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Vol. 93, No. 27 Thursday, July 4, 2019 Twelve Pages $1.00 Keep Friona Clean Roll-off box to open up for waste items

The City will open up the roll-off box this Saturday, July Alleys

Yard Parking 6th from 10:00am – 3:00pm. Please come by to dump those items that don’t belong in your dumpster and do your part to Keep Friona Clean help Keep Friona Clean! The roll-off box is located without liquids), electron- at East 8th and South Jack- ics and appliances, drums/ son Ave. It is a free service barrels, brick, wood and con- provided to Friona residents. crete, railroad ties. Items not Examples of items not al- accepted in the roll-off box lowed in dumpsters includes: are tires, oil and tree limbs. To Earth, Wind, & Fire steel and metal, mattresses dispose of these items, please and furniture, refrigerators/ contact the City office at 806- AC units, paint cans (with or 250-2761.

The Texas Panhandle has always had its share of unique sunsets. This photo was taken last week when a wind storm arrived as the sun was going down. Photo by Clint Mears

Commissioners approve bonds for new employees

The Parmer County Commissioners May. The Commissioners also reviewed for $9,000 of its Permanent School Funds Court met in regular session on Thursday, and approved the Treasurer’s Report. was approved. June 27th at 10:00 a.m. in the County Court- A discussion of the county’s poll books Sheriff Randy Geries informed the Court Summer Drama kicks off next week room of the Parmer County Courthouse in included Awnya Sanchez who is the that was currently housing 19 inmates in The 50th Season of Summer Drama Workshop is about to be- Farwell, Texas. The meeting began with County Voter Registrar. Since the Court is the Parmer County Law Enforcement Cen- gin! High school kids will start rehearsal on Scappino on Sun- prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance to the examining the possibility of purchasing ter and that he had just recently hired a day, July 7, at 7:00 pm under the direction of Erika Montana. The American Flag and the Texas Flag. new voting equipment, an a examination new deputy. junior high kids will begin rehearsal on Law and Order: Fairy The meeting was rescheduled to Thurs- of current voting procedures was deemed Tale Unit- Episode 2 on July 8 at 1:30 pm under the direction day to allow for the attendance of funeral necessary. No action was taken. All meetings are open to the public. The of Joy Morton. The elementary kids will begin rehearsal on The services on Monday of Parmer County In other business, Commissioners ap- Commissioners Court reserves the right Adventures of a Comic Book Artist on July 8 at 9:00 am under employee Chad Jennings, who worked for proved bonds for new Deputy County to go into Executive session at any time. the direction of Allison Johnston. The cost for the 2 week camp Precinct 4 Commissioner Casey Russell. Clerk, Breann Saenz of Muleshoe, and new Go to parmercounty.org to find meeting is still only $25.00 per person. We cannot wait to see you all next The Minutes from the previous meet- Deputy County Treasurer, Lucy Martinez agendas. Information in this article is only week!! It is going to be the best one yet!! Former SDW partici- ing were read and approved. Approval was of Bovina. Approval was given to run a nat- a summary. Any questions concerning pants, don’t forget to send us your memories! Questions? Call given for payment of the accounts payables ural gas line under a county road in Pre- specific actions should be directed to the Allison Johnston 806-220-1610. as presented by County Treasurer Sharon cinct 3. Also, a request from Lazbuddie ISD Court.

Girls State Attendees and Sponsors Boys State Attendees and Sponsors

Shelby Rhodes, Mariah Piña, Marisol Rodriguez, Elida Villarreal, Mariana Dee Willard, Drew Montana, Richard Villarreal, Kyle Shipp, Gaylon Rivera, Sharon White. Story on Page 9. Rhodes, Teddy White, Billy Smith. Story on Page 9.

Girls & Boys State Town Talk Church Page Small Town Cookin’ Happy 4th of July Page 9 Page 3 Page 5 Page 8 Thursday, July 4, 2019 PAGE 2 Fine Arts in Friona celebrates 50 years… Flashback: Forty Years of Fine Arts in Friona Community Calendar The first Friona Fine Arts Commit- Send Calendar information to: tee, which had been appointed by the Friona Chamber of Commerce, met [email protected] in the spring of 1970. Members of the call (806) 250-2211 or fax (806) 250-5127 committee, Steve and Narcia Messen- ger, Hollis Horton, Mary Bavousett, July 4 Deke Kendrick and Wendell Gresham, met in Steve Messenger’s office. The -Independence Day! purpose of the meeting was to pro- vide summer activities for the youth July 5 of Friona. After much discussion, Hol- -Snack Pack Fridays at Methodist Church lis Horton suggested that Don E. (Del) (north entrance) at 10:00- 10:30 a.m. Lewis, a 1955 graduate of Friona High School, might teach theater and musi- cal drama. At that time, Del’s mother, July 11 Tom Lewis, worked in the Messenger -Parmer County Area AA meeting at the Friona office and Steve Messenger agreed to Methodist Church (north entrance) at 7 p.m. ask Tom to contact Del, who was then appearing on the New York stage. He accepted and agreed to create a pro- July 12 gram that would include classes for -Snack Pack Fridays at Methodist Church children, teenagers and adults. In a (north entrance) at 10:00- 10:30 a.m. letter addressed to Nancy Edelmon, Del agreed to conduct a two-week course. Plans were for the workshop to July 13 include adults and teenagers 13 years Del Lewis and Gary Mingus -PMC free pre-natal classes 9-10 a.m. of age and older with auditions for a limited number of younger parts. An any cultural function; (2) to coordinate Some of the past accompanists and July 15 article from the “Amarillo Daily News” cultural activities; (3) to sponsor cul- musical assistants included Gary Min- dated June 4, 1970 proclaimed, “Actor tural activities in the school system un- gus, Kathryn Horton Gurley, PattiJon - Night Under the Stars 8 p.m. - 10 p.m. Working Off Broadway—Way Off”. der the supervision of the administra- Talley Bates, Rex Talley, Lisa Edelmon The first drama workshop was from tion and to help with existing cultural Veggeberg, Eva Miller, Sarah Alex- July 16 June 3-June 18, 1970 concluding with programs; (4) to cooperate with exist- ander Owen, Deke Kendrick, Sherri -Free Pool Swim Day 1 p.m. – 10 p.m. an afternoon presentation of “Tom ing organizations in cultural projects Taylor, Brent Hinkle, Jo Whitten, and Sawyer” advertised as being particu- initiated by those organizations; (5) to Johnnie Walters. In the 2009 Summer larly interesting to the younger people. promote new programs and projects in Workshop presentation of “The Mad July 17 A combination musical and dramatic the field of Fine Arts. Woman of Chaillot”, Kallie and Mat- - Farmers Market Crafts 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. show took place later in the evening. It According to available council min- thew Ratliff, grandchildren of Hollis - Movies in the Park 8:30 p.m. – 10 p.m. featured excerpts from “My Fair Lady,” utes, the council members were in- and Lunelle, accompanied the cast on “Hello Dolly,” “Fantastics,” “Romeo volved in various activities in addition violin. and Juliet” and others. Del Lewis pro- to the summer drama workshops par- In the 2009 Summer Drama Work- July 18 duced Summer Drama Workshops in ticularly art shows during Maize Days. shop, there were more than 80 young -Friona Noon Lions Club meeting Friona for several years. The last pre- By 1984 the primary purpose of the people involved in the latest Friona at noon at Headquarters. sentation he directed was in August of council had become the sponsorship Fine Arts Council productions. In a -Parmer County Area AA meeting at the Friona 1983. of the summer drama workshop. Phil- letter dated September 25, 1977, the Because of the success of the activi- lip Duggins and Lou-Ida Marsh were original intent of the fine arts council Methodist Church (north entrance) at 7 p.m. ties initiated in the summer of 1970, the directors. The 1985 council min- was stated in a letter from Nancy Edel- - Video Game Challenge 7 p.m.- 10 p.m. the Friona Fine Arts Council, Inc. was utes mention that Phillip had agreed mon to Del Lewis. It was—“providing a - Adult Softball Tournament 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. organized in a meeting on Novem- to take children younger than ten thus different drama approach than is avail- ber 3, 1970. A Board of Directors was expanding the opportunity for young- able during the school year and letting er children. each participant ‘shine’ for a few min- July 19 formed with Narcia Messenger as Pres- ident, Richard Collard, Vice President, Joy Morton, Friona ISD’s long time utes.” It is evident that the production -Snack Pack Fridays at Methodist Church Deke Kendrick, Secretary, and Billy teacher/drama coach, was mentioned staff continues to focus on this intent (north entrance) at 10:00- 10:30 a.m. Jones, Treasurer. as early as 1973 as being the school’s even with 54 K-5 children. -Live Music in the Park The following purposes of the council representative on the council. In 1983 In another correspondence dated -Motorcycle/ Classic Car Drag were listed. They were: (1) to publicize she was President of the council and May 15, 1977 to Phil Weyland from Tom has continued to be involved in the Jarboe, fine arts club president, the -Adult Softball Tournament summer drama workshop. A 1998 stated purpose was “to encourage and from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Friona Star article written by Ms. Mor- train Friona’s youth and adults in the- ton designates the three age groups atrical arts and to provide the opportu- July 20 served: K-5, junior high, and high nity for others to view the live theater.” school. She directed the high school Current participants include a second - Cheeseburger Festival production in 2008 and 2009. She has generation of youth to gain from this ««« even been known to appear in the cast. stated purpose. It has also become a She played “Joy” in the junior high tradition for many out of town relatives production in 2009. to participate in the summer drama Some of the past directors included workshop; therefore, many youth and Ricky Telg, Michael Griffin, Leslee adults have received valuable services Floyd, Brenda Beebe, Tal Lostracco, since that first Friona Fine Arts Com- Friona Star Subscriptions Phil Weyland, Kayla Wyly, Lory Wyly, mittee met in 1970. Community orga- In Parmer County: $30 per year Katherine Thompson, Erika Montana nizations and individuals continue to and Sara Widner. Allison Johnston, support the Friona Fine Arts Council Out of Parmer County: $40 per year director of the 2009 K-5 production, as they supplement the tuition paid by also played the piano and directed the summer drama attendees. eStar (emailed): $24 per year the younger group during the 1990s. This story is can be found in Parmer Recent graduates Kathleen Wyly and County History: Volume 3 “XIT Ranch Call 806-250-2211 for more information Victor Parra directed the junior high to XXI Century” which was published Joy Morton group in the 2009 production. in 2010.

