Merchants make donation
73 youth to exhibit animals Saturday
Seventy-three local kids will be competing for bragging rights and cash sales during the annual Donley County Junior Livestock Show and Auction this Saturday, January 13, at the Donley County Activity Center north of Clarendon on Hwy. 70.
4H and FFA members have been working with their animal projects since last summer, leading up to this contest, which is a precursor to bigger shows such as those in Fort Worth and Houston.
Animals will begin arriving at the activity center on Thursday, and all exhibits must be in place by 5 p.m. Friday with weigh-in starting immediately.
The livestock show will begin at 8 a.m. on Saturday with entries in the following categories: goats, sheep, heifers, steers, gilts, and barrows.
The Buyers’ Meal will begin at 6 p.m. with the livestock auction to follow the meal.
Participating in the show this year are Austin Adams, Kati Adams, Dalton Benson, Jade Benson, Lane Cabler, Kaitlyn Davis, Seth Greer, Hadleigh Halsell, Payton Havens, Calder Havens, Makenzie Hinton, Hannah Hommel, Tres Hommel, David Johnston, Clay King, Coltin Kingston, Kyle Lindsey, Kadee Lockeby, Devin Lucero, Chance McAnear, Klaiton Moore, Caylor Monroe, Collin Monroe, Andy Munoz, Shelby Musick, Kari O’Dell, Kassie O’Dell, Kyla O’Dell, Shelby O’Keefe, Jake Owens, Misti Scott, Braylee Sheilds, Cheyenne Smith, Johnathon Taylor, Marijke Tiddens, Koyt Tucek, Cole Ward, Ryan Ward, Kaden Bennett, Trevor Cobb, Isaac Dunham, Caden Farris, Brittney McAnear, Kelsey McAnear, John Pigg, Jodee Pigg, Cody Wood, Colt Wood, Ethan Babcock, Keandre Cortez, Chardy Craft, Izzy Craft, Clint Franks, Cole Franks, Arden Haught, Kolt Stevenson, Parker Womak, Jasmine Lockeby, Charlie Ann Neeley, Madison Smith, Joslyn Burton, Cody Cabler, Tristen Harper, Porshe Henderson, Joseph Jaramillo, Kyler Lamberson, Kallie Lindsey, Christian Lucero, Gaven Nazario, Emeri Robinson, Diego Souza, Stone Schwertner, Clay Ward.
For more information, contact Darla Franks at the Donley County Extension Office, Lon Adams at Hedley High School, or Don Hillis at Clarendon High School.
Apply now for EQIP funding
USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) District Conservationist Weldon Sears has announced applications for funding opportunities with the Environmental Quality Incentive Program (EQIP) are currently being accepted at the NRCS offices located at the corner of Fourth and Sully across the street from the Donley County Courthouse Annex.
NRCS in Texas has received its initial allocation of EQIP funding in 2013 and will begin ranking and obligating EQIP contracts after February 15. All agriculture producers interested in submitting a contract application for 2013 should do so before this ranking deadline.
EQIP – one of the largest programs in the Farm Bill – is a voluntary conservation program that promotes environmental quality and assists producers to meet local, state and federal regulations.
“EQIP is a valuable tool to help Donley County’s agricultural producers implement conservation practices that provide environmental benefits to help sustain agricultural operations,” says Sears.
EQIP is a continuous sign-up program that allows landowners or operators to apply for financial and technical assistance for the application of specific conservation practices; but the deadline for the first 2013 funding is February 15, 2013. Contracts are offered periodically depending on budgetary allocations. Applications made after the deadline will be considered in the next funding cycle. Higher priority will be given to those applications that address national, state and local priorities and provide higher cost efficiency.
EQIP offers technical and financial help to install or implement structural, vegetative, and management practices that can benefit the soil, water, air, plants, livestock, and wildlife. Each county in the state is funded yearly to assist producers financially with these land management practices.
In addition to helping our environment, Farm Bill conservation program funds support rural communities. In Texas, it is estimated that each dollar of NRCS and private matching expenditures on NRCS conservation programs generates an additional $2.54 in sales of goods and services.
