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2007 SAHS Homecoming Activities Correction

The game start time is 7:00 and the recognition of Ex Student and Coming Home royalty will begin at 6:30PM.

See below for the complete corrected schedule of Homecoming activities.

Friday Night Lights

The 3-1 Santa Anna Mountaineers will take on the 2-2 Brookesmith Mustangs in Brookesmith Friday night.

The Mountaineers slipped a few places and are ranked 21st in the combined rankings and 18th in Division I this week and are picked to win by 45 over the Mustangs who are ranked 85th overall and 53rd in Division I according to SixManFootball.com.

Dave Cambpell's 2007 Texas Football magazine picks the Mustangs to finish second to Richland Springs in Divison I District 15 and ahead of Rochelle, Eden, and Veribest. Players to watch are listed as Bryan Allgood, and Michael Watkins.

Other prospects are listed as Weston Patterson, Jeremy Allgood, and Ethan Gonzales.

Who they have played:
Beat Star last week 76-32
Lost to Lohn 82-34
Lost to Blanket 62-12
Beat Rising Star 27-20

Load up the chairs, put on your black and gold, and we'll see ya at the game!

2007 SAHS Homecoming Activities

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.

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 to be announced.

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 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.

Bug 'Explosion' May Be Coming for Farmers and Homeowners In Coming Weeks

Sept. 13, 2007
Submitted By: David L. Dunlap CEA-Ag/NR
Writer: Steve Byrns, 325-653-4576, s-byrns@tamu.edu
Contact: Dr. Chris Sansone, 325-653-4576, c-sansone@tamu.edu

SAN ANGELO "Crickets, mosquitos, flies, fleas and spiders: Texans have seen them all this summer thanks to unprecedented wet weather. But a Texas Cooperative Extension entomologist says the worst may be yet to come.

Dr. Chris Sansone, Extension entomologist at San Angelo, said fall rains can trigger armyworm onslaughts that can destroy pastures, small grain fields and lawns almost overnight.

"We’re seeing all types of armyworms this year; the true, the yellow-striped and the beet armyworm, but the biggest number is the fall armyworm," said Sansone. "Conditions are ideal for a real invasion of these pests in coming weeks. This insect can build up large numbers seemingly overnight, causing crops and lawns to disappear before your eyes.

"The adults lay thousands of eggs, and by the time the larvae or ‘caterpillars’ are big enough to see, the damage is done." Sansone said the tiny larvae chew the green layer from leaves and leave a clearing or "window pane" effect. He said the first three larval stages or "instars" do little damage and are easy to control. The final two stages are big and tougher to control. They can eat 85 percent of the total foliage consumed by the caterpillar.

"That’s the reason it’s so important to find the infestations before the caterpillars get too large," Sansone said. "Small larvae are easier to control and most of the damage can be prevented if the infestation is caught early. Individual fields and yards need to be scouted carefully, because the moths don’t lay eggs consistently across an area. Often a pasture or small grain field will be infested while the field across the road is armyworm-free.

"San Angelo has had a number of lawns with armyworms in one yard and none in the neighbor’s."

Sansone said the caterpillars won’t kill an established lawn, but new lawns or those weakened by disease or other pests can be killed by the sheer volume of leaf blades the pests eat. 'Homeowners have an almost overwhelming number of control choices," Sansone said. "Products containing deltamethrin, cyfluthrin, cypermethrin and cyhalothrin are effective. These are sold under a wide variety of names brands. Carbaryl or "Sevin" has been a standard for many years." Sansone said homeowners should read the label and make sure the insecticide is labeled for lawns or turf. Small grain producers should consider the stage of their crop when treating against armyworms. In the seedling stage, just three larvae per square foot can ruin a stand. Later in the tiller stage, it takes seven to 10 larvae to cause serious damage.

Treating pastures of native or improved grasses is often not cost-effective once all the economic factors are considered, Sansone said. Fall armyworms are worst in the autumn when adult moths are carried into an area with cold fronts that trigger rain.. The adult fall armyworm moth is 1.5 inches across the wings. The hind wings are grayish-white and the front pair dark-gray, mottled with lighter and darker splotches and a whitish spot near the extreme tip.

