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The Dalhart Lady Wolves played former district rival Borger at home on Tuesday December 7. Dalhart took an 18-point lead in the first quarter and ended up winning the game by 30 points to extend their win streak to nine straight games.
Lady Wolves basketball
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Athlete of the Week
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Wellington State Bank Male Athlete of the Week is Devin Rutherford
Hilmar Cheese Company donates $250,000 for amphitheater
Photo submitted. Hilmar Cheese Company donated $250,000 for a Dalhart Amphitheatre, which will be built at Rita Blanca Lake. L-r: Dallam County Judge Wes Ritchey, Hartley County Jude Ronnie Gordon, Hilmar CEO/President David Ahlem, Hilmar Dalhart plant manager Luis Mar Silva, Dalhart City Manager James Stroud, and Dalhart Mayor Justin Moore.
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These Dalhart Intermediate students placed in the top six in their re-spective events at the district UIL meet on Friday December 3. Back row l-r: Noelia Lazano, Kloe Hightower, Gisselle Acevado, Krew Hines, Piper Pool, Bentley McKinney, Scarlett Pool and Sophia Osuna. Front Row l-r: Colten McKinney, Ryland Wiley, Jace McCaskey, D.K. Whitfield, Christopher Perez, Lane Martin, Emma Hoffman and Isabella Perez.
Includes Dalhart Intermediate Principal
Misty Heiskell
By Chip ChandlerSPECIAL TO THE DALHART TEXAN
CANYON, Texas — A new cadre of educational leaders will celebrate the earning of the highest degrees in their field Dec. 11 as West Texas A&M University’s first cohort of students in its newest doctoral field graduate.
The first 18 students in WT’s doctoral program in educational leadership will take part in the 10 a.m. Dec. 11 ceremony.
The fully online Ed.D. degree program was launched in 2018, preparing educational leaders for rural schools and those in higher education and educational organizations.
The inaugural cohort includes administrators, instructors and coaches from Amarillo, Pampa,
Dalhart, Canyon, Lubbock, Denver City, Levelland, Dimmitt, Lefors and Guymon, Okla., as well as an administrator in Jacksonville, Fla.
Although the program focuses on rural school leadership, both tracks equip educational leaders with a wide variety of tools to lead in any educational organization, of any size, and in any location, said Dr. Eddie Henderson, dean of WT’s College of Education and Social Sciences.
“This first cohort of Ed.D. candidates significantly advances the University’s vision of attaining recognition as a regional research institution while maintaining the University’s historic
tradition of excellence in teaching and service to the region,” Henderson said. “Our rural-focused doctoral program empowers professionals to positively impact the future of rural communities by promoting excellence through research-based exploration of
current problems and the development of research-based solutions.”
School districts serving fewer than 1,000 students comprise more than 50 percent of the districts in Texas, creating the need for rural school leaders. This need for rural school leaders is similar in many states across the country.
Ultimately, said WT President Walter V. Wendler, the new Ed.D. program furthers WT’s mission of “offering i n t e l l e c t u a l l y
challenging, critically reflective and regionally responsive academic programs,” as laid out in the long-range plan WT 125: From the Panhandle to the World.
That plan is fueled by the historic, $125 million One West comprehensive fundraising campaign.
Students were required to take 60 hours of courses in an interdisciplinary curriculum that emphasized action research, high-impact experiential residency and an endowed scholars program.
“We believe this curriculum encourages our doctoral candidates to be grounded in their communities and to focus on their decision-making skills,” said Dr. Gary Bigham, director of the Ed.D. program, director of superintendent certification and professor of educational leadership. “We want to develop leaders who are responsive to the various cultural, sociopolitical, economic, and emergency management contexts of rural communities and who are equipped to meet the specific challenges in those rural settings.”
WT’s first class of educational doctors to graduate Dec. 11
Dallam County, the City of Dalhart and Hartley County are announcing a collaborative partnership with Hilmar Cheese Company to build a new Dalhart Amphitheatre. The City of Dalhart and both counties have been developing a centralized Lake Recreation Project located in the Rita Blanca Lake Area of Dalhart. The primary focus of the project is to improve the quality of life of the citizens of the City of Dalhart and Hilmar Cheese Company, Inc. is excited to join this effort.
The project includes four Phases:Phase One will irrigate the entire Lake Recreation grounds using
twice treated reclaimed waterPhase Two rehabilitated an existing structure into a Lake Recreation
Center used by many community organizations and is now complete. Phase Three includes the building of a Splash Pad water park and
playground equipment to be completed in spring 2022. Hilmar Cheese Company, Inc. is partnering for Phase Four which
includes building an amphitheater at the Lake Recreation area. The amphitheater will have the ability to show movies, have live theater productions, stage concerts and will be used as an outdoor classroom and auditorium. Hilmar has committed to a total of $250,000 provided at $50,000 each year for the next five years.
Hilmar Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and President David Ahlem and Hilmar’s Dalhart plant manager Luis Mar Silva presented the donation to Dallam County Judge Wes Ritchey, Hartley County Judge Ronnie Gordon, Dalhart City Manager James Stroud, and Dalhart Mayor Justin Moore at a ceremony at the Rita Blanca Coliseum on Tuesday December 7. “At Hilmar Cheese Company our purpose is to improve lives - the lives of our employees, the dairy families who ship
milk to us and families in the communities where we operate.” Ahlem said. “We just celebrated our 14th year processing cheese and whey in Dalhart and are grateful for the tremendous community support and partnership over this time. We are thrilled to partner with the City of Dalhart and Dallam and Hartley Counties to further develop the Lake Recreation area for all to enjoy for years to come.”
Dalhart Intermediate students compete at UIL district meetBy Bill KellyTHE DALHART TEXAN
Students at Dalhart Intermediate School competed at the district UIL Academics meet on Friday December 3. A number of students placed in the top six in their respective events.
In third grade Storytelling, Colten McKinney placed second. In third grade Oral Reading, Kloe
Hightower placed fourth overall.
In fourth grade, D.K. Whitfield won first place in Spelling, and Ryland Wiley placed third and Jace McCaskey placed fifth. In Oral Reading, Noelia Lazano won first place. In Music Memory, Lane Martin placed fifth.
