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VOLUME 130, NUMBER 18 FRIDAY, MAY 3, 2019 Armstrong County holds Public Jail Hearing
The Armstrong County Commissioners’ Court held a special session on Thursday, April 25th, to discuss the continuation or possible closing of the Armstrong County Jail. photo by Christiana Mustion BY CHRISTIANA MUSTION The hearing was erations; Michael Powers, around the state of Texas “It’s a complex decision it was clear no consensus he Armstrong Coun- opened with prayer and the 911 Coordinator for Pan- that currently do not have that we need to take our would be reached at this ty Commissioners’ Pledge of Allegiance. Then, handle Regional Planning; their own jail operations. time making,” said Com- time. Despite the strong Court held a public Judge Hugh Reed asked the and Gary Henderson, Law Commissioner Ensey em- missioner Ensey. “We not opinions, it was also clear T county commissioners and Enforcement Representa- phasized that although he only want to do what’s best that many residents were hearing on Thursday, April 25th, at 6:00 p.m. The hear- guests to give their opening tive for the Texas Associa- was undecided as to wheth- for the here and now but there to seek further infor- ing was to discuss the op- remarks. Over the course tion of Counties (TAC)--in er or not he felt operations also what’s best for future mation before establishing erations of the Armstrong of the hearing, a variety of attendance. One such doc- should continue at the Arm- generations of Armstrong their position. County Jail and/or its po- information was presented ument was compiled by strong County Jail, it was County residents.” The main concerns tential closing. Residents of in the form of handouts, Precinct 1 Commissioner, important for the residents Once the floor was voiced by those in atten- Armstrong County poured maps, and oral commentary Adam Ensey, which gave a to have access to facts re- opened up to the public, dance centered around fis- into the second story court- from the Armstrong Coun- comparative analysis of the garding what it would cost individuals came forward cal responsibility and pub- room of the Armstrong ty Sheriff, Fleta Barnett, current Armstrong County us to continue or poten- representing both sides of lic safety. Several residents County Courthouse both as well as the three consul- Jail operations and budget tially cease operations by the argument. There were directly asked Sheriff Bar- to listen and to make their tants—Shane Sowell, Chief versus the cost of opera- looking at how other coun- strong opinions on both nett what is cost tax payers opinions heard. Inspector of Texas Jail Op- tions of several counties ties without jails operate. sides of the argument, and see ARMSTRONG CO JAIL, PG 7 PAGE 2 THE CLAUDE NEWS FRIDAY, MAY 3, 2019 STAR Baseball End of Claude STUDENTS Season Wrap Up Sends BY SYDNEY KNOX came closer, the team real- WEEK OF STUDENT REPORTER ly started to bond and look Two to MAY 3, 2019 well together. They played As the Claude Mus- USPS 116-300 Established January 1, 1890 as a unit on the field and tangs baseball team’s sea- Periodicals Second-Class Postage have a lot to look forward son came to a close this State Paid at Claude, TX to in the years to come. week, it was very emotion- Armstrong County, Texas, The Mustangs ended al for a few of the senior Under the Act of Congress of March 3, 1879 their season with a 1-15 Track boys. The game against record in district, which is Published Weekly Except Christmas Week Nazareth on Monday did not exactly what they had Publishers - The Claude News, Christiana Mustion not end in the way they had Meet anticipated; however, they Editor - Christiana Mustion hoped. They still felt good BY MATTIE KATE LOVELL fought a good fight in ev- Advertising Director - Jimmy Mustion MAVERICK GARDNER about their season. Senior, STUDENT REPORTER ery game and never gave Postmaster, please send address changes to: Mrs. Hook’s, PreK Logan Campbell, stated, up. Each player grew as On April 26-27th, PO Box 778 He worked so hard in his “This season did not go the season went on and the the Claude Mustangs and 119 N Trice stations today. exactly as planned. While younger kids have a lot of Lady Stangs competed Claude, TX 79019-0778 