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Serving the community since 1954, Cogdell Memorial Hospital provides residents of Scurry and surrounding counties access to quality healthcare, close to home. With a forward-thinking approach to rural healthcare, Cogdell strives to provide its patients with an experience that is sometimes difficult to achieve in other small communities. Recent renovations ensure staffhave access to high-quality equipment and provide patients and their loved ones with an uncompromising experience. State-of-the-art lab and radiology equipment, spacious obstetrics suites, a traditional family medicine practice, specialty physicians' clinic, emergency and inpatient hospital care, and an inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation and wellness center - patients appreciate the convenience of not having to travel far for medical care.
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historiacal crusader photo provided by | scurry county museum 14 14 HISTORICAL CRUSADER Paula Hatfield has a gift and passion for preserving our local history. 24 ON A MISSION A missionary team from Calvary Baptist Church in Snyder recently returned from serving residents of a tiny village in Romania. The extreme poverty and conditions are some the team won’t soon forget. 34 ROARING TO SERVE The Lions Club is making a big difference here at home in Snyder. 42 DOWNTOWN SNYDER The square’s quaint shops, small businesses and restaurants are all a part of what makes Snyder unique. 50 KEEPERS OF HISTORY Scurry County Museum offers people the opportunity to visit our past and people who built the foundation upon which we stand. CONTENT ON THE COVER: photo by | martin winkler HOMETOWN LIVING AT I TS BEST LIFE|Styles Snyder 2019 PREMIER ISSUE 4 snyder lifestyles magazine
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donny maines photo by | sagebrush photography, jack harty 60 60 LONG EARED TRAIL RIDES The boys from Ben Richey Boys Ranch are making memories! 68 LABOR OF LOVE Cogdell Memorial Hospital Auxiliary celebrates 60 years of service. 76 THIS THING IS A MONSTER! It’s called ‘PROJECT FRANKENSTEIN’ and it’s doing Snyder proud. 86 HOMETOWN HAPPENING Snyder Trade Days Hometown Christmas. 88 HOMETOWN HAPPENING Christmas at the Village. 90 HOMETOWN COOKIN’ Hometown cooks have shared some delectable recipes that will melt in your mouth. 92 POWER THROUGH COMMUNITY Big Country Electric Coop is electrifying the community. 100 THE RIGHT NOTES If you’re a Snyder resident who knows how to play the piano, chances are you took lessons from Lynn Baldwin. Baldwin has taught generations of children to play and has instilled in them a love of music. CONTENT 6 snyder lifestyles magazine
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8 snyder lifestyles magazine CONTR IBUTORS John Shallenberger: Graphic&WebDesigner At Work: A newbie to the awesome WYIM publications team, bringing 15 years of design experience to an already great looking magazine and working on building a very convenient digital version to our readers. At Play: New Mexico native but have lived in Texas for 24 years. Married to my wife Courtney for 19 years. Father of 2. Emi (15) Kian (13). Enjoy Biblical Studies and teaching the Bible. I am a classic car enthusiast who likes racing. Drawn to all things beautiful and elegant in life. Listening to music. Have a “life of the party” attitude, and love to laugh. Deep creative thinker. Always rooting for the underdog. A firm believer in celebrating life and that truth will always win! Kassi Westerman: Portrait Photographer At Work: 4 years on the job. Passionate. Energetic. Can talk to a brick wall. Will do just about anything to get “the” shot. Love making beautiful images but love the relationships I make with my clients even more! At Play: Kansas Native, Texas Transplant. Married to Tyler for 13 years. Mom to Ryan (8) and Miles (5.) Jesus lovin’ Sunday school teacher. Jayhawk Fan - ROCK CHALK! Animal lover and advocate. Little league coach. Sports fanatic. Blessed beyond my wildest dreams! Susan Peterson: Ad Coordinator At Work: 1.5 years on the job, info junkie, office foodie - just suggest it, I’ll want it! Love my employers, co-workers, clients and job! At Play: Love checking-out local restaurants, volunteering, museums, reading, bicycling & yoga. Married 28 years. Mother to Weston (23), USMC MoM (Semper Fi!), & Emily (20); GCU Mom (Go Lopes!) and crazy cat mom. Tabitha Baase-Herring: Content Coordinator At work: 2 years on the job. Tech savvy go-to girl. Real life spell checker. Jack of all trades. At play: Married 7 years. Mom to 2 cats, Morty and Loki, and 2 dogs, Sasha and Charlie. Golfer. Horse lover. Foodie. Susan Avery: Graphic Designer At Work: 2 ½ years on the job. Love creating beautiful ads for our clients. I work with an awesome team. At Play: Married 13 years to my wonderful husband, Richard. Together we have 3 children, Audra (27), Brad (26) and Eli (12). One grand, Loralei (20 months). Love road trips, hiking, kayaking, camping and board games.
