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Luling Council OKs new city master plan

Planning for the future was the chief topic of the Luling City Councils special called meeting Tuesday afternoon. The council met to take action on the City of Luling Master Plan, which was presented by Rudy Ruiz of Community Development Management Company, Inc. The plan was constructed using data obtained from a study done by the company tracking several state and area trends. The first item dealt with land use as it pertains to the citys projected growth. According to the study, populations have been rapidly trending upward in nearby regions. The Austin Region has 1.8 million peo-
ple, but it projected to reach 3.2 million by 2035. The nearly three million population in the San Antonio Region is expected to more than double to seven million during the same time span. Guadalupe County had approximately 80,000 people in the last census and now they have over 130,000 residents. This means if you cross over the San Marcos River youre in a major growth area, Ruiz said. Luling is surrounded by counties that are going to see a tremendous amounts of growth. The anticipated increased citizenry of surrounding areas creates a new problem because for the first time other communities are encroaching upon the Luling city LULING, Page A7
Happy Homecoming
Theres nothing more touching than a homecoming, and for the Prado family, the big event took place Saturday at Iwakuni Air Station on Okinawa, Japan as U.S. Marine Sgt. Mark Prado and his unit returned from a tour of duty in Afghanistan. Greeting the Devil Dog are his wife, Oriana, and children Aliyah and Jadyn. The family are natives of Gonzales. (Courtesy photos by Ana-Felix Lora)
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Former Gonzales coach competes in Ironman triathlon for charity

By MARK LUBE
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Gonzales Police are seeking two people seen in this surveillance photo they believe may have stolen a dog Friday outside the H-E-B store. Investigators believe the man and woman seen here at the register took off with the pug named Butterfly in a white Ford Ranger pickup. The dog was outside the grocery store waiting for its wheelchair bound owner, Ernesto Partida. If you have any information call Gonzales Police at (830)672-8686. (Courtesy photo)
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Business.............................. B1 Arts/Entertainment...... D1 Oil & Gas............................. B4 Classifieds.......................... B5 Comics................................ D6 For the Record................. A2 Faith & Family................... A9 In Our View........................ A4 In Your View...................... A5 By DAVE MUNDY Regional..............................A3 manager@gonzalescannon.com Puzzle Page...................... D5 Iron Man rules the comic books. The Iron Chef rules the Regional............................. A3 culinary world. But will the Iron Cowboy rule the bulls in Sports.................................. C1 Gonzales? Tune in July 7 to find out. Obituaries....................... A11
Former Gonzales coach and Northern California resident John Wilson is using his love for competitive running to help kids in need. Wilson partnered with Team Hole in the Wall earlier this year to raise money for the Hole in the Wall Gang Camp. The camp was started 25 years ago by Paul Newman as an outreach for kids with terminal diseases and can-
cer to have an opportunity to enjoy a special week in their life. In the first year, the camp served 288 kids, mainly from the northeastern part of the United States. This year the camp will serve over 20,000 kids from all over the world with camp locations all over the United States and other parts of the globe. The camp insures that every child will have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity and that each of their special
needs is met and provided for at the camp. Because of generous donations, each child can attend the camp at no cost to their family and every effort is made so that no child is denied the experience. Wilson is spending the year hosting various fundraising events including 3-on-3 tournaments, auctions, raffles, donation can set ups and a major golf tournament at the end of WILSON, Page A7 John Wilson
Iron Cowboy ready to tackle Gonzales PBR

that big arena with all those people, its an amazing feeling. Yates learned hed gotten a spot in the Iron Cowboy field just 72 hours before the competition began. he responded by turning in a career-high 92.25-point ride on Carrillo Cartel to gain a spot in the semifinals, then beat top-ranked Valdiron de Oliveira in the semifinals to earn a spot riding head-to-head against Austin Meier. for the title. The Sulphur Springs native said PBR has enabled bull PBR, Page A7
Come and Hear It! Tune in to radio station KCTI 1450 AM at 8 a.m. Friday and 8 a.m. Tuesday for weekly updates from Gonzales Cannon news editor Cedric Iglehart and General manager Dave Mundy with KCTI personality Egon Barthels.
Cody Yates, the winner of the 2011 Iron Cowboy competititon, will be among the 40 top bull riders hunting for the title when the Gonzales PBR event lights up the night at JB Wells Rodeo Arena. That was the greatest win of my career ever, the 31-year-old from Azle said in a telephone interview of his huge win in the Iron Cowboy competition at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington last year. It was just being there in
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Today in Texas History

June 28, 1919 On this day in 1919, the Texas Senate ratified the national amendment granting women the right to vote. Texas thus became the first Southern state to ratify the Nineteenth Amendment and the ninth in the nation. Woman suffrage had been discussed in Texas as early as the Constitutional Convention of 1868. The short-lived Texas Equal Rights Association (1893-96) helped organize a suffrage movement. The Texas Equal Suffrage Association, a state chapter of the National American Woman Suffrage Association, led the fight for suffrage from 1913 on, and achieved one of its key goals when it won the right for women to vote in primary elections in 1918. In June 1919 a woman suffrage amendment was sent to the states for approval. The Texas House passed the amendment on June 23 and the Texas Senate on June 28.
Thought for the Day

Many people have believed that they were Chosen, but none more baldly than the Texans. Edward Hoagland
Man injured in accident
Gonzales Police Report

Gonzales County Sheriffs Office Report for June 17-23: 06/18/12 Ebert, Andrew Wayne, 04/1975, Leesville. Assault. Released on Order to Appear. 06/19/12 Vivian, Ernest Clarence, 01/1940, Waelder. Local Warrant Indecency with a Child Sexual Contact. Released on $15,000 Bond. Cobler, Stephen Brian, J., 05/1987, Gonzales. Bexar County Warrant Assault causes Bodily Injury. Released on $10,000 Bond. Bexar County Warrant Resist Arrest Search or Transport. Released on $10,000 bond. Flores, Michael Andrew, 01/1991, Seguin. Local Warrant MTR Burglary of a Building. Transferred to Guadalupe County. 06/21/12 Chavez, Miguel Angel, 10/1988, Gonzales. Commitment/Sentence Driving while Intoxicated. Released Weekender/Work Release. Ramos, Frank, 07/1971, Universal. Commitment/Sentence Intoxicated Manslaughter with Vehicle. Released Weekender/Work Release.
A Gonzales man was injured around 8:15 a.m. Friday on Highway 90A near the intersection with Spur 146. Department of Public Safety investigators did not immediately identify the man and could not be reached for details about the accident, but family members said the man was in intensive care with traumatic injuries. (Photo by Debbie Toliver)
06/22/12 Wyatt, Ralph Sloan, 06/1983, McQueeny. Local Warrant Burglary of a Building. Released on $7,500 Bond. Ramirez, Pete, 02/1971, Nixon. Commitment/Sentence Burglary of a Habitation. Wilson County Warrant Burglary of a Habitation. Requires $30,000 Bond. Remains in Custody. By CEDRIC IGLEHART Mayberry, Andrew Lee Jr., 07/1978, Waelder. Local Warrant Aggravated Sexual Assault. region@gonzalescannon.com Remains in Custody. Authorities are still inTotal Arrest, Court Commitments, other vestigating an incident agency arrest and processings: that resulted in the death GCSO 09 DPS 04 of an area man. GPD 07 The Gonzales County WPD 00 Sheriff s Office respondNPD 02 ed to a call that came in Constable 03 at approximately 8:30 DWCSO 00 a.m. on Tuesday, June DEA 00 19, where they found a TPW 00 38-year old Smiley man GCAI 00 suffering from an apparTotal 25
Investigators await ruling in death of Smiley man

in other publications, but The Cannons policy is to not publish the names of persons who may have died from self-inflicted injuries. Weve been in contact with the hospital and the magistrate to try to target a date when the autopsy will be done, said Gonzales County sheriff Glen Sachtleben. Whether or not it will happen is up to the hospital. Sachtleben said his office has requested a forsenic autopsy be performed on the body, but noted that the hospital is the primary authority on the case because the man died in their care. Were handling this as a homicide in order to dot our Is and cross our Ts, Sachtleben said. All of the evidence at this point shows this to be a suicide attempt. Theres nothing really to lead us to believe anything else, but were working this case as a homicide just to make sure. The man appeared to have died due to complications from the sheriff termed as an apparent self-inflicted gun wound to the head. The investigation is still ongoing.
Yoakum Police Report

Yoakum Police Department Weekly Incident Report for June 18-24: Case #12-242, Burglary-Vehicle, 612 Trimmel; Disposition, Investigation. Case #12-245, Criminal Mischief-B, 449 Fink; Disposition, Investigation. 06/19/12 Case #12-244, Burglary-Residence, 407 Flato; Disposition, Investigation. Case # 12-246, Theft-C (2), 304 W. Grand; Disposition, Court Citation. Case #12-247, Theft-B, 108 Jordan; Disposition, Investigation. 06/20/12 Case #12-248, Burglary-Residence, 207 Dallas; Disposition, Investigation. Case #12-249, Theft-C, 304 W. Grand; Dispo-
sition, Court Citation. 06/21/12 Case #12-251, Theft-SJF, 900 Irvine; Disposition, Investigation. 06/22/12 Case #12-253, Burglary-Vehicle, 804 W. Gonzales; Disposition, Investigation. 06/24/12 Case #12-255, Williams, Jacques, 35, Yoakum, 403 Bingham; Offense, Assault-A (F/V); Disposition, Trans/LCSO. Cannon News Services Case #12-256, Saldivar, Juan, 33, Yoakum, 100 Blk. San Marcos; Offense, Public Intoxica- newseditor@gonzalescannon.com tion; Disposition, YPD Custody. HALLETTSVILLE Case #12-257, Burglary-Residence, 403 The Department of PubBingham; Disposition, Investigation.
ent gunshot wound. He was airlifted to University Hospital in San Antonio, where he was later pronounced as dead. The man was identified
Victims identified in fatal accident near Hallettsville

lic Safety has identified four persons who died in a three-car accident near Hallettsville on Tuesday as being from the Brownsville area. DPS identified the fatalities as 39-year-old Felipe Garcia of Brownsville, 42-year-old Christine Salazar of McAllen, 9-year-old Brandon Garcia of Brownsville and 10-year-old Anthony Garcia of Brownsville. All were in an SUV, driven by Felipe Garcia, which went out of control on a rain-slickened highway and was hit by an 18-wheeler. Troopers said the tractor-trailer rig then also hit a smaller SUV. 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. Department of Public Safety Trooper Dustin Slovacek said that Garcias vehicle, traveling eastbound 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.
Pre-K Graduates
Christian Kids Pre-K Graduating Class of 2012. Pictured with the children are their teachers Ashlee Salazar, Scherrell Salazar, and Lydia Grifaldo. Also pictured are Christian Kids director Brandi Vinklarek and Christian Kids owner Connie Kacir. The ceremony took place at the Amphitheater at the Museum.
The Gonzales Healthcare Systems Employee of the First Quarter is Anne Marie Aubin. Anne Marie works in the Accounting Office and has been employed for five years. Anne Marie is always cheerful and provides great customer service. The Summer Youth Program held a swimming day Tuesday at the Gonzales City She is a positive role model for all GHS employees. Anne Marie will receive: a Pool. The program meets Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until noon at Inde- plaque, a check for $100, 8 hours of paid time off, a Cross Pen from Reeses Print pendence Park. The last day for the program for this summer will be July 6 from Shop engraved by Storey Jewelers and a balloon bouquet from Persons Flower 8 a.m until noon. (Photo by Mark Lube) Shop.
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Increased traffic, parking concerns of Smiley Council

By BAIN SERNA
Cannon Correspondent
SMILEY Traffic safety concerns and road conditions were discussed at the June 21 regular meeting of the Smiley city council. The Eagle Ford Shale continues to bring increased traffic flow through the city. Public safety issues such as speeding, as well as numerous parked vehicles along US 87 within the town limits, have become cause for concern for city officials. There is so much traffic now, that now we have issues of people parking from one end of town to the other on both sides of 87, said Mayor Ellis Villasana. So when you get to the intersections, you got to really get out there to be able to see because now you have vehicles that are stacked on both sides, and this is a safety issue. Speeding violations and traffic control compound the issue of the clogged parking. The city relies on the county and DPS for traffic enforcement, but those departments are stretched so thin that little
enforcement is able to be made, say city officials. Mayor Villasana also related how heavy trucks and other large vehicles are damaging roads within the city. All our roads are getting torn up from the heavy trucks. They werent built for heavy trucks, he said. We were just a sleepy little town, and now we got trucks going all up and down our roads constantly. City officials will continue to review the ongoing situation, and are looking for solutions to the continued challenges and changes regarding traffic related to the Eagle Ford Shale.
Nixon Mayor Maria Blanch talks to children of the Get a Clue summer reading club program that was held at the Nixon Public Library throughout the month of June. (Photo courtesy of Sally Brassell)
Library program helps Nixon kids get a clue

By BAIN SERNA
Cannon Correspondent
NIXON In our everrapidly changing world of vast technology and mind-boggling computer sophistication, the need and importance of exercising the mind, stimulating imagination, and forming ideas, are greater than ever.
For some the library is still a pillar of the community, and a place where the great virtues of reading and learning are encouraged, lived out, and passed on to younger generations. The Aphne Pattillo Nixon Public Library held a summer reading club program on Tuesdays throughout the month of
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June for children in Pre-K through fifth grade. The theme this year was Get a Clue. Kids could check out books on their reading level, and write down the titles and minutes read onto log sheets provided by the State of Texas. The reading program is self-paced and fosters reading success among children, according to Nixon librarian Sally Brassell. The programs are planned to promote reading as a leisure activity, stimulate curiosity and encourage children to use the public library resources to strengthen their reading skills throughout
the summer months, she said. We have had a very nice turn out with approximately 40 children attending and numerous older teens and parents volunteering to help make the program a success. The program had two special guests: Bernadette Nason, a storyteller who combined creative drama with traditional storytelling to entertain her audience, and also Nixon mayor Maria Blanch. Mayor Blanch shared with the kids about the importance of water conservation, recycling, and safety on the streets. The mayor related to them the
importance of being good citizens and the place they hold for the future of society. These young people will one day be our leaders, said Mayor Blanch. Reading is an unbeatable learning tool. Reading provides for all that becomes a part of a childs long-term memory. Children gain confidence by reading and this is how they learn. Learning cannot happen without reading. The Nixon library is located at 401 N. Nixon Avenue and is open Monday - Friday from noon to 5 p.m. For more information call 830-582-1913.
A proposal concerning the addition of another care facility was among the things discussed during the regular meeting of the Gonzales County Commissioners Court on Monday. T.J. and Dot Cole of Big Individual Care (BIC) came to the court seeking a rural county waiver that would enable them to apply for an additional 120 Medicaid beds. Mr. Cole said the cost would be approxi-
mately $10 million and it would mean the creation of 60-80 jobs in Gonzales. Sandy Klein of The Heights of Gonzales read a statement to the court outlining the pros and cons of adding a third nursing home to the city. She noted that her facility does care for obese people while BIC does not at the present time, and added her center has empty beds and no waiting list. Louis Kuntschik of Texan Nursing and Rehab also addressed the court along those lines stat-
ing his facilitys empty beds and lack of a waiting list. Judge David Bird requested that the Coles provide information pertaining to the morbidly obese population in the area be supplied to the court. In other business, the court: Approved the Tax A s s e s s o r / C o l l e c t o r s monthly report which listed $335,351.85 was collected in the month of May, $92,932.25 of which was for Gonzales County. Acknowledged the receipt of 110 loads of gravel from EOG Resources by Pct. 1 Commissioner Dell Whiddon. Approved a resolution with State of Texas Co-Op for purchasing. Approved the deputation of Ryan Clifton Parker for the Gonzales County Sheriff s Office.
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Promotion is the tricky part of any business. You can have the finest products in your store with the best craftsmanship and lose out to a competitor who takes products which are more cheaply made but wrapped in eye-catching packages. You can hire the best cook and the most helpful wait staff, but if no one knows where your restaurant is located youre not going to attract the same kind of traffic that youd get by putting your eatery out on Highway 90. Newspapers are little different were constantly involved in self-promotion, from sponsoring various civic events to contributing in-kind advertising or running free publicity for potential advertisers and community groups. The idea is to build an image as an active participant in whats going on in the community. During a meeting of the Cannons Board of Directors the other day, it was observed that some other publications have been try-
Where cheap publicity dont cut it, hard work does

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Im told one of Grupo Vidas support team was the guy who cut the line Id rigged to unveil the full-stage Gonzales Cannon Presents... banner right before the band kicked off its performance. He said it was because the bedsheet banner I made was so big it would have hidden the band, but I look at it this way: they could have played in the shade! Worse, around midnight, our classified and circulation director, Sanya Harkey, got caught by the Nixon Police as she tried to burn the Come and Read It Cannon logo into the grass at Mustang Field. They asked her to leave in a polite but firm fashion, she reported. What can I say, stadium naming rights havent been up for bids! Then there was the Watermelon Thump parade Saturday. I had Mark Lube, our sports editor, out at the crack of dawn with paint and a brush sneaking in and around all the floats as they arrived to line up for the festivi-
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ing to steal our thunder. I was given marching orders to get our name out there more. It was suggested we need to become more visible in the communities we serve but we also need to be cost-conscious about how we go about it. I was told to prepare a list of cheap publicity stunts we could arrange to make The Cannon the name everyone associates with the word newspaper throughout the region. It all started with the Main Street Concert Series on Friday. Were already a sponsor of the event, its true, but we figured wed make an even bigger splash this week.
ties. Unfortunately, Im afraid too many of the float sponsors saw what he was up to, because during the parade I didnt see a single Proudly Supported by the Gonzales Cannon message painted on any of the floats. Even legitimate efforts to contribute went askew. Our business manager, Dorothy Voigt, spent all night one day last week ducttaping past issues of The Cannon together in order to make some unique gowns for the Gonzales County court for the parade, but they refused to wear them! And one of the lovely young ladies is her grand-kid! I swear, we just dont get no respect. There was the charity check presentation in Shiner that our ad manager, Debbie Toliver, went to first thing Monday morning. Everyone was happy to pose for a picture with the great big styrofoam check, but no one wanted to pose with the great big sheet of styrofoam with pictures
of past check presentations weve run in The Cannon, for some reason. Our news editor, Cedric Iglehart, says Rose Gaines is quick on her feet when it comes to thinking. Maybe thats how she figured out hed switched all the questions for Saturdays Family Feud at the Gonzales Learning Center to questions about The Cannon and got the right set of questions back before the competitition got underway. I trudged to Tuesdays meeting of our Board of Directors to report that all our efforts at spawning cheap free publicity had gone awry. Im afraid were just going to have to do this the hard way, I told them. We just need to keep putting out a better newspaper than everyone else, and trust our readers to spread the word on their own. Thats the one tried-and-true maxim thats always worked for us, anyway.
Do rules and laws really matter? Apparently to President Obama, and others, they dont. He recently ignored the Constitution and Congress to establish a new immigration policy for Dream Act students. He knows full well what he did because in March 2011 he told a group of young Hispanics: America is a nation of laws, which means I, as the president, am obligated to enforce the law. I dont have a choice about that. Thats part of my job. Congress passes the law. The executive branchs job is to enforce and implement those laws, he said. There are enough laws on the books by Congress that are very clear in terms of how we have to enforce our immigration system that for me to simply through executive order ignores those congressional mandates would not conform to my appropriate role as president. Obama knows the rules, but his political goals are more important to him than the rule of law. Imagine a football game in which one team and its coach completely disregard the rules of the game in the name of their own victory. How long would such behavior be tolerated? Obama and his administration made clear they had no intention of enforcing laws they didnt like. The Obama Administration stopped enforcing the Defense of Marriage Act, no longer prosecute growers of medical marijuana, and let some states walk away from provisions in the No Child Left Behind law. Attorney General Eric Holder, the nations chief law enforcement officer, has been more political than any AG in history. He has decided to thwart congressional oversight by refusing to release documents on the disastrous Fast and
Not enforcing the law is not anyones option

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George Rodriguez
George Rodriguez is a San Antonio resident. He is the former President of the San Antonio Tea Party, and is now Executive Director of the South Texas Political Alliance. He is a former official in the U.S. Justice Dept. during the Reagan Administration.
Furious gun-running scheme. He is also actively fighting Florida for trying to clean its voter rolls. If people think Obamas attitude is unique at the federal, it is notyou can find it at the state and local level in Texas. The Mayor of Floresville is ignoring the city charter and ignoring a citizens petition so he can push ahead with a pet project. In San Antonio, Bexar County Judge Nelson Wolff is trying to redefine what a street car so he can use state transportation funds that were prohibited by popular vote in 2004. In Brownsville, former state District Judge Abel Limas is the prosecutions star witness in a bribery and racketeering case that involves him and several lawyers who obviously didnt want to play by the rules. Political bosses such as George Parr of Duval County Texas or Boss Tweed of New York used the poor and uneducated to keep themselves in power. They were made the rules and they were the law. Yesrules and laws really do matter. All politicians must follow the rule of law whether that is the U.S. Constitution or a local city charter, and they must be held accountable by informed and active citizens. Be an informed and active citizen.
Its not security leaks, its Obamas vanity

Among all the words in the press airing the Obama administrations secret national-security programs, one sentence stands out. Appearing in The New York Times, it explains why President Barack Obama personally approves drone strikes: A student of writings on war by Augustine and Thomas Aquinas, he believes that he should take moral responsibility for such actions. Now, who would know that President Obama is a student of Augustine and Aquinas or to put a finer point on it, that President Obama considers himself a student of Augustine and Aquinas? Its hard to see the president interrupting deliberations with his generals and top intelligence officials to parse the finer points of great Christian authors from centuries ago. And who would take care to tell a reporter that the presidents wide-ranging reading of works dating from the fifth and 13th centuries informs his work as commander in chief? The detail reeks of the sycophancy of a White House insider who wants his boss to get credit for all of his prodigious talents and enviable qualities. Leaks in Washington are nothing new, and they have many purposes to undercut rivals, to float preliminary proposals, to blow the whistle on potential wrongdoing. The Obama national-security leaks are overwhelmingly the product of vanity. They show off the presidents exquisitely thoughtful tough-mindedness and, above all, his killer instinct. In its report about Obamas kill list, The New York Times cited three dozen of his current and former advisers. Another Times story on cyberattacks on Irans nuclear program relied on officials involved in the program. In one tense meeting described by the Times, the president asked whether the Stuxnet computer worm should be shut down after it escaped into the wider world, according to members of the presidents national security team who were in the room. The dog that doesnt bark in the arti-
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cles is the outraged dissenter, the leaker whos talking because he cant bear to be associated with a government that assassinates people from on high or launches cyberwarfare against another sovereign country. When The New York Times revealed the Bush administrations National Security Agency spying program back in 2005, it talked to officials who were concerned about the operations legality and oversight. The officials quoted in the Obama articles, in contrast, are practically bragging. In his new book on Obamas nationalsecurity policy, Times reporter David Sanger recounts then-Defense Secretary Bob Gates going into National Security Adviser Tom Donilons office in the wake of leaks about the bin Laden raid and suggesting a new communications strategy: Shut the f--- up. Gates wasnt complaining about attacks on the administration from within -- often the cause of tensions in other administrations -- but of excessive self-glorification revealing sensitive operational details. The political imperative behind the leaks is demonstrating President Obamas toughness. But administrations also inevitably take on something of the character of the man leading them. No wonder that telling tales out of school about its own prowess is a failing of a team led by a supremely self-impressed man who has already written two memoirs. If he must boast about his coldblooded exploits, he should save it for his third. Rich Lowry is editor of the National Review. (c) 2012 by King Features Synd., Inc.
Whos in charge here? Oh yeah its me!

