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September 10, 2015 Email: [email protected] www.southbeltleader.com Vol. 40, No. 32 Chamber luncheon set The South Belt-Ellington Chamber of Dobie baseball player dies following training Commerce will host a membership luncheon Thursday, Sept. 17, at Golfcrest Country Club, 2509 Country Club Drive in Pearland, begin- Steven Moreno, a 14-year-old freshman stu- He was attended to by Dobie athletics training previously at Beverly Hills Intermediate. we had to find out this way, but we are so thank- ning at 11:30 a.m. Featured speakers include dent at Dobie High School, died Sept. 4 in a personnel and was eventually transported to a lo- “Our deepest sympathy goes to the student’s ful for the outpouring of support and love that state Sen. Larry Taylor, state Rep. Dennis Paul Houston area hospital, just days after suffering cal hospital. Moreno appeared to be improving family. (He) leaves be- has been shown. We had no idea that Steven and San Jacinto College Chancellor Brenda from a heat-related illness following running for a time before being transported to another hind a host of friends meant so much to so many, and it’s been a beau- Hellyer. Individual reservations are $25 each. activities in a baseball athletics period at the hospital in the Texas Medical Center, where he who will miss him great- tiful thing to see.” Table sponsorship is $300. Attendees should school. died. ly,” Pasadena ISD school Moreno is survived by his mother, Angelica RSVP by Monday, Sept. 14. For information, According to those familiar with the situation, At press time, the family had not been updated district officials said in a Moreno; father Julio Moreno, sister Linda More- to RSVP or to purchase tickets, contact including family member Jeniffer Castro, More- on autopsy results. Moreno was also involved in statement released Sept. no and stepbrother Jonathan Moreno, as well Chamber Executive Director Sherry Trainer at no fell ill while running in the athletics period. the school band, both at Dobie High School and 5. as other relatives. A member of the Sagemont- 281-481-5516. “The family has been Beverly Hills Little League for several years, impressed that Steven Moreno will be honored during an age 16-under touched so many hearts benefit tournament later this month. Proceeds Roberts MS open house set Hughes tree removal causes stir during his time here,” will go toward assisting the family with funeral Moreno Fred Roberts Middle School will host its Castro said. “It’s sad that costs. See more information on Page 1B. first open house on Thursday, Sept. 10, from 5:15 to 8 p.m. Parents will have a chance to visit their child’s teachers, visit the book fair Man arrested after allegedly in the library, and visit the counselors in the cafeteria. There will be a 1 to 1 Technology meeting in the cafeteria from 6:30 to 6:45 p.m. Spirit shirts and Komen shirts will be avail- setting fire to local hospital able for purchase for $10 each in the cafeteria. For more information, call Fred Roberts A man was arrested early Thursday, Sept. 3, two fi res, one on the fi rst fl oor and one on the Middle School at 713-740-2390. after allegedly setting two fi res at Memorial Her- second fl oor. Hospital security responded and mann Southeast Hospital. confronted Williams, who at this point, broke out David Williams, 33, is facing a criminal arson a bottom-fl oor window. Citizen’s Police Academy set charge, according to Houston Fire Department Williams reportedly ignored commands to Constable Chris Diaz invites all citizens offi cials. exit the building and proceeded to destroy con- to attend the upcoming third annual Citizen’s Williams, who celebrated his birthday on tents of the building. Police Academy. Classes will be held for 10 Wednesday, arrived at the hospital around 1 a.m. When Houston police arrived at the scene, consecutive Tuesdays beginning Sept. 15, and to be treated for an injury. At some point, he be- Williams exited the building and was detained ending with a graduation ceremony on Nov. came agitated and left the emergency room and without incident. 17. All classes will be held at the John Phelps proceeded to the adjacent professional building, The hospital suffered extensive damage Courthouse located at 101 S. Richey. which was unoccupied during the early morning caused by fi re, smoke, water and vandalism. Fire Citizens will hear from experts in the fi elds hours. department offi cials said the damages may ex- of counterterrorism, domestic abuse, human Williams then broke into the building and set ceed $1 million. traffi cking, ethics and law enforcement, and many other topics that will help one to better The removal of understand what offi cers face today. Tips on several trees along Martin to hold town hall meeting how to keep family and community safe will Hughes Road has Houston District E City Council Member Houston Parks and Recreation Department, the also be discussed. There is no fee for partici- angered many Dave Martin will host a town hall meeting Tues- Houston Police Department and the Houston pants. For information or to sign up for the residents, who see day, Sept. 22, at Space Center Houston, 1601 Airport System are scheduled to take part in the academy, contact Sgt. Cindy Vara-Leija at the move as be- NASA Road 1, 6:30 to 8 p.m. event. 713-477-2766 or [email protected]. ing unnecessary. “It is a privilege to be able to host these town Additionally, Martin has invited representa- The removals are hall meetings every year,” Martin said. “I look tives from Trendmaker Homes and Fidelis Re- Legion hosts Backyard Bash part of the on- forward to being able to provide updates to the alty to provide an update on their respective American Legion Post 490, 11702 Galves- going project to community, as well as to meet the residents and developments at the corner of Clear Lake City ton Road, will host a Backyard Bash on replace Hughes hear their questions and concerns. There are Boulevard and El Dorado Boulevard. An invita- Saturday, Sept. 12, from 4 to 10 p.m. Road. Some of the many important issues affecting our city today, tion has also been extended to General Growth Entertainment will include a disc jockey from removals are to and these meetings are a wonderful opportunity Partners, which is coordinating the expansion of 4 to 6 p.m. and a live band from 6 to 10 p.m. make way for new to get the public involved.” Baybrook Mall. Presale tickets are $20 each, and $25 at the infrastructure, Representatives from the City of Houston For more information, contact Martin’s offi ce door. For more information about the event, while others were Public Works and Engineering Department, the at 832-393-3008. call 281-481-1179. removed to make room for new turn Sageglen meets Sept. 14 lanes. The photo Sheriff’s offi ce hosts shredding event to the left shows The Sageglen Community Association Sep- where several The Harris County Sheriff’s Offi ce will host a on the discarded personal and confi dential in- tember meeting will take place Monday, Sept. large trees have document shredding event Saturday, Sept. 26, at formation of others, the event will also help by 14, at the Sageglen Community Building lo- been cut down to the Harris County Courthouse Annex, located at heightening general public awareness on how to cated at 11610 Sageyork at 7 p.m. make room for 10851 Scarsdale at Beamer, from 9 a.m. to noon. avoid becoming a victim of identity theft. a new turn lane Identity theft has become one of the costliest Residents may bring up to five banker boxes PIP meeting Sept. 15 in front of Sage- crimes in the nation. In addition to helping pre- or grocery bags full of documents. The Positive Interaction Program will meet mont Church. The vent thieves from physically getting their hands For more information, call 713-759-9454. Tuesday, Sept. 15, at 7 p.m. at Memorial Her- above photo shows mann Southeast Hospital, 11800 Astoria in the an esplanade in staff meeting room on the first floor. Guest front of Frazier Sagemont man, 28, fatally shot speaker will be Harris County Assistant Attor- Elementary, where A South Belt man was A longtime Sagemont resident, Cotton did not ney Susan Fillion, who will speak on elderly the two trees in found dead in his vehicle live in the complex. Police said it is unclear financial exploitation. PIP consists of police the forefront have Sunday, Sept. 6, at an when Cotton was shot. and citizens working for safer neighborhoods. been marked for apartment complex in While there was no known motive or suspects For information, call Officer Richard Buitron removal. the 5000 block of Selin- at press time, records show Cotton was arrested at 281-218-3900. sky near Martin Luther on felony drug charges last year. Investigators King Jr. Boulevard. He said potential witnesses were hesitant to talk to LegalLine offered Sept. 16 had reportedly been shot police. Cotton leaves behind an 18-month-old LegalLine will be available Wednes- twice – once in the head son, Mikael, and a newborn 1-month-old daugh- day, Sept. 16, from 5 to 9 p.m. LegalLine is a Crews cut down trees, irk residents and once in the shoulder. ter, Michelle. A fundraising page has been estab- public service of the Houston Bar Association The recent removal of several trees along project was conducted by Snowden Engineering Cornelius Cotton, 28, lished to help Cotton’s family with funeral costs. where attorneys offer free legal advice over Hughes Road as part of the ongoing project to in 1999, before being reassigned to Othon Inc. was pronounced dead at Cotton To make a donation, visit www.youcaring.com/ the telephone. For more information, call the replace the area street has drawn the ire of many in 2012. City offi cials said changes in design be- the scene. sheila-r-cotton-430227. HBA offi ce at 713-759-1133. in the community. tween the two fi rms was minimal. Houston police responded to an anonymous Anyone with information about the incident While it is unclear exactly how old the trees At a public meeting on the project last month, call just after 2 p.m. to fi nd Cotton shot to death is asked to call the Houston Police Department’s K of C spaghetti Sept. 25 were, some residents told the Leader the oaks offi cials warned that some residents might have in the driver’s side of a white pickup truck in the Homicide Division at 713-308-3600 or Crime parking lot of the Crestmont Village apartments. Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS (8477). Knights of Columbus Council 9201 will were approximately 50 years of age. The ma- trees removed from their properties but made no sponsor a charity fundraising spaghetti din- jority of the removed trees were located east of mention of removing trees from the esplanades. ner on Friday, Sept. 25, from 5 to 7 p.m. in the Sagecreek near Sagemont Church. In all, 59 of Offi cials said the removals would be a last resort St. Luke Catholic Church Social Hall, 11011 486 trees are set to come down. and affected residents would be notifi ed in ad- PISD police salute Goforth Hall Road. The menu will include all-you-can- City offi cials said some of the trees were re- vance. eat spaghetti with KC 9201 pasta sauce, two moved to make way for new infrastructure, while While the esplanades are city property, the handmade Italian meatballs, garden salad with others were removed to make room for new turn trees were planted by the Sagemont Civic Club, Italian dressing, French bread, and iced tea or lanes. One of the more controversial removals which was not notifi ed of the plan to remove the lemonade. The cost is $7 eat in or take out. For involves a large oak tree in front of Sagemont trees. Offi cials said the removed trees will be re- children under 12, the cost is $3, eat in only. Church that was cut down to make room for a placed with equivalent sized ones, on an inch-by- new turn lane. Many residents are questioning inch basis. A total of 284 inches of trees are to be JFD PSAT prep classes set the need for such a turn lane, now that the reno- removed and replaced. vated church’s main entrance is located on Belt- As of Wednesday, Sept. 9, construction crews PSAT prep classes will be offered for Dobie way 8. had temporarily stopped cutting the trees down, students grades 10 and 11. The PSAT will be It is presumed the construction was based on while city offi cials and community leaders as- given Oct. 14 and is the fi rst step in the college outdated designs. The original design for the sess the issue. placement testing process. Students have an opportunity their junior year to qualify as Na- tional Merit Scholars which opens the doors for prestigious college admission as well as Shaver project nears completion academic scholarships. Prep classes are of- Houston District E City Council Member walks, street lighting and improved underground fered at Dobie to provide test strategies and Dave Martin will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony utilities. skill enrichment. Classes will cost $50 (cash) Tuesday, Sept. 22, at Iglesia Cristo de Poder, The project also included widening 1/2 mile and include all materials, a practice test in 5300 S. Shaver St., to mark the completion of of Berry Bayou and building a 13.2-acre deten- which scores will be analyzed, and 18 hours the South Shaver Street reconstruction project. tion basin north of South Shaver Street. of tutoring. Students can register during Mega The event will begin at 10 a.m. The endeavor was a joint venture between the Lunch at the College Connection table or in The long-awaited project reconstructed South Texas Department of Transportation, the City of P-16. Registration forms will also be available Shaver Street from the Gulf Freeway to State Houston and the Harris County Flood Control during Open House on Sept. 14 from 6 to 8 Highway 3/Old Galveston Road. District. The estimated cost of construction was p.m. Space is limited, and applicants will be In the works for roughly four decades, the un- $13.5 million – 80 percent of which was fund- Police offi cers across the country mourned the loss of Harris County sheriff’s Deputy Dar- accepted on a fi rst come fi rst serve basis. dertaking involved widening the area thorough- ed by the Federal Highway Administration and ren Goforth Friday, Sept. 4. Members of the Pasadena Independent School District Police For more information, call Jennifer Johnson fare from a four-lane undivided roadway with 20 percent of which was funded by the City of Department’s Honor Guard are shown above saluting Goforth before the funeral. Pictured or Nancy Carlton in the Dobie College Now open ditches to a six-lane divided roadway with Houston. above are, left to right, Offi cer Joseph Scarafi le, Sgt. Richard Phillips, offi cers Seth King, offi ce at 713-740-0370. raised median, curb and gutter drainage, side- Work began on the project in June 2014. Mark Mills and Kyle Wilson. Photo submitted Page 2 Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, September 10, 2015 Romance writers host workshops New York Times and USA Today bestselling historical romance author Sarah MacLean In My Opinion will present writing workshops on Saturday, Sept. 19, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Deaths Starfish Writers Conference, hosted by the Houston Bay Area Romance Writers of drive down my street belong to the peo- America. er of American Underwriters ranged by Memorial Oaks Suspicious truck ple who live there. The conference, at South Shore Harbour Resort, includes a light breakfast, full lunch, Daniel “Dan” Inc. Chapel in Brenham, Texas. A neighbor on the website reported door prizes and raffle baskets. New York Times bestseller Sophie Jordan will also attend F. Muske He was a member of St. To post a tribute to the fam- concerns residents the truck was slowly driving up and down and co-teach a session. Preregistration is required. For more information or to register Paul Lutheran Church of ily, visit www.memorialoaks I live in the Kirkwood South subdivi- his street and when he stepped out his online, visit hbarwa.com. Shelby, Texas. He was active chapel.com. sion and am on the “Nextdoor Kirkwood front door, the truck stepped on the gas in his community, serving as South” website. Neighbors on this web- and drove away. secretary of the New Ulm Li- Steven Moreno site have reported numerous sightings The truck doesn’t have front plates Tax-Aide volunteers sought ons Club for 21 years. Other (including myself) of a black Chevro- and the back plates are paper and hard Each year from Feb. 1 through April 15, Houston-area AARP Tax-Aide volunteers memberships included Meals let extended cab truck in the Kirkwood to read. Some of the people on the web- help about 50,000 low-income taxpayers who are age 60 and over. For the 2016 tax On Wheels, VFW, American South area for the past several weeks. site said they have called the constable season, volunteers are needed now for two weekly four-hour shifts as a Tax-Aide tax Legion and the United Sports The truck drives slowly up and down the and reported the suspicious vehicle. counselor, greeter, technology coordinator or administrator. Training will be provided in Association, where he served streets of the subdivision, over and over. Please publish this in the South Belt January at local Clear Lake-area churches. Speakers of Spanish and English are espe- as president. It even drove down my street. Leader so people can keep their eyes cially needed. Learn more and sign up at www.aarp.org/tavolunteer8 (English only). The United Sports Asso- I noticed it because it was driving open! Thank you! ciation was the organization slowly and usually the only vehicles that Yvonne Baier set up in the South Belt area AARP 199 meets Sept. 18 initially for fi nding Little AARP Webster Area Chapter 199 will meet Friday, Sept. 18, at 10 a.m. at Bay Area League property and later included other youth sports. Sagemont Civic Club meets Sept. 14 Community Center, 5002 E. NASA Parkway in Seabrook (the large building with a blue In his capacity of working The Sagemont Civic Club will meet on Monday, Sept.14, from 7 until 8:30 p.m. roof inside Clear Lake Park on the north side of NASA Parkway). Everyone is invited with the Sagemont-Beverly at the Sagemont Park Community Center. to come to the meeting, and to enjoy coffee, cookies and fellowship at 9:30 a.m. before Former longtime South Hills Little League, Muske’s the meeting starts at 10 a.m. Belt resident Daniel F. photo appeared on Page 1 of Every month, the group has different speakers to discuss various topics of interest to Muske, 85, died Friday, Sept. the South Belt Leader’s fi rst JROTC car wash Sept. 26 seniors. Every two months the group has a potuck lunch. The Sept. 18 speaker will be 4, 2015, at his residence in issue on Feb. 5, 1976. He also Dobie High School’s Air Force JROTC unit will host a car wash on Saturday, Amy B. Edwards from CanCare (Fighting Cancer with Hope). New Ulm, Texas. served as a director of Repub- Steven Moreno, 14, of Muske was born on May Sept. 26, at Snowie’s located at the intersection of Beamer and Scarsdale from 9 a.m. September is pot luck lunch, and members and guests are asked to bring a dish to lic State Bank on Edgebrook. South Belt, died Friday, Sept. share after the speaker finishes. The group also organizes day trips by bus to local area 24, 1930, in Winedale, Texas, He loved spending time 4, 2015, surrounded by fam- to 3 p.m. Funds are being raised to help cadets with costs of attending an air show to Louis A. and Viola M. We- ily and friends at Memorial in San Antonio this October along with attending a