Hospital Board Has Heated Debate Over Extending Lease

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The Land of Living Water Volume 131 USPS 286-540 ©The Junction Eagle, Wednesday, February 1, 2012 50¢ per copy Number 4 Hospital Board has heated debate over extending lease James Murr that a delay in extending the expressed a sense of urgency The Junction Eagle contract will harm the hos- about getting this work done. pital’s operation. Primeaux The estimated cost of con- The Board of the Kimble countered that, required or not, verting to electronic records is County Hospital District held it was simply good business in excess of $750,000. Preferred its regular monthly meeting on practice to seek competitive proposes that its lease with the January 30 and spent a good bids. The question of whether district be extended before it part of its lengthy meeting or not this is legally required makes this significant invest- discussing whether to extend was left unsettled. It appears ment. Accordingly, Preferred the district’s current lease with the board will be seeking a submitted an amendment to Preferred Management for definitive legal opinion. the lease for the board’s con- operation of the clinic and hos- Robinson made a motion for sideration. The amendment pital. In a split vote, the board the board to issue a Request for would extend the current lease Working on defense, the Junction Eagle Varsity basketball boys, Justus Young (20) left, voted not to seek bids from Proposals (an RFP) for opera- for five years until May 31, Aaron Taylor (44) and Henry Whitworth (34) guard their end of the court during Friday other companies before con- tion of the hospital and clinic 2018, subsequently subject to night’s game against the Comfort Bobcats. The Eagles came out on top with a 53-27 win. sidering the lease extension. and to also consider the option renewal for successive one- Members from the pub- of having the district oper- year terms, unless either party lic and hospital staff, total- ate these facilities on its own. provides at least six months ing around fifteen, attended This vote to require competi- notice of intent not to renew. the meeting. During the public tive bidding failed by a vote of As the amendment is cur- forum, two favorable com- four (Henderson, J.D. Kidwell, rently drafted, Preferred could ments were made about the Loeffler and Debra Mudge) to also terminate the lease at any current operation of the hospi- three (Martinez, Primeaux and time without cause, subject to tal. On a different topic, Dicky Robinson). providing at least 180 days Adams stated that extension of As reported previously, notice. The district would not the lease with Preferred should Preferred’s five-year lease have the right to terminate the not be voted on until after the expires at the end of May lease without cause. election for two board posi- 2013. Preferred pays the dis- Chief Executive Officer tions in May. The following trict $1 a year for the lease and Andy Freeman stated addresses the highlights of the receives an annual payment Preferred’s willingness to con- frequently contentious discus- of $705,612 from the district sider any concrete changes to sion about the lease. for operation of the clinic and the contract’s extension that After board member Noe hospital, as well as for indigent the board puts forward. He Martinez received answers to and uncompensated care. This expressed his desire to have a questions he had asked at an payment is subject to an annu- collegial working relationship earlier meeting, he stated that al cost-of-living adjustment with the board, but also said the answers and an audit reveal A requirement has been that if the board prefers anoth- the hospital and clinic are gen- imposed by Medicare for er contractor to operate the Senior Lady Eagle Mary Whitworth (13) prepares for a pass from teammate Gabby erating significant cash flow hospitals to convert all paper hospital, then Preferred should Lawhon (5) as one of Comfort’s Lady Deer tries to steal the ball. The game was played in for Preferred, which is in addi- medical records to electronic be so informed. He also stated the Eagle gym last Friday night with our ladies winning 43-31 and places them with a 5-1 tion to the annual payment it records by October 2014. As a the next two years will be a district record for the season. receives from the district. This practical matter, however, this difficult time financially for payment comes from property work will need to be complet- the health care industry con- taxes. Martinez reemphasized ed by October 2013 because sidering the fiscal challenges that Preferred needs to report contractor support for current and all the program changes Mason resident found guilty more information to the district recordkeeping will no longer being made at the federal and by Donnie Coleman in order for the board to carry be available after this date. state levels. Assistant District Attorney out its statutory responsibility If the conversion to elec- The board agreed to hold a to manage and control the dis- tronic records is not made, the special session on February 13 Troy Shane Knowles, a 37 year old former Mason resident, was convicted Thursday of the trict. level of Medicare reimburse- to complete its review of the felony offense of continuous sexual abuse of a child occurring in Mason County throughout 2010 Board member Molly ments will be reduced. For current contract and to develop when the victim was 11 and 12 years old. The case was tried in Kimble County on the defendant’s Robinson reinforced this view. these reasons, as well as the specific changes that it would request for a change of venue. The Honorable Rex Emerson, judge of the 198th Judicial District For example, a better break- lead time required to complete which includes both Mason and Junction, presided. out of administrative costs and a records conversion, Preferred See Hospital on Page 6 Like so many victims, the child (who was the defendant’s stepdaughter) had not told anyone amounts actually reimbursed what was happening to her for about a year until she told a friend, who, recognizing the impor- by Medicare are needed. Board tance of the disclosure and wanting to protect her, told an adult. The case was investigated by the