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Voice of Community-Minded People since 1976 Thursday, October 13, 2016 Email: [email protected] www.southbeltleader.com Vol. 41, No. 37 Dobie seeks nominations J. Frank Dobie High School is accept- ing nominations for the 2017 Hall of Honor through Friday, Oct. 28. Individuals may be Battle continues over proposed duplex nominated in the following categories: alum- A group of homeowners attempting to block ni, community volunteer, faculty/staff/admin- The group was forced to hire an attorney af- Covarrubias previously attempted to construct “With that kind of leverage, we can hopefully the proposed construction of a duplex in the ter efforts to reach out to city, county and Clear a duplex in the Woodmeadow Section II subdivi- prevent this from happening again,” said Snow. istrator and fallen hero. Nominations can be Woodmeadow Section I subdivision scored a vic- submitted online at http://dobie.pasadenaisd. Brook City Municipal Utility District offi cials for sion but was forced by residents to change plans The group is pleased with the court’s ruling. tory Tuesday, Oct. 11, when a district judge issued assistance proved unfruitful. to a single-family dwelling. Unlike the residents “It’s costing us some money, but at least we’ll org/campus_information/hall_of_honor. The a temporary restraining order halting construc- event will be held Friday, Feb. 24, 2017. The defendant in the case, Guillermo Covarru- of Section I, however, Section II has a homeown- hopefully keep our home values up and our neigh- tion. bias, contends the proposed structure is a single- ers’ association that can actively enforce its deed borhood intact,” Harrison said. “We prevailed,” said Woodmeadow resident family dwelling that complies with the neighbor- restrictions. The case is scheduled to go back before a judge Moore seeks vendors Judy Harrison, who is leading the opposition to hood’s deed restrictions. Designs for the structure, The plaintiffs in the case said they considering on Friday, Oct. 21. Moore Elementary is now accepting appli- the proposed construction, which she says vio- however, include six bedrooms, four bathrooms, starting a civic organization to enforce its deed re- Multiple calls to Covarrubias for comment cations for vendors to show their goods at the lates the subdivision’s deed restrictions. two kitchens, two front doors, two back doors, two strictions. went unanswered. school’s annual Hawk Fest on Friday Oct. 21. Other plaintiffs in the case included Russell driveways and two separate water meters. The two Booths are $30 each. For information, call Sil- Snow, Kathleen Tullis and William Tullis. halves of the house are to be divided by a wall. via Luna at 713-740-0656. Boy injured during cell phone robbery Thanksgiving food drive set A 16-year-old boy is recovering from inju- er of the truck accelerated, dragging the boy and Tullises fight proposed construction ries he suffered during a robbery that took place running over his leg. St. Luke the Evangelist Catholic Church the afternoon of Tuesday, Oct. 11, in the 10800 The boy was transported to the hospital with is now holding a Thanksgiving food drive to block of Blackhawk. minor injuries. No bones were broken. assist families in the South Belt area. Dona- According to Sgt. Robert Sanchez of the Har- Investigators are reportedly reviewing sur- tions of nonperishable food can be brought to ris County Precinct 2 Constable’s offi ce, the teen veillance footage of the robbery in an attempt to the church office at 11011 Hall Road Monday was walking home from Dobie around 3:25 p.m. identify the suspects. through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dona- when he was approached by four black males in a Sanchez said a similar incident took place last tions can also be dropped off at the church four-door black pickup truck (model unknown). month to another student who was walking home entrance before Mass on Saturday or Sunday. One of the males in the truck asked to use the from school. The food drive will continue through Sunday, boy’s phone. When the boy obliged, the male at- Anyone with any information on these cases Nov. 13. Contact St. Luke’s social services at tempted to take the phone from his hand. When is urged to contact the constable’s offi ce at 281- 281-481-6816 with any questions about the the boy refused to relinquish the phone, the driv- 481-9189. Thanksgiving food drive. Blood drive at St. Luke’s Houston Fire Fest slated for Oct. 15 Knights of Columbus Council 9201 will host The 11th annual Houston Fire Fest will take fi refi ghting team. This team is made up of the best a blood drive in the St. Luke the Evangelist so- place Saturday, Oct. 15, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at of HFD’s engine and ladder companies that spe- cial hall, 11011 Hall Road, on Sunday, Oct. 16, the Houston Fire Department’s Val Jahnke Train- cialize in high-intensity fi refi ghting environments. from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. ing Facility, located at 8030 Braniff near Hobby Multiple shows are scheduled throughout the day. Airport. A ladder truck competition will also take place. Lady Longhorns host bingo Organized by the Houston Fire Museum and A fi re apparatus exhibit will be on display, fea- The Dobie Lady Longhorns Booster Club the Houston Fire Department, the event is aimed turing everything from antique motorized fi re en- will hold a bingo fundraiser Saturday, Oct. 15. at promoting fi re safety and awareness. gines to state-of-the-art modern response units. Doors open at 5 p.m. Bingo games will run The family event will feature a parade, an an- Proceeds and sponsorship of Fire Fest benefi t from 6 to 10 p.m. Tickets may be purchased tique car show, a Kid’s Zone featuring multiple the Fire Museum’s outreach and education pro- through a Dobie soccer player or a booster games, food and vendor booths. gramming. club member. The event serves as one of the The festival will also feature live fi refi ghting For additional information, call 832-394-7000 and rescue demonstrations by the Red Thunder or visit www.houstonfi refest.com. primary fundraisers to help cover costs as- William and Kathleen Tullis (shown above) are among a group of four homeowners trying sociated with the Dobie soccer program. For to block the proposed construction of a duplex in the Woodmeadow Section I subdivision, additional information, email jfdgirlssoccer@ located at 11502 Quincewood Drive at Olivewood. The homeowners contend the structure New development comes to South Belt gmail.com. violates the neighborhood’s deed restrictions. The subdivision, however, lacks a homeown- ers’ association to enforce the restrictions, prompting the group to hire its own attorney. A new subdivision is being constructed in the she describes as combining high-end features at Genealogy group meets Photo by Marie Flickinger South Belt community, and homes are being sold a value price. Homes are available in both one- The Parker Williams Genealogy Group will at a record pace. and two-story models and range from three to meet Oct. 17 from 2 to 4 p.m. at the library at Developed by Meritage Homes, Stillwater fi ve bedrooms. Neighborhood amenities include Scarsdale and Beamer. This group meets the Hartwell dies in motorcycle crash Cove will be located on the north side of Dixie a lake, a fountain, a splash pad, a playground fi rst and third Mondays to discuss genealogy Farm Road just west of the Gulf Freeway. and a walking path that circles the lake. Resi- research. Meetings are free and open to any- A South Belt man traveling south on Blackhawk on a silver Har- The neighborhood will include 120 total lots. dents would attend schools in the Clear Creek one interested in tracing family history. was killed in a motor- ley Davidson around 7:35 p.m. when he struck a All but six lots in the fi rst phase of sales sold out Independent School District. Prices range from cycle accident Saturday, blue Dodge Durango SUV at the intersection of in a mere six weeks. $248,990 to $345,990. PIP meeting Oct. 18 Oct. 8, in the 9400 block Wolcott Park Lane. The driver of the SUV had “Sales have been very brisk,” said Jamie Betts, “It’s a really nice community,” Betts said. of Blackhawk between reportedly failed to yield the right of way after vice president of sales for Meritage. “It’s the According to Betts, the second phase of sales The Positive Interaction Program will meet Fuqua and Almeda Ge- leaving a stop sign, police said. most sales I’ve ever seen, and I’ve been in this is set to begin in the coming weeks. Tuesday, Oct. 18, at 7 p.m. at Memorial Her- noa. (Other media re- The driver of the SUV exhibited no signs of industry for 23 years. It’s amazing.” For more information about the development, mann Southeast Hospital, 11800 Astoria in the ports erroneously had intoxication. She was questioned and released. Betts attributes the high number of sales to the visit www.meritagehomes.com/search/houston- staff meeting room on the first floor. Guest the accident listed as No charges had been fi led at press time development’s “Live Now” product line, which tx/stillwater-cove. speaker will be senior care advocate Elizabeth taking place in the 10400 Wednesday, Oct. 12. Quigley, who will speak on financial scams block of Blackhawk near The investigation is continuing. that target the elderly. Kirkville on Thursday, Derek Hartwell A longtime South Belt resident, Hartwell at- Dobie student arrested on gun charge PIP consists of police and citizens working Oct. 6.) tended Atkinson Elementary, Beverly Hills In- for safer neighborhoods. For additional infor- Derek Hartwell, 40, was pronounced dead at A Dobie High School student was arrested “A student shall be expelled from a school if termediate, Dobie High School and Southeast Thursday, Oct. 6, after allegedly bringing a the student, on school property … uses, exhibits, mation, call Officer Richard Buitron at 281- the scene. Academy. 218-3900. According to investigators, Hartwell was handgun to school. or possesses a fi rearm,” the code states. See related obituary on Page 2A. School offi cials responded to the ordeal Emails and robocalls were sent to Dobie par- ‘Father’s Night’ at Roberts quickly and effectively, with the student being ents notifying them of the event. Beamer Road extension finally opens apprehended without incident. “The safety and security of our students is Roberts Middle School will host Father’s The arrest took place at Dobie East, away always a top priority at J. Frank Dobie High Night Out on Thursday, Oct. 20, from 6 to After multiple setbacks, the Beamer Road ex- Considered a high priority by the late El Franco from the main campus. School,” Dobie Principal Franklin Moses said in 7:30 p.m. Any male role model is welcome to tension to Bay Area Boulevard fi nally opened to Lee, who served as Precinct 1 county commis- At no point did the student ever display the the message. “We take the welfare of your child attend with their Roberts student. Activities through traffi c on Thursday, Oct. 6. sioner, the project was placed on a fast track for weapon or threaten anybody with it, offi cials seriously. We will do everything within our pow- for the evening will include team games, food, A joint project between Harris County and the completion, and construction began in April 2015. said. er to ensure that Dobie East students remain in a Watch DOGS information and fun with your Texas Department of Transportation, the $10.3 Construction efforts, however, were met with The student reportedly brought the gun to safe environment.” child. RSVP to Emily Cruz by submitting the million endeavor extended Beamer roughly one several challenges, forcing multiple delays. The school for protection. Moses lauded the student who made the anon- slip sent home with students or via email at mile from Tall Ships Lane, the street’s current initial setback involved relocating existing utili- Administrators were alerted to the incident by ymous tip and urges others to do the same thing, [email protected]. dead end in the Heritage Park subdivision, to West ties along the area thoroughfare. Subsequent way of an anonymous tip. should they see something suspicious. Bay Area Boulevard. setbacks involved installing a sound barrier wall Police arrested the student for possession of a “We in a united effort as an entire school Dobie fall concert set In addition to installing a new four-lane road, along Beamer between Tall Ships and El Dorado fi rearm on school property. community – keep our school safe,” Moses said. The J. Frank Dobie High School choir will complete with curbs and gutters, crews also in- and providing power to a traffi c light at the inter- In addition to any criminal penalty, the student “School security is an effort requiring coopera- hold a fall concert on Monday, Oct. 17, at 7 stalled a new detention pond south of El Dorado section of Beamer and El Dorado. will not be allowed back on campus. tion among educators, law enforcement, parents p.m. in the school auditorium. Entrance is free to help with stormwater drainage. It is hoped the new stretch of road will alleviate The Pasadena Independent School District’s and students. If you or your child witness some- and open to the public. While the project was originally proposed back overcrowding on the Gulf Freeway between Belt- Student Code of Conduct clearly addresses the thing harmful or that may cause harm, please re- in 1999, funds for the design and construction of way 8 and El Dorado, which is also undergoing topic of students bringing weapons to school. port it to the proper authorities.” the extension were not approved by Harris County a construction project to widen the freeway from Sagemont Park to meet Commissioners Court until July 2014. three to fi ve lanes in each direction and the front- The Sagemont Park Community Improve- age roads from two to three lanes in each direction. ment Association (SPCIA) will hold a quar- The Beamer extension to Bay Area is the fi rst Manhunt converges near Sagecanyon terly homeowners’ meeting on Thursday, Oct. St. Luke’s to host of two phases in a long-term project to improve 20, at the Sagemont Park Recreation Center, the area street. Phase II of construction involves 11507 Hughes Road, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Items making improvements on Beamer north of Tall on the agenda for the meeting include pro- Feast Day Bazaar Ships to Dixie Farm Road. posed deed restriction changes, deed restric- St. Luke’s Catholic church will host its Feast Plans call for completely reconstructing the tion violations, and community improvement Day Bazaar, Saturday, Oct. 15, from 9 a.m. to street and widening it from two to four lanes and issues and actions. This meeting is open to all 5 p.m. at 1750 Riverstone Ranch Drive (across installing curbs and gutters, replacing the existing Sagemont Park homeowners and residents. from South Belt Elementary). drainage ditches. In all, roughly 2.6 miles of the There will be numerous fun activities for the street will be replaced. Pumpkin Patch at church whole family, including a variety of food booths, Such a plan, however, is not without its chal- CrossRoads UMC annual pumpkin patch games/activities for all ages, carnival rides for lenges, as more than 80 pipelines are located has arrived at 10030 Scarsdale Blvd. The patch kids, face painting, a huge garage sale, a beer and along that stretch of road, according to Project is open daily Monday through Sunday from 11 wine garden, a disc jockey and a craft sale. Coordinator Larry Allen. a.m. to 7 p.m. through Oct. 31. The public is Carnival rides include a trackless train, a mini “It’s a signifi cant effort,” Allen said. invited to stop by and check it out. carousel and a Wizzer ride. Food booths will Designers must either maneuver around the include fried Oreos, funnel cakes, turkey legs, pipelines or physically move them, a costly en- baked potatoes, hamburgers and a variety of eth- deavor. Lake of Golfcrest sales set nic foods, including international crazy corn, egg While the bid to design Phase II was awarded Lakes of Golfcrest will host a community rolls and tostados. to Lockwood Andrews & Newnam in November garage sale Friday, Oct. 14, and Saturday, Oct. All proceeds will go toward the future con- 2015, Allen said the project will have to go back Multiple units from the Harris County Precinct 2 Constable’s offi ce are shown above 15, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. All interested home- struction of the church’s new campus in River- before Commissioners Court to secure additional searching for a suspect who allegedly entered a home in the 10700 block of Sagecanyon owners are encouraged to hold a sale at their stone Ranch. Attendees are encouraged to bring funds before actual construction can begin, as the afternoon of Wednesday, Oct. 12. The suspect reportedly entered the residence through home. Lakes of Golfcrest Homeowners’ Asso- lawn chairs. Parking will be at South Belt Ele- projected costs have gone far beyond original es- an unlocked front door. The homeowner’s dogs scared the suspect off. Contrary to online ciation will post signs throughout the commu- mentary. Additional parking with shuttle service timates, Allen said. reports that described the suspect as a Hispanic male, the resident was unable to give an nity to promote the event. For more informa- will be at the church campus, 11011 Hall Road. According to Allen, the designs for Phase II of accurate description. Despite a quick response from several deputies, the suspect remained tion, contact the HOA management company For more information, visit www.stlukescatho the project are expected to be complete later this at large at press time Wednesday. Photo by Marie Flickinger at 281-947-8675. lic.com. month. Page 2 Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, October 13, 2016 In My Opinion September Aviators of the Month Weeke gives kudos Because it’s obvious Mr. Covarrubias Deaths doesn’t care what the neighbors think. ent contracts, the last one be- friends knew that he could for a good HOA Many people will whine and com- William Orlen ing McCall-Henry. He retired be counted on to help out in plain when they get a letter from their after 38 years. His hobbies a time of need. Having grown The article on the irresponsible land HOA for not following the rules. They Morrison Sr. were stamp collecting and up in the South Belt area, he owner building a duplex in the Wood- think the HOA is meddling in their busi- being a handyman. had a close-knit group of bud- meadow subdivision is a perfect exam- ness when in fact the goal is simply to The funeral service was dies that he had known since ple of why neighborhoods need a home maintain a desirable place to live. An held on Wednesday, Oct. they were children, playing owner’s association. old adage is appropriate here…that 12, 2016, at Niday Funeral together and riding bikes in Unfortunately, Judy Harrison doesn’t “90% of the noise comes from 10% of Home, Beamer chapel. the subdivision of Sagemont. have a community association to sup- the people.” If things run smoothly no Interment will be at Wof- As adults with families, they port her and provide resources to pre- one will contact their community asso- ford Cemetery in