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Fatal Semi-Truck Crash North of Shamrock

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March 12, 2022

Fatal Semi-Truck Crash North of Shamrock

SHAMROCK, TX – Two semi-trucks collided Thursday night approximately three miles north of Shamrock on US 83 resulting in one fatality.

Around 9:45 p.m. a 2017 Volvo semi-truck towing a semi-trailer was traveling north on US 83 while another semi-truck towing a semi-trailer was traveling south on US 83. Texas DPS says the driver of the Volvo failed to drive in a single lane and crossed over into the southbound lane of travel and struck the southbound semi-truck on the driver’s side.

According to the Texas DPS, there was extensive damage to both vehicles and semi-trailers. The DPS noted that they were unable to determine the make and model of the southbound semi-truck due to the extensive damage.

Bradley Hedger, 60, of Loveland, Colorado died on the scene and was pronounced deceased by Wheeler County Justice of the Peace, Rick Walden. The driver of the Volvo and a passenger were transported to the hospital in Shamrock with non-life-threatening injuries.

The crash remains under investigation.

DPS Increases Patrols for Spring Break

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March 12, 2022

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AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) will increase its presence on the roads to ensure highways are safe as part of a spring break enforcement campaign. From March 12 through March 20, the Texas Highway Patrol will be out looking for people who are violating traffic laws as part of Operation CARE (Crash Awareness and Reduction Effort). The Operation will include St. Patrick’s Day.

“Spring break is a time for fun and relaxation, but we need to make sure people are enjoying their vacations responsibly and following the law,” said DPS Director Steven McCraw. “DPS will step up enforcement efforts on the roads, and we hope drivers will obey the posted speed limits, along with all the other laws, to make it possible for everyone to have a safe spring break.”

During the 2021 spring break enforcement effort, DPS Troopers issued more than 73,700 citations and warnings for violations. This included 7,236 speeding citations, 919 citations for seat belt or child safety seat violations and 500 Move Over, Slow Down citations and warnings. Troopers also made 512 felony arrests, 417 DWI arrests and 235 fugitive arrests.

To have a safe spring break holiday, DPS offers the following tips:

Don’t drink and drive. If you plan to have alcohol outside of your home, have a designated driver or take alternate transportation.
Move Over or Slow Down for police, fire, EMS, Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) vehicles and tow trucks stopped on the side of the road with emergency lights activated. Show the same courtesy to fellow drivers who are stopped. Through March 3 of this year, there have been 1,333 Move Over, Slow Down violations.
If you can Steer It, Clear It. If you are involved in a non-injury crash and your vehicle can be moved, clear the lanes of traffic. On some highways, if you don’t move your vehicle when it’s safe to do so, it’s against the law.
Slow down, especially in bad weather, heavy traffic, unfamiliar areas or construction zones.
Buckle up everyone in the vehicle — it’s the law.
Eliminate distractions while driving, including the use of mobile devices. Texas law prohibits the use of portable wireless devices to read, write or send an electronic message unless the vehicle is stopped.
When using a navigation device or app, have a passenger operate it so you can keep your eyes on the road.
Don’t drive fatigued — allow plenty of time to reach your destination.
Keep the Texas Roadside Assistance number stored in your phone. Dial 1-800-525-5555 for any type of roadside assistance. The number can also be found on the back of a Texas Driver License.
Monitor weather and road conditions wherever you’re traveling. For road conditions and closures, visit Drive Texas.

Dumas ISD Announces February Teachers of the Month

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March 11, 2022

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DUMAS, TX – Dumas ISD continues its program recognizing the Teacher of the Month at the Elementary and Secondary levels. Selected teachers receive a certificate, a Dumas Demon backpack, a Starbucks gift card, and a $50.00 gift courtesy of Janet Walker – Realtor – Berkshire Hathaway.

