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B & G HARVESTING FARMS, 4 MILES NORTH OF FLOYDADA, GLEN BERTRAND, PARTNER/OPERATOR
By Darwin Robinson The Floyd County 2005 cotton and milo harvest is getting off to a good start, according to local producers, ginners and Floyd County Extension Agent J.D. Ragland. Ragland told the Hesperian-Beacon, "The cotton harvest so far looks as good as last year's, but we can't say yet that it is better than last year's harvest. Dry land yields this year are running between 200 to 500 pounds per acre, while the irrigated is averaging between 700 to 900 pounds per acre." "Floyd County lost around 70,000 acres of cotton to the early hail storms this past summer, leaving about 120,000 acres of cotton to be harvested this year," said Ragland. The Floyd County milo harvest is about 60 percent complete with dryland producing between 1,000 to 2,500 pounds per acre, while irrigated milo is averaging between 4,000 to 6,000 pounds per acre, according to Ragland. "Our pumpkin harvest is nearly ended, but the yields this year were better than average, coming in at around 25,000 to 30,000 pounds per acre," said Ragland. Shawnda Foster, co-owner of D & J Gin of Lockney, told the Hesperian-Beacon, "We already have ginned over 5,000 bales and the quality, yields and grades are all better than last year's." Lockney Coop Gin has already ginned 4,400 bales. "The yields and quality are good and the average selling price is around the $.50 cents range," said manager Tom Byars. Floydada Coop Gin has ginned 2,300 bales, according to Gin Manager Todd Cypert. "We just started our night shift last night. The quality of the cotton is great. It is turning out good and the grade is good," said Cypert. Producer Jon Jones, near Dougherty, said, "We just started harvesting 200 acres of dryland cotton last week. The quality is good and it is yielding around 500 pounds per acre and selling for $.5047 cents per pound, compared to $.46 cents last year." Office manager Denise Pernell of Darty Gin said, "We have ginned 1,356 bales so far and we are ginning 24/7. We need more dry weather. The grade and quality is real good." Producer Don Marble of South Plains told the Hesperian-Beacon, "Marble Gin of Lockney has already ginned about 1,500 bales. The quality is good, but our crop this year is probably not as good as last year because of the good rains we received last year. However, we had one 34 acre plot that produced three bales per acre already this year." Scott Gin has already ginned around 1,500 bales and the quality is "excellent," according to Office Manager Stacie Woelfel. Floyd
County produced 262,621 bales of cotton in 2004 and finished
ginning in April of 2005.
The Floydada Chamber of Commerce will host their annual Trunk or Treat, October 31, 6:00 p.m. at the City's Walking Path across from Floydada High School. Parents are encouraged to bring their young children to the walking path to do safe candy shopping instead of going door-to-door for Trick or Treating. Volunteers will have their cars backed up along the path with their candy-filled trunks popped open. Candy will be handed out by the volunteers. The
candy is supplied by the Chamber of Commerce.
By Alice Gilroy Within a 15 minute time frame, Floydada Police had to deal with two different Pit Bull incidents Monday, October 24. The first involved an 8 year old boy and the second involved an attack on a Floydada Police Officer. According to Police Chief Darrell Gooch at approximately 6:00 p.m. an officer was out of his car on W. Jeffie looking for an individual. The Pit Bull walked up near the officer. "The dog had broken his leash and was loose," said Gooch. "He showed no aggression at first. He was just wandering around, but when the officer turned his back and started to walk away the dog came up behind him and got aggressive. The officer turned around and had to shoot the dog in the head." Within 15 minutes police received a call to go to East Lee in reference to an 8 year old boy being bitten and scratched by a Pit Bull. "The dog was only about 6 months old," said Gooch. "It was not aggressive towards us. I was able to pick it up. "The child had several puncture wounds and scratch marks and was taken to the hospital in a private vehicle." According
to Gooch the puppy is currently under observation. The
owners of both dogs are not known.
Enrollment in Floydada ISD has dropped to a total of 974--down by 61 students from last year. Duncan Elementary campus decreased 15 students to a total of 2265. The largest class is the First grade with a total of 78 children. Andrews Elementary decreased 29 students--down to 192 students. The largest class is Fifth grade with 72 students. In Junior High the largest class is eighth grade with 74 students. The total enrollment at Junior High is 206-down by 16. High School enrollment is 281-down by 6 students. The largest class is Tenth grade at 78 students. The campus as a whole has an ethnic ratio of 70% Hispanic, 26% Anglo and 4% Black. Duncan Elementary School is 74% Hispanic, 19% Anglo, and 7% Black. Andrews Elementary is 72% Hispanic, 24% Anglo, and 3% Black. Junior High is 68% Hispanic, 27% Anglo, and 5% Black. High School is 65% Hispanic, 31% Anglo, and 3% Black. Charts
showing a comparison in each class from last year, and an
ethic and sex breakdown chart can be found inside the
printed edition.