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Congratulations to Mike frionatx.us. For questions, and volunteers are needed. Movies in the Park 8:30 ««« ribs Day, National Caesar and Betty Lamb as they cel- please call (806) 250-2761. Contact the Friona Cham- p.m. – 10 p.m. The 47th Annual Naz- Salad Day ebrate their 50th wedding ««« ber of Commerce & Ag at July 18 : Video Game Chal- ereth German Festival and July 5: National Graham anniversary! The Friends of the Library 806-250-3491 if you have lenge 7 p.m.- 10 p.m. Suds & Sound will held on Cracker Day, National Ha- ««« Book Shoppe, located at questions or wish to partici- Adult Softball Tourna- Saturday, July 13, 2019 in waii Day Path to the Plate Program 119 West 6th, will be open pate. ment 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Nazareth, Texas. Tickets are July 6: National Fried for 4-H members. We will Thursday, July 4th from ««« July 19 : Live Music in the $12 each and includes a free Chicken Day be touring Hi-Pro Feeds and 10-12. The Friends of the The 4th of July Small Town Park German Sausage Meal. If July 7: National Father the Coursey Family Farm Library Book Shoppe have Parade line up will be at 8:15 Motorcycle/ Classic Car you have questions, con- Daughter Take a Walk Day, (Milk Goat Operation). lots of really nice new dona- a.m. and parade will start at Drag tact Dana Kleman at 806- National Strawberry Sun- SPACE IS LIMITED!!! RSVP tions, including some audio 8:30 a.m. at 1606 W. 10th Adult Softball Tourna- 647-7514 or Lesly Annen at dae Day, National Macaroni deadline is July 8th. Call the books. Go check them out!! street. Everyone welcome ment 817-975-2150. More info is Day. extension office at 806-251- ««« and also get free ice cream!! July 20: “Bun” Run and on Facebook: Nazareth Ger- July 8: National Chocolate 5120 to reserve your spot. The 50th season of the ««« Walk 7 a.m. – 9 a.m. man Fest/Suds & Sounds, with Almonds Day ««« Friona Fine Arts Council’s Cheeseburger Festival Water Polo 4 p.m. – 5 p.m. Instagram: nazermanfest, July 9: National Sugar The roll-off box will be Summer Drama Workshop Weekly Celebration: Cheeseburger Cook-Off 4 and Snapchat: naz.german- Cookie Day open this Saturday, July 6th, will begin on Monday, July July 15: Night Under the p.m. – 8 p.m. fest. July 10: National Pina Co- 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Keep Friona 8, for elementary and junior Stars 8 p.m.- 10 p.m. Motorcycle/ Classic Car ««« lada Day clean! high students in the Friona July 16: Free Pool Swim Rally 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. National Days: ««« ««« High School Auditorium. Day 1 p.m. – 10 p.m. Adult Softball Tourna- July 4: Independence Day, - Grow through what you The Friona Senior Citi- The elementary show will July 17: Farmers Market ment 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. National Barbecued Spare- go through. zens Organization is looking rehearse from 9:00 a.m. – Crafts 7 p.m. – 9 p.m. Fireworks Show at Dusk for help. Call Susan Gonza- 12:00 p.m. Monday through les at 806-626-8602 or call Friday for two weeks. The the Friona Senior Citizens junior high show will re- Organizations office on hearse from 1:30 p.m. – 4:30 Monday or Thursday from p.m. Monday through Fri- 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at 806- day. The high school actors 250-3645. will kick things off on Sun- July 5, 2018 This was after the firemen north side of Hwy 60. The driven by Mr. King. The two ««« day, July 7, at 7:00 pm in the We are halfway through volunteered to shoot the job is expected to take four trucks were said to have The FHS Class of 1969 will Friona High School Audito- the year and 2018 is now on fireworks at Reeve Lake that months or longer. collided at highway speeds have a fifty-year reunion at rium. They will rehearse in record as the second driest same night. We appreciate scattering debris over hun- the Holiday Inn West in Am- the evenings from 7:00 pm January-June period of the our first responders. July 12, 2012 dreds of yards of the road- arillo on August 17. There is – 10:00 pm. The cost will be last decade. Weather guru After 19 years, librarian way. According to the Per- an article with more details $25.00 per participant. John Gurley reports that as July 3, 2014 Brenda Patterson has re- ryton Herald report the cab in the Star this week. Con- ««« of June 30th, Friona has offi- Main Street and Hwy. signed to pursue a new ca- of King’s truck “exploded tact Phyllis Renner Mur- The Friona City Pool is cially received 3.42 inches of 60 turned into a miniature reer as a clinic receptionist apart at impact, the diesel phree at phyllismurphree@ offering swimming lessons, rain for the year. The only six Reeve Lake during the re- at Boys Ranch. The Friends engine ripped completely gmail.com or Connie Sla- water aerobics, and pool month span with less rain- cent rains. There were re- of the Library hosted a fare- out by the force of the col- gle at frionabookshoppe@ party rentals. They will be fall to begin the year was in ports of at least one unlucky well Hawaiian themed re- lision .” King’s truck was in gmail.com for more infor- open Tuesdays- Saturday 2011 when only 1.76 inches motorist taking an unex- ception for Brenda Tuesday. its lane at impact and when mation. and their regular hours are 1 was recorded. So far, 2011 pected plunge in the deep the truck came to rest af- ««« p.m. - 5 p.m., swimming les- was also the driest year of water. A TxDOT contractor July 8, 2010 terwards. According to DPS The 11th Annual Pudge sons from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., the decade. On the opposite crew has been busy grind- D.T. King, 77, of Friona, Trooper Rick Martinez, the Kendrick Memorial Golf and party/ water aerobics end of the gauge, 2015 had a ing away on the south side was the driver of a semi in- skid marks were about 50- Tournament will be July hours 6 p.m. – 7 p.m. total of 15.70 inches by the of Hwy 60 from Washington volved in a head-on colli- feet long so the driver had 27-28 at John Pitman Golf ««« end of June and last year we to Summit in preparation sion 21 miles south of Per- very little time to respond. Course in Hereford. Signup This year’s Cheeseburger had recorded 9.11 inches at to pour concrete on that ryton on Highway 70 last “Maybe half a second,” he is now open at the Pro Shop Festival will be an indoor/ this same time. For the year stretch of highway. The in- Wednesday June 30. Accord- said. The southbound tank- in Hereford. outdoor, afternoon/evening 2018 we have received mea- tersection of Hwy 60 and ing to DPS reports and the er truck was destroyed also. ««« event (from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 surable precipitation on 17 Main, plus restricted access Perryton Herald newspaper, The trailer snapped off and It’s time for Cheeseburger p.m.) at Reeve Lake /Friona of the 181 days. No moisture to Euclid and Cleveland a south bound tanker truck rolled to rest about 25 yards Festival cook team signups! Community Center with was recorded in January and have caused folks to find veered out of its lane when it from the truck. Neither of You may find rules and reg- celebration in some shape May had the most rain with alternate creative routes to first entered the curve at the the trucks were loaded. Both istration forms at the Friona or form for the WHOLE 1.24 inches recorded. The move about town. After the 21 - mile corner. It slammed drivers were transported Chamber of Commerce of- WEEK prior! Stay tuned for largest rainfall amount was south side is finished the into the left front section of by helicopter to Amarillo’s fice on Main Street or online a list of events that will kick .66 inches on June 9th. On a workers will move to the the north bound cattle truck Northwest Texas Hospital. at friona-chamber.com. The off on Monday, July 15th more positive note, we have first 20 (paid) teams will be and end with a bang on Sat- received good rains in July able to compete, and entry urday, July 20th. On July 20, and August the past 5 years. is non-refundable. So far the Cheeseburger Festival there are 10 teams that have will take place and will fin- July 7, 2016 signed up and there is room ish off with a firework dis- Many thanks to our vol- for other vendors!!! play at dusk. Donations for unteer firemen who contin- ««« fireworks can be made at ue to serve the community. The Friona Public Library the chamber office! Thursday June 30 firemen is currently accepting ap- ««« and EMS were dispatched plications for their Library The 4th Annual Friona to a grass fire that was close Director. Those interested Kidz Building Camp is to a house at FM1172 and in applying for the Friona scheduled for July 9-13 at FM2397. This happened Public Library Director job 603 W. 15th in Friona (Boy right in the middle of the must complete an employee Scout Hut). The camp will firemen’s family dinner application, provide a cover be held each evening from at the fire station. Sunday letter and resume before the 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and night July 3 several fire- July 26,2019 deadline. The there will be a sleep over men responded to a wind City’s recruitment brochure on the night of the 12th fol- damage call at the Cotton- and application are accessi- lowed by a breakfast on the wood Apartments. Wind ble online at: https://www. morning of the 13th. The knocked off portions of the cityoffriona.com/library or age range for participants is apartment roof where the can be picked up at Friona 5 years old to 12 years old. gas lines were. They had City Hall. The application There is no cost to attend to evacuate several apart- and all required supporting the camp. Tools and materi- ments. Monday at 11:00 p.m. documents must be mailed, als will be provided to all of fire and EMS were paged to emailed, or delivered in per- the participants. The event the 400 block of Prospect for son to Friona City Hall at the will feature creativity, food, a gas line leak. Someone ran below address. Applications music, fun, and games. The into a pole and broke a gas can be emailed to cityinfo@ camp is free to the public line. It was a hit and run. Friona Star, Page 4 [email protected] Thursday, July 4, 2019

