Medical Fund Established At FNB for Dynell Moore
Shawn and Dynell Moore, children of Johnny and Brenda Vera and Terry Moore of Spearman, have recently relocated their family to the Dallas-Fort Worth area. In March, Dynell was diagnosed with stomach cancer. She will be receiving treatments at MD Anderson in Houston and Baylor Medical Center in Fort Worth. After the birth of their second child, three tumors were discovered, two of which contained malignant cells. The tumors were safely removed at Mary Washington Hospital in Fredericksburg, VA. At which time, Dynell began oral oncology treatment to keep the cancer from spreading. The Moore’s made the decision after consulting with their physician to continue an aggressive treatment program at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston as well as their sister facility in Fort Worth. There has been a Medical Fund established for the Moore family at First National Bank in Spearman to aid in treatment expenses. The Moore’s feel extremely blessed with the early diagnoses of Dynell’s condition and the support they have received from family and friends.
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Bouquet Designs
Hansford County Library is selling raffle tickets for hand-painted tables, painted by Linda Combs. First place is a full-sized dining room table with a leaf. Second place is a side table or occasional table. Tickets are $5 per ticket or 5 tickets for $20. These tables are truly beautiful. All proceeds will benefit the library to help make up for lost Thrift Shop income. Tickets will be sold through Monday, November 14, 2011.
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Spearman Food Bank 1st Thursday
If you would like to help the Spearman Food Bank, they need help unloading the truck at 11:30 each 1st Thursday of each month. Contact Cecil Biggers for more information.
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Hansford Co. Library Thrift Shop Accepting Donations
The Hansford County Library Thrift Shop, now known as Alley Katz, is accepting donations of quality items. You may ask for the key to the Thrift Shop at the library desk during regular operating hours (9:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday-Friday). Alley Katz is open from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. each Wednesday.
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Spearman Boys Basketball Fundraiser
The Spearman Boys Basketball team is selling Coffee Mugs and Coasters as a fund raiser. Forms are available at the high school and junior high offices, and may be returned there as well. This sale will end Nov. 30th! Purchase your Lynx and Lynxette Coffee Mug and Coasters Today! Great Christmas Gifts! Contact Coach White at the High School if you have any questions. Coffee Mug $9, Travel Mug $10, Coasters (4 per set) $12, Trivet $8.
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Winter Landfill Hours
Due to a shortage of employees, the City of Spearman has decided to implement the winter hours at the landfill 2 weeks early. Normally it would not change until daylight savings time changes, but they implemented the winter hours beginning Tuesday, October 25, 2011. Winter Hours are: Tues-Sat, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Closed on Monday and Sun day. They will also begin the one garbage pickup. If you have any questions, please contact Spearman City Hall at 806-659-2524.
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Veteran’s Day Program
A donation box has been set up at Prairie Motors for Care Packages for the Troops. Items needed include blank dvd’s, journals to write messages of support, holiday greetings, stickers and pictures - especially from kids. We will be recording a video to dub on dvd so we can copy them to distribute. Donations are also needed to help send the packages. Go to AmericaSupportsYouTexas.org for more information.
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Overton Pesticide Applicator Trainings set 11/29 & 12/6
Pesticide applicators can earn 5.5 continuing education units toward the renewal of their licenses at trainings held on Nov. 29 and Dec. 6 at the Texas AgriLife Research and Extension Center at Overton. Both training sessions will begin with registration from 7:30-8:30 a.m. at the Overton center’s classroom. The presentations will begin at 8:30 a.m. and end at about 2:15 p.m., with an hour break for lunch at noon. By state rules, participants may attend both the Nov. 29 and Dec. 6 sessions and earn 11 continuing education units, Higginbotham said. Three of the units will be in the general category, one in laws and regulations, and 1.5 in integrated pest management. Registration for either training will be $30 per person and includes lunch and refreshments. Registration will be at the door only. To reduce costs to participants, no credit-card payments or telephone registrations will be taken, Higginbotham said. Payments may be made either by check, money order or cash. To receive continuing education units, participants will need to present either their driver’s license or a copy of their applicator’s license at registration. The Overton center is located 1 mile north of downtown Overton on Hwy. 3053.