For more information, including eligibility requirements, call the NRCS Office at (806) 874-3561 ext. 3, or go by the office, located in the USDA Service Center in Clarendon. Service center locations and program information can be found at www.tx.nrcs.usda.gov.
Georgia Nell Robertson Speed
Georgia Nell Robertson Speed, 72, died Friday, January 4, 2013, in Clarendon, Texas.
Services were held Sunday, January 6, 2013, at the First Baptist Church in Hedley with Rev. Bruce Howard, officiating. Interment followed at Rowe Cemetery in Hedley.
Arrangements were under the direction of Robertson Funeral Directors of Clarendon.
Georgia was born July 13, 1940, in Clarendon to George Andrew and Sallie Elizabeth Rattan Robertson. She was a graduate of Clarendon High School and a lifelong resident of Donley County.
Georgia married Gilbert Riley Speed on December 13, 1974, in Clarendon. She worked as a waitress and other areas of the food service industry for much of her life. She was a member of First Baptist Church in Hedley.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Gilbert Riley Speed, on May 11, 2005; her sister, Maxine Howe; and her brother, Glenn H. Robertson.
She is survived by her brother, Delbert W. Robertson and wife Naomi, of Clarendon; her sister, Margaret Vines, of Wellington; and several nieces and nephews.
The family would like to express its sincere appreciation to all of the staff at Community Care Center of Clarendon for the loving care given to her during her time there. A very special thanks also goes to Odyssey Hospice Care for their excellent care to her and her niece during the final days of her life. God Bless each of you.
The family suggests that memorials be to the Senior Citizens Centers of Clarendon or Hedley.
Hedley Owls defeat Silverton
By Fred Gray
Continuing their winning ways after beating Shamrock 84-35 in their last game of last year, the Owls beat the Silverton Owls 37-28, last Friday, January 4th. Brandon Evans led the Owls’ scorers with 16 points, making 5 two-point baskets and two three-pointers . His twin brother, Bryan Evans, added another 10 points. Wyatt Wheatly scored 8 points, and David Bell contributed 3 points to Hedley’s winning effort.
The Owls’ next game is against Valley High School on January 11. Tip-off is 6:30 PM. They return home on January 15, hosting McLean. Same tip-off time.
Lady Broncos clobber Memphis
By Sandy Anderberg
Clarendon Senior Jentry Shadle put on a three-point shooting clinic against Memphis last Wednesday and led the Lady Broncos to a 77-31 route over the Lady Cyclones. Shadle hit nine three-pointers and finished big with 33 total points. Teammate Taylor Gaines connected on two three-pointers and Deborah Howard added one for a total of 12 threes.
The ladies looked sharp against Memphis and stayed aggressive to get the win. As a team, the ladies shot 69 percent from the free throw line and several players put points on the board.
The Lady Broncos were able to increase their lead each quarter with consistent offense and frustrated their opponent defensively.
Scoring: Shadle 33, Gaines 12, McKayla Cartwright 11, D. Howard 7, Audrey Shelton 5, Camra Smith 5, Ryann Starnes 2, and Lydia Howard 2.
On Friday, the ladies went on the road and defeated San Jacinto 56-37. Once again, three Lady Broncos finished in double figures and shot well from the bonus line. The Lady Patriots played behind the Lady Broncos all night and could never stop their offensive momentum.
“The girls played hard,” coach Molly Weatherred said. “But, we need to get better offensive rebounds. They hurt us on the backboard. The ladies transitioned really good and ran the floor well.”
Scoring: Shadle 12, D. Howard 11, Cartwright 10, Gaines 8, Starnes 7, L. Howard 4, Smith 3, and Anna Ceniceros 1.
The ladies will continue district play on Friday, January 11 at Vega and take on White Deer at home Tuesday, January 15, at 6:30 p.m.