I was very disappointed in potential. We should all be in the 1A Regional Track Phone: 806-226-4500 the way it ended, this sea- proud of the Mustangs for Meet in Levelland, Texas Email: [email protected] son was one of the bests. their hard work. The boys at South Plains College- We really came together as Website: claudenewstx.com would like to thank every- where they met both heart- a team and bonded better Armstrong County Subscription Rate - $30.00 Yr one that came out to sup- break and triumph. than any high school team Out-of-County, In Texas - $40.00 Yearly port them throughout their “I was sad to compete I have been on. I really en- Out-of-State - $45.00 Yearly sports this year and look for the last time,” senior joyed this season and I will Online Edition - $20.00 Yearly forward to seeing you next Mason Smith, who com- miss Mustangs baseball.” Single Copy Price - $1.00 year! peted in high jump, the As the end of their season VALERIA VEGA 4x100m relay, and the Mrs. Minkley’s, 2nd Gr Vote to re-elect 4x200m relay, said. “But MEMBER She was very good for I will always cherish the the sub. memories and the lessons I got out of this tough but JIM THOMPSON fun sport.” Panhandle Groundwater Conservation District However, athletes La- PRECINCT 6 nie Stapp and Mattie Kate • 25 years of experience on the PGCD Board Lovell are not finished yet. of Directors Lanie Stapp placed 1st in Long Jump, with the top • Lifetime resident of Armstrong County jump in the state, and 3rd • Understands protecting nature’s resource in the 100m dash, which of water is a balance of current and future earned her the wildcard XZAVIAN BOWERMAN needs versus supply position. Mattie Kate Mrs. Morris’, 3rd Gr • Invested as a Director for PGCD and as a Lovell placed 2nd in the He was following 3200m run, and 3rd in the 3rd Generation Armstrong County Farmer directions and being quiet 1600m run, which earned when no one else was. • Dedicated to helping others understand her the wildcard position water conservation to make sure there is as well. water for generations to come These girls will com- • Committed to serving and helping PGCD’s pete at the State Track mission statement “to develop, promote Meet in Austin, Texas May and implement water conservation, 10-11th, where they are augmentation and management strategies to sure to represent well. protect water resources for the benefit of the citizens, economy, and environment of the RAIDEN PARHAM District” Mrs. Britten’s, 5th Gr Saturday, May 4th – 7am to 7pm She was a leader in her group, even when every- Armstrong County Courthouse one else was not helping Vote to re-elect Jim Thompson much. PD POLITICAL ADVERTISING BY JIM THOMPSON FRIDAY, MAY 3, 2019 THE CLAUDE NEWS PAGE 3 Clean UP! Claude Welcome to the COMMUNITY CALENDAR COMMUNITY MEN’S PRAYER BREAKFAST - Sat. May 4th, 7:00 a.m., hosted by First Baptist May 6-31st Armstrong County Church BY HOWARD HEATH lowing locations from May CLAUDE CITYWIDE GARAGE SALE - Sat. CITY OF CLAUDE 6 – May 31. Museum Book May 4th, 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Maps will be located around town Spring is here, and life • Armstrong County SMALL BUSINESS WEEK - Sun. May 5th thru is in full bloom in Claude, Courthouse Signing Sat. May 11th, Celebrate a local small business by TX. As we look forward to • Armstrong County Ac- persistence has made this thanksing a shop owner and by always shopping local the spring and summer, we tivity Center SUBMITTED BY volume possible.” small businesses. are faced with new oppor- • Claude ISD (1151 MARTHA MATHEWS Marilyn remembers KICK-OFF EVENT FOR CLEAN UP CLAUDE tunities. Claude has had a and Cherry St. by the ARMSTRONG CO MUSEUM about the time when she EVENT - Mon. May 6th, 6:00 p.m., West Side of the Caprock Roundup cleanup Track) The public is cordially was a student at Claude Square, Come out and enjoy free food and fun as we previously, but this year we SPECIALTY invited to the Armstrong High School in the late prepare to start the Clean Up Claude Event are not doing this over just CONTAINERS County Museum Art Gal- 1950’s that Avis men- CLEAN UP CLAUDE EVENT - May 6th thru May a weekend or a week, this Specialty Containers lery on Saturday, May 18, tioned she had written a 31st, Citywide, Take Pride