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Thursday, April 5, 2012 County Star-News A5 just something to think about Harry Marett Listen to KECO, 96.5 The Early Morning Show @ 7:20 a.m., Thursdays featuring Toby Brooks Cole Fertilizer Custom Application Including • Love Grass • Bluestem • Terraces • Weeds, Yucca & Brush Spraying Farm Delivery • Soil Sampling • Consulting • No-till Drilling with Fertilizer Cell - (806) 334-2074 • Office - (806) 779-0181 Fax - (806) 779-0182 • McLean, Texas Tommye Cole We will be closed Easter Sunday so our employees can enjoy this special time with their families. El Sombrero Restaurant 210 S. Main Shamrock, TX. (806) 256-2091 CJ3 Ranch Supplies 618 S. Birch • Erick, OK (580) 799-3052 Oklahoma Brand Barbed Wire 12 1/2 gauge 2 point 5” Spacing $56 per roll Volume Discounts Sheffield Heavy Duty T-Post USA Made 1.33# • 6’ Length $4.70 per post Volume Discounts We carry all your fencing supplies! In last week’s edition of this paper there was a story about the Jeremy Staat Foundation and their ride across the country to focus attention on the plight of veterans of the U. S. military. Mr. Staat and some of his entourage were in attendance at the weekly meeting and luncheon of the Shamrock Booster Club and gave us a short account of what they were doing and where they were going. A bicycle trip from Bakersfield, California, to Washington, DC, a one hundred day trip of over 4200 miles, arriving in DC on Memorial Day weekend, is their method of accomplishing this goal. I had occasion to sit down with these gentlemen on Wednesday afternoon for a conversation. The dedication and positive attitude exhibited by these veterans is a rarity. Wesley Barrientos, the victim of a roadside bomb in Iraq, lost both his legs but is one of the most upbeat people I have ever met. Everything is amusing to him and his approach to life is something to be admired and envied. In re- sponse to my question, he stated that his primary criticism of his care by the Veteran’s Administration was that the employees and staff were pretty indifferent. Whether you received the proper treat- ment was not a matter of avail- ability, but a matter of the lack of urgency or assurance that you would receive that treatment. Jeremy Staat, the origina- tor and leader of the group is a unique individual. A former NFL player and an ex-Marine, he has experienced more of the world and more of life than most people of his relatively young age. He does not suffer from war related injuries, but his concern for those who have is very evident and a real part of his motivation. In an era when veterans are more ignored and vilified than re- spected and revered, it is a rotten shame that our federal government leaves the advocacy for these heroes up to individuals and organiza- tions such as this group. With all the attention that is given to sup- plying every want and need of every lowlife and leech attached to the social welfare systems, you would think that veterans would be more in the spotlight and their welfare would be more of a priority than those who have never made any kind of contribution to society. My hope for the Jeremy Staat Foundation is that their every dream will come true, that their efforts will achieve the desired result, and that their journey will be safe. After my visit, I believe that success is pretty much a given. It is highly unusual to find this sort of commitment and dedication to any cause when there is no potential for personal gain and where greed plays no part. It was an inspirational occasion. My hat is off to them. A few days ago, I heard Louis Armstrong on the radio offering his trademark rendition of “It’s a Wonderful World”. I couldn’t help but agree and ponder how much more wonderful it could be with our assistance. Just something to think about. Wheeler County Jail Report 3/12 Brian Lee Dodd, 38 of Laguna, Louisiana, was ar- rested on a charge of probation violation. Dodd is currently be- ing held at the Wheeler County Jail. 3/16 David Porras, 26 of Shamrock, Texas, was arrested on a charge of driving while in- toxicated. Porras was released March 17, 2012, after posting a $1,500 bond. 3/17 Joseph Scott Frost, 23 of Blutheville, Arkansas, was ar- rested on a charge of an Ander- son County Warrant. Frost was released March 18, 2012, after posting a $5,000 bond. 3/17 Darrell Mark Butler, 51 of Wheeler, Texas, was arrested on a charge of driving while in- toxicated, 2nd charge. Butler was released March 18, 2012, after posting a $1,500 bond. 3/18 Thomas Eugene Berry, 76 of Shamrock, Texas, was arrested on a charge of driving while intoxicated, 2nd charge. Berry was released March 18, 2012, after posting a $1,500 bond. 3/18 Gary Eugene Wilkins, 49 of Houston, Texas, was ar- rested on a charge of driving while intoxicated. Wilkins was released March 18, 2012, after posting a $1,500 bond. 3/18 Samuel James Wright, 40 of Shamrock, Texas, was arrested on a charge of posses- sion of a controlled substance, less than one gram. Wright was released March 18, 2012, after posting a $5,000 bond. 3/18 Chyna Maree Scherten- lieb, 22 of Lewiston, Idaho, was arrested on a charge of driving while intoxicated. Schertenlieb was released March 18, 2012, after posting a $1,500 bond. 3/18 Frank James Wright, 26 of Shamrock, Texas, was arrest- ed on a charge of possession of a controlled substance, less than one gram, and possession of marijuana, less than 2 ounces. Wright was released March 18, 2012, after posting $5,000 and $1,000 bonds, respectively. 