In fifth grade, Isabella Perez placed second in Art Smart. Christopher Perez placed second in Dictionary Skills, and
Gisselle Acevado and Sophia Osuna tied for fifth place. Bentley McKinney placed third in Oral Reading. Emma Hoffman placed third in Reading Writing and also placed sixth in Music Memory, and Piper Pool placed fourth in Music Memory. Krew Hines placed fourth in Listening Skills. Scarlett Pool placed sixth in Reading Writing.
Misty Heiskell, the principal of Dalhart Intermediate School, will receive her doctorate degree in educational lead-ership from West Texas A&M Univer-sity tomorrow, December 11.
Photo submitted.
Friday Dec. 10: High 61, Low 16 Partly Cloudy, Windy
Saturday Dec. 11: High 49, Low 29 Mostly Sunny
Sunday Dec. 12: High 68, Low 28 Sunny
Monday Dec. 13: High 71, Low 39 Mostly Sunny
The Texline Tornadoes and Dalhart Golden Wolves played each other for the second time in two weeks on Tuesday December 7. The game was in Dalhart this time, but while the score was closer, the Tornadoes once again blew past the Wolves for a 93-45 victory.
Texline vs. Dalhart
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9 SouthparkTimeless custom home on a great corner. The garden room and living room have a fireplace and built in storage. There is a wonderful gourmet kitchen with a bak-ing center, double ovens, warming drawer, butcher block counter tops and much more. You must see this kitchen to appreciate it. There are 3 bedroom suites, an office with attached bathroom, a basement with bathroom that would make a media room or additional bedroom. The grand patio is shaded and has a custom water feature.
1216 Tennessee Ave.Inside this gently lived in and well cared for home are 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 2 living rooms, one of the living rooms has a lovely fireplace with built in storage. The eat in kitchen is well organized, has a table height bar, built in corner hutch and a nice space for a table and chairs. The basement is finished and will make a nice media room or game room. The back yard is very private and has a detached garage/shop that is heated with a wood burning stove.
1308 Sandhurst Ave.A nice entry welcomes you. There is a dining area in the kitchen and a nice bar for extra seating or serving. The living room is spacious and filled with natural light. The large brick fireplace provides a nice focal point. Down the hall are 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. This home is priced to sell!
506 Coffee Pl.If you are looking for a home this just may be it. The owners have priced this one to sell. This home has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, central heat and air conditioning, and an attached 2 stall over-sized garage. The front yard has a sprinkler system and several rose bushes. The back yard is fenced. With your personal touches this house will make a comfortable home!
1512 Yucca Dr.This contemporary property has a view of the canyon and grand spaces inside! The main floor has a living room, dining room and kitchen with a grand bar. There is a unique fireplace that can be seen from anywhere on the main floor. There are three large bedrooms and 2 bathrooms upstairs and a loft play room above the bedrooms. Downstairs is a large family room with a wet bar and a half bathroom. The owner’s suite is located downstairs with an unfinished bathroom.
1402 Yucca Dr. View of the canyon outside and great space inside! Three large bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, an office, a cozy loft and an enclosed patio provide comfort through-out this established home. The architectural details demand attention. There is an antique beveled glass window above the kitchen sink, antique brass bed head-boards and footboards compose the railing on the upstairs loft and antique wood corbels in the living room.
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9 SouthparkTimeless custom home on a great corner. The garden room and living room have a fireplace and built in storage. There is a wonderful gourmet kitchen with a bak-ing center, double ovens, warming drawer, butcher block counter tops and much more. You must see this kitchen to appreciate it. There are 3 bedroom suites, an office with attached bathroom, a basement with bathroom that would make a media room or additional bedroom. The grand patio is shaded and has a custom water feature.
1216 Tennessee Ave.Inside this gently lived in and well cared for home are 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 2 living rooms, one of the living rooms has a lovely fireplace with built in storage. The eat in kitchen is well organized, has a table height bar, built in corner hutch and a nice space for a table and chairs. The basement is finished and will make a nice media room or game room. The back yard is very private and has a detached garage/shop that is heated with a wood burning stove.
1308 Sandhurst Ave.A nice entry welcomes you. There is a dining area in the kitchen and a nice bar for extra seating or serving. The living room is spacious and filled with natural light. The large brick fireplace provides a nice focal point. Down the hall are 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. This home is priced to sell!
506 Coffee Pl.If you are looking for a home this just may be it. The owners have priced this one to sell. This home has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, central heat and air conditioning, and an attached 2 stall over-sized garage. The front yard has a sprinkler system and several rose bushes. The back yard is fenced. With your personal touches this house will make a comfortable home!
1512 Yucca Dr.This contemporary property has a view of the canyon and grand spaces inside! The main floor has a living room, dining room and kitchen with a grand bar. There is a unique fireplace that can be seen from anywhere on the main floor. There are three large bedrooms and 2 bathrooms upstairs and a loft play room above the bedrooms. Downstairs is a large family room with a wet bar and a half bathroom. The owner’s suite is located downstairs with an unfinished bathroom.
1402 Yucca Dr. View of the canyon outside and great space inside! Three large bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, an office, a cozy loft and an enclosed patio provide comfort through-out this established home. The architectural details demand attention. There is an antique beveled glass window above the kitchen sink, antique brass bed head-boards and footboards compose the railing on the upstairs loft and antique wood corbels in the living room.
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Dalhart City Council (Update): The Dalhart City Council meets on the second and fourth Monday of each month at 6 p.m. at Dalhart City Hall, which is located at 205 Rock Island Avenue. This is a change from the previous schedule of meetings on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month.
Tour of Homes: Eta Upsilon’s Annual Tour of Homes, sponsored by First State Bank, will take place tomorrow, Saturday December 11 from 1-5 p.m. Tickets are $15 each, and those purchasing tickets are also entered into a drawing for $1,000. There will also be a bake sale at the Dallam-Hartley County Library at 420 Denrock Avenue. Proceeds benefit the library and Karen’s Classroom Habitat.
Pancakes with Santa: The Dalhart High cheerleaders will be hosting “Pancakes with Santa” tomorrow, Saturday December 11 in the high school commons from 8-11:30 a.m. Tickets are $5 each, and the breakfast will include pancakes, sausage, and juice and milk. Santa Claus will be there, and kids will have a chance to have their photo taken with him. Tickets are available from any DHS cheerleader.
Christmas Bazaar: Xi Delta Gamma will host a Christmas Bazaar at the Rita Blanca Coliseum tomorrow, Saturday December 11 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. It will include clothing, jewelry, home décor, food, gift ideas and much more. For more information or to rent booth space, please contact Stacy Batenhorst at (806) 333-4651 or send an email to [email protected].
