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2007 SAHS Homecoming Activities

It's Homecoming time so let's get all this Homecoming stuff back up here at the top of the Front Page!

First off I want to be sure that everyone knows that there were some errors in in the schedule as was reported here and in the Coleman Paper. The Parade will start at 2:00PM and the pregame recognition of Ex Student's will begin at 6:30PM followed by the game which will start at 7:00PM!

One more time here it all is...

This year's Homecoming activities will start on the afternoon of Friday October 5th with a parade down Wallis Avenue at 2:00 PM followed by a pep rally at Perry Gym at 2:30. Parade prizes will be awarded at the pep rally for floats only this year: $150 - First, $100 - Second, and $50 - Third place.

Due to the generous donations of local business's the Ex Students' Association will also offer prizes for decorated cars in this year's parade. Prizes for decorated cars are $25 for first, $20 for second, and $10 for third place.

Local business owners donating to the decorated car and float prizes are:
Santa Anna National Bank
Coleman County Telephone Cooperative
Glenn's Car Sales
Cen-Tex Land
Double H Family Dining
Coleman County Woodshop
That Santa Anna Store
Cool Creek Outfitters
Simmons Feed and Seed
Sunnie's
Santa Anna Grocery
Quilter's Patch

Don't forget the Booster Club will be selling BarBQ sandwiches starting at 6:00 Friday before the game!

There will be a recognition of former SAHS students during pre game ceremonies starting at 6:30. This year's Ex Student of the Year is James Curtis from the Class of 57. Coming Home Queen and King from the Class of 87 are Missy Stansilaw Duquette and Rex Aaron Harper (See below for more information about this year's honorees).

The Homecoming football game will feature the Mountaineers versus Duncanville Christway starting at 7:00 with the SAHS Homecoming Queen to be crowned during halftime ceremonies.

Saturday will start up at 9:00 AM with registration and coffee at the Ex Student's Association Meeting at the Santa Anna High School. The meeting will begin at 10:00 in the High School Auditorium and will include recognition of this year's scholarship recipients, Ex Student of the Year, Homecoming King and Queen, faculty members, and classes. The Santa Anna Booster Club will serve a BarBQ lunch in the Cafeteria.

There will also be a Homecoming Dance at the Armory from 9-12 featuring Rus Wristen and sponsored by the Ex Student Association. Rus is a DJ from Abilene that has been at the Homecoming Dance quite a few times several years ago and he offers quite a range of music. Cost of the Dance will be $7 per person, $10 for couples, no one under 18 without parent, BYOB - no glass containers, and security will be provided.

Please contact James Pelton or Betsy McIver Jones for more information about the Homecoming activities.

SAHS Class of 67 Reunion

The SAHS Class of 1967 will have a 40th reunion Saturday, October 6th at 3:00 PM at the home of Ray and Jean (Robinett) Findley on 205 North 8th Street in Santa Anna.

SAHS Class of 77 and 82 Reunions

The Santa Anna High School Class of 77 and Class of 82 will be joining together celebrating their 30th and 25th class reunions together after the Homecoming football game Friday October 5th. The reunion will be held at a place to be announced at the football game. A BarBQ brisket sandwich and fixins is planned for after the game. Please contact Kim Stewardson Hubbard at 325-214-0912 or James Pelton at 325-348-3458 or e-mail james.pelton@santaannamountaineers.org for more information.

2007 Homecoming Honorees

The Santa Anna Ex Students' Association will recognize the following former SAHS students during pregame ceremonies beginning at 6:30 on Friday and during the Assocation's Annual Meeting on Saturday in the High School Auditorium with registration beginning at 9:00AM. Note the corrected pregame ceremony start time and see below for a a complete schedule of Homecoming activities.

This year's Santa Anna High School Ex Student of the Year from the Class of 57 is James Curtis.

James is the third son of Mr. and Mrs. E. C. Curtis who had three sons and two daughters. He started school at Santa Anna in the eleventh grade and was in the Press Club, Junior Class Reporter, Junior Class Favorite, and Runner Up Mr. SAHS. His Senior year he was Class Vice -President, Runner-Up Mr. SAHS, FHA Dreamboat. He participated in Football, Basketball, and Track.