JROTC Leadership School this points of interest at minimal cost. with his family, especially For those who are interested in joining the group, annual dues are $6 per year/per ber Muske. He was baptized on their annual vacation trip Herman Children's Hospital summer and for their annual military ball. Donations will be accepted the day of the person. However, one must be a member of national AARP to join any local chapter. on Aug. 24, 1930, and con- to Rockport. He also enjoyed after collapsing at a train- car wash for a minimum of $5 per vehicle. Tickets will also be pre-sold by cadets. For more information, contact Quin Shepperd at 281-486-7770 or Qeshepperd@ fi rmed on June 24, 1945. As sports, coaching baseball, ing session. He was born on No rain checks for pre-sold tickets. yahoo.com. a youth, Muske attended the umpiring, dancing, traveling, March 8, 2001. Winedale School and Bound- and gambling on his month- He is survived by his ary School and graduated ly trips to Marksville, La. He mother, Angelica Moreno, Lariaettes host dance clinic Sept. 29 Care Partners meet Sept. 18 from Burton High School. loved to talk and tell jokes father Julio Moreno, brother The Dobie Lariaettes will hold their annual Hand & Stand Dance Clinic on Tues- Interfaith Care Partners Ministry group at St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church, 10727 Muske served in the Unit- and stories. Jonathan Moreno, and sister day, Sept. 29. Participants will learn the Lariaette stand routines, then sit with the Hartsook St. (near Almeda Mall), a gathering for persons with Alzheimer’s, dementia or ed States Army from 1952 Survivors include his Linda Moreno. until 1954, and then attended Lariaettes in the stands during the fi rst half of the Dobie versus South Houston foot- memory loss, meets the third Friday of each month from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. wife, Joyce Muske of New He was passionate about Southwest Business College. Ulm; son Jay Muske and sports, baseball in particular. ball game on Friday, Oct. 2, at 7 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Stadium. Gatherings consist of a continental breakfast, arts and crafts, exercises, entertainment, On Oct. 19, 1957, he married The funeral service will The clinic will be held at Dobie High School from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. a singalong, a devotional break, lunch, and ends with a game. Those who have a family special friend Gina Talbert Joyce Seidel. He then be- of Friendswood; daughters be held Thursday, Sept. 10, 29, for students in Pre-K through eighth grade. member or know of someone with these challenges, are welcome to attend. All services came employed by W. Harold 2015, at 10 a.m. at Crespo are provided free of charge. An initial interview must be conducted by Interfaith Care and sons-in-law Sandra and Preregistration is $25, or $35 at the door, cash or money order only. Participants Broyles Insurance and Real Terry Krebs of Shelby, and Funeral Home, 4136 Broad- who preregister will receive a shirt that will guarantee them free admission into Partners staff to welcome new participants into this program. Estate. Wanda and Rocky Leopold way in Houston. the football game. For more information, contact Amanda Castro at Amanda.Cas- The next gathering will be held in the Mother Cabrini Center at the church on Friday, On March 1, 1960, the of Columbus; grandchildren: [email protected]. Sept. 18. Muskes established Dan John and Monica Anderson, Kristene K. For more information or to register a loved one, call Interfaith Care Partners at 713- Muske Insurance Service Inc. Michael Krebs, Justin Krebs 682-5995 or visit the website at www.interfaithcarepartners.org. In 1976, he became part own- and fi ancée Julie Locke, Cort Anderson Local library events set Leopold, Drew Leopold, Lexi Parker Williams Branch Leopold and special friend The following events are scheduled this week at the Parker Williams Branch Derrick Hayes, Jared Muske Library, 10851 Scarsdale Blvd. Melillo students receive free folders and special friend Sarah Lu- cas, Cole Muske, Westin Thursday, Sept. 10, 4:30 p.m. – The library will present Be a Resonsible Pet Talbert and Brooke Talbert; Owner. great-grandchildren Kaylee Monday, Sept. 14, 1:30 p.m. – Computer Training and Senior Health Resourc- Anderson and Wesley An- es - Learn about online resources for information needs on health, and also learn to derson; brother Clyde Muske improve computer skills. and wife Delores of Houston; Monday, Sept. 14, 4:30 p.m. – Teen iTalk Books, This month, the book discussed sister-in-law Carolyn Muske will be the world of Maire Lu’s Legend. of Brenham; brother-in-law Wednesday, Sept. 16, 5 p.m. – CyberPatriot. A.G. Seidel of New Ulm; and Wednesdays – Preschool storytime is at 10:30 a.m. numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-neph- Thursdays – Toddler storytime is at 10:30 a.m. ews. Saturdays – Vietnamese Storytime: Level 2 begins at 10 a.m., Level 1 begins at Preceding Muske in death 11:15 a.m., and Level 3 begins at 2:30 p.m. For more information, speak with Loc were his parents, Louis and Kristene Kimberly Ander- Bui. Viola Muske; brother How- son, 59, of South Belt, died For information on programs, call the Parker Williams Library at 281-484-2036. ard Muske; father-in-law and on Sunday, Sept. 6, 2015. She Bracewell Branch Library mother-in-law Ernest and Al- was born on Nov. 16, 1955, to ice Seidel; sister-in-law Betty the Rev. Frederick David and The following events are scheduled for September at the Bracewell Branch Seidel, infant granddaughter Jean Olson of Houston, Tex- Library, 9002 Kingspoint Road. Elizabeth Ann Leopold and as. Every Tuesday: 10:30 a.m. - Family storytime, followed by a Storytime-themed infant nephew David Brian She married Pastor Mi- Craft and Playtime at 11 a.m.; Noon - Toddler Yoga. Muske. chael J. Anderson of Chi- Every Wednesday: 10:30 a.m. - Toddler storytime, followed by Toddler Playtime Serving as pallbearers cago, Ill., on Jan. 22, 1981, at 11 a.m.; 2 p.m. - Computer Basics; 3:15 p.m. - Internet Basics; 4:30 p.m. - Intro were John Anderson, Mi- and they were married for 34 to MS PowerPoint. chael Krebs, Cort Leopold, years. Every Thursday: 4 p.m. - Kids Craft. Justin Krebs, Jared Muske, Her joy for life and talent Bracewell hours are Sunday and Monday - Closed; Tuesday and Wednesday 10 Drew Leopold, Cole Muske, for humorous storytelling Westin Talbert, Wesley An- made many laugh and smile. a.m. to 6 p.m., Thursday noon to 8 p.m., Friday 1 to 5 p.m., and Saturday 10 a.m. derson, Lexi Leopold, Kaylee Her ministry of 40-plus years to 5 p.m. Anderson and Brooke Tal- as encourager, prayer warrior, Pasadena Independent School District Education bors Emergency Center is a proud supporter of edu- For more information on programs, call the Bracewell Library at 832-393-2580. bert. Honorary pallbearers straight-forward counselor Foundation in partnership with Neighbors Emergency cation throughout the state of Texas. We were happy are all members of these or- will be long remembered. Center donated 12,000 folders to Pasadena ISD schools to donate folders to Pasadena ISD,” Erin Mattingly ganizations: New Ulm Lions Their son, the Rev. Jon this week. Pictured are, left to right, (front row) Me- said. “School supplies are an essential part of a child’s Club, American Legion Post Paul McDaniel, now lead lillo Middle School students Anthony Zepeda, Emily everyday needs in the classroom. And often some chil- Bayshore Medical volunteers 602 of Shelby, Texas, VFW pastor of Christ Church Ap- Delgado, Alec Garza, Emma Hernandez, (middle row) dren go without. With this donation, Neighbors Emer- Post 7104 of Brenham, driv- ostolic, was born in 1992. He Andrick Perez, Irene Torres, Mykel Pitts, Steven Nguy- gency Centers’ hope is to make the lives of students bet- er, Clint Lister and riders of married Crystal Jean Bratch- en, Chyler Harris, Dylan Campos, Erin Mattingly, ter this school year.” Sixteen of Pasadena ISD’s schools give $50,000 to SJ scholarships the Banse Bus to Paragon er and they gave the Ander- Neighbors Emergency Center lead marketing liaison, received the donations. Donation campuses were At- Casino and all members of sons three grandchildren, Jon This year, 50 is the mag- She has worked as a nurse Bayshore. It comes full cir- Cindy Parmer, PISD director of Community Relations kinson, Bailey, Bush, Frazier, Gardens, Golden Acres, Friends Tree. Paul II, Kristen Rebecca, and ic number for the Bayshore for Bayshore Medical Center cle.” and Education Foundation, (back row) Melillo teacher Jensen, Meador, Pomeroy, Red Bluff, South Belt, South Funeral services were Savannah Ireland Jean. Medical Center volunteer for more than 20 years. “My Since its inception, Bay- Jennifer Basinski and students Esperanza Regalado, Houston, Teague and Young elementary schools, Melil- held Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2015, Anderson is survived by auxiliary. The group is cel- mom has been the one help- shore Medical Center has DeAndre Cooper, Eduardo Sepulveda, Xavier Gutier- lo Middle School and Park View Intermediate School. at St. Paul Lutheran Church her mother, Jean Olson Bak- ebrating its 50th years of ing me out with my tuition, given nearly $500,000 in rez, Gilbert Hernandez and Elijah Howard. “Neigh- Photo submitted service by giving $50,000 so I’m very appreciative to support of San Jacinto Col- of Shelby, with the Rev. John er; brother and sister-in-law toward San Jacinto College the volunteers for this gift.” lege students through equip- David Nedbalek offi ciating. the Rev. Frederick and Alexa scholarships. John Logan, Bayshore ment and scholarship assis- Burial followed in New Ulm Olson; sister and brother- Twenty-fi ve San Jacin- Medical Center volunteer and tance. Approximately 302 Leader Cemetery. in-law Charlene and Frank to College nursing students upcoming scholarship chair- students from programs such HCAD seeks Appraisal Review Memorials may be direct- Bratcher; and several nieces, have each already received man, said funds are raised as nursing, radiology, physi- obituary policy ed to New Ulm Lions Club, P. nephews, and numerous ex- $1,000 scholarships this se- each year through purchases cal therapy, surgical technol- Obituaries submitted to O. Box 242, New Ulm, Texas tended family members. mester for their tuition. In from the Bayshore Medical ogy, and emergency medical Board Service applicants 78950; Texas Lions Camp, Visitation and service the Leader are pub- 4100 San Antonio Highway, will be held Friday, Sept. 11, the spring, the volunteers Center gift shop. He noted technician have received as- District Judge Robert mitment during the summer her spouse, owns a 10 percent lished free of charge. will donate another award that giving funds to the San sistance through the group’s K. Schaffer, administrative and fall months and requires or greater interest in a busi- Kerrville, Texas 78028 or to 2015, at Christ Church on of $25,000 to the college for Jacinto College nursing pro- donations. judge for the state district members to be available to ness which contracts with a They are edited to St. Paul Lutheran Church of Fuqua. Open visitation and more scholarships. It’s a gift gram is an investment toward “This is a community in courts in Harris County, is serve all day, every weekday local government or appraisal conform to Shelby, Texas. viewing will be from 3 to 5 that gives students like Emily the future health care work- which we can all be proud, accepting applications from and several Saturdays from district. the Leader style. Funeral arrangements for p.m., and the homegoing ser- Duggan a bit of relief when it force while also bringing one that includes passionate Harris County citizens in- May through September. 3. Persons that have ap- Daniel F. Muske were ar- vice will follow at 5 p.m. comes to college expenses. some fi nancial relief to the people like the volunteers of terested in service on the Weekday hearings are also peared before the ARB for “This scholarship helps students. Bayshore Medical Center, Appraisal Review Board held throughout the year. compensation as a tax con- me out a lot,” said Duggan, “It’s important to help all who are devoted to giving (ARB). ARB members are not al- sultant, accountant, appraiser, who was encouraged by her people because it instills in back to their community to The ARB was created by ways scheduled every day, or representative of a proper- mother, Melissa Jackson, them a sense of relief and the make it strong and vibrant,” the Texas Legislature to pro- but must be available to serve ty owner less than two years to attend the San Jacinto knowledge that someone be- said Ruth Keenan, executive vide an independent judicial if needed. before the date the person is College nursing program. lieves in them,” said Logan. director of the San Jacinto review of taxpayer protests Candidates for the ARB appointed. Jackson graduated from San “We’re giving this money College Foundation. “San Ja- of valuations established by must be current residents of 4. Any individual who Jacinto College in 1991 and to advance students in the cinto College is forever grate- the Harris County Appraisal Harris County, having resid- has ever been employed by SSouthouth BeltBelt has since earned her bach- nursing program because we ful for the continuous support District (HCAD). ed in the county for at least HCAD or has ever served elor’s degree in nursing. may see them here one day at given to our students.” Service on the ARB would two years; must be up to date as a member of the district’s begin in January 2016. Appli- on property tax payments for board of directors. cations must be submitted to property in Texas or show the 5. Applicants who are GGraphicsraphics Judge Schaffer through the tax is being paid under an presently under indictment HCAD human resources di- installment agreement; and, or have previously been con- vision and received no later must not have served on the victed of a felony or a mis- than Oct. 15, 2015, in order ARB for at least a year if they demeanor involving moral & to be considered. A change in have served for all or part of turpitude. the law during the 83rd ses- three consecutive terms. Per- Applicants selected as fi - sion of the Texas Legislature sons who fall into any of the nalists will be scheduled for now allows a former ARB following categories are not interviews. Following are PPrintingrinting member who has served three eligible to serve: some important contact num- consecutive terms to be re- 1. An individual currently bers for those interested in appointed after sitting out a employed by the state comp- applying to become an ARB year. troller of public accounts, or member. One stop for all your wedding needs: The ARB is a citizen board who is a member of the gov- Application forms are that sits in panels of three to erning body, an offi cer, or a available at www.hcad.org. • Invitations • Reception Cards hear testimony and review full- or part-time employee of The forms may also be ob- evidence in order to deter- a county, city, school district, tained by calling the ARB mine property owner protests community college district, executive offi ce at 713-957- • Response Cards • Thank You Notes which cannot be resolved in- MUD, or any other entity 5265. formally with HCAD. supported by local proper- If that number is busy, call • Matchbooks • Scrolls Service on the review ty taxes. Former governing the offi ce of the taxpayer liai- board does not constitute a body members, or offi cers son offi cer as a backup con- • Napkins full-time job, but members of a taxing unit served by tact at 713-957-7499. are compensated per diem HCAD, are ineligible for four Calls requesting informa- The Bayshore Medical Center volunteer auxiliary is celebrating its 50 years of service when conducting hearings full years from the date they tion on ARB service require- this year by giving $50,000 toward San Jacinto College scholarships. Pictured are, left to and attending ARB meet- ceased to serve in that capac- ments should go to 713-957- 11555 Beamer right, John Logan, Bayshore Medical Center volunteer and incoming scholarship chair; ings. ARB members are re- ity. 5265. Dr. Brenda Hellyer, San Jacinto College chancellor; Melba Solemsas, Bayshore Medical quired to attend ARB meet- 2. Anyone who personal- Applications should be Center volunteer; Ruth Keenan, executive director of the San Jacinto College Founda- ings in addition to serving on ly, or whose spouse person- submitted to: 281-484-4337 tion; Cathy Leimback, Bayshore Medical Center volunteer; Larry Wilson, vice chair- panels for actual ARB hear- ally, has a contract with local Judge Robert K. Schaffer, man of the San Jacinto College Board of Trustees; Miriam Moore, Bayshore Medical ings. government or an appraisal c/o HCAD Human Resourc- Center volunteer; and Michael Kane, dean of health sciences at San Jacinto College. Review board service is district. The same restriction es, P.O. Box 920975, Hous- Photo by Amanda Fenwick generally a full-time com- applies if the person, or his or ton, Texas 77292-0975. Thursday, September 10, 2015, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 3 First Pasadena Early College HS students graduate Clear Brook Debate attends By Jay Do students the opportunity to necessary to meet the chal- counted rate. They’re paying choose to do so.” bie, Sam Rayburn, Pasadena The fi rst graduates of the begin taking college courses lenges of an ever-changing less for it in the long run, and In the short time follow- Memorial and South Hous- Pasadena Early College High as early as their ninth-grade world and to become valued they’re getting a huge leg up ing its opening, the Pasadena ton. Once fully operational, Foster HS tournament School program recently year. Since then, the school members of a global commu- over their peers.” Early College High School these fi ve early college pro- walked the stage and received has continued to redefi ne the nity.” Extracurricular activities has only grown in size and grams will graduate approx- The Clear Brook faced off against an Aus- while both Rasti and Ri- both their high school distin- typical comprehensive high Like many schools fol- offered at Pasadena High expectations. imately 500 to 600 students High School Debate tin area debater. vera picked up one point guished diplomas and their school experience by pro- lowing the early college School, including competing “The Early College High per year with a high school Team attended its in- Though he downed in each. In addition to this, associate degrees from the viding a small school setting high school model, Pasadena athletics and performing arts, School has been accepting diploma and an associate de- augural meet at Foster the semifi nal round, Sub- both Rasti and Rivera ad- San Jacinto College, mark- within Pasadena High School Early College High School are still made available to new freshman classes every gree. With the fi rst of its grad- High School in Rich- ramanya picked up six vanced to the fi nal round ing a signifi cant milestone and enabling students to earn strives to increase high school students partaking in the ear- year, so we now have over uates successfully out the mond on Aug. 28-29 to of his needed 12 points of foreign extempora- for Pasadena Independent both their high school diplo- and college graduation rates ly college program if they so 20 students participating in door, the Early College High School District’s fi rst early ma and either an Associate of among students who are not choose. the