member Daniel Henderson Mason County Sheriff’s Office, Child Protective Services, and the Hill Country Child Advocacy questioned Preferred on its Center in Burnet. returning some operational To find a person guilty of CSA, the defendant must be 17 years old or older and the victim profits to the district as a way under 14 years old. A jury must find that the abuse happened two or more times over a period of of helping to hold down or 30 days or more. The six man, six woman jury deliberated over five hours before returning its reduce property taxes. verdict. “Our first vote was not unanimous,” one juror explained, “so we reviewed all of the trial Board member Claudette testimony and exhibits and discussed them in detail. That is why it took so long.” Primeaux stated her strong The defense team was comprised of Richard McCool and Mike Parker of Baird, Laird Palmer belief that bids for opera- of Mason and Olney Wallis of Houston. tion of the hospital and clinic Representing the State were Assistant District Attorney Donnie Coleman, Mason County should be obtained from other Attorney Shain Chapman, and DA Investigator Todd Burdick. companies. There was disa- The defendant, having elected to have the judge rather than the jury set punishment, will appear greement among some of the in Mason on February 22 for a sentencing hearing. The minimum punishment for CSA is 25 years board members on whether or without parole. An appeal is anticipated. not competitive bidding was a legal requirement, with board president Charles Loeffler citing a legal opinion that Tourism Board continues such bidding is not required. Loeffler expressed the view Tamra Kott, an FFA member from Junction, exhibited the Supreme Champion Ram in the Junior Supreme Jr. marketing work Breeding Champions Show at the 2012 Fort Worth Stock James Murr the year instead of just season- of the Texas Parks and Wildlife Teams needed Show and Rodeo on January 23, 2012. The 2012 show The Junction Eagle ally and would be channeled Department’s Paddling Trails hosted nearly 10,000 junior exhibitors from across Texas, to the downtown area so they Program. The segment runs for St. Jude’s competing for prizes and $94,065 in premiums. Kott and On January 27 the Junction become aware of Junction as from the South Llano River her brother, Caleb, a 4-H member, also exhibited the Texas Tourism Board met for something more than just a State Park to the city lake, Champion Rambouillet Ram and Ewe and the Champion its regular monthly meeting. stop on the Interstate. with put-in/take-out locations Basketball and Reserve Delaine ram and ewe. The primary purpose of the Board members will be for paddlers at these two loca- meeting was to review and meeting with BH staff during tions and Flatrock Crossing. Tournament discuss possible action on the the coming weeks to work out The paddling trail will have It’s time to get teams ready Grand jury indicts seven tourism marketing proposal details for a new marketing an informational kiosk at each for St. Jude’s Basketball The 198th Judicial District Grand Jury of Kimble County made by Briscoe Hall (BH), slogan and logo, a portal web- of the preceding locations. Tournament, March 2-3. convened on January 23, 2012, with the following members a marketing and advertising site designed to attract visitors Richardson said the estimated Wanna be teams/players present: The Honorable M. Rex Emerson, Judge Presiding; agency located in Kerrville. An to Junction, the geographic cost of materials for construct- need to contact Ford Johnston Amos L. Barton, District Attorney; Hilario Cantu, Sheriff; and unrelated request for funds was areas to be targeted for adver- ing the kiosks, which will be at 446-2514 or Marshall Heap Haydee Torres, District Clerk. also received from the South tising, and the types of media done by the Alliance, is around at 446-2533. The cost per team Christopher Ian Outlaw, of Junction: family violence Llano Watershed Alliance. to use for advertising. If these $1,500 or less. The Alliance is the same as last year, $100. impede breathing. As reported previously, the matters are addressed satisfac- will make a formal request The tournament will start at Jordan Alexander Knox, of Odessa: evading arrest w/ BH proposal is designed to torily, the next step would be to the board at a later date 5:30 p.m. on Friday, March 2. vehicle. increase awareness throughout to sign a contract to get the for funds to build the kiosks, For those willing to donate to Juan Antonio Arteaga, of El Paso: evading arrest w/vehicle. Texas of the Junction area as marketing underway. which need to be in place either the March 2 or March 3 Juanita Marie Perez, of San Angelo: failure to appear. a tourist destination. Initially, Scott Richardson – Board before the currently projected cake auction, they need to con- Leonard Roy Silva, Jr., of Junction: family violence the marketing of Junction Chair, South Llano Watershed “launch date” for the paddling tact Natalie Kothmann at 446- impede breathing. would target potential visitors Alliance – provided an update trail sometime in March. 6115 or at Junction National Michael James Anderson, of Junction: burglary of a build- from the San Antonio metro- on plans to open a segment of Bank, 446-2531 or call Irene ing. politan area. Visitors would be the South Llano River as part Andrews at 446-2346. Vanessa Desselle, of Junction: forgery. encouraged to visit throughout See Tourism on Page 6 Page 2 The Junction Eagle, Wednesday, February 1, 2012 to belie all the stories that as the 2012 DAR Good meal, good music, and a silent exist. Actually, the Lewis Citizen when the group hosts auction will be part of the Meanderings Hotel was in London, and a a Washington Day Tea on evening’s agenda. later one was built in Brady. Saturday afternoon, February A reminder – the Rotary by Frederica Wyatt Both structures have long 4, at 2 p.m. in the community Club’s annual Pancake fund- since passed into history. room of the Kimble County raiser will be Friday evening, The long-awaited day is at band, Tooter, and their family late Charles C. “Cyclone” and Scott and Martha Library. Everyone is invited! February 10, from 5 to 7 p.m. hand, and folklorists around were former local residents. Mary Wilson of Kimble and Richardson were museum Another event on our calen- in the school cafeteria. The the nation anticipate the leg- Pete Rose of Austin/ Menard Counties. visitors during the week. dar is the March 10 fundraiser Club will appreciate your par- endary Punxsutawney Phil Telegraph sent wonderful Bobby Blackard dropped Scott is diligently working for Kimble County Historical ticipation. will be making a guest appear- news. His forthcoming book, by with an invitation to pre- on the proposed “Paddling Museum Building Fund. An Thank you for reading ance on Thursday, February The Reckoning, is due to be sent a program at a future Trail” along the South Llano interesting historical pro- Meanderings! 