Palmer Assumes Teaching and Yearbook Roles and Avery, Also Known As Buckwheat, Her Mother, Teresa, and Step-Father Chad

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Volume 129, Number 36 Friday, September 7, 2018 Mustang Football Preview Palmer assumes Teaching and Yearbook Roles and Avery, also known as Buckwheat, her mother, Teresa, and step-father Chad. Palmer believes that growing up in Dumas has drawn her to small town communities, which makes Claude the perfect fit. In Miss. Palmer’s free- time she enjoys reading, writing, and working on advertising campaigns. She is fascinated with pol- left: Claude High School has quickly adapted to playing six-man football and soundly defeated their first opponents itics and persuasive cam- on August 30, 2018. photo by Mindi Price paigns and has worked on BY SYDNEY KNOX Offense had been a little ball team. “Dropping down to 6-man a few, including Ocean BY SYDNEY KNOX Spray. Along with all of The football team is bit trickier; however, the A lot of the boys are has really been a different We have a lot of new these things that take up really putting in the work Mustangs are picking it really looking forward to experience for me. The faces running around Palmer’s time, she is very it takes to transition from up. The biggest struggle on trying their luck in 6-man biggest change is that I can Claude High School this dedicated to her two dogs, 11-man to 6-man football. offense is adapting to the football. Hayden Lepke, receive a pass at any point, year! Along with all of the Millie and PJ, “whom she They practice every day speed of the game. Every- taking one of the leader but it’s also my favorite new faces is Miss Audry loves dearly.” rain or shine. Coach Mof- thing is faster. They have positions, states, “Football part. I’m ready for my last Palmer, one of the new Miss Palmer is a very fett, along with the rest of to think fast, read fast, and is my favorite sport. Get- year of football and hoping high school English teach- dedicated woman who is the coaching staff, have move fast. The adjustment ting to be quarterback this it is the best one yet with ers and yearbook sponsor. really looking forward to high hopes for the Mus- is the biggest obstacle, but year is a true honor. I am Lepke and all of my broth- This spunky, full of life this year at Claude and all tang’s first 6-man football the Mustangs are facing it excited and ready to play ers.” teacher is taking on her the opportunities she will season. head on. football with not only my The Mustangs have first year teaching after have. She commented, “I On the defensive side, The coaching staff team, but my brothers. I’m a bright season ahead of graduating in 2017, with would like to thank the the Mustangs are doing re- claims there are a lot of going to try to be the best them. All they need now a Communications degree community for welcoming ally well. Reading sweeps, key players to watch: leader that I can be. Our if your support! So come from West Texas A&M me with open arms. I am pitches, and passes from Anderson King, Mason team has some really tal- out and root on you Claude University. excited to begin this scho- the other team are easier Smith, Hayden Lepke, ented players and I hope Mustangs this season! Palmer grew up in Du- lastic journey with all of to read from the back field. Michael Evans, and many that we have a very suc- mas, Texas along with her the students here at Claude Overall, the Mustangs look others. The team looks like cessful season.” Michael two sisters, Macy, who you ISD.” really good on defense. a well rounded 6-man foot- Evans also commented, will hear her call Skinerd, Page 2 - The Claude News - Friday, September 7, 2018 Harper joins CHS Sheriff’s Teaching and Corner: A Note Coaching Staff from MENU One of the reasons MON., SEPTEMBER 10TH Harper started teaching is Sheriff Breakfast: Waffle, USPS 116-300 Established January 1, 1890 because she loves to see Bacon, Fruit Juice, Periodicals Second-Class Postage people learn. She loves to Barnett Fruit, & Milk Paid at Claude, TX help children understand The Armstrong Coun- Armstrong County, Texas, something, as well as ty Sheriff’s office is look- Lunch: Country Fried Under the Act of Congress of March 3, 1879 watch their eyes light up ing for the owner of one Steak, Gravy, Roll, Published Weekly Except Christmas Week when they finally grasp the black Angus bull and one Mashed Potatoes, Publishers - The Claude News, Christiana Mustion situation. Harper loves to black Angus Cow. The Green Beans, Editor - Christiana Mustion see kids succeed, so teach- Brand is on the right hip. Advertising Director - Jimmy Mustion Strawberries, & Milk ing is a great way for her The brand is not registered Postmaster, please send address changes to: to do so. in this area. It is a J with TUES., SEPTEMBER 11TH PO Box 778 Harper says she chose an attached upside down Y Breakfast: Cinnamon 119 N Trice