Texline Blood Drive: Texline High School and Coffee Memorial
Blood Center will be conducting a blood drive at the Texline Community Center on Thursday December 16 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Donors must be at least 17 years of age, although those who are 16 may donate with parental consent. Donors will receive their choice of a free t-shirt, free entry to the Discovery Center in Amarillo, and a free COVID-19 antibody test.
Christmas Eve Service: First Baptist Church invites everyone to join them to celebrate the season of Christ’s birth on Christmas Eve, Friday December 24 at 4 p.m.
Central UMC Wednesday Programs: Central United Methodist Church will be holding programs for children and youth (Pre-K through junior high) each Wednesday from 5:45-7 p.m. They will start on September 8 and run through December 8. A meal will be provided.
Children’s Storytime: The Dallam-Hartley County Library hosts storytime each Wednesday. It is usually at 10:30 a.m., although times do sometimes change so check with the library for more information.
Meals on Wheels:
Meals on Wheels is a non-profit organization that provides meals to community members over 55 years of age, or who are handicapped. Meals are delivered Monday through Friday. Please call the Meals on Wheels office at (806) 244-9284 if you or someone you know is interested in receiving meals. Please leave a message and your phone number is no one is available.
Rita Blanca Lake Center: The Rita Blanca Lake Center is open from 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday through Saturday and is open on Sundays from 1-5 p.m. Guests can check out items such as bicycles, games, fishing poles, tackle, and golf discs by leaving some form of identification, which will be returned when the borrowed item is returned. Ping pong, shuffleboard, horseshoes, corn hole and volleyball are among the games available at the center.
XIT Museum: The XIT Museum is now open Tuesday through Saturday. Those with research requests or donations can contact the museum at (806) 244-5390.
Dalhart Good Samaritan: Dalhart Good Samaritan is open the first
and third Monday of the month for residents over the age of 55 or those who are handicapped needing groceries. Good Samaritan is open to those in the general public needing groceries or clothes on Thursdays from 1-3 p.m. Food is distributed out of the back door. Good Samaritan is open Monday and Thursday from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. They are located at 104 Denrock Avenue.
Hartley County C o m m i s s i o n e r s : The Hartley County Commissioners meet on the second Monday of each month at 8 a.m. at the Hartley County Courthouse in Channing, which is located at 900 Main Street.
Dallam County C o m m i s s i o n e r s : The Dallam County Commissioners meet at 10 a.m. on the second Monday of each month at the Dallam County Courthouse in Dalhart, which is located at 414 Denver Avenue.
Dalhart ISD School Board: The Dalhart ISD Board of Trustees meets on the third Tuesday of each month at 6 p.m. in the board room at the district’s Central Office, which is located at 701 East 10th Street.
Avoid these common student financial aid
mistakes
Many students spend more for college than necessary by making some common mistakes when seeking financial aid. Follow these tips from KHEAA to make sure you get the financial support you need.
Even if you don’t believe you’ll qualify for financial aid, you should still file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, commonly called the FAFSA, each school year. You may find out that you qualify for federal and state student aid programs. Plus, some schools may require the FAFSA for students to be considered for merit-based scholarships.
Another common mistake is waiting until the last minute to apply for financial aid. Some programs have deadlines, while others have limited funds.
Colleges send each
student who has applied for student aid a financial aid package. Students and their families should review these carefully, comparing offers from schools to see which is the best deal. Of course, cost is only a part of the higher-education decision. Students should also consider other factors, such as whether a school offers the academic program they want to pursue or if it meets other expectations they have.
KHEAA is a public, non-profit agency established in 1966 to improve students’ access to college. It provides information about financial aid and financial literacy at no cost to students and parents.
KHEAA also helps colleges manage their student loan default rates and verify information submitted on the FAFSA. For more information about those services, visit www.kheaa.com.
Senior Center Weekly Menu Dec. 13-Dec. 17
Monday Dec. 13-Chicken Pot Pie, Fried Okra, Relish Tray, Brazilian Cheese Roll, Pecan Pie Bar
Tuesday Dec. 14-Beef Stew, Lettuce Salad, Cheese Slices, Oatmeal Roll, Pineapple Cake
Wednesday Dec. 15-Pulled Pork, Potato Salad, Baked Beans, Cornbread, Final Exam Brownies
Thursday Dec. 16-Sour Cream Chicken Enchiladas, Mexican Rice, Lettuce Salad, Chips & Dip, Lime Chiffon Dessert
Friday Dec. 17-Sloppy Joes, Chips, Celery & Pimiento Cheese, Dessert
Financial aid tip for students, December 2021
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ObituariesJuana Guel Flores
Juana Guel Flores, 56 of Dalhart passed away on Saturday, December 4, 2021. Funeral Services are scheduled for 2 o’clock in the afternoon on Friday, December 10, 2021, at Templo Rios de Agua Viva in Dalhart with Rev. Miguel Arpero, officiating. Interment will follow at Northlawn Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 5 o’clock to 7 o’clock in the evening on Thursday at the funeral home in Dumas. Arrangements are under the direction of Beeson ~ Morrison Funeral Directors in Dumas, TX.
Juana was born on November 30, 1965 in Laredo, TX to Luis and
Juana (Lara) Guel. She had been a resident of Dalhart for over 20 years where she was a proud business owner. She was united in marriage to Luis Flores on October 26, 2012 in Dodge City, KS. She had a strong faith, loved attending church, and singing gospel songs. Juana was a very loving wife, mother, and grandmother. Her family cherished her selflessness and her ability to always help someone in need. She will be remembered as a very giving lady and will be forever loved and missed.
She was preceded in death by her parents; brother: Ramiro Guel.
Juana is survived by
her husband, Luis, of the home; sons: Moises Casillas of Kansas City, KS, Adonay Casillas of Kansas City, MO, and Jose Antonio Benitez of Dumas, TX; 5 sisters, 3 brothers; 10 grandchildren.
Tips for managing holiday stress, sadness
AgriLife Extension experts give advice on how to keep the
holidays merrier
By Paul SchattenbergTEXAS AGRILIFE
While the holidays are a time of joy and sharing, they can also be a time of significant physical and mental stress. Managing holiday stress requires setting priorities as well as avoiding or reducing as many stressors as possible, and Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts have some tips to help you manage holiday stress and feelings of sadness.