Happy Birthday Friona Folks! July 3 July 7 Alan Mowery Linda Smith Jan Reeve Kemal Tongate Warranty deeds as reported by the County Clerk’s Office Booney Gonzales Noel White from the week of June 13, 2019 through June 20, 2019. Cyle Lookingbill Jaclyn Peace Megan Evans David Gowens Friona Golf Club LLC.- Tyler Rentals LLC, 2 Tc In Nw/4 & N/2 Phil Johnson Fermin Reyes N/2 Se/4 Sec. 1 T3s R3e Leag. 471 & 484 Ruben Vazquez Suzanne Wood Jinee Parr- George Kirkland Frye and Annette Patricia Frye, A Matthew Riethmayer 222.619 Ac E Sec 20 T1n R5e Capital Synd Div July 4 Carla Moser July 8 Linda Comer- Coleman Young and Melissa Young, L10, 11, 12, Rashel Sifford Nathan Terry B43 Oto Farwell Casey Kendrick Greg Steen Jaime Cigarroa, Amy Cigarroa, Jaime Cigarroa- Monica Trevino Myrna Hill Tyler Talley and Maribel Banderas, L14 B4 Lakeside Add Stephanie Roden Matthew Maberry Stephanie Tristan Faircloth – Carl Kirkland, Rhonda Kirkland, Joe Saiz Teresa McCoy and Brandon Kirkland, L13 L14 & 15 B43 Oto Farwell Carrie (Cox) Zinck Texas Weekly Fuel George Frye- Friona Industries LP, 129.54 Ac More W 320 ac Sec July 5 Yvonne Lucero 31 t-1-n R-5-e Capital Sub Joy Osborn Timmy Lee Kirk- Charles Michael Kirk, Lot 4 N 32 Ft Lot 5 B8 Joe Osborn July 9 Update and Outlook McMillian Ferguson add Cynthia Gonzales Christeene Mann Texas gas prices have risen in the last week, averaging Shelby Lewellen Timothy Clark Olen Cole – Florine Coburn, E95’ k2-32 B13 Oto Farwell 5.2 cents in the past week, av- $2.71 per gallon. The national Jo Igo Megan Stone Efren Sr. Arzate and Darla Bracken – Rex Bracken, L4 10 ft L5 B32 Kyle Mars eraging $2.42 per gallon, ac- average is down 10.5 cents per Vol. 421 July 6 Abraham Soto cording to GasBuddy’s daily gallon from a month ago and Jacob D. Howard and Emily Lynette Howard- Micah M. Grissom Max Jones survey of 13,114 stations. Gas stands 13.8 cents per gallon and Ashely M. Grissom, The Tract Of Land in State Line Cap. L 549 Krita Potts July 10 prices in Texas are 7.9 cents lower than a year ago. Michael Read and traci Read- Joshua K. Jones and Carmen K. Terry Copley Melody Drake per gallon lower than a month “For the first time in nearly Jones, L2 B9 Ironwood Estates U No. Two Sec. 49 BA M’Kell (Jarecki) Jeter Lance Gatlin ago and are 23.0 cents per gal- two months, the nation’s aver- Vicky Von Nothdurft - Diversified IRA LLCL8 N/2 Of L7 Blk 8 Alex Dunnam Elizabeth McLellan lon lower than a year ago. age price of gasoline has seen Stanley Add Deidre Ferguson Phillip White According to GasBuddy a weekly increase. Of course, Phoebe Kemple Lavon Reeve Maria De Jesus Walker- Freddie Gene Walker, All L7 Blk 69 Oto price reports, the cheapest most motorists suspected Valerie Izaguirre Rex Hefner Friona Dominick S. Rocha station in Texas is priced at prices would rise ahead of July Caryn Gayle Leochner – Christopher Darin Bass and Crista Charlie Pool $2.09 while the most expen- 4, but it’s not the holiday that Wynelle Bass, Tract L N/Half Sec 48 B Y Wd& Fw Johnson Sub. Bai- sive is $3.27 per gallon. The should be pointed at. Motor- ley 112.27 Ac 46 Ac Out Nw Q Sec 48 B y Wd&Fw Parmer 158.27 Ac To have your birthdays listed in the cheapest price in the entire ists can blame escalating ten- Land More or Less newspaper, email them to country today stands at $1.97 sions between the U.S. and Abe Jr. Mallouf and Lynda Buchanan – Colton John Hill and Mi- [email protected] while the most expensive is Iran for higher oil prices, de- chelle Wauson Hill, 10.10 Ac S/w .25 Sec 98 B4 Sub 10.10 Ac Lat or call @806.250.2211 $4.99 per gallon. clining inventories and even 34.345869 Long 102.613239 Cr 25 S 638 Ft Head W 943.46 Ft Cr 25 The national average price a potential U.S./China trade Parmer 294.64 Ft N Comp. 10. 10 ac of gasoline has risen 4.6 cents deal,” said Patrick DeHaan, Carolyn Mae Stancell – Carolyn Mae Stancell, Ne/4 sec. 47 BZ head of petroleum analysis for W.D & F.W Johnson Sub. Bailey & Parmer GasBuddy. “While gas prices this July 4 are nearly guaran- teed to be slightly under last year’s level, we will continue to close that gap as prices are Reported by the Parmer County Sheriff’s Office: likely to continue rising, espe- Randy Geries, Sheriff cially as several states slapped those traveling for the holiday 6/28/19- Jesus Soto, 32, of Roswell was arrested by DPS for pos- with higher gasoline taxes. session of marijuana < 2 oz. Pending County Court. The second half of the sum- 6/29/19- Lorenzo Calderon, 56, of Hereford was arrested by Fri- mer may end up being pricier ona Police Department for DWLI. Pending County Court. than the first half, especially if 6/29/19- Raymundo Vazquez, 30, of Friona was arrested by DPS the U.S. and China can get ba- for DWI. Pending County Court. sically any trade deal in place 6/30/19- Jose Chingo, 25, of Friona was arrested by the Friona and/or tensions continue to Police Department for DWI. Pending County Court. remain high between the U.S. 6/30/19- Brayden Eudy, 19, of Friona was arrested by the Friona and Iran. And not to forget Police Department for reckless driving. Pending County Court. hurricane season’s peak in the second half, it may get ugly at the pump.” GasBuddy is available on all mobile platforms. The app and website have the most accurate and real-time fuel prices at over 140,000 unique stations in the United States, and is the most comprehen- sive money-saving compan- ion while on the road. For more information, visit www. gasbuddy.com