in our community by year this Clean UP! Claude for Tires and Metal and Ap- 2019, for a book signing book. Marilyn forgot Cleaning up Your Yard, House, & Neighborhood! event will run from May pliances will be available honoring Claude native, about the manuscript, de- MOTHER’S DAY - Sun. May 12th, ALL DAY, Let 6th through May 31st. from May 6 – May 31 Marilyn Nelson. Marilyn cades passed, Marilyn re- mom know how much you love and appreciate her! The success of this • Lot South of Johnny’s is the editor of the his- tired, and the manuscript COMMISSIONERS COURT - Mon. May 13th, event and what is accom- Hometown Foods torical novel, Whitehall, was found in the attic of 9:00 a.m., Armstrong County Courthouse plished is up to all of you, These are SPECIAL- which is the four genera- the house where Avis had CLAUDE CITY COUNCIL - Mon. May 13th, 5:30 our community leaders and TY CONTAINERS. All tional story of the Texas lived in Claude. Fast for- p.m., City Hall citizens that make Claude tires must be removed from Panhandle pioneer White- ward to 2019 and now KINDERGARTEN GRADUATION - Wed. May amazing and a special place their rims. hall family. Marilyn’s Marilyn and her husband, 22nd, 1:30 p.m., Claude High School Auditorium, for all who live and stop in Please ensure that mother, Avis Nelson, was Bob Perry, have published Everyone Welcome! our community. items placed in these con- the author of this fiction- the book, Whitehall. WEE SCHOOL GRADUATION - Wed. May 22nd, We will kick off this tainers are specific to what al work. Marilyn will be Even though White- 6:00 p.m., First Baptist Church. Come and celebrate event with a Community is posted on the containers. available to sign copies of hall is a fictional work, the our students’ achievements this year! Cook-Out sponsored by the the book at the Art Gallery TREES & TREE LIMBS story paints a vivid pic- CISD EARLY DISMISSAL - Thurs. May 23rd, City of Claude and Diver- from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on The City of Claude ture of both the hardships Claude Independent School District, Don’t forget to sified Waste Management, that day. Books will be Chipper site will be open and joys experienced by pickup your kids! and many other communi- available for the discount- daily from 9:00 a.m. until the early pioneers of Arm- CHS GRADUATION - Fri. May 24th, 7:00 p.m., ty partners. The cook out ed price of $10.00 at the 4:00 p.m. every day from strong County. The Arm- Claude High School Gym, Congrats Class of 2019! will be May 6, 2019 at 6:00 event. May 6 – May 31. ONLY strong County Museum LADIES’ SALAD LUNCHEON - Sat. Jun. 8th, p.m. and will be held on the Avis Christian Nel- Trees and limbs are to Board is pleased to host 11:30 a.m., UMC Family Life CEnter, hosted by west side of the square. So son (1902-1987) was the be dumped at the City of this event which helps the Claude UMC please come out and join us daughter of Armstrong Claude Chipper Site and Board fulfill its mission to CAPROCK ROUNDUP WEEKEND - Fri. & Sat. for this as we will have in- County pioneers, Jim and please unload all trees and “capture the rich heritage July 12th & 13th, Event times and locations TBA formation available to help Georgia Christian. Avis limbs as close as you can to of Armstrong County and you know where things are was an artist and lived in the pile that is there. celebrate it through cul- and what we hope to ac- Armstrong County most of So please, take advan- tural and educational ex- complish. her life. Two of her three tage of this opportunity to periences.” Please be our Here is some oth- children, Sharon McFar- continually improve our guests at the Armstrong er key information about land and Shirley Lovell, amazing community, and County Museum Art Gal- BIRTHDAYS & ANNIVERSARIES this event you will need to still live in Claude. In if you have any questions, lery on Saturday, May 18, May 4th May 7th know. 1965, she was the pres- please contact City Hall at 2 p.m.