June in Afghanistan in my little part of the world brought big changes. I guess first on the list is how busy we became. Missions and more missions were the order of the day. The military dogs were completely tasked out, so we picked up the slack. When I say June started off with a bang, it is not said in gest. Another FOB close to here was hit with a vehicle borne improvised explosive device (VBIED), how the Army loves acronyms. That was a big blast that hit the gate at that checkpoint. The explosion was followed up with a ground attack and several insurgents with suicide vests. The vests worked and they committed suicide. When we were notified, our location prepared to assist the other FOB if needed with medical help. Of course, our location went into high gear. Security, already tight, was redoubled. A few hours later the emergency was over. Good guys 14, bad guys 0. Not a bad score for those keepdays here had i n g Dispatches from been pretty quiet track. with the occasionDownrange W e al rocket or IED were attack, but for the all just most part, calm. thankOh, and there was f u l one other thing none that happened that of ours day. I took over were the K-9 section Jon Harris is an Army retiree, relost. serve City of Gonzales policeman here. L at - and former deputy constable who is Talk about a er that currently serving as a civilian mili- baptism of fire. n i g ht , tary dog handler in Afghanistan. Yes I have been w e put in charge of were hurriedly tasked the contract dogs at the to respond with a force FOB. Health, feeding, protection contingent to employment, billeting, search a vehicle that had training, logistics, all now been traveling where it fall to me. It is a burden shouldnt have been. That I welcome and enjoy. was a little hairy, but it As I sit in my room and came off OK. work on paperwork getAs soon as that was fin- ting things setup the way ished, we were contacted I want them, Jack is on the to search suspicious items bed chewing on his toy. at the gate. I elected not He seems to know Im to take that one as it was pretty busy and entertains the responsibility of a dif- himself leaving me to the ferent type of unit. As far keyboard for now. as I was concerned, the The next few days were suspicious items could be filled with administrasearched with the judi- tive tasks as the command cious employment of high handover was completed explosives, hey but thats and the natural adjustjust me saying. ments to how it was and Yes, up until now the how it is now started to
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take place, but the mission goes on however uninterrupted. Searching vehicles, packages, buildings, pathways you name it, we search it. I wasnt the only one going through changes. The units here are rotating out and the new group has just arrived. Fresh, capable and ready to do their job, the new units hit the ground running. It wasnt hours before the chaos that we have grown accustomed to as normal impacted the new units. Now understand, one doesnt leave and another shows up cold. There is a well-practiced handover and familiarization period before the old unit leaves. It was during this handover time that we had been so busy. Today while I was at the front entry gate with one of my new handlers searching the pedestrian entryway, I was called to hurriedly return to the main gate. Seems the outgoing commander had something up his sleeve that I needed to assist with. I traveled the approximately -mile at a VERY slow jog with all my gear and a dog to see what was up. I dont mind saying that I was somewhat out of breath when I arrived. 8200 feet, 65 pounds of gear and 90 degrees will task the body regardless of how good, or bad, of shape you are in. When I arrived, the OIC (thats Officer in Charge) met me and told me about an impromptu search on the guard force compound he wanted to make. He had developed Intel that there was some questionable activity going on within the guard force. These are not soldiers, but local guards. After a contingent of US security was in place, we, the OIC, several soldiers from the old and the new units, and I entered the compound. It took only moments until Jack was pulling me to a water storage building.
Jon Harris and his partner, Jack, are shown with the pound of hashish Jack recently discovered in a guard compound, which is manned by local Afghans. Courtesy photo) As he pulled, his nose out and pitched it to the was high in the air. I knew OIC who was standing a he had an odor and was few feet away with several tracking it in the wind. other soldiers anxiously Fifty feet later he stopped waiting to see what Jack at the rear corner of a little had found. wood shack, he stuck his The bag contained over nose under the edge and a pound of hashish. This immediately alerted. Jack was the largest find of has a habit of alerting by hashish on the FOB that sitting, staring at the point anyone could remember. It of the odor and then if Im was a real good find. Jack not quick enough to re- was petted vigorously and ward him, he will turn and the OIC took the bag to be stare at me as to say, Hey. processed. It was all in all Its here. I did my part now a busy day, but one with do yours. a pretty nice conclusion I rewarded him by nevertheless. throwing him his toy and Later that evening as I bent down to look at what wrote up my report in the he was so excited about. room, Jack laid under the I had to push him away desk with one paw on my as he always tries to be in foot. I reached up and got the same place I am trying a small dog treat from a to get to. Looking under bag and gave it to him. As the corner of the shack I he chewed the small piece could see a white plastic of dog jerky I stroked his bag that was halfway cov- head and told him Thats ered with rocks. There was a good boy! no dust on the bag, so it Still here in Afghanicouldnt have been there stan, Im Jon Harris and very long. I reached un- this has been another Disder the edge and pulled it patch from Downrange.
Dear Editor, We would like to send you a huge THANK YOU to Mr. Allen Barnes and the City of Gonzales for allowing Christian Kids to use the amphitheater at the museum on May 25 for our pre-kindergarten graduation. The historic venue added a unique touch and made the ceremony a very memorable and special event. The children enjoyed utilizing the stage to present their program to all those in attendance. On behalf of Christian Kids Daycare and Preschool, we would like to extend our thanks to you, the Gonzales City Counsel, Mr. Oliver Davis and the museum board for maintaining this historic venue for the citizens of Gonzales. The museum and amphitheater are truly historic treasures of our community and it was a privilege to utilize it for our ceremony. I am enclosing a picture of our graduates for you and we hope to be visiting the museum again soon! Christian Kids Staff and Children
Thanks, City of Gonzales!
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continuing mission. I dont know you personally Maam, but I am sure the people of Normas House are very grateful for the gifts that you and your organization have offered to them. I understand that its only human to expect recognition of some sort for your charitable work, but what I dont understand is why you are so resentful toward a group that is dedicated to helping children overcome their abuse. Please keep in mind that True Charity is giving in times of need without expecting anything in return. The best payback for your generous gifts should be the knowledge that your groups efforts will have positive impact in the life of a suffering child. That is what is important. Your groups picture or name in the newspaper is nothing compared to that, dont you agree? God Bless you and everyone who helps children. Nikki Maxwell Gonzales
True charity doesnt ask for recognition
Dear Editor, In reference to Marcy Blanchards Letter to the Editor last week, I have seen firsthand the invaluable work that the Normas House Child Advocacy Center does for children and young adults who have suffered abuse, neglect or worse. I know many of the board members of that organization, and I know how much every donation dollar means to them and their
Egos are bigger in Texas, too
Dear Editor, (In reference to Dave Mundys online column, Case highlights difference between Texas way of thinking and the rest of the country, June 15) Texas used to be pretty cool and highly regarded. The Cowboys were Americas team and Dallas was the most watched show. While Texas gave us a decent president in
George H they also gave us his half brained colossal train wreck of a son. I think that is where a lot of the Lets give Texas back to Mexico animosity comes from. Beer being brewed in Shiner is only a condemnation if you are looking for one. I took it as a introduction to sweet small town living. We have more guns per capita in Washington State than do Texans (by far), and while I am indeed a god-hating-heathen it is the southern States with the big revival tents every mile that I shake my head at... when I think of Texas I think of BBQ tents. And, every state has rednecks with gun racks. I grew up in Michigan and Kentucky; trust me, Texas isnt doing any of the things you mention bigger or better than other states. So, heres the point: its the running your mouth before you think and the paranoid delusions that you and W have in common that makes other Americans roll their eyes at Texas. Why dont you try venturing out a little sometime before you write articles on how people are feeling.
For what its worth Ive been to Texas many times and would love to live there: Austin of course. Anthony Christopher Seattle, WA
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PBR: Yates takes aim at Gonzales title

riders to transcend the traditional rodeo event and take the sport to a new level. It used to be bull riders would go from show to show, sit in their trucks when they werent riding, all the usual things, he said. Now youre seeing a lot of them working hard to become better athletes, they work out, they lift weights, they work hard to get stronger. The rewards are worth it. Yates said PBR has turned bull riding into serious entertainment. They want it to be more of a top show, you have the entertainers and the fireworks and the music, he said. Yates said he got his start in the business the way many bull riders do through a family connection. My dad used to ride, a lot of the guys, their families were always part of it, he said. His own toddler son isnt traveling with him just yet, he said, but his wife and child may make the trip to Gonzales. When were close to home, I like it when they can come down. Yates said a major selling point which is attracting many of the top riders to the Gonzales event is the promoter, Bo Davis. If you know Bo, you know that any event he does is going to be a good
one, he said. He gets the best bulls, the bulls you want to ride. There are some bulls out there you know you can ride but youre not going to score on, but the ones he gets you know youve got a good chance of getting a great score. Fans will be able to witness 40 riders battle for 15 spots in the short round, showcasing eight-second rides and jaw-dropping 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 830-672-1324. 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.
WILSON: Helping kids with athletics

the summer. Wilson will then be traveling to New York City to compete in the inaugural U.S. Ironman Championships on Aug. 11, representing the camp. I first got in contact with the camp late last year through some racing connections and thought it was a great opportunity to help out a charity, Wilson said. It is really neat to think about the opportunity we are creating for these kids and that without our efforts and donations of others, they would not have this opportunity. This will be Wilsons seventh Ironman race over the last three years. He has competed in competitions in Arizona, Lake Placid, St. George, Canada and most recently in Texas last May. An Ironman race consists of a 2.4
mile swim, 112-mile bike ride and a 26.2-mile run. Training for and competing in an Ironman is certainly no easy task, but the end result of helping kids is enough to help propel Wilson through the difficult paces. The idea of training and racing for an organization gives much more meaning to what it is all about, he said. Knowing that you are racing for a group and representing them does help motivate me through the training. The toughest thing about training and competing in an Ironman is the balance between God, family, workouts and work. No minute can be wasted in the day and proper scheduling is essential. Most days involve two workouts and during peak weeks, I will hit between 15 and 18 hours
of training. Cycling takes the biggest chunk of time and has to be accounted for the most. With a lot on his training plate, it is all worth it for Wilson once race day arrives. All of this is worked in to make sure that no family time or family activity is missed. Once you get to race day, it is just fun, he said. I enjoy those days and you just have to mentally prepare yourself knowing you are going to be out there for 12 hours and have to be ready for any and all situations. Wilson is seeking to raise more funds for the camp. He said any additional help from the Gonzales area or anyone else would be appreciated, even if its just $1. Send donations or make any checks out to: Team Hole in the Wall, 13545 Mono Way, Sonora, CA, 95370.
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limits and its extraterritorial jurisdiction (ETJ) Youre going to have Seguin and probably even cities like Staples extending their ETJs close to the city limits, Ruiz said. Weve even heard that San Antonio is thinking about annexing around Luling to try to get some oilfield area in the eastern part of Caldwell County. If that happens, then youre going to have some competition. Ruiz pointed out the potential for rapid population growth in Luling, based on the trends set in other nearby small towns. This town has always hovered around 5,000 population and were saying now its reaching the point where its really about to take off, he said. Ruiz cited examples like the City of Hutto, which went from 545 people in 1980 to 1,250 in 2000. The number continued to increase exponentially from 5,568 in 2004 to almost 14,000 two years later. In the span of 10 years, Manor went from 400 people to 5,000 and Pflugerville grew from 16,000 to 47,000. Fast growth is very possible in this region, Ruiz said. Im not saying that Luling is going to copy any of these towns, but all of the indicators say that Luling is going to grow a lot. The fact that most of the growth is happening north of here tells me that our turn is coming. The study estimated Luling could have 6,200 residents by 2020, but also raised a scenario where the city could double from its current size by 2032. If you look at whats happened to other towns in the region you can see that its possible, said Ruiz. Youve got to be ready and youve got to be prepared. Ruiz also recommended the council get to work on developing a transportation plan because traffic is going to be a major issue in the very near future. TxDOT (Texas Department of Transportation) is considering some really radical ideas like the possibility of renovating all of Highway 183, he said. Im afraid if yall dont take the initiative, then TxDOT or some other agency may decide to build a bypass around this community. You need to get very aggressive about that because you want to be able to control that as much as possible. The issue of housing was studied and the most glaring detail of the report was the fact that almost 43 percent of the housing units in Luling are either substandard or dilapidated according to state guidelines. Sixty percent of the housing in town were built before 1940 in the height of the oil boom, Ruiz said. These structures are getting up in age and are no longer repairable. He explained that is going to create a problem because
the majority of new houses are being built on the onskirts of town and not in the citys core. These new homes are not affordable to middle class families due to the recent recession, said Ruiz. The financing is not there anymore. What youre going to see now is more multi-family housing being built and the population will migrate to them outside of town. The study also took a look at economic development. Lulings economy basically breaks down into three main sectors - oil, retail and health services. Whats going to drive the economic base of this community is the regional growth, said Ruiz. In spite of what you do or dont do, youre going to see a lot more economic opportunities. The next 20 years are going to be prosperous and a time of great change in Luling. Ruiz said the study identified some barriers that could stifle the citys economic development with lack of water being chief among them. He said a backup plan for water acquisition is needed because the city currently only has junior water rights to the San Marcos River. Im working with a town right now that has senior water rights and they almost ran out of water, he said. They called in their rights and that made everybody else who had junior rights not to be able to draw from the river at all. If you dont control a water source, then its going to be detrimental to your economic growth. Gene Kruppa, a consulting engineer with BEFCO Engineering, concluded the presentation by providing some projected costs for future capital improvements. He said the city will need to spend $3.1 million on streets over the next five years including $65,000 annually for maintenance. Keep in mind that doesnt include any bypass costs, he said. That is a long-term project that takes about 10-20 years to happen, but you need to start planning for that now. Its better for us to try to help guide TxDOT to a direction rather than them telling us where it (the bypass) is going to need to go. Lets not be forced to do something, lets try to be proactive. The other projected costs for capital improvements included $7.6 million for water, $6.7 million for wastewater and $400,000 for drainage. All of those figures are projected over a five-year period. Mayor Pro-Tem Jackie Campbell made a motion to accept the plan and it was seconded by John Wells before passing unanimously. In other business, the council: Approved a Lessee resolution between the City of Luling and Motorola Solutions, Inc. to acquire radios for the Police Department.
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First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
712 Crockett, Luling
Dewville United Methodist

West of FM 1117 on CR 121
1817 St. Lawrence St. Gonzales
First Assembly of God

509 E. 3rd St. Nixon
Church of Christ
Churches of Christ
First United Methodist 426 St. Paul, Gonzales First United Methodist 410 N. Franklin, Nixon Flatonia United Methodist
403 E North Main, Flatonia
Encouraging Word Christian Fellowship

Hwy. 80 in Leesville
1323 Seydler St. Gonzales
Jesus Holy Ghost Temple

1906 Hickston, Gonzales 1805 Weimar, Gonzales
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

Hwy 80- North of Belmont SE 2nd St. Waelder
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

E. of Hwy 80 on CR 121
Saint Paul Baptist Church Shiner Baptist Church
Faith Family Church
Inter-Denominational Pentecostal
Memorial Heights Baptist Church

1330 College Gonzales 100 Capes Gonzales Hwy. 97 Bebe
Avenue F and 15th Street, Shiner
Episcopal Church of the Messiah

721 S. Louis, Gonzales (830) 672-3407
Episcopal
1812 Cartwheel Dr., Gonzales
Smiley United Methodist

1 blk S. of Hwy 87
Faith Temple
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
Hwy 80 (N. Nixon Ave.) Nixon
Union Valley Baptist Church

FM 1681 NW of Nixon
La Os del Evangelio Mission Capilla del Pueblo

W. Central at 87 Nixon
Evangelical
Webster Chapel A.M.E.

1027 Church St. Gonzales
Holy Temple of Jesus Christ No. 2

1515 Dallas, Gonzales
St. James Catholic Church

417 N. College, Gonzales St. John St. Gonzales
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Camp Valley Full Gospel

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Agape Ministries Living Church
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Waters Fellowship
Temple Bethel Pentecostal

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Life Changing Church of Gonzales

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Greater Church
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Primitive Baptist Church

1121 N. College Gonzales
Full Gospel Church

1426 Fisher, Gonzales
Sacred Heart Catholic Church St. Joseph Catholic Church

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
Lutheran
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Pilgrim Presbyterian Church

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

North of Post Office
San Marcos Primitive Baptist Church

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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
Cowboy Church of Gonzales County

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Presbyterian Church of Gonzales

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Iglesia Bautista Macedonia
St. Phillip Catholic Church
Methodist
201 S Congress Nixon
Stratton Primitive Baptist

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Divas at the Crystal Saturday
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/ (Courtesy photo)
FOGAS receives TNR grant