system per every grade School program looks to the get back into the com- for the Texas Forensics neous speaking, picking college program. Arts or an Associate of Sci- widely represented on col- “They’re still able to par- level,” said Trevizo. “Inter- future with nothing short of petitive spirit, and is off Association State Meet up one and two points, “We are very proud of ence degree in the four years lege campuses by providing ticipate in any extracurricular est level in the system is very high hopes for the years to and running with out- which will be held in respectively, for those our fi rst Pasadena Early Col- of high school. accelerated instruction in a activities offered at Pasadena high. Students interested come. standing achievements Austin in March. events. lege High School graduating “The Pasadena Early Col- small schooling environment High School that they would in enrolling in the program “It is a great partnership and state qualifi cations In addition to Subra- Additional success class,” said Pasadena High lege High School shall serve, and the ability to graduate like to,” said Trevizo. “Most must maintain at least an between Pasadena Indepen- that are well under way. manya, fellow LD mem- was found by Adarsh School Principal Joe Saave- or include plans to scale up from high school with up to of the students elect not to 80 average in all their core dent School District and Lincoln Douglas De- bers Dhiren Wijesinghe, Suresh and Kiara Soliz dra. “It is a very rigorous to serve, students in grades 9 half of their college educa- participate in any extracur- classes, pass the State of San Jacinto College District, bate was the event where Keion Rasti and Gabe who also advanced to the program because in addition through 12,” said Aldo Prado, tion complete, while at the ricular activities, because Texas Assessment Academic which includes both boards the team excelled the Rivera also found suc- semifi nal round in their to completing all the high dean of the Pasadena Early same time, saving a total of the workload of essential- Readiness tests, show a good of trustees,” said Saave- school requirements, stu- College High School. “Our almost $6,000 in college tu- ly taking high school and attendance record and submit dra. “As stewards of these most. Varsity member cess by advancing to out extemporaneous speak- dents are transitioned into main target are students who ition. college courses at the same two letters of recommenda- great institutions of learning, Suketh Subramanya beat rounds after the four pre- ing events. the college environment be- are at risk of dropping out of “The early college system time is very heavy. Because tion from current teachers. their support is invaluable out more than 75 other lim sessions concluded. The team heads to El- ginning their freshman year school and fi rst college gen- gives them a leg up when of the commitment that that They also have to complete and allows educators like all competitors, and in do- Wijesinghe picked up kins High School next to where they begin to work to- eration who might not other- they’re going to college,” said takes, most students choose an application for San Jacinto of us to explore new and in- ing so, advanced to the two points by advancing continue their quest for wards their associate degree wise go to college. This does Pasadena Independent School to drop their extracurricular College.” novative ideas that can have semifi nal round where he to the octo-fi nal round, state qualifi cations. requirements. We are proud not exclude any other student District Communications activities, but the option still With the passage of the meaningful and generational of them for being the fi rst to from entering the program. Specialist Melissa Trevizo. remains available to them to 2014 bond election, Pasadena impact in our community for take the plunge, accept the In Pasadena Early College “They graduate with an as- participate in any of the ac- Independent School District years to come, as is the case challenge, never giving up, High School, we will con- sociate’s degree and a diplo- tivities offered at the Pasade- will expand the Early College with our Early College High and staying focused on their tinue promoting a highly rig- ma, so they’re basically two na High School should they High School program to Do- School program.” future. These are amazing orous environment to ensure years ahead of everyone else. kids, and it was such a joy to that our students earn a high It’s also at little to no cost to watch them grow and mature school diploma as well as an them. If they were to go to over the past four years into associate degree from San high school and to San Jacinto Legally Blonde at Clear distinguished graduates.” Jacinto College or up to 61 College, it would be 100 per- Since its opening in Sep- college hours. We want to ac- cent out of their own pocket, tember of 2010, the Pasadena complish this by providing a but through the Early College Creek Community Theater Early College High School nurturing, respectful environ- High School system, some of has worked jointly with San ment that instills our students that is covered for them, since Clear Creek Community sical enjoyed a successful Tickets are $13 to $15. Jacinto College to provide with the confi dence and skills San Jacinto offers that at a dis- Theatre (CCCT) kicks off Broadway run and contin- Group rates are available. its 51st season on Friday, ues to entertain audiences Tickets may be purchased Sept. 11, with the hilarious worldwide. online at www.clearcreek CCISD gifted, talented program and heart-warming show, Steven Sarp and Hope communitytheatre.com or Legally Blonde: The Musi- Diamond are co-directing by calling the box offi ce at Clear Brook Speech and Debate Team members attending the Foster tour- cal. a cast of 21 actors and two 281-335-5228. nament were, left to right, (front row) Elizabeth Isabell, Adarsh Suresh, An- accepting in-district referrals Based on the novel by dogs – Doogle, who plays Clear Creek Community ish Antony, Hannah Alsobrook and Lizna Lakhani, (back row) Kiara Soliz, The Clear Creek Inde- Gifted services are de- Oct. 1, 2015. Amanda Brown and the Elle Woods’ feisty and Theatre is located at 18091 Matt Garcia, Gabe Rivera, Suketh Subramanya, Keion Rasti, Ryan Wil- pendent School District signed for students who All kindergarten stu- MGM motion picture star- faithful companion, Bruis- Upper Bay Road in Nassau liams and Dhiren Wijesinghe. Photo submitted Gifted and Talented Pro- demonstrate signifi cantly dents in Clear Creek ISD ring Reese Witherspoon, er, and Ruby, who plays Bay. gram is accepting written above-average achievement are screened for possi- Legally Blonde: The Musi- Rufus. referrals for CCISD stu- or potential in the areas of ble testing throughout the cal follows the transforma- Diamond notes Legally dents in grades 1-12 for the general intellectual ability, school year. The deadline tion of California valley girl Blonde is full of great char- 2015-2016 school year. specifi c subject matter ap- for accepting referrals for Elle Woods as she follows acters with good messages Veterans legal clinic set for Sept. 12 her boyfriend to Harvard to share with the audience. titude, and creative/produc- students in kindergarten is Veterans who need le- at the clinic from a volun- DeBakey VA Medical More information about tive thinking skills. Dec. 1, 2015. Law School. There, she Elle Woods is a role mod- Advertise Criteria for selection in- For more information, tackles stereotypes, snob- el for us all because she is gal advice or legal assis- teer attorney in any area Center from 2 to 5 p.m. on the clinics is available at clude cognitive skill tests, contact the advanced ac- bery, and scandal in pursuit someone who believes in tance can visit a free legal of law, including family, the fi rst fl oor. www.hba.org. in the Leader! professional recommen- ademics specialist at the of her dreams. With mu- herself. I love Elle for so clinic Saturday, Sept. 12, wills and probate, con- dations, classroom per- child’s elementary campus sic and lyrics by Laurence many reasons, but I think at the Galveston VA Out- sumer, real estate and tax Looking for a Primary Care Doctor? Call formance and portfolio or the Advanced Academ- O’Keefe and Nell Benjamin the main thing that draws patient Clinic, 3828 Ave- law, as well as disability samples. The deadline for ics/Gifted Talented offi ce at and book by Heather Hach, me to her is how she exudes nue N in Galveston, from and veterans benefi ts. 281-481-5656 students in grades 1-12 is 281-284-0081. Legally Blonde: The Mu- a positive life. Everyone 9 a.m. until noon. Veterans who need on- Enayet Rahim, MD has successes and failures No appointment is going legal representation • Accepting New Patients • Same Day in life, but failures can be necessary. The clinic is and who qualify for legal Appointments Available • Open During successes too… if you co-sponsored by the Gal- aid may be assigned a pro commit yourself entirely to veston County Bar Asso- bono attorney through the Lunch Time • We take Medicaid, that event and learn from it. ciation and the Houston Houston Volunteer Law- Medicare & most private insurance. Sometimes you can learn Bar Foundation’s Veterans yers to handle their case. Discounts for patients without insurance. more from a failure than a Legal Initiative. The Houston Bar Se Habla Español success!” Any veteran, or spouse Foundation also sponsors Sarp adds that this is of a deceased veteran, can weekly Friday afternoon Call 281-481-8500 probably the biggest show receive advice and counsel clinics at the Michael E. CCCT has done, outside of Christmas shows, within at least the last fi ve years. “This show contains both a jump-rope sequence and a dance sequence inspired by Riverdance. While the basic set is simple, because there are so many locations, the set changes become quite complex. There are set SAFE changes that have to hap- pen in the middle of songs, so the crew has to be on its toes, too!” STARTS Presented through spe- cial arrangement with Mu- sic Theatre International (MTI), Legally Blonde: The Musical runs Sept. 11 through Sept. 27 with CALL 811 performances at 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and BEFORE YOU DIG 2:30 p.m. on Sundays. Bay Area Whether you’re working on a large excavation Singles Dance or simply planting a tree in your yard, natural Sept. 19 The Bay Area Singles gas and utility line safety should always be job Club monthly dance will be held Saturday, Sept. one—and that starts with calling 8-1-1 to have 19, from 7 to 10:30 p.m. at the VFW Lodge, Post your utility lines marked. By doing so, you can be 6378, at 5204 Highway 3 certain where your electric, gas, water and other in Dickinson. Bring party snacks to share. important lines are located as well as avoid Cost is $7 for members and $9 for nonmembers. causing serious injuries, service interruptions or For more information, call 409-948-1156 or 281- possibly costly fines for damaged infrastructure. 484-4762. Make the call. It’s easy, and free. Respect the lines. Dig with care. After all, safety is in your hands… but always on our mind. South Belt Graphics For more information on natural gas safety, & visit CenterPointEnergy.com. 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HAVE A GREAT BIRTHDAY, DAVID! Adela Moreno enjoys a birthday Sept. Thursday, Sept. 10: Shellie Ortiz, Former South Belt resident David 15. Blow out the birthday candles for Veronica Adame, Robert Resendez, Griffin, of Plain City, Utah, is wished a Randi Howard Sept. 16. Emily Auffarber, Suzy Krienitz, Diane happy Sept. 13 birthday from his wife Stuchbery Elementary Hall, Christy Cobb and Charles Monty; Angela; sons Robert and Kenney; par- Curtis Halvorson enjoys a happy Friday, Sept. 11: Kyle Patterson, Amber ents Bobby (Leader staffer) and hus- birthday Sept. 10. The day for a cake for Edwards, Sherrie Hosek-Vandament, band Kenneth Griffin; sister Tracy and Lauren Keith is Sept. 12. Blow out the Phillip Ford and Dan Sciba; Saturday, husband Jim Giles and sons Aaron and candles Sept. 14 for Angelica Flores. Sept. 12: Tracy Cavazos-Garcia, Cody and daughter Kristen of Kirkwood Melillo Middle School Rhoda Mohr, Christian Muñoz and South; and friends in the South Belt area. Guy Mitchell celebrates a birthday Jessica Moore; Sunday, Sept. 13: SCHOOL DAZE Sept. 15. Matthew Koska, Michelle Perez, The following personnel and staff Beverly Hills Intermediate Holly Kopoulos, Mari Rivera, Debbie members of the Pasadena Independent America Mendoza is sent birthday Flores, David Griffi n, Lisa Clinton, School District celebrate birthdays Sept. greetings Sept. 10. Light the birthday Joe Sanchez and Kathryn Nguyen- 10 through Sept. 16. candles Sept. 13 for Phillip Rachuig. Maldonado; Monday, Sept. 14: Michele Atkinson Elementary Thompson Intermediate Guirrero, Eric Brown, Elaine Baker, Sing a happy birthday song to Kathie On Sept. 13, Maricarmen Mendoza Jacob Lacadou, Julie Lakota, Tom Teuscher Sept. 12. is wished a happy birthday. Enjoying a Golightly, Michael York, Dolph Larson, Burnett Elementary birthday Sept. 15 is Rosa Nunez. Kristi Okwuonu and Mark Husband; On Sept. 11, Glenda Moore is wished Dobie High Tuesday, Sept. 15: Dawnella Woods, a happy birthday. Jaime Bohon, Kellymary Cooling- Jackie Williams, Patricia Jones, Bush Elementary Davis and Glenn Smith celebrate a Jesse Salas, Corey Salyer, Crystal Sing a happy birthday song to Ana birthday Sept. 10. Sept. 12 is the day McGoldrich, Kristi Ortiz, David Young, Cavazos Sept. 13. The day for a birthday for a cake for Donald Randle. Light Shawn Black and Michelle Poole; and cake for Jeannene Gazaw is Sept. 14. the birthday candles on Sept. 13 for Wednesday, Sept. 16: Peter Hoth, Kairy Frazier Elementary Jennifer Bland, Thomas Etienne and Barkley, Jorge Sanchez, Mark Wilson, Blow out the birthday candles for Erika Garcia. Light the candles on a Darren Landwehr, Bobbi Furgeson, Becky Shelton Sept. 13. Principal triple-layer cake for Susan Locklear, Brandy Rogers, Claude Van Court, Wendy Wiseburn celebrates a happy Rodney Pannell and Dana Stockton Angela Starr, Anna Aranova and birthday Sept. 14. Sept. 15 is the day for Sept. 14. Ryan Peel enjoys a birthday Melissa Norman. a cake for Mary Tran. Sept. 15. Marcos Escobar celebrates a LEADER WANTS YOU IN THE NEWS Meador Elementary birthday Sept. 16. Email birthday, anniversary, vacation, The day for a party for Diana Blanco FACEBOOK FRIENDS ENJOY BIRTHDAYS congratulations, etc., to mynews@south The Dobie High School Lariaette of the Week for is Sept. 10. Maria Rutherford is sent a The Leader sends happy birthday beltleader.com with OTBF in the subject Aug. 27 through Aug. 31 is junior Naya Cooper. birthday greeting Sept. 14. wishes to its Facebook friends who cele- line. Items must be submitted by Friday The Dobie High School Lariaette Escort of the She is a two-year line member and the daughter Moore Elementary brate a birthday this week: noon for the next week’s publication. Week for Aug. 27 through Aug. 31 is junior Sean of Angela and Joseph Cooper. Saperstein. He is a first-year escort and the son of Heidi and Michael Saperstein. Hobby Lions Club to meet Hobby Airport Lions Club will meet Wednesday, Sept. 2015-2016 Meador Mustang faculty Introduction of Judaism 16, at noon at the Golden Corral at Fuqua and I-45. For There is a class introducing participants to Judaism that information, email [email protected]. gives an opportunity to ask questions regarding Judaism or the Jewish community. Examined are Judaism’s beliefs regarding sin, sacrifice, atonement, heaven/hell/the afterlife, devil/Satan, monotheism, the Messiah and other topics. Largest selection of The class goes through a vocabulary of Jewish life, holi- wigs in Texas! days and holy days, life cycle events and Judaism’s view of FEATURING the controversial issues of the day. The class is mandatory for ESTETICA anyone looking to convert to Judaism, and is $72 for a semes- ter or $144 for the year which covers the cost of all handouts DESIGNS used in the class. 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Photo submitted 281-481-2121 farmers.com ORTHODONTIST Remember When 35 years ago (1980) South Belt and was struck glass, mowing and removing munity-use baseball fi eld raided six months earlier by Two bodies were dis- from the rear. The four ve- concrete. The station was on neared completion under Houston police. At that time, covered at the Green Arbor hicles at the rear were is- the Houston’s Department of Phase 1 of the project. $16,000 in cash was confi s- Apartments on Sabo. The sued tickets for violations by Public Works Utility Oper- Slight increases to supple- cated, and 90 machines were body of a 14-year-old was Houston Police offi cers. ations maintenance list after mental salaries for coaches removed. discovered by another family 30 years ago (1985) residents complained that and intermediate school mu- 5 years ago (2010) member in his apartment. The A 17-year-old male was teenagers were frequenting sic teachers were approved Gary Brian Pearson, 56, youth had apparently died arrested after allegedly strik- the old building. It was aban- by Pasadena school trustees; was killed on the Gulf Free- of a self-infl icted gunshot ing a teacher at Dobie High doned the previous year when and high school band, choir way near Fuqua. According wound to his head. When the School. Pasadena ISD securi- fi refi ghters were moved into and orchestra directors and to police, Pearson was trav- SSouthouth BeltBelt John E. Freeman, D.D.S., M.S. apartment personnel heard ty investigators were notifi ed Station 70 on Beamer Road. assistants and major depart- eling south on the freeway ✰ the ambulance for the boy, after Associate Principal Peg- 25 years ago (1990) ment chairmen would get on a motorcycle and made an No Down Payment they decided to check on a gy Walters called offi cers to During registration at San more substantial raises to unsafe lane change in front of 64-year-old man who lived in the scene of a disturbance in Jacinto College South, the their stipends. a Lexus sport utility vehicle. GGraphicsraphics with Verified Insurance the complex and discovered the school’s automat. college reached a milestone Former Thompson Prin- The Lexus then struck the ✰ that he had died in his apart- Administrator Steve Sand- by registering its 5,000th stu- cipal Vicki Thomas replaced motorcycle from behind, and Payment Plan Available ment several days before of ers attendeed a “topping out” dent to attend class. longtime Pasadena school ad- Pearson lost control. He died & PrintingPrinting carcinoma of the lung. ceremony at the construction Many South Belt area res- ministrator Lewis Anderson at the scene. The driver of the ✰ Insurance Assignment Sagemont Civic Club sent site of the new Memorial idents stopped by Fast Signs for the position of associate Lexus was not injured. No out letters to deed restriction Hospital Southeast on Beam- near Almeda Mall to sign a superintendent for campus charges were fi led. Accepted violators in a massive crack- er Road. More than 200 con- giant banner in support of development. Just two days later, Ricardo One stop for all down on violations in the struction workers, contrac- American troops partici- 15 years ago (2000) Plasencia, 52, died from inju- your wedding needs: ✰ No Referral Needed 1,850-home subdivision. tors, engineers, designers and pating in Operation Desert Lightning struck the ries he incurred on the Gulf Electrical service in the hospital personnel attended Shield. Through a nationwide home of Billy and Ada Burk. Freeway near Scarsdale. Po- ✰ Video Game Room area around South Belt and the ceremony. The facili- effort by the company, 100 Southeast Volunteer Fire De- lice records indicate Plasencia • Invitations • Reception Cards Hughes Road was interrupted ty, set to open in November banners were to be sent to the partment fought the fi re. was driving on the freeway ✰ Quality and Caring Office for approximately one hour. 1986, would replace the one Middle East. Pasadena and Clear Creek when he failed to maintain • Response Cards According to HL&P offi cials, on Bellfort. Oak Haven Apartments, a school districts banned all a single lane of traffi c and ✰ the substation breaker was Some 80 water main leaks planned community for se- outdoor activities due to heat. struck a street light and free- • Thank You Notes Certified Specialist thrown after children in the had been repaired in area nior citizens and handicapped 10 years ago (2005) way pillar. Blood test results area repeatedly threw a foot- subdivisions over the previ- adults, was preparing for resi- South Belters rallied to determined Plasencia was un- • Matchbooks • Scrolls Member American Association of Orthodontists ball into the primary wires, ous month in response to a dents to move in beginning in help victims of Hurricane Ka- der the infl uence of alcohol. knocking them together. request by the South Belt Co- October. trina, which devastated parts 1 year ago (2014) • Napkins Three homes within a alition. Crews had fi xed leaks Two armed bandits hit the of Louisiana, Mississippi and The state Supreme Court, one-block area in the Wood in the Sagemont, Beverly Texas Commerce Bank on Alabama. The Leader of- composed entirely of nine Meadow subdivision were Hills, Scarsdale and Rain- South Belt Drive and stole an fi ce became a drop-off point Republican justices, said it 11555 Beamer vandalized. bow Valley subdivisions and undisclosed amount of money. for emergency food, water, would not hear the case of Rain-slick streets at South would continue to work in 20 years ago (1995) clothing and household items Judge George Risner against 281-484-4337 Belt and Sageoak were the the area until all known leaks Nine fi elds at the youth to aid victims who had been the Harris County Republi- scene of a fi ve-car collision were repaired. sports complex at El Franco displaced to the Houston area can Party, despite a last-min- 281-481-9575 13310 Beamer that began when a woman The abandoned fi re station Lee Park on Hall Road were from New Orleans. ute appeal from the defen- was signaling to turn left off on Sagearbor and Sagedowne being readied for play in the The Ellington Field-MD dants. underwent renovations in spring. 