The Secondary Teacher of the Month for February is Pedro Hernandez, 6^th grade Math Teacher at Dumas Intermediate. DIS Principal, Philip Rhodes, provided these words on behalf of Mr. Hernandez:

“Mr. Hernandez is a superb teacher with a tremendous heart for his students. His students love his class and are always successful in math. He brings joy to his classroom each day and is an absolute asset to our school. Mr. Hernandez is one of the first teachers to arrive each day and one of the last to leave. He brings a love of his students and a love of his subject each day with him. His kindness and patience is unparalleled. Mr. Hernandez is a fabulous teacher. He is also a student council sponsor and gladly puts in extra hours helping our students have a wonderful overall experience at Dumas Intermediate.”

The Elementary Teacher of the Month for February is Victoria Salas, PK Teacher at Green Acres. Green Acres Principal, Andrea Cox, provided these words on behalf of Mrs. Salas:

“Mrs. Victoria Salas is being recognized as the Teacher of the Month because of her dedication and passion for her students and our campus. She is a loving and caring teacher that not only cares about academics, but the overall well-being of all her students and co-workers. Over the years she has been at Green Acres, she has been willing to try new things/teaching techniques in her classroom and has continued to grow professionally. She creates a welcoming atmosphere in her classroom where every student knows that they are loved and respected. Her positive attitude is contagious and she always makes those around her smile. She gets along with everyone. She is the first one to offer a helping hand when those around her need it.”

Dumas ISD congratulated the two winners and all teachers that were nominated saying “Thank you, teachers and staff, for a wonderful spring semester! We know your continued expectation of excellence is making a huge difference in the lives of our students.”

Dumas Police Investigating Multiple Vehicle Burglaries

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March 10, 2022

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Dumas Police Investigating Multiple Vehicle Burglaries

DUMAS, TX – Moore County Crime Stoppers is asking the community for tips related to multiple vehicle burglaries being investigated by the Dumas Police Department. The burglaries have occurred in the past week in Dumas and numerous valuable items have been stolen from these vehicles.

If you or someone you know have information regarding these crimes, please contact the Dumas Police Department, or you can making an anonymous tip to Moore County Crime Stoppers through the P3 App.

If your tip leads to an arrest and recovery of any stolen property, you will be eligible to receive a cash reward for your assistance.

The Dumas Police Department and Moore County Crime Stoppers would also like to remind you to secure vehicles and remove any valuables and electronics when you leave vehicles unattended.

Contact Moore County Crime Stoppers at 806-935-8477 or go to www.p3tips.com/1066

Sunray Bobcat Band Earns Third Consecutive Sweepstakes Award

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March 9, 2022

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SUNRAY, TX – The Sunray High School Bobcat Band performed at UIL Concert & Sight-Reading Contest on Tuesday and received a division 1 rating from all judges. The rating earned the band the coveted Sweepstakes award for yearlong achievement.

The Texas UIL Sweepstakes is designed to reward excellence in the three most measurable aspects of public school band curriculum – marching, prepared concert performance and ability to sight read music.

Sunray Collegiate ISD praised the band on social media saying “They did a great job and received a 1st division from all six judges! That put together with their 1st division at UIL Marching Contest this past October means the band earned a sweepstakes!”

This is the third consecutive sweepstakes for the Sunray Bobcat Band.

Dumas High Symphonic Band Earns Coveted Sweepstakes Award at UIL Contest

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March 9, 2022

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DUMAS, TX – During the Regional UIL Concert & Sightreading Contest held on March 8th and 9th, the Dumas High School Symphonic Band earned the coveted Sweepstakes award for yearlong achievement.

Dumas High School Band Director Rebecca Carter told the band on Wednesday “Super proud of all your hard work on some really difficult music.”

The Texas UIL Sweepstakes is designed to reward excellence in the three most measurable aspects of public school band curriculum – marching, prepared concert performance and ability to sight read music.

In addition, the Dumas High Concert Band earned a 2nd Division Excellent rating on stage.

Texas DPS Seize $22.6K Cash and Drugs

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March 9, 2022

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CONWAY, TX – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) seized more than five pounds of suspected cocaine and $22,600 in cash Thursday, March 3, after a Texas Highway Patrol Trooper stopped a vehicle in Carson County.

At approximately 1:30 a.m., a DPS Trooper stopped a 2019 Dodge Charger traveling east on I-40 near Conway for a traffic violation. The Trooper then discovered two plastic-wrapped bundles of suspected cocaine and one vacuum-sealed bag containing cash underneath the front passenger seat.