FOGAS (Friends of Gonzales Animal Shelter) has announced their receipt of a major grant from PetSmart Charities to spay/neuter free roaming cats. This grant is named TNR: The Cat Solution and it provides $48,620 to be used to Trap, Neuter, and Return (TNR) cats to their territories so that unfixed cats do not move in and multiply. TNR is an approach to cat population management that has been successfully applied worldwide. It is the only proven method to overcome natures vacuum effect, which quickly repopulates an area based on food and shelter resources. We are very excited about this new grant, stated Mary Anne MacLean, spokesperson for FOGAS. For the past two years, PetSmart Charities has funded spay/neuter services for the pets owned by income-qualified residents of our community, and now they are helping us deal with the large number
of unowned or free roaming cats that are also part of the community. These cats control the mice, rats and snakes and are important to our wellbeing. We need them and we want them, just not so many. This grant will be for zip code 78629 only and qualifying is automatic for residents of that zip code. Residents should call FOGAS at 830-857-1616 and advise how many cats you have for the program.
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Whew, did we ever get a dose of how hot is hot. They can give all the explanations of why its hot. That does not matter. Get out of the sun as much as possible, take breaks, drink lots of water, and remember that there is a potassium/salt intake to consider. Yes, Mariposa or Butterfly is missing. She is a service dog with the certified papers just like a person would have for a blind or deaf person. Practically every person in Gonzales knew Mariposa and Ernest. So there is no way that you can make me believe that she was picked up because someone thought that she was lost. Some thought should be given to the fact that Mariposa was not only loved dearly but served as a part of medical care. Dogs that are certified in this manner are protected by law en-
Gary Gage of the Noon Lions Club (left) and GVECs Justin Schwausch shake hands before facing off during the Family Feud event held Saturday at the First Lutheran Church in Gonzales. A team from The Interact Club won the event by beating GVEC, the two-time defending champs. The event, which is a fundraiser for the Gonzales Learning Center, made over $1,500. GLC expressed thanks to all who made the event possible including The Episcopal Church of the Messiah Outreach Group, The Gonzales Learning and Career Center board, Guadalupe Valley Vet, Gonzales Noon Lions, GVEC, Kitchen Pride, Lisa Peterson, the Gonzales Rotary Club, Southern Clay, and Craft Crossing. (Photo by Cedric Iglehart)
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forcement. If you have any idea of where Mariposa could be, please contact the police. The Fourth of July is upon us and we dont even realize it. It falls in the middle of the week. This makes it hard to celebrate when it separates the weekends so far apart. However, it doesnt make it any less important to remember the day many years ago when our forefathers signed that Declaration of Independence in 1776. Make your plans, enjoy yourselves, and drive carefully. 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. This is on the Friday after the 4th. I heard that BBQ chicken is on the menu with all the trimmings. There will also be an auction of baked goods. This is slipping up on us this year so put a note on your refrigerator in big orange letters. Please lift the following people up in your prayers: Crystal Boyd, Rose Rivera, Joe Kotwig, Lisa Rodriguez, Christian, Diana Garcia,
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took too long and was late, he grumbled and mumbled. She and I laughed about that. It always seemed like we met down the frozen food aisle. Since we both live out in the country, frozen food was always the last one to go down. Pete wore many hats during his lifetime. He was a beloved son, a husband, father, a service man, a Sheriff of Guadalupe County, then a farmer-rancher, and sort of half retired. He spent a lot of time enjoying good food at the Belmont Social Club with friends. He and Dottie built a new home out on what was simply called The Farm. That was how I will always remember Pete. Pete lived and died simply among his fellow man, a good God fearing man. I was so delighted to get a call from Joyce Schellenberg the other day. As you know Joyce has fought so valiantly to come back from that almost fatal auto accident that occurred a year or so back. With many prayers and lots of will power and help from her family, she is just one wonderful miracle. This sweet lady was checking up on me because she is one of my biggest fans. I have always adored her for this and appreciated her so much. Joyce I know why God kept you alive. He kept you here to brighten my world and the world of many others who need the joy and laugh-
ter you bring into their lives. You bring each of us so many blessings. We also discussed that grand-daughter Chelsea Schellenberg Mikesh. I have been keeping up with Chelsea as I have moved around the medical facilities. Joyce and I are both so proud of Chelsea. She has just graduated as an RN, passed her Boards, and found a job at Guadalupe Regional Medical Center all in one fell swoop. She earned this as a Specialty RN. I know exactly what that means. I need one of those wherever and whenever I land in a hospital. I have a Bard port. I need a nurse certified to do that. I need a nurse that can do wound care-ostomy and she can do that. She is the daughter of Dale and Sherri Schellenberg, and I know that they are as proud as they can be of Chelsea. Yahoo, my foot looks great. It is healed. I am in one piece and all I have to do is get another special shoe made to fit my altered foot. Then I will be in business. Of course it is tender where the stitches have been etc. but at last I dont have to wrap it up in a garbage bag to take a shower or bath. Oh hallelujah!! Thank God for small favors. I managed to motor in my little scooter over at the Luling Watermelon Thump. We got to listen to our own Pale Horses play on the stage with Jess and Seth Fullilove in the band. They make good music. I dont know about one of those bands they had
from up in the hill country. Maybe it was just not refined enough from my ears. The booths were really neat and the food booths had good and reasonable prices. They had good weather for the whole occasion and I bet it was deemed a success as it took a lot of doing to see the whole thing including the old cars too. I had the best sirloin steak on the planet over at the Belmont Social Club while I listened to the beautiful music of Best Friends on Friday night. Oh that steak and baked potato was melt in your mouth delicious. I got to talk to both Mr. Johnny Z. and Mr. Johnny A. I guess it was my coming out dinner after being in the hospital. Jewell and Gladys were up there teaching others how to line dance, and it was a very good night for dancing. It is great when everyone is having fun. My poor outside dogs are spread out around the water bowl that is running over with water. Dont expect them to move unless there is something very exciting happening. Please try to keep extra water out for your pets and outside your yards so the other animals wont be trying to come inside the yard. As for this worthless Hugo, his best position here lately is in repose with all four feet in the air. If you call his name, he pops one of his eyes open to see if it is anything important. Lazy dog. Have a good week, and God Bless.
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The party Primary Runoff Election will be held July 31 from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. The last day to register to vote in this election is July 2. Interested parties can come to the County Clerks office and pick up a voter registration card. You must be registered 30 days prior to any election to be eligible to vote. If you have moved please come in and fill out a change of address form. In Gonzales County, Early Voting beginning July 21 at 8 a.m. and ending July 27 at 4:30 p.m. Early Voting locations will be at the Gonzales County Courthouse Annex, 1709 Sarah Dewitt in the County Clerks office across from Walmart, the City Building in Nixon, 100 W. 3rd St. and the City Building in Waelder at 300 Hwy 90W. On Election Day, polling locations will
be at the Gonzales County Courthouse, 414 St. Joseph, first floor, The City Building in Gonzales, 820 St. Joseph St., The American Legion Hall on Robertson in Gonzales, Gonzales County Nixon Annex, 603 N. Central in Nixon, Waelder City Building at 300 Hwy 90W and at JB Wells Jr. Park/ Multi-purpose Facility Show Barn Office., 2301 CR 97. Feel free to contact the Elections Administrator, Suzi Twomey, at 672-7642 or 6722801 with any questions. In Lavaca County, will be held July 23, 2012 thru July 27, 2012 in the Lavaca County Courthouse Annex. Please call the Lavaca County Clerks office at (361) 7983612 with any questions.
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Lynnea Fink, 2012 Gonzales High School Graduate is the recipient of the Monthalia United Methodist Brotherhood $1000 scholarship. In the fall she will be attending Tarleton State University to major in nursing. She is the daughter of George and Joy Fink. (Courtesy photo)
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tricts 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 students in grades 1-12 are eligible, and can take Accelerated reader tests for next school year credit. Summer Piano Lessons will be offered at the Gonzales Public Library. The lessons are for students age 8-18 with library members and registration can be done at the library by parent or guardian. Telephone registration will not be accepted. The Gonzales Learning Center wants to let folks know that were collecting gently used Christmas ornaments, lights, artificial trees, wreaths, dcor, and gift wrap for next years Christmas bazaar. Call 830-672-8291 to make arrangements to drop off your donation at the Learning Center, located at 1135 St. Paul. We can also pick up donations. For more information, send email to glcc@gvec. net. The Guadalupe Valley Family Violence Shelter, Inc. (GVFVS) is a non-profit organization providing services to both residents and non-residents that are victims of domestic violence and sexual assault in the counties of Gonzales, Guadalupe, Karnes and Wilson. GVFVS provides survivors with legal advocacy, case management, counseling, assistance with crime victims compensation and other services at no cost. For more information, call 830-372-2780 or 1-800-834-2033. The Gonzales Senior Citizens Center would like to invite anyone over 60 years of age to come and eat with them at 604 St. Michael St., Monday thru Friday. The center is open from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. We serve a hot delicious 1/3 RDA delicious meal noon each day. The cost of the meal is a $2.00 voluntary donation that is applied to the total cost of the meal. We would like some suggestions for activities that you would like to see at the Gonzales Center. There are also Senior Citizen Centers in Waelder, Smiley and Nixon. For more information about our activities, please call me, Helen Richter at 672-2613. For general public transportation call 672-7014 or 672-6469, and talk to Kari or Bobby. Please make your reservations as soon as you know you need transportation because it is on a first come first serve basis. Come and Speak It Toastmasters Club meets on the first and third Tuesdays of each month, from 12-1 p.m. at the Gonzales County Farm Bureau Community Room, located at 1731 Seydler Street. The Toastmasters environment is friendly and supportive whether you are a professional, student, stay-at-home parent or retiree, Toastmasters can give you the skills and confidence you need to express yourself in any situation. For more information contact Club President GK Willmann at 830-857-1109 or send email to gwillmann@gvec.org, or Gerri Lawing at 830-857-1207 or glawing@gvec.org.
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The Monthalia United Methodist Scholarship Fund dinner will be held on Friday, July 6. The meal will consist of half-Barbecue Chicken, beans, potato salad, including all the condiments. Serving time will be from 5-7 p.m., dine in or take out, $8 per plate. There will be a silent auction. Come out to enjoy good food and fellowship. If you are in need of a meal, Helping Hands, a non-profit, multi-church ministry would like to bless you with a free lunch. Meals will be distributed Saturday, June 30th beginning at 11 a.m. in the GCAM parking lot located at 708 St. Louis Street. Volunteers and donations are welcome. Contact Linda at 361275-1216. Gonzales High School Class of 1987 will hold its reunion July 14th, 7 p.m. until 11 p.m., 4-D Ranch, Waelder, TX. $25 per person if you are *not* staying at on-site hotel; $15 per person if you are staying at on-site hotel. Please RSVP by emailing Laura at laura. bremauntz@hp.com or Stephanie at stcamarillo@ On Saturday, June 23, people from Shiner and the surrounding communities yahoo.com.
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came together for the dedication of Shiner Catholic Schools newest addition, The Janak Music Center. The building is a state of the art music center that will serve students in grades K-12 beginning in the 2012-13 school year. This building was made possible through the extreme generosity of the Rita Janak family in memory of Ritas late husband, Leo Janak and the Dickson-Allen Foundation. Bishop David Fellhauer of the Diocese of Victoria was on hand for a special blessing and ribbon cutting ceremony. The dedication was followed by tours of the music center, live music, and a dinner provided by the Janak family. (Photo courtesy Scott Dierlam)
Moulton Elementary Library will be open again this summer, to all members of our community and all age students and adults. Some high school books by popular authors will be available. A max of 3 books per person will be allowed. The library will be open every Tuesday for 6 weeks, June 19 thru July 31. Hours: 10:00am 6:00pm. Call Debbie Novosad at 361-596-7616 if you have questions. Elementary registration will work differently this year in the Nixon-Smiley 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. 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. 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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Stewart Frazier of Gonzales graduated from Hardin-Simmons University during commencement ceremonies held Saturday, May 12, in HSUs Behrens Auditorium. Frazier graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English from the Cynthia Ann Parker College of Liberal Arts during one of two commencement ceremonies.
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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 selling tickets for a drawing, with the winners to be announced during intermisDon and Gladine Finch held a Meet and Greet for Jessica Bradshaw, candidate for US sion in the fireworks show. House District #34 on Friday 6-22 in their home in Nixon. Those shown in the picture GISD Summer Reading are from left are Donna Hunter, Gladine and Don Finch, Jessica Bradshaw, Maria Blanch, Sammy Martin and Ray Hause. (Photo by Mark Lube) Gonzales ISD students are invited to join the dis-
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late Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Martindale. Interment will follow at Memory Lawn Memorial Park in Martindale. Please sign our online guest registry at www. thomasonfuneralhome. com. Thomason Funeral Home, San Marcos, TX. (512) 396-2300. United Methodist Church in Gonzales for more then 50 years. Ozell loved doing needlework, she was very talented with her hands and she created beautiful needlepoint pieces, and lovely hook rugs and quilts. She enjoyed working in her yard and especially loved her family and spending time with them. Ozell was a wonderful Christian woman, a very sweet lady and a magnificent mother, grandmother and greatgrandmother. Her family rests assured that the best pies in the world came from Ozells kitchen. She led by example with her Christian faith. She was never judgmental, and maintained a do-right kind of approach to life. She once unselfishly kept in her kitchen and cared for her granddaughters baby deer while her granddaughter worked during the day, even as the baby deer became more and more of a handful to care for as it grew. Ozell did these things for the love of others. She had no sisters or brothers, but is survived by her only child and son-inlaw, Ruth Janet Laurence Smith and her husband Lynn, Jr., of Gonzales; granddaughters, Lynnette Cooper of Austin and Loy Smith of Bebe; and greatgrandchildren, Nicole Cooper and Slade Cooper and his wife Courtney of Austin. She is further survived by dear friends, Melissa Acker and Edward Michael Styre. She was preceded in death by her husband and parents. Funeral services were held on Wednesday June 27 in Seydler-Hill Funeral Home with Rev. Dianna Whitley officiating. Interment followed in Wrightsboro Cemetery. Pallbearers included: Paul Cooper, David Hallmark, Billy Hymann, Donnie Kifer, Pal Lester and Anthony Polk. Honorary Pallbearers included: Jim Logan and Kenneth Witten. Memorials may be made to the Presbyterian Church College Scholarship Fund. Services were under the care and direction of Seydler-Hill Funeral Home. Emily Ann Boehm of Shiner passed away on Tuesday, June 19 at the age of 90 years, 4 months and 29 days. A rosary was recited on Friday, June 22 at Buffington Funeral Home. Funeral services were held at Sts. Cyril and Methodius Catholic Church on Saturday, June 23 with Father Kirby Hlavata officiating, followed by burial at the Shiner Catholic Cemetery under the direction of Buffington Funeral Home in Shiner. Pallbearers were sons, T. Joe Boehm, Eugene Boehm, A. Robert Boehm, and Martin Boehm; and grandsons, Jeff Boehm, Edward Boehm, Marty Boehm, and Jon Fisher. Emily was born on January 20, 1922 in Komensky to the late Jim Pavlicek and Emilie Gieptner Pavlicek. She was married to Alvin J. Boehm in November 1941. She spent the majority of her life in Shiner raising her children. An active member of Sts. Cyril & Methodius Catholic Church, she belonged to the Catholic Daughters, Altar Society, and KJZT. She also volunteered as a Pink Lady at the Shiner Hospital, was a Den Mother with the Boy Scouts and took part in countless school related activities involving her children and grandchildren. Emily will be lovingly remembered by her four sons, T. Joe Boehm and wife Elizabeth, Eugene Boehm and wife Josie, A. Robert Boehm and wife Patsy and Martin Boehm and wife Dolly, all of Shiner; two daughters, Donna Boehm of Schertz and Yvonne Boehm Fisher of New Braunfels; one sister, Georgiann Barta of Flatonia; one brother-in-law, Edwin Buck Boehm of Shiner; one sister-in-law, DeLois Pavlicek of Lubbock; 13 grandchildren; 23 greatgrandchildren and one great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alvin on June 26, 2001; her mother; father; step-mother and three brothers. Words of comfort may be shared with the family at www.buffingtonfuneralhomeshiner.com. Buffington Funeral Home, 520 N. Ave C, Shiner, Texas 77984, 361-5943352. Beverly Ann Hermann, 74 of Brenham, passed away June 25, 2012. Beverly was born June 11, 1938 in Gonzales to Alfred Knolle and Ina John (Gibson) Hermann. She was a graduate of Gonzales High School and Texas Tech University. For 35 years, she taught elementary school students in the Lubbock ISD. She was preceded in death by her parents. Her loving family includes: brothers, Alfred K. Hermann, Jr. and wife, Alice of Gonzales, John A. Hermann and wife Patsy of Brenham; niece Jennifer J. Hermann; nephew, Alfred K. Trey Hermann, III and wife Diane; great nieces Jordan Paige Hermann, Tyler Leigh Hermann and Sydney Jon Hermann; and her beloved dog Abbie. Funeral services will be held Friday, June 29th at 10 a.m. in Brenhams First Baptist Church with Mr. Charlie Matejowsky and Dr. Charles Walton officiating. Interment will follow in Prairie Lea Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Clay Hermann, Alfred K. Trey Hermann III, Gregg Appel, William H. Betts, Jr., Jarvis Van Dyke, Dennis Kutach, and John Hasskarl. Honorary pallbearers will be Arthur G. Hermann, Eddie Van Dyke, and Dr. R.C. Hermann. Memorials may be given to Brenhams First Baptist Church, Audio Video Fund or your charity of choice. Services are in the care of Brenham Memorial Chapel, 2300 Stringer St., Brenham 77833. 979-836-3611 Tributes to the family may be sent online to www.brenham-memorial-chapel. com.
Manuel Jesse Cruz, 1949-2012 Manuel Jesse Cruz, 63 of Maxwell, passed away, Saturday, June 23 in Austin surrounded by his loving family. Manuel was born in San Marcos on April 11, 1949 to Vicente Cruz and Dolores Ramirez Cruz. Cruz worked for Hyden Highway Hauling for over 30 years as a truck driver. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Rosalinda Cruz. He is survived by his parents; his loving wife of over 44 years, Janie Salinas Cruz; daughter, Cynthia Cruz of Maxwell; son, Michael Cruz and his wife, Georgina, of San Marcos; son, Patrick Cruz and his wife, Marissa of Maxwell; daughter, Ana Cruz of Kyle; sisters, Janie Salinas of Maxwell and Virginia Riojas of Dripping Springs; grandchildren, Victoria, Johnathan, Elizabeth, Maryah, Isabella, Patrick, Jr. and one on the way, Dominic Manuel. A memorial was held on Wednesday, June 27 at the Thomason Funeral Home in San Marcos with a Recitation of the Holy Rosary. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on today at 10 a.m. at the Immacu-
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This weeks Main Street Summer Concert Series event featured El Grupo Vida, The Electric Cowboys and the crossover country/Tejano band had everyone rocking. The weeks fun also included the alwaysfun Limbo contest and also a display of both sport and work tractors. Photos by Dave Mundy
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The Guadalupe Valley Telephone Cooperative (GVTC) celebrated the opening of its new retail office in Gonzales June 20 with a reception which drew a sizeable crowd of local digitaries and enthusiastic future customers. The new office is located in the RandleRather Building at 427 St. George St. As part of the ceremonies, the GVTC Foundation presented a $10,000 check to directors of the Gonzales Youth Center to help the center re-build and refurbish. Vandals ransacked the GYC building several weeks ago, stealing several computers and other equipment and vandalizing the building by discharging fire extinguishers, cuasing extensive damage to not only furnishing and equipment but also priceless historic photos. CEO Ritchie Sorrells told the gathering that GVTC will be investing $7 million to expand its fiber optics network into the city of Gonzales making Gonzales one of the few communities its size around the country with fiber optics. GVTC will offer its complete suite of services to Gonzales residents and businesses, including high-definition cable television, broadband with up to 80/20 Mbps Internet connection speeds, phone and security monitoring. Customers will also have the option to bundle up to four of GVTCs
The Gonzales Youth Center was the beneficiary of a $10,000 donation from the GVTC Foundation during grand opening ceremonies for the cooperatives new Gonzales retail location June 20. (Photo by Dave Mundy)
Cutting the ribbon at the grand opening are, from left, Gonzales Mayor Bobby Logan, Chamber of Commerce director Barbara Hand, GVTC president Chuck Knibbe, CEO Ritchie Sorrells and Gonzales City Manager Allen Barnes. (Photo by Dave Mundy)
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ROUND ROCK Mesquite Independent School District teachers gained first-hand experience from experts in the industrial minerals mining fields at the Texas Mining and Reclamation Associations fourth annual Summer Industrial Minerals Institute centered in Round Rock on June 10-15.
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Highlights of the workshop included tours of the Acme Brick Company, Texas Quarries, the clay pit at Southern Clay Products, and the Marble Falls Quarry at Capitol Aggregates. Eighteen teachers spent five days with industry experts learning the ins and outs of mining industrial minerals. Texas is the #1 producer in our country of industrial miner-
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teachers, said Francye Hutchins, Education Director for TMRA. By touring our member companies sites, educators saw how the industry has brought about new technologies to make the production of aggregates as efficient and environmentally-responsible as possible. Teachers learn how important natural resources are to our modern lifestyle and how vital jobs
are in this field. TMRA partnered for the program this year with the Curriculum & Instruction Department at Texas A&M University Commerce. The Department received an approximately $115,000 oneyear grant from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to fund a program called Geology for Elementary Teachers.
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Have you noticed the Texas and Come & Take It Flags flying around the square? These are provided by Main Street and we thank them very much for this as they look very nice. No other city can fly this flag we call the Come & Take It, so its proper that we do so proudly, along with the Texas flag. This Friday night is the last concert of the year, so if youve not made it yet, try to do so! It will be 50s music by Vince Vance and the Valiants. They will end the season with a big Fourth of July Star Spangled Banner Spectacular opening at 10 a.m. on July 4, with a barbecue cookoff and theyll end with fireworks. If you are interested in having a food booth for Come & Take It, there are a couple of vacancies, so call now. We are trying to finalize our Come & Take It Sponsorship list, so if you are interested in that, call to talk with us about the best way to promote your business and help your community at the same time. We need to get this done quickly so
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Barbara Hand is the Executive Director of the Gonzales Chamber of Commerce.
Members of the Gonzales Chamber of Commerce were on hand at Apex Remington Pipe and Supply Friday morning for we can get the most pub- a ribbon cutting for the business that moved from Shiner to Gonzales. Pictured are Bobby Logan, Robert Edison, Roy Beaver, David Kuntschik, Greg Philippus, Shane Brzozowski, Colby Forrester, Calvin Cannon, Sharon Barta, Mike Lopez, licity and benefit for the RJ Villarreal, Charlie Gray, Mike Stovall, Wayne Hollan, Barbara Hand, Crissy ONeal, Peggy Barnett, Jeff Patteson, Linda sponsors out of it. We Whitley and Jason Hoover. (Photo by Mark Lube)
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need the brochures and posters out now! St. George Street is now open, so you can park and visit the businesses along there that are all so happy to have this construction behind them. Drive around the block and check out the street. There is still a little work to be done, but not much. The Chamber and EBarr Feed Store have tickets for the PBR bull riding on July 7, so get them early and plan to go. South Texas Tours Team Roping will be at the J. B. Wells Park on Thursday, Bar-J Team Roping will be there on Friday and Lisa McLoughlin Riding Clinic will be there Saturday Next Concept takes home three 1st place trophies in the Luling Watermelon Thump Car Show. Pictured from left are and Sunday. Anthony Kuntschik, CJ Watts , Isaac Anzaldua, Cal Watts. Not pictured is Gunny Almaguer. (Courtesy Photo)
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The Gonzales Livestock Market Report for Saturday, June 23, 2012 had on hand: 994 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: 150300 lbs., $205-$265; 300-400 lbs, $195-$200; 400-500 lbs, $180$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: 150300 lbs, $186-$235; 300-400 lbs, $178-$184; 400-500 lbs, $161-
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$173; 500-600 lbs., $144-$159; 600-700 lbs., $135-$142. Packers cows: Good lean utility and commercial, $74-$84; Cutters, $84-$91.50; Canners, $56-$66; Low yielding fat cows, $61-$71. Packer bulls: Yield grade 1 & 2, good heavy bulls; $101-$109; light weights and medium quality bulls, $89-$98. Stocker Cows: $850-$1,280. Pairs: $1,050-$1,475. Thank you for your business!! View our sale live at cattleusa. com! June 25, 2012, Volume, 741. Steers: 200-300 lbs, $193 to $203 to $240; 300-400 lbs., $172 to $182 to $225; 400-500 lbs, $145 to $155 to $183; 500-600 lbs, $134 to $144 to $163; 600700 lbs, $123 to $133 to $146; 700-800 lbs, $115 to $125 to $139. Heifers: 200-300 lbs, $173 to $183 to $208; 300-400 lbs, $161 to $171 to $205; 400-500 lbs, $136 to $146 to $173; 500-600 lbs, $127 to $137 to $156; 600700 lbs, $117 to $127 to $136; 700-800 lbs, $119 to $124 to $128. Slaughter cows: $60 to $89; Slaughter bulls: $95 to $105; Stocker cows: $850 to $1,200; Pairs, $1,000 to $1,500. Notices: We will be closed next week on July 2, 2012 for Fourth of July.
under 200 lbs, $220-270; 200300 lbs, $180-$260; 300-400 lbs, $170-$190; 400-500 lbs, $149$172; 500-600 lbs, $132-$158; 600-700 lbs, $125-$141; 700-800 lbs, $114-$131. If we can help with marketing your livestock, please call 361798-4336. No Sale Tuesday, July 3rd.
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The Hallettsville Livestock Commission Co., Inc. had on hand on June 19, 2012, 1,427; Week ago, 1,114; Year ago, 1,319. The calf market was lower this week. Light weight classes continued strong. Classes 500 lbs and up sold $3 to $6 lower. Higher corn and lower fat market is pressuring calves.. Packer cows and bulls sold $2 to $3 higher on approx.. 280 hd. Total. Packer Cows: higher dressing utility & cutter cows, $81-$92; lower dressing utility & cutter cows, $66-$81; light weight canner cows, $56-$66. Packer Bulls: heavyweight bulls, $101-$109.50; utility & cutter bulls, $88-$101; lightweight canner bulls, $76-$88. Stocker and Feeder Calves and Yearlings: Steer & Bull Calves: under 200; $230-$280; 200-300 lbs, $220-$280; 300-400 lbs, $190-$235; 400-500 lbs, $175$192.50; 500-600lbs, $140-$175; 600-700 lbs, $135-$155; 700-800 lbs, $128-$143. Heifer Calves:
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Cuero Livestock Market Report on June 22, 2012, had 1,166 head. Had 136 cows and 13 bulls. The cow and bull market was on average about $2/cwt higher. The inventory of meat was low and some ran short as cow sales were down in some areas. The calf market was surprisingly strong as many commented it is higher than it has been all week. Good active demand on all weights. Calves in good (not too fat) condition were really strong. Packer Bulls: Hvy. Wts., $93$108.50; lower grades, $70-$87. Packer cows: boning, $65-$85; cutter, $65-$94; canners, $50$79. Palpated dry Cows: 490-$99; young, $75-$119. Pairs: $650-$1,625. Steer Calves: under 200 lbs, none; 200-250 lbs $235-$275; 250-300 lbs, $225-$248.50; 300350 lbs, $182-$227.50; 350-400 lbs, $177-$214; 400-450 lbs, $164-$190; 450-500 lbs, $137$180; 500-600 lbs, $140-$170; 600-700 lbs, $135-$153; 700-800 lbs, $136-$144. Over 700 lbs. bulls, $100-$136. Heifer Calves: under 200 lbs, $197-$255; 200-250 lbs, none; 250-300 lbs, $179-$189; 300350 lbs, $172-$181; 350-400 lbs, $148-$175; 400-450 lbs, $150$174; 450-500 lbs, $142-$167; 500-600 lbs, $142-$155; 600-700 lbs., $131-$144; over 700 lbs, $114-$131.
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Total Depth: 16,300 feet Direction and Miles: 8.9 miles southwest of Gonzales Survey Name: W. Newman, A-362 Acres: 247.60 Lavaca County API No.: 42-285-30515 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Re-Entry Operator: Magnum Producing LP Lease Name: Briscoe B Well No.: 1 Field Name: Sheridan SW (Wilcox 8200) Total Depth: 8,400 feet Direction and Miles: 5.7 miles southeast of Sheridan Survey Name: HT and B RR Co, Section 3, A-247 Acres: 80 Recent oil and gas completions according to reports from the Texas Railroad Commission DeWitt County API No.: 42-123-32694 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: Pioneer Natural Res. USA Inc. Lease Name: Wild 01 Well No.: 1H Field Name: DeWitt (Eagle Ford Shale) Survey Name: A. Lockhart, A-24 Direction and Miles: 4.62 miles northwest of Cuero Oil: 97 MCF: 3,030 Choke Size: 9/64 of an inch Tubing Pressure: 8,832 Shut In Well Pressure: 9,515 Total Depth: 18,672 feet Perforations: 14,220-18,672 feet Gonzales County API No.: 42-177-32240 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: Forest Oil Corp. Lease Name: Carter Well No.: 1H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Survey Name: W. Erskine, A-204 Direction and Miles: 3.2 miles northwest from Nixon Oil: 124 MCF: 18 Choke Size: 28/64 of an inch Pumping: Yes Total Depth: 11,972 feet Plug Back Depth: 11,787 feet Perforations: 10,968-11,759 feet API No.: 42-177-32387 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: EOG Resources Inc. Lease Name: Guadalupe Unit Well No.: 6H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Survey Name: J. McCoy, A-45 Direction and Miles: 1.8 miles southwest of Dreyer Oil: 3,566 MCF: 4,157 Choke Size: 30/64 of an inch Flowing: Yes Tubing Pressure: 2,945 Total Depth: 18,004 feet Plug Back Depth: 17,922 feet Perforations: 11,887-17,911 feet API No.: 42-177-32419 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: EOG Resources Inc. Lease Name: Guadalupe Unit Well No.: 5H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Survey Name: J. McCoy, A-45 Direction and Miles: 1.8 miles southwest of Dreyer Oil: 2,012 MCF: 1,728 Choke Size: 20/64 of an inch Flowing: Yes Tubing Pressure: 4,304 Total Depth: 16,747 feet Plug Back Depth: 16,665 feet Perforations: 11,810-16,650 feet API No.: 42-177-32433 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: EOG Resources Inc. Lease Name: Guadalupe Unit Well No.: 8H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Survey Name: J. McCoy, A-45 Direction and Miles: 1.8 miles southwest of Dreyer Oil: 1,874 MCF: 2,233 Choke Size: 30/64 of an inch Flowing: Yes Tubing Pressure: 1,676 Total Depth: 16,522 feet Plug Back Depth: 16,439 feet Perforations: 11,815-16,428 feet API No.: 42-177-32437 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: EOG Resources Inc. Lease Name: Guadalupe Unit Well No.: 7H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Survey Name: J. McCoy, A-45 Direction and Miles: 1.8 miles southwest of Dreyer Oil: 1,971 MCF: 1,528 Choke Size: 18/64 of an inch Flowing: Yes Tubing Pressure: 3,903 Total Depth: 17,204 feet Plug Back Depth: 17,118 feet Perforations: 11,760-17,106 feet API No.: 42-177-32471 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: Kelley-Wilson Unit Lease Name: Kelley-Wilson Unit Well No.: 2H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Survey Name: S.O. Pettus, A-381 Direction and Miles: 13.1 miles southeast from Cost Oil: 2,030 MCF: 2,430 Choke Size: 32/64 of an inch Flowing: Yes Tubing Pressure: 1,721 Total Depth: 17,345 feet Plug Back Depth: 17,263 feet Perforations: 11,708-17,253 feet API No.: 42-177-32466 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: Kelley-Wilson Unit Lease Name: Kelley-Wilson Unit Well No.: 1H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Survey Name: S.O. Pettus, A-381 Direction and Miles: 13.1 miles southeast from Cost Oil: 1,677 MCF: 1,954 Choke Size: 32/64 of an inch Flowing: Yes Tubing Pressure: 1,402
Recent well location reports from the Texas Railroad Commission DeWitt County API No.: 42-123-32807 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: Petrohawk Operating Company Lease Name: Willeke A Well No.: 2H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-2) Total Depth: 14,000 feet Direction and Miles: 9.7 miles northwest of Yorktown Survey Name: I RR Co, Section 60, A-587 Acres: 572.71 API No.: 42-123-32810 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: Rosetta Resources Operating LP Lease Name: Klotzman Unit A Well No.: 6 Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-2) Total Depth: 12,500 feet Direction and Miles: 5.9 miles southwest of Sample Survey Name: I. Baker, A-89 Acres: 407.44 API No.: 42-123-32811 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: Rosetta Resources Operating LP Lease Name: Klotzman Unit A Well No.: 7 Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-2) Total Depth: 12,500 feet Direction and Miles: 5.9 miles southwest of Sample Survey Name: J.E. Ross, A-403 Acres: 407.44 API No.: 42-123-32809 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: Rosetta Resources Operating LP Lease Name: Klotzman Unit A Well No.: 5 Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-2) Total Depth: 12,500 feet Direction and Miles: 5.9 miles southwest of Sample Survey Name: J.E. Ross, A-403 Acres: 407.44 API No.: 42-123-32808 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: Rosetta Resources Operating LP Lease Name: Klotzman Unit A Well No.: 4 Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-2) Total Depth: 12,500 feet Direction and Miles: 5.9 miles southwest of Sample Survey Name: J.E. Ross, A-403 Acres: 407.44 API No.: 42-123-32812 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: Burlington Resources O and G Co. LP Lease Name: Steen Unit B Well No.: 1 Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-2) Total Depth: 12,700 feet Direction and Miles: 10 miles northeast of Westhoff Survey Name: D. Davis, A-12 Acres: 239.90 API No.: 42-123-32813 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: Burlington Resources O and G Co. LP Lease Name: Hartman Unit A Well No.: 2
Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-2) Total Depth: 14,100 feet Direction and Miles: 3.9 miles northwest of Nordheim Survey Name: W. Quinn, A-394 Acres: 671.30 Gonzales County API No.: 42-177-32589 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: EOG Resources Inc. Lease Name: HB Unit Well No.: 5H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Total Depth: 12,000 feet Direction and Miles: 27.7 miles northeast of Glaze City Survey Name: D. Gray, A-517 Acres: 640 API No.: 42-177-31362 Classification: Wildcat and Re-Entry Operator: Don H. Ford and Assoc. Lease Name: Betty Blue Mohrmann Well No.: 1 Field Name: Wildcat Total Depth: 8,475 feet Direction and Miles: 3 miles east of Gonzales Survey Name: E. Mitchell, A-337 Acres: 80 API No.: 42-177-32590 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: Forest Oil Corp. Lease Name: Tinsley Well No.: 1H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Total Depth: 13,800 feet Direction and Miles: 7.7 miles southwest of Smiley Survey Name: G.W. Barnett, A-110 Acres: 705 API No.: 42-177-32597 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: Forest Oil Corp. Lease Name: LaughlinCook Well No.: 1H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Total Depth: 13,800 feet Direction and Miles: 4.3 miles southeast of Smiley Survey Name: H. Earthman, A-202 Acres: 1,030.71 API No.: 42-177-32592 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: Forest Oil Corp. Lease Name: VickersBraune Well No.: 1H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Total Depth: 13,200 feet Direction and Miles: 9.7 miles northeast of Gonzales Survey Name: Gonzales CSL, A-230 Acres: 615.74 API No.: 42-177-32593 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: Forest Oil Corp. Lease Name: Sample-Vana Well No.: 1H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Total Depth: 13,200 feet Direction and Miles: 8.8 miles southwest of Smiley Survey Name: G.W. Barnett, A-110 Acres: 549.15 API No.: 42-177-32594 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: Marathon Oil EF LLC Lease Name: Janik-Lepere Well No.: 1H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1)
Total Depth: 16,750 feet Plug Back Depth: 16,667 feet Perforations: 11,865-16,654 feet API No.: 42-177-32449 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: EOG Resources Inc. Lease Name: Lester Ranch Unit Well No.: 5H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Survey Name: T. Davis, A-178 Direction and Miles: 9.6 miles southeast of Cost Oil: 1,421 MCF: 1,078 Choke Size: 30/64 of an inch Flowing: Yes Tubing Pressure: 857 Total Depth: 14,610 feet Plug Back Depth: 14,528 feet Perforations: 10,932-14,513 feet API No.: 42-177-32450 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: EOG Resources Inc. Lease Name: Lester Ranch Unit Well No.: 2H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Survey Name: T. Davis, A-178 Direction and Miles: 9.6 miles southeast of Cost Oil: 820 MCF: 671 Choke Size: 30/64 of an inch Flowing: Yes Tubing Pressure: 803 Total Depth: 14,406 feet Plug Back Depth: 14,325 feet Perforations: 10,971-14,315 feet API No.: 42-177-32448 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: EOG Resources Inc. Lease Name: Lester Ranch Unit Well No.: 3H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Survey Name: T. Davis, A-178 Direction and Miles: 9.6 miles southeast of Cost Oil: 1,326 MCF: 988 Choke Size: 30/64 of an inch Flowing: Yes Tubing Pressure: 914 Total Depth: 14,862 feet Plug Back Depth: 14,780 feet Perforations: 10,907-14,770 feet API No.: 42-177-32505 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: EOG Resources Inc. Lease Name: Borchers Koenning Unit Well No.: 2H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Survey Name: J.L. Wood, A-473 Direction and Miles: 5 miles northwest of Westhoff Oil: 1,575 MCF: 1,765 Choke Size: 32/64 of an inch Flowing: Yes Tubing Pressure: 1,295 Total Depth: 15,208 feet Plug Back Depth: 15,118 feet Perforations: 11,051-15,108 feet API No.: 42-177-32498 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: EOG Resources
Inc. Lease Name: Borchers Koenning Unit Well No.: 1H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Survey Name: J.L. Wood, A-473 Direction and Miles: 5 miles northwest of Westhoff Oil: 1,630 MCF: 1,750 Choke Size: 32/64 of an inch Flowing: Yes Tubing Pressure: 1,327 Total Depth: 15,055 feet Plug Back Depth: 14,972 feet Perforations: 11,025-14,962 feet API No.: 42-177-32495 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: EOG Resources Inc. Lease Name: Dreyer Unit Well No.: 16H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Survey Name: J. McCoy, A-44 Direction and Miles: 1.3 miles northwest from Dreyer Oil: 888 MCF: 1,295 Choke Size: 30/64 of an inch Flowing: Yes Tubing Pressure: 701 Total Depth: 16,460 feet Plug Back Depth: 16,378 feet Perforations: 11,895-15,450 feet API No.: 42-177-32525 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: EOG Resources Inc. Lease Name: Dreyer Unit Well No.: 15H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-1) Survey Name: J. McCoy, A-44 Direction and Miles: 1.3 miles northwest from Dreyer Oil: 1,108 MCF: 1,468 Choke Size: 30/64 of an inch Flowing: Yes Tubing Pressure: 836 Total Depth: 15,881 feet Plug Back Depth: 15,799 feet Perforations: 11,831-15,595 feet Lavaca County API No.: 42-285-33632 Classification: Fld. Dev. and Horizontal Operator: Penn Virginia Oil and Gas LP Lease Name: Schacherl Unit Well No.: 1H Field Name: Eagleville (Eagle Ford-2) Survey Name: H. Russell, A-376 Direction and Miles: 4 miles southwest of Moulton Oil: 1,155 MCF: 733 Choke Size: 14/64 of an inch Flowing: Yes Tubing Pressure: 3,311 Total Depth: 17,425 feet Perforations: 11,877-17,330 feet API No.: 42-285-33557 Classification: Wildcat and Horizontal Operator: Pioneer Natural Res. USA Inc. Lease Name: Etzler Gas Unit Well No.: 1 Field Name: Wildcat Survey Name: S.M. Morris, A-31 Direction and Miles: 2.7 miles southeast of Sweet Home Oil: 0 MCF: 256 Choke Size: 38/64 of an inch Tubing Pressure: 860 Shut In Well Pressure: 7,300 Total Depth: 18,750 feet Perforations: Not Reported
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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 college training if qualified. For more info call 512-6657327
HELP WANTED
Wanted: Part-time Sales Support. Apply at fastenal.com on line. -------------------------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 and Certified Nurse Aides. Uniform allowance provided. Please apply at The Heights of Gonza-
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les, 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. -------------------------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.
Project Information The City of Gonzales, Texas is currently seeking qualifications and proposals to facilitate a workshop or series of workshops to assist in the development of long term goals and objectives for the City. The City also desires to develop a vision for the City as well as short term goals and objectives. Project Description Vision-Gonzales is currently experiencing a significant level of growth for the first time in its existence. The City Council desires to develop, along with staff, a common vision for the future of the community. Long Term Goals and Objectives-The City is working with Texas A&M Universitys Urban Planning Department to develop the Citys first comprehensive plan in over 50 years. As part of this process, the Council desires to develop a common set of goals and objectives that can be followed to achieve its vision. These goals and objectives should extend out for 10 to 15 years and should be revisited annually. Short Term Goals and Objectives-The City desires to establish annual goals and objectives established to attain the long term goals and objectives. The short term goals and objectives will also be used as a way to measure the effectiveness of staff in steering the City toward the vision. They will also serve as a benchmark to determine the direction of the City. Scope of Services The consultant shall accomplish the following: Facilitate the development of a shared vision for the future of Gonzales Facilitate the development of goals and objectives for the City for the next ten to fifteen years Facilitate the development of specific goals and objectives for the City for 2012-2014 Facilitate the development of action plans that will lead to the achievement of both long term and short term goals. These actions plans should include but not be limited to: 1. Identification specific goals and underlying tasks for the Council. They should include realistic dates for completion and should prioritize the work. 2. Identify the responsible parties for completion of the tasks 3. Process for finalization, approval and implementation of Action Plans. 4. Conduct at least one (1) Town Hall type meeting to gather input from the Citizens of Gonzales. 5. Conduct at least two (2) meetings with the City Council and Staff. These meetings may be held on consecutive days. Proposal Requirements Submittals shall be limited to eight (8) pages, excluding resumes and front and back covers. Four (4) paper copies of the proposals and qualifications and one (1) electronic version in PDF format shall be submitted. The format of the response shall be as follows: A letter of interest, including a statement of availability of dates to hold the meetings. It is preferred that the meetings take place in August or September 2012. These are preferred dates only. Experience and qualifications, including resumes of the staff assigned to the project. A calendar of meetings proposed under this request. A demonstration of the firms understanding of the project through an outline of their suggested approach to the project. References including names and telephone numbers of previous clients with similar projects. A proposed contract for services described in the proposal Selection Criteria Consultation selection will be based on previous experience on similar projects, knowledge and expertise of the field, and demonstration of an understanding of the project by description of proposed approach. The City will also base its decision, in part, upon response of references. We will notify all consultants submitting a proposal of our selection. Criteria will be weighted as follows: Facilitation and Goals and Objectives experience50% Local Government Experience25% Experience developing and writing action plans15% Cost of proposal10% Terms and Conditions 1. The City Council reserves the right to accept or reject any and all proposals, and to waive minor irregularities in any proposal. 2. The City reserves the right to request clarification of information submitted and to request additional information from any proposer. 3. The City reserves the right to award any contract to the next most qualified contractor, if the successful contractor does not begin execution of the contract within three (3) days of the agreed upon start of the process. 4. Any proposal may be withdrawn up until the date and time set for the opening of the proposals. Upon opening the proposals shall be considered legally binding for a period of 30 days and may not be withdrawn after opening. 5. The contract resulting from acceptance of a proposal by the City shall be in a form acceptable to the City of Gonzales. 6. The City shall not be responsible for any costs incurred by the firm in preparing, submitting, or presenting its response to this RFQ/RFP. 7. All bid documents are public record and subject to disclosure 8. Any proposal received after the opening time below will be returned to its sender unopened. Delivery Instructions The responses to this proposal shall be submitted in a sealed container. On the label or envelope it shall contain the wording, sealed proposal for Goals Facilitiation Proposals shall be addressed to: Candice Witzkoske, City Secretary City of Gonzales 820 St. Paul Street P.O. Box 547 Gonzales, Texas 78629 Proposals will be opened at 2:00 PM Tuesday July 3 at the Gonzales City Hall, 820 St. Paul Street, Gonzales, Texas 78629.
Request for Qualifications and Proposal City of Gonzales City Council and Staff Goals and Objectives Workshop Facilitation
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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.
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Notice to Citizens of Gonzales

