Pirates No Match for Eagles

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The Land of Living Waters Volume 132 USPS 286-540 ©The Junction Eagle, Wednesday, October 23, 2013 50¢ per copy Number 42 Pirates no match for Eagles By Debbie Cooper Kistler the press box observed to be Eagles held the Pirates as they The Junction Eagle repeated erroneous calls by threatened on the Junction 18 one ref were verified by this yard line. Still later, Pirates reporter in the game film and quarterback Kolby Kitchens The Junction Eagles were still photography.) Each team dropped the ball as Martin victorious last Friday night lost the pigskin to an intercep- took him down. Austin Rivas when the team traveled to tion. Junior defensive back came up with it. Center Point to take on the Laith Bannowsky made the Coaches’ stats credited Pirates. The final score, 34 to pick for the Eagles. these Eagles defenders: 13. Coach Cory Spivey said When the Pirates attempted Martin-7 tackles, 2 sacks; he thought his players “did an onside kick to start the Henry Whitworth-6 tackles, a good job”, but “shot them- game, Garet Martin grabbed 2 sacks; Juan Perez-4 tackles; selves in the foot” a couple it, giving the Eagles posses- Newbury-3 tackles, 1 forced/ of times. sion mid-field to start the recovered fumble; David Lee The Eagles logged twice game. Later in the game, a Modesto-2 tackles, 1 sack; as many first downs as the fumble was created when Jordan Easterling-2 tackles, 1 Pirates and had 232 yards Junction’s Jose Salazar sack; Rivas-2 tackles, 1 fum- more rushing yards. The wrapped up Pirate ball-carrier ble recovered; Bannowsky-2 Pirates had 83 air yards to the Larry Leitha, and then Daniel tackles, 1 interception; and Eagles’ 33. Junction received Newbury snatched the oval Judge Modesto-1 tackle, 1 twice as many penalty calls, ball out of Leitha’s grasp. sack. for more than twice as many Another Pirate fumble ended loss yards. (What those in well for Junction when the See Eagles on Page 6

Finding his receivers covered, Eagles quarterback Drew Martinez (10) decides to keep- scramble-and-run, moving the ball 17 yards to set his teammates up on the Center Point Pirates’ 12 yard line. Before any Center Point defender gets to Martinez, they’ll have to go through Judge Modesto (66).

Performing during the competition at Region 7 UIL Marching Contest, the Junction Golden Eagle Marching Band, being led by drum major Isela De la Cruz (in red), wins a 1 from all three judges. The band now advances to Area that will be held in Groesbeck this Saturday. Junction Golden Eagle Band takes a 1 in Region 7 UIL Marching Contest

By Johnny Martinez Houston! equipment on and off the field Band director At the Area competition, the and manning the concession at bands will be ranked from one all the games! And Gwyn Zion The award winning Junction to approximately 18 (Region 8 for making sure your children Golden Eagle Band competed will not have their competition have water and food; and at on October 19 at the Region until this Wednesday.) and the competitions, shiney shoes! 7 UIL Marching Contest in three top bands will compete Our show takes a whole Senior Eagles Juan Perez (9) snags this short pass from QB Drew Martinez (10) and will Early, Texas. The band won in San Antonio on Monday, team working as one unit, and out distance Pirate Jesus Frayre. At 5’6”, 135 lbs., Perez was also a force on the defensive the highest UIL ratings by November 4. it has been amazing to see “an side in last Friday’s defeat of the Center Point Pirates. all three judges. The perfor- A few of the judges com- idea” I had last year come to mance earned the band the ments were: “Great Selections! life and portray our local his- honor of competing at the And well-prepared! I really tory. This show is unique to Area D UIL Marching Contest enjoyed your show!”, “Good “us” Junction. We have some Have a photo in Groesbeck, Texas, on drill and great execution”, of the hardest working and of a veteran Saturday, October 26. “Band, I enjoyed it! Good dedicated people all on the Region 7 includes all the Performance! “Great Show!” same page! I appreciate you that you’d schools from Junction to Fort Nice ensemble sounds!” and your wonderful children. like to share? Worth. The Area D contest will I especially thank Kenneth You make this work; I’m just be comprised of all the winning and Cassie Hoffman for mak- “driving it”! Thank you. I Junction ISD bands from regions 7, 8, 18, ing the props and costumes. I am so proud to say that I am 26, and 27. Geographically, a also would like to thank all the the band director for Junction, is now line from Junction-San Angelo parents that are there for every Texas. I’m just getting warmed accepting to Fort Worth, then east to performance, moving all this up, so buckle up! Veteran’s photos for the program that will be held in the gym Henneke announces on Veteran’s candidacy for Texas State Day. Please bring new Representative, District 53 photos by Kerr County Attorney and native Rob Henneke has announced his intention to run in the 2014 Republican JISD Middle Primary to replace Harvey Hilderbran, following School or Hilderbran’s announcement that he will not seek ree- lection. Describing himself as a Ted Cruz Republican, email them to Henneke has served as Kerr County Attorney since 2010, kayciemlee3@ where he has repeatedly reduced the department’s budget and overhead while increasing prosecutions and convic- yahoo.com. tions. Henneke is the fourth generation of his family to live, ~~~~~ work and raise his family in the Texas Hill Country. He ~~~~~~~~ Jessica Gardner smiles big after she’s filled her plate at the Round-Up for Rehab held graduated with honors from Tivy High School before Monday at the First United Methodist Church hall. A fast-paced live auction followed after See CF Walk the meal. Held annually, Round-Up for Rehab benefits West Texas Rehabilitation Center See Henneke on Page 6 on page 6. who’s mission has been to improve the quality of life for children and adults seeking its wide range of rehabilitative services, regardless of their financial circumstances. Page 2 The Junction Eagle, Wednesday, October 23, 2013