-4 p.m. for the book Crystal Hernandez Emmeri Elliott ident of The Armstrong HOUSEHOLD TRASH 806-226-3261 or stop by. signing as we honor the County Historical Associ- Vincent Spoon & DEBRIS Let’s keep making Claude work of Marilyn Nelson ation. That year the asso- M/M Dee Oles May 8th Extra Open Top Con- beautiful! and Bob Perry, the creativ- ciation published the book, Alicia Paden tainers will be at the fol- ity of Avis Nelson, and the A Collection of Memories, May 5th valuable legacy the pio- which has as its aim “to Niki Higgs May 9th neers of Armstrong Coun- recognize the 75th Anni- Annette Crowell Kaprece Wilson ty have bestowed upon us. versary of the organization Shere Blanton Roy Rutherford of Armstrong County. The Melissa Anderson Jean Burch years covered are from 1876 to 1965, even though May 6th May 10th the county was not orga- Logan Knox Crystal Miller nized until 1890.” This book was dedicated to Avis Tyler Newsted Christian Nelson “whose M/M Jimmy Mustion foresight, hard work and PAGE 4 THE CLAUDE NEWS FRIDAY, MAY 3, 2019 X 11mi MAP KEY CLAUDE X Single Family Sale Multi-Family Sale 1/4 mi Fundraiser Business X X X X X
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PAGE 6 THE CLAUDE NEWS FRIDAY, MAY 3, 2019 Sorghum Acres Expected to Decrease Despite Excellent Growing Conditions COLLEGE STATION lowing a USDA projection the dispute is resolved the but no reports of the pest in timber. Tornado recovery Corn and sorghum started – Sorghum acres are ex- of 1.6 million acres for the better.” sorghum fields. Most -sor in Cherokee County con- well, and producers hoped pected to decrease amid state. Trostle said the fact ghum in Central Texas has tinued. Cattle were in good to limit insect and disease excellent growing condi- Trostle said the 13 per- that nearly all the state, in- emerged, and High Plains condition. The cattle mar- damage. Cotton and soy- tions because of an ongoing cent projected decrease is cluding parts of the High sorghum plantings were ket improved. Fly numbers beans should be planted trade dispute, said a Texas related to the ongoing trade Plains that were experi- expected to begin in earnest continued to rise. Wild pigs soon. Cattle looked better A&M AgriLife Extension dispute with China. Tex- encing drought conditions, soon. were very active, and dam- each day with abundant Service expert. as has typically produced have a good, deep soil “This is one of those age reports increased. winter grasses to graze on. Dr. Calvin Trostle, around 25 percent of U.S. moisture profile bodes well one in eight years or one in SOUTH PLAINS: Calves were scouring a lit- AgriLife Extension agron- sorghum exported to Chi- for growers. He doesn’t 10 years that makes farm- Subsoil and topsoil mois- tle. Flies were beginning to omist, Lubbock, said the na, about $209 million an- want to jinx the 2019 grow- ers eager to get their sum- ture levels continued to stress livestock. Feral hogs U.S. Department of Agri- nually. ing season, but said condi- mer crop in the ground,” he be less than adequate due were active and damaging culture prospective plant- “Many Texas produc- tions look excellent so far. said. to minimal moisture fall, to many pastures and hay ings report estimated 1.35 ers are concerned that the Some producers are AgriLife Extension dry and windy conditions. meadows. million grain sorghum trade dispute could cut still hesitant to plant sor- district reporters compiled Some counties received WEST CENTRAL: acres to be planted in Tex- up to $1 per bushel off of ghum because of disastrous the following summaries: half an inch to 2 inches of Rainfall ranged from 1-6 as in 2019. Texas sorghum domestic prices,” he said. sugarcane aphid infesta- CENTRAL: Rainfall rainfall. Pastures, range- inches. Stock tanks were producers planted 1.55 “We send so much sor- tions in 2014 and 2015, totals were 3-7 inches in lands and winter wheat full. Some parts of the dis- million acres in 2018 fol- ghum to China, the sooner Trostle said. But he said many areas. Some flooding needed additional moisture. trict received hail damage. plant hybrids introduced in bottoms and fields was Producers continued with Spring planting continued. to combat the pest, earlier reported. Most corn and spring planting. Wheat Most oat and wheat pastures planting dates, proper crop vegetable crops continued was looking good. Cotton were grazed out or baled for monitoring, treatments and to struggle. Producers were planting was expected to hay. Weeds continued to be beneficial insects have mit- unable to plant cotton and start