Wharton Journal

Commercial well owners must obtain permit or face loss of 'historic' status

By BENJAMIN C. SHARP bensharp@journal-spectator.com — 05/07/2008

The Coastal Bend Groundwater Conservation District has generated plenty of response by warning well owners they could be fined if they don't apply for a permit by the end of this month. Problem is, the wrong people are responding.

Photo

05/07/2008

Staff Photo by Quala Motocha Magic moment Hannah Krenek, 17, of Boling is crowned as 2008 Wharton County Youth Fair Queen by last year's queen Kelli Ermis. Krenek is the daughter of Gerard and Theresa Krenek of Boling. Three pageants were held this past Sunday in Crescent Hall to name the royalty for this year's fair. For other pageant pictures and stories see Page A6.

'Foundations of Faith'

By BARRY HALVORSON bhalvorson@journal-spectator.com — 05/07/2008

Forming the foundation of faith in Wharton, the early church congregations of the city will be celebrated on Saturday with the dedication of the mural of churches recently placed on the side of the building at the northwest corner of North Fulton and West Milam Streets across from First Bank.

Wharton traffic stop leads to escape attempt

By BARRY HALVORSON bhalvorson@journal-spectator.com — 05/07/2008

The combined efforts of local law enforcement resulted in the recovery and arrest of a man sought on an outstanding arrest warrant from South Carolina after he fled following a traffic stop. The incident started at 11:35 p.m. on May 3 when Department of Public Safety Sgt.

Post Office ready to 'Stamp Out Hunger'

By BARRY HALVORSON bhalvorson@journal-spectator.com — 05/07/2008

Wharton mail carriers will be doing more than looking to drop off those letters, bills and circulars this Saturday as they participate in this year's "Stamp Out Hunger" food drive. The food collection drive is a project sponsored by the National Association of Letter Carriers in cooperation with the U.S. Postal Service and the United Way.

Ask Billie

05/07/2008

Wharton's future is going to be different. Will it be better? We do not know, we believe it will, and we cannot shirk our responsibility for making it happen. We do know that a lot of our leadership will be different. What about leadership? We are hearing and reading that word a lot recently but what goes into a good leader?

Dateline Wharton

05/07/2008

WHS Class Reunion Members of the Wharton High Graduation Class of 1988 are being asked to help plan the upcoming 20th Class Reunion planned for later this year. Those interested in participating are asked to contact Rachel Cruz at rzurc@sbcglobal.net or Donald Allen at 453-0353 or bgcwharton@sbcglobal.net.

002 HOUSES FOR SALE

05/07/2008

HILLJE: 2 BR 1 BA on 2 acres, Updated interior, new CAH, landscaping, fenced dog yard, storage shed. Perfect starter home! Call 979-637-0471 or 979-637-0469 leave message.

010 Bus. Opportunities

05/07/2008

LOCAL HOME BUILDING Partner wanted. 281-259-0144 Texas- DreamBuilder.com

021 Help Wanted

05/07/2008

PLUMBERS HELPER NEEDED. Must be dependable and have clean driving record. Apply in person: 803 West Jackson. SECRETARIAL POSITION AVAILABLE: Seeking dependable, organized individual with good people, telephone and computer skills. Bookkeeping knowledge welcomed. References required. Send Resumes to: "Secretarial Positions", P.O.

022 Work Wanted

05/07/2008

HOME REMODELING All work guaranteed. Sheet rock, windows, doors, flooring, roofing. Cell: 979-533-2373. Home: 979- 532-0784. NEED SOMEONE to care for your loved ones? Elderly and terminally ill clients. Excellent references, 15 years experience, CNA/Nurse Practitioner. Call Rhonda, 979- 559-0650.

024 SCHOOLS

05/07/2008

041 Apt-Unfurnished

05/07/2008

RED RIVER PLACE APTS. 1821 Red River Ave., Wharton. 1BR, 1BA, Central A/C, water included. 979-282-8700 or 800-423-6288

043 HOUSES FOR RENT

05/07/2008

2 BR, 1 BR in El Campo, No Pets. $525 monthly $500 deposit. Call 979-543-9511 or 979-992-3411. 3BR, 2BA MOBILE HOME. 707 Mattie, Wharton. Refrigerator, stove, A/C window units, updated, on 1 acre land. No pets. $400/month. Deposit $400. 916- 799-4561.

