World Premiere of Lone Star Trilogy Announcement of New Work of Texas Culture and Heritage

AMARILLO ~ Lone Star Ballet presents the world premiere of the Joseph H. and Arlene Pool presentation of Lone Star Trilogy, billed as an epic celebration of the lives of three extraordinary pioneer women.

Globe-News Center for the Performing Arts

Friday               April 15             8:00 P.M.          Premiere Performance

Saturday           April 16             3:00 P.M.          Matinee

Saturday           April 16             8:00 P.M.          Finale

Tickets are available from $15 - $50 through Panhandle Tickets at 378-3096 or PanhandleTickets.com.

Contact Lone Star Ballet for group rates.

·        Lone Star Ballet Season of Dance

Lone Star Trilogy is the final production of the 35^th anniversary season of Lone Star Ballet (LSB).  With this new work, Lone Star Trilogy, the company turns to the heritage, history and culture of its own surroundings.

Established in 1975, the not for profit arts organization seeks to fulfill its mission to “produce and promote the art of dance; and contribute to the education, culture and entertainment of the people of the Texas Panhandle.” 

·        Conceived by King Hill   

The story is conceived and copyrighted by King Hill, long time theatre director, performer, and historian.  Hill authored the concise summation of the story, stating it is “an epic celebration of the lives of three extraordinary pioneer women boldly staged with dance, unique sound, lights and noted narrators.” 

·        Original Choreography by Director of Dance Vicki McLean

Original choreography is created by Director of Dance Vicki McLean, who states, “The work is exciting and vibrant, and vividly portrays the lives of these brave women.”   Invigorated by the creative process and the creation of new work she explains, “The work is fresh and spirited.  Lone Star Trilogy is ideal for all ages, families, and individuals who share the vision and traditions of our heritage and those who would like to experience this heritage.”

Describing her choreography for this production, McLean says, “It is a culmination of styles of dance and ideas based on each woman’s story and the emotions that epitomize the human elements of love, sorrow, joy, and courage.”

·        Original Music by Dr. Benjamin Brooks

Original music is composed by Dr. Benjamin Brooks of The Sybil B. Harrington School of Fine Arts at West Texas A&M University.  The music is intended to invoke the spirit of the Texas Panhandle and includes broad themes of heroics, fright, strength, delicacy and rugged individualism.

·        Kwahadi Indian Dancers

A portion of the production includes strong collaboration with the Kwahadi Indian Dancers  based in Amarillo.  Authentic dances including The Sneak Up Dance and The Buckskin Dance are used to enhance the story, and are performed by members of the Kwahadi Dancers.  Tribe member Daniel Rigsby plays the double flute, an authentic Native American instrument, to music he composed himself.  

·        On Original Lone Star Ballet Production

Original sets and costumes are designed and produced by the LSB Production team.  Vido Rhodes, Production Manager, uses projections of high definition video as a back-drop to the action. Footage was taken of the West Texas plains and includes historic scenes from Boys Ranch at Old Tascosa.  Elaine Seaton, Costume Director, uses historical apparel to lend  authenticity to the period production.

·        Historical Characters – Pioneer Women of the Texas Panhandle

The story portrays the lives of Mary Ann (Molly) Goodnight, Cynthia Ann Parker, and dance hall girl and early Tascosa settler, “Frenchy” McCormick.  The performance is composed in three acts, dedicated to the unique story of each woman.

·        Cynthia Ann Parker.  

o   The young child of white pioneer settlers 

o   Kidnapped and raised by Comanche Indians 

o   Married to Chief Peta Nacona

o   Mother of Chief Quanah Parker

·        Mary Ann “Molly” Goodnight

o   Wife of Texas Panhandle Rancher, Charles Goodnight

o   Referred to as “The Mother of the Panhandle”

·        “Frenchy” McCormick

o   Notorious Saloon Owner

o   Dancer

o   Last living inhabitant of Old Tascosa

·        More from Vicki Mclean, Director of Dance at Lone Star Ballet:

“These three women were Trail Blazers.   These women, as I do know, loved this land, the people, the men to whom they dedicated their lives, and the adventure of the unknown.  I believe Cynthia Ann, Molly, and Frenchy represent the grace, strength, and beauty that personifies all the women of the Texas Panhandle, past and present.  I am honored to blaze this artistic trail to bring to life again these marvelous characters and the people they so dearly loved, or hated, and their relationship to this wonderful land they, (and we), call home.”  -  Vicki McLean, Director of Dance at Lone Star Ballet

Amarillo College Moore County Campus Director Honored by Dumas Business Women

When Renee Vincent moved to Dumas to become executive director of Amarillo College’s Moore County Campus, she found not only a fledgling branch campus to guide but an industrious community to serve.