soon, and corn plant- abundant, requiring control igated much of the pest’s soybeans. Livestock were ing continued. Cattle were in most cases. Livestock impact since. in good condition. Corn in good condition. body conditions continued “Their impact has was growing rapidly due to to improve. Cattle demand been sporadic the last few timely showers. Nearly all PANHANDLE: Pro- continued to be strong with years,” he said. “Around 25 counties reported good soil ducers received rainfall. steady prices on stocker percent of Texas sorghum moisture. The vast majority Moisture allowed pivots steers, while stocker and acres are planted with sug- of counties reported good to shut off for a few days. feeder heifers, packer cows arcane aphid-tolerant vari- overall crop, rangeland and Winter wheat fields -im and feeder steers were $3 eties and growers are more pasture conditions. proved, and many fields higher per hundredweight. vigilant in their monitor- EAST: Thunderstorms reached flag-leaf stage. SOUTHEAST: Areas ing. That has reduced their continued to provide almost Corn planting has begun in received half an inch to impact to the point some optimal pasture and hay some counties. Cattle con- more than 3 inches of rain. producers believe we have field conditions in several ditions improved as green- Plant growth was good. them whipped. But pro- counties. Rainfall varied up continued. Some pastures were wet ducers still need to be wary from a quarter of an inch in NORTH: Counties re- while others were relative- because Mother Nature can Polk County to 5 inches in ported receiving 2-7 inches ly dry. Rangeland and pas- humble you.” Cherokee County. Pasture of rain. Soil moisture was ture ratings varied widely Trostle said sorghum and rangeland conditions adequate for most counties -- from excellent to poor plants in South Texas have were fair to good, with with a few reporting sur- -- with good being most reached at least the six-to- Marion and Panola counties plus moisture. More pre- common. seven leaf stage with some reporting mostly excellent cipitation was in the fore- SOUTHWEST: Rain fields flowering. Sugarcane conditions and Anderson cast. Pastures were full of was hit or miss with some aphids were noted in those and Tyler counties report- weeds, and producers were counties getting zero rain- fields with a few adults and ing poor conditions. Panola unable to get equipment fall and other areas receiv- newborns at low levels. County producers worked into fields to spray due to ing 2 inches of rain. Areas “That’s a dramatic to make an early harvest of wet soils. Wheat matu- with rainfall and warmer change,” he said. “Probably hay. Ponds were full, and ration was about 10 days nighttime temperatures over half the acres in South some flooding was reported behind normal. Cool-sea- were improving row crop Texas were recommended in Marion County. Subsoil sonal temperatures kept and pasture conditions. for spraying at this point in and topsoil conditions were warm-season grasses from Livestock were in fair con- 2014.” mostly adequate. Ander- growing. Pastures were full dition. Along the Coastal son County reported about of green winter forages, Bend, Trostle said sug- 70 percent of cotton fields but producers were hav- arcane aphids have been were underwater. Straight ing issues getting ryegrass scouted in Johnsongrass line winds downed some and wheat cut and cured. FRIDAY, MAY 3, 2019 THE CLAUDE NEWS PAGE 7 CHS Softball End of Season Armstrong County Jail CONTINUED FROM PG 1 Wrap Up to hold inmates in the jail. ters, 911 Coordinator, said have directly on the safe- Sheriff Barnett and Gary that emergency dispatch ty of those living in Arm- Henderson of TAC defin- could be relocated and al- strong County. itively answered that it though a space in the jail The public jail hearing cost $15 per day to feed has been retrofitted to run lasted over two hours. De- inmates but could not give the dispatch operations, it spite lots of back and forth a conclusive amount of is congested and is not as and the information pre- the total cost of operations efficient as it could be if it sented by the consultants, which could be attributed were a space that was de- no clear decision could be to each inmate. According signed with the use of