044 Misc. for Rent

05/07/2008

047 Office Space

05/07/2008

CHARMING DOWNTOWN WHARTON on the Square. Newly renovated office spaces/suites for rent. For more information, call 281-344-2512

062 Contracting Repairs

05/07/2008

063 Misc. Services

05/07/2008

CARPET CLEANING Host Dry Method. Doing business in Wharton County since 1988. Rosann Nugent 979-677-3363 TRACTOR WORK- Vacant lots and pastures mowed. Finishing mower; shredder; loader; blade work, disking. Free estimates. Reasonable rates.

072 Trucks, Trailers

05/07/2008

1983 JEEP WAGONEER 4WD Runs good. $1,200/obo. 979- 282-8946 or 361-258-1593.

073 Used Cars

05/07/2008

1994 MAZDA PROTEGE LX Good motor, needs timing chain. $200. 979-533-9077 2001 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 59,000 miles, 4WD, loaded. $8,000/obo. Call 979-532-3117. 2002 MUSTANG: V-6, one owner. 82,900 miles. Fully loaded.

091 Boats

05/07/2008

1999 MCCLAIN GALVANIZED TRAILER Tandem axle Fits 22 ft pathfinder $1250.00 or OBO 979-541-9955.

111 Mobile Homes

05/07/2008

ZERO DOWN WITH LAND we specialize in Land and Home and Land in Lieu of Down Payment. We can finance the home as well as all needed land improvements. 888-284-6888 or after hours 832-247-0024 RBI#33813 www. reliablehomesofsealy.com.

113 Motor Homes

05/07/2008

1992 CROWN REGIS MOTOR HOME, 34 FT, Living area, Kitchen, Shower Area, Sleeps 6, Very Clean, 454 V-8 Engine 28,300 miles, ver y good condition. $15,000. Call 361-972-2397

131 Dogs, Cats, Pets

05/07/2008

POMERANIAN PUPPIES! CKC registered. Cream Sable Male. Red/ Brown Sable and White Male. S/W. $500. Call 979-758-1960 AKC CHOCOLATE LAB PUPPIES, 7 weeks old, 2 females. $300 each. Call Mark Kubala 979-541-3141. AKC YORKIE PUPPIES for sale, 7 weeks old, wormed, 1st shots. Call 979-578-2466.

133 Cattle, Hogs, Horses

05/07/2008

12 YEAR OLD Arabian/Quarterhorse Mare. 14 year old Quarterhorse Gelding. Good Trailride Horses. Call 979-332-0575. REGISTERED LONGHORNS - Bulls, Steers, Heifers. Good color and horns, near El Campo. 281-558- 2200 or 713-898-4972.

134 Feed, Hay

05/07/2008

FERTILIZED JIGGS hay for sale, 1500lb round bales, call John Luco, 979-332-4008 HAY BALING & SALES Large round bales. Gordo and Bahia, $25. Johnson $20. Jiggs $30. Delivery available. 979-453-0511 PASTURE IMPROVEMENTS Jiggs, Tifton 85.

151 Misc. For Sale

05/07/2008

SOFA PLUS LOVESEAT. New in plastic, warranty. Can del. $379. 361-237-4305. 7 PIECE SOLID WOOD BEDROOM SET. New in boxes with warranty. LIST $2,000. Sacrifice $695. Phone 361-273-4332. BEDROOM SET. Headboard, dresser, mirror, chest, nitestand $279. New, Factory Warranty. 361-237-4303.

153 Want to Buy

05/07/2008

WILL BUY JUNK CARS, junk trucks, junk farm machinery, salvage metal, etc. Call 979-335- 4705 or 979-618-0880, Joey.