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written by connie lewis leonard | photos by kassi westerman, gerald m. corkran & provided by paula hatfield & scurry county museum Preservation NeverSleeps 15 hometown living at its best
aula Hatfield is well known in Snyder for her delightful, vivacious personality. She is also recognized for her passion to preserve history. While growing up, Hatfield saw lush landscapes, mountains, plains, and beaches in Louisiana, New Jersey, Delaware, North Dakota, Arkansas, and beyond the borders of the United States in such destinations as Japan and Guam, or wherever the Air Force transferred her father. When she and her husband Bill moved from Burleson to Snyder in 1997, she was shocked to be living “where there were no ‘real trees’ of any size: flat, flat; dry, dry; and you can see for miles.” She was not thrilled at first but grew to love Snyder, and they have made it their home. As Hatfield explored her new community, her interest in history and old buildings led her to become involved in the Scurry County Historical Commission. Learning about the architectural style of a building, the architect who designed a building, and the craftsmanship which went into the building are components that fuel Hatfield’s passion for old buildings. She said, “In my opinion, the craftsmanship one sees in buildings that are 50 -100 plus years old should be appreciated and better understood.” One building that caught Hatfield’s attention was the Snyder Santa Fe Depot. The railroad played an important role in settling the West and connecting it to the rest of the world. The train depot was “Built to Last,” composed of cast, reinforced concrete. Between 1909 and 1911, the Santa Fe Railroad commissioned architect Louis Singleton Curtiss, often referred to as the Frank Lloyd Wright of Kansas, to build four depots located in Lubbock, Post, Snyder and Sweetwater. The Snyder train station was constructed in 1911. Only the Post depot remains. Restored in 2011, it is home to the Post Area Chamber of Commerce. 16 snyder lifestyles magazine
The Texas Historical Marker commemorating the depot, which was dedicated in 1967, states: “This 50-mile railroad contributed much to the economy and settling of the area; later was a connecting link with the Santa Fe and Texas & Pacific Railroads. For several decades it had a flourishing passenger, mail, express, and freight business. It played a major role in the Scurry County oil boom of the 1920s and 1940s, transporting much essential oil field equipment.” Discussions concerning the future of the depot began in 2009. Countless conversations with railroad officials and meetings with local entities had their ups and downs. In 2011, the depot was recognized and placed on Preservation Texas Most Endangered List. While this brought much needed publicity and stimulated interest in the depot, the underlying issue of money and strict safety railroad guidelines proved to be very challenging. However, the Commission retained their enthusiasm and tried to sustain the interest and attention of the community. Hatfield observed, “It was very clear that the depot was purposely built to last. Trains rumbled and roared past that building for 106 years. In 1968, the last passenger train stopped in Snyder and the postal and freight services were gone overnight. So, began the decades of neglect, which for so many buildings fuel the narrative that they have lost their importance and value. Nothing could be further from the truth, but funds, grants, and/or finding investors are huge obstacles that need to be conquered. The lack of money, in most cases, is the nail in the coffin that boosts the demand for demolition.” The Historical Commission fought long and hard for eight years but in November 2017, the Santa Fe Depot was demolished. As Hatfield watched the depot being razed, her emotions were varied. For ten days she was within a few yards of huge equipment that ripped through the structure. Hatfield explained, “I couldn’t help but feel like I had failed Louis Curtiss and the craftsmen who had worked so hard putting that huge concrete jigsaw puzzle together. The entire community has lost a piece of history that was important to our state and our nation. It wasn’t just about me or even the building....it was about history being lost. It is still hard to believe the depot is gone. I avoid that entrance to our town. It still hurts to glance ever so quickly in that direction and see a ‘black hole’ where a precious piece of our community’s history once stood.” Within days of the depot being demolished, the Historical Commission began looking into ways to document a comprehensive history of the building. A short film or documentary by Doug Baum Productions out of Valley Mills, Texas seemed fitting. Baum’s enthusiasm, deep appreciation of history, and the professionalism of his company strengthened the resolve of the Commission to tell its story. Baum interviewed people in the community who had a connection to the railroad and/or the depot. Those real stories from real people confirmed the message that though the building was gone, its historical and architectural significance are still relevant. 17 hometown living at its best
Snyder, like many towns across our nation and state, has historic buildings onmain streets and downtown squareswith architectural significance. Thewalls do talk, and the stories deserve repeating and areworth documenting. Doug Baum, Jim Baum, Paula Hatfield & Lynn Fuller 18 snyder lifestyles magazine
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-Paula Hatfield & Doug Baum Commemorative bricks made & taken from the depot, that individuals can purchase from the Scurry County Museum. Paula Hatfield with Snyder native Barry Tubbs 20 snyder lifestyles magazine
