manor, Stephen Arthur Pirkle of Gonzales, Maggie Botello of Leander, Arnold Moeller of Gonzales, Kenny Derrington of Gallatin, Miranda Smith of Cedar Park, Nathan Basche of Taylor and Kathy Gillett of Victoria. A brief business meeting was held and Stephen A. Pirkle and Stephen O. Pirkle Jr. were elected chairper-sons to organize the Second Annual Pirkle Reunion for 2013. This year’s event was planned and organized by cousins: Betty Pirkle Wootton, Barbara Pirkle Klein, Beverly Gescheidle Pirkle and Sandy Pirkle Stewart with decorations and table scapes by Amy Derrington of Gallatin. Special guests attending the re-union were Mrs. Ida Pirkle, widow of the late Arlie Pirkle, and Mrs. Alice Pirkle, widow of the late Stephen O. Pirkle Sr. Pictured are Pirkle First Cousins: Stephen O. Pirkle Jr., Bernice Pirkle Moeller, Betty Pirkle Wootton, Alice Pirkle Ray, Sandy Pirkle Stewart, Stephen A. Pirkle, Leslie Pirkle and Barbara Pirkle Klein. Not pic-tured is Ashley Pirkle, who also attended. (Courtesy photo)

Go to the Apache Band Booster site on Facebook to catch up with dates and what is going on with meet-ings of the band boosters.

The first Sunday of every month is Communion Sun-day at the Belmont United Methodist Church.

The fifth Sunday at BUMC is Celebration/Song Service—delicious break-fast starting 8:15am on ev-ery fifth Sunday. Mark your calendar for September 30th.

On August 19th Bill Shrader-District Lay Lead-er from Port Lavaca will be the guest speaker at BUMC.

September 3rd is Labor Day.

September 9th is Grand-parents Day. Now let me tell you folks this is one impor-tant day, and if you forget this day, a lot of bad things will happen. You won’t get extra dollars on the side, or chocolate chip cookies, or ice cream, and trips to your friend’s house are out, and there will be no going to the movies. So you had better remember your grandpar-ents with a special hug and a hand written card at least.

The Belmont Commu-nity Center will have their regular club meeting on August 28th, at 2PM at the Belmont Community Cen-ter.

Oh WOW—this is an im-portant day too-September 15th---the Belmont Volun-teer Fire Department BBQ and Auction—check with Kenneth and Gail Schauer and Bob Kidd on how you can help. Our Volunteer Fire Department has not only been busy with fires but with the fatality acci-dents that have occurred around here recently. This takes special training and equipment and time on their part. In turn all of this takes money to maintain vehicles and keep up to date on procedures.

Now let’s see, Oh, you need to start checking the Belmont Social Club’s Facebook page more often. Hopefully it will be hav-ing more current updates. An important update is as of September 1st it will be closed on Sunday and Monday.

Okay, it looks like the “Happy Quilters” have been very busy getting ready for the Leesville Country Fair. They have finished one quilt and the other will soon be completed. The cooking pears are ready to be picked so that means that there will be a lot of us

making preserves and jel-lies. Two of the women are working very hard on some beautiful “table runners”. All of the quilters are anx-ious to see them when they are complete.

We all want to say “Thank you to Pat Meyer.” for the new look of the pavilions. They have been painted and a lot of work was involved before they could be painted. It now looks Soooo—great! Drive by, stop and take a look. The difference is unbeliev-able. Most likely we will have the same types of food as in the past. We will have the wonderful homemade cakes, pies, and other des-serts as usual. So circle that date of October 13th.

Please lift the following people up in your prayers: Justin Klosel, Joe Kotwig, Alma Hastings, Paul Villa-real, Glenn Malatek, Chris-tian, Diana Garcia, Terry Bowman, Bill and Marie Lott, Doris Hewell, “Sarge” Dunkin; Louise Jones, Aunt Georgie Gandre; Danny and Joyce Schel-lenberg, Velma and Bobby Bullard; Jon Bullard and family; Mildred O’Neal, Doug Walshak, Selma Vick-ers, Charlie, Landis, Gene Robinson, Keith Glass, Timothy Black, Jack Black, Teresa Wilke, Sandi Gan-dre, Rev A. C. Newman, Aunt Betty Gandre, Linda Nesloney, Marie Schauer, Esther Lindemann, Anna Lindemann, Tony Black, Susie Hale, Noreen Soefje, Lanny Baker, Norman Wundt, Lucy Jones, Ann Bond; Case Martin, Mar-guerite Williams, Shirley Dozier, Matt McGrew, The family of Bill Muelker; The family of Malcolm De-Berry; The family of Joyce Black; Please pray for rain; For our military and their families; For the victims of the shooting in College Sta-tion.

Sorry I twisted your name around Melda. Now you have two weeks of Happy Birthday wishes. Mia Schauer had a birthday on August 13th. Last week Joyce and Willie Soefje cel-ebrated their 58th Wedding Anniversary by eating out at the Belmont Social Club and listening to the music

of Best Friends. I got to talk a little bit

with Chris Soefje about his mother, Noreen. She is some better. She is partici-pating in the experimental case study that they are do-ing for renal cancer in San Antonio. They did MRI’s last week and are to go for results this week, but from all other indications it looks like that it is do-ing its job. They have also done some blocking of the nerves in her back to where she should be able to take therapy now and possibly be able to walk without so much pain. That way may-be at least she could walk around the house. We hope that you get good reports Noreen and are able to do some physical therapy.

Lola and Wade Wilson have been enjoying the Mockingbirds over near their house. They watched two adults that had built a nest in some sagebrush and apparently incubated the eggs long enough for them to hatch. Lola said that it was quite an event. Howev-er the next morning some-thing had happened to the babies. They think that per-haps a snake got the babies.

Then the next day or so two Roadrunners came up to their little water trough to get a drink. They weren’t exactly together but they were close behind each other. I love to watch Road-runners. They used to a lot of them as well as a lot of Quail but we do not see many of them around over here. They live on a clay hill and a little bit different habitat.

We are grateful that the DOT has put two sets of rumble bumps up on the East and West bound side of FM 466. Next they add-ed big blinking red lights to the STOP signs on each side of FM 466. Hopefully this will help people realize that there is a stop sign at this intersection.

It sure is a good thing that I love Hugo. He stole my whole package of pea-nut butter cheese crackers when I was otherwise oc-cupied and carried them across the bed and proceed-ed to eat them. He wasn’t going to share them either. Twerpt was patiently lying down on the bed about a foot away from Hugo. So I had to rescue my crackers so Twerpt and I could have some to eat.

Have a good week and God Bless.

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Butterflies ruled the Thompsonville Ladies Club meeting on Thurs-day, Aug. 9 at the Thomp-sonville Community Cen-ter.

They decorated pack-ages, refrigerators, vi-sors, and had many other uses. Barbara Schroeder brought the butterflies and after the club meeting, she demonstrated how to make them from silk flow-er petals.

Barbara and Sandy Van Velthoven were hostesses and provided a selection of breads, crackers, vegeta-bles, meats and cheeses to make sandwiches. There were also several salads and chips to choose from. A selection of desserts and teas rounded out the meal.

Van Velthoven asked the blessing and 15 mem-bers and one guest, Pat Wenzel’s granddaughter, Tanya, lined up to fill their plates. After the meal was over, the members were asked to look at the bot-tom of their plates for the lucky numbers to win the door prizes. Linda Grauke

and Sandy Parr were the lucky ladies.

After the meal, the club meeting was started by our President Betty Schroeder. We welcomed our newest member, Jeanette Mayer, and we wished Happy Birthday to our birthday ladies, Parr, Joyce Rogers, Chris Grue, Grauke and Stella Gutierrez.

Our secretary/treasurer, Pat Wenzel, read the min-utes from the last meeting and gave an updated trea-surer’s report. We had a very successful Ice Cream Social last Saturday, so if you didn’t make it, you missed out on very good homemade ice cream, cakes and cookies. We accepted voluntary dona-tions for our scholarship funds. We awarded eight $500 scholarships to 2012 Seniors. Most of them have started submitting their paperwork to receive their funds.

Schroeder gave an up-date on our cookbook project. The cookbook will be dedicated to our founding members in the

early 1940’s. Several of the founding members have relatives who are still ac-tive in the club today. We have over 275 recipes and hope to have the cook-books ready for sale at our Annual Chili Supper and Auction in February 2013.

Mark your calendars for the Chili Supper and also for our Community Thanksgiving Meal on Friday, Nov. 9. We want to thank the community and our local businesses for the help and donations they give us in raising funds for our Scholarship Fund. We hope to give out 10 or more scholarships to our 2013 Seniors in Gonzales County.

We reminded everyone of the Bunco Bash to be held on Thursday, Aug. 21 from 6-8 p.m. at the Elks Club in Gonzales. Their project this year will ben-efit Seniors in Action for Gonzales County.

The meeting was ad-journed and most of our members learned how to make butterfly deco-rations. The rest of us continued visiting and encouraged the butterfly makers.

Our next meeting will be on Thursday, Sept. 13., when another of our members has another craft demonstration planned.

By CAROL DUBOSE

Special to The Cannon

Friends host showerfor Kennedy, Kellough

A group of friends at First Baptist Church held a brunch and wedding show-er honoring Kristen Ken-nedy and Justin Kellough. As guests entered the Fel-lowshhip Hall they signed the Bride’s book which lay on a light yellow linen cov-ered table accented with an arrangement of sunflowers in a small footed glass bowl; two miniature watering cans completed the scene as two hostesses tended the Book.

The serving table was covered with a shadow grey linen cloth and a mirror-centered tall footed bowl holding the favored sun-flowers with drifting ten-drils of greenery descend-ing at it’s rim. Crystal plates and cups with silver cutlery sparkled the table as host-esses served sausage and egg breakfast casserole, a variety of sweet breads with drizzles of fruit or spice sauces, orange juice and coffee from a silver urn.

The mural in the wall

inset brought the essence of a garden inside and with trelises laden with vines of yellow and white flowers, were lovely. Wall sconces with fat, ivory column can-dles interspersed with bo-tanical drawings all around the perimeter made the scene delightful.

Kristen and Justin were assisted with their gifts by Cindi Jackson and Linda Bright, opening all useful items and supplies needed in their new home; the hostesses’ gift was a vac-uum cleaner. Kristen was attired in a shadow chif-fon sundress topped with a soft summer sweater, knit with ribbon stripes of the favored yellow and white and wore golden sandals. She and Justin were given corsage and boutonierre fashioned from miniature yellow rose buds and gos-samer white ribbon. Justin serves as Youth Minister at First Baptist Church and Kristen is a newly trained teacher. Their wedding is August 11th and they will reside in Gonzales.


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Jojo (Joe Boone) signing his papers for the Marines! — Submitted by Jesus O. Boone Sr.

Had a great day at Six Flags yesterday! The High-light: When Isabel tricked Ayden and their cousin Stefany in to riding their first roller coaster...they HAD to sit in the front row...PRICELESS!!! No one was scarred for life and we all got back on again ; ) — Submitted by Brianna Oliveira

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My baby girl! Sporting her little ponytail! — Sub-mitted by Arturo de la Garza

Pauline Reese and Egon Barthels in the KCTI AM 1450 Studio — Submitted by KCTI 1450AM

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SEGUIN — Texas Country Music Hall of Famer Johnny Bush will headline the Heart of Texas Roadshow on Saturday, Aug. 25 at the Texas Theater in Seguin.

Other special guests will include Frankie Miller, Justin Trevino and Dottsy. Tickets are now on sale at the Seguin Chamber of Commerce, Cascades Gifts and Gourmet, or by calling (830) 372-6168, (830) 401-1971 or online at w w w. t i cke t s tot h e c i t y.com.

Johnny Bush began his career as a member of Ray Price’s Cherokee Cowboys. He then joined Willie Nelson as a drum-mer and member of his Record Men. Bush and

Nelson remained close and would aid each other with a hit song.

His recording career began to take off in the late 1960s with songs like My Cup Runneth Over, There Stands The Glass, Undo The Right, Green Snakes On The Ceiling, My Joy and You Gave Me A Mountian. He received the Most Promising New Artist from Record World in 1968 and 1969.

Music City News named Bush the Most Promising Male Vocal-ist in 1970. The cred-its continued to come in 1970 as BMI chose Bush for their BMI Songwriter Achieve-ment Award. Bush rose to fame throughout the country music industry with his recording of Whiskey River in 1973.

The Library of Congress now recognizes the song as one of the all time Top 20 country music stan-dards.

The National Council of Communicative Dis-orders and the American Speech-Language-Hear-ing Association honored Bush with their 2001 Annie Glenn Award at the 20th Anniversary Communication Awards at the Kennedy Center Terrace Theater. The An-nie Glenn Award, first presented to James Earl Jones, is presented an-nually to an individual who has had a commu-nication disorder and through his success, serves as an inspiration to others.

Other recipients of the Annie Glenn Award have been Sen. John Glenn, President Bill Clinton, Jenny Craig, Sen. Bob Dole and Mark Herndon of Alabama.

In August of 2003, Bush was inducted into the Texas Country Music Hall of Fame. The award was presented to Bush for his major contribu-tions to Texas Country Music in the annual cer-

emony in Carthage. Wil-lie Nelson inducted Bush into the Hall of Fame along with Kris Kristof-ferson and Lefty Frizzell.

Frankie Miller was born in Victoria. Miller landed time singing on local station KNAL and recorded for 4 Star Re-cords at the beginning of the 1950s, but served from 1951-53 in the United States military during the Korean War. In 1954 he signed with Columbia Records, re-leasing several singles.

Through the latter

portion of the decade, Miller performed pri-marily throughout the state of Texas. In 1959 he signed with Starday Records and released several singles which be-came hits on the country charts, including Black-land Farmer, Family Man, Baby Rocked Her Dolly, and A Little South of Memphis. He became a star on the Louisiana Hayride and the Grand Ole Opry, and was fea-tured in Cashbox maga-zine as their Most Prom-ising Male Vocalist.

Miller signed with United Artists in 1965, but quit the music busi-ness soon after. After a very successful career in the automobile busi-ness, Miller returned to his passion of music. Heart of Texas Records released The Family Man in 2006 and then his cur-rent project Back When Gas Was Thirty Cents A Gallon in March.