That she met both happy tasks with equal enthusiasm has not gone unnoticed within the community, and certainly not by the professional women of Dumas.

For her exceptional leadership, extensive volunteerism, and dedicated support of working women throughout Moore County, Vincent has been named Community Woman of the Year by the Dumas chapter of Texas Business Women.

She received the honor at a Dumas Business Women dinner March 24 during Business Women’s Week in Texas, as proclaimed by Gov. Rick Perry.   Click to go to Amarillo College website for more of the story.

Spring Book Sale For Friends Of The Library

Spring Book Sale for Friends of the Library.

March 31st, April 1st and April 2nd

Dates: Thursday  9:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Friday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Saturday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Location: Killgore Memorial Library

Great buys on books and proceeds go to buy items for the Library. 

Last Day To Register To Vote

See more at Votexas.org  

May 14, 2011 - Uniform Election Date

**First Day to File for Place on Ballot (for cities and schools ONLY) (filing deadline for other political subdivisions may vary)	Saturday, February 12, 2011 (first day to file does not move forward)
**Last Day to File for Place on Ballot, Local General Election	Monday, March 14, 2011 at 5:00 p.m.
Last Day to Order General Election	Monday, March 14, 2011 (deadline is extended to next business day)
First Day to Apply for Ballot by Mail	Tuesday, March 15, 2011 (does not apply to FPCA)
Last Day to Register to Vote	Thursday, April 14, 2011
First Day of Early Voting By Personal Appearance	Monday, May 2, 2011
Last Day to Apply for Ballot by Mail (Received, not Postmarked)	Friday, May 6, 2011 (May 7, 2011 is the seventh day, but deadline moves back topreceding business day, Friday)
Last Day of Early Voting By Personal Appearance	Tuesday, May 10, 2011

School Board Cancelled School Board Election

The annual school election for the Dumas ISD have been canceled after no challengers filed to oppose incumbent candidates.  The final filing deadline was March 14th for candidates seeking one of three available seats on the Dumas ISD Board of Trustees.

As a result, Joe Ballard, Kevin Weatherford and Brent Clark  will retain their seats and be sworn in on May 23, 2011.

By State Senator Robert F. Deuell and State Representative Four Price

In Texas and across the country, the number of sports-related concussions in young athletes is on the rise.  Nationwide, concussions are alarmingly commonplace, particularly among students participating in aggressive sports.  Pediatrics, a medical journal, reports that from 1997 to 2007, emergency room visits for concussions (brain injuries) sustained by middle school and high school athletes had increased by more than 200%.  High school football players alone sustain 100,000 diagnosed concussions every year.  And guaranteeing girls equal access to sports has also guaranteed them equal access to injuries like concussions.   The truth is, we simply don't know how many mild concussions get passed off as a little bump or are ignored by players who are anxious to get back in the game.  The amount of information available on the causes and treatment of concussions has grown rapidly in the last several years.  We know that when two skulls collide - or when the skull hits a stationary object, like the ground - the deceleration is sudden; however, the brain stays in motion for an instant, moving through the small intracranial space until it collides with the opposite side of the skull.  Studies say that the best-case scenario in a concussion is that brain tissue compresses into the skull - not once, but twice, as it rebounds - begins swelling, and the shearing force of the energy in the brain damages the cells, disrupting nerve signals.  The worst-case scenario is that blood vessels are ruptured and the brain starts to bleed, which can be fatal. Young people stand to suffer the most from neurological damage.  Their immature brains are still developing, which makes them more susceptible to brain damage and more likely to suffer repetitive injury.  The cell damage from a concussion temporarily interrupts brain activity at a minimum, and may harm long-term cognitive development.  Concussion symptoms may include dizziness, nausea, confusion, slurred speech and memory problems. In May 2010, the U.S. Government Accountability Office released a report on concussions in high school sports that said concussive injuries may be underreported because athletes don't want to be removed from games.  That's why we filed SB 835 and HB 2038, legislation that sets minimum standards for concussion management in Texas schools.  These bills require public schools participating in interscholastic athletics to develop a plan for concussion safety and management and provide support for student athletes who have suffered from a concussion as they return to school and play.  Under our bills, the governing body of each school would be required to designate a concussion oversight team consisting of licensed health professionals trained in the evaluation, treatment and management of concussions who will establish a return-to-play protocol.  It sets restrictions on participation in practice or competition for any student whom a coach, athletic trainer or physician believes might have sustained a concussion.  It also defines procedures for evaluating students based on peer-reviewed scientific evidence and provides a framework for returning them safely to play.  Moreover, the legislation proposes a system of continuing education and training for members of the concussion oversight team and a method for reducing the number of concussion injuries suffered in school athletics.  Thirty states have introduced legislation addressing youth sports-related concussions including five southern "sports-minded" states like Alabama, Florida and Tennessee.  It is time for Texas to take action.  Having worked with many stakeholders to draft comprehensive legislation, we are confident our bills represent a model for others to follow.   When an athlete injures their knee or shoulder, they seek the full extent of medical attention to ensure full recovery.  Concussions can be more damaging to young athletes in both the short and the long term, but are not currently or consistently treated that way.    SB 835 and HB 2038 are key to preventing serious brain injury, and keeping our students healthy and active. Our children's health is key to their futures and to Texas' future, and we must take every step reasonably possible to protect them.