2. Regardless of whether the released in mid-September, meeting of the Junction Lions River, and was in quest of gram, a delectable barbecue notorious Ground Hog sees 2012. We eagerly await the Club. historical pictures. We were his shadow or not, we all availability of the historical In an e-mail from Paul able to supply several that know, alas, cold weather in volume, and updates on the Noack of Austin, he relayed may be used on the kiosks to February is a certainty. progress will be posted in the news he has been elected pres- be placed at strategic locales Book Review Friends and acquaintances near future. We plan to host ident of the Texas Chapter, along the route. By Rosanna Stapp from nearby and afar have a book-signing event in mid- Great Western Cattle Trail Other friends visiting the passed into the Great Beyond, October when the books can Association. The organization museum in search of geneal- Grandpa Blakeslee announces and my condolences go to all be purchased. is actively promoting the his- ogy, pictures, or other infor- who mourn the loss of loved An electronic message from tory of trail-driving days. Cold Sassy something rather startling. He mation included Bill Routh, plans on marrying Miss Love ones. I heard of the recent Dr. Daniel McNeel Lane of We are indebted to Golda Janet Stetler Jones, Jimmy death of Elsie Louise Eckert San Antonio brought word Foster of San Angelo, who Tree Simpson who is thirty-four Randle, and others. By Olive Ann Burns years old and a Yankee. Vidaure, who was a member the book, Sam Maverick’s transmitted a video of the Congratulations to Ron of the JHS class of 1955. Trail, authored by Dr. Lane Lee-Jackson banquet held Not only does this cause a Sutton on his weekly news- In 1906, Will Tweedy was ruckus in the family but also in Louise was the daughter of and Jim Keller will probably recently in Kerrville. paper column, Justa Thunkin! William and Leona Collier be published as an e-book. I Barbara LeMeilleur Hill of fourteen years old. His grand- the small town of Cold Sassy, Ginger Boerm Andrews of father, Rucker Blakeslee, Georgia, and the tongues will Eckert. Local grandparents of will post future updates on Nacogdoches sent informa- Yates brought a copy of a Louise were John Calvin and that project. tion that her Braley family has been a widower for three wag when they see all the picture featuring some “old- weeks. His grandfather and changes in Grandpa Blakeslee. Suzie Smith Collier and Ora The week at Kimble was in Pine Bluff, Arkansas, timers” who attended the Gentry Eckert-Smith. Historical Museum started before coming to Texas. A grandmother had been mar- This is a wonderful story Bandera Old Settlers Reunion ried thirty-six years and had of family life and growing up Sandy Jo Kelly of Boerne on a great note for Billie family member, Elizabeth in 1926. The foursome include lost her husband, Bill, on Fisher Meckley and me when Amanda, married Christopher two daughters. in a small town in the early Bill McCaleb of London On the morning of July 5, 1900’s. Friday, January 27. Sandy is Lloyd and Connie Sue Adams Taylor in Lincoln County, (William Winter McCaleb), a descendant of the frontier Low of Blaine, Washington, and she wonders if there fiddler John Baptist Lane of family of William T. “Tobe” accompanied their friends, Ed was a connection with Creed Noxville (father of Mrs. Sam and Lou York Joy. and Vi Kemp of Abbotsford, Taylor. H. Parker), Eli Loyd and Jim John Bunyun McDougall of British Columbia, Canada, on Edwin Kuehn, who was Walker, both of Medina. JUNCTION RIVERS WINERY Harper passed away Tuesday, a visit to the historical facil- referred to me by Wilburn Christopher R. J. Currie of January 24, in Kerrville. He ity. Alsup, is researching his London, UK, has confirmed was one of the legends of the The week at the museum Alsup-Highsmith-Kemp line. he plans to visit Kimble Winery & Bistro Gartrell family’s Falls Creek ended on a pleasant note Several members of those Historical Museum and the ranch, as he had been contin- when Don Dunbar and his families eventually moved to town of London, Texas, on uously employed there since sister, June Scrivener of San Kimble County. Hours: Monday, May 7. His schedule Thursday - Saturday 12 noon - 9 p.m. his teen-age years. Antonio, came our way. Another query was from reflects he will drive from Kenneth Lee Stapp Another Friday afternoon vis- Chuck Parsons, a western Dallas on Sunday but must Sunday 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. of McKinney, who died itor was Gaylan Harrison of writer from Luling, who had return to DFW the following 210 N. 6th Street Saturday, January 21, was a Coahoma, who was en-route been told the Len L. Lewis Tuesday, in order to board his cousin of my sister-in-law, to Pflugerville, where he and hotel in Junction was still 325-446-2600 plane for Chicago on May 9. www.junctionriverswinery.com the late Mildred Harriss Burt. Tommy Randle planned to standing. There seems to be Chanes Chapter, Daughters Kenneth, a longtime resident attend funeral services for much misinformation afloat, of the American Revolution, of Kimble County, was the a former Fort Stockton col- and it is sometimes difficult will honor Mary Whitworth J-2-tfnc son of the late A. F. and Carrie league in the coaching field. Josephine Harriss Stapp. Another museum visi- Dr. Robert Lee Peters, Jr. tor in late week was Pam of Round Rock, who passed Kirkpatrick, who is research- City Pharmacy Happy Birthday from this life Friday, January ing her Maxey family. 