McCoys Tree Surgery will be trimming trees in the City of Gonzales beginning July 9, 2012 for 4-5 weeks. Notices will be sent to property owners prior to trimming trees.
HELP WANTED HELP WANTED HELP WANTED
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
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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 will-
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ing 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
4-Family Yard Sale. 836 St. Andrew. Friday, June 29th, 4p.m.-7p.m.; Saturday, June 30, 8a.m.12 noon. Lots of MW-C clothes, shoes & much more. -------------------------Garage Sale: Saturday, June 30, 8-Noon. 206 St. Paul . Lots of everything. Furniture, summer clothes, books, toys. -------------------------Friday, June 29th and Saturday, June 30th. 8-3. 203 Main St. (off of Water St.) A little bit of everything. -------------------------Garage Sale: Sat., June 30. 7 a.m. 12. 112 St. George. Clothes, shoes, toys, & much more.
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Unique BBQ Pit, Stagecoach. Includes Electric Rotisserie $275. Call 512-917-4078. -------------------------Gasoline operated Hedger, $125; 5 HP Tiller, $200. Both in excellent condition. 361-208-3565. (07-
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19-12) -------------------------Craftsman Riding Mower. 30 Mower/ Mulcher. 13.5 HP Model 536.270300. Purchased April 2011..used 6 times.
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Exc. Condition. $600.00. 830-5600238. (07-19-12) -------------------------Electric Hospital bed, $150; Dining table w/4 swivel chairs, $25; Por-
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table sewing machine w/table, $25. 582-1120. (07-1912) -------------------------Stain Glass Window, white tail deer. $275. 512-917-
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4078.(07-05-12) -------------------------Utility trailer. All wired for lights. Current tag. $375. 512-917-4078. (0705-12) --------------------------
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Kitchen Pride Mushroom Farms has immediate full-time positions available for
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
A Medical Nursing Staffing Agency
Harvesting Support
New entry level wages. We offer 401k, vacation and life insurance. Apply at Kitchen Pride Mushroom Farms, Inc. County Road 348, Gonzales, TX. 830.540.4516. KPMF is an EOE.
Looking for RNs, LVNs, CNAs, Sitters, to cover shifts in surrounding areas.
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
Call 672-7100 to place your Help Wanted Ads or any classified ad. HELP WANTED
All interested parties are encouraged to attend. Please visit the City website at www.cityofgonzales.org or City Hall to view Agenda.
Office: (361)221-2324 Cell: (361)772-1705
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.
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CITATION BY PUBLICATION
CLERK OF THE COURT: Sandra J. Baker Gonzales County Courthouse 414 N. St. Joseph St., #300 Gonzales, TX 78629 PLAINTIFFS ATTORNEY Joseph Harney J. Reese Buchanan P.C. 3765 So. Alameda, Suite 304 Corpus Christi, TX 78411 THE STATE OF TEXAS
NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: You have been sued. You may employ an attorney. If you or your attorney do not file a written answer with the clerk who issued this citation by 10:00 a.m. on the Monday next following the expiration of forty-two (42) days after the date of issuance of this citation and petition, a default judgment may be taken against you, Jeanette Thomas, Dorice Edwards, Louise Jones, Henry Clark, Martha Clark, Thomas Yancy Clark, George Clark, Nina Clark, Willie Clark, Adeline Clark, Joe Clark, James Clark, William Minor, Jason Minor, Thelma Lee Minor, Deandre Larry, Dwayne Forte, Denise Marshall, Ellis Clark, Beatrice Clark, Janie M. Rose and Nimrod Meriwether. TO: Jeanette Thomas, Dorice Edwards, Louise Jones, Henry Clark, Martha Clark, Thomas Yancy Clark, George Clark, Nina Clark, Willie Clark, Adeline Clark, Joe Clark, James Clark, William Minor, Jason Minor, Thelma Lee Minor, Deandre Larry, Dwayne Forte, Denise Marshall, Ellis Clark, Beatrice Clark, Janie M. Rose and Nimrod Meriwether and THEIR HEIRS, KNOWN OR UNKNOWN, IF SAID PERSONS BE DECEASED, Defendants in the cause herein described. You and each of you are hereby commanded to appear and answer before the 25th Judicial District Court, at the Gonzales County Courthouse in Gonzales, Gonzales County, Texas, at or before 9:00 oclock a.m. on the first Monday after the expiration of forty-two (42) days from the date of issuance hereof, being at or before 10:00 a.m. on Monday, the 2nd day of August, 2012, then and there to answer the petition of EOG Resources, Inc, in Cause No. 24,903, styled EOG Resources, Inc. v. Jeanette Thomas, Dorice Edwards, Louise Jones, Henry Clark, Martha Clark, Thomas Yancy Clark, George Clark, Nina Clark, Willie Clark, Adeline Clark, Joe Clark, James Clark, William Minor, Jason Minor, Thelma Lee Minor, Deandre Larry, Dwayne Forte, Denise Marshall, Ellis Clark, Beatrice Clark, Janie M. Rose and Nimrod Meriwether, et al, wherein the said EOG Resources, Inc., is Plaintiff, and the said Jeanette Thomas, Dorice Edwards, Louise Jones, Henry Clark, Martha Clark, Thomas Yancy Clark, George Clark, Nina Clark, Willie Clark, Adeline Clark, Joe Clark, James Clark, William Minor, Jason Minor, Thelma Lee Minor, Deandre Larry, Dwayne Forte, Denise Marshall, Ellis Clark, Beatrice Clark, Janie M. Rose and Nimrod Meriwether, and THEIR HEIRS, KNOWN OR UNKNOWN, IF SAID PERSONS BE DECEASED, are Defendants. The said petition, filed on the 19th day of June, 2012, discloses that the nature of said suit is as follows: This suit is brought to have a receiver appointed under the provisions of Section 64.091 of the Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code for undivided mineral interests owned by the Defendants in the following described lands in Gonzales County, Texas, to-wit: A tract of land consisting of 165.05 acres, more or less, out of the William Simpson Survey, Abstract 426, Gonzales County, Texas, being the same land described as the following eight (8) tracts of land, to wit: TRACT 1: 17.05 acres, more or less, out of the Wilson Simpson 1/3rd League, Abstract 426, and being part of the land described in a Deed dated October 12, 1897, recorded at Volume 71, Page 258 of the Deed Records of Gonzales County, Texas, from J. W. Carson to Lewis Clark and Henry Clark, LESS and EXCEPT that certain 39.35 acre tract described in a Warranty Deed dated April 30, 1971, recorded at Volume 375, Page 363 of the Deed Records of Gonzales County, Texas, from Vietta Kelley, et al, to Emmet J. Baker; TRACT 2: 19.60 acres, more or less, being the land described as the Ninth Tract in a Partition Deed dated October 3, 1885, recorded at Volume 206, Page 54 of the Deed Records of Gonzales County, Texas, from Robert Clark, et al, to Robert Clark; TRACT 3: 21.40 acres, more or less, being the land described as the Sixth Tract in a Partition Deed dated October 22, 1941, recorded at Volume 206, Page 54 of the Deed Records of Gonzales County, Texas, from Robert Clark, et al, to Ben Clark; TRACT 4: 21.40 acres, more or less, being the land described as the Fifth Tract in a Partition Deed dated October 22, 1941, recorded at Volume 206, Page 54 of the Deed Records of Gonzales County, Texas, from Robert Clark, et al, to James Clark; TRACT 5: 21.40 acres, more or less, being the land described as the Fourth Tract in a Partition Deed dated October 22, 1941, recorded at Volume 206, Page 54 of the Deed Records of Gonzales County, Texas, from Robert Clark, et al, to Annie Taylor; TRACT 6: 21.40 acres, more or less, being the land described as the Third Tract in a Partition Deed dated October 22, 1941, recorded at Volume 206, Page 54 of the Deed Records of Gonzales County, Texas, from Robert Clark, et al, to Caroline Thomas; TRACT 7: 21.40 acres, more or less, being the land described as the Second Tract by a Partition Deed dated October 22, 1941, recorded at Volume 206, Page 54 of the Deed Records of Gonzales County, Texas, from Robert Clark, et al, to Cora Dailey; TRACT 8: 21.40 acres, more or less, being the land described as the First Tract by a Partition Deed dated October 22, 1941, recorded at Volume 206, Page 54 of the Deed Records of Gonzales County, Texas, from Robert Clark, et al, to Thomas Y. Clark. and to execute Oil, Gas and Mineral Leases thereof to the Plaintiff, and take such other action deemed necessary under the provisions of said statute. If this citation is not served within ninety (90) days after date of its issuance, it shall be returned unserved. ISSUED AND GIVEN UNDER MY HAND AND THE SEAL OF SAID COURT on this the 21st day of June, 2012, at Gonzales, Gonzales County, Texas. Sandra J. Baker, District Clerk Gonzales County, Texas By Deputy
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
Mechanics Helper OR Apprentice Mechanic:
CDL DRIVERS NEEDED
A valid Texas drivers license with at least a B CDL if not CDL certified, must obtain within 6 months of hire; ability to assist with major automotive repairs. AND
Mechanics Helper: ability to perform automotive repairs and

routine maintenance; one year work experience. OR
Apprentice Mechanic: ability to diagnose mechanical issues; certified to perform State Required Vehicle Inspections if not certified, must obtain within 6 months of hire; one year work experience in related field.
Ability to perform all related manual tasks; one year experience dispatching preferred; TLETS Certification required after hire Ability to perform all related manual tasks; one year work experience in public works or related field; valid Texas drivers license with at least B CDL certification. ALL positions require a high school diploma or equivalent AND a VALID Texas drivers license. EXCELLENT BENEFITS! Apply at City Hall, 808 Hwy 77-A South or call (361) 293-6321. THE CITY OF YOAKUM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
Telecommunications Operator (Police Department):
Crewperson I (Street Department):
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
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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 inch-
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es, depth, 24 1/2 inches. Very good shape. Call 830-7887123. (07-12-12) -------------------------HOME GROWN TOMATOES. Highway 97 East, next to Green Acres Nursery. 672-2335.
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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)
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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 mower. Excellent condition. $500. 361-2083565.(06-28-12) -------------------------For Sale: Headache
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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.
FURNITURE
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.
AUTOS
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.
HOMES FOR RENT

message. -------------------------Motel Suites. 2 bedrooms, full kitchen, porch/small yard. $68 nightly, $310 weekly. Crews welcome. Call JR, 512292-0070, 830-8575727. -------------------------House for Rent Completely furnished house, 3 or 2 bdrms, one room furnished as office, one full bath, fully equipped kitchen, microwave, washer and dryer, large storage space, yard maintained. No pets. Cable and Wi-Fi. Near County Clerks office. Convenient for two landmen. $1,250 a month plus utilities. Call 830-672-6265 or 830-857-4251. -------------------------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.
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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
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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.
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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.
HAY FOR SALE