3/18 Randel Allen Menefield, 53 of Shamrock, Texas, was ar- rested on a charge of possession of marijuana, less than 2 ounc- es, and a capias pro fine with Justice of the Peace #2. Mene- field is currently being held at the Wheeler County Jail. 3/20 Steven Lee Gray, 40 of Canadian, Texas, was arrested on a charge of organized crimi- nal activity, and theft by check, greater than $20. Gray is cur- rently being held at the Wheeler County Jail. 3/20 Karen Moya, 42 of Ca- nadian, Texas, was arrested on a charge of organized criminal activity. Moya is currently be- ing held at the Wheeler County Jail. 3/25 Antonio Dueñas, 56 of Chicago, Illinois, was arrested on a charge of public intoxi- cation. Dueñas was released March 26, 2012, on citation. 3/27 Kenneth Ray Johnson, 39 of Burkburnett, Texas, was arrested on a charge of driving while license invalid with pre- vious conviction. Johnson was released March 27, 2012, after pleading out in county court. As of Wednesday, March 28, 2012, the following inmates were being housed at the Wheel- er County Jail: Brian Dodd, Ste- ven Gray, Brian Longbine, Ran- del Menefield, Victor Moon, and Karen Moya. As of Wednesday, March 28, 2012, the following in- mates were being housed at the Childress County Jail: Howard Whitley, Albert Perez, Tina Wil- liams, Pedro Andrade, George Campbell, Glenn Owsley, Ja- valene Wolfe, Ludie Johnson, Soth Orn, and Shawna Hays. Horse tests positive for rabies in Lamb County This case is the 5th case for HSR1 this year and the first case for Lamb County. The last case confirmed prior to this one in Lamb County was a dog reported on September 21, 2011. In addition to that case, a skunk was also confirmed rabid in July 2011 in Lamb County. This is the first rabid horse reported in HSR 1 this year. Last year, 5 horses were reported which was well above average for the area. It is recommend that veterinar- ians and Agri-Life agents remind horse owners to keep their horses current on their rabies and en- cephalitis vaccinations. If you have horses that are used frequently, especially by children, be sure to keep them current on rabies vaccinations for the protection of the animal (this horse was quite valuable) and the people. As is typical with a case of rabies in a horse, multiple people have been exposed to this animal. As always, it is recommend that show animals also be vac- cinated due to the amount of hu- man contact they have. The following are the results for the HSR1 cases reported: Lamb County 1 horse Parmer County 2 skunks Potter County 1 cat Randall County 1 skunk Total: 3 skunks, 1 cat and 1 horse in 4 counties. Wounded veterans continue 100-day cross-county “Wall to Wall” bicycle ride Operation Iraqi Freedom vet and former NFL star bringing message of hope to 15 states to raise awareness for veterans’ issues The Jeremy Staat Founda- tion announces its 100-day long “Wall to Wall” cross-country bi- cycle ride, which began on Feb- ruary 19, 2012. The bike riders, Wesley Barrientos and Jeremy Staat, stopped in Shamrock on Wednesday, March 28, and were greeted and welcomed by the American Legion at the U-Drop Inn with sandwiches and drinks. They also held a program at Shamrock ISD on Thursday, March 29, to raise awareness for veterans’ issues. Former Operation Iraqi Free- dom veteran and retired NFL star Jeremy Staat and double-amputee Wesley Barrientos departed from the Wall of Valor in Bakersfield, California, and will arrive at the Vietnam Veteran’s Memo- rial Wall in Washington D.C. on May 28, 2012. Overall, the pair will cover approximately 4,163 miles, and have allotted 100 days to pass through 15 states and also stop at 9 military bases. Staat and Barrientos are set- ting out to inspire and motivate STAR-NEWS PHOTO/Sara Salazar Wall to Wall Bicycle riders, Jeremy Staat and Wesley Barrientos, received a police escort as they made their way into Sham- rock on Wednesday, March 28. See VETERANS, PAGE A12
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Thursday, April 5, 2012 County Star-News A5 just something to
think about
Harry Marett
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We carry all your fencing supplies!
