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James Wesley Farley

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James Wesley Farley, 71, of Memphis, died on Tuesday, July 16, 2019, in Lubbock.

Cremation and arrangements are under the direction of Robertson Funeral Directors of Memphis.

James was born on October 9, 1947, in Memphis to Bill and Ida Faulkner Farley.
He married Linda Hunter on May 29, 1970, in Memphis. He served in the Vietnam War during 1969. He loved to work and could fix anything he wanted to until his body would no longer allow it. He always had a positive attitude and a great sense of humor. He was compassionate, very patient, and always helped anyone in need.

He was preceded in death by his father and mother.

He is survived by his wife, Linda Farley of Memphis; a son Scott Farley of Amarillo; a daughter Julie Farley of Lubbock; two brothers Billie Farley and wife Betty of Turkey and Joe Farley of San Angelo; a sister Lanita Garnett and husband Tex of Dublin; and numerous other family members and friends.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests that donations be sent to your favorite charity.

Sign the online guestbook at www.robertsonfuneral.com

Alicia Ann Carson

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Alicia Ann Carson, 39, of Clarendon died on Tuesday, July 16, 2019, in Clarendon.

Services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 18, 2019, in the Body of Christ Church in Clarendon with Rev. Bobby Ellerbrook and Casey Carter, officiating. Burial will follow in Citizens Cemetery in Clarendon.

Arrangements are by Robertson Funeral Directors of Clarendon.

Alicia was born August 27, 1979, in Salem, Oregon to Russell and Rhonda Carson. She had been a CNA prior to her illness. Alicia had been a resident of Clarendon for several years. She accepted the Lord, Jesus Christ as her Savior and a change was instantly noticed. She dearly loved her kids.
She was preceded in death by her father and grandmother, Betty Carson.

She is survived by her mother, Rhonda Carson; two sons, Nathan Carson and Devin Lucero; a daughter, Samara Johnson; two brothers, Jeremiah Carson and Jason Carson; her uncle and aunt, Frank and Chris Carson; her cousins, Amber and Tanya Carson; and her friend, Josey Shadle.

Sign our online guest book at www.RobertsonFuneral.com

Howardwick settles fire department suit

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The City of Howardwick this week approved a settlement with the Howardwick Volunteer Fire Department bringing control of the city’s fire protection back under the authority of the City Council, and named former city alderman Brice Hawley as interim fire chief.

In special meeting Monday night, the city approved the terms of the agreed judgment by which all monies, titles, gear, vehicles, and other property of the department have been returned to the city.

Volunteer firemen in Howardwick formed their own non-profit organization on March 26, 2018, and had been at odds with city officials for several months. City officials said the HVFD displaced the official fire department as defined by ordinance and formally titled the City of Howardwick Volunteer Fire Department.

The formation of the non-profit came about four months after a November 2017 special election in which Greta Byars was elected mayor.

Prior to that election, the fire department had a service agreement approved by the city council, establishing the department’s independence from the city.

In April of this year, the city filed suit against the HVFD, saying in part that the department had improperly transferred vehicle titles from the city to the non-profit department.

During its regular meeting last Tuesday, July 9, the city council approved a proposed settlement with the department, and firemen unanimously approved the offer in a special meeting on July 11.

This week’s agreement effectively dissolves the HVFD and reaffirms the function of the City of Howardwick Volunteer Fire Department defined by the city’s code of ordinances.

“The City will move forward in operating the City of Howardwick Volunteer Fire Department (CHVFD), which is an unincorporated department of the City that has been in existence for at least 33 years,” a statement from City Hall said. “The CHVFD will, at all times, remain under the authority, control, management and supervision of the City and its governing body, the City Council.”

In a 4-1 vote Howardwick, the council named Hawley as interim fire chief, with Alderman Mary Grady opposed.

Hawley said Monday that his immediate goals are to get advice from state and local officials, such as the Clarendon Volunteer Fire Department, Amarillo Fire Department, the Donley County Sheriff’s Office, the state fire marshal’s office, and others.

Howardwick residents age 18 and over, as well as those working in Howardwick or living within 20 miles of the city, are welcome to apply for membership on the fire department through City Hall.

The interim chief said a fish fry fundraiser is being planned for August 24 to help raise money for the department.

While the CHVFD is getting up and operational, the Donley County Sheriff’s Office, Clarendon VFD, Hedley VFD, and Claude VFD will provide fire protection services to the community.