Justin Trevino has performed professional since his teenage years. He began his career fol-lowing in the footsteps of some of his honky tonk heroes including Johnny Bush and Darrell McCall. In later years, he would become the bass player and front man for both of those legendary acts.

Trevino has released some very successful proj-ects to date including Too Many Heartaches, Take

One As Needed For Pain, Before You Say Amenâ, More Loud Music And Strong Wine and his cur-rent album Two Of The Usual. He has recently taped an appearance on Larry’s Country Diner on RFD TV as well as being featured on Country Fam-ily Reunion.

Dottsy Brodt was born in Seguin. Her musical ca-reer began with the aid of a Texas theme park owner who had previously dis-covered Johnny Rodri-guez. James T. “Happy” Shahan owned Alamo Vil-lage, a tourist attraction that featured Wild West shows and concerts. Like Rodriguez, Shahan hired the former Junior Miss Pageant winner to sing at his shows. Dottsy was soon signed by RCA Re-cords becoming the first country act to be officially known by just one name. Her first single, a song co-written by Jessi Colter, Storms Never Last, landed at #17 in August 1975.

Dottsy’s second single I’ll Be Your San Antone Rose, climbed to #12 in early 1976. Three singles later her biggest hit (Af-ter Sweet Memories) Play Born To Lose Again, went to #10 in August 1977. In early 1979 Tryin’ To Get To You featuring Waylon Jennings vocal peaked at #12. Dottsy released three more singles for Tangle-wood label in 1981. She now records for Heart of Texas Records and he cur-rent project is titled Meet Me In Texas.

“We are excited about returning to the Texas Theater in Seguin,” mas-ter of ceremonies Tracy Pitcox said. “All of our shows at the theater have been great successes and we are so looking forward to having Johnny Bush for the first time with us.â”

The Heart of Texas Roadshow band will con-sist of Justin Trevino on bass, Jim Loessberg on steel, Shane Lively on drums, Charlie Walton on lead guitar and John Shattenberg on fiddle.

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LULING — Award-win-ning artist Karen McCauley of San Antonio will be the judge for the Reflections of Texas Art Show this year at the Central Texas Oil Patch Museum, Ms. McCauley received her training at the San Antonio Art Institute, Southwest Craft Center, and Hunter School of Art. She has won local and na-tional awards and has had one-woman shows of her work at 3 Winds Gallery in Santa Fe, New Mexico and Whistler House in Lowell, Massachusetts. She teaches classes and workshops, and has been honored to be se-lected as the featured artist at the prestigious Western Art Show in San Antonio.

Artists from around Tex-as will compete in the ninth annual art competition to be held at the museum, 421 E. Davis in Luling, from September 9-18, 2012. The show will begin with a re-ception at the museum on

Sunday, September 9 from 2 to 6 p.m., and art will re-main on display through September 18th. Awards will be presented to the artists at the reception, and attendees may vote on their favorite work for the People’s Choice Award. The reception is open to the public, with foods, drinks and music provided by the museum association and art show sponsors. Dona-tions are appreciated.

In addition to six cash awards and six merit awards, Judge McCauley will select one painting which will be purchased by the Oil Museum Associa-tion to add to the perma-nent collection to be dis-played at the Museum. This year’s purchase is made possible by a donation by Butch and Susan Ward.

Other contributing to this year’s show are Plati-num Sponsors Eighty-Six Oil Company, Inc., North South Oil LLC, R & F In-dustries, Inc., and Salt Flat Pipe & Supply; Gold Spon-

sors Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative, Leo and Kay Tiller, and H-E-B Luling; Silver Sponsors Jim and Vanese Blackmar, Todd Blomerth & Patti Payne, First Lockhart National Bank, L.S.K.L. Oil Com-pany, Lockhart Motor Company, and Texas Pe-troleum Investment Com-pany; Bronze Sponsors are Pat Baker Company, Inc., Barnett Electric, Carter & Company LLP, Citizens State Bank, Dairy Queen-Luling, DeWitt Poth & Son-Yoakum, Dismukes Pharmacy, Francis Ain-sworth House & 1896 Tav-ern, Luling Discount Phar-macy, Inc., Luling Machine & Welding, Luling Well Service, Inc., Sage Capital Bank, and Subway-Luling.

For more information re-garding the show, museum hours, exhibits and tours, contact: Carol Voigt at 830-875-1922, Pat Perryman at 830-875-5220, or the Luling Chamber of Com-merce at 830-875-3214, Ext. 1.

NOTICE OF PUBLIC MEETING TO DISCUSS

BUDGET AND PROPOSED TAX RATEThe GONZALES INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT will hold a public meeting at 06:30 PM, August 27, 2012 in Junior High Library, 424 N. College St. Gonzales, Tx. 78629. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the school district's budget that will determine the tax rate that will be adopted. Public participation in the

discussion is invited.

The tax rate that is ultimately adopted at this meeting or at a separate meeting at a later date may not exceed the proposed rate shown below unless the district publishes a revised notice containing the same information and comparisons set out below and holds another public meeting to discuss the revised notice.

Maintenance Tax $0.9357/$100 (proposed rate for maintenance and operations)

School Debt Service Tax

Approved by Local Voters $0.0367/$100 (proposed rate to pay bonded indebtedness)

Comparison of Proposed Budget with Last Year's Budget

The applicable percentage increase or decrease (or difference) in the amount budgeted in the preceding fiscal year and the amount budgeted for the fiscal year that begins during the current tax year is indicated for each of the following expenditure categories.

Maintenance and operations 16.12 % increase

Debt Service 0.78 % increase

Total expenditures 15.70 % increase

Total Appraised Value and Total Taxable Value

(as calculated under Section 26.04, Tax Code)

Preceding Tax Year Current Tax Year

Total appraised value* of all property $1,938,878,090 $2,488,505,130

Total appraised value* of new property** $25,863,880 $363,568,020

Total taxable value*** of all property $606,332,950 $1,154,754,057

Total taxable value*** of new property** $25,863,880 $363,568,020

*Appraised value is the amount shown on the appraisal roll and defined by Section 1.04(8), Tax Code.** "New property" is defined by Section 26.012(17), Tax Code.*** "Taxable value" is defined by Section 1.04(10), Tax Code.

Bonded Indebtedness

Total amount of outstanding and unpaid bonded indebtedness* $3,115,000

*Outstanding principal.

Comparison of Proposed Rates with Last Year's Rates

Maintenance &

Operations Interest &

Sinking Fund* Total

Local Revenue

Per Student State Revenue

Per Student

Last Year's Rate $1.0400 $0.0655* $1.1055 $2,547 $5,289

Rate to Maintain Same Level of Maintenance &

Operations Revenue & Pay Debt Service $0.8957 $0.0367* $0.9324 $3,574 $3,752

Proposed Rate $0.9357 $0.0367* $0.9724 $3,952 $4,313

*The Interest & Sinking Fund tax revenue is used to pay for bonded indebtedness on construction, equipment, or both.The bonds, and the tax rate necessary to pay those bonds, were approved by the voters of this district.

Comparison of Proposed Levy with Last Year's Levy on Average Residence

Last Year This Year

Average Market Value of Residences $77,246 $81,665

Average Taxable Value of Residences $62,246 $66,665

Last Year's Rate Versus Proposed Rate per $100 Value $1.1055 $0.9724

Taxes Due on Average Residence $688.13 $648.25

Increase (Decrease) in Taxes $-39.88

Under state law, the dollar amount of school taxes imposed on the residence homestead of a person 65 years of age or older or of the surviving spouse of such a

person, if the surviving spouse was 55 years of age or older when the person died, may not be increased above the amount paid in the first year after the person

turned 65, regardless of changes in tax rate or property value.

Notice of Rollback Rate: The highest tax rate the district can adopt before requiring voter approval at an election is $0.9724. This election will be automatically held

if the district adopts a rate in excess of the rollback rate of $0.9724.

Fund Balances

The following estimated balances will remain at the end of the current fiscal year and are not encumbered with or by a corresponding debt obligation, less estimated funds necessary for operating the district before receipt of the first state aid payment.

Maintenance and Operations Fund Balance(s) $1,017,973

Interest & Sinking Fund Balance(s) $78,000

2012 Property Tax Rates in CITY OF GONZALESThis notice concerns the 2012 property tax rates for CITY OF GONZALES. It presents information about three tax rates. Last year's tax rate is the actual tax rate the taxing unit used to determine property taxes last year. This year's effective tax rate would impose the same total taxes as last year if you compare properties taxed in both years. This year's rollback tax rate is the highest tax rate the taxing unit can set before taxpayers start rollback procedures. In each case these rates are found by dividing the total amount of taxes by the tax base (the total value of taxable property) with adjustments as required by state law. The rates are given per $100 of property value.

Last year's tax rate:

Last year's operating taxes $651,542

Last year's debt taxes $0

Last year's total taxes $651,542

Last year's tax base $258,753,773

Last year's total tax rate $0.2518/$100This year's effective tax rate:

Last year's adjusted taxes

(after subtracting taxes on lost property)$648,234

÷ This year's adjusted tax base

(after subtracting value of new property)$278,253,820

=This year's effective tax rate $0.2329/$100(Maximum rate unless unit publishes notices and holds hearings.)This year's rollback tax rate:

Last year's adjusted operating taxes

(after subtracting taxes on lost property and adjusting for any transferred function, tax increment financing, state criminal justice mandate, and/or enhanced indigent healthcare expenditures)

$648,234

÷ This year's adjusted tax base $278,253,820

=This year's effective operating rate $0.2329/$100

x 1.08=this year's maximum operating rate $0.2515/$100

+ This year's debt rate $0/$100

= This year's total rollback rate $0.2515/$100

Statement of Increase/Decrease

If CITY OF GONZALES adopts a 2012 tax rate equal to the effective tax rate of $0.2329 per $100 of value, taxes would increase compared to 2011 taxes by $6,737.

Schedule A - Unencumbered Fund Balance

The following estimated balances will be left in the unit's property tax accounts at the end of the fiscal year. These balances are not encumbered by a corresponding debt obligation.

Type of Property Tax Fund Balance

UNDESIGNATED FUND BALANCE 1,487,515

Schedule B - 2012 Debt Service

The unit plans to pay the following amounts for long-term debts that are secured by property taxes. These amounts will be paid from property tax revenues (or additional sales tax revenues, if applicable).

Description of Debt

Principal or Contract

Payment to be Paid

from Property Taxes

Interest to be

Paid from

Property Taxes

Other Amounts

to be PaidTotal Payment

0 0 0 0

Total required for 2012 debt service $0

- Amount (if any) paid from Schedule A $0

- Amount (if any) paid from other resources $0

- Excess collections last year $0

= Total to be paid from taxes in 2012 $0

+ Amount added in anticipation that the unit will collect only 100.00% of its taxes in 2012

$0

= Total debt levy $0

This notice contains a summary of actual effective and rollback tax rates' calculations. You can inspect a copy of the full calculations at 522 ST. MATTHEW ST. GONZALES, TX. 78629. Name of person preparing this notice: NORMA JEAN DUBOSE Title: GONZALES COUNTY TAX ASSESSOR-COLLECTOR

LOCKHART — This coming weekend (August 17-19) the Gaslight-Baker Theatre presents the third annual “Vaudeville at the Baker”.

This year’s show is the best yet, with a wonderful variety of entertainers and 35 acts, including singing, dancing, comedy, and a few special surprises.

Back by popular demand is Todd Blomerth — this year he is Colonel Baker himself, Master of Ceremo-nies for “Colonel Baker’s Stupendous, Mystifying, En-

tertaining, Rollicking, Frol-icking, Amazing, Fabulous, Magnificent, Vaudeville Show!”

The Baker Theatre is locat-ed at 216 S. Main one block

south of the Lockhart town square For more informa-tion or to make reservations, contact the theatre at 512-376-5653 or visit their web site: www.MyGBT.org


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ARIES - Mar 21/Apr 20Aries, you may have to put your

feelings on the line if you are to gain the respect of someone important to you. Although it may feel un-comfortable, forge ahead.

TAURUS - Apr 21/May 21Taurus, some light will be shed

on a problem from a past relation-ship this week. This will strengthen your current relationships with family and friends.

GEMINI - May 22/Jun 21Expect a lot of passion and ad-

venture this week and for the fore-seeable future, Gemini. Talk to your partner about his or her desires as well.

CANCER - Jun 22/Jul 22Celestial energy will rejuvenate

and reenergize you, Cancer. If things have been a little bit boring at home, someone you meet might just provide the spark you need.

LEO - Jul 23/Aug 23You can find many inspirational

forces around you, Leo, which will aid you in making tough decisions. Pay special attention to an over-heard conversation.

VIRGO - Aug 24/Sept 22Virgo, you may find yourself on

the path to some exciting places if you hang out with the right people this week. This is not a time to back out; act outside of your comfort zone.

LIBRA - Sept 23/Oct 23Libra, you may be looking for

a new adventure but haven’t a clue where to start. Anything is possible

if you keep your eyes and ears open to everything around you.

SCORPIO - Oct 24/Nov 22Don’t put any limits on your love

life, Scorpio. Even a relationship that has withstood the test of time can still prove exciting, spontane-ous and adventurous.

SAGITTARIUS - Nov 23/Dec 21

You may find that the energy surrounding you is just a bit over-whelming, Sagittarius. This is rem-edied by simply staying out of the limelight for a few days.

CAPRICORN - Dec 22/Jan 20It’s the little things that will catch

your attention this week, Capri-corn. A small detail, a particular color, a note in a song. If others

overlook it, you’ll probably zone in on it.

AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18Expect some surprises when at-

tending a get-together with family and friends. An interesting person comes into your life to provide some inspiration.

PISCES - Feb 19/Mar 20Pisces, a situation arises that

forces you to think outside the box. Make decisions promptly but wisely, and you’ll be happy you did.

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Each fingernail on the Statue of Liberty is nearly a foot long.

