6 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2019 Chamber Business Sheriff’s Report of the Year The Rains County Sheriff’s ence vehicle reported stolen in lobby Reference neighbors cut- bridge Vehicle hit a deer, Point Office took the following reports Hunt Co. but was stolen in Rains ting trees and parking on private S. 1st St. Male in road acting of activity during the week of Co., Sky Point RV Park Distur- property, CR 2132 Cows out, CR strange, FM 2324 Medical assist October 17-October 24: bance between male and female, 1330 Possible trespasser caus- male fell and hurt chest, PR 7710 Arrests Steamboat Shores Welfare check ing disturbance, Hwy. 69 by the Smell of gas, Hwy. 69N of Point on a female who may be having school vehicle wrecked and male Major two-vehicle accident pos- 10-17: Jeremy trouble with drunk boyfriend. having medical issues, Hwy. 276 sible fatality, FM 2737 and Hwy. Narramore, Dal- 10-18: CR 3030 Male rid- At Lynch Cemetery Cows out, 276 Cows out, Emory Senior las. Disorderly ing a bike was hit by a car, CR 2181 Medical assist elder- Suite Care & Rehab Medical conduct, $200 FM 2324 and CR 1325 Medical ly male possible heart attack, assist, Lake Tawakoni near Roll- fine, possession assist female with diabetic issues Emory Rhodes Dr. Loud music ing Hills Two males in flat bot- of drug para- unconscious in a vehicle, CR disturbance, Emory Oakleaf tom boat and no life jackets, phernalia, $200 4520 Lift assistance, CR 2180 Trailer Park Disturbance between Point Smith Cir. Medical assist fine. DAVID TRAYLOR Theft of service from water meter, male and female, CR 1605 Medi- female fell and hurt previously Rains County Sheriff 10-17: Darri Hwy. 19N by precinct yard Calf cal assist elderly female hip out broken leg, Point S. 1st St. Per- Lynn Smith, out, Emory Oakleaf Trailer Park of socket. son peeping through a window, Dallas. Public intoxication, $200 Possible deceased female, CR 10-20: Hwy. 19N Male pos- CR 1451 and CR 1455 Tree on fine, disorderly conduct, $200 1532 Grass fire, CR 1150 Neigh- sible stroke, Hwy. 19 and FM fire, Point 4th St. Male possibly fine. bors are arguing and scream- 2324 Man on side of road in his trespassing, SO lobby Reference 10-21: Amanda McCann, ing and caller wants a welfare underwear, Point Locust St. Man suspicious letter received through Paris. Possession of a controlled check, CR 1402 Medical assist reported finding a gun in his the mail. substance PG 1 greater than or male throwing up blood, Emory house and doesn’t know whose 10-23: Hwy. 276 and FM 2737 equal to 1 gr., less than 4 gr., at Shell Station Possible fire at it is, CR 4510 Medical assist Cows out, ET Jenny Ln. Object $5,000 bond. front door, PR 7332 Reference man weak and fell last night, SO floating in the lake, CR 3410 10-22: Steven G. Stone, Bells. debit card abuse, Hwy. 69S near lobby Reference property stolen, off FM 514 Grass fire, SO lobby Indictment abandon/endanger a Alba Possible female walking, Emory corner of Santa Fe and Reference issues with neighbor’s child, $5,000 bond. Public service Reference prob- Missouri St. Child screaming, dogs, CR 3354 Medical assist 10-22: Brandon Lee Rich, lems with an officer. Point at fire station Female bitten elderly female possibly broke Emory. Parole violation, no 10-19: Emory N. Ravine St. by a dog, Point Rabe St. Intoxi- hip, CR 1150 Medical assist bond. Kids being very loud, Emory cated male causing problems, CR elderly female breathing prob- 10-23: Kevin Jeremy Bain, Oakleaf Trailer Park Male and 1425 Medical assist female with lems, Point S. 1st St. Issues with Point. Evading arrest detention female arguing and hitting a car, stomach pains, FM 2795 Assis- teenager fighting with mother and with a vehicle, $5,000 bond. Sky Point RV Park Disturbance tance requested for help with not wanting to go to school, FM Contributed photo 10-24: Darren Ray Southern, of loud music, CR 3370 Medi- juvenile daughter. 