Published by the Colorado City Record

On The Colorado

2010
Visitor and
Newcomers
Guide
*Lakes *Antiques *Down Home Fun
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Welcome to FINDING OUR HEART

At a Glance.......................4

Mitchell County
Proud History.................6-7
On Main Street.................8
Antiques..........................10
With some of the friendliest people and plenty of wide open Opera House..................15
space, it doesn’t take long for visitors to realize Museum..........................37
they are in one of Texas’ best kept secrets.
LET THE FUN BEGIN
Welcome to Colorado City!!
On behalf of the Colorado City Area Chamber of Commerce, it is our pleasure Trade Days.......................16
to welcome you to Colorado City and Mitchell County.
We are a friendly small town with several fun and relaxing things to do through- Ranch Rodeo....................17
out the year. Downtown Colorado City has lots to offer to women, men and chil-
dren. A variety of treasures can be found in the many antique shops or the latest Boer Goat Cook-Off..........18
trends in jewelry and fashions in our locally owned and operated boutiques. Sev-
eral of the restaurants are family owned and serve delicious home cooked meals. J.O. Dockrey Fly-In...........20
We also encourage you to visit our historical movie theater that shows the latest CC Riders Car Show.........21
movies that have hit the “big screen.”
4-H Mud Bog....................22
Hunters Dinner..................29
Run for the Wall................30
Festival of Trees...............31
Wolf Creek Links .............42

ALL ABOUT US
Lake C-City Map ........ 24-25
Calendar of Events ..........40
Phone Numbers............... 44
Who’s Who........................45
If history is your cup of tea, be sure to visit the Heart of West Texas Museum
and the Branding Wall. Fine Dining .......................46
If it is outdoors that you enjoy, we have a wonderful City Park with a Frisbee
Golf Course and a public pool open during the summer months. We also have a
nine-hole golf course and two lakes. Lake Colorado City State Park offers boating COMING HERE?
and camping and Lake Champion is terrific for fishing. Medical........................26-27
Throughout the year we have several special events such as the Railhead Trade
Days, which are held every third weekend in March, July, and November. We Schools........................31-33
host a spring Ranch Rodeo and dance and in the fall, we welcome our hunters to Where to Worship.............39
Mitchell County with a Hunter’s Appreciation Dinner. We celebrate July 4th with
the annual J. O. Dockrey Fly In in the morning and complete it with fireworks Relocating tips ........... 44-45
and several fun activities and food in Ruddick Park in the evening.
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Other organizations provide the area friendly atmosphere that you will At a Glance
with events as well. There is a mud find in Colorado City. Quick facts about
bog, a car show, a boer goat cook off, Please check out our website at Mitchell County
a night golf tournament, and concerts www.coloradocitychamberofcom-
at the Opera House. In Septem- merce.com for more details or give Based on 2006 Census information and the 2008-
ber, the annual Mitchell County us at call at 325-728-3403. 2009 Texas Almanac
Reunion is held along with special Our warmest regards to you and • Size: 915.90 sq. miles, of which
activities through the Junktique yours! just 1 percent is covered in water
Jamboree. In the spring, the mid- Fay Ellis Sandy Ellis • Approximate population: 9,327
dle school feeds and honors several President Chamber Manager • Number of cities: 3
hundred veter- • Population of Colorado City:
ans as motor- 4,151
cyclists make • Population of Loraine: 639
their trek to the
• Population of Westbrook: 201
Veteran’s Wall
in Washington, • Highest point of interest: Lone
D.C. Wolf Mountain, 2,460 feet above
We would sea level
love to have you • Average January temperature: 27
come and share degrees
with us at any of • Average July temperature: 95.9
these activities degrees
or just enjoy the • Average rainfall: 19.43 inches
slow paced and

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today!
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Welcome Newcomers and

Visitors to Mitchell County!
Visit our full-line grocery store for all
your grocery and beverage needs....

Tortillas Made Fresh Daily Meat Cut Fresh Daily

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Proud History...Promising Future

Established in 1881, Colorado City has a history
that could have been at the heart of any western
book or movie. It had bar room brawls, gun fights
and a horse drawn street car that shuttled people
from the booming business district to the zoo and
race track. It had cattle drives through town, buf-
falo and buffalo hunters and troubling issues with
the Native Americans. With the expansion of the
railroad and cattle ranches, Colorado City’s central
location and progressive development earned this
wild west town the title of “Mother City of West
Texas”.
Colorado City still upholds much of its early
character in the historic downtown and through in-
teresting citizens and life ways. Natural resources,
location and determination continue to propel Col-
orado City into the future. This area proudly sup- Downtown Colorado City in the 1930’s
ports a diverse economy powered by cotton farm- Texas” and was the railhead for iff of Mitchell County; Y. D. Mc
ing, wind energy, oil and gas, ranching, hunting both important rail lines and cattle Murry, another sheriff in the late
and the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. shipping in the West. 1880s and William Marion Green.
Colorado City has had a number of euphonious The community is the final rest- Currently, Colorado City sports
titles such as “Dodge City of West Texas,” “The ing place for three Texas Rangers, a population of around 4,151 visi-
Queen of the West,” and “the Mother City of West R. C. “Dick” Ware, the first sher- tor-loving folks, but the city serves

Welcome Newcomers Welcome Newcomers!

and Visitors!

Flowers for Every Emotion & a

Unique Collection of Gifts for
Every Occassion.
Wire Service Available We look forward to seeing you!
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We have been serving
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a trading area and service center of and treasures galore.

more than 50,000 people -- rang-
ing from Big Spring, Snyder, and
Sweetwater.
Colorado City is the virtual gate-
way to adventure. It is truly an op-
portunity for visitors to experience
Texas at its best.
Antique to your heart’s content
in Colorado City, home of numerous
antique dealerships, delightful shops,
Whether you’re a car enthusiast,
cowboy, pilot, or just love an ex-
cuse to get together with family and
friends and have a rip-roaring good
time. Mitchell County is sure to
give you memories that will last a
lifetime.
As you pass through or settle in,
we hope you enjoy our proud his-
tory and promising future.

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Down on Main Street

Although Mitchell County may
appear to be a quiet place, it is rap-
idly becoming renown throughout
West Texas as one of the top artistic
and historical communities.
The area’s rich history and natu-
ral beauty make it a source of inspi-
ration for painters, photographers,
potters and various other artists.
Their work can be seen in local gal-
leries, at craft fairs or found gracing
local businesses.
The newly formed Community
As a Main Street city, Colorado
City emphasizes the preservation it’s
historic downtown and offers incen-
tives to new business enterprises.
Development Department oversees
projects and events through the city’s
Main Street Program,
Chamber of Commerce
and various other boards.
Railhead Trade Days,
Junktique Jamboree,
July 4th parades and fire-
works, Ranch Rodeos,
Mitchell County Reunion
and cultural events at the
Heart of West Texas Mu-
seum are part and parcel
of the heart and soul of
the community.