Frankston, spent time together with all vent the duplex from being completed. ciation, but if they get a letter requesting Texas, on Thursday, Oct. 13, the children, swimming in his What is happening here demonstrates some action they can make all kinds of 2016, at noon. pool, barbecuing, fi shing, and how some people will lie in an attempt noise by complaining. Thankfully they a host of other activities. to get their way and then laugh all the are usually small problems, easily rem- Derek Lynn Derek’s passions were spending time with his way to the bank. I seriously doubt the edied and quickly forgotten. Hartwell daughters, his family, build- builder, Guillermo Covarrubias, plans So before someone starts to com- ing and riding his custom to live on the same street as the duplex plain about their HOA they need to re- Harley motorcycle, and fi sh- but he is willing to ignore the concerns alize there is a person with much lower ing on his custom-built Mos- of those who do. As the article points living standards poised to move in next Fred Roberts Middle School named its September Aviators of the Month. Longtime South Belt res- ca boat. out the city, county and MUD have no door. But any good HOA will have your ident William Orlen Morri- Known as the life of the power here to legally stop the project back in maintaining the deed restric- Students are selected for Aviator of the Month by their teachers for exhib- iting outstanding behavior, strong work ethic and positive character traits. son Sr., 76, died on Sunday, party wherever he went, he unless they fi nd a loophole in their poli- tions in place to protect your home and Oct. 9, 2016. He was born in was always surrounded by his cies. your way of life. September Aviators of the Month are, left to right, Ximena Lopez (fi fth Houston on Nov. 6, 1939. family and many friends. Maybe someone with power or in- Writing with an insider’s opinion, grade), Rodrigo Hernandez (fi fth grade), Briana Ramos (sixth grade) and He is preceded in death Services will be held at fl uence can change Mr. Covarrubias’ Sam Weeke Derrick Doss (sixth grade). Photo by Emily Cruz by his wife of more than 54 Niday Funeral Home on plans and the Leader is a great place President, Sageglen Community years, Barbara Ellen Dunn Beamer Road on Friday, Oct. to raise awareness and seek help. Association Morrison; his parents, Wil- 14, 2016, at 10 a.m., followed liam Alfred and Wanda La- by burial at Forest Park East Business Review belle Morrison; and his sis- Cemetery in League City. Hospital seeks magazine donations ter, Pattie Yvonne Morrison Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital’s volunteer auxiliary is planning a new Scholwinski. David Arturo service to distribute a variety of current magazines to patients’ families and friends William is survived by his Lifelong South Belt res- awaiting surgical outcomes. Chamber welcomes, Tony’s & Fiesta daughters, Carla D. Morrison ident Derek Lynn Hartwell, Garcia The group asks the public to collect gently handled current, popular magazines Parker (Jeffrey) of Houston 40, died on Saturday, Oct. 8, and bring them to the information desk, located in the hospital’s main lobby, each and Marilyn Morrison of 2016. (See related story Page Canton, N.C.; son William 1A.) fi rst Tuesday of the month between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Orlen Morrison Jr. of Gal- He was born on Dec. 9, The hospital is located at 11800 Astoria Blvd. in Houston. Short term parking will veston; grandchildren Nicole 1975, to David Hartwell and be available along the hospital’s main entrance circle while dropping off magazines. Lynn Morrison, Scott Parker Derlyn Frank in Houston. He Volunteers will collect, sort and distribute the magazines to several waiting areas (Lynda), Justin Parker (Kelly) attended Atkinson Elemen- in hopes of better meeting the needs of patients’ visitors. of Houston, Jennifer Sechrist tary School, Beverly Hills Participation in this project will help bring a welcome distraction to so many. (Jeff) of Canton, N.C., and Intermediate and Dobie High For more information regarding this project, call 281-929-6390. Amy Muniz of Chandler, School for a few years, then N.C.; great-grandchildren graduated from Southeast Aubrey Davis, Ashton Davis, Academy in South Houston. Area Republicans meet Oct. 18 Anneliese Klaren-Timme, He is preceded in death Members of the community are invited to Pearland Area Republican Club’s meet- Emma Parker and Charlotte by his paternal grandmother, ing on Tuesday Oct. 18. Parker, all of Houston, and Virginia Ford, aunt Becky The special guest speaker will discuss the critical importance of the upcoming Juliana, Jaymeson and Jor- West and uncle Tom Hart- $200 million Pearland ISD Bond Election. dyn Sechrist, all of Canton, well. Papaw D.A. Shank, Everyone is invited to attend and bring a friend on Oct. 18 to the Church of Christ N.C.; brothers James Morri- Mawmaw Peggy Shank and David A. Garcia, 42, died son (Karin) of Georgetown, cousin Quincy McGeehee. tragically on Friday, Oct. 7, annex, 2217 N. Grand Blvd., Pearland. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. The meeting begins Texas, Frank Morrison (Mar- Derek is survived by his 2016. He was a devoted and at 7 p.m. ian) of Angleton, Texas, and parents; his fi ancée, Michelle loving father to his son. He Michael Morrison (Dawn) of Cooper; his two daughters, will be missed and held dear- EFL group sets Smoky Mountain bus trip Houston; sister Wanda Kay Tatelyn and Haven Hartwell; ly in his family’s hearts. Morrison Painter of Bacliff, and Cooper’s daughters, Sky- David is survived by his The Hale Travel Group’s bus trip, Pigeon Forge and Smoky Mountains Show Trip Community and family members joined the South Belt-Ellington Chamber of Com- merce in a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate Tony’s Pizza & Grinders joining Texas; his wife’s family; and lar and Jordan Galvan. only son David A. Garcia II for adults 50-plus, is scheduled for Dec. 4-10, 2016 (Sunday through Saturday). The the South Belt-Ellington Chamber of Commerce on recently at 10330 Blackhawk. numerous other family mem- Derek was said to be full and parents Arturo and Her- cost is $629 for 7 days, 6 nights, per person which includes 4 dinners. Single sup- A reception featuring Tony’s pizza was held following the ceremony for community bers. of energy and adventure and linda A. Garcia. plement is $180. members, family, friends and chamber representatives. Shown are, left to right, William loved and en- constantly on the go, tending Visitation and a rosary The Hale Group has another trip, Classical Italy by Rail, for 10 days starting Tony Canolli, owner; Kenny Fernandez, Chamber 1st Vice Chairman; Glen Dav- joyed being with his family. to his family and a multitude was held on Oct. 12, 2016. March 21, 2017, at a cost of $3,995 double, and single supplement of $750. For enport, employee; Rebecca Lilley, Chamber 2nd Vice Chairman, Adonnis Canol- He recently accepted Christ. of projects. He worked for The funeral service will be more information, visit www.HCP1.net. li, owner’s son; Violet Canolli, owner; Miranda Halili, employee, and Dior Canolli, With his wife at his side, Wil- AT&T for 17 years. held at St. Christopher Catho- owner’s son. liam loved to travel and gam- Derek poured much of lic Church on Thursday, Oct. ble, making frequent trips to his energy into raising his 13, at 10 a.m. Interment will Local library events set Lake Charles, La. daughters to be confi dent and be at Forest Lawn Cemetery, Parker Williams Library He was a master ma- capable women, with both 8601 Almeda Genoa Road in Thursday, Oct. 13, 4:30 p.m. Hour of Code: Labryinth Codes, age 8 and older son with the South Houston practical life skills and fun Houston. Friday, Oct. 14, 5 p.m. Anime Club. Yamishbai: Japanese Ghost Stories, rated TV-14 chapter. He worked as a chief experiences. To send condolences, vis- Tuesday, Oct. 18, 5 p.m. Teen Book Fair, age 12 and older boiler operator, working at A hard worker and loyal it www.moralesfuneralho Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2:30 p.m. Internet Security class NASA under several differ- friend, Derek’s family and me.com. Wednesdays, Preschool storytime, 10:30 a.m. Thursdays, Toddler storytime, 10:30 a.m. Saturdays, Vietnamese storytime. Level 2 begins at 10 a.m., Level 1 begins at 11:15 Leader checks out social media a.m. and Level 3 begins at 2:30 p.m. For more on these programs, speak with Loc Bui. For more information on these programs, call the library at 281-484-2036. By Mary Doan On Saturday, Oct. 8, at dalizing homes and cars Bracewell Branch Library Members of the South about 1:30 a.m., an older with paintballs. Pictures Thursday, Oct. 13, 4 p.m. Kids Craft: Autumn Creations Belt & Sagemont area model of a black Honda of the incidents are posted Saturday, Oct 15, 10:30 a.m. - noon, Spanish Computer Class; 1-4 p.m., Scary origi- crime alert Facebook page SUV was spotted random- on the People of Sagemont nal mini-series showing of It. are in search of volun- ly stopping and attempting Facebook page. Tuesday, Oct. 18, 10:30 a.m. Preschool storytime; 11 a.m. Storytime craft teers who are willing to to rob people outside their An early voting site is Wednesday, Oct. 19, 10:30 a.m. Toddler storytime; 11 a.m. Toddler playtime represent their neighbor- homes by Southbridge and now available in the com- Wednesday, Oct. 19: Computer courses hood by addressing issues Bridgegate neighborhood munity on Monday, Oct. 2 p.m. Computer Basics - Course covers the main parts of a computer. Common or concerns within their on Fuqua and Blackhawk. 24, at 8 a.m. This will be computer terminology is defi ned and features of different computers and types of pro- area. This is a way to get The area is reportedly held at the Harris County ductivity, communications, educational, and entertainment programs are explained. to know neighbors and known for armed robber- Court Annex, 10851 Scars- 3:15 p.m. Internet Basics - Course explains the purpose of the Internet, what is need- Community and family members joined the South Belt-Ellington Chamber of Com- become more involved ies. dale, at the intersection ed to connect to it and important terms. Learn how to use web browsers and search in keeping the communi- Members of the South of Scarsdale and Beamer. engines, with an introduction to English vocabulary for searching the Internet. merce in a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the relocation of Fiesta Baking Sup- plies recently at 12820 Scarsdale Blvd Suite 2. Attending the event were, left to right, ty safe. To volunteer as a Belt This & That Face- Early voting ends Friday, 4:30 p.m. Basic Powerpoint - Students learn basic functions of this program to create representative, visit the book page warn residents Nov. 4, at 7 p.m. For ad- presentations, including adding graphics and multimedia. Students learn to identify the Julia David, owner; Lisbeth David; Diane Leared, South Belt Ellington Fun Bunch printing options for presentations. member; Ricardo David, the owner’s spouse; Kay Barbour, Chamber President; South Belt & Sagemont of the South Belt area of ditional information, visit For more information on these programs, call the library at 832-393-2580. All events Eli Tanklsey, Chamber Board Member; Kathy Brister; Alvin Dillard; Ronn Canon, area crime alert Facebook teenagers in a pearl white harrisvotes.com or call the Chamber Fun Bunch; Elnora Carnes, sister of owner; Maria Julia Cinpron, mother are free and open to the public. page and comment below Dodge Charger driving election information line at of owner; Kenny Fernandez, Chamber 1st Vice Chairman, and Francis Gonzalez, on Jeff Turnipseed’s post. around late at night van- 713-755-6965 Bracewell hours are Sunday and Monday - Closed; Tuesday and Wednesday - 10 a.m. shop manager. to 6 p.m.; Thursday - noon to 8 p.m.; Friday - 1 to 5 p.m.; and Saturday - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. HATS meet Oct. 18, bus trip set Pasadena ISD to hold annual Dobie Debate excels in New Orleans HATS, Hobby Area Travel and Social Club, for 50-plus, meets Tuesday, Oct. 18, at 9:30 a.m. at Glenbrook Methodist On Thursday, Sept. lian Spigner placed fi rst placed fourth, and in oral Andrew Barrett, gained Church, 8635 Glen Valley Drive. The speaker will be Tweens Book Festival Oct. 22 29, the speech and debate overall. Jazmyn Bolden interpretation Jazmyn the title of second place Congressman Gene Green. There will be a bus trip Wednesday, Thousands of students versity of Houston and com- meinhart, Donna Gephart, team from J. Frank Dobie and Rebecca Robertson Bolden placed third. traveling team sweep- Oct. 19, to Coushatta. The bus departs at 8 a.m. There are a few in grades 5-8 in the greater munity volunteers. The event Chris Grabenstein, Jenni- High school traveled to placed second in due in- In humorous interpre- stakes. seats open. The cost is $12 per person. ID is required. Arrive at Houston area are expected is sponsored by the Barbara fer Holm, Amy Ignatow, Jo 7:30 a.m. to check in. The bus returns at approximately 8 p.m. to attend the annual Tweens Bush Houston Literacy Foun- Knowles, Barry Lyga, D.J. New Orleans to compete terpretation. tation, Rebecca Robert- These ladies made the This is a HATS fundraising trip to pay for the church meeting Read Book Festival, Satur- dation and Phillips 66. MacHale, Cammie McGov- at the Holy Cross tourna- The next few days at son placed fi rst. Legacy rest of their team proud room. For information, visit www.hatsocial.org. day, Oct. 22. Attendees will Authors Jason Reynolds, ern, Lisa McMann, Rene ment. the second section of the Jefferson and Keishon along with their commu- have the opportunity to con- Trenton Lee Stewart and Saldana Jr., Augusta Scatter- On the fi rst day, the Holy Cross at Large com- Groves placed fourth in nity. They continue to nect with 32 local and nation- Adam Gidwitz will be the good, Monika Schroeder, Tui team members compet- petition, all six members duo interpretation, while work hard and accom- KBP Theatre to present al fi ction authors and illustra- keynote speakers for the day. Sutherland, Lauren Tarshis, ed and placed in the Big competed and advanced. Jazmyn Bolden and Re- plish the many goals that tors. Other authors include: John Ursula Vernon, Lisa Yee and Brass Round Robin sec- Lillian Spigner advanced becca Robertson placed they all have. They are The Emperor’s New Clothes The festival is a collabo- David Anderson, Jonathan Karen Romano Young. tion. to semi-fi nals in dra- second. truly a great representa- Kids’ Backporch Produc- leave the audience breathless. rative effort by the Pasadena Auxier, Tracey Baptiste, The Tweens Read Book In dramatic perfor- matic interpretation. In At the end of the tour- tion that hard work does tions, 3801 Liberty Drive in Showtimes are Thursday, Oct. Independent School District Kate Beasley, Frank Beddor, Festival will be held Satur- mance, Monica Watson program of oral interpre- nament, these team mem- pay off. Pearland, presents a Royal 20, at 7 p.m., Friday, Oct. 21, Offi ce of Libraries and In- Ally Carter, Karen Cushman, day, Oct. 22, from 9:30 a.m. structional Materials, South Gitty Daneshvari, Margaret to 5 p.m. at South Houston placed second and Lil- tation, Monica Watson bers, along with coach Season with The Emperor’s at 7 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 22, at New Clothes. 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets are Houston High School, Blue Dilloway, Margarita Engle, High School, 3820 South Invisible clothes? Two $14 for adults, $10 for seniors, Willow Bookshop, the Uni- Elizabeth Eulberg, Dan Ge- Shaver in South Houston. con men weavers play on the and $8 for youth and can be king’s vanity and make a for- purchased at www.kidsback tune doing nothing. It takes a porchproductions.org or at the small child to “expose” what’s door. For information, call Public Notice of going on. This is a hilarious, 281-412-5350 or email kbof fast-paced comedy that will fi [email protected]. Upcoming Accreditation Review Visit AARP 199 meets Oct. 21 by The ACEN AARP Webster Area Chapter 199 meets at 10 a.m. Friday, The LVN/Paramedic to ADN Transition Nursing Program wishes to Oct. 21, at Bay Area Community Center, 5002 E. NASA announce that it will host a site review for continuing accreditation of Parkway in Seabrook (the large building with a blue roof inside Clear Lake Park on the north side of NASA Parkway). its LVN/Paramedic to A.D.N. Transition program by the Accreditation Everyone is invited to enjoy coffee, cookies and fellowship at Commission for Education in Nursing. 9:30 a.m. before the meeting. Each month, the group has enter- You are invited to meet the site visit team and share your comments tainment or a speaker on various topics of interest to seniors. about the program in person at a meeting scheduled at 3:00 pm on Every two months the group has a potluck lunch. October 20, 2016 at San Jacinto College – South Campus 13735 The speaker for Friday, Oct. 21, will be Officer Tony Jambrik with the Seabrook Police Station. He will give advice Beamer Road, Houston, Texas 77089 Building 1 Room 117 (S-1.117). on how to remain safe while shopping during the holiday sea- Written comments are also welcome and should be submitted di- son. There will be time for questions and answers. rectly to: The group also organizes day trips by bus to local area Dr. Marsal Stoll, Chief Executive Offi cer points of interest at minimal cost. The next day trip will be on Wednesday, Oct. 26, to Humble for a Pontoon Boat Ride on Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing Spring Creek and the San Jacinto River. Lunch will be at The 3343 Peachtree Road NE, Suite 850 Potato Patch in Spring followed by a tour of the Humble Atlanta, GA 30326 Historical Museum. There is a limit of 25 people for this trip. Or email: [email protected] Several Dobie Debate team members recently son, Rebecca Robertson, Lillian Spigner, Jazmyn For those interested in joining the group, annual dues are $6 traveled to New Orleans for the Holy Cross Tour- Bolden, Keishon Groves and Legacy Jefferson. per year. However, one must be a member of national AARP to nament. Pictured are, left to right, Monica Wat- Photos submitted join any local chapter. For information, contact Liz Shepperd at All written comments should be received by the ACEN by 10/14/16. 281-486-7770 or [email protected]. Thursday, October 13, 2016, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 3 Students enjoy Summer Slide Children’s author visits Moore On Friday, Sept. 30, Lau- Vuthy “Woody” Kuon, children’s book students at Moore Elementary School. ra Bush Elementary held author and illustrator, recently visited Photos submitted a Summer Slide Carni- val to celebrate reading achievement over the summer. Students were able to participate in volleyball, basketball against a teacher, danc- ing, jump rope and sev- eral bounce houses. Photos submitted

At right: third-graders Left to right are fourth-graders Casey Aleman, Angel Amador, Yahir Amy Cedillo, Andrea Sagastizado, Monica Ramos Bonilla, Kaelyn Grice and Jo’Anna Williams. and Tatiana Breed

Above: Vuthy Kuon reads the class a story. Right: Vuthy Kuon speaks to a class of students with Halaina Hobbs at his side.