mod- reached. Judge Hugh Reed to information provided ern technology in mind. and the Armstrong County by Henderson, Armstrong In regards to public Commissioners will con- County Jail housed a yearly safety, testimony provided tinue to work with Sheriff average of 1.9 inmates per by Shane Sowell, Chief In- Fleta Barnett and those em- day in 2018. Although the spector of Texas Jail Oper- ployed by the Armstrong cost of operations (outside ations, Armstrong County County Sheriff’s Office to of feeding the inmates) was Jail currently has twelve try and find the best -reso BY ALYSSA HIGGS Claude High School Lady Stangs place their hands on unclear, Sheriff Barnett variances in approved lution to this matter. Those STUDENT REPORTER their hearts during the singing of the national anthem. staunchly maintained that which allow it to meet cur- individuals with questions photo courtesy of Claude ISD The Claude 2019 soft- costs could not be signifi- rent jail standards and to be are encouraged to be a part ball team played several Rebecca Ellison, a se- looking forward to leading cantly reduced by closing considered a secure facility of their civic system by teams throughout their nior that is involved with the team with other next- down the jail as the histor- to hold inmates. However, calling their Precinct Com- season. While they didn’t several sports, including year seniors Amber Hand, ic building would still be as many of the inmates are missioner. advance out of district softball, was happy with Kiana Staine, and Angie utilized for 911 dispatch not themselves residents into the playoffs, they still the season. “I was kinda Stanghellini. and other services of the of Armstrong County it is played with heart. bummed about the way the The Claude varsity Armstrong County Sher- unclear how much of an The final record of the season turned out, but I still softball team will continue iff’s Office. Michael - Pe impact the jail operations varsity’s softball season had a blast this season.” to work hard. This season was. “Even though our sea- didn’t go to plan but next The Claude girls son didn’t go as well as year opens up the possi- played several AA division expected, I had the most bility to advance and grow teams in their district this memorable season. I will stronger together. The year. The team battled ev- miss playing with the se- Claude Lady Mustangs will ery game against these big- niors but can’t wait to be be looking to advance and ger schools, but it wasn’t a role model to all the girls better themselves in the fu- enough in order to advance. playing next year.” said ju- ture season. Sophomore Makenzie nior Millie Graham. She is Miller, Claude’s leading pitcher, was proud of the end of the season. Claude Armstrong County Landfill played three games in a tournament to wrap up dis- SUMMER Hours of Operation: trict and Miller was glad with how things turned out. March – September “I think the season started 1st & 3rd Saturdays off a little sketchy. We did Open 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. not play as a team, but the more we got to know each other, the better we played. PRICES (Check or Cash only) We ended up finishing the Pickup Truck...... $10 season with three games 15’ or Smaller Trailer...... $15 in a row, and I think those 16’ or Larger Trailer...... $20 were our best three games. We played for each other Dump Truck...... $30 and our hearts were big. Larger than Dump Truck...... $30+ We ended the season with a win, adding even more Trees and Tree Limbs memories to this year. It Pickup Truck $5 / Trailer $10 was a great way to end the season.” Dump Truck $15 PAGE 8 THE CLAUDE NEWS FRIDAY, MAY 3, 2019 6 Tips to Rally Your Community for National Small Business Week From creating jobs cial media. doesn’t just sell board to adding character to the games. It allows folks Give back Show you care — community to helping those to rent a game to play Did you know that 75 volunteer in need, small businesses in the store with their percent of small business- Investing in your like yours make a big im- friends. es donate a portion of their community isn’t just pact. So what can you do to profits to charity? If you’re the right thing to do. Partner up in continue to thrive? Here’s a food retailer, think about