171 Lost & Found

05/07/2008

MISSING: since 4-17-8 from 908 Laura Ann, Pet Cockatiel, gray with orange on face and yellow on head very tame. Please call 979-543-2929.

172 Special Notices

05/07/2008

154 Garage Sales

05/07/2008

ST. THOMAS THRIFT SHOP 416 W. Milam, Wharton. Big Half-Price Sale on Winter clothes! Wed-Thurs, 10am-3pm. Fri. 10am-7pm First Saturday each month, 10am-1pm. 979-532-4737

175 Public Notices

05/07/2008

NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS OF PROPOSED TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (TxDOT) CONTRACTS Sealed proposals for contracts listed below will be received by TxDOT until the date(s) shown below, and then publicly read.

Playing at the fair

05/07/2008

Aces over Eight , pictured to side, along with Wright Remedy will play Friday at the Wharton County Youth Fair in Crescent. Pictured from left, are Aces band members Brandon Holcomb, Jordan Orsak and Matt Kopycinsk. Band members not pictured are Kevin Kopecky and Daniel Tripinpo,

Music Calendar

05/07/2008

The Chris Brade Band plays Friday night and The Slags play Saturday night at Greek Bros. Saloon in El Campo. Bo Cox plays Friday night and Kyle Park plays Saturday night night at Muldoon's Saloon in El Campo.

At The Movies

05/07/2008

21 Drama Inspired by the true story of five students who changed the game forever. 21 is the fact-based story about six MIT students who were trained to become experts in card counting and subsequently took Vegas casinos for millions in winnings.

Commercial well owners must obtain permit or face loss of 'historic' status

By BENJAMIN C. SHARP bensharp@journal-spectator.com — 05/07/2008

Photo

05/07/2008

'Foundations of Faith'

By BARRY HALVORSON bhalvorson@journal-spectator.com — 05/07/2008

Wharton traffic stop leads to escape attempt

By BARRY HALVORSON bhalvorson@journal-spectator.com — 05/07/2008

Post Office ready to 'Stamp Out Hunger'

By BARRY HALVORSON bhalvorson@journal-spectator.com — 05/07/2008

Newest STMC doctor also an ace marksman, photographer

05/07/2008

Even though he was born and raised in Missouri, coming to Texas was something Dr. Keith Moore has wanted to do for some time. The newest surgeon on the staff at South Texas Medical Clinic in Wharton, he is an avid outdoorsman and is anxious to experience all that Texas has to offer.

Retirement should be replaced with word that denotes vigor

By JOE VOLZ Copley News Service — 05/07/2008

It's time to retire that infamous "R" word - retirement. At least that's the way it looks to this commentator, who has "retired" and unretired four times. Let's find a new 21st century word or phrase that accurately reflects the lifestyles of the over-60 crowd.

WCYF names royalty

By QUALA MATOCHA news@journal-spectator.com — 05/07/2008

When it came to the final moment, Hannah Krenek of Boling is the judges' choice for 2008 WCYF Queen. The evening event was the last of three royalty pageants held in Crescent Hall Sunday, May 4. The 2007 Queen Kelli Ermis, Fair President Darrel Kutach and new Little Mr.

Rod's wish comes true as she is named 2008 Junior Miss at WCYF

By QUALA MATOCHA news@journal-spectator.com — 05/07/2008

Cydni Rod's first wish came true Sunday afternoon in Crescent Hall, May 4, as she was crowned 2008 Wharton County Youth Fair Junior Miss. In response to an impromptu question: "If you had three wishes what would they be?," her first answer was to win the pageant, and she did. Rod is the daughter of Ken and Melissa Rod of El Campo.

Brandes, Clifton named 2008 Little Miss, Little Mr. for WCYF

By QUALA MATOCHA news@journal-spectator.com — 05/07/2008

Only one lucky boy and girl were chosen from among the 47 contestants as the 2008 WCYF Little Mr. and Miss Sunday afternoon at Crescent Hall. On hand to congratulate the winners and present sashes, trophies and prizes were Dawson Mach and Kimberlyn Garza, the 2007 WCYF Little Mr. and Little Miss.

