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By Irene Van Winkle 1700 block of FM 1340, the cross- Fox Tank near the airport and will Thomas said that Kerr County West Kerr Current ing has become very popular with work on making improvements on was doing “pretty good” on the swimmers and kayakers. dust and dirt generated by gravel Covid front, with low hospitaliza- Agenda items at Kerr County The road is maintained by the operations nearby. tions and ongoing vaccinations. Commissioners Court meeting on Texas Department of Moser noted that there have These days, he added, people can Monday, May 24, included a dis- Transportation, but for the safety been a lot of questions from the get their vaccinations at various cussion to install “no parking” of pedestrians, Hastings said that public regarding fireworks, and locations such as HEB, Walmart signs at Wagon Wheel Crossing both sides of the road at the bridge why the county cannot eliminate and CVS pharmacies. He reported west of Hunt, important news will have signs placed to keep cars their use. short lines for shots. There will be regarding progress on creating parked farther from the crossing: County Judge Rob Kelly added one more mass vaccination event another Emergency Services at the northeast boundary, up that fireworks are governed by next week for Moderna. District (#3) that will supplant about 300 feet, and about 270 feet state law, and their sale cannot be Thomas reported that the winter funding of the volunteer fire from the southwest boundary. stopped unless there is a severe storm reporting deadline to department in Center Point. The court voted unanimously to drought. Memorial Day and July 4 FEMA has been pushed to June County Engineer Charlie approve the hearing date. are the next dates likely for fire- 20, giving people more time to Hastings announced that Wagon Pct. 3 Commissioner Tom works. report their damages. Wheel crossing is set for a public Moser said that Ingram Readymix Emergency Management Now being approved, the inte- hearing on July 12. Located in the is moving to a 10-acre site behind Coordinator William “Dub” See County, Page 10 Hunt ISD finds Dale success in sports elected

By Kari Short HISD is tennis. Nineteen ath- mayor West Kerr Current letes participated in the dis- trict tennis meet, capturing six Hunt ISD Athletic Director bronze medals. All but one pro-tem Devin Sweet provided an player/group won their first update on the success of the sets at the district meet. By Clint Schroeder athletic program at the May Raul Gomez and Chris West Kerr Current 18 HISD trustees meeting. Alva placed third in 7th grade Ingram City Council on “Overall the spring season boys’ doubles. Araceli Chima Tuesday, May 18, elected (sports) competed, and we and Bella Clark placed third newly elected council mem- made some moves in the dis- in 8th grade girls’ doubles. ber Bridget Dale to serve as trict this year,” said Sweet. Angus Mclaughlin and mayor pro-tem. “Our athletes are buying into Weston Merritt also placed Mayor Kathy Rider the program, and we will only third in 8th grade boys’ dou- explained that the mayor pro- continue to grow stronger bles. tem fills in the mayor’s each year as the 5th graders Seventeen athletes partici- absence to conduct meetings, move up from pre-athletics pated in the 7th and 8th grade workshops and other city knowing the expectations and boys’ district meet. The Photo by Irene Van Winkle business as may be required. the type of program, we are 7th grade boys finished sixth Ingram Tom Moore Class of 2021 took their final walk at Warrior stadium last The vote to elect Dale was working towards becoming. out of eight teams with only Friday night, as parents and friends cheered their graduation — and let their mor- unanimous. They are starting to get the two points behind fifth place. tarboards fly. Council also unanimously mentality that we can com- Raul Gomez scored 20 of the voted to establish a code pete. 29 points for the 7th grade enforcement position in the “It is going to get better boys, placing in long jump, ITM Class of 2021 moving on police department. every year because we have Rider noted there used to the 100 and 400-meter race eral sentences in Spanish ... which, he said, in pre-athletics. They have and the sprint relay team who By Irene Van Winkle be a code enforcement posi- West Kerr Current short, “was ‘welcome’” learned the expectation of the tion but it was abolished, and also placed. “Teachers and coaches are torn that you are added Police Chief Carol program, and they are bought- “Track builds your pro- Clad in bright red robes, the Ingram Tom leaving us, and we can’t imagine what your Twiss said it is critical to re- in. We are excited for next gram,” said HISD Moore graduating class of 2021 took their final families are feeling,” Moralez said. establish the position. A year and the years to come.” Superintendent Luci Harmon. bows and accepted their diplomas as they let go Turning to Class of 2021 valedictorian motion to do so was unani- Sweet outlined the success “I was impressed with how of the past and faced the future. Nathanael Pfiester, he said that this year was mously approved. of specific sports. The boys’ seriously Coach Krista Bosse Tossing their mortarboards aloft, they the 40th anniversary of (ITM) inception, and Council also appointed basketball A and B teams fin- and Coach Sweet took track. brought four years of high school to a joyous back then, the first valedictorian was Vern Twiss to serve as the city’s ished the season strong with That’s where you build your close as family and friends surrounded them on Stehling (who recently served on the school representative on the Kerr winning records. The A team athletes. School districts will the football field. board). Emergency 9-1-1 Network ended 5-5 with multiple ignore track, but our kids A number of speakers offered messages of He praised the class, saying, “You have Board of Managers. games ending within three were prepared. They knew praise, optimism and reflection, for a class that achieved so much in so little time,” and touted Mark Del Toro, executive points, and the B team fin- what they were doing. We was unusual in some ways, and typical in oth- excellence in sports, comparing their lives to director of Kerr 9-1-1, said ished 5-3. The girls’ team fin- ers. puzzles. don’t have an 8th grader leav- the district has five rolling ished 3-7. Guest speaker coach Chris Moralez began One of the major sports at See Hunt ISD, Page 3 his speech first addressing the attendees in sev- See Grads, Page 9 See Council, Page 10 Community forum June 8 on U.S. conservation plan America the Beautiful Plan: the community about the “America the servation to the National Climate Task Beautiful” plan, also known as the feder- Force. conservation or land grab? al government’s 30 x 30 plan, released to The 10-year plan includes broad steps By Kari Short the public on May 6 of this year. the U.S. can take to address climate West Kerr Current “The aim (of the plan) is to set aside change and restore biodiversity. and ‘preserve’ 30 percent of America’s https://americanstewards.us/the-great- Precinct 4 Kerr County Commissioner land and oceans by 2030,” said Harris. misdirect/ Don Harris is hosting a community “This would require a massive land The Letter to America included at the forum featuring Dan and Margaret grab of private property in order to introduction of the report identifies “eight Byfield, CEO and executive director of achieve it.” core principles guiding the project: a American Stewards of Liberty on The U.S. Commerce, Interior and commitment to collaboration, support for Tuesday, June 8, at 6 p.m. at Ingram Tom Agriculture Departments unveiled the voluntary and locally led conservation, Moore High School auditorium. 24-page document outlining broad envi- The purpose of the forum is to educate ronmental goals for land and water con- See Forum, Page 10 Moderna clinic June 1-2 Photo by Irene Van Winkle Ingram ISD Summer Lisa Walter, Director June 1-2. Kerr County Public Relations The Texas National Guard Feeding Program starts Jane Buck book signing will conduct the clinic from 8 Ingram Independent through June 25, Monday Citizens who participated a.m. to 5 p.m. those two days Jane Buck enjoyed the recent booksigning of two new School District will begin its through Friday. in the massive vaccination at the First United Methodist books for kids she has written, called “Jocko the Seamless Summer Feeding Breakfast will be served clinic back on May 3-7 and Church, 321 Thompson Dr. Program today, Thursday, 7:30 to 8 a.m. and lunch will Pesky Monkey” and “Bucky Burro.” While she had received their first shot of the in Kerrville. May 27, at Ingram from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. many fans show up, she is seen greeted by family Moderna vaccine are being “Although preregistration Elementary School, 125 Meals are free to any members offering support. Shown from left, are invited to return to get their is not necessary and this will Brave Run. summer school student and author Jane Buck, grandson Raymond Lee Buck, necessary second dose during be a walk-up clinic, the only a follow-up clinic next The program will run anyone in the community 18 great-grandchildren Bowen and Aurelia Buck, and May 27-28 and June 1 years and younger. Raymond Lee’s wife, Tara. Tuesday and Wednesday, See Clinic, Page 9 Page 2 West Kerr Current Thursday, May 27, 2021

