Caller-Times Football Forums

Jennie Vandever informs the Signal that the Caller-Times now has online Class 2A Football discussion forums. Check out the Caller-Times Forums to discuss Varsity, Junior Varsity, and even Junior High football with fellow Bobcat fans.

Sports Pics - Varsity Football vs. Three Rivers

Jeremy Johnson breaks free to score the game's first touchdown -- Photo courtesy of Rob's Digital Photography.

The Bobcats extended their record to 5-0 in Friday's victory over Three Rivers. Jeremy Johnson, Clint Isaacks, and John Boscamp contributed TDs for the Bobcats. Final score: Skidmore-Tynan 21 - Three Rivers 14.

See game photos by Rob's Digital Photography.

The Corpus Christi Caller-Times website has complete game and season stats for Skidmore-Tynan Varsity Football.

Bobcats 21 - Bulldogs 14

The Corpus Christi Caller-Times has a full report on Friday's 21-14 win over Three Rivers. Via the Caller-Times website: Last-minute drive lifts Bobcats to victory.

Support S-T Junior's Hot Dog Sale

The Skidmore-Tynan Junior class will be selling hotdogs, chili dogs, chips, and sodas before the burning of the S-T on Wednesday, October 4th. Come early and have supper with the Juniors, starting at 7:00 pm.

Annual ICC Fiesta Sunday Oct. 8th

This 18-inch barbecue pit on wheels with fire box is just one of many items to be raffled off at this year’s Fiesta.

Father Sebastian and the congregation of Immaculate Conception Church in Skidmore will host the annual October Fiesta on Sunday, Oct. 8, on the parish grounds located at 600 First Street.

The event begins at 11 a.m. and will feature many activities including bingo, a horseshoe tournament, a cake walk, etc. Little ones will enjoy pony rides and numerous other games geared to attract the young at heart. Those attending can enjoy delicious brisket barbecue with all the trimmings while listening to live entertainment which will be provided by Indomable (the Garcia brothers) and Los Cascaveles (Ralph Menchaca and Pablo Gonzales), all of Skidmore. Also performing will be El Grupo Temblor of Freer, among others. Barbecue plates may be purchased for a $6 per plate donation.

This year's raffle features many fantastic items including an 18-inch barbecue pit on wheels with a fire box donated by Valero-Corpus Christi, a Toshiba Hi-Fi player/recorder, a fishman’s package, a microwave and various gift certificates. Raffle tickets are $1 each and may be purchased by calling the parish office at 287-3256 or by contacting a parishioner.

“Everyone is invited to come enjoy a faith-filled day with their family and have a great and fun time,” said Father Sebastian.

Caller-Times on S-T's First District Football Game

"Three Rivers, S-T in contest of unbeatens" writes Javier Becerra of the Corpus Christi Caller-Times. Read his assessment of tonight's match-up in Three Rivers: District 31-2A kicks off in style.

Sports Pics - JH Football vs. Three Rivers

Photo courtesy of Rob's Digital Photography.

Rob's Digital Photography has been all over the Skidmore-Tynan sports scene for the last couple of weeks. See photos of Thursday's Junior High football games versus Three Rivers at Rob's Online Photo Album. Mr. Robinson was also on hand for this week's Ladycat volleyball games.

S-T Junior High Seeks Parents to Serve on Site Based Committee

Skidmore-Tynan Junior High is seeking parents, community members, and business representatives who would like to serve on the 2006-2007 Campus Site-Based Committee.

This committee will meet for the purpose of implementing planning processes and site-based decision making in accordance with Board Policy and administrative procedures, and will be chaired by the principal. The committee will serve exclusively in an advisory role, except that each committee will approve staff development of a campus nature.

If you are interested in volunteering to serve on this committee, please call the Junior High School office at 287-3424, ext. 204.

Sign Up For Little League Fall Ball

Bobcat Little League invites baseball players ages 9 to 12 & to sign up for "Fall Ball." The fee for each player is $20. Contact Toby Salinas at 287-3617 or April Alvarado at 343-4255 to register. Games will run through October.