Two weeks after graduation James joined the United States Navy and served four years and ten years in the reserve as a jet engine mechanic and on the flight line. During this time he served on four different aircraft carriers, seven naval air stations, and one Air Force base.

In December of 1971, James earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Technology from the University of Houston. He worked as a designer/drafter for several engineering, construction, and steel container fabrication companies, and an aerospace company.

James moved back home to Coleman County in 1995 when he moved to Coleman to take care of his mother along with his brothers and sisters. While in Coleman, James has worked as a truck driver traveling to all states in the United States except for Vermont. He has been on three missionary trips to Mexico, and has also been to Spain, France, England, Italy, Greece, Turkey, Haiti, and Canada.

In 2006, James went to work for City and Rural Rides in Coleman as a driver where he enjoys his job, fellow employees, and the people he transports.

In the future James plans to continue to work for CARR, to serve his community, country, and God.

This year's Coming Home Queen from the Class of 87 is Missy Stanislaw Duquette.

Missy has two sons, Matthew who is a Freshman at Angelo State University and Jacob who is a Jr. at Coleman High School. She is the daughter of Brother John and Susie Stanislaw of Coleman.

Missy has been employed with Coleman County State Bank for the past 5 years where she is a Customer Service Representative. She served on the Coleman County Chamber of Commerce, Agriculture and Tourist Bureau Board for 4 years and has helped with the Miss Coleman County Pageant. Missy is also a member of the Coleman Noon Day Lions Club.

This year's Coming Home King from the Class of 87 is Rex Aaron Harper.

Rex is the son of Lois Harper of Santa Anna and Chuck Harper of Del City, Oklahoma. He has two brothers, Damon and Shawn who also graduated from Santa Anna High School.

While in Santa Anna High School Rex was in the Band, played football 4 years, basketball 4 years, ran track 4 years and played Tennis. His senior year he was elected Band Beau. After graduation he attended Tarleton for 3 years.

Homecoming Queen Nominees

The 2007 SAHS Homecoming Queen Nominees are pictured below at the Brookesmith game last week.

The Game

Oh, and there is a football game too!

The 4-1 Santa Anna Mountaineers will take on 2-3 Duncanville Christway Friday night.

The Mountaineers are still ranked 21st in the combined rankings and 18th in Division I this week and are picked to win by 45 over the Duncaville Christway Chaparrals who are ranked 35th overall and 4th in TAPPS Division II according to SixManFootball.com.

Dave Cambpell's 2007 Texas Football magazine lists the players to watch as Bobby Linn, his brother, Brian Linn, and Kolby Burns.

Other prospects lists Chris Polk.

Who they have played:
Lost to Fort Worth Nazarene 43-48
Beat Rowlett Christian Charter 60-12
Lost to Tomball Rosehill 59-74
Lost to Denton Calvary 44-89
Beat Fannindel 49-42

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Booster Club Tailgate Party

The Booster Club Tailgate Party was once again a big hit. I got there just in time for the Alma Mater but didn't get any pictures of the band.

I made a special Tailgate Party photo album but here are some samples of the fun had...

Bluegrass Just Around The Corner

THE ANNUAL Pecan and Bluegrass Festival sponsored by the Clyde Chamber of Commerce is coming up on Oct.13th. A great slate of bands have been booked and we are looking forward to a wonderful show.

If we had to pick one band to list as the headliners it probably would the Herrin Family from Fort Worth. They have been nominated for numerous awards. They were named the fellowship of Christian Music Band of the year in 1999 and nominated for band of the year in 2002.

The new Bluegrass combination from Duffau TX. are sure to provide a unique adventure in traditional original Bluegrass sound. Along with Salt Creek from Abilene. Salt Creek has it's debut cd album Iberis Cemetery Road on the market. New Bluegrass combination also has a cd album available.

Pleasant Run Valley from Buffalo Gap have become a fixture at the Festival. Ronnie and Diane Gill are well known throughout the Big Country for their crowd pleasing Bluegrass Sound. Ronnie and his Banjo take a back seat to no one.