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That Jeff Davis 281-481-3216 10909 Sabo, Suite 120, Houston 281-481-0909 Davy & Marie Flickinger, owners same building had been Thursday, September 10, 2015, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 5 SHHS honors country songwriter, cattle rancher, filmmaker Three South Houston Garner, in addition to his skills. and choir member during his Bill Hughes Girl Scouts donate bench High School graduates, all ranching enterprises, owns Soon after, he landed a high school days, has owned Class of 1980 with critics and won several entrepreneurs with a pas- three pool and lake manage- recording contract with At- and developed three ranches Hughes honed his writ- awards. sion to entertain, have been ment companies in Texas. A lantic Records. His debut since completing his naval ing and drawing skills Hughes launched his own selected for induction this Navy veteran with 15 years album, Building Bridges, career in 1995, the latest lo- while a staffer on the South studio, WonderVista, and fall in the school’s Alumni of active service, Garner rose to No. 47 on the Bill- cated outside Goldthwaite, Houston student newspaper. began to branch out from Hall of Honor. served two tours in the Per- board magazine chart in Texas. At the same time, he Growing up close to NASA sci-fi . A deal with cowboy Chosen for induction are sian Gulf during Operation 1984. The title track from founded and built two cor- and inspired by sci-fi pro- band Riders in the Sky led Larry Willoughby, a Gram- Desert Storm, receiving nu- the album reached No. 55 as porations – Lone Star Pool ductions such as Star Trek, to a series of band coloring my-nominated songwriter merous decorations and ser- a single – but 12 years later Lost in Space and Planet of books, a comic book telling and Nashville record exec- vice awards. took him to new heights. the Apes, Hughes enjoyed a the story of the Alamo and utive; Bob Garner, a Cen- Hughes has redirected The song was covered creative surge with the re- an animated version of the tral Texas rancher and host his love of comic books and by Brooks and Dunn and lease of Stars Wars in 1977. comic book. That project of a popular spring bash science fi ction into an inde- rearranged with backing While still at South continued with James Dru- for Trojan alumni; and Bill pendent fi lmmaking career. vocals from Sheryl Crow Houston, he produced his ry, former star of the TV Hughes, an award-winning He recently expanded his and Vince Gill. That ver- fi rst illustrated story, Man- series The Virginian, join- sci-fi illustrator and fi lm- 2005 short fi lm, Matt Mer- sion soared to No. 4 on the hattan Rogers and his Fly- ing the cast as Buffalo Bill maker. cury and his Rocket Rang- charts and earned a Gram- ing Devil-Doggie Comman- Cody. Hughes also launched Willoughby graduat- ers, into a full-length, space my nomination for Best does. After graduation, he a website, jesusandkidz. ed from South Houston in comedy feature, released Country Collaboration. attended the University of com, that offers Bible sto- 1969, Garner in 1971 and earlier this summer. Willoughby spent sev- Houston and started his own ries for children. Hughes in 1980. The fi lm, Matt Mercu- eral years on tour after caricature business at As- Hughes’ “Matt Mercury” The three will be hon- ry – Plot of the Galactic the release of his Building troworld. creation remains his fran- ored during homecoming Mastermind, was recently Bridges album, then found While at UH, he pro- chise. Plans are in the works festivities on Oct. 16 along nominated for best special himself drawn to the busi- duced his fi rst full-length for an animated series based with three former teachers effects among independent ness side of country music. Bob Garner comic book, based on the on the fi lm, a series of nov- selected earlier this sum- productions by the Austin He signed on as tour man- Management and Lone Star same Manhattan Rogers els and a video game. mer for induction in the Revolution Film Festival. ager for country stars Rod- Lake Management – into in- character. Later, after en- Alumni and teacher in- school’s Faculty and Staff Larry Willoughby ney Crowell – his cousin dustry leaders. tering an art contest with a ductees will be honored at Hall of Honor. The teachers Class of 1969 – and Rosanne Cash before His lake management cartoon drawing of a pirate, a special reception during are Barbara Coon, a phys- Active in choir and Fu- moving in the direction of fi rm is the state’s second he landed a deal to turn his homecoming open house ics teacher and counselor ture Farmers of America artist development. largest. He also established cartoon subject into a comic activities on Oct. 16. The during her South Houston in high school, Willough- After a stint as director Lone Star Lifeguards to book series, the Voyages of open house will begin at tenure; Ella Gauthier, a by joined the Houston Fire of membership with AS- train nearly 300 lifeguards the SheBuccaneer. 10:30 a.m. with the grand math teacher and success Department after gradua- CAP/Nashville, he was per season for his pool man- opening of South Houston coordinator; and George tion. He got his big break hired away for the spot of agement fi rm. High’s new Hall of History, Neal, a law enforcement in- in the music business when Director of A&R at MCA/ It was in 2004, while a campus museum featuring structor and coach. he auditioned for coun- Universal Records, a label operating a ranch outside photos and memorabilia of Willoughby, Garner and featuring the talents of Gill, of Hempstead, that Garner the school’s fi rst 53 years. Hughes will bring to 76 the George Strait, Reba McEn- hosted his fi rst Edgebrook A courtyard picnic will number of South Houston tire, Wynonna and Trisha Reunion, a weekend bonfi re follow with the Hall of Hon- alumni who have been in- Yearwood. bash for South Houston High or reception set for 12:30 ducted into the Hall of Hon- During Willoughby’s alumni from the 1960s and p.m. and a student/alumni or since the program was tenure, MCA outpaced all 1970s. With organizational pep rally at 1:45. launched nearly fi ve years rivals in country music help from classmate Mar- The inductees will be ago. The number of teach- awards. Even with his move tha Collins Manuel, Garner honored again during cere- ers inducted will rise to 26 to Capitol as vice president hosted around 300 alumni, monies preceding the Tro- Left to right, Girl Scout Troop 26248 juniors Kylie Davis, Kaylyn Zwer- with the addition of Coon, of A&R, he has kept a hand spouses and friends at his jans’ homecoming game namann (back) and Stacie Guernsey carry a colorful wooden bench to Life Gauthier and Neal. in songwriting. His songs ranch that year – the start of against Pasadena that same Church’s Life’s Little Blessings day care. The girls made and donated the All three alumni induct- have been recorded by such what has become a spring night. Ceremonies begin at bench to the day care as part of their bronze award badge project. ees remain active in their artists as Waylon Jennings, tradition, since moved to Bill Hughes 6:30 p.m., with the kickoff Photo submitted chosen professions. Eddy Raven, Big House, the Garner’s ranching opera- In 1996, his association at 7 p.m. Willoughby is current- Amazing Rhythm Aces, Ni- tions near Goldthwaite. with the publisher led to an ly vice president of A&R colette Larson and the Oak Garner’s reunions are opportunity to illustrate and Larry Willoughby (artists and repertoire) for Ridge Boys. credited with sparking re- design a Star Wars brand Concert features renowned mezzo-soprano Capitol Records’ Nashville try singer/songwriter Guy Willoughby is married to newed interest in alumni book, Droids, for Dark division. In that position, he Clark and earned a spot as the former Janet Howard, activities at South Houston Horse Comics. San Jacinto College will She also appeared as a Haydn. courses, as well as private has helped shape the careers a guitar player and backup also a 1969 South Houston and for providing momen- In 2005, in partnership host a baroque and cham- guest soloist in the Marilyn San Jacinto College music lessons at all three of numerous country re- vocalist in Clark’s band. graduate. tum that helped lead to the with wife Heidi, Hughes ber music concert featur- Horne Foundation Gala at offers music degrees and campuses. cording stars, among them Under Clark’s guidance, Bob Garner creation of the school’s new ventured into independent ing Ars Lyrica Houston, Carnegie Hall. She won Keith Urban, Trace Atkins Willoughby honed his own Class of 1971 Alumni Association and the fi lmmaking. His fi rst Matt award-winning musicians the 2015 Richard Tucker and Deana Carter. songwriting and performing Garner, a football trainer Hall of Honor itself. Mercury short proved a hit who specialize in selec- Award, and won both the Genealogy group to meet tions from the 17th and Main and the Song Prizes The Parker Williams Genealogy Group will meet Sept. 18th centuries performed at the 2013 BBC Cardiff 21, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the library at Scarsdale and Beamer. on period instruments. Singer of the World Com- This group meets the fi rst and third Mondays to discuss Perez Barber Shop oldest in South Belt area A highlight of the con- petition. She made her genealogy research. Meetings are free and open to anyone cert will be a guest artist Spivey Hall debut singing interested in tracing family history. By Jay Do spoint, and there would be Barber Shop for his haircuts. cuts. The now 54-year-old Hilliard has no doubt that performance by interna- Brahms’ Alto Rhapsody, Few South Belt residents that little strip center with a “Every time I walk in business provides Hilliard the commitment and dedica- tionally renowned mez- which was also broadcast recall a time when Sagemont grocery store and the barber- there, it looks just like it did with a glimpse of his child- tion of the Perez family to zo-soprano Jamie Barton, on National Public Radio. CCART meets Sept. 22 and Kirkwood subdivisions shop in it. That was it all the in 1966,” said Hilliard. “I hood through a rare, un- hang on to a piece of the un- who will perform in col- As a member of the The Clear Creek Association of Retired Teachers did not exist. Few will re- way up to Edgebrook.” live in Mont Belvieu, but I changed perspective. changed past will allow them laboration with Ars Lyr- Houston Grand Opera Stu- (CCART) will hold its first meeting of the 2015-2016 member a time when J. After 15 successful years still go all the way back to “Considering how much to continue to withstand the ica. The concert is free dio, Barton participated in season on Tuesday, Sept. 22. Meetings are held at the Bay Frank Dobie High School of serving the then newly get my hair done, and the everything around it has test of time and serve the and open to the public and several recital series in- Area Community Center, 5002 NASA Parkway in and Almeda Mall were little developed South Belt com- reason for that is because changed so much, it’s really South Belt community. Seabrook. There will be a short business meeting, fol- more than ideas and sche- munity, Perez handed the Doris still cuts a multitude of neat to see something that’s “In a society where so will take place Monday, cluding the popular Recital Sept. 14, at 7 p.m. at the at Rienzi. lowed by the featured speakers, state Sen. Larry Taylor matics on a drawing board. business over to his daugh- hair from all the people that a focal point of the commu- much changes so fast, it is and TRTA District IV President Marcy Cann. In a rapidly developing ter. For more than three de- I graduated with. She keeps nity not change at all,” said always wonderful when you San Jacinto College Cen- Barton attended Indiana tral Campus Dr. Monte University, where she per- The meeting will conclude with a potluck salad and and changing society, for- cades, the Perez Barber Shop me updated on what’s going Hilliard. “These people are fi nd something that time has sandwich luncheon. Members are asked to bring either a mer South Belt resident Gary has withstood the test of time on around here, who’s mar- probably still using the orig- not affected,” said Hilliard. Blue Music Building, 8060 formed roles such as Tisbe salad, sandwiches, or a dessert. Hilliard has taken it upon and prevailed successfully ried to who, who’s divorced inal combs that they started “Doris and Perez Barber Spencer Highway in Pasa- in La Cenerentola, Butter- The meeting will start at 9:30 a.m. for coffee with the himself to locate what he be- through years of economic and who’s working where. the business with. It’s just Shop are still going strong dena. cup in HMS Pinafore, and lieves to be the oldest busi- disaster under the watchful She still knows all the busi- neat that it’s still there. I’m and show the capacity to A Grammy nominee, Mrs. Soames in the 2006 business meeting beginning at 10 am. All Texas retired ness of the area. eye and leadership of Doris ness of the area.” blessed that it’s still there, continue to be a vital part of Barton has performed at world premiere of Ned Ro- school employees from the area are invited. Annual dues Through his searchings, Perez. The Perez Barber Shop because it reminds me of my this community for years to Carnegie Hall as part of rem’s Our Town. are $45. Hilliard has concluded that “Israel Perez was the man represents more to Hilliard childhood from 40 years ago come.” the Great Singers III: Eve- The concert will also the Perez Barber Shop, es- who initially ran the shop,” than a means to get his hair- when so much has changed.” nings of Song series. feature guest artist Adam tablished by Israel Perez said Hilliard. “He was a fan- LaMotte, an acclaimed in 1961, is today the old- tastic guy, and it was just a soloist, concertmaster, JJoinoin uuss oonn est standing business of the fantastic, run-of-the-mill Thunderbirds, Breitling Jet Team at airshow and conductor who has South Belt community. barbershop. When I was 15, performed with numerous “When my family moved I walked in and Israel told The U.S. Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon air- purchase tickets now to get Legends Tent featuring dis- orchestras, including the here in 1966, that little strip us that his daughter had Thunderbirds and the Breit- craft, return to Houston reserved seating,” said Bill tinguished veterans signing Northwest Sinfonietta in FFacebook!acebook! center on Kingspoint next just graduated from barber ling Jet Team headline this following their last Wings Roach, airshow director. autographs and memorabil- Seattle, String Orchestra of to where the big Vietnam- college, and she’d be tak- year’s Commemorative Air Over Houston performance “We had record attendance ia, NASA Driven to Explore the Rockies, Astoria Fes- Get local news ese Martyrs Church is today ing over the shop. That was Force (CAF) 31st annual in 2010. The Breitling Jet last year and expect to draw Exhibit, Commemorative tival Orchestra, Portland was the only business center Doris Perez, and she’s been Wings Over Houston Air- Team from Europe, the even more people who hav- Air Force (CAF) Hangar Baroque Orchestra, and the and updates in the area,” said Hilliard. working there ever since.” show, which will be held world’s largest profession- en’t seen the Thunderbirds 57, Experimental Aircraft Maggini String Orchestra “Kings-point was the only Despite having relocated Saturday and Sunday, Oct. al civilian fl ight team that here in fi ve years, and they Association, National USA in Houston. between road there. There was no more than 40 miles away 17 and 18, at Ellington Air- performs in seven L-39C also want to see the Breit- Forces Museum, The 6th The concert repertoire Kleckley, there were no big from his childhood home, port. Albatros jet aircraft, will ling Jet Team on its fi rst U.S. Cavalry Historical Associa- will include compositions issues! shopping centers. You’d take Hilliard regularly makes the The Thunderbirds, per- end their fi rst U.S. tour with tour. We’re still putting the tion, Kid’s Carnival, motion by Handel, Vivaldi and a little dirt road onto King- commute back to the Perez forming as a team of six this fi rst-time performance fi nal touches on the show simulator rides and more. at Wings Over Houston. and will update our website Visit the airshow’s web- “We’re excited to pres- as we fi nalize performances site, www.wingsoverhous FFREEREE RREGISTRATIONEGISTRATION - GGoodood tthruhru SSept.ept. 2233 ent two very high-caliber and special events.” ton.com, for show updates New enrollments only • www.msjanets.com Wedding, jet demonstration teams The show also features and to purchase tickets in this year, which is why we civilian acrobatic perfor- advance. 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Luke Stacey is buried in the sand.

