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HISTORY AND SEGREGATION IN BASEBALL? SEE LHS GRAD, PAGE 3A IT’S YOUR L AST CHANCE TO VOTE! SEE BEST OF CALDWELL COUNTY, PAGE 4B Volume 144, Number 5 (USPS 317-200) www.post-register.com Established 1872 Thursday, Feb. 4, 2016 20 pages, 2 sections WEEKEND WEATHER - FRI: SUNNY 62/40 SAT: SUNNY 64/34 SUN: CLOUDY 70/39 Council clears Downtown liquor sales By Kathi Bliss Editor/POST-REGISTER Photo by Kathi Bliss/POST-REGISTER LIONS DROP CHARGERS IN LAST HOME APPEARANCE - Tyresse Purefoy (32) goes up for a big block while Clay Buehring (31) and Trae Spence (5) prepare for a possible rebound during the Lions’ last home game of the season on Tuesday night. The Lions picked up a huge District win, dropping the BoerneChampion Chargers 61-58. Catch up on all this week’s Lion sports on Page 3B of today’s Post-Register. As the entertainment industry continues to burgeon in Downtown Lockhart, the Lockhart City Council has begun to embrace the inevitable. Despite the existence of an ordinance that prevents alcohol sales within 300 feet of a church or school, the council granted a variance on Monday night that will allow a restaurant with on-premises liquor sales in the former Masur Building, on the corner of San Antonio and Church Streets. The request came from Conley Covert of Austin’s Skyles Bayne Real Estate. Covert said his organization hopes to find a tenant for the property that will bring additional entertainment to Lockhart. “Without being able to offer [the ability for onpremises liquor sales], I don’t know that we’re going to be able to find the right tenant for the property,” Covert said. The snag, under the existing ordinance, falls in the fact that the building is separated from the First Christian Church (FCC) by fewer than 300 feet. That, however, seems of little concern to the church board. “We want to make sure that it’s not going to be a bar,” said Heidi Burton, the head of the FCC board. “But we’ve had the chance to talk to Conley, and we’re excited about what they’re proposing for the building.” FCC Pastor Randy Frye echoed her support, noting that neighboring with a restaurant could not only allow for additional opportunities for Lockhart, but could also open up the prospect of additional visitors coming to worship with First Christian Church on Sunday mornings. Additionally, downtown property owner Doug SEE COUNCIL 5A Hot Rods show brings new energy to Downtown Lockhart By Kathi Bliss Editor/POST-REGISTER Vintage Fords and custom Chevys. Spotless imports, and American muscle. Downtown Lockhart will be alive with rev and rumble this weekend, as HatRod Productions brings the fifth annual Hot Rods and Hatters Car Show and Music Festival back to town. Event organizer Joel Gammage said Saturday’s show is expected to exceed last year’s participation, GO GREEN. The Post-Register can be recycled at locations throughout Caldwell County, including most LISD schools. Brought to you by: and has grown to reflect the increase. “We have more than 18 city blocks of event this year,” Gammage said. “We’ve added more live music, and a second live music stage.” In addition to the expected 600-plus cars, Hot Rods and Hatters has drawn more than 50 vendors, and play host to more than 20,000 spectators, Gammage estimates. Renowned rockabilly band The Paladins, along with Rick Broussard’s Two Hoots and a Holler will headline musical entertainment, which will continue all day on the Main Stage at the corner of Market and Commerce Streets, and in the Pocket Park Stage on Main Street. Other musical entertainment includes The Octanes, Huck Johnson and the Jackknifes, and the Booze Bombs, visiting from Germany. Registration for the car show will begin downtown at 8 a.m., with the free, family-oriented event beginning at 10:30 a.m. The show, judged by Dustin Little of Classic Innovations, Ted Philipus, Tommy SEE HOT RODS 5A AROUND TOWN - The Lockhart Post-Register will be working on a special series honoring the County’s remaining World War II veterans. If you or someone you know would like to participate in this special tribute to the experiences of the Greatest Generation, please contact Kathi Bliss at (512) 398-4886 or notify us via email to kathibliss@post-register.com. - The Lockhart Athletic Boosters and the Lockhart ISD Athletic Department will host the seventh annual Alumni Baseball Game and third annual Alumni Softball Game at the Lockhart High School Softball and Baseball Complex on Medina Street, on Saturday, Feb. 6, 2016. The Softball Game will begin at 11 a.m., followed by the Home Run Derby at 1 p.m. and the Baseball Game at 2 p.m. Registration is required to participate in the games and the Home Run Derby. For information, contact Head Coach James Patton at (512) 947-5958 or via email at james.patton@lockhart.txed.net, Head Coach Katy Snell at (512) 398-0350 or via email to kathryn.snell@lockhart.txed.net , or Booster president Belinda Gillis at lockhartabc@gmail.com or (512) 738-0616. sociation will be accepting late registrations for the spring season on a space available basis at Logos, 108 N. Main St. A late registration fee will be charged. Please bring a copy of your child’s birth certificate to Logos if you have not already provided it. Children must have been at least 4 years old as of July 31, 2015 in order to be eligible to play. For more information contact - AARP is offering free tax aide at Eileen Larkin at (512) 398-2010, or visit the Dr. Eugene Clark Library begin- our website at www.lockhartsoccer.com. ning Feb. 1, 2016. Assistance will be The season starts March 5. available on Mondays from 9 a.m. – noon, and Thursdays, from 4 – 7 p.m. - The Annual Meeting for the Polonia The program will be closed on Feb. 15. Water Supply Corporation will be held at Call or come by for an appointment. the Polonia Water Supply Corporation Walk-ins are welcome. Call the library office, located at 2990 FM 1185, Lockat (512) 398-3223 or visit the library at hart, Texas. The meeting will be held on 217 S. Main for more information or to Tuesday, Feb. 16 at 7 p.m. The purpose make an appointment. of the meeting is to elect directors and conduct any other business that may - The Lockhart Youth Soccer As- properly come before the board. Post−Register 2A VFW Canteen Fundraiser This weekend the VFW will host Country Dances with DJ and Karaoke music with the Texas Soundmasters. On Friday, Friday Feb. 5, there will be music from 8 p.m. to midnight, and on Saturday, Feb. 6, from 8 p.m. – 1 a.m. The kitchen will be open with good food, and the public is welcome to the family-friendly hall. The VFW Post 8927, located 2.2 miles south of WalMart on Highway 183. In addition, the hall is still available for rentals; call (512) 398-4942 for information. The VFW (Veterans of Foreign Wars) is a fraternal organization that supports and donates to the community. Chisholm Trail 4-H Meeting The Chisholm Trail 4-H Club will have a meeting on Monday, Feb. 8 at 7 p.m. in the First Lockhart National Bank Community Room (note location change for this month). The program will be presented by Makayla Dailey. Our community service this month will be making and delivering Valentines to residents at the Chisolm Trail Nursing and Rehab Center. Ladies’ Auxiliary Fundraiser “The Ladies Auxillary of the VFW Post 3413, 1701 Hunter Rd., San Marcos is hosting an early Valentine’s Day dinner theater on Feb. 13, featuring “The Musings of Adam and Eve,” a humorous witty play based on the writings of Mark Twain. For more information call Mary at (512) 665-1244 or go on line to http://mindscreative.bpt.me/ Thursday, February 4, 2016 Room” in the First Lockhart Baptist Church Connec- ment. Walk-ins are welcome. Call the library at (512) tion Center. The movie will be shown on Sunday, Feb. 398-3223 or visit the library at 217 S. Main for more in14, at 6 p.m. The Connection Center is located at 200 formation or to make an appointment. S. Blanco St. There is no charge. Please call the church if you are going to bring a large group or if you Friends of the Library have questions at (512) 398-5297. The Friends of the Dr. Eugene Clark Library will meet Thursday, Feb. 18, at 6 p.m. on the third floor of Youth Soccer Late Registration the library. All current members and those wishing to The Lockhart Youth Soccer Association will be ac- join are welcome and encouraged to attend. cepting late registrations for the spring season on a Daughters of the American Revolution space available basis at Logos, 108 N. Main St. A late The Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR), registration fee will be charged. Please bring a copy of Clearfork Chapter, will meet at 2 p.m. on Saturday, your child’s birth certificate to Logos if you have not Feb. 6, 2016, in the First Lockhart National Bank already provided it. Children must have been at least Community Room, at the corner of Church and San 4 years old as of July 31, 2015 in order to be eligible Antonio Streets in Lockhart. For more information call to play. For more information contact Eileen Larkin at Sherry Causey at (512) 376-9776 or Edie Schumann (512) 398-2010, or visit our website at www.lockhart- at (512) 858-4966. soccer.com. The season starts March 5. Little League Skills Assessments Tax Help at the Library Lockhart Little League will host Skills Assessments AARP is offering free tax aide at the Dr. Eugene on Feb. 13 and Feb. 20, 2016, at the Little League Clark Library beginning Feb. 1, 2016. Assistance will Sports Complex. Ages 7-8 will be assessed from 9 – be available on Mondays from 9 a.m. – noon, and 11 a.m.; Ages 9-10 will be assessed from 11 a.m. – 1 Thursdays, from 4 – 7 p.m. The program will be p.m.; and Ages 11-12 will be assessed from 2 – 4 p.m. closed on Feb. 15. Call or come by for an appoint- All registered players must attend assessments on one of the two dates listed. For more information, contact Abel Delacruz at (512) 669-6484 or Josh Hazelett at (512) 376-1808. S ENIOR C ITIZENS A CTIVIT Y C ENTER Polonia Water Supply Meeting The Annual Meeting for the Polonia Water Supply Corporation will be held at the Polonia Water Supply Corporation office, located at 2990 FM 1185, Lockhart, Texas. The meeting will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 16 at 7 p.m. The purpose of the meeting is to elect directors and conduct any other business that may properly come before the board. Homeschool Series: Geology Explore rocks, minerals, and take a geology hike in this fun outdoor class for kiddos grades 1-8! The Homeschool Series takes place at Lockhart State Park on Thursday, Feb. 11, a t 2p.m., and on Friday, Feb. 12, at 9 a.m. Intro to Archery Learn how to shoot like Robin Hood or Katniss Everdeen with Lockhart State Park’s Introduction to Archery on Saturday, Feb. 13, at 1 p.m. Registration required. For more information, please visit: http://tinyurl.com/ov7juk2 Animals Garden Too! Discover the identity of our local animal gardeners, take a hike to look for gardening evidence, and make seed balls in this exciting program at Lockhart State Park, scheduled on Saturday, Feb. 20, at 2 p.m. For more information, please visit: http://tinyurl.com/ov7juk2 Learn about Mud! Join us to discover the critters that love mud, explore the creation of mud in nature, and of course, play in the mud! This special program will be held at Lockhart State Park on Saturday, Feb. 27, at 2 p.m. For more information, please visit: http://tinyurl.com/ov7juk2 Free Movie at Connection Center You are invited to come and watch the movie “War Derksen Portable Buildings A leader in the industry Derksen Portable Buildings has the right storage building to suit your needs. Sizes range from 8X12 to 16X44. We can customize your building with windows, doors, colors and styles. Stop by or call The Texas Traders Post for your free quote The Texas Traders Post - 6259 S. Highway 183 Lockhart, TX 78644 • (512) 538-6421 2000 W. San Antonio #6 398-7261 PEST CONTROL INC. Since 1973 Hometown Pest Control Ask your contractor about termite pre-treatment to protect your new home. Chisholm Trail Veterinary Clinic, PC. Lockhart Animal Shelter Sponsors Pet of the Week Pet of the Week is "Chavez". Chavez is a Labrador Retriever/Dutch Shepherd mix. He is black with tan and brindle markings. Chavez is 16 months old and weighs 45 pounds. He is heart worm negative. Chavez has been at the shelter for 7 months now, our longest stay here. He would love to have a home of his very own!! Chavez walks well on a leash and gets along great with other dogs. He is playful and active! If you would like to meet Chavez, call or come by Lockhart Animal Shelter (512) 376-3336. For more information or how to adopt a pet call or visit 547 Old McMahan Trail • Lockhart (512) 376-3336 The Center is open ter. daily, Monday – Friday. Coming Events 2016 Membership Dues Feb. 4: The Lutheran are payable now – $15 Church group meets at per year! 11:30 a.m. Feb. 11: The Del Thrift Shop (Hours have Kubena Band entertains, beginning at 11:30 a.m. changed) Feb. 12: Valentine’s Open Tuesday – FriDay Raffle (basket of day, Noon – 3 p.m. Accepting donations goodies). Tickets are on daily, which are tax de- sale now! The drawing ductible, ask for a slip. will be held at noon. Feb. 17: First Lockhart BAG SALE $7 every National Bank sponsors day. Please call for pickup a free meal (dine-in assistance if required, only), starting at 11 a.m. Feb. 17: Bake sale, in398-6322. cluding sweets and We need volunteers to assist with running goodies, will be held at the shop, please contact the center beginning at the center for informa- 11 a.m. Feb. 18: The Bunko tion. Club meets at 10 a.m. Feb. 18: John Hanson Gift Shop The Gift shop, located entertains beginning at in the main center build- 11:30 a.m. Feb. 24: Central Texas ing is open daily, nice Advocates for Seniors glassware, knick-knacks (CTAS) meets at 11:30 and framed puzzles. a.m. Feb. 29: Seniors and Exercise Class Exercise Class for sen- Law Enforcement Toiors on Mondays, gether (SALT) meets at Wednesdays and Fri- 10 a.m. days, at a variety of exercise levels, starting at 8:30 a.m. Come and enjoy the camaraderie. For flooding victim assistance, call the Cen- Lockhart Area Senior Activity Center 901 Bois D’ Arc St. (512) 398-6322 Lunch open to all of the public young and old, no age limit! $5.50 per plate to eat in, $6 to pickup and $6.50 for us to deliver $3.50 for children under 12 Hamburger, fries, tea and dessert available daily as a special order item daily $6.50 Lunch Menu Feb. 8-12 Monday: Enchiladas, rice, salad, dessert and tea. Tuesday: Pork chop, scalloped potatoes, green beans, dessert and tea. Wednesday: Meat loaf, squash, green beans, salad, dessert and tea. Thursday: Chicken fried chicken, veggies, potatoes, salad and tea. Friday: Baked ham, steamed cabbage, salad, dessert and tea. A sincere thank you to the City of Lockhart and First Lockhart National Bank for their continued support. Friends of the Library Jumble Sale The Friends of the Dr. Eugene Clark Library is currently accepting applications for vendors to participate in a Jumble and Craft sale during the month of March. Applications may be picked up at the Library. Call (512) 398-2821 for more information, or email the friends at lockfriendslibrary@gmail.com. Baseball and Softball Alumni Weekend The Lockhart Athletic Boosters and the Lockhart ISD Athletic Department will host the seventh annual Alumni Baseball Game and third annual Alumni Softball Game at the Lockhart High School Softball and Baseball Complex on Medina Street, on Saturday, Feb. 6, 2016. The Softball Game will begin at 11 a.m., followed by the Home Run Derby at 1 p.m. and the Baseball Game at 2 p.m. Registration is required to participate in the games and the Home Run Derby. For information, contact Head Coach James Patton at (512) 947-5958 Head Coach Katy Snell at (512) 398-0350 or via email to , or Booster