Back Through Time History Trail

The Highway 181 Historical Association invites those interested in local history to attend the second annual "Back Through Time History Trail" to be held at 26 sites in six counties June 4-5, 2005. Highlighting the 100 year period from 1830 to 1930, the trail will include activities, events, exhibits, and displays at sites along State Highway 181 from Floresville to Taft with side-trip excursions to Helena, Nordheim, Yorktown, Cuero, Goliad, and Berclair.

Trail brochures are available at the Bee County Chamber of Commerce Convention and Visitors Bureau. You may also pick up a copy at one of Skidmore's cafes or convenience stores. For more information, please call the Chamber at 361-358-3267.

The Bee County Historical Society seeks donations for its annual Antiques & Collectibles Yard Sale to be held in conjunction with the History Trail. The event will be held June 4th at the McClanahan House Museum at 206 E. Corpus Christi Street. Proceeds from the sale will be used to fund much needed repairs on the historic museum house. Those wishing to donate items large and small are asked to call 361-375-2558.

4-H Friends and Alumni Association Membership Drive

All former 4-Her’s and those who were never in 4-H but want to support the program and Texas youth are invited to join the 4-H Friends and Alumni Association. The association's goal is to build and foster relationships among Texans who support the development programs of 4-H and who believe that the future of our nation depends on the success of reaching today’s youth with the values and opportunities provided through 4-H. 4-H is the largest youth development organization in the state. Don't you want to be a part of that great accomplishment? Each year, 4-H touches the lives of more than a million children through club membership, special interest groups, school enrichment programs, nutrition programs, and outdoor adventures.

As a member of the Texas 4-H Friends and Alumni Association you will receive discount privileges from corporate sponsors, admission into hospitality rooms, a quarterly newsletter, an invitation to our annual gala, and the chance to touch the life of a 4-H'er. Memberships are open to individuals, regardless of whether or not you were in 4-H, and there are also corporate sponsorships available. Membership dues provide funding for the Texas 4-H Friends and Alumni scholarships and provide grant money to county 4-H programs for the purpose of expanding the 4-H program.

Support 4-H and touch the life of a 4-H’er by joining the 4-H Friends and Alumni Association today. Membership applications are available in the County Extension Office or online at www.texas4hfriends.org>.

For more information on the 4-H program in Bee County, call 362-3280, or come by the Extension office in the Dougherty Building at 210 E. Corpus Christi St. in Beeville. Extension programs serve people of all ages regardless of socioeconomic level, race, color, sex, religion, disability or national origin. -- Rusty Horn, County Extension Agent, Bee County

Daniel Naranjo Recognized for 15 Years Service on S-T ISD Board

Daniel Naranjo accepts a token of appreciation from S-T ISD Superintendent Dr. Brett Belmarez.

As a 15 year veteran of the S-T ISD Board, Daniel Naranjo has seen it all, including the coming and going of six school superindents. In the course of those 15 years, Mr. Naranjo served our district with honor and distinction. School administrators, faculty, staff, and current Trustees gathered Friday, May 27th, to honor Mr. Naranjo’s years of service with cake, refreshments and camaraderie.

Mark Your Calendar for Skidmore-Tynan Open Reunion

Preparations are underway for a Skidmore-Tynan all-school, all-ages, open reunion to be held at the Tynan Recreation Hall November 5th 2005. Planning for a reunion of this size is a difficult task, but the planning committee has agreed on the following details.

There will be no written invitations. News of the reunion will passed by word of mouth, email, and press releases to local newspapers. There will be no reserved seating and guests are encouraged to come early and stay late. Don't forget to bring along photos, albums, and memorabilia for early display. Each family is asked to bring two covered dishes (meats, salads, vegetables, or dessert) plus serving utensils. Paper plates, cups, silverware, tea, and coffee will be furnished. Beer, sodas, and water will be available for purchase from the Tynan Hall.

Volunteers will be needed to help with serving, hosting, and activities. Contact David Flores at 361-664-8046 for an early morning golf game. Anyone interested in card games, dominos, horse shoes, or volleyball may gather a group to organize the activity.

Doors will open at 3:00 p.m. Food will be served from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. with music by the Galloway Brothers at 9:00 p.m. The hall will close at 1:00 a.m. A $5 donation is asked of singles – $10 for couples. If you have questions about the reunion, please contact Felix Fojtik at 765-2923, Robert Sugarek at 316-287-3845, Wilma Zdansky at 361-358-3273, or Joyce Schubert Sherrer at 361-364-4704. A reunion follow-up will be published in the Skidmore Signal and the Bee-Picayune's Skidmore Sketches.

Mengers S-T High Valedictorian, O'Neill Salutatorian

The Skidmore-Tynan High School Academic Awards Banquet was held Monday, May 16 at the S-T ISD Events Center. Competition for the honor of being named Valedictorian and Salutatorian came down to the wire as the GPA of the two candidates, Katlynn Mengers and Lindsie O'Neill, varied by a tiny fraction of a grade point. In the end, Katlynn Mengers was named Valedictorian and Lindsie O'Neill was Salutatorian. Both of these young ladies deserve congratulations on their hard work and dedication to their studies.