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Mitchell
County
Where the work ends and the fun begins
W
elcome to Colorado City, the “Mother City of West Texas” and the home
of a region rich in natural wonders, history and recreational possibilities.
Colorado City is the virtual gateway to adventure. It is truly an op-
portunity for visitors to experience Texas at its best.
No matter how you get to Mitchell County, your first glimpse of the historic com-
munity will let you know you have arrived at a place unlike anywhere else in the world.
Both roadsides and pasture land are colored with wildflowers galore,
from purple sage, wild primrose and red gaillardias to the rare poppy mallow.
Mitchell County is also a haven for wildlife. Coyotes, deer, horned toads,
as well as elusive badgers, foxes and the occasional cougar all call it home.
Bird watchers can stay busy with the antics of hummingbirds, meadowlark, dove, paint-
ed bunting, orioles, tufted titmouse, cardinal, Suss King pine sparrows, red wing black-
birds, mockingbirds, scissor tails and once in a while a kingfisher, and are greeted with
the lonely call of sand hill cranes every fall.
West Texas is also known for its spec-
tacular sunsets and night skies with stars so
big and close you can almost reach out and
touch them.
Blessed with two lakes, Mitchell County has something for everyone in
the family. Stocked with plenty of Florida bass, blue gill, perch and chan-
nel cat fish, Lake Champion is a fisherman’s dream. Lake Colorado City is a
skier’s paradise.
Sheltered swimming coves, water skiing, paddle boats and more keep even
the most avid water sports fan happy
Scenery, wildlife and water aren’t the only thing you’ll find that is ap-
pealing in Mitchell County. There are festivals a plenty, whether you’re a car
enthusiast, cowboy, pilot, or just love an excuse to get together with family and
friends and have a good time. Mitchell County is sure to give you memories
that will last a lifetime.
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Antique shop to your

heart’s content in C-City
Antique shopping in Colorado City? There are a number of shops to
seek out downtown.
First, there is Good Ole Days, an antique mall located at 157 E. 2nd
Street. Owned by Fern and Tommy Reeves, they have over 20 dealers and
an ever-changing mix of interesting merchandise.
Almost directly across the street at 116 E. 2nd is Sparks Trading Post,
another large shop owned by Bobby Sparks. It boasts a great variety of in-
teresting items, from tiny treasures to furniture.
Just around the corner at 167 Walnut Street is Carrousel Antiques &
Collectibles, owned by Marilyn Brookshear. Carrousel Antiques also has
many different kinds of merchandise, including wonderful antique and col-
lectors’ marbles, not usually seen.
Also downtown are The Dragonfly, Eclectiques and Bella Jane’s. The
Dragonfly at 118 Walnut Street is owned by Cherry Hoback and has both
antique and modern merchandise, including many decorative items.
Eclectiques, located at 129 E. 2nd Street, is owned by Janine Lemons.
This is a boutique which also usually has some antiques and carries a variety
of finds.
Bella Jane’s, located at 136 Walnut, is owned by Audra Hoback. Bella
Jane’s offers fashionable clothing and accessories for women and children

Antique Dealers D&B Antiques, What’s In Store, and The Memory Box offer up a
selection of unusual and unique items for the antique treasure hunter.
Another place to check out is Our House, on North Hwy. 208, just
of Colorado City a little north of Dairy Queen on the right. It is owned by Elroy Boedecker
and has an amazing variety of whatever you might imagine. Most of these
invite you to stores are closed on Mondays.

browse their shops.

What’s In Store
Sparks Trading Post
(formerly Emporium)

Carrousel Antiques
Our House Antiques
Good Ole Days
Antique Mall
D & B Antiques
The Memory Box
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Colorado City Opera House

110 Year Old Playhouse

Newly Renovated
Performances throughout the year

Proud Past - Promising Future

Visit the City of Colorado City website
for a list of upcoming events at the Opera House.
www.coloradocitytexas.org
Soon you will be able to access our website at www.ccityoperahouse.com
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Guitars, jazz and more at Opera House

The lights go down, the music comes up and the historic
old Opera House is once again in business.
The original building was constructed in 1899-1900 and
featured staged light opera, vaudeville acts and after 1911,
silent movies.
Although it was sold and converted to a boarding house
in 1925 as the Great Depression of the 20’s and 30’s took its
toll on the country, Colorado City’s residents restored it to
its original purpose during the mid-20th century.
The West Texas Chamber of Commerce presented the
1985-86 Cultural Achievement Award for Outstanding
Contribution to the Colorado City Playhouse, along with
the Casa Manana Theater in Fort Worth.
Community leaders, business men, teachers and students

joined forces in 2008 to restore the Opera House as close to its historical
appearance as possible.
With refurbished walls, a drop ceiling and better insulation, along with
decorations that stay true to the historical period, the Opera House is once
again a place for performances ranging from drama to music, including
concerts by Jay Boy Adams and Bill Worrell, the Tarleton State University
Jazz band and the West Texas Steel Guitar Association.

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Railhead Trade Days: Taste of the frontier

You can shop til you drop during the Rail-
head Trade Days in Colorado City, if bargain
hunting is your passion.
The event is held in March, July and No-
vember and brings in vendors—and shop-
pers—from throughout West Texas.
All activities take place in and around the
Railhead Building on Saturday and Sunday.
Originally a car dealership showroom with

glass walls, the Railhead Building symbolized
the heart of commerce in downtown C-City.
Located at First and Elm Streets, Railhead
Trade Days is an arts and craft fair sponsored
by the Colorado City Area Chamber of Com-
merce.
Attendees are also encouraged to
visit other businesses in the commu-
nity, including those merchants locat-
ed in the downtown area. Many local
merchants downtown stay open ad-
ditional hours during the event in an
effort to give visitors even more shop-
ping choices.
Persons interested in renting
booths for the Railhead Trade Days
can contact the Chamber at 728-
3403.

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Cowboy up...
at the Ranch Rodeo
Rodeos are as much a part of West Texas as cotton and oil fields.
Local and area cowboys gather each spring in Colorado City for the annual
Ranch Rodeo and a chance to demonstrate the riding and roping skills that
are as much a part of their daily lives as breathing.
Sponsored by the
Chamber of Com-
merce, the Ranch
Rodeo features
ranch bronc riding,
penning, doctor-
ing, and branding
events along with
the Calf Scramble
for the youngsters.
It’s a rip roaring
good time with
grilled hamburg-
ers served up hot
at the concession
stand.

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Boer Goat Cook Off Best of Show, Friendliest and Classiest

If you’ve ever wanted to be a world
champion, then Colorado City is the
place to be in October when the Colo-
rado City Volunteer Fire Department
hosts the World Championship Boer
Goat Cook-Off.
The World Championship Boer Goat
Cook-off features 50 teams (groups of
Camp.
Individuals or businesses that would
like to enter the cook-off should contact
the CCVFD at 728-5252 for details.
cooks) in a competition to produce the
best tasting goat -- and win big money.
Each team can have no more than
three cooks. Entry forms can be ob-
tained at the Colorado City Fire Sta-
tion, or via the Internet at www.wcbgc.
sky.prohosting.com.
Boer goat isn’t the only delicacy on
the menu during the weekend. A sepa-
rate division is held for beans, pork ribs,
brisket and dessert.
The Colorado City Volunteer Fire De-
partment also recognizes several camps
during the two-day cook-off, including