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FUMC Chancel Choir’s Community Thanksgiving Dinner
First United Methodist Church Chancel Choir will be serving The Community Thanksgiving Dinner on Thursday November 17, 2011 from 11:30 - 1:00 PM at the First United Methodist Church, 407 S. Haney, Spearman. Tickets are $8 (under 6 yrs free). Tickets can be purchased from any choir member, the church office or at the door. For carryouts: call 659-5504 before 10 AM. Pick up carryouts at the glass double doors on West side of church. They will be serving turkey, dressing, all trimmings and a variety of wonderful desserts!!
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Gruver Elementary Register Tapes for Education
Gruver Elementary is participating in the Lowe’s Supermarket Register for Tapes for Education. Please help us earn free education material and equipment by collecting register tapes from Lowe’s. You can deposit your register tapes in the boxes at the Elementary School Lobby, or the south entrance, Gruver City Library, City Hall, Gruver Library, Night & Day Beauty Salon and Shear Style Salon. Call Jo at 733-2247 for pickup of tapes or for more information.
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Texas SNAP Benefits Assistance
Need help applying for SNAP benefits? We can help! High Plains Food Bank is providing application assistance for Texas SNAP benefits (Food Stamps) in your area. Telephone application assistance is available. If you need to apply for benefits, please call us today at 806374-8562 or 1-800-774-8564.
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OPSU Baseball Clinic
Oklahoma Panhandle State University is hosting a six week baseball camp starting on December 4. Oklahoma Panhandle State head coach Steve Appel will direct the program in conjunction with U.S. Baseball Academy. Classes are available for players in grades 1-12 and are limited to six players per coach.Sessions are offered in advanced hitting, pitching, catching, fielding and baserunning at a cost as low as $99 for six weeks. Space is limited. Registration is now under way. For more information, visit www.USBaseballAcademy.com, or call toll-free 866-622-4487.
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Don't Text and Drive Decals
If you would like to purchase a lime green ‘AMT 1994-2009 Don't Text and Drive’ window decal in memory of Ali Tyler, please contact Stephannie Tyler at 806-736-0019. All proceeds go to the Ali Tyler Memorial Scholarship Fund. Decals are also available at Hansford County Floral Company on Main Street in Spearman.
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Help Available for Breast Cancer Survivors
Any woman who has had breast cancer surgery and cannot afford undergarments and prosthetics can get help from the American Cancer Society through a grant from Susan G. Komen for the Cure®. The Amarillo Area Breast Prosthesis and Lymphedema Accessory Program will provide financial help to women in need of breast forms or prostheses, mastectomy bras and accessories to help with lymphedema, which is swelling of the arm caused by a build-up of lymph fluid. For more information, call the American Cancer Society office in Amarillo at (806) 353-4307 or 1-877-227-2345.
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Friendship Quilter Quilt Guild
The Friendship Quilter Quilt Guild of Perryton, Texas would like to invite you to their meetings. The Day Guild meets the 2nd Wednesdays of each month at 9 a.m. in the Community Worship Center, 2210 SW 15th, Perryton. The Night Guild meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. in the Community Worship Center, 2210 SW 15th, Perryton. Annual dues are $15. (To receive only the newsletter $7.50/yr.) Visitors are welcome. For more information, contact Cynthia Shattles at 806-435-2765 or Marilyn Robins at 806-624-2691.
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Take Off Pounds Sensibly
Take Off Pounds Sensibly meets on Tuesday mornings at 8:30 a.m. at the First Christian Church in Gruver. For more information, contact Marilyn Been at 806-733-2087.
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Fire Department Donations
Persons wishing to make donations to the Fire Departments in Hansford County may do so at the following addresses: Spearman Fire Dept., Box 37, Spearman TX 79081; Gruver Fire Dept., Box 947, Gruver TX 79040 or Morse Fire Dept., Box 28, Morse TX 79062.
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SPWA Seeks Volunteers
The Southwest Pioneer Windmill Association is seeking the next generation of volunteers to continue the work of restoring and maintaining the windmills of the SPWA. If you have an interest in windmills and their upkeep, and/or maintenance of the park, you are needed. For information, call Dwayne Mitchell, 270-0291 or Don Reed 330-0745.