Filmmaker George Lucas is arguably best known for his “Star Wars” franchise, but he also directed “American Graffiti.” During the making of that earlier film, he designated each reel of film with an R before the reel’s number, and each instance of dialog was prefixed with a D. At one point during the sound mixing, the sound designer needed to use Reel

2, Dialog 2, and so asked for “R2D2.” Lucas liked the sound of it so much that he used it for the name of a robot character in his later work.

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Those who study such things (and seemingly have too much time on their hands) say that a quarter has 119 grooves around the outside edge, while dimes have 118.

Have you ever heard of a woman named Thelma Pickles? Unless you’re a somewhat obsessive fan of

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If you’re a vegetarian, you’re part of the 3 percent of American adults who shun meat. In India, though, you’d be part of a much larger minority; nearly a third of the population of that country is vegetarian.

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East Avenue Primary SchoolPREKINDERGARTEN3 boxes Crayola Crayons (24 count)1 box of 5 oz. 90 count Dixie cups1 antibacterial Cleaning wipes3 trays of watercolors3 Elmer’s 4 oz. glue1 box of Kleenex tissues5 Plastic folders with brads1 package of coffee filters2 packages of manila paper1 package of construction paper (91/2 x 11)1 package of construction paper (12X 18)1 box gallon size Ziploc baggies1 box of quart size baggies2 packages of Rose Art Washable Markers1 packages of small glue sticks

KINDERGARTEN1 Composition notebooks (prefer black/white)1 spiral notebook-70 pages wide ruled4 4 oz. bottles of Elmer’s white school glue4 24 count box of Crayola crayons…No Rose Art Brand1 pair of blunt Fiskars scissors1 package of pre-sharpened pencils2 big pink erasers1 watercolor paint set in, hard, plastic container1 box of Kleenex4 heavy, plastic folders…plain, not decorated1 package of manila paper…no tablets please1 package of Expo brand dry erase markers…red, green, blue

& black1 small Space Maker school box (5X8)1 backpack without wheelsBoys only: 1 bottle of Ger-X & Gallon Size Ziplock baggiesGirls only: 1 pkg. antibacterial wipes & 1 quart Ziplock bag-

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FIRST GRADE1 bottle of Germ-X2 composition notebooks (prefer black/white)2 24 count box of Crayola crayons1 pair of blunt Fiskars scissors2 Elmer’s glue bottles-4 oz.1 small Space Maker school box (5X8)2 Pkg. No. 2 pencils, pre-sharpened (24 in pkg.)2 large pink erasers3 Solid color spiral notebooks-70 pages-wide rule only1 (50 sheets)pkg. construction paper (9X 12), assorted colors

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1 box slide lock sandwich bagsGirls only: 1 Pkg. Expo dry erase markers (red, green, blue,

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not label with your child’s name. Please bring all supplies to “Meet the Teacher” night.

2- 11/2 or 2 inch 3-ring notebook with clear pocket on front and 2 pockets inside (no zipper binders)

3 dozen No. 2 pencils (no mechanical)4 large pink erasers3 boxes of 24- count Crayola crayons4 poly pocket folders with brads (pockets at bottom- plain

with on decorations)3 spiral notebooks (70 pages, plain cover, wide- ruled- no col-

lege- ruled)1 composition notebook1 zippered pencil bag4 boxes of Kleenex1 package wide- ruled notebook paper1 large bottle of glue or 4 large glue sticks1 box gallon Ziplock bags—girls1 box quart Ziplock bags—boysNOTE: Individual classroom teachers may have an additional

supply list.

THIRD GRADE1 Pair scissors2 Glue Sticks1 Box crayons (24 count)2 Red pens1 Large eraser1 Pkg. map pencils (12 count)48 Pencils (no mechanical)6 Pocket Plastic Folders with brads (different colors)6 Spirals WIDE RULED (1 subject) (Different colors)3 Boxes Tissues (160 + count)1 Roll of paper towels1 Nylon (3 Ring Binder) Pencil PouchNo dividers1 Two Inch 3 ring BinderGirls: 1 pkg. Notebook Paper WIDE RULED & 1 Pkg. Gallon

Zip lock bagsBoys: 1 Pkg. Manila Drawing paper (loose 8X10) & 1 Pkg.

Quart Zip lock bagsNOTE: Other supplies may be requested by individual teachers.

FOURTH GRADE2 (12) count packages of wooden pencils- mechanicals are not

allowed(1) 8 or 10 count packages red pens(4) folders- poly plastic(2) 1 ½ or 2 inch binders(3) 70 page spirals(1) 3 pack Kleenex(3) Packages wide ruled notebook paper(2) Packages of 8 tab dividers(2) Pencil pouches(2) Highlighters

North Avenue Intermediate School

FIFTH GRADE2 package of wide ruled notebook paper10 solid colored folders with brads and pockets1 package of pencils top erasers2 packages of #2 pencils3 12-pack boxes of map colors1 pair of scissors4 (70-page) spirals1 pencil sharpener (not battery operated)1 pencil pouch2 packages of red pens2 big boxes of tissue6 glue sticks1 Composition Notebook for Science (any design)GIRLS ONLY: 1 roll paper towelsBOYS ONLY: 1 box quart size ziplock bagsNOTE: Some of the supplies listed will be taken up by the teach-

er. Your teacher may request additional supplies as needed. Gel pens, permanent markers, sharpie pens, or white out are not al-lowed.

SIXTH GRADE3- folders with pockets & brads (solid colors, no decorations)1- Inch 3-ring binderDividers for binder (at least 6 in package)1 Composition book1 box ziplock bags- quart size2 boxes of map colors

2 boxes of Kleenex2 rolls of paper towelPencil sharpener with lid (not battery operated)1 package pens-blue or black ink1 package red pens24- #2 pencils1 package pencil top erasers3 packages notebook paper- wide ruled1 bottle liquid glue1 package glue sticks1 package of highlighters2 roll of scotch tapePencil pouchEarphones (optional) ~if you would like to keep your own

personal set at school.NOTE: No large backpacks may be carried from class to class

however, the small drawstring book bags are allowed. No gel pens, permanent markers, sharpie, or white out allowed.

Gonzales Junior High SchoolSEVENTH GRADEBinder-- main binder for all classesWide ruled notebook paperPencilsPens (Blue or Black) and Red Grading PenDry erase markers- 4 pack- preferably low orderFolders w/ pockets & brads- (6)Map colorsMap Color Sharpener (2)DividersCompostion Books (2)1 ½ inch Binder- Tx. History1 ½ inch Binder- Math1 ½ inch Binder- Pre. AlgebraHighlighters (3)

EIGHTH GRADEBinder – main binder for all classesFour 1 ½ - 2 inch Ring Binders for History, Math and Advanced

Reading & ScienceWide Ruled Notebook PaperPencilsPens (Blue or Black)Pencil/Pen pouchFolders w/pockets & brads –2 any color for English and ReadingMap colorsMap color SharpenerDividers - 2 sets

Gonzales Independent School District 2012-2013 School Calendar

Adopted: March 5, 2012

First Day of School: August 27, 2012 First Semester 81 Days Second Semester 96 Days Reporting Periods 1st 6-Weeks 29 Days 2nd 6-Weeks 30 Days 3rd 6-Weeks 22 Days 4th 6-Weeks 34 Days 5th 6-Weeks 33 Days 6th 6-Weeks 29 Days ________________________ Total School Days 177 Days Staff Development Days 10 Days Total Days 187 Days Staff Development (students not in attendance) Sept. 3 [comp day]; Aug. 20-24; Jan 2-3 [comp day]; Jan 4; June 3 School Holidays Thanksgiving Holiday Nov. 21-23 Christmas Holiday Dec. 24-31 New Year Holiday Jan. 1 MLK Holiday Jan. 21 Spring Break Mar. 11-15 Good Friday Holiday Mar. 29 Memorial Day May 27 Testing Dates TAKS/STAAR/EOC Testing Oct. 22-25; Dec. 3-14 March 4-7; April 1-5; April 22-26; May 6-17; June 25-26; July 8-19 Designated Bad Weather Day March 1 June 3 Designated FMNV Day District Wide FMNV Day Dec. 21 District Wide FMNV Day Feb. 14 District Wide FMNV Day Mar. 28 District Wide FMNV Day May 29 Graduation GHS Graduation May 31

Key [ Reporting Period Begins ] Reporting Period Ends Work Day / Staff Development Holiday(s) No Classes Bad Weather Day/Holiday STAAR/EOC/TAKS Testing Staff Development Comp Day New Teacher Orientation

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The annual state sales tax holiday is right around the corner.

The three-day annual event will begin on Friday, Aug. 17 and continue through the weekend to its conclusion at midnight on Sunday, Aug. 19. The tax holiday offers Texas families the opportunity to save on needed back-to-school items.

This year, shoppers will save an estimated $64.8 million in state and local sales taxes during the Sales Tax Holiday, according to the state Comp-troller’s office. The tax holiday weekend has been an annual event since 1999.

Shoppers will have the once-a-year opportunity to save on school supplies, backpacks and clothing. Just as in previ-ous years, retail customers will enjoy a full reprieve from sales and use tax for most clothing and footwear priced under

$100, which could save shop-pers about $8 on every $100 they spend. The holiday is fully inclusive — families and indi-viduals do not need to have a child to take advantage of the savings, and will enjoy relief

from both the 6.25% state sales tax as well as the additional 2% other entities may impose.

“As Texas seeks to continue its climb out of recent years’ economic downturn, 2012’s sales tax holiday is a welcome opportunity to enjoy some savings as we ready for our childrens’ return to school,” said State Sen. Glen Hegar. “During the 81st Texas Legisla-ture in 2009, I joined with my House and Senate colleagues to expand the list of items that qualify for exemption from Texas state and local sales and use taxes, a benefit I certainly encourage us all to take advan-tage of.”

Below is a list of some of the items and their exemption sta-tus for this weekend:

Tax-Free ItemsBaby clothes; Backpacks for

use by elementary and sec-ondary students; Belts with attached buckles; Boots - cow-boy, hiking; Caps/hats - base-ball, fishing, golf, knitted; Coats and wraps; Diapers - adult and baby; Dresses; Gloves (gener-ally); Gym suits and uniforms; Hooded shirts and hooded sweatshirts; Hosiery; Jackets; Jeans; Jerseys - baseball and football; Jogging apparel; Neck-

wear and ties; Pajamas; Pants and trousers; Raincoats and ponchos; Robes; Shirts; Shoes - sandals, slippers, sneakers, ten-nis, walking; Socks (including athletic); Shorts; Suits, slacks, and jackets; Sweatshirts; Sweat suits; Sweaters; Swimsuits; Un-derclothes; Work clothes and uniforms

Taxed ItemsAccessories (generally)

- barrettes, elastic ponytail holders, wallets, watches; Backpacks - unless for use by elementary and secondary students; Baseball cleats and pants; Belt buckles (without

belt); Boots - climbing, fishing, rubber work boots, ski, waders; Buttons and zippers; Cloth and lace, knitting yarns, and other fabrics; Dry cleaning services; Football pants; Golf gloves; Handbags and purses; Hand-kerchiefs; Hard hats; Helmets - bike, baseball, football, hockey, motorcycle, sports; Ice skates; Jewelry; Laundering services; Leather goods - except belts with buckles and wearing ap-parel; Pads - football, hockey, soccer, elbow, knee, shoulder; Personal flotation devices; Rented clothing (including uniforms, formal wear, and costumes); Roller blades and

skates; Safety clothing, glasses; Shoes - bicycle (cleated), bowl-ing, golf.

Texans will save an esti-mated $64.8 million in 2012 during the state and local sales taxes holiday.

A word of caution for retail-ers: If you sell items that do not qualify for the exemption, you may not advertise or promise that you will pay your custom-ers’ sales tax. You are prohib-ited from advertising that you will not collect sales tax on items that do not qualify, but you may advertise that tax is included in the sales price of the taxable items that you sell.

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The District’s dress code is established to teach grooming and hygiene, prevent disrup-tion, and minimize safety hazards. The dis-trict prohibits pictures, emblems, or writings on clothing that are lewd, offensive, vulgar, obscene, that advertise tobacco products, al-coholic beverages of any kind, drugs, or any other substance prohibited under school pol-icy. It prohibits any dress or grooming that, in the principal’s judgment, may reasonably be expected to interfere with normal school op-erations. The dress code applies anytime a stu-dent is on campus during a normal school day and anytime a student is involved in an event or extra-curricular activity that represents Gonzales ISD. Co-Curricular and extra-curricu-lar uniforms will be specified by the sponsors of organizations and approved to meet GISD Standard of Excellency by the campus Princi-pal. Violations of the dress code; see student code of conduct for consequences.

Students and parents may determine a student’s personal dress and grooming stan-dards, provided that they comply with the fol-lowing:

1. No student on school property or at any school activity shall wear, possess, use, distrib-ute, display or sell any clothing, jewelry, em-blem, badge, symbols, sign or other things, which are evidence of membership or affilia-tion in any gang.

2. Hair must be neat and clean. Boys’ hair must not extend below the top of the collar of a dress shirt, below the bottom of the ear, or over the eyes.

3. Any hairstyle, which by its appearance causes a disruption of any kind, as determined by a school administrator, is unacceptable.

4. Males must be clean-shaven if facial hair is noticeable. Sideburns cannot extend below the bottom of the ear.

5. Shorts, skorts, dresses, and skirts should be to the knee and appropriate for the school setting. Decency when sitting shall be a prime factor in determining appropriateness for the school setting.

6. Miniskirts, leggings, tight shorts, tights, cut-offs, wind shorts, nylon, athletic, or wind pants are not acceptable. Leggings may be worn under dresses or skirts of appropriate length. Biker shorts may not be worn; includ-ing jean shorts that are tight and rolled up. Boxer or spandex shorts are not acceptable as outer wear and must not be visible.

7. School appropriate shirts are: Collared Polo shirts, T-Shirts (must have a hemmed neck line) deemed appropriate (in item 8 and 9 below), and Collared button front straight hem (front and back of shirt same length) shirts may be worn un-tucked; however the shirts cannot extend below the top of the back pockets.

8. PK-12 Gonzales Apache spirit shirts, brand name t-shirts, athletic shirts, appropri-

ate college shirts, and school organization shirts may be worn.