State Senator Robert F. Deuell, a family physician from Greenville, represents Texas Senate District Two, which includes Delta, Hopkins, Hunt, Rockwall, Kaufman, Fannin, Rains and Van Zandt counties, and parts of Dallas and Smith counties.  Representative Four Price, an Amarillo attorney, represents Texas House District 87, which includes Carson, Moore, Potter and Sherman counties.

At Monday, Night's school board meeting there were some unhappy parents and girls softball players.  They had heard that their favorite coach, Coach Mize, contract was up for renewal and it was not going to be renewed.  These parents and grandparents showed up to express their support of Coach Mize and his family.  The school board President, Jordan Mills allowed a spokesperson to speak for the group since this was not an item on the agenda.  Deborah Skinner was the spokesperson and this is what she had to say:

This is a Petition to keep Coach Jason Mize as the Dumas Demonette's Head Softball Coach at Dumas High School.  Coach Mize's Contract was not renewed by the Dumas Independent School District. Coach Mize is also a Health teacher at Dumas High School and coached Freshmen Boys Football. Dumas is in desperate need for a Coach with Coach Mize's work ethic and rapport with the girls. If you would come to a game and watch Coach Mize with the girls you would see a completely different program and attitude than last year. Coach Mize demands respect and respects his players. Good grades are just as important to Coach Mize as a girl's softball abilities. Coach Mize is not only teaching these girls the basics of softball but he is preparing them to be hardworking, successful members of society. Coach Mize has been teaching the girls about skills such as self-discipline, mental toughness, teamwork, accountability, time management, respect for their elders and other critical areas that will help them in their future endeavors. As a parent I have had the opportunity to travel with the team to the Brownsboro Tournament and see firsthand the dedication he gives of himself to mentor these young women. A Coach can not be expected to come in and completely turn a program around in just one year. They need to be given the time and opportunity to build a good program. It will take time and effort on all sides to make the Dumas Softball program a program that will be recognized in the Panhandle and state-wide as a respected softball force. Coach Mize is using techniques used by successful Division I colleges to improve the Demonette Softball program. Also his wife, Jessica Mize, who is a teacher at the Dumas Intermediate School (5th Grade Reading) helps out at the practices and games as a pitching instructor. She played for Seton Hall as a Division I pitcher for the Pirates. The Mize family has come to Dumas to better our community and raise a family. I am asking that you sign your name below if you agree that Coach Mize should be given a second chance to do what he came here to do.  This is to build a super softball program in Dumas.

Deborah Skinner

Deborah did find out that contracts were being voted on at this school board meeting that night and it would be to late to circulate a petition.  Several others got to share about Coach Mize in the ten minutes allotted to them to share their concerns.  This group of parents were very respectful and eloquently spoke to the school board.

"Teaming Up For Success" The Chamber's 2011 Annual Banquet Really Was A Success

Jeff Turner welcomed everyone to the Annual Chamber Banquet Friday night, March 25, 2011.  Mr. Sam Cartwright welcomed special guests to the banquet then Steve Schmidt-Witcher gave the pledge followed by Milton Pax saying the prayer for the dinner.

Jeff Turner the Chamber Chairman was the presenter of the award 2010 Small Business Award which had previously been know as the Retailer of the Year Award. Changing the name of the award now allows more types of businesses to be eligible for this award.  This year's winner was Jack Oldham Oil Company who not only expanded it's business but did so while there was construction going on right at their front door from the overpass construction.  Ricky Bynum and Lynn Davis accepted the awards on behalf of the company.