The driver, Luis Garcia, 51, and passenger, Paola Ruiz, 30, both of El Paso, Texas, were arrested and charged with felony possession of a controlled substance and money laundering. Both were transported and booked into the Carson County Jail.

The drugs were reportedly being transported from El Paso, Texas to Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Sports Weekly: Powerlifting, Soccer, Softball, Baseball

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March 9, 2022

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POWERLIFTING

MONAHANS, TX – The Dumas Demonettes powerlifting squad had eight girls qualify for the THSWPA 2022 State Championships on Friday, March 18, at the American Bank Center Exhibit Hall in Corpus Christi.

The Demonettes finished fifth at the 4A Large School Regional meet on March 5 at the Ward County Events Center with 18 points. Perryton took top honors with 67 pts and was followed by Pecos (24 pts), Fort Stockton (24 pts), and Big Spring (20 pts).

Four Dumas powerlifters were crowned regional champions. Mia Reynaga (105 LBS), Vanessa Martinez (123 LBS), Angel Sanchez (181 LBS), and Hayley Vecchio (198 LBS) will all look to win state titles during spring break.

Natalie Vera (97 LBS), Emily Rios (123 LBS), Denisia Garcia (132 LBS), and Ana Rivera (SHW) all finished runner-up at the regional competition to qualify for the state championships.

Dumas Demons Powerlifters Advance to THSPA State Championships

MONAHANS, TX – Three Dumas Demons powerlifters booked their ticket to the THSPA State Championships with an impressive showing at the 4A Large School Regional competition on March 8 at the Ward County Events Center.

Dumas finished fourth with 24 points behind first-place Perryton (41 pts), Andrews (34 pts), and Snyder (26 pts.).

Sabien Perry topped the 181-pound weight class with a total of 1,455 pounds, while Hector Pando (275-pound division) and Lucas Martinez (SHW) won their respective weight classes with totals of 1,650 and 1,635 pounds, respectively.

Angel Quiroz placed fourth in the 220-pound division with 1,305 pounds, and Jonathan Jaso (132 LBS) finished fifth in his weight class with 940 pounds.

The THSPA State Championships will take place on March 25 at the Taylor County Expo Center in Abilene.

SOCCER

CANYON, TX – The Dumas Demons defeated the Canyon Eagles 2-0 Tuesday night in a District 2-4A matchup at Happy State Bank Stadium. With the win, the Demons improved its season record to 7-12-4 and 3-4-1 in district play.

Noe Estrada and Felix Ibarra both tallied a goal and an assist to help Demons top the Eagles for the third time this season. Dumas’s goalie Cross Gorda finished with a clean sheet to notch the shutout win.

The Demons, which picked up a 7-6 victory over the Borger Bulldogs on penalty kicks last Friday at Demon Stadium, will go on the road Saturday for a clash with unbeaten district frontrunner Pampa (8-0) at 2 p.m.

Canyon 9, Demonettes 3

DUMAS, TX – The Canyon Lady Eagles scored early and often to deal the Dumas Demonettes a lopsided loss Tuesday afternoon at Demon Stadium.

Canyon (13-8-1, 8-0) opened the scoring in rapid-fire action to take an early lead after just 76 seconds of action. However, the Demonettes knotted the score two minutes later on a beautiful header from junior Yessenia Gonzalez.

The Lady Eagles, which posted a 3-2 win over the Demonettes in the last meeting on Feb. 25, reeled off six consecutive goals before junior Arisbeth Loya broke free between two defenders and blasted a shot into the left corner of the net to make the score 6-2.

Dumas (4-10-3, 2-3-3) made things interesting when junior Yassmin Marchan found the back of the net to cut the lead to 6-3 with 30 minutes left on the clock. But the Lady Eagles tallied three unanswered goals to claim the win and remain unbeaten in district action.

The Demonettes will end the regular season on the road Saturday at 12 p.m. against the Pampa Lady Harvesters (8-10-3, 2-3-3).

