July 31, 2008

The Capital Area Food Bank’s Mobile Pantry reported that for the first time since coming to San Saba they actually gave away all the food. On July 23, the number of households served was 118 and the number of total individuals benefiting was 317 The CAFB Mobile Pantry comes twice a month, on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday from 10am -12 noon on the eastside of the First Baptist Church.

Join football players, cheerleaders, students, teachers, coaches, and all the other Indian fans as we kick off the 2008 football season! Sunday night, August 3 10:00 PM to 12:00 AM Pep Rally will start at 11:45 PM. Football practice will begin at 12:00 midnight followed by 6-on-6 scrimmage. We’ll have games, music, and food!

Cherokee ISD is accepting applications for Board of Trustees election to be held on November 4, 2008. There are four (four-year) terms up for election. They are Place 3 held by Devin Everett, Place 4 held by Clay Perry, Place 5 held by Wayne Skaggs, and Place 7 held by Rodney Johnson.

The July 28th meeting of the San Saba County Commissioners' Court was called to order by County Judge Byron Theodosis followed by the invocation by Roger McGehee. Everyone then joined in for the pledges to the American and Texas flags. There were no Concerned Citizens present to voice issues. The first item on the agenda was the intrAoduction of new San Saba County EMS Executive Director, Brandon Miller.

The purpose of the Student Handbook is to give Richland Springs ISD students and their parents an understanding of the general rules and guidelines for attending and receiving an education in our schools. Our intention is to speak directly to you as adults who are responsible for working with us, the school officials, to make your children’s experience with the Richland Springs public schools a positive educational experience. As required by state law, the board of trustees has officially adopted the Student Code of Conduct in order to promote a safe and orderly learning environment for every student. The following changes are effective for the 2008-2009 school year: a.) The cell phone and electronic devices policy is still in effect.

Richland Springs resident, Thomas Gibson, age 54, died last Saturday evening, July 26th, when the 1993 Kawasaki motorcycle he was driving collided with a car driven by San Antonio resident, Jonathan R. Robinson. Gibson's passenger, Sheila Gibson, age 49, was injured in the accident and transported to the hospital for treatment.

The Lusty Reunion was held at the Senior Citizens Center on July 20, 2008. A barbeque lunch was served to about 58 descendents. After lunch, the annual auction of family items was held. The oldest family member was Violet Lusty Brown and the youngest was Leola Hamrick's great-granddaughter, Taylor Hopkins. Those present for 2008 were: Pat Lusty, and granddaughter, from Grandbury, TX; Betty Miller from Lampasas; Clyde and Doris Lusty from Comfort, TX; Ruffin Barefoot from Spicewood, TX; Maurice Lusty, Candi Lusty Lewis, and Brooke Vaughn, all from Richland Springs; Kim McBride of Austin, TX; Kelly Shelton and Cora Nell Hedrick of Marble Falls, TX; Darlene Boultinghouse of Austin, TX; Pat and Billie Barefoot, and Nell and Chuck Forman, from Valley Spring, TX; Jackie and Charlene Brister of Bend; Jeremy, Emily and Taylor Hopkins of Round Rock, TX; Jennifer and Dave Hough and their two children, from Cedar Park, TX; Tyler McLaughlin of Georgetown, TX; Colby Smith and Katie Farrell of Rogers, TX; Ray and Irene Barefoot of Boerne, TX; Angel and Aaron Barefoot of Kerrville, TX; Nelda and Daryl Daniel, Craig, Bea and Landon Daniel, all from Briggs, TX; Thed and Bob Birge of Spring Branch, TX; Sybil and Melvin Gryder of Comanche, TX; and Lois and Ed Lusty of Little River, TX. Those from San Saba were: Leola and Taylor Hamrick, Lolli Hamrick, Darrell and Fay Lusty, Mark and Stella Harris, Violet Lusty Brown, James and Gloria Lusty, David and Joyce Mitchell, Raymond (Boots) Patton, and Debra Hartranft.

