Gonzales Cannon June 21 Issue

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Grand Jury: fathers action justified

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HALLETTSVILLE -The Lavaca County grand jury has cleared of any wrongdoing the father who beat to death a man caught raping his five-year-old daughter -- and the father is heard pleading on a 9-11 call for emergency medical help to prevent the man from dying. At approximately 3:43 p.m. on June 9, authorities received a 9-1-1 call from a distraught father urgently seeking medical care for a man who had been assaulted at a ranch in Lavaca County near Shiner. The man was later ruled dead at the scene. 25th District District Attorney Heather McMinn told a news conference at the Lavaca County Courthouse on Tuesday the grand jury had heard the
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compiled evidence in the case and returned no indictment against the father, saying that substantial evidence supported the fathers story, including the results of a medical examination of the little girl. As part of that evidence, officials played a recording of the 9-1-1 call placed by the father. Officials named the man Tuesday, but The Cannon will not publish that name because doing so would identify his child. I need an ambulance!, the man tells the 9-1-1 operator. A man was raping my daughter and I beat him up and I dont know what to do. As the 9-1-1 operator attempts to get the man to confirm his location, he says in a panicked voice: I need some help! ... The guys going to die if yall dont help. At one point the father confirmed that other family members were attempting CPR on the attacker, and he says at another point he might try to load the man into his pickup truck to try to get him to a hospital. Under the law in the State of Texas, deadly force is authorized to stop a sexual assault, McMinn said. The attorney for the father, VAnne Huser of Shiner, said the family is hopeful the grand jurys action and the release of the 9-1-1 tape puts an end to speculation and insinuation by some in the national media. You dont have to run after the big story any more, she said. Be respectful of the fact that the child the father was defending was the victim of a sexual assault. Huser thanked McMinns office, Lavaca County Sheriff Micah Harmon and the GRAND JURY, Page A7
District Attorney Heather McMinn, flanked by Texas Ranger Joey Edmonds and Lavaca County Sheriff Micah Harmon, speaks during Tuesdays news conference. ((Photo by Dave Mundy)
By CEDRIC IGLEHART
Local students win seats in Congress

A pair of Gonzales County youngsters are on their way to receive a firsthand account on the inner workings of our states lawmaking process. Lauren Campion and Dillon Catchings will be representing the county in the upcoming Texas 4-H Congress, which runs from July 15-18 in Austin. Texas 4-H Congress is the premiere citizenship and leadership experience for Texas 4-H members between the ages of 15 and 18. Held on the even numbers years in the Texas State Capitol, Texas 4-H Congress allows 4-H members to experience the law making process first hand by writing, submitting, and then serving as a member of the House of Representatives, the Senate, the Press, or as a Lobbyist. From these roles, the 4-H members determine the fate of each bill submitted over the four-day event. Ive always liked listening to debates about how laws are made on TV, said Catchings. I just want to know how it really works. Catchings, who is also an Eagle Scout candidate, said he was eager to sign up for the program and sees it as an extension of his desire and duty to improve the well-being of his neighbors. I enjoy my public service, said the 15-year old. I dont see myself as actually becoming a lawmaker, but Id like to get involved with my local community and do what I can to help. During 4-H Congress, Catchings will introduce a bill calling for the establishment of a minimum of 50 minutes per day for public
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school children in grades kindergarten to eighth to participate in physical education classes. 4-H, Page A7
Heading off to Congress
Dillon Catchings and Lauren Campion will be representing Gonzales County at the upcoming Texas 4-H Congress, which will be held July 15-18 at the State Capitol in Austin. The duo is the first delegation to attend from Gonzales County since Catchings sister, Ashli, attended in 2007. (Photo by Cedric Iglehart)
Dancing Australian eyes Gonzales PBR title

By DAVE MUNDY
You dont have to wait for the after-party to get underway at the Gonzales PBR to enjoy some dancing. Just pull for Ben Jones to have a good ride. Jones is among the top 25 bull riders on the Built Ford Tough world championship PBR circuit, and hes known as much for his flashy antics as for his tough-as-nails resilience. Around the circuit, hes known as The Dancing Australian. The native of Sydney, Come and Hear It! Tune in to radio station Australia will be among the KCTI 1450 AM at 8 a.m. Fri- 40 riders appearing when day and 8 a.m. Tuesday for PBR and DVS Productions
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return to J.B. Wells on Saturday, July 7 at 7:30 p.m. with some of the worlds top riders and stock. My parents divorced and my mum moved out to the country when I was 12, Jones recalled in a telephone interview Tuesday. A lot of our neighbors were into rodeo and Id never tried anything like that. I got on my first steer
when I was 12 years old, and I still cant get enough. No 33, Jones tours the U.S. for months at a time with his wife and his dog, living out of his truck and hotels as he chases his dream of reaching the top.
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Today in Texas History

June 21, 1779 On this day in 1779, Spain came to the aid of the rebelling American colonists by formally declaring war on Great Britain.The primary role played by Texas in the conflict was to supply Spanish forces mounting an assault on British territory from Louisiana. King Carlos III commissioned Bernardo de Glvez to conduct a campaign against the British along the Mississippi River and the Gulf Coast. In order to feed his troops, Glvez sent an emissary, Francisco Garca, to Texas governor Domingo Cabello y Robles requesting the delivery of Texas cattle to Spanish forces in Louisiana. Fueled in part by Texas beef, Glvez and his men defeated the British in battles at Manchac, Baton Rouge, Natchez, Mobile, Pensacola, and New Providence in the Bahamas. He was busy preparing for a campaign against Jamaica when peace negotiations ended the war
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Four family members die in wreck near Hallettsville

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HALLETTSVILLE Four members of a family, including two children, were killed Tuesday in a three-vehicle wreck near Hallettsville which closed off Alternate U.S. Highway 90 for more than an hour. The accident happened around 2:45 p.m. on a bridge on Highway 90 near its intersection with Alternate U.S. Highway 77, according to Department of Public Safety troopers at the scene. The identities of the victims were not available at press time pending notification of the next of kin, said Department of Public Safety Trooper Dustin Slovacek. Slovacek said the accident happened when the familys vehicle, traveling east-
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Gonzales Police Report

Gonzales Police Department Report from June 6-18 June 6 Reported Forgery At 1600 Blk Sarah Dewitt Dr. Lisa Marie Stephen, 39 Of San Antonio; Serina Louise Washington, 28 Of San Antonio; Kisha Ann Brown, 33 Of San Antonio; and Omayrlin Colon Sanjurjo, 24 Of Tampa FL Issued Citations To Appear In City Court Charged With Violation Of City Peddlers Permit At St. Joseph St And 90-A. Robert Lynn Johnson, 53 Of Gonzales, Arrested And Charged With Public Intoxication,Resisting, And Assault On A Public Servant At St. Lawrence And Fair St. June 9 Ruben Allen Reyes, 38 Of Gonzales, Arrested And Charged With Public Intoxication At 900 Blk Cuero St. Reported Burglary Building At 1300 Blk St. Louis St. Reported Criminal Mischief At 600 Blk St. George St. June 10 Reported Hit And Run Accident At 400 Blk College St. Jonathan Val Gonzales, 19 Of Gonzales, Arrested And Charged With Unlawful Carrying Weapon At 1600 Blk St. Louis St. Juan Riojas Jr, 42 Of Gonzales, Arrested And Charged With Assault Family Violence At 1100 Blk Ainsworth St. Hayword Kent Harper, 40 Of Gonzales, Arrested And Charged With Evading And Resisting At 1400 Blk Robertson St. Reported theft At 100 Blk Qualls St. June 11 Matthew Christopher Mayo, 26 Of Gonzales, Arrested And Charged With Burglary Habitation At 1300 Blk Cavett St. Reported Criminal Mischief At 1700 Blk Neuman St. June 12 Reported Unauthorized Use Motor Vehicle At 2100 Blk St. Joseph St. Reported Credit Card Abuse At 3000 Blk Harwood Rd. June 13 Melissa Ann Shelton, 29 Of Gonzales, Arrested And Charged With Possession Of Controlled Substance And Resisting At 90-A West. June 14 Reported Burglary Building At 400 Blk St. Francis St. Reported Burglary Building At 1400 Blk St. Louis St. June 15 Reported Burglary Of A Building At 1000 Blk St. Louis St. (Xtreme Hair Salon) Reported Burglary Of A Building At 1800 Blk Hwy 97. (A&S Recycing) Reported Reckless Damage At 400 Blk Village Dr. Reported Burglary Building At 1300 Blk St. Louis St. (Abiding Word Lutheran Church) Reported Burglary Building At 1300 Blk St. Louis St. (Frames&Things) Ciarra Rodriguez, 18 Of Gonzales, Arrested And Charged With Possession Of Marijuana and Jermiah Christopher Salazar, 23 Of Gonzales, Arrested For Outstanding Warrants At 300 Blk St. Vincent St. June 17 Calvin Leroy Rhodes, 42 Of Gonzales, Arrested And Charged With Driving While Intoxicated And Evading At 2000 Blk Mook St. Reported Burglary Building At 700 Blk Williams St.,(Gonzales Bridal Shop) June 18 Reported Burglary Building At 300 Blk 90-A. (Gonzales Building Center) If Anyone Has Any Information Reference To The Above Listed Burglaries Please Contact The Gonzales Police Department At 830-672-8686.
Trial date re-assigned for man accused of attacking deputy

By CEDRIC IGLEHART
bound on the highway, crossed the center line and was struck on the right-side by a westbound tractor-trailer rig. He said the wet road following a heavy rain earlier in the day, combined with unsafe driving speed, was likely a contributing factor. The truck hit the right side of the SUV and caused it to spin around, ejecting one person, the trooper said. All died on impact, we believe. The truck jacknifed and hit a second vehicle, also traveling eastbound. Four people in the second vehicle, a passenger van, were also injured, DPS said. Those injuries were termed minor. They were taken to the Lavaca County Medical Center in Hallettsville. The driver of the truck was not injured. The truck is owned by Yoakum Packing Co..
The fate of a Gonzales County man charged with five felony counts will be decided later this summer. James DuBose, 24, appeared before 25th District Court Judge Dwight Peschel Wednesday morning for a pre-trial hearing. His trial was set for July 30 with a possible court date set for July 19 to deal with a motion requesting the dismissal of one of his charges. DuBose is charged with five separate felony counts relating to an incident that occurred on Feb. 8, 2011 and another in 2010. The charges include one count of aggravated assault on a public servant, two counts of assault with bodily injury to a family member/ house member (two with-
in 12 months), and two counts of attempt to take a weapon from an officer. At approximately 4:30 p.m. Feb. 8, Gonzales County Deputy Floyd Toliver responded to a 911 family violence call at a residence in Harwood. According to Toliver and witnesses in the home, DuBose began punching Toliver, knocking him down to the floor. Toliver received injuries to his head, face and back, with several small bones in his back being broken by repeated blows. The beating continued for several minutes until a man (DuBoses brotherin-law) in the house held a gun on DuBose and ordered him to stop. Witnesses testified that DuBose attempted to grab Tolivers gun and mace from his belt several times
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during the attack. The 2010 charges involve DuBose allegedly hitting his former wife, Jessica. The incident allegedly took place at her mothers home where DuBose was trying to visit their young daughter. Calls made to DuBoses attorney of record, Noel Reese, had not been returned as of press time.
Gonzales Co. Sheriffs Office Report

Gonzales County Sheriffs Office Sheriffs Report for June 10-16: 06/10/12 Novosad, Garrett Quentin, 12/1986, Shiner. Local Warrant Burglary of a Building. Released on $10,000 Bond. Local Warrant Theft of Firearm. Released on $10,000 Bond. 06/11/12 Cantu Gaitan, Armando Jr., 09/1982, San Antonio. Local Warrant Fail to Maintain Financial Responsibility. Requires $385.00 Fine. Released on Order to Appear. Local Warrant Violate Promise to Appear. Requires $293.00 Fine. Released on Order to Appear. Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon. Released on $5,000 Bond. Garcia, Jesus Jr., 06/1969, Flatonia. Local Warrant Theft Stolen Property >$20K <$100K. Released on $25,000 Bond. Peterson, Kevin, 03/1956, San Antonio. Local Warrant Possession of a Controlled Substance PG 1 >1G <4G in a Drug Free Zone. Requires $50,000 Bond. Local Warrant Bail Jumping and Fail to Appear Felony. Requires $10,000 Bond. Remains in Custody. 06/14/12 Chavez, Miguel Angel, 10/1988, Gonzales. Commitment/Sentence Driving while Intoxicated. Released Weekender/Work Release. 06/15/12 Greathouse, Hullon, 07/1950, Gonzales. Commitment/Sentence Possession of Marijuana <2 oz. Remains in Custody. 06/16/12 Ramirez, Francisco Lopez, 11/1963, Nixon. Assault. Released on Order to Appear. Total Arrest, Court Commitments, other agency arrest and processings: GCSO 07 DPS 06 GPD 12 WPD 02 NPD 01 Constable 00 DWCSO 00 DEA 00 TPW 00 GCAI 00 Total 25
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Three suspects arrested in Nordheim burglary

DeWitt Co. Sheriffs Office Report

DeWitt County Sheriffs Office Report from June 7-14 June 7 Arrested David Curtis, 45, of Yoakum, Violation of Probation / Evading Arrest Detention with Priors, No Bond, DCSO Arrested Logan Rechterman, 25, of Victoria, Reckless Driving, Bond of $1,000, DCSO June 8 Arrested Vangie Muniz Samuel, 34, of Cuero, Endangering a Child, Bond of $10,000, Man/ Del CS PG1 >1G<4G DFZ, Bond of $20,000, CPD June 9 Arrested Lana Felder, 36, of Cuero, Credit Card or Debit Card Abuse, Bond of $2,500, Cuero PD Arrested Christopher Scott Parr, 33, of Cuero, Capias Pro Fine / Driving While License Invalid, Fine of $510.41, Cuero PD Arrested Derek Slade Sembera, 25, of Cuero, Endangering a Child, Bond of $10,000, DCSO June 10 Arrested Alvardo Garcia, 21, of Cuero, Illegal Entry, No Bond, Cuero PD Arrested Cesar Perez, 32, of Cuero, Illegal Entry, No Bond, Cuero PD June 11 Arrested Risa Daniels, 32, of Cuero, Counts I and II Credit Card Abuse, Bond of $2,500, DCSO Arrested Rachel Puckett, 38, of Cuero, Reckless Driving (Victoria Co), Bond of $500 PR Bond, DCSO Arrested Michael Perez, 22, of Corpus Christi, Criminal Non Support (Hidalgo Co), Bond of $7,000 Cash, DPS June 12 Attempted to locate Possible Illegal Immigrants on Hwy 119N Arrested Jonathan Martinez, 24, of Victoria, Driving While License Invalid Enhanced, Bond of $ 1,000, Speeding, Fine of $319.80, Failure to Appear on Speeding, Set for Pre Trial, Yorktown PD June 13 Arrested Ronnie Joe Hendrick, 41, of Westhoff, Violation of Probation / Assault Family Violence Enhanced, No Bond, DCSO Arrested Christian Hosinski, 41, of Yorktown, Theft by Check (Bee Co), Bond of $1,200 Cash, Yorktown PD Arrested Amber Lynn Longoria, 18, of Yorktown, Assault (MA), Bond of $1,000, DCSO Arrested Veronica Ann Wade, 33, of Yorktown, Criminal Responsibility of Another (Assault), Bond of $1,000, DCSO June 14 Took a Report of Theft on Reuss Blvd Removed a Road Hazard on Meeting School Rd Assisted DPS with an Accident on Hwy 183 Responded to a Threats call on Cattleguard Rd
CUERO The DeWitt County Sheriff s Office has confirmed three arrests were made in connection with the break-in of a Nordheim business. The Broadway Grocery Store was burglarized between the hours of 7 p.m. on June 16 and 7:45 a.m. on June 17. The beer and cigarettes that were taken along with the damage to the building totaled approximately $2,000. Deputy Jeff Thompson
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began the investigation after meeting with the owner of the store. Subsequent investigation by Deputy Thompson led to three arrests and recovery of most of the stolen items within hours. Arrested were Joshua C. Cruz, 21 of Karnes City; John E. Coffman, 19 of Austin and Alfredo G. Villarreal, 20 of Karnes City. All three were charged with burglary of a building and engaging in organized criminal activity. Their bonds were set by Judge Bill Robinson at $10,000
for the burglary of a building and $5,000 for engaging in organized criminal activity. Deputy Thompson was assisted by DPS Trooper Dustin Slovacek.
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Gonzales County Court Failure to Appear List for Court Date June 14, 2012 James Everett Allman - Driving While License Invalid Jeremy Lynn Guerra - Theft of Property Ismael Luna - Possession of Marijuana John Michael Miller, Jr. - Theft of Property Roger Peralez - Assault Family Violence Sergio Ernesto Rincon - Assault Family Violence Rodney Wade Skaggs - Driving While Intoxicated George Trigo, Jr. - Driving While Intoxicated Joe Abel Villarreal - Driving While Intoxicated 2nd Eric Donnell Williams - Possession of Marijuana Dante Trevon Woodberry - Possession of Marijuana The next County Court date is July 12. If these people come on this date a warrant will NOT be issued. For further information you may contact the County Attorneys office at 830-672-6527.
LA GRANGE Fayette County Sheriff Keith Korenek reported that early on Friday, June 15, the Fayette County Narcotics Unit executed a search warrant at 1116 James Avenue in Schulenburg, after a two-month investigation into the illegal sale of marijuana and crack cocaine. According to Sheriff Korenek, Whitney Terrence Williams, 41, of Houston and Darren Todd Oliver, 40, of Schulenburg were both arrested. Williams was charged with Possession of a Controlled Substance (cocaine) in a
drug free zone and Possession of Marijuana in a Drug Free Zone. Oliver was charged with Delivery of Crack Cocaine, Possession of Marijuana, and Possession of a Controlled Substance all in a drug free zone. Also, over $1,700 was seized as proceeds from illegal drug sales. Justice of the Peace Pct. #4 Judge Dan Mueller set the bail on both men at the Fayette County Justice Center. Williams bail was set at $60,000, and Olivers was set at $210,000. The two men remain in the Fayette County Jail.
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Divas at the Crystal
Lockhart Baker Gaslight presents Divas at the Gonzales Crystal Theatre, one night only, Saturday, June 30 at 7:30 p.m. an evening of memorable musical entertainment. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased online at http://www.gonzalescrystaltheatre.org/ and at the door. (Courtesy photo)
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ACTS of Waelder and Gonzales held a car wash Saturday and raised $752 to help repairs at the Gonzales Youth Center. Pictured from left are Lorenzo Hernandez, Liz Hernandez, Petey Hernandez, ACTS president Sam Melchor, Carney Zambrano, GYCs Pat Ryan, Juan Soto, Kenneth Hernandez, Kenny Hernandez, Lena Hernandez and Anita Dement. (Photo by Dave Mundy)
Ag Commissioner to speak to Yoakum GOP Women

believes the free enterprise system and individual responsibility are the keys to prosperity for Texas. From his earliest days of public service as a member of the Palestine city council through his tenures in the Texas House of Representatives and later the Texas Senate, Commissioner Staples has championed such critical issues as protection of private property owners rights, workers compensation reform, school finance reform and improving the education of Texas leaders of tomorrow, just to name a few. As leader of the Texas Department of Agriculture, Commissioner Staples is diligent in his efforts to support private sector job creation and economic development across the Lone Star State; improve consumer protection from the grocery store to the gas pump; lead true eminent domain reform in Texas; and play an enormous role

225 pounds of pot siezed
Fayette County Sheriff Keith Korenek reports a traffic stop in the county led to approximately 225 pounds of marijuana being recovered. Texas Department of Public Safety Trooper Paul Kohleffel conducted a traffic stop on a truck traveling along Interstate 10 for moving violations. Further investigation into the stop resulted in marijuana being located in the vehicle. The driver of the vehicle, 42 year old Jose Ramirez of Laredo was arrested and charged with possession of marijuana and booked in the Fayette County Jail. Assisting with the stop was that of Texas Department of Safety Trooper Sergeant Richard Krenek, Trooper Stephen Pierce, and the Fayette County Sheriffs Office Narcotic Unit. At the current time a bond has not been set on Ramirez. (Courtesy photo)
Republican Women of Yoakum Patriot Dinner

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YOAKUM Texas Secretary of Agriculture Todd Staples will be the featured speaker at the second annual Republican Women of Yoakum Patriot Dinner, set for 6 p.m. Friday, June 29 at the Yoakum Community Center, 105 Huck St. in Yoakum. Tickets are $25 each or $300 for a patriot table seating 8. For reservations, contact Dori Wyatt at 361293-2869 (critterhill@gvec. net) or Brenda Cash at 361594-4258 (bac@gvec.net). The event will begin with a social hour and silent auction at 6 p.m., followed by the dinner at 7 p.m., catered by Werners Restaurant in Shiner. Todd Staples is the 11th Texas Commissioner of Agriculture and recently was re-elected to serve a second four-year term in this statewide elected office. Commissioner Staples
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in continuing to improve the healthy lifestyles of young Texans. He is also focused on the promotion of agricultural products and businesses using the GO TEXAN marketing program, and has expanded trade opportunities for Texas producers. Commissioner Staples has accomplished these priorities with a philosophy that puts family and taxpayer interests first while also focusing on efficiency. Commissioner Staples was born in Anderson County where he was active in high school FFA and was elected state FFA vice president. He attended Texas A&M University where he graduated with honors with a degree in agricultural economics. Commissioner Staples began serving in public office in 1989 when he was elected to the Palestine city council. In 1995 he was elected state representative and served three terms in the Texas House before being elected state senator in 2000 where he served two terms. His public service continues today as Agriculture Commissioner. Following his first election in 2006, he was re-elected to a second term in 2010.
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Did you know? Commissioner Staples understands that it is the private sector that creates jobs and allows our economy to grow. Staples help lead the charge towards true eminent domain reform in Texas and has challenged the Obama Administration to allocate adequate resources to secure the Texas border from the life-threatening dangers from drug dealers and human smugglers crossing Texas soil. Staples is documenting the dangers Texas farmers and ranchers face along the border. Commissioner Staples has been rated one of Texas top conservatives during his service in the Texas legislature. Most recently, with strong encouragement from friends and supporters statewide, like Nolan Ryan, he launched an exploratory campaign to run for Texas Lt. Governor in 2014.
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LOCKHART Local and state agents raided four Lockhart businesses on Friday and issued misdemeanor citations to more than 100 people while seizing money and and 160 computers police said were being used for gambling. The raid was the result of a two-month joint investigation by the Lockhart Police Department and the Caldwell County District Attorneys Office, Lockhart Police Chief Michael Lummus said. As part of the investigation, officers played the slot-machine style games undercover, he said. Lummus said the businesses Lucky Sweeps, Hometown Sweepstakes, Trails of Texas and KB Foundations of Texas Sweepstakes were in violation of state gambling laws, in part because the businesses profited from the games. Officers issued class C misdemeanor citations to anyone playing the games, Lummus said. Charges against those running the businesses are forthcoming, Lummus said.
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Players may be different, but the corruption continues

One of the things that turns a lot of honest people away from politics these days is corruption. Here in south-central Texas, weve experienced a lot of that over the years. Some would maintain that weve experienced more good-ol-boy politics in these parts than weve enjoyed honest politicians over the years; sadly, its something of a tradition in these parts. From people who wont get arrested or prosecuted for crimes because some politician is protecting them to sweet deals for family and friends of said office-holders, corruption runs rampant in our political system. Corruption feeds upon itself; one corrupt office-holder lends his or her backing to another corrupt officeholder, Big Money changes hands, and the same self-serving, greedy criminals get re-elected time and time again. Attempts to investigate the corruption mysteriously dry up or run into dead ends because strings get pulled. On rare occasion, a bona fide hero manages to buck the system and get
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elected. On rarer occasion, corrupt office-holders try to grab too much and get caught by outside agents they cant bribe their way past. All in all, however, corruption creates a mistrust of our political system by the people who should be controlling it: the honest, everyday voters. When people dont trust the system, they dont vote. When they dont vote, they are unable to exercise their power to help control events in their lives. It stands to reason that the corrupt politicians want to make sure honest people dont vote; thus, in many cases, they dont bother to disguise their corruption. Its intimidating to not
only know they can get away with it, but when they get away with it and flaunt it in your face. For years and years, both here in Texas and across the country, corrupt Boss Hogg politicians (usually of Anglo-Saxon descent) went out of their way to prevent black people from voting. In many areas, those of other ethnic descents were similarly treated those of Hispanic, Chinese, American Indian, Irish, Polish and even Scottish descent were treated like second-class citizens and intimidated into either not voting or into supporting the corruption. A new breed of Boss Hogg has emerged with our changing society. No longer are minorities shut out of the process: in many cases, theyre now the key to the process of gaining power and staying in power. Thus, the corrupt politicians go out of their way to cater to, bribe or otherwise ensure that they get the ethnic vote. Even to the point of importing extra votes. As one small-town politician is reported to have said hereabouts:
These are MY Mexicans! In many ways, what has happened in Texas since it rejoined the Union parallels similar political powermongering elsewhere. Youll recall Boss Tweed and the Tammany Hall Machine of New York, or Richard Daleys Chicago. The corruption continues, although the players are different. Nowadays, however, we have a wave sweeping the country, as honest people stand up and demand an end to that corruption. Theyre tired of seeing their votes not counted because theyre serving their country, and theyre tired of seeing their votes nullified by dead people and non-citizens who are controlled by our modern political machines. Yet the methods used by those in office who embrace corruption remain the same. If a law threatens the friends of the corrupt, make sure it doesnt get enforced. Even when that means ignoring the U.S. Constitution. The Obama Administration has
decided arbitrarily that it wont enforce immigration law. Sure, changes to that law are needed. We need to make legal immigration to this country much easier for those who wish to do so; the law is so overburdened with fees and paperwork that its almost a wonder anyone tries to obey it. But its the law. And according to the Constitution, the President of the United States is designated the chief enforcer of federal law in this country. But Barack Obama wont enforce the law because he and his fellow Democrats see all illegal aliens as potential (and, in many cases, current) voters in their political machine. Theyre not about to cast out a class of people that helps keep them in power. If ever there were grounds for impeachment of the President, Congress could ask for no more clear evidence of his malfeasance than his announcement last week that immigration law would not be enforced.
Texas Solution puts new idea on immigration table

