Tuesday, August 17th
Meet The Teacher
at Primary
& Elementary School
3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Community Open House
at New Primary School
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday, August 18th
First Day of School
The Friona City Council met in regular session on Monday, August 9, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at 619 Main in Friona, Texas. The meeting began with a roll call, an invocation, and the Pledge of Allegiance.
The Council approved a proposed 2021 Tax Rate of $0.6626 per $100. Notice of the meeting to vote on the tax rate can be found on page 10.
Two requests by homeowners to encroach on easements were approved by the Council. Both requests had been submitted to the Planning & Zoning Commission for review and approval. The requests were then sent to the Council for final approval.
A request by Jose Quinones and Angelica Lopez to receive city water at the prescribed rate was approved.
Approval was given to an interlocal contract with the Panhandle Regional Planning Commission (PRPC) for project administration services regarding Friona's 2021 Texas Parks & Wildlife grant funded project.
A request by Friona residents regarding the paving of 7th and 8th Streets between Grand and Ashland was discussed. The City of Friona is developing a long-term plan to upgrade some of the 45 unpaved city blocks. However, the City must determine how to finance the project and it would probably not go into effect for another 2-3 years. Currently it costs $125,000 to pave a block.
Minutes of the July 12, 2021 meeting were reviewed and approved. The Accounts Payable for July 2021 and the Financial Statement for July 2021 were also approved.
All meetings are open to the public. The City Council reserves the right to go into Executive session at any time. Visit cityoffriona.com to find agendas and minutes from previous meetings. Information in this article is only a summary. Any questions concerning specific actions should be directed to the City Council.
DVDs of Summer Drama Workshop 2021 are now available. The DVD contains the Elementary Show and the Junior High Show. Due to technical issues, the High School Show was not recorded. Each DVD is $10 and can be purchased at the Friona Star office at 208 E. 11th, or Intheden Graphics at 1215 Elm. Call 806-265-5200 for info.
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The entry forms for the 65th Annual Miss Friona Scholarship Pageant and the Little Miss Friona Pageant are now available in the Chamber of Commerce Office or online at www.friona-chamber.com. The rules and eligibility requirements will be available with the entry forms. The deadline for entries will be on Wednesday, August 25, 2021 so start making plans for the pageants!
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Freshman Orientation/Open House will be on Thursday, August 12th, from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at the FHS Auditorium.
The Title I meeting will be on Friday, August 13th, from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the FHS Auditorium.
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The Junior High will have an open house on Monday, August 16, from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
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Primary and Elementary Meet the Teacher will be on Tuesday, August 17, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The Community Open House for the Primary and Elementary School will take place after Meet the Teacher from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
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The Friona Volunteer Fire Department has added an online payment link to their website for the 50 for 50 Gun Raffle. Tickets can also be purchased from Friona Firemen, 4-Way Pump, CHS, Property Associates, or by calling 806-265-7268. The drawing is scheduled for September 11, 2021. For more information about the rules or the prizes visit www.frionafire.com.
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Vendor forms for the 64th Annual Maize Days Celebration are available in the Chamber Office or online at www.friona-chamber.com. The deadline to submit the vendor forms is on Friday, September 3, 2021 at 3:00 p.m.
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Snack Pak 4 Kids bags have been available for pickup every Friday during the summer months. The last Friday to pick up bags will be on August 20th from 1:30 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. Snack Pak 4 Kids will continue to provide bags throughout the school year for the students by distributing them at school on Fridays.
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Don't forget to be a hero and stop by the Calvary Baptist Church Fellowship Hall next week (Thursday, August 19th) to donate blood at the community blood drive!
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The first day of school is Wednesday, August 18, 2021. We hope the students, teachers, staff, and administrators have a great first day to kick off the school year!
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Best wishes to our summer intern, Kessly Salinas, as she continues her college education this fall. She is currently a journalism student at St. Edward's University in Austin. Her brother, Juan Diego, will start his college career this fall at St. Edwards. Both are Friona High School graduates. Kessly and Juan Diego also became first-time blood donors at the blood drive in June.
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National Days
August 12- Middle Child Day
August 13- Left Handers Day
August 14- Bowling Day
August 15- Relaxation Day
August 16- Tell a Joke Day
August 17- Thrift Shop Day
August 18- Fajita Day
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The Friona High School Class of 1971 met for their 50th class reunion on Friday, August 6th - Sunday, August 8th at the Elegante Hotel in Lubbock. 26 classmates, their spouses & guests gathered for a weekend of fun & festivities. The weekend kicked off on Friday afternoon with visiting in the hotel hospitality room followed by dinner at the Triple J Chophouse. Saturday activities included breakfast, a golf tournament at Shadow Hills golf course, lunch at Cook's Garage, wine tasting at McPherson Cellars, a catered fajita buffet dinner & program in the hotel Heritage room. During the program 14 deceased classmates were honored. The weekend ended with everyone sharing breakfast before saying goodbye & agreeing to get together again soon.
Front row left to right: Dwayne Bauer, Pete Rando, Conrad Renner, David Carlton, Dale Schueler, Don Fortenberry, Donnie Lewellen, Rick Jennings, Mike Taylor & Wesley Clark.
Back row left to right: Bruce Fite, Dennis Anthony, Esther Smith Stout, Ginger Murphree Smiser, Debbie Wassom Monroe, Susie Spring, Lana Renner McKelvy, Jayn Massie Looper, Donnie Meason, Nancy Scales Farmer, Kathy Schueler Terry, Mike Buchanan & Larry Johnston.
Not pictured but attended earlier: Susan Floyd Phillips, Gary Pope & Clyde Schilling.