9. PK-4 students may wear t-shirts and shirts that depict caricatures may be worn (ex-amples Winnie the Pooh, Cinderella, Clowns, Balloons, Flowers, etc); however, shirts may not depict inappropriate caricatures (dragons, snakes, swords, etc.).

10. All clothing that shows undergarments is unacceptable, including clothing with con-spicuously low necklines and/or low backs.

11. Sagging pants (pants worn below the waist) will not be allowed. Belts will be worn in grades 5-12 for all male students. Pants must be hemmed, not frayed, and without holes.

12. Oversized clothing or coats may not be worn. Sweaters, sweat shirts, and jackets must not fall below the back pockets.

13. Clothing such as undergarments, muscle shirts, halter-tops, cropped shirts, tank tops, spaghetti straps, and clothing that shows a bare midriff or cleavage are not ac-ceptable.

14. Students shall not be permitted to wear hats, caps, sunglasses, sweatbands, or other disrupting apparel in any building on campus during school hours.

15. Garments that have spikes (bracelets, necklaces, belts, etc.) are not permitted.

16. Males may not wear earrings. Females may wear earrings. No other body piercing jewelry of any kind will be accepted.

17. Bare feet and metal taps are not accept-able.

18. House shoes, distracting, or unsafe shower shoes (beach type) will not be al-lowed.

19. Cleats may not be worn in any school building. Shoes with built-in skates or wheels (Healies) are not permitted in any building un-less the wheels have been removed.

20. Primary and Elementary aged students are required to wear closed toe shoes to sup-port safety during P.E. and recess activities. If wearing sandals of any kind, please send closed toe shoes for these age groups.

21. Clothing that displays violence, obscen-ity, tobacco products, alcoholic beverages, drugs, or any other substance prohibited un-der policy FNCF (L), is prohibited.

22. Any other attire that disrupts the edu-cational process as determined by a school administrator is prohibited.

23. The school, advisor, or sponsor of any specific activity or function may impose ad-ditional guidelines.

24. All tattoos will be covered at all times.25. No cargo pants allowed.26. Students may wear CYFL Apache jerseys

and cheerleader uniforms on Fridays during football season.

27. Additional dress code guidelines are re-quired by D.A.E.P. they may be obtained from the campus administrator.

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Nixon-Smiley CISD: 2012-13 School Supply ListNixon-Smiley

Consolidated ISDPRE-K (3 yrs.)2-crayola crayons (16 ct)1-ziploc gallon bags1-ziploc sandwich bags 3 rolls of paper towels 1 pair of blunt scissors1 bottle of hand sanitizer2-crayola washable watercolors (8ct)10-#2 pencils4 glue sticks3-kleenex1-school glue backpack (non rolling)3-baby wipe refills

PRE-K (4yrs.)2-crayola water colors (basic 8)2-crayola crayons (24 count boxes)1-box gallon ziploc bags1-box quart ziploc bags3 rolls of paper towels 1 pair of child safe scissors10-#2 pencils2-crayola classic washable markersbackpack (non rolling)4-gluesticks2-school glue3-baby wipe refills 3-kleenex1-bottle of hand sanitizer

KINDERGARTEN24-#2 pencils1-plastic folder w/brads1-pair of scissors3-large glue sticks1-box of gallon ziploc bags (boys)1-box of sandwich ziploc bags (girls)1-baby wipes refill1-bottle of hand-sanitizer1-box of kleenex2-70 pg. Spiral notebooks3-24 ct. Crayola crayons 2-pink erasers1-plastic crayon box1-bottle of school glue1-backpack (non-rolling)1-roll of paper towels

FIRST GRADE48-#2 pencils1-3-ring binder 1”1-pair of scissors4-large glue sticks1-box of gallon ziploc bags (boys)1-box of sandwich ziploc bags (girls)1-bottle of hand-sanitizer2-boxes of kleenex (or equivalent)3-24 ct. Crayola crayons or equivalent2-pink eraser2-plastic pocket folders (one green and

one red)1-plastic crayon box2-bottles of school glue1-backpack (non-rolling) SECOND GRADE2-wide-rule 70 count spiral (1 red, 1 blue)5-plastic folders w/ brads (1 green, 1 red,

2 blue, 1 orange)24-#2 pencils1-bottle of glue2-glue sticks1-24 ct. Crayola crayons1-pair of scissors1-box of gallon ziploc bags1-box of sandwich ziploc bags 2- kleenex boxes 2-pkgs. Of large erasers1-plastic crayon box or zippered pencil

bag1-backpack (non-rolling)no binders please

THIRD GRADE2-wide-rule 70 count spiral notebooks (1

red, 1 blue)7-pocket folders with brads (2 green, 2

red, 2 blue, 1 orange)1-3 ring notebook (1”)2 packs of 24-#2 pencils2-glue stick1-24 ct. Crayola crayons or equivalent1-pair of scissors 1-box of gallon ziploc bags (boys)1-box of sandwich ziploc bags (girls)2-bottles of hand-sanitizer3-boxes of kleenex4-big pink erasers1-zippered pencil bag1-backpack (non-rolling)

1 pkg of baby wipes

FOURTH GRADE4 pkg of No. 2 pencils (not mechanical)2 pkg of glue sticks1 Bottle of glue2 pkg of 5 dividersBoys- Ziploc Gallon Bags - 1 BoxGirls - Ziploc Quart Bags - 1 Box1 Green Folder w/pockets and brads1 Red Folder w/pockets and brads1 Blue Folder w/pockets and brads1 Yellow Folder w/pockets and brads1 Orange Folder w/pockets and brads5 Spiral Notebooks (green, red, blue, yel-

low, orange)4 pkg large erasers (not pencil tops)3 Large boxes of Kleenex 3 pkg map pencils1 pkg of washable thick tip markers1 pkg of washable thin tip markers1 – 1 ½ inch 3 ring binder with plastic

sleeve on the front and pockets on the inside front and back

4 pkg notebook paper2 pkg 3x5 Notecards1 pair sharp scissors3 Composition Books1 Container of Clorox Wipes1 pkg Highlighters

FIFTH GRADE2 pkg of No. 2 pencils (not mechanical)5 folders with pockets1 pkg of red pens1 black permanent marker with a fine

point1 large eraser or several pencil top erasers3 large boxes of Kleenex2 pkg of notebook paper3 pkg of dividers (5)1 pkg of map pencils1 box of Crayons (24 or 48 no larger)Elmer’s school glue (no glue sticks or gel)Sharp scissorsCrayola markers classic colors3 spiral notebooks 2 pkg of note cards1 Trapper Keeper2 containers of Clorox wipesPencil Bag3 - 2 inch binders

1 - 3 inch binder1 - 4 GB flashdriveGirls - one box of gallon ziploc bagsBoys - one box of sandwich ziploc bags

SIXTH GRADE2 pkg- No. 2 pencils 2 pkg- 2 glue sticks1 pair- sharp scissors1 box- Crayola Markers (washable)1 pkg- red pens1 pkg- blue or black pens1 large pencil eraser3 large boxes of Kleenex4 pkg- notebook paper 1 pkg- colored map pencils2- 1 inch, three ring binder1 protractor1 ruler with inches and cm1 pkg- dividers with tabs5 pocket folders with brads (red, blue,

green, yellow, orange)2 pkg 3 x 5 index cards 6 Spiral notebooks1 pkg of Assorted Highlighters1 - 4 GB flashdrive1 trapper keeperPencil bag1 large pink eraserSEVENTH GRADE3 – composition books4 – pocket folders with brads7 – 24-count boxes of pencils2 – box of broad-tip markers1 – box of thin-tip markers3 – large erasers3 – package of wide-ruled notebook paper3 – package of blue or black pens2 – boxes of tissue (Kleenex)1 - highlighter1 – bottle of hand sanitizer1 – large spiral notebook1 – 1” notebook or binder1 – pencil pouch that has brads to stay in

the notebook1 – package of glue sticks1 – pair of scissors1 – 1 ½ inch notebook or binder with

plastic covering for inserts (No other binder is acceptable.)

1 – set of dividers1 – 1-subject spiral notebook

Luling Primary SchoolPRE-KINDERGARTEN2 Crayola Crayons (24 Count) 1 Box Dry Erase Markers1 Box Crayola Washable Classic Markers 1 Wide Rule Spiral Notebook (70 page)1 Crayola Washable Watercolors (8 Count) 1 Elmer’s School Glue (4 oz. – No Gel)2 Containers of Play-Doh 2 Boxes of Kleenex Tissue1 Bottle of Sanitizer 1 Backpack- NO WHEELS (large enough for

12” x 10” folder)$1.00 for other SuppliesNOTE: Please have the student’s name on the

following items: WASHABLE MARKERS, WASH-ABLE WATERCOLORS, SPIRAL NOTEBOOK, AND BACKPACK

KINDERGARTEN1 Wide Ruled Spiral Notebook (70 pages) 2 Bottles Elmer’s Glue (4 oz. – No Gel)1 Spacemaker School Box (5x8x2) 2 Large Pink Erasers3 Crayola Crayons (24 Count) 2 Crayola Washable Watercolors (8 Count)2 Washable Classic Markers (8 Count) 2 Expo Dry Erase Markers (Blunt or Chiseled-

No Fine)2 Boxes Kleenex 24 #2 Pencils1 pair Fiskars Scissors (Blunt tip) 1 Bottle Hand Sanitizer (10 oz. pump)1 Backpack- NO WHEELS $1.00 for other supplies

FIRST GRADE3 Folders with brads and pockets (1 red, 1 yel-

low, 1 blue) 1 Package Highlighters1 Package Expo Dry Erase Markers 1 Package Washable Markers1 School Supply Box 1 Pair Fiskars Scissors1 Bottle Elmer’s Glue 12 Glue Sticks2 Red Pens 24 #2 Pencils4 Boxes Crayons (24 Count) 6 Pink Erasers2 Spiral Notebooks (70 Count) 2 Boxes Kleenex1 Jumbo (XL) Elastic Book Cover 1 Bottle Hand Sanitizer1 Box Ziplock Sandwich Baggies 1 Backpack- NO WHEELS$2.00 for other supplies

Leonard ShanklinElementary School

SECOND GRADE1-pkg dry erase markers 3- boxes tissue4– folders w/brads(1 red, 1 yellow, 1 blue, 1

green) 2 – 10 oz bottles hand sanitizer1 – pair Fiskars scissors 4 – Large pink erasers(NOT pencils top erasers)24 - #2 pencils(no decorated or plastic coated) 1- spiral (any color) 70 count/ WIDE RULED4- red pens 1 – box quart sized zippered storage bags4 – boxes crayons – 24 count 1- back pack – NO WHEELS1 - Plastic crayon/ supply box 6 – large glue sticks – NO ELMER’S GLUE

THIRD GRADE6–Glue Sticks- no preference 1 – pkg. pencil top erasers1- box zip lock gallon bags (Girls only) 1- Ruler- inches and centimeters(for use at

home)2 – Boxes (16) Crayons 1 – pair of kids scissors1 – bottle hand sanitizer- (Germ-X) 4– EXPO fine-point markers2 – Large Boxes Kleenex 1- box zip lock sandwich bags (Boys only)7 – (70-100 Pages) Spiral Notebooks, wide-

ruled 1 – Zippered pouch for pencils (NO BOXES)3 – Package (12 count) #2 Wooden Pencils 1- 1” binder – no larger1 – large package Notebook paper (no narrow

lines) 1 – plastic folder for homework1 – Divider with tabs (set of 5)4 – Folders with pockets and brads

(Red,Yellow,Blue, Green)NOTE: No Trapper Keepers allowed

FOURTH GRADE2 – Package (12) Map Colors 2 – Boxes (16) Crayons4- Black Expo dry erase markers (2- bold and

2 fine point) 2- pkgs. of Dividers with Tabs (set of 5)4 – Large Pink Erasers 1- Hand sanitizer - 8 oz pump2 – Large Packages Notebook Paper 1 – box of Ziplock Bags any size4– Packages (12 count) #2 Wooden Pencils 3- Large Boxes of Kleenex1- 1” - Metal Ring Binder with hardback 3- Large Glue sticks – no preference1 - 2” - Metal Ring Binder with hardback 1- hand held pencil sharpener1- Zippered pouch for pencils (NO BOXES) 1- pkgs. highlighters2 – Spiral Notebook (70-100 Pages) wide-ruled4- Folders with pockets & brads (Blue, Yellow,

Red, & Green) NOTE: No Trapper Keepers allowed

FIFTH GRADE1 – Package highlighters 2 – Large Pencil Erasers & eraser tops1 – Package dry erase markers black 2- pkg. of 5 dividers1- Pencil sharpener w/ case 2 – Wet Ones container1 – Zippered Pouch for Pencils (No Boxes) 1- pair of kid scissors1– 1”- (Metal) Ring Binder with pockets 1 - Composition notebook1 – 2” (Metal) Ring Binder 2 – Boxes of Kleenex – no preference1 – Spiral Notebook (70-100 Pages) - (wide-

ruled only) 6– Glue Sticks – Large2 – Package (24 count) #2 Wooden Pencils 3 – Boxes (12) Map Colors2 – Large Packages Notebook Paper (wide-

ruled only) 1– Box Crayons1 – pkg. of 100 3x5 index cards 1 – pkg. markers6 – Folders w/ brads & pockets any color (1

Plastic folder for Music/Art)1 Dictionary for home use

Luling Junior High School

SIXTH GRADE1-box of map color pencils 1-box of Kleenex 2-large erasers 2-pkgs of #2 lead pencils1-tub of Clorox wipes1-one inch 3 ring binder 1-spiral notebook1-inch 3 ring binder 1-spiral notebook1-one inch 3 ring binder1-one inch 3 ring binder1-composition book 1-set of 6 dividers 1-box of map color pencils 1-dozen blue or black ink pens 1-folder with pockets & brads 1-pkg of black EXPO fine tip markers 1-bottle of hand sanitizer 2-dozen #2 lead pencils 2-pkgs of wide ruled notebook paper 2-boxes of Kleenex