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Se Habla Español Thursday, July 4, 2019 [email protected] Friona Star, Page 5 Panhandle Parables Send your church news to the Life of a Firework By Jeff Procter, Minister, 6th Street Church of Christ [email protected] Pow! …I was so tempted you are a mist that appears to let my article stop at the for a little time and then first word, but feared giving vanishes.” (ESV) Happy Independence Day! up that much article space. What is your life? Com- First let me say I am pared to eternity it is but a By Teena Hughs proud to be an American mist, a flash in the night, a citizen from the great state mere moment in time. BUT Thanks to God, we live in the greatest country on Earth!!! of Texas, a resident on the it is yours! We each are living Thanks to God, we enjoy freedoms that some only dream of. high plains of the Texas our moment. How are you Thanks to God, we have a Bible and Constitution that have with- Panhandle in the western doing? Some will be longer stood untold tests and are still our foundation and truth that we county of Parmer from the than others, some will be depend on today! community of Friona sit- louder than others, some Even though I will never understand it, there are some who ting in the back of my pick- will be brighter than oth- Front Row L-R: Taylor Prather, Jera Scott, Elaina Proct- do not love our God and our country. They do not like the way up watching a wonderful ers, but all are lived. A fire- er, Dakota Prather Back Row L-R: David Struthers, God designed our country; they do not like the freedoms we enjoy, and they desire complete government control over our fireworks display by our fire work does not know choice Adam Stancell, Carson Stancell, Jaden Scott department at Reeve lake it is lit and it either goes lives; and, for whatever reason (mostly personal), they think that actually has water in it, as planned or it doesn’t, it Fedora Theatrix Does Old Time Radio Drama they know what is best for each of us in every area of our lives: and furthermore, GO BIG does not choose. Yet you, our health care, how much money we make, gun ownership, Before people watched Netflix, Amazon, or TV they listened schooling/education, and the list goes on and on. RED!! (I would like to thank made in the image of God, to live radio shows. Families gathered around the radio every all those for the fun evening filled with the promise of I will be 65 on my next birthday. Every day, I am getting phone evening and listened to wonderful stories being told over the calls to get me signed up for medicare. I do not like being told out at Reeve Lake on Satur- a sacrificed lamb gets to sound waves while the dramas played out in their mind’s eye. day. Great job.) choose, at least some of it. that I have to go on medicare; I do not like being treated like I do Fedora Theatrix offers the same kind of experience in their lat- not know what is best for me; I do not like government interfer- Now that we are clear on Will your days advance the est production of “The Wizard of Oz Radio Show”. Come and see that, as I watched the fire- Light of the world into dark ence in my life in any form!!! If the people who do not like our how live sound effects are produced and watch the excitement country and think socialism is the perfect type of government works go off in the distance, places? Will your moment of this American classic being performed on stage as if it were some would crack and pop, in time serve only yourself ever gain control, I will not like even more things than having to being done in the golden days of radio. Everyone is welcome, go on medicare, trust me!!! others whistled and most and not others? Your fuse Friday July 12 at 7:30 at Bovina Church of Christ FREE Admis- had a moment of brilliant is lit and you are streaming God has blessed us above and beyond whatever we can imag- sions but donation really help us out. A portion of all proceeds ine with the United States of America. To try to change it into a light and then fade into the into the night. Choose well, go to The Wounded Warrior Project. night. It made me think of a make a difference, be what socialist or communist nation is a slap in God’s face! It is saying verse. James 4:14 to be ex- God created you to be and that man knows better than God the kind of country we should act. “[14]… Yet you do not bring glory to His name as Llamados a Conocerle have! And, if socialism and communism work, we would have know what tomorrow will you serve the King, that my already put them into place here in the USA. bring. What is your life? For friend is called FREEDOM! Many men and women have given their lives so that we can Friona Para Cristo live in this nation and enjoy its freedoms. Sadly, they also gave By Pastor Aurelio & Cynthia Silva their lives so that people have freedom of speech to try to turn our country into a socialist or communist nation. We are beginning the last Ya empezamos los ultimos It is time to stand up and honor our country and our God by 6 months of this year!!!!! 6 meses de este año!!!!! El año turning our country back into the nation God created it to be! 2020 will soon be upon us 2020 muy pronto llegara. Esta That means standing up and not letting evil take over our coun- Departing Darkness before we know it. This semana pasada fue lleno de try. That means standing up for God’s Word as the way to live past week has been full of grandes cosas, nuestro primer our lives. That means honoring and glorifying God for all He By Brett Hoyle, Pastor, First Baptist Church great things, our first VBS VBS ya vino y ya paso. Tuvi- has done for us in the United States of America! Thank God for has come and gone we had mos como 26-29 niños Gloria still blessing and protecting us; thank God for the United States Two hundred and forty- greater fashion, those who about 26-29 kids!!!! Thank a Jesus!!!! Estamos mas que of America; and thank God for those who are willing to fight so three years ago brave men know Jesus Christ know you Jesus. We couldn’t have contentos. El hecho de poder that we live in a free nation!!! Happy Independence Day!!! and women consciously the worthwhile cost of be- been more happy. Just to compartir el amor de Cristo took action to depart the ing delivered from darkness be able to share with these Jesus a estos niños fue maravil- darkness of the tyranny that into light. 1 Peter 2:9 says, kids the love of Jesus Christ loso. Tambien realizamos que A Z L E Last Puzzle controlled them and moved “But you are a chosen race, was just amazing. We also para tener un exito teniamos N O O N into freedom and indepen- a royal priesthood, a holy realized that it takes team que trabajar en equipos. Y eso D O N A Solution dence. The brave leaders nation, a people for his own work. And that was what fue lo que yo vi y fue testiga. G M who led our emerging na- possession, that you may I witnessed this week. A Un grupo de mujeres y jovenes T H E T H E M A N tion did not leave our fate proclaim the excellencies group of ladies & teenagers trabajando juntos como una W O O L A H U M O R O U S to chance, or coincidence, of Him who called you out working together as one. Its sola persona. Si es verdad lo I N T O T H E N O R S E but they were intentional in of darkness into his marvel- true what the bible says in que dice la palabra de Dios en A B A T T L E F R E D I T W A S A risking everything they had ous light.” Notice that those John 13:35 By this shall all Juan 13:35 En esto concoceran R E H A U L F I N E S S E M N to make self-evident truths who know Jesus Christ are men know that ye are my todos que sois mis discipulos, T H U R S D A Y S A I M S T I C the reality of our nation and God’s chosen possession, disciples, if ye love one an- si tuvieres amor los unos con A R T D E C O D R Y S D A L E departing the darkness that who walk in the light of his other. Let us be an example los otros. Que nosotros poda- U L A T U M B L E O A T E S oppressed them. The per- salvation, and truth and joy. of Gods Love not just on mos ser ese ejemplo del amor S E Y R E L Y R T E ils, problems, battles and As you celebrate the bless- Sundays and not just with de Dios no solamente los Do- N A T A L I A dangers they endured were ing of our country’s inde- “my” church but everyday mingos y no solamente a los O Z O N A well worth the cost, as we pendence, can you also cel- with everyone!!!!! By the de mi congregacion pero todo E W E now enjoy the vast blessings ebrate the freedom the God way Happy Birthday to my los dias y para con todos.!!!! Oh S E A of being the freest and most gives to all who trust Jesus awesome husband Pastor y tambien muy Feliz Cumplea- A R T prosperous nation on earth. Christ to save them from Aurelio (June 30). Bless- nos a mi amado esposo Pastor S-1435 In a similar and much their sin? ings!! Aurelio (Junio 30). Bendicio- nes!! “We Live by Faith, Not by Sight.” 2 Corinthians 5:7 Friona Area Church Directory Bovina CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH IGLESIA EVANGELICA TEMPLO DE ADORACION FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH ST. ANN’S 15th & Cleveland • 806-250-3000 NUEVA JERUSALEN 620 Washington • 806-250-5929 308 3rd Street CATHOLIC CHURCH CHILDREN’S CHURCH • 3 yrs-6th grade 701 E. 11th • P.O. Box 655 • 806-346-9725 Pastor Roy Dominguez 806-251-1632 401 3rd Street www.calvaryfriona.org Pastor Benito Mejia Pastor Brian Mullins 806-251-1511 [email protected] TENTH ST. CHURCH OF CHRIST Pastor Gregory Bunyan FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH 10th & Euclid • 806-250-5236 CHURCH OF CHRIST QUALITY OF LIFE BIBLE th LA IGLESIA DE DIOS 6 & Summitt • 806-250-3933 STUDY CHURCH Gerall Wyly 500 Ave. E Pastor Brett Hoyle 301 Grand Ave. • 806-240-0826 806-251-1334 DEL PRIMOGENITO [email protected] Pastors Mark & Mary Goff UNION CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH Mike Prather, Minister The Church of God Website-www.fbcfriona.com 1601 Euclid • 806-250-3635 of the Firstborn SIXTH ST. CHURCH OF CHRIST FIRST UNITED METH- 102 2nd Street FRIONA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH 502 W. 6th • 806-250-2769 VICTORY FAMILY WORSHIP CENTER ODIST CHURCH 8th & Pierce • 806-250-3045 Jeff Procter, Minister 9th & Washington • 806-250-2207 205 4th Street IGLESIA BAUTISTA Rev. Skip Hodges Pastor Robert Kerby 806-251-1124 HISPANA [email protected] ST. TERESA’S CATHOLIC CHURCH Website-www.thevictory.tv Pastor Larry Mitchell 103 1st Street 401 West 17th St. • 806-250-2871 Website-www.frionaumc.com 806-251-5232 Pastor Gregory Bunyan FRIONA PARA CRISTO Pastor Rafael Marin GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH LLAMADOS A CONOCERLE North end of Congregational Church TEMPLO BAUTISTA DAMASCO 1007 w. 11th • 806-247-2217 1601 Euclid 403 Woodland • 806-250-3472 Pastor Aurelio & Cynthia Silva Pastor William Tapias

