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Paw Print Press Proudly serving itasca “the Big little town” since 1997 itasca, texas 76055 vol. 2014, issue 9 FeBruary 28, 2014 Senior Circle Killroy Back in Spotligh with Today’s senior adults are far more active than previous Television Pilot generations, so it comes as no Taken from the Hillsboro Reporter surprise that Senior Circle After a brief hiatus from satellite radio, Hill County Members Mary Whittington, resident Eddie Kilroy is back in the spotlight, literally, as he recently filmed a television pilot at Willie’s Place Cecilia McGill and Pat Kid at Carl’s Corner for the Kilroy Show. would brave the cold and wind Kilroy left his “Willie’s Place” show on XM-13 late to volunteer at the Hill County last year after satellite-radio giants XM and Sirius Fair. They assisted for several merged and the new company initiated rounds of days setting up and judging the layoffs. That is when his focus shifted to a possible television production that will Creative Arts and Education show the country what a real Texas honky-tonk is like. division of the fair. These ladies About a month ago, Abbott native and legendary entertainer Willie Nelson are always on the go and are also was at the saloon for a two-hour interview with Kilroy that will be part of a part of the team of Hill Regional pilot. Hospital Volunteers. Cindy But the heart of the proposed two-hour special was filmed a few of weeks ago when Mickey Gilley and Charley Pride were at Carl’s Corner. Spencer, Senior Circle and Joining them were Mustang Sally, Ron Williams, Susie Dobbs and house Volunteer Services Director, band, Mike Siler. shared in the fun of judging the Interviews with both headliners were conducted in the saloon before they Art Categories. Cindy took the stage. commented: “The talent from Knowing that Pride isn’t particularly fond of horses, Kilroy and the producers had a local cowboy ride a horse into the saloon during the these young artist is amazing interview. and judging was quite According to Kilroy, Pride reminded him several times that he didn’t like challenging”. “I would be willing horses. to pay good money for this art to “What we did in the theater at Willie’s Place the other night was four hang in my home”. Cindy felt months in the making. “There was a lot a forethought that went into the planning. We have an some of the pieces could easily be all-Texas crew to reflect our Texas roots. displayed in galleries. “It’s almost a reality show of what goes on in a Texas honky-tonk,” Kilroy All were treated to a explained. wonderful lunch provided by the And where better to spotlight that type of goings on than the Night Life Hill County Fair Association. Theater and Whiskey River Saloon at Willie’s Place at Carl’s Corner. How could we not have a fun day The standing-room only crowd in the theater was part of the show, dancing the night away to country classics in between breaks to set up for when you have the pleasure of filming certain segments. volunteering alongside the While the waiting and retakes were somewhat boring at times, once on the beautiful Hill County Fair stage, both Pride and Gilley ran through a crowd-pleasing repertoire of Queen and Royal Court. number-one hits and classics that have carried their careers over the years. All aboard the Winstar As a Nashville and Hollywood record producer for over 30 years, Kilroy produced several of Gilley’s big hits, which the singer noted during his Express was the call from our performance for the show. favorite guide, Dixie Simmons, Kilroy founded Playboy Records for Hugh Hefner and Gilley was their on the recent day trip to first artist that signed with the label. Winstar Casino in Oklahoma. A He also went on to serve as co-president of MCA Records with Jimmy full bus departed the Walmart Bowen. Other performers he has produced include Marty Robbins, Faron Young, parking lot bright and early the Louise Mandrell, Red Steagall, Gary Stewart, Jeannie C. Riley, Billy Joe last Wednesday in January. Our Shaver, Loretta Lynn, Merle Haggard and Leona Williams. bus driver, John, was a familiar Kilroy had tired of the Nashville scene about eight years ago as country face and sailed right on through music “changed” from its traditional roots, and he was planning a move back the traffic in Fort Worth to have to his native Texas to try his hand at roping and rodeoing. That’s when a fellow record executive tipped him off to XM and its need us in Oklahoma by 9:00 in the for someone who knew country music. Continued on page 2 Continued on page 5 Page 2 Feature news & editorials Paw Print Press Senior Circle FEMA Aid Going To West ISD Continued from page 1 Taken from the Hillsboro Reporter morning without a