Anahuac National Bank 801 South Ross Sterling (409) 267-3106 • www.anbank.net A Family of Community Banks East Chambers County Bank Winnie, TX 77665 (409) 296-2265 • www.eastccbank.net Serving Southeast Texas Barbers Hill Bank Eagle Drive & (Inside HEB) Independently Owned and Operated with Locations Mont Belvieu, TX 77580 across Chambers and Liberty County! (281) 385-6455 • www.bhbank.net Hardin Bank Hardin, TX 77561 (936) 298-2265 • www.hardinbank.net HURRICANE AWARENESS INSIDE The Progress Serving Chambers County Since 1908 Wednesday • July 29, 2020 • www.theanahuacprogress.com • Volume 112 - No. 01 • 75¢ Obituary Notices Waiver for disconnection of services Huel Fontenot will end Sept. 1 for TBCD customers DETAILS ON PAGE 4A By Sue Hawthorne Goodson, who resigned recently. The board voted to return to the district dis- INSIDE Contributing Writer Long-time Winnie resident and returning connection policy for nonpayment of utility bills General Manager James Gibson spoke on vari- beginning September 1. Gibson said the order Around Town 2A The Trinity Bay Conservation District board ous aspects of district operations as he is getting has been lifted that allowed for a waiver of dis- Obituary notices 4A authorized attorney Hubert Oxford IV July 15 to re-acquainted after an approximate 30-year connections adding, “it’s time to send out notic- Local News 5A negotiate a counter offer with former General absence. es.” He added that about $99,000 in utility bill- Manager Jerry Shadden. The board voted a few He and the board discussed the fee charged for ing has not been collected. The board authorized Business Directrory 9A weeks ago to buy out Shadden’s contract. It was credit card payments with Gibson stating that he the staff to work out individual payment arrange- Classifi eds 8A also stated that if Shadden does not accept the will check to see whether the current five per- ments for patrons who contact the office to set counter offer, the amount of the offer goes to cent fee can be negotiated. He asked for more up a plan. zero. time to go over other district operations, includ- The board and staff members also discussed COVID-19 UPDATE In other matters during the Zoom meeting, the ing a district automobile policy, hours of opera- the possibility of adopting an electronic meter board went over the provisions presented by tion and entering into vendor agreements to system to help with the time taken to manually As of press time: newly-hired attorney Hubert Oxford IV of his provide time clock and vehicle tracking servic- 5,471 Chambers County duties for the district. Oxford replaces Guy es. TBCD UPDATES - 2A citizens have been tested for COVID-19

850 tested positive 205 are active cases Dayton man faces charges 639 have recovered, 18 have been of capital murder hospitalized Sheriff Brian Hawthorne reports that Division and Crime Scene Unit, along with Cheryl Lieck’ 6 related deaths Thomas Andrew Daigle, 23, of Dayton, the Texas Rangers, responded to the scene office for East County = 88 Texas, has been charged with the Capital to begin investigating the incident as a sus- review. After Mid-County = 153 Murder of Scott Privat. On pected homicide. Detectives have spent reviewing the Thursday March 19, the over four months continuously investigating case, it was West County = 601 Chambers County Sheriff’s every lead that has been uncovered in refer- determined Office was dispatched to the ence to this homicide. With the assistance that there was home of Scott Privat in the of Crime Stoppers and the Liberty County probable FISHING 10000 block of FM 562 in Sheriff’s Office, Detectives received multi- cause to issue reference to a possible ple tips that helped identify a new person of an Arrest deceased person. Upon arriv- interest. Detectives revisited the crime Warrant for Thomas Andrew Daigle for REPORT Thomas al deputies discovered Privat scene multiple times, went through large Capital Murder. Today Judge Randy Daigle deceased with obvious signs amounts of records of evidentiary value, McDonald issued an arrest warrant for Trinity Bay of foul play present along and conducted dozens of interviews. Thomas Daigle for Capital Murder with no GOOD. 86-87 degrees. with evidence that a crime had occurred. Detectives with the Chambers County bond. Shortly after the warrant was issued, Fish the wells for speck- Detectives with the Chambers County Sheriff’s Office presented an arrest warrant led trout with live croaker Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigations to Chambers County District Attorney MURDER CASE - 10A or shrimp. Redfish and speckled trout are good using shrimp under a popping cork or dredge Council considers new Everyone needs to know a Jimmy croaker around the reefs. Flounder are fair around internet service to lay fi ber By Bill Hartman, rocks using mullet or Hartman Newspapers, Inc. minnow. optic lines in City of Anahuac I hope all of you have or had a Jimmy in your life. East Galveston Bay By Sue Hawthorne out the area. City Administrator A Jimmy fits in the top five of GOOD. 86-88 degrees. Contributing Writer Keith Kathan said he would your best friends, and is the guy Speckled trout has been meet with Meche, soon to work who’ll do anything for you and the most popular, and the nahuac City out a proposal to submit to coun- never ask why. Jim Chionsini redfish are beginning to Council spoke cil, perhaps as early as the was my Jimmy. We lost him this show up as well. Best with an Internet August meeting. week when his big heart quit at baits to use are live company July In other matters, council age 74. He had hundreds of best shrimp as well as live 13 about possi- approved a request from Wells friends and once you got to piggy perch. Bull Redfish blyA laying fiber optic lines Land Survey to divide a 2.4-acre know him, you’d understand. season is approaching as throughout the city. Randy parcel of land on Oak Street into Always wearing a big Italian they have started the Meche with Internet Management six lots for residential develop- smile, Jimmy never met a annual pre-spawn. Watch Solutions, Liberty, said his com- ment. stranger. Wherever he and wife the redfish bite increase pany is very interested in work- Council did not approve a plucked Jimmy out of the adver- Macy went, they left a mark on over the next couple of ing with the city on providing request by citizen Leonard tising department of the the people they met. weeks around the bays. Internet services to its citizens. Wilson, who asked for an adjust- Galveston Daily News and sent Jim was a native of La Marque, Meche said that today’s under- ment to his water bill due to a him to Madawaska, Maine, to attended Lamar University and West Galveston Bay ground fiber optic system has a water hose being left on. City become publisher of that news- proudly served a hitch in the GOOD. 86-88 degrees. nearly unlimited shelf life with a Secretary Julie Harvill told paper in the frigid Northeast. US. Navy. We knew each other The reefs and other struc- single strand providing a large council that the bill was in line After a couple of seasons of before we actually met. tures located around the amount of data. with Mr. Wilson’s normal billing Maine’s freezing winters, he I knew who he was and where ship channel will be good He added that Cypress Point amount. called his boss in Galveston, he worked int he newspaper areas to find speckled near White’s Park has an IMS Council determined that the Les Daughry, and said, “Boss, I business, and vice versa. We trout. Soft plastics like underground fiber optic system, newly renovated City Hall would can’t handle this weather and officially shook hands and Bass Assassins and adding that the company has be open to patrons to come in to I’d like to come home.” became fast friends in 1972. Norton Sand Eels are still many other customers through- producing well. CITY COUNCIL - 2A A mutual friend in Galveston CHIOSINI - 10A Topwaters can be great for midday use. Redfish are schooled up and roaming the open bays. The best combo is deep water and structure.