It’s a great way to give business how to rally your neigh- how you could donate the back to those who Taking the time bors and build support for food that didn’t sell to a support your busi- to connect with an- your brand for National shelter. If you run a brew- ness. Organize a team other business owner Small Business Week and ery, why not donate the of employees to vol- you’re a fan of — or beyond. spent grain to a bakery or unteer with you. Or even your competi- farm? In lieu of tips, give Attend a local event better yet, invite folks tors — is a great way customers the opportunity Want to meet mem- from the community to build awareness for to round up their purchases bers of your communi- to join you in sup- your company and ex- to the next dollar and use it ty and gain exposure for porting a good cause. pand your customer to help those in need. Plan a your business? March in For example, gather a base. For example, a free community cookout to a parade, rent a booth at a group to work in the salon could team up offer a cooking class or a experience thank people for support- street fair or participate in community garden, clean with a pet grooming busi- free seminar on knife skills. Mom-and-pop stores ing your business. Or host a sidewalk sale. With all up on Earth Day or pack ness to offer discounted People love to learn some- and business behemoths a day where proceeds from the block parties, farmers food for a local shelter. hair cuts for dogs. A bakery thing new, so feed their alike are pulling out all the each purchase are given to markets, running events, could serve locally roasted Make the most of your curiosity. Many business- stops to create immersive a local charity. art walks and festivals hap- coffee from the shop down space es also rent out their extra and interactive experienc- The following example pening year round, you’ll the street. A painting party Have extra space? Use space to local organizations es that stick with custom- illustrates how Love Your have plenty of opportu- business could offer wine it wisely by hosting an for meetings, fundraisers, ers and keep them coming Melon donates some of its nities to spread the word from a nearby vineyard. An event for the community. networking sessions, par- back. Create a scavenger profits to support the fight about your business. To ice cream shop could spon- A liquor store, for example, ties and other events. hunt that routes through against childhood cancer. get started, find community sor a local baseball team could host a wine tasting In addition to selling every local small business. events in your area. Set up and create special flavors A win-win situation event. A bike shop could fresh and healthy food, East Hire a massage therapist a tent, hand out swag, offer — Bases Loaded Brittle, Getting involved in offer a seminar on how to Side Food Co-op keeps for the day and offer cus- free samples, host a contest anyone? Or two businesses your community is an ex- change a flat tire. A fitness people engaged with class- tomers a bit of indulgence. or just introduce people to could drop each other’s fly- cellent way for you to meet center could host a moti- es like Wild Mushrooms Bring in a band to rock the your products and services. ers in customers’ shopping new people, help others and vational speaker or offer a 101. house and drum up new Then write about your at- bags to cross-promote and grow your business. The couch-to-5k training pro- Moon Palace Books business. Reach out to a tendance at the event to get get their brands in front of positive energy you put gram. A restaurant could brings the community to- local celebrity and ask even more exposure on so- a new audience. Partner- out into the universe will gether by inviting people them to stop by your busi- ships like these can yield not go unnoticed. People of all ages into the shop ness for a meet and greet. so many benefits, so don’t will remember you for all for a half-hour of stories Set up a photo booth, get a be shy. Reach out and net- the good you’ve done, the and songs shared by an vending machine that dis- work with other businesses information you’ve shared, award-winning local writ- penses your product, use a today. and the safe and friend- er and teaching artist. The smart fitting room, encour- In the example below, ly space you’ve provided business also hosts a Baby age people to design their Harpoon Brewery teamed them each and every day. Storytime with reading, own cocktail or just invite up with Dunkin’ Donuts to And they’ll be happy to dancing, singing and pup- them to stop in your shop release a special Summer support you during Nation- pets. to have some fun. For ex- Coffee Pale Ale and gar- al Small Business Week ample, The Game Chest Create a memorable nered significant attention. and in the years to come. 