ELECTION CALENDAR & NEWS!
Thursday, April 4th is the last day you can register to vote to be eligible to vote in the May 4th Election.
Juaves, Abril 4 sera el ultimo dia para registrarse para poder votar en la Eleccion de el 4 de Mayo.
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Ogallala Quilt Festival will be on April 5th -6th at Dimmitt, Tx. High School Activity Center. Admission will be $5.00, and it will cover both days and all locations. There will be a special quilt of Valor Exhibit, free demonstrations, as well as classes and vendors. The Festival catalog is online at ogallalaquilters.org
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The Friona High School Senior Banquet Schedule:
Monday, April 1st at St. Teresa’s Catholic Church starting at 6:30 p.m.
Monday, April 8th at Victory Family Worship Center starting at 6:00 p.m.
Monday, April 15th at First Baptist Church starting at 6:00 p.m.
Monday, April 22nd at Friona United Methodist Church starting at 6:00 p.m.
Monday, April 29th at Sixth Street Church of Christ starting at 6:00 p.m.
Call Friona Star at 250-2211 for changes/corrections!
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Steer Tags for 2019 are due to your Ag Agent or FFA teacher no later than April 15, 2019. The price per tag is $17.00 each. If you are new to our county or your child will be in the third grade, they can show animals for 4-H or FFA.
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The Friends of the Library Book Shoppe is located at 119 West 6th Street in Friona. Good quality used books are offered for one dollar a bag. The shop is open Wednesday afternoons from 3:00 to 5:30 p.m., October through May. Summer hours are Thursday mornings from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, June through September. All proceeds benefit Friends of the Library projects such as free ESL classes, summer reading programs, veterans’ breakfast, scholarships and more.
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Senior Steak Dinner tickets are now available from any senior. The proceeds will fund the Alcohol/Drug Free Graduation Celebration. The event will be on Sunday, April 14 from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. –at the Junior High Cafeteria. The cost of the tickets will be $15.00 in advance, and $16.00 at the door.
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If you are looking for a customized Tumbler contact Cristina Aguilar via Facebook at GlitzyCupsByCristina. I just had my very own Tumbler made, and it is exactly what I was expecting!
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Kristyn Harris and Gary Roller will be performing at the Kwahadi Museum of the American Indian at 9151 I-40 E, Amarillo, TX. Dinner with Kristyn will begin at 6:00 p.m. They will be serving Cowboy Chicken Fried Steak, and the performance will begin at 7 p.m. Friday, March 29. Reservations Required are: Front Section: $25, General Admission: $20 Dinner: $20. For more information, call the Museum Gift Shop at 806-335-3175.
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The family vacation...remember what it was like? It gave us all hilarious memories that we treasure. Fedora Theatrix spring production of “Leaving Iowa” captures those moments when we were all trapped in a car on a quest to relax and have fun. Bring the whole family out to see this hilarious comedy that everyone can relate to! Performance is at Bovina Church of Christ, Friday April 5, 7:30 p.m. TX time and Saturday April 6, 3:00 p.m. TX time. Free admission. Donations welcome. A portion of all donations goes to The Wounded Warrior Project and the Bovina Christian Benevolence Fund.
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Martha’s Home is holding its eleventh annual Second Chance Prom. The public is invited to join the Martha’s Home Staff, Residents, and Board for a lavishing evening on Saturday, April 13th, 2019 from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm at the Embassy Suites Ballroom in downtown Amarillo. Guests will dine like Sultans, be memorized like charmed snakes, and be whisked away on a magic carpet ride. Who needs the lamp? The Second Chance Prom Team Genies will ensure an evening of thrill and intrigue, of opulence and luxury, and memories to last a lifetime at your Second Chance Prom. Whether you had an amazing time at your first prom, or a lousy time, this is the chance to experience Prom again with the one you love now or a group of fun friends! Individual tickets for $45 each or $85 per couple (a $5 savings) are on sale now at MarthasHome.org.
All proceeds will benefit Martha’s Home who provides shelter, support, assistance, and second chances to homeless women and mothers with children. Don’t miss this opportunity for you to experience a second chance at prom, while helping to provide a second chance at life for the ladies at Martha’s Home. Questions regarding the Second Chance Prom can be directed to Sarah Silva, Director of Development & Public Relations at Martha’s Home, at 806-443-5577 or by emailing Sarah@MarthasHome.org.
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On March 28, the Jr. High Track will be competing at Dimmitt!
On March 28, the JV/V Tennis Team will be having a Tournament at Levelland.
On March 29, the High School Track Meet will be competing at Dimmitt.
On March 30, the Chieftain Baseball will be competing against Tulia at the Tulia Baseball Stadium.
On April 1, the Boys and Girls Golf Team will be competing at Ross Rogers (2nd Round).
On April 1, the Senior Banquet at the Catholic Church starting at 6 p.m.
On April 2, JH District Track Meet will be competing at Dimmitt.
On April 2, the Chieftain Baseball will be playing at Muleshoe.
On April 2, the Jr. High District Track Meet will be competing at Dimmitt.
On April 3, Area OAP at Lubbock Estacado.
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National Days for the week of March 28 through April 3! March 28: National Something on a Stick Day and National Black Forest Cake Day. March 29: National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day, National Lemon Chiffon Cake Day, and National Vietnam War Veterans Day. March 30: National Take a Walk in the Park Day, National I Am in Control Day, and National Doctors Day. March 31: National Crayon Day National Prom Day. April 1: April Fools Day. April 2: National Reconciliation Day, National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day. National Ferret Day, and National Equal Pay Day – Changes Annually. April 3: National Chocolate Mousse Day, National Find a Rainbow Day, National Walking Day, and Child-help National Day of Hope
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Congratulations to Jose Samarron for his weekly Feather in Your Cap recognition by the Amarillo Police Department.
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Readers wishing to submit information to the Friona Star may do so by emailing
frionastar@wtrt.net, faxing (806) 250-5127, or calling (806) 250-2211. If emailing or faxing, please include your name and phone number.
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We would like to thank Aurelio and Cynthia Silva for hosting the Senior Banquet on Monday, March 25, 2019! Friona High School Seniors enjoyed fun games, food, and a live concert!
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The Hospital Auxiliary Meeting will be on Tuesday, April 9th, 2019, starting at 2:00 p.m. in Parmer Medical Center Conference Room. Marlene Hendershot and Cindy Rogers will present the program-“What My Children Will Need to Know.” Please invite friends or family to join you for this informative meeting and handouts.
Everyone is Welcome!
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The Friona Star would like to send our condolences to the family of JoCarrol Czeizinger. She was an avid reader and longtime subscriber of the Friona Star.
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There will be a Friona ISD Bond Meeting Thursday, April 4, 2019 starting at 6 p.m. at the Senior Citizens Center.
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When you can’t find the sunshine, be the sunshine!