Late last Friday, June 8, the Texas Republican Party adopted a state platform that supports a federal guest worker program for aliens to enter the U.S. to work. The proposed program is being called the Texas Solution, because it addresses the illegal immigration issue from a local perspective (since Obama refuses to propose any real solutions). Program is important because it avoids mass deportation, and prevents mass amnesty. Furthermore, it is a conservative, market- and law-based approach to our nations immigration quandary. For the past few years, liberals have used emotions and political pandering as their tools to craft any immigration solution. However, this GOP proposal is put together with logic, common sense, and the rule of law. The platform has four major points. 1. Secure the U.S. borders and the nation. 2. Modernize the federal Social Security Card with anti-counterfeit, technology, but not to be used as a National ID card for U.S. citizens. 3. Begin the conversation to clarify Section 1 of the 14th amendment to limit citizenship by birth to those born to a citizen of the United States with no exceptions, and without retroactive removal of citizenship. 4. Create a temporary worker program to bring skilled and unskilled workers into the United States for temporary periods of time when no U.S. workers are currently available. This program should also require: Self-funding through participation fees and fines; Applicants must pass a full criminal background check; Applicants with prior immigration violations would only qualify for the program if they paid the - appropriate fines;
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Applicants and/or Employers must prove that they can afford and/or secure private health insurance; Applicants must waive any and all rights to apply for financial assistance from any public entitlement programs; Applicant must show a proficiency in the English language and complete an American civic class; Temporary workers would only be able to work for employers that deduct and match payroll taxes; All participants would be issued an individual Temporary-Worker Biometric Identification Card that tracks all address changes and both civil and criminal court appearances as a defendant. Liberals are always claiming conservatives are anti-immigrant, but here is a logical and practical approach to the immigration issues and needs of our nation. It avoids mass deportation which would be costly and impractical, it prevents the breakup of families, but it does not create any amnesty programs. Strict enforcement of immigration law and oversight of the temporary worker program will be important to the success of this program. However, the GOP and conservatives have placed a proposal on the table. It is not a one-sided conversation any more. Importantly, it will keep many Hispanics from being used as political pawns by liberals and Democrats.
Americans historical ignorance is appalling

The Declaration of Independence is a poor excuse for an obscure historical document. Its not the Magna Carta or the Peace of Augsburg. Its name is so straightwordly functional, it almost makes you wonder why the Founders werent more imaginative. Yet only 35 percent of American fourth-graders know the purpose of the Declaration of Independence, according to a National Assessment of Educational Progress. The findings of the test administered to representative samples of fourth-, eighth- and 12th-graders are another dreary recitation of the historical ignorance of Americas students. Only 20 percent of fourth-graders, 17 percent of eighth-graders and 12 percent of 12th-graders were proficient in history. More than half of 12th-graders were categorized as below basic. Only 22 percent of 12thgraders knew that North Korea was allied with China during the Korean War. These are the symptoms of a country engaged in a long process of erasing its memory. For decades, we have been congratulating ourselves for a broad-mindedness that is really a selfdestructive national amnesia. Its no accident that the teaching of American history became ascendant during the surge of national self-confidence in the wake of the Civil War. Back then, we infused the endeavor with an unabashed love for America. The historian Merle Curti writes that the schools emphasized the importance of presenting vividly and attractively to children the glorious deeds of American heroes, the sacrifices and bravery of our soldiers and sailors in wartime, the personalities of the presidents, who might properly be regarded as symbols of the nation in the manner in which royal personages of Europe were regarded. How passe. Today, were lucky if students can pick their forebears out of a lineup. The content of education began to change in the middle of the 20th century, and eventually tipped into
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embarrassment and self-abasement. Huntington cites a study of 22 gradeschool readers published in the 1970s and 1980s. Out of 670 stories and articles in the books, only five were patriotic. All of the stories dated from prior to 1780. Four of them focused on a girl. Three of them involved the same girl, Sybil Ludington, the female Paul Revere. As this transpired down below in the elementary schools, the professional historians worked to kill American history from above. They suffocated it first in data-driven social history and then in multiculturalism, until it seemed fit only for obsessives about race or gender. The neglect of history leaves on the cutting-room floor all the entertaining, instructive and inspiring material involved in the worlds most daring and (ultimately) successful experiment in self-government. Worse, it robs us of one of the most important constituent parts of our national identity. Historian David Lowenthal says of heritage: By means of it we tell ourselves who we are, where we came from, and to what we belong. Increasingly, we dont know and dont want to know. Never forget is an appropriate admonition for victims of atrocities. Never remember is a strange and ominous admonition for a nation somebody or other once called the last best hope of earth. Rich Lowry is editor of the National Review. (c) 2012 by King Features Synd., Inc.
Unappreciated donations will be directed elsewhere

Dear Editor, We have offered hope, healing, and love to Normas House with several monetary donations. However, acknowledgement has never been received after our endeavors. Our two cutting horse associations (J.B. Wells Arena is our home base) offered a used tack sale at the May 12th cutting horse show. A $500 check was mailed to Normas House for the proceeds. In previous years, a check was made to Normas House for another tack sale and a $13,000 check from a live/silent auction. One hundred percent of the money raised went directly to Normas House. To this date, donations have been made with no such recognition as to the significant monetary donation that has been made. Our two cutting horse affiliates are currently looking for an organization that will be better served and appreciative of our donations. If anyone in the community knows of a charitable/appreciative organization that needs assistance, please email us at vandalsvillain@yahoo.com. Marcy Blanchard Bebe vention added repeal of the death penalty and replacing it with life without parole to the party platform. Exonerated death row inmate Anthony Graves, who was nearly executed twice, spoke to a large audience explaining how our dysfunctional justice system continues to wrongfully execute innocent people. Graves spoke from the heart and reminded attendees that you cant undo an execution. He also told us that while outsiders think life without parole is getting off easy those in prison with such sentences dont see it that way and many would rather face execution or in his words take the needle. While people of color are disproportionately represented among those executed dont think it cant happen to middle aged white guys. Gov. Perry allowed Cameron Todd Willingham to be executed even after being presented with evidence that no crime had been committed at all. We should also recognize that it costs four times as much to try a death penalty case and execute the convict as it does to jail someone for 40 years. That means we spend an awful lot of our criminal justice resources on killing someone when we could be protecting our families from violent crime by having more cops on the beat. If youre a small government, low tax conservative who believes our criminal justice system should be tough on crime wouldnt it be more cost effective to stop this big government boondoggle? JC Dufresne Cibolo
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Dear editor, Be a volunteer at the Gonzales library one hour a month, 3:45 - 4:45 p.m., so those 8-18 can teach him/herself to play in the Piano Made Easy program for which there are no costs. Many children have taught themselves to play the piano at the Gonzales Public Library since 2010 thanks to the Mayron Cole Piano Method, Piano made Easy. I have been a volunteer as have many, many other people in the Gonzales area, including my husband, but we dont teach piano to children, we simply are available if the child needs something during that one hour. We feel that helping children to learn more about music is a good thing in their lives, and for their families and our community. The cost to each volunteer is one hour of time. If you wish to volunteer one hour of your time a month please call dorothy eberle at 672-4889. Jo Ann Leifeste Gonzales
Tuesday morning I called on Attorney General Eric Holder to resign from office. Let me explain why. The case against Eric Holder could begin and end with his handling of Operation Fast and Furious, the program in which our Justice Department deliberately allowed the sale of nearly 2,000 firearms to Mexican drug cartels, and then intentionally lost track of them. In December 2010, two of these guns were found at the murder scene of U.S. Border Patrol Agent Brian Terry, yet Mr. Holder still has not held anyone accountable. Moreover, his sworn testimony has repeatedly been contradicted by internal memos, and his administration has misled Congress. The gunwalking scandal has destroyed Mr. Holders credibility. We need an attorney general who will put justice before politics. Our current attorney general is so fiercely political that he has even blocked my home state of Texas and others from implementing commonsense voter-ID laws. Ironically, Mr. Holder has ignored genuine cases of voter intimidation and failed to protect the voting rights of our men and women in uniform and their families. He is all politics, all the time. Mr. Holder has a long history of such behavior, which is why I opposed his confirmation. While serving as deputy attorney general under President Clinton, he aggressively pushed his Justice Department colleagues to support clemency for 16
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Puerto Rican terrorists, despite strong objections from the FBI and other prominent law-enforcement authorities. Then, in the final weeks of the Clinton administration, he recommended pardoning the fugitive commodities trader Marc Rich, whose wife was a major Democratic donor. So it came as no surprise when, shortly after taking office as attorney general in 2009, Mr. Holder released classified memos on enhanced interrogation techniques, thereby (1) ignoring the advice of seven former CIA directors, (2) providing sensitive information to our enemies, and (3) giving our allies fresh cause to doubt Americas reliability. After releasing the memos, Mr. Holder launched a politically motivated investigation of several CIA interrogators, even though career Justice Department officials had already recommended against prosecuting them. Last week, we again witnessed Mr. Holders willingness to put politics before justice, when he refused to appoint an independent special prosecutor to look into the unprecedented leaks of possibly classified operations. As Democratic and Republican Senators have made clear in a resounding voice, these leaks en-
danger our national security and the lives of the men and women sworn to protect it. We know these leaks came from the Obama administration, and some may have even come from the Justice Department. Mr. Holder faces a clear conflict of interest. This is exactly the type of situation that calls for a special prosecutor. Unfortunately, Mr. Holder has rejected that option and instead chosen Ronald Machen, the US Attorney for the District of Columbia, to lead an investigation. This decision offers yet another example of Holders poor judgment. Mr. Machen has donated thousands of dollars to President Obamas political campaigns; he vetted vice presidential candidates for the Obama team in 2008; and he got his first job as a federal prosecutor from, you guessed it, Eric Holder. In short, Mr. Machens inquiry will not seem truly independent. It is insulting for the attorney general to pretend otherwise. Once again he has shown his penchant for putting politics ahead of justice. Americans deserve an Attorney General who will uphold basic standards of honesty, transparency, and accountability. They deserve an attorney general whose loyalty to the justice system will trump his loyalty to the White House. They deserve an attorney general who will treat Congress and the public with respect, not contempt. They deserve someone better than Mr. Holder.
Pilot Club says Thanks! for a great Project Graduation

chunks, brownies, cookies, hot wings etc. kept supplied all night long. SecuTo the So-o-o Many rity and supervision were Good and Helpful People constant and the well-tendof Gonzales, ed grounds and pool of the From The Pilot Club of Disciple Oaks Conference Gonzales, Texas Inc. Center offered well lightProject Graduation 2012 ed areas for the activities. Let the Good Times Roll There was a nurse in atis now a high point in the tendance so when an angry history of these parts. scorpion attacked a guest The donations of monand a splinter had to be reey exceeded that in any moved, all turned out well. other year. The cooperaThank you! Thank you! tion we enjoyed with help We of the Pilot Club from other service clubs, of Gonzales, TX Inc.are churches, organizations, compelled to give a public and the many generous thank you to this great list donors of time and ameniof donors who so generties provided a lively venue ously helped us - in fact, litfor fun and games, a free erally made possible, 2012 souvenier tee-shirt, safety Project Graduation and reat play, healthy activities, ally Let the Good Times and earned many grads a Roll May 25th. Donations nice bundle of moolah to totalled $12,038.35 from: Allen and Betty Fink, Douglas Forshagen, Doyle and Reta Hines, Lindemann Fertilizer Service Inc., Mr. and Mrs. James P. Alford, John C. Floyd, Pat Kelley Logan, Persons Flower Shop, R&B Enterprises, Tonis Food Store, West Motors, Ripley & Wolff, Discovery Architectural Antique, Paul and Victoria Frenzel, Guadalupe Valley Veterinary Clinic, Hochheim Prairie Farm Mutual Ins., Kitchen Pride Mushroom Farms Inc., Mohrmanns Drug Store, Sage Capital Bank, St. James Catholic Church, Sam and Patricia Turk, Also, Caraway Ford Gonzales, D&G Automotive & Diesel, First Shot Cook-Off, Bobby and Barbara Hand, Hermann Sons A great big Thank You to Gonzales Building Center. PicLodge No. 175, Johnson Oil tured here are, from left to right, Pilot Ruth Gumper of Co., Michael Mercer, DoroGBC, Pilot President Ann Covert and Pilot Nancy Logan.
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recall the occasion in years to come. The given-away money was only limited by the energy and initiative of the grads because they had opportunity to win at bingo, archery, washer pitch, limbo, etc.if they participated. A few really energetic kids earned hundreds of dollars. The drawing for the highest prize was won by Lorrell Wright who took home a totally unexpected $500. There were 88 seniors and 33 guests attending, who arrived by bus by 10:50 PM, to come eat their fill of pizza, get rehydrated with water, lemonade, soft drinks, snowcones and look over the possibilities for fun and games. Tables held an array of chips, dips, fruit bites, chili, veggie
thy Ploeger, Jean Johnson Peterek, Prosperity Bank, Southern Clay Products Inc., Storey Jewelers Inc., Robert A. Young Jr., Wells Fargo bank, Gonzales Chiropractic Center, Randolph Brooks FCU, Land OLakes Purina Feed LLC, Texas, Gonzales & Northern Railway, San Antonio Water Systems, Independent Order of Odd Fellows; Larry and Beth Mercer, Also, Catholic Daughters of America, Texas Preceptor Gamma Chapter, First Baptist Church, The Pilot Club of Gonzales wishes to thank Logan InsurHouston Munson, TSG ance for their continued support of Project Graduation! Architects AIA, Country Pictured are Travis Tressner and Pilot Cindi Jackson. Village Square Residents, Mrs. R.W. Harless, LePetit Breakfast Lions Club, GonMrs. J.R. Tinsley Jr., Du- Maison Beauty Shop, The zales Noon Lions Club, JuBose Insurance Agency, China Basket, Jerry Kay nior and Senior Class ParGolden Chick, Gonzales DuBose, Gonzales County ents, International Order of BPOE #2413, Graham land Camera Club, Logan Insur- Odd Fellows and Gonzales & Cattle Co., Holiday Fi- ance Agency, Gonzales elks Young Farmers. We are so happy to nance Corp., Laurel Ridge ladies, Charlie and Debra Aleman. know that amidst all the Designs Inc., Southwest AND there were dona- hard work of this event, Engineers Inc., Frank M. tions of supplies, foods, we heard many times Oh, Stockton, Adams Extract & Spices LLC, Sally and Vic games, comfort set-ups of we had a GOOD time! Brown Jr., Buddys Natural cooling fans, help in deco- and This was really fun Chickens Inc., Gonzales rating, help in clean up and helping - Why didnt you Art Group, Presbyterian put away and free publici- ask us before this year? Church of Gonzales, Allens ty to get the word out, came And grateful parents have from Advantage Rentals voiced their gratitude for Body Tech Inc., Also, American Le- (lights), Randolph Brooks Project Graduation 2012. Pilots of Gonzales are gion Auxiliary Unit 40, Federal Credit Union (drinks and games), Brock gratified to see so many Frames & Things, Gonzales Breakfast Lions Club, Minton of Texas Parks and community organizations Father James Knights of Wildlife (archery), GVEC helping and willing to help Columbus Council 5090, (water cooler fans, water throw such a party and Robert and Jackie Gandre, and prizes), Jaime Owens consequently keep our preXi Lambda Zeta Chapter, (publicity and on-site work, cious youth safe in body, Abiding Word Lutheran GISD bus drivers, Nesser mind and spirit on this Church, Harold and Bil- Family (snowcones), The most important night of lie Bruns, Bryan and El- Gonzales Cannon, The their lives. Again, we say len Denman, First United Gonzales Inquirer, Reddy THANK YOU! Project Graduation DiMethodist Church, Gon- Ice, Carolyn Kocian (cleanup and nurse duties), Dr. rectors- Dr. Stephanie zales Building Center, Gonzales Young Farmers Kim Strozier (co-op for Gacke and Dr. Cindi JackChapter, Jim and Dr. Deb arrangements and on-site son Cunningham, Frances and work), Boy Scouts, Rotary Bert Ehrig Jr., Mr. and Club of Gonzales, Gonzales
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GRAND JURY: Father cleared after beating daughters attacker

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PBR: Colorful Aussie among leading riders

This last Friday, my first ride in Bismark (N.D.), the bull got on top of me, Jones said. Ive got three busted ribs. Thats the least of my worries. Ive had both lungs punctured, both legs broken and both eye sockets broken. What doesnt kill ya only makes ya stronger. Jones has become a fan favorite for his dancing when he has a successful ride, he likes to celebrate immediately. In the arena. He may not be Terrell Owens, but the fans love it. You can tell when you scored well, he said. When I beat the bull, I get excited. Jones said that local producer Bo Davis is his primary reason for hitting the Gonzales stop, which is part of PBRs Touring Pro circuit. Bo probably puts on the best PBR events in Texas, he said. Gonzales is one of the best. He gets 40 of the best bulls. Its as good as the (maincircuit) Built Ford Tough series. Youve got to work for it.
Texas Rangers for treating her client with respect and professionalism throughout the ordeal. This is a 23-year-old man who is a peaceable soul, she said. She said the family is ready to put its lives back together. This has been a tragic event in their lives, Huser said. They want to move on. For us, the story is over. By doing this today, they can start the healing process. Sheriff Harmon on Friday identified the dead man as 47-year old Jesus Mora Flores, who had a drivers license showing a Gonzales address. Harmon later confirmed that Flores was a resident alien with a valid work visa, but no details have been released about where he lived in Gonzales or whether he was employed anywhere other than the ranch where he died. A news release from Harmon said that upon arrival, law enforcement and emer-
gency medical personnel observed Flores on the scene suffering from numerous injuries to the head and neck area. After talking to witnesses on the scene, it was discovered that a witness observed Flores forcibly carrying the child off to a secluded area. The witness ran for help and alerted the childs father. At that time the father heard a scream and ran in the direction of the sound, eventually coming upon Flores attacking his child. The father immediately removed Flores from on top of his child and in the process inflicted several blows to the mans head and neck area. The physical evidence at the scene appeared to substantiate the fathers account, said Harmon. When emergency medical personnel arrived, Flores pants and underwear were down and the mans genitals were exposed. Further investigation, which was assisted by the Texas Rangers, included an autopsy, a physical exam and forsenic interview of
the child and several detailed witness statements. All of the physical evidence gathered, and the witness statements, corroborated the fathers statement, Harmons news release noted. The results of the preliminary autopsy report were released by Yoakum Justice of the Peace Alene Lyons, which said Flores died from blunt force head and neck injuries. The manner of death was ruled as a homicide. Lyons said the entire report will likely be released in the next six to eight weeks depending on how soon the toxicology report is completed. Sheriff Harmon made the right decision in not arresting the father at the time of the incident, a news release from McMinn on Friday said. Harmon indicated that he believed the childs father was very remorseful and did not intend to kill Flores. This case has been very traumatizing on the child, her father, and his entire family, he said.
Luling Mayor Mike Hendricks greets Luling and Rachel Norrod when they stopped by city hall recently while celebrating the toddlers birthday. The wonderful little lady is a sure bet to be busy this weekend during the 59th Annual Watermelon Thump in her namesake town. (Courtesy photo)
Little Miss Luling ... of Luling
Fans will be able to witness 40 riders battle for 15 spots in the short round, showcasing eight-second rides and jawdropping wrecks as the worlds best bull riders attempt to stay on animals 10 times their size. Pre-sale tickets will be on sale through July 6. Tickets will be $20 for adults and $8 for youth and can be purchased at E Barr Feed and the Gonzales Chamber of Commerce. Tickets will be sold at the J.B. Wells Arena on Saturday, July 7, starting at 10 a.m. until show time for $25 for adult and $10 for youth. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. with activities such as Live Entertainment with the Hole in The Floor Band, shopping at vendor booths, a bouncy for the kids, a live Watusi Bull for pictures, a mechanical bull and cold Bud Light and Jack Daniels products being served. The Official After Party directly after the event will take place in the Show Barn adjacent to the arena with Live music, dancing, and Bud Light and
Jack Daniels beverages. Prior to the event on Tuesday, July 3 at 7 p.m. at the Running M Bar and Grill, producers will host the PBR Calcutta to benefit Normas House and the 3rd Annual PBR Rider Cup Golf Tournament will take place on Saturday at the Independence Golf Course at noon. For more information and to sign up, call 830-6721324. The event is sponsored in part by the City of Gonzales, The Gonzales Cannon, KCTI, Jack Daniels, Caraway Ford, Stewart Trucking, Dillon Transport and Johnson Oil Co. The PBR is the worlds premier bull riding organization. More than 100 million viewers annually watch over 400 hours of primetime PBR programming on VERSUS, NBC, CBS and networks around the world. The PBR has awarded over $100 million in prize money and 20 riders have earned over $1 million, including Justin McBride with $5.5 million the most of any western-sports athlete in history. Nearly 2 million fans attend Built Ford Tough Series and Touring Pro Division events each year. For more information on the PBR, go to www.pbr.com, or follow on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TeamPBR and http://twitter.com/ TEAMPBR.
2012 Youth Tour
Morgan Simper, an incoming senior next year at Gonzales High School, was recognized by State Representative Tim Kleinschmidt, District 17, for being named the only student from Gonzales selected to participate in the 2012 Youth Tour. The Central Electric Cooperative Rural Electric Youth tour offers high school juniors going into their senior year the opportunity to go to Washington, D.C. for a week free of charge to experience all the beauty and history of the nations capital. Youth Tour participants will have the opportunity to see the U.S. Capitol, meet with congressmen from their state, tour national monuments and memorials, and visit the National Zoo as well as the Smithsonian museums. While on tour they will attend an All States Dinner Dance, where they will have the chance to meet students from across the country. Joe Martinez, principal at Gonzales High School, presented State Representative Kleinschmidts letter to Morgan. (Courtesy photo)
4-H: Local students to take part in mock legislature

I would like to see them in moderate to vigorous exercise activities that are planned out and structured, he said. Mrs. Obama is trying to help by changing the lunch menu and this bill is taking her agenda a step further. Campion recently returned from Girls State, a similar experience where she was able to participate in mock sessions of the Texas Senate. She said she finds the upcoming 4-H Congress an equally intriguing endeavor. Its going to be interesting to see along what lines people are going to be
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thinking on, said the 17year old incoming senior. If we all have the same ideas coming from different directions, then there should be a way to actually implement them. Her bill calls for making it a requirement for every high school student to take one semester of an agriculture-related class in order to graduate. It can be an animal science class or woodshop or floral design, Campion explained. A lot of people dont know that just about everything they use comes from agriculture. With them knowing that, they will realize everything comes from someplace else before it goes to the store. Both of the youth are longtime members of the Gonzales County 4-H
Campion is a 10-year veteran and Catchings has been involved for seven years. They agreed when asked about the main thing the program has taught them. Leadership, said Catchings immediately. We have opportunities to go out and learn about leadership skills. They teach us how to go out and get other people involved in our causes, added Campion. You sometimes have to get people out of their comfort zones so they can expand. Campion plans to attend Texas A&M and major in Animal Science. She is the daughter of Ricky and Jamie Campion. Catchings is the son of Tracy and Darrell Catchings.
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First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
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Dewville United Methodist

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1817 St. Lawrence St. Gonzales
First Assembly of God

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Jesus Holy Ghost Temple

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New Life Assembly of God
Corner of Church St. & Jessie Smith St. Gonzales
Church of Christ (Iglesia de Cristo)

201 E. Second St. Nixon
Lighthouse Church of Our Lord New Life Temple for Jesus Christ
Belmont, Corner of Hwy 466 & Hwy 80
Bahai Faith
Bahai Faith Baptist
Church of Christ
E. 3rd & Texas, Nixon
621 St. George St. Gonzales
Harris Chapel United Methodist

S. Liberty St. Nixon
Clark Baptist Church

F.M. 794, Gonzales Hwy. 87 Smiley
Community Church of God

1020 St. Louis, Gonzales
Churches of God
Harwood Methodist Church
County Baptist Church Eastside Baptist Church

Seydler Street, Gonzales
Gonzales Memorial Church of God in Christ

1113 Hastings, Gonzales
North 2nd and North Gonzales, Harwood
River of Life Christian Fellowship

207 Steele St., Smiley 830-587-6500
Henson Chapel United Methodist

1113 St. Andrew, Gonzales
Two Rivers Bible Church
Iglesia Bautista Memorial

Hwy 97 Waelder
St. James Baptist Church

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1600 Sarah DeWitt Dr., Ste 210, Gonzales
New Way Church of God in Christ

514 St. Andrew, Gonzales
Monthalia United Methodist

CR 112 off 97
Elm Grove Baptist Church 4337 FM 1115 Waelder, Texas 78959 First Baptist Church
422 St. Paul, Gonzales 403 N Texas Nixon Hwy 108 N Smiley
Leesville Baptist Church

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Saint Paul Baptist Church Shiner Baptist Church
Faith Family Church
Inter-Denominational Pentecostal
Memorial Heights Baptist Church

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Episcopal Church of the Messiah

721 S. Louis, Gonzales (830) 672-3407
Episcopal
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Smiley United Methodist

1 blk S. of Hwy 87
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First Baptist Church First Baptist Church First Baptist Church

406 N Ave E Waelder
Mount Pilgrim Baptist Church Oak Valley Baptist Church Old Moulton Baptist Church
2287 FM 1680, Moulton
Union Lea Baptist Church

St. Andrew St. Gonzales
Waelder United Methodist

2 blks from Hwy 90 & 97
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W. Central at 87 Nixon
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St. James Catholic Church

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7 mi N of Nixon on Hwy 80
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1121 N. College Gonzales
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1426 Fisher, Gonzales
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207 S. Washington, Nixon
605 Saint Joseph St. Gonzales
S of 90-A (sign on Hwy 80)
Greater Rising Star Baptist Church
Providence Missionary Baptist Church

1020 St. Andrew Gonzales
First Evangelical Lutheran

1206 St. Joseph, Gonzales
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613 St. Joseph, Gonzales
Pilgrim Presbyterian Church

CR 210 off FM 1116
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3rd Ave S of Hwy 87 Nixon
Harwood Baptist Church

North of Post Office
San Marcos Primitive Baptist Church

4 Miles west of Luling on Hwy. 90 P.O. Box 186, Luling 830-875-5305
St Patrick Catholic Church in Waelder

613 Highway 90 East Waelder Hwy 87 Smiley
Abiding Word Lutheran Church, LCMS 1310 St. Louis Belmont United Methodist Hwy. 90-A
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Iglesia Bautista Macedonia
St. Phillip Catholic Church
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201 S Congress Nixon
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Center is unusually busy