13, was the son of the late Her grandfather’s broth- February 2 John Wesley Sissel Grenade Farmer Peters and er, Drew Maxey of DeWitt 1610 Main St. Junction, Texas Desiree N. Guerra February 6 Hubert Neal D’Spain Stacy A. Muck grandson of the late Asa G. County, married Martha R. 325-446-2511 Andrew Bland Megan L. Murr and Norma Durst Farmer. Wilson (also born in DeWitt Anthony Bland Leasha J. Wallace Carolyn Hinds Waites of County). Martha, who died Lorah Caperton Kirk Araceli Calderon Spring Branch died Sunday, in 1964, is buried at London. • Prescriptions Radell Whitehead Brodie Bob Caudle January 22. 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Obituaries Students of the Week waiting to have lunch John B. McDougall with elementary prin- John B. McDougall of cipal Dana Davis, are Harper passed away Tuesday, back row, from left, January 24, 2012, at the age Kaleb Leach, Daniel of 97. Hernandez, Ryan Rogers He was born at Morris Ranch and Zack Barington. to Walter and Bessie Nixon In the front are Kaylee McDougall on April 19, 1914. Hernandez and Elizabeth John was a lifetime resident Beam. of Harper, attending school at Morris Ranch. He married Mattie Rogers of Harper and they raised one son. He was employed by the H.P. Gartrell family from 1937 to present day. The funeral was held John was preceded in death Friday, January 27, at 10 a.m. by his parents, wife Mattie, at Beckmann Funeral Home sister, Imogene Thiele of Chapel in Fredericksburg. My Opinion Abilene, and brothers, Clarence Interment followed at the McDougall and Reginald “Pot” Harper Cemetery. by John Parker McDougall of Harper. The family wishes to extend John is survived by his son, sincere thanks to Odyssey Guess it makes no dif- a number of years. Well, the Mike McDougall and grand- Hospice of Kerrville, Linda ference where you live; the way the earth/sun are posi- son, John B. McDougall, Halsberger and staff of one thing you have to put up tioned is the vast portion of both of Harper; two sisters, Kerrville and Beckmann with is very simply climate. that energy, it also makes Waldean “Sug” Groff and Funeral Home. Also, many Most of the time it changes the northern lights, is mostly husband, Jack, of Kerrville, thanks to our relatives and just a little bit every day. aimed at the “top” of the earth and Jacquelyn “Mickey” friends who have provided so Now, not always, we have and the blast also was the Crenwelge and husband, much love and support. all seen yesterday seem just sponsor of some of the larg- Milton, of Fredericksburg, In lieu of flowers, memorials like today. When some things est light shows in a number of along with numerous nieces may be made to the Gillespie don’t change, then its either years, some reaching as far as and nephews. County Livestock Show boring or maybe even bad. the central parts of the globe. Visitation was held from 5 to Association. Think rain! Sometimes two and two put 8 p.m., on Thursday, January Condolences may be sent to One place I have been, not together make four. Forty- 26, at Beckmann Funeral the family on-line at beckman- recently and really often, seven below in Fairbanks Home in Fredericksburg. nfuneralhome.com Fairbanks, Alaska, made a could be the four of magnetic small news item recently. energy creating a major earth Engagement Announcement The temp was 47º below. The weather occasion. Manuel Rojas report said it had not been that Since the sun is our only Manuel Rojas, 73 of Evans, of Round Rock, Texas; four Stephen and Lee Simmons of Menard announce the engage- cold in about fifteen years. source of global energy, not Colorado, died January 25, brothers, Jessie Rojas, Lupe ment of their daughter, Alyssa Faith Salas, to Caleb Hunter Bet most of the Fairbankers of and on the globe, it sounds 2012, in Greeley, Colorado. Rojas, Felix Rojas and Steven Daharsh, son of Mark and Elizabeth Daharsh of Junction. Alyssa were most grateful. reasonable that the basic con- He lived in Junction, Texas, Rojas; twelve grandchildren is the granddaughter of Raymond and Frances Salas and Donnie An interesting coincident, trol of rain or shine, hot or before moving to Colorado. and numerous nieces and and Donna Simmons all of Menard. Caleb is the grandson of the sun, according to mete- cold and when and where is He belonged to the Catholic nephews. He was preceded in Mavis Daharsh and the late Eddie Daharsh of Junction and Julia orologists just recently also from the ol’ sun. At least I put Church. He owned a trucking death by his parents, wife and Dodge and the late Harry B. Dodge Jr. of Stephenville. spewed out a monster blast of my bet on it! business, as well as a sheep brothers and sisters and a spe- The bride-elect is a graduate of Menard High School and will meteoric energy. The most in shearing business. cial nephew Antonio Rogers. be a 2012 graduate of ASU. Her fiance graduated from Junction Survivors include his Services were held at St. High School and is now employed with Pedernales Electric. daughter, Evelyn Rojas, of Theresa Catholic Church The wedding is planned for June 30, 2012, at the MK Ranch Longmont, Colorado; four in Junction at 11 a.m. on near Roosevelt. sons, Eloy Rojas of Kerrville, Tuesday, January 31, with bur- Texas, David Rojas and ial in Little Mexico Cemetery, Deon Rojas both of Evans, under the direction of Gentry Whitworth to be honored Colorado, and Tony Rojas Fife Funerals of Junction. February 4 “It’s Raining Cats and Dogs Outside!!” How many times have you heard this expression? What does Medicaid STAR program brings Mary Whitworth, a Junction To qualify for the Good it mean, and where did it originate? High School senior, will be Citizen honor, nominees must Well, back in old England in the 1500’s most people lived in changes for Texas residents honored Saturday afternoon, have demonstrated the quali- dugouts and houses with thatched roofs with straw piled high February 4, at 2 p.m. at a ties of dependability, service, with little wood support. The people lived inside, and pets like by Sherry Fair recipients to understand they Washington Day Tea hosted leadership, and patriotism. cats and dogs lived on the roofs where they could stay warm. Preferred Management need to choose a STAR pro- by Chanes Chapter, Daughters Special guest speaker will When heavy rains came, the roof would become slippery and vider and primary care phy- of the American