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The 6-1 Santa Anna Mountaineers will take on the 1-5 Blanket Tigers Friday night at Mountaineer Stadium.
The Mountaineers remain at 24th in the combined rankings and 19th in Division I this week and are picked to win by 45 over the Blanket Tigers who are ranked 75th overall and 47th in Division I according to SixManFootball.com.
Dave Cambpell's 2007 Texas Football magazine lists the players to watch as Neil Dove, James Nance, David Carr, Brian Box, Timothy Langston, Chris Boykin, Micah Green, Darrell Greenwood, Rey Ramos, and Caleb Reich.
Who they have played:
Lost to Abbott 22-49
Beat Brookesmith 52-12(Santa Anna Beat Brookesmith 57-12)
Lost to Rochelle 22-42
Lost to Cherokee 38-42
Lost to Zephyr 36-82(Santa Anna Beat Zephyr 57-34)
Lost to Gordon 14-60
Looking at the Brookesmith game you would think it might be a little better game this week but then the Zephyr games paint a little different picture.
See ya at the game!
Submitted by Tex Wright
Countywide Insurance’s Santa Anna Office has been officially opened.
On Thursday Countywide hosted the Santa Anna Chamber of Commerce monthly breakfast. Over 30 of the local business people came by for eggs, fruit and/or sweets. A ribbon cutting was held early so that many of the businesses could participate as owner Alicia Sanders cut the ribbon. Chamber president Nancy Wylie brought a pair of shears that had been used through most of the 20th century to be used to cut the ribbon.
L - R in the picture: Pat Wright - Agent from Countywide's Coleman Office, Denise Montgomery, Amber Boldin, Vicki Coats, Janice Fellers, Nathan Wise, Alicia Sanders - Owner of Countywide Insurance, Tex Wright - Inspector and office manager of Santa Anna Office, Nancy Wylie - President - Santa Anna Chamber of Commerce, Jim Spillman
Countywide has been in business in Santa Anna for many years, but recently moved to the new facilities at 1106 Wallis (corner of Wallis and 7th St).
Open house was held all day with visitors, new and old customers dropping by for coffee and snacks. Agents were available to discuss insurance needs with anyone who needed their assistance.
Tex Wright, inspector and office manager, hosted the events with owner Alicia Sanders, Pat Wright, Agent, Esther Tabor, agent and Kathy Yarbrough, Clerk, from the home (Coleman) office pitching in to help make this an enjoyable event for the people of Santa Anna.
Your friends at Countywide offer a big Thank You to those who came by. It made this a very special day for all.
By: Luther Dunlap, CEA-Ag
Lamb and Goat Validation for all county and state lambs and goats will be this Saturday, October 20, 2007, beginning at 1:00 p.m. at the Coleman Rodeo Grounds. All 4-H and FFA exhibitors planning to exhibit lambs or goats (county or major stock shows) during the 2008 stock show year need to bring their animals to the rodeo grounds on this day for validation.
It is very important that parents and exhibitors attend. For state validation records, we will need parent (or guardian) and exhibitor signatures. In the event that a parent will be unable to attend with their child*s project being state validated, a parent/guardian must sign a Waiver in order for the animals to be state validated
Cost for county tags are $3.00 each, State Tags are $7.00 each. If you have any questions, please call the County Extension Office at 325-625-4519 or contact your Ag Science Advisor.
The Santa Anna office of Countywide Insurance will be hosting this month's Chamber of Commerce Breakfast on Thursday October 18th from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM at its new location at 1106 Wallis Avenue.
They will also be having an open house from 9:00 AM until 5:00 PM with cookies, drinks, and agents to assist you with your insurance needs.
On Monday I poured out a half inch or so out of my gauges and Tuesday I had about 150 miles of fog on the way to work in Goldthwaite and then on to Waco. Most of it cleared off by mid morning.
by: Sharon Robinson PhD, RD
Submitted by Debbie Hailey, CEA-FCS
Some children love to hate vegetables much to the chagrin of their parents. This can present a challenge in meeting the daily 2 ½ cups of vegetables recommended by MyPyramid for Kids. Parents need not loose heart. “It’s important to keep offering vegetables to children,” says Dr. Sharon Robinson, a Registered Dietitian with Texas Cooperative Extension. She goes on to say that research with young children demonstrates that children may need to be offered a new food ten or twelve times before they will warm up to it.
Parents can improve the likelihood that their children will try vegetables by including children with the preparation of vegetables. For example, children can help wash vegetables or help to assemble a colorful veggie plate as a snack. Remember to have them wash their hands, first. Children can also help select vegetables at the store.
The most important thing a parent can do - is to model good behavior. Ensure that your child sees you enjoying vegetables often.