es of Shurley’s death. Richard Shurley and his daughter, Meanderings Callie, remained at home near by Frederica Burt Wyatt Junction when the son, Nick, made a six-day trip in January, A spectacular Hunters’ Moon Commission will be Monday Martin-Dagen Hughes of San 1902. The latter returned home has brightened the skies, and afternoon, October 28, at Antonio, she mentioned fond January 31, and his sister relat- we await next month’s simi- 5 o’clock in the County recollections of childhood ed their father had been gone lar occurrence on Sunday, Courtroom. The historical summers spent with neighbor- during that time span. Callie November 17, with various group had its beginning fifty hood chums when the Martins said her dad ate a late supper, appellations of “Beaver Moon” years ago when members of lived on South Ninth Street smoked a cigar, and when last or “Frost Moon”. In today’s the Kimble County Historical in Junction. One of Joyce’s seen, was “sitting down by the world, we can enjoy the glory Survey Committee were friends was Tiny Wood, whose gate with his hat on.” of each full moon, although it is appointed in February,1963, by family lived at the south end of Callie did not become believed to trigger mood chang- Judge Walter W. Leamons and the street. The two girls spent alarmed when her father failed es. In days of yore, frontiers- members of the Commissioners hours in Joyce’s backyard play- to re-appear, for often, he men in this area were cautious- Court. The purpose of KCHC is house, skating on the fire sta- visited M. N. Harrison, Ben ly apprehensive, as Indians (the to preserve the unique heritage tion driveway, riding bikes, and Jeter, George Miller, or friends. politically-correct term is now of our county, and all meetings “all the fun things little girls Upon inquiry, Nick found the “Native Americans”) became are open to the public. used to do”, all precious memo- neighbors knew nothing of his marauding raiders during each The KCHC historical muse- ries of days gone by. Joyce father’s whereabouts. period of a full moon. um building fund acknowledg- also recalled another friend was It was thought Shurley had Sadness has again cast a es the ongoing support for its Jackie Stephen, whose parents probably walked to Mason to shadow on the lives of friends current project and is apprecia- resided on Elm Street just east visit the other daughter’s fam- and neighbors in the area. tive of all encouragement and of its intersection with Ninth. ily as it was not unusual for Alma Dean Bryant Stewart of monetary donations. Daedalion Barbara Shurley Madrid, the elderly man to make the London passed away Sunday, Study Club has given anoth- accompanied by her sister and distance on foot. Telephone October 13, and final servic- er contribution to the fund. A brother-in-law, Elizabeth and service and automobiles were es were Friday, October 18. donation in memory of Leona Ron Fallin, all of Christoval, non-existent in those days, and She leaves behind her hus- “Tiny” Wood Lennon has were recent visitors at Kimble communications were often almost nil. band, Delton, and her sons been received from Tom and Historical Museum. Barbara City Sweets Bakery & Cafe is the Business of the Month and daughters. This columnist Cathy Allen of Dallas. Mary is continuing the Shurley fam- On the morning of March 2, some boys hunting near for the month of October. The award is sponsored by the learned of Dean’s death in an Ann Woodard donated in mem- ily research project initiated by Business and Professional Women’s Club. electronic message sent from ory of Betty Connor, mother the late Dr. Jobe T. Shurley the Llano River discovered a one of my dear relatives, Joni of Sue Woodard. of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. decomposing body at the foot Stewart Sterrett of Roswell, Junction Rotary Club, estab- She and I recalled recollections of a cliff some three hundred New Mexico. lished eighty-five years ago, of time spent with Dr. Shurley yards from the Shurley home, Book Review Another October 13 death was meets each Thursday noon in when he was working diligent- located about two miles below By Rosanna Stapp that of Jo Hurley Vardeman of Isaacks’ Restaurant and fea- ly on the family history. Junction City. The deceased San Angelo. A former Kimble tures a noon meal and a pro- Our archival files con- was identified by Shurley’s son, County resident, she was laid gram. Last week’s presenter tain information pertaining to and Sheriff W. W. Taylor was Moon Over Manifest to rest Wednesday, October was Chief Marvin Ivy of the Richard H. Shurley (born 1821, notified. By Clare Vanderpool 16, in the Junction Cemetery Junction Police Department. Georgia; died 1902, Kimble Apparently, Shurley’s dimin- between her husband and At its October 15th meeting, County, Texas.) He was a ishing eyesight caused him to In 1936, 12-year-old Abilene Tucker has been shipped by her daughter, Willie W. Vardeman the Business and Professional member of the Confederate lose his way in the dark, and he father to Manifest, Kansas, which is a town that she’s never been and Elizabeth Ann Vardeman, Women’s Club of Kimble States Army while residing in fell thirty-five or forty feet from in and to stay with people she’s never met before. both of whom preceded their County continued plans for Alabama and received a debili- the top of a towering bluff, first She’s met by Shady Howard, the pastor of the First Baptist loved one in death. Jo was the its annual Christmas deco- tating head wound during the about six or seven feet, slid- Church and a saloon operator. He will take care of her the best daughter of the late Elbert J. rating projects. In addition, war. ing the remaining distance over he can. and Mozel Grantham Hurley. Monday evening, October 29, The result was extensive the second cliff. County Judge When Abilene finds a cigar box of letters and makes two The maintenance fund of was selected as the date for memory loss prior to the William A. Spencer’s ruling friends, she doesn’t know this will lead her home again and the Junction Cemetery is the an Autumn party for mem- family’s move to Texas. By stated “from the evidence intro- solve several mysteries. grateful recipient of a contribu- bers, husbands, and guests. The 1899, when he applied for a duced and the local evidence This novel is full of different characters in a different time. tion sent in Jo’s memory by evening social will begin at 6 Confederate pension, he was when found and the condition Even though this book is for young people, adults will find this Automatic Fire Protection, Inc. o’clock at Isaacks’ Restaurant, residing in Mason County but of the body is that the deceased book very enjoyable. came to his death by acciden- of San Angelo. and the program will feature the alternated time with his chil- The next regular meeting revealing of Secret Sisters. dren, Nick Shurley and Callie tally falling off the bluff.” of Kimble County Historical In a message from Dr. Joyce Shurley of Kimble; Jobe Taylor The ravages of the Civil War Happy Birthday Shurley of Edwards; and robbed Richard H. Shurley of Sophia Rainey and husband, much of his mental reasoning October 24 Letticia Gonzales Mozelle Wright Neville Sharla Sue Harrison Tom, of Mason. and, ultimately, contributed to his untimely death. Jon Daniel Love Edward Evans, Jr. Most interesting is a copy Carrell Garrett Black Joseph Ray Rotge of the coroner’s report that Thank you for reading Meanderings! Margaret Flemming Bode Jesse Jay Rotge recounted the sad circumstanc- Ray Dean Timms August Ilee Simon Myra Condarco Janet Williams Keith Award-winning wines, frozen Sangria and Lemon Mary Sloop Stahl Lily Bryan Bundick Bellinis and our new White Wine Mojito. October 25 Lacey M. Lafan Frozen drinks & Mojitos available To Go. 