Ingram West Kerr Community Calendar police Friday-Sunday, May 28-30 Tuesday-Wednesday, June 1-2 Texas Masters of Fine Art and Craft Show — 18th year to Follow-Up Moderna Clinic — Those who received their report be in Kerrville, five new exhibitors as well as returning artists; first shot of the Moderna vaccine May 3-7 will receive the admission is free. Grand ballroom of the YO Ranch Hotel. second at this clinic. Preregistration not required but only Sunday, May 16 Fri. & Sat. 10 - 7, Sun. 10 - 5. those who received their firsts shot are qualified; First United 12:50 p.m. — A report was Methodist Church, 321 Thompson Dr., Kerrville, 8 - 5. made that three mailboxes in Monday, May 31 the 500 block of Main St. had Memorial Day Observance — Local organizations are been broken into. The mail- invited to present wreaths in remembrance of our nation’s Wednesday, June 2 boxes all had been pried open The driver falsely identified heroes during the ceremony at the War Memorial on the Widows & Widowers Wednesday Lunch On the Divide — from the back and the damage himself to the officer. It was Kerr County Courthouse grounds. Register in advance on Enjoy lunch outdoors, make new friends, visit with neigh- was estimated at $3,000. discovered that the man had a Monday before the ceremony; 700 Main St., 10 a.m. bors! Seniors - $1 off all pizzas; Lil Orange Mirage, 3885 Hwy. There are not any mail theft warrant out of Kendall 41, Noon - 2 p.m. victims at this time. County for possession of mar- ijuana and he was arrested. block of Junction Hwy. intersection of Junction Hwy. Monday, May 17 and Hiway St. reported that a 9:10 a.m. — A warrant was Tuesday, May 18 West Kerr Weather served on a 26-year-old Wednesday, May 19 man he knew drove by and 9:44 a.m. — A car located Time unavailable — An pointed a gun at him which woman at the Kerr County on private property in the Rainfall jail. officer noticed an open door at made him feel threatened. 3300 block of Junction Hwy. a business in the 3300 block Source: Ingram observer for National Weather Service. 9:10 a.m. — A warrant was was towed. Observations taken 8 a.m. to 8 a.m. at HCYR. served on a 42-year-old man of Junction Hwy. The building Friday, May 21 5:55 p.m. — An officer was cleared and a door knock- 7:43 a.m. — A warrant was Tuesday, May 18 - Tuesday, May 25 at the Kerr County jail. assisted the Drug 12 p.m. — A woman in the er was left since the key hold- served on a 46-year-old per- Tuesday 5/18 0.10 in. Saturday 5/22 0.04 in. Enforcement Administration er could not be reached. son at the Kerr County jail. 300 block of Ingram Loop with a search warrant in the Wednesday 5/19 0.05 in. Sunday 5/23 0.27 in. 2:56 p.m. — A man at the 9:58 a.m. — A woman Thursday 5/20 0.00 in. Monday 5/24 0.14 in. was issued a warning for 200 block of Washington St. unsanitary or objectionable police department reported reported that she was assault- Friday 5/21 0.00 in. Tuesday 5/25 Trace One man was arrested as a that his wife was missing and ed by her boyfriend three matter. result of the search. 6:42 p.m. — A verbal dis- that she was last seen in the nights ago in the 3300 block May 2021 5.63 in. Total for 2015 37.27 in. Time unavailable — A 3300 block of Junction Hwy. of Junction Hwy. A report was Total for 2021(to date) 12.80 in. Total for 2014 19.12 in. turbance between a man and woman in the 300 block of Total for 2020 28.57 in. Total for 2013 24.75 in. woman in the 600 block of An officer located the woman taken and an investigation is Hwy. 39. reported that she and she was OK but needed ongoing. Total for 2019 27.66 in. Total for 2012 22.73 in. Moore St. The two separated heard what sounded like Total for 2018 37.40 in. Total for 2011 11.63 in. for the evening. space from her husband. The 9:52 p.m. — A verbal dis- Total for 2017 24.85 in. Total for 2010 27.24 in. someone opening the door to husband was notified that she turbance between a mother 10:29 p.m. — A man in a her residence. An officer Total for 2016 36.04 in. Avg. annual rainfall 31.65 in. 2013 yellow sports car was was OK. and daughter was reported in searched the area and there 3:50 p.m. — A property the 200 block of 3rd St. Both Burn ban lifted in all precincts pulled over in the 3100 block were not any signs of criminal owner in the 300 block of agreed to leave each other Since conditions change frequently, for of Junction Hwy. for an activity. McNeil St. was issued a warn- alone for the night. latest updates call Pct. 4 Commissioner expired registration and not 9:16 p.m. — An officer ing for debris in the yard. 11:03 p.m. — An active Don Harris at 792-2215 or the sheriff’s having a license plate light. assisted the public in the 3200 4:05 p.m. — A property fight was reported in the 3300 office at 896-1216. The Burn Ban Hotline is owner in the 300 block of block of Junction Hwy. 315-BURN (2876). McNeil St. was issued a warn- Everyone involved left prior ing for tall grass and weeds in to the arrival of an officer. the yard. warrants and were arrested. took pictures and advised that Saturday, May 22 1:03 a.m. — A one-car he would attempt to contact Thursday, May 20 Time unavailable — An accident occurred in the 3200 the dog owner. 11:55 a.m. — A report was officer attempted to conduct a block of Junction Hwy. made that a man and woman traffic stop in the 3100 block Neither the driver or passen- near the intersection of Main of Junction Hwy. and the driv- ger were injured. A citation and 3rd streets were yelling at er fled. The driver drove about was issued and the car was each other. An officer checked a half mile before stopping. able to be driven away. the area and did not locate The 42-year-old woman driv- 8:40 p.m. — A person in anyone. ing and the 28-year old man in the 600 block of Hwy. 39. was 12:48 p.m. — A man at the the passenger seat both had bitten by a dog. An officer Man arrested on drug charges Prepare for On May 9, at approximate- Ruiz located two grams of power outages ly 3 p.m., Ingram Police methamphetamine and mate- with a Generac Officer Mario Ruiz conducted rials to package and sell the a traffic stop on a green illegal narcotic. home standby Subaru station wagon that did Anthony Law, 37, was generator not have a valid license plate arrested and charged with the or registration. offense of Possession of a After contacting the driver, Controlled Substance 1-4 REQUEST A FREE QUOTE! Ruiz observed the driver to be grams in a drug free zone. 877 425 0607 overly nervous. During the Law was transported to the stop he obtained consent to Kerr County Jail to await IVFD fire search the vehicle. magistration. FREE report Traffic stop ends in arrest 912 Jefferson Street 7-Year Extended Warranty* The Theatre District A $695 Value! 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Obituary Jane Wynette Priour (Williams)

Jane Wynette Priour, 73, a devoted wife, mother and grandmother, passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on Sunday, May 23, 2021. She was born in Longview, Texas on Nov. 25, 1947 to Dr. Barney and Shirley Williams. Jane was the oldest of four children. When her father was in medical training, Jane moved around multiple times before Courtesy photo coming to Kerrville in 1959. This is where she met her The Ingram Tom Moore High School Warrior Band husband and best friend, Don Priour, in her freshman year UIL Sweepstakes honors for Warrior Band in the Tivy High School Jane Wynette Priour Band, where she played the (Williams) he Warrior Band at year marks the Warrior Band tial to be great, they just clarinet. They went on their Tom Moore High Warrior Family program as a “Sweepstakes” needed someone to tell them first date at the school a deep Christian faith. School recently program, the highest distinc- it is OK to realize their own Christmas dance in 1961 and Jane was preceded in death T have been inseparable ever by her daughter, Christy Jane hosted the UIL Concert and Samuel Bigott tion a band program can earn greatness.” Sightreading Contest for from UIL in the state of Texas. Samuel Bigott has been since. Priour; her brother, Jeffery Region Schools in the new This is the first time that the teaching for four years, all of Jane graduated from Tivy Williams; and her parents, Warrior Auditorium. Schools Bands only have one oppor- Warrior Band has earned this them at Ingram ISD. in 1965 as a member of the Dr. Barney and Shirley that competed were Tom tunity to play through the distinction in over 20 years. “Next year is a state year National Honor Society. She Williams. Moore High School, Center Sightreading piece. Bands are “This year has been full of for marching band, and we attended Schreiner Institute Jane is survived by her Point High School, LBJ High awarded a score of 1-5 (1 ups and downs, uncertainty are looking forward