The Friona Economic Development Corporation has announced that Sunday, May 18th is Youth Fishing Day. The event will be conducted by the Texas Junior Anglers, Inc. and will take place from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Reeve Lake just south of the Friona Community Center.
No pre-registration is required and the event is FREE to participants 16 years of age and under. A registration form must be completed and turned in at the event site. A waiver of responsibility must also be signed by a parent or legal guardian. Catch and release of fish is encouraged and all state, federal, and local game and fish laws apply and must be observed by all participants. You may bring your own equipment or TJA will provide all the necessary equipment for you.
The pond will be stocked with adult sized channel catfish giving participants an excellent opportunity to land the BIG one. Age categories 6 years and under, 7-11, and 12-16 will be awarded trophies and prizes for 1st and 2nd longest fish. Randomly drawn prizes will also be awarded at the conclusion of the event. Prizes will consist of sporting goods and fishing equipment. Souvenir trophies will also be available and proceeds will benefit TJA and also help support this FREE event.
The FEDC is the title sponsor for the Youth Fishing Day and other event sponsors include The Sportsmen’s Club of Fort Worth, Texas Parks & Wildlife, Plfueger, Academy Sports & Outdoors, Shakespeare USA, and Moritz Chevrolet.
The Texas Junior Anglers (TJA) is a non-profit outreach program designed to educate young Texans regarding aquatic stewardship and conservation of our natural resources. The goal of TJA is to unite the community as well as the family in an activity that is educational and fun.
The FHS Senior Banquet Tour continued last week with a stop at Templo Bautista.
FHS Senior Parade — A parade featuring the FHS Class of 2025 will take place on Friday, May 16th starting at 7:00 p.m. on Main Street. FHS Seniors will ride in the vehicle of their choice and will receive recognition, awards, and scholarships as they head south on Main.
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FHS Graduation — The Friona High School Graduation Ceremony is scheduled for 8:00 p.m. on Friday, May 23rd at Chieftain Field. In case of bad weather, the event will move to the FHS gym.
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Cemetery Cleanup Workday — The Friona Cemetery Association announced that the annual cleanup workday is Thursday, May 22nd starting at 5:00 p.m. that afternoon. Please remove any flowers or decorations that you wish to keep before this date. Faded and old decorations will be discarded. The event is open to the public and volunteers are welcome. Light refreshments will be available at the cemetery chapel. See you there!
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Wash & Dry — Friona’s newest business, Vaquero Laundromat, is expected to open soon. One of the owners, Chelse Wiford, said that tentative plans are to have a “soft opening” by Thursday or Friday (May 15-16). The new laundromat is located in the original East Allsup’s building.
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VBS News 1 — The Friona Methodist Church Vacation Bible School is set for May 27-30 from 5-8 p.m. each day. The theme is “Road Trip - On the go With God” and is open to kids from K-6th grade. Visit frionamethodist.mycokesburyvbs.com to register.
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VBS News 2 — The First Baptist Church Vacation Bible School is June 1-5 from 1-4 p.m. each day. The theme is “Wonder Junction - Marvel at Jesus, Live for His Glory” and is open to kids who have completed K-5th grades. Visit FBCFriona.com to register.
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National Days
May 15 — Chocolate Chip Day
May 16 — Love A Tree Day
May 17 — Armed Forces Day
May 18 — Visit Relatives Day
May 19 — Devil’s Food Cake Day
May 20 — Rescue Dog Day
May 21 — Juice Slush Day
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In Parmer County: $40 per year
Out of Parmer County: $50 per year
eStar (emailed): $30 per year
Call 806-250-5200 for more information
Mayor Lewellen also read a proclamation highlighting National Police and Public Safety Telecommunicators Week and introduced city law enforcement personnel.
City of Friona Police Department — (l-r) Dispatcher Juanita Carrasco, Officer Fernando Saldierna, Dispatcher Rebekah White, Dispatch Supervisor Desiree Rangel, Officer Leo Belmonte, Chief Isidro Jimenez, Mayor Greg Lewellen, Lieutenant Andrew Aguirre, Officer Alex Licerio, Officer Jose Guevara, and Dispatcher Javier Ramos.
Service Award Recipients — (l-r) Charles Cooper, Andrew Borchers, Josue Ojeda, Gary Stowers, Terry Sharrock, Hadley White, Fire Chief Danny Campbell, and Mayor Lewellen. Not in photo were Stephen Campbell, Jesus Guevarra, Wade Schueler, Tyler Shields, and Ezra Stephens.
