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JAN-11G SOW HVVNIST COLLECTION Texas Mein University SW COLLECTION /TEXAS TECH PO BOX 41041 1-1-9BOCK, TEXAS 79409 LUBBOCK TX 79409-1041 MOTLEY COUNTY TRIBUNE VOICE OF THE FOOTHILL COUNTRY Where History is Pride $.75 Flomot Matador Northfield Roaring Springs Thursday, May 13, 2010 EST HUM 1891 Volume 119 Issue No. 19 County to collaborate Titus Foundation names with city on scholarship winners remodel project New board president elected By Carol Campbell tional briefing on the appli- ment will be requested from cation process for Phase II of THC to repay the loan. Past The Motley County Com- the repair and renovation of experience of this process in missioner's Court met on May the historic jail. Campbell said Phase I in 2008 resulted in 10, 2010, with a full court con- she was in the process of sub- early repayment of the loan sisting of Judge Ed D. Smith, mitting an application to the with interest. The court voted Commissioners Roy Gene Texas Historical Commission unanimously to provide the Stephens, Donnie Turner, in behalf of Motley County for loan from capital acquisitions, Franklin Jameson, and Rus- funds for the Phase II work. providing the loan is repaid sell Alexander. Also in at- In order to be eligible for grant with interest. tendance were Sheriff Chris assistance, applicants must be According to Judge Smith, Spence, County Attorney Tom able to provide a minimum of Mayor Pat Smith recently ap- Edwards, County Judge-Elect one dollar in cash to match proached him regarding col- Jim Meador, and Kate Hurt, each state dollar of approved laboration with the county to County and District Clerk. project costs. Since the grant remodel and re-open the re- Also in attendance were Kay amount will be reimbursed strooms on the north lawn of and Ron Bailey, and Mayor only after approved costs have the courthouse. "We have lim- Pat Smith. been expended, this creates ited public restroom facilities In the first order of busi- a funding gap. Campbell re- and we have several functions ness, Carol Campbell, Chair quested a loan of $15,000 to a year that require access to of the Friends of the Historic be repaid with interest to cov- facilities," Judge Smith said, er the funding gap. Once the naming the Boondockers Mo Motley County Jail, provided Chairman James Titus, Titus Educational Foundation, and a former graduate of Mata- the court with an informa- invoices are paid, reimburse- continued on page 6 dor High School, Class of 1940, posed for a photo with the new scholarship recipients, (L to R) Jessica Reyes, Melissa Flores, and Karyn White. These three recipients applied for 2-year college scholarships, receiving $2,000 per year each. Each student's application Hackberry Creek Care included a hand-written essay, history of their extracurricular activities at Motley County ISD, cumulative GPA and ACT scores, leadership roles, and community activity and work Center celebrates National By Carol Campbell member of Lubbock Chris- included a hand-written es- tian University, was elected say, history of their extracur- Nursing Home Week The James and Oneita Ti- by unanimous vote to serve ricular activities at Motley tus Educational Foundation on the board. Dr. Morton has County ISD, cumulative GPA By Carla Meador about long-term facilities, the In honor of National Nurs- board met May 7, 2010, in the worked closely with the board and ACT scores, leadership services they provide and how ing Home Week, Motley Rolling Plains Services Build- in the past, serving in an ad- roles, and community activity Life expectancy in the Unit- they meet the needs of each County Judge Ed D. Smith ing, to announce scholarship visory capacity. She was later and work history ed States is at a record high of their residents. This year's recognized Hackberry Creek awards and teacher grants for elected to serve as president While the board admits and currently there are nearly National Nursing Home Week Care Center in Matador, its 2010-2011; to reappoint term of the board, replacing retir- "this is a relatively young pro- 2 million people in the United is celebrated May 9-15. staff, volunteers, residents board members and elect a ing president Earl Morse, who gram," according to Motley States living in nursing homes The 2010 theme is "Enrich- and their families with an offi- new president to the board. will serve as the Advisory Di- County ISD Superintendent and assisted care facilities. ing Every Day", which was cial proclamation of the event. Ten members of the board rector and Designee for Mr. Dr. Andrew Seigrist, "we This number will continue to selected to honor those who Hackberry Creek Care Cen- attended, consisting of Titus. have hit the bell curve" and grow, increasing the need to overcome the obstacles of ter offers the following ser- Marisue Potts-Powell, Ed D. Mr. Titus, a