The Belmont Community Center will have their regular meeting on June 26th of this month at 2PM at the center. That center has been an unusually busy place this month with reunions and funerals going on. The Mens Brotherhood will have their congregational Fund Raiser dinner on July 6th to raise money for scholarships to be given to the graduating seniors. I heard that BBQ chicken is on the menu with all the trimmings. Please lift the following people up in your prayers: Crystal Boyd, Rose Rivera, Joe Kotwig, Lisa Rodriguez, Christian, Diana Garcia, Terry Bowman, Bill and Marie Lott, Doris and Alvin Hewell; Sarge Dunkin; Louise Jones, Katy West, Aunt Georgie Gandre; Danny and Joyce Schellenberg, Mildred ONeal, Doug Walshak, Selma Vickers, Gene Robinson, Susie Dolezal, Keith Glass, Joyce and Jack Black, Teresa Wilke, Sandi Gandre, Rev A. C. Newman, Aunt Betty Gandre, Fay,Linda Nesloney, Marie Schauer, Esther Lin-
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even watch TV because somewhere in my dear husbands brain he procrastinated about paying DISH network, and those people expect their bills to be paid. Imagine that!!!! They are real nervy arent they? They are going to lay Clyde (Bubba) Bond to rest tomorrow. I liked Bubbas Mama. Mrs. Heddie was always working on some project and I would drop by and we talk about our latest projects. I inherited some of her projects and cherished them. Bubba and I had a different kind of talk. He would talk about his garden and his cats. It seems like my cat would be missing or his would be missing. Then he talked about how greatful he was to have Nuriz, Joaquin, and the girls to stay and look after him and Ann. They loved him like a family and the girls loved Anns ice cream. Bubba Bond will be missed. I am sorry to say that this will just have to be the end of my news this week. Have a good week, and God Bless.
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demann, Buster Lindemann, Anna Lindemann, Tony Black, Noreen Soefje, Lanny Baker, Ed Boyd, Ann Bond; Case Martin, Marguerite Williams, Shirley Dozier, Matt and Betty Lou, the family of Marilyn Price, the family of Clyde (Bubba) Bond, the family of Walter Matlock, and the family of Evelyn Newman,The family of Rev. Bob White. Please remember our enlisted people and their families. We also need to pray for rain. Some of us have had these little patches of rain and we are grateful for anything we have gotten. However we need to pray for a little more. I go and have a big toe cut off and I may never get straightened out. I hurt all over and it is not just a seven year ache either. I cant
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Love compels me to pray for people who are sick, to listen to them when they need a sounding board, and to give them advice when they ask me for it. I do things for others because I carewith no strings attached. I do these things
God gives us all a choice

always do my best to helpwhen and if- someone really needs my help and asks me for it. My love for God compels me to please Him by doing what He has instructed me to dounderstanding that I am a work in progress. I continually work on my weak points and focus on strengthening the good ones, and I try daily to get things right. Perfection is impossible for anyone. God simply expects us to do the best we can do every day, day after day, until our life here is finished. It is my primary duty as a Christian to pass along the message with which every Christian is assigned. The message is simply thisevery human being was born with a sinful nature and is destined to go to hell. But, hell was the destination place for the angels that turned against God. Hell was never meant for humans, that is why God has given us a way to avoid going there. Salvation from eternal torment is possible through a simple choice to believe in what Jesus did for you. It is not my duty as a Christian to push this message down anyones throat. When people tried this method with me, I ran the other way. Like so many others, I came to believe in the message of salvation because I tried most everything else firstbut nothing gave me the enduring peace and fulfillment I was searching for, nothing I tried changed my life for the better. And nothing was able to give me more than temporary reprieve from the mental anguish I often suffered. My choice to believe in Christ as my personal Savior was the only thing
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that changed my inner life; which caused a progressive change in my outward behavior. This in turn affected my relationships with others in a positive way. We were all born into this world to choose who we will follow. We can choose to follow God or we can choose to follow the devil. One choice gives us eternal life in addition to a better life in the here and now. Peace of mind is a rare commodity in this world; it is something which is highly sought after by everyone, yet cant be purchased. Isnt it ironic that it is freely available to those who make a decision to put their trust in God? More importantly, if you choose to believe the right message you get to live forever with God in heaven. If you dont you wont. Its that simple. But, God is not a puppet master. He created every one of us with free will so that we can choose to choose Him. His desire has always been for mankind to want to love Him; however, the choice to love God must come from the heart. It cannot be faked or forced. I had to make a choice to accept or reject the gift of salvation. So do you. The bottom line is this: The choice is yours and yours alone. I chose life. Its your turn now. TAG, YOURE IT! love, eloise w w w. l o v e e l o i s e . n e t www.loveeloise.com
Saturn Friendship Club News

By EVA BOSCAMP
Special to The Cannon
On the afternoon of June 18, members of the Saturn Friendship Club met at the Cistern Schoolhouse for a Pot Luck meal before the meeting. Everyone enjoyed time of visiting and getting caught up on the activities of early summer. At one oclock the president, Roberta Kilpatrick, called the meeting to order. Everyone recited the Club Prayer and Motto. Nancy Littlefield offered a prayer before members began to fill their plates with samples of a tasty meat loaf, fried chicken, corn casserole, squash casserole, sliced tomatoes, potato salad,
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chicken salad, pea salad, and muffins. The desserts were a lemon tart, a double chocolate treat, a cinnamon ring, chocolate chip cookies and macaroons. Drinks of choice were available. After a time of fellowship while enjoying the meal, Nancy Littlefield brought a devotional from Chicken Soup for the Grandparents Soul, written by Eugene Cernan and Don Davis. It was titled The Last Man on the Moon. It began with a quote from Franklin P. Jones, Love doesnt make the world go round. Love is what makes the ride worthwhile. The story told of a nighttime conversation between Eugene Cernan, who was the last man to walk on the moon, and his five-yearold granddaughter, Ashley. Cernan thought perhaps Ashley was now old enough to understand about what he had done.
Before he could speak, she pointed straight up and exclaimed, Poppie, theres your moon. She had always called it that, never knowing why. Her grandfather said, Do you see how far away it is? Its way, way far away in the sky, out there where God lives. Poppie flew his rocket up there and lived on that moon for three whole days. I even wrote your mommies name in the sand. Ashley gazed at it a little longer then lowered her eyes to meet Poppies, and she saw not some mighty suited-up space hero from an age before she was born but only her silvered-haired grandfather. Poppie, she said, I didnt know you went to heaven. That story put a smile on everyones face. Libby Hopkins introduced her mother, Estelle Daniels, from Clarksville,
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Virginia, who is visiting her for several weeks. Penny Snyder thanked the members for the cards, phone calls and visits she received during the time of her knee replacement and recovery. The secretary-treasurer, Mary Kelly read the minutes of the April meeting and gave a review of the field trip to Luling Icehouse Pottery. Both were approved as read. The treasurers report was accepted. Old Business and New Business were conducted in a timely manner. Although unable to be present, Sandy Allen was recognized as Birthday Lady of the month. Mary Kelly announced that the July meeting will be the annual Salad Luncheon. It will be held at the Cistern Schoolhouse at 1 p.m. on July 16. She and Barbara Vinson will serve as cohostesses. There being no other business, the meeting was adjourned. As the ladies left for home they were thinking about what delicious salad they could bring to the next meeting. Friendship Club ladies enjoy sharing not only their time with one another but also their good food.
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Trustees focus on leadership at TASB summer institute

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AUSTIN All Waelder ISD School Board Members and WISD Superintendent of Schools, joined local trustees and administrators from across the state at the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) Summer Leadership Institute June 14-16 in San Antonio. Approximately 2,250 new and veteran education leaders received in-depth training on critical issues facing local districts and discussed best practices for effective board governance and cost-efficient programs. Donna Beegle, Thursdays keynote speaker, is an author who trains across the nation to break what she calls the iron curtain
of poverty. After growing up in generational migrant labor poverty, she earned a doctorate degree and cofounded Communications Across Barriers. Beegle shared her belief that making a difference for people in poverty requires a shift beyond stereotypes and judgment to a deeper understanding of its causes and impact on human beings. At Fridays general session, Michael Wesch explored the effects of new media on society and culture. Dubbed the explainer by Wired magazine, he led undergraduate students in a study of YouTube culture, resulting in a 55-minute video thats been viewed more than four millions times. Wesch is an associate professor of cultural anthropology
at Kansas State University and award-winning developer of innovative teaching techniques. Also on Friday, an allday session titled Visions, Values, Conflicts, and Choices! Preserving the Public in Public Schools was led by Phil Boyle of Leading and Governing Associates and Del Burns from GMK Associates. Participants were asked to champion the continued existence of public schools in this country and seek solutions for restoring public educations essential purpose in our society. A popular feature was a facilitated dialogue session that followed the viewing of The Finland Phenomenon: Inside the Worlds Most Surprising School System. Finland is the highest performing educa-
tion system in the world. In 2010 a documentary film crew made intriguing discoveries after visiting schools and teacher training programs, and talking to teachers, parents, and students. In addition, attendees participated in another successful Leaders in Literacy book drive for children living in homeless shelters in the San Antonio area. Another highlight was a book study discussion of Why School? Reclaiming Education for All of Us by Mike Rose. He outlined his sense that we need a more humane and imaginative view of schooling in America, one that gets to the heart of why education matters and what it really means to be educated in our society. Attendees received Roses book in ad-
vance, and the author was live during a Skype question-and-answer session. Innovative uses of technology by students and board members, childhood hunger and obesity, school bullying, class rankings, social networking, community support, efficient and safe schools, and academic success with diverse students were among issues discussed during the institute. A number of sessions examined the specific needs of small and rural school districts. Sessions for newly elected trustees and board
presidents offered a combination of both breakout and in-depth formats on all facets of board governance. TASB is a nonprofit association established in 1949 to serve local public school districts. Texas school board members are the largest group of publicly elected officials in the state. The districts they represent serve approximately 4.9 million students. Waelder ISD was one of several school districts that obtained a 100% attendance, as a Team of Eight.
NSCISD trustees get re-organized

By CEDRIC IGLEHART
In a process that went a lot smoother than last year, the Nixon-Smiley Consolidated Independent School District reorganized their board of directors at their regular meeting on Monday. Phillip Morris was retained as the board president, Richard Lott was selected as vice-president and Bud Box was tabbed as the secretary. The board also agreed
to submit a payment of $32,066.30 to Weaver & Jacobs Constructors Inc. for renovations made to the Nixon Middle School. A request to construct two new tennis courts for the district was also approved. While receiving a status report on the summer maintenance renovations, the board voted to make updates to the Mustang Country building, which currently houses two classrooms. In other business, the
board: Awarded a bid for diesel fuel to Happy Sac of Nixon in the amount of 7.5 cents per gallon over the most current oil price information service price (OPIS). Awarded a bid for propane to Dynasty Enterprises of Kenedy for $0.15 per gallon over the OPIS. Nominated Vernagene Mott to serve on the Texas Association of School Boards Board of Directors, Position C. Hired six new em-
ployees including elementary teacher Julie Wubbena, middle school special ed teacher Kimberly Pawelek, elementary PE teacher David Mendez, high school teacher Maria Jimenez, and middle school teachers Courtney Patteson and Jeffrey Schievelbein. Accepted the resignations of Steve Schmoekel, Monica Newman, Jimmy Kennedy, Marsha Coleman, Anna Lee, Curtis Wubbena and Richard Neubauer.
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GYC sets annual family Fun Day

The Gonzales Youth Center will hold its Family Fun Day on Saturday, June 23 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Brickyard Pavilion in Gonzales Independence Park Kids bring your parents and brothers and sisters to enjoy a day of FREE family fun hosted by the Gonzales Youth Center and its many partners and sponsors. This amazing event includes lunch and will be full of games, music, a Moon Bounce, and other interactive, entertaining and educational activities for children and the whole family. Under the shade of the beautiful trees of the City Park, the Youth Center will showcase a wide variety of the programs and services that are available to families in the Gonzales area. Parking is limited, so dropping off then going to the soccer field area to park is recommended. In case of rain, the event will be held at the Victoria College campus. The Youth Center activities have been moved to Gonzales Elementary School Gym and will remain there until renovations are completed. The Summer Schedule will go as planned with that being our location for about a month. For more information, call Pat Anders-Ryan at 830-857-3483.
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Barnes reminds residents about bulk trash policies

Gonzales City Manager Allen Barnes reminds residents that the City does not pick up bulk trash. The fee attached to the water bill is not for bulk trash, but is for brush service. The citys contract with Allied does not have a bulk trash clause. The Public Works facility out at St. Joseph at the bypass does have dumpsters for that
type trash, and citizens may drop off those bulky items there. Citizens can dump large items on Tuesdays at public works so long as there is dumpster space. The city asks residents not to place bulky trash items on the curb for extended periods of time, as that could constitute a code violation.
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Michael Fritz, and Darren Schauer. Honorary pallbearers included Travis Arnold, Pep Ince, the deacons of the First Baptist Church, and all retirees of GVEC. The family would like to thank his caregivers, Elisa Molina, Veronica Cleveland, and Samantha Gonzales, for not only the excellent care he received, but the love they gave to him and the entire family. Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church Building Committee in Gonzales, the Gonzales Public Library, or to Hospice of South Texas. Arrangements under the care and direction of SeydlerHill Funeral Home, 906 St. Paul, Gonzales, Texas, 830672-3232. ety. Words of comfort may be shared with the Family at www.smithfuneralhomeflatonia.com Arrangements are with Smith Funeral Home, 128 E. 5th St., Flatonia, Texas, 361865-3311
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E-Mail Your local information to: newseditor@gonzalescannon.com The Apache Flames will host a Summer Kick-Off Teen Dance from 8 p.m.-midnight Friday, June 22 at the American Legion Hall in Gonzales. Cover charge is $3 for students in grades 7-12. A DJ will be providing music, with all proceeds going to help fund the Flames next year. Elementary registration will work differently this year in the NixonSmiley CISD. All elementary students enrolled during 2011-2012 will be enrolled automatically in the 2012-2013 school year. There will be no summer registration days for elementary as there are for middle school and high school.
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Lewis Honey Eckols, 19282012
Lewis Honey Eckols, 83 of Gonzales, passed away Friday, June 15.He was born June 22, 1928 in Caldwell County, the son of Lewis V. and Gladys Colwell Eckols. He was a graduate of Gonzales High School, where his love of all sports was developed, and he later attended Bob Jones University. He married Barbara Davis in Gonzales in 1948; she preceded him in death in 1995.He later married Patsy Lee Brown in Gonzales in 1996. He worked with the Guadalupe Valley Electric Coop, where he started his career as a member of the line crew and retired as the District Manager after 47 years of dedicated service. He was a very devoted member of The First Baptist Church in Gonzales where he was a longtime deacon, and served as a Sunday School teacher and Superintendent. For many years,he was a member of the church building committee and a tireless worker for his church. He served on the Gonzales Independent School Board and was a member of the Gonzales Lions Club and the Gonzales Elks Lodge.His love of sports made him a loyal fan of the Dallas Cowboys, the Houston Astros, the San Antonio Spurs, and the Gonzales Little League. He was an avid deer hunter and was interested in coin collecting. After his retirement from GVEC, he was a rancher. He is survived by his wife, Patsy Lee Brown Eckols of Gonzales; daughter, Debra Eckols and partner Tim Miller of New Braunfels; son, Steven Lewis Eckols of Los Angeles, CA; brother, Howard Eckols and wife Dottie of Houston; stepdaughters, Mary Brown and partner Mary Alice Carlson of Dripping Springs and Donna Brown of Buda; stepsons, Tyre Brown and wife Sandi of South Padre Island and Bruce Brown and wife Debbie of Neosho, MO; 10 step-grandchildren; 10 stepgreat-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife, and his brother Bobby Eckols. Graveside services were held on Tuesday, June 19 at the Greenwood Cemetery with Dr. Tim Parker and Dr. Chris Irving officiating. Pallbearers included Ronnie Brzozowski, Tim Eckols, Lynn Cochran, Bryan Glass,
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Walter L. Jug Patteson II, 1956-2012
Wiley L. Miller, 1936-2012
Wiley L. Miller, age 75, passed away Saturday, June 9 in Houston, Texas. He was born October 26, 1936 in Elm Grove, Fayette County, Texas to Nicholas and Fannie Mae Sellers Miller. Wiley attended Elm Grove and Cistern grammar schools and graduated from Flatonia High School, where he was very active in FFA.He graduated from the University of Texas, Austin with a degree in Business Administration. He was an accountant for the City of Houston for over 40 years and was the Assistant Director for the Solid Waste Management Department. He served in the United States Navy and the Air Force Reserves. Wiley is survived by his wife, Echo Yen Miller of Houston; son, Nathan R. Miller of Topeka, Kansas; and his mother, Fannie Mae Sellers Miller of Gonzales. He was preceded in death by his father, Nicholas Miller. Funeral services were held Saturday, June 16 at Smith Funeral Home, located at 128 E. 5th St. in Flatonia, with the Rev. Jo Ann Leifeste officiating. Burial followed at Elm Grove Cemetery. Pallbearers and honorary pallbearers included Pallbearers and honorary Pallbearers; Bobby Sellers, Joe M Kelley, Jr. Roy Krametbauer, Frank Huff, Jimmy Dewitt, Donald Maker, Boyce Needham, Cole Smith, Brad Haines, Jim Hostetler, and Isadore Drab. Memorial contributions may be made to the Houston SPCA, 900 Portway Dr., Houston, Texas 77024; Elm Grove Cemetery Association P. O. Box 304, 78941; and the American Cancer Soci-
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Walter L. Jug Patteson II, 56, of Gonzales, passed away Wednesday, June 13. He was born April 2, 1956 in Gonzales, the son of Walter Clarence and Mazie Ola Patteson. He was a foreman with the Gonzales Street Department and later he worked as a mechanic for the Kactus Korral. He served with the United States Army after graduating from Gonzales High School. He is survived by two sisters, Lyndi Patteson and Wynoka Chenault, both of Gonzales; brother, Ray Patteson of Lubbock; four nephews; three grandnieces and three grandnephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral services were held Monday, June 18 at SeydlerHill Funeral Home with Reverend Paul Raaz officiating. Interment followed at the Bundick Cemetery in Smiley. Arrangements under the care and direction of SeydlerHill Funeral Home 906 St. Paul, Gonzales, TX 830-6723232.
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The 55th Annual Harwood Homecoming will be held July 8th, 2012 at the Harwood Community Center. A covered dish meal will be served at 12:00 noon, you are asked to bring a meat dish and a vegetable dish or dessert, enough to feed your family and guests. The Homecoming is a project to raise money for the upkeep of the Harwood Cemetery. Donations will be accepted that day or may be sent to the Harwood Cemetery Association, 63 South Second Street, Harwood, Texas 78632. Everyone is invited to attend. GVEC will be visiting the Gonzales Public Library at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, June 26. There wlil be an electrocial safety program to demonstrate to kids how to be safe around electricity. Along with the presentation inside, GVEC employees will also demonstrate the use of one of the companys bucket trucks in the parking lot. The Gonzales American Legion Post #40 will hold its regular monthly meeting at 6 p.m. July 5 at the Legion Hall. All members and prospective members are urged to attend.
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Gonzales Master Gardeners are pleased to announce the second seminar of the 2012 free public education classes. Do you want to know how to grow strong healthy herbs and how to use them? Then our class on June 28(th) is for you, and its FREE. On June 28 starting at 6:30 pm at City Hall, Elaine Dill will be speaking on growing herbs. Elaine comes to us from Travis County Master Gardeners and has many years of experience in gardening and growing herbs. Door prizes will include a free soil test for your garden and many other great prizes. So come along to City Hall onThursday, June 28 at 6:30 p.m. and enjoy and fascinating talk that will help improve your gardening skills. For further information, please contact Carol Bond at210-2161713.
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in-a-lifetime opportunity to every child in our community. Our focus will be on Exploring Our Mission with Jesus! Club VBS will be held June 24 through 28, 2012 at Memorial Heights Baptist Church, 1330 North College Street. Well begin each day at 6 pm in the sanctuary and end our adventure at 8 pm in the fellowship hall. Feel free to call 672-3810 for more information or questions. Come and have a blast with us!! The Gonzales Learning and Career Center (GLCC) will hold its Family Feud competition on Saturday, June 23 at the First Lutheran Church in Gonzales. Team sign-in starts at 8:30 a.m. and the competition follows. Entry fee is $200 per team. Get your team together (six people, five players and one alternate) and compete against others from Gonzales County for the Family Feud title. Youll have a lot of fun and youll help the Gonzales Learning and Career Center continue to educate adults in the community and prepare them for a career. Itll be a day full of family fun and there are still several teams looking for players. Were adding a couple of features this year, including a chance for each team to buy a mulligan, an audience participation, a special prize for a team with an amazing cheering section and a special costume prize. For more information, call 830672-8291.
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The Waelder Lion and Leos Club will host its annual Fourth of July Big Band Fireworks Show at the Waelder Lions Park Soccer Field July 4. Lions and Leos members will be BROWN selling tickets for a drawing, with the Alyce June Brown, 82 of winners to be announced during Gonzales and formerly of intermission in the fireworks show.
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Quitman, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, June 6. She was born June 7, 1929 in Quitman to Harvey Lee Brown and Lottye Sutton Brown. She had been a member of the First United Methodist Church in Quitman. She is survived by her sister, Martha Ludene Poe of Gonzales; brother and sisterin-law, Herman Lee and Niffie Brown of Lake Charles, LA; and numerous other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother-in-law, Clifton Poe. Private family services will be held at a later date. In lieu of usual remembrances friends may make memorials to Odyssey Hospice, 1911 Corporate Dr., Suite 104, San Marcos, Texas 78666 or to the First United Methodist Church in Quitman. Services are under the care and direction of Seydler-Hill Funeral Home, Gonzales, Texas.
Gonzales ISD students are invited to join the districts Summer Reading Program every Tuesday and Thursday from 8:30 a.m.m-11:30 a.m. through Aug. 2 at the Gonzales Elementary Library. Story Time will be at 9:30 a.m. each day. Breakfast will be available from 8-8:30 each morning, with lunch available from 11:30-noon each Tuesday and Thursday. All GISD studentsingrades1-12areeligible,and can take Accelerated reader tests for next school year credit. Summer Sweets Contest on June 23. All the fun will be happening at the First Lutheran Church, 1206 N. St. Joseph. Were accepting entries in three categories: 1)cakes/ cupcakes decorated on a summer theme; 2) summer fruit pies/tarts; 3) freezer treats. Were asking contestants to register, pay the entry fee of $10 per entry, turn in desserts
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Angela Witzkoske was named the 2012 Miss Gonzales County during the annual pageant held Saturday at the Lynn Theatre. Griselda Lopez was selected as Junior Miss Gonzales County, while Destiny Voigt was named Little Miss Gonzales County and Jeremiah Hastings was named Little Mister Gonzales County. (Photos by Dave Mundy)
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She remained at the Bastrop store for 15 years working her way up to management positions, including photo lab manager for 10 years and shift manager. Carnahan has been manager of the Lockhart store for two years. In recent months, Walmart has taken major steps to refresh its stores, merchandising and customer experience. The improvements have all come together in the companys newest stores, such as the Lockhart Walmart, with fast service, a friendly shopping experience and clean stores. The new Walmart features enhanced service and a layout designed to make the shopping experience more convenient for customers. Walmart aligned the departments that customers shop most frequently. The pharmacy, for example, is adjacent to health and beauty making it easier for customers to pick up their prescriptions while shopping for their everyday needs. The layout of the store is easy to navigate, which will save our customers time as they shop for everyday necessities, said Carnahan. By grouping the products that our customers most often purchase, including health and beauty and pet supplies, we are making one-stop shopping even easier. A bright interior color palette creates an inviting shopping experience and helps define the stores merchandise areas. Lower shelving creates an improved sightline, and directional signage on every aisle helps customers find what they are looking for quickly.