© 2020 All Rights Reserved Protected by copyright and any reproduction is prohibited with- out express written consent of the publisher “Th ank a Veteran or Service Person Every Day” The Progress 2A Wednesday • July 29, 2020 community Entergy Texas offers additional CITY COUNCIL UPDATES payment options for customers Continued from front page cial operations within an area that Council discussed the broken affected by COVID-19 -pay their utility bills and to con- is deemed residential. She also outside sprinkler system at City duct any other city business, effec- spoke of the goal by council of Hall, opting not to repair the small While the state continues to grapple with the health and economic impacts from COVID-19, Entergy Texas is tive July 14. Guidelines include manufactured homes being allowed system, and approved a request implementing an Enhanced Customer Assistance Plan that the wearing of a face covering as in specific areas. from the administrative staff to includes offering flexible options to extend time to pay well as a temperature check for Davis indicated there could be repaint the exterior of the build- with payment arrangements, and waiving late fees if any. customers who need more City an easier way of accomplishing ing. As part of this plan, any customer experiencing financial Hall access than just the lobby to these goals without an actual zon- Council also hired Larry Standley hardship is eligible to take up to twelve months to pay their pay their bills. ing provision, adding he will meet to repair the parking lot at a cost of current bill and/or unpaid balances. In other matters, council visited with the administrative staff about $3,715. Funds will come from left- “We recognize that the COVID-19 pandemic is still with attorney Brandon Davis, hired the pending plan. over insurance money that was affecting our customers and understand how disruptive this to look over the city’s comprehen- Council discussed the need for a available for City Hall after it took continues to be,” said Sallie Rainer, president and CEO of sive plan that is in progress. The survey on the northeast corner of on some water in Harvey. Entergy Texas. “We want to do everything we can to help plan includes restrictions regard- the city at the current boat-kayak Kathan told council he will sub- our customers, which is why we encourage any customers needing assistance to contact us now so we can work with ing commercial establishments launch site into Lake Anahuac. A mit a grant application that, if you.” operating in what would become a homeowner of adjoining property approved, would help pay for the Customers with a past due balance are encouraged to strictly residential area. The plan claims the newly installed kayak city’s planned water meter replace- contact Entergy as soon as possible to make payment also has restrictions regarding the launch is on his property. An ment program. He said the city arrangements and discuss other enhanced customer assis- placement of manufactured amount of $2,200 was approved would know in October whether or tance offers while they are available. homes. for a survey of that area. not it received the grant. For our customers’ convenience, new self-service Davis had not yet seen the plan After council discussion, it was Council members also spoke of options are available on our website to extend whatever but asked council about their goal determined to continue to discon- the new mural on the City’s above payment arrangement that works best for them. Visit with the restrictions. nect patrons who have two or more ground water storage tank. The entergy.com/payarrangements, or select Deferred Payment “What are you all trying to utility bills past due. Beginning mural is an Anahuac Municipal on the Entergy Mobile App, or call 1-800-ENTERGY and achieve with zoning?” he asked. next month, the city will start back Development District project and follow our automated response system billing and payment menu. Mayor Cheryl Sanders replied with the normal disconnects each was designed by local artist Toby Some customers have unique circumstances that may that the city wants to stop commer- month. Haynes. require further special assistance. We encourage them to contact us at 1-800-ENTERGY for help with their unpaid balance. TBCD UPDATES We are also helping guide our customers, including low- Continued from front page income customers, to federal, local and state financial assistance while it is still available. You can access this information at entergy.com/covid-19/txresources/. read meters monthly. in an electronic system is a factor. Gilbert; and Operations - Greg Turner “We also urge our customers to remain cautious, as Gibson said that staff members cur- The board authorized Gibson to and Tommy Gilbert. scammers are working to take advantage of the fear this rently take about six days each month receive quotes on an electronic water Staff members reported on various pandemic has created, threatening disconnection of service to read the approximate 5,500 meters meter system pilot program. projects throughout the district, includ- and asking for immediate payment over the phone,” con- throughout the spread-out district, The board assigned directors to ing drainage projects as well as sewer tinued Rainer. “Please know that we will never ask for your sometimes resulting in fluctuation in work with staff members on various line installation along Highway 61. personal information over the phone or demand payment the service period. committee regarding aspects of the Staff and board members also dis- using money orders or gift cards. You can visit entergy. “It’s an expensive project, we would district: Finance - Cody Bauer and cussed the need to streamline opera- com/scams/ to learn how to protect yourself.” try to phase it in,” he added. He also Dorothy Hamilton; Personnel - tions so new connections can be han- Entergy Texas will continue to monitor the pandemic’s said that the replacement of batteries Dorothy Hamilton and Tommy dled more promptly. impact in Texas and update our Enhanced Customer Assistance Plan as appropriate in consultation with the Public Utility Commission of Texas. 0 Entergy Texas, Inc. provides electricity to approxi- mately 461,000 customers in 27 counties. Entergy Corporation is an integrated energy company engaged pri- marily in electric power production and retail distribution operations. Entergy owns and operates power plants with approximately 30,000 megawatts of electric generating capacity, including nearly 8,000 megawatts of nuclear power. Entergy delivers electricity to 2.9 million utility customers in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. Entergy has annual revenues of approximately $11 billion and more than 13,000 employees. VETERANS POST Scam Pharmacist sentenced

By Freddy Groves

Most of us are locked down due to the coronavirus, but apparently the wheels of justice keep on turning. A few months ago I wrote about a Houston pharmacist, his wife and their pal who scammed the government out of $21 million in fake pharmacy orders. The guy and his wife have now been sentenced. Their scam was to whip up medicinal creams and gels that they would mail to injured state and federal employ- ees, then send the bill to the government after their pal created fake prescriptions. The Feds got them for a laundry list of charges, including conspiracy to commit health care fraud, conspiracy to pay and receive kickbacks, 11 counts of health care fraud and three counts of wire fraud dating back to 2009. Many government departments were involved, including the Department of Veterans Affairs. The pharmacist, age 75, won’t see daylight again for 10 years, and he has to pay back $12 million in cash and for- feiture. The wife, however, is somehow getting off light. She’s 68 and has to pay back pay $950,000 in restitution and forfeiture, but will serve a mere 30 days in home con- finement. How does that work, one wonders. Due to the pandemic, nobody is going out. Thirty days at home doesn’t seem like much punishment since we’re all doing it anyway. She pleaded guilty to one charge. Does that play into it, that she admitted her role? And did he get 10 years because he argued against the charges and tried to pass off the medica- tions he was sending out as marketing materials. Then again, maybe her portion of the “forfeiture” had to do with giving up that (very) upscale house in Houston. Their accomplice is still on the lam. Anoop Kumar Chaturvedi, age 48, is a legal permanent resident from India. The government wants to find him. If you know where he is, call the Office of Inspector General of the U.S. Post Office at 1-888-877-7644. (c) 2020 King Features Synd., Inc. The Progress for the record Wednesday • July 29, 2020 3A Chambers County Patti L. Chambers County Jail Log Constable PCT. 5 Henry From the Offi ce of Sheriff Brian Hawthorne Brad District clerk Passports he following persons were arrested and booked into the Chambers County Jail. Moon T Individuals arrested are presumed innocent until proven guilty by a court of law. M-F 8 am -11 am Note that not all persons allegedly charged committed the crime in Chambers County, & 1pm - 4pm only perhaps arrested in Chambers County on outstanding warrant(s) or for violating the 409-267-2432 law while in Chambers County. 