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Thursday, July 4, 2019 Graduation Edition Friona Star, Page 6 How many U.S. presidents

can you name? George ______John ______Thomas ______

James ______James ______John Quincy ______Andrew ______Martin van ______William H. ______

John ______James K. ______Zachary ______Millard ______Franklin ______James ______

Abraham ______Andrew ______Ulysses S. ______Rutherford ______James ______Chester ______

Grover ______Benjamin ______Grover ______William ______Theodore ______William ______

Woodrow ______Warren ______Calvin ______Herbert C. ______Franklin ______Harry S. ______

Dwight ______John F. ______Lyndon ______Richard ______Gerald R. ______Jimmy ______

Ronald ______George H.W. ______Bill ______George W. ______Barack ______Donald ______Friona Star, Page 7 Graduation Edition Thursday, July 4, 2019 Can you name all the states?

1 ______11 ______21 ______31 ______41 ______2 ______12 ______22 ______32 ______42 ______3 ______13 ______23 ______33 ______43 ______4 ______14 ______24 ______34 ______44 ______5 ______15 ______25 ______35 ______45 ______6 ______16 ______26 ______36 ______46 ______7 ______17 ______27 ______37 ______47 ______8 ______18 ______28 ______38 ______48 ______9 ______19 ______29 ______39 ______49 ______10 ______20 ______30 ______40 ______50 ______

Name the Capitals of these states

______Alabama ______Louisiana ______Ohio ______Alaska ______Maine ______Oklahoma ______Arizona ______Maryland ______Oregon ______Arkansas ______Massachusetts ______Pennsylvania ______California ______Michigan ______Rhode Island ______Colorado ______Minnesota ______South Carolina ______Connecticut ______Mississippi ______South Dakota ______Delaware ______Missouri ______Tennessee ______Florida ______Montana ______Texas ______Georgia ______Nebraska ______Utah ______Hawaii ______Nevada ______Vermont ______Idaho ______New Hampshire ______Virginia ______Illinois ______New Jersey ______Washington ______Indiana ______New Mexico ______West Virginia ______Iowa ______New York ______Wisconsin ______Kansas ______North Carolina ______Wyoming ______Kentucky ______North Dakota Friona Star, Page 8 [email protected] Thursday, July 4, 2019