The seventeen-minute film premiered on October 2, 2018, at the historic Ritz Community Theater and was well attended. An art show at the 1818 Arthouse, which consisted of photographs, paintings, and actual artifacts saved from the building, strengthened and complemented the short film’s message. The few pieces of the actual building allowed the visitor to see first-hand the construction elements of the depot. As people walked through the Arthouse, they got a real sense of history, a real sense of community, and a better understanding of how this building was an important element of Scurry County’s history and heritage. The film and the 1818 Arthouse art show brought an educational component to the depot story. Education is one of the most important elements of a preservation effort and helps us better understand the roots of a community and its heritage. Hatfield said, “This depot story has become a part of who I am. It has taught me to do my very best to preserve a building. It has strengthened my resolve to work hard to preserve the many aspects of my local history. I am no less committed. I am strengthened and more determined to do the best I can to save history. The multi-facets of history deserve to be evaluated, documented and preserved. With a healthy, intelligent, and deeper understanding of our past, we hope we do not repeat our mistakes and truly appreciate where we come from. History and heritage are what make us who we are. Just like our family traditions contribute to our personality, our character, our moral compass ... so does our history.” Snyder, like many towns across our nation and state, has historic buildings on its main streets and downtown squares. These buildings generally have architectural significance. The walls do talk, and the stories deserve repeating and are worth documenting. The Commission believes the lessons learned from the depot will benefit them in the future. Hatfield said, “We are looking at and evaluating several Work Progress Administration (WPA) projects within our county. The WPA program was multi-layered and played an important role in our nation’s history. We are lucky to have some of those projects in our county. They too have the unfortunate narrative of owner neglect. The fact that they are not being used will certainly begin to take its toll on them.” If Hatfield could sum up her almost ten years in preservation it would be in these few words: “Preservation Never Sleeps.” Paula Hatfield is a wife, mother, grandmother, historian, and crusader. With a re-appointment to the Scurry County Historical Commission in 2019, serving on the Texas Plains Trail Board of Directors, and volunteering at the Scurry County Museum, she will continue efforts to preserve history. During October, the short film, “Built to Last” was shown every Saturday at the 1818 Arthouse. The Commission is looking at ways that the film can be used as an educational tool for other communities that face demolition of buildings with historical value and as a way to document a building’s history. † Copies of the film are available on DVD for $5 plus postage. The Scurry County Historical Commission Email: psh101252@gmail.com Phone: 325-575-2391 They can also be purchased at the Scurry County Museum. Historic Ritz Community Theater 21 hometown living at its best
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A missionary team from Calvary Baptist Church in Snyder recently returned from serving residents of a tiny village in Romania. The extreme poverty and conditions are some the team won’t soon forget. nce you go, when you come back, you are never the same. The people you meet get into your heart forever.” Those are the words of Steve Highfield, the worship pastor at Calvary Baptist Church in Snyder. Calvary Baptist Church has over 400 members, and Highfield has been on staff for 25 years. He and a team of 23 others recently returned from a medical mission trip to Romania. The goal of the trip was to provide medical and dental care and to minister to a small village in Romania. “The team consisted of people from our church and others from Colorado and New Mexico. One of the nurses, Amber Baker, works at Covenant in Lubbock, and her mother goes to our church,” he said. They began their ten-day trip flying into Hungary and then traveled four hours by bus to Romania. The team arrived in the town of Oradea, which is about the same size as Lubbock. Then, they traveled forty-five miles, arriving at their final destination in the city of Tasad. Tasad is a small gypsy village of three to four hundred people. “The gypsy people have such a bad reputation of being thieves. They have been run out of the town and isolated into this little village,” Highfield explained. 25 hometown living at its best
26 snyder lifestyles magazine Conditions are grim in Tasad, he went on to explain. “These people literally have nothing; the poverty is so extreme. They have one-room houses, dirty floors and no running water. They have maybe a pipe that comes out of the floor to get water but no bathrooms. They have an outhouse at the end of the block,” he said. The situation only gets worse from there. “Children that came to the clinic would come naked. They didn’t have any clothes, and many couldn’t even afford to buy diapers. These people really have nothing,” he reiterated. Calvary Baptist Church helps support a feeding clinic in the village and feeds 60-70 kids daily. A non-profit out of Ft. Worth, called Manna Worldwide, runs the clinic. According to their website, Manna Worldwide’s mission is to rescue children from the grip of poverty. There are 2.2 billion children in the world and 1 billion live in poverty. MannaWorldwide provides nutrition, care for orphans, medical clinics, education, clean water projects and helps meet spiritual needs. “We love this organization. It’s really great because 96 cents out of every dollar goes to the field. Through donations from our church we pay the salary of the girl who runs it,” he said. The girl who runs the clinic is fourteen-years old and is the oldest of thirteen brothers and sisters. She works at the feeding clinic to support her family. Highfield, along