Enrollment in Lockney ISD has dropped to a total of 616--down by 24 students from last year. The elementary campus decreased 3 students to a total of 290. The largest class is the fourth grade with a total of 48 children. In Junior High the largest class is eighth grade with 45 students. The total enrollment at Junior High is 133-down by 7. High School enrollment is 196-down by 14 students. The largest class is tenth grade at 69 students. The campus as a whole has an ethnic ratio of 66% Hispanic, 31% Anglo and 3% Black. The Elementary School is 71% Hispanic, 25% Anglo, and 4% Black. Junior High is 67% Hispanic, 30% Anglo, and 3% Black. High School is 58% Hispanic, 39% Anglo, and 3% Black. Charts showing a comparison in each class from last year, and an ethic and sex breakdown chart can be found inside the printed edition. FISD Band Makes History With UIL Win By John Odom The Floydada High School Band received a First Division rating on their marching show at the Region 16 UIL Marching Contest Saturday, October 22, in Plainview. The Band will now advance, for the first time, to the Area A Contest being held October 29 in Plainview. The Floydada show consists of the following music, "Paranoid," "Crazy Little Thing Called Love," "Ffun" and "Pinball Wizard." The judges for the contest were Mike Metze, Fred Pankratz and Dr. Charles Traylor. All the judges commented on how well the Band played. "The Band plays with a lot of energy," and "Good Trombone sounds," were just some of the comments given by the judges. The Area Contest will consist of the AA Schools from the Amarillo, Lubbock, Midland-Odessa, and El Paso Regions. There will be 17 bands participating in this contest. The five judges will select seven of those bands to advance to the finals, which will begin at 10:00 that night. Three bands will then be selected to advance to State Contest which is held in San Antonio in November. Some of the bands which will play are Tulia, Dimmitt and Friona, all from our Football District. Bands from as far away as Canadian to the north and Anthony from the south will compete. There are eight bands participating from the Lubbock Region. This will be the first time the Floydada Band has had the opportunity to advance to the next level of competition. The AA Bands only advance to state in a two year rotation. We are very excited about this opportunity to represent Floydada High School and Floydada at Area. The students are committed to working hard and doing the very best performance possible. We are planning on leaving about 6:30 p.m. Saturday to go to Plainview. The Floydada Band is also working on a trip to Los Angeles and Disneyland in June. This is becoming a very exciting time and a very busy year for all the band students. We
want to thank you for all the support we have received from
everyone in town. This is truly a community experience. We
hope as many people as possible can come to Plainview
Saturday night and cheer on the Band's performance.
By Darwin Robinson The Floydada City Council met Tuesday, October 18, and unanimously adopted a new policy concerning past due accounts over 60 days for City utility customers. City Secretary Karen Lawson told the council, "Now we are waiting 120 days before turning a past due account over to the collection agency. The collection agency gets 30 percent of the amount collected. I recommend we change the 120 days to 90 days." Once the past due account is turned over to the collection agency, someone with a past due utility bill here in Floydada cannot move to another surrounding city and hook up utilities without paying Floydada's past due bill first, according to Lawson. Council member Clar Schacht made the motion to turn over past due accounts to the collection agency after only 60 days and it was unanimously passed. In other matters, the council adopted a resolution to not agree with a proposed rate increase by Atmos Energy. According to Mayor Bob Gilliland, "This will allow the Railroad Commission of Texas to decide what the rate should be." Citizen Billy Shipley addressed the council and told how several of his trees at his home at 912 W. Lee were dying. He said he was convinced it was due to the nearby spraying of 2-4-D. Mayor Gilliland said, "I believe we have addressed this before." Council member Schacht said, "Most cities, I think, prohibit the spraying of 2-4-D from April 1st to November 1st. I suggest we table this until we see if we already have an ordinance about this." Floydada Economic Development Corporation Executive Director Dora Ross addressed the council concerning the need to investigate a request by Blue Moon Solutions to bring wireless network technology (WIFI) to Floydada. The item was tabled to investigate costs and grant possibilities. Three of the highest bids for City surplus vehicles were approved by the council. They were: a bid of $400 by Lionel Garza to purchase a 1999 Ford Crown Victoria; a bid of $816 by Robert Cozby to purchase a 1993 Ford 1/2 ton pickup; and a bid of $151 by Juan DoOchoa to purchase a shop-made trailer. The council awarded First National Bank of Floydada to be the City's depository service for the next 5 years, through September 30, 2010. Several appointments to City boards were approved and extended two more years by the council. They were: Airport Board - Bill Harbin, Warren Mitchell and Kendis Julian. Planning & Zoning Board and Board of Adjustment - Glenda Wilson, Kyle Smith and Mike Muniz. Floyd County Central Appraisal District Board - Sam Green. Housing Authority Board - Jimmy Cervantes and Elaine Austin (resident). Floydada Economic Development Corporation Board - Melvin Lloyd, Charles Tyer, Scott Graham and J.D. Ragland.