president Belinda Gillis at lockhartabc@gmail.com or (512) 738-0616. Sons of Confederate Veterans Do you have Confederate military ancestors? The Sons of Confederate Veterans meets on the fourth Tuesday of each month in San Marcos. For meeting dates and times, contact Bill Bellamy at (512) 7642490. Post−Register Thursday, February 4, 2016 3A LHS grad seeks stories of ‘black baseball’ in Caldwell County By Greg Garrett Special to the POST-REGISTER The history of segregation in Texas is not one that we like to remember. It isn’t the “pretty face” that we like to project to the rest of the country. Though history isn’t always pretty, it still cannot be ignored. Segregation of the white and black populations during the volatile decades of the 1930s through the early 1960s was an unfortunate social occurrence. It affected where people could eat or drink water, where they could dance, where they could use the restroom and even which baseball teams they could play on. That’s right, baseball did not escape the realities of this social ill. Despite this separation of black players and teams into their own leagues and playing circuits the sport became a favorite competitive pastime for the black community. It became so popular that one of our own, Rube Foster, born in Caldwell County, established the Chicago American Giants and the Negro National League in 1920. This was the first organized, professional league for the greatest colored players of the time. Foster’s pioneering ways were the foundation for the great Negro League teams like the Kansas City Monarchs and Pittsburgh Crawfords. Some of the best players the game has ever seen took the field in this league. Men like Josh Gibson, Willie “El Diablo” Wells, Satchell Paige and, in its later years, greats like Jackie Robinson, Larry Doby and Willie Mays. These were true stars of the game. Men that black children throughout the country recognized as their own and took pride in their player’s accomplishments. While the Negro Professional Leagues were offering blacks opportunities on a national level, the game was just as popular and important on the city and small town levels. Baseball had permeated the country by the 1940s, and people all ages and backgrounds were exposed to the game. This holds true for black communities in cities and small towns across Texas. Places like San Antonio, Austin and Houston had several black teams that often played in their own leagues. These city teams had another adversary on the diamond: small town teams like Kerrville, Seguin, Abilene and, yes, Lockhart. Did you play on one of these teams in Lockhart or one of our surrounding communities: Dale, Maxwell, McMahan? Did you ever watch the St. John Lions or the Ebon team play a game on the field in Luling? Did you ever make a trip to watch the boys from Lockhart take on the Bastrop Tigers? 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I am currently researching the topic of amateur black baseball teams during segregation in Texas. This focus will be the topic of two programs that I will be organizing at the UTSA Institute of Texan Cultures in San Antonio. My goal is to help people understand how important baseball was as a tool of social inclusion. I feel strongly that baseball was transcendent within local communities and played a major role in breaking down racial stereotypes all the way up to the national level. It is my hope that those who read this article or played on one of the black amateur teams in Lockhart will have stories to SEE BASEBALL 7A lively conversations Open Early Feb. 6th for Hot Rods & Hatters! 11 a.m.-Midnight 110 N. Main www.facebook.com/MainStreetPearl Shrove Tuesday e k a C Pan r e p p Su with all the fixings Tuesday, February 9 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Free with donations accepted. Come eat with us or take out! Emmanuel Episcopal Church 118 N. Church Street Post−Register 4A Thursday, February 4, 2016 Does UIL care about our kids? (USPS 317-200) Lockhart, Caldwell County, Texas 78644 Entered as Second Class Matter at the Lockhart Post Office Under the Act of Congress, March 3, 1872 Published each Thursday by Garrett Publishing Company, Inc. 111 S. Church St. Lockhart, Texas Telephone (512) 398-4886 SUBSCRIPTIONS PAYABLE IN ADVANCE BY MAIL In County and Including: Red Rock, Rockne, Kyle Rts. 1: $32/Year - $52/2 Years ALL OTHER USA: $42/Year Serving the Citizens of Lockhart and Caldwell County, Texas, since 1872. S TAFF D IRECTORY DANA GARRETT PRESIDENT/PUBLISHER DANAGARRETT@POST-REGISTER.COM TERRI GARRETT BUSINESS MANAGER NEWS@POST-REGISTER.COM PATTY RODRIGUEZ ADVERTISING DIRECTOR PATTY@POST-REGISTER.COM KATHI BLISS EDITOR KATHIBLISS@POST-REGISTER.COM OLAN TOMME ADVERTISING CONSULTANT ADVERTISING @POST-REGISTER.COM PRODUCTION STAFF KACI TAYLOR JESSE FRYE CHARLES JOHNSON RAY MARTINEZ JAY MICAH ELSA ZUNIGA MEMBER 2016 LOCKHART CHAMBER OF COMMERCE GREATER CALDWELL COUNTY HISPANIC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE TEXAS PRESS ASSOCIATION L ETTERS TO THE E DITOR The Lockhart Post-Register welcomes letters to the editor and guest columns concerning issues of local interest. Letters must be signed and include a daytime phone number attached for verification purposes. We reserve the right to edit letters for length, style and clarity, and to limit publication to one letter per author per 30-day period. Letters should focus on issues, rather than personalities. The newspaper will make reasonable efforts to publish letters that express the opinions of our readers. However, letters that have been previously published in other area publications are considered redundant to our readership and will not be considered for publication. The newspaper welcomes letters expressing viewpoints about candidates, politics and political issues. However, no such submission will be printed if received fewer than six weeks prior to an election in which that candidate or issue is scheduled to appear on the ballot. The Editorial Board will make the final decision about whether letters are of general interest to our readers and appropriate for publication. Letters should be no longer than 500 words, and must be received by noon on the Monday prior to publication. Letters to the editor should be submitted in person or via US Mail to 111 S. Church St., Lockhart, or via email to kathibliss@post-register.com. Anonymous letters, or those received without a verification telephone number, will not be considered for publication. E DITORIAL P OLICY The opinions expressed on this page are not the opinions of the Lockhart Post-Register, nor its management, unless otherwise specified. The opinions expressed are those of the authors and submitters, and should be considered as such. As a matter of policy, the Lockhart Post-Register does not offer endorsements for political candidates or ballot issues in local, state or national elections. The bulk of my weekend was chewed up with considering scenarios for this year’s F ROM THE UIL redistricting announceC LOCK ment on T OWER Monday mornBY KATHI BLISS ing. And the whole of my day on Monday was spent lamenting how wrong my predictions were, and figuring out what the redistricting means for our kids. In short, the one thing that my hashing and re-hashing yielded, is that our new UIL district means nothing good for our Lion athletes, coaches or fans. The first thing I have to say, and I want this to be understood as clearly as any word I’ve ever said: I’m not the least bit worried about the competition in the newly-announced District 26-5A. L ETTERS I know our kids, I know our programs, and I know without question that our kids can compete, academically, athletically or in any other arena, with any other kid in the State of Texas. They’ve proven that. They have proven it many times. Without a shred of hesitation, I’d put any of our Lockhart kids up against any other kid in the State (heck, any other kid in the nation), and bet money that our kids will come out on top. That’s just the kind of young men and women that they are. But I’m not going to pretend that I’m not irritated with The University Interscholastic League (UIL) for continuing to treat Lockhart like a red-headed stepchild. Thanks to this new realignment map, our kids have to travel 1,007 round-trip miles per sports season. In the course of a 10-week sports season, our kids are riding on a school bus to Tuscon, Ariz. I don’t know about anyone else, TO THE Reader questions Accountability Report Card To the Editor: I recently received a report titled “Texas Education Agency 2014-15 School Report Card – Lockhart Jr. High.” Lockhart Jr. High fell behind the state average in most categories. Lockhart Jr. High did receive an Academic Achievement designation in Math. The report shows 100 percent of the students achieving the satisfactory or above standard in math. I sincerely hope that is accurate but that number strikes me as suspicious. The Junior High “met standard” which is the highest rating set by the state, but overall the numbers are not very encouraging. Every teacher I have spoken to about the state’s accountability rating system believes that the scores are not representative of the qual- but I can guarantee you that I would be neither pleasant, nor productive, if I was forced to ride on a school bus to Tuscon. Most of our trips are more than 75 miles. Our longest, to Tivy, is 121 miles. Your average school bus travels at a rate of about 48 mph. So, at minimum, we have to pull our kids out of school no less than an hour early, to get them where they’re going for a 5 p.m. game. On the nights they travel to Tivy, I don’t see any point in them going to class at all. That’s a huge sacrifice in classroom time, for no rationale that I can understand. Limiting it to STRICTLY athletics, we’re talking about volleyball, basketball, baseball, softball and soccer, each of which has to play two rounds through district. That is an enormous amount of children, being pulled out of class to sit on a bus. For several hours. And then play their sport, and sit SEE CLOCKTOWER 6A E DITOR ity of education the children are receiving. While I believe in some aspects that is true, the overall results for 2014-15 report card are cause for concern. For one thing, Lockhart Jr. High is way behind in expenditure per student. The state average expenditure per student is $8,692 a year while Lockhart Jr. High comes in at only $5,537 per student. That’s a $3,150 difference per student! In addition, the classroom sizes at Lockhart Jr. High exceed the state average by as much as six students per classroom. It appears we need more secondary schools. As most of you know, Lockhart has only one Junior High and one High School and four elementary (not counting Carver, which is only PreK and kinder) with a fifth elementary school on the way. Could sports be part of the reason we don’t have more secondary schools? LISD sports begins in seventh grade. Imagine the challenge of running multiple sports (and band) programs at different junior high and high school campuses. Whatever the deterrents, we need to figure them out. LISD needs to get classrooms size to a manageable number. Of course the problem is not all about money and the school system. Good education starts and ends at home, but the Junior High students need and deserve better from our schools. Carting children off to expensive private schools should not be the only option. The staff at the Junior High that I’ve met all seem to be dedicated people and care about what they are doing. However, with limited re- SEE LETTERS 8A Hegar questioned on budget as oil prices plunge By Jim Malewitz THE TEXAS TRIBUNE Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar on Tuesday faced some skepticism as he sought to soothe lawmakers’ fears about what plummeting oil prices mean for the state’s bottom line. “Is the sky falling?” asked Sen. Royce West, D-Dallas, at a hearing of the Senate Committee on Finance, which helps write the state budget. “No, sir,” Hegar replied, adding that while there are “clouds on the horizon,” he’d rather be in Texas than in any other state. “I just don’t want to live in a state of denial,” West responded. Senator John Cornyn (R) 517 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, D.C., 20510 (202) 224-2934 www.cornyn.senate.gov Senator Ted Cruz (R) B40B Dirksen Senate Office Building Washington, D.C., 20510 (202) 224-5922 http://www.senate.gov/senators/113th _Congress/Cruz_Ted.htm He wasn’t the only lawmaker worried that Texas was being too optimistic. State Sens. Kelly Hancock of North Richland Hills and Charles Schwertner of Georgetown, both Republicans, also raised tough questions. But Hegar stuck to his assessment of the state’s finances as neither excessively rosy nor particularly gloomy, even as perbarrel prices of West Texas crude hovered around $31 Tuesday — less than half of their value when he took office a year ago. While the state’s petroleum and manufacturing sectors each lost more than 30,000 jobs from November 2014 through November 2015, Texas’ broader economy US Representative, District 35 Rep. Lloyd Doggett (D-Austin) 201 Cannon House Office Building Independence and 1st St., SE Washington, D.C., 20515 (202) 225-4865 www.doggett.house.gov US Representative, District 27 Rep. Blake Farenthold (R-Corpus) 2110 Rayburn HOB Washington, D.C., 20515 (202) 225-7742 www.farenthold.house.gov gained 179,000 jobs, the comptroller noted. The oil and gas sector comprises around 14 percent of the state’s overall economy, Hegar said — far less than it did during the painful 1980s. Meanwhile, a Standard & Poor’s Ratings Services report notes that Texas’ move 30 years ago to wean itself off of a direct reliance on petroleum severance taxes for its budget has “positioned the state well through this downturn in oil prices,” and protected its credit rating. Though Hegar has noted that oil’s plunge means Texas will send hundreds of millions fewer dollars SEE OIL PRICES 6A Texas Senator, District 18 Senator Judith Zaffrini (D-Laredo) PO Box 12068, Capitol Station Austin, Texas, 78711 (512) 463-0121 www.zaffrini.senate.state.tx.us Texas Represenative, District 17 Rep. John Cyrier Room E2.802, Capitol Extension PO Box 2910 Austin, Texas, 78768 (512) 463-0682 www.house.state.tx.us Post−Register Thursday, February 4, 2016 Teodora Casarez Lopez Our beloved mother, Teodora Casarez Lopez, 90, a longtime resident of Lockhart, passed away at her home peacefully after a brief illness surrounded by family on Sunday, Jan. 31, 2016. She was born on April 4, 1925. She was preceded in death by her husband, Alejandro Lopez, Sr.; her sons, Juan Jose Lopez and infant son Florencio Lopez; as well as parents and siblings. She is survived by sons, Ruben (Virginia (deceased)), Alex (Henrietta), and Paul Lopez; daughters, Ernestina Arredondo (Hector), Ruth Cantu (Fred (deceased)), Juanita Garza (Alfonso), and Stella Soliz (Ben); 16 grandchildren, 32 great-grandchildren, and 1 great-great-grandchild. Recitation of the Holy Rosary was scheduled at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2016, at DeLeon Funeral Home. Funeral mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 4, 2016 at St. Mary’s Catholic Church. Burial will follow in Lockhart City Cemetery. Services under the direction of Samuel J. DeLeon and son, Lockhart, Texas. To view and sign the guestbook, visit www.postregister.com/obituaries/teodora-casarez-lopez. Rebecca Vignali Rebecca Lee Vignali, 18, of Lockhart, Texas, passed away Feb. 2, 2016. She was born on April 24, 1997, to Carl and Nancy Vignali. Services pending at this time contact McCurdy Funeral Home for service times. Arrangements under the care and guidance of McCurdy Funeral Home, 105 E. Pecan St. Lockhart, Texas 78644. (512) 398-4791. To view and sign the guestbook, visit www.post-register.com/obituaries/rebecca-vignali. Nellie Fowlkes Price Nellie Fowlkes Price, age 