Caller Times: Skidmore-Tynan High School Class of 2005

Skidmore Signal Hot off the Press

The May 15, 2005 issue of the Skidmore Signal is available for purchase at local cafes, food, and convenience stores. This month's top story is the arrival of high speed wireless internet access to the Skidmore and Tynan communities. Jo Kreis takes us back in time in "Miscellaneous Ramblings" while Edwin Wallek, Jr. recollects childhood visits to Beeville and presents the third installment of "North to Alaska." Pick up your copy of the Signal at the following locations: Beeville, Mathis, or Sinton HEB; Papa's Market; Dalia's Cafe; Chisholm Trail Cafe; and Kwik Pantry.

Garcia, Stautzenberger, Ramos Awarded Bobcat/Ladycat of the Year

The three student athletes were recognized at Monday's 2004-2005 S-T Sports Banquet.

James Garcia and Blake Stautzenger shared the honor of being named "Bobcat of the Year" in the 2004-2005 S-T High School Sports Banquet. Rebecca Ramos was named "Ladycat of the Year."

Outgoing Booster Club President Bud Howard opened the ceremonies, followed by Rev. Lee Bevly, Jr. who delivered the blessing of the meal. Trooper Tayor, Assistant Head Coach and Running Back Coach for the University of Tennessee, was the featured speaker of the evening. Coach Taylor delivered a rousing motivational speech to the student athletes, encouraging them to work hard to do right by themselves and their fellow teammates. "Right will follow right, and wrong will follow wrong" he advised.

Prior to the presentation of awards, S-T Athletic Director Adam Arroyo pointed out that Skidmore-Tynan was the only school in our district to send teams to the playoffs in all of the "big three" sports of football, basketball, and baseball. Coaches and athletes alike are to be congratulated on the accomplishment.

2004-2005 ATHLETIC AWARDS

BOBCAT OF THE YEAR:
James Garcia
Blake Stautzenberger

LADY CAT OF THE YEAR:
Becky Ramos

INDIVIDUAL SPORT AWARDS
Football (Offense): Blake Stautzenberger
Football (Defense): Jeff Hudson
Cross - Country: Jairus Yzaguirre
Basketball: James Garcia and Jordan Haws
Powerlifting: John Boscamp and Frankie Vega
Baseball: Allen Berthold and Blake Stautzenberger
Golf: Jordan Haws
Tennis: Henry Herzog
Track: Jairus Yzaguirre
Volleyball: Katlynn Mengers
Basketball: Becky Ramos
Softball: Cindi Gonzales
Golf: Kristina Cavazos
Track: Elizabeth Torres

Incoming Booster Club President Lori Schirmer closed out the evening by presenting Academy gift certificates to each of the coaches in appreciation for their hard work on behalf of our student athletes. Special thanks to J.D. Henshall for putting together the Powerpoint presentation of the Bobcat/Ladycat Year in Sports. Thanks also to Mr. Q's Barbecue for catering the meal.

Salinas, Gonzales, Guerra Prevail in S-T School Board Election

After the last of the S-T I.S.D. voters cast their ballots Saturday, three candidates emerged victorious. Incumbents Israel Salinas and Daniel Gonzales retained their seats and were joined by newcomer Cipriano Guerra. Vote totals were Daniel Gonzales 418, Cipriano Guerra 398, Israel Salinas 386, Keith Petrus 301 and Robert Handy 296. Congratulations to our newly elected S-T I.S.D. Trustees.

Bobcats Fall to Bishop in Bi-District Playoffs

The entire team bleached their hair to celebrate making the playoffs.

After a 10-5 loss to Bishop in Game 1 of the Bi-District Playoffs, the Varsity Bobcat Baseball team battled back Saturday afternoon to win 7-5 in Game 2. Game 3 immediately followed and turned into a high scoring "hitters duel" as both teams burned through one pitcher after another. In the end Bishop prevailed. Final score: Bishop 20 - Bobcats 15.

See also:
Caller.com: Bishop survives wild series.
Bee-Picayune.com: S-T Bobcats push Bishop Badgers to three.



Ben Mengers arrives safely at 2nd base on an "stand up" double in Game 1 of the three game series.

Whitley Mobile Dental Clinic Arrives May 16

S-T School Nurse Barbara Seger informs us that the Whitley Mobile Dental Clinic will here the week of May 16th. The clinic is housed in a converted RV and will be parked in front of the old cafeteria/elementary music room. Discounted Dental services are available to all, including students, staff and community members. The clinic accepts Medicaid, most insurances, and will provide an estimate if you wish to pay cash.

Give the Gift of Life - Donate Blood Wednesday

The Coastal Blend Blood Center will be back for the last blood drive of the school year May 11th. They will be parked in front of the old cafeteria, now the elementary music room, from 9am-4pm. Please bring a photo ID. Anyone 17 and older is eligible to give blood. Give the gift of life so that others might live.

Saturday a Busy Day for Local Residents

The local School Board Election will take place at the S-T I.S.D. Board Room from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Saturday. Bring you voter registration card or drivers license to cast a vote for your School Board candidate.