Chamber Volunteer of the Year winner - Tracy DeShazo for her dedication to the beautification work of placing over 72 barrels of flowers at businesses around the city.  Tracy stated that she did not do this all on her own that a whole committee of individuals also helped and reminded everyone to water those barrels.

Sam Cartwright the CEO and President of the Chamber presented the 2010 "Garland Smith" Dumas Visitor Center Volunteer of the Year.  This year's winner was described as a person of many talents whose created mind can transform an idea into reality.  She has been a volunteer since the Visitor Center opened in 2003 and is always willing to help where needed.  The winner - Nadine Holberg.  Congratulations Nadine.

2010 Community Leadership Award was presented by Melissa Nolte of Memorial Hospice who received this award for 2009 on behalf of Memorial Hospice. The 2010 Community Leadership Award winner was Dumas Education Foundation.  DEF was established in 1994 for the purpose of promoting educational opportunity through scholarships and teacher grants. (See Tuesday email for more on this story).  Receiving this award on behalf of DEF was Brenda Rice incoming President and Bob Brinkmann.

Shelly Burnett, Vice President of the Museum Board of Directors presented the 2010 Joyce Dillow Heritage Award to Mike Simms who now lives in Amarillo but still very active in the museum.  Mike has been a board member since 1997 and is one of the pioneering families that came to the Panhandle area in 1906.  Mike Simms in the 38th recipient of the Joyce Dillow Heritage Award which is a Window on the Plains Museum Award.

2010 Outstanding Citizen Award winner was Tom Ferguson.  Tom was recognized for serving in the Sunray and Dumas community in such ways as the United Way of Moore County President and Drive Chairman, board member of Casa 69, the YMCA of Moore County, the Dumas/Moore County Chamber of Commerce.  Mr. Ferguson received the Melvin Jones award when he served as President of the Sunray Lions Club and is presently the Boss Lion of the Dumas Noon Lions Club.  Tom Ferguson also has served on the Moore County Hospital District board and is one of the original board members of the Dumas Economic Development Corporation.  President of Ad Rem Land Development Incorporated as well as manager/broker of Ad Rem Land Company.  Tom and Peggy Ferguson have been married for thirty years, has five children, twelve grandchildren and five great grand children.

Out going board members, Wanda Brooks and Doel Cordero were presented with a clock as a token of appreciation and Jim Haugen received a plaque for his partial term as President by now President Jeff Turner.

The banquet ended with great music by the Insufficient Funds with a variety of music and a couple of songs by Dumas's own Dianna Cartwright wife of Sam Cartwright with Insufficient Funds.

Chamber of Dumas/Moore County Networking Breakfast 

Friday, May 6, 2011

7:00 a.m.

Location: Dumas Noon Lions Club Building

4h

Ivy Maye Porter has been Executive Director for United Way of Moore County for over 35 years.  Thursday night she was honored at a retirement reception for those years of dedication.  In fact her plaque says, "Thanks for 35 1/2 years of hard work and distinguished service to the United Way of Moore County."  This year's motto was even added to the bottom: Give More, Grow Moore, The United Way.  Greg Thompson presented Ivy Maye with the plaque and a watch for her many years of service.

How Do You Feel About The Death Of Elizabeth Taylor?

A Hollywood legend, Elizabeth Taylor is considered one of the most famous women.  She is remembered for eight marriages,  acting and beauty, vast jewelry, illnesses and her lifestyle. Elizabeth Taylor died today at the age of 79.  Submit an opinion below on how your remember her and your favorite movie she was in.

Doel Cordero

Left to Right:  Mr. and Mrs. David Sykes with Darren and Cooper, Mr and Mrs. Doel Cordero and Mr. and Mrs. Dan Truelock

 

Doel Cordero with Karen and Jim Owens and Hilary Cordero

Doel Cordero will be leaving Sherwin Williams at the end of March to start another step in his journey of life called "Retirement".  Dumas is going to miss his smiling face and helpful advice when it comes to the world of paint.  Doel has been with Sherwin Williams for 38 years beginning his career in Lubbock, Texas. Doel has been very involved in Dumas over the years.  When his two daughters in the picture at the top where in school he was active in with their school activities, he has been very active with the Dumas/Moore County Chamber of Commerce but of all the most active with the First Presbyterian Church. 