When it comes to knowing how much, it helps to have a visual image in mind. For example, one half of a 9-inch dinner plate should be covered with vegetables, or fruits and vegetables.
With patience and positive role modeling by parents and friends, children can grow to love vegetables.
To learn more about nutrition for children visit MyPyramid for Kids at http://www.mypyramid.gov/kids/index.html . Texas Cooperative Extension offers free or low-cost classes on nutrition. Contact your local county Extension agent, Debbie Hailey, at 325-625-4519, to determine what is available in your area.
Submitted by Tex Wright
Saturday afternoon a large group gathered to help and celebrate the opening of Serenity Massage.
Pictured below are: Kellie Tidwell, SARMA representive; Nikki Donham; Harold Musick; Tammy Hale; Bobby Seale; Effrin Reyna; Dakota Donham; Stephen Donham; Leann Donham; Judy Musick; Darell King; Monica Donham;Aaron Donham; Laci Donham.
Picture by Sarah Pelton
Leann Donham, assisted by husband Stephen and son Dakota, hosted many clients, friends, and relatives at the Grand Opening of Serenity Massage. The business has been open about 3 weeks and is being patronized by many of the local population. Leann has been in business in another location for nearly a year.
Pictured below is Leann Donham cutting the ribbon.
Picture by Sarah Pelton
This is not your standard place of business, being run by Leann Donham, who at age 21 is the youngest business owner in Santa Anna. Serenity is a fully equipped shop offering massage from head to toe, using lubricants of many different aromas.
Hydro-therapy, Spa Therapy, and standard massage therapy are just a few of the many special treatments offered here.
The motto of the business is: “When you just need to get away”
This is the reason you would want to come by and see Leann Donham at SERENITY MASSAGE.
Mrs. Donham wishes to say “Thanks” to all her clients and friends who came by on Saturday.
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The Santa Anna Mountaineers took on the Rising Star Wildcats Friday night in Rising Star.
I didn't get to go to the game but I read where the Mountaineers were ahead 54-30 when the game was called due to an injured Rising Star player.
The player was flown by helicopter to an Abilene hospital and then apparently released only to be flown to Fort Worth and then released again on Saturday according to reports on SixManFootball.com.
The Mountaineers will go to 1-0 in District play and 6-1 for the season and will face Blanket here this week.
Submitted by Sarah Beal
The construction of the “Expo Center” activity building on the grounds of the Youth Activity Center is moving right along. Workers have been on site for several weeks. The frame, outside sheet metal, roof, and insulation are in place. Dirt was hauled into the structure this past week. It took 38 bellydump truckloads to fill the floor inside the structure. A bulldozer was used to distribute the loads evenly. Bricklayers have been working on the restroom and wash rack walls. Electricians and plumbers have been working, also. Coleman ISD donated a set of bleachers for the building. Go by and take a look, the building is quite impressive. It blends in well with the Franklin Center and really dwarfs the horse barn. The road from the entrance was paved but will need a “cure” time before it can be driven on. Work is continuing on the new entrance.
Inside view of barn showing the greatroom walls going up.
Activities at the Franklin Community Center have included 4-H Club Back-to-School Bash, 4-H meetings, shooting sports meetings, CCYAC board meetings, Sesquicentennial meeting, Circle C Cattle Women meeting, Hurtado Wedding reception, class reunion and Fiesta Lalapalooza concert on the dance slab.
Donations
Mike & Casey Ray-use of trucks to haul dirt for Expo Center
Joe Pat Hemphill- dirt for center
Jackie & Lanham Horne-dozer work inside Expo Center
Dale & Dusty Greaves-dozer work to load dirt for Center
Coleman ISD-bleachers
Memorials
In memory of Cynthia Lynn Garrett Philpot by Bill & Elaine Moore and Family, Dan Taylor Family, William D. & Geneva Garrett, Lynn & Trisha Owens, Bill & Ginger Sneed, Scott & Sheila Ogden, Gouldbusk Homemakers Club, Coleman County 4-H Council
In memory of Glen Wilson by Dan Taylor Family
In memory of Lynn Stephenson by Dan Taylor Family, David & Karen Huff, Coleman Veterinary Clinic/Dr. & Mrs. R. M. Edington, Dr. & Mrs. Mark Swening, Dr. Sharilyn & James Nall, Dr. Johnny Needham, Mike & Tanya Barker
In memory of Olive Flynn by Dan Taylor Family, Stan & Alana Brudney, Lynn & Trisha Owens, Don & Marian Johnson, Brett & Barbara Autry, Mike & Tanya Barker, Kit & Donna Pace, Bowen Drug Store/Jim Stokes