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Lous Garden, a new subdivision in Gonzales, held a groundbreaking ceremony Monday morning. The project will contain 45 new homes and occupy an 8.7-acre tract between Walker and Seydler streets just behind the Harrell Addition. The homes will all be in the 1,200-1,500 square-foot range with several different floor plans available, and will include two and three bedroom models. Construction is currently underway with the first home expected to be completed by September. (Photo by Cedric Iglehart)
LOCKHART A new Walmart opened June 13 in Lockhart, bringing 85 new jobs, savings for local shoppers and an increase in tax revenue to support the areas economy. Nonprofit organizations will also benefit from the retailers ongoing charitable contributions and support for community projects. The new Walmart is located at 1904 S. Colorado St., across the street from the current store. We welcome this new store with open arms, said Lockhart Mayor Lew White. We have been anticipating this store for several years, and it couldnt have come at a better time. From the added jobs to the sales tax and property tax standpoints, this store will have a tremendous impact on our community. The relocated Lockhart Walmart will employ approximately 225 associates, according to store manager June Carnahan, including 85 positions created by the relocation. Several associates have worked for Walmart for more than 10 years and are transferring from nearby stores in San Marcos, Seguin, Bastrop and Buda. Walmart provides job opportunities and career choices for everyone from seniors looking for supplemental income to young people wanting to gain work experience, Carnahan said. She started her career with Walmart in 1995 as a part-time hourly associate in Bastrop.
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AUSTIN Agriculture Commissioner Todd Staples this week announced the Texas Department of Agriculture is accepting applications for federal funds totaling $1.2 million to revitalize downtown areas in rural Texas. Annually, the Texas Capital Fund awards $50,000 to $150,000 in
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Through the Texas Capital Fund, each of the awarded towns will realize the kinds of improvements and upgrades that add vitality and appeal to the communitys most visited areas. The Texas Capital Fund, federally funded through the Texas Community Development Block Grant program, provides more than $8 million in competitive awards
each year to boost economic development in small Texas communities. Projects eligible for funding include land acquisition for public infrastructure; road construction and traffic signals; sidewalk and lighting improvements; and ADA compliance upgrades. The Texas Capital Fund is administered through TDAs Trade and Business Development divi-
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Youngsters with the Christian Kids Day Care Center have been attending Vacation Bible School this week at First Baptist Church in Gonzales. They stopped by The Cannon office Tuesday to say hi and pose for a photo and to meet the hundreds of crickets trying to gain entrance to the building! (Photo by Dave Mundy)
Rodeo, Shakespeare and Sweets

The Youth Rodeo Association Finals are being held through Saturday at the J. B. Wells Park. Dont forget the Camp Shakespeare performances at the Crystal Theatre, Much Ado About Nothing, at 3:30 p.m. on June 21 and Macbeth on Thursday, July 12 at 3:30 p.m. Admission is free and everyone is invited to attend to see these young people perform as the Crystals gift to the community. The Summer Sweets Contest is being held in conjunction with the Gonzales Learning and Career Centers third annual Family Feud Tournament on Saturday at First Lutheran Church, 1206 St. Joseph Street. Contestants will register, pay a fee of $10 per entry and have their desserts judged at 10 a.m. Three categories are available: cakes/cupcakes decorated in summer theme; fruit pies or tarts and
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freezer treats. Winners will be announced at noon and advance registration is welcomed, but not required. For more information, call Ann G. Rodriguez at 672-8291, 437-2356. Entrants are asked to bring at least
12 servings of their entry. Prizes include certificates, cookbooks and baking supplies. The June Concert Series will continue on Friday on the square, with music by Grupo Vida The Electric Cowboys. Vendors open at 6 p.m., music starts at 7 p.m. Bring a chair and come on down! On Friday, June 22, at 10:30 a.m. we will have a ribbon cutting for Apex Remington Pipe and Supply, located on the Shiner Highway at the previous the W. B. Farm & Ranch location.
AUSTIN Texas Agriculture Commissioner Todd Staples is urging Congress to put an end to the overbearing regulations of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) and the abuse and misuse of the Endangered Species Act. In an ongoing effort to protect Texas private property owners rights, jobs and natural resources, Commissioner Staples today submitted written testimony to the United States House of Representatives Committee on Natural Resources. The committee is holding an oversight hearing, titled Taxpayer-Funded Litigation: Benefitting Lawyers and Harming Species, Jobs and Schools, which is examining how litigious groups use the Endangered Species Act and other federal laws to hinder species recovery, jobs and education. Congress needs to step in to end this game of endangered chicken once and for all, Texas Agriculture Commissioner Todd Staples said, regarding the tactics of threats by activist and the USFWS. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is recklessly driving the taxpayers truck on a collision course with our economy, food producers, true species steward landowners and taxpayers. Lets hope Congress takes the keys away before more damage is done. Below are excerpts from Commissioner Staples testimony encouraging the EPA to explore ways to provide
real and reasonable protection to legitimately threatened species: It is clear the ESA has been used to accomplish the goals of radicals and those seeking to expand the reach of government. A sad irony of the implementation of the Endangered Species Act is that it promotes regulation over incentives, often to the detriment of the species it proposes to protect. Rather than supporting proven conservation efforts, the ESA has been used to suffocate opportunities that promote species propagation through non-governmental, non-regulatory methods. I implore Congress to take action to provide true relief to the people of Texas and the United States. The perversion of the ESA continues to create victims and take hostages. When will science retain its place as the foundation for decisions ahead of activist litigation and threats in the absence of evidence? Approximately 84 percent of the land in Texas is in privately-owned farms, ranches and forests. Our landowners are responsible for managing the natural resources that sustain our states population of 26 million; feed and clothe the world; provide a healthy environment; and create the jobs that power our economy. We believe in sound decision making, private property owners rights and the fact that government is not the answer to every problem.
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The Gonzales Livestock Market Report for Saturday, June 16, 2012 had on hand: 942 cattle. Compared to our last sale: Calves and yearlings sold steady. Packer cows sold $1-$2 higher. Stocker-feeder steers: Medium and large frame No. 1: 150-300 lbs., $205-$265; 300400 lbs, $195-$200; 400-500 lbs, $18-$194; 500-600 lbs, $161-$176; 600-700 lbs., $137$151; 700-800 lbs, $131-$137. Bull yearlings: 700-900 lbs, $118-$124. Stocker-feeder heifers: Medium and large frame No. 1: 150-300 lbs, $186-$235; 300400 lbs, $178-$184; 400-500 lbs, $161-$173; 500-600 lbs., $144-$159; 600-700 lbs., $135$142. Packers cows: Good lean utility and commercial, $73$81; Cutters, $81-$85.50; Canners, $56-$66; Low yielding fat cows, $57-$68. Packer bulls: Yield grade 1 & 2, good heavy bulls; $101$109; light weights and medium quality bulls, $89-$98. Stocker Cows: $850-$1,250. Pairs: $1,050-$1,775. Thank you for your business!! View our sale live at cattleusa.com! July.
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The Nixon Livestock Commission Inc. report had on hand, June 18, 2012, Volume, 574. Steers: 200-300 lbs, $204 to $214 to $270; 300-400 lbs., $171 to $181 to $218; 400-500 lbs, $157 to $167 to $190; 500600 lbs, $151 to $161 to $181; 600-700 lbs, $132 to $142 to $165; 700-800 lbs, $120 to $130 to $142. Heifers: 200-300 lbs, $171 to $181 to $230; 300-400 lbs, $160 to $170 to $183; 400-500 lbs, $146 to $156 to $195; 500600 lbs, $136 to $146 to $163; 600-700 lbs, $124 to $134 to $140; 700-800 lbs, $111 to $121 to $136. Slaughter cows: $59 to $89; Slaughter bulls: $70 to $102; Stocker cows: $700 to $1,000; Pairs, $1,050 to $1,120. Notices: We will be closed on July 2, 2012 for Fourth of
The Hallettsville Livestock Commission Co., Inc. had on hand on June 12, 2012, 1,114; Week ago, 1,257; Year ago, 1,662. The calf market was very active with most classes $1 to $3 higher. Demand very good on the better quality classes. Received some welcome rains in the area. Packer cows and bulls steady to $1 lower on approx.. 150 hd. Total. Packer Cows: Individual, $94; higher dressing utility & cutter cows, $79-$90.50; lower dressing utility & cutter cows, $63-$79; light weight canner cows, $52$63. Packer Bulls: heavyweight bulls, $100-$105.50; utility & cutter bulls, $86-$100; lightweight canner bulls, $74-$86. Stocker and Feeder Calves and Yearlings: Steer & Bull Calves: under 200; $225-$275; 200-300 lbs, $215-$265; 300400 lbs, $190-$240; 400-500 lbs, $175-$188; 500-600lbs, $143$182; 600-700 lbs, $138-$160; 700-800 lbs, $134-$150. Heifer Calves: under 200 lbs, $220-265; 200-300 lbs, $182-$252; 300400 lbs, $172-$194; 400-500 lbs, $152-$178; 500-600 lbs, $140$162; 600-700 lbs, $130-$148; 700-800 lbs, $117-$133. If we can help with marketing your livestock, please call 361798-4336.
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With a strong demand in West and South Texas, we felt it necessary to make our inventory more accessible for our customers there, said Marshall. We can now replace tools at a more rapid pace, avoiding potential downtime on the job; all while maintaining quality service and products. VBR intends to grow its customer base in this area by of-
YOAKUM Variable Bore Rams, Inc. (VBR), one of the largest original equipment manufacturers (OEM) of blowout preventer components and ram providers in the world, has added a distribution center in Yoakum, announced President Hines M. Chip Marshall, Jr., P.E.
The new distribution center will reduce response time in West and South Texas by more than 20 hours. The distribution centers equipment will include a large and diverse inventory specifically selected for these regions, along with a complete selection of spare elastomers. The location will make it easier to rotate inventory from VBRs headquarters in Louisiana.
fering a wide variety of blowout preventer rams and elastomers manufactured by Cameron, Hydril, and Shaffer (NOV). The stock includes, but is not limited to: variable bore, dual bore, straight bore, multi-bore, dual string shear, casing and blind rams; all available at a quick response time. Variable Bore Rams, Inc. provides support for blow-out pre-
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Recent well location reports from the Texas Railroad Commission DeWitt County API No.: 42-123-32740 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: Burlington Resources O and G Co. LP Lease Name: Franz Unit A Well No.: 2 Field Name: DeWitt (Eagle Ford Shale) Total Depth: 13,200 feet Direction and Miles: 6.9 miles northwest of Yorktown Survey Name: I RR Co, Section 11, A-270 Acres: 618.11 API No.: 42-123-32806 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: Burlington Resources O and G Co. LP Lease Name: Saunders Unit B Well No.: 2 Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-2) Total Depth: 13,400 feet Direction and Miles: 7.6 miles northwest of Yorktown, Texas Survey Name: I RR Co, Section 41, A-258 Acres: 698.95 API No.: 42-123-32406 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Recompletion Operator: Marathon Oil EF LLC Lease Name: Leske-Lott Unit Well No.: 1H Field Name: Buchhorn (Austin Chalk) Total Depth: 15,582 feet Direction and Miles: 3.36 miles southeast of Westhoff Survey Name: B.W. Breeding, A-62 Acres: 512.50 Gonzales County API No.: 42-177-32580 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: EOG Resources Inc. Lease Name: Meyer Unit Well No.: 11H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Total Depth: 12,500 feet Direction and Miles: 5.9 miles north of Cheapside Survey Name: S. Bateman, A-1 Acres: 1,211.72 API No.: 42-177-32582 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: EOG Resources Inc. Lease Name: Meyer Unit Well No.: 12H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Total Depth: 12,900 feet Direction and Miles: 5.9 miles north of Cheapside Survey Name: S. Bateman, A-1 Acres: 1,211.72 API No.: 42-177-32581 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: EOG Resources Inc. Lease Name: Sample Baros Unit Well No.: 2H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Total Depth: 11,000 feet Direction and Miles: 0.1 miles southeast of Sample Survey Name: I. Baker, A-130 Acres: 640 API No.: 42-177-32587 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: Hunt Oil Company Lease Name: Thomas Well No.: 1H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Total Depth: 18,000 feet Direction and Miles: 8 miles southeast of Gonzales Survey Name: C. Mason, A-336 Acres: 341.50 API No.: 42-177-32583 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: EOG Resources Inc. Lease Name: Lord D Unit Well No.: 3H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Total Depth: 12,000 feet Direction and Miles: 13 miles east of Smiley Survey Name: M. Cogswell, A-144 Acres: 303.99 API No.: 42-177-32585 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: EOG Resources Inc. Lease Name: Lord D Unit Well No.: 2H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Total Depth: 12,000 feet Direction and Miles: 13 miles east of Smiley Survey Name: M. Cogswell, A-144 Acres: 303.99 API No.: 42-177-32584 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: EOG Resources Inc. Lease Name: Lord D Unit Well No.: 1H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Total Depth: 12,000 feet Direction and Miles: 13 miles east of Smiley Survey Name: M. Cogswell, A-144 Acres: 303.99 Lavaca County API No.: 42-285-33643 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: Penn Virginia Oil and Gas LP Lease Name: McCreary Unit Well No.: 1H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-2) Total Depth: 14,000 feet Direction and Miles: 5.02 miles southwest of Moulton Survey Name: H. Russell, A-376 Acres: 693.69 Recent oil and gas completions according to reports from the Texas Railroad Commission DeWitt County API No.: 42-123-32658 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: Geosouthern Energy Corp. Lease Name: Friedel B Well No.: 1H Field Name: DeWitt (Eagle Ford Shale) Survey Name: K.W. Barton, A-3 Direction and Miles: 10.02 miles southwest of Yoakum Oil: 168 MCF: 1,640 Choke Size: 10/64 of an inch Tubing Pressure: 5,515 Shut In Well Pressure: 8,465 Total Depth: 16,767 feet Plug Back Depth: 16,703 feet Perforations: 13,719-16,678 feet API No.: 42-123-32641 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: Talisman Energy USA Inc. Lease Name: Halepeska Gas Unit 1 Well No.: B1H Field Name: Sugarkane (Eagle Ford) Survey Name: I RR Co, Section 31, A-253 Direction and Miles: 2.7 miles northwest of Nordheim Oil: 444 MCF: 4,120 Choke Size: 12/64 of an inch Tubing Pressure: 7,729 Shut In Well Pressure: 8,155 Total Depth: 19,913 feet Plug Back Depth: 19,815 feet Perforations: 13,825-19,787 feet Gonzales County API No.: 42-177-32349 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: Rosetta Resources Operating LP Lease Name: Adele Dubose Well No.: 1 Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Survey Name: J. Humphrey, A-266 Direction and Miles: 5.3 miles southwest of Sample Oil: 1,136 MCF: 1,524 Choke Size: 18/64 of an inch Flowing: Yes Tubing Pressure: 3,160 Total Depth: 17,670 feet Perforations: 12,308-17,560 feet API No.: 42-177-32425 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: EOG Resources Inc. Lease Name: Stafford Unit Well No.: 2H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Survey Name: W. Hill, A-27 Direction and Miles: 0.8 miles north of Kokernot Oil: 254 MCF: 294 Choke Size: 30/64 of an inch Flowing: Yes Tubing Pressure: 268 Total Depth: 15,218 feet Plug Back Depth: 15,133 feet Perforations: 11,425-15,128 feet API No.: 42-177-32462 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: EOG Resources Inc. Lease Name: Henkhaus Unit Well No.: 12H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Survey Name: R.H. Wynn, A-474 Direction and Miles: 13 miles southeast of Cost Oil: 2,235 MCF: 2,074 Choke Size: 28/64 of an inch Flowing: Yes Tubing Pressure: 1,663 Total Depth: 15,941 feet Plug Back Depth: 15,860 feet Perforations: 11,811-15,850 feet API No.: 42-177-32416 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: EOG Resources Inc. Lease Name: Stafford Unit Well No.: 1H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Survey Name: W. Hill, A-27 Direction and Miles: 0.8 miles north of Kokernot Oil: 273 MCF: 216 Choke Size: 22/64 of an inch Flowing: Yes Tubing Pressure: 293 Total Depth: 16,400 feet Plug Back Depth: 15,241 feet Perforations: 11,448-15,236 feet API No.: 42-177-32455 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: EOG Resources Inc. Lease Name: Henkhaus Unit Well No.: 5H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Survey Name: R.H. Wynn, a-474 Direction and Miles: 13 miles southeast of Cost Oil: 1,791 MCF: 1,868 Choke Size: 29/64 of an inch Flowing: Yes Tubing Pressure: 1,559 Total Depth: 15,916 feet Plug Back Depth: 15,826 feet Perforations: 11,844-15,817 feet API No.: 42-177-32457 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: EOG Resources Inc. Lease Name: Stafford Unit Well No.: 3H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Survey Name: W. Hill, A-27 Direction and Miles: 0.8 miles northwest from Kokernot Oil: 607 MCF: 593 Choke Size: 30/64 of an inch Flowing: Yes Tubing Pressure: 477 Total Depth: 16,100 feet Plug Back Depth: 16,018 feet Perforations: 11,479-16,003 feet API No.: 42-177-32440 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: EOG Resources Inc. Lease Name: Borchers Trust Unit Well No.: 3H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Survey Name: W.C. Jones, A-289 Direction and Miles: 5 miles northwest of Westhoff Oil: 581 MCF: 715 Choke Size: 32/64 of an inch Flowing: Yes Tubing Pressure: 508 Total Depth: 15,050 feet Plug Back Depth: 14,961 feet Perforations: 11,002-14,951 feet API No.: 42-177-32452 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: EOG Resources Inc. Lease Name: Borchers Trust Unit Well No.: 2H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Survey Name: W.C. Jones, A-289 Direction and Miles: 5 miles northwest of Westhoff Oil: 809 MCF: 637 Choke Size: 32/64 of an inch Flowing: Yes Tubing Pressure: 500 Total Depth: 15,200 feet Plug Back Depth: 15,120 feet Perforations: 10,981-15,110 feet API No.: 42-177-32400 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: EOG Resources Inc. Lease Name: Bar Inverted T Unit Well No.: 4H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Survey Name: W.A. Hall, A-270 Direction and Miles: 7 miles south of Smiley Oil: 1,007 MCF: 802 Choke Size: 30/64 of an inch Flowing: Yes Tubing Pressure: 792 Total Depth: 16,199 feet Plug Back Depth: 16,058 feet Perforations: 11,015-16,041 feet API No.: 42-177-32361 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: EOG Resources Inc. Lease Name: Whyburn Unit Well No.: 6H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Survey Name: S.H. Gates, A-228 Direction and Miles: 8.4 miles southeast from Cost Oil: 864 MCF: 453 Choke Size: 32/64 of an inch Flowing: Yes Tubing Pressure: 517 Total Depth: 14,781 feet Plug Back Depth: 14,699 feet Perforations: 10,154-14,694 feet API No.: 42-177-32441 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: EOG Resources Inc. Lease Name: Borchers Trust Unit Well No.: 5H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Survey Name: W.C. Jones, A-289 Direction and Miles: 5 miles northwest of Westhoff Oil: 799 MCF: 702 Choke Size: 32/64 of an inch Flowing: Yes Tubing Pressure: 637 Total Depth: 15,792 feet Plug Back Depth: 15,712 feet Perforations: 11,040-15,390 feet API No.: 42-177-32363 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: EOG Resources Inc. Lease Name: Whyburn Unit Well No.: 4H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Survey Name: S.H. Gates, A-228 Direction and Miles: 8.3 miles southeast of Cost Oil: 1,184 MCF: 611 Choke Size: 32/64 of an inch Flowing: Yes Tubing Pressure: 712 Total Depth: 14,888 feet Plug Back Depth: 14,806 feet Perforations: 10,096-14,801 feet API No.: 42-177-32496 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: EOG Resources Inc. Lease Name: Bar Inverted T Unit Well No.: 6H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Survey Name: F. Whitehurst, A-492 Direction and Miles: 7.9 miles south of Smiley Oil: 645 MCF: 810 Choke Size: 30/64 of an inch Flowing: Yes Tubing Pressure: 503 Total Depth: 15,467 feet Plug Back Depth: 15,381 feet Perforations: 11,633-15,376 feet API No.: 42-177-32510 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: Penn Virginia Oil and Gas LP Lease Name: Rock Creek Ranch Well No.: 9H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Survey Name: J. McCoy, A-46 Direction and Miles: 8.21 miles southeast of Gonzales Oil: 785 MCF: 482 Choke Size: 16/64 of an inch Flowing: Yes Tubing Pressure: 2,600 Total Depth: 17,075 feet Perforations: 10,634-15,787 feet API No.: 42-177-32518 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: Penn Virginia Oil and Gas LP Lease Name: Rock Creek Ranch Well No.: 10H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Survey Name: J. McCoy, A-46 Direction and Miles: 8.21 miles southeast of Gonzales Oil: 947 MCF: 534 Choke Size: 16/64 of an inch Flowing: Yes Tubing Pressure: 2,675 Total Depth: 15,779 feet Perforations: 10,740-15,643 feet API No.: 42-177-32393 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: Marathon Oil EF LLC Lease Name: Cherry-Turk Unit Well No.: 1H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Survey Name: J. McCoy, A-45 Direction and Miles: 11.07 miles southeast of Gonzales Oil: 590 MCF: 84 Choke Size: 16/64 of an inch Flowing: Yes Tubing Pressure: 480 Total Depth: 16,667 feet Perforations: 11,680-16,405 feet
Gonzales County Records

Gonzales County Courthouse Deeds June 1-30 Quiroz, Linda to Griffin, Maria Christina, w/d, Pt. 1.25 Ac F Winn A-464. Hunt, Franklin to Hunt, Kyle Estate, LLC, w/d, 14.66 Ac A Zumwalt A-86. Quartey, James B. to Winbin Ventures, LLC, w/d, 5.078 Acres (pt. Lt. 3, Blk. 7, RG 1) Orig. Outer Town Gonzales. Ruckert, Robert (Trustee) to King, Nathaniel, w/d, 10.046 Acres, Turner Barnes Svy, A-112. Grim, Raymond to Grim, Paul, w/d, 0.382 of an Acre (Pt. Lt 3, Blk. 7, RG 1) Orig. Outer Town Gonzales. Grim, Paul and Russell, Mary to Winbin Ventures, LLC, w/d, 0.382 of an Acre (Pt Lt. 3, Blk. 7, RG 1) Orig. Outer Town Gonzales. Newton, George N. (Co-Trustee), Newton, Mary Jo (Co-Trustee), Newton Revocable Trust, George N. to Gonzales NFLP, w/d, 0.264 of an Acre (Pt. Lts 4-5, Blk. 23) Orig. Inner Town Gonzales. Miller, William H. and Miller, Joan C. to Womack, Sheri Jo Miller (Trustee) and Womack Trust U/A, w/d, undiv. Int. 236.00 Acres, A W Hill Svy, A-247. Miller, William H. and Miller, Joan C. to Womack, Midkiff, Carol Ann Miller (Trustee) and Midkiff Trust., w/d, undiv. Int. 236.00 Acres, A W Hill Svy, A-247. Gill, Dennis H. (Trustee), Gill, Opal Lee (Trustee), Gill Trust, Dennis H. and Gill Trust, Opal Lee to John Clark Ranch, LTD, w/d, Int. in 501.50 Acres, Mary Cogswell Svy, A-144, Gonzales & DeWitt Counties. Miller, W.H. and Miller, Edna Joan Clark to John Clark Ranch, LTD and Clark Ranch Ltd, John, w/d, Int. in 501.50 Acres, Mary Cogswell Svy, A-144, Gonzales & DeWitt Counties. Powell, John to Garcia, Dominic, w/d, 0.26 of an Acre (Pt. Lt. 4, Blk. 28) Glovers Addn, Smiley. Gill, Dennis H. (Trustee), Gill, Opal Lee (Trustee), Gill Trust, Dennis H. and Gill Trust, Opal Lee to Gill, Dennis H. and Gill, Opal Lee, w/d, Int. in 236.00 Acres, A W Hill Svy, A-247. Gill, Dennis H. and Gill, Opal Lee to Gill, David Dennis (Trustee) and Gill Land Trust, David Dennis, w/d, Undiv. Int. in 236.00 Acres, A W Hill Svy, A-247. Gill, Dennis H. and Gill, Opal Lee to Gill, John Howard (Trustee) and Gill Land Trust, John Howard, w/d, Undiv. Int. in 236.00 Acres, A W Hill Svy, A-247. Copeland, Leland (Indiv. & Trustee), Copeland, Patsy L. and Copeland Testamentary Trust, C. to Boggs Jr., Glenn D. and Boggs, Betty J., w/ d265.41 Acres, Thomas Crosby Svy, Gonzales & Karnes County. Novak, Jeffery L. and Novak, Susan Sample to Cheapside Hunter, LLC, w/d, 10.01 Acres, Christopher DeWitt Svy, A-180. Bank of America, N.A. to SPT Real Estate Sub III, LLC, w/d, Pt. Lts. 5-6, Blk. 1, Davidson Hill Addn, Gonzales. Gimler, John C., Gimler, Jane M. and Gimler, Carol to Ybarra, Arthur A. and Ybarra, Darla, w/d, 11.58 Acres (Lt. 2) Stonewall Bluffs Ranch Sec 1, Wm. P Stapp Svy A-67. Ford, James Patrick and Ford, Cristina N. to Maxim Production Co., Inc. w/d, 359.89 Acres, James McKenzie Svy, A-345. Cook, Milburn B. to Cook Family Trust Dated 5/24/12, The, w/d, 169.78 Ac R. Plummer A-389. West, Jo Kathryn to Rafter FC Development Inc., w/d, 10 Ft. Strip Pg. lt 5 RG 7 East of Water St, Orig. Outer Town of Gonzales. Almaguer, Carlos M. and Almaguer, Veronica to Tuch, Michael and Tuch, Kara, w/d, 0.34 Ac Pt. Lt 4 Blk 2 Titcomb Addn, Gonzales. Fogle, Johnnie and Fogle, Debbie to Fogle, Jason, w/d, Lt. 8, Blk, 1, Kerr Creek North Subdiv. Thurmond, Joy Leo to Schutter, Elaine and Schutter, David JR., w/d, Lt. 54 Lakeside Subdiv, E Dickinson League & Green DeWitt League #5. Gonzales Texas, City of to Gonzales Area Development Corp Inc., w/d, 2/2- AC Johnson St. Lt. 21-25 RG 4 & 5 Town of Gonzales. Gonzales Area Development Corp. to Gonzales, City of, w/d, 2.567 Ac. Pt. Lt. 21-25, RG 4 Town of Gonzales A-25. Brown-Taylor, Marie to EOG Resources Inc., o/l, 50 Ac J Dillard A-177. Edwards, Tia to EOG Resources Inc., o/l, 215.045 AC W Simpson A-426 & J Dillard A-177. Edwards, Derise (Life Estate) and Edward, Wheeler Jr (Decd) to EOG Resources Inc., o/l, 215.05 AC W Simpson A-426 & J Dillard A-177. ONeal, Tony to EOG Resources Inc., o/l, 80.0 Ac B Lockhart A-36. Ramey, Natasha to EOG Resources Inc., o/l, 215.05 Ac W. Simpson A-426 & J Dillard A-177. Mathis, Rodney to EOG Resources Inc., o/l, 50 Ac J Dillard A-177. Hill, Anita to EOG Resources Inc., o/l, 50 Ac J Dillard A-177. Federal National Mortgage Assoc. to 1709 Singleton, LLC, w/d, Pt. Lt. F Blk 13 3rd Subdiv of LaFayette Place, Town of Gonzales. Smiley Produce and Feed, Sample, John and Sample, Carl Alex to Boatright, Collie Jr., w/d, 8.346 Ac P Winn A-464. Ollison, Gladys to Aguayo, Norma, w/d, West Lt. 12, Kings 2nd Addn, Town of Gonzales. Shelton, John Tabor III and Shelton, Richard R to Taber Shelton Farm, LLC, w/d, Int. 50 Ac C Williams A-80 (Gonzales) A-109 (Fayette). Gaffney, Martha Seeligson to QSTS Ranch Partnership LTD, w/d, Und Int 5318.95 Jose De La Baume Svy Gonzales & Guadalupe. Neesom, Roxana Seelilgsonto QSTS Ranch Partnership LTD, w/d, Und Int 5318.95 Jose De La Baume Svy Gonzales & Guadalupe. Seeligson, Frates Slick Jr. to QSTS Ranch Partnership LTD, w/d, Und Int 5318.95 Jose De La Baume Svy Gonzales & Guadalupe. QSTS Ranch Partnership LTD to Gaffney, Martha Seeligson, w/d, Groundwater Rights Acreage Gonzales & Guadalupe. QSTS Ranch Partnership LTD to Newson, Roxana Seeligson, w/d, Groundwater Rights Acreage Gonzales & Guadalupe. QSTS Ranch Partnership LTD to Seeligson, Frates Slick Jr., w/d, Groundwater Rights Acreage Gonzales & Guadalupe. Garza, Alma to Rodriguez, Adrian Tovar and Tovar Evangelina Perez De, w/d, Pt. Lt. 6 & 7 Blk. 4 Badgers Addn, Town of Gonzales. Moreno Construction Co. Inc. to Coke, Gary D. and Coke, Leigh A., w/d, Lt. 33, Creekwood Subdivision. Clark, Andrew Christopher and Clark, Victoria Ann to Powers, Anthony, w/d, 189.68 AC J Dillard A-177. Low, Helen to Low, Helen Ruth (Trustee), Low, Robert Wayne (Trustee) and Cactus on the Roof Trust, w/d, 139.32 AC A Gibson A-236. Nickerson, Phillip to EOG Resources Inc, o/l, 80.0 Ac B Lockhart A-36. Roy, Clayton Crawford to EOG Resources Inc., o/l, 80.0 Ac B Lockhart A-36. King, Johnny to EOG Resources Inc., o/l, 215.05 Ac W Simpson A-426 & J Dillard A-177. Ball, Robert C Inter, Vivos Trust and Ball, Douglas M (Trustee) to Eilers, Christine E. and Ball, Douglas M., w/d, 106.30 Ac A M Grenage A-222. Hunt, Alexander H., Hargrove, Zelma G., Ussery, Olivia E., Smith, Ruth E., Hunt, Franklin D. and Yancey, June Hunt to Hunt, Kyle Estate, LLC., w/d, 207.54 Ac A Zumwalt A-86. Hunt, Alexander to Hunt, Kyle Estate, LLC, w/d, 16 AC A Zumwalt A-86. McCommas, Robert Todd and McCommas, Diane K. to Garza, Roger H. and Garza, Janice M., w/d, 54.592 AC Jose De La Baume A-34. Mihalov, Sandra R., Mihalov, Sandra LePere (AKA), LePere, Randall Ross and Bennett, Pamela Ann LePere to Marathon Oil EF, LLC., o/l, 50.00 Acres, William Newman Svy, A-362. Mason, Wilbur A. (Partner), Mason, Beatrice J. (Partner), Mason Family Limited Partnership, Wilbur and Mason Family Limited Partnership, Beatrice to Mason, Hilbur A., and Mason, Beatrice J., w/d, Undiv. Int. in 52.66 Acres, Mary Cogswell Svy. Mason Family Limited Partnership, Hilbur, Mason Family Limited Partnership, Beatrice, Mason, Hilbur A. (Partner) and Mason, Beatrice J. (Partner) to Mason, Hilbur A. and Mason, Beatrice J., w/d, Undiv. Int. in 267.00 Acres, Mary Cogswell Svy. Assumed Names Dingler, Patricia Pats Beauty Parlour, Nixon. McLeron, Myrna MLG Rental Property, Gonzales Jones, Catherine Dimples, Smiley. Taylor, Melissa B. Taylor Marketing & Design. Marriage License William, Dustin and Martinez, Laura Maria. Ince, William Charles and Earley, Trudy Melissa. Patteson, Jeffrey Dock and Caraway, Courtney Lee. Guerrero, Jordan and Villanueva, Maria Dolores. Lester, Byron Keith and Cassell, Julie. Shock, Gary Wayne and Hannewald, Linda Lucille. Davis, Matthew David and Day, Katarina.
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NOTICES
The Heights of Gonzales Activity Department is looking for a fridge/freezer to hold supplies for event refreshments. If you would like to donate or know of one that is reasonably priced, contact Gwen Koncaba, 830-672-4530. -------------------------Job Corps is currently enrolling students aged 16-24 in over 20 vocational trades at no-cost! Will help students get drivers license GED or High School diploma and col-
NOTICES
lege training if qualified. For more info call 512-6657327
HELP WANTED
and Certified Nurse Aides. Uniform allowance provided. Please apply at The Heights of Gonzales, 701 N. Sarah DeWitt, Gonzales, Texas. -------------------------Part-time position available for Floor Technician in Housekeeping Department. Experience Required. Please apply at The Heights of Gonzales, 701 N. Sarah DeWitt, Gonzales, Texas. -------------------------Part-time position for Van Driver to transport residents on Saturdays. Must have valid license and good driving record. Please apply at The Heights of Gonzales, 701 N. Sarah DeWitt, Gonzales, Texas. -------------------------CDL DRIVERS WANTED CNH Paving is seeking professional & reliable Class A CDL drivers. Hauling belly dumps and home every night. Email - calvinfrank@ cnhpaving.com
HELP WANTED
BLUEBONNET TRAILS COMMUNITY SERVICES Caldwell/Gonzales Counties. Case Manager MCOT - Position #1025 For more information and to apply please go to www.bbtrails.org -------------------------Wanted: Office Manager for small Christian School. Retired teacher or someone with prior school experience preferred. Must have strong computer and leadership skills, be self motivated and versatile. Salary negotiable. Call 830-672-3838 for interview, or email gracechristianacademy@gvec,net. -------------------------CDL DRIVERS WANTED J.M. Oilfield Service, a family oriented company is seeking professional & reliable Class A CDL employees. Requirements: 2 years experience tanker and must be willing to get HazMat endorsement ASAP. Call 830-672-8000. -------------------------AVON Representatives Wanted! Great earning opportunities! Buy or Sell! Call 830-672-2271, Independent Sales Rep.
GARAGE SALES
June 22, 8:15-? 604 Seydler St. No early birds! Furniture, etc. -------------------------Rain or Shine Garage Sale. Saturday, June 23, 1245 Patrick (on Donovan side), 8-12. Hardware, brass, puzzles, childrens books, paper backs, plants, etc....
MISC. FOR SALE