Sports Pics - Pee Wee Soccer

Why should High School sports get all the glory? Rob's Digital Photography has photos of some up-and-coming Skidmore-Tynan athletes playing another kind of football.

Sports Pics - Varsity Football vs Aransas Pass

#32 Coleman Mengers signals touchdown as Skidmore wins in overtime.

Friday's varsity football game versus Aransas Pass came down to the wire as the 4th quarter ended with the score tied 14-14. The Cats stopped the Aransas Pass overtime drive and put the game away in just two plays.

Corey Markham set up the Bobcat win with as he powered the ball to the 1 yard line where John Boscamp took it in for the TD. Richard Torres and Clint Isaacks each contributed TDs for the Bobcats. Final score: Bobcats 20 - Aransas Pass 14 (game won in overtime).

Click here for photos of the September 22 pep rally and varsity football game. As always, for top quality professional photo prints, see photos by Rob's Digital Photography.

The Corpus Christi Caller-Times website has complete game and season stats for Skidmore-Tynan Varsity Football.


The cheerleaders fired everyone up at Friday's Pep Rally.

In Memoriam: Francisco Alaniz Sr.

Francisco Alaniz Sr. of Skidmore died September 18, 2006 at age 85. Mr. Alaniz was a retired farmer and member of Primera Iglesia Bautista in Mathis.

Mr. Alaniz is survived by his wife, Tomasa; daughters, Maria Garza of Mathis, Juanita Huerta and Modesta Crichton, both of Skidmore, Lupe Puentes of Corpus Christi, Melba Henson of Oklahoma City, Okla., and Rachel Showalter of Robinson, Ga.; sons, Jose Manuel and Francisco Alaniz Jr., both of Mathis, Juan and Samuel Alaniz, both of Skidmore, and Benjamin Alaniz of Oklahoma City; three sisters, Estemfena and Maria Alaniz, both of Alice, and Agapita Alaniz of Orange Grove; six brothers, Antonio, and Bellian Alaniz, both of Orange Grove, Roberto Alaniz of Skidmore, Felipe Alaniz of Mathis, Safarino Alaniz of San Diego, and Georgio Alaniz of Dallas; and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren.

Mr. Alaniz was laid to rest in Descanso Eterno II Cemetery in Mathis.

Sports Pics - JV Football vs Aransas Pass

David Flores powers the ball into the end zone to score in the last seconds of the game. Final score: Bobcats 18, Aransas Pass 7


The team takes a knee as coaches attend to an injured Aransas Pass player.

Click here for more game photos at Shutterfly.com

Death and Taxes

Interested in seeing where your federal tax dollars go? Check out Death & Taxes for a fascinating graphical representation of who will get what in the proposed 2007 federal budget. The chart includes the percentage increase or decrease over last year's budget. Condolences to the Small Business Administration (-64%), Mississippi flood control (-30%), and Higher Education (-30%).

S-T ISD Trustees Vote to Consult School Attorney in AG Investigation

A Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees of Skidmore-Tynan ISD was held Monday, September 18, 2006, beginning at 6:00 p.m. in the S-T ISD Board Room.

The specially called meeting addressed a single action item:

• Action to retain school's legal counsel to communicate with the Attorney General's office regarding any and all matters on alleged investigation regarding Skidmore-Tynan ISD's Board members and staff. (Mr. Rick Olivares)

Superintendent Dr. Brett Belmarez repeatedly advised Trustees against using public funds for what he viewed as a private legal matter. After much discussion, a motion to retain the District's attorney was made by board president Rick Olivares and seconded by Daniel Gonzales. The motion passed by a 4-2 vote with Ken Haggard and Keith Petrus dissenting.

The next regular meeting of the S-T ISD Board of Trustees is scheduled at 6:00 p.m., Monday, October 9, 2006.