The family spent about two hours on The Great Wall of China. They took a cable car up and hiked about 30 minutes to get to the wall. There were many watch Left to right, Evelyn, Ben, Hyrum, CC Hunter Stacey and McKenzy Philmon build towers and spectacular views. Left photo: Left to right are Olivia, Ben and Eve- and Olivia ride the elephants in Ayut- sandcastles on the beach. lyn. Right photo: Ben, Evelyn, Hyrum, CC and Olivia. thaya, the ancient capitol of Thailand. Standing in front of the welcome sign at the Florida state line are, (front row) Samantha Sta- cey, Steve Stacey, McKenzy Philmon, Luke Sta- cey, Hunter Stacey, (back row) Shirley Bishop, Mazzy Philmon and Keith Philmon.

McKenzy Philmon (above) and Hunter Stacey (below) enjoyed boogie boarding.

The family waves from the top of the In the ruins of ancient temples that The entire family on the Seablaster snorkel/do- temple. The stairs were very steep to were taken at Angkor Wat in Siem phin cruise boat are, left to right, (front row) climb, but they made it to the top with Reap, Cambodia. This picture was tak- Ben, Hyrum, Olivia, and Evelyn stand Steve Stacey, Samantha Stacey, Hunter Stacey, no problems. Scenes from the movie en at The Bayon, one of many temples under an overgrown tree at Angkor Hunter Stacey assists with the alligators at McKenzy Philmon, (back row) Keith Philmon, Tomb Raider were fi lmed in Angkor Wat. in Angkor Wat. Thom. Fudpucker’s Restaurant. Luke Stacey, Shirley Bishop and Mazzy Philmon. Hoangs enjoy traveling Companies seek industrial technology The Hoang family, Bridgegate residents for 13 years, enjoy taking a vacation every summer as a family. In the past they have traveled to Disney World in Orlando, Vancouver, Whistler and Victoria in British Colum- graduates for jobs in oil and gas industry bia, Canada, Vietnam, Thailand and Japan. This year, the family visited Sedona, Grand Canyon and Las What is happening with for whichever program they more cranes automated or the refi neries, we also have available. Vegas in Arizona. oil and gas prices and em- graduated from, but they semiautomated, so someone our employees working in “Working on overhead ployment on the upstream have to be willing to learn with PLC (programmable the manufacturing plants, cranes is not something side of the industry means the rest of the craft for what logic controller) and elec- automotive, machine shops, people think of when think- a very different situation for is needed,” said James Ter- tronics training could fi nd paper mills, and steel mills. ing about a career,” said those working downstream. ry, Konecranes project man- a place for work with us as Houston is our largest over- White. “We’re a supporting The industry may have ager and a San Jacinto Col- well.” head crane service branch company to industries like made headlines in recent lege graduate and former Terry noted that during in the world.” petrochemical, automotive, months but companies con- adjunct professor. Techni- his 15 plus years with the Frank White, Konecranes manufacturing – wherever tinue to experience a work- cians can start working for company, he has never ex- district manager for the Rio product is being moved. I force shortage. the company at the $22-$24 perienced any layoffs. Grande, said that through- need about 25 people work- “Technicians and op- per hour range. “Any tech- “When layoffs happen in out his 20 years working ing in the fi eld, and I need 15 erators are in short supply nicians who understand certain areas of the indus- in the industry, he’s never people immediately. People today,” said Dan Odle, com- welding and electrical have try, it’s felt very little in our been able to completely fi ll just don’t know about these mercial development direc- an advantage. We’re seeing work,” said Terry. “Besides all of the positions that are jobs.” tor for Monument Chemi- cal and Houston Chemical Association’s board of di- At the Grand Canyon in Arizona are, left to right, Tam rectors vice president. “It’s Nguyen, Kristine Hoang, Ledung Nguyen, Ninh Hoang, Tracie Hoang raises a heart above the sky on top of the been this way for several Tracie Hoang and Kevin Hoang. Grand Canyon in Arizona. years, and there doesn’t ap- pear to be any relief of this in the near future.” Shaquille Anderson of Join us this Sunday! CCISD National Merit Liberty, Texas, is about to Multi-ethnic Multi-generational start his paid internship with Singularly focused on Jesus Chevron Phillips, following his recent graduation from Semifinalists named the San Jacinto College pro- 8:30 am—Traditional Service On Wednesday, Sept. 9, tional to the state’s percent- 2015, offi cials of the Nation- age of the national total of cess technology program 11:00 am—Contemporary Service and several interviews and 12:15 pm—Servicio en Español al Merit Scholarship Corpo- graduating seniors. ration (NMSC) announced CCISD’s new National job offers from other refi n- the names of 16,000 semi- Merit Semifi nalists are: eries. He will work as a pro- 10030 Scarsdale Boulevard—Houston, Texas 77089—281.484.9243 fi nalists in the 61st annual Clear Brook High cess technician intern for National Merit Scholar- School: Dylan J. Abeysekera three months, shadowing ship Program, including 20 and Anthony B. Cianchetti. operators on the job before COUPON students who attend high Clear Creek High School: his evaluation to become school in the Clear Creek Emily M. Berthiaume and hired as an employee. $ FOUNDATION REPAIR Independent School District. Christina R. Morrison. “What is happening on 200 OFF OR They attend Clear Brook, Clear Falls High School: the upstream side doesn’t Clear Creek, Clear Falls and Jason H. Lee. really affect what I’ll be (on jobs $2,500 & up) SEWER REPAIR Clear Lake high schools. Clear Lake High School: doing,” said Anderson. Not valid with any other offer. One coupon per house. These academically tal- Ayman A. Abouleish, Sahil “There’s a big demand for ented high school seniors Bhutani, Eric Chen, Saima new people, like myself, to have an opportunity to con- H. Choudhury, Richard Z. enter the workforce.” FOUNDATION REPAIR tinue in the competition for Dong, Sarah E. Lovelace, As oil prices decline, 7,400 National Merit Schol- Keerthi Madala, Mitchell E. the petrochemical industry UNDER SLAB SEWER REPAIR arships worth more than $32 Sims, Ria Sur, Kevin Tian, benefi ts from the low pric- million that will be offered Paulina N. Truong, Alison es of raw materials. Odle HOUSE LEVELING in the spring. The nation- C. Vicary, Xiaoyi Wang, also noted that expansions wide pool of semifi nalists, Angelia A. Wu and Lekha V. and projects that are under- representing less than 1 Yesantharao. way will continue, and that Allied Foundations percent of U.S. high school For more information means a greater need for a seniors, includes the high- about the National Merit robust workforce. The East est-scoring entrants in each Scholarship Program, visit Harris County Manufactur- 281-479-5247 state. The number of semi- http://www.nationalmerit. ers Association (EHCMA) fi nalists in a state is propor- org/. FREE ESTIMATES reports that industry has more than $40 billion in projects in the works across the region but is facing the Holiday shopping reality of more than 50 percent of its current em- ployee base approaching bazaar Nov. 15 retirement over the next As cooler temperatures ing, Judaica, art, skin es- few years. In fact, just six will soon be here, minds will sentials, handmade wood months ago, Anderson’s un- turn toward holiday gath- products and more. Refresh- cle retired from his job as a erings, family and friends. ments and bakery items will Chevron Phillips operator. Fall, Spring, and Summer And, indeed, isn’t trying to be available for purchase. In looking for workforce Programs for children ages three fi nd a parking space the an- The bazaar will take place recruits, representatives noying part of the holidays on Sunday, Nov. 15, from 10 from Konecranes recently (3) months to five (5) years old. shopping? a.m. to 2 p.m. at Congrega- visited San Jacinto College Kinneret Hadassah has tion Shaar Hashalom, 16020 to interview students train- After School Care from South Belt the perfect solution: Come El Camino Real in Houston. ing in the electrical, nonde- Elementary and shop at its fi fth holiday The entire community is structive testing, welding, bazaar, away from the mall, invited. For more informa- and instrumentation pro- away from the crowd. tion, call Jordana at 832- grams. The company spe- The bazaar will be fi lled 385-2689. cializes in the repair of elec- to the brim with local ven- All proceeds will bene- tric overhead cranes, which dors who will present a wide fi t the projects of Kinneret can require vast knowledge selection of gift items for the Hadassah. Hadassah is the of a variety of craft trades. 1750 Riverstone Ranch Road upcoming holidays and oth- largest Jewish women’s or- More than half of the com- er occasions. ganization in the U.S. The pany’s business is conduct- www.stlukescatholic.com The list includes hand- organization supports edu- ed within the petrochemical bags, jewelry, embroidered cation, health and youth pro- industry. items, sports memorabil- grams in the U.S. and Israel, “We will look at a tech- 281-741-7497 ia, kitchen gifts, children’s as well as the Hadassah Med- nician to see if there is a books, scarves, ladies cloth- ical Centers in Jerusalem. need at one of our locations SECTION B Thursday, September 10, 2015, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section B, Page 1 SPORTS & CLASSIFIED Horns regroup after fi nal play loss; 22-6A opener next By John Bechtle better in several phases of from their own 29-yard ue Villalta sailed way over Villalta fielded the ball once more. largely went the way of a first-and-goal play from yard field goal with 1:15 Sports Editor the game against Springs line, the Longhorns’ spe- his head and bounced to- inside the 10-yard line At the end of a hectic the Chargers. A six-play, the 7-yard line. Springs’ left in the half, but Dobie It’s not necessary to Sept. 4 in its home open- cial teams unit slipped. ward the Longhorns’ end with enough time to punt play that included Villal- 54-yard drive ended with defensive end Del’Chaun gave up its second touch- discuss his return to The er at Veterans Stadium in The snap to punter Jos- zone. but lost control of the ball ta kicking the ball soc- a 22-yard touchdown run Rushing recovered the down inside a minute of Rig in Pearland for the Pasadena, yet still came cer-style along the turf, from McBride at the 7:22 ball at the Chargers’ 11- the half this season, lead- first time since becoming up short. Springs’ Matthew Testa mark of the second quar- yard line, ending the Do- ing to a 21-10 halftime Dobie’s varsity football It was back and forth scooped up the loose foot- ter. bie threat. deficit for JFD. McBride’s head coach back in April. between the two teams for ball and found the Dobie Dobie responded with Sabino Lozano cut into pass to Michael Gillas- For Dobie varsity foot- much of the night. Springs end zone from 18 yards a solid drive and could Springs’ lead with a 37- Continued on Page 6B ball head coach Mike led 21-10 at halftime, but out for a 7-7 tie. have tied the game, but Norman, it’s all about the the Longhorns fought all The second quarter Giron fumbled a snap on Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate Longhorns getting a win the way back to eventually to open District 22-6A lead in the fourth quarter. District 22-6A opener action against the Oilers, Dobie defensive back GGaryary GGreenereene a program he was a big Ke’montre Lowe-Ali, who part of for the previous 21 earlier in the game came Dobie at Pearland RRealtorsealtors years. up with a big interception Friday, Sept. 11, 7 p.m. After a 34-32 loss to to end a Springs’ threat, Clear Springs that came recovered a loose ball in The Rig, Pearland Toni Muse on the final play of the the end zone on a kick- Moving Families For 30 Years! game, Dobie is 0-2 this off, giving the Longhorns season. 14 points in eight seconds Tough Westfield runs With back-to-back 22- and a 32-28 lead with 6:49 If you are thinking of 6A games first against to play. Pearland and then Manvel The Dobie defense then past Brook FB, 59-12 buying or selling in 2015, in eight days, the road will came up with a big series be tough, to say the least. to stop the Chargers, in- Much like Dobie, the a 49-0 halftime score Sept. give me a call. Dobie has not beaten cluding a pass breakup Clear Brook varsity foot- 3, at Westfield. the Oilers in a long while from Lowe-Ali. ball program has found From there, Brook’s I can help! – 1997 to be exact. At that point, the Long- wins hard to come by Jaizac Garcia threw two But Norman doesn’t horns seemed to be in a while going up against more touchdown passes to care about the past, wheth- great position to knock off proven playoff caliber give him five for the sea- 281-389-6519 er it’s his at Pearland or the Chargers, but a JFD competition over the first son. However, the Wolver- the past of Dobie. fumble opened the door two weeks of the season. ines eventually lost 59-12. [email protected] “I expect us to step up one last time for Springs, A week after falling Garcia and Mark Mil- Five Star Realtor to the challenge,” Norman and the visitors from behind 49-0 but rallying ton hooked up for the sec- said. “They put their pants League City took advan- Dobie’s Jaylon Bolden (with ball) is pushed out of bounds by Clear Springs’ for 27 points in an eventu- Continued on Page 6B Texas Monthly magazine on the same way as we do. tage. Blake Tessitore during the Chargers’ 34-32 win Sept. 5 at Veterans Stadium in al 49-27 loss to La Porte, I’m telling you, athlete for Using 13 plays in all, Pasadena. Bolden led the Longhorns with six grabs for 123 yards. the Wolverines saw them- athlete, we match up with the Chargers went 51 Photo by Al Carter selves on the short end of them. yards of dink and dunk, It’s all about playing ending with quarterback with a positive mindset, Will McBride’s 6-yard Manvel VB sweeps Dobie; playing with emotion and touchdown pass to Benton Longhorn tennis intensity. Phillips as time expired. “The goal here is al- It wasn’t the way it was Clear Brook to face Creek ways going to be to first supposed to end for Do- Dobie’s season of trict race. win a district champion- bie, especially when the transition on the varsi- The Lady Long- opens 22-6A play ship and to then of course locals did so many things ty volleyball continued horns will be back in The road to the Dis- but the Longhorns hope advance deep in the play- right to win. against Manvel Sept. 4 action against Pasade- trict 22-6A varsity tennis they can sneak in there and NNOWOW OOPENPEN offs. On a first-quarter in District 22-6A action, na Sept. 11, at Phillips championship is about grab their first league title “It all starts this week touchdown pass from with the Lady Mavericks Field House. The varsity to begin, and the Dobie since 2013 instead. for us. Yes, we are 0-2 but quarterback Tyler Giron to sweeping their way to a match will begin at 6:30 Longhorns aim to be in It all starts Tuesday, CComeome CCelebrateelebrate WWithith UUs!s! everybody is 0-0 at this Kaelon Woods down the win. p.m. contention at the very end. Sept. 15, as the Longhorns point. It’s time to go out middle from 47 yards out Manvel came away Meanwhile, Clear Dobie has not been able travel to Pearland to face and get a win.” gave the Longhorns a 7-0 with a 25-21, 25-17, 25- Brook, which has also to advance to regionals in the Oilers in the 22-6A HHAPPYAPPY HOURHOUR EVERYDAYEVERYDAY 3-73-7 p.m.p.m. Springs escapes lead not yet two minutes 13 victory over the Lady had trouble landing wins the two team tennis sea- opener for both teams. After giving up 52 into the game. Longhorns at Donna this season, will take on sons since the area playoff Play will begin at 3 p.m. points against Deer Park Then came the final Branch Courts. state-ranked Clear Creek round began, but things Dobie will play its Lunch Menu We Can Cater in the season opening play of the first quarter. Despite the 0-2 start Sept. 11, in the District could always be different first home match within Monday-Friday loss, Dobie played much A fourth-and-24 play to league play, Dobie is 24-6A opener for both this time around. District 22-6A action on 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Your Special Event! improving and still has teams. Defending 22-6A Friday, Sept. 18, as the plenty of time to find its Clear Creek is the de- champion Dawson is like- Manvel Mavericks come DIXIE DELI way in a 14-match dis- fending 24-6A champ. ly to be heard from again, Continued on Page 6B 364A FM 1959 (between I-45 & Hwy 3) AILY PECIAL 281-484-3083 D S – $4.99 Hours: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. 6” PO-BOY, CHIPS & DRINK Baseball tourney to assist Moreno family In honor of Dobie during the school’s regu- Moreno family to assist nament, set to be played High School student larly-scheduled baseball with funeral costs. Sept. 26-27. 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South Belt football predictions