with eleven other church members, nurses, dental assistants, and EMTs, made the trip. “We provided basic medical care. For dental care, we provided basic cleanings and other oral health,” Highfield said. The missionary team brought sacks of supplies with them on the trip. In addition to medical supplies, they also brought diapers, clothes and shoes. “We gave out goody bags that had t-shirts left over from a youth rally. You would have thought we were handing out bags of gold. When some of the people learned what we had, they were running to the clinic carrying their children in hopes of getting one of those bags,” he said. One of the most vital needs for the residents of Tasad, are shoes. “The people of Tasad are truly desperate for shoes, and when they heard we had shoes they were so happy and were running with kids.” One church member, Suzanna Barrow, fundraised for months before the mission trip to bring shoes with the team. With the money raised, she bought 500 pairs of shoes. “The people of Tasad were so thankful for the shoes that Suzanna was able to bring with her. Suzanna was who we all called Grandma on the trip,” he said. Highfield explained that through Bible lessons with the children (with the help of an interpreter), they were able to meet a variety of needs.“ We had the medical and the dental to help meet some of their physical needs, but the “Once you go, when you come back, you are never the same. The people you meet get into your heart forever.” –Steve Highfield
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29 hometown living at its best “Children that came to the clinic would come naked. They didn’t have any clothes, and many couldn’t even afford to buy diapers. These people really have nothing.” –Steve Highfield Jordan Phillips
30 snyder lifestyles magazine “We gave out goody bags that had t-shirts left over from a youth rally. You would have thought we were handing out bags of gold. When some of the people learned what we had, they were running to the clinic carrying their children in hopes of getting one of those bags.” –Steve Highfield Suzanne Barrow
31 hometown living at its best Bible lessons helped us meet their spiritual needs,” he said. The language barrier did prove to be difficult. The gypsy people speak their own language, so they had two interpreters to speak English, Hungarian and Gypsy. “By the end of our time there, the children, well, they didn’t have any personal space issues. They were not used to getting affection and they were just sitting in our laps,” he said. After the team finished their time in Tasad, they traveled to Greece for a few days. Highfield explained they were able to visit with one of his friends from college that is preaching Christianity to men who have escaped from the Muslim brotherhood in Iraq and Afghanistan. “He is preaching five nights a week to 90-100 men who are Muslim refugees. We were there and able to see 15 of these men get baptized in the basement. Everything has to be done in secret and you can’t take pictures because these men are in hiding and are wanted men,” Highfield explained. The trip was personal to Highfield, because his daughter and her friend felt called intoministry, “They both feel that God has called them to be missionaries and this trip really solidified that this is their true calling. So of course, I am really proud.” He said the church plans to visit Tasa again, with missionary trips usually taking place every other summer. The impact of this trip is one Highfield and the rest of the team will hold in their hearts forever, with part of their hearts staying in the tiny village in Romania. † Calvary Baptist Church (325) 573-2191 cbsnyder.com Manna Worldwide (817) 346-3641 www.mannaworldwide.com Steve Highfield & Family
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34 snyder lifestyles magazine ROARING TO SERVE written by sabrina forse tatsch | photos provided by snyder lions club
35 hometown living at its best The Lions Club is making a big difference here at home in Snyder. e serve. Their motto is simple, but their impact is roaring through Snyder in a powerful way. You’ve seen their handiwork in elementary classrooms, on the front porches of those in need, along the highway and at the local senior center. The Snyder Lions Club is the local chapter of Lions Club International, which is the largest organization in theworldwith over 11million members. In Snyder, more than seventy people call themselves Lions. “We have a diverse membership. There are members in their twenties and some in their nineties. There are farmers, healthcare workers, bankers and mechanics. They all have different backgrounds but are committed to the samemission,” said Andra Gregory, President of the Snyder Lions Club. Gregory, a Snyder native, left the community when she went to college but always knew she would return to the place she calls home. “I raisemy family here. I havemy dental practice in Snyder. When we invest our time into a project Helping repair tables for the Thanksgiving meal at Snyder Healthcare Center
36 snyder lifestyles magazine "When you serve, it's a great feeling and it encourages you to give more." -Rose Ragland where we live and raise our families, it makes the community a better place for all of us,” said Gregory. The International Lions Club calls on its members to serve in the communities where they live and beyond. “The only requirement is that you be a part of the group and offer service. You dowhat you canwhen you can,” explained Rose Ragland, the club secretary who has been part of the Snyder Lions Club for the past fifteen years. Both she and her husband are active members. “The first time I went to a meeting, I felt comfortable. I knew I was surrounded by a good group of people,” said Ragland. The Lions Clubmeets every Tuesday at noon at theMartha Ann Women’s Club. Every meeting is educational. “We have learned about fire extinguisher safety, city updates on issues like water line maintenance, and we have had speakers from the Western Texas College and themuseum,” saidGregory. It’s the work that members are conducting outside of those meetings that are making the most impact. Lion Charles Ragland delivering roses on our Lions Rose Day fundraiser David Holt, Lisa Williams & Steve Mackey helping with a local food drive