EB wins 27 2A UIL spring competition

05/07/2008

Academics and One Act Play results from the spring UIL Academic Meet for Conference 2A, District 27: East Bernard High School scored 491 points, Boling High School finished with 388 points, Brazos High School earned 253 points, Danbury High School finished with 122 points, Van Vleck High School earned 105 points,

Here's some western-flavored recipes in celebration of the WCYF

Leigh Pless — 05/07/2008

If you haven't been out to the fairgrounds this week you are missing a good time. There is something for everyone to enjoy, so pull on your boots and jeans and get out there to support the youth of Wharton County!

Hospital volunteers honored at banquet

Carol Russ — 05/07/2008

The 2008 annual Awards Banquet for the Hospital Volunteers of Wharton, Inc. was hosted by Gulf Coast Medical Center on April 29 in the O'Quinn Room of the Wharton Community Civic Center. The theme was Volunteers: The Heart of the Community.

Wharton Hidden Garden Tour ends this Sunday

05/07/2008

The fourth annual Wharton Hidden Garden Tour concludes this Saturday and Sunday. Gardens on the tour will be open for visits from 2 to 5 p.m. each day at a cost of $10 for adults and $5 for children under age 12. Advanced tickets are on sale at Wharton Chamber of Commerce, Wharton County Historical Museum, Charles Chambers State Farm Office and all local banks.

Kocian, Jimenez tell their wedding plans

05/07/2008

Mr. and Mrs. C.J. Kocian of Boling announce the engagement of their daughter Veronica Cecil Kocian to Shawn Keith Jimenez, son of Seferino and Terry Jimenez of Pledger. Veronica is the granddaughter of the late Manuel and Lottie Kocian, formerly of Wharton, and the late Joe and Alma Reznicek, formerly of Wallis.

Library readies for reading program

05/07/2008

May is here and summer is coming. Parents, make sure and mark those calendars to come to the library and register children for the Summer Reading Program, The Texas Reading Club Jubilee: 1958-2008! The first day of registration is Tuesday, May 27, and programs start the week of June 2. The reading program is open to all children ages 1 to 18.

New books on the shelves of the Wharton County Libary

05/07/2008

Come to the library and check out our new book and books on CD displays. There are also plans to have a display of books that are favorites of library readers. So, if anyone has a suggestion, go to the circulation desk and fill out a Read All About It book card.

Hoffmann honored with bridal shower at community center

05/07/2008

Erica Lyn Hoffmann, brideelect of Ryan Cooper on May 24, was honored at a bridal shower on April 19 at the Wharton Community Civic Center. There were 18 hostesses who joined together to host the event. The registry table was decorated with a pink table cloth overlaid with white lace and held a photo of the couple the registry book, a floral arrangement and candle.

Sabrsula, Sweat reveal their wedding date

05/07/2008

Kenneth and Sarah Sabrsula of Wharton announce the engagement of their daughter Kelly Kay Sabrsula of Wharton to Cody Ray Sweat of Brazoria, son of Johnny and Vicki Sweat of Brazoria. Kelly is the granddaughter of Patricia Frankum and Alfred and Ruth Sabrsula, all of Wharton. Her great-grandparents are Ruben and Gertrude Brown Sr. of El Campo.

Important dates to remember in WISD for month of May

05/07/2008

Here's some highlight events which are happening this month in Wharton ISD: May 8 - WHS and WJHS Band Concert at 7 p.m. Sivells: Buddy Fun Day May 9 - Weather Day, no school. May 12 - WHS: Ag Banquet May 13 - WHS: Award of Excellence Banquet at Civic Center.

Births

05/07/2008

Grayson Chaka Mr. and Mrs. Travis Jay Chaka of Boling announce the birth of their fifth child, a boy, born at 6:28 p.m. Tuesday, March 11, 2008, at Gulf Coast Medical Center. The baby was named Grayson Aleckzander Chaka and weighed 6 lbs., 5 ozs.