er. Excellent condition. $500. 361-2083565.(06-28-12) -------------------------For Sale: Headache Rack, Bumper Hitch, Aluminum Running Boards, 5 office desks, Lift Chair, Antique Bed, Leather Sofa Bed. 1109 FM 532 West, Shiner. 361-596-4403. -------------------------Air Framing Nailer. Contractor Series. $75..00. Call 361-7412604.
MOBILE HOMES
For Sale: 16X64 2/2, 5 years old, like new. Call 830-6601286 for appt.
HOMES FOR RENT

5727. -------------------------Beautiful house in Ottine (Palmetto State Park). 11 miles from Gonzales. 2BR/1BA (big bath), Hot tub, deck, lg. oak trees, freshly painted, all tile floors. Call for more information, 830263-0475. -------------------------3BR furnished house. Call 6726265 for more information. -------------------------3BR/2BA, 318 DeWitt St. $850/ month, $850/deposit. No pets. 830445-9294. -------------------------For Rent in Luling. 3 bed, 1 bath, Central Air & heat. $850/month, $600/ deposit. 830-8323163. Earl Landry. -------------------------In Flatonia. Nice Oilfield Housing, 1 BR Multiple Units. Overnight/ Long Term lease. Equipment, yard/ Warehouse next to property. Peyton, 512-948-5306; David, 713-252-1130. -------------------------House for Rent. 302 Lancaster, Moulton, TX. Nice spacious 1BR home w/appliances & 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 furnished and all billls paid. Private Yard/ Garage. Weekly, $280; Deposit $300. Call 512-292-0070 -------------------------Home For Rent. Country Home. completely remodeled. 2BR/1BA, CA, hardwood floors, roof for AG Project. Navarro ISD between Seguin & New Braunfels. $1,000 month, $1,000 deposit. 830-660-7351 or 830-822-5348. -------------------------ATTENTION OIL AND GAS PIPE LINERS - CREW HOUSING AVAILABLE Furnished with all bills paid -- Full Kitchen - Personal bedrooms and living room. WEEKLY RATES AVAILABLE. Please call JR at (512) 292-0070 or (830) 672-3089.
HELP WANTED
Full-time administrative office person needed. Computer, MSWord, Excel, Power Point experience. Quick Books Pro accounting experience. Email resume to info@nationallifestylecenters.com. -------------------------Full-time positions available, with benefits, for Licensed Vocational Nurses
AUTOS
Tires for Sale. 4 brand new tires - 255-35ZR20 Nitto Extreme ZR with Rims - Martin Bros 20 universal rims. $500. 830-8571340. -------------------------SIMPLY THE BEST deals on new Chevrolets and GMCs AND over 100 used vehicles with financing to fit most credit situations. Grafe Chevrolet GMC - Hallettsville, TX - 361798-3281 OR 800798-3225. (6/28/12) -------------------------For Sale: 1997 White Mazda Millenia. Has 2.3 DOHC engine, has minor problems but has lots of extra features. All auto, lether, and has sound system, etc. Asking $1,800 or best offer. 903-603-2289 or 512963-3821.(6-28-12) -------------------------2000 Dodge 2500 Diesel - 80k miles. $11,988. 830-3034381. -------------------------2010 Dodge Caliber - great gas mileage. $15,991. 830-3051330. -------------------------2011 Nissan Versa - only 15k miles. $15,991. 830-3034381. -------------------------2011 Dodge Grand Caravan - room for the whole family, $20,988. 830-3051330. -------------------------2007 Chevy Tahoe - Certified only 57k miles great vehicle. $23,888. 830-3034381. -------------------------2011 Chevy Impala - Certified with only 39k miles. $15,991. 830-305-1330.
MISC. FOR SALE

For Sale: Antique fireproof safe. Was used in Miller store and post office. Combination lock. Very heavy - 500 lbs on roller wheels. Measures 38 tall with wheels. Width 16 1/2 inches, depth, 24 1/2 inches. Very good shape. Call 830-7887123. (07-12-12) -------------------------Stain Glass Window, white tail deer. $275. 512-9174078. (07-05-12) -------------------------Utility trailer. All wired for lights. Current tag. $375. 512-917-4078. (0705-12) -------------------------HOME GROWN TOMATOES. Highway 97 East, next to Green Acres Nursery. 672-2335. -------------------------Lots more household items. Cheap. Also, lg. desk w/swivel chair. 830-203-8529. (0628-12) -------------------------8 ft. Sheet metal brake and 30 Sheet metal sheer for sale. 437-2927; 263-1181. (06-28-12) -------------------------For Sale. Woodgrain panels for Peterbilt. 96-99. $1,000 obo. Call Luis, 830-3390645.(06-28-12) -------------------------Utility trailer, $300; small lawnmower trailer, $50; hog trap, $50; 2 lg. dog cages $25 ea.; baby car seat, stroller, walker, $25 ea.; box of 60 recent DVDs $50 for all. Gonzales. 360-4773699. (06-28-12) -------------------------42-inch riding mow-
FIREWOOD
For Sale: Post Oak Firewood - year old - size and quantity to fit your need. Delivery available. Call for prices, 830-5404776 or 830-8573273.
LEGAL NOTICES
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Attention Private Non-Profit Schools

You may be eligible to participate in services through Federal Programs. Please contact your local school district regarding participation in the planning and receipt of services through Federal Programs. We would like to hear from you no later than July 5, 2012. For more information, please contact: Dr. Cathy Booth, NixonSmiley CISD (830) 582-1536 ext. 0103.
HAY FOR SALE

Round Bales of Klein Grass $60 each. 512-9174078. (07-05-12) -------------------------Hay for sale. Large Bales. $50.00 Call 830-481-4707.
FARM EQUIPMENT
5 Bale Hay King Trailer & Bale Flipper Loader. Load hay without getting out of truck. Video on baleflipper.com. $13,500. 512-5655927. (07-05-12)
LEGAL NOTICES
Notice is hereby given that original Letters Testamentary for the Estate of MARIELLA P. REMBS, Deceased, were issued on June 4, 2012, in Cause No. 9530, pending in the County Court of Gonzales County, Texas, to: Lenore Mary Jurek. All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. c/o: Lenore Mary Jurek 310 St. Matthew Gonzales, Texas 78629
NOTICE TO CREDITORS
FURNITURE
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 recliner rocker, $150. Call 672-3728. -------------------------Free - 2 6ft. Curio cabinets (need repairs, Cost $300). Haul off. 830-2038529. (06-28-12). -------------------------Small round dining table with leaf, extends to oval. $50. Vintage pub table with extensions, $175. Black metal futon with mattress & cover. Like new. $75. 830-540-3382. --------------------------
GARAGE SALES
268 CR 244. Located 2 miles north on US Hwy. 183 towards Luling. Turn Left on CR 244, first house on right. Friday, June 22, 3:00p.m.7:00 p.m.; Saturday, June 23, 8:00a.m.1:00pm. Household items, clothing, some tools, a little furniture, older computers, misc. items. -------------------------Carport Sale. Friday,
DATED the 19th day of June, 2012. Jean J. Peterek Attorney for Lenore Mary Jurek State Bar No.: 00792756 P.O. Drawer C Gonzales, Texas 78629 Telephone: (830) 672-9511 Facsimile: (830) 672-7638
HOMES FOR RENT

Motel Suites. 2 bedrooms, full kitchen, porch/small yard. $68 nightly, $310 weekly. Crews welcome. Call JR, 512292-0070, 830-857-
LEGAL NOTICES
NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Zoning Board of Adjustment for the City of Gonzales will hold a Public Hearing on July 9, 2012 at 5:35 p.m. in City Council chambers at City Hall to consider the application submitted by Jim Logan for a set-back variance to build an R.V. Shelter for the below addresses: Address Parcel #13956 1616 St. Louis Gonzales, TX Property Owner/Applicant Jim & Nancy Logan
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ORDINANCE 2012-25
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 12.503 OF THE CITY OF GONZALES CODE OF ORDINANCES BY ALTERING THE PRIMA FACIE SPEED LIMITS ESTABLISHED FOR VEHICLES UNDER THE PROVISIONS OF TEXAS TRANSPORTATION CODE 545.356, UPON THE BASIS OF AN ENGINEERING AND TRAFFIC INVESTIGATION, UPON CERTAIN STREETS AND HIGHWAYS, OR PARTS THEREOF, WITHIN THE CORPORATE LIMITS OF THE CITY OF GONZALES, AS SET OUT IN THIS ORDINANCE; AND PROVIDING A PENALTY OF A FINE NOT TO EXCEED $200 FOR THE VIOLATION OF THIS ORDINANCE.
All interested parties are encouraged to attend. Please visit the City website at www.cityofgonzales.org or City Hall to view Agenda.
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CLASSIFIEDS
HOMES FOR RENT
MOTEL ROOMS AVAILABLE NIGHTLY RATES Single nightly rates starting at $35.00 per night. Which include A/C, Microwave, Refrigerator, TV/Cable and furnished with all bills paid. Please call JR at (512) 292-0070 or (830) 672-3089. -------------------------For Rent to oilfield or pipeline workers 2BR/1BA, CH/A, furnished kitchen in Yoakum. Call 361293-6821. -------------------------3/2, like new 1,800 sq. ft. in Nixon. $1,000/mo. Call 830-857-6921.
COMM. FOR RENT

Prime location - with offices and separate garage. Call 830-857-5448. -------------------------For Lease: Small office space w/workshop located at 339 St. George. Recently Renovated, $400/ month. For more information please (830) 672-5580.
HOME SERVICES
830-203-0735. -------------------------Sewing & Alterations. Jo West. 830-203-5072. Call between 9 a.m. & 9 p.m. -------------------------LITTLE MISS DAWNS CLEANING SERVICES Residential Commercial RV Cleaning $30.00 Bonded. Ref. #TAR7037872. Have References. Reasonable Rates. Call (512) 508-6221. -------------------------IM LOOKING FOR WORK Im not hiring. Need a job as a Nurse Aide in hospital, Agency or home. Im a CNA & CPR certified and need work in Medical Center. Fredericksburg area ONLY. Full-time. If you have a relative needing exceptional care in San Antonio, please call and ask for Chell, 830-391-4837. -------------------------Hand for Hire, Odd Jobs Done, FREE estimates. Anything you dont 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 windows. One call does it all. Call Terry (830) 203-1503 or (830) 857-5927.(0705-12)
RV SITES RENT
RV-SITES-GONZALES COUNTY. Large lots, long term rentals, with laundry service available. $270/mo. + utilities, Weekly-$100; Daily-$20. Pool Opens Summer. Call for information. 830-4243600. -------------------------RV Sites Available in Nixon. $350/mo. includes utilities. Call 830-857-6921.
RECREATION
very good condition. Call 830-8574670.
LIVESTOCK
For Sale: 1 & 2 year old Black & Red Brangus Bulls. No papers. Good variety to choose from. 1st come, 1st serve. Will not hold without payment. 830-437-5772. (0628-12) -------------------------Laying Hens, $10.00. 512-7180482. -------------------------Baby guineas. $2.00 each. Multiple colors. 830-540-4063, leave message, will return call. Harwood. -------------------------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. 830875-2524. --------------------------
LIVESTOCK
WANT TO BUY: Any or Unwanted Horses. 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 Stephens. -------------------------MINI-DONKEYS. Great pets, loves people. All ages and colors, some cross designs, 36 tall. 830-672-6265, 830-857-4251, 830672-5152. -------------------------M I N I - G OAT S . (Dwarf Nigerians) 18 to 24 tall. Good weed eaters. Fun
LIVESTOCK
to have around. Beautiful silver and white herd sire. (7 left) 830-672-6265, 830-857-4251, 830672-5152.
PETS
Free puppies. 1/2 Lab, 1/2 Pyrenees. 8 wks. old. 830-5404485 or 830-2031733.(06-28-12) -------------------------Dog Box. 4 ft. wide, 30 inches tall, 36 in. wide w/6 inch cargo space on top. 2 doors. $300. Call for info, leave number & will call back. 830-540-4063, Harwood. -------------------------We stock Sportmix Dog and Cat Food, Demon WP for those ants and scorpions. Gonzales Poultry Supply, 1006 St. Paul Street, 672-7954.(TFN)
REAL ESTATE
4BR/2BA, 1900 Sq. ft. 210 Tanglewood Trail. New appliances, remodeled, new master bath. 830-857-6488. -------------------------Home for Sale. 4/1 on large tree shaded corner lot, close to schools. Need some work. $49,500. 830-8574974 or 830-6727405.
FOR LEASE
OIL COMPANY AND OPERATOR TRUCK LOT FOR LEASE. Have land at intersection of Hwy. 80 and 90A. Space available for up to 12 18 wheelers. Nice RV Park next door. Serious Inquiries Only! 830556-6905, Richard Walker.
RECREATION
For Sale: 2005 Nitro 700 LX with 90 Mercury. Nitro trailer & boat cover. Less than 10 hrs. on motor. $9,500 obo. Call 830-263-1464. -------------------------For Sale or Trade: 27 Sailboat, Beam 8, fiberglass. 361561-3335. Ask for Jeff. -------------------------2006 Land Prides 4x4 Recreational Vehicle For Sale. Approx. 200 hours. Honda Motor. Independent Suspension. Windshield and Roof. 4x4. Asking - $4,950.00 in
WANT TO RENT
Small house, apartment,mobile home. Reasonable rent, possibly bills paid. Nixon, Leesville or possibly Belmont. 830-2038529. (Cell phone) (06-28-12) -------------------------Looking for a nice house in or near Gonzales. 940-2844255.
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APTS. FOR RENT

2BR furnished Apartment for rent. Call 672-6265 for more information.
LIVESTOCK
FREE Bird cages. 2 grown donkeys, a jack and a jenny. $25.00 each. Call 830-460-0995. -------------------------WANTED: Roping Saddle in good condition. Call Gary at 512-227-4712.
SEGUINS GROWING AND SO ARE WE!
HOME SERVICES
Willing to do parttime sitting of elderly man or woman after hospital stay or surgery. Take them to local doctors visits, grocery shoping, etc. Call 830-788-7123 for more information. (07-12-12) -------------------------Electrical Wiring, Troubleshooting, Repairs, etc. Licensed & Insured. Call 830-437-5747. (06-28-12) -------------------------For Your Specialty Cake Needs. Call Connie Komoll, 830-203-8178. -------------------------Will do house cleaning Monday thru Friday. Call
HELP WANTED
SALES PROFESSIONAL NEEDED

Were one of the areas most exciting dealerships and we want you!
A Medical Nursing Staffing Agency
COMMERCIAL FOR RENT

Office space for rent. 1,500 sq. ft. Recently remodeled. 314 W. Cone. If interested call 830672-4433. -------------------------For Rent: Industrial Property for rent. M1 Ind. Storage Yard, 70x130. Church Street. 830423-2103. -------------------------For sale or lease. 10,000 sq. ft. Bldg. with multi-level loading docks -
HELP WANTED
HELP WANTED
Maintenance Position Open

Waelder Housing Authority is accepting applications for a full-time maintenance position. Only qualified applicants need apply. MUST be well organized, have knowledge of Electrical, Plumbing, Sewer Lines and Lift Station, Inventory, carpentry skills, ability to maintain apartment units in clean, decent and safe condition. Operate lawn equipment, floor equipment, receive and document service request. Good people skills, a plus. Health Ins. and Retirement benefits. Salary based on qualifications. Must be able to pass criminal history. Apply at WHA Office located at: 220 North Avenue A, Waelder, TX. Call 830-203-0009 for additional information.
Looking for RNs, LVNs, CNAs, Sitters, to cover shifts in surrounding areas.
Opening available for an experienced Car Salesperson. We offer full benets. Apply in person. Ask for Buddy Cupit
Full Time Part Time Just Weekends Available Pay rate for: RNs - $32.00 Per/H LVNs - $25.00 Per/H. CNAs - $12.00 Per/H Sitters - $9.00 Per/H Offering $1,000 Bonus If you are interested give Heather a call at
Office: (361)221-2324 Cell: (361)772-1705
509 W. IH-10 Seguin 830-303-4381
RVs FOR SALE

RV For Sale. 33 w/2 slides. Contact Richard, 830-556-6905. -------------------------Ford Motorhome. 44,000 orig. miles. All working. $2,995. 830-857-6565.
ACCOUNTING CLERK
Southern Clay Products, Inc. Gonzales, Texas
We are an international company, an industry leader, a friendly place to work, and we have outstanding benefits. Reporting to the Controller, the Accounting Clerk will enjoy a variety of challenges with primary responsibility in Accounts Payable. If youre looking for an opportunity to apply your accounting skills and experience, heres what were looking for: High school diploma and knowledge of basic accounting with minimum 1 year full cycle accounts payable experience Strong Excel skills a must; proficient with MS Office (Word; Outlook). Sales tax and 1099 reporting a plus. Ability to work efficiently and accurately in a deadline-oriented environment Able to work independently and as part of a team. Strong verbal and written communication skills
Southern Clay Products, Inc. is a Rockwood Holdings Company. Come visit us at http://www.scprod.com/ or http://www.rockwoodspecialties.com/index.htm Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications Email or fax your resume along with salary requirements to HR Dept. ifrias@scprod.com Fax: 830-672-1908 Southern Clay Products, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer
HELP WANTED
HELP WANTED
Petro American, LLC Oilfield Services

Is now taking applications for the following positions:
TRAVEL TRAILERS FOR RENT

RV Rentals available at Belmont RV Park Estates. Call Richard, 830-556-6095. -------------------------Travel Trailers for rent. Located at J.B. Wells, Gonzales, Texas. Cheaper than motel. Clean, fully furnished, 32 ft. trailers. $300/ a week. Please call for more info & rates. Pug @ 512-9630000 or Dawn @ 512-508-6221.
Pushers Roustabouts
Pushers must have a minimum of 2 years experience. For more information call: Celinda Ramirez - 956-369-0645 or Marcus Olivarez - 956-369-0734
Victoria College is hiring part time Instructors for the Workforce and Continuing Edcuation Department in the following fields: Nurse Aid Medication Aid Insurance Coding Medical Assisting For application details see our website at www.victoriacollege.edu/ jobsatvc or contact us at 361-572-2459 in Victoria. EOE
WANTED: Bobtail Truck Driver Day & Night Positions Available Requirements: Class A CDL with HazMat/Tanker Endorsements Must be at least 25 years of age Insurance, 401K and vacation included Applications available at: Schmidt & Sons, Inc. 2510 Church St. Gonzales, Texas 78629 www.schmidtandsons.com (830) 672-2018 John Clark @ ext. 112
CDL DRIVERS NEEDED
Now Hiring
Apply today, Start today!!! Production/Poultry Processing:
Maintenance Back Dock Hanger Back Dock Driver w/ Class B or CDL 2nd Processing Sanitation (Nights)
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HELP WANTED
Feed Mill - FM 108 S., Gonzales Production

Day & Night Shifts Available
Mon.-Fri., 8-10 hr. days

Must have proof of identity and eligibility to work in the U.S. Drug screening as applicable to position.
Time Warner Cable is hiring for Installation Technicians in Gonzales. This position is responsible for performing cable television installations in customer homes, apartments and commercial properties. Must have a valid TX drivers license and a good driving record. Must have good communication skills and the ability to interact with customers and co-workers. Interested applicants must apply online at www.timewarnercable.com www.timewarnercable.com/careers.
Building Official
The Historic City of Gonzales, Texas is in search of a Building Official. We are seeking an experienced professional who has faced the challenges of a growing community, a leader who can find solutions to challenges, and someone who will be part of the team. Gonzales isin the cross roads of the booming Eagle Ford Shale Oil Field. The persons selected for this position will be responsible for the building process in the City from Plan review to permitting and from inspections to certificate of occupancy. They will serve as the Flood Plain Administrator. The Building Official will work with zoning and subdvision ordinances, the ICC 2009 Residential and Building Codes. The position currently supervises Code Enforcement and Building Maintenance. High School Diploma/GED required. College course work is preferred. Must possess a valid Texas Drivers License. Current certification as Plumbing and Electrical Inspector by the State of Texas. Must obtain ICC Building Inspector certification within one year of employment. Must have knowledge of administration of zoning and subdivision ordinances. The City of Gonzales is an equal opportunity employer. Applications available at City Hall or www.cityofgonzales.org. Please complete an application and take it to City Hall or email to: City of Gonzales Attn: Payroll Dept. P.O. Box 547 Gonzales, TX 78629 NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE
Human Resources 603 W. Central, Hwy. 87, Nixon, Texas

830-582-1619 for more information. ~ Si Habla Espanol
EquipmEnt OpEratOr
Full-time position Equipment Operator, water distribution, wastewater collection department. This is a skilled service-maintenance position. Work involves maintaining, repairing and installing new water and sewer lines, meters, fire hydrants, pumps and plumbing systems at all city facilities. Perform related duties as required and ability to operate equipment needed to perform these tasks. Class B-CDL required. Must be available for on call duty every fifth week. Starting pay $23,664.00. Benefits for full time employees include health insurance, retirement program and paid leave. Applicant must be able to pass a pre-screen drug test and physical. The City of Gonzales is an equal opportunity employer and encourages all interested parties to apply. Applications available at the citys website, www.cityofgonzales.org. Please complete an employment application and take to City Hall or mail to: City of Gonzales Attn: Payroll Dept. P.O. Box 547 Gonzales, TX 78629 NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE
Vocational Nursing Instructors