State Capital Highlights By Ed Sterling

Attorney general announces crackdown category led all major industries over the on annoying calls month, adding 8,100 jobs. Education and AUSTIN — Texas Attorney General Ken Health Services added 4,500 over the month Watermelon Paxton, in cooperation with the Federal while Construction added 3,300 jobs. Now that the summer in Africa. The first harvest -oc melons, but Florida, Texas, Trade Commission, on June 25 announced temperatures are finally ris- curred in Egypt around 5,000 California, Georgia, and Ari- a crackdown on “illegal robocalls.” Anthrax advisory is posted ing, watermelons are a tasty years ago. There are even hi- zona lead the way. The crackdown nicknamed “Operation Eighteen recent animal deaths in Uvalde way to beat the heat. Since eroglyphics depicting water- Choosing the best water- watermelons are 92% water, melon harvest on the walls of melon can be tricky. Here are Call it Quits” is part of the FTC’s ongoing ef- County, including two confirmed anthrax they are an excellent way to ancient buildings. The mel- a few tips from www.water- fort to help stem the tide of annoying and cases, prompted the Texas Department of stay hydrated. The juice con- ons were often placed in the melon.org that might help: unsolicited pre-recorded telemarketing State Health Services to post a health advi- tains electrolytes that can tombs of kings to feed them 1. Look it over – The water- calls. Paxton said the effort includes nearly sory on June 27. help prevent heat strokes. in the afterlife. melon should be firm, sym- 100 actions targeting operations around the In its advisory, the DSHS recommend- Not only are watermelons a Watermelons spread along metrical and free from bruis- country responsible for more than one bil- ed steps for Texans to protect themselves good sources of vitamin A, the Mediterranean Sea on es, cuts, or dents. lion calls pitching everything from fraudu- against naturally occurring anthrax, a dis- vitamin B6, and vitamin C, merchant ships. Around the 2. Lift it up – The water- lent credit card services to auto warranty ease caused by spore-forming bacteria they are fat free and low in 10th century, watermelons melon should be heavy for its protection. commonly found in the soil in southern sodium. They also contain a made their way to China, and size. The Texas Attorney General’s Consumer and southwestern Texas. good amount of potassium, spread through Europe by 3. Turn it over – The under- Protection Division took legal action on Deer, sheep, goats, cattle, horses and oth- lycopene, antioxidants, and way of the Moors. It is specu- side should have a creamy several cases affecting Texans, including le- er animals can contract the disease when amino acids. lated that watermelons came yellow spot from where it sat gal action against two companies that have they swallow or inhale anthrax spores while Watermelons are both a to the United States by way of on the ground and ripened in placed calls to individuals who are on the grazing. Animals usually die within two fruit and a vegetable and the slave ships from Africa. the sun. Texas or federal no-call list. days of showing signs of infection. related to the cucumber, Over 300 varieties of water- Of course, the easiest way “Robocalls are an invasion of privacy Anthrax in humans is rare, though people pumpkin, and squash. You melons exist but the five most to enjoy a watermelon, is to and most robocalls are illegal. Even worse, can contract it through handling a dead or can eat all the parts of the wa- recognized are the seeded, just slice it and eat up. How- robocall scams often take advantage of sick animal infected with anthrax, accord- termelon including the rind seedless, mini, yellow, and ever, if you are looking to try consumers through identity theft and by ing to the DSHS. and the seeds, if they have orange varieties. China leads something new, here are few stealing their hard-earned money,” Paxton The agency advises Texans to: been sprouted and shelled. the world in watermelon pro- recipes to help you enjoy Watermelons were first duction while the U.S. is fifth. your watermelons this sum- said. “’Operation Call it Quits’ represents —Avoid direct contact with dead animals, grown in the Kalahari Desert Forty-four states grow water- mer. just one of the many consumer protection including bones, horns or antlers; and enforcement action cases my office has — Keep pets and children away from successfully collaborated on with the FTC dead animals; Watermelon Salsa in our ongoing effort to protect Texans.” —Do not harvest animals that appear ill Trisha Yearwood Paxton’s office said there has been a sig- or are acting abnormally; www.foodnetwork.com nificant increase in the number of illegal —Wear long-sleeved garments and gloves Ingredients robocalls because Internet-powered phone when handling, dressing and processing 1 1/2 teaspoons lime zest (from about 1 lime) 1 mango, peeled and diced systems have made it cheap and easy for game; 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (from about 3 limes) 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced scammers to make illegal calls from any- —Wash hands with soap and water and 1 tablespoon sugar 1 small red onion, finely chopped where in the world and to hide from law launder clothes immediately after animal Freshly ground pepper 8 fresh basil leaves, finely chopped enforcement by displaying fake caller ID in- exposure; 3 cups seeded and finely chopped watermelon 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt formation, also known as spoofing. —Minimize contact with animal fluids, 1 cucumber, peeled, seeded and diced Tortilla or pita chips, for serving brain and spinal tissues; Jobs increase in May —Cook all meat until well done before Directions Stir together the lime zest, lime juice, sugar and 3/4 teaspoon pepper in a bowl. Add the watermelon, cucumber, mango, jalapeno, onion and basil and toss gently. Chill the salsa until The Texas Workforce Commission on consuming; and ready to serve. Add the garlic salt just before serving. Serve with chips. June 21 announced the state economy saw —Contact a doctor if an unusual-looking additional positive employment growth in sore develops on hands, arms or other ex- the month of May. posed skin. Although it is very rare to con- Watermelon Rind Pickles Some 19,600 seasonally adjusted non- tract skin anthrax, this infection requires By Dave Woolley - www.watermelon.org farm positions were added in May and the treatment with antibiotics prescribed by a Ingredients Texas economy’s seasonally adjusted un- physician, the DSHS said. • 4 cups water • 1/2 cup cider vinegar employment rate reached a record low of • 1 tablespoon coarse salt • 4 peppercorns 3.5 percent. The previous low rate of 3.7 Abbott declares disaster • 2 cups peeled watermelon rind (leave a thin • 4 whole cloves percent was recorded for the month of Gov. Greg Abbott on June 27 declared a layer of pink), cut into 1 x 1/2 x 2-inch pieces • 1/2 teaspoon pickling spice April. May’s record low unemployment rate state of disaster in Cameron, Hidalgo, and • 3/4 cups granulated sugar • 1 long slice of fresh gingerroot is the lowest since tracking began in 1976, Willacy Counties following severe flooding • 1 all spice berry • 1/4 teaspoon celery seeds according to the Texas Workforce Commis- that caused widespread property damage Instructions In large pot, bring water and salt to boil over medium high heat. Add rind pieces and sion. to the Rio Grande Valley area. boil until tender, about 5 minutes. Strain. Transfer rinds to a large metal bowl. In saucepan, com- TWC Chair and Commissioner Repre- The state of Texas, Abbott said, is current- bine remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil over medium high heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. senting Employers Ruth R. Hughs said, ly working with local officials to ensure all Simmer for 15 minutes, until slightly reduced. Pour over watermelon rinds in bowl. Place plate “Our economy is thriving across multiple resources necessary are being provided to over top to keep rinds submerged in liquid. Cover and refrigerate for one day. Transfer to a glass industries, attracting new companies every those counties. jar and keep sealed in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. day, showing that Texas is the best state in “By working closely with local officials, we the nation to do business.” will put the communities of the Rio Grande Watermelon Strawberry Caprese Salad The Professional and Business Services Valley on a path to recovery,” Abbott said. www.delish.com Ingredients 3 c. watermelon, cubed kosher salt 2 c. strawberries, chopped Freshly ground black pepper 1/2 c. Feta, crumbled 1/4 c. fresh basil, torn 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil Directions In a large bowl, combine watermelon, strawberries, feta and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper and toss to coat. Garnish with basil and serve.