37 hometown living at its best Sonya Stokes Helen Keller challenged the Lions Club International to become ‘knights of the blind.’ The organization collects eyeglasses and recycles those for adults in need. They also perform vision screenings and fit children into new eyeglasses free of charge. “We coordinate with school nurses and conduct the vision screenings. This past fall, we helped screen 1,200 children in Snyder,” said Gregory. Every summer, the Lions Club sponsors the 4th of July Celebration carnival and hosts the annual prayer breakfast. There, the Lions recognize local members of the military. “It’s a long-standing tradition in Snyder. We offer free coffee and donuts. The program includes music and a speaker with ties to the military community,” said Gregory. It’s a tradition that typically attracts up to 300 people each year. The tradition of service, however, isn’t tied to just a few dates on the calendar. “People come to us when they have a need or a project that needs taking care of. They know the Lions are here to help,” said Gregory. In Snyder, the Lions have been assistingwith the Texas Ramps Project which builds ramps for those inwheelchairs. They’ve built horse shoe pits and served meals at the Scurry County Senior Center, picked up trash along the highway, moved tables and chairs for churches and decorated Heritage Village for the holidays. “When you serve, it’s a great feeling and it encourages you to give more,” said Ragland. Snyder Lions at another eye screening event Lion Rose Ragland, Lion Sunny Ruiz & Lion Nolan VonRoeder at the adopt a highway trash pick up
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39 hometown living at its best Andra Gregory, eye bank President & others at the great plains lions eye bank ‘shoot for sight’ The crew that helped deliver tables & chairs to Snyder Healthcare Center for their Thanksgiving meal. Seeing the impact of that service can be life-changing.“My favorite memory as a Lion is going to the Texas Lions Camp in Kerrville,” said Ragland. The Texas Lions Camp offers children who are diabetic, blind, have down syndrome or another disability the opportunity to attended summer camp. The tuition fee of $1,850 per camper is completely funded by the Lions Club. Every year volunteers attendwork sessions to helpprepare the grounds for campers. “I was just amazed at everything that they have there for handicapped children. They can go horseback riding, fishing and boating. They have a pool where awheelchair can be rolled in. There is a rock-climbingwall and bunkhouses. The facilities are top-notch. If you can make it to the camp, it will change your whole outlook,” said Ragland. Gregory said the community of Snyder can assist the Lions Club by nominating children in need for the camp. As a non-profit organization, the Lions Club relies on fundraising to execute its multiple service projects. The annual 4th of July carnival is the club’s largest fundraiser. Members also sell bags of peanuts in the fall and bouquets of roses in the spring. “That money goes straight back to the community and to the charitable causes that we support,” said Gregory. Lions have been supporting the community of Snyder since 1924. They are always accepting new members. “I went to a meeting once where they were talking about new members. The speaker asked, ‘If you have a flat tire on the side of the road, who is the first person you think about calling? That’s the person you should invite to a Lions Club meeting.’ We need people "People come to uswhen they have a need or a project that needs taking care of. They know the Lions are here to help." - ANDRA Gregory
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41 hometown living at its best who have a heart for service. You can be as involved as much or as little as you want. We have some people who simply go to meetings and do a project once a year and then we have others that are involved in every project we have,” said Gregory. Finding a place to serve, whether it’s with the Lions or with another organization, is a goal that Ragland feels everyone should commit to. “Snyder is a wonderful community. I just feel like everyone should give back and help those who can’t help themselves,” said Ragland. “A community becomes a home when we take care of each other.” † LIONS CLUB: ROARING TO SERVE Club picture after lunch meeting
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written by connie lewis leonard | photos by jerry corkran Danny Sellers KEEPERS OF History
ime travel may be a dream, but it can become a reality. Scurry County has a rich heritage from dinosaurs to Native Americans, from farmers to ranchers, from railroads to oil rigs. Scurry County Museum engages the community in the present through exhibits, presentations, and programs. It also looks forward by educating and preparing youth for future endeavors. Museums don’t just pop out of a genie’s lamp. It takes dedication, cooperation, and commitment to establish and maintain a quality museum. The Scurry County Museumwas a culmination of five years of intensive research by a group formed from several local organizations: the Scurry County Historical Society, Scurry County Chapter of the South Plains Archeological Society, and the Ranch Headquarters Committee. A bond issue was passed by the citizens of Scurry County that included the funds for a museum building on the Western Texas College campus. The first permanent gallery opened in 1975 and was renovated in 2009. The community of Scurry County envisioned a museum dedicated to preserving the past for the education of their children, and their children’s children. Director Nicole DeGuzman said, “It’s not just a depository for artifacts; the mandate of the museum’s founding set the course as a teaching museum. The museum’s role as a community center has fostered not only the Museum Construction SCURRY COUNTY MUSEUM OFFERS PEOPLE THE OPPORTUNITY TO VISIT OUR PAST AND PEOPLE WHO BUILT THE FOUNDATION UPON WHICH WE STAND. EST. 1975 51 hometown living at its best