to from 1965 to 1966 and then husband, Dr. Don Priour; her School and Harper High being the best) based on the and distress,” Head Band advancing past Area competi- attended the University of children, Dr. Don Priour, Jr., School. judges expertise and opinion. Director Samuel Bigott com- tion and being a state qualify- Texas, graduating with a Dr. Amy and Matt Priour; For Concert and The Warrior Band per- mented. “However, through- ing program. Band doesn’t major in Biology in 1969. grandchildren, Vivian and Sightreading Contest, ensem- formed first in the day, and out it all, these students have have an off-season, and now Jane married Don on July Raleigh Priour; her siblings, bles must perform three UIL received “Straight 1s” for its persevered in pursuit of creat- the Warrior Band should be 27, 1968. After this, while Judy Rittimann and Dr. Ken approved pieces that they performance in Concert and ing a legacy and greatness. known as a force to be reck- Don was attending medical Williams; and many wonder- have been working on that Sightreading competition, a The pride this band has in oned with.” school, she worked in an ful cousins, nieces and semester. Judges listen and perfect score in the UIL sys- their music, and the com- The Warrior Band program immunology lab at UTMB in nephews. rate the bands against them- tem. radery that they have found in has already selected its next Galveston, Texas. While she A Visitation was held on selves through categories of These “1s” rounded out a each other through their col- year’s show and begun lead- lived there, she enjoyed the Wednesday, May 26, 2021 Tone, Technique and hallmark year, adding to their lective sweat and the happiest ership tryouts, colorguard try- beach and walking on the from 5 to 7 p.m. at Grimes Musicianship. “Straight 1s” performance of tears has paved the way for outs, and designing the show seawall. Funeral Chapels. Funeral Next, the band must learn a from marching season, where future band members. for their run at state next year. In 1976, Jane moved back services will be held on piece in seven minutes, with- they advanced to area compe- “These students just need- to Kerrville, where her hus- Thursday, May 27, 2021 at band started his ophthalmol- 9:30 a.m. at the First out playing a single note until tition, earning 5th overall and ed someone to believe in Samuel Bigott is the head ogy practice, and she became Presbyterian Church of the director counts them in at an Area Finalists position. them, someone to be on their band director for Ingram the end of the allotted time. Earning “1s” for an entire side. They all had the poten- the office manager until he Kerrville with the Reverend Independent School District. retired in 2009. Dr. Jack Haberer officiating. She was active in many Burial will follow at Garden had to repay $97,704 to the district will provide the nance projects such as founda- organizations over the years, of Memories. Hunt ISD state for a reimbursement of required notice for federal tion repair and replacement of such as the PTO president, In lieu of flowers, the Continued from Page 1 an overpayment in foundation grants. carpet tiles costing approxi- CAM, Hope’s Kitchen, YES family asks for donations to funding. “This process takes mately $90,000. center, and volunteering on the Jane Priour Memorial ing us who isn’t prepared.” “We receive federal money months; but this specific She reported there is almost several medical mission Fund at First Presbyterian Trustee Tom Hackleman regularly – about $100,000 in application is due in July, thus $2.8 million in the fund bal- trips. Church. congratulated Sweet on the title and special education necessitating a resolution to ance. The $90,000 expendi- Jane held many passions, Condolences may be sent season. grants every year. Local poli- provide public notice of feder- ture was approved in the con- including her love for read- at www.grimesfuner- “Athletics is a lot about cy is written to address the al grant applications at a board text of budget amendments as ing, time spent on the Priour alchapels.com by selecting technique, and you teach tech- process for those funds meeting and on the district’s presented by HISD CFO Ranch (Tally-HO), nature, the “Send Condolences” link. nique,” he said. “But it is as received every year. So far, we website and make opportuni- Vicky George. traveling to Mexico, and Funeral arrangements are much about motivation as have received some coron- ties available for public She updated the current cooking to name a few. She entrusted to Grimes Funeral technique, and I think you do avirus relief funds. Now we input.” HISD budget with amend- was selfless and giving with Chapels of Kerrville. that. Thank you.” are going to have the opportu- The trustees unanimously ments for reclassifications to HISD Trustee President nity to receive $420,000 to approved the resolution. At streamline and improve Linda Pipkin continued the spend over three years. this time, information about accounts which also was Warrior Tennis Camp sentiment reflecting on the “This is the third round of the obligations for the district unanimously approved by the success of a former HISD stu- COVID money. Like always, associated with the grants trustees. June 14-16, grades 1-9 dent. “Jessica Alvarez, who is we have to bring the applica- wasn’t available. Harmon said, “This is liv- a graduate of Hunt, is going to tion to the board with the asso- Hackleman commented, “I ing in the budget we wrote Warrior Tennis Camp will Call Coach Chris Moralez state in tennis. I think her ciated requirements for the want us to be very careful with the addition of $90,000 be held June 14-16, 8:30 for more information at 830- brothers, Alex and Jesus, went district. about the strings attached. for elementary floor a.m.-11:30 a.m. for grades 890-6469; he will need camp to state also.” Elementary and Secondary There are some things coming upgrades.” 1st-9th. T-shirt information. Trustee Bridget Symm School Emergency Relief III at us like a freight train by the Principal Tammy Brown Fee for the camp is $40. observed, “When you pair (ESSER) requires public federal government. We are reported on the summer Jump sports with the additional aca- notice and a plan before the tied to the railroad tracks by Start program which will be demics at Hunt, it becomes application is submitted to the those strings.” offered July 19 through Aug. viable for students to stay at board. Part of the ESSER III Trustees also unanimously 12 for half-day instruction in HISD through middle law is for the board to develop approved a resolution to reading and math. A Thought school.” a policy to address how the extend the depository contract “It is open to all students, In regular business, HISD with Security State Bank and and transportation will be pro- For Trust. vided. We want to encourage Death notices Harmon reported the vehi- students to come as much as The Month cle carport will be delivered in they can, but it is optional,” By John M. Grimes Catarina Gallardo Herrera, May 19, 2021 in Kerrville, Texas. July and provided an update she said. 85, of Kerrville, passed away Funeral arrangements are by on painting walls. She dis- The next HISD board meet- As we near our country's Memorial Day, let us remember Wednesday, May 19, 2021 in a Kerrville Funeral Home. cussed other potential mainte- ing is June 15 at 6 p.m. the great sacrifices endured by those who so valiantly fought local hospital. Funeral arrange- and for those who continue to defend our freedom, and let us ments are by Grimes Funeral Kent Bond, 85, of Kerrville, honor their brave service to each of us. President George Chapels. Texas passed from this life on Bush in 1992, 2003, and 2005 stated these words which reflect May 22, 2021. Funeral arrange- honor and admiration for our Veterans: Sally “Bonerhead” Green, ments are by Kerrville Funeral George Bush 1992 64, of Kerrville, went home to be Home. "Whether we observe the occasion through public ceremo- with Jesus on May 19, 2021. ny or through private prayer, Memorial Day leaves few Funeral arrangements are by Jose V. Trevino, 78, of hearts unmoved. Each of the patriots whom we remember on Wright’s Funeral Parlor. Kerrville, passed away Saturday, May 22, 2021 in a Comfort care this day was first a beloved son or daughter, a brother or sis- center. Funeral arrangements ter, or a spouse, friend, and neighbor." Sybil Maxwell, 80, passed 2003 from this life on Wednesday, are by Grimes Funeral Chapels. "Their sacrifice was great, but not in vain. All Americans and every free nation on earth can trace their liberty to the white markers of places like Arlington National Cemetery. Upper Guadalupe And may God keep us ever grateful." 2005 River Authority "Looking across this field, we see the scale of heroism and Weekly News sacrifice. All who are buried here understood their duty. All stood to protect America. And all carried with them memo- ries of a family that they hoped to keep safe by their sacri- Giant Cane fice." Have you seen this plant? And so on this Memorial Day, let us salute all those who It is found along water and is often confused with bamboo. have borne the battles and paid the costs for freedom that Giant cane can grow up to 30 feet tall and blocks your access contemporary America accepts as its legacy . . . to the river and creeks. Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is working with UGRA to offer no-cost giant cane control to streamside landowners in Kerr County. Sign up today to slow the spread of giant cane in riparian areas. These areas are John and Susie Grimes dense bands of native vegetation along a body of water and are 728 Jefferson • Kerrville, Texas 78028 vital to healthy rivers and creeks. (830) 257-4544 For more information on this voluntary program, www.grimesfuneralchapels.com contact UGRA at (830) 896-5445 or visit: Follow us on Facebook www.ugra.org/major-initiatives/healthy-creeks-initiative Establishment License Number: 21 Page 4 West Kerr Current Thursday, May 27, 2021