Claude because she likes connected to the cross bar Roll*, Sausage, Fruit Claude, TX 79019-0778 the environment and on the J. They have been Phone: 806-226-4500 Juice, Fruit, & Milk the people. She thinks on the property of Willie Email: [email protected] BY ALYSSA HIGGS Claude’s school is great, Olsen for a month and still Lunch: Meat & Cheese Website: claudenewstx.com New employee for and the town as a whole are. They have been im- Chalupas, Salsa, Armstrong County Subscription Rate - $25.00 Yr Claude ISD, Kimberly feels like a family. pounded by the Armstrong Out-of-County, In Texas - $35.00 Yearly Cucumbers, Refried Harper is a great fit for Making a great ad- County Sheriff’s Office. If Out-of-State - $40.00 Yearly Beans, Applesauce, Claude’s needs. She fulfills dition to the faculty at not claimed they will be Online Edition - $15.00 Yearly & Milk the positions of Assistant Claude High school, Mrs. sold at auction. Contact the Single Copy Price - 75¢ Basketball Coach, Assis- Harper will fit in well and Armstrong County Sher- WED., SEPTEMBER 12TH tant Cross Country Coach, bring life to the students iff’s Office at 553-6933. Breakfast: Breakfast and Assistant Track Coach. at the school. Whether it’s Pizza, Fruit Juice, Fruit, MEMBER She also teaches English I in English class or during Fleta Barnett and English III. Harper a sport, everyone is sure Sheriff & Milk sponsors the class of 2023. to love Kimberly Harper’s Lunch: Chicken Mrs. Harper has been kindness and willingness Tenders, Biscuit, Sweet married to Aaron Harp- for every kid do their best. er for nineteen years. Her Potatoes, Broccoli, children are Tristen, Tyler, Fruit, & Milk and Trigg. Harper grad- THUR., SEPTEMBER 13TH uated from WTAMU in Breakfast: Sausage, December 2017, as well as from Clarendon College in Egg, & Cheese 2001. Her degree is Sports Sandwich, Fruit Juice, and Exercise Science. Fruit, & Milk Previous to being a Lunch: Pizza Choice, teacher and coach, Mrs. Harper was a personal Baby Carrots, Salad, trainer for a few years. Apple, & Milk This is the first teaching FRI., SEPTEMBER 7TH position she’s taken. Breakfast: Biscuit, Gravy, Scrambled Eggs, Fruit Juice, Fruit, & Milk Lunch: Fish Sticks, Mac & Cheese, Green Beans, Coleslaw, Orange Smiles, & Milk

*Substitute Item will be Served to PreK New Insights & Resources for Small Businesses The Claude News - Friday, September 7, 2018 - Page 3 (StatePoint) Small challenges,” says John To grow your small opportunities and resourc- COMMUNITY CALENDAR businesses are critical to Donohue, head of CIT’s business, learn more about es available to you. NEW AGRILIFE EXTENSION OFFICE PHONE powering the national digital small business NUMBER - Please call 806-410-1296 economy. They are also lending group. “Whether 4-H KICK-OFF PARTY - Sat. Sept. 8th, 1:00 to responsible for creating a business is updating its 3:00 p.m., Water games and Ice Cream two out of every three new technology, purchasing COMMISSIONERS COURT—Mon. Sep. 10th, jobs in the country each new equipment or expand- 9:00 a.m., Armstrong County Courthouse year, according to the U.S. ing into new markets, an CITY COUNCIL—Mon. Sep. 10th, 5:30 p.m., Small Business Adminis- experienced lender can Claude City Hall tration. provide the capital need- PRE-PARTY FOR THE SAVANNAH SIPPING Are you a small busi- ed.” SOCIETY - Sat. Sept. 15th, Various Locations. ness owner or looking to Educational resources Cocktails and Shopping at FarmGirl Frosting from start your own company? can help empower small 4:00-6:30 p.m.; Southern Style Dinner at 5:00 p.m. Consider the following business owners, too. To or 5:45 p.m. at The Burrow (Reservations Required trends and developments. learn more about access- call 223-1077); Then head over to The Gem Theatre Insights ing capital, building a for the Show! Three out of four team, cultivating a brand BIRTHDAYS & ANNIVERSARIES THE SAVANNAH SIPPING SOCIETY PRE- small businesses expect and more, check out free SENTED BY THE GEM THEATRE - Sat. Sept. September 8th September 12th to increase their range of resources like the Launch 15th at 7:00 p.m. and Sun. Sept. 16th at 2:00 p.m., Connie Spiller Kelley O’Brien products and services in and Grow series, a new The Gem Theatre. Doors open 30 minutes before the next year, according to video series developed out Jodie Stockett Brettnie Irby showtime and seating is by General Admisison. Tice- a recent survey commis- of a partnership between Jill Maxfield kers are available at FarmGirl Frosting, Keith’s, and sioned by CIT Group and CIT and Operation HOPE, September 9th Wyatt Crowell The Burrow. Adults $10 and Child (2-12) $5 conducted by The Harris a global provider of finan- Jason Cooper Trevor Johnson CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MEETING - Tues. Poll. cial education programs. M/M Lewis Whitaker M/M Rit Christian Sept. 18th, 6:00 p.m., The Burrow. Come and join us. According to the sur- Individuals