Third-graders Yetzabeth Arellano, Fernanda Flores, Ngoc Thang, Carlos Perez Baeza, Joshua Berlanga, Jeremy Flores and Joce- Fourth-graders Jesus Moreira, Jason Rodriguez, Jared So- lynne Adan lares, Emmanuel Ealy and Jeshua Moreno Thompson releases first 6-weeks honor rolls Thompson Intermediate Del Villar, Melina Phuong Martinez, Yaire Gerysand leria Nohemi Serpas, Jaelan Cindy Hernandez, Ethan School recently announced Mai Dongsi, Gerardo Esca- Martinez, Celina Mata, Co- Donae Sherman and Wyatt Daniel Hernandez, Francis- its honor rolls for the fi rst milla and Ana Celia Espinosa. ry’On Jerrod Matthews, Ash- James Sherwood. co Hernandez, Joshua Fe- Students Irie Joseph, Phoebe Schlueter and Mia Car- six-weeks of the 2016-2017 Nayely Yissel Faz Urias, lyne Celest Medina, Jessica Alize Nevaeh Silva, Met- lipe Hernandez, Karisa Irene ter have a ‘Kodak moment’ with Vuthy Kuon. Vuthy Kuon poses with Emmitt Larry. school year. Kaden Hooks Fernandez, Ana Suzanne Medina, Kadence zli Jamile Silva, Kenzie Ida Hernandez, Douglas Morgan Students earning honor Camila Flores, Jessica Va- Venus Medina, Ezequiel Isai Snook, Kielee Ashell Snook, Hill, Jaylne Pryce Humphrey, roll status are: nessa Flores, Sierra Yvonne Mejia Blanco, Crystal Mejia Gerardo Solis, Jasmin Jan- Tyson Thanh Huynh, Chloe’ Honor roll Frost, Selena Abigail Galicia, and Diego Mateo Melchor. et Sosa, Kyle Christopher Amanda Jackson, Jonathan Dance concert at San Jacinto College Seventh grade Melanie Michelle Galvan, Lauren Michelle Mendez, Stokes, Natalie Anaih Suarez, Henry Jackson, Johana Jasso Victoria Elizabeth Acos- Alexis Julia Garcia, Steven Matthew Thomas Mendiola, Alex Lee Susko, Andi Jaylen and Mauricio Alberto Jasso. ta, Nadine Ajmeere Ahmed, Edenilson Garcia, Adalie Gar- Jonathan M. Mendoza, Kate- Tamez, Arielle V. Terrazas, Jonathan Jacobi Jean, Am- features entertainment for a worthy cause Dominic Kiril Alanis, Ahmad za, Calvin Demerio Geans and lyn Mendoza, Kenneth Caleb Brooklyn Renee Thompson breon My’isha Jones, Casey Abdelmajeed Alazzeh, Mont- Timothy Quoc Giang. Merritt, Tristan Lee Miller, and Brianna Elise Toro. Voncile Junkin, Makayla Ma- San Jacinto College’s greater Houston area ser- Research Institute, and we some of the most estab- serrat Xitlalic Alba, Eric Ivan Jaqueline Abigail Gonza- Crystal M Morales, Luis Di- Brandon A. Torres, Diego rie Karkosky, Danae Eugenia Artists for Hope dance con- vice organization that pro- hope there will be anoth- lished dance companies Alvarez, Jarethzy Marielithza lez, Lazarus Gonzalez, Ma- ego Morales, Avry Gail Mu- Alexis Torres, Francisco Javi- Kostikoglou, Mikayla Denise cert brings Houston area vides supportive care ser- er large turnout to support and choreographers in the Alvarez, Lizbeth Marie Aran- rio Alberto Gonzalez, Yaslin noz, Karissa Munoz, Karime er Torres, Phoebe Alejandra Lagos, Thao Phuong Lam, Va- dance performers together, vices for children and their Project Joy and Hope,” Houston area,” she com- da, Rafael Antonio Argueta, Alize Gonzalez, Kaylee Ga- Murguia, Xavier Ray Musquiz Torres, Laisha Torres-Padil- nessa Marie Lam, Brooklynn while also raising funds families with life-limiting commented Christina Potts, mented. “The program will John Kevin Armenta and Jas- brielle Goodrum, Cameron and Albert Alexis Ngo. la, Annette Phuonganh Tran, Dominique Lathan, Victoria to support charity organi- conditions. San Jacinto College South feature a variety of dance mine Lizbette Arredondo. Joshua Gray, Dahira Yosemeri Brian Thai Nguyen, Grace Phillip Ethan Tran, Vi Thanh Marie Lazo, Tony Le and Eve- zations. The concert will Groups and individuals campus arts and physical styles including modern, Ublester Arroyo Espinoza, Gutierrez Olvera, Eliza Emily Nicole My Hanh Nguyen, Tran, Trinity Marie Tucker, lyn Anh Lien. feature choreography and who will perform at the education department chair. contemporary jazz, clas- Keegan Neal Ashworth, Alexa Gutierrez, Hassan Alejandro Kelly Han Ngoc Nguyen, Kim Genessis Elektra Valtierra, Chanel Laraine Lofton, dance performances by San concert include the San Ja- “Their motto is to give joy sical ballet, and dance for Sakeena Avila, Shinell Lanea Gutierrez, Hailey Beth Hen- Nguyen, Linh Ha My Nguy- Melanie Ariana Velazquez and Cheralyn Latrice Lofton, Na- Jacinto College students, cinto College Performing and build hope, and the or- fi lm. It will be a special Ball Ford, Aliyah Marie Bara- derson and Alexis Henriquez. en, Tommy Tang Nguyen, An- Deashia Erin Jenae Victoria. than Lopez, Xavier Stephen faculty, individual guest Arts Company, Ad Deum ganization serves as an ad- concert because it not only jas, Gabriel Barbosa, Linda Andrea Hernandez, Clar- thony Kevin Ochoa, Natalie Manuel Alejandro Viera Lowtan, Sandy Nhi Lu, Kenny artists and guest dance Dance Company, Frame visor and model for similar supports a great cause, but Jocelyn Barrientos Reyes, An- issa Yvette Hernandez, David Onozie, Abigail Alicia Ortiz, Vargas, Enrique Villanueva, Congkhanh Ly, Adrian Marti- groups. Dance Productions, High programs throughout Texas it brings so many local art- dre A. Barrientos, Miguel An- Alex Hernandez, Elijah Za- Celeen Andrea Ortiz, Diego Emilio Villarreal, Luis Emi- nez, Gerardo Yahir Martinez, The performance will be School for the Perform- and the United States.” ists together, for one night, gel Bazaldua and Caitlyn Rae vier Hernandez, Guadalupe Osuna, Audrey Elizabeth Ow- lliano Villarreal, Huy Thanh Joscelin Nicole Martinez, Jose Berkstresser. Lizbeth Hernandez, Katelyn ens and Isabella Elida Padilla. Vu, Khari Geno Walker, Zaire Luis Martinez, Valerie Alex- held at the South campus ing and Visual Arts, Jane Jamie Williams, San Ja- to present great art.” Catherine Marie Berk- Renee Hernandez, Leslie Her- Jeremiah Neil Rabang Elijah Walker, Cyrae Kristen andra Martinez and Erin Paige Marie Spence Flickinger Weiner, Jared Doster and cinto College South cam- Tickets to the dance per- stresser, Michelle Lorena nandez, Niklas Ricardo Her- Palma, Levani Tsotne Pelaez, Washington, Sophia Kassan- Maslonka. Fine Arts Center (Building Victoria DeRenzo, Leon pus dance professor and formance may be purchased Blanchard, Terrand Mon- nandez, Pedro Angel Herrera, Gilberto Joel Perez, Ivana Al- dra Wence, Londan Gabrielle Kyle William McDonald, 15), 13735 Beamer Road, Dance Arts, METdance and coordinator of the concert, at the door, or online at san te Booker, Shelbie Brean- Elliyah Ja’Nay Jackson and exa Perez, Oscar Fabian Perez, Curtis Wiggins, Faith Victoria Gavin William McMurry, Na- on Saturday, Oct. 22, at METtoo, ODP 2 and Vitac- said the show will show- jacdance.ticketleap.com. na Bourlier, Kendall Gisele Kiera Diane Jackson. Jason Pham, Valerie Phi Yen Williams, Aspen Sierra Woods thaly Marie Mejia, Desiree 7:30 p.m. General admis- ca Dance Project. case dance styles that will To learn more about the Brown, Ashley Summer Kyra Nadine Jackson, Da- Phonxayalinkham, Javon A. and Nicole Zamudio. Renee Miller, Alyssa Malaine sion is $18 per person, and “Last year’s charity appeal to all dance afi cio- San Jacinto College dance Brown-Klawuhn, Thomas Lu- mian Isaiah Jenkins, Joshua Portis, Kori Germaine Pounds, Honor roll Montes, Daniela Montoya, all proceeds will support dance concert raised more nados. “We are honored to program, visit sanjac.edu/ cas Bustamante, Alayna Ni- Ray Jimenez, Alexis Amina Isabela Pruneda, Alejandro Eighth grade Rhiannon Marie Morris, Janah Project Joy and Hope, a than $2,500 for the Cancer be presenting works from career/dance. cole Calvillo, Gabriella Cam- Kamal, Jaidyn Grayce Kelley, Ramos, Alexandra Ramos and Isabel Acevedo, Gail Kath- Naser, Joshua Hay Nath, Jona- po and Kaitlynn Rae Cantu. Anh Nhat Ky, Angelina Truc Zachary Edward Reimer. leen Afl alo, Zariah Jacelle than Neira, Alan Thanh Nguy- Amy Thuy Cao, Ricky Lam, An Nguyen Hong Le, Miranda Camille Resen- Aguilar, Xavier Jeriath Agu- en, Albert Truong Nguyen and Cao, Sean Anthony Car- Emerie Rebecca Leal, Diego dez, Arianna Lexi Reyna, irre, Maliha Akhter, Anna Bruce Vinh Nguyen. mouche, Ashley Castellanos, Javier Leanos, Emily Legaspi, Asher Elijah Ridge, Adrian Gabriela Allen, Anabella So- Duy Bao Nguyen, Harrison Roberts Middle Brandon Roy Cates, Izabella Laci Michelle Leija and Kevin Eden Rios, Joseph Rios, Syd- phia Amaro, Breleana Marie Nguyen, Henry Huy Nguyen, Xotchil Cavazos, Alani Eloisa Charles Lewis. ney Janae Robinson, Vanessa Anderson, Kevin Antonio An- Hieu Xuantrung Nguyen, Lu- Chapa, Alyssa Brianna Chap- Rhellin Charlene Lewis, Jannet Rocha, Alyssa Sanee drade, Layla Soraiya Arredon- cas Uy Nguyen, Steven Nguy- man, Lydia Alena Chicas, Brandon Armand Liceaga, Rodriguez, Isabel Alazae Ro- do, Alaric R. Johann Arriazola en, Tammy Luong Nguyen, School Naphat Kl Chimjun, Ronald Kimberly Lizardopuebla, Az- driguez, Lisette B. Rodriguez, and Alexandra Abigail Ayala. Thao Phuong Nguyen, Tr- Leslie Coleman and Matthew zael Alejandro Lopez, Elissa Megan Alani Rodriguez and Maryam Maytham Badr, ishta Quynh Nguyen, Andrea Christopher Collins. Joely Lopez, Larry Anthony Nikolas Alexander Rodriguez. Jeremiah Cedric Ballard, Ali- Michelle Obregon, Celeste celebrates Isaac Anthony Corte, Di- Lopez, Natalie Escobar Lo- Issys Annabel Romero, yah Barreiro, Joseph Eli Ba- Stephanie Ortiz and Maria ego Sebastian Cortez, Sebas- pez, Xavier Cuauhtemoc Lo- Haley Danae Salinas, Emily tres, Annaya Brielle Belton, Fernanda Paez Lopez. tian Alexander Cruz, Benson pez, Gabriela Nicole Lozano, Gissel Sanchez, Albaro San- Jasmin Adamaris Benitez, Phung Tieu Pang, Corban Carter Cubos, Thomas Duke Keena Magana and Jasmine tibanez, Ryan Keith Saxton, Jalen Denim Bernard, Kaitlyn Avery Parker, Chad Anthony grandparents Cypert, Di Ba Vu Dao, Fer- Marie Maldonado. Rickey James Schreier, Ken- Marie Bess, Melisa Nohemy Parmley, Jacob Nicholas Pe- nanda America Davila, Lucin- Jasmine Ariel Martinez, nedy Janae Scimmons, Noah Bonilla, Maxine Coyle Brown, rez, Helene Uyen Pham, Kev- da Sunfl ower Davis, Karina Lexi Martinez, Valeria Nicole Arthur Scott, Kal El Self, Va- Rod’Dre Marquise Butler and in Minh Pham, Mary Tuyet To celebrate Grandparents Day, Roberts Middle Ersury Kamron Byrd. Pham, Ayanna N Pope, Jor- School welcomed grandparents to eat lunch with Jose Alberto Cabrera, Re- dan Raymond Promise, Yahir its students on Sept. 16. nata Bo-Beth Cadena, Mat- Puente, Morgan Blaine Pytka thew Alexander Campos, and Marc Anthony Ramirez. Photos submitted Matthew Jacob Campuzano, Norberto Ramirez, Xavier Kiana Lissbeth Casco, Grace Anthony Ramirez, Juan An- Rachel Del Valle and Julian Del Valle Brianna Castaneda, Alexia La- gel Ramos, Austin Matthew shay Castex, Luke Ryan Cas- Rhoden, Jordyn Alexis Ridge, tillo, Melissa Cavazos, Sarah Mia Alexandria Ridge, Mela- Sophia Charles, Abigail Leigh nie Rios, Ivan Moises Rivera, Chiovaro and David A. Corte. Aaron Rodriguez, Denise Al- Emily Colleen Cortez, Al- exandra Rodriguez and Evan isha Monique Countee, Ger- Valexis Rodriguez. son Marcelo Cruz, Jacob An- Isabella Renee Rodriguez, gel Cruz, Erik Isaiah Cubos, Jacob Daniel Rodriguez, Mi- Danny Ngoc Dang, Marshall guel Angel Rojas, Joseph Khang Dang, Tyler Dang, Ka- Ryan Roppolo, Marissa Dean- licia Janai Davis, Alyssa Faith na Roy, Fidel Uriel Rueda, Day, Leah Alexandria De Celeste Rose Salazar, Isaac Hoyos and Jacob Alexander Santiago Salazar, Yasmin Sa- De La Rosa. linas-Roman, Arianna Briel Desirey Elizabeth Delara, Sampson and Alvaro Sanches. Isabella R. Delgado, Tucker Lendi Julixa Santos, Jada Beau Demo, Laura Marcela Shakira Sawyer, Madeline Diaz, Daniel Dinh, Jared Al- Marie Schwausch, Julio Ce- exander Dorantesadame, Dieu sar Silva, Lillian May Si- Xuan Duong, Drake Elias mons, Joel Furquawn Smith, Escobedo, Gavin Scott Aidan Marisa Michelle Soto, Ken- Feeley, Jacob Alexander dall Fay Spafford, Gillyanne Gloria Arroyo and Angel Arroyo Veronica Garza and Rafael Rojas Flores, Andres Gallegos Moli- Helena Spencer, Madelyn na and Gloria Nayeli Galvan. Gabriele Spray, Ellena L. Joshua Mark Gamez, Bra- Stevenson and Christina Dan- den Dewayne Gant, Aaron ielle Suarez. Mathew Garcia, Alexander Gonzalo Suarez, Elyssa Joshua Garcia, Joseph Aaron Reane Sulak, Jared Jarrel Tate, Garcia, Jakayla Monae Gary, Eric P. To, Alyssa Giselle Alyssa Marie Garza, Brissa Toro, Giselle Torres, Jose An- Marie Garza, Savannah Rae tonio Torres, Natalia Camille Garza, Madison Taylor Gates, Townes, Lili Ann Tran, Elvin Megan Jane Godeke and Da- Osmaro Turcios Romero, Jus- vid Alejandro Gomez. tus Rene Vela, Madylin Alexis Roy Alexander Gomez, Vela and Hilda A. Venegas. Fernando Alejandro Gonzales, Tiffany Angel Villarreal, Alayna Noel Gonzalez, An- Michael Tuan Vo, Anh Que drea Gonzalez, Emily Daniella Nguyen Vu, Zachary Kyle Gonzalez, Gabriel Alejandro Wallace, Mark Sameh Wil- Granados, Aixa Guerra Go- liam, Alise Yvette Williams, mez, Xavier Benito Gutierrez, Razzmon J. Williams, Enlai Darius Rashad Hale, Makayla Derrick Yii, Jannatun Nahar Lynn Harvey, Erica Kim Hay Zaman, Axel Jared Zapata and and Christopher Hernandez. Emma Delia Zapata. Jace Cowart and Linda Simpson Page 4, Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, October 13, 2016 Comedy, Just Add Over The Back Fence by Alexis 2016-17 Dobie Zombies, adds a zany Varsity Cheer Captain twist to live theater San Jacinto College’s a college drama troupe pre- BIRTHDAY WISHES FOR TRACY Moore Elementary FACEBOOK FRIENDS comedy, Just Add Zombies, tend to be dead to avoid their Tracy Giles celebrates a birthday Mon- Blow out the birthday candles for Maria CELEBRATE BIRTHDAYS kicks off the Halloween sea- kids’ shows, and their faculty day, Oct. 17. Birthday greetings are sent Abarca Oct. 15. Share a double-layer cake The Leader sends happy birthday wish- son with zany and eerie ad- sponsor fl ees with specifi c in- from husband Jim, children Aaron, Cody Oct. 17 with Brandy Castillo and Elizabeth es to its Facebook friends who celebrate a ventures. structions, “Don’t try to fi nd and Kristen, and parents Bobby (Leader Leimbach. birthday this week: The G-rated show will be me.” staff member) and Kenneth Griffi n. South Belt Elementary Thursday, Oct. 13: Michael Johnson, staged at the Central campus In a last-ditch effort to HAPPY BIRTHDAY, KIMBERLY! Send a birthday greeting Oct. 14 to April Michelle Carpenter, DeWayne Catron, Jerry Powell Arena Theatre save their star-crossed pro- Kimberly Flickinger turns 22 on Mon- Gonzalez. Oct. 15 is the day for a birthday Cathy Rex and Mark Chassay; Friday, (Building 13) on Oct. 19, 20, duction of Romeo and Juliet, day, Oct. 17. Happy birthday wishes are cake for Angela Walker. Oct. 14: Ralph Romair, Kristy Hall, Karen 21 and 22 at 7:30 p.m., and and indeed their program, the sent from mom Leslie and dad Fred Flick- Stuchbery Elementary O’Connor, Tammy Fort, Nick Kafarela, on Sunday, Oct. 23, at 2:30 desperate thespians roll the inger; grandparents Marie (Leader owner) The day for a cake for Pamela Tyer is Michele Rodriguez, Jason Warren p.m. There will also be