Revolution. be Reverend Laurie Barker, the animals would slip and fall off of the roof. Thus, the saying, The Texas Health and sician before February 10 or The event will be held in the co-pastor of First Presbyterian “It’s raining cats and dogs outside.” Human Services Commission one will be assigned to them. community room at Kimble Churches in Junction and Whoda Thunk? is launching a healthcare pro- Patients need to take the time County Library. Harper. gram for Medicaid patients in to learn which of the managed Mary, daughter of Ward and Robbie Jasper Vickery, ® Kimble County on March 1 healthcare plans will be accept- Dr. Barbara Whitworth, has regent of Chanes Chapter, known as the Texas STAR ed by their current healthcare been selected as the 2012 DAR extends an invitation to eve- Only DQ gives you Program. Medicaid recipients facilities and doctors. Good Citizen for the Junction ryone to attend the tea and have until February 10 to com- Medicaid recipients should area. program. the perfect meal for plete the required paperwork have received a packet in for the program. the mail that answers many Healthcare will be delivered questions and lists the plans For Sale in a different manner than it has and doctors serving Kimble 99 in the past. Medicaid recipients County. If you need help com- 2005 GMC Sierra 1500 Z71 $ will pick a managed health- pleting your form, understand- automatic, 4-wheel drive, leather, loaded, care plan from a group of four ing your options or did not bed liner, grill guard, chrome toolbox 5 HMOs and a primary care doc- receive a packet you can get Oil changed every 3k miles tor. 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spine to let you know that these Researchers assist state to save Guadalupe bass materials are new to the library. Texas Tech Llano River Field Station works with the Texas Parks and Wildlife ...from the Library Other new items can be spotted by Sylvia Lawler by the “new” sticker. Dept. to preserve state fish As this article is being To a library, books are the gestions received from you, Continued from last week composed, a book order just “soul,” the “heart beat,” the the patron. The criteria Kimble arrived. 17 new titles! They “reason for existing.” Libraries County Library uses for pur- Education and Conservation will be on the special shelf by were created for books. chasing new titles arranges In April, Garrett said the Guadalupe Bass the time The Junction Eagle It has been written about from public requests to mate- Restoration Initiative restocked affected areas hits the newsstands. all of the new technology rials featured on the top best of the South Llano with 17,000 purebred fry. Our goal is to make Kimble and entertainment avenues sellers’ lists. So if you are not Researchers hope to flush out smallmouth and County Library the best library that are available at Kimble finding what you would like to hybrids by strategically stocking areas with it can be. Come by to check out County Library. Not much has read, voice your suggestions to purebred Guadalupe bass, eventually breeding a new title or two, and let us been mentioned lately about the library’s staff. out the interlopers. This dilution of genetic pol- know how we are doing. “books” which are offered for When a new title arrives, it lution method has worked in the headwaters of New book on the shelf: As your pleasure. is processed into the library’s the Guadalupe River. and humans that live there. It’s a great way to the Pig Turns by M. C. Beaton Kimble County Library has check out system, and then What makes this particular program differ- bring together that concept.” 9,681 books on its selves. This placed on the special shelf ent from the rest is that it isn’t an 11th-hour fix But not only that, the program has created an figure does not include all of just as you walk in the front that may or may not work. Garrett called it an auxiliary alliance with private landowners on South Llano River the newspapers and magazines entrance. Each item receives ounce of preventative medicine that, invariably the South Llano River who are keen on assist- subscriptions, books on CDs, a “new” sticker on the book’s State Park should cost less than the pound of cure. Because ing to help the Guadalupes recover as well as or DVD materials. National Weather of the relatively low-impact of hybridization, protect the near-pristine conditions of the water- The staff is constantly weed- researchers can use the South Llano as a prov- way that runs through their land. Service Report ing. This is the process of Sunrise/Sunset for ing ground, then use the successful approach in “With this watershed conservation approach, Daily Temperature removing worn or outdated Kimble County more stricken areas. a critical component is working with exist- Readings materials or eliminating those Date Rise Set The purebred breeding project is one of 12 ing landowners in terms of what happens on Date High Low Rainfall that have not been checked out 02-02-12 0730 1815 programs attached to the restoration project that land and in the watershed affects rivers and 01-23 77 27 0 in years. This procedure, which 02-03-12 0730 1816 includes education and conservation of the river streams and the Guadalupe bass,” Arsuffi said. 01-24 65 46 0.87 is an ongoing task, allows room 02-04-12 0729 1817 and surrounding land. Six already are in place, “We developed a relationship with the South 01-25 55 35 0.04 to add new items. 02-05-12 0728 1818 01-26 66 29 0 while six more await implementation. Llano River Watershed Alliance. It’s a proac- New books are ordered 02-06-12 0728 1819 01-27 68 30 0 “We’re very up front with donors that this tive group of landowners and stakeholders to weekly. Most of our choice 02-07-12 0727 1819 01-28 72 24 0 is much more than a one-species fish project,” protect the Llano River watershed and rivers of purchases comes from sug- 02-08-12 0726 1820 01-29 64 25 0 Garrett said. “That gets people’s attention. In and streams within that watershed. They’ll be addition to resolving hybridization, we want to instrumental in helping with this project.” preserve these high-quality habitats not only for To be continued next week in The Junction SMALL TOWN BY KRISTI HULL the Guadalupe bass, but for all the organisms Eagle.

