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Vol. 118, No. 53 • 10 pages Tuesday, July 3, 2018 Serving Dallam and Hartley Counties

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Dalhart gets plastered... with posters

Julie A. FerrAroDalhart Texan

The group was hard to miss.Wearing cowboy hats, white shirts and jeans,

the XIT Rodeo and Reunion directors, 2017 Queen Devan Running, 16, of Dumas, and 2018 Queen contestants “plastered” Dalhart with posters for the upcoming event. They had an opportunity to meet many of the sponsors, as well, and learn a bit of history.

Among the many stops on the route around the city were XIT Communications’ office on Highway 87, where they posed for photos and accepted a check for $2,000.

XIT Communications is the scoreboard sponsor for the XIT Rodeo and Reunion.

Then, a caravan of vehicles drove to XIT Ford, where they were greeted by Rhonda and Tim Mc-Millen, the dealership owners.

XIT Ford will be donating nearly $6,000 as a rodeo sponsor.

“These people take care of us,” said John Brew-er, one of the directors.

The other directors making the rounds of the city were Kyle Burk, Trent Cunningham, Jeremy Lenz, Clayton Caraway, Stewart Rogers, Ryan Kennedy and Steven Yeager. The other director, Winston Gilmore, was not with the group on Fri-day.

Dalhart Texan offices closedIn honor of the July 4 holiday, the Dalhart Tex-

an offices will be closed on Wednesday. We will re-sume business on Thursday, with hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Julie A. Ferraro | Dalhart Texan

Rhonda and Tim McMillen, right, owners of XIT Ford, welcomed XIT Rodeo and Reunion directors and Queen candidates to the dealership on Friday.


All ages got into the spirit of cookie decorating at Frank Phillips College last week.

Starting with 4-7 year olds in the morning, older kids and even adults had opportunities to trans-form simple sugar cookies into edible art.

Denise Baumert, known as the Cookie Lady, baked over 500 cookies for the classes and dem-onstrated decorating techniques with the help of a video feed, which projected what her hands were doing onto a large screen in the classroom.

Denise was an artist before she started Denise’s Sweet Treats out of her home about six years ago. She’s proud of her cottage industry, creating cin-namon rolls, cookies and cakes, mostly by special order.

Decorating cookies with a

summer theme


Garrett Wilson, 10, decorates a sugar cookie during the Cookie Decorating class at Frank Phillips College last week.

See COOKIES on page 3

See QUEEN on page 3

School board votes on deficit budgets, welcomes Alcorta


In the wake of a special meeting called on June 7 to discuss the proposed budget for the 2018-2019 school year, the Dalhart Independent School Dis-trict Board of Trustees gathered last Thursday for another special meeting to consider budgets.

Interim superintendent Ken Miller went through changes to the 2018-2019 budget – adjustments made mostly to reflect salaries for newly hired personnel. He acknowledged there remain some “unknowns” regarding continued hiring for the new school year, adding, “This is as accurate as we know right now.”

The board was under a deadline to vote on the new budget by June 28.

Expenditures on the new budget increased by approximately $58,000, Miller said, due to those

additional salaries and some increases in supply costs.

“Every effort was made to balance the budget,” Miller said, but it just wasn’t possible.

The technology department saw the biggest cuts, with a number of projects delayed until the following school year, according to Miller. That re-duced expenses by almost $100,000.

A serious reduction in state revenue amount-ing to more than $800,000 will create an overall deficit in the district’s 2018-2019 budget of more than $500,000.

The board voted 6-0 to approve the budget, with Colette Moorhouse absent from the meeting.

Amendments to the 2017-2018 budget were then presented, with reductions in library and counseling expenses, but notable increases in general administration and student transporta-tion totaling $245,000.

Miller explained that the board was required to vote on these amendments, which were “best guesses” because June bills had yet to be paid.

The total deficit, per the amendments, would be $157,000 for the 2017- See on page 3

Community Calendar

Blood DriveA blood drive will be held on Tuesday, July 3 at Coon Memorial Hospital from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Blood donations during July and August will count as votes in honor of firefighters or law enforcement officers. Donors must have a photo I.D. and will receive a limited edition Boots and Badges T-shirt. To schedule an appointment, call 806-331-8833.

Hot Dog CookoutThe High Country Community Rural Health Clinic, 201 E. Texas Blvd, will hold the annual Hot Dog Cookout on July 3 from 2 – 5 p.m. All are welcome to come and enjoy hot dogs, chips and drinks.

July 4 FireworksFireworks will celebrate Independence Day at Lake Rita Blanca beginning at dark (approximately 9:30 p.m.)

Blood and Badges Blood DriveFrank Phillips College, 2890 FM 281, will hold a blood drive on July 9 from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the auditorium. Blood donations during July and August will count as votes in honor of firefighters or law enforcement officers. Donors must have a photo I.D. and will receive a limited edition Boots and Badges T-shirt. To schedule an appointment, call 806-331-8833.

USDA Local Working Group MeetingThe public is invited to attend the Fiscal Year 2018 Local Working Group meeting of the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service in Dallam County and the Dallam Soil and Water Conservation District. The meeting will take place at the USDA Service Center, 622 W. 7th Street, on July 10 at 2 p.m. More information is available by calling Levi Irwin, district conservationist, at (806) 244-2782 Ext. 108.