KRIS-TV Reports on Skidmore Area Crime Spree

Corpus Christi's Channel 6 News picked up on a story originally published by the Beeville Bee Picayune. A rash of burglaries and break-ins over the last few months has plagued Hen House Antiques, Hoot Owl Hollow, Kwik Pantry, Dairy Queen, Chisholm Trail Cafe, and Papa's Market. All are featured prominently in the KRIS-TV report with interviews of Dairy Queen Assistant Manager Ana Torres and Kwik Pantry Manager Susie Moses. The full story with video may be found at KRIS-TV.COM: Skidmore businesses dealing with rash of burglaries

Storms Soak Bee County

Monday morning view of the Aransas River west of Highway 181.

The storm that briefly knocked out power and water to Skidmore residents caused other minor damage around Skidmore. Pavement collapses in several locations were attributed to the recent installation of public sewer lines. 3 1/2 inches of rain fell over the course of Sunday evening and early Monday morning.


A dead tree, possibly struck by lightning, fell on this truck on East Patricio Street.


Residents checking their mail had to maneuver around a large sinkhole near the post office.

Aransas Flood Warning

The National Weather Service has issued a flood warning for the Aransas River at Skidmore. Recent and anticipated heavy rainfall over the area will result in river rises above flood stage over the next few days. All persons with interests along the river should monitor the latest forecasts and be prepared to take necessary precautions to protect life and property. For the latest river stages and forecasts, see the National Weather Service Aransas River Forecast.

Sports Pics - Junior High Football vs Natalia

What a shot! Mr. Robinson titled this one "Fear Factor."

Click here to view more great shots of Thursday's (9/14) Junior High football games versus Natalia courtesy of Rob's Digital Photography.

Lightning Cause of Water Pumping Station Failure

At approximately 9:00 p.m. Sunday evening, the Skidmore-Water Supply Corporation suffered a perfect storm of events leading to the temporary loss of water to Skidmore residents. First reports are that lightning tripped a fuse at 1st and Main Streets leading to a "phase loss" at the pumping station. For reasons yet to be determined the station back-up generator failed to kick in. As of this report, power has been restored to the station and the pumps are being primed to return water service to SWSC members.

Bee County Under Flood Watch

The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch for a portion of South Texas including Bee County from 7:00 p.m. Sunday through Monday morning. An upper level disturbance moving out of Mexico will collide with a cold front to produce widespread showers and thunderstorms across the area.

Hot Website: Lifehacker

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Johnson, Torres Make Caller-Times Best of Season List

Skidmore-Tynan's Jeremy Johnson and Richard Torres are listed on the Corpus Christi Caller-Times High School Football South Texas Bests. The list is comprised of the "top single-game high school performances this season." Johnson made the list for his 55 yard punt return in the Nixon-Smiley game. Torres made the list for a fumble recovery in the same game.

Found Dog: Dachshund

This little guy has been running loose in our neighborhood for the last week or so. He had no collar but looks too clean and healthy to be a stray so we believe someone out there may be looking for him.

Pending location of his original owner, we've been tossing around possible names. The current favorite is "Zoidberg." Other suggestions include: Jack (as in Captain Jack Sparrow), Heath, Barkley, Douuuug, Oscar, Fry, Edgar, Chuy, Guinness, and others too silly to mention.

Skidmore-Tynan 22, Natalia 0

The Skidmore-Tynan Varsity Bobcat football team continues its pre-district winning streak with Friday's 22-0 win over Natalia. Go Cats!

Special S-T ISD Board Meeting Called to Discuss AG Investigation

A Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees of Skidmore-Tynan ISD will be held Monday, September 18, 2006, beginning at 6:00 p.m. in the S-T ISD Board Room.

The specially called meeting will address a single action item: Action to retain school's legal counsel to communicate with the Attorney General's office regarding any and all matters on alleged investigation regarding Skidmore-Tynan ISD's Board members and staff (Mr. Rick Olivares)

The next regular meeting of the S-T ISD Board of Trustees is scheduled at 6:00 p.m., Monday, October 9, 2006.

AG Investigation Hot Topic at September School Board Meeting

A Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees of Skidmore-Tynan ISD was held Monday, September 11, 2006, at 6:00 p.m. in the S-T ISD Board Room.