Clyde's very own Four and More featuring Si Tucker and Clint Kniffen will kick off the day's entertainment at around 11:00am. Local entertainment also includes the praising with puppets Youth Ministry Team from Bible Baptist Church.

The Festival will be held in the Pecan Grove west of Bulldog Stadium, there will be a Parade Downtown at 10:00am to start the day full of activities.

The Chamber of Commerce is seeking vendors and Parade entries, if you would like to rent a food booth or an arts and crafts booth, please contact the Clyde Chamber of Commerce at 893-4221, or come by the office at 614 North First Street. Also, please let us know if you plan to be in the Parade.

The keepers car club will be having their annual car show in front of the Junior High Auditorium, which is close walking distance to the Festival grounds. The OE Country Quilters are having a quilt show on the same day at the First Baptist Church Christian Life Center.

If you have any questions or need more information, Please contact the Clyde Chamber of Commerce at 893-4221

Michael Salazar

Michael Salazar, a life long resident of Santa Anna passed away last week at Baylor Medical Center in Dallas.

To some that may not seem too out of the ordinary for someone to live their whole life in Santa Anna, but what makes this out of the ordinary for me is that I have known Mike the entire time I lived in Santa Anna.

He graduated ahead of me with the Class of 81, but his brother and my friend, JR was in my class. I played football and ran track along side him... well mostly behind him. Mike was small in stature but big in heart.

Mike was known to be honest and loyal to his family. He was one of those that was raised right and worked hard for just a little. He had worked for Walmart in Brownwood in the Garden Center for over twelve years.

Mike Salazar, son, brother, uncle, friend... gone but not forgotten.

Coleman County Historical Commission

Submitted by Tex Wright

Lane Guthrie, noted Santa Anna raconteur, will give an interesting and informative history of area silica sand mining and glass production at 7 p.m. this Thursday during the October meeting of the Coleman County Historical Commission. This month’s meeting will be at the Santa Anna Computer Lab.

Santa Anna’s computer lab is at 801 Wallis Ave (U.S. Hwy 67/84) on the southwest corner of Wallis Avenue and 3rd Street. Historical Commission members will provide a light snack at the meeting.

Guthrie’s family has been a part of Santa Anna’s history for over a century. His ancestors settled on the north side of ‘the mountain’ over a hundred years ago and, ever since, the Guthrie family has been active in Santa Anna business, community and church.

A very short business meeting will precede the presentation. Other items on the Commission’s agenda are updates on plans for the Coleman County Sesquicentennial celebration and the latest correspondence from the Texas Historical Commission and the Texas Department of Transportation.

All citizens of, or visitors to, Coleman County are invited to attend this meeting for its interesting content, wonderful snacks and great fellowship. If you plan on attending, please call 325-625-4318 so that planners can get an approximate head count. But, if you don’t get a chance to call, come anyway.

Recent Art Class Pictures on Display

Submitted by Tex Wright
The Santa Anna Library is at the present time displaying some of the art work by a group of students from the summer classes at Sassy’s. These students are from 6 to 16 years of age, and have produced art that would qualify to be in most art shows across the state. Students with art displayed are: Madison Wise – age 6, Kendal Wise – age 7, Ryan Walker – age 10, Jed Anderson – age 10, Dara Wise – age 15, Kolby Moon – age 16. To see this art work come by the Santa Anna Library during business hours, or just peek in the window.

What Does All the Pink Really Mean?

Source: Courtney J. Schoessow, MPH, Extension Program Specialist C Texas Cooperative Extension.

Submitted by: Debbie Hailey, County Extension Agent, Family & Consumer Sciences

October has been recognized as Breast Cancer Awareness month. Many people notice the pink ribbons and bracelets that are worn to promote breast cancer awareness, but they may not fully understand the facts behind these items. Cancer is a disease that occurs when cells become abnormal and divide without control or order. Not only is breast cancer the most common cancer in women, it is also the second leading cause of cancer death in women aside from skin cancer.