83, of McMahan (Dale) Texas, entered the glory of eternal life on Thursday, Jan. 28, 2016. She was born July 4, 1932, in Dry Fork, Va., to Harry L. Fowlkes and Clarice Stowe Fowlkes. Nell was united in marriage to Franklin L. Price on March 5, 1965, in South Carolina. She was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother and was happy and content in that role. Nell’s greatest gift in life was the birth of her son, Harry Steven Seely. Nell and Frank were involved for many years with Little League Baseball in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, and so many of those kids were still in contact with her and Frank. So many friends of her nieces and nephews in Virginia called her “Aunt Nell” when they met her they always felt so close to her and still do. “Patches,” her Texas Grandpuppy, brought sunshine to her whenever he came to her door to spend some time with her and Frank. Nell participated in many of the political campaigns for Mayor and Councilmen in Ohio. She also helped in the organization of the Bicentennial Parade held in Ohio in 1976. Nell and Frank moved to Texas in 2010 to join her son and his wife and became members of the McMahan Baptist Church. Moving to Texas brought her into the Jeffrey family that she loved so dearly and into many other new families that she treasured. Living in Texas was some of her happiest times with her son. Wherever Nell stepped foot she never met a stranger and never wasted an opportunity to make a new friend. When she walked into the room her beautiful smile would capture your heart in an instant and you were forever her Friend. She had this special gift and was an amazing person who was 5A loved and adored by so many people throughout Virginia, Ohio, South Carolina, North Carolina, Florida and Texas. Nell was preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Harry Samuel Fowlkes, and her stepson, Franklin L. Price, Jr. Nell is survived by her husband, Franklin L. Price; her son, Harry Steven Seely and wife, Bilinda, of McMahan; her sister, Peggy Morris and husband, Sammy Barker, of Danville, Va.; her brother, Ronnie Fowlkes and wife, Patricia, of Danville, Va.; stepdaughter, Becky Dinkins and her husband, Freddie, of Lugoss, S.C.; step-son, Johnny Price and wife, Renee, of South Carolina; four grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews and treasured friends. The family would like to thank the many nurses and doctors she loved so very much who helped her during this past month; Austin Hospice; all the wonderful friends and neighbors whose time and effort will not be forgotten and so many others whose kindness was the “Wind Beneath Our Wings.” A Worship Service celebrating her life will be held at 11 a.m. at McMahan Baptist Church, 6084 FM 713, Dale (McMahan), Texas on Saturday, Feb. 6, 2016. There will be a lunch reception at the Church following the services. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions or donations to the McMahan Church Building Fund. To view and sign the guestbook, visit www.postregister.com/obituaries/nellie-fowlkes-price. Nancy Weiss Nancy N.Weiss, 86, of Buda, Texas passed away on Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2016. She was born on April 6, 1929, to M.W. and Nanabel Carlton. Services are pending at this time. Arrangements under the care and guidance of McCurdy Funeral Home, 105 E. Pecan St. Lockhart, Texas 78644 (512) 398-4791. To view and sign the guestbook, visit www.post-register.com/obituaries/nancyweiss. C OUNCIL CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1A Council discussed, and ultimately approved, an increase to drainage utility fees. According to City Manager Vance Rodgers, the fees have not been increased for more than 15 years, and the increase is intended to provide additional services to the community. “We have 100 miles of curbed streets,” Rodgers said. “And we would need one dedicated staff member to operate the street sweeper daily to ensure that every street is swept once a month.” The city’s budget, however, does not support such a position. Further, the street sweeper is more than 10 years old, and the cost to replace it would be upwards of $150,000. Instead, Rodgers suggested the City enter a contract with Sweep Across Texas, an Austin street-sweeping contractor, at a rate of $3,120 per month. That cost, he said would be offset by the increase in drainage utility fees, and would allow for all 100 miles of Lockhart streets to be swept at least once per month. “This way, we can also keep our street sweeper in as good shape as possible, so that we can use it for our special events,” he said. “We need it after all the events on the Square, of course, and naturally we have to use it every Chisholm Trail because of the horses.” Residential customers will see a 50 cent increase in their drainage utility fee, while commercial customers will see a $2 increase. The increase is expected to generate around $39,000 in revenues, which will cover the monthly cost of the contract. In brief news: The council received the state-required Racial Profiling Report from Lockhart Chief of Police Mike Lummus. According to Lummus, the report reflects that the Lockhart Police Departments policies of issuing citations and performing searches as a result of traffic stops, is well in line with state standards. They approved a con- PUT YOUR NAME ON IT T-Shirts, Trophies, Frames, Engraving, Embroidery Barron of Johnny & Sons day, with awards being continue until 8 p.m. www.hotrodsandhatand Lone Star Grand Prix given at 4:30 p.m. For more information ters.com. kathibliss@post-register.com Host Rob Miller, will Live music, in addi- or to preregister for Hot continue throughout the tion to the show, will Rods and Hatters, visit Visit our website to view Obits www.post-register.com kathibliss@post-register.com 108 N. MAIN • 398-4617 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1A ~ Sincerely, Genaro Luna & Family ~ Request issued to the city, wherein the requestor asked for White’s cell phone records for the last three years. It has been difficult, White noted, to process the request because of the difficulty in accumulating the records and then differentiating his personal, business and city calls within those records. The Lockhart City Council routinely meets on the first and third Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m. in the thirdfloor Council Chambers of the Dr. Eugene Clark Library Complex. The meetings are open to the public and are televised on Time Warner Digital Cable Channel 10. LOGOS H OT R ODS The family of Maria Samaro Luna wishes to extend our appreciation to everyone who sent flowers, food, and prayers during our time of sorrow. The loving sympathy you have shown our family during this tremendously difficult time is so greatly appreciated. tract with Christopher Germer, of Kyle, for the repair and programming of the City of Lockhart’s radios. The contract was necessary, according to Rodgers, because of the recent departure of a Lockhart Fire Department captain who had assumed responsibility for the radio systems. They approved the refunding of two bonds, which will amount in savings to the city upwards of $500,000. The Council also approved the purchase of a city-dedicated cell phone for Mayor Lew White, and any Councilmember who decides, in the future, they need one. The consideration is the result of a recent Open Records FLOORS PLUS Wood Floors, Quality Carpet, Wallpaper, Mini Blinds, Ceramic Tile 398-7179 • 115 Bufkin Looking for a Church where you can be yourself? Give Christian Country Fellowship a try. . . We’re a loving, family Church! Sunday: Sunday School* Morning Worship Wednesday: 10 a.m. Study/Prayer Time 6:30 p.m. 11 a.m. *Sunday School for all ages 1252 FM 20 between Lockhart and Bastrop. From Hwy. 71, west of Bastrop, take FM 20 approx. 5.8 miles, on the right! 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During their sessions, the Grand Jury determines whether probable cause exists to pursue criminal prosecution of felony offenders. The Texas Code of Criminal Procedure provides that an indictment is to remain sealed until the indiThe Caldwell County Grand Jury convenes once vidual has been arrested. each month, usually on the second Wednesday, to re(Courtesy of Lauren Miller) view cases currently pending prosecution with the C LOCKTOWER CONTINUED FROM PAGE 4A several more hours on a bus before we get them home. How do we expect a kid to function in class on Wednesday morning, when they didn’t get home from Tivy until midnight on Wednesday morning? I can’t, for the life of me, understand what UIL was thinking. One thing is for certain, they weren’t thinking about what’s best for our kids. I am as mystified as I have ever been as to why UIL doesn’t group us with schools in our actual geographical region. Just as a “for instance,” the currently-drawn District 25-5A contains seven schools, all within Austin ISD. It’s currently a seven-school district, and if Lockhart was moved to 25-5A, our kids would have a total of 514.4 round-trip miles (in District 26-5A, we have 503.5 ONE WAY miles). What’s more, if we were moved into an Austin district, our local parents would have the opportunity to support the kids. Because let’s be honest, what working person can take off work three hours early to drive 121 miles for an out-of-town game at 5 p.m.? I’m not suggesting that we’re the only school district in the State in this position, after the UIL realignment. Honestly, I’m pretty sure we’re not. But at the risk of sounding like a bad person… I’m not here to fight for anyone else’s kids. I’m here to fight for Lockhart kids… my kids… OUR kids. The kids that I don’t want on a bus, at 11 p.m. on an unlit highway that I’m afraid to drive myself because of deer or other nasties in the roads, when they have to be at school at 7:15 a.m. the next morning. The kids who want their parents to watch them play, but who are forced into an understanding that their parents have to choose between working their LOGOS PUT YOUR NAME ON IT CONTINUED FROM PAGE 4A nificant cushion of unallocated funds. That wiggle room totals about $4 billion, said Ursula Parks, director of the Legislative Budget Board. Still, Parks said, “everybody should probably be prepared for a budget environment that is somewhat limited” heading into the next legislative session in 2017. Lawmakers pressed Hegar for more information about where the economy’s breaking points might be — how long is too long for cheap oil? Hegar asked for more cause they know they’re good enough to do it. And the kids that shouldn’t have to go into competition already handicapped by a travel schedule that most of us wouldn’t undertake on a vacation. I don’t know if the Powers That Be are going to appeal this decision by UIL. But I hope, for our kids’ sake, that they do. 108 N. MAIN • 398-4617 O IL P RICES toward road construction and maintenance than originally expected, the drilling slowdown should not leave lawmakers with a revenue shortfall, he said. In fact, much of the certified revenue estimate Hegar released in October has stayed accurate — even though it was based on significantly higher oil prices — because producers are pumping more oil than anyone expected, Hegar said. “The budget you passed – it works, and it will continue to work,” Hegar said, noting that lawmakers also left a sig- jobs and putting food on the table, or taking time off to drive all over Hell’s half-acre to watch them play. The kids who work their guts out, every Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday to make us proud, even though they’re roadweary and travel-tired. The kids who can, and will, compete with anyone we ask them to, be- time. A few more been hit hard with laymonths would give him offs, praised Hegar’s a clearer picture of the work thus far. complex ways in which FLOORS low oil prices interact with the 12th largest PLUS economy in the world. Carpet Installation, Ceramic Tile, “I’m happy to give Wood Floors, Vinly you numbers. That’s my Flooring, Mini job. I just don’t want to Blinds, Mill Direct give you a false sense” Carpets based upon incomplete 512-398-7179 information, he said. One model Hegar’s team uses to gauge the broader affects of oil prices involves 1,700 factors, he told reporters. As Hegar’s testimony wrapped up Tuesday, Republican state Sen. 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Garrett’s work within the Education and Interpretation Department focuses on researching content for programming and interGreg Garrett works as pretive tours. Garrett is state. Thank you and I hope to hear from you soon. Greg Garrett (210) 458-2225 (210) 861-6820 Gregory.garrett@utsa.edu also a Certified Interpretive Guide through the National Association of Interpretation. Himself a baseball player, Garrett graduated Lockhart High School with the Class of 1992. Church Director . . . read your Bible daily Flowers - McDowell Abstract Co. Alan Fielder 119 S. Main 398-2338 Smitty’s Market, Inc. 208 S. Commerce Street • 398-9344 • Lockhart Bar-B-Que • Hot Sausage • Fresh Choice Meat Mon.-Fri. 7 a.m.-6 p.m. • Sat. 7 a.m.-6:30 p.m. • Sun. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. MAINTENANCE • REPAIRS • TIRES 301 S. Colorado • Lockhart • (512) 398-4283 DriveAFirestone.com HAVE IRA QUESTIONS? LET’S TALK. Douglas B. Field, AAMS® Financial Advisor www.edwardjones.com Member SIPC 219 South Commerce St. Lockhart, TX 78644 512-398-7884 FIRST APOSTOLIC CHURCH - Pastor Deborah Byrd Services: Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship 12. Wednesday Service 7:30 p.m. 809 E. 3rd * 398-2584 FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD - Pastor Leo Miller, Youth Pastor Matt Burton. Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Wednesday 7 p.m. Nursery provided for all services. 2515 N. Colorado * 398-2610. www.lockhartag.org. FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD OF LULING - Pastor Rocky Ferguson. Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday 7:30 p.m. Hwy. 183 South, Luling * 512-529-0833. Pick-up available TAYLORSVILLE ASSEMBLY OF GOD - Pastor Charley Pierson. Services: Sunday School 9:50 a.m. Sunday Service 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday 7 p.m. Red Rock * 398-2404 BATEMAN BAPTIST CHURCH - Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Services: 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday 7 p.m. Youth Night 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays. 2691 FM 20, Red Rock * 601-3240 BETHEL PRIMITIVE BAPTIST CHURCH - Elder Billy W. Huckaby, Pastor. Tom Owen, Clerk. McMahan * 398-6075 BRAZOS STREET BAPTIST CHURCH (ABA) - Pastor Larry W. Hargraves. Services: Sunday 11 a.m. & 6 p.m.; Wed. 6:30 p.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. 704 S. Brazos Street * 512-398-5889 CLEARFORK BAPTIST CHURCH - Pastor Bobby Robinson. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Services: 11 a.m., 6 p.m. Wednesday Prayer meeting 6 p.m. 461 Clearfork Road. 398-6501 church. DALE FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH - Pastor Jimmy Yandell. Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship 11 a.m., 6 p.m. 180 Packard, Dale * 512629-6490 DELHI BAPTIST CHURCH - Bro. Jim Hickman. 6228 St. Hwy. 304, Rosanky * 830-540-4847 FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH - Pastor H. Fritz Williams, Jr.. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Services: Sunday 10 a.m. 514 Neches * 376-3137 FIRST LOCKHART BAPTIST CHURCH - Pastor Gary Rodgers. Sunday School: 9:00 a.m. Services: Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. Johnny & Son’s Paint and Body Shop 400 E. FM 20 - Lockhart - 512-398-5402 www.johnnyandsons.com Gene Crouch Broker Office: (512) 398-5814 Metro/Fax: (512) 376-5814 Home: (512) 376-6590 Cell: (512) 376-1480 Gene Crouch Realty 633 S. Colorado • P.O. Box 8 • Lockhart, TX 78644 Christy Stephens, Agent Cell: (512) 376-0045 www.texasproperties.com/genecrouchrealty.com COME JOIN US FOR A FUN TIME OF PRAISE/WORSHIP and THE WORD OF GOD ST. PAUL UNITED CHURCH ANNEX 728 S. Main St. • Lockhart • 512-281-9676 Sunday’s 6:00 p.m. • Pastor Dennis Luton Director of the SC TX Rodeo Ring of Honor GERMANIA INSURANCE Covering Texas since 1896 Property Insurance • Farm • Ranch Home • Auto Bruce Germer Insurance Agency 398-6156 brucegermerinsurance@yahoo.com 1109 S. Main (Signed services available upon request for individuals who are Deaf or hard of hearing), Evening Services: 6 p.m. 315 W. Prairie Lea * 398-5297 GRACE BAPTIST CHURCH - Pastor David Miller. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Services: 10:45 a.m. & 6 p.m. Youth & children 7 p.m. Saturday Youth Night 6-10 p.m. Red Rock * 303-3891 GRACE PRIMITIVE BAPTIST CHURCH Elder Vance Rodgers. Services: 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 5th Sunday 10:30 a.m.; 4th Sundays 6:30 p.m. 1330 Old McMahan Road, Lockhart MARTINDALE BAPTIST CHURCH - Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Services: 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 6:30 p.m. 12351 Hwy. 142, Martindale, (512) 357-6780 MASON LONE OAK BAPTIST CHURCH Rev. T.C. DeShay, Pastor. Sunday School 10 a.m. Services: Sunday 11 a.m. Wednesday 7 p.m. 1417 E. 5th Street McMAHAN BAPTIST CHURCH - Pastor Robert Horton. Sunday School 10 a.m. Services: 11 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study, Prayer Service 7 p.m. McMahan * 398-2101 MINERAL SPRINGS BAPTIST CHURCH Pastor Kyle Bishop. Services:?Wednesday 6:30 p.m. Sunday 11 a.m. NEW BEGINNINGS BAPTIST CHURCH Dennis Toungate, Pastor. Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Service: 11 a.m. 125 Blossom Court, Tilmon OAKVIEW BAPTIST CHURCH - Rev. Juan Manuel Sanchez. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday 7:00 p.m. Park Road * 398-2441 PRAIRIE LEA BAPTIST CHURCH - Pastor Keith Maddox. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Sunday Worship Service 11 a.m. Tuesday night Bible Study: Meal at 6:30, Study 7 p.m. Wednesday night - TeamKids 6:15-7:30 p.m. 6825 San Marcos Hwy., Prairie Lea * 4882274 SOUTHEAST BAPTIST CHURCH - Pastor Billy Shugart. Mustang Ridge * 243-2837 ST. JOHN UNITED BAPTIST CHURCH Pastor John Morris. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship 11 a.m. 103 Bufkin Street TRINITY BAPTIST CHURCH - Sunday School 10 a.m. Services: 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday 7 p.m. 1203 N. Blanco * 3987566 IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY CHURCH – Pastor: Rev. Brion Zarsky. Services: Saturday 6 p.m. Spanish. Sunday 8:00 a.m. English; 9:30 a.m. English. Wednesday 12 p.m. (noon) English. Thursday 12 p.m. (noon) English. Rosary 30 min. before Sat. & Sun. Mass. Confessions 5:15-5:45 p.m. Saturday. Martindale * 357-6573 ST. MARY’S CATHOLIC CHURCH – Fr. Ed Karasek. Services: Saturday 5:30 p.m. Sunday 7:30 a.m. Spanish; 10:30 a.m. English. 205 W. Pecan * 398-4649 ANCHOR OF HOPE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP - Kyle Horton, Pastor. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. Sunday night Prayer 7 p.m. Wednesday night Bible Study 7 p.m. 204 N. Main 512-738-2353 FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH – Rev. Randall A. Frye. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Service 10:45 a.m. Church St. @ San Antonio * 3983129 LIFE UNLIMITED CHURCH – Pastor Brandon Hollar. Services: Sundays 9:30 a.m. Wednesday 7 p.m. 2301 S. Colorado * 3984642 DALE CHURCH OF CHRIST – Sunday Service 10:30 a.m. LOCKHART CHURCH OF CHRIST – Pastor Bob Hailey. Sunday Bible Study 9:30 a.m. Services: 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday Fellowship Meal 6 p.m.; Services and Class 7 p.m. 317 S. Blanco * 376-2826 EMMANUEL EPISCOPAL CHURCH – Rev. Tom Bruns Rector. Sunday - 8:30 a.m. Holy Communion; 9:30 a.m. Christian Education (all ages); 10:30 a.m. Holy Communion. Wednesday 6:00 p.m. - Holy Eucharist followed by supper and study. 118 N. Church * 398-3342 THE GOSPEL LIGHTHOUSE – A Spirit-filled Interdenominational Church. Pastor Bobby Osborn. Services: Sunday 9:45 a.m. Tuesday Prayer 7 p.m. Wednesday 7 p.m. 2220 S. Colorado * 376-2110 GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH – Pastor Bryan Dziadik-Willingham. Sunday School 9 a.m. Sunday Worship 8 & 10:15 a.m. 919 W. San Antonio * 398-6490 EBENEZER LUTHERAN CHURCH MAXWELL – Pastor Caleb Jeffers. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. 291 Church St., Maxwell, TX* 512-357-6648 * www.maxwellebenezerlutheran.cfsites.org ST. JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH (L.C.M.S.) - Pastor David Goeke. Services: 10:30 a.m. Sunday School 11 a.m. 20 Camino Real, Uhland CORINTH UNITED METHODIST CHURCH – Pastor Mae Fletcher. Church School 9:45 a.m. Worship 11 a.m. Wednesday Prayer 7 p.m. FENTRESS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH – Sunday School 10 a.m. Worship 11:15 a.m. Wednesday Bible & Meeting 6:30 p.m. Hwy. 20 in Fentress FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH – Pastor Rob Clopton. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship 8:30 & 10:45 a.m. UMYF Sunday 57 p.m. 313 W. San Antonio * 398-3232 LYTTON SPRINGS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH – Pastor Janet Hahn. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Worship 10 a.m. 9195 FM 1854 * 512-626-8441 MARTINDALE METHODIST CHURCH – Rev. Don Duvall. Sunday Service 9:45 a.m. Sunday School 9 a.m. 754-1127 PRAIRIE LEA UNITED METHODIST CHURCH - Dave Dillon, Pastor. Adult Bible Study 9 a.m.; Worship Service 10:30 a.m. Children & Youth Sunday School Fellowship Hall. Fellowship 11 a.m. STAPLES UNITED METHODIST CHURCH Pastor Barbara Dyke. Sunday Adult Bible Study Class & Coffee 10:15 a.m. Sunday Service 11:15 a.m. 9760 FM 621, Staples. ST. JAMES A.M.E. CHURCH – Rev. Cynthia Ladson (pastor). Sunday Worship 11:30 a.m. 1215 Pecos * 512-270-9171 FAITH CHAPEL PENTECOSTAL CHURCH OF GOD – Sunday School 9:45 a.m. (all ages). Worship 10:45 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7 p.m. 1111 S. Colorado * 376-4001. “Where the Bible is Preached.” LOCKHART UNITED PENTECOSTAL CHURCH – Rev. Willard Pond. Sunday Worship 2 p.m. Thursday 7:30 p.m. 6875 Hwy. 142 West. 512-809-1833 PENTECOSTAL MIRACLE TABERNACLE – Rev. Jesus M. Valdez, Pastor. Services: Friday & Saturday 8 p.m. Sunday 7 p.m. FAITH/FE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH – Ruling Elder Kim Cardenas. Sunday School 11 a.m. Sunday Service 10 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7-8 p.m. 900 Aransas * 398-6647; 512-376-1211. faithfepresbyterianchurch.org FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH – Pastor James Greene CLP. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:45 am. 120 N. Commerce * 3982831 ST. PAUL UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST – Pastor Carlson Jakubik. Sunday Service 9:30 a.m. 762 S. Main * 398-3745 VISION CHURCH OF LOCKHART - Pastor Kyle Dunlap, English: Sunday 9:30 a.m., Wednesday 7 p.m. Pastor Jesus Lujan, Español: Domingo 11 a.m., Miercoles 7 p.m. Youth Minister: Doug Alfier, Wednesday 7 p.m. Children Church and Nursery provided for all services. 401 N. Commerce St. 512750-9715 DANIELS CHAPEL Bread of Life Ministries – Stephen Garcia, Pastor. Sunday Worship 11 a.m. 280 Tenney Creek, Dale * 512-227-5389 MESSIAH FELLOWSHIP CONGREGATION – Shabbat service 9 a.m. Davidic dance class Scripture study 10 a.m. Service 11 a.m. 512736-8129 OUTREACH MINISTRY FOR CHRIST CHURCH – Pastor J.A. Jones. Sunday School 9 a.m. Worship 11 a.m. Monday 7 p.m. Prayer. Wednesday 12 noon Scripture Reading and Prayer. 1500 FM 1854, Dale * 512357-1515 CHRISTIAN COUNTRY FELLOWSHIP – Pastor Bill Pearson. Services: Sunday 11 a.m. Sunday School 10 a.m. Wednesday Prayer/Bible Study 6:00 p.m. 1252 FM 20 * 512-940-4568 RIVERS OF JOY, TEMPLE OF WORSHIP – Pastor Ira Darden. Services: Sunday 10 a.m. Tuesday Prayer Service 7 p.m. 1088 Pierce P.O. Box 551 Luling, TX 78648 Fax 113 S. Main Mon.-Fri. 8:30-5:30 (830) 875-5425 1-800-299-5425 (830) 875-5513 512-398-2114 www.westyspharmacy.com Adair H. Rucker - Carl R. Ohlendorf “Call us for your insurance needs” 115 S. Main 398-2384 1-800-288-2384 RUNNING IRON COWBOY CHURCH – Sunday Service 10 a.m. 7541255 CHURCH AT THE AGARITA - Services: Sunday 10 to 11 a.m. 1000 Pin Oak at the Agarita Ranch. TABERNACLE OF DELIVERANCE CHURCH. Bilingual Church/Iglesia Bilingue. Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Services: Sunday 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. Thursday 7 p.m. Tuesday Ladies Prayer 7 p.m. 1201 McMillen Blvd. * 376-4388 ST. MARK’S UNITED CHURCH – Pastor Mae Fletcher. Sunday School 9:30 a.m. Worship 10:45 a.m. 398-4167 CENTRO DE FE (TEMPLE CENTER OF FAITH) – Pastors Isabel & Nick Lopez. Services: Domingo 10 a.m. & 5 p.m. Miercoles/Wednesday 7 pm. Sabado/Saturday 7 p.m. 207 N. China * 731-7016 TEMPLO RIOS DE AGUA VIVA – Pastors Marcelino & Lydia Saucedo. Sunday School 10 a.m. Services: Sunday 6 p.m. Wednesday 7 p.m. Thursday Prayer 7 p.m. 601 Silent Valley Road * 627-1361 TRINITY UNITED CHURCH OF NIEDERWALD – Sunday Worship 10:30 a.m. 13700 Camino Real (Hwy. 21) * 396-3019 FULL GOSPEL FELLOWSHIP CHURCH – Pastor Les Carter. Sunday School 10 a.m.; Sunday Services 10:30 a.m. & 5 p.m.; Wed. 7 p.m. True Holy Ghost Preaching & Teaching. 1011-B W. San Antonio LA CASA DE MI PADRE IGLESIA - Pastors Pedro and Maria Tello. Sunday Services 10 a.m. & 6 p.m.; Thursday 7 p.m. 710 N. Blanco St. 512-738-2495 THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS Branch President Stuart Bell. 1006 State Park Road in Park Plaza. 512-398-6638. 9:30 a.m. Sundays COWBOY CHURCH OF CALDWELL COUNTY - Service at 10:30 a.m. Come as you are! 1721 S. Commerce * 512-227-2177 CROSS WIND CHURCH - Pastor Dennis Luton. Sunday Service at 6:00 p.m. Meeting at St. Paul United Church Annex, 728 S. Main, Lockhart * 512-281-9676 1312 S. Colorado Lockhart, TX 78644 (512) 398-5255 (512) 398-9791 www.livengoodfeeds.com SLADEK REAL ESTATE Residential, Commercial, Farm & Ranch, Management & Leasing 215-B W. Market • (512) 923-7082 NOW OPEN SUNDAYS 10:30 a.m. - 8 p.m 619 N. Colorado Lockhart (512) 398-2361 www.kreuzmarket.com Florist and Giſt Shop 104 E. Market St. • Lockhart • 512-398-5500 MARTINDALE METHODIST CHURCH Rev. Don Duvall Sunday Service 9:45 a.m. • Sunday School 9 a.m. 512-754-1127 First Presbyterian Church 120 N. Commerce Lockhart, TX 78644 Worship 10:45 Sunday School: 9:30 James Greene, Pastor www.fplockhart.org • (512) 398-2831 QUALITY HEALTH CARE (830) 875-7000 Close to Home (512) 376-9690 Post−Register 8A Thursday, Febuary 4, 2016 M ARTINDALE M INUTE Random Act of Kindness Has someone you know done something commendable for someone else? Someone, somewhere in Martindale, must be doing something nice this week. If you have a random act of kindness idea or would like to report an awesome random act of kindness that you think should be recognized, feel free to contact me! It could inspire someone else do do something nice as well. Maybe you’ll start a chain reaction and extra kindness will erupt all over Martindale! Please contact me at news@postregister.com. Random Fun Facts This week’s random fun facts, found on buzzfeed.com, are exactly as stated: random! Did you know there are more ways to shuffle a deck of cards than there are atoms in the entire earth?? By rough approximation, there are 10^4910^50 atoms that make up Earth. To figure out how many combinations can be made from 52 cards, you multiply 52×51×50x49…etc. That means there are 10^67 ways to shuffle a deck of cards! A million seconds from right now is 11 days from now. A billion seconds from right now is in 30 years. Specifically, 11 days, 13 hours, 46 minutes equal a million seconds, and 40 seconds and 31.71 years are a billion seconds. Really puts those big numbers in perspective huh? Technically, all the planets in our solar system could fit between the Earth and moon, since the average distance be- tween the Earth and the moon is 239,200 miles and the total distance covered by the the diameter of all the planets stacked next to each other is 233,865 miles. (Wow.) Last but not least interesting, Starfish may lack a centralized brain, they still have a nervous system and are sensitive to things like touch and light. Martindale Soup Kitchen Still fighting the (almost) cold weather? A cup of warm soup might help! Martindale’s free soup kitchen is open every Wednesday, 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. This is a free mission for anyone who could use a delicious lunch! The soup kitchen is located at 308 Bowie in Martindale. Please call (512) 227-2302 for more information. BY KACI TAYLOR Martindale Community Library The library’s Pre-K story time is on Thursday mornings, for all children (and their parents) that haven’t begun school. Infants, toddlers and preschoolers are invited to gather at 10 a.m. for songs, books, movement, creative activities and a themebased curriculum. The library is tutoring all levels of students on Thursdays, 4:30 - 6 p.m., and has experienced bi-lingual teachers from elementary level to high school. If you would like to ask questions about the tutorials, please call the library at (512) 3572639, extension 115. La biblioteca empezará tutoría todos los niveles de los estudiantes de los jueves, 04:30-6 p.m., y ha experimentado maestros bilingües de nivel pri- maria a la secundaria. Si Gardening Guide desea hacer preguntas Winter is a great time acerca de los tutoriales, por favor llame a la bib- to plant hardy evergreens lioteca al (512) 357-2639, and deciduous trees! In the winter, roots start to extensión 115. grow while the top of the The Martindale Com- plant is resting, so this munity Library is gives your tree a nice open Thursday and Fri- head start come springday, 11 a.m. - 6:30 p.m., time. Plant native Texas Saturday, 10 a.m. - 2 trees whenever you can – p.m., and Sunday, 1 - 5 they’re generally drought p.m. Find the library on tolerant (once they’re esFacebook (Martindale tablished) and they’re Community Library) for definitely best adapted to current library news! To our soils and climate. see if a certain book is at For more organic garthe library, go to the dening and planting inwebsite at https://mar- formation for this month, tindale.biblionix.com/ca visit www.naturalgartalog/. The library also deneraustin.com. Happy has wi-fi if you’d like to gardening! bring your own laptop or Please feel free to let tablet to use! If you me know about all the would like to volunteer events and happenings in as a tutor, please contact Martindale! You can conPatti Petersen or Carol tact me at (512) 398-4886, Deviney. If you have any or email me at (attn. Kaci questions please call Taylor) news@post-regis(512) 357-2639, extension ter.com. Have a good 115. week! L ETTERS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 4A staff can do. problem with the same new mindset. 