The Ladies Fire Auxiliary will hold a Bake Sale Saturday morning beginning at 7:30 a.m. at Papa's Market. Come on out and support your hard working local volunteer fire department.

Our S-T Varsity Baseball team will be playing Game 2 and hopefully followed by Game 3 in Bishop at 1:00 p.m. The varsity squad fell to Bishop 10-5 in the opening game Friday and will have to win two in a row to advance beyond Bi-District.

The Historic Park Hotel in Tuleta will host the 5th Annual Antique Bottle and Jar Show, Sale and Trade Day Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The Park Hotel Antiques Shoppe is located at 8937 N. Highway 181 in Tuleta. The event is hosted by the Three Rivers Bottle Collectors Club and will be held "rain or shine." Entertainment for the event will be provided by the SonShine Girls Ensemble who will perform a variety of folk and gospel selections. The Tuleta Community Improvement Program will also hold a fundraising Bake Sale in conjunction with the event. Call 361-375-2558 for more information.

The Bobcat Little League Junior boys team will play the Sinton Hurricanes on the High School field at 6:00 p.m. Saturday. This will be the first game to be played locally since we chose to inter-league with Sinton Little League.

Student Musicians Showcase Talent at Spring Concert

Members of the High School Choir sing a "Happy Hands Club" favorite.

The Junior High and High School music program continues to improve under the direction of instructor Florencio Lara. The annual Spring Concert held Tuesday, May 3, drew a large and appreciative crowd to the Skidmore-Tynan Events Center. The assembled audience enjoyed performances by the Sixth Grade Band, the Seventh Grade Band, the High School Choir, and the "Battling Bobcat Band" composed of student musicians from Eighth to Twelfth Grades.

"Our 2004-2005 school year has been a true rebuilding year for our band, choir, and color guard programs. Hats off to our senior band and choir members who have modeled for all of us exemplary perseverance, effort, leadership and musical talent. A successful high school music program takes hard work, dedication, talent and support. Our Skidmore-Tynan Band Director, Mr. Florencio Lara, is a wonderful model for hard work, dedication, talent, and support, and our students have done well under his direction. Our parents are also to be commended for continuing your support through tough times in our high school music program - thank you all so much!" -- Mrs. Holubec, S-T High School Principal.

Elementary Bench Dedication Honors Memory of Brett Huser

Starbucks employees joined in the dedication of the new benches.

Friends and family of Brett Michael Huser gathered Tuesday, May 3rd, to honor his memory with the dedication of three new benches outside the S-T Elementary. The benches were a gift of Starbucks Coffee who donated $10 for every participant in their Brett Huser Memorial Adopt-a-Highway program.

Elementary Principal Tricia Vasquez opened the ceremony, reminding students to cherish their time on earth. Brett's good friend Lindsie O'Neill spoke about his love of life in a short remembrance. When a gust of wind blew over a frame with photos of Brett, Lindsie commented "That's probably Brett telling me to stop talking already!"

Starbucks employees made the long drive from San Antonio to attend the morning ceremony along with S-T I.S.D. faculty, staff, and the entire 5th grade class, of which, Brett's brother Ty Huser is a member. Ty presented a plaque to Starbucks in thanks for their support. The ceremony closed with a moment of silence and the song "Homesick" by Mercy Me.

Junior High Athletes Recognized at Sports Banquet

Coaches Morgan and Salinas present an athletic certificate to 7th grader Kevin Shumake.

S-T coaches presented certificates Monday evening to students who participated in one or more 2004-05 Junior High sports programs. The S-T auditorium was packed with proud parents who turned out for the event. After accepting their award, the student athletes were treated to pizza and a soft drink served up courtesy of the Bobcat Booster Club.

Sports Pics - Bobcat Little League

Dustin Chambers took the mound in last Tuesday's Minor League baseball game.


Minor softball pitcher Kristen Galloway lets one fly.

S-T's Cindi Gonzales Signs With Cisco Junior College

Standing: Coaches Joseph Grimes, Karl Saenz, and Darcy Stockton. Seated: Rebecca Gonzales, Cyndi Gonzales, Daniel Gonzales, and Linda Gonzales.

If you've driven past the softball practice field in the off-season, you likely noticed S-T ISD Trustee Danny Gonzales playing catch with daughter Cindi. All of that pitching practice appears to have payed off as Cindi has signed on to play both softball and volleyball at Cisco Junior College. Cindi was joined at the Tuesday, April 26th signing by her parents Daniel and Rebecca Gonzales and sister Linda. Coaches Arroyo, Grimes, Saenz, and Stockton were on hand to participate in the event and congratulate Ms. Gonzales on her transition to college sports.

Register Your Opposition to the Trans Texas Corridor

The Austin Toll Party organization has put a quick and easy e-mail letter on their website. Using the fill-in-the-blank web page form will send the Governor, Chairman Krusee and over 200 other elected state officials your opposition to the Trans-Texas Corridor and support for HB-3363. Be sure to add your own objections and concerns in the box titled additional comments. Click on this link: AustinTollParty -- Courtesy of CorridorWatch.org