Photography ContestThe 2019 XIT Regional Directory Photo Contest is ongoing. The winner’s photo will be on the cover of the 2019 XIT phone directory. Photos can be submitted anytime via email to: [email protected] or by mail to XIT Communications, Attn: Photo Contest, P.O. Box 711, Dalhart, TX 79022. Additional information is available by calling the XIT marketing department: 806-384-3311.

Movie MondaysHillside Church, 409 Denrock Avenue, is holding Movie Mondays at 10 a.m. each week.

Rotary ClubThe Dalhart Rotary Club meets at noon each Thursday at the Dalhart Senior Center, 610 Denrock Ave.

Veterans MemorialDallam-Hartley Veterans Memorial is seeking names for additional monuments. Veterans must have served for one or more years, received an honorable discharge, and been a resident of Dallam or Hartley County for more than one year. Applications are available at www.dalhart.org or by calling the Dalhart Chamber of Commerce: 806-244-5646.

Summer ClassesSummer classes for youngsters and adults continue at Frank Phillips College and other sites around Dalhart. More information is available on the website: dalhartcommunityeducation.org.

Children’s StorytimeThe Dallam-Hartley County Library, 420 Denrock Ave, holds Children’s Storytime every Wednesday and Friday at 10:30 a.m.

Kids ClubChildren from kindergarten through fifth grade can enjoy the First Christian Church Kids Club every Wednesday from 6 to 7 p.m. Dinner is also served at 5:30 at the church, 602 Denver.

Senior Game NightThe Dalhart Senior Citizens Association hosts the Senior Saints Game Night every Friday at 6:30 p.m. at the Dalhart Senior Center, 610 Denrock Ave. Everyone is welcome.

Volunteers NeededVolunteers are needed by Coon Memorial Home Health and Hospice to sit with patients, perform office work or run errands for patients. Information is available by calling 806-244-8738.

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Hartley County Sheriff’s Department weekly call logs

June 17-23

Hartley County Deputies issued 77 citations and responded to 13 service calls over this period.

June 171051 Officer responded to FM 767 for debris on road-way2309 Officer responded to HWY 87 for reckless driver

June 181122 Officer responded to FM 767 for EMS call 1616 Request to speak with an officer2009 Officer responded to Channing for motorist assist2310 Officer responded to Hartley for reckless driver

June 191245 Cow out1451 Officer responded to HWY 87 for reckless driver1846 Officer responded to HWY 87 for reckless driver

June 201558 Officer responded to Hartley for reckless driver1756 Officer responded to HWY 354 for reckless driver2121 Request to speak with an officer

June 211726 Request to speak with an officer

June 221730 Officer responded to HWY 87 for MVA2246 Request to speak with an officer

June 230520 Officer responded to HWY 54 for reckless driver

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ObituaryEarlene Caddell

Earlene Caddell, 95, passed away peaceful-ly on Thursday. June 28, 2018 in Dalhart, Texas.

Celebration of Life services were held on Saturday, June 30, 2018 at the First Bap-tist Church in Dalhart. Interment was in the Memorial Park Ceme-tery. Officiating will be by Brian Walton, Associate Pastor of First Baptist Church, Dalhart ~ Arrangements,were under the care of Horizon Funeral Home in Dalhart, Texas.

Earlene Damron was born on May 16, 1923 in Dalhart, Texas to Earl Equilla and Lucy Mae (Caudill) Damron. Earlene graduated from Dal-hart High School in 1940. She graduated from Texas Tech in 1944 with a degree in Home Eco-nomics and was a member of Gama Nu Omega sorority.

On June 28, 1944 Earlene married Edwin Cay-lor Caddell in Portland, Oregon. They moved to Dalhart in 1945 and opened Dalhart Tire & Sup-ply. They later owned and operated Dalhart Mo-tor & Tire- Chrysler and Firestone dealerships. Earlene then began operating the furniture divi-sion of Dalhart Motor and Tire – AKA - Furniture Fashions - They also were instrumental in the Apache Development and Apache Center. Ear-lene was a member of First Baptist Church and a Sunday School teacher.

Earlene was loved by many here in Dalhart and will be missed by everyone who knew her.

Earlene is survived by her son- Kevin Caddell of Dalhart and her daughter, Caylene Caddell of Lubbock and her many friends, church family and customers.

Earlene is preceded in death by her husband, Caylor Caddell and her parents.

Snapshots of

Summer

Far Right: Breck Allen, 2, enjoys a bite of water-melon.Submitted by: Marlis Scofield

Right: Oliver Allen, 7 months, spent time in the pool recently.Submitted by: Aubrey Thompson

July 3, 2018 • 3DALHART TEXAN

• Queen Con’t from Page 1

The Queen contestants – Samantha Peavey, 17, Tenia Ellis, 17, Jaci Brown, 17, and Sofia Joyner, 15 - are excited about the upcoming competition.

Devan explained how she earned the Queen honors last year. “We had to do a lot of community service during the summer.” The contestants are in-terviewed by the judges, and given a packet of information to study so they can answer the questions properly. The contestants’ skills on horseback come into play, as well, Devan added.

Each contestant is also asked questions privately by the judges, and must look up the answers and return with the information, according to Devan.

A highlight of Friday’s excursion around the city was the contestants’ visit to the XIT Museum. Nick Olson, museum director, brought out the original 1937 XIT Queen sash, telling them how it was made and pinned on the first queen.