Tip Shelton & friends run the 3 legged panty hose race THE LARGE ASSEMBLAGE OF ARTIFACTS IS STORED AND KEPT SAFE IN THE COLLECTIONS AND ARCHIVES. THE EVER-CHANGING EXHIBITS REGULARLY STAGE THOSE TREASURES, KEEPING THE MUSEUM FRESH AND INVITING. - NICOLE DEGUZMAN presentation of our past, but it has served to energize the next generations with creating and collecting important cultural material that helps to tell our shared story.” Themuseumhas grown rapidly since1975. Today, 12,000 visitors a year walk through the doors, and educational programs serve hundreds of school-aged children. Original exhibitions teaching about the region are supplemented by touring exhibitions, which add a national perspective. The largeassemblageof artifacts is storedand kept safe in the collections and archives. The ever-changing exhibits regularly stage those treasures, keeping the museum fresh and inviting. DeGuzman described some of the exhibits that piqued my interest: The Texas Justice Exhibit explored the role that lawmen and the emerging justice system played in our region of Texas from themid-1870s through the turn of the century. Did you know it was once the duty of the local Sheriff to remove Exibit Colle 52 snyder lifestyles magazine
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THE TEXAS JUSTICE EXHIBIT EXPLORED THE ROLE THAT LAWMEN AND THE EMERGING JUSTICE SYSTEM PLAYED IN OUR REGION OF TEXAS FROM THE MID-1870S THROUGH THE TURN OF THE CENTURY. 54 snyder lifestyles magazine
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THE VETERANS DAY OBSERVANCE OF WWI, THE “HUMANITY OF THE SOLDIER” AND THE “REMEMBRANCE TABLE” WAS A POP-UP EXHIBIT, MEANING A SMALL-SCALE SHOWING OF IMPORTANT FEATURES FROM WITHIN THE COLLECTION. Vererans Day Exhibit Bi-annual Quilt Show Exhibit dead animals and waste from the town roads? Or that they were also responsible for collecting taxes? Just as the job of the lawmen in Texas changed, so too did the technology. Why so many counties in Texas? It was suggested that no citizen should live more than a day’s ride to his local courthouse! Through this lens, visitors were able to better understand some of the realities of life out on the frontiers of Texas—some that still affect us to this day. DeGuzman described the Local Scouting Exhibit as one of the most energetic exhibits to date. Visitors learned about the history of Scouting in Texas through the stories of some of its earliest participants. Stations offered hands-on learning in scouting skills includingMorseCode, semaphore, knot tyingand more. Participants had the opportunity to earn special Scurry County Museum Merit Badges. The Veterans Day Observance of WWI, the “Humanity of the Soldier” and the “Remembrance Table” was a pop-up exhibit, meaning a small-scale showing of important features from within the collection. Artifacts that were of a personal nature to the solider were on display, such as matchbooks, 56 snyder lifestyles magazine
helmets, badges, and handkerchiefs. Due to the Influenza Pandemic of 1918, or the Spanish Flu, half of American servicemen, an estimated 43,000, died from the virus. Therefore, handkerchiefs were extremely important. Many servicemen wrote home begging their family to send handkerchiefs. Also on displaywas a “MissingMan” table that was set for one soldier who never came home—missing but not forgotten. DeGuzman said, “One of our most popular exhibits is our bi-annual Quilt Show Exhibit. Every two years the museum shares some of its impressive textile collection with the public. The museum collection, with quilts dating back into the later 1860s, is always a delight to see. This year, 2019, is, even more, the case as the exhibition at the museum is tied into many other community shows, plays, and events exploring the role of quilts in daily life.” “The Tiny Art show and sale was one of our most successful exhibits in 2018. At our downtown satellite art gallery, the 1818 Arthouse, we stage original thematic contemporary art exhibits throughout the year. A show of tiny proportions is just what we delivered. No art piece could be larger than 10 inches. Most pieces were much smaller than that. There were miniature paintings, three-dimensional sculptures of miniature stature, and even photography. Most art pieces were for sale and less than $30. The exhibit is now traveling regionally due to its success.” With a full-time Museum Educator on staff, the museum offers continuous year-round tours, in-class presentations, and other programs for area students. All the educational programs at themuseumare alignedwith Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills standards and are interdisciplinary, which reinforce in-class learning across the curriculum. Many homeschool students Dinosaur Summer Camp and parents tour the museum to supplement and extend their individual areas of study. The hands-on learning experiences make the exhibits come to life. Regular guest lecture series present learning opportunities for life-long learners in the community, including residents in local assisted living facilities. The educational programs have expanded beyond the museum with the 1818 Arthouse in downtown Snyder, making arts and arts education more accessible to the community. Beyond workshops and classes, the 1818 Arthouse allows area artists a venue to display and sell their artwork. Together the museum and Arthouse foster an appreciation and understanding of the history and culture of Scurry County. Education continues year-round through the summer camps for kids. Some past offerings included: Animal and/or Dinosaur Camp, Fossils Summer Camp, Sports Camp, Art 2-D Camp, Wild West Texas, and Science Experiments. Special focuses include Native American Month with Quanah Parker exhibits and National Bison Day. The museum receives some funding from Scurry County and Western Texas College, but the majority of their funding comes fromprivate donations. DeGuzman said, “We also pilot new programs through community and foundation grants. In addition, we have amuseum store on site and onlinewhich sells fun gift items for thewhole family and books of historic subjects. In fact, we are the only bookshop in town!” A visit to the Scurry County Museum and Arthouse is a worthy investment of your time. With changing exhibits and displays, something new is bound to arouse your interest. † The Tiny Art Show & Sale 1818 Arthouse downtown Synder 57 hometown living at its best