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Among the information conveyed to his audience were interesting facts about the filming of “The Leftovers,” the HBO series that gained a lot of attention in Lockhart over a period of several months last year. He said that his job is to read the scripts of potential movies, TV, and other media. Then he finds an appropriate location for the project. He has to know what the producers need and try to find a place that fits those needs. When he drove through downtown Lockhart, he was impressed, but the courthouse was the clincher. He was equally impressed with the houses that were eventually chosen as filming sites, as well as such structures as the Fire Stations. His challenges are to find the the best place for the filming with the fewest hindrances such as obstructive utility poles and power lines. “Films,” he said, “are shot in a hurry and then put together. The finish is BY NAOMI RIDGE what takes the most time.” He said it took about ten days to shoot each episode, and there were ten episodes. He couldn’t say enough about the cooperation of Lockhart from the City government to the citizens who drove out of their way to avoid blockaded streets. He also commended the people who lived in the neighborhood of the central location, saying they caused few wrinkles. One of those people lives directly across the street happened to be sitting in his audience. (Nice going, Diane.) Cantu-Salazar said that Lockhart will be definitely considered for future projects. He mentioned that this series had contributed $1.5 million to the economy of the community, to say nothing of the money spent in the locally on food. President Margaret Riddle opened the business meeting. Sue Smith read the minutes of the last meeting and the treasurer’s report. The author’s tea was discussed. Tickets are now available for sale. Carol Olendorf was the winner of the birthday drawing. How to take action in tough times: Helping loved ones through heartache When things go awry for someone you love, it can be hard to know just how to help. Don’t let fear of saying or doing the wrong thing prevent you from taking action. It’s important to remember that some gesture, whether big or small, is better than doing nothing at all. If you find yourself unsure of how you can lend a hand in a time of need, start by envisioning what you might find helpful if you ever found yourself in the same situation. Also take into account special circumstances that may hinder delivering on that need and seek alternatives. For example, a child fighting a severe illness may be desperately missing friends from school, but visitors are limited due to his compromised immune system. Your answer for taking action: work with the child’s teacher and have classmates make cards or funny videos you can share. Overcoming emotion and channeling that energy into action can be a challenge when times are tough, but these ideas will help give you the inspiration to get started: Acknowledgement. Sometimes the greatest help can be hearing that you’re not alone. A simple call or a card letting your loved one know that you’re thinking of them is a small but important gesture in a time of need. Not knowing what to say or fear that talking about it will bring more pain keeps many people quiet in the face of tragedy. A support system that helps chase away a sense of isolation is important. who passed away at the age of 7. Choosing the right platform can help ensure the success of your campaign. Move Your Mountain offers mentors to support new users via email and live chat, helping tell a compelling story and even select impactful photos and videos. The service also offers the lowest fees currently available with no campaign time limits. Learn more at moveyourmountain.org. Donations. When casseroles have been delivered, cards sent and other immediate needs seen to, you may find yourself asking what next. That’s when a thoughtful gesture such as donating your time, money or things to a related charity is sure to be appreciated. Your contributions may or may not directly affect the individual you’re acting on behalf of, but the show of support sends a strong message. Crowdsourcing. Relying on the vastness of social media is a smart strategy for gaining financial support, whether it’s helping defray expenses or raising funds in honor of a special person or cause. For example, iPads from Isaac, a crowdsourcing campaign through Move Your Mountain, has raised more than $10,000 Gifting differently. If in a little over six months to fund iPads for non-ver- you have a gifting occabal children like Isaac, sion on the horizon, take advantage of the opportunity. Ask others to forego the gifts they may have sent you, and instead direct those resources to your loved one in need, whether in the form of money or items they need, such as books, new pajamas or a cozy blanket. On the flip side, if you’re the one giving, let your recipient know a contribution has been made in his or her name and share some information about the cause in a thoughtful card. tackle the list and elimi- need, encourage others to do the same and make a nate unnecessary stress. meaningful difference in When bad things hap- your community. pen, it’s natural to feel helpless. Taking charge and taking action can help you constructively manage through a time of pegasusschool .net Feb. 4, 2016, Puzzle Solution Stress relief. When crises occur, day-to-day concerns get pushed aside. But over time, worries such as lawn care and household chores can wear on caregivers and injured or ill individuals alike. Work together to create a task list, then enlist help from others to NAVARRO ELEMENTARY Mardi PAWS Fundraiser Friday, February 5th 6 to 8:30 p.m. Games • Food • Silent Auction Tickets for game booths available at Event & now. . . . Automotive Repair Gas and Diesel Engines M-F: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Automotive Technician on site 10A Post−Register Thursday, February 4, 2016 Little Buckaroo Farms shows journey from farm to table Once again, the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service is saddling up with H-E-B to present the Little Buckaroo Farms tent during the San Antonio Livestock Show and Rodeo, according to exhibit coordinators. The tent will in the Family Fair area of the San Antonio Livestock Exposition grounds. “The exhibit introduces visitors to agricultural production, nutrition, horticulture, natural resource conservation and more,” said David Rodriguez, AgriLife Extension horticulturist for Bexar County and an exhibit coordinator. Rodriguez said Bexar County Master Gardeners will return as one of the main exhibitors. The Bexar County Master Gardener association is a volunteer horticulture program of AgriLife Extension. “Bexar County Master Gardeners will have an information booth in the tent to provide visitors with information and advice on gardening, landscaping, lawn maintenance and irrigation,” he said. “They also will be selling the popular Rodeo Tomato.” Red deuce has been selected as this year’s Rodeo Tomato from Texas A&M AgriLife. It will be sold at the H-E-B Little Buckaroo tent. (Texas A&M AgriLife photo) Rodriguez said this year’s tomato is the red deuce — a reliable medium-to-large fruit producing beefsteak variety with a “superb sugar-to-acid flavor” and very good disease resistance. “The plants we will have for sale at the rodeo were grown locally by Peterson Brothers Nursery,” he said. He said Master Gardeners will have also have the newest Purple Heart bluebonnet for sale, as well as the newest Texas Superstar Whopper begonias and Texas Superstar satsuma varieties, including Orange Frost, Arctic Frost, Bumper and Lemon Frost. “All proceeds go to the Bexar County Master Gardener scholarship fund,” he said. Rodriguez noted each year dozens of Master Gardener volunteers from Bexar and Guadalupe counties contribute hundreds of hours to the planning, design and presentation of exhibits in which AgriLife Extension participates. “This year, AgriLife Extension will also be coordinating two Adopt-A-Tree giveaways with the city of San Antonio and Bartlett Tree Experts,” he said. “The first giveaway will be from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Feb. 13 or while supplies last. The next tree giveaway will also be from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Feb. 20, also while supplies last.” Rodriguez said the first giveaway of 300 trees in one-gallon containers is part of the city’s Tree Mitigation Fund initiative, an effort to get San Antonio residents to plant more trees. “Bartlett Tree Experts will provide another 400 trees for the second giveaway,” he said. “Tree samplings from Bartlett will include live oak, bur oak, lacey oak and cedar elm.” Rodriguez said to make sure more people benefit, Master Gardeners will only provide one tree per household during both giveaways. “Another Little Buckaroo activity will be a live garden show broadcast from noon to 2 p.m. on Feb.14 by KLUP radio station,” he said. “People can call in and have their horticultural questions answered by former AgriLife Extension horticulturists Dr. Calvin Finch and Dr. Jerry Parsons, and tent visitors can listen in.” Rodriguez also said AgriLife Extension specialist John Smith, based in College Station, will provide a rainwater harvesting program from 3-4 p.m. on Feb. 27. “This will be an informal presentation on how to make a rain barrel for capturing rainwater,” Rodriguez said. A number of fun and educational hands-on youth activities are offered for “little buckaroos” who come to the tent. (Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service photo) A number of youth activities will also be offered at the tent, said Ruby Zavala, AgriLife Extension youth gardens program coordinator, Bexar County. “We try to get youth involved in gardening as a means to expose them to nature and learn respect for the environment and natural resources,” Zavala said. “During the rodeo, we have hands-on activities so kids can see how much fun it is to learn about nature.” She said youth activities will include a Make Your Own Love Bugs craft activity from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. on Feb.13 and 14; a Make A Terrarium Necklace! craft activity from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Feb. 20 and 21; and a Pot-A-Plant activity from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. on Feb. 27 and 28. “We feel these activities will help young people learn more about the importance of nature and also give them an opportunity to see how to take care of things so they can grow,” Zavala said. (Courtesy of Paul Schattenberg) 631 S. Colorado Street B Post−Register Thursday, February 4, 2016 On the Road Again New UIL alignment ups Lions’ travel time By Kathi Bliss Editor/POST-REGISTER Lockhart received the long end of the stick on Monday morning, when the University Interscholastic League announced the District Realignments for the 2016-2018 school years. Over the last four years, Lockhart athletes have grown accustomed to long periods of travel, as they face foes on the court such as Kerrville Tivy and Boerne-Champion. Beginning next year, the Lions will add more travel to their schedule, with Castroville Medina Valley, Dripping Springs and Marble Falls added to the roster. “It doesn’t make sense, the way they drew the district this year,” said Sheila Henderson, Executive Director of Athletics and UIL Activities. “We’re really the only school east of San Antonio. I feel like we should have been grouped with the Austin schools, even the San Antonio schools. This meals appeared to not factor into UIL’s decision. “As far as football is concerned, it’s going to be a competitive district,” Herman said. “It’s going to be a situation where every team is going to have to fight every week for the win, and I can see situations where there are going to be a lot of tiebreakers going into the playoffs.” Additionally, they noted, the incoming schools each carry histories of success in volleyball, basketball, track and softball. It was unclear at press time if Henderson and Superintendent Susan K. Bohn intend to appeal the decision to UIL in the hopes of being placed in a District with less travel time. If they choose to appeal, the request, the required paperwork must be filed by Feb. 11. Follow www.post-register.com for updates as they become available. grouping doesn’t make sense, because of the travel.” All told, Lockhart students will travel more than 1,000 total miles per sports season as they compete in the new District 26-5A. The District includes familiar faces such as Seguin, Alamo Heights, Kerrville Tivy and BoerneChampion, and new rivals, Marble Falls, Dripping Springs and Medina Valley. “Playing in the district we’ve been in for the last four years has raised the bar for all of our athletes,” Assistant Athletic Director and Head Football Coach Brian Herman said. “So we aren’t worried about that. 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Once again this year, the Lockhart Post-Register and the Lockhart Lion Athletic Department are proud to continue to recognize the young men and women in the Lion Athletic Department by naming the Student Athletes of the Week. Each week until the end of the school year, coaches, teachers and administrators are invited to nominate one boy and girl at the High School and Junior High campuses, as well as one student from the ML Cisneros Freshman Campus, as Student Athletes of the Week. The students are chosen, not only for their athletic prowess, but on the basis of leadership, academics and student involvement. We have expanded the student questionnaire this year, to include more information about the students themselves, as young men and women outside the confines of the classroom or the sporting arena. Congratulations to this week’s Student Athletes of the Week. Kendra Litchfield - Senior Softball If you were teacher for a day, what would you do or say to motivate your students to learn? I would quote this paper Coach Snell gave us about a retiring soccer player who said, “you only get out what you put in.” How and when did you first get interested in sports? My dad signed me up for tee-ball, and I guess I was hooked. What is something a coach has said to you that has made a difference in how you play or motivated you to play better? Who was the coach? Coach Cox was the assistant coach my freshman year. He helped me build confidence and break out of my shell a bit. How does your parent or guardian help to support you as an athlete? My parents do everything they can to support me, even traveling to club tournaments in Houston or Dallas, or sometimes even farther. Nomination comments: Kendra is a senior, and returning all-district catcher. She is ranked second in her class, and just signed with UT Dallas. Kendra is the epitome poster child for student athlete. Hard worker, puts the team first and is a great role model for all Lockhart athletes. Favorites Favorite Movie: The Princess Bride Favorite Athlete: I respect all athletes Favorite Food: Mashed potatoes Favorite Band/Artist: The Black Crowes Ideal Dinner Guest List: My friends and family (dogs, cat and hedgehog included). Favorite sports memory: Hitting my first homerun, but not understanding the umpire’s hand signal. I thought I was out! If you were stranded on a desert island, what one thing must you have besides food and water? A net. Favorites Favorite Movie: Creed Favorite Athlete: Stephen Curry Favorite Food: Chicken Favorite Band/Artist: Drake Ideal Dinner Guest List: My family and closest friends Favorite sports memory: When I got to play my first volleyball game as a Lady Lion. If you were stranded on a desert island, what one thing must you have besides food and water? A volleyball. Camryn Natal – Eighth Grade Volleyball and Basketball If you were teacher for a day, what would you do or say to motivate your students to learn? I would tell them, “Success isn’t handed to you. You have to work for it, and you must pay attention and learn in school in order to be successful.” How and when did you first get interested in sports? I played volleyball and basketball when I was a kid, and once I got to Junior High, I continued to play throughout seventh and eighth grade. What is something a coach has said to you that has made a difference in how you play or motivated you to play better? Who was the coach? Coach Abrams once told us, “Always be mentally tough, and you’ll get through anything.” This inspired me to be mentally strong and push even harder in games and practice when I was tired or wanted to give up. How does your parent or guardian help to support you as an athlete? They both support me and give me helpful advice to make me a better player, and they attend all my games. Nomination comments: Camryn Natal is a wellrounded student athlete who demonstrates excellence on and off of the court. All of her core classes are PreAp courses. Not only is Camryn active in athletics but she is also active in the Symphonic Band and in cheer where she will trade her basketball uniform for her cheer outfit to support the A team after B team home games. Camryn’s future goals include attending the University of Texas where she will study to become a Pediatrician. Omar Ceja – Eighth Grade Cross Country, Football and Basketball If you were teacher for a day, what would you do or say to motivate your students to learn? Keep moving forward and always have your head up, because life is going to just hand you things. How and when did you first get interested in sports? My older brothers would always play sports and I would always join and play with them. What is something a coach has said to you that has made a difference in how you play or motivated you to play better? Who was the coach? Coach Sambrano said, “If you want to be something, you have to work for it.” This made me work harder and made me realize that life doesn’t just hand you whatever you want. How does your parent or guardian help to support you as an athlete? They come to all my games and they encourage me to keep trying and never give up. Nomination comments: He is a good student, with a great attitude and good hustle. Favorites Favorite Movie: Finding Nemo Favorite Athlete: Leonel Messi Favorite Food: Egg rolls Favorite Band/Artist: The Beatles Ideal Dinner Guest List: My family Favorite sports memory: My first soccer goal. If you were stranded on a desert island, what one thing must you have besides food and water? A soccer ball. 