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In The News exists mostly because of pub- The volunteer firemen May 19, 1983 lic donations and partly answered a total of 146 fire through fuel, auto parts and calls in 1982; 42 of those City Council okays insurance assistance from were within the Ingram city Ingram fire Kerr County. limits. department subsidy Now undergoing a process Praising the Ingram VFD of re-incorporation separate as one of the “best in the The Ingram Volunteer Fire from the other VFDs in this state”, Lange urged his fel- Department will receive a precinct, the Ingram Fire low councilmen to “do some- $200 monthly subsidy from Department has projected a thing about this contract”. the City of Ingram following budget of $22,800 for their City payments will begin a unanimous vote at Tuesday coming fiscal year which the first of June on a one-year night’s City Council meeting begins May 31. trial basis. six months after Fire Chief Councilman Ed Lange Councilmen expressed Billy Guthrie sought official updated the status of the grave concern about the pos- help for his department’s ail- city’s negotiations with the sibility of an auto salvage ing finances. fire department for newly- yard locating on the river The Ingram Fire elected council members Joe bank just east of town. Department, once a member Allen and Tommy Gage. Ed Lange informed coun- of the Precinct 4 “Billy told us he wanted cil that the Ingram site had Incorporated Volunteer Fire flat monthly rate rather than a been proposed after Kerrville Departments of Ingram, ‘per fire’ subsidy,” Lange residents had protested a Hunt and Mountain Home, said. Spur 100 location. This feature is made possible by the gift of Ingram News backssues i from the late Sylvia Schumacher. Dietert Center will reopen its doors next Tuesday

ne more week! It is with our CPA this week and and Choices – Early Stage Tuesday – Meatloaf with Please give us a call at really happening! Dietert Center believe me, my brain had to Memory Loss Class will start Brown Gravy (This is a 792-4044 if you have any OIt is what we have open up another compart- up on Tuesday, June 15, for favorite for Opening Day) questions or need additional been waiting for! The doors ment to store those facts. five sessions. This class will Wednesday – Herb Baked information about our pro- are unlocking and the Dietert Thank you to our account- be limited to eight partici- Chicken grams and resources. Center will open again on ing friends for helping us pants, so sign up soon to June 1. All classes, groups learn and be prepared for reserve your spot (we only and activities will resume changes coming in the future. have four seats left). along with our indoor The Dietert Club Ed pro- This is a great class if Friendship Café. Brenda Thompson gram is the Hill Country’s you’ve been recently diag- I am so ready to shout it largest community education nosed with early-stage mem- from the rooftop (still going some new ones. program with over 100 edu- ory loss or cognitive impair- to happen) and we are so cational classes annually and ment. You and your care part- looking forward to seeing With all the high school we look forward to having ner will learn skills to better everyone. and college graduations hap- you experience something understand this condition and In the meantime, if you pening in our area, especially new or just brush up on those give you great tools to cope need anything, give us a call for my awesome nephew things you like to keep fresh and manage life in a positive or just knock on the front Garrett, I want to remind in your mind. atmosphere of caring and door. everyone that learning never The Summer 2021 Catalog compassion. 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Tony Young, Mark Jackson, Tea Party to name just a few. Roddy Tree will have live entertain- passes ment every Saturday night the hat this summer. Save the Date The Mad Hatter Tea Saturday, May 29 — Gary Party and Happy Hour at P. Nunn Annual Memorial the Hill Country Arts Day Weekend MusicFest at Foundation was a huge suc- Southern Sky Music Café. cess. $25. Bring your own chair or The sold-out event was on blanket, 3 p.m. Ingram. Sunday from 3-5 p.m. The Saturday, May 29 — tea party-goers were mostly Photo by Denise Cartwright Crider’s Rodeo and Dance Hall, Jack Nelson Band. in hats. Some were so far- Roseanne Thrall and Holly White Gerht at the Mad fetched and creative. Café opens at 6 p.m., rodeo Photo by Denise Cartwright Hatter Tea Party at HCAF. The grand prize for the hat kicks off at 8 p.m., Band contest went to Martie and Carl Schupp, Neil and Constant Masterson, with grand Fork of the Guadalupe River. The weather cleared, making plays 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Hunt. Robert Kluting. The best prize winners of the hat contest, Martie and Robert With co-hosts Cindy it the perfect night for live Friday, June 4 — June 26- male hat to Al Zirkel. And Kluting, at the Mad Hatter Tea Party. Williams, Barbara Byrd music and dancing “under the “Clue: On Stage,” The Point the best female hat to Janet and Kristina Casanova, stars,” as well as, celebrating Theatre, Hill Country Arts processed in. Delden. The Most Creative Rosé All Day kicked off the owner Keith Asbury’s birth- Foundation, 8:30 p.m., Ingram. West Kerr Uncle of the Groom, went to Patrick McDaniel, day with delicious breakfast day. Saturday, June 5 — Grand Brian Buhrow, officiated. who had a small garden on Whispers tacos from Mo Ranch’s Local residents and some Opening Celebration at Parents of the bride were Mr. his head. Steve Wagner. After brunch, visiting guests were: Tom Moon Shadow Haven, Mt. and Mrs. Chet Driver. The Annual Visual Arts Denise Cartwright the group split into teams for Ferguson and Sharon Home; open to public and Parents of the groom were Fundraiser was in the assorted games while waiting Greer, Mike Simmons with vendors, Pauline Reese Band, Holly and Robert Secrest. Duncan-McAshan Gallery Howard, Ginger Cullins, out the rain and then headed visiting son Travis, 7 p.m. Both families have deep East and outdoors on the deck. Tea Jan and Rudi Winzinger, to the river rapids when the Shannon and Jack Ament, Saturday-Sunday June 5,6 Texas roots. Nacogdoches and champagne were served Marilyn and Larry Butcher, clouds lifted. Faith and Jeff Bradberry, — Learn to Stipple with Jim and Conroe were well repre- with traditional tea time Martha Henderson, Karen & Bob Taylor April and Josh Jones, Campbell; Hill Country Arts sented. repast. Caroline Plugge, Liz shared a special treat from Denise Rigsby Smith, Foundation, $50, supplies The Rehearsal Dinner on The raffle, silent and live Bishop, Dee Elliott, Amy their recent island trip, a Lainey Wilding and Jason provided; Ingram. Friday night was at the hilltop auction contributed to the suc- Best, Perin Pearce, Cheryl Kauaʻi Sugarloaf™ Smith, James Keith, Rob Saturday, June 12 — The villa of Holly and Robert cess of the tea party, all Cowell, Brooke Derousseau, Pineapple which is an exotic Bartell with wife Kelli, Red Clay Strays, Lazy Days Secrest, catered by Brandon orchestrated by Roseanne Lanza Teague, Mary Ann variety with a flavorful Larry Smith with wife Canteen at the Roddy Tree Davenport. The menu includ- Thrall and Shelby Ligon of and Rusty Lacey, Dodie creamy white-flesh and a soft Jane, Matt Davenport with Ranch. Tickets $20, Ingram ed appetizers of smoked the Hill Country Arts Nail, Holly Delaney and Jeff edible core. Richard Knoble Mary Bradley, Ruben salmon, gorgonzola fondue Foundation. Enjoying the Gibson, Cristyn and Sara (B. Byrd’s brother in from Exum, Chuck Paul and Email your news to and charcuterie, followed by madness were Constant and Hendrickson, Daniel Tennessee) & Betsy wife Barbara, Ivonne and [email protected] rib eyes with baked potatoes, Neill Masterson, Kathy, Juli Kirkland, Jeffrey Hensel Walker wowed the hungry salad and green beans. Texas and Catherine Ragsdale, and Austin Acebedo, Carl crowd with an authentic 16 South Band played at The Deda Garlitz, David Schupp, Linda Harp, Shrimp Boil at 6 p.m., fol- Rehearsal Dinner. Denise Taylor and Holly lowed by live music by Under a tent, the wedding White-Gehrt. Aaron LaCombe and per- guests feasted on Mexican cussionist Daniel Kapulkin. Turtle Creek runs through food by Chuy’s. The cookie dessert tray and the groom’s it. Granada Springs Ranch On Thursday, May 20, the cake were by Lesley Marek was the setting for the wed- West Kerr Chamber Mixer of Hunt. The flowers and ding of Dillon Secrest and was held at Joanne Marie Bride’s cake were by Flour Chelsey Driver. Four hun- and Me, hosted by Mercy and Bloom Events. The dred chairs were set along the Gate Ministries. bank of the creek by a water- newlyweds will honeymoon in the Smokey Mountains of fall and a one hundred foot Mary Bradley reports: Last Tennessee and make their high bluff. The majesty of the Saturday night marked the re- home in Conroe, Texas. bluff was the colors etched opening of The Lazy Days by a millennia of dripping Canteen at Roddy Tree Kyndal Robinson, Fleeting Photography Kristina Casanova reports: springs; teal, bronze, grey Ranch with Memphis-based Chelsey Driver and Dillon Secrest wed on the banks Photo by Mary Bradley Like the USPS, neither rain, and ivory. The ceremony Ghost Town Blues Band. of Upper Turtle Creek. 