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No part Charlie Burton October 30 of this newspaper may be October 27 Susan Rice Britton Lorri Ann Wright Reynold Brauer reproduced in any form or by Worship With Us Chansford Earl Bryant Justin Paul Bierschwale any means without permission Lou Garces Garcia Billie Milford Stewart FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH IVY CHAPEL in writing from the owners. 202 South 8th Street 3rd Sunday of each month @ 7 p.m. OUTREACH GOSPEL OF CHRIST Norma Itz Bednarz Ricky Mezger Tatsch 9:45 a.m. - Sunday School 602 S. Llano Daryl W. Geller Harry F. Clausen, Jr. 10:55 a.m. - Morning Worship ST. THERESA CATHOLIC CHURCH Praise & worship, Sundays, 6 p.m. 6 p.m. - Evening Worship 114 South 7th Street Sunday evenings, 7 p.m. Raul Salinas Sarah Cardwell Harrison Ken Bolton, Pastor 11:15 a.m. - Sunday Morning - Pastor Glenda Carroll Shelby E. Roby Doris Shuler Stephen Royall, Youth Pastor English/Spanish LETTERS POLICY October 28 Roy V. Timms, Jr. Rev. 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Obituaries I used to think Barbara Joan Burgin Dunk Ellis K. “Buddy” Smith, Jr. about wine, women Barbara Joan Burgin Dunk Ellis K. “Buddy” Smith, Jr., Home. and song, but now died peacefully in her home 66, passed from this life on a song would with her family by her side October 18, 2013, at his resi- do nicely if I on October 11, 2013, after a dence in Junction. Memorial lengthy battle with cancer. services will be held 1 p.m., could just remember Barbara was born January Friday, October 25, 2013, at how it went. 17, 1938, in Houston and later Flat Rock. Ben Broker says: settled in Junction, Texas, with Arrangements are under the her family, at age 6. “Bobbie”, direction of Kimble Funeral as she was affectionately called by her parents, was a dancer and performer from an Lines from the early age. She performed for the USO, taught dance in her Links by Don Glover garage, was a twirler/major- smile -- whether planning a ette, and named FFA Cowgirl party or costume, decorating Wildflower forecast Sweetheart. for every holiday, or sharing It was Saturday morning, the day of the first annual high school Barbara graduated from her favorite singing animal girls Smallball Golf Tournament at Junction Golf Course. The This fall, late September and October the Texas Hill Country Junction High School in 1956. toys with friends. The world time was 7:30 a.m. and the temperature was about 48 degrees as and Highland Lake Area has had a generous amount of rain to She attended San Angelo was a stage to her. I approached my greens mower, Ole Red. Most of us don’t think encourage the germination of wildflowers. We have noticed that College and received her Barbara is preceded in death about golf course care or what is required for a course to be play- Bluebonnets are already emerging in the Highland Lake area, BA from North Texas State by her parents, Helen and able. Here, we have deer pellets, worm mounds and armadillo especially at our Lake House at Lake Buchanan. University in 1960. Noble “Kirk” Burgin. divots to remove so that the green will be smooth. Unattended, With an average amount of rain in the area, the country side Barbara spent several sum- She is survived by her hus- these things make putting accurately, virtually impossible. will be brilliant next April. Get your cameras ready to take beau- mers studying dance in New band, Harold; daughter, Dee I put on my dust mask, mounted Ole Red and we galloped off tiful pictures. It will be the best in the Llano area, especially in York. Barbara directed and Velvin and son-in-law Trey; into a five mph north wind. After mowing four greens, Ole Red the Willow City Loop between Fredericksburg and Llano. We choreographed many shows son, Kirk Dunk and daughter- had worked up a lather, but his rider was shivering uncontrol- found a beautiful country road, CR 202 just outside of Llano. both during and after college. in-law, Angie; and six grand- lably. I saw a campfire in the distance. Eureka, heat! Part of this road has no fenced manmade improvements with On August 29, 1962, she children, Andrew, Sarah Kay I parked Red, went straight past the men cooking, grabbed a granite outcroppings. married Harold Dunk, also of and Will Velvin; Lily, George doughnut and assumed a position as near as I could get to the The area is breathtaking at its Sunday best. Few people know Junction. Barbara and Harold and Oliver Dunk; and many barrel fire. After about five minutes, I realized I could relate to about this area. I found it by mistake since it is not well marked. lived in Houston, where she more loving family members a homeless person, on the streets. I returned to Ole Red and I If you want more information about this area, call me next owned dance studios before and dear friends. thought I heard someone say, “Who was that masked man?” spring. they moved to Dallas in 1967. A memorial service was held Red and I finished the job at hand, and we headed for the barn. Whoda Thunk? Barbara embraced her role Thursday, October 17, at 10:30 I hope the golf course and putting surfaces met with everyone’s See you next week in the paper. as a full-time wife and mom a.m. at Lovers Lane United approval. After Thunk: and was very involved with Methodist Church, 9200 The Softball Tournament was an overwhelming success. Did you ever notice that when you blow in a dog’s face, he her children’s activities at Inwood Rd (@ NW Hwy) in Credit for this goes to Mitch Davis, Junction Girls Softball team, gets mad at you, but when you take him on a car ride, he sticks Greenhill School. She also Dallas. coaches, faculty and James Stewart (crew) for cooking briskets his head out the window??? found herself back in the dance In lieu of flowers, donations at 4 a.m. on a cold morning. Credit also goes to the wives and studio in Dallas, both teach- can be made in memory of mothers who labored behind the scenes, cooking beans, potato ing and taking classes with Barbara Dunk to Lovers Lane salad and brewing cans full of tea. We can’t forget the servers Thank you to the wonderful people of her daughter. She continued UMC Foundation, or the char- who ferried all the food to and from. If you didn’t buy a plate, Junction and Kimble County! to entertain and make others ity of your choice. it was your loss. The greens watchers were precise in their measurements even St. Theresa Catholic Church held their parish festivities when I lobbied that my