SEVENTH GRADE1-5 subject spiral notebook with pocket divid-

ers 1-pkg wide ruled notebook paper 1-box of Kleenex 1-pkg of #2 lead pencils 1-hand held pencil sharpener 1-pkg of blue or black ink pens 1-large eraser 1-pkg of highlighters with 4 different colors 2-pkgs of 100 – 3” x 5” lined index cards1-composition notebook 1-box of washable Crayola markers 1-box of 24 crayons 1-pkg of mechanical pencils 2- folders with brads1-dozen #2 lead pencils 1-box of map color pencils (at least 20) 1-bottle of hand sanitizer 1-box of Kleenex 1-pkg of highlighters in various colors

2-pkgs of wide ruled notebook paper 2-single subject spirals with pockets

EIGHTH GRADE1-tub of Clorox wipes1-5 subject spiral notebook with pocket divid-

ers 1-pkg wide ruled notebook paper 1-pkg of #2 lead pencils 1-pkg of blue or black ink pens 1-hand held pencil sharpener 1-pkg of highlighters with 4 different colors 1-box of Kleenex 1-large eraser 2-pkgs of 100 – 3” x 5” lined index cards1-pkg of mechanical pencils 1-box of 24 crayons

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S M T W Th F S 15-17 New Teacher Inservice S M T W Th F S1 2 3 4 20-23 Staff Development 1 2

5 6 7 8 9 10 11 24 Teacher Workday 3 4 5 6 7 8 912 13 14 15 16 17 18 27 First Day of School 10 11 12 13 14 15 1619 20 21 22 23 24 25 27 17 18 19 20 21 22 2326 27 28 29 30 31 5 19 24 25 26 27 28

3S M T W Th F S S M T W Th F S

1 1 22 3 4 5 6 7 8 5 3 4 5 6 7 8 99 10 11 12 13 14 15 8 10 11 12 13 14 15 1616 17 18 19 20 21 22 17 18 19 20 21 22 23

23/30 24 25 26 27 28 29 19 9 Second Six Weeks Ends 15 24/31 25 26 27 28 29 3012

19-20 PD Exchange DaysS M T W Th F S 21-23 S M T W Th F S

1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 67 8 9 10 11 12 13 7 8 9 10 11 12 1314 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Third Six Weeks Ends/ 14 15 16 17 18 19 2021 22 23 24 25 26 27 21 Early Dismissal 21 22 23 24 25 26 2728 29 30 31 23 24-31 Christmas Holiday 21 28 29 30

January 2013S M T W Th F S 7 Staff Development/Holiday S M T W Th F S

1 2 3 8 Fourth Six Weeks Begins 1 2 3 44 5 6 7 8 9 10 21 Dr. King Holiday 5 6 7 8 9 10 1111 12 13 14 15 16 17 12 13 14 15 16 17 1818 19 20 21 22 23 24 February 2013 19 20 21 22 23 24 2525 26 27 28 29 30 17 22 Fourth Six Weeks Ends 22 26 27 28 29 30 31

25 Fifth Six Weeks Begins

S M T W Th F S S M T W Th F S1 11-15 1

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 29 2 3 4 5 6 7 89 10 11 12 13 14 15 9 10 11 12 13 14 1516 17 18 19 20 21 22 16 17 18 19 20 21 22

23/30 24/31 25 26 27 28 29 15 19 Fifth Six Weeks Ends 4 23/30 24 25 26 27 28 29First Semester Days 79 22 Sixth Six Weeks Begins 98 Second Semester Days

S M T W Th F S S M T W Th F S1 2 3 4 5 27 1 2 3 4 5 6

6 7 8 9 10 11 12 7 8 9 10 11 12 1313 14 15 16 17 18 19 June 2013 14 15 16 17 18 19 2020 21 22 23 24 25 26 6 Early Dismissal 21 22 23 24 25 26 2727 28 29 30 31 17 7 Graduation/Teacher Workday 28 29 30 31

Early Dismissal (12:30) 177 Total School DaysStaff Development (Student Holiday) Bad Weather Day 10 Staff Development / Work DaysTeacher Workday (Student Holiday) Holiday

2 Staff Dev. Exchange Days 6 week ends Graduation/Teacher WorkdayStart of semesterEnd of semester

Revised 05/25/12

New Teacher Inservice

October 2012

April 2013

May 2013

Thanksgiving Holiday

Easter Holiday

December 2012

October 2012

November 2012

December 2012

January 2013

April 2013

May 2013

June 2013

July 2013

First Six Weeks Ends

Bad Weather Day

Spring Break Holiday

Second Six Weeks Begins

Third Six Weeks Begins

March 2013

November 2012

2012 - 2013 LISD CALENDARAugust 2012 February 2013

September 2012 March 2013

August 2012

September 2012

First Six Weeks Begins

Labor Day Holiday

Research indicates that children whose parents get involved with their education are more likely to earn better grades and less likely to have behavior problems in the classroom.

The concept of parents working in conjunction with schools is nothing new. A 1987 study by Paul G. Fehrmann and colleagues documented the importance of parental involvement on their child’s grades. Published in the Journal of Education Research, the study found that when parents stayed directly involved in their child’s studies throughout high school, the child’s grades improved.

There are many different reasons for parents to get involved with their child’s school and the community. Helping their children succeed is just one of them. The choice is just how to go about connecting with the school. Here are a few ideas.

Work with the teacherTeachers are increasingly facing obstacles with

regards to time and funding. Many must preside over large classes and are responsible for outfitting their classrooms with certain supplies. This presents ideal opportunities for parents to step up and pitch in.

Volunteering in your child’s classroom is a good way for you to help his or her teacher and get a firsthand account of what your child is doing in class. You may be asked to prepare and package homework assignments or put together materials for craft projects. Some teachers welcome parents who come in to read books to the class or even give spelling tests. Think about chaperoning a field trip or helping with the set-up and clean-up of class parties. If you keep an open dialogue with the teacher through phone calls or e-mail, you may be presented with plenty of opportunities to get involved.

Attend meetingsParent-teacher associations or organizations

are often instrumental in helping a school to run smoothly. They are the people behind fundraisers and special activities outside of the classroom. The PTA is also privy to information on upcoming events before the rest of the school community.

Attending monthly meetings can keep you up to speed on the goings-on at your child’s school. It will also ensure your voice is heard with regards to school policy. Showing your face at meetings will also give you the opportunity to meet other parents.

Attend special eventsNot every parent can serve on the PTA or be

present in the daily activities of the classroom. However, you can show your support by attending special events hosted by the school -- such as fundraisers or field-day activities.

Volunteer your time with the setup of teacher-appreciation lunches and bake sales, serve as a tour guide for the school when new parents are invited, build sets or make costumes for a school play, or take pictures of events and create a collage to be put on display in the school.

Volunteer your skillsSome schools can benefit from the specialized

skills of parents. Ask if you can come in and talk about your job or hobby and demonstrate it to the class. Individuals who have technology skills can volunteer to install computer software or to run networking throughout the school. If you have a background in print layout, find out if you can help design and publish the school newsletter or yearbooks.

Anytime a parent volunteers his or her time, that means less funding has to go to hiring an outside vendor for the job, saving the school money it sorely needs.

Being involved in your child’s school sets a positive example for your kids and provides their school with some much-needed assistance.

Getting involved: it makes a difference




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S M T W T F S S M T W T F S1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1[H 2[H 3[H 4[H 58 9 10 11 12 13 14 6 7 8 9 10 11] 1215 16 17 18 19 20 21 13 [14 5 16 17 18[E 1922 23 24 25 26 27 28 20 21[W 22 23 24 25 2629 30 31 19 27 28 29 30 31

[F FLEX (WORK) DAYS: Aug 13,14,15S M T W T F S [S STAFF DEV.: Aug 16,17,20,21,22 S M T W T F S

1 2 3 4 TEACHER WORK DAY(s): Jan 21, 2013 1 25 6 7 8 9 10 11 3 4 5 6 7 8 912 13[F 14[F 15[F 16[S 17[S 18 [M Make-up FLEX Days: Aug 23, 24 10 11 12 13 14 15[B 1619 20[S 21[S 22[S 23[M 24[M 25 17 18 19 20 21 22] 2326 [27 28 29 30 31 13 Labor Day: Sept 3 19 24 [25 26 27 28

Columbus Day: Oct 8 Thanksgiving Break: Nov. 21 thru 23

S M T W T F S Winter Break: Dec. 24 thru Jan 4 S M T W T F S1 Teacher Work Day: Jan 21 1[E 2

2 3[H 4 5 6 7 8 SPRING BREAK: Mar 11 thru15 3 4[T 5[T 6[T 7[T 8 99 10 11 12 13 14 15 Good Friday Holiday: Mar 29 10 11[H 12[H 13[H 14[H 15[H 1616 17 18 19 20 21 22 Memorial Day Holiday: May 27 17 18 19 20 21 22 2323 24 25 26 27 28 29 24 25 26 27 28 29[H 3030 19 15 31

Easter

S M T W T F S S M T W T F S1 2 3 4 5] 6 1[T 2[T 3[T 4[T 5[T 6

7 8[H [9 10 11 12[E 13 7 8 9 10 11 12] 1314 15 16 17 18 19 20 14 [15 16 17 18[E 19[B 2021 22[T 23[T 24[T 25[T 26 27 21 22[T 23[T 24[T 25[T 26[T 2728 29 30 31 22 21 28 29 30

S M T W T F S S M T W T F S1 2 3 1 2 3 4

4 5 6 7 8 9 10 5 6[T 7[T 8[T 9[T 10[T 1111 12 13 14 15 16 17 12 13[T 14[T 15[T 16[T 17[T 1818 [19 20[E 21[H 22[H 23[H 24 [ Aug thru Oct ] 19 20 21 22 2325 26 27 28 29 30 19 [ Oct thru Nov ] 22 26 27[H 28 29 30 [ Nov thru Jan ]

S M T W T F S S M T W T F S1 [ Jan thru Feb ] 1 [W-> 1[G

2 3[T 4[T 5[T 6[T 7[T 8 [ thru Apr ] 2 3 4 5 6 7 89 10[T 11[T 12[T 13[T 14[T 15 [ Apr thru May ] 9 10 11 12 13 14 1516 17 18 19 20 21[E 22 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 2223 24[H 2[H5 26[H 27[H 28[H 29 23 24 25[T 26[T 27 28 2930 31[H [B = Bad Weather Make-Up Days 21 30

Feb 15 and Apr 19 LAST DAY OF SCHOOL: May 31

[G GRADUATION: 6 P.M.,June 1, 2013Subject to change without notice

Dec-12

First Semester

Nov-12

Jun-13

24 25

May-13

WISD GRADING PERIODS

2731][E

Jul-12

Aug-12

Holidays [H

June 1, 2013

SCHOOL DISTRICT

TOTAL SCHOOL DAYS = 175

Second Semester

Days = 95

Early Release Dates [E=1:30 p.m.]

Oct 22 thru 25

16

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Sep-12

Oct-12

[W

Feb

11Days = 80

199

5

Dec 3 thru 14

Jan-13

TESTING DATES [T

Apr-13

Mar-13

2012-2013COMMUNITY CALENDAR

WAELDER INDEPENDENT

Feb-13

Mar 4 thru 7

June 25 & 26May 14 & 15

152514

Oct 12, Nov 20, Dec 21, Jan 18, Mar 1, Apr 18* [or 19], May 31

Apr 22 thru 26Apr 1 thru 5

Board Adopted: Feb 20. 2012 Revised 8/9/2012

SUN MON TUES WED THURS FRI SATAUGUST 1 2 3 4

5 6 7 8 9 10 1112 13 14 15 16 17 18 20th - 24th - Teacher Inservice19 20 21 22 23 24 25 27th - 1st Day of School26 27 28 29 30 31 31st - Early Release

SEPTEMBER 12 3 4 5 6 7 8 3rd - Labor Day Holiday9 10 11 12 13 14 15

16 17 18 19 20 21 2223 24 25 26 27 28 2930

OCTOBER 1 2 3 4 5 6 5th - End of 1st 6-Weeks 29 days7 8 9 10 11 12 13 8th - Columbus Day Holiday

14 15 16 17 18 19 2021 22 23 24 25 26 2728 29 30 31

NOVEMBER 1 2 34 5 6 7 8 9 10 16th - End of 2nd 6-Weeks 29 days

11 12 13 14 15 16 17 21st - Early Release18 19 20 21 22 23 24 22nd - 23rd Thanksgiving Holidays25 26 27 28 29 30

DECEMBER 12 3 4 5 6 7 89 10 11 12 13 14 15

16 17 18 19 20 21 22 20th - Early Release23 24 25 26 27 28 29 21st thru 1st - Christmas Holidays30 31

JANUARY 1 2 3 4 56 7 8 9 10 11 12 11th - End of 3rd 6-Weeks 30 days

13 14 15 16 17 18 19 21st - MLK Day & Stock Show - Early Release20 21 22 23 24 25 2627 28 29 30 31

FEBRUARY 1 23 4 5 6 7 8 9

10 11 12 13 14 15 16 18th Bad Weather day17 18 19 20 21 22 23 22nd - End of 4th 6-Weeks 29 days24 25 26 27 28

MARCH 1 23 4 5 6 7 8 9

10 11 12 13 14 15 1617 18 19 20 21 22 23 28th - Early Release24 25 26 27 28 29 30 29th - Easter Holiday31

APRIL 1 2 3 4 5 67 8 9 10 11 12 13 12th - End of 5th 6-Weeks 34 days

14 15 16 17 18 19 2021 22 23 24 25 26 27

28 29 30 29th - Bad Weather DayMAY 1 2 3 4

5 6 7 8 9 10 1112 13 14 15 16 17 18 24th - End of 6th 6-Weeks 29 days19 20 21 22 23 24 25 24th - Last Day of School; Early Release26 27 28 29 30 31 1 24th - Graduation 180 days

MOULTON ISD 2012-2013 CALENDAR

KINDERGARTEN1 Package of 24 Standard #2 Pencils1 Package of Pencil Cap Erasers1 Bottle of Elmer’s Glue6 Glue Sticks2 Boxes of Kleenex1 Pair of Student Safety Scissors with

Blunt End3 Boxes of 24 Crayons1 Box of 8 Markers Classic Colors4 Green Two Pocket Vinyl Folders with

