KEEP Being a peace officer is not just my job, it is who I am. My main focus is the enforcement of law and the protection of and service to this community. My team and I are committed to providing the service and protection that CANTU Junction and Kimble County have come to expect from the sheriff’s office. I humbly ask for your vote on March 3rd. SHERIFF Political ad paid for by Craig Brooks, Treasurer, 100 Mikel Dr., Junction, TX 76849

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Volume 139 USPS 286-540 ©The Junction Eagle, Wednesday, February 12, 2020 75¢ per copy Number 7 Council moves on priority infrastructure repairs Last day to file for City Election – February 14 James Murr administrative matters. held on May 2. The deadline to file intent to file for re-election. estimated preliminary cost of the The Junction Eagle Mayor Russell Hammonds and for election for Places 3, 4, and 5 is On January 16, the council held repairs is between $6 million and all the council members were pres- 5:00 p.m. on Friday, February 14. a called meeting to review recom- $7 million. The City Council held its month- ent: Steve Couey (Place 1), Preston The application to file for election mendations made by LNV Inc. The top priority is to replace the ly meeting on February 10 and McDonald, Jr. (Place 2), Michael for two-year terms may be picked to repair damages caused by the exposed pressurized main sewer dealt with priority infrastructure Miller (Place 4), Olan Raley (Place up at the City Offices (730 Main major flooding during October line at the confluence of the North repairs, ordered the city’s general 5), and Znobia Wootan (Place 3). Street). At the time of this meet- 2018. The repairs, summarized election, reviewed departmental The council ordered that the City ing, no one had filed for election, below, would be done on a phased See CITY on Page 6 and financial reports, and acted on of Junction General Election be but Miller and Wootan stated their basis in priority order. The total Will Chapman signs NLI with TAMU- Kingsville Sydney Carpenter lenges ahead, but his work ethic and pas- The Junction Eagle sion will outlast the challenges. I wish him the best.” On National Signing Day, Wednesday, For the Eagles, Chapman garnered hon- February 5, Junction High School senior ors during his three years as a member Will Chapman signed a national letter of of the varsity football team. His senior intent to play football for the Texas A&M season, Chapman was named in the Top University–Kingsville Javelinas. Five Linemen to Watch list by San Angelo With his peers and teachers watching, Standard-Times, the Fellowship of Christian Chapman put pen to paper, making his com- Athletes All-Star football team, and fin- mitment official during a short ceremony in ished the season with the selection to the the JHS gym. Head football coach, John All-District First Team Defense. Contrucci, and former teachers, Marianna The Javelinas compete in the Southwest Schulze and Dana Davis, praised his depend- Conference, Division II, under head coach ability and character with short anecdotes. Mike Salinas. The 2020 season will be “Will is a great kid with a great work Salinas’s first as head coach, where Will is Junction High School senior Will Chapman signs his national letter of intent to play ethic. His potential is out of the roof,” slated to play on the offensive line. football for the Texas A&M University- Kingsville Javelinas, as his parents, MarLea Contrucci said. “He’ll have tough chal- and Bob, check on his handwriting. Heap to be honored as Easter Pageant time is here by Larry Trimble of more people. Please that if you participate in DAR Good Citizen consider participating the play, you will most Leacy Heap, daughter of Athletes, First Baptist It’s that time of this year! Practices are likely witness a mira- Marshall and Lisa Heap and Church youth group, year again! Time to at 6:30 p.m. on each cle. For the last 25+ a senior of Junction High Student Council, is a class begin preparations following Monday and years in which I have School, has been selected officer, and was voted Class for the production of Thursday evening until participated, I have as the Daughters of the Favorite-Most Humorous. the Easter Pageant,the the production takes experienced many mir- American Revolution (DAR) She has been Captain of local play that tells the place on April 11. We acles. The community 2020 Good Citizen of the Varsity , First story of the last days of can accommodate any spirit, combined with Year. She will be honored Team All-District Volleyball, Jesus Christ on Earth. work schedule if you the spiritual renewal, at a Washington Day Tea All West Texas Team The annual Easter Eve are interested in help- will make your time hosted by Chanes Chapter Volleyball, Academic All reenactment brings ing. This production is and effort well spent. on February 22 at 2:00 p.m. State Volleyball, and on visitors into our com- not limited to any one If you cannot actively in the Green Room of the the , , munity to hear and see church or denomina- participate this year, First Baptist Church, and track and teams. the wondrous story. tion. Even if you do please encourage your the public is invited. To Leacy will be attend- But, work is involved. not attend a church or friends and neighbors qualify for the Good Citizen ing Texas Tech, seek- The first practice will don’t attend regularly, to join us. honor, nominees must have ing a degree in business, be Thursday, February we would love for you If you have any ques- demonstrated the qualities following graduation. 27, at 6:30 p.m. This to come and be a part tions, please feel free to of dependability, service, Congratulations to Leacy will be an organization- of this biblical presen- call me. I would love to leadership and patriotism. and her family for receiv- al meeting to confirm tation of this beautiful hear from you. My cell Leacy is a member of ing and deserving this Leacy Heap is the Daughter of American who will participate. story. Come on out and phone number is 830- National Honor Society, recognition and honor. Revolution Good Citizen of the Year for WE NEED YOU!! Each give us a hand. 459-7037. Fellowship of Christian 2020. year, there is a need I can attest to the fact Geller announces candidacy for KEEPCANTUSHERIFF Commissioner Precinct 1 position I was hired as a deputy 20 years ago to combat the drug problem in Kimble County. I have successfully years of construction in Kimble County for going fought local drug dealers and defended this related experience, with on 30 years. We have raised 12 of those years work- two sons here and love liv- county against the scourge of illegal narcotics ing for Texas Department of ing in this community. We as a deputy, and for the last 11 years, as your Transportation. Job duties are active members of 1 sheriff. My team at the sheriff’s office constantly performed during tenure Faith Community Church. strives for excellence and we continue to evolve at TxDOT included main- I would be honored to and improve our practices, training and skill tenance, inspection, design serve as your representative sets to keep up with changing criminal trends. I and supervision of roadway as County Commissioner promise to continue making Junction and Kimble construction. I am famil- Precinct 1 and would appre- County a safe place for people to live and raise iar with the constraints ciate your vote and support. their families. My door is always open to you, for I, Daryl Geller, am a can- of operations and man- Sincerely, Daryl Geller your comments, suggestions and information. didate for Kimble County agement within a budget. Political ad paid for Early voting starts on Tuesday, February 18, at the courthouse. It is your right, Commissioner Precinct My wife, Sue Beth, was by Daryl Geller, 1060 KC born here, and we have lived 140, Junction, TX 76849. and your responsibility as a citizen of Kimble County, to vote. Do not assume that 1. I have better than 40 your candidate, local, state or national, is going to win. Your vote is important! Vote for honesty, integrity, commitment, respect and truthfulness. Vote for conservative values, support of your 2nd Amendment rights, THIS WEEK’S SPORTS TRIVIA - UIL Basketball protection of your life and property from criminals, and fiscal Which team has made the most appearances in the Find the answer (A, B, C, D) management of taxpayer funds. Vote for proven leadership. Boys 2A State Basketball Tournament? in the little basketball in one Vote Hilario CANTU FOR SHERIFF! of the sponsorships on the A) Dimmitt C) Krum Eagle’s sports pages, 8 & 9. Political ad paid for by Craig Brooks, Treasurer, 100 Mikel Dr., Junction, TX 76849 B) Morton D) Snook

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