Hay for sale. Large Bales. $50.00 Call 830-481-4707.
MOBILE HOMES
For Sale: 16X64 2/2, 5 years old, like new. Call 830-6601286 for appt.
FRM. 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)
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
FURNITURE
7 pc. dinette, $95; coffee and end table, 475; Rollaway Bed, $35; 37 TV, $15; 2 office receptionist chairs, couch, table, etc. 361-596-4096. (0719-12) -------------------------For Sale: Queensize mattress set, $200; complete desk w/ hutch, $30; Dining
HOMES FOR RENT

3BR/2BA Brick house for rent. 1 mile North of Yoakum. AC, washer, dryer. Large access driveway in & out for truck parking for large bobtails. Oak grove, great for BBQs and entertaining. Available Mid July. Call 361293-6619, leave
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NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (IT) SUPPORT SERVICES For the CITY OF GONZALES, TEXAS The City of Gonzales, Texas is accepting sealed proposals for Information Technology (IT) Support Services for the Citys computer network (hardware, software, and connectivity). Sealed proposals clearly labeled Gonzales Texas IT Consultant Proposal must be postmarked by July 13, 2012 at the City of Gonzales City Hall, P.O. Box 547, Gonzales, Texas 78629. Proposal Instructions and Service Specifications may be obtained at the City of Gonzales City Hall, 820 St. Joseph St., Gonzales, Texas during the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. The City of Gonzales, Texas reserves the right to reject or accept any proposal or to waive any irregularities in any proposal deemed to be in the best interest of the City of Gonzales, Texas.
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SEGUINS GROWING AND SO ARE WE!
SALES PROFESSIONAL NEEDED

Were one of the areas most exciting dealerships and we want you!
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
Opening available for an experienced Car Salesperson. We offer full benets. Apply in person. Ask for Buddy Cupit
NOTICE TO BIDDERS
Sealed bids addressed to the City of Gonzales, will be received until 3:00 P.M. on Friday July 20, 2012 at City Hall located at 820 Saint Joseph Street in Gonzales, Texas 78629 at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud, for furnishing all labor, material, tools and equipment and performing all work required for HIGHWAY 97 WELL IMPROVEMENTS. Any bids received after the above-stated date and time will be returned unopened. The contract will be awarded upon vote of the City Council at a regular meeting which will be held at 6:00 p.m., on Tuesday August 7, 2012. Each proposal shall be accompanied by a Certified or Cashiers Check or a Bidders Bond from a surety company licensed in the State of Texas, in an amount of at least Five Percent (5%) of the largest amount bid, payable to the City of Gonzales, Texas as a guarantee that the successful bidder will enter into a contract with the Owner. Major items of work include the following: The work under this contract shall be for the well improvements located on Highway 97. The improvements include a 3,050 gallon double wall polyethylene tank for HCL and a 1,500 gallon single wall polyethylene tank for LAS, 12 and 16 ductile iron piping and fittings, five (5) concrete foundation pads, two (2) 3-HP pumps, chemical feed systems, retrofitting an existing building, electrical improvements and miscellaneous PVC and C-PVC (SDR-17 and SCH 80) piping ranging from 1 to 3. Copies of the Contract Specifications and Drawings are on file at the City of Gonzales City Hall and at the office of LNV, Inc., 8918 Tesoro Drive, Suite 401, San Antonio, Texas 78217, and will be forwarded to prospective bidders or suppliers upon depositing $40.00 with the engineer, LNV, Inc., for each set of documents obtained. If mailed, an additional non-refundable fee of $10.00 will be required from all prospective bidders or suppliers to cover shipping and handling charges. The payment represents reproduction costs and is non-refundable. We reserve the right to process checks electronically by transmitting the amount of the check, routing number, account number, and check serial number to your financial institution. In case of ambiguity or lack of clarity of the prices in the bid forms, the City reserves the right to consider only unit prices written in words, or to reject the entire bid. The City of Gonzales reserves the right to reject any or all bids or to waive any informalities in the bidding. Bids may be held by the City of Gonzales for a period not to exceed 60 days from the date of the bid opening for the purpose of reviewing the bids and investigating the bidders qualifications prior to the contract award.
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No Child Left Behind Meeting 2012-2013

The Gonzales Independent School District invites parents; teachers; paraprofessionals; principals; state and local government representatives; students; community based organizations with interest/expertise in drug and violence activities; private, nonprofit school representatives; and any other interested parties, to be involved in the planning, design, participation, and/or implementation of the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) federal program grant applications and programs. The meeting will be held on Monday, July 2, 2012, at 8:00 a.m., at the Gonzales Independent School Districts Staff Development Center, located on the Gonzales Junior High Campus, 426 N. College Street, Gonzales, Texas. For information, please contact the GISD Curriculum office at 830-672-9551 Gonzales ISD is seeking information regarding new private nonprofit schools inside the Gonzales ISD district boundaries. Please contact the GISD Curriculum office at 830-672-9551
Reunin de NCLB
El Distrito Escolar Independiente de Gonzles invita a los padres, maestros, para-profesionales, representantes del gobierno local y del estado, estudiantes, organizaciones en conexin con la comunidad con inters/experiencia en actividades de droga y violencia, representantes escolares privados, no lucrativos: y cualquier otra organizacin interesada en involucrarse en la planificacin, diseo, participacin, y/o aplicacin de Ningn Nio Dejado Atrs (NCLB) aplicaciones de programas federales y otros programas. La reunin se celebrara el Lunes 2 de julio 2012 en el Staff Developement Center del Distrito Independiente de Gonzles, localizado en la escuela Junior High, 426 N. College Street, Gonzales, Texas, a las ocho de la maana. Para ms informacin, favor de comunicarse a la oficina del departamento de Curriculum al 830-672-9551. El distrito escolar de Gonzales est buscando nuevas escuelas privadas sin fines de lucros dentro de los lmites del distrito escolar de Gonzales. Favor de comunicarse a la oficina del departamento de Curriculum al 830-672-9551.
Honorable Bobby G. ONeal, Mayor City of Gonzales
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CLASSIFIEDS
HOMES FOR RENT
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. -------------------------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

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 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
(06-28-12) -------------------------For Your Specialty Cake Needs. Call Connie Komoll, 830-203-8178. -------------------------Will do house cleaning Monday thru Friday. Call 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
HOME SERVICES
(830) 203-1503 or (830) 857-5927.(0705-12)
TRVL. TRLRS. RENT

Pug @ 512-9630000 or Dawn @ 512-508-6221.
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 very good condition. Call 830-8574670. --------------------------
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.
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FISH HATCHERY
LAWN & GARDEN

Lawn mowing service, residential & commercial. Will also mow oilfield yards or large oil related businesses. Liability ins., free estimates and low cost. No job too large or too small. 830-2634181.(TFN)
RV SITES FOR 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.
All types of BASS CATFISHS & HYBRIDS PERCH MINNOWS TILAPIA ELECTROSHOCKING LAKE MANAGEMENT
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.
RVS FOR SALE
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APTS. FOR RENT
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.
APTS. FOR RENT
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.
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COUNTRY VILLAGE SQUARE APARTMENTS

1800 Waelder Road - Gonzales, TX (830) 672-2877 8 am - 5 pm, Tuesday-Friday
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.
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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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PETS
We stock Sportmix Dog and Cat Food, Demon WP for those ants and scorpions. Gonzales Poultry Supply, 1006 St. Paul Street, 672-7954.(TFN)
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LIVESTOCK
Nanny Boer Goats (adults). Pkg. Deal $500.00 (5) or $125 each. 830-5600238. (07-19-12) -------------------------FREE! 3 Bird cages. Call 830-460-0995. -------------------------Muscovy ducks for sale. $10.00 each.
LIVESTOCK
830-263-2482. (TFN) -------------------------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. -------------------------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 to have around. Beautiful silver and white herd sire. (7 left) 830-672-6265, 830-857-4251, 830672-5152.
REAL ESTATE
borhood. 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. -------------------------Two story, eleven room home which includes three bedroom, two baths. Apprx. 2,500 sq. ft. on about an half
REAL ESTATE
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
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 713203-2814 or 281-
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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.,
MISC. SERVICES
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.
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.
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3BD/2BA, handyman special...............$43,000 3.7 ACS. 4BR, 3BA, 2LV.................. $150,000 Park Place: Exceptional Home .......$335,000. 306 McClure - 3BR, 1 Bath................$65,000 2 Investment homes, rented. $47,500, $30,000 1618 St.St. 4 bd.,Homelot,................... $70,000 Peter - Pendingextra lot.... $69,000 and College xtra 473 Crockett Lane-Settlement - 90Abd., New: Like new home + 2 acs., Hwy. 3 E, Sold ..........................................................$177,000 beautiful property..................................$258,000 Hwy.Water St.-commercial/rental.................... 90 A East, 3 bd., 2 ba., 7 acs, $150,000 1602 Sold ...........................................................$135,000 3 bd.,2 story home.....$145,000 2342 FM 108, Vincent, ....................$265,000 New: 1720 St. 792 90-B - Lakefront..............................$89,000 Lot - Live Oak......................................$8,000 312 Cr. Michael,,3Lakefront + ,3 bd., 507 St. Rd. 471 bd., 2 ba................$78,000 1.5 acre lot............................................$150,000 Land 14 Acres, Hwy. 90A East...................$115,000 Sold Land 90 A East, 35 acs., + home...............$400,000 11.2 acs.,acs., East Gonzales CT Hwy 90. GastRA Co....$4,500/Ac. CONT Rd.......$5,300/Ac. New: 33 CONTRACT CRacs., wooded, hills, game, tanks $87,500 70 228 - 15 acs., M/H, trees................ ...........................................................$420,000 153 acs., FM 2091.........................$795,000 58 acs., trees, homesite.................$4,990/Ac. 61 acs., perfectpotential, edge of town.............. Sale Pending .....................................................$12,000/Ac., 3.94 acs., Settlement.......................$65,000 10Shirley Breitschopf acs., Settlement.........................$79,000 2-4 acs., Sarah DeWitt............$25,000/Ac. 830-857-4142 1 ac. Seydler St...............................$25,000 Lynnette Cooper 8.7 acs., city limits........................$120,000 lynnette@gonzalesproperties.com 58 acs., trees, potential, edge of town............. ...................................................$12,000/Ac. Carol Hardcastle
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Lot - Live Oak..................................$8,000 You can reach our staff by calling: 401 St. George-approx. 3400 sq. ft................. Phone: 830-672-2522 .......................................................$170,000 Shirley Breitschopf shirley@gonzalesproperties.com Lynnette Cooper lynnette@gonzalesproperties.com Carol Hardcastle - 830-857-3517 Jymmy K. Davis - 512-921-8877
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Greening up the Gazebo
Residents and staff of The Heights got together June 9 to add a homey touch to the gazebo at the facility, crafting a number of potted plants to add some color and greenery. (Courtesy photos)
Seniors particularly susceptible to heat

Many people might choose a nice, hot day over a blustery, cold afternoon. However, excessively hot days can not only feel uncomfortable, but they can also prove lifethreatening. Elderly men and women, in particular, are susceptible to the effects of hot temperatures. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, people ages 65 and older are more prone to heat stroke and heat-related stress than those of other ages. Seniors bodies are not able to adjust to sudden changes in temperature as quickly as younger peoples. A chronic condition that affects the bodys response to heat, as well as taking certain prescription medications also may play a role in seniors susceptibility to the heat. The City of Sacramento Department of Parks and Recreation says that around 370 deaths from heat-related illnesses occur across the United States each year. Nearly half of those deaths are people who are 65 and older. Prolonged heat exposure can take quite a toll on the average person. Factor in the more delicate health of many seniors, and the hot weather can be quite dangerous. Further compounding the problem is higher energy costs. Seniors living on fixed incomes may not be able to afford to turn on air conditioners because of the power draw. There are different types of heat-related injuries, though heat exhaustion and heat stroke are the most common. Here are signs that a person may be experiencing one or the other. Heat Exhaustion * weakness * tiredness * heavy sweating * paleness * dizziness * nausea * vomiting * fainting * fast, weak pulse rate * headache * fast and shallow breathing Heat stroke * extremely high body temperature (over 105 F) * red, hot and dry skin * absence of sweat * throbbing headache * dizziness * nausea What to do Friends or family members should check in with an elderly relative or friend when the weather is especially warm to ensure theyre safely handling the heat. In addition, people of all ages can take the following precautions to keep cool when the temperatures rise. * Drink cool, nonalcoholic beverages. Water and diluted fruit juices can help rehydrate the body quickly. * Restrict physical activity. * Take a cool shower or bath or wipe yourself down with a damp cloth. * Seek an air-conditioned environment. For those who wont or cant turn on the air conditioning, visit a shopping mall or library
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to keep cool. Some towns and cities also make cooling centers available in extreme heat. * Wear lightweight clothing. * Try to remain indoors during the hottest hours of the day. * Wear hats or use an umbrella to shield your head from sunshine outdoors. * Eat cool foods, but avoid extremely cold foods. Otherwise you risk the chance of developing stomach cramps. * Do not do laundry or turn on appliances that contribute to extra indoor heat. The heat is nothing to take lightly, especially when it comes to seniors health.
Area & Nation Wide Senior Programs Can Be Very Beneficial. Social Services Director, Patty Benton, at The Heights of Gonzales compiled a list of businesses and organizations she feels offers valuable services to senior citizens. Ms. Benton stressed the list is not all inclusive and that seniors should seek out other helpful services, area discounts offered to seniors, support groups, travel groups, etc in order to live a fun and healthy lifestyle in their silver years.
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Gonzales Memorial Hospital (830)672-7581 Gonzales Christian Assistance Ministries (GCAM) (830)672-5566 Social Security Office, Seguin (830)379-8802 Social Security/Medicare (800)772-1213 Food Stamp Program, Seguin (830)379-6525 Gonzales Senior Citizen Association (830)672-7014 Gonzales Senior Citizens Nutrition Site (830)672-2613 Elder Abuse Hotline (800)458-7214 Aged & Disabled Abuse (800)252-5400 Medicare Choices Helpline (800)633-4227 Medicare/Medicaid Fraud Hotline (800)447-8477 Children of Aging Parents (800)227-7294 American Society on Aging (415)974-9600 www.theheightsofgonzales.com - Gonzales; 24 hour nursing care www.medicare.gov/nhcompare - Nursing home information
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powerlifting champ Willie Hights (67 tackles) on the defensive line. Traditional power Cuero is not expected to contend again this year per DCTFs predictions. After suffering one of the biggest negative win swings in 3A football in 2011 (-6) and missing the playoffs for the first time since 2001, the Gobblers are picked dead last in District 26-3A. The lone bright spot, according to the magazine, is DAnthony Hopkins. The teams top returning rusher and receiver was named as one of the Top 20 sophomores in the state. The expectations are high once again for the Shiner Comanches, who saw their 2011 season end with a loss to eventual state champ Mason. Shiner was tabbed as the top 1A team in the San Antonio area. They enter the season ranked sixth in the Division I Poll and fifth in the Coaches Poll. The Comanches are one of the few teams to feature the Preseason Offensive and Defensive MVPs in RB Evel Jones and LB Jacob Stafford respectively. Ganado was picked to finish second and newcomer Three Rivers was picked third. If DCTFs predictions come to fruition, it means another state title for one of the areas private school teams. St. Paul, who won the championship two years ago, is picked to finish first in TAPPS Division III District 5. The Cardinals were 11-3 last year and lost in the state title game to their district mate Sacred Heart. St. Paul is returning nine starters on both sides of the ball. Jake Wachsmuth is back in Shiner as the Cardinal head coach and that should mean RB Adam Hollenbach (648, 6TD) could return to the form DCTF, Page C4
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The 2011 football season marked banner campaigns for several area teams and if the predictions of one popular pigskin publication pan out, then this season should produce results along the same line. This bodes well for Gonzales, who turned in the first undefeated regular season in almost 50 years before losing to eventual state champ Wimberley. The Apaches are expected to finish on top of District 26-3A this year. According to Dave Campbells Texas Football magazine, the Apaches return 16 lettermen including all-state caliber players J.T. Miller, Zach Perez-Clack and Zack Lopez, DCTFs Preseason District Defensive MVP. The defense should be even further buoyed by moving Miller to linebacker to make room up
front for Jordan Johnson, the District 28-3A Defensive Newcomer of the Year in 2011. The offense will feature running back Cecil Johnson, the districts top returning rusher with 1,600 yards and 14 touchdowns. Giddings was picked to finish second in 26-3A, led by Preseason Offensive MVP Joseph Glenn at running back (1,514 yards, 27 TD). The Buffaloes were 7-4 last year, but only return 11 lettermen. Smithville was tabbed to earn the final playoff spot. Defensive coordinator Wayne Childs takes over a team that went 7-3 last year, but return 16 starters including nine on defense. The outlook was not as rosy for the other area members of the new-look district. Yoakum, who finished 6-4 last year, was picked to finish fifth. The Bulldogs return 19 lettermen including nine starters on defense, highlighted by state
Striders looking to earn spots at Junior Olympics

By MARK LUBE
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The G-Town Striders qualified 20 athletes in 36 events at a district qualifier meet recently held in Giddings and will move on to the National Qualifier meet to be held today through Saturday in Converse. The Striders have had a great season so far having competed in three practice meets prior to the district meet two weeks ago, Coach Quincy Johnson said. Johnson has been impressed with the throwing crew. They have been at the top of each age division in discus and shot put and I look forward to seeing four or five represent the Striders at the Junior Olympics, he said. They are being paced
by Keaundra Cray, who picked up a gold medal in the discus and silver in the shot put at the district meet. Her little sister, Khelsea, picked up bronze in both events. The Striders will have a challenge in moving on to the National Junior Olympics, which will be held July 30-Aug. 4 in Humble, the first time in over 20 years that the meet will be held in Texas. Other athletes medaling at the district meet were Kenneth Cavit, who won a Silver in the discus and a Bronze in the shot put; Tyvione Roaches, who won the Bronze in the discus; and Maria Mathis and Veronica Moreno, who both won the Bronze in the 1,500-meter run. Also G-TOWN, Page C2
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Clayton Downing and Paisley Pierce are shown with outgoing Youth Rodeo Association president Bill Byler and the trailers they earned for being named All-Around Cowboy and Cowgirl at the recent state finals held in Gonzales. For the YRA State Finals results, see page C2. A full slideshow of all the YRA action can be seen on our website at www.gonzalescannon.com. (Photos by Mark Lube)
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Youth Rodeo Association State Finals Results