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Sheree Harris Church of Christ on Junction & Sunday School www.holycrosskerrville.com John Collis, Pastor TUES: 6:00 p.m. Celebrate Recovery Highway Rev. Brett W. Coe SUN: 8:45 a.m. Sunday School WEDS: 5:15 p.m. Choir practice St. Peter’s Episcopal Church 2500 Junction Hwy. 10:00 a.m. Worship Hunt United Methodist Church 6:00 p.m. Children’s/ Youth School - Janet Boutin, Sch. Dir 367-5340 Grace Covenant Presbyterian Church Joshua Sullivan 120 Merritt Rd. SW Ministry 320 St. Peter St., Kerrville SUN: 9:30 a.m. Bible Study 257-8162 -Church Texas Hwy. 39 & Webb Rd., Ingram www.huntumc.org 6:15 p.m. Adult Bible Study 10:30 a.m. Worship 367-5672 257-0257 -School Hosanna Lutheran Church SUN: 8:30 a.m. Contemporary Service David Billeiter, Pastor 5:00 p.m. Worship SUN: 9:00 a.m. Sunday School SUN: 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m., 11:15 a.m. 134 Camp Meeting Rd., Kerrville 9:45 a.m. Sunday School WED: 7:00 p.m. Bible Study 10:00 a.m. Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday School (all ages) (at Highway 16 South) 11:00 a.m. Service Notre Dame Catholic Church TUES: 10:30 a.m. Bible Study Rev. Bert Baetz, Rector Pastor Dave Bass 257-6767 (Nursery provided on Sunday mornings) Corner of Water & Washington, Christ Church Presbyterian Pastor John W. Uhl Summer schedule (June 3-Labor Day) Kerrville Rev. J. Michael Wheeler, Asst. Priest 228 Earl Garrett, Kerrville TUES: 6:45 a.m. Men’s Bible Study Summer hours vary, call office for Sundays: 6:30 p.m. Women’s Bible Study 257-5961 (at the Kerr Arts and Cultural Center) Hill Country Christian Center times. 8:30 a.m. Blended Worship TUES & WED: 9-12 (Sept-May) SAT: 4:00 p.m. Reconciliation christchurchkerrville.org Ingram 367-4290 10 a.m. Praise Worship Parent’s Morning Out 5:00 p.m. English Mass SUN: 10:00 a.m. Worship SUN: Sunday School & Worship Sunset Baptist Church Phone 238-4360 officehumc.net SUN: Masses 7:45 a.m., 11:00 a.m., Rev. John D. Standridge WED: Worship Service House of Prayer 5:00 p.m. English - 9:30 a.m. Junction Hwy., Mt. Home [email protected] WED: 1:00 p.m. Pastor’s Bible Study 866-3415 108 Morgan St., Ingram 5:45 p.m. Handbell Rehearsal Spanish Hill Country Missionary-Baptist SUN: 10:00 a.m. Bible Study Sun: 10:30 A.M. 6:00 p.m. Praise Music Group Rehearsal Rev. David Wagner Church of the Hills Church ABA Wed: 6:00 P.M. 11:00 a.m. Worship 7:00 p.m. Chancel Choir Rehearsal 3325 Junction Hwy., Ingram367-4614 107 Redemption Rd. Pastor Randy Dean 367-2525 J. Dwayne Smith, Minister Rev. Paul Harris Open Arms Ministry SUN: 10:30 a.m. Worship 890-5373 Cell: 830-739-9282 165 Ingram Hills Rd., Ingram (Cell groups for the interested available) SUN: 9:45 a.m. Sunday School Carolyn Dean 830-739-9283 Unitarian Universalist Church of the Jewish Community of the Hill 830-329-2661 11:00 a.m. Worship Hill Country Country WEDS.: 5:30-7:30 p.m. Citywest Church Don Trussel, Pastor St Michael & All Angels Anglican Services and Children’s, SUN: 10 a.m. Services: Fridays at 6:30 p.m. at The SUN.: 10:30 a.m.-12:36 p.m. 3139 Junction Hwy., Ingram Church 960 Barnett St., Kerrville Unitarian Universalist Church, 4 p.m.-6 p.m. [email protected], www.citywest.org 2015 Singing Wind Dr., Kerrville Rev. Ja Rickard 792-3626 Hill Country Society of Friends 960 Barnett St., Kerrville Pastor: Thomas Jeffers 367-5363 895-4990 kerrvilleanglicanchurch.com (Quakers) For more information: 830-331-8931 SUN: 9:30 a.m. Bible Study 2100 Memorial Blvd., Kerrville SUN: 10:00 a.m. Services Riverside Church of Christ Victory Baptist Church 10:30 a.m. Morning Coffee & Donut 501 Mill Run Rd., 896-4558 Campus Ministry Center at Schreiner Live Oak Church of Christ 625 Harper Rd., Kerrville Fellowship Hunt Baptist Church Pastor Delano Day University 439 Holdsworth Dr., Kerrville 257-5445 11:00 a.m. Children's Church 238-4863 HuntBaptist@ HCTC.net Worship Sunday 11 a.m., 6 p.m. 257-4316 830-315-9134 SUN: 9:00 a.m. Bible Class and Worship & Contemporary Music Sermon SUN: 10:00 a.m. Worship SUN: 9:45 a.m. Sunday School 5:00 p.m. Worship MON: 6:30 p.m. Women's Bible Study SUN: 9:30 a.m. Bible Study 10:30 a.m. Page 6 West Kerr Current Thursday, May 27, 2021 Entertainment P2K partners with Tivy Theater for Shakespeare In The Park in June

For the 10th time, Playhouse 2000 will partner with the City of Kerrville to pres- ent Shakespeare In The Park on June 4 and 5 in Louise Hays Park. This year’s production, “The Two Gentlemen of Verona,” will benefit from an additional partnership as well, this one with the Technical Theater class at Tivy High School. “Partnering with the talented students and staff at Tivy is a perfect fit for this project,” said Playhouse 2000 Executive Director Jeffrey Brown. “We’re very excited to offer these students experi- ences that are hard to provide at school, and our annual Shakespeare project – Courtesy photo which has been so popular with both Jackopierce actors and audiences – will benefit from the added technical support.” For six weeks, students of Technical Jackopierce to perform Theater instructor Jessica Sturm have bused to the campus of the Cailloux City at Arcadia Live tonight Center for the Performing Arts to study the basics of performance support, Celebrating 30 years of The Houston Chronicle including scenic construction, costum- making music, Jack O’Neill says that Jackopierce “puts an ing, lighting and sound reinforcement, and Cary Pierce – the “Jack emphasis on hook and harmo- Courtesy photo and how to undertake all of these activi- O” and “Pierce” of the semi- ny.” “More than 30 years ties safely. Students of Tivy High School’s Technical Theater class work on pre- nal duo Jackopierce – bring after releasing its debut The program is funded by a generous assembling the set for “Two Gentlemen of Verona,” this year’s their high energy live show to album, the duo gets by with grant from the Texas Commission on the Shakespeare In the Park production presented by Playhouse 2000 in Arcadia Live tonight, the same plan it had all those Arts, which allows P2K to provide a partnership with The City of Kerrville. The show will be presented free to Thursday, May 27, in support years ago … the well-crafted variety of class sessions, instructors and the public in Louise Hays Park on June 4 and 5 at 8 p.m. of their first studio project in alterna-folk-pop song supplies at no cost to the students or the five years — “Feel This remains a rare thing, and one school. For two years during the park’s major be presented on Friday, June 4, and Good.” they do well.” The scenery for “Two Gentlemen of renovation, the show moved to the “front Saturday, June 5, at 8 p.m. at the Louise Formed in 1988, the Arcadia Live is a non-prof- Verona” was designed by Tivy Junior lawn” of the City Center, and last year’s Hays Park Pavilion. There is no admis- Dallas-based duo has released it theater venue that aims to and recent UIL Award-winner Scooty “King Lear” was only seen online due to sion charge, though goodwill contribu- 10 studio albums, toured promote vibrant and diverse Garrett. The design has been constructed Covid concerns. tions are welcome. Guests are encour- three continents, nine coun- entertainment while preserv- and painted by both Tivy students and “We’re really looking forward to aged to bring chairs and anything else that tries and 45 states, amassing ing the history and life of Playhouse 2000 volunteers, and will be being back in the park, and back in front makes their visit to the park comfortable. millions of loyal fans along downtown Kerrville. erected in Louise Hays park just in time of live audiences,” said Brown. “With Playhouse 2000 is Kerrville’s the way. Tickets for Jackopierce are for the show to begin on Friday night. Covid restrictions being lifted, having an Community Theater, and manages, on They have shared the stage on sale at thearcadialive.org This year’s production marks the 10th event like this one – outdoors – is a great behalf of the City of Kerrville, the with John Mayer, Dave or at the door. Doors open at 7 consecutive year of presenting way for folks to get together and get back Kathleen C. Cailloux City Center for the Matthews, Matchbox20, p.m. “Shakespeare In The Park,” though not to enjoying the arts with friends and Performing Arts. Counting Crows, The Questions? Contact Katie all years have seen performances in neighbors.” Additional information is available at Wallflowers and Sheryl McCarty (boxoffice@thearca- Louise Hays Park. “The Two Gentlemen of Verona” will CaillouxPerformingArts.com Crow, among many others. dialive.org), 830-315-5483. Entertainment Guide Thursday, May 27, 2021 West Kerr Current Page 7