Troy Leland John Bechtle Eli Tanksley Toni Muse Emory Gadd Debbie Vaughn

Dobie at Pearland Dobie Pearland Pearland Pearland Dobie Pearland

Deer Park at Clear Creek Deer Park Clear Creek Deer Park Deer Park Clear Creek Clear Creek

Westfield at North Shore North Shore Westfield Westfield North Shore Westfield Westfield

Kingwood at Friendswood Kingwood Friendswood Kingwood Friendswood Friendswood Friendswood

La Porte at Clear Springs La Porte Clear Springs La Porte La Porte La Porte La Porte Brazoswood at LC LC Brazoswood LC LC LC Lamar Consolidated

The Woodlands Katy Katy Katy Katy Katy Katy at Katy Pasadena vs. Pasadena Memorial Pasadena Pasadena Pasadena Pasadena Pasadena Memorial Spring Dekaney at BWB BWB Dekaney BWB BWB BWB Beaumont West Brook Port Arthur Memorial PAM Houston Lamar Houston Lamar PAM Houston Lamar Houston Lamar at Houston Lamar

This week’s record 9-1 8-2 7-3 7-3 6-4 9-1 Dobie freshman Orange team quarterback Darian Jobe (2) looks to pick up extra yardage with a Clear Springs’ tackler hanging on during the two teams’ 14-14 tie Sept. 3 at Dobie. Also in on the play for Dobie is Kamrin Byrd (15) and Ricardo Season record 17-3 15-5 15-5 15-5 13-7 18-2 Canales (64). Photos by Jackie Carter Sports Calendar BAFL Week Four Scores FOOTBALL Thursday, Sept. 10 Sr. Jr. Soph. Fr. Dobie JV Orange hosts Pearland, Veterans, 6:30 Dobie JV White hosts Pearland, Veterans, 4:30 Dobie freshman Orange at Pearland, 4:30 Dolphins 33 22 24 34 Dobie freshman White at Pearland, 4:30

Saturday, Sept. 12 Gators 6 0 25 0 Sagemont Cowboys host L.C. ’49ers, El Franco Lee Southbelt Dolphins host L.C. Saints, Blackhawk Ellington Rams at B.C. Gators, San Jacinto Int.