In last week’s edition of this paper there was a story about the Jeremy Staat Foundation and their ride across the country to focus attention on the plight of veterans of the U. S. military. Mr. Staat and some of his entourage were in attendance at the weekly meeting and luncheon of the Shamrock Booster Club and gave us a short account of what they were doing and where they were going. A bicycle trip from Bakersfield, California, to Washington, DC, a one hundred day trip of over 4200 miles, arriving in DC on Memorial Day weekend, is their method of accomplishing this goal.
I had occasion to sit down with these gentlemen on Wednesday afternoon for a conversation. The dedication and positive attitude exhibited by these veterans is a rarity. Wesley Barrientos, the victim of a roadside bomb in Iraq, lost both his legs but is one of the most upbeat people I have ever met. Everything is amusing to him and his approach to life is something to be admired and envied. In re-sponse to my question, he stated that his primary criticism of his care
by the Veteran’s Administration was that the employees and staff were pretty indifferent. Whether you received the proper treat-ment was not a matter of avail-ability, but a matter of the lack of urgency or assurance that you would receive that treatment.
Jeremy Staat, the origina-tor and leader of the group is a unique individual. A former NFL player and an ex-Marine, he has experienced more of the world and more of life than most people of his relatively young age. He does not suffer from war
related injuries, but his concern for those who have is very evident and a real part of his motivation.
In an era when veterans are more ignored and vilified than re-spected and revered, it is a rotten shame that our federal government leaves the advocacy for these heroes up to individuals and organiza-tions such as this group. With all the attention that is given to sup-plying every want and need of every lowlife and leech attached to the social welfare systems, you would think that veterans would be more in the spotlight and their welfare would be more of a priority than those who have never made any kind of contribution to society. My hope for the Jeremy Staat Foundation is that their every dream will come true, that their efforts will achieve the desired result, and that their journey will be safe.
After my visit, I believe that success is pretty much a given. It is highly unusual to find this sort of commitment and dedication to any cause when there is no potential for personal gain and where greed plays no part. It was an inspirational occasion. My hat is off to them. A few days ago, I heard Louis Armstrong on the radio offering his trademark rendition of “It’s a Wonderful World”. I couldn’t help but agree and ponder how much more wonderful it could be with our assistance.
Just something to think about.
Wheeler County Jail Report3/12 Brian Lee Dodd, 38 of
Laguna, Louisiana, was ar-rested on a charge of probation violation. Dodd is currently be-ing held at the Wheeler County Jail.
3/16 David Porras, 26 of Shamrock, Texas, was arrested on a charge of driving while in-toxicated. Porras was released March 17, 2012, after posting a $1,500 bond.
3/17 Joseph Scott Frost, 23 of Blutheville, Arkansas, was ar-rested on a charge of an Ander-son County Warrant. Frost was released March 18, 2012, after posting a $5,000 bond.
3/17 Darrell Mark Butler, 51 of Wheeler, Texas, was arrested on a charge of driving while in-toxicated, 2nd charge. Butler was released March 18, 2012, after posting a $1,500 bond.
3/18 Thomas Eugene Berry, 76 of Shamrock, Texas, was arrested on a charge of driving
while intoxicated, 2nd charge. Berry was released March 18, 2012, after posting a $1,500 bond.
3/18 Gary Eugene Wilkins, 49 of Houston, Texas, was ar-rested on a charge of driving while intoxicated. Wilkins was released March 18, 2012, after posting a $1,500 bond.
3/18 Samuel James Wright, 40 of Shamrock, Texas, was arrested on a charge of posses-sion of a controlled substance, less than one gram. Wright was released March 18, 2012, after posting a $5,000 bond.
3/18 Chyna Maree Scherten-lieb, 22 of Lewiston, Idaho, was arrested on a charge of driving while intoxicated. Schertenlieb was released March 18, 2012, after posting a $1,500 bond.