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61 hometown living at its best Ridin’ the trail When it comes to expressing their Christian faith, Luann and Bobby Grice know people can’t go wrong helping kids. In fact, they have been adoptive parents since 1997 to twin boys in addition to their two biological sons. written by michael tummillo | photos by sagebrush photography, jack harty The boys from Ben Richey Boys Ranch are makin’ mem’ries! hen asked how they got started with the Long Ear Benefit Trail Ride, Luann said, “We were headed home from a trail ride in May of 2013. Bob looked at me and out of nowhere, said, “I want to have a trail ride.” I said, “Ok, as long as we can help kids.” They contacted Kerry Fortune with Ben Richey Boys Ranch and Family Programs fromAbilene and Albany, TX. After a nod of approval for the trail ride, Kerry asked, “How did you know we have started an equine program for the boys?” TheGrice’s didn’t know, but God did. “The boy’s ranch teaches responsibility and respect through theequineprogram,” Luann shared. “As a reward, they participate in the trail ride. We love on ‘em and treat them like family.” The trail ride hosts riders of all ages. “From 5 years to 80 years,” she beamed, “It’s all about family.” The 7th annual Long Ear Benefit Trail Ride will be held at the Roland Springs Ranch east of Snyder. Dates are October 11-13, 2019. Minimum ride donation is $40.00 per person and under 12 are free. “We serve five good chuck wagonmeals. There is an auction on Saturday night and church on Sunday morning.” Luann asks those interested inattending to RSVP so they canplanaccordingly. “This is a family event. No alcohol is served or sold.” Talon Roland Declan Fritz Shelly Borgstedte, Kathleen Proffitt, Denease Higgins & Cindy Jay, All members of 40 Something Cowgirls chapters
62 snyder lifestyles magazine Tip Shelton & friends run the 3 legged panty hose race “Equestrians have free reign to ride the beautiful ranch. There are also mounted games such as the three legged panty hose race around the barrels and a trail challenge training course.” -Luann Gricee Vicki Tully Brinley Wilson & Cambrey Wilson Ayden Doolittle & Tinlee Roland Shelby Grice guiding Farris Mueller through the trail challenge course
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64 snyder lifestyles magazine Equestrians have free reign to ride the beautiful ranch. There are alsomounted games such as the three legged panty hose race around the barrels and a trail challenge training course. “Roland Springs is an amazing place. Texas Tech has a paleontology dig site and PurFlix has shot a mini-series there.” Luann is quick to point out, “The Lord just keeps blessing this trail ride with wonderful people.” Do the Grice’s host this annual event all on their own? Not hardly. Luann was quick to mention some people without whose help this would not be possible: Darden and Bonnie Stokes, Bobbie and Sue Stroud, Tommy and Cindy Wright, Ben Wilson Supply, United Supermarkets, JD Services and Russell and Heather Smith. “Heather is a local Christian Country singer who performs on Sunday morning. She has several CD’s and is currently on tour. Besides, she’s my neighbor,” Luann quipped. In case you’re curious as to why the ride is named “Long Ear Benefit Trail Ride,” Luann was happy to share. “We raise mules. A jack donkey and a horse mare equals a mule. We wanted to connect with other mule people, but we won’t hold it against you if you ride a horse,” she laughed. “All breeds are welcome.” Now you know! † Contact Luannor BobbyGriceat (325) 207-2509 or (325) 207-6628. You can also see the Facebook page Long Ear Benefit Trail Ride or e-mail lobomules@gmail.com. “The boy’s ranch teaches responsibility and respect through the equine program. As a reward, they participate in the trail ride. We love on ‘em and treat them like family.” -Luann Gricee Shelby Grice & his mount Farris Mueller Running the egg and spoon race Sonya Stokes Darden Stokes & Candace Hinch
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66 snyder lifestyles magazine 900 East Coliseum Drive, Snyder, TX 79549 • 325-574-6571 thecoliseum@wtc.edu • wtc.edu/thecoliseum Part of Western Texas College The best choice for your big event! COLISEUM ANNEX • 4936 square feet Indoor covered arena • Complete equipment for livestock events • Meeting area and temporary event offices • Kitchens off of arena floor • Concession stand and catering services • Beverage services by Great Western Dining HORSESHOE PITS • 18 horseshoe pits MAIN COLISEUM • Stadium seating for 3890 • Conference or banquet seating for 1000 • Exhibition spaces in hallways/entry/floor • Westerner Room seating for 150 with kitchen • Complete catering services available • Stage (adjustable sizes) • Basketball/volleyball flooring • Dressing rooms • Rodeo floor area converts to dirt events (190’ x 90’ Ring) with supporting equipment • Two concession stands • Beverage services by Great Western Dining RV AREA • 91 spaces with electricity (30/50 amp) and water (dump station on grounds) • Over 50 acres of grounds for recreation or exhibition space HISTORIC HERITAGE VILLAGE ON GROUNDS CONTINUING EDUCATION WORKFORCE TRAINING A great choice for your meeting or event on the Square! 