Monday, Sept. 14 Cowboys 0 7 7 25 Thompson 8A at Southmore, 5:00 Thompson 8B hosts Southmore, 5:00 Bulls 38 6 37 12 Beverly Hills 8A hosts Queens, 5:00 Beverly Hills 8B at Queens, 5:00

Tuesday, Sept. 15 Thompson 7A at Southmore, 5:00 Rams 0 0 7 7 Thompson 7B hosts Southmore, 5:00 Beverly Hills 7A hosts Queens, 5:00 Beverly Hills 7B at Queens, 5:00 Texans 32 24 34 20

Wednesday, Sept. 16 A Clear Springs defensive back goes to the ground while Dobie freshman Or- ange team receiver Kamrin Byrd (15) soars for a big reception as the Long- Dobie JV Orange at Manvel H.S., 6:30 horns and Chargers went head-to-head Sept. 3 at Dobie High School. The game Bay Area Football League Standings Dobie JV White at Manvel H.S., 4:30 ended in a 14-14 tie. Dobie freshman Orange hosts Manvel, Veterans, 4:30 Senior Division American Senior Division National Dobie freshman White hosts Manvel, Veterans, 4:30 Team W L T Team W L T Bulls 4 0 0 Hurricanes 4 0 0 Thursday, Sept. 17 Dobie varsity hosts Manvel, Veterans, 6:00 Sharks 4 0 0 Stingrays 3 0 0 Brook JV Red hosts Baytown Sterling, Brook, 6:30 Cougars 3 1 0 Eagles 3 1 0 Brook JV Black hosts Baytown Sterling, Brook, 4:30 Brook freshman Red at Baytown Sterling, 6:30 Patriots 2 1 0 Dolphins 2 2 0 Brook freshman Black at Baytown Sterling, 4:30 Texans 2 1 0 Saints 0 3 0 Cowboys 1 3 0 Mustangs 0 3 0 Friday, Sept. 18 Brook varsity at Baytown Sterling, Stallworth, 7:00 Panthers 1 3 0 Rams 0 4 0 ’49ers 0 3 0 Gators 0 4 0 Saturday, Sept. 19 Ellington Rams host East End Eagles, Dobie Junior Division American Junior Division National Team W L T Team W L T VOLLEYBALL Patriots 3 0 0 Hurricanes 4 0 0 Friday, Sept. 11 Brook varsity hosts Clear Creek, 6:30 ’49ers 3 0 0 Dolphins 3 1 0 Dobie JV vs. Pasadena, Phillips, 6:30 Cowboys 3 1 0 Eagles 3 1 0 Brook JV hosts Clear Creek, 5:30 Dobie JV vs. Pasadena, Phillips, 5:30 Texans 2 1 0 Saints 1 2 0 Brook freshman A hosts Clear Creek, 4:30 Cougars 2 2 0 Mustangs 1 2 0 Dobie freshman A vs. Pasadena, Phillips, 4:30 Bulls 1 3 0 Stingrays 1 2 0 Brook freshman B hosts Clear Creek, 4:30 Sharks 1 3 0 Rams 1 3 0 Tuesday, Sept. 15 Panthers 0 4 0 Gators 0 4 0 Brook varsity at Dickinson, 6:30 Dobie varsity hosts South Houston, Dobie, 6:30 With quarterback Darian Jobe (2) trailing the play after a handoff, Dobie fresh- Sophomore Division American Sophomore Division National Brook JV hosts Dickinson, 5:30 man Orange team running back Jace Young looks for running room downfield Team W L T against Clear Springs Sept. 3. Team W L T Dobie varsity hosts South Houston, Dobie, 5:30 Bulls 4 0 0 Brook freshman A hosts Dickinson, 4:30 Stingrays 3 0 0 Brook freshman B hosts Dickinson, 4:30 Texans 3 0 0 Hurricanes 3 1 0 Dobie freshman A hosts South Houston, 4:30 Junior Dolphins go to 3-1 The Southbelt Dol- Late in the game, the take on the League City Sharks 3 1 0 Mustangs 1 2 0 Dobie freshman B hosts South Houston, 4:30 phins’ junor division team Dolphins’ Santos Sanchez Saints Sept. 12, at Black- Patriots 2 1 0 stands at 3-1 through the fired a 45-yard touchdown hawk Park. Saints 1 2 0 Friday, Sept. 18 first month of the Bay pass to Walter Ward. The junior division Panthers 2 2 0 Rams 1 3 0 Area Football League sea- The Dolphins will look games always start at Brook varsity at Clear Lake, 6:30 Cougars 1 2 0 Dobie varsity at Dawson, 4:30 son after a 22-0 victory to gain another win as they 10:45 a.m. Eagles 1 3 0 over the Bayou City Ga- Brook JV at Clear Lake, 5:30 Cowboys 1 3 0 tors Sept. 5, at San Jacinto Dolphins 1 3 0 Dobie JV at Dawson, 5:30 Intermediate. ’49ers 0 3 0 Gators 1 3 0 Brook freshman A at Clear Lake, 4:30 DreShon Downey Week 5 games Dobie freshman A at Dawson, 4:30 and Antonio Hernandez Saturday, Sept. 12 Freshman Division American Freshman Division National Brook freshman B at Clear Lake, 4:30 helped the Dolphins get Team W L T off to a strong start defen- Team W L T Dobie freshman B hosts Sam Rayburn, 4:30 sively as they combined Sharks 3 1 0 Hurricanes 4 0 0 for a tackle in the Gators’ Cowboys host League City ’49ers Texans 2 1 0 TENNIS end zone for a safety. El Franco Lee Park Eagles 3 1 0 In the second quarter, Friday, Sept. 11 Bulls 2 2 0 Dolphins 3 1 0 Dobie varsity hosts Bellaire, 2:30 Ryan Saxton ran for a 30-yard touchdown. After Dobie varsity at Remembering Ike tourn., TBA Cowboys 2 2 0 Stingrays 2 0 1 Matt Arnesen’s conversion Dolphins host League City Saints run, the Dolphins led 9-0. Blackhawk Park Patriots 1 1 1 Saints 2 1 0 Saturday, Sept. 12 Later, the Dolphins kept ’49ers 1 1 0 Dobie varsity at Remembering Ike tourn., TBA tacking on the points as Mustangs 0 3 0 Logan Riley had a 4-yard Panthers 1 3 0 Rams 0 4 0 scoring plunge, followed Rams at Bayou City Gators Tuesday, Sept. 15 by Kevin Taulton’s con- San Jacinto Intermediate Cougars 1 2 0 Gators 0 4 0 Dobie varsity at Pearland, 3:00 version run. Thursday, September 10, 2015, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section B, Page 3 Tamijani scores Player of the Week honors at William Penn Beverly Hills Bears Beverly Hills Bears 7th Light volleyball schedule 8th Light volleyball schedule Date Opponent Date Opponent At right, William Penn University kicker Sam- Sept. 10 Bondy (scrimmage) Sept. 10 Bondy (scrimmage) son Tamijani (10), a Sept. 17 at Bondy Sept. 17 at Bondy longtime South Belt resident, was named Sept. 24 Queens Sept. 24 Queens the Special Teams Player of the Week in Oct. 1 at Southmore Oct. 1 at Southmore the Heart of America Oct. 8 South Houston Oct. 8 South Houston Conference after help- ing to lead his team to Oct. 15 Thompson Oct. 15 Thompson a thrilling 51-48 triple Oct. 20 at San Jacinto Oct. 20 at San Jacinto overtime victory over MidAmerica Nazarene Oct. 26 Park View Oct. 26 Park View Sept. 5 in Oskaloosa, Oct. 29- Light tourn. at Thompson Iowa. Tamijani, who Oct. 29- Light tourn. at Beverly Hills played varsity foot- Oct. 30 Light tourn. at Thompson Oct. 30 Light tourn. at Beverly Hills ball and varsity soc- cer at Sam Rayburn Light level matches on campus at 6:15 p.m. Light level matches on campus at 6:15 p.m. High School, where his father was the var- sity boys’ soccer head Beverly Hills Bears Beverly Hills Bears coach, drilled six extra points and nailed a 21- 7th Dark volleyball schedule 8th Dark volleyball schedule yard field goal in the victory. The Statesmen, Date Opponent Date Opponent playing in the National Association of Intercol- Sept. 10 Bondy (scrimmage) Sept. 10 Bondy (scrimmage) legiate Athletics, are now 2-0 this season af- Sept. 17 at Bondy Sept. 17 at Bondy ter scoring wins over a pair of nationally Sept. 24 Queens Sept. 24 Queens ranked opponents. Oct. 1 at Southmore Oct. 1 at Southmore Oct. 8 South Houston Oct. 8 South Houston Oct. 15 Thompson Oct. 15 Thompson Oct. 20 at San Jacinto Oct. 20 at San Jacinto Dobie Diamond Club Oct. 23- Dark tourn. at Queens Oct. 23- Dark tourn. at Southmore Oct. 24 Dark tourn. at Queens Oct. 24 Dark tourn. at Southmore to host Fall Bingo Night Oct. 26 Park View Oct. 26 Park View Dark level matches on campus at 5 p.m. Dark level matches on campus at 5 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3, 6 to 10 p.m. Thompson Lions Thompson Lions Tickets $25 each. Doors open at 5 p.m. 7th Light volleyball schedule 8th Light volleyball schedule Date Opponent Date Opponent The Dobie Diamond Club, the official booster or- ganization of the school’s baseball program, will Sept. 10 Bondy (scrimmage) Sept. 10 Bondy (scrimmage) hosts its fall bingo night to raise funds for costs as- Sept. 17 San Jacinto Sept. 17 San Jacinto sociated with the baseball program. Eight of the Sept. 24 at Southmore Sept. 24 at Southmore Oct. 1 at Bondy Oct. 1 at Bondy 10 games will pay $100 each to the winner. A ninth Oct. 8 Jackson Oct. 8 Jackson game will pay $250 to the winner, and a final game Oct. 15 Beverly Hills Oct. 15 Beverly Hills (at Dobie) will pay $500 to the winner. Refreshments will be Oct. 20 at Miller Oct. 20 at Miller available for purchase. Baseball players and board Oct. 26 Queens Oct. 26 Queens members currently have admission tickets for sale, Oct. 29- Light tourn. at Thompson Oct. 29- Light tourn. at Beverly Hills and tickets may also be purchased at the door. For Oct. 30 Light tourn. at Thompson Oct. 30 Light tourn. at Beverly Hills more information, direct email to dobiediamond@ Light level matches on campus at 6:15 p.m. Light level matches on campus at 6:15 p.m. gmail.com. At left, Dobie varsity baseball head coach Miguel Torres, his players and Thompson Lions Thompson Lions members of his booster club are preparing for the Diamond Club’s semian- nual bingo night, a fundraising effort for the baseball program. Players and 7th Dark volleyball schedule 8th Dark volleyball schedule booster club members have tickets for sale currently, and tickets will also be on sale at the door the evening of the event. Date Opponent Date Opponent Sept. 10 Bondy (scrimmage) Sept. 10 Bondy (scrimmage) South Belt area sports news, notes and registrations Sept. 17 San Jacinto Sept. 17 San Jacinto Dobie football boosters to meet SB youth soccer registration is online Sept. 24 at Southmore Sept. 24 at Southmore The Dobie High School football booster club will host its The South Belt Youth Soccer Club is accepting online registra- Oct. 1 at Bondy Oct. 1 at Bondy monthly meeting Monday, Sept. 14, at 7 p.m., in the athletic annex. tion for the 2015 fall season that begins in late September. Players Parents of all Dobie football players are encouraged to attend age 4 through 18 as of July 31, 2015, are eligible to compete. Oct. 8 Jackson Oct. 8 Jackson the monthly meetings as both in-season and postseason activities The registration fee those in the under-5 through U8 divisions are discussed and planned. will pay is $135, which includes a uniform (shirt, shorts and socks) Oct. 15 at Beverly Hills Oct. 15 Beverly Hills (at Dobie) and fundraising fee. Oct. 20 at Miller JFD swimmers set Sept. 12 car wash The fee for those in the U9 and U10 divisions is $150, and the Oct. 20 at Miller The Dobie High School swimming program will host a fund- U11 through U18 fee is $190, with both including uniform and Oct. 26 Queens Oct. 26 Queens raising car wash Saturday, Sept. 12, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., at fundraising fee. Only credit card and debit card will be accepted as Snowie’s Snow Cones in the Food Town parking lot at the corner forms of payment online. Oct. 23- Dark tourn. at Queens Oct. 23- Dark tourn. at Southmore of Beamer and Scarsdale. Swim team members are selling $5 ad- To register, visit www.southbeltsoccer.org. Games will be Oct. 24 Light tourn. at Queens vance tickets, and donations of $5 or more will be accepted on the played at El Franco Lee Park as the primary site. The schedule Oct. 24 Dark tourn. at Southmore day of the event. begins later this month. Dark level matches on campus at 5 p.m. Dark level matches on campus at 5 p.m. CALENDAR Let the THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 10 and friends of alcoholics and addicts. Thursday, 7 p.m., First 7:30 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Pasadena, 1062 Sundays, 5:30 p.m., Chapel of the Educational Building at Life 7 a.m. United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Pasadena, Fairmont Parkway, Cornell Conference room. Call 281-487- Church in Houston, 9900 Almeda Genoa. Call 713-419-2635 AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” Tuesday through Friday, 7 Room 215. Call 281-487-8787, or just drop in. 8787, or just drop in. for information or to RSVP for child care. a.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Alateen – Provides support for teenage children, friends and 10 a.m. 6:30 p.m. Pasadena, in Cornell Conference room. Call 281-487-8787 for family members of alcoholics and addicts. Thursday at 7 p.m., Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of Narcotics Alcoholics Anonymous – Candlelight Meeting, Sunday, 6:30 information, or just drop in. First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Anonymous, open meeting, 2245 N. Main St., (Hwy 35), next p.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Parkway, 9:30 a.m. Pasadena, room 208. Call 281-487-8787, or just drop in. to pawn shop. For information, call 713-856-1611. Pasadena, Cornell Conference room. Call 281-487-8787, or NASA Aglow Community Lighthouse – Second Thursday of 8:30 p.m. 11 a.m. just drop in. Leader the month, 9:30 a.m., Praise Chapel, 18516 Highway 3 in Alcoholics Anonymous – Alcohol problems? AA meetings Al-Anon Meeting (Women Only, English) – For persons 7 p.m. Webster. Public welcome and encouraged to bring others. For are held Thursdays, 8:30 to 9:30 p.m., and Sundays and whose lives are affected by an addict. Saturdays, 11 a.m., First Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of Narcotics information, call 281-910-1971. Tuesdays, 8 to 9 p.m., St. Stephen Presbyterian Church, 2217 United Methodist Church, Pasadena, 1062 Fairmont Pkwy, Anonymous NA meets Sundays, 7 p.m., 2245 N. Main St., 10 a.m. Theta Street. For information, call 713-204-2481. Cornell Conference room #111. Call 281-487-8787, or just Pearland (next to pawn shop). For information, call 713-856- Clear Lake Bridge Club – Bridge games weekdays, 10 a.m., FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 drop in. 1611. help Saturday and Sunday, 1 p.m., 16614 Sea Lark Rd. For lessons, 7 a.m. 1 p.m. 8 p.m. contact Dr. Dave Glandorf, bridge instructor, at drglandorf@ AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Tuesday through Clear Lake Bridge Club – Bridge games weekdays, 10 a.m., Alcoholics Anonymous – Alcohol problems? AA meetings sbcglobal.net or 281-488-6318. Cost is $6 per game or $15 per Friday, 7 a.