ball was not 23 ft. away but actually six on September 29. We would like to say a big “thank you” ft. away. (No luck with that strategy). Are you curious how a to all that came out and supported all the activities. Thank Barbara Joan Hooker sheriff, a deputy and a state trooper play golf as a team? Hey, you to all the parishioners and the volunteers who worked Barbara Joan Hooker, 61, of these guys all carry guns so my answer is “ME NOT KNOW, on the raffle, helped prepare and serve the delicious food, Junction, went to be with the KIMOSABE!” Lord on Monday, October 21, donated pastries for the bake sale, worked the snow cone Last and most importantly, I want to thank my volunteers, stand, did the face painting, the fish pond, helped with the 2013, at Kimble Hospital in George Perez, Lee Roy Thorp, Ralph Tinney, Kenny Smart and Junction, Texas. silent auction, and worked to set up and clean up. Once Audren Tomlinson. If you enjoyed the golf course, God and again we can say, “the festival was a success” due to eve- Barbara was born February these guys get all the credit. ryone’s support and willingness to help. 3, 1952, in Eagle Pass, Texas, The winners of the October 16, scramble were Kenny Smart, to parents, Charles Helms and May God Bless You. Hope to see you next year! George Perez and me. The golf skins were won by us also. Clay S-42-1c Sadie Rust Helms. Barbara Armes was closest to the pin on #6, and #8 was a carryover. grew up in Quemado, Texas, Remember, keep your eye on the ball and until next week...HI before settling in Junction. HO RED!....AWAY! How do you thank a person who is so special to your Barbara was a Licensed family? Vocational Nurse for over 20 I’m talking about Dr. Larry Brooks. He has always years, and she enjoyed garden- Family Fun Night been there for everyone of our pet family members, late ing and loved God with her held at 2 p.m., Wednesday, Pumpkin Carving and Hike night calls, snake bites on the weekend and always wise whole heart. October 23, 2013, at Long advice and vital care. She is survived by her lov- Mountain Cemetery, Streeter, When? Evening of October 26th ing husband of 45 years, Ray He helped us make a difficult decision at a time where Mason County, Texas. with 6:00 to 8:00 we were heart broken. And he did it in the most gracious Hooker Sr. of Junction; son, Jodie Dawn officiating. Ray Hooker Jr. and wife, way. Pallbearers to serve were Where? Texas Tech Outdoor School Pavilion Esther, of Boerne, Texas; David Bundick, Danny We owe you so very much and thank you is not grandson, Kennon Hooker Bundick, Kennon Hooker, enough. and wife, Mallory, and great- Tarlton Switzer, Pete Munoz What to bring? Parents, Pumpkin, flashlight, You will always be a part of our pet family. granddaughter, Sarai Hooker Lawrence and Sandy Cole and Ruben Gutierrez. and can donation C-42-1p all of San Angelo, Texas; The family invites you to sister, Dorothy Doughty of leave a message or memory 6:00 - 7:00 Pumpkin Carving - bring your own pumpkin. Oklahoma; brother, Joe Ferris at www.kimblefuneralhometx. We will provide tools to create your design. RDK R.D. 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Another law in the same A message section applies to drivers. Sec 552.003 says that vehi- from Chief Marvin Ivy cle operators shall yield the right-of-way to pedestrians crossing a roadway in a cross- My son is 40 years old today walks. Actually some parents walk if (1) no traffic control and is getting his Bachelors at the Head Start and some signal is in place or in opera- degree any day now. I am teachers at both the Junior tion; and (2) the pedestrian is very proud of him because he High and High School cam- (A) on the half of the road- is a good father, has worked puses have also gotten used way in which the vehicle is his way through college while to crossing wherever they traveling (B) approaching so being employed and has tried think a direct route will get closely from the opposite half law enforcement as a career them where they need to be. of the roadway as to be in and gone on to other more Sometimes the kids have head- danger. (b) Notwithstanding productive employment. phones on or are texting as Subsection (a), a pedestrian When he and his sister were they walk into traffic. may not suddenly leave a young, I missed many of The Transportation Code curb or other place of safety his sports events and school Section 552.005 addresses and proceed into a crosswalk activities plus many holidays some of this. It says that: (a) in the path of a vehicle so because I was a police officer A pedestrian shall yield right- close that it is impossible for having so much fun, that I of-way to a vehicle on the the vehicle operator to yield. couldn’t be bothered by being highway if crossing a road- (c) The operator of a vehicle there for my kids unless it was way at a place: (1) other than approaching from the rear of very convenient. He chose a in a marked crosswalk or in a vehicle stopped at a cross- different path, and seeing how an unmarked crosswalk at an walk to permit a pedestrian to my grandkids have progressed, intersection; or (2) where a cross a roadway may not pass I know he made the right deci- pedestrian tunnel or overhead the stopped vehicle. The law sion. It is not easy for me to pedestrian crossing has been goes on to describe additional tell him how proud I am of provided. (b) between adjacent penalties if the pedestrian hit him, so I thought it be okay if I intersections at which traffic by a vehicle operator is either bragged to you about him. control signals are in opera- Libero Daneece Stewart (16) readies herself to set the served ball up while D’dra Gallegos- blind or disabled. I’ll talk more Speaking of kids, we have tion, a pedestrian may cross Samora (21) heads for the net to receive the set up. Kaitlin Lumpkins (11) closely watches about this next week. a problem brewing here in only at a marked crosswalk. the play develop in case she is needed. The Lady Eagles won three out of the four games Meanwhile, let’s all do what Junction. Someone I respect (c) A pedestrian may cross against the Medina Lady Bobcats. we can to keep our kids safe and admire complained to me a roadway intersection diago- here in the Land of Living is long gone, I do not dwell on at a council meeting last week nally only if and in the manner Waters. the past because I know there that our kids have gotten away authorized by a traffic control are many more opportunities from using the school cross- device. for me, for all of us, in each Senior day. We just have to give it everything we’ve got. We are SMALL TOWN BY KRISTI HULL the examples for the younger Moments generations. Those kids look up to us in awe, wanting to be just like the big seniors of Henry David Thoreau once 218 days left to be Junction Junction High School. I was said, “You must live in the Eagles; let’s make the most of one of them once, so let’s all present, launch yourself on the days ahead! do our best to be a great exam- every wave, find your eternity When I think of one example ple for them. in each moment.” when I lived a day to the full- In the blink