The XIT Rodeo and Reunion will run from August 2-4.


Jeremy Lenz, center, one of the XIT Rodeo and Reunion directors, accepts a check from Sherry Steffen of XIT Communications, along with 2017 XIT Rodeo Queen De-van Running, 16, 2018 Queen contestants, other directors and XIT Communications staff on Friday.


Nick Olson, director of the XIT Museum, showed the 2018 XIT Rodeo and Reunion Queen contestants the first XIT Queen sash from 1937 while they visited the mu-seum on Friday. Left to right: Sofia Joyner, 15, Jaci Brown, 17, Tenia Ellis, 17, and Samantha Peavey, 17.

2018 school year, but could still end up less because of those unpaid bills.

Board member Bob Bailey at-tempted to clarify Miller’s reasoning. “We’ve got to amend the budget to fit what is spent” in order to meet state requirements that the district not spend more than the approved bud-get. “It’s a cover your tail move.”

Miller responded, “It wasn’t planned to be a deficit budget. We hope for a balanced budget.”

Board member Robert Ledbetter ventured, “We won’t know for sure until all bills are paid.”

Miller affirmed that statement.The board voted unanimously to

approve the budget amendments.After adjourning into closed execu-

tive session, the board reconvened, voting to approve hiring of four new teachers and formalizing the hiring of new superintendent Joe Alcorta.

Resignations of band director Ni-cole Pasley, special education teacher and coach Curry Read and counselor Whitney Read were also part of the executive session discussion, while requiring no vote by the board.

Alcorta, along with his wife, Amber, and their son, Henry, 15, were pres-ent for the meeting, taking time to chat with administration personnel, board members and others in atten-dance.

A “meet and greet” for Alcorta will be held on Sunday, July 15 from 2-4 p.m. in the boardroom of the admin-istration building.

• Board Con’t from Page 1

• Cookies Con’t from Page 1


Joe Alcorta, Dalhart ISD’s new superintendent, chats with school board members Joyce Speer, second from left, and Bob Bailey, right, and his family after the special school board meeting last Thursday night.

Denise’s theme for the class was “Summertime” and the red, yellow and green frosting made it possible to put brightly-colored touches on the differ-ent shapes of cookies.

“It’s just for fun,” Denise said, adding, “and deliciousness.”The fun came with a few rules, however.After Denise made sure all the students washed their hands, she firmly

instructed them not to lick their fingers – to prevent spreading germs - until the very end of the class.

Alexis Garcia, 11, attended one of the afternoon decorating classes. She knows Denise because they attend the same church, where Denise frequent-ly shares her cookies.

“I want to learn to decorate cookies like she does,” Alexis said.Garrett Wilson, 10, had an ulterior motive for attending the class. “I’m go-

ing to give the cookies to my sister, so she won’t annoy me.”It took a bit of muscle to squeeze the bottles filled with the frosting, but the

results were worth the effort. The best part of the class was getting to take the cookies home to eat!


Denise Baumert demostrates a cookie decorating technique via a video feed during a class at Frank Phillips College last week.

Band directors resignJulie A. FerrAro

Dalhart Texan

The news broke last week that Dalhart’s district band directors had tendered their resignations.

Jim and Nicole Pasley were most recently instrumental in securing an invita-tion for the Dalhart Golden Wolves Band to march in this year’s Memorial Day Parade in Washington DC.

The Pasleys had been with the district for over ten years.The Dalhart Independent School District acknowledged receiving Nicole’s res-

ignation at the special meeting last Thursday.Nicole announced via Facebook she has accepted a position with Rider High

School in Wichita Falls, Texas.While many in the community have expressed their understanding of the Pas-

ley’s decision, it is clear they will be greatly missed, and have the overwhelming gratitude of both the students and parents whose lives they touched in so many ways.

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Legacy Assisted Liv-ing residents love to eat, and some of the ladies,

in particular, miss the opportunity to cook.

A 7 layer Dip comes into play as a remedy to that situation.

Three ladies met to make the dip on June 25. Each one performed a special chore as part of the process. One chopped the green on-ions, one rolled the limes before juicing, and one did most of the stirring.

Everyone had the op-portunity to spread, sprinkle and give advice during construction of the layers.

Many of the ladies had never eaten 7 Layer Dip. They were very interest-ed in the composition of each layer, which were spicy refried beans with Rotel tomatoes and green chilies, avocadoes, sour cream, grated cheese, black olives, diced toma-toes, and chopped green onions.

Legacy residents met on June 26, to eat the dip. Scoop tortilla chips and ridged potato chips were served with the dip.

One half of the dip contained black olives - one decision the ‘cooks’ made during construc-tion - so each person had their choice of olives or not! Water and iced tea were served at snack time. Judging by the small amount of dip left-over, it was determined that 7 Layer Dip is now a favorite snack at Legacy! The residents were also grateful to Legacy Food-service, for helping with the preparations.

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A 7 Layer Dip is prepared at Legacy Assisted Living. Left to right: Mary Reynolds, Emily Ivy, Coe Beverly, Eva Davis helped in making the treat.

The beauty of trust

Safe Place Thrift Shopcoming to Dalhart

Community Voices

DALHART TEXAN4 • July 3, 2018

Julie A FerraroAs I’ve been talking with

people in Dalhart over the past month, I’ve come to see how this corner of the world is all too rare.

Here, some people still leave their houses unlocked. Neighbors watch out for neigh-bors.