LUTHER DEAN BECK Luther Dean Beck died October 19, 2005 in Weatherford. He was born June 1, 1927 in Floydada. He was a graduate of Floydada High School and Texas A&M University, Class of 1953, with a Bachelor of English degree. He served in World War II with the U.S. Marine Corps, achieving the rank of Sergeant. He was a member of Heritage United Methodist Church, Grapevine and the Masonic Lodge. Dean retired as a bond underwriter from Crum & Forster in 1993. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Barbara Jean (Bobbie) Beck; sone, Randy Beck; parents, Albert and Edna Beck; brother Jack Beck; and sister Evelyn Sparks. Mr. Beck is survived by his wife, Julia M. Beck; son, Mike Beck and wife Kelly; daughters Cynthia Basore and fiance' Mike Parker, and Bonnie Snedecor and husband Wayne; step-son, Tom Branch; step-daughter, Margaret Mullen and husband Mike; two grandsons; nine granddaughters; and eight great-grandchildren. He is also survived by brothers C.M.
(Brock) Beck and wife Nada, Earl Beck and wife Janet and
E.O. (Oran) Beck and wife Margeret; sister-in-law Maxine
Beck, and numerous nieces and nephews.
FOSTER CUMMINGS Services for Foster Cummings, 77, of Lubbock were held Monday, October 24, 2005 in Sanders Memorial Chapel. Cremation arrangements were under the direction of Sanders Funeral Home. He died on October 21, 2005 in Lubbock. Foster was born April 18, 1928 in Crosby County, Texas to Oma Foster Cummings, Sr. and Ella Cummings. He received his education in McCoy and Floydada and attended Texas Tech and the University of Texas. He was involved in public relations. Survivors include a sister, Laveta Linehan of Weatherford; a sister-in-law, Elena Cummings of Gulfport, Mississippi; cousin, Debra Dupler and husband, Carlis of Lubbock. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Troy.
BENANCIA V. MARTINEZ Funeral Mass will be celebrated for Benancia "Nachita" Martinez Velasquez, 94, of Lockney at 1:00 p.m. Thursday, October 27, 2005 at San Jose Catholic Church in Lockney with Father Jim McCartney, celebrant. Burial will be at Lockney Cemetery under the direction of Moore-Rose-White Funeral Home of Lockney. Mrs. Martinez died Monday, October 24, 2005 at her residence in Lockney. She was born on April 1, 1911 in San Marcos to the late Paulino and Jacinta Velasquez. She was raised in Bryan and moved to Lockney in 1966. She enjoyed babysitting, visiting the sick and was a member of the Guadalupana's at the San Jose Catholic Church of Lockney. Survivors include a daughter, Virginia Valdez of Lockney; two sisters, Anacleta Charles of Lockney and Valerie Rodriguez of Bryan; and numerous nieces and nephews.