47 near FM 2324 Cow out, ET The Rains County Chamber of Commerce held it’s annual Gen- Athens. Unlicensed carry of cal assist female on the floor 10-21: CR 1320 Suspicious Mohawk Tr. Vehicle parked on weapon, $5,000 bond. eral Membership Meeting and Banquet on Tuesday, October 22 at who was just released from hos- pickup parked across from a resi- private property for three days, the Wildflower Special Event Venue. Business of the Year went to There were 7 arrests for the pital yesterday, Hwy. 276 and dence for 20 minutes, CR 1530 Emory Hwy. 69 and FM 515 week; 3 posted bonds and were Brookshire’s represented by Assistant Store Manager Alex Martin (l) FM 2737 Cows out, ET Garrett Cows and goats getting out due to Reckless driver, CR 1605 Vehicle and Produce Manager Larry Miller (r). Not pictured but also recog- released; 1 was released after Ave. Lift assistance, Point Smith an open gate, CBTX in Alba Bur- not stopping, finally stopped and nized were Shania Dillard as Volunteer of the Year and The Women’s time served. Cir. Medical assist female dizzy, glar alarm, FM 515 and FM 2795 driver arrested, CR 3381 and FM Service Club as Community Impact Non-profit organization. As of Friday, Oct. 25, there SO lobby Reference damaged Camper trailer on fire, FM 47 2795 Cows out, ET Old Mill Ln. were 2 females and 15 males in mailbox on CR 1495, Hwy. 69 at Building blocking road, CR 1308 Medical assist 2-year-old female custody. CBTX Burglar alarm, FM 3274 Welfare check requested by CPS fell and may have concussion, Calls Medical assist female passed on a child, Emory Lennon Dr. Emory Possible child abuse. 10-17: CR 4480 Medical out, Public service from Kelly’s Fake hundred dollar bill passed, 10-24: CR 2120 Lift assis- assist male possible heart attack, Corner Reference harassment, SO lobby Reference issues with tance for man with one leg, FM VETERANS Hwy. 19S and FM 2324 Cows Hogansville Wood County Bank a daughter, CR 1412 Reference 2081 and FM 514 Vehicle hit a Continued from page 1 out, Point 2nd St. Medical assist, Abandoned vehicle, FM 514 an assault, CR 4320 Vehicle ran cow, Rains Elementary School CR 1190 Lift assistance, CR Medical assist male with chest through a gate and licence plate Medical assist teacher sick, Rains parade officially commences and the veterans of Rains Coun- 4254 Medical assist female with pains, Emory at ambulance quar- left behind, Hwy. 276 and FM school bus Medical assist child at noon, followed by a picnic ty, there will be a live band abdominal pains, East Tawakoni ters Medical assist male with 2737 Cows out, Emory Hwy. 19S having seizure, CR 3150 Lift in which a program has been playing music. Don Spencer (ET) Egret Cir. Cows out, CR possible broken leg, ET Little- at trailer park Medical assist, CR assistance, Hwy. 276 and FM scheduled to honor 99-year-old will be hosting a Patriotic Pay- 2540 Burglar alarm, Emory field Dr. Property missing, Hwy. 3200 Suspicious male, SO lobby 2737 Cows out, SO lobby Refer- Doc Newberry and 100-year-old day, sponsoring $50.00 to the Welfare check on kids living on 276 Grass fire, SO lobby Refer- Reference threats being made. ence wanting to press charges on James South, both of whom are best decorated house. The EDC Wells St., Public service Refer- ence how to get new ID, SO 10-22: Hwy. 19N a Lake Fork three people. surviving World War II veter- will sponsor the Best Decorated ans. Business on the parade route, Along with the celebratory awarding $100 of advertising in ELECTION 2019 picnic honoring those veterans the Rains County Leader. Early voting continues in state, local balloting By CHUCK FITTS $600 million. Voting against the proposition would discontinue best interest. Rains County Leader staff amendment would keep the Gen- the bond funding. Early voting for the Novem- ACCIDENT eral Land Office or local entity Proposition 3 would amend ber 5 General Election continues Continued from page 1 Early voting continues responsible for the permanent the state constitution to authorize at the Rains County Courthouse through Friday, November 1, for school fund in charge of the fund temporary property tax exemp- Annex on Quitman St. in Emory. the SUV was taken by ambu- County Sheriff, Hunt County the Texas Constitutional Amend- and keep the maximum distribu- tion for areas that the governor Voting times are 8:00 a.m.-4:30 lance to Hopkins County and Sheriff, Point Police, Point VFD, ment Election to be held on tion amount at $300 million. declared as disaster areas, while p.m., Monday through Friday, was released later that day. East Tawakoni VFD, Emory November 5. Proposition 9 on the ballot opposing the amendment allows except for Thursday, October 31, Emergency services work- VFD and the Texas DPS. Also on the ballot for the allows voters to choose whether property reappraisals following voting will begin at 7:00 a.m. ing the scene included Kimble general election, residents of the to exempt precious metals held disasters but not tax exemptions. and run through 7:00 p.m. City of Point are voting on the in precious metal depositories Voting in favor of Proposition For a sample ballot of the legal sale of mixed beverages in from property taxation. A vote 5 would dedicate revenue from statewide election with a non- restaurants by