(b) Conduct described by (the above) is considered bullying A message if that conduct: (1) exploits an imbalance of power between from Chief Marvin Ivy the student perpetrator and the student victim through written I was talking with a suspect After doing this for 37 years, or verbal expression or physi- and his father in my office last most of our daily enforcement cal conduct; and (2) interferes week and had to keep referring issues have remained fairly with a student’s education or to the law in a book on my desk. consistent. But I have never substantially disrupts the oper- They seemed surprised that I been called on to make a report ation of the school. The rest needed to refer to the book and on bullying and had to look of the law goes on and on to I explained that this book is that one up. explain how the school district replaced every two years with I found it in section 37.0832 adopts and enforces policies a new set of Penal Code, traf- of the Education Code. In part that aim to prevent bullying. fic laws, Alcoholic Beverage it says: Bullying is engaging in All I know about bullying is Code, Transportation Code, written or verbal expression, that early in this school year I Civil Statues, Education Code, expression through electronic spoke with an entire grade that Election Code, Family Code means, or physical conduct was having problems in this and 18 other codes that we that occurs on school prop- area. I doubted that my speak- might be called on to enforce. erty, at a school-sponsored ing with those kids would have When you add the U.S. and or school-related activity, or a lot of positive effect, but it state constitutions and five dif- in a vehicle operated by the seems like it did. Basically I ferent sections of Texas Rules district and that (1) has the guess a big man in uniform and fifty pages of Supreme effect or will have the effect of wearing a badge and a gun Court rulings on selected physically harming a student, who tells you to treat your fel- criminal and traffic issues, you damaging a student’s property, low students with respect or FIRST STATE BANK have some 2,753 pages of seri- or placing a student in rea- you will get in trouble might ous reading just to stay caught sonable fear of harm to the have some impact with some up on current issues. student’s person or of damage kids. I’m not sure all of those Spotlights Sometimes I will get stopped to the student’s property; or kids know the Golden Rule, by a friend or a stranger who (2) is sufficiently severe, per- but I know they heard it once wants to know a particular law, sistent and pervasive enough last fall for sure. ‘Shop Junction’ and if it is one that we work that the action or threat creates Until next week, let’s all with all the time, I can usually an intimidating, threatening, or continue to learn how to live respond and feel fairly certain abusive educational environ- together and enjoy life here in that my information is correct. ment for the student. the Land of Living Waters. winners

Gayle Simon, center, found herself in need of some unique Christmas gifts, and when she entered Lone Star Junction, she took a walk down memory lane. When she stopped by Lone Star Junction, she found owner Ron Fuquay, right, to be most accommodating. Ron and Rhonda bought their building on Main Street, in the downtown area, from Aggie Blackard in 1992, where they established a second hand antique and collectable items store. They also take articles on consignments. Gayle dropped her receipt into the Shop Junction box located in the foyer at the First State Bank where it qualified her to participate in the annual Shop Junction contest that is held annually in December. Congratulating and presenting her check is Charles Hagood, vice president at the First State Bank. “Shop Junction” is just a part of First State Bank’s commitment to our local merchants and their custom- ers. Shoppers are encouraged to buy locally and to take part in the 2012 contest. “The Friendly Bank” First State Bank 2002 Main Street F-4-1c Page 6 The Junction Eagle, Wednesday, February 1, 2012

although requested bids had The election for these posi- Varsity Girls Basketball Report 1-24-2012 vs Blanco Field Goals Free Throws Rebounds not been submitted to date. tions, for three-year terms, Blocked Hospital NAME Points FGM FGA 3 pointers Assists Made Attempted Offensive Defensive Steals Shots She also felt the proposed will be held on May 12. The 5 Gabby Lawhon 10 5 15 4 0 3 4 2 1 Continued from Page 1 10 Chelsea Black 2 1 2 1 2 1 1 scope of the BKD study could first day to file for election is 11 Kaitlin Lumpkins 12 4 12 1 4 8 3 3 be inadequate. February 4 and the last day is 12 Kasey Castleberry 3 0 3 3 7 4 1 The board also voted to hire 13 Mary Whitworth 6 3 6 1 0 1 1 9 1 5 The board heard an inform- March 5. Applications to file 14 Rachael Carpenter 1 2 Tom J. Sammons Jr., from 15 Tayler Wright ative presentation by Ms. for election may be picked up 22 Lexi Samora 5 1 5 2 3 6 1 10 4 1 Brady, to appraise the dis- 23 Isela DeLaCruz 0 1 1 0 1 trict’s real estate and build- Terry Rauschuber on the at the hospital reception desk. 33 D'Dra Gallegos 0 1 0 2 1 geropsychiatric program Regular board meetings, Total Score ings. These may be sold or Lady Eagles 38 administered by Diamond which are open to the public, Blanco 42 otherwise disposed of at a later date. The board con- Healthcare Corporation. This are usually held at 6 p.m. is a mental health counseling on the last Thursday of each Varsity Girls Basketball Report 1-27-2012 vs Comfort sidered two firms to conduct Field Goals Free Throws Rebounds and therapy program for the month in the conference room Blocked a Medicare-required com- NAME Points FGM FGA 3 pointers Assists Made Attempted Offensive Defensive Steals Shots ponentization study. Subject elderly. Rauschuber, a Senior of the hospital at 349 Reid 5 Gabby Lawhon 11 3 9 1 3 4 8 4 4 Vice President with Diamond Road. Meetings at other times 10 Chelsea Black 4 2 6 1 0 2 2 1 1 to certain information being 11 Kaitlin Lumpkins 13 3 13 2 2 5 8 1 1 2 Healthcare, explained how may be scheduled, however, 12 Kasey Castleberry 8 2 5 2 2 5 3 1 confirmed, the board select- 13 Mary Whitworth 3 1 3 1 1 1 2 the program is designed to as determined necessary by 14 Rachael Carpenter 1 0 2 1 1 2 2 1 ed BKD, LLP, to conduct 15 Tayler Wright 1 1 meet the needs of the com- the board. Notice of all meet- 22 Lexi Samora the study, which will be used 23 Isela DeLaCruz 3 0 5 1 3 4 