Fall armyworms are a threat until the first hard freeze. The larvae range from 1.25 to 1.5 inches long and can have shades of brown, green or black. They can be distinguished from other armyworms by a prominent white, inverted Y-shaped line on the front of the head.

"Fall armyworms are easily controlled if homeowners and producers monitor their fields closely," Sansone said. "The key is proper identification and finding the infestation before the larvae become too large."

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.

Friday Night Lights

The Santa Anna Mountaineers defeated the Zephyr Bulldogs Friday Night at Mountaineer Stadium by a score of 57-34.

How about Mr. Mitchell's Mountaineer Band?

Photos of the game and the band's halftime show on the Sports Page.

Can Drive

Submitted by Sarah Beal.

Coleman Elementary Pre-Kindergarten will hold a” Can Drive “, the first week of October. Please save your aluminum cans and bring to the school and deposit in the trailer parked in front of the school. Cans will be sold and funds will go to funding a small developmental playground for the three and four year old Pre-Kindergarten and Special Education students at Coleman Elementary School. The playground will be built close to the Pre-K portable building so the students will have easy access to the playground. Some equipment has been purchased and will be installed soon.

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.

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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

4-H Achievement Banquet

Sun., Sept.30, 2007, 2 PM
Application for Recognition Awards due by Thursday, September 20

The Annual 4-H Achievement Banquet is set for 2:00 p.m. on Sunday afternoon, September 30th , 2007 at the First United Methodist Church Fellowship Hall in Coleman. All 4-Hers and families are invited to attend - so please mark this special event on your calendars. 4-Hers, this is an annual event at which we recognize you for your 4-H achievements for your project work during the past year. If you*re new to 4-H, please join us not only for fellowship, but good food too, and to see Coleman County 4-Hers share their experiences. AGAIN THIS YEAR - - - Families are asked to bring a DESSERT . 4-H Council will provide paper goods and ice tea, etc

Each 4-Her that completed a project during the 2006-2007 year will receive a 4-H Project Pin at the Banquet if, and only if, you complete a recognition application form. It only takes a few minutes to do and we need those back to us by Thursday, September 20, 2007. A project is something you did and can think of six (6) learning experiences you had. ( Example: Goats 1. Feeding and Nutrition 2. Health Management 3.Fitting 4. Showmanship 5. Hoof care 6. Exercise ) Each 4-Her can receive one pin per year. Also, we will be recognizing all those who participated in District and State 4-H events by presenting certificates of completion. This includes: Roundup, judging teams, Food Show, Fashion Show, Consumer Decision, shooting events, Horse show, etc. ,etc., etc.

Awards to be presented during the banquet will include: Gold Star, Silver Star, Danforth "I Dare You" Award, project medals and project certificates. See below:

Project Certificates: This award is given to all 4-H members who have completed a project.

Project Medals: To receive a medal, the 4-H member must submit an application in a project completed under the supervision of a 4-H leader or compete in a multi-county, district, or state -H organized event.

Gold Star Award: The Gold Star Award is the highest county achievement award presented to a deserving 4-H member based on the following criteria: 1) Must be an active 4-H member and regularly attend club meetings. 2) Must be at least 14 years of age as of August 31 of current year. 3) Complete a current 4-H Record Book. 4) It is also recommended that the 4-H member participate in three different project areas and participate in one or more activities. The members should have demonstrated leadership skills by serving as a 4-H officer or committee chairman and/or as a junior or teen leader in an activity or project with/or/under the supervision of an adult leader. The member should have participated in one or more community service projects.

Silver Star Award: This is the highest county achievement award presented to Junior 4-H members. Similar criteria apply as the Gold Star except the members must be under 14 years of age as of August 31 of current year.

Danforth "I Dare You" Award : The 4-Her must be an active 4-H member and regularly attend 4-H meetings. Members must be at least 14 years of age as of August 31 of current year and have demonstrated exceptional leadership skills.

If you have any questions about the Achievement Banquet event, call or come by the Extension Office. 4-Hers....Please make every effort to attend. Hope to see you there !

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

September
30 4-H Achievement Banquet

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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