Breast cancer is a malignant tumor that grows in one or both of the breasts. It forms in tissues of the breast, usually the ducts (tubes that carry milk to the nipple) and lobules (glands that make milk). Breast cancer is not limited only to women; men are also at risk, although male cases are rare. The most common signs of breast cancer are a lump in the breast, abnormal thickening of the breast, or a change in the shape or color of the breast. These symptoms can be detected through self-exams, but one of the earliest signs of breast cancer can be an abnormality that shows up on a mammogram before it can be felt. Mammography screening remains the best available method for early detection of breast cancer.

Breast cancers that are found because they can be felt tend to be larger and more likely to have already spread beyond the breast. According to the American Cancer Society (ACS), most doctors feel that early detection tests for breast cancer could save many more lives if more women and their health care providers took advantage of these tests.

When should testing begin? According to ACS, women age 40 and older should have a screening mammogram every year and should continue to do so each year. Women in their 20s and 30s should have a clinical breast exam as part of a periodic health exam by a health professional, preferably every 3 years. It is suggested that women in their 20s do a breast self-exam, but there are limitations to self exams, and they should never be substituted for a mammogram. Women at high risk should talk to their doctors about getting an MRI and mammogram every year.

What factors increase your risk of having breast cancer? Breast cancer risk is higher among women whose close blood relatives have this disease. Race has also shown to be an indicating factor. White women are slightly more likely to develop breast cancer than are African-American women, although African-American women are more likely to die of this cancer. It has also been found that women who have had no children or who had their first child after age 30 have a slightly higher breast cancer risk. Having multiple pregnancies and becoming pregnant at an early age reduces breast cancer risk. Obesity has been found to be a risk factor to many diseases; breast cancer is no exception. Being overweight or obese has been found to increase breast cancer risk, especially for women after menopause. Likewise, evidence is growing that physical activity in the form of exercise reduces breast cancer risk. Use of alcohol is clearly linked to an increased risk of developing breast cancer. The risk increases with the amount of alcohol consumed.

False risk factors have been circulated through many means, including the Internet. Rumors have suggested that chemicals in underarm antiperspirants are absorbed through the skin, interfere with lymph circulation, cause toxins to build up in the breast, and eventually lead to breast cancer. Rumor also suggested that bras cause breast cancer by obstructing lymph flow. There is very little laboratory or population-based evidence to support either rumor. Additionally, silicone implants have been a suggested risk factor. Implants do make it harder to see breast tissue on standard mammograms, but additional x-ray pictures (called implant displacement views) can be used to more completely examine the breast tissue.

According to ACS, the chance of developing invasive breast cancer at some time in a woman’s life is about 1 in 8. The chance that breast cancer will be responsible for a woman’s death is about 1 in 35. These statistics have been on the decline, and the reason for that decline is believed to be the result of earlier detection through screening and increased awareness, as well as improved treatment.

What can you do to reduce your risks of breast cancer? Suggested practice for good breast health for women includes:

·        Obtain regular mammography screenings starting at the age of 40.

·        Obtain annual clinical breast exams.

·        Perform monthly breast-self exams, if you wish.

·        Obtain a risk assessment from a physician.

So, the next time you see someone wearing a pink ribbon or bracelet, remember the things that can be done to protect yourself or your loved one from becoming a victim of breast cancer.

Source: Courtney J. Schoessow, MPH, Extension Program Specialist C Texas Cooperative Extension. September 2007. Texas Cooperative Extension Family and Consumer Sciences website: http://fcs.tamu.edu/.

Educational programs of Texas Cooperative Extension are open to all people without regard to race, color, sex, disability, religion, age, or national origin.

The Texas A&M University System, U.S. Department of Agriculture, and the County Commissioners Courts of Texas Cooperating

Booster Club Meeting

The Santa Anna Booster Club will be holding a meeting Monday night at 6:30 in the School Cafeteria to finalize plans for Homecoming activities.

Anyone interested in helping or who are members of the Booster Club should attend.

The Booster club will be sponsoring a Wednesday night tailgate party and pep rally for students and fans to be held at the school between the gym and tennis courts at 7:30PM.