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Photo by Irene Van Winkle Contact: Gary Bates for Discount Certificate Ribbon cutting at Roddy Tree Because they had never had a ribbon cutting for the Kirstin Cavazos, and Hill Country Arts Foundation Lazy Days Canteen which first opened in 2009, Roddy Executive Director Sarah Derousseau. In second row Tree Ranch had fun Monday as family and West Kerr are, from left, Ingram Independent School District County Chamber of Commerce did the honors. The Superintendent Dr. Robert Templeton, WKC Chamber canteen has begun its summer concert season. President David Summers and Chamber Executive Shown here in front are Chamber board member Director Tanya Davenport. Karen Clint, RTR owner Keith Asbury and son, Jake, Library Summer Reading Club begins Tuesday Summer is almost upon us Reading Club. Activities organized groups, and day- at 10:30 a.m. These sessions and the Butt-Holdsworth include child and teen-friend- cares. are open to family groups only Memorial Library will cele- ly programs. Performers this summer and registration is required. brate with its annual Summer All programs are free of include: Daycare groups who have reg- Reading Club. The theme this charge and a library card is • June 2: Magician John istered their participants with year for all ages is “Tails and not required to participate in O’Bryant; the Summer Reading Club Tales.” the club; however, registra- • June 9: “Animal Tails and may call and schedule a Lego Registration begins tion in the Summer Reading Tales” with Kim Lehman; session at the library. Private Tuesday, June 1 at the library program is requested. • June 16: Dinosaur sessions are dependent on and concludes on Wednesday, This summer the library George; availability. July 28. Participants who will kick-off the Summer • June 23: Mad Science; Family Movie afternoons choose to register online can Reading Club with a Summer • July 7: Storybook will be held every Thursday email the library at Reading Kick-off Celebration Theatre; from June 3 through July 22 Library.webmaster@kerrvil- on Wednesday, June 2, from 6 • July 14: Nancy & Friends at 2 p.m. Teens are invited to letx.gov and include their to 8 p.m. on the library cam- puppet show. participate in the Summer name, age, school name, phone pus. All shows begin at 10 a.m. Reading Program as well! number and city of residence. The event will have activi- at the Cailloux Theater and Teen and Tween sessions will Reading logs and summer ties for the whole family and are approximately 45 minutes be held on June 1 and June 29 calendars may be picked up at will include music by the long. and July 6 and July 27 at 2 the library or downloaded band Exit 505, a bounce Craft sessions and activities p.m. from the library’s website at house, Kona Ice, Friends of are open to family groups The final event of the 2021 www.bhmlibrary.org. the Library and Kerrville Pets only and three sessions will Summer Reading Club will Participants can choose to Alive! Families will be able to be held on Mondays at 10:30 be the Awards Pizza Party read books, eBooks, or listen sign up for the Summer a.m. and 12:30 and 2:30 p.m. held at the library on July 28 to Books on CD or Reading Club during the June crafts include: from 1:30-3 p.m. Only mem- eAudiobooks to earn their event. • June 7: “Rock Painting”; bers of family groups who hours toward a certificate and This summer, professional • June 14: “Shark and Fish have read at least six hours are an award. children’s performers will Cup Game”; asked to attend this event. The Friends of the Butt- offer free entertaining and • June 21: “Paper Nesting Children and teens are Holdsworth Memorial educational programs. All of Dolls”; encouraged to read at least six Library have provided the these performances are free • June 28: “Parakeet Craft”; hours for a certificate and 25 funding for the Summer and open to family groups, • July 12: “Aboriginal hours for a certificate and an Animal Dot Painting”; award. • July 19: “Beaded For more information Keychain.” about the Summer Reading Registration is required for Club, please call (830) 258- each craft and will open the 1267 or email Library.web- Sunday before each craft [email protected]. event. Registration may be The Summer Reading Club made online through the schedule and program details, library’s event calendar or by including movie titles and calling the library reference dates, are also available om desk at (830) 258-1274. the library’s website at Pre-School Story Time will http://ww.bhmlibrary.org be held every Tuesday at 10 For more information, con- a.m. in the library meeting tact the library reference desk room. Story Time is geared at (830) 258-1274 or visit the towards ages 2-6 and will city’s website at www.kerrvil- include stories, songs, and letx.gov. rhymes. Calm and Color will follow Pre-School Story Time at 10:30 a.m. in the library meeting room. • Corn • 20% Protein Pellets The popular Lego Club will • Deer Blocks • Wildlife Attractants be gearing up to build again • Seeds for Wildlife Plots this summer every Thursday • Corn/Pellet from June 3 through July 22, • Livengood Feed, Acco Feeds and West Feeds Ask About Our ATTENTION CTEC MEMBERS Delivery Service - Bagged or in Bulk Feeds BOARD DISTRICT TWO 2 Locations to Serve You! 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Summer- The Dirt on Let’s not forget those who’ve kept us safe Hill Country Gardening time heat y Dad was born in 1924. As a Explore Texas Myouth he became on horizon! interested in Morse Code and ow is a great time learned the language well. to prepare your So well, in fact, that dur- plantings for ing the Great Ohio River N Flood (before mass commu- upcoming summer heat. David Steinbrunner nication) he was tagged to — Freshen your mulch, Linda Tarrant help out with relaying vital being certain to cover the messages to help emergency our area. These lush, dark root systems of your plants personnel. green plants have glossy Carol Wier with about three to four inch- He was only 14. When es. Our preference is native foliage and bright, yellow World War II began he didn’t adult did I even begin to hardwood mulch, but any- blooms. They will bloom think twice about joining up. understand all he went thing is better than nothing. repeatedly all summer long. He was 17. He joined the through. This is mainly For trees, cover the drip zone There is also an orange Marines. His unit, the 6th because my husband served variety, Orange Jubilee. and don’t mulch up to the Marines, ended up on in Vietnam and helped to Photo by Carol Wier Cover in winter with a trunk as this will harbor Okinawa. The movie open my eyes to all that peo- May dad joined the Marines; his unit, the 6th Marines, heavy mulch, and they can “Hacksaw Ridge” depicts ple give up to help keep us insects. ended up on Okinawa. — Foliar feed to fertilize even make it through win- those terrible days. He never free. A grandson in the Air your plants using seaweed. ters like we just experi- talked about them. Force also makes me realize Marines and the comradeship those who’ve gone before to This gives the plant hardi- enced. I still have letters he wrote all the worry that families go there. help keep us here in the ness and resilience facing his mother where he could through. He died before 9-11 hap- homeland safe. summer heat. This includes Chores for this week: not disclose where he was Dad died Memorial Day pened and I think that’s a and what he was doing while anything with seaweed in it, — Deadhead your flower- weekend 2001. I always felt good thing. It would be hard Carol Wier, former science in the service. and there are several. ing plants to keep them it was an honor for him to go for him to see our crazy teacher and resident of Hunt, Only much later as an out at this time. He loved the — Use an organic, low- blooming or encourage a world now. Let us not forget now lives in Vanderpool. nitrogen, complete fertilizer seconding blooming period. sprinkled around the base of — Watch for aphids and plants, and look for one that treat with hard spray from Writer takes compulsory camping trip has mycorrhizae to enhance the hose or insecticidal soap root growth. or use ladybugs or pyrethrum ussell Tinsley was a journalism student Woods, Waters — For trees, an organic if you’re invaded. in the ’50s. The & Wildlife fertilizer with micorrhizae — Watch for thrips on R can be applied at the drip