The A.J. Walker, Sr., family reunion was held on Saturday, July 12, 2008, at the San Saba Senior Center. About 66 family members and friends enjoyed good food, fun, and fellowship. A barbecue dinner, made by Pete and Marsha Hardy, was complimented by wonderful side dishes and desserts brought by everyone else.

Calling all Richland Springs 6-Man youth football players and cheerleaders from ages 4 to 11. Ages 4-6 will play flag football. Ages 7-11 will play tackle football. Practices are tentatively planned to start in mid-August. Games are tentatively planned for every Saturday morning from September through the end of October.

Larry and Angelia Bostick of Brownwood are pleased to announce the engagement and upcoming marriage of their daughter, Alayna Lian, to Justin Bryan Reyes, son of Alex and Leticia Reyes of Richland Springs. Alayna will be a senior at Stephen F. Austin University in Nacogdoches and is pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Biology.

Floyd and Charvena Brown of Claude, TX, are proud to announce the engagement and wedding of their daughter, Karen Grace Brown, to Blake A. Campbell. Blake is the son of Rhonda Kilburn and Ben A. Campbell of Burnet and Llano (respectively). Karen is a graduate of West Texas A&M University and is currently completing her Master’s of Arts Thesis at Baylor University.

Tony and Olga Cantu were married July 13, 1968 in the St. Mary's Catholic Church in front of God, family and friends. On July 19, 2008, they were honored by their children, family and friends with a renewal of vows ceremony, reception and dance. All the festivities took place at the San Saba Civic Center.

Texas AgriLife Extension Service in Lampasas, Burnet, and Llano Counties are hosting the CenTex Cow/Calf Clinic in Lampasas on Tues. Aug. 19, 2008 at the Lampasas County Farm Bureau Building (1793 N. HWY 281). Registration begins at 8:00 am, with the program starting promptly at 8:30. This year’s theme is “Turbulent Times in the Beef Industry.” The program will include information on Reproductive Efficiency, Selection for Today’s Market, New Value- Added Beef Cuts, and Beef Cattle Economics with an update on this year’s market.

Courtney Dawn Cummins and Stephen John Butler were united in marriage on April 19, 2008 at San Saba's First Baptist Church with Rev. Sam Crosby officiating. The bride is the daughter of David and Deborah Cummins of San Saba and the groom is the son of Sean and Debbie Butler of Norwalk, Connecticut. The wedding ceremony was held against the backdrop of beautiful stained glass windows with a floral arrangement and large ferns.

The Texas AgriLife Extension Service office in Brown County will conduct a deer food plot program beginning at 6 p.m. Aug. 12 at the Brown County Fairgrounds in Brownwood . The fairgrounds are located on U.S. Hwy. 377 South. Interest in planting small plots to deer-friendly crops to supplement native forage is increasing throughout Central Texas, according to Scott Anderson, AgriLife Extension agent in Brown County.” I get lots of phone calls from folks wanting to know what to plant that deer will really eat, and that grows well in our area,” Anderson said.

The Hill Country RSVP (a volunteer program) is a part of one of the largest volunteer efforts in the nation – matching problems that need to be solved with people age 55 and older who are willing to help. RSVP volunteers choose how and where they want to serve – from a few hours to more than 40 hours a week.

On July 5, 2008, Marcos and Anita Gomez were treated to a surprise celebration given to them by their three children, Marcos Gomez, Jr. and wife Cindy, Naomi Saucillo and husband Louis, and Yvonne Contreras and husband Bruno, and numerous family and friends in honor of their 50th wedding anniversary.

Elizabeth Lynn Maddox of Lometa and Kasey Christopher Mock of Kyle plan to exchange wedding vows in an August 16, 2008 ceremony at First Baptist Church in Lometa. Miss Maddox is the daughter of Tommy and Kay Maddox of Lometa. She is pursuing a communications degree at Texas State University. Mr. Mock is the son of Keith and Polly Mock of Kyle.