Winter blues and that ‘SAD’ feeling
Many people begin to feel unhappy around the holidays, and the reasons can range from the weather to personal loss, feeling disconnected from others, financial strain and myriad other reasons, said Miquela Smith, AgriLife Extension health specialist for the Disaster Assessment and Recovery Unit and a Mental Health First Aid instructor. “In some instances, these winter blues can be more serious and affect how a person feels, thinks and handles daily activities,” Smith said. “Usually, holiday blues are temporary feelings of loss, anxiety, tension, frustration or loneliness. But more significant changes in mood or behavior could mean the person is suffering from seasonal affective disorder, or SAD, which is a type of depression.”
Stress, unrealistic expectations or even sentimental memories can be a catalyst for holiday
blues. Other factors can be less sunlight, changes in diet or daily routine, alcohol or the inability to be with friends or family. In addition to the blues, some people may experience anxiety during the holidays.
“Something that can help if you begin to feel overwhelmed during the holidays is recognizing what things are in your control versus what things are not,” Smith said. “This perspective can be valuable during the holidays when we are unable to keep to normal schedules and routines.”
She said an example might be responding to a family member you don’t get along with at a gathering.
“You can’t control what that person does or says, but you can control whether or not you spend time with or engage in conversation with that person,” she said. “Similarly, if a certain event or social gathering is stressful to you for whatever reason, you can make the decision to only stay for a short period of time.”
Smith said some additional tips for managing holiday stress and feelings of sadness include:• Acknowledging to yourself that it’s okay to feel unhappy.• Sticking to familiar or normal routines as much as possible.• Reaching out to others for support and companionship.• Learning to say “no” to holiday activities you don’t have time for or will likely cause stress.• Eating healthy
meals and getting adequate rest.• Avoiding excessive eating and drinking.• I n c o r p o r a t i n g regular physical activity into your daily routine. • Taking the occasional breather to walk or listen to music.
“Some people also reduce stress through mindfulness activities such as meditation or yoga,” Smith said. “Others may get a psychological benefit from doing something to help others during the holidays, such as volunteering to deliver meals. Try to find something to do that will make you feel more relaxed and promote your emotional wellbeing.”
Finally, Smith said, if in spite of your best efforts you are unable to turn those negative feelings around, it may be time to seek professional help.
“If you realize these symptoms have lasted for longer than a few weeks and your self-help tactics don’t seem to be helping, that could be your cue to consult your doctor or a mental health professional,” she said.
“People who already live with a mental health condition should take extra care to tend to their overall health and wellness during the holidays since this time of year can be particularly stressful. As with any health condition, early intervention yields the best outcomes, and it is better to talk to someone sooner rather than later.”
Prioritize and plan ahead
“Holiday stress can come about from interpersonal relationships, financial pressures, time management issues, lack of sleep and a variety of other factors,” said Joyce Cavanagh, AgriLife Extension specialist in the agency’s Family and Community Health unit. “Financial pressure and time restrictions are often the top stressors during the holidays, so be sure to adequately plan your holiday shopping and family time.”
Cavanagh said be sure to budget for gifts you plan to purchase during holiday shopping and, whenever possible, pay using cash or a debit card.
“Be realistic when creating a budget by using real prices, not ballpark figures,” she said. “Don’t forget to include travel, food and entertaining costs into your holiday budget. And jot down what you’ve bought so you don’t lose track of how much you’ve spent.”
Cavanagh also noted a lot of time management-related stress can be alleviated by “padding in” some additional time when scheduling visits or entertaining and by asking others for help with holiday activities.
“Try to avoid
Ron Hein of Dalhart, TX, finished his race here on earth and went to spend eternity with Jesus on 12/2/21. A celebration of Ron’s life will be held on December 20, 2021, at 2:00 PM, at Memorial Park Cemetery in Dalhart, TX.
Ron Hein
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Marie HernandezMarie Hernandez, 41
of Dalhart, passed away on Monday, December 6, 2021. A Funeral Service is scheduled for 2 o’clock in the afternoon on Saturday, December 11, 2021 at New Life Church with Pastor Richard Rodriguez officiating. Interment will follow in Memorial Park Cemetery. Arrangements are entrusted to Horizon Funeral Home.
Marie was born on August 24, 1980 to Joel Sr. and Erminia (Torres) Mendoza in Spearman, TX. She graduated from Dalhart High School in 1998 and attended culinary school in San Antonio, TX. On February 14, 1999 she married the love of her life, Jose Hernandez, in Dalhart. Marie had a passion for baking and pastry decorating, she was a baker by trade and by heart. Marie enjoyed listening to music and cherished every moment spent with her family. Although Marie was a straight shooter and would tell you exactly what was on her mind; she
would also do anything and everything in her power to help anyone in need. While baking she liked to watch Grey’s Anatomy and before bed, she enjoyed watching Bob’s Burgers; occasionally she would throw in an episode of SpongeBob SquarePants. Marie was known by many and will be missed by all.
She is preceded in death by her father: Joel Mendoza Sr.
Marie is survived by her husband: Jose of Dalhart; mother: Erminia Torres Mendoza of Dalhart; mother in law: Paula Hernandez of Dalhart; father in law: Joel Hernandez of Dalhart; brother in law: Joel Hernandez of Dalhart; sister in law: Maria Hernandez of Dalhart; Brother in law: Rafael Hernandez and wife Jennifer of Dalhart; sister in law: Alma Dominguez and husband Pedro of Dalhart; brother is law: Victor and wife Tori of Amarillo; brother in law: Juan Hernandez and wife Loretta of Amarillo; brother in law: Jenaro Hernandez and wife
Haley of Dalhart; siblings: Joel Mendoza Jr and wife Leslie of Dalhart, Gilbert Mendoza of Spearman, Sandra Mendoza Guardiola and husband Jesus of Dalhart, Linda Mendoza Ballew and husband Donnie of Dalhart, Albert Mendoza and wife Tonya of Dalhart; nieces and nephews: Jorge, Alex, Erik, Elexia, Gezi, Hector, Ariana, Noah, Aneli, Anthony, Lizette, Micaela, Logan, Austin, and Liam, Brandt, Steven, Trey, Stephanie, Chase, Shaina, Stetson, Tierra, AJ, BJ, Justin, Alee, Amber, and Nydia.