of an eye, our As we prepare for the next est, it was my junior year when high school days will be over, step in our lives, there is plenty our Junction High School Lady and our new lives will begin. of excitement, worry, hap- Eagles track team competed Before we go our separate piness, and stress involved. in the District track meet and ways, there are so many mem- Decisions need to be made, brought home the gold, and ories to be made, laughs to be and we become the people we also brought out the more emo- shared, smiles to be exchanged, were born to be. Throughout tional side of our coach. wins to be earned, and happi- this self-finding journey, we Our little team with big ness to be found. So let’s all tend to forget one very impor- hopes hopped on the bus and make this last year one we will tant thing, and that is to live headed to Mason, Texas. All never forget! for today. our hard work was put to the Chelsea Black – JHS Senior Class of 2014, we have so test that day, and we put it to 2014 many memories and experienc- good use. We medaled in near- es to look back on. I remember ly every event we ran, jumped, Sudoku Solution being in elementary school and or threw in that day. We gave Sudoku Solution #2768-D literally being scared of how it all we had, and we earned the 1 3 6 2 9 big the high schoolers were! title of District Champions. All 8 4 7 5 Now that I am one, I can- the hours of practice, sweat, 3 9 2 4 8 5 1 7 6 not see how anyone could be aches, and pains were all worth 6 5 1 2 9 7 8 4 3 light fixtures. We should not afraid of someone like me. I it just to see our track coach, 7 2 8 9 6 1 5 3 4 also remember thinking that Rob McAdams, tear up when Fort McKavett need any more electrical work 9 1 3 5 4 8 7 6 2 for quite a while. it would take me forever to we received our plaque. It sure 5 6 4 7 2 3 9 1 8 The group then talked about become a senior. The time has felt good to win! Smoke Signals some of the projects we need flown by, and here I am, 218 That moment will always 4 7 6 8 1 9 3 2 5 to focus on in the near future. days until graduation. But hey, hold a special place in my 2 8 5 3 7 4 6 9 1 by Lisa Lester Completing the pump project who’s counting? So we have heart. Even though that feeling 1 3 9 6 5 2 4 8 7 is very important. We would © 2009 Hometown Content The Fort McKavett Fire sources for purchasing foam, also like to repair or replace Department held its monthly and David will be going to our flag pole so that we can fly meeting on Monday, October San Angelo this week and will our flags for events. It was also Sports Injury Clinic for Injured 14. David Newton reported the purchase five gallons for the suggested that we look into a exciting news that he and his department. fire hazard sign or burn ban committee found a great truck Rose sold the group six tables sign to put out in front of our for us, and he’d picked it up and 20 chairs and donated a building as needed. We will Middle & High School Athletes earlier in the day. Everyone floor fan to the department. check with area fire depart- went out to the bay to look at Now that we have more tables ments to see what signage they the F450 truck with a flat bed. and chairs, we need to pur- use and where they purchased PHYSICIAN EVALUATIONS The truck only has 36, 450 chase another chair caddy and a their signs. It was also sug- miles on it and looks great. The table caddy. Members decided gested that we put fire truck SATURDAY MORNINGS flat bed on the back will hold a to review the number of tables warning signs on the highway water pump skid and at least a and chairs in the spring and in both directions. The group AT HCM 500 gallon water tank. It does determine if any more need to wants to look into getting these need new tires so David will be purchased before our fund- signs installed. purchase the appropriate tires. raising event. Jane, Betty and Rose agreed August 31 - November 9 Buddy will contact the Jane reminded members that to serve on the nomination regional offices of the Texas rental of the community center committee. Voting on officers 8:30am - 10am Forestry Service to determine is $75 a day and that rental of for 2014 will take place during the procedure for having them the whole building is $150.00 a our November 11 meeting. pick up the old deuce and half. day. A $200 deposit for either Jane reminded everyone that Located at Hill Country Memorial Hospital Several members will meet at rental is required. The deposit Bunco will be this Wednesday, 1020 S State Hwy 16 / Fredericksburg the fire station on Wednesday, check is returned once it has October 16, at 5:30. She also (Front entrance on the left—enter through Admissions) October 16, to train on the new been determined that the facil- reported that the Hext Fire truck, make a list of equipment ity was left in the proper condi- department is holding their fun- we need to take off the old tion. Jane also reminded every- draiser on Saturday, October A coach and a parent or legal guardian must attend. deuce and half and determine one that our RV spots rent for 26. She reminded members that First-come / First-served what equipment we will need $20 a day. their fish fry is great and that for the new truck. Ken reported that Alfredo she would be happy to sell eve- If an injury requires imaging or soft goods, Lisa reported that our defi- and his father did a great job ryone some tickets for Hext’s a fee will be charged. brillator arrived, and she of clearing brush and mowing raffle. showed it to the members. the back area after the last rain. The meeting was adjourned. (830) 997-4353 Ron’s wife is recovering from Buddy pointed out that Warren For more information call: surgery but should be able to spent a lot of time mowing Crossword Solution attend our November meeting around the building just before Sponsored by Hill Country Memorial in association and give the members a com- the five days of rain but that A D A M LastThis Puzzleweek’s D E K E solution with Orthopedic Surgeons: Joseph M. Cohn, MD / plete training on the use of the after the rain all sign of his hard O L I N G E N O Solution J. Steven Hoerster, MD / Daniel B. Robertson, MD / defibrillator. Currently, it will work quickly disappeared. H O G A C A N D L E E N D S R A R E E A R T H P. Charles Romanick, MD be stored in the meeting room Ken also reported that an O H R E S T S E E next to the first aid kit. electrician came out during the F A B R I C M O T H E A T E N A C A L L E N E U R A L S E B R A Ron Dickson agreed to be previous week to run electricity A D V A N C E T I M E S T A R O N www.hcmdocs.com G O R T A R I S E L I S T our fire chief, and the mem- to the pump that will be used to L O R D A N D S N U G G L E hillcountrymemorial.org T W O G O S T E A L bers enthusiastically voted to refill our trucks with water from S O C I E T Y accept him in that position. our rain-water collection sys- E M I T S S A L I Ron reported that several mem- tem. He also installed lights out H I V A X E Remarkable Health Care bers have helped him find two in the BBQ area and repaired S-1138 Page 6 The Junction Eagle, Wednesday, October 23, 2013