Richland Springs ISD will host a UIL debate workshop for high school students on Friday, August 22, 2008. The highly-qualified presenter will introduce students to both Cross-Examination and Lincoln-Douglas debate formats. The fee of $10 will cover lunch and materials, and a limited number of scholarships is available. The workshop will begin at 9:00 and end at 3:00.

The Freemasons of San Saba Masonic Lodge will meet Saturday , August 2nd, at the Lodge Hall in San Saba. Members, their ladies, and OES are asked to bring a complimentary side dish, salad, bread or dessert. A beef brisket meal, provided by Past Master Roger N. McGehee, will be served at 6:30 p.m.

Texas AgriLife Extension Service’s annual District 7, 4-H Fashion Show was held July 22 at Southland Baptist Church in San Angelo.The theme for this year’s show was “Timeless Traditions” The event drew almost 100 members of 4-H from across the district’s 23 counties. AEP-Texas and Extension have sponsored the event for 53 years.

Matthew 26:41 - "Watch and pray, that ye enter not into temptation; the spirit it indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak." Before continue reading the comments to follow, please pause long enough to seriously consider this important warning Jesus spoke to Peter. Jesus spoke these words of wisdom immediately after He had completely surrendered to do the will of God, His Father, and subject Himself to the horrible and painful death of crucifixion, as God ordained to qualify Him to be our Savior.

Use these preparation and storage “bites” to enjoy the abundant summer produce at its peak of flavor, appearance and safety! Bite 1. Prevent cut fruit from turning brown. Keep cut fruits, such as apples, pears, bananas and peaches, from turning brown by coating them with an acidic juice such as lemon, orange or pineapple juice.

The CIA from the Baptist Church attended Centri-kid at Sherman, Texas last week. They reported having a good time. Kevin and Mary Randolph from Comanche visited in Cherokee on Saturday. Jaze had gone to Centri-kid and spent a week with Richard and Jerry Randolph. Cherokee Indian Midnight Madness will start at 10:00 p.m.

The Richland Springs cafetorium hosted many events this spring. Events included the spring band recital, UIL academic awards, one-act play presentation, alumni banquet, sports banquet, 8th grade graduation, and 12th grade graduation. Thanks to all who came and supported students at these events. Several new teachers will be employed by the district next year.

He did it! After three attempts he was able to successfully achieve his goal. I’m not sure I understand why he did it, but he did.There are not a lot of people trying to duplicate his fete.Actually, I don’t know of anyone who is. Who is it and what did he do?

100 Years Ago July 30, 1908 That San Saba County has a great wheat producing soil is attested by the fact that bread made from San Saba flour took all the prizes at the Fair in competition with the world. The first prize light break and also the first prize fruitcake at the Fair were made from Elite Flour.

We have had very little rainfall in the month of July and there is none in the forecast. Last Thursday evening we had over an inch here in Richland but my rain spotter at Elm Grove only received .4 of an inch. We totaled 3.5 during July last year. Remember the Big Elm Grove Rodeo is coming up August 7,8 & 9.

Reading Recommendations: Pure Goldwater, John W. Dean and Barry M. Goldwater, Jr. - The legacy of Barry Goldwater, firebrand politician, optimistic conservative, and defining figure in American public life, is more important than ever in an era in which American conservatism has lost its way. In this illuminating look at his life, bestselling author, John W.

Last week we were talking of the long summer’s hot days, tropical storms coming up out of the Gulf, and finally breaking past the mid-point of the summer season. Some San Saba dwellers were fortunate enough to measure a bit of precipitation, while some folks down around the Colony, Holland Hill, the Bend, Chapel & Cherokee even measured more than did people here in Town.