The city gratefully acknowledges the efforts and cooperation of these entities in keeping residents safe.

“This is all positive,” City Secretary Sandra Childress told the Enterprise. “The city is protecting our citizens and moving forward.”

Mulkey to screen ‘Steel Magnolias’

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The Mulkey Theatre will present an anniversary screening of “Steel Magnolias” this Sunday, July 21, at 2 p.m.

Blush and bashful will be the theme for the day as M’Lynn, Shelby Eatenton, Truvy, Annelle, and Weezer all shine on the big screen for this 30th anniversary presentation.

Doors open at 1:30 and admission is $7 for adults, $5 for kids ages three through 12; and kids two and under get in free.

City airport to get $80k in upgrades

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Clarendon’s Smiley Johnson Municipal Airport will be receiving more than $80,000 worth of improvements after several donations have helped raise matching funds for a grant.

The city had initially planned to use $15,000 left over from a previous grant project to match the 50/50 Routine Airport Maintenance Program grant administered by the Texas Department of Transportation.

With the state funds, that would have paid for $30,000 for crack sealing and fog sealing of the runway; but the RAMP program was approved to match any amount up to $50,000 for a possible total of $100,000 worth of improvements. The city’s new airport board saw an opportunity to do more work that originally planned.

“I’m very pleased at the effectiveness of our airport board,” City Administrator David Dockery said. “This will help improve our airport runway, tarmac, and striping, and priorities have been identified for future improvements.”

The board, consisting of Chris Schollenbarger, Chancy Cruse, Bubba Newhouse, John Morrow, and Machiel Covey set about to raise an additional $25,000 through donations. They exceeded that goal by bringing in pledges totaling $25,250, of which $22,750 has been collected.

Covey said the airport board is greatly appreciative of the support it has received for improvements to the airport and credited Dockery with providing guidance for the project. Covey also said the board hopes to make radio upgrades at the facility its next priority.

Latigo wins 2019 COEA Ranch Rodeo

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Drestyn Bell of Flying A Cattle competes in the Saddle Bronc Riding at the 2019 COEA Ranch Rodeo. Enterprise Photo / Roger Estlack

 

 

 

Latigo Ranch took top honors for the Clarendon Outdoor Entertainment Association’s annual Ranch Rodeo last Friday and Saturday.

Latigo scores beat out 20 other local and regional teams as working cowboys put their skills to the test as part of the 142nd annual Saints’ Roost Celebration. The team was made up of Jacob Gudgell, Wesley Gudgell, Truston Gudgel, Bubba Garcia, and Zane Peters.

Wilson Cattle Co. team finished second with Rodey Wilson, Clay Paige, Colton Burnett, Casey McCleskey, and Tanner Allen and Baca Ranches placed third this year with the team of Zane Peters, Jayton Baca, Jake Baca, Rex Green, Tayler Burkett.

The Top Hand for the rodeo was awarded to Wesley Gudgell, and the Top Horse award was won by Jake Baca. This year’s attendance for the two-day ranch rodeo was 1,391.

The Junior Ranch Rodeo was won by Rockin JM with the team of Cooper McClesky, Sterlin Mitchel, Brazos Roberts, Blaine Roberts, Rye Reynolds. The second place team was Sand Creek with the team of Benny Proffitt, Cutter Kennedy, Clayton Anderson, Gage Hoganson, Clint Cross. M&M Cattle was third in the junior rodeo with a team of Coby Mason, Cooper McClesky, Sterlin Mitchel, Benny Proffitt, Brogan Rankin.

Top Hand winner for the Junior Ranch Rodeo was Clayton Anderson, and Sterlin Mitchell rode the Top Horse.

Junior Calf, Donkey, and Steer Riding and Mutton Bustin’ were held all three nights. Overall Mutton Bustin’ champion for the three nights was Laityn Hanks. Overall Calf Riding Champion was Caleb Askew, the Overall Donkey Rider was Chance Anderson, and Steer Riding champion was Heston Seay.

Nightly winners of the junior events were as follows:

July 4 – Calf Scramble – Grant Haynes, Parker Haynes, and Kale Brunson; Mutton Bustin’ –Lane Hardwin; Calf Riding – Caleb Askew and Donley Riding – Degan Barnes.

July 5 – Calf Scramble – Reese Myers, Parker Haynes, and Brent Banhom; Mutton Bustin’ – Braxton Gribble; Calf Riding – Caleb Askew; Donkey Riding – Eli Ritchie; and Steer Riding – Heston Seay.