James “Jim” Russell Gustin, Sr., 83, passed away in Lubbock, Texas on Tuesday, December 7, 2021. Jim will be in state for viewing on Wednesday, December 8, 2021 from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Horizon Funeral Home. A service will be held Thursday, December 9, 2021 at 10:30 a.m. at the Dalhart Church of Christ with Dean Whaley officiating. Burial will follow at Memorial Park Cemetery. Arrangements are entrusted to Horizon Funeral Home.
James “Jim” Russell Gustin, Sr.
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Program attendees benefit from broader
marketing knowledge through intensive,
focused training
By Paul SchattenbergTEXAS AGRILIFE
Ray Schlabs, a Deaf Smith County farmer, knows the decisions he makes for his operation may not all be perfect, but he feels more comfortable making them by applying the knowledge he gained from the Master Marketer program.
“I can say what I have learned in the Master Marketer program has been worth at least $30 to $50 an acre improvement to me,” he said. “And while that doesn’t always mean pure profit, at least it means that in lean years, my losses will be less.”
Schlabs isn’t alone.Since 1996, the
Master Marketer program, developed by the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service and the Department of Agricultural Economics at Texas A&M University, has helped agricultural producers reduce risk and gain more profit from their farm and ranch operations.
Master Marketer events are held annually in different parts of Texas. So far, more than 1,200 participants throughout the state have graduated from the 32 programs provided. The next Master Marketer program is slated for January 2022 in Amarillo.
What is the Master Marketer program?
“The Master Marketer program is designed for agricultural producers and agribusiness leaders experienced in marketing commodities and having some knowledge of futures and options markets,” explained Mark Welch, Ph.D., AgriLife Extension economist, Bryan-College Station. “It provides 64 hours of intensive marketing training focusing on cotton, grains and livestock.”
Welch said since the inception of the program, producers reported a 132% increase in the adoption of a marketing plan. They also reported a 540% increase in the adoption of a written plan by those who indicated they had conceived developing a marketing plan for their operation.
“In the Master Marketer program, attendees are trained in marketing techniques, marketing
plans, technical analysis, futures and options, and other marketing-related skills,” he said. “The program gives them a set of skills that become a marketing ‘toolkit’ they can use to make important business decisions relating to their agricultural business.”
The training includes not only timely outlooks and market information but also fundamental techniques for marketing beyond the current crop or livestock year.
“The overall objective of the program is to help attendees learn how to reduce risk and get more profit from their farm or ranch operation,” he said. “Program participants report increased financial returns to their farming and ranching operations as well as an increased understanding of risk management concepts.”
A post-graduation survey of graduates from the first 27 Master Marketer trainings showed an average increase on returns of about $35,000 annually for their operations.
Attendees receive more than just financial benefits, Welch added.
Impressions from program participants
While he has been to numerous programs over the years, Schlabs, a cotton, grain and silage farmer from Hereford, took the virtual Master Marketer training offered earlier this year.
“I’ve been to several of these programs, and the information I’ve gotten there has helped me gain the self-discipline to do the research necessary to make educated decisions relating to my farm,” Schlabs said. “It taught me how to get a broader view of the grain market and to understand pricing opportunities and how to use futures, options and formal contracts to my advantage.”
He said the program was invaluable in helping him understand and evaluate market technicalities, fundamentals and seasonality, and merge them to make informed decisions for his operation.
“The quality of the instruction and type and amount of knowledge I gained in the program was so good that I recommended it to my son and son-in-law, who are both involved in production agriculture.”
Another supporter of the program is Steve Alsabrook, a cotton and grain farmer from Haskell
who attended Master Marketer trainings in Vernon and Abilene. He said the program has helped show him how to mitigate market risk.
“I learned a lot about options, futures and contracts, and how the market works,” Alsabrook said. “It showed me both the technical and fundamental aspects of the market and how the volatility in the market can affect your decision-making.”
He said although no one can completely predict what will happen in the agricultural commodities markets, the program provided him with the knowledge and tools to make educated market-related decisions with a minimum of risk.
Janet Tregallas, a multigeneration cotton, grain and cattle producer in Booker, has attended four Master Marketer trainings.
“I found the program to be beneficial and have gotten something out of each one I’ve attended,” she said. “The presenters have all been top-notch and are among the best in their field from throughout the entire country.”
Tregallas said she thought the risk-management aspect of the program was especially helpful for her operation.
“I was interested in knowing more about crop insurance and livestock insurance as well as marketing,” she said. “Applying what I’ve learned about marketing and risk-management strategies to my operation has probably added about 10% to my farm’s gross income.”
Tregallas said she has recently sold her share of much of the family business to her son, who attended one of the Master Marketer programs with her.
“I think he got a lot out of it, and I also attended a different Master Marketer program with my daughter-in-law,” she said. “I recommended the program to them, and I’d recommend it to anyone in the farming or ranching business.”
Lindsay Bowers, who with her husband Darrell took the Master Marketing course in El Campo, said the program helped with their agricultural operations in Jackson and Victoria counties, as well as in her work as a grain merchandiser with United Agriculture in El Campo.
“We have diversified operations in which we grow cotton, corn and milo as well as catfish and cattle,” she said. “I’m an advocate for the Master Marketer program because it helped us understand more about marketing, risk and things like futures and options. I think the main thing it did was make these things less intimidating and gave me more confidence in making decisions about our operations.”
Bowers said the program also benefited her as a grain merchandiser.
“The knowledge I acquired in the program not only helped me as a farmer, it also helped me communicate and work with other farmers in helping them merchandise their grains,” she said. “It helped me with my daily interactions with these producers by having a wider and better base of knowledge with which to help them understand their marketing options.”
Bowers also said the manner in which the material was presented is another positive aspect of the program.
“Master Marketer instruction was given in a farmer-friendly way in that it was presented from the farmer’s perspective and in terms a farmer could understand,” she said. “It wasn’t dumbed down in any way, but it simplified a lot of the technical verbiage brokers often use in their presentations, which can be intimidating. It was also presented in a macro versus a micro perspective, and that made it more accessible for us farmers.”
Impressions from a program sponsor
Kody Bessent, CEO of Plains Cotton Growers, which has been a
continuing sponsor for the program through the Texas State Support Committee, said he has spoken to several people who have participated in the Master Marketing program, and it has gotten an overwhelmingly favorable response,
“Marketing conditions fluctuate,” he said. “The program gives producers the opportunity to participate in marketing and risk-management experiences that will allow them to better deal with these changes.”