food and beverage of “yes” would allow the legisla- the sales tax on sporting goods partisan Voters Guide, visit certificate holders only. ture to choose to exempt, while to parks, wildlife and historical VOTE411.org. Through the first week of a vote of “no” would continue to agencies, but voting against the In Texas, you are required to COUNTY permit taxation of precious met- proposition would allow the leg- bring a valid form of ID with early voting, 153 residents of Continued from page 1 Rains County have cast their als as property. islature to decide. you to the polls. There are seven votes in the general election. Voters have for consideration A vote of “yes” on Proposition forms of ID you can use: a sioners appointed the county Ranchettes on RS County Propositions 4, 7 and 9 are a total of 10 propositions to 6 would authorize the legislature Driver’s License, a US passport, treasurer as the county-wide Road 1310. receiving higher scrutiny by the amend the state constitution. to increase bonds for the Cancer a US military photo ID, a Texas records management office for • heard the monthly report from media. Proposition 4 is a consti- Those other propositions are Prevention and Research Insti- Personal Identification card, a Rains County. Road & Bridge Department. tutional amendment to prohibit outlined below. tute from $3 billion to $6 bil- photo US citizenship certificate, Also during the meeting, the Voting for Proposition 1 would lion, while a vote of “no” would or a Texas Election Identification The Rains County Commis- the state from levying an income court: sioners Court will hold a special tax on individuals. Voting for allow persons to hold more than keep the maximum amount of Certificate. • approved the resolution for one office as an appointed or the bond at $3 billion. If you do not have a photo ID meeting on Tuesday, November the amendment would add to the the Tire Collection Grant 5, at 10:00 a.m. in the courtroom Texas Constitution the prohibi- elected municipal judge in more If approved by voters, Propo- or cannot reasonably obtain one, than one municipality, but a vote sition 8 would create a Flood you may still vote upon signing • approved the sheriff’s office of the Rains County Courthouse tion of an income tax in Texas salary adjustments to discuss broadband initiative while voting against would leave against would allow a person to Infrastructure Fund, which the a form and presenting an original • adopted a contract with DIR with representatives from U.S. the language out. hold more than one appointed, Texas Water Development Board copy of your Voter Registration for election security assess- Congressman John Ratcliff’s If a resident votes in favor of but not elected, municipal judge- would use to provide financing Card, certified birth certificate, ship at the same time. for flood drainage, mitigation a current utility bill, bank state- ment office and Connected Nation. Proposition 7, the State Board The next regular meeting of of Education would be added In Proposition 2, voters can and control projects. ment, government check, or • authorized the securing of bid allow the Texas Water Develop- Voting for Proposition 10 paycheck with your name and packets for Depository Bid the commissioner’s court will to the list of entities able to be at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, transfer money from permanent ment Board to issue up to $200 would allow for the transfer of address on it. Process. million in bonds at any time for law enforcement animals, such For more information, visit November 7, in the courtroom of school funds to available school • approved a plat for Golden the Rains County Courthouse. funds and increase the maximum water supply and sewer service as a dog or horse, to the animal’s http://www.co.rains.tx.us/page/ amount that can be transferred to in areas defined as economically handler or another qualified rains.Elections or call 903-473- distressed. A vote against the caretaker if it is in the animal’s 5000, ext. 109.

TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY Emory Livestock Auction FISHING Protecting Your Pet from a Halloween Scare The following is a consolidated re- REPORT port of the Emory Livestock Auction Halloween is an exciting holi- mally. directly to a toxicologist about to the well-being of their furry Inc. auctions held: day marked by costumes, deco- “Most of the things we worry the pet’s specific case, should the friend. The Texas Parks and Wildlife rations and treats that set the about at Halloween are things pet need to go to a hospital.” “Families have to be very Department released the follow- spooky scene. While those fes- like candy (including chocolate), Even if the potentially poi- careful to limit exposure to haz- Tue., Oct. 22 Sat., Oct. 26 ing infor mation for Lake Fork tivities may ensure a fun evening, sugar-free gum, glow sticks, and soned pet is not exhibiting ards during the Halloween sea- 1194 Head 710 and Lake Tawakoni taken on they can also pose additional items they get into at Halloween symptoms, Rutter recommends son. All candy and food items 160 Sellers 127 Oct. 23: threats to your household pet. parties, like party foods, recre- seeking medical help. If you are have to be kept out of an ani- STEERS* LAKE FORK: Good. Water Dr. Christine Rutter, a clinical ational drugs and alcohol,” Rutter unsure of whether your pet has mal’s environment. Sometimes $85-210 Under 300 $80-180 stained; 75-78 degrees; 1.72' assistant professor at the Texas said. “Glow sticks aren’t actually ingested enough of a toxic sub- that means keeping candy in a $80-165 300-400 $80-165 low. Largemouth bass are fair A&M College of Veterinary toxic, but the fluid within them stance for harm to be done, an refrigerator, microwave or other $75-145 400-500 $75-145 on plastic worms, Alabama rigs, Medicine & Biomedical Scienc- is irritating and pets (especially expert should still be contacted closed space,” Rutter said. $70-135 Over 500 $70-125 and topwaters. Lunker fisherman es (CVM), speaks to the dangers cats) will drool and be very upset as soon as possible. “It’s also a good idea to keep continue to work around 8-15 of pet poisoning on this holiday if they open one.” “I wouldn’t recommend the pets confined during Hallow- HEIFERS* feet of depth and around points. and how to react if intoxication Rutter advises that pet own- ‘wait and see’ plan. With toxins, een parties and trick-or-treating $80-160 Under 300 $80-165 White and yellow bass are good does occur. ers who suspect their animal has limiting the animal’s absorption events. All of the new people, $75-125 300-400 $75-150 on Alabama Rigs. Crappie are “The clinical signs for intoxi- ingested a toxic substance seek of the toxin before the pet is strangers in costume at the door, $70-125 400-500 $70-135 fair on jigs and minnows in the cation are extremely varied,” medical advice as soon as pos- symptomatic is very important,” and access to tempting treats can $60-115 Over 500 $70-115 stumps or man-made structures. Rutter said. “Most intoxications sible. Rutter said. “If we can prevent be a recipe for anxiety, increased SLAUGHTER* Catfish are good on prepared will cause a sudden onset of “I recommend that owners problems before they happen, scavenging behavior and expo- $15-51 Packer cows $10-48 bait and cut bait especially in the signs, but these signs can range contact their veterinarian or the that’s going to be a lot more sure to toxins.” $55-75 Packer bulls $45-75 evenings. from subtle to severe. Altered ASPCA’s Animal Poison Control effective than trying to reverse Pet Talk is a service of the PAIRS LAKE TAWAKONI: Fair. behavior, clumsiness, vomiting, Center hotline for advice about clinical signs that are already College of Veterinary Medicine $900-1250 Top $900-1400 Water stained; 75-78 degrees; diarrhea, difficulty breathing and how to handle a potentially poi- present. Part of toxin manage- & Biomedical Sciences, Texas 1.42' low. Largemouth bass $500-900 Low/Middle $500-900 seizure are the most common soned pet,” Rutter said. “An addi- ment is minimizing the impact of A&M University. Stories can be are fair on spinnerbaits, plas- signs that I see in relation to pet tional benefit is that the ASPCA the toxin.” viewed on the web at vetmed. OTHERS* tic worms, and jigs. White bass poisonings.” Animal Poison Control Center It is imperative that pet own- tamu.edu/news/pet-talk. Sugges- $45-110 Stocker cows $45-100 and hybrid stripers are good on Halloween celebrations may hotline provides owners with a ers remember that foods that are tions for future topics may be $5-250 Calves (hd) $5-250 slabs, spoons, and Alabama rigs. introduce toxic foods and objects case number that their veterinar- harmless to them – chocolate, directed to [email protected]. $50-450 Horses (hd) $75-800 Crappie are fair on minnows into your home that your pet ian or a veterinary emergency sugar-free gum, party foods, and edu. $30-150 Goats/Sheep (hd) $20-250 under. Catfish are fair on stink- would not be exposed to nor- doctor can use to call and speak alcohol – pose a serious threat * per hundred lb. unless noted otherwise bait, worms, and chicken livers.