In memory of June Schaffner by Taylor Real Estate Sales, Ted & Sonjia Taylor, Lang & Ann Martin
In memory of Betty Day by Lynn & Trisha Owens, by Coleman Veterinary Clinic/Dr. & Mrs. R. M. Edington, Dr. & Mrs. Mark Swening, Dr. Sharilyn & James Nall, Dr. Johnny Needham
In memory of Avis Poldrack by Lynn & Trisha Owens
In memory of Sherri Taliaferro by Coleman Veterinary Clinic/Dr. & Mrs. R. M. Edington, Dr. & Mrs. Mark Swening, Dr. Sharilyn & James Nall, Dr. Johnny Needham
In memory of Martha Autry by Coleman Veterinary Clinic/Dr. & Mrs. R. M. Edington, Dr. & Mrs. Mark Swening, Dr. Sharilyn & James Nall, Dr. Johnny Needham
In memory of Tommy Holland by Coleman Veterinary Clinic/Dr. & Mrs. R. M. Edington, Dr. & Mrs. Mark Swening, Dr. Sharilyn & James Nall, Dr. Johnny Needham, Bill & Ginger Sneed, Joe Pat & Alice Hemphill
In memory of Randall Ivy by Coleman Veterinary Clinic/Dr. & Mrs. R. M. Edington, Dr. & Mrs. Mark Swening, Dr. Sharilyn & James Nall, Dr. Johnny Needham, Mike & Tanya Barker, Joe Pat & Alice Hemphill
In memory of Glenn Crosby by Bobbie, Shirley & Henry Dodson
In memory of Jack Cosby by Ben & Debbie Scott
In memory of Tommy Allen by Ben & Debbie Scott
In memory of Cynthia Blanton by Ben & Debbie Scott, Henry & Margie Dodson
In memory of Fred Knowles, Jr. by Mike & Tanya Barker, Bill & Ginger Sneed, Henry & Margie Dodson, Charles & Barbara Wright, Steve, Sarah & Candace Beal
In memory of Oma Jean Harlan by Mike & Tanya Barker
In memory of Jean Horne by Bill & Ginger Sneed, Leslie, Helen & Charlese Walters
In memory of Curly Wright by Don & Marian Johnson
In memory of Billie Marie Miller by Susan R. Allen, Lembo & Kelly Allen, Zac, Cathy & Abbi Allen
In memory of Clyde D. Allen by Bowen Drug Store/Jim Stokes
In memory of Luberta Preas by Bowen Drug Store/Jim Stokes
In memory of Barbara Gaye Martin by Bowen Drug Stoke/Jim Stokes
Funds are always needed for the CCYAC. The “Expo Center” is not paid for and there are ongoing utility, insurance and maintenance costs that must be met. The Coleman County Youth Activity Center is a non-profit organization. We do not receive support from local, state or national government. We do not receive tax monies so this facility will not make your taxes increase. The facility was built to provide a nice place for community events and youth character building activities. A few rocks remain to be sold in the “Wall of Honor”. If interested in making a donation, memorials, or purchasing a “Rock”, contact Henry Dodson at Coleman County State Bank, P. O. Box 940, Coleman, TX 76834 or Trisha Owens at First Coleman National Bank, P. O. Box 552, Coleman, TX 76834. To rent the Bill Franklin Community Center, call the Coleman County Chamber of Commerce at 325-625-2163. Visit our web link from the Chamber web-site at www.colemantexas.org and click on the Franklin Center for information and pictures of the facility.
Submitted by Sarah Beal
Stormie Bingham is a four year old bundle of joy. She always has a smile on her face and greets everyone she sees. She is in the Pre-Kindergarten class at Coleman Elementary School. Stormie was born with Cystic Kidney disease and last year her kidneys ceased to function. She now undergoes dialysis every night while she sleeps. She is doing very well. She will eventually have a kidney transplant. She goes to Cook’s Children’s Hospital in Fort Worth for medical care.
Stormie Bingham
Over the last year, the Pre-Kindergarten classes have been collecting pop tabs from aluminum cans and selling these to raise funds for Stormie and her family to use when they go for medical care and stay at the Ronald McDonald House. The first night cost $25 and consecutive nights are $15.
We have been amazed at the care and outpouring from the community. Coleman Elementary students regularly bring in tabs for Stormie. Leonard Greer has collected and donated over 3 large popcorn gift tins, himself. He is very proud that he is able to help the little girl. The BMW women at First Baptist have collected tabs, also. We have received tabs from Brady, Santa Anna Elementary, and Austin to name a few other places. We are still collecting. Tabs may be dropped off at the Elementary School or the Chamber of Commerce. The last load that was taken to the recycling center was 151 pounds and we got $82 for the account. We have received more and will be taking them when there is an opportunity. A big thanks goes to all contributors.
Written and originally directed by Ted Swindley, based on a true story.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
October 20,
1:00 p.m.,
Coleman Rodeo Grounds
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