Small businesses are started in the home, and the community steps up to support them and help them grow.

People care about each other, whether it’s designing a custom gift basket based on the re-cipient’s specific favor-ites or supplying special cookies for a Father’s Day church service.

While I, personally, have a grave fear of nee-dles, others willingly do-nate blood to help those

needing it for whatever reason.

Businesses support these efforts by provid-ing T-shirts, ice cream or prizes to encourage even more selfless acts.

In too many larger cit-ies – and some smaller ones – this community spirit has faded into the distant past.

In some ways, for me, it’s a little frighten-ing to be hailed on the street by name. I’m so accustomed to being anonymous – the one who catches the photos and asks the questions, then disappears – it’s a bit disconcerting to be recognized, especially after being here only a few weeks!

Having my efforts praised as I work to bring local news back to the paper is greatly appreciated. Having so many people willing to talk about their lives, their businesses, their passions is extremely gratifying.

With the XIT Rodeo and Reunion on the ho-rizon, I’m looking for-ward to writing even more, meeting more people and being part of this community which values trust so highly.


Safe Place, Inc. is an organization founded in 1988 to assist survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault in breaking free from a vio-lent past, make healthy choices and achieve an independent life.

Services are provided to residents of Sher-man, Moore, Dallam and Hartley Counties.

A 15,000 square foot facility in Dumas has been in operation for 15 years, according to Heather Weidner, exec-utive director. Housing, counseling and other assistance is provided there.

A thrift shop will be opening in Dalhart in the fall.

The shop will offer clothing, furniture and other household items, with proceedings going toward plans to provide additional services to domestic violence vic-tims in the area.

“Our long-term vision is to have a shelter in Dalhart in five years,” she said.

Weidner realizes that many people might be un-aware that local communities have problems with domestic violence. “Awareness is key.”

Recent statistics, for instance, show Dalhart po-lice responded to 40 domestic violence calls over the course of a month, Weidner explained. She has been in contact with Dalhart Police Chief Da-vid Conner about the situation.

“Domestic violence calls are the most dangerous for police,” Weidner said.

She cites drug and alcohol abuse as tending to escalate domestic violence situations.

“There are state-mandated prevention programs in the schools,” Weidner added. Safe Place staff are willing to volunteer to provide domestic vio-lence prevention programs in the schools on a

volunteer basis.“We do a lot of different stuff,” Weidner said. Be-

sides offering shelter to victims of domestic vio-lence, Safe Place in Dumas provides classes on domestic violence and assistance with rent and utilities for those who are trying to rebuild their lives. “The shelter is only about 20 percent of the services we offer.”

The Dumas shelter, which provides accommo-dations for 28 people is, sadly, always full.

One plan for the Dalhart thrift shop will be pro-viding services on a walk-in basis, if individuals or families are facing difficulties and need free clothes or other items.

Safe Place, Inc. has plans for a float in the up-coming XIT Parade.

“It’s been a long haul to get here,” Weidner said. “I think we’re going to do very well in Dalhart.”

Renovations to the thrift shop building at 208 Denver will start soon, but donations of clothing and other items are already being accepted.

Between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on Wednesdays – except July 4 – items in good use condition can be brought to Dalhart Self-Storage, 713 Liberal, unit 206, Weidner said.

Those who might not be able to bring the items to the unit can call 806-935-7585 to arrange a pick-up.

No perishable items are accepted, such as foods, Weidner said.

More information about Safe Place, Inc. is avail-able on the website: www.safeplaceinc.org.


This property at 208 Denver will be transformed into the Safe Place, Inc. Thrift Store over the next few months.


Signs for the new locations of Little Caesars and Golden Chick restaurants have been placed on Highway 87 just south of Fifth Street.

Which Wich to open July 9Julie A. FerrAro

Dalhart Texan

After holding open interviews during June, the Which Wich at 122 Liberal Street will open on July 9.

The shop will offer a wide variety of sandwiches, ranging in price from $6 to $11.50. Customers can take advantage of the “build your own” option, to customize the ingredients, as well.

Other selections will be salads, spinach wraps and the “Lettucewich.” Cookie and cakes will be available for dessert.

Just a bit farther south on Highway 87, signs have been posted at the site where the new Gold-en Chick will be built, with a projected opening date of this fall. A Little Caesars Pizza will be on the same property.

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Play in the Dalhart Softball Association’s men’s league continued last week, and the co-ed league be-gan play as well.

Outlaws and Havok remained tied for first place in the men’s league through Thursday, while Game Changers and IDK each won their first game in the co-ed league.

Five games were played on June 25. Bad Boyz took on New Life Blue and won the game by a final of 17-6, while Ice Cold Pitchers won their first game of the sea-son, beating Bad Habit 15-7.

Havok defeated Balls Deep by a score of 29-3, and Average Joes held on for a 19-17 win against Roadrun-ners. In the final game of the evening, Outlaws played

against The Mixx and won by a final score of 21-9.Three games were played on June 26. Weak-End

Warriors triumphed in a close game against New Life Red, winning by a score of 12-10. Bad Boyz won against Young Gunz with a walk-off hit in the last in-ning that knocked in the final two runs for 20-18 win. Balls Deep went up against New Life Blue and won by four runs, 13-9.

Five more games took place in the men’s league on June 28. Havok beat Ice Cold Pitchers 10-1. Outlaws beat Average Joes by a single run, 10-9.