single bump felt. The Federal Emergency Management Agency Once at the Casino our Senior Circle members were (FEMA) has announced $20.8 million in aid to help directed to the bingo hall where they were served a rebuild schools in the West Independent School huge buffet breakfast of everything you could imagine, District (WISD) damaged by last year’s explosion. including fresh omelets, eggs, bacon, sausage, waffles, U.S. Representative Bill Flores was in West pancakes, and pastries of all sorts. They even offered Monday, February 10, when the announcement was up barbecue with all the fixings, fruit and veggies for made. those who preferred something besides breakfast. The money comes in the form of two public At breakfast everyone checks in and is given a assistance grants from the federal agency. “gambling” card loaded with the $20 they spent for the The force of the April 17 explosion at West bus fare. Fertilizer Company blew off bricks, broke windows A full day was spent at one of the largest casino’s in and caved in roofs, destroying or heavily damaging the country, however there were no complaints and the three of the WISD’s four campuses. time seemed to fly by. There are many fabulous In the aftermath, West ISD students had to be restaurants and lounging areas to take a rest if your bused to a Connally ISD campus in order to finish the winning streak runs out. Some of our members even school year. took the opportunity to meet up with some longtime The district worked through the summer to get friends from Oklahoma, share some great food and portable buildings in place to get students back in catch up on old times at the Toby Keith Grill. West by the beginning of the current school year. Not so much was heard about anyone winning any Building plans eliminate the intermediate school big cash on this day; however, there was a wonderful and downsizes the high school but would leave West feeling of camaraderie and great fellowship on the way with more modern and efficient facilities, West ISD home as everyone kicked back and relaxed for the Superintendent Marty Crawford said. smooth cruise back to Hillsboro. “A great way to spend The West Board of Trustees was to meet a cold winter day” was heard by several when rolling Wednesday night, February 12, to consider building back into town. plans, meaning construction crews could break ground this summer. Seizure Hearing On Malnourished According to city officials, 122 building permits Horses Held Monday have been issued in West and 56 properties either are Taken from khbrhillsboro.com under construction or have already been completed. A seizure hearing for malnourished horses taken A replacement location for the nursing home that from property on Farm Road 67 north of Itasca was was destroyed has been selected and construction is conducted Monday morning, February 10. Precinct 3 reportedly about to begin. It is targeted to be open next Justice of the Peace Brad Henley heard the case where February. seven horses were removed by the Hill County Fifteen people died, hundreds were injured and Sheriff’s Office and Humane Society of North Texas dozens of homes and businesses were destroyed in the Friday, January 31. According to sheriff’s office blast. Investigator James McClanahan, authorities believe Scam Reported To Hillsboro Authorities the horses were abandoned in October when the Taken from the Hillsboro Reporter owners moved. Neighbors attempted to feed and water A telephone scam was reported to the Hillsboro Police the animals, but eventually notified the sheriff’s office. Department Monday, February 10. An elderly man who A search warrant was executive January 28, and a lives on North Pleasant Street received a call about noon seizure warrant was secured two days later. One of the from a man claiming to be his grandson. The caller told animals had to be destroyed following evaluation by the victim that he had been jailed in Las Vegas and humane society personnel. The judge awarded custody needed bail money. of the animals to the humane society following the The man was instructed to go to a local business and hearing. The owner has 10 days to appeal the judge’s purchase two Green Dot cards. He then called the ruling, but the deputy said authorities have been number back and provided serial numbers. Apparently unable to locate the man, who is believed to be living in one of the numbers didn’t work and a second call was the Fort Worth area. If no appeal is filed, the horses received from a man claiming to be a Green Dot case would become the property of the humane society and manager attempting to recover the stolen money and be adopted out once they are nursed back to health.

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