Austin American-Statesman roses, and treat with Neem hired him to write about the line after aerating a bit for Oil and predatory mites, and outdoors. best results. keep working as these are Tinsley had grown up — For lawns, it is time to difficult to control hunting and fishing around fertilize your grasses again — Watch for spider mites rural Mason, Texas. An out- with a good, low-nitrogen, and treat with predatory door writer’s work often slow-release, organic fertiliz- mites, Neem Oil, then keep takes place off the pavement, er with approximately a them hosed off and clean as so, he was a natural for the 1:2:2 ratio (i.e. 5:10:10 or spider mites thrive in dusty job. ’Sides that, a recent John Jefferson 10:20:20, but no higher). conditions. graduate would work for less — As it gets really hot, set — Watch for the small money. the blades higher on your caterpillars on Mountain His writing was “melting The Cold War was at its peak. Khrushchev had lawn mower to let your Laurels and control with BT. butter-smooth.” Interspersed bragged that he would bury grasses somewhat shade their They can strip all the foliage with enough “Hemingway- us. Times were tense. The own roots, keeping the sun in a matter of days. short sentences” to keep it moving smoothly. He was man wanted Russ, his wife, from scalding them. — Watch for the tomato — Water deeply once a also deadline oriented. A and family to pretend a bomb hornworms and just murder good hire. He became their had just been dropped and week on everything. On them or treat with BT newly planted lawns or with first outdoor editor. they had to leave town rapid- Worm if they start showing newly planted shrubs or One night, as Russell and ly, camp out somewhere else up. trees, water as needed since wife, Marjorie, 4-year son, for two weeks, and write — Keep weeding! about it. Marjorie probably these roots aren’t connected Reed, and new baby, Cynthia, — Keep pouring on the checked the calendar to see if to the surrounding soil. were in the living room, molasses and soil activator to it was April 1. They had Water everything early in the someone knocked on the keep stimulating the soil. prankful friends. Tinsley contributed photo morning for the best reten- door. The man introduced himself as representing But it was real. And for Given only 10 minutes to pack for their sudden sur- tion and efficiency and use- Popular Mechanics magazine real money. They were vival camping experiment, the Tinsley family ended up fulness to plants. We encourage your ques- tions, comments, or your – a successful do-it-yourself allowed two weeks to arrange in the woods for two weeks without a lot of presumed own “Personal Plant of the publication at the time. for the baby. Popular “necessities.” Those included eating utensils, and Plant of the Week: Week” by writing David at He had an article for Russ Mechanics had already many others. But when you’re hungry, you make do, Esperanza (Tacoma obtained the Statesman’s [email protected]. to write if he was interested. as 4-year-old Reed Tinsley illustrated as he ate squirrel stans) can be treated as an approval. They were given Tinsley invited him in. If right off the makeshift spit over the campfire. annual or perennial if we they had been watching 10-minutes that evening to have a fairly mild winter. Linda Tarrant is an Ingram gar- pack their car for the two- dener and David Steinbrunner is a “The Twilight Zone,” it sunburned, tick-bitten, hun- years before he resigned. His They are often root-hardy in Hunt horticulturist. couldn’t have been more sur- week campout. They could gry, and depressed, at times. resume included 11 books real. only go as far as the gas in They lost weight. A large fish authored and numerous their car right then. Three- jerked the stringer out of awards, especially the quarters of a tank would get Russ’s hand, escaping. Coons Outdoors Writers them to Mason. ate catfish off their lines. Association of America’s top BACKED BY A Marjorie grabbed bedding, Their dog ate a pot of rabbit award for the survival arti- canned food, a serving stew. cles. 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Warrior softball players named All-District Nine Ingram Tom Moore High School softball players have received All-District honors. On the All-District 1st Team are senior Dustie Green and sophomore Hannah Reed. All-Dsitrict 2nd Team members are juniors Harley Ince and Brentlee Portenier. Receiving All-District Honorable Mention are sen- iors Lexie Neutze and Bella Montoto and junior Riley Courtesy photo Griffin. State tennis medalists On the Academic All- District team are senior Bella Five Ingram Tom Moore Warrior tennis players medaled at the State and Nathanael Pfiester, State Mixed Doubles Bronze Medalists, and Montoto, sophomore Hannah tournament in San Antonio last week. From left are Nico Valenzuela Coach Chris Moralez. Ingram had more players qualify for the State Reed, juniors Riley Griffin and Frederick Cannon, State Boys Doubles Bronze Medalists; Lawsin tournament than any other school in Class 3A. and Harley Ince and freshmen Wilt, State Boys Singles Bronze Medalist; and Jessica Soto Alvarado Taylor McKinney and Madison McKinney.

Damian Van Winkle named family. While their class was headed toward the class, a tall Grads the smallest, he added, “We young man in military fatigues Center Point ISD athletic director Continued from Page 1 were never the loudest ... but came running out from behind we made up for it in spirit, the bleacher. She turned, then “Life is full of puzzles, and excellence in academics, extra gasped, as he gave her a hug — many pieces work together to Athletics in the Hill Falcons had their most suc- curricular activities and service her brother Blayne Heimann create beautiful pieces,” he Country is undergoing some cessful season to date which to the community.” who she had thought would not said. changes. As Ingram Tom included their first ever playoff Mieske sympathized with be able to attend. The crowd Puzzles include all the peo- Moore High School recently victory and had their first con- the Class of 2020 that had been cheered as Gelsone was seen ple in their lives, noting that announced a new athletic secutive winning seasons after deprived of many high school wiping away tears of joy. “Puzzles teach us patience director, Center Point High the 2017 season, while the experiences due to the Covid- and teamwork. ... Go School is making changes. 2018 baseball team reached 19 virus, but he added that the Warriors.” With the retirement of the State Quarterfinals. Most class of 2021 “came out actu- Clinic Valedictorian Nathanael Bubba Walters, who also recently, Van Winkle was the ally surprisingly normal.” Pfiester stressed that their years Continued from Page 1 coaced in Ingram for many offensive coordinator at “We were able to go to years, his incoming replace- Ponder High School and assis- in school were “difficult but sporting events, competitions, ones who will be given the ment for the new season is tant track coach. fun,” and recalled the good concerts, awards, prom senior Moderna vaccine will be Damian Van Winkle. Van Winkle has been mar- times they had together. “We day and other things,” he said. those who qualified for it by Van Winkle is a 1992 grad- ried to Susie Barlow Van are ready for the future,” and The class of 2021 was able receiving their first dose shots uate of Center Point High Winkle since 1995 and they “it is time to move on,” he said. to win athletic competitions during the initial clinic,” said School who has been a have two children, one of They are all ready to deal and in the end, was able to William B. “Dub” Thomas, teacher/coach in Texas since which will be attending Center with the challenges ahead in Damian Van Winkle garner more than a half-mil- coordinator of Kerr County 2002. He earned his Bachelor Point High School this fall. the future, because of their hard lion dollars in scholarships Emergency Services. of Science and Masters of golf coach for two years. Coach Van Winkle’s parents, work, the secret to success. and financial aid. The Moderna vaccine Science degrees from Texas In 2012, Van Winkle David and Irene, are semi- “We chose to make it hard,” As Ingram Independent requires two shots a few A&M-Corpus Christi and moved to Falls City to be the retired and live in Kerrville. he said, noting that their prin- School District weeks apart. Those who began his career in Sinton, offensive coordinator for Falls “I am honored and blessed cipal, Justin Crittenden, had Superintendent Dr. Robert receive both doses are consid- Texas where he first coached City High School where the to have the opportunity to told them not to be “hall-walk- Templeton prepared to call ered “fully vaccinated” a cou- at E. Merle Smith Middle Beavers went to the State return to my hometown and ers,” just going from class to out their names, he said, “This ple of weeks after the second School, moving up to Sinton Semi-Finals in 2012 and State alma mater in this capacity,” class, but to participate in is not an individual accom- and final dose, according to High School in 