Left to Right:  Doel Cordero, Mrs. David (Lily) Sykes, Mrs. Dan (Hazel) Truelock and Mrs. Doel (Hilary) Cordero

If you missed his reception you can still go by and wish him luck and maybe help with a little donation to either help him learn to golf or keep him off the greens.....hard to remember which one they thought he needed help with.  He will need no help in spoiling his two grandsons, Darren and Cooper.  Congratulations to the Cordero's and family on this momentous occasion.

Thanks to a fluke of orbital mechanics that brings the moon closer to Earth than that it has been in more than 18 years, the biggest full moon of 2011 will occur on Saturday, leading some observers to dub it a "supermoon."

Read more: http://www.foxnews.com/scitech/2011/03/18/supermoon-rises-biggest-moon-18-years-occurs-saturday-night/#ixzz1H30W0zVZ

Northern Panhandle Business Women held the first Scholarship Fund Raiser at the 580 Steakhouse on March 17, 2011.  The women enjoyed a potato food bar  and played Bunco.  Additional funds were raised by the women's group with a raffle for prizes and had a prizes for the most wins and the least wins were adwarded.  Everyone had a fun evening.

2011 Dumas Clean Up Day Is Scheduled For May 14

Dumas has Scheduled it Clean Up Day for Saturday May 14, 2011 which is only two months away.  Teams of four to five people are asked to join the Chamber at McDade Park on the morning of May 14 to pick up trash.  You as a business, church, club,school or individual can form a team to help clean up Dumas.  Call the Chamber that you will help with this project at 935-2123.

Friday, March 25, is the date set for the Chamber's Annual Banquet that starts at 6:30 p.m. at the Community Building.  Come see who will be presented the awards presented by the Chamber.  They are 2010 Outstanding Citizen; Chamber Volunteer of the Year, Visitor Center Volunteer of the Year; Community Leadership Award; Retailer of the Year and the Joyce Dillow Heritage Award to be presented by the Window on the Plains Museum.  Entertainment for the banquet will be Insufficient Funds. The band has been voted best band in Amarillo numerous times.

Nadine Holberg helping serve as a Kitchen Kutie

Steak dinner will be catered by K-Bob's with the Kitchen Kuties and the Ding Dong Dandies serving the meal.  The Chamber's Women's Division are doing the decorations as they do every year with the theme "Teaming Up For Success".  Need a ticket or two?  Call the Chamber at 935-2123.

Water Wise Gardening Class Offered By North Plains Groundwater Conservation District

Are you interested in learning how to have the beautiful landscape that you've always dreamed of, while being a responsible steward of the area's precious water resources? This topic will be covered at the Water Wise Gardening Class to be held on April 9th at North Plains Groundwater Conservation District.

Former Texas Master Gardener Bob Hatton will provide a framework of information that will allow you to customize your gardening experience to create the type of garden that fits your lifestyle. You will learn about the two most important aspects of gardening: soil preparation and watering practices, as well as the principles of xeriscaping. Hatton will explain how xeric, water-friendly practices can and should be applied as a natural part of responsible gardening in the Panhandle of Texas. The information will be equally relevant for the person who wants the lowest maintenance and lowest water-use landscape, and the person who wants to spend more time working on their garden or prefers a combination of low water-use and traditional plants. Water conservation achieved through these practical techniques can result in savings of time and money for homeowners and businesses.

The class is free to the public, and class attendees will receive free resources on water wise gardening and xeriscaping. The class will be held at the North Plains Groundwater Conservation District office at 603 East 1st Street in Dumas from 9:00 AM-12:00 Noon on April 9th. Persons interested in attending can contact Kirk Welch at welchk@npwd.org 806-935-6401 to register for the class.

Gabriel Rodriguez One Of Two Candidates Running For City Commissioner

Gabriel Rodriguez is one of the candidates running for City Commissioner of Dumas, Texas and this is a little information about him. 

Gabriel was born and raised here in Dumas, Texas.  His wife's name is Becky, and they have one daughter Gabree'l.

He recently started a new career in Real Estate.   This is what he has to say about himself as a Realtor: 

 I am ready to go to work for you.   I am very motivated, honest, and fair.  You can rest assured I will represent you in the best way possible.

A Story Of What Does MS Egual To Shannon

Dumas will be having their MS Walk Saturday, April 30 in Dumas. 

As we get people's stories we will share them with you here on the HPO.

  Click here to learn more about your local event.

The National Multiple Sclerosis Society is asking us to tell what MS equals to us.  I've been thinking about this for a good week. 

What does MS equal to me? 

