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By Judy Macha A man held a knife to a Allsup's clerk, in Lockney, and robbed the store of an undisclosed amount, July 14, between the hours of 2:30 a.m. and 2:45 a.m. According to police, the suspect was a black male and wore a bandana over his mouth. The clerk on duty told police she was cleaning the store when the suspect came in brandishing a 4" blade knife, and demanding all the money. He tied her up with shoestring and locked her in the bathroom. After about fifteen minutes, she was able to free herself, and called the police. The robbery is under investigation at this time, by the Lockney Police Department. 
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WITH AUTOGRAPHS--this boy asked Abner Euresti, anchorman of
NewsChannel 11, if he would autograph his tennis shoe at the
Community Coverage Tour held on the courthouse lawn in
Floydada, July 14. Co-anchor, Karin McCay, is standing
behind Euresti.
By Darwin Robinson The Floyd County Commissioners' Court met Monday, July 14, and voted unanimously to propose to raise the 2003 Property Tax Rate 1.10 percent over last year's rate. The 2002 total tax rate was .37391 percent per $100 of property value, while the 2003 proposed tax rate voted on by the commissioners will be $.41300 per $100 of property value. This tax rate will bring in $95,782.18 more than 2002, according to Floyd County Judge William D. Hardin. "This is the first Floyd county tax increase in ten years," said Hardin. The county ended 2002 with $358,268.92 in the General Fund and $38,349.49 in the Road and Bridge Fund, giving a total of $396,618.41, according to Hardin's report. "It is estimated the county will end 2003 with $213,846.71 in the General Fund and $3,488.95 in the Road and Bridge Fund, leaving a total of $217,335.66. This means we (will have) used $179,282.75 of our 2002 carry over," reported Hardin. This
year's tax rate is the highest tax rate the taxing unit can
set before taxpayers can start tax rollback procedures.
These rates are found by dividing the total amount of taxes
by the tax base (the total value of taxable property) with
adjustments as required by state law, according Hardin's
report.
Lockney ISD Trustees agreed unanimously, July 10, to propose no increase in the current school tax rate of $1.45. With the current tax rate and increased Tier 2 funding from the State of Texas, the revenue generated has been estimated at $5,422,866. Total expenditures was estimated at $5,255,026. The expenditures includes $3,554,846 in salaries, $634,165 in benefits, and insurance of $48,410. According to Superintendent Raymond Lusk the insurance has increased $6,441 from last year. "We're lucky we found someone to insure us," said Lusk. "Insurance companies are not wanting to insure school districts anymore." Revenue generated from local taxes and state funding is estimated at $5,157,350; and federal revenue is $265,426, for a total of $5,422,866. The trustees also approved of a recommendation for Junior High Principal Terry Ellison and High School Principal Raymond Poole, to relax the dress code in certain areas. "We would like to relax the policy of having to tuck in your shirts," said Ellison. "We want to make the rule that the shirts can't be longer than to the curve of your hand when your arms are hanging by your side. "The ruling will still prohibit baggy shirts and baggy and sagging pants." The board approved the hiring of Claire Sammann as a Junior High Science teacher. The financial report showed the district with a balance of $2,525,842.82. Lockney Council Votes to Lower Tax Rate By Judy Macha Lockney City Council voted unanimously, at their July 10 meeting, to lower the city tax rate. The council made their decision because of higher property valuation. Regarding a long time effort, Mayor Stapp said that Lockney's monthly Mackenzie Water bill has been lowerd from $15,156 to $11,367. "We appreciate the efforts of the Mackenzie Municipal Water Board in lowering our monthly payment by 25%," the mayor said. 