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SUBSCRIBE Sudoku NOW and Never Miss an Issue! MENU MON., MAY 6TH $30/year Breakfast: Waffle, in Armstrong Bacon, Fruit Juice, Fruit, & Milk County Lunch: Meatloaf, Roll, Contact us at: Okra, Mashed Potatoes, theclaudenews Strawberries, &Milk @gmail.com TUES., MAY 7TH or 226-4500 Breakfast: Cinnamon Roll*, Sausage, Fruit Juice, Fruit, ARMSTRONG COUNTY & Milk generated by http://www.opensky.ca/sudoku SHERIFF’S OFFICE PHONE: (806) 553-6933 Lunch: Meat & Cheese FAX: (806)553-2998 Chalupas, Salsa, P.O.BOX 531 CLAUDE, TEXAS 79019 Cucumbers, Refried Beans, Applesauce, Last Week’s NOTICE OF SHERIFF’S SALE & Milk Solution By virtue of a certain Execution issued by the clerk of the District Court of WED., MAY 8TH Swisher County, Texas on the 25th of January, 2018, in a certain cause num- Breakfast: Breakfast bered 07-15-00300-CV (B-12-15-13-05), wherein Amarillo-Panhandle Hu- Pizza, Fruit Juice, Fruit, mane Society, Inc., is Plaintiff, and Stephanie Moore is Defendant, in favor of & Milk said Plaintiff, for the sum of $17,926.54 Dollars, together with all cost of suit, that being the Judgement recovered by the said Plaintiff, on the July 8th, 2019. Lunch: Chicken Tenders, Biscuit, Gravy, I, Fleta Barnett, Sheriff of Armstrong County, Texas on the 29th day of April, Sweet Potato, Salad, 2019 at 15:30pm., have levied upon, and will on the 27th day of May, 2019 at Fruit, & Milk 10:00am on the Courthouse steps will proceed to sell for cash to the highest On the Square ( Goodnight & 287) bidder, all right title and interest of the Defendant in and to the following real THUR., MAY 9TH 806.402.1129 property, levied upon as the property of the Defendant, to-wit: Breakfast: Sausage, Lot 6 Blk 35 Goodnight, Claude TX Property Address is 712 Farrington St. Egg, & Cheese 0.161 acres Sandwich, Fruit Juice, Fruit, & Milk The above sale to be made by me to satisfy the above described judgement for $17,926.54 Dollars in favor of the Plaintiff, together with the cost of said suit Lunch: Pizza Choice, and the proceeds applied to the satisfaction thereof. Carrot Coins, Salad, Apple, & Milk Witness my Hand this the 29th day of April, 2019 Fleta Barnett, Sheriff FRI., MAY 10TH Armstrong County, Texas Breakfast: Biscuits & Gravy, Scrambled Eggs, Fruit Juice, Fruit, & Milk Lunch: Tangerine Chicken, Mac & Cheese, Green Beans, Cucumbers, Orange Smiles, & Milk *Substitute Item will be Served to PreK PAGE 10 THE CLAUDE NEWS FRIDAY, MAY 3, 2019
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air and mineral rights. Pur- FOR SALE / LEASE chase: $1,500 / acre or best offer. Seller will con- FARMLAND NEAR sider owner financing for CLAUDE FOR SALE 20 years at 5% interest OR LEASE Beautiful par- with approved credit and cel of 326.3 acres of dry $50,000 down payment. farmland is newly available Lease: 5-year cash lease for sale or lease. 242.2 of beginning July 2019. Of- the acres are farmable. LO- fers should be submitted CATION: From Claude, in writing to: White Deer go West on FM1151 W/ Farms, LLC, 2606 Wood- Orient St. Follow FM1151 side Circle, McKinney, TX West for 8.1 mi. Go South 75072. In addition to the on County Rd 8 for 4.3 mi. offer details such as pro- Google Map coordinates: posed sales (or lease) price 35.04198N, 101.51043W and proposed financing op- Legal Description from tion, please include name, Armstrong CAD: AB 1388 address, phone, and email BLK B4 SUR 266 H AND address, your primary oc- GN. The owner will con- cupation, and years of cur- sider both purchase and rent farming experience. lease offers. Seller reserves Do not contact me with un- FRIDAY, MAY 3, 2019 THE CLAUDE NEWS PAGE 11
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