409-267-2563 CHAMBERS COUNTY counts of possession of a controlled possession of controlled substance, ed on charges for possession of a JAIL LOG substance PG1, greater than or PG2, up to 1gram. controlled substance PG1, greater July 19 – July 25, 2020 equal to 4grams, but less than than or equal to 4gram, but less Chambers County 200grams, possession of a con- On JULY 22, the following than 200grams and possession of a On JULY 19, the following trolled substance, PG1A, up to 20 individuals were arrested for: dangerous drug. County individuals were arrested for: analog units, and tampering with identification numbers. CHRISTOPHER LAVELLE On JULY 25, the following Commissioner MARIO TELLEZ-MURILLO, HENDON, of Baytown, was arrest- individuals were arrested for: of Baytown, was arrested on charg- LEVANDER JAY LIGGINS, of ed on charges for unauthorized use PCT. 1 es for aggravated assault with dead- Leesville, La., was arrested on of a vehicle. DEVIN PAUL PETE, of Houston, ly weapon. charges for possession of marijua- was arrested on charges for posses- na, greater than 4oz, but less than SCOTT GRAYSON HUNT, of sion of a controlled substance PG1, Jimmy JOSE LUIS MEDINA, of 5lbs, and unlawful possession of a Beaumont, was arrested on charges up to 1gram, possession of a con- Baytown, was arrested on warrant firearm by a felon. for possession of a controlled sub- trolled substance PG1, greater than charges for IND: assault of a family stance PG1, up to 1gram. or equal to 4grams, but less than or household member by impeding CHARLES AARON BIVINS, of 200grams, possession of a danger- breath or blood circulation. Kountze, was arrested on warrant On JULY 23, the following ous drug, possession of a controlled Gore charges for BR: burglary of habita- individuals were arrested for: substance PG3, up to 28grams and On JULY 20, the following tion. false drug test falsification device. individuals were arrested for: JOSEPH ANDRES VARGAS, of 409-296-8250 On JULY 21, the following Pasadena, was arrested on warrant MICHAEL TANNER BONDS, GERALD EUGENE individuals were arrested for: charges fraudulent use and or pos- of Dayton, was arrested of manu- SATCHELL, of Baytown, was session of 5 identifying items, facturing and or delivery of a con- arrested on charges for possession THOMAS A. DAIGLE, of assault of a family member and trolled substance, PG1, up to of a controlled substance PG1, up Dayton, was arrested on warrant charges of possession of marijuana 1grams, and possession of marijua- to 1 gram, two counts of possession charges for capital murder by ter- up to 2oz. na. DEFINITIONS: of a controlled substance PG1, rorist threat. BF: greater than or equal to 4grams, but VICTOR QUASHIE, of Baytown, JOSHUA RAY SWANSON, of BOND FORFEITURE less than 200grams, possession of a KENNETH EARL LEWIS, JR., was arrested on charges for bur- Baytown, was arrested on charges MTRP: controlled substance, PG1A, up to of Hankamer, was arrested on glary of a building and theft of a for possession of a controlled sub- MOTION TO REVOKE 20 analog units, and tampering with charges for parole violation. firearm. stance PG1, up to 1gram, two PROBATION identification numbers. counts of possession of a controlled AOSS: KRISTIN ASHLEY MOORE, of On JULY 24, the following substance PG1, greater than or AFFIDAVIT OF KATIE BLAIR KILGORE, of Baytown, was arrested on charges individuals were arrested for: equal to 4grams, but less than SURETY SURRENDER Baytown, was arrested on charges for possession of a controlled sub- 200grams, two counts of posses- IND: for possession of a controlled sub- stance, PG1, greater than or equal NICHOLE DEANN SAN sion of a controlled substance PG3, INDICTMENT stance PG1, up to 1 gram, two to 1gram, but less than 4grams, MIGUEL, of Baytown, was arrest- up to 28grams. 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You can gently clean the upholstery, Disney’s Cinderella mosaic. incredibly bad smell permeating the car. scent, at least temporarily. floor mats and headliner with a cloth dipped in The company says that Jumper smells almost as bad today as he did Another cleaning recipe, found on American a solution of water and baking soda. The bak- “guests can see that each of on Sunday. How can I get rid of the odor? -- Kennel Club’s website (www.AKC.org), ing soda will dry to a haze and needs to be Cinderella’s stepsisters Rick in Burlington, Vermont mixes baking soda with mild detergent and vacuumed off. Follow up with a shampoo for- appears with her own spe- household hydrogen peroxide (3% strength). mulated for car interiors. cial facial tint. One sister DEAR RICK: That odor really lingers! 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If you can’t do so Libra. This will make daily life that much better and help on your own, ask a buddy to assist you. you put a positive spin on anything. Huel Ray Fontenot, 80, TAURUS – Apr 21/May 21 SCORPIO – Oct 24/Nov 22 of Orange, passed away on This is your time to ramp up the romance, Taurus. If you You may be a little moody and things may not be going July 23, 2020, in Houston. are single, employ some dating apps to find a new match. according to plan right now, Scorpio. But all it takes is a Funeral services will be If you’re in a relationship, exchange romantic texts. minor adjustment to change all of that immediately. at 3:00 p.m., Sunday, August GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 SAGITTARIUS – Nov 23/Dec 21 2, 2020, at Claybar Funeral No one can make healthy decisions for you, Gemini. It is Sagittarius, with all the pressure you have been under Home in Orange. Officiating up to you to make some changes. Recommit to healthy eat- lately, it can be easy to buckle. However, you have energy will be Chaplain Mike ing and exercise this week. reserves in droves and can muscle your way through. Eaves. CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 CAPRICORN – Dec 22/Jan 20 Visitation will be from Cancer, if your relationship has been complicated by Miscommunication at work may lead to confusion and 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., finances and power struggles, that will start to settle in the broken agreements, Capricorn. You may have to be the Sunday, August 2, 2020, at days to come. You will find a middle ground. level head in this situation and pull everyone together. Claybar Funeral Home in LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 AQUARIUS – Jan 21/Feb 18 Orange. Your significant other can be the catalyst for change, Aquarius, keep a level head through a demanding time. Born in Liberty, Texas, on the lives of everyone he Leo. He or she may help you propel your career and poten- You’re being pulled in many directions, but you’ve always on June 11, 1940, he was tially open up doors you never considered. been cool under pressure and now is no different. the son of Oliver Huel met and will forever be remembered in the hearts of VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 PISCES – Feb 19/Mar 20 Fontenot and Ida Cora Virgo, you may need to get some things of your chest Dreams fill your mind, Pisces. But you have to operate (Abshier) Fontenot. Huel those he leaves behind. He was preceded in death soon. But don’t fret. You’ll be able to get your emotions out in the real