a spe- dice and gamble that a zom- and David Flickinger and Olive Falkow- Oct. 13. and Richard Flores; Saturday, Oct. 15: cial Oct. 31 performance at bie cast member or two will ski; uncle David (Leader president) and Melillo Middle School Tonya Willoughby, Shawna Vannoy, 11:59 p.m. put people in the seats. But wife Ellie Flickinger; and sister Courtney Blow out the birthday candles Oct. 16 for Carlos Hernandez, Darlene Davila, Traci General admission is $10 will their hungry new actors and husband Chris Durham and children, Carolyn Odom. Silverthorn, Kelli Nobles Candace and per person at the door, with forever change the meaning Abigail and Jackson. Roberts Middle School Dorsey Green; Sunday, Oct. 16: Cristina a discount price of $8 per of “live theater?” person for all who purchase To fi nd out more about SCHOOL DAZE Sing a chorus of a birthday song Oct. 13 Denson, Rusty Jewell, Alice Wood, Crista tickets by Oct. 18. The box theater degrees and cours- The following personnel and staff mem- to Christina Sandoval. Oct 14 is the day Crouch, Michael Hinojosa, Becca Petkus, offi ce phone number is 281- es at San Jacinto College, bers of the Pasadena Independent School for a double birthday celebration for Erika Donna Brinkley, Erin Lutich, Rebecca 476-1828. visit sanjac.edu/career/the District celebrate birthdays Oct. 13 through Francis and Ashlie Haas. Talley Bizzarri and Patricia Escamilla- In the show, the parents of atre-fi lm. Oct. 19. Beverly Hills Intermediate Tamez; Monday, Oct. 17: Brandy Castillo, Atkinson Elementary Light the birthday candles Oct. 16 for Daniel Roessler, Belinda Zepeda-Winn, Light the birthday candles for Karen Melanie Flowers. Joe Bennett, Teena Knighten, Susan Care Partners meet Oct. 21 O’Connor Oct. 14. Jana Childs enjoys a Thompson Intermediate Scott and Stephanie Garza; Tuesday, Interfaith Care Partners Ministry group at St. Frances day of celebration Oct. 19. Sing a chorus of a birthday song Oct. Oct. 18: Michael Harris III, Suzann Cabrini Catholic Church, 10727 Hartsook St. (near Almeda Burnett Elementary 16 for Monica Sanchez. Send a birthday Patterson, Pam Lewis, Steve Reyna, Mall), a gathering for persons with Alzheimer’s, dementia On Oct. 13, Denise Ngo celebrates a greeting Oct. 17 to Emily Actkinson The Cheryl Townsend, Michael Baumgartner, or memory loss, meets the third Friday of each month from birthday. Megan Mayes enjoys a birthday day for a party for Claudia Salinas and Stephanie Morton, Kassie Schmidt and 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Oct. 15. Join in the birthday fun Oct. 16 as Pam Byars is Oct. 18. Michelle Cripps; and Wednesday, Oct. 19: Gatherings consist of a continental breakfast, arts and Maria Hubley celebrates the day. Dobie High Craig Stephens, Don Whited, Charlie crafts, exercises, entertainment, a singalong, a devotional Bush Elementary Ryan Jordan is wished a happy birth- Pistone, Pat Perez and Jesse Salazar. break, lunch, and ends with a game. Those who have a fam- The day for a cake for Lan Pham is Oct. day Oct. 15. The day for a double party LEADER WANTS YOU IN THE NEWS ily member or know of someone with these challenges, are 18. for Roger Brown and Diana Mayhew is Email birthday, anniversary, vacation, welcome to attend. All services are provided free of charge. Meador Elementary Oct. 16. Kristen Alexander is wished a congratulations, etc., to mynews@south An initial interview must be conducted by Interfaith Care Light the birthday candles for Shannon happy birthday Oct. 17. Rakiem Rowland, beltleader.com with OTBF in the subject Partners staff to welcome new participants into this pro- Mills Oct. 15. Oct. 17 is the day for a cake Dorothy Simmons and Paul Sinski share line. Items must be submitted by Friday gram. for Beverly Bolton. a birthday Oct. 19. noon for the next week’s publication. The next gathering will be held in the Mother Cabrini Center at the church on Friday, Oct. 21. For more infor- Dobie High School’s 2016-2017 Varsity Cheer mation or to register a loved one, call Interfaith Care Part- Captain is Jazmine Howard. She is a four-year ners at 713-682-5995 or visit the website at www.interfaith squad member and two-time NCA All-American. carepartners.org. South Belt Elementary names September VIPs Photo submitted Israeli Folk Dancing Oct.-Nov. Bay Area Singles Dance Dancing is an excellent way to accomplish cardiovascu- lar exercises while having fun. Israeli folk dance sessions at set for Saturday, Oct. 15 Congregation Shaar Hashalom are not built on one another, so if a few are missed or if one just wants to start, catching The Bay Area Singles Club monthly dance will be held up is quick. The dances are held at Congregation Shaar Saturday, Oct. 15, from 7 to 10 p.m. at the VFW Lodge, Hashalom on Mondays, from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Because of Post 6378, at 5204 Highway 3 in Dickinson. the Jewish High Holy Days, October has only one session Bring party snacks to share. Cost is $7 for members – Oct. 31. November 2016 dates are Nov. 7, 14, 21 and 28. and $9 for nonmembers. For more information, call 409- The cost, $4 per session or $35 for 10 sessions for CSH 948-1156 or 281-484-4762. members; $5 per session or $45 for 10 sessions for non- members, will cover expenses. 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BHI be- 1960s on Kingspoint in a cil meeting, Councilman and Pearland explaining the would seek a replacement came the only PISD school small chapel on property CORPORATION Louis Macey made two pro- YFU program. site for Weber Elementary to ever attend the presti- that is now part of Almeda posals: that all magazines 35 years ago (1981) School in the future. gious clinic for music, and Mall’s parking lot. Wilson 713-991-1777 with a nude or partially Finalists for Dobie Two male teens in a car was also the only interme- retired in the mid-1980s af- nude body on the cover be homecoming queen were tried to run Atkinson Ele- diate school-level orchestra ter serving 19 years. Church “We save concrete” removed from public view Connie Gates, Kelly Krafi ck mentary students over, then in the United States to have membership peaked un- at Intercontinental Airport, and Cindy Ives. got out of the car and pur- been invited to perform. der Wilson’s leadership at which is a publicly support- An 18-wheeler got stuck sued the children, grabbing Precinct 2 deputy consta- around 350. The church was ed facility; and for Mayor in a wet shoulder and top- a little girl and stealing her bles reported that an elder- forced to rebuild in April Flood problems? th th Fred Hofheinz to send a let- pled over at the Gulf Free- necklace. When the chil- ly complainant was bitten 2010 after being destroyed Date: Saturday, Oct. 15 and Sunday, Oct. 16 ter to grocery, convenience way feeder at Almeda-Ge- dren fl ed to a nearby resi- by a dog, and there were by fi re. Investigators im- You can go home again... Time: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. and drug stores asking them noa. dence, the teens left. several arrests. There were mediately determined the ® Place: YOUR Garage! to voluntarily remove offen- Several local residents 20 years ago (1996) three arrests for marijuana, cause of the blaze was ar- Let Farmers help. It’s that time of year again*! Clean out your drawers, closets and sive material from the eye- appeared at a Houston City Midshipman 1st Class a DWI, and one suspect was son, but no arrests were ever your garage! A great way to get organized and make money sight of children. Council meeting and then Christopher Childs, the son arrested for aggravated as- made in the case. At Farmers, we know that you insure is to participate in the community garage sale! El Paso native Kathy met separately with Coun- of Kirkwood’s Bob and sault on a police offi cer and The J. Frank Dobie home- your home to get things back to normal Your unused items could be someone else’s treasure. Coulehan, 19, a southwest cilman Frank Mancuso to Yvonne Childs, was con- unauthorized use of a motor coming king and queen were if something unexpected happens. That’s A volunteer from the community will be placing ads in the local paper youth coordinator for Youth express concerns over a gratulated by the secretary vehicle. announced at the Longhorns why you’ll love the friendly, thorough service and putting signs up at the front entrance of the community. for Understanding, stayed proposed Kingsgarden sub- of the Navy for his attention The Kirkwood South game Oct. 9. Jaylon Bold- you get from a Farmers agent. Call me *Garage sales are only allowed in the community twice a year on specifi ed dates by the HOA, generally in the Spring and Fall! in the Sagemont home of division. The subdivision to detail which saved the sign on Beamer at Kirkfair en was crowned king, and and get a quote on the insurance that the Hugh White family. was slated to be built on a Navy $100,000. was destroyed as the result Raegan Saxton was crowned helps get you back where you belong. 9-acre tract on Kingspoint South Belt resident Faye of a one-vehicle accident. queen. The Longhorns hand- south of Atkinson Elemen- Schimek was the fi rst recip- A pickup reportedly hit the ily defeated the South Hous- Michael W. Jewell, CLU WALKER LAW OFFICES tary. The residents were ient of the Distinguished sign and destroyed it, caus- ton Trojans in the game 50- 12929 Gulf Freeway concerned about the fl ood- Citizen Award, which ing approximately $15,000 23. Bolden was also a king Suite 112 (Fuqua Exit) Milton Walker, J.D. ing that might have result- would be given annually in damage. on the football fi eld, scoring ed from construction of the by Pasadena Independent 5 years ago (2011) three touchdowns in the fi rst 281-481-2121 281-481-0909 new homes. School District. The South Belt area re- quarter. farmers.com 30 years ago (1986) 15 years ago (2001) ceived some much-needed WILLS & PROBATE INJURY CASES Houston Fire Station Elizabeth Marie Helms, rain. According to the Har- WINNER BEST ROOFING COMPANY IN BAY AREA BUSINESS & COMMERCIAL OIL & GAS 70 on Beamer received 18, of the 9500 block of ris County Offi ce of Home- a Seagraves Pumper that Caffrey in Beverly Hills, land Security and Emergen- Call Now! LICENSED BY TEXAS SUPREME COURT cost $174,000. It was able died in a shooting incident cy Management, the rain www.walkerlaw.com to pump 1,450 gallons per in the 9500 block of Black- gauge located at Beamer 10909 Sabo, Suite 120, Houston, Texas 281-481-0909 minute. hawk. and Hughes Road registered Two area projects were Harris County Judge 4.4 inches of rainfall over a included in the Harris Robert Eckels was the guest 24-hour period – or rough- County Flood Control Dis- speaker at the South Belt-El- ly half as much as recorded trict’s package of proposed lington Chamber of Com- the previous eight months 5 Year Labor projects for the South Belt merce monthly luncheon. altogether. Warranty FURNITURE RE-DO area. They were two de- South Belt state Rep. 1 year ago (2015) tention basins, one serving Garnet Coleman pleaded no The Rev. Sherman Wil- • Re-Pair • Re-Finish the Turkey Creek ditch and contest from an assault in- son, the founding pastor • Vinyl • Re-Glue • Re-Screw the other serving the Beam- cident in which he was ac- of Sagemont Presbyterian Kevin Dalley ’76 Dobie Grad • Hardi Board er Road ditch. These two cused of pushing the princi- Church (now known as A Chris Dalley ‘79 Dobie Grad Siding basins accounted for $5.2 pal of his children’s school. Community of the Ser- ‘We Re-Do For You’ million of the $185 million His plea resulted in a $500 vant-Savior), died Oct. 8 at For Free Estimates Call: requested by the district. fi ne. the age of 93. Now located Jeff Davis 281-481-3216 25 years ago (1991) 10 years ago (2006) on Hughes Road across the 281-481-9683 Clear Creek Independent Beverly Hills Intermedi- street from Stuchbery El- School District Superin- ate was invited to perform ementary, the church orig- REPLACEMENT & STORM WINDOWS Thursday, October 13, 2016, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 5 Bush’s Ramsahai named October Tech writing course Bush students visit Judge Delgado Teacher of the Month could lead to job Responding to industry son said. “This is a special demand, San Jacinto Col- opportunity that can lead to lege will launch a special an immediate technical writ- technical writing course that ing connection at Lyondell- could provide students with Basell, an established, multi- pathways to high-demand, national chemical company.” high-paying jobs. Students who successful- Typically, a new course ly complete the eight-week is launched at the beginning course earn three transferable of a semester, but the new credits. The class satisfi es the technical writing course will communication requirement launch at the San Jacinto Col- for many San Jacinto College lege North campus on Oct. degree plans. 