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Timeless Treasures Quilt Guild
The Timeless Treasures Quilt Guild of Guymon, Oklahoma meets four times a year -- the last Saturday in the months of January, April, July and October. Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. in the First Christian Church Disciple Center located at 9th & Quinn streets. The meeting starts at 10 a.m. Members bring a carry-in luncheon, which is served at noon. The afternoon program begins at 1 p.m. Programs include trunk shows, demonstrations, workshops, door prizes and much more.
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O'Loughlin Center Hours
The O'Loughlin Center is open for the following hours: Monday-Thursday, 6:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.; Friday, 6:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.; and Saturday, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. (noon). For more information, contact The O'Loughlin Center, 502 S. Brandt, PO Box 733, Spearman TX 79081. (806-659-3030)
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Perryton Parkinson’s Disease Support Group
The Perryton Parkinson’s Disease Support Group meets the 2nd Friday of each month at 12 noon in the Perryton Mennonite Church, 2821 S. Ash. The next meeting will be October 9th. Anyone interested is invited to attend.
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Take Off Pounds Sensibly Meets
Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) meets on Tuesday morning at 8:30 a.m. at the First Christian Church in Gruver. Anyone interested is invited. Call Marilyn Been at 806-733-2087.
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Child Find
Your school district is looking for children ages 3-21 years who may be slow in developing communication skills, social interactions, walking skills and/or have major physical disabilities. We want to give your child the chance to receive the extra help he/she needs, if the disability interferes with his/her education. Please call your elementary campus to get more information or call Perryton SSA, 435-4412.
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Beware of FAFSA Web Scam
Seniors, senior parents, and parents of college students should use the web site www.fafsa.ed.gov when filling out their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online. There is currently a website that has found an interesting way to get in the college-bound’s pocket. Known as fafsa.com, the website charges a fee for submitting the application. There is no fee for submitting the form on the www.fafsa.ed.gov site.
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Region 16 ESC offers Free GED Preparation Software
Region 16 ESC is offering free GED preparation software for students interested in obtaining a GED. You will also have access to a free online GED prep program through the public library. If you are interested in finding out more information about these services, please contact: Cindy Blackman at 659-3233, Maria Carbajal or Margaret Ruttman at 659-2231 or stop by the Hansford County Library.
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Panhandle Crisis Center Outreach Office
Panhandle Crisis Center (PCC) has an Outreach Office and Resale Store at 306 Hancock, in Spearman. In case of emergencies, please continue to call the hotline, 1-800-753-5308. To schedule an appointment with a worker in Hansford County, please call 659-3391 to leave a message, or call the hotline number above. Panhandle Crisis Center serves victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. Please call for more information. Hours for the Spearman Resale Store are: Mon., Tues., Thurs. & Fri., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
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Spearhead AA Group
The Spearhead AA Group meets every Tuesday at 8 p.m. in the Pittman-Shieldknight building. Alcoholics Anonymous® is a fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. There are no dues or fees for AA membership; we are self-supporting through our own contributions. AA is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organization or institution; does not wish to engage in any controversy, neither endorses nor opposes any causes. Our primary purpose is to stay sober and help other alcoholics to achieve sobriety. For more information, call 662-1111.
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You’re Never Alone - Narcotics Anonymous Group
Each year individuals struggling with drug and alcohol addiction make the resolution to quit using drugs. For many of them it is a resolution that they cannot keep. Narcotics Anonymous can help. Open meetings are held on Monday and Thursday nights from 8-9 p.m. at the First Christian Church (29 S Bernice, Spearman) for the “You’re Never Alone” group of Narcotics Anonymous. Anyone interested is invited to attend. Drug addiction can leave an individual feeling helpless and out of control - we can help.
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Don't Wait to Find Help for Someone Who is Addicted
Trying to help someone who’s having a problem with drugs or alcohol? Substance abuse all too often leads to accidents, arrest, illness, financial hardship and even homelessness and death. Don’t wait to find help for someone you love. Call Narconon Arrowhead drug rehabilitation and education center for a free addiction consultation or referral to treatment in your area. Call 1-800-468-6933 or visit www.stopaddiction.com.
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Panhandle Crisis Center in Need of Volunteers
The Panhandle Crisis Center is in great need for Volunteers to operate our Spearman Resale Store on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. The hours would be from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. If you are willing and able to help with a program that benefits Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault victims in your community, please call 806-435-5008.
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