They will be having sausage wraps and drinks.

The Booster Club is also planning to have BarBQ brisket sandwichs available before the game on Friday starting at 6:00PM and BarBQ plate lunches for $7 per plate at the School Cafeteria Saturday following the Ex Students meeting on Saturday.

Friday Night Lights

The Santa Anna Mountaineers took on the Brookesmith Mustangs in Brookesmith Friday night and came away with a 57-12 victory with 5:03 left in the third quarter and the game ending with the 45 point rule.

I will get the game photos up a little later this week.

NRCS Texas Accepts Applications for EQIP Funding

Submitted By: David L. Dunlap CEA-Ag/NR

Temple, Texas – Texas agricultural landowners interested in participating in the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) need to apply by Nov. 16, 2007, if they have not already done so to be eligible for the next round of funding, according to the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS).

“Although EQIP is a continuous sign-up program, some producers may not have signed up yet,” said Don Gohmert, NRCS state conservationist for Texas. “We will rank all eligible applications received by the end of the ranking period on Nov. 16 for 2008 funding. There is a strong possibility that EQIP funds will become available in October.”

EQIP promotes agricultural production and environmental quality. Through EQIP, farmers and ranchers receive financial and technical assistance to help install conservation practices and to implement management systems that promote conservation. Financial assistance is on a cost-shared basis with the producer. The technical assistance is provided at 100 percent of the cost by NRCS. According to Gohmert, there are a few changes in EQIP for 2008.

NRCS is adding another statewide resource concern to the program at the recommendation of the State Technical Committee. Funding will be provided in 2008 specifically for conservation practices that improve habitat for the pronghorn antelope in west Texas.

Also new in 2008 will be a process to streamline payments. Instead of the traditional percentage-of-cost rates, NRCS will offer flat-rate payments based on a schedule for each conservation practice.

“Landowners will know up-front what the payment in dollars will be,” Gohmert said.

“One important component of EQIP that remains the same is the input needed from the local level to make EQIP address the most pressing resource concerns there,” Gohmert said. “Our local offices may be holding program development group and local working group meetings very soon to gather that input.” NRCS offices and local soil and water conservation district officials will have more information about local meetings.

To sign up for EQIP or to get more information, contact the NRCS office serving your county. Look in the phone book under “U.S. Government, Department of Agriculture,” or find your service center on the Web at http://offices.sc.egov.usda.gov/locator/app.

You can also get information about Texas NRCS conservation technical assistance and programs at www.tx.nrcs.usda.gov.

TEXAS MIDWEST CONFERENCE
VALUABLE FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

What is the challenge in your community? Tax base needs a boost…school enrollment dwindling… housing shortage… businesses need stable workforce… local citizens need to be inspired? Solutions and suggestions to address these issues and others will be offered at the 14th Annual Texas Midwest Conference, Oct. 17, at the Abilene Civic Center.

Community leaders will receive information related to community development, tourism, economic development, workforce issues, and healthcare. Features of the annual conference include solution seminars, information expo, live entertainment, luncheon catered by Perini Ranch Steakhouse and community awards.

Texas Department of Agriculture Commissioner Todd Staples is the featured speaker for the awards luncheon during the conference.

State agencies participating in the Info Expo include Office of Rural Community Affairs (ORCA), Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA), Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), and Texas Water Development Board (TWDB). Also participating are USDA, Texas Tech Small Business Development Center, Big Country Area Health Education Center, Hendrick Health System, West Central Texas Council of Governments, Workforce Solutions of Concho Valley and of West Central Texas, Journal Communications and Texas Forts Trail.

For complete details on solution seminar topics and speakers offered at the conference go to the Texas Midwest website at texasmidwest.org.

Pre-registration for the conference is $35, which covers all activities and the conference luncheon. Walk-in registration is $40. A discount for 5 or more from one community or organization is also available. For information call 325-676-0329 or e-mail tmcn@tmcn.org.