17. Interested students should The format for the new apply and register right away. technical writing course is Mark Johnson, North “hybrid,” meaning that it in- campus English and modern corporates online as well as language department chair, traditional classroom instruc- explained why the course is tion. “Lecture, video viewing launching over a month after and discussion boards will be the start of a semester. “We’re presented online, and then responding to a need present- students will attend class ed to us by the Lyondell- for hands-on technical writ- Basell petrochemical com- ing activities,” Johnson said. pany,” he commented. “They “Students will also visit a Ly- came to us and asked what ondellBasell plant and meet we could do to help them. some of the technical writers We offer second eight-week and plant operators.” courses, and we were able to Technical writers are in put this course together and high demand and annual sal- tailor it to their needs.” aries can range from $52,000 Students who complete to $90,240, according to the the class successfully will U.S. Bureau of Labor Statis- be interviewed by Lyondell- tics. Technical writers explain Basell for internship oppor- technologies, processes, and tunities that could lead to products in many formats, Laura Bush Elementary recently announced Laura Ramsahai as Teacher of full-time employment. “It’s including print, online and the Month for October. Ramsahai is the campus K-4 Dyslexia and Interven- an excellent pathway for other electronic means. tion groups teacher and is committed to student success. She has been teach- qualifying students to get To learn more about ap- ing for 12 years in Pasadena Independent School District and is currently in their foot in the door with one plying and registering at San her fourth year at Bush. Photo submitted of Houston’s most successful Jacinto College, visit sanjac. chemical companies,” John- edu/apply-register. Erica Anderson’s third-grade class from Laura Rayanna Turner, and Deputy Phillip Askew. The Bush Elementary recently visited Judge Jo Ann students enjoyed a visit with the judge and were Delgado’s JP Precinct 2 Place 1 courtroom. Pic- thrilled to have their questions answered in the ac- BHI announces first six-weeks honor rolls tured are, left to right, Judge JoAnn Delgado, tual courtroom. The additional chance to see a real Raymond Cain, Jeremy Jackson, Abel Hernan- patrol car was the icing on the cake. Beverly Hills Intermedi- Damarcus Lavon Groves, Isela Orellana, Caroline Itzel Botello, Elizabeth My Hong Deon Mccray-Turner, Patricia dez, La’Marcus Carter-Walker, Quin Thompson, Photo submitted ate School recently released Mariah Marie Guerrero, Bri- Orta, Patrick Alexis Ortega, Bui, Julia Thao Bui, Made- Medina, Sakinah Nogodion its honor rolls for the fi rst ana Gutierrez, Carolina Marie Martha L. Pacheco, Nicole leine Ngoc Tuyet Bui, Tony Yasmine Meite, Kevin Isma- six-weeks of the 2016-2017 Gutierrez, Zoe Mychelll Guy, Padilla, Heather Nikole Pat- Mai Bui, Danielle Marie el Mendez, Marcelo Jaheim school year. Students earning Taylor Quoc Viet Ha, Lashun- terson, Cyrus A. Perez, Amy Bulman and Avery Marsalis Merced, Ashley Sofi a Miran- Kids in Crisis: A Summit honor roll status are: da Lanette Hatten-Pool, An- Pham, Ashley Dang Pham and D’Ante Burton. da, Elias Alexander Montez, Alvarez recognized Honor roll dres Sebastian Hernandez and Emily Quynh Huong Pham. Jazlyn Arella Byron, Evan Christopher Rey Morales and on Education announced Seventh grade Susan Yvette Hernandez. Kieu Kaylana Diem Pham, Emanuel Cadena, Ernesto Francisco Abel Morales. Angelica Corazon Acac, Genevieve Francis Herre- Kristyn Thanh Pham, Thuy Calvillo, Esmeralda Calvil- Lissette Moreno, Zoe Dena Communities In Schools- sor of sociology at Rice Uni- Eris Felipe Acosta, Jaidyn ra, Sarrionna Karina Hobbs, Kassidy Diem Pham, Tina lo, Yarline Carolina Campos, Mottu, Josue Munoz, Sashi- Bay Area will host Kids in versity. Brianna Almaguer, Naydelin Madelyn Huerta, Jaquan Mai Pham, Tommy Minh Rayden Xavier Canales, Gi- ana Milagro Munoz, Mia Faith Crisis: A Summit on Educa- In 1982, Klineberg and Almaguer, Julio Cesar Alon- Xavier Hughes, Andrew Khoa Pham, Donyea Simone Por- zelle I. Cardona, Jhancarlos Alyssa Myers, Neriah Josslyn tion on Oct. 25 from 7:30- his students initiated the so, Emily Amezcua, Jeffrey Huynh, Thuat Nhu Huynh, ter, Kaitlyn Triny Shandory Carpio, Deanna Edilia Castel- Nanez, Andrew Ngoc Nguy- 11:30 a.m. at the University annual Kinder Houston Steven Argueta, Hussiel Arias, Tina Huynh, Emily Alexa Ig- Posada, Aiden O’neal Provost, lano, Zenaida Castillo, Alissa en, Augustin Hoang Nguyen, of Houston-Clear Lake. Area Survey, now in its 36th Mariana Nataly Badillo, Kar- lesias, Andrew Milton Ingram, Marilee Quiroga, Josue Ra- Marshae Coleman and Nicho- Dang Tran Hai Nguyen, Da- One of the goals of the year of tracking the remark- lie Ann Barba, Jared Barrera, Camron Robert Luis Jackson, males, Jose Luis Ramirez and las Antonio Covarrubias. vid Phi Hoang Nguyen, Diana summit is to raise aware- able changes in the demo- Raul Xavier Belman and An- Remi E. Jackson, Nicole Jasso Victoria Elizabeth Ramirez. John Bernard Cruz, Mark Nguyen, Huy Mai Nguyen ness about the changing graphic patterns, economic thony Paul Benavides. and Julia Isabel Jimenez. Miriam Alyssa Reyna, Na- Jackson D’Cruze, Natanael and Jason Hoang Nguyen. demographics in Clear outlooks, experiences and Gabriella Raye Binns, Meia Reneé Joseph, Aidan talie Danae Rios, Xavier Wil- Delgado, Geriah Amiree Der- Tom Minh Tam Nguy- Creek and Dickinson In- beliefs of community resi- Keesha Michaela Block, Alex- Allen Kainer, Keely Nicole liam Ritter, Jasmine Annette ouen, Quan Hoang Dinh, Ce- en, Tri Thuan Tran Nguyen, dependent School Dis- dents. is Dejanay Bocard, Denny King, Henry Jovany Lavergne, Romero, Angel Fabian Saenz, lene Le Duong, Brett Xavier Trung Quang Nguyen, Pre- tricts, both served by Following Klineberg’s Albert Bonilla, Bryana Sa- Christofer Laygo, Zamira Analesa Marie Salazar, Izabel Einspahr, Guadalupe Escalera, cious Ifeamaka Oko, Joey Communities In Schools- address, panelists from Clear rai Borjas, Savannah Marie Hunter Lewis, Marcus Joseph Alyla Sanchez, Santos Davi- Erick Fernando Escobar, Mar- Christine Ortega, Tristan Juan Bay Area. The half-day Creek and Dickinson ISDs Brookland, Serenity Cama- Lind, Guadalupe Alexander la Sanchez, Sebastian Renee ilyn Alyssa Espino, Francisco Pedraza, Yessenia Lizbeth gathering will address this will discuss perspectives on cho, Fernando Carrera, Bren- Lopez Alfaro, Michelle Alex- Sanchez, Kelly Torrie Sauce- Estrada, Ibrahim Yusuf Farage Pena, Alejandra Perez, Tony issue and create communi- education, government/poli- dan Carmine Caruso, Daniel andra Lopez, Alexandra Luna, do, Maya Treshae Scott and and Lizbeth Flores. Minh Pham, Ky Ky Duong ty-wide dialog among ed- cy and community. Guadalupe Cavazos, Mya Nhung Xuan Phuong Mai and Alexis Marie Segovia. Lizeth Flores, Emma Rose Phan, Thao Tinh Nhu Phan ucators, elected offi cials, Communities In Schools- Anna Laura Chapa and Jas- Xavier Van Buren Malone. Jazmine Elizabeth Sego- Fonseca, Rene Antonio Gal- and Destiny Pichardo. businesses and nonprofi t or- Bay Area works to keep kids mine Giselle Chew. Payton Elise Manuel, via, Roselin Serrano, Amira legos, Annabell Celeste Ga- Lizbeth Alejandra Pineda, ganizations. on the path to graduation and Idalia Contreras, Aidan Ayesha Usman Mariwa, Bri- N. Shephard, Jaqueline Juliett mez, Damian Garcia, Emily Vivian Aaliyah Postel, Lessly Keynote speaker for the beyond. Anthony Cortez, Malia Alex- anna Naomi Marroquin, Ari- Silva, Chelsey Xitlalyc Sosa, Nichole Garcia, Janie Isabel Ramirez, Amya Tyranea Ray, summit will be Dr. Stephen For additional informa- andria Curry, Trajan Myles ana Elizabeth Martin, Astrid Kevin Duy Su, Kenneth Louis Garcia, Karsten Alexander Malikandrew Freddrick Ray- Klineberg, founding director tion on the dropout preven- Davis, Demetria Delgado, Yoquebed Martinez, Juanan- Tezeno, Rosmery Torres Lara, Garcia, Michael Garcia, An- mond, Francesca Paola Reyes, of the Kinder Institute for tion program, visit www.cis William Andres Devenes, Mi- gel Martinez, Lael David Briana Jamilet Torres, Brissa drea Garibay, Natalie Ma- Devin Denise Richard, Kath- Urban Research and profes- ba.org. guel Angel Diosdado, Kenny Martinez, Mariella Mykayla Jasmine Torres, Dominic Me- rie-Elena Garza and Zachary erine Marie Rivas Ramirez, Nguyen Duong, Analaura Michael Matthews, Jose Reg- lecio Torres and Eleezabeth Anthony Glover. Lauren Ashley Robinson, Judaism and Religion in General: Elizarraras, Micaela Irene Es- inald Matthew Maxwell and Consuelo Torres. Alyssa Renee Gomez, Adriel Rodriguez and Benito cobar, Miguel Angel Espino Makenzie Ryelee McElhaney. Iliana Denae Torres, Jose Martha Guadalupe Gomez- Gabriel Rodriguez. Free monthly open discussions and Priscilla A. Espinoza. Brynn M. Riley McHugh, Alejandro Torres, Vanessa ramirez, David Jesus Gonza- Joseph Sebastian Rodri- Congregation Shaar Ha- share with everyone pres- Jordan Christian Ewing, Emma Reese McKenzie, Tiah Elizabeth Torres, Eric Quy lez, Victoria Gonzalez, Lin- guez, Jazmine Jeanette Rojas, shalom’s Rabbi Stuart Fede- ent. Jocelyn Abril Flores Sanchez, Michelle Miller, Aala Osama Tran, Tracy Tram Tran, Vanes- ley Victoria Hawkins, Briana David Alan Roman, Sandy row will host free, open to Congregation Shaar Ha- Sarahi Flores, Sydnye Adwoa Mohamad, Molly Star Molina, sa Van Thanh Tran, Violet Tu- Kshal Haywood, Penelope Ruiz, Vanessa Salazar, Joce- the public, weekly discus- shalom is located at 16020 Forde-Richins, Sarahy Fran- Lydia Montalvo, Andrew A. ong Vy Tran, Alejandro Trev- Hernandez Mendoza, Em- lyn Salazar, June Delilah San- sions. El Camino Real in Houston, co, Celeste Eloisa Gallardo, Montano, Angel De Jesus Mo- ino, Gisela Trigueros, Kailey ily Alexis Hernandez, Eric tillanes, Elias Uriel Saracho, Sessions are held the and is the conservative syna- Aracely Nataly Garcia, Tia- rales, Yair Moreno Rodriguez, Jianne Tsikis, Jacob Scott Alonzo Hernandez and Sarah Marshall Adam Scott, Yahir second Thursday of every gogue in the Bay Area. na Marie Garcia, Annabelle Jesalynn Ruth Moreno, Shayla Valladares, Nicholas Esteban Celeste Hernandez. Abraham Serna, Charles Rene month at Victor’s, 1425 The entire community is Garza, Darielys Danhay Gil Janae Morrison and Elizabeth Vasquez, Daniela Vazquez and Carlos S. Hernandez-Cha- Sigala, Amari Deon Singleton NASA Pkwy., in Houston invited to attend. Villavicencio amd Briana Mi- Ann-Marie Mullins. Thaly Angela Vences. varria, Joseph Sebastian Hi- and Kloey Lanette Smith. (next to McDonald’s) at 7 For additional informa- chelle Gomez Portillo. Tjasa Ariyana Murray, Kamila Villarreal, Jimmy nojosa, Ylise Ianna Hinojosa, Taleisha Michelle Smith, p.m. tion, contact the synagogue Zinaya Lynn Gonzales Brandon Nhat Nguyen, Chi Vo, Melanie-Tu Thi Vo, Hai- Anthony Loc Ho, Jennifer Kaleighe Grace Sommer- Anyone can join the dis- office at 281-488-5861 or Muniz, Gloria Minerva Gon- Thi Linh Nguyen, Jaclyn ley Hien Vu, Kathleen Quynh Nguyen Ho, Amy Anh Hoang, felt, Dylan Thanh-Trung Ta, cussion and bring questions, email at csh@shaarhasha zales, Andrea Marley Gonza- Uyen Nguyen, Jeenny Nguy- Vu, Ngan Thi Kim Vu, Ojany Kelly Hoang, Quang Hong, Wazha Tapela Tapela, Diego Mark Alvarez (left), a Dobie graduate, is a hero thoughts and opinions to lom.org. lez, Isaac Abel Gonzalez, Ivan en, Kathleen Nguyen, Lilly Markel Walters, Aalycia Le- Cindy Trinh Huynh, Jaylon Emiliano Tapia, Deja Nychol to many but his biggest fan is his nephew, Rene Gonzalez, Jennefer Suzzeth Thanh Nguyen, Natalie Thao- lani-Qui Warren, Nikole K.A. Juwon Jackson-Curvey, Bri- Thomas, Jose Rafael Tolenti- Alvarez (right). Mark has been a volunteer fire- Gonzalez, Jesus Enim Gon- Han Nguyen, Thien Phuc Thi Welcome, Xavier Zion Wil- ana Zulem Jamaica and Briana no, Gerardo Torres, Anh Ho- fighter with the Southeast Volunteer Fire zalez, Leslie Gonzalez, Chris- Tran Nguyen, Thu Ngoc Anh liams, Haley Kristyn Wright, Isabelle Keim. ang Tran, Deborah Thy Tran, Department since 2003. Over the past 13 years, topher Earl Goudeau, Serena Nguyen, Victoria Diep Nguy- Ariana L. Alise Xayadeth, Au- Hayden Jay Lazo, Christi Kathy Mai-Trang Tran and he has advanced to a lieutenant and engine Nia’jean Graham and Daniel en and Andrea Sofi a Nunez. loun James Xouphonphackdy, Kieu Le, Ha My Thi Le, An- Sydni Skylan Tran-Ayala. Eduardo Grajales. Nicholas Oscar Ochoa, Michael A. Zambrano and Na- drea Leon, Jesus Jael Leon, Deeangel Trinh, Julie Ngoc operator instructor position. He offers his time Delia Michelle Grantham, Damaris Anjanae Oder, Angel talie Jalene Zeledon. Abel Alexander Limachi, Aa- Trinh, Joshua Turrubiates, to help save lives and fight fires but also dedi- Desean Trevion Gray-Biggs, Gabriel Oliva Lopez, Miriam Honor roll liyah M. Loosa, Truc Thanh Jaeden Zachary Tyler, Marisol cates his time being a part-time instructor for Eighth grade Luu, Faaizah Maleehah, Nash- Isabel Valadez, Sergio Valdez, rookies. He also holds a position of membership James Darrin Abramski, mi Usman Mariwa, Nohemy Trinity Lynn Vanek, Marina committee at SVFD. Mark has inspired many, Christopher Acevedo, Jacob Marquez, Lailah Martinez, Carrillo Vasquez, Diep Thi and continues to educate little ones just like his Daniel Acevedo, Bryan Al- Cadie Colleen Masterson and Ngoc Vo, Quan Tuan Vo, Thuc nephew on fire safety. His sister, Loreanna JJoinoin uuss oonn FFacebook!acebook! barran, Jesse Logan Angui- Carlos Ignacio Mata Barba. Uyen Vo, Tony Vo, Son Hoang Alvarez, says she is very proud to have him as a ano, Jayla Marie Arenas, Asly Cynthia Consuelo Mata, Vuong, Celine Shanel Webster brother. Photo submitted Mariela Arguera, Emily Maria Jasmine Alexa Matute, Jordan and Saniya Semaj Wilson. Get local news and Argueta, Jaqueline Arredon- do, Janie Eyenid Ayala, Jona- than Banda and Demetry Isa- updates between iah Banda-Gutierrez. Adrian Dominick Baragan, issues! Kristen Alise Barba, Aleyda Benavides, Briana Guadalupe CHURCH DIRECTORY Benavides, Rolando Moses

John E. Freeman, D.D.S., M.S. Orthodontist AAttendttend thethe churchchurch ofof youryour choicechoice 281-481-9575 13310 Beamer Appliance Therapy: Corrects crowding and a The Catholic Community of ST. LUKE THE EVANGELIST recessive lower jaw line. Rev. Douglas J. Guthrie, Pastor New Covenant Rev. Alvaro Interiano, Parochial Vicar 11011 Hall Rd. Houston, TX 77089 Eliminates the need for (between Beamer & Blackhawk) Christian Church www.stlukescatholic.com orthodontic tooth removal LITURGY SCHEDULE 10603 Blackhawk in many situations. Saturday Vigil 5:30 p.m. 281-484-4230 Sunday 7:30, 9:15, 11:15 a.m. Sunday 1:00 p.m. Misa en Español Bill & Cheryl Hines, Pastors Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00 a.m. We’ve Enlarged Our Eliminates the need Tuesday & Thursday 7:00 p.m. Day Care Facilities

for headgear. Sacrament of Reconciliation is celebrated Bill & Cheryl Hines Register Now! 281-481-2003 Thursday 7:45 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday 4 to 5 p.m. WEEKLY SERVICE TIMES Second Opinions Welcome! Parish Office 281-481-6816 Sunday Wednesday Faith Formation 281-481-4251 Early Service • 7:45 a.m. Prayer Meeting • 7:00 p.m. Insurance Assignment Accepted • Quality and Caring Office Youth Ministry 281-481-4735 Sunday School • 9:30 a.m. Mid-Week Service • 7:45 p.m. St. Luke’s offers ministries for ALL-families, men, women, youth, Worship Service • 10:45 a.m. • Certified Specialist • Serving the South Belt Area Since 1981 children, young adults, single, divorced, separated, widowed. Nursery Available at all Services Page 6, Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, October 13, 2016 2016-2017 Dobie JV Cheerleaders CTHS’s Gary Chattman named Mix 96.5 Teacher of the Month Gary Chattman, a U.S. ly. After a series of student History teacher at the engagement activities, Lewis Career and Tech- Farra read the nomination nical High School, was the radio station received surprised by the Mix 96.5 on Chattman’s behalf. Dave, Mahoney and D.K. “This man has a heart morning show on Friday, of pure gold and lives to Sept. 30, as he was nom- see his students’ love for inated the Houston Love learning,” Farra read. “He Teacher of the Month. would go to the ends of the “This is such a surprise earth for his students and and an honor. I really love fellow teachers and defi - what I do,” Chattman said. nitely deserves this hon- “I wouldn’t be the teach- or.” er I am today without my As the Houston Love staff, principals, content Teacher of the Month, specialists and fellow Chattman received a $500 teachers.” check from Gulf Coast Chattman was invited Educators Federal Cred- along with other instruc- it Union and recognition tors and CTHS students by from Mix 96.5. Mix 96.5’s Dave Farra and To nominate a teacher, Daena Kramer under the visit www.mix965hous Left to right, Lewis CTHS principal Steven guise of a student pep ral- ton.cbslocal.com. Fleming congratulates Gary Chattman.