world. See if you can merge your goals with led a dedicated life dressed and start over with a fresh and calm perspective. your dreams this week. in blue, passionate about his by his second wife, Mary work in law enforcement Fontenot; parents, Oliver for over 30 years. and Ida Fontenot; and Entertainment Corner He graduated from the daughter, Kelly Fontenot. DPS Academy in 1965. He He is survived by his lov- served as a State Trooper ing wife, Donna Fontenot; for 14 years. He also served children, Randall Fontenot as a police officer in West and wife Diane of Copperas Orange, Pinehurst, and was Cove, Donna Grisham of a deputy constable. Temple, and Amy Hanks He was elected and served and husband Chad of two terms as the Sheriff of College Station; step chil- Orange County. As sheriff, dren, Andy Walton and wife he started the DARE Misty of Normangee, Derek Program and become the Walton and wife Mandy of first sheriff in Texas to Knoxville, Tennessee, and graduate from the Law Brandi Carter of Bridge Enforcement Management City; 13 grandchildren; 5 Institute of Texas from Sam great-grandchildren; broth- Houston University. er, Jackie Fontenot and wife Marie of Anahuac; and Huel was a 32nd Degree nieces & nephews, Nick Mason for Masonic Lodge Esparza, Kayla Matheson, 126 since 1970. He continu- Scott Goodman, Denisha ously made lasting impacts LaFleur, and Rebel Cooley. Home Country

By Slim Randles

Dud and I had just about finished solving the problems on page one and were about to start solving sports dilemmas when Bert mumbled some- thing. Now Bert, usually loquacious, was in one of his rare, but deadly, silent coffee mornings. Normally he’d fill the Mule Barn truck stop with his pronouncements on life, love, literature and the price of cauliflower, but not today. I took a sip and turned to Bert. “You say something, Bert?” “Seeds and froth,” he mumbled. “Seeds and froth?” “It’s not like it was my fault, you know. What did I do? Hey, sometimes seeds and froth just happen to people, and there’s no need to jump all over me about it.” Dud and I nodded as if we understood. We assumed more would be coming. It was. “I mean, is it a crime to own a mule? No. So I own a mule. So seeds and froth come along and the mule owner gets it? Where’s the justice in that? Ol’ Jack was hungry. Is that a crime now? And is it my fault? I don’t think so.” “How is ol’ Jack, anyway?” We all knew and loved the stove-up old retired mule that Bert took so much pride in. “He’s in the doghouse big time with Maizie,” Bert said. “Why shouldn’t she shoulder some responsibility for the seeds and froth? I mean, you could actually give her some of the blame for this mess, you know. She’s the one left the car window down.” “Do I have to hurt you, Bert?” “Huh? Oh, well, see, here’s what happened. Maizie did the shopping and drove in the yard, and you know how ol’ Jack likes to be loose and wander around the yard, right? So she took some groceries in the house, but not all of them, and Jack found the passenger window open and when she came back....” He put his head in his hands. “How was I supposed to know mules liked watermel- 1. GENERAL KNOWLEDGE: What is the birthstone on? You guys ever feed watermelon to a mule? Me neither. traditionally associated with the month of July? Who knew? By the time Maizie got back for her next load, 2. MOVIES: What was the name of the artifi cial intelli- ol’ Jack had eaten about two thirds of that watermelon on gence system in “The Terminator” movie series? the seat. Man, there were seeds and froth all over the seat, 3. CHEMISTRY: Which element has the chemical sym- the floor, the door and the mule. And I swear ... I swear to bol Pt? you ... he started grinning when he saw her coming back 4. HISTORY: Which two boxers were matched in 1974’s out of the house.” “The Rumble in the Jungle” contest in Zaire? “And I guess you had to clean it up.” He nodded. “Dang mule has the table manners of a two- 5. ANATOMY: What is the common name for the hal- year-old. When you mix seeds and froth with mule slob- lux? ber? Well ... don’t do it.” 6. AD SLOGANS: Which product is featured in the advertising slogan “Obey your thirst”? Brought to you by Home Country (the book) at lpd- 7. 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PUZZLE ANSWERS ON PAGE 3A The Progress local news Wednesday • July 29, 2020 5A Public Notification of Lung Cancer screening can save lives Nondiscrimination in Career The Lung Cancer Screening can reduce the risk of cancer, but also sures in all of its doctors’ offices and and Technical Education Program at Houston Methodist provides other health benefits, includ- clinics in response to the COVID-19 Baytown Hospital helps high risk ing improved circulation and heart pandemic to ensure the health and patients receive a diagnosis and treat- and lung function. well-being of our patients: Programs ment plan at an early stage of the dis- “A smoker can cut his or her risk of • Screening all patients when sched- ease. lung cancer by as much uling appointments for symptoms and Anahuac ISD offers career and technical education pro- The program pro- as 50 percent by quit- exposure risk grams in agriculture, technology and communications, vides fast, accurate ting,” Oueini said. “It’s • All patients and hospital staff are business management and administration, education and and efficient diagnosis never too late to gain required to wear masks training, finance, hospitality and tourism, human services, and management of some benefit and, of • Minimizing the number of patients information technology, law/public safety, health science, suspicious lung nod- course, the earlier you we are seeing per day in our clinics by arts, A/V technology and communication, and STEM for ules through expert quit, the better.” expanding virtual services and stag- high school students. Admission to these programs is analysis by a radiolo- Another common gering in-person appointments based on interest and aptitude, age appropriateness, and gist, interventional myth is that only smok- • Using Centers for Disease Control class space. pulmonologist or tho- ers get lung cancer. and Prevention (CDC)-recommended It is the policy of Anahuac ISD not to discriminate on the racic surgeon. While smoking is by testing for our employees basis of race, color, national origin, sex, or handicap in its Suspicious lung far the number one • Screening all patients upon arrival vocational programs, services, or activities as required by nodules—small mass- cause, approximately with temperature checks and an expo- Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title es of tissue in the 20 percent of lung can- sure questionnaire IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; and Section 504 lung—are quite com- cers occur in patients • Wearing personal protective of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended. mon and detected who have never equipment (PPE) while providing It is the policy of Anahuac ISD not to discriminate on through chest imaging, smoked. Some of those patient care the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, handicap, or such as X-ray and CT cases are the result of • Reorganizing waiting rooms and age in its employment practices as required by Title VI of scans. Nodules can be cancerous, genetic mutations; others are caused check-in lines to ensure social dis- the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; Title IX of the though most are benign. Noncancerous by environmental factors, such as tancing Education Amendments of 1972; the Age Discrimination nodules usually require no treatment, exposure to asbestos or radon gas. • Implementing additional sanita- Act of 1975, as amended; and Section 504 of the with your doctor possibly recom- Regardless of the underlying cause, tion processes to disinfect all equip- Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended. mending periodic imaging tests to early detection is critical to survival ment and surfaces Anahuac ISD will take steps to ensure that lack of monitor their growth or changes. rates. Lung cancer patients can now For more information on the Lung English language skills will not be a barrier to admission Patients diagnosed with malignant benefit from a range of new, targeted Cancer Screening Program at