Victoria College is hiring two VN Instructors for the Allied Health Division Vocational Nursing Program. The positions are available at our VC Gonzales Center and at our Hallettsville VN Program. The positions are Full-time, 12 month, tenure track positions starting August 2012. A current Texas registered RN license with a minimum of four years recent direct patient care nursing experience in adult med/surg. is required. Salary range is $45,000-$50,000 depending on qualifications. Employee benefits include retirement; paid health insurance; group rates for dental, life, and disability insurance; tuition waiver, paid leave, Sec. 125 flex; and a quality work environment. For application details see our website at www.victoriacollege.edu/jobsatvc or contact us at 361-572-2459 in Victoria or at 1-830-672-6251 in Gonzales. EOE.
Victoria College Gonzales Center and Hallettsville VN Program Are now hiring
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REAL ESTATE
4 bedroom, 2 bath home. Swimming pool. Great neighborhood. Close to schools. Call 830857-1576. -------------------------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. --------------------------
REAL ESTATE
Two story, eleven room home which includes three bedroom, two baths. Apprx. 2,500 sq. ft. on about an half acre. Corner lot, zoned for resident i a l / co m m e rc i a l. Luling. $150,000. 830-875-6975.
MISC. SERVICES
713-203-2814 or 281-415-6108. License #M18337 -------------------------A/C & Electrical side jobs: New installs, A/C maintenance, Condenser changeouts, Residential & Commercial at affordable prices. Please call David anytime at 830-2631747.(3-15-12) -------------------------No Limit Accessories David Matias, Owner 830-263-1633 1026 St. Paul St., Gonzales Window Tinting, Commercial. Call for appointment. -------------------------Need a monument or marker? Save $$ on monuments, markers. High Quality. Less Cost Monuments & Markers. 1405 Conway St., Gonzales, the IOOF Building. 830-8578070.
TexSCAN Week of June 17, 2012

AUCTIONS
UNRESERVED PUBLIC farming/construction equipment auction, Friday, June 29th. Ritchies Bros St. Louis site: 2436 Old Country Inn Drive, Caseyville. Details: rbauction.com or 1-855-331-5842
PAID CDL TRAINING! No experience needed. Stevens Transport will sponsor the cost of your CDL training. Earn up to $40K first year and $70K third year. Excellent benefits! EOE, 1-800-333-8595, www.becomeadriver.com YOU GOT THE DRIVE, we have the direction. OTR drivers, APU Equipped, Pre-Pass, EZ-pass, pets/passenger policy. Newer equipment. 100% NO touch. 1-800-528-7825
$ 1 0 6 M O N T H B U Y S l a n d f o r R V, MH or cabin. Gated entry, $690 down, ($6900/10.91%/7yr) 90 days same as cash, Guaranteed financing, 1-936-377-3235 140 ACRE RANCHES, near Ruidoso, NM. From $879/AC. Electric, gravel roads, good views, great owner financing, close to National Forest. Hitchingpost Land Company. 1-877-2896650, www.hitchingpostland.com ABSOLUTELY THE BEST VIEW Lake Medina/Bandera, 1/4 acre tract, central W/S/E, RV/motor home/house, OK only $830 down, $235 month (12.91%/10yr), Guaranteed financing, more information call 1-830-460-8354 AFFORDABLE RESORT LIVING on Lake Fork. RV and manufactured housing OK! Guaranteed financing with 10% down. Lots starting as low as $6900, Call Josh, 1-903-878-7265 TERRELL COUNTY, 448+ acres at $265/acre, remote, 4-wheel drive a must, mesas and deep canyons, owner financed, 5% down. 1-210-7344009. www.westerntexasland.com
LAND
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.
DRIVERS
25 DRIVER TRAINEES needed! Learn to drive for Werner Enterprises! Earn $800 per week! No experience needed. Local CDL training. Job ready in 15 days. 1-888-734-6710
EDUCATION
AIRLINE CAREERS begin here. Become an aviation maintenance tech. FAA approved training. Financial aid if qualified, housing available, job placement assistance. Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance, 1-888-886-7315
RVs FOR SALE
28 ft BPull Travel Trailers Custom Built 4 U. 2 Bed Rm. or Toy Haulers or Large Bath Rm. or ??? Sleep 4-6+. View at www.txtraveltrailers.com.
MISC. SERVICES
Weekly Pool Maintenance now available from Green Acres Outdoors. Call Patrick for your service scheduling. 830-263-1464. -------------------------Electrical wiring, troubleshooting & repairs. 830-4375747. -------------------------Plumbing Repairs. All Types of Plumbing. Master Plumber. Reasonable Rates. Please Call
APPLY NOW! 12 drivers needed. Top 5% ATTEND COLLEGE ONLINE from Home. pay, 58 years stability, 2 months CDL Class Medical, Business, Criminal Justice, Hospitality. A driving experience. 1-877-258-8782. Job placement assistance. Computer available. AVERITT IS LOOKING for CDL-A Driv- Financial aid if qualified. SCHEV certified. ers! Great, low-cost benefits package and Call 1-888-205-8920, www.CenturaOnline.com weekly hometime. 4 months T/T experience HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA graduate in 4 r e q u i r e d . A p p l y n ow ! 1 - 8 8 8 - 3 6 2 - 8 6 0 8 , weeks! Free brochure! Call now! 1-866-562AverittCareers.com. EOE 3650, ext. 55. www.southeasternHS.com D R I V E R - TA N G O T R A N S P O RT n ow HELP WANTED hiring Regional OTR team. Top pay, plenty of miles, great hometime, family medical/dental. WANTED: LIFE AGENTS Earn $500 a day, 401K, paid vacations. Call 1-877-826-4605 or great agent benefits, commissions paid daily, liberal underwriting. Leads, leads, leads. Life www.drivefortango.com insurance license required. Call 1-888-713-6020. DRIVERS- $2000 SIGN ON bonus. Get miles/home weekends, SW regional. Top MISCELLANEOUS pay/benefits, paid orientation and training! SAWMILLS FROM ONLY $3997.00. Make 3-month OTR and CDL required. 1-800-545- and save money with your own bandmill.Cut 1351; www.cypresstruck.com lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free
STEEL BUILDINGS
STEEL BUILDINGS for homes and garages. Save thousands, low monthly payments, make offer on clearance orders: 40x60, 30x36, 25x30, 20x22; Call now: 1-800-991-9251; ask for Nicole
VACATION PROPERTY
979-743-1514 800-369-6888.
Start $5,950 Cash.
WEEKEND GETAWAY available on Lake Fork, Lake Livingston or Lake Medina. Rooms fully furnished! Gated community DRIVERS - Earn $45-$60k annually. Daily or information/DVD, www.NorwoodSawmills.com with clubhouse, swimming pool and boat ramps. Call for more information: 1-903-878weekly pay, Van and Refrigerated freight. Single 1-800-578-1363 Ext. 300N 7265, 1-936-377-3235 or 1-830-460-8354 source dispatch. Flexible hometime. CDL-A, 3 PET SUPPLIES months current OTR experience. 1-800-414HAPPY JACK DuraSpot: latest technology 9569 www.driveknight.com DRIVERS-OWNER OPERATORS and fleet in flea, tick, mosquito and mite control on dogs. drivers TX or OK/ CDL. New pay package, sign Patented; at farm and hardware stores. Distrib$ on bonus, return to Texas every 6-8 days. Call uted by K&K Vet Supply, 1-479-361-1516. www. happyjackinc.com 1-800-765-3952.
APTS. FOR RENT
APTS. FOR RENT
EFFICIENCY APARTMENTS FOR THE ELDERLY 62 OR OLDER AVAILABLE IMMEDIATELY * Rent based on income * Garden Style Apartments * Private Entrances * Individual Flower Bed Available * Carpeted & Air Conditioned * Water, Sewer & Trash Paid * Miniblinds, Ceiling Fan, Range, Refrigerator furnished * Maintenance/Management/Service Coordinator on site
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REAL ESTATE DRIVERS-REGIONAL FLATBED home every weekend, 40-45 cpm, Class CDL-A required, 2.4 ACRES in Crystal River, FL. Next to world flatbed load training available. 1-800-992-7863 famous Plantation Inn and golf resort and faces ext. 185, www.McElroyTruckLines.com Kings Bay. Zoned for commercial or multiDRIVERS- SOUTHERN REGIONAL runs family. Call Jack 1-214-755-6224. earn 32-45 per mile. Average 2,500-3,000 14.45 ACRES, Duval County. Heavy brush cover, miles per week. Assigned equipment, tuition deer, hogs, turkey. Electric available, fence 2 sides, r e i m bu r s e m e n t . d e B o e r Tr a n s p o r t a t i o n county road. $3550/acre, low down, owner terms, 1-800-825-8511; O/Os welcome! www. no credit check. Toll-free 1-866-286-0199. www. deboertrans.com westerntexasland.com DRIVERS- STUDENTS 18 days from start 3 TRACKS TOTALING 693 acres in Reeves to finish, earn your CDL-A. No out-of-pocket County, 15 miles North Pecos, river frontage. tuition cost. Step up to a New Career with FFE, Call Jack 1-214-755-6224 www.driveffe.com, 1-855-356-7122 20 ACRES for sale. $0 down, No credit checks, EXPERIENCED FLATBED DRIVERS: money back guarantee and owner financing, Regional opportunties now open with plenty near El Paso, Texas. Beautiful mountain views. of freight and great pay. 1-800-277-0212 or Free color brochure. 1-800-755-8953, www. primeinc.com SunsetRanches.com.
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Desmond Bolden participates in the Hula Hoop Contest. (Photo by Cedric Iglehart)
The history of the Juneteenth Holiday

By CEDRIC IGLEHART
Rev. C. A. Roaches opened the ceremony and also provided the scripture reading and prayer before leading the gathering in the singing of the Negro Edwards Association board member Jereline Clack National Anthem Lift Every Voice and Sing. (Photo speaks about the significance of the Juneteenth Holiday. (Photo by Cedric Iglehart) by Cedric Iglehart)
Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day or Emancipation Day, is a holiday in the United States honoring African-American heritage by commemorating the announcement of the abolition of slavery in the U.S. State of Texas in 1865. Celebrated on June 19, the term is a portmanteau of June and nineteenth, and is recognized as a state holiday or state holiday observance in 41 states of the United States. The eight states who have not recognized Juneteenth are Hawaii, Maryland, Montana, New Hampshire, North Dakota, Rhode Island, South Dakota, and Utah. The state of Texas is widely considered the first U.S. state to begin Juneteenth celebrations with informal observances taking place for over a century; it has been an official state holiday since 1890. It is considered a partial staffing holi-
day, meaning that state offices do not close, but some employees will be using a floating holiday to take the day off. Schools are not closed, but most public schools in Texas are already into summer vacation by June 19th. Its observance has spread to many other states, with a few celebrations even taking place in other countries. Though Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation on September 22, 1862, with an effective date of January 1, 1863, it had minimal immediate effect on most slaves day-to-day lives, particularly in the Confederate States of America. Many liberated slaves died during emancipation as a result of the illness that devastated army regiments. Freed slaves suffered from smallpox, yellow fever, and malnutrition. Texas, as a part of the Confederacy, was resistant to the Emancipation Proclamation. Juneteenth commemorates June 18 and 19, 1865. June 18 is the day Union
General Gordon Granger and 2,000 federal troops arrived in Galveston to take possession of the state and enforce the emancipation of its slaves. On the next day, legend has it while standing on the balcony of Galvestons Ashton Villa, Granger read the contents of General Order No. 3: The people of Texas are informed that, in accordance with a proclamation from the Executive of the United States, all slaves are free. This involves an absolute equality of personal rights and rights of property between former masters and slaves, and the connection heretofore existing between them becomes that between employer and hired labor. The freedmen are advised to remain quietly at their present homes and work for wages. They are informed that they will not be allowed to collect at military posts and that they will not be supported in idleness either there or elsewhere.
Mariah Hastings was one of several who took part in a rousing game of kickball. (Photo by Cedric Iglehart)
Youngsters took advantage of the opportunity to play inside of the Moon Bounce. (Photo by Cedric Iglehart)
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Gonzales continues to fill out coaching ranks

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lifting before, he said. I have gotten a couple of kids to the regional and state meet. Fink is looking to do the same in Gonzales. I know powerlifting is big around here, he said. My goal is to get as many athletes as possible to regional and state. Fink is a 1985 graduate of Holland High School near Temple. He lettered in football, track and baseball. After graduating, Fink elected to serve his country for a little while as he joined the Army and served for a number of years. He then started attending school at Tarleton State University in Stephenville and got his undergraduate degree in
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While the students are out for the summer, the athletic brass at Gonzales High School continue to be hard at work. Over the past few weeks, GHS athletic director Ricky Lock has been busy filling in the holes in his coaching roster. He recently added three new faces in those previously vacant places. All high-school coaches love to see their athletes work as hard as possible to garner success in their sport. That is what made newly-appointed Gonzales defensive coordinator Shannon Fink excited about coaching in Gonzales. I really liked the number of football players that are working out during the summer, early in the morning, he said. I also like the fact that both girls and boys athletes are working out early on summer days. It is always a positive for a new coach to come in and see the athletes working hard. With an 11-1 season that
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saw them finish as area finalists last year, expectations will be high for the football team. I have a lot to live up to, Fink said. I accept the challenge. He said the support from the parents and community is phenomenal. I love the fan support for the Apaches, he said. I have seen parents take their kids to morning workouts. You do not really see that a lot at 5A schools. The Gonzales community has a lot of pride in the school districts sports. In addition to overseeing the Apache defense, Fink will also serve as head powerlifting coach. I have coached power-
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1994 in Exercise Science. Fink stayed around Tarleton and earned his Masters in Education in 1996. While working on his Masters, Fink was a graduate assistant for the Texans football team. From there, he has coached at several places including Texas State and Temple College Fink has spent his last four years as the defensive coordinator at Alief-Elsik High School in the Houston area. Coach Fink has a very good reputation and I am excited to have him as our defensive coordinator, Lock said. The Mighty Rams were 6-5 overall last season and were 5-1 and the champi-
ons of 18-5A Division I. Elsik fell to Cypress Falls, 4822, in the bi-district round of the playoffs. Fink said the 5A school of about 4,000 students made the playoffs three out of the four years he was there. I think they will make the playoffs this year, he said. Fink has known Lock for 10 years. The two have worked football camps together and Locks coaching reputation is well known to Fink. Coach Lock has won at every place he has been it, Fink said. He knows how to instill discipline in the players and how to motivate them to play well. Finks wife, Dena, will be employed with Luling ISD and the couple have a 10-year-old daughter, Kacee. Having played for Lock during his high school years at Runge, new Gonzales assistant football and track coach Chris King is familiar with Locks style of coaching. Lock coached King in both football and track in
junior high and his freshman year of high school. Coach Lock is very intense and demands a lot from the players, he said. I feel I have carried some of Coach Locks coaching style into my own coaching career. He is very good at getting the most out of players and coaches. King said Lock is also good at managing his players and expects a lot from his coaching staff. He is able to get after somebody and chew them out, but afterwards, he will talk to them to get corrected whatever needs to be corrected, he said. King graduated from Runge in 2002 and attended Texas A&M University in College Station. He got undergraduate degrees in business management and business marketing in 2006 when he graduated. While searching for jobs in his field, King had a change of career heart. While I was interviewing, I realized I did not want to sit in a cubicle in an office all day, he said. Kings family had a backCOACHES, Page C2
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SHs Henke earns fourth TAPPS Coach of the Year Award

Sacred Heart athletic director and head football coach Pat Henke was given his fourth TAPPS Coach of the Year Award during a ceremony on June 8 in San Antonio. Henke coached the 2011 Indians to 14-1 record and the TAPPS 2A State Title, which he also won with Sacred Heart in 1986, 1990, 1992, 1996, 2000, 2002 and 2007. Henke has been in charge of Sacred Heart athletics since 1981. His other TAPPS Coach of the Year honors came in 1999, 2001 and 2003. CYFL registration continues There are two regular CYFL registrations left in Gonzales. The first will be held Saturday, June 23 from 10 a.m. to noon at Victoria College Gonzales campus. The last will be held on Wednesday, June 27 from 6-8 p.m. An official copy of your childs birth certificate will be needed to be given to the league. All players must provide birth record for age verification, so please have it present at registration or you will not be allowed to register without it. Cost of registration is $175. Parents have the options of paying the fee in total, paying $85 and selling a book of raffle tickets or paying $10 and selling two books of raffle tickets. Raffle money is due at equipment pickup. Late registration will be held on Thursday, July 12 and Saturday, July 14. There will be no fundraiser option at the late registration. During the regular registration period, you can also register for CYFL Football Camp. The cost of $10 is due by July 1. The camp will be held from July 30-Aug. 1 at the practice field next to Apache Stadium. Divisions for CYFL football are freshman (ages 5-6), sophomore (ages 7-8), junior (ages 9-10) and senior (ages 11-12). Children going to the 7th grade can play in the CYFL as well as junior high as long as they do not turn 13 before Sept. 1. You can pre-register online at cyfl.net. For more in-
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formation, call Gary Clack at 361-275-1156. Half Moon Fun Run set for July The 33rd Annual Half Moon Holidays Fun Run will be held July 7 at Green Dickerson Park in Shiner. There will be 5K Run/ Walk, 10K run and Kids K Run/Walk for runners/ walkers under the age of 10. Registration fee is $25 if registered before June 19 and $30 after. On-site registration starts at 7 a.m. and the race will start at 7:30. All entrants will get a T-shirt. Checks need to be made payable to St. Paul Booster Club. Forms are available online at www.shinertx. com/halfmoon and need to be mailed to Dana Beal, PO Box 1131, Shiner, TX 77984. Participants can also register online at www. signmeup.com. For more information, contact Beal at dbeal@shinercatholicschool.org or call 361-7728831. Apache Basketball Camp The Gonzales Apache Basketball non-varsity Camp will be held July 1012, from 10 a.m. to noon at the GHS Special Events Center. The camp is for players who will be in grades 5-9 for the 2012-13 school year. Cost of the camp will be $30. Campers will need to dress in T-shirts, shorts and basketball shoes. Number of registrants is limited so please return application and fee by July 6 to assure proper shirt size for the camp T-shirt. Applications need to be mailed to Gonzales Apache Basketball Camp, 1801 N. Sarah DeWitt, Gonzales, Texas 78629. Checks need to be made payable to Apache Basketball Club. If you have any questions, please contact Raymond Lopez at 830-672-6641. Apache Football Camp The Gonzales Apache Football non-varsity camp will be held July 24-26,
from 9-11:30 a.m., at the high school practice field for students who are incoming grades 1-9. The camp will be run by the Gonzales varsity and junior high coaches. Campers should dress in a comfortable T-shirt, shoes, socks and cleated shoes (if you have them). The campers will be instructed daily in running, blocking, tackling, strength building, agility, quickness and special-teams play. There will also be punt, pass and kick competition, 40-yard dash, team competition and annual Watermelon bowl. Every camper will receive a T-shirt. The cost is $30 per camper and checks need to be payable to GHS Lettermans Club. Applications need to be mailed to Gonzales Apache Football Camp, 1801 Sarah DeWitt, Gonzales, TX 78629 For more information, contact Gonzales football coach Ricky Lock at 830672-6641 Lady Apache Volleyball Camp The Gonzales Lady Apaches Volleyball nonvarsity camp will be held July 24-26, from 9-11 a.m., at the Gonzales High School Special Events Center. The camp will be for players incoming grades 4-9. Cost is $30 per camper, and includes camp T-shirt and instruction. Campers will need to wear T-shirt, gym shorts and gym shoes. Campers will be taught basic skills (hitting, serving, receiving, setting and rules). For more information, contact Anita Dement at 830-672-6641. Gonzales Youth League soccer signups The Gonzales Youth League is currently holding 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.
Scramble Winners
The first place team at the Wednesday Night Scramble held June 13 at Independence Park Golf Course in Gonzales consisted of Tom Sudderth, Taylor Davis, Mike Davis, Gary Richardson and Eric McClintock. The second place team (not pictured) was made up of Aaron Burek, Will Ruddock, Doyle Allen, Roy Staton and Jim Cannan. (Courtesy photo)
Area All-District Teams

District 29-2A Baseball District 28-1A Baseball Coach of the Year: Mike Eckles, Luling MVP: Ryan Larison, Jr, Luling Newcomer of the Year: Raphael DeHoyos, So, Marion FIRST TEAM Pitchers: Colton West, Sr, Stockdale; Brett Eckles, Jr, Luling; Victor Garza, Jr, Marion Catcher: Josh Vela, Jr, Stockdale 1st Base: Trayden Staton, So, Luling 2nd Base: Mikey Opela, Jr, Stockdale Short Stop: Byron Martin, Sr, Luling 3rd Base: J.C. Salazar, Sr, San Antonio Cole Designated Hitter/Utility: Marc Magallanez, Sr, Luling; Ty Green, Sr, Marion Outfielders: Jaime Moreno, Sr, Nixon-Smiley; Vince Garcia, Sr, Luling; Tyler OBryan, Jr, Marion; Cody Hastings, Sr, Stockdale SECOND TEAM Pitchers: Anthony Perales, So, Luling; Evan Basha, Sr, Marion; Raul Tovar, Jr, Nixon Catcher: Zach Reeves, So, San Antonio Cole 1st Base: Taylor Deason, Jr, Stockdale 2nd Base: Tr Lambert, So, Marion Short Stop: Miguel Marquez, Jr, Stockdale 3rd Base: Andrew Cardenas, Jr, San Antonio Cole Designated Hitter/Utility: Jordan Pruitt, Jr, San Antonio Cole; C.G. Cruz, Sr, Marion Outfielders: Jourden Stanley, So, Marion; Dusty Mosier, Jr, Stockdale; Andres Alvarez, Sr, Nixon-Smiley; Alex Hernandez, Sr, NixonSmiley; Aaron Werlein, Jr, Luling Sr. Most Valuable Player: Zach Reese, Shiner, Offensive Player of the Year: Brady Cejka, Shiner, Jr. Defensive Player of the Year: Colby Mica, Flatonia, Sr. Newcomer of the Year: Kaleb Leal, Ganado, Fresh. FIRST TEAM Pitchers: Cole Robbins, Flatonia, Sr.; Ky Sandelovic, Shiner, Sr.; Josh Velasquez, Flatonia, Jr.; Jacob Stafford, Shiner, Soph; Benny Garcia, Ganado, Soph. Catcher: Chris Kutac, Louise, Fresh. Infielders: Will Bruns, Flatonia, Soph.; Blaine Caka, Shiner, Sr.; Colton Courville, Louise, Sr.; Ray Lopez, Flatonia, Sr.; Kenny Kocian, Ganado, Jr.; Matt Pohler, Shiner, Sr.; Dillon Lee, Louise, Sr. Outfielders: Zane Ponder, Flatonia, Jr.; Jake Jalufka, Shiner, Sr.; Trey Thedford, Ganado, Sr.; Kyle Sparkman, Ganado, Jr. Utility: Donovan Mardis, Shiner, Sr. Designated Hitter: Colby Craig, Flatonia, Jr. SECOND TEAM Pitcher: Clay Koudela, Louise, Jr. Infielders: Clay Branecky, Flatonia, Sr.; Jose Cedillo, Flatonia, Jr.; Clay Vesley, Ganado, Soph.; Cade Cihal, Ganado, Sr.; Austin Esse, Shiner, Jr. Outfielders: Tony Puentes, Louise, Sr.; Will Siemen, Louise, Soph.; Nick Nevlud, Shiner, Sr.; Xavier Salazar, Ganado, Sr. Utility: Clint George, Louise, Sr.
COACHES: King new track coach, Moreno will lead tennis

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The Karate Kid
Kabel Faltisek recently competed in the Hill Country Karate Tournament where he sparred to win a first place medal, his fourth top ten finish in four out of his last five tournaments. At the Best of the Best Tournament, Faltisek came in third place. He has ranked up to his fourth belt in the youth which is blue. (Courtesy photo)
ground in education. My mom was assistant superintendent and my dad was a coach, principal and superintendent. I had a few other family members in education, he said. King got his teaching certification and started work as a coach and teacher at Jourdanton High School in August of 2006 and held that position until earlier this month. While at Jourdanton, he was an assistant football, assistant varsity boys basketball and the head girls track coach. Gonzales is also a similar situation to Jourdanton when King came on to coach there. When I got there, they had won just several games in three years, he said. Now they have been to the playoffs two years in a row and won their district last season. I think Gonzales is in the same boat because they are a program that is on the rise. I like the rural feeling to Gonzales and like that the community and the kids like living in a rural area. King said he was considering other coaching positions when he emailed Coach Lock to inquire about openings at GISD. He told me Gonzales might have some openings and we went from there, King said. Coach King was part of a very good coaching staff while in Jourdanton, Lock said. He is a hard worker and I have heard nothing but positive things about his coaching.
King will teach Business Communication/Public Speaking at GHS and will be an assistant football and track coach. It has not been decided if he will help out with the girls or the boys track team. New Gonzales head tennis coach and assistant volleyball coach Sarah Moreno has already spent some time in town. She spent the 201112 school year substitute teaching in the district and took over the P.E. classes of former Gonzales defensive coordinator Lanny Wilson, who departed earlier this year to become head football coach at Harlingen South High School. Moreno is happy with what she has seen out of the Gonzales school district and community. I love this town, she said. Ive gotten to know some of the other coaches and the students. Moreno said she is looking forward to becoming a part of the athletic department staff. It seems Coach Lock is into making sure every sport is successful, she said. Moreno takes over the Gonzales tennis program from long-time head coach Daisy Martinez. I want to continue what Coach Martinez has done with the program, Moreno said. She has gotten several players to the regional tournament. I want to get as many players to district and on to regionals and further. This will be the first head coaching gig for Moreno,
who did not play tennis in either high school and college. Moreno coached Pearland Glenda Dawson High School tennis following college graduation, alongside head coach John Meadows. I learned a lot under him, Moreno said. Moreno was at Dawson High School from 2009 until 2011, where she was an assistant volleyball coach and taught biology. She is a 2004 graduate of Pearland High School, where she played volleyball and basketball, and ran on the track team. Moreno attended St. Marys University in San Antonio from 2004-2008, where she played on the volleyball team and received an All-Heartland Conference Honorable Mention in 2006 and Second Team nod in 2008. The Lady Rattlers had a 77-86 record during her time as an outside hitter/middle blocker, placing third in the Heartland Conference in 2004 and 2005, runner up in 2006 and fourth place in 2007. She graduated with an undergraduate degree in 2008 in Exercise and Sport Sciences. Moreno will be an assistant volleyball coach at Gonzales under fourthyear head coach Kim Payne. I am very excited to be coaching with Coach Payne, she said. Ive already gotten the opportunity to work with her in P.E. classes.
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The Great Outdoors