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Up, up in the sky....
It started as a commemoration of
Colorado City’s new airport in 1946. It
quickly grew into an annual celebration
of aeronautics and flying enthusiasts.
The J. O. Dockrey July 4th Fly-in
draws old and young alike from all parts
of the country, including Anchorage,
Alaska. Named after J. O. Dockrey, the
driving force behind the event since its
beginning, the fly-in features a variety
of planes from the unusual Gromman
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Famed author and pilot Nancy Masters is
always in attendance to hand out awards.
The acrobatics of Dave Watts and his
fellow parachutists from Odessa con-
tinue to thrill crowds.
An old-fashioned “chuck wagon”
breakfast starts the day off right for pi-
lots and town folks alike. The event is
held on the morning of July 4th, and
everyone is encouraged to attend.
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Hot wheels galore at car show
If cars cause your heart to race like
a supercharged hot rod, then Mitchell
County will seem like paradise to you
the second week of June during the CC
Riders Sonic Cruise and Car Show.
The CC Riders annual car show fea-
tures approximately 100 classic, antique
and novelty cars from throughout the
southeastern United States converge on
the city for the two-day event.
The show, which is used to raise funds
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Colorado City Record 2010 Visitor’s & Newcomer’s Guide - 21
for college scholarships for Mitchell
County seniors, is one of the largest in
West Texas.
The CC Riders, a group of local car
enthusiasts, hold the car show in and
around the Railhead Building in down-
town Colorado City. The event also
includes a “Sonic Cruise” in which the
automobile owners parade their cars in a
leisurely fashion up and down the main
drag in town.
Bring your favorite hot 1949), Race Car, Motorcycle, Restoration in
rod, indulge in some sum- Progress, Pick-up (pre 1960); Original (pre
mer cruising, participate in 1980), Classic Car (1955-1979), Late Model
the Hi/Low Poker Run or (post 1980), Pick-up (post 1960), Antique
compete for the title of King (pre 1955) and 4x4.
and Queen of the Road. Glass trophies and prizes are awarded for
The car show gets un- the Best of Show, Best of the Rest and best in
derway on Saturday with each class .
24 different divisions, in- From movie cars to works in progress, it’s
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Getting down ‘n’ dirty

The one time your mother won’t fuss at you for playing in the mud is during the 4-H annual Mud Bog held every
Mother’s Day at the arena grounds in Colorado City.
The 4-H fundraiser has divisions for street class, modified and open class, to see who can get across the deep pit of
mud the fastest....sometimes it’s a question
of seeing who can get across at all.
For the youngsters, the Dash for Cash
is the highlight of the afternoon, as the
young-at-heart wade through the pit for a
cash prize.
There are no losers in this event as even
the ones who get ‘bogged’ down come
away with smiles.

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World class
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own backyard
Lake C-City: The jewel of West Texas
Containing more than
five miles of shoreline, the 500-acre Colo-
rado City State Park has plenty of room for fishing,
swimming and camping. Admission to the park is $4 for
persons 13-64. Seniors 65 or older enter for $2. Children
12 and under have free admission.
The park’s features include a 75-person capacity recre-
ation hall available for rent at $100 per day. The hall has an
industrial-type refrigerator, stove, grill and air conditioner.
The park also has an open-air pavilion near the ramp,
which is available for reservation at $35 per day.
A new addition to the park, 11 cabins are available for rent.
The cost of a cabin is $50 per night, plus tax. Hook-ups and
campsites for RVs and travel trailers are available. Sites with
both electricity and water cost $15-$20 per day, while sites
with water only cost $12 per day.
The park has 78 campsites with water and electricity, 34
campsites with water only, 62 picnic sites, four restrooms with
showers, one restroom without showers in the day-use area,
two trailer dump stations, one lighted fishing barge, a swim-
ming area and four-lane boat ramp.
The park also features a one-mile hiking trail. Rentals
are available at the park to add to visitors’ fun, including
hydrobikes, kayaks and pedal boats.
Lake Colorado City State Park is located 11 miles
southwest of Colorado City on County Road 2836.
For more information, contact the state park at
(325) 728-3931.
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Medical service all day, every day

Colorado City is fortunate to have state of the art medical services to increase operations to six days.
able to meet a wide range of needs for the newcomer or visitor. The clinic’s smaller, personal setting and the attentive care the
Mitchell County Hospital District, a state-of-the-art facility built patients receive help dialysis patients get their quality of life back,
in 2004, is comprised of several entities and employs over 170 according to Davis Lewis, clinical manager. Having a local dialysis
employees. center also means a reduction in driving time, as well as providing a
Mitchell County Hospital - 997 West I-20 in Colorado City place for vacationing patients to get quality care.
is a hospital with 25 beds. The full service hospital has a 24- Colorado City also boasts a full-time family dentist, Shane White,
hour Emergency Room, certified Physical Therapy Department, whose clinic at 446 Walnut, offers general dentistry, extractions,
Respiratory Therapy Department, Radiology Department, Cardiac root canals, a full time hygienist and sees children from six months
Rehab, Swing Bed program and Operating Suites.
Family Medical Associates - The physician clinic associated
with the hospital district is attached to the hospital which makes
everything more convenient for patients. Family practice physicians
- Dee A. Roach, M.D. and Dan Scott, M.D.; a general surgeon
- Lufkin Moses, D.O.; and physician assistants - Lorrin Scott, Jr.,
P.A.-C. and Bill Everett, P.A.-C. all provide excellent care for patients
by appointment. Appointments may be made by calling the clinic
at (325) 728-2693
Other services include a 24-hour county ambulance service, as well
as air ambulance service, specialty clinic for out-of-town specialists
to travel to Colorado City for patient care and Wallace and Ware
Units Medical Clinics to service the prison population.
AccessCare Dialysis Center in Colorado City opened it doors in
January and services three shifts of dialysis patients from 5:15 a.m.
until 7 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday each week, with plans

Martha Frick and Debbie

Leach welcome all
newcomers and
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and up. For appointments call 325-728-3151.

McAndrews Eye Clinic, located at 2145 Hickory, 325-728-2604,
provides a full service optometrist and eye care for the whole family
with the ability
to get an exam,
choose frames
and order
contacts, all
under one roof.

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FORT WOOD COMPLEX

Leada Wood is a water media artist who dreamed of
having a place in Colorado City where artists could get
together and exchange ideas and have a place to showcase
their art. Studio Twenty was conceived to stimulate the
creative process for both artists and art patrons, offering a

Cooper Saddlery friendly, warm, inviting atmosphere to gather, learn about

and share in an appreciation of art in all forms.

Both an artistic center and gallery, Studio Twenty is a

In leather business for 36 years offering quality
goods made from best American made leather
available. No job too big or too small.
Visit us at:
Fort Wood’s Complex
877 East Interstate 20
Colorado City, TX 79512
Hours:
8:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Monday through Saturday
728-2515
blend of studio and gallery showcasing unique art works
by emerging and established Texas artists and craftsmen.
The Gallery allows its patrons to experience the creation of
artwork as well as understand the origin and story behind
each piece, and view original art not typically seen in
traditional galleries.
The Gallery has an unbelievable collection of top quality,
unique art that is affordable, functional, useable, wearable
and original.
887 East Interstate 20, next to Wood’s Boots and Western
Wear. Open:Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday,
10:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Buckhorn Boot & Shoe Repair

875 East I-20 in Fort Wood Complex
We can make your old boots and shoes
look and feel like new again!
We can repair dress and work boots, along
with shoes (including tennis shoes).
In stock, many dowels for women’s high heels.
We do heels, soles, polish & shine, patchwork
and zippers on purses and bags.
Nearly any type of repair!
Phone 242-4106
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Chamber sponsors dinner for hunters

pursue more exotic game at
the Champion Ranch.
To honor hunters and their
contributions, the Colorado City
Chamber of Commerce holds an
annual Hunter’s Appreciation
Dinner.
The catered barbeque dinner
with all the
trimmings is
held in the his-
toric Railhead
Building down-
town. The
Mitchell County is home to abundant wild- event draws
life. Coyotes, deer, horned toads, quail, turkey large crowds
and dove, as well as elusive badgers, foxes and and gives away
the occasional cougar all call it home. thousands of
Deer leases and private and group hunting dollars in door
parties are a long-standing tradition in Mitchell prizes and gun raffles.
County, as well as being a integral part of the Attendees enjoy swapping hunting stories
economy. and the best places to bag the biggest buck
In addition to local wildlife, hunters can worthy of mounting.