3 2 1 to determine the level of munity’s elderly and how it ings must be posted publicly 33 D'Dra Gallegos 1 1 contributes financially to the at least 72 hours in advance Total Score Medicare reimbursements to Lady Eagles 43 the district for depreciation of operation of the hospital. of a meeting. Meeting agen- Comfort 31 the new hospital and clinic. All board members were das may be viewed on the Robinson voted against the present for the meeting. The district’s website: http://new. selection, believing that addi- terms of two incumbents – J.D. kimblecountyhospitaldistrict. Lady Eagles win over Comfort Deer tional bids should be obtained Kidwell and Charles Loeffler org. by Coach Bobby Lumpkins and Blanco followed by Junction. – will expire in May 2012. The Lady Eagles are open Tuesday, January The Junction Lady Eagles beat the Comfort 31, then host Ingram on Friday and finish their cise was done under the aus- city and county parks). Board Deer last Friday night, by a score of 43 to 31. district season in Harper next Tuesday. It will pices of the Junction Texas president Aaron Bierschwale The Junction Girls now have a district record be very interesting over the next few days, as Tourism Economic Development thanked Curry for his presen- of five and one, with their lone loss coming last the race for the District 8AA Title unfolds!!!! Continued from Page 1 Corporation (JTEDC). It tation and noted that a num- Tuesday in Blanco. Friday will be Lady Eagle Basketball Parent The win Friday secured a playoff spot for the Night. The JV team will be recognized, while At the request of board addressed many aspects of a ber of these subjects were Lady Eagles, along with Blanco and Harper. the varsity team and their parents will be hon- member Jeanie Brosius, town plan for Junction (e.g., currently being addressed This will be the Lady Eagles’ third playoff trip ored between the JV girls game and the varsity Walter Curry provided the highway signage, a gateway by the JTEDC’s Downtown in the last four years. The District Championship girls game with Ingram. Also during that time board with an overview of a welcoming sign, traffic con- Revitalization Committee. is still up for grabs. there will be an auction of a basketball signed “design charrette” prepared trol, roadway drainage, land- Board members present Blanco has a district record of four and two, by the 2011-2012 Lady Eagle varsity basketball for the City of Junction by scaping, parking, street signs at the meeting were Aaron while Harper, open last Friday, has a district team. Please come to the Junction High School three design teams of college and lighting, storefronts, the Bierschwale, Jeanie Brosius, record of four and one. Blanco still has to face gym and support the basketball teams Friday. students in 2010. This exer- downtown area, and the use of Steve Brown, Johnny Kothmann, Molly McMillan, Comfort and Harper. Harper still faces Ingram Games start at 5 p.m. and Paul Ramsdell. Jack Smith was absent. The Tourism Board meets City of Junction to hold general election monthly at noon on the last by Vivian Saiz a write-in candidate can file March 13 is the first day to Bridal Registry Friday of each month in the City Secretary a declaration for the May 12 accept applications for voting City Meeting Room located at City general election. The last by mail ballot and applications Christina May & Justin Benavides 102 N. 5th Street in Junction. February 4 is the first day to day to file an application for from voter in person for a bal- March 20, shower Meetings are open to the pub- file an application for a place a place on the ballot and for a lot to be voted by mail must be April 15, 2012, wedding lic. on the ballot and the first day regular write-in candidate to received no later than the close declare candidacy is March 5 of business on April 27. 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The Junction Eagle, Wednesday, February 1, 2012 Page 7 IN SHORT Kimble Hospital to see red on Friday Kerrville, Texas. The meeting is being hosted by Sherry Fair healthcare providers is to and deaths could be prevented Boy Scout bake sale this by our Boerne/Comfort area members. We Preferred Management share information with the by eating a healthy diet and will begin with a social at 10:00 a.m., and the community about how they becoming active. The AHA Saturday meeting will begin at 10:30 a.m., with lunch to Kimble Hospital staff and can live healthier lives and recommends at least 30 min- follow. The cost of lunch is $16.00. patients will be seeing Red on increase their chances of not utes of moderate to vigorous Boy Scout Troop 420 is holding a bake sale Our guest speaker will be Charly Seale, Friday. February 3 is National falling victim to preventable physical activity a day com- this Saturday, February 4, at Lowe’s Food Store Executive Director of the Exotic Wildlife Go Red Day for Women and diseases such as heart dis- bined with a healthy diet that (Super S), starting at 10 a.m. They will be sell- Association. He will speak on HB 268, the is sponsored by the American ease. We invite everyone to includes eating foods low in ing baked items as well as chili-dogs. timber and ag tax number, what has changed Heart Association (AHA). join us and wear red attire on sodium, saturated and trans The boys are trying to raise funds for summer and other attacks on private property rights. He The annual Go Red for February 3 to remind peo- fat and rich in fruits, vegeta- camp this year. The troop has grown recently should be a very informative speaker. Women campaign is a one- ple that countless women bles, fiber-rich whole grains with more boys participating, and all are hoping Raffle tickets for our Spring Style Show day call to action and raises fall victim to heart disease or and monounsaturated and to attend Camp Wehinahpay in New Mexico. on April 17 will be handed out to members. awareness about heart disease die every year from it,” says polyunsaturated fats. Donations will be used to pay for camp and Members may bring donations for the silent in women and the ability to Steve Bowen, hospital admin- Other preventative actions travelling costs. Any donation is gratefully auction and/or raffle at this time. prevent it. The AHA is asking istrator. include evaluating personal accepted and appreciated! If you plan to attend this meeting, remember everyone to wear red attire In addition to wearing red risk factors such as age, gen- to call your area reservation