I know one thing it absolutely does NOT equal to me and that is "Mom".  As I said last year, Mom was much more than the sum of anything MS threw at her or tried to restrict her to.  I started by thinking about all the people in my life who are directly impacted by MS and when I think about all these people who are impacted by MS, there are two words that keep coming back to me. 

So, for me:

It equals strength you never knew you had and strength you never imagined you would need.  It equals strength of the bonds of love and family.  It equals strength in a reassuring smile and a simple, "I can do it myself."  It equals grace.  Unrelenting grace in the face of tremendous turmoil, hurt and frustration.  MS equals grace in those same bonds of love and of family.  Together, strength and grace pretty accurately describe every person I've come in contact with who is impacted by MS - be it the person with MS or the people who adore them.  With strength and grace comes this level of compassion and determination that is unparalleled by most every other person.  So while MS equals a million different things to me - yes, some are negative and selfish; the overriding answer to this equation has to be something positive.  Because anything short of that means that MS defined each of us and I refuse to allow that to to be the answer.

If you are looking for something to do this Spring Break with the kids why not the Window on the Plains Museum and Art Center?  Kids love all the things to do at the museum.  Like this little girl, Harlie Zartun who visited the museum while visiting family.

As seen by the pictures there was not much this four year could not see and a lot that she was allowed to touch thanks to the child friendly exhibit.  A few things are allowed to be touched but the few things like the post office where you are able to open and close the old post office boxes kept this little girl very entertained.

Don't forget if you enjoyed your visited at the Window on the Plains Museum show your appreciation like little Harlie did.

Window on the Plains Museum began in 1976 as Moore County Historical Museum.  The facility was housed in the ballroom of a landmark hotel until 2001, when it was moved to it's present location and became the Window on the Plains Museum.  In addition to extensive displays centered around farming and ranching, industry, business, family life and wildlife, the museum houses research and archives center.

Capitol Press Conference: Representative Four Price joins Governor Perry in calling on the Federal Government to respect the United States Constitution

Price is a Coauthor of House Concurrent Resolution 50 by Representative Creighton

Today, Representative Four Price joined Governor Rick Perry at the State Capitol for a press conference calling on the federal government to respect state sovereignty and adhere to the 10th Amendment of the Constitution of the United States. Price is a co-author of House Concurrent Resolution 50 which strongly rebukes the federal government's continued and intentional infringement on states' rights. The 10th Amendment clearly provides, "The powers not delegated to the United States by the Constitution, nor prohibited by it to the States, are reserved to the States respectively, or to the people."

Price is very pleased to have coauthored H.C.R. 50 because Price believes that our nation's founding fathers never intended for the federal government in Washington, D.C., to control every aspect of our lives.  "The federal government should do a few things and do them well," Price said. Instead of, for instance, protecting all of our country's borders, the folks in Washington seem more concerned with dictating to the states on matters that the 10th Amendment says are for the states to determine." Price further added, "We as Texans can best self-determine what curriculum should be taught in our public schools and what our state economic policies should be. We do not need Washington to tell us when they have miserably failed to do one of the main things the federal government is supposed to do -- protect our nation's borders."{{more}}

In addition to coauthoring H.C.R. 50, Price has authored and filed House Concurrent Resolutions 78 and 85 addressing the intrusion of the federal government into the purview of the state. 

House Concurrent Resolution 78 strongly objects to any attempt by the federal government to take ownership of Texas' water. Specifically, H.C.R. 78 voices opposition to the legislation in Congress that would amend the Clean Water Act by striking the word 'navigable' from the phrase 'navigable waters.' "The effect of striking the word 'navigable' would render all Texas surface waters, even the smallest creek and stream, under the control and sole ownership of the federal government," Price said. "Our message in H.C.R. 78 is crystal clear - Washington, don't mess with our state water," Price stated.    

Price also authored H.C.R. 85, which urges the U.S. Congress each time it passes a new federal law to state the constitutional authority for such federal law. "If our elected officials in Washington, D.C., were required to state the Constitutional basis supporting any proposed law, I believe we would see a lot less burdensome and overreaching laws being passed.  This would be a giant step forward in restoring the proper balance of power between federal and state governments."

President James Madison concisely stated, "The powers delegated by the proposed Constitution to the federal government are few and defined. Those which are to remain in the State governments are numerous and indefinite. The former will be exercised principally on external objects, as war, peace, negotiation and foreign commerce."  

State Representative Price represents Carson, Moore, Potter, and Sherman counties.  He is the only member from the region serving on the House Natural Resources Committee and the House Culture, Recreation & Tourism Committee.