2006. Finals in 2013. He was also Van Winkle said. “Being a many activities. plishment. Graduation is a the CDC. Van Winkle became the the head baseball coach where Center Point Pirate has always Pfiester also noted the value team sport,” recognizing the Those who still need to special teams coordinator and the team won their district been a source of pride for me of teamwork, which grew into contributions and support of receive a vaccine to protect varsity wide receivers coach title in 2014 and were and my experience in athletics friendships, and learning from the families, “day by day for them from severe Covid-19, until the 2011 season after Regional Semi-Finalists. has helped shape me tremen- failure. This they were ready 12 long years.” may contact local pharmacies serving as the head freshman Van Winkle moved to the dously. I look forward to help- to overcome — “We know One special surprise or sign up at Peterson coach. He also was an assis- DFW area in 2015, joining the ing the current and future how to get back up.” occurred while the students Regional Medical Center tant baseball, softball and boys football and baseball coach- Pirates and Lady Pirates to Salutatorian Wesley Mieske, walked up to receive their cer- website at www.peterson- basketball coach for SHS as ing staff at Timber Creek grow and develop through who came from Hunt, thanked tificates. When Makenna health.com and clicking on well as head girls basketball High School in Keller ISD. their experience as student- the teachers for their guidance Gelsone came walking back “Covid-19 Vaccine Self coach for three years and head In football, the 2016 athletes in Center Point.” and felt a part of the Warrior out having been called, as she scheduler.” These businesses and patrons support West Kerr athletics

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volunteer Shelly Sandy. County Tax Assessor/ cer Alan Bristol told the court Council County A microchipped dog is Collector Bob Reeves said that it needs to be aware of Continued from Page 1 Continued from Page 1 twice as likely to come home, that the ESD boundaries are a information in the form of a cat 20 times more likely, she unique situation, but there is a webinars and other forums board members, one from the board meets quarterly. grated public warning system said. The microchip is not a map to delineate them. He regarding the American Ingram, one from Kerrville, During the visitors forum, IPAWS will be part of the locating device, but contains a said that this information can Rescue Plan Act and who two from the county and one resident Susie Compton asked notifications about certain sit- number that identifies an ani- be added to the county web- may dispense funding. He representing the Kerr Area for an explanation of the uations in Kerr County and mal and its owner. site so they can be viewed said the National Association Rural Fire Association. upcoming increase in city supplementing Code Red. Capital credit refunds are online by the public. Its cre- of Counties is in touch with The purpose of the 9-1-1 wastewater service fees. “It will allow us to access available to the county from ation is requiring the efforts of the U.S. Treasury, and will system is to deliver emer- Rider said council mem- actual radio stations,” he said. the comptroller’s office that three sheriff deputies, the organize a Zoom call or webi- gency telephone calls directly bers can’t respond during the Belew had voted against it, helps to offset the county’s county clerk and elections nar to share what it has to the appropriate public safe- citizens forum, but invited saying it was unnecessary. economic development cor- clerk. An ad must include learned. The act is law, ty dispatch center. Compton to come to the city Kerrville Pets Alive repre- poration. It may vary from maps and survey with metes although he felt he did not Del Toro said the 9-1-1 dis- council workshop meeting the sentative Brenda Hughes $15,000-$35,000 but the and bounds. think it was a good idea. trict’s funding comes from following Monday for more reported a $784 donation amount is unknown at pres- “The boundaries take up 18 “You guys have historically telephone service fees, and information. used to insert microchips in ent. pages. ... They received 145 done a very good job of plan- reclaimed animals at the Kerr A public hearing was signatures to petition for the ning ... and will do what will zation dedicated to protecting County Animal Shelter and at approved for June 21, to dis- new ESD, of which 35 were serve the citizens for a long Forum private property rights, special events. The funding cuss creation of a new invalid, 13 were not registered time,” Bristol said. Continued from Page 1 defending the use of our land, will pay for 100 chips. Emergency Service District. voters and 18 were not Pct. 4 Commissioner Don and restoring local control. KPA, located at 414 Clay Center Point VFD Chief landowners within the bound- Harris attended an all-tourna- and honoring of Tribal sover- Our strategies are unique, St., has a simple mission, Charles Holt said funding aries. We needed 100 quali- ment baseball playoff, and eignty and private property effective, and have led to some Hughes said — “To assist generated by this entity will fied signatures, which we had said Kerr County sheriff’s son rights — are essential ingredi- of the most important victories Kerr County Animal Services ensure the longevity of the enough after our review,” Larry Leitha played as did ents to building and maintain- for property rights in America from performing euthanasia, VFD. Holt told the West Kerr Reeves added. Aaron Walters. Harris also ing broad support, enthusi- over the last twenty years.” providing the public with edu- Current that a new ESD The ESD3 location is with- noted that the new Athletic asm, and trust for this effort.” ASL is based in cational resources and help would easily help pay for in the extra territorial juris- Director at Center Point High However, questions remain Georgetown, Texas. families keep their pets.” equipment CPVFD needs. diction of the City of School is Damian Van regarding the specifics of how The event and parking are KPA also works to help Fortunately, he added, it has Kerrville, and the city must Winkle, who replaced the such goals and principles will free and open to the public. animal adoptions and pro- sufficient personnel available give its permission. While the retiring AD, Bubba Walters. be achieved. For more information on the motes spay/neutering of ani- for the job. Ingram ESD No. 1 does not Talk turned to the possible From the ASL website, forum, call Don Harris at 210- mals, as well as assist finan- Also, the formation of a encroach on the Ingram fire bond election and Letz noted “American Stewards of 385-7646 or cially in helping injured ani- new ESD would still allow department, Kerrville has a that the county’s phone sys- Liberty is a non-profit organi- [email protected]. mals. the CPVFD to hold its annual paid department and they tem is inadequate. Belew said “Since we are all volunteer, fundraiser dinner, since it is could interfere with the new that putting data on the cloud Gillespie Livestock Co. Inc. every dime goes to mission separate from the ESD. Holt ESD. with a better system would May 19, 2021 saving lives of Kerr County said that if anyone has any Texas Association of not be as secure as the present pets,” she said. doubts or questions about the Counties public relations offi- one. Hughes also introduced ESD, to call 830-377-2420. Cattle 388 HD Cows & Bulls 2-3 Higher Steers Steady House Plan Heifers Light Hfrs 2-4 Higher Rest Steady Cows 40.00-75.00 CWT Bulls 70.00-95.00 CWT Bred Cows 700.00-1100.00 Cow & Calf Pairs 900.00-1400.00 Plain Cattle 25.00-75.00 CWT Medium to Large Frame #1 STEERS HEIFERS 200-300 lb. 140.00-190.00 CWT 120.00-150.00 CWT 300-400 lb 160.00-187.50 CWT 120.00-154.00 CWT 400-500 lb 150.00-179.00 CWT 120.00-153.00 CWT 500-600 lb 140.00-169.00 CWT 120.00-148.00 CWT 600-700 lb 130.00-150.00 CWT 105.00-129.00 CWT 700-800 lb 120.00-127.00 CWT 96.00-115.00 CWT

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Sudoku Read & Learn Solution to Puzzle on Page 10 Solution to Crossword on Page 4 Page 12 West Kerr Current Thursday, May 27, 2021

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The West Kerr County Chamber of Commerce held its May mixer at Joanne Marie & Me wine shop last week, and spir- its were high. Mercy Gate Ministries was the host. From left, Stephen Schulte, Wes Wagner, Michael Chamber members min- Kelliher and James Wright. gled outside and in, with friends, and made new ones, and shared infor- mation on Mercy Gate Ministries for abused and trafficked persons. From left, Lori Wright, Karen Girard, Laura Wagner and Bill Greenwood. Executive Chae Spencer introduced a short video explaining their mission, featuring victim and now advocate Karla Solomon. Mike Simmons and Camber Alexander. Pictured are some who came to the mixer. Le U Sho Fo Yo ! Werepresentmultiplecompanies and shop for the best rate!

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