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The Mules closed the scoring with a late goal in the 37th minute for a 3-0 win over the Lions. On Friday, Jan. 29, the Lions varsity team defeated the Floresville Tigers on the road for their third victory in District play. Junior Ulicis Castellan scored early in the sixth minute of the first half. Junior Jonathon Marin scored in the 13th minute followed by a goal by sophomore Edder Guerrero in the 24th minute to give the Lions a 3 – 0 lead at halftime. In the second half, the Lions wore out the Floresville defenders to score seven goals for a 10 – 0 victory. Junior Benito Bustos scored in the sixth minute, followed by goals by Castelan (11th minute), senior Juan Estrada (15th minute), Julian Ramirez (18th minute), Castelan for his third goal (20th minute), Ramirez for his second goal (25th minute), and Bustos for his second goal (28th minute). The win over Floresville moved the Lions into second place in the District standings behind Alamo Heights “It is nice to be in second place in District but we know that we have to continue working hard after the loss to Alamo Heights,” said Lions Head Coach David Ramos. The Lions varsity record for the season is 9-2-1, and their District record is 3-1-0. They have outscored their opponents 35 – 7. The varsity’s leading scorer is Marin with seven goals. The Lions hosted Kerrville Tivy on Tuesday, Feb. 2, and will be on the road against San Antonio Kennedy on Friday. They will return to Lockhart Junior High School Stadium to face BoerneChampion on Tuesday, Feb. 9. This week the Lady Lions Varsity Soccer Team traveled to San Antonio to face off against defending District and Bi-District champion Alamo Heights Mules in the third district game of the season. Despite the 9-0 result against the 29-player deep Mules, the Lady Lions brought a strong unified defensive front to the Muledome, and although did not come home with a “W,” they instead brought home valuable lessons that can be used both on the field and in the real world. The entire team showed patience and camaraderie in their fight against Alamo Heights, as they worked to tire the forward offense of the Mules. Throughout the match, Freshman Goalkeeper Abbe Rougeou faced 30 shots on goal and maintained composure and despite it all. Maintaining the primary line of defense was senior Captain Keely Schuab, junior Madison Rogers, sophomore Captain Alexis DeLeon, as well as sophomores Jennifer Marin and Savannah Guerra. All worked cohesively with the secondary line of Photo by Kathi Bliss/POST-REGISTER defense including seniors Judea Rivera, Cristal Trejo, Lions (left to right) Juan Martinez, Benito Bustos and Julian Ramirez helped Laura Munoz and Bianca lead the Varsity Lions in a gruelling 0-3 battle against the Alamo Heights Mules during a bitterly cold and rainy standoff on Tuesday, Jan. 26. Tapia, as well as juniors Michaela Mojica, Jennifer third up by 10, but the Rockets stormed back to make Rodriguez, Tori Acord, and sophomore Carla Partida. it a tight game down the stretch. Bruce Busbee hit two Supporting both the primary and secondary line of clutch free throws in the closing moments to seal the defense was senior Captain Quinn Dechene, and jungame for the Lions. iors Maite Guiterres and Vanessa Huitron. Clay Buehring led the way on offense with 14 and The Lady Lions fought fervently and tirelessly Datesman added 12. Busbee had seven, Austin Garthroughout the entire game, and we are very proud cia had four, and Roland Luna, Daniel Sillero, of all of their accomplishments. Stephon Houston and Logan Schnautz all had two The Lady Lions took on Kerrville Tivy on the road points each. on Tuesday, and will return to Lion Country to take Schnautz, Datesman, Tyrese Purefoy Vincent on the Kennedy Rockets on Friday, Feb. 5. Nevels, and Stephon Houston all added tough defense which helped the Lions prevail in what was a Varsity Basketball very tough game. The Varsity got a much-needed win in a hardThe Lions played their final home game of the seafought contest against the SA Kennedy Rockets last son on Tuesday against playoff hopeful Boerne week, with a final score of 45-44. The Lions traded baskets with the Rockets early SEE LION COUNTRY 5B and ended up tied at 27 with a buzzer beater by Will Datesman. 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Fees could reduce earnings. ★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★ Congratulations ★ ★ ★ ★ Freshman District Champs ★ ★ ★ ★ Junior Varsity Runner Up Ty Dozier Martin Salinas Senior Senior 3-Year Letterman Co-Captain Hard-working 3-Year Letterman 5,000 Meter PR 19:13 5,000 Meter PR 17:48 Ran 78 miles in a week Ran 62 miles in a week Academic All-District Air Force JROTC Officer Will attend the Fire Will attend the University Academy of Mary-Hardin Baylor Julian Fernandez Senior Co-Captain 3-Year Letterman 5,000 Meter PR 19:06 Ran 70 miles in a week Academic All-District Denver Carter Robert Masters Senior Senior Co-Captain Co-Captain 3-Year Letterman 3-Year Letterman 5,000 Meter PR 20:00 5,000 Meter PR 20:56 Ran 50 miles in a week Ran 70 miles in a week Air Force JROTC Officer Academic All-District Will attend Abilene Will attend Susquehanna Christian University University Singer Sanchez Brian Pesina - Junior Luke Hippensteel Colt Pierce Seth Hernandez Junior First Year Running Sophomore Senior Junior 2-Year Letterman 5,000 Meter PR 19:56 Worlds Greatest Manager #1 man this season Co-Captain Second Place, JV District Ran 42 miles in a week 2-Year Letterman Top 10 Sr. Class 3-Year Letterman 5,000 Meter PR 18:25 Academic All-District 5,000 Meter PR 17:00 3-Year Letterman Ran 68 miles in a week Hard-working Ran 50 miles in a week 5,000 Meter PR 23:23 Second Team All-District Ran 55 miles in a week Academic All-District Will attend Emory & Henry College Chis Jaimes Sophomore 1-Year Letterman 5,000 Meter PR 17:43 Ran 50 miles in a week Diego Garcia Sophomore 1-Year Letterman 5,000 Meter PR 18:25 Ran 55 miles in a week Matthew Fernandez Sophomore 2-Year Letterman 5,000 Meter PR 18:25 Ran 70 miles in a week Academic All-District Gabriel Franco Sophomore 2-Year Letterman 5,000 Meter PR 19:00 Ran 50 miles in a week Academic All-District Dylan Schuenemann Sophomore 1-Year Letterman 5,000 Meter PR 19:49 Ran 45 miles in a week LOCKHART CROSS COUNTRY State Champions - 1988, 2000; State Runner-Up - 1997, 1999, 2002, 2004, 2006 State Medalists - 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 Regional Champions - 1993, 1994, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2002, 2004, 2006, 2007, 2008; Regional Runner-up: 2005, 2009 Photo by Peggy Parks Photography State Finalists - 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 District Champions - 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2011; District Runner-up: 2012 Season Results - Lockhart Invitational - 7th Place; St. Andrew’s - 19th Place; Caldwell - 4th Place; Corpus Christi - 17th Place; Arkansas - 6th Place; Georgetown - 7th Place; Varsity District - 5th Place; Junior Varsity District - Runner-Up; Freshman - Champions Team Highlights - 24th time in 28 years; 17 Academic All-District team members; 26 boys competed in at least one Cross Country race; F1 Points Champion - Luke Hippensteel; Most Miles Ran - Ty Dozier; Lion Leadership Award - Martin Salinas 2015 LHS Cross Country Team Members - Luke Hippensteel, Chris Jaimes, Ian Flores, Martin Salinas, Belton Andress, Singer Sanchez, Johnny Castanon, Diego Garcia, Gabriel Franco, Matthew Fernandez, Ty Dozier, Julian Fernandez, Brian Pesina, Dylan Schuenemann, Robert Masters, Colt Pierce, Denver Carter, Leo Sandoval, John Marquez, Caleb Marez, Nash Thomas, Noel Mata, Wyatt Brown, Trey Simmons, Elijah Scott, Seth Hernandez Rucker-Ohlendorf Insurance Agency Auto • Home • Business • Medical • Life 398-2384 115 S. Main Thursday, February 4, 2016 Post−Register 5B L ION C OUNTRY CONTINUED FROM PAGE 3B they take on San Marcos, Seguin and Alamo Heights. As the Lady Lions’ basketball season draws to a close, the Varsity split victories last week, with a 4845 win over Kennedy, and a 21-48 loss to Kerrville Tivy. On Tuesday, Jan. 26, the Lady Lions took the long drive to Kerrville to take on the playoff-poised Antlers. Despite strong shooting and an amped-up defense from the Lady Lions, the Antlers took the night, 2148. Princess Daniels led the Lady Lions in scoring, with 12 points. Iris Guill followed with six points, and Deja Wells rounded out scoring with three. The Lady Lions returned home to the Lion’s Den on Friday night to host the Kennedy Rockets, picking up a spirit-boosting District win. The Lady Lions came out of the gate hot, taking an 18-5 first-quarter lead. They continued to put on the pressure, closing the first half up 23-13. The Rockets turned the tide in the third quarter, outscoring the Lady Lions 16-7, but they were not able to stay ahead, and the Lady Lions’ fourth-quarter push brought in the 48-45 win. Daniels stacked up 24 of the Lady Lions’ points, including three key three-pointers. Sydney Shaw scored eight, and Guill picked up five. Wells and Macy Minter had four points each, and Kim Rotzler closed out scoring with three. The Lady Lions were on the road this week, taking on the Boerne-Champion Chargers on Tuesday, and will close their Varsity season at home on Tuesday, Feb. 9 against the San Marcos Rattlers. Powerlifting Last Friday evening the Lockhart powerlifting teams competed at the Lehman Invitational Powerlifting Meet. The Lady Lions finished third overall as a team. In the 132 weight class, Gloria Horton finished second with 650 total pounds, Ileana Gonzales finished third, lifting 620 total pounds, and Laurel Eeds finished fifth at 600 total pounds. Lauren Yanez finished fifth in the 148 weight class, lifting 605 total pounds. In the 198 weight class, Mariah Castillo finished first, lifting 780 total pounds, Annalyssa Salinas finished third at 650 total pounds, and Shelby Lowe finished fifth with 450 total pounds. In the 220 weight class, Raven Ortega finished second, lifting 680 total pounds and Olivia Salinas finished fourth lifting 415 total pounds. Crystal Reyes finished third in the 220+ weight class, lifting 645 total pounds. The Lion powerlifting team finished second overall. Damian Camacho finished first in the 114 class, lifting 510 total pounds. Nate Burnett finished first in the 132 weight class, lifting 805 total pounds. Jacob Gonzales finished second in the 165 weight class, lifting 915 total pounds. Joel Juarez finished second in the 181 weight class with 1,165 total pounds. Logan Till finished fourth in the 242 weight class, lifting 810 total pounds. Caleb Bishop finished first in the 272 weight class lifting 1,260 total pounds. In the Super Heavy Weight class, Edward Camacho finished first, lifting 1,285 total pounds and Joe John Colurciello finished third at 1,115 total pounds. Both Lady Lion and Lion powerlifting teams will compete next at San Marcos High School on Saturday, Feb. 6. Varsity Golf The Lockhart High School Varsity Boys Golf Team participated in the San Marcos Rattler Invitational Tournament last Monday. The Lions shot a combined 368 to finish in third place. Cavan Anton led the Lions with a low score of 90, while Belton Andress chipped in a 92 and Michael Gonzales and Ben Visage each scored a 94. Wyatt Beaver shot a 104 to round out the field for the Lions. This was the first Spring Tournament for the boys, who will next travel to Seguin for a Tournament at Starcke Park on Feb. 24. JV Basketball The JV fought hard but fell short against SA Kennedy last week. The game was back and fourth for most of the game, but the Rockets went on a late run to close out the game. The Lions were led on offense by Luke Hippensteel and Daniel Cruz. Trival Joseph and Logan Brown played tough defense and provided hustle and rebounding. The Lions took on Boerne-Champion in their final home game on Tuesday. They will be on the road to close out the season against San Marcos, Seguin, and Alamo Heights. 