former gradu- the number of applicants are provide quality care and rec- age and disability to enrich vices: Smith, Russell Alexander, Da- ate of Matador High School, bound to increase next year. ognize the individuals who the lives of others. National *Professionally-trained vid Stafford, Corky Marshall, Class of 1940, posed for a "The buzz in the hallway has make a difference in others' Nursing Home Week not only staff providing 24-hour nurs- Dr. Andrew Seigrist, Edward photo with the new scholar- led to more students in duel lives. spotlights nursing home resi- ing care Fritz, Earl Morse, and foun- ship recipients, Jessica Reyes, credit enrollment classes," he Hackberry Creek Care Cen- dents but staff and volunteers *5o - bed facility, each du- dation chairman and benefac- Melissa Flores, and Karyn said, leading to more students ter joins other facilities around as well, all of which make a ally certified tor, Mr. James Titus. Absent White. These three recipients seeking college enrollment. the country in celebrating Na- positive difference and 'enrich *Transportation available was Pat Smith. applied for 2-year, commu- "Last year we had three stu- tional Nursing Home Week in every day' for others. for residents Following the treasurer's nity college scholarships, re- dents making application," an effort to educate the public *Physician on-call and rou- report by Trust Administra- ceiving $2,000 per year each Dr. Seigrist said. "I am proud tine visits tor Edward Fritz, Dr. Cathy upon proof of enrollment and to report that this year we *Respite Care, Hospice Ser- Morton, Program Director the required 2.5 Grade Point have five students currently vices, and Spiritual Needs for the Rolling Plains con- Average (GPA). receiving duel credit enroll *Group and individualized sortium and adjunct faculty Each student's application continued on page 6 activities continued on page 7 Annual Bluegrass Festival set 41 a- for May 13-15 in Flomot PROCLAMATION Bands from all over Texas, New Mexico, and Oklahoma to perform National Nursing Home Week ter. This event specializes in May 9-15, 2010 By Dianne Washington tack and other things found around the ranch. Everyone WHEREAS the citizens of Motley County and the surrounding area now residing in nursing Once again Flomot, Texas, is welcome to come to buy, homes, have contributed immeasurably to the heritage, success and growth of our communi- will be alive with the sound sale or trade. ties; and of bluegrass music on May Bands from Texas, New WHEREAS nursing home residents of any age or ability are themselves living history and a 13-15, 2010. The 11th Annual Mexico, and Oklahoma are precious resource; and Washington Cattle Co. Blue- scheduled to play during the WHEREAS our local facility. Hackherry Creek Care Center, and other nursing homes pro- grass Festival will begin at festival, including Pecos Val- side a supportive and caring ernironment that nurtures and enables residents and families to 6:oo p.m. on Thursday, May ley Bluegrass from Mayhill, continue growing, learning, and teaching and, thereby, enjoying life to their fullest potential; and 13 with gospel music and bar- New Mexico, Grassfire and beque. Friday night the stage Now and Again from Ama- WHEREAS nursing homes across the nation arc holding events in observance of Nursing Home Week guided by this year's national theme of "Enriching Every Day", music starts at 6:00 p.m. and rillo, Texas, Texas Country will continue until 1o:30 p.m. from Wicket, Texas, Kays NOW THEREFORE, I. Ed D. Smith, Judge of the County of Motley, do hereby Proclaim the week of May 9.15, 2010. as NATIONAL NURSING HOME WEEK and urge citizens to suit Saturday, the music begins Bluegrass Band from Texas, or volunteer at the local nursing home to honor and bring good cheer to the residents and to at too p.m. and goes until Hanks and Company from show appreciation to the staff who care for the moat vulnerable citizens in our community. 11:00 p.m. Please bring lawn Seymour, Texas,Wichita chairs for the most comfort- Mountain Bluegrass and —tiststit EJ D. Smith. Mader County ludic, able seating. From the Heartland Blue- Hardin and Turner West- grass from Oklahoma, and Hackberry Creek Care Center Administrator, John Vunk, ern Trade Day will be on Sat- Triple L from Portales, New was present to witness Motley County Judge Ed D. Smith urday, May 15. This is the Mexico. signing a proclamation for National Nursing Home Week, third year for this event and But, the official bands are which is being celebrated this week, May 9-15. it just gets bigger and bet- continued on page 7 4 I' I Page 2 Motley County Tribune, Thursday, May 13, 2010 Foothill Country WRITING COMMUNITY n h i Caught with the Fire ofLove and The Passion ofthe Word °four Lord bolineCtions By Laverne Zabielski Community, Diversity, Art When you have history, you have pride.