they’re up against the number ing spread offenses this sea- three-ranked 1-A team in the son, but, with Mason, “it’s Eagles state and that they’ll have like playing our evil twin,” Continued from Page 1 to execute as well as they because the Punchers basical- ever have and make their own ly run the same offense as the Rushing yards were cred- opportunities (like forcing Eagles, which he said is dif- ited to: Justus Young-7/68; turnovers). “They (Punchers) ficult. He said that rather than Martinez-8/84; J. Perez-12/64; have a huge offensive line, competing to see who has the Rivas-16/68; Salazar-3/32; averaging 230 pounds. Their bigger muscle, the Eagles are Asa Plumley-1/5; Danny defensive line is extremely working to play “smarter”, Perez-4/18 and Newbury-1/29. quick.” using “counter tactics”. J. Perez and Clay Dennis Coach Spivey likened The game starts at 7:30 caught passes, and Cole Mason’s 2013 team to the one on Friday at Eagle Stadium. Mason punted once for 40 the Eagles faced two years What will have a positive yards. Dontay Foy and J. ago. He said that he’s asking impact on our young men is Modesto handled the kickoff the Eagles to give their best a loud, supportive, full grand- duties. effort. He’s told his players stand. They’ve worked hard; Scoring for Junction were that the Punchers are beat- they’ll do their best and they Martinez-12 points; Rivas- able, but that they’ll have to need their community’s back- 6, Newbury-6, Dennis-8 (a execute perfectly. “We know ing. Come to the game; bring Martinez pass to Dennis in this is a team to which we your noise-makers! Stand the end zone, plus two PATs) can’t give away anything....no strong, Eagles! and Young-2-point conver- turnovers, no untimely penal- Junction Middle School sion. ties.” games are in Mason on Regarding the upcom- Senior Eagle Whitworth Thursday, at 5 and 6 p.m., ing game against the Mason expects “a really tough followed by the junior varsity Punchers, Coach Spivey said game”. He explained that the game at 7. that his players know that Eagles have mostly been fac-