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Run for the Wall: Real Heroes,

Honoring those who serve
When it comes to honoring those
Real History
ed by middle school students. An
annual gathering of service veter-
ans each May is sponsored by the
middle school’s “Real History,
Real Heroes” program.
The Run for the Wall ceremony
and lunch features U.S. service
veterans and supporters who are
traveling across the United States
on motorcycles in an effort to raise

who have served their country in

the Armed Forces, residents of awareness for veteran issues, as well as MIA/
Mitchell County do it with style POW soldiers, and involves both parents and
and class. students in a community-wide event to remem-
The county honors its veterans in ber those fallen, but not forgotten.
a big way with a veteran’s memo- For more information about the memorial or
rial in front of the Mitchell County the Run for the Wall activities, contact Mark
Hospital, designed and implement- Merrell or Gayle Younger at (325) 728-2673.

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Winter wonderland --
Festival of Trees
White Christmases for Mitchell County tional decorating techniques used on
may be few and far between, but the Christ- Christmas trees by local businesses
mas spirit still permeates the landscape and organizations, is held in the
each December with the Festival of Trees, Railhead Building. It attracts many
spon- adults and youths, not just to see the
sored beautifully decorated trees, but to try
by the a sample of homemade pies at the Pie
Cha m- Contest.
ber of The Festival of Trees begins
Com- with a colorful and exciting parade
merce. through the downtown portion of
T he Colorado City. More than 20 local
Festival businesses along with the Colorado
of Trees, High School student body partici-
which pate in the parade each year. A visit
show- by Santa in a classy convertible, in-
cases the stead of the traditional reindeer, can
u n ique be expected.
a n d For more information, contact the
tradi- chamber office at (325) 728-3403.

Welcome to
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Poppy mallow makes comeback
Mitchell County nurtures
an endangered species
Colorado City is affectionately
known as the “Poppy Mallow
Capital of the World”.
The poppy mallow (callirhoe
scabriuscula robles) flower was
listed as a State Endangered Spe-
cies in 1983, being identified in
only three counties in Texas:
Coke, Mitchell and
Runnels. There are
approximately 200
identified plants in
the county.
While applying
for a grant with
the TPWD sev-
eral years ago, the
county agreed to
establish a five-acre
tract of land that is
protected for the poppy mallow
and to preserve and study the
plant. The county, along with
Angelo State University, protect,
preserve and continue to study
the flowers’ characteristics.
Today, the poppy mallow is
thriving at its designated loca-
tion at the Sports
Complex along
Interstate 20 in
Colorado City.
Researchers and
scientists have full
access to this liv-
ing laboratory,
and their efforts
to save the poppy
mallow flower are
improving.

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What makes CISD great?

Contributed by CHS Staff
From a school lens, the answer to that
question is quite simple- her citizens! As a
high school administrator for the last nine
years, I have had the opportunity to work
with Colorado City’s parents, students, and
community members in so many ways.
Our teachers really know and care about our
students. Our students and parents really
know our teachers and support them. Our
community’s business people and volunteers
step up and help out whenever there is even
an hint of a need! This cohesive and col-
laborative approach to education has helped
our campus earn the status of “recognized”
from the Texas Education Agency.
This is not a label that belongs just to
Colorado High School, but to all of our citi-
zens! In a town like this, it truly takes all of
us to make our schools the best that they can
be!
Support for our school from the citizens
of Colorado City does not stop with aca-
demics. Our community rallies behind our
sports teams, which made the state playoffs
in football, volleyball, basketball, and track
last school year. They know that community
excitement that is generated behind winning
programs creates winning schools and a
winning atmosphere in general.
Our fine arts programs are second
to no one! The Colorado High School
Band advanced to the Texas State
Marching Band Contest this fall and in-
tends on making that a tradition! Our
theatre department took top honors at
their competition in March, and our art
programs are supported by the fantastic
folks in the West Texas Art Guild.
Colorado City’s citizens also come
out to support our young men and wom-
en who participate in the annual Mitchell
County Livestock Show. Tens of thousands
of dollars are donated to that association by
the citizens of Colorado City. Finally, the
graduates from Colorado City (and sur-
rounding communities) are recognized by
local clubs and organizations, churches, and
individuals.
These folks come together and make sure
that our graduates have a chance for success
beyond high school by generously donating
thousands of dollars in local scholarships.
The time, energy, effort, love, and care given
to our schools by Colorado City citizens
makes it truly a great place in which to live!

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325-728-2626
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OPEN 7 A.M. - 10 P.M.
1815 Hickory 728-5200 Colorado City
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Westbrook ISD
Good things come in small packages
Contributed by WHS Staff
Westbrook ISD, home of the Westbrook
Wildcats, is located approximately 9 miles
west of Colorado City on Interstate 20. The
campus of Westbrook ISD is located at 102
E. Bertner.
The District 1-A school has an average en-
rollment of 225 students in Pre-K through
12th grades, featuring a student/ teacher ra-
tio of 12 to 1.
Westbrook High School is one of those
few places left in the world where a student
is a person and not a number. It is quality
education with the personal touch, where ev-
eryone knows your name.
To supplement the basic core curriculum,
Westbrook ISD offers elective courses to sec-
ondary students that enhance their educa-
tion. Junior and senior level students may
also elect to take classes through the Dis-
tance Learning Lab for dual credit through
Western Texas College.
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Students are encouraged to participate in completely through fundraising and work-
academic, organizational, and athletic ex- ing before their senior year even begins.
tracurricular activities. Opportunities for Each year, Westbrook graduating seniors
students to diversify their interests are many are awarded numerous scholarships. In fact,
at Westbrook ISD. A relatively small enroll- for over ten years now, every graduate of
ment means that all students interested in WISD has left with not only a diploma, but
participating in extracurricular activities, also scholarship money in hand. Westbrook
have a chance to do so. graduates are prepared financially, as well as
Teachers and other faculty at Westbrook academically, to further their education and
encourage students to branch out and explore future endeavors.
new fields. Whether its theater arts,
athletics, or ag science that interests
your student, they will feel at home
at WISD.
Some of the highlights of the
year for Westbrook ISD students
and families are Pigskin Preview,
the Fall Festival, local stock show,
variety show, and the senior trip.
The last seven years, seniors have
enjoyed a trip to Disney World
in Florida, which they’ve paid for
Wolf
Creek
Golf
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Fun for the entire family!
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Loraine ISD: Students come first

Contributed by LHS Staff
Loraine ISD is located 10 minutes East of Colorado City, 25 min-
utes West of Sweetwater, and 25 minutes South of Snyder. We are
right in the middle of three good communities. Our campus serves
our local population and transfers from Colorado City, Roscoe,
Sweetwater, Snyder, and High-
land. Our students are offered
a variety of core curriculum
classes, as-well-as dual credit
through W.T.C. at the district’s
expense. The student only need
make the grades to continue
with the college instruction.
All of our students 6 - 12 can
participate in a variety of extra-
curricular activities including
U.I.L. sports, Cheerleading,
F.F.A., student council, N.H.S.,
N.J.H.S., Journalism, and yearbook.
Loraine has a proud tradition and is continuing to build a new tradition. Our F.F.A. pro-
gram is expecting bright new things with the hiring of Duff y Galloway and hope to return
to a strong showing and competing program. The sports programs hope to return to the
playoffs and continue to build on new talent coming into our district. Loraine ISD is a tre-
mendous district with a lot to offer students and families. We would hope anyone interested
will give the district a look, and feel free to stop in and visit with us anytime.