New Life Red defeated Roadrunners 13-11, while The Mixx defeated Bad Boyz 8-5. In the final game on Thursday, Weak-End Warriors took on Bad Habit and won that game by a score of 28-5.

The co-ed league started their season on June 26. IDK beat New Life White by a score of 11-5, while

Game Changers defeated New Life Teal 21-7.These are the standings for the men’s league through

Thursday June 28.

Outlaws (Justin Ortiz): 10-2Havok (Albert Mendoza): 10-2Bad Boyz (Junior Hernandez): 8-4Weak-End Warriors (Fernando Hernandez): 8-4New Life Red (Gene Phillips): 7-5Roadrunners (Bobby Penner): 7-5The Mixx (Hugo Davila and Edmar Montes): 7-5Young Gunz (Tim Gallagher): 6-5Average Joes (Joe Kramer): 6-6Balls Deep (Tim Lenz): 3-8New Life Blue (Terry Stegall): 2-9Ice Cold Pitchers (Anthony Leal): 1-10Bad Habit (Daniel Gonzales): 1-11

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Elks Lodge 2390 presented a $2,500 check to Hartley Fire & EMS in June. The funds came from the Elks National Foundation, a gratitude grant made possible from Elks members’ generous donation to the ENF. Left to right: Pat Waide, David Guest-Trustee, Larry Wilkerson-Trustee, Tammo Mellema-ER, Pat Consbruck-Trust-ee, Scott White-Fire Chief of Harltey Fire & EMS, DeLeasa Jones, Sam Singleton and Terri Banks.


With a theme of “Live Fully Alive” nearly 100 youngsters got “amped” during Vacation Bible School at Cen-tral United Methodist Church last week.

The church building was decorated with brightly-colored graffiti-style art-work, painted car tires, bicycles and even a Polaris Rzr four-wheeler. Out-side, a bounce house gave youngsters a chance to expend some energy be-fore coming inside and enjoying a nu-tritious meal.

In the sanctuary, the children di-vided into groups, with the kindergar-teners called “rollerbladers,” the third graders as “BMX bikers,” the fourth graders as “boarders,” and so forth. They were given glow-in-the-dark sticks which doubled as necklaces, inflated thunder sticks and tossed inflated balls with glow sticks inside overhead.

The music had a faith message with a rock beat, and worship leaders dem-onstrated dance movements. Once ev-eryone was amped, storytellers – Curt White, Ann Finch, Sandy Beedle and Sabra Patterson - wove bible stories into the mix.

Lacye Smallwood, vacation bible school director, explained the program

as blending extreme sports with “bot-tom line” messages, such as “Live like people matter” and “Live like you’re part of a bigger story.”

Thomas Ralston brought his dirt bike Monday night, thrilling the youngsters with his tricks.

The Meyer family brought a pair of chickens, too, with a deeper message.

In partnership with Bridge 410, the children were given small brown bags holding plastic eggs. Parents were en-couraged to help their youngsters find loose change and fill the eggs, which will be donated to families in Haiti.

Those families are part of the chick-en/egg project, which began by help-ing Haiti after Hurricane Matthew de-stroyed much of the island in 2016. The funds will enable the recipients to earn money by selling eggs.

Benjamin Meyer, 11, showed off the Plymouth Barred Rock and Blue Pol-ish chickens, revealing how the color of a chicken’s earlobe indicates the color of eggs she lays.

“I like watching the chickens grow and be happy,” Benjamin said, adding he knows when chickens are happy because they do everything excitedly.

The children at Vacation Bible School were definitely excited by all the ac-tivities during the week, and learned a few ways to deepen and enrich their faith.


Curt White tells the story of Joseph during Central United Methodist Church’s Vacation Bible School last week.

Nothing like a hamburger and milkJulie A. FerrAro

Dalhart Texan

As Dairy Month came to an end, volunteers from Hilmar Cheese Company converged on the Dalhart Senior Center for the annu-al hamburger fundraiser.

The volunteers did ev-erything from grilling the burgers to serving those who came for the meal. Even Daisy the Cow lent a hand – or, hoof.

Hilmar provided the cheese for the burgers, as well as a financial donation to the Senior Center.

“We do this every June,” said Diana Martinez of Hilmar Cheese.

Dairy Max provided ice cream and milk to round out the meal, which includ-ed chips, pork and beans and a salad.

The volunteers enjoyed the chance to be of service and interact with the senior citizens, and the aroma of the hamburgers on the grill could be smelled for blocks around the downtown area.


Daisy the Cow from Hilmar Cheese serves a cheese-burger lunch to Sofia Lucero during the fundraiser at the Dalhart Senior Center on June 27.

Blood is always neededJulie A. FerrAro

Dalhart Texan

It’s not just in summer when blood donors are needed.During the blood drive at the Dalhart Senior Center on June 27, Coffee Me-

morial supervisor Rosalinda Gonzales confirmed blood is always needed. “It’s important any time,” she said.

Eight stations were set up for donations in the Senior Center’s fitness room, with ten staff members handling the donors. Walk-in donors were welcome, and 24 appointments had been set.

Each donor received a T-shirt. Ice cream and milk being handed out by Dairy Max, with June being Dairy Month.

Paula Hassard stopped by to donate blood, explaining, “I have it to give.” If others can benefit from it, she is happy with that.