SOFTBALL

PLAINVIEW, TX – The Dumas Demonettes suffered a 12-9 non-district road loss to the Plainview Lady Bulldogs Tuesday. Junior corner infielder Melaney Granados, who smacked a grand slam, has gone deep eight times in 21 games.

Dumas (15-6) posted a 5-1 record this past weekend at the Seminole Tournament. The Demonettes opened the tourney last Thursday with a 15-2 victory against Slaton and then knocked off Alpine, 7u-6, in a nail-biter.

A 10-2 win over the Sanford-Fritch Lady Eagles on Friday helped Dumas finish the second day of the tourney with a 1-1 record.

Dumas picked up a 15-7 victory Saturday over 17th-ranked Seminole before claiming an 8-6 win against Brownfield in the tournament finale.

The Demonettes will host 11th-ranked Class 5A Lubbock High Saturday at 2 p.m. at Dumas High School.

BASEBALL

LEVELLAND, TX – The Dumas Demons baseball team struggled offensively at the Levelland Tournament last week at Levelland High School.

The Demons (2-7) were outscored 24 to 1 Thursday in losses to the Pecos Eagles (11-0) and the Shallowater Mustangs (13-1).

Dumas suffered its second shutout of the tourney Friday with an 8-0 setback against the Midland Christian Mustangs, and finished the two-day tournament with a 12-3 loss to the Lubbock Estacado Matadors.

First-year head coach Tyler Lloyd’s squad is led by seniors Raule Bustamante (1st Team All-District), Armando Cardenas (1st Team All-District), Brayden Boggs-Rushing (2nd Team All-District), and Aiden Gutierrez (H.M. All-District).

The Demons will be competing at the Amarillo Tournament on Thursday and Saturday.

Editors Note: This article originally stated that 5 Demon powerlifters were going to state competition. Only 3 Demon powerlifters advanced. The article was updated to correct this.

Twenty-Five Demonette Powerlifters Headed to Regional Meet in Monahans

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March 3, 2022

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Twenty-Five Demonette Powerlifters Headed to Regional Meet in Monahans

MONAHANS, TX – The Dumas Demonettes will have 25 regional qualifiers competing at the Regionals Powerlifting Meet Friday and Saturday at the Ward County Events Center. The top powerlifters will advance to the State Meet on March 18-19 in Corpus Christi.

Journee Mekdara and Natalie Vera will represent Dumas in the 97-pound weight class, while the trio of Mia Reynaga, Jocelyn Ovalle, and Ariyana Gomez will be competing in the 105-pound division.

Andrea Bedoy is the lone Demonette in the 114-pound weight class, and five Dumas powerlifters – Vanessa Martinez, Emilie Rios, America Arenivar, Adi Farni, and Emily Rubio — will be competing in the 123-pound division.

Denisia Garcia and Guadalupe Mendoza will represent Dumas in the 132-pound weight class, while Aliah Jenkins and Libby Weatherford will compete in the 148-pound division.

The Demonettes competing in the 165-pound weight class include Marlene Rodriguez, Emily Pelayo, and Xaida Mendoza. Angel Sanchez will be the lone Dumas powerlifter in the 181-pound division.

Hayley Vecchio and Naomi Dawson will compete in the 198-pound weight class, while Brianna Bustamante and Hayvan Flores will represent the Demonettes in the 220-pound division.

Neveah Montes and Ana Rivera will be competing in the 259-pound weight class and 259+-pound division, respectively.

The 2022 Dumas Powerlifting team – Courtesy Photo: Dumas Powerlifting

Demons Powerlifting Regional Qualifiers

MONAHANS, TX – The Dumas Demons will have 14 regional qualifiers competing at the Regionals Powerlifting Meet on March 8 at the Ward County Events Center. The top powerlifters will advance to the State Meet on March 25-26 in Abilene.

Jose Zamora will represent Dumas in the 114-pound weight class while Jonathan Jaso and Jose Chavira will be competing in the 132-pound division.

In the 148-pound weight class, Jess Philley and Carlos Parra will be looking to advance to the state competition, while James Bednorz will be representing the Demons in the 165-pound division.

Sabien Perry and Yahir Mendoza will be competing in the 181-pound weight class, and Dalton Leven will compete in the 198-pound division.