A Crowd Surrounds the KCBD News Team on the Courthouse lawn to watch the live news coverage during NewsChannel 11's Community Tour, Monday July 14.  News
Channel 11 Sportscaster Emily Jones Autographs a T-Shirt
Obituaries W.R. DANIEL Graveside services were held for W. R. Daniel, 87, of Floydada, Monday, July 14, 2003 at Floyd County Memorial Park in Floydada. Services were under the direction of Moore-Rose-White Funeral Home of Floydada. He died July 12, 2003, at Lakeside Covenant Hospital in Lubbock. He was born on February 12, 1916 in Bell County to the late William Foster Daniel and Mamie Terry Daniel. He served in the Army during WWII and was a lifelong member of the V.F.W. having served as the Commander in the 1950's. He married Margaret Evans on May 26, 1948 in Amarillo. He was a lifelong resident of Floydada and a farmer until he retired in 1982. He was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Daniel on June 9, 1999 and a sister, Corene Stewart. He is Survived by one son, W.R. "Danny" Daniel, Jr. of Floydada; one daughter, Ilene Kendrick of Sherman; one brother, Bill Daniel of Floydada; one sister, Evelyn Crull of Lubbock; six grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. The family suggests memorials be made to the Floyd County Museum, 106 E. Missouri, Floydada, Texas 79235. JUNE MCDONALD Funeral services for June McDonald, 79, of Lockney will be held Thursday, July 17, 2003 at the First United Methodist Church in Lockney. Reverend Neeley Ladrum will officiate. Burial will be in the Lockney Cemetery under the direction of Moore-Rose-White Funeral Home of Lockney. She died on July 14, 2003 at Covenant Medical Center in Lubbock. McDonald was born on June 21, 1924 in Summerfield to the late Budley Thorton and Bertha Moore Thorton. She moved to Lockney in 1925. She married Wayne Bybee and had two children. He preceded her in death in October of 1958. She married Robert McDonald on July 16, 1983. She worked at the bank in Lockney for 45 years and served as Vice-President until she retired in 1989. She was a member of the Eastern Star, B&PW, V.F.W. Auxillary and was the Women Citizen of the Year in Lockney. She was also a member of the First United Methodist Church in Lockney having served as treasurer for 35 years. She was a talented artist and craftsperson. She played bridge and was a part of the Dairy Queen Girls. She was preceded in death by four brothers, Raymond, Orian, J.P. and Hollis Thorton. Survivors include her husband, Robert McDonald; one son, Monty Bybee and his wife, Cindy of Eldorado; two stepsons, Marlon McDonald and his wife, Sherry of Lockney and Gary and his wife, Clarisse of Lubbock; one daughter, Tony Akin and her husband, Galen of Christoval; one stepdaughter, Cathie Elam and her husband, Gary of Mansfield; two brothers, Charles Thorton and Lewis Thorton, both of California; one sister, Mary Ruth Fewell of Lockney and seven grandchildren. The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday, July 16, 2003 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The
family suggests memorials be made to the First United
Methodist Church, P.O. Box 7, Lockney, Texas 79241.
JIMMIE JO WEST Services for Jimmie Jo West, 60, of Lubbock were held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, July 11, 2003 at Trinity Assembly in Floydada. The Rev. Henry Russell officiated. Burial was in the Floydada Cemetery under the direction of Moore-Rose-White Funeral Home of Floydada. Ms. West passed away on July 8, 2003 at University Medical Center in Lubbock. She was born on April 27, 1943 in Floydada to Irene Owens King and the late Claud Woody. She moved to Lubbock from Floydada in 1995. She was an apartment manager for Bear Creek Apartments and was a member of the Living Vine Foursquare Church in Lubbock. She was preceded in death by one sister, Joy Jones on June 15, 2001. Survivors include her mother, Irene King of Floydada; two sons, Ricky West and wife, Vivian of Dickens and Bobby West of Lubbock; one daughter, Tonya Bentley and husband, Dwight of Idalou and nine grandchildren. The family suggests memorials to Floydada Senior Citizens, 301 E. Georgia, Floydada, Texas 79235.