Watermelon Sorbet Lacey Baier - www.asweetpeachef.com Ingredients • 3 1/2 cups fresh seedless watermelon chunks, • 1/4 cup warm water, as needed (about 1/2 medium watermelon) • raw honey (optional), to taste (if watermelon • 2 tsp freshly squeezed lime juice isn’t very sweet)

Instructions Freeze watermelon chunks overnight. I lay mine out on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Place the frozen watermelon chunks in food processor or heavy duty blender, along with lime juice, and allow to sit for 5 minutes to slightly thaw. Blend until smooth. You may need to add some of the warm water and press down with a spatula to help the process along. Eat immediately for a softer texture, or transfer into a freezer-safe container and freeze for 3-4 hours or until firm. Friona Star, Page 9 Graduation Edition Thursday, July 4, 2019 What is Texas Boys State? Hello, my name is Kyle Shipp, and I am about to be a se- nior at Farwell High School. First, I would like to thank Mr. American Legion Boys State is among the most respected Richard Villarreal, my sponsor, for providing me with the and selective educational programs of government instruc- outstanding opportunity to attend the Texas Boys State Pro- tion for high school students. It is a participatory program gram. Second, I would also like to thank the American Le- where each student becomes a part of the operation of his gion for not only serving the United States of America, but local, county, and state government. for making the 2019 Texas Boys State program happen. At Boys State has been a program of The American Legion Boys State I had the opportunity to meet many new friends, since 1935, when it organized to counter the fascist-inspired improve my speaking ability and learn the ins and outs of Young Pioneer Camps. The program was the idea of two Il- American politics while simultaneously learning the im- linois Legionnaires, Hayes Kennedy and Harold Card, who portance of participating in a representative democracy. organized the first Boys State at the Illinois State Fairgrounds Because we are a representative democracy, the only way to in Springfield. make our government function is through participation in At American Legion Boys State, participants are exposed it. Additionally, Boys State taught me that the only ground to the rights and privileges, the duties and the responsibili- gained is gained through compromise, not altercation. After ties, of a franchised citizen. The training is objective and giving numerous speeches, only having obtained one posi- practical, with city, county, and state governments operated tion, unfortunately on the Rules Committee, I realized that I by the students elected to the various offices. was not the “sharpest tool in the shed.” But I truly think it was better that way. I was able to surround myself with people who knew a lot more than I knew, and it really pushed me Boys State Attendees 2019 out of my comfort zone. Drew Montana – Friona Kyle Shipp – Farwell So, one last time…thank you. Kyle Shipp Farwell High School What is Texas Girls State? The American Legion and American Legion Auxiliary Good evening everyone, began an effort over five decades ago to devise a means to: I would like to start off by thanking our sponsors for giv- Mariana Rivera, Drew Montana, Mariah Piña ing me this once in a lifetime opportunity. I didn’t exactly • educate our youth in the duties, privileges and respon- know what I was getting myself into, so I was somewhat sibilities of American citizenship First of all, I would like to thank each and every one of hesitant on the first day. All I knew was that I was going • give future citizens, in a realistic manner, an opportu- you for your service to our country and communities. to gain a deeper understanding of our government. And nity to learn the problems of government by performing Thank you Mr. Villarreal for everything you’ve done. You I did, but this experience exceeded my expectations be- the same duties as real office holders in the everyday gave me a chance without even meeting me. You saw some- yond words. I learned so much in one week, I don’t even world thing in me, and I am eternally grateful. Thank you to Mrs. know how to sum it all up. I think the biggest lesson I will • inform them of the rights and privileges of American Allison Johnston who encouraged me to look into this pro- take away from this experience is that I have the right to citizenship gram and told me to give it a shot. Thank you to my parents my voice and I control if it’s heard or not. I’ve always been • instill a deep sense of the personal responsibilities and for instilling great values in me, and thank you for always outspoken, but I’ve been given a new confidence to speak obligations which this citizenship entails pushing me to do the best I can. I appreciate all your love on things I believe are right. I discovered that women live and support. Thank you to those who served our country in a man’s world, but that doesn’t mean we are less capable The Girls State program in Texas has been one of con- because without you this opportunity, like so many others, of living. From the public speakers to our counselors, they stant improvement and growth. The number of partici- would not be possible. all had one thing to say: “Empowered women, Empower pants has grown from 94 to over 500. The progress of Girls There are three things I took away from Texas Boys State. Women.” That is something that will stay with me forev- State in Texas could not have been accomplished if it had The first thing is the friendships I’ve built. There were some er. This experience helped me gain a sense of knowledge not been for the pioneers of Bluebonnet Girls State; the of the coolest guys I’ve ever met. They all came from various and understanding you will never get from a classroom or full cooperation and encouragement of the Department backgrounds and different places. I will never forget the a textbook. I am so thankful for the opportunity you have Presidents of the American Legion Auxiliary; former di- time we spent in room 3301 in the Duran Dorm at the Uni- given me to not only grow as a student or a woman, but as a rectors, members and chairmen of the Girls State Com- versity of Texas. I will never forget the walking and walking citizen who lives in the land of the free. mitte; the press, radio and television; school and state of- and walking but also singing different cadences and songs ficials; interested individuals; most of all the local units all at the same time. All voices were hoarse by the end on Mariah Rivera who sponsor girls; and last but not least, the citizens. Friday. These are life-long friendships that I will cherish Friona High School One of Girls State’s most influential pioneers was Fran- forever. ces Goff who began working with Girls State in 1947. She The second thing that stuck with me was on the second used her considerable experience in state government to to last night one of the counselors was speaking, and he shape the program as Director from 1952 until 1994. My experience at Girls State was wonderful! They said that everyone needs to learn how to flourish under ad- taught us the duties, privileges and responsibilities of an versity. And for a while that’s what we did. We got thrown Bluebonnet Girls State Attendees 2019 American Citizen. They gave us a realistic opportunity to in a hall with 40 something boys we had never met before, Marisol Rodriguez -Bovina learn the problems of government by going through the and we had to learn how to live with them, work with them, Mariana Piña – Friona same duties as real office holders in the everyday world. and ultimately, even have each others backs. We also had Mariah Rivera – Friona All the girls were so supportive in anything we partici- to make speeches in front of a large number of people. I pated in. It was truly an unforgettable experience. I want ran for Chief Justice of the Supreme Court for the National- to thank the American Legion and American Legion Aux- ist Party, and I stood up in front of about 500 of my peers. iliary for giving me this opportunity! And also thanks to That’s more than my entire high school at Friona. I had nev- Mrs. Elida Villarreal for guiding me through everything er talked in front of that many people. It was hard, but it was to be able to go. meant to be hard, and we did the best we possibly could. The last lesson I took in was how to be a Servant Leader. Marisol Rodriguez This was the whole time during the week, but when it re- Drew Montana, of Friona, and Kyle Shipp, of Farwell, attended Bovina High School Boys State in Austin, Texas on June 9th through June 15th. Mari- ally hit home for me was that last night. We had a speaker, sol Rodriguez, of Bovina, Mariana Rivera, of Friona, and Mariah Tony Cucolo, who works at the Pentagon. He gave us sever- Piña, of Friona, attended Bluebonnet Girls State in Seguin, Texas al ways to become a Selfless Servant Leader. Some of them on June 16th through 22nd for the American Legion Auxiliary. were: (1) Enterprising Vision… doing everything helps with I just want to start off by saying thank you so much for These Boys and Bluebonnet Girls State attendees and their the big picture, and it doesn’t matter what your do…clean- allowing us the opportunity to be able to go to Girls State. families were honored with a hamburger cookout on Monday, ing toilets or creating software. It will take both to put men It truly was a once in a life time experience. I made so June 24, 2019 at the XIT in Bovina. Each candidate shared their on Mars. (2) Intellectual Curiosity…never be satisfied with many new friendships that will last a lifetime. When I first experiences with the American Legion and Auxiliary members. how much you know about anything. (3) Selflessness is got there, I wasn’t too sure about how this trip was going Each candidate received a Certificate of Completion for attend- putting your team first and worrying about your own inten- to turn out; we were split up the second we got there and ing and completing the Boys State and Bluebonnet Girls State tions last. (4) Humility is treating everyone as if he were the put with fifty-two strangers. But as the week progressed, I programs this summer representing the Parmer County Ameri- CEO. (5) Courage is not only on the battlefield but standing was amazed at how much fun I was having. We never once can Legion and Auxiliary Post 206. for what you think is right. It is being liked versus being re- doubted the goals we had set for the week. Our counselors Candidates are selected by their school counselor during their spected and trusted. You realize your can’t be buddy-bud- would always encourage us to do the best we could, and junior year in high school. Names are then submitted to the dy with everyone all the time. A tough call is always neces- it amazed me to see how the girls who were once strang- Parmer County American Legion and Auxiliary Post 206 where sary. All of these ways helped me to be a Servant Leader. ers, stopped and helped out a friend. I was able to learn registration fees and travel expenses are paid by fundraisers and Overall, Texas Boys State was a great experience. Not only so much about how the government worked by being able donations sponsored by the Parmer County American Legion did it teach us about our government and history, but ev- to run for office, write bills, and vote. Like it was said all Post 206. erything in between. through out the week YOGSO, you only go to girls state Please support your local American Legion so future students once, I’m so glad I did. can share in the experience of educating our young men and Thank you, women in the duties, privileges, rights, and responsibilities of Drew Montana Mariana Piña American citizenship. Friona High School Friona High School Thursday, July 4, 2019 [email protected] Friona Star, Page 10 250-2211 STAR CLASSIFIEDS Deadline: Tuesday @ 5 p.m. Business Help Wanted Property The Nutrition Spot Reynold’s Nationwide is seeking Associates Smoothie & Juice Bar • 613 Main, Friona TX an experienced Diesel Mechanic. Realtors Phone: (575) 219-9436 Salary will depend on experience. 102 E. 11th Friona Please apply in person at 806-250-2745 frionarealestate.com Drivers 3395 US Hwy 60 Hereford, TX 79045 or call Bobby Wade at 210-250-0925. Sales Associates: License Kevin Cooper 806-240-5468 Office Karla Rector 806-382-7465 Broker/Owner: Mike Chaney 806-265-7605 Schedule George Rushing Bovina Independent School District will be hiring Holly Campbell 806-265-7037 Tuesday-Wednesday for a full time Maintenance/Grounds POSITION. Must 9:00 a.m. — 4:30 p.m. obtain CDL licenses for driving a school bus. The job FRIONA starts on July 15, 2019. NEW: 3/4/4 Brick in Western Addition w/cent. h&a, Located at The application deadline will be July 11, 2019 at 4:00 office, new carpet & LED lighting, granite in kitchen, Friona Police p.m. Applications can be picked up at the Administra- sprinkler system, fenced backyard, shop...... 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Help Wanted at BOVINA REDUCED: Commercial Building in Bovina Metal Friona Senior Citizens Center roof, cent. h&a, kitchen area, corner lot...... $49,000 Contact Susan Gonzales at 806-626-8602 or call Friona Senior Citizens Center Monday or Thursday, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. RRR RRRR WE REPAIR at 806-250-3645 RRRRRRRRRR Great SSvice N E W N A M E RRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR RRRRRRRRRRRR RRRRFRRD RR RRRRRR RR RRR: is currently ac- RRRRRRRRRRRRR The Friona Public Library cepting applications for their Library Director. RRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR Those interested in applying for the Friona Pub- lic Library Director job must complete an em- RRRR UR 806.553.0489 $49.95 LOCATED BY BURRITOS PLUS ployee application, provide a cover letter and re- sume before the July 26,2019 deadline. The City’s recruitment brochure and application are acces- sible online at: https://www.cityoffriona.com/ library or can be picked up at Friona City Hall. The application and all required supporting doc- uments must be mailed, emailed, or delivered in Sales person to Friona City Hall at the below address. Applications can be emailed to cityinfo@frion- Agents atx.us. For questions, please call (806) 250-2761. Kevin Cooper Karla Rector 806-240-5468 806-382-7465

