The Daily Press http://www.sweetwaterreporter.com http://www.sweetwaterreporter.com/apfeed.xml--1 Copyright The Daily Press 2013-05-22T17:17:43-04:00 urn:publicid:dailypress.com:88132013-05-22T17:17:43-04:002013-05-22T12:04:25-04:00Copyright 2010 Sweetwater Reporter1 lb. zucchini or squash (about 2 medium-sized)1/4 cup shredded Parmesan (heaping)1/4 cup Panko breadcrumbs (heaping)1 tablespoon olive oil1/4 teaspoon kosher saltfreshly ground pepper, to tasteDirections:Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Line two baking sheets with foil and spray lightly with vegetable spray.Slice zucchini or squash into 1/4 inch-thick rounds. Toss rounds with oil, coating well.In a wide bowl or plate, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan, salt and pepper.Place rounds in Parmesan-breadcrumb mixture, coating both sides of each round, pressing to adhere. The mixture will not completely cover each round, but provides a light coating on each side.Place rounds in a single layer on baking sheets. Sprinkle any remaining breadcrumb mixture over the rounds.Sweetwater, TXTSTC Culinary InstituteZucchini Parmesan CrispsSweetwater Reporterurn:publicid:dailypress.com:8813Change0Usable2013-05-22T12:04:25-04:00 urn:publicid:dailypress.com:88122013-05-22T15:16:50-04:002013-05-22T12:01:50-04:00Copyright 2010 Sweetwater Reporter"I have worked at the pool for 17 years and this is our first price increase," said pool manager Larry Hopple. "The city regrets having to increase the prices, but maintaining the pool is very expensive." The pool will be open Saturday at 1 p.m. and will be open Sunday and Monday for Memorial Day. The pool will be closed the rest of the week and re-open the following Saturday and follow normal schedule.Sweetwater, TXNo author availableCity pool to open this weekendSweetwater Reporterurn:publicid:dailypress.com:8812Change0Usable2013-05-22T12:01:50-04:00 urn:publicid:dailypress.com:88112013-05-22T11:59:12-04:002013-05-22T11:59:12-04:00Copyright 2010 Sweetwater ReporterJenny Cherry is not only the newest member of the board, but the youngest female to ever serve on the Sweetwater school board. She has filled the District 5 seat vacated by Nancy Johnson, who decided not to run for re-election.Also, Genevieve Mayes will continue to serve as the District 1 member, while Becky Jimenez will once again represent District 2 on the school board.As a result, the board was reorganized, as approval was given for the new officers. Mayes will serve as the board president, while Mark Meneses will be the vice president of the board.Sweetwater, TXBelinda SerranoSISD welcomes Cherry as new Board TrusteeSweetwater Reporterurn:publicid:dailypress.com:8811Change0Usable2013-05-22T11:59:12-04:00 urn:publicid:dailypress.com:88102013-05-22T11:56:07-04:002013-05-22T11:56:07-04:00Copyright 2010 Sweetwater ReporterSweetwater, TXNo author availableLuminary lighting to mark ACS 100th anniversarySweetwater Reporterurn:publicid:dailypress.com:8810Change0Usable2013-05-22T11:56:07-04:00 urn:publicid:dailypress.com:88092013-05-22T11:49:57-04:002013-05-22T11:49:57-04:00Copyright 2010 Sweetwater ReporterWhen asked about the name of his business, Sellers said "My little girl, Maggie, came up with the name. She liked the rattlesnakes so much when we moved here."The pool hall is equipped with several pool tables, dart boards, a game room, eight television sets and four projectors, as well as a stage and dance floor. Also located inside is a full bar offering beer, wine and frozen concoctions. "We're working on a kitchen/grill to come in the future," said Sellers.Pool tournaments are held every Monday night. Wednesday nights are Karaoke nights, and a live DJ spins on Thursday and Friday. "I give away $100 every Thursday night as well," Sellers said. "All you have to do is show up and stick around for the drawing." Live Texas Country bands are featured every Saturday night. Bands/artists that have made appearances at Rattlers include Creed Fisher, Chris Brazeal (a Top 30 Country Artist), Southern Circus, Whiskey Kicks, Tyler Moses, Grupo Vida, Garcia Brothers and Conjunto Extremo. Regularly featured DJs are DJ Santos Alvarez and DJ Little J (a Roscoe Plowboy). "Once football season starts up we show all the NFL games on the projector screens," Sellers said. Sweetwater, TXMelissa WinslowRattlers offering local entertainmentSweetwater Reporterurn:publicid:dailypress.com:8809Change0Usable2013-05-22T11:49:57-04:00 urn:publicid:dailypress.com:88052013-05-22T09:27:41-04:002013-05-22T09:27:41-04:00Copyright 2010 Sweetwater ReporterExpect mostly clear conditions tonight with a low around 70, with southeastern winds around 15 mph, and gusts as high as 20 mph.Sweetwater, TXNo author availableLocal weather for WednesdaySweetwater Reporterurn:publicid:dailypress.com:8805Change0Usable2013-05-22T09:27:41-04:00 