There are a number of other blood drives scheduled in the coming weeks, so opportunities to donate will be plentiful.

Julie A. Ferraro Dalhart Texan

Paula Hassard donated blood on June 27 at the Dal-hart Senior Center. Clara Stevens of Coffee Memori-al made certain everything was in good order as the blood was collected.


Weekly Crossword Puzzle

Answer to June 29 sudoku

ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20Aries, when everything is going your way, you

are absolutely glowing. But if things don’t come naturally to you, frustration may set in. Find a balance between the two.

TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21Taurus, planning stages are over and now you’re

about to turn your goals into reality. Just be sure to adapt to the changing environment as things unfold.

GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21Gemini, you might be seeking ways to help oth-

ers in need, but you do not have patience when things take longer than expected. Stick to the plan and see it through.

CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22Cancer, it is important to support others’ goals

and the steps they take to achieve them, even if you do not necessarily agree with their formula for success.

LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23Happiness has less to do with what is happening

in the world and more with your own perceptions, Leo. Keep this in mind as you move forward in life.

VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22Virgo, challenges at work may be tiring you out.

People may seem like they are all over the map instead of working together. Try to get everyone going in the same direction.

LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23Avoid going too far off in your own direction

this week, Libra. Before making any rash deci-sions, take some time to ask questions and get answers.

SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22Scorpio, if something doesn’t initially work to

your liking, don’t be shy about giving it another go. The challenges ahead will be worth it when you ultimately succeed.

SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21Your creativity and emotions are linked this

week, Sagittarius. Pour your heart and efforts into a special project that reflects just how you are feeling.

CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20Nothing in a current relationship is unfolding as

you had expected, Capricorn. That’s alright. This sense of adventure that keeps you guessing is a welcome change.

AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18Aquarius, working closely with others is one of

your strong points. Disagreements on how to ap-proach different projects can be tricky to navigate, but you’re up to the task.

PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20

Pisces, this week there may be little separation between your career and personal life. If that works for you, forget the naysayers.

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The Dalhart Texan wishes all our

friends and neighbors a safe and happy

July 4th!

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Have A Safe & Happy 4th of July!

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Today ...and Everyday... We are Grateful.

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Sunshine Cafe - Hartley Hours - Closed Monday

Tue, Wed & Thur. 11am to 8pm Fri. 6:30 am to 2pm

Happy 4th of July HAPPY BIRTHDAY AMERICA!!!

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Wishing you a Happy 4th of July

FRISCHE BROS. FERTILIZERIs seeking applicants for the following:

TRUCK DRIVER - Must possess a current Class A CDL, Medical card & clean driving record.

CUSTOM APPLICATOR - Previous experience applying both liquid and dry fertilizer, current CDL/Medical Card required . Must be detail oriented with good communication skills both written and verbal.

OPERATOR ASSISTANT - Help with daily operations. No experience required.

Pre-employment drug screening mandatory.

Apply in person at:Frische Bros. Fertilizer, Inc.

106 SchroeterCactus, TX

Call TJ 806-966-36S0 or 806-930-4966W

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Stella Walker’s Artworks Studio, 303 Denrock, Painting classes/ parties, and 2 day painting seminars

785-564-0008

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Free Services For Sale

ServicesSCHAFER’S LAWN

MAINTENANCE Tree trimming & removal, fall clean up, stump

removal,Estimates 806-290-5533

Real Estate

Beautiful Apartments in Dalhart!•1, 2and 3 Bedrooms•Gas Heat, Water/Sewer and Trash Paid•Fully Appointed Clubhouse•Full Size Washer and Dryer Connections•Laundry, Fitness & Business Centers•Handicap & Visually Impaired Apts Available•Playground

2321 E. 1st Street Dalhart, Texas 79022

[email protected]

Employment


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CDL DRIVERS NEEDEDMust be dependable

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For Rent

JBS LIVE PORK - DALHARTIS HAVING A JOB FAIR:

TIME:10AM-2PMDATE: JULY 12TH 2018

LOCATION: 412 DENVER AVE, DALHART TX 79022

ON THE SPOT INTERVIEWS.

EOE/M/F/VET/DISABLED

DALHART CATTLE FEEDERSJob Opportunities in Dalhart

Friona Industries cattle feeding facility located in Dalhart is seeking qualified individuals to join our growing team. If you want to be a highly engaged team player in a safe

and well maintained facility, then consider this job!

Cattle DepartmentPen Rider

Full time employees will be eligible for Friona Industries comprehensive benefits package, including health and dental

insurance, life insurance, 401K, short-term disability,7 paid holidays, and paid vacation. Successful applicants will be required to pass a company paid medical exam including a drug/alcohol screen, reference checks and a criminal background check. Interested applicants can pick up an

application at the cattle feeding facility located at 2795 US Hwy 54 southwest of Dalhart. If you have any questions,

please call 806-333-2224 and ask for Paula Gilbert. Friona Industries is an equal opportunity employer.

DALHART CATTLE FEEDERSJob Opportunities in Dalhart

Friona Industries cattle feeding facility located in Dalhart is seeking qualified individuals to join our growing team. If you want to be a highly engaged team player in a safe

and well maintained facility, then consider this job!