Bessent said the program also gives participants the ability to learn about marketing tools and strategies they did not have access to or were not offered in the past.
“This ability is especially helpful for those participants who may not have had the ability to attend college,” he said. “It provides intensive college-level risk- and bus iness-management experience without having to take courses focused on productions agriculture. Participants build their capability to make important decisions related to their day-to-day operations in a more aware and confident manner.”
How the Master Marketer program has evolved
The Master Marketer program began in the 1990s in response to the Freedom to Farm initiative, Welch said.
“We recognized there had been a ground shift in the agricultural industry and that farmers and ranchers would need training on how to respond to some pretty significant shifts in market signals and opportunities,” he said.
Welch said in the 25-plus years the program
has been in effect, the changes in agricultural markets have become more and more complex, and decisions must be made taking into account a variety of factors.
“Climate, the economy, vacillations in international trade, market volatility and other factors can cause rapid changes and place farmers and ranchers in some unfamiliar and complicated territory,” he said. “Our idea with the Master Marketer program has always been to provide the knowledge and tools needed to remove the anxiety and emotion normally associated with responding to sudden and complex market changes.”
Welch said because the program has been ongoing for many years, multiple generations have participated.
“It’s good to see the next generation of farmers getting involved in the program,” he said. “They are from diverse backgrounds, and there are more women involved in the program than ever before. The new generation is more tech-savvy and brings a younger perspective to the program. It’s good to see them interested and involved in farming and ranching operations.”
He also noted the program integrates the perspectives of all stakeholders in the marketplace.
“We try to help participants understand the roles of bankers, brokers, suppliers, grain merchants and others and promote communications between all key players as a way of adding value to the process,” Welch said.
Master Marketer program helps farmers, ranchers reduce risk, increase profits
Ray Schlabs, a farmer in Hereford, said what he learned in the Master Marketer program has increased his profitability.
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By Bill KellyTHE DALHART TEXAN
The Dalhart Lady Wolves played former district rival Borger at home on Tuesday December 7. Dalhart took an 18-point lead in the first quarter and ended up winning the game by 30 points to extend their win streak to nine straight games.
The Lady Wolves jumped out to a big lead in the first quarter. Dalhart
had a balanced offense, with six different players scoring during the first. Kennedy Green led the team with eight points. Jadyn Trusler hit a three and scored five points, and Katelyn Lenz and Evelyn Quiroz also put in three-pointers while Avery Baca and Maddy Stady scored as well. Dalhart held Borger to two field goals, and held a 23-5 lead as the first period ended.
The second quarter
was closer, but Dalhart still expanded its lead. Green led the team again with four points, and Lenz and Addison Bowers hit threes while Quiroz and Trusler put points on the scoreboard as well. The Lady Wolves outscored Borger 13-6 during the second period, and at halftime the score was 36-11 in favor of Dalhart.
The third and fourth quarters were both closer, but the Lady Wolves
extended the lead in both periods. Green and Trusler each scored six points during the third quarter, and Lenz and Stady added two points each. The Lady Wolves led 52-24 as the third came to a close.
Dalhart outscored Borger by two points in the fourth quarter. Lenz hit another three and led the team with five points during the stanza. Green added four points, and Trusler put in a three while Quiroz and
Reese Wieck also scored during the final period. Dalhart went on to win the game by 30 points, 67-37.
Eight Dalhart players put points on the scoreboard, with three scoring in double-digits. Green led the team with 22 points, Trusler scored 15, and Lenz added 13 points. Green also led the team with seven rebounds, and Bowers and Trusler each had six rebounds. Stady and Trusler each had three steals, and Lenz and
Bowers had five assists each. Green had five blocks to lead the team.
The Lady Wolves were originally scheduled to play at a tournament in Vernon this weekend, but that has changed and they are playing at a tournament at West Texas High School in Stinnett instead. They played once yesterday, and will play again today and tomorrow. Dalhart will play Vega at home on Tuesday December 14.
Dalhart Lady Wolves blow out Borger
Bill Kelly | Dalhart Texan
Jadyn Trusler is fouled by a Borger player. Kennedy Green lays the ball in for the first two points against Borger.
Reese Wieck shoots a free throw late in the game.
By Bill KellyTHE DALHART TEXAN
The Wellington State Bank Male Athlete of the Week is Devin Rutherford. Rutherford is a junior on the Dalhart Golden Wolves’ basketball team, and this is his first time to be named athlete of the week.
Rutherford has been starting for the Wolves since the start of the season, and plays either point guard or shooting guard depending on who else is on the court. He is usually one of the top two or three scorers on the team, and plays well on defense also.
Rutherford did a very good job for the Wolves last weekend at the Vega Tournament, scoring the most points overall for the team during the three games. He led the team with 13 points in their win over Bovina on December 2, almost outscoring them by himself. Rutherford also had two rebounds, two steals, one assist, and one block.
He scored four points against River Road last Friday, and also had two rebounds. Rutherford scored 10 points against Vega last Saturday. He also had three rebounds and two assists in the game against the Longhorns.
The Wolves have struggled early in the season, but are showing stead improvement, and Rutherford is a big part of that improvement. Dalhart will need Rutherford to continue playing well as they finish the non-district portion of their season and get ready for district action in January.
Honorable Mention:Michael Trujillo: Dalhart basketball.
Trujillo is a senior for the Wolves. He scored five points against Bovina on December 2, and also had five rebounds, four assists, and two steals. Trujillo scored two points against River Road last Friday, and had two rebounds, one assist and one steal. He scored 17 points against Vega last Saturday, and eight rebounds, two assists
and a steal.Grant McGaugh: Dalhart basketball.
McGaugh is a junior for the Wolves. He scored seven points against Bovina at the Vega Tournament, and also had three rebounds and two steals. McGaugh scored eight points against River Road on December 3, and had four rebounds and two assists. He scored three points against Vega on December 4.
Andrew Berngen: Dalhart basketball. Berngen is a junior for the Wolves. He scored six points against Bovina on December 2, and had five rebounds. Berngen scored two points against River Road on December 3, and had four rebounds and an assist. He scored five points against Vega on Saturday December 4.
Ricardo Chaparro: Dalhart basketball. Chaparro is a junior for the Golden Wolves. He scored two points against Bovina on December 2, and had six rebounds and one assist. Chaparro had eight rebounds against River Road last Friday, and had one assist, one steal and one point. He scored three points against Vega last Saturday, and had five rebounds and one assist as well.