TMCN member cities include Abilene, Albany, Anson, Aspermont, Baird, Ballinger, Brady, Breckenridge, Bronte, Brownwood, Buffalo Gap, Cisco, Clyde, Coleman, Colorado City, Comanche, Cross Plains, De Leon, Dublin, Early, Eastland, Eden, Goldthwaite, Gorman, Hamilton, Hamlin, Haskell, Knox City, Merkel, Munday, Ranger, Robert Lee, Roscoe, Rotan, San Angelo, Santa Anna, Snyder, Stamford, Sweetwater, Throckmorton, Tye, and Winters.

4-H News... Extra

September 12, 2007
By: David L. Dunlap CEA-Ag/NR and Debbie Hailey, CEA-FCS

ASU Block & Bridle Fall Expo

October 14, 2007

Angelo State University Block & Bridle Club announces their Fall Expo which will take place on Sunday, October 14, 2007 at the Tom Green County 4-H Building; same location as JMGSC Double Pointed Show on Saturday. This includes two Junior Meat Goat Show Circuit Sanctioned Shows and two JMGSC Sanctioned Showmanship opportunities for exhibitors.

Entry Deadline: Friday, October 5th, 2007

SHOW A
Judge: Will Hartnett - Veribest Ag Science Teacher, MS Animal Science, Angelo State Univ.
Show Time: 9:00 a.m.
Weights: Official 7:00 - 8:30 a.m.
Entry Fee: $20; Late Entry: $10

SHOW B
Judge: Marty Gibbs, Runnels County Extension Agent
Time: Immediately after Show A
Weights: New goats only, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Entry Fee: $20; Late Entry: $10

Mail Entries to: ASU Fall Expo
Box 10888, ASU Station
San Angelo, TX 76909

Contact: Corey Owens
Phone: 325-942-2027, Ext. 285; or 325-224-8062
E-Mail: corey.owens @angelo.edu

Texas 4-H Center - 4-H Camps in November

The Texas 4-H Center at Lake Brownwood would like to announce two upcoming camps. "Camp Character - Military Style" for Junior age members(ages 9 to 14) and "Do It For the Dance" for Senior 4-H age members (ages 14 to 19). Registration for each of these camps may be made using the 4-H Connect system. Read below for more information for each of these camps:

"Camp Character - Military Style", Junior Leadership Retreat - November 9 -11, 2007
Cost - Junior age youth (ages 9 to 14) $110, Adult Chaperones $74 ; Registration includes 2 nights lodging, 4 meals, snacks and program supplies.
Who - Junior age 4-H members ages 9 to 14 and adult sponsors
Objective & Purpose - This Junior Leadership Retreat was designed to utilize Texas 4-H Council members who will teach leadership development to younger 4-H members allowing 4-H members to develop communication, teamwork, cooperation and leadership skills.
Service Project - 4-H members who attend this retreat are asked to bring one "Huggable" (small stuffed animals) for distribution to children who have a family member who is deployed.
Theme - Camp Character Military Style recognizes the commitment and leadership of our U.S. Military.
Theme Dance on Saturday - Boot Camp! Don't forget your costume!
Registration opens on 4-H Connect September 15 through November 2nd, 2007

"Do It for the Dance" - Learning to Serve at the Texas 4-H Conference Center
Fall Leadership Retreat - November 16 - 18, 2007
Cost - Senior age youth (ages 14 to 19) $110, Adult Chaperones $74. Registration includes 2 nights lodging, 4 meals, snacks and program supplies.
Who- Senior age 4-H members ages 14 to 19 and adult sponsors
Objective & Purpose - This state-wide leadership development opportunity will focus on basics in communication skills, leadership, impromptu speaking, team building, etiquette, service learning how to manage groups, and more.
Service Project - To commemorate the 100th birthday celebration of Texas 4-H, the Fall Leadership participants have an opportunity to "leave their mark" on the 4-H Conference Center. During this service learning activity 4-Hers will assist in renovating the common area of nine dormitories ( painting, polishing, sewing and re-decorating). 4-Hers can earn a "Do It For the Dance" t-shirt during this weekend retreat.
Registration opens on 4-H Connect September 15 through November 2nd, 2007

For a tentative event schedule and other important information regarding these two camps, come by the County Extension Office, 2nd floor County Courthouse.