Pollinator week raises Prescribed burn a buzz for Texas bees planned for Canyon State natural area
SAN ANTONIO Natural Area Superintendent Chris Holm announced today that Texas Parks and Wildlife Department staff plans to conduct prescribed burns at Government Canyon State Natural Area starting in June and continuing through January. The burns are expected to be conducted and completed in two to three days each. Prescribed burns are used as a management tool in natural areas and state parks to improve habitat for wildlife by restoring woodlands and savannahs in the Natural Area that were historically maintained by natural fires. They also are conducted to reduce the amount of available fuels, such as leaf litter, fallen branches, understory growth and dead trees that accumulate naturally and from storm events. By decreasing the amount of available fuels, prescribed burns reduce the chance for a potentially destructive wildfire to occur. Natural Area staffers already have begun preparing for the upcoming burns by clearing vegetation and other fuels from the fire breaks established around the perimeter of each area that will be burned this year. Fuels and vegetation also are cleared away from utility poles, structures, signs and sensitive resources to protect them during the prescribed burns. Prescribed burns in natural areas and state parks are conducted by TPWD personnel who have undergone training and met national wildland firefighting certification standards. The Natural Areas prescribed burn plan defines the conditions under which a prescribed burn may be conducted, taking into account wind speeds and direction, air temperature, relative humidity, and fuel moisture levels. The plan also guides fire crew members in managing burns to prevent them from escaping into adjacent properties and to minimize the effect of smoke in nearby residential areas. Because specific weather conditions are required to conduct an effective and safe prescribed burn, TPWD staff cannot provide a specific date for the burns at this time. However, local emergency management officials will be notified before a prescribed fire is implemented. Holm said that during the burn, the Natural Area would be closed to the public. During the burn there may be smoke that reduces visibility on neighboring roads and Holm cautions travelers to reduce their speed and use their headlights when smoke is present. For more information regarding the planned burn or to request notification on the days when fires are ignited, please contact the Natural Area at 210-688-9055 or e-mail chris.holm@tpwd.state. tx.us. AUSTINGov. Rick Perry has signed a proclamation making June 18-24 National Pollinator Week in Texas. This includes the Lone Star State in an international celebration recognizing bees, birds, bats, beetles and butterflies for their service to farmers and gardeners alike. The annual value of bee-pollinated crops to the U.S. economy is estimated at over $15 billion, says Michael Warriner, invertebrate biologist with the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department. In North America, most plant pollination is carried out by bees. Roughly one third of all the food we eat is because of pollination that happened in a farmers field, Warriner says. During a single day, a female bee may visit several hundred flowers, depositing pollen all along the way. Bees are tremendously successful pollinators for two main reasons. Many people think that bees go from flower to flower to collect nectar for their hive and just so happen to be dusted with pollen but bees collect the pollen from the flower deliberately. Pollen is used as a food source not only for the bees themselves, but also for their young. The other reason is because bees tend to visit certain species of plant per trip, preventing cross pollination or pollen being wasted on a different species. People are not the only species who are overwhelmingly impacted by the day-to-day life of bees pollinating. With producers such as plants, shrubs, grasses and trees being the lowest form of the food chain, they are a vital source of survival for most animals who consume those berries, nuts, fruits and vegetables. Native bee populations are vital to the ecosystems we are surrounded by today. The pollination service provided to U.S. agriculture by native bees has been estimated in excess of $3 billion annually. Bumblebees are among the most familiar native Texas bees, Warriner says. Their black and yellow bodies are easy to recognize as they buzz from flower to flower. Like honeybees, bumblebees are social insects that live in colonies comprised of a queen and her daughter workers. Bumblebees, in particular, are more effective pollinators than honeybees of such crops as blueberries, eggplant, peppers, and tomatoes. Although bumblebees are a crucial part of our ecosystem, they have been relatively unstudied until now, Warriner says. Recently, there has been a worrisome decline of bee species on several continents. The United Kingdom, being the first to report this decline, now has three species extinct. North America has been experiencing its own decline but researchers did not supply quantitative evidence until now. Researchers from universities across the country have begun to study the cause and contributors of the decline and if it will continue. Some researchers came to find the decline was due to loss of optimal habitat for the bees. Other conclusions were the influx of commercial bumblebees onto wild colonies, pesticide use and competition with non-native bumblebees. Warriner has also created a website where tips can be found on how to identify bumblebees as well as information on the nine species that occur in the state. Visit www.texasbumblebees. com to learn more about this endeavor and how you can help during Pollinator Week and beyond.
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Texas Weekly Fishing Report

GULF COAST REGION NORTH SABINE - Trout are fair to good under birds and pods of shad on soft plastics. Redfish are good under rafts of shad on topwaters. Trout are good while working deep shell on plastics. SOUTH SABINE - Trout are fair to good under birds and pods of shad. Trout are good at the jetty on live bait and topwaters. Redfish and Spanish mackerel are good on live shrimp tight to the rocks. Red snapper is good offshore. BOLIVAR - Trout are fair to good on the south shoreline on Bass Assassins, Trout Killers and Sand Eels. Topwaters have been good early. Sand trout are fair to good on shrimp in the Intracoastal. TRINITY BAY - Trout are fair over shell and on well pads on soft plastics. Trout, redfish and flounder are good at the spillway on live bait. EAST GALVESTON BAY Trout are fair for drifters working deep shell on limetreuse, glow and chickenonachain Bass Assassins and TTF Flats Minnows. Trout are good in the channel on croakers. WEST GALVESTON BAY Trout, sheepshead, redfish and black drum are good at the jetty on shrimp and croakers. Redfish are good in the back lakes. Red snapper are good offshore. TEXAS CITY - Trout are fair to good on the reefs and in the channel on live shrimp and croakers. Redfish and sand trout are fair to good in Moses Lake on shrimp. FREEPORT - Trout, redfish and Spanish mackerel are fair to good on shrimp at the jetties. Trout, redfish, sand trout and sheepshead are good on live shrimp on the reefs in Christmas Bay. Red snapper, kingfish and dorado are good offshore. EAST MATAGORDA BAY Trout are fair to good for drifters on live shrimp over midbay reefs. Redfish are schooling in the middle of the bay. Redfish are fair in Lake Austin on live shrimp. WEST MATAGORDA BAY Trout are fair to good on sand and grass humps on soft plastics and topwaters. Redfish are fair on topwaters and live shrimp in Oyster Lake. Black drum are good on the reefs on live shrimp. PORT OCONNOR - Trout and redfish are good on topwaters and live bait over sand, grass and shell in San Antonio Bay. Trout and redfish are fair for drifters working the back lakes with live shrimp. ROCKPORT - Trout are fair to good in the guts and channels on freelined shrimp. Trout are fair over grass while drifting with live shrimp. Trout are good around the islands on croakers. Redfish are good on mullet in the deep guts on the outgoing tide. PORT ARANSAS - Trout, redfish and sheepshead are fair to good at the jetty on shrimp and croakers. Red snapper, kingfish and ling are good offshore. CORPUS CHRISTI - Trout are fair to good on the edge of the spoils on Gulps and live shrimp. Redfish are good in the potholes on shrimp. Trout are good in the sand holes and grass on croakers. BAFFIN BAY - Trout are good on topwaters worked over shallow rocks. Trout are good on for waders working plastics over sand and grass. Redfish are good in kneedeep water on small topwaters. PORT MANSFIELD - Trout are good on topwaters on the edge of the channel and around sand and grass. Redfish are fair to good while wading shallow flats on small topwaters and Gulps. Offshore is good for red snapper, kingfish and ling. SOUTH PADRE - Redfish are fair to good around Gas Well Flats and South Bay on shrimp and DOA Shrimp. Trout are good on plastics and topwaters while wading spoils PORT ISABEL - Trout and redfish are fair to good on the flats on live shrimp. Trout are good on the deeper edges and flats in Laguna Vista and Airport Cove on topwaters, Gulps, DOA Shrimp and live shrimp. SOUTH TEXAS PLAINS REGION BRAUNIG - Water clear. Black bass are fair on crankbaits and watermelon soft plastic worms near the dam. Striped bass are fair on liver and shad off points near the pier. Redfish are fair on perch, tilapia, shad, and silver spoons. Channel and blue catfish are fair on shrimp and cut bait near the hot water discharge. CALAVERAS - Water clear. Black bass are slow. Striped bass are good on spoons and striper jigs near the dam. Redfish are fair down rigging silver and gold spoons along the shoreline. Channel catfish are good on cheesebait, shrimp, and shad. Blue catfish are good on liver and shrimp. Yellow catfish are slow. CHOKE CANYON - Water clear; 7882 degrees; 13.01 low. Black bass are good on chartreuse spinnerbaits, crankbaits, and large soft plastic worms. Crappie are fair on minnows and white tube jigs. Channel and blue catfish are fair on stinkbait and minnows. Yellow catfish are slow. COLETO CREEK - Water fairly clear; 1.95 low. Black bass are good on chartreuse soft plastics and perch colored topwaters. Striped bass are fair on minnows. White bass are slow. Crappie are slow. Channel and blue catfish are fair on nightcrawlers and minnows. Yellow catfish are slow. FALCON - Water stained; 8185 degrees; 32.75 low. Black bass are good on minnows and shallow running crankbaits in the north end of the lake. Striped bass are slow. Crappie are slow. Channel and blue catfish are good on shrimp and stinkbait. Yellow catfish are slow. Everyone in a boat must have a Mexico fishing license (if fishing the Mexico side) whether fishing or not. PRAIRIES AND LAKES REGION BASTROP - Water stained; 7882 degrees. Black bass are good on watermelon spinnerbaits and crankbaits. Crappie are fair on minnows and pink tube jigs. Channel and blue catfish are fair on shrimp and stinkbait. Yellow catfish are slow. FAYETTE - Water stained. Black bass are fair on chartreuse Carolina rigged soft plastics in 1525 feet. Channel and blue catfish are good on shrimp and shad in 1015 feet.
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YRA Returns To Gonzales
The Youth Rodeo Association returned to the J.B. Wells Arena in Gonzales on Wednesday. Over 200 youngsters from all across the state will participate in the four-day event. (Photo by Mark Lube)
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Watermelon Thump music lineup sure to draw music lovers

By DAVE MUNDY
Star Power:
Gonzales The Pale Horses kick off the lineup Thursday
The chart-topping Bellamy Brothers head Saturdays show
LULING From the classic to the unique, the four fun-filled days of the annual Luling Watermelon Thump will have something to appeal to muisc lovers of all ages. This years 59th Annual Watermelon Thump entertainment lineup features up-and-coming artists like The Pale Horses, established national charttoppers like The Bellamy Brothers and Texas regional music favorites like Thom Shepherd and Kevin Fowler. And this years Thump organizers are making it even easier to access all the fun. As always, Thursday and Sunday will be free, as will children 12 and under throughout the weekend. On Friday, patrons will be given the opportunity to arrive early and take advantage of a discounted price of $5 before 7 p.m. After that, admission will be $15 for the remainder of the evening. Saturday, admission will be FREE from 11 a.m.-1 p.m., followed by a $10 charge from 1-7 p.m. and $15 thereafter. Attendees should note that under no circumstances will they be subject to two different admission charges on Saturday. Also, all prices each day are valid for all events within the festival grounds, including all concerts. Thursdays events kick off with judging of the champion Melon at 5:30 p.m., followed the coronation of this years Watermelon Thump Queen at 7 p.m. Both those events will take place at the Pavilion. The Pale Horses finalists in this years Live at Billy Bobs recording contest take the main stage at 8:30 p.m.
Gates open at 5:30 p.m. Friday, with the childrens watermelon seed spitting contest at the Spitway. The Jeremy Halliburton band will entertain in the spitway starting at 6:30 p.m. Thom Shepherd is making a name for himself as a solo artist with hits like Band-Aid on a Bullet Wound and Redneck Yacht Club after authoring a number of hit songs for others. He and Kevin Fowler take the main stage at 8:30 p.m. The annual Watermelon Thump Parade kicks off events on Saturday. Juggler/musician Wade Henry will be roaming the Thump grounds starting at noon, while the Shiner Hobo Band kick off the days music at noon in the Pavilion. There will be live acoustic music under the tent featuring Logan Skloss, Travis Gibson, Tyler Stevens, Catfish, Chris Summerlatte, G.C. Searcy, Randy Collier, Bill McNeal, Nick Lawrence, Bret Graham, and many more starting at 1 p.m. Comedy ventriloquist Ian Varella will perform in the Childrens Tent at 2 p.m. The Fossils will provide entertainment on the main stage starting at 4 p.m., with the World Championship Seed Spitting Contest set for 4:30 p.m. The fun continues starting at 7:30, when Southern Express provides entertainment in the Spitway and the Cody Johnson Band takes over on the main stage. Charlie Robison will follow, with The Bellamy Brothers wrapping up the evening. Sundays events include the Luling Car Show, with Johnny Dee and the Rocket 88s and Billy Bacon and the Forbidden Pigs keeping the crowd hoppin on the main stage from 1-9 p.m.
Regional country favorites Kevin Fowler and Thom Shepherd will have the Thump thumpin Friday
Watermelon Thump: By the Numbers!

Here are a few little known facts and figures about the Watermelon Thump. The festivities kick off Thursday and run through Sunday, June 24 in downtown Luling. 0: Number of years since 1954 that the Watermelon Thump has not been held. 0: Number of additional admission charges to see all of our musical acts throughout the weekend. 0: Number of other places to be this weekend besides the Thump that will involve more fun. 1: Number of part-time staff members who coordinate the Thumps daily operations. 1: Number of international film crews who will be on hand at this years Thump. The British Broadcasting Company (BBC) will be in town Saturday to get footage for their television show All Over the Place USA. 1: Number of live radio broadcasts at the Thump this year. The Texas Pride BBQ Old Time Gospel Show will air live from downtown Luling Saturday night at 11:00p.m. It can also be heard on WOAI 1200AM or online at www.waoi.com. 1: Number of price breaks offered for early arrival on Friday. Admission is only $5 before 7 p.m. 2: Number of price breaks offered for early arrival on Saturday. Admission is free 11 a.m.1 p.m. on Saturday and only $10 before 7 p.m. 3: Number of age groups for the Watermelon Eating Competition on Saturday afternoon in the main pavilion. 3: Number of prizes offered in this years Thump raffle, an Apple iPad, a Yeti Tundra 75 Cooler and a Combination Smoker and Grill. Tickets may be purchased for only $5 from any Thump director or at the Thump office. The drawing will be held Sunday evening of the Thump (just before the bands final set). You need not be present to win. 3: Number of opportunities throughout the weekend to competitively spit a watermelon seed at the Thump. The Childrens competition kicks off on Friday afternoon followed by the Adults on Saturday afternoon and the Team contest concludes the action packed events on Sunday afternoon. 3: Number of days the Thump will feature a Mechanical Bull, Thursday-Saturday. 4: Number of days the Thump is held, next Thursday-Sunday. 5: Number of conveniently located entry gates at this years Thump. 5: Number of candidates who qualified for this years Queens ballot. Coronation will be held Thursday at the Watermelon Thump Pavilion. 6: The most individual Thump Seed Spitting titles claimed by one person. John Wilkinson boasted the top spot in 1978, 1979 and 1980 and then again in 1982, 1983 and 1984. 7: Number of radio stations giving away free tickets to the Thump. Listen for your chances to win on KJ-97 & WOAI 1200AM in San Antonio, KASE101 & KVET 98.1 in Austin, KNBT 92.1 & KGNB 1420AM in New Braunfels and KCTI 1450AM in Gonzales. 11: Number of No. 1 songs recorded by The Bellamy Brothers, Saturday evenings Mainstage headlining artists. 12: Number of people or bands named The Pale Horses, Jeremy Halliburton, Thom Shepherd, Kevin Fowler, The Shiner Hobo Band, The Fossils, Southern Express, The Cody Johnson Band, Charlie Robison, Johnny Dees Rocket 88s, Billy Bacon & The Forbidden Pigs or A.C. & The Bad Billys who will be performing at the Thump throughout the weekend. 12: Number of talented artists featured in this years acoustic music sets on Saturday afternoon. 14: Types of different Beer or Wine Coolers to be sold at this years Thump. 15: Number of Event Sponsors at this years Thump. We sincerely thank them all for their support. 16.5: Number of the Thumps 35 total hours that will feature free admission this year. 17: Number of Food Booths featured at this years Thump. Come support some of the Luling areas Civic & Non-Profit organizations as they serve up a variety of delicious items to raise funds for their respective groups. 18: Number of letters in our official website, www.watermelonthump.com. 21: Number of volunteers that comprise the Thumps Board of Directors. 24: Number of Gold Sponsors of this years Thump. We sincerely thank them all for their support. 24: Number of industrial size fans on hand to keep Thump patrons cool. 25: Total number of bands or artists performing at this years Thump. 30: Approximate number of minutes prior to the start of each competition (Seed Spitting & Watermelon Eating) that sign up begins. 36: Number of people who have served as General Chairman of the Thump. 37: Approximate number of parades across the state attended each year by the Thump Queens Court. 39: Approximate number of rides and games at the annual Thump Carnival provided by our new vendor, Alamo Attractions. 41: Number of years representatives from the Thump have attended the Texas Folklife Festival in San Antonio. Note: 2012 marked the TFFs 41st year in existence. 58: Number of Thumps on the books. #59 promises to be another great time for the whole family. 65: Number of Arts & Crafts vendors at this years Exhibitors Market. 68 feet 9-1/8 inches: Distance the furthest watermelon seed has ever been spit at the Thump. The record was set by Lee Wheelis of Luling in 1989. 88: Number of pounds that registered on the scale for the largest melon ever submitted in the Thumps Champion Melon Competition. It was entered into the first ever melon contest in 1954 by Mr. A.M. Pat Fuqua. It was purchased by Ara Brothers for $350. 90: Approximate number of entries in the annual Thump Car Show on Sunday. 200: Approximate number of entries in the
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annual Thump Parade on Saturday. 421: Address on East Davis Street in downtown Luling known as Watermelon World Headquarters. Stop by for more information about the Thump and all things Luling. 500: Number of dollars to be awarded to the first person who breaks the Thump World Championship Seed Spitting record mentioned above. 2012: The year the Thumps Friday night Mainstage headliner, Kevin Fowler, was presented with Lone Star Musics Live Act of the Year Award. 5,314: Current number of Likes on the Thumps official Facebook page. If you havent already, please Like the page to get all the latest updates and information.
8,000: Minimum number of scholarship dollars to be awarded by the Watermelon Thump Association, Alamo Attractions & the Growers Association to upcoming Luling High School seniors. 22,500: Highest bid ever recorded for a Champion Watermelon at the Thump. North South Oil Company and Centex Equipment, with an add on from Lembo & Kelly Allen, purchased Lester Henry, Sr.s top melon in 2010. 830-875-3214: Number to call with any questions about the Thump. Too Many to Count: Number of good times to be had and memories made at the Thump each year! All of Them: Number of Gonzales Cannon readers we hope will come to the Thump this year!
Thump Schedule
Thursday June 21 5:30 PM - All Gates Open Free Grounds Access 5:30 PM - Champion Melon Judging in the Pavilion 5:30 PM - Food booths and the Arts & Crafts These Booths will be ramping up for our four day festival. 5:30 PM - NEW CARNIVAL-- WELCOME ALAMO ATTRACTIONS! 5:30 PM - WATERMELON BUCKIN BULL 5:30 PM - Beer Garden Open 7:00 PM - Coronation of 2012 Thump Queen in the Pavilion Sponsored By Salt Flat Pipe & Supply 8:30 PM - Pale Horses on Main Stage Friday - June 22 Gates Open at 5:30 p.m. Gate Charge $5 (12 and Under Free) from 5 p.m. - 7 p.m. 5:30 p.m. - WATERMELON BUCKIN BULL 5:30 p.m. - Childrens Seedspitting Contests at the Spitway Children ages 1-5 Children ages 6-11, immediately following 1-5 contest Students ages 12-17, immediately following 6-11 contest Kids Team Spit, Team of 4 spitters, Ages 1-17 5:30 p.m. Childrens Seed Spitting Contest begin Each contest will immediately follow the one preceeding. 5:30 p.m. - Food Booths, Arts & Crafts Market, Carnival & Beer Garden Open 6:30 p.m. - Spitway Entertainerment: Jeremy Halliburton 7:00 p.m. - Gate Charge $15 7:00 p.m. - Dress Up Shows - Wild West Show at the Childrens Tent Kids from 5 to 11 years old are the stars 8:30 p.m. - Main stage Entertainment Thom Shepherd Kevin Fowler Saturday - June 23 10:00 AM - Texas Size Thump Parade 11:00 AM - Gates Open FREE ADMISSION UNTIL 1PM!!! 12:00 PM - WATERMELON BUCKIN BULL 12:00 PM Wade Henry Juggler & Magician Roaming the Thump Grounds 12:00 PM - Shiner Hobo Band at the Small Stage in the Pavilion 12:30 PM - Dress Up Show - The Yuck Show in the Childrens Tent Kids from 5 to 11 yrs old are the Stars 12:30 PM - Melon Eating Sign Up in the Pavilion 1:00 PM - $10 Gate Admission 1:00 PM - Melon Eating Contests Ages 1-7 Ages 8-14 Immediately Following Ages 15 & Over Immediately Following 1:00 PM - Acoustic Music Under the Tent Logan Skloss, Travis Gibson, Tyler Stevens, Catfish, Chris Summerlatte, G.C. Searcy, Randy Collier, Bill McNeal, Nick Lawrence, Bret Graham, and Many More!! 2:00 PM - Ian Varella Comedy Ventriloquist in the Childrens Tent 3:00 PM - Champion Melon Auction in the Pavilion 3:00 PM - Dress Up Show - The Yuck Show in the Childrens Tent Kids from 5 to 11 yrs old are the Stars 4:00 PM - Ex-Students Meet at LHS Cafeteria 4:00 PM - Entertainment at the Small Stage in the Pavilion THE FOSSILS 4:30 PM - World Championship Seed Spitting Contest 7:00 PM - Dress Up Show - The Yuck Show in the Childrens Tent Kids from 5 to 11 yrs old are the Stars 7:00 PM - $15 Gate Admission 7:30 PM - Spitway Entertainment SOUTHERN EXPRESS 7:30 PM - Main Stage Entertainment The Cody Johnson Band Cole Robinson Band The Bellamy Brothers Sunday - June 24 1:00 PM - Gates Open Free Ground Access 1:00 PM - Thump Car Show 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM Live Main Stage Entertainment JOHNNY DEES ROCKET 88S BILLY BACON AND THE FORBIDDEN PIGS 4:30 PM - Car Show Awards 4:30 PM - Team Seed Spitting (Adult) 9:00 PM - Gates Closed
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Grupo Vida brings unique sound to Main Street series

Over the course of their career, Grupo Vida, The Electric Cowboys have received multiple awards in some of the countrys major music categories, including three Grammy nominations and a top-8 finish on CMTs Music Madness Video Contest. The band will bring its unique blend of country, rock and Tejano to this weeks Main Street Concert Series concert in Gonzales. Music begins at 7 p.m. This charismatic groups passion for music and performance continues to fuel a successful career built on a foundation of solid dedication, hard work, team-effort that comes directly from the heart. And it is these efforts that allow this group to continue to produce their brand of live performance to the thousands of fans that have come out to their concerts. They toured with the Dixie Chicks on their Fly Tour and have shared the stage with such acts as Patty Griffin, Willie Nelson, Ricky Skaggs, Joe Ely, Jo Dee Messina, Clay Walker, Toby Keith, SHeDAISY, Kevin Fowler and many others. This down to earth band of brothers consists of: Art Tijerina on Lead Vocals, Tim Villanueva on Drums, Roger Vasquez on Bass/ Vocals, Jason Martinez on Guitar/Backup Vocals and Mike Molini on Vocals/ Keyboards. Working closely with J-Beck records producer, Carl Becker, the band released Prisoner of the Honky Tonk. Within three weeks of the release of this album, Because I Love You, secured the #6 position as a Hit Single on Texas Radio 94.7 and #4 on BNET Radio. We are getting Reviews from all over the world. This proves once again that these boys are here for the long haul Now on their independent label New Village Records, the band is getting ready to release their new CD entitled Heartaches and Highways in mid 2012. This is a complex, unpredictable, ball of talent and energy. Recently, The Electric Cowboys were declared one of CMTs Music Madness finalists! A huge indication of what effect this group can have on an audience.
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Distance to Midnight, fronted by vocalist Roger Kugler, highlighted last weeks Main Street Concert Series show at Confederate Square with a variety of covers of classic rock tunes. (Photo by Mark Lube)
The Cannon Live Music Calendar

Thurdsday, June 21 Dolly Shine at Legends Sports Bar, Austin, 6 p.m. The Pale Horses at the Watermelon Thump, Luling, no cover. Friday, June 22 Grupo Vida the Electric Cowboys at Gonzales Main Street Summer Concert Series, 7 p.m. No charge. Bri Bagwell at Scooters, Moulton, 9 p.m. Tickets $10. Thom Shepard and Kevin Fowler at the Watermelon Thump, Luling, 8:30 p.m., $15 admission. Saturday, June 23 Chris Allbright Band at Troubadors, Cuero, 8 p.m. Country Magic Band at Howards, Shiner, 8 p.m. No cover. The Cody Johnson Band, Charlie Robinson and The Bellamy Brothers at the Watermelon Thump, Luling, 7:30 p.m., $15 admission. Sunday, June 24 Johnny Dee and the Rocket 88s with Billy Bacon and the Forbidden Pigs at the Watermelon Thump, Luling, 1:30 p.m., no cover. Friday, June 29 Vince Vance and the Valiants at Gonzales Main Street Summer Concert Series, 7 p.m. No charge. Beau Hinze and the Backporch Shufflers at Howards, Shiner, 8 p.m. Saturday, June 30 Six String Boys at Troubadors, Cuero, 8 p.m. Musicians and Venues: To add or update events, contact us via e-mail to manager@gonzalescannon.com.
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Gonzales Elementary Honor Roll

