David Jakobot of Breckenridge got more than he bargained, when he recieved a call from his niece, Jennifer Strober, on June 25, 2018. Jakobot was told he had two sons.
Correction: In the Aug. 8, 2018 issue of the Breckenridge American there was an error made in the article, "Early voting in BISD tax swap election begins today.”
In the article it incorrectly states the new $1.17 rate “will raise taxes on a home valued at $100,000 by approximately $130.”
The correct amount of the tax increase on a $100,000 home resulting from a $.0015 tax increase is $1.50. This increase will happen whether or not the Tax Ratification Election happens.
A workshop by artist Kaye Franklin is set for Aug. 1-3 at the Breckenridge Fine Arts Center.
Franklin began her art career in the early ‘80s. She studied exclusively with Connecticut artist William Henry Earle. She is recognized as a Master Pastellist with the Pastel Society of America, and is a Master Signature Member of American Women Artists and a Signature Member of the Oil Painters of America and American Impressionist Society.
The Buckaroo Bash will be held 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 4, at the First United Methodist Church Family Life Center, located at 419 W. Walker St.
This is an opportunity for school registration for new and returning students and free haircuts for male students only.
There will be a dental screening as well, along with other booths with neat offers.
Meanwhile, there will be free hotdogs, crafts, fun and more available at the site.
The event is hosted by the Breckenridge ISD School Health Advisory Council.
Breckenridge Chamber of Commerce announced the departure of their executive director, Rhonda Crawford, and Patience Madison, office manager, at the organization’s annual noon luncheon, held at the Family Life Center at the First United Methodist Church.
Crawford has been at the helm of the Breckenridge Chamber of Commerce the past three years and Madison has been the office manager for six years.
Bo Asher will absorb the office manager job along with his media coordinator responsibilities for the Chamber.
The Stephens County Commissioners heard about another very busy weekend for firefighters when they met Monday, July 23.
Breckenridge Fire Chief Calvin Chaney reported a week with 19 fires. He said three firefighters work each shift, supplemented by six volunteers and himself, making it 10 in total.
The commissioners extended the county’s burn ban due to the fire report and the dry conditions reported across area counties.
Once again Breckenridge will host “Fill-The-Bus,” a special event asking the public to supply a wide variety of needed school supplies for children who may not have access to the required supplies.
The event is slated for 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 11, at the Walmart Supercenter.
School counselors are aware of most of the students who may need help. For questions about the event or to learn how to get your child on the list at their respective school, call Molly Johnson, director of curriculum and instruction for Breckenridge ISD, at 254-559-2278.
City Commissioners approved a resolution to allow the Breckenridge Economic Development Corporation to spend money on a program to help make Breckenridge ISD students more successful.
A commissioners Tuesday, July 3, BEDC Director Virgil Moore asked for approval of an expenditure of $27,500 for “Communities in Schools of the Big Country Project.” The City Commission must approve BEDC spending of more than $10,000.
The First United Methodist Church has embarked on its annual “Feed the Lambs” program, now in its the eighth year. The program was started to help feed hungry children in the community during July and August.
As in years past, several churches are helping prepare and distribute sack lunches.
“We will be serving between 70 and 170 lunches each day, throughout the summer,” said April Lechner, program director. “We are trying to pick up where the schools leave off.”
Regional winners of the annual Superintendent of the Year (SOTY) award have been announced and Breckenridge ISD Superintendent Tim Seymore is on the list.
Sponsored by the Texas Association of School Boards, the SOTY program has recognized exemplary superintendents for excellence and achievement in educational leadership since 1984.
Regional superintendents of the year nominated by regional selection committees. This year, they are:
Daniel Treviño Jr., Mercedes ISD, Region 1
Max Thompson, Banquete ISD, Region 2
Jeanette Winn, Karnes City ISD, Region 3