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Saturday and Sunday, 1 p.m., 16614 Sea Lark Rd. For lessons, are held Thursdays, 8:30 to 9:30 p.m., and Sundays and lesson. For information, call the club at 281-486-1911. Parkway, Pasadena, in Cornell Conference room. Call 281- contact Dr. Dave Glandorf, bridge instructor, at drglandorf@ Tuesdays, 8 to 9 p.m., St. Stephen Presbyterian Church, 2217 11:30 a.m. 487-8787 for information, or just drop in. sbcglobal.net or 281-488-6318. Cost is $6 per game or $15 per Theta Street. For information, call 713-204-2481. ABWA - Southeast Express Network – American Business 10 a.m. lesson. For information, call the club at 281-486-1911. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 with Women’s Association-South meets the second Thursday of Clear Lake Bridge Club – Bridge games weekdays, 10 a.m., SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 10 a.m. each month, Spring Creek Barbeque, 9005 Broadway (518), Saturday and Sunday, 1 p.m., 16614 Sea Lark Rd. For lessons, 1 p.m. Al-Anon Deer Park – Mondays 10 to 11 a.m. Literature Study. Pearland. Lunch is 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost is $20 and contact Dr. Dave Glandorf, bridge instructor, at drglandorf@ Clear Lake Bridge Club – Bridge games weekdays, 10 a.m., In His Presence Fellowship Church, 1202 East P Street, Deer includes networking with professional business women, lunch sbcglobal.net or 281-488-6318. Cost is $6 per game or $15 per Saturday and Sunday, 1 p.m., 16614 Sea Lark Rd. For lessons, Park. Enter through Fellowship Hall in back of church. Call 409- and guest speaker. Women of all ages and occupations are lesson. For more information, call the club at 281-486-1911. contact Dr. Dave Glandorf, bridge instructor, at drglandorf@ 454-5720 for information, or just drop in. your invited. Bring plenty of business cards. Reservations appreci- Noon sbcglobal.net or 281-488-6318. Cost is $6 per game or $15 per 10 a.m. ated. Visit www.seen-abwa.org. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – West End Group of Alcohol- lesson. For information, call the club at 281-486-1911. Clear Lake Bridge Club – Bridge games weekdays, 10 a.m., Noon ics Anonymous, noon, Shepherd of the Heart United Methodist 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, 1 p.m., 16614 Sea Lark Rd. For les- Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Group of Church, 12005 County Road 39, Pearland. For information, call Grief Support Group – For any adult who has lost a loved sons, contact Dr. Dave Glandorf, bridge instructor, at Alcoholics Anonymous, noon, 2245 N. Main (next to pawn 713-856-1611. one. Meets Sundays, except Mother’s Day, Easter and [email protected] or 281-488-6318. Cost is $6 per shop). For information, call 713-856-1611. 6 p.m. Christmas, 2 to 3:15 p.m., First United Methodist Church game or $15 per lesson. For information, call the club at 281- advertising. 4 p.m. Un Dia a la Vez Alanon Group (Spanish) – Provides support Pasadena, 1062 Fairmont Parkway. For information, call 281- 486-1911. Houston Area Parkinson Society – Free water exercise for for family and friends of alcoholics or addicts. Tuesday, 487-8787. 11:30 a.m. individuals with Parkinson’s disease, 4 to 5 p.m., Kindred Re- Wednesday and Friday, 6 p.m., room 215, First United 3 p.m. Overeaters Anonymous Deer Park – 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 habilitation Hospital Clear Lake, 655 E. Medical Center Blvd., Methodist Church, Pasadena, 1062 Fairmont Parkway. Call Scleroderma Support Group Meeting – Do you have sclero- p.m. Literature Study. In His Presence Fellowship Church, Webster. 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You can visit our website: www.southeastvfd.com to learn Continued from Page 3B 8 p.m. MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 14 Alcoholics Anonymous – Alcohol problems? AA meetings are held more, download an application package and see some of the activities that we partici- 3:30 p.m. Thursdays, 8:30 to 9:30 p.m., and Sundays and Tuesdays, 8 to 9 p.m., Houston Area Parkinson Society – Free exercise and speech therapy St. Stephen Presbyterian Church, 2217 Theta Street. For information, call pate in yearly. Please come to one of our meetings to meet your fellow volunteers and from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at Clear Lake Rehabilitation Hospital, 655 E. Medical 713-204-2481. join us in this very important and worthwhile activity. Become a valued and needed Center Blvd., Webster. Visit www.hapsonline.org for a complete list of ser- WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 vices offered. For adults with Parkinson’s disease only. 7 a.m. part of our growing community where Neighbors Help Neighbors! Your community 6:30 p.m. AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” Tuesday through Friday, 7 a.m., First Mended Hearts Cardiac Support Group – A national organization dedi- United Methodist Church Pasadena, 1062 Fairmont Parkway, in the needs you! cated to inspiring hope in heart disease patients and their families, meets Cornell Conference room. Call 281-487-8787 for information, or drop in. the second Monday of each month at the Clear Lake Heart Towers audi- 10 a.m. torium, 495 Medical Center Blvd. in Webster. A free meal begins at 6:30 Clear Lake Bridge Club – Bridge games weekdays, 10 a.m., Saturday p.m., followed by a speaker. For information, call 281-538-4648. and Sunday, 1 p.m., 16614 Sea Lark Rd. For lessons, contact Dr. Dave 6:30 p.m. Glandorf, bridge instructor, at [email protected] or 281-488-6318. Pearland Overeaters Anonymous HOW Meeting – meets Mondays at Cost is $6 per game or $15 per lesson. For information, call the club at Looking St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 2535 E. Broadway (FM 518). Enter door 281-486-1911. closest to recycling bins. For more information, call 713-865-3668 or visit 11:30 a.m. South Belt-Ellington Leader www.oahouston.org. Houston Hobby Airport Lions Club – meets on the first and third to sell 7 p.m. Wednesday of the month, 11:30 a.m., Golden Corral, 12500 Gulf Freeway or lease Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of Narcotics Anonymous, (Fuqua and I-45). December may be an exception. For information, call Leader Reader Ads Deadline: open meeting, 7 p.m., 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518), First Presbyterian Monica Montoya at 281-794-5531. Church in the youth building on the Westminster side. For information, call Noon Personal: your home? 713-856-1611. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Group of Alcoholics 25 Words - $8 • 3 Weeks $21 Noon Tuesday 7 p.m. Anonymous meets at noon at 2245 N. Main (next to pawn shop). 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For information on registration or to obtain a physical Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., 204 S. Main, Pasadena. For information, address for a location, call 713-533-4500 or visit www.crisishotline.org. Leader's call 713-472-0565. Bay Area Turning Point Crisis Intervention Center – Confidential ______10 a.m. domestic violence support group for women, 7 p.m., 210 S. Walnut off weekly Clear Lake Bridge Club – Bridge games weekdays, 10 a.m., Saturday NASA Pkwy. between I-45 South and Highway 3. Call 281-338-7600 or and Sunday, 1 p.m., 16614 Sea Lark Rd. For lessons, contact Dr. Dave visit www.bayareaturningpoint.com for information. 24-hour crisis hotline Real Estate Glandorf, bridge instructor, at [email protected] or 281-488-6318. is 281-286-2525. Cost is $6 per game or $15 per lesson. 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Call 281-481-1238 for information. 6 p.m. 7 p.m. Un Dia a la Vez Alanon Group (Spanish) – Provides support for family Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Women’s Group of Narcotics Anonymous, and friends of alcoholics or addicts. Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 6 open meeting, 7 p.m., 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518), First Presbyterian p.m., First United Methodist Church, room 215, 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Church in the youth building on the Westminster side. For information, call Dream Home? Pasadena. Call 281-487-8787, or drop in. 713-856-1611. 6:30 p.m. Al-Anon (English Speaking) – Provides support for family and friends of Breast Cancer Support Group – Meets the third Tuesday of every alcoholics and addicts. Thursday, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, month from 6:30 to 8 p.m. in the lobby of the Clear Lake Regional Breast 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Pasadena, room 215. Call 281-487-8787, or just Diagnostic Center, 200 Medical Center Blvd., Suite 106, Webster. 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Dat- some things really well, pia went for 62 yards and of Davis’ punishing run- Dobie’s Juwan Bracey passes for 261 yards. sider that it’s not as easy as countability from every- and our kids match up,” he ing back to 2011, Dobie and you can see us really a touchdown this time, and ning style. ended a Springs’ drive However, the running playing in one 3-4 defense one associated with his said. is 0-4 in the postseason performing well at various Norman was not pleased. Two Davis runs netted with an interception, and game has not come along last season to another 3-4 program since the first “We’ve continued to against North Shore. times, and then others we “We talked about not nine yards as the Long- Giron fired a 20-yard scor- as quickly as expected. defense this year. day he walked through the work on the little things. But the playoff talk have had some issues. being so mechanical at horns got to the 2-yard ing pass over the middle to Against Clear Springs, “It’s a different system door at Dobie. Our effort has been there, will have to wait for lat- “I think just settling halftime,” he said. line. Jacoby Davis with just un- Dobie carried 31 times for with different coaches and Those are ultimately and that’s all we can ask. er. Right now, each team down and playing foot- “It just seemed like we Following an offsides der 7 minutes to go in the just 90 yards. nuances. It takes time. just two of the positive We can go out and get a within District 22-6A is ball, having fun and trust- were playing tight, sort call on Springs, Davis game. And the team’s pass “It’s easy to say we traits that can get the win.” 0-0 and looking to get ing our abilities will go a of like robots. Coach said eventually breached the Lowe-Ali’s touchdown defense continues to be lost on the last play of program to the next lev- Pearland is 2-0 this sea- off to that great start that long way. throw the ball here or be goal line from a yard out. on special teams followed an issue. McBride com- the game, but if you take el. son after a pair of convinc- could eventually lead to It’s still a long season, there when the ball comes The extra-point snap as Dobie took a brief lead, pleted 14 of 25 throws for away a snap over the punt- Despite the 0-2 start ing wins. the playoffs. and Dobie’s goals are still instead of just trusting our was botched, but Giron then the drama ended with 219 yards, including five er’s head and a couple of and a game coming The game against the “We need to be more very much attainable. It’s athletic ability and making came up with a miracle McBride’s winner to Phil- passes to Gillaspia for 100 costly fumbles, then the against Pearland, Norman Longhorns could also consistent in all phases all a matter of going out plays. play for a 2-point conver- lips. yards. game doesn’t come down is confident Dobie’s time prove to be significant in of the game,” Norman and getting it done on the “We asked our guys to sion. The pluses from the And giving up 86 points to that. will come. that over each of the pre- said. “We have done football field. trust in what we are doing Avoiding Springs’ de- outcome include the fact in two games, albeit to a “There were other “We know Pearland vious three seasons, the and go out there and make fenders left and right that both Giron and Davis pair of playoff-worthy op- things that contributed has one of the best teams Pearland/Dobie winner plays. I thought we did a while zigzagging his way are playing very well at ponents, was not expected, along the way.” in the state,” he said. “But has avoided having to take much better job of that in against the Springs goal quarterback, and the Do- either. Norman has expected it’s a football game that on North Shore in the first the second half.” line, Giron wound up bie passing game overall “Yes, you want to win Down by 11, the Long- throwing what amounted looks better than it has in every game, but you also horns responded to Nor- to a 30-yard pass to tight years. want to see the fight, the man’s halftime chat with a end Jason Lester for the Bolden had his second intensity and the enthusi- nifty 5-play, 75-yard drive conversion. straight big game for the asm you need from your that included Giron’s 48- Just like that, Dobie Longhorns, reeling in five team week in and week yard catch and run to the was within 21-18. balls for 123 yards. 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