The 2016-2017 Dobie High School Cheerleaders are, left to right, row) Samantha Carter, Shelby Couchman, Genesis Juares, An- (front row) Laila Hernandez, Olga Cisneros, Maya Scott, Alysia dres Melcher, Chloie Ray, Andrew Salas, Bailee Dang, Michelle Loosa, Victoria Nunez, Bianca Espinoza, Juliana Moreno, (back Kelly and Aaliyah Luna. Photo Christine Couchman CAF Wings Over Houston Airshow Oct. 22-23 features Blue Angels, F-35 and Pearl Harbor Remembrance Only a couple of weeks sary of Pearl Harbor, the air World War II and Korea, B-24 set up camp, complete with around the globe. until the U.S. Navy Blue An- show will pay tribute to the tail gunner S/Sgt. Kent Gil- authentic World War II mili- The 2016 Airshow benefi ts gels come to Houston to fl y service, sacrifi ce and heroism lum, and two pilots who fl ew tary vehicles, equipment and the CAF Wings Over Houston their heart-stopping perfor- demonstrated during WWII. Hellcats off the U.S.S. Hornet uniforms. Airshow Scholarship Pro- mance in the 32nd Annual Performing will be fan-favor- in World War II, Lt. (JG) Til- • More fun on the ground gram, Aviation Career Educa- Commemorative Air Force ite Tora! Tora! Tora! with its man Elison Pool and Lt. (JG) for everyone includes plenty tion Academy, Exchange Club (CAF) Wings Over Houston explosive reenactment of the Charles E. “Billy” Watts. of food, merchandise booths, of Sugar Land, Westchase Airshow, scheduled for Satur- bombing of Pearl Harbor. Other performers and fam- children’s carnival area, air- Rotary Club and the Com- day and Sunday, Oct. 22-23, “In the air and on the ily-fun attractions include: craft simulators and more. memorative Air Force aircraft at Ellington Airport. ground, we have created an • World War II-era planes Come early to do it all. restoration and fl ying histor- A variety of ticket op- exciting and fun weekend of performing and on display Tickets can be purchased ical programs, in addition to tions are available at www. events for the entire family, from various units of the in advance by visiting www. numerous other nonprofi t par- wingsoverhouston.com or by a fun event that has been a Commemorative Air Force, wingsoverhouston.com or by ticipating organizations. calling 888-4-FLYSHOW, Houston family tradition for Texas Flying Legends Mu- calling 888-4-FLYSHOW. Commemorative purchasing at the gate or buy- 32 years,” said Airshow Di- seum, Lone Star Flight Mu- Tickets can be purchased at Air Force From left to right are Dave Farra, Mix 96.5; Lin- Powell, Pasadena ISD superintendent; Julia Arce- ing general admission tickets rector Bill Roach. “The Blue seum, Vietnam War Flight the gate on show days, but The Commemorative Air da Lukaszewski, GCEFCU CEO; Gary Chatt- neaux, GCEFCU; Daena Kramer, Mix 96.5; and at local Kroger stores. Angels always fl y an amaz- Museum, Lewis Collection, premium reserved seats sell Force honors the men and man; Jessica Rodriguez, GCEFCU; Dr. DeeAnn Cheryl Mundy, GCEFCU. Photos submitted Joining the Blue Angels ing show and bring in record Cavanaugh Flight Museum out early. General admission women who built, main- will be an array of incredible crowds, so we suggest you and Collings Foundation. To tickets are available at area tained, and fl ew in these air- aerial performances by the buy tickets now, use public see all of them up close and Kroger stores. planes during World War II. AeroShell Aerobatic Team, transportation, and arrive ear- on the ground, arrive at 8 a.m. Commemorative Air Force The organization believes Line by Line with the Prophets scheduled a demonstration fl ight of the ly to see all of the older war- and go straight to the warbird (CAF) Wings Over Houston that is best accomplished by F-16 Viper, aerobatic perfor- birds that will fl y in the show ramp until it closes at 10 a.m. The Commemorative Air maintaining the airplanes in Line by Line with the attended previous classes. synagogue in the Bay Area. shaarhashalom.org or con- mances by Sean Tucker, Matt before they close that area.” • Modern military aircraft Force (CAF) Wings Over fl ying condition; taking the Prophets is an opportuni- Everybody is welcome to The entire community is tact the synagogue offi ce at Younkin, Debbie Rihn-Har- Ace pilots and other dis- on display, including the sleek Houston Airshow is a nonprof- airplanes to the people allow- ty to get familiar with the attend anytime. invited to attend. For more 281-488-5861 or at csh@ vey and Paul Fiala, and an Air tinguished military veterans F-35A Lightening II Stealth it 501(c)(3) community event ing them to experience the prophets’ insights by read- The sessions, guided by information, visit www. shaarhashalom.org. Force Heritage Flight featur- will make appearances in the Fighter, the reliable B-52 Stra- produced by a volunteer effort sight and sound of the aircraft ing the ancient text together. Rabbi Stuart Federow, are ing F-16 Falcon, P-47 Thun- Legends & Heroes Autograph tofortress, the massive C-17 of the Gulf Coast Wing, Hous- in fl ight. Starting with Isaiah, partici- conducted on Sundays from derbolt and F-35 Lightening Tent, happy to autograph cargo plane, and more. ton Wing, and Tora! Tora! Collecting, restoring and JJoinoin uuss oonn FFacebook!acebook! II Stealth Fighter. your event program for free. • A fl ight demonstration Tora! of the Commemorative fl ying vintage historical air- pants will learn and discuss 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Vintage World War II-era Among the show’s guests of the U.S. Coast Guard He- Air Force, with support from craft for more than half a each verse. at Congregation Shaar Ha- Get local news warbirds – including one of the will be several World War II licopter Dolphin MH65D, the the Lone Star Flight Museum century, the Commemorative Although the study is shalom. The congregation, and updates largest arrays of U.S. fi ghters veterans, including Col. Dick aircraft used for rescues in our in Galveston, Texas Legends Air Force ranks as one of the line by line through the text, located at 16020 El Cami- and bombers fl own in any air Cole, who recently celebrated gulf coastal area. Flying Museum, Vietnam War largest private air forces in the one doesn’t have to have no Real, is the conservative between issues! show in the nation, as well as his 100th birthday and is the • The RE/MAX Sky- Flight Museum, Lewis Air world. The CAF is dedicated rare planes such as a British last surviving member of the diving Team will open the Legends and Collings Foun- to Honoring American Mili- Spitfi re and one of the world’s famous Doolittle Raiders. Al- show, bringing the American dation West. tary Aviation through fl ight, only fl ying Japanese Zero though too many to list, some and Texas fl ags to the crowd The air show is dedicated exhibition and remembrance. fi ghters – will perform reenact- other airmen appearing will be during the National Anthem. to showcasing vintage World A nonprofi t educational as- MAKE A DIFFERENCE. ments and fl y in formations. triple-ace Col. Dean Caswell, • Before the airshow War II aircraft, along with sociation, the CAF has more Honoring the 75th anniver- Col. Joe McPhail who fl ew in starts, Texas City Radio Con- the thrills of modern aviation. than 13,000 members and a JOIN THE TEAM THAT IS trol Club will demonstrate One of the top air shows in the fl eet of 165 airplanes distrib- Early Childhood Center (ECC) ◆ Holly Barber-Gadin, Director scale model radio-controlled United States in its category, uted throughout the country 281-741-7497 [email protected] aircraft that will amaze visi- the CAF Wings Over Houston to 76 CAF units for care and LEADING HIGHER EDUCATION tors with their capabilities. Airshow attracts more than operation. For more informa- • Members of reenactment 90,000 festivalgoers through- tion, visit www.commemora and historical organizations out Houston as well as from tiveairforce.org.

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HAR0716 SECTION B Thursday, October 13, 2016, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section B, Page 1 SPORTS & CLASSIFIED Burger dinner at Dobie Longhorn netters Portis to face GAT once more The Dobie High School volleyball program wants to The end of an era is and Tuesday, Oct. 17-18. the Lions of Thompson af- purchase new nets and volleyballs, and is hosting a Ham- coming, but not before a And since there is not ter 30 years. burger Supper to help raise funds for the cost of those grab second seed true Pasadena ISD coach- a playoff system in the Portis is retiring at the items. Booster club members will be in the concession ing legend leads his troops Pasadena ISD ranks for end of the school year, and stand during the Dobie versus Deer Park volleyball series for perhaps the final time this season, it’ll be the last what a memorable career of matches Tuesday, Oct. 18. From 4:40 to 6:30 p.m., Courtesy of rain, a pair was up next in the District of area championship 21/22-6A area champion- in one of the greatest ri- time the Battlin’ Bears’ it’s been. He actually spent fans from both programs may purchase the hamburger valries the district has ever Ben Portis coaches against Continued on Page 2B meals, including burger, chips, a soft drink/water and team tennis series will ships. dessert for $8 each, dine at the match or carry-out. take some time to get fi- Meanwhile, in District known. nalized. 24-6A, the Clear Brook It’s Beverly Hills versus At press time, Dobie Wolverines were poised Thompson in intermediate BREAKFAST knew it had secured the to either win the league football action Monday served No. 2 seed out of District championship or finish 8:00 AM DIXIE DELI 22-6A but was waiting to fourth based on its out- BHI 8A hosts to All Day 364A FM 1959 see whether Atascocita or come of a head-to-head Sun.-Thur. 8-10 – Fri.-Sat. 8-11 (between I-45 & Hwy 3) AILY PECIAL 281-484-3083 D S – $4.99 Goose Creek Memorial Continued on Page 3B Thompson BRUNCH BUFFET 6” PO-BOY, CHIPS & DRINK Hours: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Mon., Oct. 17, 5 p.m. Sat. & Sun. 8 AM to 2 PM Area volleyball races COUPON BHI 8B at $5 OFF Happy Hour All Day Every Day 2nd Entree – Catering Available – Not good for breakfast or brunch headed down to wire Thompson buffet. 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Lutheran South at 2nd Baptist 2nd Baptist 2nd Baptist 2nd Baptist 2nd Baptist 2nd Baptist Having missed the post- Houston 2nd Baptist season in 2015-2016, the Lady Longhorns are in- Foster at Terry Foster Foster Foster Foster Foster Foster tent on making a come- back, with 22-6A new- Friendswood Friendswood Friendswood Friendswood Friendswood Friendswood Friendswood comers Beaumont West at Clear Creek Brook, Deer Park and La Porte seen as the pri- Cinco Ranch vs. Cinco Ranch Cinco Ranch Cinco Ranch Cinco Ranch Cinco Ranch Cinco Ranch mary playoff contenders Mayde Creek entering the regular sea- son. This week’s record 8-2 5-5 8-2 6-4 9-1 9-1

Season record 47-22 42-27 51-18 43-26 52-17 44-25 Sports Calendar Week 10 BAFL games BAFL Week 9 Scores VOLLEYBALL Friday, Oct. 14 Saturday, Oct. 15 Dobie varsity at Pasadena, 6:30 Sr. Jr. Soph. Fr. Dobie JV at Pasadena, 5:30 Dobie freshman A at Pasadena, 4:30 Rams 8 18 0 20 Dobie freshman B at Pasadena, 4:30 Sagemont Cowboys at Pearland Patriots Pearland Dad’s Club, 8 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 15 Cowboys 32 39 28 34 Brook varsity hosts Clear Lake, noon Brook JV hosts Clear Lake, 10:30 a.m. Brook freshman A hosts Clear Lake, 10:30 a.m. Southbelt Dolphins host Pearland Texans Brook freshman B hosts Clear Lake, noon Blackhawk Park, 8 a.m. Dolphins 18 6 6 0 Tuesday, Oct. 18 Brook varsity at Clear Springs, 6:00 49ers 19 47 19 42 Dobie varsity hosts Deer Park, 6:30 Ellington Rams at Missouri City Vikings Brook JV at Clear Springs, 5:00 Hunter’s Glen Park, 8 a.m. Dobie JV hosts Deer Park, 5:30 Brook freshman A at Clear Springs, 4:15 Dobie freshman A hosts Deer Park, 4:30 Portis, Beverly Hills to face Thompson as legendary career nears end Brook freshman B at Clear Springs, 5:15 Continued from Page 1B “I’m going to be leav- itors know one another Portis will finish out There will be more ways prided himself as a for all the marbles as far as Dobie freshman B hosts Deer Park, 4:30 a few years at Thompson ing, so it’s time for those from being on the same the school year. He has basketball games, and football coach, and this the league races go. It’s al- but has been in charge at who plan on being here teams in younger life. For enough off days collected the track and field season next set of games has been most always been that way Friday, Oct. 21 Beverly Hills for the vast in the future to take over the eighth-graders, they to do otherwise, but he’ll will finish things off next what it’s all about. It’s BHI in PISD, and it’s a fitting Brook varsity hosts Alvin, 6:00 majority of his career. and learn on the run. This remember last season’s be around instead. spring. But Portis has al- versus Thompson, and it’s end for Portis. Dobie varsity hosts La Porte, 6:30 Yes, the schools’ other is not my product moving games and on what they sports are important, but forward, so I’ve taken a need to improve. Brook JV hosts Alvin, 5:00 it doesn’t get any more step back as much as pos- “We had a good battle Bay Area Football League Standings Dobie JV hosts La Porte, 5:30 intense than the Bears and sible.” with Thompson last sea- Brook freshman A hosts Alvin, 4:15 Lions on the gridiron. But then comes the son and have had an out- Senior Division Junior Division Dobie freshman A hosts La Porte, 4:30 Thompson has had a bit Thompson matchup. Portis standing run of big games Team W L T Team W L T Brook freshman B hosts Alvin, 5:15 of the upper hand in recent was at Thompson for three against them over the seasons, having scored a years and has now been at years,” Portis said. “And Eagles 9 0 0 49ers 8 0 0 Dobie freshman B hosts La Porte, 4:30 pair of district-champi- Beverly Hills for 30 years. that’s going to continue onship victories over the He said he recommended whether I’m here or not. Hurricanes 8 0 0 Eagles 7 2 0 TENNIS Bears a season ago. former Thompson head I think we all just love the Cowboys 7 1 0 Cowboys 6 1 1 Monday, Oct. 17 through Saturday, Oct. 22 For this season, the coach John Fowler for that competition. Dobie varsity at Area Championships, TBA stakes have been raised a position when it was open. “All we can do on a Stingrays 7 1 0 Texans 6 2 0 bit higher. Pasadena ISD Fowler indeed took weekly basis is prepare Brook varsity at Area Championships, TBA officials created Division over the Lions’ program our kids to be as success- Dolphins 6 2 0 Stingrays 6 2 0 I and Division II races be- and had a great run of suc- ful as possible, and that Patriots 5 2 1 Patriots 6 2 0 FOOTBALL ginning this season. cess before retiring several extends well beyond the Thursday, Oct. 13 Both Thompson and years ago. football field. But this last Texans 5 3 0 Sharks 5 3 1 Dobie varsity hosts Sam Rayburn, Veterans, 6:00 Beverly Hills are part Portis is excited that the time to play Thompson of Division I along with eighth-grade A and sev- will be special.” Bulls 4 3 0 Bulls 4 3 1 Brook JV Black hosts Clear Lake, 4:30 Bondy, Miller and South enth-grade A games will Over the first month of 49ers 4 3 1 Hurricanes 4 3 1 Brook JV Red hosts Clear Lake, 6:30 Houston. be played at Beverly Hills the football season, Portis Brook freshman Black at Clear Lake, 4:30 There are simply sev- Intermediate. Many for- has had conversations with Panthers 4 5 0 Rams 4 4 0 Brook freshman Red at Clear Lake, 6:30 en regular season games, mer players and coaches coaches from opposing with no playoffs to follow have indicated they’ll be schools about his upcom- Sharks 4 5 0 Bulldogs 4 4 0 as in previous years. For on hand for the big games. ing retirement. Rams 3 5 0 Raiders 4 4 0 Friday, Oct. 14 Thompson and Beverly “It’ll be great to see Obviously, they all Brook varsity vs. Clear Lake, Challenger, 7:00 Hills, and for Portis, this everyone, some of the for- express that the competi- Mustangs 3 5 0 Panthers 4 5 0 Oct. 17-18 matchup is it mer players that hopefully tion against Portis and his Monday, Oct.17 for the season. you’ve guided in a positive troops will be missed. For Bulldogs 3 5 0 Gators 3 5 0 Beverly Hills 8A hosts Thompson, campus, 5:00 For Portis’ part, he’s way. 33 years, Portis has been leaving the focus on the “Our job has always on the sidelines showing Raiders 2 6 0 Dolphins 2 6 0 Beverly Hills 8B at Thompson, campus, 5:00 players and the rest of been to help prepare these the way for his players. It Saints 0 8 0 Mustangs 2 6 0 the Bears’ coaching staff. young men and women for will soon end. Tuesday, Oct. 18 Since he will be exiting the jump to Dobie High But Portis knows noth- Gators 0 8 0 Saints 1 7 0 Beverly Hills 7A hosts Thompson, campus, 5:00 the program at school School. That’s always ing lasts forever. He ad- Cougars 0 8 0 Cougars 0 8 0 Beverly Hills 7B at Thompson, campus, 5:00 year’s end, he’s tried to been the focus. And we mits to having a difficult allow the other staff