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Newspaper
Brownfield News
Location
Brownfield, Texas, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 2003
Page
4
CPS officials describe a shortage of foster homes in Terry County and the difficulty of placing children locally. They stress child best interests, local kinship options, and the goal to keep kids safe while avoiding removal whenever possible.
The Brownfield FFA calls for donations to the Stanley Dixon Memorial Scholarship Fund named after longtime agriculture teacher and advisor Mr. Dixon. The award goes to a graduating senior active in the agriculture program each year. Contributions are accepted at Brownfield Federal Credit Union 201 W Hill.
The BRMC Board of Directors will meet in re session at 7 p.m. on the 26th to hear the admisters' and medical staff reports. They will consider an agreement with Covenant Healthcare System for operating Dr. Dennis Tedford's clinic.
The Brownfield Cub Scouts invite boys from first through fifth grade to register during their regular meeting at First United Methodist Church. Registration is six dollars, with a ten dollar annual fee and optional uniform costs. For details contact Onesimo Garza at 777 6273 or 781 2479.
Brownfield ISD Board of Trustees will meet in regular session Monday night at 6 30 p m in the Administration Building Board Room. The meeting opens with a quorum then a closed session on personnel and security matters. Open session at 7 30 p m. Items include 2003 2004 tax rate and a drug testing proposal. Also after school expectations for extracurricular students plus property disposal and surplus issues. Beginning in October meetings shift to twice monthly on the first and third Mondays.
A regional address honors Terry County residents including veterans and active duty personnel from the Sheriff’s, Police, Fire, and Public Safety departments, plus BRMC EMS and staff. The speaker urges ongoing service and civic engagement, recalling 9 11 as a wakeup call. Gratitude is extended to Brownfield, Terry County, and America.
West Texas paving crews begin work next week in Brownfield on East Tate and Buckley in the 1700 blocks to reduce flooding. Traffic will be restricted with night access only. Residents must plan entry, exodus, and parking around construction for about 90 days. Darrell Jarnagan, superintendent, 863 3550.
The 48th Terry County Farm Tour will load buses at 8:30 a.m. from the Church parking lot and traverse the north and northwest areas from Needmore Gin to Gomez and back. Five stops include undisclosed locations for the Outstanding Young Farmer Award and a farm hosting the Outstanding Farm Family, with demonstrations on annual forages, peanut research, and a drip irrigation update. Queen candidates will be introduced. lunch at the Terry County Show Barn is provided by Johnny’s BBQ and paid by sponsors Brownfield Chamber of Commerce and Terry Soil and Water Conservation District.
In 121st District Court this week Judge Kelly Moore sentenced four defendants after plea bargains. Kelly Jones, 22, received five years in TDCJ plus five years community supervision and restitution of 1000 dollars with 250 attorney fees 248 court costs and 25 time payment fee. Matias Garcia, 53, got 25 years in CJ with 248 court costs and 300 attorney fees. Robert Gonzales, 21, received three years deferred adjudication with a 500 dollar fine 248 court costs and 140 restitution. Joe Tapia, 22, was placed on five years adjudication with 250 attorney fees and 248 court costs. Tony Flores was found not guilty of driving while intoxicated in a Terry County jury trial.
BIDCorp will hold a regular Board of Directors session at 4 p.m. on Monday September 15. Agenda items include August financial report and funds on hand, August sales tax income, consideration of an incentive for J-Seek Assoc, discussion of changing BIDCorp meeting date and current activities.
CPS favors placing children with relatives but if none are available, licensed foster care is pursued. Information meetings every second Tuesday at 7 p.m. plus a 10 week training and home study lead to foster licensing and potential adoption. Call 762-2680 for details.
The Mesa District FFA held its annual meeting in the Brownfield High School Little Theater on Monday September 8 with 15 chapters represented. District officers led the session while advisors joined their own meeting. DJ's Fundraising and RiverStar Farms supplied meals as thanks to participants.
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