chairman (phone and spread the word that heart and sporting red dress pins, der, race/ethnicity, family his- numbers and e-mails are on page 9 of your disease is the number one the hospital staff will be tory and other medical condi- HC CattleWomen to meet yearbook) on or before February 14. Or you killer of women, causing one reminding family and friends tions that can contribute to can respond with an e-mail to, hillcountrycat- in three deaths each year. The all week through e-mails that heart disease. Knowing the The Hill Country CattleWomen will hold [email protected], or call Dianne Staudt at organization’s ultimate mes- Friday is Go Red for Women factors aids in reducing their their next regular meeting on Tuesday, February 830-997-4729. As always we welcome guests. sage is that together we can Day and provide tips for how influence. All women should 21, at the Inn of the Hills, 1001 Junction Hwy., save lives. to live heart healthy lives. know what the warning signs “Part of our mission as Educational materials are of heart disease are and pay available at the hospital, and attention to them when they Letters to the Editor citation for public intoxication. I have a character deficit that the dietary department will pop up. By visiting a doctor To Officer Maldonado, who requires me, sometimes, to get recognize the week by prepar- early, the chances of avoiding Dear Editor, like for all tax payers to call issued me the citation, Chief a kick in my rear to snap me ing heart-friendly meals. a serious condition increases. I attended the Hospital the board members and ask for Ivy and the rest of the officers into reality. This was one of Heart disease is the number February is designated as Board meeting Monday even- a delay in this important issue. and staff of the Junction Police those “kicks”. one killer of women age 20 Heart Month so everyone can ing. During this meeting, sev- There are some options to be Department. I offer my sincer- I don’t expect forgiveness and over, and more women show support for the women eral items were discussed. One considered before we extend est apologies. You’ve better for my actions and the result- die of it than the next four in their lives the entire month. item was a proposal to extend the current lease another five things to do than to have to ing consequences; all I ask of causes of death combined, To learn more about heat dis- the current lease of the hospi- years. If you do not know the deal with a drunk. the citizens of Junction and including all forms of cancer. ease in women, visit www. tal with Prefered Management board members, call me and I To the officers, staff in Judge Kimble County, law enforce- As deadly as cardiovascular GoRedForWomen.org. for an additional five years. will give you the names to call. Johnson’s office, as above, my ment and the court system is diseases are, many incidents The current lease is good until Dicky Adams sincerest apologies. Thank not to judge me. I’ve already year 2013. Why do we need ****** you, Judge Johnson, for allow- judged myself numerous times. Texas Sudoku Solution to extend the lease before the To the City of Junction ing me to speak with you and I respectfully submit this to Sudoku Solution #2432-D existing one is completed??? Police Department and citizens being able to assist me in deal- Crossword solution The Junction Eagle for inclu- 1 8 6 2 7 3 4 9 5 During the open part of the of Junction, Texas: ing with my case. sion as a Letter to the Editor. I Specifically to Officer D E M O LastThis week’sPuzzle meeting I stated that no action My name is William Hicks. am also making copies, which I M A N solution 2 5 9 4 1 8 7 3 6 Maldonado, thank you for S A G E Solution should be taken until after the The police officers and Kimble I’m hand delivering to the City A N N A coming election is complete. County know me very well. showing me some leniency and D U O A S S A S T A R 3 7 4 5 6 9 8 1 2 of Junction Police Department V E L A S C O S C O R E D We have two open places to Their knowledge of me is not allowing me to be placed in the for Chief Ivy and Officer A L I N E I N H O G A N S 8 3 5 9 4 1 6 2 7 be determined. After the new on the “good citizen” list either. custody of the few friends I S T O L E N A N T E T A T E Maldonado and a copy to the A O R I S T N I G H T 6 9 7 8 3 2 5 4 1 members take their place, then For this I am truly ashamed. have here. Municipal Court to Judge M E N S A G R A C I O U S A S A I have spoken and met S T A G E N A M E D I E G O this issue can be discussed and There are people here that also Johnson. To all who read this, E Y E O U T O F A H A R R E L 4 2 1 6 5 7 3 8 9 voted on. know of me, also not in the with my psychologist at the L S D V I N O L I V E I thank you. I C E G E N E 9 4 2 7 8 5 1 6 3 If the vote takes place prior to venue of a “good citizen”, this Kerrville VA, I have signed William Hicks E T A N A into a substance abuse treat- I G E T the election, the new members also I am ashamed of. P.S. Editor, this letter isn’t O L E 5 1 8 3 9 6 2 7 4 ment program. 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Justus Young (20) is determined to get the ball from this Comfort Bobcat. Henry With a high jump from “way out”, Kaitlin Lumpkins (11) adds 3 to the scoreboard for the Whitworth (34) and Anthony Bland (24) are trying to escape their opposing guards in order Lady Eagles. Rachael Carpenter (14), Gabby Lawhon (5) and D’Dra Gallegos (33) all move to help, while down the court, Ducie Carrington (12) is waiting for a long pass. in for a rebound if needed, but instead get a “bird’s eye view” of the great shot.

Senior Eagle Ducie Carrington (12) lets the ball fly over the Comfort player’s out stretched All eyes from both teams are on the 3-point shot that is going in the basket. Kasey hand and into the basket from beyond the 3-point line. Dontay Foy (33) and Dewayne Castleberry (12), Gabby Lawhon (5) and Chelsea Black (10) are glad that it was sophomore Stewart (22) were moving in to help. The Eagles won this game 53 to 27. Lady Eagle Kaitlin Lumpkins (11) –not pictured- who made the shot. These sports pages are provided by the following sponsors: Eagles, that’s MY team!!! Trophy Whitetails - Axis - Blackbuck - Red Stag - Oryx 904 College • Junction Stocker bucks & does for sale. (325) 446-2561 Dr. Reneé Schulze, JISD Superintendent www.whitetail-junction.com 936-445-1415 or 210-247-8317 Helping You is what We Do Best

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