Mr. Thomas Mengers addressed the board in the "Public Forum" portion of the meeting. Mr. Mengers, referring to a specific agenda item, suggested that consultation with the District's lawyer was inappropriate if that consultation involved Trustee actions taken prior to election, or actions taken outside a legally called board meeting.

There was one action item on the meeting agenda: Action to retain school's legal counsel to communicate with the Attorney General's office regarding any and all matters on alleged investigation regarding Skidmore-Tynan ISD's Board members and staff (Mr. Rick Olivares). This item was tabled after superintendent Dr. Brett Belmarez noted the meeting under investigation was not a board matter as it took place after the regular meeting had adjourned.

Trustees adjourned to closed session for consideration to Approve memo to Dr. Belmarez - failure to follow through (Mr. Olivares). No action was taken on this item.

Trustees approved the hiring of Kathy Rittiman as an Intervention Teacher. Mrs. Rittiman was formerly employed at Taft ISD.

S-T Students Invited to Youth Summit

Submitted by Rusty R. Horn, County Extension Agent - FCS, Texas Cooperative Extension, Bee County.

Sports Pics - Varsity Football vs Nixon-Smiley

Trumpeters Beth Gonzales, Trevor Dragon, and Stephanie Schirmer honor the victims of 9/11 with the playing of "Taps" prior to the September 8th varsity football game versus Nixon-Smiley.

See game photos courtesy of Rob's Digital Photography.

Revision to Sep. 11 Trustee Meeting Agenda

The following action item was added to the meeting agenda earlier today (9/11/06).

Action to retain school's legal counsel to communicate with the Attorney General's office regarding any and all matters on alleged investigation regarding Skidmore-Tynan ISD's Board members and staff (Mr. Rick Olivares)

See earlier post (9/5/06) for further details or read the full agenda at Boardbook.

In Memoriam: Maria Cortinas Rodriguez

Maria Cortinas Rodriguez died September 6, 2006 at age 78. Mrs. Rodriguez was born September 25, 1928 to Pedro and Aurelia Cortinas in Rivera, was raised in Robstown, and later moved to Corpus Christi, Texas.

Mrs. Rodriguez was a Catholic, loved cooking, and enjoyed sharing crafts with family and friends. She was a housewife most of her life and worked as a housekeeper for an apartment complex prior to retirement. Maria is remembered as a very loving wife, mother, and grandmother. “Nana” will be greatly missed by her loving family and friends.

Mrs. Rodriquez was preceded in death by her son Manuel Rodriguez Jr., parents Pedro and Aurelia Cortinas Sr., and a brother Pedro Cortinas Jr. She is survived by her husband Manuel D. Rodriguez Sr.; her children: Yolanda Escobar, David (Mary) Rodriguez, Diana (Mike) Montiel, Dalia (David) Gonzales, Carlos Rodriguez, and Gracie (Ruben) Gomez; 19 grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren; her sisters: Inez (Frank) Vela, Consuelo (Gabriel) Aleman, and Manny Schmidt; brothers: Vicente (Anita) Cortinas, and Jose (Rosa) Cortinas and numerous other relatives.

Mrs. Rodriguez was laid to rest in Memory Gardens Cemetery in Corpus Christi.

Sports Pics - JH and JV Football

The Junior Varsity Bobcats leave the field in triumph after a hard fought 24-20 win over Nixon-Smiley.


Bobcats 7th Graders take down a Nixon-Smiley Running Back.

Click here for more game photos at Shutterfly.com

Sports Pics - Ladycat Volleyball

Click here for some great shots of Friday's volleyball games, courtesy of Rob's Digital Photography.

Sports Pics

Cory Markham shakes off a tackle in Friday's 29-14 Varsity win over Bishop.

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Junior Varsity Running Back Adam Perez evades a Bishop defender.

Oops: Perez was misidentified as "Frank Flores" in this month's newspaper edition of the Signal. Apologies to both players for the mixup.