Editor: Thank you very much for printing the letter (7-10-03) from Ken Baker concerning the PBS special "Larry vs. Lockney." That was one of the funniest letters to the editor I have ever seen in my life! A classic! Boy, was he in a bad mood. Obviously, the limp-wristed Mr. Baker had just spilled hot latte in his crotch while writing the letter. Seriously, I would bet that Mr. Baker, if he would just come to Floyd county and have dinner with some of the locals and their families, would find us to be kind, progressive, compassionate, responsible, inclusive, diverse, sensitive parents who love our children and want them to become well adjusted members of today's society. Just one small thing before dinner at my home. We would need him to hose-off in the front yard, remove his nailpolish, earrings and toe-rings, cut his ponytail, and be advised that he may be required to submit to an unannounced urinalysis at any time during his visit. He would also need to be silent and respectful during dinner as we listen to Michael Savage on the radio. No green veggies, tofu, yogurt or latte for Mr. Baker. Just a good cut of West Texas Angus beef fajitas, rolled in genetically modified corn tortillas, a glass of iced tea and black coffee. By the way, I'm thinking of running for the school board. Do you think Mr. Baker will approve? Randall Griffin
By The Way | by Alice Gilroy Wow! NewsChannel 11 really out did themselves with their live broadcast in Floydada. There is no way this community could ever pay for the coverage KCBD gave Floydada. It was thorough, professional, educational, and very entertaining. It was also not a "cheap" venture for KCBD. It cost a lot of money for them to put on show like that. I was really surprised by how much work the crew had to have done before they ever got here. If I was looking for a place to move to and had seen the KCBD broadcasts I know I would have been impressed enough to move here. We all know what these small West Texas towns have to offer--but, of course, it is hard to get the message out. KCBD got that message out loud and clear. I appreciate them. It was a fun afternoon and the NewsChannel 11 team: Karin, Abner, John, and Emily, acted like family. They fit right in to the community and actually seemed to enjoy being in our company. I enjoyed being in their company--and the company of all the technicians. I also appreciate the Floydada people who worked so hard to put the city's best foot forward. The Chamber Manager, Irene Hernandez, was out there in the hot sun all afternoon helping set up tents--put up chairs--and just be there to help get the area prepared. She, and her helpers, worked very hard. "The Musical Grays" also put a great show, between 7:00 and 9:00 p.m. Bill and Dell Gray were joined by a host of talented young people. It was the entertainment and the mingling of the news team that kept people on the square between the 6:00 broadcast and the 10:00 broadcast. Everyone's hard work paid off. I was told by several of the KCBD folks that Floydada had a great turn-out and they were very appreciative of all the people who showed up to make their newscast a success. Thank-you!
A View From The Lamplighter | by Ken Towery We would like to visit the current flap over this country's intelligence operation one more time before the subject is turned over entirely to the world of politics. First, as we understand the situation: British intelligence found out, or say they found out, that former Iraq dictator Saddam Hussein tried to buy some uranium from an African country, Niger. They passed the information along to the American CIA, who passed it along to the National Intelligence Agency, which passed it along to President Bush. The President used the report as one of the justifications for going to war with Iraq. British intelligence will not say where they got the information, and our own CIA now says it cannot confirm the intelligence, nor has it ever been able to confirm the British reports. Nevertheless, the reports ended up in the President's State of the Union address to the Congress, and to the American people. The head of the CIA, George Tenet, says the fault is his, that he did not properly remove the reference from the President's speech, as he should have done, and that Bush used the reference in all honesty, since it came from his own intelligence operation. Well, maybe so, and maybe no. One way to find out exactly what did go on would be to have an honest look at the subject, with someone authorized to track the reports to their source. One would think the President, if he truly wants an intelligence operation he can trust, would be first in line demanding answers. If he has complete confidence in his (our) intelligence community, he (we) should fear no revelation. If a third party insinuated itself in the operation, if a third party passed along erroneous intelligence to Britain, knowing full well that the reports would find their way into American intelligence circles and influence American political decisions, one would think the President would want to know. It is simply not enough for the head of CIA to say, in effect, "I blew it, now let's all forget it and move along." This all started some months ago, during the buildup to the war against Saddam. One of the things that makes some people suspect less than complete honesty on the part of our government is the fact that the Administration had obviously made up its mind to go to war regardless of the presence of so-called "weapons of mass destruction." Many things helped influence the decision of exactly when to go to war and how to attack Iraq. Many things, also, helped influence the decision of whether to go to war at all. Saddam is, or was, indeed a bloody dictator. History may, or may not, prove that the war was justified on any number of grounds…if, that is…we adopt the idea that a "preventive war" is a justifiable war. In that case, we will have to reassess the Japanese attack upon Pearl Harbor, for in their eyes the attack was completely justified since the destruction of the American fleet guaranteed Japan complete dominion in Asia, for awhile. Preventive wars, at least on a major scale, have never been part of the American psyche, or the American culture. But the attack on New York's twin towers changed many things in America, not the least of which is the conception of war. And it cannot be said that the war on Iraq amounted to the same thing as Pearl Harbor. Saddam was given ample warning of the impending strikes, and was even invited to leave the country as a way of avoiding personal disaster. He chose to stay and ask his countrymen to make the necessary sacrifices. Still, we lost good American lives in the war, none of which were from that camp that cried out for war. Not many, by standards most of us are familiar with, but even one life, if it is lost because of fraud, is one too many.