nity to continue to offer myself meaning Republicans who rep- Jesse Stratton, singer/songwriter, will be providing entertainment at the Cystic Fibrosis

in public service as a way to resent metro constituents. Like “Great Strides Walk”, sponsored by Kimble Hospital, to be held on Saturday, November 2. Henneke give something back to the Ted Cruz, I’m not a “go-along Continued from Page 1 wonderful people of Southwest to get along” Republican. I’ll fight any force that threatens attending Georgetown Uni- Texas.” Cystic Fibrosis “Great Strides Walk” to the well-being of the people of versity and the University of As county attorney, Henneke District 53.” Texas Law School. Prior to has applied conservative values to his daily operations. As Henneke is married to be held November 2 moving to Kerrville in 2007, submitted by continues. The cost of this Additional prizes are available, a fiscal conservative, Henneke Lesley, and they have two he served with distinction Kimble Hospital research continues to escalate and a good time is guaranteed regularly cut his budget and sons, Michael and Jonathan. under Texas Attorney General as sophisticated, new technol- to be had by all! returned a surplus each year; He and his wife are small Greg Abbott as an Assistant Cystic Fibrosis “Great ogy must be developed to save Entertainment will be pro- under Henneke’s leadership, business owners of Judicial Attorney General in the Strides Walk”, sponsored by these precious lives. vided by Jesse Stratton, singer/ the County Attorney’s office Workplace Arbitrations, Inc. General Litigation Division. Kimble Hospital, will be held By investing in CF research, songwriter and member of generates twice in direct rev- Henneke is on the Advisory Henneke was elected as the on November 2, 2013, at the you are investing in the lives Cameran Nelson and Guardrail enue and savings as the cost Council to the Kerrville Kerr County Attorney in Coke Stevenson Center, with of those with the disease. Damage Ahead. They have to operate the office. Henneke Salvation Army’s Boys & March of 2010 and reelected registration beginning at 8 a.m. Working together, we can give opened for numerous art- believes in enforcing the law Girls Club, an attorney advisor without opposition in 2012. We need you! Every day, the children and young adults ists, including Kevin Fowler, and has refused to give pref- to the Tivy High School Mock Said Henneke, “I am blessed approximately three babies are with CF the quality of life and Randy Rogers, Bart Crow, erential treatment to illegal Trial team, and a member of to work, live, and raise my born with CF in this country, the future they deserve. Lee Brice, Roger Creager and immigrants in criminal pros- the Kerrville Noon Rotary family in rural Texas. I am and every day at least one per- Everyone can be a winner! Cody Johnson. ecutions. Henneke is a strong Club, Kerrville Area Chamber a product of this region, and son with CF dies. Your help is Each person who collects $100 For more information, please private property rights advo- of Commerce, and West Kerr I understand firsthand the urgently needed to ensure that will earn an official Cystic call Ranae Murchison, at 325- cate and is opposed to govern- Chamber of Commerce. He importance of family values, the rapid pace of CF research Fibrosis Foundation T-shirt. 446-8149. and Lesley are active members property rights, and the small- ment use of eminent domain. of the Kerrville First United business work ethic that makes Henneke is unabashedly pro- Methodist Church. Henneke rural Texas great. I believe in life, pro Second Amendment, served as Chairman to the Devils Sinkhole bat tours conclude Halloween individual accountability and and supports better border 2012 Republican Kerr County Just a few tours remain in the To arrange a tour, call 830- will be available. personal responsibility. Our enforcement. Convention, is an associate 2013 bat season at the Devil’s 683-2287 or e-mail tours@ The Devil’s Sinkhole is government should be limited Distinguishing himself from member with the Republican Sinkhole State Natural Area, devilssinkhole.org. 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and we have contacted and Letter to City Council even visited out-of-town businesses considering moving to As Board President of Ex. Director of the JTEDC Kimble County. the JTEDC, I would like to is dropped to a 10 hours a We do have a number of express my concerns regard- week position, then the EDC assets that make us appeal- ing the possible actions of the will collapse into its self and ing to potential light indus- City Council as per tonight’s cease to function. There will tries. 1) We are located on a agenda. I hope you will answer be little time for anything more coast-to-coast Interstate and a my questions and consider my than paying bills, developing well traveled north to south concerns. an agenda, and attending meet- highway. 2) We are also with- My questions are as follows: ings. In addition to losing our in an hour and a half of an • Has the City Council iden- grant writer who has brought international airport. 3) We tified any specific concerns into the community over have a state park, a univer- about the operation of the EDC $470,000 in grants, two other sity adjunct and great outdoor or how it has handled its busi- projects now in the works will activities. However, we also ness? If so, will you please cease to exist: have some stumbling blocks make these concerns public or First, the EDC has $78,000 that have proven to be formi- sit down with the EDC Board, remaining in a government dable - specifically, a weak discuss your concerns, ideas grant set up to be loaned out workforce and limited accept- and suggestions and give the to local business owners who able housing. (Just as an exam- board a time frame in which qualify and who agree to cre- ple, McDonald’s has to bus to address these concerns ate new jobs. The Ex. Director in employees from Kerrville.) before taking action to dis- is currently helping a business Additionally, on occasion a solve the organization? I feel owner fill out the extensive potential business may have Over the head and backwards, Jessey Martinez (1) sets the ball high toward the net. MaKlay that dissolving the EDC is paperwork required for this an insurmountable need that too important to put on the loan and is in contact with Simon (9) and Isela De la Cruz (15) seem to be amazed at Martinez’ gymnastic performance we have been unable to meet in the game against Medina. monthly agenda without any another business owner who though no fault of our own or notice to us, the board. Our has expressed interest in mak- the community’s. ment. board is comprised of some ing application. If this money We had to discontinue meet- Central Hill Country Board Today’s young home buy- hard working volunteers who, is not loaned out in a timely ing with local business owners ers are facing challenges, yet in my opinion, deserve at least manner, the government will recently after the City Council of Realtors those hurdles aren’t chang- an explanation. According to rescind the grant and Junction voted to suspend spending ing younger buyers’ attitudes City Attorney Melanie Spratt- will lose the $78,000. The sec- money for meals. Because it President’s Column about homeownership. There Anderson, this topic should be ond project involves setting up has proven to be difficult to submitted by TexasRealEstate.com is still tremendous affordabil- addressed by the voters of the a 501(c)3 charitable entity for walk into a business and ask ity in the market, and interest City of Junction who voted Despite an uncertain future, a home. Half of respondents the city. In our dealings with the business owner to stop rates are still low. Today’s to create the EDC and placed the Millennial generation – said the reason for buying a local businesses, the EDC came working or waiting on custom- market presents opportunities on the ballot, thus allowing those 32 years old and young- home was their desire to own in contact with one organiza- ers and have a discussion with for young buyers to own a the community to express its tion that wanted to give the er – have more optimism and a home of their own. Twenty- EDC, the Ex. Director and the home, and they recognize that. views about keeping or abol- EDC a building with property confidence about their recent two percent said the affordabil- board president and a board REALTORS® are commit- ishing the organization but could not. Another busi- home purchase than any other ity of homes made them want member had lunch with two ted to making sure those who • Councilman Blackburn ness checked into donating a age group. to purchase. The Millennial different local businesses each are willing and able to own a said he wanted to review all building to the city. However, According to a recent generation is also the second month. It proved to be benefi- home have the opportunity to the city’s records dating back in both cases, because the city National Association of largest group of recent buy- cial to both parties. We were do so. Everyone should have to Jan. 2007, including those of and EDC are not charitable REALTORS® study that eval- ers, accounting for 28 percent able to find out their needs and the ability to pursue the dream the EDC. My question is this: organizations and because the uated the generational differ- of recent purchases. They fol- the problems they were experi- of homeownership. Has he concluded his review? city does not have a charita- encing, and they learned what ences of recent home buyers low Generation X, those born If so, what did he find - good or ble entity of some sort set up, programs we had available and and sellers, 85 percent of buy- between 1965 and 1979, who ers under age 32 believe their made up 31 percent of recent bad? And is he going to request there are no tax advantages our willingness to help them. Senior Center Menu that the city pay to have a for the donors. Without the tax home purchase was a good purchases. Earlier I mentioned the pos- Thursday, October 24 forensic audit performed as he advantages, potential donors financial investment. That is The Millennial generation sibility of incubating new busi- Tamale pie, refried beans, had mentioned doing during wanting to give us buildings, compared to just 50 percent of is the largest in history after nesses. In fact, this has been Spanish rice, tossed salad, the June 10 meeting? land or money dry up. The buyers ages 88 and older. the baby boomers and they one of the EDC’s primary vanilla pudding, salsa My concerns include the fol- The oldest of the Millennial are expected to give the hous- board has had the Ex. Director goals. For those of you unfa- Friday, October 25 generation are starting to buy ing market a boost. However, lowing: researching this, and she is miliar with business incuba- Baked ham w/pineapple, their first home. They under- there are some significant chal- Since our Ex. Director, Mrs. now in the process of mak- tion, what EDC would like to sweet potatoes, mixed stand that homeownership is lenges that might hinder their Whitty, was employed by the ing application. However, this do is acquire office space in vegetables, roll, cookies EDC in 2007, she has continu- process is lengthy and compli- which we can create build- one way to accumulate wealth, ability to purchase homes. Monday, October 27 ously received performance cated. Once in place, however, ing space for two to four new especially for younger families Buyers with student loan debt Swiss steak w/tomatoes & evaluations of “excellent.” In the city would be in a position businesses. Because, like so in today’s world. Currently, may find it difficult to access peppers, macaroni & cheese, my three years on the board, to use or sell the donations many other rural Texas com- they might be facing an uncer- mortgage credit, as well as seasoned carrots, whole wheat her work has been meticulous and use those monies for such munities, it is difficult for us to tain job market, mounting debt, save for a down payment. bread, apple slices and well documented and has things as parks and recreation, attract light industry and new and tighter mortgage lend- The impact of student loan Tuesday, October 29 always been done in a time- incubating new businesses, the business owners not from this ing rules, yet homeownership debt is a concern for future BBQ chicken, baked potato ly manner. Her grant writing fire department, etc. county, we would encourage still matters to them, and they generations and their ability to w/sour cream, mixed skills are outstanding; she is The board realizes that one our local entrepreneurs to start still aspire to one day become become home owners, since vegetables, wheat roll, a self-starter and works well of our main jobs is to create up new businesses by offer- homeowners. those burdened with growing Mandarin oranges with a myriad of constantly new jobs, especially through ing them office space, utilities, The study found that 79 per- monthly debt payments will Wednesday, October 30 changing personalities on her the creation of new businesses. business training, etc. for the cent of Millennials were first- have restricted access to mort- Polish sausage, pinto beans, board. Attracting light industry has first year to 18 months. time home buyers and 65 per- gage credit and could find it cabbage, cornbread, peaches That having been said, if the been one of our primary goals, Jean Jacoby cent of them previously rented harder to save for a down pay- Business and Professional Services Guide