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INFORMATION BELOW MUST BE COMPLETED IN FULL, AND VERIFIABLE, OR BALLOT WILL BE INELIGIBLE Name: ______________________________________________________________ Address:______________________________________________________________ City: _____________________________ State: __________ Zip: ________________Phone: _______________________________________________________________ I ( )Do ( )Do Not subscribe to the Lockhart Post-Register. www.post-register.com 512-398-4886 fax 512-398-6144 Deadline: Monday 5 p.m. VISA/MASTERCARD Thursday, February 4, 2016 H IGHLIGHTS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 5B JV Soccer The Lockhart JV girls squad travelled to Alamo Heights and played well, but left with a 8-0 defeat. Brandie Castillo made her debut appearance as goalkeeper and made several acrobatic saves. The back defensive line comprised of Edith Cortez, Julianna Colurciello, Samantha Wolfe, and Jessica Pena made the Alamo Height’s attacks difficult to overcome. The Lockhart JV midfield starring Jazmine Guzman, Reanna Torres, Mikayla Hernandez and Dessare Sysavath not only broke up several plays but transitioned forward with speed. The front line comprised of the duo Jollean Vasquez and Aracely Varillas, who challenged the opposition’s line relentlessly but failed to find the back of the net. Super substitutes Vanessa Baez, Jaisel Carillo, and Grecia Munoz added depth to the midfield and created multiple opportunities to score. In addition Alyssa Dechene gave the defense added aggression when coming off the bench. During the second half Summer Schulze returned to goalkeeping and exhibited tremendous courage between the posts with her communication and saves. The JV Soccer girls fought hard but in the end conceded a goal in a 1-0 loss to Seguin. The majority of the game the JV squad dominated possession and shots on target, however could not find the back of the net. Summer Schulze, the goal keeper, made several saves and demonstrated composure in front of the goal. The back line defense, composed of Samantha Wolfe, Edith Cortez, Julianna Colurciello, and Jessica Pena, created an impenetrable wall. Where as in midfield, Aracely Varillas, Reanna Torres, Mikayla Hernandez, and Dessare Sysavath offered not only creativity in the middle of the park but a second layer of defense. The forwards, Karen Chavez and Jollean Vasques, gave Seguin’s back line a several instances to be nervous with shots on target. In addition to the starting XI, super substitutes Yesenia Morales, Jazmine Guzman, and Grecia Munoz gave the midfield fresh pairs of legs and impacted the game by adding to the pressure going forward. On Jan. 26, the Lions JV team lost a close game at home to Alamo Heights. Alamo Heights opened the scoring with a goal in the 21st minute of the first half, and scored again just two minutes later to take a 2 – 0 halftime lead. The Mules expanded their lead with a goal in the 17th minute of the second half, but Lions senior Juan Estrada scored a few minutes later to close the gap. The game ended with a 3 – 1 win by the Mules. On Jan. 29, the Lions JV scored early and often to defeat the Floresville Tigers. In the first half, goals were scored by five freshmen, Jose Rodriguez (third minute), Gaspar Galindo (19th minute), Oseas Fuentes (22nd minute), Bruno Mendoza (30th minute) on a penalty kick, and Jonathon Martinez (35th minute), for a Lions 5 – 0 halftime lead. In the second half, the JV continued their offensive surge with goals by sophomore Juan Morales (third minute), Mendoza for his second goal (23rd minute), junior Jhovanni Munoz (24th minute), senior Dustin Schulze (30th minute), and Morales for his second goal (32nd minute), for a Lions 10 – 0 win. “The JV has closed the gap with Alamo Heights since last year,” said JV Coach Dave Cich. “We finally found our scoring against Floresville,” he continued, “With eight different players scoring.” He added, “I am especially proud of senior defender Dustin Schulze scoring his first career goal.” The Lions JV record for the season is 3-3-0, and their district record is 2-2-0. They have outscored their opponents 15 – 8. The JV leading scorer is Estrada with four goals. Eighth Grade Basketball The Eighth Grade Lions basketball teams traveled to Buda on Thursday, Jan. 28 to play Dahlstrom Middle Post−Register 7B 1. PUBLIC NOTICES 1. PUBLIC NOTICES 1. PUBLIC NOTICES NOTICE OF SALE STATE OF TEXAS CALDWELL COUNTY BY VIRTUE OF AN ORDER OF SALE DATED FEBRUARY 01, 2016 and issued pursuant to judgment decree(s) of the District Court of Caldwell County, Texas, by the Clerk of said Court on said date, in the hereinafter numbered and styled suit(s) and to me directed and delivered as Sheriff or Constable of said County, I have on February 1, 2016, seized, levied upon, and will, on the first Tuesday in March, 2016, the same being the 1st day of said month, outside of the main entrance of the new Caldwell County Judicial Center located generally at 1703 S. Colorado Street, Lockhart, Texas 78644., between the hours of 10 o'clock a.m. and 4 o'clock p.m. on said day, beginning at 10:00 AM, proceed to sell for cash to the highest bidder all the right, title, and interest of the defendants in such suit(s) in and to the following described real estate levied upon as the property of said defendants, the same lying and being situated in the County of Caldwell and the State of Texas, to-wit: Burleson Survey, Abstract 3, Caldwell County, Texas, described as "Tract Six" in Volume 394, Page 107, Deed Records of Caldwell County, Texas, SAVE & EXCEPT that 18.777 acre tract described in Volume 152, Page 894, Official Public Records of Caldwell County, Texas, leaving herein a residue of 26.00 acres, more or less., with an adjudged value of $104,700.00, and an Estimated minimum opening bid of $20,798.00; Sale Notes: 14-T-8944, Account No(s). 10385, CALDWELL COUNTY APPRAISAL DISTRICT, ET AL VS. ALBERT JOHN MERCADO, ET AL, 9.669 acres, more or less, Joseph Burleson Survey, Abstract 3, Caldwell County, Texas, being that 11.669 acre tract SAVE & EXCEPT that 2.00 acre tract, both described in that certain General Warranty Deed of record in Volume 360, Page 410, Official Public Records of Caldwell County, Texas., with an adjudged value of $117,200.00, and an Estimated minimum opening bid of $7,044.00; Sale Notes: 14-T-8950, Account No(s). 28859, CALDWELL COUNTY APPRAISAL DISTRICT, ET AL VS. ROSA MARIA REYNA, ET AL, 3.154 acres, more or less, Lewis L. Joseph Survey, A-164, Caldwell County, Texas, described as "Tract One" in Instrument No. 124490, Official Public Records of Caldwell County, Texas, together with a 24X48 Liberty / Ridgewood Manufactured Home, bearing Label No. ULI093234/5, Serial No. 05L18978U/X, situated thereon., with an adjudged value of $93,880.00, and an Estimated minimum opening bid of $13,384.00; Sale Notes: 14-T-8950, Account No(s). 41496, CALDWELL COUNTY APPRAISAL DISTRICT, ET AL VS. ROSA MARIA REYNA, ET AL, 1.85 acres, more or less, Lewis L. Joseph Survey, A-164, Caldwell County, Texas, described as "Tract Two" in Instrument No. 124490, Official Public Records of Caldwell County, Texas., with an adjudged value of $124,670.00, and an Estimated minimum opening bid of $17,328.00; Sale Notes: 14-T-8998, Account No(s). 43997, CALDWELL COUNTY APPRAISAL DISTRICT, ET AL VS. NORMA I. MEJIA, ALSO KNOWN AS NORMA ISABEL MEJIA, ET AL, Lot 13, Reata Ranch Subdivision, Section 1, Caldwell County, Texas, described in Volume 307, Page 134, Official Public Records of Real Property, Caldwell County, Texas., with an adjudged value of $172,570.00, and an Estimated minimum opening bid of $10,549.00; Sale Notes: 15-T-9034, Account No(s). 32953, CALDWELL COUNTY APPRAISAL DISTRICT, ET AL VS. JOE LOUIS JOHNSON, ET AL, 0.282 acre, more or less, Joseph Burleson League, Abstract 3, Town of Dale, Caldwell County, Texas, described in Volume 59, Page 279, Official Public Records of Real Proprerty, Caldwell County, Texas., with an adjudged value of $8,380.00, and an Estimated minimum opening bid of $4,706.00; Sale Notes: 15-T-9034, Account No(s). 31797, CALDWELL COUNTY APPRAISAL DISTRICT, ET AL VS. JOE LOUIS JOHNSON, ET AL, A003 BURLESON, JOSEPH SR., *IMPROVEMENT ONLY* LOCATED ON JOHNSON, WILLIE T, located in Caldwell County, Texas., with an adjudged value of $5,580.00, and an Estimated minimum opening bid of $2,933.00; Sale Notes: 15-T-9043, Account No(s). 24511, CALDWELL COUNTY APPRAISAL DISTRICT, ET AL VS. ELODIA C. FLORES, ET AL, Lot 20, Milam Heights Addition, City of Luling, Caldwell County, Texas, described in Volume 339, Page 281, Deed Records of Caldwell County, Texas., with an adjudged value of $57,440.00, and an Estimated minimum opening bid of $9,275.00; Sale Notes: 15-T-9054, Account No(s). 43994, CALDWELL COUNTY APPRAISAL DISTRICT, ET AL VS. MODESTO MARTINEZ, ET AL, Lot 10, Reata Ranch Subdivision, Section 1, Caldwell County, Texas, described in Volume 431, Page 103, Official Public Records of Real Property, Caldwell County, Texas., with an adjudged value of $26,000.00, and an Estimated minimum opening bid of $4,220.00; Sale Notes: 15-T-9054, Account No(s). 51326, CALDWELL COUNTY APPRAISAL DISTRICT, ET AL VS. MODESTO MARTINEZ, ET AL, A 1997, 14 X 76 Southwood Model, manufactured home bearing Label No. PFS0461720/1, Serial No. 12325708A/B, situated at 320 Reata Ranch Road, Lockhart, Caldwell County, Texas., with an adjudged value of $48,030.00, and an Estimated minimum opening bid of $11,794.00; Sale Notes: 15-T-9080, Account No(s). 24019, CALDWELL COUNTY APPRAISAL DISTRICT, ET AL VS. CIRO RIVERA, ET AL, 0.172 acre, more or less, Spencer Morris League, Abstract 18, City of Luling, Caldwell County, Texas, described in Volume 212, Page 550, Official Public Records of Real Property, Caldwell County, Texas., with an adjudged value of $17,580.00, and an Estimated minimum opening bid of $2,788.00; Sale Notes: School. The “A” Team Lions came away with an exciting 55-53 win over the Mustangs. Starters for the game were Jayden Garza, Jason Franks, Jordan McKinney, Seth Sanchez, and Derek Evans. After a slow start at the beginning of the game and trailing by five at the end of the first quarter, the Lions came back strong to take a onepoint lead into halftime. In the second half, both teams fought hard and took turns taking the lead. However, at the end of the third quarter the Lions were ahead by two points and maintained that lead until the end of the game. The Lions were led by Jason Franks with 32 points, Jordan McKinney with 12 points, Ryan Butler with seven points (including two big three-pointers), Isaiah Samaripa with three points, and Jayden Garza with one point from a free throw. The last two games of the season will by Thursday, Feb. 4 at LJHS versus Chapa Middle School and Monday, Feb. 8 at Simon Middle School in 12-T-8751, Account Kyle. No(s). 20781, CALDWELL COUNTY APLockhart Junior High PRAISAL DISTRICT, ET played a basketball game AL VS. MATIAS MARthis last on Thursday, Jan. TINEZ, ET AL, 75 feet 28, at Dahlstrom Middle front off the South side of School. The Eighth Grade Lot 4, Block 2, Wilson's Lions “B” Team lost by a Addition, an addition to score of 56-18 to go to 2-5 the City of Lockhart, for the season. Caldwell County, Texas, The Lockhart starting as described in Volume lineup included David 554, Page 567, Official Serrato, George Renteria, Records of Caldwell Vernon Polk, Taj Daw- County, Texas., with an son-King, and Faustino adjudged value of Gonzales. $46,720.00, and an EstiThe Lions were led in mated minimum opening scoring by Faustino Gon- bid of $8,389.00; zales, who scored six pts. Sale Notes: Other players who scored 13-T-8874, Account for Lockhart include No(s). 55570, CALDGeorge Renteria, with WELL COUNTY APfour points, and David PRAISAL DISTRICT, ET Serrato, Vernon Polk, AL VS. AUS-TEX PARTS Omar Ceja and Jose & SERVICE, ET AL, Ramon, with two points PERSONAL PROPERTY each. CONSISTING OF A MANUFACTURED Seventh Grade HOME; _, 27.5X64, Basketball LABEL# PFS0658770 / Lockhart Seventh PFS0658771 SN# / Grade Lady Lions Bas- PH175850A ketball Teams split two PH175850B, CALDWELL games with Dahlstrom COUNTY, TEXAS., with an adjudged value of Middle School. The “B” team won 18- $43,500.00, and an Esti15 in a game that went mated minimum opening bid of $15,700.00; down to the wire. The “A” team lost 34-2 Sale Notes: Account The Lady Lions will 13-T-8907, No(s). 37925, CALDtravel to Chapa Middle WELL COUNTY APSchool on Thursday Feb. PRAISAL DISTRICT, ET 4. AL VS. BARBARA LYNETTE GREEN, ET AL, 7.61 acres, more or less, situated in the B. Perkins Survey, Caldwell County, Texas, being the partition conveyed to Barbara Lynette Green, et al, in Volume 162, Page 865, Official Public Records of Caldwell County, Texas., with an adjudged value of $57,460.00, and an Estimated minimum opening bid of $14,863.00; Sale Notes: 13-T-8933, Account No(s). 10295, CALDWELL COUNTY APPRAISAL DISTRICT, ET AL VS. HOMER CRENSHAW, 44.77 acres, more or less, Joseph (any volume and page references, unless otherwise indicated, being to the Deed Records, Caldwell County, Texas, to which instruments reference may be made for a more complete description of each respective tract.) or, upon the written request of said defendants or their attorney, a sufficient portion of the property described above www.post-register.com 512-398-4886 fax 512-398-6144 Deadline: Monday 5 p.m. VISA/MASTERCARD Post−Register 8B 1. PUBLIC NOTICES shall be sold to satisfy said judgment(s), interest, penalties, and cost; and any property sold shall be subject to the right of redemption of the defendants or any person having an interest therein, to redeem the said property, or their interest therein, within the time and in the manner provided by law, and shall be subject to any other and further rights to which the defendants or anyone interested therein may be entitled, under the provisions of law. Said sale to be made by me to satisfy the judgment(s) rendered in the above styled and numbered cause(s), together with interest, penalties, and costs of suit, and the proceeds of said sales to be applied to the satisfaction thereof, and the remainder, if any, to be applied as the law directs. 1. PUBLIC NOTICES Tour on February 18, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. at Lockhart ISD Administration Office, 105 S. Colorado, Lockhart, TX 78644. The entire proposal packages including specifications may be obtained by calling 512-3980052, or sending in a written request to the Purchasing Department at P.O. Box 120, Lockhart, TX 78644. --------------------------------ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Sealed proposals addressed to the Mayor and City Council of the City of Lockhart will be received at the Lockhart City Hall, 308 West San Antonio, Lockhart, Texas 78644, until 11:00 A.M., February 23, 2016 for the 2015 Drainage Improvements, Project, Contract I, Richland Drive, at which time and place will be publicly opened and read aloud. Any bid received after closing time will be reDated at Lockhart, Texas, turned unopened. February 1, 2016 Caldwell County, Texas The project consists of By approximately 3.300 LF Deputy of storm sewer, 2,600 LF Sheriff Daniel Law of curb & gutter, 4,000 SY Notes: of street reconstruction, 6000 SY HMAC overlay, The Minimum Bid is the 1,200 LF of 8” water main lesser of the amount and two storm water deawarded in the judgment tention ponds and all necplus interest and costs or essary appurtenances. the adjudged value. However, the Bidders shall submit with Minimum Bid for a person their bids a Cashier's owning an interest in the Check in the amount of property or for a person five percent (5%) of the who is a party to the suit maximum total bid, (other than a taxing unit), payable to the City of is the aggregate amount Lockhart, Texas without of the judgments against recourse, or a Proposal the property plus all costs Bond in the same amount of suit and sale. ALL from an approved Surety SALES SUBJECT TO Company as a guarantee CANCELLATION WITH- that Bidder will enter into OUT NOTICE. THERE a contract and execute MAY BE ADDITIONAL performance and payTAXES DUE ON THE ment bonds on the forms PROPERTY WHICH provided, within ten (10) HAVE BEEN ASSESSED days after the award of SINCE THE DATE OF Contract. Bids without THE JUDGMENT. For check or Proposal Bond more information, contact will not be considered. your attorney or LINEBARGER GOGGAN The successful Bidder BLAIR & SAMPSON, must furnish PerformLLP., attorney for plain- ance and Payments tiffs, at 5123985550X203 Bonds each in the --------------------------------- amount of 100% of the LEGAL NOTICE contract price from an apApplication has been proved Surety Company made with the Texas Al- holding a permit from the coholic Beverage Com- State of Texas to act as mission for a Wine and Surety and acceptable Beer Retailer’s Permit according to the latest list by Brad L. Jackson dba of companies holding cerLone Star Saloon, to be tificates of authority from located at 5199 N. Hwy. the Secretary of Treasury 183, Lockhart, Caldwell of the United States, or County, Texas. Owner, other Surety or Sureties Brad L. Jackson acceptable to the Owner. --------------------------------The Annual Meeting for Plans and specifications the Polonia Water Supply may be examined without Corporation will be held charge at Lockhart City at the Polonia Water Sup- Hall. Bid Documents and ply Corporation office, lo- Construction Drawings cated at 2990 FM 1185, for the project may be Lockhart, Texas. The viewed and downloaded meeting will be held on free of charge (with the Tuesday, February 16 at option to purchase hard 7:00 p.m. The purpose of copies) at www.civcasthe meeting is to elect di- tusa.com. Bidders must rectors and conduct any register on this website in other business that may order to view and/or properly come before the download specifications, board. plans and other related --------------------------------- documents for this projThe Lockhart Independ- ect. Printed copies of