3/18 Frank James Wright, 26 of Shamrock, Texas, was arrest-ed on a charge of possession of a controlled substance, less than
one gram, and possession of marijuana, less than 2 ounces. Wright was released March 18, 2012, after posting $5,000 and $1,000 bonds, respectively.
3/18 Randel Allen Menefield, 53 of Shamrock, Texas, was ar-rested on a charge of possession of marijuana, less than 2 ounc-es, and a capias pro fine with Justice of the Peace #2. Mene-field is currently being held at the Wheeler County Jail.
3/20 Steven Lee Gray, 40 of Canadian, Texas, was arrested on a charge of organized crimi-nal activity, and theft by check, greater than $20. Gray is cur-rently being held at the Wheeler County Jail.
3/20 Karen Moya, 42 of Ca-nadian, Texas, was arrested on a charge of organized criminal activity. Moya is currently be-ing held at the Wheeler County Jail.
3/25 Antonio Dueñas, 56 of
Chicago, Illinois, was arrested on a charge of public intoxi-cation. Dueñas was released March 26, 2012, on citation.
3/27 Kenneth Ray Johnson, 39 of Burkburnett, Texas, was arrested on a charge of driving while license invalid with pre-vious conviction. Johnson was released March 27, 2012, after pleading out in county court.
As of Wednesday, March 28, 2012, the following inmates were being housed at the Wheel-er County Jail: Brian Dodd, Ste-ven Gray, Brian Longbine, Ran-del Menefield, Victor Moon, and Karen Moya.
As of Wednesday, March 28, 2012, the following in-mates were being housed at the Childress County Jail: Howard Whitley, Albert Perez, Tina Wil-liams, Pedro Andrade, George Campbell, Glenn Owsley, Ja-valene Wolfe, Ludie Johnson, Soth Orn, and Shawna Hays.
Horse tests positive for rabies in Lamb CountyThis case is the 5th case for
HSR1 this year and the first case for Lamb County.
The last case confirmed prior to this one in Lamb County was a dog reported on September 21, 2011. In addition to that case, a skunk was also confirmed rabid in July 2011 in Lamb County. This is the first rabid horse reported
in HSR 1 this year. Last year, 5 horses were reported which was well above average for the area. It is recommend that veterinar-ians and Agri-Life agents remind horse owners to keep their horses current on their rabies and en-cephalitis vaccinations.
If you have horses that are used frequently, especially by
children, be sure to keep them current on rabies vaccinations for the protection of the animal (this horse was quite valuable) and the people. As is typical with a case of rabies in a horse, multiple people have been exposed to this animal.
As always, it is recommend that show animals also be vac-
cinated due to the amount of hu-man contact they have.
The following are the results for the HSR1 cases reported:
Lamb County 1 horseParmer County 2 skunksPotter County 1 catRandall County 1 skunk Total: 3 skunks, 1 cat and 1
horse in 4 counties.
Wounded veterans continue 100-day cross-county “Wall to Wall” bicycle rideOperation Iraqi Freedom vet and former NFL star bringing message of hope to 15 states to raise awareness for veterans’ issues
The Jeremy Staat Founda-tion announces its 100-day long “Wall to Wall” cross-country bi-cycle ride, which began on Feb-ruary 19, 2012. The bike riders, Wesley Barrientos and Jeremy Staat, stopped in Shamrock on Wednesday, March 28, and were
greeted and welcomed by the American Legion at the U-Drop Inn with sandwiches and drinks. They also held a program at Shamrock ISD on Thursday, March 29, to raise awareness for veterans’ issues.
Former Operation Iraqi Free-
dom veteran and retired NFL star Jeremy Staat and double-amputee Wesley Barrientos departed from the Wall of Valor in Bakersfield, California, and will arrive at the Vietnam Veteran’s Memo-rial Wall in Washington D.C. on May 28, 2012. Overall, the pair
will cover approximately 4,163 miles, and have allotted 100 days to pass through 15 states and also stop at 9 military bases.
Staat and Barrientos are set-ting out to inspire and motivate
STAR-NEWS PHOTO/Sara SalazarWall to Wall Bicycle riders, Jeremy Staat and Wesley Barrientos, received a police escort as they made their way into Sham-rock on Wednesday, March 28.
see veterans, page a12