Brads1 Yellow Two Pocket Folder with Brads2 Red Two Pocket Folders with Brads1 Container of Baby Wipes1 Box of Ziploc Bags (Quart Sized) [Boys]1 Box of Ziploc Bags (Gallon Sized)

[Girls]2 Dry Erase Black Markers1 Spiral Notebook

FIRST GRADE2 Packages of 24 Standard #2 Pencils1 Package of Pencil Cap Erasers4 Glue Sticks3 Boxes of Kleenex1 Pair of Student Safety Scissors with

Blunt End2 Boxes of Crayons1 Box of Ziploc Bags (Quart Sized) [Boys]1 Box of Ziploc Bags (Gallon Sized)

[Girls]3 Red Pens5 Two Pocket Folders with Brads (Red,

Blue, Green, Yellow, Purple)4 Dry Erase Black Markers4 Composition Notebooks2 Packages of Wide-Ruled Notebook Pa-

per1 Pencil Box1 Package of Index Cards1 Package of Manila Construction Paper

SECOND GRADE2 Packages of 24 Standard #2 Pencils4 Glue Sticks2 Boxes of Kleenex1 Pair of Student Safety Scissors with

Blunt End2 Boxes of Crayons2 Large Pink Erasers1 Package of Construction Paper (Boys)1 Package of Manila Paper (Girls)1 Box of Ziploc Bags (Quart Sized) [Boys]1 Box of Ziploc Bags (Gallon Sized)

[Girls]1 Package of Wide Ruled Notebook Paper4 Composition Notebooks2 Two Pocket Folders with Brads (Red,

Blue, Green, Yellow, Purple)1 Plastic Ruler2 Vinyl Folders (Blue and Red)1 Plastic School Supplies BoxBackpack (without wheels)

THIRD GRADE2 Vinyl Folders With Brads (Any Color)

2 Two Pocket Folders with Brads (Any Color)

3 1 Subject Spiral Notebooks6 Packages of 24 Standard #2 Pencils1 Package of Pencil Cap Erasers8 Large Glue Sticks2 Boxes of Kleenex1 Pair of Student Safety Scissors with

Blunt End2 Boxes of 24 Crayons1 Package of Colored Map Pencil1 Large Pink Eraser2 Packages of Baby Wipe Refills1 Package of Wide Ruled Notebook Paper1 Plastic School Supplies Box1 Yellow Highlighter2 Packs Dry Erase Markers (Thin-Any

Color)

FOURTH & FIFTH GRADES3 Glue Sticks2 Boxes of Kleenex1 Pair of Student Safety Scissors with Blunt

End1 Box of Crayons1 Box of Colored Map Pencil2 Green Folders with Brads2 Red Folders with Brads2 Yellow Folders with Brads1 Package of Dry Erase Markers3 Composition Notebooks2 Packages of Notebook Paper 1 Hand Pencil Sharpener1 Protractor1 Package Construction Paper1 Package of Red Pens1 Package of Highlighters

SIXTH THROUGH EIGHTH GRADES1 Package of Pencils1 Box of Kleenex1 Package of Colored Map Pencil3 (2 inch) Binders [Not Black]4 Composition Notebooks2 Packages of Notebook Paper 5 Sets of Dividers1 Ruler (12 Inch)1 Package of Red Pens1 Pack of Highlighters** Elective Courses May Require Additional

Supplies

HIGH SCHOOL1 Package of Pencils1 Package of Pens (Blue and Black)4 (1.5 inch) 3 Ring Binders 3 College Ruled 70 Sheet Spiral Notebooks4 Packages of College Ruled Notebook Paper 2 Packages of Tabbed Dividers2 Packages of 50 Sheet Graphing Paper1 Large Eraser1 2GB USB Flash Drive1 Pack of Assorted Highlighters1 Box of Markers** Elective Courses May Require Additional

Supplies

Moulton Elementary

SchoolPRE-K-36 #2 pencils1 pink eraser1 pair scissors (Fiskars

round tipped)2 boxes Crayola crayons (24

count)2 bottles of Elmer’s Glue

(Do not send gel)1 container Clorox wipes1 box resealable sandwich

bags1 bookbag or backpackChange of clothes in zip top

bag labeled with your child’s name

PRE-K-46 #2 pencils1 pink eraser1 pair scissors (Fiskars


count)2 bottles of Elmer’s Glue

(Do not send gel)1 container Wet Wipes1 bookbag or backpackChange of clothes in zip top

bag labeled with your child’s name

KINDERGARTEN1 School supply box (small)6 #2 pencils1 pair scissors (Fiskars


count)1 bookbag or backpack2 writing tablets (Mead

#48210 or Mead Hytone #48156 - available at Olle’s)

1 big box Kleenex tissues1 eraser2 bottles Elmer’s Glue (do

not send gel)1 plastic pocket folder with

brads (Green)1 paper pocket folder with

brads (Red)1 box resealable sandwich

bags1 package Wet Wipes1 Crayola Washable Water-

color Paints (16 count)

FIRST GRADE2 boxes crayons (24 count)1 box #2 pencils1 pair scissors (Fiskars

round tipped)2 Elmer’s glue2 erasers3 spiral notebooks5 pocket folders with brads1 box Kleenex tissues

1 box markers1 1” ruled writing tabletNOTE: School box will be

provided by teacher

SECOND GRADE1 box #2 pencils1 box crayons (64 count)1 De’Nealian Style Tablet

1/2” ruling (#T-4130)1 pair scissors (Fiskars

Pointed)2 bottles Elmer’s glue4 spiral notebooks (70

count)3 erasers2 glue sticks1 hand-held pencil sharp-

ener (optional)1 box markers (broad line)1 box Kleenex1 box (+) Flashcards1 box (-) FlashcardsNOTE: School box will be

provided by teacher

THIRD GRADE1 box #2 pencils1 box crayons1 bottle white Elmer’s glue1 pair scissors (Fiskars)1 ruler1 school supply box1 eraser1 box pencil colors1 red ink pen1 pencil sharpener1 pencil bag1 box markers3 wide-tipped Highlighters3 spiral notebooks (wide-

ruled, assorted colors)5 jumbo stretchy book cov-

ers6 pocket folders with brads

(assorted colors)1 package wide-ruled note-

book paper

FOURTH GRADE1 pencil bag1 bottle white Elmer’s glue1 pair scissors1 box pencil colors2 red ink pens1 eraser1 box crayons1 school supply box1 box regular markers1 box thin-tipped markers

1 box #2 pencils2 wide-tipped Highlighters

(yellow)6 pocket folders with brads

(assorted colors)4 1 1/2” binders4 packages of dividers for

the binders2 packages wide-ruled note-

book paper5 stretchy book covers1 hand-held pencil sharp-

ener1 ruler with both regular &

metric measurements1 package index cards (3X5)

FIFTH & SIXTH GRADE1 box #2 pencils1 bottle Elmer’s glue1 pair scissors1 ruler with both regular &

metric measurements1 wide-ruled spiral note-

book1 box pencil colors1 school supply box1 box crayons1 eraser2 blue or black ink pens2 red ink pens4 packages wide-ruled note-

book paper3 wide-tipped Highlighters

(yellow only)6 pocket folders with brads

(assorted colors)3 1 1/2” binders4 packages of dividers1 box Kleenex tissues3 packs index cards (3X5)1 box regular markers1 box thin-tipped markers1 pencil bag1 hand-held pencil sharp-

ener5 jumbo stretchy book cov-

ers

SEVENTH GRADE6 1 1/2” binders20 dividersPencil colors#2 pencilsBlack & red pensNotebook paperBlue, pink & green High-

lightersRuler with inches & centi-

meters

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Shiner ISD: 2012-13 School Supply ListPRE-KINDERGARTENCrayons 8-ct large CrayolaCrayons 16-ct regular Crayola

(3)Highlighter yellowPencils laddie w/eraser 12-ct

DixonScissors 5” blunt FiskarsSchool box 8.375 X 5.375 X

2.125 PlasticTissues 110-ct KleenexWatercolors 8-ct washable

Dixon Prang

KINDERGARTEN - BOYSSchool box 8.375 x 5.375 X

2.125 PlasticScissors 5 blunt FiskarsCrayons 24-ct regular Crayola

(2)Pencils laddie w/eraser 12-ct

DixonTissues 110-ct KleenexMarkers classic 8-ct broad

washable CrayolaZiploc bags gallon 20/boxNotebook spiral 3 sub. 120 pgs

asst. colors wide ruleEraser pink mediumWatercolors 8-ct washable

CrayolaWipes Clorox Disinfecting

35-ct bleach freeFolder poly pkts/brads yellowFolder poly pkts/brads blueGlue stick .21 oz Elmer’s (pur-

ple) (24)Pencil bag nylon 3 holes asst.

colors

KINDERGARTEN - GIRLSSchool box 8.375 x 5.375 X

2.125 PlasticScissors 5” blunt FiskarsCrayons 24-ct regular Crayola

(2)Pencils laddie w/eraser 12-ct

DixonTissues 110-ct KleenexMarkers classic 8-ct broad

washable CrayolaZiploc bags quart 25/boxNotebook spiral 3 sub. 120 pgs

asst. colors wide ruleEraser pink mediumWatercolors 8-ct washable

CrayolaHand sanitizer 4 ozFolder poly pkts/brads yellowFolder poly pkts/brads blueGlue stick .21 oz Elmer’s (pur-

ple) (24)Pencil bag nylon 3 holes asst.

colors

FIRST GRADE BOYSFolder poly pkts/brads blueFolder poly pkts/brads redFolder poly pkts/brads greenNotebook spiral 1 sub yellow

70 pgs wideCrayons 24-ct regular crayola

(2)Glue stick .21 oz Elmer’s (pur-

ple) (6)Glue 4 oz Elmer’s Glue (2)Scissors 5” blunt fiskarsPencils laddie w/eraser 12-ct

dixonEraser pink medium (4)Markers classic 8-ct broad

washable crayolaMarkers classic 8-ct thin

washable crayolaWatercolors 8-ct washable

crayolaTissues 110-ct kleenexZiploc bags gallon 20/boxHand sanitizer 4 ozSchool box 8.375 X 5.375 X

2.125 PlasticPencils mechanical .7mm lead

5-ct (2)Book cover fabric asst colorsPencil lead .7Mm refills 6-ct

(2)

FIRST GRADE GIRLSFolder poly pkts/brads blueFolder poly pkts/brads redFolder poly pkts/brads greenNotebook spiral 1 sub yellow

70 pgs wideCrayons 24-ct regular Crayola

(2)Glue stick .21 oz Elmer’s (pur-

ple) (6)Glue 4 oz Elmer’s (2)Scissors 5” blunt Fiskars

Pencils laddie w/eraser 12-ct Dixon

Eraser pink medium (4)Markers classic 8-ct broad

washable CrayolaMarkers classic 8-ct thin

washable CrayolaWatercolors 8-ct washable

CrayolaTissues 110-ct KleenexWipes Clorox Disinfecting

35-ct bleach-freePaper plates 6” 50-ctSchool box 8.375 X 5.375 X

2.125 PlasticPencils mechanical .7mm lead

5-ct (2)Book cover fabric asst colorsPencil lead .7mm refills

6-ct(2)

SECOND GRADE (Last name begins with A-G)

Pen single red Pentel (2)Pencils laddie w/eraser 12-ct

Dixon (2)Markers classic 8-ct broad

washable CrayolaCrayons 24-ct regular CrayolaColored pencils 24-ct long

CrayolaScissors 5” sharp FiskarsHighlighter yellowEraser pink medium (2)Glue 4 oz Elmer’sGlue stick .21 oz Elmer’s (pur-

ple) (2)Filler paper wide rule 200 pgs

Top FlightFolder poly pkts/brads yellowFolder poly pkts/brads blueClipboard letter sizeTissues 110-ct Kleenex (2)Wipes Clorox Disinfecting

35-ct bleach freeBinder 1” basic blackSchool box 13.5 X 8 x 4.25

Shoebox size w/lid

SECOND GRADE (Last name begins with H-L)Pen single red Pentel (2)Pencils laddie w/eraser 12-ct



CrayolaScissors 5” sharp FiskarsHighlighter yellowEraser pink medium (2)Glue 4 oz. Elmer’sGlue stick .21 oz Elmer’s (pur-


Top FlightFolder poly pkts/brads yellowFolder poly pkts/brads blueClipboard letter sizeTissues 110-ct Kleenex (2)Ziploc bags quart 25/boxBinder 1” basic blackSchool box 13.5 X 8 x 4.25

Shoebox size w/lid

SECOND GRADE (Last name M-Q)Pen single red Pentel (2)Pencils laddie w/eraser 12-ct



CrayolaScissors 5” sharp FiskarsHighlighter yellowEraser pink medium (2)Glue 4 oz Elmer’sGlue stick .21 oz Elmer’s (pur-


Top FlightFolder poly pkts/brads yellowFolder poly pkts/brads blueClipboard letter sizeTissues 110-ct Kleenex (2)Ziploc bags gallon 20/boxBinder 1” basic blackSchool box 13.5 X 8 x 4.25

shoebox size w/lid

SECOND GRADE (Last name begins with R-Z)Pen single red Pentel (2)Pencils laddie w/eraser 12-ct



CrayolaScissors 5” sharp fiskarsHighlighter yellowEraser pink medium (2)Glue 4 oz Elmer’sGlue stick .21 oz Elmer’s (pur-


Top FlightFolder poly pkts/brads yellowFolder poly pkts/brads blueClipboard letter sizeTissues 110-ct Kleenex (2)Hand sanitizer 4 ozBinder 1” Basic blackSchool box 13.5 X 8 x 4.25

Shoebox size w/lid

THIRD GRADE (Last name begins with A-C)Folder poly pkts/brads yellowFolder poly pkts/brads redFolder poly pkts/brads blueMarkers classic 8-ct thin

CrayolaColored pencils 8-ct long

CrayolaFiller paper wide rule 200 pgs

Top FlightNotebook spiral 1 sub yellow

70 pgs wideCrayons 24-ct regular CrayolaScissors 5” sharp FiskarsGlue 4 oz Elmer’sPen stick red 10-ctMarker perm Sharpie fine tip

blackPencils #2 sharpened Ticond-

eroga 12-ct (2)Clipboard letter sizeEraser pink medium (2)Binder 1” Basic blackBinder 1.5” Basic bluePencil bag nylon 3 holes asst.