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Wellington State BankMale Athlete of the Week
Devin Rutherford
Katelyn Lenz shoots a three-pointer in the first quarter.
Evelyn Quiroz drives for a layup in the fourth quarter.
A Borger player tries to guard Dylan Moore in the first half.
Jadyn Trusler scores two points in the paint against the Lady Bulldogs.
The Lady Wolves talk during a timeout
Maddy Stady hits a free throw in the second half.Bill Kelly | Dalhart Texan
8 • Friday, December 10, 2021 thedalharttexan.comSports/Misc.Tornadoes beat Wolves for second time
Joe Clay jumps for a rebound for the Tornadoes.
By Bill KellyTHE DALHART TEXAN
The Texline Tornadoes and Dalhart Golden Wolves played each other for the second time in two weeks on Tuesday December 7. The game was in Dalhart this time, but while the score was closer, the Tornadoes once again blew past the Wolves for a 93-45 victory.
The Tornadoes jumped out to a huge lead in the first quarter. Will Luther was on fire in the first for Texline, hitting a three and scoring 13 points. Elias Espino put in two three-pointers for six points, and Noel Lozano scored four while Angel Herrera hit a three as well. Michael
Trujillo hit a three and scored five points for the Wolves, and Devin Rutherford scored two points while Alex Chacon hit a free throw. Texline led 26-8 at the end of the first period.
The Tornadoes outscored the Wolves by 21 points in the second quarter to basically seal the win. Luther hit three three-pointers for nine points. Herrera also hit a three and scored eight points, and Lozano added six while Espino put four points on the board and Stratton Potter also hit a three. Andrew Berngen led Dalhart in the second with four points, and Trujillo and Chacon each scored two points while Ricardo Chaparro hit a free throw. At halftime the score was 56-17 in
favor of Texline.Dalhart kept the third quarter closer,
but Texline still extended the lead. Espino put in three three-pointers during the stanza, and Luther hit a three and scored seven points while Lozano added four and Eduard Martinez scored two points. Rutherford hit a three and scored five points. Chaparro added four points, and Trujillo hit a three while Corbin Carnesecca and Ayush Sukha each scored two points. Texline held a 78-33 lead as the third period came to a close.
Texline closed out the game in the fourth quarter. Espino hit one more three and scored seven points, and Potter, Herrera, Joe Clay and Hayden Drumm
scored two points each. Gatlin McGaugh led Dalhart in the final period with four points. Chacon and Chaparro scored three points each, and Trujillo added two points. Texline won the game by a final of 93-45.
Luther led Texline in scoring with 29 points. Espino had 26 points, and Lozano scored 14 while Herrera added 13 points. Trujillo led the Wolves with 12 points, while Chaparro scored eight and Rutherford added seven.
Texline is playing at a tournament at West Texas High in Stinnett this weekend. The Wolves are playing at a tournament at Greenwood High School in Midland.
Bill Kelly | Dalhart Texan
Eduard Martinez and Elias Espino guard Mi-chael Trujillo.
Alex Chacon shoots a free throw against Tex-line.
Corbin Carnesecca scores two points on a layup in the third quar-ter.
Noel Lozano goes up for a layup in the second quarter
Angel Herrera drives for a layup on a fast break.
Will Luther shoots a three-pointer in the second quarter.
Elias Espino shoots a free throw after a techni-cal.
The Wolves regroup during a timeout.
9 • Friday, December 10, 2021 thedalharttexan.comMiscellaneousSTRESS continued from page 3
Tasting, educational event at winery a
unique holiday idea
By Susan HimesTEXAS AGRILIFE
What do you give the adult who already has everything for the holidays? A Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service expert suggests the gift of a unique experience this holiday season – a ticket to the Vine to Bottle event on Dec. 17.
At the event, participants will experience and learn more about wine tastings and pairings, receive updates about the wine and grape industry and get tips for creating custom holiday charcuterie boards.
The cost is $25 per person, and the event will be held from 6:30-9 p.m. at the 501 Winery, 109 Avenue E N.W., Childress. Registration is by mail and limited to the first 50 registrants. Make checks payable to Hardeman AgriLife and mail to P.O. Box 179, Quanah, TX 79252-0179.
For questions or additional information on registering, please contact the AgriLife Extension office of Hardeman County at 940-663-6301.
Texas wines with top viticulturists
“Vine to Bottle is a multi-county holiday program hosted by Childress and Hardman counties, designed to
showcase the Texas wine and grape Industry, as well as covering the food safety and nutritional side of charcuterie boards,” said Kelli Lehman, AgriLife Extension agent for Hardeman County.
The event will feature speakers Pierre Helwi, Ph.D., AgriLife Extension viticulturist for West Texas, and Daniel Hillin, AgriLife Extension viticulturist for the High Plains and West Texas
“We are really excited to have these top industry viticulturists presenting,” Lehman said. “We are also excited to provide this fun and unique educational opportunity to learn more about the Texas wine industry.”
Vine to Bottle event set Dec. 17 in Childress
multiple visits and build in extra time to provide flexibility and accommodate any unforeseen circumstances,” she said. “Prioritize what’s really important to you and your family, then plan your holiday activities accordingly.”
Manage your eating — and expectations
Jenna Anding, Ph.D., RDN, an AgriLife Extension specialist the Texas A&M’s Department of Nutrition, said holiday stress can lead to overeating.
“For some individuals, overeating is a challenge to individual wellness during this time of year, especially if food is used as a means of responding to stress,” Anding said. “Be mindful of what and when you eat. And when given the opportunity, choose foods that are lower
in saturated fats, salt and added sugars.” AgriLife Extension also has tips on
how to alter traditional holiday recipes to make them healthier.
Angela McCorkle, another AgriLife Extension specialist with the agency’s Family and Community Health unit, said it is important to keep expectations realistic during the holidays.
“Basing expectations or experiences on what we see on social media or in the lives of others can cause stress,” McCorkle said. “We can cause ourselves undue pressure to create share-worthy memories rather than enjoying the time with loved ones.”
She said it is important to focus on the positive experiences associated with the holidays and not be concerned with what other people are doing and what you might be missing.