Houston and participation in all educational and vocational pro- nodules may begin a treatment plan therapies, such as low-dose radiation Methodist Baytown Hospital, visit grams. developed through collaboration CT scanning for high-risk patients. houstonmethodist.org/baytown or call For information about your rights or grievance proce- between oncologists, pulmonologists “In the past, most patients didn’t 281-428-4510. dures, contact the Title IX Coordinator, Dennis Wagner, and thoracic surgeons. realize they had lung cancer until it P.O. Box 369, Anahuac, Texas 77514, (409)267-3600 and / Dr. Houssam Oueini, pulmonologist was in an advanced stage,” said About Houston Methodist Baytown or the Section 504 Coordinator, Cindy Bertrand, P.O. Box at Houston Methodist Baytown Oueini. “Screening with CT gives us Hospital 1270, Anahuac, Texas 77514, (409)267-2018. Hospital, says patients should not the opportunity to detect lung cancer Houston Methodist Baytown delay lung cancer screening due to long before it becomes symptomatic Hospital has provided Baytown and concerns over COVID-19 safety. or spreads outside the lungs. And east Harris, Liberty and Chambers Anahuac ISD ofrece programas de la educacion de la “Because smoking rates have fallen early detection is one of the keys to counties with quality medical care carrera y de la tecnico en agricultura, en la tecnología y in recent decades, many people assume successful treatment.” since opening its doors in 1948. The comunicaciones, administracion y administracion de that lung cancer is no longer a major People 55 to 77 years of age who hospital has grown throughout the empresas, educación y capacitacion, finanzas, hospitalidad health concern,” Oueini said. “But currently smoke or have quit smoking years with the community, providing y turismo, servicios humanos, tecnologia de la informacion lung cancer remains the deadliest of in the past 15 years, have a tobacco comprehensive care at all stages of y seguridad publica y/o legal para estudiantes de secun- all cancers. More Americans die each smoking history of at least 30 “pack life. As a health care leader, the hospi- daria, ciencias de la salud, artes, tecnología A / V y comu- year from lung cancer than from colon, years” (an average of one pack a day tal is proud to have a fully integrated nicación, y STEM . La admision a estos programas se basa breast and prostate cancer combined, for 30 years, two packs a day for 15 residency program focused on educat- en interes y aptitud, conveniencia de la edad, y espacio de even though most lung cancers are years, etc.), and receive a written ing and inspiring future practitioners. la class. easily preventable.” order from a physician are eligible for Today, Houston Methodist Baytown Es norma de Anahuac ISD de no discriminar por moti- One of the most persistent miscon- low-dose CT lung screening. provides some of the most advanced vos de raza, color, origen nacional, sexo o incapacidad, en ceptions about lung cancer, especially Houston Methodist Baytown and innovative procedures while never sus programas, servicios o activades vocacionales, tal among long-term smokers, is that it is Hospital is open and caring for all of wavering from its focus on compas- como lo requieren el Titulo VI de la Ley de Derechos “too late” to stop. But Oueini says that our community and has implemented sionate and patient-centered care. Civiles de 1964, segun enmienda; el Titulo IX de las quitting smoking at any time not only the following enhanced safety mea- Houstonmethodist.org/baytown. Enmiendas en la Educacion, de 1972, y la Seccion 504 de la Ley de Rehabilitacion de 1973, segun enmienda. Es norma de Anahuac ISD de no discriminar por moti- vos de raza, color, origen nacional, sexo, impedimento o Staying Connected amidst the pandemic: Focus on Mental Health edad, en sus procedimientos de empleo, tal como lo requi- eren el Titulo VI de la Ley de Derechos Civiles de 1964, ental pandemic, Texans are self- impact of the virus but be depression has shown that segun enmienda; el Titulo IX de las Enmiendas en la health quarantining, home school- sure that your sources of enjoyable activities reduce Educacion, de 1972, la ley de Discriminacion por Edad, de issues ing, and working from information are credible depressive symptoms. 1975, segun enmienda, y la Seccion 504 de la Ley de are often home. For many, the pan- and legitimate. Limit watch- Don’t rely on alcohol or Rehabilitacion de 1973, segun enmienda. over- demic is causing unprece- ing the news about the virus recreational drugs to cope Anahuac ISD tomara las medidas necesarias para asegu- lookedM in a discussion of dented job losses, underem- to once or twice a day. Too with stress or regulate your rar que la falta de habilidad en el uso de la lengua ingles no physical health and safety, ployment or other financial much news coverage can mood. sea un obstaculo para la admision y participacion en todos according to the Texas hardships. lead to fear-inducing think- Look for hopeful stories los programas educativos y vocacionales. Psychological Association. “Psychologists are not ing. about people helping one Para informacion sobre sus derechos o procedimientos The association, which rep- immune from the stress that Establish a regular sched- another during the pandem- para quejas, comuniquese con el Coordinador del Titulo resents more than 1,000 has been caused by the ule for yourself, even if ic and contribute to volun- IX, Dennis Wagner, en P.O. Box 369, Anahuac, Texas practicing psychologists recent spikes in COVID-19 you’re not required to be teer efforts or charities if 77514, (409)267-3600 y/o el Coordinador de la Seccion and graduate students in cases in Texas. But we are anywhere. Get up, shower, you can. 504, Cindy Bertrand, en P.O. Box 1270, Anahuac, Texas Texas, is offering Texans uniquely positioned to have get dressed, and have a plan For ongoing concerns and 77514, (409)267-2018. practical advice and online research that demonstrates for your day. more complex mental health resources to support their the kinds of activities that Include exercise in every issues, psychologists, psy- mental health amidst the are helpful to try when we, day. Exercise has repeatedly chiatrists and other mental COVID-19 pandemic. our families, and our clients been shown in research to health professionals are CHECK OUT OUR “Addressing risks to are feeling overwhelmed” be about as effective as available by phone or tele- mental health should be an added Megan Mooney, antidepressants in reducing conferencing as well as in NEW WEBSITE: essential element in any Ph.D., President of the depressive symptoms. person. organized community Texas Psychological Walking outside is great, if response to a public health Association. you can observe necessary The Texas Psychological theanahuacprogress.com crisis, including COVID- Fortunately, these are precautions. Association’s COVID-19 19,” said Bonny Gardner, steps that all Texans can Get enough sleep every Resource Page (https:// Ph.D., M.P.H., a licensed take to manage stress effec- night and have a firm bed- www.texaspsyc.org/page/ psychologist and TPA mem- tively and reduce the risk of time. Sleep is essential to Covid19) offers up a wide NOTICE ber. “Fear, worry, and stress more serious mental health mental health and helps range of online, in-person are a normal response to a problems. Some general maintain physical health and telephone resources to Chambers County will use the following rules and proce- perceived or real threat or recommendations for main- and the immune system. support Texans’ mental dures to comply with its responsibilities under the Indigent when there is a need for taining good emotional Engage in self-care. Do health needs. Health Care and Treatment Act. rapid changes in our lives health during the pandemic things you enjoy. There are “Now more than ever, we Application can be requested from the Indigent Health Care and new ways of coping. include: endless opportunities for need to focus on ways to Office at 102 Airport Road, Anahuac, Texas. Assistance in People may feel a loss of Maintain social connec- new pursuits: If you’re stay connected as a com- completing the application will be provided if needed. Contact control over their lives, tions to others and to the artistic, paint or draw. Learn munity and remain hopeful the Indigent Health Offce for assistance 409-267-2770. which research has shown larger community. Use a language, read, cook, in the face of the pandemic. Chambers County will use rules and procedures found in the can make them more vul- phone, Zoom, social media, engage in woodworking or Even when stress is over- County Indigent Health Care Program Handbook published by nerable to mental health email, or old-fashioned let- gardening, or any other whelming, there is no need the Texas Department of Health. In summary, there are the problems.” ter writing. activity you’ve thought to struggle alone,” said Dr. rules: Amidst the COVID-19 Stay informed about the might be fun. Research on Gardner. 1.Application forms must be completely filled out. 2.Verification of income, termination of income, residence, household composition, and its resources is required. 3.Net monthly income (gross monthly income minus earned income deductions) cannot exceed