By The Way | by Alice Gilroy In case you've missed it Early Voting is now in progress for the amendments and for the Special Amendment for Floyd County (check out the story in the newspaper). Normally I don't comment on elections--especially amendments because half the time I don't understand them well enough to explain them--but I recommend voting "YES" for the Special County Amendment and "YES" for Proposition 2. Proposition 2 refers to Same Sex Marriage. Voting "Yes" is a vote for a Texas Constitutional amendment defining marriage as between one man and one woman. Voting "No" would allow marriages (or "civil unions") between two men or two women. Even writing about this makes me roll my eyes. Can you imagine our Founding Fathers ever in their wildest dreams thinking that someday we would have to vote on how to define "marriages". I also believe the Special County Amendment should be a "YES" vote. I don't think we should combine the two offices of County Clerk and District Clerk. I realize we could save the salary of one elected official if we merged, but we would still have to hire at least one more person--maybe two--to take over the responsibilities. It seems like a wasted effort to me to change. Those are my opinions for anyone who has been waiting with baited breathe on what I had to say on the subject. You may notice a story in the paper about more problems with Pit Bulls in the City. More attacks. I have already said that I think the owners should be banned and not the dogs. Obviously that was tongue-on-cheek because of course that can't be done. But there is something that can be done. Cities are wrestling with all kinds of ideas on how to handle this problem, and my proposal will not be popular I'm sure. I propose an ordinance that states you must have a fenced in yard for dogs in the City Limits. You can't even adopt a dog without a fenced in enclosure because tieing up a dog is not considered humane. Tieing dogs--any dog--makes them territorial and mean. It also makes them extremely anxious to run away should they get the chance to break loose. Pit Bulls treated well and given room to play and interact with people can be good pets. I'm sure the argument would be that not everyone can afford a fence. My answer is "too bad". If you live in town there are all kinds of concessions you have to make for city living--responsible dog ownership should be one of them. Tieing animals should be outlawed. If you can't afford a fence, then don't get a dog. If you can't be a responsible owner then don't get a dog-period. Joke for the Week A school teacher injured his back and had to wear a plaster cast around the upper part of his body. If fit under his shirt and was not noticeable at all. On the first day of the term, still with the cast under his shirt, he found himself assigned to the toughest students in school. Walking confidently into the rowdy classroom, he opened the window as wide as possible and then busied himself with desk work. When a strong breeze made his tie flap, he took the desk stapler and stapled the tie to his chest. Discipline was not a problem from that day forth!
A View From The Lamplighter | by Ken Towery
Classifieds
2003 PONTIAC GRAND AM--Red, 4 door. New tires, 59,000 miles.Price $8,999. Call 806-847-2296
MUST SELL! '01 Dodge Intrepid, 82k miles. No old contracts to assume. No back payments to make. Just need a responsible party to mark reasonable monthly payments. Call Richard at 806-983-3761, Floydada Ford-Mercury, Hwy 62 Crockett, Floydada, Texas 79235.
MUST SELL! '02 Mercury Sable, 51k miles. No old contracts to assume. No back payments to make. Just need a responsible party to mark reasonable monthly payments. Call Isaac at 806-983-3761, Floydada Ford-Mercury, Hwy 62 Crockett, Floydada, Texas 79235.
MUST SELL! '00 Toyota Tundra. No old contracts to assume. No back payments to make. Just need a responsible party to mark reasonable monthly payments. Call Isaac at 806-983-3761, Floydada Ford-Mercury, Hwy 62 Crockett, Floydada, Texas 79235.
MUST SELL! '05 Ford Expedition XLT, 4x2. No old contracts to assume. No back payments to make. Just need a responsible party to mark reasonable monthly payments. Call Richard at 806-983-3761, Floydada Ford-Mercury, Hwy 62 Crockett, Floydada, Texas 79235.
MUST SELL! '02 F-350 Crewcab Diesel, 4x2, 49k miles. No old contracts to assume. No back payments to make. Just need a responsible party to mark reasonable monthly payments. Call Isaac at 806-983-3761, Floydada Ford-Mercury, Hwy 62 Crockett, Floydada, Texas 79235.
MUST SELL! '04 Lincoln Towncar Signature Series. 25,000 miles. No old contracts to assume. No back payments to make. Just need a responsible party to mark reasonable monthly payments. Call Mr. Rivera at 806-983-3761, Floydada Ford-Mercury, Hwy 62 Crockett, Floydada, Texas 79235.
MUST SELL! '04 Jeep Liberty, 4x2, white. No old contracts to assume. No back payments to make. Just need a responsible party to mark reasonable monthly payments. Call Isaac at 806-983-3761, Floydada Ford-Mercury, Hwy 62 Crockett, Floydada, Texas 79235.
MUST SELL! '04 Ford Supercrew, 4x4, 5.4 engine, 31k miles. No old contracts to assume. No back payments to make. Just need a responsible party to mark reasonable monthly payments. Call Mr. Rivera at 806-983-3761, Floydada Ford-Mercury, Hwy 62 Crockett, Floydada, Texas 79235.