Admin DepartmentAdministrative Assistants

This job offers flexible hours, we will make every effort to schedule hours that work for you. This job

is seasonal, however many people who have decided they want to stay on with us, have moved to full time

positions. Successful applicants will be required to pass a company paid medical exam including a drug/alcohol

screen, reference checks and a criminal background check. Interested applicants can pick up an application at the cattle feeding facility located at 2795 US Hwy 54 southwest of Dalhart. If you have any questions, please

call 806-384-2333 and ask for Paula Gilbert. Friona Industries is an equal opportunity employer.

For Rent

Pre – Kindergarten TeacherPre-Kindergarten teacher must have a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood or El-ementary Education. The position would be a full time position teaching children from the ages of 3-5 years old. Duties would include participating in professional development, monthly staff meetings, lesson planning, and assessment administer-ing and other responsibilities associated with teaching. Being fully active in the life of the school community will be expected.

6th Grade Classroom Teacher6th grade teacher must have a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary or Secondary Education. The position would be a full time position teaching children in 5th and 6th grade. Duties would include participating in professional development, monthly staff meetings, lesson planning, grading and other responsibilities as-sociated with teaching. Being fully active in the life of the school community will be expected.

St Anthony of Padua Catholic School is seeking applicants in the following areas for the 2018-2019 school year. Interested

applicants should email a cover letter and resume to Shay Batenhorst at [email protected].

St Anthony of Padua Catholic School is still enrolling for the 2018-2019 school year!

Go to our website and register your child today!www.stanthonydalhart.com

AA meets Mondays and Thursdays, 8-9 p.m. Al Anon meets Mondays, 8 p.m. St. James Episcopal Church, 801 Denver AA and Al Anon meets Tuesdays, 8-9 p.m. Central United Methodist Church, 517 Rock Island 806-244-0404

AA And Al Anon In SpanishAL Anon 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. AA 8:00 to 9:00 p.m. Vierges Esquina NW de la Iglesia Catolica

Dalhart Pregnancy Resource Center 105 E. Third Tuesday 2:00-7:00 Thursday 9:00 -2:00 806-244-1783

Narcotics Anonymous Each Friday, 7:00 p.m. Central United Methodist Church, 517 Rock Island 806-244-0404

Dalhart Winners Circle meets Mondays 8-9 p.m. St. James Episcopal Church, 801 Denver Ave. Drug abuse and addiction affects school-aged children in many ways. Some kids live with an addicted family member while others have started using themselves. If you suspect that someone is struggling with addiction, call Narconon Arrowhead today! Narconon offers free addiction counseling, assessments and referrals to rehabilitation centers nationwide. Call 800-468-6933 or log on to www.stopaddiction.com to speak to a qualified counselor today.

Overcomers Third Wednesday of every month at 6;30pm. Church of the Nazarene, 11th & Keeler. A support group for breaking any type of addicition--drugs, food, anger, alcohol, etc.

Home for sale or rent in South Park addition. 3000 sq foot home offers 4 bedrooms, 2 1/4 baths and 2 living areas, with a large backyard. $1,700 a month for rent. For sale $ 375,000. Call or text... references required. Deposit required 806-335-6069

House For sale 1913 Seminole Trail 3Bdr - 2 1/2 bathOffice, 2 car Garage, Sprinkler system Call 806-782-5988

For sale Kenmore Refrigerator$125.00Gas Range $100.00 Call 806-290-4282

2013 JD 8310R 3150 hrs-loadedBlue Jet Track Closer -like newJD 455 grain drill 35’call 806-418-3424

House for rent 3bd/ 2 bthin Hartley No indoor pets $950/ Month, deposit $950 Call 806-333-2505

For Rent Horse stalls for rent by the month Call XIT Rangers 806-249-2791

Hall for rent for private parties for more information call 806-249-2791

For Rent, 1 bedroom apartment, starting at $500

a month. Utilities paid. 806-333-3539.

Honey Comb Storage Quality, Clean, Reasonably priced self-storage, Variety sizes available. 806-884-9525

Super Storage. 36 ft long. 14.5 ft wide. 14 ft high.

HWY 54 East. 806-244-2775

WEST TEXAS RENTALSQuality Residential

Properties,Professional Management,

806-244-3418 or www.westtexasrentals.com

Offices for rent. Call Jay Peeples at 806-333-5655 . $400 per month / utilities included.

OLD TOWNSITE SELF STORAGE

Amazingly low rent - truck accessible - well lighted

- neighbor/Police Station - Large Variety of prices and

sizes. 4x7 - 18x20, $15 - $60

220 W. 3rd, 249-2297, 333-5822

Vista Rita Blanca Apartment We are a Farm Labor Property. Now leasing! Come apply today at 701 Maynard H3 Dalhart, TX 79022 or call (806)620-5228.2 Bedroom-1 Bath 3 Bedroom-1 Bath ALL ARE INCOME BASED! 4 Bedroom-2 Bath Applying is FREE!! This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

QUAIL RUN APARTMENTS VACANCY One & two bedroom with heat & a/c for elderly, handicap, & disabled. Rent based on income. Office at 1929 Shawnee Trail. Call 806-244-7281.TDD# 1-800-833-8973 This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

DALHART APARTMENTSTwo bedroom with heat & air. Rent based on income. Washer/dryer hookups. Call 806-244-7281.Office at 1929 Shawnee Trail. TDD # 1-800-833-8973. This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

TANGLEWOOD STORAGE

Your 1-Stop Storage Center. (10) Sizes from 5x10

thru 10x30.- Security Lights

- Paved Alley- Security Fence

- No Deposit(Open 7 Days a Week)

Call Jay Peeples333-5655

RV & Mobile Home Spaces; Apartments; Rent Houses.