mem- have obviously had a great time coming to grips with Sophomore Division Freshman Division bers to take the lead. rivalry with Thompson the Gen Xs and the millen- Thursday, Oct. 20 “At some point, you over the years.” nials. He knows it’s time Team W L T Team W L T Brook JV Black at Clear Springs, campus, 4:30 have to let someone else For the players’ part, for him to let someone Bulldogs 8 0 0 49ers 8 0 0 Dobie JV Orange vs. S. Houston, Auxiliary, 6:30 take over,” Portis said. so many of the compet- else take the reins. Brook JV Red at Clear Springs, campus, 6:30 Hurricanes 8 0 0 Bulldogs 7 1 0 Dobie JV White vs. S. Houston, Auxiliary, 4:30 Sharks 8 1 0 Texans 7 1 0 Brook freshman Black at Clear Springs, campus, 4:30 Local sports news, notes Patriots 7 1 0 Bulls 6 2 0 Brook freshman Red at Clear Springs, campus, 6:30 Dobie Diamond Club plans golf outing Oct. 22 Dobie freshman Orange at S. Houston, campus, 4:30 The Dobie Diamond Club, official booster organization of the Longhorns’ Texans 6 2 0 Cowboys 6 2 0 Dobie freshman White at S. Houston, campus, 4:30 baseball program, is making final preparations for the 7th annual Dobie Baseball Cowboys 5 2 1 Stingrays 5 2 0 Golf Tournament. The event, which is one of the program’s top fundraising Friday, Oct. 21 efforts of the school year, will be held Saturday, Oct. 22, at Country Place Golf Stingrays 5 3 0 Saints 5 3 0 Dobie varsity vs. South Houston, Veterans, 7:00 Club in Pearland. The club, located at 3123 Flower Field Lane, will begin host- ing check-in for players at 7 a.m. on the day of the tournament. Entry fee is $80 Bulls 4 4 0 Hurricanes 5 3 0 Brook varsity vs. Clear Springs, Veterans L.C., 7:00 per player, and four-person teams are encouraged to register prior to the event for 49ers 4 4 0 Patriots 5 3 0 $320 per foursome. Those registering on the day of the event will pay $100 per SOCCER player or $400 per four-person team. The entry fee covers the costs of golf Raiders 4 4 0 Sharks 5 4 0 Friday, Oct. 14 action, green fee and cart fee. A goodie bag, door prize ticket and lunch will also Eagles 4 4 1 Eagles 4 5 0 San Jacinto College hosts Coastal Bend, South, 6:00 be included with paid entry. Players may purchase mulligans at a cost of 2 for $5 or 10 for $20 prior to the start of play. In addition to tournament play, players Saints 3 5 0 Panthers 4 5 0 will also have the opportunity to take part in Longest Drive and Closest-to-the- Saturday, Oct. 15 Hole contests at selected holes on the course. Tiger Drive tickets are $10 each Dolphins 3 5 0 Dolphins 3 5 0 San Jacinto College hosts Laredo, South, 4:00 and may be purchased prior to the start of play. The four-person scramble tour- nament will tee off at 8 a.m., and will continue roughly until noon. Lunch and a Panthers 3 6 0 Mustangs 3 5 0 Wednesday, Oct. 19 post-tournament event will follow play. Awards will be presented to the top three Cougars 2 6 0 Rams 2 5 0 low-scoring teams in the event. Hole sponsorships are also available at $50 each. San Jacinto College at Tyler, 7:00 For additional information about the tournament or how to get involved as a Mustangs 1 7 0 Gators 1 7 0 player or a sponsor, call Dobie Diamond Club treasurer Kristina Castillo at 832- Saturday, Oct. 22 858-3861. Those interested may also direct email to the Diamond Club at dobie Gators 1 7 0 Raiders 1 7 0 San Jacinto College hosts Southwest Christian, 7:00 [email protected]. Rams 1 7 0 Cougars 0 8 0 Thursday, October 13, 2016, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section B, Page 3 Brook, Dobie netters head to area round San Jac basketball Continued from Page 1B ice Phan played a key match just did a great job with that.” championships, Dobie, if it matchup with Clear Lake, in the series against La Porte, The same followed against advances, could eventually set to tip off season to be played Oct. 12, after trailing in a super tiebreaker Memorial. Dobie rolled in face Deer Park or 21-6A press time at Clear Lake. 7-4 before rallying to win 10- the doubles and went on to champion Kingwood. The San Jac men’s “We only have a few Clear Brook defeated 8. win 13-2. With the exception Moreno concedes that basketball team’s 2016- returners but we do have Clear Creek to put itself in “That was a big win,” of the loss to Deer Park, Do- Deer Park and Kingwood 2017 season opener is just some experience via col- position to win the league Moreno said. “I was really bie dominated the rest of the would appear to be superi- weeks away, kicking off a lege transfer along with a crown, but tiebreaker sce- proud of the entire team with district to finish at 6-1 over- or on paper, but he will not tough schedule, according few talented freshmen. narios involving Creek, the way they came back after all, part of a 10-10 overall give in, nor will his team. to head coach Scott Ger- “We are looking for- Lake and Friendswood losing to Deer Park. record. “It really would be a nander. ward to fi nally getting the would favor all but Clear “You couldn’t have Now Dobie moves on to great accomplishment for “We have made some opportunity to compete Brook. blamed them for being down, the area championships. The this team to finish third at big runs in the last few against someone besides As for Dobie, the Long- but they came out against La Longhorns have not reached the area championships, horns are feeling good after Porte and controlled the dou- the Region III tournament in but we are not going to years, and I expect us to ourselves and taking the convincing wins over La bles in a way that we like to this format. settle for that. Deer Park show up every night with next step toward improv- Porte and Memorial to close do. Winning doubles matches After facing Atascocita beat us handily, but then passion and compete,” ing individually and as a out the regular season. always gives you a boost go- or Goose Creek Memorial in Kingwood did a number on said Gernander. team.” The Longhorns might ing into the singles, and we its opening round of the area Deer Park.” “The only thing I can have been disappointed Dobie’s first-round area anticipate is a tough con- At right, San Jacinto with its shutout loss at Deer SJC soccer claims two wins match will be Tuesday, ference schedule from top College sophomore Park Oct. 4, but the locals Oct. 18, at Dobie. Atascoc- to bottom. We have, argu- guard Jorden Duffy (2) responded by bouncing La Continued from Page 1B season finale. ita or Goose Creek Memo- ably, the toughest region is back to lead the Ra- Porte 17-2 at La Porte Oct. San Jacinto hosts Coastal San Jacinto will also be rial will be the foe at 3 p.m. in the nation.” vens this season after 7. Bend Oct. 14 and Laredo trying to avenge its only The tournament re- gaining all-conference Dobie head coach Manu- sumes Friday, Oct. 21, at The team begins the Oct. 15 before facing top- two losses this season, season at home in Pasade- status while helping el Moreno Jr. said the dou- ranked Tyler Oct. 19 in looking to get wins over 8:30 a.m., and Dobie hopes SJC to a 22-10 overall bles duo of Tina Ha and Al- to still be playing. na, playing against Lone the Region XIV regular- Coastal Bend and Tyler. Star College-Cy Fair on record. San Jac, which Tuesday, Nov. 1. This will opens the men’s bas- be one of 14 home games, ketball season Nov. 1, Pasadena ISD Pasadena ISD with others against Vic- is looking forward to a toria College (Nov. 11), successful run through Temple College (Nov. 15), Region XIV. Intermediate Volleyball Intermediate Volleyball Lone Star College-King- wood (Nov. 22), Navarro Through Oct. 3 games Through Oct. 3 games College (Nov. 30) and Paris Junior College (Dec. Pasadena ISD Pasadena ISD 7) among the home game 8L Records Zone Overall 7L Records Zone Overall teams they’ll play before Intermediate Football Intermediate Football Zone A W L T W L T Zone A W L T W L T the new year. San Jacinto 2 0 0 4 1 0 Beverly Hills 2 0 0 4 1 0 The 2016-2017 sea- son’s Region XIV Tour- Through Oct. 4 games Through Oct. 4 games Park View 1 0 0 4 1 0 Park View 1 0 0 3 2 0 nament is scheduled for Beverly Hills 1 1 0 1 4 0 Southmore 1 1 0 1 4 0 March 7-11 in Jackson- 8A Records District Overall 7A Records District Overall ville, Texas. The National South Houston 0 1 0 0 5 0 South Houston 0 1 0 1 4 0 Junior College Athletic Division I W L T W L T Division I W L T W L T Southmore 0 2 0 0 5 0 San Jacinto 0 2 0 0 4 0 Association’s Division I Thompson 2 0 0 4 0 0 Bondy 2 0 0 4 0 0 National Championships Beverly Hills 1 0 0 4 0 0 Beverly Hills 1 0 0 4 0 0 will be held March 20-25 Game Scores Game Scores in Hutchinson, Kansas. Bondy 1 1 0 3 1 0 South Houston 1 1 0 3 1 0 San Jacinto def. Beverly Hills 25-12, 21-25, 25-20 Park View def. Southnmore 22-25, 25-22, 25-17 The San Jac men’s bas- Miller 1 1 0 3 1 0 Thompson 1 1 0 2 1 1 Park View def. Southmore 25-15, 25-20 Beverly Hills def. San Jacinto 25-13, 25, 19 ketball team fi nished the South Houston 0 2 0 2 2 0 Miller 0 2 0 1 3 0 2015-2016 season with a 22-10 overall record, in- Zone B W L T W L T Zone B W L T W L T cluding 12-7 in Region Game Scores Game Scores XIV play, advancing to Thompson 1 0 0 5 0 0 Miller 2 0 0 4 1 0 the semifi nals of the Re- Thompson 52, Jackson 0 Thompson 48, Jackson 0 Bondy 1 0 0 5 0 0 Bondy 1 0 0 5 0 0 gion XIV tournament in Beverly Hills 14, South Houston 12 Beverly Hills 36, South Houston 26 Miller 1 1 0 3 2 0 Thompson 1 0 0 4 1 0 Lufkin. Bondy 16, Miller Bondy 30, Miller 0 Gernander said return- Queens 1 1 0 2 3 0 Queens 0 2 0 2 3 0 ing all-conference players San Jacinto 36, Park View 7 Park View 32, San Jacinto 15 Jackson 0 2 0 1 4 0 Jackson 0 2 0 1 4 0 Corey Davis and Jorden Southmore 0, Queens 0 Southmore 31, Queens 0 Duffy are being looked at as leaders this season to Game Scores Game Scores guide the team. Division II W L T W L T Division II W L T W L T Thompson def. Jackson 25-13, 25-20 Thompson def. Jackson 25-17, 25-19 “I defi nitely expect a lot Southmore 2 0 0 2 2 0 Jackson 1 0 0 3 1 0 out of both of them from Bondy def. S. Houston 25-19, 25-23 Bondy def. S. Houston 25-5, 25-5 a leadership standpoint,” Queens 1 1 0 1 3 0 Park View 1 0 0 1 2 1 Queens def. Miller 25-18, 24-26, 25-19 Miller def. Queens 25-17, 25-22 said Gernander. San Jacinto 1 1 0 1 3 0 San Jacinto 1 1 0 2 2 0 Park View 0 1 0 0 4 0 Southmore 1 1 0 1 3 0 7D Records Zone Overall CB football Jackson 0 2 0 0 4 0 Queens 0 2 0 0 4 0 8D Records Zone Overall Zone A W L T W L T eyes rebound Zone A W L T W L T Beverly Hills 2 0 0 2 3 0 South Houston 1 0 0 2 3 0 Park View 1 0 0 2 3 0 after defeat 8B Records District Overall 7B Records District Overall Park View 1 0 0 4 1 0 Southmore 1 1 0 1 4 0 Continued from Page 1B of the season. Junior tail- Division I W L T W L T Division I W L T W L T San Jacinto 1 1 0 2 3 0 South Houston 0 1 0 0 5 0 back Jarrett Smith rushed Thompson 2 0 0 4 0 0 Thompson 1 0 0 4 0 0 Beverly Hills 1 1 0 3 2 0 San Jacinto 0 2 0 0 5 0 19 times for 133 yards. Beverly Hills 1 0 0 4 0 0 Beverly Hills 1 0 0 4 0 0 Clear Springs, which Southmore 0 2 0 1 4 0 came up with a clutch South Houston 1 1 0 3 1 0 Bondy 1 1 0 3 1 0 Game Scores victory over Dickinson Bondy 1 1 0 3 1 0 South Houston 1 0 1 2 1 1 Game Scores Beverly Hills def. San Jacinto 25-15, 25-17 Oct. 7, stands alone in Miller 0 2 0 0 4 0 Miller 0 1 1 0 3 1 first place at 3-0 with four Park View def. Southmore 25-14, 15-25, 30-28 Park View def. Southmore 25-19, 25-20 games remaining. Four Beverly Hills def. San Jacinto 25-20, 26-24 teams, including Clear Brook, are at 2-1. Game Scores Game Scores Zone B W L T W L T Now, the Wolverines Thompson 42, Jackson 0 Thompson 26, Jackson 0 Zone B W L T W L T Miller 2 0 0 5 0 0 take on the surprising Beverly Hills 12, South Houston 8 Beverly Hills 33, South Houston 6 Bondy 1 0 0 5 0 0 Bondy 1 0 0 5 0 0 Clear Lake Falcons, win- Bondy 41, Miller 0 Bondy 32, Miller 0 ners of two of their first San Jacinto 50, Park View 0 San Jacinto 36, Park View 20 Thompson 1 0 0 4 1 0 Thompson 1 0 0 5 0 0 three district games. It’s Jackson 1 1 0 1 4 0 Queens 0 2 0 3 2 0 the first of four “most Queens 18, Southmore 6 Southmore 43, Queens 0 Queens 1 1 0 3 2 0 Jackson 0 2 0 2 3 0 important” games of the season for Clear Brook. Division II W L T W L T Division II W L T W L T Miller 0 2 0 0 5 0 It won’t be the last, or at Game Scores least Clear Brook hopes Queens 2 0 0 3 1 0 San Jacinto 2 0 0 3 1 0 Game Scores Thompson def. Jackson 25-13, 25-23 that’s the case. San Jacinto 2 0 0 3 1 0 Jackson 1 0 0 2 2 0 With four weeks re- Park View 0 1 0 0 4 0 Southmore 1 1 0 2 2 0 Queens def. Miller 25-14, 20-25, 25-23 Miller def. Queens 25-17, 25-16 maining, Clear Brook is Bondy def. South Houston 25-8, 20-25, 25-9 Bondy def. S. Houston 25-9, 25-5 in the hunt for a playoff Jackson 0 2 0 1 3 0 Park View 0 1 0 0 4 0 berth, and that’s all this Thompson def. Jackson 25-5, 25-13 Southmore 0 2 0 0 4 0 Queens 0 2 0 0 4 0 team wanted. CALENDAR THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13 ing, 7 p.m., 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518), Pearland, First Scarsdale Blvd. For details, call 281-484-9243. to 12:15 p.m., at 16020 El Camino Real, 77062, the Conserva- 7 a.m. Presbyterian Church (youth building). For details, call 713- Serenity Now Al-Anon Group – meets at CrossRoads UMC tive synagogue in the Bay Area. Everyone is welcome. Previ- AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” Tuesday through Friday, 7 856-1611. Fridays, 8 to 9 p.m., 10030 Scarsdale Blvd. Family members ous classes are not required. Visit www.shaarhashalom.org a.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., Al-Anon (English) – Support for family and friends of alcohol- and friends of problem drinkers/addicts share, learn Al-Anon or contact the Synagogue offi ce at 281-488-5861 or csh@ Pasadena, in Cornell Conference room. Call 281-487-8787 for ics/addicts, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 principles, that they are not alone, and discover choices avail- shaarhashalom.org. details, or drop in. Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena, room 215. Call 281-487-8787. able. For details, call 281-484-9243. 1 p.m. 9:30 a.m. Alateen – Support for teens, friends and family members of SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15 Clear Lake Bridge Club – Open games Saturday and NASA Aglow Community Lighthouse – Second Thursday alcoholics/addicts, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 7:30 a.m. Sunday, 1 p.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Call the club at 281- of the month, 9:30 a.m., Praise Chapel, 18516 Hwy. 3 in 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena, room 208. Call 281-487- Alcoholics Anonymous – “Breakfast with Bill”, Saturdays, 480-1911 for details. Webster. Public welcome and encouraged to bring others. For 8787, or drop in. 7:30 a.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont 2 p.m. details, call 281-910-1971. 8:30 p.m. Pkwy., Pasadena, Cornell Conference room. Call 281-487- Clear Lake Bridge Club Lab Class – Sunday and Tuesday, 10 a.m. Alcoholics Anonymous – Alcohol problems? Meets 8787, or drop in. 2 p.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. 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Meets Sundays, except Mother’s Day, Easter and Christmas, Reap the hcmga.tamu.edu. 7 a.m. 11 a.m. 2 to 3:15 p.m., First United Methodist Church 1062 Fairmont Horn-of-Plenty, in jobs, 10 a.m. AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Tuesday through Al-Anon Meeting (Women Only, English) – For women Pkwy., Pasadena. For details, call 281-487-8787. Clear Lake Bridge Club – 299’er games Tuesday and Friday, 7 a.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont affected by an addict. Saturdays, 11 a.m., First United 5:30 p.m. homes, articles, autos, Thursday, 10 a.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Call the club at Pkwy., Pasadena, in Cornell Conference room. Call 281-487- Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena, Cornell Celebrate Recovery – A faith-based 12-Step Program, business opportuni- 281-480-1911 for details. 8787 for details, or just drop in. Conference room #111. Call 281-487-8787, or drop in. Sundays, 5:30 p.m., in the Chapel at Life Church, 9900 ties or anything in this 11:30 a.m. 10 a.m. 1 p.m. Almeda Genoa. Call 713-419-2635 to RSVP for child care. ABWA - Southeast Express Network – American Business Clear Lake Bridge Club – Open games Monday, Wednesday Clear Lake Bridge Club – Open games Saturday and 6:30 p.m. whole wide world Women’s Association-South meets the second Thursday, and Friday, 10 a.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Call the club at Sunday, 1 p.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Call the club at 281- Alcoholics Anonymous – Candlelight Meeting, Sunday, you can imagine. Spring Creek Barbeque, 9005 Broadway (FM 518), Pearland. 281-480-1911 for details. 480-1911 for details. 