Pee Wee Poles: 1. Mason Smith, 20.612, 100.0; 2. Acey Pinkston, 21.211, 90.0; 3. Trevor Crainer, 21.402, 80.0; 4. Presley Jo Tomlin, 21.494, 70.0; 5. Paisely Pierce, 21.671, 60.0 Senior Barrels: 1. Morgan Burton, 16.972, 100.0; 2. Amber Smith, 17.073, 90.0; 3. Rachel Gonzales, 17.202, 80.0; 4. Erin Williams,17,218, 70.0; 5. Emily Chapman, 17.259, 60.0 Senior Girls Breakaway: 1. Jessica Hassler, 3.530, 100.0; 2. Kassidy Pruett, 3.570, 90.0; 3. Callie Tiner, 14.030, 80.0; 4. Molly Waxman, 100.0, 0.0; 5. Haley Benton, 100.0, 0.0 Senior Goat Tying: 1. Jessica Hassler, 7.170, 100.0; 2. Dectoah Jackson, 8.370, 90.0; 3. Heather Hassler, 8.400, 80.0; 4. Kassidy Pruett, 8.740, 70.0; 5. Morgan Burton, 10.730, 60.0 Senior Poles: 1. Amber Smith, 21.207, 100.0; 2. Kirsten Parker, 21.364, 90.0; 3. Peyton Bennight, 21.526, 80.0; 4. Morgan Burton, 22.020, 70.0; 5. Emily Chapman, 22.218, 60.0 Senior Ribbons: 1. Dylan Cosper, 6.960, 100.0; 2. Wyatt Duncan, 8.070, 90.0; 3. Bradford Loeffler, 9.080, 80.0; 4. Cade Goodman, 9.110, 70.0; 5. Ethan Karisch, 10.240, 60.0 Senior Tiedown: 1. Tyson Arledge, 9.950, 100.0; 2. Riley Meyer, 10.580, 85.0; 3. Coley Salge, 10.580, 85.0; 4. Forrest Fisher, 10.970, 70.0; 5. Dalton Dawson, 11.430, 60.0 Steer Riding: 1.Landon Castillo, 73.0, 100.0; 2. Garrett Fields, 65.0, 90.0; 3. Shane Worley, 0.0, 0.0 Steer Wrestling: 1. Will Byler, 5.00, 100.00; 2. Bryce Strack, 5.180, 90.0; 3. Charles Johnston, 5.600, 80.0; 4. Cade Goodman, 6.770, 70.0; 5. Blake Strack, 6.890, 60.0 Sub Junior 8s: 1. Darcy Taylor, 8.750, 100.0; 2. Bailey Bennight, 8.882, 90.0; 3. McKayla Martiljohni, 8.896, 80.0; 4. John Michael Elliot, 8.949, 70.0; 5. Kasey Kretzschmar, 9.058, 60.0 Sub Junior Barrels: 1. Taylor Darcy, 16.495, 100.0; 2. Zandie Hodges, 16.705, 90.0; 3. Hannah Allison, 16.816, 80.0; 4. McKayla Martiljohni, 16.912, 70.0; 5. Jessica Garrett, 16.998, 60.0 Sub Junior Boys Breakaway: 1. Ross Ashford, 2.010, 100.0; 2. Cameron Bane, 3.080, 90.0; 3. Clayton Downing, 3.490, 80.0; 4. Xavier Davis, 3.640, 70.0; 5. Cullen Eppright, 3.700, 60.0 Sub Junior Girls Breakaway: 1. Shaye Lynn Jessee, 3.650, 100.0; 2. Zandie Hodges, 3.790, 90.0; 3. Cassidy Pineda, 3.870, 80.0; 4. Hannah Allison, 13.120, 70.0; 5. Kaila Ducharme, 100.0, 0.0 Sub Junior Goat Tying:
G-TOWN: Finished in the top five at 17 events in district meet
Calf Riding 9 & Under: 1. Tucker Tettenhorst, 62.0, 100.0; 2. Lance Lara, 59.0, 90.0; 3. Connor Abney, 0.0, 0.0; 4. Gene Ratliff, 0.0, 0.0; 5. Armando Parra, 0.0, 0.0 Chute Dogging: 1. Ty Arnold, 2.100, 100.00; 2. Brady Barham, 2.150, 90.0; 3. Ty Iselt, 2.480, 80.0; 4. Wyatt Sbrusch, 2.850, 70.0; 5. Riley Hooks, 2.930, 60.0 Junior 8s: 1. Kay-Jay Uresti, 8.732, 100.0; 2. Maria Johnston, 8.865, 90.0; 3. Darby Fields, 8.964, 80.0; 4. Whitney Thurmond, 9.109, 70.0; 5. Payton Powell, 9.118, 60.0 Junior Barrels: 1. McKenzie Powell, 16.458, 100.0; 2. Kylie Pruett, 16.664, 90.0; 3. Jimmie Smith, 17.141, 80.0; 4. Payton Powell, 17.227, 70.0; 5. Darby Fields, 17.251, 60.0 Junior Boys Breakaway: 1. Riley Hooks, 2.210, 100.0; 2. Reid Zapalac, 2.400, 90.0; 3. Case Jones, 2.490, 80.0; 4. Rhett Sbrusch, 2.530, 70.0; 5. Reid Halbert, 2.840, 60.0 Junior Girls Breakaway: 1. Bailey Reina, 2.850, 100.0; 2. Jimmie Smith, 2.990, 90.0; 3. Payton Powell, 3.080,80.0; 4. Samantha Chick, 3.290, 70.0; 5. Laramie Zant, 3.740, 60.0 Junior Goat Tying: 1. Whitney Thurmond, 6.750, 100.0; 2. Lauren Bane, 7.030, 90.0; 3. Loni Lester, 7.650, 80.0; 4. Payton Powell, 7.820, 70.0; 5. Brandi Bratton, 8.500, 60.0 Junior Poles: 1. Samantha Chick, 20.614, 100.0; 2. Elizabeth Lankford, 20.626, 90.0; 3. Macy Ashford, 20.751, 80.0; 4. Kathryn Giese, 21.082, 70.0; 5. McKenzie Powell, 21.791, 60.0 Junior Ribbons: 1. Riley Hooks, 6.770, 100.0; 2. Ty Iselt, 6.850, 90.0; 3. Clayton Coone, 7.460, 80.0; 4. Clayton Trammell, 9.470, 70.0; 5. Austin Atkinson, 12.050, 60.0 Junior Tiedown: 1. Riley Hooks, 9.450, 100.0; 2. Ty Iselt, 9.790, 90.0; 3. Trinton Downing, 9.860, 80.0; 4. Reid Zapalac, 10.040, 70.0; 5. Reid Halbert, 10.080, 60.0 Junior/Senior Girls Ribbons: 1. Bailey Reina, 9.680, 100.0; 2. Kassidy Pruett, 10.480, 90.0; 3. Lauren Bane, 10.490; 80.0; 4. Loni Lester, 11.940, 70.0; 5. Katelyn Warnke, 14.120, 60.0. Pee Wee 8s: 1. Acey Pinkston, 8.922; 100.0; 2. Paisely Pierce, 8.963, 90.0; 3. Rylee Reina, 8.982, 80.0; 4. Bailey Gubert, 9.018, 70.0; 5. Kennedy Koehn, 9.205, 60.0 Pee Wee Barrels: 1. Paisley Pierce, 16.958, 100.0; 2. Bailey Gubert, 17.044, 90.0; 3. Austyn Peacock, 17.357, 80.0; 4. Mason Smith, 17.359, 70.00; 5. Grace Davis, 17.494, 60.0
1. Jenna Bratton, 8.730, 100.0; 2. Jessica Garrett, 9.150, 90.0; 3. Cassidy Pineda, 9.360, 80.0; 4. Darcy Taylor, 9.890, 70.0; 5. Kasey Kretzschmar, 10.190, 60.0 Sub Junior Poles: 1. McKayla Martijohni, 20.746, 100.0; 2. Bailey Bennight, 20.824, 90.0; 3. Cally Rae Tomlin, 20.913, 80.0; 4.Skyler Fleming, 21.034, 70.0; 5. Zandie Hodges, 21.073, 60.0 Sub Junior Ribbons: 1. Whit Kitchens, 9.170, 100.0; 2. Xavier Davis, 10.040, 90.0; 3. Clayton Downing, 12.350, 80.0; 4. Wells Mitchell, 12.710, 70.0; 5. Casey Whited, 13.730, 60.0 Sub Junior Tiedown: 1. Clayton Downing, 15.450, 100.0; 2. Casey Whited, 15.940, 90.0; 3. Xavier Davis, 19.810, 80.0; 4. Janson Dawson, 25.970, 70.0; 5. Garrison Koehn, 46.340, 60.0 Team Roping: 1. Forrest Fisher/Case Jones, 7.060, 100.0; 2. Trinton Downing/Dylan Cosper, 12.080, 90.0; 3. Dakoda Leopold/ Cash Duty, 12.550, 80.0; 4. Sterling Shoemaker/Parker Cudd, 12.980, 70.0; 5. Ross Ashford, Garett Chick, 13.140, 60.0 Local Contestants Miles Svoboda (Gonzales): Chute Dogging, 10., 100.0, 0.0; Sub Jr. Boys Breakaway, 23., 100.0, 0.0; Sub. Jr. Goat Tying, 17., 25.450, 0.0 Loni Lester (Gonzales): Jr. Barrels, 13., 21.977, 0.0; Jr. Girls Breakaway, 15.,100.0, 0.0; Jr. Goat Tying, 3., 7.650, 80.0; Jr. Poles, 13., 31.842, 0.0; Jr./Sr. Girls Ribbons, 4., 11.940, 70.0 Kalli Davis (Harwood): Jr. Barrels, 22.142, 0.0; Jr. Poles, 7., 23.791, 40.0 Laramie Zant (Shiner): Jr. Barrels, 16., 22.161, 0.0; Jr. Girls Breakaway, 5., 3.740, 60.0; Jr. Goat Tying, 7., 8.630, 40.0 Clayton Trammell (Gonzales): Jr. Boys Breakaway, 18.,100.0, 0.0; Jr. Ribbons, 4., 9.470, 70.0; Jr. Tiedown, 14., 23.720, 0.0 Jenna McKee (Yoakum): Pee Wee 8s, 15., 10.222, 0.0; Pee Wee Barrels, 20., 27.425, 0.0; Pee Wee Poles, 9., 26.079, 20.0 Brady Herndon (Gonzales): Pee Wee Barrels, 21., 51.569 Cade Goodman (Waelder): Sr. Ribbons, 4., 9.110, 70.0; Sr. Tiedown, 9., 16.350, 20.0; Steer Wrestling, 4., 6.770, 70.0 Coley Salge (Lockhart): Sr. Tiedown, 3., 10.580, 85.00 Drew Haas (Hallettsville): Sr. Tiedown, 12., 28.890, 0.0 Cullen Eppright (Cost): Sub Jr. Boys
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The G-Town Striders will be in Converse this weekend competing in a qualifier meet for the National Junior Olympics, which will be held July 30-Aug. 4 in Humble. (Courtesy photo)
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representing Gonzales will be Kieran Grant, who will be running independent in the 100, 200 and 400. To qualify for the national meet, an athlete will have to finish in the top five of their event. In all, the GTown Striders finished in the top five in 17 events at the district meet. This is the time of the season when you find out who the real competitors are on the team, Johnson said. These kids have been running since May, when the temperature has not been as bad as it was last year. It has been 90 degrees
plus, you find out who loves to compete. Johnson said every member and even some alumni of the G-Town Striders donate their support, as well as parents and other volunteers. What is even a greater testament is the fact that even though not everyone qualified we still have our full team together for practices, he said. Our team supports each other no matter what. At some point and time even the athletes that are too old to compete as amateurs all come back to check on the state of the Striders. I feel as though I have
a very elite group of young people. I have been doing this now for 10 years and this is the first year I can say I have a staff. The team mom is Tiffany Shelton, who has been with the Striders for four seasons and handles their fund raising and helps with public relations. New additions to the staff include Robert Shelton, who helps out on shot put and disc, and Bianca Stewart, who is also on shot and disc. She also helps with the timing and record keeping. These folks have helped make the team better and even more competitive, Johnson said.
Divas rout San Antonio

On Sunday, the Kirbys Elite Divas hosted a practice game against the Lady Flossers out of San Antonio at the elementary gym in Weimar. The Divas are getting ready for a tough stretch of games in the next few weeks in Houston, at the AAS National Tourney in San Antonio and an AAU tourney in Las Vegas. The Divas team is made up of Carley Glass of Luling, Raeann Samuel of Yoakum, Jasmine Phillips of Flatonia, Emily Bell of Bellville, Jasmin Kirby of Weimar, and Brianna Devreau, Alize Tezano, Telis Johnson, Telisa, Venezuela, Brianna Rhodes, and Kia Scott, all of La Grange. The Divas were in a 4-4 tie with the visitors in the first half but would not let them score again for the rest of the entire game. The final score would be 45-4 in the favor of the home team. For the Divas, Samuel lead with 17 points, five rebounds, three steals and one assist; Glass added seven points, three rebounds, two blocks, five steals and eight assists. Phillips had six points, five rebounds, a block, three steals and two assists. Kirby had six points, three rebounds and a steal. Scott had four points, a rebound and a steal; Devreau had three points and a rebound; Telis had two points; Bell had a rebound and a steal; Tezano had a steal; Venezula had a rebound and a steal; and Rhodes had a rebound and
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two steals. CYFL late registration dates Late registration for the Crossroads Youth Football League will be held on Thursday, July 12 and Saturday, July 14. 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. 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. For more information, call Gary Clack at 361-2751156. 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.
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. Baseball, softball tourneys in Shiner The Shiner Independence Classic will be held July 7-8 at the Shiner Starplex. The tournaments are an open, non-sanctioned baseball and softball tournaments for ages Under-9 through Under-18. Entry deadline is July 4 and entries are limited. For more information, call 361-655-2909 or send email to texassportswriter@yahoo.com. BRIEFS, Page C4
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The Great Outdoors

GBRA issues advisory Wednesday Night against watercraft Scramble use on Hydro lakes Winners
Cannon News Services related meetings and surveys, led GBRAs Board of Directors to adopt relevant lake restrictions at that time. This year, GBRA continues with the advisory only, although issue remains under review and has a potential to become a permanent restriction in the future. While GBRA continues to review the issue of high lake capacity during certain holidays, we want to make sure we are doing what we can to make the lakes safe for all users during these high-use periods, said David Welsch, GBRAs executive manager for Business Development and Resource Management. Lake users and residents will see GBRAs advisory signs posted at various locations adjoining lakes Dunlap, McQueeney, Placid, Nolte, Gonzales and Wood beginning this week. The GBRA was established by the Texas Legislature in 1933 as a water conservation and reclamation district. GBRA provides stewardship for the water resources in its 10-county statutory district, which begins near the headwaters of the Guadalupe and Blanco rivers, ends at San Antonio Bay, and includes Kendall, Comal, Hays, Caldwell, Guadalupe, Gonzales, DeWitt, Victoria, Calhoun, and Refugio counties. The first place team at the Wednesday Night Scramble held June 20 at Independence Park Golf Course in Gonzales consisted of Mike Moe, Phil McCaskill, Adam Staton, Roy Staton, DeAnn Atkinson and Ryan Atkinson. The second place team was made up of Jason Ploetz, Raul Contreras, Kevin Robinson, Randy Robinson, Will Ruddock and Doyle Allen. (Courtesy photo) size-appropriate PFD while underway (Underway is defined as not at anchor, made fast to the shore or aground). Regulations for larger vessels vary and are available for review in the Texas Water Safety Digest available on the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department website at www.tpwd.state. tx.us/fishboat/boat/laws/. Texas Game Wardens encourage all operators and passengers to wear PFDs and to take a boater education course. SEGUIN - The Guadalupe-Blanco River Authority (GBRA) is issuing an advisory recommending recreationalists not use personal water craft (jet skis) or pull inflatables on the Hydroelectric Lakes during the upcoming Independence Day holiday due to and safety concerns. In 2010, GBRA in cooperation with the hydroelectric lake homeowners associations representatives, Texas Parks and Wildlife (TPWD), Texas A&M University and other entities participated in an extensive lake capacity study. The result of the study,
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Local game wardens will patrol during Independence Day holiday

Cannon News Services GONZALES Texas Parks and Wildlife Game Wardens will be patrolling Texas waterways, including area lakes and rivers, during the upcoming Independence Day holiday. Wardens will be enforcing all fishing and boating laws, including vessel registration, required safety equipment, operational and boating intoxication laws. Safety equipment requirements for powerdriven vessels less than 26 feet in length are: (1) a serviceable, wearable and immediately accessible US Coast Guard approved personal flotation device (PFD) for each person on board; (2) a serviceable and immediately accessible B-1 fire extinguisher (unless exempt); (3) a Type IV PFD (for vessels 16 feet in length or greater); (4) a sound producing device, such as a horn, whistle or bell and; (5) all children under the age of 13 must wear a USCG approved,
Texas Weekly Fishing Report

GULF COAST REGION NORTH SABINE - Trout are fair to good under birds and pods of shad on soft plastics. Trout are good in the river on live shad. Redfish are good in the marsh on small topwaters. SOUTH SABINE - Trout are fair to good under birds and pods of shad. Trout are good at the jetty on live bait and topwaters. Sheepshead are good on live shrimp tight to the rocks. BOLIVAR - Trout are good on the south shoreline on Bass Assassins, Trout Killers and Sand Eels. Black drum, sand trout and redfish are good at Rollover Pass. Trout are good at Rollover Pass in the evening on the outgoing tide. Sharks are good along the beachfront. EAST GALVESTON BAY Trout are good for drifters working deep shell on limetreuse and plum plastics. Trout are good on the south shoreline on topwaters and live bait. Trout are good on croakers on deep shell. WEST GALVESTON BAY Trout, sheepshead, redfish and black drum are good at the jetty on shrimp and crabs. Trout are good on MirrOlures and live shrimp at San Luis Pass. Offshore is good for red snapper and kingfish. TEXAS CITY - Trout are fair to good on April Fools Reef on live shrimp and croakers. Trout are good in the ship channel on live bait and plastics. Redfish are good from the dike on live bait. FREEPORT - Sand trout, black drum and sheepshead are good on live shrimp on the reefs in Christmas Bay. Trout are good at San Luis Pass on live shrimp and topwaters. EAST MATAGORDA BAY - Trout are good for drifters on live shrimp over humps and scattered shell. Redfish are fair to good on the edge of the Intracoastal on crabs and mullet. WEST MATAGORDA BAY - Trout are good on sand and grass humps on soft plastics and topwaters. Redfish are good at the jetty and in the marsh on shrimp and mullet. PORT OCONNOR - Trout and redfish are fair to good on topwaters and live bait over sand, grass and shell in San Antonio Bay. Trout are good around Grass Island on topwaters and croakers. ROCKPORT - Trout are fair to good in the guts and channels on freelined shrimp. Trout are fair to good over grass while drifting with live shrimp. Redfish are good on mullet on the Estes Flats and around Mud Island. PORT ARANSAS - Trout, redfish and sheepshead are fair to good at the jetty on shrimp and croakers. Offshore is good for red snapper, ling and kingfish. 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. BAFFIN BAY - Trout are good on topwaters and soft plastics around rocks and grass. Redfish are fair to good in kneedeep water and on the sandy flats on shrimp and gold spoons. Trout are fair to good at Rocky Slough on topwaters and plum plastics. PORT MANSFIELD - Trout are good on topwaters around sand and grass. Redfish are fair to good while drifting pot holes on small topwaters and live shrimp. Offshore is good for red snapper, ling and kingfish. SOUTH PADRE - Trout and redfish are good along the sand and grass in South Bay and Mexiquita Flats. Snook are good on live shrimp and topwaters along the edge of the channel. PORT ISABEL - Trout and redfish are fair to good on the flats on live shrimp and in Airport Cove. Trout are good on the deeper edges and flats in Laguna Vista on topwaters 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. COLETO CREEK - Water fairly clear; 2.08 low. Black bass are fair on small crankbaits and topwaters in 510 feet. Striped bass are slow. White bass are fair on minnows. Crappie are fair on minnows and blue tube jigs. Channel and blue catfish are good on shrimp and stinkbait. Yellow catfish are slow. FALCON - Water stained; 8387 degrees; 33.78 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; 8084 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. BELTON - Water clear; 7983 degrees; 0.03 low. Black bass are slow. Hybrid striper are slow. White bass are fair on slabs under lights at night. Crappie are good on minnows under lights at night. Channel and blue catfish are slow. Yellow catfish are slow. COOPER - Water lightly stained; 8086 degrees; 1.17 low. Black bass are fair on topwaters early and chartreuse shallow crankbaits and Texas rigged soft plastics later in the day. Crappie are good on minnows. White bass are good on slabs. Hybrid striper are fair to good on Sassy Shad and live shad over main lake humps. Catfish are good on prepared bait and cut bait. FAIRFIELD - Fishing has been slow since the fish kill in September of 2010. TPWD has discontinued stocking the lake after another kill in early September 2011. Redfish and black bass survived the kill in limited numbers. 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. GIBBONS CREEK - Water clear. Black bass are good on minnows, green RatLTraps, and spinnerbaits. Crappie are good on minnows. Catfish are fair on nightcrawlers, shrimp, and stinkbait. GRANBURY - Water murky; 8084 degrees; 0.75 low. Black bass are fair on watermelon soft plastic worms and RatLTraps. Striped bass are fair on minnows. Crappie are fair.
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BRIEFS: Apache hoops camp set at GHS

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 830-6726641. Apache Football Camp The Gonzales Apache
Lions Club Golf Tourney Winners

The Gonzales Breakfast Lions Club announced the first place winners of their recent Golf Tournament. The winning team (top) was composed of Aaron Etzler, James McRay and Ron Pekar. The second place group (middle) was Dale Holcomb, Ken Parker and David Frazier. The third place winners (bottom) were Derek Hall, Travis Tressner and Donnie Janicek. (Courtesy photos)
Picture Perfect
Carla Torres shows good form as she prepares to make a throw during the recent Apache Softball Camp held at Gonzales High School. (Photo by Mark Lube)
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.
DCTF: Hallettsville, Luling, Flatonia all expected to contend

that made him a 2,000-yard rusher in 2010. QB Dakota Kresta (2,446, 26TD) was picked as the Preseason Offensive MVP. The districts top returning passer threw for 2,446 yards and 26 scores last year. Defending state champ Sacred Heart returns 13 lettermen from last years 14-1 team, but just five starters. Quarterback Leightin Pilat is the lone returner on offense. In District 14-2A D1, Hallettsville is expected to finish in second. According to DCTF, the Brahmas return 20 lettermen from last years regional finalist including the districts top returning receiver Dalton Herrington (573, 4TD). Hempstead is predicted to wind up in first with Edna coming in third to claim the districts final playoff spot. First year head coach Colby Hensley is expected to have immediate success in Luling. DCTF has the Eagles finishing third in District 15-2AD1. According to the publication, Luling returns 29
lettermen including nine starters on both sides of the ball. The predicted order of finish for the remaining playoff qualifiers is Marion in first and George West second. The outlook is very similar for Flatonia, who is also expected to finish third in their district. The Bulldogs went 4-6 last year, but saw their promising season go into decline after an early injury to standout quarterback Colby Mica. Flatonia returns 16 lettermen including nine starters on defense. Thorndale was chosen by DCTF as the district winner with Weimar selected as second. Nixon-Smiley is expected to have their work cut out for them in the new District 15-2ADII. The Mustangs narrowly missed a playoff berth during last years 5-5 season and they return seven starters on both sides of the ball. DCTF cites the teams dearth of underclassmen as the reason for picking them fifth. The district leaders are expected to be Poth, Stockdale and Karnes City.
In District 27-4A, Lockhart has been picked to finish last in the eight-team league. The Lions were 2-8 last year, winless in district, but they have the benefit of having a full year under their belt in Paul Kilbys system. Lockhart returns seven starters on offense including FB Levi Mair (625, 7TD) and HB Marcos Rodriguez (619, 8TD). DCTF has four playoff teams from last year finishing atop the district in Kerrville Tivy, Buda Hays, San Antonio Alamo Heights and Boerne Champion. A step down in classification is expected to benefit Prairie Lea. The Indians were realigned into District 14-6M DII after going 2-7 overall and winless in District 156M DI play last year. Malik Hawkins was tabbed as the Preseason Offensive MVP and leading tackler Dante Ruiz is expected to help the defense improve. Cherokee, the ninthranked Division II Six-Man team in the state, is expected to win district with Prairie Lea coming in as runner-up.
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The 59th Annual Watermelon Thump featured tons of fun events including an all-new carnival, bucking bull rides, costume contests and the World Championship Seed Spitting Contest as well as top-flight entertainment, a parade, and the coronation of Victoria Bosquez as the 2012 Watermelon Thump Queen. The parade featured more than 200 entries, including many adjoining communities such as Gonzales, Waelder, Lockhart and Shiner. Gonzales The Pale Horses (bottom right) kicked off the weekend with a rousing show on Thursday. (Photos by Dave Mundy save where noted)
Photo courtesy Nikki Maxwell
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Splitting the champ
Isaac Anzaldua, left, of Next Concept Motor Sports takes a quick picture of the new 59th Annual Watermelon Thump Champion Melon after it was carved by Cal Watts, right, who won the 79.4-pound melon with a winning bid of $10,000. The winning watermelon was grown by Robert and Cody Watts and Louis Malagarie. (Photo courtesy Nikki Maxwell, Luling Main Street)
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What better place to catch the concert from backstage especially when its a national-name act like the Bellamy Brothers? Local resident Ronald Oswalt got the chance to snap some great photos from his unique vantage point. (Photo courtesy Ronald Oswalt)
David Camacho of Luling (center) is the new watermelon-seed spitting champion of the 59th Annual Watermelon Thump. He is pictured with, from left, Thump Queen Victoria Bosquez, third-place finisher G.C. Searcy, second-place finisher Phillip Galpin and Thump Princess Macy Allen. (Photo courtesy Nikki Maxwell, Luling Main Street)
2012 Watermelon Thump Contest Results