MUST SELL! '04 F-150 Supercab 5.4 engine, white, 45k miles. No old contracts to assume. No back payments to make. Just need a responsible party to mark reasonable monthly payments. Call Richard at 806-983-3761, Floydada Ford-Mercury, Hwy 62 Crockett, Floydada, Texas 79235.
MUST SELL! '03 Ford Ranger Edge, 4x2, 5 speed. No old contracts to assume. No back payments to make. Just need a responsible party to mark reasonable monthly payments. Call Mr. Rivera at 806-983-3761, Floydada Ford-Mercury, Hwy 62 Crockett, Floydada, Texas 79235.
WANTED: Farm land for lease. Call 983-7259.
FOR SALE-- Alfalfa, small squares. $4.50 each. Call 983-2724 or 292-3772.
RYE SEED FOR SALE--Rye is an excellent cover crop and great for grazing. Rye matures earlier than wehat, so it can be terminated earlier to plant cotton. 806-292-9723.
NO-TILL DRILL--Custom drilling of wheat in milo. Inter-seeding of grass, cotton stalks, etc. 806-292-9723.
WHEAT PASTURE WANTED--Call 806-292-9723.
COUNTRY HOME FOR RENT. East of city. Call 983-2203 or 786-8645.
FOR RENT--Clean 2 bedroom, 1 bath at 716 W. Tennessee. References required. Call 983-6291.
Floydada MOVING SALE--101 N. 12th, Floydada. Saturday, October 29th - 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Refrigerator, microwave, washer/dryer, mattress and other household items.
Lockney 220 SW 9th, LOCKNEY--Saturday, October 29th - 10:00 - 5:00 p.m. Plus size ladies clothes, 2 baker's racks, digital camera, XM radio, cabinet style Kenmore sewing machine, books, videos, prom dresses, computer printer, computer parts and lots of miscellaneous.
NIELSON'S RESTAURANT--Now hiring wait staff and cooks. Experience preferred but not necessary. If previously applied, please re-apply. 304 E. Houston, Floydada.
SIMDRIL TEXCAN COMPANY, A Subsidiary of Simmons Group, Inc. is currently seeking experienced Drillers, Floor hands, Derrick hands, Tool pushers in the Floyd and Motley area. Please contact, Darlene Caldwell, Phone: 780-944-1711, Fax: 780-944-1754, E-mail: dcaldwell@simmonsenergy.com
AMERICAN HABILITATION SERVICES, INC. a provider of HCS and CLASS services is seeking PT personal support staff to assist people with disabilities. Great schedule for extra income. 6:45 - 7:45 am and 3p-6p Monday - Friday. Schedule can be negotiated with family if slight changes are needed to accomodate the hours. Additional hours available in Plainview, Kress and Tulia as well. Mileage paid when driving from one work site to another. Opportunity for additional hours providing PRN respite for family as needed/arranged. HS Diploma or GED preferred, but not required. Must pass background check. Annual retention bonus. Call to schedule interview at 749-0900.
Floydada HOME FOR SALE--230 W. Marivena. 3 bedroom, 1 bath, 2 car garage, central heat & air, dishwasher, fenced yard. $19,900. Call 512-293-3885.
HOUSE FOR SALE--3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garage, storm cellar. 812 S. Wall. $20,000. Call 783-0742.
READY TO MOVE IN--All electric, 3 bedroom, 1 bath. 118 W. Mississippi, New Price. Call 983-5556.
HOUSE FOR SALE--2 bedroom, 1 bath and carport. South Plains Texas -16 miles north of Floydada - REDUCED!! $6,000.00. Call Rhonda 979-733-8843 or 979-966-7943.
1104 S. RALLS HIGHWAY--2 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car garage. Home has living and family room. Close to High School. Call Assiter and Associates for more info or to set up viewing times. 806-983-3322.
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
I WILL CARE FOR elderly person in afternoons. Have references. Call 685-1934.
HOUSE CLEANING BY LANETTE--Residential and commerical. Call for quote. 983-2068.
LARRY OGDEN AUCTIONEERING--Estates, Farm, Ranch, Business, Liquidations, State Licensed and Bonded. (806) 983-5808. TX. #9240.
FRESH VEGETABLES-- Jalapenos and tomatoes, (We pick or you pick) Location Lockney, Texas. Call 806-652-2727 or 292-2204.
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