325-574-6581• 1806 26th Street, Snyder, Texas 79549 • wtc.edu/collegeonsquare WESTERN st lis riv , y r, • - - t c lis tc. • tc. /t c lis Part of Western Texas College I EUM ANNEX • 4936 square feet Indoor covered arena • Complete equipment for livestock events • eeting area and te porary event offices • Kitchens off of arena floor • Concession stand and catering services • Beverage services by reat estern Dining PITS • 18 horseshoe pits MAIN COLISEUM • Stadium seating for 3890 • Conference or banquet seating for 1000 • Exhibition spaces in hallways/entry/floor • Westerner Room seating for 150 with kitchen • Complete catering services available • Stage (adjustable sizes) • Basketball/volleyball flooring • Dressing rooms • Rodeo floor area converts to dirt events (190’ x 90’ Ring) with supporting equipment • Two concession stands • Beverage services by reat estern Dining RV AREA • 91 spaces with electricity (30/50 a p) and water (dump station on grounds) • Over 50 acres of grounds for recreation or exhibition space HISTORIC HERITAGE VILLAGE I I I I I t i f ti t t ! - - • t tr t, r, • t . / ll r N
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written by crystale galindo | photos by maybe studio, zemleduch photography, ksenia zabotina, joann miller and provided by dr. young llerena Cogdell Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Celebrates 60 Years of Service written by kayla weinkauf | photos provided by valeriemorris & cmh auxiliary Cogdell Auxiliary 60 Year Reception 2018 LABOR of Love 68 snyder lifestyles magazine
n April 1958, a group of women in the Snyder community aspired to start a hospital auxiliary. After meeting with the hospital board and representatives from the Texas Association of Hospital Auxiliaries, the Cogdell Auxiliary was born. The auxiliary is a non-profit organization that provides volunteer work at the hospital. Through their gift shop and snack bar sales, as well as their special fundraisers, the auxiliary helps the hospital purchase select equipment for patient care. They also provide education scholarships to students who are pursuing healthcare careers and wish to reside and practice in the Snyder community. “The CMH auxiliary has a long history of helping purchase hospital equipment and refurbishing spaces to make patients and their families more comfortable. But our main focus is providing scholarships for nurses and doctors at the hospital,” said Jeanie Rice, who currently serves as the auxiliary president. On that first day of work back in 1958, the ladies wasted no time getting started. They sewed bandages, helped sterilize machines, distributed magazines to patients, helped new parents learn the hospital routine, and took photographs of newborns. Now in its 60th year, the auxiliary is as busy as ever. Rice says the organization has much to celebrate. “This year when we held our annual awards banquet, we recognized some of our longstanding members; Betty Kellum – 24 years, Sandra Robinson – 22 years and Jo Ashley – 21 years. It was such a special time. The auxiliary is a great organization.” Rice has been involvedwith the auxiliary for five years. She said that joining the organization was always a future goal of hers. “A lot of ladies I knowwere involved. I always saidwhen I retired from my position at the church, I wanted to join the Cogdell Auxiliary. I was planning on just being a member, but now I’m the president.” Successful volunteer organizations, whether big or small, require teams of people who are willing to work hard. Those volunteers will be forever changed by performing selfless acts of service for those in need. “You don’t become a volunteer because you like the word volunteer. You become a volunteer because you care. All of the ladies that serve in the auxiliary care so much,” said Rice. Teddie Hatcher, Mayor Troy Williamson & Dr. Cooper Dr. Cooper returns 69 hometown living at its best
The Cogdell Memorial Hospital Auxiliary Creed states that in order to fulfill their commitment to the hospital and the community, members must “do their best to be cheerful and to extend every courtesy with kindness and consideration.” The volunteer efforts of its members prove the auxiliary is living out that creed every single day in major, meaningful ways. You can find auxiliary volunteers lending a helping hand in nearly every corner of the hospital. Volunteers work at the front desk greeting guests and offering help. They also work at the snack bar, which offers an inexpensive, but delectable dining experience for busy hospital staff and the families of patients. The auxiliary oversees the operation of the gift shop, which offers a unique andwide selection of jewelry, clothing, greeting cards, baby gifts, and more. All gift shop proceeds benefit the auxiliary scholarship fund. As if gift shop and popcorn and bake sales weren’t enough, these wonderful women even assist with eye surgery patients, blood drives, and home health. If there’s a need, the auxiliary volunteers are there to fill it. Rice shared that while she finds her work with the auxiliary to be extremely fulfilling, it’s not always easy. “Snyder is a small town. As Pink Ladies, we know about 95% of the people that come into the hospital. Sometimes it’s difficult to be a smiling face and also remember to protect that patient’s privacy. You see your friends and neighbors come into the hospital with an emergency, and youwant to ask, ‘What are you here for?’ You immediately want tominister to themand support themduring Officers 2018-19 front row: Ruby Stout, Historian & Beverley Valasquez, Vice-President. back row: Mickey Babcock, Vice-President; Jeanie Rice, President; Alana McRoberts, Corresponding Secretary & Angel Duncan, Recording Secretary Jean Taylor & Ethel Head 70 snyder lifestyles magazine
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