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Junior defensive back Laith Bannowsky (3) cradles the pigskin he’s just intercepted. He Senior running back Austin Rivas (33) has broken through the scrum and chews up the will return it to the Pirates 30 yard line. Four plays later, the Junction Eagles will cross the yardage needed for another Eagles first down. Teammates Drew Martinez (10) and Garet Center Point goal line for the fourth time in last Friday night’s win over the CP Pirates, 34 Martin (52) help to keep Center Point Pirates at bay. to 13.

Eagle quarterback Drew Martinez (10) has handed off the pigskin to Justus Young (20) and then looks for any interference coming their way. Young will move the ball 24 yards on this play. Young averaged 9.7 yards per carry in last Friday’s win over the Center Point Pirates. After two consecutive quarterback sacks, the Pirates had to punt. Eagles senior Daniel Newbury (12) has picked the rolling ball up and will return it 15 yards, dragging a Center Point Pirate with him. Newbury would soon make one of the Junction Eagles’ five touch- downs. Junction-34, Center Point-13

Junction Eagle Asa Plumley (6) lands, after knocking down a Hail Mary pass intended for Sophomore quarterback Asa Plumley (6) picks up five yards for the Junction Eagles, even Center Point Pirates’ Kolby Kitchens (21). Teammate Daniel Newbury (12) was also staying with Center Point Pirate defensive end Frank Thompson (63) trying to take his jersey. Jose close to Kitchens. The Junction Boys plundered the Pirates 34 to 13. Salazar (4) looks on. The Eagles won 34 to 13. These sports pages are provided by the following sponsors:

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Adam Carpenter (10) has plenty of time to get into a good Carl Mogford (55), Darius Carrington (6) and Chace Tomlinson (50) take out this Brady Bulldog ball carrier as teammates passing position before firing the ball. The JV Junction Boys Chandler Wilson (12), Drake Martinez (7) and Dalton Roper (5) move in to give them a hand. won against Brady with a final score of 28-6.

MaKlay Simon (9) digs under the ball as teammates Kaitlin Lumpkins (11) and Isela Dela Cruz (15) prepare to move up close to the net during a game against Medina. After taking a hand-off from Eagle QB Adam Carpenter, Cody Teague (33) gets some running room with the help of Darrius Carrington (6) and Chaz Spivey (70) to make the first down against the Brady Bulldogs on Thursday. Eagles win this one with a 28-6 victory.

Jacee Murr (5) and Jessey Martinez (1) smile as teammate Kaitlin Lumpkins (11) slaps Madison McAdams (12) sets the ball as Holly Vanckhoven ((10) moves in to make the kill. the ball to the Medina side of the court. Isela Dela Cruz (15) moves into position in case of Standing by are Emily Vanckhoven (18) and Caigen Davis (8). a return. The Lady Eagles won against Medina 25-13; 25-8 and 25-22 in Tuesday’s game. These sports pages are provided by the following sponsors: Rowe’s of Chevron Gene’s Go Truck Stop Junction Wesley & Martha Rowe Owner, Mike Townsend Corner of I-10 & Hwy 83 (325) 446-3102 (325) 446-9528 1614 Main (325) 446-2162 Junction, Tx. 76849 Open 24 hours Daniel Eagle Henderson Pride Go Over EAGLES! Roosevelt * 446-2604 All! 1909 N. Main Street, Junction, Texas 76849 325-446-9020 1-866-446-9020

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