King Property Management/Sunset Village Park

333-3030

Van Beek Trucking Driver needed. Must have class A CDL, medical card, and pass drug screening. Please contact 806-341-8541.

Driver needed. High pace environment. Furniture assembly customer service skills. Daily duties. FT M-F 8 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Apply in person at SPC, 221 Denver.

FRISCHE BROS. FERTILIZER is seeking applicants for the following:TRUCK DRIVER Must possess a current Class A CDL, Medical Card & clean driving record. CUSTOM APPLICATOR Previous experience applying both liquid and dry fertilizer, current CDL/Medical Card required. Must be detail oriented with good communication skills both written and verbal. Pre-employment drug screening mandatory. Apply in person at: Frische Bros. Fertilizer, Inc 106 Schroter Cactus, TX or Call TJ 806-966-3650 or 806-930-4966

The Dallam/Hartley County Jail is currently looking for applicants for the following full time positions: JailerApplicants must be 18 years old, have a high school diploma or GED, be a US citizen, and able to pass a criminal background check. Must be organized, detail oriented and able to work at a fast pace. Must be able to work various shifts, weekends and holidays.Starting salary is up to $2500 monthly. Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance is provided for employees free of charge. Also, excellent county retirement.No experience necessary, on the job training provided.Pick up applications at the Jail 201 E. 5th or e-mail [email protected]

Best Western- Nursanickel806-244-5637Hiring for housekeeping, laundry, and front desk.

New Life Is looking for Quality nursery workers. $10/Hr.. Please contact us at 414-469-2626

Now hiring for front desk and housekeeping at Super8. Apply in person.

Sands Motel Hiring for house keeping apply in person806-244-4568

Familia Trucking Hiring, local CDL with Tank endorsements Call Marcus 806-268-0090

Seeking Truck Drivers & Grain cart operators for wheat harvestcall 806-268-0910

FARM United Development LLC, Brookings, SD, seeks 6 temporary farm laborers from 08/13/2018 to 12/30/18 Egan, SD, on farms, buildings repairing and remodeling of livestock buildings. Repairing and installing curtains, installation of feeders and feed lines, installation of gates. Tin sheeting walls, install door, caulk structures, welding and cleaning of jobsites. Clean up job sites. Must be able to lift and carry 75lbs/75yrds. Wage is $13.64/hr. United Development LLC guarantees employment for a total number of work hours equal to at least three-fourths of the workdays from 08/13/18 to 12/30/18. Tools, supplies, and equipment provided by employer at no cost to employee. Housing provided at no cost to all workers who cannot reasonably return to their permanent residence at the end of the work day. Transportation and subsistence expenses to worksite will be paid by employer. Apply at the nearest Texas Department of Labor office or contact the state of South Dakota workforce agent at 2001 9th Ave. SW, Ste 200, Watertown, SD 57201 using job order number 1821806.

Experienced Welders and Laborers needed Immediately Contact Jimbo Fletcher 806-333-3044

Drivers Class A or B CDL. Sign on bonus- health & accidental insurance. 401K-home every night- competitive wages. Ride furnished to work. Tri State Recycling. 806-362-4828

Integrity Ag at the Sweet Bran Plant is looking for full and part time Maintenance/Shag persons. Apply at 2892 FM 1727 or text Jerry @ 806-268-1792

Caregiver needed-job is for 5 days a week-5 hours per day- salary is $18 per hour. For more details about the position, email me ([email protected])

Great Horn carriers Fuel Tanker Driver Needed Requires a Class A CDL with Hazmat 2yrs Tanker Fuel PreferredLocal hauling, no overnightsSalary $80,000+ a year with benefits$600.00 sign-on bonus For more info Contact 432-683-2868 or 432-288-3762

Grain Clerk, Conlen- We are seeking an individual with strong verbal and written communication skills, comfortable operating basic computer programs and strong ability to multi-task while remaining organized. Primary duties will include weighing trucks for grain shipments and processing transactions for farmer grain purchases. Qualified applicants should email resumes to Pam Williams [email protected] Colynn Harrison [email protected].

The Dalhart Texan has these immediate openings:

Advertising SalesThis full-time position will be responsible for advertising sales and for the newspaper, special sections and other publications.Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent and some sales experience.Salary will be commensurate with experience.

Freelance Reporters/Photographers

On a contract basis, report and photograph assigned events, primarily on weekends and evenings, as availability allows.Applicants should have solid writing and photography experience.

Please send resume by email to: [email protected] or by mail to Managing Editor, 410 Denrock Avenue, Dalhart, TX 79022.

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Dalhart


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Evangeline Lucas, 12, decorates a skateboard during Central United Methodist Church’s Vaca-tion Bible School last week.


Kenadee Fisher, 8, climbs over a haystack in the obstacle course during Central United Methodist Church’s Vacation Bible School last week.


Burke Waldrip, 4, glues colored feathers to a chicken coop during Central United Methodist Church’s Vacation Bible School last week.


Anzley Ledbetter, 7, moves through an obstacle course involving a sack race during Central United Methodist Church’s Vacation Bible School last week.

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Alexis Garcia, 11, dec-orates a sugar cook-ie during the Cookie Decorating class at Frank Phillips College last week.

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