6:30 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Lunch is 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. ($20). Includes networking with Noon 7 p.m. Pkwy., Pasadena, Cornell Conference room. Call 281-487- professional business women and guest speaker. Women of Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – West End Group, noon, Bay Area Bluegrass Association – bluegrass music show 8787, or just drop in. CALL TODAY all ages/occupations invited. Bring business cards. Shepherd of the Heart United Methodist Church, 12005 Coun- and jam session on the third Saturday (except December.) 7 p.m. Reservations appreciated. Visit www.seen-abwa.org. ty Rd. 39, Pearland. For details, call 713-856-1611. Stage show is at 7 p.m. Pickers may bring instruments and Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of NA meets South Noon 6 p.m. come early. Free. Johnny Arolfo Civic Center, 300 Walker, Sundays, 7 p.m., 2245 N. Main St., Pearland. For details, call Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Group, Un Dia a la Vez Alanon Group (Spanish) – Support for fam- League City. For details, visit http://www.bayareabluegrass. 713-856-1611. Belt-Ellington noon, 2245 N. Main, Pearland. For details, call 713-856-1611. ily/friends of alcoholics/addicts. Tuesday, Wednesday and org. 8 p.m. 7 p.m. Friday, room 215, First United Methodist Church, 1062 8 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous – meeting at CrossRoads UMC on Leader Congregation Shaar Hashalom’s – Rabbi Stuart Federow Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena. Call 281-487-8787, or drop in. Alcoholics Anonymous – meeting at CrossRoads UMC on Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 8 p.m., 10030 hosts free discussions on Judaism and religion in general, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 8 p.m., 10030 Scarsdale Blvd. For information, call 281-484-9243. 11555 open to the public, second Thursdays, at Victor’s, 1425 NASA Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of NA, open Scarsdale Blvd. For information, call 281-484-9243. Alcoholics Anonymous – Alcohol problems? Meets Pkwy., (next to “space” McDonald’s). This is the Conserva- meeting, 2245 N. Main St., Pearland. Call 713-856-1611. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 16 Thursdays, 8:30 to 9:30 p.m., and Sundays and Tuesdays, 8 Beamer Road tive synagogue in the Bay Area. For details, contact the Syna- 8 p.m. 11:15 a.m. to 9 p.m., St. Stephen Presbyterian Church, 2217 Theta St. gogue offi ce at 281-488-5861 or at [email protected]. Alcoholics Anonymous – meeting at CrossRoads UMC on Congregation Shaar Hashalom – Presents Line by Line with For details, call 713-204-2481. 281-481-5656 Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Women’s Group, open meet- Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 8 p.m., 10030 the Prophets, sessions by Rabbi Stuart Federow, 11:15 a.m. Continued on Page 4B Page 4, Section B, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, October 13, 2016 HELP WANTED LEADER READERS 25 Words - $8 for 1 week - 3 Weeks - $21; Business: 25 Words - $10 for 1 week • 3 Weeks - $27

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Call 281-487-8787 for details, or drop in. 25 Words - $8 • 3 Weeks $21 Noon Tuesday Hicks at [email protected]. 7:30 a.m. Ads Are Not Taken Let us 3:15 p.m. Hobby Area Travel Social (HATS) – There is a bus trip on Wednesday, Business: Houston Area Parkinson Society – Free exercise and speech therapy Oct. 19, to the Coushatta Casino. The bus leaves the church at 8 a.m. and Over The Phone for adults with Parkinson’s, 3:15 to 4:45 p.m., Clear Lake Rehabilitation currently there are three seats open. The cost is $12 per person and ID is 25 Words - $10 • 3 Weeks $27 help you! Hospital, 655 E. Medical Center Blvd., Webster. Visit www.hapsonline. required to go. Arrive at the church at 7:30 a.m. to check in. There will be a no changes, no refunds org for details. waiting room open with restrooms. The bus will return at approximately 8 6 p.m. p.m. This is a fund raising trip for HATS to pay for our meeting room at the Place an New Directions Singles – Age 60 and older meets the first and third church. For more information visit hatsocial.org. Mondays for a potluck dinner with guest speakers, 6 p.m., at Webster 10 a.m. ad in the Presbyterian Church, 201 W. NASA Pkwy. For details, call Margarita at Clear Lake Bridge Club – Open games Monday, Wednesday and Friday, ______832-715-9658. 10 a.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Call the club at 281-480-1911 for details. South Scrabble Club #511 – Meets Monday at IHOP, 11222 Fuqua. Come, Noon improve crossword playing skills. Call 281-488-2923 for details. Houston Hobby Airport Lions Club – meets monthly, first and third ______Belt- 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, noon, Golden Corral, 4021 Spencer Hwy., Pasadena. For Pearland Overeaters Anonymous HOW Meeting – Mondays at St. details, call Monica Montoya at 281-794-5531. ______Ellington Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 2535 E. Broadway (FM 518), Pearland. Enter Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Group, noon, 2245 N. door next to recycling bins. For details, call 713-865-3668 or visit www. Main, Pearland. For details, call 713-856-1611. Leader's oahouston.org. 1 p.m. ______7 p.m. Hometown Heroes Park – Hump Day Dance to practice ballroom dance, weekly Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of NA, open meeting, 7 1 to 3:30 p.m. Wednesdays, 1001 E. League City Pkwy. League City non- p.m., 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518), Pearland, First Presbyterian Church- residents must purchase activity card. Help is available to assist learning Real Estate youth bldg. For information, call 713-856-1611. dance moves. For details, call Neva Schroder at 417-838-2204. Friends Helping Friends Grief Support Group – meets Mondays, 5:30 p.m. Make checks payable to: Kindred Rehabilitation Hospital, 655 E. Medical Center Blvd., Webster, 7 StartSchoolLater.net (SSL) Houston Chapter - informational monthly section! to 8:15 p.m., in the Team Conference Room. Anyone who’s lost a loved meeting about the link of teen sleep deprivation to depression and low ac- one is welcome. Free. For information, call Mrs. Barry Craven at 281-486- ademic performance. Public is welcome, 5:30 p.m., on the third Wednes- South Belt-Ellington Leader 4241 or R. Sanchez at 281-337-4365. day, Parker Williams Library, Room F, 10851 Scarsdale Blvd., 77089. For 11555 7:30 p.m. details, call 281-229-1409. 11555 Beamer Road, Houston, TX 77089 The Clear Lake Gem and Mineral Society – Meets the third Monday at 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Beamer Clear Lake Park Bldg., 5001 NASA Pkwy., Seabrook. Presenters explore CrossRoads UMC – Invites everyone to the Wednesday night service topics such as fossils, planetary geology, mineralogy, lapidary, jewelry beginning with a light meal and fellowship at 5:30 p.m., followed by a After Hours: Use mail slot in making, fossil and mineral collecting. Field trips to Texas collecting sites praise, worship and prayer service at 6:30 p.m., then a Bible study led by 281- and surrounding states. Interested persons welcome. Door prizes. Free both pastors (English and Spanish). Everyone is welcome! front of building facing Beamer. 281-481-5656 parking. For details, visit www.clgms.org. 6 p.m. Congregation Shaar Hashalom – Israeli Folk Dancing on Monday, 7:30 Un Dia a la Vez Alanon Group (Spanish) – Support for family/friends 481-5656 – 9:30 p.m., 16020 El Camino Real, 77062. $4/session or $35/10 sessions of alcoholics/addicts. Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, room 215, First for CSH members and $5/session or $45/10 sessions for nonmembers. United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena. Call 281-487- Everyone is welcome. For details, contact 281-488-5861 or csh@shaar- 8787, or drop in. hashalom.org. 7 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Saint Luke’s Group, 12 Step Recovery, Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of NA, open meeting, 7 open meeting Mondays, 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. in the Education Bldg., 11011 p.m., 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518), Pearland, First Presbyterian Church- Hall Rd., 77089. For details, call Russell at 832-483-6715. youth bldg. For information, call 713-856-1611. TUESDAY, OCTOBER 18 Bay Area Turning Point Crisis Intervention – Call 281-286-2525 (24- Need Help 7 a.m. hour crisis hotline) for confidential domestic violence/sexual abuse sup- AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” Tuesday through Friday, 7 a.m., First port group for women. Visit www.bayareaturningpoint.org for information. United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena, in Cornell 8 p.m. Conference room. Call 281-487-8787 for details, or drop in. Alcoholics Anonymous – meeting at CrossRoads UMC on Wednesday, 9:30 a.m. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 8 p.m., 10030 Scarsdale Blvd. For details, Finding Your Hobby Area Travel Social (HATS) – meets on Tuesday, Oct. 18, at 9:30 call 281-484-9243. a.m. in the Fellowship Hall of Glenbrook United Methodist Church, 8635 THURSDAY, OCTOBER 20 Glen Valley Dr. The speaker will be U.S. Congressman Gene Green. For 7 a.m. more information visit hatsocial.org. AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” Tuesday through Friday, 7 a.m., First Pasadena Heritage Park and Museum – Exhibits include dioramas, United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena, in Cornell Dream Home? a turn-of-the-century doctor’s office and an old-time kitchen. Tuesday Conference room. Call 281-487-8787 for details, or drop in. through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., 204 S. Main, Pasadena. For 10 a.m. details, call 713-472-0565. Clear Lake Bridge Club – 299’er games Tuesday and Thursday, 10 a.m., 10 a.m. 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Call the club at 281-480-1911 for details. Clear Lake Bridge Club – 299’er games Tuesday and Thursday, 10 a.m., Noon 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Call the club at 281-480-1911 for details. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Group, noon, 2245 N. Noon Main, Pearland. For details, call 713-856-1611. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Group, noon, 2245 N. 6 p.m. Main, Pearland. For details, call 713-856-1611. Texas German Society, South Belt (SE) Chapter – A social group Rotary Club of Pearland – Meets Tuesdays, noon to 1 p.m., Golfcrest focused on the culture, music, heritage and language of Texas German Let the Leader Country Club, 2509 Country Club Dr., Pearland. Lunch is $15. Variety of immigrants. Meets the third Thursday, monthly, 6 p.m., Fellowship Hall of speakers. Call 281-900-7257 or visit [email protected]. 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281-481-4184 Member South Belt-Ellington Chamber Graphics & Printing Page 6, Section B, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, October 13, 2016 VB races tighten Continued from Page 1B won’t happen. Friends- good about its chances at to be well on its way to wood is next at 6-4, with 6-4. Memorial is currently the postseason while rid- Clear Springs and Brook fourth at 5-5, with Do- ing a five-match winning knotted at 5-5. bie and Pasadena tied for streak. Not so fast. Dickinson and Clear fifth. Beginning the second Lake are at 3-7 and likely Dobie has four match- half of league play Oct. 4, out of the race but could es remaining, including Clear Brook was swept at play the spoiler role. Clear at Pasadena against the the hands of second-place Brook, for its part, doesn’t Lady Eagles and at home Clear Falls. want to endure any more Oct. 18 against Deer Park. No worries. Just start a spoils over the final four A home match against new streak. But it hasn’t matches. La Porte and then a road happened. Going against Dobie still alive match at Memorial close unbeaten Clear Creek Oct. A surprising loss to out the regular season. 7, the Lady Wolverines South Houston Oct. 7 Obviously, four wins dropped a grueling 5-set- didn’t help things, but the would be nice and would ter. Dobie Lady Longhorns likely send the Lady Clear Brook won the remain in the mix for one Longhorns to the post- first set 25-23, but the of the four playoff spots in season, but it hasn’t been Lady Wildcats bounced District 22-6A. that easy for the locals this back to win the next two Dobie did itself no fa- season. 25-22, 25-19. The Lady vors by losing in five sets Just as in District 24- Wolverines tied things to the Lady Trojans, fall- 6A, the 22-6A appears with a 31-29 fourth-set ing to 3-6 along the way. headed down to the final win, and Clear Creek At that point, it seemed match and perhaps more. stayed unbeaten with a as though the Lady Long- 15-9 win in the final set. horns were out of the mix Things didn’t get much for playoff consideration. At right, Dobie’s easier against Friends- That still may be the Raene Oliveira (1) wood. In the end of an- case, but the Lady Long- goes up against West other tougher five-setter, horns have at least given Brook’s Peyton Jack- the Lady Mustangs leaped themselves a chance after son (3) at the net dur- over Clear Brook for third defeating Sam Rayburn ing a key 22-6A match place with a 20-25, 25-21, Oct. 11, moving into a tie at Dobie. At 4-6, the 13-25, 27-25, 17-15 vic- for fifth place with Pasa- Lady Longhorns are tory. dena. trying to climb back Clear Creek (10-0) and Deer Park (10-0) and into the playoff mix Clear Falls (8-2) are head- Beaumont West Brook (9- with four matches re- ed to the playoffs barring 1) are headed to the play- maining in play. a complete collapse. It offs, and La Porte feels Photo by Vantrisa Smith Longhorns look to extend streak over Texans is not focusing on the fact “This game is always to be up to the challenge.” Locals still control playoff fate that Rayburn has not made about getting better on a Realistically, Dobie has a playoff appearance since weekly basis. Obviously, more weapons at the skill Continued from Page 1B Dobie, but the Longhorns wound up with 159 yards 1997. we have had a tougher spots and an overall speed of threats offensively aside cruised to a 56-21 victory. rushing and two scores. Instead, Dobie head start than we had hoped advantage. Anything less from Hackett, who has Last season, Dobie built The Longhorns wound up coach Mike Norman is for, but we still control our than a solid win would be drawn interest from Texas a 44-0 halftime lead while winning 54-14. keeping things in-house, own destiny.” shocking. But then again... Tech University. keeping Hackett largely in But those associated much as he has done That’s right. Norman “One of our goals is to Two seasons ago as a check. with the Dobie program throughout the first six knows that three wins con- get off to a fast start and Dobie’s Taylor Pleasants (11) scores on a kill against South Houston Oct 7 at freshman, Hackett had In the second half, are not concerned in the weeks. secutively, this first one not let them build confi- South Houston in the Lady Trojans’ fi ve-set win. Defending for South Houston 198 yards rushing and Hackett got free for a 77- least about last season. He knows how talented coming against Sam Ray- dence,” Norman said. is Karen Galvan (11). Photo by Vantrisa Smith three touchdowns against yard touchdown run and In fact, the Dobie faction Hackett is, and knows that burn, will send the Long- “And we have to play Texans’ quarterback Adri- horns to the postseason for four quarters across At right, with a series an Castellanos has played what will likely be a sixth the board, whether it’s of must-win games very well lately. straight bidistrict playoff the starters, backups or coming, including Oct. “It’s about us and what game against current 21- whomever. 13 against the Sam we do,” Norman said. “We 6A Division I playoff-race “We really just need Rayburn Texans, the have to block better, tackle leader North Shore. to go out there and play Dobie defense is look- better, throw the ball bet- “I feel like we’ll have a game like we are ca- ing to elevate its per- ter, catch it better and fin- an advantage as far as our pable of doing, and things formance while facing ish off our runs better. defensive line against their should take care of them- the district’s lead- “We have really just offensive front, and that selves.” ing rusher – the Tex- used this bye in the sched- should help as we work to Even at 1-5 overall, ans’ Stanley Hackett. ule to improve on the contain Hackett. the Longhorns have their Among those ready to things that we need to, and “Now their defensive playoff fate in front of make a difference are right now there are a few front will fly around and them, and a strong run can Dreze McCoy (40), of them. get after you, so we have start against the Texans. Kyle Saunders (48) and Dejuan Dixson (33). At 0-2 in league play, Dobie is looking to get back on track in the battle for a spot in the Class 6A Division I bracket. The Texans, meanwhile, have not advanced to the post- season since the 1997 season. Photo by Gary Williams

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