COUNTY INDIGENT HEALTH CARE PROGRAM MONTHLY MAXIMUM INCOME STANDARDS

Family Size 1 $224 2 $302 3 $381 4 $459 5 $537 6 $616 7 $694 8 $773

4.Liquid resources (assets) cannot exceed $2000. However, if the household contains a relative who is aged or disabled, household resources cannot exceed $3000. The fair market value of a vehicle greater than $4650 is counted against the resource limit. 5.Eligible persons must be a resident of Chambers County living outside the boundaries of a Hospital District. 6.Applicants must provide all requested information and documentation requested or applicants will be denied. 7.Applicants have the right to appeal adverse decisions. 8.These rules are subject to change with the revision of the Handbook. Dated April, 2020 The Progress Faith & Worship 6A Wednesday • Julu 29, 2020 Th is devotional & directory is made possible by these businesses who encourage all of us to attend worship services

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PAUL’S BAPTIST FULL GOSPEL 409-267-3261 • Fax 409-267-3361 409-267-3122 ANAHUAC CAMPUS Stowell, 296-2750 TABERNACLE S.S.9 :45 a.m. (across from the Courthouse) or 409-840-2022 1100 Oak St., 296-2481 267-6329 Bubba Lancon - Owner Established in 1996 S.S. 10:30 a.m. W.S. 11 a.m. S.S. 10 a.m. Lauren Brandon - Manager CORNERSTONE CHURCH Wed. 6 p.m. W.S. 11 a.m. & 7 p.m WINNIE CAMPUS SUNLIGHT BAPTIST Wed. 7 p.m. Winnie - 296-4739 Hankamer, 374-2089 W.S. 10 a.m. S.S. 9:45 a.m. LUTHERAN W.S 11 a.m. HOPE LUTHERAN BAPTIST Wed. 7:30 p.m. 1322 9th St., Winnie, We’re Your BRIGHT LIGHT BAPTIST SWEET HOME BAPTIST 296-2377 Anahuac -267-4404 Hwy. 61, Hankamer S.S. 10:45 a.m. Hometown Bank S.S. 9:15 a.m.; 374-2208 W.S. 9:30 a.m. Serving You with Professional W.S.10:15 a.m. S.S. 9:30 a.m. METHODIST Services & Personal Care Wed. 7 p.m. W.S. 10:30 a.m. FIRST UNITED METHODIST Wed. 6:30 p.m. 267-3242 EMINENCE BAPTIST S.S. 9:30 a.m. RR 127 A, Wallisville CATHOLIC W.S. 11:00 a.m. 389-2247 OUR LADY OF LIGHT FIRST UNITED METHODIST S.S. 10 a.m. CATHOLIC Winnie - 296-4382 W.S. 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. 2207 S. Main St. S.S. 9:30 a.m. FIRST BAPTIST 267-3158 W.S. 10:45 a.m. 405 S. Magnolia St Sat. Mass - 6:00 p.m (SP) MIDDLETON MEMORIAL 267-4673 Sun. Mass -8:30 a.m. (Eng) UNITED METHODIST S.S. 9:30 a.m. 1st Sun. of the Month Wallisville W.S. 10:45 a.m.& 6 p.m. 8:30 a.m. Bilingual S.S. 10:15 a.m. Wed. 6 p.m. Thursday- (SP) 6 p.m. W.S. 8:45 a.m. Holy Days 6 p.m. ST. JAMES UNITED FIRST BAPTIST Reconciliation Sat. 5 p.m. METHODIST B&B Enterprises Stowell, 296-4510 267-4007 1st & 4th Sun. ST. LOUIS CATHOLIC Complete Plumbing Services S.S. 9:45 a.m.; S.S. 9:45 a.m. W.S. 11 a.m. & 7 p.m. 315 W. Buccaneer Dr. W.S. 11 a.m. The Arboretum of Winnie Wed. 7 p.m. Winnie, 296-4200 ST. PAUL’S UNITED 409-267-3063 Sat. Mass 4 p.m. METHODIST Nursing and Rehabilitation Center FIRST BAPTIST Sun. Mass 7am; 10:30am & Double Bayou - 252-4396 185 Sherman Rd • Wallisville Winnie, 296-4072 Noon (SP) S.S. 10:30 a.m. S.S. 9:45 a.m. Wed. 8:30am (SP) W.S. 9 a.m. W.S. 11 a.m. & 7 p.m. Fri. 9:45am -Arboretum Wed. B.S. 6:30 p.m. Wed. 6 p.m. Holy Days 8:30am PENTECOSTAL Phone (409) 296-8200 1215 Hwy 124 FIRST MISSIONARY Reconciliation Sat. 3-3:45pm FRST PENTECOSTAL Fax (409) 296-8212 Winnie, TX 77665 BAPTIST Winnie - 296-2209 204 Trinity, 267-3242; CHURCH OF CHRIST W.S. 10 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. SS. 9:30 a.m. CHURCH OF CHRIST Thurs. 7:30 p.m. W.S. 11 a.m. 1211 Oak St. - 267-6445 S.S. 9:30 a.m. OTHER JOHN CHAPEL BAPTIST W.S. 10:30 a.m. & 6 p.m. COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN 306 Speights Rd., Hankamer Wed. 6 p.m. FELLOWSHIP 374-2022 CHURCH OF CHRIST 442 Eagle Rd. - Oak Island S.S. 9:45 a.m. 6th & Oak St., Winnie, WS 10:30 am 899-1737 MARY DUNN REAL ESTATE INC. W.S. 11 a.m. & 7 p.m. Sunday School 9:30 am Wed. 6:30 p.m. S.S. 9:45 a.m. The Anchor Mon. 6 pm Mary Dunn W.S. 10:45 a.m. & 6 p.m. Wed Nite Kids 5:30-7 pm 13400 FM 2354 Rd. • Baytown, Texas 77520 LA PUERTA HERMOSA Wed. Adult Bible Study 7 pm Offi ce: 281-383-3386 IGLESIA BAUTISTA HANKAMER CHURCH OF Thur. Adult Bible Study 6 pm Cell: 713-898-7413 304 Miller St., 267-4926 CHRIST For a “Dunn Deal” S.S. 9:45 a.m. Hankamer - 374-2359 HANKAMER COMMUNITY Fax: 281-573-1030 W.S. 11 a.m. Pastor John Jeffrey FELLOWSHIP www.marydunn.com S.S. 9:45 a.m. Email: [email protected] Corner of Hwy. 1663 & 1724 MT. HOREB BAPTIST W.S. 11 a.m. & 6 p.m. Hankamer - 374-2098; Stowell Wed. 7 p.m. S.S. 10 a.m. S.S. 9:45 a.m. WHITE PARK CHURCH W.S. 11 a.m. Family Owned & Operated W.S. 11 a.m. OF CHRIST Wed. 7 p.m. for 30 Years Wed. 6 p.m. Hankamer - 374-2381 10 miles west on I10 MT. 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We never used • 6 vacuum stations 1201 Belton Lane | Anahuac it either and decided to take it to the dump. However, I thought of someone that might want it, Liz. She was 1. Is the book of Titus in the thrilled to get the tank and knew where she could eas- OOlOld or New Testament or nei- ily refill it. tthther? 2. From Joshua 10, the sun Reminds me of all of us who were empty, unwanted, sststoodo still while Joshua’s army and headed for destruction. “But because of His great ddedestroyed what people? love for us, God, who is rich in mercy, made us alive AAmAmorites, Midianites, Egyptians, with Christ even when we were dead in our sins.” PPhPhilistines (Ephesians 2:4-5) 3. In Genesis 9, who saw a rrarainbow in the sky? Adam, Danny R. Biddy, Chaplain: Chambers County MMoses, Noah, Abraham Sheriff’s Office & Fellowship of Christian Cowboys 4. From 1 Samuel 2, how many cchchildren did Hannah have? 5, 11010, 15, 20 5. In which city did King AAhAhasuerus live? Corinth, Gath, BBeBerea, Shushan 6. Who was David’s oldest bbrbrother? Jonah, Eliab, Joel, “With all your heart you AAgAgrippa must trust the Lord and not Sharpen your understanding of you own judgment. sscscripture with Wilson’s Casey’s llalatestt book, “Test Your Bible Always let Him lead you, KKnKnowledge,” available in book- and He will clear the road sststoreso and online. for you to follow.” BIBLE TRIVIA ANSWERS: (c) 2020 King Features Synd., 1) New; 2) Amorites; 3) Noah; 4) 5; 5) Shushan; Inc. 6) Eliab – Proverbs 3:5-6 The Progress viewpoints Wednesday, July 29, 2020 7A Out to Pastor State NEWS It’s my birthday, I’ll lie Tesla to build an electric-vehicle if I want to manufacturing plant in Texas