1, Robert & Cody Watts and Louis Malagarie, 79.40 pounds; 2, Willie J. and Heraldean Watts, 72.00; 3, Stanley White, 69.00; 4, Joey Mikesh, 67.40; 5, Wesley Oliver, 64.10; 6, Daryl Huff, 63.00; 7, Rusty & Amanda Martin, 59.80; 8, J.D. Rice, 58.80; 9, Buck Holcomb, 58.20; 10, Ruudolfo Hernandez, 58.10. Local Commercial 1, Chisholm Trail Veterinary Clinic; 2, Luling Well Service; 3, Luling Care Center Out of Town Commercial 1, Broadway National Bank; 2, Kountry Kurl Salon; 3, Parkview Nursing and Rehab Youth 1, Luling Jr. High Esquirettes; 2, CFPO Cheerleaders; 3, Luling Hermann Sons School of Dance Organizations/Clubs/Churches 1, La Vernia Lions Club; 2, Luling Main Street; 3, Converse Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association Division 1 1, Flatonia Chamber of Commerce; 2, Stockdale Watermelon Jubilee; 3, Moulton Chamber of Commerce Division 2 1, Miss Schulenburg & Court; 2, Miss Karnes City; 3, Fayette County Division 3 1, Cuero Chamber of Commerce; 2, Floresville Chamber of Commerce; 3, Helotes Festival Association Division 4 1, Victoria Livestock Show Queen & Court; 2, Guadalupe Agriculture Fair & Rodeo Fair Queen; 3, Chisholm Trail Round-Up Queen & Court Sweepstakes Award: Cuero Chamber of Commerce Special Awards: Buc-cees, H-E-B, Annie Oakley Pest Control, Luling Jr. High Cheerleaders, Lockhart Youth Pop Warner, Class of 1972
59th Annual Watermelon Thump Champion Melon Weighing
Parade Judging
Galpin, Luling, 45-5; 3, G.C. Searcy, Austin, 4410 Age 1-5 1, Charlee Bullock, Luling, 25-1; 2, Jacob B. Coulter, 23-2; 3, Darcy Mullen, Luling, 18-0. Age 6-11 1, Kross Conley, Luling, 37-3; 2, Elizabeth Camacho, Luling, 36-9; 3, Josh Kula, Frisco, 31-6. Age 12-17 1, A.J. Camacho, Luling, 58-7; 2, Victoria Camacho, Luling, 42-3; 3, Addie Kraus, Luling, 38-3. Childrens team 1, Sickeadellack Seeds, (Josh Kula, Cross Conley, Nicole Kula, Lizzy Kula), 126-6; 2, Spitters (A.J. Camacho, Addie Kraus, Victoria Camacho, Laney Jones), 115-10; 3, First Timerr (Kassidy Whitaker, Trinity Whitaker, Zayn Whitaker, Katryne Whitaker), 94-8. Adult Team 1, Seldom Spit Never Swallow (Chris V. Jones, Lembe Allen, Trey Bailey, Ryan Robertson), 145-2; 2, 3 Old Dudes to 1 Young Champ (Norman Kraus, Jim McNeal, Edgar Camacho, David Camacho), 142-1; 3, Seawall Spitters (Michael Do, Khoa Pham, Terry Lo, Clay Hines), 134-1. Pre-Original/Restored Car or Truck 1, Bruce DuBose, Gonzales, 1929 Ford 1-Ton pickup 1946-1956 Original/Restored Car 1, George Hazlett, Lockhart, 1955 Pontiac Starchief 1957-1970 Original/Restored Car 1, Edward Clutter, San Antonio, 1959 Ford Galaxie 500; 2, Doug Hall, San Marcos, 1968 Chevy Camaro; 2, Paul Duffy, Cuero, 1966 T-Bird. 1971-1990 Original/Restored Car 1, Cliff Barr, San Antonio, 1971 Chevelle; 2, Richard Whitaker, Luling, 1988 Monte Carlo. 1991-Up Original/Restored Car 1, Al Duvall, Cuero, 2003 Monte Carlo; 2, Manuel Moran II, Cedar Creek, 2010, Chevy Camaro. 1949-1964 Custom Car 1, Jim Palmer, Austin, 1961 Impala (Bubbletop); 2, Don Peterson, Austin, 1961 Impala; 2, Sam McCormick, Victoria, 1960 Ford 2Dr Hrdtop
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1965-1980 Custom Car 1, Robert Trevino, Schertz, 1966 Chevy II Nova SS; 2, Troy Day, Elgin, 1969 Chevy Camaro; 3, Randy Campbell, Universal City, 1968 Camaro. 1981-Up Custom Car 1, Earlene Steiner, Van Ormy, 2008 Dodge Super Bee; 2, Bob & Sue Agan, Killeen, 2010 Camaro. 1955-1957 Chevy 1, Cal & C.J. Watts, Luling, 1957 Chevy Bel Air; 2, Sonny Chapman, Seguin, 1957 Chevy Bel Air; 3, Bobby Miller, New Braunfels, 1956 Chevy Bel Air 4 dr. 1964-1973 Mustangs 1, Jack & Dorothy Allman, Martindale, 1968 Mustang; 2, John Cook, Garden Ridge, 1966 Mustang; 2, Dick & Denise Wakefield, La Vernia, 1968 Mustang. 1974-Current Mustangs 1, James Miller, Gonzales, 2007 Mustang; 2, James Gutierrez, San Antonio, 2008 Mustang. 1953-1982 Corvette 1, James Hagan, Aransas Pass, 1959 Corvette; 2, Happy Malatek, Fentress, 1957 Corvette. 1984-Current Corvette 1, Curtis Walker, Austin, 1999 Corvette; 2, Jake Johnson, New Braunfels, 2005 Corvette. 4x4s 1, Cato Martinez, San Marcos, 1998 GMC Yukon; 2, Jerrett Brewer, Adkins, 2010 Silverado 1969-Current Mopar 1, Cliff & Teresa Conrad, Martindale, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda; 2, Kraig & Lauri Kvalevog, Killeen, 1970 Dodge Challenger 1946-1970 Original/Restored Truck 1, James Montgomery, Luling, 1966 El Camino; 2, Richard Ward, Houston, 1963 Ford F100; 3, Tom & Judy Isennock, san Antonio, 1968 Chevy Stepside P/U 1971-1990 Original/Restored Truck 1, Bill & Rachel Schmidt, New Braunfels, 1977 Ford F-100 1991-Current Original/Restored Truck 1, Rebecca Hagan, Aransas Pass, 2005 Chevy SSR 1957-1975 Custom Truck
1, Mike Larra, San Antonio, 1971 Chevy C-10; 2, James Tullous, Martindale, 1962 Studebaker 1973-1990 Custom Truck 1, James Mendez, Seguin, 1993 Chevy P/U 1991-Up Custom Truck 1, Gunny Almaguer, Luling, 1997 Chevy P/U; 2, Judy Hendricles, Luling, 1992 Chevy 454SS; 2, Joel Ontiveros, New Braunfels, 2002 Chevy Suburban Rat Rod 1, Jim Owen, Round Rock, 1930 Ford Model A P/U; 2, Jason OKeefe, Martindale, 1929 Ford Model A Competition Class 1, Danny Sarvis, Converse, 1970 Oldsmobile 442; 2, Richard Higgs, Garden Ridge, 2010 Challenger; 2, Mike Sorensen, Leander, 2006 Grimes Drag Boat Low Rider 1, Joe R. Carmanza, San Antonio, 1972 Impala; 2, Luis Rodriguez, San Antonio, 1991 Pontiac Grand A Pre-1935 Open Rod 1, Larry Krueger, Seguin, 1932 Ford Roadster Pre-1935 Rod Coupe 1, Cal & C.J. Watts, Luling, 1934 Ford Coupe; 2, James & Patricia Bennett, Dale, 1932 Ford Coupe Pre-1935 Rod Sedan 1, Wayne Thumann, Weimar, 1934 Ford Sedan; 2, Larry Coker, Cuero, 1929 Ford Sedan Fat Fender Sedan 1935-1948 1, Johnny Malik, Maxwell, 1938 Chevy 2 dr Sedan; 2, Cotton Etheridge, Luling, 1937 Chevy Master Deluxe Fat Fender Coupe 1935-1948 1, Willis Ragsdale, Buda, 1936 Ford 3-window; 2, Stan Ferguson, San Antonio, 1937 Ford Coupe 1935-1956 Fat Fender Truck 1, Joe Hutcheson, Lockhart, 1940 Ford P/U Best of Show Willis Ragsdale, Buda, 1936 Ford 3-Window
Championship 1, David Camacho, Luling, 46-7; 2, Phillip
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The Main Street Summer Concert Series will wrap up June with a bang Friday. Literally. Vince Vance and the Valiants, along with vivacious Valiantettes, is the premier show band on tour today. This high-energy musical revue has thrilled audiences of all ages from coast to coast with their unforgettable brand of music and comedy. Take a journey through Rock n Roll history from the 50s to the 90s with the unparalleled Vince Vance as your tour guide. Be a part of the action as Vince hotrods you back to the Fabulous 50s then skyrockets you into the techno pop sounds of the 90s. Vince Vance, the consummate master of ceremonies and the unsurpassed showman of our times, is the ultimate statement in sophistication for formal events and dinner banquets. The band is now in its 41st year together, and have performedmore than 6,000 shows in 13 countries and 34 states, including two shows at the White House in 1994 and 1995. Vince Vance & the Valiants has recorded 22 singles, 11 albums of which two are number one hits: Bomb Iran of 1980-81, written during the Hostage Crisis, and All I Want for Christmas is You of 19892005, the number one country Christmas song and the most-requested song at Christmas each of those years. The girl singers, or Val-
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iantettes, of Vince Vance & the Valiants, without exception, have always had names that begin with the letter V. Currently they are introduced as The Vivacious, Voluptuous Vixens of Rock n Roll, the Valuable, yet Vulnerable, Valiantettes Vixie, Violet and Velicity! The first t is silent in the name Valiantette, so it is actually pronounced Val-yunnet. To learn more about the Valiantettes, check out their page on vincevance. com Except for Vince, none of the boys in Vince Vance & the Valiants have ever had a name that started with the letter V. Our long standing band line-up includes: Ed Doc Loftus, musical director on keys and vocals; Shane McCauley AKA Tall McCall, the tallest drummer in the world; Tommy Tucker who not only sings, but also plays bass for his supper; and, on lead guitar, Mike Boyd, Country Musics Golden Throat. Vince features the greatest living saxophonist, Jimmy Vee, who simultaneously plays alto and tenor saxes... one upside-down. His entourage includes colorful Roadies like Mr. Mad Dog. Vince travels with 50 complete costume changes including a Christmas Tree costume that lights up, a case of hair spray and 3 hair dryers, 40 pairs of sunglasses, 15 bow ties, 12 cummerbunds, 10 scarves, 8 feather boas, 20 gold chain and necklaces, 14 pairs of shoes and 3 pairs of boots. Vinces props are a BIG 6-foot Vince Head and his John Deere 5-wheel tricycle. Vinces tallest hair day is 18.365 inches! Yes, thats all his hair! Vince Vance is a voting member of the National Academy of the Recording Arts & Sciences (NARAS), the organization awards the Grammys each year, SESAC and the AF of M.
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One of the most anticipated moments of this years Gonzales Main Street Star Spangled Spectacular will be the return to the stage by a hometown favorite. The Gonzales-based band TEXXAS will be co-headlining the musical acts playing in the event, which will be held on July 4 in Confederate Square. The band was founded by Dennis Richter, better known for his role as Gonzales Countys Chief Deputy, and features a bonafide rising star in Richters 16-year old son, Dennis Jr., who has been performing with the group for nearly four years. My dad just put me on stage one night and I played a little bit on drums, recalled Dennis Jr. about his professional debut. I was kind of nervous, but it was fun. It was a cool deal. Ever since then, I just kept on playing. Dennis Jr. can be considered as a musical prodigy. His first actual stage appearance in public came at the tender age of five when he played a song on guitar. When I was little I used to get up there and mess around a bit, but I didnt really know what I was doing, he said. I used to watch my dad play and I just picked it up. I copied the things that he did and it came off real easy. He always wanted to play so I put him up there, said Dennis Sr. He would be strumming on this guitar and not really know what he was doing, but he was playing it. We started working together on drums at the house where I would show him a few different rhythms. He developed really quickly. By the third time he performed with the band, he was playing the entire night.
In addition to playing music, the younger Richter also showed a penchant for lyrics early on. It was amazing because before he even went to school he could remember all the words to these songs and recite them to you, said Dennis Sr. As soon as he was able to write, he was writing down the lyrics to all these songs that I couldnt even remember the words to. Its safe to say that Dennis Jr. came about his talents honestly because his father also displayed his musical abilities while still in elementary school. I really liked music when I was a kid, Dennis Sr. said. I dont know why but I was really into Hank Williams and all of the old Country singers. The first thing I ever did was a second grade talent show and from that moment on Ive done something in music. Richters talent only increased as he got older, earning himself a four-year college musical scholarship while he was still in the eighth grade. He planned on going to school to major in music, but became distracted by some of lifes worldly pleasures. When I graduated high school, I was playing gigs five or six nights a week and making pretty good money, he said. By then I wasnt interested in college, I wanted to do what your typical 17-year old kid does. My interests were playing baseball, playing music and chasing girls. After high school, Richter spent a few years in the work force employed as a carpenter. Shortly after that, he found himself on a path leading him back to his second great love - law enforcement. Ive always been interested in law enforcement, he said. I had some kinfolk
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who were in the business and I had the opportunity to go to the police academy in Victoria. From there, Richter attended college and earned his Masters Degree in Criminal Justice in just six years. I graduated Magna Cum Laude which was kind of amazing because in high school I just barely got by, he said. I had an almost perfect 4.0 grade point average in college. Playing music was something Richter continued to do throughout and he eventually decided to form his band, thus TEXXAS was born. It was just my way to deal with stress and have a release, he said about creating the band. When Im playing, I really love to see the reaction of the crowd. I love playing music; its just very satisfying for me. I especially like playing for benefits because I enjoy giving back to the community. The other current TEXXAS members are David Haug on bass guitar, John Chenault on lead guitar, Don Florus on fiddle, Bart Moore on steel guitar and Mike Smith on piano. Each musician is an accomplished talent in his own right including Florus and Moore, who played for years with The Velvets, and Smith, who studied under George Straits piano player Ronnie Huckaby and played with the Randy Rogers Band. Over the years, TEXXAS has made quite a name for themselves playing in smaller venues around the region. The band will go into the studio next month to record its first album of original material, which they plan to release later this year. Five of the albums songs were written by Dennis Jr. I just sat down one day when I didnt have anything to do and it just kind of happened, he said when asked about the origin of his songwriting career. I didnt know if they were any good until Dad told me they were. The new project will be TEXXAS second release because the band put out a CD of cover songs in 2004. If they achieve commercial success and find themselves in the big time, it will bring about the day where the Richter men will go in separate directions. I imagine at that point I will probably fade into the background and it will be all D.J.s because Im dedicated to my law enforcement career, said Dennis Sr. I really see it in him because he definitely has what it takes to make it happen. If it takes off Im going with it, said Dennis Jr. Doing this for the rest of my life sounds like a good deal to me. More information about TEXXAS can be found online on the bands website, www.TEXXASmusic.com, or on the TEXXAS Facebook page.
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Branson regular to head next Gonzales Country Music show

All the way from Branson, Missouri, The Cajun Fiddler Wade Benson Landry will headline the next Gonzales Counry Music Show at the Lynn Theatre. The event kicks off at 7 p.m. Thursday, July 5. Tickets are $6 and available at the Gonzales Chamber of Commerce or at the door. The music will wrap up around 9:30 p.m. Along with his wife Teresa, Landrys Swingin Cajun Style Show in Branson is a show straight from his heart. Wade brings his Louisiana influences to the stage with its sound and energies. He gives a sizzling start to your morning guaranteed to make you yell...AAAEee! Its a two-
Half Moon Holidays set July 7

SHINER The 33rd Annual Half Moon Holidays will be held on Saturday, July 7. With food, drinks, activities, music, a 5K/10K Fun Run on Saturday morning, and ending with an old-fashioned Fireworks Show, there will be fun for the whole family. This year, the 2012 Half Moon Holidays will be held in Welhausen Park, located just two blocks from downtown Shiner on Avenue E (Highway 90A) between 9th and 10th Streets. The Fun Run will start and end in Green Dickson Park (as always). There will be plenty of parking, food and drinks for all ages, and lots of fun activities to watch or participate in. The parade kicks off at 10:30 a.m., fol-
hour show with cajun, traditional country and western swing, interactive video, gospel and comedy. Audiences may have seen Wade in other Branson shows: The Buck Trent Show, The Mel Tillis Show, The Grand Ladies of Country Music Show and at Silver Dollar Citys Echo Hollow. As always, the entertainment will feature a double-header of stars. Singer/songwriter Jim McWhorter and Nikki Vincent are also scheduled to appear. Backing them will be the house band of Robert Remschel, Johnny Hoffpauir, Wendell ONeal, Diane Farley and Garry Swanson.
lowed by the 9th Street Tractor Show. other events include a washer tournament, games, a biergarten and food and craft booths. A softball tournament is also scheduled at Green-Dickson park. On the bandstand, DJ Reid Schaeffer will spin the tunes, along with polka music from local artists from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. and fun family-friendly music from 1-4:30 p.m. Vic and Beaver will perform classic hits from 5-7 p.m. The fireworks get underway at GreenDickson Park at 9:15 p.m., and after the big show theres another big show: Los Kolaches will provide the music for a street dance following the fireworks.
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Sievers Medical Clinic Yankees. Team members are Zachary Davis, Garrett Rickman, Benny Gallardo, Keaton Kuntschik, Caden Low, Aaren Rocha, Joshua Bustos, Garrett Hurley, River Haynes and Devin Bennett. Manager is Wes Davis and coaches are Jeremy Rocha and David Kuntschik. Team Mom is Misty Kuntschik. TSG Architects Rangers. Team members are Heath Henke, Mason Richter, Tyvi(Photo by Mark Lube) one Roaches, Tyler Andrews, Corbin Silbas, Bradley Bakken, Jake Barnick, Seth Gibson, Brandon Carrizales and Gavin Navarro. Manager is Brian Gibson and coaches are Dennis Richter and Bobby Henke. Team Mom is Kim Richter. (Photo by Mark Lube)
Major Baseball
Boomers Giants. Team members are Matthew Banda, Isaac Longoria, Isaac Kluting, Larry Gomez, Trent Wilkerson, Devon Banda, Ancel Atkinson, Christian Pena, Tanner Mash, Corey Anzaldua and Jakeb Maldonado. Manager is Martin LongoSage Capital Bank Athletics. Team members are Alex Villa, Miles Svoboda, Cole ria and coaches are David Molina and Frankie Venegas. Team Mom is LeAnn WilkHendershot, Heber Cardona, Trace Herndon, J.D. Baker, Colby Cox, Clayton Re- erson. (Photo by Mark Lube) ese, Levi Hernandez and Juan Licea, Jr. Manager is Ross Hendershot and coaches are Clay Baker and Mike Svoboda. Team Mom is Shelly Hendershot. (Photo by Mark Lube)
Major Baseball
Major Baseball
Minor Softball
Allens Body Tech Gonzales Grey. Team members are Shelby Davis, Hayley Sample, Peyton Ruddock, Jordan Williams, Crista Carrizales, Hailey Riojas, Isabell Clay, Kiley Allen, Sadie Thibodeaux, Wendy Lopez, Ashlynn Stewart and Alyssa Faith. Manager is Brian Sample and coaches are Will Ruddock and Jason Davis. Team Mom is Jennifer Davis. (Photo by Mark Lube)
Minor Softball
White Construction Gonzales White. Team members are Samantha Kuntschik, Bailey Bennett, Madison Culpepper, Rebekah Baker, Jillian Guerra, Sidnie Bazan, Lillie Griffin, Harlee Tuch, Kristen Rodriguez and Mikayla Harper. Manager is Ricky Bazan and coaches are San Juan Garcia and Julio Salinas. Team Mom is Misty Kuntschik. (Photo by Mark Lube)
Way To Go Teams! Holiday Finance Corporation

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Minor Softball
Lone Star Bank Gonzales Black. Team members are Grace Morgan, Madison Stamport, Kaitlyn Taylor, Kyleigh Tieken, Juliana Reyna, Megan Torres, Amy Swanson, Sydney Clack, Taylor Glass, Alexis Ramirez, Kiyra Camarillo, Anessa Carrizales and Seidy Villegas. Manager is Gary Clack and coaches are Eric Camarillo and Cha Chi Carrizales. Team Mom is Kay Swanson. (Photo by Mark Lube)
Minor Softball
Sleep Inn and Suites Gonzales Orange. Team members are Marina Villareal, Priscilla Angel, Jisaela Longoria, Abigail Rodriguez, Mallory Vara, Chasity Riojas, Michaela Malatek, McKenzie Villareal, Victoria Camarillo, Staznie Molina, Jolie Moreno, Alicia Ramirez and Yaslyn Mayberry. Manager is David Vara and coaches are Matt Villareal and Marcus Longoria. Team Mom is Heaven Villareal. (Photo by Mark Lube)
Minor Baseball
Buddys Natural Chicken Indians. Team members are Colby Richter, Keisey Ramirez, Christian Tibbetts, Thomas Rodriguez, Devin Cantu, Jared Esparza, GVTC Braves. Team members are Caleb Camarillo, Donovan Lerma, Quinton Mykal Sirildo, Dylan Rodriguez, Coby Rodriguez, Luis Ortega, Albert Camarillo Parker, Noah Garza, Avery Almaguer, Avram Almaguer, Jesse Segura, Elijah and Joseph Fagundes. Manager is Joey Rodriguez and coaches are David Cantu, Garza, Christopher Camarillo, Jamison Cogburn, Christifer Camarillo and David Jr. and Albert Camarillo. Team Mom is Jolando Rodriguez. (Photo by Mark Lube) Ramirez. Manager is Chris Camarillo and coaches are Billy Parker and Mark San Miguel. Team Mom is Janice Camarillo. (Photo by Mark Lube)
Minor Baseball
Minor Baseball
Lucas Energy, Inc. Reds. Team members are Landon Watson, Christian Almaguer, Jake Hardcastle, Jaydyn Lookabill, Marcus Coronado, Nico Anzaldua, Carson Reese, Ty Loosli, Tucker Loosli, Diego Diaz De Leon and Joshua Martinez. Manager Sonic Drive-In Astros. Team members are Cade Davis, Gerard Nunez, Domiis Chris Almaguer and coaches are David Vega and Isaac Anzaldua. Team Mom is nic Vega, Kobe Schwausch, Lane Mills, Eduardo Cervantes, Kyle Krum, Tanner Blundell, Cruz Flores, Gabriel Licea, Coby Pruett and Jesus Silva. Manager is Wendy Anzaldua. (Photo by Mark Lube) Dean Davis and coaches are Gerard Nunez and Justin Schwausch. Team Mom is Allison Davis. (Photo by Mark Lube)
Minor Baseball
Minor Baseball
Munson and Burns Rockies. Team members are Lantz Pyssen, Ryan Gomez, Ryan Kocian, Brett Jahns, Brady Oakes, Samuel Benes, Weldon Holub, Reid Yackel, Frank Benes, Issac Espinoza, Jason Hernandez and Jaiahius Goode. Manager is Jay Pyssen and coaches are Kevin Oakes and Lance Benes. Team Mom is Christina Jahns. (Photo by Mark Lube)
Pee Wee Softball
Buffington Funeral Home Gonzales Black. Team members are Ainsley Riojas, Christiny Carrizales, Hailey Hidalgo, Jossalyn Estrada, Kaylee Cox, Natalie Tenberg, Madelynn Brown, Ashtyn Kardosz, Allison Landrum and Meray Molina. Manager is Stephen Tenberg and coaches are David Kardosz, Dory Gonzales, Johana lamprecht and Jimbo Lamprecht. Team Mom is Kimberlee Brown. (Photo by Mark Lube)
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Congratulations on a Great Season!
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Dalton & the 14 & 15 year old All Star Teams & Garrett & the 11 year old All Star Teams
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Pee Wee Softball
GVEC Home Gonzales White. Team members are Morgan Farrar, Kristyn Baker, Audrey Martinez, Carlee Ramos, Delilah Martinez, RaeAnna Flores, Savannah Heximer, Trinity Aguero, Samantha Barnick, Ashleigh Luensmann and Paris Flach. Manager is Gabe Aguero and coaches are Ronnie Luensmann and Chris Kutac. Team Mom is Lori Luensmann. (Photo by Mark Lube)
Pee Wee Softball
Harding Pump & Supply Gonzales Orange. Team members are Alyson Jahns, Kayden Wilke, Kamrynn Zella, Gabriella Falcon, McKenzie Hodges, Haley Barrington, Kari Leal; Noraiyah Gallegos, Teagan Faith, Alicia Camarillo, Brooklyn Simper and Addison Farias. Manager is Wade Zella and coaches are Damon Flores, Kenny Hodges and Brent Wilke. Team Mom is Laura Zella. (Photo by Mark Lube)
Pee Wee Softball
Penn Virginia Oil & Gas Gonzales Grey. Team members are Lilyanna Escobedo, Aubrey Lopez, Samantha Villa, Heidi Cleveland, Ava Medellin, Marissa Molina, Kelly Ramirez, Bailey Petras, Lidia Cleveland, Kaitlyn Banda and Kelli Soefje. Manager is Sammy Villa and coaches are Louis Lopez, Bryan Petras and Joseph Escobedo. Team Mom is Becky Villa. (Photo by Mark Lube)
Pee Wee Baseball
Community Health Centers of South Texas Cubs. Team members are Joe Canales, Jr., Hadley Borrer, Brody Borrer, Ryan Bailey, Robert Cantu III, Jathan Martinez, Jared Cook, Xavier Condel, Blake Hull, Sebastian San Miguel, Fabian Ramirez, Damian Longoria and Ethan Crouch. Manager is Joe Canales and coaches are Josh Cronch, Lee Sirilo and Keith Borrer. Team Mom is Jessica Canales. (Photo by Mark Lube)
Pee Wee Baseball
Pee Wee Baseball
Lindemann Fertilizer Tigers. Team members are Rylan McGehee, Blayne Belin, Robert Rodriguez, Layne Thiele, Jordan Riojas, Cooper LaBuhn, Kason Tieken, Craig Tuch, Logan Cantrell, Braden Clampit, Cesar Matamoros, Kalazah Medina and Corbin Wolff. Manager is Kermit Thiele and coaches are B.J. LaBuhn; Matt Wolff and Jeromy Belin. Team Mom is Erin LaBuhn. (Photo by Mark Lube)
Greenleaf Carpet and Air Duct Cleaning Pirates. Team members are Christian Medina, Zander Kluting, Cason Moore, Braden Barfield, Dustin Schuette, Jaekwon Hastings, Jake Yackel, Travis Thibodeaux, Jace Ramos, Jacob Holden, Brett Breitschopf, Sonny Ramirez and Jared Allen. Manager is Spencer Breitschopf and coaches are Chris Thibodeaux, John Holden and Mark Yackel. Team Mom is Sara Breitschopf. (Photo by Mark Lube)
Pee Wee Baseball
Texas Credit Revival Red Sox. Team members are Christian Camarillo, Rocky Reyes, Jordan Lookabill, Jarren Johnson, Joshua Esparza, Aiden Hernandez, Steven Maldonado, Mason Navejar, Brice Thibodaux, Jessie Ray Vigil, Jr., Jacob Camarillo, Nicolas (Paul) Deleon, Jacob Bakken and Jalen Miller. Manager is Daniel Camarillo and coaches are Roy Johnson, Jerry Esparza and Gabriel Camarillo. Team Mom is Nikki Bakken. (Photo by Mark Lube)
Coach Pitch
Sonic Drive In 672-7090