Receipts totaled 1639 head for the week. The market was active with stocker steers selling $2 to $3 higher and stocker heifers were steady. Feeder steers sold $2 higher while feeder heifers remain steady. Packer cows & bulls still selling in good demand in a steady market. Rep. Sales 2 A T Cattle Co.-Rochelle-4 steers-369@120.00 Carrol Osbourn-Valley Spring-3 steers-385@117.00 Bruce Monroe-Blanket-7 steers-451@116.00 Bruce Monroe-Blanket-3 steers-580@108.00 Franklin Crain-Cherokee-4 steers-579@107.50 Terry Poehlmann-Lometa-1 steer-660@107.00 Jim Smith-Goldthwaite-11 steers-605@106.50 2 K Poole Ranch-San Saba-12 steers-665@105.50 Bill Bingham-Brady-2 steers-718@105.00 Mays Ranching Co.-Richland Springs-1 heirfer-490@110.00 Bruce Monroe-Blanket-6 heifers-491@104.50 Bruce Monroe-Blanket-16 heifers-485@103.50 J F L Operations -Lampasas-14 heifers-520@101.50 2 K Poole Ranch-San Saba-10 heifers-608@98.00 2 K Poole Ranch-San Saba-12 heifers-679@95.00 WP Land & Livestock-San Saba-1 cow-1330@61.50 Hilltop Ranch-Lampasas-1 bull-2235@75.50 Lorie Allen & Kim Metcalf-Mason-3 steers-507@114.00 Lori Allen & Kim Metcalf -Mason-18 steers-636@110.00 Charles Geistweidt-Mason-1 steer-655@107.50 Bert Nesloney-Mason-8 steers-667@105.50 MJ Metzger-Mason-1 steer-740@104.50 Robert C Carr-Del Valle-1 steer-780@104.00 Gerda Kothmann-Mason-1 steer-765@102.00 Gerda Kothmann-Mason-1 heifer-675@105.00 Billy Crouch-Brady-1 heifer-695@97.00 Tooco Cattle Company-Mason-5 heifers-703@93.50 Steers Choice Lightweight Steer Calves-120-145 Choice Medium Weight Steer Calves-110-116 Choice Heavyweight Steer Calves-105—110 Heifers Choice Lightweight Heifer Calves-103-122.5 Choice Medium Weight Heifer Calves-100-110 Choice Heavyweight Heifer Calves-100-105 Pairs Choice Pairs-1000-1200 Medium to Good Pairs-910-980 Plainer and Older Pairs-850-900 Yearlings Choice Lightweight Steer Yearlings-102-106.5 Choice Heavyweight Steer Yearlings-95-98 Choice Lightweight Heifer Yearlings-90-94 Choice Heavyweight Heifer Yearlings-82-86 #2 Steer Calves and Yearlings-95-115 #2 Heifer Calves and Yearlings-85-100 Shorties & Plainer Calves and Yearlings-80-88 Cows Choice Bred Cows-900-940 Medium to Good Bred Cows-780-890 Plainer & Older Bred Cows-650-775 High Yield Cows-55-60 Medium Yield Cows-48-54 Low Yield Cows-40-47 Heiferetts and Young Stock Cows-60-75 Bulls High Yield Bulls-72-76.5 Medium Yield Bulls-68-71 Low Yield Bulls-64-68 Feeder Bulls-64-71

The San Saba Ladies Golf Association met July24, 2008 for play day with the June Chair, Anita Miles, calling for a game of Binga, Banga, Bongo. First on the green (Binga), closest to the pin(Banga), and first in the hole(Bongo) score a point for that hole. The ladies had two flights of players, according to their handicaps.

July 19, 2008 Berryhill, Timothy - Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon; bond July 20, 2008 Macedo, Miguel - Fleeing Scene of Accident - Hold ICE; ICE July 22, 2008 Harris, Keith - Warrant-Lavaca County; bond

Last Thursday Jolene Lively reported she received about an inch of rain, but closer to Bend the rain was less than that, being just two or three tenths. Jesse Clark was in the top 20 in the short round and finished up in 6th place in the National High School Finals Rodeo that was held last week in Farmington, N.M..