colors (2)Dividers 5-tab asst. colors (3)Tissues 110-ct KleenexZiploc bags gallon 20/boxBook cover fabric asst colors

(5)

THIRD GRADE (Last name begins with D-L)Folder poly pkts/brads yellowFolder poly pkts/brads redFolder poly pkts/brads blueMarkers classic 8-ct thin







colors (2)Dividers 5 tab asst. colors (3)Tissues 110-ct KleenexZiploc bags quart 25/boxBook cover fabric asst colors

(5)

THIRD GRADE (Last name begins with M)Folder poly pkts/brads yellowFolder poly pkts/brads redFolder poly pkts/brads blueMarkers classic 8-ct thin







colors (2)Dividers 5 tab asst. Colors (3)Tissues 110-ct Kleenex

Wipes Clorox Disinfecting 35-ct bleach free

Book cover fabric asst colors (5)

THIRD GRADE (Last name begins with N-Z)Folder poly pkts/brads yellowFolder poly pkts/brads redFolder poly pkts/brads blueMarkers classic 8-ct thin




70 pgs wideCrayons 24-ct regular CrayolaScissors 5’ sharp FiskarsGlue 4 oz Elmer’sPen stick red 10-ctMarker perm Sharpie fine tip



colors (2)Dividers 5 tab asst. colors (3)Tissues 110-ct Kleenex (2)Book cover fabric asst colors

(5)

FOURTH GRADE - BOYSFiller paper wide rule 200 pgs

Top Flight (2)Binder 1” Value view whiteBinder 1.5” Value view whiteBinder 2” Value view white (2)Dividers 8 tab asst. colors (2)Index cards ruled spiral 3 x 5

50-ctFolder poly pkts/brads purpleFolder poly pkts/brads yellowGlue stick .21 oz Elmer’s (pur-

ple) (2)Tissues 110-ct KleenexEraser pink mediumColored pencils 8-ct long

Crayola (2)Marker perm Sharpie ultra

black (2)Book cover fabric asst colors

(4)Pencils #2 sharpened Ticond-

eroga 12-ct (2)Pen stick red 10-ctScissors 5” sharp FiskarsTape Scotch 1/2” x 450”Highlighter yellowDry erase marker 4-ct bullet

low odor Sanford ExpoSharpener 2 holes lg well asst

colorsWipes Clorox Disinfecting

35-ct bleach freePencil bag nylon 3 holes asst.

colors (2)

FOURTH GRADE - GIRLSFiller paper wide rule 200 pgs

Top Flight (2)Binder 1” Value view whiteBinder 1.5” Value view whiteBinder 2” Value view white

(2)Dividers 8 tab asst. colors (2)Index cards ruled spiral 3 x 5

50-ctFolder poly pkts/brads purpleFolder poly pkts/brads yellowGlue stick .21 oz Elmer’s

(purple) (2)Tissues 110-ct KleenexEraser pink mediumColored pencils 8-ct long

Crayola (2)Marker perm Sharpie ultra

black (2)Book cover fabric asst colors

(4)Pencils #2 sharpened Ticond-

eroga 12-ct (2)Pen stick red 10-ctScissors 5” sharp FiskarsTape Scotch 1/2” x 450”Highlighter yellowDry erase marker 4-ct bullet

low odor Sanford ExpoSharpener 2 holes lg well asst

colorsZiploc bags gallon 20/boxPencil bag nylon 3 holes asst.

colors (2)

FIFTH GRADENotebook spiral 1 sub red 70

pgs wideNotebook spiral 1 sub blue 70

pgs wideIndex cards ruled 3 x 5 100-

ct (2)

Binder 1” Value view whiteDividers 8 tab asst. colorsComposition book 100 pgs

blackFiller paper wide rule 200 pgs

Top Flight (2)Folder pckt brad purpleFolder pckt brad yellowMarker perm Sharpie ultra

blackMarker perm Sharpie fine tip

blackGlue 4 oz Elmer’sTape scotch 1/2” X 450”Highlighter yellowPencils Dixon Oriole 12-ct

(2)Pen single red Pentel (2)Colored pencils 8-ct long

CrayolaCrayons 24-ct regular Cray-

olaMarkers classic 8-ct broad

CrayolaPencil bag nylon 3 holes asst.

colorsEraser pink medium (2)Sharpener 2 holes lg well asst

colorsBook cover fabric asst colors

(4)Tissues 110-ct Kleenex

SIXTH GRADEPen stick red 10-ctMarker perm Sharpie fine tip

blackMarkers classic 8-ct broad


Top Flight (2)Folder poly 13 pkt expand w/

elastic closure asst.Eraser pink medium (2)Colored pencils 8-ct long

CrayolaTissues 110-ct KleenexPencil bag nylon 3 holes asst.

colorsPencils red checking 2-ctNotebook spiral 1 sub yellow

70 pgs widePen stick black 10-ctPencils #2 sharpened Ticond-

eroga 12-ct (2)

SEVENTH GRADEGeneral SuppliesPersonal planner: Please pur-

chase one that gives students room to write down all of their assignments for every class.

Expandable folder: This will help students organize their homework, class notes, and/or announcements that they need to share with their parents.

1 box of Kleenex – this will be used in all of the classrooms

EnglishNotebook paper (wide or col-

lege ruled) Please get enough for the entire year.

Blue or black ink pens to last the entire year

1” three ring binder with five dividers

Composition book - please do not substitute a spiral

(400) 3X5 index cards. They may be any color and may be lined or unlined.

15 zip-lock bags to store your vocabulary cards.

Highlighters – 4 different colors

Keyboarding – 7thHard 1 1/2 inch 3 ring binder

w/pockets in the front and backPens/Pencils1 ream of copier paperHighlighterScience1 ½” 3-ring binder5 plastic sheet covers1 - package of notebook pa-

per

1 - book coverPens and pencilsTexas HistorySpiral notebookColored pencils for mapsBinder or folder7th Grade ReadingPaperPenPencilsMathematics(2) 1 ½” 3 ring binder with

pockets5 dividers10 sheet protectorsWide ruled notebook paperPencils

EIGHTH GRADEGeneral SuppliesPersonal planner: Please

purchase one that gives stu-dents room to write down all of their assignments for every class.

Expandable folder: This will help students organize their homework, class notes, and/or announcements that they need to share with their parents.

1 box of Kleenex – this will be used in all of the classrooms

EnglishNotebook paper (wide

or college ruled) Please get enough for the entire year.

Blue or black ink pens to last the entire year

One-inch three ring binder with five dividers

Composition book – please do not substitute a spiral

(400) 3X5 index cards. They may be any color and may be lined or unlined. (Note: 8th graders who have all of their cards for Roots 1, 2, and 3 PLUS SAT 1 – 11 and SAT WW do not need to purchase cards.)

15 zip-lock bags to store your vocabulary cards. (Note: 8th graders who have their cards organized already do not need additional storage bags.)

Highlighters – 4 different colors

Computer LiteracyHard 2 “ three ring binder w/

pockets in the front and backPens/PencilsHighlighterScience1 ½” three-ring binder5 plastic sheet covers1 - package of notebook pa-

per1 - book coverPens and pencilsMathematics(2) 1 ½” 3 ring binder with

pockets5 dividers10 sheet protectorsWide ruled notebook paperPencilsSpeech/Leadership/Health60/70 count notebook (NO

COLLEGE RULE PAPER)Loose leaf paper (NO COL-

LEGE RULE PAPER)Red penScissorsPackage of small notecardsPackage of glue sticksRoll of tapeHighlightersMap Colors/Colors/Mark-

ers5 regular size poster boards

(Colors can vary but NO BLACK)

Small supply boxRulerStencilsMedium 3 ring binderDividers

August 27 - First day of school

September 3 - School closed for Labor Day holiday

September 28 - End of First Six Weeks

October 8 - School closed for Columbus Day holiday

November 2 - End of Sec-ond Six Weeks

November 19 - Early re-lease

November 20 - Early re-lease

November 21-23 - School closed for Thanksgiving holi-day

December 19 - Early re-lease

December 20 - Early re-lease/End of Third Six Weeks

December 21-January 1 - School closed for Christmas holiday

January 2 - Teacher Prep Day/Student Holiday

January 21 - School closed

for MLK Day holidayJanuary 24 - Early releaseFebruary 15 - End of Fourth

Six WeeksMarch 1 - School closed for

Stock ShowMarch 11&12 - Bad weath-

er daysMarch 13-15 - School

closed for Spring BreakMarch 29 - School closed

for Good Friday holidayApril 1-4 - TAKS/STAAR

TestingApril 12 - End of Fifth Six

WeeksApril 23-25 - TAKS/STAAR

TestingMay 6-17 - TAKS/STAAR

TestingMay 27 - School closed for

Memorial Day holidayMay 31 - Early release/End

of Sixth Six Weeks/Last day of school

May 31 - SHS Graduation

Shiner ISD Calendar


Technology now an integralpart of modern classrooms

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Technology has become an integral part of life, affecting how we communicate, how we view our homes, how we conduct business and nearly every other aspect of our daily lives. That includes how we learn, especially for today’s youngsters. The classrooms of yesteryear are quickly becoming a thing of the past, as teachers are increasingly turning to technology to help students learn.

Whereas technology in the classroom once meant teaching basic computer software and fundamental computer skills, nowadays technology is being integrated in ways that supplement lesson plans regardless of the subject matter. Students are utilizing technology to tackle projects, which helps them get a more realistic grasp on how to handle projects outside of the classroom and in the professional arena. Utilizing programs that professionals use better prepares students for life after they have earned their diplomas or degrees, making them more attractive to prospective employers and more capable once they are hired.

Another way technology in the classroom is benefitting today’s students is the wealth of resources that technology can provide. Classes connected to the Internet, for instance, give students access to the latest information about topics they’re studying. This can include up-to-date studies and theories from experts in the field or, for current events students, instant access to what is going on in their community and beyond. Such accessibility

was unimaginable as recently as 15 years ago, but is quickly becoming commonplace, and benefiting students along the way.

Technology in the classroom can also help teachers. Students learn in their own ways, but teachers faced with growing class sizes and fewer resources often find it hard to connect with students who might not respond to the same teaching methods as their classmates. Technology can provide teachers with another avenue by which to reach their students, helping to engage those students who might otherwise have been turned off or lacked the necessary initiative to excel in school.

Teachers may also find

that technology in the classroom makes it easier to reach students. That’s because kids tend to find technology fun, even if it’s part of the learning process. In a study sponsored by the U.S. Department of Education that reported on the experiences of teachers and students in classrooms where technology was incorporated, teachers responded that, in many instances, students chose to work on technology-based projects during recess or lunch.

As classrooms continue to change, the role of technology figures to expand. That expanded role can benefit students and teachers alike in a variety of ways.

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Flatonia ISD 2012-2013 School Calendar

August 2012

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September 2012

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October 2012

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November 2012

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December 2012

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January 2013

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February 2013

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March 2013

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April 2013

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May 2013

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June 2013

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July 2013

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School Closed/Holidays Half Day/Early Release Flex Days Testing Teacher In-Service Day *Bad Weather Make Up Days

Aug 27 – Oct 5 = 29 days Jan 22 – Mar 1 = 28 days Oct 8 – Nov 16 = 29 days Mar 4 – Apr 19 = 29 days Nov 19 – Jan 18 = 33 days Apr 22 –Jun 5 = 32 days 91 days 89 days

Flatonia Elementary

SchoolPRE-KINDERGARTEN 1 back pack1 ream of Copy Paper2 folders w/ pockets and

brads (Plastic- red & blue)4 #2 Pencils2 boxes of 8 Crayons- NO

JUMBO1 box of washable markers1 bottle of Elmer’s glue2 glue sticks1 tray of water colors

(Prang–8 colors) No Glitter1 box of Ziploc bags (quart

size) Boys2 dry erase makers (Low

Odor) Boys1 Clorox Wipes- Boys1 pkg. assorted Construction

Paper- 12x18 Boys1 pkg assorted Construction

Paper- 9x12 Girls1 box of Ziploc bags (gallon

size) Girls1 box of baby wipes- Girls1 box Play dough (4 cans)

Girls2 boxes of Kleenex$5.00 for Weekly Reader(No pencil boxes)Please label all supplies.