Gouldbusk Play Day and Ranch Rodeo

The Gouldbusk Rodeo Association will hold a Play Day and Ranch Rodeo on Saturday, October 27th at the Gouldbusk Arena. The Play Day will be held in the afternoon preceding the rodeo. Play Day events will include: barrels, poles, and flags with divisions for all ages. The Ranch Rodeo will be held that evening and will include events as follows: penning, branding, wild cow milking, steer saddling, and doctoring. The teams will consist of 5 member teams with 4 participating at a time. Entry fees will be $100 per event. At least 6 teams are needed for the rodeo to be held. It was initially announced that only Coleman County teams would be taken but the rodeo has been opened up to out of county teams. For more information contact Aaron Loyd at 325-669-3467 or 325-357-4918 or ranch_hand2000@hotmail.com.

4-H News - August 30, 2007

STOCK SHOW SCHEDULES

State Fair (Dallas) Schedule - http://www.bigtexlivestock.com

BARROWS Judge: Ryan Sites, OK
Arrival: Mon., Oct.1, 8 AM - 8 PM , Gate 15
ALL Weight cards:Tues. Oct. 2, 8 AM -1 PM
Show Time: Wednesday, Oct. 3, 8:00 AM (BOPB, WOPB, Hampshire, Yorkshire)
Thursday, Oct. 5, 8:00 AM (Duroc, Cross)
Release: Terminal Sale: Friday, October 5, 10:00 a.m.

LAMBS Judge: Keith Berry, IA
Arrival: Monday, October 1, 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM, Gate 15
Classification & Weight cards turned in : October 2, by 10:00 AM
Show Time: Wednesday, October 3, 2:00 PM
Begin Release / Relocate: Wed., Oct.. ,5 PM
Sale: Friday, October 5, 10:00 AM

GOATS Judge: Brian Faris, NC
Arrival: Mon.,Oct. 1, 8 AM - 8 PM , Gate 15
Weight cards: Tues. Oc.r 2, by 12:00 PM
Show Time: Wed., Oct. 3, 8:00 AM
Begin Release / Relocate: Oct.r 3, 2:00 PM
Sale: Friday, Oct. 5, 10:00 AM

STEERS Judge: Randy Daniel- GA
Arrival: Tues. Oct. 2, 8 AM - 6 PM, Gate 15
Classification, Hair Check, Weight cards: Wednesday, October 3, by 10:00 AM
Show Time: Thursday, October 4, 8:00 AM
Begin Release / Relocate: Thurs.,Oct. 4, 5 PM
Sale : Friday, October 5, 10:00 AM

National 4-H Week - October 7 - 13, 2007

National 4-H Week is an excellent time to promote your club or tell others what you have been active with in 4-H. We encourage each of you to make a contribution to your club during the week. Here are just a few ideas that are considered to be Leadership in 4-H that you can do for your club, your community, your country, and your world.
* Attend the Annual 4-H Achievement Banquet
* Write an article for the local newspaper on What 4-H Means To You or what others should know
* Decorate store windows
* Recruit 4-Hers
* Talk to groups or organizations about 4-H

......In other words, let*s tell everyone about 4-H. If you have any questions about National 4-H Week, contact the Coleman County Extension Office at 625-4519.

LAMB & GOAT VALIDATION

October 20,
1:00 p.m.,
Coleman Rodeo Grounds

4-H Calendar

October
1 - 6 State Fair of Texas (Dallas)
4 Santa Anna 4-H Club Meeting
6 Fiesta de la Paloma
7-13 NATIONAL 4-H WEEK
10 Panther Creek 4-H Club Meeting
11 Coleman 4-H Club Meeting
20 County-wide Lamb & Goat Validation

Check This Out !!! TEXAS 4-H INTERNET PAGE has a new look. It*s bright, colorful, very easy to use. The web address is: texas4-h.tamu.edu .

4-H is a community of young people across America, who are learning leadership, citizenship, and life skills !

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