Parmer County Farm Bureau held its annual meeting last Monday evening in the Friona High School Cafeteria. All Parmer County firefighters were invited to attend the event which was catered by Desperado's Catering of Amarillo. Special guests in attendance included District 2 State Director Walt Hagood and his wife, Glinda and Field Representative Todd Thompson and his wife Janie.
Donations in the amount of $400 were presented to the Bovina, Farwell, Friona, and Lazbuddie, and Rhea Fire Departments by Parmer County Board of Directors President Alan Monroe. Director Hagood gave a brief message to the membership before door prizes were to be distributed. Ironically, the meeting was cut short when the fire alarm sounded and everyone had to exit the building. A drawing for the door prizes will be conducted at the Farm Bureau office and the winners will be notified.
Friona Fire Chief Danny Campbell, center, receives a $1000 check from Parmer County Farm Bureau Agency Manager Mitchell Smiley, right, and Board President Alan Monroe, left. The Friona Volunteer Fire Department had applied for the Farm Bureau grant earlier in the year.
Scouts Say Thanks - Cub Master Vickie Rando informed the Star this week that the Cub Scouts would like to say "Thank You" to Parmer Medical Center, David Marquez (retired Navy), Cargill Meat Solutions, and Subway of Friona for their donations which greatly contributed to the successful cheeseburger fundraiser for Friona's scouting program.
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Coats of Kids - Victory Family Worship Center will conduct its annual "Coats for Kids" event on Wednesday, October 26th starting at 6:30 p.m. Bring your kids in and have them fitted for a new coat to enjoy during the winter season.
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St. Ann's Annual Turkey Dinner - St. Ann's Catholic Church of Bovina is having their annual Turkey Dinner on Sunday, November 6, 2022 from 11:30 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. (Texas time) in the St. Ann's Parish Hall on 3rd Street in Bovina, Texas. They will be serving turkey & dressing, creamed potatoes & gravy, green beans, homemade bread, cranberry sauce, relish plate, desserts, and tea & coffee. Donations will be $15 for adults and $6 for children under six years of age. Take-out plates will be available at no additional charge. A quilt made by St. Ann's Society will be raffled off at the dinner.
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Just 4 Laughs - (1) What did the 0 say to the 8? Nice belt! (2) What do you call a pony with a cough? A little horse. (3) What did one hat say to the other? You wait here. I'll go on a head. (4) What do you call a magic dog? A labracadabrador. Source: https://www.rd.com/list/short-jokes/
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Covid-19 Vaccines - Free vaccinations will be available on Friday, June 21st in Bovina at the XIT Building. No appointment times are necessary and walk-ins are accepted. The newest boosters will be available. Clinic time is from 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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On deck - next week's Star will feature Junior High Football, Volleyball, and Cheerleaders.
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B-o-l-o-n-g-a - October 24 is Bologna Day. Sometimes this specialty meat is spelled baloney since that is how many people pronounce it. However, the more common spelling is Bologna because it originated in the city of Bologna, Italy. This type of sausage is similar to the Italian mortadella. The finely ground pork or beef sausage or a combination is smoked and cured. In Italy, bologna includes a variety of spices not found in American bologna. In fact, in the United States, regulations require American bologna to be finely ground and without visible lard pieces. It hardly resembles anything found in Italy. It can also be made from chicken, turkey, venison, or soy protein. Many people enjoy bologna sandwiches with a variety of garnishes which include mustard, ketchup, mayonnaise, cheese, lettuce, pickles, tomato, and onion.
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National Days
October 20: Chicken and Waffles Day
October 21: Reptile Awareness Day
October 22: Color Day
October 23: Mother-in-Law Day
October 24: Bologna Day
October 25: Sourest Day
October 26: Pumpkin Day
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Cancer Overview
Cancer is a broad term for a class of diseases characterized by abnormal cells that grow and invade healthy cells in the body. Cancer cells can then invade surrounding tissues or spread (metastasize) to other areas of the body.
What Causes Cancer To Develop?
Cancer begins in the cells which are the basic building blocks that make up tissue. Tissue is found in the breast and other parts of the body. Sometimes, the process of cell growth goes wrong and new cells form when the body doesn't need them and old or damaged cells do not die as they should. When this occurs, a build up of cells often forms a mass of tissue called a lump, growth, or tumor.
Understanding Breast Cancer
Breast cancer occurs when malignant tumors develop in the breast. These cells can spread by breaking away from the original tumor and entering blood vessels or lymph vessels, which branch into tissues throughout the body. When cancer cells travel to other parts of the body and begin damaging other tissues and organs, the process is called metastasis.
Facts
• In 2022, an estimated 287,500 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed in women in the U.S. as well as 51,400 new cases of non-invasive (in situ) breast cancer.
• 65% of breast cancer cases are diagnosed at a localized stage (there is no sign that the cancer has spread outside of the breast), for which the 5-year relative survival rate is 99%.
• This year, an estimated 43,550 women will die from breast cancer in the U.S.
• Although rare, men get breast cancer too. In 2022, an estimated 2,710 men will be diagnosed with breast cancer in the U.S. and approximately 530 men will die from breast cancer.
• 1 in 8 women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime
• Breast cancer is the most common cancer in American women, except for skin cancers. It is estimated that in 2022, approximately 30% of all new women cancer diagnoses will be breast cancer.
Early Detection
According to the American Cancer Society, when breast cancer is detected early, and is in the localized stage, the 5-year relative survival rate is 99%. Early detection includes doing monthly breast self-exams, and scheduling regular clinical breast exams and mammograms.
Treatment
In general, there are five treatment options, and most treatment plans include a combination of the following: surgery, radiation, hormone therapy, chemotherapy, and targeted therapies. Some are local, targeting just the area around the tumor. Others are systemic, targeting your whole body with cancer fighting agents.
Source: National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc.
The Friona High School cheerleaders would like to remind you to talk with your doctor and develop the best plan of action for your future health and well-being!!!