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get out of me? Was it done according to his will? Or did we add something he did not authorize? Was it offered from the heart, not only with zeal, but according to knowledge (Rom. 10:1-2)? Was it reverential? Did I come before him with proper humility? If what we offer as worship glorifies and honors the true object of our devotions, then we ought to be satisfied with it and it won’t matter whether or not it impressed others. God’s ways and thoughts are not ours (Isa. 55:8-9). Let’s stop trying to entertain ourselves and impress others. It is just not about us anyhow! Adopted - Connie Adams, Truth Mag.
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Being part of the inaugural cohort was “an honor,” said Linda Castañeda Aranda, an educational diagnostician for Amarillo Independent School District.
“Our professors have poured their hearts and souls not only into the program but into the (doctoral) candidates,” Aranda said. “It has not been an easy ride. It’s very rigorous and demanding. But it has given us hope for bigger and better things to come.”
Rather than the traditional dissertation, scholarly research throughout the three-year program results in an extensive literature review and two articles that are publication-ready.
Students examined such topics as academic success in schools of poverty, rural principals’ ethical decision-making in student-athlete discipline, leadership practices to engage Latino parents, trust factors between principals and teachers, educational inequality and Covid-19, and more.
The rigor of the program, and its requisite time commitment on top of other professional obligations, made it both challenging
and rewarding, said Mike Dominguez, superintendent of schools at Stratford Independent School District.
“This program has honed my craft. Education impacts everybody. … It’s important for me to be a lifelong learner, and I have to set the tone for my community,” Dominguez said. “When I was a student, there weren’t many people who looked like me at all. There weren’t many people who looked like me in the education profession.”
The first Ed.D. cohort also includes, in addition to Aranda and Dominguez:
Misty Heiskell, Dalhart Independent School District principal;
Gabriela Arriazola-Rivera, Amarillo Independent School District assistant principal;
Amy Clifton, WT College of Education and Social Sciences data specialist;
Bethany Davis, Pampa Independent School District assistant principal;
Matthew K. Driver, Canyon Independent School District teacher;
Jerry S. Findley, South Plains College dean
of health sciences;Tiffany Longoria,
Denver City Independent School District assistant principal;
Felix Isaac Martinez, Levelland Independent School District middle school teacher and coach;
Byron May, Pampa Independent School District principal;
Teresa Mora, former director of Hispanic Student Services and Upward Bound at Oklahoma Panhandle State University;
Angelica Garcia Okamoto, Dimmitt Independent School District director of student services;
Kelley Porter, Lefors Independent School District superintendent;
Liz Marie Rascón-Alaniz, Wesley Community Center executive director;
Justin Richardson, chief learning officer of lead4ward in Canyon;
Eric Sosa, WT Business Office post-award manager of sponsored research; and
Zeina Spaulding, executive director of professional development for the Duval County Public Schools in Jacksonville, Fla.
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By Ray VigilSOCIAL SECURITY PUBLIC AFFAIRS SPECIALIST IN EL PASO, TEXAS
Approximately 70 million Americans will see a 5.9% increase in their Social Security benefits and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) payments in 2022. Federal benefit rates increase when the cost-of-living rises, as measured by the Department of Labor’s Consumer Price Index (CPI-W).
The CPI-W rises when inflation increases, leading to a higher cost-of-living. This change means prices
for goods and services, on average, are a little more expensive, so the cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) helps to offset these costs.
We will mail COLA notices throughout the month of December to retirement, survivors, and disability beneficiaries, SSI recipients, and representative payees. But, if you want to know your new benefit amount sooner, you can securely obtain your Social Security COLA notice online using the Message Center in your my Social Security account at www.ssa.gov/myaccount. You can access this information in
early December prior to
the mailed notice. If you prefer to access
your COLA notice online and not receive the mailed notice, you can log in to your personal my Social Security account at www.ssa.gov/myaccount to opt out of a mailed COLA notice and any other notices that are available online by updating your Preferences in the Message Center. Did you know you can receive a text or email alert when there is a new message waiting for you? That way, you always know when we have something important for you – like your COLA notice. If you don’t have an account yet, you must create one by November 17, 2021, to receive the 2022 COLA notice online.
January 2022 marks other changes that will happen based on the increase in the national average wage index. For example, the maximum amount of earnings subject to Social Security payroll tax in 2022 will be higher. The retirement earnings test exempt amount will also change in 2022 and you can view that at www.ssa.gov/news/press/factsheets/colafacts2022.pdf.
Be among the first to know. Sign up for or log in to your personal my Social Security account today. Choose email or text under “Message Center Preferences” to receive courtesy notifications.
You can find more information about the 2022 COLA at www.ssa.gov/cola.
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10 • Friday, December 10, 2021 thedalharttexan.comEntertainment
Answer to December 7 Sudoku
Answer to December 7 Crossword
Weekly RecipeCelebrate a popular
chocolate dessert
Sudoku
It is hard to determine who created the brownie, but dessert devotees no doubt appreciation that individual’s now beloved creation. Brownies are one of North
America’s favorite baked treats. They actually are classified as a bar cookie rather than a cake, and the dessert earned its name from the deep, brown color of its main ingredient.There have been many
variations on the brownie through the years, and the lively debate whether crunchy end pieces or chewy middle slices are preferred continues. There may be less debate about how flavorful it can be to mix cheesecake with brownies, which is just what happens in this recipe for “Marbled Chocolate Cheesecake Brownies” from “Chocolate” (Love Food), by the editors of Parragon Books, Ltd.
Marled Chocolate Cheesecake Brownies
Makes 12
3⁄4 cup unsalted butter, plus extra for greasing3 tablespoons
unsweetened cocoa1 cup superfine sugar2 eggs, beaten1 cup all-purpose
flour
Cheesecake mix1 cup ricotta cheese3 tablespoons
superfine sugar1 egg beaten
Preheat the oven to 350 F. Grease an 11 x 7-inch cake pan and line with parchment paper.Melt the butter in a
medium saucepan, remove from the heat, and stir in the unsweetened cocoa and the sugar. Beat in the eggs, then add the flour, and stir to mix evenly. Pour into the prepared pan.For the cheesecake mix,
beat together the ricotta, sugar and egg, then drop teaspoonfuls of the mixture over the chocolate mixture. Use a metal spatula to swirl the two mixtures tightly together.Bake for 40 to 45 minutes,
until just firm to the touch. Cool in the pan, then cut into bars or squares.
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Dalhart Federal Savings & Loan held a Christmas Open House on Friday December 3.
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Local letters to Santa Claus will be in the December 21, 2021 edition.
Wellington State Bank held a Christmas Open House on Wednesday December 1.