can follow the M/M Lucas Minkley You don’t have to be a member to attend. vey, top priorities include content and resources by September 10th ARMSTRONG COUNTY MUSEUM PUBLIC expanding within current visiting cit.com/launch- Scott Wilkerson September 13th INFORMATION MEETING - Tues. Sept. 25th, geographies (72 percent) grow and engage on so- Cindy Owens Janis Chauveaux 6:00 p.m., The Gem Theatre Art Gallery, Everyone is and adjacent markets 58 cial media by following Cecily Koch Jakob Weinheimer welcome to attend. percent). Half of small #LaunchAndGrow. Logan Koch Ines Loveday CISD NO SCHOOL - Fri. Oct. 5th, ALL DAY. Stu- businesses also say im- Additionally, the U.S. Abigail Britten dent Holiday/Staff Development Day proving technology is Small Business Adminis- September 14th WASHBURN FALL FESTIVAL - Sat. Oct. 6th, a top investment priori- tration’s Learning Center September 11th Payton McKay Washburn Community Center, Lots of Food, Fun, & ty this year, followed by provides online courses Family Friendly activities for the whole gang! Samantha Weinheimer Tyler Peden equipment upgrades (47 to help you learn about Come on and join us! Todd Peden Sidney White percent) and hiring staff the financing process and COLUMBUS DAY - Mon. Oct. 8th, ALL DAY. (36 percent). Despite op- a number of other critical Tommy Kendall School, Postal, and Bank Holiday. Have a safe and timism, some concerns for small business topics. Rhiannon Arnold Happy Holiday! small business owners re- SHOP IN CLAUDE - VENDORS WANTED! - Sat. main around data security, Dec. 1st, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Call 806-683-3656; inflation, interest rates and 806-205-1760 or the extension office at 806-410- capital costs in the coming 1296 to reserve your spot! year. Full survey results and methodology can be found at cit.com/blog/ small-business-outlook/. Resources “Understanding these key trends can help small businesses innovate and contextualize potential Page 4 - The Claude News - Friday, September 7, 2018 Opportunity Lost Sudoku family want to look in the then told that Sampson you’ve messed up, and casket and make sure they was to be a Nazirite and a you’re trying to get back have the right person? deliverer for Israel. God’s on your feet. Maybe you’re The book of Judges Spirit came over Sampson still on your back. Maybe sounds like a broken re- and endowed him with you’re fighting against a cord. It keeps repeating supernatural strength the “normal” life, and your the same cycle in rough- purpose of delivering the fear is that your funeral ly 40 year intervals: sin, nation. But Sampson was could be summed up with, captivity, crying out to also a man of great weak- “they were average.” No- BY RICHARD GRAVLEY, PASTOR God, and then deliverance. ness and foolishness. body wants “average” or FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH Rinse and repeat. Joshua Sampson was born “normal” or “ordinary” has died, and there was with incredible potential or “forgettable” to be the An old man had died no strong man of God to and expectations. He was defining characteristics of and his funeral was in lead the Israelites. The a superstar in the making, their life. In fact, you don’t progress. The country people’s hearts had turned and everything he need- have to do bad things to preacher talked at length away from God, and their ed was given to him. But waste your life, sometimes of the good traits of the idolatry had led them into Sampson never lived up life is wasted on just being deceased – what an honest slavery. God allow them to to the hype, Sampson nev- “normal.” man he was, what a loving be defeated and enslaved er engaged his purpose. Whether you feel husband and kind father to the Canaanites and Phi- He didn’t deal with the like you’re already wast- he was. Finally, the widow generated by http://www.opensky.ca/sudoku listines. wounds of his past. He ed countless seasons, you leaned over and whispered Many of us know the kept too many secrets, re- feel like you’re right in to one of her children, “go name Sampson. But do fusing to tame his temper, the middle of those wasted up there and take a look in you know the beginning of never learned to seek God, seasons, or you’re seeking the coffin and see if that’s his story. and couldn’t keep his pants after a life that’s extraordi- your father.” In Judges 13, we find on. So, his story doesn’t nary, God has something We are all going to Last Week’s the Israelites in bondage end the way one might to say to you to the life of pass away at some point. to the Philistines. In God’s have expected. Sampson. Solution But what if you died to- mercy, he raises up a deliv- I believe God includes Through his life, we day? Would you be proud erer, a miracle child name stories in the Bible about see a life well wasted. My of what the preacher would Sampson. people like Samson to en- prayer is that you did not say at your funeral? Would Sampson’s parents, courage us to never lose waste yours. those who get up to speak Zoah and Manoah, who hope. The Bible is full of and attest to your accom- were supposed to be un- people who messed up, yet plishments have to lie or able to conceive, were God still use them for His embellish? Would your glory. I don’t know today where you are at spiritual- On the Square ( Goodnight & 287) ly and in what part of life 806.402.1129 you are wrestling. Maybe