I hope everyone is having a great week. Friday will be the 1st of August! You know what that means? School is just around the corner! I can’tbelieve summer holidays are almost gone! I personally believe the grasshoppers ate the month of July, and we are owed another month! We are on track for at least 9 days over 100 this year.

Years ago I worked with a young man who was not married but he fell in love with a young girl and they got married. A year or so later they began to have children. He loved the work we did but it did not have very good benefits especially for his wife and children.

Teens who reported that they sometimes drink alcohol to cope with anger or frustration were more likely to exhibit a range of high-risk drinking behaviors, USA Today reported December 25. Researchers who conducted a national survey of 1,877 high-school seniors found that 36% reported drinking just to experiment, while 32% said they drank for the thrill of the experience, and 15% said they used alcohol to relax. However, 18% of seniors cited multiple reasons for drinking, including to deal with anger or frustration, and these students were more likely to get drunk during the day, get drunk frequently, and to have started drinking by the sixth grade.

Alice Mae Leach, age 59, of Llano passed away July 22, 2008 in Austin. She was born October 28, 1948 in Llano to Norma (Key) Hallmark and Vonnie Hallmark. She was a lifetime resident of Llano. She married William (Bill) Leach on April 6, 1972 in Llano. Mrs. Leach was a member of Pittsburg Ave.

Jerrie Lou Startz, 79, of Odessa, formerly of San Saba, passed away Friday, July 25, 2008 in Odessa. She was born May 18, 1929 in Lytle, Texas the daughter of Louis L. Goodman and Maggie Tressie Sinclair Goodman. Jerrie moved to San Saba at an early age and resided there most of her life.

Lee Roy Eckert of Mason, passed away on Wednesday, July 23, 2008, at the age of 94. Lee Roy “Giz” Eckert was born on December 22, 1913 in Mason, Texas to Lee F. Eckert and Laura Grosse Eckert. He attended school in Mason and graduated from Mason High School. During the summers, he worked at R.

Marvin Franklin Foster, Jr., 80, of Cherokee, Texas, passed away Saturday, July 26, 2008 at his residence in Cherokee. Born June 20, 1928 in Dallas, Texas, he was the son of Marvin Franklin Foster, Sr. and Flora Lee Boone. Marvin was raised most of his life in Cherokee until 1944.

Central Texas College (CTC) will begin online registration for the central campus Fall 2008 semester on Monday, July 28. Returning students and those students who have completed the admissions process, including academic advisement and all required testing may then register using the CTC online WebAdvisor system. Fall semester classes begin August 25. To register online, students may log onto www.ctcd.edu and click the Students link.

The Central Texas College (CTC) Continuing Education Department is now registering for classes coming up in August. The month kicks off with computer, crafts and exercise classes. Outlook: Learn how to use more than your Outlook address book as this class focuses on maximizing e-mail communications, scheduling appointments, tracking tasks and coordinating projects.

The San Saba Elementary School will hold Pre-Kindergarten 3 year old and 4 year old registration on August 5, 2008 from 8:00 am to 2:30 pm in the San Saba Elementary School Cafeteria. Parents are welcome to come at their convenience between this time to register and complete necessary forms required to check qualifications.

Testing Dates for 2008/2009 ACT Test: Late Registration Test Dates Registration Deadline (Fee Applies) Sept. 13, 2008 Aug. 12, 2008 Aug. 13-22, 2008 Oct. 25, 2008 Sept. 19, 2008 Sept. 20-Oct. 3, 2008 Dec. 13, 2008 Nov. 7, 2008 Nov. 8-20, 2008 Feb. 7, 2009 Jan. 6, 2009 Jan. 7-16, 2009 April 4, 2009 Feb. 27, 2009 Feb. 28-March 13, 2009 June 13, 2009 May 8, 2009 May 9-22, 2009 Testing Dates for 2008/2009 SAT Test: Late Registration Test Dates Registration Deadline (Fee Applies) Oct.