July 6 – Calf Scramble –Brooks Myers, Kail Benson, and Colton Benson; Mutton Bustin’ – Layton Hanks; Calf Riding – Kelby Brownlee; Donkey Riding – Chance Aderson; and Steer Riding – Hunter Atwood.

Beef winners this year were Grant Mitchell, Pam Watson, and Mandy Jaramillo.

Giving the gift of life

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Clarendon Chamber Manager Bob Weiss presents Terri Luna with a free pass to the Mulkey Theatre during the Boots V. Badges blood drive last Tuesday, July 9. Twenty units of blood were donated during the drive held at the Mulkey, and Coffee Memorial Blood Center said the drive hit its goal for the day. Donors cast ballots for their favorite first responder organization – the Donley County Sheriff’s Office or the Clarendon Volunteer Fire Department. The firemen won the ballot and will have their organization’s name added to the traveling trophy. Enterprise Photo / Russell Estlack

Clarendon holds142nd celebration

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Beautiful weather greeted a patriotic crowd gathered on the Courthouse Square last Saturday, July 6, for the 142nd annual Saints’ Roost Celebration.

2019 Kids’ Parade Winners

The Kids’ Parade started the day with the youngsters peddling or driving from Third Street down Sully Street in front of the Courthouse. In the 0-4 age group, Shaylee Hall was first, Stetson Duncan and Conner Askew were second, and Delaney Chambless third. Gavin Reed won the 5-8 age group with Braxton Gribble second and Paul Bennett third. The 9 and up age group was won by Meredith Artho, Haughton Bivens second and Lindley Hill third.

The Herring Bank Parade was bigger than last year with 47 entries this year. The CHS Cheerleaders won the Grand Prize and the Float category.

Ken Carden’s 1949 Commodore Hudson won the Vehicle division. Bad S Farms won the Farm Equipment division with a 1954 Super MTA Farmall. Kenny Black won the Animal Unit division and Robin Ellis won the Other Category with Red, White, and Tutu.

In the Old Settlers Reunion, Jewel Judd and Bufford Holland were named the earliest pioneers present.
The Al Morrah Shrine Club served 660 plates of barbecue, up from 640 last year.

A portion of the proceeds from the annual barbecue are used in conjunction with the Khiva Shrine Temple in Amarillo to help pay for the transportation of kids to the Shriners’ burns and crippled children’s hospitals.

Several organizations held fundraisers during the celebration. The winners of the Lions Club Cow Patty Bingo were Manuela Alconeda and George Rousset, $250, and Sandy Sanders and Doris Mills, $50 each.
Henson’s annual Turtle Race was held Saturday afternoon. There were altogether 146 participants, which was down from the 173 terrapin handlers last year.

The winners were Tucker Putnam for the 0-4 division, Laityn Hanks for the 5-8 division, Brylie Gage for the 9-14 division, and Robbin Hanks for the adult division. Each child division winner received $50 in prizes.

Bronco cheerleaders win Herring Parade

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The CHS Cheerleaders won the Grand Prize and the Float category in the 2019 Herring Bank Parade. Ken Carden’s 1949 Commodore Hudson won the Vehicle division. Bad S Farms won the Farm Equipment division with a 1954 Super MTA Farmall. Kenny Black won the Animal Unit division and Robin Ellis won the Other Category with Red, White, and Tutu.

Tornadoes strike area Saturday

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The McAnear farm was struck hard by one of two tornadoes, which threatened the Goodnight and Ashtola communities Saturday night. Courtesy Photo / Walker McAnear

Two tornadoes developed from a storm near the Goodnight and Ashtola communities late Saturday night, June 22, causing considerable damage to the McAnear farm.

The National Weather Service reported that its survey crew rated both twisters as EF-0 storms, the first of which developed about 10:43 p.m. south of US 287 and damaged a center pivot system and one home before dissipating.

This photo shows one of the Goodnight-Ashtola tornadoes forming Saturday night. Courtesy Photo / Brandy Keen – Texas Panhandle Skywatchers

The second tornado then damaged the roof of a cabin, a power pole, a corn field, and another center pivot system north of the highway. A trailer was also put thrown through a well in that storm.

Walker McAnear said the damage to his family’s farm is probably between $125,000 and $150,000 with the equipment damage being covered by insurance. A corn field damaged by the storm may recover, he said.

“Getting our well back going is our biggest concern,” McAnear said Tuesday.

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