By Dr. James L. Snyder By Chris Cobler least 5,000 jobs and $ 1 billion in Act. The US Census Bureau estimates capital investments. that one in four Americans, or 61 mil- Through the years, I wrestled with a Ed Sterling wrote this column for Austin, offering about $ 60 million lion adults, have a disability. certain problem. Do I really know my almost three decades, so let’s open by in local tax breaks, beat out Tulsa and The Governor’s Committee on birthday exactly? Do I know the exact celebrating his contributions to the other American cities vying for the People with Disabilities will have its day, the exact month, the exact year? Texas Press Association and its mem- prize. The factory will produce Tesla’s quarterly business meeting from 8 The reason I say this is because my bers. Ed was the calm, steady voice Cybertruck, Semi and Models 3 and Y am-5 pm July 30 and 8 am-noon July parents are the ones that fed me this keeping us informed and interested. and be built on 2,000 acres near the 31. Because of the pandemic, the personal information. And to be hon- I am honored to have been asked by Austin-Bergstrom International meeting will be via Zoom. est, they have not always been truthful with me, I’m sorry Mike Hodges, TPA executive director, Airport One agenda item: How educators to say. and Donnis Baggett, executive vice “We’re going to make it a factory wearing face masks affects students For instance, it took me a long time to realize that Santa president, to continue the important that is going to be stunning,” Tesla top who are deaf or who have hearing Claus was not real. All those years my parents told me that work of keeping Texans up to date on executive Elon Musk said . “It’s right loss. The full agenda and Zoom meet- Santa Claus was real and that he was going to bring my what’s happening in Austin. The world on the Colorado River. So we’re actu- ing information may be found at bit. presents if I was a good boy. I believed and trusted them. has changed dramatically since Ed ally going to have to have a boardwalk ly/disabilities0730 I still remember the day when I discovered that Santa started writing in the early 1990s, but over you, hiking, biking trail. It’s Claus was not real. When I accosted my parents with this the need for being informed remains going to basically be an ecological Looking ahead to tax savings new information, they simply explained it by saying, “Son, greater than ever. paradise. ” Texas’ annual sales tax holiday is we were trying to make your life better and give you some- The “Capital Highlights” column Aug. 7-9. The holiday exempts sales thing to hope for.” Then they would smile and asked me if appears in more than 100 newspapers Getting rid of gobbledygook tax on qualified items - such as cloth- I liked my Christmas present. across Texas, reaching all the way Jargon isn’t just hard on readers. It ing, footwear, school supplies and So, if a lie produces good results, it’s okay? from the Rockport Pilot to the Moore also can be bad for business, Texas’ backpacks - priced below $ 100, sav- Then there was the Easter Bunny. Every year we would County News-Press and from the insurance commissioner wrote in a ing shoppers about $ 8 on every $ 100 celebrate the Easter Bunny. Bowie News to the Seminole Sentinel. column last week. they spend. Qualifying items are listed The day came when I realized The Easter Bunny did not From his many years of traveling Kent Sullivan said he has been pro- at TexasTaxHoliday.org. exist. around Texas and talking to editors moting plain language since becom- “Even though significant uncertain- Again, I accosted my parents with this new information and publishers, Ed carried in his head ing insurance commissioner three ty remains for our public and private and explained it by saying, “Son, we just wanted you to the knowledge of each paper and its years ago. One example of policy schools as a result of the COVID-19 have something fun to look forward to.” readers. Despite my penchant for dad legalese he noted: “You may qualify pandemic, the sales tax holiday is a So, a lie is okay if it ends up with somebody having jokes, I pledge to keep playing this for a contingent non-forfeiture bene- perfect opportunity to save money on fun! column straight, as Ed did so well. fit.” school supplies and other tax-free As I got older, my favorite was the Tooth Fairy. For The pandemic remained the theme Instead of this gobbledygook, items at a time when many Texans are every tooth that I could pull, I would get $0.25 under my of the news in July, much of it center- Sullivan wrote, “Why not just say you carefully monitoring their family pillow that night. ing on the economy and education. can still receive benefits even if you finances, ”Comptroller Hegar said. One afternoon, I was looking for something in my par- The week opened with Comptroller stop paying for this policy?” “Online shopping is covered, so I ent’s bedroom, and I happen to come across a little box full Glenn Hegar’s forecast that Texas The coronavirus outbreak has spot- encourage all Texans to shop online or of teeth. They seemed somewhat familiar; in fact, I real- faces a $ 4.6 billion budget deficit and lighted potential confusion and costly practice social distancing when mak- ized they were my teeth. closed with the first hurricane of the legal fallout caused by bewildering ing in-store purchases. We want folks Again, I accosted my parents and said, “Why are my season, Hanna, making landfall insurance policy language, Sullivan to stay safe while saving money. ” teeth in this little box?” Saturday night near Port Mansfield. said. “We need a coordinated effort to Nervously, my mother and father looked at each other, strengthen and enforce plain language Chris Cobler is a board member and then my dad said, “I’m not sure. Maybe the Tooth Electric news for the economy requirements in state laws,” he added. and past president of the Freedom of Fairy dropped it by mistake.” A jolt of good news came late in the Information Foundation of Texas. He So, were my parents truthful in telling me when my week when Tesla announced it would ADA turns 30 welcomes email at ccobler@texas- birthday is? build an electric-vehicle manufactur- July 26 marked the 30th anniversary press.com. I say all of this to try to understand when it is appropriate ing plant in Travis County, bringing at of the Americans with Disabilities to lie. On my birthday, several people were asking me, “How old are you today?” So taking some clues from my parents, it might be appropriate for me to spin some lies so everybody is happy and enjoying themselves. As I was blowing out the birthday cake candles, I said, “I’m not sure how old I am, but I feel like 27.” Then every- body would laugh. Someone said, “What has been your best birthday party?” I had some in mind, but I said, “The one I’m having with you guys right now.” And everybody laughed. I spun a few other lies I will not mention now and then looked around at the group, and everybody was having a good time. Based on my parent’s example, if people are having a good time, it’s okay to lie. Feeling a little guilty about the day, I happened to read what David said, “Blessed is that man that maketh the Lord Social Security Matters his trust, and respecteth not the proud, nor such as turn aside to lies” (Psalm 40:4). As old as I am, I ought to know that nothing good comes Ask Rusty: from a lie. My birthday resolution this year is, “I shall lie not, no matter what.” About working while collecting Social Security Dr. James L. Snyder is pastor of the Family of God Fellowship, Ocala, FL 34472. He lives with the Gracious Dear Rusty: In 2019 I was out of work for an extended subject to the annual limit. But exceeding the 2019 month- Mistress of the Parsonage in Silver Springs Shores. Call period. I was eligible to begin receiving retirement benefits ly limit last year will still affect you. him at 352-216-3025 or e-mail [email protected]. The (at age 63) and started to do so in August. My part time job You will receive a form from Social Security asking you church web site is www.whatafellowship.com. was limited so it did not conflict with my Social Security to specify your 2019 income month by month for the amount, but in October through the end of 2019 I went months you were receiving benefits. Since you exceeded back to my old industry at four times the pay rate. My the monthly limit from October through December, they’ll SENIOR NEWS LINE understanding is that I will need to pay Social Security be asking you to repay all of the benefits you received for back about $1.40 for every benefit dollar they have paid those months. They will give you the option of either It’s OK to just go HOME me while I worked at the higher wage. When and how is repaying them in full in a lump sum, or they will recover that paid? Signed: Part Time Again what you owe by withholding your monthly benefits until By Matilda Charles the overpayment is satisfied. That will mean you’ll go Dear Part Time Again: If you started your Social some months without benefits, the number of months Staying safe nowadays comes in many forms. It’s Security benefits in August of last year at age 63, for the dependent