Good Luck on hitting the ball & having fun!
Mark Hagen
Congratulations to all Little League Teams!
Congratulations Tigers on a Great Season!
Lindemann Fertilizer
Cost, Texas
Lester Farms Cardinals. Team members are Ryder McGehee, Emily Stamport, Alaysia Wilson, Ryan Wilson, Jacob Clack, Parker Storey, Faith Lester, Mallory Clack, Tyrann Webb, Tara Lester and Kaden DeLeon. Manager is Tom Lester and coaches are Daniel Lester, Gary Clack and Philip Storey. Team Mom is Tiffany Lester. (Photo by Mark Lube)
830-437-2269 Toll Free:1-800-331-1675
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Way To Go Little Leaguers on a great season!
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830-672-6536
672-7581
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Coach Pitch
Coach Pitch
West Motors Marlins. Team members are Kassidy Contreras, Brady Herndon, Kennon Harkey, Cortney Tuch, Grace Frederick, Cole Boothe, Samantha Alaniz, Connor Vega, Jaydon Blackwell, Taelynn Thwing and Jace Rodriguez. Manager is Renee Thwing and coaches are Todd Thwing, Michael Tuch and Andrew Rodriguez. Team Mom is Kara Tuch. (Photo by Mark Lube)
Apache Storage Dodgers. Team members are Weston Ruddock, Aiden Medel, Connor Oeltjen, Kamren Leal, Coy Roach, Katelyn Carter, Miguel Moreno, Adrian Lopez, Jessica Rangel, Marissa Silva, Kade Avant and Cree Stowers. Manager is Roy Beaver and coaches are Jeremy Leal, Cody White and Tommy Avant. Team Mom is Shauna East. (Photo by Mark Lube)
Coach Pitch
Coach Pitch
3-S Services Rays. Team members are Brayden Davis, Buck Garza, Macy Sample, Ravyn Lookabill, Kylee Watson, Mikayla Vinklarek, Peyton Wyatt, Landon Atkins, Aiden Farias and Treyston Hutchins. Manager is Kenny Garza and coaches are Austyn Orta, Amanda Garza and Damon Flores. Team Mom is Jennifer Davis. (Photo by Mark Lube)
Knights of Columbus Council #5090 White Sox. Team members are Tyler Rodriguez, Manuel Noyola, Kaleb Perez, Madeline Velasquez, Tyler Riojas, Vanessa Contreras, Damian Sanchez, Julissa Sanchez, Dylan Massey, Terrel Henderson and Domian Hernandez. Manager is Chris Rodriguez and coaches are Juan Hernandez, Robert Massey and Terny Henderson. Team Mom is Melissa Rodriguez. (Photo by Mark Lube)
Coach Pitch
T-Ball
Clear Water Realty Mets. Team members are Isabella Guerra, Aiden Camarillo, Demetrieus Segura, Macey Pena, Jaye Garcia, Aiden Noyola, Jacob Reyes, Melody Pick, Breanna Torres, Chrisean White and Noe Garcia. Manager is Manuel Pena and coaches are John Pick and Albert Camarillo. Team Mom is Christina Melchor. (Photo by Mark Lube)
Warrior Supply Diamondsbacks. Team members are David Shelton, Zane Whitehead, Morgan Culpepper, Ruby Camarillo, Dyllan Chrismon, Alyssa Cantrell, Avain Lopez, Kenyon Conkling, Rocky Gallegos and Kayleigh Fridrich. Manager is JD Shelton and coaches are Dub Whitehead and Curt Culpepper. Team Mom is Heather Shelton. (Photo by Mark Lube)
T-Ball
Lucas Energy, Inc Royals. Team members are Thomas Hardcastle, Jordan Escobedo, Matthew Deleon, Jolynn Law, Xavier Burton, Landon Holub, Marina CamarilCircle G Truck Stop Orioles. Team members are Haley Cantu, Lauro Arizpe III, Calo, Cynthia Webb, Sonny Sirilo, Harley Rodriguez and Ryann Michalec. Manager leb Almaguer, Malorie Navejar, Andrew Garza, Jr., Taylor Warrick, Sara Vorheis, is Ron Holub and coaches are Mary Lou Holub, Nick Deleon and Rolando EscPayton Moore, Joshua Hernandez, Hunter Henke and Hayden Hull. Manager is obedo. Team Mom is Rebecca Hardcastle. (Photo by Mark Lube) Charlene Henke and coaches are David Cantu, Jr. Darrell Hull and Lauro Arizpe, Jr. Team Mom is Yolando Arizpe. (Photo by Mark Lube)
T-Ball
T-Ball
Kitchen Pride Mushroom Angels. Team members are JesLynn Vigil, Evie Flores, Ty Petras, Joey Garcia, Tyra Durst, Tristan Wright, Krysta Cox, Jaqarius Hastings, Jesse Holden and Jeffrey Tyler. Manager is John Holden and coaches are Jesse Vigil, Jaime Holden and Kyle Wright. Team Mom is Suzanne Vigil. (Photo by Mark Lube)
Way to Go Teams!
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1212 Church St., Gonzales
830-672-2891
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All-Star Schedules
9/10-Year-Old Baseball East Zone International Tournament Schedule (All games played at the Gonzales Little League Complex) Game 1: Cuero vs Shiner, Thursday, 6 p.m.; Game 2: Lockhart vs Gonzales, Thursday, 8 p.m.; Game 3: Luling vs Winner of Game 1, Friday, 8 p.m.; Game 4: Hallettsville vs Winner of Game 2, Friday, 6 p.m.; Game 5: Loser of Game 1 vs Loser of Game 4; Saturday, 5 p.m.; Game 6: Loser of Game 2 vs Loser Game 3, Saturday, 7 p.m.; Game 7: Winner of Game 3 vs Winner of Game 4, Sunday, 7 p.m.; Game 8: Winner of Game 5 vs Winner of Game 6, Sunday, 5 p.m.; Game 9: Loser of Game 7 vs Winner of Game 8, Monday, 7 p.m.; Game 10: Winner of Game 7 vs Winner of Game 9, championship game, July 5, 7 p.m.; Game 11: Championship game, 2nd game if Game 11 Loser is from winning bracket. 9/10-Year-Old Softball East Zone International Tournament Schedule (All games played at the Gonzales Little League Complex) Game 1: Shiner vs Lockhart, Friday, 6 p.m.; Game 2: Cuero vs Gonzales, Friday, 8 p.m.; Game 3: Winner Game 1 vs Yoakum, Saturday, 7 p.m.; Game 4: Loser Game 2 vs Loser Game 1, Saturday, 5 p.m.; Game 5: Winner of Game 2 vs Winner of Game 3, Sunday, 5 p.m.; Game 6: Winner of Game 4 vs Loser of Game 3, Sunday, 7 p.m.; Game 7: Loser of Game 5 vs Winner of Game 6, Monday, 7 p.m.; Game 8: Championship, Winner of Game 5 vs Winner of Game 7, Monday, 7 p.m.; Game 9: Championship Game two, will be played if Game 8 loser is from the winning bracket.
Good Luck 12-yr-old All Stars

Congratulations Caden!
Granny Jo & PaPa
Junior League Rosters

Girls Softball Elks Lodge Gonzales Orange Alyssa Barta, Caytlyn Molina, Taylor McCollum, Molly Barnick, Margaret Gonzales, Sara Swanson, Mallory Pyssen, Gretchen Singleton, Destiny Gomez, Megan Massey, Angelica Castro, Kirstin McKinney, Roma Gallardo, Melissa Holt and Sheridan Tate. Manager is Jay Pyssen and coaches are Janie Massey and Charley Tate. Boys Baseball GVEC.net Gonzales Orange Johnathan Banda, Tyler Hendershot, Alyas Ramirez, Tyler Henderson, Brandon Garrison, Zach Akers, Ryan Benes, Colby Cantu, Dylan Cantu, Trent Schauer, Zach Payne and John Bashaw. Manager is David Cantu and coaches are Steven Cantu and George Tealer. Odd Fellows Lodge #38 Gonzales Black Weston Davis, Joshua Padilla, Dawson Hull, Micah Medellin, Cody Oakes, Wade Miller, Aaron Hunt, Marco Ynclan, Tristan Riley, Mason Galvan, Alex Ortiz and Kolby Kifer. Manager is Joe Ortiz and coaches are Mike Miller and Bobby Padilla. GVEC Gonzales White Josh Haynes, Carlos Mendoza, Brandon White, Devin Rickman, Seth Brzozowski, Sergio Garza, Blake Cox, Dalton Kuntschik, Dylan Mills, Austyn Orta and Christopher Cantu. Manager is David Kuntschik and coaches are Shane Brzozowski and Kenny Garza. NOTE: These teams were not available on Picture Day and team pictures could not be obtained.
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Mohrmanns Drug Store

Fast, Friendly Service! 413 St. George, Gonzales, Texas 78629 (830) 672-2317
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Fourth of July Spectacular
The Cannon Thursday, June 28, 2012
Area towns to celebrate Independence Day

No matter where you go this week, you can expect to be celebrating the nations birthday. Several towns throughout the region Flatonia, Waelder, Gonzales and Cuero have plans to help celebrate the Fourth of July in grand fashion, with festivals, fireworks and fun. A weeks worth of observations get underway Saturday, June 30 in Flatonia as the Flatonia Chamber of Commerce hosts its second annual Flatonia Freedom Fest. Booths open at 9 a.m., with a classic car show at 10 a.m., a patriotic parade at 11, music by the Acoustic Crackerjacks from noon until 5 and the Wing Fling Cookoff starting at noon. There will also be a sidewalk chalk art contest, a homemade ice cream contest and an apple pie contest. On Wednesday, three locations will observe Independence Day with local celebrations. The Waelder Lions and Leo Clubs will sponsor its annual Fourth of July Big Bang Fireworks Display July 4th at Waelder City Park. The event will include a soccer tournament, raffle drawing, food concession stands, patriotic enterainment and fun. The Big Bang activities will start at noon. In Cuero, the Independence Day Celebration kicks off at 6 p.m. in Cuero Municipal Park. Tommy Schlein will provide country music hits from 6-9 p.m. at the Basketball Pavilion and the Cuero High School Choir will host a refreshment sale to help raise funds for a European trip. Fireworks begin around 9 p.m. The areas biggest celebration will take place in Gonzales, with a day full of good food, fun and music at the Gonzales Main street Star Spangled Spectacular. The Barbecue and Bean CookOff gets underway early, and vendors open at 10 a.m. There will be a Yo-Yo Tricks contest on the main stage starting at 10 a.m. as well. At noon the first of the Cannon Goofy Games gets underway with My Momma Told me ... as kids ages 8-13 get to perform their best impressions of their Moms. As soon as that contest ends, registration gets underway for the first VFW/Elks and Lady Elks Decorated Bicycle Parade for kids ages 12 and under. The parade kicks off at 12:30 p.m. At 1 p.m., kids ages 9-13 can get involved in a watermelon eating contest. Teenagers are invited to take a poke at Dad starting at 2 p.m. with the Stuff My Dad Says contest on the main stage. Teens ages 13-18 will be judged on how well they can imitate their Dads (and still get away with it). The locally favorite band TEXXAS will also take the main stage at noon. Turn-in and judging in the Bean Cook-Off is set for 2:30 p.m., followed shortly afterwards by the Ribs turn-in and judging at 3. Next up is the days manliest event the Goofy Games Mens Bikini Con-
test. Men will try on bikinis over their clothes, with the one getting the loudest catcalls from the female audience taking home the prize. Chicken turn-in and judging is at 3:30 p.m., followed at 4 by the brisket turn-in and judging. In the area by the Gonzales Firehouse, 4 p.m. will also signal the start of the Goofy Games Womens Tug-ofWar, as six-man teams struggle to pull the others into a small wading pool. The VFW, Elks and Lady Elks will hold drawings in three age groups at 6 p.m. for bicycles to be given away, then Chris Salinas and the Wild Grass Band take the stage with their upbeat country sound from 7-10 p.m.. At around 9:15 p.m., the spectacular fireworks show begins.
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TEXXAS includes D.J. Richter (Vocals, Acoustic Guitar, Drums), Dennis Richter (Vocals, Acoustic Guitar, Drums), Nick Lewis (Vocals, Keyboards), David Haug (Vocals, Bass Guitar), Don Florus (Vocals, Fiddle), John Chenault (Vocals, Lead Guitar), Bart Moore (Steel Guitar). Theyll be playing from noon until 4 p.m.
Fourth of July Spectacular

The Cannon Thursday, June 28, 2012 Thursday, June 28, 2012 The Cannon Chris Salinas and The Wild Grass Band was announced as the winners of the 2012 San Antonio Music Awards in the Best Country/Americana Band category. Theyll headline on the Main Stage from 7-10 p.m.
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Caraway Ford Gonzales 1405 Sarah DeWitt,

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Have Fun At The 4th of July Celebration.
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Gonzales Main Street Star Spangled Spectacular 9 a.m. Barbecue and Bean Cookoff begins; cookers can check in at 7 a.m. 10 a.m. Yo-Yo Tricks Contest at the Main Stage Noon My Momma Told Me... Imitating your Mom contest for kids ages 8-13, Main stage Lineup begins for Decorated Bicycle Parade on Confederate Square Music on Main Stage by TEXXAS 12:30 p.m. Decorated Bicycle Parade, Ages 12 and under, Confederate Square 1 p.m. Watermelon Eating Contest ages 9-13 2 p.m. Stuff My Daddy Says Imitating your Dad contest for
Teenagers 13-18, Main Stage 2:30 p.m. Beans Cook-Off Turn-In Time 3 p.m. Ribs Cook-Off Turn-in Time Mens Bikini Contest, Main Stage 3:30 p.m. Chicken Cook-Off Turn-In Time 4 p.m. Brisket Cook-Off Turn-In Time Womens Tug-Of-War Contest by Fire Station 6 p.m. Drawings for Bicycle Giveaway by VFW/Elks and Elks Ladies 7-10 p.m. Chris Salinas and Wild Grass Band provides music on Main Stage 9:15 p.m. Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular
July 4th Special

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Lots of 4th of July fun on Confederate Square. Fireworks 9:15 p.m.
The Turn Around

830-672-2447
1430 St. Paul Gonzales
Sonic Drive In 672-7090

Have Fun at The 4th of July Celebration!
We will be closed July 4th.
Have a Fun & Safe Holiday

1701 Sarah DeWitt Dr. Gonzales
Southern Clay Products Inc.

830-672-2891
1212 Church St., Gonzales
West Motors
830-672-7323

Last years Gonzales Main Street Star Spangled Spectacular lived up to its billing at the JB Wells Show Barn and Park to celebrate Independence Day. A superb fireworks show wowed the crowd gathered at the park and surrounding areas. Inside the arena, a good crowd was on hand and Jake Hooker and the Outsiders got folks to dancing with good old-fashioned Texas Swing and country music, which not only had couples doing the two-step on the dance floor, but also got some folks to dancing on the tables.
We will be closed July 4th.

Join us that day on the Confederate Square for the Cannon Goofy Games through the day. Bike Parade, BBQ & Bean Cookoff, Vendors, Music & More. Have a Fun & Safe Holiday!
Photos by Dave Mundy
Enjoy the Fireworks! Fehner & Son Grain Co.

James Fehner Cell 830-857-3638 Jimmy Fehner Cell 830-857-3636
Have a Fun & Safe 4th of July
1922 Co. Road 197 Gonzales,TX 78629 Phone: 830-672-3710
Open July 4
Take a break from the fun events during the Main Street Summer Concert Series/Star Spangled Spectacular for cold drinks, food & air conditioning
Have a fun & Safe 4th of July!

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134 Hwy. 90A W
830-672-6556 1-888-562-6588 506 St. Paul. Gonzales, TX. 78629
Holiday Finance Corporation
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Gonzales, TX 78629
Live Broadcast: www.cattleusa.com
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Why the rockets red glare is so important

The Cannon
While Central Texas is a region known for its appreciation of history, sadly, the same doesnt always hold true for the rest of the country. In fact, one recent survey of schoolkids found that more than half didnt know what our National Anthem, The Star-Spangled Banner, is all about nor why fireworks are part of the annual celebration of Independence Day. The song was written by a man named Francis Scott Key. Francis Scott Key was a respected young lawyer living in Georgetown just west of the Potomac River. He made his home there from 1804 to around 1833 with his wife Mary and their six sons and five daughters. At the time, Georgetown was a thriving town of 5,000 people just a few miles from the Capitol, the White House, and the Federal buildings of Washington. But, after war broke out in 1812 over Britians attempts to regulate American shipping and other activities while Britain was at war with France, all was not tranquil in Georgetown. The British had entered Chesapeake Bay on August 19th, 1814, and by the evening of the 24th of August, the British had invaded and captured Washington. They set fire to the Capitol and the White House, the flames visible 40 miles away in Baltimore. President James Madison, his wife Dolley, and his Cabinet had already fled to a safer location. Such was their haste to leave that they had had to rip the Stuart portrait of George
receiving from the Americans, among them Dr. Beanes. The British officers relented but would not release the three Americans immediately because they had seen and heard too much of the preparations for the attack on Baltimore. They were placed under guard and forced to wait out the battle behind the British fleet. At the star-shaped Fort McHenry, the commander, Maj. George Armistead, Portrait of a young asked for a flag so big that Francis Scott Key the British would have no Washington from the walls trouble seeing it from a diswithout its frame! tance. Baltimore resident A thunderstorm at dawn Mary Young Pickersgill, a kept the fires from spread- maker of colours, and her ing. The next day more 13-year-old daughter Carobuildings were burned line, cut 15 stars that meaand again a thunderstorm sured two feet from point dampened the fires. Hav- to point. Eight red and seving done their work the en white stripes, each two British troops returned to feet wide, were cut. their ships in and around At 7 a.m. on the morning the Chesapeake Bay. of September 13, 1814, the Word reached Key that British bombardment bethe British had carried off gan, and the flag was ready an elderly and much loved to meet the enemy. The town physician of Upper bombardment continued Marlboro, Dr. William for 25 hours,the British firBeanes, and he was being ing 1,500 bombshells that held on the British flag- weighed as much as 220 ship Tonnant. The towns- pounds and carried lighted folk feared that Dr. Beanes fuses that would supposedwould be hanged. They ly cause it to explode when asked Key to try and ar- it reached its target. But range his release. they werent very dependOn the morning of Sep- able and often blew up in tember 3, he and Col. Skin- mid air. From special small ner set sail from Baltimore boats the British fired the aboard a sloop flying a flag new Congreve rockets that of truce approved by Presi- traced wobbly arcs of red dent Madison. They board- flame across the sky. The ed the British flagship to Americans had sunk 22 confer with Gen. Ross and vessels so a close approach Adm. Alexander Cochrane by the British was not poson sept. 7. At first the Brit- sible. That evening the conish refused to release Dr. nonading stopped, but at Beanes, but the American about 1 a.m. on the 14th, negotiators produced a the British fleet roared to pouch of letters written by life, lighting the rainy night wounded British prisoners sky with grotesque firepraising the care they were works.
Key, Col. John Skinner, and Dr. Beanes watched the battle with apprehension. They knew that as long as the shelling continued, Fort McHenry had not surrendered. But, long before daylight there came a sudden and mysterious silence. What the three Americans did not know was that the British land assault on Baltimore as well as the naval attack, had been abandoned. Judging Baltimore as being too costly a prize, the British officers ordered a retreat. Waiting in the predawn
darkness, Key waited for the sight that would end his anxiety; the joyous sight of Gen. Armisteads great flag blowing in the breeze. When at last daylight came, the flag was still there! Being an amatuer poet and having been so uniquely inspired, Key began to write on the back of a letter he had in his pocket. Sailing back to Baltimore he composed more lines and in his lodgings at the Indian Queen Hotel he finished the poem. Judge J. H. Nicholson, his brother-inlaw, took it to a printer and copies were circulated around
Baltimore under the title Defence of Fort MHenry. Two of these copies survive. It was printed in a newspaper for the first time in the Baltimore Patriot on September 20th,1814, then in papers as far away as Georgia and New Hampshire. To the verses was added a note Tune: Anacreon in Heaven. In October a Baltimore actor sang Keys new song in a public performance and called it The Star-Spangled Banner. Immediately popular, it remained just one of several patriotic airs until it was finally adopted as our national anthem on March 3, 1931.
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Enjoy all the events on Confederate Square on the 4th - BBQ & Bean Cook Off, Games during the day for all ages & Fireworks at 9:15 p.m.
July 4th Decorated Bicycle Parade

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12:00 Line Up 12:30 Parade

On Confederate Square with the Gonzales Main Street Concert Series hosted by Gonzales VFW & Gonzales Ladies Elks Drawing will be held to win 6 bikes at 5:45 on the square
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Annual Star-Spangled Spectacular set July 4 Section F

Gonzales only locally-owned newspaper www.gonzalescannon.com

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Thursday, June 28, 2012

Luling Council OKs new city master plan

Police seeking dog-nappers

Former Gonzales coach competes in Ironman triathlon for charity

Inside This Week:

Lucas Energy Inc. LEI $1.43

Iron Cowboy ready to tackle Gonzales PBR

Thursday, June 28, 2012

Today in Texas History

Thought for the Day

Man injured in accident

Gonzales Police Report

Investigators await ruling in death of Smiley man

Yoakum Police Report

Victims identified in fatal accident near Hallettsville

Employee of the Quarter

Youth Program fun

Thursday, June 28, 2012

Increased traffic, parking concerns of Smiley Council

Library program helps Nixon kids get a clue

Commissioners consider new rural care facility

Where cheap publicity dont cut it, hard work does

Thursday, June 28, 2012

Not enforcing the law is not anyones option

Its not security leaks, its Obamas vanity

The Gonzales Cannon

Thursday, June 28, 2012

Whos in charge here? Oh yeah its me!

Thanks, City of Gonzales!

True charity doesnt ask for recognition

Egos are bigger in Texas, too

Letters to the Editor

The Cannons Phacebook Photo Phollies

Thursday, June 28, 2012

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Back at Texaco - 2nd Chance Drawing

Drawing to be held Aug. 10

Thursday, June 28, 2012

LULING: New master plan set

PBR: Yates takes aim at Gonzales title

WILSON: Helping kids with athletics

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