the ent School District is specifications and drawseeking competitive ings may also be viewed sealed proposals for at the Engineer’s office, management services of TRC Engineers, Inc., 505 its food service program. East Huntland Drive, The district is requesting Suite 250, Austin, Texas a cost reimbursable pro- 78752, (512) 454-8716. posal. Proposals will be accepted until 2 pm. On Please submit questions February 29, 2016. All in- for this project forty-eight terested parties must at- (48) hours prior to bid tend a Pre-proposal opening through Conference and District www.civcastuse.com in 1. PUBLIC NOTICES 2. LOST & FOUND the Q&A portal. All addenda issued for this project will be posted on www.civcastuse.com. It is the responsibility of the Contractor bidding to use proper scaling, paper size, etc., for bid quantities. Failure to do so may result in error in the Unit Bid Quantities and/or Bid Amounts. Found: Donkey picked up on Jan. 20 at 4000 block of Schuelke Road. Calf picked up on Jan. 22 on Chuck Wagon Road. For more information please call Caldwell County Sheriff’s Office (512) 398-6777. --------------------------------Found: 2 Horses picked up from Lytton Lane at Tomahawk Trail. Mini horse picked up Jan. 31 in the 1800 block of Washburn Road. Hereford Cow picked up Jan. 27 off Coastal Lane. For more information please call Caldwell County Sheriff’s Office (512) 398-6777. --------------------------------6. SERVICES --------------------------------Amanda’s Cleaning Service We specialize in makeready – residential and commercial. Smiling faces, 10 years experience, competitive rates. Let us do the dirty work! 512-308-2072. Mandaray83@yahoo.com --------------------------------Offering services of: Housekeeping ad preparing meals in your home on Tuesday’s and Thursday’s from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Excellent references available. Brenda Moore 830-351-0186. --------------------------------Custom Hay Bailing – Quality Hay Bales for sale – competitive prices, Custom Fences & Gates, Pasture Shredding, Spraying – Commercial & private, lots and fields. Fertilizer, herbicide, ground preparation. Call 512-848-6796. --------------------------------Large ranch to be cleared of post oak trees thru this winter. Lots of firewood for sale at discount prices. Call 512-848-6796. --------------------------------7. HELP WANTED --------------------------------ResCare Premier New Year! New Job! ResCare Premier is seeking caring and motivated people to work with Individuals with disabilities. We are a recognized leader in brain injury rehabilitation. Full-time, Parttime and Overnight shifts available in San Marcos, Seguin and Maxwell. Drug screen required plus acceptable driving record and clear criminal history. Excellent benefits! Competitive Salary with shift differential. Apply at www.rescare.com, select “Careers,” “San Marcos, TX.” EOE M/F/D/V --------------------------------CSR / FIELD COLLECTOR Full-time position for a customer service representative and collections. Must have reliable transportation and vehicle insurance. Please apply at www.atlascredit.com --------------------------------Equipment Operator •$15.00 per hour starting pay •401K, Health Benefits, Paid Vacation •Some experience operating: back hoe, mini excavator, skid-steer and a bat-wing mower •CDL preferred (or must get within 90 days) More info at: http://mysh130.com/getconnected/careers/ Submit applications to: SH 130 Concession Company 10800 US 183 N. Hwy The City Council of the City of Lockhart reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive formalities. No bid may be withdrawn within sixty (60) days after the date on which bids are received. CITY OF LOCKHART, TEXAS LEW WHITE, MAYOR --------------------------------If you think you have a problem with overeating, please call or come to an Overeaters Anonymous meeting Sundays at 5 pm at 118 N. Church Street in Lockhart. Call 512-7878390 for information. --------------------------------NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS“Any addict can stop using drugs, loose the desire to use, and find a new way to live!” Our only requirement for membership is a desire to stop using! Conscious Contact Group of NA Thursday, 8:00-9:00 PM 118 N. Church St. Lockhart TX Emmanuel Episcopal Church (side door of middle walkway) For more information or support call Jade J. 512766-1081 --------------------------------ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS Have a drinking problem and want help? Sunday, 11 a.m. & 6 p.m., Monday, 6 p.m. men’s & women’s, Tuesday, 6 p.m., Wednesday, 6 p.m., Thursday 6 p.m. & 8 p.m., Friday, Saturday, 10 a.m. & 6 p.m. and at 1011-B W. San Antonio St., Lockhart. For more information, please contact Steve 517-6054 or Travis 7846940. --------------------------------ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS meets every Monday and Thursday nights at 8 p.m. at 301 S. Walnut St., Luling, 2 blocks south of HEB. Call Bill at (830) 875-6165. --------------------------------ADULT SEXUAL ASSAULT PROGRAM – Experience healing. Hays-Caldwell Women’s Center sponsors a support group for adults sexually abused as children. Call 512-396-3404 or 800-700-4292 for more information. --------------------------------Free Post Abortion Counseling (PACE). Call Cathy at 376-6088 or Cindy at 398-4405. --------------------------------Are you affected by someone else’s drinking? Al-Anon meets every Monday at 7 p.m. at Emmanuel Episcopal Church, Lockhart, on Church St. at Walnut St. Further info call Cyndy 398-3704. --------------------------------2. LOST & FOUND --------------------------------- Thursday, February 4, 2016 7. HELP WANTED 7. HELP WANTED DIRECT CARE COUNSELORS - Provide positive role modeling, structure, and supervision to adolescent boys. No exp. req., We train comprehensively. $9.00 to $16.00 per hr for flexible 8 & 16 hr shift schedules. Health/life/dental insurance after 60 days. Min. requirements: Must be 21 yrs old, HS/GED, clean TDL, clean criminal history, pre-employment TB skin test, and drug screen. Growing (20+ year old) non-profit organization. www.pegasusschool.net Call (512)376-2101 for further information 7. HELP WANTED NB, Buda, TX 78610 512-371-4800 or e-mail tsilva@SH130cc.com --------------------------------Driver needed Class B dump truck with good driving record, 3 years experience. Must be able to pass drug test. Please call 512-644-2803 Salena. --------------------------------Help wanted for cooks, waitress and day cashiers. Apply in person at Sirloin Stockade. --------------------------------CNA Immediate Openings at ResCare Premier, a recognized leader in brain injury rehabilitation. Full-time, Part-time and Overnight shifts available. Drug screen required plus acceptable driving record and clear criminal history. Excellent benefits! Competitive Salary with shift differential. Apply at www.rescare.com, select “Careers”, “Maxwell, TX”, “Seguin, TX” or “San Marcos, TX” . EOE M/F/D/V --------------------------------We are looking for a pleasant, well-spoken, reliable financial coordinator/front desk receptionist to join our team. Must be proficient in dental treatment, scheduling, billing/insurance. Exemplary phone skill is a must. Knowledge in Open Dental software is a big plus! Hours are 12:30-6pm MTh. Please email resume to drperrard@gmail.com --------------------------------Manufactured Home salesperson needed. Excellent pay, salary plus commission. Must be Bilingual. 512-784-8413. ---------------------------------8. WORK WANTED --------------------------------I am needing a part-time job and transportation to and from work. In need of any work, willing to learn. Norma S. Lopez 512-7871169. --------------------------------I do House cleaning and house sitting. Call 512764-2549. --------------------------------10. PETS --------------------------------WANT TO BUY Red or Blue Heeler puppy. Male or female, 68 weeks old. Call 512923-3030. --------------------------------11b. FARM/RANCH SUPPLY --------------------------------Coastal and native grass – round hay bales for $45 each or discount if you buy 5 or more, $40. Near McMahan. 512-398-2171, 512-376-9915. --------------------------------HAY FOR SALE: Round coastal bales. 903-2412062. --------------------------------HAY Round Bales – Coastal & native grasses. 5.5 ft. $65 delivered within 10 miles. Discount for picking it up: $55/bale. FM 713 before McMahan. Load help. Call 512-7571121. --------------------------------- 12. GARAGE/YARD SALES 716 Bois d’Arc Valentine’s Craft and Bake Sale Saturday, Feb. 6, 8 a.m.3 p.m. Come and see us. Lots of pretty items and goodie bags. --------------------------------750 Silent Valley Road #52 Multi-Family Yard Sale: Friday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. No early birds. Clothes, dishes, furniture and much more. Free coffee. --------------------------------1407 N. Pecos Garage Sale: Saturday, 8 a.m.-12 noon. Cancel if raining. --------------------------------722 W. San Antonio St. Garage Sale: Saturday, Feb. 6, 7 a.m.-1 p.m. Baby boy stuff, all sizes in boys clothes, size 6-12; womens clothes with tags, petite sizes also, seasonal items, toys, and much more. --------------------------------800 W. Live Oak Garage Sale: Friday, 8 a.m.-12 noon --------------------------------1607 Windridge Dr. Garage Sale: Saturday only, 7:30 a.m.-? --------------------------------6259 S. Hwy 183 Lockhart Stand Out In Style – Make Your Own Statement! 518 Leather* Custom Work & Original designs – handcrafted from first cut to finish. Find it at the Texas Traders Post – the best “lil” market in Texas! 512995-9147 --------------------------------Locally pollinated honey! BEE HAPPY HONEY A pure Texas raw product. Limited supply! Available at Lockhart Post-Register 111 S. Church St. This honey is produced by honeybees from the finest honey producing Mesquite trees, brush and wildflowers. --------------------------------12B. ESTATE SALE --------------------------------FM 672, Dale ESTATE SALE Everything Must Go! Friday and Saturday, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Samsung washer and dryer, king size bedroom set, 20 ft. carport, lots of dog items. 512-665-8865 --------------------------------15. MISC FOR SALE --------------------------------6259 S. Hwy 183 Lockhart In this throwaway world, find something worth keeping! 518 Leather* Custom Work & Original designs – handcrafted from first cut to finish. Find it at the Texas Traders Post – the best “lil” market in Texas! 512995-9147 --------------------------------GUNS NEW & USED Buy-Sell-Trade Buying Arrowheads Royal’s Antiques 401 S. Commerce Behind HEB 398-6849 --------------------------------- www.post-register.com 512-398-4886 fax 512-398-6144 Deadline: Monday 5 p.m. VISA/MASTERCARD Post−Register Thursday, February 4, 2016 9B 26. MANUFACTURED HOMES/PORTABLE BUILDINGS 26. MANUFACTURED HOMES/PORTABLE BUILDINGS 26. MANUFACTURED HOMES/PORTABLE BUILDINGS 26. MANUFACTURED HOMES/PORTABLE BUILDINGS SUPER SPECIAL Huge 4/2 with all the goodies delivered set up w a/c only $54,400 VA FHA USDA low interest loans available Village Homes where you get the best for less 512-385-9700 rbi 3223 --------------------------------SUMMER SPECIAL your land your down payment owner financing on all homes Village Homes where you get the best for less 512-385-9700 rbi 3223 --------------------------------WE NEED TRADE-INS get a new 2-3-4 bedroom home use your trade-in as your down payment Village Homes where you get the best for less 512- 385-9700 rbi 3223 --------------------------------4/2 on Tree covered acre must see. 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HOMES FOR RENT --------------------------------603 Trinity Street: Available for rent first week of March. 3 beds, 2 full bath w/bonus room, 1 car garage with storage. $1300/mo., $1300/deposit. Call Joy 512-7404650. --------------------------------2/2 MH - Appliances furnished - CACH -Storage Small yard - NO DOGS Carport - 290 Bluebonnet Rd (approx. 8 miles north of Lockhart on Hwy183) - 27. HOMES FOR RENT $640.00 per month - $300 Sec Dep - 512-567-2501 --------------------------------2/1 wood floors, washer/dryer connection, storage building, CA/CH, large lot, quiet neighborhood. $950/month, 1 year lease plus deposit. 512398-2561, leave message. --------------------------------FOR RENT in Fentress Area (Kingsbury) 2 beds, 2 bath, w/bonus room on 1/2 acre. No pets. No smoking. Ready now. $1175 rent and deposit Call Joy 512-7404650 --------------------------------2 & 3 bedroom www.silentvalleyhomes.com 512-376-5874 --------------------------------House for Rent: 304 S. 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Lockhart 398-7261 Post−Register 10B Thursday, February 4, 2016 S TATE P ARK CONTINUED FROM PAGE 2B Florida Trail to Pensacola, and then got back on his bike to cycle to Minnesota. In Minnesota, Dave traded his bicycle for a kayak and paddled all the way down the Mississippi River. In October, he set off from New Orleans towards Texas. He’s calling this leg of his journey, “A Walk Across Texas,” and he plans to meander around the state until March and visit 40 state parks along the way. I had the pleasure of meeting Dave when he stopped at Lockhart State Park in January. He showed up with a camera crew, of all things. Having already traveled to about a dozen state parks, news of Dave’s journey had spread to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department television crew, who wanted to feature his adventure on their TPW Television Series. The crew had found Dave earlier that morning (on his way to Lockhart from Palmetto State Park) and filmed him around town buying shoes, sipping coffee, and walking in front of the Caldwell County Courthouse. At Lockhart State Park, the crew filmed him checking in, setting up camp, walking the trails, and interviewed him. I’m told that the episode featuring Dave (and our community) will air on PBS in October, so keep any eye out! Since Dave is traveling through Texas on foot, he keeps everything he needs in a backpack. When I went down to Dave’s campsite to visit, I realized that everything is not much - a tent, food, and toiletries are the only about learning the call of said. “I just don’t want to Dave and get inspired to here: http://www.davidhave your own adven- owenroberts.com/ things I saw (he travels Sandhill Cranes and the go home yet.” To learn more about ture, check out his blog “ultra-light,” in back- names of constellations PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT Longhorn Hearing PLLC announces unique hearing aid trial program, with NO upfront cost, NO commitment and NO risk Area residents who want to try today’s most advanced hearing aids — without upfront cost, commitment or risk — are urged to call today to participate in the Flex:trial™ program. Who should participate in Flex:trial? You may be a good candidate for the Flex:trial program if you: • Suspect a hearing loss but haven’t had your hearing tested • Had a hearing test but decided against hearing aids • Currently wear hearing aids but are looking for something better Dave Roberts and Ranger Lauren Millicam visited during Roberts’ stay at Lockhart State Park recently. packing terms). While he is traveling between parks, Dave practices “stealth camping,” which means he sleeps in his tent wherever he can find a safe and secluded spot, even on the side of a road. His budget for this trek is only $20 a day, but he has money left over every month. When asked why he decided to make such a trek, Dave says he chose it for the lifestyle. “I want to use my body, breath unconditioned air, and meet people I’ve never met,” he said. He told me stories about the people he met on the Appalachian Trail and the tight bonds they shared. He is excited (Ursa Major and Ursa Minor are the latest triumphs). 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