Honor Roll

05/07/2008

Iago Junior High School honor rolls for the fifth six weeks. Gilt Edge Honor Roll For Grade Six Cynthia Duarte, Caleb Frankum, Spencer Gutierrez, Kristen Hanka, Kindra Hlavinka, Hannah Kulak, Kyla Lockley, Arminda Rodriguez, Makayla Sulak, Dylan Toomes, Erin Torres, Emily Wilkins and Caleb Winkenwerder.

Tiny Tiger Tales Kids in the news at Wharton's Sivells Elementary School

By LAUREN LATHON — 05/07/2008

A federal library grant gave our librarian, Mrs. Maffett, the opportunity to buy something for the library she could not normally afford. She bought bright, red sofas to replace the tables and chairs so students could have a comfortable place to sit and read.

Fair continues this week with carnival, music and exhibits

By BRENDA SOMMER bsommer@leader-news.com — 05/07/2008

The Wharton County Youth Fair & Exposition is up and running at the fairgrounds in Crescent, heading towards a couple of major events later this week. On Thursday, a big crowd is expected for the 26th annual Agricultural Appreciation Banquet held at 6 p.m.

Election Day on Saturday

By BARRY HALVORSON bhalvorson@journal-spectator.com — 05/07/2008

Voting picked up on Monday as area residents took advantage of the first of two days of extended voting in local municipal, school and special elections. Early voting ended on Tuesday and Election Day is this Saturday, May 10. Voting hours are from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

EC man arrested in stabbing

By BRENDA SOMMER news@journal-spectator.com — 05/07/2008

A man was arrested and charged in an El Campo stabbing last week and his girlfriend also faces charges after allegedly helping him try to leave town. A warrant for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon was issued late last week against David Orozco-Padilla, 18, after he allegedly stabbed a man who owed him money for work.

Stamp prices rising by one penny

05/07/2008

This is the last week a 41- cent stamp will get your letters where they need to go. Effective Monday, May 12, the U.S. Postal Service cost for a standard 1 ounce letter goes up a penny with other adjustments made for shipping packages.

WCJC cowboys win Crescent competition

05/07/2008

CRESCENT - Wharton County Junior College men's rodeo team found their home Johnson Arena to their liking in the final Southern Rodeo competition of the season Friday and Saturday at the Crescent Fairgrounds. WCJC cowboys totaled 620 points to win the title. McNeese State University was a distant second with 515 points.

Rice shortage could 'disappear,' ag leader says

By BRENDA SOMMER news@journal-spectator.com — 05/07/2008

Rumors of rice shortages in some parts of the country have little to nothing to do with this year's crop. Bob Little, general manager of Rice Farmers Co-op, said he'd heard reports people were hoarding rice in California, but said he has no idea if it's a serious situation or not.

Willie Galloway

05/07/2008

Funeral services for Willie Lee Galloway, 83, of Lane City, will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Mount Zion Baptist Church. Burial will follow in Shiloh Cemetery. Friends may call after 1 p.m. Friday. Mr. Galloway died May 2, 2008, at Gulf Coast Medical Center. He was born Nov. 9, 1924 in Waco to Wonzo and Irene Smith Galloway.

Arnita Newlin

05/07/2008

Arnita Maerz Newlin, age 97, died in Longview, on Saturday, May 3, 2008. She was born in Mentz, Colorado County, on July 15, 1910 to John Maerz and Margaret Brod Maerz, the fifth of eight children. She was a descendant of Johann Brod who settled in the Republic of Texas in the Mentz- Columbus area.

Voters 'taken by the press' when it comes to news on presidential race

Dan Rather — 05/07/2008

Okay, everyone who knows what Jeremiah Wright has to say about AIDS, 9/11 and Louis Farrakhan, raise your hand. Now let's see a show of hands from everyone who knows where Barack Obama - or any of the presidential candidates - stands on the structural challenges to the U.S. economy, foreign policy in the post-9/11 world and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict?

Sounding Board

05/07/2008

Need for recycling Letter to the Editor: Everyone needs to get in the habit of recycling again. The Wharton City Barn has collection containers at Milam and Grove. Newspapers, cardboard, plastic bottles and used oil can be taken there six days a week.