Broncos overpower Memphis
By Sandy Anderberg
The Broncos made a huge statement to Memphis at home over the holidays with their 61-41 win. Consistent scoring throughout each quarter aided the Broncos in their pre-district win.
The Broncos came out on fire and was defensively sound as they held a slight lead after the first quarter. They were able to keep the momentum on their side and play solid basketball to get the win.
Adam Topper was a workhorse inside and finished with 19 points. He also went seven for seven from the bonus line. Trajen Johnson helped the team from inside as well scoring 12 and staying perfect from the free throw line with six. As a team the Broncos put in 10 of 12 fourth quarter bonus points.
Scoring: Topper 19, Johnson 12, Cole Ward 9, Cody Wood 8, Charles Mason 7, and Diego Santos 6.
Things did not go as well for the Broncos in their next home game on Friday and they were defeated by Childress 46-58. The Broncos had trouble finding a rhythm and getting their shots to fall. However, they did shoot 80 percent from the free throw line as a team. Despite the Broncos’ struggles in the game, they played hard and Coach Brandt Lockhart thought their defense was good.
“We did not shoot the ball well,” Lockhart said. “It was the lowest for the season. We were able to stay in the game with our defense.”
Santos was tuned in with his shot and hit three three-pointers for 19 total points and went two for two from the free throw line to lead the Broncos on the scoreboard.
Also scoring: Ward 11 and (8-10 from the FT line), Topper 8 (4/6), Johnson 6, and Wood 2(2/2).
The Broncos will travel to Vega Friday, January 11, and play White Deer at home Tuesday, January 15, beginning at 8:00 p.m.
Tiny little reindeer
Angel Tree helps 69 kids
Fires strike two H’wick homes
Two Howardwick homes were struck by separate fires over the Christmas holiday, resulting in minor damage to one residence and major damage to another home.
The first fire occurred in the 300 block of Angel Street on December 19 about 3:30 in the afternoon, and volunteer firemen from the Howardwick and Clarendon fire departments responded.
Clarendon Fire Chief Jeremy Powell said the blaze appeared to have started in some grass west of the structure, and then wind blew the flames to the skirting of the trailer house and underneath the house.
Powell said home sustained minor fire damage and moderate smoke damage. Emergency personnel on the scene said the home was occupied by the Patrick Green family, who one year earlier on December 5, 2011, had lost their previous home to a fire immediately to the west of the current home.
No injuries were reported from the December 19 fire, and the cause is unknown at this time.
In another fire, the family of Joanne Johnsen and Ray Starr lost their Howardwick home to a blaze on night of December 26. Howardwick and Clarendon firemen were called to the scene in the 300 block of Walleye Street at 9:12 p.m.
Powell said the fire appeared to have started on the roof near the chimney and possibly had something to do with the home’s fireplace. He said flames were showing through the roof when Clarendon firemen arrived, and volunteer firemen worked for more than an hour to extinguish the blaze.
The home sustained damage from the fire as well as from water in the attic. Powell said the family probably could salvage some belongings but that the structure suffered heavy damage.
The Clarendon and Howardwick fire departments put the family up in the Best Western Red River Inn for a few days following the fire.
In a posting on the Enterprise’s Facebook page, Ms. Johnsen expressed her appreciation to those who had helped her family following the tragedy.
“I would like to thank the Clarendon Volunteer Fire Department as well as the Howardwick Volunteer Fire Department in all their efforts to put out the blaze,” she said. “I would also like to extend my thanks to them for placing us in a motel for a few days while we try to sort our lives.
“December 22 my son celebrated his sixth birthday amongst friends and family in this home. December 25th we celebrated the birth of Jesus amongst friends and family in this home. Now this home basically does not exist.”
She especially thanked Teresa and Dan Dronzek,Deanna and Loyd Weatherton, Rhonda and Tom Jaramillo,. Jerry and Hilary Lucero, K.C. Lucero, the Best Western Motel and a stranger passing through town who paid for an extra night.
“I am thankful to live in such a wonderful community,” she said. “I know I owe more thanks but am at a loss right now.”
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