urn:publicid:dailypress.com:88012013-05-21T12:08:32-04:002013-05-21T12:08:32-04:00Copyright 2010 Sweetwater ReporterTo honor these women and their role in the nation’s history, The National WASP WWII Museum in Sweetwater will host the Ninth Annual WASP Homecoming at Avenger Field. The event will be an all-day affair on Saturday, May 25, and will include plenty of excitement for all ages. The festivities will begin early with several warbirds and other planes on display. A spokesperson for the museum said they expect a Beech-18, a T-6 Texan, a Fairchild PT-19 and several Stearman PT-17s to be among the planes in the air and on the ground at Avenger Field. But, perhaps the highlight of this year’s plane line-up is the opportunity to get up close to a Douglas C-47 Skytrain. This particular C-47 is believed to have more WWII history than any other C-47 still flying today. Also available at the event will be the opportunity for children between the ages of 8 and 17 to go up for a ride in an airplane as part of the EAA Young Eagles program. There will be plenty of other activities and sights throughout the day including HANGARburgers and Fififries for lunch and an opportunity to meet the WASP in attendance. Carol Cain, the museum administrator, is inviting and encouraging the public to come out and learn the history of the WASP and to visit with them. “You have to realize,” Cain said, “These women were in their teens and early 20s in 1943. That puts most of them close to 90 years old.” The museum expects 18 WASP to attend this year’s homecoming, down slightly from last year’s attendance. “These women are an inspiration to girls and women across the globe,” Cain said. “They volunteered for this role. They are trailblazers.” U.S. Air Force Major Caroline A. Jensen is one example of a young woman motivated by what the WASP accomplished. Now in her first season with the U.S. Air Force Demonstration Squadron (“Thunderbirds”), Major Jensen said, “I know that I am able to do what I do today because of their courage, service, grace and skill. I have been fully aware of the WASP and their service and I have felt them with me every step of the way in my military career.” Major Jensen will be the featured speaker and will host the WASP Forum, at this year’s event. The museum recommends that anyone interested in attending the Ninth Annual WASP Homecoming visit www.waspmuseum.org for more information about the occasion. “We are looking forward to a special day and we welcome everyone to come out and participate,” Cain added.Sweetwater, TXNo author availableNational WASP WWII Museum to host 9th WASP HomecomingSweetwater Reporterurn:publicid:dailypress.com:8801Change0Usable2013-05-21T12:08:32-04:00 urn:publicid:dailypress.com:88002013-05-21T12:06:58-04:002013-05-21T12:06:58-04:00Copyright 2010 Sweetwater ReporterThe free program was presented by Dr. Mark Seibel, an orthopedic surgeon at RPMH. Arthritis is a generic, non-specific term which can be translated to be defined as "joint inflammation". The first part of the word, "arthr-," means joint, while "-itis" means inflammation.The disorder can affect any type of joint in the body, but the most common areas affected are the hip, knee and back. While a degeneration is the most common cause of arthritis, other examples include infection, trauma, or a rotator cuff tear in the shoulder.Due to the progressive destruction of cartilage and bone, arthritis is usually a slow change. Symptoms include pain, stiffness, loss of motion and function, and deformity.Dr. Seibel showed participants some x-rays of a hip and knee affected by arthritis. He noted that 75% of the time, arthritis sufferers are affected in the inner half of the joint, while the other 25% see damage to the outer half of the joint.When evaluating if a patient has arthritis, history will be considered while some other procedures take place. Among them are a physical exam and plain x-rays.However, a full-length x-ray would be performed as needed, but is not conducted very often. And if no other factors are at play, no lab work will typically be done.There are two ways to treat arthritis: through non-surgical and surgical means. The former tends to be less costly with readily available options. But with arthritis, there is no middle ground with pain and treatment, as Dr. Seibel called it an "all or none" approach.With non-surgical treatment, activities can be modified, heat or cold can be applied to the area, or different medicines can be taken. Tylenol is usually the first method, while anti-inflammatories (like Motrin or its generic form) can be given. However, an anti-inflammatory like Celebrex would need to be prescribed by a doctor. Narcotics can be useful for some period of time, while glucosamine/chondroitin sulfate--like Osteo Bi-Flex--can be administered.Non-traditional methods like tai chi or acupuncture can be used, but patients