Portion control negates need for miniature beef

'Doc' Blakely — 05/07/2008

About 40 years ago the cattle industry was breeding cattle to look compact, blocky, short legged, deep bodied and not too heavy. The judges started talking about the ideal animal in those terms but local cattlemen nicknamed them "Watch Fob Cattle.

Book focuses on lives of C.S. Lewis, Freud

Peter Johnston — 05/07/2008

He has been heralded as one of seven men who rule the world from the grave. Tuesday marked his birthday 152 years ago. We know him as Sigmund Freud. A second man died the same day as President John F. Kennedy, Nov. 22, 1963. He was, for a time, a professed atheist, as was Freud for all of his life.

Reform of 'food-to-fuel' policy desperately needed

05/07/2008

The Nobel-Prize winning economist Milton Friedman once said, "One of the great mistakes is to judge policies and programs by their intentions rather than their results." When Congress passed legislation to greatly expand America's commitment to biofuels, it intended to create energy independence and protect the environment.

Police Blotter

Crimes reported to local law enforcement agencies — 05/07/2008

Burglaries, thefts Theft - Reported in the 800 block of North Spanish Camp Road, Wharton, between April 30 and 7:36 a.m. May 1. Theft - Reported at Wal-Mart, 1255 U.S. 59, Wharton, between 10 p.m. and 10:04 p.m. April 30. Cleared by arrest.

In Custody

05/07/2008

Alcohol, drug charges Clifton Mancias, 50, 507 Mayfield, El Campo, was booked into Wharton County Jail on May 3 for driving while intoxicated. He was released at 4:45 p.m. May 5 on $2,500 bond. Tony Escamilla, 23, 1717 Briar Lane, Wharton, was booked May 3 for driving while intoxicated (second offense). He was released at 11:30 a.m. May 3.

Tigers ousted from 3A playoffs

By MIKE KONVICKA mkonvicka@journal-spectator.com — 05/07/2008

SEALY - The number 8 turned out to be a lucky number for Giddings' baseball team in a Class 3A bi-district playoff series against Wharton at Matt 'Mutt' Strusell Field over the weekend. The Buffaloes rallied to beat the Tigers 8-6 in a four-hour marathon that ended after midnight on Friday.

Ciruti steps down after 33 years as WHS coach

By MIKE KONVICKA mkonvicka@journal-spectator.com — 05/07/2008

After 33 years of successful baseball coaching Wharton's Floyd Ciruti announced Monday that he's retiring from the sport he loves so much. Ciruti, 57, actually made the decision before the season started but waited to tell his players until after Saturday's playoff game against Giddings in Sealy.

WHS doubles teams play at state tennis tournament

05/07/2008

AUSTIN - Wharton's two doubles tennis teams returned home Tuesday after competing in the Class 3A University Interscholastic League State Tennis Tournament at Pennick-Allison Tennis Center. Heavy rains on Monday pushed back the start time for the tournament by almost four hours.

Brahmarettes sweep No. 1 ranked Franklin in area round playoffs

By MIKE KONVICKA mkonvicka@journal-spectator.com — 05/07/2008

NAVASOTA - Franklin's No. 1 Class 2A ranking didn't mean a thing to the East Bernard's softball team in a Region IV area round series this weekend at Ira Floyd Jr. Field The Brahmarettes swept the 27-1 Lady Lions by 18-2 and 10-3 scores on Friday and Saturday to advance quarterfinal round of the playoff.

Roberts ready for 2A state long jump event

By MIKE KONVICKA mkonvicka@journal-spectator.com — 05/07/2008

After sitting out her sophomore year, Boling junior Sigrid Roberts earned the right to compete in the Class 2A University Interscholastic League State long jump competition Friday at Mike A Meyers Stadium in Austin. "It feels pretty good," said Roberts before Monday's workout at Tiger Stadium in Wharton.