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340 East 3rd Street Heart of West

(325) 728-8285
Texas Museum
Hours: Tuesday-Friday 10-12 & 1-5
Special tours available by appointment

museum@cityofcoloradocity.org
www.coloradocitytexas.com

Activities:
Summer Archaeology Camps
(July & August)
Exhibits of Interest: Trick or Treat Around Town
Prehistoric Mammoth House of History
Prehistoric Bison (Bison antiquus)
Chief Lone Wolf
Evening Events and Benefits
Interactive Caboose School Tours and Programs
Heritage House
Opera House
Surrey
Blacksmith Shop
Cowboys & Branding Wall
Ranching Heritage
Dental Office
Printing Shop
War Effects
1870 Military Hearse
Local Historial Research
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The Heart of West Texas Museum:

more than just exhibits
The Heart of West Texas Museum, located a.m. till 2 p.m. There is no charge for ad-
at the corner of 3rd and Locust Sts. in Colo- mittance, although donations are accept-
rado City, captures both the pre-history and ed to help fund future projects. Please call
the history of our part of Texas. The building (325) 728-8285 for more information.
itself was the home of one of Colorado City’s
earliest physicians, Dr. P.C. Coleman, who
arrived here with his family in 1882.
Exhibits pay tribute to Kiowa Chief Lone
Wolf, prehistoric mammoth and bison,
western heritage exhibits like the T&P ca-
boose, and prominent figures in our com-
munity’s history: such as Sheriff Dick Ware,
who killed the outlaw Sam Bass; “80 John”
Wallace, the first black rancher in Texas;
and Colonel Isaac Ellwood, the inventor of
barbed wire.
If that were all the Heart of West Texas
Museum had to offer, it would be a lot, but
there is much more. You are invited to come
in for a tour, or to wander around at your
own pace and get a glimpse of our heritage.
The museum is open Tuesday through Fri-
day, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays from 10

Welcome Newcomers and Visitors

to Colorado City and Mitchell County.
We invite you to visit and let us show
you what West Texas hospitality is all
about. Better still, make your home
with us and become a part of the good
life in a caring community. We are a
county filled with forward thinking,
energetic people who have a vision
for our future.
about 4000. We have excellent
schools, a state park, lakes, rivers, city
parks, library, modern hospital, motels,
a nine-hole golf course, airport, sports
complex, year round hunting and fish-
ing, boutiques, and antique shopping.
Come and enjoy the
West Texas experience with us.

Colorado City is the county seat of Colorado City

Mitchell County with a population of Area Chamber of Commerce
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Heritage House

A legacy that endures to the present

In its 128 year history, Colo-
rado City has been shaped by
many great men and women.
Few, however, were as famous,
well-connected and wealthy as
the builder of the Heritage
House, Colonel Jeremiah P.
Hodgson. His home at 425
Chestnut St. is a testament to
those who came to West Tex-
as, not just on their way somewhere else,
but to leave something valuable behind.
Son-in-law of General Tom Green,
for whom Tom Green County is named,
Hodgson was well-known in his own
right, both as successful rancher and
clerk at the Federal Court in El Paso.
He was known as a Virginia gentleman
and much of the house he built reflects
the architectural style of that area, with
its wrap around porch, separate kitchen,
front parlor, family sitting room, fire-
places, and breezeways.
Heritage House was the first brick
house built in Colorado City, but even
the bricks have a story to tell. They are
made from clay found in the bed and
along the banks of the Colorado River.
Although the house has been home
to many respected citizens in its cen-
tury and a quarter existence, including
Winfield Scott, millionaire rancher;
W.T. Scott (no relation), promoter
of the T&P Railroad; and Dr. Oscar
Majors, local physician; the Heritage
House owes its preservation to the
late Marian Bassham of the Spade
Ranch, who bought it for the purpose
of restoration. It became a Texas His-
toric Landmark in 1966 and was add-
ed to the National Register in 1979
through the efforts of the late J. Lee
Jones Jr., who wrote and edited Lore
and Legend, a compilation of Mitch-
ell County’s history. Mrs. Bassham
presented the house as a gift to Colo-
rado City in 1987.
The house, with its beautiful pe-
riod furnishings, can be viewed by
appointment by calling the Heart of
West Texas Museum at (325) 728-
8285, and can be leased for special
events including garden weddings for
a reasonable fee.

Mitchell County Hospital District

Here to serve your Healthcare Needs

Mitchell County Hospital, located at 997 West I-20 in Colorado City,

is ready to take care of all your health care needs.
Mitchell County Hospital 728-3431
Family Medical Associates 728-2693
Valley Fair Lodge 728-2634
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Heart and soul: places to worship

Colorado City Loraine
All Saints Episcopal Church, 304 Locust, 325-728-2243 Canaan Baptist Church, 202 Irvin, 325-737-2799
Calvary Baptist Church, 1025 E. 15th, 325- 728-2262 Crocket-Smiley Streets Church of Christ
Christian Temple Church, 1901 Hickory, 325-728-5944 First Baptist, 104 S. Market Ave., 325-737-2206
Church of Christ, 2239 Austin, 325-728-3181 First United Methodist, 400 S. Main Street, 325-737-2903
Church of Christ, Dallas and College Ave. Lightfoot Church of Christ
Dorn United Methodist Chapel, FM 2836, just off I-20 St. Joseph Catholic Church, 104 S. Hinson, 325-737-1022
First Assembly of God, 830 E. 17th, 325-728-2187 Westbrook
First Baptist Church, 3rd & Chestnut, 325-728-3442 First Baptist, 207 N. McKinney, 325-644-3321
Methodist Church, 302 Hughes Street
First Christian Church, 4th & Elm, 325-728-2787
Westbrook Church of Christ, 109 N. Main Street, 325-644-5356
First Presbyterian Church, 5th & Chestnut, 325-728-5235
First United Methodist Church, 333 Chestnut, 325-728-5296
House of Hope Community Church, 200 W. 17th, 325-728-5900
Iglesia Emmanuel, 4th & Pine
Jesus Name United Pentecostal Church, 529 S. Hwy 163, 325-728-2900
Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witnesses, 528 Austin, 325-728-8088
Mt. Zion Baptist Church, 1404 College Ave, 325-728-3006
New Life Bible Ministries, 17th & Hickory, 325-728-2119
Oak Street Baptist Church, 805 Oak, 325- 728-2062
Plainview Church of Christ, 2209 S. Hwy 163, 325- 674-2840
Primera Iglesia Bautista Calvario, 1635 Walnut Street, 325-728-2855
St. Ann’s Catholic Church, 2005 Walnut, 325- 728-3452

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When flying kites or model airplanes, stay away from power lines. If your toy becomes caught in power lines,
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Mitchell County
Event Calendar
Poppy Mallow capital of the world
July 17-18.....................Railhead Trade Days Jan. 22, 2011.......Chamber of Commerce Banquet
Sept. 25.............................Cowboy Breakfast March 20-21, 2011................Railhead Trade Days
Sept. 25.................Mitchell County Reunion April 16, 2011........................Ranch Rodeo/Dance
Sept. 25-26.....................Junktique Jamboree May 7, 2011.....................................4-H Mud Bog
Homecoming Weekend .................................. June 10-11, 2011....................CC Riders Car Show
...............................Parade and Kiwanis BBQ June 25, 2011........Rotary Night Golf Tournament
Oct. ......World Championship Boer Goat Cook-Off July 4 ......Fireworks and Fun at Ruddick Park
Oct. 31 ...............Trick or Treat Around Town July 4..........JO. Dockrey Fly-In and Breakfast
Nov. 5......................Hunter Appreciation Dinner For more information contact:
Nov. 20-21....................Railhead Trade Days Colorado City Area Chamber of Commerce at
Dec. 4-5 .. Festival of Trees/Parade/Chili Supper (325) 728-3403 or visit the website
Jan . 13, 14, 15, 2011....Mitchell Co. Stock Show www.coloradocitychamberofcommerce.com

Welcome
Newcomers
& Visitors!
Something to fit
and size appetite...
and budget!