must educate themselves before selecting the treatment. Additionally, physical therapy, cautious bracing, assistive devices, weight loss, and smoking cessation can be beneficial. Injections, like a cortisone steroid or a viscosupplementation (hyaluronic acid/rooster comb) can be used as well, but the method is not very simple. Patient history and an exam must be done prior to the injection--typically done in the knee--and can be very costly depending on insurance.Furthermore, injections have shown to be unreliable in their effectiveness, only offering a temporary solution. As the deterioration of the joint continues, there are also problems on how and how long the treatment works.The same can be said for any non-surgical methods, as a temporary effect is evident with an unreliable effectiveness. But while medication risks are also present with non-surgical treatment, some people are not candidates for surgery, leaving them with the only option of non-surgical methods.On the other hand, the surgical solutions for arthritis range from arthroscopy, realignment, or a partial or total joint replacement. Dr. Seibel also showed x-rays with joint replacement components in the knee, shoulder and hip. For knees, some patients are opting for gender specific knees offered, although it is not yet conclusive on how they works and tend to be more costly. Hip replacement options include metal-on-metal and ceramic--although both have been recalled as of late--and metal-on-plastic. Patients should always ask their doctor which option is being used and why the selection was made.As with any surgery, problems with pain, function, infection and wound healing may arise. Some loosening or dislocation may also occur, leading to the possible need for revision.Since joint replacement is a big surgery, Dr. Seibel made some recommendations. Patients should do their homework, get a second or even third opinion (if necessary) and have a lengthy discussion with their surgeon by asking lots of questions.Since arthritis is slowly progressive in most cases, sufferers should not be in a hurry to have surgery. Make sure that surgery is the best option--as it cannot be undone, and that the final decision is made by you, the patient.Attendees were also able to take home various handouts which discussed an arthritis treatment guideline for the knee, guidelines on antibiotics for dental work and DVT (deep vein thrombosis) prophylaxis, risks on injections and a list of websites.Dr. Seibel stressed that with websites, patients should be cautious if a site promotes a product or service, as the information may be skewed. Because a professional site's purpose is to inform and educate others, they typically have no advertising.Sweetwater, TXBelinda SerranoRecent "Lunch and Learn" seminar focuses on arthritisSweetwater Reporterurn:publicid:dailypress.com:8800Change0Usable2013-05-21T12:06:58-04:00 urn:publicid:dailypress.com:87992013-05-21T12:04:49-04:002013-05-21T12:04:49-04:00Copyright 2010 Sweetwater ReporterThe first request was to rezone a 29.544 acre tract from an E-1 dwelling district to an H business district. The area is more commonly recognized as 501 E. Bradford Lane, which is located east of the property owned by Devon Energy. Initially, the item was originally slated to be a K zone, but a request by the PWhile an E-1 zone eliminates the need for maintenance in yards--like in the instances of town houses, the H zone does not allow for industrial activity. A proposal from the company was shown to the PThe only input heard on this item was from Gil Cherry, who said that he was disappointed that no one from the company was present to discuss the plans. However, Cherry added that if an RV park would be placed in the area, he had no objections.The second request was for the rezoning of all of block 1 of the city's Southside Addition from a B dwelling district to a H business district. The block is located behind the used vehicle lot of Family RV Center, on the northwest side of Interstate 20 by Robert Lee, Arizona, Mississippi and Lanham streets.Joe Jaramillo spoke on the matter, who stated that he is looking at developing an RV park on the land for the community. No official plans have been drafted, but he estimates that 40 to 45 lots could be placed on the area.Sweetwater, TXBelinda SerranoRezoning requests approved by citySweetwater Reporterurn:publicid:dailypress.com:8799Change0Usable2013-05-21T12:04:49-04:00 urn:publicid:dailypress.com:87962013-05-21T09:19:36-04:002013-05-21T09:19:36-04:00Copyright 2010 Sweetwater ReporterTonight, expect mostly clear conditions with a low around 64 and winds remaining from the north at 5 to 10 mph. In the evening, winds will become light and variable.Sweetwater, TXNo author availableLocal weather for TuesdaySweetwater Reporterurn:publicid:dailypress.com:8796Change0Usable2013-05-21T09:19:36-04:00