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Consider & Ap- cated next to Choice Media mph, Fast Pitch Softball ting, hosted by the Canyon the Board of Trustees of 2018-2019 Fiscal Year prove Minutes of Regular at 11817 I-27 in Amarillo. ranging from 40-60mph Chamber of Commerce Claude ISD was held Tues- Budget and Proposed Tax Meeting August 9, 2018. D-BAT, an interna- and Slow Pitch Softball Pro Shop day, August 28, 2018, be- Rate. Motion made by Craig tionally franchised base- with 4 arcs and three types 10:15 am Free Field- ginning at 7:00 PM in the Start 7:01 p.m. – End Thomas and second by ball academy, stands for of pitches. In addition, ing Clinic Fielding (De- Board Room #201. 7:02 p.m. Lendon Ray to approve the Developing Beliefs At- our machines are easily fense) Mechanics 1. Establish Quorum: 5. Adopt 2018-2019 August 9, titudes and Traditions. adjusted for height. Cage 11:00 am Pitching Meeting was called to or- Official School Budget. 2018 Regular Meeting D-BAT Amarillo is proud rentals are available for Machine. Intro on how der at 7:00 p.m. Board Motion made by Lee Minutes. Vote: 7-0 to bring this offering to our individuals and teams. Our they work and use members present: Amy Whitaker and second 8. Consider and Ap- region as the first and only professionals can help you 11:15 am Free Hit- Lovell, Lee Whitaker, Ja- by Craig Thomas to approve Budget Amend- premier training facility select the best and latest ting Clinic and Demo. Hit- son Godfrey, Todd Peden, prove the 2018-19 Official ments for the 2017-2018 for baseball and softball. bat, glove or accessories to ting Machines Craig Thomas, Lendon School Budget. Vote: 7-0 School Year. D-BAT Amarillo has as a leverage your game. 12:15 pm Compli- Ray and Tim Young. Other 6. Adopt Tax Rate by Motion made by Tim core belief that every play- We invite the com- mentary Lunch present: Brock Cartwright, Written Ordinance for the Young and second by Len- er plays a different game munity, D-BAT members, 12:45 pm Dodge Superintendent; John Mof- 2018-2019 School Year. don Ray to approve the and should be taught to baseball and softball play- Ball. Prizes for winning fett, Athletic Director; A. Maintenance & 2017-18 Budget Amend- maximize his or her talents ers, and coaches to join us team Robert Cantu, JH/HS Prin- Operations (M&O) rate of ments. Vote: 7-0 to suit his or her game. in this Grand Opening Cel- 1:30 pm Free Pitch- cipal; and Kendra Sherrill, $1.0400 9. Grant Superinten- D-BAT Amarillo fea- ebration. At this event we ing Clinic. Pitching Rou- Elem Principal. B. Interest & Sinking dent authority to make tures an exceptionally well- will offer demonstrations, tines and Fundamentals 2. Prayer led by Todd (I&S) rate of $0.06827 budget amendments as lit 18,000 square foot facil- FREE use of pitching ma- 2:15 pm Home Run Peden. C. Total rate - needed and to report back ity, indoor climate-control, chines throughout the day, Derby. HitTrax Competi- 3. Mission Statement: $1.10827 to board at next regular and an environment that opportunities to meet our tion ($5 pp) Through Vision and Com- Motion made by Len- meeting. a first-class pro shop coaches, a chance to demo 3:15 pm Whiffle mitment, Claude ISD will don Ray and second by Motion made by Todd to provide the latest in equipment and special Ball. Prizes for winning strive to achieve academ- Jason Godfrey to approve Peden and second by Len- equipment needs. D-BAT membership discounts. team ic excellence and prepare the 2018-19 Tax Rate don Ray to grant Super- Amarillo offers more bat- We will also have several 4:15 pm Free Fit- each student to become a of $1.0400 (M&O) and intendent the authority to ting cages than any other raffle giveaways includ- ness/Strength Clinic. Edge productive member of so- $.06827 (I&S) for a total make budget amendments facility in the area and a ing tickets to a Texas Tech Fitness Beau Brown ciety. of $1.10827. as needed and report back customized pitching ma- Football Game, WWE 4. Public Hearing Vote: 7-0 to Board at next regular meeting. Vote: 7-0 10. Superintendent Report A. Report on start of school B. Set Date/Time for September Regular Board Meeting due to Football Game. September 17, 2018 @ 7 p.m. C. Accountability Rat- ings 11. Discuss Facili- ty Updates – Community Meeting set for Sept. 10, 2018 12. Board Report 13. Adjournment: Motion made by Todd Peden and second by Craig Thomas to adjourn. 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