150 E. Interstate 20 728-8828

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more than “parking”
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Serving Mitchell County Since 1905 www.coloradorecord.com
Thursday, June 28, 2007 ‘Proud History, Promising Future’ Colorado City, Loraine & Westbrook

in 1905, the Record is pub- Independence Day celebrations on tap for C-City
C-City Chamber’s annual fireworks display
to light up Mitchell County sky on July 3
lished each Thursday morn- By Tommy Wells
Colorado City Record
Wondering where you can
get your fill of pops, bangs,
ooohs and aaahs this Indepen-
dence Day? Well, the answer is
ing.
closer than you might think.
Fireworks and fun will be on
City Area Chamber of Com-
merce stages its annual “Fun
Fest In The Park” gala. The
event is scheduled to begin at
1 p.m., with the fireworks dis-
play set to start at dark.
Residents may want to check
out PJ’s big fireworks show
July 4 Fly-In puts spotlight
The RV park has many spaces ready to rent with full hook-ups
on C-City municipal airport
nearly any part of the lake.
FunFest activities will begin
for area youths at 1 p.m. when
the city pool is opened for free
swimming. The pool will be
open from noon until 6 p.m.
By Tommy Wells
Colorado City Record
Planes of all shapes and sizes
will be filling the skies on July
4 for the 45th annual gather-
ing of aircraft and aeronautic
throughout West Texas and the
southwestern U.S. last year.
The Fly-In will begin early
July 4 when pilots and local
enthusiasts gather for a Fly-In
breakfast. The breakfast, which
including water, sewer, electricity, cable and wireless internet.
Other activities will be held enthusiasts at the Colorado is served by employees of The
throughout the day, includ-

Several back-in spaces are available, as well as a mini-laundry

City Municipal Airport. City National Bank from 7
tap for residents of Mitchell Sunday at Lake Colorado City. ing a wading pool, a dunkin’ West Texas’ oldest aircraft a.m. to 10 a.m., will consist of
County this Tuesday at Rud- The show is held at Coopers booth, a tug o’ war showdown show, the event drew ap- bacon, eggs, Texas toast, can-
dick Park when the Colorado Cover, but can be seen from See FIREWORKS, Page 3 proximately 90 entrants from See FLY-IN, Page 3

Annual Ranch
Carrier delivery is avail- Rodeo slated
for Saturday for RV guests, as well as being open to the public. Pull-thru spaces
able within the city limits of
By Tommy Wells
Colorado City Record
Some of the best ranch hands in Texas will be

will be available soon, along with a propane dispensary.

converging on Colorado City this weekend to
compete in the Colorado City Area Chamber
of Commerce’s Ranch Rodeo. The event will
be held this Saturday, June 30, at the Mitchell

Colorado City. Delivery to

County Rodeo Grounds.
As of Tuesday 12 teams teams from through-
out the state were
signed up to com-

Speak Easy is located at 748 Concho, one mile south of 2nd

pete in the event.
Among the partici-
pants this year will

the remainder of the county

be a group of ranch
Colorado City hands from Segiun
Ranch Rodeo and Dublin. Also
Saturday, June 30 slated to compete
are teams from Clyde, Big Spring, San Angelo

Street on Highway 163 in Colorado City.

and two local groups from the Twin Mountain
Ranch and the C&S Ranch.

is by mail.
“It’s going to be good and very exciting,” said
Brodie Harris. “We want to encourage every-
one to come out and watch our local boys as RAEGAN COSTABILE (ABOVE LEFT) AND RANKIN BULLARD (below) were among
they compete for the Ranch Rodeo title.” several Colorado City Wolf Pack summer track athletes to earn spots in the TAAF Region
At the rodeo, cowboys will compete in sever- X Meet Saturday in San Angelo. In all, the team earned more than 25 spots for the July
al events to gauge their skill on horseback, with 7 meet.
ropes and other ranch-related items. Among

All in-county subscrip- Wolf Pack takes aim

the events the teams will compete in are Team

Newcomers guide to
at Region X track meet
be released next week
Tommy Wells
See RODEO, Page 3

The park has its own restaurant, the Speak Easy No Bar and Grill
which serves up hot hamburgers, burritos, and skillet breakfasts
Tommy Wells get past Dan Gainey’s squad for a chance at qualify-

tions are $32 per year, out-

Colorado City Record
The Colorado City Record’s 2007 Visitors and Colorado City Record ing for the Texas Region X Track and Field Meet.
Newcomers guide is scheduled to be published next SAN ANGELO -- Hutchinson Elementary fifth Bullard and the Wolf Pack can consider the mis-
Thursday, July 5. The special edition highlights some grader Rankin Bullard wasn’t as concerned with the sion accomplished. The Colorado City summer
of the area’s top attractions heat Saturday at the San Angelo sports complex as track team turned in a stellar effort by nailing down
as well as offers tips to new- he was with making sure he and his Colorado City more than 25 berths in the upcoming regional meet,
comers to Mitchell County Wolf Pack teammates were able to turn up the heat which is slated for July 7 at the Angelo State Multi-
and Colorado City. on everyone else. Purpose Complex.

of-county rates are $38 per

In all, 6,500 of the spe- Turning up the heat -- as in making it harder for Individuals placing in the top three at the regional

with New Mexico-style green chiles. Everyone is welcome! The

cial 40-page section will be
printed. A copy of the pub-
lication will be included in
each edition of the Colora-
do City Record next Thurs-
day. The issue will also be
available at several local
the hundreds of other athletes from West Texas to meet will advance to the TAAF state meet in July.
City OKs Southwest Securities to seek funds for wastewater plant/police annex
The Colorado City City Council voted unanimously Under a proposal submitted by Southwest Securi- ceive approximately $8 million it applied for in USDA
Tuesday, June 26, to authorize Southwest Securities ties’ Brian Grubb, the city could get bonds through the Rural Development funding.
to seek funding for a $2.5 million project that would private market and secure funds for the project at ap- The city is currently in violation of TCEQ rules at its

year.
outlets as well as the chamber of commerce. make needed improvements to the municipal waste- proximately 5 percent annual interest, making the city wastewater facility. The city recently agreed to buy land
Any local business that would like to advertise water treatment facility and the construction of a new annual payment -- which would not begin until fiscal adjacent to the plant to expand its discharge area.

restaurant is open seven days a week, Monday through Friday

their goods or services to visitors and newcomers to fire and police station. The city could hear back on the year 2009 -- about $190,000 a year over 25 years. Part of the funds could go toward buying the Brown-
the county in the magazine-style publication should company’s efforts to secure bonds at its Aug. 14 meet- City officials said the $2.5 million could be repaid field Building or building a new structure to house the
contact the Record office by noon Friday, June 29. ing. early should the city, as expected, be approved to re- police and fire stations.