The Let us sell your property! is on the Web! Public Notice

Residential and The City Council of the City of Friona will hold a public hearing on the Consumer Confidence Commercial overhead Risinger Report 2018 at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 16, garage door or opener 2019 in the City Council Chambers at City Hall repair or replacement. Plumbing located at 619 Main Street, Friona, Texas. Everyone 38 years in business Serving Friona is invited to attend to voice comments and ask 272-6772 questions regarding the drinking water quality call me today Cell: 523-2222 report that was mailed to all water customers in Toby Turpen Master License #16066 the City of Friona. frionaonline.com @364-6362 Thursday, July 4, 2019 Graduation Edition Friona Star, Page 11 Parmer County FSA Updates Nominations Open for advisor to further repre- (native and improved). the 2019 County Com- sent the local interests of The following exceptions mittee Elections underserved farmers and apply to the above acre- The U.S. Department of ranchers. Underserved age reporting dates: (1) Agriculture (USDA) Farm producers are beginning, If the crop has not been Service Agency (FSA) women and other minor- planted by the above encourages all farmers, ity farmers and ranchers acreage reporting date, ranchers, and FSA pro- and landowners and/or then the acreage must be gram participants to take operators who have lim- reported no later than 15 part in the Parmer Coun- ited resources. calendar days after plant- ty Committee election All nomination forms ing is completed. (2) If a nomination process. for the 2019 election must producer acquires addi- FSA’s county commit- be postmarked or re- tional acreage after the tees are a critical com- ceived in the local USDA above acreage reporting ponent of the day-to-day service center by Aug. 1, date, then the acreage operations of FSA and al- 2019. For more informa- must be reported no later low grassroots input and tion on FSA county com- than 30 calendars days local administration of mittee elections and ap- after purchase or acquir- federal farm programs. pointments, refer to the ing the lease. Appropri- Committees are com- FSA fact sheet: Eligibility ate documentation must prised of locally elected to Vote and Hold Office be provided to the county agricultural producers as a COC Member avail- office. (3) If a perennial responsible for the fair able online at: fsa.usda. forage crop is reported and equitable adminis- gov/elections. with the intended use of tration of FSA farm pro- “cover only,” “green ma- grams in their counties. 2019 Acreage Reporting nure,” “left standing,” or Committee members are Dates “seed,” then the acreage accountable to the Sec- In order to comply with must be reported by July retary of Agriculture. If FSA program eligibility 15th. elected, members be- requirements, all produc- Noninsured Crop Di- come part of a local de- ers are encouraged to saster Assistance Pro- cision making and farm visit the Parmer County gram (NAP) policy hold- program delivery pro- FSA office to file an ac- ers should note that the cess. curate crop certification acreage reporting date for A county committee is report by the applicable NAP covered crops is the composed of three to 11 deadline. The following earlier of the dates listed elected members from acreage reporting dates above or 15 calendar days local administrative ar- are applicable for Parmer before grazing or harvest- eas (LAA). Each member County: ing of the crop begins. serves a three-year term. July 15, 2019 – (Spring To schedule an ap- One-third of the seats and Summer Seeded pointment or for ques- on these committees are Crops) Corn, Grain Sor- tions regarding crop cer- open for election each ghum, Cotton, Pumpkins, tification and crop loss year. Fruits and Vegetables, reports, please contact County committees Forage Crops for silage, the Parmer County FSA may have an appointed hay or grazing, all grasses office at (806) 481-3344.. Friona Star, Page 12 Graduation Edition Thursday, July 4, 2019

From Drive-thru to Drive-around

Dairy Queen employees said that several customers had hit the sign over the past few years and when the windstorm hit Thursday night it finally toppled over. A work crew came in over the weekend and repaired it so can now order your blizzard again from your car.

July 4th, 5th & 6th BARN SALE is our favorite time of year & this year we are turning 5!!! Cleaning out the barn, the store and passing along MAJOR DISCOUNTS to YOU!!! Everything in THE BARN is marked down 50%-75%!! Milk House Market - 1002 Main Street