KINDERGARTEN1 ream of white copy paper6 folders w/pockets and brads

(plastic) red, blue, green, yellow, orange & purple

1 school box1 set of 12 or 24 colored pen-

cils2 boxes of 24 crayons4 #2 pencils2 pink erasers1 pair of children’s scissors

(Fiskars)2 bottles of Elmer’s glue6 glue sticks2 boxes of Kleenex1 box of Ziploc bags (quart

size) Girls1 container of baby wipes-

Girls1 box play dough (4 cans)

Girls1 pkg. (9x12) asst. construc-

tion paper (girls)1 pkg. (12x18) asst. construc-

tion paper (boys)1 box of Ziploc bags (gallon

size) Boys1 container of disinfectant

wipes- Boys2 Expo Markers- Boys1 tray of Water Colors

(Prang- 8 colors)$5.00 for Weekly Reader

FIRST GRADE1 ream of white copy paper5 plastic folders -1 ea. (blue,

red, yellow, green, purple w/ pockets & brads)

1 pkg (9x12) assorted con-struction paper

1 pkg (12x18) assorted con-struction paper

1 box of colored pencils1 zippered school supply bag10 #2 pencils6 Elmer’s glue sticks2 4oz bottle of glue1 pkg of pencil top erasers1 pair of Fiskars scissors2 pink erasers1 spiral notebook (1 subject)1 box of 24 crayons1 box of Zip-Loc bags (quart

size) Boys1 box of Zip-Loc bags (gallon

size) Girls1 boxes of Kleenex (200)Personal Pencil Sharpener$5.00 for Weekly Reader

SECOND GRADE1 ream of white copy paper1 wide ruled spiral notebook

(70 ct)4 plastic folders W/pockets

and brads(green, blue, 2 red)1 pkg. of 12 x18 assorted con-

structionpaper2 box of 24 crayons ONLY1 box of markers10 #2 pencils1 red pen1 pair of Fiskar’s scissors1 lg fabric book cover1 4 oz bottle of Elmer’s glue2 lg glue sticks1 school box or supply bag2 boxes of 200ct Kleenex2 pink erasers1 box of gallon Zip-Loc bags

–Boys1 box of quart Zip-Loc bags

– Girls1 pkg. 4 x 6 100 ct Index

CardsAddition & Subtraction

Flashcards1 1in. binder with pockets -

any color1 pkg 5 tab dividers$5.00 for Scholastic News

THIRD GRADE1 ream of white copy paper2 pkg. of notebook paper

(wide ruled)1 composition notebook (not

spiral)1 binder (1 inch)5 plastic folders with pockets

and brads1 pkg. of dividers with tabs1 pair of scissors1 box of crayons (24 count)1 box of map pencils4 glue sticks12 #2 pencils2 pkg pencil top erasers2 red ink pen2 bottles liquid glue2 dry eraser markers (any

color)1 Large school supply bag2 pkgs. of 4x6-100ct. index

cards1 boxes of 200 count Kleenex2 X-Large stretchy book cov-

ers1 pkg. asst. (9x12) construc-

tion paper1 box of qt. Ziploc bags$5.00 for Scholastic News

FOURTH GRADE1 ream of white copy paper2 pkg. of notebook paper

(wide ruled)7 plastic folders w/pockets &

brads (2 red, 1- blue, green, or-ange, purple & yellow)

1 pair of 5” Fiskars-pointed scissors

1 box of 24 count crayons1 box 12 counts Map Colors2 glue sticks12 #2 pencils2 red ink pens1 pkg. pencil top erasers or 1

pink eraser1 large school supply bag5 stretchy book covers- (X-

Large)Multiplication and Division

Flash Cards2 boxes of Kleenex2 composition notebook (not

spiral)2 binders (1 in.)3 spiral notebook (1 subject,

wide ruled)2 pkg. 5 tab dividers for

binder2 highlighters1 pkg. construction paper1 pencil sharpener with cover$5.00 for Scholastic News$3.00 for (Music) Recorder

FIFTH GRADE

1 ream of white copy paper1 pkg. of hole reinforcements2 pkg. wide ruled notebook

paper1 composition notebook (not

spiral)

2 folders w/ pockets & brads (red & green. Please do not write on or put paper in them.)

3- 1 ½ to 2 in binder for Sci-ence, Reading, Math

3 pkg. 5 tab dividers for binder

24 #2 pencils1 pencil sharpener (NO bat-

tery operated w/shavings cover)1 pkg of red pens – Non-

clicking1 pkg pencil top erasers2 boxes of colored pencils

(standard colors)2 highlighters1 pair of pointed Fiskars stu-

dent scissors1 8oz bottle of glue (no gel)

1 pkg. glue sticks1 large pencil pouch2 boxes of 200 count Kleenex1 pkg construction paper (12

x 18)1 box sandwich Ziploc bagsWhite T-shirt, black shorts

and a towel (P.E.)Optional: 4 stretchy book

covers (XL)

SIXTH GRADE1 ream of white copy paper3 pkg. wide ruled notebook

paper4 composition notebook (not

spiral)5 folders w/pockets & brads 1

ea. (blue, purple, green, red, and

yellow)12 #2 pencils6 Pens (2 black, 2 blue, and 2

red)2 large pink erasers1 box of map colors1 large pencil pouch1 box of Kleenex4 highlighters2 glue sticksFine Arts (students not par-

ticipating in Band)1 box of 24 count crayons2 box of markers (reg. & fine

point)1 12x18 tablet of assorted

construction paperWhite T-shirt, black shorts

and a towel (P.E.)

SHINER CATHOLIC SCHOOL ---- 2012-2013 CALENDAR 6-10 Local Inservice 9 Meet the Teacher 13 First day of instruction 15 Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Holy Day of Obligation)

AUGUST 2012 S M T W Th F S

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19 20 21 22 23 24 25

26 27 28 29 30 31

JANUARY 2013 S M T W Th F S

1 2 3 4 5

6 7 8 9 10 11* 12

13 14 15 16 17 18 19

20 21 22 23 24 25 26

27 28 29 30 31

7 Beginning 2nd Sem./3rd Qtr. 8 Report Cards 11 Early dismissal @ 1:00 p.m.; faculty mtg. with inservice 27-Feb. 2 Catholic Schools Week

3 Labor Day Holiday 7 Early dismissal @ 1:00 p.m.; faculty mtg. with inservice 14 End of 4½ wk. grading period 17-20 ITBS Testing for K-12th 18 Progress Reports 30 PTC Fall Festival

SEPTEMBER 2012 S M T W Th F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 * 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15

16 17 18 19 20 21 22

23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30

FEBRUARY 2013 S M T W Th F S

2

3 4 5 6 7 8 * 9

10 11 12 13 14 15 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23

24 25 26 27 28

1 School Holiday/Teacher Inservice 8 Early dismissal @ 1:00 p.m.; faculty mtg. with inservice 8 End of 4½ wk. grading period 9-10 Confirmation Retreat 12 Progress Reports 13 Ash Wednesday 16 Shiner Catholic Church Gala

5 Early dismissal @ 1:00 p.m.; faculty mtg. with inservice 12 End of 1st Qtr. (44 days) 15 Beginning 2nd Qtr. 16 Parent-Teacher Conferences; Report Cards

OCTOBER 2012 S M T W Th F S

1 2 3 4 5* 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13

14 15 16 17 18 19 20

21 22 23 24 25 26 27

28 29 30 31

MARCH 2013 S M T W Th F S 1 * 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23

24 25 26 27 28* 29 30

31

1 Early dismissal @ 1:00 p.m.; faculty mtg. with inservice 5 2013-14 Registration for ALL families - Existing & New – 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. 8 End of 3rd Qtr. (44 days) 11-15 Spring Break 17 Confirmation 18 Beginning of 4th Qtr. 19 Report Cards 28 Holy Thursday; Early dismissal @ 1:00 p.m. 29 Good Friday holiday

1 All Saints Day (Holy Day of Obligation) 2 Early dismissal @ 1:00 p.m.; faculty mtg. with inservice 16 End of 4½ wk. grading period 20 Progress Reports 21-23 Thanksgiving Holidays

NOVEMBER 2012 S M T W Th F S 1 2 * 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28 29 30

APRIL 2013 S M T W Th F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13

14 15 16 17 18 19 20

21 22 23 24 25 26 27

28 29 30

1 Easter Monday holiday 1 Make-up Bad Weather Day (if needed) 15 Marathon Monday 19 End of 4½ wk. grading period 21 First Communion 23 Progress Reports

7 Early dismissal @ 1:00 p.m.; faculty mtg. with inservice 19 End of 2nd Qtr. (45 days) 20-Jan. 6 Christmas Holidays

DECEMBER 2012 S M T W Th F S

1

2 3 4 5 6 7 * 8

9 10 11 12 13 14 15

16 17 18 19 20 21 22

23 24 25 26 27 28 29

30 31

MAY 2013 S M T W Th F S

1 2 3 * 4

5 6 7 8 9 10 11

12 13 14 15 16 17 18

19 20 21 22 23 24G 25

26 27 28 29 30 31

3 Early dismissal @ 1:00 p.m.; faculty mtg. with inservice 9 The Ascension of the Lord (Holy Day of Obligation) 19 SPH Baccalaureate 9:30 a.m. 22 8th Gr. Recognition 23 Last day of instruction; Mass; Report Cards; dismissal at 9:30 a.m. 23 End of 4th Qtr. (47 days) 24 SPH Graduation 6:30 p.m. 24 Make-up Bad Weather day (if needed) 26 Shiner Catholic Church Picnic

Calendar Key * Early Dismissal

Inservice/Workday Progress Report/ Report Card

School Holiday

Beginning/Ending

grading periods Make-up Bad Weather Day G Graduation

1

Revised 8/7/2012

180 Days of Instruction 89 days 1st Semester 91 days 2nd Semester

7 days of Teacher Inservice/Workdays

“Preparing the Children of God for the Kingdom of God . . . since 1897”

Flatonia ISD: 2012-13 Supply List

Grace Christian: 2012-13 Supply ListGrace Christian

AcademyPRE-K & KINDERGARTEN 1 spiral notebook 1 big pink eraser 1 tray water color paints 3 reams copy/printer paper 3 bottles Soft Hand Soap 2 containers of Lysol wipes 1 Boxes of Kleenex 12 Rolls Paper Towels (select-

a-size) 1 Box 2-3ozs Paper Cups 1 box Large crayons Crayola

brand (8 or 10 count) 1 pair of blunt Fiskars scissors 1 pkg of glue sticks Boys Only: 1 Box of Ziploc

Bags (gallon) Girls Only: 1 Box of Ziploc

Bags (quart) NOTE: Additional classroom

specific supplies will be available directly from teacher. Parents

please no backpacks and do not la-bel supplies with your child’s name this will be done at school.

FIRST & SECOND GRADES2 Spiral Notebooks 1 composition notebook 2 pkg wide-rule notebook pa-

per 1 Pkg pencil cap Erasers 1 3-hole large pencil pouch 2 boxes of 24 Crayons 1 Pair Blunt Fiskars Scissors 2 glue sticks 2 bottles Elmer’s glue 1 Pkg Map Colors (12) 1 package Color Classic wash-

able Markers (10) 1 small Space Maker school

box (5X8) 2 Pkg. No. 2 pencils, pre-sharp-

ened (24 in pkg.) 2 large pink erasers 1 Pkg Colored Construction

Paper 1 Pkg dry eraser markers mul-

ticolored 1 1 inch 3 ring Notebook Clear

Front 1 Pkg Dividers with Pockets 1 Pkg large index cards 2 reams copy paper 2 bottles Soft Hand Soap 2 containers of Lysol or Clorox

wipes 2 Boxes of Kleenex 1 Box of Ziploc Bags (quart) 1 Box 2-3 ozs Paper Cups 12 Rolls Paper Towels

THIRD THROUGH FIFTH GRADES

2 Pkg Wide Rule Notebook Paper

3 Spiral Notebooks 2 Boxes of 24 # 2 Pencils pre-

sharpened 1 Pkg pencil cap Erasers 1 large white eraser 1 Pkg Red grading Pencils

1 3-hole large pencil pouch 1 1½ inch 3 ring Notebook

Clear Front 1 Pkg dividers with pockets 1 Ruler 1 Pair Fiskars school Scissors 2 glue sticks 2 bottle Elmer’s glue 1 Box Crayola Crayons (24) 1 Pkg Map Colors (24) 1 Pkg multi-color Highlighters 1 package Fine Tip Markers 1 Pkg dry eraser markers mul-

ticolored 1 small Space Maker school

box (5X8) 2 Pkg index cards 2 reams copy paper 1 bottle hand Sanitizer 2 bottles Soft Hand Soap 1 container of Lysol or Clorox

wipes 2 Boxes of Kleenex 1 Box 2-3 ozs Paper Cups 12 Rolls Paper Towels NOTE: 3rd Grade ONLY: 1 Box

of Ziploc Bags (gallon) 4th & 5th Grades ONLY: 1 Box

of Ziploc Bags (quart)

SIXTH THROUGH EIGHTH GRADES

2 Pkgs Wide Rule Notebook Paper

2 composition Notebooks 2 Spiral Notebooks 1 Box of 24 # 2 Pencils pre-

sharpened 1 Pkg pencil cap Erasers 1 large white eraser 1 Pkg Red grading pencils/

pens 1 3-hole large pencil pouch 1 hand held Pencil sharpener 1 Protractor 1 Compass 1 Metal Ruler 1 Pair 8 inch Scissors 2 Pkg Map Colors (24) 1 Pkg Fine Tip Markers (24) 1 Pkg multi-color Highlighters 1 Pkg dry eraser markers 1 1½ inch 3 ring Notebook 1 Pkg Dividers with Pockets 3 Plastic Pocket Folders

1-Green 1-Yellow 1-Red 1 Pkg index cards 2 reams copy paper 1 bottle hand Sanitizer 2 bottles Soft Hand Soap 1 container of Lysol or Clorox

wipes 2 Boxes of Kleenex 1 Box 2-3 ozs Paper Cups 12 Rolls Paper Towels

Grace Christian CalendarAug. 1: August Tuition Due Aug. 16: Meet the Teacher Aug. 20-24: Teacher Work

Days Aug. 27: First Day of School Sept. 1: September Tuition

Due

Sept. 3: Labor Day/ School Holiday

Sept. 7: Hugs and Kisses for Grandparents

Oct. 1: October Tuition Due Oct. 2: Field Trip to the Mu-

seum/Jail Oct. 5: Come & Take It /

School Holiday Oct. 10: 1st Report Card Oct. 25: Spaghetti Supper/

Early Release Oct. 26: No School/Spa-

ghetti Supper cleanup Oct. 31: Harvest Party Nov. 1: November Tuition

Due Nov. 6: Election Day Nov. 20: 2nd Report Card;

Conference Nov. 20: Thanksgiving

Feast/Early Release Nov. 21-25: Thanksgiving

Holidays Dec. 1: December Tuition

Due Dec. 19: Christmas Pro-

gram Dec. 20: Christmas Parties/

Early Release Dec. 21-31: Christmas Holi-

days Jan. 1-4: School Holidays Jan. 2: January Tuition Due Jan. 9: 3rd Report Card Jan. 21: MLK, Jr. Day/

School Holiday Jan. 25: Donuts for Dads Feb. 1: February Tuition

Due Feb. 14: Valentine Parties Feb. 18: Presidents’ Day/

School Holiday Feb. 20: 4th Report Card March 1: March Tuition

Due March 6: Pizza Fundraiser March 11-15: Spring Break March 28: Easter Parties March 29: Good Friday/

School Holiday April 1: School Holiday/Tu-

ition Due April 8-12: Standardized

Testing April 10: 5th Report Card;

Conference April 22-26: Registration

for 2013-2014 May 1: May Tuition Due May 10: Mother’s Day

Breakfast May 23: Awards Program May 27: Memorial Day/

School Holiday May 29: School Picnic &

Water Fun Day May 30: Last Day of School/

6th Report Card/ Early Release


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