Around Town Obituaries Briefs Thought of the Week

For those high-tech cus- Happy birthday Michael Green (June SEE OBITS ON PAGE 2 BBQ Plates the Cricket Ballroom. Proximo Immunization records, as well The only preparation for
27)… Happy birthday Jason Vander- St. James Baptist Church will Sonido will provide the music. as Medicaid or CHIP cards
Gina Allen, Big Spring
should be brought to the clinic. tomorrow is the right

starting at 6 a.m. and Saturday and Sunday beginning at 8 a.m.

slice (June 27)… Happy belated be selling barbeque plates Sat., Proceeds will go toward Yolan-
birthday Sonny Martinez (June 20) Andrew Rivera, Colorado City June 30 beginning at 11 a.m. To da’s medical expenses. For more information, call 325- use of today.
& Delana Gutierrez (June 21)… Paul
David Northcutt, Colorado City place an order or to pre-order, 754-4945.
Guess keeping the kids in line... Man-
dy Strain cookin’ up some dessert. Chester Morris, Clyde
call 728-3760. Immunization Clinic Lake Levels
The Texas Department of Burrito Sale
The Country Girls, 8 and under (as of June 26, 2007)
Benefit Dance State Health Services will hold

tomers, online subscriptions

Answerline The family of Yolanda Garcia,
liver transplant patient, is host-
Q. How much did this year’s Chamber of Commerce fi rework show cost?
A.This year’s fi rework show cost the Chamber of Commerce $5,600. ing a benefit dance Sat., June
30 from 8 p.m. to midnight at
an immunization clinic Mon.,
July 9th from 10 a.m. to 12 noon
and 1:30 to 3 p.m. at the Wal-
lace Center, 149 S. Hwy. 208.
softball team, will have a brisket
burrito sale on Fri., June 22 at
First National Bank beginning
at 10:30 a.m.
Lake Colorado City...2066.35’
Full at 2070.3’ Down 3.95’
Lake Champion...2043.75
Full at 2083’ Down 39.25’

Owners Terry and Teresa Gibbs are excited about upcoming

cost $30 per year. Visit our
website: www.coloradorecord.com additions which include a club house and hunter and biker dry
To find out how to get your subscription started, call 728-3413 cabins.
or go by the office at 257 E. 2nd St. in downtown Colorado City. For more information, go to our website www.speakeasyrv.com
or call 325-728-8899.

SPEAKEASY RV & NO BAR & GRILL

WELCOMES VISITORS!
SPEAKEASY RV PARK
Daily - Weekly - Monthly Rates
Water, Sewer, Electricity, Cable
and Wireless Internet
Laundry On Site
Upcoming Additions:
Dry Cabins, Clubhouse,
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NO BAR & GRILL RESTAURANT

Open Mon.-Fri. 6 a.m. - Close
Saturday & Sunday 8 a.m. - close
Hamburgers - Burritos - Skillet Breakfasts
Call in orders welcome - 325-728-8899
Located 1 mile south of 2nd Street
on Hwy. 163 (Concho St.)
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Wolf Creek Golf Course

~ Fun and Challenging ~
Mesquite and elm trees shade the Wolf Creek Golf Course, a nine-
hole semi private golf course with a private swimming pool. Open year
round, Wolf Creek provides golf enthusiasts with the opportunity to
improve their skills.
Green fees start at $8 weekdays and $10 weekends for 9 holes; and
$10 weekdays and $16 weekends for 18 holes. Cart rentals are $16 for
18 holes.
Summer memberships are available for June, July and August. Yearly
membership dues per family are $65 per month and single memberships
are $55 per month. There is an initiation fee of $100 to join the club.
Membership includes unlimited golf and pool access for the summer
months. Hours are 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., closed on Tuesdays.
Join us every Thursday during the summer for our popular ABCD
Scrambles! Have your name on the list by 5 p.m. Action gets underway
at 6 p.m. Call 728-5514 for details.
Wolf Creek hosts yearly tournaments including the Annual Men’s
Tournament on Father’s Day weekend, the Rotary Night Golf Tourney
and the Three Person Scramble held the first weekend in August.
The golf course and club house are also available for special events
through community groups or organizations.

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Welcome Perkin’s’
Newcomers Apothecary

“Your Prescription and Fine Gift Center”

Home Decor
Jewelry
Bridal & Baby Selections
Hallmark & Dear Cards
Bill Payment Service
Rick and Patty Perkin cordially invite you to stop in for a friendly visit.
Se Habla Espanol

Perkin’s’ Apothecary & Mercantile

501 Walnut Colorado City 728-3484

City Discount Drug

Inside Fuller Foods - Drive Through Window
728-8030 Jerry Munoz, Pharmacist We accept most 3rd Party Plans
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Moving to Mitchell County?
Here are a few helpful tips that could make
WATER – City Hall
City Hall located at 180 West 3rd Street in downtown Colo-
rado City is the place to go to have your water service started.
The City of Colorado City requires a $50 connection fee (not
a deposit) before water is turned on. To establish a new account,
each applicant must show his or her photo ID and sign the con-
nect order. All accounts opened before 3:00 p.m. will have water
service started that day.
The minimum rate for residential service per month is $16.75
which is the cost of the first 2000 gallons. The minimum rates for
sewer service and garbage collection are $18 and $20.95 respec-
tively. Total minimum billing for one month with tax is $57.43.
Statements are mailed on the last day of the month with pay-
ments due by the 10th of each month. If payments are not paid
by the 20th of each month, a $5 late fee will be charged. All bills
not paid by the 30th of each month will be subject to disconnec-
tion of water.
For further information, call the Water Department at 728-
3463.
To apply for natural gas service with Atmos Energy, new cus-
LAKE CHAMPION -- Favorite fishing stop tomers should call 1-888-286-6700. Applications for natural gas
Texas Electric Service Company, builder of Lake Colorado
service can also be made through the Atmos Energy web site at
City and donor of Lake Colorado City State Park, also owns Lake
www.atmosenergy.com.
Champion on South Highway 208.
Fisher Park on Lake Champion is owned by the City of Colo-
rado City. Fishing is open seven days a week from dawn until
dusk. There is a $20 deposit fee for a key to gain entry into Fisher
Park. You may get a key to Lake Champion at City Hall, 180
West 3rd Street. The gate is locked at all times. You may return
your key and your $20.00 will be refunded.
Fisher Park has no electricity, camping sites, trash cans, or rest-
rooms. Be prepared. There is no boat ramp. A two-person boat
may be launched from the shore, but do it at your own risk.
No jet skis or skiing is allowed on Lake Champion by the au-
thority of Texas Electric Service Company.
Mitchell County Utility Co., located at 5345 Lake County Rd.
256 on Lake Colorado City, provides water and natural gas to the
lake area. The utility company also offers water to Lake Cham-
pion and also provides gas service to the Westbrook area. To learn
more, call 325-728-5092.
GAS SERVICE
Important Numbers
in Mitchell County
Information and Emergency Phone Numbers
Texas Parks & Wildlife Department .......................728-3931
Texas Department of Public Safety .........................728-5214
Colorado City Area Chamber of Commerce ..........728-3403
Colorado City Civic Center....................................728-3403
Community Development Dept. ...........................728-2072
Colorado City Municipal Airport ...........................728-8114
Colorado City Police Department ..........................728-5294
Colorado City City Hall.........................................728-5331
Colorado City Record ............................................728-3413
Colorado City Swimming Pool...............................728-8151
Colorado City Volunteer Fire Depart. (emergency) 728-3131
(non-emergency) ..728-5252
Colorado City Water Department ..........................728-3463
Mitchell County Hospital ......................................728-3431
Family Medical Clinic ............................................728-2693
Mitchell County Ambulance Service ......................728-3483
Mitchell County Courthouse .................................728-2457
Mitchell County Sheriff’s Department....................728-5261
Mitchell County Public Library..............................728-3968
Mitchell County Utility .........................................728-5092
Mitchell County Veterans Service ...........................728-5701
KVMC/KAUM Radio ...........................................728-5224
Heart of West Texas Museum .................................728-8285
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life a bit easier for newcomers to the county