Hunt very busy on first day of the job

By MIKE KONVICKA mkonvicka@journal-spectator.com — 05/07/2008

New Wharton Athletic Director Stacey Hunt hit the ground running Monday morning. Hunt met with his current staff in the morning to discuss his expectations of the athletic program. He had his first off season workout with the high school's underclassmen later in the day during athletic period.

WJH tennis teams finish strong

05/07/2008

Wharton's Junior High boys and girls tennis teams completed a successful year over the weekend. The District 24-3A tournament was played on Saturday. The 7th grade boys team finished fourth and C.J. Roberts finished fourth in boys singles.

Brahmas eliminated from Class 2A playoffs

By MIKE KONVICKA mkonvicka@journal-spectator.com — 05/07/2008

WEIMAR - East Bernard's baseball season came to an end Saturday night when Edna's Michael Vickery belted a three-run shot in the bottom of the eighth inning for a 12-9 Class 2A Region IV win at Veteran's Park Strickland Field in Weimar.

Dateline Wharton

05/07/2008

Police Blotter

Crimes reported to local law enforcement agencies — 05/07/2008

In Custody

05/07/2008

Voters 'taken by the press' when it comes to news on presidential race

Dan Rather — 05/07/2008

Sounding Board

05/07/2008

Portion control negates need for miniature beef

'Doc' Blakely — 05/07/2008

Book focuses on lives of C.S. Lewis, Freud

Peter Johnston — 05/07/2008

Reform of 'food-to-fuel' policy desperately needed

05/07/2008

Willie Galloway

05/07/2008

Arnita Newlin

05/07/2008

Tigers ousted from 3A playoffs

By MIKE KONVICKA mkonvicka@journal-spectator.com — 05/07/2008

Ciruti steps down after 33 years as WHS coach

By MIKE KONVICKA mkonvicka@journal-spectator.com — 05/07/2008

WHS doubles teams play at state tennis tournament

05/07/2008

Brahmarettes sweep No. 1 ranked Franklin in area round playoffs

By MIKE KONVICKA mkonvicka@journal-spectator.com — 05/07/2008

Roberts ready for 2A state long jump event

By MIKE KONVICKA mkonvicka@journal-spectator.com — 05/07/2008

Hunt very busy on first day of the job

By MIKE KONVICKA mkonvicka@journal-spectator.com — 05/07/2008

WJH tennis teams finish strong

05/07/2008

Brahmas eliminated from Class 2A playoffs

By MIKE KONVICKA mkonvicka@journal-spectator.com — 05/07/2008

Ask Billie

05/07/2008

WCYF names royalty

By QUALA MATOCHA news@journal-spectator.com — 05/07/2008

Rod's wish comes true as she is named 2008 Junior Miss at WCYF

By QUALA MATOCHA news@journal-spectator.com — 05/07/2008

Brandes, Clifton named 2008 Little Miss, Little Mr. for WCYF

By QUALA MATOCHA news@journal-spectator.com — 05/07/2008

EB wins 27 2A UIL spring competition

05/07/2008

Here's some western-flavored recipes in celebration of the WCYF

Leigh Pless — 05/07/2008

Hospital volunteers honored at banquet

Carol Russ — 05/07/2008

Wharton Hidden Garden Tour ends this Sunday

05/07/2008

Kocian, Jimenez tell their wedding plans

05/07/2008

Library readies for reading program

05/07/2008

New books on the shelves of the Wharton County Libary

05/07/2008

Hoffmann honored with bridal shower at community center

05/07/2008

Sabrsula, Sweat reveal their wedding date

05/07/2008

Important dates to remember in WISD for month of May

05/07/2008

Births

05/07/2008

Honor Roll

05/07/2008

Tiny Tiger Tales Kids in the news at Wharton's Sivells Elementary School

By LAUREN LATHON — 05/07/2008

Playing at the fair

05/07/2008

Music Calendar

05/07/2008

At The Movies

05/07/2008

Newest STMC doctor also an ace marksman, photographer

05/07/2008

Retirement should be replaced with word that denotes vigor

By JOE VOLZ Copley News Service — 05/07/2008