Gonzales Elementary Honor Roll Sixth 6 Weeks All As Second Grade Karla Almazan-Correa, Jacob Bakken, Brett Breitschopf, Jacob Camarillo, Juliana Castillo, Virgie Cervantes, Kailey DeLeon, Mikayla Dickinson, Alexavier Escobedo, Christian Garcia, Daniel Garcia, Gabriel Garcia, Reese Griffin, Jose Hernandez Lopez, Carlie Hernandez, Hailey Hidalgo, Trace Higginbotham, Genevieve Kelley, Alanna Kenning, Joshua Leal, Marisol Leon, Damian Longoria, Michael Mariscal, Audrey Martinez, Nicolas Martinez, Stefanie Martinez, MKenna Matl, Ava Medellin, Eric Medina-Ortiz, Demi Monohan, Grace Morgan, Eliana Morrow, Paige Null, Taylor Orme, Hannah Pena, Tara Pettus, Kyara Prince, Colby Richter, Matthew Schramm, Elena Silva, Brooklyn Simper, Samantha Sirilo, Travis Thibodeaux, Erika Torres, Jacqueline Vasquez, Samantha Villa, Dakota Villagran, Isaac Villanueva, Destiny Voigt, Landon Watson, and Ezabell Zumwalt. Third Grade Christian Almaguer, Ayanna Amaro, Samantha Barnick, Raphael Bibas, Mark Burek, Logan Cantrell, Braden Clampit, Xavier Condel, Shelby Davis, Jeffrey Decou, Ayden DeLeon, William Filla, Esteban Gallardo, Ryan Gomez, Antonio Govea, Damian Grifaldo, Angel Gudino, Jillian Guerra, Elisa Guillen Balleza, Jake Hardcastle, Savannah Heximer, Richard Hood, Leonel Izaguirre, Victor Izaguirre, Ryan Kocian, Lane Mills, Emily Moore, Osvaldo Orozco, Madison Pirkle, Stephanie Reyna, Hayley Sample, Emily Sanchez, Emily Stair, Kyla Stamps, Elizabeth Stolicki, Mayra Torres Mendez, Mallory Vara, Emma Vega, Hope West, Jordan Williams, and Krysten Zuniga. Fourth Grade Kiley Allen, Madison Amaro, Dominic Anzaldua, Jackeline Arevalo, William Atkinson, Gabriela Balderas, Jose Balderas, Maggie Barnick, Christian Barron, Bailey Bennett, Madison Blundell, Tanner Blundell, Krystalynn Buesing, Dylan Buford, Jimmy Bustos, Victoria Camarillo, Dylan Cantrell, Gena Cardenas, Michael Cardenas, Jarely Carreon, Juan Castillo, Andrea Chavez, Sydney Clack, Jamison Cogburn, Jose Daniel Cruz, Johnna Dalton, Tyla Dalton, Aimee DeLuna, Diego Diaz DeLeon, Pedro Diaz, Jacob Duke, Jesus Espinoza, Alyssa Faith, Lilah Floch, Aukievah Fryer, Miriam Gallegos, Samantha Gallegos, Patricia Galvan Estrada, Denisse Galvan, Domingo Garcia, Fernando Garcia, Jose Garcia, Laura Garcia, Christian Gomez, Steven Hunter Gonzales, Lillie Griffin, Aaron Guerrero, Heath Henke, Antonio Hernandez Sanchez, Hernan Hernandez, Jason Hernandez, Luis Hernandez, Martina Hernandez, Christopher Holub, Mariel Huerta, Maryann Ivey, Daisy Izaguirre, Joshua Kenning, Kyle Krum, Corey Leal, Josue Leon, Gabriel Licea, Santos Ligues, Mariella Llamas, Violeta Llamas, Ashton Longoria, Jisaela Longoria, Tucker Loosli, Ty Loosli, Giselle Lopez, Wendy Lopez, Molly Manning, Fernando Martinez Romero, Gino Martinez, Nayellie Martinez, Reyna Martinez, Leanndrea McCarty, Staznie Molina, Emily Moreno, Veronica Moreno, Anayeli Noyola, Brady Oakes, Laura Olalde Perez, Sophie Oliver, Fernando Orduna, Shelby Orme, Sandra Palacios, Lauren Parks, Ria Patel, Diego Pecina, Kimberly Pruneda, Alicia Ramirez, Keissey Ramirez, Marinna Ramirez, Victoria Reininger, Saigelyn Rhoades, Mason Richter, Chasity Riojas, Hailey Riojas, Alexzandria Rocha, David Rodriguez Ramirez, Abigail Rodriguez, Anabela Rodriguez, Angela Rodriguez, Coby Rodriguez, Dylan Rodriguez, Nayeli Salazar, Angel Sanchez, Denise Sanchez, Maliyah SanMiguel Pirkle, Mary SanMiguel, Sydney Schroeder, Guadalupe Segura, Jesus Silva, Skylar Siptak, David Smith, Abagail Solis, Elizabeth Solis, Angela Stair, Madison Stamport, Ashlynn Stewart, Julian Stewart, Sadie Thibodeaux, David Torres, Megan Torres, Susie Torres, Harlee Tuch, Enrique Vazquez, Wendy Vazquez, Harley Whitfield, Devonte Williams, Kayla Willis, Bre Wolff, and Yadhira Zavala. As and Bs Second Grade Jacquelin Almaguer, Lisbet Alvarez, Avery Arriola, Braden Barfield, Christopher Bernal, Arissa Bolden, Priscilla Cardenas, Juan Cardoza DeLaCruz, Maria Castillo, Nicolas DeLeon, Banjamin Dement, Logan Dement, Briana Duenez, Ethan Ehrig, Breck Eleby, Krisanta Esquivel Diaz, Eduardo Estrada, Jossalyn Estrada, Alfredo Fernandez, Larissa Fernandez, Noemy Gallegos, Tristan Gallegos, Jackelyn Gamez, Luis Garcia, Mary Kate Garcia, Jose Gomez, Noah Gonzales, Diego Hernandez, Emma Hernandez, Marianna Herrera, Blake Hull, Noelia Inocencio, Dustin Irle, Amy Izaguirre, Ignacio Izaguirre, Jazmin Izaguirre, Stephanie Izaguirre, Dawson Janca, Allison Landrum, Kari Leal, Brianna Lucio, Luis Maldonado, Alejandro Martinez, Delilah Martinez, Jathan Martinez, Karla Martinez, Marissa Martinez, Miranda Martinez, Carlos Matamoros, Cesar Matamoros, Gabriela Medel, Emily Melchor, Marissa Molina, Carlos Morales, Jace Morris, Luz Olmedo Almazan, Martin Orozco, Sara Perez Vazquez, Johnathan Perez, Paola Perez, Matthew Pullin, Kaylin Ramirez, Sonny Ramirez, Alexis Ramon, Jace Ramos, Rocky Reyes, Jordan Riojas, Ana Rodriguez, Anna Rodriguez, Jesus Rodriguez, Robert Rodriguez, Monica Ruedas Valladolid, Sabine Sanchez, Alexandra Santillano Ortega, Danny Skorpenske, Jalen Soto, Jonathan Tejeda, Kason Tieken, Abigail Trevino, Craig Tuch, Jessie Vigil, Kimberly Villagomez Castillo, Brenda Villanueva, Brittney Villegas, and Lesley Williamson. Third Grade Hallie Barron, Ashley Berger, Caitlyn Blundell, Hunter Brown, Madelynn Brown, Caleb Camarillo, Devin Cantu, Gino Cardenas, Erica Casares, Nicholas Casares, Britany Castillo, Christy Castillo, Leslie Castillo, Mirsaydes Castillo, Amber Cerda, Lidia Cleveland, Bastian Cordova, Austin Davis, Larry Davis, Lilia DeLaCruz, Bella DuBose, Mia Escobedo, Ashleah Flores, Blane Fougerat, Hannah Fullilove, Elizabeth Gallegos, Karla Gallegos, Dyllon Garcia, Kimberly Garcia, Noah Garza, Angela Gonzalez, Arnulfo Hernandez, Deissy Hernandez, Marisas herrera, Donovan Iglehart, Vanessa Izaguirre, Brett Jahns, Christopher Jaramillo, Michael Juarez Mancilla, Brenda Juarez, Collin Lawing, Aracely Leal, Annalasha Lewis, Sebastian Llamas, Austin Longoria, Jaydyn Lookabill, Faith Lopez, Lindsey Low, Ashleigh Luensmann, Danna Martinez, Jeremiah Martinez, Leiza Martinez, Naomi Martinez, Estevan Matamoros, Macy Mendez, Carlos Menodza, Ariana Morris, Marcus Pena, Cody Perkins, Bailey Petras, Charles Pierpont, Priscila Pizano Guerrero, Christopher Reyes, Silvano Reyes, Ivan Reyna, Ramona Reyna, Christopher Rodriguez, Jonathan Rodriguez, Naomi Rodrgiuez, Thomas Rodriguez, Yesenia Rodriguez, Amiyah Rosas, Peyton Ruddock, Kobe Schwausch, Bethany Shovlin, Destiny Silva, Madison Singletary, Kaitlyn Taylor, Natalie Tenberg, Christian Tibbetts, Kyleigh Tieken, Melanie Vazquez, Jennifer Velasquez, Sergio Velazquez Vazquez, Cameron Vernor, Marina Villareal, Brayden Watson, and Anna Zuniga. Fourth Grade Priscilla Angel, Sidnie Bazan, Desmond Bolden, Taryn Bolton, Brett Bordovsky, Kailey Caad, Albert Camarillo, Christopher Camarillo, Haleigh Cardona Gutierrez, Nathan Carranza, Roberto Castro Garcia, Eduardo Cervantes, Jorge Cervantes, Arbreyon Dora, Isac Espinosa, Cruz Flores, Stefany Gallegos, Meghan Garcia, Trinity James, Isabel Jimenez, Alexia Juarez, Raechell Juarez, Devon Luckey, Michaela Malatek, Gerardo Martinez, Joshua Martinez, Maraia Mathis, Anthony Medina, Andre Molina, Grace Newman, Waylon Pape, Michelle Perez, Alejandro Ramirez, Jonathon Ramos, Joseph Ramos, Brenden Rodriguez, Kristen Rodriguez, Santiago Sanchez, Kaitlyn Shelton, Brandyce Steen, Lesli Vazquez, Victoria Vela, Julia Webb, Devon Williams, Taylor Zumwalt, and Alicia Zuniga.
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Jason Michael Tomas graduated from Texas State University in San Marcos this May with a Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture. Jason, who is the son of Bobby and Josie Tomas of Gonzales, joined his siblings and other family members who are Texas State alumni. Pictured (front row from left) are: Bridgette Tomas, Amy Tomas Loehman, Jason Tomas, David Kapavik, (back row) Reid Loehman, Lori Kapavik Strobel, Tricia Kapavik, Ernestine Kapavik Sutherlin and Larry Kapavik. (Courtesy photos)
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Nixon-Smiley High School Honor Roll Fourth Nine Weeks All As Ninth Grade Shelby Brothers, Mikel Byers-Scarborough, Natalie Trammell. Tenth Grade Josue Alvarado, Cassidy Frazier, Gushwa-Gemberling, Katheren Rawls, Jarden Van Auken, Marisol Vasquez. Eleventh Grade Abigail Scarborough, Kelby Jo Henderson, Miguel Hernandez, Tye Hyatt, Kendall Wells. Twelfth Grade Brooke Gordon, Randi lamza, Katarina Leal, Robert Mejia, Enrika Natal, DLaine Palacio, Robert Prebelski, Ashley Rawls, Jake Robinson, Sara Torres, Heather Turner. All As and One B Ninth Grade Eric Castillo, Megan Cisneros, Pedro Galvan, Megan Guerra, Ashley Martinez, Phoenix Medina, Samuel Melendez, Tristan Newman, Nicholas Pena, Marcos Pompa, Jesus Reyes, Guadalupe Rodriguez, David Salinas, Case Samford, Riley Samford, Saul Serna, Coleton Trammell, Faith Wishert. Tenth Grade Francesca Aleman, Alena Alvarez, Ryan Brooks, Loegan Fuller, Cynthia Leck, Jordan Morales, Dennis Nesser, Jordan Newman, Katrina Suire, Fidencio Tristan, Devon Warzecha. Eleventh Grade Erin Aguirre, Rosa Alvarez Perez, Justin Caesar, Trini Dominguez, Matthew Finch, Jennifer Flores, Marissa Garcia, Shante Mendez, Chase Neubauer, Edward Pena, Austin Rogers, Kasie Skloss, Raul Tovar Acosta, Luis F. Vazquez, Luis G. Vazquez, Justin Wolf. Twelfth Grade Vanessa Acevedo, Brea Alvarez, Kristin Alvarez, Ariella Bermea, Ian Bryan, Kiana Casas, Naomi Casas, Tiffany Enriquez, Jessica Flores, Liliana Garcia, Jose Jacobo, Colton Kinnison, Matthew Krueger, Keith Lamza, Angel Leasman, Ashlyn Maldonado, Maria Martinez, Michael Martinez, Maria Ochoa, Damian Perez, Rebecca Rodriguez, Joseph Tortorello, Lauren Trigo, Jose Vasquez.
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Capricorn, your mind will be all over the place this week unless you find someone to help you get focused. Think of it as having a babysitter who can call you out if you start to stray. AQUARIUS - Jan 21/Feb 18 Aquarius, you will be amazed at the results when you finally set your mind to something. Stick with what youre doing and enjoy the ride.
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down important phone numbers, vendor information and all the other details youll want instant access to. Its important that such notes are taken in something thats portable, allowing you to jot down notes immediately as opposed to forcing you to remember until you arrive home. * Create a to-do list. A to-do list is another great way to stay organized when planning your wedding. As you make certain decisions, simply strike those tasks from the list. This way you will know which tasks youve polished off and which ones you still need to work on. * Create a wedding calendar. Keep a calendar devoted specifically to the wedding. Include appointments with vendors and information regarding payment schedules and other deadlines on this calendar. If you set any deadlines for yourself, such as when you prefer to choose a band for the reception, jot these deadlines down on the wedding calendar as well. * Take a digital camera along when shopping for your wedding. Many couples want to explore their options before making any decisions with regard to attire, floral bouquets and other aspects of the wedding. But it can be difficult to remember all of the things you might have seen throughout the process. Bring a digital camera along when shopping so you wont have to rely strictly on memory when making your final decisions. As you take pictures, upload them to your computer so when the time comes to make a decision, those photos are easily accessible. * Delegate certain tasks. Even couples that consider themselves taskmasters can benefit from delegating some tasks when planning a wedding. This can save you some time and make it easier to keep track of everything. When delegating, ask friends or family to handle those tasks that dont require a personal touch. For example, ask a best man or maid of honor to arrange for guest transportation to and from the airport. Its not too much responsibility, but its one less thing for busy couples to worry about.
Simple tips can help keep your summer wedding plans on track
Couples planning a wedding quickly realize just how challenging a task that planning can be. From paring down the guest list to arranging the music to choosing a menu for the reception, couples must make several decisions when planning their big days. Staying organized when planning a wedding is no small task, as the planning can be spread out over several months or even more than a year, making it difficult to keep track of whats has and hasnt been done. The following are a few organization tips that should help couples keep on track when planning a wedding. * Write things down. Whether you write things down the old-fashioned way in a notebook or jot down notes in a tablet, write down your plans as you go. Write
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While many once popular wedding traditions might have fallen by the wayside, many others have withstood the test of time. One tradition that has endured is the wedding registry, which is designed to help wedding guests find the right gift for the couple of honor. Thanks in large part to the Internet, its now easier than ever before to set up a registry. Couples can do so entirely via the Web or visit their favorite store or stores and use a hand-held scanner to add items to their registry. But even though registries are easy to set up, it might help couples to consider a few tips before they start clicking or scanning away. * Register with multiple merchants. Couples can help guests out by registering with multiple merchants. Doing so gives guests more options and increases the likelihood that guests can find the store. When choosing merchants, try to choose national stores that guests can access regardless of where they live. * Dont assume all guests are tech-savvy. While the Web has made setting up and accessing a registry easier for couples and guests alike, its safe to assume your guest list will include one or two holdouts who have never before shopped online. Because of that, couples should still register with a brick-and-mortar store instead of only registering online.
Technology making bridal registries even easier

* Read the fine print. Some online retailers are kinder than others. When establishing an online registry, examine the retailers policy thoroughly to be sure it does not include substantial service charges or exorbitant shipping fees. Guests should not be penalized for their generosity. * Vary the options within the registry. When adding items to the registry, be sure to include items that everyone can afford. Especially nowadays, when many weddings host guests from far and wide, its ideal to include lots of affordable items. That way guests who have already spent considerable money getting to the wedding wont have to break the bank even further to gift the bride- and groomto-be. As for high-end items, keep those to a minimum. Parents, siblings or other especially close relatives might ask to buy those items before you even establish the registry. But it is important to include at least a few expensive items, as some guests might pool their resources and buy these gifts, saving you money while giving them the satisfaction that you got something you might not have been able to afford after paying for the wedding. * Set up a honeymoon registry. Many of todays couples live together before they get married, and as a result, they might
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A unique idea: make your wedding favors edible

from the items offered today, and not every guest was privy to a take-home trinket. In the 16th century, wedding favors were a sign of extravagance and showed off the familys wealth to the guests. Only rich and prominent people during those times could afford and provide sophisticated gifts to their guests. Some favors symbolized luck, and sharing them with guests ensured good luck to all as well. Almonds were common favors because they symbolized fertility, health, happiness, wealth, and longevity. Bonbonnieres were once a popular wedding favor. A bonbonniere is a small, decorative box made of porcelain, crystal or gold. It is embellished with colorful and precious gems. Inside the box houses a sweet delicacy, often called a bonbon. In modern times, many couples are returning to the tradition of giving bonbonnieres or other edible favors as their wedding celebration thankyous. Edible favors are often economical and guests tend to appreciate them. After all, guests have to find a nook in their homes in which to house an engraved ice cream scooper or yet another small statuette. Edible gifts can be as varied as a person desires. Candy-coated almonds are still popular, but many couples have expanded their choices and have created new trends in favors. For those couples seeking a unique edible favor for the wedding, here are some suggestions. * Cake or brownie pops: Food on a stick has long been a favorite of many, but the concept has been taken to new heights with the creation of cake pops. These are small balls of cake or brownie that are made from cake crumbs and frosting. The balls are covered in candy melts or chocolate and served on a stick. Chocolate artists can transform ordinary cake pops into works of art with intricate piping designs on the hard, outer shell. Clear cello bags and decorative ribbon may be all thats necessary for a classic wrapping. * Cookies: Pastry arts
not need some of the more common household items like cookware, linens or home furnishings. Couples who already have stocked cupboards and linen closets might want to consider a honeymoon registry, which allows guests to donate money toward the couples honeymoon.
Guests can donate money or pay for certain activities the couple can enjoy while getting away from it all. Wedding registries have evolved, making it easier than ever before for couples to set up a registry their guests can access.
A token of appreciation for guests is requisite at wedding receptions. Wedding favors enable attendees to walk away from the event with a memento and also a small thank you for their participation and celebration of this momentous event. Brides- and grooms-to-be have different ideas when it comes to wedding favors. Guests have their own opinions, too. As customs and trends change, so do the options in wedding favors. In the past, wedding favors were not much different
The right floral arrangements can help set weddings mood

Couples must make many decisions when planning their wedding, not the least of which is choosing floral arrangements. Some couples have never had to make choices regarding floral arrangements, so its understandable if they need some help before making a decision that will likely make a significant impact on the appearance of their weddings. * Go with your own style. Couples should not feel pressured to go with a more traditional style if thats not something that suits them. Instead, choose a style that most appeals to you, be it neutral or bold colors, formal or more casual arrangements, and so on. Your style might also reveal a preference for something other than roses, which is perfectly alright. Its your wedding. * Stay in-season when possible. When choosing a floral arrangement, its important to consider when youll be getting married and which flowers will be in-season. Its possible to find most floral varieties all year, but if you choose seasonal flowers, youll likely pay less and such flowers
will be more readily available and durable. * Dont go it alone. The wedding day is going to be busy enough without brides and grooms having to worry about arranging the bouquets. A professional florist, ideally one who has come highly recommended, should be able to work within your budget and produce a visually stunning end product. * Consider candles to save money. Many couples hope for a floral centerpiece at each table, but that can prove costly. If the floral budget is somewhat limited, supplement the centerpieces with candles to save some money. The centerpieces likely wont be as grandiose, but smaller floral arrangements coupled with candles can create a romantic feel. * Stick to the budget. Couples will find its very easy to go over budget quickly with regard to floral arrangements. But a good florist should be able to work within your budget and produce an arrangement thats visually impressive without costing a fortune.
continue to be popular favors for any occasion. Many bakeries offer intricately designed and decorated cookies that can pertain to any theme. Think about a wedding couple or a set of rings as the cookie of choice for a wedding favor. Most cookies last 2 to 3 weeks, so they can be purchased in advance. * Petit fours: These bitesized pastries lend themselves well to wedding favors. They can easily be paired and put in small boxes as take-home treats. Some bakeries create petit fours on demand. If not, petit fours can be purchased through online vendors. * Chocolate: Gourmet chocolate remains a popular edible favor. Choose among truffles, caramels, chocolate-covered pretzels, or any favorite treat. Depending on the chocolatier, favors may come pre-boxed and wrapped. * Seasonal treats: If a wedding coincides with a particular season or holiday, favors can be coordinated as well. Think caramelcovered apples for fall parties, chocolate bunnies for spring events, spiced cake bars for the winter holidays or lemon tarts for summer weddings. Wedding favors have been a part of wedding ceremonies for centuries. Edible gifts are thoughtful and flavorful mementos of the wedding day.
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Once you announce your plans to get married, theres a good chance that people close to you will be ready and willing to dispense their share of advice. Some words of wisdom will be priceless, while others you can store away for another day. When polling married couples, you will likely find they would change this or that about their weddings if given the chance to do it all over again. Here is some advice that you can choose to follow for your wedding day. Tip #1: Trust your vendors Couples often have unique ideas for their wedding day. It may seem tempting to spell out what you want in minute detail and insist on wedding vendors carrying out your wishes to a T. But the smarter idea may be to give vendors a little more free reign -- after all, they are the professionals. I had a vision in my head of what I wanted my centerpieces to look like, offers Jean M., Connecticut. I gave the florist my suggestions and the feel of what I was trying to create, but ultimately I left the finished product up to her. When I walked into the reception hall and saw my centerpiece baskets overflowing with fall-hued flowers, berries and twinkling candles, I was so excited I had left it up to the expert. When deciding on particular aspects of the wedding, you can give your general ideas, but leave the finished product to the professionals. Dont list every song you want the deejay to play or micromanage all of the poses the photographer should take. After all, experienced pros have likely done this dozens of times in the past and could produce results you never dreamed possible. Tip #2: Scale down Unless you are planning on auditioning for the show Over-the-Top Weddings, it might pay to make your wedding more about being personal and less about wowing the crowd with special effects and expensive treats. Its easy to be lured into extra dinner courses or be persuaded to release doves at the ceremony, but will these extras impact your relationship or the life you will be building together? If I had to do it all again, I would skip the dessert bar I had at my wedding, says Alice C., Ohio. The spread of pies, pastries, cookies, and chocolates certainly looked impressive, but it cost me a small fortune. Also, people filled up on the dessert bar so much, they no longer had room to taste my special-ordered wedding cake. Tip #3: Dont overextend Your wedding will hopefully be a once-in-a-lifetime event. Therefore, couples often plan to spend a good deal of money to ensure their special day is perfect. Weddings are still viewed as a high-priority expense and most couples save for a long period of time despite sluggish consumer spending reports. According to the market research and analysis firm IBISWorld, nearly 60 percent of couples go over their budgets when getting married. Some do so at the risk of being in debt afterward. It can be easy to get carried away in wedding spending, shares Deirdre H., Michigan. I went way over budget when getting my wedding gown and a few other components of my wedding. My husband and I struggled the first year of our marriage trying to fix our finances and battling a bad case of money-related stress. Try to stick to a budget as much as possible so that you can enjoy yourself not only on the wedding day, but also long after the honeymoon has ended.
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Tip #4: Keep it in the family Selecting members of your wedding party can be challenging because there may be so many special people in your lives right now that you want to honor. Choosing a best man and a maid/matron of honor is a large responsibility because these people stand out in the wedding. Although couples struggle with their choices and want to please everyone, your safest bet is to choose a family member. I ended up choosing my best friend over my sister as maid of honor, says Clara T., Arizona. Although we were very close at the time, weve since grown apart due to work relocation. My sister and I, however, talk and hang out frequently. I regret not having asked my sister to be my maid of honor, considering hers is a friendship I know will last a long time. Unless you dont have close family members or your relationship with your siblings or cousins is strained, choose a family member to serve as best man or maid of honor. It is easy to be overwhelmed when planning a wedding, and couples can expect to be bombarded with advice. However, it could pay to heed the advice of couples who have already lived and learned from their wedding choices.
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Many brides-to-be, and even some grooms-to-be, express concern about their weight in the weeks and months leading up to their wedding. Losing weight is a goal for many engaged couples, but its important that couples who want to shed a few extra pounds dont sacrifice safety for the sake of slimming down. According to a Cornell University study of 273 women with a wedding day approaching, 70 percent wanted to lose more than 20 pounds before their weddings. However, reality indicates that a weight loss of 5 to 10 pounds is more attainable -- more so if the weight loss regimen is spread out over several weeks. The term brideorexia has entered the vernacular, and it is associated with brides who are taking extreme measures to lose weight. Taking laxatives, engaging in fluid-only diConcern about fitting into their gowns drives many brides ets and even using tobacco to crash diet in an effort to lose weight. or drugs to serve as appetite suppressants are just some of the measures some brides have taken to shed weight before their wedding days. There is no magic formula to shed pounds, but there are certain ways to jumpstart and maintain the process of healthy weight loss so brides can look slimmer and healthy for their big day. * Eat. Although initial calorie curbing can help shed weight, eventually your body may adapt to your new eating habits or go into survival mode, which means conserving fat reserves. Researchers at Penn State University found that fasting signals to your body that it is being starved, triggering a lower metabolic rate. Brides-tobe should never cut out food entirely. Eating anything less than 1,200 calories a day will encourage the body to try to conserve energy by lowering its metabolism. Severe calorie restriction is not an effective way to lose weight. * Step up your exercise regimen. Reducing food intake alone will not help you lose weight quickly. The goal is to burn more calories than you consume. Therefore, adding more cardiovascular activity to your routine can help burn calories more efficiently. According to a clinical study from researchers at Italys University of Padua published in the 2011 International Journal of Sports Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism, eating a light meal before exercising helps you burn more fat and keeps your body burning fat even 24 hours after the exercise. * Reduce sodium intake. Sodium doesnt necessarily lead to weight gain, but it can make it appear so. Sodium contributes to water retention in the body, which may make you appear heavier or bloated. Cut back on foods that are high in sodium, especially as the wedding draws close, to reduce water retention. * Identify sources of empty calories. Fruit juices, soda and other beverages are often the culprits with regards to unnecessary calorie consumption. Therefore, choose your beverages wisely and limit them to water, teas and unsweetened drinks. If you want to drink fruit juice, consider diluting it. In addition, most alcoholic beverages have 100 calories or more. While it may be tempt-
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