Classifieds
1989 CADILLAC--94,000 actual miles. Excellent condition. Runs great. $3,500.00 or make offer. Call 806-983-2278.
Floydada FOR RENT--1 bedroom house and 3 bedroom mobile home. Call 983-6416.
FOR RENT--Clean, furnished apartment. Water and trash collection included. Call Barker Realty - 652-2642.
SEVERAL FAMILIES GARAGE SALE--803 W. Marivena. July 19th 8:00 a.m. - ??. Lots of great stuff.
909 W. LEE--Garage sale-- Friday 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Lots of children clothes, toys and bed linens.
BOOKKEEPER NEEDED--Customer service skills a must. Knowledge about grain and computers helpful. Send resume to Producers Coop Elevator, P.O. Box 69, Floydada, Texas 79235.
FOR SALE--3 bedroom, 2 bath, 30x30 shop at 110 South First. Call Mike Giesecke, 983-3453 or 983-3787.
3/2/2 BRICK--Fireplace, patio, large master, large living area, large utility. Plus separate 200 s/f brick building for office/hobby. Call 983-5001.
FOR SALE BY OWNER--Completely remodeled. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2300 sq. ft. home on 6 acres. 1/4 mile south of Floydada on FM 1958. Call 983-5908. Shown by appointment only.
FOR SALE BY OWNER--3-2-2, nice yard, corner lot, nice neighborhood in Floydada. Call 806-983-2064.
**3 BEDROOM, 2 BATH HOME on 9.2 acres for sale. 5 miles south of Silverton, at intersection of highways 207 and 145. Brick veneer, AC/H, fireplace, carpet, lots of cabinets, countertops, 2 separate ovens, double sink, 2,317 sq. ft. with 594 sq. ft attached garage. Was $85,000.00. REDUCED TO $79,000.00. **CLAYTON "2-BD SPIRIT" mobile home. 14'x46', 1 bath, central heat and air, all electric. 3 year old with deck. $8,000.00. **CALL BARKER REALTY - 806-652-2642 or John Simpson Real Estate 995-4873 or Warren Mitchell at 983-2151.
TWO HOUSES FOR RENT IN COUNTRY--$300 per month with $150 deposit and $400 per month with $200 deposit. Call 983-5974.
MUSIC LESSONS--Piano, organ and voice lessons. Experienced teacher. Satisfaction quaranteed!! Call 983-5070.
FOR SALE--Queen mattress set - $50.00; Antique dresser - $150.00; Couch - $75.00. Call 983-3453.
ALPHATEX KENNEL, AIKEN, TEXAS offers superior quality AKC Registered, DNA Certified Collies, Golden Retrievers and German Shepherds. Puppies and stud service available. www.alphatexkennels.com
Floyd County, pursuant to a tax foreclosure sale, is offering for sale the following property in the City of Lockney: All of Lots No. 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 in Block 35 and Lots 1 and 2 in Block G of the N.B. Davis Survey located in the City of Lockney, Floyd County, Texas also known as the Webster Service and Supply, Inc. property. Any offers should be submitted to: William D. Hardin, County Judge, Courthouse Room 105, Floydada, Texas 79235.
ALTERATIONS AND MENDING. Good prices. Quality work. Call Virginia Holland. Call 806-983-2278.
CEMENT WORK--Sidewalks, patios, driveways, curbing. Odd jobs around home or farm. Gary Bennett. Call or leave message. 983-5120.
LARRY OGDEN AUCTIONEERING--Estates, Farm, Ranch, Business, Liquidations, State Licensed and Bonded. (806) 983-5808. TX. #9240.
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