Arnoldo Hernandez and Angel Quiroz will represent Dumas in the 220-pound weight class, while Hector Pando (275-pounds) and Lucas Martinez (Super Heavyweight) both have their sights set on qualifying for the state meet.

Sports Weekly: Soccer, Softball, Baseball

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March 3, 2022

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Sports Weekly: Soccer, Softball, Baseball

GIRLS SOCCER

DUMAS, TX – The Dumas Demonettes slipped past the Pampa Lady Harvesters on penalty kicks Tuesday in a District 4-4A encounter at Demon Stadium.

The two squads battled to a 3-3 deadlock in regulation time before the Demonettes won the tiebreaker with a 6-5 advantage in penalty kicks.

Junior Arisbeth Loya continued her stellar season with another goal, and junior Yassmin Marchan and sophomore Nora Lugo also booted goals.

Dumas (3-9-3) will travel to Borger Tuesday for a 5 p.m. district clash with the Lady Bulldogs.

Canyon 3, Dumas 2

CANYON, TX – The Demonettes suffered a road loss to the Lady Eagles Friday in a hard-fought district matchup at Canyon High School.

Dumas, which lost 6-0 to Canyon at Demon Stadium on Feb. 15, was paced by junior Arisbeth Loya, who scored both goals for the Demonetttes. Junior Yassmin Marchan tallied both assists for the visitors.

BOYS SOCCER

DUMAS, TX – The Pampa Harvesters broke open a scoreless contest with two second-half goals to defeat the Dumas Demons Tuesday in a District 4-4A matchup at Demon Stadium.

The two squads battled to a scoreless deadlock at the end of the first half, but the Harvesters broke through with a goal at the 36:50 mark in the final half.

Dumas almost knotted the score at the 24:36 mark but was denied by a diving save from the Pampa goalkeeper.

The Demons missed a golden opportunity to tie the game with 18 minutes left on the clock as the visiting goalie made a pair of saves.

Pampa clinched the district win at the 6:32 mark with a nifty goal to defeat the Demons for the second this season.

Dumas will host the Borger Bulldogs at 7 p.m. Friday at Demon Stadium.

Dumas 1, Canyon 0

DUMAS, TX – Ish Marchan scored the lone goal with an assist from Noe Estrada to help Dumas clip the Eagles for the second time this season.

The Demons, who crushed Canyon 5-1 on the road on Feb. 15, overcame a regrouped Eagles’ squad to snap a two-game losing skid.

SOFTBALL

DUMAS, TX – Melaney Granados and Emma Coaly both slugged long balls, and the Dumas Demonettes pounded the Shallowater Lady Mustangs, 21-8, Tuesday at Inferno Softball Field in Dumas.

Granados tallied her sixth home run of the young season, and the Demonettes collected 23 hits in five innings to notch the non-district victory.

Emma Coaly and Melaney Granados both hit home runs during their March 1, 2022 home game against the Shallowater Lady Mustangs.

2022 West Texas Classic

Granados went deep twice, and the Demonettes posted a 4-2 record last weekend at the 2022 West Texas Classic softball tournament at Ulmer Park Softball Complex.

The three-day tournament was co-hosted by Midland High and Legacy High, and raises funds for both Midland ISD softball programs.

Dumas opened the tournament with an 8-1 victory before suffering a 5-0 setback against Lubbock Coronado. However, the Demonettes racked up three consecutive victories to improve their mark to 4-1 before ending the tourney with a 5-0 loss to Midland Lee.

BASEBALL

SHALLOWATER, TX – The Dumas Demons posted a 2-2 record at the Rail Yard Classic baseball tournament held recently at Shallowater High School.

The Demons started the three-day tourney off on a winning note with a 6-3 win over Lubbock Estacado. But the Demons were dealt a loss by Lubbock Trinity to finish the opening day with a 1-1 card.

Dumas notched its second win of the tournament with a 10-8 victory against the Lamesa Tornados, but finished the tourney with a loss to the New Home Leopards.

The Demons will open the Levelland Tournament on Thursday with two games against the Pecos Eagles and the Shallowater Mustangs.