upon your monthly benefit amount and how not just keeping our distance from others or carrying remainder of 2019 you were subject to the “first year rule” much you owe them. Remember, you have the option to tiny bottles of hand sanitizer. Now staying safe also which means you had a monthly earnings limit of $1,470 request the annual limit if it will benefit you. can mean avoiding the new routines we’ve felt com- after your benefit started. If you exceeded that monthly Though you’ll lose benefits for some number of months fortable putting in place. limit starting in October of 2019 and for the rest of the now, when you reach your full retirement age (66 years and Because things had started to calm down around year, you won’t be entitled to benefits for the months of 4 months) they will automatically give you time credit for October, November and December. Social Security will the number of months they withheld benefits and move here, at least somewhat, I’d started venturing to the consider that an overpayment, and they will want you to your SS claim date forward. That will increase your grocery store late at night. Few people were in the repay all those benefits to them. However, if it would be to monthly benefit amount slightly, and you’ll get that slight- store, allowing me to zip through the aisles, grab a your advantage to do so, you can request that Social ly higher benefit for the rest of your life. few things and get out. Security use the annual earnings limit for 2019, instead of One final point: In the year you reach your full retire- Now, unfortunately, I’m going back to curbside the monthly limit. For example, if using the 2019 annual ment age the annual earnings limit will go up by about 2.5 delivery. earnings limit ($17,640) would result in a smaller impact times and the penalty for exceeding it will be less ($1 for The manager has told me about the multiple threats to your benefits, Social Security may accommodate your every $3 over the limit). And when you reach your full of weapons and violence that came about from people request to use the annual limit. Depending upon your total retirement age the earnings limit goes away entirely. who were asked to wear a mask in the store. Basically, earnings in 2019, you may want to consider asking that the This article is intended for information purposes only they threw an immature (and dangerous) fit. In one annual earnings limit be used, instead of the monthly limit, and does not represent legal or financial guidance. It pres- case, a gun was drawn at the front door. when determining your 2019 impact for exceeding the ents the opinions and interpretations of the AMAC earnings limit. Foundation’s staff, trained and accredited by the National So, we need to be flexible. Things are changing on Starting in 2020 you’ll be subject to an annual limit of Social Security Association (NSSA). NSSA and the AMAC a daily basis. Back to the online ordering I go. Not $18,240 (limit changes yearly). If you exceed the annual Foundation and its staff are not affiliated with or endorsed ideal, certainly. It means I can’t pick out my own limit, SS will take back benefits equal to $1 for every $2 by the Social Security Administration or any other govern- groceries. It means being in my designated pick-up you are over the limit. If you’ve again stopped working at mental entity. To submit a question, visit our website spot in front of the store at a specific time, even in a the higher amount, and now only working part-time and (amacfoundation.org/programs/social-security-advisory) deluge of rain. won’t earn more than $18,240 for this year, you’ll not be or email us at [email protected]. How are you to know if your area is safe from the idiots who want to throw a tantrum over being asked to wear a mask? Start with the store manager. They owe you the truth. Make a call to the police non- Did You Know? emergency line and ask them if there have been any instances of threats of violence in town. Authorities in a number of states are rolling back You Can Subscribe to THE PROGRESS and pay for it online? portions of the re-opening they just recently allowed, locking down certain businesses again and adjusting www.theanahuacprogress.com the rules. Theaters, hair salons and more are subject and click on Subscribe under the Services menu. to sudden changes. People will be unhappy. If you do go out to local businesses, be aware of Simple and Easy. your surroundings. Don’t be afraid to just turn around and go home. SO, what are you waiting for? (c) 2020 King Features Synd., Inc. The Progress 8A Wednesday • July 29 2020 cLASSIFIEDS

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Les knew I needed a crackerjack classi- they fell in love with. They bought a house fied advertising manager in Beaumont, and on Round Lake, just a stone’s throw from he called and said, “I’ve got your guy in Lake Michigan. Chionsini.” Jim had already seen ice and snow in It took me a while to learn to say and Maine, so living in Michigan is a May spell Chionsini. I shortened it to Consini, through October respite. and he called me Harper. They park their beautiful motor yacht, Jim cleared up things in Maine and the May Sea, in a huge warehouse for the moved back to Texas. He called and I set winter and head back to San Angelo. Long him up for an interview with my associ- Ago Jim got his license as a sea captain, ate, Ed Holder, a great judge of character. and Macy is a top first officer. The next day Ed told me we had a new It’s never easy to lose someone you’ve classified manager named Chionsini. A known 48 years, but this one was more dif- year later, I learned the interview took ficult than I imagined. When I answered the place in a pool hall where they spent the telephone Tuesday night, Macy said, “Bill, afternoon drinking beer. this is a call I never wanted to make.” It didn’t take long for Jim to show his Though his heart gave out, Macy can sales wizardry, setting new records each take solace that Jimmy leaves behind a month in classified sales. He and Holder large and loving family and a telephone remained close buddies until Ed’s death in book full of best friends. 2006. Consini’s legacy will last, and he will be SMITH POINT After a couple of years, I left the remembered for sharing his humor, love Beaumont paper to begin Hartman and happiness with so many. Newspapers, Inc. Jim moved to Rosenberg Reach BH at Bhartman@hartmannews. for a year before starting his own success- com VFD FISHING ful community newspaper company, Dixie Newspapers. Editor’s Note: Jim Chionsini was the He built a top-notch company, and since founder of Granite Publications. He passed TOURNAMENT two of his papers were in Far West Texas, away on July 21, 2020 at the age of 74. he and Macy picked San Angelo as their He was one of the most gracious people new home base. I have ever met. Easy with a smile and Benefi ting SPVFD All this time Jim’s love of the water encouragement. I will miss him greatly. never waned. He and Macy would go “boat Jimmy loved his family and his country. riding,” up the East Coast from Flori- da, He never met a stranger, and was the life of WHEN: Saturday, August 8, 2020 passing through 30 or so locks and eventu- every party. His list of good friends would CAPTAINS MEETING & KICK-OFF PARTY: Fri. Aug. 7, 2020 ally wind up on Lake Michigan. fill a telephone book. Jimmy lived a big They met new great pals Zita and John life, and took those he knew and loved LOCATION: Smith Point Volunteer Fire Department Building Winn at a marina one night. The Winns along with him on his ride. 309 Plummer Camp Road, Smith Point, Texas 77514 invited them to visit Charlevoix, Mich. He always said, “You only go around That was about a dozen years ago when once, but if you do it right, once is enough.” they discovered the quaint hamlet, a place - Jimmy did. Two Divisions: Guided / Non-Guided Non-Guided Registration $50 - per angler - EARLY registration OR $60 on Aug. 7 $100 per angler - Guided Registration REGISTRATION CUT-OFF DATE AUG. 7, 2020 *One person per team MUST attend Captains Meeting to Check In & Pick up Rules Weigh In at SPOONBILL RV PARK Calcutta, Raffl es, Door Prizes, Cold Beer, Soft Drinks & Food Food donated by Bean Counter Cookers

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