ELECTRIC – Cap Rock Energy Corporation Colorado City, Loraine, Westbrook…
Taking care of customers is not only where Cap Rock’s Three school districts in Mitchell County
business is focused, it is our business and our only business. Three school districts in Mitchell County provide
Cap Rock has always had an excellent reputation for cus- an education for pre-school through 12th grade stu-
tomer service and every Cap Rock employee stands ready dents.
to do his or her part to make sure customers in rural areas To enroll in any of the school districts, students
receive the same high quality of electric service as customers need a birth certificate, social security card and immu-
who live in more densely-populated areas. nization record.
For new service, Cap Rock requires either a deposit or a • Colorado Independent School District, in District
letter of credit from another electric company before service 5-AA, consists of four campuses: Kelley Elementary,
is installed. There is a low service connect fee per meter. Ev- pre-kindergarten through second grade; Hutchinson
ery effort will be made to connect a service the same day Elementary, third through fifth grade; Colorado Middle
when an account is established before noon. Statements may School, sixth through eighth grade; Colorado High
be paid locally at the Lone Wolf Division of Cap Rock En- School and Wallace Accelerated High School.
ergy, located at South Hwy. 208 and Business 20. For more Enrollment: 1040
information, call 728-5232 or 1-800-442-8688. • Loraine Independent School District, in District 4
Additional energy providers are TXU 1-800-236-5932 Division II, 800 S. Lightfoot.
and Reliant Energy 1-866-222-7100. Enrollment: 174
PHONE/INTERNET SERVICE • Westbrook Independent School District, in Dis-
AT&T is our local telephone/internet provider. For informa- trict 3 Division I, 102 E. Bertner.
tion about phone/internet service go to www.att.com. Enrollment: 225

Who’s Who in Mitchell County

Clubs and Organizations
Mitchell County AARP #1461 ...................................................... (325) 728-5990
American Cancer Society ............................................................ (325) 728-8445
Colorado City Garden Club ......................................................... (325) 728-8403
Rotary Club.....................................................Box 683, Colorado City, TX 79512
Mitchell Co. Historical Commission ............................................. (325) 728-3009
Historical Society ......................................................................... (325) 728-5502
Mitchell Co. Hospital Auxiliary ..................................................... (325) 728-5148
Colorado City Volunteer Fire Dept. .............................................. (325) 728-5252
Wallace Senior Citizens Center ................................................... (325) 728-2392
Friends of Mitchell Co. Library ..................................................... (325) 728-2712
Mitchell County 4-H Club .............................................................. (325) 728-3111
CHS Band Boosters .................................................................... (325) 728-8688
Lions Club............................................ 157 W. 2nd St., Colorado City, TX 79512
Kiwanis Club ........................................ 157 W. 2nd St., Colorado City, TX 79512
Colorado City Bass Club ............................................................. (325) 728-8436

Financial Institutions
The City National Bank ................................................................ (325) 728-5221
First National Bank ...................................................................... (325) 728-3485
Western Bank ...............................................................................(325) 737-2211
Big Spring EEFCU ....................................................................... (325) 728-3445

Local Realtors
Town & Country Real Estate........................................................ (325) 728-5879
Fleta Lewis Real Estate ............................................................... (325) 728-3982
Texas Real Estate........................................................................ (325) 728-3500
Hackfeld’s ....................................................................................(325) 207-8778
DeLoera Realty............................................................................ (325) 575-2575

Apartment Listings
Colorado City Senior Apartments ................................................ (325) 728-2347
Colorado City Apartments............................................................ (325) 728-3308
Quail Run Apartments ................................................................. (325) 728-8443
Andrea Gardens Apartments .........................................................(325 728-8565
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Mitchell County guide to fine eating
From down home cooking to fast food, Colorado City has
plenty of great eating places to choose from.
Bama’s House 440 E. 5th
A touch of class for a more elegant time
Mi Ranchito 237 Concho St
Authentic Mexican flavor served in a tropical paradise
Hildago 1336 Westpoint Ave
South of the border cooking in the heart of West Texas
Pizza Hut 2215 Hickory
Good times, good eating, for the young at heart
Cold Spot Hickory
Mexican food and breakfast burritos
Gas N Grub 2110 S. Hwy 208
Pizzas and hamburgers to go for the on-the-road crowd
Sonic Drive In 125 E. IH 20
A happenin’ place for life in the fast lane
Sportsman’s Club 3310 Lake CR 252
Chicken fried steak, all you can eat catfish and mesquite
grilled steaks—need we say more?
Summer’s Out West 9269 W IH 20 Westbrook
Friendly service and great short order cooking
Chevron
Deli to go
BUDDY & SONS
BODY SHOP
Bring it in wrecked and we will
make it look like brand new!
Buddy & Sons Body Shop
1635 Westpoint, Colorado City
325-728-4282
Lisa’s Barbeque 913 E. I-20
Finger licking good
El Torito 1300 block of Westpoint
Where you go for good food & good prices
Bigg’s Pizza 203 E. 2nd Street
Homemade bread, pizza and salad
USA Burrito 2101 Hickory
Homemade tortillas from the closest thing to mama’s cocina
Hamburger Shoppe 12th & Hickory
Eat with the Duke
Yoly’s Place inside B&B One Stop 548 N 1-20
Down home cooking, catering to truckers
Subway 150 E IH 20
Healthy eating made fresh
Santiago’s intersection of I-20 and S Hwy 208
Mexican-American cruisine
Dairy Queen 2301 N Hwy 208
Cooking up Texas style burgers
Just Stop 5889 I H 20
Great sandwiches for folks on the go
Speak Easy No Bar and Grill Restaurant S Hwy 163
Featuring skillet breakfasts
Tio’s Restaurant 1400 block of Westpoint
Serving breakfast on the weekends
Dandy’s Diner 121 E. 2nd
World famous burgers with a small town flavor
La Fe Restaurant 1209 Westpoint
Authentic Tex-Mex eating
Slo Poke BBQ 600 E. Pacific Ave - Loraine
Mmmmmm...spicy!
Buck’s South I-20 Exit 207 Westbrook
Steaks cooked the way you like
Burrito Place 1045 Hickory
Authentic Mexican cuisine
Town N Country corner of I-20 & N. Hwy. 208
Deli food on the run
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Let the games begin...

West Texans love their sports year round and the
Sports Complex with men’s and women’s softball
fields, little league and high school ball fields, as well
as a soccer field, is always geared up for a game.
Available for school activities, district and league
play, church and civic organizations or as a venue
for special events, the complex stays busy. For more
information, contact the Board of Economic De-
velopment at 325-728-2298 or CISD at 325-728-
3721.

Discount Tire and

Auto Service Center
Kiker-Seale
State Inspection Site
Quick Oil Change
Funeral Home
Brakes
Mufflers
New & Used Tires Serving Mitchell County
Batteries
And much more
and the surrounding areas
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• FREE Internet
Banking
• Electronic Bill Pay
• Direct Deposit
• Debit & ATM Cards
• 3 ATM Locations

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Gas ‘n’ Grub
• Mortgage Loans

• NOW & Super NOW

Accounts
• CDs, IRAs
We started with the idea of creating a bank that
• VIP account
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Our basic purpose was to improve the quality of
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